Welcome to How to Be an Actor and Not Lose Your Sh*t.
In this first episode, host Shvorne Marks sits down with her long-time friend and fellow actor Pearl Mackie. The two first met back in 2012, performing together in a tiny garage theatre in Peckham, and now, over a decade later, they reflect on just how far they’ve come.
Expect honest chat, laughter, and a few raw moments as they share the highs, lows, and lessons learned along the way. It’s an episode about growth, grit, and giving each other their well-deserved flowers.
⚠️ Please note: This episode contains strong language.
Host - Shvorne Marks
Producers - Caitlin Thornton & Shvorne Marks
Music - Joe Sigee
Artwork - Caitlin Thornton
In this introductory episode, actor Shvorne Marks , introduces How to Be an Actor and Not Lose Your Sh*t.
Shvorne shares why she created this podcast: to have honest conversations about what it really takes to survive and thrive as an actor in an unpredictable industry. Over the coming weeks Shvorne talks to some brillant actors and artists about their own journey's, the highs, the lows, and the lessons they've learned along the way.
If you’ve ever questioned your place in this industry or needed a reminder that you’re not alone, this podcast is for you, open, funny, vulnerable, and very real.
Host - Shvorne Marks
Producers - Caitlin Thornton & Shvorne Marks
Music - Joe Sigee
Artwork - Caitlin Thornton