Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard Allison Jones (Award-Winning Casting Director)
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Dec 18, 2024 Allison Jones, an Emmy Award-winning casting director known for 'Freaks and Geeks' and 'The Office,' shares her unique insights into the casting world. She reminisces about her first job on 'Family Ties' and the surprising ages of 'The Golden Girls' cast. Highlighting her career, she recalls meeting Quincy Jones during 'Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.' Allison reveals the biggest mistake actors make during auditions and the challenges of casting the iconic McLovin role. She humorously compares the thrill of stunts to the nerve-wracking world of stand-up comedy.
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Monica Padman's Career Path
- Dax Shepard recognized Monica Padman's intelligence early on, leading to her involvement in his podcast.
- Padman transitioned from babysitting for Shepard and Kristen Bell to working with Bell and eventually becoming a full-time podcast producer.
Casting Director's Nervousness
- Allison Jones, despite years of experience, still gets nervous when actors audition, especially in final rounds.
- Her nervousness stems from wanting both the actors and the people who hired her to succeed.
California Dreamin'
- Allison Jones was drawn to California by the portrayal of its culture in TV shows like "Gidget".
- Initially, her parents forbade her move, so she attended university in New Hampshire before transferring to Pomona College in California.
