Tipsy Casting

Jess and Jenn host their first ever listener Question and Answer episode! We have a new feature on the Tipsy Casting Spotify profile where you can leave us a voicemail. Make sure to continue to leave us messages and we'll do another episode in the near future to continue answering all your questions! Please remember to rate, review and share this podcasts with all your friends! We love reading...

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Sarah Boyd is an Emmy-nominated editor turned director. Most recently, Sarah shot an episode of the Showtime series adaptation of LET THE RIGHT ONE IN, and a block of episodes for the sci-fi comedy UPLOAD (Amazon). Her critically acclaimed, fan-favorite episode from Season Two of THE BOYS (Amazon), "The Bloody Doors Off", was submitted for Emmy consideration by Amazon and was called a to...

Sam Hargrave has established himself as a filmmaker of note, known for deftly incorporating a blend of unique, intuitive, and character driven action into both his work in film and television. Hargrave made his feature directorial debut with the edge-of-your-seat thriller, EXTRACTION, produced by the Russo Brothers, and written by Joe Russo. Netflix released the film globally in April 2020, and it...

In Part 1 of this 3-Part series on Tipsy Casting, Jess and Jenn are breaking down the casting life. They are opening the curtain on all things Casting Director related, and inviting their listeners in to learn more about the casting process within the ins and outs of the industry. In this episode, they discuss the relationships between Casting Directors and Directors, cultivating a decades-long re...

Jess and Jenn host Charlene and Claire in person, for the first time! In a two part series, this foursome dive into a bottle of gin and the intricacies of the struggles and triumphs of building a career in casting. PART 2! Charlene Lee graduated from Colorado College with a B.A. in English & Film Studies. Her extensive experience in television and features have taken her all over the world, in...

Jess and Jenn host Charlene and Claire in person, for the first time! In a two part series, this foursome dive into a bottle of gin and the intricacies of the struggles and triumphs of building a career in casting. Charlene Lee graduated from Colorado College with a B.A. in English & Film Studies. Her extensive experience in television and features have taken her all over the world, including...

Mike Box Elder is a Los Angeles based actor originally from Minnesota. You've maybe seen him in a commercial or two, but probably didn't realize it. He once donned a pigeon suit for Vitamin Water. He conspired with a couple dogs and used a drone to take off with a couple's Togo's subs. He buzzed his head for Dollar Shave Club. He also hosts the Box Angeles podcast where he interviews entertainment...

Neal Bledsoe is an actor, writer, and journalist from Seattle. He is perhaps best known for his work on the small screen, including Shameless, Man In The High Castle, Ugly Betty, Smash, The Mysteries of Laura, and many more, including the odd turn as a Hallmark prince. On the big screen, he has appeared in a few blink-and-you-miss-them-types of roles in major studio films and received several awar...

Audrey Moore is an actress living and working in Los Angeles. She can be seen in leading and recurring roles on many tv shows including Better Call Saul, Dopesick, Godless, Dirty John, and many more. She is also the host of the popular podcast, Audrey Helps Actors Podcast !  A trusted source in the community, Audrey Moore joins Jess and Jenn to talk openly about the current SAG-AFTRA strike which...

Amanda Lenker Doyle is an award winning Casting Director and a self proclaimed treasure hunter. Obsessed with all things shimmery and bright, she has dedicated her life to the hunt for gems, jewels…and actors.  Amanda has been working in film and television casting for over 17 years. In 2022, her short film PLEASE HOLD was nominated for an Academy Award in the Live Action Short Film category! Some...

Danielle Macdonald was born and raised in Sydney, Australia. At the age of 18, she moved to Los Angeles to pursue acting full-time. Audiences know Danielle for her breakout role as ‘Patti’ in Fox Searchlight’s PATTI CAKE$as well as the title character opposite Jennifer Aniston in DUMPLIN’. She also stars in the romantic comedy FALLING FOR FIGARO from director Ben Lewin which premiered at the Toron...

Joe Towne is a Los Angeles based performer, award-winning writer, director, and teacher. For 20 years, he's coached business professionals, athletes, and actors - some of whom are selling that product you just bought or starring in that movie you Netflixed last night. As an actor, Joe has worked with Jennifer Love Hewitt, Hilary Swank, Rebel Wilson, and he most recently starred as the lead in...

