Let's Dive In with Allen Vaysberg

Acting Nerd | Dan Payne Interview on acting, being the man in the mask, and loving every day on set Dan Payne stops by for two acting nerds to geek out over all things acting, his journey, him soaking up every drop of knowledge on set, King Shark and being warmed up by Grant Gustin's kindness, Descendants and Cameron, and being highly introverted (just kidding). Dan's IMDb - https://www.imdb.com/n...

It's In Your Hands | Alan Delabie Interview on acting, martial arts, Franck Denard, and his idols Alan Delabie stops by to share his martial arts and acting journey, his passion for acting, him never slowing down and waiting for things to happen, and his working with his idols. Alan's IMDb - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3715496 Alan's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoGIsoMdezbpL56-UfJ4S...

Comfortably Uncomfortable | Reggie Austin Interview on being a working actor, Agent Carter, and life Reggie Austin stops by to discuss being in the "constipation face" part of his career (and what that means), his many projects, acting approach, being a working actor and a parent, and "The Fart Loft" is all about. gRace Poem - https://youtu.be/WM_snxnpI54 Reggie's IMDb - https://www.imdb.com/name/...

One of a kind | Will Adams interview on producing, Plight, and reality of an independent filmmaker Will Adams puts his quill down to spend some time with me talking about The Plight of the Independent Filmmaker, the world of producing, his career path, and the advice he has for his Alma mater. Will's Site - https://lokekey.com Plight - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6QWh9irBpQMJiWabtGIQfZ...

Rezidents & Presidents | Lev Gorn Interview on acting, The Americans, his art, and his mindset Lev Gorn stops by to share his stories, his wisdom, and in the process, to help me find my perfect job. Such an wide ranging and fascinating interview covering his life as an actor, the opportunities that came about, his process, his artwork, and his view on the tapestry of life. Oh, and my daughter...

Source of Light | Alex Perez Interview on acting, The Actors Channel, SNL, and being joyful My friend and creator of The Actors Channel actor Alex Perez stops by to talk about his show, his acting journey, his work on SNL for 13 years, playing multiple characters on Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, and how to stay positive through adversity. The Actors Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT69fQj6...

Stay Open | Michael S. Brown Interview on acting, multiple careers, and the reality of the business Michael S. Brown and I discuss the realities of our business for the working actor, how to remain open to the possibilities, how to be professional, how to succeed, his wonderful animal rescue charity, and what it was like to work with Lady Gaga. Please connect with this wonderful charity organizati...

Bring It On | David Banks Interview on acting, commercials, dealing with uncertainty, and cool jobs David Banks stops by to discuss his bring it on attitude, his approach to the acting journey, his commercial success and preference, audition suggestions, and him putting on 30 lbs of muscle during COVID (Marvel for your consideration!) David's YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoYg...

Gabe Fazio Interview | Wild Mustangs | Gabe Fazio Interview on acting, business reality and more Gabe Fazio stops by to discuss the reality of the business, how he gets into character, the questions young actors need to ask themselves before doing this, his favorite ice cream flavor, and what freaks both of us out. Gabe's IMDb - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2057434 Follow Gabe on IG - https://www.i...

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 w...

Don't Stop | Ron Smoorenburg Interview on acting, martial arts, fighting his heroes & never stopping Action movie actor Ron Smoorenburg stops by to share the story of how Jackie Chan discovered him, what martial art films are really like, getting a chance to work with other legends like Donnie Yen, Jean Claude Van Damme, Steven Seagul, Scott Adkins, and his mission to keep inspiring others to...

Listen First | Russell Hornsby Interview on acting, listening, and wanting the chance to show more Immensely talented and introspective Russell Hornsby stops by to share his experiences on and off the screen, his career arc, working with incredible actors, craving the opportunity to show how good he is but being pigeonholed, and what he is like when he isn't acting. IMDb - https://www.imdb.com/nam...

You're Enough | Carole Dibo Interview on Actors Training Center, Rachel Brosnahan & her own journey The person who launched my acting career Carole Dibo of ATC stops by to discuss her passion for helping the young and adult alike, the responsibility of creating that safe but professional space, working with Rachel and other talented actors, and her own acting journey. ATC - https://www.actorst...

