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Nia Vardalos gets incredible advice from the most unbelievable sources
This week’s episode features the remarkable @niavardalos, live from The Writer's Lab Canada!
Actress and screenwriter Nia Vardalos has received advice and opportunities from some truly unexpected sources. While working the box office at Toronto’s Second City, she tells Naomi how she fell in love with improv, deepened her passion for acting, and prepared herself for a breakthrough moment-stepping onto the stage when another actor fell ill. That pivotal experience set her on a path to Chicago and then Los Angeles, where, during a moment of panic, a cab driver encouraged her to take a breath and trust she would succeed-and she did. Inspired by her own Greek family, Nia decided to write a script based on their stories, and the project first came to life as a play before becoming the beloved movie My Big Fat Greek Wedding. Throughout her journey, she has remained open to the wisdom and opportunities that came her way, including surprising advice from her gynecologist about setting aside irrational thoughts. Nia shares with Naomi the importance of accepting tough but valuable feedback, her belief in letting creativity flow naturally, and her commitment to writing every day. Through it all, she’s learned to embrace her quirks, let her authentic self shine, and find strength in the unexpected.
Thank you to the pod team:
Naomi Snieckus (Host/Producer) @sneickus
Pau Carranza (Head Producer) @paulina.carranzar
Sarah Nuccio (Asst. Producer) #sarahnuccio
Jennifer Rowley (Editing) #jenniferrowley
Rebecca Gismondi (Copywriting) @beccamrose
Aislinn Paul (Graphics & Video) @aislinnpaul
Jody Quine (Website) @jodyquine
Angela Murdoch (Socials) @angelaraemurdoch
มุมมอง: 13

