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First Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates52 | A Beautiful Day in the Neighbourhood: Neighbours to Lovers Trope Deep DiveDon’t forget, Meg’s new book All Twerk No Play drops May 15th! So get thee to the ‘Zon and download/buy your copy ASAP. Support indie writers! https://amzn.to/3Ee2O9Z Now onto the show…This week on First Dates & Soulmates, we're cracking open the windows, cranking up the tension, and diving into one of the most underrated romance environments: neighbours to lovers.Meg and Nikki break down why this setting-based trope hits so hard, especially when your neighbor just might be your next emotional disaster or love story.Lis...2025-05-0752 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates47 | Where Absurd Meets Heartfelt: Why We Love The Fake Dating TropeStrap in. We’re going deep. This week on First Dates & Soulmates, it’s a trope episode! And we’re dissecting every glorious and absurd nuance of fake dating.Nikki may think this trope is the Chardonnay of romance (she’ll drink it if you serve it), while Meg is out here creating full frameworks while waiting in line at Disneyland.In This Episode:* Why so many fake dating books fall apart if the initial premise isn’t strong* Why romantic vulnerability matters more than jellybeans* The difference between fake datin...2025-04-0253 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates46 | Romance, but Make It Rich? Secret Billionaire RomanceThis week we wrap up our month-long Secret Identity theme with the most opulent trope of all: Secret Billionaires. We discuss “Butt-Dialing the Billionaire” by Annika Martin and…* The "specialist boy" framework: time, money, title—and how power imbalance is managed (or not).* What readers love about billionaire books: wish fulfillment, lifestyle fantasy, and… not having to cook dinner.* Why this book had us yelling “That’s not how phones work!” for the first 20 pages.* A breakdown of billionaire romance structure: the transformation from emotionally stunted workaholic to romantic marshmallow....2025-03-2656 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates45 | "My boring husband is a super spy!" True Lies & Mr. and Mrs. SmithHow do you fix a secret spy marriage? Blow some stuff up. This episode, Nikki and Meg discuss two classic secret identity action romance films, 1994’s True Lies & 2005’s Mr. and Mrs. Smith.Inside this episode:* Which spy couple actually had the healthier marriage?* How do you balance of action, romance, and insane sexual tension WITH GASLIGHTING?* Why do both of these movies feature the worst best friends ever (looking at you, Tom Arnold & Vince Vaughn).* Would Nikki & Meg survive if they were secretly spies? (Spoiler: one of t...2025-03-1951 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesJustine ClarkeSend us a textSupport the show2024-12-2333 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesGenevieve HegneySend us a textSupport the show2024-12-1845 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesDaniel MonksSend us a textSupport the show2024-11-2656 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesHuw Higginson and Hannah WatermanSend us a textSupport the show2024-11-1152 minFirst Dates & SoulmatesFirst Dates & Soulmates27: A NaNoWriMo Author RoundtableFor many creative folks the world over, the month of November is spent in pursuit of writing 50,000 words. Today, Meg & Nikki welcome 3 of Meg’s author & entrepreneurial friends to see how they’re approaching this month.Listen into the roundtable as they discuss:* The reason why they’re not doing the “official” NaNoWriMo challenge* Why writing succinctly is so freaking hard (we’re looking at you, Meg)* Their differing approaches to outlining and story creationA slightly sad note, during this recording session Megan Flatt’s audio decided to die so she doe...2024-11-0649 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesDrew LivingstonSend us a textSupport the show2024-11-0457 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesSheanna Parker RussonSend us a textSupport the show2024-10-2858 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesSarah FurnariSend us a textSupport the show2024-10-211h 06An Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesBrandon McClellandSend us a textSupport the show2024-10-0753 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesDarren GilshenanSend us a textSupport the show2024-09-301h 06An Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesLauren Jimmieson Craig & Anthony CraigSend us a textLauren Jimmieson Craig & Anthony Craig are two multi-talented Australianperformers. Having first met when they studied together at the QueenslandConservatorium, both Lauren and Anthony have led successful careers bothtogether and separately. Lauren has appeared on stage in the international tour of‘Paw Patrol’, serving as both a performer and the Associate Choreographer - she was also recently seen onstage in the stage productions of 'Cinderella' and 'Elvis'. Anthonywas recently seen on stage in mainstage productions of ‘Once’ and 'Elvis.'They have also created the chil...2024-09-2353 minThe Smarter Podcast with Emily AustenThe Smarter Podcast with Emily AustenSam McKnight MBESamuel McKnight MBE is a hairstylist known for his work with celebrities including Princess Diana, Kate Moss and Lady Gaga, and for his collaborations with fashion houses like Chanel, Fendi, Balmain and Burberry. In the height of the Covid-19 Pandemic, Sam launched his new product line, which has gone from strength to strength.We sat down to discuss indulgence in nostalgia, the best advice Charlotte Tilbury has ever given him, where he gets his inspiration and how he's achieved staying power. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-09-1938 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesGuy EdmondsSend us a textGuy Edmonds is an Australian artist who is proof that life in the creative industry can take many different paths. As well as being a talented actor with over 50 credits on stage and screen, he is also an Emmy Award winning writer and director who has had two TV series commissioned by the ABC. In this chat Guy discusses the rollercoaster of triumphs and struggles that he has faced throughout his career. In doing so, he speaks about the importance of building life experience as an artist, making peace with the uncertainty within...2024-09-161h 06An Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesWendi LanhamSend us a textWendi Lanham is an Australian creative with many talents. Starting young in her professional creative career as an actor and model, she later added presenting and producing to her professional skill set. A true advocate for helping others thrive in the creative industry, she now spends her time mixing her acting talent with business acumen as both a freelance performing artist and the General Manager at Creative Plus Business. In this chat, Wendi speaks about finding ways to control your career as an artist,  the benefits of setting internal goals, and th...2024-09-0959 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesCarissa LeeSend us a textCarissa Lee is a talented and multi-faceted Noongar actor based in Naarm, Melbourne. Since graduating from Flinders Drama Centre, she has made her mark across film, television and theatre. Most recently, she appeared as Principal Cruz in ABC’s ‘Planet Lulin’, and has also performed with Melbourne Theatre Company, the Malthouse Theatre, and State Theatre Company of South Australia. More than just an actor, however, she also completed her PhD at the University of Melbourne in which she focused on cultural safety and how to establish safe working environments between Mob and non-In...2024-09-0247 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesCharles WuSend us a textCharles Wu is an Australian actor, writer and musician who has been building a strong career for himself across both the stage and screen. Perhaps best known for his role on screen as Ken Liu in ‘Doctor Doctor’ Charles has also regularly treaded the boards with some of Australia’s most respected theatre companies including Sydney Theatre Company, Melbourne Theatre Company, Belvoir St. Theatre, and most recently the State Theatre Company of South Australia. In this chat, he talks about the many contradictions in the lif...2024-08-2658 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesAlexandra JensenSend us a textAlexandra Jensen is an AACTA-nominated Australian actress who you may recognise from her television roles in ‘Talk To Me’, ‘Frayed’, ‘Amazing Grace’ and ‘The Messenger’. In this chat, soon after her debut performance in a play in London play, she talks about learning on the job, navigating the highs and lows of acting, battling imposter syndrome, and the importance of asking questions when building a creative career.Support the show2024-08-1948 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesRose MarelSend us a textIntroducing Rose Marel - an Aussie actor living and working in Canada! If you have ever wanted to give that move a go - listen to how Rose did (and is doing!) it. When in Sydney she produced a film company called Chimera Storm Productions, and starred in a play called 'Tick Tick Boom' with subtlenuance (and me!) and since moving to Canada she's done numerous jobs for screen, and recently featured in the play 'Time Stands Still' at the Nest Theatre Granville Island. If you want to check...2023-11-2145 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesJay James-MoodySend us a textJay James-Moody is an award-winning actor, director, writer and producer. Jay is the creator and Artistic Director of acclaimed boutique company Squabbalogic Independent Music Theatre - one of Australia’s premier producers of intimate musical theatre. In this chat he talks about how squabbalogic came about,  and shares  many thoughts and experiences from his ongoing, amazing career as an actor and a director. Support the show2023-11-1358 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesDarius WilliamsSend us a textYou’ve seen him in plays in Sydney and Melbourne, or maybe on you Tv in Home and Away, Transfusion, Deadloch, The Secret Kingdom or many others!? Now you’ve heard him on An Actor Survives! A star of stage and screen - and a genuinely lovely person- chatting with Darius was heaps of fun and really inspiring. Episode out now!Support the show2023-11-061h 07An Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesTaia FavaleSend us a textIt’s exciting to hear about the experiences from actors at all stages of their careers- and this episode absolutely rings true to that! Taia graduated from Actors Centre Australia in 2022, so is in her very first year out in the industry. In this episode she chats to Emily about her first experiences with a professional job, life at drama school during a pandemic and her thoughts about life as an actor - as well as her hopes and dreams for the future. Listen now!Support the show2023-10-3046 minKindie Rock StarsKindie Rock StarsSeason 4 Ep 49 - EMILY WHO - Album Feature - "Let's Pretend"Emily McKnight, known in the children's music community as Emily Who, joins the show from Sydney, Australia to talk about how the stars aligned for her to start making music for kids.  She also talks about her inspiration for the name Emily Who.  She shares 5 song stories and songs from the album, including:  1 - Does a Duck Go Woof2 - Like an Elephant3 - Sing-a-long Song4 - Off We Go5 - All You Have to Do is DreamFind the Album at:Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/album/5thA...2023-10-2734 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesJulia BillingtonSend us a textSeason 3 episode 2 featuring Julia Billington. We chat about acting of course, but also religion, experience as a student and they share their love of yoga, of community, their dog (who you might hear chatting with my cat in the background!) and all the ways they are contributing to the world as a wonderful creative artist. I was also (as I often am) very much fan girling - Julia is an incredible actor- whom you may have seen in recent Bell Shakespeare productions. SO thrilled to have them on the pod!T...2023-10-2355 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesPatrick BrammallSend us a textSeason 3 is finally here!! And what an absolute thrill to start it off with incredible Aussie actor- Patrick Brammall. You’ve likely seen him on your  screen - offspring anyone? Colin from Accounts? (Of which he also wrote with his wife Harriet Dyer!)  