The Former Reality Podcast
Informational Interviews with Media Pros Who Have Pivoted
The Former Reality Podcast features a series of informational interviews with unscripted media professionals who have successfully pivoted out of the industry. These individuals have entered new and diverse interests, careers, and gigs that creatively utilize their on-set skills in fresh and innovative ways. Each episode delves into their unique journeys of reflection, reinvention, and embracing a New Reality, offering valuable insights and inspiration for those considering similar transitions.
The Host
Your Secret Set Sister.
Quietly exploring other career possibilities outside the wild and unpredictable ride that is the Unscripted media industry. After spending more than a decade working on demanding sets, enduring 16-hour days and six days a week, I find myself craving something different—perhaps even a traditional 9-to-5 routine. But how do we successfully pivot to a new path? Where do our existing skills best fit in outside of media? Will I be required to start completely from scratch? With the invaluable support of a strong community, I began having open conversations with colleagues and friends who have already left the media world for other industries, asking them about their personal journeys and transitions. We all face similar challenges in this process, and by coming together, we can overcome the heartache and confusion that inevitably come with starting a new chapter in our professional lives.
Listen to the latest episodes:
Pivot to Paralegal
Erin, Frm. Reality AC, has found a remarkable balance not only in the pursuit of justice but also in skillfully holding space for both her dynamic, unscripted television career and her exciting new passion as a paralegal. We talk through her mindset in exploring new interests as a way to expand her opportunities in different genres of reality, should the opportunity arise.
Firewatch
Chelsea, Frm. Reality DP, has an extensive background in top travel show cinematography and production management. After making the decision to relocate to Tacoma, she applied her strong communication skills in a new capacity as a Public Information Officer for the Fire Department, trading gear watching, for wildfire response.
Pivot to Paralegal
Today’s guest has found balance not only in the swing of justice, but in holding space for both her unscripted television career and a new passion as a paralegal.
