Sam Valentine

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

    JAN 29 • 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
  2. whats up with one broke actress??

    09/30/2025

    whats up with one broke actress??

    a check in and explanation about our current transition period! in the meantime find me: Working Actor Life Instagram Patreon (or your Apple/Spotify Bonus section) Or for the most in-depth work, get in TM!

    4 min
  3. 87. Kate Siegel

    01/19/2021

    87. Kate Siegel

    Starting off season 7 with a BANG! Kate is here to calm your anxious actor nerves, tell us about her transition out of ingenue roles, and basically give you a breath of fresh air for your body image/career/life. Kate's IMDb Sponsor: Ashli Pollard's Accelerator Program One Broke Actress Email Sign Up One Broke Actress IG --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/one-broke-actress-podcast/message

    55 min
  4. success has no age limit with success has no age limit (with actress Danielle Kennedy) * it's hits different*

    07/03/2025

    success has no age limit with success has no age limit (with actress Danielle Kennedy) * it's hits different*

    please stop saying you're too old, aged out, whatever the words are....enough! actress Danielle Kennedy met with me in 2021 to talk about building her full life and then becoming a successful working actor after raising 8 kids and doing her own thing. a second act actor as they say. this is the ep you didn't know you needed to hear...

    48 min
  5. Overwhelm + Prioritizing for Actors in 2025

    02/07/2025

    Overwhelm + Prioritizing for Actors in 2025

    The world feels heavy right now, and as an actor, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed: this is the struggle of balancing your art and why it still matters. This episode isn’t for the faint of heart, though! I’m talking priorities, excuses, wellbeing, and your life’s purpose- all the things required to move the needle forward. Times might be crazy, but your art is always worth pursuing… and dare I say… necessary. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 — New Year Updates 02:36 — Creating in a Heavy World 05:32 — Urgent vs. Important Tasks 07:46 — Your Actor Craft 08:29 — Career Growth 11:45 — Your Life’s Purpose 13:13 — Excuses vs. Distractions 18:53 — Industry Struggles 20:30 — Reclaiming Your Purpose 23:38 — Why Your Art Still Matters Podcast Produced by - Fast Forward Productions 📚 EPISODE RESOURCES: ★ Actor Busy Work vs. Deep Work ★ Ikigai ★ Big Magic ►► JOIN THE EMAIL LIST ♡Even More Sam♡ Instagram Patreon My IMDb

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

    JAN 13 • 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. 88. Kurt Yue

    01/26/2021

    88. Kurt Yue

    You may know Kurt from one of his MANY recent projects or from his YouTube channel Acting Career Center. Regardless, you're going to want to move to Atlanta after you meet this software developer turned successful working actor. Kurt's IMDb Kurt's YouTube One Broke Actress IG One Broke Actress Newsletter --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/one-broke-actress-podcast/message

    1h 2m
  8. 204. Elizabeth Boykewich (Disney Casting Executive & Coach) on All Things Casting

    01/18/2024

    204. Elizabeth Boykewich (Disney Casting Executive & Coach) on All Things Casting

    I’m sitting down with an incredible casting director and personal life coach, Elizabeth Boykewich. Elizabeth has an impressive resume, having worked on shows like 'Good Trouble', 'Pretty Little Liars', and 'The Bold Type'. She provides an in-depth look at the casting process, explaining her role as an executive casting director and how she selects people not just for their acting skills but also for their off-screen attributes. She discusses looking at actors holistically, her career transitions, the nuances of the casting process, and shares insightful advice and stories about the inner workings of casting. From identifying potential in green actors, to managing professionalism on set, Elizabeth offers valuable insights into making it in the acting industry that all of us need to know. Watch the Full Video Podcast Here! 00:00 — Introduction 02:51 — Where Elizabeth is Today 04:04 — Elizabeth's Journey in the Casting Industry 09:09 — Casting Associate vs. Casting Assistant 12:51 — How to Become an Executive Casting Director 16:11 — Casting Director Meeting Breakdown 22:20 — AD: Go to oliveandjune.com/BROKE20 for 20% off Your Mani System! 25:00 — Working with & Testing Actors 32:09 — Self-Tapes 40:25 — Recognizing Who Will Go the Distance 43:09 — Professionalism in Actors 52:41 — Becoming a Life Coach 55:33 — AD: The Membership’s Doors are OPEN! 58:28 — Centering Our “Why” 1:00:35 — Evaluate Your Mentors & Do Your Research Resources Mentioned in This Episode: ★ The EB Co ★ Elizabeth's IMDb ★  Elizabeth’s IG @the.eb.co ★ Watch “Working Actor Life: Allergies, Working from Home, and Side Hustles” ★ Listen to “WTF with Marc Maron Episode 1488 - Fisher Stevens” ★ Listen to The EB Co.: OFF BOOK Podcast! ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Want more? Join The Membership & Check out Patreon for bonus episodes! And don’t miss all the content on IG and as always at, OneBrokeActress.com And if you're needing some personalized help from Sam, you can schedule a chat with her right here. Don't forget to join the mailing list here!

    1h 9m
  9. 113. The New Normal - Acting Class with The New Triple Threat (Alyshia Ochse and Anna Lamadrid)

    07/15/2021

    113. The New Normal - Acting Class with The New Triple Threat (Alyshia Ochse and Anna Lamadrid)

    Our podcast sponsors of The New Triple Threat are here to bring us up to speed on the changes inside the biz from pre-pandemic to the new world we're thriving in. It's PACKED with info. We Cover: -What has shifted in all of us since the beginning of the pandemic to now, what are the standards we are working with -Embracing the new normal -Setting yourself apart as a career actor vs a hobbyist -Thoughts for the actors who have been in a level of over the last year, their advice for overcoming the inner chatter of imposter syndrome that creeps in, taking your steps appropriate for where you are -How you can empower yourself in the in-between to become the best most prepared version of yourself so you are READY -Taking up space in your business this year. Check out our sponsor the New Triple Threat here! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/one-broke-actress-podcast/message

    51 min
  10. 39. David Dean {A Manager's View}

    12/04/2018

    39. David Dean {A Manager's View}

    Let's get behind the scenes with a legit rep! David Dead shares his experiences as a manager, how he came from the mail room in his thirties to owning his own management company, and the real back end of the rep world! He also hits on: -How often should you talk to your reps? -True difference between agents and managers. -How are actors without a lot of credits pitched? -Taking on clients: who aren't SAG, with limited training, etc. -What he needs to see to take on new clients (hint: it has a lot to do with a self tape) -His thoughts on Social Media -And so much more! More at:https://www.1brokeactress.com/1bapodcast/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/one-broke-actress-podcast/message

    1h 2m
  11. 40. Actor Round Table {II}: Sean Crampton, Anton Narinskiy, and Lauren Sweetser.

    12/11/2018

    40. Actor Round Table {II}: Sean Crampton, Anton Narinskiy, and Lauren Sweetser.

    For our finale episode, Sam is joined by (former guest) Sean Crampton, Anton Narinskiy, and Lauren Sweetser. The group of four tackle some of the most common questions actors ask: Managing your finances (having a family while being a working actor, budgets for your own projects, personal finances), handling stress (priorities, goals, meditating, what is "enough"), how they get inspired, and of course, favorite audition stories. More at: https://www.1brokeactress.com/1bapodcast/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/one-broke-actress-podcast/message

    1h 16m
  12. 42. Dana Powell

    05/26/2019

    42. Dana Powell

    Sam is BACK! Season 4 kicks off with badass actress Dana Powell (Bridesmaids, Modern Family). All show-notes and references (and email sign up!) available at: https://www.1brokeactress.com/ Be sure to follow Sam and 1BA: https://www.instagram.com/samvalentine/ https://www.instagram.com/1brokeactress/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/one-broke-actress-podcast/message

    1h 5m
  13. 38. Miata Edoga {Actor Finance Expert}

    11/27/2018

    38. Miata Edoga {Actor Finance Expert}

    Let's get real about "budgets" and spending today! Miata is the owner and educator of Abundance Bound, a company centered around financial education for creative professionals. She shares with us how having 11 jobs while being a working actor just DIDN'T work, how she developed a true relationship with her money and got herself out of $80,000 of debt, and how you too con cultivate a true understanding of the ups and downs of your acting finances. More at: https://www.1brokeactress.com/1bapodcast/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/one-broke-actress-podcast/message

    57 min
  14. 114. The New Normal - Financial Health with Miata Edoga

    07/22/2021

    114. The New Normal - Financial Health with Miata Edoga

    Miata is the queen of creative's money happiness! She was on the podcast way back in season 3 (check it here!) and today we're going to talk actor-finances post-pandemic! I ask... In 2021 what are some realities you see creatives bumping up against? Are there some things, we can do to get our finances under control after the last year? What can we do to better prepare for this kind of random occurrence in the future? Covid changed the landscape of 1099-gig workers, it changed a lot of the creative world and brought us into the light (maybe showed the cracks in the capitalist foundation) do you think there will be some changes for the better? More from Miata with Abundance Bound here! Check out our sponsor the New Triple Threat here! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/one-broke-actress-podcast/message

    47 min
  15. 212. ASK ME ANYTHING | Patience, Day Jobs, Pet Peeves, My Inspiration, How I Feel About My Acting Career & More

    03/14/2024

    212. ASK ME ANYTHING | Patience, Day Jobs, Pet Peeves, My Inspiration, How I Feel About My Acting Career & More

    We are doing an Ask Me Anything!! From where my career is at to what my biggest pet peeve is, I answer all of your questions. We start off with me telling you about my upcoming commercial headshot session, my honest feelings about the slow pace of the industry currently, and why community is so important to staying hopeful during quieter periods. Thanks for all of the wonderful questions, and let me know if you want to do more of these by leaving me more questions in the comments! Watch the Full Video Podcast Here! 00:00 — Intro & State of Sam 05:17 — “If you weren't an actor, what job do you think you'd be doing?” 06:42 — “What do you do when you start to feel impatient about the pace of things? 09:05 — “Do you have suggestions on day jobs that are flexible, don't cause burnout, and pay well?” 10:54 — ”How do I get started in acting?” 11:33 — “Did you mention you did stunt work? Is it terrifying or like a workout class?” 12:21 — “How is your acting career going?” 13:55 — ”Favorite childhood activity?” 15:18 — “Strange pet peeve.” 16:23 — “Navigating networking versus building friendships, especially in LA.” 17:33 — “Feeling strong versus trying to be skinny.” 18:35 — “Favorite band.” 18:38 — “Favorite book.” 18:55 — “Favorite painter.“ 19:18 — “Who inspires you?” 20:40 — ”What is the most underrated thing about LA?” 22:23 — “Where does one find adult gymnastics in LA?” 23:11 — Wrap-Up (Pssttt: leave a review) Resources Mentioned in This Episode: ★ Listen to One Broke Actress “What I am Learning about the Long Game of the Acting Business + My “Teaspoon of Hope” Theory” ★ Wanna Get Started in Acting? Watch My “Back to One” YouTube Playlist ★ Follow Gabrielle Byndloss ★ Follow Beth Stein Agency ★ Follow Erica S. Bream ★ Joining All Movement Workshops (I Did “Fighting for Film”) ★ Listen to the Bonus Podcast “I had a CD give me audition feedback, I re-taped, and she and I reviewed it live with me. Here is what happened…” ★ Listen to the Bonus Podcast “My Bosch Booking- inside and out!” ★ Watch “My Relationship to My Own Body as an Actress | my eating disorder + body dysmorphia recovery journey” on the One Broke Actress YouTube Channel ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Want more? Join The Membership & Check out Patreon for bonus episodes! And don’t miss all the content on IG and as always at, OneBrokeActress.com And if you're needing some personalized help from Sam, you can schedule a chat with her right here. Don't forget to join the mailing list here!

    25 min
  16. 64. Shaan Sharma

    02/23/2020

    64. Shaan Sharma

    Shaan (The Chosen) is going to educate you today on commercial auditions, session directors, your union, Fi-Core, the politics of SAG-Aftra, and whole lot more. His journey alone is enough to inspire anyone to follow whatever path is set in front of you...but be the best at it.  All show notes available at: https://onebrokeactress.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/one-broke-actress-podcast/message

    1h 19m
  17. 41. Box Angeles {Sam +Mike Elder}

    03/26/2019

    41. Box Angeles {Sam +Mike Elder}

    Please enjoy a clip from Sam's interview with Mike Elder from the Box Angeles Podcast! Full interview here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/box-angeles/id738298107?mt=2 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/one-broke-actress-podcast/message

    8 min
  18. 2. finding routine as an actor, making your own work, improv class with Sean Crampton

    09/26/2017

    2. finding routine as an actor, making your own work, improv class with Sean Crampton

    Sean Crampton joins the One Broke Actress podcast to speak on his experience in the industry. He always knew that LA was where he was going to end up but he didn't know all that was in store for him. Despite being broken down by Hollywood, he built himself back up and found his way through improv, writing, and making his own projects. An accomplished actor and writer, Sean takes us through how he maintains his sanity in the industry and how we shouldn't be afraid to fail.3:20 — How Sean got to LA and what he did for survival gigs7:50 — Finding community through acting class, learning he wasn't Marlon Brando, and why improv was the key to being a better actor22:40 — What Sean did to get James Franco to star in his film28:00 — Audition Prep/Tips, Sean's worst callback of all time, and getting his writing in front of an investor42:30 — A breakdown of Sean's morning routine + fitness routine51:10 — Advice for new actorsResources Mentioned in This Episode:Sean's film "Richard Peter Johnson" (2015)Playhouse West in North HollywoodSean's Twitter--------Want more? Check out Patreon for bonus episodes, IG Close Friends content, and so much more.And don’t miss all the content on IG and as always at, OneBrokeActress.comAnd if you're needing some personalized help from Sam, you can schedule a chat with her right here.Don't forget to join the mailing list here! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/one-broke-actress-podcast/message

    55 min
  19. 43. Rawson Thurber {A Writer/Director's View}

    06/02/2019

    43. Rawson Thurber {A Writer/Director's View}

    Rawson Thurber (Dodgeball, We're The Millers, Central Intelligence)joins Sam to talk about the realness of the writer/director world! All show-notes and references (and email sign up!) available at: www.1brokeactress.com/ Be sure to follow Sam and 1BA: www.instagram.com/samvalentine/ www.instagram.com/1brokeactress/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/one-broke-actress-podcast/message

    1h 14m
  20. 16. Sara Mornell: Everything Atlanta

    03/13/2018

    16. Sara Mornell: Everything Atlanta

    Back by popular demand, the most requested guest of Season 1 rejoins the podcast this week to answer all your questions about Atlanta! From making the move and submitting to agents (hint: the timeline we discuss is great for actors no matter where you live), to what is actually considered a "local hire", and so much more.  Check out the full video here! And find Sara here: http://www.mornellstudios.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/one-broke-actress-podcast/message

    1h 8m
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