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Janet McMordie is living the ultimate double life, and celebrating the wins along the way
มุมมอง 1021 วันที่ผ่านมา
This week’s podcast guest is the fascinating @janetmcmordie! Janet McMordie is living the ultimate double life: she’s a practicing doctor and an actor, juggling two incredibly demanding careers with an impressive amount of energy and humor. She also hosts the Second Act Actors Podcast, where she chats with fellow actors hustling to catch up to the pros who seem light-years ahead in the industry...
Winnie Jong prides herself on delivering strong performances & finding magic in scripts
มุมมอง 1021 วันที่ผ่านมา
Winnie Jong (Law & Order Toronto, Jane) may now be recognized as a director, but her journey started behind the scenes as a script supervisor. Growing up across the street from a movie theatre, she fell in love with cinema, watching Federico Fellini films and dreaming of directing her own someday. In her chat with Naomi, Winnie recalls how she initially saw script supervising as a detour but so...
Jennifer Liao will always remember her lighting bolt moment - AUDIO
มุมมอง 821 วันที่ผ่านมา
Jennifer Liao’s journey from actor to writer and director is fueled by her passion for storytelling. Growing up dreaming of being a sitcom writer, she credits her love of Shakespeare and poetry for teaching her how to dig into text and find its layers. She shares with Naomi how her experience as an actor shaped the way she approaches directing, helping her connect with performers and bring out ...
Melanie Scrofano gives herself permission to fail
มุมมอง 2642 หลายเดือนก่อน
This week’s episode is with none other than @melanie.scrofano.officiel! Melanie sits down with Naomi for a candid chat about their careers, the value of community, and trusting their instincts. Melanie talks openly about her ongoing struggle to balance everything at once and her passion for creating characters that feel real. Together, they share their experiences of learning to trust their gut...
Mia Bella wants to be best known for connecting to others through her art
มุมมอง 583 หลายเดือนก่อน
Our next guest on the Firecracker Department podcast is the one and only @miabellasofficial! At 15, actress and singer Mia Bella is carving a solid path for herself in the entertainment industry. Fueled by her passion for her craft and her parents’ unconditional support, Mia’s love of music at a young age has helped her pursue her dreams and she tells Naomi how much she looks forward to explori...
Robin Duke is improvising through her funny life
มุมมอง 983 หลายเดือนก่อน
Welcome back, #Firecrackers! We’re so excited to share the next season of The Firecracker Department Podcast with you - and our first guest needs no introduction! Robin Duke is a comedy powerhouse whose talent spans all mediums. After getting her start on SCTV and transitioning to SNL as the first female cast member hired as a writer, Robin tells @snieckus about her mission to write sketches th...
Firecracker Department brunches 2024
มุมมอง 813 หลายเดือนก่อน
🔥 In 2024, Firecracker Department, founded by actor/comedian Naomi Snieckus (Second City, Pretty Hard Cases, Mr. D, Disney Zombies, The Social), hosted incredible brunches in Toronto during TIFF, Vancouver during VIFF, and Calgary during CIFF to celebrate and lift up female and non-binary artists worldwide! 🌍✨ With new chapters launched this year, Firecrackers are uniting across the globe, crea...
Our yearly Firecracker Department Auction
มุมมอง 284 หลายเดือนก่อน
www.32auctions.com/firecrackerauction2024 Closes Sept 30th, 2024 Something for every artist and every budget. All proceeds go to funding our events, content creation and scholarships for our community. A portion goes to the charity Dress for Success. www.firecrackerdepartment.com for more information firecrackerdept Vid shot and edited by Aislinn Paul
Firecracker Department Brunch 2023
มุมมอง 234 หลายเดือนก่อน
Firecracker Department Brunch 2023
Inbal Lori Has a Plan To Not Have a Plan
มุมมอง 4211 หลายเดือนก่อน
Inbal Lori Has a Plan To Not Have a Plan
Beatrix Brunschko Navigates Life With Her Three "Me's"
มุมมอง 17ปีที่แล้ว
Beatrix Brunschko Navigates Life With Her Three "Me's"
Jennifer Holness ON Immersing Herself In Stories
มุมมอง 88ปีที่แล้ว
Jennifer Holness ON Immersing Herself In Stories
Wendy Crewson ON Cultivating Self Respect
มุมมอง 1.5Kปีที่แล้ว
Wendy Crewson ON Cultivating Self Respect
Mary Young Leckie ON Living In Her Lightbulb Moments
มุมมอง 104ปีที่แล้ว
Mary Young Leckie ON Living In Her Lightbulb Moments
Jennifer Podemski ON Acknowledging All The Little Wins
มุมมอง 59ปีที่แล้ว
Jennifer Podemski ON Acknowledging All The Little Wins
Sheila McCarthy On Adapting To Circumstances
มุมมอง 103ปีที่แล้ว
Sheila McCarthy On Adapting To Circumstances
Adrienne C Moore On The Importance Of Not Being The GOAT
มุมมอง 116ปีที่แล้ว
Adrienne C Moore On The Importance Of Not Being The GOAT
Grace Lynn Kung On Not Being Defined By Labels
มุมมอง 221ปีที่แล้ว
Grace Lynn Kung On Not Being Defined By Labels
Meredith MacNeill is best friends with failure
มุมมอง 802ปีที่แล้ว
Meredith MacNeill is best friends with failure
Amanda Brugel On Finding Beauty In Daily Delights , Is Age Ever a Barrier, and Accepting Struggle
มุมมอง 222ปีที่แล้ว
Amanda Brugel On Finding Beauty In Daily Delights , Is Age Ever a Barrier, and Accepting Struggle
Jess Salgueiro On Taking Initiative, Value Of Mentorships, and Taking Time To Heal
มุมมอง 143ปีที่แล้ว
Jess Salgueiro On Taking Initiative, Value Of Mentorships, and Taking Time To Heal
Annie Murphy On Becoming An Actress, Looking Beyond The Moment, Processing Emotions
มุมมอง 249ปีที่แล้ว
Annie Murphy On Becoming An Actress, Looking Beyond The Moment, Processing Emotions
Dani Kind On Being Vulnerable, Power Of Choice, Overcoming Helplessness
มุมมอง 684ปีที่แล้ว
Dani Kind On Being Vulnerable, Power Of Choice, Overcoming Helplessness
Erin Karpluk On Having A Daily Routine, Staying Optimistic, Creating A Character
มุมมอง 738ปีที่แล้ว
Erin Karpluk On Having A Daily Routine, Staying Optimistic, Creating A Character
Jess and Eman El- Husseini On Finding Chemistry, Collaboration and Comedy As A Form Of Expression
มุมมอง 55ปีที่แล้ว
Jess and Eman El- Husseini On Finding Chemistry, Collaboration and Comedy As A Form Of Expression
Sarah McVie On Creating Your Own Opportunities, Responsibility Of An Advocate, and Work-Life Harmony
มุมมอง 214ปีที่แล้ว
Sarah McVie On Creating Your Own Opportunities, Responsibility Of An Advocate, and Work-Life Harmony
Melanie Scrofano On Being Your Own Cheerleader, Blocking Out Negativity, and Celebrating Others
มุมมอง 432ปีที่แล้ว
Melanie Scrofano On Being Your Own Cheerleader, Blocking Out Negativity, and Celebrating Others
Crystal Chappell On Finding Inspiration, Escaping Through Art, Conquering Fears
มุมมอง 3.7Kปีที่แล้ว
Crystal Chappell On Finding Inspiration, Escaping Through Art, Conquering Fears
Natasha Negovanlis On Breaking Into The Industry, Being Independent, And Letting Others Help You
มุมมอง 813ปีที่แล้ว
Natasha Negovanlis On Breaking Into The Industry, Being Independent, And Letting Others Help You

