Actors Inspiration With Amber Wegner

Happy March 1st!! Oh, how I’ve missed you! In today’s episode I talk about my word for 2024 - Freedom! I also invite you to get clear on your own intentions for your life and career. I share my statistics for just this year and why I’ve been away for two months. I close with the question of, “What does it look like to invest in you”? Enjoy!!!

Happy Friday!!! As we are coming to the close of 2023 I invite you to look at you’re statistics. I share mine and breakdown the illusion and the reality of my year. I close with a reading about the last day of this year that excites me to my core!!! 123123 enjoy!!!

Today I share some really fun news about the podcast as well as invite you to create a daily list of gratitude. In addition, I share my latest mantra and invite you to create your own. Happy Super Soul Sunday!!!

Happy Monday!!! Oh how I’ve missed you! Today I talk about the statistics of my recent record number of auditions and bookings and why I believe it all came together. I also walk you through a visualization of your future self. I close with a quote from one of my all time favorites, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. Enjoy!!!

The strike is over and it’s time to get back to work!!! Are you ready? Today is a new moon and a perfect day to write down your intentions and prepare for the beautiful miracles in your future. Don’t believe in miracles? Here’s an invitation to try something new. Happy Monday and Happy New Moon!!

Happy Tuesday!!! Today I invite you to let you actions control your thoughts, and not the other way around. I also share another wonderful excerpt from Kerry Washington about giving yourself permission to exist and take up space. I close today with another to invitation to reach out to your reps and also to enjoy a little self care.

Happy November 1st!! As we enter this new month I invite you to ask yourself what opportunities are you creating for yourself today to set you up for more opportunities in the future? I also share how letting go of the outcome can offer so much fun, creativity, and trust in the process. I close with an invitation from Kerry Washingtons book to look at your next audition as an opportunity to be of service to the project. Enjoy!

Happy Monday!! Today I share another powerful excerpt from Kerry Washingtons book, Thicker Than Water. I also invite you to the picket lines today! I will be at Amazon Studios at 10:30. We go back to the negotiating table tomorrow. Let’s show our support today!!

Happy Monday!!! Today I share a list of great shows to watch sent to us by some of our listeners. I also invite you to reach out to your reps and continue building relationships. I close with an invitation to get excited about your future and all that is possible in the unknown. Have a beautiful day, week, and life. Live today like it’s your last and if it’s not, say thank you!!!

Happy Monday!!! Today I ask the question, is there any show out there as good as Ted Lasso??? If so, please share! I also talk about embracing our past to celebrate our future, as well as the positive side of being the underdog. Enjoy!!

Happy Friday! Today I share my first of many excerpts from Kerry Washingtons amazing new book, Thicker Than Water. I also talk about booking cycles in your career as well as share a few inspiring ideas such as,
1) Don't let the opinions of others stop you from achieving your goals.
2) Don't wait for permission or approval.
3) Do it because you love creating art not the illusion of success and happiness you think it will bring.
Enjoy!!!

Today’s episode is filled with fall inspired ideas to hopefully spark your creativity and excite you throughout the month of October. Enjoy!!!

Happy Thursday!!! The Writers Strike is over but SAG-AFTRA is not. Let’s show our support today and tomorrow on those picket lines as we approach our negotiations on October 2nd. LET’S GO!!! I also share quotes from one of my all time favorite books, Way of the Peaceful Warrior. Enjoy!!!

Happy Monday!! Today I’m embracing new opportunities. I invite you to decide what you’d like to embrace more of in your life. Huge shoutout to Director, Kevin George on his upcoming release of Dark Cloud this Tuesday the 20th. I was so happy to be a part of this beautiful film. Also a huge shoutout to Adam Marcus, Debra Sullivin, and the entire cast and crew of Secret Santa that swept up all the awards at a recent film festival in Big Bear!! I also close with an invitation to look for the signs of the universe conspiring in your favor today. Have a beautiful week ahead!

Happy Thursday! Today I talk about what it means to be in service to your craft as well as invite you to remember why you became an artist, and so much more. Enjoy!!!

I invite you to share your smile with the world today! And if not the world, with one person who looks like they need it the most. I also discuss the audition blahs and pushing through. Lastly, I invite you to visit me tomorrow at Augie’s on Main from 1130a-130p. I’ll be there saying hello to all of our amazing guests. I’d love for you to come by, purchase a sandwich and support our small business!! 2428 Main Street In Santa Monica. See you tomorrow!!

