How I Built This with Guy Raz YouTube Creator and Cookbook Author: Rosanna Pansino
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Apr 22, 2024 Rosanna Pansino, a YouTube creator and cookbook author, started as a working actor before her love for geeky baking led to the creation of her popular channel, Nerdy Nummies. She shares her journey from Hollywood to YouTube stardom, discussing the challenges of the digital landscape versus traditional media. Rosanna also delves into the evolution of YouTube monetization and the importance of authenticity in brand partnerships. Her passion for baking evolved through audience engagement, reflecting on personal challenges and evolving algorithms as she navigates her career.
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Childhood Hobbies
- Rosanna Pansino's parents encouraged functional, affordable hobbies like cooking, baking, gardening, and sewing.
- Pansino chose baking because she loved sweets and enjoyed baking with her grandma and mom.
Move to LA
- Rosanna Pansino moved to Los Angeles after graduating college during an economic downturn.
- An agent saw her performance in a Star Trek fan series and offered representation if she moved.
Early Acting Gigs
- After moving to Los Angeles, Pansino took various acting jobs, including hand double and background actor.
- She became a union member through her hand double work on the show "Ghost Whisperer".