The Late Bloomer Actor

Brian Patacca returns from last year's final episode and  shares his insights on the duality of acting as both an art and a business. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining artistic integrity while navigating the complexities of representation and the industry. Brian discusses his transformative coaching approach, which helps actors overcome limiting beliefs and build meaningful relationships with agents and managers. The conversation also touches on resilience in the face of rejection, the significance of continuous engagement with the industry, and practical advice for aspiring actors looking to thrive in their careers.

Takeaways

• Focus on the craft of acting while understanding the business side.
• Transformative coaching can help actors overcome limiting beliefs.
• Building a partnership with agents is crucial for success.
• Embrace change and resilience in the acting journey.
• Recognize your place in the industry and set realistic goals.
• Engage continuously with casting directors and the industry.
• Rejection is part of the process; focus on your craft.
• Seek help and guidance to navigate the business side of acting.
• Your marketing should reflect a 3D experience of your career.
• Keep acting and developing your skills regardless of external validation.

Find Brian on Instagram under briansaysthat.

Find all future courses and opportunities Brian has to offer on his LinkTree.

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This show is supported by Castability. Castability is an audition simulator that delivers real feedback from casting professionals, reveals powerful data insights, and showcases talent in the first-ever public, casting-vetted actor gallery.

This episode was recorded on RiversideFM. 

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Check out The Secret Actor Society a community and educational platform to help propel your career forward. Use this link for 40% off your first two payments (after two free trial months.)

I am a huge advocate for and user of WeAudition - an online community for self-taping and auditions. Use the PROMO code: LATEBLOOMER for 25% of your membership.
 

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Continuing on with this year's them of 'The Business Side Of Acting', we chat with  Kym Jackson who shares her journey as an actor, emphasizing the importance of perseverance, mindset, and community in the acting industry. She discusses the business side of acting, the significance of networking, and the role of representation. Kym also provides insights into marketing oneself as an actor, the value of self-tapes and demo reels, and navigating the path to Hollywood. Her advice for aspiring actors includes finding a supportive community and maintaining physical health to enhance performance.

Takeaways

• Acting is a long game; success doesn't happen overnight.
• Building strong relationships is crucial in the acting industry.
• Networking is not just about getting jobs; it's about community.
• Manifesting success involves mindset and preparation.
• Community is one of the most valuable tools for an actor.
• Actors should be proactive in their career development.
• Self-tapes and demo reels are essential marketing tools.
• Physical health impacts performance and mindset.
• Finding a supportive community can help overcome challenges.
• Pathways to obtain the O1 visa to work in the U.S.

Follow Kym on Instagram and check out The Secret Actor Society. Use the code BLOOMER for a 50% discount to your first month/quarter/year plan.

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Support the show

This show is supported by Castability. Castability is an audition simulator that delivers real feedback from casting professionals, reveals powerful data insights, and showcases talent in the first-ever public, casting-vetted actor gallery.

This episode was recorded on RiversideFM. 

And I listen to my favourite podcasts on TrueFans. TrueFans is a podcasting marketplace where listeners discover the podcasts they love but only pay the price they want for the value they receive. Download in your Apple or Google playstores.

Check out The Secret Actor Society a community and educational platform to help propel your career forward. Use this link for 40% off your first two payments (after two free trial months.)

I am a huge advocate for and user of WeAudition - an online community for self-taping and auditions. Use the PROMO code: LATEBLOOMER for 25% of your membership.
 

Please subscribe to the show at The Late Bloomer Actor website.

In this Off Script episode, recorded as a live-stream, The Late Bloomer Actor discusses the often-overlooked business side of acting, emphasizing the importance of treating an acting career like a business. He explores the entrepreneurial mindset actors need to adopt, the necessity of diversifying income streams, managing finances, and building a personal brand. The conversation is filled with practical advice for actors looking to navigate their careers more strategically and successfully.

Takeaways

• Acting requires a business mindset.
• You are your own brand and marketing team.
• Diversifying income streams is essential for financial stability.
• Managing finances and budgeting is crucial for actors.
• Invest in your career as a business expense.
• Building a personal brand is key to success.
• Headshots and resumes are your business cards.
• Online presence matters for actors.
• Creating your own opportunities is vital.
• Networking and marketing are essential skills for actors.

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Support the show

This show is supported by Castability. Castability is an audition simulator that delivers real feedback from casting professionals, reveals powerful data insights, and showcases talent in the first-ever public, casting-vetted actor gallery.

This episode was recorded on RiversideFM. 

And I listen to my favourite podcasts on TrueFans. TrueFans is a podcasting marketplace where listeners discover the podcasts they love but only pay the price they want for the value they receive. Download in your Apple or Google playstores.

Check out The Secret Actor Society a community and educational platform to help propel your career forward. Use this link for 40% off your first two payments (after two free trial months.)

I am a huge advocate for and user of WeAudition - an online community for self-taping and auditions. Use the PROMO code: LATEBLOOMER for 25% of your membership.
 

Please subscribe to the show at The Late Bloomer Actor website.

In this engaging conversation, David John Clark and Darren Darnborough explore the transformative role of the online audition platform WeAudition in the acting community. They discuss the importance of fostering a supportive network for actors, the evolution of self-taping in the post-COVID landscape, and how the platform empowers actors to connect and collaborate. The discussion highlights the unique opportunity for actors to earn while learning, emphasizing the value of community and shared experiences in navigating the challenges of the industry.

Takeaways

• WeAudition empowers actors at every stage of their careers.
• Community is essential for actors, especially during isolating times.
• Self-taping has become a cornerstone of the casting process post-COVID.
• Actors can now audition from anywhere, enhancing their quality of life.
• The platform allows for on-demand self-tape readers, making preparation easier.
• Actors supporting each other financially is a positive shift in the industry.
• The importance of being part of a community of like-minded actors.
• Investing in basic self-taping equipment is a one-time low cost.
• Actors can gain insights into the industry through WeAudition.
• The future of casting is more inclusive and diverse.

Check out Darren on IMDB and Instagram.

And check out everything you can do on WeAudition and use the PROMO code: LATEBLOOMER for a 25% discount on your monthly membership.

TEXT or VOICEMAIL The Late Bloomer Actor a Question or Comment.

Support the show

This show is supported by Castability. Castability is an audition simulator that delivers real feedback from casting professionals, reveals powerful data insights, and showcases talent in the first-ever public, casting-vetted actor gallery.

This episode was recorded on RiversideFM. 

And I listen to my favourite podcasts on TrueFans. TrueFans is a podcasting marketplace where listeners discover the podcasts they love but only pay the price they want for the value they receive. Download in your Apple or Google playstores.

Check out The Secret Actor Society a community and educational platform to help propel your career forward. Use this link for 40% off your first two payments (after two free trial months.)

I am a huge advocate for and user of WeAudition - an online community for self-taping and auditions. Use the PROMO code: LATEBLOOMER for 25% of your membership.
 

Please subscribe to the show at The Late Bloomer Actor website.

In this New Year's Day special episode of the Late Bloomer Actor podcast, David John Clark reflects on the key themes and insights from Season Three as he welcomes the new year, 2025. He emphasizes the importance of community, resilience, and actionable steps for personal growth in the acting profession. David shares memorable moments and lessons learned from various guests, encouraging listeners to embrace their unique paths and continue thriving in their craft.

Takeaways

• It's never too late to step into your passion.
• Understanding data can enhance acting skills.
• Community support is vital for actors.
• Confidence and preparation are essential for auditions.
• Rejection is part of the acting journey.
• Collaboration fosters growth and learning.
• Embracing the unexpected can lead to opportunities.
• Personal growth is a continuous journey.
• Building connections is crucial in the industry.
• Focus on the business side of acting for success.

TEXT or VOICEMAIL The Late Bloomer Actor a Question or Comment.

Support the show

This show is supported by Castability. Castability is an audition simulator that delivers real feedback from casting professionals, reveals powerful data insights, and showcases talent in the first-ever public, casting-vetted actor gallery.

This episode was recorded on RiversideFM. 

And I listen to my favourite podcasts on TrueFans. TrueFans is a podcasting marketplace where listeners discover the podcasts they love but only pay the price they want for the value they receive. Download in your Apple or Google playstores.

Check out The Secret Actor Society a community and educational platform to help propel your career forward. Use this link for 40% off your first two payments (after two free trial months.)

I am a huge advocate for and user of WeAudition - an online community for self-taping and auditions. Use the PROMO code: LATEBLOOMER for 25% of your membership.
 

