Cielo Vision

Listen to newly released clips as we take a look back in this Mixed Bag episode for Season 2. There might be some good life advice, and there might also be time for silly questions in the mix! You never know what topics will come up on all of these different episodes. Hear from a singing wench, a hobbyist, a great grandmother, a financier, an EMT, a stage performer, a singer, a screenwriter, a Nic...

Title : Adriana Sturdevant Summary : Adriana Sturdevant’s career spans various mediums including stage (when she was a tween), television, film, and print. She is also known for her work in commercials, industrials, and being on posters at the DC Metro stations. Adriana recalls her initial acting gig was on the set of Jack Ryan, where she learned the ropes and networked with other industry profess...

Title : Jesse Milliner Summary : Jesse Milliner is a talented actor who trained at the prestigious Royal Academy of Dramatic Art. He has appeared in various stage productions, including Hamlet, Taming of the Shrew, Lake Boat, and From Prison To Stage. He has also starred in films such as There Is a Monster and has worked on popular TV shows like We Own This City. Jesse's dedication to his craf...

Title: Lisa Sponaugle Summary: Lisa Sponaugle is a seasoned actress and model who has worked on various projects ranging from commercials for Geico and FedEx, to independent films such as "In the Blood." Lisa's experience extends to theater and stage readings, demonstrating her versatility as an artist. Additionally, she leverages her skills as a standardized patient at Johns Hopkins...

Title: Dan Verkman Summary: Dan Verkman began his career as a Bill Maher impersonator, and then transitioned into stand-up comedy. Dan then appeared in various films, tv shows, and commercials. With a passion for entertaining and a knack for storytelling, Dan has expanded his creative endeavors into screenwriting, creating the successful short film "Leaf Me Alone." Dan discusses his favo...

Title: Steven Soto Summary: Steven Soto wears many hats in the fields of acting, singing, and writing. Steven is of Caribbean descent, being half Cuban and half Puerto Rican, which greatly influences his cultural background and artistic pursuits. He received his training at the National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts, where he honed his skills in both theater and film. Steven is known for his patie...

Title: Dawn Douglas Summary: Actress Dawn Douglas is a multi-faceted individual with a background in Fine Arts. She transitioned into acting after being encouraged by a fellow actor who happened to live along her mail delivery route. Her first job was on the TV show Homicide. Dawn has worked in various TV shows , films, and theater, including Marvel's Luke Cage, The Wire, and the Tony Awards....

Title: Jon Patrick Leary Summary: Actor Jon Patrick Leary shares with us a diverse range of life experiences and adventures. He has worked as an actor, model, surveyor, FedEx driver, and realtor. From getting arrested in his youth to working on the Chesapeake Bay Bridge, Jon's stories are filled with mischief, humor, and valuable life lessons. He has a passion for old cars and vintage motorcyc...

Title: Loretta Burnette Summary: Vocalist Loretta Burnette has a passion for performing. She has entertained audiences in various venues including Nashville, Virginia Beach, Vegas, Atlanta, and Jamaica. She sings with two bands, Special Edition and the Original Moonlighters, covering songs from fan favorites, such as Motown. When she sings on her own, she likes to do a little bit of everything, wh...

Title: Scott Swope Summary: Actor Scott Swope has a background in musical theater, having participated in various plays during his youth. Although he never pursued a career in singing, his experiences on stage stayed with him for the rest of his life. He shares how theater and his involvement in sports helped him develop confidence in front of a crowd. He has appeared in various projects, includin...

Title: Kathy Wargo Summary: Actress Kathy Wargo is a multi-talented individual who has had a diverse career spanning various industries. She was a ward clerk at a hospital in a NICU unit, which she describes as one of the best jobs she's ever had. Kathy then transitioned into coding and worked on several projects, including NASA. She then ran her own company for a period of time. In addition t...

Title: Alejandro Chamorro Summary: Actor Alejandro Chamorro became a filmmaker because storytelling is a part of his family’s legacy. He discusses his unique process of writing out his story ideas as they come to him, and how he casts actors for his films almost at the same time. With his quick pace of bringing his stories from page to screen, he ensures that he won’t lose any momentum. He emphasi...

