Actors Inspiration With Amber Wegner
374 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsActors Inspiration is a short podcast designed to motivate your day, inspire new thoughts, and hopefully encourage taking action in the next steps in creating, cultivating and maintaining your ever evolving acting career.
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Embrace The Ups And Downs
March 17, 2023 15:21 - 10 minutes - 5.12 MBHappy Friday!! Y’all, we are in the Wild West when it comes to casting. Be ready at a moments notice for your next opportunity! Today I also share an inspiring article about this years Oscar winners as well as make some suggestions for great shows to watch over the weekend. Enjoy!
Color Outside Of The Lines
March 12, 2023 16:57 - 11 minutes - 5.59 MBHappy Oscar Sunday! Today I share advice from a casting director to be creative with your auditions and color outside of the lines. I also remind you that whatever perspective you look at life through, you’re right. The question is, do you want it to be positive or negative? The choice is always yours.
Overnight Casting
March 08, 2023 16:04 - 14 minutes - 6.96 MBIn today’s episode I share how some shows are literally casting guest stars the night before shooting! I also discuss the importance of always dressing the part and I close with a recommendation for a great new podcast called, Hollywood Gold. Enjoy!!!
Acceptance
March 03, 2023 17:08 - 15 minutes - 7.21 MBHappy Friday!! Today’s episode might be the most important solo episode I’ve recorded so far. I share a perfect example of the importance of Tribe. I also talk about the ups and downs of the industry as well as the importance of listening to your gut and following the signs. I close with, what is to me, the most impactful reading on acceptance that I’ve ever read. Enjoy!!!
Look For The Signs
March 02, 2023 19:46 - 5 minutes - 2.9 MBHappy Thursday!! Today’s episode is short and sweet and it comes to you from my car parked at Disney Studios! I invite you to find the gifts in the situations that don’t always work out the way you planned. I also invite you to approach today and everyday and everyone you meet from a place of love. Enjoy!!! ❤️❤️❤️
Interview With Ruben Dario
February 27, 2023 21:48 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBToday I had the absolute pleasure of speaking my colleague and friend, Ruben Dario. Ruben has recently worked on amazing shows like, Euphoria, AP Bio, Grey’s Anatomy, American Housewife and will be seen on the upcoming Paramount Plus show, Fatal Attraction. Ruben shares how he was “Baptized” into this industry and also the importance of having steady work outside of acting to support your craft. He also took the time to answer several listeners questions. Enjoy!!!
Winds of Change
February 22, 2023 18:56 - 9 minutes - 4.41 MBHappy Windy Wednesday! Today I talk about the ever changing production schedules and how to make peace with all of the uncertainty. I also rescue my cat while recording, lol… and I close with two inspiring thoughts on trusting your journey and the power of kindness. Enjoy!!!
Follow Your Path
February 17, 2023 16:38 - 14 minutes - 7.09 MBHappy Friday!!! In todays episode I give a few tips on keeping yourself busy while on set and I also talk about the joy in unplugging from your phone from time to time. I close with an invitation to stop comparing yourself to others and creating the best version of yourself today. Enjoy!!!
Moxie
February 12, 2023 16:47 - 17 minutes - 8.45 MBHappy Sunday! Today I talk about the beautiful surrender when taking new headshots, the freedom in decluttering our lives, and last, but certainly not least, what it means to have Moxie!!! Enjoy!!!
Interview With Raquel Woodruff
February 09, 2023 19:47 - 46 minutes - 43.4 MBToday I had the pleasure of interviewing “The Commercial Queen” my friend and colleague, Raquel Woodruff! Raquel currently has FIVE commercial campaigns running! She is the spokesperson for both DriveTime and Bones Coffee. In addition, she has national spots running for Safelite, Realtor.com and the soon to be released campaign for Strava. Raquel is a graduate of NYU and an incredible actor on the rise. Enjoy our candid and honest conversation about the ups and downs of the business, the impo...
Build Your Seat
February 06, 2023 16:41 - 13 minutes - 6.34 MBHappy Monday!! Today I talk about spicing up our friendships, creating headshots specific for the shows and commercials you’re targeting, and I close with a few inspiring quotes to hopefully get you excited about your week ahead! Enjoy!!!
