The 98%

Get your festive gear on, grab a drink, and hunker down for a jam packed Christmas episode including listener stories, some VIA ('very important animal') introductions and a generous helping of classic 98% chat from Alexa and Katie.  / We are very excited to be back on the mic, with many new episodes in the bank and/or scheduled to record for a brand new series starting in the New Year! But for now, please enjoy a festive check in on relatable, realistic and humorous accounts from #actorslife.  / Huge thanks to our listener guests... Olivia (@Olivia_Gaidry on twitter, instagram and TikTok) Sven (@SvenMaertenson twitter and instagram) Jamie (@jimthevic on instagram) Trev (@trevfleming1 on twitter and instagram) and Pete (@peteromooney on instagram and @taxbackandcraic for his actor tax service)   You can listen again to BardsBiz's music outro song here https://bardsbiz.bandcamp.com/track/carol-of-the-bells and follow @bardsbiz on youtube and twitter for more musical creations! / Follow us at our new instagram page! We have lots of great things cooking up, including some industry lives with casting directors in the new year! @the98percentpod   / Twitter: @the98percentpod / If you've benefited from and enjoyed the podcast and want to give a little back this festive season, we have a ko-fi where every penny thrown in our hat goes straight into contributing towards the costs of running the podcast and creating helpful content online for actors. Every little helps and is so appreciated! https://ko-fi.com/the98percent  / Alternatively you can become a monthly patreon supporter for access to extra content and behind the scenes looks! https://www.patreon.com/the98percentpod  / New to The 98%? There's 3 whole seasons and 2 mini series' to catch up on! Get ready for a no hold back, brutally honest look at what the life of an actor is *really* like. With funny anecdotes, honest chats with industry professionals and tips and advice that any actor/creative can benefit from...the reality of #actorslife is really like in a way you've never heard before. / Get 25% off your monthly subscription of WeAudition with the code 9825. WeAudition connects you with self tape readers and acting coaches around the globe as well as casting calls and chances to video chat with some of the industry's top casting directors! You can also earn money by being a reader for someone else! www.weaudition.com 

In this episode Katie and Alexa have a catch up and fill you in on what's been happening behind the scenes. Hear about how things have been going for Katie in the writer's chair and why Alexa is feeling like she's stuck in a rut with classic frustrations for the 98% of actors. Grab a drink and pretend you're joining us at the pub for a classic #actorslife chat. It's shit, but we're all bloody brilliant!-New to The 98%? There's 3 whole series for you to catch up on! Get ready for a no hold back, brutally honest look at being an actor like you've never heard before. With funny anecdotes, tips and advice and amazing insight from a range of industry professionals, from award winning casting directors and producers to fellow actors in The 98%.-Want to connect with other actors around the world, be coached, see castings, read in for self tapes or earn money reading for others? You can do all this and more at https://www.weaudition.com with 25% off your monthly subscription with the discount code 9825!-If you benefit from listening to the podcast and want to give a little back in a monetary sense to help with the upkeep of the technical side of podcasting, you can become a patron at https://www.patreon.com/the98percentpodEvery penny goes towards helping us be less out of pocket in keeping the podcast going - and there are perks and extras to be had in exchange!-Follow us on twitter! @the98percentpodCheck out our website and read our blog at www.the98percentpod.com -You can find Alexa and Katie on twitter@alexamorden @KatieElinSaltOr instagram @alexa_morden @katieelinsalt See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

