Podcasts about aspiring actors

We had the opportunity to sit down with actor Patrick Gallagher as he shared insights from his extensive acting career, discussing his roles in video games and film, the intricacies of performance capture, and the collaborative nature of character development. He reflects on the importance of improvisation, the nerves that come with acting, and the evolution of video games. We also discussed our fond memories of arcades.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Patrick Gallagher02:56 Transitioning Roles in Acting05:39 Performance Capture Techniques08:37 Creating Unique Characters11:23 Working with Comedy Legends14:24 Nerves and Preparation in Acting17:12 The Evolution of Video Game Voice Acting19:56 Nostalgia for Arcades and Gaming22:38 Reflections on Gaming Experiences27:58 Gaming Preferences and Nostalgia29:42 Memorable Gaming Experiences30:54 Collecting Souvenirs from Acting Roles32:58 Reflections on Acting and Character Exploration37:14 The Future of Entertainment and Technology40:45 Encouragement for Aspiring ActorsJoin the GZ PRESS PLAY NEWSLETTERSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/gzchopshop. Support us by becoming a GZ Chop Shop member at https://plus.acast.com/s/gzchopshop. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Trilith Institute Talks!     In this episode of Trillith Institute Talks, host Hunter Barcroft kicks off Season Two of the pod with guests actress Diane Venora, known for films like Michael Mann's Heat, Baz Luhrmann's Romeo & Juliet, and John McTiernan's The 13th Warrior, as well as Casting Director, Jack Kelly. Together, with students Anabeth and Mia, they discuss life, passion, and the craft of acting. Diane shares her journey through Juilliard and her experiences in the film industry, emphasizing the importance of classical training and the challenges actors face. The conversation also touches on mental health, the significance of community, and navigating careers in acting and filmmaking.       Episode Timestamps     00:00 Introduction to Trillith Institute Talks 00:20 Meet the Guests: Diane Venora and Jack Kelly 02:19 Diane Venora's Journey to Juilliard 04:11 Jack Kelly's Path to Acting 04:58 Mia and Anabeth's Inspirations 06:35 Diane's Family Support and Juilliard Experience 13:43 The Importance of Classical Training 17:37 Diane's Experience in Film and Television 27:46 The Role of Vulnerability in Acting 30:18 The Value of Humility and Training 33:15 The Mental Health Side of Acting 33:42 Navigating Fame and Personal Struggles 34:23 Auditioning for Bob Fosse 36:36 The Importance of Self-Confidence 39:33 Living a Better Life and Telling Better Stories 43:00 Advice for Young Actors 45:58 The Importance of Knowing Your Craft 47:06 The Role of Passion and Effort in Acting 50:51 Encouragement for Aspiring Actors 57:59 Final Thoughts and Shakespeare Recommendations     About Trilith Institute Support The Next Generation of Storytellers Take A Professional Education Course Get Involved With Trilith Institute Contact Us Follow Us On Social Media! Trilith Institute Talks Instagram Trilith Institute Instagram Trilith Institute Facebook Trilith Institute LinkedIn  

Frank Grillo | EP 339 Exclusive Interview with Frank Grillo: Werewolves, Hollywood Insights, and Career Reflections   In this episode of Reza Rifts, host Keith Reza interviews the highly acclaimed actor Frank Grillo. The discussion covers Grillo's new film 'Werewolves' premiered December 6, insights into his acting career, his experience working on projects like 'The Purge' and 'Prison Break', and his approach to producing films. Grillo also shares his thoughts on movie fight scenes, his involvement in the DC Universe, and personal anecdotes about his life and career. Throughout the interview, Grillo offers valuable advice for aspiring actors and reflects on his journey in Hollywood.   Frank's Socials IG: https://www.instagram.com/frankgrillo1 Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:10 Introducing Frank Grillo 00:48 Discussing 'Werewolves' Movie 03:39 On Set Stories and Challenges 06:39 Frank Grillo's Career Reflections 10:22 Producing and Future Projects 19:26 Personal Insights and Advice 22:40 Final Questions and Farewell   Keith's Socials & Links Support the show on https://patreon.com/rezarifts61  Follow Keith on all social media platforms! https://www.facebook.com/realkeithreza  https://www.instagram.com/keithreza  https://www.twitter.com/keithreza  https://www.tiktok.com/keithreza   Book Keith on cameo at www.cameo.com/keithreza Check out my website for dates at https://www.keithreza.com/  Subscribe - Rate & Review on Apple Podcasts - Tell a friend :) Be a Rifter!     #FrankGrillo #RezaRiftsPodcast #PrisonBreak #HollywoodInsights #ActingCareer #FilmProduction #ThePurge #DCUniverse #MovieFightScenes #ActorAdvice #HollywoodJourney #ExclusiveInterview #FrankGrilloFans #AspiringActors    

