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The Wrong Cat Died
Ep270 - Xavier Reyes, Jennyanydots in CATS: The Jellicle Ball

The Wrong Cat Died

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2026 52:19


“The Haus of Dots has the best table at the Ball.” This episode features Xavier Reyes who played Jennyanydots in the Broadway production of Cats: The Jellicle Ball. Hear Xavier discuss his CATS history, from watching the DVD in Puerto Rico to auditioning for Skimbleshanks and ultimately booking Jennyanydots as a drag mother role. Xavier explains how he blended the original “Gumbie Cat” with extensive ballroom research, vogue classes, and collaboration with castmates, directors, and dramaturgy to marry ballroom and theater while honoring Cats lore. He describes shaping the Haus of Dots as a trophy-winning “empire,” building relationships and developing tension with Macavity via shared house backstory. Xavier reflects on audience reception at the PAC, the transfer to Broadway, improvisational audience interaction, celebrity judges, performing for Andrew Lloyd Webber, and favorite memories from the run. 03:11 Auditioning for Skimbleshanks & Jennyanydots 05:08 Building Jennyanydots 06:49 Researching Ballroom Motherhood 17:29 Haus of Dots 29:08 Broadway Debut 31:19 Audience Improv 40:42 Rapid Fire Check out Xavier on Instagram: @xavireyesactor Check out CATS: The Jellicle Ball on Social Media: @catsjellicleball Check out CATS: The Jellicle Ball: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠catsthejellicleball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Produced by: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Alan Seales⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Broadway Podcast Network⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Social Media: @⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TheWrongCatDied Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The James Altucher Show
Nancy Cartwright: Bart Simpson, Fellini, and Finding the Artist Inside [From the Archive]

The James Altucher Show

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2026 75:27


Episode Description:Nancy Cartwright is best known as the voice of Bart Simpson. But in this archive conversation, James is interested in the artist behind the voice.Nancy joins the show to talk about In Search of Fellini, the film she co-wrote with Peter Kjenaas based on her own trip to Italy in the 1980s. At the time, Nancy was already working as an actress and voiceover performer, but she became obsessed with Federico Fellini's La Strada. She studied scenes from the film in acting class, felt deeply connected to Giulietta Masina's performance, and eventually decided she wanted to get the rights to adapt La Strada for the stage.So she wrote Fellini letters. When she finally got a response telling her not to come because Fellini would be working, Nancy heard something else: he would be there.She went anyway.That decision becomes the central metaphor of the episode. Nancy describes the trip not as a business errand, but as an immersion into life, art, culture, language, risk, chance encounters, and personal transformation. The film's line—sometimes you have to travel far, far away to find what is closest to you—comes from one of those real encounters.James and Nancy also talk about her earlier career. Nancy explains how she found her way from speech competitions in Ohio to radio work, to studying with Daws Butler, to acting classes with Milton Katselas. She shares stories about auditioning for Cheers, getting a part after walking straight out of the casting room, and learning that if you surprise yourself, you can surprise everyone else.That lesson also applies to The Simpsons. Nancy originally went in to audition for Lisa, but when she saw Bart's description—“a 10-year-old school-hating underachiever and proud of it”—she knew instantly that was the part. She trusted the instinct.The conversation becomes a meditation on creativity. Mentorship matters. Preparation matters. But at some point, the artist has to do the work, throw it away, walk into the room, and trust what happens.Nancy's story is about voice acting, Fellini, and Bart Simpson. But it is also about making the leap from talent to authorship, from performing other people's words to finding the story only you can tell.Editorial Note:This is a From the Archive episode. References to In Search of Fellini as a new or limited-release film, The Simpsons at that point in its run, Nancy's projects, and release timing reflect the original recording period.What You'll Learn:Why Nancy Cartwright calls herself one of the most recognizable voices attached to an unrecognizable face.How Bart Simpson's voice fits into Nancy's own personality and childhood mischief.Why La Strada affected Nancy so deeply as a young actress.How Nancy's trip to Italy became the foundation for In Search of Fellini.Why “sometimes you have to travel far, far away to find what is closest to you” became the emotional center of the film.How Nancy learned voice acting from Daws Butler.What Milton Katselas taught her about surprising herself.Why walking out of a Cheers audition helped her get the role.How to create an effect without making it feel calculated.Why auditions are not just competitions, but opportunities to fulfill a decision.How Nancy knew Bart was the right role even though she had been called in for Lisa.Why artists need preparation, mentorship, instinct, immersion, and commitment.How The Simpsons has lasted through writing, love, improv, and a giant universe of relatable characters.Why Nancy believes artists have a responsibility to connect with people on a deeper wavelength.How making In Search of Fellini took more than 20 years of persistence, revision, and collaboration.Timestamped Chapters:[02:00] The Most Unknown Famous Person in the WorldJames introduces Nancy Cartwright and asks what it is like to be instantly recognizable by voice but not by face.[02:43] Bart Simpson Enters the RoomNancy demonstrates why millions of people know her even if they do not know what she looks like.[03:04] Bart on an AirplaneNancy tells the story of using Bart's voice on a flight to the UK and entertaining the cockpit crew before landing.[04:55] Beyond Bart SimpsonJames introduces Nancy's broader creative life and her film In Search of Fellini.[06:37] The Pearl Is the Autobiography of the OysterJames connects Fellini's idea of autobiography and art to Nancy's film.[06:54] Traveling Far Away to Find What Is ClosestNancy explains the line from the movie and how it came from her real trip to Italy.[07:47] Studying La StradaNancy describes discovering Fellini's La Strada in acting class and becoming captivated by Giulietta Masina's performance.[10:43] Mentors, Acting Class, and Early RolesJames connects Nancy's early acting work, voiceover success, Daws Butler, Milton Katselas, and her growing artistic identity.[10:47] The Cheers AuditionNancy tells the story of walking out of an audition and discovering that the casting team loved it.[11:39] Surprise Yourself, Surprise Everyone ElseNancy shares Milton Katselas's advice and James identifies the broader lesson behind the audition.[13:18] Authenticity vs. CalculationNancy explains why an effect only works when it is sincere, not staged.[13:52] The Lobster Hat AuditionNancy tells the story of Marian Rose White, a strange hat, thick glasses, and how she was already auditioning before she entered the room.[17:47] You Are On Before You Walk InJames and Nancy turn the audition story into a larger lesson about authenticity and preparation.[18:24] Twenty Years of Writing In Search of FelliniNancy explains how the film evolved through many versions before becoming the final story.[21:05] Finding the Authentic Artistic SelfJames connects Lucy's journey in the film to Nancy's own search for her artistic identity.[21:47] Why Nancy Went to ItalyNancy explains how studying La Strada turned into a real-life mission to find Fellini and ask for the rights.[22:14] Storytelling, Speech Competitions, and Childhood MischiefNancy talks about growing up as one of six kids, discovering performance, and realizing there was a little Bart in her from the beginning.[25:23] Finding Daws ButlerNancy explains how a Warner Brothers contact led her to Daws Butler and how that mentorship changed her career.[27:14] Learning the Professional CraftEven with natural talent, Nancy spent years studying before Daws felt she was ready to record a proper voiceover tape.[30:23] Ride the Horse in the Direction It's GoingNancy reflects on seizing the moment and following the career openings that appear.[31:00] Make a Decision and Back It FullyNancy explains how artists can overcome comparison and negative voices by committing to the choice they make.[33:34] Trust the Work, Then Throw It AwayNancy describes the balance between preparation and presence: do the work, then go in and trust yourself.[33:57] Auditioning for Lisa, Choosing BartNancy remembers seeing Bart's character description next to Lisa's and immediately knowing where her instinct pointed.[35:21] Art as a WavelengthNancy explains why art can reach people beyond logic and pull something out of them emotionally.[37:04] Letters to FelliniNancy describes writing Fellini repeatedly, finally getting a response, and deciding to go to Italy anyway.[39:07] Immersing Herself in ItalyThe trip becomes more than a meeting. Nancy wants to eat, drink, fall in love, learn the culture, and live inside the experience.[41:18] The Line That Became the MovieNancy explains how a chance encounter in Milan gave her the line about traveling far away to find what is closest.[43:19] Real Life Becomes FilmJames and Nancy connect the people and moments from her trip to the characters and scenes in In Search of Fellini.[44:34] Why Nancy Didn't Play ClaireNancy explains why she realized acting in the film as the mother would distract from the story.[46:02] Maria Bello, Mary Lynn Rajskub, and the CastNancy talks about the actors who brought the film to life and the commitment they brought to the work.[48:00] Returning to Italy After DecadesNancy and her collaborators retrace her old journey, draw from diaries and letters, and rebuild the story.[49:31] Art After FearNancy tells the story of finding a sculpture after a frightening encounter in Venice and how that moment stayed with her.[53:47] Yes, AndJames identifies the improvisational quality in Nancy's life: saying yes to the moment and letting the next connection appear.[56:46] Writing the Script in a WeekAfter years of drafts, the final version comes together quickly because the deeper material had been building for decades.[58:11] Everyone Has an Artist InsideJames and Nancy discuss Fellini's belief that people carry artistic potential that often gets shut down by ordinary life.[01:00:38] Fellini, Bart, and Surreal TruthJames connects Fellini's surreal realism to The Simpsons and Nancy's attraction to Bart.[01:03:50] From One-Woman Show to Feature FilmNancy explains how In Search of Fellini began as a monologue and one-woman show before becoming a movie.[01:07:08] Why The Simpsons LastedNancy credits Springfield's huge cast of relatable characters, the writers, the performers, and the love behind the work.[01:08:42] Nancy's Code for SuccessDo what you love, surround yourself with supporters, be professional, find a mentor, surprise yourself, and seize the moment.[01:10:43] Why the Movie Still Works Without Knowing FelliniJames says viewers do not need to know Fellini to connect with the story of finding the artist inside yourself.[01:12:00] James's Reaction to the FilmJames says the movie made him cry and describes it as a story about finding your authentic self.Additional Resources:Nancy Cartwright Official WebsiteIn Search of Fellini — NetflixNancy Cartwright BiographyNancy Cartwright — Fox / The Simpsons BioNancy Cartwright — Television Academy InterviewIn Search of Fellini — Spotted Cow EntertainmentNancy Cartwright on the Personal Inspiration Behind In Search of FelliniMy Life as a 10-Year-Old BoyLa Strada — The Criterion CollectionFederico Fellini — The Criterion CollectionDaws Butler — Television Academy InterviewsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Legends of Reed
Season 6 Episode 1: Christoph Wichert

