Actor Problems

Today's episode features TWO guests - Courtney Rioux and Kelsey Mathes.

Courtney Rioux (She/her/hers) is a multi-passionate creative. As an actor, you may have seen her most recently on Chicago Med, Fire, and PD as Paramedic Courtney, The Hot Shot spokesperson, or heard her voice on a Jimmy Dean, McDonald's, Sherwin Williams, or Hershey's TV commercial. But Courtney is also an advocate for actors. She does this as a host of the podcast The Whole Artist with Courtney Rioux, in teaching and coaching actors, and in her role as VP of the Chicago Sag-Aftra board. With each of these, she inspires and empowers actors to create a life of joy, freedom, and abundance. Follow her at @courtneyrioux on Insta and sign up for her V.I.P. updates and free gifts at CourtneyRioux.com.

Kelsey Mathes didn't submit a bio….but you should check out her instagram and website below ;)

Get to know our guests!

Courtney Rioux:

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/courtneyrioux,

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneyrioux

Website: www.courtneyrioux.com

Kelsey Mathes:

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-boss-life-balance-podcast/id1505371470

Instagram: www.instagram.com/yourcoachkelsey

Website: www.kammeditation.com

Things we chat about…

• Funks that both Courtney and Kelsey both found themselves in this past year
• The negative chatter that went through Courtney's head after an injury kept her off set
• A phone call that Courtney received from the AD of Chicago Med - while she was in the hospital
• How Kelsey busied herself as a distraction, after she lost her job
• Why it's important for coaches to share their vulnerabilities on social media
• What each of them learned about themselves as both professionals and humans during the past year

Books we chat about -

Untamed - by Glennon Doyle

Existential Kink - by Carolyn Elliot

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Previous episodes:

Stop Letting 2020 Be Your Crutch - with DaJuan Johnson

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Remember - we can be messy and still get the things that we want

#notperfect #stillenough

Today's episode features author, poet, and public speaker Devin Coleman.

Devin D. Coleman's work embodies the art of turning tragedy into triumph. Born and raised in Jacksonville, FL, Devin's life took an unexpected turn while he was a student at Florida A&M University. An act of poor judgment landed him in prison his senior year. It was during this time that Devin chose to redirect his life by harnessing his talent for writing. He subsequently published his first volume of poetry titled Prisoner to Poet: Thoughts of an Incarcerated Soul. Upon his release, Devin went on to complete his college education in 2008 graduating with a 3.7 GPA He serves his community in various ways by utilizing his skills and passion for civic engagement. Devin served as an Executive Board Member of the Florida Rights Restoration Coalition (FRRC), a Volunteer Board Member for the Duval Regional Juvenile Detention Center Advisory Council serving in the role of Secretary, serves on the Client Advisory Board (CAB) of Jacksonville Area Legal Aid, Member of the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Team as a part of Responsible Fatherhood -An Initiative of the Northeast Florida Healthy Start Coalition, Chairman of the Fatherhood Initiative Task Force in Jacksonville, FL, and a 2017 Criminal Justice Reform Lobby Day Ambassador. Devin's mission is to stimulate fatherhood engagement while using his story to provide a roadmap for recovery from mistakes. This passion has created opportunities for Devin to speak at various events across the nation. He has two video series (Fatherhood Friday and Fatherhood Tips on YouTube) as well as several workshops aimed at helping others turn the curve. His new book, Turning the Curve will be on pre-sale late December 2020. Get to know Devin: Website: devindcoleman.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/devindcoleman Facebook: Devin D. Coleman Instagram: @devindcoleman Twitter: @devindcoleman LinkedIn: Devin D. Coleman YouTube: Devin D. Coleman

Throwback Episodes:

• Why You Need Therapy (And How to Get it) with Abraham Sculley
• Why to Stop People Pleasing & "Fitting In" - with Art Mitch
• Speak Up! Difficult Convos and Emotional People - with Mel B Cook

Other things we mention:

• Kendall Ficklin - life and business coach: www.kendallficklin.com

Things we chat about…

You only have control of yourself and how you react to things Sometimes life gives you a test but you learn the lesson later If something isn't meant to be you need to learn to move on Make the plan and make the moves The window of opportunity isn't open forever It's not always about who you are, but you are are becoming

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Join us!

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• Shoot an email to [email protected] and put "Actor Problems Sponsor" in the subject line.
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Are we connected? (We totally should be….)

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Remember - we can be messy and still get the things that we want

#notperfect #stillenough

Today's episode features UK actor Lee Petcher.

NOTE: Episode focuses on death, grief and loss of loved ones. Feel free to save this episode for whenever you're ready for it or need it :)

Things we chat about…

Everyone experiences grief differently Work to train yourself for a healthy mind Everyone's grief looks/sounds different There is no set timeline for grief It's okay to feel your feelings no matter what they are It's okay to find yourself in darkness, just don't live there

Throwback Episode: Why You Need Therapy (And How To Get It) - with Abraham Sculley

Get to know Lee!

