We’re joined by Kelsey Tuck, an actor and model who’s been building momentum in TV and film while balancing a career as a nurse. She shares how modeling after college unexpectedly led her into acting, what it’s like working with agents and managers, how she self-submits for roles, and the casting websites that helped her find opportunities. Kelsey also talks about her first on-set experience, the lessons she learned from it, and her approach to self-tape auditions.

We also dive into the world of vertical dramas, exploring the fast-paced production style, the suspenseful storytelling that keeps viewers hooked, and what it's like bringing these mobile-first series to life on set. Kelsey shares her thoughts on AI in the industry, how she handles rejection without taking it personally, and the professionalism that helps actors keep getting hired.

If this episode resonated with you, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone pursuing a career in acting.

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Fort Worth, Texas music artist LilyannaMarie returns to the podcast to share her journey as an independent artist. She opens up about the isolation, late-night struggles, and emotional highs and lows that come with pursuing a music career while staying true to yourself.

We also dive into the reality of today's music industry. LilyannaMarie talks about navigating not only life as a singer, songwriter, content creator, and social media manager, but also the pressure to grow an audience while staying authentic. She shares what keeps her motivated, why community matters, and how investing in yourself and your craft can lead to a lasting career. Whether you're a musician, a creative, or an entrepreneur, this episode offers honest conversations and practical insights.

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🎙️ We’re back with an all-new season! Welcome to Season 6 of On The Come Up Podcast.

Devon has been rocking with us since Season 1, and three years later, he’s back to share what it really takes to build a full-time career in photography and videography. We discuss the leap from a steady paycheck to full-time freelancing, including finding clients, pricing your work, networking, and growing a sustainable creative business. Devon opens up about chasing his first opportunities, navigating slow seasons, pulling late nights to meet deadlines, and the challenges of running his own business. Whether you’re a photographer, videographer, freelancer, or content creator, this episode is packed with practical insights and real experiences to help you turn your passion into a career.

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In this episode, we sit down with Alicia Azahar, an actor, commercial lifestyle model, and poet, to talk about her journey from theater to on-screen work. She shares what she learned from her first shoots, the realities of auditions and callbacks, and talks through the mindset shift that helped her stop taking every no as a verdict. Alicia also shares self-tape habits that can help actors stand out and build confidence in the industry.

Beyond acting, Alicia opens up about how losing her mother at a young age led her to writing and poetry as an outlet for healing and self-expression. She shares the inspiration behind her book, Uninterrupted Thoughts, and how it became a way to encourage others through her experiences. We wrap up with a fun this-or-that game, what's next for Alicia, and where listeners can follow her work.

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You can be talented and still lose roles for reasons you'll never hear out loud, so we decided to talk about the parts of acting nobody puts on their highlight reel.

Livi Bee is back, and after some fun conversation, we dive into the realities of being a working actor. We discuss self-tape auditions, slating, positioning yourself as a local hire, and the small details that can influence casting decisions. We also talk about rejection in the industry, including the disappointment of booking a role only to have it taken away.

The conversation then shifts to motivation and mental health. We discuss procrastination, self-doubt, depression, building confidence, and staying focused when opportunities don't come as quickly as you'd like. If you're an actor, model, or creator looking for practical audition advice and honest industry insight, this episode is for you.

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In today’s episode, we are rejoined by Gianina, who we last saw in Season 3. We dive into all things dance, including her experience joining the Texas Lone Stars at Texas Live in Arlington and stepping into professional dance.

We also explore what she has been building in modeling and acting, as well as the launch of her new competitive cheer team. And we also get personal about control, anxiety, and faith, including how learning to trust timing has changed the way we handle situations. From dance to entrepreneurship, mindset, and personal growth, this episode covers what it looks like to build in multiple lanes at once.

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In today’s episode, Anastasia Tucker shares her journey into building a working career in commercial modeling and acting, proving it’s never too late to start. She opens up about overcoming fear, navigating a major life transition, and staying consistent through self-submissions and auditions, all while raising her kids. We also get into confidence, vulnerability, and the reality that growth often comes from stepping outside your comfort zone and doing it anyway. If you’re looking to start acting or make a career change later in life, this conversation offers both practical insight and real perspective.

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*A quick elevator situation before recording, and by situation, I mean emergency*

We sit down with Lauren, an aesthetic injector who’s built her business around natural-looking results and helping women feel like themselves again. She breaks down what’s real versus myths in the industry and why customization is the whole point. We also get honest about what it looks like to work a full-time job while still showing up for clients and building a business, the mental load of living a double life, the weird feeling of being stuck even when you’re making progress, and how to push through it. If you’re building a business, we hit the nail on the head with marketing tips and how aesthetics play a major role in standing out. If you’ve been wondering how to balance a day job while growing something of your own, this episode is for you.

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