Sinopsis
A personal development podcast for anyone who wants to feel confident about who they are and where they are - regardless of what their resume says, or where others say they "should" be by now.
Episodios
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actor stratgies on how "not to stay in the suck"
27/02/2025 Duración: 48minWe’re bringing back working actor and certified life coach DaJuan Johnson DaJuan Johnson is a working actor, certified life coach, and founder of Think Bigger Coaching, where he helps actors book their first or next big TV and film role. Known for his seven-season run as Detective Rondell Pierce on Amazon’s Bosch and Bosch: Legacy, DaJuan currently recurs on NCIS: Origins as Detective Noah Oakley and Disney’s How We Became the Biggest Band in the World. With credits including Grey’s Anatomy, 9-1-1, Narcos, Suits, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, NCIS (Hawaii and Origins), and Agent Carter, DaJuan brings real-world experience to his coaching. DaJuan’s mission is to help actors #SKIPTHELINE and #SeeYouOnSet by mastering self-tapes and building audition confidence. Having helped hundreds of actors break through and book jobs, he’s ready to help you do the same. #TrainWithCoachesThatWork Stay in touch with DaJuan! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thinkbiggercoaching/ Website: www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Check
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Talent Manager Talks Mental Health + What She Looks For In Actors
06/02/2025 Duración: 51minToday's episode is with talent manager and career coach Anastasia Edwards. Born in Georgia (the country) and raised in St. Petersburg, Russia, Ana moved to the United States at 18 after studying at the Theater Academy of Dramatic Arts. She built a solid on-camera resume, featuring roles in NCIS Hawaii (CBS), Chicago Fire (NBC), and Little America (Apple TV+), in addition to award-winning film credits. Ana has always been passionate about the business side of acting, which she fully explored during the pandemic by launching career coaching for actors. Her coaching quickly gained popularity, helping actors define their brand, build strong teams, and establish industry connections. Her clients have been signed and booked in major markets across the US, Canada, London, and Australia, confirming her belief that this was her true calling. Now, Ana is excited to join Malissa Young Management as a manager, bringing a unique perspective from her experience as a former actor and career coach. She speaks the actors'
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This might be why you can't get an agent...with Brian Patacca
23/01/2025 Duración: 01h02minToday's episode features Brian Patacca. NOTE: If you're catching this in winter of 2025, Brian is once again hosting his popular masterclass Make Agents Want You LIVE! Click here to snag a spot Brian helps actors get what they want without all the struggle. He’s helped 724 actors find representation and is even known as “The Representation Whisperer”. Through his wildly popular online courses (Audition Magnet® and #agentgoals®) and entertaining podcast, Brian teaches actors how to market themselves authentically, use gratitude to open doors, and book the roles they were born to play. His coaching clients include Tony Award-winners, Broadway stars, Series Regulars, filmmakers, writers, and stand-up comedians. He proves that when they follow their purpose instead of playing by a tired set of industry rules (read: limiting beliefs), they can skip the drama, generate momentum, and build excitement around who they are and what they love to do the mostest. Brian is a graduate of Northwestern University, CTI’s
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the world is falling apart....(here's what to do)
16/01/2025 Duración: 08minYou know the feeling... "The world is falling apart." Maybe it's because of the political climate. Or maybe there's a major headline dominating the news, making you stressed AF, burnt out, and feeling lost of all hope... The following is from a FB live I recorded discussing the following... how to protect your mental health when it feels like the world is falling apart the difference between setting boundaries and tuning out completely how to stay informed without burnout how to actually help in a logical, stratgical way, without being overwhelmed when you don't know where to start... Want to watch this as a video? Click here! - https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1B7Qd5UPvU/ Resources mentioned Google Doc created by Jodie Bentley with resources on how to help and/or receive help for those affected by the LA Wildfires - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a982d3024p6__UzvNppWTfNSBnZrwlkgpRc7wa61uYg/edit?tab=t.0 Let's stay connected! WEBSITE: www.tonyrossicoaching.com INSTAGRAM: www.instagram/com
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From set mistreating to finding your power - with Katharin "K" Mraz
09/01/2025 Duración: 50minIn this episode, we discuss… Why so much of the casting world “has nothing to do with the actors” How she became a “jack of all trades” working on both sides of the camera (including production.) What it’s like owning her own production company Why she says yes when it comes to producing & funding other films The lack of representation on screen for Asian actors How the lack of representation of her demographics led her to start writing The challenges she had as both a woman and as an Asian woman in the industry Challenging experiences she had where her credits were taken away from her How she went from being mistreated so poorly to developing an attitude of empowerment The importance of raising your standards when you’re being mistreated The importance of the content we consume, and how it impacts our behaviors How she learned to take responsibility - and learned it the hard way Quotes from this episode… “I think it’s partially unbelievable the things I’m doing a
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i don't care if you hit your goals last year (mental health & habits)
02/01/2025 Duración: 08minI don't actually care if you hit your goals or not last year for the following to be true... Check out this mini-sode of the Actor Problems for the what and why, plus how our habits can help or hurt our mental health. PS - All my minisodes this season are also done on IG live :) Let's stay connected! WEBSITE: www.tonyrossicoaching.com INSTAGRAM: www.instagram/com/tony.rossi FREE SELF-CARE NEWSLETTER: www.tonyrossicoaching.com/stress FREE SELF-CARE FB GROUP: www.facebook.com/groups/actorproblems Wanna work together? Check out www.tonyrossicoaching.com/workwithtony OR click here to book a free call with me (as spots are available) - https://www.tonyrossicoaching.com/free-call
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...did I make a mistake??
