Brian Breaks Character (Brian Patacca)
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| 07 Jun 2023 | #125 A Special LGBTQ+ Podcast Series: Lez Hang Out with Leigh Holmes Foster and Ellie Brigida | 01:36:05 | |
Happy Pride! 🏳️🌈 It's Pride month, y'all, and we are really happy to be celebrating. 🎉 First, you should know that Brian Breaks Character actually takes a little sabbatical for the months of June and July 😎 that way we can come back in August with a rip-roaring third season. 🙌 But… We've decided to do something different for this Pride month ➡️ We are sharing with you episodes from LGBTQ+ Podcasts that we are really proud of, delighted to highlight and to elevate the voices of, here in this space. So, for the next four weeks, you're going to hear episodes from someone else's podcast and I cannot wait for you to meet these people. 👉 We're going to kick off this series with Lez Hang Out. Leigh Holmes Foster and Ellie Brigida are the co-hosts and producers of Lez Hang Out – an award winning podcast on the TAGG podcast network with over 30k monthly listeners and over 1 million downloads to date. It has been featured on LOGO’s list of best queer podcasts, HER’s The Best LGBTQ+ Podcasts You Should Be Listening To and named #1 lesbian podcast to listen to on FeedSpot, as well as nominated twice for a Best Podcast Queerty award. We're sharing with you their finale to season five. Know that you are in for an episode focused on lesbian experience, representation, culture, life, love, and so much more. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character!
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| 08 Sep 2021 | #30 Get More Auditions with these CastingAbout & Actors Access Insider Secrets - Part One | 00:37:43 | |
I’m gonna guess you have an Actors Access/Breakdown Express profile so Casting Directors can find you. And even though the site has *some* free functionality, I’m also gonna guess that you plunk down $68/year (plus any other fees) so you can host your video files and get access to the best auditions out there.
I’m sharing that BIG number so you make it a priority to listen to this episode of Brian Breaks Character. Today’s guests are Blair Hickey and Brian Wold, the Co-Founders of CastingAbout and Consultants for Breakdown Services… I locked them in a Zoom room and forced them to tell me ALLLLLL THE INSIDER SECRETS of how actors can make themselves unforgettable on Actors Access.
And look, you may have heard from them before… but I’m gonna guess that was before ‘the panorama’ and before 94% of your auditions were self-tapes. So this is brand-new intel that will actually move the dial on getting more auditions in the new normal.
HERE ARE THE TOP 5 INSIDER TAKEAWAYS
Brian Wold has over 3 decades of experience in public relations, marketing and business communications. Blair Hickey has been a working actor for almost 30 years (The Big Bang Theory, NCIS: LA, Heroes). Combining their skills and expertise, Blair and Brian created CastingAbout, the online casting and production guide for professional actors. In 2009, CastingAbout was acquired by Breakdown Services, where both continue to work as consultants. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character! If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you.
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| 20 Nov 2021 | #45 No, Thank You! Say Yes to the RIGHT Representation | 00:42:59 | |
You know that dream of being fought over by multiple reps? It feels like a far cry from your average agent send-out. But hold tight my friends, because it is not! Listen in as actors Sawyer Greenberg and Sara Erikson share not only how they landed 15-18 meetings each, but how they made the hard choice of which rep to sign with...without burning any future Hollywood bridges!
CLOSER LOOK & TAKEAWAYS
With this series, actors I’m talking to you: I believe that acting is your calling and your purpose on the planet. You use your voice, and your body, and all that you are, to tell stories that remind US what it is to be human. You have the power to change lives.
And, we all know that having great representation makes that impact all that much more possible.
But let’s not get it twisted – looking for an agent or a manager sucks. It’s not straightforward, there are tons of people telling you the best-slash-only ways to do it, and it can leave you in a constant state of anxiety thinking to yourself – is this ever going to happen for me?
And that's why in this series of tell-all interviews with my agent goals students – you’ll hear how they did it.
REMINDER: Each of these bonus episodes is very different because each of these actors wants different things from their careers: some want to be on Broadway, others have their sights set on tv and film, and still others are creators and want to land reps that are excited by that.
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| 16 Feb 2022 | #60 Being Brave with Dallas Travers | 00:49:25 | |
If you have ever been challenged to rethink your branding, quit your day job, choose a different path or try something new - Drop everything and listen to this life-changing episode with Dallas Travers NOW. Dallas Travers is the bravest person I know (and not just because she’s my coach!). She knows failure. She knows fear. She knows foolish… she once put a photo of herself doing the splits on a flier to attract clients. (spoiler alert: it didn’t work) You might know Dallas as ‘The OG’ bizniz coach for actors; nowadays she’s the coaches’ coach… she helps coaches on a mission who want the freedom, confidence, & impact that comes with a prosperous business. Dallas inspires others with a can-do spirit that will take your breath away But before we make her into a unicorn (cuz she’d say you’re a unicorn too), you should know that it’s her empathy, integrity, and 15 years of experience in the courageous 'art of putting yourself out there’ that makes her special. On today’s episode of Brian Breaks Character, Dallas doesn’t hold back. She offers a love letter to actors everywhere (they’re the ones who brought her to the dance afterall) – plus she shares the wisdom she’s picked up along the way. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character! If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you.
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| 10 Nov 2021 | #43 Become Offer Only & How to Tell When You Need to Be Coached | 00:39:22 | |
Summer here, Remember me? I’m Brian’s Actor Happiness Manager for this community and I’m Baa-ack! I can’t stay away from Brian Breaks Character because I just looooove to chat with Brian about this business and share it with all of you. I am the Host of today’s episode and Brian is the Guest and we are talking all things coaching, marketing and productivity. Have you ever asked yourself the question, “What do I do?” Our first pilot season in 2 years is around the corner and we know this question is being asked now more than ever. And this episode is here to help. Your career changes day to day and week to week and you take a lot of that on. We are here to tell you to let go and support you. Sooo… get to listening to this episode - NOW. Takeaways
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| 23 Feb 2022 | #61 Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life with author Francesc Miralles | 00:42:13 | |
TW // Eating Habits are discussed on this episode Today’s guest is the co-author of one of my favorite books, Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life. This book is my jam because it's all about purpose. Francesc Miralles and Héctor García wrote the international bestseller Ikigai and Francesc joins me from Spain to explain what Ikigai actually means. It's a Japanese word with many translations. It literally means a life worth being lived, but he shares that it is your purpose in life, it’s your reason to live, but also more simply, it is the motivation we have to get up in the morning and start doing things. We take a deep dive into talking about one’s purpose and passion and how eating habits, movement and community play a major factor in being able to live a truly balanced life. More About Francesc - Francesc Miralles is a writer published all around the world. He is co-author, with Héctor García, of the smash hit Ikigai, translated into more than 60 languages and reaching the bestseller lists in the United States, U.K., India, Holland and Turkey, among other countries. His novel Love in Lowercase has been translated into 27 languages.
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| 11 May 2022 | #72 Anti-Racism with Anti-Oppression Strategist, Nadi Fantastic – Part 2 | 00:30:46 | |
We at Team BKP are on a journey to create safe spaces for everyone in our community. Today’s show is part 2 in a series where, with the help of anti-oppression business strategist & inclusive leadership coach Nadi Fantastic, we take stock of how we’re doing. And at the center of this work is YOU; your feeling of safety in our spaces. The conversation across these 2 episodes is vulnerable, sticky, tough, and incredibly rewarding. As Nadi says, “This is slow work in urgent times.”
No matter how you identify, there’s no way to listen to this episode without considering how you’ve been showing up as an artist and a creative. So we encourage you to listen with a critical ear and open heart; we welcome your feedback and we are deeply grateful for the privilege of being alongside you in the journey. As part of our anti-racism and anti-bias action plan, we offer scholarships in support of our BIPOC, Disabled, LGBTQIA+ and/or 62+ actors. Scholarship applications are open year-round and we encourage applicants to apply anytime they are considering one of our programs. Click this link to view our Accountability Report and Apply for a Scholarship http://www.brianbreakscharacter.com/diversity Wanna listen to Part 1? Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character! If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you.
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| 02 Feb 2023 | #105 Make It Real: Mastermind Open House | 00:58:07 | |
Not sure if the Make It Real mastermind is the right fit for your goals?🙋🏻♀️🙋🏽🙋🏾♀️ On the fence about working with me in this ongoing way? Or just wanna learn more? Take a tour with me on this episode of the Make it Real mastermind!👨🏾💻🧑🏻💻👩🏼💻 If you're at all curious about how the mastermind will work, this is your chance to listen in on some great questions from creatives that attended the open house live! ❤️ I'm committed to curating a group that is fully invested in each others' big goals and this Open House will help you decide if you should apply for one of the spots. 🤩 And… If your ❤️ goes pitter pat when you think about making your vision a reality, spend a year getting coaching from me surrounded by other highly-motivated creatives who make things happen inside the Make it Real mastermind.🧠
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| 26 Oct 2022 | #89 Making the Move: NYC to LA with Migs Govea from Ocean's 8 | 00:53:09 | |
This week’s guest on Brian Breaks Character, Migs Govea, has a ton of enviable credits: Recurring as Nick Vargas on CBS’s FBI: Most Wanted, Opposite Julia Garner (2x!) – Netflix series Inventing Anna and the Sundance hit The Assistant, Opposite Ed Norton in Motherless Brooklyn, Opposite Anne Hathaway & Helena Bonham Carter in Ocean’s 8, On Broadway in A Man for All Seasons with 2x Tony Award-Winner Frank Langella and Succession’s Emmy Award-Winner Jeremy Strong …and it would be reeeeeeeeally easy to say “Oh, look at him, he’s nothing like me, he’s got it made!” But then you’d miss out on the backstory of how he struggled to make each of those dream credits into incredible realities. Migs gives us a full backstage pass into his mindset and the ups-&-downs that brought him to move his successful NYC career across the country. So if you’ve EVER considered moving to Los Angeles (or ANY new acting market!) this episode is for you Here are just a few takeaways:
I just can't wait for you to see yourself in his story. ← you have hella more in common than you might think! Terminal Uniqueness is the belief that you are fundamentally different from everyone else and that you cannot possibly experience the same success as others cuz there’s no way it will work out for you. If that’s you, give this episode a listen and break the cycle of feeling left out of the big leagues. ← isn’t it like the World Series or something soon? (I don’t do sports, so lemme know). Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character! If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you. CONNECT WITH MIGS https://www.instagram.com/migsifico/ Website https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2787243
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| 12 Oct 2022 | #87 Get Unstuck with Anthony Meindl | 00:53:46 | |
Anthony Meindl thinks a lot like me: creativity is your birthright, ignore it at your own – and the world’s – peril. We both believe creativity is by no means monolithic, but the painter and the actor, the writer, and the photographer can suffer the same setbacks and upside-down thinking that might inspire an artist to think they are not important. Touché I say to the itty bitty sh*tty committee in our minds that try. I had a feeling that this guest was going to bring up all the feels and we would have an electric conversation together and let me tell you, it did not disappoint. If you’re an actor, you know Anthony Meindl – his studio AMAW just celebrated 25 years and has locations in 9 cities around the world. And if you’re a creative person (who isn’t?) you might know him from one of his 5 best-selling books: At Left Brain Turn Right, Alphabet Soup For Grown-Ups, Book The F#©️king Job, You Knew When You Were 2… I read this book and it was like jaw drop after jaw drop because I felt like each chapter could have been its own all day meditation. We talk all about this and we get into some of the softer parts of what it means to be an actor. You know that I value vulnerability (Spoiler Alert: Anthony gets real vulnerable in this chat. I got a few Oprah moments!) by the conversations that we have around our spirituality that comes with creativity and our own calling towards that which we are meant to do while we are on the planet. I believe this conversation with Anthony will uplift and certainly inspire you. Here are just a few takeaways
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| 11 Aug 2023 | #129 Make Lemonade with Brian | 00:15:40 | |
We’ve got something special for you in this pop-up episode of Brian Breaks Character. You know, I couldn't stay silent with the strikes that are still going on. 👉 On today’s episode, we dive into the state of the business and the creatives inside of the strike. And… the truth that cannot be denied regardless of what's going on in the business - You were born to do this. 💪 Plus, I'm thrilled to introduce my new Make Lemonade program – devoted to actors who want a healthy dose of focus, less toxic-positivity, and MORE JOY in their lives & careers. 🍋 Life's thrown us some curveballs lately, but guess what? We're turning lemons into lemonade with this exciting membership program. Feeling stuck creatively? We've got your back. Craving that artistic community? Get ready for virtual hangouts and bonus Zoom Calls that'll reignite your passion. 🌟🎭 Oh, and about the podcast – we're taking a break until 2024 so I can focus on Make Lemonade. But remember, your creative journey is worth it. Stay inspired, take care, and let's make some lemonade together. See you in 2024! 🎉 Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character! If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you.
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| 09 Jun 2021 | #1 Find Consistency In Your Hustle with Sam Valentine | 00:57:48 | |
Welcome to the very first episode of Brian Breaks Character! To start this show off with a bang, I’ve invited the curiously honest and benevolent Sam Valentine on the show for a *completely confidential* coaching call. So naturally, I want all of my listeners to tune in for some key takeaways from our raw and open conversation about creative impact and making a buck while you do it! To set the stage, Sam is an LA-based actress, and host of the One Broke Actress podcast, a show that shares insightful tips that can only come from actors and actresses in the thick of their careers.
In today’s episode, I coach Sam on her current career roadblocks, including where she needs to concentrate her energy as we move out of the pandemic and back into a healthy hustle. She also shares tips on how she stays grateful as she navigates her goals with her acting career and podcast business.
During our coaching session, I asked her to expand on how she uses her podcast platform to honor where her audience is in their acting journey. Sam also shares how she realized that her podcast, One Broke Actress, gives her inherent value as a resource for others to learn the truth behind the life of a working actor (and actress) by asking questions and getting answers on the detailed corners of the world of film.
As a previously broke actress herself, Sam shines a spotlight on the fatigue that comes from multitasking and ways you can take control over the goals you set for yourself! We also chat about the resistance that comes up around pricing our work, the intricacies of creating multiple streams of income to support herself, and how she will best serve her audience.
