Feel the pulse of innovation as I, Marie Finch, sit down with TXVX, the trailblazing music artist whose journey from Portland to Los Angeles is a symphony of resilience and raw talent. TXVX lifts the veil on her life as a multifaceted artist, from her Broadway-inspired roots to the eclectic symphony of rock, opera, and gospel that informs her soulful electronic compositions. With her debut album "Raining Roses" blooming on the horizon, TXVX's narrative is a masterclass in genre fusion, revealing how the authenticity of live instrumentation harmonizes with the digital realm to craft her signature sound.As we bid farewell to the year and look forward to the fresh chapters awaiting us, we celebrate the unstoppable force of creators like TXVX. Her story weaves through the challenges of underrepresentation and the additional hurdles faced by female producers in the industry, yet it remains a testament to the enduring power of self-belief and kindness. Join us in this heartfelt reflection on the importance of nurturing personal growth, embracing the diversity of success, and anticipating the emotional voyage that "Raining Roses" promises. Here's to the stories, the magic, and the music that continue to inspire us all.Follow and listen to TXVX On Spotify and Apple MusicTXVX Instagram https://www.instagram.com/txvxtxvxtxvx/TXVX TikTok    https://www.tiktok.com/@txvx_musicTXVX Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjmE-TAh4dIQ9OxlfoXR6AHOST MARIE FINCH: https://www.instagram.com/theofficial...Thank you and check out our YouTube Channel to watch the episode @Up and Comers of Hollywood YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@upandcomershollywoodTwitter: https://twitter.com/upandcomers213TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@upcomersofhollywoINSTAGRAM: ...

Picture the bright lights of Hollywood. Now imagine navigating this world as a rising actor, balancing the glamour with the grit, and the triumphs with the trials. That's the life our guest, Alikhan Lochin, a recent graduate from USC's School of Drama, shares with us. He takes us on an intimate journey from his formative years on stage to his adventures in LA. Alikhan also sheds light on the importance of celebrating the richness of African-American history by playing the Soldier and Jazz Musician in the successful  revival "Harlem South: a View Through the Lens" during the 1920s.Los Angeles, famed for its clear skies and smoggy silhouettes, is a city of contrasts. Alikhan offers a candid glimpse into this city that's home to Hollywood, sharing his raw encounters with the industry's light and dark sides. He enlightens us on the power of networking, the importance of flexibility, and the balance between his social life and work. He also opens up about his music career as a DJ for Kehlani and Zendaya and the significance of inner peace amidst the glamour and drama.We wrap up this insightful conversation with Alikhan sharing invaluable advice for aspiring actors. His emphasis on self-confidence, preparedness, and respecting everyone in the industry offers a roadmap for navigating Hollywood. He also delves deep into the significance of intuition, body language, and diet in identifying genuine intentions. Alikhan urges us to embrace our stories and experiences, reminding us that each success, no matter how small, is worth celebrating. Join us for this enlightening conversation and prepare to see Hollywood through a new lens!IMDB:  https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6710221/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/@a51OaklandHOST MARIE FINCH: https://www.instagram.com/theofficial...Thank you and check out our YouTube Channel to watch the episode @Up and Comers of Hollywood YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@upandcomershollywoodTwitter: https://twitter.com/upandcomers213TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@upcomersofhollywoINSTAGRAM: ...

Meet Richard!Actor, producer, director, writer, known for his versatility, dedication and wide range as an actor, Richard Ryan is the founder of Ox Films, most widely recognized in the role of Joseph Markham in Art of Deception. However, his role of Brad Jenkins in Fortune 500 Man also looms large in his filmography. He has produced 30 films and his own music.Richard will share with us all the tips that he uses to get his films seen.Check out his films through his website: Ox Films Website:⁠https://oxfilms.us/⁠IMDB:⁠https://pro.imdb.com/name/nm2737097/⁠ INSTAGRAM: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/richardryan7/⁠HOST MARIE FINCH: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/theofficial...⁠ Thank you and check out our YouTube Channel to watch the episode @ Up and Comers of Hollywood YouTube Channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@upandcomershollywood⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/upandcomers213⁠ TikTok: @upandcomersofhollywoodHOST MARIE FINCH: https://www.instagram.com/theofficial...Thank you and check out our YouTube Channel to watch the episode @Up and Comers of Hollywood YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@upandcomershollywoodTwitter: https://twitter.com/upandcomers213TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@upcomersofhollywoINSTAGRAM: ...

