That One Audition with Alyshia Ochse

For years, actor Billy Burke showed up on our screens playing either the cop or the criminal role, he says. Over the course of his decades-long career, however, his characters and list of credits have expanded to include "Mafia!", "Dill Scallion", "Gilmore Girls", "Twilight", "Zoo", "Maid", and "Fire Country", just to name a few. In today's episode, Billy shares how having a bold confidence in him...

🎭 Join That One Audition Podcast for a deep dive into the actor's journey and the often-overlooked steps to SUCCESS. 🌟 Explore with Alyshia as she shares stories and tips on WHEN to fight for a role. This is week four in a 10 week series of "when to ..." focus on training, get a team, get a publicist, etc. Also, #SelfTapeMay Class is back. Make sure to reserve your seat now. $88 for four weeks!...

Actor Taylor Handley booked his third audition at the age of 13. With nearly three decades of experience in the industry, you've seen him in hit projects including "The O.C.," "Southland," "Vegas," "APB," and most recently, "Griselda," and "Mayor of Kingstown." But Taylor explains that it was't until "Mayor" where he got the chance to play a character with a multiple season arc. In an unforgettabl...

Join That One Audition Podcast for a deep dive into the actor's journey and the often-overlooked steps to SUCCESS. 🌟 Explore with Alyshia as she shares stories and tips on WHEN to not freak out. These weeks we will take a deep dive in developing your business as an actor. Let's go from being a student of acting to a WORKING ACTOR! 💪 Learn how to work as an ACTOR isn't just about bouncing back fr...

Actor Jamie-Lynn Sigler grew up on the set of HBO's acclaimed crime drama "The Sopranos," playing the role of Tony Soprano's daughter, Meadow. She has since gone on to appear in hit projects including "Entourage," "Ugly Betty," "Big Sky" and is the co-host of the newly-launched "MeSsy" podcast alongside Christina Applegate. In today's episode, Jamie-Lynn discusses how the responsibility placed on...

For nine seasons, households across the country spent Thursday nights with actor Sarah Drew as the beloved character Dr. April Kepner on ABC's "Grey's Anatomy." Today, she shares how she emotionally prepared for some of the show's most memorable, high-stakes scenes and what her self-care methods are for debriefing afterwards. From stage to screen, Sarah can be seen in hit projects such as "Mad Men...

🎭 Join That One Audition Podcast for a deep dive into the actor's journey and the often-overlooked steps to SUCCESS. 🌟 Explore with Alyshia as she shares stories and tips on WHEN to get new headshots. This is week four in a 10 week series of "when to ..." focus on training, get a team, get a publicist, etc. These weeks we will take a deep dive in developing your business as an actor. Let's go fr...

With more than three decades of experience in the industry, award-winning actor Judy Reyes has delivered incredible performances across all genres of film, television and stage. She spent nine years on NBC's Scrubs and has earned countless recurring and guest star roles on hit projects including Claws , Dr. Death , Better Things , The Horror of Dolores Roach , and has several upcoming projects in...

🎭 Join That One Audition Podcast for a deep dive into the actor's journey and the often-overlooked steps to SUCCESS. 🌟 Explore with Alyshia as she shares stories and tips on WHEN to get a PUBLICIST. This is Week Two in a 10 week series of "when to ..." focus on training, get a team, get a publicist, etc. These weeks we will take a deep dive in developing your business as an actor. Let's go from...

Actor Kristen Ariza has made a name for herself in every lane of the industry from stage to commercials to voice over to television and film. You've seen her in some of TV's most beloved projects of all time including "Friends," "Grey's Anatomy," "Parks and Recreation," "Lie to Me," and nearly every procedural under the sun. In this jam-packed episode, she walks us through numerous audition storie...

🎭 Join That One Audition Podcast for a deep dive into the actor's journey and the often-overlooked steps to SUCCESS. 🌟 Explore with Alyshia as she shares stories and tips on WHEN to get an AGENT. This is Week Two in a 10 week series of "when to ..." focus on training, get a team, get a publicist, etc. These weeks we will take a deep dive in developing your business as an actor. Let's go from bei...

In the true spirit of " That One Audition ," Cynthia Addai-Robinson walks us through her audition journey from start to finish for "The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power." Throughout her story, we discusses the pros and cons of self-tapes versus in-person auditions, how dialect plays into Cynthia's character preparation, and why actors shouldn't be afraid to ask for what they need from their r...

