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Gabrielle and I are on a ROADTRIPPP!!!! We were speakers at the Southwestern Actors Conference, and along the 5 hour trip, we decided to talk about the industry and ask each other questions. We cover topics such as fear in the acting industry, actor mindset, money and financials, handling self-tapes, on-set etiquette, working relationships with agents, and navigating auditions. We both feel like one of the most important aspects of it is having a supportive actor community to share our individual experiences on managing the unpredictable nature of an acting career. Find your community, or join The Membership waitlist to become a part of ours!
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00:00 — Road Trip Conversations Friends01:53 — Navigating Acting and Side Hustles04:39 — Dealing with Audition Anxiety07:33 — Commercial Success and Financial Stability12:41 — The Importance of Discussing Pay17:13 — Practical Acting Tips and On-Set Advice20:41 — The Membership Perks and Side Hustle Academy21:01 — Essential On-Set Tips for New Actors21:45 — Navigating Set Dynamics and Call Sheets23:36 — Camera Awareness and Positioning28:53 — Communicating with Agents and Declining Auditions31:52 — Strength in Community
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
★ How I Do My Full Body Slates
★ The Actor Dictionary
★ Join The Membership Waitlist
★ Join the Side Hustle Academy Waitlist
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I’m talking about Los Angeles Actor Life and what I’ve learned as an actor after 13 years in this industry. Life as a Los Angeles actor is tough, and it changes all of the time. Being an actor in 2024 is so much different than it was when I started out 13 years ago, and right now I’m sharing what I wish I knew when I first started out. So I’m diving into the changes and constants in the acting industry over the past 13 years since moving to Los Angeles. We’re going over the importance of being a skilled actor, industry networking, and the evolving nature of auditions, including the rise of self-tapes and the impact of social media. We'll also touch on the unchanged reality of high expenses for actors (seriously - it’s an investment) and the different approach to headshots today. What’s changed in your acting career since you first started your journey? I’d love to know!
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00:00 — Reflecting on 13 Years in LA
00:56 — The Importance of Skill and Networking
02:52 — Navigating Social Media as an Actor
05:02 — The Costs of Being an Actor
07:49 — Free Back to School Challenge
08:58 — Self Tapes
12:28 — The Evolution of Headshots
14:02 — Personalized Acting Advice
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
★ The Headshot Class
★ Sign up for the FREE 5 Day Back to School Actor Challenge
★ Watch THE ACTOR WEBSITES | Let’s Talk Actors Access, Casting Networks, Breakdown Services, IMDb Pro
★ Watch Headshots According to Atlanta Photographer Chase Anderson | HOW TO BE YOU IN YOUR ACTOR HEADSHOTS
★ Watch Headshots According to LA Photographer Leah Huebner | HOW TO CAPTURE YOUR ESSENCE IN YOUR HEADSHOTS
★ Watch Headshots According to LA Photographer Joanna DeGeneres | HOW ACTORS CAN TAKE GREAT HEADSHOTS
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I hate “survive ‘till 2025” with a burning passion and no, you can’t change my mind. Listen, we’ve still got 4 months left in this year and there is a LOT that we can do. So I’m talking about why the phrase 'survive till 2025' is detrimental to actors and offering actionable advice we can all do instead. Don’t wait for this unpredictable, unreliable industry and do what you can within your own power. Join my free five-day 'Back to School' challenge, designed to help actors focus on immediate, practical steps to advance their careers and enjoy their lives without waiting for external circumstances to improve. Trust me when I needed this, and I think you do too.
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00:00 — Introduction and Podcast Comeback00:25 — The Phrase 'Survive Till 2025'00:43 — Why 'Survive Till 2025' is Problematic01:23 — Staying Informed and Active in the Industry02:35 — Embracing Change in the Acting World03:27 — Back to School Vibes04:31 — Introducing the Back to School Challenge
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
★ Sign up for the FREE 5 Day Back to School Actor Challenge
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Another strike? Whattt?? That’s right. Video game actors are standing up to big corporations and taking a stand for all of us. In an industry that makes more than sports and TV profits COMBINED, video game artists are continuously being neglected by one of the most lucrative industries in the country. As key figures in SAG-AFTRA negotiations, actors Zeke Alton and Sarah Elmaleh provide insights into the urgent need for AI protections including the unions main three concerns: consent, compensation, and transparency. They emphasize the risks of working on non-union projects during the strike and outline steps actors can take to protect their careers and their colleagues. I was blown away by the financial magnitude of the video game industry, and we get into why every actor needs to care about what is being fought for here. As a union, one genre’s win is a win for us all. The fight that we are having here will effect commercials, will effect theatrical, will effect film, and will effect us all. If you’ve been wanting to get involved and know more about why we’re striking, this is the episode for you.
