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"Diary of an Unemployed Actor"

"Diary of an Unemployed Actor"

By No Budget

On "Diary of an Unemployed Actor" I speak with actors, filmmakers, musicians, and more about making a career in the entertainment and arts industry.

The show is hosted by Milo Denison.
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"Diary of an Unemployed Actor"Jan 25, 2022

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Final Thoughts
Feb 29, 202407:44
Short Film or 48hr Film Challenges

Short Film or 48hr Film Challenges

If you're looking to participate in a 48-hour film event, a 24-hour film challenge, or any other similar events, they are not hard to come by. You can easily find them on platforms like meetup.com, Facebook, or websites such as 48hourfilm.com. Additionally, local organizations like Keno also host these types of events from time to time. The excitement of participating in one of these events comes from the opportunity to create a film within a short period of time. Moreover, it's a chance to meet new people who share your passion for filmmaking and potentially collaborate with them in the future. And let's not forget the enjoyment of the process and the satisfaction of having a finished product to showcase at the end.

Feb 08, 202418:24
Building Strong Relationships on the Film Set
Jan 18, 202407:58
Tips For Working as an Extra or Background Actor

Tips For Working as an Extra or Background Actor

Curious about what it is like to work as an extra on a film set, or how to get into the business, this video will provide some tips and insights to help you navigate the world of extras and background acting. Milo has worked as an extra on several productions and will provide some advice on what it is actually like to wake up in the morning and spend a day on set, and what to bring with you each day.

Dec 14, 202312:19
Call Sheets in Film Production
Dec 07, 202303:01
Rip It Up: Seeking Happiness Ft. Actor & Writer Andy Milligan

Rip It Up: Seeking Happiness Ft. Actor & Writer Andy Milligan

In this episode, Milo and Kev are joined by Andy Milligan. Andy is a writer and actor, who is a decent musician as well. He shares some of his experiences with the Seeking Happiness Podcast. Find Andy at: Web: www.seekinghappiness.blog Instagram: @andymilligan77 Follow Milo and Kev on Instagram at: Milo Denison: @milodenison Kev Bamboo: @bmboo_creatives

Nov 30, 202301:15:53
Tips For Getting Started as an Actor
Nov 16, 202306:32
Season 5 of Diary of an Unemployed Actor Starts Now
Nov 02, 202302:26
Season 4 Wrap-Up
Nov 09, 202202:37
Rip It Up: Teaching, Silly Verse & Becoming A Poet Ft. Ray Douglas

Rip It Up: Teaching, Silly Verse & Becoming A Poet Ft. Ray Douglas

Teaching, Silly Verse & Becoming A PoetIn this episode of Rip it Up,  Milo and Kev are joined by poet and teacher Ray Douglas. Ray tells us  how he got into poetry and recites a few for us. He brings a fun new  take on the game, "Ask An American."   

Follow Ray Instagram: @MrRayDouglas  

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  • Milo Denison: @milodenison  
  • Kev Bamboo: @bmboo_creatives
Aug 07, 202250:34
Rip It Up: The Thing, The Fly,Tremors, T2& My SFX Life Ft. Rob Burman

Rip It Up: The Thing, The Fly,Tremors, T2& My SFX Life Ft. Rob Burman

In this episode of Rip it Up, Milo and Kev are joined by the amazing  special effects makeup artist Rob Burman. Rob has worked on films such  as The Thing, The Fly, Tremors and more. He is here to tell the story  about how he got into FX work and what he is working on now.   

Follow Rob
Instagram: @rob_burmans_lab
Web: www.robburmanslaboratory.com

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Milo Denison: @milodenison
Kev Bamboo: @bmboo_creatives

Jul 10, 202201:05:20
Rip It Up: Becoming A Zombie & My Ukrainian Life Ft. Jim Krut

Rip It Up: Becoming A Zombie & My Ukrainian Life Ft. Jim Krut

In this episode of Rip it Up, The Helicopter Zombie from Dawn of the  Dead, Jim Krut joins Milo and Kev. We discuss that film and his life as  an actor. Jim also has family in the Ukraine, so we get serious for a  bit, to discuss the impact the war is having on his family.   

Follow Jim at

  • Facebook: @jim.krut
  • Web: www.helizombie.com

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  • Milo Denison: @milodenison
  • Kev Bamboo: @bmboo_creatives
Jun 10, 202201:17:04
Directing Her First No Budget Short Film With Corinna Issuree

Directing Her First No Budget Short Film With Corinna Issuree

in this episode of Diary of an Unemployed Actor, I speak with Corinna Issuree. She directed her first no-budget short film last year and we walk through the process from writing and casting to production, and post-production to discuss the ups and downs of the experience, along with lessons learned.

May 31, 202239:19
Rip It Up: The Impact of Being A Child Star ft. Pat Cardi

Rip It Up: The Impact of Being A Child Star ft. Pat Cardi

In this episode of Rip it Up Milo and Kev are joined by former child star Pat Cardi to discuss what it is like growing up at a very young age in the movie business.