CLOSER LOOK & TAKEAWAYS
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| 10 May 2023 | #120 An Inside Look At Writing For Television with Nick Wootton | 00:46:54 | |
Unless you've been living under a rock 🪨, you know that we are in a Writers’ Strike. 🪧 So, today I'm replaying an episode with Emmy Award winner, Nick Wooten. Nick is a TV writer 📺 and that's who we need to hear from right now. He’s worked on big shows like NYPD Blue, Law & Order and Stumptown, just to name a few. In this episode, Nick talks about being branded as a writer for network television and what it means to change the narrative of the creative work you do. He emphasizes the idea that expansion beyond the scope of work you've been recognized for requires taking action – and not just thinking about it. And Nick is such a generous person. He really lets us into his creative process. So think of this episode as one more way of showing up for the WGA right now and see what it is like to live a writer's life. But don't fool yourself. Go down to the end of the show notes to find some resources about how to further support the WGA ➡ Join us on the Picket Line so we can help these incredible writers who change the narrative of what it means to live in this country and in this world. And to all my writers out there, thank you. I send you a ton of support right now. 💗 I know this is uncomfortable. I also just want to give you the stamina you need to keep showing up in this fight and to fight for what is right. We stand with you. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character! If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you. WGA RESOURCES Social Media Toolkit https://www.wgacontract2023.org/take-action/social-media-toolkit Picket Schedules and Locations https://www.wgacontract2023.org/strike/picket-schedules-and-locations WGA STRIKE HUB https://www.wgacontract2023.org/strike-hub Support Queer TV Creatives https://www.autostraddle.com/queer-tv-creatives-share-how-you-can-support-the-writers-strike
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| 15 Feb 2023 | #107 The Official 2023 Actor Survival Guide Volume 3 - Part 2 | 00:43:11 | |
Run, Don’t Walk To Get the Survival Guide that accompanies this very special 2-part episode: https://actorsurvivalguide.com This is Part Two of the Actor Survival Guide. Oh, and if social media makes you sweat, these episodes have gotchu covered! Now, go take up space and allow yourself to be seen. 🤩 Shine Bright Like a Diamond 💎
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CONNECT WITH HEIDI https://www.instagram.com/marketing4actors/ Website 30 Days of Posts for Actors https://marketing4actors.com/30posts/
CONNECT WITH ELISE https://www.instagram.com/theglobalactor/ Website Narrate Your Way to Abundance http://www.audiobookadventure.com/
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| 14 Sep 2024 | #136 Get More Auditions with Casting Networks | 00:25:37 | |
🎙️Get ready to level up your audition game because in this episode, I chat with Lucky Mackey, Client Success Manager at Talent Systems, and Katie O'Connor, Enterprise Sales Manager for the West Coast at Casting Networks. We dig into all things casting networks—especially how you can make your profile work for you, not against you. 💥 If you're ready to make your profile shine ✨ and get seen, this episode is for you! Here’s what you’ll learn:
This is only one of my four-part series devoted to helping you get the most out of these casting sites. REMINDER:💰You already pay for these sites — you deserve to get your money's worth! 👉 So make sure to check out episodes 134, 136, and 137 where we delve into Casting Workbook, Casting Networks and Spotlight. Wanna learn more about how to get more auditions? Join me for GIMME GIMME MORE AUDITIONS 🙋🏿♀️🙋🏽🙋🏻♂️ A Proven 3-Part Framework to Get More Auditions for Worthwhile, Paid Projects Snag your spot 👉 https://www.gimmegimmemoreauditions.com/ Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character! If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you.
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| 29 Dec 2021 | #51 2021 Best Quotes Wrap Up! | 00:28:13 | |
Happy Almost New Year! I’ve done something a little wild for you - For this episode of Brian Breaks Character, I’ve pulled together my favorite quotes from all of the episodes this year. It's like a ticker tape of inspiration where we talk about getting more auditions, getting representation, creating content, being an activist in your creative pursuits, marketing yourself, making money, and storytelling. Get sooo inspired that you want to go a little deeper? Take a listen to one of our past episodes: Prepare Ye The Way to Get More Auditions with Special Host Summer Mastain https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000533974205 Get More Auditions with these CastingAbout & Actors Access Insider Secrets - Part One https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000534687669 Your Casting Profiles in the Age of Social Distancing with Special Host Summer Mastain https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000535401722 Casting Networks' Survival Guide with Katie O'Connor & Scott Madej https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000536259696 Get More Auditions with your Casting Profiles – The Megamix https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000536989729 The Call-In Coaching Show featuring YOU https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000524761220 Become Offer Only & How to Tell When You Need to Be Coached https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000541327368 The Call-In Coaching Show featuring YOU (Part 2) https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000530267084 How to Get An Agent with Guest Host Jo Kelly https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000540604438 How They Did It: Mom and actor Eumi let go of limiting beliefs and picked up 6 offers for representation https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000526940093 Write Your Dream Role with Emily Grace https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000542196950 TV Powerhouse Danny Rose teaches how to pitch… and come out alive! https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000528841237 An Inside Look At Writing For Television with Nick Wootton https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000525718983 How to Create Content for Change with Jen Ponton https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000526597888 From Craigslist to The White House to a TV career with Kevin Arbouet https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000527346226 Showrunner Paul Witten's Road to the Emmys was Paved with NOs https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000538441868 Ignite a Revolution In Filmmaking with Naomi McDougall Jones https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000524761255 Sharon Got 35 Meetings for Representation with Zero Referrals https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000526095619 Find Consistency In Your Hustle with Sam Valentine https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000524761336 Find Your Inner Purpose with Mark and Jenny https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000524761254 Why the YES Vote Matters – An IATSE Member Tells Her Story https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000537745400 Headshots that Win: Prep, Pet Peeves & Perfection with David Muller https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000528107343 How to Be a Disability Ally in the Entertainment Biz with Christine Bruno https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000529569463 Stephanie drops the target list and finds the perfect bicoastal agent https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000532660095 Dump Your Toxic Relationship with Money with Miata Edoga https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000531694928 Your Self Worth Equals Your Net Worth with Katy Chen Mazzara https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000543602766 How To Show Up & Think Bigger with DaJuan Johnson https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000524761169 ‘Book the Room’ from Your Living Room with Christine Horn https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000532369203 Re-Define Success with Casting Director Alaine Alldaffer https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000533077052 Alena-the-Hustler took Olympic gold when she quit showcases and landed the reps of her wildest dreams! https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000531312926 No-Sweat Social Media Strategies with the Queen Heidi Dean https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000539160725 Use Your Words (to Get into the Right Inboxes) with Copywriting Queen Marisa Corcoran https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000530293314 Why Your Story Matters with The Moth’s Kate Tellers https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000539874664 Thank You, Actors – What You Teach Us All https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000542935830 The 5 Questions to Own 2021 & Slay 2022 https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490/e/1000544411983 Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character!
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| 14 Sep 2024 | #137 Get More Auditions with Spotlight | 00:27:45 | |
Buckle up, actors, cuz this episode is about to step up your audition game 🚀 In this episode, I sat down with Mel Brown, the Customer Success Manager for Performers at Spotlight, and trust me, you’re going to want to hear this. If you’ve ever stared at your Spotlight profile and thought, "Am I doing this right?" — I’ve gotchu! 💁♂️ Here are just a few juicy takeaways:
This is only one of my four-part series devoted to helping you get the most out of these casting sites. REMINDER:💰You already pay for these sites — you deserve to get your money's worth! 👉 So make sure to check out episodes 134, 135 and 136 where I delve into Casting Workbook, Actors Access and Casting Networks. Wanna learn more about how to get more auditions? Join me for GIMME GIMME MORE AUDITIONS 🙋🏿♀️🙋🏽🙋🏻♂️ A Proven 3-Part Framework to Get More Auditions for Worthwhile, Paid Projects Snag your spot 👉 https://www.gimmegimmemoreauditions.com/ Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character! If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you.
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| 15 Mar 2023 | #112 Sundance Backstage Pass with Blumhouse Fellow & Filmmaker Chelsea Gonzalez | 00:49:14 | |
Now that Deadline has finally announced the big news, I can share Chelsea Gonzalez with you! 🎉 🙈🙊🙉 I’ve had to keep my mouth shut until Deadline, Variety and The Wrap spread the word➞ Chelsea Gonzalez is an Official Selection as a Blumhouse & K Period Media Screamwriting Fellow (...and as a longtime, client & friend, I am just so freakin' proud of her!). 💗 🙌 And on today's episode of Brian Breaks Character she – quite literally! – walks us through her experience at Sundance Film Festival. 🎥 📽 The Who, What, Where, When, & How to make Sundance work for you! 🤝 What you can do to build connections in the film industry: surprise! it's not all about bizniz cards✨ ⚖️ How to balance TWO passions 👈 As an actor-filmmaker, Chelsea is a shining example of someone who takes courageous action toward her 2nd passion 💸 When to invest in a big festival like this to ensure it catapults the rest of your career (plus allllll the things she's learned from being on the festival circuit!) 🤔 Chelsea was named ‘Most Powerful Voice’ by Blackbird Film Festival and recently won Best Pilot for the series Legit Married at Dances with Films. 🙌 During the episode, she offers valuable insights on storytelling and filmmaking that will leave you feeling inspired and ready to create (or book a ticket to Park City for next year's festival!). ✍️🎞📺 So sit back, grab some popcorn 🍿, and get ready to be entertained & informed by one of the most exciting emerging filmmakers I've ever had the privilege to know. 🎉 FUN FACT: Before Chelsea found a love of writing and directing, she began her career as an actress in a... Blumhouse feature. 💁♀️ Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character! If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you. CONNECT WITH CHELSEA https://www.instagram.com/chelseathegonzo/ Website https://www.chelseagonzalez.com Subscribe To The Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1570747490 Watch The Uncut Behind-the-scenes Video Of This Episode On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/brianpatacca Grab 23 Real Ways To Get Good Auditions Here: https://www.supersneakyauditions.com Follow Me On Instagram For A First-look At Our Guests And Upcoming Episodes! https://www.instagram.com/briansaysthat Episode Transcript https://brianbreakscharacter.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Ep.+112+-+Chelsea+Gonzalez+-+Transcript.pdf | |||
| 02 Feb 2022 | #57 Actor Survival Guide to 2022 with an All-Star Lineup of Coaches Part 2 | 00:44:07 | |
Run over to... https://actorsurvivalguide.com to get your very own FREE Copy of the Actor Survival Guide that accompanies this very special 2-part episode. Do you hate the phrase UNPRECEDENTED TIMES as much as I do? We are two years into this pandemic THE TIMES ARE PRECEDENTED, bro! That said, whether the times are unprecedented or precedented, one thing we can all agree on is: THESE TIMES have forever changed what it means to pursue an acting career. This episode of Brian Breaks Character is part 2 of a special 2-part episode where I brought together this squad of supercoaches - Christine Horn, Emily Grace, DaJuan Johnson, Elise Arsenault, Jenna Dolittle, Moniqua Plante and Jo Kelly to uncover a number of über-effective strategies for staying on track and focusing on what's actually important especially during these times. And.. If you haven't listened to part one yet, don’t miss out! Listen here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/actor-survival-guide-to-2022-with-an-all-star/id1570747490?i=1000549041834 Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character!
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| 25 Aug 2021 | #28 Re-Define Success with Casting Director Alaine Alldaffer | 00:45:24 | |
The incredibly generous and wholehearted Casting Director Alaine Alldaffer is my guest on today's episode of the Brian Breaks Character podcast. She's been casting theatre and television for over 25 years (peep her impressive bio below).
And as a long-time champion for creatives everywhere, Alaine's actionable advice will appeal to you whether you’re...
...a butcher ...a baker ...an actor ...a writer ...a director ...or all of the above (...you multi-hyphenate, you!)
HERE'S A PEEK AT SOME OF THE JUICY TAKEAWAYS:
REAL TALK: Alaine’s full-time gig is having collaborative conversations with writers, directors, artistic directors, designers, and actors, so don't be fooled by this *feel-good* episode.
Alaine outlines a unique insider’s take on the way back to live performance and the newest trends in successful self-tape auditions so you can get into those rooms whether you're a writer, a director, an actor, or... oh, you get the picture!
Want the full tea on Alaine? Alaine Alldaffer received 12 Artios Award nominations, and 2 wins, for Excellence in Casting. For more than two decades, she’s served as CD for Playwrights Horizons - casting over 100 productions, where her credits include GREY GARDENS (also for Broadway), CLYBOURNE PARK (also for Broadway), CIRCLE MIRROR TRANSFORMATION (Drama Desk and Obie Awards for Best Ensemble and an Artios Award for Casting), and THE FLICK (Playwrights Horizons and The Barrow Street Theatre). Television credits include ABC’s THE KNIGHTS OF PROSPERITY with Sofia Vergara and Associate credits include NBC’s ED and USA’s MONK. Regional work includes Geffen Playhouse, Huntington Theatre, Arena Stage, Williamstown Theatre Festival, Seattle Rep, ACT, and Berkeley Rep. Notable productions include: DETROIT with David Schwimmer, RAPTURE BLISTER BURN, DEAD MAN’S CELLPHONE with Mary Louise Parker, EVERY TONGUE CONFESS with Phylicia Rashad, A LIFE with David Hyde Pierce, and BETHANY with America Ferrera (Women's Project Theater). And she’s worked with some of the most notable contemporary playwrights: Annie Baker, Bruce Norris, Christopher Durang, Craig Lucas, Sarah Ruhl, Gina Gionfriddo, Lynn Nottage, Richard Nelson, Robert O’Hara, and Theresa Rebeck.
Alaine’s experience speaks for itself, but you should really hear her speak for herself.
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| 24 Jul 2021 | #20 Seasoned & Seen-It-All Tara Landed the Manager she was looking for | 00:36:44 | |
Actress, singer, and songwriter Tara spent 12 years looking for a manager, but she didn’t spend that time sitting around. She was voraciously pursuing her career dreams and goals, all while sending email upon email in search of the illusive rep. Then she decided to try a different approach: she looked at how she’d been showing up and after facing the facts, she was able to show up authentically in her reach outs to reps (and with some help from Brian was able to not sound delusional). With this new more honest and vulnerable approach combined with the energy of a supportive community, Tara was able to score her long-awaited representation with the added bonus of a deeper understanding of who she is and identifying exactly what she wants.
CLOSER LOOK & TAKEAWAYS
With this series, actors I’m talking to you: I believe that acting is your calling and your purpose on the planet. You use your voice, and your body, and all that you are, to tell stories that remind US what it is to be human. You have the power to change lives.
And, we all know that having great representation makes that impact all that much more possible.
But let’s not get it twisted – looking for an agent or a manager sucks. It’s not straightforward, there are tons of people telling you the best-slash-only ways to do it, and it can leave you in a constant state of anxiety thinking to yourself – is this ever going to happen for me?
And that's why in this series of tell-all interviews with my agent goals students – you’ll hear how they did it.
REMINDER: Each of these bonus episodes is very different because each of these actors wants different things from their careers: some want to be on Broadway, others have their sights set on tv and film, and still others are creators and want to land reps that are excited by that.
