Actor Problems

You're an actor because you love it. Because it's fun! Because you can't *not* do it. But have you ever wondered why we're so damn stressed? My name is Tony Rossi. I'm a mindset coach and guest expert for Backstage, helping actors see things differently with the things that make them stressed and overwhelmed so that you can focus on what matters.Actor Problems is a self care podcast for actors that does just that.And remember - we can be messy, actors, and still get the things we want. #notperfectLet's go get 'em, actors.

Actor Problems is a arts podcast hosted by Tony Rossi, with 204 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Tony Rossi hosts Actor Problems, a arts show with 204 episodes published.

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  Episode #10

  actor stratgies on how "not to stay in the suck"

  Feb 27, 202548 minS6

  <p >We’re bringing back working actor and certified life coach DaJuan Johnson DaJuan Johnson is a working actor, certified life coach, and founder of Think Bigger Coaching, where he helps actors book their first or next big TV and film role. Known for his seven-season run as Detective Rondell Pierce on Amazon’s Bosch and Bosch: Legacy, DaJuan currently recurs on NCIS: Origins as Detective Noah Oakley and Disney’s How We Became the Biggest Band in the World.</p> <p >With credits including Grey’s Anatomy, 9-1-1, Narcos, Suits, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, NCIS (Hawaii and Origins), and Agent Carter...

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  Episode #10

  Talent Manager Talks Mental Health + What She Looks For In Actors

  Feb 6, 202551 minS6

  <p >Today's episode is with talent manager and career coach Anastasia Edwards. </p> <p >Born in Georgia (the country) and raised in St. Petersburg, Russia, Ana moved to the United States at 18 after studying at the Theater Academy of Dramatic Arts. She built a solid on-camera resume, featuring roles in NCIS Hawaii (CBS), Chicago Fire (NBC), and Little America (Apple TV+), in addition to award-winning film credits. Ana has always been passionate about the business side of acting, which she fully explored during the pandemic by launching career coaching for actors. Her coaching quickly gained popularity, helping actors define their b...

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  Episode #8

  This might be why you can't get an agent...with Brian Patacca

  Jan 23, 20251h 2mS6

  <p >Today's episode features Brian Patacca. </p> <p >NOTE: If you're catching this in winter of 2025, Brian is once again hosting his popular masterclass Make Agents Want You LIVE! </p> <p >Click here to snag a spot </p> <p > </p> <p >Brian helps actors get what they want without all the struggle. He’s helped 724 actors find representation and is even known as “The Representation Whisperer”.</p> <p >Through his wildly popular online courses (Audition Magnet® and #agentgoals®) and entertaining podcast, Brian teaches actors how to market themselves authentically, use gratitude to open doors, and book the roles they were born to play.<...

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  Episode #7

  the world is falling apart....(here's what to do)

  Jan 16, 20258 minS3

  <p>You know the feeling...</p> <p>"The world is falling apart." </p> <p>Maybe it's because of the political climate. Or maybe there's a major headline dominating the news, making you stressed AF, burnt out, and feeling lost of all hope...</p> <p>The following is from a FB live I recorded discussing the following...</p> how to protect your mental health when it feels like the world is falling apart  the difference between setting boundaries and tuning out completely how to stay informed without burnout  how to actually help in a logical, stratgical way, without being overwhelmed when you...

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  Episode #5

  From set mistreating to finding your power - with Katharin "K" Mraz

  Jan 9, 202550 minS6

  <p >In this episode, we discuss…</p> <p> </p> <p >Why so much of the casting world “has nothing to do with the actors” </p> <p >How she became a “jack of all trades” working on both sides of the camera (including production.) </p> <p >What it’s like owning her own production company </p> <p >Why she says yes when it comes to producing & funding other films</p> <p >The lack of representation on screen for Asian actors</p> <p >How the lack of representation of her demographics led her to start writing </p> <p >The challenges she had as both a woman a...

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