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Want to know the key to grounding an acting performance in a heightened world? Emmy and Artios Award–winning Casting Director Suzanne Smith* (Resident Evil, Band of Brothers, and the Outlander universe) joins host Robert Peterpaul to explore the craft of acting truthfully in fantasy, horror, and period stories. Suzanne pulls back the curtain on what actually books roles: clean, human choices over theatrics; accents that honor rhythm and region; posture and breath that reflect period constraints; and self-tapes that highlight your eyes and thinking, not your props.

From accents and rhythm to intimacy, combat, and self-tapes, we explore the human choices that anchor big stories.

• Grounding performance in heightened genres.
• Practical audition tips for horror, fantasy, period, and other genres.
• How to do a "heathly" horror scream.
• 2 skills every actor should know.
• Out of the ordinary self tapes tips and more!

*Suzanne Smith is an Emmy & Artios Award winning Casting Director with over 30 years experience. Her mentor, Rose Tobias Shaw, was a tough, funny and smart American Casting Doyenne who helped Suzanne sharpen her skills into the Casting Director she is today. Not one to let her dyslexia be an obstacle, Suzanne began her career casting musicals including Tommy, Carousel and Crazy for You. She segued into film and television where she continues to make her mark to this day.

In her downtime, Suzanne enjoys walks with her beautiful dog Annabella and taking kickboxing classes where she's been told she smiles whilst boxing. She also has an unusual talent for not needing a watch or alarm - she can wake up at any time thanks to her own internal clock.

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Where is the best place to live as an actor? Join talent manager Natasha Matallana Marken (Rebel Creative)* as she sits down with host Robert Peterpaul to unpack how actors can choose the right home base for them in a self-tape world. From knowing when you're ready to weighing the positives and negatives of cities around the world, we got you covered.

This episode explores:

• The age old question: NY or LA?
• Up and coming productions hubs to consider moving to.
• The honest truth about being a “local hire."
• Building community and representation before relocating.
• A practical checklist of questions to ask yourself before you decide.
• Rapid-fire acting advice from landing an agent to co-star auditions and more.

*Natasha Matallana Marken has been working in the entertainment arena for nearly 20 years. Formerly the founder & President of Take 3 Talent agency, Now, a manager, She comes to Rebel Creative Group with ample experience working with and representing artists in all mediums. Prior to Launching Rebel alongside her partner Sherry Kayne, Natasha spent some time in various positions working in the music industry at MTV, Radio Disney, WPLJ, and then eventually found herself in the modeling and later talent agency world. Formerly the founder & President of Take 3 Talent agency, a position she held for 15 years, alongside running a successful mid-sized office, Natasha personally oversaw Tv/Film/Packaging for T3T’s emerging talent division and developed and launched the careers of several name actors. On screen, some of the projects her client's have led include : James Cameron's Avatar: The Way of Water, Jurassic World: Rebirth, Amazon's The Summer I Turned Pretty, Netflix's Avatar: The Last Airbender, 9-1-1- Lone Star, Hulu's Tell Me Lies, HBOMax's Genera+ion, Netflix's The Night Agent, Netflix's XO, Kitty, AMC's Interview With The Vampire, Paramount +'s Star Trek Strange New Worlds, Netflix's newest hit Black Rabbit  and more. Her clients have also graced stages all over the globe in shows like Buena Vista Social Club, Shucked, Hadestown, MJ the Musical, In The Heights, Hamilton, Harry Potter, Ragtime, The Great Gatsby etc.      

Natasha holds a BA in music business management, graduated Valedictorian and Summa Cum Laude from FTC in NY. She is a huge country music fan, enjoys musical theater, cruising, fashion, travel, the ocean, a lovely neutral color palette with a touch of gold, and will admit that rom-coms are her guilty pleasure. She can usually be found at her beach house in Cape May NJ or traveling with her husband Dave and their Maltipoo, Toasty.

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How do I make an acting demo reel? Join producer and Reelarc co-founder Guy Chachkes* as he answers this important industry question alongside actor and host Robert Peterpaul. They breakdown 3 golden rules for making an impact with your TV/Film demo reel, from nailing the structure to creating your own dazzling scenes. 

This episode covers:

• How to hook casting in the first 8 seconds.
• What to include and not to include in every demo reel.
• How often to update your marketing materials.
• Ways to create a demo reel on any budget and more.

*Guy Chachkes is the CEO and Co-Founder of Reelarc, the leading demo reel production company in the United States. Since launching in 2014, Reelarc has produced more than 14,000 original cinematic scenes, helping thousands of actors clarify their brand, build industry-ready materials, and secure representation. Born in Tel Aviv, Guy began his journey in theatre and cinema as a teenager, directing dozens of short films. His career has since spanned acting, filmmaking, and entrepreneurship.

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Explore the ins and outs of actor networking with award-winning Casting Director Erica Jensen (Dickinson). The Calleri Jensen Davis-partner chats with host Robert Peterpaul about tangibles ways how actors can create meaningful industry connections through authentic interactions and genuine curiosity.

This episode covers:

• Digital first impressions and why they matter.
• Authentic actor networking in an oversaturated industry.
• Tangible ways of taking the pressure off, like focusing on building community, not just credits.
• What you can never go wrong by doing in the long game.

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Emmy-Nominated Casting Director Shaheen Baig sits down with host Robert Peterpaul to share her process for discovering raw talent and creating safe environments to thrive. Her acclaimed work on Netflix's Adolescence demonstrates how kindness, authenticity, and inclusivity can lead to extraordinary performances and productions.

