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In Your Head with Leigh RichardsonThe Power of Play: Jeff Harry and Dr. Leigh Richardson on Healing Workplaces and Building Psychological SafetyWork doesn’t have to drain you—it can energize you. On In Your Head, Dr. Leigh Richardson sits down with Jeff Harry, one of the top HR influencers recognized by BambooHR and Engagedly, to explore how play can transform the workplace. Jeff has been featured in the New York Times, NPR, and Wired for his innovative approach: using positive psychology and playful practices to build resilience, foster creativity, and create psychologically safe environments where people thrive. Together, Dr. Richardson and Jeff unpack how teams can use play to break through challenges, heal workplace toxicity, and unlock peak performance. The mess...
2026-01-0130 min
Foster Denovo TalksLeigh Cook on Life After Acquisition: Integration, Support and Finding New Career PathIn this episode of Foster Denovo Talks, we meet Leigh Cook, Partnership Practice Manager in Newcastle, who brings more than thirty years of experience acquired during her time at Wade Financial Leigh takes us through her career journey, from working in a small attic office to becoming the person who helped hold the Wade Financial acquisition together. She talks about the intense due diligence process, the challenges of outdated systems, and how she balanced running the office while preparing it for sale. Now, eighteen months after joining Foster Denovo, Leigh shares how her role h...
2025-11-1911 min
The Space In Between PodcastLeadership Masterclass: A Call for Reflective Practice with Kaye FosterIn a world marked by increasing polarization and fragmentation, effective leadership demands the ability to navigate complexity, make informed decisions, and maintain perspective amidst relentless change and pressure. How can leaders rise to the occasion, stay grounded, and drive performance?My guest, Kaye Foster, offers deep insights and wisdom on this very topic. As one of the corporate sector’s most respected and inspiring leaders, Foster draws from her faith practice and unwavering commitment to helping her portfolio companies, colleagues, and clients reach their fullest potential. She emphasizes the importance of grounding leadership in core beliefs and va...
2025-03-1248 minIn Your Head with Leigh RichardsonEpisode #265: The Business Case for Brain Capital® with Dr. Leigh Richardson and Dr. Steven NoeldnerBrain health is not just a personal priority—it’s a business imperative. A healthy brain enhances productivity, problem-solving, and innovation, making it a key driver of individual well-being and organizational success. Listen Here: https://bit.ly/DrLeighDrNoeldner.
On this In Your Head Radio episode, Dr. Leigh Richardson sat down with Dr. Steven Noeldner, Sr. Consultant at MercerWell and Well-being Vertical Leader at Mercer, to discuss why brain health should be a cornerstone of workplace well-being initiatives. With over 30 years of experience in health management and a deep understanding of well-being strategy, Steven shares insights on how organizations can foster cogn...
2025-02-2140 min
Primal QuestionCoaching Breakthroughs: How the Primal Question Model Transforms Lives with Ben and LeighLearn the one thing that drives everything. ➡️ https://www.primalquestion.com/primal-book Do you ever wonder why you are the way you are? → Do you ever feel like you don’t quite understand your emotions and behaviors? → Do you want to change your life but don’t want a super complicated method for doing so? → Do you see a future where you’re healed from your past and ready to grow — you just aren’t sure how to get there? ENTER...
2024-10-221h 03In Your Head with Leigh RichardsonEpisode 248: Neurogenesis with Dr Brant Cortright and Dr Leigh RichardsonJoin Dr. Leigh Richardson and special guest Dr. Brant Cortright, author of Neurogenesis, on this week's In Your Head podcast. Discover how mental health challenges like anxiety and depression can slow neurogenesis, impacting your brain's clarity and decision-making abilities. Listen here: https://bit.ly/DrBrantCortright. Learn how a simple test at your annual physical can identify inflammation that affects brain health, and how to foster the growth of new brain cells throughout your life.Ready to optimize your brain health? Visit the Brain Performance Institute to start your journey toward a healthier, sharper mind. Whether you seek advice or a...
2024-10-1836 minPrimal QuestionYour Primal Gift: How to Use Your Core Strengths to Transform Relationships and Impact Lives with Leigh SmithLearn the one thing that drives everything.➡️ https://www.primalquestion.com/primal-bookDo you ever wonder why you are the way you are?→ Do you ever feel like you don’t quite understand your emotions and behaviors?→ Do you want to change your life but don’t want a super complicated method for doing so?→ Do you see a future where you’re healed from your past and ready to grow — you just aren’t sure how to get there?ENTER: The Seven Primal Questions 📚Your Primal Question ex...
2024-09-101h 01Primal QuestionOvercoming Misunderstandings and Deepening Intimacy with Jennifer Johnson and Leigh SmithLearn the one thing that drives everything.➡️ https://www.primalquestion.com/primal-bookDo you ever wonder why you are the way you are?→ Do you ever feel like you don’t quite understand your emotions and behaviors?→ Do you want to change your life but don’t want a super complicated method for doing so?→ Do you see a future where you’re healed from your past and ready to grow — you just aren’t sure how to get there?ENTER: The Seven Primal Questions 📚Your Primal Question ex...
2024-08-2046 minIn Your Head with Leigh RichardsonEpisode 235: Neurodivergent Acceptance is the Culture Change Needed with Natalia Lyckowski and Dr Leigh RichardsonNatalia Lyckowski has been a trailblazer in the tech industry for over 25 years. Based in Tafton, Pennsylvania, Natalia is passionate about empowering neurodivergent individuals to bring their whole selves to any room they enter. She teaches others to embrace their differences as strengths and has spent more than a decade practicing servant leadership through mentoring, coaching, and educating neurodivergent individuals and their caregivers.
