Podcast appearances and mentions of Austin Basis

Over drinks, Berly and LA chat with actor, writer, and producer, Austin Basis, about his experience on the set of Supernatural and the 2010 web series spinoff, Ghostfacers.  Austin is also a celebrity ambassador for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) and currently fundraising for their annual One Walk.  Find more information at https://shorturl.at/mrGLT.  Thank you to Austin for this discussion.  Now, let's get tipsy!  CW/TW for violent and lewd commentary; listeners beware!

"HE LIKES TO BE ON THE AIR!" Boy, oh, boy, do we have a special treat for you! If you are dying for some behind the scenes, info and hilarious stories about what it's like to be in the Maisel cast, you've come to the right place! We had the honor of talking with Austin Basis, who plays Alvin Blank, on The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel and we are so excited to share this conversation with you, listeners! Follow Austin on InstagramCheck out Austin's podcast ActorSpeak on Apple PodcastsAnd Austin's Website for links to all of his upcoming events, projects, books and charities! movie Austin's film “DARUMA” premiering at Dances With Films in Hollywood on June 28th, is sold out but there's a waiting list: DarumaClick here! To donate to Juvenile diabetes, research foundation (JDRF)Perfectly marvelous is now on Patreon! Perfectly Marvelous! Patreon PageSubscribe to Jade's new Podcast "Shall We Compare Thee?" A remake and Sequel PodcastLeave us your feedback for our next interview episode when we will be talking to Matilda Szydagis (Zelda)! If you have any questions you'd like us to ask her, tell us! Also, what's your “most marvelous moment” of the season? We want to know! And as always THANK YOU lovely listeners for your continued support!

With us today is actor Austin Basis, one of the hardest working actors in Hollywood.    He is currently known as Alvin on the award winning comedy series “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel”.    Austin is best known as the breakout comedic star on the CW's People's Choice Award-winning series, “Beauty and the Beast”, as well as a series regular role on The CW's “Life Unexpected”. Austin's acting resume is so long it's worth a read on IMDb!   Also, diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at a young age, Austin is a strong advocate for T1D research, and is currently a Celebrity Ambassador for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, for which he is very passionate about.    #themarvelousmrsmaisel #streaming #tvseries #tvshow #television #mrsmaisel #type1diabetes #T!D #brandambassador

With us today is actor Austin Basis, one of the hardest working actors in Hollywood.    He is currently known as Alvin on the award winning comedy series “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel”.    Austin is best known as the breakout comedic star on the CW's People's Choice Award-winning series, “Beauty and the Beast”, as well as a series regular role on The CW's “Life Unexpected”. Austin's acting resume is so long it's worth a read on IMDb!   Also, diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at a young age, Austin is a strong advocate for T1D research, and is currently a Celebrity Ambassador for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, for which he is very passionate about.    #themarvelousmrsmaisel #streaming #tvseries #tvshow #television #mrsmaisel #type1diabetes #T!D #brandambassador

Joel Johnstone and Austin Basis met up with us to discuss what it was like being a part of a legendary show like The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. while Johnstone discusses how Archie has changed over the years, why he is such a good friend to Joel, and what he thinks of Midge -- Basis spoke about what it was like joining a historic show, the preparation he did before getting to set, and what it felt like on that last day of filming...during THAT final monologue. *MASSIVE SPOILERS DO NOT LISTEN IF YOU HAVE NOT WATCHED. Host: Monica Gleberman Editor: Polina Jdanova Social Media Graphic: Jojo -- Synopsis: It's the late 1950s, and Miriam "Midge" Maisel has everything she has ever wanted -- the perfect husband, two kids, and an elegant apartment on New York's Upper West Side. Her seemingly idyllic life takes a surprising turn when she discovers a hidden talent she didn't previously know she had -- stand-up comedy. This revelation changes her life forever as she begins a journey that takes her from her comfortable life on the Upper West Side through the cafes and nightclubs of Greenwich Village as she makes her way through the city's comedy industry on a path that could ultimately lead her to a spot on the "Tonight Show" couch. The series was created by Amy Sherman-Palladino ("Gilmore Girls"). *The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel season five is available on Prime Video now. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter @SilenceonSet and Instagram @SilenceonSetPod

"The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel's" fictional Gordon Ford Show, like non-fictional late-night comedy shows, has a head writer: Alvin, played by Austin Basis, who joined the Bagels for a rousing conversation about the end of the show, Jewish comedy influences and which cars on Coney Island's Wonder Wheel are the best.Also in the virtual studio, filmmaker Michael Horwitz, writer/director of the short film "Kanashimi" (produced by Todd Felderstein) which features Austin in a leading role. Come for the Maiselness, stay for the indie film chatter and Jewish camp shoutouts.Connect with us on socials!Twitter: @estherk, @ebenmoche and @TheBagelReportInstagram: @estherkustanowitz, @ebenmoche and @tbrthepod Email us at: thebagelreport@gmail.comLinks:http://press.amazonstudios.com/us/en/original-series/the-marvelous-mrs-maisel/5https://seedandspark.com/fund/kanashimi#story

Today on the show: We remember #TinaTurner. Head-shaking details of a high-speed chase. Desantis twitter announcement. Austin Basis from The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel joins us live. The future of the Georgia/Florida game. Plus, Would You Rather with Lil Sanjay! 9am-noon on 95.5 WSB. #preesh

It's In the News, a look at the top stories and headlines from the diabetes community happening now. Top stories this week: The US Senate grills insulin makers about keeping the price where it is, two studies look at the impact of faster-acting insulins, a new study looks out temperature and insulin storage, researchers examine CGM access and health outcomes, and more Check out Moms' Night Out with three new dates on the calendar! Please visit our Sponsors & Partners - they help make the show possible! Take Control with Afrezza  Omnipod - Simplify Life Learn about Dexcom  Check out VIVI Cap to protect your insulin from extreme temperatures Learn more about AG1 from Athletic Greens  Drive research that matters through the T1D Exchange The best way to keep up with Stacey and the show is by signing up for our weekly newsletter: Sign up for our newsletter here Here's where to find us: Facebook (Group) Facebook (Page) Instagram Twitter Check out Stacey's books! Learn more about everything at our home page www.diabetes-connections.com  Reach out with questions or comments: info@diabetes-connections.com   Hello and welcome to Diabetes Connections In the News! I'm Stacey Simms and these are the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now XX In the news is brought to you by Moms Night Out - Treat yourself to some time away with other moms who get it. Our next stops this fall in Providence, RI and Frisco TX. XX Our top story this week, big Senate hearing on insulin.. The three insulin makers recently cut their list prices by around 70%. The Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions pressed industry leaders and all three – Lilly, Novo Nordisk and Sanofi - committed to “keeping their drugs affordable,” But asked whether the companies would no longer raise prices on their existing insulins, only Lilly sai yes. The Sanofi and Novo Nordisk chiefs did not. Sen. Markwayne Mullin, R-Oklahoma, called PBMs “the fox guarding the henhouse,” going after the executives for essentially “rebating themselves." He said the situation “isn't working for America.” “This committee is going to stay on this issue," Senator Bernie Sanders said Wednesday. "We need profound change in the industry and in PBMs." https://www.fiercepharma.com/pharma/bernie-sanders-led-senate-committee-holds-pharma-chiefs-and-pbm-execs-feet-fire-insulin XX Not a big difference between fast-acting insulin aspart and standard insulin. New study using hybrid closed-loop insulin delivery system found that faster acting Fiasp did not offer any additional glycemic benefits compared with standard insulin aspart – Novolog - and participants had more cases of hyperglycemia with ketosis with the Fiasp. The study cohort had a baseline HbA1c of 7.2% and a time in range of 63.9% at the start of the trial. Of the cohort, 76% was using a hybrid closed-loop insulin delivery system at enrollment. There were no cases of severe hypoglycemia or DKA during either intervention. https://www.healio.com/news/endocrinology/20230508/time-in-range-similar-with-fastacting-vs-standard-insulin-for-young-kids-with-diabetes XX On the other hand, people with type 2 diabetes saw more time in range with faster acting insulin. These were adults with type 2 on basal bolus MDI along with CGM. The insulins here with Lyumjev and humalog. https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s13300-023-01400-w XX New study confirming that insulin doesn't have to be refrigerated as strictly at package instructions. These researchers took 6 different bands and types of insulins and stored them – quote - unopened for 1–4 months in non-refrigerated conditions in a real-world setting during the summer in India, all compared with control samples of each insulin, which remained refrigerated. Insulin vials were stored in watertight bags. Bags were placed in either an open plastic container stored on a high shelf or in a cupboard, or in clay pots with a separate water compartment. All storage containers were placed in shaded areas The temperature was measured every 15 min by electronic data loggers. The mean maximum temperatures were between 86 and 94 degrees. Most of the insulin stayed fine for two months and much of it for four months. Every study I talk about is linked up at this episode's homepage at d-c dot com with more specifics. https://www.thelancet.com/journals/landia/article/PIIS2213-8587(23)00028-1/fulltext?fbclid=IwAR1J2Y2JLZNHTvlPwtCo7t-wA60zhFMRvx2DEc7sujaFOX1pKc_-RbjhnL0 XX Not so shocking conclusion that increasing access to CGMs – regardless of ethnicity and insurance status – can improve outcomes. Despite higher rates of complications among T1D youths from lower-income backgrounds, diabetes technology is 50% lower among this group. Youths with public insurance have frequent interruptions to CGM access, which are associated with worsening HbA1C trends. Implicit biases and willingness to recommend diabetes technology to youths from underrepresented backgrounds are likely additional contributors to these disparities, according to authors. Authors concluded the results demonstrated in the study suggest equitable access to CGM soon after T1D diagnosis could be a first step to improve HbA1C for all youths, but acknowledge this access alone is, “unlikely to eliminate disparities entirely.” The authors add broader societal strategies to address structural drivers of disparities in diabetes care are required. https://www.contemporarypediatrics.com/view/equitable-access-to-glucose-monitoring-improves-hba1c-levels XX Interesting reminder that the seemingly obvious answer isn't always the right one comes from cataract research.. Cataracts—the clouding of the lens of the eye—are the number one cause of blindness worldwide and are a common complication of type 2 diabetes. The current hypothesis behind diabetic cataract development is coined “the sugar hypothesis” and suggests that high blood sugar—a hallmark of diabetes—precedes cataract development. The working assumptions underlying the sugar hypothesis describe higher levels of glucose in the lenses of people with diabetes convert to a sugar alcohol molecule called sorbitol, which induces structural changes to the lens of the eye that precede cataract development. While unproven, researchers rarely investigate this theory further due to cataracts' treatable nature. Now, after some animal studies, it looks like the damage actually starts before blood glucose rises above normal. The reseahres say it's still too early to tell what's going on but they hope ore study will bring the medical community a step closer to understanding the cellular mechanisms underlying the origins of diabetic complications during the pre-diabetic stage of the disease. Then, they say, they can search for ways to better prevent them. https://scitechdaily.com/sweet-deception-sugar-hypothesis-of-diabetic-cataract-development-gets-an-eye-opening-reality-check/ XX Very large study shows that GLP1 receptor agonists—a class of diabetes medications that include Trulicy and Ozempic —are associated with fewer major adverse cardiovascular events than another type of diabetes drug older veterans with no prior heart disease. The second drug type is DPP4 inhibitors with brand names like Januvia and Nesina. Apparently, the clinical trials showing cardiovascular benefits for these drugs were conducted in people who already had heart disease, so these researchers wanted to see if it would help those who did not. 100-thousand US veterans were included in this study. The median patient age was 67 years, and the median diabetes duration was 8.5 years. The researchers included variables such as age, sex, race, body mass index, blood pressure, laboratory values like hemoglobin A1c, and history of prior illnesses in the statistical analysis. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2023-05-diabetes-drugs-adverse-cardiac-events.html XX Ascensia expands it's Eversense PASS, a Payment Assistance and Simple Savings program designed to enhance affordability and access to the Eversense E3 CGM System. Under the new and improved program, more people with diabetes will be eligible for assistance paying for the system, which now includes increased savings for eligible first time users. Eligibility for the program has now been extended to all commercially insured people with diabetes across the country, including those who do not have coverage for the Eversense E3 system from their insurance provider. Eversense is an implanted CGM that lasts six months and has a removable smart transmitter. https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/ascensia-diabetes-care-expands-payment-assistance-and-simple-savings-program-for-eversense-e3-cgm-system-301818639.html XX Right back to the news, but first, I want to tell you about Moms Night Out! In the 16+ years since my son was diagnosed with type 1, I have attended dozens of diabetes conferences and events. Now I've taken the best elements from those events and created a brand new experience. We're going to have lots of diabetes technology for you to see and learn about, stress-relieving social time where you can meet other moms just like you, and speakers who will leave you feeling energized and ready to face the challenges of parenting a child with T1D. We had the first of these in January – I didn't realize it was the first I actually expect it to be a one and done – but it went to so well and the reaction was so good from moms around the country that I deided to keep going. Our next stops are Frisco TX and Providence RI, back to Charlotte in Feb and more cities to come in 2024. Join us – check out the very top of diabetes-connections dot com or click on the event tab. XX XX Garmin today announced expanded region availability of the Dexcom Connect IQ apps. Available for a wide range of Garmin smartwatches, the Dexcom Connect IQ app3 provides people with diabetes with a secondary way to view their glucose levels, right from their wrist. Connect IQ is the app platform for Garmin wearables, bike computers, and outdoor handhelds https://www.garmin.com/en-US/newsroom/press-release/wearables-health/people-with-diabetes-can-now-view-dexcom-cgm-data-on-their-garmin-smartwatch-or-cycling-computer/ XX XX On the podcast next week.. Neil Greathouse is a familiar face on social media – posting every day as “The Betes.” I'll catch up with Neil to talk about what motivated this every day connection – he has a real job not in diabetes – and more. Last week I spoke with The Marvelous Mrs Maisel's Austin Basis about managing T1D on set and off. That's In the News for this week.. if you like it, please share it! Thanks for joining me! See you back here soon.

