how do you break into hollywood? we all know there are no rules in the entertainment industry, so how do people end up in it? we’ll chat with working actors and creatives about their day to day lives, how they stay sane in this business, how they broke into it and continuously stay in it. they have their lives together- or are they just ACTING like they do?
this week on the pod we have the lovely Nicole Mattox :)Nicole is known for breaking grounds in the vertical film industry, starring in breaking the ice, twisted minds, back to me, and many more projects. She's also starred in several feature films including Lady Outlaw, and the upcoming Mendocino. Nicole also has experience behind the camera too, and shares many fun stories and lessons she's learned along the way. If you're a fan of Nicole and her great energy, she offers up several key acting tips and creative wisdom in this pod you don't wanna miss.Nicole's insta: https://www.instagram.com/nicolemattox_/00:00 intro0:40 theme song1:02 BTS Shenanigans 2:50 best piece of advice nicole's ever been given 3:44 where nicole's from and her acting origins 7:38 one thing nicole wishes she knew before she moved to LA for acting10:00 what drives nicole's great work ethic 12:15 worst part of the industry for nicole 14:06 what has surprised nicole about LA16:06 nicole's crazy audition & set stories 18:28 nicole's first steps in LA21:20 the story of nicole's first feature film booking 25:38 nicole's experience with verticals31:31 nicole's experience traveling for verticals 34:04 how does nicole take care of herself 37:27 nicole's career bucket list item 42:14 the significance of breaking the ice in nicole's career 45:57 nicole's life bucket list item 46:48 nicole's one tip for new actors 47:30 fast frisky five 49:01 nicole's closing remarksfollow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanact... tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeana... youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanacto... email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancol... website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: • FREE BEATS NO COPYRIGHT - "Unique" | ... podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://www.instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ%3D%3D
this week we have the wonderful Eric Guilmette :)we talk about his journey from going the traditional college route to then essentially being a digital nomad traveling around the world with a fitness business into somehow ending up in LA as a model and actor. he tells us his worst audition story, how he produced and starred in a series coming out soon called Love and Blood, and the importance of having a business mindset as an actor and how you can have one too.if you're a fan we answer some fun questions and chat about his projects and life.if you're an actor or creative i think you'll get a ton of value about really building a career as a creative and trusting the process.Eric's Insta: https://www.instagram.com/erictaylorguilmette/follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanact... tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeana... youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanacto... email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancol... website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: • FREE BEATS NO COPYRIGHT - "Unique" | ... podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://www.instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ%3D%3D
this week we have the lovely Kirby Ellwood :-)another “vertical” star amassing millions of views on her shows- but prior to and in the midst of this Kirby has worked on tons of features, commercials and modeled for huge brands like wet n wild. she's worked both in front of and behind the camera.we chat all things day jobs for actors, the power of connections in our industry and how you can make ones that last, and how to approach your career as a business and take big risks.Kirby's Insta: https://www.instagram.com/kirby.ellwood/follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanact... tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeana... youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanacto... email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancol... website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: • FREE BEATS NO COPYRIGHT - "Unique" | ... podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://www.instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ%3D%3D
This week we have actor, writer, director, and producer Charles Laughlin, aka, Chas. Chas in known for starring in a childrens comedic television show as well as amassing 1+ million Tiktok followers through his comedic content. Recently, Chas has double downed on creating his own projects, as well as writing his book "The 5 Ways People Become Famous". You're not gonna wanna miss this episode and all of the wisdom Chas has to offer. Chas's Insta: https://www.instagram.com/chaslaughlin?igsh=NXY5bXBiY2l0dTR5 follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanact... tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeana... youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanacto... email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancol... website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: • FREE BEATS NO COPYRIGHT - "Unique" | ... podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://www.instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ%3D%3D
This week, we have the wonderful, bright, talented actress Grace Swanson. Grace was one of the first actors in LA to work on vertical shows, and she's made significant strides in the world of verticals. Her work on verticals has even led to bigger and bolder opportunities for her acting career. If you're an actor interested in verticals, this episode is for you! Grace's Insta: https://www.instagram.com/gracewswanson/ follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanact... tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeana... youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanacto... email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancol... website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: • FREE BEATS NO COPYRIGHT - "Unique" | ... podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://www.instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ%3D%3D
