A privilege & a pleasure: Actor, James Mackenzie.

Hello! Let's do this, Rodeos!

This week, actor, the wonderful, James Mackenzie drops into Benjy's Cafe for a coffee.

James appears in the CBeebies hit show, Molly & Mack & played the title role in the multi BAFTA award winning CBBC series, Raven, for over 15 seasons, gaining cult status worldwide.

It's a super episode.

James shares how growing up in an acting family helped shaped his career choice & his route to the stage & our TV screens, & just what a privilege that is.

James also discusses how quality children's TV is vital for young viewers & their families; and how CBeebies shows like Molly & Mock, can trigger children's imagination & bring fun & laughter.

Plus, the lasting impact of Raven on his life & audiences worldwide.

Ben & James also dive into balancing an acting career with parenting, the joy of the outdoors & the importance of kindness, in theatre & life.

And how James has recently dipped his toes into the world of alcohol free & reached for his running shoes.

He's a good bad guy on stage, but an even better good guy off it.

Pop the kettle on & enjoy listening.

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