Support the SAG-AFTRA Video Game Strike here.
00:00 — Understanding the Video Game Strike01:16 — Why Non-Video Game Actors Should Care03:22 — Navigating Auditions During the Strike05:18 — The Importance of Union Solidarity09:32 — Negotiation Challenges and Pressure Points13:02 — Artificial Intelligence: The Core Issue14:12 — Digital Replicas vs Generative AI16:42 — Union's Approach to AI and Actor Rights17:19 — Legislation and Actor Protections18:21 — Importance of Union Communication22:04 — Video Game Industry Financials25:07 — The Future of Entertainment and Video Games28:11 — A Call to Action for Us All
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
★ Zeke Alton’s IMDb
★ Follow Zeke on IG @zekealton
★ Sarah Elmaleh’s IMDb
★ Follow Sarah on IG @selmaleh
★ Sarah’s Website
★ Game Performance Matters Links
★ SAG-AFTRA Video Game Search List
★ Crispin Freeman
★ No Fakes Act
★ No AI FRAUD Act
★ Unroll Me App
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We’re shaking things up today with me being the guest on Brittany Rizzo’s “My Only Friends” podcast! This is a small segment of our full hour long conversation, but it was one that really resonated with me. I openly share my mental health journey, and the way that I’ve grown to approach finances as an actor. Success is what we make it and how we define it, and there is no one way to be an actor. I get into the challenges of actor life, the pressure of constant productivity, and the impact the pursuit of this career can have on our mental health. Brittany and I also talk about the benefits of taking breaks, managing burnout, and my personal experience with anxiety medication. If you want more, be sure to check out the full episode on 'My Only Friends,' where we dive even deeper on the insecurities and pressures actors face.
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00:00 — Being on “My Only Friends” & Upcoming Changes02:22 — Redefining Success03:01 — The Struggles and Realities of Being a Full Time Actor08:59 — Managing Burnout and Mental Health14:26 — The Impact of Anxiety Medication21:53 — Ask for Help
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
★ Brittany Rizzo’s “My Only Friends” Podcast
★ Watch the Full Episode “Your Job's A Joke, You're (One) Broke (Actress), with Sam Valentine”
★ Listen to the Full Episode “Your Job's A Joke, You're (One) Broke (Actress), with Sam Valentine”
★ Follow the “My Only Friends” Podcast on IG
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I’m releasing one of my Patreon podcasts for free here to share the journey of my booking on Bosch Legacy! On the Patreon, I share my real, unfiltered, unedited thoughts on the most pivotal moments in my career and my life. My Bosch booking was everything to me, not only because they called me back for multiple episodes, but because it happened right around the time of my wedding. I’m taking you through the audition process, the challenges, valuable lessons learned, and the importance of self-care while on set. The immense satisfaction of seeing my hard work on screen is captured here, and I’m so excited to share it with you all. Want more? Join the Patreon, we’d love to have you!
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00:00 — Let’s Talk about the Bonus Podcast00:29 — Behind the Scenes of Bonus Podcasts01:42 — The Bosch Legacy Booking02:48 — Audition Process and Preparation12:06 — First Day on Set16:34 — Second Shoot Day and Reflections22:20 — Balancing Work and Personal Life33:09 — Final Thoughts and Takeaways
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
★ Want more raw, unfiltered, behind the scenes thoughts? Become an Apple Podcast subscriber or join the One Broke Actress Patreon!
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Back for Part 2 of our conversation with bestselling author Jamie Varon, we take a dive deep into the emotional rollercoaster of achieving creative milestones. Jamie shares her candid thoughts on comparison, jealousy, and the often unspoken realities of success in the creative world. From discussing the pressure of social media portrayals to the dichotomy between public celebration and personal letdowns, Jamie offers a raw, unfiltered view on the importance of authenticity and self-worth. If you’ve ever wanted to achieve a work-life-rest balance, or simply loving yourself as a creative person, this episode will leave you with ways to seek validation beyond just our notions of fame and success.