Legends of Reed

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2026 75:42


In this episode, Christoph Wichert shares his journey from classical beginnings to a professional career in music, offering valuable insights into orchestra life, practicing, and performance etiquette. Discover practical tips for musicians and get a glimpse of upcoming concerts and tours with the Singapore Symphony Orchestra. Christoph shares insights on contemporary music, the importance of cultural diversity in composition, and practical advice for young musicians navigating their careers. Discover how to foster creativity, build networks, and embrace experimentation in the world of classical and contemporary music.Biography:Austrian bassoonist and artistic researcher Christoph Karl Wichert has been a member of the Singapore Symphony Orchestra since 2008. He graduated from the Conservatory of Vienna, where he studied Bassoon Performance under Michael Werba (Principal Bassoon, Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra) and Music Education, further enhancing his training through masterclasses with leading musicians.In Vienna, Christoph was regularly invited to work with prominent Viennese ensembles such as the Wiener Kammerorchester. He also worked as a substitute musician for the Vienna State Opera and the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, collaborating with renowned conductors like Zubin Mehta, Seiji Ozawa, Mariss Jansons, Riccardo Muti, and Nikolaus Harnoncourt. An active soloist, Christoph has performed in various recitals and with orchestras, showcasing concertos by Mozart, Weber, Pauer, and Hartl, among others. Before relocating to Singapore, he served as Principal Bassoonist with the Orchester der Vereinigten Bühnen Wien for their productions and taught bassoon, music theory, and symphonic wind band at the music school in Tulln. There, he successfully prepared students for admission to prestigious music universities and co-founded a composition workshop with his colleague Cordula Bösze.Beyond his role with the Singapore Symphony Orchestra, Christoph teaches at the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music in Singapore Contemporary and Experimental Music and is a guest artist at the Princess Galyani Vadhana Institute of Music in Bangkok.In 2015, Christoph co-founded SETTS, Singapore's first fully professional contemporary music ensemble, alongside other dedicated musicians.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Christoph Wichert's Musical Journey02:19 Starting with Classical Music and Early Influences04:16 The Sound That Inspired a Career in Bassoon05:00 Moving to Vienna and Studying the Bassoon07:00 Transition from Austria to Southeast Asia08:50 Balancing Freelance Work and Orchestra Positions11:44 Auditioning in Frankfurt and Singapore12:43 The Singapore Symphony Orchestra Opportunity14:22 Deciding to Stay in Singapore15:04 Memorable Concerts with the Singapore Symphony16:55 Upcoming Tours and Concerts20:52 Working with the New Chief Conductor, Hannu Lintu23:06 Tips for Second Bassoon Players37:26 Encouraging Students and Practice Mindset39:01 Handling Mistakes and Performance Anxiety40:24 The Power of Frustration and Growth Mindset41:18 The Joy of Improvisation and Experimental Music

Exposed: The Series
Mo Collins (MADtv) | Hyperfixated with Joseph Shepherd #11

Exposed: The Series

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2026 53:47


MADtv icon Mo Collins joins Joseph Shepherd to revisit some of her most beloved characters and sketches, including Lorraine, Doreen and Stuart, and her unforgettable Shakira music video parody. Mo shares behind-the-scenes stories from her MADtv audition, working with Michael McDonald, getting cut from Jingle All the Way, and transitioning into drama on Fear the Walking Dead. She also opens up about overcoming childhood shyness, the teacher who changed her life, getting kicked out of college, surviving cancer, and using her platform to speak out.Thanks for watching Hyperfixated! Love you all.0:54 The Impact of MADtv4:22 Auditioning for MADtv7:00 Creating Lorraine10:10 The Shakira Parody15:35 Stuart and Doreen22:18 Jingle All the Way25:45 Fear the Walking Dead33:31 Overcoming Childhood Shyness39:15 Kicked Out of College41:25 Speaking Out47:17 Mo's HyperfixationSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Pressure Radio Deep Soulful house latest podcasts
Episode 316: c2eMusic 2011 Vintage

Pressure Radio Deep Soulful house latest podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2026 123:33


It's always nice to turn back the clock and cherry pick some of the tracks that defined a particular year. Surprising to hear how much the sound and style either has or hasn't evolved.This time we go back five years to 2011. Since this was recorded in April we stick to the first half of 2011.Auditioning tracks for the mix was tough, so much deep soulful quality from the likes of Atjazz, Maya Jane Coles and the Reel People label.Hopefully some of the tracks take you back to the not so distant past and refresh happy memories locked away and triggered by a song.This is a recording of the c2eMusic show on Pressure Radio on 28th April 2016.This somehow dropped off the podcast.1 | Guti & Dubshape | Every Cow Has A Bird2 | Tigerskin | Feel For You3 | Manoo & Francois A ft Dyanna Fearon | Crying For Love4 | The Soulshapes | Keep On (Main Mix)5 | Mayan Jane Coles | Humming Bird6 | Yoshitaca | Just Lay Back7 | Warm Days ft Swindle & Natalie Maddix | Selfish Skies (Atjazz Mix)8 | MdCL | Everything I Need (Vocal Mix)9 | Sean McCabe & Stephanie Cooke | Just A Little Bit (Sean McCabe Classic Vocal Mix)10 | Monique Bingham | You. Me. World (Jon Cutler's Distant Music Mix)11 | Version | Nothing (Marlon D's Underground Collective Vocal Mix)12 | Souled ft Ashley Thomas | Cultureless13 | Irfan Rainy & Rex Leon ft Vaceo | Singer Of Songs (Vinyl Ears Mix)14 | MdCL | Uplifted15 | Soul Purpose | Sublim316 | Inner Souls | Disco Dubz For Klubz (Booker T Main Mix)17 | Joey Negro pres Akabu | Feelin' Nervous (Joey Negro Extended Mix)18 | Maurice Joshua | Deep Down (Original Mix)19 | Phonic Funk | Saturday (Original)20 | Tony Lionni | Take Me Higher21 | Phaze Dee | World Of Deep22 | Ben Westbeech | Falling (Deetron Acid Remix Dub)23 | Tom Middleton | Cicadas (Part 1) (Marlon D's U.C. Columbian Mix)24 | And | Don't Panic25 | Dom | Violent ExpressEnjoy!

The No Film School Podcast
The Editing Process Behind Dialogue-Driven Drama The Revisionist

The No Film School Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2026 30:40


Editor Jon Fine joins GG Hawkins to discuss shaping The Revisionist, a dialogue-driven drama directed by Alex Vlack and starring Alison Brie, André Holland, and Dustin Hoffman. Fine explains how the cast's performances transformed the tone of the script, how music and abrupt sonic interruptions helped place viewers inside a writer's creative process, and how restructuring the film made its shifting layers of fiction and reality clearer. He also shares his Premiere Pro workflow, his approach to testing editorial ideas, and why emerging filmmakers should learn by making their own projects. In this episode, No Film School's GG Hawkins and guest Jon Fine discuss... How Fine's longtime creative partnership with director Alex Vlack led to The Revisionist Discovering unexpected humor and tragedy in the actors' interpretations of the script Finding a consistent tone across four distinct central performances The creative advantages of having an editor and director work together in the same room Using Philip Klein's score to evoke the interior world of Alison Brie's writer character Interrupting music with hard cuts to create surprise, humor, and playfulness Organizing scenes, takes, transcripts, and searchable dialogue in Adobe Premiere Pro Building a fast first assembly that closely followed the original screenplay Restructuring the film to make the writer's influence over the unfolding story more apparent Using producer, audience, and actor feedback throughout the iterative editing process Balancing the ensemble while keeping Alison Brie's character as the story's emotional anchor Finding usable moments within Dustin Hoffman's improvisations Why limited locations, a small cast, and dialogue-heavy scenes can benefit independent filmmakers Auditioning editorial ideas quickly instead of becoming overly attached to one version Creating an editing environment with natural light, plants, instruments, and opportunities to step outside What traditional editors can learn from filmmakers cutting polished videos on their phones Why the most effective way to learn editing is to make films with friends Memorable Quotes: “I still think the best way to make a film is to be in the room with someone.” “We wanted it to feel like you were inside of the head of a writer. You're in her mind.” “I'm really in favor of just auditioning ideas and trying things.” “I think the best way to learn is in practice.” Guests: Jon Fine Resources: The Revisionist on IMDb Find No Film School everywhere: On the Web: No Film School Facebook: No Film School on Facebook Twitter: No Film School on Twitter YouTube: No Film School on YouTube Instagram: No Film School on Instagram

Garza Podcast
244 - PEPPER KEENAN: Corrosion of Conformity, Down, Gibson Guitars & New Orleans Sound

Garza Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2026 107:57


Garza sits down in-person with Pepper Keenan. Vocalist & guitar player of heavy metal band CORROSION OF CONFORMITY. Also best known as the guitar player in Down. New album “Good God / Baad Man” out now! https://instagram.com/coccabalSupport the podcast here: https://garzapodcast.myshopify.com00:00 - Opening Jam02:16 - Good God / Baad Man06:23 - C.O.C. Early Days & Joining the Band10:44 - Mississippi to New Orleans12:18 - Stealing His First Guitar14:50 - Living in Paris, France17:11 - First Records17:46 - New Orleans Sound21:28 - Skip James & Mississippi Blues Players25:06 - Pepper's Gibson SG31:20 - Playing Malcolm Young's Amp Rig36:46 - Secret to AC/DC Tone40:38 - “Stone the Crow” Riff45:36 - “Jail” Riff49:50 - P90 Pickups51:30 - Recording “Albatross,” Guitars53:39 - Electric Lady Studios55:11 - “Clean My Wounds” Recording Technique1:00:19 - Writing Music, Inspiration1:01:51 - “The Handler”, Tracking New Album1:07:02 - Looking Backwards for Inspiration1:07:58 - Recording ‘Wiseblood'1:11:01 - Vocal Lessons, Warmups1:16:16 - Beavis and Butthead, Down Logo1:20:50 - Pepper's Iconic Stare1:22:12 - Auditioning for Metallica1:33:40 - Remembering Reed Mullin1:37:16 - Pepper's Music to Check Out1:41:43 - Garza Jams on the Gibson1:43:16 - Pepper Jams on the 7 String

Popcorn And Soda Starring Tallal Azim

Actor David Proval (The Sopranos) Joins the show to discuss all things his memorable performance as Richie Aprile on The Sopranos. We discuss David being cast on the show, Auditioning for Tony Soprano, Creating Richie's menacing personality and mannerisms, James Gandolfini, Favorite scenes, The finale and more!Follow Popcorn and Soda:Instagram:   / tallalazim  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6P4GrVA...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-po...IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14857450/

Divine Downloads with Cassandra Bodzak
What Auditioning Taught Me About Manifesting

Divine Downloads with Cassandra Bodzak

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 16:59


In this episode, Cassandra talks about the parallels between auditioning and manifesting: how walking into an audition already knowing you booked the role is the same energy it takes to call in what you want in life. She breaks down what years of auditioning taught her about detachment, trusting the process, and showing up prepared and then letting go of the outcome.   Join the conversation on my “with Intention” substack where I share my personal insights on what it looks like to be consciously creating your life first hand as well as my best advice on how to do it yourself right along with me. As well go LIVE every Monday with these conversations! :) https://cassandrabodzak.substack.com/   Say Hi to Cassandra on social media! http://facebook.com/cassandrabodzak http://twitter.com/cassandrabodzak http://instagram.com/cassandrabodzak http://youtube.com/cassandrabodzakTV

Reza Rifts
Rex Linn on Unsolved Mysteries, Westerns, Stallone, Cusack & His Dream Role

