EP198: A New Chapter - The Evolution Beyond Auditions

In this short but pivotal episode, I'm sharing a major shift in direction for Inside the Audition, and why this moment marks the beginning of something much bigger.

After nearly 200 episodes helping actors stand out and book roles, I'm pulling back the curtain on a deeper realization: talent and skill alone are no longer enough.

There's a missing factor that determines who gets chosen, remembered, and trusted.

Your Human Magnetic Presence.

In this episode, I introduce the concept of the "Presence Gap", the invisible difference between what you're capable of and how you're actually perceived. It's the reason highly trained, talented individuals still get overlooked in auditions, on stage, and in business.

I also shares the personal turning point that led to this evolution, including a defining moment speaking on stage at Business By Design Live, where I recognized a larger calling beyond the audition room.

This realization led to the creation of a new podcast:

Magnetic Presence Podcast

In This Episode:

• Why talent, training, and strategy are no longer enough to stand out
• The "Presence Gap" and how it quietly limits your opportunities
• How AI is changing the landscape—and why human presence is becoming the only true differentiator
• The deeper reason some people consistently get chosen while others get overlooked
• The internal identity shift required to evolve to your next level
• The story behind Joey's expansion beyond auditions into a broader mission

Who This Next Chapter Is For:

• Actors who want to stop being overlooked and start booking consistently
• Speakers who want to command attention and leave a lasting impact
• Coaches, creators, and experts who rely on trust, influence, and connection
• Personal brands who know they're capable of more but aren't being fully seen

What's Coming Next

The new podcast will explore:

• Magnetic presence and how to develop it
• Authority, attention, and influence in a crowded world
• Communication, performance, and human connection
• Standing out in the age of AI and automation
• Turning presence into real-world results: bookings, clients, and opportunities

Important Update

Inside the Audition is officially pausing as I transition into this next evolution.

These episodes will remain available for a limited time. If you've found value here, consider downloading your favorites.

Next Step

The first episodes of Magnetic Presence Podcast drop Monday, May 4 on all major platforms.

Follow now on your preferred platform so you don't miss the launch.

If you've been part of this journey so far, this is where it expands.

Links & Resources

• Magnetic Presence Podcast on Youtube
• Magnetic Presence Podcast on Apple Podcasts
• Magnetic Presence Podcast on Spotify
• Discover More Ways to Work with Me at joeyfreddylarsen.com
• Joey Freddy Larsen Youtube
• Joey Freddy Larsen on Instagram
• Joey Freddy Larsen on TikTok

Ep 197 – From Open Mic Dabbler To Paid Pro

What if you could turn your late night open mics and bar shows into a real career on stage and on screen, without going broke, burning out, or killing the joy that made you start in the first place?

In this solo episode of Inside the Audition, I answer 6 raw, honest questions from one of my clients who wants to go full time in comedy. I walk through what I actually did, what I would do differently now, and how you can use the same principles whether you are a comedian, actor, or any performer who wants to get paid for what you love.

If you feel stuck between "I love this" and "how do I make money from this," this one is for you.

In this episode, I share:

• How I went from unpaid open mics to higher paying gigs The real steps that moved me from "I will perform for beer and wings" to corporates, keynotes, and paid shows, plus the stuff I would skip if I was starting again today.

• Craft vs cash, and why they are not the same game How to think about getting really good at what you do, and separately, how to think about making money from it, so you stop confusing the two and beating yourself up.

• How to handle the money roller coaster without frying your nervous system Day jobs, runway, expenses, when to quit, when not to, and how I would set things up now so you can pursue your art without living in constant panic.

• The "writing vs hustling" question How much time should you spend on new material vs finding gigs and opportunities, what "balance" actually looks like, and how I personally create new material in real life, not in theory.

• Mentors, coaches, and why I lost years trying to lone wolf it The story of the headliner who took me on the road, what I learned from generous veterans, and why I now put so much value on coaching, acting classes, business coaching, and real communities.

