“Hey there, actor friends! Welcome back to Casting Actors Cast , the podcast that helps you prepare smarter, act better, and book more. I’m your host, Jeffrey Dreisbach — casting director, teacher, and your friendly guide through the wonderful, weird, and sometimes wobbly world of show business.” “Today’s episode is one I think you’ll really appreciate, because it answers a question I get all the time: What do casting directors actually remember about you?  Spoiler alert — it

Okay, let’s be honest. We’ve all seen those New Year posts from actors that sound something like —“This is my year! Manifesting series regular energy! ”Or “Big bookings only in 2025!”And listen — I love the optimism. But sometimes, our acting goals start to sound… a little cringe. Why? Because they’re about results — not process. In today’s episode, we’re going to fix that. We’ll talk about how to create acting goals that actually move your career forward  — without the fake

You know that moment in an audition when your scene partner says their line… and you feel pressure to do something ? You nod. You blink. You shift your face. You give a tiny “actor reaction” — because silence feels dangerous. Here’s a little secret: sometimes, the best reaction… is no reaction at all. Today, we’re going to uncover one of the most overlooked audition skills — the ability to listen without performing your listening . This is the subtle art that separates actors

You finally get the message: “We’d love to offer you the part. Congratulations!” And you freeze. Do you take it? Do you need to ask your agent? Do you even want  it? Here’s the thing — actors are told from day one, “Say yes to everything.” But what if saying yes too quickly is the one thing that keeps you from leveling up? Today, we’re diving into a topic every actor wrestles with: Should you take that role? (beat) Because sometimes the smartest career move you can make… is l

Episode #387   It’s Not “Typecasting”- Why I Say ‘Brand’ Instead Air Date:      “When you hear the word ‘typecast,’ do you cringe? Maybe...

Episode #386 What Famous Actors Aren’t Telling You! “What do Jennifer Lawrence, Denzel Washington, and Zendaya all have in common? Yes,...

Episode #384 September 15, 2025 Welcome back to Casting Actors Cast ! Every actor has been there—you get a script with dialogue so flat...

Episode #383 Emotional Access on Demand Air Date: September 11, 2025 “Directors want it, casting directors expect it—you need to access...

“Sometimes the most powerful acting happens when you’re not speaking at all. Silent moments can make or break your performance, and today...

Episode #381 “Rom-coms and Hallmark movies may look effortless, but don’t be fooled—there’s a very specific acting skill set behind all...

Episode #380 Film Script preparation Air Date: "Welcome, friends and fearless performers, to another episode of Casting Actors Cast, the...

Episode #379 Act Like An Agent Air Date: Welcome to Casting Actors Cast — the podcast that gives actors the tools, tactics, and mindset...

Episode #378 Manifest Your Acting Success Air Date: 8/7/2025 Welcome to another episode of Casting Actors Cast, the podcast that lifts...

What your self-tape setup says about you Air Date: “A casting director can tell more about you in the first five seconds of your...

Episode #376 Fixing a Bad Audition While It’s Happening Air Date: “Ever feel an audition slipping through your fingers—but you're still...

Episode #375 Television Script Analysis Air Date: Welcome to Casting Actors Cast , the podcast that gives actors real-world tools,...

Acting is a team sport. We rely on our scene partners, castmates, and creative collaborators to bring the story to life. But what happens...

Episode #373 Air Date: Title: It’s a Wrap, Now What? "It’s curtain call. The final take. The closing night party. The end of the project....

Episode #372 Air Date: Title: NO Means Know   " No is a complete sentence. It might sound harsh, but when used with purpose, it's one of...

Actor Procrastination Episode #371 Release Date:   Introduction “You know you’re an actor when you spend three hours organizing your...