WeAudition have been trailblazers in the world of helping actors and making opportunity more accessible for years now, and have been supporters of the podcast for a long time. In this episode you can hear an abundance of positive stories, inspirational ideas and aspirational hope from co-founder Darren Darnborough as well as finding out how this platform came to be and why it's worth joining! Heralded by casting directors and actors alike, WeAudition has a range of opportunities from connecting with and auditioning for top industry professionals, to earning a wage from reading for, advising and working with other actors all from the comfort of your own home! Visit https://www.weaudition.com/ now to join using our discount code 9825 and follow @the98percentpod and @WeAudition on twitter to find a giveaway organised for the release of this episode! As Darren says “The best talent isn't necessarily in LA or London” and opportunity shouldn't just be available in those places either! Get ready to finish this episode with a smile on your face and a spring in your step!.If you benefit from listening to the podcast and want to give a little back in a monetary sense to help with the upkeep of the technical side of podcasting, you can become a patron at https://www.patreon.com/the98percentpodEvery penny goes towards helping us be less out of pocket in keeping the podcast going - and there are perks and extras to be had in exchange!-Follow us on twitter! @the98percentpodCheck out our website and read our blog at www.the98percentpod.com -You can find Alexa and Katie on twitter@alexamorden @KatieElinSaltOr instagram @alexa_morden @katieelinsalt See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this mini series of The 98%, hear from some actors who have made it their mission to help others, specifically actors in The 98%. In this episode join Alexa, Rob and Elliot as they discuss Flairbox; a global online community of performers that allows talented individuals to perform, connect and be discovered for what matters most – their talent. Hear about how the co-founders have used their experiences and ideas about how anyone should have the opportunity to be discovered to create a place where this is possible, no matter what credits you have on your CV. Flairbox is a digital stage where you're going to want to showcase yourself! Follow @the98percentpod and @FlairBoxCO to find a generous giveaway from Flairbox in conjunction with this episode and visit https://www.flairbox.co/ to get started on your journey to being seen by top industry professionals and like minded creatives..We are so excited to be part of Canada's biggest comedy podcast network Comedy Here Often! You can help us help more actors by telling your friends about The 98% and where to find us so we can extend our reach! From two nervous actors deciding to start a podcast on a living room floor in South East London to being signed to a network, we want to help break the stigma of being a jobbing actor in as many ways and as far around the world as possible, thank you for helping us do that! -New to The 98%? There's 3 whole series for you to catch up on! Get ready for a no hold back, brutally honest look at being an actor like you've never heard before. With funny anecdotes, tips and advice and amazing insight from a range of industry professionals, from award winning casting directors and producers to fellow actors in The 98%.-If you benefit from listening to the podcast and want to give a little back in a monetary sense to help with the upkeep of the technical side of podcasting, you can become a patron at https://www.patreon.com/the98percentpodEvery penny goes towards helping us be less out of pocket in keeping the podcast going - and there are perks and extras to be had in exchange!-Want to connect with other actors around the world, be coached, see castings, read in for self tapes or earn money reading for others? You can do all this and more at https://www.weaudition.com with 25% off your monthly subscription with the discount code 9825!-Follow us on twitter! @the98percentpodCheck out our website and read our blog at www.the98percentpod.com -You can find Alexa and Katie on twitter@alexamorden @KatieElinSaltOr instagram @alexa_morden @katieelinsalt See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mic, Concern, Reaction; where Alexa and Katie discuss current goings on in the industry, hot off the press, that specifically relate to The 98% of actors. In this episode, following on from the twitter storm in response to Rufus Norris' comments quoted in a recent article for The Stage, Alexa and Katie chat to Alastair Coomer, head of casting at The National, about the context of the artistic directors comments, the nuances of the issues raised and have honest and open look at casting for the company. Katie and Alexa ask the bold questions many actors want to hear the answer to and Alastair answers with candidness, making for an incredibly informative and open discussion that everyone from both sides of the table can benefit from..Let us know what you think on twitter! @the98percentpodVisit our website and blog for more fun and informative stuff www.the98percentpod.com.If you find The 98% helpful and want to support the podcast please visit our patreon page. https://www.patreon.com/the98percentpod Every penny goes towards helping us be less out of pocket in keeping the podcast going - and there are perks and extras to be had in exchange!.Want to connect with other actors around the world, be coached, see castings, read in for self tapes or earn money reading for others? You can do all this and more at https://www.weaudition.com with 25% off your monthly subscription with the discount code 9825! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join in some festive fun with Alexa, Katie and the return of Philip Joel (aka the King of Panto!) as they relive panto experiences (the illusion of panto may be ruined forever!), shocking celebrity encounters (Brian Blessed did WHAT now?!) and revel in all the holiday and performance delights that pantomime can bring! If you take a sip of your boozy beverage for every time a hilarious or toe curling story is shared in this episode...you won't be sober for very long!For more Christmas content relevant to the 98% of actors who don't earn their main income from acting work, you can listen to the Christmas crossover episode from 2018 where Katie and Alexa team up with Andrew Keates of The Show People Podcast for festive games, stories and all too relatable jobbing actor experiences at Christmas. You can also listen on your podcast provider to previously released "Twas The Night Before Christmas"!Follow Phil on twitter @PhilipJoel and instagram @PhilipJoel87To hear more from Phil you can listen to S3E12 of The 98% where you can hear all about his viral videos, his thoughts about mental health in the industry, and more!Want to check out what Phil has been working on? Watch Snow White at the Gatehouse Theatre in Stafford or Cinderella at the Millfield Theatre in Edmonton, London! Both shows run until Friday December 31st and tickets are limited so get booking! (And don't forget to wear yer mask!)-New to The 98%? There's 3 whole series for you to catch up on! Get ready for a no hold back, brutally honest look at being an actor like you've never heard before. With funny anecdotes, tips and advice and amazing insight from a range of industry professionals, from award winning casting directors and producers to fellow actors in The 98%.