“You’re not lazy — you’re under-recovered. Poor sleep is killing your gains, your memory, and your mood on stage.”
In this episode of The Fit2 Perform Podcast, Bobby and Steffan dig into the critical relationship between sleep and performance. From recovery and focus to mood and memory, quality sleep is the ultimate performance enhancer—yet it’s often the first thing performers sacrifice.
Talking Points:
🛌 How sleep drives recovery, immune function, and memory consolidation.
🎭 Why performers often struggle with irregular sleep due to shows, screens, and late-night meals.
⚠️ The scary truth: even one night of poor sleep affects coordination, reaction time, and learning.
🌪️ How sleep debt ramps up cortisol, slows muscle repair, and leaves you in a fog on stage.
Key Takeaways:
✅ Build wind-down rituals: consistent bedtime, screens off 30 minutes before, blackout curtains.
✅ Avoid intense training after 8pm if you struggle to fall asleep.
✅ Use short naps (20–30 mins) strategically, especially between double-show days.
✅ Cut caffeine after mid-afternoon to protect your night’s rest.
And to finish, we answer a listener question that ties perfectly into the sleep-performance puzzle.
👉 Tune in now to The Sleep-Performance Connection – Are You Getting Enough Rest? on The Fit2 Perform Podcast. Got sleep struggles or hacks that work for you? Email us at talk@fit-2.co.uk and join the conversation.
From school choirs in Neath to some of the biggest opera stages in Europe… this week’s guest is the extraordinary Welsh tenor Joshua Owen Mills 🎶
A graduate of the Guildhall School and former young artist at the Bayerische Staatsoper in Munich, Joshua’s career has spanned ENO, Garsington Opera, Savonlinna Opera Festival and more – with acclaimed roles like Don Ottavio and Nemorino under his belt.
Known for his “gleaming legato” (The Times), Joshua is also deeply passionate about new music and personal development – a rare mix in the classical world that makes this episode a truly unique insight into the life of a modern opera singer.
We talk about:
✨ His journey from am-dram to international opera
✨ The mental and physical demands of singing professionally
✨ What the classical world could learn from other industries
✨ Balancing tradition with innovation
Whether you’re a performer, musician or just love a great story — this episode delivers 🎧
📩 Got questions or thoughts? Email us at talk@fit-2.co.uk
Follow, rate and share — and let us know what resonated most with you!
“Most warm-ups are either too long, too random, or doing the exact opposite of what your body needs before curtain up.”
In this episode of The Fit2 Perform Podcast, Bobby and Steffan break down the mistakes performers make in their warm-ups—and how to fix them. Whether you’re hitting the gym, stepping into rehearsals, or preparing for curtain up, your warm-up sets the tone for everything that follows. Get it wrong, and you’re already playing catch-up.
Talking Points:
🛑 Why static stretching can reduce strength and explosiveness (especially when held too long).
⚡ How jumping straight into intense cardio ramps up fatigue before the show even begins.
🌀 Why “random” warm-ups—like aimless foam rolling—waste precious energy and time.
🎭 Why the warm-up should always match the performance demands (physical, vocal, and even mental).
Key Takeaways:
✅ Build warm-ups around mobility, cardio activation, and active stretching.
✅ Add CNS activators (like hops, tension drills, or breathwork) to prime your body.
✅ Keep it consistent, focused, and efficient—10 to 15 minutes is all you need.
And to round things off, we answer a brilliant listener question that ties perfectly into the warm-up conversation.
👉 Tune in now to Why Your Warm-Up Might Be Sabotaging Your Performance on The Fit2 Perform Podcast. Got your own warm-up routine or a question for us to tackle? Email us at talk@fit-2.co.uk—we’d love to hear from you!
This week, we’re joined by one of the UK’s most respected voices in performance coaching: Dean Hammond.
A certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with nearly two decades of experience across both the British Army and civilian sectors, Dean has trained everyone from tactical athletes in high-pressure environments to everyday people smashing extraordinary goals.
He’s not just a coach. He’s a leader, educator, and expert in human performance optimisation.
🪖 Military grit meets coaching excellence
With operational tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, and high-level roles at the Army School of Physical Training and the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, Dean brings a unique perspective on discipline, performance, and leadership.