And, now you get to hear him chat with Emily about what life as an actor is like for him- and hear his top tips for surviving a career in the arts.This episode is sponsored by Actors Centre Australia.Each episode of season three has B...2023-10-1645 minSchwebel Room Media - 3PMD, The Dirty 30, Random Shhh with Old PainlessSchwebel Room Media - 3PMD, The Dirty 30, Random Shhh with Old Painless3PMD Episode #319 Beyonce Tour, JayZ's Baby, Brian McKnight, Hilton Toe Sucker, AITA Child SupportTopics 1: BEYONCÉ ON TRACK TO MAKE HISTORY WITH $2B RENAISSANCE TOUR https://hiphopdx.com/news/beyonce-renaissance-tour-2-billion-gross Beyoncé could reportedly net over $2 billion from her forthcoming Renaissance World Tour, which would make it the highest-grossing tour in history. $751 million and $2.4 billion are the low and high estimations based on average ticket prices from 52 shows. Current record holder is Elton John, whose Farewell Yellow Brick Road pulled in a staggering $853,000,000 from 293 concerts between 2018 and 2023. 2: Jay-Z’s Secret Child And Has Filed A Court Order To Make Rapper Take A DNA Test https://hollywoodunlocked.com/jay-z-secret-child-paternity-test-dna-social-media-reacts/ Rymir Satterthwaite has been...2023-05-181h 27The Theatre Thoughts PodcastThe Theatre Thoughts PodcastLearning how An Actor Survives with Emily McKnightOn this week's episode, I sit down with fellow podcaster Emily McKnight to discuss her podcast An Actor Survives.Emily and I are swap stories on where our podcast came from and what makes our passions continue amidst possible burnout. Emily shares stories of her alter ego Emily Who, speaking to Bell Shakespeare creator John Bell on the podcast, her career in theatre, and winning an actual trophy!You can listen to Emily speak to an array of artists on An Actor Survives wherever you get your podcasts, or through the links below....2023-03-0533 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesLauren GrimsonSend us a textWhat an exciting end to season two of An Actor Survives - an episode featuring Lauren Grimson. If you are a horror fan, you might know her from: The Osiris Child (2016), The Legend of Ben Hall (2017), Water Horse (2020), and The Possessed (2021).Emily hasn't watched much horror... and was beyond thrilled to chat to someone with so much knowledge acting in the genre. Lauren shares lots about her experience, and offers useful advice for all actors. Support the show2023-02-2752 minFirst Comes Love Then Comes MarriageFirst Comes Love Then Comes MarriageS4 Ep 3 It Takes Two (Dating for Marriage recap)On last week's episode of the First comes Love then Comes Marriage podcast, expert dating specialist Dr. Emily Mcknight  joined Lindsey and Aaron Jackson to share her top tips for finding love. In this week's episode, Lindsey and Aaron will be recapping the most insightful and thought-provoking moments from their conversation with Dr. McKnight. She shared insider tips on how to make a great first impression, the importance of clear communication, and how to deal with rejection. Lindsey and Aaron will be diving into the key takeaways from their conversation with Dr. McKnight and offering their own perspectives on the d...2023-02-1738 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesAnthony Brandon WongSend us a textActor, acting coach, pop singer, and all-round lovely person - Anthony Brandon Wong is this week's guest. Anthony shares stories, advice and experiences from his career and he and Emily discuss all sorts of things from music, to acting styles to cats! This was a hard episode to edit... there was so much good stuff, I am sure you will agree it was worth it to keep it a bit longer!Support the show2023-02-131h 11First Comes Love Then Comes MarriageFirst Comes Love Then Comes MarriageS4 Ep 2 Just Friends (How to Get Married)Get ready to turn up the heat this Valentine's Day with the one and only Dr. Emily McKnight! Join us as we dive into the thrilling world of finding your perfect life partner. Whether you're a hopeless romantic or a skeptic when it comes to love, you won't want to miss this episode! Dr. McKnight is a leading expert in sexual abstinence research and has been helping people navigate the ups and downs of relationships for years. With her expert insights, we'll explore the different approaches to finding a life partner, from online dating to traditional matchmaking. You'll learn the...2023-02-1046 minNew Books in American StudiesNew Books in American StudiesEmily Strasser, "Half-Life of a Secret: Reckoning with a Hidden History" (UP of Kentucky, 2023)In 1942, the US government began construction on a sixty-thousand-acre planned community named Oak Ridge in a rural area west of Knoxville, Tennessee. Unmarked on regional maps, Oak Ridge attracted more than seventy thousand people eager for high-paying wartime jobs. Among them was author Emily Strasser's grandfather George, a chemist. All employees—from scientists to secretaries, from military personnel to construction workers—were restricted by the tightest security. They were provided only the minimum information necessary to perform their jobs.It wasn't until three years later that the citizens of Oak Ridge, and the rest of the world, lear...2023-02-0559 minThe University Press of Kentucky PodcastThe University Press of Kentucky PodcastEmily Strasser, "Half-Life of a Secret: Reckoning with a Hidden History" (UP of Kentucky, 2023)In 1942, the US government began construction on a sixty-thousand-acre planned community named Oak Ridge in a rural area west of Knoxville, Tennessee. Unmarked on regional maps, Oak Ridge attracted more than seventy thousand people eager for high-paying wartime jobs. Among them was author Emily Strasser's grandfather George, a chemist. All employees—from scientists to secretaries, from military personnel to construction workers—were restricted by the tightest security. They were provided only the minimum information necessary to perform their jobs.It wasn't until three years later that the citizens of Oak Ridge, and the rest of the world, lear...2023-02-0559 minNew Books in Military HistoryNew Books in Military HistoryEmily Strasser, "Half-Life of a Secret: Reckoning with a Hidden History" (UP of Kentucky, 2023)In 1942, the US government began construction on a sixty-thousand-acre planned community named Oak Ridge in a rural area west of Knoxville, Tennessee. Unmarked on regional maps, Oak Ridge attracted more than seventy thousand people eager for