Modeling and Wellbeing Podcast

Modeling and Wellbeing Podcast

By Larisa ArnoldEducationSelf-Improvement
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Modeling and Wellbeing Podcast episodes

  • E33: LISTEN! 3 Juicy Trends in 2026 You DEFINITELY Wanna Know

    Welcome to the Modeling and Wellbeing Podcast!

    Learn about 3 juicy 2026 trends you DEFINITELY wanna be aware of! 

    1. Digital transformation and AI (yikes!)
    2. Growth of User Generated Content (UGC) 
    3. Film & Television Tax Credit Programs

    Plus, we’re sharing some ideas on how you can incorporate these into your careers to grow your brand (YOU) even more. 2026 is about to be popping!

    Let's stay connected! Leave a review, show some love on socials, including our NEW Modeling and Wellbeing Podcast IG page:

    • Website: www.larisaarnold.com 
    • Podcast IG: instagram.com/modelingandwellbeingpodcast/ 
    • Larisa’s IG: instagram.com/itslarisadee/ 
    • TikTok: tiktok.com/@itslarisadee 
    • YouTube: youtube.com/@itslarisadee 
    • Inquires: [email protected]

    Thank you so much for watching and supporting!

    With love,

    Larisa Dee


    Sources:

    • 7 Media Trends That Will Redefine Entertainment In 2026: https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2025/12/10/7-media-trends-that-will-redefine-entertainment-in-2026/ 
    • Outlook for Entertainment and Media Leaders in 2026: https://www.ghjadvisors.com/ghj-insights/outlook-for-entertainment-and-media-leaders-in-2026 
    • 5 Video Content Strategies Businesses Need to Use in 2026: https://www.entrepreneur.com/growing-a-business/how-businesses-should-rethink-video-strategy-for-2026/500810 
    •  California’s Film and Television Tax Credit Program: https://www.gov.ca.gov/2025/11/20/governor-newsom-announces-next-round-of-film-and-tv-tax-credits-hit-series-baywatch-returning-to-california/  
    • The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA): https://www.ghjadvisors.com/ghj-resource-hubs/tax-legislative-updates-resource-hub 
    • About Actor’s Unions: https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/actors-unions-101-70119/ AND https://allcasting.com/blog/casting-faqs/difference-between-union-nonunion#Union%20Job%20vs.%20Non-Union%20Job 
    • States’ Film and TV Production Budget Overview: https://greenslate.com/blog/state-by-state-film-tv-production-tax-credit-updates?utm_source=chatgpt.com
    • Learn About UGC: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JE2HoOsqnjI
    21 min
  • E32: STOP Fearing ‘No’: It Might Be Saving You!

    Welcome to the Modeling & Wellbeing Podcast!

    In this episode, we are addressing a common theme: REJECTION and CRITICISM! Such a common thing that us talent and people face so we are addressing this:

    • How we tend to process rejection
    • Reframing rejection to redirection
    • Not taking rejection personal and insight into how casting directors might think when selecting talent

    Let's stay connected! Leave a review, show some love on socials and share how I can better serve you. Thanks for tuning in!

    • Website: www.larisaarnold.com 
    • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@itslarisadee
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itslarisadee
    • Tik Tok: http://www.tiktok.com/@itslarisadee
    • Threads: https://www.threads.net/@itslarisadee
    • Email: [email protected]

    Sources:

    • Audition vs Bookings Stats: https://blog.castmenow.co/ultimate-guide-to-audition-success-metrics/#:~:text=For%20example%2C%20newer%20actors%20might,your%20training%20and%20career%20strategy.
    • Mel Robbins and Will Packer Podcast Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e_9UHSj0qE4
    24 min
  • E31: NEW YEAR, Should You Get Into UGC?? Let’s Talk About It!

    Summary on Anchor

    Welcome to the Modeling and Wellbeing Podcast! Tune in to learn more about the ins and outs of UGC and my personal experience with it so far. Overall, models and talent, UGC is a growing wave and you don’t want to miss it!


    Let's stay connected! Leave a review, show some love on socials and share how I can better serve you. Thanks for tuning in!

    • NEW WEBSITE REBRAND: www.larisaarnold.com 
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/risasnuggs/
    • Tik Tok: http://www.tiktok.com/@risasnuggs 
    • Threads: https://www.threads.net/@risasnuggs 

    • Sources:

      • Support LA Wildfires: https://lacity.gov/LAstrong; https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/how-to-help-la-fire-victims 
      • Larisa’s UGC examples: https://www.larisaarnold.com/ugc 
      • Backstage: https://www.backstage.com/
      • Newbook Models: https://newbookmodels.com/
      • UGC Shop: https://ugc-shop.com/pages/content-creators
      • YouTube 2025 UGC guide:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YscLfnHVTgQ
      • 21 min
      • E30: YASS to These 3 Model Resources/Tips!

        Welcome to the Modeling and Wellbeing Podcast! Learn about these three model resources and tips that just might up your model game and expand your network.

        Let's stay connected! Leave a review, show some love on socials and share how I can better serve you. Thanks for tuning in!

        • Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/risasnuggs/⁠
        • Website: www.larisaarnold.com 
        • Tik Tok: ⁠http://www.tiktok.com/@risasnuggs⁠ 
        • Threads: ⁠https://www.threads.net/@risasnuggs⁠ 
        • Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠
        • Sources

          • Newbook Models: https://newbookmodels.com/
          • Media Lab Science: https://www.medialabscience.com/ 
          • 14 min
          • E29: Welp, I’m MOVING to CALIFORNIA: My Testimony & Reminder to Trust Your Gut!