In this episode, Natalia shares her journey, insights, and practical advice on:
Embracing Neurodiversity: Learn how to turn perceived challenges into strengths and how embracing neurodiversity can lead to personal and professional growth.
Empowerment and Inclusion: Gain...
2024-06-2832 min
Real Life MomzFinding Your Writing Path: Insights from Author Leigh ShulmanAre you ready to unlock your creative potential and take your writing to the next level? In this inspiring episode, we're joined by Leigh Shulman, a successful author and writing mentor who has helped countless writers achieve their goals. Leigh shares her journey as a writer and the lessons she's learned along the way, offering practical advice and encouragement for those looking to change their personal or professional lives. Her bestselling book, The Writer’s Roadmap: Paving the Way To Your Ideal Writing Life, has become a go-to resource for writers of all levels, and her insights have helped th...
2024-05-2131 min
The Bold LoungeBart Foster: Explore Your Bold Path, Outside (Your Comfort Zone)Send us a textAbout This EpisodeBart Foster is all about getting outside- out in nature and out of the comfort zone. As the founder of BusinessOutside, a facilitation and training company focused on inspiring and empowering individuals and teams to get outside in nature, he is no stranger to doing things differently and pushing past societal and corporate norms. Bart discusses his journey from corporate sales to entrepreneurship, forging his own bold path forward. For Bart, that means being outside, where he’s discovered that leads to more authenticity and vulnerability, wh...
2023-02-1729 minIn Your Head with Leigh RichardsonEpisode 153: Understand the Language of Feelings and Prevent the Loss of Objectivity In Today's Times with Dr. Gail Gross and Leigh RichardsonLeigh Richardson of the Brain Performance Center and host of In Your Head with Leigh Richardson speaks with Dr. Gail Gross, a nationally recognized family, child development and human behavior expert, author, and lecturer. She talks about how we are interacting emotionally during today’s times and how the loss of objectivity in our relationships undermines the legitimacy of decisions. She discusses how our fight or flight response affect our communication, and how we can foster better relationships and authentic friendships through the empathic process.
Leigh Richardson is also the author of Brain on Game On, available at Amazon and on...
2022-11-1156 min
Leaving Care with Leigh & BrendanHarmony leaving foster care at 17 special guestIn this interview Harmony shares her leaving foster care journey and how all supports dropped off at age seventeen and not having access to a leaving care plan. Harmony shares her insight when growing up the difficulty and confusion of having a foster care identity and biological family identity
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2022-08-0318 minThe Benzo Free PodcastBenzo Community, Healing, and Support (w/ Jennifer Leigh)Do we truly recover from protracted benzo withdrawal (BIND)? What does that look like? What about from other psych medications? Can we realistically get back to “normal” after all of this? And if so, how? Join D and Dr. Jenn for this intimate conversation. In today’s episode, we welcome therapist and benzo coach Jennifer Leigh back to the podcast. Dr. Jenn has helped many individuals recover from withdrawal and BIND and we’ll get her take on several pressing questions. We’ll share a few updates, talk a bit about her story, and hear from a few of you...
2022-06-041h 01
Leaving Care with Leigh & BrendanTheresa shares her foster care story - Season 3 Episode 1 Part1Theresa shares her foster care story of entering the system at age two due to her mother’s alcohol and drug use and her experience of abuse with her foster parents. Theresa shares openly about her painful journey however there is an amazing story of restoration with her father and brothers that leads to healing in her life
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2022-05-0813 min
Leaving Care with Leigh & BrendanHarmony shares openly about her lived experience entering foster care - Episode 17 Part 1Harmony shares openly about her lived experience entering foster care and being born with multiple drugs in her system.Harmony shares her story in order to educate the community about what happens in care
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2022-04-2607 min
Digital Culture Ideas with Hilary Walton#33 Rocket Lab, space industry and cyber security w/ host Hilary Walton and Leigh Foster, Rocket Lab 🚀In this special episode, I talk with Leigh Foster the Space Systems Program Manager at Rocket Lab 🚀about how the business is taking ideas into space.
Leigh is a former C-130 Hercules aviator, a 21 year Air Force veteran, leader, coach, and space zealot. He's an AY19 AWC graduate, has a Masters of Strategy, thesis on Space Strategy and a PGDIP Business from the University of Auckland 2020.
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- about Rocket Lab and taking ideas into space
- international space collaborations, and
- space communications and cyber security
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2022-01-1940 min
Action: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceThe New Years EpisodeTo sign up for Audition Psych 101, go to www.leigh-foster.com/101.Actor Michael Kostroff is best known for playing the role of Maurice Levy on the hugely popular show; The Wire. He’s also had recurring or series regular roles on shows like The Deuce, Law and Order, The Good Wife, Luke Cage, The Blacklist, Damages, Billions, and the list goes on and on…enjoy this episode. Michael’s renowned acting workshop Audition Psych 101 is finally becoming an online course. Starting this Sunday January 9th, 2022, registration will be open for 5 days only, during...
2022-01-041h 06
Leaving Care with Leigh & BrendanLeaving Care - Introducing Foster Carer's Laura & Jake - Episode 4What can we learn from a foster carer's perspective about what is missing from the leaving care system?
We would like to introduce Laura & Jake who have been Anglicare Victoria foster carers for 7 years now. In that time they have had 10 emergency placements and 5 longer term kids and currently have a 12 year old boy living with them
We are starting a pilot that brings the voice of care leavers to young people still in care. If you want to find out how to become a part of this visit our website: https://thrivepeercoaching.com.au or...