high-paying wartime jobs. Among them was author Emily Strasser's grandfather George, a chemist. All employees—from scientists to secretaries, from military personnel to construction workers—were restricted by the tightest security. They were provided only the minimum information necessary to perform their jobs.It wasn't until three years later that the citizens of Oak Ridge, and the rest of the world, lear...2023-02-0559 minNew Books in the American SouthNew Books in the American SouthEmily Strasser, "Half-Life of a Secret: Reckoning with a Hidden History" (UP of Kentucky, 2023)In 1942, the US government began construction on a sixty-thousand-acre planned community named Oak Ridge in a rural area west of Knoxville, Tennessee. Unmarked on regional maps, Oak Ridge attracted more than seventy thousand people eager for high-paying wartime jobs. Among them was author Emily Strasser's grandfather George, a chemist. All employees—from scientists to secretaries, from military personnel to construction workers—were restricted by the tightest security. They were provided only the minimum information necessary to perform their jobs.It wasn't until three years later that the citizens of Oak Ridge, and the rest of the world, lear...2023-02-0558 minNew Books in Urban StudiesNew Books in Urban StudiesEmily Strasser, "Half-Life of a Secret: Reckoning with a Hidden History" (UP of Kentucky, 2023)In 1942, the US government began construction on a sixty-thousand-acre planned community named Oak Ridge in a rural area west of Knoxville, Tennessee. Unmarked on regional maps, Oak Ridge attracted more than seventy thousand people eager for high-paying wartime jobs. Among them was author Emily Strasser's grandfather George, a chemist. All employees—from scientists to secretaries, from military personnel to construction workers—were restricted by the tightest security. They were provided only the minimum information necessary to perform their jobs.It wasn't until three years later that the citizens of Oak Ridge, and the rest of the world, lear...2023-02-0558 minNew Books in Science, Technology, and SocietyNew Books in Science, Technology, and SocietyEmily Strasser, "Half-Life of a Secret: Reckoning with a Hidden History" (UP of Kentucky, 2023)In 1942, the US government began construction on a sixty-thousand-acre planned community named Oak Ridge in a rural area west of Knoxville, Tennessee. Unmarked on regional maps, Oak Ridge attracted more than seventy thousand people eager for high-paying wartime jobs. Among them was author Emily Strasser's grandfather George, a chemist. All employees—from scientists to secretaries, from military personnel to construction workers—were restricted by the tightest security. They were provided only the minimum information necessary to perform their jobs.It wasn't until three years later that the citizens of Oak Ridge, and the rest of the world, lear...2023-02-0559 minNew Books in Environmental StudiesNew Books in Environmental StudiesEmily Strasser, "Half-Life of a Secret: Reckoning with a Hidden History" (UP of Kentucky, 2023)In 1942, the US government began construction on a sixty-thousand-acre planned community named Oak Ridge in a rural area west of Knoxville, Tennessee. Unmarked on regional maps, Oak Ridge attracted more than seventy thousand people eager for high-paying wartime jobs. Among them was author Emily Strasser's grandfather George, a chemist. All employees—from scientists to secretaries, from military personnel to construction workers—were restricted by the tightest security. They were provided only the minimum information necessary to perform their jobs.It wasn't until three years later that the citizens of Oak Ridge, and the rest of the world, lear...2023-02-0559 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesNikita WaldronSend us a textThis week on An Actor Survives, Emily chats to the incredible Nikita Waldron - having seen her onstage at Sydney Theatre Company the night before! If you are Sydney based, it's likely you have seen her on our stages, or know her from her recent Rebel Wilson Scholarship at ATYP. Support the show2023-01-3050 minArmchair HistoriansArmchair HistoriansEmily Strasser, Half-Life of a Secret, Part 2Not too long ago, Anne Marie had the opportunity to talk to Emily Strasser. Emily has written a book about a little-known community built in secret by the United States government in rural western Knoxville, Tennessee. Oak Ridge was one of three secret cities constructed by the Manhattan Project. Emily Strasser is a writer based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She received her MFA in nonfiction from the University of Minnesota. Her work has appeared in Catapult, Ploughshares, Guernica, Colorado Review, The Bitter Southerner, The Bulletin of Atomic Scientists, Gulf Coast, and Tricycle, among others, and she was the p...2023-01-2424 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesJade FudaSend us a textJade Fuda and Emily worked together last year with Sport For Jove Theatre Company - having both dreamed of one day working for them. Jade's continued working with them throughout 2022 (and already 2023!) She's been seen on our stages by young and old - also regularly working with children's theatre company CDP. She shares her experiences on this episode- and is open and honest about dealing with nerves, as well as the transition into life as a (regularly) working actor.Support the show2023-01-2352 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesLinda Nicholls-GidleySend us a textLinda is a freelance voice, accents and dialect coach, an actor and a writer based in Sydney, Australia. Many in the theatre industry in Australia are likely to have worked with her in some capacity: as their teacher at drama school, as an accent coach on a play, a fellow actor, or indeed have discovered her through 'Accent Olympics' - a brilliant online accent coaching class she ran to help actors keep training in lockdown. Her story of working in the arts industry in Australia is fascinating - filled with much knowledge and...2023-01-161h 00An Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesJohn BellSend us a textIt's been one year since the podcast started! To celebrate, this episode features  Australia's National Living Treasure, John Bell.  