What if you could get out of your head and into your body on command?

What if the emotional life of a character didn’t have to be something you hoped would arrive, but something you could actually access, embody, and repeat, take after take?

And what if the experiences that once knocked you off course could become part of the very instrument you use to create?

On this episode of Thriving Artists: The Daily Joyride, I sit down with actor, director, acting coach, author, and creative force Murisa Harba to explore what happens when energy becomes craft and life becomes material.

Murisa is the founder of About The Work Actors Studio and creator of The Chakra Approach® and The Macro Method. Her book, Acting With Energy, asks a tantalizing question: What if actors could learn to play the body’s energy centers like notes, building emotional “chords” that remain spontaneous, specific, and gloriously repeatable?

We travel from Boston University and Grotowski training through heartbreak, PTSD, teaching, and the discovery of a technique that could reach places emotional recall couldn’t, including the astonishing story of how Murisa stayed fully alive through 42 takes of the film’s crucial emotional turning point, without sacrificing its truth or spontaneity.

But then the conversation cracks open.

We talk about her family’s war-refugee roots, creativity and oneness, communication beyond words, fear, faith, Dirty Dancing, stepping beyond the comfort zone, and the question humming underneath it all:

How do we turn what life gives us into something we can give back?

And then there’s MattBeth, Murisa’s audacious reimagining of Shakespeare’s Macbeth, which she directed, produced, acted in, and brought to life alongside dozens of her own acting students.

This one’s about ENERGY. EMBODIMENT. COURAGE. CRAFT.

And just how much life we’re willing to let move through us.

CONNECT WITH MURISA 

Explore Murisa’s work, Acting With Energy, The Chakra Approach®, and follow her film, MattBeth

Murisa Harba on Instagram: @murisaharba

Learn more at Murisa’s studio: About The Work Actors Studio

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Come experience what happens when a roomful of artist-citizens gets curious about just how much life can move through us.

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Your first audit is free.  ✨

And if this episode makes you think of someone who’s hungry to feel a little more ALIVE, send it their way.

If you know an artist wondering what they might do with all that imagination, sensitivity, heartbreak, hilarity, courage, and creative voltage they’re carrying around, send them to me.

There’s room in the playground and I’d love to welcome you there. 🎭

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Meet Cute Intro

01:10 Join the Acting Classes

02:22 Guest Bio Spotlight

04:11 Pre-Show Dance Medicine

05:33 Origins & Training

08:32 LA Move & Heartbreak

10:26 Discovering the Chakra “Notes”

12:41 Rock Bottom to Teaching

16:17 About The Work Is Born

16:55 Acting With Energy

19:15 Making Emotion Repeatable

22:19 The 42-Take Test

27:54 Stamina, Energy & Life Force

31:14 Choosing Faith Early

32:48 Artistry & Oneness

35:19 War Refugee Roots

37:21 Communication Beyond Words

39:24 The Chakra Approach®

40:51 Ballroom, Fear & Going for It

43:14 The Body Remembers

45:41 Dirty Dancing & Creative Influence

49:05 Bold Choices Beyond the Comfort Zone

51:25 MattBeth: Taking the Work to Film

53:40 The Joyride Home

What do you do when life feels like too much?

How do you stay connected to your artistry when grief, uncertainty, loss, and the sheer weight of being human come knocking?

And what if your creativity isn’t something you need to protect from the difficult parts of life, but one of the very things that can help carry you through them?

In this deeply moving episode of Thriving Artists: The Daily Joyride, I sit down with coach and consultant Anna K. Morris for a conversation about feeling it ALL and discovering the agency, freedom, and even joy available when we stop resisting what is already here.

Anna shares her journey from abandoning early dreams of performing in order to belong, to moving to New York at 21 and living through 9/11, to eventually finding her way back to herself through transformational work, embodiment, intuition, and art.

