Speak L.a.

In this episode, we covered:   How do you shift gears when realizing you want a different career?  As a studio executive, can you explain who gets the jobs and why?  How do you learn to believe in yourself finally?  What does it mean to “work on yourself?” How do you get to the next level?

In this episode you will learn: Why L.A. has it's own special brand of acting? How you can rise as an actor by cultivating your Community? Why you can start your acting career without an agent? Why finding the right agent is like finding the right romantic partner? Why communication is the key to every professional relationship?

In this podcast you will learn: How to approach social media when you're not a fan. How to treat social media like a business. How to protect your energy on social media and get back to what you love - acting. How to connect to YOUR story in order to connect to and build your followers. How to make social media your virtual coffee house. Instead of one coffee date, you're going on 1,000s! 

In this episode you will learn: How making a drastic change in appearance can help you find YOU? Why building a character in your body is more powerful than just learning your lines? Why it's important to say yes to the things that scare you and are important to you? Why models aren't just models anymore - how to embrace your look? Why a proof of your work is important in the modeling and acting industry? Why social media is an opportunity to connect on a personal level with your audience?

In this episode, you will learn:  What are three tips John gives to actors about auditioning?  What should you NOT do when you audition? What kinds of parts will you most likely play at the beginning of your career? 

In this episode, you will learn:   How can you get through the difficult times as an actor? How does Matty not get nervous when he auditions? How can YOU have REAL confidence?  

(Big Sky, Cybill, Red Surf) In this episode you will learn: 1. Why L.A. is scary, exciting, salty, sweet and a little deep fried? 2. Why the most beautiful things in life can be accidents? 3. Why being an actor is not all about being famous? 4. How not to “future trip” when you’re on set? 5. Why the twelve step recovery programs in L.A. are so amazing?  

In this episode, you will learn: 1. Why incorporating more JOY in your life is helpful for a thriving acting career? 2. How you can amplify more joy in your life? 3. Why is following joy the REAL strategy behind your actor business? 4. What are concrete ways you can still your racing mind? 5. Why you’re a BADASS for making it through to 2022? Website: https://www.josephinewilkins.com

(Borat Subsequent Moviefilm, Mission Impossible IV Ghost Protocol, The Bourne Identity) In this episode, you will learn: Are there specific rules and guidelines regarding auditioning for scenes with intimacy/nudity?  How have things improved with regard to the subject of intimacy in film? What’s the best way for an actor to explore their value system when it comes to nudity? What are the questions every actor should ask before agreeing to do an intimate scene in film or tv? 

In this episode, we discussed: What’s the difference between being an actor in LA and being an actor in Hawaii?  How much acting work is there in Hawaii?  Where is the very best place for an actor to live?  Can you have an agent in Hawaii AND in Los Angeles or New York? How does this agent define “The Ideal Client?” What quality leads to true confidence?

In this episode, you will learn: Why does Stuart say, “Anything you want to do, you can find it in L.A.?” How can you be comfortable in your own skin? What does it REALLY mean to Be Yourself? How can you get rid of your fear?  How can you not be waiting, waiting, waiting anymore?

A Filipina American Actress shares a story about when a New York talent manager told her she needed to change who she was if she hoped to make it in this business...

(Nike, Intel, T-Mobile, Bridgewater, Cyberpunk) In this episode, you will learn... How can you create your own V.O studio at home? Where in your apartment should you record your V.O work?  What are V.O agents looking for in a new client?  How can you get started in the voiceover world? Should you start by making an expensive demo?

In this episode, you will learn: Why is working in television a noble cause?  How can you make your mark in the industry?   Is it more important to be original or to be “on-trend?” What do literary agencies look for in young writers? 

(Scrubs, Greenhouse Academy, Baby Daddy) In this episode, we learned: What kinds of (unusual) things should you put on your resume?  Always do THIS when you audition for TV… Never do THIS when you audition for TV… What’s the difference between auditioning for single-camera vs 4-camera? Why is it crucial to always BE REAL? Is it okay to improvise in an audition?  What should you do when you feel stuck?

A Mixed Race Actress shares a story about how it feels to be told she can “only pick one.”

(Kim's Convenience, Train 48) In this episode, we discussed: How a small piece of theatre became a hit television show.  What to do when everyone around you says “No…” Why you should never deny who you are and where you’re from. 

A Latin American Actor shares how it feels to always have to wait for a role to come his way because of the color of his skin

(Parks and Recreation, Good Girls, Barry, Rosewood) In this podcast, we discuss: What if theatre isn’t in your family’s background but you’re sure it’s your calling?  How can you make the transition from theatre to film & TV?  Why we should all stop using the word “success”? Why and How Rodney says we should all be creating our own work?

A mixed-race actress from the UK shares the challenges of auditioning for roles that don't match the person she is.