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| 07 Sep 2022 | #79 Gimme Gimme More Auditions | 00:15:38 | |
School is back in session and over here at Brian Breaks Character we are celebrating with a month entirely devoted to helping you get more auditions because this is the time of year when you need to be locked in on driving on the (school) bus to getting great auditions. To kick off this month, ask yourself this question - How do I know if my online casting profile is working? Your casting profile is hands down the most important tool to get you auditions and needs constant upkeep whether you have representation or not. Soooo… Tune in every Wednesday and Thursday (that's right, we are dropping 2 episodes a week!) this month so you can learn how to 3 to 5x your auditions without even having these things in place:
And… If you want to get more auditions (and of course you do!) then don’t miss a single episode this month cuz that’s all we’re gonna be talking about... plus it’ll all culminate in a FREE hour-long training Brian is designing for you right now. Registration is now open! Go to: https://www.gimmegimmemoreauditions.com
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| 22 Dec 2022 | BONUS: The 5 Questions to Own 2022 & Slay 2023 | 00:35:41 | |
Happy Almost-Merry Everything! I’m shimmying down your chimney with tidings of comfort and joy to deliver a GIFT that promises to make your 2023 amazing… Today I am dropping a replay of an episode cuz it includes a special training to help you capture all that has happened in 2022 with The 5 Questions to Own 2022 & Slay 2023! These five thought-provoking and soul-satisfying questions help you to name exactly what you accomplished in 2022 so you can lay the groundwork TO PLAY ALL OUT IN 2023. In this episode, I walk you through the exercise so you can customize this to your own life and career. And.. My podcast producer, Natalie, joins me as the voice for you. She asks the questions you might have - so that you can really move through this training in a way that you feel confident in the actions you're taking. TAKEAWAYS
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| 30 Nov 2022 | #96 The Call-In Coaching Show with Brian Part Two | 00:44:16 | |
This is part two episode of a very special 2-part episode where I give you a backstage pass to a coaching call. I invited podcast superfans to a LIVE COACHING CALL and we talked about ALLLLLL THE THINGS. We covered so much we had to split the call into 2 episodes… and both binge-worthy episodes dropped today! Since my group coaching calls are devoted to my online course curriculum, this was a rare chance for me to throw down on all things related to the business plus a healthy dose of spirituality… and how to be a good citizen of this planet. HERE’S AN OUTLINE TO HELP YOU TAKE NOTES: 1. Gracefully leave your reps → HINT: it is okay & quite possible to do so! 2. Permission granted to be a parent! How-to & when-to communicate about your growing family 3. Know when to quit VS take a break VS commit 100% to a non-judgmental acting class 4. Make decisions without second-guessing yourself: Do you actually have a choice or are you torturing yourself with a dilemma? 5. How to choose wardrobe for your next headshot session 6. Gift Guide - What to give the people in this bizniz (and how to know when you’re overdoing it!) 7. Ask for what you want without sounding like a needy, egocentric dipsh*t Grab your notebook and don’t sit this one out. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character! If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you.
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| 01 Sep 2021 | #29 Prepare Ye The Way to Get More Auditions with Special Host Summer Mastain | 00:31:55 | |
Summer here, I’m Brian’s Actor Happiness Manager for this community and we are *really* breaking character over here... I am the Host of today’s episode of Brian Breaks Character and Brian is the Guest.
On this episode, I grill Brian with the most frequently asked questions about casting profiles: How many headshots do you actually need to have on your online profiles; how do you know which ones to keep and which ones to DELETE; why should I care about any of this? HERE ARE THREE QUICK TAKEAWAYS
If you’re an actor who struggles to get all the auditions you want, I could use a little help, please complete this survey - https://forms.gle/A5eoVgbL4v5vopVNA to tell me all about YOUR casting profiles! And if you want to get more auditions (and of course you do!) then don’t miss a single episode this month cuz that’s all we’re gonna be talking about... plus it’ll all culminate in a FREE hour-long training Brian is designing for you right now. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character! If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you.
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| 23 Nov 2022 | #93 Nail Your Brand & Make Lifelong Fans with Diane Foy | 00:52:10 | |
The title of this week's episode says it all... Nail Your Brand & Make Lifelong Fans. I know it's not cranberry sauce – but this is exactly what you want Diane Foy to bring to your Thanksgiving potluck! Diane's background as a fashion photographer and make-up artist gives her an edge when it comes to knowing how you fit into the marketplace... But her creative psychology and PR experience are her super powers: And that right there is exactly what you need to have a secure, successful, money-making creative career... which is 100% something to give thanks for!
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| 12 Jun 2021 | #8 Sheila-Joon from full-on skeptic to bi-coastal success story | 00:41:48 | |
Sheila-Joon Azim is one of my favorite types of clients. Why? Because she was a total skeptic when it came to reaching out to reps. After a series of rejections she got to the screw it, why not point and jumped in headfirst. Getting into the community of it all, Sheila-Joon became the ultimate success story, landing two new agents in two markets while maintaining her own self-care in the process. And we love that combo the most.
Sheila-Joon has a new manager and two new agents – in two different markets!
With this series, actors I’m talking to you: I believe that acting is your calling and your purpose on the planet. You use your voice, and your body, and all that you are, to tell stories that remind US what it is to be human. You have the power to change lives.
And, we all know that having great representation makes that impact all that much more possible.
But let’s not get it twisted – looking for an agent or a manager sucks. It’s not straightforward, there are tons of people telling you the best-slash-only ways to do it, and it can leave you in a constant state of anxiety thinking to yourself – is this ever going to happen for me?
And that's why in this series of tell-all interviews with my agent goals students – you’ll hear how they did it.
REMINDER: Each of these bonus episodes is very different, because each of these actors want different things from their careers: some want to be on Broadway, others have their sights set on tv and film, and still others are creators and want to land reps that are excited by that.
CLOSER LOOK & TAKEAWAYS
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| 21 Dec 2022 | #99 Revolutionizing Live Theatre with CAGES Co-Creators CJ Baran & Benjamin Romans | 00:53:03 | |
Today’s guests are the epitome of what this podcast is all about: CREATIVE REVOLUTIONARY SUPERSTARS… who are just as hard on themselves as the rest of us! CJ Baran & Benjamin Romans created the show CAGES – an indescribable “genre-busting game changer” (LA Times) that left audiences in awe at its premiere… MYSELF INCLUDED! Masterfully weaving state-of-the-art video and animation with live performance and original songs that pulse with an addictive pop energy, CAGES pulls out all the stops to conjure a rock opera musical for the modern age. These two creative overachievers wrote the story, the music, directed, and choreographed the piece – CJ even played the lead! And just like any creative expression, the show started as an itty-bitty baby idea that paid off big time when they decided they would never settle for less than the art they want to see. ← not easy when you are creating a dystopian, B&W gothic world in a live, stage performance! When I invited CJ to the show, he wrote: My entire life has been living in the void between creating art that I believe will move people while also trying to make a living at it. ← perhaps the most Brian Breaks Character thing anyone has ever said! I couldn’t be more delighted to share this episode with you: I just know you’ll love hearing from these two fiercely committed, honest, and authentic artists who make FUTURE THEATRE.
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| 24 Nov 2021 | #46 Thank You, Actors – What You Teach Us All | 00:58:08 | |
Actors are some of the most courageous, vulnerable, and growth-oriented people in the world - that’s why I choose to work with actors. {I should probably write a book and make it required reading for, well, everyone, and title it: Actors Know Everything: A How-To Guide to Life & Success on Planet Earth.} It’s important to us on the podcast to center the voices of our greatest teachers – so I invited three wildly different actors to the show to THANK THEM for all that they’ve taught me. Matt Pasini is a trans, non-binary actor and activist. These three incredible talents drop by Brian Breaks Character to share their stories of how to show up; stay consistent; and not settle for less than you’re worth. Here are some of the juicy TAKEAWAYS
And... This Thanksgiving as you enjoy your tofurkey, quinoa stuffing, and organic cranberry sauce, I want you to know how thankful I am for you. There are over 2 Million podcasts in the world (seriously, I looked it up), so I am deeply grateful you choose to listen to this one. It’s a funny thing podcasting… there’s no audience to clap or cheer at the end of the episode and there’s no secret algorithm to measure precisely how well you’re doing… But I’m proud of our consistency and each little IG DM, comment, and email that says an episode made a difference or inspired you keeps us going. So thank you, thank you, thank you. Keep listening and we’ll keep bringing you more guests and content that will help you to make sense of this wild and woolly bizniz. Lucky to be alongside you. If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you.
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| 22 Feb 2023 | #108 Just Dropped: Actors' Equity's Diversity & Inclusion Report with Danee Conley | 00:52:19 | |
Something big happened over at Actors’ Equity Association this week. 😮 They dropped their Diversity & Inclusion Report on Hiring Bias for 2021. 🙌 Actors' Equity continues to be a leader in this space and work towards creating a more inclusive industry. ✊🏻✊🏼✊🏽✊🏾✊🏿🏳️🌈♿️ And... These conversations can be difficult, but Danee's infectious energy & wisdom will immediately put you at ease. Tune in 🎧 to learn how you can be part of the movement toward more inclusive theatre. 💗 Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character! If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you.
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| 04 May 2022 | #71 Anti-Racism with Anti-Oppression Strategist, Nadi Fantastic – Part 1 | 00:57:21 | |
Over here at Team BKP, we’ve been on an anti-racist and anti-bias journey since July of 2020. Inclusion and belonging are two of our company’s core values and we are committed to foster diversity in our programs and create a safe space for all. But doing this means we have had to educate ourselves. Our team is primarily white and cisgender so that means we inherently do not have the lived experiences of actors and creatives that we welcome into our spaces. So, we are on this journey to do better…
With the help of anti-oppression business strategist and inclusive leadership coach, Nadi Fantastic, Team BKP, in this first episode of a two part series, starts the process of diving deep into our anti-racist commitment - we share where we fell short and where we thrived. In this episode, we publicly hold ourselves accountable by sharing our Accountability Report with the world. We talk about what comes up in our business and how we can do better. This includes:
I’m excited for you to listen as I know you will get a good sense of how you are showing up in your own life and for your anti-racist values as an artist and creative. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character!
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| 19 Jan 2022 | #55 Ignite Your JOY with Grey's Anatomy's Sarah Utterback | 01:01:07 | |
Today’s podcast episode carries a message that I KNOW you’ll relate to from an actress, you’ll probably recognize. A lot of people think that actors with BIG Network TV credits have it easy. And don’t get me wrong, credits can help – but even Viola Davis and Olivia Colman worry about where they’re gonna get their next job. Sarah Utterback had an epic Recurring Role as Nurse Olivia on Grey’s Anatomy – 19 episodes in Shondaland… so you’d think she'd hit the tipping point. She was working & making opportunities for herself – she’s one of the founding members of Los Angeles’ critically-acclaimed, Ovation Award-winning IAMA Theatre Company. When you meet Sarah you’ll fall in love with her (just like I did) – she’s got a warm voice and easy smile – you could easily see her take any of Jessica Chastain’s roles or play Kristen Bell’s sister on The Good Place. But when we met, Sarah was in THE BAD PLACE. …she didn’t have an agent… …she was jaded about the bizniz… …and in her own words, she was “letting some shadowy stories” run the show… In today’s episode of the podcast she tells you first-hand how there’s a perversely satisfying fast-food feel-good self-righteousness when you judge the bizniz and yourself. This episode doesn’t sugarcoat it: Icky, shadowy stuff is gonna come up, AND you have a choice. You can see those feelings as: permission to back off from your purpose and stop showing up OR an opportunity to slow down and DO THE WORK to reveal the truth of who you are so you can attract the attention you’re ready for. Sarah did the work and it worked. GOOD SPOILER ALERT Sarah got 35 OFFERS for representation – plus 10 more reps said "If after all your meetings, you're still looking, please reach out.”
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| 16 Mar 2022 | #64 Your Identity and Your Acting Career Are Your Birthright with Yvette Gonzalez | 00:31:35 | |
Yvette turned down 8 agents. She took the time to meet with all of them, but she just wasn’t feelin’ it… And this was going to be her FIRST rep since graduating from USC! How did she go from unrepresented recent grad to empowered decision-making queen?
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| 22 Sep 2021 | #33 Casting Networks' Survival Guide with Katie O'Connor & Scott Madej | 00:49:15 | |
Any chance you are super freaked out by the Casting Networks’ recent update? It was a doozy. And whether or not you think the update is good or bad, it doesn't matter, change can be HARD. So I’m here to help... On this episode of Brian Breaks Character, I sat down with the powers that be from Casting Networks, Katie O'Connor Enterprise Sale Manager for the West Coast and Scott Madej the Manager of Global Talent Support to ask tough questions about the overhaul on their website. In this interview, you'll hear how this big change came about, how much better it is for you, what casting thinks of it all… PLUS you’ll pick up some tips for HOW TO MAKE YOUR PROFILE MO’ BETTA. HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:
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| 28 Jun 2023 | #128 A Special LGBTQ+ Podcast Series: LGBTQ&A with Jeffrey Masters & Guest Janelle Monáe | 00:27:50 | |
🏳️🌈 This is the fourth and final episode of our LGBTQ+ Podcast Series. All this month, we've been elevating and uplifting the voices of LGBTQ+ podcasts and content creators. 🎧🎥 Today, we are happy to highlight LGBTQ&A podcast. LGBTQ&A has been featured in The New York Times, MSNBC, and was nominated for Outstanding Podcast at the 2023 GLAAD Media Awards. 🙌 Jeffrey Masters is the host and creator of LGBTQ&A. He's also the former Director of Podcasts at The Advocate and he is currently the Senior Producer of the New Yorker Radio Hour. 😲 Jeffrey's guest on this particular episode is none other than the queer icon, Janelle Monáe. 🤩 Now, I know if you listen to this podcast that you have a passion in your heart 💗 and that passion extends to helping make the world a better place. And, Janelle Monáe puts those words into action in this episode. Janelle talks about their journey to becoming a queer icon, new album, and debut book, The Memory Librarian. And… Just a quick reminder 👉 Brian Breaks Character is on vacation for June and July 🏝😎, but we will be back to you in August with season 3️⃣. Can't wait to see you then! 🎉 Check out these episodes while we're away: #124 Breaking Down The Writers’ Strike: A Candid Conversation with Golden Globe & Emmy Award-Winner Michael Sucsy, Creator & Director of HBO’s Grey Gardens #26 ‘Book the Room’ from Your Living Room with Christine Horn #61 Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life with author Francesc Miralles
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| 21 Jun 2023 | #127 A Special LGBTQ+ Podcast Series: The Queer Spirit with Nick Venegoni & TanyaMarck Oviedo | 00:42:02 | |
🏳️🌈 This is the third episode in our series devoted to elevating and uplifting LGBTQIA+ voices for podcasts and content creators. 🎧🎥 Today, you're in for a treat. I cannot wait for you to meet The Queer Spirit podcast. 🙌 You know that we talk about spirituality a lot on Brian Breaks Character, but hosts Nick Venegoni & TanyaMarck Oviedo of The Queer Spirit look at spirituality in all its multiple forms through the lens of being queer. This podcast spotlights LGBTQIA+ artists, healers and activists who enliven, heal and empower our communities to thrive and flourish. Now in their 6th season, TanyaMarck has joined Nick as co-host and the episode we’re featuring is a really special one in their sequence cuz it’s the the last episode of season 5 where Nick interviews TanyaMarck. So you really get a window into these two incredible people. 💗 And... Just a quick reminder 👉 Brian Breaks Character is on vacation for June and July 🏝😎, but we will be back to you in August with season three. Can't wait to see you then! 🎉 Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character! If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you.
