Sara Tomko brings warmth, wit, and wisdom in this episode, where she talks about her journey as an actor, from early roles with mockbuster studios to her breakout on Resident Alien.

With stories about manifesting her dream career, finding family on set, and navigating the ups and downs of showbiz, Sara opens up in a way that’s both inspiring and laugh-out-loud funny. Whether discussing her early love for theater, her time in the trenches with indie productions, or her powerful connection to characters and castmates, Sara’s spirit shines.

Episode Highlights:

• Sara’s imaginative childhood and how pretending at baseball games foreshadowed her acting career
• Transitioning from indie films and $25-a-day gigs to a major role on Resident Alien
• How rejection, resilience, and resourcefulness fueled her long game in the industry
• Deep bonds with castmates, including best friend Meredith Garretson and Aunt Linda Hamilton
• The unexpected emotional depth of Resident Alien and how sci-fi delivers human stories

You're going to love my conversation with Sara Tomko

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