-If you benefit from listening to the podcast and want to give a little back in a monetary sense to help with the upkeep of the technical side of podcasting, you can become a patron at https://www.patreon.com/the98percentpodEvery penny goes towards helping us be less out of pocket in keeping the podcast going - and there are perks and extras to be had in exchange! Including early release, ad free episodes and bonus content.-Want to connect with other actors around the world, be coached, see castings, read in for self tapes or earn money reading for others? You can do all this and more at https://www.weaudition.com with 25% off your monthly subscription with the discount code 9825!-Follow us on twitter! @the98percentpodCheck out our website and read our blog at www.the98percentpod.com-You can find Alexa and Katie on twitter @alexamorden @KatieElinSaltOr instagram @alexa_morden @katieelinsalt See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's time for another round of Mic, Concern, Reaction where Katie and Alexa give their hot takes on current goings on in the industry. This episode was recorded in August so if it seems heavy on the hot takes and light on the ‘current'…that's why! The podcasting break was longer than anticipated because of sorting things with the network! (“The network”…check us out!!) *Trigger Warning* - please be aware that in this episode Alexa and Katie discuss transphobia, with a brief mention of the violence trans people experience in the world today. If you are sensitive to this subject you can skip from 2:50 mins to 23:30 mins into the episode.-We are so excited to be part of Canada's biggest comedy podcast network Comedy Here Often! You can help us help more actors by telling your friends about The 98% and where to find us so we can extend our reach! From two nervous actors deciding to start a podcast on a living room floor in South East London to being signed to a network, we want to help break the stigma of being a jobbing actor in as many ways and as far around the world as possible, thank you for helping us do that! We'll be back soon with our next miniseries on the theme of actors helping actors.-New to The 98%? There's 3 whole series for you to catch up on! Get ready for a no hold back, brutally honest look at being an actor like you've never heard before. With funny anecdotes, tips and advice and amazing insight from a range of industry professionals, from award winning casting directors and producers to fellow actors in The 98%.-If you benefit from listening to the podcast and want to give a little back in a monetary sense to help with the upkeep of the technical side of podcasting, you can become a patron at https://www.patreon.com/the98percentpodEvery penny goes towards helping us be less out of pocket in keeping the podcast going - and there are perks and extras to be had in exchange!-Want to connect with other actors around the world, be coached, see castings, read in for self tapes or earn money reading for others? You can do all this and more at https://www.weaudition.com with 25% off your monthly subscription with the discount code 9825!-Follow us on twitter! @the98percentpodCheck out our website and read our blog at www.the98percentpod.com -You can find Alexa and Katie on twitter@alexamorden @KatieElinSaltOr instagram @alexa_morden @katieelinsalt See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

You know that thing that actors with representation dread? What's it like when it happens, in a pandemic, on Friday the 13th, and the friend you call for support tells you the exact same thing just happened to them? Well, you're about to find out…In this episode of The 98%'s welcome back mini series you'll hear laughs, lamentations, advice and unexpected positivity and understanding in regards to being dumped…Not by your boyfriend, employer or therapist. But your agent! -New to The 98%? There's 3 whole series for you to catch up on! Get ready for a no hold back, brutally honest look at being an actor like you've never heard before. With funny anecdotes, tips and advice and amazing insight from a range of industry professionals, from award winning casting directors and producers to fellow actors in The 98%.-If you benefit from listening to the podcast and want to give a little back in a monetary sense to help with the upkeep of the technical side of podcasting, you can become a patron at https://www.patreon.com/the98percentpodEvery penny goes towards helping us be less out of pocket in keeping the podcast going - and there are perks and extras to be had in exchange!-Want to connect with other actors around the world, be coached, see castings, read in for self tapes or earn money reading for others? You can do all this and more at https://www.weaudition.com with 25% off your monthly subscription with the discount code 9825!-Follow us on twitter! @the98percentpodCheck out our website and read our blog at www.the98percentpod.com -You can find Alexa and Katie on twitter@alexamorden @KatieElinSaltOr instagram @alexa_morden @katieelinsalt See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The 98% Is BACK! Instead of doing a full fourth series with a new episode every fortnight you will be getting podcast instalments as mini series', and here is the first! 4 whole episodes all ready for your earholes at once!!This first mini series is a welcome back with Alexa and Katie doing what they do best…sharing some real #actorslife stories, having a giggle, shining a spotlight on parts of the industry that need to change and updating you all on their current actor struggles and thoughts.PLUS there is exciting news to be shared…you may see that The 98% is being brought to you by acast now and you're soon to find out why…-New to The 98%? There's 3 whole series for you to catch up on! Get ready for a no hold back, brutally honest look at being an actor like you've never heard before. With funny anecdotes, tips and advice and amazing insight from a range of industry professionals, from award winning casting directors and producers to fellow actors in The 98%.-As The 98% develops we want to share a heartfelt thank you to our listeners, followers, guests and supporters. Whether you've been listening since the beginning or are new tuning in now - we appreciate every single one of you and thank you for helping us get to where we are today. While we are still working day jobs to pay bills and trying to find time to record managing 2 timezones and multiple guests, your patience during our break and continued support is hugely appreciated. We are excited to see where The 98% goes and to have you along for the ride!-If you benefit from listening to the podcast and want to give a little back in a monetary sense to help with the upkeep of the technical side of podcasting, you can become a patron at https://www.patreon.com/the98percentpodEvery penny goes towards helping us be less out of pocket in keeping the podcast going - and there are perks and extras to be had in exchange!-Want to connect with other actors around the world, be coached, see castings, read in for self tapes or earn money reading for others? You can do all this and more at https://www.weaudition.com with 25% off your monthly subscription with the discount code 9825!-Follow us on twitter! @the98percentpodCheck out our website and read our blog at www.the98percentpod.com -You can find Alexa and Katie on twitter@alexamorden @KatieElinSaltOr instagram @alexa_morden @katieelinsalt See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