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— The Reality of Jealousy and Comparison
— The Pressure of Public Announcements
— Authenticity in Promotion
— The Disconnect Between Achievement and Emotion
— Fame, Success, and Why It’s Not the Answer to Loving Ourselves
— The Burden of Celebrity
— Navigating Creative Routines
— Embracing the Slow Periods
— Letting Go of Control
— Finding Joy in the Unexpected
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
★ Read Jamie’s Book “Radically Content: The Journal: A Guide Back to You”
★ Jamie’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamievaron/?hl=en
★ Jamie’s Links: https://linktr.ee/jamievaron
★ Jamie’s Website: https://www.jamievaron.com
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What happens when all your dreams come true? You book the job. You publish the book. You become rich and successful. Do you start to treat yourself better because of those accomplishments? Often, the answer is no. Bestselling author of “Radically Content” and “Main Character Energy” Jamie Varon is here to share her journey with self-worth as a creative. Jamie highlights the hurdles creatives face in seeking validation and fulfillment. We touche on the intrinsic value of self-worth, the impact of societal expectations, and the personal growth needed to thrive in creative fields.
Perfect for actors, artists, and anyone struggling with the wait for validation, this episode is for all of us chasing our dreams and wondering what is waiting for us on the other side.
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— Discovering 'Radically Content'
— The Struggle with Contentment
— Our “Why” - Tackling Existential Questions Every Creative Faces
— The Ugly Side of Success
— Balancing Ambition and Happiness
— The Waiting Game for Creatives
— Art is Currency
— Dealing with the Moments Inbetween Gigs
— Navigating the Entertainment Industry
— Self-Worth vs. Self-Confidence
— Standing Up for Yourself with Your Reps
— The Reality of Comparison and Jealousy
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
★ Watch the Financial Diet Podcast “Radical Contentment, Actual Self-Care, & Giving Up On Being Effortless”
★ Read Texas Monthly Article “Colleen Hoover Is a Wildly Successful Author. Why Did She Stop Writing?”
★ Read “Worthy: How to Believe You Are Enough and Transform Your Life” by Jamie Kern Lima
★ Read Jamie’s Book “Radically Content: The Journal: A Guide Back to You”
★ Read Jamie’s Book “Main Character Energy”
★ Jamie’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamievaron/?hl=en
★ Jamie’s Links: https://linktr.ee/jamievaron
★ Jamie’s Website: https://www.jamievaron.com
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Gabrielle and I are BACK! We are discussing the current state of the acting industry, dealing with silence, managing expectations during uncertainty with the IATSE strike talks looming, and the evolving nature of actors and influencers. No matter how you feel about social media, we share our experiences on how it has helped us as SAG influencers, and why you may want to consider growing your own platform too. We get into the complexities of maintaining creativity, the impact of social media on our professional lives, and the significance of building a supportive community with those around you.
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00:00 — Introduction and Welcome01:11 — Catching Up: Industry Updates and Personal Reflections02:17 — Navigating the Acting Industry: Trust and Teamwork06:17 — The Importance of Community and Support11:12 — Social Media and Personal Growth17:06 — Influencer Contracts and New Opportunities25:49 — Final Thoughts and Future Plans
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
★ Watch the One Broke Actress Episode “Let’s Talk the SAG Influencer + Podcast Contracts with Sue-Anne Morrow & Shaine Griffin | SAG-AFTRA”
★ The Membership
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I’ve done the impossible. I convinced my mom and dad to be on the podcast. I know, we thought it would never happen and yet here we are! I am so proud to bring on Rich and Debbie Valentine, and interview them on what it was like to raise an actor and support me in my dreams. You may not know this, but I didn’t come from a creative family. It’s really all on me, and my parents took a big leap of faith that I am forever grateful for. I share my experiences and challenges as an actor with my parents, and hear their side on how they feel about me moving from the Midwest to Los Angeles, constantly facing rejection, and coming out on top. Recorded at the family home, this is a must-listen for anyone needing a boost of familial support and insight into the actor’s life.
