

Audrey Helps Actors Podcast
Jesse Lumen
Audrey Helps Actors is exactly what it sounds like! Every episode Audrey invites someone from the business to chat about everything from advice for auditions and getting a new agent, to the nitty gritty of different theatrical markets and information about how you can better use your union.
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Jun 2, 2025 • 36min
131 - Levling Up - Elissa Croslin
This week is in the SEASON FINALE! Audrey Moore talks to actor Elissa Croslin about how to level up her acting career! They discuss mental health and confidence, audition and self tape strategies, what to do in slow times...and we have a big surprise for Elissa at the end! Sponsored by: Self Tapes Here - Jeff Pride's Self Tape Service and Coaching! Voice Coach Greg Saffel - One of Audrey's favorite voice teachers! Follow Elissa's self tape account here Please RATE THIS PODCAST! It really helps! www.RateThisPodcast.com/audrey Call in with listener questions (667) Actor-70 or (667) 228-6770 Host: Audrey Moore Producer and Editor: Jesse Lumen Mixer: Thomas Snodgrass Show Music: Ari de Niro Special thanks to Thomas Snodgrass for assistance with microphones, Aalok Mehta and 108 Hill for help with the theme song.

May 27, 2025 • 58min
130 - Listener Questions - Elizabeth Ho
This week Audrey Moore talks with actor/influencer Elizabeth Ho! Liz has been a series regular on many shows including Disjointed and Merry Happy Whatever, and she and Audrey are a genius comic duo. They answer all of your burning questions in an ALL LISTENER QUESTION episode, including casting changes, agent communication, and self-tape strategy for growth! Sponsored by: Casting Networks - CastingNetworks.com/Audrey PROMO CODE: Audrey65 Please RATE THIS PODCAST to feed the Review Baby! www.RateThisPodcast.com/audrey Call in with listener questions (667) Actor-70 or (667) 228-6770 Links: SAG-AFTRA residual Tracker App Nigel Beauty Emporium Host: Audrey Moore Producer: Jesse Lumen Editor: Matthew Patrick Davis Mixer: Thomas Snodgrass Show Music: Ari de Niro Special thanks to Thomas Snodgrass for assistance with microphones, Aalok Mehta and 108 Hill for help with the theme song.

May 25, 2025 • 57min
129 - Doing it All - Adam "Shappy Shaps" Shapiro
Adam Shapiro, a multi-talented actor known for roles in *The Bear* and *Never Have I Ever*, shares his journey from theater to film while juggling family life and his pretzel business. He reveals secrets to thriving on social media and emphasizes the importance of authenticity and mindset during auditions. Shapiro encourages celebrating small victories and maintaining a positive outlook in an unpredictable industry. His insights on balancing multiple creative endeavors inspire actors to view their careers as evolving adventures.

May 12, 2025 • 57min
128 - Replenish - Jason Mimms
This week Audrey Moore talks to actor Jason Mimms about the mindset it takes to be a professional actor, the phases of an acting career, and how giving back can help you regain your passion. Sponsored by: Casting Networks - CastingNetworks.com/Audrey PROMO CODE: Audrey65 Links: Kids in the Spotlight Website Miata Edoga - Abundance Bound - Financial Education Entertainment Community Fund Please RATE THIS PODCAST! It really helps! www.RateThisPodcast.com/audrey Call in with listener questions (667) Actor-70 or (667) 228-6770 Host: Audrey Moore Producer and Editor: Jesse Lumen Mixer: Thomas Snodgrass Show Music: Ari de Niro Special thanks to Thomas Snodgrass for assistance with microphones, Aalok Mehta and 108 Hill for help with the theme song.

May 5, 2025 • 54min
127 - Passion Meets Practicality - Sarah Gardner Antista
This week Audrey Moore talks to Actress Sarah Gardner Antista about finding joy and creativity in the business side of acting, looking at acting like a marriage, and how to maintain passion in this career. And we have a special surprise for Sarah! Sponsored by: Casting Networks - CastingNetworks.com/Audrey PROMO CODE: Audrey65 Please RATE THIS PODCAST! It really helps! www.RateThisPodcast.com/audrey Call in with listener questions (667) Actor-70 or (667) 228-6770 Host: Audrey Moore Producer and Editor: Jesse Lumen Mixer: Thomas Snodgrass Show Music: Ari de Niro Special thanks to Thomas Snodgrass for assistance with microphones, Aalok Mehta and 108 Hill for help with the theme song.

