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| Episode 510: Paul Calderón - The Seasoned Professional Episode | 21 Aug 2024 | 01:07:11 | |
Today on the Think Bigger Actors Podcast, we have the legendary Paul, a true veteran of the acting world. Paul shares his incredible journey from aspiring baseball player to renowned actor, guided by an unwavering passion for the craft. He delves into the lessons learned from decades in the industry, the importance of trusting your instincts, and the ever-evolving nature of acting. Discover why Paul believes in pursuing acting for the love of it and treating it as a business to navigate the inevitable challenges and rejections. This conversation is a masterclass in resilience, passion, and continuous growth from one of the industry's most seasoned performers! CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching SELF TAPE PLAYBOOK: HERE! TAKE THE QUIZ: www.theselftapequiz.com WHO IS THIS GUY? www.thinkbiggercoaching.com | |||
| Episode 509: Adele James - The UK Episode | 05 Aug 2024 | 01:06:57 | |
Adele James. British actress: Casualty, Netflix’s African Queen Docuseries, Queen Cleopatra – she played Cleopatra. Adele is also the creator of the Empowered Actors Network, Holistic Approach for Actors, a global program dedicated to helping actors navigate the industry's realities with resilience and strategic insight. She shares her journey of building systems and networks from scratch, the emotional highs and lows of auditions, and the profound importance of mindset in sustaining a successful acting career.
Adele James
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| Episode 413: John Levey - The Casting Director Series | 04 Dec 2023 | 01:08:58 | |
Today’s guest is Casting Director John Levey. He might not like being called a legendary casting director, but when you worked on some of the greatest shows – ER, West Wing, and Shameless – I think we can call ya a legend. Or at least legend adjacent. We chatted about his new book RIGHT FOR THE ROLE (link below) and so much more…but his take on bringing these few things as some of the secret sauce to your work was mind-blowing: Authenticity, Intelligence, Sensitivity, Imagination, Talent!
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CONNECT WITH John Levey: Link for John Levey’s Book: Here! Instagram: @john_frank_levey_ Website: www.johnfranklevey.com | |||
| Episode 412: Seth Caskey - The Casting Director Series | 13 Nov 2023 | 01:15:02 | |
Today’s guest is Casting Director Seth Caskey. Mayor of Kingstown, What/IF, Glow.
A few things we talked about…
But, I really loved his answer on Self-Tape and the perceptions we hold as actors about our opportunities, of our chances of booking more IN THE ROOM. Self Tapes: What are you basing your perception off of – going into the room. You had no idea what your odds ever were? It’s an assumption you are choosing to make.
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| Episode 411: Anthony Boyer - The Agent Episode | 06 Nov 2023 | 01:27:57 | |
The AGENT EPISODE: Anthony Boyer Breaks It All The Way Down This might be one of the most important podcasts I’ve ever done. Whether you are a new actor, development, or veteran. This talk with Anthony Boyer was amazing. Topics covered:
And so much more. **Don’t forget to stick around til the end for D-12 Coaching Shot where I bring it all together.
Anthony’s Companion PDF: 411 Agent Episode
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| Episode 410: Sarah Louise Lilley - The Tapping Episode | 26 Oct 2023 | 01:21:40 | |
STRIKE STRIKE STRIKE! And we’re back…Strike be damned! Today, we are catching up on all things STRIKE related…and then we are going to calm our anxieties and fears with some TAPPING. Sarah Louise Lilley is here to chat with us.
**Don’t forget to stick around til the end for D-12 Coaching Shot, where I bring it all together.
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| Episode 409: Dennis Gonzalez - The Manager Episode | 03 Jul 2023 | 00:55:46 | |
Dennis Gonzalez talks about change, transition, and evolution in today’s industry. We also dive into actors seeking outside validation and a new mindset around it. But, my favorite is the question that you should ask yourself about this moment in our industry: Is this something you’re willing to go through…to continue to persevere through? This is another fire episode, and I hope you stick around for the D12 shot in the end, where I bring it all together.
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| Episode 408: Brian Michael Smith - The Pride Month #TBT Episode! | 19 Jun 2023 | 01:08:48 | |
Throwback to last year's interview with Brian Michael Smith. It was so good that I had to feature it again. This time, with a new Intro and D12 shot! Today’s episode we have Brian Micheal Smith, the first Black Trans Man cast in a series regular role on network TV! Lone Star 911. This is such an inspiring episode - not because it’s the Pride Month, Trans Episode – that part IS pretty amazing. But, honestly, because Brian is our people – he speaks our language – Mindset and Living your purpose. But the way he broke down his Mindset and Purpose ON acting gave me chills. How he got super specific and wrote down - so he can call in all of his next-level roles – including the current Series Regular role he’s playing right now. Get your pen and paper out because issa about to be a BLUES CLUES episode.