Please subscribe to the show at The Late Bloomer Actor website.

Continuing on my new 'tradition' of a quick Off Script episode for Christmas Day (and New Year's Day) - this year, I have switched the minus four degree Celsius of New York with 40 degree's of summer heat in Central Australia, Alice Springs.

Merry Christmas to you all. 

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Support the show

This show is supported by Castability. Castability is an audition simulator that delivers real feedback from casting professionals, reveals powerful data insights, and showcases talent in the first-ever public, casting-vetted actor gallery.

This episode was recorded on RiversideFM. 

And I listen to my favourite podcasts on TrueFans. TrueFans is a podcasting marketplace where listeners discover the podcasts they love but only pay the price they want for the value they receive. Download in your Apple or Google playstores.

Check out The Secret Actor Society a community and educational platform to help propel your career forward. Use this link for 40% off your first two payments (after two free trial months.)

I am a huge advocate for and user of WeAudition - an online community for self-taping and auditions. Use the PROMO code: LATEBLOOMER for 25% of your membership.
 

Please subscribe to the show at The Late Bloomer Actor website.

In this Off Script episode, I share insights from my experience in Alice Springs, focusing on the theme of embracing the unexpected in acting. I discuss how unexpected opportunities can arise at any moment and how actors can prepare to adapt and grow from these experiences. The conversation emphasizes the importance of resilience, trust in one's instincts, and the value of spontaneity in performances. I also encourage my fellow late-blooming actors to embrace unpredictability as a vital part of their journey.

Takeaways

• Embrace the unexpected as a part of your acting journey.
• Opportunities can arise at the most unexpected times.
• The best performances often come from spontaneity.
• Adaptability is crucial in acting and life.
• Building resilience helps you bounce back from challenges.
• Trust your instincts and preparation during unexpected moments.
• Improv can enhance your ability to stay present.
• Every challenge can be seen as an opportunity in disguise.
• Never stop a scene; unexpected moments can lead to brilliance.
• Embrace both planned and unplanned experiences in your career.

TEXT or VOICEMAIL The Late Bloomer Actor a Question or Comment.

Support the show

This show is supported by Castability. Castability is an audition simulator that delivers real feedback from casting professionals, reveals powerful data insights, and showcases talent in the first-ever public, casting-vetted actor gallery.

This episode was recorded on RiversideFM. 

And I listen to my favourite podcasts on TrueFans. TrueFans is a podcasting marketplace where listeners discover the podcasts they love but only pay the price they want for the value they receive. Download in your Apple or Google playstores.

Check out The Secret Actor Society a community and educational platform to help propel your career forward. Use this link for 40% off your first two payments (after two free trial months.)

I am a huge advocate for and user of WeAudition - an online community for self-taping and auditions. Use the PROMO code: LATEBLOOMER for 25% of your membership.
 

Please subscribe to the show at The Late Bloomer Actor website.

In this special Off Script Episode, I am on the red carpet of the opening night for the 2024 Adelaide Film Festival. The opening movie being The Correspondent. Directed by Kriv Stenders and staring Richard Roxburgh and Julian Maroun, all three of who I was very fortunate to be able to speak with on the red carpet.

The Correspondent is the true story of award winning journalist Peter Greste who reporting on the Arab Spring uprising, becoming entangled in a deadly game of rivalries, of which he was imprisoned for seven years, despite his innocence. The story follows his journey of survival on wits alone, before being released in 2015.

Enjoy this special episode. Huge shout out to the Adelaide Film Festival for giving me access to the red carpet and having this wonderful opportunity to meet Kriv Stenders, Richard Roxburgh and Julian Maroun, and hear some very insightful discussions on acting and storytelling.

TEXT or VOICEMAIL The Late Bloomer Actor a Question or Comment.

Support the show

This show is supported by Castability. Castability is an audition simulator that delivers real feedback from casting professionals, reveals powerful data insights, and showcases talent in the first-ever public, casting-vetted actor gallery.

This episode was recorded on RiversideFM. 

And I listen to my favourite podcasts on TrueFans. TrueFans is a podcasting marketplace where listeners discover the podcasts they love but only pay the price they want for the value they receive. Download in your Apple or Google playstores.

Check out The Secret Actor Society a community and educational platform to help propel your career forward. Use this link for 40% off your first two payments (after two free trial months.)

