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MY INTERVIEW WITH TRACY MELCHIOR

Welcome Tracy and thanks for joining me!

What brought you into acting? 

I moved schools half way through 7th grade.  The only elective class that wasn't full was drama.  I was horrified.  New school and I had to act!  It was  a blessing in disguise.  I loved it. Then my stepdad had a morning talk show called AM Colorado.  I would go when he had actors on as guests and I just started learning about it as a profession and getting the bug.

What would you have done if you didn’t go into acting?  

When I went to Colorado State University I wanted to be a lawyer.  But when my tuition became an issue I fell back to acting since I didn't need a degree.  They are similar.  They both are about studying what makes people tick and finding clues. Both are about painting a picture to an audience or jury to provoke emotion.

Would you go back to B&B or any other soaps including digital? 

 I love soaps.  They have been very good to me.  Especially as a mom.  The Bold and The Beautiful was very supportive and allowed us to bring our kids to work.  I dig that!

It says in your Instagram bio that you are a hockey fan? 

 It is my favorite sport.  My oldest son has been on the Jr. Ducks since he was 6, he is 17 now.  He has won State 2X.  He has been lucky to have some wonderful former NHL players as coaches, such as:  Craig Johnson, Dave Bassegio and Todd Marchant.

Tell us about the documentary that you are working on and why. 

 My husband is a 29 year veteran police officer, 16 of those years on LAPD SWAT.  My father is a retired Florida cop.  In 2016 when the officers were ambushed in Dallas it rocked me to my core.  The thought that these officers as well as others sitting in their cars could just be sucker punched that way by the same people the officers would have run to help if they called them.  It makes me sad for both sides of this conflict.  It serves noone to have no trust in our law enforcement.  I received an email from Roma Downey and her signage at the end said" Light a Candle don't curse the darkness"  It inspired me to do something to shed some light on the subject.

Any other projects in the works? 

 I am translating my book Breaking the Perfect 10 to a screenplay with a co-writer.  

Thank you again, Tracy.  All the best to you! 

~TALK TO ME TUESDAY-MY INTERVIEW WITH JILLIAN CLARE~

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First off, congratulations on directing “To the Beat”. What was that like?

It was so much fun! I was definitely a little nervous, this being my first time directing, but once I got my feet in the water, it was a blast! I loved it so much and I can’t wait to be behind the camera again!

When was that moment that made you realized you wanted to become an actor?

When I was very little, six or seven, I had a touring one woman production up in the Pacific North West, where I’m from. It was a thirteen song show, and I did it because I loved singing. A talent scout saw one of my shows and asked my parents if I’d ever considered acting, and of course Didn’t really know what that was. So I took an acting class, and that was it. I knew right then and there that I’d be doing this for the rest of my life.

Is there anyone in the future you would like to work with that you haven’t?

Oh man….that is a VERY long list. I’d love to work with the Duplass brothers, Greta Gerwig, Darren Aronofsky, Kate Winslet, Robert Downey Jr., Natalie Portman, John Cusack, Tom Hanks, Shonda Rhimes, Baz Luhrmann, Steven Spielberg, Martin Scorsese…the list really just goes on for a mile. I’m so inspired by so many people in our industry. I can’t wait to be able to work with the people I’ve looked up to for so long.

Any projects in the works?

My new film :Pretty Broken” is set to premiere at The Newport Beach Film Festival May 1st! From there, it’ll go to other festivals until distribution! I just signed on to star and produce a new film called “Roasted”! It’ll be my first lead role in a romantic comedy, which is super exciting! I have a few other scripts in development as well.

What shows are you watching these days?

Everything! I mean, major binge watcher. If there’s a new show on Netflix, I binge it within a week of it’s release. I like to stay in the know and see what others are creating! But the show I’ve watching since season one that is still on is Grey’s Anatomy. Can’t stop watching that show!

I am so excited for Ladies of the Lake season two. What can we expect?

A lot of surprises! This year starts off with a major bang and it only gets crazier from there! The new cast members were so much fun and really brought it! The overall feel and style has changed too - it’s darker and more cinematic. I can’t wait for it to be released!

~SPECIAL FEATURE-MY INTERVIEW WITH THE BAY'S ERIC NELSEN~

MY INTERVIEW WITH ERIC NELSEN

Hi Eric and welcome!

Tell us about your character on “The Bay”

My character Daniel Garrett has seen a big transition the last two seasons. He has had to come to terms with his sexuality all the while alienating himself because of it. He was terrified because of his Christian faith, that the way he felt was wrong and sinful. He battled with what he felt and what he was taught is right. His turmoil and then transformation is seen throughout the newly released season 3 on Amazon. I know the story line will impact and relate to a lot of peoples lives. It has been a dream to play. 

What was your experience like on AMC?

