Best Andrew Mendez Podcasts (2024)

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Tribeca: LIVE on the Red Carpet of SACRAMENTO with Michael Angarano, Chris Smith, AJ Mendez, and Iman Karram 15:31

5h ago15:31

15:31

LIVE on the Red Carpet of the World Premiere of the film "Sacramento." Starring: Michael Cera, Kristen Stewart, Michael Angarano, and Maya Erskine Written by: Michael Angarano and Chris Smith Interviews including Michael Angarano, Chris Smith, AJ Mendez, and Iman Karram Logline: Ricky, an energetic and free-spirited young man convinces Glenn, his l…

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How I Got my Press Badge for Tribeca Festival - 4th Anniversary Solo Episode 42:06

4d ago42:06

42:06

Video Available on Spotify. This year, I achieved one of my goals of covering a Film Festival for my podcast. I interviewed big actors, incredible filmmakers, Tribeca programmers, and enjoyed myself immensely. In this special 4th Anniversary episode of Mentors on the Mic, I share: • What made me feel more confident and relaxed at this Film Festival…

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Becoming... Casting Director Susanne Scheel ("Past Lives," "The Wife") 52:17

15d ago52:17

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Susanne Scheel is a New York-based casting director with a Bachelor of Science in Film and Television from Boston University. Susanne has won three Casting Society of America Artios Awards for Excellence in Casting and has been nominated for nine more. Susanne has had the honor of collaborating with several visionary creatives including Joel Coen, …

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TRIBECA: LIVE on the Red Carpet with Mark Duplass ("The Morning Show"), Ora Duplass, & Director/Actress Katie Aselton 7:35

8d ago7:35

7:35

I had the opportunity to go LIVE on the RED CARPET at Tribeca for three movies. The first was interview the Duplass family for their film "Oh, Christmas Tree." This 11 minute short film was shot in their cabin in upstate NY. It truly was a family affair, written by Mark Duplass to star in with his daughter Ora Duplass, and directed by Katie Aselton…

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Becoming... Senior Editor at Skyhorse Publishing Nicole Frail 1:02:11

12d ago1:02:11

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Nicole Frail is a senior editor at Skyhorse Publishing, a traditional publishing company based in New York City. She has been with the company more than a decade and currently works on both adult and children's titles in both fiction and nonfiction categories. She has worked with debut authors and illustrators, as well as New York Times bestsellers…

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Becoming... Senior Literary Agent at Transatlantic Agency Timothy Travaglini 1:07:38

12d ago1:07:38

1:07:38

Since 1994, Timothy Travaglini has worked in trade marketing for Scholastic, Inc.; been a bookseller for Books of Wonder, an all-children’s bookstore in New York City; and has edited for Henry Holt and Company, Walker & Company, G. P. Putnam’s Sons, a division of Penguin Young Readers Group, and Open Road Integrated Media where he was the director …

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TRIBECA: Tim Blake Nelson, Andrew Liner and Vincent Grashaw for "BANG BANG" 36:58

24d ago36:58

36:58

TIM BLAKE NELSON - Actor, writer, director, and producer Tim Blake Nelson has appeared in over ninety feature films, including Steven Spielberg’s Lincoln, Ang Lee’s Billy Lynne’s Long Halftime Walk, Louis Letterier’s The Incredible Hulk, Jay Roach’s Meet the Fockers, Steven Gaghan’s Syriana, Miguel Arteta’s The Good Girl, Steven Spielberg’s Minorit…

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TRIBECA: Lisa Edelstein and Gina Torres discuss "THE EVERYTHING POT" 23:25

29d ago23:25

23:25

LISA EDELSTEIN - From her role as Dr. Lisa Cuddy on the hit Fox series “House” to her star turn as Abby McCarthy in Bravo’s first scripted series “Girlfriends’ Guide to Divorce,” Lisa Edelstein’s range of roles are as diverse as her talent. “Girlfriends’ Guide” is a dramedy following a best-selling author of a self-help series who separates from he…