What you do makes a difference. Listen in to hear why. Enjoy!!!

Happy Sunday! Today I talk about why I share my stories and also encourage you to share yours. In addition, I invite you to claim each morning that this will be the best day of your life! Enjoy!!!

Happy National Day of Solidarity!!! Today is a big day for SAG-AFTRA and the WGA! In addition to strike information, today I also share a few quotes that will hopefully inspire you on today’s journey. It’s a beautiful day, it’s a beautiful life, what are you going to do with it? Enjoy!!!

Happy Tuesday!! Today I’m talking about butterflies. Not just actual butterflies, but also the butterflies we get when we have an audition or a special event or occasion. I also talk about the power in giving love as well as finding today’s purpose. Enjoy!!!

Today I talk about preventing burnout, inspiring new habits, taking on new challenges, and ways to greet each day with love in your heart. Happy August! Enjoy!!!

Happy Monday!! I am back from vacation and ready to head back to the picket lines! In today’s episode I share the dates and times that I’m scheduled to be at SONY Studios and I’d love for you to join me!!

Today I give you as much information that I can in regards to the SAG-AFTRA STRIKE. I share the many locations that you can show up today and picket. I also go over as many of the issues that I have information on to hopefully shed some light on what’s happening for those that want more details. I close with an invitation to any pre-members or non-union actor’s to think twice before saying yes to a job during a strike. I’ll see you on the picket lines!!! #unionstrong

Danielle Hoetmer is an incredible actor that’s been seen in Grownish, How I Met Your Father, 9-1-1 Lone Star, and will be seen in the upcoming series for Apple Plus called, Lessons in Chemistry starring, Brie Larson! Today’s episode is packed full of amazing set stories, a behind the scenes look at managing a child actor and a day in the life at Cannes Film Festival! Danielle’s daughter, Lorelei Olivia Mote, has been seen in Daisy Jones and The Six as Young Daisy as well as Unprisioned with Kerry Washington and her film, Riddle Of Fire just premiered with raving reviews at Cannes! Enjoy this amazing conversation!

Happy Monday!!! Today I talk about overcoming feelings of failure as well as discussing the power of looking within when feeling frustrated or angry. I also give a friendly reminder to see your beauty and count your blessings. Enjoy!!

Happy Thursday!! Today I invite you to jump on a 30 day challenge with me!! I also talk about rising to the occasion in any situation. I also give an idea for an abundance meditation as well as a closing quote from Zig Ziglar. Enjoy!!

Happy Monday!!! It’s my favorite day of the week and I ask you, who are you today? What do you have control over? How are you marketing yourself? Who’s casting the shows you want to work on? And lastly, what are you willing to do to create the life you want to live? Enjoy!!

Happy Friday!! Today I share about two very different experiences from two very different casting director workshops. I also talk about getting coaching, and I also share a story about an amazing actor that auditioned for a role that she wasn’t right for and ended up getting written into the show because she was that good. Enjoy!!!

Happy Monday!!! Today I walk you through a quick manifestation exercise that will hopefully excite and inspire you about your future! Stay until the end to hear my favorite words from Marianne Williamson book, A Return To Love. Enjoy!!!

Happy Friday!! I’m on my way to the picket lines at Paramount Studios! Come join me! Today’s episode is all about letting go of comparison, getting out of your safety zones, leaning into your tribe, and being willing to change the things we can. Enjoy!!!!

Happy Sunday!!! Today I invite you to shine your light and share your gifts with the world! There will always be people that want you to dim your light, shine anyway! You were giving gifts, talents, and dreams for a reason. Use them! The world is waiting to see what you have in store!

Today I talk about obstacles, overcoming obstacles, fighting for what you want as an actor and creating compelling characters. I also share my new read as well as invite you to meet me at the picket lines! Enjoy!!!

Today’s episode is a perfect example of how my brain works before I exercise, lol. Literally thought it was Thursday. It’s Wednesday. Aside from that, today’s episode is filled with a whole lot of honesty and transparency about actor support jobs, the amazing moments that pass, and letting go of the outcomes. Enjoy!!!