Reza Rifts

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2026 75:25


Rex Linn on Unsolved Mysteries, Westerns, Stallone, Cusack & His Dream Role In this funny, loose, and unexpectedly heartfelt episode of Reza Rifts, Keith Reza sits down with legendary character actor Rex Linn for a conversation packed with old-school Hollywood stories, career turning points, and the kind of behind-the-scenes chaos that only comes from decades in the business. Rex opens up about his earliest acting job recreating a real-life bank robber for Unsolved Mysteries, the surreal audition journey that landed him Cliffhanger with Sylvester Stallone, and why that movie changed his life in more ways than one.  The episode also dives into Rex's love of Westerns, his admiration for The Jack Bull, his memories of John Cusack, Mark Rolston, Kurt Russell, John Lithgow, Adam West, and Bob Dylan, plus hilarious stories from Rush Hour, Zodiac, Wyatt Earp, Lethal Weapon, and the gloriously absurd Zombeavers. Along the way, Rex reflects on heartbreak, emotional recall, friendship in the film business, and his lifelong dream of somehow, some way, getting to play the Wolfman.  Guest Info Rex Linn is an American film and television actor best known for a long-running career filled with standout supporting and character roles. He is widely recognized for projects including CSI: Miami, Cliffhanger, Rush Hour, Better Call Saul, and more recently Happy's Place. In this episode, he shares stories from across his career, from his first screen work and breakthrough film roles to the actors, directors, and friendships that shaped his path.  Guest Social Links Instagram: @rexlinn13 … https://www.instagram.com/rexlinn13/?hl=en  Chapters 00:00:00 Intro & Welcome 00:00:55 Keith Introduces Rex Linn 00:04:24 Rex's First Gig: Unsolved Mysteries 00:11:53 The Wild $50-a-Day Bank Robbery Story 00:17:11 From Banking to Acting 00:17:51 Auditioning for Cliffhanger 00:21:28 Meeting Sylvester Stallone 00:29:32 Behind the Scenes of The Jack Bull 00:33:28 Meeting Bob Dylan on Set 00:38:34 Memories from Rush Hour 00:43:18 Why Rex Loves Westerns 00:47:58 Tombstone vs. Wyatt Earp 00:50:18 How Zombeavers Happened 00:54:51 John Mayer, Bill Burr & Random Cameos 00:57:33 Meeting Childhood Hero Adam West 01:05:36 Transforming for Lethal Weapon 01:10:20 Recommending Melissa Peterman 01:11:50 Rex's Dream Role: The Wolfman Call to Action If you enjoyed this episode of Reza Rifts, make sure to: Subscribe Rate and review Share this episode with fans of Cliffhanger, Rush Hour, CSI: Miami, Westerns, and behind-the-scenes Hollywood stories Follow Rex Linn and Keith Reza for more interviews, clips, and updates Host Links Support the show on https://patreon.com/rezarifts61  Follow Keith on all social media platforms: FB: https://www.facebook.com/realkeithreza IG:https://www.instagram.com/keithreza  ALT IG:https://www.instagram.com/duhkeithreza  X:https://www.twitter.com/keithreza  TT: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!     #RezaRifts #KeithReza #RexLinn #Cliffhanger #RushHour #TheJackBull #WyattEarp #Zombeavers #BetterCallSaul #CSIMiami #HappyPlace #SylvesterStallone #JohnCusack #KurtRussell #HollywoodStories #ActorInterview #MoviePodcast #BehindTheScenes #Westerns #CharacterActor    

VO BOSS Podcast
The Audition Junkie

VO BOSS Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2026 32:44


Episode Chapter Summaries Chapter 1: The Audition Addiction Metric (00:00 – 02:08) Anne and Lau challenge the industry-standard phrase, "the audition is the job." Lau warns against letting auditioning become a static, addictive loop, explaining that many exclusive talent agencies provide detailed submission reports specifically so talent can weigh their output against their actual revenue. They suggest assessing and reassessing your audition volume quarterly to determine your true Return on Investment (ROI). Chapter 2: Shifting from Mass Auditions to SEO & Referral Engines (02:09 – 04:41) Anne pulls back the curtain on her own multi-faceted business structure as a full-time talent, coach, and demo producer. She reveals that she rarely auditions anymore except for her agents because her calendar simply doesn't allow it. By shifting her focus to non-broadcast corporate and medical narration genres, Anne built her business around direct marketing, strong web SEO, and top-tier demos. Instead of spending hours recording speculative files, she relies on organic search placement, high-converting email negotiations, and repeat client referrals to fill her pipeline. Chapter 3: Time Management & Taking Agency with Agents (04:42 – 07:14) Lau addresses the structural collapse of time management when a voice actor falls into a three-to-six-hour daily audition black hole. She urges talent to take control of their schedules by setting strict time limits and alarms. Lau shares a crucial insider agent secret: if an audition arrives that doesn't fit your current availability or artistic wheelhouse, it is perfectly okay to pass. You do not need to send an apologetic email; your agent has already moved on to other roster selections. Chapter 4: The Seasonal Strategy & Developing Rep Relationships (07:15 – 10:17) The hosts unpack how to leverage the natural seasonal shifts of the entertainment year. Lau suggests heavy audition tracking during high-volume periods like autumn, while using quieter summer months to overhaul websites, clean up databases, and update marketing assets. Anne notes that a secure, communicative relationship with your talent agent reduces the artificial pressure to book every cattle-call notice that hits your inbox. Chapter 5: The Wild West of Pay-to-Plays (10:18 – 13:25) Anne and Lau dissect the transactional reality of modern pay-to-play casting platforms. Anne warns that over-submitting on these open marketplaces can actually tank your algorithmic score on certain sites. They emphasize the necessity of prioritizing hand-picked agency notices over unvetted web auditions, asking talent a vital baseline question: "Would you rather submit 1,000 blind auditions or cultivate 10 high-paying, repeat clients?" Chapter 6: The 1:3 Production Limit & Mental Burnout (13:26 – 21:15) Anne introduces the technical logistics of audio production, sharing that after years of professional editing, her benchmark turnaround speed remains capped at a 1:3 ratio—meaning every single hour of raw recorded audio requires three hours of painstaking cleaning, editing, and mastering. She points out that the sheer physical and mental capacity consumed by constant recording leaves talent too exhausted to handle essential business items like invoicing or pipeline cultivation. This ongoing rejection loop quickly induces performance fatigue, leading to a sterile, uninspired delivery that casting directors filter out instantly. Chapter 7: The "Miyagi" 3-Read Cap & Corporate Safety Nets (21:16 – End) To maintain creative focus, Anne shares her golden rule: allow yourself a maximum of three recording takes per script, pick the best one, and move on. Lau delivers her strategic closing framework, reminding talent to step outside the daily operational weeds to look at the overall geography of their business. They conclude by encouraging voice actors to establish an intentional six-month business savings reserve, giving them the confidence and mental stability needed to deliver relaxed, booking-winning performances. Top 10 Boss Takeaways Calculate your true audition ROI: Submitting audio files all day without tracking your conversion metrics is counterproductive. Audit your calendar quarterly to ensure your booking ratio justifies the time spent in your booth. Auditioning is a task, not a business model: Sending out file after file won't magically build an independent brand. Do not use constant recording as an excuse to avoid hard business tasks like direct outbound marketing or pipeline building. Set a hard deadline on your recording blocks: Avoid letting submissions drift across your entire afternoon. Use a structural time-blocking system—such as dedicating 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM exclusively to agency notices—and step out of the booth once the buzzer sounds. Take absolute agency over the "pass": Your relationship with your talent agent is a two-way professional dynamic. If a casting notice is a poor demographic fit or arrives past your operating hours, decline the submission confidently without guilt. Leverage seasonal market cycles: Align your business goals with corporate seasons. Maximize your studio tracking during heavy autumn casting rushes, and reallocate quiet summer quarters to database development, website updates, and direct outreach. Beware the open platform loop: Pay-to-play sites often operate as unvetted, high-volume digital environments. Prioritize hand-picked, direct agency opportunities where your unique biological voiceprint is structurally valued. Respect the 1:3 editing standard: Remember that a single hour of raw voiceover audio demands up to three hours of post-production labor. Budget your energy wisely to protect your studio's operational capacity. Implement the 3-read maximum limit: Avoid over-analyzing and recording fifteen variations of the same paragraph. Limit yourself to three distinct takes, select the most honest file, delete the leftovers, and keep moving. Step out of the operational weeds: Step back regularly to evaluate the macro geography of your small business. Ensure you are actively managing larger items like business development and client retention, rather than getting lost in micro-mechanics. Anchor your creativity with a financial safety net: Maintain a distinct business savings account containing at least six months of baseline operational expenses. Financial security eliminates desperation, immediately freeing your voice up to sound relaxed and authentic.  

Indie AF
412 - Not a VA Newbie ANYmore - With Karim, Margaret, Marta

Indie AF

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2026 71:07


Hello audio creatives - 'ow do? I (excitedly) caught up with three very busy and brilliant AWARD WINNING PRO VOICE ACTORS about not being a newbie anymore -and we explore the good the bad and the noise reduction of being a feisty working VA. Thank you SO MUCH to my Wonderful guests:Karim KronfliMarta Da SilvaMargaret AshleyHerein we find out how ridiculous a warm up sounds in an interview podcast, and what these wonderful folks have done to get where they re today! Though there be a squeaky chair, We discuss:** Why we persevere in this industry** Hurray for actors of a certain age** Inspiration for working in audio** Why amdram groups are groovy** Auditioning top tips** Fave tech Tools** How once upon a time you sent recorded tape through the post to folks for auditions!** Etiquette and tips for studio rec and home rec setups** Why tenacity and begging for work are groovy things! ** How smaller parts lead to bigger ones!** Cold emailing - why not!?** When these folks realised they had made it as a VA** Developing the technical craft of acting** What actor training and coaching is important** Check Bluesky, Insta, Linked in, Tumblr, CCC, Backstage for work** Careful to check the pedigree of projects you audition for** Why TAFCON and HUBFEST are groovy things** Why production companies need to make themselves findable** Paper script etiquette (or…just get an iPad and i-annotate!) ** Using AI in this space….(no fighting)…and how they can help** BRILLIANT TRAINING COURSES AND FOLKS TO WORK WITH** Why doing speed reading is amazing helpful** Why you should tell my guests they are awesome, and share, rate and review this show! THANK YOUPPlease hydrate every time you hear the squeaky chair!Thank you so soooo much to my wonderful Patreon supporters who help make me make this show, and without whom this may well have stopped as a resource! MUCH APPRECIATE YOU ALL - PAST AND PRESENT! You wanna help me keep going - please share the ep, or feel free to become a patreon for $2 a month and keep these chats a-cominnnnHUZZAHSThere will be a short break for a few weeks from public ep releases whilst I have a wee holiday. (As in small, Its not a bladder problem)  BUT my patreons will continue to get the zoom vids of the Eos we create….** aND A wee chat on voice reels…HAPPY VOICE ACTING PEOPLESarah

q: The Podcast from CBC Radio
He didn't know he was auditioning for Avatar: The Last Airbender

q: The Podcast from CBC Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2026 21:40


Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, the actor you might know best as Appa in Kim's Convenience, or perhaps Captain Carson Teva in The Mandalorian, is returning for season two of another massive franchise: the live-action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender. Today on Q, he sits down with guest host Gill Deacon to talk about how he got his role, how he adapted a beloved animated character into live action, and how he remains humble.

