The Truth About Being An Actor Nobody Tells You | Alexa Morden/ The 98% Podcast | The Business of Show Business

The Business of Show Business · Jun 10, 2026 · 32m

What does it actually mean to succeed as an actor? In this episode, journalist and presenter Jamie Body is joined by Alexa Morden — actor, coach, author, and founder of the 98% podcast and CIC — to have the conversation the industry rarely wants you to hear.

Alexa breaks down why chasing the traditional idea of "making it" could be holding you back, how to find genuine success and fulfilment at any stage of your acting career, and why being in the 98% of actors who don't earn their main income from acting is nothing to be ashamed of.

They also get into the red flags actors need to watch out…