Oscar-Winner Daniel Kaluuya: Why You Should Reject Others’ Opinions & Bet On Yourself

Today, I sit down with award-winning actor Daniel Kaluuya, best known for his roles in “Black Panther” and “Get Out”. In this conversation, Daniel looks back on the challenges he faced as a Black aspiring actor, the frustration felt when his experience was invalidated, and the prejudiced nature of Hollywood. We learn about the creative spark behind his directorial debut “The Kitchen“ and his firm belief that one’s potential to realize a dream is not dictated by the opinions of others. If you like this episode, you’ll also enjoy my podcast with UK Pop Star Jay Sean. Check it out right here 👉 In this interview, we discuss: 00:00 Intro 00:57 What Have You Been Told You Couldn’t Do? 06:11 How Did You Become a Writer? 08:52 Learning the Art of Improv 11:06 Shared Love for Football 16:18 Navigating Racism & Colorism 21:24 How to Bet On Yourself 26:36 The Inspiration for “The Kitchen“