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TRIBECA: FREE RESOURCES, PROGRAMS & AWARDS FOR FILMMAKERS with Director of Artist Programs at Tribeca Studios Bryce Norbitz 23:34

2M ago23:34

23:34

BRYCE NORBITZ is currently the Director of Artist Programs at Tribeca Studios, where they oversee filmmaker development programming. Prior to this, they served as the Director of the Stowe Launch Program at Stowe Story Labs.Bryce also has extensive experience at the Tribeca Film Institute, where they held various roles including Director of Scripte…

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NYWIFT Muse Awards RED CARPET: Kyra Sedgwick, Alex Borstein, Tantoo Cardinal & more 22:42

4M ago22:42

22:42

Bonus Episode LIVE from the RED CARPET of the New York Women in Film and Television Muse Awards. First ever red carpet interviews with: - Tantoo Cardinal (04:41) - Michele Stephenson (05:31) - Raney Aronson-Rath (07:40) - Sibyl Reymundo-Santiago (09:32) - Alex Borstein (11:00) - Pat Swinney Kaufman (14:31) - Kyra Sedgwick (16:55) - Latasha Gillespi…

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The Do’s and Don’ts of PITCHING YOUR FILM with Hollywood Producer Carol Baum 22:01

9M ago22:01

22:01

I recorded the intro to this episode earlier this week and already it's outdated! The strike is over! We can now talk about how GREAT Carol Baum is. Carol Baum has produced thirty-four movies, seventeen of them independently. Before becoming an independent producer, Baum was co-president of Sandollar Productions, Dolly Parton and Sandy Gallin’s pro…

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Excerpt from ⁠⁠⁠Creative Producing: a Pitch-to-Picture Guide to Movie Development⁠⁠⁠⁠ by Carol Baum 10:26

9M ago10:26

10:26

One of Carol's superpowers as a successful producer is her relationships with WRITERs. She is credited for starting the careers of David O’Russell, Noah Baumbach, and Mike White, in addition to being Former VP at 20th Century Fox and Co-President of Sandollar Productions (founded by Dolly Parton and Sandy Gallin). This is an excerpt from Carol Baum…

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Mini-Series: Social Media Insights: Q&A Session with Expert Heidi Dean on Content, Branding, Analytics, and Networking (Part 4/4) 44:03

11M ago44:03

44:03

Ready to elevate your social media game? Join us for an enlightening session with Heidi Dean, a master of social media strategy, as we uncover the secrets to crafting an irresistible online persona. In this engaging episode, we're diving into your most pressing questions: How can you build a compelling brand on Instagram? Heidi shares practical ste…

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Mini-Series: Mastering Instagram Highlights: 3 Expert Tips with Social Media Strategist for Actors Heidi Dean (Part 3/4) 17:13

11M ago17:13

17:13

If you're wondering, "How can we use Instagram highlights to network effectively and even book jobs?" – you're in for a treat. Join us as Heidi Dean, the renowned social media strategist, unravels her secret playbook to harness Instagram Highlights for networking and job opportunities. Get ready to revamp your approach and master the art of strateg…

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Mini Series: Ready to Go Viral? Discover 3 Power Plays with Heidi Dean, Social Media Strategist for Actors (Part 2/4) 19:00

12M ago19:00

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Dreaming of making your social media posts go viral? Join us in this dynamic episode as we team up with social media strategist for actors, Heidi Dean, to unveil the secrets of going viral. Discover three powerful strategies to transform your online presence and create a buzz that resonates. From engaging content to trending techniques, we're here …

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Becoming... Executive Producer, Co-Creator and Host Keltie Knight ("SUPERFAN" on CBS; "Lady Gang") 1:05:01

12M ago1:05:01

1:05:01

Now before you go crazy and DM me that there's a SAG-AFTRA strike and I can't talk about a CBS production, listen to the episode intro, I address it all! KELTIE KNIGHT is a three-time Emmy award-winning television host whose credits include CBS's ENTERTAINMENT TONIGHT, THE THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE ON CBS, THE GRAMMYS RED CARPET LIVE and currently is…