Kathy Kolla is an award-winning director, actress ,screenwriter, Owner/Director of Cola Kat Productions based in Los Angeles. She has had roles on television series including Exit Strategy (2006), City on Fire (2003) and Girlfriends (2006). Plastic Daydream (2018) starring Shari Belafonte, which Kolla co-wrote and directed, as well as a PSA featuring singer Johnny Mathis for the Nat King Cole Generation Hope charity are just a few of her many projects.  Kathy believes in supporting other women and an advocate for many social issues including ageism.PLASTIC DAYDREAM MOVIE starring Shari BelafonteKathy received a Best Director Awardhttps://www.imdb.com/video/vi17419968...IMDB:https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2179442/FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/KathyKolla/TWITTER: https://twitter.com/kathykolla?lang=enINSTAGRAM: HOST MARIE FINCH: https://www.instagram.com/theofficial...Thank you and check out our YouTube Channel to watch the episode @Up and Comers of Hollywood YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@upandcomershollywoodTwitter: https://twitter.com/upandcomers213TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@upcomersofhollywoINSTAGRAM: ...

Show NotesIn this episode of "Up and Comers of Hollywood", host Marie Finch interviews award-winning actress, writer, and producer, Destiny Faith Nilsen. Destiny shares her journey in the entertainment industry, including her struggles, perseverance, and how she uses her past in her acting and writing. She discusses her experiences in acting as a child, her move to Los Angeles, and her work in indie films. Destiny also talks about her volunteer work, her hobbies outside of acting, her dream roles, and offers advice for aspiring actors. She emphasizes the importance of self-care, self-confidence, and finding fulfillment outside of one's career.ChaptersGrowing up all over the place[00:01:23]Destiny talks about her upbringing, moving from place to place, and the challenges of adapting to different communities and lifestyles.Getting involved in acting [00:02:51]Destiny shares how she got into acting as a child through modeling and competitions, and how her passion for acting grew in high school.Overcoming challenges and persevering [00:05:58]Destiny discusses the tough times she faced, including experiencing homelessness and having to work at a young age, and how she never gave up on her dream of acting.The journey of writing and acting[00:08:10]Destiny discusses how she started writing as a child and how she began acting professionally before focusing on writing her own projects.Writing and directing her own project[00:09:24]Destiny talks about her decision to write, produce, and direct her own short film called "The Trap" based on a true story from her own life.Acting and directing dilemma[00:10:24]Destiny shares her initial desire to star in her own film but ultimately decides to focus on screenwriting and directing, putting her passion for storytelling first.The journey to Los Angeles [00:16:10]Destiny discusses her decision to move to Los Angeles, the challenges she faced, and the opportunities that came her way during the pandemic.Booking her first national commercial[00:18:35]Destiny shares the story of booking her first national union commercial in her first week living in Los Angeles and how it affHOST MARIE FINCH: https://www.instagram.com/theofficial...Thank you and check out our YouTube Channel to watch the episode @Up and Comers of Hollywood YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@upandcomershollywoodTwitter: https://twitter.com/upandcomers213TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@upcomersofhollywoINSTAGRAM: ...

