Season 3 of the Acting Smarter Now Podcast kicks off with a powerful transformation story!

Actress Ginney Bilbray, one of our very own Acting Smarter Now participants, discovered this podcast, took the lessons to heart, and turned them into real results. From listener to leading lady, Ginney shares how applying actionable insights from the show inspired her to create and mount her deeply personal one-woman show, “A Pretty Normal Life.”

Join Lydia Nicole as she dives into Ginney’s remarkable journey—how she embraced the power of storytelling, found her creative center, and built a project that reflects her truth. This episode is filled with aha moments and hard-earned wisdom from Ginney and some of Hollywood’s finest mentors, including Adilah Barnes, Don Reed, and Ivana Chubbuck.

Whether you’re an emerging actor or a seasoned artist ready for your next breakthrough, this episode will light a fire under your creativity. Expect practical tools, mindset shifts, and the motivation you need to move from dreaming to doing.

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Ginney Bilbray's Journey
01:55 - Lydia's Interviews Impact on Jenny
05:45 - GInney's One-Woman Show Insights
09:55 - Tips for One-Woman Show Success
17:50 - The Power of Storytelling
21:25 - Partnering with Nonprofits
23:20 - Promoting Your Show Effectively
25:55 - Documenting Your Artistic Journey
28:20 - Creating an Effective Press Kit
29:15 - Submitting Your Show to Theaters
32:20 - Demands of a One-Person Show
35:00 - Recommended Interviews to Watch
39:50 - Standing in Your Center
44:20 - Resources for Aspiring Actors
47:56 - Helpful Technology for Performers
50:10 - Embracing Your Self-Worth
56:05 - New Experiences Every Night
59:11 - You Owe Nothing to Others
1:04:20 - Final Thoughts
1:05:20 - Gratitude and Acknowledgments
1:06:20 - OUTRO
Welcome to Lydia Nicole’s World! 

Get ready to dive into the bold, hilarious, and downright inspiring universe of Lydia Nicole—a creative dynamo who’s worn all the hats: actor, stand-up comedian, writer, producer, music marketer, and even radio programmer. Basically, if Hollywood had a Swiss Army knife, it would be Lydia!

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