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Mini-Series: Strategize Your Social Media during SAG-AFTRA Strike: 3 Tips for Actors from Heidi Dean, Social Media Strategist (Part 1/4) 15:38

12M ago15:38

15:38

What CAN actors do during the SAG-AFTRA strike? The SAG-AFTRA strike (not to mention the WGA strike) is causing ripples in the Entertainment industry. I've been consistently getting asked: - What are we allowed to talk about on social media? - How do we still stay pro-active? - What can we post about? - How do we further our careers when we can't e…

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Becoming... Series Regular Melissa Navia (Star Trek: Strange New Worlds on Paramount+) Season Finale 59:29

1y ago59:29

59:29

Let's end Season 4 with another interview with a Series Regular, shall we?I'm so happy to have Melissa Navia on the podcast. I've known her for years as a working actor in NY, booking co-stars and guest stars in some of our favorite NY shows. During the pandemic, Melissa booked the dream gig, a Series Regular role of Lieutenant Erica Ortegas on the…

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Becoming... Emmy-winning Producer and Director Michael Indjeian (Worked on: "Follow Her," "The Good Half" starring Nick Jonas, David Arquette, and Brittany Snow) 58:34

1y ago58:34

58:34

Michael Indjeian is a Daytime Emmy® winning Producer & Daytime Emmy® nominated Director with 5 total Daytime Emmy® nominations (2019-2022), and 26 years in film & television. Michael is known for producing the feature film, Follow Her (2022), and producing (57 episodes) & directing (7 episodes) the 2-time Daytime Emmy® winning PBS travel show, Sama…

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Becoming... Award-winning Producers, Writers and Actors Fiona and Sophia Robert (Feature films: "The Country Club," "A View of the World from Fifth Avenue") 56:20

1y ago56:20

56:20

Fiona and Sophia Robert are Producers, Writers, and Actors who have written roles for themselves in two feature films: The Country Club and A View of the World from Fifth Avenue. While The Country Club is available to stream right now, A View of the World from Fifth Avenue was cast by Mentor Julie Schubert and just premiered at Bentonville Film Fes…

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From Idea to Screen: 6 Tips to Successfully Write and Produce a Feature Film with the Robert Sisters 11:35

1y ago11:35

11:35

You asked for it! A bonus episode all about making your own film. And who better to ask than the Robert sisters? Sophia and Fiona Robert are two women who write, produce, and star in their own feature films. Their second feature film, A View of the World from Fifth Avenue, just premiered at Bentonville Film Festival (founded by Geena Davis) to a so…

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Becoming... Talent Manager Ingrid French (Insider Tips and Industry Insights) 1:04:25

1y ago1:04:25

1:04:25

INGRID FRENCH is a personal manager and owner of Ingrid French Management, a dynamic talent management company. IFM represents actors and models for commercial print, commercials, television, film, theatre and voice overs. IFM has recently booked clients for several commercial print campaigns including Verizon, GAP, Johnson and Johnson, and Target;…

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Becoming... Legendary Acting Coach Bob Krakower 40:38

1y ago40:38

40:38

"I don’t think an actors private life is entertainment for other people. So I never ask anybody any personal questions of any kind." BOB KRAKOWER is recognized as one of the top acting teachers and coaches in the business. His clients have been nominated for the Academy, Emmy, and Tony Awards. He is currently creating inaugural on-camera acting pro…

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Becoming... Series Regular & Indie filmmaker Izzy Stevens (Netflix, ABC, Cannes Diversity, Hollyshorts, Cinema Australia) 58:47

1y ago58:47

58:47

Want to make your own film and have no idea where to start? This episode answers so many questions with Mentor Izzy Stevens. IZZY STEVENS is an acclaimed Aussie-American Actress, widely regarded for her lead role in Netflix’s ‘Occupation’ Franchise among other lead roles in films such as ‘Rainfall’, ‘Underbelly’, ‘Puberty Blues’, and ‘Another Mothe…

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Becoming... Showrunner and Screenwriter Hank Steinberg (ABC's "For Life", "Without a Trace", ABC's "Nine," TNT's "The Last Ship," Upcoming show: "Doc") 51:38