Meet Lia!Lia Asher is a successful actor and talented voiceover talent who speaks many different languages, accents and dialects. Her voice can be heard all over the world in commercials and speaking Hebrew in the app, “Toddler Puzzle Shapes.”  She can also be seen in many of commercials, TV and film.  Her most notable role was for the lead in an independent film called, “Chance.”  Lia will share how to get started in the voiceover business and what drew her to that field. Her journey has taken her to other parts of the world to eventually bring her to Los Angeles.  Lia offers great tips and information for any wanting to break into the business.  For fun,  I even discuss my own recent auction fopaux.Lia's website: ⁠https://www.liaasher.com/⁠IMDB:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3990326/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/liaash/⁠IMDB: Imdb.me/mariefinchactressHOST MARIE FINCH: https://www.instagram.com/theofficial...Thank you and check out our YouTube Channel to watch the episode @Up and Comers of Hollywood YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@upandcomershollywoodTwitter: https://twitter.com/upandcomers213TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@upcomersofhollywoINSTAGRAM: ...

Meet JJ!    Juan Jose Dubon, known as JJ Dubon, is an audacious, multi-talented, bilingual actor, dancer, host, voice-over talent, print and parts/body double model. JJ has been a principal dancer/actor in music videos for various artists, including Miley Cyrus (Start All Over and Can't Be Tamed), Samantha Jade (Secret), and Stefy (Hey, School Boy). To date, JJ has appeared in 200 national commercials. You may have seen his work for such clients as Apple, Samsung, Diet Coke, Toyota, Honda, Lexus, AT&T, El Pollo Loco, Popeye's, Taco Bell, McDonald's, and Burger King, among others. He is also known for being a body double for internationally renowned Latin pop artist Ricky Martin (hands). Born in Los Angeles and raised by Californian parents of Guatemalan descent. JJ attended Palisades Charter High School. Upon graduating from one of the largest and most comprehensive public high schools in the nation, JJ joined the ranks of alumni along with notable figures such as Will.I.Am, J.J. Abrams, Steve Kerr, Kiki Vandeweghe, Forest Whitaker, Jennifer Jason Lee, Michael Trope, Katey Segal, and more.Listen to his Confessions on his way up in Hollywood   IMDB:  ⁠ imdb.me/JJDUBON⁠INSTAGRAM: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thelatinohand/⁠HAND KIT ITEMS BY JJ- small and large nail clippers- side clipper optional- 5 emery boards- alcohol to sanitize- cotton balls with non leaving fibers- cuticle cream- gloves x 1 back and 1 white- ballet slipper/light natural pink- strengthening nail polish- hand cream- vaseline- talc powder- blemish makeup matching your tone and a plus for one lighter tone- Nail tech on call #- white crayon for nails- 2 wash towels- small backpackHOST MARIE FINCH: https://www.instagram.com/theofficial...Thank you and check out our YouTube Channel to watch the episode @Up and Comers of Hollywood YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@upandcomershollywoodTwitter: https://twitter.com/upandcomers213TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@upcomersofhollywoINSTAGRAM: ...

Meet Lisa Marie!!Lisa Marie is an American actress and is known for her roles on ABC’s sitcom, Dr. Ken and Lifetime’s Stalked By My Doctor, and most recently NCIS.  She was recently featured as one of the top 12 finalists for the Ya Tu Sabes Monologue Slam presented by NBC. Lisa Marie also produces and writes her own sketches, memes and more! Follow her on Instagram/ Tik Tok at LisaMarie.tv  Her comedic timing, dancing skills, and acting abilities makes her a sought after up and comer of Hollywood.WEBSITE: https://lisamarie.tv/IMDB:  https://lisamarie.tv/HOST MARIE FINCH: https://www.instagram.com/theofficial...Thank you and check out our YouTube Channel to watch the episode @Up and Comers of Hollywood YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@upandcomershollywoodTwitter: https://twitter.com/upandcomers213TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@upcomersofhollywoINSTAGRAM: ...