Follow Pat at
Facebook: @Pat.Cardi 


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Milo Denison: @milodenison
Kev Bamboo: @bmboo_creatives

May 01, 202201:34:03
Rip It Up: The Queen & Her Friend Clive Oseman
Apr 17, 202243:45
Finding an Agent With Brian Patacca
Apr 12, 202253:07
Rip It Up: Music, Endo & Me ft. Noam
Apr 05, 202258:25
Rip It Up: Rodd Matsui Returns For A Deep Dive Into Folklore, Movies, and Monsters

Rip It Up: Rodd Matsui Returns For A Deep Dive Into Folklore, Movies, and Monsters

Make-up and special effects artist Rodd Matsui returns to rip it up, to share some more amazing stories about his time in Hollywood. And we answer a few listener questions about ghosts and other things that go bump in the night.

Follow Rodd on Facebook at:  @RoddMatsui  

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Milo Denison: @milodenison  

Kev Bamboo: @bmboo_creatives

Mar 22, 202201:29:44
Journey Into The Adult Film Industry With Tommie McDonald
Mar 15, 202239:57
Rip It Up: Digital Assets in Creativity & Facing Racism ft. Marvin D

Rip It Up: Digital Assets in Creativity & Facing Racism ft. Marvin D

In this episode of Rip It Up, Milo and Kev are joined by financial literacy advocate Marvin D. They will be discussing virtual currencies, digital assets and facing racism.

Follow Marvin at:

  • Twitter: @PaperStProjects
  • YouTube: PaperStProjects

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  • Milo Denison: @milodenison
  • Kev Bamboo: @bmboo_creatives
Mar 08, 202201:38:54
Lessons From His First Feature Film With Pat Bradley
Mar 01, 202256:28
Starting Out In The Industry With Mercy Bush
Feb 22, 202227:08
Rip it Up: Pronouns ft. Seth Burkett
Feb 20, 202258:39
Producing an Award Winning Film Remotely with Mikail Chowdhury
Feb 15, 202241:46
Discussing Rip It Up With Milo and Kev

Discussing Rip It Up With Milo and Kev

In this episode, we recap the episodes of Rip It Up we have recorded so far, talking about some of the highlights and lowlights of the show, and some of the great guests we have had.

Follow Milo and Kev on Instagram at:

  • Milo Denison: @milodenison
  • Kev Bamboo: @bmboo_creatives
Feb 08, 202201:06:34
From The Radio to Production Assistant With Syllia Newstead
Feb 01, 202233:17
Broadcast Studies and Announcing a Wrestling Match With Benen Dykstra
Jan 25, 202231:53
Season 4 of Diary of an Unemployed Actor Is Coming Soon
Jan 11, 202201:50
Rip It Up: Folk Sessions & Dealing with Grief ft. Hattie Whitehead
Oct 26, 202101:15:39
Rip It Up: Welcome To The World of Special FX ft. Rodd Matsui

Rip It Up: Welcome To The World of Special FX ft. Rodd Matsui

In this episode, Milo and Kev are joined by special effects artist Rodd Matsui. Rodd has worked as special effects and makeup artist in  Hollywood. He has worked on films such as Freddy's Dead: The Final  Nightmare and What’s Eating Gilbert Grape. He has a lot of great lessons  to share and stories about working on some fantastic movies.   

Note: The sound quality is not great with Rodd's connection. If you are having a hard time understanding, this episode has also been uploaded to YouTube with subtitles for Rodd. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V1-3VhJDPbQ

Follow Rodd on Facebook at:  @RoddMatsui  

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  • Milo Denison: @milodenison  
  • Kev Bamboo: @bmboo_creatives
Oct 16, 202101:33:08
Rip It Up: Living The Dream And The Impact of COVID-19 Lockdowns With Gabriel Piers-Mantell
Oct 04, 202101:40:60
The Fascinating Life of Richard Lyford and The Film 'As The Earth Turns' With Ed Hartman
Sep 28, 202157:46
Rip It Up: Drama School Delays &How We “see” With Our Brain ft. Emmeline Hartley

Rip It Up: Drama School Delays &How We “see” With Our Brain ft. Emmeline Hartley

In this episode of "Rip It Up," Milo and Kev are joined by actress  Emmeline Hartley to discuss, studying theatre remotely, how we view the  world, and we have a lot of laughs.   

Follow on Instagram at:  

Emmeline Hartley @EmmelineHartley 

Milo Denison: @milodenison  

Kev Bamboo: @bmboo_creatives

Sep 17, 202159:54
Rip It Up: Theatre, Music & Weird Food ft. Franchesa Kirkpatrick

Rip It Up: Theatre, Music & Weird Food ft. Franchesa Kirkpatrick

In this episode of "Rip It Up," Kev and Milo are joined by actress Franchesa Kirpatrick to discuss theatre and weird food. Franchesa performs two spoken word pieces for us to enjoy. 


