Let's talk about Verticals

I sat down with Chris Quartuccio @chris.quartuccio for a lovely chat about his journey into acting, his love of music and Christmas, and the roles he’d love to explore next. And of course, we had plenty to talk about when it comes to the world of verticals! ☕🎙️✨ You might know Chris Quartuccio as the sweet, lovey-dovey romantic lead — but he would love the chance to show you what else he can do!...

🎙️🐺 Werewolves, writing, and a little murder mystery… Griffin Blazi @griffin.blazi joins me for this episode! Griffin takes a break from the screen to sit down with me and explore the world of verticals, the writing behind them, and the fresh storylines we’d love to see next! 🎬✍️ 🐺 I’m starting to think Griffin might have played more werewolves than anyone else in the vertical space! But why do...

You might know him from his cosplay creations or as “Lucifer” on Instagram — but how did Jennings Brower go from studying finance and cheerleading to acting? 🎭📚 In this episode of Let’s Talk About Verticals, Jennings shares his journey and how, shortly after graduating, he realised the world of finance wasn’t really where he belonged. He also explains why he considers himself a “superhero in tra...

What makes a strong supporting character so memorable? And why can playing a supporting role sometimes be even more fun than being the lead? 🤔 In this episode of Let's Talk About Verticals, I'm joined by the wonderful Sean McHugh @seanstar75 for a fun conversation about acting, set experiences, unexpected friendships, and life in the vertical drama world! 🎙️✨ 🎭 Sean often plays strong supportin...

After talking about Nate W. Smith @natewsmith_ and several of his verticals in our Monthly Recaps, I finally get to sit down with him for a conversation of our own! We talk about Call Me Your Boy - the music, Nate’s singing performance, his musical background, and what he enjoyed most about stepping into that role. 🎶 Nate’s first experiences in the vertical world were full of fantasy. The first p...

Welcome on Let’s Talk About Verticals: Moriah Boone @moriahnboone From dogs to dream filming locations, cultural differences to on-screen chemistry—Moriah and I have plenty to talk about, and quite a few things in common! 🐶🎬 Moriah shares her experiences filming Verticals in China and how working across cultures made her realise there are things she needs to be particularly mindful of as a woman...

🎙️ What happens when a job you almost turned down becomes an experience you’re grateful for? In this episode of Let’s Talk About Verticals, I sit down with Noah Andre @noahandre_ to talk about acting, music, faith, and the routines that help him prepare for a day on set. Noah shares why he initially had little interest in filming Verticals—and how his new representation led him to accept his first...

🎬 Action, Stunts & Safety — with Eric Van Arsdale What does it take to make action look convincing while keeping the people performing it safe? And why does even an on-screen slap need practice? 👀 In this episode of Let’s Talk About Verticals, I’m joined by Stunt & Safety Coordinator Eric Van Arsdale, whose experience includes stunt work on Captain Marvel, Thor: Love and Thunder, Westwor...

With our September recap, we’re officially wrapping up the Vertical Summer 2026! ☀️🎬  This month, we also talk a lot about the new app aTwist @atwistofficial , the new genres we’ve seen, and our excitement for the Christmas Vertical productions we’re hoping will soon get underway for this year! 🎄✨ Which performances made our hearts beat faster? Which pairings had that special spark? And wh...

Actress Christine Havens @christinemariehavens joins me to talk about her journey into acting, the wonderfully unpredictable world of vertical dramas, and the stories she hopes to tell next. 🎬✨ Christine’s introduction to verticals happened in 2023, when she arrived on set for a banquet scene and noticed something unusual: the camera was turned sideways. One conversation with a fellow actress la...

Faith Orta has been part of the vertical world for quite some time and has already had the chance to step into many very different characters. But some roles have stayed with her longer than she ever expected. In this episode, Faith opens up about her first experiences playing villains – characters whose behavior and sometimes incredibly hurtful words were so far removed from who Faith is as a per...

What happens when a classically trained pianist suddenly finds herself thrown into the crazy world of Verticals — as the LEAD? This week I’m joined by the wonderful Hanna Kemp for a conversation about music, acting, unexpected opportunities, life goals and the things we would both love to see change in the Vertical industry. Music has been part of Hanna’s life since she was little. Classically tra...

🎙️ Do you want to meet quite possibly the coolest guy ever? Then you should definitely tune in to this episode with the wonderful Ryan Jacobucci! 😎 @ryanjacobucci The New York-based actor—and his adorable dog Leeloo 🐾—joined me online for a wonderfully entertaining conversation about his journey as an actor, his love for theater 🎭, and the many different experiences that have shaped his career....