1y ago51:38

51:38

We are so fortunate to have another Showrunner on the podcast. This time, Hank Steinberg. In 1997, Steinberg successfully sold the cable network HBO on 61*, a biographical drama about the legendary home-run race between Roger Maris and Mickey Mantle of the 1961 Yankees. The following year, Billy Crystal came aboard as a producer on the project and …

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Becoming... Producer & Post Production Supervisor Leslie Converse ("Marriage Story," "Hillbilly Elegy," "Stepford Wives," "White Noise") 58:44

1y ago58:44

58:44

Did you know what it takes to be a post production supervisor? Or that it's a possible way to climb up the track to Executive Producer? LESLIE CONVERSE is both a producer and a post-Production Supervisor. She tells us about her start in the industry, assisting Director Frank Oz on movies such as The Indian in the Cupboard, In & Out starring Kevin K…

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3 Actionable tips to starting your PR strategy before getting a publicist 31:57

1y ago31:57

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Waiting to hire a publicist when you book something BIG? It may be too late.Former publicist Diane Foy breaks down why it's a tall ask for a publicist to start promoting your big project without all of the basics set up, things you can do NOW. It can also start your interview journey and prepare you for those bigger media outlets. How can you do Th…

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Becoming... Actress and viral Content Creator Courtney Michelle Dlugos (450k on TikTok w/ 20 mill likes) 1:01:16

1y ago1:01:16

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Courtney Michelle Dlugos is an actress and viral content creator with (at the time of this episode airing) 450k followers on Tik Tok with over 20million likes and 127k followers on Instagram. She creates her own work every day on social media, many of which are sponsored/branded. In this episode, we talk about: • The vulnerability of creating your …

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Becoming... Showrunner Marta Kauffman - FRIENDS, GRACE & FRANKIE, Actor Advice, Improv on Set, Pitching Tips, and more (Repost) 50:32

1+ y ago50:32

50:32

Marta Kauffman is an Emmy- and Golden Globe-winning television writer, producer, and showrunner behind the hit series Friends and Grace & Frankie. After graduating from Brandeis University, Kauffman got her big break alongside David Crane when their pilots Dream On (1990) and The Powers That Be (1992) were green-lit. The pair then launched Bright/K…

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Becoming Actor and Tony-nominated Broadway Producer Lamar Richardson ("DEATH OF A SALESMAN," "NEW YORK, NEW YORK") 1:10:36

1+ y ago1:10:36

1:10:36

LAMAR RICHARDSON is an actor and producer born in New Brunswick, New Jersey and raised in Charlotte, North Carolina. He received his B.A. from Columbia University in the City of New York in 2015. Shortly after, Lamar made his regional theater debut as 'Sylvester' in Phylicia Rashad's award-winning production of August Wilson's Ma Rainey's Black Bot…

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3 Tips for Building your Audience and Creating your Content Strategy with PR Expert Aliza Licht (BONUS) 27:56

1+ y ago27:56

27:56

Aliza Licht is back on the podcast for a special bonus episode. In celebration of her new book ON BRAND, Aliza takes us through her 3 actionable tips for building your audience and creating a strong content strategy that you can do right now. She reminds us to: - push through our discomfort in putting ourselves on video - make it easy for ourselves…

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Becoming Casting Director Erica Hart ("THAT DAMN MICHAEL CHE," "GODFATHER OF HARLEM," "THE BOLD TYPE") 1:09:29

1+ y ago1:09:29

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ERICA A HART, CSA, was born and raised in Washington, DC. Her casting experience spans into network, studio, independent films, commercials, and recently Broadway. Her television/streaming directorial casting credits include both seasons of THAT DAMN MICHAEL CHE (HBOMAX), JODIE, BLACK DON'T CRACK (ABC), BUST DOWN (PEACOCK) and THE GIRLS ON THE BUS …

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100th Episode - Becoming VP of Content Analysis in Lionsgate's Motion Picture Group Shaurya Nanavati 58:23

