383. Acting on Instinct: Anne Alexander Sieder's Revelatory Path to Reinvention

"You can't edit a blank page, right? You have to write the damn thing down and then you can make it better." "Courage is doing it anyway. Courage is not having the fear." "I want a big life. I want my dreams. And I'm not just wanting them, I'm going about getting them." "It's like, we're all just trying to do our best. I think good people are. Most people." Today's guest is Anne Alexander Sieder , an American actress, screenwriter, and podcaster based in Germany. Anne takes us through her incredible journey, from her early days in film school to navigating the complexities of motherhood and career. She shares insights on the importance of readiness in acting, the challenges of balancing personal and professional life, and the evolving landscape of the entertainment industry with the advent of AI. Anne opens up about her experiences with different acting techniques, the significance of embracing imperfections, and the lessons she learned from her parents. She also takes us into her adventurous teenage years, including a daring hitchhiking trip across the U.S., and how those experiences shaped her as a person and a mother. Join us as Anne discusses the emotional highs and lows of her life, the importance of self-awareness, and her relentless pursuit of her dreams. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of resilience, family dynamics, and the power of perseverance. Key Takeaways - Readiness in acting comes from doing and gaining feedback. - Balancing personal and professional life requires self-awareness and support from loved ones. - AI is changing the entertainment industry, but human connection remains irreplaceable. - Resilience and perseverance are crucial in overcoming life's challenges. Connect with Anne Alexander Sieder - Instagram: @annealexandersieder - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/act_bold/ - Podcast: Act Bold on YouTube - Spotify: Act Bold on Spotify - Apple Podcasts: Act Bold on Apple Podcasts Connect with Reena - Website: bettercalldaddy.com - LinkedIn: Reena Friedman Watts - Twitter: @reenareena - Instagram: @reenafriedmanwatts - Instagram Podcast: @bettercalldaddypodcast We love hearing your feedback. Leave us a review , share your thoughts , and spread the word about this enriching episode. Share it with someone who appreciates the resilience and the importance of self-worth. (00:00) The better call daddy show features stories from influential fathers and controversial people (01:53) So I wanted to start with a subject that you have covered on your podcast (05:32) I would love to take it back to kind of your film school days (11:07) Because it's supposed to be a computer and it has access to everything (11:23) There is an exercise that I'm working on with the course that I have (12:01) As actors, you have to be self aware of what you bring to roles (13:06) Once we have kids, they come first, right? Right (15:48) Do you think there was any concerns of you working in Hollywood or acting (19:07) First time I ever acted was at summer camp when I was ten (22:11) Did you ever feel self conscious as an actor? Yeah yeah sure (27:23) I started to tear up, and he looked at me and he said, you're acting (28:19) What did your parents think of your acting? Were they supportive (31:08) Can you talk a little bit about how you've invested in yourself (34:54) Have you ever fallen flat on your face preparing for a scene (37:36) How did your parents help you be better? Hmm. That's a good question. What would you say they got right (42:55) Alexander was arrested for driving without his driver's license when he was 14 (47:48) Mara says she accidentally hit a classmate at school when she was 15 (52:39) Mara and I hitchhiked to California with $10 between us (54:45) Two college girls hitchhiked to California in the seventies (59:37) You repaired a rift between your parents after you had your son (01:05:01) You've been able to forgive your mother and yourself for surviving cancer (01:08:51) Mara died the year my son was born (01:10:33) Your father ran a manufacturing company for 40 years, and now he's an entrepreneur (01:15:09) Anne says she didn't come across any monsters growing up (01:16:54) This is an episode with Anne about fatherhood and motherhood Show notes created by Headliner