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obSETHedobSETHed with: STUART K ROBINSON CEO OF BBR, AUTHOR, PERFORMER AND MORE!This is an episode like no other. I heard STUART on the podcast SPEAK LA (you should check them out)It was like nothing I had ever heard and after the podcast episode I felt so rejuvenated!So I asked him to come on an obSETHed episode and it turned into one of the most honest conversations I have ever had.Please take a listen, and if you would like a part 2, please let me know by emailing: obsethed.net@gmail.com
2022-06-1336 minobSETHedobSETHed with CASTING DIRECTOR CAROLINE LIEMAs the current VP of the Casting Society of America, Caroline Liem wears many hats and is always juggling projects. On top of that, Caroline is a Theatrical Casting Director, Producer and Educator!She works very dilligently to make sure she is accessible to the talent community and is focused on education, equality and visibility.In this episode we also learn that the Casting Society is creating a podcast of their own, and it should definatly be on your radar!visit her atwww.carolineliem.com to learn more about wh...
2021-12-3138 minobSETHedobSETHed with ACTOR / VETERAN / CONGRESSIONAL CANDIDATE BRUNO AMATOBruno Amato is setting out to save the country.From Kevin McCarthy.Bruno is a working Actor and never imagined he would be running for office. But at this point in time, he knows we need some change from the direction we are heading. Whether you work in entertainment and want to hear about Bruno the Actoror you are a constituent of his district of Bakersfield California and want to learn more about Bruno's background and beliefs, this is the podcast for you.Don't forget to check out his...
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Paul Young - Everytime You Go Away
Joy Division- Love Will Tear Us ApartStef Chura - Good Time (Esther Rose cover)
Amen Dunes (with Sleaford Mods) - Feel Nothing
Wavves - Caviar
Goon Sax- Desire
Wye Oak - Electricity
The Smiths - This Night Has Opened My Eyes
Raf- Self Control
nation of language- wounds of lo...
2021-07-252h 00obSETHedobSETHed with WRITER / PRODUCER AKILAH GREENI have been wanting to sit down with my friend Akilah Green and learn about her writer's journey for a long time. It was worth the wait!Akilah has used her unique voice to navigate Washington DC as a Lobbyist and navigate Hollywood as a much sought after Writer/Producer. I have so many questions about the process of writing and collaborating with other artists in a Writers Room, and thankfully Akilah has the patience to walk me through them.She is one of the funniest people I follow on Twitter. If you w...
2021-06-1438 minobSETHedobSETHed with ACTOR, FILMMAKER, ENTREPRENEUR DARREN DARNBOROUGHI can't tell you how many times I had to look up the spelling of ENTREPRENEUR!So frustrating!Anyway, Darren Darnborough is a great guy that I had wanted to meet for a quite a while.I had heard of him because he is the CEO and CO-FOUNDER of WeAudition, and before I signed up on the platform, I wanted to learn more about it and how it came to be.I loved talking to Darren about acting, making projects and being an (here goes that freaking word again...) entrepreneur i...
2021-03-2836 minobSETHedobSETHed with: Casting Director, Author, Producer, Teacher MARK SIKESCasting Director Mark Sikes casts independent features, was one of the first paid bloggers in entertainment sphere, and produced an award winning documentary about a mysterious production he helped cast.I wanted to interview him while I was reading his book HOLLYWOOD MADE SIMPLE. The book blew me away and I knew we had to discuss it. He is such a good gentleman, and really nothing was off limits during our talk (even his email address)
2021-03-1447 minobSETHedobSETHed with TALENT AGENT JAY SCHACHTEROnce upon a time, I was lucky enough to be represented by the amazing Jay Schachter.And I am still lucky enough to be friends with him.I never stop learning, and I never stop laughing. And I must say...it is so nice to have someone in this business I can really trust.Jay is Head of Film and Television atStewart Talent,Which has offices across the U.S.Jay is a true one-of-a-kind person. And I just love that mutha brutha!
2021-01-2652 minobSETHedobSETHed with ACTOR CHAD MICHEAL COLLINSMy dude Chad Michael Collins is an Actor in so many realms.TV? You mean like ONCE UPON A TIME?Film? You mean the SNIPER series?Video game? What??? You talkin 'bout CALL OF DUTY: MODERN WARFARE?My dude Is everywhere. And the truth?I love him.He is worth it.
