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Annie Korzen shares her unique journey in the entertainment industry, reflecting on her late start in acting, the challenges of ageism, and the impact of her looks on casting. She discusses her newfound fame on TikTok and the joy of storytelling, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and connection across generations. She also shares her experiences navigating modern slang, the importance of authenticity in content creation, and the unexpected friendships that have shaped her life.

https://www.amazon.com/Book-Annie-Chutzpah-Accidental-Influencer/dp/B0C4JPK3Q2

https://www.instagram.com/anniekorzen/

Keywords

Annie Korzen, acting, storytelling, TikTok, ageism, Hollywood, personal stories, influence, resilience, authenticity, TikTok, authenticity, friendship, Jewish identity, humor, personal growth, content creation, life lessons, cultural insights, storytelling, podcast, Seinfeld

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Annie Korzen

00:58 Full Circle in Acting

03:02 The Impact of Looks on Casting

06:07 Discovering Storytelling Passion

09:57 Teaching and Influencing

13:01 Navigating Ageism in Hollywood

14:55 Authenticity and Connection Across Generations

18:55 Resilience Through Life's Challenges

20:38 Navigating New Language and Slang

21:49 The Power of Authenticity in Content Creation

23:33 Unexpected Friendships and Personal Growth

30:36 Embracing Jewish Identity and Humor

35:42 The Importance of Saying 'Yeah, Why Not?'

39:02 Closing Thoughts and Life Lessons



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