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00:00 — The Importance of Family Support in an Acting Career
02:29 — A Heartfelt Conversation with Mom: Understanding and Support
06:05 — To Those Without Support
13:17 — Insights from Dad: The Journey of Supporting an Actor
15:49 — The Audition Realization: A Turning Point
17:53 — From Hot Air Balloons to Seeking Stability
19:00 — The Real Job Debate: Acting as a Career
22:03 — Family Support and Understanding the Actor's Journey
26:55 — Navigating the Challenges and Triumphs of Acting
31:02 — Reflections and Advice for Aspiring Actors
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
★ Listen to One Broke Actress “Being the Actor in the Family (with my Sister)”
★ Listen to One Broke Actress “The (Sam) Valentine's Day Podcast Special with OBA Husband Caleb Ellis | BEING MARRIED TO AN ACTOR”
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Have you always wondered about making your podcast union? Or using your content to pay into your pension and health? Today, I’m bringing on two SAG staff members in charge of these contracts to talk ALL about the Influencer and Podcast Agreements. Sue-Anne Morrow and Shaine Griffin get into a comprehensive discussion about SAG AFTRA, and the conversation covers the distinct contracts available for podcasters and influencers, the benefits of each, and the importance of union coverage in these evolving industries. We go into who these contracts would be right for, how to make sure you product yourself and your brand, and even detail the process of covering podcasts and influencer content under SAG AFTRA. Got more questions? Email [email protected] & [email protected] for a direct line into our wonderful union!
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00:00 — Introduction to the One Broke Actress Podcast02:10 — Meet the SAG AFTRA Experts: Sue-Anne Morrow and Shaine Griffin05:24 — Understanding SAG AFTRA Membership and Staff Roles06:45 — Deep Dive into SAG AFTRA Podcast Contracts08:26 — The Benefits of the Micro and Independent Podcast Agreements20:08 — Transitioning to the Influencer Agreement Discussion23:03 — Empowering Performers with the Influencer Agreement24:13 — What Led to the Influencer Agreement25:08 — Differences Between Waiver and Agreement27:44 — Navigating Brand Deals and Union Projects29:42 — Addressing the Skepticism Around Influencer Membership30:31 — Expanding Union Coverage to Reflect Industry Evolution34:17 — Understanding Contract Protections and Limitations37:59 — Podcasting and Guest Compensation Explained40:32 — Envisioning the Future of Content Creation and Union Support
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
★ Sue-Anne Morrow IMDb
★ Sue-Anne Morrow SAG-AFTRA
★ Shaine Griffin SAG-AFTRA
★ SAG-AFTRA
★ Got Podcast Agreement Questions? Email [email protected]
★ Got Influencer Agreement Questions? Email Influencer**@sagaftra.**org
★ One Broke Actress “Actor & TikTok Star Drew Talbert on Advice for Actors, Finding Success & the SAG Influencer Contract”
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Waiting in line since 5am. Spending 8+ hour days for an audition you may never get. Having to find the best audition material to match the tone of the show you want. These are the realities of theatre actors, and I’m bringing on the one and only Maggie Bera to take us through the current state of theatre in New York City. This one is for all of the stage actors out there, and for every on camera actor wondering what it’s like on the other side. Maggie shares her personal journey from moving to NYC, adjusting to the hustle of open calls, union benefits, and balancing acting with other jobs. She offers advice on navigating the city's theater scene, audition strategies, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. We are also going to touch on the importance of financial stability, the benefits of Equity membership, and the impact of social media and online presence on modern actors' careers. If you’ve been wondering what it’s like to pursue a career on the stage or hoping to hear from a theater actor because you are one yourself, Maggie’s story will leave you feeling inspired to do what you love.