'Where are they now?' In this episode Alexa and Katie hear from some previous guests of The 98% with their updates and where they've found themselves 18 months into the pandemic. There's wise words, inspiration and relatability jam packed into this episode while still holding on to what The 98% is all about…you are not your CV and there's far more places to find your validity. -New to The 98%? There's 3 whole series for you to catch up on! Get ready for a no hold back, brutally honest look at being an actor like you've never heard before. With funny anecdotes, tips and advice and amazing insight from a range of industry professionals, from award winning casting directors and producers to fellow actors in The 98%.-If you benefit from listening to the podcast and want to give a little back in a monetary sense to help with the upkeep of the technical side of podcasting, you can become a patron at https://www.patreon.com/the98percentpodEvery penny goes towards helping us be less out of pocket in keeping the podcast going - and there are perks and extras to be had in exchange!-Want to connect with other actors around the world, be coached, see castings, read in for self tapes or earn money reading for others? You can do all this and more at https://www.weaudition.com with 25% off your monthly subscription with the discount code 9825!-Follow us on twitter! @the98percentpodCheck out our website and read our blog at www.the98percentpod.com -You can find Alexa and Katie on twitter @alexamorden @KatieElinSaltOr instagram @alexa_morden @katieelinsalt See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Alexa, Katie, Scarlett and Cathy recorded this episode in March of 2021. They continue to stand with all who have spoken out, before and since, about abusive behaviour in our industry.  In this collaboration episode between The 98% and Industry Minds, people's experiences of abuse in the arts are given a voice. Please be aware of the subject matter, as this episode covers a wide range of incidences of abuse and abuse of power. If you are affected by anything covered in this episode Samaritans has a free 24/7 helpline at 116 123.  If you believe you may have been a victim of a criminal offence and would like some confidential support and advice - you can call victim support for free 24 hours a day on 08081689111. You can also reach out and find out more at victimsupport.org.uk   Industry Minds offers free and low cost counselling to those in the arts with their counsellor Mary Burch BEM. Contact info@industryminds.co.uk While no one owes anyone their story, if you'd like to share any experiences, thoughts or responses in relation to this episode; join in the conversation on twitter using the hashtag #HearUs.  - To hear more of this podcast combo you can hear Scarlett and Cathy in an episode of The 98% (S3E15) And Alexa and Katie in an episode of Industry Minds (S4E3) - Follow on twitter @the98percentpod and @IndustryMindsUK Email the98percentpod@gmail.com and info@industryminds.co.uk  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

As mentioned at the end of Series 3, instead of another full series of The 98%, Katie and Alexa will be back with episodes in new and different formats. So here is the first instalment of "Mic, Concern, Reaction!" where Alexa and Katie share their thoughts, frustrations and hot takes on the current affairs of 98% life. You've probably heard of the happenings being discussed, and in a time where even meeting a friend for coffee is a no-no hopefully this will fill that void for you! So grab and cup of tea (or a G&T!) and sit down with your audio mates for some rants, raves and reviews! Want to know what's on the agenda beforehand? *That* casting in The Prom *That* distasteful casting director tweet *Those* cattle call tweets *That* shameful court case ...and lots more classic 98% chat! . Links and info of things mentioned: CONATCT us with your comments, thoughts and audio questions! the98percentpod@gmail.com SUPPORT our Patreon: https://r.search.yahoo.com/_ylt=AwrVk6LZwB1gSDYAegYXFwx.;_ylu=Y29sbwNncTEEcG9zAzEEdnRpZAMEc2VjA3Ny/RV=2/RE=1612591450/RO=10/RU=https%3a%2f%2fwww.patreon.com%2fthe98percentpod/RK=2/RS=EmTI6jx5G.eedN83h3pWMCVoSqU- WATCH 'Hers' https://vimeo.com/337750125 SUBSCRIBE to WeAudition with our code: 9825 SHOWREEL editing: DM @alexamorden on twitter FOLLOW @the98percentpod @alexamorden @KatieElinSalt See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Here we are again, the end of a series! And a THIRD series at that! All thanks to your support, downloads, shares and solidarity. It's an emotional rollercoaster of a season finale with laughter, impassioned discussion, a bit of emotion and a whole lot of gratitude. If you've enjoyed The 98% and the insight from its incredible guests this series you can give back during the Christmas season for free by: -Following The 98% on twitter (@the98percentpod) -Rating and Reviewing the podcast on iTunes  -Telling a friend about the podcast or posting on social media -And make us proud by giving yourself the freedom to OWN your space in this industry and disregarding any shame you've been made to feel about your journey!! If you want to go that extra mile you can support us on Patreon, where every penny goes towards the monthly payments we make to keep this podcast going and free to listen to. You also get perks! Including seeing the uncut, unedited video recording of the first 11 minutes of THIS episode to get a behind the scenes look at the traveljane and how podcast recording goes now we're 4000 miles away from each other! Thank you to WeAudition for their support this series. It's be awesome to be affiliated with another organisation made by actors, for actors. For 25% off your monthly subscription so you can have 1-1's with global casting directors, see casting calls, connect with other actors and be paid for being a reader for them all from the comfort of your home use discount code 9825! YOU ARE AMAZING. You, yes YOU, have played a part in our twitter growing from 0 followers to over 5000 and us being blown away after 100 downloads to now surpassing 100,000...from the bottom of our hearts, thank you. Alexa and Katie xXx See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In the penultimate episode of Series 3 of The 98% Alexa and Katie are joined by Crystal Leaity who shares her journey from seemingly having what every 98 percenter yearns for and why she left it behind to thrive in a new filmmaking venture. Follow Crystal on instagram: crystaleaity TW: Parts of this episode cover and discuss mental health and suicide. If you need support in your personal experiences with this please reach out at https://www.mind.org.uk https://www.samaritans.org https://uksobs.org  This episode is made in loving memory of Ruby Coral Leaity who wrote this poem: Bear Hunt  You can't go over it, You can't go under it, You've got to go through it. . Follow us on twitter! @the98percentpod Check out our website and read our blog at www.the98percentpod.com  Get 25% off your monthly subscription of WeAudition with the code 9825. WeAudition connects you with self tape readers and acting coaches around the globe as well as casting calls and chances to video chat with some of the industry's top casting directors! You can also earn money by being a reader for someone else! www.weaudition.com  If you'd like to take your support of The 98% a little bit further throw us a couple quid on our patreon page. Every little helps and goes towards paying for our podcast host page that keeps The 98% free and available to listen to in full. There is also a bonus episode on there for patrons only which includes never before heard clips that didn't make it into this series of the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/the98percentpod  Follow us on twitter @alexamorden @KatieElinSalt and instagram @alexa_morden @katieelinsalt See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The amazing women behind the Industry Minds podcast, Scarlett Maltman and Cathy Read, join The 98% today to talk about why they started their podcast and subsequent mental health support initiatives and their own journey's with mental health within the creative arts.  Find out more about Industry Minds at: https://www.industryminds.co.uk Book tickets for the Industry Minds Awards on November 30th 2020 here: https://hopemilltheatre.co.uk/events/industry-minds-online  Follow on Twitter/Instagram - @IndustryMindsUK For therapy inquiries email: mary@industryminds.co.uk  . MORE FAB COLLAB STUFF TO LISTEN TO! To listen to Katie and Alexa talk about their experiences of mental health and some behind the scenes chats about The 98% podcast listen to S4E3 of Industry Minds! A link to the episode on apple podcasts is here: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-98-alexa-morden-katie-elin-salt/id1435817082?i=1000456109724 In 2019 Alexa spoke at a live event hosted by Industry Minds and Bumble. The highlights of Alexa's panel discussion is on The 98%'s podcast feed as a bonus episode. A link to the episode on apple podcasts is here: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-98/id1354570696?i=1000439138847 . Follow us on twitter! @the98percentpod Check out our website and read our blog at www.the98percentpod.com    Get 25% off your monthly subscription of WeAudition with the code 9825. WeAudition connects you with self tape readers and acting coaches around the globe as well as casting calls and chances to video chat with some of the industry's top casting directors! You can also earn money by being a reader for someone else! www.weaudition.com  If you'd like to take your support of The 98% a little bit further throw us a couple quid on our patreon page. Every little helps and goes towards paying for our podcast host page that keeps The 98% free and available to listen to in full. There is also a bonus episode on there for patrons only which includes never before heard clips that didn't make it into this series of the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/the98percentpod  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