• How to actually network with full time comedians without being weird Where to show up, how to become part of the community, why hosting your own show is a cheat code, and simple ways to build real relationships instead of awkward transactions.

• Staying positive when you are not booking as many gigs as you want Why tying your happiness to "how many shows I have this month" is a trap, how I think about slow seasons now, and what to do when your calendar is light so you do not spiral.

• Performing in the States and visas How my dual citizenship works, what most Canadian and international performers pursue instead, and what you should start saving and documenting now if the US is in your future.

• The bigger game: who you are being, not just what you are doing Getting specific about what you actually want your career to look like, why energy and identity matter more than any single tactic, and how to think long term while still being ready for magic today.

Rough timestamps

• 00:00 Why I turned one client's text into a full episode

• 03:04 Craft vs money, and why you need to separate them

• 07:06 My early days saying yes to almost everything

• 10:08 Being a pro on and off stage so shows lead to more shows

• 18:42 Handling money, quitting your job, and not nuking your nervous system

• 20:48 Writing new material vs hustling for gigs

• 24:59 Mentors, coaching, and the cost of doing it alone

• 32:12 Where to actually meet and connect with working comics

• 36:02 Staying optimistic when you are not booking

• 42:33 Working in the US and the O 1 conversation

• 44:56 Bonus: getting brutally clear on what you really want

Sponsored by: Monologue of the Month Club

If you are serious about performing and you want to go from unseen to unforgettable and book your next lead role, join Monologue of the Month Club.

Inside the club, you will:

• Build a powerful body of monologues you can actually use

• Discover how to tand out in every audition

• Grow into the lead actor in your career and your life

Join us at MonologueClub.com.

Connect with me

• Instagram: @joeyfreddylarsen

• Website: JoeyFreddyLarsen.com

  • Learn about Actors Audition Club

  • Join my courses and workshops

  • Book me as a speaker, comedian, or emcee for your next event

If you have a question you want me to answer on a future episode, send me a DM on Instagram and tell me where you are stuck in your career right now.

🎙 Inside the Audition – EPISODE 196

🎧 "The One Demo That Changes Everything (But Most Actors Don't Have)" with voice coach and demo producer Moneen Daley

🎙 Most actors are chasing roles with their face. But the smart ones are getting paid with their voice. In today's episode, we reveal the one marketing asset that opens doors to remote gigs, recurring income, and creative freedom. Most actors don't have it. You can.

🎙 IN THIS EPISODE:

Actors are often told to build their reel and get seen. But in a $6 billion voiceover industry... What about getting heard?

In this powerful conversation with voice actor, coach, and demo producer Moneen Daley, you'll discover how to unlock one of the most underused income streams in acting. You don't need to move to LA, chase auditions, or burn out on set.

💡 WHAT YOU'LL LEARN WHEN YOU LISTEN:

🎧 Why a professional voice demo is your most important missing marketing tool 🧠 The three mindset shifts to overcome creative blocks and limiting beliefs 🗣 Moneen's "Vibe and Voice" system to stand out in any audition 💼 What makes a great demo reel that actually gets you booked 🚀 Why AI is not the threat actors think it is and how to rise above it 💸 The fastest-growing voiceover markets that most actors overlook 🎭 Why mastery, not hustle, is the future of creative income 🧘‍♀️ How to change your self-talk and energy at the mic 📣 A behind-the-scenes look at how Moneen helps actors build reels that land work

A voiceover demo is more than a reel. It's your fastest path to creative freedom, recurring income, and consistent work as an actor.

🎁 BONUS: FREE VOICEOVER WORKSHOP

Want to test the waters and get personal coaching from Moneen?

Join our FREE Live Voiceover Workshop (virtual)

📅 Includes: ✔️ Breath and vocal warm-ups ✔️ Voiceover script reads ✔️ Live direction and feedback ✔️ Q and A on gear, gigs, and getting started 📲 DM "MO VIBE" to @joeyfreddylarsen 📧 Or email [email protected] with subject: Mo VibeSpots are limited.

