Not From Here
Welcome to "Not From Here": a podcast dedicated to past versions of ourselves and the current versions of all of you with your hosts, Riley Klauza & Isa Rodriguez. "Not From Here" follows two girls from Michigan that move to New York City and talk about the realities of being struggling actors and women in their early twenties whilst trying to warm the cold hearts of New Yorkers with their unshakable Midwestern kindness.
Episodes
88 episodes
Behind the Table (Read Co.) with Kristen Eliza Brock
This week we’re joined by actor, producer, and certified "hot theatre kid" Kristen Eliza Brock!!From growing up in Florida doing auditions as a child actor to taking on the stage of the Jimmy Awards, Kristen has been preparing for the sp...
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Season 5
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Episode 88
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53:06
Strength Beyond the Stage with Ellis Gage
*Trigger Warning* Episode contains content regarding eating disorders.This week, Riley and Isa are joined by their first guest of 2026: Ellis Gage! Originally from New England, Ellis started his artistic journey as a prof...
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Season 5
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Episode 87
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47:39
No Days Off
In this week’s episode of Not From Here, Riley and Isa are sitting down for one final catch up before bringing on a special guest next! They fill you in on what’s been happening over the last couple of weeks, including watching the Super Bowl H...
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Season 5
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Episode 86
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34:52
Sleepover Session
This week on Not From Here, Isa and Riley come to you live from their Tuesday Night Sleepover at Riley's apartment! They dive into what has been going on in their lives and some of the ways they've grown in the past few years. From talking abou...
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Season 5
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Episode 85
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42:19
New Year, Still Figuring it Out
Happy New Year!! It’s been a few weeks since the girls last caught you up, but after taking some time off for the holidays and getting back into the swing of things, they have plenty to share in this week’s episode! Riley and Isa dive into upda...
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Season 5
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Episode 84
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35:46
The Ice Mountain
Ever feel like you’re climbing an endless ice mountain in the middle of a blizzard? Yeah… same.In this week’s episode, Riley and Isa sit down for an honest, heartfelt reflection on the past year. From moments that made them proud to one...
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Season 5
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Episode 83
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35:34
Season's Greetings!
After a streak of amazing guests, Riley & Isa are settling back into the home studio for a little holiday catch-up! The girls kick things off by reflecting on what they’ve learned from their guests the past few weeks - creating your own opp...
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Season 5
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Episode 82
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46:26
Seeing Double with Sarah Helbringer
This week on Not From Here, Riley and Isa are joined by multifaceted artist and actress, Sarah Helbringer! Originally from Buffalo, New York, Sarah shares the story of her move to New York City after undergrad and the creative path she’s carved...
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Episode 81
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50:41
The Backbone of NYC: Andie Fuentes
For Episode 80, Riley & Isa are sitting down with one of the brightest humans they know - actor and comedian Andie Fuentes! The girls chat with Andie about where her love for theatre began, the moment she knew acting was it for her, and how...
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Season 5
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Episode 80
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54:04
"Book The Room" with Morgan Wolfe
Episode 79 welcomes Talent Agent Morgan Wolfe of Resolute Artists Agency - who also happens to be Isa’s agent and a longtime friend of the pod! A former performer turned agent, Morgan brings a unique perspective to the conversation - sharing ho...
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Season 5
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Episode 79
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51:03
Spooky Season Send-Off
This week, Isa and Riley catch up during one last solo episode (for now!) before jumping into some fun guest interviews in the next coming weeks. They catch up on all the chaos lately - from neighbors calling in yet another noise complaint, to ...
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Season 5
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Episode 78
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46:50
ISA GOT ENGAGED!
BIG NEWS: ISA GOT ENGAGED!!!It was a big weekend for the Not From Here girls and this week’s episode is full of love, celebrations, and surprises! Riley and Isa dive into all of the details on Isa’s surprise engagement, and how it turne...
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Season 5
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Episode 77
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46:35
We're So Back.
After kicking off Season Five last week with the online drop of their live show, Riley and Isa are SO excited to be back behind the mic. In this episode, they’re catching you up on where they’ve been these past seven months! You can expect behi...
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48:54
Not From Here: Live!
*Episode 75 is a live recording of Not From Here: Live! and marks the start of Season 5*Not From Here: Live! is a unique, one night only, theatrical experience hosted by podcast co-hosts and best friends, Riley Klauza a...
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Season 5
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Episode 75
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1:33:52
“Abundance is a Mindset” with Leah Holt
For our season finale, we’re wrapping things up with a powerhouse guest! Leah Holt— NYC personal trainer and co-founder of Movement & Mindset, joins us to share her fitness journey, from beginning as a musical theatre major to making the le...
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Season 4
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Episode 73
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51:20
2 Years of Not From Here
This week on Not From Here, Riley and Isa are popping the (imaginary) champagne to celebrate two whole years of podcasting! 🥂✨In this special anniversary episode, Riley and Isa take a heartfelt (and giggly) look back at their fa...
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Season 4
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Episode 73
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45:17
Touch Grass
This week on Not From Here, Riley & Isa recap their weekend and Valentine’s Day before tackling the final stretch of seasonal depression—sharing tips on checking in with yourself and making some space for fun. They also share their...
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Season 4
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Episode 72
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44:13
Suffering for Art with Brianna Kaleen
This week on Not From Here, are chatting with actor and podcast host Brianna Kaleen, whose career has taken her from the Hairspray National Tour to regional theater stages and even a big win in a Times Square singing competition.Brianna ...
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Season 4
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Episode 71
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59:54
Growing Pains
Growth isn’t always comfortable - in fact, it rarely is. In this week’s episode, Riley & Isa explore what it means to sit with discomfort as we navigate change, uncertainty, and personal evolution. Why do we resist the uneasy parts of growt...
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Season 4
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Episode 70
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24:31
Struggles & Silver Linings
In this week’s episode, Riley and Isa are circling back to a previous conversation and sharing how 2025 is already throwing curveballs. From the ups and downs of auditioning at the A1 conference to Riley’s life as a dog mom, the girls chat abou...
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Season 4
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Episode 69
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43:16
Soft Girl Hour with Meghan Fitton
On this week’s episode of Not From Here, the girls are joined by the incredibly talented actress, singer/songwriter, and self-proclaimed soft girl, Meghan Fitton! Meghan takes us through her journey from her Massachusetts roots to disc...
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55:45
Maybe This Year
In the first episode of the new year, Riley and Isa catch up on life, reflect on the 2024 holiday season, and share their resolutions as they dive into what the next 12 months have in store! Riley brings the heat with a juicy 2024 Dati...
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Season 4
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Episode 67
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38:09
Alyssa Wray Wrapped
Christmas came early this year! 🎄 In their final episode of 2024, Riley and Isa are beyond thrilled to welcome the amazing Alyssa Wray as this week’s special guest! From her unforgettable run on American Idol Season 19 to starring in t...
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Season 4
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Episode 66
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48:47
Freaky Friday
On this “Freaky Friday” the 13th, Riley and Isa serve up a hilariously chaotic episode! They recap Wicked’s Golden Globe nominations, discuss standout characters like Boq, and spill the tea on shocking breakups like Sabrina Carpenter a...
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Season 4
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Episode 65
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39:52
Letting Out Your Inner Artist
This week Riley and Isa are back with a new episode after a two week Holiday break! There is lots to catch up on as they cover what they have been up to since they last spoke. Tune in to hear about their recent trips, favorite broadway shows, c...
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Season 4
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Episode 64
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41:07