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Follow Brian and Ethan, two driven young actors as they tackle todays news and stories, along with the challenges of making it in Los Angeles.

Brian Riley Jr. & Ethan Cooper


    • Jul 5, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 47m AVG DURATION
    • 117 EPISODES


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    Act Your Age | Episode 116

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2022 36:43


    In this weeks episode, Ethan and Brian discuss the highs and lows facing the film industry at this time.  This includes, an amazing performance by Austin Butler in the film "Elvis", the incredible/interesting casting of the upcoming film "Barbie", and so much more! 

    Act Your Age | Episode 115

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2022 35:46


    In this weeks episode, Ethan and Brian discuss the importance of being the best version of yourself that you can be.  In addition, they discuss a number of actor's in the spot light which includes, Miles Teller, Ezra Miller, and Tom Cruise. 

    Act Your Age | Episode 114

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2022 30:35


    In this weeks episode, Ethan talks about his exciting upcoming shoot.  This conversation leads into the news of Neve Campbell's salary dispute, the art of film making, and artistic integrity. 

    Act Your Age | Episode 113

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2022 30:54


    This week Brian and Ethan discuss “Top Gun: Maverick”. The much anticipated sequel to the 1986 classic starring Tom Cruise, Val Kilmer and others.They go on to discuss the creative drive within Tom Cruise and the crew behind this amazing sequel.They close on the topic of Quentin Tarantino. A man known for making and producing uncompromisingly creative films. Quentin Tarantino and his long time friend Roger Avery are releasing their own podcast, centered around old films and stories.

    Act Your Age | Episode 112

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2022 33:09


    In this weeks episode, Brian and Ethan discuss the idea of change.  In addition they talk about topics such a the LEGEND of Ray Liotta, the never fading star that is Tom Cruise, and the choices the industry has been making recently. 

    Act Your Age | Episode 111

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2022 35:21


    In this weeks episode, Ethan and Brian discuss the current state of the entertainment industry.  This includes current news such as the series "She-Hulk", Tom Cruise's stance on streaming platforms, and the upcoming film "Prey". 

    Act Your Age | Episode 110

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2022 32:48


    This week Ethan and Brian discuss investing in yourself. What is it that you're doing from 5-9 to further your goals or dream? What is your outlook like? Optimistic or pessimistic?They go on to discuss some promising new films coming to theaters soon such as "Avatar 2: The Way of Water" and Tom Cruise's "Top Gun: Maverick."

    Act Your Age | Episode 109

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2022 34:19


    In this weeks episode, Ethan and Brian discuss topics such as Christian Bale in his upcoming take as a Marvel villain, the repercussions of attacking Dave Chappelle, and the legend of Josh Brolin.  These topics lead to the overall message of us all being enough for whatever our goals are, but only if we are willing to put in the time and work that it takes to make those goals a reality. 

    Act Your Age | Episode 108

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2022 35:56


    This week Ethan and Brian discuss the often over looked piece of the creative puzzle. Down time. The film industry is half “we need you RIGHT NOW!” and half “be early to wait”. Finding ways to keep yourself not only occupied, but also fulfilled is imperative to your creative process. Don't be afraid to find out what those are for YOU.In the second half of the episode they close on the topic of moderation. Just like finding other hobbies/activities is important, it's also important that you practice those hobbies in moderation so other areas of your life do not suffer. Get after it!

    Act Your Age | Episode 107

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2022 38:49


    In this weeks episode, Ethan and Brian discuss the difference the "correct" perspective can make when chasing dreams, reaching goals, and living life.  In addition, they dive into this weeks news which, includes topics such as Mike Tyson, Jason Mamoa, and Josh Hartnett.  

    Act Your Age | Episode 106

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2022 44:06


    This week Ethan and Brian discuss the current state of the film industry. Whether it's the state of failing blockbusters or a student film you're after. There are different ways to navigate this tricky industry and finding your way is key. So is moderation.They close on the freedom of being able to pivot if your passion, or priorities change. 