Chasing Heroine: On This Day, Recovery Podcast
Child Star to Skid Row...Living in a Car, Trap Motels, Auditioning for 8 Mile on Cocaine, and Being Present for the Fatal OD of a Hollywood Icon: Natanya Ross in Her Own Words

Chasing Heroine: On This Day, Recovery Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2026 127:53


She played Robin Russo on The Secret Life of Alex Mack. Millions of 90s kids knew her face. Nobody knew what was happening behind the scenes.Natanya Ross started using in her teens like a lot of kids in the industry did. Party drugs turned into heroin by her twenties. She had one shot left, an audition for Eight Mile, and she blew it. Showed up high off cocaine and lost her team, her career, everything that took her childhood to build.She ended up living in her car on Skid Row. In and out of treatment more times than she can count. She was there the night someone she loved, a well known name in Hollywood, died of an overdose right in front of her.Now 44 and sober, Natanya works in treatment helping people who are exactly where she used to be. She just launched her own podcast to tell the stories nobody wants to talk about out loud.Today's episode is brought to you by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Seasons ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠in Malibu. For over 18 years, Seasons has been a sanctuary for individuals seeking to reclaim their lives from addiction and mental health challenges. Our story began with a simple but profound vision: To create a luxurious sanctuary for individuals struggling with addiction or mental health issues, where they can receive the finest, evidence-based treatment in the world.Built on Compassion, Driven by ExcellenceWhat started as a small number of compassionate professionals has grown into one of the nation's most respected luxury treatment centers. But growth has never meant losing sight of what matters most—the individual engaging with our therapists, one-on-one, taking the courageous first step toward healing.From the beginning, we understood that truly transformative treatment requires more than clinical protocols. It demands a personalized approach, led by the most qualified professionals, in an environment that nurtures the whole person. That's why we've assembled a team where every primary therapist holds a Doctorate in Psychology - a distinction virtually unmatched in our field.Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Seasons Malibu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ online or call 1-866-314-5160 for more information.Connect with Natanya on InstagramConnect with Seasons on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DM me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Message me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Listen AD FREE & workout with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email me chasingheroine@gmail.com

Acting with Asha
Kellie Shirley Interview- Eastenders, The Office, In The Long Run

Acting with Asha

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2026 43:31


Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Acting with Asha, I'm joined by acclaimed actress Kellie Shirley, whose career has spanned television, theatre and film for over two decades.Kellie reflects on the lessons she's learned from building a lasting career in one of the world's most competitive industries, from her breakthrough roles to navigating life beyond them. We discuss staying creatively fulfilled, overcoming setbacks, balancing family life with acting, and why longevity matters more than overnight success.Whether you're an aspiring actor, an established performer, or simply fascinated by the realities of the entertainment industry, this conversation is packed with honest advice, behind-the-scenes stories and practical insights from someone who has truly stood the test of time.If you've ever wondered what it really takes to create a career that lasts, this is an episode you won't want to miss.Connect with Kellie Shirley Instagram: @kelshirlhttps://www.kellieshirley.co.uk/Connect with Jade Asha Instagram: @jadeashaa Website: www.londonindependentpictures.com London Independent Pictures: @londonindependentpictureIf you enjoyed this episode, please follow Acting with Asha, leave a review, and share it with a fellow actor or filmmaker. Your support helps us continue bringing you conversations with leading actors, casting directors, producers and filmmakers from across the industrySupport the showActing with Asha – Episode FooterEnjoyed this episode?Discover more insights on acting, entrepreneurship, and building a sustainable creative career with Jade Asha's book, Actorpreneur.

The Keyboard Chronicles
Mark ‘Squeezebox Wally’ Wallace, Weddings Parties Anything, Mick Thomas’ Roving Commission

The Keyboard Chronicles

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2026 Transcription Available


Mark ‘Squeezebox Wally’ Wallace is an Australian-based accordion and keyboard player, who for more than forty years has played around the world with a range of outfits including Weddings Parties Anything and Mick Thomas’ Roving Commission.  We cover a lot of that career, in addition to some discussion on accordions in contemporary music, some great desert island disc selections and a whole bunch more. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab):   Mark’s musical upbringing and earning his stripes in a Scottish dance band from age 12. Auditioning and joining Weddings Parties Anything Wedding Parties Anything live in 1988 – Under The Clocks Weddings Parties Anything – Streets of Forbes Early days gigging with Weddings Parties Anything, including a residency at Fitzroy’s Jike Jika Hotel. Weddings Parties Anything’s first album – Scorn of the Women The Infanticide of Marie Farrar Weddings Parties Anything – Away Away The second album – Roaring Days Discussion on Weddings Parties rise and rise and supporting acts like Stevie Ray Vaughan, Robert Cray, Steve Earle and U2. The third album – The Big Don’t Argue The Ballad of Peggy and Col The fourth album – Difficult Loves The fifth album – King Tide Changes in band lineup and making Australia the ‘new Europe’ touring-wise. The sixth album – Donkey Serenade The last album – River’esque The ending of Weddings Parties Anything, the final gigs and stage diving with an accordion Touring with U2 and BB KingMark in action with Sally Dastey The brilliant Tiddas Playing on Mick Thomas and The Sure Thing albums – including Big Geographical The formation of Mick Thomas’ Roving Commission Three Roving Commission songs to check out: Back in the Day, Build This, Anything You Recognise (which in part retells the discussion with Mark on the breakup of Weddings Parties Anything) Mark’s accordions and go to keyboard: the Nord Electro 3 The solo album: Squeezebox Wally Thoughts on musical legacy The The – This Is The Day Desert Island Discs: Kite – Kirsty Maccoll, Five Leaves Left – Nick Drake, Dancer With Bruised Knees – Kate & Anna McGarrigle, Moon Safari – Air, How Will The Wolf Survive? – Los Lobos, Nina Simone At Town Hall – Nina Simone. Key links: Become a member of our YouTube channel and receive extra content Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Reddit, Threads, BlueSky, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our audience survey to help us improve! Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations. A special thanks to Tim Pyers who introduced me to Weddings Parties anything way back in 1989. Do get in touch Tim!The post Mark ‘Squeezebox Wally’ Wallace, Weddings Parties Anything, Mick Thomas’ Roving Commission appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

The Wrong Cat Died
Ep262 - Leigh Archer, Jennyanydots on 2025 Australian Tour

The Wrong Cat Died

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2026 50:40


“If you'd asked me if I'd be in CATS again, I would have absolutely laughed and said don't be ridiculous.” This episode features Leigh Archer who played Demeter in Australia in 1994 and recently returned as Jennyanydots on the Australian tour. Leigh recounts first encountering CATS music while dancing in a Sydney football grand final show at age 14, later auditioning and joining an already-running Melbourne cast, where a rehearsal exercise helped her embody Demeter's fear of Macavity. She describes touring Asia in the '90s, especially Korea's rock-concert-level audience reactions, and contrasts them with varied Australian crowds on the recent tour. Leigh shares what it was like re-entering the show many years later, relying on muscle memory, adapting to re-choreographed tap, navigating modern backstage social media fun, and defining character relationships. An episode you won't want to miss. 04:28 Auditioning for Demeter 11:31 Returning After 30 Years 15:35 Backstage Culture Shift 20:05 Character Relationships 28:17 Tour Memories Then Now 32:14 Modern CATS Fandom 35:20 Rapid Fire Check out Leigh on Instagram: @⁠archer5196 Produced by: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Alan Seales⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Broadway Podcast Network⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Social Media: @⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TheWrongCatDied Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Real Holliwood Podcast
Stop Auditioning for a Role in Someone Else's Life

The Real Holliwood Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2026 6:14


Have you ever felt like you're constantly proving yourself?Explaining your intentions.Defending your character.Showing people how loyal you are.How much you care.How hard you try.Only to still feel unseen.For a lot of us, approval became something that felt conditional. We learned that love had to be earned, acceptance had to be secured, and belonging came with expectations. So we adapted. We became the helper, the fixer, the people-pleaser, the overachiever, the one who kept giving just a little more in hopes that someone would finally say, “You're enough.”But what happens when you're exhausted from performing?What happens when you're tired of convincing people that you're worthy of respect, love, understanding, or a seat at the table?In this episode of Conversation For One, we talk about the hidden cost of living for validation, why so many people feel trapped in a cycle of overexplaining and overgiving, and how conditional approval can leave us feeling like we're constantly auditioning for a role in someone else's life.Because the truth is, healthy relationships don't require a constant presentation of your value.The people who are meant for you won't need to be convinced of your worth.And healing often begins the moment you stop performing and start believing that who you are is already enough.It's time to step off the stage, put down the script, and stop auditioning for a role that was never yours to earn.

Indie AF
408 AUDITIONING FOR AUDIO FICTION DEEP DIIIIVE PART 2- with Tanya Rich, Ana Clements, John Kennard and Steve Mize

Indie AF

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2026 59:32


WOOHOO we hear the joyous auditions from ANA, JOHN, STEVE in our AUDITIONING AUDIO FICTION CREATIVES DEEP DIVE PART 2! Sarah Golding here -hEllO! In this episode  -we hear the auditions of our three brave and brilliant VA'S with feedback led by the superbly talented VA and Voice Coach TANYA RICH (Tan as in Tarn not Tan as in suntan) ANNDDD our volunteers as tribute to the auditioning AF cause are the superb and also very MUCHLY talented INDEEDANA CLEMENTSJOHN KENNARDSTEVE MIZEThe show they are auditioning for is SPACE PIRATES -a super fun character fuelled space galleon adventure yet to be made (ONE DAY - I JUST NEED SOME FUNDS!) All the auditions you hear have been unedited, and hopefully by listening, help you too to improve your own audition techniques! We truly want you to feel inspired to do your own to the very best awedio awesome you can muster....https://www.patreon.com/notificationsFeel free to become a Patreon supporter of Quirky voices works and get access to the unexpurgated videos of alllll of the latest interviews for this season - including for future eps as yet unaired - get them first and… Get in before the masses! 

Saving Grace
Taylor Momsen | Quitting GOSSIP GIRL, Loving THE GRINCH & Auditioning For HANNAH MONTANA?!

Saving Grace

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2026 49:18


Get those ripped fishnet tights ON queens. We have the one and only Taylor Momsen joining us today on the pod! Taylor talks about never watching back Gossip Girl, auditioning for Hannah Montana & Joey Essex being REEM? PLUS all things Grinch and whether she actually likes Christmas?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Follow Your Curiosity
Paul McGann: How to Keep Going When Your Dream Doesn't Look Like You Planned (Part 1)

Follow Your Curiosity

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2026 90:58


What happens when the "masterpiece" you expected turns out to be just the beginning of a very different journey?   In this first part of a special release from the archives, I'm sharing the beginning of my landmark conversation with the legendary Paul McGann. Recorded in May 2020 and originally released in August 2020, this was Paul's first-ever podcast interview. While he has hosted many shows since then, this remains the definitive look at the moment he first "went down the rabbit hole" to discuss his life and career with a fan.   To coincide with the 30th anniversary of the 1996 Doctor Who TV movie, Paul shares the story of his childhood Olympic dreams, his "acting family" business, and the "indifference" of show business. We talk about why the fans are the true custodians of the TARDIS and why stories are sometimes the only thing that can save our morale and tip the scales toward kindness.   I'm Nancy Norbeck, and I'm your Messy Muse Mentor. I help people feel alive again through creativity, curiosity, and play.   In this episode, we discuss: The 2020 Perspective: A snapshot of creative survival recorded in May 2020 during the first months of the pandemic. The Failed Athlete: Why Paul's first ambition wasn't the stage, and how he navigated the "brutality" of not making the cut. The RADA Turning Point: How a "confused kid" who nearly joined the Navy found his way to the Royal Academy. The Custodians of History: Why the fans, not the actors, are the ones who truly look after the Doctor's legacy. Ready to send your inner critic to summer camp for an hour and just enjoy some creative company? We get together once a month for a relaxed, co-working-style session where you can work on whatever you want—without any pressure to do it "right." Join the Creativity Circle.   Episode breakdown:   0:00 Introduction 1:26 Paul's first-ever podcast interview (Recorded May 2020) 3:24 The Liverpool "acting family" business 5:20 Childhood Olympic dreams and the "brutality" of sport 10:15 Auditioning for RADA and being a "confused kid" 13:38 Sharing an agent with three brothers 19:46 2020 Lockdown: Sanity, cycling, and simple things 23:02 Rehearsing with the brothers for a West End hit 33:14 Bruce Robinson's advice: "Just take the next thing" 39:05 From convention skeptic to fan family 45:46 The 1996 Pilot and the 5-year Vancouver plan 54:32 The Power of Stories: Fables, mythologies, and morale 58:30 Reclaiming kindness: Lessons from the Doctor 1:13:58 Keeping the secret: The "Night of the Doctor" return   Want more? Here are handy playlists with all my previous interviews with guests in theatre and  Doctor Who. Check out the full show notes at fycuriosity.com, and join us for the Follow Your Curiosity Creativity Circle. Please leave a review for this episode—it's really easy and will only take a minute, and it really helps me reach new listeners. Thanks! If you enjoyed our conversation, I hope you'll share it with a friend.