We also venture into profoundly personal territory as Anna shares the loss of her mother to stage-four pancreatic cancer, navigating her father’s Alzheimer’s and stage-four bladder cancer, and what grief has taught her about acceptance, resilience, creativity, and choosing life exactly as it is.

This conversation isn’t about pretending everything is wonderful.

It’s about discovering how much life becomes available when we stop fighting what’s here.

Feel it. Tell the truth. Create from there.

That, my friends, is where freedom begins.

CONNECT WITH ANNA K. MORRIS

Instagram: @iamannakmorris

Work with Anna:

Anna K. Morris | Feel Free Everywhere

🎭 COME PLAY WITH ME: FREE CREATIVE GATHERING + OPEN HOUSE ACTING CLASS

Want to experience what happens when actors gather in a room devoted to creativity, imagination, truth, play, and full self-expression?

Join me August 17 at 11:00 AM PT on Zoom for a FREE Creative Gathering + Acting Class Open House.

Come simply to soak it all in, or bring a monologue or speech you’d love to explore.

DM me “YES” on Instagram @RobynCohenActingStudio  or email me at [email protected], and I’ll personally send you the Zoom link.

🔥 LOS ANGELES: LET’S GO DEEPER

If you’re ready to get into the room and really work, join me August 29 & 30 at The Victory Theatre Center in Burbank, California for an immersive, in-person acting workshop.

Two days of craft, courage, creative expansion, artistic growth, and the particular kind of magic that can only happen when we gather together in a theatre.

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Come for conversations about acting, artistry, mindset, creative courage, performance, and building a life in which you don’t merely survive your calling.

You thrive inside it.

And if this episode moved you, send it to someone you love. It might be exactly what they need to hear today.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Welcome and Theme

00:20 Acting Classes Invite

01:33 Meet Anna K. Morris

03:32 Human Glitter Intro

05:36 Why Not Comedy

09:53 Family, Acceptance & Survival

10:49 Acceptance and Approval

14:06 Choosing Everything

17:51 Resistance Is the Problem

19:42 Grief and Intuition

26:55 Dance and Improv as Healing

29:28 AI vs. Intuition

30:16 Inside Knowing

31:17 Resistance and Loss

33:12 Finding Joy Again

34:36 Feeling the Feelings

36:39 Training After Mom

39:46 Signs and the Puppy

44:12 Choosing the Gift

46:26 Journaling and Walking

47:06 Resilience and Parenting

51:19 Reflections on Self-Worth

54:13 How Grief Changes Over Time

58:48 Tell the Truth

59:54 Outro and Community

What if one conscious breath could begin changing your relationship with anxiety… creativity… performance… and even your life?

What if the body already knows how to heal, and we’ve simply forgotten how to listen?

And what if becoming a better actor actually begins by becoming a more regulated human being?

In this deeply nourishing episode of Thriving Artists: The Daily Joyride, Robyn Cohen sits down with one of her dearest friends, Daniella DeVarney—actor, dancer, Harvard-trained therapist, yoga teacher, breathwork facilitator, Wellness Walks founder, mother, and one of the wisest, kindest human beings you’ll ever meet.

Together they explore how breath, movement, nervous system regulation, community, creativity, and meaningful relationships help us expand our capacity for life.

Daniella shares the remarkable research behind a simple breath practice shown to improve sleep, reduce anxiety and stress, and increase resilience after only a few days of practice.

But this conversation goes far beyond breathing.

It’s about becoming more fully alive.

Whether you’re an actor, artist, parent, entrepreneur, or simply someone longing for a little more ease, joy, and wholeness, this episode is an invitation to come home to yourself.

