

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 3, 2024 • 1h 20min
Episode 115 – Professional vs. Hobbyist Pursuit - Alfonso (“Fonz”) Godinez
Former firefighter turned actor, Alfonso Godinez, discusses networking, handling doubts, and the differences between pursuing acting as a profession versus a hobby. The podcast explores financial sustainability, the importance of relationships in the industry, and the challenges actors face in Los Angeles. It also touches on career decisions, building a community, and ends with a playful dialogue and guest appreciation.

May 28, 2024 • 51min
114 - Booking with Makeup - Ashanta Morris
This week Audrey Moore talks to makeup artist/hair stylist Ashanta Morris! Ashanta has worked with the biggest stars, the best headshot photographers, and the biggest weddings. And now she's here to share tips for using makeup in auditions, how to handle difficult situations with the makeup department, and makeup for men. Sponsored by: Castability.Actor/SelfTapeMay - Free sides and Casting Director feedback! Self Tapes Here - Jeff Pride's Self Tape Service and Coaching! Carla Zuniga Hair - Carla Zuniga hairstylist for natural hair, wigs, and hair systems! 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 Dentist who lasers cold sores (Dr. Jim Formaker) 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 20, 2024 • 56min
113 - 24 Months of Self Tape May! - Zach DeNardi
This week Audrey Moore talks to actor Zach DeNardi! Zach has done at least 16 Self Tapes every month for the last 24 months! They talk what he's learned over those 400 self tapes including challenges, technical aspects, personal growth, self-awareness, finding your casting, and more! Sponsored by: Castability.Actor/SelfTapeMay - Free sides and Casting Director feedback! Self Tapes Here - Jeff Pride's Self Tape Service and Coaching! Dana Patrick Photography - Dana Patrick for headshots and publicity! 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: Austin Grant 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 13, 2024 • 60min
112 - Audition with STYLE!
Audrey Moore chats with Buckley Sampson about sustainable careers, success in commercials and TV/film, and styling tips for auditions. They discuss the impact of wardrobe choices on auditions, balancing acting and styling, crafting the perfect audition outfit, self-tape audition tactics, and the importance of work-life balance for actors.

May 6, 2024 • 1h 2min
111 - Self Tape May 2023 Winner! - Jo-Marie Lawrence
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 29, 2024 • 1h 3min
110 - Transformation: Fake Hair Don't Care - Raissa Patton
This week on the SEASON NINE PREMIERE(!), Audrey Moore talks to legendary hairstylist Raissa Patton. Raissa has worked on giant shows and movies like Key and Peele, Avengers Infinity War, and Guardians of the Galaxy 3. They discuss wigs and hair pieces for men and women, how to best communicate and collaborate with the hair department, and how to prepare for set. Sponsored by: Castability.Actor/SelfTapeMay - Free sides and Casting Director feedback! Self Tapes Here - Jeff Pride's Self Tape Service and Coaching! Carla Zuniga Hair - Audrey and Jesse's hairstylist and hair system expert! 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.

Nov 29, 2023 • 32min
Marked Explicit - Contract Discussion with Charlie Bodin
This week Audrey Moore talks with actor/contract negotiator Charlie Bodin to hopefully bring some history, clarification, and understanding about the recent negotiations.

Oct 10, 2023 • 26min
AI for Actors - Zeke Alton
This week Audrey Moore speaks with actor/SAG-AFTRA strike negotiator and Artificial Intelligence connoisseur Zeke Alton about AI including what we're negotiating over, how it may effect acting and the industry overall, how you can use AI to your advantage as an actor!

Sep 11, 2023 • 26min
Profits For All - Ron Ostrow
This week Audrey Moore speaks with actor/SAG-AFTRA strike negotiator Ron Ostrow.

Aug 7, 2023 • 1h 13min
Tipsy Casting episode crosspost - Jessica Sherman & Jenn Presser
This week Audrey Moore gets drunk on the Tipsy Casting Podcast with Jessica Sherman and Jenn Presser and they all talk openly about the current SAG-AFTRA strike. They touch on the difference between being a hobbyist vs. being a professional in the industry, transparency within the industry, and an explanation of what's at stake for the actors and what strategy SAG-AFTRA is currently employing.