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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. market research *part 2* why applying the info to YOUR specific casting matters + getting union auditions in a right to work state.

    15 HR AGO • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    market research *part 2* why applying the info to YOUR specific casting matters + getting union auditions in a right to work state.

    **wait first, send me your questions! i'm out!** https://shorturl.at/dHVZp we're getting into the part of market research that actually requires you to look in the mirror and assessing where *you* fit into your market and who's already working in it. it's less about gathering info and more about knowing what to do with it. specifically: - why your "type" might shift depending on what market you're in - auditing your materials (headshots, reel, resume) against what's actually casting in your area - how training and credits can be strategically mapped to your market - why one of these whole step should be skipped if you're in a spiral and yes, part two only makes sense if you've done part one! --- **q&a: union work in right to work states** shannon asks about being SAG eligible in the southeast, getting almost zero union commercial auditions, and whether to start declining non-union work to push the needle toward more union jobs. 📧 shaine griffin: shainegriffin@sagaftra.org submit your q&a: https://shorturl.at/dHVZp

    21 min
  2. market research *part 1* step by step with extra info sources! + actor/life priorities + footage vs self tapes

    18 MAR • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    market research *part 1* step by step with extra info sources! + actor/life priorities + footage vs self tapes

    The concept of Market Research isn't new at all and I am the last person to get on board because frankly, I needed a process. It felt so unclear and never-ending...what's filming, who's being cast, and where I fit in. This episode kicks off a two-part mini course breaking down exactly how to research in a digestible and tangible way, no matter where you are. We're talking: How to clarify your market: your city, your region, and what you're actually pursuing right now Where to find what's currently in production (including free and low-cost resources) Building a master list of projects and why keeping notes is non-negotiable How to study supporting roles Using IMDB Pro and Actors Access together Part Two will get personal and help you find yourself in the data. For our Q&A: First, a real answer to Willow's question about navigating career momentum while caring for a family member who is nearing the end of life. Then, Lauren asks how to update her reel and materials as a broke actress who's been doing mostly theater and wants to break into TV and film. Resources mentioned: Audrey Helps Actors IG: https://www.instagram.com/audreyhelpactors UpToDate Actor: https://www.uptodateactor.com/ SAG Indie: https://www.sagindie.org/ IMDB Pro Actors Access custom link trick: resumes.actorsaccess.com/[actorname] The Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/1174599293/d7bd6d6b82?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci Submit your questions: https://shorturl.at/dHVZp

    28 min
  3. casting director workshops: my exact step-by-step process for doing them well

    26 FEB • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    casting director workshops: my exact step-by-step process for doing them well

    Casting director workshops used be….different. Then 2017 happened. Now they are regulated, and absolutely not something you should be casually throwing money at. So while I don’t do them often these days, I want to tell you exactly how I would approach a workshop today if I were signing up next month with a strategy. We’re talking: - What shifted after the pay to play investigation and why workshops look so different now - Why I rarely do them and when they actually make sense - How to be picky instead of burning cash trying to “network” - Online workshops, Zoom audition skills, and smaller markets having access - Where I think you get the best value including ACE Studios, Actors Connection, and the SAG-AFTRA Foundation - How to act in the room, what to ask, and what not to do - The follow up strategy I use with reps and casting For our Q&A: I answer Willow’s question about defining your 2026 working actor systems and flows, building off episode 112. submit your questions here: https://shorturl.at/dHVZp La Times Article: https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/business/story/2021-06-28/hollywood-success-avoid-predators-dont-get-scammed-success

    36 min
  4. why acting feels harder now: the four stages of competence explained

    12 FEB • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

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

    29 JAN • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

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

    13 JAN • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

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

    11/12/2025 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    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
  8. black friday beware: spend smarter

    24/11/2025 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    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
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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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  • Creator
    Sam Valentine
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    334
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Sam Valentine
  • Show Website
    One Broke Actress
  • Provider
    Samantha Valentine

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