2020-12-3045 minobSETHedLIFE AFTER with former commercial agent CAROL ELSNERI think it is important to discuss what happens if you decide the entertainment industry is no longer fulfilling your dreams. What if you want to move on from it but are afraid there is nothing else out there that could make you happy?Well, in this obSETHed special series, we will talk to people who are truly happy with their LIFE AFTER entertainment. And we will discuss the business in the unique way that only they can see it...in hindsight. My first guest in Carol Elsner. She is a fantastic hum...
2020-12-1043 minobSETHedobSETHed with CASTING DIRECTOR ROSE ROSENRose Rosen is such a great guest! So funny and honest!She is a CSA Casting Director based out of Tampa, Florida. She casts film, tv, commercials, reality and print!She also created a great youtube series with fellow CD Kim Swanson. The pair talk about current events in entertainment and have special guests from all over the industry. You can watch them here:https://www.youtube.com/c/ROSEROSEN1Rose was fascinating to talk to and I am sure you will get a lot of this episode!-Set...
2020-11-1955 minobSETHedobSETHed with CASTING EXECUTIVE DANIEL CABEZADaniel Cabeza is a Casting Executive at Fox Entertainment, and I have to tell you, man, I learned so much from this episode!This one is a must-listen and way more like a Master Class than an interview. You can follow Daniel on Twitter, which I always find amusing! @dannycabeza
2020-10-1843 minobSETHedobSETHed with CASTING DIRECTOR / PRODUCER JEFF OLANJeff Olan is a prolific Background Casting Director in Los Angeles!That means he has given many actors their shot at getting a SAG card.Thanks to our mutual friend Nan Sumski for the introduction!!Jeff has made so many movies and TV series that you love look like real life with the background artists he supplies. Jeff is the man to get you on set!Beingthere in person is the best way Actors can learn about life in the biz!So pay attention if this is your goal!...
2020-10-101h 23obSETHedobSETHed with: THE BOYS & CD Robert UlrichI freaking love the show THE BOYS on Amazon. So different, so twisted! So well acted and cast!On this episode I zoom with Casting Director Robert Ulrich, who is literally THE DOPESTabout casting THE BOYS!I'm a lucky dude!Enjoy
2020-09-2919 minobSETHedSafer At Home with: CASTING DIRECTOR JOSH EINSOHNWhaaaaaaaaat?THIS IS USLOVE , VICTORONE DAY AT A TIMEJosh casts some of the best shows on network and streaming!And such a good dude!I learned a lot from our convo and I think you will also!
2020-08-071h 02obSETHedSafer At Home with CASTING DIRECTOR ERICA S. BREAMAfter a long break to let the current news of the world sink in, I decided to start making more episodes of the podcast. Before we get to this great interview with the lovely Erica Bream,I must say that being an ANTI-RACIST matters.Doing what's right by people and the planet matters. Black lives matter.And being the best and most humane you as possible...matters.Now, back to the episode!Erica S. Bream is so great. She casts in Los Angeles and the Southeast. She has cas...
2020-07-1749 minobSETHedSafer At Home with: TALENT MANAGER RYAN GLASGOWRyan Glasgow is a Talent Manager at Mills/Kaplan Entertainment in Hollywood.He is also an independent Producer, Writer and an excellent singer!In this podcast we discuss what may come of the entertainment industry once we open back up for business, being a content creator and the taboo subject of being dropped by your rep and best practices when an Actor wants to move on from their rep.
2020-05-1157 minobSETHedSafer At Home with: CASTING DIRECTOR SANDI LOGANWe are using our time to stay healthy and to stay safer at home.I am grateful for the opportunity to peek into the lives of some of the entertainment industry professionals that I admire and talk about their time spent safer at home, and their thoughts about the current and future state of the business.In this episode, I have asked Sandi Logan back.She is currently casting NANCY DREW, DYNASTY and MR. IGLESIAS.She is also a bright spot on a cloudy day.I always have so much fun talking...