Actor Austin Basis has a juicy role in this final season of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel; he plays Alvin, the head writer on the show within the show. Basis was diagnosed with type 1 at age nine back in the 1980s. It was a time before home blood glucose meters, let alone pumps and CGMs. He shares how he manages T1D during auditions and on the set and of course we talk about Mrs. Maisel! I had questions about the fashion, the plot, all night shoots and how this final season ends. This podcast is not intended as medical advice. If you have those kinds of questions, please contact your health care provider. My first episode with Austin Basis from 2018: https://diabetes-connections.com/actor-austin-basis-and-the-kinetix/ Please visit our Sponsors & Partners - they help make the show possible! Take Control with Afrezza  Omnipod - Simplify Life Learn about Dexcom  Check out VIVI Cap to protect your insulin from extreme temperatures Learn more about AG1 from Athletic Greens  Drive research that matters through the T1D Exchange The best way to keep up with Stacey and the show is by signing up for our weekly newsletter: Sign up for our newsletter here Here's where to find us: Facebook (Group) Facebook (Page) Instagram Twitter Check out Stacey's books! Learn more about everything at our home page www.diabetes-connections.com  Reach out with questions or comments: info@diabetes-connections.com    

Episode 628 of On Screen & Beyond -We are joined by actor Austin Basis of "The Marvelous Mrs Maisel"! Austin joined the cast of the show for the final season and he is back with us to talk about that hit show! Austin is always a great guest! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/on-screen-and-beyond/message

On this BONUS episode of ActorSpeak, Austin Basis speaks with his wife, actor and coach Colleen Basis. In Part 1, we talk about Emma Thompson, Kenneth Branagh & Shirley MacLaine, growing up a shy kid, playing Jocasta in Oedipus, being both a participant & an observer, attending GW, touring with The Olney Theatre, the conservatory program at the Michael Howard Studios, her technique tool-belt, dramaturgy, running a business, and studying with Harriet Worrell, Alan Wade & Larry Singer. Colleen Basis is a Los Angeles based Acting Teacher and Private Coach, and creator of the viral social media graphic "The Actor's Iceberg." She has worked with a long list of clients including Emmy Award Winner Kerry Washington, Nina Lisandrello from CW's Beauty and the Beast, Agent Carter's Reggie Austin, Rebekka Johnson from the hit Netflix show GLOW, Aria Song, Rachel Drummond, and many more recognizable Film & TV actors- along with a slew of up & coming talent around the world. Colleen started acting at the age of 8 and began teaching acting as a high school student. She graduated The George Washington University with a BA in Political Science & Theater. She began her career as a professional actor immediately upon graduating from GW, performing for The Olney Theatre's National Players- traveling to over 25 states performing classical works and conducting acting workshops for high school & college students throughout the country. After moving to New York City, Colleen continued to act, study and teach. At the Michael Howard Studios, she created her own conservatory program, working with influential teachers Michael Howard, Patsy Rodenburg, Olympia Dukakis, and Larry Singer (now of Larry Singer Studios). Her acting career then took her to Los Angeles, where she shifted her focus to casting and private coaching. Her casting experience includes a number of feature films and pilots, working with and learning from veteran Casting Directors Paul Weber, Jeff Meshel & Tracy Lilienfield. Colleen's wide variety of industry experience helps guide actors as they navigate the complexities of being a Professional Actor throughout their career. She believes an actor's creative process and career trajectory isn't “One Size Fit's All." Instead, Colleen provides a personalized, comprehensive & functional approach that helps actors bridge their training, creativity and real world demands so that they can fully capitalize on the opportunities of being a working actor. Kerry Washington has said Colleen "is a phenomenal acting coach... working with her could change your life!" This is the first ActorSpeak episode with an acting teacher & coach. WE AUDITION is a video-chat community where actors can audition, self-tape, rehearse, and get expert industry advice. USE promo code: ACTORSPEAK to get 25% off when joining at WeAudition.com

On this BONUS episode of ActorSpeak, Austin Basis speaks with his wife, actor and coach Colleen Basis. In Part 3, we chat about improv as a rehearsal technique, the chemistry of two willing & open actors, the key to villainous characters, her love of actors & the craft of acting, Claire Foy's breath-control in The Crown, how coaching is like bartending, putting yourself out there, and making an actor's journey a little bit easier. Colleen Basis is a Los Angeles based Acting Teacher and Private Coach, and creator of the viral social media graphic "The Actor's Iceberg." She has worked with a long list of clients including Emmy Award Winner Kerry Washington, Nina Lisandrello from CW's Beauty and the Beast, Agent Carter's Reggie Austin, Rebekka Johnson from the hit Netflix show GLOW, Aria Song, Rachel Drummond, and many more recognizable Film & TV actors- along with a slew of up & coming talent around the world. Colleen started acting at the age of 8 and began teaching acting as a high school student. She graduated The George Washington University with a BA in Political Science & Theater. She began her career as a professional actor immediately upon graduating from GW, performing for The Olney Theatre's National Players- traveling to over 25 states performing classical works and conducting acting workshops for high school & college students throughout the country. After moving to New York City, Colleen continued to act, study and teach. At the Michael Howard Studios, she created her own conservatory program, working with influential teachers Michael Howard, Patsy Rodenburg, Olympia Dukakis, and Larry Singer (now of Larry Singer Studios). Her acting career then took her to Los Angeles, where she shifted her focus to casting and private coaching. Her casting experience includes a number of feature films and pilots, working with & learning from veteran Casting Directors Paul Weber, Jeff Meshel and Tracy Lilienfield. Colleen's wide variety of industry experience helps guide actors as they navigate the complexities of being a Professional Actor throughout their career. She believes an actor's creative process and career trajectory isn't “One Size Fit's All." Instead, Colleen provides a personalized, comprehensive & functional approach that helps actors bridge their training, creativity and real world demands so that they can fully capitalize on the opportunities of being a working actor. Kerry Washington has said Colleen "is a phenomenal acting coach... working with her could change your life!" This is the first ActorSpeak episode with an acting teacher & coach. WE AUDITION is a video-chat community where actors can audition, self-tape, rehearse, and get expert industry advice. USE promo code: ACTORSPEAK to get 25% off when joining at WeAudition.com

On this BONUS episode of ActorSpeak, Austin Basis speaks with his wife, actor and coach Colleen Basis. In Part 2, we discuss "The Actor's Iceberg," mind-body connection, actable words & actions, the actor as an instrument, her love of TV, what an actor's "wheelhouse" is, the path of least resistance, speaking to each actor differently, cultivating & developing objectivity, loving rehearsal, and doing the best you can in the time you have with a self-tape. Colleen Basis is a Los Angeles based Acting Teacher and Private Coach, and creator of the viral social media graphic "The Actor's Iceberg." She has worked with a long list of clients including Emmy Award Winner Kerry Washington, Nina Lisandrello from CW's Beauty and the Beast, Agent Carter's Reggie Austin, Rebekka Johnson from the hit Netflix show GLOW, Aria Song, Rachel Drummond, and many more recognizable Film & TV actors- along with a slew of up & coming talent around the world. Colleen started acting at the age of 8 and began teaching acting as a high school student. She graduated The George Washington University with a BA in Political Science & Theater. She began her career as a professional actor immediately upon graduating from GW, performing for The Olney Theatre's National Players- traveling to over 25 states performing classical works and conducting acting workshops for high school & college students throughout the country. After moving to New York City, Colleen continued to act, study and teach. At the Michael Howard Studios, she created her own conservatory program, working with influential teachers Michael Howard, Patsy Rodenburg, Olympia Dukakis, and Larry Singer (now of Larry Singer Studios). Her acting career then took her to Los Angeles, where she shifted her focus to casting and private coaching. Her casting experience includes a number of feature films and pilots, working with and learning from veteran Casting Directors Paul Weber, Jeff Meshel & Tracy Lilienfield. Colleen's wide variety of industry experience helps guide actors as they navigate the complexities of being a Professional Actor throughout their career. She believes an actor's creative process and career trajectory isn't “One Size Fit's All." Instead, Colleen provides a personalized, comprehensive & functional approach that helps actors bridge their training, creativity and real world demands so that they can fully capitalize on the opportunities of being a working actor. Kerry Washington has said Colleen "is a phenomenal acting coach... working with her could change your life!" This is the first ActorSpeak episode with an acting teacher & coach. WE AUDITION is a video-chat community where actors can audition, self-tape, rehearse, and get expert industry advice. USE promo code: ACTORSPEAK to get 25% off when joining at WeAudition.com

The Screen Forum's conversation with actor Austin Basis continues with discussions about the challenges that actresses face in the industry which their male counterparts never do.  We also discuss the ramifications of the court battle Scarlett Johansson is waging against Disney.

