Different Hats Podcast · 2026-05-05 · 1h 58m
How much of life is actually a performance… and what does it really mean to be yourself? In this episode, I sit down with my good friend Craig Whiteley, West End performer, drama teacher, and someone who has experienced both the highs of standing ovations and the deeper lessons that come after. We explore the masks we wear, the roles we play, and the question so many of us avoid… Who am I… really? From performing on the West End to teaching the next generation, Craig shares powerful insights on authenticity, resilience, self-belief, and why success isn’t what we’ve been taught. This is an honest, emotional, and deeply human conversation about identity, kindness, and finding balance in a world full of noise. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 - Introduction & the BIG question: Is life a performance? 02:30 - “You Alright Mate?” - navigating life, noise & pressure 05:00 - Family, cancer, and finding purpose through challenge 09:30 - Childhood, kindness & where mindset begins 12:30 - Who am I?
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