The Unscene Work

Coaching, Courage, and Curiosity: What Pickleball Teaches Us About the Acting Room

This week's episode of Unscene Work takes us somewhere new, onto the court. 🎾 For the first time, Erik sits down with someone outside the acting industry: Mark Price, founder of Mark Price Pickleball and one of Erik's personal coaches. Mark shares how he built a thriving career around one of the fastest-growing sports in the world, and how his journey as an athlete, teacher, and entrepreneur parallels so much of what we explore in the acting room. From learning to listen, to trusting your instincts, to saying "yes" before you feel ready, this episode is a masterclass in pursuing your passion with purpose. Through stories of risk, reinvention, and relentless curiosity, Mark reminds us that the principles of growth and creative courage aren't limited to one industry. Whether you're on a stage, on a set, or on a court, the same mindset drives success: stay open, stay humble, and keep showing up. What We Cover: * How Mark found his way into the world of pickleball and built a coaching brand from scratch * The importance of listening, to yourself, your students, and your surroundings * Taking risks and betting on yourself, even when it doesn't make sense on paper * Why doing things for free can be a powerful investment in your growth * How adaptability, curiosity, and grit shape every creative pursuit Resources & Links: * Follow Mark Price Pickleball [https://www.instagram.com/markpricepickleball/] * Follow The Unscene Work [https://www.instagram.com/theunscenework] Loved this episode? Catch up on past conversations from Unscene Work, where we pull back the curtain on the real journey behind creative success.

Lights, Camera, and Family: Kelly Collins Lintz on Acting, Being a Stage Mom, and Creating "Able"

In this episode of Unscene Work, Erik Lingvall sits down with the incredible Kelly Collins Lintz , a seasoned working actor and proud mom of four working actors. From navigating her own path in the industry to guiding her kids' careers, Kelly shares the realities, lessons, and joys of living in a family where everyone's chasing the same dream. She opens up about what it takes to build a sustainable acting career while raising a family, how she's helped nurture each of her children's creative paths, and what she's learned along the way about persistence, purpose, and faith in the journey. Kelly also gives us a first look at her newest project, Able, a powerful film she wrote that's set to begin filming in 2026. It's a story of resilience, hope, and human connection that you won't want to miss. 🎬 Check it out and support the project at ablemovie.com Loved this episode? Subscribe to Unscene Work and catch up on past conversations that pull back the curtain on the real journey behind creative success.

Finding Your Voice: Amber Nash on Comedy, Improv, and 14 Seasons of Archer

In this episode of Unscene Work, Erik Lingvall sits down with the hilarious and talented Amber Nash — best known as the voice of Pam Poovey on the hit animated series Archer. From discovering comedy as a way to connect with others to finding her footing in improv at Dad's Garage in Atlanta, Amber's journey is as unexpected as it is inspiring. She shares how her background in psychology shaped her comedic instincts, the power of embracing your essence as an actor, and the winding path that led to over a decade on one of TV's most iconic animated shows. With honesty, humor, and plenty of behind-the-scenes stories, Amber reminds us that creative careers are rarely linear and often more magical because of it. Resources & Links: Follow Amber Nash on Instagram @ambercnash Follow us on Instagram @TheUnsceneWork Follow Catapult Acting Studios @catapultacting 💬 Loved this conversation? Catch up on all episodes of Unscene Work and subscribe so you never miss the real, unfiltered stories behind creative success.

Building Stories On & Off Screen: Jeremy Daniel Davis on Producing, Perseverance, and Purpose

In this episode of Unscene Work, host Erik Lingvall sits down with producer Jeremy Daniel Davis, President of JD Entertainment. Jeremy most recently produced Willy's Wonderland starring Nicolas Cage, and he has an exciting slate of projects in development, including a racing film and an upcoming production in Greece. Jeremy shares his journey from childhood theater and improv to breaking into film, landing his first roles, and ultimately producing feature films with major stars. He reflects on the lessons he's learned about resilience, character, and integrity in the entertainment industry — including the full-circle story of how a small promise made years ago by director Kevin Lewis later came back around in a big way. This is an episode about the art of storytelling, but also about the character it takes to succeed behind the scenes. From navigating early struggles to balancing passion with professionalism, Jeremy's story offers inspiration to actors, producers, and anyone chasing big creative dreams. Loved this episode? Rate and review Unscene Work on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and share it with a friend in the creative industry who could use some inspiration.

Mia Isaac on Writing Her Own Roles, Creative Freedom, and Life on Set

This week on The Unscene Work, we sit down with the brilliant Mia Isaac—actor, writer, director, and all-around creative force—for a powerful conversation on evolving as an artist and letting your work transpire naturally over time. Mia opens up about her journey from child actor to multi-hyphenate creative, and the ways she's found agency by stepping into different roles both on set (PA, 2nd AD, actor) and behind the scenes as a writer and director. She shares how journaling, dancing, and other unexpected outlets help her stay connected to her creativity and how emotional honesty shows up in her performances. We talk about: * Why writing your own material can unlock your voice * The beauty of trying everything, on and off the call sheet * Creative practices that keep the spark alive: journaling, dancing, and more * What it really takes to transition from child star to adult actor * How to let emotional truth transpire into performance without forcing it If you're navigating a creative transition or searching for your own way to show up fully in your work, this one's for you. Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you tune in.