Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean Smith

EP. 365 - Lauren Ash | Superstore to Super-Punk

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Nov 21, 2025
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Lauren Ash
Lauren Ash, the award-winning actress known for her role as Dina on Superstore, dives into her exciting transition to music as a punk-rock solo artist. She shares the inspiration behind her debut album, 'Call Me When You Get This', revealing personal breakup stories and her love for bands like Green Day and The Offspring. Lauren also discusses the challenges of touring independently, the need for industry standards, and how her acting background influences her music promotion. Plus, she reflects on the unexpected resurgence of Superstore after its cancellation.
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ADVICE

Use Your Existing Platform

  • Leverage existing audience connections from other careers to promote new projects rather than hiding past work.
  • Lauren Ash used Superstore co-stars in videos to bridge fans into her music and grow listenership.
INSIGHT

Reality Check On Touring Life

  • Touring musicians endure extreme emotional, physical and financial strain that demands deep love for the craft.
  • Lauren Ash realized entering music gave her new respect for musicians' resilience and the industry's harsh economics.
ADVICE

Set Tour Standards Upfront

  • Demand clear standards for touring logistics like hotel triggers and travel distances before committing to shows.
  • Lauren Ash suggests insisting on those rules to avoid inconsistent, costly decisions on the road.
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