One Broke Actress Podcast
483 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 143 ratingsFinancially, mentally, physically or otherwise...most actors are at least a little broke. Host/actress Sam Valentine brings you advice, tips, and real stories (of success AND failure) from people in and around the acting industry right now. So you feel a little more “whole” and a little less alone in Hollywood. From auditions and the day-to-day life of working actors to getting agents/managers, we cover it all.
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216. Embracing Change: How to Transform the Rest of Your 2024 (Part 4)
April 25, 2024 10:00 - 20 minutesIn 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, ...
215. Dreaming Big: How to Plan Your Perfect Morning (Part 3)
April 18, 2024 10:00 - 16 minutesWe 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 be...
214. Reflecting and Resetting Goals: Where Do You Put Your Energy? (Part 2)
April 12, 2024 02:28 - 15 minutesBuilding 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 responsi...
213. How to Readjust Your Acting Career (Part 1): Reflecting on Goals & Celebrating Victories
April 04, 2024 10:00 - 23 minutesWe 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 —...
212. ASK ME ANYTHING | Patience, Day Jobs, Pet Peeves, My Inspiration, How I Feel About My Acting Career & More
March 14, 2024 10:00 - 24 minutesWe 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! Watch the F...
211. It’s Never Too Late to Start: Sean Alexander James on Acting, Mental Health & The Will to Succeed
March 07, 2024 11:00 - 46 minutesHave 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 st...
210. Working Actor Life: VO Dub, Auditions Post-Strike, the 2024 Pilot Season, and the Actor Rat Race
February 29, 2024 11:00 - 23 minutesGabrielle 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 ca...
209. Brass Taxes CEO Rus Garofalo on Everything Actors Should Know About Taxes
February 22, 2024 11:00 - 54 minutesWe are bringing back Rus Garofalo of Brass Taxes (where I personally do my taxes). He was a hit last year, and he’s back with even more tips to help us all make this terrifying time just a little bit less scary. When it comes to taxes for creative professionals, there are so many nuisances that others don’t have to deal with because it is such a volatile industry. We go into what the difficulties that come from the tax system not being designed for those in the gig economy, and answer commonl...
208. What are strike captains up to… Brendan A. Bradley, Brittney Baxter, and Iris Liu on life post-strike
February 15, 2024 11:00 - 59 minutesIn this riveting reflecting on the SAG-AFTRA Strike, Paramount Strike Captains Brittney Baxter, Iris Liu, and Brendan A. Bradley share their firsthand experiences from the picket lines. They discuss their motivations for joining the strike, their unique perspectives on union participation, the challenges they faced, and the transformation they underwent through the experience. Iris spills about how the strike was not just a professional task but a personal journey towards gaining control over...
207. Headshots According to LA Photographer Leah Huebner
February 08, 2024 11:00 - 38 minutesIn our final installment of the Headshot miniseries, I’m welcoming back someone who I have shot with several times over the last decade: Leah Huebner. If you’ve looked through IMDb or iSpotTV, you’ve seen a Huener Headshot. Leah, a former actress turned professional portraitist, offers her unique perspective on the art and business of actor headshots. She goes into her process for selecting appropriate headshot clothes, setting the right mood, and choosing backdrops based on the genre or the ...
206. Headshots According to Atlanta Photographer Chase Anderson
February 01, 2024 11:00 - 28 minutesWe’re back with another installment in our headshot photographer miniseries with Atlanta based photographer Chase Anderson. Recommended by our resident Atlanta Queen Gabrielle Byndloss, Chase is a renowned photographer who has used his acting experience to enhance his clients session and get shots that work. In this episode we get into Chase's journey from working as a server to being a notable photographer, why being an actor influences his work as a headshot photographer, and his unique app...
205. Headshots According to LA Photographer Joanna DeGeneres
January 25, 2024 11:00 - 47 minutesHeadshots. Every actor needs them. We are constantly wanting to improve each time we take them. And the stress never ends. So, what do we do to approach headshots to successful as possible? I’m going to some of the best in the game to see what they have to say. First up, Joanna DeGeneres. She gives us a detailed guide to mastering actors' headshots. I unearthed some of the common struggles actors face with headshots in preparation for The Headshot Class from Gabrielle and I with The Membershi...
