How to Be an Unstoppable Actor: Overcoming Anxiety and Owning the Room with Alison Rodriguez

The One Breath Every Actor Needs | Artist & Harvard-Trained Therapist Daniella DeVarney

What if one conscious breath could begin changing your relationship with anxiety… creativity… performance… and even your life? What if the body already knows how to heal, and we’ve simply forgotten how to listen? And what if becoming a better actor actually begins by becoming a more regulated human being? In this deeply nourishing episode of Thriving Artists: The Daily Joyride, Robyn Cohen sits down with one of her dearest friends, Daniella DeVarney—actor, dancer, Harvard-trained therapist, yoga teacher, breathwork facilitator, Wellness Walks founder, mother, and one of the wisest, kindest human beings you’ll ever meet. Together they explore how breath, movement, nervous system regulation, community, creativity, and meaningful relationships help us expand our capacity for life. Daniella shares the remarkable research behind a simple breath practice shown to improve sleep, reduce anxiety and stress, and increase resilience after only a few days of practice. But this conversation goes far beyond breathing. It’s about becoming more fully alive. Whether you’re an actor, artist, parent, entrepreneur, or simply someone longing for a little more ease, joy, and wholeness, this episode is an invitation to come home to yourself. In this episode… • How breathwork changes the nervous system • Why actors need regulation before performance • The surprising Harvard research on breath and resilience • Moving from debilitating shyness to a creative life • Why relationships are one of the greatest predictors of longevity • Walking as therapy and the origins of EMDR • Expanding your capacity for joy, creativity, and life • Following intuition without abandoning practicality • The healing power of community • What thriving really looks like Connect with Daniella DeVarney Instagram: @DaniellaDeVarney [https://www.instagram.com/DANIELLADEVARNEY] 🎭 Come Experience the Work If you’d like to experience this work in real time… Join Robyn Cohen’s professional acting community. ✨ First-time auditors are invited free. Email: robyn@cohenactingstudio.com Subject: AUDIT or Register to Audit: Returning Auditor sign up [https://www.cohenactingstudio.com/store/p2/Audit_Acting_Class_with_Robyn_Cohen%3A_Monday%2C_June_29_%40_11am_pt_%28online%29___July_8%2C_11%2C_15%2C_18_%28in-person_-_Burbank%2C_CA%29.html#/] Learn More: https://www.cohenactingstudio.com [https://www.cohenactingstudio.com/#/] 🎭 In-Person Acting Classes begin July 8 Only a few spots remain. Reserve yours here: JULY ACTING CLASS - IN PERSON SIGN UP [https://www.cohenactingstudio.com/store/p6/Acting_Class_Onstage_with_Robyn_Cohen_%28in_person%29%3A_July_8%2C_11%2C_15%2C_18.html#/] Subscribe to Thriving Artists: The Daily Joyride ✨ Come Ride With Us... If this conversation opened something in you… Stay close: Follow The Joyride on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/robyncohenactingstudio] Every week we explore best acting practices, creative mindset, healing from setbacks, high performance tools, finding joy in the journey, and the remarkable adventure of becoming more fully ourselves. Time Stamps: 00:00 Welcome & Acting Community 02:10 Meet Daniella DeVarney 09:40 Growing Beyond Shyness 15:20 The Breath Study That Changed Everything 22:00 Better Sleep Through Breath 28:00 Relationships, Community & Longevity 34:30 Purpose Beyond Achievement 40:05 Wellness Walks & EMDR 44:00 A Personal Healing Story 49:00 Breath, Performance & Expanding Capacity 56:00 Intuition, Creativity & Trust 1:03:00 Connect with Daniella 1:08:00 Robyn’s Closing Reflections Come ride. Let’s thrive. Together. ✨ Robyn Cohen Thriving Artists: The Daily Joyride

How to Stop Giving Away Your Power | Sovereignty for Actors with Camila Greenberg