Known best for running Bell Shakespeare Company for 25 years and for his incredible contribution to theatre in Australia. Emily recently had the opportunity to work with him at Ensemble Theatre, and they sat down to talk about John's life and work and how best to 'survive' as an actor. Support the show2023-01-0937 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesDeborah AnSend us a textDeborah An actually HAS been on Home and Away - so she can say that to uber drivers! She's also a regular on our stages and screens and has very refreshing insights about these experiences. We also discuss being an introvert in foyers, not always knowing famous actors names and of course, dogs! Support the show2022-11-1455 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesHannah RavenSend us a textHannah Raven: Actor. Burlesque Artist. Edgar Allan Poe Aficionado.Hannah shares with us her experiences about all of the above in this episode - and how she navigates creating work and combining all her skills in her many varying roles. Currently seen in The Great Gatsby in Brisbane - don't miss her incredible performance! Support the show2022-11-011h 03An Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesSandy GreenwoodSend us a textMulti award winning First Nations artist, Sandy Greenwood has worked professionally across stage and screen as an actor, voice artist, cultural consultant and writer for over 20 years. In this episode she shares her journey creating her one-woman show, Matriarch, how her life experiences influence her artistry, and how much she continues to learn and grow as her career flourishes. Support the show2022-10-2555 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesAndrew HearleSend us a textAndrew Hearle is an actor and acting coach. He is the founder of StageMilk.com, one of the world's largest acting resources, and has trained thousands of actors over the last 10 years. He graduated WAAPA in 2012, and has worked professionally across film, TV and Theatre. As you can imagine, with all of the above, he has a lot of interesting thoughts and experiences about ‘surviving’ as an actor!Support the show2022-10-1754 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesMonica SayersSend us a textMonica Sayers is an Actor, Yoga Teacher and DJ - who has worked extensively in different performance mediums over the past 15 years in Australia, the UK and Ireland. In this episode she shares about many of these experiences. Support the show2022-10-1054 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesEmma WrightSend us a textIf you are in the industry in Sydney, you have probably come across Emma Wright in some capacity. She wears multiple hats - actor, writer, producer - and co-founder of Eye Contact Theatre Company. She manages to be outstanding at all of the above, (aswell as be a very good human) and in this episode she offers her insights into how to juggle all that, and her experiences managing said juggle.Support the show2022-10-0350 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesChristopher TomkinsonSend us a textChristopher Tomkinson (AKA: CT!)  has worked as an actor, director, producer and writer in theatre, radio, TV & film. This chat originally went for over 2hrs and was hard to cut - CT has many a story to share about his experiences - and this ep even has a BONUS five survival tips.  You can find the Dylan Alcott speech referenced here: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2022-01-26/dylan-alcott-australian-of-the-year-speech-in-full/100783308Support the show2022-09-191h 10An Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesMaddison BurridgeSend us a textMaddison Burridge is a Meanjin/Brisbane actor, who is currently understudying the main role in shake&stir’s national touring production of Jane Eyre. She’s also one of Emily’s best friends - they met when touring Australia, Hong Kong and New Zealand with Poetry In Action in 2017. In this chat, they discuss navigating a career as a freelance actor, what it’s like working as an understudy, importance of support networks and the transition of craft from university to employment. Support the show2022-09-121h 02An Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesShan-Ree TanSend us a textIf you live in Sydney, you would definitely have seen Shan-Ree onstage. He has hopped from stage to stage for the last few years - performing in many different roles, and winning a Sydney Theatre Award in the process! Emily and Shan worked together in Sport For Jove's 'As You Like it' over summer, and in this episode they discuss that experience, juggling multiple careers and a great audition mindset. Support the show2022-09-051h 02An Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesSarah BartoloSend us a textSarah Bartolo is an actor, writer and singer based in Naarm/Melbourne. She is also... an instagram 'influencer.'  Well, Emily was 'influenced' by her - Sarah posts hilarious characters and satirical sketches on her page, which Emily discovered during the pandemic lockdowns. In this ep that chat about Sarah's experience as an actor in New York (in comparison to Australia), creating the instagram characters and the ways to survive the times when the work is few and far between. The book referenced is called: The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron. S...2022-08-2944 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesCatherine Văn-DaviesSend us a textIn this episode, Emily and Catherine discuss a lot of BIG topics in the industry (and indeed society!) Catherine shares a lot of insight and wisdom about how she got to where she is now - a regular on our stages, our TVs (currently on The Twelve and Barons) as well as the Co-Artistic Director of Redline at the Old Fitz theatre in Sydney. Support the show2022-08-221h 02An Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesSimon WardSend us a textSimon Ward is an Actor, Singer, Psychologist, Director, Teacher and.. a guest on this episode! Emily and Simon discuss the importance of emotions - especially when coupled with stressful situations ( ie auditions) aswell as the many ups and downs of the industry. Lots of laughs and lots of practical tips in this ep - check it out! Support the show2022-08-1555 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesBilly McPhersonSend us a textBilly's first Belvoir Theatre show was 1993... and he just performed in one in 2021. He's an incredible indigenous actor, writer and voice over artist, who tells many a story and offers some of the best advice I've ever had in this ep. It's a must-listen, right to the end!Support the show2022-08-0832 minKatie\'s CribKatie's CribDealing with Post-Weaning Depression w/ Alison Eakle & Emily RodgersHappy National Breastfeeding Month! To celebrate, Katie invites Alison Eakle (Shondaland’s Chief Content Officer of TV and Film) and Emily Rodgers (former corporate attorney turned stay-at-home mom) to chat about their experiences of surviving post-weaning depression.   