One Broke Actress

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Season 2 Trailer Feb 20, 2018

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It's finally here! The teaser trailer for Season 2 featuring so many of the awesome guests in store for you in the coming months! Make sure you check out 1brokeactress.com for updated content and so much more! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/one-broke-actress-podcast/message

13. Ash Brewer: Soaps Operas, Career Craziness, and Genuine Hard Work Dec 05, 2017

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Grounded and kind, Ash sheds new night on the world of soap operas (here and in Australia), what it was like making the move across the world, her work and drive, and so much more. She takes us through her experience auditioning, how she learned to take care of herself, and how to know if you are in the right space. 3:15 — Ash's journey to LA from a small-town in Brisbane, Australia from getting her first job in Australia to booking Neighbours 38:20 — Ash's day-to-day on a soap opera beginning with getting her script, to rehearsal, to memorization, and the typical hours she works 47:37 — What Ash does in-between shoot days and what her filming schedule looks like 51:20 — How she's stepping out of the soap opera world by taking classes at the Beverly Hills Playhouse and filming her recent feature 57:55 — What she wishes she knew about acting in America Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Ash's IG Ash's IMDb -------- Want more? Check out Patreon for bonus episodes, IG Close Friends content, and so much more. And don’t miss all the content on IG and as always at, OneBrokeActress.com And if you're needing some personalized help from Sam, you can schedule a chat with her right here. Don't forget to join the mailing list here! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/one-broke-actress-podcast/message

12. Matt Corboy and Kevin Linehan: Commercial Pros Nov 28, 2017

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Get ready to laugh your ass off while also learning some commercial pro tips. Kevin and Matt really bring in their own spin on the world, these two fantastically positive dudes sat down with Sam to have a few beers, tell their stories, and teach you a few things in the process. Including: memorizing lines, wardrobe specifics, how they refrain from competing with each other, and why they are NOT shlep-y. 7:25 — Matt and Kevin's journey to LA from Colorado State, getting their SAG cards/representation, and building connections with Casting Directors through auditions 45:00 — How their auditions changed as their type changed over the years 1:03:10 — Commercial tips 1:14:07 — What they wish they knew about commercials Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Matt Corboy's IMDb Kevin Linehan's IMDb -------- Want more? Check out Patreon for bonus episodes, IG Close Friends content, and so much more. And don’t miss all the content on IG and as always at, OneBrokeActress.com And if you're needing some personalized help from Sam, you can schedule a chat with her right here. Don't forget to join the mailing list here! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/one-broke-actress-podcast/message

11. Kristen Joy Bjorge: Writer, Agent Assistant, All Around Badass Nov 21, 2017

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How Kristen turned from actor to writer (including some important questions to ask yourself), why she got a full time job to immerse herself in the system, and insider agent info straight from the assistants mouth including: submitting to agents, gifts, calls, email etiquette, and so much more! 3:35 — Kristen's journey to LA, landing a full-time job in the industry reading scripts, and becoming an assistant 14:20 — Managing her writing job with her agency job 24:21 — Time management 29:00 — Submitting scripts online to the Black List 32:40 — The value of work ethic 38:00 — What actors need to know about the industry today 46:20 — When and how to check with your rep, the no-no's of getting gifts, and a good rule of thumb when it comes to communication with your reps 59:00 — How to leave an agency + successfully end your relationship with an agent 1:04:30 — What Kristen wishes she knew about this world before she was in LA 1:09:55 — The in's and out's of networking for reps Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Find Kristen here (seriously guys, get a script from her!): kristenjoyb@gmail.com Kristen's IMDb -------- Want more? Check out Patreon for bonus episodes, IG Close Friends content, and so much more. And don’t miss all the content on IG and as always at, OneBrokeActress.com And if you're needing some personalized help from Sam, you can schedule a chat with her right here. Don't forget to join the mailing list here! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/one-broke-actress-podcast/message

10. Paul Karmiryan: From Dancing To Acting Nov 14, 2017

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Paul opens up about the full experience of moving from being a professional dancer to being a professional actor. His drive and ambition is palpable and contagious — as is his positive attitude on this crazy world! 2:30 — Paul's Journey to LA + So You Think You Can Dance 4:00 — Growing up in California, supporting himself through college and training by working 3 jobs, and the importance of Time Management 21:45 — Getting representation + what it feels like to go into rooms for acting auditions 28:25 — Prepping for auditions, booking his first co-star, getting into SAG, and combining acting + dance 40:50 — What he wishes he knew about acting, especially when it comes to merging the craft and the business Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Paul's IG Paul's IMDb -------- Want more? Check out Patreon for bonus episodes, IG Close Friends content, and so much more. And don’t miss all the content on IG and as always at, OneBrokeActress.com And if you're needing some personalized help from Sam, you can schedule a chat with her right here. Don't forget to join the mailing list here! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/one-broke-actress-podcast/message

