Lovely Hurling Productions
Lovely Hurling Productions
Megan Cassidy: Musicals, Business and Life Not Being A Linear Journey
Megan Cassidy: Musicals, Business and Life Not Being A Linear Journey
Megan Cassidy: Musicals, Business and Life Not Being A Linear Journey
Saturday 1st April 2023
Megan Cassidy discusses her journey from musical theatre to entrepreneurship, touching on industry challenges and her startup Outcaster on The Fettle Podcast.
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Get the buttons here!Megan Cassidy: From Stage Lights to Business Insights on The Fettle Podcast
I did write the script in the, in the pandemic, right, yeah. I'm afraid people pity me type, because the more honest we are about that, this idea of making it versus giving up and taking a straight job and I think we need to talk about it more.
Ever wondered what it's like to transition from the bright lights of musical theatre to the bustling world of business? Megan Cassidy's story is a captivating tale of talent, tenacity, and transformation. In this episode of The Fettle Podcast, hosted by the ever-engaging Tony Kelly, Megan opens up about her journey from performing in professional musical theatre as a teenager to making waves in the business side of the arts. Megan's path wasn't always straightforward.
She talks about her time as a big fish in a small pond, her near-win on BBC's 'How Do You Solve A Problem Like Maria?', and her experiences in professional pantomime. But it wasn't all glamour. Megan shares a poignant moment when she questioned if her love for performing was enough to endure the industry's downtime.
Switching gears, Megan delves into her ventures behind the scenes at FM 104, Her.ie, and Lovin.ie, leading up to her latest entrepreneurial adventure with Outcaster. She discusses the challenges creatives face today, the importance of authenticity in content creation, and the potential of direct audience monetization. Megan's insights into the need for diverse voices and stories in mainstream media are both thought-provoking and inspiring. Tony Kelly's knack for drawing out these personal stories makes this episode a must-listen.
Megan's candid reflections on balancing passion with practicality offer valuable lessons for anyone navigating their own creative or professional journey. Tune in for a blend of heartfelt anecdotes, industry insights, and a dash of humor that will leave you both entertained and enlightened.