I have nothing but incredible stories from working on AMC. It was my first contracted series regular role on daytime television so a job that will always hold so much meaning in my heart and career. It was like entering into a family. The cast dynamics, relationships and trust that had been developed over the years between the cast was transparent to me on day one. I felt blessed to have been able to call them my own and I hope we can all do it again sometime.  

Would you ever consider doing daytime?

Yes, I would. I try not to limit myself in this career. I consider myself extremely grateful for any roles that come my way. If I feel an attachment to a character or story, I will dive right in...regardless of TV class or genre. 

Do you have any other projects lined up?

I do. I am currently working on season 4 of 'The Affair' for Showtime. It is an incredible show, one I am having a blast working on. We've been shooting in Montauk, NY...which happens to be one of the most beautiful places in the country. So it's a bit of a dream come true. 

In addition to 'The Affair', I've got a VERY scary horror movie going to be released in the coming months. It stars Academy Award nominee, Mickey Rourke and myself. Keep an eye out for "Nightmare Cinema." It will scare the pants right off you! 

Did you always know you wanted to be an actor?

Not since birth but definitely since a young age. I started working as a professional actor at the age of 13. When my family and I moved to NYC from south Florida. I actually started off as a competitive dancer which eventually led me into acting and then singing. I got a chance to star on Broadway with Ariana Grande when I was 17 in a musical called '13 the Musical'. I did plays and musicals throughout my teenage years and then developed my passion for TV/film acting. Now I am hooked in the tv/film world but would like to return to Broadway again in the future. 

What actor would you like to work with that you haven’t yet?

My little brother, Matt Gumley. Him and I have both been professional acting for 10+ years but have NEVER gotten the chance to work off of each other. The closest we ever got was both getting cast in an episode of a crime drama for CBS back in 2012 (The show was called 'NYC 22') but none of our scenes were together. IT WILL HAPPEN. I can't wait for that day. Hopefully it will be soon

Thanks so much Eric for joining me!

~SPECIAL FEATURE~ MY INTERVIEW WITH FAYE FOLEY

MY INTERVIEW WITH ACTRESS/MODEL

FAYE FOLEY

Thank you so much Faye for joining me.

For those who do not know, please tell us who your famous great grandmother was.

My great grandmother is Agnes Nixon, sometimes referred to as the "queen of daytime  drama”. She created iconic soap operas including All My Children, One Life To Life, and Loving and worked with many more. She was also an incredible social activist and a feminist before either really had titles. She brought awareness to important issues like racism, gay rights, women’s health, poverty and much more through her writing and the characters and storylines she created. She was also an incredible great grandmother who  taught me more life lessons just through her being than anyone ever has or could. She was the most generous person I have ever known and never asked for anything in return. I miss my Aggie every day and love her dearly.

You are an actor/model. Any projects you can tell us about?

I just shot an exciting beauty campaign for a very well known company but I can’t really talk about it yet.

This spring I worked on a film called “The Darkest Minds” starring Amandla Stenberg, Mandy Moore, and Gwendoline Christie and directed by Jennifer Yuh Nelson. It is based on a captivating Young Adult novel about kids fighting for their basic freedoms in a dystopian not- so -far- off future. I played the lead character (played by Amanda’s) best friend. It was such an honor to get to meet and work with Amandla, an actress I have long admired and Jennifer who worked on the Kung-FU Panda movies which I love. Th talent involved with this film is tremendous and I am thrilled to be part of it. It will be in theaters September of 2018 and I am counting the days. I think its going to be a huge hit!

What do you like to do in your spare time?

When I’m not working on a project or audition I’m either at school, doing homework or chores or hanging out with friends or my dog.

I also like to hula hoop and practice aerial arts, martial arts and archery.

What actor would you like to work with in the future?

I absolutely adore Will Ferrell and think it would be so fun to work with him. I think I have seen every movie he’s been in.

What shows do you watch right now?

I just finished watching "The Handmaid’s Tale". I hadn’t read the book so I was pretty shocked by the intense plot and almost couldn’t stomach it at times. But the acting was extraordinary and the cinematography stunning. I also have been watching “That 70’s show" a lot. I find it pretty relatable to being a teen these days and I also got to meet Kurtwood Smith who plays the dad while working onABC’s  “Resurrection”  where he also played the dad. He was super sweet and it makes it even more fun to watch. If I'm going to watch TV or film I comedy is usually my first choice but I’ve actually lived off the grid for most of my life with no television. I’ve been making up for it a bit the past year or two though. 

Any advice for any up and coming actors?

I would tell them to take risks. There are so many variables to being cast that are out of the actors control that you might as well be memorable. That way even if you don’t get the part you may be thought of for a different one. Push yourself to take on various characters, emotions, and choices with interpreting the script rather than type casting yourself and sticking to what feels most comfortable. That way you can keep growing in your craft.

Thank you once again for joining me Faye.