🔥 In this episode, we dive into:
• The mindset behind elite performance, military or otherwise
• Why fitness must go beyond aesthetics
• The power of The Catalyst Project and what it takes to break mental and physical limits
• Lessons learned from leading under pressure
Whether you’re training for the stage, sport, or life; this episode will challenge how you think about fitness, purpose, and pushing your potential.
📩 Got questions for Dean or the team?
Email us at talk@fit-2.co.uk
We’d love to hear from you!
“If you’re skipping carbs, chugging green juice, or eating 1,200 calories a day… we need to talk.”
In this myth-busting episode of The Fit2 Perform Podcast, Bobby and Steffan break down three of the most common (and damaging) nutrition misconceptions circulating in the performing world. If you’ve been told carbs are evil, that you have to eat “perfectly clean,” or that the fastest way to your goals is by slashing calories—this one’s for you.
In this episode:
🥖 Myth 1: Carbs Make You Fat
Why your body prefers carbs for fuel during high-output performance days and how cutting them can actually tank your energy and stage presence.
🥗 Myth 2: You Need to Eat “Clean” All the Time
The dangers of over-restriction, why chasing perfection backfires, and how flexible eating supports better recovery, consistency, and enjoyment.
⚡ Myth 3: Low Calorie = Faster Results
How under-fuelling increases injury risk, disrupts hormones, wrecks sleep, and stalls progress—especially for performers pushing their limits.
Key Takeaways:
Smart carbs = smart performers.
Consistency beats perfection every time.
Prioritise protein and energy balance before cutting anything.
Plus, we respond to a listener question that ties perfectly into the episode theme, offering practical, real-world advice you can use right now.
👉 Tune in to 3 Nutrition Myths Every Performer Should Ignore on The Fit2 Perform Podcast and start fuelling your body for both performance and longevity. Got a myth you want us to tackle? Email us at talk@fit-2.co.uk and we might feature it in an upcoming episode.
This week, Bobby and Steffan are joined by the brilliant Gavin Ryan, currently lighting up the West End in Moulin Rouge at the Piccadilly Theatre as 1st Cover Christian. With a career already spanning leading romantic roles, powerhouse ensemble work, and even a turn on the big screen, Gavin’s story is one of drive, resilience, and a love for performance.
🎭 From Tony to Christian
Gavin takes us behind the scenes of playing Tony in West Side Story at Dublin’s Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and how that experience prepared him for stepping into the glittering, high-energy world of Moulin Rouge. He talks about the pressure and thrill of covering Christian – a role full of vocal demands and emotional depth – and how he keeps himself ready to step into the spotlight at a moment’s notice.
🎤 The Choir of Man & The Art of Swinging
We also dive into his time as a swing in The Choir of Man in the West End, a role that demands adaptability, quick thinking, and a deep connection to the ensemble. Gavin shares what it takes to master multiple tracks and thrive in a show’s fast-paced environment.
🗣️ Vocal Injury & The Road Back
In one of the most honest parts of the conversation, Gavin opens up about suffering a vocal injury, the emotional and professional challenges that came with it, and the rehabilitation process that brought him back to full strength. His journey offers invaluable insight for any performer navigating vocal health struggles.
🌟 Why You’ll Love This Episode:
Candid insight into covering a leading role in a hit West End musical
Stories from West Side Story, The Choir of Man, and Moulin Rouge
An honest look at vocal injury recovery and vocal health for performers
📩 Got a question for Gavin or the team?
Send it to talk@fit-2.co.uk and we might feature it in a future episode!
🎧 Hit play and hear the inspiring journey of a performer who’s embraced every challenge – from Dublin to the West End, from screen to stage, and from injury to recovery.
In this episode of The Fit2 Perform Podcast, we dive into a topic that’s often misunderstood in the performing world: overstretching. Flexibility is praised, pushed, and sometimes forced, but what if more flexibility is actually costing you performance, control, and long-term joint health?
Bobby and Steffan unpack the fine balance between being bendy and being strong and why mobility might be the flexibility upgrade you actually need. 🎭💪
In this episode:
⚠️ The Hidden Risks of Overstretching
From joint instability to performance plateaus, we reveal what really happens when flexibility goes too far and why more isn’t always better.
