Being an artist can feel lonely. We want to remind everyone that we’re all dealing with the same ups and downs. We’re all uniquely the same.
We’re all MISMO.
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Being an artist can feel lonely. We want to remind everyone that we’re all dealing with the same ups and downs. We’re all uniquely the same.
We’re all MISMO.
Copyright: © Mick Torres & Ashley Argota
Mick and Ashley wrap up this season and look forward to the incredible things coming up for Mismo!
We talk to Katherine Powers about her journey from UCLA to working after graduating college to going into lockdown shortly after that!
Mick and Ashley talk to Nick Bredosky about college, side hustles, and writing.
Mick and Ashley talk to Shelley Regner about her journey from college, to immediately filming Pitch Perfect, to making the move to Los Angeles and more!
Mick and Ashley talk to casting director Krisha Bullock about the "it" factor", self-tapes, casting for talent vs. casting for social media numbers, creating casts and sets that have good chemistry, and more!
Mick and Ashley talk about a phrase that former Mismo guest Natalie Lander taught them-- Lean into the pause!
Mick and Ashley talk to Sterling Sulieman about the life of a working actor.
We talk to actress, singer, and YouTuber Maya Tomlin about developing herself as an artist and the steps she's taking to make the eventual move from Maryland to Los Angeles.
Mick and Ashley talk to actor, director, producer, and chef Tom Detrinis about networking the right way, education, side hustles, putting on his one man show during the pandemic, and more!
Mick and Ashley talk about the discipline it takes to succeed in the entertainment industry.
On this very special episode, Mick and Ashley talk to Mathenee Treco (Mismo's first repeat guest!) and Rebekah White about surprising Mick with a song for their wedding!
Today we have actress and director Jenny Strattan on the show! We talk about loving theatre from a young age and inspiring her kids to shine during the annual "Burroughs on Broadway" every year.
If you're in LA come and check out John Burroughs High School's annual fundraiser, "Burroughs On Broadway" this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (October 22, 23, & 24)! The show is incredible and features award winning show choirs performing mini-musicals of your favorite Broadway hits. The best part? It's hosted by our very own @micktorres!
We talk to Abraham Lim (Netflix's "Clickbait", Amazon Prime's "The Boys") about following your passion rather than settling for stability, making our parents proud, being mindful of where you're spending your energy, and more.
Mick and Ashley talk to playwright and USC Professor Oliver Mayer about writing, boxing, romance and more.
Welcome back to Season 5 of Mismo! We've missed you all. Sorry we were gone so long. We were busy getting married. Hear all about it in today's episode!
More interviews with incredible artists coming your way starting next week!
Mick and Ashley reflect on Season Four of Mismo and give a final life update before taking a summer break.
We are so grateful for all of your love and support! We can't believe we have done eighty episodes of Mismo and can't wait to do eighty more. Thanks for sticking with us for four seasons and we will see you all after our wedding in a few months. With love and gratitude, Mick & Ashley
Mick and Ashley talk about how, when and why it's sometimes necessary to hit the reset button.
Mick and Ashley discuss taking headshots, making look books, and share headshot horror stories.
We talk to Alex Nee about touring, taking care of your voice, yoga, and more.
We talk to Briana Cuoco about performing at Rockwell Table and Stage, fitness and mental wellness, dream roles, and more.
We talk to Amy Arburn about starting her acting career in Utah, moving to Los Angeles, and creating her own content for her YouTube Channel.
Mick and Ashley talk about the importance of side hustles as an actor.
We talk to Josh Adamson about theatre, travel, friends becoming family, and more.
We talk to Andy Riesmeyer about music, improv, and adjusting dreams.
We talk to Reed Alexander about his time as Nevel Papperman on iCarly, saying farewell to acting, his career as a journalist, and more.
We talk to Roxy Striar about family, social media, unconventional paths to the top, and more.
Mick and Ashley talk about what actors can and can't control about their careers and lives.
We talk to Michael Thomas Grant about art, his business savvy, and how performing at Rockwell prepared him for Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist.
We talk to Janaya Mahealani Jones about time management, calendars, and performing at Rockwell. We also get a special cameo by next week's Mismo guest!!
We talk to Elgin Ball about transitioning from athlete to actor, following your heart, and moving from Los Angeles to Atlanta to pursue acting.
Mick and Ashley talk about inspiration and how to keep yourself going when you start to feel like you're hitting a wall.
