Episode #100 – Albert Bramante: Hypnosis, Agents & Managing Self-Doubt
In this special centennial episode, I’m joined by Albert Bramante, Ph.D. — talent agent, hypnosis & NLP practitioner, psychology expert, working with actors and creatives to push past mental barriers. We went deep: acting, agents, hypnosis, and even near-death experiences (NDEs). Here’s what we unpacked.
What We Talk About
· Who is Albert Bramante: his background as a psychology Ph.D, his work as a talent agent and coach for actors and creatives.
· Hypnosis & NLP tools: how they work, what they’re good for, and how Albert uses them to help performers manage self-doubt, mental blocks, and performance anxiety.
· Acting & the agent relationship: what agents do for actors, how to work with them, what they expect, and what actors should look for in an agent.
· Mind & mental performance: mindset, resilience, mental preparation for creative work, overcoming fear of rejection, vulnerability.
· Near-Death Experiences (NDEs)? Listen to the end for a little on that subject.
Why You’ll Want to Tune In
· If you’re an actor or creative struggling with performance anxiety, fear, or mental blocks, you’ll gain concrete tools and perspectives.
· For people curious about hypnosis or NLP: useful models and practices, not just theory.
· Insights into the behind-the-scenes of representation: what agents do, what to expect, and how working with one can change your career.
· A more human view of artistry & mental health: how NDEs and deep life experiences shape creative identity and purpose.
Connect with Albert Bramante
· LinkedIn: Albert Bramante, Ph.D. (LinkedIn)
· Website with hypnosis audios & resources: albertbramante.com (albertbramante.com)
· Instagram / social: @dralbramante for mindset / hypnosis / acting tips (Instagram)
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