Instagram: @leepetcher http://www.instagram.com/leepetcher Twitter: https://twitter.com/leepetcher

The Mourning Brew Podcast

Website: themourningbrew.podbean.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themourningbrew Twitter: https://twitter.com/themourningbrew Instagram: www.instagram.com/themourningbrew

Plant Based Performers Podcast

https://www.instagram.com/pbperformerspod/ https://twitter.com/PBPerfomersPod

It's the holidays! And wouldn't you know it? We can use the example of how others choose to celebrate - or just be Scrooges - for why we feel the way we feel as actors. Stay with me on this one....it just might make you feel better about your acting career right now.

Things that come up:

• A personal story that shaped how I experience the holidays
• A reminder about actor feelings that we often neglect
• How our own journey's as actors shape the way we feel
• What we can do when things really suck to help make our selves feel better about where we're at
• Why comparison doesn't show us the full picture
• The difference between pretending things are happier than they are - and actually embracing the good that comes with the bad.

Links referenced:

• Untamed - Glennon Doyle
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Actor Resources

Did ya hear?? (Last chance!)

I'm giving away 100 free 1 on 1coaching sessions - but the offer expires December 31st, 2020!

Click here to grab a spot!

Join us!

• "Actor Problems" Facebook Group
• • www.facebook.com/groups/actorproblems

• Join the actor self-care newsletter!
• • www.tonyrossicoaching.com

Plus gain access to my free video series - "Why You Think You Suck (Even Though You Really Don't)"

For Sponsorship Inquiries

• Shoot an email to [email protected] and put "Actor Problems Sponsor" in the subject line.
• Wanna just support the podcast? You're the best. Head to patreon.com/tonyrossi for donation options, starting at $1/month.

Are we connected? (We totally should be….)

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Remember - we can be messy and still get the things that we want

#notperfect #stillenough

Today's episode features Chicago actress Deanna Reed Foster.

Deanna (she/her/hers) is a born and raised Chicago actor. She started her career later in life as she was a property manager for over 20 years. Since taking the leap to full time actor in 2013, Deanna can be seen in many movies and television shows. Pre pandemic, you could also see her on Chicago stages. She lives by the credo #LiveOnPurpose. She is all about helping find their purpose and equipping the to live fully in it.

Get to know Deanna!

Instagram: @deannareedfoster http://www.instagram.com/deannareedfoster

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Deanna.Reed.Foster/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DeannaKReed Website: www.deannareedfoster.com

I'm Tired – A Web Campaign

Website: www.togetherchicago.com/imtired Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImTiredWebCampaign/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ImTiredWebCamp1

Check out Tony's Backstage.com articles: https://www.backstage.com/magazine/author/tony-rossi/

Things we chat about…

Negativity doesn't need any help

It's okay to take Social Media breaks

You're Not Behind, You're Right Where You Need to Be

Education and Application are two different things

Put focus on the SHOW and the BUSINESS

If it's for you- you'll get it

Your character is just as important to work on as your talent

Changing your perspective can put you in a better place

Actor Resources

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I'm giving away ANOTHER round of free coaching sessions:

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Join us!

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Join the new weekly Actor Mindset call - every Sunday at 5pmCT/6pmET

• www.tonyrossicoaching.com/workwithtony

For Sponsorship Inquiries

• Shoot an email to [email protected] and put "Actor Problems Sponsor" in the subject line.
• Wanna just support the podcast? You're the best. Head to patreon.com/tonyrossi for donation options, starting at $1/month.

Are we connected? (We totally should be….)

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Remember - we can be messy and still get the things that we want

#notperfect #stillenough

Today's episode features Michael Turrentine

Michael Turrentine is an actor, writer, activist strutting over originally from Tulsa, Oklahoma, but is happy to live currently in the Windy City of Chicago. He a twin, a proud uncle, and a hoot and a half! He is currently working on writing projects for such as Broken Nose and About Face, as well as The New Colony. He also the proud host of his POC and Queer forward podcast "How's Your Heart?"

Get to know Michael!

Instagram: mturrentine5 - https://www.instagram.com/mturrentine5

Facebook: Michael Turrentine

How's Your Heart:

Twitter: @HowsYourHeart1- https://twitter.com/HowsYourHeart1

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HowsYourHeartPodcast/

Podcast: https://www.audaciousmachinecreative.com/howsyourheart

Things we chat about…

Finding Positivity in Trying Times

Happy People Aren't Always Happy

Taking Days off When Not Working is A Thing

Social Media Venting (or Lack thereof)

Negativity and Venting - have a time and place

Sex Talk 101

You Can't Compare Your Actor Journey to Other People's Destination

Why Your For Now Is Not Forever

Episode links:

Check out Michael's Broken Nose Theatre Reading! - brokennosetheatre.com

Previous episode: Why You Need Therapy (And How To Get It) - with Abraham Sculley

Because Josh, the editor, believe people need to see Michael and the stuffed avocado... it's the law: https://www.instagram.com/p/CGXmbVCJGw6/

Also...it's on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3keWOO5

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Actor Resources

Guess what?!

