Pretend Worlds Real People

“Believe in yourself.”   This week the PWRP crew is joined by the incredible, Rahul Kohli. You may recognize his work from shows like iZombie, The Haunting of Bly Manor, Harley Quinn, and Midnight Mass. He chats with Tyler about his diligent pursuit as an actor, acknowledging self worth in the industry, meditative hobbies, and the surreal nature of working with your childhood hero!   SHOUTOUTS & P...

A special episode to update you on former guests, Marcus, Nathan, and Vicki and the exciting events surrounding their musical Blodlina!

“It’s fun and it shouldn’t be taken too seriously.”   Since the early 2010s, Josh Brener has catapulted into the comedic stratosphere with memorable roles in Silicon Valley, Maron, Mythic Quest, and more! As the pandemic slowed things down, Josh kept his focus on his voice acting work and pitching his own projects. Oh, and if you thought sharing a drink with someone was awkward, imagine Wolverine...

“Don’t believe that you know everything.”   For over twenty years, this week’s guest has worked on some of the most intricately designed creatures, and the goriest of gory effects to grace the screen. Carey Jones is a Special FX/Makeup Artist and Actor, who’s resume consists of: Sin City, The Walking Dead, Drag Me To Hell, Lovecraft Country, and more! He most recently joined the Star Wars universe...

"If you don't ask, you'll never know."   If you’re Marvel fans like we are, you may recognize this week’s guest as a member of the most badass group of Larpers in the MCU! Adelle Drahos is an actress and writer who found her start in church and school plays before she acquired her BFA from Savannah College of Art and Design. For the last ten years, she has been working tirelessly to master her cra...

"It's important to know a little bit of everything. Learning as much as you can while you can is important."   Jasmine Day may be young in her career but she's got a life full of experience being in the arts. She dances, she acts, she's punk rock, and she handles being sprayed in the face with fake blood like a pro. Tune in to learn all about this lovely, talented actress, who inspires her, and wh...

“The only way to do it, is to do it.”   This week, the PWRP crew returns to the Writer’s Room with special guest, Katie McElhenney! Her career leap from teacher to accomplished writer on two incredible tv shows (It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Mythic Quest) is a journey that every creative must listen to. Not to mention, she’s quite possibly the funniest person you’ll ever meet. Wanna hear the...

“You can only fly your own flag.”   We’re popping back over to the UK this week with Actor, Filmmaker, and Producer, Aimee Cassettari! Having danced and sang at a young age, she soon found her calling at sixteen, during work experience on a Billie Piper production. Since then, Aimee has worked on both sides of production, while building her own company, Scripted. She most recently appeared in Edga...

“Your resume is not going to get you a job in Hollywood. You’ve got to meet people.”   Have you ever thought about making the big move to Hollywood? Well, now is the time! This week’s guest is Madisen Treu, Digital Producer for Riot Games. Now taking over Netflix with their critical hit, Arcane. Madisen talks of her career pivot to video games, starting out as a nanny, and what it means to build a...

“Be professional. If you submit, do it during business hours, and by email.”   We’re taking a look at a crucial part of the industry today, as PWRP sits down with Denver/Nashville Talent Agent, Mark Block. After leaving his legal career in corporate litigation behind, Mark opened The Block Agency in Nashville and hasn’t looked back. Representing everyone from actors, models, musicians, and influen...

Sometimes an email or text just can't deliver a message the way you'd like, but you can't (or won't) deliver it in person. Well, today's guests have created and produced a web series that offer people another option for message deliveries. Human Telegraphs is a fun, quirky show about three ladies desperate for cash, who decide to deliver messages, in person, for anyone who'll pay them. Rachel, Kay...

"Following your own compass is the way to go."   Colorado-based director, Calvin Shepherd, joins the PWRP crew just in time for the release of his newest film; Safehouse 1618. For the last five years, this tour de force creator has produced numerous features throughout Colorado on shoestring budgets. His genre-bending style and rigorous work ethic are sure to refresh the independent film industry...

“Make yourself available.”   We’re keeping it local this week as we sit down with Model, Voice Actor, Writer, and Director Angie Kalen! One of the brightest personalities in the industry, Angie fills this episode with radiant stories of her journey. Come along with PWRP as she catches us up on her love for Spanish, fulfilling a Walking Dead dream, producing her own content, and being a mom. Hands...

