Navigating Hollywood’s Uncertainty and Embracing New Opportunities with Johnny Cruz

SLAP the Power

What if Hollywood's uncertainty could become an artist's greatest opportunity? Join us as Johnny Cruz shares his firsthand experiences on "Slap the Power," exploring the evolving job landscape in Hollywood post-strikes. Learn how actors and artists are diversifying income streams to adapt to the industry's inherent unpredictability, and discover how platforms like TikTok and YouTube are reshaping the entertainment world into what could be a more meritocratic system. Through Johnny's insights, we highlight the critical importance of maintaining a hustle mentality in a rapidly changing environment.
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SLAP the Power is written and produced by Rick Barrio Dill (@rickbarriodill) and Aja Nikiya (@compassioncurator). Associate Producer Bri Coorey (@bri_beats). Audio and Video engineering and studio facilities provided by SLAP Studios LA (@SLAPStudiosLA) with distribution through our collective home for progress in art and media, SLAP the Network (@SLAPtheNetwork).

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Kapitel

1. Navigating Hollywood's Evolving Job Scene (00:00:00)

2. Navigating Political Conversations in America (00:12:51)

3. Discovering Acting and Voiceover Careers (00:21:53)

4. Exploring Spirituality and Career Choices (00:31:58)

5. Navigating AI Ethics and Legislation (00:39:04)

6. Educational Dissemination in Modern Society (00:45:59)

7. Video Game Voice Actors and Climate (00:53:22)

8. Private High-Stakes Poker in Beverly Hills (01:00:20)