That One Audition with Alyshia Ochse

Known for his starring role as Mike Ross in USA's hit legal drama "Suits," actor Patrick Adams continues to explore and embrace the changing phases of his career. He shares lessons learned about maintaining stamina from one season to the next, what it was like coming back to auditioning after 7 years as a series regular, and how his approach to the craft has changed in recent years. These are the unforgettable stories that landed Patrick Adams right here. Credits:  Suits Plan B The Swearing Jar A League of Their Own Sneaky Pete The Right Stuff Rosemary's Baby Luck Pretty Little Liars Flashforward Friday Night Lights Old School Resources GUEST LINKS: IMDB: Patrick J. Adams WEBSITE: CreativeDreamWork.com INSTAGRAM: @halfadams THAT ONE AUDITION'S LINKS: For exclusive content surrounding this and all podcast episodes, sign up for our amazing newsletter at AlyshiaOchse.com. And don't forget to snap and post a photo while listening to the show and tag me: @alyshiaochse & @thatoneaudition TNTT ACTING MEMBERSHIP: The Bridge for Actors CONSULTING: Get 1-on-1 advice for your acting career from Alyshia Ochse COACHING: Get personalized coaching from Alyshia on your next audition or role INSTAGRAM: @alyshiaochse INSTAGRAM: @thatoneaudition WEBSITE: AlyshiaOchse.com ITUNES: Subscribe to That One Audition on iTunes SPOTIFY: Subscribe to That One Audition on Spotify STITCHER: Subscribe to That One Audition on Stitcher EPISODE CREDITS: WRITER: Erin McCluskey WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings ASSISTANT: Elle Powell SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri

Working her way up from an assistant to casting associate to an Emmy-nominated casting director, Jamie Castro has cast numerous film and television projects including "Inventing Anna," "Scandal," "Grey's Anatomy," "Station 19" and more. In today's episode, we cover reasons why an actor might get recast, who usually writes the character breakdowns, and how actors can politely and professionally start to turn down co-star roles when they feel they're ready to level up to guest stars. As a coach, Jamie knows what makes a strong audition. Offering examples, she shares what it was like watching stars Kerry Washington and Katie Lowes audition for "Scandal" and what made their performances so memorable. Credits:  Inventing Anna Grey's Anatomy How to Get Away with Murder Station 19 Scandal Private Practice Friday Night Lights The Bucket List Angels & Demons The Catch The Kingdom Frost/Nixon Resources GUEST LINKS: IMDB: Jamie Castro WEBSITE: CastroCasting.com WEBSITE: Co-Star Power Hour WEBSITE: Actors Collab INSTAGRAM: @jamiecastro_casting THAT ONE AUDITION'S LINKS: For exclusive content surrounding this and all podcast episodes, sign up for our amazing newsletter at AlyshiaOchse.com. And don't forget to snap and post a photo while listening to the show and tag me: @alyshiaochse & @thatoneaudition TNTT ACTING MEMBERSHIP: The Bridge for Actors CONSULTING: Get 1-on-1 advice for your acting career from Alyshia Ochse COACHING: Get personalized coaching from Alyshia on your next audition or role INSTAGRAM: @alyshiaochse INSTAGRAM: @thatoneaudition WEBSITE: AlyshiaOchse.com ITUNES: Subscribe to That One Audition on iTunes SPOTIFY: Subscribe to That One Audition on Spotify STITCHER: Subscribe to That One Audition on Stitcher EPISODE CREDITS: WRITER: Erin McCluskey WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings ASSISTANT: Elle Powell SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri

Casting directors Ross Lacy and Alyson Horn discuss how to ace commercial auditions, utilizing improv, the importance of authentic headshots, working with experienced and inexperienced actors, sag vs. non-union work, standing out as an actor, career transitions, and commercial classes.

In this podcast episode, Alyshia and Anna LaMadrid, co-founders of The Bridge for Actors, discuss the end of a strike and the subsequent reflections on community perseverance. They explore the impact of the pause in their lives, emphasizing the need for actors to invest in their business aspects beyond just honing their craft. The conversation touches on the changing landscape of auditions, with an emphasis on the continued importance of self-tapes. They highlight the value of community support, reflective growth, and upcoming initiatives to help actors assess and improve their self-taping skills THE BRIDGE FOR ACTORS COURSES: The Bridge for Actors THE BRIDGE FOR ACTORS: The Practice Membership PUT ME ON SELF TAPE: BOOK A SESSION JOIN MAILING LIST: Alyshia Free Self-Tape Time CONSULTING: Get 1-on-1 advice for your acting career from Alyshia Ochse COACHING: Get personalized coaching from Alyshia on your next audition or role INSTAGRAM: @alyshiaochse INSTAGRAM: @thatoneaudition WEBSITE: AlyshiaOchse.com ITUNES: Subscribe to That One Audition on iTunes SPOTIFY: Subscribe to That One Audition on Spotify STITCHER: Subscribe to That One Audition on Stitcher