2021-10-1733 min
Thank You Heartbreak with Chelsea Leigh Trescott212: Expanding The Edges Of Comfort with Chad E. FosterHigh-Impact Motivational Speaker and author of Blind Ambition Chad E. Foster joins Chelsea 7:30 minutes in to talk about what he did in the aftermath of becoming blind and instantly feeling as though his self-identity was no longer valid. He reveals who he became in the process of relearning how to learn and why holding himself to a standard of discipline, accountability, curiosity, humility, and rarity turned him into a visionary.To connect with Chad, visit his:Website: https://chadefoster.comPurchase his book: Blind Ambition: How to Go from Victim...
2021-07-081h 03The Benzo Free PodcastWhat’s New in the Benzo Community: Stories, Events, and AdvocacyWhat’s been going on in the benzo community lately? Any progress on awareness, education, legislation, support? Any upcoming events? Any benzo stories to share? Anything new with the podcast? Tune in to find out. In today’s episode, we share benzo stories from Oregon and Nigeria, we learn about some exciting upcoming events, and we look behind the scenes of the Benzodiazepine Action Work Group and share a story of success. We also announce the podcast’s return to a weekly schedule, so keep an eye out for new episodes soon. I hope you enjoy it. h...
2021-04-1044 min
Works In ProgressSusan Leigh Foster: How dance functions in our livesWhen Susan Leigh Foster gets in front of an audience, she doesn’t spend much time standing behind a podium or pointing at slides. The choreographer and scholar dances freely around the stage, her movements underlining and sometimes building on her words."I needed to provide the audience with an example of what I was talking about, and also an example of why it's so difficult to talk about," she said. “I also wanted to offer them the opportunity to reflect on the fact that all lectures are performances, and the best lecturers are people who know that...
2021-04-0723 min
High Performance HealthUpgrade Your Brain, Boost Metabolism and Turbo Charge Your Energy with Cold Exposure & Breathwork with Leigh EwinAngela is with Leigh Ewin breath worker and passionate advocate for cold work. Leigh discusses the science behind cold training and shares great advice on how anyone can get started on the journey to reconnect body and mind. He also talks with Angela about the importance of breathwork in living a healthier and happier life explaining how faces are an amazing breathing infrastructure and if you learn how to make breathwork a part of your daily routine you can make a positive change to physical and mental pain, stress and anxiety influencing your outcomes every day.
2021-01-261h 30
Action: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceEXACTLY How I Book TV RolesHere is my exact step-by-step process for auditioning for and booking TV roles. Enjoy.I have put thousands of hours of work into this podcast over the past 5 years, for free. If you have ever gotten anything out of it..any beneficial piece of advice or useful technique. If I have saved you any time, helped quell your audition nerves, or simply made you a better actor. Then I ask YOU to help ME now.."Mistakes Were Made, But Not By Me" is perhaps the most important audiobook I have ever listened to. With the world in...
2020-10-0538 min
Real Talk with Leigh BrownLegally Maximize Your Profits with Dave FosterTax-free. Now that I've got your attention, Dave Foster, the founder and 1031 Exchange mastermind behind The 1031 Investor, is a pro when it comes to leveraging tax codes to maximize your investments and sell them tax-free. Whether it's for investment properties or even your primary residence as a real estate professional (in Dave's case, a boat for 10 years!), there are ways to legally maximize your profits with every transaction. Listen in to hear Dave's strategy and investing advice — and learn how it has worked for his family and clients. Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or in th...
2020-06-1822 min
The Wild HuntsmanLeigh Foster: On the Art of Falconry Part 1Leigh Foster is a Master Falconer and a gifted communicator. He shares his insights in to the ancient practice of falconry and tells us what it means to be a falconer in the 21st century.TopicsFalconry Hunting DogsLeigh's backgroundTelemetry Stereotypes
2020-03-1054 min
Action: The Pursuit Of Acting Excellence"For All Mankind" actor Chris AgosChris has done a TON of commercial, TV and VO work. TV appearances include recurring roles on For All Mankind, Chicago PD, Chicago Fire, and Boss, as well as roles on House Of Cards, Grey's Anatomy, Sirens , Betrayal, Mob Doctor, and many more. His book "Acting In Chicago" taught me everything I needed to know when I moved here seven years ago. He also has a new book out called The Voice Over Startup Guide. www.audibletrial.com/actionpodcastwww.chrisagos.com
2020-02-031h 02
Acting Coach Dan Rodandan Teaching Actors How To ActEpisode 41: Leigh Foster Hates BullshitDan's back from the dead! After nearly five years away, Dan discovers a new top dog in town: actor Leigh Foster and his acting podcast "Action: The Pursuit of Acting Excellence." Booking work, quality information, Ultimate Warrior vs. Hulk Hogan. Email me at 9172148dan@gmail.com!
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2019-11-1416 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceAudience Questions AnsweredMichael Kostroff has been in approximately every TV show ever made. In this episode he answers a number of listener questions with topics like rejection, auditioning, starting a career at 40, etc.Get access to more performing arts jobs than any other platform by going to www.backstage.com/action to get 30 days free.To sign up for Michael's classes go to:http://www.auditionpsych101.com &http://www.theworkingactorgroup.com
2019-11-041h 03Action: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceWelker White & Damian YoungWelker White is an actor with deep roots in theatre, film, and television. Most recently Welker completed shooting her third film with Martin Scorsese, The Irishman, opposite Al Pacino and Robert DeNiro. On stage Welker has performed on and off-Broadway as well as regionally, originating roles by playwrights Lisa Kron, John Patrick Shanley, Craig Lucas, Mac Wellman, David Ives, Keith Reddin, and many others. Welker holds an MFA in Directing from Brooklyn College, where she teaches in the MFA Acting program.Damian Young is a career actor with over 100 credited film and television appearances. His work spans the films...
