On this episode of Kill the Small Talk, host Alex Caron sits down with actor, filmmaker, author, and social justice advocate Alix Dick for a deeply personal and wide-ranging conversation about culture, creativity, and survival.

Alix opens up about growing up in Sinaloa, Mexico, surrounded by cartel violence and instability that ultimately forced her family to flee to the United States. What began as a temporary move became a permanent reality — one that reshaped her identity, her legal status, and her relationship to storytelling.

The conversation moves fluidly through memories of Mexican culture — from cumbia and sonideros to banda music — and how cultural identity evolves through displacement. Alex and Alix share laughs over music preferences, “this or that” questions, and daily habits, giving listeners a more intimate look at who Alix is beyond her advocacy work.

They then dive deep into filmmaking, acting, and producing, exploring why neither of them pursued acting for fame, but instead as a way to understand human behavior, psychology, and empathy. Alix explains why becoming an actor helped her become a better director and producer, and why understanding the actor’s language is essential for meaningful collaboration.

Alix also shares invaluable advice for filmmakers and creatives — from capturing ideas organically instead of forcing them, to staying calm under pressure, building strong networks, and learning when to delegate. She reflects on producing projects like Norjack, filming inside real aircraft at Air Hollywood, and how working behind the scenes forever changed the way she watches movies.

The episode also highlights Alix’s book, The Cost of Being Undocumented, co-written with Stanford professor Antero Garcia, blending memoir and research to expose the realities of immigration systems in the U.S. She discusses La Quenta, her work amplifying undocumented voices, and why storytelling, art, and research are all forms of resistance.

This episode is honest, funny, reflective, and deeply human — a reminder that creativity, culture, and community are inseparable from survival.

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On this episode of Kill the Small Talk, host Alex Caron sits down with actress, producer, director, entrepreneur, and mom Fernanda Romero for a deep, honest conversation about building a creative career across borders — and industries.

Fernanda shares her journey from growing up in Mexico City, unexpectedly landing in a pop music group as a teenager, and navigating early fame while staying grounded with the help of her family. She opens up about touring, missing out on a “normal” teenage life, and eventually stepping away to pursue fashion design in the U.S.

The conversation dives into how Fernanda transitioned into acting almost by accident — from modeling and major commercial bookings to studying with Larry Moss, trusting her instincts, and learning to make bold choices in auditions. Fernanda breaks down why confidence, preparation, and authenticity matter more than perfection, and how not taking rejection personally became one of her biggest lessons in Hollywood.

Alex and Fernanda also talk about casting realities, industry politics, manifestation, research techniques, character development, and how stepping behind the camera as a producer and director completely changed her perspective as an actor.

This episode is packed with real talk, behind-the-scenes insight, and practical advice for creatives navigating the entertainment industry.

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In this episode of Kill the Small Talk, host Alex Caron continues the conversation with actor and comedian Victor Frausto, diving deeper into the realities of stand-up comedy, storytelling, and staying creatively sharp when the industry offers no guarantees.

Victor breaks down how stand-up became both a creative outlet and a survival tool after graduating from Theater of Arts—something that keeps him confident, present, and connected to audiences even when acting work slows down. He shares lessons passed down from mentors about talking to the crowd like friends, leaning into awkwardness, and building material through honest, story-driven comedy.

The conversation explores Victor’s approach to joke writing, self-deprecating humor, crowd work, and why warming up an audience matters more than shock value. Victor reflects on the adrenaline of his first stand-up performance, the importance of refining material over time, and how posting stand-up clips has helped open doors with casting directors.

Alex and Victor also dig into Victor’s experience with the Independent Shakespeare Company—from auditioning during his TOA days to working behind the scenes, house managing shows, and eventually landing an on-stage role performing Shakespeare in Griffith Park. It’s a candid look at how relationships, persistence, and professionalism quietly build real opportunities.

The episode wraps with a fast-paced “This or That” segment, advice for new comedians, thoughts on creative discipline, upcoming shows, and Victor’s plans for short films and a comedy sketch series.

This episode is about staying ready, trusting your voice, and building momentum one honest step at a time.

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