this week we have Fabian Arnold to talk all things social media, mindset, and having a vision for your acting career. Fabian's Insta: https://www.instagram.com/fabianxarnold/ follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanact... tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeana... youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanacto... email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancol... website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: • FREE BEATS NO COPYRIGHT - "Unique" | ... podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://www.instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ%3D%3D
sophia is known for her work on shows like free my heart, how to train an alpha, and my secret CEO. she also voices “Mercuria” for the game Reverse 1999. we chat about how sophia toured with a theatre program, ways covid changed the industry, and how sometimes you need to take a leap of faith in your acting career (IE sophia quit her day job and essentially started working consistently on shows right after. coincidence? i think not) sophia has such a fun personality and i think yall are going to love this episode follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanact... tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeana... youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanacto... email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancol... website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: • FREE BEATS NO COPYRIGHT - "Unique" | ... podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://www.instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ%3D%3D
this quote sums up a beautiful convo i had with @michaelmatteorossi he was beyond generous to give us all the insight on filmmaking. i was tempted to title the episode “film making for dummies” bc i really asked him all the nitty gritty questions we talked about how to actually sit down and write a feature, how to get investors, picking a distributor, and legit so much more! Michael's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelmatteorossi/ follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanact... tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeana... youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanacto... email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancol... website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: • FREE BEATS NO COPYRIGHT - "Unique" | ... podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://www.instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ%3D%3D
after a brief intermission we are back and our guest is Molly Anderson Molly is known for her work on shows such as The Double Life of my Billionaire Heiress, Perfume and Moon, My Heartless Alpha and so many more. She also stars in films such as Mail Lady, Froggy, That Night, and more. We chat super candidly about what it's like first moving out to LA- finances, roommates, random jobs. We talk about representation- if having a bad rep is better than no rep. We talk about the realities of being a female in this industry and Molly gets really vulnerable about how sometimes everything is not what it seems! Molly's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mmactuj/ follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanact... tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeana... youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanacto... email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancol... website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: • FREE BEATS NO COPYRIGHT - "Unique" | ... podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://www.instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ%3D%3D
this week we have actor, writer and business owner Kasey Esser. he is known for his work on series such as “Fated to my Forbidden Alpha,” “Goodbye My CEO,” “Flash Vows” and many more. Kasey was labeled as the genres “breakout star” by the Rolling Stone. we chat about how vertical web series are changing Hollywood, the importance of a business mindset, and how to pave YOUR way in the industry. Kasey's insta: https://www.instagram.com/kaseyesser/?hl=en follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanact... tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeana... youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanacto... email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancol... website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: • FREE BEATS NO COPYRIGHT - "Unique" | ... podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://www.instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ%3D%3D
our first guest @ashleymichellegrant is an actress from arizona who has been taking the industry by storm with her work on the vertical web series. these shows have done everything from had her do an Australian accent, to taking her to China, and to making her imdb star meter so low she's in the ranks with some of your favorite netflix and HBO stars. Ashley is known for her grounded performances and even more grounded personality ;)we chat about how everyone's path in the industry is different and how you can make your own, how Ashley booked her first vertical and how you can too, and how at the end of the day nothing really matters except your soul (oh yes, we went there.) follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanact... tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeana... youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanacto... email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancol... website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: • FREE BEATS NO COPYRIGHT - "Unique" | ... podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://www.instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ%3D%3D