During lockdown Alexa and Katie hosted a live webinar with performance psychologist Dr Steve Bull (aka Alexa's Dad!) who you may remember from the resilience episode in Series 1. As the current situation is badly affecting performers and creatives, it is especially important to work on mental wellbeing and Alexa and Katie felt it was important to share this webinar with all listeners of The 98%. In this episode you'll hear Steve talk about "The 3 C's" which include, controlling the controllables, outcome vs process focus, commitment, your personal brand, confidence, the importance of reviewing successes, being your own CEO and “Putting the big rocks in first”. Part 2 of this webinar which includes attendees' questions that Steve answers can be found on our patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/the98percentpod Where you can hear advice on self referenced appraisal, how to handle the industry without the safety blanket of college, how to deal with being being ghosted after auditions/reaching out, how you can successfully leverage your strengths and mentally handling paythebills jobs that don't fulfil you. We wanted to feature this on patreon as a special thanks to our patreon supporters who help ease the financial weight of paying to keep The 98% up and available for everyone to listen to for free. You can sign up for monthly donations or give a one off donation and still have access to the extra content that's up there! *Every little helps* and goes directly back into keeping this podcast going. Read more about Steve here: http://www.gameplancoach.com/dr_steve_bull.html And for a more in-depth look at what is discussed in this episode, order his most recent book "The Game Plan" here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Game-Plan-Guide-Mental-Toughness/dp/1841127256  (Or, if ya don't fancy supporting Bezos...to by directly from the publisher as an ebook or print): https://www.wiley.com/en-ca/The+Game+Plan%3A+Your+Guide+to+Mental+Toughness+at+Work-p-9781907293184  . Follow us on twitter! @the98percentpod Check out our website and read our blog at www.the98percentpod.com  Get 25% off your monthly subscription of WeAudition with the code 9825. WeAudition connects you with self tape readers and acting coaches around the globe as well as casting calls and chances to video chat with some of the industry's top casting directors! You can also earn money by being a reader for someone else! www.weaudition.com  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode on being parents as actors, Alexa and Katie are joined by Joanna Horton and Luke Norris who talk about their experiences of being parents when both in the relationship are actors. Then for the second half Emma Manton returns to The 98% to give some useful information on what helped her logistically when she became a mum, advice for those who are thinking of starting a family, where to go for support and how Equity are working to make things easier for actor-parents! PiPA (Parents and Carer in the Performing Arts) was set up with the mission to promote best practice employment and support for parents and carers by working collaboratively with the industry. For support and information visit their website https://pipacampaign.org and follow them on twitter @PIPAinfo Follow Emma on twitter and instagram @emmalmanton . Follow us on twitter! @the98percentpod Check out our website and read our blog at www.the98percentpod.com  Get 25% off your monthly subscription of WeAudition with the code 9825. WeAudition connects you with self tape readers and acting coaches around the globe as well as casting calls and chances to video chat with some of the industry's top casting directors! You can also earn money by being a reader for someone else! www.weaudition.com  If you'd like to take your support of The 98% a little bit further throw us a couple quid on our patreon page. Every little helps and goes towards paying for our podcast host page that keeps The 98% free and available to listen to in full. There is also a bonus episode on there for patrons only which includes never before heard clips that didn't make it into this series of the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/the98percentpod  Follow us on twitter @alexamorden @KatieElinSalt and instagram @alexa_morden @katieelinsalt See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's the first "Green Room" episode of Series 3! And The 98% is thrilled to have Philip Joel as this episodes guest. Choreographer, performer, teacher, social media serotonin booster and now TV pilot creator! Phil talks to Katie and Alexa about making the transition from performer to choreographer, his most rewarding jobs, the importance of seeking help for mental health, some hilarious moments in his career and how his lockdown viral videos have led to VIP access of Pineapple studios' elevator!! Oh...and a TV pilot episode.  Follow Phil on twitter @PhilipJoel and The 98% @the98percentpod . Check out our website and read our blog at www.the98percentpod.com  Get 25% off your monthly subscription of WeAudition with the code 9825. WeAudition connects you with self tape readers and acting coaches around the globe as well as casting calls and chances to video chat with some of the industry's top casting directors! You can also earn money by being a reader for someone else! www.weaudition.com  If you'd like to take your support of The 98% a little bit further throw us a couple quid on our patreon page. Every little helps and goes towards paying for our podcast host page that keeps The 98% free and available to listen to in full. There is also a bonus episode on there for patrons only which includes never before heard clips that didn't make it into this series of the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/the98percentpod  Follow us on twitter @alexamorden @KatieElinSalt and instagram @alexa_morden @katieelinsalt See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Lauren Douglin and Simon Lennon join Katie and Alexa in this episode to talk about their experiences of and journeys into being an actor without going to drama school. While there have been 98% podcast guests who did not go through "conservatoire" training, this has never been a specific subject. So grab your headphones and a notebook and get ready to learn from these 2 infectiously positive and hard working people about how you, too, can find your way and hold your place as an actor without graduating from drama school!  Things mentioned in the episode that you might want to check out! -National Youth Theatre -Monologue Slams / Cabarets / Stand Up / Scratch Nights -Siberian Lights -Act Up North -Youtube Accent Tags -The Actors Centre -Ideas Accents Where to follow! @LaurenDouglin @SiLennon - Follow us on twitter! @the98percentpod Check out our website and read our blog at www.the98percentpod.com  Get 25% off your monthly subscription of WeAudition with the code 9825. WeAudition connects you with self tape readers and acting coaches around the globe as well as casting calls and chances to video chat with some of the industry's top casting directors! You can also earn money by being a reader for someone else! www.weaudition.com  If you'd like to take your support of The 98% a little bit further throw us a couple quid on our patreon page. Every little helps and goes towards paying for our podcast host page that keeps The 98% free and available to listen to in full. There is also a bonus episode on there for patrons only which includes never before heard clips that didn't make it into this series of the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/the98percentpod  Follow us on twitter @alexamorden @KatieElinSalt and instagram @alexa_morden @katieelinsalt See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In both Series 1 and 2, episode 10 was a time for Katie and Alexa to check in and get back to basics…getting all down and dirty in the business of being brutally honest about #actorslife. And Series 3 is no different!! Life, lockdown, work (or…lack of) and everything in between.  We never thought we'd do a podcast series being 4000 miles away from each other and we are so thankful for your support during these tumultuous times. If you enjoy The 98% and have found it helpful please consider visiting our patreon to help us keep the podcast going and therefore help our community! https://www.patreon.com/the98percentpod  - Follow us on twitter! @the98percentpod @alexamorden @KatieElinSalt and instagram @alexa_morden @katieelinsalt Check out our website and read our blog at www.the98percentpod.com  Get 25% off your monthly subscription of WeAudition with the code 9825. WeAudition connects you with self tape readers and acting coaches around the globe as well as casting calls and chances to video chat with some of the industry's top casting directors! You can also earn money by being a reader for someone else! www.weaudition.com    See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Producers. Actors know that we have to impress them. That they're a vital part of any production, be it theatre or screen...perhaps even the most important person in the room. But what's behind the curtain? Alexa and Katie realised that in all their years of being in the performing industry, they didn't actually know exactly *what* producers do and why they make the decisions they do. But actors shall wonder no more!! This episode's guests are Francesca Moody and Craig Tuohy. Francesca works in theatre and Craig works in film so all producing angles are covered in this special 2 for 1 episode! Francesca tells of her experiences from working in fringe theatre (not sure if you've heard of a little thing called Fleabag?) all the way to London's West End and all the not so fancy stuff that goes on behind the scenes for theatre producers. Craig enlightens listeners particularly about independent film and how producers get projects from script to screen. Also, what producers look for in auditions, how to interact with producers on set and the frustrations and highlights of working in film. These extremely candid conversations are incredibly helpful for actors at any point in their career! - Follow us on twitter! @the98percentpod Check out our website and read our blog at www.the98percentpod.com  Get 25% off your monthly subscription of WeAudition with the code 9825. WeAudition connects you with self tape readers and acting coaches around the globe as well as casting calls and chances to video chat with some of the industry's top casting directors! You can also earn money by being a reader for someone else! www.weaudition.com  If you'd like to take your support of The 98% a little bit further throw us a couple quid on our patreon page. Every little helps and goes towards paying for our podcast host page that keeps The 98% free and available to listen to in full. There is also a bonus episode on there for patrons only which includes never before heard clips that didn't make it into this series of the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/the98percentpod  Follow us on twitter @alexamorden @KatieElinSalt and instagram @alexa_morden @katieelinsalt See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ever wondered what an artistic director of a theatre actually does?! Ever felt too silly to ask?! Well...you're not alone. Paul-Ryan Carberry joins the podcast this episode. He is an actor-turned-director and now Artistic Director of Iris Theatre, a theatre company producing work at the world-famous St. Paul's Church in Covent Garden with a mission to produce a fresh and vibrant repertoire of varied work resulting in affordable and accessible theatre while championing new talent from the 98! Paul-Ryan talks to Alexa and Katie about how being an actor in the 98% himself has affected how he directs, why he feels passionately about casting non-familiar faces and how running a theatre company works! Thank you for listening to The 98% even during these technically-not-perfect times of having to record via zoom. But we think you'll agree our fabulous guests make up for it! Check out the website for Iris Theatre and the ways you can help keep this amazing theatre company on their feet https://iristheatre.wordpress.com/about/ Follow Paul-Ryan on twitter @PRcarberry And The 98% @the98percentpod - Get 25% off your monthly subscription of WeAudition with the code 9825. WeAudition connects you with self tape readers and acting coaches around the globe as well as casting calls and chances to video chat with some of the industry's top casting directors! You can also earn money by being a reader for someone else! www.weaudition.com  If you'd like to take your support of The 98% a little bit further throw us a couple quid on our patreon page. Every little helps and goes towards paying for our podcast host page that keeps The 98% free and available to listen to in full. There is also a bonus episode on there for patrons only which includes never before heard clips that didn't make it into this series of the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/the98percentpod  Follow us on twitter @alexamorden @KatieElinSalt and instagram @alexa_morden @katieelinsalt See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The absolute dream team of casting Sophie Holland and Faye Timby join The 98% for this reinvigorating episode to talk about the ins and outs of how casting works so that actors have a better idea about what goes on behind closed doors. They also discuss where and what they look for in actors, why they relish finding and casting new talent and are generally another lovely reminder that Casting Directors are just people who are on actors side!  Follow them on twitter @SophHollandCast and @fayetimby and The 98% @the98percentpod Sophie Holland Casting's website is http://www.sophiehollandcasting.com . Get 25% off your monthly subscription of WeAudition with the code 9825. WeAudition connects you with self tape readers and acting coaches around the globe as well as casting calls and chances to video chat with some of the industry's top casting directors! You can also earn money by being a reader for someone else! www.weaudition.com  If you'd like to take your support of The 98% a little bit further throw us a couple quid on our patreon page. Every little helps and goes towards paying for our podcast host page that keeps The 98% free and available to listen to in full. There is also a bonus episode on there for patrons only which includes never before heard clips that didn't make it into this series of the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/the98percentpod  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

For the first time in the history of The 98% this episode is about the craft itself...acting! Andrew McIlroy is this weeks guest and he shares some amazingly useful thoughts, advice and coaching tips for TV/Film auditions and screen acting in general. As one of Vancouver's most notable and esteemed acting coaches, Andrew has vast experience in working as an actor himself as well as a wide range of coaching work, spanning decades. He is sought after by producers, casting directors and talent agents and The 98% is very lucky to have him sharing his wisdom! Find out more information about Andrew and his training programmes here https://www.mcilroyandassociates.com and follow on instagram @mcilroyandassociates  . Follow us on twitter! @the98percentpod Check out our website and read our blog at www.the98percentpod.com  Get 25% off your monthly subscription of WeAudition with the code 9825. WeAudition connects you with self tape readers and acting coaches around the globe as well as casting calls and chances to video chat with some of the industry's top casting directors! You can also earn money by being a reader for someone else! www.weaudition.com  If you'd like to take your support of The 98% a little bit further throw us a couple quid on our patreon page. Every little helps and goes towards paying for our podcast host page that keeps The 98% free and available to listen to in full. There is also a bonus episode on there for patrons only which includes never before heard clips that didn't make it into this series of the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/the98percentpod  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode actor Andy Turner comes on The 98% to talk about living outside of London. What started as a chat about the pros and cons of living elsewhere whilst pursuing a career in a Londoncentric industry also moved into an inspiring account of Andy's journey with his mental health. Andy's openness and honesty are sure to bring comfort to others as well as his excellent words of wisdom about packing up your dreams and moving OUT of the big smoke! Follow Andy on twitter @AndrewTurner79  The 98% is @the98percentpod - Check out our website and read our blog at www.the98percentpod.com  Get 25% off your monthly subscription of WeAudition with the code 9825. WeAudition connects you with self tape readers and acting coaches around the globe as well as casting calls and chances to video chat with some of the industry's top casting directors! You can also earn money by being a reader for someone else! www.weaudition.com  If you'd like to take your support of The 98% a little bit further throw us a couple quid on our patreon page. Every little helps and goes towards paying for our podcast host page that keeps The 98% free and available to listen to in full. There is also a bonus episode on there for patrons only which includes never before heard clips that didn't make it into this series of the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/the98percentpod  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The term "intimacy co-ordinator" is probably new to most people and yet their job should have been a staple in this industry LONG before now. In this episode Alexa and Katie are joined by the amazing Lizzy Talbot who saw a gap in the industry that sorely needed to be filled. She went on to set up one of the first companies in the UK advocating for safe intimacy for stage and screen and...you'll just have to listen to the episode to hear why what she does is so fabulous! This is a REALLY interesting episode that is not to be missed! You'll look at nudity and sex scenes completely different, for all the right reasons. Follow Lizzy on twitter @Lizzyhtalbot for news, info and what she's working on to keep an eye out for! Check out the new website for Lizzy's Intimacy Stage and Screen here company https://www.intimacyforstageandscreen.com/ - Follow us on twitter! @the98percentpod Check out our website and read our blog at www.the98percentpod.com  Get 25% off your monthly subscription of WeAudition with the code 9825. WeAudition connects you with self tape readers and acting coaches around the globe as well as casting calls and chances to video chat with some of the industry's top casting directors! You can also earn money by being a reader for someone else! www.weaudition.com  If you'd like to take your support of The 98% a little bit further throw us a couple quid on our patreon page. Every little helps and goes towards paying for our podcast host page that keeps The 98% free and available to listen to in full. There is also a bonus episode on there for patrons only which includes never before heard clips that didn't make it into this series of the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/the98percentpod  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Katie and Alexa are joined by the warm, welcoming and wonderful Annelie Powell CDG for the first casting director chat of Series 3. Annelie shares her journey into casting, what she has learned and what actors should be aiming for when auditioning...among lots of other brilliant stuff! You can find Annelie on twitter @AnneliePowell and instagram @PowellCasting  - Follow us on twitter! @the98percentpod Check out our website and read our blog at www.the98percentpod.com    Get 25% off your monthly subscription of WeAudition with the code 9825. WeAudition connects you with self tape readers and acting coaches around the globe as well as casting calls and chances to video chat with some of the industry's top casting directors! You can also earn money by being a reader for someone else! www.weaudition.com  If you'd like to take your support of The 98% a little bit further throw us a couple quid on our patreon page. Every little helps and goes towards paying for our podcast host page that keeps The 98% free and available to listen to in full. There is also a bonus episode on there for patrons only which includes never before heard clips that didn't make it into this series of the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/the98percentpod  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Alexa is joined by Maya Grant this episode to talk about being a British actor in Vancouver. Alexa has been asked a lot over the last year by listeners about why she's in Canada and how she finds it...so here are all the answers! The why's, the how's and the marked differences between the industry in "Hollywood North" and London/the U.K.  - Find Maya on twitter at @mayagrant1 and us @the98percentpod Check out our website and read our blog, including Maya's, at www.the98percentpod.com Get 25% off your monthly subscription of WeAudition with the code 9825. WeAudition connects you with self tape readers and acting coaches around the globe as well as casting calls and chances to video chat with some of the industry's top casting directors! You can also earn money by being a reader for someone else! www.weaudition.com  If you'd like to take your support of The 98% a little bit further throw us a couple quid on our patreon page. Every little helps and goes towards paying for our podcast host page that keeps The 98% free and available to listen to in full. There is also a bonus episode on there for patrons only which includes never before heard clips that didn't make it into this series of the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/the98percentpod  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Alexa and Katie are back for SERIES 3!! Wow! From apprehensive actors questioning the first ever episode to launching a 3rd series...thank you for your ongoing support of The 98%. There are some brilliant guests lined up for this series and thanks to Zoom Katie and Alexa are still able to chat to them together despite being 4,000 miles apart from each other with Alexa in Vancouver and Katie in London. With that being said the audio quality isn't the best but hopefully you are here for the content and laughs, not a professional studio listening experience!! So sit back, grab a cuppa (or a gin) and get ready for the third series of The 98%; the first-of-its-kind-actor podcast discussing what it's really like being an actor who isn't on Graham Norton's couch......yet. - Follow us on twitter! @the98percentpod @alexamorden @KatieElinSalt (instagram @alexa_morden @katieelinsalt) Check out our website and read our blog at www.the98percentpod.com  Get 25% off your monthly subscription of WeAudition with the code 9825. WeAudition connects you with self tape readers and acting coaches around the globe as well as casting calls and chances to video chat with some of the industry's top casting directors! You can also earn money by being a reader for someone else! www.weaudition.com  If you'd like to take your support of The 98% a little bit further throw us a couple quid on our patreon page. Every little helps and goes towards paying for our podcast host page that keeps The 98% free and available to listen to in full. There is also a bonus episode on there for patrons only which includes never before heard clips that didn't make it into this series of the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/the98percentpod  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Our lives feel like the plot of a Black Mirror episode and everything's gone tits up. Thanks to zoom, Alexa and Katie were able to record an episode to hopefully cheer you all up and bring some solidarity - despite them now being 4000 miles away from each other! Follow The 98% on twitter and share your #reasontosmile @the98percentpod   [Although we've never been high tech/fancy production podcasters (we're 98% actors guys we can't afford that!!) quality is a bit different here because we are recording over video chat. We hope you can look past that and still enjoy The 98%. Thank you for being here!] See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Series 2 of The 98% comes to a close with Katie and Alexa going back to basics; a chinwag, sharing of listener write-ins and general #actorslife realness. It is all thanks to you listeners that The 98% was back for a second series. We work 4 jobs between us as well as pursuing acting, writing and filmmaking but the time we spend on the podcast is made so worthwhile by your tweets/emails/spreading of the word. We cannot emphasise how much we appreciate every interaction and new download we get. Thank you. *Please note that at time of recording we had planned a few more episodes which then unfortunately fell through. So originally this finale would have been released around November time hence our mentioning of Christmas - but it's only October so ignore us and don't think about Christmas yet!!* If the podcast has helped you in any way and you'd like to give a little back to take your support further please visit our patreon page. Every tiny bit helps and goes towards our subscriptions to keep the podcast available online for free: https://www.patreon.com/the98percentpod Check out WeAudition and all the amazing stuff they offer and use our discount code 9825 for 25% off your monthly subscription! https://www.weaudition.com We'll keep releasing blog posts while we're away and updating our website with any new and fun stuff which you can find here! www.the98percentpod.com Follow us on twitter @alexamorden / @KatieElinSalt / @the98percentpod  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The astoundingly lovely Casting Director Kharmel Cochrane is the final industry professional joining Alexa and Katie for Series 2 of The 98% and she's helping the series go out with a bang! Kharmel casts projects all across the board and gives her wonderfully honest take on this industry. Listen now to hear why she doesn't watch showreels, why she champions actors coming in for commercial castings and what she thinks about the rise of self tapes, and lots more! Find out more about Kharmel's work on her website http://kharmelcochrane.com and for casting calls for her projects follow her on twitter @KharmelCochrane Follow The 98% on twitter @the98percentpod and join WeAudition.com now to submit yourselves to projects, have meet and greets with casting directors, find a reader for your self tapes and earn money being a reader for others! Use our discount code 9825 for 25% off your monthly subscription bringing it to just $10 (£6) and month! Bargain! Kharmel is a member of the CDA and CDG, two important organisations working hard to uphold professionalism in the industry. Find out more about them here: http://castingdirectorsassociation.com http://www.thecdg.co.uk *Apologies for the less than perfect sound in this episode, we were recording in a busy office!* See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

