Speak L.A. the Podcast

A Mixed Race Actress shares a story about how it feels to be told she can "only pick one."

(Kim's Convenience, Train 48)

In this episode, we discussed:

1. How a small piece of theatre became a hit television show.

2. What to do when everyone around you says "No…"

3. Why you should never deny who you are and where you're from.

A Latin American Actor shares how it feels to always have to wait for a role to come his way because of the color of his skin

(Parks and Recreation, Good Girls, Barry, Rosewood)

In this podcast, we discuss:

1. What if theatre isn't in your family's background but you're sure it's your calling?

2. How can you make the transition from theatre to film & TV?

3. Why we should all stop using the word "success"?

4. Why and How Rodney says we should all be creating our own work?

A mixed-race actress from the UK shares the challenges of auditioning for roles that don't match the person she is.

(The Hangover, Step Brothers, Walk of Shame)

Here's what you'll get from this podcast:

(A lot of laughs and…)

1) When is "too old" to start an acting career?

2) Do you need connections to get ahead as an actor?

3) What's a powerful trick to being really good at comedy?

In this episode, you will learn:

1. As a brand new actor planning to move to LA, what are the first 5 MOST IMPORTANT things you should do?

2. What does it mean to have an entrepreneurial mindset and do YOU have one?

3. What are the advantages and disadvantages of creating your own business?

4. How can you as an actor make helpful connections in the entertainment business in a way that isn't scary and icky?

An American Latinx Acting Coach shares a story about the challenges felt by many actors of color in the casting room and classroom.

In this podcast we covered:

1. How can you help yourself with actor depression?

2. What is radical self care and why should you be doing it?

3. How can you best deal with rejection as an actor?

4. What do you do about a friendship that is not making you feel good?

(In Darfur, Spare Rib, No One is Forgotten, Penetration Play)

In this episode, you will learn:

1. What can you do if you feel like you don't "fit" into the typical character "types" in film and tv?

2. Why do actors make great writers?

3. What should you, as an actor, be writing about?

4. How can you approach a brand new script?

5. How can writing help you with your own frustrations in life?