On this episode of ActorSpeak, Austin Basis continues to speak with actor Goya Robles (Get Shorty, POWER Book III: Raising Kanan, 11:55, Brut Force, Rattled!) In Part 2, we discuss the crossroads of abuse and trauma, his mentor Ellen Burstyn, not being killed off on Get Shorty, working with director Adam Arkin, his self-critical nature, rehearsing more to reduce the "noise," working with Javier Molina, chemistry as a willingness to receive, experiencing truth, going towards the uncomfortable, LatinX buying power and representation, humanizing "villains," feeding his acting compulsion, and his dream of opening an acting school for inner city youth. A Stamford, CT native, Goya Robles is a Lifetime Member of The Actors Studio and holds an MFA from The Actors Studio Drama School at Pace University in New York. A Latino actor of Puerto Rican and Ecuadorian descent, his portrayal of heartbreaking, volatile, vulnerable characters have become a stamp in all of his work. Goya is most recognized for his breakout role as Yago in the critically acclaimed series Get Shorty on EPIX, working alongside Ray Romano and Chris O'Dowd. He has starred in numerous independent films, including a supporting lead role as Teyo in the film 11:55, starring John Leguizamo, David Zayas, and Julia Stiles. He's also executive produced the short film WONDER, which won over 20 national and international film festival awards, including the HBO Shorts Competition at the Martha's Vineyard African American Film Festival and the Audience Award at Urbanworld. Most recently, he produced and created the art film Who Am I? - a spoken word piece about race and responsibility. You can see him in the upcoming films Brut Force, Rattled! and High Ceilings, and the TV series POWER Book III: Raising Kanan on Starz. Goya's theater credits include The Actors Studio West production of THE MOTHERF*CKER WITH THE HAT by Stephen Adly Guirgis in LA, EXTREMITIES by William Mastrosimone, and CRYSTAL CLEAR by Phil Young, both at Dance New Amsterdam Theater in NYC. He also starred in the LAByrinth Theater Barn Series of Mark Borkowski's play, VALENTINO'S WING, starring Michael Shannon, Annabella Sciorra, and directed by Ellen Burstyn. Goya is also the creator of Paint The Mic, a performing and visual arts collaboration which brings attention to local organizations whose mission is to support under-served communities. As a spoken word artist himself, Goya created a way for artists of diverse disciplines to use their craft as a way to directly impact communities in need. Goya also taught slam poetry at The Lee Strasberg Institute in West Hollywood and his first compilation of poems was called Spit My Soul and released at the Nuyorican Poets Cafe. What strikes me most about Goya's work besides his talent are his heart and authenticity. But it's his artistry that really shines through in everything he does- whether on stage, on screen or as a poet and producer. As both an actor and an advocate he is able to speak the truth, taking his pain and perspective and channeling them into his art. That's what The Actors Studio is all about, and Goya is one of the members that best exemplifies that. WE AUDITION is a video-chat community where actors can audition, self-tape, rehearse, and get expert industry advice. USE promo code: ACTORSPEAK to get 25% off when joining at WeAudition.com

On this episode of ActorSpeak, Austin Basis speaks with actor Goya Robles (Get Shorty, POWER Book III: Raising Kanan, 11:55, Brut Force, Rattled!). In Part 1, we talk about Al Pacino in Scent of a Woman, hip hop, Def Jam Poetry, studying with Elizabeth Kemp, the core wound, shadow work playing Raul in Extremities, almost leaving school, using animal work, making urgent choices, the importance of therapy, the Idiot Workshop, working too hard, living his truth, always learning new things, being in the question, the "fuck it" stage, and his epic audition for Get Shorty. A Stamford, CT native, Goya Robles is a Lifetime Member of The Actors Studio and holds an MFA from The Actors Studio Drama School at Pace University in New York. A Latino actor of Puerto Rican and Ecuadorian descent, his portrayal of heartbreaking, volatile, vulnerable characters have become a stamp in all of his work. Goya is most recognized for his breakout role as Yago in the critically acclaimed series Get Shorty on EPIX, working alongside Ray Romano and Chris O'Dowd. He has starred in numerous independent films, including a supporting lead role as Teyo in the film 11:55, starring John Leguizamo, David Zayas, and Julia Stiles. He's also executive produced the short film WONDER, which won over 20 national and international film festival awards, including the HBO Shorts Competition at the Martha's Vineyard African American Film Festival and the Audience Award at Urbanworld. Most recently, he produced and created the art film Who Am I? - a spoken word piece about race and responsibility. You can see him in the upcoming films Brut Force, Rattled! and High Ceilings, and the TV series POWER Book III: Raising Kanan on Starz. Goya's theater credits include The Actors Studio West production of THE MOTHERF*CKER WITH THE HAT by Stephen Adly Guirgis in LA, EXTREMITIES by William Mastrosimone, and CRYSTAL CLEAR by Phil Young, both at Dance New Amsterdam Theater in NYC. He also starred in the LAByrinth Theater Barn Series of Mark Borkowski's play, VALENTINO'S WING, starring Michael Shannon, Annabella Sciorra, and directed by Ellen Burstyn. Goya is also the creator of Paint The Mic, a performing and visual arts collaboration which brings attention to local organizations whose mission is to support under-served communities. As a spoken word artist himself, Goya created a way for artists of diverse disciplines to use their craft as a way to directly impact communities in need. Goya also taught slam poetry at The Lee Strasberg Institute in West Hollywood and his first compilation of poems was called Spit My Soul and released at the Nuyorican Poets Cafe. What strikes me most about Goya's work besides his talent are his heart and authenticity. But it's his artistry that really shines through in everything he does- whether on stage, on screen or as a poet and producer. As both an actor and an advocate he is able to speak the truth, taking his pain and perspective and channeling them into his art. That's what The Actors Studio is all about, and Goya is one of the members that best exemplifies that. WE AUDITION is a video-chat community where actors can audition, self-tape, rehearse, and get expert industry advice. USE promo code: ACTORSPEAK to get 25% off when joining at WeAudition.com

Austin Basis visits The Screen Forum to discuss the profession of acting.  

On this episode of ActorSpeak, Austin Basis continues to speak with actor Polly Lee (The Americans, The Blacklist, Law Order: SVU, Gotham, Nurse Jackie, Chicago Med, The Looming Tower, Younger). In Part 2, we discuss the fundaments, audiobooks, being stranded on stage in her underwear, hating seeing herself, teasing out the humanity of a scene, serving new plays, missing human randomness, character as the actor's domain, perfection vs. progress, faking chemistry, being positively judgmental, the exact right amount of intimacy, and wanting a universal basic income for artists. Polly Lee is an award-winning actress who has dedicated her career to new plays and, as such, has performed in over 20 world premieres, both in New York City and across the country. Her New York theatre credits include Lincoln Center Theatre, Clubbed Thumb, Ensemble Studio Theatre, New Georges and Little Lord Theatre- among many others. Regionally she has worked at A.R.T., Yale Rep, La Jolla Playhouse, Humana Festival @ATL, McCarter Theatre, Wilma Theatre, Repertory Theatre of St. Louis, and many many more. Polly's Film & TV credits include The Blacklist, Law & Order: SVU, Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, Gotham, Butterflies of Bill Baker, Nurse Jackie, Chicago Med, The Looming Tower and recurring roles on Younger and The Americans. Polly has narrated over 200 audiobooks and is a proud member of Ensemble Studio Theatre, Actors Equity and an affiliated artist at Clubbed Thumb. Her upcoming films include Things Heard and Seen and Give and Take. Polly went to school for Theatre Studies at Royal Holloway at the University of London and attended the Actors Studio Drama School at New School University. Her kind eyes, warm smile, big heart, and cheeky sense of humor have endeared audiences all over the country and now I get to talk to her about her process, craft & all things acting related. WE AUDITION is a video-chat community where actors can audition, self-tape, rehearse, and get expert industry advice. USE promo code: ACTORSPEAK to get 25% off when joining at WeAudition.com

On this episode of ActorSpeak, Austin Basis speaks with actor Polly Lee (The Americans, The Blacklist, Law Order: SVU, Gotham, Nurse Jackie, Chicago Med, The Looming Tower, Younger). In Part 1, we talk about The Sound of Music, playing Audrey in Little Shop of Horrors, her novelist mum and vicar dad, being a princess, observing the human condition, studying with Barbara Poitier and Gene Lasko, her one weeping eye, giving fear a name, playing worried moms, having your own personal comic timing, the given circumstances, Fiona Shaw in Medea, and the subjective art of acting. Polly Lee is an award-winning actress who has dedicated her career to new plays and, as such, has performed in over 20 world premieres, both in New York City and across the country. Her New York theatre credits include Lincoln Center Theatre, Clubbed Thumb, Ensemble Studio Theatre, New Georges and Little Lord Theatre- among many others. Regionally she has worked at A.R.T., Yale Rep, La Jolla Playhouse, Humana Festival @ATL, McCarter Theatre, Wilma Theatre, Repertory Theatre of St. Louis, and many many more. Polly's Film & TV credits include The Blacklist, Law & Order: SVU, Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, Gotham, Butterflies of Bill Baker, Nurse Jackie, Chicago Med, The Looming Tower and recurring roles on Younger and The Americans. Polly has narrated over 200 audiobooks and is a proud member of Ensemble Studio Theatre, Actors Equity and an affiliated artist at Clubbed Thumb. Her upcoming films include Things Heard and Seen and Give and Take. Polly went to school for Theatre Studies at Royal Holloway at the University of London and attended the Actors Studio Drama School at New School University. Her kind eyes, warm smile, big heart, and cheeky sense of humor have endeared audiences all over the country and now I get to talk to her about her process, craft & all things acting related. WE AUDITION is a video-chat community where actors can audition, self-tape, rehearse, and get expert industry advice. USE promo code: ACTORSPEAK to get 25% off when joining at WeAudition.com

On this episode of ActorSpeak, Austin Basis continues to speak with actor Gabe Fazio (I Know This Much is True, The Place Beyond the Pines, A Star is Born, Homeland, The Path to 9/11). In Part 2, we discuss evolving as a person and an actor, rehearsal as the 1st take, insecurities, nerves working with friend Bradley Cooper, going blank playing Satan in The Last Days of Judas Iscariot, Anthony Hopkins in The Father, truth without judgement, Mrs. Doubtfire, peanut butter and unrequited love. Actor Gabe Fazio attended Suffolk Community College before being accepted at The Actors Studio Drama School, where he received an MFA. His Off and Off-Off Broadway experience includes the New York City premieres of Spring Storm by Tennessee Williams and Sins of the Mother by Israel Horovitz; and the World Premieres of Free Gift Inside by Edward Allen Baker and First Born by Lyle Kessler. Among his notable TV appearances are Homeland, The Path to 9/11 where he starred opposite Harvey Keitel, and most recently, I Know This Much is True - in which Gabe played Mark Ruffalo's characters' twin brother in every scene that both twins were in, serving as an essential scene partner that helped Ruffalo achieve his award-winning performance. His film credits include: The Place Beyond the Pines, A Star is Born, Giants Being Lonely, and many independent films in which his performance garnered Best Actor Awards throughout the festival circuit. Gabe is also a writer & has directed several short films. Like myself, he's a Lifetime Member of The Actors Studio and one of the most talented actors I know. WE AUDITION is a video-chat community where actors can audition, self-tape, rehearse, and get expert industry advice. USE promo code: ACTORSPEAK to get 25% off when joining at WeAudition.com