Episode 310 In-Depth with Jack McGee: From Firehouse to Stage and Screen   In this episode of Reza Rifts, host Keith Reza interviews acclaimed actor Jack McGee, accompanied by sidekick Victor Pacheco. Jack discusses his thrilling career that spans theater, TV, and film, recounting his recent theater work at Coachella Valley Repertory Company and the unique experiences that shaped his journey from being a firefighter in the Bronx to a Hollywood actor. He shares anecdotes about working on notable projects such as 'Crash,' 'The Fighter,' 'Showgirls,' 'Rescue Me,' and 'Parenthood,' along with some personal philosophies and his interactions with other iconic figures in the industry.    Jack's Socials X https://twitter.com/thejackmcgee   Chapters 00:00 Welcome to Razor Rifts 00:07 Introducing Jack McGee 02:00 Jack McGee's Theater Experience 07:43 Transition from Firefighter to Actor 17:52 The Reality of Acting and Fame 25:33 Behind the Scenes of 'Crash' 29:02 Discovering a British Actor's True Identity 29:18 Singing Oldies with a Brilliant Actor 29:51 Musical Preferences and American Idol Dreams 30:45 Writing Struggles and Potential Collaborations 32:30 Growing Up in the South Bronx 34:07 Random Singing and Musical Inspirations 35:49 Working with Vanilla Ice in 'Cool as Ice' 38:40 Reflecting on 'Rescue Me' and Career Challenges 41:17 Supporting Independent Films and Young Filmmakers 44:20 Advice for Aspiring Actors and Personal Reflections 51:27 Final Thoughts and Messages for Fans   Support the show on https://patreon.com/rezarifts61 Follow Keith on all social media platforms! https://www.facebook.com/realkeithreza https://www.instagram.com/keithreza https://www.twitter.com/keithreza https://www.tiktok.com/keithreza Book Keith on cameo at  www.cameo.com/keithreza Check out my website for dates at https://www.keithreza.com/ Subscribe - Rate & Review on Apple Podcasts - Tell a friend :) Be a Rifter! Subscribe - Rate & Review. Tell a friend :). Be a Rifter!   #JackMcGee #CelebrityStories #Rescueme #HollywoodActor #TheaterLife #TVShows #FilmIndustry #ActorInterview #BehindTheScenes #Showbiz #IconicFigures

In this episode of The Actor's Career Compass, host Martin Bentsen talks with Veronika Vozniak about the ins and outs of moving to the USA to start an acting career. Veronika shares her personal journey, offering invaluable insights for aspiring actors from abroad. She discusses different types of visas and provides tips on how to make the process of getting a US-based agent easier, including the importance of building a strong portfolio and networking effectively.The conversation also delves into practical strategies for establishing a network in the United States. Veronika offers advice on handling visa and immigration challenges, stressing the significance of persistence and seeking professional help when necessary.For more in-depth information on this topic, Martin recommends checking out episode #29, "How to Get Acting Work in the USA for Non-Residents." This episode provides a comprehensive guide on navigating the visa process and transitioning an acting career to the US.For further resources and to get in touch with Martin, you can email him at martin@cityheadshots.com or visit his website at martinbentsen.com. Additional resources include Headshots, Shoot Footage for Your Reel, and Edit Footage Into a Reel.

