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How to Be an Actor and Not Lose Your Sh*t.How to Be an Actor and Not Lose Your Sh*t with Caitlin ThorntonIn this final episode of the season, I sit down with the producer of the podcast, and my sister, Caitlin Thornton.Together, we reflect on some of our favourite moments from the season, the biggest learnings and takeaways from our incredible guests, and how this podcast came to life in the first place. From the initial idea to hitting record, we talk honestly about what it’s been like building this together and what we’ve learned along the way.We also share a little of what’s coming up in season two, and where we’d l...
2026-01-2740 min
How to Be an Actor and Not Lose Your Sh*t.How to Be an Actor and Not Lose Your Sh*t with Ronkẹ Adékọluẹ́jọ́In this episode, I sit down with the brilliant Ronkẹ Adékọluẹ́jọ́, an English actor whose work spans stage, television and film with remarkable range and depth. A graduate of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London, Ronkẹ has built a dynamic career that moves effortlessly between powerful theatrical performances and memorable screen roles. You’ll hear about her journey from classical theatre training to taking on roles in acclaimed productions such as Been So Long and the Amazon Prime series Alex Rider, where she brought Jack Starbright to life. She’s also appeared in Doctor Who, Ch...
2026-01-201h 03
How to Be an Actor and Not Lose Your Sh*t.How to Be an Actor and Not Lose Your Sh*t with Tom SeniorIn this episode, I sit down with West End musical theatre star Tom Senior, known for iconic roles including Gaston in Beauty and the Beast and Kenickie in Grease. While his career on stage has been massive, Tom has since built a hugely successful online coaching business, which is now his main priority.Now running the online platform Powerful Performers with his fiancée Mimi, Tom helps artists get into the best shape of their lives, while navigating the demands of the industry.In this open and honest conversation, Tom speaks candidly about the struggles h...
2026-01-1351 min
How to Be an Actor and Not Lose Your Sh*t.How to Be an Actor and Not Lose Your Sh*t with Michelle De SwarteIn this episode, I sit down with comedian, actor and writer Michelle De Swarte for an honest, funny and deeply refreshing conversation about her journey in the industry.Michelle opens up about finding her voice, carving out her own lane, and what it’s really been like building a career on her own terms. We talk about the highs and lows of acting, navigating rejection, self-belief, and what it really takes to keep going in an industry that constantly asks you to prove yourself.Smart, sharp and unapologetically honest, this conversation is full of insight, hu...
2026-01-061h 12
How to Be an Actor and Not Lose Your Sh*t.How to Be an Actor and Not Lose Your Sh*t - Stacey Dooley & Shvorne MarksFor this special bonus episode, we’re flipping the script. Stacey Dooley steps into the host’s chair, while How To Be An Actor And Not Lose Your Sh*t host Shvorne Marks becomes the guest.In this open, honest and often funny conversation, Stacey digs into the story behind the podcast, from when Shvorne first fell in love with acting, to the highs and lows of her career so far, and the moments that nearly made her walk away altogether. Shvorne opens up about rejection, resilience, self-belief, and why creating this podcast felt not only necessary, but...
2025-12-1646 min
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2025-12-1601 min
How to Be an Actor and Not Lose Your Sh*t.How to Be an Actor and Not Lose Your Sh*t with Daisy Doris MayIn this episode, I sit down with my longtime friend and fellow ArtsEd alum, Daisy Doris May. We’ve known each other for years, so it was a real joy to finally sit down and talk about her creative journey, from drama school to becoming one of the most iconic comedic drag kings on the scene today.Daisy opens up about how she discovered drag, how she built her unique style of comedy, and what it takes to carve out your own space in an industry that doesn’t always know where to put you. We talk abou...
2025-12-0959 min
How to Be an Actor and Not Lose Your Sh*t.How to Be an Actor and Not Lose Your Sh*t with Hammed AnimashaunIn this episode, I sit down with award-winning actor Hammed Animashaun - whose love for performing began at just 11 years old. Born and raised in London, Hammed discovered his love for acting early, joining youth theatre before eventually pouring everything into stage, screen and everything in between.We dive into his story: growing up in London, the internal and external battles he faced when choosing to follow his calling, and the pressures of pursuing a creative life. From early struggles to breakthrough moments, Hammed shares his highs, his lows, and the hard-won lessons along the way.
2025-12-021h 18
How to Be an Actor and Not Lose Your Sh*t.How to Be an Actor and Not Lose Your Sh*t with Nell Tiger FreeFrom gracing our screens since the age of eleven, Nell Tiger Free has grown up in front of the camera - and in this episode, she sits down with me for a completely open and honest conversation about what that’s really been like.We talk about the highs, the lows, the pressure of starting young, and the moments that shaped her both as an actor and as a person. Nell shares the realities behind the roles, how she navigates uncertainty in the industry, and the lessons she’s learned along the way.It’s heartf...
2025-11-2549 min
How to Be an Actor and Not Lose Your Sh*t.How to Be an Actor and Not Lose Your Sh*t with Kevin CliftonKevin Clifton has been performing since he was a child. Many of you will know him from Strictly Come Dancing, but I know him from working alongside him on stage.In this episode, Kevin opens up about his lifelong love for musical theatre and acting, passions that were put on hold while his dance career took the lead. It wasn’t until his mid-twenties that he found his way back to the world of theatre, discovering a renewed sense of joy and purpose.Join me as we dive into Kevin’s journey: the highs and lows...
2025-11-181h 03
How to Be an Actor and Not Lose Your Sh*t.How to Be an Actor and Not Lose Your Sh*t with Pearl Mackie.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.
2025-11-111h 11How to Be an Actor and Not Lose Your Sh*t.Welcome to How to Be an Actor and Not Lose Your Sh*t.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 f...
2025-11-1001 min
One Large DuvetThe One with Grant Kilburn and Shvorne Marks : 2:22 A Ghost StoryThe One with Grant Kilburn and Shvorne Marks Smash hit play 2:22 A Ghost Story returns as part of a new UK Tour, starring Stacey Dooley & Kevin Clifton.Runaway Entertainment is delighted to announce that the critically acclaimed, smash hit, supernatural thriller 2:22 - A Ghost Story will embark on an extensive UK-wide tour, Returning to the role of Jenny following a limited run at the Gielgud Theatre in 2024, Stacey Dooley will perform alongside her partner Kevin Clifton, who will play Jenny’s husband, Sam. This will be the first time in th...
2025-10-0814 min
Stage Door at Malvern Theatres2:22 A Ghost Story, Murder at Midnight, Pantomime and Melodrama FilmsThe stars of 2:22 A Ghost Story, Kevin Clifton and Shvorne Marks, tell us about the jump-a-minute thriller they're bringing to Malvern.There's an all-star cast in the whodunnit Murder at Midnight and one of them, Jason Durr, gives us a taste of what's to come.It's nearly pantomime time and former Emmerdale favourite Tom Lister talks about playing Fleshcreep in this year's Jack and the Beanstalk.Plus we take a journey through seven decades of melodrama on the big screen with some classic films to watch this October....
2025-09-2235 min
The Durham PodcastSeries 4 Ep 5 - Graeme Danby Singer, Shvorne Marks in 2:22, Katrina Fisher MMA, Supreme QueenIt's a packed episode with Sam and Damian chatting to four great guests. Graeme Danby is an operatic bass originally from Durham who is performing "Songs From The North East" at Redhills, Shvorne Marks is appearing in the spooky play 2:22 at Sunderland Empire Theatre, Katrina Fisher is doing well on the international MMA stage and Supreme Queen, the ultimate Queen tribute are visiting the North East.
2025-08-311h 02
LimelightExemplar: Series 2: Episode 5When Veritas is hit by sophisticated cyber attack, Jess and Maya have to work with DS Gray to identify the attackers and stop them. Will they do it in time to save the company? Exemplar: “an audio recording made by a forensic analyst to recreate the precise audio conditions of a piece of evidence in a criminal or civil case.”The return of a modern day thriller set in the world of audio forensics. In Exemplar, Gina McKee plays Jess, a forensic analyst born and bred in the North East. Together with her colleague Maya, she...
