Jorge-Luis Pallo: Acting, Mental Health, & Growth in Hollywood
Description
In this episode, actor, coach, and director Jorge-Luis Pallo joins Brianna to talk about adapting to a changing industry, the power of mentorship, and why acting is more than a career—it's a path to personal growth. From the discipline of self-taping to mental health, artistic resilience, and the importance of community, Jorge offers honest, hard-won wisdom for creatives who want to stay inspired, grounded, and truly committed to their craft.
In this episode, you will learn...
- How to adapt and thrive in an ever-changing entertainment industry.
- Why acting is a tool for emotional expression, healing, and personal transformation.
- Practical ways to diversify your artistic skills, prepare self-tapes like a pro, and stay grounded through community and mentorship.
"Absorb what is useful, reject what is useless, and add what is essentially your own." - Bruce Lee
Time Codes:
00:00 Introduction
01:38 Turning Obstacles into Opportunities
05:46 Staying True and Proving Yourself
07:31 Embracing Challenges for Personal Growth
11:39 Theater as Training for TV and Film Acting
26:42 Avoiding Common Mistakes in Auditions
28:49 Treating Self-Tapes Like In-Person Auditions
36:47 The Impact of Traveling for Work
40:46 Inspiration from 'Man's Search for Meaning'
42:40 Bruce Lee's Quote on Learning and Uniqueness
49:28 Studying and Cherry-Picking Techniques
52:21 Creating and Practicing: The Key to Success
55:03 Saving Money and Being Selective
01:04:37 Men's Mental Health: The Importance of Safe Spaces
01:18:51 MYM Bonus
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Connect with Jorge:
Facebook: @THEELJORGE
Instagram: @JLP.Acting.Co
LinkedIn: @jorgeluispallo
Website: www.jorgeluispallo.com
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30-Minute Zoom Coaching w/ Jorge-Luis Pallo
$45 for your first session (normally $60)
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Book HERE or DM @JLP.Acting.Co!
Connect with Brianna:
Instagram: @briannabrownkeen
X: @brownbrianna
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BONUS CONTENT! Jorge's Favorites...
Book Rec: Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl, Right for the Role by John Frank Levey, The Gift and The Choice by Dr. Edith Eva Eger,
Documentary Rec: Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie (Apple TV+), The Mask You Live In (Apple TV+), Protect Her (Prime Video)
Inspirational Song: So What by Miles Davis
Inspirational Follow: Jamie Wollrab
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