🔄 Flexibility vs. Mobility
What’s the difference? Why do you need both? And how do you know when you’re chasing the wrong one?
🩰 Performers Specific Mobility
Dancers, yogis, aerialists...we see you. We talk about how to safely maintain flexibility while building the control and strength your body craves.
🔧 Stability Tools & Training Tips
Simple techniques to build more control, balance, and joint integrity, without sacrificing your range of motion.
🧠 Mindset Shifts Around “Tightness”
Why being stiff isn’t always bad, and how rethinking your goals around flexibility could actually make you a better, stronger performer.
👉 Tune in now to The Hidden Dangers of Overstretching – Flexibility vs. Stability on The Fit2 Perform Podcast. Got questions, concerns, or stories about flexibility training? Email us at talk@fit-2.co.uk and join the conversation.
In this globe-trotting episode of The Fit2 Perform Podcast, Bobby and Steffan are joined by the sensational Patrick Jeremy – a true triple-threat performer whose career has spanned continents, genres, and languages.
From his hometown of Adelaide to Miss Saigon in Vienna, Sydney and Singapore, Patrick has worked across opera, musical theatre, and cabaret, earning acclaim for his versatility, power, and presence – and even being dubbed “the tenor in tap shoes.”
🎭 Musicals. Opera. International Tours.
Patrick shares the reality of life on the road as the Engineer in Miss Saigon, performing the role in multiple productions across the globe, including in German, and how he balances vocal precision with high-octane storytelling.
🎵 From Sondheim to Saigon
We discuss his award-nominated performances in Sunday in the Park with George and Passion, cabaret debuts in New York and London, and his unique path through both the opera world and the West End.
💬 Why You’ll Want to Listen:
Life inside major international productions
The challenges (and rewards) of multilingual performance
How to thrive in both musical theatre and opera
Insights into vocal care, longevity, and creative reinvention
📩 Got a question for Patrick or the podcast team?
Send it over to talk@fit-2.co.uk – we’d love to hear from you!
🎧 Tune in now and enjoy this fascinating conversation with one of the most versatile and hard-working performers in the business.
Ever hit the stage feeling flat—even when you’ve slept, eaten, and warmed up? In this energy-boosting episode of The Fit2 Perform Podcast, Bobby and Steffan expose 5 sneaky habits that could be silently zapping your stamina, draining your focus, and holding you back from peak performance.
These aren’t the obvious culprits. They’re the subtle day-to-day choices that slowly chip away at your energy reserves—on stage, in rehearsal, and in life.
In this episode:
🔋 The Hidden Energy Leaks – From digital overload to sneaky sleep disruptors, we break down five common habits performers fall into without realising the cost.
🧠 Why They Matter – Understand the physiological and psychological toll these habits take—especially when you’re performing 8 shows a week.
🎭 Real-World Performer Fixes – Simple, realistic strategies to swap the energy drains for energy gains, without overhauling your entire life.
💥 Mini Wins, Big Impact – How tiny tweaks to your routine can help you feel more energised, focused, and ready to smash the stage every night.
If you’ve been feeling foggy, flat, or just not quite firing at full power—this one’s for you.
👉 Tune in now to 5 Sneaky Habits That Are Draining Your Stage Energy on The Fit2 Perform Podcast. Got one to add to the list? Email us at talk@fit-2.co.uk and tell us your biggest energy drain!
This week, Bobby and Steffan are joined by the powerhouse that is Eddie Slattery – a choreographer, director, and partner dance specialist with nearly two decades of experience across stage and screen. From Strictly Come Dancing to Bridgerton, Killing Eve to Matilda – Eddie’s name is behind some of the biggest productions in the business.
🔥 From Ballroom to the Big Screen
We dive into Eddie’s incredible journey – from dancing and flying (literally) across the world as an aerialist and dance captain with Royal Caribbean, to recently performing in Bat Out of Hell for ITV’s Big Night of the Musicals. He shares how his background in Latin, ballroom, swing and musical theatre shapes the bold, dynamic choreography he’s become known for.