2020-04-2936 minobSETHedobSETHed with CASTING DIRECTOR KIM SWANSON***special note*** we recorded this episode before California's Safer At Home order.Welcome back to the podcast. Love and light to the world at this time as we cope with COVID-19I am proud to continue introducing you to prominent figures in the the entertainment community. People like Kim Swanson, a Casting Director and friend. If you are enjoying these podcasts or have any special requests, please reach outobSETHedwith@gmail.com
2020-04-1748 minobSETHedUnderstanding COVID-19 with Dr. Roy VongtamaDr. Roy Vongtama is a good friend of mine. He is an Actor, Author and an Oncologist.He also embraces both Western and Eastern medicine, which I find makes him really well rounded.I wanted to talk with him about the Novel Coronavirus, COVID-19.There is so much conflicting info about there, and I wanted to dissect it with someone I trust. Also check out Roy's book HEALING BEFORE YOU'RE CURED.mdRoy.com
2020-03-1957 minobSETHedRandom Questions with CASTING DIRECTOR MICHAEL DONOVANMichael is still one of the most kind CDs in the business!I was recently there to watch him win an Artios Award for ANNIE at the Hollywood Bowl.I love these RANDOM QUESTION segments. It gives people a chance to hear a lighter side of some of my guests.For the full obSETHed interview with Mr. Donovan, just scroll through the past episodes!
2020-02-1205 minobSETHedobSETHed with CASTING FRONTIERStoked to bring you Joey Rubenstein from CASTING FRONTIER!Are you an Actor looking to act?A Casting Director looking to cast?Or a Representative looking to....represent...or something?Well, Casting Frontier is your spot.Great to meet Joey to learn about how Casting Frontier fits into your career and how to utilize the services to maximize your career. I was impressed with his honesty, his story and most of all...how they solved a problem that I have been complaining about.https://castingfrontier.com
2020-01-3130 minobSETHedobSETHed with FIRST ASSISTANT DIRECTOR / AUTHOR / EDUCATOR KOREY POLLARDI met Korey Pollard when I was guest starring on the FOX show 9-1-1.It was an amazing experience for MANY reasons, Korey being one of them!Korey has worked as a 1st AD on many productions, and worked his way up to get there. *In this episode, we talk about: *what a 1st AD does, *how he got involved in the business,*how an ad for background work led to a principal role in the film STAND BY ME, *recovery from addiction and motivation to keep going,*the L...
2020-01-171h 24obSETHedobSETHed with CASTING DIRECTOR/ASSOCIATE GIANNA BUTLERGianna Butler is the bees knees.Whatever that means.She is nominated for a 2020 Artios Award as a Casting Director for THE REAL BROS OF SIMI VALLEY.And also nominated as a Casting Associate for the sitcom FULLER HOUSE.She is young, ambitious, fun, clever, kind, talented and lovable. I am so glad to get to introduce you to her and her unique approach to Casting!
2019-11-1942 minobSETHedobSETHed with CASTING DIRECTORS ALEXIS KOCZARA AND CHRISTINE SCHEVCHENKOI don't know how these two have time to sleep. This is just a partial list of the projects they cast:BLACKISHMIXEDISHGROWNISHKOBRA KAIJUICY STORIESSCROLL WHEEL OF TIMEand they are Artios nominees for FULLER HOUSE!They also happen to be awesome humans. I am so proud to know them and I am positive you will love this episode!
2019-11-0536 minobSETHedobSETHed with TALENT AGENT MIKE EISENSTADTMike Eisenstadt is the President of Amsel, Eisenstadt, Frazier & Hinojosa Talent Agency in Los Angeles. (AEFH)He is also one of the three adult theatrical agents at the firm, so he has his hand in many aspects of the talent representation business.Additionally, Mike is nominated for a HELLER AWARD from THE TALENT MANAGERS ASSOCIATION!more info can be found here about the ceremony:www.thehellerawards.comIn this episode, I get to sit down and talk with him about:his career journey,how is office works,what...
2019-10-2645 minobSETHedobSETHed with CASTING DIRECTOR GERALYN FLOODYes, Geralyn Flood casts sitcoms.Yes, Geralyn Flood casts dramas.Yes, Geralyn Flood casts for network.Yes, Geralyn Flood casts for cable.And YES! She is the star of the obSETHed episode called FLOOD GATES!Literally she does it all!We are beyond lucky to have her on the podcast.'nough said?-Seth
2019-10-1159 minobSETHedobSETHed with CASTING DIRECTOR RUSSELL BOASTCasting Director Russell Boast is the this week's guest on the obSETHed podcast. Not long after recording this, it was announced that he was nominated for an Artios Award for Excellence in Casting.He is the current president of the CSA, and is a champion in the diversity and inclusion mission.A great CD and great human, I am so proud to introduce you to him and present this opportunity for you to learn from one of the best!!!-Seth
2019-09-281h 30obSETHedobSETHed with CASTING DIRECTOR M'SAADA NIAM'saada Nia is a talented Casting Director. Her company is called COPACETIC CASTING and she has worked on many different types of projects. From New Media to Motion Pictures.But....did you know that she was once a cast member on MTV's ROAD RULES?WHAAAAT? I'm obsessed!Also, thank you once again to www.tavoletacreative.com for the great gift for M'saada. She loved it.