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| 27 Apr 2022 | #70 Agent Blair Taylor Tells You How To Take a Meeting | 00:31:44 | |
Have you ever wanted to get inside the mind of an agent? Well, my pretty, your wish has been granted: Today’s guest on the show is the supremely generous, Blair Taylor. Blair is a fabulous talent agent who has been working in the entertainment industry representing actors for over two decades. FULL DISCLOSURE: He’s also one of my best-est friends so you know I got him to spill the real tea! In this episode of Brian Breaks Character, Blair describes exactly what it’s like on the other side of the agent-meeting table. He shares what questions he gets asked too often – and the cringe-worthy questions you should NEVER ask ( ...like, EVER!). Don’t worry! Blair is NOT a Negative Nancy; he has a beautiful take on the bizniz and how to help you move through it. He is one of my besties so you know he’s got a great, big heart. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character!
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| 15 Dec 2021 | #49 Greatest Hits: Tell Your Story | 01:02:32 | |
As of this morning, we have released 49 episodes of the Brian Breaks Character podcast… So I took a look back at the past six months so I could pull together this special Greatest Hits: Volume 1 that truly speaks to the heart of all creativity: Tell Your Story. YOU’LL HEAR FROM:
And just between us elves… this episode will make you feel good about yourself. It’s the perfect listen as you get cozy with your hot cocoa and let visions of 2022-career-sugarplums dance in your head. So take a little breather from the holiday madness and check back in with you and your story – cuz it matters.
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But don’t think that listening to this gives you their full story – Listen to the full episodes here: Re-Define Success with Casting Director Alaine Alldaffer From Craigslist to The White House to a TV career with Kevin Arbouet How Angel started her 3rd act with 14 offers for representation Why Your Story Matters with The Moth’s Kate Tellers Find Consistency In Your Hustle with Sam Valentine
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| 09 Dec 2021 | #48 The 5 Questions to Own 2021 & Slay 2022 | 00:38:48 | |
Happy Almost-Merry Everything! I’m shimmying down your chimney with tidings of comfort and joy to deliver a GIFT that promises to make your 2022 amazing… Today’s episode is not a typical one, this special episode is a training to help you capture all that has happened in 2021 with The 5 Questions to Own 2021 & Slay 2022! These five thought-provoking and soul-satisfying questions help you to name exactly what you accomplished in 2021 so you can lay the groundwork TO PLAY ALL OUT IN 2022. In this episode, I walk you through the exercise so you can customize this to your own life and career. And.. My podcast producer, Natalie, joins me as the voice for you. She asks the questions you might have - so that you can really move through this training in a way that you feel confident in the actions you're taking. TAKEAWAYS
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| 25 May 2022 | #74 HOW TO SAY THANK YOU (without being weird) | 01:19:23 | |
Run, Don’t Walk to get the download that accompanies this episode: www.brianbreakscharacter.com/74 If you resonate with anything I just said, THANK GOODNESS YOU’RE HERE! During this training, I walk you through:
And… If you think I’m gonna tell you to apply a tired old template to every thank you write, you couldn't be more wrong. Gratitude at its best is vulnerable and specific… so of course it brings up ALLLL the feels. So consider this episode a masterclass in HOW TO SAY THANK YOU (without being weird). Oh! And I don’t want you to miss a single step of this process, so you can download all the slides from the training at www.brianbreakscharacter.com/74 It’s totally free… And I don’t even expect you to send me a thank you note. (wink) Thank You from the bottom of my heart for listening and helping make Season One of the podcast a success! Oh! And… This may be the last episode of the season, but you can take this time to catch up on past episodes. See you in August!
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| 21 Sep 2022 | Your Audition Magnet Questions Answered | 00:30:40 | |
Your Audition Magnet questions answered! I already have a solid social media following. I’m feeling hesitant – when is this going to be offered again? | |||
| 30 Nov 2022 | #95 The Call-In Coaching Show with Brian Part One | 00:56:05 | |
Today I’m giving you a backstage pass to a coaching call. I invited podcast superfans to a LIVE COACHING CALL and we talked about ALLLLLL THE THINGS. We covered so much we had to split the call into 2 episodes… and both binge-worthy episodes dropped today! Since my group coaching calls are devoted to my online course curriculum, this was a rare chance for me to throw down on all things related to the business plus a healthy dose of spirituality… and how to be a good citizen of this planet. HERE’S AN OUTLINE TO HELP YOU TAKE NOTES: 1. Gracefully leave your reps → HINT: it is okay & quite possible to do so! 2. Permission granted to be a parent! How-to & when-to communicate about your growing family 3. Know when to quit VS take a break VS commit 100% to a non-judgmental acting class 4. Make decisions without second-guessing yourself: Do you actually have a choice or are you torturing yourself with a dilemma? 5. How to choose wardrobe for your next headshot session 6. Gift Guide - What to give the people in this bizniz (and how to know when you’re overdoing it!) 7. Ask for what you want without sounding like a needy, egocentric dipsh*t Grab your notebook and don’t sit this one out. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character!
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| 06 Apr 2022 | #67 Make Meaningful Content with Spiritual Practitioner Sonia Jackson | 00:53:47 | |
If you don’t feel 100% connected to your why, today’s episode with Spiritual Practitioner Sonia Jackson is a must listen. So… Grab a mug of tea and get cozy as Sonia lights up your spirit with her Visions of Possibilities (also the name of her non-profit edutainment organization that produces projects that challenge audiences to live in unlimited possibility). Sonia is a spiritual practitioner, master storyteller, actress, and a true balm in Gilead! She’s the spoonful of sugar that helps the spiritual medicine go doooooowwwwn!
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| 15 Jan 2022 | #54 Age Ain’t Nothin’ But a Number - How Sharon Got 17 Meetings for Representation | 00:39:31 | |
Sharon was without an agent for many many years, but was booking shows in theatres throughout Los Angeles. As she continued to watch the beautiful work others were doing in the theatre and in Film/TV, she knew she needed to find reps to make this happen even more. She overcame being worried about her age, technology and experience (even though she has a long list of impressive credits) and got 17 meetings for representation. Of those 17 meetings… she got 17 OFFERS! She not only found an agent, but also a manager. CLOSER LOOK & TAKEAWAYS
With this How They Did It series, actors I’m talking to you: I believe that acting is your calling and your purpose on the planet. You use your voice, and your body, and all that you are, to tell stories that remind US what it is to be human. You have the power to change lives. And, we all know that having great representation makes that impact all that much more possible. But let’s not get it twisted – looking for an agent or a manager sucks. It’s not straightforward, there are tons of people telling you the best-slash-only ways to do it, and it can leave you in a constant state of anxiety thinking to yourself – is this ever going to happen for me? And that's why in this series of tell-all interviews with my agent goals students – you’ll hear how they did it. REMINDER: Each of these bonus episodes is very different because each of these actors wants different things from their careers: some want to be on Broadway, others have their sights set on tv and film, and still others are creators and want to land reps that are excited by that. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character! If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you.
Want to learn more? If you’re an actor and your goal is to have a fabulous representation, come watch Make Agents Want You for free (www.MakeAgentsWantYou.com). That way, you can get off the hamster wheel of reaching out to reps and focus on the acting you were born to do.
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| 01 Mar 2023 | #110 Act Two: 20 Years Later – Pete Finally Got the Agent He Deserved | 00:28:51 | |
Today’s guest, Pete Luna has been an actor in New York 🗽 for over 20 years and he never had a manager or an agent! He tried to get one in the past 🤯 while struggling to nab auditions on his own. 👈 This is when a lot of actors would have throw in the 20-year-old towel! But Pete is a smart – and hysterical! – guy: he switched up his approach to embrace his almosts as well as his wins and by using #agentgoals he signed with agents who represent him in FOUR different cities! #QuadCoastal I just know this episode will inspire you – whether you are seeking new representation or not. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character!
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| 26 Jun 2021 | #12 Mom and actor Eumi let go of limiting beliefs and picked up 6 offers for representation | 00:34:32 | |
Eumi built her confidence in what she already had to land 6 offers and choose an amazing new manager.
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| 01 Mar 2023 | #109 Destination: Vancouver! Rachelle Got 15 Agent Meetings and 12 Offers! | 00:50:05 | |
Have you ever had to sign an NDA or keep an acting gig hush-hush until it aired? Then you'll love this conversation with today's guest Rachelle Hay! Rachelle signed with new reps in Vancouver – after she scored 15 meetings & 12 offers – then she booked a drool-worthy can't-talk-about-it role on television! 🔥🔥 In this episode she tells us how she burned through limiting beliefs to attract the right reps... and then, how they teamed up to navigate a *legal* way to get loud with her most recent booking! 👈 this ultimately unlocked a path to build on her newfound momentum!) 🏃🏻♀️🏃🏻♀️ I just know this episode will inspire you – whether you are seeking new representation or not. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character!
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| 24 Nov 2022 | #94 HOW TO SAY THANK YOU (without being weird) | 01:19:51 | |
Happy Thanksgiving! Today, as you enjoy your tofurkey, quinoa stuffing, and organic cranberry sauce, I want you to know how thankful I am for you. And.. I am dropping a replay of an episode because it is full of gratitude. It's a new way for you to think about how to reach out to people and say thank you and there's no better day for me to share this with you, again, then on Thanksgiving. Lemme ask you… When’s the last time you wrote a thank you email? Or a card? Or a text? Did the words flow freely from your fingertips? I mean we all SAY we’re grateful, so why isn’t it easy to send a thoughtful Thank You note? If you resonate with anything I just said, you’re welcome… because today’s bonus episode is right up your gratitude alley. LISTEN TO LEARN:
And I don’t want you to miss a single step of this process, so you can download all the slides from the training by going to www.brianbreakscharacter.com/74 It’s totally free… don’t worry about sending me a thank you note. (wink) Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character!
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| 12 Apr 2023 | #116 Write Your Dream Role with Emily Grace | 00:54:18 | |
So I'm going to guess you've noticed that we've been talking a lot about writing and content creation here on the podcast lately. So it's the perfect time to bring back this episode with Emily Grace. If you are a writer and an actor and you're trying to propel your career forward with content that you're creating on your own, there are a lot of traps that you can fall into where you waste time, energy and money with making stuff that won’t actually propel your career forward. So this replay is a cautionary tale… I'm just gonna come out and say it, – DO NOT WRITE YOUR OWN CONTENT… Well, not until you listen to this episode! Because even though you've got the best of intentions, chances are you'll make a rookie mistake: You won't write the right character to showcase you & your talents. I hear you thinking: "Ummmmm, excuse me, Brian! I know a thing or two about scripts, I'm an actor, I look at them all day." That right there is the very reason you'll make this mistake. Today's guest Emily Grace walks us through creating content from the lightbulb moment to breaking the process down into small, actionable steps. No, like for real... She really realllllllly breaks it down so that it doesn't feel overwhelming! Plus she teaches us a reliable, failsafe hack to ensure you write stories that actually highlight your talent and attract the right attention in the bizniz. Oh, and we breakdown the entire plot of one of my favorite movies – The Devil Wears Prada. Emily Grace is an expert at helping actors get their damn scripts done. It takes courage to put yourself out there and today’s guest helps actors create their own projects. Tune in to learn:
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| 04 Jan 2023 | #100 A Tell-All Celebration and Lessons Learned 🥳 | 00:36:56 | |
Happy New Year! 🥳 Today we’re celebrating 100 Episodes! 🎉 If You Want to Skip Ahead 👉 Here are our TOP 5 MOST LISTENED TO EPISODES:
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| 29 Sep 2021 | #34 Get More Auditions with your Casting Profiles – The Megamix | 00:23:03 | |
September has been a very busy month in Brian Breaks Character land! We devoted the entire month to helping actors to get more auditions. And we were lucky enough to have some heavy hitters on the show, so we wanna make sure you didn’t miss any of the best tips and takeaways! Take a listen to this very special 24 minute megamix from all of our Get More Auditions episodes this month.
You’ll hear the voices of: Casting Networks’ Katie O’Connor and Scott Madej, CastingAbout and Actors Access’ Blair Hickey and Brian Wold, and my Actor Happiness Manager, our very own Summer Mastain (she puts ME in the hot seat so you get my take on what you can do TODAY to get more auditions TOMORROW!).
TOP 3 TAKEAWAYS
As I mentioned, these are just some of the juicy takeaways from my September Episodes focused all on getting more auditions and casting profiles…
...but don’t think that listening to this gives you the full story – get the full scoop on how to get more auditions by listening to the full episodes here:
Casting Networks' Survival Guide with Katie O'Connor & Scott Madej
Your Casting Profiles in the Age of Social Distancing with Special Host Summer Mastain
Get More Auditions With These CastingAbout & Actors Access Insider Secrets – Part One
Get More Auditions With These CastingAbout & Actors Access Insider Secrets – Part Two
Prepare Ye The Way to Get More Auditions with Special Host Summer Mastain
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| 09 Jun 2021 | #4 Find Your Inner Purpose with Mark and Jenny | 00:52:29 | |
If you’ve ever said to yourself, “I just wanna do work I care about,” then this episode is for you. In today’s episode, two of my absolute favorite people really piss me off! Jenny and Mark are coaches who help their clients discover and articulate their true inner meaning, or what they call their Boldly Original Proposition (BOP). But we might as well call them unicorns because they spin their magic by asking questions that uncover your deepest purpose so you can start doing what matters most.