What if your creativity, confidence, and freedom were waiting on the other side of reclaiming your sovereignty? And what if the “no” you’ve been resisting was actually redirecting you toward the life and artistry meant for you all along? In this expansive and deeply energizing episode of Thriving Artists: The Daily Joyride, host Robyn Cohen welcomes Camila Greenberg, sovereignty coach, intuitive healer, artist, podcast host, former child television star, and founder of Soul Space, for a conversation about creativity, agency, authenticity, surrender, and what it really means to trust your path as an artist and human being. They discuss handling rejection in auditions by questioning the meaning assigned to a “no,” tracking how roles change you, and staying creative by accepting what is, while tapping into mystical and synchronistic energies. Cohen shares acting training opportunities as vessel-building for story and invites listeners to connect for details on online and in-person acting community options. Connect with Camila Greenberg  Instagram: @CamilaGreenberg [https://www.instagram.com/camilagreenberg?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==] 🎭 Audit a Free Acting Class with High-Performance Coach Robyn Cohen See how this work works in real time. Email: robyn@cohenactingstudio.com [robyn@cohenactingstudio.com] Subject line: Audit Or: DM "AUDIT" on Instagram: @RobynCohenActingStudio [https://www.instagram.com/robyncohenactingstudio?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr]  …and enjoy your first free Acting Class. 🎁 More info: https://www.cohenactingstudio.com [https://www.cohenactingstudio.com] 👉 Observe how actors develop presence, power and full self-expression in professional acting classes. 👉 Watch what happens when actors stop waiting and start embodying their agency and artistry. Subscribe to Thriving Artists: The Daily Joyride This channel dismantles the myth that actors must struggle and starve to succeed. Subscribe for interviews with top experts and celebrities on acting mindset, performance psychology, audition confidence, and building a thriving creative career. You don’t have to force your dream into existence. You can become the version of you who naturally lives it. Time Stamps: 00:00 Meet Camila Greenberg 00:47 Join the Acting Community 03:41 What Sovereignty Means 06:25 Blood Memory and Origins 08:57 From Child Actor to LA 10:53 Creativity Needs Sovereignty 15:22 Yes And Life Path 19:01 Tow Truck Synchronicity 24:37 Handling Audition Rejection 25:55 Reframing the No 27:54 Acting as Human Growth 29:12 When Acting Isnt Your Path 31:51 Surrender and Synchronicity 33:43 Empathy Over Judgment 38:29 Mentors and Saturn Return 41:21 Following the Heart to Work 44:55 Freedom Message and Farewell 48:36 Host Reflection and Next Steps

How to Become a Mesmerizing Actor | The Hypnosis Method That Changes Everything with Joe Tabbanella

Do you want to know how to become undeniable as an actor? Ever wonder why certain performers are absolutely mesmerizing? What if you could train your mind not just for success — but to genuinely love your life as a creative? In this powerful episode of Thriving Artists: The Daily Joyride, host Robyn Cohen interviews hypnotherapist Joe Tabbanella about hypnosis for actors, confidence training, performance mindset, and how to create a successful acting career without burnout. This is not motivational fluff. This is practical mental conditioning for performers. You’ll learn: • How to rewire self-doubt at the subconscious level • The hypnosis method that builds magnetic presence and meaningful careers. • How to love the audition process instead of fearing it • How to turn the dream in your mind into physical reality • Daily mental practices that create confidence and career momentum If you want to become a captivating, undeniable actor — and enjoy the journey along the way — this episode gives you a tangible path. Success does not have to come from pushing, scraping, or begging. You can love your life into existence — and build your dream sustainably. Connect with Joe Tabbanella Website: TabbTechnique.com [Home%20%7C%20The%20Tabb%20Technique] Instagram: @JoeTabbanella [https://www.instagram.com/joetabbanella?igsh=MWZnaGJ5czdvd2F1ZA==] 🎭 Audit a Free Acting Class See how this work works in real time. Email: robyn@cohenactingstudio.com [robyn@cohenactingstudio.com] Subject line: Free Audit Or: DM "AUDIT" on Instagram for a FREE ACTING CLASS AUDIT: https://www.instagram.com/robyncohenactingstudio/ More info: https://www.cohenactingstudio.com [https://www.cohenactingstudio.com] Watch actors train presence, confidence, and process live. 🎟 Actor Showcase — March 4 @ 8PM Victory Theatre Center—Burbank, CA  Want to see these tools in action? Join us live and experience mesmerizing performances by actors who are applying these practices right now — shimmering, shining, and fully alive in the hands of extraordinary writing. Reserve your free seat: The Actor’s Showcase Tickets, Wednesday, Mar 4 from 8 pm to 9:30 pm | Eventbrite [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-actors-showcase-tickets-1983128877858?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=wsa&aff=ebdsshwebmobile] See what happens when actors stop waiting and start embodying their power and artistry. Subscribe to Thriving Artists: The Daily Joyride This channel dismantles the myth that actors must struggle and starve to succeed. Subscribe for interviews on acting mindset, performance psychology, audition confidence, and building a thriving creative career. You don’t have to force your dream into existence. You can become the version of you who naturally lives it. Time Stamps: 00:00 Show Relaunch + Why This Episode Is Personal 00:59 Inviting You In: Actor’s Showcase & Free Class Audit 01:49 Meet Joe Tabbanella: Hypnosis, NLP & the Mindset Behind Success 32:43 Loving Your Life Into Existence (and the Body ‘Gets Jealous’) 01:02:22 Play, People-Pleasing, and Not Abandoning Yourself Mid-Game 01:06:08 Healing a Divided World: Hold a Positive Vision (Not a Reaction) 01:09:11 Keep Your Joy While Adjusting Behavior: Approval, Boundaries, and Self-Trust 01:21:43 A Step-by-Step Process to Release Stuck Emotions (Breath, Body, Meaning) 01:32:13 2035 Vision + Miraculous Client Stories: Success, Trust & Future Self