2019-09-2557 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceMy Thoughts on Acting and LifeYou want my advice? Here you go. I give my thoughts on building a career in acting in this interview from The Tony Rossi Show. Enjoy.Get access to more performing arts jobs than any other platform by going to www.backstage.com/action to get 30 days free. Become a member like Leigh. Join the conversation at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2010870055857893/ Follow Leigh on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leighfoster123/Follow Tony on instagram:https://www.instagram.com/tony.rossi/
2019-08-0848 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceAudition Secrets with Justin GuariniJoin Leigh as he visits with actor/performer Justin Guarini. Justin was a finalist in the first season of American Idol in 2002, which served to jump start his performance career. He has since appeared on screen and stage, including in Broadway productions of ‘American Idiot,’ ‘Romeo and Juliet,’ and ‘Wicked.’ He’s also hosted many shows like ‘Idol Wrap’ and has had some fun playing the hilarious Lil’ Sweet in commercials for Diet Dr. Pepper. Justin talks about the importance of having the right mindset and how it can affect every part of your experience in the industry. He also breaks down som...
2019-07-2538 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting Excellence"Arrow" Actress Elysia RotaruIn this episode Leigh visits with actress/producer Elysia Rotaru. Elysia is a Vancouver native who recently relocated to Los Angeles. She has many credits under her belt, including ‘Smallville,’ ‘Supernatural,’ a recurring role on ‘Arrow,’ and many others. She’s also a highly sought-after voiceover talent, having used her talents on hundreds of projects, including commercials, animation, and video games.Elysia discusses the challenges (and joys) of auditioning, along with the transition from theatre school to film. She also talks about how she launched her acting career, her experiences with different sets and casting rooms, and how much she enjoys voi...
2019-07-0328 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceThe Man Who's Seen 10,000 Auditions"You know how many actors come in here and say 'I just got this last night or I got it two days ago'?...And you know what I say? 'So did the person that's going to fuckin' book it'Jonathan Stanley is the owner of Hot Shots Self Taping in LA. Over the years he has seen thousands and thousands of auditions. On this episode he comes on to explain what that's taught him.As an actor Jonathan has landed roles on projects such as 'Timeless,' 'Batman v Superman,' 'Lucifer,' 'The Bold and...
2019-06-2242 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceBrendan Taylor: Close to 100 Commercials and Counting"It's arrogant to think you know why you didn't get a job"Brendan Taylor was born in North Vancouver, Canada. He completed high school with a bilingual diploma in English and French, he pursued post-secondary education at The University of British Columbia where he graduated in 2005 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree. He was fortunate to spend a year on exchange in Paris, France.He began working in Set Decoration on The Wicker Man (2005) starring Nicholas Cage. From that point on he worked on multiple features, series, TV movies, and short films shooting in Vancouver as...
2019-05-301h 27Action: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceThe Anniversary EpisodeOn this episode I check in with my western correspondent in the field; Nelson Ritthaler. After 365 days of pursuing a career acting in LA he breaks down what's gone right, what's gone wrong and everything in between. Enjoy.
2019-05-0147 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting Excellence"True Detective" Actress Alyshia OchseAlyshia Ochse is a Los Angeles-based actress and bestselling author. Just a few of her credits include recurring roles in "The Purge", "Ballers", "Life Sentence", "Satisfaction", "Days of Our Lives", "General Hospital", "Hart of Dixie", "True Detective", and more.She is the host of the podcast “That One Audition” which features conversations with your favorite on-screen storytellers and Hollywood influencers who reveal their most life-changing audition tales and the survival skills they’ve collected along the way.www.alyshiaochse.com
2019-04-2641 minThe Benzo Free PodcastFinding Faith, Hope, and Acceptance in Benzo Withdrawal: A Conversation with Jennifer Leigh, PsyDCan a unique blend of neuroscience, compassion, and spirituality be the secret to success in benzo withdrawal? Jennifer Leigh seems to think so. And so do many of the people she has coached. Our interview guest today is Jennifer Leigh, PsyD. In this enlightened conversation, Jennifer shares neurological insights she has acquired from her doctorate studies in psychology along with lessons from her own personal journey through withdrawal. You don’t want to miss this one. https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/finding-faith-hope-and-acceptance-in-benzo-withdrawal-a-conversation-with-jennifer-leigh-psyd-bfp014Video ID: BFP014 Chapters
2019-04-1754 min
Actor ProblemsTaking Action and Pursuing Acting Excellence - with Leigh FosterLeigh Foster is a working Chicago actor. He's been a guest star on Chicago Med. He's recurred on Chicago Fire. You've seen him on Empire, commercials, and print ads. And as of early 2015 - he had never been on a TV show. Having no acting degree, Leigh took it upon himself to "pursue acting excellence." He's also shared with us many parts of his journey on his popular podcast, Action: The Pursuit of Acting Excellence. This week, we'll discuss why he started his podcast, what he did to become "acting smart,"a...