And they’ve got ME in the hot seat talking about something that makes me feel super weird and squishy. If you’ve ever needed the language to express what it is you do and/or why it’s so important to you then DO NOT MISS THIS EPISODE.
Many of us have got it wrong in our approach to *figuring out* our meaning and purpose in life. When we think about living a meaningful life, we often ask ourselves what we can DO to find our purpose.
You go searching for meaning and purpose in the work you do and in activities outside of yourself. In reality, your inner meaning comes from all the things you’ve gone through and grown through in your life. This could be a combination of both delightful – and not-so-delightful! –experiences.
Jenny and Mark get me to spill my own hesitations with claiming my training as a non-denominational reverend and spiritual practitioner… to be very clear even saying those words STILL makes me wanna yack.
If you have ever wrestled with being seen, then this episode might just crack something open in you.
I cannot wait for you to hear this honest and vulnerable conversation... and by that I mean I can’t believe I’m letting you hear it.
CLOSER LOOK & TAKEAWAYS
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| 17 Nov 2023 | #132 Get More Auditions with these Spotlight Insider Secrets | 00:42:05 | |
In this episode, we've got a surprise for all you actors out there! Spotlight’s Customer Success Manager, David Flynn, joins me to reveal why every actor who wants to work in the UK and beyond (no matter where you're from) should be on this global casting platform. Here are three key takeaways:
Wanna learn more about how to get more auditions? Join me for GIMME GIMME MORE AUDITIONS 🙋🏿♀️🙋🏽🙋🏻♂️ A Proven 3-Part Framework to Get More Auditions for Worthwhile, Paid Projects Snag your spot 👉 https://www.gimmegimmemoreauditions.com/ Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character! If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you.
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| 09 Jun 2021 | #2 Ignite a Revolution In Filmmaking with Naomi McDougall Jones | 01:07:02 | |
I have a creative crush on Naomi McDougall Jones. She’s just the kind of creative that Brian Breaks Character celebrates; she’s an award-winning filmmaker, actress, author, speaker, and diversity in film activist. In her viral Ted Talk What It’s Like to Be a Woman in Hollywood and follow up book The Wrong Kind of Women: Inside Our Revolution to Dismantle the Gods of Hollywood she outlines a four-point plan for a total representation revolution in Hollywood and shows us how we can be a vital part of the change we want to see.
Plus Naomi gives us a front row seat to how she makes her own projects happen: how to get feedback (that’s actually helpful), how to get meaningful meetings with producers, innovating distribution, pitching your project without wasting your time, and how her viral TED talk came to be. Naomi has had quite a journey in the world of film and is here to give us a peek into the difficulties women face in the industry, how to be creative and have your voice heard, adjusting your strategy when approaching systemic issues in the film industry. Tune in to this episode to learn more about the change that needs to happen in film and how our guest is tackling this lack of representation head on!
CLOSER LOOK & TAKEAWAYS
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| 15 Sep 2022 | #82 Casting Networks' Survival Guide with Katie O'Connor & Scott Madej | 00:48:11 | |
Any chance you were super freaked out by the Casting Networks’ update? It was a doozy. And whether or not you think the update is good or bad, it doesn't matter, change can be HARD. So I’m here to help... On this episode of Brian Breaks Character, I sat down with the powers that be from Casting Networks, Katie O'Connor Enterprise Sale Manager for the West Coast and Scott Madej the Manager of Global Talent Support to ask tough questions about the overhaul on their website. In this interview, you'll hear how this big change came about, how much better it is for you, what casting thinks of it all… PLUS you’ll pick up some tips for HOW TO MAKE YOUR PROFILE MO’ BETTA. HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:
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| 09 Mar 2022 | #63 Unstoppable Creativity with Amie McNee | 00:43:09 | |
The titles of Amie McNee’s FOUR books will tell you all you need to know about why she’s today’s guest on the podcast: We Need Your Art Collection, For the Burnt Out Artist, For the Perfectionist, For the Procrastinator. (Reads kinda like a blessing for the audience of Brian Breaks Character, amiright?) She couldn't embody more of what this podcast is all about. P.S. If you journal, or ever tried to journal, or have zero desire to journal but would loooooove all the clarity and confidence that you've heard comes from it, you gotta hear Amie’s take on how to do it well so it actually serves you and serves your creativity. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character! If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you. CONNECT WITH AMIE https://www.instagram.com/inspiredtowrite Website
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| 19 Oct 2022 | #88 Broadway Music Director Brad Haak on Collaboration as a Creative Superpower | 00:48:06 | |
I’m giddy about today’s guest on the podcast: Broadway Music Director BRAD HAAK. Why???
Of course I'm really proud of my bestie Brad for those accomplishments. But his ability to balance the ups and downs of a freelance career with his dogged passion for creating incredibly affecting, Broadway-caliber musical storytelling is why I knew he'd be a great guest for the pod. Listen to learn how Brad mastered the ability to be an artist in his own right while collaborating with some of the biggest names in the bizniz. HERE’S THE TUNE YOU’LL SING AFTER YOU LISTEN:
I have ZERO doubt this conversation will supercharge your creativity and forever change the way you collaborate! Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character!
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| 17 Jul 2021 | #18 Actor & Creator Caroline Landed Reps Who Care About Both | 00:42:02 | |
Actor & Creator Caroline Landed Reps Who Care About Both Caroline Bloom is an actor AND a filmmaker and was determined to find representation that valued her for ALLLL of her incredible creativity – not just for acting!
For far too long she’d been hiding behind the actors-should-only-act myth. She was sure that her road to success had to be paved with acting credits… turns out when she embraced ALL of herself the industry was ready to do so too! She began to indulge in all she had to offer and highlight her gifts in her submissions (instead of tucking them away) – and to her complete surprise, her vulnerability was not only seen, it was signed.
CLOSER LOOK & TAKEAWAYS
With this series, actors I’m talking to you: I believe that acting is your calling and your purpose on the planet. You use your voice, and your body, and all that you are, to tell stories that remind US what it is to be human. You have the power to change lives.
And, we all know that having great representation makes that impact all that much more possible.
But let’s not get it twisted – looking for an agent or a manager sucks. It’s not straightforward, there are tons of people telling you the best-slash-only ways to do it, and it can leave you in a constant state of anxiety thinking to yourself – is this ever going to happen for me?
And that's why in this series of tell-all interviews with my agent goals students – you’ll hear how they did it.
REMINDER: Each of these bonus episodes is very different because each of these actors wants different things from their careers: some want to be on Broadway, others have their sights set on tv and film, and still others are creators and want to land reps that are excited by that.
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| 08 Feb 2023 | #106 The Official 2023 Actor Survival Guide Volume 3 - Part 1 | 00:31:32 | |
Run, Don’t Walk To Get the Survival Guide that accompanies this very special 2-part episode: https://actorsurvivalguide.com Your purpose was given to you by something other than yourself → There's LITERALLY no one else on the planet that can do YOU the way that you can. So, you simply gotta be YOU. I think you can agree: easier said than done sometimes! So for this episode of the podcast, I reached out to the crème de la crème of coaches for actors – Moniqua Plante, DaJuan Johnson, Heidi Dean, Emily Grace, Elise Arsenault & Jo Kelly - the über-experts who wholeheartedly devote themselves to your fulfillment & success in this wild career and when I told them about our tentativeness to show up and be seen… ALLLLLLL SIX OF THEM showed up for a very special Brian Breaks Character Podcast 2-Part Episode: The Actor Survival Guide to 2023… And Volume 3 of this guide was born! Mindset & self-care give us Main Character Energy throughout the guide, but don’t get me wrong, it's FULL of essentials to help you navigate your way through how to
This conversation is so juicy we had to break it up into two episodes and this is the first part, so be sure to come back for part two next week. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character!
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| 14 Jul 2021 | #17 TV Powerhouse Danny Rose teaches how to pitch… and come out alive! | 00:49:44 | |
Behind every hit TV show and blockbuster movie are a thousand shelved projects that’ll never see the light of day. As creatives, we put a lot of heart, time, and energy into our work without the promise of a return on our efforts. Danny Rose is a content creator and producer whose decorated IMDb page might have you fooled. Having produced huge hits like Scrubs, Cougar Town, and Scorpion (just to name a few), Danny has rightfully earned his title as a television producing powerhouse. In today’s episode, Danny shares his road to success and the rejections he’s faced along the way. Danny discusses his determination for inventive storytelling and sharing his ideas with the world – even if the project falls through in the end. He shares his thoughts on why collaboration is where the real creative magic happens, and how his rejection from USC opened all the right doors even though it wasn’t the ones he initially hoped for.
As creatives, we aren’t strangers to rejection. But Danny’s story is proof that every setback is just another step in the right direction. Find validation, comfort, and entertainment in Danny’s story as he chats about the exploration of creativity, the power of collaboration, and how a wild drive down the Florida Keys with Mia Farrow and Paul Mazursky settled his confusion about pursuing his college degree.
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| 31 May 2023 | #123 Act From a Place of Power with Jo Kelly | 00:37:31 | |
This one goes out to all the actors. Right now you might be feeling a little anxious, a little stressed because of the strike that's going on. So I'm replaying an episode that really dives into craft with one of my absolute favorite teachers, Jo Kelly.
I encourage you to listen to this mind-blowing chat (no, literally, we talked about neural pathways!). Jo Kelly is a true gift! **Full disclosure, this interview was taken from an IG Live because the conversation that unfolded was sooooo juicy. I simply had to make it into an episode of the podcast.** And... Jo has a gift just for Brian Breaks Character listeners. Click the link to get in on the free LIVE training that we talk about on the episode! https://www.brianbreakscharacter.com/reset
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| 31 Aug 2022 | #78 How To Land Reps in London with Ditte Maria le-Fevre | 00:41:09 | |
Have you ever wanted to get reps in London or Europe? Or just another dang city where you DON’T currently live? This week’s episode of the Brian Breaks Character podcast is a MUST-LISTEN. Ditte Maria le-Fevre got her fair share of auditions in Denmark, but had a feeling there was more out there for her (sound familiar?). She was already doing all she could to get auditions on her home turf, so she courageously took the 4,100 mile leap and reached out to reps in the UK and she landed a FABULOUS manager. Ditte Maria is a graduate of my now infamous course #agentgoals and she gives that framework a lot of the credit, but SHE is the reason it worked.
Oh, and one more thing: Ditte Maria is a joy to talk to – she is generous with her vulnerability; she doesn’t leave out the stuff that held her; and tells us exactly how she was ultimately able to have the international career she always wanted.
Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character!
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| 24 May 2023 | #122 Rise of the Representation Whisperer 🗣 How 'Make Agents Want You' Changed the Game & Conquered the World | 01:01:47 | |
Hey Listeners! My name is Emma and I'm taking over Brian's posts for today... 💅🏻 In case we haven't crossed paths yet, I'm the Client Success Manager on Brian's team. 👋🏻 To put it simply, I'm like a supportive cheerleader 📣 and a guidance counselor for all of Brian's clients. 👑 We're all about sharing and celebrating our clients' successes, big or small! (...or to put it more graphically, whenever you CAN use this emoji → 🎉). Guess what? March marked the THREE YEAR ANNIVERSARY of Make Agents Want You, the free masterclass that put Brian on the map! You've probably heard of it, right? 😎 It's helped over 8,000 actors worldwide find representation and become a sensation! 🎉🎉🎉 (ahem!) We simply couldn't let this milestone pass without a grand celebration – so, we put together a special episode where Brian spills the beans. You'll learn how this "little class that could" 🚂 (launched during the pandemic); what's new & improved after three years; how Brian's spiritual side played a key role in dreaming it all up (intriguing, right?); and get ready to *hear* Brian blush a little too! Join me in raising a virtual toast to the success of Make Agents Want You and all the actors who've benefited from it. 👉 It's been a wild three years and this is the origin story you don't want to miss! ⭐️ Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character! If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you.
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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES #8 Sheila-Joon from full-on skeptic to bi-coastal success story #10 Sharon Got 35 Meetings for Representation with Zero Referrals https://link.chtbl.com/BBCEp10 #55 Ignite Your JOY with Grey's Anatomy's Sarah Utterback https://link.chtbl.com/BBCEp55 #59 How To Get Representation In A City Where You Don’t Live – Cellina Tells The Tale From Chicago https://link.chtbl.com/BBCEp59 #64 Your Identity and Your Acting Career Are Your Birthright with Yvette Gonzalez https://link.chtbl.com/BBCEp64 #78 How To Land Reps in London with Ditte Maria le-Fevre https://link.chtbl.com/BBCEp78 #97 Steve Carell's TV Wife Laura Niemi Tells All https://link.chtbl.com/BBCEp97 #109 Destination: Vancouver! Rachelle got 15 Agent Meetings... and 12 offers! https://link.chtbl.com/BBCEp109 #119 Performance Capture & Transatlantic Representation with BAFTA Newcomer, Helen Day https://link.chtbl.com/BBCEp119
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| 17 Nov 2021 | #44 Write Your Dream Role with Emily Grace | 00:52:59 | |
I'm just gonna come out and say it, – DO NOT WRITE YOUR OWN CONTENT… Well, not until you listen to this episode! Because even though you've got the best of intentions, chances are you'll make a rookie mistake: You won't write the right character to showcase you & your talents. I hear you thinking: "Ummmmm, excuse me, Brian! I know a thing or two about scripts, I'm an actor, I look at them all day." That right there is the very reason you'll make this mistake. Today's guest Emily Grace walks us through creating content from the lightbulb moment to breaking the process down into small, actionable steps. No, like for real... She really realllllllly breaks it down so that it doesn't feel overwhelming! Plus she teaches us a reliable, failsafe hack to ensure you write stories that actually highlight your talent and attract the right attention in the bizniz. Oh, and we breakdown the entire plot of one of my favorite movies – The Devil Wears Prada. Emily Grace is an expert at helping actors get their damn scripts done. It takes courage to put yourself out there and today’s guest helps actors create their own projects. Tune in to learn:
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| 16 Jun 2021 | #9 An Inside Look At Writing For Television with Nick Wootton | 00:44:14 | |
Emmy Award-Winner Nick Wootton is the reassuring voice we all need to hear; he's fabulously successful, AND he wrestles with the same demons all creatives do! Nick is a writer and executive producer for network television shows like NYPD Blue, Law and Order, and Stumptown (just to name a few).
Plus, he's just about the nicest, most generous guy you could ever hope to meet… honestly, I want him to be my friend – and you will too, especially after you hear his honest take on writing for television.
In this episode, Nick talks about being branded as a writer for network television and what it means to change the narrative of the creative work you do. He emphasizes the idea that expansion beyond the scope of work you've been recognized for requires taking action – and not just thinking about it.