On this episode of ActorSpeak, Austin Basis speaks with actor Gabe Fazio (I Know This Much is True, The Place Beyond the Pines, A Star is Born, Homeland, The Path to 9/11). In Part 1, we talk about Room Service, the Fringe Festival, Joe Isuzu, being a "caveman," Paul Newman in Cool Hand Luke, studying with Geraldine Barron, statue exercises, asking questions, digging for gold, using yourself, letting it go, chemistry with Michael Aronov, and how tinnitus helped him prepare for working with Mark Ruffalo and Derek Cianfrance. Actor Gabe Fazio attended Suffolk Community College before being accepted at The Actors Studio Drama School, where he received an MFA. His Off and Off-Off Broadway experience includes the New York City premieres of Spring Storm by Tennessee Williams and Sins of the Mother by Israel Horovitz; and the World Premieres of Free Gift Inside by Edward Allen Baker and First Born by Lyle Kessler. Among his notable TV appearances are Homeland, The Path to 9/11 where he starred opposite Harvey Keitel, and most recently, I Know This Much is True - in which Gabe played Mark Ruffalo's characters' twin brother in every scene that both twins were in, serving as an essential scene partner that helped Ruffalo achieve his award-winning performance. His film credits include: The Place Beyond the Pines, A Star is Born, Giants Being Lonely, and many independent films in which his performance garnered Best Actor Awards throughout the festival circuit. Gabe is also a writer & has directed several short films. Like myself, he's a Lifetime Member of The Actors Studio and one of the most talented actors I know. WE AUDITION is a video-chat community where actors can audition, self-tape, rehearse, and get expert industry advice. USE promo code: ACTORSPEAK to get 25% off when joining at WeAudition.com

On this episode of ActorSpeak, Austin Basis speaks with actor Al Vicente (Sons of Anarchy, Bosch, Dawn of the Planet of the Apes, Queen Sugar, Allegiant, Star Maps). In Part 1, we talk about Pacino in Scarface, playing in a band, Mr. Berksen, guideposts, Audition by Michael Shurtleff, coming alive onstage, his "summer wind" rhythm, Michael Jordan's work-ethic, doing things differently, trusting himself, taking control, and loving self-tapes since 2012. Born and raised in Chicago, IL - Al Vicente spent a couple of years training at Columbia College. He started working in theater at the Latino Chicago Theatre Company and the Goodman Theater, and taking classes at night, which eventually led him to film and TV work. In Chicago, he appeared in The Night of the Iguana at the Goodman- a production which eventually made its way to Broadway. Soon after moving to Los Angeles, Al scored his first big role in Star Maps - an independent film that had a very successful premiere at The Sundance Film Festival. He went on to appear in major films Godzilla: King of the Monsters, Allegiant, Black Dynamite, Bill and Ted Face the Music, Taken 3 with Forrest Whitaker, and Dawn of Planet of the Apes with Gary Oldman- among others. Some of Al's TV credits include recurring roles on Bosch, Game of Silence, Sons of Anarchy, and Empire; and guest-starring roles on ER, Dexter, American Horror Story, The Walking Dead, Criminal Minds, Chicago Fire, Claws, the TV movie Anna Nicole with Martin Landau, and Queen Sugar produced by Ava Duvernay. Most recently, Al was in Louisiana shooting NCIS New Orleans, during the pandemic... in the middle of a hurricane! With over 100 credits to his name, Al has played his share of scientists, bartenders, doctors, lawyers, lieutenants, deputies, detectives, cops, and criminals. Frequently hired for his steady hand, casual cool and disarming charm, Al's acting range stems from a confidence that comes with years of experience. It's no wonder his talents have led him to an epic run of guest stars and recurring roles that have had him traveling cross-country from coast to coast for the better part of the past NINE years. In short, he's always working on something! WE AUDITION is a video-chat community where actors can audition, self-tape, rehearse, and get expert industry advice. USE promo code: ACTORSPEAK to get 25% off when joining at WeAudition.com

On this episode of ActorSpeak, Austin Basis continues to speak with actor Al Vicente (Sons of Anarchy, Bosch, Dawn of the Planet of the Apes, Queen Sugar, Allegiant, Star Maps). In Part 2, we discuss being a working Latino actor, anxiousness, Gary Oldman, loving theatre, auditioning for Gary Sinise at Steppenwolf, reps that believe in you, life on the road, the power of listening, "thinking loudly but speaking softly," and learning to use yourself to the best of your ability. Born and raised in Chicago, IL - Al Vicente spent a couple of years training at Columbia College. He started working in theater at the Latino Chicago Theatre Company and the Goodman Theater, and taking classes at night, which eventually led him to film and TV work. In Chicago, he appeared in The Night of the Iguana at the Goodman- a production which eventually made its way to Broadway. Soon after moving to Los Angeles, Al scored his first big role in Star Maps - an independent film that had a very successful premiere at The Sundance Film Festival. He went on to appear in major films Godzilla: King of the Monsters, Allegiant, Black Dynamite, Bill and Ted Face the Music, Taken 3 with Forrest Whitaker, and Dawn of Planet of the Apes with Gary Oldman- among others. Some of Al's TV credits include recurring roles on Bosch, Game of Silence, Sons of Anarchy, and Empire; and guest-starring roles on ER, Dexter, American Horror Story, The Walking Dead, Criminal Minds, Chicago Fire, Claws, the TV movie Anna Nicole with Martin Landau, and Queen Sugar produced by Ava Duvernay. Most recently, Al was in Louisiana shooting NCIS New Orleans, during the pandemic... in the middle of a hurricane! With over 100 credits to his name, Al has played his share of scientists, bartenders, doctors, lawyers, lieutenants, deputies, detectives, cops and criminals. Frequently hired for his steady hand, casual cool and disarming charm, Al's acting range stems from a confidence that comes with years of experience. It's no wonder his talents have led him to an epic run of guest stars and recurring roles that have had him traveling cross-country from coast to coast for the better part of the past NINE years. In short, he's always working on something! WE AUDITION is a video-chat community where actors can audition, self-tape, rehearse, and get expert industry advice. USE promo code: ACTORSPEAK to get 25% off when joining at WeAudition.com

On this episode of ActorSpeak, Austin Basis continues to speak with actor Reggie Austin (On My Block, Agent Carter, Pretty Little Liars, Life Unexpected, The Starter Wife). In Part 2, we discuss hating headshots, commercials as our bread & butter, facets of the "diamond," not being attached to a result, asking for one more take, learning to watch himself onscreen, making the crew laugh, doing improv on Up All Night, and knowing his strengths & weaknesses. Born in Peekskill, NY- Reggie Austin was a Theater Studies major at Yale University. There he appeared in numerous stage productions, including starring roles in Macbeth and Othello. After graduating, Reggie moved to New York City, where he studied with Susan Batson and performed on stage and in several films & TV shows before relocating to Los Angeles in 2005. You may recognize Reggie from his extensive commercial experience, but he is best known for his recurring roles on Marvel's Agent Carter, Devious Maids, Pretty Little Liars, Life Unexpected, The Fosters, The Starter Wife, and most recently the Netflix series On My Block. He has appeared as a guest star on shows including Homeland, The Good Doctor, Bones, Desperate Housewives, Grey's Anatomy, and NCIS: New Orleans, and in films including The Omen and Friends with Money. He also took his talents on the road for a few years with Acts The 3-Man Show, a full length action drama inspired by the New Testament book. His grace, charm & intelligence make him a great actor, but it's his sincere goodness that makes him a great person, devoted husband & father, and friend. WE AUDITION is a video-chat community where actors can audition, self-tape, rehearse, and get expert industry advice. USE promo code: ACTORSPEAK to get 25% off when joining at WeAudition.com

On this episode of ActorSpeak, Austin Basis continues to speak with actor Reggie Austin (On My Block, Agent Carter, Pretty Little Liars, Life Unexpected, The Starter Wife). In Part 3, we talk Life Unexpected chemistry, admiring Denzel, On My Block, always getting better, M. Night Shyamalan's skill, earning insurance, his dream to be David Schwimmer, being an assistant storyteller, bringing a warm seriousness to roles, and his one-offer a year proposition. Born in Peekskill, NY- Reggie Austin was a Theater Studies major at Yale University. There he appeared in numerous stage productions, including starring roles in Macbeth and Othello. After graduating, Reggie moved to New York City, where he studied with Susan Batson and performed on stage and in several films & TV shows before relocating to Los Angeles in 2005. You may recognize Reggie from his extensive commercial experience, but he is best known for his recurring roles on Marvel's Agent Carter, Devious Maids, Pretty Little Liars, Life Unexpected, The Fosters, The Starter Wife, and most recently the Netflix series On My Block. He has appeared as a guest star on shows including Homeland, The Good Doctor, Bones, Desperate Housewives, Grey's Anatomy, and NCIS: New Orleans, and in films including The Omen and Friends with Money. He also took his talents on the road for a few years with Acts The 3-Man Show, a full length action drama inspired by the New Testament book. His grace, charm & intelligence make him a great actor, but it's his sincere goodness that makes him a great person, devoted husband & father, and friend. WE AUDITION is a video-chat community where actors can audition, self-tape, rehearse, and get expert industry advice. USE promo code: ACTORSPEAK to get 25% off when joining at WeAudition.com

