{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/68b9e7e7f8dc6bde380c7680/69e669f7abe143da5b32c09e?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"The Long Way In with Alison Flierl","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/68b9e7e7f8dc6bde380c7680/1776707953011-5d44cd49-9d9a-4299-a093-0364ca44e15b.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Ep. 16 - What does it actually take to build a creative career? In this episode of <em>Live Like it Matters</em>, Elissa Kalver speaks with writer, director, and performer <strong>Alison Flierl</strong> about the reality of breaking into Hollywood — and why the path is rarely straightforward. From writing for major TV shows to developing original projects, Alison shares what she’s learned about persistence, rejection, and staying creative through uncertainty. This is a conversation about building something over time — without a clear roadmap — and trusting the process as it unfolds. Follow <em>Live Like it Matters</em> for more conversations about creating a life and career that feels aligned.</p>","author_name":"Elissa Kalver "}