All the best to you!

Thank you so much! I really appreciate your support!

MY INTERVIEW WITH DARLENE TEJEIRO

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   All My Children was my first professional acting job. I'm so grateful to have been a part of such a wonderful ensemble. The first year on the show was incredibly rewarding as I learned a great deal on how to deal with memorizing an enormous amount of dialogue within a short period of time.
But most importantly, To have the opportunity to delve into the emotional and psychological  life of a character (Anita Santos) on a daily basis is in essence why I'm an Actor. To explore the complexes of human behavior, and to create her inner life through me with truthfulness and authenticity. Thank you "All My Children" thank you "Anita Santos" for allowing me to create a character I will always cherish and love.
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I would love to work with Kiefer Sutherland. He's an extraordinary talent. His work is truthful, intense...never a false moment. I've watched all his films! Including ,"The Lost Boy's" I think I was around 12 years old when it was playing in the theaters. l was truly obsessed. I think I saw "The Lost Boys" around 20 or so times.
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I don't want to think about it! Lol. I don't believe I would be anything else. If I was born today? I would still grow up to be an actor.
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Daydreaming with a little glass of wine.

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Yes!!! In a heart beat!! 

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Do not listen to the naysayers! Do not look for validation from anybody! Do not get off your path because of someone else! Stay on your train and DO NOT GET OFF!!! Work on your craft! Be consistent. Stay persistent!
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~INTERVIEW WITH TALK DAYTIME'S EMILY CORBETT~

                                             MY INTERVIEW WITH TALK DAYTIME'S
                                                           EMILY CORBETT      

EMILY CORBETT

Tell us a little bit about your show Talk Daytime. 

Hi! Thanks for having me back. Talk Daytime is my podcast with [co-host] Cathy Chandler. We had the idea and agreed to do a show together last summer, and we worked all summer and fall to ultimately premiere in January 2017. We focus on soaps and TV gossip, but we agreed, the day we decided to team up for this, that we'd use our platform to bright light to social issues and make a difference. In just a few short months since our premiere, we've taken on advocating for March of Dimes and the American Cancer Society, with plans to incorporate more causes that are important to raise awareness to such as sexual violence, Turner Syndrome, and Spina Bifida to name a few.



You are currently doing a fundraiser for brain cancer. Tell us about that.

We have decided that we wanted to use our platform to collect donations for the American Cancer Society through my personal Relay for Life page. This money benefits cancer research of all kinds, but brain cancer is something we're desperately trying to raise awareness to. A close friend of mine, Nancy, passed away in March after a fight with brain cancer. She wanted to share her story and raise awareness, and this fundraiser was actually, in part, her idea last fall. My personal reason for being passionate and involved with this is to honor her memory, but I know that cancer has touched the lives of nearly everyone in someway, so we've invited everyone to contribute and help support the fight against cancer. We have a giveaway going right now; anyone who donates through the link [on our Talk Daytime twitter] is entered to win a raffle basket full of "soapy" stuff and fun things.


Will it be an annual event?

YES! We want to do this every year until there's a cure.


How can people donate?

There is a link on all of our social media and the giveaway rules are there as well. We also have Talk Daytime shirts for sale for the entire month. I'd also like to encourage everyone to wear gray on May 9th for brain cancer awareness and tweet us your selfies with the hashtag #TalkDaytimeforACure

Thank you so much for joining me Emily. All the best! Please join us again soon!


Emily Corbett

~MY INTERVIEW WITH CADY MCCLAIN-APRIL 12, 2017~

                MY INTERVIEW WITH CADY MCCLAIN 

Hi Cady and welcome to the Spiel once again.

You have started the "Seeing is Believing" campaign. For those who are not aware, please tell us about it.

The campaign is over but people can still contribute to the Indiegogo page and get fun perks like t-shirts and a coffee mug that looks like a camera lens!

The project is a series about women directors: interviews with amazing women who direct films and television. We talk about why they decided to be directors, the process of their creativity, and leadership skills that are important, especially when you are a woman!

What are your thoughts on ABC regaining the rights to the characters from AMC and OLTL?

Good for them! They invested the most into those shows, they should own them. Hopefully they will find a place online or on cable to make them available to all the fans who so want to relieve those stores. They are playing “Dark Shadows” on Hulu, so I don’t see why not!

Would you ever go back to daytime?

I look at it like “Never say Never.” Because something always happens. But I am focusing on directing now. I was just nominated for an Emmy for my directing work on Venice the Series, which is a soap, so who knows? I think the future is friendly.

Who is your dream actor to work with that you have not yet?

You know I never had that thought. Ever. I didn’t look that far down the road. I look just ahead of me. I wanted to work with Michael Knight, and I got to. David Canary, Peter Bergman, and of course my favorite, Jon Lindstrom. I have been very lucky.

Thanks again for being here. All the best to you!