Episodes

  • Take Risks with Clayton Farris

    Take Risks with Clayton Farris
    Jun 25 2026
    In this episode, Jess talks to hilarious Los Angeles based actor, writer, and content creator Clayton Farris. His recent acting credits include Weapons, MaXXXine, Tulsa King, The Pitt, and Cape Fear. Alongside his on-screen work, Clayton has built a highly engaged digital audience of over 900,000 followers across platforms through original comedic characters and sharply observed sketches about modern life. Most notably, "That One Rich Couple" is a huge viral hit on social media. What began as a fun creative outlet on Vine has grown into a natural extension of his acting career and the perfect place to develop new characters, refine his voice, and consistently showcase his range. IG: ClaytonFarris TikTok: ClaytonFarris4ever

    Host: Jess Kaplan @nopesanddreamspod

    Original Music: Ariana and the Rose @Arianaandtherose

    Edited by: Peter Ney

    For more about the podcast, go to: Nopesanddreams.com
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    1 hr and 36 mins
  • Keep Going with Ken Arquelio

    Keep Going with Ken Arquelio
    Jun 18 2026
    In this episode, Jess talks to director, actor, screenwriter, and producer Ken Arquelio. Jess and Ken met in the Howard Fine Masterclass in Los Angeles. Ken founded Vincero Pictures, a production company based in Miami and Palm Springs. He recently wrote and directed the short film called Disco Beats opposite Pepe Serna, which won best narrative short at the Arizona International Film Fest. As an actor, he played a supporting role in Casa Grande, starring Lou Diamond Phillips, and played the lead in a feature film called Clownspiracy. IG: Kenarquelio Websites: https://www.kenarquelio.com https://vinceropictures.com

    Host: Jess Kaplan @nopesanddreamspod

    Original Music: Ariana and the Rose @Arianaandtherose

    Edited by: Peter Ney

    For more about the podcast, go to: Nopesanddreams.com
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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • Act in Alignment with Paul Lubicz

    Act in Alignment with Paul Lubicz
    Jun 11 2026
    In this episode, Jess talks to Paul Lubicz. Paul is a coach for high-performing leaders, artists, and athletes. For more than 25 years, he has helped extraordinary individuals regain clarity, direction, and internal coherence—so they can lead, create, and perform at the level their true potential demands. His work and wisdom have been featured in The Sunday Times, Men's Health, and GQ. Guest: Paul Lubicz IG: @Thewellbeingmanager Website: https://www.thewellbeingmanager.com

    Host: Jess Kaplan @nopesanddreamspod

    Original Music: Ariana and the Rose @Arianaandtherose

    Edited by: Peter Ney

    For more about the podcast, go to: Nopesanddreams.com
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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • My Side of the Story with Jess Kaplan

    My Side of the Story with Jess Kaplan
    Jun 4 2026

    In this episode, Jess talks to YOU… the listeners. She breaks down her motivation for starting this podcast, her personal journey with rejection, how it's been challenging getting new guests on the show, and her experience with repeated rejections when she wrote her first spec script and pitched a TV show in LA.

    Host: Jess Kaplan @nopesanddreamspod

    Original Music: Ariana and the Rose @Arianaandtherose

    Edited by: Peter Ney

    For more about the podcast, go to: Nopesanddreams.com
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    27 mins
  • Promote Yourself with Rochelle Weinstein

    Promote Yourself with Rochelle Weinstein
    May 28 2026
    In this episode, Jess talks to Miami native Rochelle Weinstein. Rochelle is the USA Today bestselling author of eight contemporary fiction novels. She is the book columnist for AQUA Magazine and a frequent speaker and workshop instructor. LIttle Fishy has recently optioned her book "What You Do To Me" for feature adaptation, and her ninth novel, The Outbox, releases April 2027.

    Host: Jess Kaplan @nopesanddreamspod

    Guest: Rochelle Weinstein

    IG: Rochellebweinstein Website: https://www.rochelleweinstein.com

    Original Music: Ariana and the Rose @Arianaandtherose

    Edited by: Peter Ney

    For more about the podcast, go to: Nopesanddreams.com
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Create it Yourself with Max Meisel

    Create it Yourself with Max Meisel
    May 21 2026
    In this episode, Jess talks to LA-based and New York-born comedian, Max Meisel. Over the last twelve months, Max has been featuring for Tom Arnold on his sixty-city stand-up tour around the United States and Canada. He is also on his first headlining tour titled "The L.A. Sober Tour" and the host and producer of BackDoor Comedy, a monthly comedy party combining music, a dance party, and a great comedy show. You can catch his updates and tour schedule on his website, MaxMeisel.com

    Host: Jess Kaplan @nopesanddreamspod

    Guest: Max Meisel

    Website: MaxMeisel.com

    Original Music: Ariana and the Rose @Arianaandtherose

    Edited by: Peter Ney

    For more about the podcast, go to: Nopesanddreams.com
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    1 hr and 34 mins
  • The Grace of God with Ashley Austin Morris

    The Grace of God with Ashley Austin Morris
    May 14 2026

    In this episode, Jess talks to New York actor, comedian, and writer Ashley Austin Morris. Ashley currently plays Roxanne Hertz opposite Jesse Eisenberg and Claire Danes in FX's Fleishman Is In Trouble, Nicole in Shonda Rhimes series Inventing Anna and as Debbie in Peacock's Poker Face opposite Natasha Lyonne. Go watch Ashley perform at the infamous Comedy Cellar in NYC and check out her comedy album "Slightly Off," which debuted at number one on the iTunes Charts.

    Host: Jess Kaplan @nopesanddreamspod

    Guest: Ashley Austin Morris

    Original Music: Ariana and the Rose @Arianaandtherose

    Edited by: Peter Ney

    For more about the podcast, go to: Nopesanddreams.com
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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Control Enthusiast with David Goryl

    Control Enthusiast with David Goryl
    May 7 2026
    In this episode, Jess talks to Los Angeles actor, writer, producer, and director David Goryl. Jess and David met almost twenty years ago at the Howard Fine Studio in a master class. David's first acting job was in There's Something About Mary. Other TV credits include: Grey's Anatomy, NYPD Blue, and The Neighborhood. He's also been in commercials for McDonald's, DirecTV, and Chevy. And ladies, you're in luck, he's single!

    Host: Jess Kaplan @nopesanddreamspod

    Guest: David Goryl @Davidgoryl

    Original Music: Ariana and the Rose @Arianaandtherose

    Edited by: Peter Ney

    For more about the podcast, go to: Nopesanddreams.com
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    1 hr and 23 mins