Actorshpere Podcast Episode 20: Paul Spitale and Charlene Amoia

Charlene Amoia grew up in Buffalo, New York, relocating to Las Vegas at the age of 15. She would later move to Los Angeles to pursue her love of acting.

Amoia enjoyed a successful modeling career, and appeared in many commercials and television shows before landing the recurring role of Wendy the waitress on the hit sitcom "How I Met Your Mother". Though originally initially hired to play Wendy in only one episode, the character was so popular with audiences that the role was upped to recurring.

Amoia has appeared in several recent feature films including "Seven Pounds" (2008) with Will Smith, "American Reunion" (2012) with Jason Biggs, "Birds of Prey: And the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn" (2020) playing the young Huntress's mother along side Margo Robbie and The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (2021) with Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson.

The actress, seen as Dr. Kate Lachman on "Grey's Anatomy", starred in indie hit, "Fat", which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival. She recently guest starred as Bessica on the season finally of Matt LeBlanc's, "Man with a Plan."

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Actorshpere Ep 19: Paul Spitale & Richard Satterwhite LIVE FROM THE CASTING BUFFALO ACTOR EXPO 2024 !!!

Richard Satterwhite is a Pittsburgh native and Carnegie Mellon University theatre alumnus. He is President of the Theatre Alliance of Buffalo, Vice President of ComedySportz Buffalo and Creative Director/Business Manager of BusinessTheatre Works, LLC, a workplace consulting company, which specializes in developing theatrically based, educational training programs. He has experience working as an actor, producer, director, and writer.  Some stage credits include, Farragut North (Road Less Traveled Productions), A Raisin in the Sun (Studio Arena), The Lion in the Winter (Irish Classical) and Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? (Ujima). On-Camera credits include, Three Rivers (CBS), Battledogs (Syfy), Not Human and B.O.Y.D. and as well as numerous 48 Hour Film Projects. He is a proud member of SAG/AFTRA and Actors Equity Association.

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Actorshpere Ep 18: Paul Spitale & Daniel Croix LIVE FROM THE CASTING BUFFALO ACTOR EXPO 2024 !!!

Daniel Croix is originally from Buffalo, New York, where he attended high school at the Buffalo Academy for Visual and Performing Arts. He trained at the Conservatory of Theatre Arts & Film at Purchase College and joins the ranks of notable alumni such as Stanley Tucci, Edie Falco, and Constance Wu.

He moved to Harlem after graduation and appeared in the New York Times Critic Pick: Kenny Leon's 'Much Ado About Nothing' at the Public's Shakespeare in the Park, alongside Danielle Brooks (Orange Is the New Black). Scouted from the stage, he began starring as Jason in the white-house drama 'The Oval' on BET.

In 2023 he founded Ringshout Productions to create and develop originals. He also founded the Lorna Hill Artist Development Fellowship to uplift early career artists in his hometown of Buffalo New York. He serves on the advisory board of Ujima Company Inc., a multi-ethnic theatre company dedicated to preserving and uplifting the traditions of African American storytelling.

Daniel Croix Henderson is a graduate of the SUNY Purchase Conservatory of Theatre Arts with a BFA in Acting.

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Actorshpere Ep 17: Paul Spitale & Jim Dirschberger LIVE FROM THE CASTING BUFFALO ACTOR EXPO 2024 !!!

Jim Dirschberger is an Emmy-nominated producer, game designer, and writer. With a focus on creating original content with other emerging artists, Jim has produced work for clients such as Vans, ESPN, Nike, Adult Swim, Sub Pop Records, Vice Media, and Nintendo.

In 2010 Jim released his first feature film, Honest Man: The Life of R.Budd Dwyer. He was also the Co-Creator, Executive Producer, and Writer of Sanjay & Craig - an Emmy nominated animated show on Nickelodeon. Most recently, Jim has produced and directed animated content for Paramount Pictures, TBS, Adult Swim, and Cartoon Network.

Under his Wide Right Interactive banner, Jim has released three videogames - Freedom Finger (2020), What The Dub?! (2021), and most recently RiffTrax: The Game (2022).