Don't wait.

🔧 WANT A PRO DEMO REEL?

Moneen is now accepting a few new 1-on-1 clients for her Voice Demo Creation Program, where she helps you:

🎙️ Find your niche and market fit 💡 Discover your authentic voice style 🎬 Produce a custom demo that books work 🗂️ Create a brand kit and positioning statement 🎯 Learn where to post it, pitch it, and get hired

🌐 Start here: GetMoVibe.com 🎁 Mention Inside the Audition or Monologue Club for extra bonuses

✨ OTHER WAYS TO WORK WITH US:

🎭 Join Monologue of the Month Club to build your reel, get coached, and grow into your next lead role 🎥 Book 1-on-1 coaching at Actors Audition Club 🎙 Submit to be a guest at InsideTheAudition.com

🎯 QUICK ACTION STEPS:

✅ DM "MO VIBE" on Instagram ✅ Visit GetMoVibe.com ✅ Join the free workshop or go all-in with a custom demo reel

💬 P.S. AI will never have what you do. Emotion. Breath. Humanity. And a demo reel is how you let them hear it.

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This one's different. It's not about audition technique. It's about you. Your real life. The role you're already playing and the one you'll be remembered for.

After attending a celebration of life for a family friend, I reflect on a truth too many actors learn too late:

💥 "There's no callback that can replace a moment that matters with the people you love."

If you're chasing every gig and saying yes out of fear… If you're burning out while trying to "make it"… If you feel guilty for choosing rest, or family, or joy...

This episode is your wake-up call.

Your permission slip.

Your full-body YES.

💡 YOU'LL WALK AWAY WITH: 🎯 A powerful reminder: You're already playing a lead role in your own life. ❤️ Why acting should support your family life, not steal from it 🧠 How to reframe the 'grind' and stop saying yes to things that feel like a no 🧘‍♂️ How to move from work-life balance to work-life harmony 🚫 The lie of hustle culture and how to escape it for good 🌱 A vision for a career that fits your actual life (not one that demands you abandon it)

✨ HEADLINE TRUTH: 🎬 You are the writer. 🎬 You are the director. 🎬 You are the lead.

So… is the story you're telling one that you love?

🎯 READY TO BUILD A CAREER THAT LOVES YOU BACK? 📦 Join Monologue of the Month Club Your monthly ritual to rehearse, record, and rise.

Actors from across the world are mastering monologues, building their reels, and landing lead roles, all for just $37/month.

This isn't just coaching. It's community. It's creative fuel. It's your spotlight every single month.

🎤 Rehearse it. Record it. Rise. → Join here

🛠️ RESOURCES & LINKS:• 💌 Subscribe to Lead Actor Weekly – Get weekly acting and audition insights in your inbox every Monday.

• 🎭 Join Monologue of the Month Club - Master a new monologue every month to grow from unseen to unforgettable and land your next lead role.

• 🎙 Be a guest on Inside the Audition - Share your powerful story of transformation with other actors.

• 📲 DM Joey on Instagram

🙌 P.S. You're allowed to build your acting career without sacrificing your life to do it. You don't need to grind yourself into the ground to be successful. Your next audition might land you a role. But your next moment of presence? That's legacy.

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🎥 Need help shooting your next audition? Book a private coaching session now at actorsauditionclub.com

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🔹 New to Inside the Audition? Grab your FREE tools:

• Audition Success Checklist: https://www.actorsauditionclub.com/checklist — Discover the proven process to shoot stand out auditions every single time.

• Lead Role Tracker: https://www.actorsauditionclub.com/tracker — Track your auditions like a pro and start seeing real progress.

💬 Ready to connect with other actors? Join our free Monologue Jam community on FB HERE — Collaborate, ask questions, and stay inspired with working actors around the world.

🎥 Binge more episodes and get your weekly dose of audition wisdom: Inside the Audition Podcast: https://www.insidetheaudition.com — Learn from real working actors, casting pros, and top coaches every week.