The Talk of Fame Podcast got to talk with William Jefferson Jr who is an Actor , Award winning Filmmaker, CEO of The Actor Advisor helping over 100 find representation. Television Credits: Law & Order NBC, Chicago Fire NBC, 4400 on CW. Film: Hell's Half Acre , Tubi , City of Vultures 2 Apple TV , The Coleman show on Amazon Prime. He got his BA In Journalism studying Radio/Tv/Film at Miles College in Fairfield,AL .He has collaborated with other Indie Filmmakers in Chicago and has since then directed and produced his own projects (The Decision) which won Best Film in the Manitou Film Fest. William is set to star in several upcoming projects under Mobula Productions Who has been produced by Emmy- Nominated Producer. He is a Proud Member of SAG-AFTRA Represented by Exlcusive Artist Agency & Top Ten Talent Management.  FOLLOW ME:  INSTAGRAM:  Officialkyliemontigney  Talkoffamepod  Facebook:  Officialkyliemontigney  Talkoffame  Twitter:  Kyliemontigney4  ABOUT ME: Hi, I am Kylie! I love sports, spending time with my family, traveling, and meeting people that inspire me. I love listening to other people's stories and sharing their journeys.

Episode 18 - From Disdain to Destiny: Venus Monique's Acting Journey In this episode of the Faith and Family Filmmakers Podcast, hosts Geoffrey Whitt and Jaclyn Whitt interview Venus Monique, an actor, producer, and leader of a faith-based actor's group for women, known for her role as Detective Chris Tanner in the hit crime drama Vindication. Venus shares her unexpected journey into acting after initially disliking it in high school, only to feel called to pursue it in college. She discusses the importance of setting personal boundaries in her career, refusing roles that compromise her values. Venus offers insights into the differences between stage and film acting, her experiential learning curve, and the providential moments that led her to significant roles. The conversation also covers Venus's creation of an actor guide to help others enter the industry. The episode concludes with Venus providing a link to her free acting guide and teasing the next interview focused on her company, Personal Powerhouse.Welcome and IntroductionVenus' Initial Dislike for ActingEmbracing Her CallingSetting Boundaries in the Acting WorldVenus' Journey into Professional ActingFinding the Right TrainingThe Difference Between Stage and ScreenFollowing God's Leading, and Landing the Role in VindicationPraise for VindicationResources for Aspiring Actors and Closing ThoughtsBio:She's an actor, a producer, and the leader of a faith-based women's film group. Venus Monique is working in an industry she never even considered.In college, God told her to make it her career, so she moved forward in faith and obedience.She's since earned numerous awards for her deep emotional range and sincere ability to bring her characters to life. She's most known for her lead role of Detective Kris Tanner in the hit crime drama, Vindication (translated into over 11 languages), and recently booked a recurring role on a new series based on a hit novel in London.Venus' Free Acting Guide Download: https://www.personalpowerhouse.com/how-to-start-acting-guidePersonal Powerhouse: www.PersonalPowerhouse.comAbout Venus: www.personalpowerhouse.com/venusVenus on IMDb: www.imdb.me/venusmoniqueJaclyn's Actor's Reel Script Writing Workshop: https://www.faffassociation.com/actors-reelThe Faith & Family Filmmakers podcast helps filmmakers who share a Christian worldview stay in touch, informed, and inspired. Releasing new episodes every Monday, we interview experts from varying fields of filmmaking; from screenwriters, actors, directors, and producers, to film scorers, talent agents, and distributors. It is produced and hosted by Geoffrey Whitt and Jaclyn Whitt , and is brought to you by the Faith & Family Filmmakers Association Support Faith & Family Filmmakers Our mission is to help filmmakers who share a Christian Worldview stay in touch, informed, and inspired. Please help by becoming a supporting member or leaving One-Time Donation.Get Email Notifications Enter the Faith & Family Screenwriting Awards festival Copyright 2024 Ivan Ann Productions