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00:00 — Welcoming Maggie Bera02:53 — The Realities of Moving to NYC for Theater12:19 — Navigating the World of Auditions in New York22:05 — The Journey to Equity Membership and Beyond24:00 — Deciding When to Join the Union25:45 — The Freelance Agent Experience27:35 — Understanding Theatrical Agents28:27 — Balancing Acting Career and Personal Life31:34 — Maintaining Health and Wellness35:32 — Navigating Relationships and Sacrifices38:12 — Actor Aesthetic43:21 — Learning and Growing Through Actor Aesthetic45:37 — The Ever-Changing Industry and Online Presence
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
★ Actors Encouraged Podcast
★ Actor Aesthetic
★ Actor Aesthetic IG @actoraesthetic
★ Maggie’s IG @maggiebera
★ Maggie’s Website
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Gabrielle is now my roommate and you can be sure to let Caleb and Corey know. No, but really, we have spent a LOT of time together recently and we wanted to sit down together and really get into how living with each other has given us brand new perspectives on the industry. We have each gained a better appreciation for truly how different actor’s lives can be. We are going into how we view each other’s individual journeys, our varying audition experiences, and the realization that smaller acting roles can still significantly contribute to an actor's career. That’s right: we are in a market that now values career expansion over leveling up, and if you don’t know what we’re talking about, then listen through all the way to the end and you’ll know exactly what we are probably going to be seeing in 2024 and beyond. Let’s navigate the evolving landscape of the industry together!
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00:00 — Welcome to the One Broke Actress Podcast
00:21 — The Actor's Life: Roommates, Conversations, and Realizations
01:35 — Navigating Actor Life and Business Together
02:54 — The Reality of Auditions and Actor Expectations
07:40 — The Challenges and Insights of Seeking Representation
10:52 — Pivoting in an Actor's Career: From LA to Chicago
15:14 — The Financial Realities of Acting Across Markets
21:09 — Navigating Career Strategies and Setting Boundaries
21:40 — The Realities of Auditioning, Career Highs, and Industry Changes
23:23 — A Deep Dive into a Unique Audition Experience
24:20 — Expanding Career Horizons Beyond Traditional Paths
25:51 — Embracing the Shifts in the Acting Industry
26:37 — The Impact of Social Media and Influencers on Acting Careers
27:41 — How the Industry is Evolving
33:45 — Concluding Thoughts on Career Adaptability and Future Plans
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
★ Listen to One Broke Actress “Working Actor Life: VO Dub, Auditions Post-Strike, the 2024 Pilot Season, and the Actor Rat Race”
★ The Online Actor
★ Gabrielle’s IG @gabriellebyndloss
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In the final episode of the April series on the One Broke Actress podcast, we are focusing on looking back at all of our past goals and what we want to change going forward to get us closer to our ideal more. I’m going to introduce an equation to help you set up the next three months of your life, focusing on accomplishing and enjoying what's been done, the current vibe of 2024, and desires from an ideal morning exercise. This is going to involve selecting one area (health, finances, career, mindset, relationships, spirituality) to focus on for improvement. Choose something that actually works for you, that you will work towards, because we need to actually execute plans rather than merely discuss them. Put your plan into action!! And trust me, I know it’s hard. We get really honest about what I’ve been struggling with and want to change for the future: improving my mindset. I’m revealing vulnerabilities about trusting in my career and my struggles with self-doubt. But we are also going to take those feelings and outline specific goals to support my mindset, including limiting my daily tasks, spending time alone daily, and ensuring all other goals support my main focus. Hold me to it, and I’ll hold you to yours! What goal are you focusing on for the next three months of 2024?
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00:00 — Introduction to the Final Episode of the April Series
00:19 — Recap and Context of the April Series
01:10 — Setting Goals and Making Plans
02:10 — Choosing a Focus Area: A Deep Dive
03:51 — Sam's Personal Equation for Success
06:49 — Implementing Mindset Goals: A Practical Approach
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14:38 — Supporting Goals in Other Life Areas: Health
15:34 — Supporting Goals in Other Life Areas: Relationships
16:23 — Supporting Goals in Other Life Areas: Finances
17:00 — Supporting Goals in Other Life Areas: Career
18:54 — Your Turn!
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
★ Listen to Part 1: How to Readjust Your Acting Career
★ Listen to Part 2: Reflecting and Resetting Goals
★ Listen to Part 3: How to Plan Your Perfect Morning
★ Beth Stein Agency
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We are onto Part 3 of our April series on resetting and evaluating our goals. This week, I invite you to do something: figure out what your perfect morning looks like. In your dream life, what do your days start with? I’m going to challenge you audience to outline your ideal morning because, trust me, this exercise will help us all tie our current efforts to our broader goals. We need to see our current achievements while we aim for our future goals, and allow ourselves a bit of a daydream because, seriously, we can make it all come true. This introspective episode is designed to help inspire you to clearly envision your wildest hopes and understand the steps you can take toward achieving them. We got this!