📲 Let's connect on Instagram: Follow me @joeyfreddylarsen to get more tips, ask questions, suggest topics for future episodes, or apply to be my next guest.

▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube: Subscribe and catch the video version here: https://www.youtube.com/@actorsauditionclub

🎧 TL;DL: Your most powerful auditions don't come from perfection—they come from presence. In this episode, I chat with actor, poet, filmmaker, and self-described "soldier of the arts" Kody Poisson for a deep dive into what it really takes to drop the armor and deliver an unforgettable performance.

From growing up in the mountains of Germany to training in the UK, from crashing and burning in auditions to getting a single life-changing redirect, Kody shares what it takes to go from rigid performance to intuitive artistry.

Whether you're overthinking your self-tapes, stuck in your head, or just need a reminder of why you started this journey in the first place… this episode is your reset button.

🎯 Key Takeaways You'll Love:

🎭 Why "intellectual armor" is killing your performances—and how to drop it

🎯 The surprising redirect that changed Kody's entire approach to acting

🧪 What it means to live in the laboratory of the imagination

🍳 Why you should stop being an "artistic waiter" and start being a "culinary expert"

🎬 How to find truth in the moment instead of chasing perfection

🎥 Why Kody left the traditional path to create his own projects as a guerrilla filmmaker

🧠 How coaching other actors deepened his own artistic process

🔄 The trap of endless takes—and the real reason your 10th one never lands

🎬 Big Questions We Answer (That'll Make You Hit Play Fast!):

What do casting directors actually want—and why is it impossible to guess?

How can you stop trying to "win" the audition and start showing up as your fullest self?

Why is trying harder sometimes the exact wrong move?

What's the real difference between preparation and performance—and how do you know when you've crossed the line?

How can indie filmmaking and acting training fuel each other—and help you build a creative life on your terms?

🎧 Tune in now to hear Kody's powerful take on why your best audition isn't planned—it's felt. This conversation might just change how you approach your next lead role.

Connect with Kody: 📸 IG: @kodypoissonfilm

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🎭 Ready to stop waiting and start creating your next lead role? Join the Monologue of the Month Club to get supportive coaching and workshops so you can build your demo reel and land your next lead role.

Turn a single monologue into your most powerful marketing tool and get expert coaching every month. Get started at monologueclub.com

🎥 Need help with your next self-tape audition? Book a 1 on 1 coaching session now at actorsauditionclub.com

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🔹 New to Inside the Audition? Grab your FREE tools:

• Audition Success Checklist: https://www.actorsauditionclub.com/checklist — Discover how to find a "Made-for-You" monologue that finally feels like you.

• Lead Role Tracker: https://www.actorsauditionclub.com/tracker — Track your auditions like a pro and start seeing real progress.

💬 Ready to connect with other actors? Join our free Monologue Jam community on FB HERE — Collaborate, ask questions, and stay inspired with working actors around the world.

🎥 Binge more episodes and get your weekly dose of audition wisdom: Inside the Audition Podcast: https://www.insidetheaudition.com — Learn from real working actors, casting pros, and top coaches every week.

📲 Let's connect on Instagram: Follow me @joeyfreddylarsen to get more tips, ask questions, suggest topics for future episodes, or apply to be my next guest.

▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube: Subscribe and catch the video version here: https://www.youtube.com/@actorsauditionclub

TL;DR: Get ready for the most transformative coaching session you'll ever hear.

In this episode, I sit down with Danya Douglas Hunt, a former Olympic therapist turned mindset master, to crack open the beliefs and inner blocks that keep you playing small.

This isn't about working harder—it's about showing up with unshakeable confidence, booking the roles you're meant for, and finally stepping into your power.

