OFF SCRIPT with Bernie & Rachel

Episode 1: Where'd you go, Bernadette?

Summary In this engaging conversation, Rachel Sarah Murphy and Bernadette Daly, two former classmates from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, reconnect after decades apart. They share their journeys through the acting world, the challenges of being single mothers, and the lessons learned along the way. Both women reflect on their time in drama school, the friendships formed, and the pivotal moments that shaped their careers. They discuss the struggles of balancing artistic aspirations with the realities of life, including financial pressures and personal sacrifices. As they reminisce about their past, they also express excitement about embarking on new creative endeavors in their 50s, including starting a podcast to share their experiences and insights with others. Keywords acting, single mothers, podcast, American Academy of Dramatic Arts, career journey, reconnecting, life lessons, creativity, women in their 50s, personal growth