🎭 Creating for the Greats
Eddie’s choreographic and creative work spans Emmy, Tony, Olivier, and BAFTA-winning projects – including Strictly, Bridgerton, My Fair Lady, and The Greatest Dancer. He tells us what it’s like consulting for the National Theatre’s Ballet Shoes (coming soon to the West End) and directing multiple cruise line productions and Warner Bros. live shows internationally.
🎓 The Educator’s Edge
Eddie is also a much-loved tutor, having taught at top-tier performing arts schools like ArtsEd, Laines, Urdang, Tring Park, Wilkes, and more – as well as all over Europe. His insight into what it really takes to prepare for the demands of today’s industry is a must-listen for aspiring performers and professionals alike.
🌟 Why You’ll Love This Episode:
Hear what it’s like to choreograph for major film and TV projects
Get backstage insights from Strictly, Bridgerton, and beyond
Learn how to build longevity as a creative in multiple disciplines
Be inspired by one of the most versatile movement minds in the industry
📩 Got questions for Eddie or the team?
Email us at talk@fit-2.co.uk and we might feature your question on a future episode!
Whether you’re heading to the beach, catching flights, or just taking a well-earned break, this episode of The Fit2 Perform Podcast is here to help you actually enjoy your holiday—without guilt, shame, or diet drama.
Bobby and Steffan break down how to approach holidays with a healthy mindset, flexible habits, and zero pressure to “earn” your rest. Because newsflash: rest is productive too. 🧠💛
In this episode:
🌴 Redefining “Holiday Mode”
Why going all-in on enjoyment doesn’t mean you’re falling off track—and how you can loosen the reins withoutsabotaging your goals.
🍕 Food Freedom on Holiday
How to approach meals with flexibility, fun, and zero stress. (Yes, you can eat the gelato and still be a high-performing human.)
💪 To Train or Not to Train?
Should you pack your gym kit? We’ll give you our personal takes on moving while away, and why “training” might look different—and that’s okay.
🧠 Mindset Reset
We talk about the pressure performers and fitness lovers often feel when taking time off—and how to unlearn guilt-based habits around food, rest, and “falling behind.”
🎒 Your Holiday Toolkit
Quick tips you can take with you—whether it’s a five-minute stretch, your favourite snacks, or just knowing how to talk back to that inner critic.
The bottom line? You deserve rest. You deserve joy. And you don’t have to “make up for it” when you get back.
👉 Tune in now to The Ultimate Holiday Guide – Ditch the Guilt, Keep the Joy on The Fit2 Perform Podcast. Got your own holiday habits or questions? Email us at talk@fit-2.co.uk and let’s keep the conversation going—preferably poolside. 🏖️📧
In this epic new episode, Bobby and Steffan sit down with the one and only Gareth David-Lloyd — best known to sci-fi fans across the globe as Ianto Jones from Torchwood and Doctor Who. But Gareth’s journey goes far beyond the Hub…
🎬 Actor. Writer. Fan Favourite.
We dive into Gareth’s incredible career on screen and stage, from battling aliens to captivating audiences with emotional depth and razor-sharp delivery. His portrayal of Ianto became a cultural touchstone, gaining him a loyal global following — and he’s still making waves with new projects in TV, audio drama, and theatre.
🧠 The Man Behind the Mystery:
Gareth opens up about life before and after Torchwood, his early training, his writing work, and what it’s like navigating fan culture, convention life, and staying creatively fulfilled in a rapidly changing industry.
🎤 Why You’ll Want to Hit Play:
Behind-the-scenes stories from Torchwood and Doctor Who
Honest insight into the life of a working actor in TV and theatre
A brilliant, thoughtful conversation with one of sci-fi’s most beloved stars
📩 Got Questions?
Send yours to talk@fit-2.co.uk — we’d love to hear from you!
In this powerhouse episode of The Fit2 Perform Podcast, Bobby and Steffan reveal their top 5 favourite advanced exercises specifically designed to take performers to the next level—whether you’re dancing, singing, acting, or doing all three at once!
These aren’t your average gym moves. We’re talking exercises that build real-world strength, improve stage stamina, boost joint stability, and keep your body resilient through 8-show weeks and beyond. 💥
In this episode:
🔥 5 Go-To Moves for Performer Longevity – From explosive power to rotational control, we break down our personal favourites and explain exactly why they work for the demands of a performing career.