2019-04-111h 12Action: The Pursuit Of Acting Excellence"FBI" Actor Jay Klaitz on Auditioning"The most important thing about booking all those shows is don't fucking DO anything...just don't fucking do anything!"On this episode TV, Film, Commercial, Stage and VO actor Jay Klaitz discusses how he approaches auditioning. I guarantee you'll learn something...I certainly did. Oh, and make sure you listen 'til the end ;)Join the facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2010870055857893/instagram: @leighfoster123 twitter: @action_podcast
2019-04-1056 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting Excellence"Have Fun or Get Out""You have to be savvy from the start"In this episode: Actor, and returning guest of the show, Michael Kostroff (The Wire, The Deuce, Damages, Billions, etc) and I discuss everything that DOESN'T have to do directly with the auditioning process. Join the facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2010870055857893/instagram: @leighfoster123twitter: @action_podcastJoin Michael Kostroff's email list at: https://www.auditionpsych101.com
2019-03-2139 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceLaureen Muller: Atlanta-Based Talent ManagerFrom effective "self-tape" auditions to who should seek representation in Atlanta, talent manager Laureen Muller comes on the show to discuss these topics as well as much, much more.http://rcmtalent.com
2019-03-0851 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceRenowned Acting Coach Terry Knickerbocker“As an actor, you’re only as good as your ideas.”In this episode Leigh visits with renowned acting coach Terry Knickerbocker. Terry is a graduate of the Experimental Theatre Wing at NYU, where he is still a member of the core faculty. He trained as an actor and a teacher with William Esper, and in 2015 he founded the Terry Knickerbocker Studio, a two-year Meisner conservatory in Brooklyn. Terry has coached actors including Sam Rockwell, Chris Messina, Boyd Holbrook, Natasha Lyonne, Leslie Bibb, Emmy Rossum, and many others on hundreds of films, television and theater projects.Join t...
2019-02-2246 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceTony Howell: The Actor's Digital StrategistTony Howell is a digital strategist for Emmy, Grammy, Tony, Oscar, and Olivier award-winning artists. His work has been featured by Google, Squarespace, SAG-AFTRA, Actors' Equity, and more. Before becoming an entrepreneur, he was an actor for 20+ years, performing On-Broadway, Off-Broadway, National Tours, and more. In addition to weekly free content and scholarships to his quarterly programs, Tony donates a percentage of profits to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS and 100% of all the profits from his book, "Artists to Artist" to the ACLU. Learn more at TonyHowell.me.
2019-02-1345 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceHow to Set and Achieve Your Acting GoalsOn this episode my guest is Courtney Rioux. Courtney can be seen on NBC’s Chicago Med as Paramedic Courtney. Her voice can currently be heard on spots for Jimmy Dean, McDonalds Happy Meal, and Hershey’s. As a Clarity Coach she helps her clients shift from stuck and unhappy to empowered and joyful. Her fun and easy approach has been described as, "therapy without the therapy!" Courtney and I discuss goal setting and achieve, how she went from a co-star to being on nearly every episode of Chicago Med, and the importance of branding.Y...
2019-01-161h 08Action: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceSeth Barrish: A Different Kind of CoachSeth Barrish has been a professional acting coach and teacher for more than 30 years. An award-winning actor, director, and Artistic Director, he has spent the last three decades focusing on techniques that maximize spontaneity and bring performances to life. He is the co-founder and co-artistic director of the Barrow Group: a new York based theater company and school.
2019-01-0149 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceHow to Book Co-Star RolesMichael Kostroff has been in approximately every TV show ever made. Here's his advice on auditioning for co-star roles.www.WeAudition.com (25% with code ACTION25)www.audibletrial.com/actionpodcasthttp://www.auditionpsych101.comhttps://twitter.com/TheRealKostroff
2018-11-1345 min
Romance Readers Podcast With Lori FosterLora LeighLori sits down with NY Times best selling author Lora Leigh. Originally recorded at the Reader and Author Get Together 2017.
2018-10-0813 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceBlack Text on White PaperOn this episode my friend and fellow actor Nelson Ritthaler and I discuss an incredibly beneficial exercise for actors that we have been practicing. Enjoy.www.WeAudition.com (25% with code ACTION25) www.audibletrial.com/actionpodcast
2018-04-2347 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceOzark's Kevin L. JohnsonOn this episode, actor Kevin L Johnson, who plays Sam Dermody on the hugely popular Netflix show Ozark. Enjoy.www.WeAudition.com (25% with code ACTION25)www.audibletrial.com/actionpodcast
2018-01-3123 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceLegendary Coach Larry Moss: Part 2Larry Moss is one of the most sought after acting coaches in the world today. He worked with Helen Hunt on As Good As It Gets, Tobey Maguire on Seabiscuit, Hillary Swank on Boy Don’t Cry and Million Dollar Baby, Leonardo DiCaprio on The Aviator, The Departed, The Wolf of Wallstreet and many more. He studied with Stella Adler and Sanford Meisner. He has taught at Juilliard and The Circle in the Square in NYC. He has acted in numerous broadway productions, has directed for the stage and screen, is the founder of The Larry Moss Studio in Los An...
2018-01-0328 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceLegendary Coach Larry Moss: A Rare InterviewLarry Moss is one of the most sought after acting coaches in the world today. He worked with Helen Hunt on As Good As It Gets, Tobey Maguire on Seabiscuit, Hillary Swank on Boy Don’t Cry and Million Dollar Baby, Leonardo DiCaprio on The Aviator, The Departed, The Wolf of Wallstreet and many more. He studied with Stella Adler and Sanford Meisner. He has taught at Juilliard and The Circle in the Square in NYC. He has acted in numerous broadway productions, has directed for the stage and screen, is the founder of The Larry Moss Studio in Los An...
2017-12-0627 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceComedy For The UnFunnyMichael Kostroff returns to discuss tips for auditioning and working in comedy for people who consider themselves "unfunny"For all information on Michael's upcoming workshops go to...http://www.auditionpsych101.comALSO! Go meet Michael and get your signed copy of Audition Psych 101Saturday, 12/26:30-8:00 pmThe Book Cellar4736-38 N. Lincoln AvenueAction Podcast Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/2010870055857893/
2017-11-2842 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceThis Ain't The Feel-Good ClubThis episode is an interview with a friend of mine about his experience attending a Summer Intensive, which is a condensed acting conservatiory experience where students are in class all day, 6 days, for 6 weeks. The school he attended did not sponsor this episode. This is an honest, unbiased view.
