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The one about why music is getting worse, how to close sales and “Presumed Innocent” - TG120 00:00:00 Introduction Here are your hosts, Roger and Pascal. 00:04:45 In the News A selection of announcements and news releases from the world of marketing and technology that caught our attention. 00:18:52 Content Spotlights ROGER: The Real Reason Why Music Is Getting Worse by Rick Beato: https://youtu.be/1bZ0OSEViyo?si=h30HXCOLLdI0qVIY PASCAL: Closing a Sale: Best Practices for Finalizing Deals by Shopify Team for Shopify Official Blog https://www.shopify.com/blog/closing-a-sale 00:39:21 This Week in History Our selection of historical events and anniversaries from the world of science, technology and popular culture. 00:47:36 Marketing Tech and Apps ROGER: It's all about AI for professional speakers: Sound more confident and become powerful public speakers: https://orai.com/ (and check other non-AI alternatives such as Rehearsal Pro and Public Speaking Pal) Or maybe just go along to a meeting of https://www.toastmasters.org/ PASCAL: It's all about superior content curation using AI Chat PDF https://www.chatpdf.com/ the AI-powered assistant that can read PDFs and answer your questions in any language. Pop AI https://www.popai.pro/ a powerful AI tool that allows you to chat with separate documents and convert everything into a presentation Bonus – Still not sure? Try uploading a pdf document to perplexity.ai to practice chatting about reports, news releases, etc. 00:56:29 Film Marketing Presumed Innocent (1990) Director; Alan J. Pakula Writers: Scott Turow, Frank Pierson, Alan J. Pakula Stars: Harrison Ford, Raul Julia, Greta Scacchi, Brian Dennehy, As a lawyer investigates the murder of a colleague, he finds himself more connected to the crime than anyone else. Taglines: Sometimes it's dangerous to presume. Attraction. Desire. Deception. Murder. No one is ever completely innocent. Some people would kill for love. A new TV series version starring Jake Gyllenhaal has just been released in 2024 on Apple TV. We look at the marketing of the original film and the reactions to the TV remake in comparison. About Two Geeks and A Marketing Podcast Hosted by the two geeks, Roger Edwards and Pascal Fintoni, to keep you up to date with the latest news, tech, content and wisdom from the world of marketing. Roger is a marketing speaker and consultant who's spent his whole career helping his customers keep their marketing simple but effective. He's the author of Cats, Mats and Marketing Plans and the creator of the RogVLOG video series. Pascal is a digital marketing veteran, he is a speaker, trainer and advisor with...
This week's guest has made a name for himself creating incredible characters within the on-camera and voice over world. David H. Lawrence is best known for his portrayal of the villainous character, puppetmaster Eric Doyle on NBC's sci-fi series, Heroes. Aside from this major role, David has also appeared in a number of other shows including CBS shows such as The Unit and CSI. Apart from on-camera and voice acting, David is also a network radio host, author, podcast host, and teacher to aspiring voice actors and audiobook narrators. He is also the creator of the rehearsal app, Rehearsal Pro, which helps actors rehearse and memorize scripts anytime, anywhere. In this week's episode, we start off by talking about how we met at Emerson College then David goes on to talk about why he gets so emotional when he sees where his fellow voice actors are at in their respective journeys. He even shares a couple Michael Koster mantras! Plus, David also shares his insight on the emotional toll of being in the industry and offers advice that may help voice actors from getting heartbroken over roles. We also get to talk about his iconic role on NBC's Heroes as well as what led him to create the amazing things - app included- he's put out into the world.Timestamps:[2:03] Why David gets so emotional about his fellow VO actors' journeys[3:51] A major component inspiring VO Heroes[4:38] How not to get hung up on your up fors[6:04] How the industry has changed[8:10] Why voice actors need to have diversified jobs[22:07] David talks about HeroesSign up for exclusive updates to the show! https://mailchi.mp/ca034f33e0b3/alicynswonderlandFollow Alicyn:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alicyn/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alicynpackardTwitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/alicynLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alicynpackardFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/alicynpackardartistWebsite: https://www.alicynpackard.com/Follow David H. Lawrence:Twitter: https://twitter.com/dhlawrencexviiFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DavidHLawrenceXVIILinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidhlawrencexvii/Voiceover Training: https://vo2gogo.com/Audiobook Narration Training: https://acxmasterclass.com/Website: https://www.davidhlawrencexvii.com/
I first met David H. Lawrence XVII at a speaking event in 2017, since then I have had the pleasure to hear him speak several more times and each time we talk it is like the world stops. David has an impressive career across the entertainment industry from his 36-year career in radio, an extensive list of acting roles in well-known TV shows, as well as work in the voice acting and voice-over realm. During our conversation, David opens up about the naysayers in his life and how that propelled him forward in his goals and ambitions. Many people have these barriers, whether it be a person telling them they can't do something or just a voice in their head that prevents them from getting started. I've spoken to myself about my fear of getting started with this very podcast. If your fear is about failing, David shares some great insight on why you should not be afraid to fail. David has his very own recipe for success: "Do more of what works and less of what doesn't". But in order to figure out what works and what doesn't, you have to take the first step. David encourages people to use their failures to propel them toward success by knowing what to do less of and their success to grow more success by doing more of those behaviors. He shares this beautiful sentiment that there are probably so many amazing things the world has yet to experience because someone hasn't taken the first step to getting started. So… what are you waiting for?Speaking of waiting. That's David's question for himself. When I asked him what he would change in a do-over across his life and career, David said he would have moved to LA and pursued an acting career earlier in life. What was he waiting for, is David's motivation behind that answer. While he values his career and all of the "acts" across his life, after experiencing the joy and value of his job as an actor, he wishes he could have had this sooner. David has a lot of questions. My listeners know I am a very curious person and David's curiosities are nothing short of interesting. He shares that lately he's allowed himself to be open to the more "woo" aspects of the world and those have been his curiosity but his bigger questions revolve around the status of the world and its survival. Questions David is asking… Are we going to survive as a species? Is our world going to be around in 10 or 15 years? And we get a little political as he shares his perspective on today's leaders and the problems they are creating for our future.David is not only accomplished as a radio personality, actor, and voice actor but he shares his other accomplishments as well. David is the creator of the Rehearsal Pro, an app designed to assist entertainers in memorizing their lines that are utilized by thousands of well-known individuals in the entertainment industry. He also provides training for the audibles ACX program as well as extensive voice-over training. What's Inside:The amazing career journey of David H. Lawrence XVII.Advice for breaking past the fear of getting started.Why taking the first step is so important.David's “recipe” for success.What will it take for the world to survive past the next decade?The innovative app was created by David to aid the entertainment industry. Mentioned In This Episode:David H. Lawrence XVIIDavid H. Lawrence XVII on InstagramDavid H. Lawrence XVII on FacebookDavid H. Lawrence XVII on TwitterVOHeroes Rehearsal ProACX Master Class
Today on The Neil Haley Show's ProVision Celebrity Segment, Eric Couch of ProVision Brokerage and The Total Tutor Neil Haley will interview Celebrity David H Lawrence. Retiring after 36 years in radio, David H. Lawrence XVII has been seen and heard on The People vs. OJ, LOST, How I Met Your Mother, The Mentalist, The Unit, CSI, Chuck, Good Luck Charlie, ANT Farm, Touch, The Finder, Perception, and is best known as the creepy evil puppet master Eric Doyle on NBC's Heroes. Lawrence teaches voiceover at VOHeroes.com, and he created the best-selling app for actors, Rehearsal® Pro.
Recorded with Rehearsal®️ Pro while preparing to present this show in Westport, CT, Fall 2017. Recording copyright 2017-2019 by Rich Masotti. Script by Arthur Miller.
In Episode 314—the final episode of the podcast as-it-is-now—Trev and AJ share a very candid reflection on how the past 9 years of producing the podcast together has informed their journeys, their perspectives, and their lives. It’s a fond farewell of sorts, and an exciting new beginning in every way. Total running time: 1:30:38. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* You! – www.insideacting.net/contribute
In Episode 313, Trev and AJ chat about how actors might use some of the recently announced-Apple technology, as well as off their thoughts on how to get started in this industry—while experiencing the experience of overwhelm. Then AJ sits down for Part 2 of his conversation with writer, producer, and show-runner Damon Lindelof (Lost, Prometheus, The Leftovers). In part 2, Damon shares with us the unique challenges of getting his first few jobs in Los Angeles (there's a "fax machine"... ?). He also shares why ego can sometimes be a good and healthy thing in the industry, and breaks down some of the most potent wisdom he's absorbed and developed from years of meetings, pitches, and work. To wit: 1. Be yourself.2. Do your research.3. Be passionate4. Don’t talk too much. Consider this interview series a blueprint for how to succeed in show business as a people person. We hope you love it as much as we do. Total running time: 1:31:33. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* You! – www.insideacting.net/contribute
In Episode 312, Trev and AJ chat about self-taping while vacationing, and share news about the future of IAP. Then AJ sits down for Part 1 of his interview with none other than the prolific powerhouse that is writer, producer, and show-runner Damon Lindelof (Lost, Prometheus, The Leftovers). In part 1, Damon shares his early influences growing up in New Jersey, what he learned in film school at NYU, the major differences between film and television from the perspective of a writer, and the unique challenges of producing a television epic like Lost. If you’re a writer, grab a pen and paper for this one--it's jam-packed with wisdom from a down-to-earth professional at the top of his game. Total running time: 1:12:08. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* You! – www.insideacting.net/contribute
In Episode 311, AJ shares a recent behind-the-casting-desk experience that makes a powerful case for us all to prioritizing our “stuff.” Then they're joined by actor, stand up comedian, and personal finance aficionado Chip Chinery to dig how Chip plays the financial game—specifically, how he hacks the system to capitalize on credit card rewards and earn himself free travel, signup bonuses, and other life perks along the way. Total running time: 1:15:40. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* You! – www.insideacting.net/contribute
In Episode 310, Trev and AJ continue their conversation about investing in one’s happiness for both the short- and long-term. Then they sit down with Chip Chinery - a working actor with several dozen co-star roles, a nationally-known stand up comedian, and the guy behind Chip’s Money Tips—a personal finance “hack” blog that every actor should be reading. In Part 1 of our conversation, Chip tells us about getting his start as both a comedian and an actor in LA, how and why he meticulously tracks every aspect of his career, and a few tricks he’s learned booking dozens and dozens of commercials and TV gigs. Total running time: 1:00:17. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* You! – www.insideacting.net/contribute
In Episode 309, Trev and AJ sit down for a super-sized conversation with Daniel Tuttel and Michael Lutheran—the epic gentlemen behind the Hollywood Hustle podcast. In this far-reaching roundtable discussion, we break down the science of podcasting and what we’ve learned from over a decade of collective experience: the do’s, the don’t’s, the questions to ask and answer (and the questions you can safely ignore), and more. Total running time: 2:10:48. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* You! – www.insideacting.net/contribute
In Episode 308, Trev and AJ chat about what it means to continually to follow your bliss – even as that bliss (and personal character) evolves in a hyper-stimulated society. Then Trev sits down for the third and final part of his chat with intermittent fasting advocate and author of Eat Stop Eat, Brad Pilon. Part 3 of our conversation is another deep dive into nutrition and training - how much protein our bodies really need (and use!), and what the science says about how to get the most gains from your workouts – an approach Brad has developed that he calls “Pilon’s Progressions.” Whether you’re into this stuff or not, this segment is an informative capstone to a larger conversation we here at IAP feel honored to be sharing with the community. It’s a conversation that is, yes, a conversation about nutrition, food, and body image - but, on a more macro level, is about forging the path to your own personal greatness. It’s about boundaries, playing the long game, being kind to yourself, and eschewing “hacks” to make room for the simple, mundane commitment to time-tested processes that ask not for your money, but for your character. We hope you’ve gotten as much joy and value from this 3-part conversation with Brad as we have. Total running time: 1:06:01. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* PrintHeadshots.com – www.printheadshots.com (use code “IA” for $10 off!)* You! – www.insideacting.net/contribute