Indie AF
407 AUDITIONING FOR AUDIO FICTION DEEP DIIIIVE - with Tanya Rich, Ana Clements, John Kennard and Steve Mize

Indie AF

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2026 45:02


GET AUDITIONING AUDIO FICTION CREATIVES! Sarah Golding here -hEllO! Oh, what a joyous talented bunch we have on today's INDIE AF for our DEEP DIVE INTO AUDITIONING FOR indie AFYes! Over the next 2 episodes - yes two - we share lots of wonderful insights into VA life, tech setups and auditioning for audio fiction shows - led by the superbly talented VA and Voice Coach TANYA RICH (Tan as in Tarn not Tan as in suntan) ANNDDD our volunteers as tribute to the auditioning AF cause are the superb and also very MUCHLY talented INDEEDANA CLEMENTSJOHN KENNARDSTEVE MIZEYeah! These folks bravely offered up their auditions to a not-yet-released or recorded show of mine what I am finishing writing called SPACE PIRATES -yeah, I should really release it as it is super fun character fuelled space galleon fun, but, that aside - hope the chats herein re getting work and setups and ways to approach auditions in this ep, and in the next ... the auditions you hear and why the character choices n decisions were made, and feedback from Tanya and each other *might* *should* *could* *ahgoforityaledges* help you improve your own audition techniques! We hope at the very least you listen to those auditions aired in the next ep, and feel inspired to do your own to the very best awedio awesome you can muster....Cos yesThis is part one of two

BravBros
Auditioning? No Thanks (RHOA Full Recap S17E10)

BravBros

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 51:19


What's up bros? It seems the Atlanta season has slowly changed its course back to being entertaining and we're thankful for that. I suppose we can thank Drew for being incredibly entertaining while deciding not to audition for Pinky's new series as well as Shamea for chilling the hell out. We can only hope things continue to improve leading up to the eventual cast trip where things will inevitably pop off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Not in a Huff with Jackson Huff
#262: Audra Miller- YouTube's Biggest Cover Band | First to Eleven Singer Shares Story

Not in a Huff with Jackson Huff

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 47:34 Transcription Available


This week's episode features Audra Miller, lead vocalist of First to Eleven, the YouTube cover band that has captivated millions of viewers with its creative takes on popular songs. From joining the band at a young age to becoming part of one of the platform's most successful music channels, Audra shares what it takes to build a lasting career in the digital music space.Here's what we talked about in this episode:• How Audra joined First to Eleven at a young age• Building one of YouTube's biggest cover bands• The creative process behind producing weekly music videos• Navigating online fame and connecting with fans• Auditioning for a major singing competition• What the future holds for her music careerThis episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at creating music for a global audience, balancing creativity with consistency, and building a career through the power of digital platforms._____________________________________https://www.firsttoeleven.com/https://www.instagram.com/audra.mllrhttps://linktr.ee/firsttoeleven_____________________________________Link to all things Not in a Huff Podcast: https://linktr.ee/notinahuffpodcastPlease follow/subscribe to the podcast to be the first to see new episodes when they come out each week. Be extra awesome and rate us on Apple Podcast and Spotify! :)

The Stepmom Side Podcast
#152: Stepmom Confidence: Stop Auditioning for Belonging

The Stepmom Side Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026 26:34


Do you ever feel like you're constantly trying to prove yourself as a stepmom?If only you could just be more patient, more understanding, more involved, or more helpful, then maybe you'd finally feel accepted in your blended family?In this episode, Alicia dives into a struggle many stepmoms silently carry: the belief that they have to earn their place in their own home. Whether you're dealing with outsider syndrome, people-pleasing, perfectionism, or feeling invisible in your stepfamily, this episode will help you understand why belonging cannot be earned through sacrifice and exhaustion.Alicia shares the mindset shift that changed everything for her—the moment she stopped auditioning for acceptance and started recognizing her own worth. She also breaks down the common traps stepmoms fall into when they tie their value to their partner's approval, their stepkids' behavior, or the overall success of the family dynamic.If you've ever felt like you're working harder than everyone else just to feel like you belong, this conversation will remind you that your worth is not something you have to prove.Support the showWant a specific topic covered? Let me know here.After you listen to this, tag me on Instagram @aliciakrasko and let me know what you think!Get all the FREE RESOURCES here.Want to learn more about The Stepmom Side community? Here's where you get all the info. Looking forward to connecting with you on the inside.All things Alicia visit www.aliciakrasko.comGet on the list,  get behind the scene info on Stepmom life, and tips delivered to your inbox.

Canned Air: A Tribute to Comics and Pop Culture
Canned Air #566 A Conversation with Leif Tilden (Donatello, Dinosaurs, Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls)

Canned Air: A Tribute to Comics and Pop Culture

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2026 97:16


I sit down with Leif Tilden, the man behind Donatello in the original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles films. From the legendary Jim Henson Creature Shop to the prehistoric set of Dinosaurs, Leif shares incredible stories from a career spent bringing beloved characters to life through physical performance and puppetry.   In this episode, Leif discusses his roots in experimental theater at NYU and how that unique training prepared him for the intense demands of suit performance. You will hear firsthand accounts of what it was really like working with director Steve Barron, navigating the complex animatronics of the turtle suits, and the genuine brotherhood formed between the four actors under the shells.   Leif takes me behind the scenes of the hit show Dinosaurs where he played Robbie Sinclair and operated the arms for the formidable BP Richfield. He also opens up about the evolution of his career into directing and location managing, offering a rare look at the logistics of filming in Los Angeles. Plus, some wild stories from his time as a gorilla performer. Whether you are a TMNT super-fan or a lover of practical effects and puppetry, this conversation is packed with nostalgia and industry insights.   Chapters   0:00 Welcome to Canned Air with Leaf Tilden 2:15 Early inspirations and NYU Tisch School of the Arts 6:40 Defining experimental theater and storytelling 11:55 The journey to Hollywood and early auditions 16:30 Auditioning for Donatello in Ninja Turtles 21:20 First impressions of the Jim Henson Creature Shop 27:05 A personal connection to comics and superheroes 32:45 Working with world class puppeteers and mentors 38:10 The physical reality of the Donatello suit 44:30 Building a family on the set of TMNT 50:15 Comparing the first film to The Secret of the Ooze 55:50 The shift in tone and production for the sequels 1:00:25 Moving from turtles to Dinosaurs 1:05:40 Bringing Robbie Sinclair and BP Richfield to life 1:11:15 Memories of working with Steve Whitmire and Kevin Clash 1:16:50 The challenges of filming for Disney and ABC 1:22:30 Gorilla suits and a surprising story from Brentwood 1:28:10 Directing Big Love and working with Sam Rockwell 1:33:45 The complex world of location management 1:37:04 Closing thoughts and cowabunga   If you enjoyed this look behind the curtain of pop culture history, please like this video and subscribe for more exclusive interviews. Don't forget to leave a comment with your favorite Donatello memory!   #tmnt #donatello #jimhenson #dinosaurs #behindthescenes

Canned Air: A Tribute to Comics and Pop Culture
A Conversation with Leif Tilden (Donatello, Dinosaurs, Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls)

Canned Air: A Tribute to Comics and Pop Culture

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2026 98:45


I sit down with Leif Tilden, the man behind Donatello in the original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles films. From the legendary Jim Henson Creature Shop to the prehistoric set of Dinosaurs, Leif shares incredible stories from a career spent bringing beloved characters to life through physical performance and puppetry. In this episode, Leif discusses his roots in experimental theater at NYU and how that unique training prepared him for the intense demands of suit performance. You will hear firsthand accounts of what it was really like working with director Steve Barron, navigating the complex animatronics of the turtle suits, and the genuine brotherhood formed between the four actors under the shells. Leif takes me behind the scenes of the hit show Dinosaurs where he played Robbie Sinclair and operated the arms for the formidable BP Richfield. He also opens up about the evolution of his career into directing and location managing, offering a rare look at the logistics of filming in Los Angeles. Plus, some wild stories from his time as a gorilla performer. Whether you are a TMNT super-fan or a lover of practical effects and puppetry, this conversation is packed with nostalgia and industry insights. Chapters 0:00 Welcome to Canned Air with Leaf Tilden 2:15 Early inspirations and NYU Tisch School of the Arts 6:40 Defining experimental theater and storytelling 11:55 The journey to Hollywood and early auditions 16:30 Auditioning for Donatello in Ninja Turtles 21:20 First impressions of the Jim Henson Creature Shop 27:05 A personal connection to comics and superheroes 32:45 Working with world class puppeteers and mentors 38:10 The physical reality of the Donatello suit 44:30 Building a family on the set of TMNT 50:15 Comparing the first film to The Secret of the Ooze 55:50 The shift in tone and production for the sequels 1:00:25 Moving from turtles to Dinosaurs 1:05:40 Bringing Robbie Sinclair and BP Richfield to life 1:11:15 Memories of working with Steve Whitmire and Kevin Clash 1:16:50 The challenges of filming for Disney and ABC 1:22:30 Gorilla suits and a surprising story from Brentwood 1:28:10 Directing Big Love and working with Sam Rockwell 1:33:45 The complex world of location management 1:37:04 Closing thoughts and cowabunga If you enjoyed this look behind the curtain of pop culture history, please like this video and subscribe for more exclusive interviews. Don't forget to leave a comment with your favorite Donatello memory! #tmnt #donatello #jimhenson #dinosaurs #behindthescenes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cinema Possessed
Psycho (1998) with Ryan Stanger

Cinema Possessed

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 129:21


We all go a little mad sometimes! This week Jack and Corey are joined by the hilarious Ryan Stanger (Actionboyz Podcast) to talk Gus Van Sant's controversial (nearly) shot-for-shot remake of Alfred Hitchcock's PSYCHO (1998)! The three talk Van Sant vs Van Damme, charcuterie boards, Vince Vaughn's dramatic roles, Shower Scenes, Anne Heche's rear end, Van Sant's un-Hitchcockian style, hated movies, hot tempers, added shots, pantsing people, experimental cinema, Christopher Lloyd, Psycho 2, J-Blow, 90s acting trends, infuriating jerk off scenes, secret St. Patrick's Day movies, Nepo Daddies, Rob Zombie, the Psycho house, the Universal Studio Tour, Jim Carrey, Hokas, Anthony Perkins, differences from the book, XXX Psycho parody, Dunkaroos, Lena The Plug, mooning people, Auditioning for Gus Van Sant, digital cows and Bad Mothers.Support the pod by joining our Patreon at patreon.com/cinemapossessedpod and unlock the Cinema Possessed Bonus Materials, our bi-monthly bonus episodes where we talk about more than just what's in our collection.Instagram: instagram.com/cinemapossessedpodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cinemapossessedpodEmail: cinemapossessedpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rock And Roll Confessional
Lawrence Gowan keyboardist & vocalist for Styx, talks new tours, his musical career and auditioning for Pete Townsend

Rock And Roll Confessional

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 47:48


In 1997, during Styx's tour, Lawrence Gowan's band performed as a supporting act for Styx at Montreal's Molson Center and Quebec City's Colisee. Tommty Shaw admired his talent and vibrant stage charisma and called him in May 1999 asking him to tour with them for 53 dates, temporarily replacing their lead singer, Dennis DeYoung who had fallen ill. Lawrence permaentaly replaced the lead singer after the tour.  Styx had long been plagued by differences in artistic inclination. DeYoung's absence created an opportunity for a more premanent restructuring of Styx. Lawrence subsequently became the band's permanent vocalist. This year, Styx' current tour includes Cheap Trick and later this summer, the "Windy Cities" tour begins with Chicago and Styx.  As always for our show notes, please visit our website: www.rockandrollconfessional.rocks Also we ask that you rate and subscribe the podcast where ever you can.  

