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One Broke Actress

Sam Valentine
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Financially, mentally, physically or otherwise...most actors are at least a little broke. Host/actress Sam Valentine brings you advice, tips, and real stories (of success & failure) from people in and around the acting industry. So you feel a little more “whole” and a little less alone in Hollywood. From auditions and the day-to-day life of working actors to getting agents/managers, we cover it all. While this podcast is not currently running, please check out the bonus eps via the Patreon Pod for current episodes!

  1. why acting feels harder now: the four stages of competence explained

    12 FEB • SOLO ABBONATI

    why acting feels harder now: the four stages of competence explained

    ou know that feeling when your acting abilities seem to vary? like when you finally nail a scene but it took every ounce of brain power you had. or why you may think you had this whole thing on lock when you just stared out but now it’s all too much info in your brain. i found out there's actually a framework for that. the four stages of competence explain why some days you feel like a genius and other days you're wondering if you've ever acted before in your life…hello friends, welcome home. we’re talking: - the four stages of competence (and why actors need to know them) - unconscious incompetence: when you don't know what you don't know - conscious incompetence: the uncomfortable awareness that something's off - conscious competence: doing it right, but it takes effort and focus - unconscious competence: when the work becomes instinct - why "natural talent" might just be skipping a stage - how to recognize which stage you're in right now - what to do when you're aware you're bad at something (and why that's progress) **submit your questions here: https://shorturl.at/dHVZp**

    20 min
  2. why 'more shows' doesn't equal 'more money' for us actors

    29 GEN • SOLO ABBONATI

    why 'more shows' doesn't equal 'more money' for us actors

    there’s a lot of noise right now about things “picking back up.” more auditions. more shows. more chatter. and yet a lot of actors are looking at their bank accounts like… cool cool cool, where is the money...am i not doing this right? lets talk about what that “400 scripted shows” number actually means. inside this episode: why “more shows” doesn’t equal more jobs you can actually audition for what’s really counted in current scripted show numbers how 6–8 episode seasons impact pay, relationships, and residuals current sag co-star and guest star rate realities why take-home pay is way less than people think how competition has expanded with self-tapes and multi-market submissions why diversified income is not failure, it’s survival a reminder that you are not the problem

    19 min
  3. the invisible patterns shaping your acting career + are new headshots worthy of an email blast?

    13 GEN • SOLO ABBONATI

    the invisible patterns shaping your acting career + are new headshots worthy of an email blast?

    this episode is about: - why new headshots alone usually are not a reason to email casting or reps - what updates are actually worth sending - the difference between outcomes and systems - the seven working actor systems and how they overlap - choosing one system to focus on for the year - how small bookings still matter - staying grounded instead of waiting for the next thing to save you today’s q’s: are new headshots are enough reason to email casting or agents, what updates actually matter? when outreach is helpful versus just busywork that makes us feel productive? and then getting into our main topic: building a working actor system instead of chasing outcomes….hello 2026. -the seven core systems that actually support a long acting career and why focusing on just one of them for a full year can change everything. i also share what it was like booking and shooting my first on camera role since 2021, including the very unglamorous reality of waiting six months between audition and shoot and then immediately having to return to normal life. submit your questions here: https://shorturl.at/dHVZp

    27 min
  4. follow along guide: making your 2026 actor + life ✨vision board✨

    11/12/2025 • SOLO ABBONATI

    follow along guide: making your 2026 actor + life ✨vision board✨

    i’m walking you through how i actually make a vision board that works. i’m using the approach from sarah centrella’s “future boards” and breaking it into really doable steps. i am making this as an audio guide + the PDF to follow below! https://tinyurl.com/patreonpodvisionboard2026 ★ *This is fully inspired by Sarah Centrella and her book Future Boards and her podcast on One Broke Actress, check it out for even more depth! ★ More of an audio person? Follow along with the patreon podcast on patreon, apple, or spotify!

    16 min
  5. black friday beware: spend smarter

    24/11/2025 • SOLO ABBONATI

    black friday beware: spend smarter

    let's talk black friday for actors and how to not get swindled by the internet. i’ve wasted money in the past, i’ve made some great buys, and i’ve definitely been sucked in by “actor bundles” that were basically someone’s google drive folder. so i put together all my personal rules and red flags to help you make smarter choices this week. ps: you can now gift my Patreon membership to friends, family, and anyone else you want to invite into our space! or add it to your own list 😉: https://www.patreon.com/onebrokeactress/gift i cover what’s actually worth buying, what to skip, how to spot a scam, and my own rules for not buying hope disguised as a product. this is especially for anyone who’s feeling the pressure of “so many deals” and wants to save money instead of stress about it in january.tldr: • why q4 feels extra chaotic for actors • the only categories of black friday deals i actually think are worth it • what i look for in a “good deal” vs a panic purchase • red flags in actor bundles, classes, and coaching packages • the mindset traps marketing preys on this week • how to spot urgency tactics so you don’t buy out of desperation • my personal rules for what i will and won’t buy this year • why “hope disguised as a product” is the biggest trap for creatives links • sag insurance journey series on my instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17888201982449868/ • patreon question box for future episodes: https://shorturl.at/dHVZp

