Don't Be So Dramatic

Rachel Baker
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Don't Be So Dramatic

Don't Be So Dramatic, the podcast that talks to different people in the entertainment industry to discover what their job involves and how they got there. Hosted by Rachel Baker, each episode delves into the career and thoughts of her guest in Film, TV, Theatre, Comedy, Casting, Managing and more.

  1. Sara Khan on Writing For Heartbreak High, Erotic Stories And Consenting To The Mental Toll Of Work

    19 JAN

    Sara Khan on Writing For Heartbreak High, Erotic Stories And Consenting To The Mental Toll Of Work

    Sara Khan is a screen writer and proud Wailwan, Gomeroi, Pakistani woman with a strong background in story telling within a range of industries. Sara is currently developing her debut original series for television, supported by Screen Australia. For television, Sara wrote her first one hour of drama for PAPER DOLLS with Paramount+ (season 1, episode 6). Sara has also written an hour of drama for HEARTBREAK HIGH (season 2, episode 5), a half hour comedy episode for GOLD DIGGERS with the ABC, and a half hour drama episode for the highly acclaimed anthology series EROTIC STORIES with SBS (season 1, episode 7). Her EROTIC STORIES episode POWERFUL OWL, was selected for a worldwide premiere at SXSW Sydney . Alongside writing for television, Sara has previously worked across radio, museums, and education, focussing on platforming First Nations and people of colour’s voices.  As a Programs Officer at the Australian Museum, Sara ran tours that centred around dismantling false narratives of First Nations People.  Sara hosted and produced The Brekky Show on Koori Radio from 2019-2021. This extended into FBi radio where she co-hosted the award-winning program Race Matters from 2018-2022.   Don't Be So Dramatic Podcast: Podcast instagram:@dbsdpodcast Rachel's instagram:@rachel.lauren.baker Actor Mindset Coaching: calendly.com/rachellaurenbaker Produced by: Rachel Baker Network: Diamantina Media (DM Podcasts) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 21m
  2. Tim Ross on Acting Career Longevity And Supporting A Family As A Creative

    26/11/2024

    Tim Ross on Acting Career Longevity And Supporting A Family As A Creative

    Tim Ross is an Australian actor whose career spans almost 20 years. Tim was born and raised in Adelaide, South Australia. Shortly after graduating from high school, Tim accepted a coveted position at the Victorian College of the Arts (VCA), relocating to Melbourne and becoming a recipient of the school’s prestigious scholarship for demonstration of outstanding commitment to the course and graduating in 2007. During his time as a Red Stitch Actors’ Theatre ensemble member, Tim made his main stage debut for the Melbourne Theatre Company playing Laertes in Simon Phillip’s production of Hamlet, followed by the world premiere of Return to Earth. Tim then ventured into the world of screen with television credits including: Wonderland, Harrow, Underbelly, Informer 3838, Rush, Home and Away, Neighbours, The Code, Mrs Biggs, Rock Island Mysteries, and Dive Club.  Tim also played the leading roles in romantic comedies Hearts Down Under (Netflix/Hallmark Channel) and Romance At The Vineyard (Great American Family). Other feature film credits include: The Reef: Stalked, Bloody Hell, and most recently Ron Howard’s Eden, opposite Jude Law and Ana De Armas. Cut Short (2024) marks Tim’s directorial debut. He also continues to work as a mentor to emerging artists using his understanding of the industry in his work as a photographer and coach. Don't Be So Dramatic Podcast: Podcast instagram:@dbsdpodcast Rachel's instagram:@rachel.lauren.baker Actor Mindset Coaching: calendly.com/rachellaurenbaker Produced by: Rachel Baker Network: Diamantina Media (DM Podcasts) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    54 min
  3. Danielle Walker on Becoming a Stand Up Comedian And 'Gold Diggers'

    18/11/2024

    Danielle Walker on Becoming a Stand Up Comedian And 'Gold Diggers'

    Danielle Walker is a Comedian, Writer and Actor who grew up in Bluewater outside of Townsville in Queensland. Danielle was the winner of RAW Comedy in 2016, was nominated for Most Outstanding show at Melbourne International Comedy Festival in 2022 Melbourne International Comedy Festival and was the winner of Taskmaster Australia season 1 2023.  Danielle's most recently starred in the ABC series 'Gold Diggers' and also appears in 'Fisk' season 3.    Website: https://www.daniellewalker.com.au/  Insta: @daniellewalkercomedy Monthly Show: @spaghettititlive Don't Be So Dramatic Podcast: Podcast instagram:@dbsdpodcast Rachel's instagram:@rachel.lauren.baker Actor Mindset Coaching: calendly.com/rachellaurenbaker Produced by: Rachel Baker Network: Diamantina Media (DM Podcasts) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    59 min
  4. Emily Joy on 'Human Error’ And The Power Of Flipping Your Internal Dialogue

