“Welcome to Backstage Goss — the podcast that shines a spotlight on the dreamers, the doers, and the determined voices of the entertainment world. From big wins to tough breaks, we dive into real journeys, raw stories, and the passion that keeps people chasing the spotlight. This is where dreams meet reality… and the adventure truly begins.”
The Entertainment business is so huge and we want to explore all the stories from all the different departments. Who would have thought there was so many ways to get into the Entertainment Industry, but there are and we are going to find out what it takes to get a job. Bring on the dream, the heart ache and all the emotion as we hear from people that have made it, still trying and those that have failed.
Send us Fan Mail In this episode we meet Gina Barton from the Travel Counsellors. We gain an insight to how she set herself up as a travel consultant to offer out Entertainment packages for everyone. A must LISTEN Support the show Your dreams are achievable, everybody can reach them, when you TRY!
17 Aug 2026
The DC Stuntman
Send us Fan Mail John B Tannen has been a stuntman for over 40 years. From the age of 11 he knew that he wanted to be a stuntman. This is his journey and it's really interesting. He takes us from the early years and how he got in to the business. It all leads up to Blockbuster movies and being saved by Batman. Support the show Your dreams are achievable, everybody can reach them, when you TRY!
15 Aug 2026
Averham Theatre
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we meet Jean Baliol-Key. Her journey started as a teacher.She joined a local drama group and many years later she found herself acting, directing and becoming the theatres secretary. Support the show Your dreams are achievable, everybody can reach them, when you TRY!
6 Jul 2026
Polish Girl In America
Nina K is a little bit of an anomaly. No one in her Polish family has the acting gene, although she thinks her father had something and it was him who she said might be the catalyst. From as early as 12, she knew that she wanted the bright lights and wanted to be somebody. From being sort after for modelling, she was soon snapped up by the world of entertainment in Hollywood. Having starred in many high profile films, she rubbed shoulders with the likes of Steven Spielberg just to name drop, ...
9 May 2026
Lucy Moon - The Autistic Actress
Lucy is Autistic but that has not stopped her fulfilling her dream of being an Actress. We hear from Lucy about the types of predjuices she had to encounter at school and over come them. Masking was a way of life and continues in her adulthood. She welcomes the challenges and talks about being thrown in at the deep end to Direct a short film. Support the show Your dreams are achievable, everybody can reach them, when you TRY!
6 May 2026
Harvey Duddles - Banging my way to Happiness
Harvey is a young man whose journey and passion left him at an early age. Having been a child actor, even going on to study the art form, it seems there was something not right for him. One day his passion left him. What was he to do next. Luckily, also from an early age, this young man had another passion. A passion for music; the drums. This is Harvey's story how he now lives and breath's music. Enjoy! Support the show Your dreams are achievable, everybody can reach them, when you TRY!
2 May 2026
Joseph Lee Jackson - Being Freddie Mercury
Joseph Lee Jackson is probably one of, if not, the longest Tribute band called Mercury and to have met Roger Taylor and Brian May. He also become quite close to the family as he always invited Freddie's mum and sister to the gigs when they were in town (Nottingham). His story tells of a young boy who falls in to the role by accident really and 27 years later, is still feeling the same buzz as when he first started as a cocky boy and matured into a true professional. Support the show Your dr...
29 Apr 2026
James Fry - being a Red Coat
In this episode talks to James Fry entertainer. He is now currently at Warners, but he started as a 17 year old and left home. It wasn't all that it was cracked up to be. He tells us the joys of being a manager for a touring company and why his cast caused mutiny. Some tricks of the trade when it comes to being paid. Please share the podcast Support the show Your dreams are achievable, everybody can reach them, when you TRY!
21 Apr 2026
Hair and MakeUp with Natalie Fox
I would never have imagined how involved the Hair and MakeUp team are and so important on a set. Never underestimate the determination and gumption these guys have to have to survive in this world. Early mornings, late nights, pampering, continuity and the list goes on. Natalie Fox was so determined to be a part of this world, even though, through her own admission, it can be lonely and you have to sacrifice your life if on a project. This is her journey. Enjoy. p.s she has some very strong...
15 Apr 2026
A Writers World
In this episode, Scott Payne takes us on his journey in to the world of writing for TV. From a rural background to rubbing shoulders with some of the best people in the business, he tells of the early beginnings of living off bread and Jam, being beaten up and a University that couldn't possibly move him from his digs, where personality clashes had taken its toll, until he walks in with a black eye, blood on his face and a cut lip. He talks about his first writing job and how to get an agent....
12 Apr 2026
Beth Carpenter - Film School Here We Come
Beth is 18 and adventuring into the world of Entertainment; Film. She has a passion for filmmaking and acting. The Industry is not a forgiving one, and, as a neurodivergent lady, the pressures are high. She has a very positive attitude and says she wants to makes changes within the industry. Let's find out how and what else she has in store for us. This is Beth's journey into the Entertainment World. Support the show Your dreams are achievable, everybody can reach them, when you TRY!
4 Apr 2026
Ben Millen Prop Maker to the Stars
Imagine being bullied because you are inquisitive, have a different take on things or maybe a little quirky. Well, that was Ben and all of them things. You see, Ben, was always wanting to know how things worked. His obsession or passion, whatever you want to call it, led him to pursue his dream. He always wanted to work on making things. He now works within the TV and Film Industry as a props maker and is pretty good at it, so much so, it landed him on the Ghostbusters Movie Team. ben g...
30 Mar 2026
Kailum Richardson - Rockstar Dancer
When all you dream about is dancing at the age of 8, but trying to handle being bullied constantly, being pulled from school, wreaking your UK career before it's even started, how can you continue to carry on? It's a good job that Kailum had the tenacity and strength to follow his dreams, because today, he is part of an exciting dance Camp in America. What makes him special; he's the only white boy in the Camp. A testament to his skill. He is living a Rockstar Lifestyle state side. Support th...
23 Mar 2026
My Time In Radio with John B Tannon
What a journey this boy has been on. Everything he does has a purpose to get him to where he wants to go next. He started out as a Stuntman and worked his way through to Film Works and then in to Broadcasting. John explains his way in and probably the beltway to do it. He is a stickler for learning your craft. Helpful hints and tips along the way. Support the show Your dreams are achievable, everybody can reach them, when you TRY!
12 Mar 2026
My Big Break
Samantha Shuma is one exciting dancer and actress. This episode she discusses how she got her big break into an industry that is not forgiving; you either have it or you don't. The Wiz was on her list of accomplishments, as was Hamilton and Wicked the film. Today we learn about the up's and downs of getting in to the Industry. Support the show Your dreams are achievable, everybody can reach them, when you TRY!
6 Mar 2026
Ballet nearly cost me the loss of my daughter
We hear from Christina who trained as a Ballerina. The diet she was advised, the heartache she went through and how she nearly lost her child. Support the show Your dreams are achievable, everybody can reach them, when you TRY!
28 Feb 2026
Shona Lindsay 45 years in the business
WE talk to Shona Lindsay about her journey in to the Entertainment Industry. With 45 years (nearly) under her belt, she explains how Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber took her under is wing and created her as a leading lady. Her mishap on 'Aspects of love' on a closed set is a hilarious tale. We talk about the industry and how she has managed through the changes over the years. We find out why she no longer treads the boards but keeps herself busy by reinventing herself to keep working. Support t...
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