This week's podcast guest is actress Jessica Camacho who is a series regular on Amazon's new show "Countdown". She is also known for her roles on CW's The Flash, HBO's Watchmen, NBC's Taken, and Fox's Sleepy Hollow. She is a series regular on OWN's All Rise, where she plays Emily Lopez, a passionate and determined public defender who is undaunted in her efforts to fight for justice. And here’s something special: as a Diary of an Actress listener, you’ll get 10% off your next acting reel. Just use code "DIARY" at checkout at https://reelarc.comYour next big audition could be closer than you think!Send us a textWatch the Podcast on YouTube | Read the DiariesHost, Author of Diary of an Actress,. Executive Producer: Rachel BailitEditor, Producer : Max BugrovYouTube: @diaryofanactresspodcastInstagram: diaryofanactresspodcastTikTok: @diaryofanactresspodcastFacebook: diaryofanactress
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Hollywood to Politics: Laura Friedman’s Journey & Vision for California
In this special episode of Diary of an Actress, Rachel Bailit sits down with Laura Friedman, a former film producer and California State Assembly member, now running for California's 30th congressional district. Laura shares her unique journey from the Hollywood spotlight to the political stage, her vision for California’s future, and what inspired her to make a difference in public service. Tune in as she discusses key issues, her roots in the entertainment industry, and her ambitions to bring meaningful change to the community.Laura Friedman has had a successful career in both politics and entertainment. This week, she won a seat in Congress, succeeding Representative Adam Schiff in California's 30th Congressional District. Laura has an extraordinary record of progressive leadership as a State Assemblymember, Glendale City Council member and Mayor, community activist, and in the private sector. She began her career in Hollywood as a producer, working on projects such as "Aberration" (1997), "Foxfire" (1996), and "It Takes Two" (1995).#california #election #hollywoodSend us a textWatch the Podcast on YouTube | Read the DiariesHost, Author of Diary of an Actress,. Executive Producer: Rachel BailitEditor, Producer : Max BugrovYouTube: @diaryofanactresspodcastInstagram: diaryofanactresspodcastTikTok: @diaryofanactresspodcastFacebook: diaryofanactress
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Academy Award nominee actor Gary Busey
My guest this week is Academy Award nominee actor, Gary Busey. Filmed live in my home, Gary was generous to share Highlights from his career, personal life and his wonderful "Buseyisms". Please enjoy the vignettes and stories with Gary Busey.In 1966, Gary Busey left Tulsa Oklahoma, to make it big as a singing drummer in Hollywood. The band acquired moderate success playing gigs along the Sunset Strip opening for Sly and the Family Stone and various other bands. His band, Carp, was signed to Epic Records and was given a moderate signing bonus to cut their album. When the band broke up, Gary didn’t give up and went on to audition for television and film roles after studying with James Best in Studio City. Gary’s tenacity landed him roles as guest stars in such television shows as Gunsmoke and Baretta. Gary’s standout performance in A Star Is Born got the attention of Dustin Hoffman who hired him along with his son Jake for the film Straight Time. On the heels of hype, Gary landed the second lead in Big Wednesday, now a cult classic surf film and immediately after, he landed the lead role in The Buddy Holly Story, which garnered him critical acclaim and an Academy Award nomination for best actor in 1978. His pivotal performance as a villain in Lethal Weapon earned him the attention of a new generation, and the concept of being hired to play villains.Send us a textWatch the Podcast on YouTube | Read the DiariesHost, Author of Diary of an Actress,. Executive Producer: Rachel BailitEditor, Producer : Max BugrovYouTube: @diaryofanactresspodcastInstagram: diaryofanactresspodcastTikTok: @diaryofanactresspodcastFacebook: diaryofanactress
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Mount Everest Climber Cory Richards
In this weeks episode, we meet National Geographic explore and photographer Cory Richards. Author of the new book "The Color of Everything: A Journey To Quiet The Chaos Within", Cory candidly, discusses mental health, climbing Mount Everest, without oxygen and getting caught in a life harrowing avalanche. And of course, we throw in a bit of Hollywood sparkle and the potential for a movie about Cory's thrilling life!Send us a textWatch the Podcast on YouTube | Read the DiariesHost, Author of Diary of an Actress,. Executive Producer: Rachel BailitEditor, Producer : Max BugrovYouTube: @diaryofanactresspodcastInstagram: diaryofanactresspodcastTikTok: @diaryofanactresspodcastFacebook: diaryofanactress
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AI in Entertainment with Shane Gusman
In this podcast, Rachel has a discussion with Shane Gussman, lobbyist for SAG-AFTRA in Sacramento. A timely and important discussion on AI and how it affects the entertainment industry. Shane Gusman is a partner at Broad & Gusman LLP specializing in governmental and regulatory advocacy. He has represented a wide variety of interests at the Legislature and numerous state agencies. He has served on the board of directors of several nonprofits and is the Insurance Commissioner’s appointee on the Board of Governors of the California Insurance Guarantee Association. Prior to becoming a lobbyist, Mr. Gusman worked as an associate at a business litigation firm where he represented clients in both federal and state court. He is a graduate of the University of California, Davis School of Law.Send us a textWatch the Podcast on YouTube | Read the DiariesHost, Author of Diary of an Actress,. Executive Producer: Rachel BailitEditor, Producer : Max BugrovYouTube: @diaryofanactresspodcastInstagram: diaryofanactresspodcastTikTok: @diaryofanactresspodcastFacebook: diaryofanactress
Diary of an Actress explores the life of Rachel Bailit who was the creator of the popular column “Diary of an Actress” for The Los Angeles Independent Newspaper. Diary of an Actress was subsequently turned into a YouTube series as well as a popular Blog. This podcast will dive into the stories that her diary holds.
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