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Send a text This week on the Pushy Pushy podcast, host Nia welcomes accomplished actress and Mark Jermin coach Fiona Armstrong for an insightful conversation about the acting industry. Fiona shares her journey from Yorkshire to New Zealand and back, discussing her experiences in theatre, film, and television. The episode delves into the challenges of balancing personal relationships with acting ca...

Send a text Join Mark, Nia, Hannah, and Andrew from Mark Jerin Management as they answer burning questions from aspiring actors and their parents, covering topics like how to get an agent, the importance of headshots, inclusive casting for those with learning disabilities, and the hierarchy within agencies. The hosts share insider tips on navigating the entertainment industry, discuss the evolutio...

Send a text In this exciting episode of the Pushy Pushy podcast, hosts Mark, Nia, and Andrew dive into the latest buzz surrounding the upcoming HBO Harry Potter series. They discuss the casting process, offer valuable advice for actors auditioning, and share industry insights. The trio also touches on recent award shows, including the British Soap Awards, and explores the challenges of managing pa...

Send a text Step into the vibrant world of acting and talent management with Mark and Nia in this September episode of the Pushy Pushy podcast. As the entertainment industry ramps up after the summer break, our hosts dive into the exciting buzz of new classes and auditions. Get ready for exclusive behind-the-scenes stories from high-profile TV sets and valuable insights on balancing child actors&a...

Send a text Join host Nia and special guest Stefan Gough on this special episode of the Pushy Pushy podcast! Stefan, a talented actor and popular drama teacher, shares his journey from aspiring footballer to successful performer. Discover valuable insights on drama school experiences, navigating the industry, and landing roles in the West End. Stefan offers practical advice for actors, including t...

Send a text Join Mark and Nia for this latest episode of Pushy Pushy, the insider's guide to the entertainment industry! In this back-to-school special, the hosts discuss recent GCSE and A-level results, reflecting on the challenges students face balancing academics with their acting pursuits. They share exciting updates about their acting agency, Mark Jermin Management, including new classes...

Send a text In this insightful episode of Pushy Puhsy, hosts Mark and Hannah delve into the complex world of child actors in the entertainment industry. They discuss the challenges and rewards of working as a young performer, including balancing work with a normal childhood, the importance of having hobbies outside of acting, and how to cope with rejection in auditions. The hosts share their perso...

Send a text Pushy Pushy welcomes actor and writer Holly Carpenter to share her inspiring journey into the world of theatre. From changing course at uni to pursue her passion, to getting into the prestigious Bristol Old Vic after years of auditioning, Holly's determination shines through. She discusses finding her voice as a playwright, creating authentic work drawn from her own experiences. H...

Send a text Head Agent Andrew is back with the Pushy gang, sharing recent agency successes and industry insights in this episode of The Pushy Pushy Podcast.  Get the gossip and hear about a young client recently landing a massive adaptation role, international castings, and A-list collaborations. The hosts discuss their busy industry week, reflect on the agency's growth, and offer tips on neg...

Send a text Celebrate one year of Pushy Pushy with Mark, Nia and Hannah! In this special anniversary episode, the trio reflects on their journey of educating aspiring actors and parents about the entertainment industry. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at their annual Industry Week summer course, featuring insights on period drama workshops, talent shows, and celebrity guest appearances. Le...

Send a text Find the answers to your buring questions in this Q&A episode of the Pushy Pushy podcast! Learn how to land TV roles, stand out to agents, and navigate the competitive acting industry. The hosts share success stories, including stories of Netflix's 'Wednesday' casting. Topics include finding your unique selling point, transitioning through different age groups in act...

Send a text Join Mark and Hannah for an exciting episode of Pushy Pushy! We back again this week in the world of acting and talent management as Mark and Hannah discuss their recent Slam Fest success, featuring top casting directors. Learn about upcoming Industry Week changes, including celebrity guests and period drama workshops. Discover insider tips on commercial acting, the importance of self-...

Send a text In this episode of The Pushy Pushy Podcast, Mark and Nia share exciting stories of young actors landing significant roles and discuss the joys of revealing casting news to their students while addressing the challenges of social media exposure for child actors. Mark and Nia offer insights on dealing with overzealous fans and maintaining boundaries in the digital age. They announce upco...