    Act Your Age | Episode 105

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2022 29:21


    This week Brian and Ethan discuss a few new film releases in the domestic and international market. Most notably Sony's new film "Morbius" with lead Jared Leto. Ethan and Brian discuss his performance and range as not only an actor but a musician.They go onto discuss Bruce Willis's retirement from film amid his public aphasia diagnosis. Breaking down legendary roles from "Pulp Fiction" to the "5th Element" up tp his new works...In closing they share their thoughts on Tiger Woods comeback game at The Master's and the mentality needed to not only comeback but to maintain the name!

    Act Your Age | Episode 104

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2022 46:26


    In this weeks episode, Ethan and Brian dive deeper into the complex issue that is celebrity.  Examples such as Will Smith, Kanye West, and Jordan Peterson are all discussed.  In addition, this brings up the bigger issue of what our society has become and where it could go if we aren't careful.

    Act Your Age | Episode 103

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2022 52:49


    In this weeks episode, it is all about the Oscars!  That includes Ethan and Brian's take on this year's nominations, the $140,000 gift bags, new nomination guidelines, and what the biggest difference between the Oscars of the past versus today. 

    Act Your Age | Episode 102

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2022 42:14


    This week Ethan and Brian discuss "The Batman". Warner Brothers has launched their latest version of the iconic vigilante, played by none other than Robert Pattinson.They also discuss a recent lecture by popular speaker Jordan B. Peterson,. The topic at hand being negotiation and how to do it (at least how to do it better).

    Act Your Age | Episode 101

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2022 31:19


    This week Brian and Ethan discuss perspective and purpose. One affects the other and while  maintaining a healthy perspective as well as a sense of purpose can be difficult these days, Ethan and Brian want to remind you of the value these things give us. As always, go out and get after your goals!

    Act Your Age | Episode 100

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2022 41:55


    In their 100th episode, Ethan and Brian look back on what the podcast, the entertainment industry, and their paths as actors have become in the past two years!  In addition they discuss this weeks topics such as the success of "The Batman", "Euphoria" finale, and Nicolas Cage taking on the role of Nicolas Cage.  

    Act Your Age | Episode 99

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2022 35:17


    This week Brian and Ethan discuss Sean Penn's new documentary (in the making) regarding the conflict in Ukraine. Midway through they share their thoughts on comprising - when you should, and when you shouldn't.They close on the topic of nudity in Hollywood, and what it could mean for actors. It's not a new phenomenon but rather a growing one with hit shows like HBO's Euphoria and others who have taken audience's by storm. 

    Act Your Age | Episode 98

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2022 44:11


    In this weeks episode, Ethan and Brian discuss a number of entertainers such as Kanye West's new Netflix documentary, Bruce Willis new way of making films, and Chris Diamantopoulos's inspiring journey to reach his childhood dream. All of the stories discussed come back to the importance of continuously reigniting that fire that drives you to becoming your best self. 

    Act Your Age | Episode 97

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2022 38:58


    This week Ethan and Brian discuss the newly released Oscar nominations, and what they could mean for our industry going forward.They close on the value of making your own opportunities. You have to grind for your food in this industry, there is no free lunch. That said, you can always embrace other interests in the meantime, there's no shame in having hobbies - in fact they can get you through the slow times while also making you a more well rounded artist! 

    Act Your Age | Episode 96

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2022 47:05


    In this week's episode, Ethan and Brian discuss their week, which lead them to the bigger topic of having confidence in decision-making. This episode brings up many decisions actors, and professionals in other industries, have to make during their journey towards success.

    Act Your Age | Episode 95

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2022 41:44


    This week Brian and Ethan discuss the crucial value of identifying and eliminating our poor habits. “Watch your thoughts, they become words;watch your words, they become actions;watch your actions, they become habits;watch your habits, they become character;watch your character, for it becomes your destiny.”By doing this, you will make the most out of your life, and that's what this podcast is all about!

    Act Your Age | Episode 94

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2022 37:19


    In this weeks episode, Ethan and Brian discuss their weeks which leads into a conversation of how taking on the challenges in your life can open up new ways at reaching your goals.  In addition, they dive into topics such as the upcoming series "Moon Knight", Oscar Isaac, Tom Cruise, and so much more! 