Jean is known for her roles on shows such as Mr William's Madame Is Dying and films such as The Truth Hurts, Did You Mean It, Stall and Superpowers Aren't A Thing we chat her journey from having a ton of jobs to acting full time, things she changed to “get serious” about acting, and how she stays positive in a difficult industry. if you feel stagnant in your acting career, this episode is for you if you want acting to become more of a full time thing for you; this episode is for you if you're a mr williams madame is dying fan, this episode is for you ;). jean's insta: https://www.instagram.com/jeanevanx/?hl=en 00:00 sophie's intro 00:19 jean's intro 00:51 theme song 01:11jean's intro and jean's experience on reelshorts 07:00 breaking gender norms in verticals 12:00 the importance of not turning down shoots 15:10 jean's backstory 21:10 learning to not wait for success to fall into your lap 24:00 sophie's thoughts on LA 30:00 jean's strong sense of self and making internal changes 34:00 the blessing of having a baby face in hollywood 36:57 jean getting her big call 43:45 sophie's dreams and goals 52:10 the journey of an acting career and doing odd jobs 54:45 how A-listers have made it in LA with nothing to their name 55:51 jean's thoughts on classes 59:50 why every actor needs an amc pass 1:01:35 the stress of finances as an actor and keeping a job 1:15:05 what keeps jean going on the hard days 1:19:53 fast frisky five 1:22:19 jean's closing remarks hehe follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1 youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==
06 overachiever struggles 2:06 how cody knew he needed a break 3:17 cody's story 22:52 how cody booked acting work in New England 26:53 why you might not want to move to LA or NYC right away 28:11 building relationships 29:13 managing a crazy schedule and knowing your capacity 33:29 rejection 34:17 AGENTS 37:45 the secret to going far 39:01 discipline 42:05 RELAX BRO 43:40 a schedule that may work for you 46:54 the benefits of rest 48:30 resting is productive 52:30 money. and moving to a big market with it 54:01 closing cody https://www.instagram.com/_cody_curtis?igsh=aXlveDU2Z3pjbWQ1 his pod https://www.instagram.com/artistsandemotionspodcast?igsh=cm80NzdvMHVoZHR4 sophie https://www.instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igsh=aTl1dTdmc3NuZW1x&utm_source=qr
this week we have actress and podcast host faith knapp. she's an actor who can be seen in films such as the thunderman movie, not from around here anymore, murdercycle and in shows such as Mason @mfaithknapp she also hosts the pod not like the movies we talk about finding identity outside of acting, pros and cons of joining SAG, and how faith got signed with a top manager as a new actor. if you're struggling with your identity this episode is for you if you're curious what being a working actor really looks like this episode is for you if you want to know what people in LA are really like this episode is for you if you have breath in your lungs this ep is for you hehe follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1 youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==
this week we have bernard timmons ii bernard is known for his world on films such as seance games metaxu and forensicators we chat the different levels of being an actor, how to deal with the “slow seasons,” and how he almost didn't want to take a role that ended up changing his life if you're curious about the different levels of being an actor this episode is for you if you're struggling with the “slow season” in our business this episode is for you if you're not taking roles because you think they are below you, this episode is for you if you're a horror FIEND this episode is for you hehe follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1 youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==
follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1 youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==
this week we have actress and fitness queen abigail villanueva abigail is known for apollo never have a boyfriend her recent lifetime movie surviving the sleepover abigail moved from KC about a year and a half ago and we talk her transition from corporate girly to actress, how she booked a TV movie without an agent, and the character building short films we all do if you're in corporate but want to act this episode is for you if you love acting and fitness this episode is for you if you want to learn how to boom theatrically w no agent this episode is for you if you want to have a good time this episode is for YOUUUU;) Abigail's insta: https://www.instagram.com/abigailvillanueva/?hl=en 00:00 intro 1:21 theme song 1:42 how sophie and abigail met 6:19 irritating ice breakers 10:39 how abigail began her acting career 13:15 early in your career short film chaos 15:50 abigail's three pieces of advice for an actor moving to LA 18:55 culture shock when moving to LA 21:20 finding an apartment in LA 22:30 experiencing close mindedness in LA 25:27 abigail's experience on a lifetime set 29:45 living your dream as an actor and the audition frustrations 31:39 on set of surviving the sleepover 34:15 being humbled as an actor and spotlight syndrome 37:29 abigail's experience shooting a vertical 40:51 what advice abigail wouldve given herself before moving to LA 43:45 the shuffling community and EDM in LA 45:48 how abigail stays sane in this business 48:55 instagram vs tiktok 50:09 fast frisky five 55:21 abigail's closing sentiments follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1 youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==
this week we have actor, content creator and tech bro Bryan Scott!! @bryanclscott bryan is an actor but he also has a full time job in tech which is a reality for a lot of actors. not everyone can afford to just act in todays society so we discuss how he practically balances both, the benefits of having a career outside of acting, and ways on how to become an actor that don't involve class. if you're an actor who has a “day job” this episode is for you if you're an actor who wants to leave their day job (hang on and listen!) this episode is for you if you're a person who struggles w discipline and time management this episode is for youuuuu if you're a newer actor and need advice on how to work on your craft practically outside of class, this episode is for you bryan's insta: https://www.instagram.com/bryanclscott/ 00:00 bryan's introduction 00:38 theme song 00:58 bryan :) 01:10 irritating ice breakers 4:20 how bryan balances his career and his 9-5 8:18 how bryan started acting 10:30 how bryan self improves as an actor 14:00 how byran builds his career without getting complacent 16:56 how bryan manages his time 21:55 how bryan balances his ticks and staying in character 24:01 what bryan has learned from his 9-5 that help with acting 28:50 how bryan takes care of himself 34:06 bryan's advice to his younger self 35:46 bryan's advice for actors with a 9-5 37:45 fast frisky five 42:33 bryan's closing sentiments follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1 youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==