"Proactive, for me, isn't necessarily contacting people, it's working on yourself."One episode down of the 2 part agent special yet still so much to talk about! This time Alexa and Katie speak to Ikki El-Amriti who is a senior agent at Identity Agency Group all about the day to day of agent work, what to do to increase your chances in this industry, diversity and lots more!You can find out more about the Identity School of Acting here https://www.identityschoolofacting.comOther things to check out!www.the98percentpod.comwww.weaudition.com (Use our discount code 9825 for 25% off when joining!) www.patreon.com/the98percentpodFollow Ikki on twitter @Ikki_IAG and The 98% @the98percentpod See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

“I know you exist. I have your headshot in front of me.” In a 2 part agent special Alexa and Katie chat to two insightful people about all things agents. The guest in part 1 is James Davies...after being an agent for 9 years James very recently left the profession for a new adventure which means he can talk openly and honestly about #agentlife which Alexa and Katie take full advantage of! Listen now to find out more about first making contact with agents, the highs and lows of being an agent, why it's about much more than clicking through Spotlight and how to have the best relationship with your agent. Follow James on twitter @jamesdaviess and The 98% @the98percentpod ! Have you checked out WeAudition yet? With our discount code (9825) you can enjoy 25% off your monthly subscription to access casting calls/casting director meet and greets, get paid to read in with other actors for their self tapes and find readers for your tapes! Join now at WeAudition.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Emma Lundy works as a TV and Commercial Casting Assistant as well as being an actor. She talks to Katie and Alexa about what it's like being on both sides of the audition process, how you can get started in casting assisting and what the expectation vs reality is. If you haven't listened to Series 1 yet there's a lot more specific commercial casting chat and advice in Episode 12 where Michael from Hammond Cox Casting came and completely demystified the commercial casting process. Go check it out! Follow Emma on twitter @Emma_Lundy and The 98% @the98percentpod Thank you so much for your continued support of The 98%. We are still getting new listeners thanks to you spreading the word, RTing us on twitter and joining in the important conversations we're starting. Every download, share, RT, rate and review helps so much. If you'd like to take your support to the next level please visit out patreon page to see what perks may be lying in store for you! https://www.patreon.com/.Need a reader for a self tape? Want to earn money reading for others? Have access to castings and a community made by actors, for actors by subscribing to WeAudition, an online video chat community loved by actors and casting directors around the world! Get 25% off your subscription with the discount code 9825 - where you can then earn your money back + more by reading for and rehearsing with actors from the comfort of your own home! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This is a call to arms! Alexa and Katie fervently believe more needs to be done with the regulation of casting calls on websites that are mainly used by self submitting actors. Actors desperate for work + loosely regulated casting calls = a breeding ground for exploitative behaviour, sexist language and at the least an extremely tiresome submitting experience for actors and the worst...potentially dangerous situations. Please use the hashtag #RegulateAndState on social media to call out inappropriate and questionable casting calls and push for casting websites to REGULATE the castings that are posted and STATE to offenders why their posts are inappropriate/not acceptable and that if they offend again they will not be allowed to post on the site. It is not an actors job to report casting calls and push for them to be reviewed when they shouldn't have been posted in the first place. Actors pay subscriptions to submit themselves to jobs, not vet the postings. #REGULATEANDSTATE *TW* - Please note that from 39 mins in to 44 mins there is mention of a script with the content of a woman being raped and having a self inflicted abortion. That is all that is stated but we wanted to flag it here so it doesn't come as a shock. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Series 2 of The 98% is already into double digit episodes! How fast has that gone! Back to basics this episode, Alexa and Katie sit and have a chat, a check in, a laugh and share some more thoughts and anecdotes on this little thing we called #actorslife. So get your headphones, "slather your tata's" and tune in! Thank you SO much for all your support of The 98%. We can't wait to share the remainder of Series 2 with you! While you're here why not rate and review The 98% on iTunes and celebrate the continuation of Series 2 by giving Alexa and Katie a boost by visiting their patreon https://www.patreon.com/the98percentpod .Need a reader for a self tape? Want to earn money reading for others? Have access to castings and a community made by actors, for actors by subscribing to WeAudition, an online video chat community loved by actors and casting directors around the world! Get 25% off your subscription with the discount code 9825 - where you can then earn your money back + more by reading for and rehearsing with actors from the comfort of your own home! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

From the self titled "Aachan Baachan show" in the deep African bush to the mean streets of London, Mike Rogers joins Alexa and Katie for the latest green room episode. The 98% and The Show People Podcast dedicated their special Christmas crossover episode to the dancing Hamley's Elves who went viral over the Christmas period and now Alexa and Katie have tracked chief Elf, Mike, to have him on The 98% to talk about what it's like going viral, how it landed him an agent and the culture shock he experienced coming to London from South Africa.Follow Mike on twitter @MikeRogersZA and instagram @mikerogerza and @mikeperforms Thank you so much for your continued support of The 98%. We are still getting new listeners thanks to you spreading the word, RTing us on twitter and joining in the important conversations we're starting. Every download, share, RT, rate and review helps so much. If you'd like to take your support to the next level please visit out patreon page to see what perks may be lying in store for you! https://www.patreon.com/.Need a reader for a self tape? Want to earn money reading for others? Have access to castings and a community made by actors, for actors by subscribing to WeAudition, an online video chat community loved by actors and casting directors around the world! Get 25% off your subscription with the discount code 9825 - where you can then earn your money back + more by reading for and rehearsing with actors from the comfort of your own home! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This weeks guest, Tom Ramsay, and Alexa and Katie have a new word; 'Sexualinity'. Sexuality and Masculinity. Two things that shouldn't have an affect on someone's journey as a performer but this industry has other ideas. In this important episode Tom inspiringly opens up about how his struggles with his sexuality didn't just end after coming out to friends and family and how the old fashioned expectations of masculinity can lead to a decline in mental health and a feeling of misplacement in an industry held up in large part by the people it doesn't let fit in. After saying goodbye to pursuing performing work Tom has been pursuing directing and other creative avenues. Since recording this episode has accepted a job as Literary Manager for Aria/From Page To Stage! If you have a new musical you'd like to submit for consideration go to frompage2stage.com!Follow Tom on twitter @tomramsay_ If you have anything you'd like to share about this weeks subject matter please get in touch. You could write your account out for us to read on a "Call back" episode about this topic or you can tweet us to have your voice heard. Our DM's are also open for anyone to get in touch. Please share this episode far and wide so more people can hear Tom's important message and remember, as Tom says, "You're doing good boo.".Need a reader for a self tape? Want to earn money reading for others? Have access to castings and a community made by actors, for actors by subscribing to WeAudition, an online video chat community loved by actors and casting directors around the world! Get 25% off your subscription with the discount code 9825 - where you can then earn your money back + more by reading for and rehearsing with actors from the comfort of your own home! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

To follow on from our episode last week on why #YesOrNo matters we chat to Emma Manton, an actor and volunteer for Equity who has been in negotiations with some big wigs alongside Equity staff members fighting for actors to be heard and they've just had a HUGE success!! Not only was it amazing to hear what is being done behind the scenes to move towards mutual respect for actors by giving them a yes or no this is an awesome little episode to hear about why our union is so important and why you should support it! Let's spread the word and remind actors that it's there for us and to always #TellEquity! Find Emma on twitter @emmalmanton and us @the98percentpod See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

