Background Acting 101

In a special between seasons episode, Natalya and Kelsey present the most important things to know about background acting in Los Angeles! Whether you're curious to see how a real Hollywood set operates, looking to make some extra cash, or just want to meet new people, this episode will cover all the bases!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SEASON ONE FINALE! Paul returns to spill the tea on day to day life on set! He walks us through a typical day on set, tells us his favorite shows to work on, teaches us some on set walkie terminology, and shares why he quit PA work.  Follow Paul! Instagram @paulywoodforever Twitter @thepaulzecharia YouTube Paul Zecharia Social Media: Instagram @AngelenosInTraining Facebook @AngelenosInTraining Twitter @AngelenosPod Music by Leo Jackson Art by Trevor D. Richardson  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Everyone knows LA is the entertainment capital of the world, but few know how to actually break into the industry. This week Kelsey and Natalya chat with actor/writer/director Paul Zecharia and learn his tips for building a career in film and television production through production assistant work. Follow Paul! Instagram @paulywoodforever Twitter @thepaulzecharia Social Media: Instagram @AngelenosInTraining Facebook @AngelenosInTraining Twitter @AngelenosPod Music by Leo Jackson Art by Trevor D. RichardsonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kelsey shares with Natalya the best ways to visit and photograph The Hollywood Sign! Whether you prefer to drive, hike, or walk, there’s a way for you to take in Tinseltown’s classic attraction. Social Media: Instagram @AngelenosInTraining Facebook @AngelenosInTraining Twitter @AngelenosPod Music by Leo Jackson Art by Trevor D. RichardsonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You’ve seen the Hollywood sign. Ever wonder why it’s there? This week we dive into the history of the Hollywood Sign - covering its original role as an advertisement, the location’s role in the birth of television, and that time it read Hollyweed. Instagram @AngelenosInTraining Facebook @AngelenosInTraining Twitter @AngelenosPod Music by Leo Jackson Art by Trevor D. RichardsonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LA is known for beaches and sunshine, but not all beaches are created equal. In this episode, Kelsey and Natalya rate and review the beaches of the LA area all the way from Malibu to the LBC! Instagram @AngelenosInTraining Facebook @AngelenosInTraining Twitter @AngelenosPod Music by Leo Jackson Art by Trevor D. RichardsonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hollywood’s humble beginnings gave way to the Silent Film Era - a time when the world became obsessed with movie stars without ever hearing their voices. Natalya shares with Kelsey why feature films became the norm, how they influenced the birth of the studio system, how growing scandal in Hollywood led to censoring in films, and why many films of this era are still relevant today. *A portion of this episode involves the topic of sexual assault. A content warning will be announced before the discussion so that listeners may skip this section if they wish.   Instagram @AngelenosInTraining Facebook @AngelenosInTraining Twitter @AngelenosPod Music by Leo Jackson Art by Trevor D. RichardsonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we welcome guest Yasmin Ghasiri! Yasmin shares with Natalya and Kelsey how the LGBTQ+ community in Los Angeles compares to their hometown, the best way to make new friends in West Hollywood, and what advice they would give to a young queer person moving to LA.  Follow Yasmin! @yasminghasiri Tiktok Instagram @theirstorytv YouTube Social Media: Instagram @AngelenosInTraining Facebook @AngelenosInTraining Twitter @AngelenosPod Music by Leo Jackson Art by Trevor D. RichardsonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Huntington Gardens and Mulholland Drive, driving the 101 ‘stead of the 5, Trader Joe’s murals and eyebrow threading, these are a few of our favorite things! Natalya surprises Kelsey with questions about her favorite things in LA and shares some of her own favorites along the way - covering everything from favorite scenic drives to where to take visitors to favorite freeways. Social Media: Instagram @AngelenosInTraining Facebook @AngelenosInTraining Twitter @AngelenosPod Music by Leo Jackson Art by Trevor D. RichardsonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Los Angeles has a reputation for health and wellness, but in reality, a large portion of Angelenos experience food insecurity. In this episode, Natalya and Kelsey explore the existence of food deserts in Los Angeles, efforts to aid food insecure Angelenos, Kelsey’s experience seeing a nutritionist in Los Angeles, and popular nutrition trends in La La Land.   Social Media: Instagram @AngelenosInTraining Facebook @AngelenosInTraining Twitter @AngelenosPod Music by Leo Jackson Art by Trevor D. RichardsonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.