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| Episode 407: Giovanni Porta - The Why I left Acting And I'm Happier Episode | 05 Jun 2023 | 01:13:15 | |
Today’s guest we have Giovanni Porta – Writer, Producer, Actor. This episode was so freaking special. Giovanni was so real, so transparent about why he stopped acting. How it wasn’t fun anymore and he literally had to stop for his mental health. I got chills listening to him. And of course, he goes on and lays out his path for now how he has found so much success pitching and selling his scripts - AND GETTING them made. I’m in awe of him. This podcast is seriously why I wanted to do the Think Bigger Actors Podcast.
** Stick around until the end for my D12 shot, where I bring it all together!
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| Episode 406: Josh Brener - The Working Actor Episode | 22 May 2023 | 01:11:53 | |
The Working Actor Series Today’s guest we have Josh Brener, The Last of Us, Glory Daze, Silicon Valley - and so many other voice-over characters you know and love. We talked about his trajectory to CAA and how it wasn’t as smooth as I had romanticized it in my head. You know because sometimes from the outside we see people get on a BIG SHOW like HBO’s Silicon Valley or in the trades we see they’re working opposite Snoop Dogg and we think – of course, CAA came knocking – but it didn’t happen that way and he breaks down his path. Spoiler Alert – the path was riddled with panic, panic, panic followed by anxiety, fear, and more panic. ** Stick around until the end for my D12 shot, where I bring it all together!
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| Episode 405: Ciera Payton - The Wendy Williams Episode | 08 May 2023 | 01:09:44 | |
Ciera Payton is an accomplished actress, entrepreneur, and philanthropist hailing from New Orleans. Most recently, Ciera showed her talent for bringing real people to life in Lifetime’s Wendy Williams biopic. Williams’ superfans campaigned on social media to cast her as the larger-than-life celebrity and Ciera’s raw portrayal of the infamous talk show host did not disappoint. She landed her first role as the female lead opposite Steven Seagal in the action feature Flight of Fury. Since her breakout role, she has shared the screen with Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Nicolas Cage, Kevin Hart, Josh Brolin, and many more acclaimed artists. ** Stick around until the end for my D12 shot! CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching TAKE THE QUIZ: www.theselftapequiz.com WHO IS THIS GUY? www.thinkbiggercoaching.com JOIN THE CLUB:www.thebookersclub.com
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| Episode 404: Jamie McShane - The How Long It Took To Be A Series Regular Episode | 24 Apr 2023 | 01:07:59 | |
Today’s guest is Jamie McShane. You might know him from the hit Netflix show Wednesday, or the Lincoln Lawyer, or freaking Bloodlines – which I was a huuuuge fan of…so when he came on to BOSCH and I got to work with him. Why did I want to get him on here soooo badly? Not because has been on all of those hit shows…and not because he’s a friend of mine…but honestly because of his story. I think it’s so freaking inspirational…how it took him TWENTY FIVE years to book a series regular. **Stick around until the end for the D12 shot!
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| Episode 508: ARIZONA: The Reimagined Actor LIVE episode with Bella Hibbs + Andrea Courtney | 08 Jul 2024 | 01:02:50 | |
Live Podcast brought to you from the Reimagined Actor Experience. Today’s episode I dive in deep with Andrea Courtney LA manager at Established Artists and Bella Hibbs, Casting Director - based in Arizona. We really pull a part the industry as it is right now and that pesky DO LESS note that we get from casting directors. Oof! It’s been wrecking actors' confidence for ages now.
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| Episode 403: Lisa Zambetti - The Casting Director Data Episode | 10 Apr 2023 | 01:19:43 | |
Today I pulled up a chair and chatted with Casting Director, Lisa Zambetti. She cast a slew of things, but most recently Criminal Minds. We dove deep and she addressed the State of the Industry right now, she shared some HARD DATA on what she’s seen with actors that have booked and gave some GREAT words of wisdom on why the clothes in your closet make the best wardrobe for your characters…I’d never thought of it this way. **Don’t forget to stick around til the end for D-12 Coaching Shot where I bring it all together.
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| Episode 402: Miata Edoga - The Money Episode (Stop Subscribing To The Struggle) | 27 Mar 2023 | 01:24:52 | |
I’m going to tell you right now…if you have aligned yourself with the struggle of “Actors always get taken advantage of when it comes to money.” or the “starving artist trope…” this is not the podcast for you. Because your toes will be stepped on…in the most loving way. So I’m going to ask your permission – should you choose to keep on…that your toes might get a little hurt. Cuz, Baby…we’re talking money. Today’s guest is Miata Edoga, the CEO and Founder of Abundance Bound, actor. For over two decades, she has been helping individuals of all backgrounds establish a healthier, more compassionate relationship with their money – whether they are just starting out, starting over, or starting to wonder how they should handle their growing wealth.