1+ y ago58:23

58:23

This is the 100th episode of Mentors on the Mic podcast, so I discuss how I started podcasting, my gratitude for my audience and mentors, and celebrating our wins. Our Mentor this week is Shaurya Nanavati, who manages the greenlighting process and provides guidance to drive content, distribution, and strategy decisions. Prior to his work at Lionsga…

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The Brand of You: Rooting Identity in Who you are and not what you do with Kara Barnett (Senior Creative at Apple TV+) 27:47

1+ y ago27:47

27:47

How do we detach from what we do? For over achievers especially, this can feel impossible. It especially hits home when you are in between jobs or not doing what you want to be doing. As an actress, I GET THIS. I understand what it is to question whether I can even call myself an actress if I'm not currently acting in anything. I'm so happy to have…

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Becoming... Director of Audience Development at iHeartMedia Amber Smith (Custom Podcasts) 38:05

1+ y ago38:05

38:05

As the Director of Audience Development on the custom podcast team, Amber Smith leads the team's podcast growth strategies, ensuring the content we produce for brands gets the largest reach. Amber started her career as a researcher on the Today show before jumping to audio. She has worked on multiple sides of the podcast industry as a producer for …

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Becoming... Hollywood's Spiritual Teacher Todd Savvas (Extra TV, The Morning show, KTLA, Good Day LA) 50:20

1+ y ago50:20

50:20

Todd Savvas is a spiritual teacher, modern mystic and Sage who has been working with people from all over the world for the last 17 years. He blends ancient wisdom with modern savvy to create powerful and quick transformation. In this episode, we talk about: • His start in Australia in fashion and advertising and how that has informed his current w…

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Becoming... Casting Director Maribeth Fox at Laura Rosenthal Casting ("Mildred Pierce," "A Quiet Place," "Murder Mystery 2," "The Kids are Alright") 50:32

1+ y ago50:32

50:32

This week’s mentor is casting director Maribeth Fox of Laura Rosenthal Casting. Maribeth has cast several of our favorites, including The Kids Are All Right with Annette Bening, Julianne Moore, and Mark Ruffalo; Mildred Pierce with Kate Winslet and Evan Rachel Wood; and Late Night with Mindy Kaling and Emma Thompson, and many more. In this episode …

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Self Tape Controversy & tips from Top CASTING DIRECTORS Part 2 (BONUS) 26:18

1+ y ago26:18

26:18

My reaction to the Self Tape Controversy. There's a lot going on right now in the world of Self Tapes. Lots of deadline articles and outrage. I discuss it on this special, last minute bonus episode and bring in some friends to touch on self tapes, including an upcoming guest, Maribeth Fox of Laura Rosenthal casting. Question: What do each of the fo…

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Becoming... Emmy winning Executive Producer Eric Tuchman ("The Handmaid's Tale," "Anastasia," "Kyle XY," "Eureka") 50:37

1+ y ago50:37

50:37

Eric Tuchman is an American producer and screenwriter. He is known for writing the Animation Adaptation for the 20th Century Fox animated movie Anastasia, as well as his work on the television series The Handmaid's Tale as a writer and Executive Producer. He was also the show runner of the TV series Kyle XY. He shared a 2017 Primetime Emmy award fo…

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Becoming... Film Producer Gaylyn Fraiche and former VP of Film & TV of Hello Sunshine ("Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2," "Cheetah Girls 2") 1:08:56

1+ y ago1:08:56

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Gaylyn Fraiche started as a Script Coordinator on the CBS series Johnny Bago for Executive Producers/Writers Peter Seaman and Jeffrey Price and Executive Producers Robert Zemeckis, Frank Marshall and Steve Starkey. Gaylyn’s first experience in feature films was as Oscar-Winning Director Curtis Hanson’s assistant on The River Wild, starring Meryl St…

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Becoming... CEO of Samuel Goldwyn Films Ben Feingold 56:14

1+ y ago56:14

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Ben Feingold is the current CEO of Samuel Goldwyn Films, which licenses, releases and distributes art-house, independent and foreign films. Previous to working at Samuel Goldwyn, he was the President of Columbia TriStar Home Video and the Former President Worldwide Home Entertainment Digital Distribution and Product Acquisitions at Sony Pictures. S…