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00:00 — Reflecting on Parts 1 & 2
01:08 — The Perfect Morning Exercise: Goal Setting & Mindset Alignment
04:20 — Sharing a Personal Perfect Morning
08:52 — AD: Use APRIL50 for What to do When You’re Not Working: https://onebrokeactress.thrivecart.com/what-to-do-when-youre-not-working/
11:12 — Looking Ahead: Manifesting my Future
13:10 — Reflections and Encouragement for Goal Setting
14:56 — Getting Real
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
★ Listen to Part 1: How to Readjust Your Acting Career
★ Listen to Part 2: Reflecting and Resetting Goals
★ What to do When You’re Not Working
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Building off of our work in Week 1, we are going to do a Quarter 2 reset of our goals. What did you do in the first three months of the year that you wish you could do different in the next three months? I’ll be asking some questions to get your minds going, and help you analyze where you’ve directed your time and mental energy so far and how to change what’s not working from you. And, to top it all off, I’m sharing my own personal reflections on balancing my acting career with other responsibilities. Honestly? I’m not where I thought I would be. So let’s talk about it. In fact, let’s talk about it together! What do you want to change for your next three months in 2024?
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00:00 — Welcome to One Broke Actress Podcast
00:36 — April's Reflective Reset: Questions You Need to Answer
01:46 — Interactive Q&A: A Deep Dive into Personal Growth
04:28 — Sam's Personal Reflections and Answers
5:50 — AD: Use APRIL50 for What to do When You’re Not Working: https://onebrokeactress.thrivecart.com/what-to-do-when-youre-not-working/
11:58 — Setting Intentions for the Next Quarter
14:26 — Conclusion and Invitation for Engagement
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
★ Listen to Part 1: How to Readjust Your Acting Career
★ #AdsGoUnion
★ Libby App
★ What to do When You’re Not Working
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We are going to do a little mini series for the both of April where we focus on resetting our goals and structuring routines. I’ve noticed and also felt the low morale we all have post-strike here in the entertainment industry, and I want to help us all get through it a little bit easier. I am going to empower you, yes you, to take charge of the areas of your life that you have influence over, not what is out of our control. Each week, I will ask you a weekly question to reflect and work on — each covering different aspects of life including financial, career, health, relationships, and mindset. I’m even going to get vulnerable and share my own reflections. Trust me, it’s so important to look back on your year while it’s happening rather than just when it is over, and make sure we are taking steps to find happiness within ourselves, even if the rest of the industry is full of chaos. Let me know what you think about this series on YouTube or on IG — help me help you help yourself!
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00:00 — Resetting for Quarter 2
02:48 — Creating Goals
06:25 — My Goal Reflection: Financial
07:17 — My Goal Reflection: Career
12:36 — AD: Use APRIL50 for What to do When You’re Not Working: https://onebrokeactress.thrivecart.com/what-to-do-when-youre-not-working/
14:55 — My Goal Reflection: Health
16:27 — My Goal Reflection: Relationships
18:33 — My Goal Reflection: Mindset
19:36 — A Challenge for You
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
★ What to Do When You’re Not Working, use code APRIL50
★ Shappy Pretzels
★ Fast Forward Productions
★ Pod Prep School
★ The Membership
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We are doing an Ask Me Anything!! From where my career is at to what my biggest pet peeve is, I answer all of your questions. We start off with me telling you about my upcoming commercial headshot session, my honest feelings about the slow pace of the industry currently, and why community is so important to staying hopeful during quieter periods. Thanks for all of the wonderful questions, and let me know if you want to do more of these by leaving me more questions in the comments!
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00:00 — Intro & State of Sam
05:17 — “If you weren't an actor, what job do you think you'd be doing?”
06:42 — “What do you do when you start to feel impatient about the pace of things?
09:05 — “Do you have suggestions on day jobs that are flexible, don't cause burnout, and pay well?”
10:54 — ”How do I get started in acting?”
11:33 — “Did you mention you did stunt work? Is it terrifying or like a workout class?”
12:21 — “How is your acting career going?”
13:55 — ”Favorite childhood activity?”
15:18 — “Strange pet peeve.”
16:23 — “Navigating networking versus building friendships, especially in LA.”
17:33 — “Feeling strong versus trying to be skinny.”
