Best Anthony Meindl Podcasts (2025)

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Anthony Interviews Darren Stein 55:54

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Welcome to the first live audience recording of In the Moment. In today’s episode Anthony interviews film director, screenwriter, and film producer Darren Stein. The pair chat about the casing process for his cult classic, Jawbreaker, finding your place in the business through different phases of life, self generating the work you want to do in you…

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Anthony Interviews Daryl McCormack 55:15

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On today’s episode Anthony interviews Irish actor Daryl McCormack. He is known for Twisters, Peaky Blinders, the Apple TV+ series Bad Sisters, and the upcoming Knives Out film premiering later this year. The pair chat about the nuances of being a working actor- sharing advice on vulnerability, being honest with what isn’t for you, and feeling uncom…

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Ivana Chubbuck Acting Coach & Two Unemployed Actors - Episode 106 51:46

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Max talks about the finer details of Acting with Ivana Chubbuck, Acting Coach and Author of the book ‘The Power of the Actor’. Ivana has worked with many successful Actors over her 25 year career including Halle Berry, Charlize Theron, Brad Pitt, Al Pacino and so many more. Forming her technique after studying behavioral science, psychology and cul…

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Anthony Interviews Ian Harding 41:54

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On today’s episode Anthony interviews award winning actor Ian Harding. Known for his role as Ezra Fitz on Pretty Little Liars and co starring with Lindsay Lohan in his new Netflix movie Our Little Secret- the two have a thoughtful conversation about how to be emotionally malleable in self tapes and on set, trusting the moment vs. the textbook, and …

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Anthony Interviews Regan Aliyah 54:28

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In today’s episode Anthony chats with XO, Kitty actor, Regan Aliyah. The pair share the importance of expressing their queerness in their lives and work, trusting your own acting process, and how the cult of capitalism infringes on creativity.By Anthony Meindl

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Anthony Interviews Diego Tinoco 53:39

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In today’s episode Anthony chats with On My Block actor Diego Tinoco. The pair chat about acting being a lifetime of work, Diego’s venture into teaching, the importance of creating your own opportunities, and finding inspiration in a world of “corporate” television.By Anthony Meindl

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Anthony Interviews Trevor Flanagan-Tordjman 52:30

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In today’s episode Anthony chats with actor Trevor Flanagan-Tordjman. Known for his roles in Disney’s Zombies Franchise and Bunk’d, the pair chat about venturing into dramatic roles, finding joy when acting in dark places, battling people pleasing to add to your work, and staying hopeful in the face of AI in Hollywood.…

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Anthony Interviews Ella Beatty 51:55

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In today’s episode, Anthony chats with actor Ella Beatty. Ella made her Broadway Debut in the Tony Award winning play APPROPRIATE starring Sarah Paulson and is currently previewing Ibsen’s Ghosts opening March 10th at Mitzi Newhouse Lincoln Center Theatre. Daughter of Warren Beatty and Annette Bening, the pair chat about the rehearsal process, the …

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Its time for a Max Update - Two Unemployed Actors - Episode 105 24:57

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It’s time for a Max update. Why the long break between Podcast episodes, how come I had to get a new agent, the focus for 2025 and a key lesson from last years Acting experience.By Max Belmonte

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Anthony Interviews Marco Penette 1:05:34

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In today’s episode Anthony interviews writer and producer, Marco Penette. Marco is known for his work on Ugly Betty, Caroline in the City, Crumbs and many more. His most recent venture being writing the musical adaptation of Death Becomes Her with Broadway previews opening October 23rd. The pair chat about their start in the business, how the disap…

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Anthony Interviews Zarah Kulczycki 54:30

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In today’s episode, Anthony chats with Recording Coordinator at Netflix Animation, Zarah Kulczycki. A previous student at AMAW and casting director working on blockbusters like Top Gun: Maverick - Zarah shares her journey of stepping away from traditional acting and casting and into the world of animation. The pair talk about respecting and embraci…

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Anthony Interviews Risa Bramon Garcia 57:03

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In today’s episode Anthony chats with Risa Bramon Garcia, the iconic casting director known for 200 Cigarettes, JFK, and True Romance. The pair talk about their endeavors as acting coaches, sharing how they help actors process the work, how to navigate the challenges of being an artist in a tech world, and debunking the myth of losing yourself in a…

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Money, Momentum, and Making Movies: A Conversation with Leanna Adams and Kristina Arjona about Independent Filmmaking 53:23