Patrick Labyorteaux's career crosses generations, giving him unique access to experiences, co-stars, genres and fans who are currently finding his array of fascinating inside stories on TikTok. Boomers know Patrick as Andy Garvey from Little House on the Prairie. Gen Xers loved him in teen classics and cult favorites like Heathers and Summer School. Millennials know him from 3 Ninjas and you and your dad or grandpa may love watching him together in JAG and NCIS.Patrick is using his decades of working wisdom to coach actors and entertain fans. His acting program and his TikTok channel are called Working Actors School. Patrick shares his backstage stories with us, beginning with his early work in commercials, and his first film, Blazing Saddles, and on to his scene sharing experiences with Lucille Ball, Sean Penn, Michael Landon, the two Coreys and Ray Bolger who dusted off a corner of an MGM soundstage to show the LHOTP kids the actual yellow brick road! Yes, you are following your Media Path to where it intersects with the Yellow Brick Road.Plus, Fritz and Weezy are recommending Horse by Geraldine Brooks and American Conspiracy: The Octopus Murders on Netflix.Path Points of Interest:Patrick LabyorteauxWorking Actors SchoolPatrick Labyorteaux on TiktokPatrick Labyorteaux on IMDBPatrick Labyorteaux on InstagramPatrick Labyorteaux on WikipediaPatrick Labyorteaux on TwitterHorse - By Geraldine Brooks American Conspiracy - The Octopus Murders

Our latest podcast episode, featuring the illustrious actress and visionary Samantha Dent. Discover her transformative journey from a young dancer to a theatrical trailblazer, and gain exclusive insights into the creation and evolution of the renowned Bacchae Theatre.

This exclusive interview isn't just a talk; it's a journey through the eyes of a visionary. From calling every studio in Hollywood to winning the Best Actor award, Glenn's story is nothing short of inspiring. Glenn McBride Jr is an multi awarded winning actor, writer and director based in Long Island, NY.

We sat down with Chris Young, a talent agent veteran with the Smith Young Talent Agency. Securing a talent agent requires hard work, dedication, and patience. So, if you are an aspiring actor or actress listen to Chris share his tips on securing a talent agent and the state of the industry.Support the showhttps://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videos

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On Episode 44, we sat down with three high school actors and discussed how they approach productions and characters in such a volatile industry at a young age. We talked about whether there have been roles that have been difficult to align with initially, thoughts on whether anyone can become an actor, and how each production they have been a part of has changed the way they see the world. A special thanks to Ziv Zaifman, Arden Segaloff, and Rayea Jain. You can discover more The Truth of Youth content at thetruthofyouth.com, which includes a curated list of our best episodes, called Creator's Picks. If you liked this episode, be sure to let us know by rating us on Apple Podcasts and sharing with your friends. Instagram: @thetruthofyouth TikTok: @thetruthofyouth

In this 2nd part of a 2 part interview, Neil Ross (https://www.neilross.com/) talks about his life as a voice actor and his book “Vocal Recall” (https://www.neilbook.com/) available to buy now in print and audio. 0:00 SEGMENT 1: Neil Ross talks about the audition process, creating the voice of Pidge for Voltron in 90 seconds, and the camaraderie among other voice actors like Michael Bell and B.J. Ward. 7:23 SEGMENT 2: Neil Ross talks about how celebrities used to think voice acting was slumming. He also shares what excites him about a project. 13:33 SEGMENT 3: Geek To Me Radio is trying to get to 1,000 subscribers on YouTube (youtube.com/c/GeekToMeRadio). Also you can support the show by typing bit.ly/geektome into your web browser before shopping on Amazon. 17:24 SEGMENT 4: Neil Ross talks about his plans to attend Unicon (https://www.unicon.vegas/) in October in Las Vegas and gives some advice for aspiring voice actors. 27:43 SEGMENT 5: James Enstall gives an update on the COVID protocols at Marcus Theatres. Thanks to our sponsors Marcus Theatres (https://www.marcustheatres.com/) and Historic St. Charles, Missouri (https://www.discoverstcharles.com/) Amazon Affiliate Link - http://bit.ly/geektome Buy Me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/3Y0D2iaZl Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/GeekToMeRadio Website - http://geektomeradio.com/ Podcast - https://anchor.fm/jamesenstall YouTube - youtube.com/c/GeekToMeRadio Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GeekToMeRadio/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/geektomeradio Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/geektomeradio/ Producer - Joseph Vosevich https://twitter.com/Joey_Vee --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jamesenstall/support

