Discussing the highs, lows and in-betweens of life as an actor. What's it like being one of the 98% of actors not currently employed. Hosted by Actors Oliver Powell & Emily Chase.
In episode 22 we talk to Actor/Writer/Director/Musician/Comedian... Well let's just say he's a man of many talents. Through our chat with the hilarious Amer, we explore his recent return to acting and his recent brush with Hollywood after booking a pilot for a big network. #CarrotBreak
On today's episode we talk to one of the U.K.'s leading headshot photographers, Pete Bartlett, about his career and what he thinks makes a great headshot.
We made it. 20 episodes! This week, we chat to Casting Director Rachel Sheridan about her career, her process and how deciding to quit acting led to a career she absolutely loves.
In this episode we chat to Actress Olivia Hallinan (Sugar Rush, Lark Rise to Candleford) about the ups and downs of being a child actor and how she navigated her way into a sustainable acting career as an adult.
A mini episode looking back at some of our recent discussions. We also talk about some new segments we're hoping will become regular features of the podcast, such as our 'actor's surgery'.
In today's episode we get distracted - a lot - by Mick the dog as we chat with Actress and Presenter Laura Whitmore about her eclectic career. Laura tells us how she got started, how she's rediscovering her roots and how she's finally no longer afraid to say "I'm an actor".
In this week's micro episode we do a luke warm 'hot take' on this year's Oscar winners. Ollie realises he's seen hardly any of the nominated films and Emily realises this is why we don't usually do 'on the fly' episodes. Expect searing critical analysis (don't) and insight on how to become a millionaire (There is none).
After a slightly longer than planned hiatus (Sorry) we're back with a great episode and a brilliant guest. Casting Director Nicky Bligh tells us how she got started in casting, how she approaches her work and most importantly if she's a dog or a cat person. Dont @ us!
On a special festive edition of the podcast we're joined by 3 great guests, each discussing a topic of their choosing. Jayne Aguire tells us about her experiences in the make-up trailer as an actress of colour, Mark Oosterveen asks whether it's possible for a male actor to be objectified after a recent review he read and Laura Evelyn (Currently appearing in Black Mirror: Bandersnatch) talks about her career and learning the lingo when you're on set.
On this week's epsiode we finally get into it. Agents. We discuss our experiences with previous agents and how communication and an open relationship can only be a good thing for your career.
We loved chatting to actress Elena Saurel (Gold Digger, Girlfriends, Living the Dream. We talked about astrology, summer camp and finding acting work in the UK when you dont have a British accent.
On episode 13 we're joined by Sophie Kingston-Smith, who is currently Casting Associate to Rose Wicksteed (Genius, The Nun). In a brilliant & insightful chat Sophie tells us what first drew her to casting and how the uncertainty of her own freelance career has a lot of similarities with that of an actor.
We had a great time chatting to actors Babou Ceesay & Lainy Boyle about how they juggle parenting with their acting careers. They both had lots of practical enlightening thoughts as we ask - How does becoming parents impact your acting career?
In episode 11 we're joined by the utterly brilliant actress & improvisor Katharine Bennett-Fox. Katharine tells us how she started improvising to help deal with a rough time in her life, how it's helped her as an actress and all about her time performing with improv school & theatre - The Free Association (The FA).
In Interval 2 we discuss the previous 5 episodes and the developments since recording them. Oh, and Ollie has a big rant about a recent commercial casting. Big. Huge.
The idea of having to 'network' makes most of us feel physically sick. However, we're told it's a crucial part of the job and you have to do it to get ahead. So, just how important is it? AND how does the continued rise of social networking platforms help or limit our ability to interact with the industry efficiently? This week we discuss the idea of networking and how best to do it. To network or not network, that is the question!
We're doing it... we're finally talking about headshots. The good, the bad and the very often ugly. We discuss our personal experiences of the many different headshots we've had over the years and ask THE question. Headshots - How important are they really?
Emily Lloyd-Saini is an Actress, Comedian, Writer, Improvisor and Radio Host; so when it comes to juggling, she's got more than a few balls in the air. Luckily that's exactly what we're discussing this week - juggling a multi-faceted career. It's almost as if we plan it!
In our first listener suggested topic, we discuss 'expectations'. How do you manage your expectations for auditions, careers and those of the people around you?... All without becoming consumed with bitterness when reality has something else in store for you.
After the briefest of breaks we return to talk about how you can set about creating your own work and regale you with stories from our chequered pasts of trying to create not wait to varying levels of success!
In the first of our 'intervals' we reflect about our previous 5 episodes and discuss some of the feedback and things we've learnt. We also talk about the Royal wedding because it was on in the background. Meghan was an actress, so it's totally relevant, right?
On this week's episode we discuss the pros and cons of formal drama school training in the UK. Why it's unique in the world and what we wish we knew when we left. Ollie also reveals the A-list actor that convinced him to quit after only a year (Kind of!).
To mark Mental Health Awareness Week, we're discussing the impact a career as an actor can have on your mental wellbeing. Ollie opens up about his struggles with depression and OCD, leaving Emily to supply the laughs in our most revealing and honest episode yet.
This week we're talking about the joys of unemployment a.k.a the majority of an actors life. Between us we've had almost every day job imaginable; in this episode we regale you with some of the funniest things we've done for money and what we do to keep ourselves motivated when we're 'resting'. Oh, and the snack of choice is double choc-chip cookies because... well, why not!
In this week's episode we discuss beauty, self-image and the growing pressure on actors to look a certain way. No stone is left unturned with botox, dodgy breakdowns and Ollie's hairline all under the microscope. Meanwhile, Emily eats lovehearts throughout...
British actors Oliver Powell & Emily Chase say hello to the wonderful world of podcasting with open and honest chats about the industry they're trying to sustain a career in. In episode 1 they lay out the plans for the series and start with a topic close to their own hearts - The magical world of commercials!
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