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  • @TheSuperSherriShow
    @TheSuperSherriShow 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    This is such a beautiful and brilliant conversation. Thank you ❤ 🙏

  • @buggiala
    @buggiala หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wendy Crewson has not aged at all.

  • @KarlaGarcia-of7rh
    @KarlaGarcia-of7rh 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    OMG how did not know about this interview?? Thank you for uploading!

  • @Hamandeggs112
    @Hamandeggs112 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @Hamandeggs112
    @Hamandeggs112 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    4:42-5:00 she has the most gorgeous voice I’ve ever heard in my own human ears

  • @Hamandeggs112
    @Hamandeggs112 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    4:05 I love music too a lot of genres

  • @Hamandeggs112
    @Hamandeggs112 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    ❤❤❤❤

  • @Hamandeggs112
    @Hamandeggs112 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I think she does an amazing work for her acting and her singing and art she is the best person and I love to meet her I live in Edmonton she is amazing 10000000/10000000

  • @limormarkovzki8451
    @limormarkovzki8451 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Look at what you are building Naomi. You really are such a great trailblazer! So many hugs! 🥰

  • @joelypma711
    @joelypma711 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Meredith is a real talent. Hope she has continued success. Also, looks great in a hat.

  • @TheSuperSherriShow
    @TheSuperSherriShow 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That was hilarious! Thank you both for being so weird and wild!

  • @wavydezy
    @wavydezy 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great interview! Loved the questions and how well informed the interviewer is… very good job

  • @krokant9521
    @krokant9521 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What a great interview!!!! Great questions, honest answers, sooo inspirational! Everyone should hear this

  • @tracydoupe4877
    @tracydoupe4877 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Someone please fix the audio quality for this. It makes it hard to listen to.

  • @Prolui
    @Prolui ปีที่แล้ว

    Interesting interview! I loved hearing about Crystal's perspective on moving to various projects.

  • @NG-ki5eo
    @NG-ki5eo ปีที่แล้ว

    the "indigenous land" intro-harangue is a gag, right?

  • @S.L.S-407
    @S.L.S-407 ปีที่แล้ว

    Look at how clear and sharp Amanda and Naomi's faces are, while Wendy's face looks like she using a camera from 20 years ago. Her face has no definition but everything else is sharp. I guess she placed the lighting right on her face so we couldn't see what a 67 year old face looks like. It's too bad, bc I really Wendy and if I hadn't recognized her voice I'm not sure I would have recognized who she was.

