Alana J is a New Jersey-based actor, comedian, and teacher who recently graduated with her MFA in Acting from Louisiana State University. You may have seen her on BET, STARZ, CBS, Investigation Discovery or live on stage at a comedy show.
Living back in New Jersey after two years down South, she's eager to reconnect with some of her favorite creatives, and have raw conversations with this new generation of inspiration in hopes for you to learn, laugh and level up.
Let's ACT Up!
On the inaugural and crossover episode of Act Up and 1st Class 2nd Place, hosts Alana J and Jason Enrique are joined by special guest Calixto Chinchilla, founder & executive director of the New York Latino Film Festival, as they dive into the humble origins of the festival, the impact it’s had since its inception, the high risk and high reward that came along with it, along with Calixto’s personal life and well being during the time of enormous pressure and passion.
5 Aug 2025
Acting Up With Kate Lawlor
This episode features the hilarious Jersey-native stand-up comic and producer, Kate Lawlor. Kate and Alana swap stories about attending the same Catholic high school (years apart!) and how it secretly sharpened their comedic edge. Kate opens up about losing her father at a young age, falling into stand-up by accident in college, and carving out her own lane as the producer of the Eyes Up Here (https://509b7c64.streaklinks.com/CheccdJoaFxciPXpAwVdSu5V/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Feyesupherecomedy%2F) Comedy Festival. Tune in to learn, laugh, and level up with Kate, and don’t forget to subscribe (https://509b7c64.streaklinks.com/CheccdZeXp2oi_4qjwqVYTL8/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2F%40actupwithaj) so you never miss an episode.
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30 Jun 2025
Acting Up With Laura Merli
Alana J interviews comedian Laura Merli, who shares her journey into stand-up, memorable performances, and love for psychology, offering listeners an inside look into the world of comedy.
Who has been a guest on Act Up With Alana J
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Laura Merli
Bill "The Billionaire" Gilbert
Eric "One Day" Saldarriaga
Reach and audience
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YouTube views
19,834
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
6 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
4 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 47 / 100
A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.
Quality
26
Social presence
94
YouTube
76
Engagement
51
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