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All artists have experienced it: the dread of being asked the simple question, “So, what are you up to?” The truth is, we all have an answer, but so few of us feel like we have the right answer. On this podcast, we’ll ask some brave artists this dreaded question, and we’ll unpack the different ways they find fulfillment inside and outside of their artistic field.

The Dreaded Question Lili Torre

    • Arts
    • 5.0 • 59 Ratings

All artists have experienced it: the dread of being asked the simple question, “So, what are you up to?” The truth is, we all have an answer, but so few of us feel like we have the right answer. On this podcast, we’ll ask some brave artists this dreaded question, and we’ll unpack the different ways they find fulfillment inside and outside of their artistic field.

    Doing It Also with Lili Torre and Maggie McNeil!

    Doing It Also with Lili Torre and Maggie McNeil!

    In this special bonus episode, Lili chats with Maggie McNeil of M-Power Studios about the exciting changes coming up in the next round of Doing It Also!

    • 10 min
    Unpacking Season 3 with Lili Torre

    Unpacking Season 3 with Lili Torre

    In the final episode of season 3, Lili shares what she's been up to, unpacks some themes from season 3, thrashes on some things that have been on her mind, and shares an exciting announcement!

    • 23 min
    Combining Artistry and Coffee with Jackie Nguyen

    Combining Artistry and Coffee with Jackie Nguyen

    Lili talks with Jackie Nguyen, owner of Cafe Cà Phê coffee shop in Kansas City! They discuss how Jackie used #tourlife to prepare to open her own coffee shop, how she pivoted after her tour was unexpectedly cancelled due to COVID, and how she thinks about her career as an artist and entrepreneur.

    • 48 min
    Stories Are Universal with Jennifer Pernia

    Stories Are Universal with Jennifer Pernia

    Lili talks with Jennifer Pernia, actor, host of The Bold Type podcast, and volunteer for HOLA. They discuss her work with HOLA, why she started The Bold Type podcast, and what she’s learned along the way, as well as the importance of intersectionality in change-making work.

    • 38 min
    Shining a Light with Erin Williams

    Shining a Light with Erin Williams

    Lili talks with Erin Williams, founder of Erin's Faces and host of Beauty Full Stories podcast. They discuss how Erin began her parallel career journey, the inspiration behind her podcast, and her hopes for the future of Erin's Faces.

    • 57 min
    Positive Creativity with Elyssa Nicole Trust

    Positive Creativity with Elyssa Nicole Trust

    Lili chats with Elyssa Nicole Trust: actor, playwright, co-host of Positive Creativity podcast, founder of Ahava Theatre Company, and children's book author. They discuss her new book, Daisy Moves to America, the pros and cons of the expectation that actors need to be writers, and all of the amazing things she's shipping!

    • 42 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
59 Ratings

59 Ratings

HannahKiem ,

A One of a Kind Listen

I’ve been a fan of TDQ since day one. The concept itself is brilliant- what if we actors were encouraged to embrace all of the parts of ourselves, not just the “actor side!?” Lili is an engaging and thoughtful host, and I am so inspired by how she has grown this project over the years. I’m grateful to her for making me think and for introducing me to so many incredible artists and their businesses!

wandasncredible ,

Soooo good

What an awesome show ! Truly phenomenal !

AbundantSarah ,

A must-hear

Absolutely at the top of my podcasts list!

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