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Life doesn’t come with a handbook, especially when you’re in your twenties. Finding Our Feet is a podcast all about navigating the messy, exciting, and sometimes nerve-wracking transition into adulthood.
Hosted by Sam, Sean and Becca, we dive into the highs and lows of life entering the real world after uni - career dreams, personal growth, and everything in between.
Hosted by Sam, Sean and Becca, we dive into the highs and lows of life entering the real world after uni - career dreams, personal growth, and everything in between.
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Hello you lovely people!This is our 28th episode of the 'Finding Our Feet' Podcast! This week on Finding Our Feet, we’re joined by returning guest Tyler Pickles and fellow Leeds Conservatoire alumni Lottie Burns for our first ever double guest (at the same time) interview!!We dive deep into The Untitled Spiking Project, the powerful new play Lottie began writing a few years ago, now being produced by Tyler and Rebel Roots Theatre Company!! We talk about where the idea came from, why it’s told through a father’s perspective, and the responsibility that comes with staging work that tackles such urgent issues.Alongside that, we chat about Lottie stepping into Desdemona in Othello, Tyler working as a producer, the Leeds Student Creative Network, and what it really looks like building theatre in the North right now!! 🎭 You can find our other socials here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/findingourfeetpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@findingourfeetpodcast HOSTSSam Henly: https://www.instagram.com/samhenly_/Becca Boomer: https://www.instagram.com/beccaboomer_823/ Sean Merrick: https://www.instagram.com/_seanmerrick/Enquiries: fofpodcast@outlook.com
Hello you lovely people!This is our 27th episode of the 'Finding Our Feet' Podcast! This week on Finding Our Feet, we’re joined by Tabitha Heidi-Brown - photographer, musical theatre performer, Head of Events at Theatre North, and all-round creative!! 🎉We chat about balancing performing with other work, why having more than one string to your bow can be a strength not a distraction, and why accessibility in northern theatre matters! Tabitha also shares how she’s built her videography and photography work (including collaborating with us on ORIGINS), plus the story behind her acoustic duo gigging across West Yorkshire! 🎙️ A grounded conversation about building a creative career with more than one string to your bow... 🎭You can find our other socials here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/findingourfeetpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@findingourfeetpodcast HOSTSSam Henly: https://www.instagram.com/samhenly_/Becca Boomer: https://www.instagram.com/beccaboomer_823/ Sean Merrick: https://www.instagram.com/_seanmerrick/Enquiries: fofpodcast@outlook.com
Hello you lovely people!This is our 26th episode of the 'Finding Our Feet' Podcast! This week on Finding Our Feet, it’s just Sam and Becca - with a special guest host, Rebecca Royle - stepping in while Sean’s away on an acting job!Rather than skipping a week, we wanted to do what we do best: talk honestly. We chat about life after graduation, navigating the gap between the jobs you want and the jobs you need, and what it’s really been like trying to find work in the months after leaving uni!It’s not an interview - just three recent grads figuring things out in real time. Expect tangents, laughs, and some very real conversations about pressure, comparison, money, creativity, and learning to be okay with not having it all mapped out yet!As always, we round things off with our quiz - because even when life gets existential, we still need a bit of chaos!!You can find our other socials here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/findingourfeetpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@findingourfeetpodcast HOSTSSam Henly: https://www.instagram.com/samhenly_/Becca Boomer: https://www.instagram.com/beccaboomer_823/ Sean Merrick: https://www.instagram.com/_seanmerrick/Enquiries: fofpodcast@outlook.com
Hello you lovely people!This is our 25th episode of the 'Finding Our Feet' Podcast! In this episode of Finding Our Feet, we’re joined by George Miller to talk honestly about life after uni and what it really means to build a creative career!We chat about the importance of having more than one string to your bow, juggling different creative outlets, and why flexibility can be a huge advantage in the early stages of your career! George opens up about his band Sugarstone, balancing music alongside acting, and how working across disciplines has shaped his confidence as a performer.We also discuss his upcoming Channel 4 TV debut, Tip Toe, written by Russell T Davies and starring Alan Cumming and David Morrissey, and what it’s like stepping onto a major TV set for the first time!!You can find our other socials here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/findingourfeetpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@findingourfeetpodcast HOSTSSam Henly: https://www.instagram.com/samhenly_/Becca Boomer: https://www.instagram.com/beccaboomer_823/ Sean Merrick: https://www.instagram.com/_seanmerrick/Enquiries: fofpodcast@outlook.com
