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August 27 The Confidence Myth
Actors hear it all the time: "Just be confident." But what does confidence actually look like—and can it really be
created on demand?
In this episode of Casting Actors Cast, veteran casting director, actor, educator, and author Jeffrey Dreisbach
explores the psychology behind authentic confidence, why rejection affects actors so deeply, the difference
between confidence and self-esteem, and why self-trust—not fearlessness—is the real foundation of a
successful acting career.
Drawing from decades behind the casting table, personal experience, and practical strategies you can begin
using immediately, this episode will help you approach auditions, self-tapes, and your creative life with greater
resilience, perspective, and purpose.
Whether you're just beginning your acting journey or you've been navigating this business for years, this
conversation will challenge the way you think about confidence—and perhaps change it forever.
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little encouragement today.

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40 min
August 27 Why Networking Feels so Awkward
Networking is one of the most
misunderstood—and uncomfortable—parts of an acting career. Why do so many
actors feel awkward introducing themselves to casting directors, agents,
producers, and other industry professionals?
In this episode of Casting Actors
Cast, veteran casting director, actor, educator, and author Jeffrey
Dreisbach explores the psychology behind networking anxiety and reveals why
authentic relationships—not self-promotion—are the true foundation of a
successful acting career.
Through personal stories, decades of
casting experience, practical exercises, and a fresh perspective on
professional relationships, you'll discover how to replace pressure with
curiosity, build meaningful connections, and create a network rooted in generosity,
trust, and community.
Whether you're attending a showcase,
workshop, film festival, or simply meeting fellow actors, this episode will
change the way you think about networking forever.

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40 min
August 13 Success Isn't What You Think it Is
What if your definition of success has been making your acting career harder than it needs to be?
In this episode, casting director Jeffrey Dreisbach explores how actors can build healthier, more sustainable
careers by redefining success beyond bookings, awards, and external validation. Learn practical mindset shifts,
casting-room insights, and strategies for finding fulfillment while continuing to grow as an artist.

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16 min
August 06 You Already Have Everything You Need
Every actor has wondered, "How do I become this character?" In this episode, casting director Jeffrey
Dreisbach reveals why the answer may already be inside you. Learn how your own life experiences,
relationships, and humanity become your greatest acting resource, and discover practical techniques for creating
authentic, memorable performances without abandoning yourself in the process.

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16 min
July 30 It's Just Tuesday
Why do actors often give their weakest performances in the auditions they want the most?
In this episode, veteran casting director Jeffrey Dreisbach shares a healthier, more effective way to think about
auditions. Learn why preparation beats pressure, why professionals treat auditions as appointments—not life-
changing events—and how one simple mindset shift can free you to do your best work.
Whether you're new to the business or a seasoned professional, this episode will change the way you walk into
every audition.

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16 min
July 23 Why Great Actors Never "Try" to Concentrate
Why do some actors command attention even when they're barely speaking?
In this episode, casting director Jeffrey Dreisbach explores one of the most misunderstood aspects of acting:
concentration. Learn why authentic focus doesn't come from trying harder—it comes from pursuing a
meaningful objective. Through practical exercises, casting room insights, and real-world examples, you'll
discover how listening, subtext, behavior, and curiosity create performances that captivate audiences.
Whether you're preparing for auditions, rehearsals, or filming, this episode will change the way you think about
concentration forever.

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16 min
July 16 Stop Networking Like You Need Something
Networking shouldn't feel awkward or transactional. In this episode of Casting Actors Cast, veteran casting
director Jeffrey Dreisbach shares a healthier, more effective approach to building professional relationships in
the entertainment industry. Learn practical follow-up strategies, gratitude-based networking, social media
mistakes to avoid, and why trust—not self-promotion—is the real currency of a lasting acting career.
Whether you're just starting out or have years of experience, this episode will change the way you think about
networking forever.

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16 min
July 09 Memorization Isn't the Job Ubtil it is
For years I told actors something that may surprise you.
I used to say:
"Being completely memorized isn't the most important thing."
And for a long time I believed that.
Today?
My thinking has changed.
Not because memorization is the performance.
But because memorization may be the thing standing between you and the performance.
Let's talk about it.

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23 min
July 02 Stop Making Acting Your Entire Identity
What if one of the best things you could do for your acting career...
was spend less time thinking about acting?
Now before anyone drives off the road...
hear me out.
Because some of the healthiest, happiest, and most successful actors I've known had something surprising in
common.
Acting wasn't the only thing in their lives.
Today we're talking about why becoming a more interesting human being may actually make you a better actor.

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24 min
June 25 You're Not Being Graded Anymore
What if I told you one of the biggest obstacles in your acting career isn't your talent...
isn't your training...
isn't your agent...
and isn't even your auditions?
What if the thing holding you back is a grading system that doesn't exist anymore?
Today we're talking about something I see every week.
Actors who graduated years ago...
sometimes decades ago...
but are still living like they're waiting for someone to hand them a report card.
And that mindset may be costing them more opportunities than they realize.
Let's talk about it.

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32 min

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Welcome to ”CASTING ACTORS CAST ” the podcast with an inside look at acting as a profession from master teacher and casting director, Jeffrey Dreisbach, a casting partner for McCorkle Casting Ltd in…