    Act Your Age | Episode 93

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2022 37:15


    This week Ethan and Brian discuss Netflix's new musical 'Tick Tick Boom!' and the compelling story of Jonathon Larson, one of Broadway's greatest playwrights!

    Act Your Age | Episode 92

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2022 39:12


    This week Brian and Ethan discuss a winners mindset and the necessity for commitment. Whatever you chose to do in life, be it a hobby, a chore, a career, you have to commit to it 100%. You can't be successful with one foot in and one foot out. They close with their thoughts on Marvels latest film "Spider-Man: No Way Home". and short to say it's a must see. Listen and find out why!

    Act Your Age | Episode 91

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2022 35:07


    Ethan and Brian are back!!  This week they discuss topics such as the new "Matrix" film, "Don't Look Up", the "Avatar" franchise, and a lot more. All of these topics lead to the bigger discussion of where the film industry is today and where it may be heading! 

    Act Your Age | Episode 90

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2021 41:23


    In this weeks episode, Ethan and Brian discuss the importance of taking every task head on no matter how large or small in the journey of becoming your best self! In addition, they dive into topics such as Spiderman's huge box office success, the business of film making today, and Spike Lee's new partnership with Netflix. 

    Act Your Age | Episode 89

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2021 30:23


    When it comes to artists who put in both the work and keep the faith, few other actors come to mind than Jeremy Renner. So naturally Brian and Ethan want to breakdown his amazing career and what it means for those of us putting in the reps in this crazy industry.

    Act Your Age | Episode 88

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2021 34:05


    In this weeks episode, Ethan and Brian discuss the need for setting plans to reach your goals and sticking to them through adversity.  With this topic they bring up the example of the newly released film, "King Richard" which details Venus and Serena Williams dominant rise to the top of their sport.  In addition, a recent interview with actor John Cho sparks the discussion of the subjective rules and guidelines that are placed on many attempting to reach their goals and the need to triumph passed them.  

    Act Your Age | Episode 87

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2021 37:14


    This week Ethan and Brian discussed the  value of both ambition and gratitude. Going into the new year we want you guys to have the best mindset as possible. So count your victories no matter how small and keep grinding, we believe in you!

    Act Your Age | Episode 86

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2021 42:33


    This week Brian talks about his morning which sparks a bigger discussion with Ethan on the necessity to be in the right place physically to chase your dream but also mentally.  One doesn't work without the other!

    Act Your Age | Episode 85

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2021 36:28


    In this week's episode, Ethan and Brian break down their week of auditions and how they have seen a changed in themselves as actors.  In addition, they discuss Ethan's open mic experience  this week and how it relates to what is needed for growth as an actor, professional, and human being. 

    Act Your Age | Episode 84

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2021 42:46


    This week Brian and Ethan share their thoughts on the recent tragedy at rapper Travis Scott's concert in Houston, Texas. They speak  less on entertainment news and more-so on the value and the fragility of life. Make sure you're living your life to the fullest everyone, make today YOUR DAY.

    Act Your Age | Episode 83

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2021 36:25


    This week Ethan and Brian breakdown and discuss the newly released long awaited film 'Dune" . They share their respective non-spoiler opinions on Denis Villeneuve's fresh take on the franchise.  They close  with their thoughts on Timothée Chalemet's recent career choices and the many payoffs of hard work.

    Act Your Age | Episode 82

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2021 44:26


    This week Ethan and Brian discuss the new Ridley Scott film “The Last Duel” and hit on the differences between union and non-union sets.They end with their thoughts regarding the recent tragedy on the film set of “Rust”.

    Act Your Age | Episode 81

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2021 35:05


    In this weeks episode, Brian and Ethan talk about multiple examples of taking control of your own career!  In addition, they discuss the large number of super hero films coming out, the hot and cold career of an actor, and so much more!

    Act Your Age | Episode 80

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2021 38:16


    In this weeks episode, Ethan and Brian discuss how to carry yourself with respect and trust your gut within the entertainment industry.  In addition, they dive into the massive Netflix hit series, "Squid Game" and what makes it success so incredible. 

    Act Your Age | Episode 79

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2021 40:01


    In this week's episode, Ethan and Brian dive deep into the need to look outside of your comfort zone when trying to be great!  In addition, they discuss the massive films that are finally coming to theaters and what it means for the state of the industry.