Apr 28, 2025 • 54min
126 - Showing Up 4 Youself - Natalie Keezer
This week is the SEASON TEN PREMIERE! Audrey Moore talks to Actress Natalie Keezer about moving to a different market, managing burnout, how to watch your own self tape performance objectively, and their Self Tape May experiences, tops, and tricks. Sponsored by: Self Tapes Here - Jeff Pride's Self Tape Service and Coaching! Voice Coach Greg Saffel - One of Audrey's favorite voice teachers! Follow Natalie Keezer's self tape account here Please RATE THIS PODCAST! It really helps! www.RateThisPodcast.com/audrey Call in with listener questions (667) Actor-70 or (667) 228-6770 Host: Audrey Moore Producer and Editor: Jesse Lumen Mixer: Thomas Snodgrass Show Music: Ari de Niro Special thanks to Thomas Snodgrass for assistance with microphones, Aalok Mehta and 108 Hill for help with the theme song.

Apr 21, 2025 • 1h 23min
Refresher Episode - 085 - Self Tape May 2021 WINNER - Rosie Rodriguez
This is a refresher episode. New episodes begin Airing NEXT MONDAY! Meetup info Sunday, 4/27/2025 11AM - 2PM Topanga Social 6600 Topanga Canyon Blvd, 91303 --------- This week Audrey Moore talks with actress/artist Rosie Rodriguez about winning last year's Self Tape May, which has directly lead to getting new agents and her first two co-stars! Congratulations Rosie!! Sign up for Self Tape May at: www.SelfTapeMay.com There you will find free resources, a leaderboard, and a chance to win a $1,000 prize package! Self Tape May Sponsors: WeAudition Promo Code: SelfTapeMay Castability Download the app for 20 free sides! Casting Networks Promo Code: Audrey Links: Rosie's Etsy Terminal Lucidity Vincent Price Please RATE THIS PODCAST. It's very helpful to us. Thank you! Credits: Host: Audrey Moore Produced and edited by Jesse Lumen Mixed by Thomas Snodgrass Show music by Ari de Niro Special thanks to Thomas Snodgrass for assistance with microphones, Aalok Mehta and 108 Hill for help with the theme song. Other music and sound fx provided by Audio 4 Video, AR Sound, Sound Effects Public Domain, Ross Bugden and SFX and GFX.

Apr 14, 2025 • 1h 7min
Refresher Episode - 097 - Self Tape May 2022 Winner! - Kat Kim
This is a refresher episode from 2022. New episodes coming at the end of April! This week Audrey Moore talks with Self Tape May 2022 winner Kat Kim! They discuss how she used Self Tape May to level up, how to enjoy self tapes, and some acting and performance hacks you can use during your own self tapes! Sponsored by Casting Networks: Go to CastingNetworks.com/Audrey for $60 off a premium annual membership! Please RATE THIS PODCAST to feed the Review Baby! www.RateThisPodcast.com/audrey Call in with listener questions or strike stories (667) Actor-70 or (667) 228-6770 Host: Audrey Moore Producer: Jesse Lumen Editor: Taylor Martorana Mixer: Thomas Snodgrass Show Music: Ari de Niro Special thanks to Thomas Snodgrass for assistance with microphones, Aalok Mehta and 108 Hill for help with the theme song, and Matthew Patrick Davis for as The Mother of Review Baby.

Apr 11, 2025 • 1h 4min
Refresher Episode - 111 - Self Tape May 2023 Winner! - Jo-Marie Lawrence
This is a refresher episode from last season. New episodes coming at the end of April! This week Audrey Moore talks to the 2023 Winner of Self Tape May, Jo-Marie Lawrence. Jo-Marie is an actor who you may have seen in on e of her many commercials including Target, Meta, and Indeed. They talk about Self Tape May strategies, how to advocate for yourself with production and your reps, and how awesome the Self Tape May prizes are! Sponsored by: Castability.Actor/SelfTapeMay - Free sides and Casting Director feedback! Self Tapes Here - Jeff Pride's Self Tape Service and Coaching! Greg Safel Voice Teacher - Audrey has trained with Greg for multiple roles through singinglessonslosangeles.com! Please RATE THIS PODCAST to feed the Review Baby! www.RateThisPodcast.com/audrey Call in with listener questions (667) Actor-70 or (667) 228-6770 Host: Audrey Moore Producer: Jesse Lumen Editor: Matthew Patrick Davis Mixer: Thomas Snodgrass Show Music: Ari de Niro Special thanks to Thomas Snodgrass for assistance with microphones, Aalok Mehta and 108 Hill for help with the theme song.

Apr 4, 2025 • 17min
Casting Networks How We Role Podcast Sample
New episodes of Audrey Helps Actors coming SOON! For now, here is an exerpt from Casting Networks' "How We Role" podcast. Hear the whole thing here.