Wolfpack
February 01, 2023 19:59 - 5 minutes - 2.64 MBToday’s short but sweet episode is inspired by the amazing words in Abby Wambach’s New York Times Best Selling book, Wolfpack. No more dimming our lights… it’s time to shine!!!
The Power of Pause-itivity
January 28, 2023 18:27 - 9 minutes - 8.32 MBToday I talk about the power of the pause! We all have dreams, desires, and aspirations. Sometimes they can feel exciting and motivating and sometimes they can feel daunting and out of reach. It’s there that I encourage the pause. It’s ok to reset, regroup, and recharge your battery. We can’t give water from an empty well. Be kind to yourself today and enjoy the Pause-itivity!!!
Interview With Anzu Lawson
January 23, 2023 18:26 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBAnzu Lawson is an Asian-American Singer-Actress/ Stand Up Comic/ Playwright-Screenwriter who got her start opposite Viggo Mortensen in an indie film called American Yakuza for HBO. She's since guest starred on numerous TV shows playing many ethnically diverse characters. Most recently reprising her role as Mariko on Season 10 of NBC's The Blacklist (airing 2/28/23), recurring as Ashley Kim on Chicago Med, & Netflix's Manifest; Season 4 (TBD). After decades of frustration with the lack of lead...
Interview With Ariane Andrew
January 15, 2023 19:24 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBI’m so excited to bring you the first interview of 2023!!! Ariane was born in Northridge, California on November 3rd, 1987 (Scorpio). Before making her way into the WWE, Ariane graduated from California State University Of Northridge. She has degrees in both Business Marketing and Psychology. You can call Ariane a " Queen Of all Trades", because for as much work as she put in the ring (WWE Superstar Alumni) and on TV (Total Divas on E! Alumni) she puts just as much work into giving back to t...
Golden Globes Highlights
January 12, 2023 16:37 - 11 minutes - 5.42 MBToday I’m sharing some of my favorite acceptance speeches from Tuesday nights Golden Globes Ceremony. I’m always inspired by artists who have been in the business for so long and finally get their opportunity to shine! Bravo!!!
Managing Expectations
January 05, 2023 17:00 - 12 minutes - 5.8 MBIn today’s episode I invite you to attend an amazing networking event with WeAudition. I also talk about managing expectations as well as the idea of quitting. Enjoy!!!
Happy 2023!!!
January 01, 2023 19:07 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBWelcome back to Season 4 of Actors Inspiration!!! Oh how I’ve missed you! Today’s episode is packed with creative ideas on ways to set attainable goals for this year and how to achieve them! Have you chosen your word for 2023? Today is a great day to do so! Listen in to hear more and Happy New Year!!!
Episode 300!!!
October 14, 2022 18:24 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBHoly Moly, we made it to 300 episodes and over 10 thousand listeners!!! We also have a new sponsor that I’m so excited about! Listen in to hear more! This is the last episode of Season 3 and I’ll be coming back strong with Season 4 on January 1st (or something close to that, you know how I roll) :-) If no one else tells you today, I believe in you, go create some miracles, and always believe that you can!!! ❤️❤️❤️
Let’s Talk About Love Scenes
October 07, 2022 14:35 - 9 minutes - 8.31 MBHappy Friday!! This is episode 299!!! We made it to another wonderful weekend!! Today I share what I found to be very valuable insight when it comes to love scenes. It’s from Jennifer Grey’s book, Out Of The Corner (which I highly recommend). She talks openly about negotiating contracts and ways to take your power back in what can be very vulnerable circumstances. Enjoy!!!
The Best Days of Your Life Are Still Ahead of You!
October 05, 2022 14:44 - 10 minutes - 5.11 MBToday I invite you to get excited about your future!! What if the best of days have yet to come? I also give a behind the scenes rundown of what an awards day timeline looks like as well as share some exciting news for our upcoming season of Actors Inspiration! Enjoy!!!
Your Gifts Inspire The Future
October 01, 2022 17:25 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBHappy October 1st!!! We have 3 months left in 2022 and I’m inviting you to look at the goals that you set this year and congratulate yourself on your accomplishments so far, and also look at that one goal that has yet to be attained and conquer it! Three months is a lot of time to create miracles!!! Enjoy!!!
Chapter 26: Zen
September 29, 2022 17:08 - 11 minutes - 5.52 MBAlphabet of Wisdom is complete! Today I invite you to create a Zen Den. What’s a Zen Den? Listen in to find out. I also pivot and talk a bit about actor financial planning and assessing your tribe. “Show me your friends and I’ll show you your future” Enjoy!!!