204. Elizabeth Boykewich (Disney Casting Executive & Coach) on All Things Casting
January 18, 2024 11:00 - 1 hourI’m sitting down with an incredible casting director and personal life coach, Elizabeth Boykewich. Elizabeth has an impressive resume, having worked on shows like 'Good Trouble', 'Pretty Little Liars', and 'The Bold Type'. She provides an in-depth look at the casting process, explaining her role as an executive casting director and how she selects people not just for their acting skills but also for their off-screen attributes. She discusses looking at actors holistically, her career transiti...
203. Working Actor Life: An Actor’s Holiday, Social Media, Manifestation, Goals, and Headshots
January 11, 2024 11:00 - 37 minutesHappy New Year!! Gabrielle and I are right back into the swing of things and dive into a candid conversation about the ups and downs of being both actors and entrepreneurs. I just moved, and so it truly feels like such a fresh start. With each fresh start though, it’s so important to set goals and stay on target so we touch on why goals are so tough, the challenges of navigating the acting industry, and why we all need to approach our headshots with a strategic focus. Gabrielle shares her met...
202. This is Not “Your Year”…
January 04, 2024 11:00 - 30 minutes▶▶ This is a Replay Episode that I think is still super useful. Happy Holidays, everyone! This was going to be a podcast episode just for the Patreon, but I thought that this topic was something that we could all use to set up our 2023 rather than feeling like it has to be "our year" in a career that will take a lifetime. To me, setting ourselves up for a successful year means making SMART goals. Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Timely quarterly goals for ourselves that are fu...
201. How to Rest & Relax in Actor Hustle Culture
December 21, 2023 11:00 - 28 minutes▶▶ This is a Replay Episode that I think is still super useful. Happy Holidays, everyone! I wanted to make a podcast and YouTube video all about what actors actually do over the holidays. I know we always want to be doing something for our careers and using every minute of our time towards the next thing, but rest is a crucial part of being a creative person. But most of the productions around Los Angeles and the country shut down for these last few weeks as casting directors, agents, manage...
200. Jealousy & Comparison
December 14, 2023 11:00 - 18 minutes▶▶ This is a Replay Episode that I think is still super useful. Happy Holidays, everyone! I tackle a common challenge faced by actors: comparison and jealousy. With years of experience and personal growth, I touch on how to navigate these emotions when they come up for us, especially because they can really intense during the holidays. Drawing from years of therapy and self-help books, I offer practical strategies that have helped me develop a healthy mindset. Whether you're a seasoned actor ...
200. HOLIDAY BREAK: RePlay: Jealousy & Comparison
December 14, 2023 11:00 - 18 minutes▶▶ This is a Replay Episode that I think is still super useful. Happy Holidays, everyone! I tackle a common challenge faced by actors: comparison and jealousy. With years of experience and personal growth, I touch on how to navigate these emotions when they come up for us, especially because they can really intense during the holidays. Drawing from years of therapy and self-help books, I offer practical strategies that have helped me develop a healthy mindset. Whether you're a seasoned actor ...
199. Working Actor Life: 3 Things We Did Well & Poorly in 2023
December 07, 2023 11:00 - 45 minutesIn this episode, I sit down with the fabulous Gabrielle Byndloss to reflect on the past year and discuss our wins and losses, or what we did well and what we did poorly. I’ve been doing this ever since my friend Ashli Pollard shared it with me, and I’ve found it to be a great reflection on my year. We dive into topics like taking control of our mornings, prioritizing mental health, and stepping into our power as actors. We share personal stories and insights, speaking about online hate, feeli...
198. Casting Directors Erica S. Bream & Cara Chute Rosenbaum on Script Analysis: The Key to Booking the Room
November 30, 2023 11:00 - 1 hourIn this episode, Erica S. Bream (Altered Carbon, Star Trek Into Darkness, Echoes) and Cara Chute Rosenbaum (American Crime Story, The Mindy Project, The League) discuss the ups and downs of being actors in the industry. They held a Script Analysis Workshop with The Membership that was so good that I immediately enrolled in their Script Analysis Course. They are sharing knowledge I wish I would have known years ago, and I’m bringing that to you all in this episode. They share their experiences...
