Creating Behavior with Charlie Sandlan

Pursuing a serious professional artistic career does not happen quickly. If it's something you really want, then you need to give it at least a decade of relentless pursuit. There will be many times that the idea of quitting and moving on to something else is palpable. This week Charlie talks to his former student Simone Serra, who has just passed her first decade and is still at it. Simone has carved out a successful voice over career which has sustained her and opened many doors. Charlie and Simone discuss the art of voice overs, and the important work she's done to overcome self-sabotage. You are worthy of all good things! You can follow CBP on Instagram @creatingbehavior, and Charlie's NYC acting conservatory, the Maggie Flanigan Studio @maggieflaniganstudio. Theme music by  https://www.thelawrencetrailer.com. For written transcripts, to leave a voicemail on SpeakPipe, or contact Charlie for private coaching, check out https://www.creatingbehaviorpodcast.com

It's easy to fall into a pattern of complacency when it comes to nourishing your intellectual curiosity. Just reading one article can lead you to an unexpected education on a number of things. In this weeks solo episode, Charlie shares what he's learned about the importance of Jean-Luc Godard, and the life of actress and activist Marsha Hunt who died at the age of 104.  He also talks about the current production of I Joan currently running at Shakespeare's Old Globe in London, and the controversy of writing Joan of Arc as a non-binary person. There's a few movie recommendations for you as well. You can follow CBP on Instagram @creatingbehavior, and Charlie's NYC acting conservatory, the Maggie Flanigan Studio @maggieflaniganstudio. Theme music by  https://www.thelawrencetrailer.com. For written transcripts, to leave a voicemail on SpeakPipe, or contact Charlie for private coaching, check out https://www.creatingbehaviorpodcast.com

How many of you have been told at some point that you have to choose, kids or career. You can't have both! Charlie talks with Tara Westwood. She got pregnant in her 20's during her training with Maggie, converted to Mormonism, and moved to Idaho to raise a family. Her journey back to NYC, her mission to finish training, pursue her career, and be an incredible mom is an inspiration. It's lead to her current project, the short film Triggered which she produced, directed, and stared in. It recently premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival. The life you want is possible! You can follow CBP on Instagram @creatingbehavior, and Charlie's NYC acting conservatory, the Maggie Flanigan Studio @maggieflaniganstudio. Theme music by  https://www.thelawrencetrailer.com. For written transcripts, to leave a voicemail on SpeakPipe, or contact Charlie for private coaching, check out https://www.creatingbehaviorpodcast.com

Building a community of friendships and professional relationships with people who inspire you, and challenge you intellectually and artistically will add to the value of your life. This week Charlie has a conversation with Jillian Marshall, whose first book Japanthem: Counter-Culteral Experience, Cross-Culteral Remixes came out earlier this year.  She also speaks fluent Mandarin and Japanese, plays Jazz trumpet and piano, and has a PhD in Ethnomusicology.  Charlie and Jillian talk about carving out a creative life, artistic compulsions, jazz, acting, and much much more. Check out Jillian's blogs at https://wynndaquarius.net.  You can follow CBP on Instagram @creatingbehavior, and Charlie's NYC acting conservatory, the Maggie Flanigan Studio @maggieflaniganstudio. Theme music by  https://www.thelawrencetrailer.com. For written transcripts, to leave a voicemail on SpeakPipe, or contact Charlie for private coaching, check out https://www.creatingbehaviorpodcast.com

It's a solo episode this week fellow daydreamers. Charlie shares his thoughts on the current work of Ben Foster, Rhea Seehorn, Giovanni Ribisi, Matthew Goode, and Taylor Sheridan, along with his thoughts on the latest Dave Chappelle special What's In A Name. Charlie also discusses a series of articles by the chief NY Times theater critic Jesse Green titled The Reformation. It leads to a deeper reflection on the importance of not dry cleaning your imagination, and as artists, embracing a willingness to dive into the darkest parts of our humanity. You can follow CBP on Instagram @creatingbehavior, and Charlie's NYC acting conservatory, the Maggie Flanigan Studio @maggieflaniganstudio. Theme music by  https://www.thelawrencetrailer.com. For written transcripts, to leave a voicemail on SpeakPipe, or contact Charlie for private coaching, check out https://www.creatingbehaviorpodcast.com