The mothers discuss when they noticed that they weren't feeling like their usual selves, and some ways they tried to minimize depression around weaning. They also provide advice to fellow moms who may be suspecting they are also going through similar circumstances.    Plus, what are some additional things that this week’s awesome ladies have le...2022-08-0456 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesEmily JoySend us a textAn Actor Survives season two is here!! This episode features actor and acting coach: Emily Joy. In this chat, the two Emilys discuss what it's like to be a 'jobbing' actor - in theatre AND film, and how to manage (and reframe) the challenges that that can present. Emily Joy has extensive experience working with actors and has a lot of insights from her own career and that of constantly meeting at talking with other actors.Support the show2022-08-0158 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesAlec SteedmanSend us a textAlec is an actor, singer, composer, violinist, musical director extraordinaire. They have worked extensively for theatres around Australia. Emily was lucky enough to play some of Alec's music on flute earlier this year, and tread the boards alongside them in Sport for Jove's As You Like it. In this episode they discuss having a multi-faceted career, the problems of social media, creativity, and much, much more. Support the show2022-05-2350 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesSean O'SheaSend us a textSean O'Shea has been treading the boards for over 30 years - and at least 20 of those were with the Bell Shakespeare company. Emily grew up going to Bell shows with her Gran, and getting to meet and chat with Sean for this episode was particularly special. They chat about theatre, teaching acting and the ups and downs of the industry. Support the show2022-05-1656 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesAbbie-Lee LewisSend us a textAbbie-lee Lewis is a Kalkadoon woman from WA, who has a flourishing career in acting and directing. In this chat she reflects on her artistry, identity and how the word 'poop' remains hilarious.Explicit content: SwearingSupport the show2022-05-091h 07An Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesBlazey BestSend us a textBlazey  is  one of Sydney’s best known  actors  with over ten years experience in theatre, film and television. In this chat, she shares openly and honestly about how she has survived as an actor in Australia.  Disclaimer: One of the mics stopped working, so please excuse slightly dodgy sound quality! Thanks Adam Buncher (our editor) for making it even sound this good!CW: Discussion about drug addiction, swearingSupport the show2022-05-0242 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesMansoor NoorSend us a textEmily and Mansoor  went to drama school together. They have many similarities in their worth ethic and drive to be actors in the industry. This chat reflects that - and contains some invaluable advice from Mansoor from his years of experience. Support the show2022-04-2539 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesGabrielle ScawthornSend us a textGabrielle and Emily had this chat on zoom just before lockdown 2021 as Gab was working with Bell Shakespeare on a Midsummer Night's Dream. She talks about what it's like to work with this company, what it's like to make your way as an actor in the UK and the scary moments on stage too! Her 5 survival tips are VERY useful. Support the show2022-04-1839 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesShauntelle BenjaminSend us a textFrom surviving a touring musical show, to the ups and downs of being in lockdown - Shauntelle has lots of insight - particularly about being as creative as possible! This episode is also an example of how networking works!!Support the show2022-04-1144 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesWendy StrehlowSend us a textWendy Stehlow is an Australian actor well known for her many years on the Aussie soap 'A Country Practice' - and her many appearances on Australian stages. In this episode she discusses her love of Judi Dench, Shakespeare.. and whales!Support the show2022-04-0429 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesKenneth MoraledaSend us a textKenneth Moraleda is an actor/writer/director/creative producer of Filipino descent. He trained at NIDA graduating in 1995. Kenneth is a part of the STC/CAAP Directing Initiative and was recently Assistant Director to Kip Williams on  Playing Beatie Bow by Kate Mulvany (Sydney Theatre Company). In this chat he shares many valuable insights to working as a creative for so long in the industry in Australia. Support the show2022-03-2844 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesJessie LancasterSend us a textJessie shares her insights into life as an actor in Australia. In fact, this episode was recorded while she was touring the country with Poetry in Action - her first full time professional acting job- that she maintained even in the midst of the pandemic. Support the show2022-03-2133 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesDoug HansellSend us a textDoug has recently had a starring role in Come From Away, Sydney. In this episode, he talks about managing a career in both Sydney and London,  working with his mentor,  a quote that continues to inspire him and his struggles with (and triumphs over) his mental health.  