"It's like shooting a lame dog. Just put me out of my misery."There's not much more to say here that isn't in the episode apart from that Alexa and Katie want to say on behalf of them, and all actors, that they so so appreciate the casting directors who do give a yes or no after auditions. Those who have been doing it all along, those who have started since the hashtag took twitter by storm and those doing all they can to facilitate giving one when they can. But it is not yet universally acknowledged that giving a yes or no should be part and parcel of the audition process, each and every time. Hopefully the industry is moving towards that whilst understanding actors are people first, actors second. In this episode Alexa and Katie discuss why this is so important and how the performing industry can benefit as a whole when this common courtesy is extended to all its members.A Call Back episode about the logistical goings on with the #YesOrNo movement and what changes have recently been made will be coming soon so keep your ears peeled!Do you have a story on this topic? A good or bad way you've heard a yes or no? Would you like to share your thoughts on what we discussed in the episode? Please get in touch! the98percentpod@gmail.com or tweet @the98percentpodWhilst you're perusing the internet check out The 98%'s website www.the98percentpod.com - there's lots of fun stuff on there!.Need a reader for a self tape? Want to earn money reading for others? Have access to castings and a community made by actors, for actors by subscribing to WeAudition, an online video chat community loved by actors and casting directors around the world! Get 25% off your subscription with the discount code 9825 - where you can then earn your money back + more by reading for and rehearsing with actors from the comfort of your own home! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Alexa was so pleased to be asked to speak on a panel for a live podcast recording with Industry Minds in association with Bumble celebrating International Women's Day and opening up the conversation about mental health in the creative arts. These are Alexa's moments from the event, talking about what is within actors control to help make the day to day actor grind that tiny bit easier. You can listen to the full episode by finding the Industry Minds podcast and downloading the episode from May 9th. Thank you so much Scarlett and Cathy for all the work you're doing to support mental health in this industry! Follow them on twitter @IndustryMindsuk See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The 98%'s second green room episode is with the amazingly articulate and insightful Robyn Holdaway. Robyn talks to Katie and Alexa all about 98% life as a non-binary actor in this eye opening and interesting chat about things most people may have never pondered! “In its original form ‘queer' means different or odd and I like that. I don't fit into the box people want to put me in to and that's a wonderful thing and it gives me a lot. So when you ask what non-binary means, it's only what it means to me.” Follow Robyn on twitter @RobynHoldaway and us @the98percentpod Make sure you've subscribed to The 98% so you get access to new episodes as soon as they drop every other week! (And maybe some bonuses in the mean time!) If you'd like to support the podcast even more, ANY contribution to patreon is hugely appreciated and gives a massive smile after days of endless editing! Go check out our perks! https://www.patreon.com/the98percentpod.Need a reader for a self tape? Want to earn money reading for others? Have access to castings and a community made by actors, for actors by subscribing to WeAudition, an online video chat community loved by actors and casting directors around the world! Get 25% off your subscription with the discount code 9825 - where you can then earn your money back + more by reading for and rehearsing with actors from the comfort of your own home! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Something lots of performers do when the phone's not ringing is make their own work. While this isn't something Alexa and Katie feel actors should feel pressured to achieve, it can be an avenue that provides a type of fulfilment and control that the normal life of an actor doesn't. Isabelle Schuler (actor) and Martha Reed (writer) joined forces to create projects that Isabelle says has "helped her immeasurably." Now an actor/writer/producer and writer/director Isabelle and Martha share their advice and experience of delving in to the world of creating your own work. Follow their production company on twitter! @fromsonnet2song And let us know what you think of the episode/podcast by tweeting us @the98percentpod or emailing us the98percentpod@gmail.com. We love hearing from you! Do you make your own work? Would you like to write a blog post on it (or on anything to do with 98% life!)? Get in touch!!.Need a reader for a self tape? Want to earn money reading for others? Have access to castings and a community made by actors, for actors by subscribing to WeAudition, an online video chat community loved by actors and casting directors around the world! Get 25% off your subscription with the discount code 9825 - where you can then earn your money back + more by reading for and rehearsing with actors from the comfort of your own home! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Introducing...The Green Room! Episodes of Series 2 of The 98% where Alexa and Katie chat to members of The 98% about their real life #actorslife journey and something that is unique to them. The first green room guest is Elliot James Langridge who talks about how he got started in the industry, why his story could have been very different and how he hasn't let dyslexia hold him back. Follow Elliot on twitter and instagram: @elliotjames87 The 98% Podcast isn't here to list off guests CV's or talk specifically about certain projects - as you know by now Alexa and Katie are more interested to hear about experiences and thoughts around being an actor. It doesn't matter what you've worked on, we all have stories worth sharing! If you'd like to know more about the green room guests and see the work they've done...you can google them! :D.Need a reader for a self tape? Want to earn money reading for others? Have access to castings and a community made by actors, for actors by subscribing to WeAudition, an online video chat community loved by actors and casting directors around the world! Get 25% off your subscription with the discount code 9825 - where you can then earn your money back + more by reading for and rehearsing with actors from the comfort of your own home! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

SELF TAPES!! Love them or hate them this is an episode everyone in the 98% should pay close attention to as self tapes grow more and more popular. The wonderfully helpful Manuel Puro, casting director and self tape enthusiast, breaks down the do's and dont's or self tapes, why he champions them and what you can do to give yourself the edge! Alexa and Katie are working with Manuel to give listeners of The 98% podcast an amazing deal to take part in one of Manuel's self tape challenges and learn all you need to know about upping your self tape game. Keep your eyes peeled on our twitter to be one of the first to grab that deal! @the98percentpod What do you think about self tapes? Have any funny/horror stories to share? Email us the98percentpod@gmail.com ! Check out The 98% website www.the98percentpod.com Patreon https://www.patreon.com/the98percentpod And make sure you subscribe so you don't miss any episodes of The 98%!.Need a reader for a self tape? Want to earn money reading for others? Have access to castings and a community made by actors, for actors by subscribing to WeAudition, an online video chat community loved by actors and casting directors around the world! Get 25% off your subscription with the discount code 9825 - where you can then earn your money back + more by reading for and rehearsing with actors from the comfort of your own home! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week Alexa and Katie speak to the inspiring Alexandra Laurence about her experiences surrounding body image, how being an actor can affect it and her journey to self acceptance and positivity. "The perfect body does not exist. It exists when you sort your head out." If you are struggling with issues covered in this episode, please reach out. There are people ready to help and you deserve to be at peace with the thing that gives you so much - your body! Visit Beat at https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk Or call the helpline 0808 8010677.Find Alex's website and blog here www.theminddivide.com Join us in the webiverse! t: @the98percentpod w: www.the98percentpod.com patreon: https://www.patreon.com/the98percentpod .Need a reader for a self tape? Want to earn money reading for others? Have access to castings and a community made by actors, for actors by subscribing to WeAudition, an online video chat community loved by actors and casting directors around the world! Get 25% off your subscription with the discount code 9825 - where you can then earn your money back + more by reading for and rehearsing with actors from the comfort of your own home! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Alexa and Katie are back!! Series 2 of The 98% starts right here with a catch up about life stuff (clue: some exciting things!) and acting stuff (clue: not many exciting things at all) and everything in between! Thank you so much for your patience, hopefully you think Series 2 is worth the wait! Follow The 98% on twitter: @the98percentpod Check out the website: the98percentpod.com And support The 98% on patreon! https://www.patreon.com/the98percentpod.Need a reader for a self tape? Want to earn money reading for others? Have access to castings and a community made by actors, for actors by subscribing to WeAudition, an online video chat community loved by actors and casting directors around the world! Get 25% off your subscription with the discount code 9825 - where you can then earn your money back + more by reading for and rehearsing with actors from the comfort of your own home! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Happy Christmas to all the wonderful listeners of The 98%. May 2019 bring you all that you hope for and more! Thank you for all your amazing support of the podcast this year, see you soon for Series 2! In the meantime follow @the98percentpod on twitter and check out the website the98percentpod.com Happy Holidays! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

For the special Christmas episode Alexa and Katie team up with theatre Director, artistic director of Arion Productions and podcaster extraordinaire Andrew Keates from The Show People Podcast!It's a festive fun bonanza with games, never before heard stories and, as always, frank and honest discussion about the creative arts.At the end of this episode there is something special in true 98% style that Andrew's upload doesn't have so make sure you download and check it out! Massive thanks to the lovely and wonderful Andrew and his technical wizardry for creating such a fab episode. Be sure to check out The Show People Podcast for more of what you're about to hear but with some super guests from the 2%! Happy Christmas Everyone!The 98% twitter: @the98percentpod website: the98percentpod.com email: the98percentpod@gmail.comThe Show People Podcast twitter: @ShowPeopleUK website:http://arion-productions.com/380-2/showpeople/ email: info@arion-productions.com.Need a reader for a self tape? Want to earn money reading for others? Have access to castings and a community made by actors, for actors by subscribing to WeAudition, an online video chat community loved by actors and casting directors around the world! Get 25% off your subscription with the discount code 9825 - where you can then earn your money back + more by reading for and rehearsing with actors from the comfort of your own home! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.