    Act Your Age | Episode 78

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2021 39:10


    This week, Brian and Ethan open with a discussion on the the necessity of work. Whether it's your time on set or with an instructor, you should always be working on your craft. They close with their thoughts on how Hollywood determines which films and scripts are green lit and what that means for the industry.

    Act Your Age | Episode 77

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2021 41:19


    In this weeks episode, Ethan and Brian discuss the need to never over look an opportunity within the film industry.  In addition they dive into great topics such as "The Actors Life A Survival Guide" written by Jenna Fischer, "Top Gun", Christopher Nolan's unprecedented negotiating ability, and the comedic legend Norm Macdonald.

    Act Your Age | Episode 76

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2021 36:34


    In this weeks episode, Brian and Ethan get the week started with a number of large topics within the industry.  They discuss the legacy of Michael K. Williams and the changing landscape of Hollywood due to the new era of streaming platforms.  In addition, they talk about the unbelievable casts of upcoming films such as, "DUNE", "The Last Duel", and "The Matrix 4"!

    Act Your Age | Episode 75

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2021 49:25


    In this weeks episode, Brian and Ethan discuss their busy weeks full of travel, auditions, and more!  In addition, they talk about why they are excited for Kristen Stewart's big opportunity in the upcoming Princess Diana biopic, "Spencer", the upcoming "Dune" film, and other interesting topics from this week.  

    Act Your Age | Episode 74

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2021 46:41


    In this week's episode, Ethan and Brian discuss the importance of bringing the special attributes you possess to auditions.  In addition, they discuss the new Spider Man trailer, The Matrix 4, Tom Cruise's thousands of bike jumps, and Kevin Hart's impressive work ethic. 

    Act Your Age | Episode 73

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2021 41:45


    In this weeks episode, Ethan and Brian discuss their busy week's of acting.  In addition, they discuss the career of Anthony Mackie, Tesla's robot announcement, and the different takeaways they received this week. 

    Act Your Age | Episode 72

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2021 45:29


    In this weeks episode, Ethan and Brian discuss topics ranging from Sylvester Stallone's 6 decade run at the top of the film industry, "South Park" creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone's huge ViacomCBS deal, and the need to keep pushing your limits within whatever career path you have chosen for yourself. 

    Act Your Age | Episode 71

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2021 43:44


    This week, Brian and Ethan discuss the drive and mindset that's necessary to create a successful career. The secret ingredient being a love for "the process".They close with a discourse on happiness vs meaning, and which of the two is sustaining.

    Act Your Age | Episode 70

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2021 43:37


    This week Ethan and Brian break down a  recent lawsuit between Scarlett Johansson and Disney over their film “Black Widow” and why it's relevant to the times we live in within our industry.

    Act Your Age | Episode 69

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2021 38:38


    In this weeks episode, Brian and Ethan look to director Tyler Grey and actor Adam Driver as good representations of hard work and dedication paying off within the industry.  In addition, they discuss the many changes occurring within the NFL, entertainment industry, and Los Angeles regarding COVID protocol. 

    Act Your Age | Episode 68

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2021 40:46


    In this weeks episode, Ethan and Brian dive deep into the many ways people within the entertainment industry can use "small" opportunities to create future large career moments.  In addition, they discuss this weeks news such as Conor McGregor's broken leg, the recently announced comeback of "MTV Cribs", and the obvious impact of reality tv within the entertainment industry. 

    Act Your Age | Episode 67

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2021 51:01


    This week Brian and Ethan discuss two iconic and yet polarizing men. Connor McGregor and Curtis James Jackson III, better known as 50 Cent.Both came from extreme lows and yet as time goes on both have reached more & more success. Regardless of being a rapper, or a producer, or a top tier combat sports technician, there are universal lessons that can be learned from these individuals.

    Act Your Age | Episode 66

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 50:30


    In this weeks episode, Ethan and Brian breakdown realistic goal setting within the entertainment industry as an important key to not burning out.  In addition, they discuss topics such as Netflix partnership with Steven Spielberg, the newly released "In the Heights", and so much more!

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