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38. Why Investing In Yourself Changes Everything

For the first time in her career, Yael Rizowy feels confident. Not because she's done a certain number of books, but because she finally stopped waiting for permission to

37. Fearless Outreach for Actors w/ Ajarae Coleman

This wraps up our Reachout series in a big way. I sat on an email for five years. When I finally sent it, it led to a booking, new relationships, and opportunities I wou

36. Why Opportunities Take Longer Than You Think

If you've ever felt like you're doing everything "right" and opportunities still aren't coming fast enough — this episode is for you. The final episode of our Relationsh

35. How to Reach out to Publishers without being Salesy

If you've ever stared at an unsent email draft, convinced you're bothering someone — this episode is for you. Episode 2 of our Reach-Out Mini-Series (haven't heard "The

34. What If You Wrote Yourself Into the Story? w/ Actor & Fantasy Author Dom Magwili

You're allowed to be the hero of your own story. Full stop. This week, actor, author, professor, and audiobook narrator Dom Magwili joins us to talk about creating his o

33. The Power of a Reach Out: How Relationships Create Opportunity

Do you find reaching out and building relationships in your creative career stressful, awkward, or confusing? Whether you’re just starting out or looking to elevate your

32. Defy The Cult of Average w/ DaJuan Johnson

Are you stuck worrying about what other actors or industry folks think? Have you heard of the "cult of average"? Whether you're booking your first TV role, navigating th

31. It's Very Punk Rock: The Spiritual Psychology of Acting w/ John Osborne Hughes

Turn up your inner wattage, we’re talking punk rock and getting philosophical with John Osborne Hughes, founder of the Spiritual Psychology of Acting, for a conversation

30. A Sustainable Path for Actors? Let’s Talk Audiobooks

It's 2026 and this episode is more relevant than ever. The Federal Reserve recently revised the U.S. Job growth statistics for Q4 2025 and Q1 2026 to accurately reflect t

29. Emily Crookston: Rebel Ghostwriter with A Cause

It is such a joy when I have the opportunity to connect with an author who’s words I’m bringing to life via the audiobook. And it’s even better when the content is values

28. Serving Delicious Food & Entrepreneurial Advice w/ Milena Pagán

Milena Pagan traded an MIT-trained engineering path for the heat of the kitchen and never looked back. Elise sits down with the James Beard-nominated, Food Network-winnin

27. Celebrating 2026 Audie Finalists: Audiobook Adventure Edition

This year, 10 Audiobook Adventurers received nominations for the 2026 Audie Awards, across multiple categories (yes, including Audiobook of the Year). 🎧✨ In this episode

26. Audiobooks and Ease w/ AhDream Smith

Is there really enough work out there for all of us as actors? Can you actually make the leap from side hustles and scarcity to creative abundance—and what does it look

25. Five Reasons To Add Audiobook Narration To Your Creative Career in 2026

Audiobooks are still a phenomenal place to grow your creative career in 2026, and in this episode I’m sharing one of the biggest reasons why: the odds and access can be w

24. Be A Booking Magnet w/ Christine Horn

Step into your “star power” to become a BOOKING MAGNET! Whether you're an actor, multi-hyphenate creative, or anyone looking to bring more authenticity, focus, and abund

23. Catching Up w/ Angel Pean At Dream Big Plan Smart LIVE in PVD, RI!

In this special live episode of The Global Actor Podcast (recorded at the Dream Big, Plan Smart Retreat in Providence, RI) Elise sits down with returning guest Angel Pean

22. Killing Your Darlings

Seasonally, it’s a great time to prune back some of the old growth! Elise is joined by studio wrangler and creative co-conspirator: Justin Marra.They're doing some emotio

21. I Gave A TED Talk and Here's What I Learned

Season 2 is here and during the hiatus… Elise gave a TED Talk! In this episode she shares her journey to manifesting a big thing and how she faced and moved through resi

Announcing Season 2 - Coming VERY Soon!

Season two is calling—pull on your bravest boots, it’s our guide through story, practice, and community: Elise Arsenault. TED Talk tales, rituals for resilience, a spark

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