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Megan Le: Juggling the Roles of Actress, Martial Artist, and Stunt-woman
Publisher |
Dominic Zhai
Media Type |
audio
Publication Date |
Apr 09, 2020
Episode Duration |
00:41:41

Episode 23: Megan Le (@missmeganle) holds many titles. While growing up in Indiana, Megan began dance classes as a toddler, and eventually expanded her creative efforts towards theatre and acting in high school. Now, she lives in Los Angeles and juggles both acting and serving as a stunt-woman - oh, and she also founded her own production company, where she helps produce and direct independent projects.Most recently, Megan starred in the Netflix series, Medical Police as Agent Tran.On this episode of the Why You No Doctor podcast, Megan describes her upbringing, and her personal experience with race and ethnicity in the entertainment industry, and what she's learned during her tenure in Hollywood. Plus, learn what the phrase "eating the frog" means.Show Notes:

  • 0:00 - Introduction to Megan Le, how she started acting and getting into stunt work + her current role on Medical Doctor
  • 6:10 - On downplaying accomplishments, the surreal feeling of being booked
  • 9:31 - Megan's early life and upbringing
  • 13:44 - How Megan's mother supported her passions and career throughout her childhood
  • 15:51 - Asian representation + the financial worries behind a creative career
  • 18:00 - Megan's person experience with race and ethnicity in Hollywood
  • 21:30 - Advice for getting your foot into the entertainment industry, how to build important relationships + with what people
  • 28:01 - The struggle of branding yourself
  • 28:52 - Megan's path to landing her role on Medical Police + founding her own production company
  • 30:42 - What's next in store for Megan's career + advice on auditioning, imposter syndrome, and how to keep improving
  • 35:30 - The most important rituals for success + closing thoughts and advice

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