    29/10/2024

    Emily Joy on 'Human Error’ And The Power Of Flipping Your Internal Dialogue

    She's back!! This week's episode is a return guest and one of my favourite people, Emily Joy. Emily is an actor and acting coach/owner of Joy Studio - a boutique acting coaching service. Emily's acting credits include the series regular role in Nine's Human Error, Fisk season 2 and 3, as well as Metro Sexual and Neighbours. Emily has also appeared on stage in the debut season of 'Trophy Boys' and 'Medea: Out of the Mouth of Babes' at Theatreworks in 2022. Emily has helped countless actors on their career journey, with her students having secured countless roles in Australian film and television productions including ABC, SBS, Paramount +, Netflix, Stan, Nine and more. Joy Studio: emilyjoyofficial@gmail.com https://www.instagram.com/joystudioacting/?hl=en Don't Be So Dramatic Podcast: Podcast instagram:@dbsdpodcast Rachel's instagram:@rachel.lauren.baker Actor Mindset Coaching: calendly.com/rachellaurenbaker Produced by: Rachel Baker Network: Diamantina Media (DM Podcasts)   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 13m

  5. 28/05/2024

    So You're Worried There's Not Many Opportunities In The Industry...

    In this episode Rachel unpacks the all too familiar belief that there's not a lot of opportunities in the entertainment industry. Although there may have been some experiences that led you to believe this, the reality is it ain't helping you as an actor to continue believing it's true 100% of the time. What you believe you perceive.  Don't Be So Dramatic Podcast: Podcast instagram:@dbsdpodcast Rachel's instagram:@rachel.lauren.baker Actor Mindset Coaching: calendly.com/rachellaurenbaker Produced by: Rachel Baker Network: Diamantina Media (DM Podcasts) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    27 min
  6. Creative Identity And Taking A Break At The Height Of Success

    03/01/2024

    Creative Identity And Taking A Break At The Height Of Success

    Happy New Year! It's 2024 so I wanted to wrap up 2023 with a short rambles episode. In this episode I talk about what has been going on for me in my break from recording the podcast, what it's like to take a break when you're at the peak of success in your creative endeavour, and my thoughts on creative identity.  Don't Be So Dramatic Podcast: Podcast instagram:@dbsdpodcast Rachel's instagram:@rachel.lauren.baker Produced by: Rachel Baker Network: Diamantina Media (DM Podcasts) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    28 min
  7. Nikki Barrett on Casting Directing And Having Autonomy In Your Career

    04/05/2023

    Nikki Barrett on Casting Directing And Having Autonomy In Your Career

    Nikki Barrett is a casting director based in Sydney, Australia. Nikki's casting credits include projects such as 'Australia', 'The Babadook', 'The Water Diviner', 'Mad Max: Fury Road', 'Peter Rabbit' and 'The Invisible Man'. Most recently, Nikki won a BAFTA for her work on Baz Luhrmann's 'Elvis'.  Don't Be So Dramatic Podcast: Podcast instagram:@dbsdpodcast Rachel's instagram:@rachel.lauren.baker Email: info@asmanagement.com.au Produced by: Rachel Baker, Alyssa Stevenson Network: Diamantina Media (DM Podcasts) Audio Editor: Echidna Audio https://echidnaaudio.com/ Video Content: Nicole Tabuena See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 1m
  8. Why I No Longer Subscribe To 'Hustle' Culture- Short Rambles

    27/04/2023

    Why I No Longer Subscribe To 'Hustle' Culture- Short Rambles

    This week's episode is a short rambles where Rachel talks about hustle culture and why she doesn't find it helpful for her career or life anymore.  Don't Be So Dramatic Podcast: Podcast instagram:@dbsdpodcast Rachel's instagram:@rachel.lauren.baker Email: info@asmanagement.com.au Produced by: Rachel Baker, Alyssa Stevenson Network: Diamantina Media (DM Podcasts) Audio Editor: Echidna Audio https://echidnaaudio.com/ Video Content: Nicole Tabuena   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    23 min
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Don't Be So Dramatic, the podcast that talks to different people in the entertainment industry to discover what their job involves and how they got there. Hosted by Rachel Baker, each episode delves into the career and thoughts of her guest in Film, TV, Theatre, Comedy, Casting, Managing and more.

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  • Creator
    Rachel Baker
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2025
  • Episodes
    99
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Rachel Baker
  • Show Website
    Don't Be So Dramatic

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