In this episode…

• How breathwork changes the nervous system

• Why actors need regulation before performance

• The surprising Harvard research on breath and resilience

• Moving from debilitating shyness to a creative life

• Why relationships are one of the greatest predictors of longevity

• Walking as therapy and the origins of EMDR

• Expanding your capacity for joy, creativity, and life

• Following intuition without abandoning practicality

• The healing power of community

• What thriving really looks like

Connect with Daniella DeVarney

Instagram:

@DaniellaDeVarney

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Every week we explore best acting practices, creative mindset, healing from setbacks, high performance tools, finding joy in the journey, and the remarkable adventure of becoming more fully ourselves.

Time Stamps:

00:00 Welcome & Acting Community

02:10 Meet Daniella DeVarney

09:40 Growing Beyond Shyness

15:20 The Breath Study That Changed Everything

22:00 Better Sleep Through Breath

28:00 Relationships, Community & Longevity

34:30 Purpose Beyond Achievement

40:05 Wellness Walks & EMDR

44:00 A Personal Healing Story

49:00 Breath, Performance & Expanding Capacity

56:00 Intuition, Creativity & Trust

1:03:00 Connect with Daniella

1:08:00 Robyn’s Closing Reflections

Come ride. Let’s thrive. Together. ✨

Robyn Cohen

Thriving Artists: The Daily Joyride

What if your creativity, confidence, and freedom were waiting on the other side of reclaiming your sovereignty?

And what if the “no” you’ve been resisting was actually redirecting you toward the life and artistry meant for you all along?

In this expansive and deeply energizing episode of Thriving Artists: The Daily Joyride, host Robyn Cohen welcomes Camila Greenberg, sovereignty coach, intuitive healer, artist, podcast host, former child television star, and founder of Soul Space, for a conversation about creativity, agency, authenticity, surrender, and what it really means to trust your path as an artist and human being.

They discuss handling rejection in auditions by questioning the meaning assigned to a “no,” tracking how roles change you, and staying creative by accepting what is, while tapping into mystical and synchronistic energies. Cohen shares acting training opportunities as vessel-building for story and invites listeners to connect for details on online and in-person acting community options.

Connect with Camila Greenberg 

Instagram: @CamilaGreenberg

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👉 Observe how actors develop presence, power and full self-expression in professional acting classes.

👉 Watch what happens when actors stop waiting and start embodying their agency and artistry.

Subscribe to Thriving Artists: The Daily Joyride

This channel dismantles the myth that actors must struggle and starve to succeed.

Subscribe for interviews with top experts and celebrities on acting mindset, performance psychology, audition confidence, and building a thriving creative career.

You don’t have to force your dream into existence.

You can become the version of you who naturally lives it.

Time Stamps:

00:00 Meet Camila Greenberg

00:47 Join the Acting Community

03:41 What Sovereignty Means

06:25 Blood Memory and Origins

08:57 From Child Actor to LA

10:53 Creativity Needs Sovereignty

15:22 Yes And Life Path

19:01 Tow Truck Synchronicity

24:37 Handling Audition Rejection

25:55 Reframing the No

27:54 Acting as Human Growth

29:12 When Acting Isnt Your Path

31:51 Surrender and Synchronicity

33:43 Empathy Over Judgment

38:29 Mentors and Saturn Return

41:21 Following the Heart to Work

44:55 Freedom Message and Farewell

48:36 Host Reflection and Next Steps

Do you want to know how to become undeniable as an actor?

Ever wonder why certain performers are absolutely mesmerizing?

What if you could train your mind not just for success — but to genuinely love your life as a creative?

In this powerful episode of Thriving Artists: The Daily Joyride, host Robyn Cohen interviews hypnotherapist Joe Tabbanella about hypnosis for actors, confidence training, performance mindset, and how to create a successful acting career without burnout.

This is not motivational fluff.

This is practical mental conditioning for performers.

You’ll learn:

• How to rewire self-doubt at the subconscious level

• The hypnosis method that builds magnetic presence and meaningful careers.