On this episode of ActorSpeak, Austin Basis continues to speak with actor Ellen Gerstein (Shameless, Southland, James Dean, Seinfeld, Friends). In Part 2, we discuss her trust with Charlie Robinson, wielding a shotgun, auditioning for Barbra Streisand, her degree in psychology, working with Martin Scorsese in Raging Bull, her sense of humanity, humor & heart, connecting with people, and being the best you can in that moment. Ellen Gerstein is an award-winning Los Angeles filmmaker, actress, writer and director. She's a member of: Women In Film, The Alliance of Women Directors, Film Independent, and a lifetime member of The Actors Studio. As an actor, Ellen has worked with talented directors including Martin Scorsese, Mark Rydell, Mimi Leder, Rob Marshall, and Danny DeVito. Her TV credits include Law and Order True Crimes: The Menendez Murders, Southland and her recurring role on Shameless as Aunt Rande. Ellen starred in the award-winning feature film The Golden Age and in the short film Passage. Her acting work ranges from the comical to the poignant, working on shows like Better Things, The Morning Show and in the TNT movie James Dean. She played Aunt Lisa in Friends and Jerry's aunt in Seinfeld, so you've probably seen her talents grace your screen at one point or another. Ellen has also performed in multiple plays in Los Angeles and wrote & performed her one-woman show, My Psychotherapy Comeback Tour. Under the banner of Lulu Productions, Ellen has produced award-winning films, web series, music videos, documentaries, and theatre. She is currently developing several new projects, including Just South of Normal, a half-hour dramedy series in the vein of The Odd Couple about two high functioning men with developmental disabilities. I was lucky enough to participate in an early reading of this project, which was adapted from her award-winning short film Waiting For Ronald, with a blended cast of disabled and non-disabled actors. Come Away With Me, another film Ellen adapted, directed & acted in, has won over 15 awards and been in over 30 film festivals around the world- and was made with an all-female crew. What impresses me most about Ellen, besides her acting chops, is her persistent creative pursuits coupled with her warm welcoming spirit & sense of humor. Her passion for storytelling pushes her to constantly be creating new projects for her & her colleagues, and in turn, tell new stories. WE AUDITION is a video-chat community where actors can audition, self-tape, rehearse, and get expert industry advice. USE promo code: ACTORSPEAK to get 25% off when joining at WeAudition.com

On this episode of ActorSpeak, Austin Basis speaks with actor Ellen Gerstein (Shameless, Southland, James Dean, Seinfeld, Friends). In Part 1, we talk about being a social worker in NYC, sage advice from her therapist, studying with Lee Strasberg & Ernie Martin, script analysis with Stella Adler, trusting yourself, substitution, subtext improv, "if you don't need- don't use," behavior, and her teaching & coaching techniques. Ellen Gerstein is an award-winning Los Angeles filmmaker, actress, writer and director. She's a member of: Women In Film, The Alliance of Women Directors, Film Independent, and a lifetime member of The Actors Studio. As an actor, Ellen has worked with talented directors including Martin Scorsese, Mark Rydell, Mimi Leder, Rob Marshall, and Danny DeVito. Her TV credits include Law and Order True Crimes: The Menendez Murders, Southland and her recurring role on Shameless as Aunt Rande. Ellen starred in the award-winning feature film The Golden Age and in the short film Passage. Her acting work ranges from the comical to the poignant, working on shows like Better Things, The Morning Show and in the TNT movie James Dean. She played Aunt Lisa in Friends and Jerry's aunt in Seinfeld, so you've probably seen her talents grace your screen at one point or another. Ellen has also performed in multiple plays in Los Angeles and wrote & performed her one-woman show, My Psychotherapy Comeback Tour. Under the banner of Lulu Productions, Ellen has produced award-winning films, web series, music videos, documentaries, and theatre. She is currently developing several new projects, including Just South of Normal, a half-hour dramedy series in the vein of The Odd Couple about two high functioning men with developmental disabilities. I was lucky enough to participate in an early reading of this project, which was adapted from her award-winning short film Waiting For Ronald, with a blended cast of disabled and non-disabled actors. Come Away With Me, another film Ellen adapted, directed & acted in, has won over 15 awards and been in over 30 film festivals around the world- and was made with an all-female crew. What impresses me most about Ellen, besides her acting chops, is her persistent creative pursuits coupled with her warm welcoming spirit & sense of humor. Her passion for storytelling pushes her to constantly be creating new projects for her & her colleagues, and in turn, tell new stories. WE AUDITION is a video-chat community where actors can audition, self-tape, rehearse, and get expert industry advice. USE promo code: ACTORSPEAK to get 25% off when joining at WeAudition.com

On this episode of ActorSpeak, Austin Basis speaks with actor Reggie Austin (On My Block, Agent Carter, Pretty Little Liars, Life Unexpected, The Starter Wife). In Part 1, we talk about the "fart loft", Three's Company, aspiring to be a doctor, studying at Yale & with Susan Batson, "into-me-see", wanting art to be math, pounding the pavement, and the constant battle with his artist vs. his technician. Born in Peekskill, NY- Reggie Austin was a Theater Studies major at Yale University. There he appeared in numerous stage productions, including starring roles in Macbeth and Othello. After graduating, Reggie moved to New York City, where he studied with Susan Batson and performed on stage and in several films & TV shows before relocating to Los Angeles in 2005. You may recognize Reggie from his extensive commercial experience, but he is best known for his recurring roles on Marvel's Agent Carter, Devious Maids, Pretty Little Liars, Life Unexpected, The Fosters, The Starter Wife, and most recently the Netflix series On My Block. He has appeared as a guest star on shows including Homeland, The Good Doctor, Bones, Desperate Housewives, Grey's Anatomy, and NCIS: New Orleans, and in films including The Omen and Friends with Money. He also took his talents on the road for a few years with Acts The 3-Man Show, a full length action drama inspired by the New Testament book. His grace, charm & intelligence make him a great actor, but it's his sincere goodness that makes him a great person, devoted husband & father, and friend. WE AUDITION is a video-chat community where actors can audition, self-tape, rehearse, and get expert industry advice. USE promo code: ACTORSPEAK to get 25% off when joining at WeAudition.com

On this episode of ActorSpeak, Austin Basis continues to speak with actor Eileen Grubba (Watchmen, New Amsterdam, Sons of Anarchy, Fear The Walking Dead, Nip/Tuck). In Part 2, we discuss raising the bar, a teachable moment with Russell Crowe, working with idols Jessica Lange and Shirley MacLaine, how life is like a box of crayons, Martin Landau's motivational words, her passion for representation, and advocating for people with disabilities. Eileen Grubba is an award-winning actress, writer and producer, a member of the Television Academy, and a lifetime member of The Actors Studio. Her TV appearances include HBO's Watchmen, SWAT, ALL Rise, Criminal Minds, New Amsterdam, Game Of Silence, The Politician, Sons of Anarchy, Fear The Walking Dead, Hung, CSI: Miami, The Mentalist, Cold Case, Nip/Tuck, The Closer, and Monk- among others! She's won several Best Actress awards for her performances in independent film, including most recently for her work in Dark Hearts and Dead End Drive. She was honored with the WeSpark Award for social impact on the entertainment industry at the Idyllwild International Festival of Cinema in 2020 and won the Mary Austin Excellence in Screenwriting Awards in 2019 and 2020, along with the Mary Austin Excellence in Producing Award in 2021. She advocates for the hiring of performers with disabilities in film, television and advertising, serves on the SAG-AFTRA National Performers With Disabilities Committee, and was selected for the 2020 CBS Leadership Pipeline for directing. When life experience, ambition, talent, and timing converge you get Eileen Grubba. She's a force both on and off camera, and someone I came to admire from her exemplary work on stage at The Actors Studio. Now, after sharing the screen with her in the instant zombie classic Dead End Drive, I've come to appreciate her gifts as an artist even more. WE AUDITION is a video-chat community where actors can audition, self-tape, rehearse, and get expert industry advice. USE promo code: ACTORSPEAK to get 25% off when joining at WeAudition.com

On this episode of ActorSpeak, Austin Basis speaks with actor Eileen Grubba (Watchmen, New Amsterdam, Sons of Anarchy, Fear The Walking Dead, Nip/Tuck). In Part 1, we talk musicals, cheerleading, putting your pain into the work, Atlanta's Alliance Theatre, HB Studios in NY, being truth-tellers, her mentors Barbara Bain and Allan Miller, and the rest of The Actors Studio family. Eileen Grubba is an award-winning actress, writer and producer, a member of the Television Academy, and a lifetime member of The Actors Studio. Her TV appearances include HBO's Watchmen, SWAT, ALL Rise, Criminal Minds, New Amsterdam, Game Of Silence, The Politician, Sons of Anarchy, Fear The Walking Dead, Hung, CSI: Miami, The Mentalist, Cold Case, Nip/Tuck, The Closer, and Monk- among others! She's won several Best Actress awards for her performances in independent film, including most recently for her work in Dark Hearts and Dead End Drive. She was honored with the WeSpark Award for social impact on the entertainment industry at the Idyllwild International Festival of Cinema in 2020 and won the Mary Austin Excellence in Screenwriting Awards in 2019 and 2020, along with the Mary Austin Excellence in Producing Award in 2021. She advocates for the hiring of performers with disabilities in film, television and advertising, serves on the SAG-AFTRA National Performers With Disabilities Committee, and was selected for the 2020 CBS Leadership Pipeline for directing. When life experience, ambition, talent, and timing converge you get Eileen Grubba. She's a force both on and off camera, and someone I came to admire from her exemplary work on stage at The Actors Studio. Now, after sharing the screen with her in the instant zombie classic Dead End Drive, I've come to appreciate her gifts as an artist even more. WE AUDITION is a video-chat community where actors can audition, self-tape, rehearse, and get expert industry advice. USE promo code: ACTORSPEAK to get 25% off when joining at WeAudition.com

On this episode of ActorSpeak, Austin Basis speaks with actor James Immekus (Lucifer, The Good Doctor, Grey's Anatomy, Mad Men). In Part 1, we discuss James' love of Ladyhawke, Viola Spolin, his mentor Rick Murphy, doing Boxboarders!, and making our way in LA together. Born in Crystal Lake, Illinois, James grew up in Kennesaw, Georgia, and graduated from the DePaul Theatre School in Chicago with a BFA in Acting. His vast theatre experience includes The Goodman Theatre in Chicago, The Contemporary American Theatre Festival in Shepherdstown, WV and the Center Theatre Group's Mark Taper Forum in Los Angeles, where he appeared in The House of Blue Leaves alongside Jane Kaczmarek, John Pankow, Kate Burton, and Diedrich Bader. But James has really made a name for himself with his extensive TV guest star work. He has over 25 guest stars & recurring roles to his credit in some of the biggest shows on television. He's not only an extremely talented actor & artist who respects his craft, but he's also a great friend & groomsman of mine...! And I couldn't think of better person to share this first episode of ActorSpeak with. WE AUDITION is a video-chat community where actors can audition, self-tape, rehearse, and get expert industry advice. USE promo code: ACTORSPEAK to get 25% off when joining at WeAudition.com

On this episode of ActorSpeak, Austin Basis speaks with actor Nina Lisandrello (Beauty And The Beast, FBI, Nurse Jackie, Law And Order). In Part 2, we talk about BATB, learning from Kristin Kreuk, Elisabeth Rohm creating chemistry, and the priorities of comedy vs. drama. A filmmaker, actress and writer, Nina is a graduate of NYU's Tisch School of the Arts. As an actress she cut her teeth in commercials and low budget indie films before taking the role of Tess Vargas on the highly successful CW show Beauty And The Beast. Her other TV credits include FBI, NCIS: New Orleans, Nurse Jackie, and Law And Order, among others- and she appeared in the animated feature film The Spine Of Night, which recently premiered at SXSW. As of late, Nina has branched out- directing short films, including Vacant (which she wrote and directed), writing screenplays, and is currently developing several projects throughout the media landscape. Most recently, she became the Chief Creative Officer of Black Lives Matter, Greater NY. Nina's most impressive quality is her ability to be good at everything...! She swiftly navigates the entertainment & media world from acting to writing to directing to activism to innovation, and she is constantly forging new ground with her talent, vision & impeccable taste. She was my work wife on BATB & remains a good friend. WE AUDITION is a video-chat community where actors can audition, self-tape, rehearse, and get expert industry advice. USE promo code: ACTORSPEAK to get 25% off when joining at WeAudition.com