Happy Friday!! Today I talk about the inconsistencies of this industry as well as how quickly productions can change on a dime. I also encourage you to hone your special skills!! You never know when a hobby from today can turn into a magnificent acting tool tomorrow. Enjoy!!!

Happy Monday!! Congratulations to everyone participating in Self Tape May!!! Today I give tips from Jimmy Burrows and Maya Rudolph on establishing yourself in this industry. I also give dates and locations to upcoming picketing venues to show your support for the WGA. Enjoy!!

Happy Friday!!! I hope everyone had a beautiful week. Today I give some creative tips on ways to stay busy during the writers strike as well as a few ideas for your next self tape. I also share wise words about acting from Bryan Cranston, Allison Janney, and Zoe Kravitz and so much more. Enjoy!!!

Welcome to my birthday weekend!!! Happy Saturday! Today I talk all things Self Tape May as well as share a wonderful networking opportunity this weekend to meet the one and only, Audrey Moore from Audrey Helps Actors! I also ask you the questions What do you want? and, What’s stopping you? Enjoy!!!

Because a simple shoutout just wasn’t enough, I asked for an interview with the one and only, Raul De Anda! Raul has recently been seen on Minx, The Neighborhood, and most recently on the season 4 premiere of Barry on HBO Max. Raul shares how creating his own content opened his next door and he also talks about the flip side of failure, as well as his journey of self discovery and so much more. Enjoy!!!

Happy New Moon! Today is a powerful day to write down your intentions! In today’s episode I give a big shoutout to our friend, Raul De Anda for his amazing booking on Barry!! I also talk about the importance of not giving up and I give an example of Mandy Moore’s frustrating road to booking This Is Us. I also share auditioning tips from Sean Hays, and I close with a reminder to create relationships on set as if you are number one on the call sheet because one day soon, you will be! Enjoy!!

In today’s episode I talk about giving 100% everyday, but also checking in on what 100% looks like each day. I also share great auditioning advise from Elizabeth Moss as well as discussing what it means to be our own publicist and so much more. Enjoy!!!

Happy Friday!! Today I talk about the importance of maintaining friendships outside the industry as well within. I also talk about my nail biting pet peeves on set. And I close with an invitation to checkout some casting director workshops this month as well as embracing life’s setbacks and trusting they are setups to more than you could have ever imagined. Enjoy!!!

Today I talk about my role in Dungeons and Dragons. I also share ideas on mindset, motivation, and manifestation. I close today with the thought of, how you do anything is how you do everything. Enjoy!!!

Happy Thursday!! Today I share some golden nuggets from writer/director Ron Shelton about the casting process, the politics of casting, and his opinion on the current state of self tapes. He is an actor’s director and I was so inspired by his words that I’m sharing some of them with you today. Enjoy!!!

Happy Monday!!! Today I give a big shoutout to Christine Horn and The Hollywood Bound Actors Podcast. Christine Horn is The Booking Magnet and I invite you to create your own title for success… I did! I also give a shoutout to Courtney Cunningham. Courtney is someone I’ve coached with in the past and she graciously sent out a very generous email with tips on how to keep busy as we approach a slower season and a possible writers strike. Today’s episode is sponsored be WeAudition. Use promo code AW25 to get 25% off of your subscription to WeAudition. Enjoy today’s episode and if no one else tells you today, I believe in you!!!

Today’s episode is filled with so much gratitude and a wealth of knowledge from the dynamic, Sharmila Devar! Sharmila has been seen in hit shows such as, Gilmore Girls, Grey’s Anatomy, House, Private Practice, Arrested Development, Scandal, and so many more! You’ve heard her voice in Star Wars Clone Wars and Star Wars Rebels as well as many audiobooks. Sharmila shares the importance of diversification in your craft as well as networking and cultivating good relationships. I am forever grateful to Sharmila for making introductions so that this podcast could become SAG-AFTRA signatory. Thank you Sharmila!!!

Today I had the pleasure of speaking with Actor and Producer, Hans Hernke. Hans currently has 5 projects in development, 7 films in production and 170 credits on IMDB. I met him while working on Animal Kingdom, but you may know him from shows like, Scandal, Bones, or Frasier. He’s an actor with over 20 years in the industry and we speak candidly about actor support jobs, casting, producing your own content, and so much more. Enjoy!!