DOT-MARIE JONES: Defying Hollywood Typecasts & Creating Your Own Opportunities

In this episode, Alyshia sits down with the incredible Dot-Marie Jones, a three-time Emmy Award nominee best known for her iconic role as Coach Shannon Beiste on FOX’s Glee. With an impressive career spanning drama and comedy, Dot shares insights into her diverse journey, from her early days as a world champion arm wrestler to her standout performances in projects like the Indie Spirit-nominated Greener Grass and Universal's Bros. The conversation dives into Dot’s inspiring transition from shot put and arm wrestling to acting, highlighting her tenacity and courage to forge her own path in Hollywood. Dot opens up about the challenges she faced along the way, including pay disparities, navigating the audition process, and staying true to herself by turning down degrading roles. Alyshia and Dot also explore the financial realities of award submissions, the toll of negative experiences on creativity, and the value of resilience in a demanding industry. Dot gives a sneak peek into her upcoming film, set to premiere at the Newport Beach Film Festival, and shares her wisdom on staying authentic and fighting for what matters. These are the unforgettable stories that landed Dot-Marie Jones right here. GUEST LINKS: IMDB: Dot-Marie Jones, Actress, Producer, Soundtrack Credits:  Glee Bros Golden Arm Killing It The Crossing Over Express 9-1-1: Lone Star American Horror Story The Resident Nip/Tuck UnReal Modern Family Jane the Virgin 2 Broke Girls Prison Break   THAT ONE AUDITION'S LINKS: For exclusive content surrounding this and all podcast episodes, sign up for our amazing newsletter at AlyshiaOchse.com. And don't forget to snap and post a photo while listening to the show and tag me: @alyshiaochse & @thatoneaudition SCRIPT ANATOMY: Write your script (TOA25 for $25 off) MAGIC MIND: Get 48% off with promo code ONEAUDITION20 SLAYTEMBER: Starting September 15, 2024! THE BRIDGE FOR ACTORS: Become a WORKING ACTOR THE PRACTICE TRACK: Membership to Practice Weekly PATREON: @thatoneaudition CONSULTING: Get 1-on-1 advice for your acting career from Alyshia Ochse COACHING: Get personalized coaching from Alyshia on your next audition or role INSTAGRAM: @alyshiaochse INSTAGRAM: @thatoneaudition WEBSITE: AlyshiaOchse.com ITUNES: Subscribe to That One Audition on iTunes SPOTIFY: Subscribe to That One Audition on Spotify STITCHER: Subscribe to That One Audition on Stitcher EPISODE CREDITS: WRITER: Erin McCluskey WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings ASSISTANT: Elle Powell SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri