obSETHed

I met Korey Pollard when I was guest starring on the FOX show 9-1-1.
It was an amazing experience for MANY reasons, Korey being one of them!

Korey has worked as a 1st AD on many productions, and worked his way up to get there. 

*In this episode, we talk about: 
*what a 1st AD does, 
*how he got involved in the business,
*how an ad for background work  led to a principal role in the film STAND BY ME, 
*recovery from addiction and motivation to keep going,
*the Lake Arrowhead International Film Festival
...and so much more!

I can't wait for you to know Mr. Korey Pollard!

Gianna Butler is the bees knees.

Whatever that means.

She is nominated for a 2020 Artios Award as a Casting Director for THE REAL BROS OF SIMI VALLEY.

And also nominated as a Casting Associate for the sitcom FULLER HOUSE.

She is young, ambitious, fun, clever, kind, talented and lovable. 
I am so glad to get to introduce you to her and her unique approach to Casting!

I don't know how these two have time to sleep. 
This is just a partial list of the projects they cast:
BLACKISH
MIXEDISH
GROWNISH
KOBRA KAI
JUICY STORIES
SCROLL WHEEL OF TIME
and they are Artios nominees for FULLER HOUSE!

They also happen to be awesome humans. 
I am so proud to know them and I am positive you will love this episode!

Mike Eisenstadt is the President of Amsel, Eisenstadt, Frazier & Hinojosa Talent Agency in Los Angeles. (AEFH)

He is also one of the three adult theatrical agents at the firm, so he has his hand in many aspects of the talent representation business.

Additionally, Mike is nominated for a HELLER AWARD from THE TALENT MANAGERS ASSOCIATION!
more info can be found here about the ceremony:
www.thehellerawards.com

In this episode, I get to sit down and talk with him about:
his career journey,
how is office works,
what makes him want to work with an actor, 
his thoughts about the future of the business...and much more!

I am sure you will get a lot out of the episode, and special thanks to www.tavolettacreative.com for the gift!

-Seth

Yes, Geralyn Flood casts sitcoms.
Yes, Geralyn Flood casts dramas.
Yes, Geralyn Flood casts for network.
Yes, Geralyn Flood casts for cable.
And YES! She is the star of the obSETHed episode called FLOOD GATES!

Literally she does it all!
We are beyond lucky to have her on the podcast.

'nough said?
-Seth

Casting Director Russell Boast is the this week's guest on the obSETHed podcast. 

Not long after recording this, it was announced that he was nominated for an Artios Award for Excellence in Casting.

He is the current president of the CSA, and is a champion in the diversity and inclusion mission.

A great CD and great human, I am so proud to introduce you to him and present this opportunity for you to learn from one of the best!!!

-Seth

M'saada Nia is a talented Casting Director. 
Her company is called COPACETIC CASTING and she has worked on many different types of projects. From New Media to Motion Pictures.

But....did you know that she was once a cast member on MTV's ROAD RULES?

WHAAAAT? I'm obsessed!

Also, thank you once again to www.tavoletacreative.com for the great gift for M'saada. 
She loved it.

My friend Julie Ashton is so much fun!! 
She casts so many hit projects and is always so authentic.
Just to name drop a few:
WILL & GRACE
BIG MOUTH
BOB'S BURGER

We usually get together and have a good laugh. 
Thought I would spread the joy!
-Seth
www.obSETHed.com

Together, Julie, Candace and their assistant Cassie, are the Adult Commercial department at DDO Artists Agency in Los Angeles. 

There is so much to learn about the world of commercials, and there are the right people to start with. 

DDO has offices in LA, NY and Chicago. 
Their departments represent adult and youth actors for commercial and theatrical, as well as models and voice over artists. 

http://ddoagency.com/

Special thanks to www.tavolettacreative.com for the amazing gift for the ladies!
-Seth
www.obsethed.com