• How to love the audition process instead of fearing it

• How to turn the dream in your mind into physical reality

• Daily mental practices that create confidence and career momentum

If you want to become a captivating, undeniable actor — and enjoy the journey along the way — this episode gives you a tangible path. Success does not have to come from pushing, scraping, or begging. You can love your life into existence — and build your dream sustainably.

Connect with Joe Tabbanella

Website: TabbTechnique.com

Instagram: @JoeTabbanella

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Watch actors train presence, confidence, and process live.

🎟 Actor Showcase — March 4 @ 8PM

Victory Theatre Center—Burbank, CA 

Want to see these tools in action?

Join us live and experience mesmerizing performances by actors who are applying these practices right now — shimmering, shining, and fully alive in the hands of extraordinary writing.

Reserve your free seat:

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See what happens when actors stop waiting and start embodying their power and artistry.

Subscribe to Thriving Artists: The Daily Joyride

This channel dismantles the myth that actors must struggle and starve to succeed.

Subscribe for interviews on acting mindset, performance psychology, audition confidence, and building a thriving creative career.

You don’t have to force your dream into existence.

You can become the version of you who naturally lives it.

Time Stamps:

00:00 Show Relaunch + Why This Episode Is Personal

00:59 Inviting You In: Actor’s Showcase & Free Class Audit

01:49 Meet Joe Tabbanella: Hypnosis, NLP & the Mindset Behind Success

32:43 Loving Your Life Into Existence (and the Body ‘Gets Jealous’)

01:02:22 Play, People-Pleasing, and Not Abandoning Yourself Mid-Game

01:06:08 Healing a Divided World: Hold a Positive Vision (Not a Reaction)

01:09:11 Keep Your Joy While Adjusting Behavior: Approval, Boundaries, and Self-Trust

01:21:43 A Step-by-Step Process to Release Stuck Emotions (Breath, Body, Meaning)

01:32:13 2035 Vision + Miraculous Client Stories: Success, Trust & Future Self

Ever wonder how to bring authentic power and joy into your acting career? Curious about the secret ingredients to thriving as an artist? Ready to rewrite the narrative of the 'starving artist' myth once and for all? Join host Robyn Cohen on 'Thriving Artists: The Daily Joyride' for an inspiring conversation with the multifaceted Kathleen Randazzo. Dive deep into Kathleen's journey from a budding actress to a revered teacher, director, and producer in the entertainment industry. Explore the power of authenticity, the importance of storytelling, and the joy of living a creatively abundant life. Discover actionable steps to build your career with passion, commitment and ease, and learn how embracing vulnerability and gratitude transforms your life. This enriching episode reminds us of the magic in living fully, daring brilliantly, and finding healthy balance between work and play. Tune in for a heartfelt dialogue filled with wisdom, laughter, and the essence of what it means to surrender into success in 2026.

🎁 MY GIFT TO YOU — START THE YEAR LIT UP

✨ FREE ONLINE ACTING CLASS AUDIT 

Come taste the honey. No pressure. No performance. Just connection, craft, and aliveness.

Your first class is free — and you’ll save $100 as my New Year’s gift to you.

🗓 Monday, January 19 @ 11:00 AM PT

🗓 Tuesday, January 20 @ 6:00 PM PT

📍 Live on Zoom — from anywhere in the world

👉 Click here to join the free class:

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All you need to do is show up as you are. You’re in!

🌱 READY TO GO DEEPER?

If you feel called to commit — to train, grow, and build real creative momentum — the next session begins Monday, January 19.

Choose your path:

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This isn’t about pressure.

It’s about practice — and becoming the artist you already are, one joyful step at a time.

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If this episode resonated, send it to a friend who needs it — especially at the start of the new year.

That’s how this work transforms the world. 💕

💛 Leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help other artists find the show and keep this creative movement going and flowing.

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Together, we’re rewriting the story of what it means to be a thriving artist.

Can’t wait to see you in Class!