Hello you lovely people!This is our 24th episode of the 'Finding Our Feet' Podcast!In this episode, we’re joined by ORIGINS writers/performers Brandon Robinson-Connolly, Lewi Chapman, and Alfie Peckham to talk all things ORIGINS - Theatre In Development, coming to Seven Arts, Leeds on 6th February!!We dive into the stories behind their individual plays - why they wrote them, where they came from, and what audiences can expect on the night! From works-in-progress and bold ideas to the joy (and chaos) of developing new writing, we chat honestly about the creative process and what it means to put new work in front of an audience!The writers also tease a few secrets and surprises they’ve got planned for the day, why ORIGINS is such a special space for new writing, and why this is absolutely one to catch live!🎟️ Tickets are available now, and trust us, you’ll want to be there!!You can find our other socials here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/findingourfeetpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@findingourfeetpodcast HOSTSSam Henly: https://www.instagram.com/samhenly_/Becca Boomer: https://www.instagram.com/beccaboomer_823/ Sean Merrick: https://www.instagram.com/_seanmerrick/Enquiries: fofpodcast@outlook.com
Hello you lovely people!This is our 23rd episode of the 'Finding Our Feet' Podcast!It’s that weird bit between Christmas and New Year where time doesn’t exist… so we thought, why not chat absolute nonsense for an hour? 😅Join Sam, Becca and Sean as we round off the year Finding Our Feet-style - reflecting on the madness of 2025, what’s next for all of us, our plans for the new year, and plenty of festive chaos along the way!No guests, no structure, just us lot celebrating the holidays, and trying to make sense of the “in-between days.”You can find our other socials here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/findingourfeetpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@findingourfeetpodcast HOSTSSam Henly: https://www.instagram.com/samhenly_/Becca Boomer: https://www.instagram.com/beccaboomer_823/ Sean Merrick: https://www.instagram.com/_seanmerrick/Enquiries: fofpodcast@outlook.com
Hello you lovely people!This is our 22nd episode of the 'Finding Our Feet' Podcast!In this episode, we’re joined by the brilliant Anna Jordan - award-winning playwright, screenwriter, and the creative mind behind Yen and Lost Atoms with help on shows like Succession, One Day and Killing Eve! 🎭 We chat about her journey into writing, what makes characters feel real, and how she balances honesty, humour and heart in her work. Anna also shares her thoughts on collaboration, the highs and lows of the industry, and advice for emerging artists finding their voice!A grounded, full length inspiring conversation with one of the UK’s most exciting storytellers!!You can find our other socials here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/findingourfeetpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@findingourfeetpodcast HOSTSSam Henly: https://www.instagram.com/samhenly_/Becca Boomer: https://www.instagram.com/beccaboomer_823/ Sean Merrick: https://www.instagram.com/_seanmerrick/Enquiries: fofpodcast@outlook.com
Hello you lovely people!This is our 21st episode of the 'Finding Our Feet' Podcast!In this episode of Finding Our Feet, we sit down with Chris Bush - Olivier Award-winning playwright, lyricist and screenwriter, and one of The Stage’s most influential people in British theatre!! We dive into her creative process, her passion for new work, and how she came to write some of the plays that we know. Chris opens up about what drives her as a writer, the evolving landscape of theatre, and the exciting projects she’s got coming up!A must-listen for anyone curious about storytelling, collaboration, and carving your own path in the arts!! You can find our other socials here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/findingourfeetpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@findingourfeetpodcast HOSTSSam Henly: https://www.instagram.com/samhenly_/Becca Boomer: https://www.instagram.com/beccaboomer_823/ Sean Merrick: https://www.instagram.com/_seanmerrick/Enquiries: fofpodcast@outlook.com
Hello you lovely people!This is our 20th episode of the 'Finding Our Feet' Podcast!In this episode of Finding Our Feet, we’re joined by the incredible Sarah Jane Price - a 2025 WhatsOnStage Award-winning casting director whose work has shaped some of the most exciting projects in UK theatre and beyond!We chat about what it really takes to stand out in an audition (for the right reasons) and get her professional thoughts on the rise of AI performers and what that could mean for the industry. She also shares how she found her way into casting, her journey from actor to award-winning creative, and what exciting projects she’s got on the horizon!!An honest, insightful conversation about staying authentic, adapting with the times, and finding your place in a constantly evolving industry!You can find our other socials here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/findingourfeetpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@findingourfeetpodcast HOSTSSam Henly: https://www.instagram.com/samhenly_/Becca Boomer: https://www.instagram.com/beccaboomer_823/ Sean Merrick: https://www.instagram.com/_seanmerrick/Enquiries: fofpodcast@outlook.com