2017-11-2141 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceLessons from 18 Years of Casting: Holly AllenHolly Allen is a professional actor, acting teacher, and freelance casting director. She has seen exactly what works and what doesn't after directing thousands of auditions over the past 18 years. To find out more about Holly go to http://www.hollyallenonline.comFind her on Facebook @HollyAllenActor for upcoming workshops, articles and updates.
2017-11-0139 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceMichael Kostroff on Acting with De Nirohttp://www.hbo.com/movies/the-wizard-of-liesTo sign up for Michael's Audition Psych 101 workshop go to http://www.auditionpsych101.com and make sure to sign up for his email list so he can notify you when he's coming to your city.
2017-05-1634 minReal Talk with Leigh BrownCrazy Sh*t In Real Estate with Leigh Brown - Episode #54 with Aurora GuiragossianGreeted by a man in his boxers, a woman in bed, and the smell of marijuana in the air is not a great way to make an impression at a house viewing. It's actually a great reason for prospective clients to pass on a house. Aurora Guiragossian discusses two unsettling real estate stories that express just how little control realtors can have on their day-to-day job. In this episode, Leigh welcomes Aurora Guiragossian, a realtor for Heller Coley Reed of Long & Foster Real Estate in the DC, Metro Area. Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or...
2017-03-3118 minReal Talk with Leigh BrownCrazy Sh*t In Real Estate with Leigh Brown - Episode #40 with Koki AdasiKoki has not 1, but 5 crazy stories to share—and, to our dismay, we don't even get his most crazy one! In this episode, Leigh interviews Koki Adasi, an associate broker and team leader for Long and Foster Real Estate in Washington DC. With 10 years in the industry, Koki is no stranger to the debauchery that can be found behind closed doors. Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or in the Podcasts App on your phone. Never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting The Leigh Brown Experience. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:21 – Introduction for today's episode 00:27 – Introd...
2017-02-0315 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceHow To Make $$$ In Commercial PrintThis episode is a conversation between myself and Emily Jo Hayes, a very successful model and actress working in the Midwest, about the basics of commercial print or lifestyle modeling; a highly lucrative aspect of this industry we feel many actors neglect.To schedule a Skype appointment with me email leighfoster123@gmail.comTo schedule a Skype appointment with Emily email emilyjohayes@gmail.com
2016-12-151h 17Action: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceEmily Fletcher: Meditation for ActorsEmily Fletcher's ten year Broadway acting career included roles in Chicago, The Producers & A Chorus Line. She is the founder of Ziva Meditation and zivaMIND, the world’s first online meditation training course. Emily has been featured in The New York Times, named top 100 "women in wellness to watch" and regarded as one of the leading experts in Vedic meditation. She has been invited to speak at Google, Viacom, and Harvard Business school to name a few. Since 2011 over 3,500 ppl have taken her courses, including Oscar, Grammy, and Tony Award winners. Go to zivameditation.com to learn face to...
2016-11-2543 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellencePart 2: "Luke Cage" actor Michael KostroffPart 2: Michael Kostroff returns to answer listener questions. To sign up for Michael's Audition Psych 101 workshop coming to Chicago on 11/5/16 and 11/6/16 go to http://www.auditionpsych101.com and make sure to sign up for his email list so he can notify you when he's coming to your city. Don't forget to follow my ass on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Action_Podcast
2016-10-2825 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting Excellence"Luke Cage" actor Michael KostroffMichael Kostroff returns to answer listener questions. To sign up for Michael's Audition Psych 101 workshop coming to Chicago on 11/5/16 and 11/6/16 go to http://www.auditionpsych101.com and make sure to sign up for his email list so he can notify you when he's coming to your city.Don't forget to follow my ass on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Action_Podcast
2016-10-1832 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting Excellence50th Episode: Michael KostroffTo sign up for Michael's Audition Psych 101 workshop got to http://www.auditionpsych101.com and make sure to sign up for his email list so he can notify you when he's coming to your city.Thanks to everyone who ever listened to this show. Leigh Foster...out.
2016-05-1032 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceActor Chris Agos on Commercial ActingChris has done a TON of commercial and TV work. TV appearances include recurring roles on Chicago PD, Chicago Fire, and Boss , as well as roles on Sirens , Betrayal, Mob Doctor, and many more. His book "acting in Chicago" taught me everything I needed to know when I moved here three years ago. http://www.amazon.com/Acting-Chicago-2013-Edition-Commercials/dp/0982886330 To Find out more about Chris or to sign up for his private coaching go to his website at www.chrisagos.com. For anyone interested, I highly suggest getting a copy of Chris's book "Acting in...
2016-05-0352 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceEmmy Award Winning Actor Bill Oberst Jr.Bill Oberst Jr. is an American stage, film and television actor known for his work in horror and cult films, his career includes projects in film, television and one-man-show theater performances. His role as the creepy 'Facebook Stalker' in the online interactive video film Take This Lollipop, brought him widespread attention after the project received multiple Webby Awards nominations, three awards at SXSW, and a 2012 Daytime Emmy Award.
