1. What to Do if You Bomb, LA Comedy Venues, and Starting a Podcast with Elke Thoms

3. Building a Social Media Audience, Working in Casting as an Actor, and Making Your Self Tapes Stand Out with Jay Ellis

Curious about the impact of a social media audience on an acting career? In this episode, I chat with actor, writer, and content creator Jay Ellis about working in casting as an actor, developing his comedic voice and social media presence, and standing out in your self tapes. Jay's links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/still_jellis TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@still_jellis

2. How to get into CalArts' Character Animation Program, Classes for Working Artists, and Making Live Action Projects as an Animator with Lee Witz

Ever wondered how to get into CalArts' prestigious character animation program? In this episode, I chat with storyboard artist, art director, and writer Lee Witz about his application process and education at CalArts, his career and continued education as a storyboard artist, and his venture into making a live action short as an animator. Lee's links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leewitzart TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@leeanimates

1. What to Do if You Bomb, LA Comedy Venues, and Starting a Podcast with Elke Thoms

Ever wondered how to break into stand-up comedy? In this episode, I chat with comedian, writer, and podcast host Elke Thoms about the classes, venues, and festivals that have helped her build a career. We also get into how her writing process has evolved over time and what it really takes to start a podcast of your own. Elke's links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elkethoms TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@elkethoms Banging It Out Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/bangingitoutpod