Key Takeaways You'll Love:

🎯 Olympic-level performance secrets for the audition room

🎯 Why your biggest breakthroughs won't come from another acting class

🎯 How to flip the script on self-doubt and finally own your spotlight

🎯 The real reason fear of visibility is killing your bookings (and how to shift it)

🎯 A simple 3-step tool to reframe rejection—so it never rattles you again

🎯 The difference between employee and entrepreneur mindset—and why it matters for actors

🎯 How to train your nervous system to handle bigger roles and bigger paychecks

🎯 The "future memory" trick to become the lead actor you want to be

Big Questions We Answer (That'll Make You Hit Play Fast!):

🎬 What's the hidden reason talented actors still bomb big auditions?

🎬 How can a knee injury recovery plan reveal the secret to unstoppable acting success?

🎬 What's the one shift you can make to finally stop playing small in your career?

🎬 And… what's next for Danya—and how can it help you play bigger too?

🎧 Tune in now to see how you can harness your mindset to land bigger roles—and a bigger life.

Connect with Danya:

IG: @danyadouglashunt

Listen to the Play Bigger with Danya Podcast

Take Danya's Money Frequency Quiz

Join the Money Vortex

Join the Money Frequency Program Waitlist

danyadouglashunt.com

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🎭 Ready to stop waiting and start creating your next lead role? Join the Monologue of the Month Club to get supportive coaching and workshops so you can build your demo reel and land your next lead role.

Turn a single monologue into your most powerful marketing tool and get expert coaching every month. Get started at monologueclub.com

🎥 Need help with your next self-tape audition? Book a 1 on 1 coaching session now at actorsauditionclub.com

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🔹 New to Inside the Audition? Grab your FREE tools:

• Audition Success Checklist: https://www.actorsauditionclub.com/checklist — Discover how to find a "Made-for-You" monologue that finally feels like you.

• Lead Role Tracker: https://www.actorsauditionclub.com/tracker — Track your auditions like a pro and start seeing real progress.

💬 Ready to connect with other actors? Join our free Monologue Jam community on FB HERE — Collaborate, ask questions, and stay inspired with working actors around the world.

🎥 Binge more episodes and get your weekly dose of audition wisdom: Inside the Audition Podcast: https://www.insidetheaudition.com — Learn from real working actors, casting pros, and top coaches every week.

📲 Let's connect on Instagram: Follow me @joeyfreddylarsen to get more tips, ask questions, suggest topics for future episodes, or apply to be my next guest.

▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube: Subscribe and catch the video version here: https://www.youtube.com/@actorsauditionclub

🎧 A Special Crossover Episode with the Mind Your Business Podcast

This is the episode I've been dreaming of.

I finally got to share my full story on James Wedmore's Mind Your Business Podcast — and now I'm bringing that conversation straight to you.

If you're an actor, comedian, or creator juggling auditions, day jobs, and side hustles... wondering how the hell to build something sustainable — this is your wake-up call.

I walk you through how I went from an actor with a duct-taped, do-it-all-myself coaching business to building two digital memberships that now bring in over $93K/year — all while staying in the industry, booking roles, and even traveling the world.

It started with one decision: enrolling in Business by Design after attending The Rise of the Digital CEO training. And in this episode, I unpack every lesson I learned from it.

🔑 What You'll Learn in This Episode: The one belief shift that helped me escape the starving artist trap

How I built Actors Audition Club and Monologue of the Month Club into recurring income streams

Why this free training from James Wedmore is more valuable than courses I paid $5K for

What happened when I finally raised my prices and stopped doing it all myself

The wild story of hiring 7 coaches in a week — and what came next

How to launch your first offer (even if you don't have it built yet)

Why I believe every actor, artist, or coach needs to own their own audience

BONUS: My private Q&A with James on burnout, creativity, and building a business that supports your art

🧠 This Is for You If… You're tired of chasing gigs with nothing to show for it

You want your creativity to fund your life, not just your resume

You've thought about creating a course, workshop, or membership — but don't know where to start

You're done feeling burnt out and underpaid for your talent

You want your business to feel like you (not a corporate machine)

🪄 Teasers That'll Keep You Listening: The $25K investment I never thought I'd make — and why it unlocked everything

What really changed when I joined Business by Design

How I got 250 new clients from a single voicemail

The launch strategy I ditched — and what I use now instead

What I tell every actor who's afraid to "sell" online

💥 Don't Miss This: The Rise of the Digital CEO — the free 3-part training that started everything for me — is happening NOW.

