Reel Talk

Reel Talk
Podcast Description
Reel Talk isn’t just a podcast. It’s a movement, a spotlight, and a rallying cry for the bold, creative, and courageous performers in the performing arts who are taking control of their careers—and their lives—by stepping into their power and sharing their truth. In a world where the rules are changing, a new kind of performer is emerging — one who isn’t waiting for permission. They’re creating their own work, building their own brand, and living out their purpose through the art they love. These are the stories we tell. Through raw, behind-the-scenes podcast episodes and immersive documentary-style content, we follow entrepreneurial artists on their real journeys — their wins, struggles, and big breakthroughs. We trace their every move as they build the career of their dreams from the inside out, powered by purpose and an unshakable belief in their inner HERO. Reel Talk is part of LPA Arts, powered by LPA Network, a creative platform that empowers performers and artists.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on themes such as personal empowerment, creative entrepreneurship, and the evolving landscape of the performing arts. Episodes cover the wins and struggles of artists, with highlights like the impact of independent work, the realities of the music industry featuring stories from artists like Steph West, and discussions around brand building and artistic purpose.

Reel Talk isn’t just a podcast. It’s a movement, a spotlight, and a rallying cry for the bold, creative, and courageous performers in the performing arts who are taking control of their careers—and their lives—by stepping into their power and sharing their truth. In a world where the rules are changing, a new kind of performer is emerging — one who isn’t waiting for permission. They’re creating their own work, building their own brand, and living out their purpose through the art they love. These are the stories we tell. Through raw, behind-the-scenes podcast episodes and immersive documentary-style content, we follow entrepreneurial artists on their real journeys — their wins, struggles, and big breakthroughs. We trace their every move as they build the career of their dreams from the inside out, powered by purpose and an unshakable belief in their inner HERO. Reel Talk is part of LPA Arts, powered by LPA Network, a creative platform that empowers performers and artists.
Steph West is our guest on our latest episode.
Steph is a singer and songwriter and shares how she turned her passion for music into a dream career today.
From humble backgrounds from growing up and experiencing the star studded life at a young age with her tour managing mother who worked for acts such as Madonna, Duran Duran, and Missy Elliot. We hear Steph’s challenges from battling mental health issues and reclaiming her power in becoming her dream as an artist in the industry. And how motherhood shaped her life at a young age to become the person she is now.
Timecodes
00:00 Intro
02:07 Early life upbringing
05:02 Kola and meeting celebs, touring with my mum
08:31 Supportive parents 11:09 Overcoming challenges/Motherhood
14:27 ADHD and Mental Health
17:30 Bringing up my daughter
19:00 Interlude/Subscribe to the channel
19:40 Spiritual beliefs
22:33 Angel Numbers
24:36 Music career revival
25:54 Shooting the music video “Change”
28:15 Making the song “I Don’t Need You”
30:29 Working with the best producers
31:56 Dream Artist Collaboration
32:40 Influences
33:35 Desert Island Challenge
35:10 My legacy I want to leave behind
37:46 Contact me on social media
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