2019-09-141h 43obSETHedRandom Questions with CASTING DIRECTOR JULIE ASHTONMy friend Julie Ashton is so much fun!! She casts so many hit projects and is always so authentic.Just to name drop a few:WILL & GRACEBIG MOUTHBOB'S BURGERWe usually get together and have a good laugh. Thought I would spread the joy!-Sethwww.obSETHed.com
2019-09-0201 minobSETHedobSETHed with: COMMERCIAL, VO and PRINT AGENTS JULIE GUDZ and CANDACE STEWARTTogether, Julie, Candace and their assistant Cassie, are the Adult Commercial department at DDO Artists Agency in Los Angeles. There is so much to learn about the world of commercials, and there are the right people to start with. DDO has offices in LA, NY and Chicago. Their departments represent adult and youth actors for commercial and theatrical, as well as models and voice over artists. http://ddoagency.com/Special thanks to www.tavolettacreative.com for the amazing gift for the ladies!-Sethwww.obsethed.com
2019-08-0949 minobSETHedobSETHed with: DIRECTOR, PRODUCER, CASTING DIRECTOR: RISA BRAMON GARCIASuch a great episode! What started out as an ordinary interview about Casting and the business of Acting, turned into a meaningful discussion about artistry, recharging yourself, talking to your family about expectations, creating your own work, and so much more.I admire Risa Bramon Garcia so much, and am thrilled to present this to you:Special offer for obSETHed listeners, participate in the 10 DAY ACTOR CHALLENGE FOR FREE!The BGB Studio's 10 Day Actor's Challenge: Finding Your Power is 10 days of self exploration, deep connection, and creative fulfillment that is...
2019-07-0949 minobSETHedobSETHed with: CASTING DIRECTOR / PRODUCER / COACH PAMELA SHAEPamela Shae has been a bright light throughout my time in the entertainment business. As the Executive In Charge of Casting and Talent at Spelling Entertainment, she oversaw shows such as CHARMED, BEVERLY HILLS 90210, MELROSE PLACE, 7th HEAVEN, SUNSET BEACH and more. Listen to hear from a great teacher who is interested in making sure Actors have the tools they need for success!For more information about Pamela, please go to:www.pamelashae.com
2019-06-3055 minobSETHedRandom Questions with CASTING DIRECTOR JOHN LEVEYMy dude is back!Casting Director of such shows as E.R., THE WEST WING, CHINA BEACH, ANIMAL KINGDOM, SHAMELESS and many more!In this mini episode, we discuss everything and really nothing at all.Music by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-... Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b... Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/gnvwBNvVfuU
2019-06-2101 minobSETHedobSETHed with: ACTOR DOMINIC BURGESSDominic Burgess is SOOOO Talented!!I have watched his career grow tremendously and I am proud to call him a friend.You know him from FUED, THE MAGICIANS, THE FLASH, A.N.T. FARM.....and soon the the show PERFECT HARMONY!He made his Directorial debut on the short film SAM DID IT, which he also wrote and starred in alongside Alfred Molina. I always learn a lot from Dom, especially about 'leveling up' in your own career.
2019-06-1355 minobSETHedobSETHed with: CASTING DIRECTOR SANDI LOGANME LOVE SANDI LOGAN!!!Sorry, I let my inner Cookie Monster out for a sec.But it is true. I love Sandi Logan. She is a TERRIFIC human, and a TERRIFIC Casting Director. Her show MR. IGLESIAS is about to drop on Netflixand her new show NANCY DREW is coming to a tv set near you this fall.Speaking of fall....listen to this episode so you call fall in love with Sandi Logan!A special thank you to TAVOLETTA CREATIVE for once again gifting our guests wi...
2019-06-051h 16obSETHedobSETHed with: CASTING DIRECTOR JASON KENNEDYJason Kennedy! I love him! He is so dope! One of the best Casting Directors in Hollywood. And he still tolerates me!Jason and his casting partner Susan Bluestein cast the long running CBS shows NCIS and NCIS LA.Both of the shows are an amazing gift to Actors. The cast and crew are some of the most welcoming in the business.In this episode we will chat about the casting process for these shows, and much more!Thank you to Actor Tiffany Chandon for sending in some great questions.If...
