In this week's episode, we are joined by the iconic, incomparable, highly requested, Beth Melsky. We ask Beth burning questions like 'What really pisses you off?', 'Do you still get anxious before a job?' and 'What would someone be surprised to know about you?' She gives us insight on how the industry has changed since she founded Beth Melsky Casting and where she sees it going in the future.

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00:00 - 00:23 - Intro

00:24 - 01:48 - Beth's Journey

01:49 - 02:44 - Favorite Part of Casting

02:45 - 03:13 - We Still Get Nervous

03:14 - 06:07 - Bookings that Surprise Us

06:08 - 07:44 - What Do You Miss About Casting?

07:45 - 09:30 - What Do You Love Outside of Casting?

09:31 - 11:58 - Where Do You Find New Talent?

11:59 - 14:30 - What Really Pisses You Off?

14:31 - 14:58 - What Stands Out to You?

14:59 - 17:24 - Do You Have a 'Grudge List'?

17:25 - 22:45 - Know Your Union Status

22:46 - 29:35 - The Future of the Industry

29:36 - 30:23 - Do the Work

30:24 - 32:30 - Beth Asks US a Question

32:31 - 34:18 - You've Built an Empire

34:19 - 34:48 - Outro

In today's episode, we are joined by the wearer of many hats (but not Crocs). Real people casting director, musician, entrepreneur, and many people's favorite person, Nef Jones.

One half of Jones & Juliet Casting, Nef dives into her journey starting in street casting, why clients ask for "real people" instead of actors, and the campaign that left her speechless.

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00:00 - 00:48 - Nef Intro

00:49 - 02:58 - Nef’s Story

02:59 - 05:20 - Street Casting to Real People Casting

05:21 - 06:36 - How Real People Casting Has Changed

06:37 - 08:23 - Why Cast Real People Instead of Actors?

08:24 - 10:29 - Philips SimplyGo 9/11 Campaign

10:30 - 11:19 - Worst Real People Gig

11:20 - 12:19 - Nef’s Husband Jimi K Bones

12:20 -  14:54 - Haven Kids Rock

14:55 - 17:22 - Difference Between Actors and Real People

17:23 - 19:01 - The Challenges of Real People Casting

19:02 - 23:25 - We’re Taking Care of Each Other

23:26 - 24:57 - Documentary Casting 

24:58 - 26:29 - Home Depot Disaster Relief Doc

26:30 - 27:12 - Outro

This episode we are joined by the incomparable casting duo Mia Cusumano and Meghan Rafferty (The Better Sister, The Leftovers). Mia and Meghan invite us into their casting process for their new show, The Better Sister, thoughts about this new era of self taping, and a famous actor they always knew would be a star.

We had a wonderful time asking them about the differences between legit casting and commercial casting, Meghan's experience as an actor and casting director, and advice they have for people just starting out in casting.

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Welcome to 'Mental Health Minute'! A new segment where we talk about all the things we have in common that we're too afraid to talk about.

We are all human. We all have self doubts. Let's talk about it.

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In episode 4, Stacy, Lauren and Brooke sit down with talent agent, Phil Cassese! Phil talks about his start in music, his ambition to become the successful talent agent he is today, and the advice he gives his actors who aren't booking roles.

Many actors ask the question, 'Is it more important that I meet a talent agent or casting director?' The answer? Both! Phil and Stacy also discuss their popular commercial improv class, 'Drop In', how it started and why they believe actors keep coming back.

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00:00 - 00:12 - Intro

00:13 - 01:11 - Phil's Start in Music

01:12 - 01:40 - Becomes a Talent Agent

01:41 - 02:47 - Phil & Stacy Meet!

02:48 - 05:40 - UCB Talent / Going to Live Shows

05:41 - 08:04 - How Do You Build a Roster? / Non Union

08:05 - 09:23 - Relationship Between Talent Agents & Casting Directors

09:24 - 11:46 - How Drop In Started

11:47 - 13:47 - We Have Your Back

13:48 - 17:56 - Things Are Happening Behind the Scenes

17:57 - 19:46 - You Are Enough

19:47 - 20:45 - How Fast Do You Know an Actor 'Has It'?

20:46 - 21:25 - Thank You, Phil!

21:26 - 21:36 - Outro

In this week's commercial break, Brooke, Mary, Stacy, and Lauren answer YOUR questions about self tapes!

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In this week's episode, we sat down with casting director and long time friend of Brooke and Mary, Rebecca Yarsin! Being introduced to the business at an early age, Rebecca grew a love for theater and being involved in the process of making a show.

She shares her college experience, favorite early career memories, why she ultimately made the switch to on camera casting, and what she would tell her younger self.

00:00 - 00:10 - Intro

00:11 - 00:30 - Welcome Rebecca Yarsin

00:31 - 03:20 - Rebecca's Journey

03:21 - 05:54 - Switching Paths

05:55 - 08:29 - On Camera Casting

08:30 - 10:11 - The Unexpected

10:12 - 11:58 - Japanese Chocolate

11:59 - 13:06 - We Knew Them When

13:07 - 14:19 - It All Happens For a Reason

14:20 - 16:01 - Teaching at NYU

16:02 - 16:54 - Rebecca's Broadway Recommendations

16:55 - 17:09 - Outro

17:10 - 22:01 - RECAP & The Choices We Make

In this week's commercial break, Brooke, Mary and Stacy talk about lying on your resume and special skills as well as knowing and communicating your conflicts!

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In this week's episode, we sit down with casting director and co host Lauren Charkow! We chat with Lauren about the moment in her conservatory program that sparked her interest in casting, the wonderful projects she has had the opportunity to work on since, and how she spends her time while she’s not working.

Join us as we welcome an amazing co-host, casting director, mother and friend!

00:00 - 00:35 - Intro

00:36 - 01:11 - Welcome Lauren Charkow!

01:12 - 04:20 - Lauren's Story

04:21 - 07:44 - Documentaries / Real People Casting

07:45 - 09:42 - Motherhood

09:43 - 11:38 - What Do You Do When You're Not Busy?

11:39 - 13:39 - How Can Actors Find Their Community?

13:40 - 16:35 - Transition from College to NYC

16:36 - 22:07 - Our Kids Aren't Nepo Babies, We Swear!

22:08 - 23:17 - Movies & TV Shows We're Watching

23:18 - 24:05 - Outro

In our first commercial break, Brooke, Mary and Stacy will describe how a commercial is made, at what point in the process casting gets involved, and who ultimately decides which actor books the job.

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