Act Bold - A Podcast for Actors

Defining Your Career Path: Acting Strategies & Understanding Your Energetic Signature This is how to set precise career goals, identify your 'energetic signature', and understand how you are perceived in the industry. It's really important to have specific goals, celebrate small wins, and understand your unique abilities as an actor. Your career is a journey and setting milestones along the wa...

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Hey, let's dive into something that hits close to home for a lot of us in the acting biz. You know how sometimes it feels like you're just shouting into the void, trying to get noticed? Yeah, been there. So, we're gonna tackle all those gnarly bits today. Talking about keeping that hustle strong even when the grind gets tough, navigating the frustrations, and busting some of those myths we've all...

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This episode is a little different. Today, I'm the guest on Kiersten Natis's podcast, Acting Out. Kiersten asked a lot of great questions and quickly got to the bottom of some of my favorite things about acting and being an actor. ◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️ ➡️ Want to see how I could help you? Let's have a conversation. https://calendly.com/act_bold/interview ➡️ Make sure to sign up for the newsletter for...

This week on Act Bold I sat down with Masha Kay who is a nervous system and breath work coach who specializes in helping people find their flow. I had actually heard Masha speaking on another podcast completely unrelated to acting but found that I could apply, almost one-to-one, everything she was saying to the kinds of challenges that we as actors face. Masha provides a practical framework for un...

On this episode of Act Bold, I dive into an incredibly inspiring conversation with New York actress Dahjn Marie Gomez. She's hitting the road with her powerful one-woman show, "I Am Not a Monolith," which explores what it means to be both African American as well as a woman told through they eyes of a series of created characters. If you've ever toyed with the idea of creating your own one-person...

In this episode of Act Bold, I talk with John Frank Levy, a four-time Emmy award-winning casting director, whose recent book, Right for the Role, tells the tale of his long and storied career. John has been influential in shaping our culture by casting iconic TV shows like 'ER', 'Shameless', and 'The West Wing’. We get into all sorts of interesting topics, from his intuitive casting style to the i...

In this episode of Act Bold, I had a fantastic chat with Abby Tozer. She's an incredibly talented actress, producer, and filmmaker. While Abby definitely has a lot going on, what interested me most was how she leveraged a seat at one of the biggest film markets in the world, AFM (American Film Market) to parlay that into multiple options for her various film and tv projects. If you are an actor wh...

In this video, I share my personal journey of relaunching my acting career after a 16 year hiatus when I was 47 years old. I didn't have any current material for my showreel or any industry contacts, but I still managed to become a working actor. I break down exactly how I did it and also share some tips that I've learned along the way. Dreams have no expiration date - and there's space for anyone...

In this episode, I'm shedding light on the whole idea of 'blind spots' in an actor's career– you know, those tricky areas in an actor's journey that might be silently holding them back. We're breaking down the 8 most common mistakes actors make when it comes to their careers and, of course, I've got the lowdown on how to tackle each one. I get into "being ready," dealing with overwhelm, perfect ti...

In this week's episode of Act Bold, despite battling a bit of laryngitis, I'm taking on a topic that's crucial for every actor: 'Readiness'.  Or rather using “not being ready” as a reason for not moving forward. I’m going to dissect that. I break down a simple three-step plan to help you move from feeling stuck to taking action. It's straightforward, practical, and could be the nudge you need to g...

In this episode of Act Bold, I had a fantastic conversation with Seumas Sargent, an actor, and a friend who is killing it at the moment. Seumas shared his journey, starting from his time with the Blue Man Group to his current success in acting. His philosophy is all about investing time and effort in forging genuine connections, both in life and in film. He emphasized the importance of treating pe...

In this episode, I'm tackling one of the biggest myths in our industry head-on: the idea that an acting career is all about luck. You know the saying - maybe you'll get lucky, maybe you won't. But I'm here to tell you, there's a powerful factor that can dramatically increase your odds of success, and it's not about who you know or what you look like, nor will it cost you a dime. I dive deep into t...

I recently had the pleasure of chatting with Diane Foy, a personal branding specialist, on my podcast. Diane's background is pretty diverse; she started as a photographer and makeup artist before becoming a trusted PR coach for creatives from various fields, including actors, musicians, and artists. Diane and I had a great conversation about the importance of personal branding in today's world, es...

In this chat with Karolina Matheis, the brain behind Mathies Premium Casting Agency in Berlin, we dove into her transition from a music gig at Rolling Stone Magazine to the casting world. It's fascinating how her quest for something more fitting led her to marketing, performing arts, and eventually casting. Juggling agency life and motherhood, she's nailed some stellar projects with icons like Rob...

In this episode of Act Bold, I sit down with the creative powerhouse couple, Ivan Malekin and Sarah Jayne, based in Zagreb. They're the brains behind Nexus Production Group, and have a knack for spinning stories on screen in a way that's all their own. Ditching the script, they dive into the realm of improv, sketching out just the story outlines and scene beats to keep the narrative on track. They...

Director Frederic Kau opens up about the whirlwind journey of his Academy Award-nominated student film, "Those Who Follow." While he may not have clinched the Oscar, the nomination alone marked a significant achievement. In our deep dive, Kau delves into the movie's potent themes surrounding extreme right politics within the police force. He also shares insights into his casting process, what he s...

Matthias Ludwig: From film sets to comedy mics, Matthias has smoothly transitioned from acting to standup comedy, and he's truly crushing it. The catalyst for this change? A desire to stop waiting and start creating. With a calendar now packed with bookings, Matthias embodies the spirit of taking charge in the entertainment realm. In our conversation, we dove into the "how-to's" of his journey. Ma...

We all have things we believe... One of my beliefs centers around the necessity to change the power dynamic between yourself and the rest of the film industry because even though actors are above the line, they're still the lowest element on the totem pole when it comes down to it. One of the ways you can do this is by working your values and beliefs into your primal brand. What does that mean i...

Hey listeners, today, I'm pulling back the curtain on a thought close to my heart: how jumping head-first, even if things aren't perfect, can set your life and career in motion. Reflecting on my acting days, I unpack the big monsters: our ego, that pesky fear, and the chase for perfection. Let's dive deep into what it means to be truly authentic and why, sometimes, taking that imperfect step is th...

Carla B. Guttmann: Here's the scoop on Carla. Hailing from Montreal, she's made quite the splash in the international film circuit. Her films? They've proudly showcased at big names like TIFF and Karlovy Vary. As a card-carrying member of the German Directors Guild, she's delivered hits like "The Double Woman" and the widely-watched "Making Heart of Fire" on German TV. With hands-on experience fro...

Crew United is so much more than just a database. It's actually an extremely useful tool for all your research, keeping track of your contacts, and planning your future networking. In this episode of Act Bold, I interviewed actresses and Crew United reps, Olivia Rogalla and Sonia Hausséguy, who explained everything you need to know to get the most out of Crew United. Even though I've been using it...

In the latest episode of Act Bold, I had the privilege of interviewing Mel Churcher, a renowned international acting, dialogue, and voice coach. With over 40 years of experience, Mel has graced the theaters of London's West End, worked with prestigious companies like the Royal National Theatre and the Royal Shakespeare Company, and has coached a spectrum of talents from budding artists to Hollywoo...

In this episode of Act Bold we have Alexander Roger Wolf, actor, coach, best-selling author and tennis enthusiast. The son of German parents, he was born in Oakland California and grew up around showbiz because he mother was Elvis Presley's secretary. Alex is a friend of mine and I asked him onto the show because he's booked over 150 commercials and is an expert on what it takes to book that job....