Today, I welcome Malin Akerman into the hot seat. Not only has this fearless beauty starred in countless blockbuster films like WATCHMEN, 27 DRESSES, and RAMPAGE, she also has explored- and conquered- the indie film world and is now producing her own content. But how did this modern-day movie star really get her start? In this episode, we pull back the curtain on what it’s like to go from- within a year- being broke and sleeping on a futon while fronting a rock band, to booking a series regular role on HBO’s The Comeback. Find out how she handled being asked to improvise on the spot in a chemistry read with Ben Stiller (for the lead in the Farrelly Brother’s THE HEARTBREAK KID) and her fight to be considered for deeper, more nuanced roles like Annie, a woman with alopecia in HAPPY THANK YOU MORE PLEASE and Lara, a strong mother amidst the chaos in HBO’s BILLIONS. Guest links: IMDB: Malin Akerman INSTAGRAM: @malinakerman DEADLINE: Malin Akerman To Star In And Produce Indie Action Comedy ‘Chick Fight’ 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  SELF TAPE MAY: Class is BACK! WHAT TYPE OF ACTOR ARE YOU: Quiz !!! THE BRIDGE FOR ACTORS: Become a WORKING ACTOR THE PRACTICE TRACK: Membership to Practice Weekly 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 EPISODE CREDITS: WRITER: Erin McCluskey WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings ASSISTANT: Elle Powell SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri

Host and fellow actress, Alyshia Ochse sits down for a solo-conversation all about what to expect on the following episodes of That One Audition. 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  SELF TAPE MAY: Class is BACK! WHAT TYPE OF ACTOR ARE YOU: Quiz !!! THE BRIDGE FOR ACTORS: Become a WORKING ACTOR THE PRACTICE TRACK: Membership to Practice Weekly 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 EPISODE CREDITS: WRITER: Erin McCluskey WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings ASSISTANT: Elle Powell SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri

For years, actor Flula Borg has kept audiences laughing with his unique brand of humor. As a firm believer in making your own content, Flula landed his breakout role in the "Pitch Perfect" franchise after a comedic YouTube video of his went viral and captured the attention of Hollywood. Since then, he's appeared in numerous hit comedy series including "The Rookie," "Ghosts," "Curb Your Enthusiasm," "The Good Place," and many more. As a voice actor, Flula also has a long list of animated film and television credits to his name. Today, Flula shares what it means to be a smart improviser, how he prepared to go take after take on James Gunn's "The Suicide Squad" and how he's navigated the transition from comedy to drama with his role in the upcoming World War II biopic "Bonhoeffer" set to be released later this year. These are the unforgettable stories that landed Flula Borg right here. Credits:  Pitch Perfect 2 Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin The Suicide Squad The Rookie Ghosts She's in Portland Adam Ruins Everything The Good Place Curb Your Enthusiasm Workaholics Teen Titans Go! Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip GUEST LINKS: IMDB: Flula Borg, Actor, Writer, Producer INSTAGRAM: @flula 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  SELF TAPE MAY: Class is BACK! WHAT TYPE OF ACTOR ARE YOU: Quiz !!! THE BRIDGE FOR ACTORS: Become a WORKING ACTOR THE PRACTICE TRACK: Membership to Practice Weekly 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 EPISODE CREDITS: WRITER: Erin McCluskey WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings ASSISTANT: Elle Powell SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri

From horror to action to romance, actor Michael Beach has done it all. With an endless resume across both television and film, you've seen Michael in "Aquaman," "Monster," "Mayor of Kingstown," "ER," "Saw X," "S.W.A.T." and countless more projects over the years. Starting out in football, Michael went on to graduate from Juilliard and is now four decades into his thriving career. In today's episode, he shares early audition stories, including how he landed on three seasons of "ER." He discusses how he factors in compensation and creativity when it comes to choosing studio projects versus indie films, and reminds us all to not let Hollywood shake our self-confidence. These are the unforgettable stories that landed Michael Beach right here. Credits:  Aquaman Monster S.W.A.T. Saw X Mayor of Kingstown Truth Be Told Barry For The People If Beale Street Could Talk Insidious: Chapter 2 Sons of Anarchy Third Watch ER GUEST LINKS: IMDB: Michael Beach INSTAGRAM: @michaelbeach 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  SELF TAPE MAY: Class is BACK! WHAT TYPE OF ACTOR ARE YOU: Quiz !!! THE BRIDGE FOR ACTORS: Become a WORKING ACTOR THE PRACTICE TRACK: Membership to Practice Weekly 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 EPISODE CREDITS: WRITER: Erin McCluskey WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings ASSISTANT: Elle Powell SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri

Starting out studying math and economics, actor Ivan Shaw knows how to blend the analytical with the creative. You've seen Ivan in hit television series including "Dear Edward," "The Cleaning Lady," "That Dirty Black Bag," "Casual," "Insecure," and many more. Today, we do a deep dive into the world of contract roles, and break down the skill and stamina required of soap actors. Ivan shares lessons learned from sitting in on the casting process and watching star Sarah Paulson deliver a fully lived-in audition. Ivan also discusses how he prepared for an emotional audition scene for a Zoom screen test, and reminds actors why we shouldn't pressure ourselves to always get it right. These are the unforgettable stories that landed Ivan Shaw right here. Credits:  Dear Edward The Cleaning Lady That Dirty Black Bag Chicago Med Casual New Girl Insecure Better Things The Book of Daniel All My Children Charmed GUEST LINKS: IMDB: Ivan Shaw INSTAGRAM: @shawski 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  SELF TAPE MAY: Class is BACK! WHAT TYPE OF ACTOR ARE YOU: Quiz !!! THE BRIDGE FOR ACTORS: Become a WORKING ACTOR THE PRACTICE TRACK: Membership to Practice Weekly 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 EPISODE CREDITS: WRITER: Erin McCluskey WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings ASSISTANT: Elle Powell SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri

Alyshia walks through the audition process and the breakdown of the audition. 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  SELF TAPE MAY: Class is BACK! WHAT TYPE OF ACTOR ARE YOU: Quiz !!! THE BRIDGE FOR ACTORS: Become a WORKING ACTOR THE PRACTICE TRACK: Membership to Practice Weekly 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 EPISODE CREDITS: WRITER: Erin McCluskey WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings ASSISTANT: Elle Powell SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri

🎭 Join That One Audition Podcast for a deep dive into the actor's journey and the often-overlooked steps to SUCCESS. 🌟 Explore with Alyshia as she shares stories and tips on WHEN to IMPROV in a scene. This is week four in a 10 week series of "when to ..." focus on training, get a team, get a publicist, etc. These weeks we will take a deep dive in developing your business as an actor. Let's go from being a student of acting to a WORKING ACTOR! 💪 Learn how to work as an ACTOR isn't just about bouncing back from setbacks but is a crucial part of creating a career versus a one off job. Subscribe now for insightful discussions, empowering interviews, and practical advice to enhance your career longevity and satisfaction. 🔗 Connect with That One Audition: COLLAB/SUGGEST GUEST: Email hello@alyshiaochse.com SELF TAPE MAY: It's gonna be Mayyyyyy - $88 WHAT TYPE OF ACTOR ARE YOU: Quiz !!! THE BRIDGE FOR ACTORS: Become a WORKING ACTOR THE PRACTICE TRACK: Membership to Practice Weekly 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 🌈 Elevate your acting journey with proven recovery strategies. Subscribe today and be part of a community that celebrates resilience and passion in the world of acting! 🎙️ #ActorsResilience #RecoveryMindset #ThatOneAudition #PodcastJourney CREDITS: Host/Producer: Alyshia Ochse WRITER: Erin McCluskey WE BSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings SOCIAL: Alara Cerikcioglu

