Acting On It with Gabby Ostuni

In this episode, Betty and I talk about the powerful feeling of just knowing—knowing who you are, what you’re meant to do, and where life is pulling you before it arrives.Betty shares how she always knew she would move to New York and how that certainty stayed with her through every chapter of the journey. We also talk about the internal challenges that come with pursuing that path—anxiety, self-image, fear, and doing the work to move through those struggles in order to feel free in yourself and in your art.A beautiful conversation about trusting your instincts, facing your inner battles, and giving yourself permission to fully take up space.

In this solo episode of Acting On It, I talk honestly about one of the hardest parts of pursuing acting: the long stretches in between opportunities.The quiet seasons. The survival jobs. The feeling of watching everyone else move forward while you feel completely stuck.I open up about burnout, losing motivation, feeling disconnected from acting, and the guilt that comes from thinking you should be “doing more” every second of the day.But I also talk about something I’m finally starting to understand: sometimes stepping away, living life, and allowing yourself to be human is exactly what brings you back to your craft.If you’ve ever questioned your path, felt invisible, or wondered if you’re falling behind — this episode is for you.

In this episode of Acting On It, I sit down with actor and performer Justin Wooster for a conversation that goes far beyond just acting.We talk a lot about life circumstances that force you to grow up quickly, take on responsibility early, and figure things out as you go. Justin opens up about how theater became more than just performing — it became a way to understand real-life emotions, relationships, and lessons about himself.We also dive into the reality of continuing to pursue theater even though it isn’t always the most stable career path, and what it means to stick with something purely for the love of the craft.And of course… plenty of chaotic banter along the way

What if the thing holding you back… isn’t real?In this episode, I talk about the fear of being judged — and how it can quietly stop us from going after what we actually want. The opinions, the imagined criticism, the pressure to be seen a certain way.But the real question is: what happens if you let that fear win?What if 10 or 20 years pass, and you realize no one was paying as much attention as you thought… and you never went for it?

In this episode of Acting On It, I sit down with Theo Hamm to talk about navigating the film industry in New York, building a career on your own terms, and finding confidence in your own work.We talk about the pressure of carving out your own identity, the importance of trusting your value as an artist, and how community, connection, and love for the craft can keep you grounded in such a competitive space.This conversation is about more than acting and filmmaking—it’s about learning how to stay true to yourself while building the career you actually want.

What happens when you take validation out of the equation?In this episode, I get honest about how much “applause” can influence the choices we make—and how easy it is to lose sight of what actually matters.I also talk about something we don’t normalize enough: pausing. Stepping back, not because you’re failing—but because you want to make sure you’re still aligned with your reasons.Because the real question is… would you keep going without the applause?

What if the one place you felt safest was under the spotlight?In this inspiring episode of Acting On It, I sit down with fellow actor EB to explore how the stage became her sanctuary. With unwavering confidence and a deep sense of purpose, EB shares how she has always known she was meant to perform—feeling most at home the moment she steps into the light.Growing up in a challenging environment, EB discovered theater as a space for self-expression, resilience, and belonging. Through performance, she built not only her craft but also a sense of safety and identity that continues to shape her journey today.She also offers insight into her unique process of developing characters. Though her methods sometimes cause others to doubt her, EB remains steadfast—trusting her instincts and knowing she will always find her way to the truth of a role.This episode is a powerful testament to self-belief, artistic integrity, and the transformative power of storytelling.

In this episode, I talk about something that’s been really frustrating in my acting journey—getting completely different advice from everyone.Casting directors, acting teachers, working actors, agents… all telling you different things about what you “should” be doing.Take classes. Don’t take classes. Get an agent now. Wait until you’re ready. Focus on training. Just start auditioning.At some point, it stops being helpful and just becomes confusing.I share a personal experience of when I was deciding whether or not to join a conservatory, and how the advice I got actually made the decision harder—not easier.This episode is about what happens when you start relying too much on other people’s opinions, how that can disconnect you from your own instincts, and why learning to trust yourself is one of the hardest—but most important—parts of this industry.If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything “wrong” because your path looks different from someone else’s, you’re not alone.