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Actorshpere Ep 16: Paul Spitale & Randi Langdon !!!
Randi Langdon is a stunt woman/actress. She has worked in the Assistant Directing and Camera department as well, with the goal of understanding set to the fullest. She lives and trains in nyc but travels all over the country where the work takes her. You can see her in Dead City, Law&Order:SVU, doubling Amy Adams in Disenchanted, and many more. 

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Actorshpere Ep 15: Paul Spitale & Kyle Mecca !!!
Kyle Mecca is a film & commercial director, co-owner & casting director at Casting Buffalo, and co-owner of Giant Monster Productions. 

Born and raised in Buffalo, NY, and graduate from SUNY Buffalo State with a BA in Television and Film with a Minor in Writing. His directorial feature film 'Dwelling' debuted in 2017, distributed by Sony Pictures Entertainment.

Since Mecca has worked on an extensive amount of films in various crew roles including Marshall (2017), A Quiet Place Part II (2020), Paranormal Activity: Next to Kin (2021) and Nightmare Alley (2021). 

Additionally he is an adjunct film Professor at SUNY Buffalo State University as part of the Television and Film Arts program.

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Actorshpere Ep 14: Paul Spitale & Model Rosanna Pfeifer with Photographer Sean Ballacchino !
Rosanna Pfeifer is a published model, actress and aesthetic medicine nurse practitioner from Buffalo, NY. Since 2019, she has landed several diverse roles in local film and commercials. She appeared in Happiest Season (2020), The Binge (2020), and Sleeping with my Student (2019). Rosanna is also a model with international acclaim. She is featured in Ellements, Moevir, Selin Magazine and others. Her most recent publication was February 2024 with Playboy.  As a mixed-race minority, her mission as a model is to inspire women everywhere to embrace what makes them different because unique is beautiful! 
Sean Ballacchino is a Photographer and Yogi

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This week on the Actorsphere Podcast, Paul Spitale talks to long-time friend, Maria Braun, a dynamic actress and proud Buffalonian. With over 15 years of experience, Maria has honed her skills in the art of commercial and film acting, voice-over work, live event hosting and moderating, and brand modeling. As co-founder of the award-winning Buffalo-based production company, Pan-American Film Division, Maria’s captivating performances have contributed to the success of short films like "Ride of Your Life," "To Have and to Hold," and "Blind Spot," which have graced the screens at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival. Beyond her cinematic endeavors, Maria channels her passion as a full-time high school teacher, dedicated wife, and superhero mom.

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Paul Spitale talks to Jordan Lema, the CEO of Lemur Studios and the City Producer of the Buffalo 48 Hour Film Project. His team creates media that businesses need for advertising, public relations, fundraising, and HR communications. Jordan bridges the gap between business and filmmaking. He served as the Vice President of Communications to the American Advertising Federation Buffalo and was one of Buffalo Business First’s 40 under 40 in 2020. Via the Buffalo 48 Hour Film Project, he's helped hundreds of filmmakers entertain thousands of attendees in an annual international filmmaking competition. Jordan is the glue that holds the Buffalo 48 Hour Film Project together & a force that has strengthened the Buffalo film community exponentially! 

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On this week's episode of Actorshpere, we go INSTAGRAM LIVE for the first time as Paul Spitale sits down with Andrew Lewis Caldwell! Andrew has been acting professionally since he was 15 years old; appearing in over 80 films and television shows. Andrew’s list of credits range from Transformers, College, Matrix Resurrections, Hannah Montana, iZombie, How I Met Your Mother, Henry Danger, Danger force, Haunt and many more!

With major Hollywood productions beginning to make their way to Buffalo, New York, the Andrew Lewis Caldwell Acting Studio wants to prepare local actors for a career in the entertainment business. Andrew will not only teach you acting technique; he will tell you how to impress casting directors; help you book the part, make a lasting impression on set, and give you the tools needed to consistently work in the film and television industry. Whether you are looking to start a career in the entertainment business or would like an outlet to just express yourself, Andrew’s method is beneficial for you. The goal of the ALC Acting Studio is to take local Buffalo talent and catapult them to the highest professional level.

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