18:35 — “Favorite band.”
18:38 — “Favorite book.”
18:55 — “Favorite painter.“
19:18 — “Who inspires you?”
20:40 — ”What is the most underrated thing about LA?”
22:23 — “Where does one find adult gymnastics in LA?”
23:11 — Wrap-Up (Pssttt: leave a review)
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
★ Listen to One Broke Actress “What I am Learning about the Long Game of the Acting Business + My “Teaspoon of Hope” Theory”
★ Wanna Get Started in Acting? Watch My “Back to One” YouTube Playlist
★ Follow Gabrielle Byndloss
★ Follow Beth Stein Agency
★ Follow Erica S. Bream
★ Joining All Movement Workshops (I Did “Fighting for Film”)
★ Listen to the Bonus Podcast “I had a CD give me audition feedback, I re-taped, and she and I reviewed it live with me. Here is what happened…”
★ Listen to the Bonus Podcast “My Bosch Booking- inside and out!”
★ Watch “My Relationship to My Own Body as an Actress | my eating disorder + body dysmorphia recovery journey” on the One Broke Actress YouTube Channel
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Have you ever thought that you’re too old for this business, or that you’re aging out, or that there’s somehow a timeline on your dreams? Well, hate to break it to you, but none of those things are true. Acting is a lifelong art, and I’m bringing on Sean Alexander James (CSI: Vegas, The Morning Show, 9-1-1) who started pursuing this at 29 and never stopped. He takes us back to when he was contemplating his life choices while working at local Applebee's to deciding to explore acting. Sean's story is as inspiring as it is unconventional. Sean delves into topics including how he navigated his career's initial stages, his battle with mental health, and the importance of self-discovery. He shares insights on his approach to auditions and building a strong relationship with agents, and his secret to getting invited back onto the same sets time and time again. So if you’re worried about
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00:00 — Introduction and Guest Introduction: Sean Alexander James
02:00 — Sean's Start in Acting
06:06 — Sean's Journey from Restaurant Job to Acting
12:15 — Sean's Approach to Auditioning and Networking
17:26 — Sean's Mental Health Journey and Its Impact on His Career
24:46 — Finding Self-Validation and Enjoying the Process
25:45 — The Importance of the Journey and Detachment from Results
26:33 — Remembering Your 'Why' and the Reality of Success in the Industry
27:16 — The Power of Persistence and Self-Work
28:14 — Turning a Costar into a Recurring Role
29:33 — The Power of Kindness and Respect on Set
30:48 — Being Prepared & Having Fun
36:00 — Non-Verbal Acting and Nuance
38:42 — The Story of Getting an Agent and Maintaining Good Communication
44:33 — Current Projects and Final Thoughts
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
★ Sean James IMDb
★ Sean James IG @theseanburger
★ Brittany Stone: The Stone Talent Agency
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Gabrielle Byndloss is back to discuss the changing face of the acting industry with me as we look at life post-strike in 2024. We talk about the new auditions we’ve been seeing in the commercial realm that are focused on social media ads, the deal with commercials and streaming, and how the industry is reshaping itself. Pilot season is changing before our very eyes and no one knows exactly what is going to come to replace it. We even go into how we define success an acting, arguing that it can look quite different than what many might think. After all, as working actors, we are constantly trying to get to the next thing, to reach that number one spot on the call sheet…but what would happen if we reconnected with our why and looked around at the life we’ve built and all of the chances that we do get to act? It might be worth a try.
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00:00 Introduction and Podcast Challenges
00:53 The Reality of Working Actor Life
01:23 The Excitement and Anxiety of Auditions
02:03 The Struggle of Maintaining Enthusiasm
02:32 The Impact of COVID on Actor Life & The Difficulty of Breaking Cycles
04:00 The Changing Landscape of TV Pilots
12:58 The Shift to Streaming and Social Media Ads
17:51 Reevaluating Success in Acting
22:39 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
★ Gabrielle’s IG
★ Variety Article “**Network TV Pilot Season Is Mostly Dead — but Stubbornly Hasn’t Gone Away Completely”**
★ Listen to TV’s Top Five Podcast
★ Listen to TV’s Top Five “Streaming and Ads” Episode
★ Kevin Rudolf’s “I Made It”
★ The Membership
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