23/12/2024 Duración: 10minDid you just make a mistake?? In this short solo episode, I'll talk more about... why making mistakes can actually be a good thing how indecision might be hurting you and your career what to remember to help with your mental health if/when your next mistake happens Let's stay connected! WEBSITE: www.tonyrossicoaching.com INSTAGRAM: www.instagram/com/tony.rossi FREE SELF-CARE NEWSLETTER: www.tonyrossicoaching.com/stress FREE SELF-CARE FB GROUP: www.facebook.com/groups/actorproblems Wanna work together? Check out www.tonyrossicoaching.com/workwithtony OR click here to book a free call with me (as spots are available) - https://www.tonyrossicoaching.com/free-call
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you DON'T need to budget (and why you're procrastinating)
06/12/2024 Duración: 01h02minToday's guest is Katy Chen Mazzara. Katy Chen Mazzara is a certified trauma-informed financial wellness coach and graduate of UC Berkeley’s Personal Financial Planning program. As a former TV producer and award-winning documentary filmmaker, Katy understands the balance between dreaming and doing. Through her six step Financial Freedom Formula, Katy helps creative freelancers and entrepreneurs make more, worry less, and achieve true financial freedom, so they can create the life of their dreams. Sign up for Katy's webinar! Happening on December 8th, 11th, and 13th, 2024. Sign up here! Follow Katy! Website: https://www.katychenmazzara.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katychenmazzara/ In this episode, we discuss… How being successful (in finances and career) involves ups and downs… Acknowledging those times when we do fall into scarcity thinking How to shift from scarcity mindset into abundance A tip on how to decrease anxiety Why gratitude is harder for some people than other
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two questions to ask when trying to move your acting career forward
05/12/2024 Duración: 15minWelcome to season six! Is your career where you want it to be? Do you ever struggle figuring out where to place your time and energy? And how do we differentiate between when to slow down and breathe, versus kicking things up a notch? Today we'll discuss two easy questions to ask yourself whenver you're in that phase of trying to move your career forward. Let's stay connected! WEBSITE: www.tonyrossicoaching.com INSTAGRAM: www.instagram/com/tony.rossi FREE SELF-CARE NEWSLETTER: www.tonyrossicoaching.com/stress FREE SELF-CARE FB GROUP: www.facebook.com/groups/actorproblems Wanna work together? Check out www.tonyrossicoaching.com/workwithtony OR click here to book a free call with me (as spots are available) - https://www.tonyrossicoaching.com/free-call
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it's my birthday & i'm NOT where i thought i'd be by now...(SEASON FINALE)
07/03/2024 Duración: 18minSo I'm 36. Here's what I haven't done so far... Booked a co-star Gotten my EMC card Been in a long term relationship Moved out of my studio apartment that I've lived in for 9 years ...and I currently don't have theatrical reps. AND - all of this lacks context... Today in our season finale, we're gonna discuss how to calm that negative chatter telling us we should be "further" by now, plus how to add context if/when that chatter comes up. Links referenced.. My money coach - www.katychenmazzara.com Let's stay connected! MY WEBSITE: www.tonyrossicoaching.com INSTAGRAM: www.instagram/com/tony.rossi FREE SELF-CARE NEWSLETTER: www.tonyrossicoaching.com/stress FREE SELF-CARE FB GROUP: www.facebook.com/groups/actorproblems Wanna work together? Check out www.tonyrossicoaching.com/workwithtony OR click here to book a free call with me (as spots are available) - https://www.tonyrossicoaching.com/free-call
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You're doing branding wrong & auditioning for the "I'm not right for this" role - with Jodie Bentley
29/02/2024 Duración: 51minToday’s special guest is actor and coach Jodie Bentley Jodie Bentley is an LA-based actor, audiobook narrator, and career coach for actors. A graduate of NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts with a BFA in Acting, she’s worked for Netflix, Hulu, ABC, CBS, Apple TV and many more. Since 2008, she’s been educating and helping actors to get the careers they want without wasting any more time and money! She’s taught workshops at SAG-AFTRA, Actors Equity, Comicon, and over 50+ universities and training programs. With her signature programs, The Actor’s Think Tank and Dare to be Unstoppable, Jodie’s students have gone on to perform on Broadway, star in films, recur in TV, book commercials & VO spots, land agents & managers, and live abundant, joyful and creative lives. Jodie is also the founder of The Actor’s Office, an all-in-one management tool for actors to track auditions and build relationships. Jodie was named one of the Top 20 Coaches in Los Angeles in Influence Digest for 2022. In this episode, w