On this episode of ActorSpeak, Austin Basis continues to speak with actor James Immekus (Lucifer, The Good Doctor, Grey's Anatomy, Mad Men). In Part 2, we talk about improv, our love of rehearsal, working with good people, and being fully rounded artists- more than just actors. Born in Crystal Lake, Illinois, James grew up in Kennesaw, Georgia, and graduated from the DePaul Theatre School in Chicago with a BFA in Acting. His vast theatre experience includes The Goodman Theatre in Chicago, The Contemporary American Theatre Festival in Shepherdstown, WV and the Center Theatre Group's Mark Taper Forum in Los Angeles, where he appeared in The House of Blue Leaves alongside Jane Kaczmarek, John Pankow, Kate Burton, and Diedrich Bader. But James has really made a name for himself with his extensive TV guest star work. He has over 25 guest stars & recurring roles to his credit in some of the biggest shows on television. He's not only an extremely talented actor & artist who respects his craft, but he's also a great friend & groomsman of mine...! And I couldn't think of better person to share this first episode of ActorSpeak with. WE AUDITION is a video-chat community where actors can audition, self-tape, rehearse, and get expert industry advice. USE promo code: ACTORSPEAK to get 25% off when joining at WeAudition.com

On this episode of ActorSpeak, Austin Basis speaks with actor Nina Lisandrello (Beauty And The Beast, FBI, Nurse Jackie, Law And Order). In Part 1, we discuss The Music Man, David Fincher, being the daughter of a singer, Wynn Handman, William Esper, drinking sensory hot cocoa, and Terms of Endearment... a LOT! A filmmaker, actress and writer, Nina is a graduate of NYU's Tisch School of the Arts. As an actress she cut her teeth in commercials and low budget indie films before taking the role of Tess Vargas on the highly successful CW show Beauty And The Beast. Her other TV credits include FBI, NCIS: New Orleans, Nurse Jackie, and Law And Order, among others- and she appeared in the animated feature film The Spine Of Night, which recently premiered at SXSW. As of late, Nina has branched out- directing short films, including Vacant (which she wrote and directed), writing screenplays, and is currently developing several projects throughout the media landscape. Most recently, she became the Chief Creative Officer of Black Lives Matter, Greater NY. Nina's most impressive quality is her ability to be good at everything...! She swiftly navigates the entertainment & media world from acting to writing to directing to activism to innovation, and she is constantly forging new ground with her talent, vision & impeccable taste. She was my work wife on BATB & remains a good friend. WE AUDITION is a video-chat community where actors can audition, self-tape, rehearse, and get expert industry advice. USE promo code: ACTORSPEAK to get 25% off when joining at WeAudition.com

On this episode of ActorSpeak, Austin Basis speaks with actor Rachael Drummond (Shameless, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Bombshell, Jimmy Kimmel Live!). In Part 2, we discuss improv drama, Curb Your Enthusiasm, the generosity of William H. Macy, her obsession with Maggie Siff, Zen in the art of acting, and who she is vs. who she plays. With a BFA from Boston University, Rachael Drummond is an actor and improv comedienne whose credits include Shameless, Brooklyn Nine-Nine and Bombshell, and she can often be spotted in sketches on Jimmy Kimmel Live! As an improviser, Rachael has been on house Harold teams Trophy Wife at iO West, and Crush, at Upright Citizens Brigade- along with the indie team Dork Horse and the sketch team Strong Words- also at UCB. She also wrote & performed in the sketch show, Top Story! Weekly. At Acme Comedy, she'd perform regularly on stage with the improv shows The Armando and Lady Biker Gang. She's also completed the training program at The Groundlings, so her improv & sketch comedy background is extensive. And her work-ethic is unmatched! You may have also seen her in any number of national commercials, including for the Toyota Sienna aka the “Swagger Wagon.” Her other credits include: Great News, Speechless, Fresh Off the Boat, and Parks & Recreation on TV; and the films Bear City 3 and Killer Party. She's not only an extremely talented actress, comedienne & SuperMom, but she's also a friend. And she's the Hillary Clinton my Bernie Sanders...! WE AUDITION is a video-chat community where actors can audition, self-tape, rehearse, and get expert industry advice. USE promo code: ACTORSPEAK to get 25% off when joining at WeAudition.com

On this episode of ActorSpeak, Austin Basis speaks with actor Rachael Drummond (Shameless, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Bombshell, Jimmy Kimmel Live!). In Part 1, we talk acting technique, awkward adolescence, how she discovered improv comedy, and teachers Salem Ludwig, Alan Miller, and more! With a BFA from Boston University, Rachael Drummond is an actor and improv comedienne whose credits include Shameless, Brooklyn Nine-Nine and Bombshell, and she can often be spotted in sketches on Jimmy Kimmel Live! As an improviser, Rachael has been on house Harold teams Trophy Wife at iO West, and Crush, at Upright Citizens Brigade- along with the indie team Dork Horse and the sketch team Strong Words- also at UCB. She also wrote & performed in the sketch show, Top Story! Weekly. At Acme Comedy, she'd perform regularly on stage with the improv shows The Armando and Lady Biker Gang. She's also completed the training program at The Groundlings, so her improv & sketch comedy background is extensive. And her work-ethic is unmatched! You may have also seen her in any number of national commercials, including for the Toyota Sienna a.k.a. the “Swagger Wagon.” Her other credits include: Great News, Speechless, Fresh Off the Boat, and Parks & Recreation on TV; and the films Bear City 3 and Killer Party. She's not only an extremely talented actress, comedienne & SuperMom, but she's also a friend. And she's the Hillary Clinton my Bernie Sanders...! WE AUDITION is a video-chat community where actors can audition, self-tape, rehearse, and get expert industry advice. USE promo code: ACTORSPEAK to get 25% off when joining at WeAudition.com

On this episode of ActorSpeak, Austin Basis speaks with actor Kristoffer Polaha (Life Unexpected, Wonder Woman 1984, Mad Men, Get Shorty, Mystery 101). In Part 2, we discuss our chemistry on Life Unexpected, his love of film, watching Colin Firth work, the audition process, Brando vs. Jesus, faith, and a film/TV set as a parable for life. Kristoffer Polaha is best-known for his starring role in the critically acclaimed TV series Life Unexpected on The CW. Other series credits include Get Shorty with Ray Romano & Chris O'Dowd, Condor opposite William Hurt, and Ringer with Sarah Michelle Gellar. In addition to co-starring with Rainn Wilson in Backstrom, he had a multi-season role on the acclaimed series Mad Men and Castle. He's also well-known for starring in Hallmark Channel movies such as Dater's Handbook with Meghan Markle, and the Mystery 101 franchise on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries. A native of Reno, NV, Kris received a BFA from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts in NYC. He first received attention for his portrayal of JFK, Jr. in the TV movie America's Prince: The John F. Kennedy Jr. Story. He has appeared in numerous independent feature films since, including Where Hope Grows, Devil's Knot with Colin Firth & Reese Witherspoon, and Run the Race. Kris had featured roles opposite Gal Gadot in Wonder Woman 1984 and in Jurassic World: DominionI. In addition to his work as an actor, producer & director, Kris is co-authoring a new book series called “From Kona With Love” with Anna Gomez. Their first book Moments Like This had a very successful release. He's also involved with several charities, including being an ambassador for World Vision, a board member for herARTS in Action, and the founder of The Polaha Family Circus Foundation. He is also the creator of a live show called The Polaha Chautauqua on IGTV. Not only have his talents taken him and his family far and wide to pursue his acting career, but his heart and faith have always kept him grounded, down to earth and close to home. He's deeply thoughtful, sincere and kind as an actor AND a human- and the best bar-owning TV loft-mate I've ever had! He's the Baze to my Math and an actor, a philosopher, a philanthropist, and a great friend. WE AUDITION is a video-chat community where actors can audition, self-tape, rehearse, and get expert industry advice. USE promo code: ACTORSPEAK to get 25% off when joining at WeAudition.com

On this episode of ActorSpeak, Austin Basis speaks with actor Kristoffer Polaha (Life Unexpected, Wonder Woman 1984, Mad Men, Get Shorty, Mystery 101). In Part 1, we talk Winnie The Pooh, his rocket fuel moment in A Streetcar Named Desire, his high school teacher Hamish Tyler, Stella Adler technique, "mixing the cement," and the new Wild West. Kristoffer Polaha is best-known for his starring role in the critically acclaimed TV series Life Unexpected on The CW. Other series credits include Get Shorty with Ray Romano & Chris O'Dowd, Condor opposite William Hurt, and Ringer with Sarah Michelle Gellar. In addition to co-starring with Rainn Wilson in Backstrom, he had a multi-season role on the acclaimed series Mad Men and Castle. He's also well-known for starring in Hallmark Channel movies such as Dater's Handbook with Meghan Markle, and the Mystery 101 franchise on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries. A native of Reno, NV, Kris received a BFA from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts in NYC. He first received attention for his portrayal of JFK, Jr. in the TV movie America's Prince: The John F. Kennedy Jr. Story. He has appeared in numerous independent feature films since, including Where Hope Grows, Devil's Knot with Colin Firth & Reese Witherspoon, and Run the Race. Kris had featured roles opposite Gal Gadot in Wonder Woman 1984 and in Jurassic World: DominionI. In addition to his work as an actor, producer & director, Kris is co-authoring a new book series called “From Kona With Love” with Anna Gomez. Their first book Moments Like This had a very successful release. He's also involved with several charities, including being an ambassador for World Vision, a board member for herARTS in Action, and the founder of The Polaha Family Circus Foundation. He is also the creator of a live show called The Polaha Chautauqua on IGTV. Not only have his talents taken him and his family far and wide to pursue his acting career, but his heart and faith have always kept him grounded, down to earth and close to home. He's deeply thoughtful, sincere and kind as an actor AND a human- and the best bar-owning TV loft-mate I've ever had! He's the Baze to my Math and an actor, a philosopher, a philanthropist, and a great friend. WE AUDITION is a video-chat community where actors can audition, self-tape, rehearse, and get expert industry advice. USE promo code: ACTORSPEAK to get 25% off when joining at WeAudition.com