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Working in the entertainment industry is brutal. Successisn’t linear and you hear no more than yes. As Leanna Adams says in this episode, we as actors “eat rejection for breakfast…sometimes lunch, and dinnertoo.” Leanna Adams and Kristinia Arjona sat down and spoke to me about the process of making their independent film: Christmas With Jerks relea…

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Anthony Interview Natasha Behnam 1:04:54

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In today’s episode Anthony interviews actor, Natasha Behnam. Natasha is known for her role as Lola on Max’s “The Girls on the Bus” and has been cast in the upcoming season of Netflix’s “You.” The two talk about the importance of queer storytelling, Natasha’s personal story from knocking on casting offices to her spirituality, and the curse of waiti…

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Anthony Interviews Margie Haber 1:02:29

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Welcome to the duet of In the Moment with Anthony Meindl and F*ck Your Comfort Zone with Margie Haber. In today’s episode, Anthony interviews the iconic Margie Haber. For more than 40 years, Margie has been known as Hollywood’s top audition coach. The pair chat about accepting and surrendering to the circumstances you’re stepping into whether it be…

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Anthony Interviews Brit MacRae And Daril Fannin 56:46

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In today’s episode, Anthony chats with actress Brit MacRae and writer/ producer Daril Fannin. They speak about inequity in the industry and the importance of creating your own audience. This inspired the pair to create KINO, an interactive streaming service where fans can discover new films, interact with their favorite artists, and artists get to …

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Screen Producers Australia & Two Unemployed Actors - Episode 104 54:46

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A conversation with SPA CEO Matthew Deaner What does SPA do What resources SPA offer to Producers chasing their first credit and tips and tricks Current issues and opportunities in the Australian industry Why minimum Australian content quotas are so important and what could the model look like Why commissioners are risk averse Screen Forever Confer…

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Anthony Interviews Ian Boggs 41:47

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In today’s episode, Anthony chats with actor and social media creator Ian Boggs. The pair chat about Ian’s journey to gaining over 35 million followers, the isolation and anxiety that comes with chasing dreams, and moving through fear and criticism on the internet.By Anthony Meindl

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Anthony Interviews Emily Bader 52:48

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In today’s episode, Anthony chats with actor Emily Bader. Emily is currently starring in Amazon Prime’s newest show My Lady Jane and the crime/drama film Fresh Kills in theaters now. The pair chat about how Emily found her accent and her acting on set, the importance of continued learning in class, and the beauty of telling the untold stories.…

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Anthony Interviews Veronika Dash 52:17

1y ago52:17

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In today’s episode, Anthony chats with actor Veronika Dash. The two chat all about Veronica’s new short film, Before I Go, which just premiered at Mammoth Film Festival. She shares how she tackled simultaneously producing and starring, dealing with day of issues, and speaking up for yourself in your work.…

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Anthony Interviews Paul Ruddy 56:27

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In today’s episode, Anthony chats with casting director, Paul Ruddy. With 20 years in the business Paul has cast live theater, TV, and over 130 Lifetime movies. The two talk about the world of casting relating to LGBTQ+ characters vs. actors, how actors should approach social media, self taping and in person auditions, and moving through the world …

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Anthony Interviews David Mazouz 55:26

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In today’s episode, Anthony chats with actor David Mazouz. David is best known for his leading role as Bruce Wayne in Fox's Batman-prequel TV drama Gotham. Now working on his own projects, the two chat about finding inspiration at the movie theater, the hero’s journey, and the importance of being yourself while acting.…

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Anthony Interviews Nina Kiri 59:53

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In today’s episode, Anthony chats with actor Nina Kiri. Nina is known for her role as Alma in the first five seasons of the Hulu series The Handmaid's Tale. Nina shares her audition process, how she went from having two lines in the first episode to a recurring role, and the importance of making things your own- finding those moments of creativity …

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Anthony Interviews Frances Brennand Roper 54:35

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In today’s episode, Anthony chats with talented actor and teacher - AMAW’s own Frances Brennand Roper. The two cover important bases about self work in order to achieve your best acting work, Frances’s Buddhist practice, and finding inspiration in the face of lots of rejection.By Anthony Meindl

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Episode 38: Episode 38: From Stumbling Blocks to Stepping Stones: A Conversation with Heidi Dean About the Power of Social Media 52:02

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Before I talk about the amazing conversation that Heidi Dean was gracious enough to have with me, I need to add a quick note that this conversation was recorded before Twitter changed its name to X. Now most of you probably know that Heidi Dean is known in the industry as the top social media strategist for actors. She has also recently published a…

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Anthony Interviews Rahul Rai 55:25

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In today’s episode, Anthony chats with Rahul Rai. Rahul is an actor and creator with over 5 million followers across his platforms. The two have passionate conversations about the nuance of using TikTok as an avenue for acting. Touching on how to be marketable as an actor on social media, burn out, and the relationship between artists and money.…

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Anthony Interviews Spencer Neville 55:53

1+ y ago55:53

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In today’s episode, Anthony chats with actor Spencer Neville. Spencer is known for his roles in Ozark, The Sex Lives of College Girls and Devotion. The two talk about how to move through comparison to peers in the industry, how heartbreak affects our work, and moving through the expectation of getting your “big break.”…

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Anthony Interviews Howard Meltzer 47:12

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In today’s episode, Anthony interviews casting director Howard Meltzer. Howard is known for casting projects such as Hannah Montana, Raven’s Home, The Virgin Suicides, and Bunk’d to name a few. The two talk about Howard’s career in casting kids and teens, his process in identifying talent, the dos and don’ts of auditioning, and the importance of pr…

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Voice Over Casting Director Andy Roth & Two Unemployed Actors Episode 103 59:22

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Max talks with LA Casting Director Andy Roth who specialises in Voice Over work. Andy Roth , LA Casting Director talks about how he started in Voice Over Casting, building his own Casting business and then Directing. Its not who you know, it's who knows you! Some great insights for Actors around auditioning, whether its for Voice or not. How to nav…

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Episode 37: The Power of Playing With the Form: A Conversation with Film Festival Curators, Angie Reza Tures and Mary Dossinger 50:31

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When I think of curators of film festivals, I often think of them the same way I used to think of casting directors: as the gatekeepers to our success. But during my conversation with Angie Reza Tures from the Femme Frontera Showcase and Mary Dossinger from the RiverRun International Film Festival it became very apparent that the curators, just lik…

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Anthony Interviews Dallas Dupree Young 44:27

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In today’s episode, Anthony chats with talented teen actor Dallas Dupree Young. The pair chat about Dallas’s acting career starting at age 9 all the way to now starring in the final seasons of Cobra Kai. Dallas also shares his journey handling rejection and how social change affects acting.By Anthony Meindl

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Anthony Interviews Jill Wagner 1:02:04

1+ y ago1:02:04

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In today’s episode, Anthony interviews actress Jill Wagner of Paramount+’s Special Ops: Lioness. The two talk about the inception of Jill’s star studded show, the importance of creating and advocating for the things you want to be in, and getting out of your own head as an actor.By Anthony Meindl

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Ask Anthony Part Two 33:30

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Welcome back to part two of Ask Anthony where Anthony answers your questions! Interviewed by actress Angel Prater, the two finish their conversation with Anthony’s thoughts on the trap of character analysis, how ageism, AI, and filters are affecting Hollywood, and the truth behind making your own work.…

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Ask Anthony 47:00

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In today’s part one episode of a two part series, Anthony answers your questions! Interviewed by actress Angel Prater, the two talk about how Tony’s spirituality influenced his work in the face of a commodified entertainment industry, embracing change in dreams, what separates a good actor from a great actor, and taking genuine risks.…

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Anthony Interviews Katelin Chesna 52:06

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In today’s episode, Anthony interviews actress and AMAW Atlanta Studio Head- Katelin Chesna. The two talk about navigating and exploring creative expression during the strike, Katelin’s personal journey from pre-med to the theater, and how practicing mindfulness creates growth in life and acting.By Anthony Meindl

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Two Unemployed Actors - Episode 102 - Making Documentaries 25:47

1+ y ago25:47

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Max talks with Director and Producer of the Documentary ‘The Promise’ Jye Currie They talk the challenges of Producing and Directing a Documentary Advice for other creatives wanting to produce a Documentary The balance between telling a personal story and presenting facts Managing the wellbeing of crew when filming sensitive and difficult subject m…

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Anthony Interviews Kevin E. West 1:03:11

2y ago1:03:11

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Welcome to In the Moment’s SAG Strike Episode where Anthony chats with actor and SAG AFTRA Negotiating Committee Member Kevin E. West. From explanations on how negotiations work, to why the strike is happening, and how AI is involved, this episode has everything you need to know about the strike and how you can support.…

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Acting Coach Terry Knickerbocker & Two Unemployed Actors - Episode 101 1:04:51

2y ago1:04:51

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Max talks with New York Acting Coach Terry Knickerbocker Terry established the ‘Terry Knickerbocker Studio’ in NYC and works with Actors like Daniel Craig, Michelle Williams, Sam Rockwell, Austin Butler, and Boyd Holbrook who plays the villain Klaber in “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny.” What drew Terry to Meisner? What was involved in establ…