this week we have one of my fave humans, kyra wisely she's known for her work on tons of artsy films like A Trail of Dead Flowers, The First, and Positive she's also known for being a vertical series QUEEN (she's done 9) on shows such as The Forbidden Alpha, Oops I Married a CEO by Mistake, Dracula's Kiss and More. kyra's story is super cool because after growing up dancing in her late teens she switched to focusing on acting. she moved to LA at 18 and started booking immediately. her booking stats are CRAY which is especially fascinating to me because she's open about how she hasn't had a ton of traditional formal acting training. she has learned a lot on set. we chat balance, learning acting by doing it, leaving your day job and VERTICAL SHOWSS!! if you want to start acting but feel "behind" because you haven't been doing it for ages, this episode is for you. if you're thinking about leaving your "day job" to act full time, this episode is for you if you struggle with balance as a creative, this episode is for you (again YEET) if you want to book one of those vertical shows, this episode is for you (kyra has done NINE) kyra's insta: https://www.instagram.com/kyrawisely/ 00:00:00 intro 00:01:30 kyra's awesome reel 00:03:38 irritating ice breakers 00:05:35 kyra's acting origin story 00:07:50 how kyra moved so young 00:13:40 how kyra built her reel 00:17:00 the importance of submission reports 00:18:30 finding the right agent for you 00:24:05 how kyra learned the importance of assertiveness 00:27:00 self submitting and striving to secure the next gig 00:29:46 the project that resonated with kyra 00:31:29 kyra's experience with reelshorts 00:39:00 changing the way you approach an audition and seeing results 00:45:30 men who are creepy in the casting process 00:51:10 kyra and sophie's experience on set together 00:56:57 what kyra wants people to know about her 01:04:45 fast frisky five 1:07:40 kyra's closing sentiments follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1 youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==
https://www.tiktok.com/@sophiejordancollinss?_t=8ailTSDeG0R&_r=1 https://open.spotify.com/show/5s3snuZbImpYsLR8i7zoMc?si=hBrkFGZQQrWp467_X-OIVA instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sophiejordancollins/ https://sophiejordancollins.com/acting/ 1 Corinthians 16:14 follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1 youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==
This week we have actor Elijah Van Zenten Elijah is known for his work on shows like Become the Idol and Murf the Surf and his work on films such as Tip and Mad Scientists Al Maxima He's also done a ton of modeling work and some fun random shoots love island, love at first lie, and a ton of book covers we chat about how acting just sorta fell into his life, how he balances handling multiple gigs, and the differences of being on set as an actor vs a model if you're struggling to balance the life of a creative this episode is for you if you want advice on how to book gigs this episode is for you if you're an actor who also is intrigued by modeling this episode is for you if you're a human being this episode is for you Elijah's insta: https://www.instagram.com/elijahvanzanten/ 00:00 intro 1:20 elijah's backstory 4:20 the set experience as a model vs an actor 6:58 mike posner set story 8:33 studying at groundlings 09:50 fun gigs and how sophie and elijah met 12:10 elijah's elvis music video 13:50 being humble and taking questionable jobs 15:25 advice elijah wish he had before starting his acting journey 16:40 elijah's "aha" moment that led to bookings 20:50 when elijah realized acting was his thing 23:48 how elijah takes care of himself 26:00 learning to embrace the slow periods as an actor 28:00 benefits of joining acting late 29:10 classes vs private coaching 30:45 cons of over rehearsing your lines 33:30 vertical shorts and the future of our industry 34:40 elijah's experience on Crazy Beach 39:36 fast frisky five 42:25 elijah's closing words of inspiration follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1 youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==
this week we have ATL actress Rae Derosa Rae is known for her work on shows such as Amazon Primes “The Summer I turned Pretty” and Hulu's “Tell Me Lies.” She also stars in films such as Lifetime's “My Professors Guide to Murder” and “California Dreamin'.” She chats with us about how she booked her first guest star, why she tried out both NYC and ATL, and the realities of booking a big show and then transitioning back to life. If you're curious about the ATL market, this episode is for you If you want to know how someone books a guest star on a major role, this episode is for you If you're curious about life after booking a big show, this episode is for you Rae was such a joy to chat with and she has such a lovely mindset regarding this business and how it's hard, beautiful and weird all in one. Rae's insta: https://www.instagram.com/raederosaa/?hl=en00:00 intro1:07 irritating ice breakers3:55 Rae's story5:15 how Rae started booking big projects8:25 Rae's experience on "The Summer I Turned Pretty"13:50 when a role is meant for you 15:05 what the shooting process was like18:53 what changed in Rae that lead her to booking big shows21:10 Rae's first lead role and working with Haylie Duff24:00 acting in a female lead film26:30 Rae's process for approaching a role31:12 Rae's move to nyc34:12 atlanta's acting market 36:30 the bizarre treatment of atlanta actors 38:30 atlanta's tight knit community41:30 thinking outside of the box as an actor43:00 the upside of working in atlanta's market46:12 fast frisky five48:10 Rae's closing words follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1 youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==
this week, we have actor, writer, and director Nick Garabedian I met Nick about a year and a half ago doing a commercial a few months after he graduated and since then he's gone on to do TONS of commercials, films, and you've guessed it those vertical shows ;) we chat about how logistically he transitioned from studying theatre in school to being a working actor, intimacy scenes, and how to start creating your own work. if you're in college for acting or fresh out and need tangible advice for the business, if you're curious about intimacy scenes Orrr if you're waiting to start creating your own projects, this episode is for you Nick's insta: https://www.instagram.com/nick_garabedian/?hl=en 00:00 intro 1:00 what Nick's been up to 4:51 irritatting ice breakers 7:21 going to college to study theater 10:30 mean acting teacher horror stories 15:38 how Nick started booking 20:30 arlo's clubhouse 22:30 Nick's childhood acting stories 25:05 Nick's directing career & what lies in 2024 26:30 troll boy 27:57 the hardest part of the business 30:00 the best part of the business 32:00 the vertical series 36:50 the complexities and challenges of intimacy scenes 41:25 the 48 hour film festival 45:10 how Nick takes care of himself 48:10 fast frisky five 51:55 Nick's closing sentiments follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1 youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==