We talk to Aynsley Bubbico about taking a gap year from Syracuse, moving to LA, and the many misconceptions of being an actor.
We talk to Chris Aguila about Tik Tok, staying creative during quarantine, and being a member of the Sunday Company at The Groundlings.
We talk to Nohely Quiroz about how she started performing, stunt training, and the CBS Diversity Showcase.
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Mick and Ashley talk about 2020 and answer fan questions. Thank you all for the most wonderful year!
We talk to AJ Rafael about Filipino representation, sports, and his recent engagement!
We talk to Dom Bournés about USC, his love for every aspect of storytelling, and his journey into creating Acute Animation. Their first short, "Bussin'" is out now! Check it out.
Also, we're thrilled to be sponsored by Sooper Treats and Alpen Organics! We love both of these companies. For 10% off your purchase at soopertreats.com, use the code MISMO at checkout. For 40% off your purchase of CBD at alpenorganics.com, use the code ASHLEY at checkout!
We talk to Dia Frampton about how acting fell into her lap, hilarious early self-tapes, and her new movie with Ashley! "I Hate New Years" is out now on all VOD platforms and tellofilms.com.
We're also thrilled to announce that Sooper Treats is offering our Mismo listeners a discount on their awesome dog treats! Didi loves them and we know your dog will too. Go to soopertreats.com and use the code "mismo" for 10% off your purchase.
Mick and Ashley talk about the importance of reading as an actor and recommend some of their favorite books.
Also, happy Cyber Monday! It's a great day to grab some CBD at alpenorganics.com. If you use the code "ashley" at checkout, you'll get 40% off your purchase!
We talk to Christin Baker about Tello Films, inclusivity, and her new film (that Ashley is in!) called "I Hate New Years", out on all streaming platforms on December 4th!
We talk to Garrett Clayton (Teen Beach Movie, Hairspray Live, King Cobra) about coming out, stereotypes, and how much fun Ashley and Garrett have performing together.
We talk to Dimitri Vogt Toscas about directing, opera, and inclusion.
We talk to Paul Vogt about Groundlings, Perfect Harmony, and cutlery.
We are so excited to let you know that the code "ashley" gets you 40% off at alpenorganics.com! Check them out for all of your CBD needs.
Happy 50th episode! Mick and Ashley take listener questions and reminisce about the last fifty episodes of Mismo. Thank you all so much for listening so far!
We are so excited to let you know that Alpen Organics has made the code "ashley" good for 40% off anything on their website! We love their CBD and we know you will too. Check them out at alpenorganics.com
We talk to Jackie Burns about making the transition from Broadway to TV and Film.
We talk to Taylor Gray about how sports and philosophy relate to acting.
We talk to Lana McKissack about performing at Rockwell, filming during quarantine, the CBS Diversity Showcase, and more. Lana has a ton of projects you can check out, including Family Style (out now on Stage 13!) and her upcoming movie White Elephant, which she shot with last week's Mismo guest (and her husband), Nathan Moore!
We are so proud and excited to partner with Alpen Organics CBD. You can check them out at alpenorganics.com and use the code "ashley" at checkout for 20% off!
We talk to Nathan Moore about writing, directing, and his love for storytelling. Check out his new movie The Rising Hawk, out this Friday (Oct. 2)!
Mick and Ashley talk about timing in comedy, acting, and life.
We are also so excited to partner with Alpen Organics CBD! Check them out at alpenorganics.com and use "ashley" at checkout for 20% off of your purchase.
We talk to Dillon Lane about maturity, "reinventing" himself after Bucket & Skinner's Epic Adventures, and baseball. His new movie, "Teenage Badass", comes out Friday, September 18th on all streaming platforms! Check it out!
We are also excited to announce our partnership with Alpen Organics! We use their CBD products all the time and know you'll love them as much as we do. You can check them out at alpenorganics.com and use the code "ashley" at checkout for 20% off!
We talk to Rachel Sarah Mount about mental health, dream roles, and moving to and living in New York during coronavirus.
Mick and Ashley talk about the times they've felt overworked, leaning into the pause, and they give an exciting update on what they've been up to during the past couple months of quarantine!
We talked to Paul Stanko about USC, improv horror stories, and why it's good to fail.
We talk to Tia Altinay about Hamilton, a theatre's role in a community, and acting being more than just "fun".
We talk to Harrison Meloeny about quitting his day job to become a full-time actor and making the most of any role you're given.
