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Eating While Broke

MIKE MERRILL - Cracking Through Adversity

03 Jul 2025

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In this powerful episode of Eating While Broke, host Coline Witt sits down with actor Mike Merrill to discuss his remarkable journey from humble beginnings to Hollywood success. Mike opens up about the struggles he faced while trying to break into the acting industry, including living out of his car and working as an Uber driver in Atlanta—all while holding onto his faith and determination. As they prepare a simple, budget-friendly spinach, mozzarella, and onion omelet with turkey bacon—a meal Mike relied on during tough times—he shares candid stories about overcoming adversity, the importance of family, and the spiritual strength that kept him moving forward. Mike details his breakthrough moment in Tyler Perry’s A Fall From Grace and offers behind-the-scenes insights into working with Tyler Perry, Taraji P. Henson, and other notable cast members. Whether you’re an aspiring actor, a fan of inspiring comeback stories, or looking for budget meal ideas, this episode is packed with motivation, practical advice, and heartfelt moments about faith, financial literacy, and the reality of pursuing dreams in Hollywood. -CONNECT WITH US:Instagram: @eatingwhilebrokeWebsite: www.eatingwhilebroke.com  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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