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 acti...

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 bri...

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 ...

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 text Watch the Podcast on YouTube | Read the Diaries Host, Author o...

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...

Mitch Messinger is an award-winning publicity executive with nearly three decades of experience in the entertainment industry. As the founding president and CEO of Messinger Media Management, LLC, Mitch has demonstrated his prowess in creating and executing innovative campaigns across traditional and new media platforms. With a proven track record in domestic and international TV and film PR, Mitch boasts extensive connections within the industry, including press, producers, talent, studio ex...

Taylor Ann Thompson (21) is an American actress. She started her career at the early age of four, playing Jack Nicholson’s granddaughter in Rob Reiner’s “The Bucket List.” She then went on to appear in several television films and series, works include Lifetime’s “Liz and Dick” alongside Lindsay Lohan, “Amish Grace” with Kimberly Williams-Paisley, Amazon’s “The Kicks” and “Gortimer Gibbon’s Life on Normal Street,” and Showtime’s “Shameless.” This past year, she played the antagonist in Lifeti...

This week’s podcast guest is international film star Werner Daehn. The Berlin based actor has worked in huge Hollywood movies alongside Tom Cruise, Samuel Jackson, Vin Diesel, Rachel Weisz, Jude Law and more. Werner offers shares his process as an actor and daily routines that help him stay on top. A very inspirational episode. Werner is a German actor, who has worked with Vin Diesel and Samuel L. Jackson in XXX, with Jason Priestley in Colditz an ITV1 2005 miniseries, with Bill Pullman...

In this new episode of Diary of an Actress we chat with Ron Valentine! Ron Valentine was born in the business with a father in the business, followed with 3 uncles, 4 cousins, an award-winning aunt, a brother and son in as well. Burroughs High Graduate Mastered in Props and lighting with a pinch of carpentry. Worked on shows such as Saved by the Bell, Tonight Show with both Johnny Carson and Jay Leno. Fresh Prince of Bel Air, California Dreams, Smothers Brothers Comedy hour, Hang Time, You Ag...

Karl Gnass is a master draftsman with an expert understanding of the human and animal forms. His grasp of movement, anatomy, and energy has made him an in demand advisor to an animation industry eager to infuse more authenticity into its character and creature designs. Gnass (pronounced guh-nahss) has developed facial anatomy and character expressions and consulted on anatomical authenticity for such films as I Am Legend, Watchmen, The Polar Express, Hollow Man, as well as Disney’s Tangled an...

This weeks special guest on Diary of an Actress with Rachel Bailit we are joined by Trenyce Cobbins. She is a Vocalist, Actress, Dancer and Host who took a Top 5"American Idol" finalist moment and turned it into a full-fledged career. Since her stint on the former Fox reality competition show, Trenyce has become a darling of the theater world, working both in the United States and internationally headlining in some top Broadway musicals and plays. Send us a text Watch the Podcast on YouTube |...

In this episode, Rachel interviews David, a renowned headshot photographer who has been named LA's favorite for three years. They discuss the importance of headshots for actors and delve into David's background and journey in the industry. David shares valuable insights and answers common questions about getting the perfect headshot. Whether you're a new actor or a seasoned one, this episode provides valuable information on the significance of headshots in the casting process. David Mu...

On this weeks episode of Diary of an Actress with Rachel Bailit we are joined by Jay Kogen. Jay Kogen has been in show business since he was 5 years old. He is an actor, director, stand-up, and Groundlings alum but mostly he has written and produced many of the most popular TV comedies over the last 30 years. He helped develop and wrote on the first five seasons of The Simpsons. He wrote and produced Frasier, Malcolm In The Middle, Everybody Loves Raymond, The George Lopez Show, School of Roc...

This week's podcast guest is actress Caitlin Dulaney. An accomplished performer, Caitlin is on the 2023 SAG- AFTRA negotiating committee. In the podcast, she goes into detail about the strike and what's at stake for actors. Send us a text Watch the Podcast on YouTube | Read the Diaries Host, Author of Diary of an Actress,. Executive Producer: Rachel Bailit Editor, Producer : Max Bugrov YouTube: @diaryofanactresspodcast Instagram: diaryofanactresspodcast TikTok: @diaryofanactresspodcast...

In this episode of Diary of an Actress Rachel Bailit chats with Author, TV Writer and Producer Jenny Lee. Jenny Lee has written and produced on STARZ Run the World, IFC’s Brockmire, BET’s Boomerang, Freeform’s Young & Hungry and Disney Channel’s Shake It Up! She is the author oft he national bestselling YA book Anna K and Anna K Away, two middle grade novels, and four books of humor essays. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband and her two Newfoundland dogs. Send us a text Watch the P...

This week’s podcast guest is Producer and Writer Robin Schiff. Schiff was recently a consulting producer on Emily In Paris in 2020 and in 2021 she was a co-executive producer on the show. She is currently a consulting producer on Darren Star's new show UnCoupled starring Neil Patrick Harris. She was executive producer of the YouTube Red series Sideswiped in 2018. Schiff began her TV career as the story editor for Rags to Riches, NBC, 1987–88. She was the supervising producer for Working Girl,...

Dr. Tedaldi, founder of Dermatology Partners, Inc., created the practice with a vision of providing personalized medical and cosmetic dermatology care. A sought-after expert on cosmetic procedures, Dr. Tedaldi helps women and men in the Boston area improve their self-image with minimally invasive techniques. Known for her unique approach to cosmetic dermatology, she believes that the key to achieving outstanding results is through partnering with her patients and patient education. She is a g...

Our guest this episode is Lola Cohen, a long time acting teacher at The Lee Strasberg Theater and Film Institute. A student of Lee Strasberg, Lola shares his technique both at the Institute in New York and internationally. She has written two books on Method Acting: “The Lee Strasberg Notes” and “The Method Acting Handbook”. In this podcast, Lola dives deep, sharing untold stories about her life, Lee Strasberg, acting, teaching and much more. She is candid, funny and poignant. A mini ma...

My guest this week is California State Senator Ben Allen. We talk about many things, including the importance of arts education, how to keep film production thriving in our state, and the steps he is taking to fight climate change. Send us a text Watch the Podcast on YouTube | Read the Diaries Host, Author of Diary of an Actress,. Executive Producer: Rachel Bailit Editor, Producer : Max Bugrov YouTube: @diaryofanactresspodcast Instagram: diaryofanactresspodcast TikTok: @diaryofanactres...

In this week’s podcast, we are live talking about acting, movies and the Writer’s Guild Strike with Rob Edwards. Rob wrote and produced shows including "The Fresh Prince", "Full House", and "In Living Color" before writing two classic animated films for WALT DISNEY FEATURE ANIMATION, the Academy Award, and Golden Globe-nominated THE PRINCESS AND THE FROG, and the Academy Award- nominated TREASURE PLANET. He consulted on TANGLED, WRECK-IT RALPH, and FRO...