9. Erica Berger: A Casting Director's View Nov 07, 2017

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Prepare to have your mind blown! CD Erica Berger joins us this week for her side of the casting table. She shares with us how much she LOVES actors (what!), what CD's think of your reel, why she doesn't want your gift (ha!) and lots more! 1:50 — Erica's background in casting from interning for Joey Paul (That's So Raven, Phil of the Future, and Raise Your Voice) and now being a Casting Director for The Mayor on ABC 2:20 — Why she decided to become a Casting Director 2:55 — What Erica liked about casting + why she values knowing actors' names 6:00 — Erica's roots in Montreal + San Diego 6:40 — Her experience as an intern, including: writing breakdowns, filming actors in the room, technology improvements in casting, keeping past tapes, moving up the later, and why she didn't like working at an agency 15:00 — The difference between Casting Director + Casting Associate 17:00 — What draws Erica to someone 21:20 — After deciding on actors from their headshots, the process of assessing actors in the room, giving her top choices to the producers, giving feedback to agents, bringing in her favorite actors, and how an actor's outfit influences her 35:00 — Whether or not you should ask Casting questions in the room 36:35 — Having a kid while working in the industry, how long it takes to cast, and dealing with self-tapes 48:25 — What she wishes she knew about the industry 51:55 — What she wishes actors knew about industry Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Erica's IMDb -------- Want more? Check out Patreon for bonus episodes, IG Close Friends content, and so much more. And don’t miss all the content on IG and as always at, OneBrokeActress.com And if you're needing some personalized help from Sam, you can schedule a chat with her right here. Don't forget to join the mailing list here! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/one-broke-actress-podcast/message

8. Michael Doneger: Making Your Own Movies Oct 31, 2017

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This week Michael Doneger talks us through his start in the acting world, when he decided all the BS wasn't for him, and how he makes his own work. He also goes into what professional actors are like on sets and in rehearsals — LOTS of pearls of wisdom in there! 3:00 — Going to Los Angeles from New York City, being a lifelong writer, getting a pilot deal, and being an assistant to a Casting Director at Fox Studio 8:20 — Getting an agent, going to auditions, and realizing he was unprepared for his success 9:50 — Acting classes 12:09 — Doubling down on auditioning 18:22 — What Michael did with his first film after wrapping 21:00 — How Michael lost his passion for acting and decided to redirect his energy to writing/directing 31:00 — Michael's casting process for his projects 39:50 — Directing yourself in a film, why Michael decided against it, and what he values in his actors 50:25 — Michael's advice to his younger self + his biggest regret Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Michael's Pepsi Super Bowl commercial Michael's Production Company Michael's IMDb -------- Want more? Check out Patreon for bonus episodes, IG Close Friends content, and so much more. And don’t miss all the content on IG and as always at, OneBrokeActress.com And if you're needing some personalized help from Sam, you can schedule a chat with her right here. Don't forget to join the mailing list here! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/one-broke-actress-podcast/message

7. Ciera Payton: Biracial Casting, Hollywood Diversity, Envisioning your Future Oct 24, 2017

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Let's talk about the true ups and downs of Hollywood. Ciera shares it all and is brutally honest. From New Orleans to New York to LA, Ciera takes us through her journey and how he goal was always to be on the west coast. She also talks on the current diversity push in casting and how it as effected her career. 3:15 — Ciera's journey to LA, why theatre wasn't her goal, and how a talk with Warner Brothers' Tony Sepulveda changed her trajectory 8:00 — How Ciera balanced theatre rehearsals and work, leading to the New York Times review that caught the attention of Shameless' John Levey 29:30 — A normal day-to-day for Ciera 32:00 — The current push for diversity, being a biracial actress, and learning to stand up for herself artistically during an August Wilson play 39:30 — Stereotyping vs. Racism vs. Colorism 44:50 — Ciera's life in-between booking jobs — including starting a lipstick company, being on food stamps, and meditating/exercising 1:06:00 — What she wishes she knew before she started this career Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Ciera's website, The In Thrive Ciera's IG Ciera's IMDb -------- Want more? Check out Patreon for bonus episodes, IG Close Friends content, and so much more. And don’t miss all the content on IG and as always at, OneBrokeActress.com And if you're needing some personalized help from Sam, you can schedule a chat with her right here. Don't forget to join the mailing list here! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/one-broke-actress-podcast/message

6. pilot auditions, what bookings mean, and the "one thing" with Brian Unger Oct 19, 2017

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Brian sits down to talk about having that "one thing" to make you successful. He also takes us through his journey to LA and how he came from The Daily Show as a comedy news reporter and producer. He opens up about why acting class didn't work out for him and, honestly, it's hilarious. Brian also explains how he made auditions his classroom, differentiating between TV auditions, and the perfect storm of his new show on CBS.4:10 — How Brian got to LA after receiving a pilot deal from Doug Herzog, former president of Comedy Central13:30 — What Brian looks for in actors when they come into the room21:00 — Tips for co-star auditions23:45 — Pilot season, booking Me, Myself, and I, and why you have to be persistent26:15 — The process of testing for pilots37:00 — Tips for when you're in the waiting room41:35 — How to deal with your type changing43:50 — Why every actor needs to travel and take speech training51:50 — Brian's most embarrassing audition storyResources Mentioned in This Episode:Brian's IMDb--------Want more? Check out Patreon for bonus episodes, IG Close Friends content, and so much more.And don’t miss all the content on IG and as always at, OneBrokeActress.comAnd if you're needing some personalized help from Sam, you can schedule a chat with her right here.Don't forget to join the mailing list here! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/one-broke-actress-podcast/message

5. honest agent opinions: when and how to leave your reps, demo reels, and agent gifts with Monica Barkett (part 2) Oct 13, 2017

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She's back! Monica and Sam continue their discussion of agent presents, reels, do's and don'ts of rep chat, and why you may not be auditioning right now.

1:00 — Tips for demo reels and how they're used14:00 — What actors need to know about agents, submissions, and communicating with your reps30:00 — How to break up with your representation + deciding between keeping your agent or moving onto a bigger agency46:30 — Agents, gifts, and what you should know.

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