Drawing from Nick's wealth of experience pitching and producing television, we get into a frank discussion about how to combat stage fright and nerves while also staying true to your purpose. Nick speaks to his experience working with actors as a writer, so actors take note of ways to bolster up in the audition room.
If you ever plan to pitch or produce ANYTHING, don't miss this episode to hear his intimate relationship with creativity – plus the essential actions every creative must take if they want to be successful.
CLOSER LOOK & TAKEAWAYS
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| 19 Apr 2023 | #117 How to Get An Agent with Guest Host Sarah Gaboury | 00:39:23 | |
Real Actor’s Lab’s Sarah Gaboury asked me to come on her IG Live to tell her students how to find managers and agents and the conversation that unfolded was sooooo juicy, I simply had to make it into an episode of the podcast. 👉If you're an actor who needs representation this episode is a no-brainer: LISTEN. NOW. After helping 542 actors sign with the right reps, I can’t wait to tell you all about why my rebellious approach to make agents want you actually works. If you're not an actor, this convo has a lot to teach you, too: I teach the exact mindset you need to really put YOURSELF out there and to say what you really want. And I’m teaching a free, live masterclass where I’m going to share the secrets this week! 🎉 ➡️ So if you need reps (or just want *new* ones or you’re thinkin’ about leaving yours)… Don’t miss this masterclass - https://makeagentswantyou.com/inspire Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character!
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| 09 Nov 2022 | #91 How to Become Offer Only with Guest Host, Actor Shawn K. Jain | 00:41:58 | |
Don't Miss This Exclusive Training: Shawn K. Jain here, Guest Host for this week's episode of the pod! And I’ve got Brian in the HOT SEAT. FULL TRANSPARENCY: Brian invited me to Guest Host. I’m hosting this episode of Brian Breaks Character because after TWO YEARS of *new* audition protocols I wanted to sit him down to get his take on ALL THINGS coaching, marketing, and productivity (and toxic-productivity!). Plus this episode gives you a head start on tackling the MOST FRUSTRATING QUESTION: I’m not working or auditioning as much as I want, SO WHAT SHOULD I DO? And this episode is here to help. Your career changes day to day and week to week and you take alllll that on. And this episode is here to support you with FRESH IDEAS that won’t leave you pissed off at the bizniz or exhausted from trying to do it all. Sooo get ready for an inspo-filled episode that honors your talent and gives you the mindset to approach your career with class & respect. HERE’S A TASTE OF WHAT WE COVER:
And... when this episode sparks you to answer that question “What do I do?” I hope you'll join us for a 3-hour live, online workshop, Become Offer Only. Brian will teach you a rock solid foundation to get (and stay!) on casting’s short list. He's designed this intensive to help you see immediate improvements in your career and to help you set-up the networking system you need to thrive for the rest of the year, and all of 2023.
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| 18 Oct 2023 | #131 The Official 2023 Actor Survival Guide Vol 4 - PART TWO | 00:38:36 | |
🏃♀️ 🏃♂️ Run, Don't Walk to Get the Survival Guide that accompanies this very special 2-part episode: https://actorsurvivalguide.com This is Part Two of the Actor Survival Guide. 🎭 Look, we've been living through two strikes! 💥💥 And right now it might not even feel like you're in your acting career because what does an acting career even look like at this point? 🤔 So, I reached out to the crème de la crème of coaches for actors – the über-experts who wholeheartedly devote themselves to your fulfillment & success in this wild career – and asked them: What is a strategy actors can apply when things are just slow? ALLLLLLL TWELVE OF THEM showed up for this very special pop-up Brian Breaks Character Podcast 2-Part Episode: The Actor Survival Guide to 2023… And Volume 4 of this guide was born! 🌟 And.. You know I love an actionable strategy, whether that's something you do with your hands or your mindset, so this guide is full of measurable steps to supercharge your acting career and shake off that strike funk. 💪 On this episode you'll hear from Sam Valentine, Anthony Meindl, Jo Kelly, Shannon Bills, Elise Arsenault, DaJuan Johnson & Me! Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character!
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| 13 Oct 2021 | #37 Showrunner Paul Witten's Road to the Emmys was Paved with NOs | 00:52:58 | |
In this episode of Brian Breaks Character, Showrunner, Creator, and Actor, Paul Witten gives us a MASTERCLASS in putting yourself out there! I brought him on the show so you can see how relentless creativity (and not taking NO for answer) reallllllly pays off! But it wasn’t all rainbows, lollipops, and big-name comedians… Paul heard NO a lot, but instead of letting the NOs bring him down, he transformed them into finding the right community of artists and supporters for his projects. What I love about Paul (and I know you will too!) is that he leads with kindness. In this episode, Paul explains how he surrounded himself with like-minded individuals who wanted to get on board with his project because of HIS story and then was able to make his show happen WITHOUT ONE OUNCE OF CROWDFUNDING.
Paul Witten is an actor/writer/producer. He recently had the pleasure of shooting “The Comeback Trail”, a feature film working alongside Robert DeNiro, Tommy Lee Jones, Morgan Freeman and Zach Braff, as well as a recent guest spot on Brooklyn 99. He also had a recurring role in the multiple award winning Apple+ series “The Morning Show”, with Jennifer Aniston. Additionally, Paul created, co-wrote and stars opposite Jane Lynch in the Emmy winning comedy series, "Dropping The Soap", currently available on Amazon. Paul’s most recent short film, “A Play”, which he produced, co-wrote and stars in, is currently running the festival circuit having won numerous festival awards. Paul also just penned a half hour comedy pilot, “You Are Here”, which he will begin pitching soon. Favorite Los Angeles theatre credits include; "The Goat Or, Who Is Sylvia" (Best Actor nominee, Ovation Awards), "The Woman In Black" (Best Actor nominee; LA Drama Critics Circle and Ovation Awards/ LA premiere); "The Brothers Karamazov" (Best Ensemble LA Drama Critics Circle, LA premiere).
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| 11 Sep 2021 | #31 Get More Auditions With These CastingAbout & Actors Access Insider Secrets – Part Two | 00:43:04 | |
If you want to know a verifiable way to get more auditions, grab your notebook for Part Two of my interview with Blair Hickey and Brian Wold, the Co-Founders of CastingAbout and Consultants for Breakdown Services. I locked them in a Zoom room and forced them to tell me ALLLLLL THE INSIDER SECRETS of how actors can make themselves unforgettable on Actors Access… and there were just too many juicy takeaways for one episode.
In this episode, we dive deeper into how to create and maintain those strong relationships with casting directors – especially now that those relationships are 90% online.
Brian Wold has over three decades of experience in public relations, marketing and business communications. Blair Hickey has been a working actor for almost 30 years (The Big Bang Theory, NCIS: LA, Heroes). Combining their skills and expertise, Blair and Brian created CastingAbout, the online casting and production guide for professional actors. In 2009, CastingAbout was acquired by Breakdown Services, where both continue to work as consultants.
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| 26 May 2021 | Welcome to Brian Breaks Character | 00:00:59 | |
The show where we slay the suffering artist myth so you can attract the right attention, get out of your own way, and become so aligned with your spiritual purpose that abundance in all its glorious forms finds you. Brian Breaks Character is your new favorite listen if you're done suffering for your art and second-guessing every step of your yellow brick road. | |||
| 21 Aug 2021 | #27 Stephanie drops the target list and finds the perfect bicoastal agent | 00:50:28 | |
After five incredible meetings, Stephanie signed with a bicoastal agent and has been collaborating with them ever since! But things didn’t start that way! Teacher, do-er, and champion of the arts Stephanie Weeks knew she was a powerful creative. But translating that to agent emails never fit. She was often left feeling unseen and fearful.
By trusting her intuition and worthiness she was able to find her footing, pinpoint exactly what she offers (and whom she wanted to offer it to), and most importantly, how to do it her way.
CLOSER LOOK & TAKEAWAYS
With this series, actors I’m talking to you: I believe that acting is your calling and your purpose on the planet. You use your voice, and your body, and all that you are, to tell stories that remind US what it is to be human. You have the power to change lives.
And, we all know that having great representation makes that impact all that much more possible.
But let’s not get it twisted – looking for an agent or a manager sucks. It’s not straightforward, there are tons of people telling you the best-slash-only ways to do it, and it can leave you in a constant state of anxiety thinking to yourself – is this ever going to happen for me?
And that's why in this series of tell-all interviews with my agent goals students – you’ll hear how they did it.
REMINDER: Each of these bonus episodes is very different because each of these actors wants different things from their careers: some want to be on Broadway, others have their sights set on tv and film, and still others are creators and want to land reps that are excited by that.
Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character!
If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you.
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| 18 Oct 2023 | #130 The Official 2023 Actor Survival Guide Vol 4 - PART ONE | 00:33:57 | |
🏃♀️ 🏃♂️ Run, Don’t Walk To Get the Survival Guide that accompanies this very special 2-part episode: https://actorsurvivalguide.com This is Part One of the Actor Survival Guide. Whenever the bizniz feels S L O W 🐢 ... ...my thoughts start to get W E I R D. I'm not gonna give a lot of airtime to my trash thoughts cuz I'm gonna guess you know them intimately (E.g., Should I still be doing this, Does anyone care, Why am I banging my head against the wall, etc.). Wallowing in weirdness won't get us anywhere, so I reached out for help from TWELVE (yup, 12) of the best acting bizniz coaches on the planet ...oh yeah, and me which makes it a baker's dozen! I asked these rockstar coaches to answer one question: What is a strategy actors can apply when things are just slow? ALLLLLLL TWELVE OF THEM showed up for this very special pop-up Brian Breaks Character Podcast 2-Part Episode: The Actor Survival Guide to 2023… And Volume 4 of this guide was born! 💥 What's in it for you? 🤔
On this episode you'll hear from Christine Horn, Jodie Bentley, Emily Grace, Moniqua Plante, Tony Rossi, & Sarah Gaboury. Let's ride the acting roller coaster with joy instead of fear! 🎢 Hands up! 🙌 Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character!
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| 03 May 2023 | #119 Performance Capture & Transatlantic Representation with BAFTA Newcomer, Helen Day | 00:53:02 | |
👉 Have you ever been interested in Performance or Motion Capture? 👉 Do you have a Non-Traditional Performance Background and are wondering how to tie it in with your acting career? (Calling all dancers, puppeteers, mimes, etc.!)🕺🏻👀 👉 Are you an International Performer looking to work in the US? Then grab you earbuds cuz today's podcast episode has got your name ALLLL OVER IT! 🌟 🇬🇧 Helen Day is a British actress, dancer, circus performer, puppeteer, and voiceover & performance capture artist who made it across the pond from England 💂♀️ to Los Angeles 🌴. In this episode, she shares the intimate details of working with James Cameron, transitioning from dance to film, the story of how she landed representation in LA and her consciousness around making her big move to the US. 🇺🇸 Helen's wild combination of unique skills opened the door to collaborations with icons like Tim Burton 👻, Henson Studios 🐸, James Cameron's 🦋 Avatar-inspired Cirque du Soleil 🎪 show, Samuel L. Jackson, and Luminous Productions (video games like Forspoken). 🎮 In this conversation, you'll learn how Helen used her non-traditional acting background to attract the right attention in the US and abroad. If you're worried you're soooooo unique the bizniz will never understand you, then this episode is for you. If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you.
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| 31 Jul 2021 | #22 How Misha went from one audition a year to three a week! | 00:37:51 | |
Misha’s acting was consistently killer. So good, in fact, she had friends giving her constant referrals! And yet… she was hardly auditioning. Misha said no to referrals, gave up her target list, and quit worrying about her credits… and BAM!
After taking ownership of her career and putting her choices in her own hands, Misha went from having one theatrical audition a year to self-taping for major network shows 2-3 times a week. And she does not hold back on sharing her secret sauce in this episode!
CLOSER LOOK & TAKEAWAYS
With this series, actors I’m talking to you: I believe that acting is your calling and your purpose on the planet. You use your voice, and your body, and all that you are, to tell stories that remind US what it is to be human. You have the power to change lives.
And, we all know that having great representation makes that impact all that much more possible.
But let’s not get it twisted – looking for an agent or a manager sucks. It’s not straightforward, there are tons of people telling you the best-slash-only ways to do it, and it can leave you in a constant state of anxiety thinking to yourself – is this ever going to happen for me?
And that's why in this series of tell-all interviews with my agent goals students – you’ll hear how they did it.
REMINDER: Each of these bonus episodes is very different because each of these actors wants different things from their careers: some want to be on Broadway, others have their sights set on tv and film, and still others are creators and want to land reps that are excited by that.
Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character!
If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you.
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| 05 Jan 2022 | #52 Vision & Visualization | 01:04:21 | |
Today’s podcast episode is mindset revolution in 23 minutes. And Brian Breaks Character listener, it’s so easy, it might piss you off. I gathered together six actors to lead them through an exercise that cuts through limiting beliefs and sticky comparison thoughts to illuminate their deepest desires. Visualization is the act of using your imagination to create a mental picture or mental motion picture of something you want to do, be, have or experience. During the visualization experience, you give yourself permission to live the experience in your mind as if it were actually happening in the present moment. This experience works best in a quiet place without interruption. I hope you’ll join us.
