The Vermilion Podcast

Hey. Can we give you a compliment? You’re absolutely incredible. Yes, YOU. Do you realize how few people have the courage to go after a dream? You’re one of the very, very rare individuals with the vision and tenacity to pursue art. Sit back and take some praise. Chances are you haven’t gotten enough of it lately. This is a YOU appreciation episode.

Hosted by Misha Calvert

Edited by Sophia DiGiovanni
Music by Manor of Animals

If you liked this episode, slide into our DMs! You can reach our team at @clubvermilion on Instagram. www.instagram.com/clubvermilion 

If you want to contact Misha elsewhere, or view her creative work visit:
www.mishacalvert.com

If you are interested in a free phone consultation, classes, or coaching visit:               www.clubvermilion.com

It’s natural to feel nervous before an audition. However, just like professional athletes who visualize winning a game and then achieve better overall performance, actors will get better results if they visualize their success before an audition. This short meditation is designed to help you center yourself, sharpen your focus, and boost your confidence. Whether you're auditioning in person or self-taping, try doing this quick mental exercise first. We've included a visual aid to help connect the left and right sides of your brain's hemisphere for even better results. 

Hosted by Misha Calvert

Edited by Meher Mirpuri
Music by Zeyu Wang

If you liked this episode, slide into our DMs! You can reach our team at @clubvermilion on Instagram. www.instagram.com/clubvermilion 

If you want to contact Misha elsewhere, or view her creative work visit:
www.mishacalvert.com 

If you are interested in a free phone consultation, classes, or coaching visit: www.clubvermilion.com 

Negativity and rejection are often viewed as setbacks, but what if they’re actually advantages in disguise? In this episode, we explore how tough experiences like rejection and failure can become the perfect catalysts for personal and professional growth. Misha talks you through specific ways to reframe these challenges, taking the pain of negativity and transforming it into a gift. 

Hosted by Misha Calvert

Edited by Sophia Di Giovanni
Music by Manor of Animals

If you liked this episode, slide into our DMs! You can reach our team at @clubvermilion on Instagram. www.instagram.com/clubvermilion 

If you want to contact Misha elsewhere, or view her creative work visit:
www.mishacalvert.com

If you are interested in a free phone consultation, classes, or coaching visit:
www.clubvermilion.com

Part two of our series on brand-building takes you through the crucial action steps of how to create your brand. You'll learn how to become the expert on your audience, and how to use emotional connection to turn them from strangers into lifelong fans. Misha also covers monetization, including how to figure out what your product or service is worth and when to raise your rates. Listen to the end for accountability on creating your short-term and long-term brand strategy, and be sure to tag us online when you've launched your brand! 

Hosted by Misha Calvert

Edited by Sophia Di Giovanni
Music by Manor of Animals

If you liked this episode, slide into our DMs! You can reach our team at @clubvermilion on Instagram. www.instagram.com/clubvermilion 

If you want to contact Misha elsewhere, or view her creative work visit:
www.mishacalvert.com

If you are interested in a free phone consultation, classes, or coaching visit:
www.clubvermilion.com

If you’re an artist or entrepreneur, you already have a brand…whether you know it or not! This week, Misha breaks down the basics of branding in this two-part series, including what branding is and the easiest, simplest way to create one that feels authentic to you. You should walk away feeling empowered and excited about branding. What if building a brand is just another way to express yourself as an artist? Does reframing what the word means make it more inspiring?

Hosted by Misha Calvert

Edited by Sophia Di Giovanni
Music by Manor of Animals

If you liked this episode, slide into our DMs! You can reach our team at @clubvermilion on Instagram. www.instagram.com/clubvermilion 

If you want to contact Misha elsewhere, or view her creative work visit:
www.mishacalvert.com

If you are interested in a free phone consultation, classes, or coaching visit:
www.clubvermilion.com

This week is a replay of Misha's interview with Allison Kirschner, a veteran casting director whose credits include some truly iconic comedy shows and films including WHAT WE DO IN THE SHADOWS, THE AMY SCHUMER SHOW, CRASHING, BROS, and many more. Allison takes us on her journey from her early days at HBO to landing her current role as an associate at Gayle Keller Casting. She also shares her thoughts on the importance of confidence in comedy auditions, how she balances her career with family life, and why networking and continuous growth are crucial for actors looking to enter –or re-enter–the industry.