Support the show2022-03-1448 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesDeanna CooneySend us a textDeanna Cooney is a 20+ year veteran of the acting and voice over world and an educator living in Perth, WA. Emily met her during lockdown by taking part in her online VO bootcamp. Deanna is an exciting and inspirational person - and this shines through in this discussion. Lots of wisdom on how to survive as an actor and a voice over actor. Support the show2022-03-0751 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesJay Laga'aiaSend us a textJay has been in multiple mainstage productions, tv shows and films - of all different genres. From play school to Star Wars. All that, plus 8 children, he has a lot of advice on how to 'survive' as an actor. Support the show2022-02-2846 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesFiona PressSend us a textFiona Press and Emily discuss the nitty-gritty of navigating the acting industry as a woman with an expressive face (!), the importance of being part of the union and the challenges of 'surviving' when there are not many auditions. Enjoy this in-depth chat with this incredible award-winning actor. Support the show2022-02-2151 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesShy MagsalinSend us a textShy is the creative director of Ninefold - a theatre company based in Sydney and specialising in Suzuki practice. We had this chat during the lockdown in Sydney in 2021 which was a great time to reflect on the wonders and the struggles of being an artist - particularly at this time and place in the world. Support the show2022-02-1442 minNikki TalksNikki TalksParentpreneuring in a PandemicThey say that it can take a village to raise a kid, to have a business, to just get through life as a decent human being. But what happens when you are a business owner AND a parent AND a human? Today on the Nikki Talks podcast, I’ve brought together three entrepreneurs who are also parents, to have an honest conversation about life, parenting and business. My guests today are Eliya Finkelstein, a Funnel Strategist, Conversion Copywriter, and was once dubbed the “Fairy Godmother of Copy”, Bex McKnight,  an Inclusive Design Consultant and Creative Director of McKnight Inclusive Design...2022-02-0956 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesJames Peter FraserSend us a textJames made his acting debut in 2007 opposite Daniel Radcliffe in 'December Boys' and  recently was seen on our stages with Sydney Theatre Company. In this episode he talks about his process, his LA experience, his non-acting work - and offers some great tips on how to 'survive' as an actor.Support the show2022-02-0743 minThe Mike Herrera PodcastThe Mike Herrera Podcast#396 Emily WhitehurstEmily is back on and we talk about life as a creative, collabs past and present, songwriting and the future! Click to Find Emily's Music and more ----------------------------------- Merch and our latest music at MXPX.com   MXPX Upcoming LIVE SHOWS w/ Zebrahead, Badcop/Badcop & Mercy Music  April 1 Anaheim, CA - HOB & April 2 Phoenix- AZ MXPX Southbound to San Antonio - LIVE ALBUM OUT NOW! Listen to the MxPx challenge on Spotify! Gimme some 2 a days!!! MXPX and Podcast INFO BELOW:   My Podcast Links ...2022-02-071h 27An Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesMandela MathiaSend us a textIf you are Sydney-based you have likely seen Mandela grace our stages - with recent appearances with Sport for Jove and Belvoir. An exceptional actor and storyteller, offering great insight about how he survives as an actor in this latest episode. Support the show2022-01-3139 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesAnnie MaynardSend us a textIn this episode, Annie Maynard and Emily we talk all things 'actor life' - family, therapy, multiple other jobs, juggling agents and other people's opinions about actors and the industry. Support the show2022-01-2447 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesDamien RyanSend us a textDamien Ryan is the  artistic director of Sport for Jove, a Sydney based theatre company with a focus on Shakespeare and classical text. In this episode he shares his insights and experiences about surviving the arts industry as a director, actor, writer and all round creative. Support the show2022-01-1657 minAn Actor SurvivesAn Actor SurvivesKate MulvanySend us a textKate Mulvany schools us on how to pronounce her name correctly, chats about working with Al Pacino, and discusses the time she dressed as a giant bilby. Support the show2022-01-0550 minThe Herelationship PodcastThe Herelationship PodcastThe Road to Marriage: Allow God to Change Your PlansMany times in life and in our relationships, we put together a plan and we set high expectations for what we believe it should all look like. In this week's conversation, Martin and I are connecting with our friends Devin and Emily McKnight to discuss the lessons they've learned along their 7-year journey of marriage. From being on a pre-marital journey of abstinence to thriving in a blended family, one thing they know for sure is that we should plan for God to change our plans. Connect with the McKnights on Instagram @lovedoctorem2021-11-2351 minRight to REAL Love: Advice for Christian Women on Dating, Relationships, Men and SexRight to REAL Love: Advice for Christian Women on Dating, Relationships, Men and SexBe Single and Content When You Have a Strong Desire for Marriage (Part 4) with Emily McKnightCLASSIC REPLAY EPISODE: How to be truly single and content? In this episode, Jay concludes his discussion with godly relationship coach and author Emily McKnight by addressing this question and so much more. Manifest Him: Powerful Prayers for Your Future Husband - righttoreallove.com/manifesthim   Support Us: Support Our Ministry - righttoreallove.com/support Paypal - paypal.me/rtrlradio Leave a 5 Star Review on Apple Podcast - righttoreallove.com/apple     Connect with Us: Follow the Show - twitter.com/RTRLRadio Contact Us - righttoreallove.com/cont...2021-05-2719 minRight to REAL Love: Advice for Christian Women on Dating, Relationships, Men and SexRight to REAL Love: Advice for Christian Women on Dating, Relationships, Men and SexBe Single and Content When You Have a Strong Desire for Marriage (Part 3) with Emily McKnightCLASSIC REPLAY EPISODE: What are the benefits of committing to live a celibate lifestyle? In this episode, Jay continues his discussion with godly relationship coach and author Emily McKnight by addressing this question and so much more. Manifest Him: Powerful Prayers for Your Future Husband - righttoreallove.com/manifesthim   Support Us: Support Our Ministry - righttoreallove.com/support Paypal - paypal.me/rtrlradio