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

    2D AGO • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

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

    OCT 30 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

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

    OCT 16 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    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
  4. my career coaching session "actor to do's" three months later + how to manage multiple priorities

    OCT 2 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    my career coaching session "actor to do's" three months later + how to manage multiple priorities

    In this episode, I’m sharing everything from the one-on-one career coaching session that helped me map out what came after the play and ultimately led to me writing and shooting my short film. I talk about how I structured a solo retreat, building a watchlist, what I learned about my materials, and how I got clear on the kind of work I want to be doing next. This is the first part of a multi-episode series walking you through the steps I actually took. Q&A: I answer Paloma's question about managing priorities and multiple steams of income! Melissa Blue: https://bluelit.rockyourreel.com/ SKS Coaching: https://stankirschstudios.com/ Submit your questions here: https://shorturl.at/dHVZp

    24 min

  5. SEP 30

    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
  6. all my notes from adv. commercials class + the truth about "taking a break" from acting

    SEP 17 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    all my notes from adv. commercials class + the truth about "taking a break" from acting

    this episode is packed with takeaways from my advanced commercial at ross lacy + alyson horn casting. im gonna give you actionable commercial audition tips you can use right now. plusa listener q about whether taking a break from acting will set you back. what’s inside: commercial class breakdown: 4 weeks of dialogue, car spots, misdirect comedy, and callback notes how to “pace it up” and “warm it up” without losing the scene partner auditions and how not to ruin them before you even walk in the room self-tape props + car acting tips (ditch the door pantomimes) the honest truth about taking a break from acting and coming back stronger the class i took: https://thecommercialclass.com/ send me your questions! ⁠https://shorturl.at/dHVZp

    28 min
  7. rewatch two self tapes (i did NOT book) from 2021 + what we can learn together

    SEP 5 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    rewatch two self tapes (i did NOT book) from 2021 + what we can learn together

    this is one to watch via video! so listen to the first 3 min and use THE PASSWORD (shhhh) at this link: https://tinyurl.com/ytm69vya This is so vulnerable! I snagged two auditions from 2021 (one for a lead in a film and one for a series regular) and today we are rewatching them together and analyzing them with this criteria:📝 the 6-question self-tape check 1. do i believe myself?→ am i actually listening and responding, or just hitting marks and acting at someone? 2. is there a clear point of view?→ do i know what this character wants and how they feel about it, or am i just saying lines? 3. would i cast me based on this?→ not because i look cute or “tried hard” but does it actually sell my type and vibe? 4. is the technical quality distracting?→ lighting, sound, framing, wardrobe, anything pulling attention away from the performance? 5. does this match where i’m at now?→ if you’ve grown past it, great! if it still feels aligned, you’ve got a winner. 6. how’s the energy?→ alive or flat? connected or performative? present or polite?

    40 min
  8. how to plan your days when nothing goes as planned (actor schedules part 2) + leverage from theatre to reps

    AUG 21 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    how to plan your days when nothing goes as planned (actor schedules part 2) + leverage from theatre to reps

    part two of our actor chaos chat! today i’m digging into what actually works for me. from juggling auditions and a short film shoot to managing my day-to-day, i break down flexible systems, time blindness, and why prepping “containers not clocks” matters. for our Q&A we cover how to use a not-so-great show review (with personal shout outs) to your advantage when looking for new reps. submit your questions here: https://shorturl.at/dHVZp

    28 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!

Information

  • Creator
    Sam Valentine
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2025
  • Episodes
    326
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Sam Valentine
  • Show Website
    One Broke Actress
  • Provider
    Samantha Valentine

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