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How Random Acts of Kindness day is your BEST Networking strategy 11:50

1+ y ago11:50

11:50

Happy Random Acts of Kindness Day! In this bonus episode, we dive into why 'random acts of kindness day' can be the strategy behind your networking. Learn what I do to network and maintain relationships as a podcast host and actor. While this is super effective for those in the Entertainment industry, I also teach this strategy to my communication …

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Becoming... Oscar Nominated Writer and Director Debra Granik ("Winter's Bone," "Leave No Trace," "Down to the Bone") 52:17

1+ y ago52:17

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Debra Granik is an American New York City-based independent film and documentary film director and screenwriter. She is most known for 2010's Winter's Bone, which starred Jennifer Lawrence in her breakout performance and for which Granik was nominated for Academy Award for Best Picture and Best Adapted Screenplay, 2004's Down to the Bone, which sta…

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Mini-Series: Making Atomic Habits SATISFYING with Guest host Kate Bone (part 5/5) 31:56

1+ y ago31:56

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Is reading Atomic Habits on your to-do list? For a lot of people, it's that book everyone has been talking about that you've been meaning to read.Look no further. Guest host and Actress Kate Bone joins us to discuss all things habits in this special 5 part mini series. In each mini episode, we will break down a part of Atomic Habits, complete with …

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Mini-Series: Making Atomic Habits EASY with Guest host Kate Bone (part 4/5) 26:45

1+ y ago26:45

26:45

Is reading Atomic Habits on your to-do list? For a lot of people, it's that book everyone has been talking about that you've been meaning to read. Look no further. Guest host and Actress Kate Bone joins us to discuss all things habits in this special 5 part mini series. In each mini episode, we will break down a part of Atomic Habits, complete with…

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Mini-Series: Making Atomic Habits ATTRACTIVE with Guest host Kate Bone (part 3/5) 27:42

1+ y ago27:42

27:42

Is reading Atomic Habits on your to-do list? For a lot of people, it's that book everyone has been talking about that you've been meaning to read. Look no further. Guest host and Actress Kate Bone joins us to discuss all things habits in this special 5 part mini series. In each mini episode, we will break down a part of Atomic Habits, complete with…

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Mini-Series: Making Atomic Habits OBVIOUS with Guest host Kate Bone (part 2/5) 25:13

1+ y ago25:13

25:13

Is reading Atomic Habits on your to-do list? For a lot of people, it's that book everyone has been talking about that you've been meaning to read. Look no further. Guest host and Actress Kate Bone joins us to discuss all things habits in this special 5 part mini series. In each mini episode, we will break down a part of Atomic Habits, complete with…

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Mini-Series: Creating Atomic Habits with Guest host Kate Bone (part 1) 21:03

1+ y ago21:03

21:03

Is reading Atomic Habits on your to-do list? For a lot of people, it's that book everyone has been talking about that you've been meaning to read. Look no further. Guest host and Actress Kate Bone joins us to discuss all things habits in this special 5 part mini series. In each mini episode, we will break down a part of Atomic Habits, complete with…

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Becoming... Actress and Series Regular Madison Shamoun ("The Lake," "Blackish," "#blackAF") 55:30

2y ago55:30

55:30

Born and raised in San Diego, California, Madison Shamoun’s passion for musical theater and talents for acting, dancing, and singing started when she was very young. Recognized for her star potential and undeniable talent, Madison is the recipient of two National Youth Theater Awards for Best Supporting Actress, for her performance as Lucy in “13” …

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4 Tips to Deal with Rejection (BONUS) 13:14

2y ago13:14

13:14

As an actor, I face rejection ALL OF THE FREAKIN TIME You don't even want to know how many auditions I've been on that I haven't booked. It's exhausting. As any creative artist would tell you, it's important to come up with some tips to deal with rejection because sometimes, it's incredibly devastating. We need tactics and tools to pull us out of i…

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