Title: Kimia’ Workman Summary: Actress Kimia Workman is a multi-talented filmmaker and musical artist. She started at a very young age studying tap, jazz, ballet, and modern dance. Kimia' also played the clarinet and made appearances in fashion shows during her school years. She went on to study and work in broadcast journalism, but then transitioned to producing her own content. She is comfor...

Title: W. Keith Scott   Summary: W. Keith Scott is a retired Sergeant Major in the United States Army, and a prolific actor. He is drawn to faith-based projects and believes in the importance of being involved in more of those types of films. He discusses having a mission in life, and faith-based films can serve as a ministry and a way to give back to the community. He emphasizes the importance of...

Title: Leslie Barnett Summary:  Actress Leslie Barnett discusses her experiences in theater, her love for character work, and the importance of storytelling in healing. She shares her techniques for memorization and choosing monologues, as well as her admiration for actors like Chadwick Boseman and Viola Davis. Leslie also talks about her work as a teacher's assistant in an Autism program and...

Title: Matt Oyler Summary:  Filmmaker Matt Oyler is a screenwriter and director who has experience working on various film sets as a set medic. He was trained to be on Emergency Medical Services teams. He turned a paramedic school assignment into a feature length manuscript for a film. He discusses do-it-yourself filmmaking and the creative solutions he and his team came up with during pre-product...

Title: Andre Pearson Summary:  Actor Andre Pearson is based out of the DMV and has appeared in approximately two hundred commercials. His work includes theater, short films, student films, feature films, and television. He gives advice on building a good resume, getting a professional headshot, and having a management team that works well with actor preferences and availability. He gets real and t...

Title: Mary Suib   Summary:  Actress Mary Suib has been very creative since her early childhood. She has studied ballet and theater, and has worked with notable figures in the industry from the United States and from Europe. She has a spirit of adventure and a passion for immersing herself into different characters and different worlds. Her favorite type of work among voice over, film, or stage is...

Title: Brandon Hoover Summary:  Actor Brandon Hoover quit his day job without having another one lined up, so he got into acting. From being an extra on House of Cards to doing indie films and commercials, Brandon has relied on creativity to get him through tough times. His theater class in college came in handy, because he has also done stage work. He had a near death experience, yet went ahead w...

Title: Eliza Kelley Summary:  Actress Eliza Kelley started acting at a very young age and has since pursued her love for the craft. She has performed in various theatre productions and has been on the big screen and small screen. She shares her experiences with auditions, which she has done from both the acting side and the casting side. Her passions and skills extend to learning new languages and...

Season 2 of the Cielo Vision podcast will include lots of fun guests plus pretty insane stories in front and behind the camera. Follow along as actors and filmmakers tell us about their experiences, good and bad, in the entertainment industry. The new season will start on the first week of January, with episodes available every other Friday.

There is always too little time when you enjoy talking with friends. In this mixed bag episode, we have more nuggets of wisdom not previously aired on any of the prior episodes. Hear once again from Frank James, Dahn Maria Gomez, John Witt, Harvey Roberts, Justin Sisk, and Betsy Chapman as they offer more insights into the entertainment industry. Please tune in for Season Two coming soon on this s...

Episode 19 Title: Sylvia Louwers Summary:  Actress Sylvia Louwers is originally from New Zealand, where she discovered her passion for the arts and booked her first background role. She has acted on stage and in indie productions, and now has vast experience as a stage manager and as a brand ambassador. She is also a talented musician and plays the dulcimer. Sylvia is involved in volunteer work, i...

Episode 18 Title: Chris Wargo Summary:  Actor Chris Wargo has worked for a campus radio station, a power company, worldwide communications companies, small businesses, and is even an equestrian. Despite all of the demands on his time, he makes sure to complete the items on his honey do list. His honey is the one who got him into the world of acting, and once he was on a set, he knew he wanted more...

Episode 17 Title: Megan Poppy Summary: Makeup artist Megan Poppy began her career in retail, but wanted something more than focusing on sales for the rest of her life. Doing makeup for tv shows, films, music videos, and ads provided the creative outlet that she had been craving since she was little. Her creativity extends to on-camera work as an actress, a hand model, and she has done voiceover wo...