The New Players: My Booking Story

Samantha Cochrane joins  My Booking Story  to talk about booking  The Cure  and  Perfect Girl , transitioning from dance into acting, and how learning new things helps her stay fresh as an artist. We also discuss women supporting women, creative growth, and trusting the evolution of your career. #MyBookingStory #SamanthaCochrane #TheCure #PerfectGirl #ActorPodcast #ActingPodcast #ActorInterview #W...

Samantha Cochrane joins  My Booking Story  to talk about booking  The Cure  and  Perfect Girl , transitioning from dance into acting, and how learning new things helps her stay fresh as an artist. We also discuss women supporting women, creative growth, and trusting the evolution of your career. #MyBookingStory #SamanthaCochrane #TheCure #PerfectGirl #ActorPodcast #ActingPodcast #ActorInterview #W...

In this episode of  My Booking Story , actor Cassandra Potenza joins us to talk about her journey booking  Clown in a Cornfield , the importance of remembering what made you fall in love with acting in the first place, and how she continues to stay sharp between roles. Cassandra shares insight into the mindset, preparation, and creative discipline that help her keep growing as an actor — even in t...

In this episode, Sam Brooks shares how he booked a role by taping himself as his own twin—and why creativity is one of the most powerful tools an actor can use. We also talk about how he got the acting bug, the realities of building a career, and the mindset shifts that help actors stand out. If you’re an actor (or creative) looking for a fresh perspective on booking work, this episode is for you....

In this episode, we sit down with the incredibly talented Jewel Staite for a candid and deeply honest conversation about the realities of building a lasting career in this industry. Best known for her work on Firefly and Family Law, Jewel shares the behind-the-scenes story of booking  Family Law —and the emotional toll of waiting months to find out if she got the role. What seemed like a promising...

This week on My Booking Story, we sit down with the incredible Nathalie Boltt, best known for playing the iconic Penelope Blossom on Riverdale. Nathalie shares the story behind booking Riverdale and how her journey in the industry didn’t follow a traditional path. From navigating unexpected twists in her career to embracing new creative outlets, she opens up about the resilience it takes to keep g...

In this episode of The New Players Podcast , Tyler Tomás Perez shares the story behind booking Abbott Elementary after delivering a standout audition that took a bold creative risk rooted in his personal understanding of the character. Tyler and Jordan dive into when and when not to step outside the box and how thoughtful choices can make an audition unforgettable, They also discuss why staying sh...

This week on  My Booking Story , we sit down with actress and producer  Brenna D’Amico  to talk about the booking that changed her life — landing Disney’s  Descendants  — and what happened after the fairy tale moment. We dive into: ✨ The real story behind booking  Descendants ✨ What no one tells you about the “after” of a major franchise ✨ Navigating dry spells and rejection in Hollywood ✨ The...

In this episode of  My Booking Story , we sit down with RaeAnne Boon to talk about landing the role of Dawn on  School Spirits  and the journey that started with her very first audition. ✨ RaeAnne shares what it felt like stepping into the audition room for the first time, how she built confidence over time, and why she believes making bold, specific choices is what truly makes casting pay attent...

Jasmine opens up about landing her role on  Percy Jackson and the Olympians , the long stretch of “almost bookings” that came before it, and how those close calls quietly shape your confidence, craft, and resilience. Together, they unpack the emotional whiplash of being  so close  over and over again, staying motivated when momentum feels invisible, and the mindset shift that helped Jasmine find h...

What if your very first audition changed everything? In this episode of My Booking Story, we sit down with Birdy from Stranger Things to talk about landing a role on one of the biggest shows in the world—right out of the gate. She breaks down the audition process, what it really felt like to book that job, and why having something to look forward to can be the most powerful tool in an actor’s care...

In this episode of  The New Players Podcast: My Booking Story , Jinjara chats with  Keana Marie  about her journey into acting, booking  Guns Up , the lessons hidden in almost bookings, and why letting go has become a crucial part of her process.

In this episode of The New Players Podcast: My Booking Story, Jordan chats with his Riverdale Co-star Hayley Law about the audition that booked her Netflix's Altered Carbon, how she finds confidence and keeping faith in the process.

Miles Marthaller, known for playing the young Will Byers on Stranger Things 5, tells us how he landed the role, what he does to keep auditions fun and with his favorite thing about acting.

Actor and producer  Jordan Claire Robbins  ( The Umbrella Academy ) joins  My Booking Story  for an honest conversation about surrender, timing, and faith in the unknown. Jordan shares a powerful moment from her journey — walking alone in the rain one night feeling lost, discouraged, and unsure if an acting breakthrough would ever come. By the next morning, she woke up to the call that changed eve...

In this episode of  My Booking Story , we sit down with Ginny and Georgia's Humberly González—an actor whose career is a testament to trusting the process, honoring the quiet seasons, and showing casting exactly what they need to see. Humberly opens up about how  “no” doesn’t always mean no , the surprising story behind her  very first audition ever , and the powerful lessons she’s learned about t...

On today’s episode of  My Booking Story ,  Jordan Connor  shares the real story behind booking  Sweet Pea on  Riverdale and the surprising moment that set him on the path to becoming an actor. Jordan reflects on his audition journey, the challenges leading up to the role, and the heartfelt advice he received from  Luke Perry , which continues to guide him today. He also offers grounded insights on...

Natalie Sharp (  My Life with The Walter Boys  ) joins The New Players Podcast: My Booking Story  for a conversation full of timing, heart, and encouragement. Natalie shares how the timing lined up for her  Walter Boys  audition, the sweet alignment around her dog Walter, her very first audition ever, and her belief that  what’s meant for you will always find you . She also offers her empowering m...

This week’s guest is an incredible actor — and a dear friend of The New Players — Natasha Calis. You might know Natasha from The Possession , The Firm , Nurses , and her current series SkyMed , streaming now on Paramount+. We're talking with Natasha about the callback that landed her the lead on SkyMed , her approach to auditions, and how she brings authenticity to every role she takes on.