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| 30 Mar 2022 | #66 Overcome the Pick Me! Pick Me! Mindset with Brian & Guest Host Lola Rufai | 01:02:37 | |
We are doing something a little different on this episode of Brian Breaks Character. Last summer, Lola Rufai of The Helping Actor invited me to her Breakthrough Actor Summit to talk about finding representation and specifically to share more about embodying the CEO when it comes to agent and manager meetings. Now, I don't know what kind of magic this woman weaved, but she got me to have a very different conversation around representation and it was just too juicy not to make into a podcast episode (of course I got her permission first). What I want you to listen for is not how to get a manager or agent. For that you can come to my FREE LIVE Masterclass. Listen to this episode to learn the stance you have to take in order to attract the yeses and the nos so that you can have freedom of choice when you're choosing that perfect representation. So not only are you not just getting any random manager and agent, but you are getting one that truly sees the value of what you have to offer as an artist and one who loves the uniqueness of you. Sounds like a dream, right? And if you already have representation… Don't stop listening to this episode! We also talk about how you can find your own value in the rep relationship you are in right now, cuz I know so often it can be tricky to have those conversations with your current representation when you're like: Am I getting enough auditions? Is there something else I can be doing? You know, we tend to fall back on those pretty lame questions. In this episode, I share the sophisticated questions to ask so that you can make sure you have that perfect match. And… I’m teaching the masterclass we talk about in this episode LIVE Tomorrow at 11am PT, Saturday, 4/2 and Monday, 4/4. Click the link to register for Make Agents Want You LIVE - https://www.makeagentswantyou.com
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| 01 Feb 2023 | #104 Make It Real: Should Your Second Passion Pay Your Bills? With Actor Gianna Rapp | 00:56:50 | |
❤️ Do you have more than one passion? ⚖️ Do you ever feel that you have to choose? ⚡️ Or that if you give energy to one passion you’re cheating on the other? Well, what if I told you one passion could support the other? 🤯 On this episode of the podcast we continue our series devoted to making your big idea real.💡 WE TALK ABOUT ATTRACTING ABUNDANCE BY SAYING YES TO BOTH PASSIONS! 💰x 💰 💵 So, YES, we talk about money… 🙀 Now for my creatives out there. I know we can get really weird around money because we LOVE what we do. …Oftentimes we can get all itchy and sticky and all of our wicked stepsisters TIME & MONEY come in to say 👉You're not doing it right, you're doing it wrong. Hello, impostor syndrome anybody?? 🤦🏻♂️ Take a breath, I gotchu. 💗 Today's episode is going to be of a whole ton of value for you because my guest is actor Gianna Rapp and she started her own coaching business. She helps actors to really be in their authentic space when it comes to understanding technique and how it fits them perfectly. 👆 You can imagine she wants to honor her integrity in this and so all the 🐛creepy crawly critics inside are coming out to rise up to say 👇👇👇 🧟♀️ You're not good enough! 🧟♂️ How dare you say this to people out loud! 🧟 How can you put that messaging into the world? Gianna and I talk about the sacredness, great care and consciousness you want to bring to starting a business like this.🦋 So, if you've ever wanted to tap into one of your talents and make a buck 💵 from doing it OR you know you've got some gifts to offer the world where you could make some money then this episode is going to teach you how to start that process. 🎰 BONUS! We even get into social media messaging on this episode. We claim this obstacle and own it as a way to attract more of Gianna’s ideal audience. Oh! And, remember (I've been saying it like a broken record 💿this month) ➡️ The answer to cracking the code to staying committed to your big idea is to know who this is for. So, obvi, Gianna and I get into that right away in this episode. And… If your ❤️ goes pitter pat when you think about making your vision a reality, spend a year getting coaching from me surrounded by other highly-motivated creatives who make things happen inside the Make it Real mastermind.🧠 Click LINK IN BIO or apply here ➡️ https://brianbreakscharacter.com/apply
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| 20 Oct 2021 | #38 No-Sweat Social Media Strategies with the Queen Heidi Dean | 00:55:31 | |
Have you ever worried about what to post on social media?
Well, Heidi Dean of Marketing4Actors clears this up for us on today’s episode. And whether you’re a butcher, a baker, a candlestick maker, her advice will empower you to actually make an impact (and worthwhile connections!) on social media.
{I have to admit, I was a bit intimidated by the awesomeness of this guest. But, guess what…. She gave me an A+ on my IG captions. Hey now! This means a lot coming from this Social Media Queen!}
In this episode, Heidi teaches a three-part framework (you know I love one of those!) that will help you NAIL what to include (and what not to!) in your next post.
HERE ARE JUST A FEW OF THE BIGGEST TAKEAWAYS
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| 05 Oct 2022 | #86 No One Here is Like Me with TV writer & author Robert King | 00:56:41 | |
This week’s guest on the pod is TV writer & author Robert King – his latest book No One Here Is Like Me dropped just two weeks ago. A searingly honest, hilarious, and vulnerable look into what it means to be Black (and Black-ish) in America, Robert's memoir uses social commentary in a storytelling style that makes you feel like you’re chilling with your best friend.If your best friend was a prolific TV writer & multiracial artist (and Barack Obama gave him parenting advice.) As a television writer he knows comedy: He writes for ABC's The Chase, Leslie Jones on Supermarket Sweep, and he was one of the head writers for Hulu's Up Early Tonight, Abbi Crutchfield’s late night show. And the podcast lives up to its name in this episode (he breaks me!): Robert reveals his own book writing process while offering ME some advice on writing mine! (HINT: you don't have to do it alone ). SOME HIGHLIGHTS
This conversation is so intimate and special; I truly felt like I was sitting on the couch next to a friend. No matter what kind of creative you are – you’re going to love meeting Robert and you’ll put your earbuds down feeling inspired after listening. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character!
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| 28 Jul 2021 | #21 Use Your Words (to Get into the Right Inboxes) with Copywriting Queen Marisa Corcoran | 00:53:33 | |
If you know me, you know I’m obsessed with all things messaging and copywriting. Before you say “Brian, I signed up to be an actor/filmmaker.creative, not a writer,” I want you to face a truth - YOU HAVE TO WRITE TO GET NOTICED IN THIS WORLD! The ability to write (or in other words, communicate, or in other words say "HEY I EXIST!") is an essential AND LEARNED part of being a creative that – when done well – will help you attract the right opportunities. This is why I’m geeking out over today’s podcast guest Marisa Corcoran - the queen of copywriting herself. Marisa has her MFA in Acting from Harvard (not too shabby), but now uses her theatrical skills to teach coaches and creatives how to confidently schmooze their way into the right inboxes.
If you've ever been afraid you'll 'annoy someone’ by showing up in their inbox, then this episode is your free masterclass in getting out of our own way. This conversation uncovers performance-based methods for you to step into your confidence through copy. So grab that notebook and pen, and get ready to have your mind blown as Marisa shares some juicy tips on how your emails can jump into people’s inboxes with tons of joy.
CLOSER LOOK & TAKEAWAYS
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| 13 Jan 2023 | #101 Make it Real: How to See it Through with Your Big Idea | 00:19:20 | |
Tell me if this sounds familiar… ✅ You’ve got an idea for a bizniz, a film, or a creative project, but you need support and a strategy to get it off the ground. ✅ Or maybe you’ve got a big idea, but you’re afraid to even say it out loud... cuz what if it doesn't work out... and who are you to try anyway? Plus if you’re anything like me, you show up for other people, but without someone holding you accountable, your own stuff ends up at the bottom of the to-do list. And let’s be honest you don’t have any time or money to waste – there aren't enough hours in the day to pursue some wild dream that won't lead to guaranteed results. Whew! I totes get it! It can feel reeeeeally vulnerable to admit, that YOU'RE MEANT FOR SOMETHING MORE... 🙌 ...and nearly IMPOSSIBLE to take action toward some idea that still feels cloudy. On today’s podcast, I gotchu covered. I share my beliefs around what it means to hatch or birth your big idea, to say yes to your purpose and all the different facets of what that means. You’ll learn action steps towards:
And… If your heart goes pitter pat when you think about making your vision a reality, spend a year getting coaching from me surrounded by other highly-motivated creatives who make things happen inside the Make It Real mastermind. Click here to apply 👉 https://brianbreakscharacter.com/apply
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| 09 Oct 2021 | #36 How Angel started her 3rd act with 14 offers for representation | 00:40:08 | |
Angel hit LA running back in the day. She landed reps fast and worked until... she realized she had no idea how to keep things going and she ultimately got burned out.
After taking a 12-year hiatus from the biz to work as an elementary school teacher, Angel realized she still had an actor itch to scratch… except she had no idea how to get back into things, how to submit to reps, or how to translate her years of experience and wisdom into meetings and finding her team.
Now after 15 meetings and 14 (!!) offers for representation, Angel is flying high and taking on the business with a whole new outlook in her self-proclaimed “3rd act”!
CLOSER LOOK & TAKEAWAYS
With this How They Did It series, actors I’m talking to you: I believe that acting is your calling and your purpose on the planet. You use your voice, and your body, and all that you are, to tell stories that remind US what it is to be human. You have the power to change lives.
And, we all know that having great representation makes that impact all that much more possible.
But let’s not get it twisted – looking for an agent or a manager sucks. It’s not straightforward, there are tons of people telling you the best-slash-only ways to do it, and it can leave you in a constant state of anxiety thinking to yourself – is this ever going to happen for me?
And that's why in this series of tell-all interviews with my agent goals students – you’ll hear how they did it.
REMINDER: Each of these bonus episodes is very different because each of these actors wants different things from their careers: some want to be on Broadway, others have their sights set on tv and film, and still others are creators and want to land reps that are excited by that.
Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character!
If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you.
Want to learn more? If you’re an actor and your goal is to have a fabulous representation, come watch Make Agents Want You for free (www.MakeAgentsWantYou.com). That way, you can get off the hamster wheel of reaching out to reps and focus on the acting you were born to do.
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| 23 Mar 2022 | #65 Let’s Re-Define Productivity with Sam Valentine (oh, and BOUNDARIES!!!) | 01:00:27 | |
Anyone else triggered by the word L A Z Y? Sam openly describes how she’s re-defined productivity in her own life and career (and her double-career as a podcast host & editor!). Lazy WAS a trigger word for Sam – so she took steps to create a new schedule that supports her goals and focuses on what she really wants. Don’t we alllllll want that???? I point this out because what Sam says will challenge you with practices that some might consider SUBVERSIVE – especially in a culture that often rewards toxic productivity. And I think that listening to her story can help ALL OF US – because I have never met a human who said I AM REALLY GOOD AT CREATING BOUNDARIES. This episode is all about being honest with yourself and creating a schedule that supports you living your most meaningful and creative life. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character!
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| 26 Jun 2024 | #134 Get More Auditions with Casting Workbook CEO Susan Fox 🌎 🎬 | 00:51:58 | |
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| 26 Jan 2022 | #56 Actor Survival Guide to 2022 with an All-Star Lineup of Coaches Part 1 | 00:49:32 | |
Run, Don’t Walk To Get the Survival Guide that accompanies this very special 2-part episode: https://actorsurvivalguide.com I can’t predict the weather, but after 2+ years of social distancing, I figure you *might* be a little unfocused and need some protection from the distraction downpour. These unprecedented times have forever changed what it means to pursue an acting career. On the one hand, COVID brought an explosion of self-tape auditions! But it also raised questions regarding what's safe on set, on stage... and in our lives. This conversation is so juicy we had to break it up into two episodes and this is the first part, so be sure to come back for part two next week.
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| 21 Sep 2022 | #83 Get More Auditions With These CastingAbout & Actors Access Insider Secrets – Part One | 00:37:37 | |
I’m gonna guess you have an Actors Access/Breakdown Express profile so Casting Directors can find you. And even though the site has *some* free functionality, I’m also gonna guess that you plunk down $68/year (plus any other fees) so you can host your video files and get access to the best auditions out there.
I’m sharing that BIG number so you make it a priority to listen to this episode of Brian Breaks Character. Today’s guests are Blair Hickey and Brian Wold, the Co-Founders of CastingAbout and Consultants for Breakdown Services… I locked them in a Zoom room and forced them to tell me ALLLLLL THE INSIDER SECRETS of how actors can make themselves unforgettable on Actors Access. And look, you may have heard from them before… but I’m gonna guess that was before ‘the panorama’ and before 94% of your auditions were self-tapes. So this is brand-new intel that will actually move the dial on getting more auditions in the new normal. HERE ARE THE TOP 5 INSIDER TAKEAWAYS
Brian Wold has over 3 decades of experience in public relations, marketing and business communications. Blair Hickey has been a working actor for almost 30 years (The Big Bang Theory, NCIS: LA, Heroes). Combining their skills and expertise, Blair and Brian created CastingAbout, the online casting and production guide for professional actors. In 2009, CastingAbout was acquired by Breakdown Services, where both continue to work as consultants. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character! If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you.
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| 26 Apr 2023 | #118 Art as Activism Award-Winning Advice for Content Creators from The Exonerated's Jessica Blank | 00:50:24 | |
Ready to unleash the creative storytelling activist inside you? 🎨🎭 Tired of those pesky voices in your head telling you you're not good enuff? Or the idea's not good enuff? Or it doesn't matter? 🗣️ Shut 'em down with this episode of the pod – my guest is the incredibly well-recognized & awarded co-creator of The Exonerated, Jessica Blank. Jessica is a creative force to be reckoned with! Her work has been recognized by Lucille Lortel, Outer Critics Circle, Drama Desk, Ovation and named 'Best Play of the Year' by The New York Times. Her approach to creativity is smart, rooted in activism, and empowering – she's like a red hot furnace of creative energy! 💪🔥 And you're in good hands (ears?) with this episode 👉 Jessica's taught storytelling at some of the most prestigious places around (oh, you know, the biggies like Brown, Stanford, NYU, Juilliard, and my alma mater Northwestern). #GoCats 😻 Whether you're a hobbyist or a Hollywood heavyweight, Jessica has insights & inspiration that will help you create content that matters. Grab your notebook 📓 and lean in as Jessica shows you how to start a revolution with your creativity! 🔥🔥 Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character!
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| 06 Nov 2021 | #42 Need Reps? Referrals are Dangerous & Here's Why | 00:35:00 | |
Remixing some of the best of the best from our Bonus episodes and this one is all about the big bad R-- Referrals! Sharon, Shawn and Misha share their personal stories of what form of referrals to agents and managers they took in the past, how they dealt with them in the present, and why they will never turn to them again. CLOSER LOOK & TAKEAWAYS
With this series, actors I’m talking to you: I believe that acting is your calling and your purpose on the planet. You use your voice, and your body, and all that you are, to tell stories that remind US what it is to be human. You have the power to change lives. And, we all know that having great representation makes that impact all that much more possible. But let’s not get it twisted – looking for an agent or a manager sucks. It’s not straightforward, there are tons of people telling you the best-slash-only ways to do it, and it can leave you in a constant state of anxiety thinking to yourself – is this ever going to happen for me? And that's why in this series of tell-all interviews with my agent goals students – you’ll hear how they did it. REMINDER: Each of these bonus episodes is very different because each of these actors wants different things from their careers: some want to be on Broadway, others have their sights set on tv and film, and still others are creators and want to land reps that are excited by that. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character! If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you. Want to learn more? If you’re an actor and your goal is to have a fabulous representation, come watch Make Agents Want You for free (www.MakeAgentsWantYou.com). That way, you can get off the hamster wheel of reaching out to reps and focus on the acting you were born to do. Connect With Sharon https://www.instagram.com/sharononscreen/ Connect With Shawn https://www.instagram.com/shawnjain Connect With Misha https://www.instagram.com/mishabouvion/ Subscribe To The Podcast https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490?to=page Watch The Uncut Behind-the-Scenes Of The Podcast On Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/brianpatacca Need New Representation? Get In On This Free Training: Follow Me On Instagram For A First-look At Our Guests And Upcoming Episodes! | |||
| 16 Nov 2022 | #92 The Upside of Stress with Ben Curtis | 00:31:40 | |
This week’s guest is Ben Curtis – an internationally recognized actor, musician, public speaker, mental health advocate, and life coach. But you’ll probs recognize him from the infamous: “Dude, you’re getting a Dell!” commercials. Nowadays Ben’s mantra is Dude, You’re Getting Well! (also the name of his podcast). As a creative person, I know you put yourself out there ALL THE TIME which means you face high-highs & low-lows AKA abundance & rejection are part of the deal. So I invited Ben to drop by the show to share his tools for self-care, compassion, and healing… or as he describes it: The Upside of Stress! And let me tell you, the dude did not disappoint:
This episode gives you real tools to navigate the *potentially* stressful holiday season plus this way you can look Aunt Janet in the eye when she asks you: How’s that artistic-life thing going? And... Ben totally had me break character; he turned the tables and got me to talk about my own personal flavor of stress… And I’m pretty sure you’ll see yourself in this story! Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character!