Let's Talk: The Tony Michaels Podcast
JD Vance Is AUDITIONING To Inherit Trump's POWER | TMP #1054

Let's Talk: The Tony Michaels Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 12:25


Send us Fan MailJD Vance keeps showing up like a man being tested for the chair.Tested in the briefing room.Tested in donor rooms.Tested on foreign policy.Tested in front of Trump.Tested by the machinery of power.But the real question is not whether JD Vance wants to be president. Of course he does.The real question is whether the power structure around Donald Trump believes Vance can operate the machine if Trump can't.This is not just a 2028 story. This is an Article I versus Article II story. It is about whether Congress still has the power to check the executive — or whether the presidency has become a throne that donors, loyalists, and political operatives prepare for the next man in line.Trump can name an heir.He cannot hand over the spell.Read more at The Coffman Chronicle and get the full show for paid subscribers.Rumble: https://rumble.com/v7a6ub8-jd-vance-is-auditioning-to-inherit-trumps-power-tmp-1054.htmlThe Coffman Chronicle: https://www.thecoffmanchronicle.com/Pocket Constitution: https://thecoffmanchronicle.kit.com/pocket-constitutionYou're listening to today's Opening Argument from The Tony Michaels Podcast. The full show is free on Rumble, with clips, receipts, and the full breakdown. For the ad-free version and deeper breakdowns, subscribe to The Coffman Chronicle at TheCoffmanChronicle.com. Support the show

Shenk
Spiritually Connected to the Olsen Twins Smoking Cigarettes w/ Dylan Carlino | SHENK

Shenk

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 67:00


Welcome back to another chaotic and hilarious episode of SHENK! This week, Sarah Wine-Shank sits down with the brilliantly funny comedian, Dylan Carlino (host of the 'Feeling Girly' podcast). In this episode, Dylan shares his unforgettable out-of-body experience meeting Demi Lovato in first class and why he feels spiritually connected to the Olsen twins.  Sarah and Dylan dig deep into the stark differences between the comedy scenes in Austin and LA, the toxic green room dynamics at Joe Rogan's Comedy Mothership, and the brutal reality of gay dating apps. From childhood weight struggles and body dysmorphia to deep-cut pop culture takes on Sydney Sweeney, Euphoria Season 3, and Amber Heard—nothing is off-limits.

The DMF With Justin Younts
DMF Episode 339 — Tiffany Little Canfield (Part 2): Casting Wicked — Ariana Grande, Michelle Yeoh, Cynthia Erivo & Jeff Goldblum

The DMF With Justin Younts

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 30:53


Welcome to The DMF — Discovering Meaning in Film and Acting. I'm Justin Younts, and this is part two with casting director Tiffany Little Canfield of Telsey Company.This one gets into the specific casting stories behind some of the biggest films Tiffany has worked on — and she doesn't hold back. We talk about how Cynthia Erivo was cast as Elphaba, how Ariana Grande landed the role of Glinda, Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible, Jeff Goldblum as The Wizard, and Bowen Yang. We also get into the casting of A Most Violent Year, Miss Sloane, and Margin Call.Tiffany also shares her thoughts on AI and storytelling — why she doesn't believe technology will ever replicate what a human can convey in a moment, especially in the room. We talk about the art of auditioning, staying in character, and what it looks like to work inside the Telsey office on projects of this scale.In this episode we discuss:The casting of Wicked and the stories behind each roleHow Ariana Grande was cast as GlindaCasting Cynthia Erivo, Michelle Yeoh & Jeff GoldblumCasting A Most Violent Year, Miss Sloane & Margin CallAI and the future of human storytellingThe art of auditioning and staying presentWhat it's like working at Telsey on major productions00:00:00 - Introduction & AI in Storytelling 00:00:37 - The Art of Auditioning 00:01:33 - Staying in Character 00:02:21 - Working with Telsey Office 00:03:37 - Casting 'A Most Violent Year' 00:10:11 - Casting 'Miss Sloan' 00:12:54 - Casting 'Margin Call' 00:15:14 - Casting 'Wicked' 00:15:38 - Casting Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba 00:15:47 - Casting Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible 00:19:03 - Casting Ariana Grande as Glinda 00:26:44 - Casting Jeff Goldblum as The Wizard 00:29:11 - Casting Bowen Yang#DMF #TiffanyLittleCanfield #CastingDirector #Wicked #ArianaGrande #MichelleYeoh #CynthiaErivo #JeffGoldblum #TelseyCompany #Acting #Casting #Podcast

INXS: Access All Areas
Season 2: Episode 1: Rockstar INXS Stories with MiG Ayesha

INXS: Access All Areas

Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2026 72:31


We're Listen Like Fans podcast is back with Season 2, whoohoooo.... And in this week's episode, we're delighted to have on the Listen Like Fans podcast the extremely versatile and talented 'MiG' Ayesa - or to give him his full name, Miguel Alfonso Ramon Legarda Ayesa. As many INXS fans will remember, MiG was a contestant on RockStar INXS. Mig was one of the final three contestants and became a frontrunner with versions of "Live and Let Die" and "Baby, I Love Your Way".  MiG joins Bee from a cruise ship in a wide-ranging career interview to discuss all things performing on TV, studio and stage - including singing in multiple languages such as Japanese! In the twenty years since RockStar INXS ended, Mig has enjoyed a successful music career, releasing solo albums, working in theatre and appearing in television and film.  On the podcast today, MiG talks about his break into theatre in London's West End and meeting the surviving members of rock band Queen for his lead stint in We Will Rock You. All this would change, however, when Mig decided to try his luck auditioning for a new reality TV programme... Auditioning at the Shepherd's Bush Empire in London to the INXS classic 'I Send a Message', a certain Mr Pengilly would be in the audience watching. This led to a second audition and then making the final 50 cut to perform in Los Angeles.  MiG recounts the laborious process of filming for each round of the RockStar INXS audition and eventually making it into the last 15. During his time with RockStar INXS, 'Baby, I Love Your Way', the Peter Frampton classic, became one of the standout performances of the entire series. MiG takes us behind the scenes and explains how the songs were chosen and how he came up with the arrangement to make the song his own.  In something of a fortuitous twist of fate, this would lead to Peter Frampton playing acoustic guitar on MiG's debut album. Talking about his debut solo album, MiG gives the inside on how Mötley Crüe's Tommy Lee was responsible for MiG's debut album being shelved by the record label for two years!  Finally, MiG talks reuniting with the original RockStar INXS house band and many of the contestants for the upcoming anniversary shows at the Avalon in Hollywood. With more than 25 years in the industry, MiG has had a varied and interesting career, and the signs are that there are plenty more twists and turns to come. We hope you enjoy listening to the very entertaining MiG and feel inspired to check out his back catalogue. Links below.   Until next time, keep listening like fans! Bee!   If you're a patron of Listen Like Fans, you can watch this interview here:  https://www.patreon.com/posts/early-access-mig-158129922?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link https://rockstarreunionlive.com/ https://open.spotify.com/album/0wzSGWKgpVelYpjPI5XTVQ?si=uHXWtXXfToGoKIsF6G6aow

Chicks in the Office
Off Campus' Ella Bright & Belmont Cameli Interview: S1 Romance, Auditioning & More! + Summer House E15 Recap

Chicks in the Office

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2026 94:14


Intro! (00:00-00:29). Interview with Off Campus stars Ella Bright & Belmont Cameli - talking the audition process, BTS of season 1, filming season 2 + more! (1:40-45:28). Summer House E15 recap (46:21-59:56). Savannah Bananas star Jackson Olson joins Dancing with the Stars cast (1:01:13-1:09:14). Beat Ria & Fran game 218 with Melissa & Jen (1:10:50-1:34:14). CITO LINKS > barstool.link/chicks-in-the-office.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/chicks-in-the-office

Good Moms Bad Choices
Bad Dates & Being a Good Mom in Hollywood feat. Chelsea Tavares

Good Moms Bad Choices

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2026 102:36 Transcription Available


This week, Good Moms are joined by actress, singer, and valley girl through and through, Chelsea Tavares. The ladies talk about navigating single motherhood, dating as a recognizable face in Hollywood, and what it really means to protect your peace — and your kid — while still living your life. They also get into the ever-present bitch-ass nigga epidemic, the Met Gala, and why LA beaches are simply not it. You can expect to hear: Growing up in the industry and transitioning out of teen roles into adult ones The unique pressure of being a Black actress in Hollywood's casting machine Dating as a single mom — opportunists, love bombers, and the ones who leave you in Paris Why actors (especially the aspiring ones) might be undateable Raising a boy as a single mom and navigating co-parenting with intention Protecting your child's emotional world while still modeling real relationships The "BAN" epidemic and why we need to stop teaching girls to be careful and start teaching boys not to harm Auditioning in the age of self-tapes vs. the magic of being in the room Creating your own content and building confidence as a public figure Coachella, the Met Gala, and the performance of culture vs. actual culture The beauty and exhaustion of being an ambitious, dreaming woman Tarot, mushrooms, and finding gratitude in your own bathtub ------------------------ Watch This episode & more on YouTube! Catch up with us over at Patreon and get all our Full visual episodes, bonus content & early episode releases. Join our private Facebook group! Let us help you! Submit your advice questions, anonymous secrets or vent about motherhood anonymously! Submit your questionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Canned Air: A Tribute to Comics and Pop Culture
Canned Air #565 Yard Saleing: A Conversation with Actor and Writer Michael Tove

Canned Air: A Tribute to Comics and Pop Culture

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 65:24


We sit down with writer Michael Tove this week to discuss his hit short film Yard Sailing and his incredible journey through the world of cinema. Michael shares his fascinating transition from being a simple extra on the set of The Handmaids Tale to producing a film that has achieved over 230 wins and nominations on IMDb. We dive deep into the making of Yard Sailing, including the staggering amount of auditions they received for just nine roles and what it was like working with veteran actors like Eric and Eliza Roberts. Michael also shares personal stories from his time on sets with legends like Bob Hope and Gregory Peck, offering a rare look at the passion and persistence required in the film industry. Whether you are an aspiring filmmaker, an actor, or a pop culture fan, this conversation is one you don't want to miss! Watch Yard Saleing with the link below: https://www.emeraldoakproductions.com/film CannedAirPodcast.com TikTok: @CannedAirPodcast Instagram: @Canned_Air Chapters 0:00 Intro to Michael Tove 3:20 Hitchcockian Storytelling Roots 7:15 Lessons from the Handmaids Tale Set 11:45 Screenwriting Training and Biopics 15:30 The 35 Year Journey of Yard Sailing 19:10 Working with Director Tom Logan 23:45 Casting 87000 Actors for 9 Roles 28:20 Working with Eric Roberts 32:50 Building Lasting Industry Friendships 37:15 The Can World Film Festival Success 41:30 Respecting Background Players on Set 46:45 Premiere Night and the Big Screen Experience 51:15 Persistence and the 15 Minutes of Fame 55:30 Auditioning for Forrest Gump 59:45 Stories of Bob Hope and Gregory Peck 1:02:45 Upcoming Projects and Wrap Up If you'd like to show your support, you can either visit our Patreon page at Patreon.com/CannedAirPod or you can leave us a comment, like, and subscribe! Thanks for watching! #filmmaking #yardsailing #michaeltove #indiefilm #hollywoodstories Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Life in Film
RIVALS - Cast & Creatives: Behind the Scenes, Audition's, On Set Naughtiness, Advice & Slip Ups #131

