Pretend Worlds Real People

“You have to make sure you really love it.”

Molly Burnett is a dynamic actress, writer, and producer known for Queen of the South, Days of Our Lives, and Law & Order: SVU. A Colorado native, Molly maintains her home state roots while working across the globe. In this episode, she shares her start in theater, honing her memorization skills on a legendary soap, and taking creative control of her career.

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- GIANT VOID (Coming Soon)

"Get experience wherever you live."

Rene Haynes has always wanted to be the one who puts actors on screen. After dipping her toe in the acting pool, she cut her teeth working as crew. Her dedication would soon open the door to casting extras in Dances With Wolves. Eighty projects later, Rene is a prolific Casting Director of such projects as: Killers of the Flower Moon, Prey, and Dark Winds. She talks about her beginnings, working in Montana, and casting indigenous performers. Tune in now!

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-Dark Winds Season 3 (Coming Soon!)

"Be in the moment."

"Being prepared is the best way to relax."

Suteara Vaughn and Jaedon Rio, of The Girl in the Pool, join the show to share their experience working on the film. Tune in as they touch on memorable on-set moments, preparation practices, and working with industry legends like Monica Potter, Kevin Pollak, and Freddie Prinze Jr!

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-The Girl in the Pool

Tune in with friend of the show, Matthew Smaldone, as he discusses his upcoming feature film, The Scars of Our Hands! Filmed entirely in Colorado, this epic fable follows two brothers as they trek through The Rockies to stop an arsonist. Matthew and his crew at Chameleon are the ones to watch in the years ahead, so don't sleep on this one. Catch the premiere here in Denver on August 18th at The Oriental Theater!

SHOUTOUTS & PROMOTIONS

-Reserve your Premiere Tickets!

-The Scars of Our Hands (Trailer)

-Chameleon Film Studios

“De-center yourself from your career.”

The wonderfully dynamic, Maura Kidwell, joins PWRP this week! A multi-hyphenate to the highest degree, Maura is an accomplished Actor, Writer, Producer, Director, and Intimacy Choreographer in training. Her journey spans from thriving theatrical spaces in St. Louis and Chicago, to her magnetic presence on shows like Sirens, South Side, and The Bear. Here, she shares her passion for artistic living, building a career in a new city, and finding foundation through parenthood!

SHOUTOUTS & PROMOTIONS

-WaitWhat Films

-Theatrical Intimacy Education

-Intimacy Choreography in Conversation with Ann James (Podcast)

“If you can make them laugh or cry, you can make them think.”

Gary Farmer is an Actor and Musician with a dynamic career that spans over fifty years in theater, film, and television. His most recent roles have filled the frames of Resident Alien, Reservation Dogs, and The Curse. Gary has also served as an advocate for indigenous health and livelihood in Canada and the United States. Here, he discusses the beginning of his artistic journey, fighting for the betterment of indigenous communities, and the importance of studying your culture.

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-Fancy Dance by Erica Tremblay

-Boil Alert w/ Layla Staats

“Find ways to satiate yourself.”

It is my great pleasure to welcome, Writer and Director, Erica Tremblay! Through her family’s dinner table stories, creating homemade short films, and watching VCR recordings of MTV; she has always sought after any form of storytelling. Her hard work, talent, and love for the craft would lead her to the Sundance Indigenous Program. There, she would find mentorship and representation amongst native artists like Sterlin Harjo. But this is just the tip of the iceberg to Erica’s fantastic story! You can catch her most recent work in Reservation Dogs, Dark Winds, and her feature film, Fancy Dance, starring Lily Gladstone!

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-NIWRC

-Support Native Films

-Fancy Dance

"Just make sure you always have something you're passionate about."

Brianna Brown knew she wanted to act at 14 years old, taking it upon herself to scour the yellow pages in search of an opportunity. Years later, she would leave her home state of Minnesota for Los Angeles in pursuit of a career on screen. Her career spans over 70 credits, a pivot into writing and producing, and the creation of her non-profit, Manifesting Your Mission. Brianna continues to study her craft, in addition to helping others hone theirs as well. Don't miss this episode!

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-Manifesting Your Mission

"Don't give up."

This week, we're joined by the incredibly talented actor, Jeff Holman. You've seen his comedic chops steal the scene in shows like Yellowjackets, Minx, Parks & Rec, and Amazon's Being The Ricardos. He opens up about finding his passion for performance in the first grade, making the jump to LA, and finding your power in the process!

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-West Side Rescue Mission

-Denver Zoo 

“You have to stay positive.”

Molly Mcowan is the epitome of a renaissance artist, with a love for skateboarding, surfing, climbing, and snowboarding. She’s lent her voice to video games such as Bully, performed stunts alongside Brie Larson in The Marvels, and embraced the volatile atmosphere of Dune: Part Two as one of Feyd Rautha’s Harpies. Her career has also expanded into the modeling industry. Here, she touches on her beginnings in entertainment, loving an active lifestyle, and her expedition into a ‘Rave Cave.’

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Take 3 Action Agency