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New York Talent: Mark Benson on Finding Where You Fit, Learning to Love Your Soul and the Value of Sharing Resources
Kenya welcomes the multi-talented New York artist, Mark Benson, a filmmaker, actor, and enthusiastic NYC walker. Mark shares his experiences on popular sets like “Law and Order”, “Succession”, and “Billions”, offering insights on finding his place in the entertainment industry and the importance of following your purpose by first loving your soul. He and Kenya discuss the value of creative expression, the beauty of people from diverse backgrounds coming together, and how nice it is when people share their resources to help others network and find their footing in the community. From background acting adventures to making his first short film while working at Krispy Kreme, Mark's journey is filled with inspiration. He also shares a few valuable lessons on dealing with naysayers and staying true to your unique creative path.
Also Talked About:
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If you really want to get to know NYC and connect with amazing people, background acting is a great way to do it.
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Mark did theater in Philadelphia in the 90s, and from then on he was hooked on performing and creative endeavors.
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Mark got curious about bigger sets after directing a few short films and decided to sign up for Central Casting.
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What true diversity looks like in a scene with 600 people, and the beauty of people from all walks of life coming together.
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When people share resources and aren’t territorial with their opportunities or contacts, it is a beautiful thing.
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How entertainment has mirrored the growth and evolution of the human consciousness… sometimes.
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More about Mark making his first short film, ‘Casual Friday’ while working his corporate job at Krispy Kreme, and the ways that art imitates life.
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“Love the Soul” is not only the name of Mark’s e-mail newsletter and production company but the idea that being in touch with your soul is like pointing your compass in the right direction.
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It’s okay if some people don’t get what you’re creating. In fact, that means you are doing things right.
Say Hi To Us:
Needed On Set | FB | IG | TikTok
Source & Cast
Kenya: IG
Guest:
Mark: Website | IG
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Kenya welcomes the multi-talented New York artist, Mark Benson, a filmmaker, actor, and enthusiastic NYC walker. Mark shares his experiences on popular sets like “Law and Order”, “Succession”, and “Billions”, offering insights on finding his place in the entertainment industry and the importance of following your purpose by first loving your soul. He and Kenya discuss the value of creative expression, the beauty of people from diverse backgrounds coming together, and how nice it is when people share their resources to help others network and find their footing in the community. From background acting adventures to making his first short film while working at Krispy Kreme, Mark's journey is filled with inspiration. He also shares a few valuable lessons on dealing with naysayers and staying true to your unique creative path.
Also Talked About:
-
If you really want to get to know NYC and connect with amazing people, background acting is a great way to do it.
-
Mark did theater in Philadelphia in the 90s, and from then on he was hooked on performing and creative endeavors.
-
Mark got curious about bigger sets after directing a few short films and decided to sign up for Central Casting.
-
What true diversity looks like in a scene with 600 people, and the beauty of people from all walks of life coming together.
-
When people share resources and aren’t territorial with their opportunities or contacts, it is a beautiful thing.
-
How entertainment has mirrored the growth and evolution of the human consciousness… sometimes.
-
More about Mark making his first short film, ‘Casual Friday’ while working his corporate job at Krispy Kreme, and the ways that art imitates life.
-
“Love the Soul” is not only the name of Mark’s e-mail newsletter and production company but the idea that being in touch with your soul is like pointing your compass in the right direction.
-
It’s okay if some people don’t get what you’re creating. In fact, that means you are doing things right.
Say Hi To Us:
Needed On Set | FB | IG | TikTok
Source & Cast
Kenya: IG
Guest:
Mark: Website | IG