Second Act Actors

Apologies for the audio issues...my whole recording set-up is on ye olde FRITZ. Je ne comprend pas technology but I'll fiddle once I recover from PRIDE WEEKEND

Join us on an inspiring journey as we ex…

Melissa Melottey shares her journey as a child actor, her decision to take a break from acting and attend business school, and her return to the industry. She discusses the pressure and expectations …

On this episode, Dr. Janet McMordie speaks with business owner turned actor, Jon Duque! Jon shares his inspiring journey in the entertainment industry, from pursuing a career in law enforcement to be…

In this conversation, Janet McMordie chats with costume designer Joanna Syrokomla! Joanna shares her experience of starting a career in costume design and the process of developing costumes for produ…

In this conversation, Allisha Pelletier shares her journey into the acting industry and the challenges she faced along the way. She discusses the emotional connection she experienced with fellow acto…

This weeks episode celebrates the amazing Tik Tok sensation, NIR GUZINSKI!! He had a career in marketing before switching to content creation and acting. The conversation covers the challenges and jo…

In this episode of the Second Act Actors podcast, host Dr. Janet McMordie speaks with Nicole Yost about her transition from teaching to acting. They discuss the similarities between her two careers, …

My guest this week is accountant turned actor, Henry Tran! Our conversation explores the themes of self-expression, disagreement, and personal growth. It delves into the importance of expressing ones…

In this conversation, Christina Pitts Jazzar, an intimacy coordinator, shares her journey into the industry and the role of intimacy coordination. She discusses the importance of communication, conse…

Daniel Thomas, an Australian actor based in Germany, shares his journey of pursuing acting as a second act career. He discusses how he initially had a curiosity for acting as a child but ended up pur…

In this conversation, Marcella Young and Janet McMordie discuss Marcella's journey as an actor and being the literal definition of "Jill of All trades"...SHE DOES IT ALL

Marcella shares her early pass…

Dr. Indy Saluja, an emergency room doctor and actor, discusses his journey from medicine to acting. He shares his experiences and challenges in balancing both careers and the similarities he has foun…

In this episode of Second Act Actors, media coach Barbara Barna Abel discusses the importance of preparation and practice in effective communication. She emphasizes that communication requires though…

In this episode of Second Act Actors. Salma Dharsee shares her journey of transitioning from a career in engineering to pursuing her passion for acting. She emphasizes the importance of identifying p…

On this episode of Second Act Actors, we watch Janet cry three times! More importantly, I get to talk to one of my most favourite people on this planet: Sean Simms, football player turned actor. We …

In this episode of Second Act Actors, Jodie Bentley shares her journey into acting and the challenges she faced in pursuing her passion. She discusses the pressure to choose a practical career and th…

In this conversation, Janet McMordie and Krista Barzso discuss Krista's journey into the acting industry and how she balances her passion for acting with her background in science. They explore the i…

In this episode of Second Act Actors, Janet and Anne discuss the role of AI in creativity and the impact it has on jobs. They also explore how AI can be used as a creative tool and share their experi…

In this episode of Second Act Actors, Richard Barlow shares his journey of getting back into the entertainment business. He discusses his passion for acting and how he discovered a love for producing…

In this episode of Second Act Actors, host Janet McMordie chats with teacher turned actor, Neta Rose about their personal journey in the acting industry. They explore the challenges of starting out …