197. How We Got Here: The Tentative Contract Step-by-Step with SAG Negotiating Committee Members (and fellow actors) Charlie Bodin & Kevin E. West
November 22, 2023 11:00 - 55 minutesThe strike is over and the tentative agreement is here for us to vote on by December 5th. To give you all the most information I can during this voting period, I wanted to bring you tow special guests: Charlie Bodin and Kevin E. West, members of the SAG Negotiating Committee. You may know Charlie from Halt and Catch Fire (2014), Good Trouble (2019) and Hindsight (2015), while Kevin can be seen on The Righteous Gemstones, Hawaii 5-0, Criminal Minds, Bones, Castle, CSI: Miami, Justified, Levera...
196. Working Actor Life: Allergies, Working from Home, and Side Hustles
November 16, 2023 11:00 - 33 minutesGabrielle Byndloss is back for more candid conversations about our Working Actor Life. We dive deep into one of our most asked questions: how the heck did we get started on our side jobs? We get honest about the pros and cons about working from home (including having to work when you are deathly ill from severe allergies), reflecting on what brings you the most joy, and why you need to let go of the pressure to monetize everything you love to do. From discussing the importance of understandin...
195. Systems and Software I use in My Daily Life & Business
November 09, 2023 11:00 - 30 minutesI’m peeling back the curtain on exactly how I manage to run my acting career, One Broke Actress, being the CEO of Fast Forward Productions, and Co-CEO of The Membership. Be aware, you guys, I throw a LOT of stuff at you and I want to simply introduce what has helped me in my own life so if something interests you, you can start to implement it in yours. I dive into the tools and strategies that keep me organized and efficient. From scheduling platforms like Google Calendar and Reclaim to the ...
MINI EP: I can’t do all the things
November 02, 2023 10:00 - 5 minutesOkay, I just got off the picket lines and had a crazy day filled with meetings and an audition and… I have a confession to make - I’m doing too much. But this is part of the gig, you guys, and the reality of being a multi-hyphenate is that there’s a lot of give and take. This week, I’ve gotta give on the pod. So grab a cup of coffee, sit back, and let's just get through the day together. Resources Mentioned in This Episode: ★ Listen to One Broke Actress “Lost in The Next Steps of Your Actor ...
194. Lost in The Next Steps of Your Actor Life? Here is What to Do First.
October 26, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutesIn this episode, I dive into the overwhelm of planning your next steps in your acting career. We all know how easy it is to get lost in the sea of overwhelm — floating in the oasis of “should I do this?” or “should I do that?” without knowing exactly which steps to take. I’m here to guide you through my process so that we can all feel a little less lost in our acting careers. I get into why it’s so important to put all your thoughts and ideas down on paper, and then take the time to "take out...
193. Working Actor Life: Commercial Callbacks, Rejection, and the Lack Mentality
October 19, 2023 10:00 - 29 minutesHey there, welcome back to the Working Actor life with Gabrielle Byndloss. We had an amazing conversation where we delved into various topics related to the acting industry. Gabrielle opened up about staying focused and prioritizing what's important in our careers while finding excitement in the process. The ebb and flow of the actor life is REAL. The intense swing between highs and lows is REAL. And you know what else? It's hard as heck to get through alone. So Gabrielle and I walk you throu...
192. From Groundlings Sunday Company to SMOSH: Improv Pro Amanda Lehan-Canto's Comedy Career
October 12, 2023 10:00 - 1 hourI am beyond thrilled to share with you my incredible interview with the talented and insightful Amanda Lehan-Canto. Get ready for a deep dive into the world of comedy, the pursuit of dreams, and the importance of self-care. In this episode, Amanda takes us on a journey through her experiences in the entertainment industry, starting from her time in the prestigious Sunday Company at Groundlings. She shares the intense and rewarding moments of performing, the sacrifices made, and the unwavering...
191. Adam Shapiro on Building a Business while Becoming a Successful Actor
October 05, 2023 10:00 - 1 hourAdam Shapiro (Never Have I Ever, Steve Jobs, Central Park, The Continental, and so much more) is a force to be reckoned with. Not only has he been building up a solid list of on screen credits, but he has launched his own pretzel company during the pandemic. In fact, he's been on the picket lines since the very beginning handing out those pretzels for free. Today I was able to sit down with him and really get into the nitty gritty of what it's like to build a business while also pursuing an a...