Saad Khan is a film director, screenwriter, and acting teacher. He is the founder and creative head of FirstAction Studios. Saad Khan is known for his Kannada feature film Humble Politician Nograj (2018) which is the first Kannada film to achieve a worldwide digital audience presence on Amazon Prime In this episode, we talk about "The beginning of Saad and his early life", "How he got into the Film Making Industry", "Handling Success at an early age?", "What should Aspiring Actors do to become successful", and much more. Interview Breakdown: 1.21 min - Saad Khan's Background. 3.33 min - Start of a Professional Career, being brash and tasting success at an early age. 9.26 min - How to convince your parents to support your dreams. 16.21 min - The event that gave Saad an awakening call and brought him in check with reality. 19.23 min - Starting Career in Film making Industry in India, facing challenges and thinking smart. 24.35 min - Saad's Advice on what to do if you wish to become a successful Actor. 29.18 min - How to Improvise on Spot and getting rid of stage fear. 34.18 min - The Importance of Reading books. 40.05 min - Books recommended by Saad for Self Improvement. 41.55 min - Two Advice Saad will give his Kids to become truly successful. Follow us to Find daily updates and success hacks on The Growth Mindset Page below: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/silawathirshad/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silawath_irshad/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silawathirshad/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheGrowthMindsetwithSilawathIrshad You can find Saad Khan here: http://firstaction.io/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saadkhanfilms Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saad-khan-director/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SaadKhanOnline Twitter: https://twitter.com/saadkhancs/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFqMbgDyfKrLBAsTPQtAyjQ

Ep. #40 – Khalia Preyer started Kp2 to inspire young artists to create a world they want to live in through service and theatrical arts. She provides youth and young adults an opportunity to provide a community-based theatrical body of work for the purposes of: -Presenting relevant family entertainment. -Creating opportunities for children and youth to develop talents in all aspects of theatre arts. -Increasing the theatre’s impact on and service to the community  As EDUCATOR, she ensures that each of her artists paint a canvas that will never be erased. She enjoys feeding their minds with characterization, diction, pacing, movement . professionalism and love. As a DIRECTOR she ensures that each production is award winning; that it’s animated and fascinating from the beginning. She’s also the author of “Love Beyond the Bars”, a children’s book that’s also a resource to help kids deal with having an incarcerated parent. It’s available on Amazon and other online sites. Website: www.kp2theatre.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/KP2Theatre Instagram: @kp2theatre

Actor, Producer and Director Brian Evans shares insights, tips and info on how actors can find success in their careers through creating their own features, short films and web series.

Giovanna Salas, owner of the Heart of Hollywood, has a big heart.  She realizes that succeeding in Hollywood, especially if you aren't from LA, can be really hard.  Her company helps young aspiring actors and actresses succeed in pursuing their dreams in a hard industry.  She is also supporting the arts and designers in the age of COVID.  Her company is hosting a red carpet event to raise funds and awareness of the struggles the arts is experiencing during the pandemic.  Listen in to hear about this good cause.Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

Here is an exclusive interview we did with the supremely talented, brilliant actor, also a National Award Winner Pankaj Tripathi. He talks about what to expect in the upcoming Mirzapur Season 2 web series on Amazon Prime Video releasing on 23 Oct. His love for cooking, reading books & more. Listen and enjoy this podcast. If you like the content, please do give us a thumbs up and share it with your friends.

During This Episode Oracle Group & Maricela Discuss The Elements Of Film , Film Industry And More.