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Getting Uncomfortable + Why You Won't Actually Get Blacklisted - with Dana N Anderson
22/02/2024 Duración: 56minToday’s guest is actor, TedX speaker, and multi-hyphenate Dana N. Anderson. Dana is a sometimes Chicago-sometimes Phoenix-based, globally minded multi-hyphenate with boundless talent. A performer and creator whose work spans on-camera, stage, voiceover and music, she’s appeared in major network shows and commercials. Add Emmy® Award winner to her titles: she co-directed “The Lost Story of Emmett Till: Trial in the Delta,” earning a 2022 statuette for Outstanding Achievement for Human Interest - Long Form Content. Also in 2022, she made her TEDx speaker debut, delivering an inspiring message of diversity, equity and inclusion: “A More Equitable and Inclusive Society Begins with YOU.” Dana is passionate about her advocacy platform as it sparks dialogue and raises the voices of her community. There isn’t a single area of creativity which Dana hasn’t explored–she even wrote a book of poetry and recorded its spoken word companion album in the peak of the pandemic. All while single parenting and driving media st
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i lied & how actors can get better results
15/02/2024 Duración: 12min....I lied about something last week. (Kind of.) I'll share why, plus one super important way we can all learn from those who are getting better results in their careers. I'll tie in a strategy that I find super helpful towards getting those results too ;) Let's stay connected! MY WEBSITE: www.tonyrossicoaching.com INSTAGRAM: www.instagram/com/tony.rossi FREE SELF-CARE NEWSLETTER: www.tonyrossicoaching.com/stress FREE SELF-CARE FB GROUP: www.facebook.com/groups/actorproblems Wanna work together? Check out www.tonyrossicoaching.com/workwithtony OR click here to book a free call with me (as spots are available) - https://www.tonyrossicoaching.com/free-call
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what to do when your confidence sucks
08/02/2024 Duración: 25minHas you confidence taken a hit? When we don't feel confident, we're going to do less. When we do less, we get less. (So like, less acting opportunities....less money....you get it) This week we're talking all about confidence.... Why it matters The number one thing we can do to start to feel more confident An example of how to be confident in front of casting directors The opportunities we miss out on when we lack confidence How to be intentional and consume specific content based on our area of improvement ....and more. Let's stay connected! MY WEBSITE: www.tonyrossicoaching.com INSTAGRAM: www.instagram/com/tony.rossi FREE SELF-CARE NEWSLETTER: www.tonyrossicoaching.com/stress FREE SELF-CARE FB GROUP: www.facebook.com/groups/actorproblems Wanna work together? Check out www.tonyrossicoaching.com/workwithtony OR click here to book a free call with me (as spots are available) - https://www.tonyrossicoaching.com/free-call
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3 quick tips for the next time you're stressed AF
01/02/2024 Duración: 09minKeeping it short and sweet today! Here are 3 quick tips you can easily implement the next time you're feeling stressed AF. Let's stay connected! MY WEBSITE: www.tonyrossicoaching.com INSTAGRAM: www.instagram/com/tony.rossi FREE SELF-CARE NEWSLETTER: www.tonyrossicoaching.com/stress FREE SELF-CARE FB GROUP: www.facebook.com/groups/actorproblems Wanna work together? Check out www.tonyrossicoaching.com/workwithtony OR click here to book a free call with me (as spots are available) - https://www.tonyrossicoaching.com/free-call
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Former talent agent shares why talent isn't everything - with Michael McCracken