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Anthony Interviews Clyde Voce 51:53

2y ago51:53

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In this episode, Anthony interviews talented actor and teacher Clyde Voce. Clyde made history as the first black actor to play the role of Willy Wonka on the Broadway tour of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. The two talk about that experience, about the importance of bringing yourself into your work especially in the age of commerce, and the tric…

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Anthony Interviews Wendy Braun 1:00:48

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This week Anthony chats with accomplished actress Wendy Braun. Wendy has enjoyed a dynamic career with over 80 TV + Film credits, over 100 commercials, thousands of voiceovers, and recently appearing on four seasons of Netflix’s, Atypical. The two share a beautiful conversation about overcoming the toxicity of Hollywood, the importance of internal …

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Anthony Interviews Aubri Ibrag 53:52

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In today’s episode, Anthony chats with actor Aubri Ibrag. After agreeing that acting is like dating, the two have a beautiful conversation about the complexities and difficulties of life and how that translates to acting. They speak on commitment, taking risks, and not being scared to make mistakes. You can see Aubri in Apple TV+’s upcoming series …

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Anthony Interviews Xavier Clyde 55:20

2y ago55:20

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In today’s episode, Anthony interviews actor Xavier Clyde. Xavier stars as Mercer in Apple TV’s latest crime drama series- City on Fire. Based on the novel, the show follows the investigation of mysterious citywide fires, the downtown music scene, and a wealthy uptown real estate family fraying under the many secrets they keep. The two chat about r…

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Anthony Interviews Jimel Atkins 47:45

2y ago47:45

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In today’s episode, Tony chats with actor Jimel Atkins. Jimel stars in HBO’s Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty. While talking about how Jimel’s athletic career inspires his creative passions, the two touch on giving yourself time in the industry, mindsets in the auditioning process, and the importance of vulnerability in work and life.…

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Anthony Interviews Jason Buyer 59:42

2y ago59:42

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In today’s episode, Tony interviews the talented Jason Buyer. Jason is AMAW NYC’s studio manager. He is an acting coach and former casting director. The two chat about Jason’s app Need A Reader. Need A Reader is the first app to connect actors with readers and coaches for auditions, self tapes, classes, rehearsals, and practice. Actors get the help…

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Anthony Interviews Jack Griffo 57:19

2y ago57:19

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From Nickelodeon to Alternative Rock, today Tony chats with talented actor and musician, Jack Griffo. The pair chat about Jack’s career starring in The Thundermans, his transition from child acting, and his band Kid Baron. They talk on the pressures of social media, self doubt as an artist, and the importance of being socially aware as an actor.…

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Anthony Interviews Julian Kostov 55:44

2y ago55:44

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This week, Tony chats with Bulgarian actor, filmmaker, talent manager, rapper, and former professional swimmer Julian Kostov. The two talk about Julian’s vast career in the entertainment industry, his passion for making space for Eastern European actors, and how they are creating the things they wish to see in the world as artists. You can see Juli…

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It's the 100th Episode!! Time for a look back at all the highlights... 20:08

2y ago20:08

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It's the 100th Episode A time to look back on all the highlights Max also updates us on whats the next project...By Max Belmonte

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Anthony Interviews Brian Patacca 57:52

2+ y ago57:52

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This week Anthony chats with Brian Patacca. Brian helps actors get what they want without all the struggle. He’s helped 542 actors find representation and is even known as “The Representation Whisperer." Through his wildly popular online courses and entertaining podcast, Brian teaches creatives how to market themselves authentically, use gratitude …

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Episode 36: The Dramatic Potential in Aging: A Conversation with Film Expert, Dale Pollock 50:59

2+ y ago50:59

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I recently attended a film appreciation class with Dale Pollock, called Senior Moments. And yes, as the name suggests, it was a look into how the film industry, Hollywood in particular, has treated aging. Not surprisingly it has not done a stellar job. When I asked Dale to tell me more about how the industry has changed, he said we’ve come a long w…

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Anthony Interviews Jeffrey Drew 54:16

2+ y ago54:16

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This week Tony chats with Casting Associate, Jeffrey Drew. He's worked on hit projects like MARVEL's "Runaways", NBC's "Ordinary Joe" and Dolly Parton's "Heartstrings." The two chat about Jeffrey's illustrious career and extraordinary life spanning from his childhood addiction to sobriety and journey through musical theatre, drag, and casting. Remi…