2025-02-2829 minLimelightExemplar: Series 2: Episode 4Jess is observing as her old adversary, gang leader Danny Fenchurch, is questioned by the police. Will he crack? Meanwhile, back at Veritas, Maya is trying to crack a bizarre code on a video of a man being held captive by the gang. When DS Gray takes charge, the interrogation gets more heated. Exemplar: “an audio recording made by a forensic analyst to recreate the precise audio conditions of a piece of evidence in a criminal or civil case.”The return of a modern day thriller set in the world of audio forensics. In Exemplar, Gina...
2025-02-2128 minLimelightExemplar: Series 2: Episode 3Audio analysts Jess and Maya are hired to support a police sting operation to infiltrate a suspected drugs gang. A terrified teenager agrees to carry a wire when he goes to collect a package – Jess and Maya have to try to work out how to trap the drug runner, using sound cues from the route he takes. Exemplar: “an audio recording made by a forensic analyst to recreate the precise audio conditions of a piece of evidence in a criminal or civil case.”The return of a modern day thriller set in the world of audio...
2025-02-1428 minLimelightExemplar: Series 2: Episode 2When a never before heard track by iconic 90s band The Daisy Chains is discovered, a bitter argument over ownership between the lead singer’s widow and the bandleader ensues. Jess and Maya are brought in to work out who really wrote the song, with just an old school tape recording of the original track as a clue.Exemplar: “an audio recording made by a forensic analyst to recreate the precise audio conditions of a piece of evidence in a criminal or civil case.”The return of a modern day thriller set in the world of aud...
2025-02-0728 minLimelightExemplar: Series 2: Episode 1A successful television actor hires Jess and Maya to analyse a voicemail, leaked to the press, that suggests he supplied the drugs that killed his younger co-star. The suspicion is that the recording has been doctored. As they disentangle the truth behind the missing 29 seconds in the voicemail, pushy Detective Sergeant Serena Gray hires Veritas to help with a phone-hacking investigation. Exemplar: “an audio recording made by a forensic analyst to recreate the precise audio conditions of a piece of evidence in a criminal or civil case.”The return of a modern day thri...
2025-01-3128 min
Grab the Top Full Audiobooks in Romance, Rom-ComThe Situationship: #Merky Books’ first unputdownable rom-com by Taylor-Dior RumblePlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/646027 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Situationship: #Merky Books’ first unputdownable rom-com Author: Taylor-Dior Rumble Narrator: Shvorne Marks Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 7 hours 8 minutes Release date: August 17, 2023 Genres: Rom-Com Publisher's Summary: Brought to you by Penguin. When the love of her life shows up with a girlfriend, Tia decides it's time to put herself out there. Expectations of dating apps are low, so it's a surprise when she instantly connects with handsome photographer Nate. He's everything she's looking for; he makes her feel safe, seen, and desired. Tia assumes they're on the same pa...
2023-08-1705 min
LimelightExemplar: Series 1: 5. A Deadly SecretA modern day thriller set in the North East of England starring Gina McKee as a lone wolf audio forensic analyst with a troubled past. When the mystery of her father’s departure is solved, Jess is forced to re-evaluate her childhood memories.Exemplar: an audio recording made by a forensic analyst to recreate the precise audio conditions of a piece of evidence in a criminal or civil case.Exemplar is based on an idea from Ben and Max Ringham, and written by Ben Ringham, Max Ringham and Dan Rebellato.Jess ..... Gi...
2022-08-1928 minLimelightExemplar: Series 1: 4. Gangland ShootingA modern day thriller set in the north east of England. Starring Gina McKee as Jess, a lone wolf scientist with a troubled past whose passion for sound makes her the UK’s leading audio forensic examiner. Jess and Maya examine audio forensic evidence from a nightclub shooting.Exemplar is based on an idea from Ben and Max Ringham, and written by Ben Ringham, Max Ringham and Dan Rebellato.Jess ..... Gina McKee
Maya ..... Shvorne Marks
Nish Gopaul ..... Asif Khan
Danny ..... Deka Walmsley
Sophie ..... Fenella WoolgarAudio forensic consultant: James Zjalić
Sound rec...