Hello you lovely people!This is our 19th episode of the 'Finding Our Feet' Podcast!In this week’s episode of Finding Our Feet, we’re joined by the hilarious and hugely talented Paul Burling - impressionist, voice actor, and entertainer with over 25 years in show business. From pantomime and radio to Britain’s Got Talent and his own ITV show, Paul’s career is packed with stories, laughs, and lessons learned along the way!!We chat about the highs and lows of working in entertainment, what keeps him inspired after decades in the industry, and how he continues to find joy in making people laugh. Paul also shares his experiences in panto, how his iconic impressions came to life, and why staying authentic has always been his secret to longevity!You can find our other socials here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/findingourfeetpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@findingourfeetpodcast HOSTSSam Henly: https://www.instagram.com/samhenly_/Becca Boomer: https://www.instagram.com/beccaboomer_823/ Sean Merrick: https://www.instagram.com/_seanmerrick/Enquiries: fofpodcast@outlook.com
Hello you lovely people!This is our 18th episode of the 'Finding Our Feet' Podcast!In this week’s episode of Finding Our Feet, we’re joined by the brilliant Bella Aubin - RADA trained actor, Curtis Brown talent, and one of the rising stars of British theatre! You might’ve seen her recently take on Macbeth at the Lyric Hammersmith, and now she’s joining us for an honest chat about life as a young actor finding her way in the industry.We talk training, confidence, rejection, along with a much needed catch up with her old classmate... SEAN MERRICK!! Bella opens up about keeping momentum, staying grounded, and learning to trust your instincts - both on stage and off.You can find our other socials here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/findingourfeetpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@findingourfeetpodcast HOSTSSam Henly: https://www.instagram.com/samhenly_/Becca Boomer: https://www.instagram.com/beccaboomer_823/ Sean Merrick: https://www.instagram.com/_seanmerrick/Enquiries: fofpodcast@outlook.com
Hello you lovely people!This is our 17th episode of the 'Finding Our Feet' Podcast!Our first episode without a guest since going fully independent. No guests, just a proper catch-up.We’re chatting all things life after graduation - the weird in-between stage, where you’re figuring out what’s next, trying not to panic, and learning to find your feet (literally). We talk about how the podcast’s been going since leaving uni, what’s coming next for Finding Our Feet (more events, more guests, more chaos), and what life looks like when the student bubble finally bursts!It’s an honest one, no scripts, no filters, just us being real about this next chapter!You can find our other socials here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/findingourfeetpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@findingourfeetpodcast HOSTSSam Henly: https://www.instagram.com/samhenly_/Becca Boomer: https://www.instagram.com/beccaboomer_823/ Sean Merrick: https://www.instagram.com/_seanmerrick/Enquiries: fofpodcast@outlook.com
Hello you lovely people!This is our 16th episode of the 'Finding Our Feet' Podcast!SOLOMON GORDON:In this episode, we’re joined by Solomon Gordon - A West End performer who is currently performing in The Lion King, and also a Leeds Conservatoire graduate!We chat about Solomon’s journey from training in Leeds to stepping onto one of the biggest stages in London, what it really means to be a “cover” on the West End, and the lessons he’s carried from drama school into professional life. He shares stories of first nights, staying ready behind the scenes, and finding your own voice inside an iconic role! You don’t want to miss this one! 🦁 You can find our other socials here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/findingourfeetpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@findingourfeetpodcast HOSTSSam Henly: https://www.instagram.com/samhenly_/Becca Boomer: https://www.instagram.com/beccaboomer_823/ Sean Merrick: https://www.instagram.com/_seanmerrick/Enquiries: fofpodcast@outlook.com
Hello you lovely people!This is our 15th episode of the 'Finding Our Feet' Podcast!ELLA GREENWOOD:In this episode, we’re joined by writer, director, producer credited in Forbes 30 Under 30 - the brilliant Ella Greenwood!! 🎬💥Ella is the founder of Broken Flames Productions, creating award-winning mental health-focused films and shaking up the industry with unapologetic drive. We chat early ambition, telling stories that matter, carving your own path, and why she never waited for permission to start.From finding your voice to founding your company - this one’s for the young creatives making their own rules!You can find our other socials here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/findingourfeetpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@findingourfeetpodcast HOSTSSam Henly: https://www.instagram.com/samhenly_/Becca Boomer: https://www.instagram.com/beccaboomer_823/ Sean Merrick: https://www.instagram.com/_seanmerrick/Enquiries: fofpodcast@outlook.com
Hello you lovely people!This is our 14th episode of the 'Finding Our Feet' Podcast!MORGAN LLOYD MALCOLM:In this episode, we’re joined by Olivier Award-winning playwright and all-round powerhouse Morgan Lloyd Malcolm!! 📝🎭Morgan speaks with honesty and fire about writing with purpose, navigating the theatre world as a woman, and how ‘Emilia’ became more than just a play. We talk all things writing, including her newest work (Dracula at the Lyric Hammersmith), collaboration, and building creative spaces that actually feel safe!If you’re a writer, theatre-lover, or just someone figuring it out: this one’s for you!You can find our other socials here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/findingourfeetpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@findingourfeetpodcast HOSTSSam Henly: https://www.instagram.com/samhenly_/Becca Boomer: https://www.instagram.com/beccaboomer_823/ Sean Merrick: https://www.instagram.com/_seanmerrick/Enquiries: fofpodcast@outlook.com
