Rejection is part of the acting industry, but nobody prepares you for how heavy it really gets. This episode gives actors an honest, unfiltered look at the experiences that rarely get talked about and the mindset it takes to keep going.

Actor Pony Nicole Herauf joins me for one of the most open conversations I've had on this show, covering the rejections, the resilience, and the quiet moments that remind you why you started in the first place.

This episode is for every actor who has ever questioned whether to keep going and needed someone to tell them they're not alone in feeling that way.

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Most actors underestimate their voice, and it's costing them in the audition room. This episode gives actors practical tools to build vocal confidence, approach dialect work, and use their instrument as the powerful asset it actually is.

Voice and dialect coach Joy Juckes joins me to break down how to find your authentic voice, build confidence as a performer, and use dialect training to expand your range in ways that make a real difference when it counts.

This episode is for the actor who knows their voice is holding them back and is ready to do something about it.

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If you're an actor wondering whether the sacrifices are worth it, you're not alone, and nobody talks about that part enough. This episode gives working and emerging actors a real look at what pursuing this career actually costs, and what keeps you going anyway.

Actor Samantha Brown joins me to share the unglamorous truth about what the pursuit really looks like, the pivots, the moments of doubt, and the experiences that almost made her walk away, and what brought her back.

This episode is for every actor in the thick of it who needs to hear that the hard parts are normal, and that staying in it is still worth it.

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Trying to build an acting career without a clear roadmap is exhausting, and most training programs won't tell you what they're actually preparing you for. This episode gives emerging actors an honest breakdown of what training is really worth and how to build something that lasts.

Acting coach and industry veteran Jeff Clarke joins me to talk about what acting training actually prepares you for, how to reframe rejection so it no longer derails you, and the mindset shifts that separate actors who stay in the game from those who burn out.

This episode is for the emerging actor who wants an honest answer to whether they're on the right path, and what to do if they're not.

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If you're an actor feeling stuck, overwhelmed by auditions, or unsure how to actually build a sustainable acting career, you're not alone. So many performers struggle in silence because the entertainment industry often feels confusing, competitive, and hard to navigate without real guidance or honest conversations.

In this first episode of Behind the Curtain, I’m introducing the intention behind this podcast and why these conversations matter. I share my own perspective as an actor and creator, what inspired me to start this space, and the kinds of honest, behind-the-scenes discussions you can expect with industry guests — from casting insights to career paths and the realities of working in film and TV.

This podcast is for actors, creatives, and anyone navigating the entertainment industry who wants real talk instead of surface-level advice. If you’re ready to stop feeling like you’re figuring it out alone, follow the show and join me Behind the Curtain for weekly conversations that bring clarity, perspective, and momentum to your acting journey.

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If you're an actor or creative who's tired of highlight reels and wants honest conversations about what the entertainment industry actually looks like, you just found your podcast. This show exists to give you the real picture, the wins, the hard parts, and the stories nobody else is telling.

I'm Anastasia Pioro, and every episode I sit down with actors, casting directors, voice coaches, headshot photographers, and industry insiders to talk about what the industry actually looks like from the inside, the highs, the lows, and everything in between.

This show is for every actor and creative who wants to feel less alone in the pursuit and more clear on the path forward. Follow Behind the Curtain now so you don't miss the first episode.

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