Leave a 5 Star Review on Apple Podcast - righttoreallove.com/apple     Connect with Us: Follow the Show - twitter.com/RTRLRadio Contact Us...2021-05-2619 minRight to REAL Love: Advice for Christian Women on Dating, Relationships, Men and SexRight to REAL Love: Advice for Christian Women on Dating, Relationships, Men and SexBe Single and Content When You Have a Strong Desire for Marriage (Part 2) with Emily McKnightCLASSIC REPLAY EPISODE: What are the differences between a healthy desire for marriage and an unhealthy desire for marriage? In this episode, Jay continues his discussion with godly relationship coach and author Emily McKnight by addressing this question and so much more. Manifest Him: Powerful Prayers for Your Future Husband - righttoreallove.com/manifesthim   Support Us: Support Our Ministry - righttoreallove.com/support Paypal - paypal.me/rtrlradio Leave a 5 Star Review on Apple Podcast - righttoreallove.com/apple     Connect with Us: Follow the Show - tw...2021-05-2519 minRight to REAL Love: Advice for Christian Women on Dating, Relationships, Men and SexRight to REAL Love: Advice for Christian Women on Dating, Relationships, Men and SexBe Single and Content When You Have a Strong Desire for Marriage (Part 1) with Emily McKnightCLASSIC REPLAY EPISODE: How to avoid minimizing someone's desire for marriage? In this episode, Jay is joined by godly relationship coach and author Emily McKnight to address this question and so much more. Manifest Him: Powerful Prayers for Your Future Husband - righttoreallove.com/manifesthim   Support Us: Support Our Ministry - righttoreallove.com/support Paypal - paypal.me/rtrlradio Leave a 5 Star Review on Apple Podcast - righttoreallove.com/apple     Connect with Us: Follow the Show - twitter.com/RTRLRadio Contact Us - righttoreallove.com/cont...2021-05-2420 minGreat Morningz PodcastGreat Morningz PodcastLoving Well with Dr. Emily McKnightWelcome to Season 2 of the Great Morningz Podcast!! This season is all about relationships - romantically, platonically, professionally, spiritually, etc. In this episode with special guest, Christian dating and relationship strategist Dr. Emily McKnight, we discuss sex, abstinence, marriage and the great benefits that come with letting God steer the ship of your love life.  You don’t want to miss the amazing content and guests we will have this season. Women, hold on! Men, brace yourself!  It’s a GREAT morning! Wake up and get your day started with us! Subscribe, Rate and Review this podcas...2021-04-1346 minSnaxSnaxThe Ciara PrayerSNAX discusses Ciara’s viral prayer that led to her meeting and marrying her dream man, Russell Wilson, shacking up, celibacy, dating God’s way and much more with Relationship & Dating Coach and Author, Dr. Emily McKnight. (Recorded March 8, 2021) Please don’t forget to SHARE, LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to receive the latest updates and content from SNAX! www.SnaxLA.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/snaxla/message Support this podcast: https://anchor...2021-03-131h 00The Next Right ThingThe Next Right Thing156: 5 Favorite Books I Read This YearIn our brand new The Next Right Thing Guided Journal, we'll have one page per month dedicated to A Happy List: a place to record the things we read, watched, listened to, and made. In the spirit of celebrating my next right favorite things from this year, today I'm sharing 5 books I read and loved this year. Listen in!  Links + Resources From This Episode: Explore your creativity with a free trial of Skillshare (Premium membership is less than $10/ month!) Will the Circle Be Unbroken?: A Memoir of Learning to Believe You're Gonna Be Okay by Sean Dietrich The Du...2020-12-0814 minSappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithSappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 105 - Atreyu (Brandon Saller & Porter McKnight)Save Us. Inspirational, metal-core, party animals, Atreyu, are our guests on Episode 105 of Sappenin' Podcast! After two decades of voicing a whole movement, Brandon Saller and Portor McKnight join us to talk the bands new era, line up shift and hilarious road stories. Get ready to experience true secrets on their new dynamic, Alex Varkatzas departure, working on the next album, returning to John Feldmann, Brandon's decision to step away the drums, new recruit Kyle Rosa, extremely motivational situations, their touching experiences with Chester Bennington and Chris Cornell, getting actual scares from playing with Iron Maiden, their short hiatus...2020-11-271h 12Nothing But The BluesNothing But The BluesNothing But The Blues #635Dustin Arbuckle and The Damnations (You Got To Go); Rachelle Coba (River Of Blood); Son Seals (Cold Blood); Miss Emily (Hold Back The River); The Ryk Mead Band (Can't Turn Back The River); Mad Dog Lester Davenport (I Smell A Rat); Ramblin' Jack Elliott (Talking Miner Blues); Herschel Brown (New Talking Blues); Ruth Brown (False Friend Blues); Bonnie Raitt (Never Make Your Move Too Soon); The Mannish Boys (Raunchy); Jimmy McCracklin (I'm To Blame); Smoki Whitfield (Take The Hint); Kid Ramos and Bob Corritore (Mother In Law Blues); Joe Bonamassa (Don't Hand Me Your Hangups).2020-11-1459 minBenny Asking People QuestionsBenny Asking People QuestionsStepping out from behind the jungle with Emily WhoToday on Benny asking People Questions we chat to Emily Mcknight Aka Emily Who, all about her not so humble beginnings next to the royalty of Jay Lagaia and Jays Jungle. Emily talks about the lessons learnt, the experienced gained and exactly what goes into creating such a deeply intimate delivery that seems so rare these days. The post Stepping out from behind the jungle with Emily Who appeared first on Benny Time.2020-10-1653 minThe Mike Herrera PodcastThe Mike Herrera Podcast#311 with Emily Whitehurst aka Agent MKnown as a bad ass singer. In the past, known as the singer of pop punk band, Tsunami Bomb, The Action Design and now Survival Guide. My good friend and fellow creative joins me to explore some serious subjects as well as some seriously fun subjects. We talk about Emily’s love for Baking, DIY nails and taking online classes. We also get deep into her creative workflow, how she chooses the projects to work on, how many hours goes into her Patreon Page and we even talk about her singing on the latest MXPX so...2020-06-081h 19