190. RePlay: Rebel Filmmaker Community Podcast "Sam Valentine on Staying True to Yourself in Hollywood"
September 28, 2023 10:00 - 44 minutesThis is a replay of an episode I did on the Rebel Filmmaking Community Podcast. Sean Crampton and I sit down and have a candid conversation about my journey as an actress and entrepreneur. I share how I found my way to acting, what it took for a small Midwestern girl to finally find a home out on the West Coast, and how filmmaking stole my heart. From my early days in the industry when I was crying on my futon to the present where I've started to find my stride, I open up about staying true t...
189. "Challenge Accepted" YouTube Pro Michelle Khare on Building Your Own World: Content Creation & Actors
September 21, 2023 10:00 - 54 minutesHey there! I'm so excited to share this episode with you where I had the pleasure of chatting with the amazing @MichelleKhare , a YouTube content creator and actress with over 4 million subscribers and a Streamy award under her belt. With Challenge Accepted, we follow Michelle Khare as she attempts our world's most difficult lifestyles and professions. Known as the internet's daredevil, Michelle shared some incredible insights on how to craft effective emails, the importance of understanding ...
188. Working Actor Life: Prioritizing Your Needs as an Actor, Practical Tips for Mental Health, and Self-Care
September 14, 2023 10:00 - 29 minutesGabrielle Byndloss and I are back to talk about the importance of self-care and the struggles of being a working actor. We touch on how to prioritize your own needs, how to create a list of comforts items to bring with you on set, and practical tips for maintaining your mental health while traveling. Gabrielle shares her own experiences with depression and anxiety and offers advice on how to develop a daily self-care routine, even when resources are limited. We also go into the importance of ...
187. "Truly Darkly Creeply" Podcasters Kerry Ipema & Quinlan Pozner on Crafting Content & Conquering Challenges
September 07, 2023 10:00 - 53 minutesIn this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with the hosts of the Truly Darkly Creeply podcast, Kerry and Quinlan. They are podcasters, actors, writers, producers, and wear so many hats that they're essentially quadruple threats. From getting paid to host a podcast on A&E to starting from scratch, we talked about their transition back to their own work after being laid off from their previous job, and how they were able to pivot and continue creating content even as their lives were up in...
186. Day in the Life of an Actor: A.I Perfection vs. An Actual Human Perspective
August 24, 2023 10:00 - 23 minutesI had an entirely different plan for this video but, after one scroll session on TikTok, I am fired up. I saw video after video of day-in-the-life-of-an-actor content, which I love and think we need more of, but each one only showed the highlight reels. The days on set. Working for Netflix. Booking a dream role. I want that stuff to happen for all of us, but the average day to day of an actor usually involves none of that. For us folks who are working actors and not in the top 1% of A-Listers...
185. Actor & TikTok Star Drew Talbert on Advice for Actors on the Internet, Finding Success, and the SAG Influencer Contract
August 17, 2023 10:00 - 57 minutesIn this week's episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Drew Talbert, the creator behind the popular TikTok account @drew_talbert. I met him during a panel at the Groundlings and he has so much to share with you all. We talked about his journey as an actor and how he stumbled upon success with his hilarious characters that live within his restaurant, Bistro Huddy. Inspired by his years working as a waiter, Drew's skits continuously go viral for his hilarious and real portrayal of the hospi...
184. Actor, Writer, and Producer Eddie Alfano on Typecasting, Setting Your Own Bar, and The Art of the Self Tape
August 10, 2023 10:00 - 56 minutesA Long Island native, actor, writer, and (reluctant) producer Eddie Alfano (Barry, Shameless, Good Trouble, Birds of Prey) has a huge body of acting work and has written and produced multiple award-winning short films and web series. We covered a lot of ground in this interview, from the challenges of film acting to how to utilize your perfectionist traits to nail your self tape every. single. time. Eddie looks back on his career when he started acting back in 2008 during the last Writer's St...