Lisa London has been a Casting Director for over 30 years with London/Stroud casting and has cast over a 100 successful film and television shows including Hannah Montana, Grandma’s Boy, The Stepfather, Rosanne, The House Bunny, Sandy Wexler, The Suite Life Of Zach and Cody and so much more! She also wrote a book called From Start to Stardom: The Casting Directors Guide for Aspiring Actors and she also teaches on camera classes to actors along with doing Instagram Lives during the pandemic with Lisa! Check out her website: www.londonstroudcasting.com and follow her on IG: @lisalondoncasting. Check out her plugs

Answering Leet_Apparel’s question from IG, Tyler’s questions and giving some aspiring actors advice!

My guest on this podcast episode is Los Angeles film and TV casting director Lisa London. Lisa has won an Artios Award from the Casting Society of America for Outstanding Achievement in Casting. She is the author of the book From Start to Stardom: The Casting Director’s Guide for Aspiring Actors. Some of the many Film and TV projects Lisa London has cast over her 25-plus year career, alongside her casting partner Catherine Stroud, include Hannah Montana, Grandma’s Boy, The House Bunny, Suite Life of Zak and Cody, Sandy Wexler, The Poison Rose, Freaks, and upcoming films to be released in 2020, Switched, Eat Wheaties, and Through The Glass Darkly. She is a member of The Casting Society of America. Lisa shares advice for actors on auditions, how to succeed in the industry, how to get on the radar of a casting director even if you don’t yet have an agent, and much more. She is a passionate advocate for actors, and the dedication comes through in this very generous interview.   Some of my favorite quotes from our conversation:   “Part of what we look for as casting directors is not only your talent, but your personality.” “I don’t ever tell actors, or their parents, ‘you have to move here right away.’ Work in your local market and gain some credits there.” “When you come into a casting room, be a PERSON. I’m looking for the whole package.” “Do your homework. The more you know, the better you do.” “Part of the reason actors don’t get callbacks is they don’t take direction.” “You have to make a choice. But you can’t get so stuck in your choice that you can’t change.” “I think Improv is super important. It’s a great training ground for all actors.” “My job is the find the talent for film and TV shows, and to facilitate the producer/director’s vision.” “We see potential in actors. And we have to sometimes convince other people of that potential.” “For every no, there’s a yes.” “I put Jennifer Aniston in her first movie, Leprochaun… we cast Yara Shahidi in her first series.” “Do you know how many times we’ve met somebody and said, ‘They’re not exactly right for this, but we’re going to put them in a different part, or a different project’?” The fun of casting for me, is I get to meet you, see your personality, work with you, and direct you.” “Create! Make stuff! Do stuff! You have to stay proactive.” Don’t coach your kids.” “If this is your dream and your passion, you have to persist… no matter what happens, you can’t give up. That door is going to open for you.”     Follow Lisa London here:   Website: http://londonstroudcasting.com/ Instagram: @LisaLondonCasting Twitter: @LLondonCasting Facebook: @London/StroudCasting    Buy her book here: From Start to Stardom   The Backstage Article Lisa wrote and referenced: 4 Reasons You Didn’t Get a Callback   There is so much you can do to prepare for a successful acting career right where you are today. One of the best things you can do to ensure success when you do land in Los Angeles is to educate yourself NOW. You're off to a great start by listening to this podcast! If you want to move even faster, book an online consultation with me, and we can create a detailed action plan together. I look forward to talking with you!

On this episode I'm chatting with Eliza Butterworth. Eliza plays one of the lead characters on the Netflix show 'The Last Kingdom'. Today’s episode goes over how to make it in the entertainment industry. We do a deep dive on casting, getting an agent, dealing with rejection, being on a Netflix show, and so much more. Eliza shares her tips for aspiring actors and resources for actors without agents. We also go over how to get an agent if you don't have one and are looking. We also chat social media, dealing with comparison and competition, and how to stay confident. To connect with Eliza Butterworth click HERE To connect with Siff click HERE To learn more about Icing & Glitter click HERE PRODUCTS MENTIONED Arrae Bloat Alchemy Capsules, use code DREAMBIGGER at checkout for 10% off