2016-04-2625 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceActress Tehmina SunnyTehmina Sunny's film and TV credits include Argo, Children of Men, NCIS, CSI, Californication, Heroes, The Newsroom, The Following, and many more.http://tehminasunny.com/actress/About.htmlhttp://www.imdb.com/name/nm2040091/https://twitter.com/Action_Podcast
2016-04-1930 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceTips on Auditioning from Actor Chris AgosChris's TV appearances include recurring roles on Chicago PD, Chicago Fire, and Boss , as well as roles on Sirens , Betrayal, Mob Doctor, and many more. His book "acting in Chicago" taught me everything I needed to know when I moved here three years ago.http://www.amazon.com/Acting-Chicago-2013-Edition-Commercials/dp/0982886330To Find out more about Chris or to sign up for his private coaching go to his website at www.chrisagos.com. For anyone interested, I highly suggest getting a copy of Chris's book "Acting in Chicago". Although the latest edition of the book was...
2016-04-1235 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceWho The F*&K Is Leigh Foster?Many of my listeners have asked for me to be interviewed for an episode, so I asked my friend, fellow actor, and psychotherapist Nelson Ritthaler to help me out. Here it is...
2016-04-0542 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting Excellence"Dallas Buyers Club" actor: Scott TakedaAs an actor Scott has played roles in "Whiskey Tango Foxtrot", "Gone Girl", "Dallas Buyers Club" and many, many more.
2016-03-2226 min
Action: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceActor and Entrepreneur: Darren DarnboroughDarren is a London born actor and entrepenuer who now lives in LA. He's known for the British hit "East Enders", the US cult show "True Blood". and now has a role in the series "Roots" premiering in May.Next time you're preparing for an audition I highly recommend you check out Darren's company WeRehearse at www.werehearse.comIf you have a question you'd like Darren to answer on an upcoming episode, ask it on twitter "Action_Podcast" or call the podcast voicemail at (206) 424 9368. As always, if you like this podcast and haven't yet...
2016-03-1542 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellencePart 2: "The Wire" actor Michael KostroffPart 2 of my conversation with actor and audition specialist Michael Kostroff.
2016-03-0813 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting Excellence"The Wire" actor: Michael KostroffMichael Kostroff has been in approximately every TV show ever made. Here's his advice on auditioning.http://www.auditionpsych101.comhttps://twitter.com/TheRealKostroff
2016-03-0131 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceAudition Confidence: a how to guideHow to lose the nerves and build unshakable confidence before every audition.
2016-02-1640 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceHBO's Project Greenlight Winner: Jason MannNew York based Director that is most certainly headed to the top and the Winner of Ben Affleck and Matt Damon's HBO documentary television series Project Greenlight, Jason mann. Project Greenlight focusing on a filmmaker with a budget of 3 million dollars being given the chance to direct their first feature film in
Hollywood.
You can watch Jason's film "The Leisure Class" on HBO.
Say Hi to him on Twitter @JASON_MANN_ and on Facebook at Facebook.com/jasonmannofficial.
If you like this podcast please go to iTunes and give me a rating and review. Thanks.
2016-02-0934 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceThe Books That Helped Me The MostAfter being asked by many aspiring actors to recommend books that helped me when I was starting out I decided to make an episode on just that. All books mentioned can be found at www.leigh-foster.com/journal
2016-02-0208 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceHBO's "Vinyl" actor: Jay KlaitzOn this episode, HBO's new "Vinyl" actor Jay Klaitz. Enjoy...Check out Jay's band at http://futurefolk.comhttps://twitter.com/Future_Folkhttps://www.facebook.com/futurefolkmusic/?fref=tshttp://www.hbo.com/vinyl
2016-01-2642 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceJustin Kucsulain on Self-Taping AuditionsOn this episode, actor Justin Kucsulain. I met Justin on the set of Chicago PD, a role which he had booked from a self-taped audition (and which airs tomorrow night, january 20th on NBC). I later find out that he had booked multiple other roles in this same way, including a role on The Walking Dead and a recurring role my favorite Netflix show, Bloodline. I was fascinated and told him I needed to have him on my podcast. If you’d like to see a picture of Justin’s home-auditioning setup as well as links to purchase the materials for...
2016-01-1918 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellencePart 2: Director Jordan BradyThis episode is part two of my conversation with Los Angeles based director Jordan Brady. Check out his spots here... http://jordanbrady.com/spots/ Five Minute Journal: https://fiveminutejournal.refersion.com/c/50971 Audible download: www.audibletrial.com/actionpodcast
2016-01-1216 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceDirector Jordan BradyThis episode is part one of my conversation with Los Angeles based director Jordan Brady.Check out his spots here...http://jordanbrady.com/spots/Five Minute Journal: https://fiveminutejournal.refersion.com/c/50971Audible download: www.audibletrial.com/actionpodcast
2016-01-0525 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceEmmy-Nominated Casting Director; Nancy BishopNancy Bishop is an Emmy-nominated casting director and author of the groundbreaking book; Auditioning for Film and Television: Secrets from a Casting Director. With nearly one hundred major feature film and television credits such as The Bourne Identity, Mission Impossible, and Wanted, Nancy has cast hundreds of actors throughout her career.
2015-12-2906 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceLA's go-to sitcom acting coachGunnar Todd Rohrbacher is widely known as LA's go-to sitcom coach, and is the founder of Actors Comedy Studio, the world’s only acting school dedicated solely to Acting for Sitcoms and Sitcom Audition Technique.