2022-08-1927 minLimelightExemplar: Series 1: 3. The PoliticianA modern day thriller set in the North East of England starring Gina McKee as a lone wolf audio forensic analyst and Juliet Stevenson as a populist leader.Jess and Maya reluctantly agree to assist a controversial public figure to verify a piece of incriminating audio.Exemplar is based on an idea by leading sound designers Ben and Max Ringham, and written by Ben Ringham, Max Ringham and Dan Rebellato.Jess ..... Gina McKee
Maya ..... Shvorne Marks
Aoife ..... Fenella Woolgar
Judith ..... Barbara Marten
Rose ..... Juliet Stevenson
Lawrence ..... Asif Khan Audio forensic consultant...
2022-08-1927 minLimelightExemplar: Series 1: 2. SearchingA modern day thriller set in the North East of England. Starring Gina McKee as Jess, a lone wolf scientist with a troubled past whose passion for sound makes her the UK’s leading audio forensic examiner. A mysterious voice note takes Jess on a hunt to find an old friend.Exemplar is based on an idea by leading sound designers Ben and Max Ringham, and written by Ben Ringham, Max Ringham and Dan Rebellato.Jess ..... Gina McKee
Maya ..... Shvorne Marks
Aoife ..... Fenella Woolgar
Judith ..... Barbara Marten
Neil ..... Don Gilet
Ellie ..... Charlie Hardwick...
2022-08-1927 minLimelightExemplar: Series 1: 1. JudithGina McKee stars as Jess, a lone wolf scientist with a troubled past whose passion for sound makes her the UK’s leading audio forensic examiner. Together with her new trainee, Maya, she undertakes a different sound challenge in every episode.A modern-day thriller set in the North-East of England.Jess attends the scene of a young woman’s apparently accidental death to create an audio exemplar to match a recording from a voice activated speaker. Mysterious voice messages about the past from her mother Judith add to the tension.Ex...
2022-08-1928 min
High-Quality Full Trial Audiobooks in Romance, MysteryThe Hive: The unmissable feminist revenge thriller by Scarlett BradePlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/574408 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Hive: The unmissable feminist revenge thriller Author: Scarlett Brade Narrator: Shvorne Marks Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 8 hours 22 minutes Release date: July 21, 2022 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3.33 of Total 12 Ratings of Narrator: 4.5 of Total 8 Genres: Mystery Publisher's Summary: SHOULD HE LIVE OR DIE? YOU DECIDE. Charlotte Goodwin looks directly at the camera and reveals a chilling truth to the thousands watching her Instagram Live broadcast. She has killed her ex-boyfriend's new partner in cold blood. But she is not finished yet. With bloodied hands she takes a calm sip...
2022-07-2105 min
Access Essential Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, SuspenseThe Hive: The unmissable feminist revenge thriller by Scarlett BradePlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/574408 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Hive: The unmissable feminist revenge thriller Author: Scarlett Brade Narrator: Shvorne Marks Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 8 hours 22 minutes Release date: July 21, 2022 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3.33 of Total 12 Ratings of Narrator: 4.5 of Total 8 Genres: Suspense Publisher's Summary: SHOULD HE LIVE OR DIE? YOU DECIDE. Charlotte Goodwin looks directly at the camera and reveals a chilling truth to the thousands watching her Instagram Live broadcast. She has killed her ex-boyfriend's new partner in cold blood. But she is not finished yet. With bloodied hands she takes a calm sip...
2022-07-2105 min
Life Sentence4. ElephantsSign up to the Podcasts & Climate Change event, taking place on 17th May 2022, here: https://podcastsclimatechange.splashthat.com‘He’d say Orion was part Akashinga’ Best served with headphones on. Runtime of 19 minutes to reflect the 19 years until the Elephants will be extinct in the wild.The final part of the episode includes a Savannah soundscape to serve as a tribute to our Zimbabwean Elephants and the Akashinga Rangers. CastMo: Jordan StephensInglovu: Shvorne Marks Etta: Fanta Barrie Adam: WIll MellorStevie: Stacy Abalogun
2021-12-0320 min
AudioBook ClubQueenie- A Quiet Implosion with Shvorne MarksFor our second episode of AudioBook Club, we meet up to discuss the Queenie by Candice Carty-WilliamsQueenie is the story of the delightfully tragic Queenie Jenkins one of the great fictional creations of the twenty-first century. Queenie is a rollercoaster of emotions. It’s LOL funny, dramatic and tender.We’re joined by 12 Audiobookworms this week who listened to the drama and couldn’t wait to share their thoughts on Queenie with you. The episode features a Q&A and a special appearance from the narrator Warning: There are spoilers in this episode if you’d...
