Creative Risk

We all know what it's like to work with sh**ty people, but might WE actually be the sh**ty ones? In this episode the boys talk about collaboration, tackling everything from the importance of defining clear responsibilities to dealing with bad collaborators. They kiki on their own personal experiences working with not great people (a lot of tea, henny) and dish out tips on effective communicat...

We have a dear friend and legitimate LEGEND on the pod! E. Clayton Cornelious joins us! A Tony nominated investor/producer and a 25-year Broadway veteran, who has appeared in over 10 Broadway shows! Currently producing The Who's Tommy and Spamalot on Broadway and coming off starring on the Ain't Too Proud tour, E. Clay is a truly fierce multi-hyphenate and entrepreneur. We talk about his...

These boys went to one of the best acting conservatories in the world (according to some very "important" industry lists). However, these world-class institutions may not be all they're cracked up to be! In this episode they discuss various topics related to the pros and cons of choosing a conservatory over a liberal arts program, including some memorable school moments, quality of...

The most searched for word of 2023 was "authenticity" and it makes sense. The boys talk about this elusive yet loaded topic and how the connotations around it can often hinder and stunt an actor's business. It's a spicy episode, full of hot takes, disagreements and stimulating (sexy) conversation Join our Patreon for ad-free early access to episodes, exclusive discounts, weekly...

It's Oscar time! And although no one watches this strange and bloated event anymore we thought it'd be fun to give our take on what we believe should win and what we believe will win. You're gonna wanna watch somewhere cool because there are A LOT of hot takes in this one: from the boys take on Kengate, the overhype of Lily Gladstone and the problem with artsy fartsy foreign movies....

Dive deep with the boys in this thought-provoking episode. As the traditional Hollywood landscape devolves into a hellscape, they advocate for fixating  not on your headshots or mediocre representation, but of a direct connection with your fanbase. In addition to dissecting this very powerful asset, they contemplate the prospect of homeownership with Mike (keep a puke bucket handy!), reflect on wh...

It's tax time, b**ches! We're not gonna say that "It doesn't have to be complicated," because IT IS. Especially for us actors and artists. THat's why we have our dear friend, actor and tax preparer, Farrell Parker on the show of Artist Tax Prep to get down and dirty with it and most importantly make it accessible and understandable for you. We'll bust some big mi...

In this latest episode, the boys have on casting director Amanda Lenker-Doyle (Black-ish, Fuller House) who is *also* a producer and metalsmith. She has a unique perspective and gets real about the current state of the industry—from the highs and lows of her own career, to the rarely spoken of lack of job security casting is facing as well as what a post-strike / post-pandemic future looks like fo...

In the final episode of 2023, Joshua and Mike delve into where an actor’s journey really needs to begin: goal setting. Surprisingly, many actors neglect setting goals for the future so the boys passionately make the case for the significance of goal-setting and share insights on how to make 2024 the year you elevate your creative business. More specifically, how to review this past year in order t...

HO HO HO! In this special holiday episode Mike and Joshua get out of the transactional nature of networking and discuss the value of "community cultivation." We all know the importance of relationships and yet cultivating those relationships can still feel elusive at times (maybe a bit slimy?) However, the holidays are one of the best and most effective times to make GENUINE connections....

We’re thrilled to welcome our first guest to the show, the incredible multi-hyphenate, Actor / Writer Nick Blaemire. A dynamic example of a true creative entrepreneur, Joshua and Mike honestly only scratch the surface of Nick’s already prolific career including the notorious musical (Glory Days) he penned at 18 which opened and closed on Broadway in the same night, navigating the wack-ness of the...

Oh, the fragile egos of actors. They help us and sometimes they hurt us! In this episode, two standalone mighty egos unto themselves explore confidence, insecurities and everything in-between all the while breaking down Mike’s late night post-show sweaty ice cream ritual and Joshua’s semi-psychopathic tendencies. From audition faux pas to dealing with constant rejection to how we treat our peers,...

Don’t let someone tell you when you’re allowed to be creative. Seriously. Actors know that making their own work is the way of the future, however, for those who still hold on to the idea of being 'interpretive artists only,' this episode is a must-listen. You’ll wake up with the boys (they literally recorded this at 9 AM on a Sunday), hear about Joshua’s worries about rat poop on top of...

Buckle up for this wild episode all about “type” and what bullish*t it is. Mike and Joshua break down this controversial topic but don't worry, they'll plead for your forgiveness every step of the way (seriously, please don't cancel them). In addition to literally fending off Joshua's closeted neighbor during the time of recording, the boys get into where “type" falls dras...

“Money makes the world go ‘round, the world ‘round, the world go ‘round” (a la Joel Grey). In this episode of Creative Risk, Mike and Joshua talk through a key factor that often takes actors out of the game: MONEY (or the lack thereof). Whether it’s picking up the tab for the $52 lunch with your manager or buying a house and supporting a family, it’s the bane of many an artist's existence. Wh...

Hollywood studio heads and titans of industry Bob Iger and David Zaslav join this episode of “Creative Risk". WE ARE NOT WORTHY! Once those asshats leave, Mike and Joshua break down the fumbles made throughout this strike...on both sides (don't @ us, we are NOT ant-union!) and dispel the bulls**t notion that there is nothing actors can be doing during the strike. Tune in to consider some...

Yoooo! It’s our debut episode! A year in the making and we finally did it. In this episode, workaday actors Mike Labbadia and Joshua Morgan break down the dual nature of the working actor's most crucial asset and worst enemy: their mindset. Analyzing their fat faces and rehashing that time Joshua had a warrant out for his arrest are all part of Episode 1 of “Creative Risk”. (Potentially) more...