Join Host Marie Finch for informative and inspiring interviews that will go behind the scenes to unmask the mystery of entertainment industry's Up and Comers as they tell their stories, share their journeys, confess their challenges and celebrate their successes.   Listen in on Rod Robert's unique and exciting journey from a business owner to Fashion Photographer to a Director, Writer and Executive Producer.Rod Roberts is a Director, Writer, Executive Producer and President/Executive of Union Mint Films who's professional film career began as the owner of a casting/talent agency in Dubai, UAE.  He spent the next six years working on feature films, shorts, and commercials in locations such as Sydney, Rio De Janeiro, Mexico City, Hong Kong, Johannesburg, London, and Paris.Rod returned to the United States to focus on directing and producing feature films. Since his return Rod has directed features, shorts, and documentaries for theatrical release, television, and streaming services. He has directed for LifeTime and Hallmark.Rod's Production Companywww.unionmint.comwww.instagram.com/therodrobertsWritten on my Skin (Short Film) - Amazon Primehttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B079P6D4CS/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_rHOST MARIE FINCH: https://www.instagram.com/theofficial...Thank you and check out our YouTube Channel to watch the episode @Up and Comers of Hollywood YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@upandcomershollywoodTwitter: https://twitter.com/upandcomers213TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@upcomersofhollywoINSTAGRAM: ...

Informative and inspiring bi-weekly interviews by Host Marie Finch with UP & Comers of Hollywood who tell their stories, share their journeys, confess their challenges and celebrate their success while unmasking career paths in the entertainment industry.WATCH THE RECORDED VIDEO OF THE INTERVIEW AT https://www.youtube.com/@upandcomershollywoodEpisode #2.  UP & COMER Jessica HuertaMeet Jessica! Jessica Huerta is owner and founder of Madame Black Designs.  She is  a member of IATSE Costume Designers Guild 892 where she works as an Assistant Costume Designer and Motion Picture Costumers Local 705 where she serves as a Costumer. Throughout her career, she has designed for well-known artists and personalities, including Quavo-Huncho, Alice Cooper, Usher, Empire of the Sun, Coldplay, Cirque du Soleil's Ekaterina Pirogovskaya, Nikki Reed, Gillian Jacobs, Tyga, Walle, Trey Songz, Alexandra Breckenridge, Lil Kim, Lindsey Stirling, Crazy Horse Paris's Lada Nikolska. Jessica also contributed to the incredible costumes seen on Westworld, Interrogation, The World According to Jeff Goldblum, Station 19, Seal Team, Masters of Sex, Lucha Underground, and other popular shows.  Always looking to push the boundaries of edgy character design, Jessica continues to welcome new opportunities that allow her to contribute on projects big and small while showcasing her talents in a wide variety of mediums.MADAME BLACK DESIGNS    https://www.madameblackdesigns.comIMDB https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5342653/bio/?ref_=nm_ql_1INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/costume_designer_jhuerta/HOST MARIE FINCH: https://www.instagram.com/theofficial...Thank you and check out our YouTube Channel to watch the episode @Up and Comers of Hollywood YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@upandcomershollywoodTwitter: https://twitter.com/upandcomers213TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@upcomersofhollywoINSTAGRAM: ...

Find out how Jake landed in Los Angeles from the East Coast to pursue his dream as an actor and producer.  He shares his experiences with working with Robert DeNiro and Tommy Lee Jones in the movie Comeback Trail and producing a movie in the works with Al Pacino.  Was acting his first love?  What did it take for him to continue?  Find out in our first episode.Jake is slated to Co-Executive produce Shakespeare's King Lear, starring Al Pacino. He acted alongside Robert De Niro, Morgan Freeman and Tommy Lee Jones in The Comeback Trail soon to be shown on Netflix.  His film "Tribes" qualified for an Oscar last year as well.IMDB:⁠imdb.me/jakehunter⁠TWITTER: twitter.com/JakelhunterINSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/jakehunterofficial/TIKTOK: www.tiktok.com/@jakehunterofficial?lang=enYouTube Channel:  ⁠youtu.be/OQ6JqacEbgkHOST MARIE FINCH: https://www.instagram.com/theofficial...Thank you and check out our YouTube Channel to watch the episode @Up and Comers of Hollywood YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@upandcomershollywoodTwitter: https://twitter.com/upandcomers213TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@upcomersofhollywoINSTAGRAM: ...