CineDharma

Devon Michaels is an actor, writer, and Director who grew up doing theater in New York at age 12. Devon graduated from Yale University with a degree in Theater Studies and Psychology with a Philosophy concentration. He’s better known for his portrayal of Bill in the award-winning TV show Gilmore Girls. Other TV credits include Frasier, The West Wing, Monk, Grace & Frankie, and NCIS Los Angeles, just to name a few. You can find Devon on Instagram & Twitter @devonmaycare and on his new Podcast “Asked and Answered”. Please enjoy this conversation with Devon Michaels! ** Welcome to CineDharma! Hosted by Paul Guerra (IG @paulguerratv), CineDharma is a space where I can be open, vulnerable, and curious with creative people and get to know who they are. I invite you to join me as we traverse their stories,  get inspired by their struggles, celebrate their setbacks, and ultimately get to learn from their journey in the entertainment industry. If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests -I also love reading reviews! ;) Let's connect on social media: Twitter: @PaulGrra Facebook: Paul Guerra YouTube Channel (video version of this Podcast): TBD TikTok: @paulguerratv Pinterest: @paulguerratv --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cinedharma/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cinedharma/support

Ché Walker is an English playwright, actor, and director. He has notched up over forty professional Television Acting Credits and appeared in ten professional stage plays, before becoming a playwright. His first play “Been So Long” premiered at the world-renowned Royal Court Theatre in 1998, and subsequent translations and productions include New York, Los Angeles, Seoul, Paris, Dortmund, Oslo and Copenhagen. The musical adaptation of Been So Long premiered at London’s Young Vic Theatre, and was nominated for Evening Standard Best Musical, and Evening Standard Best Newcomer. In 2018 Netflix premiered the film adaptation of Been So Long, a film directed by Tinge Krishnan and with Michaela Coel and Arinze Kene in the lead roles. His second stage play “Fleshwound” premiered at the Royal Court in 2003, and won both The George Devine Award for Most Promising Playwright and an Arts Council Writer of The Future Award.   Chè has taught acting at RADA, Central School for Speech and Drama, East 15 and the Stella Adler Academy of Acting and Theatre Los Angeles. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cinedharma/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cinedharma/support

Bruce Katzman is an Actor, Teacher, and Director that has performed in over 100 plays, appearing onstage with such stars as Denzel Washington, Christopher Walken, Martin Sheen to name a few, and playing on Broadway, Off-Broadway, off-off-Broadway, and in regional theaters. He has been cast in a variety of Film and TV appearances like The Mindy Project, Agent Carter, Law & Order, Californication, Blackish, among many others, and has worked with such directors as Ridley Scott, Rob Reiner, and Ava DuVernay. A graduate of the prestigious Yale School of Drama with an MFA in Acting, Bruce has been training actors for over 30 years, teaching at such institutions as Yale School of Drama, Princeton, University of Scranton, The Actors Center of New York, The College of William and Mary, the British-American Drama Academy, the Stella Adler Studio (NYC) and the Stella Adler Academy (Los Angeles). Also, he has conducted workshops on the plays of Chekhov internationally, in Denmark, Buenos Aires, and Oxford, England. Currently, he’s the Director of Secrets of Chekhov, an online platform where he instructs acting masterclasses to professional actors who’d like to further their craft in the fascinating world of the plays of Anton Chekhov. You can find Bruce online, his email is bruce@secretsofchekhov.com, or on his website https://www.secretsofchekhov.com Please enjoy!! ** Welcome to CineDharma! Hosted by Paul Guerra (IG @paulguerratv), CineDharma is a space where I can be open, vulnerable, and curious with creative people and get to know who they are. I invite you to join me as we traverse their stories, get inspired by their struggles, celebrate their setbacks, and ultimately get to learn from their journey in the entertainment industry. If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests -I also love reading reviews! ;) Let's connect on social media: Twitter: @PaulGrra Facebook: Paul Guerra YouTube Channel (video version of this Podcast): TBD TikTok: @paulguerratv Pinterest: @paulguerratv --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cinedharma/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cinedharma/support

Francis Cronin (@glowpunk) is an Irish born and raised standup comedian, actor, writer, producer and ex-Irish army, and UN soldier. Francis has performed standup comedy in French, Spanish, and English across the US and Europe. Performing in front of crowds ranging from 50-5000 people, with a talent list that includes, Bill Burr, Dana Carvey, Jeff Garlin, Preacher Lawson, Jared Sandler & Kev Adams to name but a few. You can catch him on Hulu's LaughsTV or on the new hit Facebook Watch's series 'Starter Pack and on his social media (Instagram and Twitter) @glowpunk. You can find out more info on his website https://franciscronin.com Please enjoy! ** Welcome to CineDharma! Hosted by Paul Guerra (IG @paulguerratv), CineDharma is a space where I can be open, vulnerable, and curious with creative people and get to know who they are. I invite you to join me as we traverse their stories, get inspired by their struggles, celebrate their setbacks, and ultimately get to learn from their journey in the entertainment industry. If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests -I also love reading reviews! ;) Let's connect on social media: Twitter: @PaulGrra Facebook: Paul Guerra YouTube Channel (video version of this Podcast): TBD TikTok: @paulguerratv Pinterest: @paulguerratv --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cinedharma/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cinedharma/support