🎭 Join That One Audition Podcast for a deep dive into the actor's reframe around the industry contractions. 🌟 Explore with Alyshia and Alex Collins as they shares insights and tips on maintaining mental, emotional, and physical well-being in the competitive contracting world of the industry. 💪 Learn how to work as an ACTOR isn't just about bouncing back from setbacks but is a crucial part of cr...

In 1996, actor Johnathon Schaech appeared on the cover of Vanity Fair's Hollywood issue alongside leading men Leonardo DiCaprio, Will Smith, Matthew McConaughey and many more. But Johnathon admits that he didn't always feel like a leading man throughout his life. Appearing in hit classics including Tom Hanks' "That Thing You Do!", Johnathon has gone on to earn over 100 film and television credits...

🎭 Join That One Audition Podcast for a deep dive into the actor's journey and the often-overlooked steps to SUCCESS. 🌟 Explore with Alyshia as she shares stories and tips on WHEN to get a manager. This is Week Two in a 10 week series of "when to ..." focus on training, get a team, get a publicist. These weeks we will take a deep dive in developing your business as an actor. Let's go from being a...

Actor, writer, and up-and-coming director Rob Kirkland can be seen lighting up the screen in recurring roles on the hit drama series "Yellowstone," Paramount+'s "Mayor of Kingstown," and guest starring in season 11 of "Criminal Minds." In today's episode, Rob shares how talent and consistency go hand in hand to meet opportunity when it presents itself. He shares how genuine connections with mentor...

🎭 Join That One Audition Podcast for a deep dive into the actor's journey and the often-overlooked key to success: A PATHWAY TO SUCCESS. 🌟 Explore with Alyshia as she shares stories and tips on laying the groundwork for a career as an actor. This is Week One in a 10 week series of "when to ..." focus on training, get a team, get a publicist. These weeks we will take a deep dive in developing you...

At the age of 18, actor Carly Pope appeared as a series regular on The WB's hit series "Popular." Since then, she's gone on to earn nearly 100 film and television credits between the Vancouver and Los Angeles markets in hit projects including "Suits," "The Collector," "Pretty Little Liars," and "The Mental State." Throughout her successful career, Carly shares that she's struggled with the questio...

Briana Venskus started out on the other side of the camera working as a production assistant before transitioning into a successful on-screen career as an actor. Having spent five seasons on Marvel's "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." and four seasons on AMC's "The Walking Dead," Briana has learned what it takes to balance multiple recurring roles at the same time. Today, Briana shares how she is able to sh...

As a former karate competitor and semi-pro boxer, actor Isha Blaaker trains like an athlete in his craft. Although he may be the first featured guest on the podcast with less than 10 years of industry experience, Isha is a fast-rising star who can currently be seen in Ava DuVernay's latest feature film "Origin." Today, he breaks down how he folds accent work into character development and reminds...

Starting out with an interest in photography, actor Jessica Pohly says that both art forms allow us to catch a glimpse into the lives of others. Growing up in New York and after working extensively in theater, Jessica bought a round-trip ticket to LA where she stumbled upon a show at the comedy training program The Groundlings and never looked back. From drama to comedy, you've seen her in "Fargo,...

From the stage to the screen, Behzad Dabu has built a long-standing career as a working actor and acting coach. Appearing opposite Viola Davis in "How to Get Away with Murder," "The Chi," "The Good Place," and many more, Behzad has learned that above all, story comes first. With a BFA in Acting, he discusses the ways in which school can, and can't, prepare you for life as an actor. He emphasizes t...

🎭 Join That One Audition Podcast for a deep dive into the actor's journey and the often-overlooked key to success: RECOVERY. 🌟 Explore with Alyshia as she shares stories and tips on maintaining mental, emotional, and physical well-being in the competitive world of entertainment. 💪 Learn how recovery isn't just about bouncing back from setbacks but is a crucial part of an actor's mindset. Subscr...

Actor Vanessa Kai says that it was her years of experience on the stage that prepared her for the demands of a career in film and television. Known for her series regular role of Pei-Ling Zhang on the CW's "Kung Fu," Vanessa takes us through her process of script analysis step by step. She shares what led her to take a three-year hiatus from the industry, how she came to love one-line auditions, a...

In this special solo episode kicking off 2024, Alyshia expresses excitement about bringing new episodes this year and announces that the podcast is now available on YouTube for a visual experience. Reflecting on the past year, Alyshia shares insights on goal-setting, encourages actors to know their type, and suggests actionable steps to take control of their careers. Let's jump start the year with...