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  • Franchesa Kirkpatrick @FranchesaPic
  • Milo Denison: @milodenison 
  • Kev Bamboo: @bmboo_creatives
Sep 07, 202101:10:20
Rip It Up: Solo Artist to Group, Performing with Anxiety & Me ft Josh Leverton

Rip It Up: Solo Artist to Group, Performing with Anxiety & Me ft Josh Leverton

In this episode of "Rip It Up," Kev and Milo are joined by musician Josh  Leverton to discuss dealing with anxiety when going out on stage for a  performance. Josh also plays a couple of songs for us to enjoy as well.

Follow on Instagram at:
Josh Leverton: @JoshLeverton1994
The Crimson Rays: @TheCrimsonRays
www.thecrimsonrays.com
Milo Denison: @milodenison
Kev Bamboo: @bmboo_creatives

Jun 15, 202101:10:59
Rip it Up: Giveaway Winner and Going Back To The Theatre
Jun 01, 202101:04:18
How to Do a Self-Tape Audition

How to Do a Self-Tape Audition

Self-tapes, love them or hate them, are here to stay. Seasoned actors  might be experts by now but for the newer actor here are a few tips to  get your next self-tape looking and sound as best as it can be. Or,  perhaps even useful for someone who has been doing it for a while and  looking to improve.

To watch the video with this tutorial: https://youtu.be/amNIIzfXx0o

May 22, 202113:14
Rip It Up: Canceling Dr. Seuss ft. Juanita Rea - Part 2

Rip It Up: Canceling Dr. Seuss ft. Juanita Rea - Part 2

In this episode of “Rip It Up,” Kev and Milo are joined by artist Juanita Rea, to discuss the recent cancelling of six Dr. Seuss titles by the publisher of the books. They also posed the question to the public in a survey and discuss the results. Juanita recites two of her mixed media poetry pieces for us. 

Note: This discussion went longer than usual, as there was a lot to say on the subject so we have broken it into two parts. 

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  • Juanita Rea @Juanita_Rea1 
  • Milo Denison @milodenison 
  • Kev Bamboo @bmboo_creatives
Apr 30, 202101:15:11
Rip It Up: Canceling Dr. Seuss Juanita Rea - Part 1

Rip It Up: Canceling Dr. Seuss Juanita Rea - Part 1

In this episode of “Rip It Up,” Kev and Milo are joined by artist  Juanita Rea, to discuss the recent cancelling of six Dr. Seuss titles by  the publisher of the books. They also posed the question to the public  in a survey and discuss the results. Juanita recites two of her mixed  media poetry pieces for us.   

Note: This discussion went longer than usual, as there was a lot to say  on the subject so we have broken it into two parts. Part two will be  released this Friday the 30th.  

Follow on Instagram at:  

  • Juanita Rea @Juanita_Rea1  
  • Milo Denison @milodenison  
  • Kev Bamboo @bmboo_creatives
Apr 25, 202155:36
Rip It Up: How Would You Feel If You Had To Change Your Name?

Rip It Up: How Would You Feel If You Had To Change Your Name?

In this episode of "Rip It Up," Kev and Milo are joined by musician Claire L. Shaw to discuss how they would feel if they had to change their name by choice or lack of choice. They also posed the question to the public in a survey and discuss the results. Claire also plays a couple of lovely songs for us. 


Follow on Instagram at:

  • Claire L. Shawl @clairelshawmusic
  • Milo Denison @milodenison 
  • Kev Bamboo @bmboo_creatives
Apr 03, 202101:07:32
Coronavirus Safety on a Film Set

Coronavirus Safety on a Film Set

In this episode, I walk to talk about some experiences I’ve had on film sets over the past few months when it comes to COVID-19 safety. From micro-budget sets to big-budget sets, we need to make sure we are being safe so as not to spread Coronavirus.

Mar 30, 202111:32
Rip It Up: How Would You Feel If Your Work Was Stolen?
Mar 20, 202101:14:42
Rip It Up: Can We Separate The Art From The Artist?
Mar 16, 202101:29:22
Season 3: State of The Podcast Update

Season 3: State of The Podcast Update

An update on some upcoming changes to the format of the podcast for Season 3


Mar 11, 202105:01
 Martial Arts and Opera With Chelsea Marie Cecelia Marlowe
Mar 09, 202139:24
Dance and Podcasting With Vince Williams
Mar 02, 202138:09
The Ups and Downs of Voice Over Work With Jason Henry

The Ups and Downs of Voice Over Work With Jason Henry

This week I speak with Jason Henry. Jason is a Chicago based actor and voice-over artist. We discuss how SAG_AFTRA membership doesn't necessarily mean you will suddenly be working regularly on high-paying gigs. We also spend most of our time swapping stories about shows and movies we enjoy, performances from great actors, and voice-over. 

Feb 23, 202141:06
Show Promo: The 80s and 90s Uncensored
Feb 20, 202100:59
Best Practices with Laurisha Yniguez
Feb 16, 202127:29
Family to Film With Amie Kieffer
Feb 09, 202136:40