🎯 Why These Beat the Basics – Learn what makes these exercises “advanced” and why they’re the logical next step once you’ve nailed the fundamentals.
🎭 Built for the Stage – How each movement translates to better performance—whether you’re belting a ballad, landing a jump, or hitting choreography with confidence.
💡 Coaching Cues & Common Mistakes – Our top tips on how to execute these movements properly and avoid the classic traps performers fall into.
Whether you’re deep into a contract or levelling up in the off-season, these are the moves we use ourselves—and with our clients—to build strong, functional, show-ready bodies.
👉 Tune in now to Top 5 Advanced Exercises Every Performer Should Be Doing on The Fit2 Perform Podcast. Got a go-to move you swear by? Email us at talk@fit-2.co.uk and let’s add it to the list!
In this star-studded and strength-fuelled episode of The Fit2 Perform Podcast, we shine the spotlight on the brilliant Hannah Boyce—a powerhouse performer whose journey spans the West End, international stages, national tours, and now… your Netflix homepage.
From smashing it as Caprice in The Comedy About a Bank Robbery to stealing scenes in Sex Education as Harriet Anders, Hannah’s career has been anything but predictable—and her commitment to health, strength, and performer wellbeing makes her the perfect Fit2 Perform guest.
In this episode:
🎭 From Stage to Screen
We take a walk through Hannah’s incredible performance CV—from Dreamboats and Petticoats to Horrible Histories, The Judas Kiss, and her most recent run in Cluedo 2. She shares the stories behind the roles, life on tour, and the unique challenges of juggling physical comedy, drama, and everything in between.
📺 Sex Education & Working On-Screen
We talk about what it was like stepping onto the set of one of Netflix’s most talked-about shows, playing the sharp and brilliant Harriet Anders in the final season of Sex Education.
💪 Building Strength Offstage
Hannah opens up about her personal training journey, how it’s helped her both physically and mentally in the industry, and why she’s become such a strong advocate for performers taking their wellbeing seriously—beyond the eight-show week.
🧠 Auditions, Recovery & Reframing Rejection
We dig into the mindset side of performer life—how Hannah handles the mental toll of auditions, rejection, and performance pressure, plus the tools she uses to reset and re-centre.
This episode is full of laughs, real talk, and total honesty from someone who’s walked the walk—from West End to weight rack.
👉 Tune in now to Hannah Boyce – From Dreamboats to Deadlifts on The Fit2 Perform Podcast. Got questions for Hannah or want to share your own performer story? Email us at talk@fit-2.co.uk and join the chat.
Is sweating a sign of a great workout… or just a hot room? In this episode of The Fit2 Perform Podcast, Bobby and Steffan get sweaty—figuratively (and probably literally)—as they break down what sweat actually tells us, bust the myths around it, and explain how it ties into performance, recovery, and even mindset. 🧠💧
In this episode:
💦 What Is Sweat?
We explain the science of sweating—why it happens, what it’s made of, and what it does for your body beyond just making your shirt soggy.
🔥 Sweat ≠ Fat Burn
Time to kill the myth: Just because you’re drenched doesn’t mean you’ve torched fat. We talk through why sweat isn’t a direct sign of calorie burn or progress.
🧂 Hydration & Electrolytes
Sweating isn’t just about water. We look at how to stay properly fuelled and hydrated when you’re sweating buckets—especially during shows, rehearsals, or summer gym sessions.
🎭 Performers & Sweat
Let’s talk quick changes, stage lights, and staying energised during an eight-show week. We look at how performers can manage sweat for both performance and recovery.
🧘 Sweat & Mindset
From saunas to stress relief, we touch on how sweat can also be a part of ritual, routine, and mental reset.
Whether you’re a chronic sweater or someone who finishes a workout bone-dry, this episode will change the way you think about sweat—and how you manage it.
👉 Tune in now to Sweat – What It Really Means & Why It Matters on The Fit2 Perform Podcast. Got a sweaty story or questions about hydration? Email us at talk@fit-2.co.uk and let’s get into the grit. 💬💦
This week, Bobby and Steffan are joined by the brilliant Alexander Evans — actor, singer, musician, Pilates instructor, massage therapist, and Director of VoiceGym. With a career that bridges the stage and the studio, Alexander is a shining example of how performers can evolve, educate, and empower others through movement, breath, and voice.