I am a huge advocate for and user of WeAudition - an online community for self-taping and auditions. Use the PROMO code: LATEBLOOMER for 25% of your membership.
 

Please subscribe to the show at The Late Bloomer Actor website.

S03E10 - End Of Season Special - A Podcasters Roundtable, is exactly as it sounds. 12 hosts of my favourite podcasts from around the world, all collectively talking about podcasting, storytelling and community.

This conversation explores the experiences of actors and the importance of community, storytelling, and mindset in the acting and podcasting industries. The guests share their journeys, emphasizing the value of resilience and the power of connecting with others in the creative field. They discuss how storytelling is central to both acting and podcasting, and how building a supportive community can help actors navigate the challenges of their careers. In this engaging conversation, various guests share their experiences and insights about the acting and podcasting industries. They discuss the challenges actors face, the significance of auditions, and how collaboration can enhance the creative process. The dialogue emphasizes resilience, creativity, and the evolving landscape of the entertainment industry, particularly in the context of AI and technology.

Guests In Order of Appearance:

James Cridland - Podnews Weekly
Sam Sethi - Podnews Weekly & CEO of TrueFans.fm
Amy Lyndon - Actors! You Are Enough
Brian Patacca - Brian Breaks Character
Janet McMordie - Second Act Actors
Jeff Seymour - The Real Life Actor
DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Actors
Alyshia Ochse - That One Audition
Jordan Blair - Buzzsprout & Buzzcast
Anne Alexander-Sieder - Act Bold
Rachel Baker - Don't Be So Dramatic
Emily McKnight - An Actor Survives

TEXT or VOICEMAIL The Late Bloomer Actor a Question or Comment.

Support the show

This show is supported by Castability. Castability is an audition simulator that delivers real feedback from casting professionals, reveals powerful data insights, and showcases talent in the first-ever public, casting-vetted actor gallery.

This episode was recorded on RiversideFM. 

And I listen to my favourite podcasts on TrueFans. TrueFans is a podcasting marketplace where listeners discover the podcasts they love but only pay the price they want for the value they receive. Download in your Apple or Google playstores.

Check out The Secret Actor Society a community and educational platform to help propel your career forward. Use this link for 40% off your first two payments (after two free trial months.)

I am a huge advocate for and user of WeAudition - an online community for self-taping and auditions. Use the PROMO code: LATEBLOOMER for 25% of your membership.
 

Please subscribe to the show at The Late Bloomer Actor website.

S03E09 is with instructors and students from Type Talent in Adelaide, South Australia.

In this episode of the Late Bloomer Actor podcast, host David John Clark engages with a diverse group of guests from Type Talent, an acting and performing arts school in Adelaide. The conversation explores the journeys of both instructors and graduates, emphasizing the importance of personal growth, community support, and the business side of acting. The guests share their experiences as new comers in the industry, highlighting the unique challenges and opportunities that come with pursuing acting through an industry focused training regime. The discussion also touches on the significance of real-world application of acting techniques and the value of building connections within the creative arts community.

Takeaways

• Type Talent fosters a supportive community for actors.
• Personal growth is essential for success in acting.
• Networking and building relationships are crucial in the industry.
• Real-world application of techniques enhances learning.
• Diversity in age and experience enriches the learning environment.
• Understanding the business side of acting is vital.
• Self-taping and practice are key to improvement.
• Creating your own acting language is important.
• Embracing vulnerability leads to better performances.

Check out Type Talent for further information.

TEXT or VOICEMAIL The Late Bloomer Actor a Question or Comment.

Support the show

This show is supported by Castability. Castability is an audition simulator that delivers real feedback from casting professionals, reveals powerful data insights, and showcases talent in the first-ever public, casting-vetted actor gallery.

This episode was recorded on RiversideFM. 

And I listen to my favourite podcasts on TrueFans. TrueFans is a podcasting marketplace where listeners discover the podcasts they love but only pay the price they want for the value they receive. Download in your Apple or Google playstores.

Check out The Secret Actor Society a community and educational platform to help propel your career forward. Use this link for 40% off your first two payments (after two free trial months.)

I am a huge advocate for and user of WeAudition - an online community for self-taping and auditions. Use the PROMO code: LATEBLOOMER for 25% of your membership.
 

Please subscribe to the show at The Late Bloomer Actor website.