On this episode of ActorSpeak, Austin Basis speaks with actor Brittany Ishibashi (Runaways, Supernatural, The Office, This Is Us, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows). In Part 2, we talk series regular work, Ellen Burstyn leading by example, not recognizing Denzel on Roman J. Israel, Esq., more GHOSTFACERS, and the importance of Asian American artists in our industry. The amazingly talented Brittany Ishibashi most recently starred as the villainous Tina Minoru in Marvel's hit show Runaways on Hulu, and as Tamiko Masuda on CBS' Hawaii Five-0. She also played another iconic villain, Karai, in Paramount's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows. Born in Orange County, CA, Brittany was raised in a home filled with the arts. Brittany discovered her passion for musical theater at a young age, and went on to be a triple threat- excelling in dance, music & acting. She continued her formal education at UCLA's prestigious School of Theatre, Film & Television, while building her acting resume outside of class. Her first big break came right after she graduated from high school & was cast by J.J. Abrams on the hit show Felicity. Brittany has gone on to work consistently over the years on numerous television series, including: This Is Us, The Unicorn, Political Animals, The Office, Grey's Anatomy, Grace and Frankie, Young and Hungry, and Supernatural. After an exciting debut at Comic-Con, she reprised her role as Maggie Zeddmore in the Supernatural spinoff series GHOSTFACERS- which has developed a worldwide fan base. Brittany's energy, spirit & talent comes through in everything she does. This was especially true when she brought her dramatic chops to my short film The Fear We Share & blew everyone away with her stirring performance. She is a talented friend who provides a solid laugh track whenever we get together! WE AUDITION is a video-chat community where actors can audition, self-tape, rehearse, and get expert industry advice. USE promo code: ACTORSPEAK to get 25% off when joining at WeAudition.com

On this episode of ActorSpeak, Austin Basis speaks with actor Brittany Ishibashi (Runaways, Supernatural, The Office, This Is Us, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows). In Part 1, we talk about seeing RENT, her life-changing car accident, Richard Green, Joan Scheckel, GHOSTFACERS, and how she uses music to inform her work. The amazingly talented Brittany Ishibashi most recently starred as the villainous Tina Minoru in Marvel's hit show Runaways on Hulu, and as Tamiko Masuda on CBS' Hawaii Five-0. She also played another iconic villain, Karai, in Paramount's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows. Born in Orange County, CA, Brittany was raised in a home filled with the arts. Brittany discovered her passion for musical theater at a young age, and went on to be a triple threat- excelling in dance, music & acting. She continued her formal education at UCLA's prestigious School of Theatre, Film & Television, while building her acting resume outside of class. Her first big break came right after she graduated from high school & was cast by J.J. Abrams on the hit show Felicity. Brittany has gone on to work consistently over the years on numerous television series, including: This Is Us, The Unicorn, Political Animals, The Office, Grey's Anatomy, Grace and Frankie, Young and Hungry, and Supernatural. After an exciting debut at Comic-Con, she reprised her role as Maggie Zeddmore in the Supernatural spinoff series GHOSTFACERS- which has developed a worldwide fan base. Brittany's energy, spirit & talent comes through in everything she does. This was especially true when she brought her dramatic chops to my short film The Fear We Share & blew everyone away with her stirring performance. She is a talented friend who provides a solid laugh track whenever we get together! WE AUDITION is a video-chat community where actors can audition, self-tape, rehearse, and get expert industry advice. USE promo code: ACTORSPEAK to get 25% off when joining at WeAudition.com

On this episode of ActorSpeak, Austin Basis speaks with actor Nina Lisandrello (Beauty And The Beast, FBI, Nurse Jackie, Law And Order). In Part 3, we discuss what the actor's job is, her favorite directors, black representation in Hollywood, George Floyd, social justice, the pandemic, and the future of storytelling. A filmmaker, actress and writer, Nina is a graduate of NYU's Tisch School of the Arts. As an actress she cut her teeth in commercials and low budget indie films before taking the role of Tess Vargas on the highly successful CW show Beauty And The Beast. Her other TV credits include FBI, NCIS: New Orleans, Nurse Jackie, and Law And Order, among others- and she appeared in the animated feature film The Spine Of Night, which recently premiered at SXSW. As of late, Nina has branched out- directing short films, including Vacant (which she wrote and directed), writing screenplays, and is currently developing several projects throughout the media landscape. Most recently, she became the Chief Creative Officer of Black Lives Matter, Greater NY. Nina's most impressive quality is her ability to be good at everything...! She swiftly navigates the entertainment & media world from acting to writing to directing to activism to innovation, and she is constantly forging new ground with her talent, vision & impeccable taste. She was my work wife on BATB & remains a good friend. WE AUDITION is a video-chat community where actors can audition, self-tape, rehearse, and get expert industry advice. USE promo code: ACTORSPEAK to get 25% off when joining at WeAudition.com

Beauty & the Beast is a Canadian-American science fiction police procedural television series filmed in Toronto, Canada, very loosely inspired by the 1987 CBS series of the same name, developed by Sherri Cooper-Landsman and Jennifer Levin that premiered on The CW on October 11, 2012, and ended its run on September 15, 2016.[1] Kristin Kreuk and Jay Ryan star in the title roles alongside Austin Basis, Nina Lisandrello, Nicole Gale Anderson, Sendhil Ramamurthy, Max Brown, Brian J. White, Amber Skye Noyes and Michael Roark.

100th Episode Celebration Special Celebration time! This is our 100th episode and I have gathered the 5 people who have been most influential to our success to thank them in person. Michael Kostroff, Sugith Varughese, Steve Bernstein, Thomas Kopache, and Austin Basis. Watch it for the thanks, watch it for the discussion after and hear their wisdom on all things acting! Watch Transplant - https://www.nbc.com/transplant Watch Team Marco - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39rYOU6IfLI&feature=share&fbclid=IwAR3WzFJGaOGglx8WFI3MDMEV8CSutl7It4SkRQGGW9y-165uzpAk8OSyg5o Subscribe now & hit the bell to be updated on the latest videos: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheLoveofActing Connect With Us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theloveofacting Twitter: https://twitter.com/theloveofacting Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theloveofacting #TheLoveofActing #100thEpisode #GroupInterview #Love #Acting 100th Episode Celebration Special

Austin Basis Interview (part 2) | Can Do | Austin Basis on acting, baseball and making it work

Can Do | Austin Basis Interview (Part 1) on acting, baseball, Beauty & The Beast, and making it work On this 50th show interview Austin Basis and I decided to play a double-header so here's part 1. During which Austin discussed his journey into acting, studying at the Actors Studio (with Timothy Davis), his first on-screen kiss, shooting a movie in India, and Beauty & The Beast. Austin's website - https://www.austinbasis.com Austin's IMDb - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1648016 Follow Austin on IG - https://www.instagram.com/austinbasis Subscribe now & hit the bell to be updated on the latest videos: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheLoveofActing Connect With Us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theloveofacting Twitter: https://twitter.com/theloveofacting Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theloveofacting #AustinBasis #BeautyAndTheBeast #Actor #Mets #NYActor #LAActor Can Do | Austin Basis Interview (Part 1) on acting, baseball, Beauty & The Beast, and making it work

The Superhero Show Show #331Robots Were Better in the 80's MARVEL'S AGENTS OF S.H.I.E.L.D. - "The Totally Excellent Adventures of Mack and The D" - After being unexpectedly stranded in 1982, Mack retreats to his childhood home to process the death of his parents, while Deke gets to work scouting a chart-topping group of new agents. With no idea if or when the team is coming back for them, time seems to finally be on their side . at least until the killer robots show up, on "Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.," WEDNESDAY, JULY 8 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT), on ABC. - (ABC/Mitch Haaseth)TIPPER NEWTON, HENRY SIMMONS, JOHN YUAN, MATT YUAN, JOLENE ANDERSON, JEFF WARD[/caption]On an all-new The Superhero Show Show, the Taste Buds review the 1980's episode of Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.!On a very special episode of The Superhero Show Show, Cassie and the Boyz take some time off from all of the premieres and finales, and review a good old-fashioned, middle of the season, Agents of SHIELD that also happens to TAKE PLACE IN THE 1980'S!!! That's right, musical montages, crappy robots, headbands, and guyliner abound as Deke and Mack get stuck in 1982. They also somehow find time to hand out another Shushie award, this time for Best Ensemble, and, of course, discuss new episodes of Doom Patrol, Snowpiercer, Stargirl, and Warrior Nun! All of that, and so much more, on an all-new The Superhero Show Show! EPISODES DISCUSSED:DOOM PATROL #205Watch Doom Patrol on HBO Max!MARVEL'S AGENTS OF S.H.I.E.L.D. #707Watch Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. on Hulu!DON'T YOU FORGET ABOUT DEKE ON AN ALL-NEW EPISODE OF ABC'S 'MARVEL'S AGENTS OF S.H.I.E.L.D,' WEDNESDAY, JULY 8"The Totally Excellent Adventures of Mack and The D" - After being unexpectedly stranded in 1982, Mack retreats to his childhood home to process the death of his parents, while Deke gets to work scouting a chart-topping group of new agents. With no idea if or when the team is coming back for them, time seems to finally be on their side ... at least until the killer robots show up, on "Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.," WEDNESDAY, JULY 8 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT), on ABC. (TV-14, DLV) Episodes can also be viewed the next day on demand and on Hulu."Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." stars Clark Gregg as Agent Phil Coulson, Ming-Na Wen as Agent Melinda May, Chloe Bennet as Daisy Johnson, Elizabeth Henstridge as Agent Jemma Simmons, Iain De Caestecker as Agent Leopold Fitz, Henry Simmons as Director Alphonso "Mack" MacKenzie, Natalia Cordova-Buckley as Elena "Yo-Yo" Rodriguez and Jeff Ward as Deke Shaw.Guest starring is Jolene Anderson, Austin Basis, Ryan Donowho, Tipper Newton and Tamara Taylor."The Totally Excellent Adventures of Mack and The D" was written by Brent Fletcher and directed by Jesse Bochco.Produced by ABC Studios and Marvel Television, "Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." was co-created by Joss Whedon, Jed Whedon and Maurissa Tancharoen, who also serve as executive producers along with Jeffrey Bell and Jeph Loeb. ABC Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/yourpopfilter)

Jay talks about Jerry Lewis and the Sizzler steak, sings a cruel new song about Mrs. A. Lincoln & talks to actor, writer and filmmaker Austin Basis about his new film, being directed by Clint Eastwood, Al Pacino's face & Larry David's bad tip.

Jay does a little funny business to start then has a free flowing in depth conversation revelation with actor, writer, film, comic book maker and Diabetes advocate Austin Basis in an exclusive extended two part podcast event. Take a deep dive into method acting, the actors studio, the business and art of being an actor, writer and producer in film and television. For Austin growing up and living with Diabetes I was part of the inspiration behind his new KINETIX comic book series.  We also discuss his new film and behind the scenes stories. From how Clint Eastwood directs, to how Al Pacino acts to Larry David's bad tip this is a fascinating interview. Orignal segments and surprises abound!

Actor Austin Basis discusses his role on TV's "Beauty and The Beast" and his independent comic book project "The Kinetix", featuring a super-powered team of kids with disabilities! And we step into the Oasis with the "Ready Player One" virtual reality experience! All in the humongous 26th episode of 1.21 Geekawatts!