This episode covers:

• Practical game-changing advice for in-person and virtual auditions.
• Finding undiscovered talent through extensive community searches, including Facebook Marketplace.
• How Owen Cooper stood out in a sea of 500+ self-tapes for Adolescence.
• Creating a supportive environment when working with young actors on challenging material.
• The importance of staying true to yourself rather than trying to fit industry molds.
• How being a "good person" is essential to the casting and production process and more.

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Rejection is part of an actor's journey, but renowned casting director Stephanie Klapper suggests we reframe how we think about it – not as a door slamming in our face, but as one color in the larger palette of our artistic experience. Join host Robert Peterpaul as he chats with the Casting Director about redefining rejection and staying motivated in the entertainment industry.

This episode covers:

• Why rejection isn't personal in a business that is personal 
• How merely getting an audition is a win today
• Tangible tips for navigating heartbreak and staying motivated and more

STEPHANIE KLAPPER is a New York based casting director and the founder of Stephanie Klapper Casting (SKC), an independent casting group. Her award-winning work is frequently seen on Broadway, Off-Broadway, regionally, on concert stages, film and television. Select recent credits include: the upcoming new musical, Mythic (Fall 2025 Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park/dir. Kathleen Marshall); The Crooked Cross (Mint Theater Off- Broadway Fall 2025); Garside’s Career (Mint Theater); The Night of the Iguana (Signature Theatre Center, Off-Broadway); among many others.

A graduate of New York’s Music and Art High School (The “Fame School”) and SUNY College at Purchase, she is a frequent guest teacher and lecturer at many colleges and universities around the country, including NYU’s New Studio on Broadway, USC, UNCSA, Syracuse University’s Tepper Semester and ESPA at Primary Stages. She is a mentor with NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts Women’s Mentorship Program, and Fordham High School for the Arts.

Stephanie and her team at SKC are passionate about arts education and working with creative teams to develop new work and expand the scope of established work. Connecting creative, caring people to each other to make extraordinary things happen along with working with emerging artists to help them develop their careers is amongst her greatest joys.

Board Member: Casting Society Cares; Member: Casting Society; Jimmy Awards Preliminary Judge; Advisory Board: Say Gay Plays.  www.klappercasting.com

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Tony Award-winning actress Lena Hall shares profound insights about the acting process, from combating self tape burnout to finding chemistry with lauded costars like Jon Hamm on Apple TV's YOUR FRIENDS & NEIGHBORS.

Alongside host Robert Peterpaul, this episode covers:

• How cold reads can be a performer's secret weapon.
• Why external success (like her Tony award) never guarantees internal peace.
• What true onscreen chemistry between actors is really rooted in.
• How she built an authentic performance of a character with mental health challenges.
• The magic of working with superstar Jon Hamm and more!

Lena Hall is perhaps best known for her Tony-winning turn in Hedwig and the Angry Inch. She’s also appeared on Broadway in Kinky Boots, 42nd Street, Tarzan and the revival of Little Shop of Horrors. Onscreen, she rocked 4 seasons of AMC’s SNOWPIERCER and recently returned to TV with the aforementioned YOUR FRIENDS & NEIGHBORS. Lena plays Jon Hamm's sister in the hit Apple series, which has already been renewed.

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Emmy-nominated Casting Director Seth Yanklewitz (New Girl, The Hangover) shares insights from his journey in Hollywood, blending wisdom from studio executive experience with his current return to independent casting at Yanklewitz-Pollack Casting.

Alongside host Robert Peterpaul, Seth discusses his authentic casting approach for Hulu's Deli Boys, the importance of building chemistry in ensembles, and practical audition advice that can transform actors' careers.

This episode covers:
• Acting choices Yanklewitz likes to see in self tapes.
• How he casts authentic (and kind) ensembles.
• The vital industry lesson Sandra Bullock taught him early on. 

Yanklewitz has led the casting of standout projects like Hulu’s Deli Boys, MGM+’s The Institute and Netflix’s #1 hit Incoming. His acclaimed credits span both film and television, earning multiple honors from the Casting Society. Prior to launching Yanklewitz-Pollack, he was Executive Vice President, Casting and Talent at MGM and MGM+. 

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This episode of "How We Role" features a candid conversation with Rose Rosen, a casting powerhouse with over 20 years of experience. Based in Tampa, Rose has cast hundreds of productions, including the iconic film Edward Scissorhands. Listeners will gain valuable insights into navigating the business of acting, as Rose shares five "golden guidelines" for building a long and fulfilling career.

The discussion covers:

• Crucial aspects of the acting world, like the importance of treating your acting career as a business.
• The power of genuine relationships over mere networking. 
• Rose also demystifies the audition process, offering practical advice on everything from self-tapes to the often-overlooked details of your casting profiles. 

This episode is a must-listen for any actor looking to understand the industry from a casting director's perspective and elevate their professional approach.

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Emmy-winning casting director Julie Schubert (Netflix's The Diplomat) shares insights from her prolific career, offering actors a glimpse into what really happens behind the casting table. Alongside host Robert Peterpaul, the CD reminds us to focus on the joy.

The episode covers:

• How bringing your unique point of view to auditions can get you cast.
• Why being kind and professional can set you apart from other talented actors.
• Her hack for nailing a co-star audition.
• Why callbacks are opportunities to enjoy the work, not stress tests, & more!

JULIE SCHUBERT is an Emmy winning casting director based in New York.
Select film and TV credits include: The Diplomat, Under the Bridge, House of Cards (Emmy Award for Outstanding Casting); Night Comes On (Sundance award winning feature), Deliver Us From Evil; Marvel's The Punisher; Marvel's Daredevil; Marvel's Jessica Jones; Marvel's Luke Cage; Marvel's Iron Fist; Marvel's The Defenders; Mindhunter; Confessions of a Shopaholic, among others. Plus working on iconic films like The Devil Wears Prada and The Departed early on in her career.

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