Life in Film

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 59:10


Join this channel to get access to perks: EARLY Access, EXCLUSIVE Episodes & Much More! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpeD7roEp99UANH0HVZ3dOA/joinWhat's Your Story - Rivals Special ? #131LIFE IN FILM PodcastJoin as we chat about the behind the scenes of hit show 'RIVALS', Auditioning, on set slip ups, the future of the show, their advice and of course how it all began.CastAlex Hassell (The Boys / The Tragedy of Macbeth)Nafessa Williams (Black and Blue / Twin Peaks)Luca Pasqualino (Skins / Snowpiercer)Bella Maclean (Sex Education / National Theatre London Tide )Katherine Parkinson (Harry Potter / The IT Crowd)Lisa McGrillis (Sex Education / Maternal)Emily Atack (The Inbetweeners / Dad's Army)Oliver Chris (Trying / Foundation) &Director - Elliot Hegarty (Ted Lasso / Trying)Writer / Producer - Laura Wade (The Riot Club)Writer / Producer Dominic Treadwell-Collins (Eastenders / A Very English Scandal)Producer - Alexander Lamb (Eastenders Waterloo Road)Host - Actor/Writer ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Elliot James Langridge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Please contact (Scott Marshall Partners) Our SponsorsMoviePosters.com is the #1 place for movie posters old and new! use our affiliate link https://www.movieposters.com/?sca_ref=8773240.c977RvLKKpL& Get 10% off with code LIFEINFILM10⁠⁠⁠⁠BetterHelp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ provides you with access to the largest online therapy service in the world. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get 10% off⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ your first month at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠betterhelp.com/lifeinfilm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thank you to our guests & Jenny & the team at Organic PR.As always thank you to our sponsors Betterhelp & MoviePosters.comIf you enjoyed this episode, please review and follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Tube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠etc and please share. It makes a huge difference. Join us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tik Tok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, @LIFEINFILMpod. Check out the ⁠Patreon⁠ at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/Lifeinfilmpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & Join this channel to get access to perks: EARLY Access, EXCLUSIVE Episodes & Much More! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpeD7roEp99UANH0HVZ3dOA/join 0:00 - Get EARLY Access & EXCLUSIVE Episodes00:21 - Alex Hassell & Nafessa Williams 8:02 - Luca Pasqualino & Bella Maclean 15:05 - Katherine Parkinson & Lisa McGrillis 23:33 - Emily Atack & Oliver Chris 31:04 - Support The Podcast / Movieposters.com / Betterhelp32:46 - Elliot Hegarty & Laura Wade 45:19: - Dominic Treadwell-Collins Alexander Lamb 58:39 - Like, Subscribe & Join our YouTube Channel!Please don't forget to⁠ LIKE & SUBSCRIBE⁠! ╔═╦╗╔╦╗╔═╦═╦╦╦╦╗╔═╗ ║╚╣║║║╚╣╚╣╔╣╔╣║╚╣═╣ ╠╗║╚╝║║╠╗║╚╣║║║║║═╣ ╚═╩══╩═╩═╩═╩╝╚╩═╩═╝Thanks for watching this episode ... see you in the next video!

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Holmberg's Morning Sickness
05-01-26 - BR - FRI - How Canada Got Its Name - Sci News On Gene Therapy For The Deaf, Octopus Fossils And Auditioning To Go To Mars - You Can't Get An ASSMAN Plate In 31 States

Holmberg's Morning Sickness

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2026 38:46


Link Up w/The Morning Sickness Digitally All Over:Instagram: @hms_98_official, @bosskupd, @bretvesely, @dickToledoX/Twitter: @HMSon98, @DickToledo, @bretveselyFacebook: @HMSKUPDYouTube: @hmspodcast9320, @98kupdRequest/Call in/Wakeup Song line:(IN AZ) 602.585.9800More HMS: holmbergpodcast.com, 98kupd.comEmail: dtoledo@98kupd.com, bvesely@98kupd.com, bbogen@98kupd.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Holmberg's Morning Sickness - Arizona
05-01-26 - BR - FRI - How Canada Got Its Name - Sci News On Gene Therapy For The Deaf, Octopus Fossils And Auditioning To Go To Mars - You Can't Get An ASSMAN Plate In 31 States

Holmberg's Morning Sickness - Arizona

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2026 38:46


Link Up w/The Morning Sickness Digitally All Over:Instagram: @hms_98_official, @bosskupd, @bretvesely, @dickToledoX/Twitter: @HMSon98, @DickToledo, @bretveselyFacebook: @HMSKUPDYouTube: @hmspodcast9320, @98kupdRequest/Call in/Wakeup Song line:(IN AZ) 602.585.9800More HMS: holmbergpodcast.com, 98kupd.comEmail: dtoledo@98kupd.com, bvesely@98kupd.com, bbogen@98kupd.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Wrong Cat Died
Ep251 - Ken Ard, DJ Griddlebone in CATS: The Jellicle Ball & Macavity in Original Broadway Cast

The Wrong Cat Died

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2026 54:59


“You have to see it. It's one of those things that if you miss it, you've missed a cultural moment in time.”  This episode features the incredible Ken Ard who originated the roles of Macavity, Plato, and the Rumpus Cat in the original Broadway production of CATS and is currently performing as DJ Griddlebone in CATS: The Jellicle Ball at the Broadhurst Theatre. Ken shares his experience hearing the West End cast album, auditioning as a gymnast-singer-dancer, and developing Macavity as a chaotic street cat without the fan-made “family tree” lore, while learning in rehearsal through acting exercises alongside Betty Buckley. He describes the dangerous Rumpus Cat star-trap floor stunt, a knee injury during the original run, and meeting celebrities backstage. Ken dives into how The Jellicle Ball's ballroom setting makes CATS clearer and emotionally resonant for a new era, his audition path into the expanded DJ Griddlebone role, and why skeptics and even CATS haters should see this reinvention, praising key performances and the production's inclusive cast and culture. 01:05 Auditioning for CATS 03:25 Creating Macavity 05:05 CATS Lore vs Reality 09:16 Rumpus Cat Trapdoor 13:05 Original Run Memories 21:33 Becoming DJ Grizabella 28:31 Ballroom Meets Broadway 33:54 Standout Moments 44:53 Rapid Fire Check out Ken on Instagram: @thekennethard Check out CATS: The Jellicle Ball on Social Media: @catsjellicleball Check out CATS: The Jellicle Ball: ⁠⁠⁠catsthejellicleball.com⁠⁠⁠ Produced by: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Alan Seales⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠Broadway Podcast Network⁠⁠⁠⁠ Social Media: @⁠⁠⁠⁠TheWrongCatDied Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alpha Blokes Podcast
Ep. 529 - Shannon Noll

Alpha Blokes Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2026 143:53


Australian Idol legend, proper down to earth Aussie bloke farmer turned singer Shannon "Nollsie" Noll joins us for a yarn. Nollsie takes us back the very beginning to discuss life growing up in a farming lifestyle and how everything aligned to find his talent for music, eventually leading to picking either a footy game or his audition for Australian Idol. We run through his experience on Idol, post Idol gigs, Aussie music touring culture and even talk about his stint on I'm A Celebrity, Get Me Outta Here before wrapping up with the guest questions. It was unreal getting an Aussie icon on for a yarn and we can't wait for him to belt out some tunes at Alphafest. Enjoy trendsetters!Nollsie will be performing at Alphafest, our festival at Sandstone Point featuring other great acts Bliss n' Eso and The Wolfe Brothers. Grab a ticket if you haven't already here: alphafest.com.auAlpha Blokes Survey - take ya 5 mins! https://podcastsurvey.typeform.com/AlphaBlokesFollow Nollsie on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/nollsie/?hl=enCheck out Nollsies website here to keep up to date with future releases and tour dates: https://www.shannonnoll.comGot a yarn for Talkback? Email it to carryon@alphablokes.com.auWant Poo to review your Tinder profile? Email the big fella with your intel to possibly get on to Poo's Reviews: poobandit@alphablokes.com.auEver wanted to watch the Podcast? Check out full visual, uncut and ad-free versions on our Patreon. Only $5 a week plus access to all of our exclusive vlogs. Our vlog from the IBC on the Gold Coast has dropped and it's a ripper: patreon.com/alphablokespodcastBetter Beer: Jog in a can, win in a tin, the athletes choice. Try their new Halfy's at any bottle-o near you: https://www.betterbeer.com.au/Neds: Whatever you bet on, take it to the neds level: https://www.neds.com.au/SP Tools: Schmicker tools for an even schmicker price, use code "ALPHA" at checkout for 10% off and check out their brand new catalogue: sptools.comPortwest: Tough workwear for tough jobs. Check out their vast variety of PPE for the jobsite here: https://www.portwest.com/market/Papa Macros: ready made unreal meals if you're too flat out to meal prep Sunday arvo. Use the code "ALPHA" for $30 off your first order or "ALPHA10" for any reoccuring order for 10% off at papamacros.com.au OR simply use the links below:$30 off your first order: https://www.papamacros.com.au/?coupon-code=ALPHA&sc-page=shop10% off: https://www.papamacros.com.au/?coupon-code=Alpha10&sc-page=shop0:00 - Growing Up & Farm Life13:00 - Discovering Music, Local Footy & Teenage Years26:00 - Auditioning for Australian Idol34:00 - Season Breakdown of Idol55:00 - Post Idol1:01:00 - Nygan Races1:17:00 - Touring Life & Logistics1:28:00 - Impact of Music1:36:00 - I'm A Celebrity, Get Me Outta Here2:00:00 - Great Australian Rum2:11:00 - Guest Questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Godfrey We Trust
676. Dante almost had an STD commercial | Perry Strong, Dante Nero, Akeem Woods, and Vishnu Vaka

In Godfrey We Trust

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2026 68:00


Godfrey is joined by Perry Strong, Dante Nero, Akeem Woods, and Vishnu Vaka to talk about Vishnu's 30 minute Youtube Special, 2 Comics on a Bench and building an audience, Rob Schneider bombing in front of audience and getting heckled, auditioning vs stand up comedy, Howard University and BTS, why MAGA is obsessed with Obama, the phone being more addictive than TV, where Perry Strong learned to act, and why social media is required for all industries. Legendary Comedian Godfrey is LIVE from New York, and joins some of his best friends in stand up comedy, Hip-Hop and Hollywood to talk current events, pop culture, race issues, movies, music, TV and Kung Fu. We got endless impressions, a white producer, random videos Godfrey found on the internet and so much more! We're not reinventing the wheel, we're just talking 'ish twice a week... with GODFREY on In Godfrey We Trust. Original Air Date:  ----------------------------------------------

HyperLocal(s)
Jaclyn Loewenstein. The Drama Queen and Theater Kids Auditioning.

HyperLocal(s)

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2026 55:14


For about a year my son and I have been in her orbit enrolling and participating in theater-based classes. Her passion and knowledge for our local fine arts radiates from her high-energy personality. Listen as this Chicago area born and raised city girl talks technical difficulties, the Penguin Project, practice vs. innate talent, auditioning, majoring in "anything other than drama,"  raising daughters within the arts, NYC and Broadway, internships, directing and casting, marriage, innovative online teaching during COVID, the Champaign fine arts scene and her theater programming business, Class Act. What a pleasure to meet someone so dedicated to their art and the art of our youth!Are you looking for a first-person testimony of your business, product or service? Let HyperLocal(s) help. I can provide unique, approved copy highlighting your business for approximately 1:30 seconds at the beginning of the podcast. I hope you listen, subscribe, share and give me the opportunity to promote your business. Let me know if you have any questions at hyperlocalscu.comThank you so much for listening! However your podcast host of choice allows, please positively: rate, review, comment and give all the stars! Don't forget to follow, subscribe, share and ring that notification bell so you know when the next episode drops!Also, search and follow hyperlocalscu on all social media. If I forgot anything or you need me, visit my website at HyperLocalsCU.com. Byee.

