Josh Lacy on Acting, Advocacy, and Authenticity in 'Before We Sleep'

About this episode

Josh Lacy discusses his journey in acting, advocacy, and the authenticity behind his work, particularly focusing on his film 'Before We Sleep'.

Josh Lacy is an AACTA nominated Australian actor, writer and director who found success starring as Nathan in the hit television series 'Troppo'. He has since appeared in 'Last King Of The Cross' and has gain worldwide recognition for his debut short film ‘Before We Sleep’ which gained him a 2025 AACTA nomination and will have its worldwide premiere this June at St Kilda Fest.  Instagram: @joshlacyofficial Don't Be So Dramatic Podcast: Podcast instagram: @dbsdpodcast Rachel's instagram: @rachel.lauren.baker Actor Mindset Coaching: @actormindsetcoaching Website: www.actormindsetcoaching.com/ Produced by: Rachel Baker Network: Diamantina Media (DM Podcasts) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Host: Rachel Baker

Guest: Josh Lacy

Topics covered

• acting
• advocacy
• authenticity
• film
• television
• career

Keywords

• Josh Lacy
• acting
• Before We Sleep
• AACTA
• authenticity
• advocacy
• film
• television

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Diamantina Media

Books & works: Before We Sleep, Troppo, Last King Of The Cross

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