25/01/2024 Duración: 01h05minHear some actor industry info from former talent agent, actor, and found of Vagabond School of the Arts - Michael McCracken, Michael has been in the professional entertainment industry for over 20 years. He is the Founder and Artistic Director of Vagabond School of the Arts. Before founding Vagabond School he was a tv/film, commercial and theatrical talent agent (Grossman & Jack Talent, Shirley Hamilton Talent) here in Chicago. As a teacher and coach, he brings his experience as a freelance casting session director (Simon Casting, The Cast Station), SAG-AFTRA Actor (Chicago MED, Hyundai, Lunchables), improviser and musician. He has worked with thousands of actors at Vagabond School, using technique and business knowledge to push their careers forward. In this episode, you'll hear.... Michael’s story of leaving his job as an agent and starting an acting school What makes Chicago such a special market for actors The challenge most actors face coming out of college and entering the industry What
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Laughter, Cancelled Shows, & Watching Friends Get Famous - with Antoine McKay
18/01/2024 Duración: 49minToday we're joined by Antoine McKay. Antoine McKay is an actor, educator, and father from Detroit, MI. After performing on both the Detroit and Second City Mainstages, he’s gone on to have a career working on shows including Empire, Southside, Sense8, Patriot, Sports Action Team, and Prison Break. He is best known for his roles as 'Bunkie' in the hit TV primetime drama Empire and 'Uncle Spike' in South Side, and has performed alongside stars including Keegan-Michael Key (which we talk about!) In this episode, we discuss..... What initally helped his career get started to eventually which led to recurring on TV shows Stories of auditioning with Andy Sandberg and Kristen Wig His thoughts on comparison after watching so many of his peers become famouns The benefits of being happier for others Why he’s content not winning an Oscar His experience working on Southside with Dialo Riddle and Bashir Salahuddin His mourning process after he’s learned when his TV shows have gotten canceled. The im
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Vulnerability & Self Care with the One Broke Actress (aka Sam Valentine)
11/01/2024 Duración: 01h04minToday we have a very special guest who has become wildly popular in the acting community. Sam Valentine is the host of the One Broke Actress podcast: An honest account of actor life, plus a few lessons she's learned in the process. In this episode, you'll hear... The story of her former (shitty) agent that led her to start One Broke Actress Why some of the best things come from moments of desperation How she nearly quit the business just a couple of years ago How her acting career has improved since starting side businesses What she’s learned about being vulnerable in an online space (that she wasn’t expecting…) What she currently is doing for her mental health The important thing to remember during slow seasons From Sam... I am Sam Valentine, a 12 year veteran of the Actor-Life in LA (with credits from Amazon's Bosch: Legacy to some pilots you never saw). I moved to LA with a Theatre degree and more conviction than I had dollars and proceeded to spend the better part of a decade trying to be literally
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scared. stuck. stressed.
04/01/2024 Duración: 16minFeeling scared about stuff going on in your life?? Not sure which move to make next in your career? ...and is all of this (and like, life) making you stressed AF? Let's break down these three areas (with some examples from yours truly), plus my tips on what to do when we're feeling these emotions for a prolonged period of time. Let's stay connected! MY WEBSITE: www.tonyrossicoaching.com INSTAGRAM: www.instagram/com/tony.rossi FREE SELF-CARE NEWSLETTER: www.tonyrossicoaching.com/stress FREE SELF-CARE FB GROUP: www.facebook.com/groups/actorproblems PS - Wanna work together? Check out www.tonyrossicoaching.com/workwithtony
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do this (& don't feel bad about it) in 2024
28/12/2023 Duración: 15minQuick episode on how to avoid burnout with a super easy tip to follow! (but like - just because it's easy to understand doesn't always make it easy to digest...) And if you want a practice example of today's episode? Stay tuned for the story of the fitness class I took in the Boston area. (After not taking a fitness class in over a decade....) notperfect Let's stay connected! MY WEBSITE: www.tonyrossicoaching.com INSTAGRAM: www.instagram/com/tony.rossi FREE SELF-CARE NEWSLETTER: www.tonyrossicoaching.com/stress FREE SELF-CARE FB GROUP: www.facebook.com/groups/actorproblems PS - Wanna work together? Check out www.tonyrossicoaching.com/workwithtony for options! Read More Quick LinksGet Embed PlayerShare on SocialDownload Audio File