Hosted by Nahjalae Lovelace · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 37 episodes
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This podcast dives into the unfiltered grind of chasing a dream in acting and the creative world. Instead of polished stories from those who’ve already ‘made it,’ you’ll hear the raw, funny, and heartfelt perspective of guests and myself still in the hustle — pushing, learning, and carving out a place in the film industry. It’s about navigating the struggle in real time. If you’re a creative chasing your dreams, this is your space to feel seen.
Nahjalae Lovelace hosts Creative Struggles, a arts show with 37 episodes published.
In this episode, I'm joined once again by returning guest and fellow actor Chris, for an honest conversation about appearance on camera, confidence, and self-image. We talk about watching ourselves back, navigating compa
In this episode of Creative Struggles, I sit down with an actress who's been consistently booked and busy, sharing the screen with well-known talent. We talk about how she books her roles, what it takes to stand out in a
In this episode of Creative Struggles, I sit down with an actor who made the bold decision to leave her hometown and move to a new state for a better opportunity at achieving her goals and aspirations. We talk about what
In this episode of Creative Struggles, I sit down with an actor to talk about the unseen parts of the journey - the waiting, the rejection, and the work that happens long before the #actors #actress #aspiringactors #film
In this episode of Creative Struggles, I sit down with a singer, songwriter, and producer navigating the music industry in real time. We talk about how he got started, the obstacles he's faced, and what it really takes t
In this episode of Creative Struggles, I sit down with an actor navigating a tough season - fewer bookings, a regular job, and the decision to step back without giving up. We talk about surviving slow seasons, releasing
In this episode of Creative Struggles, I sit down with an actor, writer, producer, and emerging director who's stepping into full creative ownership. After writing her feature film, she made the decision to direct it her
In this episode of Creative Struggles, we are unpacking acting class — the vulnerability, the ego checks, the comparison, and the growth that happens when you can’t hide in the room. Because sometimes the hardest stage i
Actors don't talk enough about late or missing payments. In this episode of Creative Struggles, I'm joined by a fellow actor to discuss waiting months to get paid, chasing checks, and navigating payment issues without bu
In this episode of Creative Struggles, I sit down with an actor who also expresses their creativity through painting. We talk about navigating an industry that wants you to pick one lane, creating without permission, and
In this episode of Creative Struggles, I sit down with a recording artist who is navigating the music industry while staying true to who they are. We talk authenticity, pressure to conform, and what it really takes to bu
Working for free is often framed as “paying your dues” in the creative industry — but what does it actually cost? In this episode of Creative Struggles, I sit down with an actor to unpack the reality of unpaid work, favo
Intimate scenes require trust, communication, and clear boundaries — but that’s not always the reality on set. In this episode of Creative Struggles, I’m joined by a fellow actress to talk honestly about uncomfortable mo
Not Every Opportunity Is Aligned explores the pressure creatives feel to say yes to everything - and the growth that comes with learning when to say no. In this episode, we talk about unaligned opportunities, guilt, fear
Season 2 of Creative Struggles is here — premiering Wednesday, April 1st. This season dives deeper into the real experiences of actors and creatives navigating the industry in real time — not after they’ve made it, but w
Rejection is part of the acting journey - but that doesn't make it hurt any less. In this episode of Creative Struggles, I talk honestly about how rejection shows up in the creative process, why it feels deeply personal
Clapping for Yourself is about learning how to keep going when no one is watching, cheering, or validating your effort. In this episode of Creative Struggles, we talk about the quiet phase of the creative journey - when
This episode explores what happens when confidence meets pressure and preparation turns into overthinking. From walking into an open casting call filled with industry heavyweights to performing through nerves and self-do
Not all support is helpful - and sometimes the people closest to you hurt your creative journey without realizing it. In this episode, we talk about the backhanded encouragement, fear disguised as advice, and the kind of
Creatives want to succeed - but many of us are secretly terrified of being seen trying. The awkward middle stage. The beginner era. The 'what if they judge me' phase. In this episode, we break down the fear of being witn
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Creative Struggles is hosted by Nahjalae Lovelace. The show is categorised under arts (performing) and has published 37 episodes.
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