One Broke Actress

Gabrielle is now my roommate and you can be sure to let Caleb and Corey know. No, but really, we have spent a LOT of time together recently and we wanted to sit down together and really get into how living with each other has given us brand new perspectives on the industry. We have each gained a better appreciation for truly how different actor’s lives can be. We are going into how we view each other’s individual journeys, our varying audition experiences, and the realization that smaller acting roles can still significantly contribute to an actor's career. That’s right: we are in a market that now values career expansion over leveling up, and if you don’t know what we’re talking about, then listen through all the way to the end and you’ll know exactly what we are probably going to be seeing in 2024 and beyond. Let’s navigate the evolving landscape of the industry together! Watch the Full Video Podcast Here! 00:00 — Welcome to the One Broke Actress Podcast 00:21 — The Actor's Life: Roommates, Conversations, and Realizations 01:35 — Navigating Actor Life and Business Together 02:54 — The Reality of Auditions and Actor Expectations 07:40 — The Challenges and Insights of Seeking Representation 10:52 — Pivoting in an Actor's Career: From LA to Chicago 15:14 — The Financial Realities of Acting Across Markets 21:09 — Navigating Career Strategies and Setting Boundaries 21:40 — The Realities of Auditioning, Career Highs, and Industry Changes 23:23 — A Deep Dive into a Unique Audition Experience 24:20 — Expanding Career Horizons Beyond Traditional Paths 25:51 — Embracing the Shifts in the Acting Industry 26:37 — The Impact of Social Media and Influencers on Acting Careers 27:41 — How the Industry is Evolving 33:45 — Concluding Thoughts on Career Adaptability and Future Plans Resources Mentioned in This Episode: ★ Listen to One Broke Actress “Working Actor Life: VO Dub, Auditions Post-Strike, the 2024 Pilot Season, and the Actor Rat Race” ★ The Online Actor ★ Gabrielle’s IG @gabriellebyndloss ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Want more? Join The Membership & Check out Patreon for bonus episodes! And don’t miss all the content on IG and as always at, OneBrokeActress.com And if you're needing some personalized help from Sam, you can schedule a chat with her right here. Don't forget to join the mailing list here!

In the final episode of the April series on the One Broke Actress podcast, we are focusing on looking back at all of our past goals and what we want to change going forward to get us closer to our ideal more. I’m going to introduce an equation to help you set up the next three months of your life, focusing on accomplishing and enjoying what's been done, the current vibe of 2024, and desires from an ideal morning exercise. This is going to involve selecting one area (health, finances, career, mindset, relationships, spirituality) to focus on for improvement. Choose something that actually works for you, that you will work towards, because we need to actually execute plans rather than merely discuss them. Put your plan into action!! And trust me, I know it’s hard. We get really honest about what I’ve been struggling with and want to change for the future: improving my mindset. I’m revealing vulnerabilities about trusting in my career and my struggles with self-doubt. But we are also going to take those feelings and outline specific goals to support my mindset, including limiting my daily tasks, spending time alone daily, and ensuring all other goals support my main focus. Hold me to it, and I’ll hold you to yours! What goal are you focusing on for the next three months of 2024? Watch the Full Video Podcast Here! 00:00 — Introduction to the Final Episode of the April Series 00:19 — Recap and Context of the April Series 01:10 — Setting Goals and Making Plans 02:10 — Choosing a Focus Area: A Deep Dive 03:51 — Sam's Personal Equation for Success 06:49 — Implementing Mindset Goals: A Practical Approach 11:14 — AD: Use APRIL50 for What to do When You’re Not Working: https://onebrokeactress.thrivecart.co... 14:38 — Supporting Goals in Other Life Areas: Health 15:34 — Supporting Goals in Other Life Areas: Relationships 16:23 — Supporting Goals in Other Life Areas: Finances 17:00 — Supporting Goals in Other Life Areas: Career 18:54 — Your Turn! Resources Mentioned in This Episode: ★ Listen to Part 1: How to Readjust Your Acting Career ★ Listen to Part 2: Reflecting and Resetting Goals ★ Listen to Part 3: How to Plan Your Perfect Morning ★ Beth Stein Agency ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Want more? Join The Membership & Check out Patreon for bonus episodes! And don’t miss all the content on IG and as always at, OneBrokeActress.com And if you're needing some personalized help from Sam, you can schedule a chat with her right here. Don't forget to join the mailing list here!