Time Stamps:

17:04 Teaching and Mentorship

26:44 Facing Adversity in the Arts and Overcoming Fear

37:24 Advice to Younger Self

42:06 The Power of Surrender

43:37 Returning Home

Here's to 2026!

Ever wonder how artists conquer fear and thrive? Curious about mastering the art of auditions with authenticity and flair? Eager to balance a panoply of creative roles while basking in power and joy? Join host Robyn Cohen on 'Thriving Artists: The Daily Joyride' for an illuminating conversation with the extraordinary Alison Rodriguez. As a shining beacon for artists and creatives, Alison reflects on her journey from growing up in a theater family to becoming an award-winning casting director, actress, and comedian. Discover how embracing vulnerability and authenticity defines true artistic success. Alison shares actionable advice on navigating tough challenges, highlighting the power of humor and incremental steps toward achieving your dreams. This heartwarming episode is packed with insightful lessons on creating a fulfilling artistic life and the indispensable role of supportive communities. Embark on this inspiring joyride and uncover the tools to unleash your full creative potential.

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Come remember what it feels like to get lit from within — to play, risk, and connect with your talent. 

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Together, we’re rewriting the story of what it means to be a thriving artist.

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RC!

Time Stamps:

01:59 Alison Rodriguez's Background and Achievements

04:58 Early Life and Theater Legacy

09:37 The Casting Process and Authenticity

27:39 Comedy and Overcoming Anxiety

36:54 Melting Fear Through Repetition

38:22 Exposure Therapy and Its Intensity

41:30 Mindfulness and Presence

57:12 Empathy and Understanding Others

01:00:20 The Joy of Making People Laugh

01:06:10 Encouragement to Share Your Gifts

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What if thriving as an artist wasn’t about waiting for your “big break,” but about creating it? How do you turn setbacks into fuel, connect with legends, and craft a career that feels as alive as the stories you tell? Join us in this exhilarating episode of 'Thriving Artists: The Daily Joyride,' where host Robyn Cohen sits down with Jackie Diamond—an acclaimed Los Angeles-based producer, director, and renowned acting coach. Jackie reveals her journey, from launching 'For the Actor' to working alongside Oscar, Tony, and Pulitzer Prize winner John Patrick Shanley in . Taste the magic of she produced in LA, NYC, and Paris. She proves the power of artistic communities, and gives practical advice on overcoming performance anxiety. The episode serves as a profound reminder to embrace your creative instincts and persevere through adversity—essential for any artist looking to thrive. Tune in to discover the magic of living a life enriched by the arts and don't miss this delightful opportunity to elevate your creative path!

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🌟 Meet Jackie Diamond

Jackie Diamond is an acting coach, teacher, and creator of For the Actor, a powerhouse resource dedicated to empowering actors with tools, training, and inspiration while providing clarity, encouragement and practical wisdom to stay the course.

✨ Follow Jackie on IG: @for_the_actor

🌍 Explore her site: fortheactor.com

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Time Stamps:

00:44 Jackie's Career Highlights

04:05 Cultural Identity and Belonging

12:30 Acting Techniques and Advice

19:39 Overcoming Stage Fright

37:44 Reaching Out to Industry Icons

41:01 Connecting with John Patrick Shanley

51:59 Creating Artistic Communities

Wondering how to create a successful career in show business? Or a life in the arts that you actually love? Ever struggled with how to stay true to your artistic vision in the face of painful criticism? In this electric episode of “Thriving Artists: The Daily Joyride,” host Robyn Cohen takes a deep dive with Neil LaBute, an award-winning playwright, filmmaker, and screenwriter. LaBute has continually pushed boundaries and challenged audiences through his raw, unfiltered storytelling. Neil opens up about his early inspirations, candid writing approach, and addresses the fears many artists face about criticism while underscoring the importance of being ready when opportunity knocks. Discover how Neil's fearless commitment to his craft has sparked vital conversations about humanity, all while defying conventional norms. For creatives struggling with self-doubt or feeling stuck, this episode offers transformative insights and bold advice to help you thrive and create unapologetically. Tune in and let this masterclass in artistic courage propel you towards your dreams. Connect with a creative community that celebrates deep and daring work and get inspired to elevate your artistic journey with like-minded creatives. Your ride to thrive starts here!