Surrendering to Success as an Actor in 2026 — with Coach Kathleen Randazzo

Ever wonder how to bring authentic power and joy into your acting career? Curious about the secret ingredients to thriving as an artist? Ready to rewrite the narrative of the 'starving artist' myth once and for all? Join host Robyn Cohen on 'Thriving Artists: The Daily Joyride' for an inspiring conversation with the multifaceted Kathleen Randazzo. Dive deep into Kathleen's journey from a budding actress to a revered teacher, director, and producer in the entertainment industry. Explore the power of authenticity, the importance of storytelling, and the joy of living a creatively abundant life. Discover actionable steps to build your career with passion, commitment and ease, and learn how embracing vulnerability and gratitude transforms your life. This enriching episode reminds us of the magic in living fully, daring brilliantly, and finding healthy balance between work and play. Tune in for a heartfelt dialogue filled with wisdom, laughter, and the essence of what it means to surrender into success in 2026. 🎁 MY GIFT TO YOU — START THE YEAR LIT UP ✨ FREE ONLINE ACTING CLASS AUDIT  Come taste the honey. No pressure. No performance. Just connection, craft, and aliveness. Your first class is free — and you’ll save $100 as my New Year’s gift to you. 🗓 Monday, January 19 @ 11:00 AM PT 🗓 Tuesday, January 20 @ 6:00 PM PT 📍 Live on Zoom — from anywhere in the world 👉 Click here to join the free class: LINK TO FREE AUDIT [https://www.cohenactingstudio.com/store/p2/Free_Audit%3A_Acting_Technique___Scene_Study_with_Robyn_Cohen_%28online%29%3A_Mondays_%40_11am_pt___Tuesdays_%40_6pm_pt_-_Free_First_Audit.html#/] All you need to do is show up as you are. You’re in! 🌱 READY TO GO DEEPER? If you feel called to commit — to train, grow, and build real creative momentum — the next session begins Monday, January 19. Choose your path: 🎬 Online Only (Worldwide) 👉 [Register for Online Series] [https://www.cohenactingstudio.com/store/p5/Jan%2FFeb%3A_Acting_Technique___Scene_Study_with_Robyn_Cohen_%28online%29%3A_1%2F19%2C_1%2F26%2C_2%2F2%2C_2%2F9_%40_11am.html#/] 🎭 Online + In-Person (Los Angeles) 👉 [Register for Online + In-Person Series] [https://www.cohenactingstudio.com/store/p6/Jan%2FFeb%3A_Acting_Technique___Scene_Study_with_Robyn_Cohen_-_Mondays_%28online%29%3A_1%2F19%2C_1%2F26%2C_2%2F2%2C_2%2F9_%40_11am___Wednesdays_%28in_person%29%3A_2%2F25%2C_3%2F4.html#/] This isn’t about pressure. It’s about practice — and becoming the artist you already are, one joyful step at a time. 🔁 SPREAD THE LOVE If this episode resonated, send it to a friend who needs it — especially at the start of the new year. That’s how this work transforms the world. 💕 💛 Leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help other artists find the show and keep this creative movement going and flowing. 📸 Follow the Joyride on Instagram: @RobynCohenactingstudio [https://cohenactingstudio.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=9d876c88a513506c82110222a&id=aaa7057815&e=20587f28e1] 🌟Connect with Kathleen Randazzo:  Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/kathleen.randazzo.7?mibextid=LQQJ4d] / Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/kdazzo55?igsh=MWhiYzVtaXFudDk3Ng==] Together, we’re rewriting the story of what it means to be a thriving artist. Can’t wait to see you in Class! Time Stamps: 17:04 Teaching and Mentorship 26:44 Facing Adversity in the Arts and Overcoming Fear 37:24 Advice to Younger Self 42:06 The Power of Surrender 43:37 Returning Home Here's to 2026!

How to Be an Unstoppable Actor: Overcoming Anxiety and Owning the Room with Alison Rodriguez

Ever wonder how artists conquer fear and thrive? Curious about mastering the art of auditions with authenticity and flair? Eager to balance a panoply of creative roles while basking in power and joy? Join host Robyn Cohen on 'Thriving Artists: The Daily Joyride' for an illuminating conversation with the extraordinary Alison Rodriguez. As a shining beacon for artists and creatives, Alison reflects on her journey from growing up in a theater family to becoming an award-winning casting director, actress, and comedian. Discover how embracing vulnerability and authenticity defines true artistic success. Alison shares actionable advice on navigating tough challenges, highlighting the power of humor and incremental steps toward achieving your dreams. This heartwarming episode is packed with insightful lessons on creating a fulfilling artistic life and the indispensable role of supportive communities. Embark on this inspiring joyride and uncover the tools to unleash your full creative potential. 🎙 Follow Alison Rodriguez ✨ IG: @bigaltowing [https://www.instagram.com/bigaltowing?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==] 🎭 Ready to step into the scene? Come remember what it feels like to get lit from within — to play, risk, and connect with your talent.  🌟 Audit Acting Class — Free! Join me online to meet your craft head-on. 👉 Audit Free [https://www.cohenactingstudio.com/store/p2/Audit_Acting_Class_with_Robyn_Cohen%3A_%28online_%26_in_person%29_First-time_Auditors_%3D_Free.html#/] 💫 Classes Begin Monday, Nov 3 @ 11AM PT (Online) + We go live in person in Los Angeles: Dec 1 & 4. • Register: Online Only [https://www.cohenactingstudio.com/store/p6/November%3A_Acting_Technique___Scene_Study_with_Robyn_Cohen_-_Mondays_%28online%29%3A_11%2F3%2C_11%2F10%2C_11%2F17%2C_11%2F24_%40_11am_pt.html#/] • Register: Online + In-Person [https://www.cohenactingstudio.com/store/p5/Nov%2FDec%3A_Acting_Technique___Scene_Study_with_Robyn_Cohen_-_Mondays_%28online%29_%40_11am_pt%3A_11%2F3_-_11%2F24___December_%28in-person%29_%40_7pm_pt%3A_12%2F1_%26_12%2F4.html#/] • Returning Auditors: Click Here [https://www.cohenactingstudio.com/store/p2/Audit_Acting_Class_with_Robyn_Cohen%3A_%28online_%26_in_person%29_First-time_Auditors_%3D_Free.html#/] 🎁 Bonus Freebie Grab my 7-minute audio guide — “5 Proven Practices to Peace & Power.” 👉 Download Free Gift [https://mailchi.mp/cohenactingstudio/free-gift-to-freedom] Follow Robyn’s Joyride on IG: @RobynCohenActingStudio [https://instagram.com/robyncohenactingstudio] 💛 Loved this episode? Share it with a friend who could use a spark today! 💫 Leave a quick review on Spotify or Apple — your words help other artists find the show and keep this creative movement going and growing! 🎁 (Psst… send me a screenshot of your review — I’ll send some “arts & crafts!” goodies your way!) Together, we’re rewriting the story of what it means to be a thriving artist. See you in class! 🎭 RC! Time Stamps: 01:59 Alison Rodriguez's Background and Achievements 04:58 Early Life and Theater Legacy 09:37 The Casting Process and Authenticity 27:39 Comedy and Overcoming Anxiety 36:54 Melting Fear Through Repetition 38:22 Exposure Therapy and Its Intensity 41:30 Mindfulness and Presence 57:12 Empathy and Understanding Others 01:00:20 The Joy of Making People Laugh 01:06:10 Encouragement to Share Your Gifts Click for a Free Audit! [https://www.cohenactingstudio.com/store/p2/Audit_Acting_Class_with_Robyn_Cohen%3A_%28online_%26_in_person%29_First-time_Auditors_%3D_Free.html#/]