Send a text Join Mark and Nia of Mark as summer kicks into high gear. Learn about exciting opportunities like Slam Fest, where actors can workshop with top casting directors, and get insider tips on navigating the unpredictable nature of the entertainment industry. Discover the importance of child licensing for international productions, hear about upcoming castings for major TV shows and films, a...

Send a text This week on Pushy Pushy, Mark and Nia dive into Monologue Slam, sharing insider tips on what makes a standout performance. They discuss their upcoming Slam Fest event, featuring workshops with top casting directors. Plus, get the scoop on a student landing a series regular role on a well-known TV show, and hear about the return of a beloved team member. Join the dynamic duo for indust...

Send a text Pushy Pushy host Nia was delighted in this week's episode to talk to very special guest Lauren Stroud from Stroud Theatre Arts and Stroud Management about "doing it all!"  Lauren offers tips and advice of running her own school and agency and talks about the variety of her work, from performing, to choreography and now being an associate on multiple West End shows. She s...

Send a text In this entertaining episode, the hosts Mark, Nia, and Hannah discuss a range of topics for aspiring actors. They celebrate a young actor's major role directed by Guy Ritchie and offer encouragement to those still awaiting their big break. The discussion shifts to reality TV shows like Britain's Got Talent, debating whether actors should pursue such opportunities. They provid...

Send a text This episode of the Pushy Pushy Podcast provides insider advice for actors seeking representation from top talent agents and casting directors. in this insightful episode, Nia and Hannah cover how to craft the perfect introductory email that grabs an agent's attention. They share strategies for making your submission stand out from the hundreds received weekly, as well as common p...

Send a text This episode of The Pushy Pushy podcast sees Mark, Nia, and Hannah discuss the importance of networking for actors and those working in the entertainment industry. They share personal stories about how networking events, drama school showcases, and making connections have helped advance their careers. Key tips covered include being yourself, making a good first impression, not being to...

Send a text In this engaging episode of the Pushy Pushy Podcast, hosts Nia and Hannah from Mark Jermin (www.markjermin.co.uk) discuss the ultimate pushy pushy phrase "start em young" and the positives and dilemmas of joining the acting world from an early age.  The conversation continues in how casting teams explore the challenges of finding talented child actors for professional product...

Send a text Major Casting Reveals! Get the exclusive scoop on Mark Jermyn's student Evie Templeton booking a life-changing series regular role on Netflix's hotly anticipated Season 2 of "Wednesday". Mark, Nia, and Hannah pull back the curtain on Evie's gruelling audition process - from the coded breakdown to multiple self-tapes, recalls, prep sessions with the casting dire...

Send a text In this jam-packed episode, hosts Mark, Nia and Hannah go deep on the explosive Dance Moms reunion. Get all the behind-the-scenes details as they analyze Abby Lee Miller's controversial teaching methods and the lasting impact on her students. Hannah is obsessed with the gripping true story of Netflix's Baby Reindeer and raves about the incredible performance of the lead actre...

Send a text In this hilarious episode, Nia and Hannah dish about the challenges of working with animals and children on Stage and on film/TV sets. They share funny behind-the-scenes stories from Nia's past acting jobs like a Kellogg's cereal commercial with dogs and the musical Annie with an unruly Sandy. They also discuss industry etiquette like being on time, handling bad language in s...

Send a text The Pushy Pushy Podcast with Mark and Hannah is a lively discussion about the acting world, auditions, and the entertainment industry. In this episode, they discuss the upcoming Monologue Slam event, share updates on students' success stories, review recent shows and award ceremonies, and offer insights into finding the perfect monologue piece. Join Mark and Hannah as they provide...

Send a text Join sibling hosts Mark and Nia as they discuss the pros and cons of self-taping auditions versus in-person auditions in the entertainment industry. Hear their thoughts on Olivia Colman's comments calling self-tapes "disrespectful." Get insights into how casting directors view self-tapes versus live auditions. The hosts also share actor news like their clients booking ca...