2019-05-271h 00obSETHedRandom Questions with CASTING DIRECTORS ROBERT ULRICH, ERIC DAWSON and CAROL KRITZERThe partners at UDK Casting sit down for a round of random questions with me. Did I mention how much I love them?And the super awesome shows they cast!And the perfectly dope casting people in their office!In short....there is so much love to go around!
2019-05-2101 minobSETHedobSETHed with: ACTOR COURTNEY HENGGELERCobra Kai, in the house!!My friend, Courtney Henggeler plays Amanda LaRusso on the this hit YouTube Premium show. Amanda is married to Daniel LaRusso. You know, the Karate Kid. My hero growing up.It's all too much for me to take!I love Courtney and think she is brilliant Actor and an even better friend. I have learned so much from her over the years, and I just keep on learnin'!Tune in if you love Cobra Kai! Or if you love Acting! Or if you are just...
2019-05-1354 minobSETHedobSETHed with: ACTOR ELIZABETH FRANCESMy friend Elizabeth Frances is AMAZING!As an Actor, as a friend and an actual human being!She is a series regular on the AMC limited series THE SON.She has appeared on my comedy series obSETHed along with her husband Sigmund who plays PETE on the series.I have watched Elizabeth grow into this amazing performer who can do anything and I am proud to introduce you to her career and work ethic!
2019-05-0552 minobSETHedobSETHed with: CASTING DIRECTOR JOHN LEVEYLegendary.Casting Director.John Levey.Out of breath....Thinking about how cool this is.E.R. The West Wing.American Woman.Animal Kingdom.Shameless.So much more.He won a Casting Society of America Hoyt Bowers Award.He guest starred on obSETHed.He's just so dope.Listen.So you know how awesome I am.
2019-04-2931 minobSETHedobSETHed with: ACTOR COLEY MUSTAFA SPEAKSColey Mustafa Speaks, who had a breakout role in Netflix's SEVEN SECONDS, is not only a brilliant Actor, but also a brilliant scientific mind. I NEVER KNEW THIS! And I he is my friend!Such a great episode to learn how this Actor came up from the projects in New Jersey to the television screen in your living room.Coley is really going places with his acting and writing, and I am honored that he took the time to teach me about his life!
2019-04-2243 minobSETHedobSETHed with: FILM PRODUCER / DIRECTOR ILYSSA GOODMANIlyssa Goodman is a one woman army.She can do it all! She developed and produced the feature A CINDERELLA STORY starring Hilary Duff and is attached to all of the sequels.Her directorial debut came courtesy of the feature film THE STANDOFF (currently streaming and on-demand)She has a background in distribution and has sold a few reality series to television networks.There is so much to go over here, so lets just press play on this fantastic episode!
2019-04-0946 minobSETHedRandom Questions with CASTING DIRECTORS DANIELLE AUFIERO and AMBER HORNThis fun episode of RANDOM QUESTIONS is brought to you by my nephew Reily. He does the intro and outro and is the cutest human on Earth. And Mars.Also, Danielle and Amber are my faves! So kind, sweet and fun! They are really special and even include ME in the questions!!! (leading to my most embarrassing moment)Please enjoy!And the music is called CUTE by the band BENSOUNDMusic by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-...Creative Commons —Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b... Music promoted byAu...
2019-03-2306 minobSETHedobSETHed with: ACTOR MICHELLE MITCHENORMichelle Mitchenor is an amazing Actor who can currently be seen as a series regular on FOX's LETHAL WEAPON.She was so giving with her thoughts and lessons learned when we sat down for the interview. I really appreciate her and admire her art.Michelle also hosts and produces her own podcast called WIFE-ISH. Make sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.
2019-03-1851 minobSETHedRandom Questions with CASTING DIRECTOR ERIC SOULIERESo happy to introduce you to the addition to my obSETHed podcast...RANDOM QUESTIONS.My guests pick random cards with random questions on them and answer HONESTLY. (hopefully)Casting Director Eric Souliere is our first player. Special thanks to my amazing nephew REILY for providing the opening and closing statements. And the music is called CUTE by the band BENSOUNDMusic by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-... Creative Commons —Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b... Music promoted byAudio Library https://youtu.be/gnvwBNvVfuU
2019-03-1002 minobSETHedobSETHed with: TV SHOWRUNNER JEFF ASTROFThis is a super special episode. Jeff Astrof has written for many shows. Including FRIENDS. (I just name dropped a little. Sorry.)We met on the set of the series he created, TRIAL AND ERROR, which quickly became one of my favorite TV comedies. It's unlike anything I had ever seen on network television, and I knew I had to discuss it with him. He was kind enough to allow me into his office on the Warner Brothers lot in Los Angeles and really open up to us about his career, his show...
