The Anxious Actor: Recent Episodes
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As an actor, we all appear confident either onstage, in film, or even in concert. But the true secret is....some of us have crippling anxiety, are bipolar, have ADD/ADHD or something else that makes it hard to BE that confident! Lets open the conversation and share stories and tips to not only educate each other, but to offer support to each other as well!
**legal stuff: I am NOT a doctor, and unless otherwise said-none of my guests are doctors! We are all just actors trying to navigate what's going on in our heads! Thank you!
In this episode, I talk about mental health awareness day, why that's so important, my personal experiences with therapy, and the importance of talking,
I also let you all know what to expect from upcoming episodes-especially our next one, episode 20!!!
This is the first and probably not the last time I will be using this, but this epsiode has a TW (trigger warning) attached to it.
In today's episode, we talk about suicide. Why do people choose this and see this as the only way out? How I handled being on the other end of the phone when people have called me for help, and why looking OK on the outside doesn't always mean BEING okay on the inside.
If you or anyone you know is in danger, please reach out to the Suicide hotline at 800-273-8255,
I'm back, baby!
When you prepare mind, body, and soul to go into a role that ends up not happening--it can really make your anxiety hit the roof.
I talk about what my recent experiences with this were, and also update everyone on where I've been!
We all know that anxiety is something that affects our mental health, but what people don't realize is that there is also a physical aspect of it as well. In this episode, I talk about what could be some tell-tale outward signs if someone has anxiety, and how to help them if you see it.
In this episode, I talk to actor, dancer, singer, and writer Olivia Nuyen about her struggles and triumphs being a performer with autism. We talk about her inspirations, her mentors, and her journey to find her voice as a writer!
In this episode, I talk about mental health awareness week, and why it's just so important-especially to this show. I also explain how I put my shows together, to give insight into how much love and care is put into the show.
**Edit: I am aware that I call "mental health awareness week" by the wrong name of "mental health awareness MONTH". I apologize for the slip!
In this episode, I chat with the wonderfully talented actor Mike Haber. We chat about his anxiety growing up, ho he never saw himself as a performer as a kid, and how he's performed at some of the coolest venues and theatres in New York!
In this episode, I talk to Jordyn Torres. An actor who not only suffers from anxiety, but also physical limitations. We talk about how she is able to overcome her obstacles, her journey for answers, and how it all affects her as an actor!
I talk to actor Julia Holzschuer. We talk about high school hell, how that effects us as we get older, the 90s, and Patrick Page. We also connect over clueless, and Hadestown!
Episode 10, we made it!!
I sit down with mother and daughter, KerriAnn and Stephanie Kelleher. As a mom and daughter they share a lot of things-including anxiety! I talk to them about what makes them anxious, how they cope with it, and what inspires them in the theatre! Also about their unique relationship as a mom and daughter who also act together-sometimes in the same show!
Let's talk about something that most, if not all people who have anxiety suffer from-indecisiveness! Whether it be what to wear for the day, to what song to sing or monologue to use for your audition! I also talk about some of my own struggles, what helps, and of course--a preview of episode 10 and beyond!!
I talk to actor and musician Jack Murray about anxiety, the roles he loved to play, the roles he WANTS to play, and the musical "Memphis"!
Recorded before the holidays
I talk to actor Timothy J. Cox about his experiences with anxiety and his sudden panic attack, We also talk about his influences, his process of learning lines, and the importance of being prepared for anything as an actor!
Welcome to 2021! What a year we just had! But, putting the old year behind us and looking into the new year, a lot of us set resolutions... But for us with anxiety, resolutions seem more like a 'to do' list we didn't ask for!
Let's talk about the difference between resolutions and goals, and learn what may be helpful rather than hurtful in crafting what our new year will look like!
Interview with my friend and fellow actor, Bonnie Jo Palmer. We discuss things like her borderline personality disorder, her hospitalizations, and the benefits of therapy. We also discuss her dream roles, her favorite shows, and how she connects with Sweeney Todd!
Interview with actor Vince Bandille. We take an honest look at anxiety, depression,and how these things can either fuel or hurt an actor. We also discuss his wonderful show "3 Egg Creams", and where the pandemic has left it...and him.
Self care is one of those things we neglect with ourselves all the time! Here's some ways you can practice it-even if you only have a few minutes!
In this episode, we speak specifically about anxiety, and my own personal experiences with it, and how I cope with it.
In the first episode of "The Anxious Actor" learn more about me, my experiences, and what to come to expect from the show! Also hear about why I started this podcast and my inspiration for doing so!
Enjoy!