Austin Basis, best known for his role on TV's Beauty and the Beast, navigates a Hollywood career while living with type 1. Now he wants to reach kids with a new comic book about high school kids with disabilities who are secretly superheroes. Austin tells us about The Kinetix and how he and a few friends came up with the idea. Now they have a Kickstarter campaign to make it happen. Join The Diabetes Connections Facebook Group We also talk about growing up type 1 with a dad who owns a candy store, what made Austin want to pursue acting and how he manages diabetes on set and during auditions. Austin interviewed actress Brec Bassinger for the 2017 People to Know issue of Diabetes Forecast Magazine. Brec was just on Fear Factor and we spoke to her last year as she attended JDRF's Children Congress. In our Know Better segment, diabetes camps for grownups! Find out what Beyond Type 1 and Connected in Motion are offering up, as well as a Survive & Thrive summer program in New Jersey at Camp Nejeda. And Stacey shares a bit about upcoming travels, including disclosures about JDRF Summits and the Lilly Blogger event coming up this week.  ---- 2:00 Stacey welcome and preview clip of Brec Bassinger on Fear Factor  5:00 Interview with Austin Basis 48:00 Stacey talks about summer diabetes camps for grownups 53:00 Stacey talks about conferences and disclosures ---- Sign up for our newsletter here Get the App and listen to Diabetes Connections wherever you go! Click here for iPhone      Click here for Android     

Favorite Adventure Movies with The Nerdist’s Kyle Anderson and Actor, Austin Basis Welcome to Episode 34 of Booze and Phasers! The podcast where Claudia Dolph, Audrey Kearns and guests drink Genre and talk booze…we mean, we booze Genre and drink phasers… wait a minute, green people, Gorn – ENERGIZE! We’re proud to be a part of the Giant Size Team Up network. Check them out, here! And […] The post EP 34 – Favorite Adventure Movies with Guests Kyle Anderson and Austin Basis appeared first on Geek Girl Authority.

AFTERBUZZ TV — Beauty and the Beast edition, is a weekly “after show” for fans of CW’s Beauty and the Beast. In this show, hosts Alikona Bradford, Janeisha John, Ashleigh Morghan, and special guests Austin Basis, Ruth Cassidy, Carol Daniels, and Debbie Green discusses episode 12. ABOUT BEAUTY AND THE BEAST: In this updating of the popular […] The post Beauty and the Beast S:4 | No Way Out E:12 | AfterBuzz TV AfterShow appeared first on AfterBuzz TV Network.

Austin Basis, Jessica Mewborne & Jennie Josephson tell stories about the time they were in front of everyone and maybe it didn’t turn out so well. MP3 Show Notes: Form: The 3fer: Three people, three stories, one theme. Theme: In Front Of Everyone Music: Our opening and closing music is a selection from “Unlocked Door” used by permission of Alex Cook. Thank you Alex! If you want to hear the complete songs, check out Alex Cook’s bandcamp page and his website Stonebalancer The following song from The Free Music Archive also appeared in this episode under a Creative Commons License: “The Love I Give” by Joanna Sternberg Storytellers: Jennie Josephson, Jess Mewborne and Austin Basis Part One: ““Shooting Star” by Jennie Josephson Part Two: “Mom” by Jess Mewborne Part Three: “SIX YEARS OLD” by Austin Basis Patrons:  If you like Tell It Anyway and want to support our show, you can do it here! The money pays for guest parking, guest beverages, and our intern! Not in order of importance. If money’s not in the cards, write us! Tell us what you think of the show. Maybe tell us a story! That’s super valuable too. Thanks to our patrons for their support! Thanks our Story MVP Ellie Goldman! Thanks to the Storybackers and special thanks to the Starting Story Lineup: Richard Sparks, Renee Gindi, Mike Huller, Kevin Bellanca, Sarah Stein Greenberg, MovieLeagueMike, Teresa Ozoa, Dawn Banks, Brian Foulds, Linda Thompson, BlitzKregar, Patrick Kohn, Nick Batos, Preston Monroe, Chris Smith, Jeffrey Fetterman, Adam Eggert, David Phillips, Riff Riffles, Gabe Medina, David Johnson, Daniel Cronise, Mary Haynes, MTJ, Jonathan Stone, Kimberly Herbert, James Thatcher, Fredrik Pettersen, Thor Michael Wood, Michael Engel, Alex Erickson, Tony Glass, Andy Baumel, Kody Georgeson, Trystan Lambkin, Mike McLaughlin, Cory, Tony Nolen, Tom Gehrke, SargD, Tim Magnuson, Philip D, Terry Cook, Mike Escutia, Deborah Abel, Josh Harrow, Trevor Griswold, Richard Gunther, Sunbun, Melanie Knopf, Jason Beck, Elizabeth Murray, Louise, Anders Lund, John H Maloney, Chimaera, Jeffrey Zylks.

AFTERBUZZ TV — Beauty and the Beast edition, is a weekly “after show” for fans of CW’s Beauty and the Beast. In this show, hosts Alikona Bradford, Janeisha John, and special guest Austin Basis discusses episode 3. ABOUT BEAUTY AND THE BEAST: In this updating of the popular 1990s series, Smallville’s Kristin Kreuk stars as […] The post Beauty and the Beast S:4 | Austin Basis Guests on Down for the Count E:3 | AfterBuzz TV AfterShow appeared first on AfterBuzz TV Network.

Back on the show is the wonderful and talented Austin Basis! In this episode Austin and Chris chat about taking the essentials, packing light, Halloween and the show "Beauty and the Beast"

AFTERBUZZ TV — AfterBuzz TV’s Spotlight On edition, is a long form interview series featuring Actors and TV personalities discussing their roles and shows as well as their thoughts, passions and journeys. In this episode host Alikona Bradford interviews Austin Basis. Austin’s bio: Austin Lee Basis was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York in […] The post Austin Basis (Beauty and the Beast) Interview | AfterBuzz TV’s Spotlight On appeared first on AfterBuzz TV Network.

Austin Basis, who you know as J.T. Forbes on CW's hit TV show 'Beauty and the Beast' joins Artists On Demand to talk about the show, the recent renewal for next season, and where he thinks his character will go.  Photo Credit: Bobby Quillard

Austin Basis, who you know as J.T. Forbes on CW's hit TV show 'Beauty and the Beast' joins Artists On Demand to talk about the show, the recent renewal for next season, and where he thinks his character will go.  Photo Credit: Bobby Quillard

From the hit show "Beauty and the Beast" Actor Austin Basis drops by to talk about the audition process, getting ready for a scene, Toronto and curling.

AFTERBUZZ TV – Beauty and the Beast edition, is a weekly “after show” for fans of CW's Beauty and the Beast. In this show, host Paige Sullivan interviews special guest Austin Basis (J.T. Forbes). It's Beauty and the Beast's “Interview with Austin Basis – September 24th, 2013” podcast! Follow us on http://www.Twitter.com/AfterBuzzTV “Like” Us on […] The post Beauty and the Beast | Interview with Austin Basis – September 24th, 2013 | AfterBuzz TV AfterShow appeared first on AfterBuzz TV Network.

Michelle's thoughts on episode 1: The first episode was much better than I expected! As we discussed in the podcast Catherine is a very strong character and the parallels between her and Vincent are really well done. There are a lot of great relationships that were introduced that John covers in his post. I wanted to talk about the two relationships we haven't discussed yet. The first one is between Cat and her boss at the police station. We only see two quick moments with them and it was enough. I don't think Cat needs an overbearing boss, she's already so driven by her inner demons. She doesn't need another person suspicious of what's going on with her and Vincent either. I think it will only slow the show down if they go that route. Hopefully this relationship will stay in the background and only be used when they need some external motivation for Cat. The second relationship we haven't discussed is the playboy doctor and Cat. I liked this one. Cat only surrounds herself with non threatening relationships like douche boyfriends and a female partner that's not too nosey, so I think the doctor fits right in. She wouldn't be so friendly with him if she thought there was a chance of romantic interest. She knows he's a major playboy, they joke about it, so he's as much of a threat as the douchey boyfriends she surrounds herself with. I don't think Cat would hook up with a guy like that so he's as benign as a gay guy friend would be. He asks her out on a date but I think it was more as just friends. I'm sure he would hook up with her if he got the chance but he wouldn't want a long term relationship. She doesn't even remember that she missed the date until he tells her, that's how little she was invested in it. He was joking when he said he waited hour and hours, a guy like that wouldn't wait around. He was more upset that anyone would stand him up not that Cat did. It was another way of showing how important Vincent is becoming to her, that she would blow off a date with a friend without a moments thought. John disagrees and thinks that the doctor will become the third point of a love triangle. He thinks this episode just lays the groundwork for that. I really hope this doesn't turn out to be the case. I just can't believe a relationship with this doctor would be tempting at all to Cat. I'm interested to see which direction the show will take it. Overall this was a great first episode, we could only find a few things to make fun of in the podcast. Mostly we talk about how great everything was! I'm hoping for a lot more great things in the future. ¨ John's thoughts on episode 1: We tuned into the CW last night for the premiere of Beauty and the Beast. It far surpassed my expectations and was a true delight to watch. Kristin Kreuk gave an outstanding performance as Catherine "Cat" Chandler. She brought just as much guts and determination to the character as Linda Hamilton did in the original series. No small task for Kreuk who comes in at 5'4", and doesn't have the benefit of the 80s love of beefy shoulder pads and weighty garments to bolster her physical presence. Yet she still manages to come across as a tough and emotionally damaged detective. Hey you would be damaged too if you blamed yourself for your moms murder, a murder you witnessed, and then survived only because some raging man-imal tore your pursuers apart. That's going to leave some psychological scarring. Luckily, Cat persevered through the drama by withdrawing into a deep desire to dish-out sweet justice and became a butt-kicking detective. Every detective needs a good partner and Tess, played by Nina Lisandrello, is more than good. Their relationship is honest, filled with trust and feels genuine. I like Tess, she's an honest, logical woman and makes a great detective. Tess also brings none of that annoying "tell me your secret" creepy neediness that many shows love to use for bad drama. Right now the two make a great team with Tess giving nothing but awesome support. We'll see if that dynamic changes and we get the typical skeptic-and-believer partnership, no please. They do rush Tess out of scenes so Cat can investigate the mystery of Vincent in peace. An unfortunate externality that will hopefully be corrected once she is let in on Cat and Vincent's crusade. Vincent, played by Jay Ryan, also delivered a strong performance as a conflicted man-beast. Not as broody as the CW's popular Angel, and with way less of a creep factor coming off his relationship with Cat. Vincent and Cat share a similar theme, as they are both on a quest to regain a lost part of their humanity. This, and their initial dramatic encounter in the woods, bonds them to each other and the two have good chemistry as they work to "save each other." Vincent's partner/roommate JT Forbes, played well by Austin Basis (of Ghostfacers fame F-yeah!), provides an anchor for Vincent who is out of touch with humanity because of his rage issues, and being wanted by a covert section of the government. JT provides a few laughs and the friendship between the two comes across as honest. So honest that JT gets into a somewhat pointless argument with Vincent, seemingly forgetful that he is arguing with a beast that can rage out and rip a man limb from limb. That's just whacky JT! All kidding aside I enjoyed the scenes with them and am looking forward to more. We were also introduced to an unnamed FBI agent. This guy was great. He seemed like an intelligent sociopath and gave me confidence that the Muirfield angle will be handled well. Overall the premiere was very good, save for a few moments of typical plot holes and RUFK moments. The CWing of Beauty and the Beast went better than expected and came out more of a beauty than a beast.

Episode 232 of On Screen & Beyond - Austin Basis, from the CW show "Beauty and the Beast", joins us to talk about the new show, his role on "Life Unexpected", his poetry and much more! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/on-screen-and-beyond/message