I Do It Because I Love It

🎙 Episode Title

“I Do It Because I Love It”

🧵 Episode Summary

Actor, writer, producer, and mom of four Lauren Cox joins me for a conversation about navigating creative ambition, motherhood, and faith. From her early days in theater to on-set experiences while working on House of Cards, Lauren shares how she’s learned to balance her passion for storytelling with the realities of family life and the unpredictability of the entertainment industry. Whether you’re an aspiring actor or a creative juggling multiple roles, this episode offers insight, encouragement, and some awkward audition stories.

⏱ Timestamps are approximate

00:00 – 05:00 — Life as an NFL player’s wife

05:00 – 15:00 — Getting started in theater and transitioning to film

15:00 – 25:00 — Auditions, representation, and finding her voice

25:00 – 35:00 — Producing short films and learning on the fly

35:00 – 45:00 — Balancing motherhood and creative ambition

45:00 – 55:00 — Regret, resilience, and redefining success

55:00 – End — Writing for joy, staying humble, and trusting the process