2019-02-181h 27obSETHedobSETHed with: CASTING DIRECTOR MICHAEL DONOVANMy friend Michael Donovan is best known for casting theatre in Los Angeles. Although he also casts for many other mediums.He just won an Artios Award for his work on MAMMA MIA at the Hollywood Bowl.He started off as an Actor, and that is quite obvious in his guest starring role in obSETHed: PIGEON HOLED. You should give it a watch at www.obSETHed.com
2019-02-0547 minobSETHedobSETHed with: CASTING DIRECTOR PHYLLIS SHURINGABoy, oh boy! I love this episode!Co-Hosted by my dear friend, actor Elizabeth Frances, we head out to the GEFFEN PLAYHOUSE, which is one of THE most prestigious theaters in Los Angeles. We sat down with our new favorite human, resident Casting Director Phyllis Shuringa, to discuss her Artios nomination, the differences between stage and TV acting, and even the differing unions and rules. I learned so much and I did not want to leave! ...but she made me.
2019-01-3045 minobSETHedobSETHed with: CASTING DIRECTOR LORI WYMANIt's so interesting for me to learn about how casting/acting works in markets outside of Los Angeles and New York. Talking to Lori Wyman was amazing, and I learned so much about what it takes to work in South Florida.Lori has had an amazing career. She worked as an agent and then went into Casting. First for the original Hawaii 5-0, then all the way up to Ballers on HBO and Bloodline on Netflix!She works as a location Casting Director on many projects, and also the main CD on tv a...
2019-01-2938 minobSETHedobSETHed with: CASTING DIRECTORS BECKY SILVERMAN and LISA ZAMBETTIBecky Silverman and Lisa Zambetti are the CDs behind the Artios nominated short film AKEDA. You have to listen to the story behind the casting. It's a great one!They are both kind people and fun to audition with. Whether it is for an indie feature a hit network TV series like CRIMINAL MINDS, they treat actors with patience, kindness and dignity. Lisa is also the co-host and co-creator of the hit podcast REAL CRIME PROFILE!
2019-01-2541 minobSETHedobSETHed with: CASTING DIRECTOR ERIC SOULIEREI know Eric as an excellent television Casting Director.9-1-1, American Horror Story, Law and Order: The Menendez Murders and many more. I was intrigued to learn that Eric was nominated for a 2019 Artios Award for a theatre project called THE PRIDE. I learned the Eric loves casting and attending theater and looks forward to casting more of it!
2019-01-1118 minobSETHedobSETHed with: CASTING DIRECTOR MATT LESSALLI love this episode. Matt Lessall is the former President of the Casting Society of America, he has been a Casting Executive and loves his current position as an independent Casting Director with a focus on indie films. He knows SO MUCH about actors succeeding, and patiently went above and beyond in this interview to have an in depth dialogue about what he has learned. He is nominated for a 2019 Artios Award for the short film THE LOST.I can't wait to watch it!
2019-01-0845 minobSETHedobSETHed with: CASTING DIRECTOR JULIE ASHTONJulie Ashton is one of a kind.Such a great sense of humor, and so very warm.She is one of the TOP Casting Directors for comedy in the whole business.She is nominated for two Artios Awards this year.BOB'S BURGER and BIG MOUTH.She and her team also cast:WILL AND GRACE, HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL (the series), THE INTERNSHIP, RENO 911, 2 BROKE GIRLS......and so many more. Just so you are aware, this is a biased interview. BECAUSE I LOVE HER!!-Seth
2019-01-0228 minobSETHedobSETHed with: CASTING DIRECTORS DANIELLE AUFIERO and AMBER HORNDear Humans listening to this podcast (and the dogs who are also in the car)I am so excited to introduce you to Amber Horn and Danielle Aufiero.Two fantastic people and amazing Casting Directors.I am so proud to call them friends.They are always giving opportunity to actors and always on the look out to help their fellow casting professionals. I just love them. Like, for real. Some of the projects they cast:Andi MackOn My BlockThe 100OARaven's Home
2018-12-2734 minobSETHedobSETHed with: CASTING DIRECTOR JEN RUDINJen Rudin has been just about everywhere in casting. She was a Casting Executive at Disney, She became an independent Casting Director and consultant who has worked in TV, FILM, THEATER, ANIMATION, LIVE ACTION and COMMERCIALS. She took the lesson's she learned from working with Actors in all those projects and wrote the book "CONFESSIONS OF A CASTING DIRECTOR". Speaking of writing, she wrote, exec produced, and cast the project LUCY IN THE SKY which has earned her a 2019 Artios Award Nomination!