🧠 It only opens once a year. You don't want to wait another 12 months.

📲 Comment "RISE" on Instagram @joeyfreddylarsen or register instantly HERE.

🎁 PLUS, when you join Business By Design, you'll unlock $2,888 in exclusive bonuses I created to help actors and creatives launch their digital business faster with less stress. You'll get the full bonus breakdown here: www.actorsauditionclub.com/bbd

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🎭 Ready to stop waiting and start creating your next lead role? Join the Monologue of the Month Club to get supportive coaching, rehearsal workshops and footage you can use to build your reel and land your next lead role.

Turn a single monologue into your most powerful marketing tool and get expert coaching every month. Get started at www.monologueclub.com

🎥 Need help with your next self-tape audition? Book a 1 on 1 coaching session now at actorsauditionclub.com

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🔹 New to Inside the Audition? Grab your FREE toolkit:

• Audition Success Checklist: https://www.actorsauditionclub.com/checklist — Discover how to find a "Made-for-You" monologue that finally feels like you.

• Lead Role Tracker: https://www.actorsauditionclub.com/tracker — Track your auditions like a pro and start seeing real progress.

💬 Ready to connect with other actors? Join our free Monologue Jam community on FB HERE — Collaborate, ask questions, and stay inspired with working actors around the world.

🎥 Binge more episodes and get your weekly dose of audition wisdom: Inside the Audition Podcast: https://www.insidetheaudition.com — Learn from real working actors, casting pros, and top coaches every week.

📲 Let's connect on Instagram: Follow me @joeyfreddylarsen to get more tips, ask questions, suggest topics for future episodes, or apply to be my next guest.

▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube: Subscribe and catch the video version here: https://www.youtube.com/@actorsauditionclub

What happens when you stop shrinking yourself to fit the mold—and start auditioning like you?

In this powerful and inspiring episode, I sit down with Hools Kay Wyder, a proudly queer, asexual, non-binary, and neurodivergent actor, coach, and creative force. From their early days in musical theatre to carving out space in the world of film, Hools shares what it really takes to stand out in the audition room—without compromising who they are.

If you've ever felt like you don't quite "fit" in this industry, this episode is your permission slip to stop apologizing and start showing up as your full, bold self.

🎬 What You'll Learn: Why individuality is your greatest asset in the room

How to prepare like a pro—without overthinking it

The truth about casting directors (hint: they're rooting for you)

What it takes to transition from stage to screen successfully

How coaching others can unlock your own growth as an actor

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🎭 Ready to stop waiting and start creating your next lead role? Join the Monologue of the Month Club to get supportive coaching, rehearsal workshops and footage you can use to build your reel and land your next lead role.

Turn a single monologue into your most powerful marketing tool and get expert coaching every month. Get started at www.monologueclub.com

🎥 Need help with your next self-tape audition? Book a 1 on 1 coaching session now at actorsauditionclub.com

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🔹 New to Inside the Audition? Grab your FREE toolkit:

• Audition Success Checklist: https://www.actorsauditionclub.com/checklist — Discover how to find a "Made-for-You" monologue that finally feels like you.

• Lead Role Tracker: https://www.actorsauditionclub.com/tracker — Track your auditions like a pro and start seeing real progress.

💬 Ready to connect with other actors? Join our free Monologue Jam community on FB HERE — Collaborate, ask questions, and stay inspired with working actors around the world.

🎥 Binge more episodes and get your weekly dose of audition wisdom: Inside the Audition Podcast: https://www.insidetheaudition.com — Learn from real working actors, casting pros, and top coaches every week.

📲 Let's connect on Instagram: Follow me @joeyfreddylarsen to get more tips, ask questions, suggest topics for future episodes, or apply to be my next guest.

▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube: Subscribe and catch the video version here: https://www.youtube.com/@actorsauditionclub

What happens when you show up to your first big audition... and completely bomb?

In this episode, I'm joined by actor, model, and new Actors Audition Club coach Sahil Zirvi, who shares the painful (and powerful) story of the audition that could have broken him... and why it turned out to be the wake-up call that changed everything.

We talk about:

• The one mistake that ruined Sahil's shot at a major role — and why he never made it again

• The harsh reality of being judged by casting in your first 30 seconds (or less)

• What makes a "professional" audition — and why most actors still don't rehearse enough

• Why it's not about memorizing lines (and what to do instead)

• How coaching others actually helped Sahil level up his own acting process

• The mindset shift that turns rejection into a badge of honour (instead of a reason to quit)

Plus, we go behind-the-scenes of what it's really like to:

• Book an international commercial that flies you business class to Europe

• Get invited to join Actors Audition Club as a coach

• Be in the room with casting and see an actor lose a role over one single word

You'll walk away from this one with a renewed commitment to preparation, a few laughs, and a massive boost of inspiration to show up like a pro every single time.

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🌟 Want to land more auditions and book your next lead role? Join the Monologue of the Month Club: https://www.monologueclub.com — Turn a single monologue into your most powerful marketing tool and get expert coaching every month.

🔹 New to Inside the Audition? Grab your FREE toolkit:

• Audition Success Checklist: https://www.actorsauditionclub.com/checklist.com — Discover how to find a "Made-for-You" monologue that finally feels like you.

• Lead Role Tracker: https://www.actorsauditionclub.com/tracker — Track your auditions like a pro and start seeing real progress.

💬 Ready to connect with other actors? Join our free Monologue Jam community on FB HERE — Collaborate, ask questions, and stay inspired with working actors around the world.

🎥 Binge more episodes and get your weekly dose of audition wisdom: Inside the Audition Podcast: https://www.insidetheaudition.com — Learn from real working actors, casting pros, and top coaches every week.

📲 Let's connect on Instagram: Follow me @joeyfreddylarsen to get more tips, ask questions, suggest topics for future episodes, or apply to be my next guest.

▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube: Subscribe and catch the video version here: https://www.youtube.com/@joeyfreddylarsen

🎙 She Was Just a Reader… Until the Director Gave Her the Job!

What happens when you treat every opportunity like it's yours to book — even when you're not auditioning? In this powerful episode, Alexandra Fiallos shares how she landed a commercial by accident, why Shakespeare is still a booking machine in 2025, and how coaching actors turned into one of her greatest creative callings.

Whether you're just getting started or gunning for your next lead role, this conversation is a masterclass in preparation, mindset, and artistic ownership. It's the episode actors didn't know they needed — until now.

🔥 Inside This Episode:

• What happened when Alexandra was just reading for her sister… and booked the role herself
• Why most actors self-sabotage their self-tapes — and how to stop doing it instantly
• The #1 mistake actors make when choosing a reader (and what it costs them)
• How Shakespeare helped Alexandra feel understood in a language that wasn't even her own
• Why your "moment before" might be the most important thing in your audition
• The coaching philosophy that shifts actors from insecure to unstoppable
• How to create "directorial sparks" that get you remembered, even if you don't book
• What to do when you get a bad script — and still want to stand out
• Why memorizing is overrated — and what to focus on instead
• The subtle self-sabotage actors do in the room… that turns off casting without them knowing

🎭 Plus: The role Alexandra thought was a horse (spoiler: it wasn't), how she landed Desdemona in one week, and what makes her cry tears of joy in coaching sessions.

🎧 Ready to step into your starring role? Hit play now — and if you love it, share this episode with an actor who's ready to go from stuck to starring.

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🎭 Your Next Lead Role Starts Now: One powerful monologue can change everything — and inside Monologue of the Month Club, you'll create performances that get you seen, signed, and booked. Every month, you'll sharpen your craft, build a standout reel, and move closer to the lead roles you deserve.

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