 In this episode, we sat down with the extremely talented and hilarious Kathryn Gallagher, one of the stars of one of our favorite shows, You! We love Kathryn’s focus body positivity and her perspective on how to handle the hard days. She also gives great advice on developing more confidence and for aspiring actors. Kathryn is amazing, and we know you’re gonna love her! Also in this episode, WE’RE GOING ON TOUR! Go to badonpaper.com/live to find more details and buy tickets! Also, Becca is officially Grace’s neighbor, and Grace is obsessing over @drawingsofdogs on Instagram!  You can our new IRL friend on Instagram at @kathryngallagher, Twitter at @kathryng, and watch her in  the new musical, Jagged Little Pill.  Sponsor: Night Pillow: For 20% off your Night Pillow, go to discovernight.com and use code BOP20 at checkout.   Books Mentioned: You More Than Words The Light We Lost American Royals The Thousandth Floor The Last Book Party Normal People  

In this fun episode Aaron Interviews his good friend Stuart Zagnit to talk about how he started his career, How he got the role of Professor oak from the Pokemon anime, Gives some advice for Aspiring Actors and much more. https://www.facebook.com/originalprof.oak/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/aaronsjourney/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/aaronsjourney/support

Lisa London joins Bob & Suzanne and delivers a message every actor needs to hear! Lisa is the daughter of Jerry London, one of Hollywood’s legendary television directors.  She grew up on her dad’s sets surrounded by major Hollywood stars. It was there that she found her show business inspiration. In her teens, Lisa realized she had a unique instinct for spotting talent.  After working as a production assistant, she landed an apprenticeship with Lynn Stalmaster and Toni Howard, two of Hollywood's most legendary casting directors.  In classic work-your-way-up-from-the-bottom Hollywood fashion, Lisa ultimately joined with Catherine Stroud to build London-Stroud Casting, now a respected resource for studios, directors, and producers who are looking for the “special someone.” After more than two decades casting for major studios like Sony Pictures, 20th Century Fox, Adam Sandler’s Happy Madison Productions, as well as for every major broadcast network, London-Stroud has been consistently responsible for discovering young acting talent and putting them on the road to stardom.  It was Lisa’s keen eye for talent that tapped Myley Cyrus for her showbiz debut as Hanna Montana, cast Jennifer Aniston in her first feature film, and brought superstars like Emma Stone, Mark Ruffalo, Jonah Hill, and Selena Gomez to the public’s attention. In this interview, you’ll hear how Lisa came to write From Start to Stardom – The Casting Director’s Guide for Aspiring Actors, a serious step-by-step roadmap to breaking into and thriving in the Hollywood acting scene.  She also talks about the realities of casting sessions and the necessity to “make a choice” as an actor, and shares her tips for a successful professional audition. If you’ve ever dreamed of an acting career…if you truly want that starring role…you’ll want to hear Lisa London as she shares her passion.  

Top Hollywood casting director Lisa London talks about her book From Start to Stardom. Lisa has discovered and/or cast such famous actors and actresses as Jennifer Aniston, Jonah Hill, Emma Stone, Miley Cyrus, Giovanni Ribisi, Victoria Justice, Selena Gomez, Megan Hilty, Ryan Phillippe, Mark Ruffalo, Mariska Hargitay and many others. Although discovering new talent for over 20 years, Lisa began experiencing Hollywood earlier during her childhood years when she accompanied her famous father, television director Jerry London, to the sets. Even then, she had an eye for talent as she watched well-known actors work. Rochell Goodrich, who worked with Lisa on From Start to Stardom, joins in the conversation about this helpuful book that explains what one needs to know to have the best shot at stardom. Some of the questions answered in From Start to Stardom: The Casting Director’s Guide for Aspiring Actors are: How do you get started as an actor? How do you make the most of your headshots and resume? When and how do you get an agent or manager? Which is more important, charisma or credits? What are the steps involved in auditioning? How do you find resources regardless of where you live? What does a casting director look for? Why do some actors get call backs and most do not?