Hosted by Misha Calvert

Co-hosted by Brett Epstein
Edited by Sophia Di Giovanni
Music by Manor of Animals

If you liked this episode, slide into our DMs! You can reach our team at @clubvermilion on Instagram. www.instagram.com/clubvermilion 

If you want to contact Misha elsewhere, or view her creative work visit:
www.mishacalvert.com

If you are interested in a free phone consultation, classes, or coaching visit:
www.clubvermilion.com

“Agents and managers” is one of the #1 topics we get asked about. It’s also one of the most misunderstood aspects of working as an artist, and you might be shocked to learn the real role that representatives will play in your career. Misha breaks down how to get an agent or manager, how to keep one, and whether or not you actually need one. Get ready for a whole new perspective on reps!

Hosted by Misha Calvert

Edited by Meher Mirpuri
Music by Manor of Animals

If you liked this episode, slide into our DMs! You can reach our team at @clubvermilion on Instagram. www.instagram.com/clubvermilion 

If you want to contact Misha elsewhere, or view her creative work visit:
www.mishacalvert.com

If you are interested in a free phone consultation, classes, or coaching visit:
www.clubvermilion.com

Did you know the subconscious part of your brain can process up to 11 million MB of data per second? With all that power, it stands to reason that a lot of what you see in your life is created by your subconscious. And if that’s true…then don’t you want to know what’s down there? It might surprise you, or even shock you! This week we do a thought experiment in order to get the lay of the land in your subconscious. Grab a pen and paper, and get ready to explore your own mind!

Hosted by Misha Calvert

Edited by Meher Mirpuri
Music by Manor of Animals

If you liked this episode, slide into our DMs! You can reach our team at @clubvermilion on Instagram. www.instagram.com/clubvermilion 

If you want to contact Misha elsewhere, or view her creative work visit:
www.mishacalvert.com

If you are interested in a free phone consultation, classes, or coaching visit:
www.clubvermilion.com

This week we talk about bad acting! We’ve all seen bad acting in some of the biggest-budget movies and television shows. Why does that happen? How can you avoid it yourself? Misha gives you three quick and easy ways to bypass bad acting in your on-camera work. Craft isn't everything, but it counts for a hell of a lot!

Hosted by Misha Calvert

Edited by Sophia Di Giovanni
Music by Manor of Animals

If you liked this episode, slide into our DMs! You can reach our team at @clubvermilion on Instagram. www.instagram.com/clubvermilion 

If you want to contact Misha elsewhere, or view her creative work visit:
www.mishacalvert.com

If you are interested in a free phone consultation, classes, or coaching visit:
www.clubvermilion.com

On this guest episode broadcast, Misha talks about one of her favorite TV shows of all time: SUCCESSION. Misha goes in depth on the show with guest host Jackie Hanzl via Jackie’s podcast MADE, including breakdowns of which cast member delivered the best performance and why, as well as the all-time best pieces of dialogue written on the show. There’s also a few deep cuts into Misha’s life, as Jackie dives into Misha’s motivation as an indie film and television creator. A key question remains though for all our listeners to ponder…are you a Gerri or a Logan?!

Hosted by Misha Calvert

Edited by Meher Mirpuri
Music by Manor of Animals

If you liked this episode, slide into our DMs! You can reach our team at @clubvermilion on Instagram. www.instagram.com/clubvermilion 

If you want to contact Misha elsewhere, or view her creative work visit:
www.mishacalvert.com

If you are interested in a free phone consultation, classes, or coaching visit:
www.clubvermilion.com