            Welcome to the Modeling and Wellbeing Podcast! After a long break, popping back to share what I have been up to, my testimonial about my move to L.A. and also sneaking in a couple of reminders to trust your gut and divine journey.

            Let's stay connected! Leave a review, show some love on socials and share how I can better serve you. Thanks for tuning in!

            • Website: www.larisaarnold.com 
            • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/risasnuggs/
            • Tik Tok: http://www.tiktok.com/@risasnuggs 
            • Threads: https://www.threads.net/@risasnuggs 
            • 23 min
            • E28: Use These 4 Journals To Boost Your Wellbeing

              Welcome to the Modeling and Wellbeing Podcast! Are you looking for a new 2024 journals to help keep you aligned mentally, spiritually, emotionally or even deepen your relationship with self? These four journals might help you stay accountable toward your holistic wellbeing goals! Check out direct links to the journals mentioned throughout the episode below.


              JOURNAL LINKS

              Day to Day Journals

              • Dragontree Dreambook Planner: https://dreambook.vision/ 
              • Target Journals: https://www.target.com/c/journals-school-office-supplies/-/N-i8t6a 
              • Amazon Journals: https://www.amazon.com/journals/s?k=journals 
              • Faith Journals

                • “100 Days of Believing Bigger”: https://www.dayspring.com/marshawn-evans-daniels-100-days-of-believing-bigger-devotional-journal
                • Faith journals: https://faith-journals.com/ 
                • Self-Exploration Journals

                  • “Start Where You Are”: https://www.meeralee.com/startwhereyouare 
                  • Top self-exploration journals: https://www.creativeartnsoul.com/guided-journals-for-self-discovery/
                  • Finance Journal 

                    • How to Track Your Finances Like a Boss: https://youtu.be/LDChWnZjTgw?si=AiF4WdC-JggbyIT2
                      • Budget Planners: https://www.amazon.com/financial-journal/s?k=financial+journal 

                      • Sources:

                        • https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33970079/
                        • https://www.healthline.com/health/benefits-of-journaling#perspective 
                        • https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6305886/ 

                        • Let's stay connected! Leave a review, show some love on socials and share how I can better serve you. Thanks for tuning in!

                          • Website: www.larisaarnold.com 
                          • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/risasnuggs/
                          • Tik Tok: http://www.tiktok.com/@risasnuggs 
                          • Threads: https://www.threads.net/@risasnuggs 
                          • 21 min
                          • E27: 2024 Model/Talent TRENDS You Should Know About

                            Welcome to the Modeling and Wellbeing Podcast! Listen to 5 trends that you want to be aware of as you are reaching for success in this industry. What other trends do you know of? Make sure you share in our podcast community or help a model/talent friend out!

                            Let's stay connected! Leave a review, show some love on socials and share how I can better serve you. Thanks for tuning in!


                            • Website: www.larisaarnold.com 
                            • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/risasnuggs/
                            • Tik Tok: http://www.tiktok.com/@risasnuggs 
                            • 20 min
                            • E26: 3 Reasons Why You're Probably Not Getting Booked, Sorry!

                              Summary on Anchor

                              Welcome to the Modeling and Wellbeing Podcast! Learn 3 reasons why you might not be getting booked. What will you do to step up your game this year as a model and talent? Let's go!

                              Resources:

                              • https://www.allmyfriendsaremodels.com/model-not-booking-work/
                              • https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/finding-a-job/how-many-application-to-get-a-job 
                              • https://legaljobs.io/blog/interview-statistics/ 
                              • Let's stay connected! Leave a review, show some love on socials and share how I can better serve you. Thanks for tuning in!

                                • Website: www.larisaarnold.com 
                                • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/risasnuggs/
                                • Tik Tok: http://www.tiktok.com/@risasnuggs 
                                • 22 min
                                • E25: Are You Limiting Yourself? Let’s Talk Unlocking CREATIVITY

                                  Welcome to the Modeling and Wellbeing Podcast Listen as I talk through 3 tips to unlocking your creativity: exploring creativity, making space for creativity and practicing mindfulness to listen to your mind and body throughout the exploration process.

                                  Let's stay connected! Leave a review, show some love on socials and share how I can better serve you. Thanks for tuning in!

                                  • Website: www.larisaarnold.com 
                                  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/risasnuggs/
                                  • Tik Tok: http://www.tiktok.com/@risasnuggs 
                                  • 17 min
                                  • E24: Warm Welcome Back, Inspiration and 3 Ways to Grow as a Model!

                                    Summary on Anchor

                                    Welcome to SEASON 3 of the Modeling and Wellbeing Podcast! I’m grateful to continue cultivating this space of positive vibes, tips and straight up energy together. We’re kicking off our first episode of S3 with some good ole connection, inspiration I’d like to share to encourage you and 3 ways to grow as a model! This includes:

                                    1. STUDY STUDY STUDY
                                    2. PORTFOLIO
                                    3. THINKING BIG & EXPANDING
                                    4. Let's stay connected! Leave a review, show some love on socials and share how I can better serve you. Thanks for tuning in!

                                      • Website: www.larisaarnold.com 
                                      • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/risasnuggs/
                                      • Tik Tok: http://www.tiktok.com/@risasnuggs 
                                      • 26 min

                                      About Modeling and Wellbeing Podcast

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                                      The Modeling and Wellbeing Podcast is designed to help aspiring models learn the ins and outs of how to thrive in the model industry, at the same time, sharing wellness resources and tips to help…