This week Charlie shares his conversation with former student Pooya Mohseni, who grew up a young boy in Iran, and ultimately immigrated to the US with her parents.  Charlie and Pooya discuss growing up a non gender conforming boy in a theocracy, her transition journey, and the hard work its taken to become a first rate professional actor and activist.  They also discuss her most recent film See You Then by the writer and director Mari Walker. You can follow CBP on Instagram @creatingbehavior, and Charlie's NYC acting conservatory, the Maggie Flanigan Studio @maggieflaniganstudio. Theme music by  https://www.thelawrencetrailer.com. For written transcripts, to leave a voicemail on SpeakPipe, or contact Charlie for private coaching, check out https://www.creatingbehaviorpodcast.com

Having a strong belief in yourself, refusing to give into a woe is me mentality, and having the temerity to really go after what you want is incredibly important if you are trying to carve out an artistic career. This week Charlie talks to his former student Rolando Chusan, who booked his first series regular role on the ABC series Promised Land.  Rolando discusses how he got this part, and the many things he's learned about being a professional actor over the past decade. You can follow CBP on Instagram @creatingbehavior, and Charlie's NYC acting conservatory, the Maggie Flanigan Studio @maggieflaniganstudio. Theme music by  https://www.thelawrencetrailer.com. For written transcripts, to leave a voicemail on SpeakPipe, or contact Charlie for private coaching, check out https://www.creatingbehaviorpodcast.com

Well fellow daydreamers, eight months seemed to fly by.  In the season 3 premiere, Charlie talks about the career of William Hurt, important performances to check out, thoughts on the J-Lo documentary Halftime, and an appreciation of The Wire after 20 years. Charlie also shares his thoughts on the stunning painter Kahinde Wiley. CBP will drop 16 episodes this season on a bi-weekly basis. You can follow CBP on Instagram @creatingbehavior, and Charlie's NYC acting conservatory, the Maggie Flanigan Studio @maggieflaniganstudio. Theme music by  https://www.thelawrencetrailer.com. For written transcripts, to leave a voicemail on SpeakPipe, or contact Charlie for private coaching, check out https://www.creatingbehaviorpodcast.com

Hard to believe it's the end of season two. It's been an incredible eight months fellow daydreamers. In this season finale, Charlie talks about the tragic death of Halyna Hutchins, the controversy over Dave Chappelle, a few film recommendations, and some highlights of the last 30 episodes. And it wouldn't be a season finale without new music from Lawrence Trailer. CBP will return next year for season three with great guests, more insights and advice on the art of acting, and a continued celebration of the artistic life. Stay resilient, play full out with yourself, and don't ever settle for your second best. You can follow CBP on Instagram @creatingbehavior, and Charlie's NYC acting conservatory, the Maggie Flanigan Studio @maggieflaniganstudio. Check out https://www.thelawrencetrailer.com and for written transcripts, to leave a voicemail, or contact Charlie for private coaching, check out https://www.creatingbehaviorpodcast.com

The most downloaded episode of season one was A Face of Anxiety with Charlie's wife Trish Barillas. A published author, professional anxiety, relationship, and  life coach, Trish comes back on to talk about mental health, birth control, having children, and her obsession with reality television.  It's a fascinating conversation about managing the ups, the downs, and the unexpected moments that life can throw you. You can follow CBP on Instagram @creatingbehavior, and Charlie's NYC acting conservatory, the Maggie Flanigan Studio @maggieflaniganstudio. For written transcripts, Charlie's blog, or to contact him for private coaching, check out https://www.creatingbehaviorpodcast.com