{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"276. Theon Walls: How Faith, Grit & a Phone Call Changed Everything","description":"   \u201cWhen the phone rings \u2014 you\u2019ve got to pick it up. No matter how small it seems, that call might change your life.\u201d \u2014 Theon Walls In this powerful episode of Turmeric & Tequila\u2122, host Kristen M. Olson sits down with actor, musician, and creative powerhouse Theon Walls \u2014 best known for his breakout role as Dibo in Netflix\u2019s Beauty in Black. Theon shares his remarkable journey from audio engineer to screen actor, opening up about the mental health challenges, faith, and divine timing that led him to his true calling. From a mysterious phone call that changed everything to lessons in patience, purpose, and self-belief, this conversation dives deep into resilience, spirituality, and the art of showing up when the universe calls. Tune in for a soulful reminder that sometimes, the smallest \u201cyes\u201d can transform your life. Episode Highlights: Theon\u2019s background in music and how creativity became his first love Battling depression during the pandemic and rediscovering purpose through acting The mysterious phone call that changed his life \u2014 leading to The Color Purple casting How faith, spirituality, and stubbornness shaped his path Lessons from rejection, authenticity, and finding peace in creative vulnerability The power of saying \u201cyes\u201d to the unknown and trusting divine timing Timestamps: 0:00 \u2013 3:00 | Intro + how Kristen and Theon met at Podfest (and tequila makes an appearance!) 5:00 \u2013 10:00 | Theon\u2019s early life, musical roots, and first creative sparks 11:00 \u2013 20:00 | Depression, lockdown reflections, and the mysterious call about The Color Purple 21:00 \u2013 27:00 | How acting became healing and erased years of depression 28:00 \u2013 35:00 | Faith, spirituality, and trusting the universe 36:00 \u2013 42:00 | Lessons from rejection, resilience, and stubborn persistence 43:00 \u2013 50:00 | Living truthfully under imaginary circumstances: The Meisner method 51:00 \u2013 End | Final words on alignment, purpose, and the power of not giving up Theon Walls: Born and raised in Savannah, Georgia, actor Theon Walls brings a unique blend of Southern roots and artistic versatility to the screen. Known for his breakout role as Debo in the Netflix series Beauty In Black, Theon is also a multi-instrumentalist with a passion for storytelling through both music and performance. With a grounded presence and dynamic range, Theon continues to build a career defined by creativity, authenticity, and connection. Films & Hopes: Beauty In Black (Netflix), Tulsa King (Paramount Plus), Diarra From Detroit (BET+) and general good vibes for all. @TheonWalls   Connect with T&T: IG: @TurmericTequila Facebook: @TurmericAndTequila Website: www.TurmericAndTequila.com Host: Kristen Olson IG: @Madonnashero Tik Tok: @Madonnashero Website: www.KOAlliance.com WATCH HERE   MORE LIKE THIS: https:\/\/youtu.be\/ZCFQSpFoAgI?si=Erg8_2eH8uyEgYZF   https:\/\/youtu.be\/piCU9JboWuY?si=qLdhFKCGdBzuAeuI https:\/\/youtu.be\/9Vs2JDzJJXk?si=dpjV31GDqTroUKWH ","author_name":"Turmeric and Tequila\u2122","author_url":"http:\/\/turmericandtequila.libsyn.com\/website","html":"