We talk to Gina D'Acciaro about life in New York, her one-woman show, and the closest she's ever come to quitting.
Mick and Ashley talk about how quarantine has been going for them.
Mick and Ashley talk to Shaullanda Lacombe about playing Shenzi in The Lion King, life on the road, and traveling to South Africa to film The Roar.
We talk to Riley Costello about playing Boq in Wicked on Broadway, the future of theatre, and how to stay creative during quarantine.
We are so excited to welcome guests back to Mismo! Our first one back is Trina Dong. We talk to her about Afterbuzz, embarrassing improv stories, and Asian representation.
Mick and Ashley talk about creating your own content and the benefits of learning more about working behind the camera.
Next week, we will start welcoming back some guests via Zoom and FaceTime! We are so excited!
We talk about how to get an agent and manager, things to look out for, and going with your gut.
We talk about adjusting to the new normal for auditions, and share some tips, horror stories, and triumphs.
Mick and Ashley talk in-depth about how they got started in the business, the difference between agents and managers, and the importance of being collaborative and not competitive. Happy graduation and congrats to the class of 2020!!
Mick and Ashley tackle the question they ask every Mismo guest, "What is the biggest misconception of being an actor?"
Originally uploaded May 18th-- re-uploaded because of technical difficulties with Anchor.
Our first LIVE episode! We talk about relationships, breakups, and what we love (or don't love) about the business.
Mick interviews Ashley on this very special episode of Mismo! They talk about Ashley's fun memories and lessons learned during her time on Nickelodeon's True Jackson VP.
Mick and Ashley tackle a topic that comes up with many Mismo guests: quitting.
Mick and Ashley discuss the importance of taking care of yourself as an actor.
Mick and Ashley talk about how important social media has become as an artist.
Mick and Ashley talk about their college experiences and make a special announcement from a previous MISMO guest!
Mick and Ashley talk about the pros and cons of self-tapes, the adventures of doing them on location, and the importance of having your own equipment.
We talk to actress Megan Barker (Killing Kate) about friendship, balancing another full-time career with her acting career, and the importance of working hard for yourself.
We talk to Natalie Lander (The Middle, Lopez, Goldie and Bear) about Groundlings, roles she's come close to booking, and the importance of filling your life with things other than acting.
We talk to Abigail Marks about Antaeus Theatre Company, Shakespeare, and work/life balance.
We talk to Ben Giroux (Henry Danger, Hart of Dixie, Back to the 90's) about travel, work ethic, and making cool shit with your friends.
We talk to Tommy Hobson about Yale, LA theatre, and the lessons he learned from his time on Nickelodeon's Fresh Beat Band.
We talk to Bryce Charles (Book of Mormon, Ragtime) about fitness, tour life, and learning Japanese.
We talk to Jonathan Muñoz-Proulx about the state of theatre in Los Angeles, directing, and leading the Noise Now Initiative at A Noise Within.
We talk to Xan Churchwell about non-binary roles in tv & film, Disney Imagineering, and NYU.
We talk to #fitnfunny Raneir Pollard about improv, stand up, and fitness.
We talk to Morgan Smith (VEEP, Messiah) about Wendy's, moving to LA, and creating her own content.
Mick and Ashley talk SMART goals, process oriented goals, result oriented goals, and every kind of goal in between.
We compliment Trent Mills and he takes it with grace. This will make sense when you listen to the episode. Enjoy!
We talk to Peter Allen Vogt (Princess Diaries 2, American Horror Story, Hannah Montana) about friendship, school, and what keeps him going.
We talk to Claire Blackwelder (Power Rangers) about college, learning on the job, and life at sea.
We talk to Matt Shively (True Jackson VP, The Real O'Neals, The Purge, American Housewife) about finding success as a teenager, growing up, and the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people.
We talk to Desi Dennis-Dylan about landing her role on NBC's Perfect Harmony, watching Ashley grow up, and being perfectly imperfect.
We talk to 17 year old high school senior Eli Staub about college applications, his passion for USC, and his future film ideas.
We talk to Nathalia Ramos (Bratz, House Of Anubis, Wildflower) about college, innocence, her interest in politics and culture, and filling the lull as an actor.
We talk to Mathenee Treco (American Idol, Hamilton, NBA 2K) about music, side gigs, performing, and never saying no to your voice.
We talk about our engagement, origin stories, sports, Mick's heart surgery, and True Jackson VP on the very first episode of MISMO.