In Episode 307, Trev and AJ unpack when and why to pass on audition opportunities in the name of playing “the long game.” Then Trev sits down for Part 2 of his conversation with the godfather of the modern day intermittent fasting movement and author of the book Eat Stop Eat, Brad Pilon. In Part 2, they dig into the nuts and bolts of intermittent fasting—the various methods, how and why fasting works, fasting and exercise, some tricks to get you started and keep you going, and more. Total running time: 1:08:49. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* You! – www.insideacting.net/contribute
In Episode 306, Trev and AJ talk about maturing in the industry and handling freakout moments. Then Trev sits down for Part 1 of his conversation with the godfather of the modern intermittent fasting movement, Brad Pilon. Brad is a nutrition and sports science writer best known for his seminal book on fasting, Eat Stop Eat. He’s also the author of Thin Air, How Much Protein? and Good Belly, Bad Belly—and in this episode, we hear how Brad’s journey began: from his original inspiration, through his graduate work studying the effects of fasting, to his epiphanies around food, lifestyle, fitness, and more. Total running time: 1:07:37. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership
In Episode 305, AJ shares his experience working on an exciting-but-unconventional live theatre project before sitting down with tax expert Chuck Sloan to unpack how the new tax laws affect artists and performers. Total running time: 1:04:01. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership
In Episode 304, Trev and AJ chat about The 100th Monkey Phenomena and the unseen power collective unconscious (yeah, we go there), before sharing a very special "Top 10 Things I Learned from Inside Acting" list from a cherished longtime listener. Then Jasmin and AJ wrap up their fantastic conversation with writer, director, and animator Jorge Gutierrez (The Book of Life, Kung Fu Space Punch). Total running time: 52:57. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership
In Episode 303, Trev and AJ unpacked their thoughts and feelings around the (again) recent school shootings, and the role art and advocacy can play in coping and moving forward. Then AJ and Jasmin sit down for Part 2 of their incredibly inspiring conversation with writer, director, and animator Jorge R. Gutierrez (The Book of Life, Kung Fu Space Punch). -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership
We’re back! In Episode 302, Trev and AJ share a very important announcement before AJ and Jasmin sit down for the first of an in-depth conversation with writer, director, and animator Jorge R. Gutierrez (The Book of Life, Kung Fu Space Punch). In Part 1: Jorge’s origin story—and yes, we do mean for that to sound like this guy’s a superhero. From his beginnings as a child of two artist parents, to the unexpected way he got into CalArts, to building his production company out of everything he could fit into two shopping carts and drag off the Sony lot (true story!), Jorge’s history is one you have to hear to believe. And if you’re looking for nuggets of wisdom, look no further. This one is packed full of ‘em. Truly one for the books. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* You! – www.insideacting.net/contribute/
We’ve been hand-crafting weekly episodes of Inside Acting since late 2009. And today, after 300 episodes, we explore how we’ve changed and who we’ve become over the course of that journey, sharing a few of the biggest life and career lessons we’ve learned. Some are borne of the work we’ve done on and with the podcast, others are direct nuggets of wisdom from guests. And a few are the hard-won truth of life and career experience. In all cases, they’ve been pivotal tipping points that fundamentally inform who we are today, 8+ years after starting this thing. We hope you enjoy this special year-end episode of Inside Acting. Have a great holiday,The IAP Team -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership
In this special bonus episode, Trev chats with veteran actor, friend, and mentor David H. Lawrence XVII about the artistic and technical ins and outs of building a successful voiceover career. Note: time-sensitive material included! Visit insideacting.net/vo for more. Total running time: 55:16. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.insideacting.net/vo* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership
In Episode 300, Trev, AJ, and IAP production coordinator Jen team up with ABC’s 'Fresh Off The Boat' actress Chelsey Crisp to bring you a day in the life of a series regular. If you’ve ever wanted to learn how a major network primetime TV production happens from the inside out, this special milestone episode is for you. Total running time: 2:29:17. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership
In Episode 299 - the one before 300! - the completion of Trev's two-part conversation with Katie Von Till—actress, producer, and voice behind the iconic Disney character, Snow White. In this episode, Katie shares: * The ONE highest-leverage habit Katie feels actors can put into practice today* An overview of her personal business and income tracking spreadsheet* How she designed the early years of her life and career LA to work for HER* How she folds her worldview into her work and the jobs she chooses* And the story behind her evolving voiceover career—the unconventional way she got her start, how she secured representation across the (literal) map, and what steps YOU can take to follow suit Total running time: 1:00:12. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* BlueHost - www.insideacting.net/blue* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership
In Episode 298, AJ shares a few lessons learned from this third (!!!) Hamilton meeting, and he and Trev respond to a listener question about diet and body image. Then Trev sits down for the first of a two-part conversation with Katie Von Till—an actress, producer, and the fourth-ever woman in history to lend her voice to the iconic Disney character, Snow White. This interview series is one for the books. In Part 1, Katie shares: * All about her early years doing regional theatre and various thrival jobs in NYC* What she’d do differently if she could start all over again* How and why she diversifies her income and career opportunities* How she uses spreadsheets to meticulously track her career and income - and how it’s helped her claim tens of thousands of dollars in “lost” payments* Her number one life hack for surviving and thriving as an artist* And a bunch more... Total running time: 1:13:55. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* BlueHost - www.insideacting.net/blue* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership
In Episode 297, Trev and AJ chat about staying ground when things get SUPER busy, and Trev sits down for Part 2 of his updated conversation with community favorite Michael Kostroff (The Wire, Wizard of Lies) to talk about working through the insecurity, the changed and changing world of casting and self-tapes, why being a curmudgeon could be a very healthy thing, and more. Total running time: 55:25. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership
In Episode 296, Trev and AJ share their thoughts and perspectives on #MeToo, and the recent sexual harassment and abuse allegations in the entertainment industry. Then Trev sits down for Part 1 of an updated conversation with community favorite Michael Kostroff (The Wire, Wizard of Lies) — a prolific stage and screen actor, and creator of the game-changing AuditionPsych101. Total running time: 1:02:27. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership
In Episode 295, AJ shares some big (really big) news, then he and Trev offer some thoughts on securing representation—including two ‘tricks’ you can try in your next self-taped audition. Then Trev sits down for Part 2 of his conversation with actors and filmmakers Britt Harris and Molly Elizabeth Parker to dive deeper into uncertain the the process and nature of filmmaking (both narrative and documentary), the currency of passion, the growth that’s available to us when we commit to working outside our comfort zones, and the joys and pitfalls of traveling while making art. Total running time: 55:47. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership
In Episode 294, AJ phones in with a gentle—but powerful—reminder from Spain, and Trev links us to a new character and animation VO demo. Then Trev sits down with actors Britt Harris and Molly Elizabeth Parker to talk about their unique and exciting international filmmaking project, Jump The Fence: making 7 different films, with 7 different filmmakers, in 7 different countries, in 7 months. Total running time: 44:16. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership
In Episode 293, Trev and AJ commit an entire episode to gettin’ real with their own personal and professional progress from the past 90 days of 2017, taking a hard look at what’s working, what’s not, and what they’re declaring next. Highlights: * making vulnerability a living practice* reframing the harsh reality of competing priorities* New tool: ’Day Mapping’* dancing with the experience of shame…* … and defining and employing ‘shame disruptors’* sketching out van life for actors* and more… This is our most honest, open, real review yet. And if there’s anything we’ve come to realize at this point in our journeys, it’s this: anything is possible. Absolutely anything. 2018 is coming. You in? Total running time: 1:23:57. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership
In Episode 292, Trev and AJ unpack how relationships (read: trust) are built through self-taped auditions, how technology can impair our artistic sensibilities—namely, focus and empathy—and AJ sits down for Part 2 of his chat with actor and actorvist Kevin E. West. In Part 2, Kevin talks about the glaring issues of being technologically “behind the times,” what he thinks would create the biggest and fastest change in terms of contract negotiations, and what YOU can do—right now—to make yourself a more informed actorCEO (we’re all running our own business here, people). Total running time: 1:16:06. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership
In Episode 291, AJ ups his audition game with some technical and social wizardry, and the guys offer some thoughts on a listener question about long-term relationships and careers. Then AJ sits down for Part 1 of an updated interview with a brilliant and supportive past guest, Kevin E. West (Episodes 095 and 096). This time, Kevin shares about his work with the non-partisan SAG-AFTRA advocacy group, Union Working - expanding on how the group formed, a bit of history on both the merger and how we arrived at the current commercial climate, as well as a bit of philosophical waxing on the future of media… and what the Union will need to do in order to keep up. Total running time: 1:02:08. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* PrintHeadshots.com – www.printheadshots.com (use code “IA” for $10 off!)* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership
In Episode 290, Trev and AJ briefly riff on time- and self-management before Trev sits down for Part 2 of his updated conversation with director, animator, cartoonist, and podcast pioneer Doug “Doug” Bresler. In Part 2, Doug shares more of what he’s learned over the years of sustaining himself as an independent creative working online, including: * balancing long-term and short-term thinking and planning* stunt casting* leveraging your network of contacts to market your work* the power of the Ask* and a lot more… Total running time: 52:10. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* PrintHeadshots.com – www.printheadshots.com (use code “IA” for $10 off!)* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership
In Episode 289, AJ continues his self-taping journey and dips into intermittent fasting, and he and Trev offer some thoughts on working (or not working) with reps who have a bad rap. Then Trev sits down (again!) for Part 1 of a conversation with director, animator, cartoonist, and podcast pioneer Doug “Doog” Bresler to talk about what Doug’s learned over the years of working as a self-sustaining creative online—including how he keeps things in perspective, and a few timeless principles you can use to uniquely position and market your own DIY work on the ever-evolving web. Total running time: 1:15:53. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* PrintHeadshots.com – www.printheadshots.com (use code “IA” for $10 off!)* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership
In Episode 288, a thank you and clarification from Trev, and AJ phones home from the trail. Then, the second and final part of a unique casting director roundtable interview with L.A.-based casting directors Allen Hooper, Caroline Liem, and Jane Jenkins. The panel discussion digs further into the ever-evolving legal side of the “casting workshop issue, the motivation—and mission—behind their choice to facilitate their own workshops, more details and nuances surrounding the city’s workshop investigation and the charges being brought, and perhaps a different way to frame what workshops are and can accomplish for actors. Total running time: 51:50. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* PrintHeadshots.com – www.printheadshots.com (use code “IA” for $10 off!)* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership
In Episode 287, AJ shares about booking and living as if, Trev shares a few lessons learned from redefining his inner game of success, and the two offer their thoughts on a listener question about securing internship opportunities right out of college. Then they sit down with casting directors Allen Hooper, Caroline Liem, and Jane Jenkins for Part 1 of their conversation about some of the more (largely) ignored aspects of the recent casting workshop crackdown: the “full scale investigation,” the fight (or non-fight) with City Hall, and so much more. This is a textured, layered look at a situation that is at once both brutally complicated and brutally simple—and we’re thrilled to be bringing it to you. Total running time: 1:19:35. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership
In Episode 286, Trev and AJ talk about releasing “perfectionitis” and the upcoming SAG-AFTRA elections. Then AJ and Jasmin sit down for Part 2 of their conversation with actor, theatre producer, and former plant technician Teri Reeves, digging into Teri’s life as a level-four brown belt Brazilian jiu jitsu martial artist, how she chose to deal with a specific media storm that gathered around her, and what it’s like to be a consistently working series regular. Total running time: 48:32. Also—we want to hear from you! How has the media, reviews of your work, etc changed or affected you, if at all? Let us know via e-mail, voice memo, voicemail, tweet, or comment. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership
In Episode 285, Trev phones home, and AJ shares about being on avail… and then not… before sitting down for Part 1 of his conversation with actor, theatre producer, and soon-to-be Brazilian jiu jitsu black belt (!!!) Teri Reeves (Once Upon A Time, Chicago Fire, Three Rivers). Total running time: 1:01:48. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership
In Episode 284, Trev and AJ talk food allergies, the next steps in AJ’s career, and cultivating a mind like water. Then Trev sits down for Part 2 of his conversation with actor, director, and producer Judyann Elder, picking up with Judyann’s move to Los Angeles—in an era that was not unlike today, in many ways: an era of exploitation films, of racism, and of an industry that can overwhelm even the boldest and most talented artists. Judyann shares what “saved” her, how the challenges she faces both have and haven’t changed, and—perhaps most powerfully—what she’s learned as a breast cancer survivor. Total running time: 1:15:11. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership
In Episode 283, Trev and AJ introduce us to the term “meatspace,” venture into rant-land over the current state of click-and-submit services, and respond to a listener question about working on set, what to include on your resumé, and how to position it all with a bit of industry parlance. Then Trev sits down for Part 1 of his conversation with veteran actor, writer, and director Judyann Elder (Murphy Brown, Family Matters, Martin) to hear stories of her early years of success in and around the stages of New York City. Total running time: 1:10:02.-- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership
Federico and John speak to actor David H. Lawrence XVII about his app Rehearsal Pro, which helps actors rehearse for parts, how understanding his audience has helped the app find a large following among professional actors, and how some of its more famous users have become its best marketing.
In Episode 282, Trev and AJ make time to pause, reflect, and reimagine life, career, relationships, health, money, and more with their (eerily similar) quarterly reviews. Guided by their 2017 words—vulnerability and rebirth, respectively—they take a close look at the past 90 days, unpacking what worked, what didn’t, and what’s next. Total running time: 1:06:56. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership
In Episode 275, Trev and AJ formally invite you—yes, you!—to a special reading of Gospel According to First Squad at the Kirk Douglas Theatre, before chatting about passing on projects… and how you don’t ‘have’ to reach a certain level in your career before to do it. Then AJ sits down for Part 2 of his chat with actress and SAG-AFTRA President Gabrielle Carteris to unpack the nomadic life of the artist, the challenges facing non-union actors in smaller markets, what it means—and what it takes—to “flip” a project, and, of course, Gabrielle’s inspirational answers to our final two questions. Total running time: 47:37. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* PrintHeadshots.com – www.printheadshots.com (use code “IA” for $10 off!)* BlueHost – www.insideacting.net/blue* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership
In Episode 274, AJ and Trev discuss the emotional and spiritual benefits (and hurdles) of full-time ‘thrival’ job work. Then AJ sits down for Part 1 of his chat with actress and SAG-AFTRA president Gabrielle Carteris to talk about juggling career and governing responsibilities, the life-changing event that eventually sparked her deeper involvement with the Union, and the brave new world facing actors and filmmakers today: film, TV shows, and more are being made EVERYWHERE… Total running time: 54:00. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* PrintHeadshots.com – www.printheadshots.com (use code “IA” for $10 off!)* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership
In Episode 273, Trev and AJ open the vaults to bring back an old favorite: an interview with working actor Darren Pettie. Darren was featured on the podcast way back in Episode 80—and his journey, from the military to the stages of New York and L.A., from Julliard to recurring roles on Mad Men, Ringer, and Madam Secretary—rings more true ever, even some 200 episodes later. Darren’s philosophy epitomizes the road of the committed artist: humble, hungry, and in it for the long haul. Total running time: 1:03:05. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* PrintHeadshots.com – use promo code IA for $10 off* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership
In Episode 272, Trev and AJ take a look back at the first quarter of of 2017, making time to unpack what’s working, what’s not, and what’s next in their personal and professional lives. From finances to career to relationships, Trev and AJ let their guiding words for 2017—vulnerability and rebirth, respectively—open up key insights, crystalize lessons learned, and offer next steps in awareness and intention. Total running time: 49:51. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership
In Episode 271, Trev and AJ go holistic—chatting about the actor benefits of fresh squeezed lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, the body’s pH balance, and the joy of trying things the hard way. Then AJ sits down for Part 2 of his chat with actor Chelsey Crisp, best known for her role on ABC’s Fresh Off the Boat. In Part 2, Chelsey shares: * more about leveling up in television contracts—and the interesting decisions it entails* what she believes (and doesn’t believe) about type and branding* the practical lessons of being a professional auditioner* her inspirational answers to our final two questions* and more… Total running time: 57:31. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* PrintHeadshots.com – www.printheadshots.com* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership
In Episode 270, Trev and AJ chat about the simple, no-nonsense way to build a career (work hard, be kind, enjoy repeat business), as well as the sometimes personally challenging (and multi-faceted) process of choosing to level up—emphasis on the choosing part—the most challenging thing all artists must do, and various ways to, actor, know thyself. Then AJ sits down for Part 1 of his chat with comedienne and actress Chelsey Crisp, best known for her role on ABC’s Fresh Off the Boat. In Part 1, Chelsey dishes about her choice to move to Los Angeles from her native Arizona, what sustained her in the “lean years” getting started, the unexpected boost she got from a reality TV appearance, and how having a very specific goal in mind helped launch her career to the next level. Total running time: 1:09:20. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* PrintHeadshots.com – www.printheadshots.com* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership
In Episode 269, Trev and AJ talk about AJ’s upcoming 30-minute “working” audition, and further deconstruct the recent L.A. Attorney General Office’s prosecution of 5 major business entities in the pay-to-play casting workshop world. Then Trev sits down for the third and final part of his chat with director Bryan Beasley, unpacking what it’s like to work as a freelance director, how success is always a combination of focused effort backed by faith, the difference between working hard and working smart, and more. Total running time: 49:15. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* PrintHeadshots.com – www.printheadshots.com* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership
In Episode 268, AJ reports in from the east coast, where he’s “on assignment” performing with The Jewish Women’s Theatre—reconnecting with the beauty and vitality of NYC, and offering a few follow-up thoughts on thrival jobs, and being in this thing for the long haul. Then Trev sits down for Part 2 of his conversation with director Bryan Beasley to talk about: * the hardest directing job he’s ever had* what actors do that he loves—AND hates* the pros and cons of stage-trained versus screen-trained actors* the one thing that’s an absolute deal-breaker for him on set...* the lesson he learned meeting and working with Megadeth frontman Dave Mustaine* and more... Total running time: 42:01. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* PrintHeadshots.com – www.printheadshots.com* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership
In Episode 267, Trev and AJ highlight some kickass DIY work from the community, talk about the recent crackdown on pay-to-play casting director workshops in Los Angeles, and share some thoughts on creating win-wins when it comes to auditions versus thrival jobs. Then Trev sits down with director Bryan Beasley to talk about Bryan’s unique journey into the entertainment industry—from Oklahoma, to New York, to L.A.—working for Sigourney Weaver, finding the gift in getting fired, and how it really does come down to who you know… and who knows you. Total running time: 1:01:09. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership
In Episode 266, Trev and AJ chat about AJ’s new commercial agent—what worked for him during the interview process, and the unique professional approach they’re taking together. Then Trev sits down for Part 3 of his chat with Producer, Executive Coach, and Performance Consultant Michael Balchan to discuss training our brains, life-changing journaling practices, meeting Pope John Paul II, and more. Total running time: 1:03:08. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from:* VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start* Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP* You! – www.insideacting.net/membership