this week we have actress, model, and entrepreneur Rose Rosenfeld Rose moved from Australia to pursue acting and modeling. She began her career in NYC modeling for brands such as Covergirl and later moved to LA to pursue film. Her TV and theatrical credits include Neighbors, The Last Straw, Numb, and Barry to name a few. Rose has been able to be a working actor and model while also traveling, building a strong social media presence and even launching various business endeavors. She is the perfect example of someone who really paved her own path in this industry and didn't let external voices dictate her career moves. we chat mindset, motivation, and even discuss some darker things that happen in our industry. if you struggling to know "what to do" as an actor if you want to pursue other creative endeavors outside of acting or if you just need an extra kick of motivation while you pursue your creative endeavors this episode is for you. Rose's insta: https://www.instagram.com/rose_rosenfeld/?hl=en follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1 youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==
GUYYYsss this week we talk all things representation with the representation whisperer Brian Patacca helps actors get what they want without all the struggle. He's helped 724 actors all around the world find representation and clients call him "The Representation Whisperer". Through his wildly popular online courses #agentgoals® and Audition Magnet®, Brian teaches actors how to market themselves authentically, use gratitude to open doors, and book the roles they were born to play. His coaching clients include Tony Award-winners, Broadway stars, Network Series Regulars, Filmmakers, Writers, and Stand-Up Comedians. He proves that when they follow their purpose instead of playing by a tired set of industry rules (read: limiting beleifs), they can skip the drama, generate momentum, and build excitement around who they are and what they love to do the most-estttttt if you're struggling to get reps, are not happy with your current reps, or just are feeling overall negative with your mindset around acting this conversation will be so beneficial for ya Brian's program "Make Agents Want You": https://makeagentswantyou.com/mawy-eg-reg23/ Brian's insta: https://www.instagram.com/briansaysthat/?hl=en 00:00 intro 1:20 introduction to Brian 2:20 Brian's process on training actors to land agents 6:50 Sophie's first agent and how to avoid bad representation 11:00 how to know when you may have a bad agent 15:25 overcoming negative mindsets when pursuing an agent 19:20 avoiding unnecessary baggage as an actor 22:10 the importance of keeping a gap when selling yourself 24:40 the steps to landing your first agent 31:10 Brian on showcases 32:20 being an actor vs being an acting career coach 34:50 how to be honest and professional about your career 39:00 how can actors be great clients for acting coaches 42:10 what Brian has learned from his years of coaching actors 44:04 fast frisky five 46:20 Brian's closing words and program info follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1 youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==
this week we have actress, singer, dancer, director, and producer Tori Kay (TK;) she quite literally DOES IT ALL. she has been performing since she was a kid- touring with Kidz Bop and doing commercials, then moving into TV/film work on shows like "Cheerleaders" and "OMG" and films such as Lifetime's "A Daughters Deceit." she also has a full blown music career where she both writes and performs all the time. she's known for her very performative shows that hold a lot of emotion and killer dance moves ;) oh and in addition to all of this she also has a full time job and does her own content creation. we chat about how she balances it all, building a strong mindset and creative comparison. if you are an actor and have a billion other passions- this is for you if you could use a stronger mindset- this is for you if you ever struggle with comparison as a creative- this is for you Tori's insta: https://www.instagram.com/torikayunedited/?hl=en follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1 youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==
this week we have actor and musician Ryan Watson Henderson we talk all things moving to LA, how he started booking gigs right away, and how to balance multiple creative pursuits. if you're thinking of moving to LA, struggling to find peace on your creative journey or want to know secrets to booking one of those tiktok soap operas (ifykyk). this is the episode for you Ryan's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryguywatson/?hl=en follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1 youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==
y'all are gonna love this one! we have actress, singer, and podcast host Molly Franco this week. we chat moving from theatre in NYC to film in LA, the dark side of the industry, and how to approach this career while cultivating your life if you're wanting to explore the film world, advocate for change at all levels of the acting biz and find freedom while pursuing this career- this episode is for you:) Molly is also just a doll and we really went all over the place in the episode yet i know you'll find value in it all. check out her pod “Acting the Part” Molly's insta: https://www.instagram.com/mollybales/?hl=en follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1 youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==
next we have Michael Vaccaro !! Michael chats with us about being a child actor, how he write and starred in his own show, and the changes he has seen in SAG. he was super open about so many things and i know y'all will get a ton of value. if you want to know more about SAG and the new contracts, or about writing and pitching your own show- this is the episode for you.
we have one of my favortie human beings Anna Lise Conroy on the pod this week she went from working production in reality TV to deciding she wanted to act. within months she was able to join SAG and book a co star on Bosch Legacy WITHOUT AN AGENT!!! Anna has quickly had success in her acting career and shares all her secrets with us. Anna is also just genuinely one of those people that is so genuinely kind and magnetic and I know you'll love her energy 1/10 :) stay tuned!! Anna's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annaliseconroy_/ 1:02 intro 1:20 irritating ice breakers 3:20 Anna's story 10:40 trusting your inner voice 16:30 planting seeds for 2024 20:30 the moment Anna realized she needed to act 21:50 universal tour guide audition 28:50 Anna's experience having a manger 32:30 A day in the life of Anna 35:00 the importance of taking breaks and recharging 35:58 how Anna takes care of herself 39:00 fast frisky five 42:50 outro follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1 youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==
are you an actor wanting to start doing voiceover work? not only is it incredibly creative and fulfilling to do voice acting, it can also be extremely financially rewarding. this week we have actor, musician, and voiceover KING Michael Ursu. He's done hundreds of VO spots including playing Toby Cirelli in Silent Hill Ascension and Vincent in "We're Alive: Descendants." He's also done commerical VO for small companies like NERF, TOYOTA, DEL TACO and more. we talk about how much voiceover pays, the best websites to find jobs on, and equipment to get started. if you have any interest in VO, this is the episode for YOU!! Michael's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makumusic/?hl=en follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1 youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==
follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1 youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==
today in our first "mini episode", sophie shares her advice and wisdom on how to approach this year in the healthiest and happiest mind self possible. lets all give ourselves the freedom to allow huge blessings to come into our life in 2024! happy new year actors follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1 youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==
on this week we have actress, writer, and comedian Kaba Hues Kaba began her acting journey as a child in both films and TV and after a break she's back killing it. She's currently a student at Groundlings and is in the sketch troupe "That's Hollywood, Baby!" we talk about her experience in Groundlings, being an introverted performer, and how you can get better at improv TODAY if you want to improve your improv/comedy skills- this is the episode for you Kaba's insta: https://www.instagram.com/kabahues/ 0:30 irritating ice breakers 2:10 Kaba's introduction 4:25 Kaba's experience with groundlings 12:05 Kaba's history with comedy 14:05 how improv and comedy helps other aspects of your life 16:05 how actors can practice improv on their own 18:40 how groundlings has brought Kaba opportunities 23:10 how Kaba takes care of herself in the crazy world of acting 25:50 a day in the life of Kaba 27:10 Kaba's advice for actors 28:00 Kaba's advice to her younger self 29:00 fast frisky five 32:10 outro follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1 youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==
this week we have actor Gabo Olmeda Gabo is known for his television work on shows such as Neon and commercials for companies such as Coca-Cola and Hilton. He is also known for films such as Dying to Win and Inside Man we talk about how a visit to LA turned into a move, the process of booking a role on a Netflix show, and how to trust that the right role always finds you. if you're struggling to trust the process in your acting journey and have a lot of stress and striving surrounding it then this episode is for you :)) 1:06 gabo's introduction 1:22 cube personality test 7:25 irritating ice breakers 8:44 gabo's story and how he fell into acting 9:53 gabo's crazy first agent encounter 11:45 how gabo got into film in puerto rico's market 12:35 gabo's first audition 13:30 how gabo came to LA 14:30 gabo's first living situation in LA 16:00 how gabo found an acting connection through a dating app 18:00 how gabo landed his first role in LA 19:20 booking your first feature films 20:10 landing your first apartment in LA 21:40 making progress and success snowballing 22:32 dealing with a crazy agent 23:50 when gabo was in need of private acting coaching 26:06 how gabo got around LA without a car 28:10 how gabo made it his first years without an agent 28:40 the importance of self submission 30:00 utah's surprising film scene 32:50 gabo's "veteran" role 33:45 how gabo used real life emotion to book roles 35:40 hollywood's tactic of making actors exhausted 37:10 gabo's netflix movie he booked 38:30 when gabo got lines after only being background 39:50 gabo's Hilton commercial 42:05 picking between two opportunities 48:00 whatever role is meant for you will eventually find you 49:00 having a glass half full and abundance mindset 50:55 gabo's advice for his younger self starting off in LA 53:16 fast frisky five 54:40 gabo's closing advice gabo's insta: https://www.instagram.com/gaboelog/?hl=en follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1 youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==
this week, we have our first EX actor ;) kaylin moved to LA at 17 to pursue acting. she has multiple film credits including a role in the A24 film "American Honey". she recently dropped her reps and started focusing her energy more on her entrepreneurial ventures. she is extremely knowledgeable on self development and social media so we dive into that too. we discuss why taking a break from acting can be beneficial, how to transform your life through self development, and how to make money from social media without a following. amongst much more :) if you're wanting to level up in your acting career and life in general- you don't want to miss this. timestamps 0:55 intro 1:06 irritating ice breakers 3:30 kaylin's background 5:30 kaylin's experience on "American Honey" 10:00 kaylin and SAG 11:05 kaylin's process of moving to LA 14:14 kaylin's first months in LA 16:15 how kaylin chose to leave acting 21:00 how sophie found kaylin 22:15 kaylin's advice for people questioning acting 26:30 kaylin's self development journey 30:15 advice for starting a self development journey 33:40 how kaylin balances her life 35:25 kaylin's thoughts on a healthy money mindset 39:30 making money from UGC 42:00 kaylin's loyal fanbase 45:05 kaylin's content creation process 48:05 kaylin's advice to her younger self 49:15 fast frisky five 53:40 kaylin's closing advice kaylin's insta: https://www.instagram.com/kaylin_mally/?hl=en https://instagram.com/nukivanlent?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1 youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==