  • @LizeMYT
    @LizeMYT ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello, I'm a french 🇫🇷 fan of Wendy Crewson since "Air Force One" (with, before that, a special mension in my fav movie "Corrina, Corrina"). Thank you for this refreshing my moment "cup of tea"!!! I also like the fact that none of them cut her off and let her speak freely. 👏👏👏 This exchange made my heart refill complet. 🤩 I dream to met her one day... 🥺😍🤩🥰🥺 ♥Thank you so much, really, thank you!♥🙏

  • @brigittedehner6521
    @brigittedehner6521 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ein sehr schlechten Arzt😂hat mit schön heit nichtzutuhn

  • @MarlaLukofsky7
    @MarlaLukofsky7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love Wendy Crewson and all of her work in Movies and Television. She is always a standout when on the screen. Great to be able to watch this interview. You picked a great acting icon.

    • @Snieckus
      @Snieckus ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Marla! Takes one to know one! :) ns.

  • @Sandra-bi7vh
    @Sandra-bi7vh ปีที่แล้ว

    I loved this and thank you for the info on REEL WOMEN NETWORK I AM A SUBSCRIBER TO THIS AND ITS WORTH EVERY PENNY I WAS DISAPPOINTED WITH THE SUDDEN END TO THE SHOW

    • @Snieckus
      @Snieckus ปีที่แล้ว

      YES - we love the Reel Women Network - what a great platform supporting films made by women!

  • @namasteanam2024
    @namasteanam2024 ปีที่แล้ว

    So good! Thanks for sharing!!

  • @patzeiscrazy
    @patzeiscrazy ปีที่แล้ว

    This podcast is amazing! I actually stumbled across it because I googled Kelly's name (I like her art) and.. this conversation was so helpful. To be able to listen to two amazing women talking about their artistic life and how they got to where they are today is incredible! I feel so inspired to start writing/making music again and going back to college to finally be myself. I can't even find the words to describe how I feel now so - thank you 🥰

    • @Snieckus
      @Snieckus ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much Patricia - really appreciate hearing about your journey! I will share this note with the Firecracker community! :)

    • @JennySieck
      @JennySieck 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I have been following Kelly for awhile now. She helps me grow my own artistic vision exponentially. And she understands intrinsically what it means to support womens ways of knowing in the world. Can't wait to see what she envisions and brings into being next!

  • @ryanhowell4492
    @ryanhowell4492 ปีที่แล้ว

    She's beautiful

  • @majnuntol8246
    @majnuntol8246 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ilove it too this qirl.( я люблю его тоже эта девушка) ❤❤❤❤❤ 💋💋💋💋✨🌺🌺🌺🌺👌👍

  • @vishum8099
    @vishum8099 ปีที่แล้ว

    We Love Kat Barrell.

  • @make575perday
    @make575perday ปีที่แล้ว

    "If you do what you always did, you will get what you always got." --

  • @rachaeldolan355
    @rachaeldolan355 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm a huge fan of her as a human/creator!

  • @nikks7116
    @nikks7116 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for sharing again! Melanie is the best ❤

  • @JennySieck
    @JennySieck ปีที่แล้ว

    It really is true that all of the best celebrities are from Canada!

  • @lexshizumdot2115
    @lexshizumdot2115 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great interview !

  • @thatgirl777
    @thatgirl777 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved this one!!

  • @honestlyruthless
    @honestlyruthless 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    3:57 is where mel interview starts

  • @RM-yy3wr
    @RM-yy3wr 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    She's the best ❤️

  • @skruglinski
    @skruglinski 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Menopause is not a flaw it is a most natural process...it is just another season or chapter in the female life.

  • @joanneboland6117
    @joanneboland6117 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved this!!

  • @vegan_gal
    @vegan_gal 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    oh, this is great! :)

  • @Asouhaiter
    @Asouhaiter 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    So good!! I love Melanie Scrofano!!! :')