2015-12-2234 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellencePart 2: Director Tony FranklinTony is a national multi award winning director who’s caught the attention of brands like BMW, Purina, Evernote, Hormel and many more. He’s been shortlisted for two consecutive years at The One Screen Show for Best Short Documentary of the Year, premiered his passion work in film festivals across the country, won Best of Show at the Mpls advertising awards, and has been awarded two Addy Awards from the National American Advertising Federation.Tony's Website: http://tonyfranklindirector.comFive Minute Journal: https://fiveminutejournal.refersion.com/c/50971Audible download: www.audibletrial.com/actionpodcast
2015-12-1517 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceAward Winning Director Tony FranklinTony is a national multi award winning director who’s caught the attention of brands like BMW, Purina, Evernote, Hormel and many more. He’s been shortlisted for two consecutive years at The One Screen Show for Best Short Documentary of the Year, premiered his passion work in film festivals across the country, won Best of Show at the Mpls advertising awards, and has been awarded two Addy Awards from the National American Advertising Federation.Tony's Website: http://tonyfranklindirector.comBe Human: http://tonyfranklindirector.com/#/be-human/Five Minute Journal: https://fiveminutejournal.refersion.com/c/50971
2015-12-0829 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceAuditioning, with Michael RupnowA conversation I had with actor Michael Rupnow about a year ago. He had just booked a role on Modern Family as well as a big Corvette commercial. I wanted to find out why. Here's the link to Michael's Corvette commercial...https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IrXQoV6SXboFive Minute Journal: https://fiveminutejournal.refersion.com/c/50971Audible download: www.audibletrial.com/actionpodcast
2015-12-0159 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceUnion, Non-Union, or Fi-Core??Jimmy Callahan explains when to go Union (SAG/AFTRA)...oh, and what the hell is Fi-Core?Five Minute Journal: https://fiveminutejournal.refersion.com/c/50971 Audible download: www.audibletrial.com/actionpodcast
2015-11-2418 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceShould You Go To School For Acting?I answer a listener question about whether or not I think it's a good idea to get a degree in acting.Five Minute Journal: https://fiveminutejournal.refersion.com/c/50971Audible download: www.audibletrial.com/actionpodcastTwitter: @Action_PodcastGurpreet Sarin's twitter: @gurpreetsarin
2015-11-1722 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceDevling Deeper into VoiceoverPart two of the second conversation I had with Veteran Voiceover Artist Dave Leffel.Five Minute Journal: https://fiveminutejournal.refersion.com/c/50971Audible download: www.audibletrial.com/actionpodcast
2015-11-1032 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceThinking About Voiceover?This one is a MUST LISTEN for anyone in, or thinking about getting in, to the voiceover business. Voiceover artist and casting director Dave Leffel critiques an audition for me. Five Minute Journal: https://fiveminutejournal.refersion.com/c/50971Audible download: www.audibletrial.com/actionpodcast
2015-11-0334 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceMy Call with an Acting Success CoachCourtney Rioux is a successful commercial, TV, and voice actor as well as a success coach that specializes in helping actors get un-stuck in their careers and in their lives.Courtney Rioux's website: http://www.thewholeartist.comFive Minute Journal: https://fiveminutejournal.refersion.com/c/50971Audible free download: www.audibletrial.com/actionpodcastEmily Fletcher's website: http://zivameditation.comCommercial with Chris: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWaKeCn_YvkAlan Watts speech: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ERbvKrH-GC4
2015-10-2740 min
Action: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceAdvice from LA Casting DirectorsThe Casting Directors of FoleyMarra Casting who have cast over 3,500 commercials over the past 25 years give actors advice on auditioning. Five Minute Journal: https://fiveminutejournal.refersion.com/c/50971Audible download: www.audibletrial.com/actionpodcast
2015-10-2023 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceHow NOT to Act on SetThe who's who of the television commercial business explained, as well as how to act, and how NOT to act on set.Five Minute Journal: https://fiveminutejournal.refersion.com/c/50971Audible download: www.audibletrial.com/actionpodcast
2015-10-1328 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceSecrets from a Casting DirectorEmmy-nominated casting director of The Bourne Identity, Mission Impossible, and Wanted, Nancy Bishop, explains how to self-tape auditions that can actually book you the job.Five Minute Journal: https://fiveminutejournal.refersion.com/c/50971Audible download: www.audibletrial.com/actionpodcast
2015-10-0615 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceHow I Make a Living as an ActorHere's my story and the valuable pieces of advice I've learned along the way.Five Minute Journal: https://fiveminutejournal.refersion.com/c/50971Audible download: www.audibletrial.com/actionpodcast
2015-09-2836 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceNetworking in the Acting Business with Jimmy CallahanThis episode is all about the do's and DON'Ts of networking in the acting business, explained by Jimmy Callahan. This one is a must-listen. Five Minute Journal: https://fiveminutejournal.refersion.com/c/50971Audible download: www.audibletrial.com/actionpodcast
2015-09-1827 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceCharles Hubbell on ActingActor Charles Hubbell talks about the keys to having a sustainable career, overcoming rejection, building a character, nightmare auditions, and more.Five Minute Journal: https://fiveminutejournal.refersion.com/c/50971Audible download: www.audibletrial.com/actionpodcast
2015-09-1059 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellencePart 2: How to Book More Voiceover workThis episode is the second part of the conversation I had with voiceover veteran Dave Leffel about how to book more work.Five Minute Journal: https://fiveminutejournal.refersion.com/c/50971Audible download: www.audibletrial.com/actionpodcast
2015-08-3122 minAction: The Pursuit Of Acting ExcellenceTop 4 Ways to get a Commercial AgentIn this episode, Jimmy Callahan (commercial acting coach) explains how to get an agent as well as how to get more attention from casting directors.Five Minute Journal: https://fiveminutejournal.refersion.com/c/50971Audible download: www.audibletrial.com/actionpodcast
2015-08-2421 min