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| 03 Jul 2021 | #14 From Calling it Quits to 12 Offers – INSPIRING STORY ALERT | 00:37:04 | |
Funny lady and voiceover actress Sawyer Greenberg was ready to hang up the proverbial actor-towel. She had done it all and was seeing diddly squat for her efforts. Maybe she should become a dentist? But through some deep ownership of her story and a new healthy relationship with accountability, she got 12 offers for representation. Oh and she not only got to choose her amazing new rep – surprise, surprise! – she also found herself wholly devoted and excited by being an actress again. CLOSER LOOK & TAKEAWAYS
With this series, actors I’m talking to you: I believe that acting is your calling and your purpose on the planet. You use your voice, and your body, and all that you are, to tell stories that remind US what it is to be human. You have the power to change lives.
And, we all know that having great representation makes that impact all that much more possible.
But let’s not get it twisted – looking for an agent or a manager sucks. It’s not straightforward, there are tons of people telling you the best-slash-only ways to do it, and it can leave you in a constant state of anxiety thinking to yourself – is this ever going to happen for me?
And that's why in this series of tell-all interviews with my agent goals students – you’ll hear how they did it.
REMINDER: Each of these bonus episodes is very different because each of these actors wants different things from their careers: some want to be on Broadway, others have their sights set on tv and film, and still others are creators and want to land reps that are excited by that.
Watch the uncut behind-the-scenes video of this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/brianpatacca
CONNECT WITH SAWYER Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sawyergreenberg
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If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you.
Want to learn more? If you’re an actor and your goal is to have a fabulous representation, come watch Make Agents Want You for free www.MakeAgentsWantYou.com here: http://www.makeagentswantyou.com/ . That way, you can get off the hamster wheel of reaching out to reps and focus on the acting you were born to do.
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| 12 Jan 2022 | #53 Diverse Representation Founder, Jaia Thomas | 00:33:58 | |
Today is my birthday…But I have a gift for you! As an artist, your divine purpose is to change the world through your creativity. And if you're called to be a part of the rise in social activism right now – I've got a story that will inspire you to further raise your hand (and your voice!). Jaia Thomas of Diverse Representation joins me on the podcast today and models how to connect the dots from creativity to activism – and how we are called to do this work (big and small). Jaia walked into Black Panther pumped to see all the Black actors on screen; after the movie, she rushed home and whipped out her laptop to learn more. When she discovered the teams behind the Black actors were not Black she knew she had to do something about it (correction: she was able to find one person on Lupita Nyong'o’s team). As you’ll hear, it wasn’t always a walk through Wakanda – but Jaia put one foot in front of the other to create a company (and a movement): Diverse Representation connects acting and sports talent with Black agents, attorneys, managers, & publicists (and each other!). If you have any desire to make this world a better place, I know her story will inspire you. Today is my birthday (it’s okay to say that twice on the actual day, right?) and honestly, the greatest gift you could give me – AND EVERYONE ELSE ON THIS PLANET – is to do what you were called to do (anything less would be selfish). Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character! If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you.
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| 22 Sep 2022 | #84 Get More Auditions With These CastingAbout & Actors Access Insider Secrets – Part Two | 00:38:23 | |
If you want to know a verifiable way to get more auditions, grab your notebook for Part Two of my interview with Blair Hickey and Brian Wold, the Co-Founders of CastingAbout and Consultants for Breakdown Services. I locked them in a Zoom room and forced them to tell me ALLLLLL THE INSIDER SECRETS of how actors can make themselves unforgettable on Actors Access… and there were just too many juicy takeaways for one episode. In this episode, we dive deeper into how to create and maintain those strong relationships with casting directors – especially now that those relationships are 90% online.
Brian Wold has over three decades of experience in public relations, marketing and business communications. Blair Hickey has been a working actor for almost 30 years (The Big Bang Theory, NCIS: LA, Heroes). Combining their skills and expertise, Blair and Brian created CastingAbout, the online casting and production guide for professional actors. In 2009, CastingAbout was acquired by Breakdown Services, where both continue to work as consultants. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character! If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you.
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| 08 Mar 2023 | #111 How To Pitch Your TV Show with Adrienne Rose White | 00:52:25 | |
Calling all future Shonda Rhimes & Ryan Murphys!!! 👉 Do you have an idea for a TV show? Brian Breaks Character has gotchu, boo. 💗 Adrienne helps people to *actually* sell TV shows (organically!) by teaching creatives to develop, package, and sell the authentic story that only they can tell. 🎟 Adrienne has pitched and sold shows multiple times on her own (and with her clients!) and in this episode she gives us a backstage pass! HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: 📺 How to get your itty-bitty idea off the ground and get a YES from Netflix 📺 The key differences to SET YOU APART when you pitch to studios, production companies, and networks 📺 Why this is 💯x easier than you think it is 👈 this might also piss you off! #SorryNotSorry Whether you're a content creator who's got something to sell, an actor sitting on the sidelines cuz "you're not a writer," or just wanna see how the sausage is made... You'll want to listen. And if you're NEVER going to pitch a TV show, you still need this episode because Adrienne walks us through the key steps to nurture long term relationships in show bizniz so you can earn the know, like, and trust factor with your future collaborators.
Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character! If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you.
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| 12 Jun 2021 | #7 From stuck to surprised, Shawn got 15 offers for representation | 00:41:39 | |
Shawn Jain was sick and tired of being nervous to answer the question: What do you do? As an actor struggling to find reps, he wasn’t sure how to respond. After a lot of hard work on his part and his exploration of himself, he was not only able to confidently answer that question, he scored 17 meetings and 15 offers for representation. With this series, actors I’m talking to you: I believe that acting is your calling and your purpose on the planet. You use your voice, and your body, and all that you are, to tell stories that remind US what it is to be human. You have the power to change lives.
And, we all know that having great representation makes that impact all that much more possible.
But let’s not get it twisted – looking for an agent or a manager sucks. It’s not straightforward, there are tons of people telling you the best-slash-only ways to do it, and it can leave you in a constant state of anxiety thinking to yourself – is this ever going to happen for me?
And that's why in this series of tell-all interviews with my agent goals students – you’ll hear how they did it.
REMINDER: Each of these bonus episodes is very different, because each of these actors want different things from their careers: some want to be on Broadway, others have their sights set on tv and film, and still others are creators and want to land reps that are excited by that.
CLOSER LOOK & TAKEAWAYS
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| 23 Oct 2021 | #39 Mia proves that agents aren’t worried about your credits half as much as you are | 00:44:37 | |
Mia is a classically trained theatre actor who is now going to Juilliard. But before that, she was working tirelessly to break into the world of film and TV. Her lack of materials to submit to reps, made her feel as if she was never truly “in the game”. Then, while going through the process of reaching out to reps and learning to own where she was at this stage in her career, Mia was thrown yet another curveball and was accepted into Juilliard for grad school. Navigating her conversations with reps around this topic of potentially leaving the audition pool for quite a few years turned out to be yet another layer in what made her unique!
CLOSER LOOK & TAKEAWAYS
With this How They Did It series, actors I’m talking to you: I believe that acting is your calling and your purpose on the planet. You use your voice, and your body, and all that you are, to tell stories that remind US what it is to be human. You have the power to change lives.
And, we all know that having great representation makes that impact all that much more possible.
But let’s not get it twisted – looking for an agent or a manager sucks. It’s not straightforward, there are tons of people telling you the best-slash-only ways to do it, and it can leave you in a constant state of anxiety thinking to yourself – is this ever going to happen for me?
And that's why in this series of tell-all interviews with my agent goals students – you’ll hear how they did it.
REMINDER: Each of these bonus episodes is very different because each of these actors wants different things from their careers: some want to be on Broadway, others have their sights set on tv and film, and still others are creators and want to land reps that are excited by that.
Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character!
If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you.
Want to learn more? If you’re an actor and your goal is to have a fabulous representation, come watch Make Agents Want You for free (www.MakeAgentsWantYou.com). That way, you can get off the hamster wheel of reaching out to reps and focus on the acting you were born to do.
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| 17 Aug 2022 | #76 The Official 2022 Actor Survival Guide vol2 - Part 2 | 00:54:20 | |
Run, Don’t Walk To Get the Survival Guide that accompanies this very special 2-part episode: https://actorsurvivalguide.com This episode of Brian Breaks Character is part 2 of a special 2-part episode where I joined together this squad of super coaches - Amy McNabb, Jodie Bentley, Nzinga Moore, Shannon Bills, Tony Rossi and Wendy Braun to help create The 2022 Official Actor Survival Guide vol 2– and it was no surprise that our conversation turned toward mindset & self-care. The guide is FULL of actionable steps you can take to get more auditions, network like a human, and clean up communication with your reps (or soon-to-be reps!). It’s jam-packed with tons of inspo and even some free gifts! And.. If you haven't listened to part one yet, don’t miss out! Listen here: https://plnk.to/brian-breaks-character/e/1000575625611
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| 30 Jun 2021 | #13 From Craigslist to The White House to a TV career with Kevin Arbouet | 00:40:10 | |
In today’s episode, Kevin shares his one-of-a-kind story about how he scrounged his way through a seemingly sketchy Craiglist job that ended up with his work being mentioned in Jay Leno’s monologue, becoming a parody on SNL, and ultimately ended with Barack Obama’s historical win in the 2008 presidential election. As a rebellious child of immigrants, Kevin created an extraordinary career as a writer, producer, director, and as of late – a showrunner. His rejection of a traditional route was the single best decision he made, which proves that success doesn’t necessarily look the way we (or others) have planned for it to be. You’ll walk away from this conversation with a view through a kaleidoscope of a director’s responsibilities and the responsibilities they undertake as they illustrate their vision for the masses, how BIPOC representation in Hollywood has (and hasn’t!) changed one year after the senseless murder of George Floyd, and the nuances that we overlook, such as predominantly Black casts and stories that are told without attachment to trauma. You’re in for a treat with this episode as Kevin shares his wisdom on artistry, objectivity, the importance of continuous education as an artist, and why the road to real-life success doesn’t always pan out in the way we plan for them. CLOSER LOOK & TAKEAWAYS
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CONNECT WITH KEVIN WEBSITE https://www.kevinarbouet.com/ CONNECT WITH ME Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character! If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you. Want to learn more? If you’re an actor and your goal is to have a fabulous representation, come watch Make Agents Want You for free (http://www.makeagentswantyou.com). That way, you can get off the hamster wheel of reaching out and focus on the acting you were born to do. | |||
| 07 Aug 2021 | #24 Alena-the-Hustler took Olympic gold when she quit showcases and landed the reps of her wildest dreams! | 00:34:16 | |
6 meetings and 6 offers for representation! The stereotype of a ‘lazy actor’ would be thrown out the door if you met Alena Acker. This hustle-queen worked nonstop getting herself her own appointments and leveling up her own work for years.
The hard-to-swallow pill was that she struggled to find an agent who would support her work to get her to the next level. After all the showcases and pay-to-play moments, she decided it was time to try a new route. After 6 meetings and 6 offers (if this was the Olympics we’d be seeing gold here) Alena landed with an agent and a manager who not only supports her wildest dreams but is working daily to help her make them happen.
CLOSER LOOK & TAKEAWAYS
With this series, actors I’m talking to you: I believe that acting is your calling and your purpose on the planet. You use your voice, and your body, and all that you are, to tell stories that remind US what it is to be human. You have the power to change lives.
And, we all know that having great representation makes that impact all that much more possible.
But let’s not get it twisted – looking for an agent or a manager sucks. It’s not straightforward, there are tons of people telling you the best-slash-only ways to do it, and it can leave you in a constant state of anxiety thinking to yourself – is this ever going to happen for me?
And that's why in this series of tell-all interviews with my agent goals students – you’ll hear how they did it.
REMINDER: Each of these bonus episodes is very different because each of these actors wants different things from their careers: some want to be on Broadway, others have their sights set on tv and film, and still others are creators and want to land reps that are excited by that.
Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character!
If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you.
Want to learn more? If you’re an actor and your goal is to have a fabulous representation, come watch Make Agents Want You for free (www.MakeAgentsWantYou.com). That way, you can get off the hamster wheel of reaching out to reps and focus on the acting you were born to do.
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| 04 Aug 2021 | #23 The Call-In Coaching Show featuring YOU (Part 2) | 00:53:56 | |
Nothing gets my engines going like a group coaching call with incredibly creative people. So today’s guest on Brian Breaks Character is YOU!
Well… sort of.
I invited my community to a live Q&A Coaching call so that I could help you move the needle on the stuff that holds you back. And in this episode you have a front-row seat as we dig deep into questions about working in multiple markets or making a big bi-coastal move, maintaining your network and staying in touch with casting, and is it a good idea to shell out the dough for a reel, and how to get your mojo back – especially when you’ve been laying low on the important stuff.
Because let’s get real: as a creative outlaw you could be busy working on your bizniz ALL THE TIME! Which is both inspiring and paralyzing. You have days you feel full of energy and on top of your game, crossing off that to-do list and other days where you don’t even know where to start. If that sounds at all familiar to you then grab a notebook (because you know I love an action plan) and this coaching call is full of takeaways just for you.
This is part two of a two-part call…so don’t miss this first episode as well. If you’d like to be a guest on the next one, hit me up on instagram. @briansaysthat
CLOSER LOOK & TAKEAWAYS
Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character!
If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you.
Want to learn more? If you’re an actor and your goal is to have a fabulous representation, come watch Make Agents Want You for free (www.MakeAgentsWantYou.com). That way, you can get off the hamster wheel of reaching out to reps and focus on the acting you were born to do.
I also want to celebrate and thank my incredible guests! These are the incredible creatives who spoke up during part one and part two of this call. I encourage you to check them out – they are going places!
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