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🗓️ Tuesday, June 24 at 7 PM PT

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🤗 If this episode resonated for you, feel free to leave a review! Share it with someone who needs to hear it - and let’s keep going and growing this powerhouse community of Thriving Artists!

Yours Truly!

💕 Robyn C. 

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Time Stamps: 

01:19 Neil LaBute's Impact on Theater and Cinema

01:32 Memorable Plays and Films by Neil LaBute

03:14 Robyn's Personal Connection to Neil's Work

03:59 The Shape of Things: A West Coast Premiere

04:52 Neil LaBute's Early Life and Inspirations

06:24 The Unique Experience of Theater

07:35 The Journey of a Writer

09:38 Facing Criticism and Staying True to Your Art

15:29 Advice for Aspiring Writers and Actors

20:27 The Importance of Being Prepared

22:08 The Reality of the Acting Industry

31:26 Theater as a Safe Space for Bold Storytelling

35:15 Navigating Controversial Storytelling

36:32 The Subjectivity of Art

37:07 Cultural Perspectives in Cinema

39:14 Challenges in Modern Playwriting

41:26 The Collaborative Nature of Theater

46:51 Spirituality and Morality in Art

5

Are you tired of striving for perfection and feeling like you're never quite enough? Does fear of doing it “wrong” stop you in your tracks? In this extra special episode of Thriving Artists: The Daily Joyride, host Robyn Cohen takes a deep dive with Dr. Rachel Miller, a licensed clinical psychologist who has devoted her life to helping people unlock their true potential. Tune in to discover how embracing your imperfections can lead to a more powerful and joyful life. From deeply personal anecdotes to professional insights, Dr. Miller shares practical advice on living authentically, the importance of meditation, and the power of showing up, even when it's messy. This episode is a wake-up call for anyone who is their own worst critic and a must-listen for those ready to break free from self-imposed limitations. Get ready to be inspired, empowered, and transformed as you learn how to thrive by being a 'B' student. Your journey to a creative, fulfilling life starts here!

Connect with Dr. Rachel Miller:

Facebook: Rachel Miller 

Website:  Dr. Rachel Miller

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Plus!

June Acting classes are in full summer swing!

Jump in:

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🗓️ Mondays @ 12PM PT

🗓️ Tuesdays @ 6PM PT

✅ All time zones welcome.

 Register for a class here: www.cohenactingstudio.com

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💻 Online | Community, connection, creative confidence, deepening your craft and more!

⭐️ One-on-one coaching is available throughout the year—book a private session on Robyn’s website

✅ If this episode resonated with you, feel free to leave a review—And share it with someone who needs to hear it - Let’s make this Thriving Artists’ community into a powerful and potent Movement!

Yours Truly!

💕 Robyn C. 

👉 Follow Robyn on IG: @RobynCohenActingStudio for more updates, inspo and free resources. 

Time Stamps

01:12 Invitation to Join the Acting Studio

02:08 Welcoming Dr. Rachel Miller

06:16 Personal Reflections and Friendship

10:33 Navigating Adolescence and Mean Girls

15:05 Therapeutic Insights and Self-Perception

22:39 Understanding Childhood Trauma and Shame

22:45 The Impact of Parental Influence

25:19 The Role of Group Therapy and Meditation

25:50 The Importance of Self-Acceptance

28:10 Exploring Human Potential and Emotions

31:42 Parental Influence on Professional Life

36:30 Navigating the Quest for Approval

40:14 Balancing Ambition and Self-Care

44:25 Final Thoughts and Farewell

🔆 Let’s ride. Let’s thrive. Together!