What's Your Secret

Today we are chatting with Ebony Adams. We chat about:

• The Women in Film organization and the amazing programing they do
• The most productive thing you can do is survive
• Giving yourself permission to create bad work
• Accountability partners
• Doing the pre-work
• Finding what works for you
• Embracing the zero-draft
• Writing stories because it’s a story you want to tell
• The notion that an overnight success is a myth
• There’s no time limit on your work

Mentioned in the Episode:
Wif.orgCheck out Ebony's podcasts Feminist Frequency Radio Podcast and Cinema Ball

Connect with Ebony:
Twitter: ebonyasterStay Up to Date:

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Music by: Michael Paraskevas

A little update on what's happening with the show - we'll be be back soon!

Misha Molani is an actor and comedian based in Los Angeles. When she’s not acting, Misha is an art coordinator on Orville. If you are interested in getting involved on set in any capacity, then you're going to love this episode. We chat about what exactly an art coordinator does, how to get involved on set, the underrepresentation of South Asian people in Hollywood, always being a student, and “doing it scared.”
Please note: This episode was recorded several months ago.

Mentioned in the Episode:

• Watch Misha in Unfair and Ugly
• Watch Misha in Episode 5 of Friend Request
• Elsewhere: Directed by Kali Baker Johnson. Stay tuned for more details about this incredible film!
• Baegency: WOC Sketch Comedy Team performs at the Pack Theatre First Fridays at 8pm
• Shout Out: Misha’s Dad & Kali Baker Johnson

Fact Check: Was Alan Rickman a graphic designer until he was 40? Correct! Alan Rickman was a graphic designer and didn’t book his first feature until he was in his forties.

Connect with Misha:

IG: mimolani

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Music by: Michael Paraskevas

If you’re interested in learning more about casting for film and television, then this episode is for you! Cara Chute Rosenbaum is casting director in Los Angeles. Some of her recent work includes The Mindy Project, The League, and Jumanji Next Level.
We chat about:

• How to get a job in casting
• What actually goes into casting (It’s not just about being talented!) Actors: what do YOU bring to the role?
• How long does it take to cast a TV show?
• Everyone feels imposter syndrome (even casting directors!)
• Personal growth and continuing to learn and evolve
• Balancing motherhood with a career in the film industry
• Inclusion in casting
• And more!

Cara’s advice to actors: Be a kind human!

Connect with Cara:

IG: ccrcasting

Mentioned in the Episode:

• Casting Society of America course in casting
• Casting Directors Cut
• Dance Dance Party Party

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Music by: Michael Paraskevas

Today we sit down with my dear friend, actor Cara Mitsuko. Cara is an actor based out of Los Angeles and you may have seen her in You, The Rookie, Westworld, or Man in the High Castle. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to be a guest star on a television show, then you’ll love this episode. We talk about everything from the pressure to appear “interesting” and “desirable,” finding freedom in exploration, following your gut, and moving away from what you feel like you “should” be doing.
Note: This episode was recored several months ago.

Connect with Cara:

IG: cara.mitsuko

Mentioned in the Episode:

• Dead to Me - available for streaming on Netflix
• Luis Valdez & Zoot Suit
• The Last Dance - available for streaming on Netflix

Shout Out To: Rachael Perrellfosket

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Music by: Michael Paraskevas