this week we have Leo Dizon Mendoza who owns a business helping youtubers grow and monetize their channels. he has made over 2 MILLION dollars from youtube. we'll discuss FACELESS Youtube channels for passive income, how to make money from Youtube TODAY, and what makes a channel successful. 1:02 irritating ice breakers 3:30 leo's profession 4:32 leo's story 6:30 dealing with imposter's syndrome 12:54 faceless youtube channels 14:34 how youtubers make their money 19:34 youtube videos as passive income 22:30 making money from ads and CPM 25:10 is youtube the best social platform to make money 27:00 should everybody have a youtube channel 29:00 what makes a successful youtuber 32:20 how long it took leo to build his youtube business 33:30 advice for aspring youtubers who don't know where to start 38:20 leo's story of getting let go from his job 39:40 embracing your own uniqueness 41:50 advice for becoming more self aware 44:40 would leo ever consider acting 46:00 fast frisky five leo's insta: https://instagram.com/leodizonmendoza?igshid=NGVhN2U2NjQ0Yg== https://instagram.com/nukivanlent?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1 youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe podcast produced by Connor McBain https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==
today we are joined by actress and content creator Anuschka Van Lent we chatted moving to America for acting, how to overcome uncontrollable obstacles in your acting journey, and utilizing social media. TIME STAMPS beginning anuschkas story 3:03 moving from germany to LA 4:17 what it's like acting wise in germany 6:58 what it's like pursuing acting as an immigrant 10:02 advice for people wanting to move to LA 11:15 don't beat yourself up if you don't book 13:07 pros of being in LA 14: 15 playing into your type 14:30 mixed feelings minute: doing horror 16:45 be choosy with what roles you accept 18:05 unpaid work 19:20 Natty Knocks 20:35 anuschkas impression 21:33 social media and how anuschka grew so quickly 26:43 anuschkas advice to anyone wanting to start social media 28:45 stepping into her own voice and power 30:06 the opportunities that social media has brought 32:15 a day in the life of Anuschka 37:27 fast frisky anuschka: https://instagram.com/nukivanlent?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1 youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe podcast produced by Connor Mcbain https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==
Arnold was a series regular on Amazon Prime's The Man on The High Castle and can also be seen in films such as Bullet Train and Transformers as well shows such as It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, The Big Bang Theory, How I Met Your Mother and many more. We talk about what it's like being a series regular, coming to acting after another career, and how to balance having a family in this business. Arnold: https://m.imdb.com/name/nm2048669/ https://instagram.com/arnoldhchun?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== stamps: 1:06 arnold's journey from 9-5 corporate america into acting 3:07 how arnold learned the business and how you can to 5:16 not everyone that grows up in LA is in the business 5:57 from behind the camera to in front 6:12 how you can truly learn about the business. 10:03 how arnold got his first agent that he was with 10 years 12:42 you can say no. this is your career 14:57 what it's like being a series regular 18: 52 how filming a pilot works 20:39 managing a family while being an actor 21:33 what it really takes to be a series regular 23:25 how a guest star turned into series regular role 25:05 how TV is always changing 25:52 the living situation filming a show in Vancouver 26:15 visa situation shooting in Canada being a series regular on a guest star contract 31:39 how Arnold approached his characterization as a series regular 32:51 life post series regular 35:15 booking a streaming show and then losing it 38:30 how Arnold booked Bullet Train 39:12 how Arnold stays sane 40:03 a dark time in Arnold's life 44:21 should you have a family as an actor? 47:58 Arnold's crazy advice to himself 48:15 fast frisky 5 follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1 youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe podcast produced by Connor Mcbain https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==
we are joined by singer turned actress tiffany nicole brevard. tiffany can be seen playing pam bryant on winning time, as well as numerous films and commercials. she also has toured with several vocal groups overseas and has even released her own music on platforms such as spotify. we talk about moving from music into acting, what it's like being a stand in on a major show and how to stay true to your morals. TIME STAMPS beginning: irritating ice breakers 3:12 tiffany's story 8:07 moving from music into acting 12:02 going overseas with vocal groups 13:03 being a stand in on a major show for 7 months 17:26 how being a stand in can lead to co star roles 21:35 how tiff stays sane 22:05 how to have angelic energy 24:04 how tiffany got to play Pam Bryant on winning time 25:30 working with children on set 25:45 an amazing project and how tiff booked it 27:10 how to balance fun with this industry lol 28:25 tiffany doesn't submit for everything and here's why. tiffany https://instagram.com/tiffanynicolebrevard?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1 youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe podcast produced by Connor Mcbain https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==
follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1 youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe podcast produced by Connor Mcbain https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==