🎙️ Stagecraft Meets Science:
Alexander shares his journey as a West End and international performer, and how his transition into Pilates and vocal health coaching helped him build a career focused on keeping other artists performing at their best. From opera singers to osteopaths, his client list is as varied as his skill set.
💪 VoiceGym: Movement for Voice:
As Director of VoiceGym, Alexander talks about what makes this approach to voice training so unique. Whether it’s helping performers build vocal stamina, reduce tension, or simply breathe better, VoiceGym combines movement, science, and practical tools to support sustainable performance.
🌍 A Life of Global Impact:
From touring with the European Union Youth Orchestra as their resident Pilates teacher and massage therapist, to delivering VoiceGym workshops in Hungary, Australia, and across the UK, Alexander’s work reaches far beyond the stage. He’s also a regular presenter for Body Control Pilates and runs teacher trainings to help others share these transformative techniques.
🌟 Why You Can’t Miss This Episode:
Practical insights into vocal and physical health for performers
Behind-the-scenes stories from the West End and beyond
A fresh take on longevity, injury prevention, and wellness in the arts
🎧 Hit Play to Reconnect With Your Performer Self:
This episode is a must-listen for anyone who uses their voice and body to create. Whether you’re singing, acting, dancing — or teaching others to do the same — Alexander’s experience and wisdom will leave you inspired and better informed. 🎙️💆♂️🎵
📩 Your Questions, Our Spotlight:
Got a question for Alexander or the hosts? Email us at talk@fit-2.co.uk and it might feature in a future episode!
Strap in (and strap on that chest monitor) because in this episode of The Fit2 Perform Podcast, we’re diving into the world of heart rate zone training. Whether you’re a performer looking to boost stamina, a gym-goer wanting to optimise fat burn, or someone who just loves tracking metrics, this one’s for you. 🏃♂️💓
In this episode:
📊 What Are Heart Rate Zones?
We break down the five commonly used heart rate zones, what they mean, how they’re calculated, and why they matter.
🔥 Benefits of Zone-Based Training
Discover how understanding your heart rate zones can help you tailor your training to improve endurance, burn fat more efficiently, recover better, and perform at your best.
🧠 Common Myths & Mistakes
We bust the nonsense: Why more sweat doesn’t always mean more progress, and why maxing out every session might be doing you more harm than good.
🎭 Performers & Heart Rate
We explore how heart rate tracking can help performers (yes, even during eight show weeks) manage recovery, increase aerobic capacity, and avoid burnout.
🎯 Tools & Tips
Chest strap or wrist tracker? Zone 2 or Zone 4? We’ll give you the lowdown on how to get started and what to look for in a heart rate monitor.
Whether you’re training for Hyrox, a half marathon, or just trying to survive dance callbacks, heart rate training could be the missing piece in your routine.
👉 Tune in now to Heart Rate Zones: Train Smarter, Not Just Harder on The Fit2 Perform Podcast. Got questions or want us to calculate your zones live on air? Email us at talk@fit-2.co.uk and let’s get into the zone 💬💥
In this powerhouse episode, Bobby and Steffan sit down with the sensational Michelle Andrews, currently lighting up the West End as Worker #2 and 1st Cover Persephone in the smash-hit Hadestown at the Lyric Theatre. With a career full of standout performances, fierce choreography, and show-stealing covers, Michelle brings the kind of energy that makes theatre magic happen.
🔥 From Velma to Persephone:
Michelle takes us through her incredible journey; from strutting her stuff as cover Velma in Chicago on its International Tour, to commanding the stage in Hadestown, covering the electric role of Persephone. She shares what it’s like stepping into such an iconic part and the discipline it takes to stay ready to perform at a moment’s notice.
💃 A Dance-Fuelled Career:
From Sweet Charity to West Side Story, On the Town, Pippin, and Kiss Me Kate, Michelle has worked with some of the top creatives in the UK, including Opera North, Chichester Festival Theatre, and Open Air Theatre. We talk about her time as Dance Captain, how she navigates covering principal roles, and the physical demands of a life in dance-heavy shows.