I'm giving away ANOTHER round of free coaching sessions:

Click here to grab a spot!

Join us!

• "Actor Problems" Facebook Group
• • www.facebook.com/groups/actorproblems

• Join the actor self-care newsletter!
• • www.tonyrossicoaching.com

• Plus gain access to my free video series - "Why You Think You Suck (Even Though You Really Don't)"

For Sponsorship Inquiries

• Shoot an email to [email protected] and put "Actor Problems Sponsor" in the subject line.
• Wanna just support the podcast? You're the best. Head to patreon.com/tonyrossi for donation options, starting at $1/month.

Are we connected? (We totally should be….)

• Instagram: @tony.rossi
• Twitter: @_tonyrossi
• TikTok: @tony.rossi
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/tonyrossicoaching

Remember - we can be messy and still get the things that we want

#notperfect #stillenough

...need I say more??

Here in the US - we're all pretty stressed right now.

• Why we predict worst case scenarios.
• Whether or not it's helpful.
• What to remember if the worst *does* happen.

...and more. Thanks for listening. Take of each other this week <3 PS - That applies whether you listen in 2020 or 2030 ;)

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Actor Resources

• Get a free Audible Trial**
• • www.audibletrial.com/tonyrossishow
• Check out my recommended reading list**
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Join us!

• "Actor Problems" Facebook Group
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• Join the actor self-care newsletter
• • www.tonyrossicoaching.com

• Plus gain access to my free video series - "Why You Think You Suck (Even Though You Really Don't)"

Remember - we can be messy and still get the things that we want

#notperfect #stillenough

This week's solo episode is all about....doing less

Without feeling guilty because you're still not where you want to be yet.

Epsiode topics:

• Why most of us are so stressed out right now
• How each of us have different "triggers" that make us extra stressed
• What to do in order to get through difficult times and properly manage our emotions and well being.
• Things to consider when we're beating ourselves up for "not doing more"
• How to be intentional with our time and energy, to better manage our stress

Today's episode features a crossover interview hosted by Josh Gunderson of the Milenial Agenda.

The topic? Getting through 2020

Guess what?!

I'm giving away ANOTHER round of free coaching sessions:

Click here to grab a spot!

Topics we cover:

• How to deal with shitty feelings
• Thoughts on rejection & how to handle them
• How to deal with toxic people
• Whether or not seeing things positively is possible in 2020
• Focusing on what's in our control - and what's not
• #DayJobProblems - even during COVID
• The importance of acknowledging other people

Join the new weekly Actor Mindset call - every Sunday at 5pmCT/6pmET

• www.tonyrossicoaching.com/workwithtony

The Millennial Agenda Podcast

• iTunes
• Spotify

Josh's social handle

• IG
• Twitter
• Website

Josh's memoir - "You're Doing it Wrong"

Join us!

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For Sponsorship Inquiries

• Shoot an email to [email protected] and put "Actor Problems Sponsor" in the subject line.
• Wanna just support the podcast? You're the best. Head to patreon.com/tonyrossi for donation options, starting at $1/month.

Are we connected? (We totally should be….)

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Remember - we can be messy and still get the things that we want

#notperfect #stillenough

Today's episode features a sneak-peak for a new offering I have available to actors. We cover comparison, rejection, and that negative, pesky voice inside your head - and how to deal with it.

Come and join the NEW "Actor Mindset" Weekly call!

Introducing the #notperfect Actor Family.

A group coaching program for actors who are ready to stress less, laugh more, and love themselves - regardless of where you are in your career, what's happening in the world, and helping with go throughs in your personal life.

Details to join are here - would love to connect you to the family :)

Things we chat about…

• The dilemma Tony recently found himself in
• How to determine if you're risk averse or not - and what to consider either way
• Dealing with the negative voice inside your head
• Two different strategies for managing that voice
• What Tony's own negative voice has been telling him lately
• The power of repetition and hearing the same lessons more than once
• The importance of community and what happens when you add in other people to your journey

Episode links

• Get a free Audible Trial**
• • www.audibletrial.com/tonyrossishow

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Actor Resources

Guess what?!

I'm giving away ANOTHER round of free coaching sessions:

Click here to grab a spot!

• "Actor Problems" Facebook Group
• • www.facebook.com/groups/actorproblems

• Join the actor self-care newsletter!
• • www.tonyrossicoaching.com

• Plus gain access to my free video series - "Why You Think You Suck (Even Though You Really Don't)"

For Sponsorship Inquiries

• Shoot an email to [email protected] and put "Actor Problems Sponsor" in the subject line.
• Wanna just support the podcast? You're the best. Head to patreon.com/tonyrossi for donation options, starting at $1/month.

Are we connected? (We totally should be….)

• Instagram: @tony.rossi
• Twitter: @_tonyrossi
• TikTok: @tony.rossi
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/tonyrossicoaching

Remember - we can be messy and still get the things that we want

#notperfect #stillenough