2021-02-211h 04
AudioBook ClubComing Soon: Queenie by Candice Carty-WilliamsWelcome to Audiobook Club -the monthly event and podcast where we celebrate and discuss Black, Asian, Queer and female narratives in literature. Every month we meet with other Audiobookworms to discuss an Audiobook recommended by you.For our next episode, we’re joined by 12 audiobookworms to discuss Queenie by Candice Carty-Williams. Here’s what you can expect from episode 2:Strong opinionsHumble disagreementsAND Revelations from our featured guest Shvorne MarksEpisode 2 will be available on Sunday 21st Feb! Make sure you don’t miss this episode by subscribing to AudioBook Club t...
2021-02-0701 min
Booklist's Shelf CareEpisode #7: Size (and Format) MattersIn this episode of Booklist's Shelf Care: The Podcast, host Susan Maguire sits down with librarian extraordinaire Robin Bradford to discuss the hottest topic in all of Libraryland: are trade paperbacks better than mass market paperbacks? They get into patron behavior, format preferences, and, inevitably, romance novels. Then Audio Editor Heather Booth provides a glimpse at the audio award-winners announced at ALA Midwinter in January, and Susan and Adult Books Editor Donna Seaman break down the winners Carnegie Awards for Excellence in Fiction and Nonfiction. It's a big episode, y'all!
The books mentioned this episode are:
The Wedding Date by...
2020-02-2446 min
Embark On Into A Ground-Breaking Full Audiobook During Your Workout.It's Not OK to Feel Blue (and Other Lies) by Scarlett CurtisPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/67097to listen full audiobooks.
Title: It's Not OK to Feel Blue (and Other Lies)
Author: Scarlett Curtis
Narrator: Scarlett Curtis, Adam Kay, Honey Ross, Miranda Hart, Saba Asif, Paapa Essiedu, Shvorne Marks, full cast
Format: mp3
Length: 9 hrs and 23 mins
Release date: 10-03-19
Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 9 ratings
Genres: Health, Lifestyle & Relationships
Publisher's Summary:
Everyone has a mental health. So we asked: what does yours mean to you? The result is extraordinary. Over 60 people have shared their stories. Powerful, funny, moving, this book is here to tell you: it's OK.
2019-10-039h 23
Dive Into The Full Audiobook That Keeps Book-Lovers Hooked.Don't Look Back in Anger by Daniel RachelPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/85234to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Don't Look Back in Anger
Author: Daniel Rachel
Narrator: Paul McGann, Louise Brealey, Tania Rodrigues, Jot Davies, David John, Dean Williamson, Shvorne Marks, Charles Armstrong
Format: mp3
Length: 18 hrs and 44 mins
Release date: 09-05-19
Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 10 ratings
Genres: History & Criticism
Publisher's Summary:
The '90s was the decade when British culture reclaimed its position at the artistic centre of the world. Not since the 'Swinging Sixties' had art, comedy, fashion, film, football, literature and music interwoven into a blooming of national self-confidence. It was the decade...
2019-09-056h 44
Explore the Latest Free Audiobooks in Better in Audio, Celebrity NarratorsQueenie by Candice Carty-WilliamsPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/350722 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Queenie Author: Candice Carty-Williams Narrator: Shvorne Marks Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 9 hours 46 minutes Release date: March 19, 2019 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.15 of Total 84 Ratings of Narrator: 4.74 of Total 23 Genres: Celebrity Narrators Publisher's Summary: *NOW A HULU ORIGINAL SERIES* *ONE of NPR's and TIME's BEST BOOKS of the YEAR * NAMED A MOST ANTICIPATED BOOK of the YEAR by WOMAN'S DAY, NEWSDAY, PUBLISHERS WEEKLY, BUSTLE, and BOOK RIOT!* "A book that sneaks up on you...I am hooked." —Roxane Gay, New York Times bestselling author This acclaimed and "welcome debut from a...
2019-03-1903 min