Sarah Shahi is an American actress and former model and Dallas Cowboy Cheerleader. You have seen her starring in series like Alias, The L Word, Fairly Legal , Person of Interest and the Rookie . Most recently, Sarah can be seen starring in the Netflix series "Sex/Life", as the female lead in the DC tent-pole film Black Adam and the highly anticipated Amazon adaptation Red, White, and Roy...

In this episode, Jess and Jenn discuss their wine of the week and the Pay for Self Tapes campaign as the main topic. They explain the origin of the #auditionsarework movement, which is mainly based on a clause in the SAG-AFTRA contract that requires paid auditions. As Casting Directors, they act as messengers from the higher-ups at studios and production companies, giving them a unique insight int...

Peter Lawson is a seasoned entertainment industry professional who has collaborated with some of the biggest names in directing, producing, and acting. He worked with our very own Jenn Presser on the film  "ALICE" starring Keke Palmer and Common.  Lawson got his start with First Look Pictures, Miramax Films, and The Weinstein Company, and has worked on several high-profile films, includi...

In this episode, Jess and Jenn explore the ins and outs of casting's relationship with producers. They share compelling personal anecdotes of producers who had their back during the casting process, as well as ways that producers could have been a bigger ally to Casting Directors in pre-production. They also give their advice on what aspiring Casting Directors should include in their contracts...

Jenn recently attended the Cannes Film Festival for the first time and has plenty to share about her experience. Jess also opens up about her own festival experiences, and the two discuss all the different ways to approach festivals — including networking, pitching projects, attending panels, and connecting with fellow filmmakers. They explore the importance of forming connections with industry pr...

Eleanor "Elle" Cairns is a Talent Manager/Agent at 42 Management & Production, a fully integrated management and production company with offices in London and Los Angeles. The company produces film, television, and content, and represents actors, writers, directors, comedians, presenters, producers, casting directors, and media book rights. In this sit down with Jess and Jenn, Elle d...

Welcome to Tipsy Casting, the podcast where we take our drinks seriously and our life in casting even more seriously. Unfortunately, we don't have a full episode for you today due to some scheduling conflicts (what, with Jenn being at the Cannes Film Festival for the first time and all), but we promise to be back soon with more exciting content. In the meantime, we want to hear from you! Do yo...

In Part 2 of this 3-Part series on Tipsy Casting, Jess and Jenn are breaking down the casting life. In this episode, they sit down with Manager Louise Keshaviah worked with Gersh as a talent agent for 10 years and moved to Echo Lake Entertainment where she is now a manager. With her cup of coffee in hand, Louise sits down with Jenn and Jess to learn about why she made the decision to be work on th...

You may know Brigitte Muñoz Liebowitz from her work on People of Earth, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Cigarette Candy, Abby's, Diary of a Future President, and One Day at a Time. A prolific writer, producer, and showrunner, Brigitte joins Jess and Jenn to talk openly about the current Writer's Guild of America strike, which started at 12:01 am on May 2nd, 2023. They touch on what Brigitte feels are...

In Part 1 of this 3-Part series on Tipsy Casting, Jess and Jenn are breaking down the casting life. They are opening the curtain on all things Casting Director related, and inviting their listeners in to learn more about the casting process within the ins and outs of the industry. In this episode, they discuss the relationships between Casting Directors and agents or managers, cultivating a decade...

Christopher Chung is an Australian native who relocated to the United Kingdom in early 2012. He has worked in theatre, film and TV, alongside institutions such as the National Theatre, Shakespeare's Globe, and various stages on the West End. From Heathers the Musical on the stage, to Horizon Forbidden West in voice over, to Slow Horses on your Apple TV+ screen, Christopher is a prolific workin...

Jess and Jenn sit down with their wine of the week in hand to dissect everything that is going on in the casting community. The recent controversy with self-tapes and Casting Directors has caused an industry upheaval, affecting Casting Directors both small and large. With so many projects going to the same select high-volume casting offices, they tackle the issue of qualifying for health insurance...