Between 2012 and 2013, actor Amir Arison worked on 13 different shows, a handful of which were recurring roles. His career has only grown from there with an impressive list of credits that includes "The Blacklist," "The Dropout," "Ramy," "Billions," "Girls" and many more. As a director, Amir emphasizes the importance of lifting up everyone around you, and shares how he is able to apply his directing skills to his own self-tapes. In today's episode we also discuss the pros and cons of requesting a live Zoom audition over a self-tape, an option we now have as actors following the strike. Above all else, Amir encourages actors to remember that all we have control over are what he calls the Four Ps: Preparation, Positivity, Patience, and Punctuality. These are the unforgettable stories that landed Amir Arison right here. Credits:  The Blacklist The Dropout Ramy Billions Girls H+ Dallas True Justice Gossip Girl American Horror Story Homeland GUEST LINKS: IMDB: Amir Arison INSTAGRAM: @amirarison 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  SELF TAPE MAY: Class is BACK! WHAT TYPE OF ACTOR ARE YOU: Quiz !!! THE BRIDGE FOR ACTORS: Become a WORKING ACTOR THE PRACTICE TRACK: Membership to Practice Weekly 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 EPISODE CREDITS: WRITER: Erin McCluskey WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings ASSISTANT: Elle Powell SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri

In what might be one of our favorite audition stories in "That One Audition" history, actress Jameela Jamil takes us step by step through every honest and hilarious moment leading to her bookig the role of Tahani on NBC's hit comedy "The Good Place." From her first ever audition with renowned casting director Allison Jones, to improvising on the fly during her network test, Jameela says that when you live for the funny story, you ultimately can't lose — no matter the outcome of the audition. Some of her additional credits include "Poker Face," "Marry Me," "She-Hulk Attorney at Law," and "DC League of Super-Pets." In today's episode, Jameela shares techniques for staying present in an audition, lessons learned from her co-stars including Kristen Bell and Ted Danson, and the importance of finding reps who support you in the kinds of characters you want to play. Whether it be leading roles, villans, or comedic supporting characters, there truly are no small parts. These are the unforgettable stories that landed Jameela Jamil right here. Credits:  The Good Place Poker Face Marry Me Star Trek: Prodigy She-Hulk: Attorney at Law DC League of Super-Pets Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin GUEST LINKS: IMDB: Jameela Jamil INSTAGRAM: @jameelajamil PODCAST: iWeigh 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 THAT ONE AUDITION'S LINKS: SELF TAPE MAY: Class is BACK! WHAT TYPE OF ACTOR ARE YOU: Quiz !!! THE BRIDGE FOR ACTORS: Become a WORKING ACTOR THE PRACTICE TRACK: Membership to Practice Weekly 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: Erin McCluskey WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings SOCIAL: Alara Cerikcioglu

🎭 Join That One Audition Podcast for a deep dive into the actor's journey and the often-overlooked steps to SUCCESS. 🌟 Explore with Alyshia as she shares stories and tips on WHEN to selftape vs tape somewhere else OR choose the Zoom. This is week four in a 10 week series of "when to ..." focus on training, get a team, get a publicist, etc. These weeks we will take a deep dive in developing your business as an actor. Let's go from being a student of acting to a WORKING ACTOR! 💪 Learn how to work as an ACTOR isn't just about bouncing back from setbacks but is a crucial part of creating a career versus a one off job. Subscribe now for insightful discussions, empowering interviews, and practical advice to enhance your career longevity and satisfaction. 🔗 Connect with That One Audition: COLLAB/SUGGEST GUEST: Email hello@alyshiaochse.com SELF TAPE MAY: It's gonna be Mayyyyyy - $88 WHAT TYPE OF ACTOR ARE YOU: Quiz !!! THE BRIDGE FOR ACTORS: Become a WORKING ACTOR THE PRACTICE TRACK: Membership to Practice Weekly 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 🌈 Elevate your acting journey with proven recovery strategies. Subscribe today and be part of a community that celebrates resilience and passion in the world of acting! 🎙️ #ActorsResilience #RecoveryMindset #ThatOneAudition #PodcastJourney CREDITS: Host/Producer: Alyshia Ochse WRITER: Erin McCluskey WE BSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings SOCIAL: Alara Cerikcioglu