2018-12-1832 minobSETHedobSETHed with: CASTING DIRECTOR ELLEN CHENOWETH and CASTING ASSOCIATE SUSANNE SCHEELWelcome back everyone. It was a THRILL to touch base with Ellen and Susanne. This pair have cast some AMAZING projects and are currently nominated for an ARTIOS AWARD for the HBO film PATERNO.-Seth
2018-12-1110 minobSETHedobSETHed with: CASTING DIRECTORS ROBERT ULRICH, ERIC DAWSON & CAROL KRITZERDear Listeners, It was so great to hang out with Robert, Eric and Carol. The principals of UDK Casting. Not only are they people that I trust and admire, I'm envious to have friends who are doing what they love, and have been able to do it for decades. It's the perfect partnership because they share values, compliment each other, yet retain their uniqueness. They have earned the HOYT BOWERS AWARD, which is one of the most prestigious awards in the Casting community. It will be given to them at the Artios ceremony in LA in...
2018-12-0419 minobSETHedobSETHed with: CASTING DIRECTOR GARY ZUCKERBRODIt was such an honor to sit down recently with Casting Director Gary Zuckerbrod to discuss his 2019 Artios Nomination for the Netflix film THE KISSING BOOTH.We also discussed his career path and some of the way casting has changed since he first got into the business.I'm going to convince him one day to start a voice-over career if he ever has spare time. Just listen to this episode and you will understand why I think he could be hugely successful doing that!-Sethwww.obSETHed.com
2018-11-2726 minobSETHedobSETHed with: CASTING DIRECTORS MEG MORMAN and SUNNY BOLINGMeg Morman and Sunday (Sunny) Boling are the casting team that make up Morman Boling Casting in Los Angeles California. They are nominated for a 2019 Artios Award for the Short Form series RELATIONSHIP STATUS. They were so much fun to hang out with while recording this episode. I learned a lot from them, and I think you will too.https://www.mormanbolingcasting.com/relationship-status
2018-11-2028 minobSETHedobSETHed with: CASTING DIRECTOR LAURA ADLER and the CSALaura Adler is a dear friend of mine. She is a Casting Director who comes from an entertainment family and is now the Administrator of the Casting Society of America. In this podcast, we talk about what the CSA is, how Actors can get involved, and of course...the Artios Awards!I always appreciate my time with Laura. She is kind, funny, and generous. I am proud to call her my friend and I know you will learn a lot from her. As always, this podcast is brought to you by
2018-10-2917 min
obSETHedobSETHed with: INTRODUCTIONSWelcome to the obSETHed podcast. We will be having chats with some terrific professionals from the entertainment industry (Casting Directors, Agents, Managers, Directors, Producers, Writers, Actors, Stunts, Crew Members and more)But first, I would like you to hear a bit about who I am, and what to expect from this podcast. Thanks for listening, Seth Coltanwww.obSETHed.com
2018-10-2113 min
Speaker for the Living 'Human Trafficking' PodcastDRC Conflict Mineral Rule and Forced LaborThe Trump administration may suspend the DRC Conflict Mineral rule that requires US public companies disclose whether they have conflict minerals (cassiterite, wolframite, and coltan, and gold) in their supply chain from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Hosts Seth Daire and JJ Janflone look at how conflict minerals are mined with forced labor, how the rule may have had some unintended consequences, and challenge our government and corporations to come up with a solution rather than a cop-out. The issue is best summed up by auditing firm Deloitte, "Although many companies may view social compliance efforts as cumbersome, experiences...
2017-03-1249 min
iRozapp - Rosalyn Coleman WilliamsPilot Season PanelThis is a Pilot Season interview you don't want to miss! Seth Coltan of Breakdown Services pulls together a panel to answer some very important questions for every actor.
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