today we are joined by actress morgan melton. morgan can be seen in films such as charlie says and shows such as speechless and mythic quest. we chat what it was like to be a child actor, how to book your own co star, and how morgan is starting her own freelance business as an actress. morgan's insta https://instagram.com/msmorganmelton?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== TIME STAMPS: beginning: morgan's story 4:01 what it's like being a child actor 5:40 does she regret not going to college and just moving to LA? 8:35 how Morgan booked her first co star 14:40 what classes Morgan recommends 17:05 morgan's new business 20:50 Morgan's “types” 22:40 the importance of other income streams 23:10 LA has the energy to make you money 27:00 do you want to be serving/catering forever as an actor? 29:55 Using your connections 31:30 MIXED FEELINGS MINUTE 33:54 the #1 question in LA 35:00 Morgan's biggest regret 36:44 Morgan's humility 37:35 advice to young morgan 41:30 fast frisky five follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1 youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe podcast produced by Connor Mcbain https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==
today we chat with Lucas Hyde! Lucas is an actor turned director known for his work on shows such as Max's Reasonable Doubt and Freevee's Wild West Chronicles. Lucas also spent theee months working closely with Channing Tatum as his stand-in for “Dog.” beginning: how Lucas fell into acting and why he left LA 4:57 how Lucas started creating his own projects 9:20 how to afford making your own projects 11:36 how Lucas came up with his film “Shid” 18:40 exercise to make your first film 20:10 how Lucas moved from corporate america to acting 24:30 what Lucas learned being a stand in 28:50 one thing leads to another 32:30 the reality of being an actor 35:35 don't wait for the opportunity 36:50 MAKE IT NOW 43:40 benefits of creating 45:35 you have to create to see the reward 47:17 talent is not enough 50:04 it's not about the little things 53:25 divine timing 56:40 how Lucas stays sane 59:30 advice to young Lucas 60:02 why you need to create 62:17 FAST FRISKY FIVE we chat about transitioning to acting from a “regular job,” benefits of leaving LA, and how to find fulfillment in your acting career right where you are. Lucas https://instagram.com/i_am_hyde_?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== His Youtube (Shid and more) https://www.youtube.com/@mrlucashyde?si=hExFwxMRQaMotKTz follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1 youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollinsigshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe podcast produced by Connor Mcbain https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==
Liz is an actress, stand up comedian, and tiktok star. we talk about how to start doing stand up, using tiktok as an actor, and how to stop caring what others think. Liz instagram https://instagram.com/liz.mina?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== TIME STAMPS beginning- liz story 6:30 how to start doing stand up 9:30 downsides of stand up 13:06 how stand up helps acting 14:27 does being a comedian hold her back for dramatic roles? 16:24 Liz's day job 19:06 how Liz wrote and produced a film 23:35 how Liz has been able to grow on TikTok 25:20 Liz's advice for actors on how to grow on social media 30:39 mixed feelings minute: HAVING SOCIAL MEDIA AS AN ACTOR 35:03 the reality of our business and how having a following matters 36:59 how Liz takes care of herself 38:13 advice to young Liz 39:52 fast frisky 5. follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1 youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollinsigshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe podcast produced by Connor Mcbain https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==
today we chat with actor turned director Ian S Peterson. you can catch ian in film such as the secret society of lies, yellows foghorn, the principal, murder camp. you can see him on television on platforms such as adult swim. he also works a ton commercially most recently doing a campaign with pepsi and Xbox. we talk about how one thing to leads to another in this business, how he started directing, and his advice on how to start making projects as an actor. TIME STAMPS: TIME STAMPs beginning: ian's story 6:30 how to start booking “crew” jobs 10:15 does doing behind the camera work pigeon hole you? 12:40 what Ian looks for when casting actors 14:45 your job is to audition 18:20 how to make a quality reel when you don't have a lot of past work 23:30 freaky movie fact 24:45 should you watch yourself as an actor?;) 27:40 how to set yourself apart as an actor 32:06 MIXED FEELINGS MINUTE: self submission 36:50 why you don't book 38:30 Ian's crazy schedule- his day in the life 41:15 the importance of auditioning early 42:40 SO WHAT HAVE YOU BEEN IN 48:44 how Ian stays sane 51:27 FAST FRISKY 5 ian: https://instagram.com/ian.s.peterson?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1 youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe podcast produced by Connor Mcbain https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==
today we chat with actress, writer, and producer christine michelle lane. she can be seen on shows such as Hulu's Hightown and Apple TV's the Six. we talk about her experience booking atv show while in college, ways to make money as an actor, and how to stay positive about where you're at in your career while still knowing you have a lot further to go. beginning- christine's roots ;) 6:45 booking a show in college 13:25 how to be ready when the opportunity comes 14:10 moving to LA and finding side jobs 25:10 how to know what jobs to take 26:28 MIXED FEELINGS MINUTE: NONUNION WORK DURING STRIKE 30:15 how one thing leads to another 30:50 the benefits of background work as a beginner actor 36:00 how to keep going as an actor when it gets hard 38:15 how to really “make it happen” 41:30 how christine stays sane in this business 45:30 how to call off and not get fired 47:55 you can take a break. 51:25 how to make friends in a big city 53:52 advice to young christine 55:04 FAST FRISKY 5 christine's insta https://instagram.com/xtine_lane?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1 youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe podcast produced by Connor Mcbain https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==
follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1 youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w email: actinglikeanactorpodcast@gmail.com sophie's instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== website: sophiejordancollins.com the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe Attachments areaPreview YouTube video FREE BEATS NO COPYRIGHT - "Unique" | Free Type Beat 2022 | Trap Beat Instrumental | Prod EraFREE BEATS NO COPYRIGHT - "Unique" | Free Type Beat 2022 | Trap Beat Instrumental | Prod EraReplyForward
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