What's Your Secret

If you’re interested in learning more about casting for film and television, then this episode is for you! Cara Chute Rosenbaum is casting director in Los Angeles. Some of her recent work includes The Mindy Project, The League, and Jumanji Next Level. 

We chat about:

• How to get a job in casting
• What actually goes into casting (It’s not just about being talented!) Actors: what do YOU bring to the role?
• How long does it take to cast a TV show?
• Everyone feels imposter syndrome (even casting directors!)
• Personal growth and continuing to learn and evolve
• Balancing motherhood with a career in the film industry
• Inclusion in casting
• And more!

Cara’s advice to actors: Be a kind human!

Connect with Cara: 

IG: ccrcasting

Mentioned in the Episode:

• Casting Society of America course in casting
• Casting Directors Cut
• Dance Dance Party Party

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Music by: Michael Paraskevas 

This week I chat with my friend and actor Natalie Cañizares. Natalie is a former dancer and health coach but made the leap to acting when she found herself feeling like things weren’t working. We chat about everything from treating acting as a marathon and not a sprint, how to balance social media, handling rejection, pivoting from one career to another, and the pressure of aging in Hollywood.

Note: This episode was recorded several months ago.

Connect with Natalie:
IG: nataliecanizares

Mentioned in the episode:

• Work Life Podcast with Adam Grant
• Originals by Adam Grant
• Meisner at Playhouse West
• Sorel Carradine pilates
• Thanks to Jeff and Natalie’s sister!

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Music by: Michael Paraskevas 

Today we sit down with my dear friend, actor Cara Mitsuko. Cara is an actor based out of Los Angeles and you may have seen her in You, The Rookie, Westworld, or Man in the High Castle. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to be a guest star on a television show, then you’ll love this episode. We talk about everything from the pressure to appear “interesting” and “desirable,” finding freedom in exploration, following your gut, and moving away from what you feel like you “should” be doing.

Note: This episode was recored several months ago.

Connect with Cara:

IG: cara.mitsuko

Mentioned in the Episode:

• Dead to Me - available for streaming on Netflix
• Luis Valdez & Zoot Suit
• The Last Dance - available for streaming on Netflix

Shout Out To: Rachael Perrellfosket

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Music by: Michael Paraskevas 

Do you ever feel like everyone knows some secret to life that you don't? Me too. Welcome to What's Your Secret. I'm Ari Johnson, and on this podcast you'll feel like you're sitting down with a friend to discuss the secrets to a happy, successful, and creative life. We're talking to some badass creatives including actors, writers, directors, and film folks to talk about what works for them and how they got where they are.

This intro episode is intended to help you get to know me a little bit and give some context to how this podcast came to be. I'm Ari (that's airy like the air!) and I'm an actor, writer, and director based in Los Angeles. I'm on a mission to figure out how to find happiness and success while pursuing a career in the entertainment industry, and plot twist- I don't know the secret! Luckily, that's where our wise, creative, and delightful guests come in. 

Thank you for tuning in. New episodes every Tuesday!

Mentioned in the Episode:

• Watch Friend Request the Series

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Music by: Michael Paraskevas