Chapter 25: Youth
September 25, 2022 16:05 - 10 minutes - 9.46 MBHappy Sunday!! Today I invite you to take your inner child out to play, to wonder, and to dream! “Get busy living or get busy dying”
Chapter 24: Xenial
September 22, 2022 16:00 - 10 minutes - 4.92 MBNever heard of this word? Me either! But it’s a good one! Today I also talk about being responsible for the energy that we bring into the room. I was recently called out, and it wasn’t fun, but boy was it necessary for growth. Listen in to hear more. Enjoy!!!
Chapter 23: Who
September 17, 2022 18:36 - 8 minutes - 4.06 MBHappy Saturday!!! Who are you today? Who do you still want to become? Did you watch the Emmy’s? If not, listen in for the best acceptance speech ever! Enjoy!!!
Chapter 22: Victory
September 12, 2022 15:50 - 5 minutes - 5.2 MBIt’s Emmy Night!!! Woo Hoo!! You can watch the Emmy’s tonight at 5pm PST/8pm EST on NBC and Peacock. Congratulations to making it to the letter V in my book, Alphabet of Wisdom. Welcome to the new you!!! Enjoy!!!
Chapter 21: Unleash
September 11, 2022 15:13 - 11 minutes - 5.65 MBWhat would you attempt to do if you knew you wouldn’t fail? What would it look like to unleash unhealthy habits, negative self talk, and to let go of that which no longer serves you? Maybe todays the day to take risks and thrive! Enjoy!!!
Chapter 20: Temptation
September 09, 2022 16:00 - 8 minutes - 4.11 MBY’all!! We only have six more chapters of Alphabet of Wisdom and only 9 more episodes of Season 3!!! What’s to come in Season 4??? Stay tuned to find out! Have a beautiful weekend!! Enjoy!!!!!!
Chapter 19: Satisfaction
September 07, 2022 16:35 - 9 minutes - 4.49 MBToday I give a great big shoutout to Raquel Woodruff!! Thank you Raquel for reaching out to me yesterday at the perfect time… you were an angel! We are on chapter “S” and the word is satisfaction. I dare you to listen and not feel a little bit better about your day. Enjoy!!!
Chapter 18: Respect
September 05, 2022 18:41 - 5 minutes - 5.31 MBToday I had to make a really tough decision. Adulting is not always fun or easy, but it ties into todays chapter on respect. Having respect for yourself and others. Wishing you all a safe and healthy Labor Day! Enjoy!!
Chapter 17: Quit
September 01, 2022 13:14 - 8 minutes - 7.9 MBHappy September 1st!! May this be a month of new beginnings and creative opportunities!! Today I invite you to get out of your own way and quit any toxic behavior that’s standing in the way of your happiness and success. Today is a great day to start new habits. Enjoy!!!
Chapter 16: Parenting
August 30, 2022 15:21 - 10 minutes - 4.95 MBHow does parenting apply to acting? Listen to find out. Regardless of the way you were raised, you’ve made it this far. Congratulations! Keep going!!
Chapter 15: Optimism
August 27, 2022 16:09 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MBToday I ask you, are you an optimist or a pessimist, and how is that serving you? I also invite you to consider the idea that everything is possible and that dreams do come true. Happy New Moon!!
Chapter 14: Nostalgia
August 21, 2022 16:09 - 7 minutes - 3.84 MBHappy Sunday!! Today I talk about becoming the person you want to be, as well as a bit of nostalgia. Enjoy!!!
Chapter 14: Maturity
August 18, 2022 12:07 - 9 minutes - 8.66 MBHappy Thursday! In today’s episode I talk about the seasons of opportunity. I also share thoughts from Bryan Cranston about success after 40. I close with chapter 14 from my book, Alphabet of Wisdom and a reminder to never give up! Enjoy!!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Chapter 13: Maturity
August 18, 2022 12:07 - 8 minutes - 7.89 MBHappy Thursday! In today’s episode I talk about the seasons of opportunity. I also share thoughts from Bryan Cranston about success after 40. I close with chapter 14 from my book, Alphabet of Wisdom and a reminder to never give up! Enjoy!!!
Chapter 12: Leadership
August 14, 2022 12:35 - 9 minutes - 4.39 MBHow does leadership apply to artistry? Listen to find out. 🥰 Enjoy!!!
Chapter 11: Karma
August 10, 2022 16:19 - 8 minutes - 3.86 MBHappy Wednesday!! Today is the day that Augie’s On Main is finally open!!! 2428 Main St. in Santa Monica. Hours are from 11a-8p. Also, I will be hosting the Block Island Film Festival from Sept 7-10, DM me for ticketing information. I close with a chapter on Karma. Enjoy!!!!!!!
Chapter 10: Joy
August 04, 2022 16:14 - 8 minutes - 7.53 MBToday I announce that Augie’s on Main will be opening in the next week and we are so excited!! This restaurant has been in the works for over 6 years!! My husband turned his electrical office into a restaurant and partnered with one of his best friends, Chef Josiah Citrin to open a fast casual eatery that will blow your mind!!! I also talk about joy and balancing opportunities. Enjoy!!!
Chapter 9: Integrity
August 01, 2022 15:16 - 9 minutes - 4.41 MBToday is a double blessing!!! It’s not only the first day of a new week, it’s the first day of a new month! Everything is possible today!! Enjoy!!!
Chapter 8: Healing
July 29, 2022 18:17 - 7 minutes - 6.72 MBHappy Friday!!! Today I talk about the power of forgiveness and the freedom in healing our inner Artist. Enjoy!!!
Chapter 7: Gifts (of getting older)
July 24, 2022 18:26 - 8 minutes - 8.04 MBHellooooo you beautiful people!! I had a busy work week on set and then my hubby caught the Rona, on top of having our daughter, son in law, and two babies under 2 staying with us. It’s been a crazy week! Which brings us beautifully to Chapter 7: Gifts of getting older… enjoy!!!
Chapter 6: Friendship
July 19, 2022 17:34 - 12 minutes - 5.78 MBToday I give a great big shoutout to Holly Kiger for posting her amazing headshots on her social media platforms @hollykiger . I invite you to check out her page and see the range of characters she portrays. I close today with a chapter on friendship. Enjoy!!!
Chapter 5: Energy
July 14, 2022 15:46 - 11 minutes - 5.6 MBToday I talk about being responsible for the energy that you bring into a room. I also invite you to be willing to fall down hard, fail big, and then learn how to grow in adversity. Enjoy!!!
Chapter 4: Desire
July 12, 2022 15:32 - 9 minutes - 4.39 MBToday I start with some really great news and move right into chapter 4 of Alphabet of Wisdom titled, Desire. Enjoy!!!
Chapter 3: Courage
July 11, 2022 16:29 - 8 minutes - 7.65 MBToday I talk about the power of prayer beads, the gifts In gratitude and I close with chapter 3 of, Alphabet of Wisdom. Enjoy!!!
Chapter 2: Beauty
July 09, 2022 16:10 - 11 minutes - 5.32 MBI packed a whole lot into todays 11 minute episode! First, if you’d like to join me for two plays in The Fringe Festival tonight, I’d love to meet you!! The first one is the award winning, Criminal Genius at 430pm starring our very own Debra Sullivin! Then at 7pm Cleo Universe is playing just a mile or so away. This play has several actors from our Skeleton Crew as well!! Tickets are only $10-15 and can be purchased at www.Hollywoodfringe.org. Also, if you missed it, check out The Moving Spot...
Chapter 1: Abundance
July 08, 2022 15:14 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBAhhhhhh!!!! It feels so great to be back on the podcast!!! I’ve missed each and every one of you! I’m wrapping up the last 30 episodes of season 3 with chapters from my book, Alphabet of Wisdom. I hope you hear something today that inspires you take a leap of faith into your greatness and get you one step closer to achieving your goals. I also hope that you take time to rest today and reflect on all of the abundance in your life. Enjoy!!!
Until We Meet Again 🥰
May 31, 2022 16:47 - 6 minutes - 5.75 MBThank you, Thank you, THANK YOU to all of my beautiful listeners, dynamic dreamers, and fabulous content creators! After 270 episodes, I’m putting the podcast on pause. I’m having surgery on June 2nd and I’m going to give myself time to heal. I dedicate this episode to everyone with a dream! Follow your bliss, take risks, dare to fail. You have one life. Make it count! If no one else tells you today, I believe in you, go create some miracles, and always believe that you can. Until we meet aga...