    23 min
  6. full actor q&a: finding mentors, staying ‘ready’ without burning out, letting go after auditions, and my exact nighttime routine (i get DETAILED)

    13/11/2025 • SOLO ABBONATI

    full actor q&a: finding mentors, staying ‘ready’ without burning out, letting go after auditions, and my exact nighttime routine (i get DETAILED)

    full Q&A from YOU! let’s gooooo! we talk about everything from union job updates to non-smoking props on set to finding a mentor without spending money. i also get into how to stay “ready” without burning out, how i plan my mornings around auditions, and what my actual nighttime routine looks like when i need to rest. this one’s a mix of acting advice, mindset shifts, and some very specific details about how i prep, plan, and sleep like my job depends on it. you’ll hear about: my personal update on union vs non-union commercial auditions how to handle smoking scenes when you’re a non-smoker realistic ways to find mentorship in the acting world where to find theatre auditions in LA how i think about “balance” and rest as an actor what my morning routine looks like during busy audition weeks how i deal with post-audition blues my full nighttime sleep routine (yes, it’s intense and worth it) links mentioned: take the free actor type quiz: https://form.typeform.com/to/pRQHYQ5W join the membership: https://themembership.co/ submit your questions here: https://shorturl.at/dHVZp ozlo sleepbuds: https://ozlosleep.com/pages/ozlo-sleepbuds

    40 min
  7. seven things that make costars FUN instead of just a few throwaway lines + reconnecting to old contacts

    30/10/2025 • SOLO ABBONATI

    seven things that make costars FUN instead of just a few throwaway lines + reconnecting to old contacts

    im gonna dive into the seven key elements that make these lil auditions actually interesting to watch. and make it more fun for me as a creative. plus a q&a from lindsey about reconnecting with old industry coworkers and how to do it without it feeling forced or opportunistic. **you’ll hear about:** - how i prepped and coached for my live zoom audition - why relationship, setting, and wardrobe all matter - how i decide when to send multiple takes - how to use props the right way - the one question i always answer before taping any co-star - advice on reaching out to past collaborators **links mentioned:** prop tips video on instagram https://www.instagram.com/p/DQFBXCej_2f/ submit your questions here: https://shorturl.at/dHVZp

    35 min
  8. step by step: writing + producing + acting in my own short (this is DETAILED)

    16/10/2025 • SOLO ABBONATI

    step by step: writing + producing + acting in my own short (this is DETAILED)

    i made a short film in six weeks. i know. wild. in this episode i’m breaking down every single step from idea to shoot day: what i did right, what i’d change, how much it cost me, and how many literal favors i called in to make this happen. i talk casting, writing, location scouting, budgeting, amazon orders, feeding extras, the sag micro-budget contract, and the emotional rollercoaster of asking people to work with you for free. UGH and why i bought a $120 bottle of whiskey for one shot. i wish i was kidding. i’m linking the finished short below just for you, plus a pdf checklist of every single step i took. - future episodes will cover editing, festival submissions, and using it for my reel! so ask me your Qs! ✨ [your full breakdown PDF - https://sam-valentine.notion.site/short-film-process-checklist 📺 [the final edit! (shhhh)] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mPmvRq9nLyc&feature=youtu.be 🙋🏻‍♀️ submit your questions here: https://shorturl.at/dHVZp

    48 min
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Financially, mentally, physically or otherwise...most actors are at least a little broke. Host/actress Sam Valentine brings you advice, tips, and real stories (of success & failure) from people in and around the acting industry. So you feel a little more “whole” and a little less alone in Hollywood. From auditions and the day-to-day life of working actors to getting agents/managers, we cover it all. While this podcast is not currently running, please check out the bonus eps via the Patreon Pod for current episodes!

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  • Creatore
    Sam Valentine
  • Anni di attività
    2017 - 2026
  • Puntate
    331
  • Classificazione
    Contenuti espliciti
  • Copyright
    © Sam Valentine
  • Sito web del podcast
    One Broke Actress
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