183. Working Actor Life: Finding "Motivation", Learning to Sit in Stillness, and What We Are Working on Right Now (with Gabrielle Byndloss)
August 03, 2023 10:00 - 31 minutesLearn More About the SAG-AFTRA Strike Here! *any references made to the SAG-AFTRA Strike are not on behalf of any SAG-AFTRA officials, please use the official site for all up-to-date information* Hey there! In this episode, I am joined by the one and only Gabrielle Byndloss to kick off our new Working Actor Life series! We go into the importance of finding motivation and how it's not always necessary to be motivated to be successful in your acting career. We chat about the dangers of burnout...
182. Intimacy Coordinator Jessica Steinrock on Ensuring Safe and Comfortable Intimate Scenes on Set
July 27, 2023 10:00 - 53 minutesLearn More About the SAG-AFTRA Strike Here! *any references made to the SAG-AFTRA Strike are not on behalf of any SAG-AFTRA officials, please use the official site for all up-to-date information* In this episode, I had the pleasure of talking to the one and only Jessica Steinrock (Never Have I Ever, Yellowjackets, Little Fires Everywhere) about the important role of intimacy coordinators in film and televisionJessica has shared her knowledge about intimacy coordinators on TikTok, IG, and You...
181. WTF does "going all in on your acting career" even mean?
July 20, 2023 10:00 - 24 minutesLearn More About the SAG-AFTRA Strike Here! *any references made to the SAG-AFTRA Strike are not on behalf of any SAG-AFTRA officials, please use the official site for all up-to-date information* I am dismantling the idea of going "all in" on your acting career. When I say that I hate this term, I mean that I hate it. You hear it all the time, especially at the beginning of the year or after the industry picks up again after a hiatus. But what does it actually mean? We have been led to belie...
180. Izzy Stevens on Creating Your Own Work, Pitching Yourself, and Self-Care as a Multi-Hyphenate
July 13, 2023 10:00 - 1 hourLearn More About the SAG-AFTRA Strike Here! *any references made to the SAG-AFTRA Strike are not on behalf of any SAG-AFTRA officials, please use the official site for all up-to-date information* Today I am joined by an incredible filmmaker who I met through Fast Forward Production, my podcast production company, Izzy Stevens from OCCUPATION and PUBERTY BLUES. She is one of the most dynamic women in the film industry today and I just knew that she would have tons of great information to shar...
179. BOSCH Star & "Think Bigger" Acting Coach DaJuan Johnson on Going From Co-Star to Series Regular
July 06, 2023 10:00 - 57 minutesIn this episode, I sit down with actor DaJuan Johnson (BOSCH, Grey's Anatomy) about his experiences in the entertainment industry. DaJuan opens up about the importance of community and building tools to trust oneself in the face of uncertainty. He also discusses the challenges of managing time as a parent, partner, and actor, and emphasizes the value of prioritization and a strong support team. DaJuan also shares his experiences as a Black gay man in the industry, and how he navigated years o...
178. Introducing The Membership with Gabrielle Byndloss: A New Approach to Actor Community & Empowerment
June 15, 2023 10:00 - 29 minutesJoin The Membership while the doors are still open! I am excited to share what my co-CEO, Gabrielle Byndloss, and I have been working on for the past few months: our brand new adventure called "The Membership". Our business supports actors by providing them with the resources they need to advance their careers. The Membership is a more than just a program - it’s a community of like-minded individuals working towards the same goal, offering on-camera coaching calls for personalized feedback, ...
177. Mini Ep: BOSCH Star DaJuan Johnson on The Writer's Strike, Residuals, and The Long Game
June 01, 2023 10:00 - 16 minutesIn this mini-episode, DaJuan Johnson and I discuss the WGA Writer's Strike and the possibility of a SAG-AFTRA strike as SAG heads into negotiations in June. We have a full sit-down talk coming, but we wanted to share this segment early because we believe it could help energize the acting community ahead of the SAG Strike vote. We get really transparent about our paychecks, the importance of actors receiving residuals, and why we believe the strike is necessary to continue doing what we love w...