🎤 Covering Stars, Owning the Stage:
Whether it’s covering Adelaide in Guys & Dolls, Bianca in Kiss Me Kate, Hildy in On the Town, or Tracy Turnblad in Hairspray—Michelle has been the go-to cover and ensemble powerhouse for years. She shares the pressures, the pride, and the preparation that comes with always being ready to shine.
🌟 Why You Can’t Miss This Episode:
Behind-the-scenes insight into Hadestown and what it’s like covering a lead in the West End
Real talk about the life of a cover, ensemble member, and dance captain
Career-spanning stories from Chicago, Hairspray, Anything Goes, Sweet Charity and beyond
🎧 Hit Play for Passion, Perseverance, and Pure Talent:
Michelle’s work ethic, humour, and honesty make this a must-listen for performers, theatre lovers, and anyone who wants to know what it really takes to keep a show running. 🎙️💥
📩 Your Questions, Our Spotlight:
Got questions for Michelle or the hosts? Email us at talk@fit-2.co.uk, and your question might be featured in an upcoming episode! 💌
It’s back! One of your all-time favourite segments returns in this heartwarming, hilarious, and slightly awkward episode of The Fit2 Perform Podcast. That’s right—Leading to Love is making its comeback, and Bobby and Steffan are diving even deeper in an attempt to strengthen their already questionable podcast relationship. 🥰🎙️
In this episode:
💌 Revisiting the Questions That Started It All: We dust off the infamous “36 Questions to Fall in Love” and pick up where we left off—will sparks fly or will it all go off the rails?
🧠 Reflections on Friendship: Bobby and Steffan reflect on how their relationship has evolved since the original series and how vulnerability plays a role in personal growth—on stage, in the gym, and in life.
😂 The Usual Chaos: Expect plenty of laughs, slightly-too-honest moments, and the kind of chaotic energy that only happens when two people try to bond in front of microphones.
Whether you’re new to the segment or have been following since Part 1, this episode is the perfect mix of emotion, entertainment, and absolute nonsense.
👉 Tune in to The Return of Leading to Love on The Fit2 Perform Podcast and witness the next chapter of Bobby and Steffan’s ongoing on-air love story. Got thoughts or want to send in your own relationship questions for us? Email us at talk@fit-2.co.uk
In this incredible episode, Bobby and Steffan are joined by the brilliant Juan Jackson, a powerhouse performer currently starring in Hadestown at the Lyric Theatre in London’s West End! 🎶 With a career that has spanned the globe — from Australia to Singapore to the UK — Juan’s story is a true celebration of passion, resilience, and world-class talent. 🌎✨
🎤 From Florida to the West End:
Juan trained at Florida State University and has since built an extraordinary international career. He shares his journey from studying in the US to performing on some of the most prestigious stages around the world, and now stepping into the vibrant world of Hadestown. 🎶🔥
🎭 Global Theatre Adventures:
Hear all about Juan’s wide-ranging credits, including Disney’s Aladdin (UK Tour), Next to Normal (Singapore, New Zealand), Titanic – The Musical (Melbourne), Miss Saigon (Australia), The Rocky Horror Show (Korea, New Zealand, Singapore), Cats, Five Guys Named Moe, The King and I, Passion, and so many more. His stories from international stages are packed with energy, heart, and incredible insight into the life of a true working artist. 🌍🎭
🎵 Beyond the Stage – Juan the Recording Artist:
We also chat about Juan’s music career, including his single “Candy,” available now on all streaming platforms. Learn how he balances musical theatre and recording, and how his artistry continues to evolve.
🌟 Why You Can’t Miss This Episode:
Behind-the-scenes stories from Hadestown, Aladdin, Titanic, Cats, and more
Inspiring lessons from a globe-trotting, genre-crossing performer
Insight into balancing a career across theatre, tours, and the music industry
🎧 Hit Play for Global Adventures and Unstoppable Passion:
Juan’s energy is infectious, his journey inspiring, and this episode is packed with wisdom for performers and dreamers alike. 🎙️✨
📩 Your Questions, Our Spotlight:
Got questions for Juan or the hosts? Email us at talk@fit-2.co.uk, and your question might be featured in an upcoming episode!
