Carving your path within the Entertainment Industry takes a lot of guts, passion, and unbeatable optimism. Whether you’re an actor, writer, director, make-up artist, or a production assistant; this business will find a way to push you back. But, every obstacle lays the ground work for an incredible story. A story that Actor and Writer, Tyler Laracca, always sought out to hear while working alongside the incredible artists of Film, Television, and Theater. Each week, he’s joined by industry veterans and newcomers alike, to share their story and connect through the surprisingly common experiences of working in entertainment. Catch new episodes every Tuesday!
“Don’t focus on the ending, focus on the journey.”
Tania Gunadi caught the acting bug after booking a Disneyland commercial. Driven to learn more, she threw herself into acting and improv classes while improving her English. Her incredible work ethic and natural talent has led to a thriving career, with no end in sight. Here, Tania shares her thoughts on the audition process, living fruitfully, and producing her own projects. Catch her in StuGo, premiering this July on Disney+!
SHOUTOUTS & PROMOTIONS
-StuGo (Disney Plus)
9 May 2025
Kimberly Condict
“Leave it in the room.”
As the family rascal, Kimberly Condict always stood out from her siblings with boundless energy. With a University of Oklahoma degree in hand, she leaped around theatrical communities in Denver and Dallas - before finally landing in Los Angeles. Her artistic roots began to grow over the next fifteen years as she found community in The Groundlings, dove into writing, and began booking numerous television roles. Oh, and she spots Jeff Goldblum at her local gym from time to time!
SHOUTOUTS & PROMOTIONS
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2 May 2025
Thesy Surface
“Just don’t quit.”
Actress, writer, and mischief maker, Thesy Surface joins the show today! Known for her work in It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Chuck, White Gold, and more - she’s consistently broken the boundaries of character work. Here, she discusses the reality of being a working performer, writing for herself, and keeping true to yourself in a shifting business. Tune in now!
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Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
32 ratings
Spotify
4.8 / 5
12 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 32 / 100
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Quality
45
Social presence
0
YouTube
0
Engagement
51
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