In Godfrey We Trust
676. Dante almost had an STD commercial | Perry Strong, Dante Nero, Akeem Woods, and Vishnu Vaka

In Godfrey We Trust

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2026 64:45


Godfrey is joined by Perry Strong, Dante Nero, Akeem Woods, and Vishnu Vaka to talk about Vishnu's 30 minute Youtube Special, 2 Comics on a Bench and building an audience, Rob Schneider bombing in front of audience and getting heckled, auditioning vs stand up comedy, Howard University and BTS, why MAGA is obsessed with Obama, the phone being more addictive than TV, where Perry Strong learned to act, and why social media is required for all industries.Legendary Comedian Godfrey is LIVE from New York, and joins some of his best friends in stand up comedy, Hip-Hop and Hollywood to talk current events, pop culture, race issues, movies, music, TV and Kung Fu. We got endless impressions, a white producer, random videos Godfrey found on the internet and so much more! We're not reinventing the wheel, we're just talking 'ish twice a week... with GODFREY on In Godfrey We Trust.Original Air Date: ----------------------------------------------

Chubby Behemoth
Houston BBL Tunnels - PiTM SwapCast

Chubby Behemoth

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2026 79:11


SEE THE BOYS LIVE - https://punchup.live/samtallent     Sponsors: Hims - Support the show & get simple, online access to personalized, affordable care with HIMS @ http://hims.com/CHUBBY     Rocket Money - Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster at http://RocketMoney.com/CHUBBY     MUDWTR - Start your new morning ritual & get up to 43% off your @MUDWTR with code CHUBBY at http://mudwtr.com/CHUBBY #mudwtrpod #sponsored #ad     PATREON EPISODES: https://www.Patreon.com/chubbybehemoth     This week is a SwapCast with the PiTM crew, Andy Malafarina, and LeMaire Lee! Sam wants to know if his watch is cool, wished he had a gun, and . LeMaire is glad everybody forgot about the gun thing, decides they're the rowdy rough boys, and has been watching the freakiness. Andy asked right after being told not to, plans on going all beans, and almost had a situation with two ladies.     00:00 Leaving My Body 01:54 The Last Time I Saw You 04:43 Don't Say Anything 07:43 They Might Not Like Me Anymore 11:11 Auditioning 13:18 A Lot Of Kias 16:33 Austin PD Called 19:15 Content QVC 23:42 We Sell Chicken Tenders 26:37 These Scraps 30:54 Beyonce's As Far As The Eye Can See 33:54 What Are The Tunnels? 35:35 Never Repeat 37:45 They Go 40:07 Reddit Situation 43:36 More Of A Red Dragon Guy 48:48 Big Chinos On 51:31 I'm Irish 55:15 Thought White People Were On TV 58:38 Luckily 01:05:23 Curly Susu 01:09:50 Koolaid On Tap 01:12:52 You Need An Appointment     Nathan Lund and Sam Tallent are Chubby Behemoth   MORE WIDE WORLD: @SamTallent   Pre-Order Sam's New Book - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0593978897/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3I4LOBQ02YIGW&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.k5eCApJdjwVfn7hSelWi5VdRMlVrzKa4zf68ficcjcg.tZZOiI0nB0n3kkWiGAbidMQy5yUS_MkvmEIaXp-LXjo&dib_tag=se&keywords=sam+tallent+brut&qid=1769522903&sprefix=sam+tallent+,aps,181&sr=8-1&dplnkId=90401c83-a6a0-4ad4-999e-ece570a5d320&nodl=1

That One Audition with Alyshia Ochse
KAHYUN KIM: Auditioning Her Way Landed St. Denis Medical

That One Audition with Alyshia Ochse

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2026 59:24


Get ready for an incredible journey from Korea to Hollywood with actress Kahyun Kim, whose path to success is defined by grit and vision. From navigating Juilliard to overcoming visa hurdles and building a career in her second language, her story is one of resilience and determination. She shares the hilarious "happy accidents" that shaped her journey—including a desk-humping audition that landed her a dream role and the moment her father crashed a high-stakes Zoom callback. After watching FRIENDS religiously growing up, Kahyun would tell herself every time she passed the NBC sign, "I'm going to be there one day"—and she made it a reality with her series regular role on NBC's St. Denis Medical. These are the unforgettable stories that landed Kahyun Kim right here. Credits: St. Denis Medical Cocaine Bear American Gods Freaky Friday The Rookie: Feds Grey's Anatomy 9-1-1 Austin & Ally Timeless Adam Ruins Everything Shameless Guest Links: IMDB: Kahyun Kim, Actress THAT ONE AUDITION'S LINKS: For exclusive content surrounding this and all podcast episodes, sign up for our amazing newsletter at AlyshiaOchse.com. And don't forget to snap and post a photo while listening to the show and tag me: @alyshiaochse & @thatoneaudition SELF-TAPE is BACK: Sign up now and get BONUS: Get 'What's My Frame?' Course for FREE THE BRIDGE FOR ACTORS: Become a WORKING ACTOR (50% off special) THE PRACTICE TRACK: Membership to Practice Weekly PATREON: @thatoneaudition CONSULTING: Get 1-on-1 advice for your acting career from Alyshia Ochse COACHING: Get personalized coaching from Alyshia on your next audition or role INSTAGRAM: @alyshiaochse INSTAGRAM: @thatoneaudition WEBSITE: AlyshiaOchse.com ITUNES: Subscribe to That One Audition on iTunes SPOTIFY: Subscribe to That One Audition on Spotify STITCHER: Subscribe to That One Audition on Stitcher EPISODE CREDITS: HOST/PRODUCER: Alyshia Ochse WRITER: Maddie McCormick WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings SOCIAL: Alara Cerikcioglu

The Ryan Kelley Morning After
TMA (3-20-26) Hour 3 - All Billikens, All The Time

The Ryan Kelley Morning After

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 46:19


(00:00-22:11) Tim's theme song means we're joined by Tim on the phone lines talking about the dominant win for the Billikens. Great 7-day stretch for SLU. Auditioning for the Big East. Georgia's lackluster defense. Scoring 100+ without a ton of threes. Schertz staying at SLU for at least next year. What SLU's doing for the St. Louis sports landscape. Thoughts on Mizzou Miami tonight.(22:19-30:15) Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTD(30:25-46:11) Joined by former Billiken, Ryan Leuchtefeld talking about the big Billiken win last night in Buffalo.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Cafeteria
Episode 292: Auditioning for College

The Cafeteria

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2026 53:12


Brent and Ryan are auditioning for colleges and Jonny's fasting. 

And The Writer Is...with Ross Golan
Ep. 240: Ejae | A Career Built Slowly and Heard All at Once

And The Writer Is...with Ross Golan

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 95:42


Today's guest is a Grammy-winning songwriter, global pop architect, and one of the most quietly influential voices shaping modern music across borders.Before the world heard her voice, EJAE spent years training inside the K-pop system — learning discipline, structure, and endurance long before recognition ever arrived. When the system didn't know what to do with her, she pivoted. Slowly. Intentionally. And built a career that would eventually be heard everywhere.Now, as a songwriter whose work spans K-pop, pop, animation, and beyond — and as an artist stepping into her own voice — EJAE represents a different kind of success: one built patiently, shaped by pressure, and defined by longevity rather than speed.And The Writer Is… EJAE.In this episode of And The Writer Is…, EJAE opens up about:The reality of the K-pop training system and what it actually teaches you about discipline and survivalRejection and why her voice didn't fit the moment — and how that shaped her writingLearning to work alone after years inside a rigid systemHow songwriting became a safer, more powerful entry point than performingThe pivot that reframed her career and led to global successAnd much more…Hit the subscribe button and turn on notifications.Every week, we go deep with the most interesting creatives in music.Follow us on socials: @andthewriterisA special thank you to our sponsors…Our lead sponsor, NMPA — the National Music Publishing Association. Your support means the world to us.And @splice — the best sample library on the market. Period.Chapters:0:00 Intro1:30 Early life & finding music6:10 Inside K-Pop training9:00 Ejae's writing process...28:00 Rejection from auditioning to be a K-Pop Idol... and $5 Karaoke training to pass.41:00 Ejae sings her first song41:37 Sponsor Spotlight: NMPA42:18 Sponsor Spotlight: Splice14:45 Discipline, pressure, and identity23:20 Being let go by the system30:40 Rebuilding in isolation39:15 Discovering songwriting as power50:00 K-Pop's ultimate evaluation: Auditioning to debut50:37 Ejae's rejection and rock bottom... and the pivot that would change everything56:10 Global songs & delayed recognition1:00:00 How she wrote her first songs1:04:00 Writing her first song for film1:07:00 Writing 'Psycho' for Red Velvet at her first session1:13:00 K-Pop vs Pop music... And the reference to 'Psycho'1:14:00 K-Pop Demon Hunters1:20:00 The story behind 'Golden'1:26:00 The original 'Golden' voice memo...1:30:00 The process of co-writing the songs for K-Pop Demon HuntersHosted by Ross GolanProduced by Joe London & Jad SaadCreative Directed by Jad SaadPost-Production VFX by Pratik KarkiWatercolor Art by Michael White Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bad Friends
Shane Gillis Confronts Bobby

Bad Friends

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2025 62:36


Get MORE Bad Friends at our Patreon!! https://www.patreon.com/c/badfriends Thank you to our Sponsors: Dominos, DraftKings, Talkspace, Hims, Ridge & ShipStation • Dominos: Order now at https://dominos.com • DraftKings: Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app TODAY! New customers, bet just $5, and if your bet wins, you'll instantly get paid $200 in bonus bets with code BADFRIENDS. • Talkspace: Get $80 off your first month with promo code SPACE80 at https://Talkspace.com • Hims: For simple, online access to personalized and affordable care for Hair Loss, ED, Weight Loss, and more, visit https://Hims.com/BADFRIENDS. • Ridge: Take advantage of Ridge's Biggest Sale of the Year and GET UP TO 47% Off by going to https://ridge.com/BAD #Ridgepod • ShipStation: Upgrade to ShipStation today to get a sixty-day free trial at https://www.shipstation.com/badfriends 0:00 Bobby's Apology5:00 She Was Looking For It10:00 Don't Point At Me15:00 Working on Mad TV20:00 Working With Actors30:00 Damn, Dude...35:00 Auditioning for Tires41:45 Shane Steals Bobby Mom46:00 Korean War Stories51:00 Don't Take The Rice55:00 Korean Girls1:00:00 A Song From Bobby Mom YouTube Subscribe: http://bit.ly/BadFriendsYouTube Audio Subscribe: https://apple.co/31Jsvr2 Merch: http://badfriendsmerch.com More Bobby Lee TigerBelly: https://www.youtube.com/tigerbelly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bobbyleelive Twitter: https://twitter.com/bobbyleelive Tickets: https://bobbylee.live More Andrew Santino Whiskey Ginger: https://www.youtube.com/andrewsantinowhiskeyginger Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cheetosantino Twitter: https://Twitter.com/cheetosantino Tickets: http://www.andrewsantino.com More Fancy SOS VHS: https://www.youtube.com/@7EQUIS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fancyb.1 More Bad Friends iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bad-friends/id1496265971 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badfriendspod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/badfriends_pod Official Website: http://badfriendspod.com/ Opening Credits and Branding: https://www.instagram.com/joseph_faria & https://www.instagram.com/jenna_sunday Credit Sequence Music: http://bit.ly/RocomMusic // https://www.instagram.com/rocom Character Design: https://www.instagram.com/jeffreymyles Bad Friends Mosaic Sign: https://www.instagram.com/tedmunzmosaicart Produced by: 7EQUIS https://www.7equis.com/ Podcast Producer: Andrés Rosende This video contains paid promotion. #bobbylee #andrewsantino #badfriends #sponsored #ad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices