Hitting Your Mark with Benjamin White

Benjamin
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The show is entitled, Hitting Your Mark. In theater, there are marks on the ground that us actors have to hit. You have to stand in the right spot to be seen in the right light. But I feel like it’s the same way in life. Whether it’s a dream we’re chasing, or a goal we’ve set, we all have marks that we want to hit. Those marks guide us to where we need to be. That’s what this show is all about. I’m sitting down with incredible creative people to talk about their journeys—what hitting their mark looks like.

  1. Jun 17

    The Secret To Believing In Yourself When The Industry Doesn't

    This week on Hitting Your Mark, I sat down with actor Brandan Hunter Davis, who you may have seen on shows like Abbott Elementary and The Pitt. Our conversation was all about believing in yourself, especially as a creative. Brandan opened up about the confidence that came from booking major TV roles, but also the rejection, comparison, and difficult moments that came with chasing this dream. He shared how he was once told that unless he looked like Evan Ross or Chris Brown, he wouldn’t make it in this business. Moments like that can make you question your path, but Brandan talked about how his community, family, and faith have helped him keep going. He also opened up about how his faith in God has been tested. There were moments where he felt like God had forgotten about him, but it was through those real, honest conversations with God that his relationship with Him became even stronger. One of my favorite moments was when I asked him what he would tell his 5-year-old self, since that’s when he started acting. His answer was simple but powerful: keep your childlike innocence. In other words, keep going for it wholeheartedly, without fear of rejection. And honestly, that’s our advice to everyone. Whether you’re an actor, creative, or someone who needs a reminder to believe again, this episode is for you. You can watch at the link below!  For the dreamers. Ben Book A Call with us! (https://calendly.com/atobvisuals/30min) Follow us on Instagram! (https://www.instagram.com/atobvisuals/)

    58 min

  2. Apr 2

    The Best Strategy for Marketing Yourself as a Creative

    My guest is multidisciplinary artist Kamryn Amada Gaskin, a USC grad school alum who studied digital media and has turned her knowledge of marketing and branding into a superpower for her creative and entrepreneurial work. We sat down to talk about something I personally wrestle with: MARKETING! Kamryn defines marketing simply as the "how." How a brand tells its story. And her take on being marketable? It comes down to being as honest and true to yourself as possible. This sounds like generic advice. But in a world of AI and viral chasing, authenticity is actually rare and that's exactly what makes it so powerful. Just look at Ryan Coogler!  I even asked Kamryn for some personal coaching. After one of my annual premieres, what should I actually be doing? Her answer stuck with me: keep the story going. We came, we saw, we conquered and then we conversed. It's not about the moment, it's about the conversation that follows. Once the movie is over the work has just begun! We also got into why so many creatives struggle with marketing in the first place. Her answer? Imposter syndrome. Not believing we belong in the room, and setting low standards for ourselves. We started talking about marketing but ended up deep in a conversation about authenticity. That really became the thesis of the whole episode. If you take nothing else from this one, take that. Being authentically you is what people will resonate with most. If you're a creative looking to share your story with the world, this episode is for you. For the dreamers,  Ben Connect with Kamryn (https://www.instagram.com/olesoulkam/) Book A Call with us! (https://calendly.com/atobvisuals/30min) Follow us on Instagram! (https://www.instagram.com/atobvisuals/)

    50 min

  3. Mar 17

    How Comedy Saved His Life ft. Akela O'Neal

    On this episode of Hitting Your Mark, I sat down with stand up comedian Akela O’Neal. What started as a conversation about comedy turned into something way deeper. His journey into stand up isn’t traditional at all. What really stuck with me was hearing how a near death experience changed everything for him. Coming out of that, he asked God a question we don’t always ask, “What would YOU  have me do?” From there, he went back to school and started doing stand up. For him, comedy isn’t just about being funny. It’s a space where he can be real and say the things most people hold in. At the same time, he’s navigating being a minister without feeling boxed in as a “Christian comic.” We also talked about what “hitting your mark” really means. Of course, he wants the world to know his name. But what matters most is what his four kids will say about him. If they remember him as a present father, then he’s hit his mark. Grab our merch! (https://hitting-your-mark-merch.myshopify.com/) Connect with Akela  (https://www.instagram.com/iamakelao__/) (https://www.instagram.com/thesafespacecomedy/) Book A Call with us! (https://calendly.com/atobvisuals/30min) Follow us on Instagram! (https://www.instagram.com/atobvisuals/)

    45 min

  4. Feb 25

    The Truth About Being An Independent Filmmaker ft. Malik Baker

    In this episode of Hitting Your Mark, I sit down with LA’s very own Malik Baker. Malik talks about how filmmaking felt like something that chose him when he first picked up a camera. He shares what he learned during his time in film school and the challenge he faced that almost broke him. We get into the challenges of making short films, lessons learned, developing your style, and why promoting yourself matters just as much as the work itself. Malik shares that this is something a lot of filmmakers are missing today. Many focus only on creating, but learning how to put your work out there is a major key. We also talk about the importance of building real community because you can’t do it alone. Malik leaves filmmakers with one simple message: do it scared. That lines up with what I always say — today is the day. You don’t wait until you feel ready, you just do it.  For the dreamers. Ben Book A Call with us! (https://calendly.com/atobvisuals/30min) Follow us on Instagram! (https://www.instagram.com/atobvisuals/)

    1h 2m

  5. 12/31/2025

    How to Create Your First Short Film in 3 Simple Steps ft. Little

    This week on Hitting Your Mark, I’m sitting down with Little, an actress who decided it was time to stop waiting and create her first short film. After winning a scriptwriting competition, Little received a grant that gave her the opportunity to bring her vision to life — and in this conversation, we break down exactly how she did it. We walk through 3 simple steps to creating a short film, why actors can’t afford to only be actors anymore, and what really happens when you step into filmmaking for yourself. We also talk honestly about the other side of the process. Filmmaking is beautiful — but it’s also challenging. From creative pressure to problem-solving on the fly, Little shares what she’s learning along the way and how the filmmakers who inspire her helped shape her debut short film, Maleeka, set to premiere in Fall 2026. If you’ve been sitting on an idea, waiting for permission, or wondering how to take that first step — this episode is for you. This one is for the dreamers.  Connect with Little! (https://www.instagram.com/a.little.bougie/) Keep up with Maleeka Short Film (https://www.instagram.com/maleeka_shortfilm/) Book A Call with us! (https://calendly.com/atobvisuals/30min) Follow us on Instagram! (https://www.instagram.com/atobvisuals/)

    42 min

  6. 11/27/2025

    How An Actor Handles Rejection and Still Dreams Big ft. Isaiah Anthony

    In this episode of Hitting Your Mark, actor Isaiah Anthony opens up about the real journey of an actor — the wins, the challenges, and the moments that test your fire. He shares how his icons shaped him, how he handled being rejected in the audition room, and how he kept going with encouragement and a burning passion for the craft. We also dive into his big dreams, including his goal to win an Emmy, and the intentional steps he’s taking to hit his marks. This one is for anyone who has a fire for what they want to do and refuses to let anything or anyone stand in their way. This one is for the dreamers. Hitting Your Mark Merch! (https://hitting-your-mark-merch.myshopify.com/) Follow us on Instagram! (https://www.instagram.com/atobvisuals/)  Connect with Isaiah!  (https://www.instagram.com/iamisaiahanthony/) #podcast #videopodcast #actor #actorsonactors Book A Call with us! (https://calendly.com/atobvisuals/30min) Follow us on Instagram! (https://www.instagram.com/atobvisuals/)

    40 min

  7. 11/21/2025

    The Reality of A Working Actor ft. Nika King | Hitting Your Mark w/ Benjamin White

    This week on Hitting Your Mark, I sit down with actress and comedian Nika King—someone whose journey is as inspiring as it is powerful. You may know her from HBO’s hit series Euphoria. In our conversation, Nika shares the real story behind that life-changing audition. Even though she walked in intimidated by the big names going for the same role, she showed up, stayed grounded, and trusted that God would make room for her—and He did. We also dive into her long love for stand-up comedy. Years of reps, open mics, and grinding in clubs have now led her to her very first comedy special, which is out right now. Her story is a reminder that preparation meets opportunity in God’s timing. But at the heart of this episode, we talk faith. Nika opens up honestly about how hard it was early in her career to keep God at the center in an industry that sometimes makes you feel like that’s not welcomed. Now? She puts God front and center—and if you don’t like it… keep it pushing. This conversation is for the dreamers, the ones holding onto purpose even when the path feels uncertain. You’ll walk away encouraged, laughing, and reminded that staying true to who you are will always lead you to where you're meant to be. Book A Call with us! (https://calendly.com/atobvisuals/30min) Follow us on Instagram! (https://www.instagram.com/atobvisuals/)

    1h 5m

  8. 11/13/2025

    She Almost Quit Acting… Until One DM Changed Everything! ft. Lynne Davis | Hitting Your Mark w/ Benjamin White

    In this week’s episode of Hitting Your Mark, I sit down with actress Lynne Davis, who has been pursuing her passion for acting for over 25 years. Her journey hasn’t been easy — filled with ups, downs, and moments where she almost walked away from it all. We talk about the moments that nearly broke her, how she found her strength again, and the wild story of how I randomly DM’d her to be in my latest short film Our First Fight — a message she thought was a catfish, but ended up being a major blessing for both of us. This conversation is a reminder for anyone who’s been chasing their dream for a long time and doubting if it will ever come to pass: don’t give up. Sometimes all it takes is one opportunity to change everything. Book A Call with us! (https://calendly.com/atobvisuals/30min) Follow us on Instagram! (https://www.instagram.com/atobvisuals/)

    37 min
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The show is entitled, Hitting Your Mark. In theater, there are marks on the ground that us actors have to hit. You have to stand in the right spot to be seen in the right light. But I feel like it’s the same way in life. Whether it’s a dream we’re chasing, or a goal we’ve set, we all have marks that we want to hit. Those marks guide us to where we need to be. That’s what this show is all about. I’m sitting down with incredible creative people to talk about their journeys—what hitting their mark looks like.

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