From "Cold Case" to "Powerless," "Invitation to a Murder," "Roswell," and many more, casting director Michael Testa has cast more than 80 films and well over 300 episodes of television. He has no shortage of audition tales to share, including stories of some of today's biggest stars when they were just starting out. In today's episode, Michael shares how to avoid the traps of emotional material, the role that casting plays in production budgets, and the importance of knowing what colors work for you in a self-tape. Credits:  Cold Case Roswell Powerless Invitation to a Murder A Nashville Country Christmas Glass Jaw A Deadly Adoption Falling Inn Love Stitchers Make It or Break It Dr. Vegas Ringer The River Why THAT ONE AUDITION'S LINKS: For exclusive content surrounding this and all podcast episodes, sign up for our amazing newsletter at AlyshiaOchse.com. And don't forget to snap and post a photo while listening to the show and tag me: @alyshiaochse & @thatoneaudition TNTT ACTING MEMBERSHIP: The New Triple Threat Membership CONSULTING: Get 1-on-1 advice for your acting career from Alyshia Ochse COACHING: Get personalized coaching from Alyshia on your next audition or role INSTAGRAM: @alyshiaochse INSTAGRAM: @thatoneaudition WEBSITE: AlyshiaOchse.com ITUNES: Subscribe to That One Audition on iTunes SPOTIFY: Subscribe to That One Audition on Spotify STITCHER: Subscribe to That One Audition on Stitcher EPISODE CREDITS: WRITER: Erin McCluskey WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings ASSISTANT: Elle Powell SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri 

Todays Wednesday Wisdom addresses pressure for perfection in auditions and the lies that certain people are perpetuating about self-tapes in the entertainment industry. Alyshia emphasizes the value of embracing "happy mistakes" and authenticity. Alyshia encourages actors to view auditions as part of a creative journey and not seek short-term gimmicks OR people that are selling "bookings" if you take their course. The focus should be on continuous practice, setting goals, and having fun - it's the journey to being a WORKING ACTOR. Make sure to subscribe to That One Audition. Spread the word, tell a friend and shoutout us out on Instagram. THAT ONE AUDITION'S LINKS: For exclusive content surrounding this and all podcast episodes, sign up for our amazing newsletter at AlyshiaOchse.com. And don't forget to snap and post a photo while listening to the show and tag me: @alyshiaochse & @thatoneaudition TNTT ACTING MEMBERSHIP: The Bridge for Actors CONSULTING: Get 1-on-1 advice for your acting career from Alyshia Ochse COACHING: Get personalized coaching from Alyshia on your next audition or role INSTAGRAM: @alyshiaochse INSTAGRAM: @thatoneaudition WEBSITE: AlyshiaOchse.com ITUNES: Subscribe to That One Audition on iTunes SPOTIFY: Subscribe to That One Audition on Spotify STITCHER: Subscribe to That One Audition on Stitcher EPISODE CREDITS: WRITER: Erin McCluskey WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings ASSISTANT: Elle Powell SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri

With over 90 titles to her name, Emmy award-winning casting director Julie Schubert has cast some of the most widely acclaimed films and television series in the business. From "House of Cards" to "The Diplomat," "Manifest," "The Punisher," "Mindhunter," "The Devil Wears Prada" and many more, Julie is highly sought after for her keen eye and knowledgable insight. Starting out as an associate working for some of the biggest casting directors in the industry, Julie shares what she's learned over the years about what makes a stellar audition, forming relationships with agents, what actors should try asking for in negotiations, and how to get into the casting business. CREDITS:  House of Cards The Diplomat| Manifest Jessica Jones The Punisher Daredevil Luke Cage Mindhunter The Departed The Devil Wears Prada Confessions of a Shopaholic GUEST LINKS: IMDB: Julie Schubert INSTAGRAM: @julieschubertcasting THAT ONE AUDITION'S LINKS: For exclusive content surrounding this and all podcast episodes, sign up for our amazing newsletter at AlyshiaOchse.com. And don't forget to snap and post a photo while listening to the show and tag me: @alyshiaochse & @thatoneaudition TNTT ACTING MEMBERSHIP: The Bridge for Actors CONSULTING: Get 1-on-1 advice for your acting career from Alyshia Ochse COACHING: Get personalized coaching from Alyshia on your next audition or role INSTAGRAM: @alyshiaochse INSTAGRAM: @thatoneaudition WEBSITE: AlyshiaOchse.com ITUNES: Subscribe to That One Audition on iTunes SPOTIFY: Subscribe to That One Audition on Spotify STITCHER: Subscribe to That One Audition on Stitcher EPISODE CREDITS: WRITER: Erin McCluskey WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings ASSISTANT: Elle Powell SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri

With decades of experience in the commercial casting world, Ryan Bernstein of RMB Casting has cast uniquely cinematic commercials for huge brands including Apple, Geico, AT&T, Best Buy, Progressive, Snickers and much more. Receiving thousands of actor submissions per job, Ryan shares how actors can get on his radar and why he's returned to in-person auditions only. He explains how to use improv wisely in an audition and answers the commonly asked question - how many of those character headshots do you actually need? GUEST LINKS: IMDB: Ryan Bernstein WEBSITE: RMBCasting.com INSTAGRAM: @rmbcasting THAT ONE AUDITION'S LINKS: For exclusive content surrounding this and all podcast episodes, sign up for our amazing newsletter at AlyshiaOchse.com. And don't forget to snap and post a photo while listening to the show and tag me: @alyshiaochse & @thatoneaudition TNTT ACTING MEMBERSHIP: The Bridge for Actors CONSULTING: Get 1-on-1 advice for your acting career from Alyshia Ochse COACHING: Get personalized coaching from Alyshia on your next audition or role INSTAGRAM: @alyshiaochse INSTAGRAM: @thatoneaudition WEBSITE: AlyshiaOchse.com ITUNES: Subscribe to That One Audition on iTunes SPOTIFY: Subscribe to That One Audition on Spotify STITCHER: Subscribe to That One Audition on Stitcher EPISODE CREDITS: HOST/PRODUCER: Alyshia Ochse WRITER: Erin McCluskey OUTREACH: Elle Powell WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings SOCIAL: Imani Love

In today’s episode we’re chatting with Ben Barnes. This British actor (and skilled musician) has charmed audiences as the heroic prince in The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian and surprised them as the enigmatic Logan Delos in HBO’s science fiction thriller Westworld. His love for storytelling began early: on stage performing with the National Youth Music Theatre. Since then his career has told the story of an artist who possesses true grit, a love for craft, and a desire to explore whatever he hasn’t done. He shares how blind persistence landed him his first agent, and how a secret injury helped him create one of his most recognizable roles. For Ben, perspective and perseverance is key. Moving through the peaks and valleys of this industry requires trusting what you have to offer and choosing to be empowered regardless of circumstance. And that’s exactly what Ben continues to do. His work includes an array of diverse film and TV credits such as Easy Virtue, By The Gun, Seventh Son, Big Wedding, Sons of Liberty, The Punisher, Gold Digger and a lead role on Netflix’s soon to be series Shadow and Bone. THAT ONE AUDITION'S LINKS: TNTT ACTING MEMBERSHIP: The New Triple Threat Membership CONSULTING: Get 1-on-1 advice for your acting career from Alyshia Ochse COACHING: Get personalized coaching from Alyshia on your next audition or role INSTAGRAM: @alyshiaochse INSTAGRAM: @thatoneaudition WEBSITE: AlyshiaOchse.com ITUNES: Subscribe to That One Audition on iTunes SPOTIFY: Subscribe to That One Audition on Spotify STITCHER: Subscribe to That One Audition on Stitcher CREDITS: Host/Producer: Alyshia Ochse WRITER: Andrew Christopher OUTREACH: Elle Powell WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings SOCIAL: Imani Love

Erin Cahill’s acting career launched in 2001 when she was cast as Jen, the Pink Ranger in the series POWER RANGERS: TIME FORCE. Since then, she has starred in regular and recurring roles on ABC’s RED WIDOW, TNT’s SAVING GRACE and FOX’s FREERIDE. She has over 30 guest-star credits including ANGEL FROM HELL, BONES, NCIS: LOS ANGELES, HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER, SLEEPY HOLLOW, BODY OF PROOF, CHUCK, LAW & ORDER: LOS ANGELES, THE MENTALIST, MONK, CSI: NY, SUPERNATURAL and GREY’S ANATOMY. Erin has starred in numerous leading roles in studio features such as Netflix’s THE WATCHER, Hallmark’s SLEIGH BELLS RING, the second and third installments of Disney’s BEVERLY HILLS CHIHUAHUA franchise and SONY’s BOOGEYMAN 3. She has also starred in the independent films, IT SNOWS ALL THE TIME, WINGMAN INC., and this year’s CUT TO THE CHASE for which she won Best Supporting Actress at The Northeast Film Festival. Erin is also an ardent philanthropist, and contributes her time and resources to many worthy causes. Her current passion project is raising funds with her husband to build schools for underprivileged children in Nepal and Malawi in affiliation with the prestigious buildOn Organization. Currently Erin recurs on this season of Freeform’s STITCHERS and has three features slated for summer release, including Sony’s animated RESIDENT EVIL VENDETTA. THAT ONE AUDITION'S LINKS: TNTT ACTING MEMBERSHIP: The New Triple Threat Membership PATREON: @thatoneaudition CONSULTING: Get 1-on-1 advice for your acting career from Alyshia Ochse COACHING: Get personalized coaching from Alyshia on your next audition or role INSTAGRAM: @alyshiaochse INSTAGRAM: @thatoneaudition WEBSITE: AlyshiaOchse.com ITUNES: Subscribe to That One Audition on iTunes SPOTIFY: Subscribe to That One Audition on Spotify STITCHER: Subscribe to That One Audition on Stitcher CREDITS: Host/Producer: Alyshia Ochse WRITER: Andrew OUTREACH: Elle Powell WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings SOCIAL: Imani Love