Kelly O'Malley (IG @kellomalley) is an actor, director, and founder of A Light in Dark Places, an LA-based, non-profit organization that uses performing arts to bring understanding about the topic of suicide, raise awareness of what signs to look for, provide resources to those in need, and offer hope to those struggling with the loss of a loved one, suicidal ideation, and other mental health conditions. You can find them on their website www.alightindarkplaces.org and on Instagram @alightindarkplaces Other Resources: National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 800-273-8255 Crisis Text Line -- Text Hello to 741741 Crisis hotlines for kids and teens YouthLine -- Text teen2teen to 839863, or call 1-877-968-8491 Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline -- 1-800-422-4453 Domestic and sexual violence hotlines National Domestic Violence Hotline -- 1-800-799-7233 National Deaf Domestic Violence Hotline -- 1-855-812-1001 RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) -- 1-800-656-4673 Hotlines for the LGBTQIA+ community The Trevor Project -- 1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678678 Trans Lifeline -- 1-877-565-8860 Drug or alcohol abuse SAMHSA National Helpline – 1-800-662-4357 Please enjoy! ** Welcome to CineDharma! Hosted by Paul Guerra (IG @paulguerratv), CineDharma is an Acting Community to support actors with the material, tips, and advice that can be useful to all of us grinding our way into the entertainment industry. If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests -I also love reading reviews! ;) Let's connect on social media: Twitter: @PaulGrra Facebook: Paul Guerra YouTube Channel (video version of this Podcast): TBD TikTok: @paulguerratv Pinterest: @paulguerratv --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cinedharma/support

Join us today for CineDharma's season 1 finale. Yazz Giraldo is a Colombian TV Host, actress, and dancer better known for her work on The Buzz and for her appearances as a spokesperson for different clients on Univision spots. Yazz talks with Paul Guerra about her beginnings, experiences, and how being a mom can be a difficult challenge to surpass while trying to make it in Hollywood, especially if on top of that you are an immigrant. Follow us on Social Media:

The Academy Awards are TODAY! And in this episode, I talk about the Best Supporting Actress category nominees and their performances. Logic says that Laura Dern has to be the winner since she swept through the entire awards season, but with the Academy Awards you never know. The nominees are: - Laura Dern - Marriage Story - Scarlett Johanson - Jojo Rabbit - Kathy Bates - Richard Jewell - Florence Pugh - Little Women - Margot Robbie - Bombshell Which is your favorite? Follow us on Social Media:

The Academy Awards are tomorrow and in this episode, I talk about the Best Actress category nominees and why I think that Renée Zellweger will win for her performance in Judy. The nominees are: - Renée Zellweger - Judy - Scarlett Johanson - Marriage Story - Cynthia Erivo - Harriet - Saoirse Ronan - Little Women - Charlize Theron - Bombshell Which is your favorite? Follow us on Social Media:

It's Academy Awards week! The #Oscars2020 will be this Sunday and in this episode, I talk about the Best Supporting Actor race as well as give a deep analysis of each performance and a prediction. Follow us on Social Media:

It's Academy Awards week!! The Oscars 2020 will happen this Sunday, February 9th and in this episode, I discuss why I think that Joaquin Phoenix is hands down the actor who will take home the coveted award. Also I give more context on why these performances were nominated. The nominees are for this category are: Joaquin Phoenix - Joker Leonardo DiCaprio - Once Upon a Time in Hollywood Adam Driver - Marriage Story Antonio Banderas - Dolor y Gloria (Pain & Glory) Jonathan Pryce - The Two Popes Who is your favorite? Follow us on Social Media:

Eru Gibson is an actor and singer based in Los Angeles. Check out Eru’s content on her YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/c/EruGibson In this episode, she shares her journey as an actor growing up in Tokyo, moving to New York, training in London to then finally move to Los Angeles to pursue her dreams in the entertainment industry. Follow us on Social Media:

J Curtis Strickland is an actor, veteran and Podcast host. Check his Podcast next to actor/director Owen Conway: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC12OMmf8A3DDS_SJ-4FDC9Q In this episode J speaks with Paul about his journey as a rock band member, a soldier in the Marine Corps, political activist, and monk to finally come to Los Angeles to pursue a career in film and television. Follow us on Social Media:

It's #GoldenGlobes Day and before the champagne starts pouring later in Hollywood, here's a detailed analysis of today's nominees and their chances. Winners' predictions are for entertainment purposes only and are based on my personal opinion combined with industry buzz, critic acclaim, and industry insiders. Tonight is the night that all of Hollywood has been waiting for! The 2020 Golden Globes are finally here. All in all, tonight's award show will no doubt be of much interest as the award season gets underway! Follow us on Social Media:

Hey guys Paul Guerra here, In this episode of the podcast I want to share with you guys my experiences and story about moving to LA to become an actor and TV Host during the last 5+ years. I’m very open about my failures as well as everything that formed me into the person that I am today. My intention with CineDharma is to develop a community of actors and creative people who support and inspire each other while pursuing their dreams, whether it’s on acting or any other field in the entertainment industry. Follow us on Social Media:

Francis Cronin is an Irish comedian and actor aka “Glowpunk”. He recently raised $30.000 for Homeless Health Care Los Angeles, a Non Profit organization that since 1985 has helped more than 200,000 of the most marginalized and impoverished individuals and their families in Los Angeles through medical, behavioral health, and quality of life services. Check out their website and if you’d like to contribute, any donation to them would be highly appreciated: http://www.hhcla.org Paul Guerra also spoke with Francis about his early life and how he decided to pursue a career in the entertainment industry, leaving behind his life in the Irish Army and business owner in Mexico. Also, he shared with us his experiences while attending the Stella Adler Academy of Acting & Theatre in Los Angeles and how that helped him drop his ego and become a more vulnerable human being. Finally, Francis shared some insights about life and how looking for answers within is one of the most underrated actions in our modern times. Follow us on Social Media:

Ernesto Reyes is a Colombian actor better known for American Gods, Days of Our Lives and MIlagros de Navidad. Ernesto grew up in Florida a big part of his life to then take the big step to LA, where he has become one of the most important Latino actors working today. Follow us on Social Media:

Kelly O' Malley is the founder of A Light in Dark Places, a Non-Profit Organization whose purpose is to spread awareness about mental health issues, eliminate the stigma surrounding suicide and bring hope to everyone who's struggling. Check out their website and if you’d like to contribute, any donation to them would be highly appreciated: http://www.alightindarkplaces.org A Light in Dark Places started as an experiment for Kelly 4 years ago, after going under extensive theatre training at the Stella Adler Academy of Acting & Theatre in Los Angeles. In there, she found herself, found some healing, and also joined a community that supported her and made her realize that she had a bigger purpose in life. Creating a community that spreads love, kindness, and sheds light upon topics surrounded by stigmas like mental health awareness and suicide prevention. ALIDP receives now dozens of submissions from playwrights from all over America and this year Kelly started new ways of reaching other communities to spread the word. She created the event "Songs for Hope" in March 2019 where she gathered with other artists in Downtown Los Angeles to sing, enjoy and tell everyone that's OK to NOT be ok and that there's hope even in our darkest times. Follow us on Social Media:

Daniel Machado es un comediante de stand up y actor ecuatoriano que ha cruzado fronteras con su talento y ha hecho reír a muchísima gente en el camino, desde La Creperola de Quito hasta el Comedy Store en Sunset strip en Hollywood, California. También es conocido por sus papeles en los sketch de #EnchufeTV. El Jack nos cuenta sobre sus inicios, los obstáculos que ha tenido que superar en la vida para llegar hoy a ser uno de los comediantes mas importantes del Ecuador y como se ha convertido en una fuente de alegría e inspiración para muchísimos jóvenes quienes reciben su energética presencia en sus shows en colegios y eventos especiales. Follow us on Social Media:

Maria Karla Gomez es una actriz y cantante cubana, más conocida por los sketch de EnchufeTV donde ha demostrado su talento, carisma y belleza, por lo que se ha ganado el cariño del público en el internet. Maria Karla Gomez nos cuenta su historia: Sus inicios, sueños, metas y su increíble historia de vida para salir de Cuba y emigrar al Ecuador. Ahora, luego de años de esfuerzo y trabajo duro, se ha consolidado como una de las actrices más cotizadas de Ecuador y está comenzando una carrera como cantante (miren su cover de Tusa) y aficionada al fitness. Siempre activa en Instagram, la pueden encontrar con fotos y videos cantando, bailando, y mostrando un lado positivo y alegre que hace que sus seguidores le tengan mucho cariño y la sigan a través de sus post e historias. Maria Karla tiene los pies sobre la tierra, llena de humildad y no se ha olvidado de donde viene. Su amada Cuba es un lugar donde ella tiene los más bellos recuerdos de su vida e infancia, así como a su padre, quien es el motor de su vida y la empuja a esforzarse cada día más para hacer sus sueños una realidad. Follow us on Social Media: