My TV Journey With Lola
My TV Journey with Lola is a behind-the-scenes podcast celebrating the people, stories, and untold moments that power your favorite TV shows and films — from the UK to the Middle East and Africa.
Each episode dives into honest, funny, and sometimes chaotic conversations with the brilliant minds behind your favourite shows, from directors and producers to casting legends and unsung heroes of TV and film. Expect wild set stories, big career shifts, imposter syndrome, travel mishaps, and lots of real talk about surviving and thriving in the industry.
Featuring guests from the UK, Middle East, and Africa. From casting influencers and filming in storms, to donkey whispering and street casting. Come for the industry insight, stay for the stories no one tells.
New episodes drop on the 14th of every month. Because the real drama… happens behind the scenes!
My TV Journey With Lola
Latest Episodes
Digital Producing & A.I
In this episode of My TV Journey With Lola, I’m joined by Abdullah, former Head of Development at Sky News Arabia, whose career spans roles as a DOP, producer, director, and executive director. We talk about how content is developed and commiss...
Directing & Managing Egos
We are back!!!! Welcome to Episode 5 of My TV Journey With Lola! In this episode, I’m joined by the incredible Karim Abouzeid — a visionary filmmaker who’s been directing and producing for over 26 years across the Mi...
Influencer Managing & Six-Figure Fees
This week, we’re in London with the digital powerhouse herself — Esther! With nearly a decade of experience in content strategy and influencer management, Esther has worked with some of the biggest brands in the game: Twitter, Meta, McCai...
Street Casting & Shapeshifting
This week on My TV Journey with Lola, I’m joined by the brilliant and hilarious Shelley Gill — a casting powerhouse with over 10 years of experience working across UK and US networks. From First Dates (C4) to The Rap Game UK (BBC3) and Secr...
AI & Donkey Whispering
In this episode, Lola sits down with Middle Eastern TV powerhouse Hayam Sabury, a true multi-hyphenate who's worn every hat from producer to show caller to post wiz. With over 15 years in the industry, Hayam has worked with major brands like Pe...