We are onto Part 3 of our April series on resetting and evaluating our goals. This week, I invite you to do something: figure out what your perfect morning looks like. In your dream life, what do your days start with? I’m going to challenge you audience to outline your ideal morning because, trust me, this exercise will help us all tie our current efforts to our broader goals. We need to see our current achievements while we aim for our future goals, and allow ourselves a bit of a daydream because, seriously, we can make it all come true. This introspective episode is designed to help inspire you to clearly envision your wildest hopes and understand the steps you can take toward achieving them. We got this! Watch the Full Video Podcast Here! 00:00 — Reflecting on Parts 1 & 2 01:08 — The Perfect Morning Exercise: Goal Setting & Mindset Alignment 04:20 — Sharing a Personal Perfect Morning 08:52 — AD: Use APRIL50 for What to do When You’re Not Working: https://onebrokeactress.thrivecart.com/what-to-do-when-youre-not-working/ 11:12 — Looking Ahead: Manifesting my Future 13:10 — Reflections and Encouragement for Goal Setting 14:56 — Getting Real Resources Mentioned in This Episode: ★ Listen to Part 1: How to Readjust Your Acting Career ★ Listen to Part 2: Reflecting and Resetting Goals ★ What to do When You’re Not Working ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Want more? Join The Membership & Check out Patreon for bonus episodes! And don’t miss all the content on IG and as always at, OneBrokeActress.com And if you're needing some personalized help from Sam, you can schedule a chat with her right here. Don't forget to join the mailing list here!

Building off of our work in Week 1, we are going to do a Quarter 2 reset of our goals. What did you do in the first three months of the year that you wish you could do different in the next three months? I’ll be asking some questions to get your minds going, and help you analyze where you’ve directed your time and mental energy so far and how to change what’s not working from you. And, to top it all off, I’m sharing my own personal reflections on balancing my acting career with other responsibilities. Honestly? I’m not where I thought I would be. So let’s talk about it. In fact, let’s talk about it together! What do you want to change for your next three months in 2024? Watch the Full Video Podcast Here! 00:00 — Welcome to One Broke Actress Podcast 00:36 — April's Reflective Reset: Questions You Need to Answer 01:46 — Interactive Q&A: A Deep Dive into Personal Growth 04:28 — Sam's Personal Reflections and Answers 5:50 — AD: Use APRIL50 for What to do When You’re Not Working: https://onebrokeactress.thrivecart.com/what-to-do-when-youre-not-working/ 11:58 — Setting Intentions for the Next Quarter 14:26 — Conclusion and Invitation for Engagement Resources Mentioned in This Episode: ★ Listen to Part 1: How to Readjust Your Acting Career ★ #AdsGoUnion ★ Libby App ★ What to do When You’re Not Working ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Want more? Join The Membership & Check out Patreon for bonus episodes! And don’t miss all the content on IG and as always at, OneBrokeActress.com And if you're needing some personalized help from Sam, you can schedule a chat with her right here. Don't forget to join the mailing list here!

A mini series focusing on resetting goals and routines post-strike in the entertainment industry. Reflect on financial, career, health, relationships, and mindset goals. Host shares personal reflections and challenges listeners to find happiness within chaos. Celebrate victories and empower personal growth through self-reflection.

The podcast covers topics like day jobs for actors, staying patient in the industry, favorite childhood activities, pet peeves, and the importance of community in uncertain times. Other interesting topics include networking in LA, body image struggles, and sources of inspiration. The host also shares insights on pursuing passions and alternative career paths.

Sean Alexander James shares his inspiring journey into acting, starting at 29 and battling mental health. He discusses audition strategies, building relationships with agents, and the power of persistence for success in the industry. His story proves it's never too late to pursue your dreams.

Gabrielle Byndloss is back to discuss the changing face of the acting industry with me as we look at life post-strike in 2024. We talk about the new auditions we’ve been seeing in the commercial realm that are focused on social media ads, the deal with commercials and streaming, and how the industry is reshaping itself. Pilot season is changing before our very eyes and no one knows exactly what is going to come to replace it. We even go into how we define success an acting, arguing that it can look quite different than what many might think. After all, as working actors, we are constantly trying to get to the next thing, to reach that number one spot on the call sheet…but what would happen if we reconnected with our why and looked around at the life we’ve built and all of the chances that we do get to act? It might be worth a try. Watch the Full Video Podcast Here! 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Challenges 00:53 The Reality of Working Actor Life 01:23 The Excitement and Anxiety of Auditions 02:03 The Struggle of Maintaining Enthusiasm 02:32 The Impact of COVID on Actor Life & The Difficulty of Breaking Cycles 04:00 The Changing Landscape of TV Pilots 12:58 The Shift to Streaming and Social Media Ads 17:51 Reevaluating Success in Acting 22:39 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Resources Mentioned in This Episode: ★ Gabrielle’s IG ★ Variety Article “**Network TV Pilot Season Is Mostly Dead — but Stubbornly Hasn’t Gone Away Completely”** ★ Listen to TV’s Top Five Podcast ★ Listen to TV’s Top Five “Streaming and Ads” Episode ★ Kevin Rudolf’s “I Made It” ★ The Membership ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Want more? Join The Membership & Check out Patreon for bonus episodes! And don’t miss all the content on IG and as always at, OneBrokeActress.com And if you're needing some personalized help from Sam, you can schedule a chat with her right here. Don't forget to join the mailing list here!

We are bringing back Rus Garofalo of Brass Taxes (where I personally do my taxes). He was a hit last year, and he’s back with even more tips to help us all make this terrifying time just a little bit less scary. When it comes to taxes for creative professionals, there are so many nuisances that others don’t have to deal with because it is such a volatile industry. We go into what the difficulties that come from the tax system not being designed for those in the gig economy, and answer commonly asked tax-related questions such as quarterly taxes, business write-offs, and when it's beneficial to establish an LLC or S Corp. We also talk about how we each need to find what works for us when it comes to our money, and that includes making informed decisions. So if you’re stressed right now, sit back, listen in, and get your notebook ready to approach taxes from a place of empowerment. (PSST: Be sure to listen to the end for a special OBA discount!!) Watch the Full Video Podcast Here! 00:00 — Introducing Rus 02:40 — Understanding Taxes for Creatives 03:15— Changes in Tax Season from 2023 to 2024 04:50 — Preparing for Income Fluctuations 07:48 — Understanding W2 and 1099 Work 10:46 — The Importance of Business Expenses 17:20 — Understanding Estimated Tax Payments 28:09 — Write-offs for Actors 30:26 — Understanding Your Role as a Creative Professional 32:43 — Navigating the Gray Areas of Business Expenses 33:17 — Regular Record Keeping 41:09 — International Taxes 43:33 — Deciding When to Start an LLC or S Corp 45:46 — The Reality of Setting Up a Business Entity 48:28 — Making Informed Decisions that Work for YOU 52:21 — Final Thoughts on Taxes for Creative Professionals Resources Mentioned in This Episode: ★  Listen to Rus’s first episode: Taxes for Actors 101 ★ NYFA: Taking Care of the Future You: Retirement for Creatives with Brass Taxes ★ Email assistant@onebrokeactress.com to get the free expense tracker and Freelancer PDF! ★ Brass Taxes FAQ “I was thinking about forming an LLC or Corporation. Is that a good idea?” ★ Brass Taxes FAQ “How do I get started” ★ Brass Taxes FAQ “Your Brass Taxes Account” ★ Brass Taxes FAQ ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Want more? Join The Membership & Check out Patreon for bonus episodes! And don’t miss all the content on IG and as always at, OneBrokeActress.com And if you're needing some personalized help from Sam, you can schedule a chat with her right here. Don't forget to join the mailing list here!

In this riveting reflecting on the SAG-AFTRA Strike, Paramount Strike Captains Brittney Baxter, Iris Liu, and Brendan A. Bradley share their firsthand experiences from the picket lines. They discuss their motivations for joining the strike, their unique perspectives on union participation, the challenges they faced, and the transformation they underwent through the experience. Iris spills about how the strike was not just a professional task but a personal journey towards gaining control over her career, while Brendan elaborates about the importance of speaking up for change in the union. Brittany stresses how we all need to question and challenge our union while aiming for future contracts. The captains also share their perspective on how pre-union members should see their fight in the strike too. Finally, they each show gratitude to everyone who supported them and ensured they could still pursue their passion - acting. This candid conversation really warmed my heart, and I think it is going to provide a unique insight into the world of actors, strikes, and the power of standing together for change. Watch the Full Video Podcast Here! 00:00 — Introduction and Guest Introductions 02:31 — Reflections on the Paramount Strike 03:21 — Iris's Journey into the Union and the Strike 06:01 — Brendan's Experience and Involvement in the Strike 09:35 — Brittney's Entry into the Strike 11:10 — Reflections on the Strike, Union Participation, and the Impact on Personal Lives 13:49 — Challenges and Triumphs during the Strike 14:53 — The Aftermath of the Strike 17:20 — Lessons Learned and Future Directions 30:38 — Commitment to the New Technology Committee 31:28 — The Struggles of Volunteering and Balancing Work 33:09 — AD: The Membership’s Headshot Class: https://themembership.co/the-headshot-class  35:34 — Respecting Union Volunteers & Participating in the Union 36:38 — The Challenges of Balancing Union Work and Acting 37:51 — We Are Our Union 39:01 — The Power of Sharing Experiences & Filing Claims 40:42 — Support Systems 44:55 — Advice for Non-Union Members 49:50 — What to Look Forward to from Iris, Brendan, and Brittney 56:00 — Wrapping Up Resources Mentioned in This Episode: ★ Brendan’s IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1731701/ ★ Brendan’s Website: https://www.brendanabradley.com ★ Brendan’s IG @brendanabradley https://www.instagram.com/brendanabradley/ ★ Brittney’s IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm13093522/ ★ Brittney’s Website: https://brittneybaxter.com ★ Brittney’s IG @brittney_baxter https://www.instagram.com/_brittney_baxter_/ ★ Iris’ IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm10962783/ ★ Iris’ Website: https://www.irisliu.com ★ Iris’ IG @irisliuofficial https://www.instagram.com/irisliuofficial/ ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Want more? Join The Membership & Check out Patreon for bonus episodes! And don’t miss all the content on IG and as always at, OneBrokeActress.com And if you're needing some personalized help from Sam, you can schedule a chat with her right here. Don't forget to join the mailing list here!