Off Script: Life Beyond the Default Path with Nneya Richards

In this episode, Nneya Richards joins me to talk about what it means to walk away from the “default path” and build a life that may not be “legible” (h/t Paul Millerd) but is deeply aligned, creatively, personally, and spiritually. Nneya is a writer, speaker, travel expert, and true multi-hyphenate who’s been ahead of the curve for years. From early bylines at Teen Vogue to building a life across New York, London, and now Italy, she shares how she’s crafted a career that doesn’t fit into a neat box—and why that’s her biggest strength. We talk about the unspoken pressures of elite schools, the privilege baked into creative industries, and the courage it takes to live outside the lines. Nneya opens up about motherhood, identity, rest, and the surprising magic of discomfort. This one’s for anyone questioning the script they were handed and wondering what else might be possible. Thanks to Mutual Benefit for the outro music! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit alliecanton.substack.com