What happens when the man you’ve seen play so many villains is ready to be the good guy for a change? 😏❤️ In this new episode I’m joined by actor Liam Silbernagel @liam.silbernagel for a wonderful conversation about his experiences on set and in the world of Verticals. We talk about the roles he’s played, the stories we keep seeing, and why we’d both love to see more good in this format. Banquet...

⚠️ TRIGGER WARNING / CONTENT NOTE: This episode includes open and personal conversations about burnout, fear of failure, performance pressure, emotionally demanding and violent storylines, and the impact these experiences can have on an actor’s mental well-being. We also talk about self-love, self-respect, and finding healthier, more mindful ways to move through life. Please listen with care and t...

What turns a good idea into a truly captivating story — and how do you create real depth in a format built around speed, hooks, and cliffhangers? ✍️🎬 In this episode, I’m joined by screenwriter, director, producer, and bestselling author Isabel Dréan. Isabel’s fascinating journey has taken her from horror and psychological thrillers to Christmas movies 🎄and ultimately into the fast-growing world...

Actress, dancer, model — and equally at home playing the leading lady or the villain: Aislinn Evans joins me for a wonderfully honest, entertaining, and slightly chaotic conversation about life in the Vertical world. 🎬✨ After beginning her professional journey as a dancer and model, Aislinn discovered acting — and quickly found her place in Vertical dramas. Since then, she has stepped into a wid...

From the theatre stages of Kansas to film sets in Los Angeles — Eric Lutz has always been driven by one essential thing: a vision. ✨🎭🎬 Born and raised in Kansas, Eric discovered his love for acting while studying theatre at Kansas State University. Today, he works as an actor, voice actor, and model and has appeared in traditional film and television productions, including a recurring co-star r...

It’s time for our 12th Monthly Recap — and this one is extra special! We’re celebrating not only one year of Let’s Talk About Verticals, but also one full year of our Monthly Recaps with the ladies! What better way to mark this double anniversary than by getting together once again to look back at everything that happened in the Vertical world throughout August? Alongside our familiar monthly cate...

🎙️ In this episode of Let’s Talk About Verticals, I’m joined by actress and fellow dog mom Ali Hamilton! @aliraehamilton Born in South Bend, Indiana, and raised primarily in Cleveland, Ohio, Ali studied at Ohio University before moving to Los Angeles to pursue acting. There, she completed a two-year Meisner Technique and Scene Study program and went on to work in commercials, short films, feature...

🎙️ In this episode of Let’s Talk About Verticals , I’m joined by actor Jason Caceres — one of the true veterans of the Vertical Space, with more than 100 vertical productions already under his belt! 🤯🎬 Born and raised in Miami as the son of Cuban immigrants, Jason discovered acting at a young age. What initially began as a way for a shy child to come out of his shell eventually developed into a...

🎙️ In this episode of Let’s Talk About Verticals, I’m joined by the wonderfully talented Thresa Richardson @thresa_richardson — actress, writer, producer, director and the newly crowned “Matriarch of the Year 2025.” 👑✨ Thresa is a true multi-hyphenate whose creative journey has taken many fascinating turns. Before audiences came to know and love her in front of the camera, she was a classically...

🎙️ In this episode of Let’s Talk About Verticals , I’m joined by actress and producer Lawson Greyson ! Originally from Flagstaff, Arizona, Lawson grew up as a competitive gymnast and dancer before discovering acting at the age of seventeen. Only one year later, she took the leap and moved to Los Angeles to pursue her dream. Since then, she has built an impressive career across traditional film, te...

🎙️✨ In this episode, I’m joined by the wonderful Buzz Leer — a Los Angeles–based SAG-AFTRA actor, model, host, voice-over artist, and the creator and host of The Vertical Buzz . 🎬🎧 Buzz shares how he first found his way into acting, why he decided to put his creative career on hold for a while to focus on his family, and how his professional journey led him into the world of sales. But some pas...

🎬✨ What happens when creativity, humanity, and a passion for meaningful storytelling meet an entirely new way of producing and experiencing film? In this episode, I’m joined by award-winning screenwriter, director, and producer Salvador Paskowitz — co-writer of the acclaimed feature film The Age of Adaline , director of The Big Everything , and producer of Justin Chon’s Ms. Purple . Throughout h...