When I first met Naomi, her spark was undeniable. A vibrant actress and comedian, Naomi's life story is as captivating as her performances. From her early days in Denver, where her Peace Corps volunteer parents shaped her cultural upbringing, to her transformation into a Spanish teacher turned actress – Naomi's journey is one of resilience, creativity, and unwavering dedication to her craft. Join us as she takes us through her dynamic career, revealing how she transitioned from teaching Spanish to starring in theater and television and sharing her thoughts on audience interaction, algorithms for platforms, and her aspirations for securing investment.
Immersed in the bustling comedy scene in Chicago, Naomi honed her craft at Northwestern University and the Torso Theater. A pivotal point in her journey was her involvement in ImprovOlympic and the Second City, which led to her producing her own shows and eventually moving to Los Angeles. Her experiences in Argentina as an exchange student profoundly influenced her life and career, and she shares these insights, along with her connection to her friend Ike Barinholtz, in this candid conversation.
As an actress, Naomi is well-versed in the ups and downs of auditions and the importance of resilience. She shares her audition experience for American Horror Story, reflecting on the unconventional roles she has taken on and emphasizing the importance of creative motivation. Naomi also gives us a sneak peek into her plans for her one-woman show. Throughout her career, Naomi's dedication to her fans has remained unwavering, and she expresses her gratitude and shares her experiences in this episode. As we wrap up, we switch languages and thank Naomi for her insightful contributions. Join us for this riveting conversation, and be prepared to be inspired by Naomi's journey.
CHAPTERS
(0:00:04) - Naomi's Journey
(0:04:57) - Life Experiences and Career Paths
(0:18:50) - Career Path and Connections in Comedy
(0:24:15) - The Journey of a Comedian
(0:39:18) - Actress Discusses Audition Experiences and Promoting
(0:51:30) - The Number Three and Fan Appreciation
(0:59:20) - Switching Language, Thanking Naomi
NAOMI GROSSMAN
Naomi Grossman is a 2018 Primetime Emmy Nominee for “Outstanding Actress in a Short Form Comedy or Drama” for her role in Ctrl Alt Delete.
Naomi is best known as the first crossover character, the fan-favorite “Pepper” on FX’s hit anthology series, American Horror Story: Asylum & Freak Show.
Naomi also appeared as a new character, the Satanist “Samantha Crowe” in the eighth season, Apocalypse, as well as “Rabid Ruth” in the spin-off series, American Horror Stories.
Naomi made #5 of IMDb’s “Top 10 Breakout Stars” after her STARmeter skyrocketed to #1, making her the most searched in its entire 8 million person database!
Visit NaomiGrossman.net (//NaomiGrossman.net) to connect with Naomi!
PAUL VATO
Paul Vato (https://withkoji.com/@Actor) is an actor, improvisor, comedian, poker player, podcaster & entrepreneur.
Connect with Paul Vato across all social media at: PaulVato.com (https://withkoji.com/@Actor)
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