176. The Mother's Day Round Table with Actresses Linara Washington, Christine Lin, and Wendy Wynne
May 11, 2023 10:00 - 1 hourHappy Mother's Day! To the mothers out there, to those who have chosen not to have children, for those who can't, for those who have lost a mother, for those who may not be close with their mother, for those whose mother is their best friend. Being in this business is hard enough without having to worry about dependents, and families, and schedules, and pregnancy. For all the moms out there that are also actors, they have to juggle a million and one things all at once. Today I wanted to spea...
11.13 - The Mother's Day Round Table with Actresses Linara Washington, Christine Lin, and Wendy Wynne
May 11, 2023 10:00 - 1 hourHappy Mother's Day! To the mothers out there, to those who have chosen not to have children, for those who can't, for those who have lost a mother, for those who may not be close with their mother, for those whose mother is their best friend. Being in this business is hard enough without having to worry about dependents, and families, and schedules, and pregnancy. For all the moms out there that are also actors, they have to juggle a million and one things all at once. Today I wanted to spea...
11.12 - Canadian Agent Emilio Salituro on Working in Canada vs. USA and How to Have a Successful Acting Career
May 04, 2023 10:00 - 1 hourWelcome to One Broke Actress' first international episode! 🇨🇦🇺🇸 I am joined by Emilio Salituro, a talent agent at LUCAS TALENT. With over 30 years of experience and a background as a working actor, Emilio prides himself on being his actors' advocate. He shares with us what he looks for in talent, how to best network with agents, and the key to a longterm successful acting career. He takes us through his journey towards becoming an agent in 2008 — from young theatre student, to director, to p...
175. Canadian Agent Emilio Salituro on Working in Canada vs. USA and How to Have a Successful Acting Career
May 04, 2023 10:00 - 1 hourWelcome to One Broke Actress' first international episode! 🇨🇦🇺🇸 I am joined by Emilio Salituro, a talent agent at LUCAS TALENT. With over 30 years of experience and a background as a working actor, Emilio prides himself on being his actors' advocate. He shares with us what he looks for in talent, how to best network with agents, and the key to a longterm successful acting career. He takes us through his journey towards becoming an agent in 2008 — from young theatre student, to director, to p...
11.11 - My Relationship to My Own Body as an Actress
April 27, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutesTW: Body Dysmorphia + Disordered Eating My relationship to my body has been a lifelong uphill battle. There are so many moments in my life where I have just felt absolutely disconnected to what my body really looks like. After years and years and years of eating disorders and body dysmorphia, I have finally gotten to a place where I am happy with where I am. I fuel my body, I take care of it, and I have learned how to engage in the pursuit of acting without the toxic Hollywood ideal of beco...
174. My Relationship to My Own Body as an Actress
April 27, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutesTW: Body Dysmorphia + Disordered Eating My relationship to my body has been a lifelong uphill battle. There are so many moments in my life where I have just felt absolutely disconnected to what my body really looks like. After years and years and years of eating disorders and body dysmorphia, I have finally gotten to a place where I am happy with where I am. I fuel my body, I take care of it, and I have learned how to engage in the pursuit of acting without the toxic Hollywood ideal of beco...
11.10 - Actor/Writer/Creator Jen Ponton on Fatphobia, Theater vs. Film, and Content Creation for Social Media
April 20, 2023 10:00 - 1 hourJen Ponton is an actor, writer, and creator who seeks to make others laugh while also remaining true to her values as a queer fat activist. You may have seen her work on AMC's Dietland, The Unbreakable Jimmy Schmidt, Orange is the New Black, Love on the Run, or her new highly anticipated recurring role on Three Women opposite Shailene Woodley and Betty Gilpin. Recently, she wrote and produced a TikTok social media horror event called Caretaker. In this episode, I sit down with Jen to talk abo...
173. Actor/Writer/Creator Jen Ponton on Fatphobia, Theater vs. Film, and Content Creation for Social Media
April 20, 2023 10:00 - 1 hourJen Ponton is an actor, writer, and creator who seeks to make others laugh while also remaining true to her values as a queer fat activist. You may have seen her work on AMC's Dietland, The Unbreakable Jimmy Schmidt, Orange is the New Black, Love on the Run, or her new highly anticipated recurring role on Three Women opposite Shailene Woodley and Betty Gilpin. Recently, she wrote and produced a TikTok social media horror event called Caretaker. In this episode, I sit down with Jen to talk abo...