Hello you lovely people!This is our 13th episode of the 'Finding Our Feet' Podcast!SIMON WILSON:In this episode, we’re joined by entrepreneur, quizmaster, and Sam Henly's very own dad - Simon Wilson!! 👔🎤From growing a business from scratch to making brilliance happen, Simon brings wisdom, wit, and the odd reality check. We chat about working hard without losing your head, adapting through the years, and what it’s like watching your kid try to make it in the creative world!!You can find our other socials here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/findingourfeetpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@findingourfeetpodcast HOSTSSam Henly: https://www.instagram.com/samhenly_/Becca Boomer: https://www.instagram.com/beccaboomer_823/ Sean Merrick: https://www.instagram.com/_seanmerrick/Enquiries: fofpodcast@outlook.com
Hello you lovely people!This is our twelfth episode of the 'Finding Our Feet' Podcast!Our first live episode is here – and it’s a wild one! We’re coming to you straight from the New Age Fundraiser 2025, boots on, mics in hand, and a spinny wheel of chaos by our side.This cowboy-themed episode is packed with brilliant (and slightly unhinged) guests – performers, producers, and people just there for the vibes. From excited chats about their favourite acts, to unexpected confessions and silly games, this one’s full of surprises.It’s unfiltered. It’s uncensored (yep, there’s swearing). It’s a bit all over the place – and we wouldn’t have it any other way!Massive thank you to everyone who featured in the episode, all the incredible guests and performers, the New Age Fundraiser itself (especially the legend that is Linda-Ray), and the crew who helped bring it all together:🎥 Camera – Tabitha Heidi-Brown (the full video is on our youtube!!)🎧 Production Manager – Rayner Goh🎬 Sound crew, editors and all behind the scenes – we love you!You can find our other socials here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/findingourfeetpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@findingourfeetpodcast HOSTSSam Henly: https://www.instagram.com/samhenly_/Becca Boomer: https://www.instagram.com/beccaboomer_823/ Sean Merrick: https://www.instagram.com/_seanmerrick/Enquiries: fofpodcast@outlook.com
Hello you lovely people!This is our eleventh episode of the 'Finding Our Feet' Podcast! Alexa Morden: From self-tapes to speaking truth to power, Alexa Morden joins us to talk all things acting, advocacy, and unlearning the industry rulebook. We dive into her experience as an actor and podcaster (yes, The 98%!), why being vocal matters, and what it really means to back yourself in an industry that doesn’t always make it easy. Plus - the mystery behind her upcoming book, learning to let go of ‘shoulds,’ and the honest truth about agents.You can find our other socials here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/findingourfeetpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@findingourfeetpodcast HOSTSSam Henly: https://www.instagram.com/samhenly_/Becca Boomer: https://www.instagram.com/beccaboomer_823/ Sean Merrick: https://www.instagram.com/_seanmerrick/Enquiries: fofpodcast@outlook.com
Hello you lovely people!This is our TENTH episode of the 'Finding Our Feet' Podcast! Brandon Robinson-Connolly: In this episode, we chat to Actor, writer and director Brandon! From graduating to growing roots at Leeds Playhouse, Brandon reflects on finding his voice as a multidisciplinary artist, making space for new narratives, and keeping creativity alive post-drama school. We talk about Leo Rising, some other upcoming plays, and what comes after the first standing ovation. Expect honesty, a bit of chaos, and some beautiful takes on doing this whole life/performance thing your own way.You can find our other socials here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/findingourfeetpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@findingourfeetpodcast HOSTSSam Henly: https://www.instagram.com/samhenly_/Becca Boomer: https://www.instagram.com/beccaboomer_823/ Sean Merrick: https://www.instagram.com/_seanmerrick/Enquiries: fofpodcast@outlook.com
Hello you lovely people!This is our ninth episode of the 'Finding Our Feet' Podcast! Alexis Starke & Clara Carson:This one gets bold, reflective, and a little bit fiery. We sit down with two brilliant performers to talk about navigating the messiness of graduating, identity in training, and what it means to push back against an industry that doesn’t always make space for everyone.From politics in casting to carving out your own sense of belonging, this episode is full of real talk, big laughs, and the kind of honesty that makes you feel a bit less alone. It’s about knowing your worth, questioning the norms, and stepping into the next chapter on your own terms.You can find our other socials here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/findingourfeetpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@findingourfeetpodcast HOSTSSam Henly: https://www.instagram.com/samhenly_/Becca Boomer: https://www.instagram.com/beccaboomer_823/ Sean Merrick: https://www.instagram.com/_seanmerrick/Enquiries: fofpodcast@outlook.com