This week's guest is one of those people that you may not think about when watching a show, but you'd immediately notice if they weren't around to do their job. Rather than working on stage or screen, Sarah Levine works behind the scenes styling hair and wigs for TV and theater performers. She shares her story and offers some great insight into all the people whose arts careers don't involve actin...

“Dig as deep as you have to, to find that confidence.”  This week PWRP hops into Doc Brown’s Delorean with Rosanna “Rosie” Hyland, star of Back to the Future: The Musical, currently showing in London’s West End! Rosie punches this podcast to 88mph as she shares her 3+ year journey bringing Lorraine Baines to the stage, her global experience finding her place in theater, and more! SHOUTOUTS & PROMO...

"Try to dip into the deep end of the pool. You'll swim." Laughs are abound in these week's episode. Tyler and Stephanie sit down with Actor, Comedian, and Filmmaker, Gary Miller! The Best Worst Cantina creator has taken the pandemic by the horns in creating wildly hilarious sketches, shorts, and comedy albums featuring your favorite party dads. He sprinkles in his start in theater through sports a...

“Keep going.” After a few weeks off, we’re returning with a whole new slate of PWRP. This week’s guest is the radiant Megan Elisabeth Kelly, a Colorado-based Actress, Musician, and Film Aficionado! She joins the PWRP crew to talk about her rising career, the early days, and her incredible experience shooting her new film, INTRUSION, now available on Netflix. You better hit that play button! SHOUTO...

This episode is a true conversation between old and new friends! Dale Raven and Cieran Ryan have been comrades since their teens. Over the course of their friendship, they've created their film company, Pale Raven Pictures, and most recently wrapped up production on their short film, Myrlan. These two gents were so willing to chat Steph and Tyler barely needed to ask any questions. It's a longer e...

" Find the joy of your life outside of the industry." This week, Tyler is joined by the incredible KURT YUE (Dopesick, Haunting of Hill House, Insatiable)! An Atlanta-based performer who has fully embraced the industry as a working actor. In less than a decade, he has amassed 58 credits on IMDB, and worked alongside some of the biggest talent in Film & TV. He also runs the Acting Career Center, a...

It's here! We've produced 50 episodes of Pretend Worlds Real People, and couldn't be more excited/exhausted about it! Steph and Tyler thought they'd share their experiences producing the podcast and the ever-changing status of the arts industry throughout 2021. Thank you to all of our supporters!

Our guest this week is a UK actor who, like many of us, is doing all he can to make a career out of what he loves. Alexander Clark is following all the paths available to make his mark; studying, auditioning, and writing his own features and shorts. His story is relatable and a nice reminder that everyone in the arts needs to be willing to grind a bit to get what they want.

" Learn to trust your gut." PWRP is joined by Colorado-based Actress and Screenwriter, KATHRYN GOULD! She's studied under some of the biggest names in screenwriting over the last ten years, with several of her shorts winning awards in numerous festivals. Even penning the horror film,  Apartment 212, despite being absolutely frightened by the genre! She takes us through her journey from High School...

We've got another team interview this week! A trio of artists, based in the UK, are working together to create a Viking-themed, stage-fighting, metal musical called Blódlina. Vicky Clubb (orchestrator), Nathan Rees (book writer & lyricist), and Marcus Wood (composer & lyricist) have a great dynamic and a clear passion for their work. In this episode, they tell us all about Blódlina (and how to pro...

We've got a unique episode for you this week! Stephanie has an in-person interview with her current production team for the play "Where Did We Sit on the Bus?" Satya (actress/musician), Matt (director), and Brian (playwright) have been working on this piece together for over a year. This summer will be the first time it will be staged before a live audience. The group talks about the play, as well...

"Do anything, and make it." This week's guest has built his career through bare knuckled innovation and his love for the visual narrative. After kicking cancer in the butt, and operating as a motivational speaker, he rekindled his love for videography and hasn't looked back. Woody Roseland is a Denver based Writer, Director, and Filmmaker, who consistently cranks out incredible projects and should...