Human Being | Malachi Weir interview on acting, Billions, not fitting in, and forging his own path Malachi Weir stops by to for a wide-ranging conversation on his background, not fitting into a box, career journey, working with Paul Giamatti on Billions, and doing his best to find what's common in all of us. Malachi IMDb - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0918616 Malachi IG - https://www.instagram.com/...

True Grit | Timothy Davis Interview on acting, abilities & merging instinct with determination # 2 In Part 2 of our conversation Timothy Davis talks accents, working on Billions, looking and sounding like famous actors, Jiu Jitsu, and the weirdest thing that happened to him on set Tim's IMDb - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3175928 Follow Tim on IG - https://www.instagram.com/itstimothydavis Subs...

Core Vulnerability | Doug McDade interview on acting, teaching, and how to find yourself in the role One of my favorite acting teachers Doug McDade stops by to discuss his acting journey, letting go, crying on demand, finding yourself in a character, and how to get in touch with your core vulnerability Website - https://www.dougmcdade.coach Robert DeNiro crying - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ix...

Chasing Happiness | Eve Gordon Interview on acting, Robin Williams, Marilyn Monroe, and just playing Eve Gordon stops by to peel back the curtain and share some stories of her amazing career. How she became an actress, working with incredible people, her acting approach, playing historical figures, and Glee :) Eve's IMDb - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0072126 Eve's Info - https://en.wikipedia.org/w...

Finding Balance | Meredith Thomas Interview on acting, Pleasantville, Lifetime, and the Prince Meredith Thomas stops by to discuss her acting journey which started with Pleasantville, took twists and turns with Improv along the way, and took off with Lifetime. Rich conversation filled with acting and life wisdom. Meredith IMDb - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0859238 Follow Meredith on IG - https://w...

True Grit | Timothy Davis Interview on acting, abilities & merging instinct with determination # 1 Timothy Davis stops by to talk acting, the path that took him to New York and inside the Actors Studio, working as a personal trainer to other actors, and what the life of an actor is really like. This is part 1 of the conversation. Tim's IMDb - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3175928 Follow Tim on I...

Born to Create | Alex Sparrow Interview on music, acting, tragedy and triumph Part 2 Alex Sparrow is one of the most remarkable people I have ever met never mind interviewed. He is a true creative and I feel blessed that we have talked for over 2 hours. This is Part 2 where we get into his music videos, UnReal, Space Force, Steve Carell, John Malkovich, and much much more. I am truly inspired to w...

Born to Create | Alex Sparrow Interview on music, acting, tragedy and triumph Part 1 Alex Sparrow is one of the most remarkable people I have ever met never mind interviewed. He is a true creative and I feel blessed that we have talked for over 2 hours. This is Part 1 where he discusses his upbringing in Russia, winning X-Factor, Dancing/Skating with the Stars, The Bachelor, and the trials and tri...

Authentic Self | Lois Robbins Interview on acting, motherhood, and finding herself in the process Lois Robbins stops by to discuss her career starting with Daytime TV, stepping away into motherhood, the hard road back, her one woman show L.O.V.E.R., and becoming her authentic self. Website - https://www.loisrobbins.com Follow Lois on IG - https://www.instagram.com/loisrobbins21 Subscribe to her Yo...

Keep Writing | Adam Glass Interview on writing, Supernatural, DC & Marvel, and the 3 scripts Show runner, executive producer, and writer Adam Glass stops by to discuss how his career started, the people along the way, the scripts that changed his life, the opportunities that didn't materialize, comics, and the hustle that it took to get there. Adam's IG (don't forget to follow!) - https://www....

Acting Life | Lorraine Rodriguez-Reyes Interview on acting, Moscow, Legacies, and Mami Confessions Lorraine stops by to share her fascinating experience of studying acting in US and Moscow and the different approaches Russian teachers use (yikes), her one woman show Mami Confessions, her acting approach, and her scene from Sopranos that ultimately got cut. Website - https://www.lorrainerodriguezre...