Sara Tomko brings warmth, wit, and Wisdom in this episode, where she talks about her journey as an actor, from early roles with mockbuster studios to her breakout on Resident Alien.

With stories about manifesting her dream career, finding Family on set, and navigating the ups and downs of showbiz, Sara opens up in a way that’s both inspiring and laugh-out-loud funny. Whether discussing her early Love for theater, her time in the trenches with indie productions, or her powerful connection to characters and castmates, Sara’s spirit shines.

Episode Highlights:

• Sara’s imaginative childhood and how pretending at baseball games foreshadowed her acting career
• Transitioning from indie films and $25-a-day gigs to a major role on Resident Alien
• How rejection, resilience, and resourcefulness fueled her long game in the industry
• Deep bonds with castmates, including best friend Meredith Garretson and Aunt Linda Hamilton
• The unexpected emotional depth of Resident Alien and how sci-fi delivers human stories

You’re going to love my conversation with Sara Tomko

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Jeff Dwoskin Podcast Host

I'm a tech entrepreneur, podcaster, and professional stand-up comedian. I started my journey in the tech industry back in 1997 when I founded my own website development company, which was one of the pioneering companies in the country at the time. While working in technology, my comedic talents couldn't be contained, and I eventually took to the stage as a stand-up comedian.

My passion for comedy led me to create Hashtag Roundup (@hashtagroundup on Twitter), a platform that has contributed to over 8000 top 10 USA trends on Twitter. With the growth of social media, particularly Instagram, I founded Stampede Social, a company aimed at helping creators drive traffic to their content without relying solely on a link in their bio.