Rob Morrow: Doing Whatever It Takes
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As a kid in high school, Rob Morrow saw the film Grease and knew immediately that he was going to be an actor. He began doing plays at school and it wasn't long before he dropped out to pursue acting professionally. In this episode, Morrow shares the numerous synchronicities that led him to what he believes was his destiny in the entertainment industry, as well as some of the powerful lessons he has learned along the way. Get the full show notes and more resources at
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Asante Blackk: Following a Dream
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At the tender age of 19, American actor Asante Blackk has already sunk his teeth into two powerful, socially-relevant roles. He is best known for his role in When They See Us, and as Malik in the acclaimed TV series, This Is Us. In this episode, he discusses his passion for acting, his unusual journey to success, and why it is essential to be proactive in creating the life that you desire. Get the full show notes and more resources at
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Clark Gregg: Off the Cliff
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When Clark Gregg contemplated a career in the entertainment industry, he worried about it being a crazy idea. Although his journey to a successful career as an actor, director and screenwriter might look a bit haphazard on the outside, it was really a journey of following his heart one step at a time. In this episode, Gregg shares how he created his own path, “made his own work,” and refused to give up on his dream. Get the full show notes and more resources at
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David Alan Basche: How To Follow Your Heart
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American actor David Alan Basche was 11 when he got his first audience laugh for his role as Tom Sawyer. It was a moment that would send him down an unexpected path, one that would require diligence, hard work, and a lot of goal-setting. In this episode, Basche discusses his dogged determination to do whatever it took to be successful in the performing arts, and the long and winding path he took to find it. Get the full show notes and more resources at
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Jessica Queller: The Power of Storytelling
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American author, television writer and actress, Jessica Queller, has always loved storytelling. At the age of 10, she was cast as “Annie” in a camp production and knew that she was destined for the entertainment industry. In this episode, Queller shares her journey from stage acting to television writing, as well as the poignant story of her mother's breast cancer and death, and how this impacted Queller's life and work. Get the full show notes and more resources at
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Carly Chaikin: The Power of Self-Belief
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Carly Chaikin knew from an early age that she would become an actress. On revealing her plans to family and friends, she was met with numerous doubts and many people who did not take her seriously. The high school student refused to let their opinions stop her. In this episode, she discusses her unusual path to pursuing her acting career and how quickly she found success against the odds. Get the full show notes and more resources at
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Chad Lowe: The Gift of Childhood Wounds
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For actor and director, Chad Lowe, childhood was a time of depression and self-doubt as he made his way through the repercussions of his parents' divorce and their later remarriages. In this episode, he discusses feeling like he never fit in or belonged anywhere, and acknowledges that this inner turmoil eventually played a part in his unexpected journey to becoming a successful actor. Get the full show notes and more resources at
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Richard Kind: On Saying Yes to Everything
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American actor Richard Kind grew up believing he would follow in his father's footsteps and take over the family jewelry business someday. But taking the advice of his father's best friend would change the course of his life forever. In this episode, Kind discusses how saying yes to every opportunity would lead him down a path he couldn't have possibly imagined. Get the full show notes and more resources at
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Kathy Najimy: The Heart of an Activist
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There are injustices and inequalities everywhere we turn. Some of us feel compelled to fight against them, even at an early age. Actress and comedian Kathy Najimy was still just a girl when she felt the first stirrings of her interest in being an activist. In this episode, Najimy discusses that journey, as well as her inspiring and sometimes humorous story of tenacity and taking risks. Get the full show notes and more resources at
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AnnaLynne McCord: The Unexpected Healing
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After graduating high school at just 15 years old, actress AnnaLynne McCord moved to New York City to pursue her dream of acting. As the years ahead unfolded, childhood trauma would take her down an unexpected path that now helps countless people in the world. In this episode, McCord shares some of the highlights of her unusual background and the impact that it has had on her life both personally and professionally. Get the full show notes and more resources at
info_outlineWe like to think we can predict how our lives will turn out. But all it takes is a chance meeting and one simple question to turn everything on its head. In this episode, former Seinfeld star, Jason Alexander, shares his remarkable story of how a "shy loner" suddenly found himself loving being on stage where he acted, sang and danced his way into an incredible career that would later include both film and television.
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