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| Episode 401: All Things DaJuan (Let's Talk About The Business) | 13 Mar 2023 | 00:37:39 | |
Welcome to the Think Bigger Actors Podcast; I’m your host DaJuan Johnson. In this Season 4 opener, I break down the top 7 things I learned last year about being a working actor…from the depression that followed after coming off of my show of 7 seasons…to really understanding in a different way the difference between auditioning and self-taping to finding my voice again. It’s all here for everyone to hear my very exposed D-12 shot. Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors. www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Follow me on the ‘gram! @thinkbiggercoaching and @dajuanjohnson Join the Think Bigger Tribe Facebook group – where a Tribe of like-minded actors come to take their careers to the next level. #skiptheline #seeyouonset CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thinkbiggercoaching/ TAKE THE QUIZ: http://www.theselftapequiz.com WHO IS THIS GUY? http://www.thinkbiggercoaching.com JOIN THE CLUB:http://www.thebookersclub.com
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| Episode 316: Craig Archibald - My Personal Acting Coach Episode | 14 Nov 2022 | 01:14:41 | |
Welcome back to this week's podcast of the Think Bigger Podcast! This is it! The season finale! (But don't worry, season four is coming soon) I brought in my current acting coach. Craig Archibald – you are definitely going to want to hear this talk. He wrote the book THE ACTORS MINDSET which is linked below. I have been working with him privately for just about 4 or 5 years. And I just started to work with him in a class setting…why? I talk about that on the podcast, but basically because I stopped playing as an actor. I stopped having fun. I needed to be around other actors with like-minded energy and goals. And Craig has been nothing but a safe haven for me and my artist. Check out this awesome book The ACTORS MINDSET BOOK by Craig Archibald. Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Follow me on the ‘gram! @thinkbiggercoaching and @dajuanjohnson Join the Think Bigger Tribe Facebook group – where a Tribe of like-minded actors come to take their career to the next level. #Skiptheline #seeyouonset
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| Episode 315: Jim Titus- The Big Booking That Didn't Get Picked Up Episode | 31 Oct 2022 | 01:26:25 | |
Welcome back to this week's podcast of the Think Bigger Podcast! You know, so much of our career as actors we are chasing the SERIES REGULAR role…it’s the pinnacle of an actors career – so they say…well, what happens when you get that series regular role…you shoot it…you wait for it to get picked up, everything looks like it’s a gooooo…and it doesn’t happen. The network and studio pass on the project…nobody prepares you for that…or really even talks about that… Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Follow me on the ‘gram! @thinkbiggercoaching and @dajuanjohnson Join the Think Bigger Tribe Facebook group – where a Tribe of like-minded actors come to take their career to the next level. #Skiptheline #seeyouonset Until today…This episode we have Jim Titus and he dives deep into all of that because it happened to him…and wow is it a story.
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| Episode 314: Sam Valentine- The One Broke Actress Episode | 17 Oct 2022 | 01:07:57 | |
Today’s guest we have Sam Valentine – Actress, and host of the One Broke Actress Podcast, where she shares her day-to-day life as a working actress…Has a Patreon Community, Has a podcasting business…she’s pretty much killing it. But, this podcast was so open and vulnerable…I mean, I haven’t heard ALL of the interviews she’s doing before this, but I feel like we connected and it made her open up more. We talked about so much…but…How she talks about how her dream capped out at age 25 and what she thinks about it now…it really got me thinking about this…when you were first getting into this career…did you think you’d be discovered at 25…and if that didn’t happen that way…did you dream another dream? Or did you start settling? Or reducing your dream down to your current circumstances? This isn’t even the D-12 shot yall… Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Follow me on the ‘gram! @thinkbiggercoaching and @dajuanjohnson Join the Think Bigger Tribe Facebook group – where a Tribe of like-minded actors come to take their career to the next level. #Skiptheline #seeyouonset | |||
| Episode 313: Pej Vahdat - The Working Actors Episode | 03 Oct 2022 | 01:16:51 | |
Welcome back to another episode of the Think Bigger Actors podcast! Today’s guest is Pej Vahdat - actor on Hulu’s new series - The Old Man with Jeff Bridge, City on a Hill on Showtime…and one of my favorite Dex Dexter on Dynasty. And how his one episode on BONES turned into 8 – this is what a working actor looks like – …but I really want you to hear his ORIGIN story on how he couldn’t get an agent to save his life…and how he ended up becoming his own agent…enter his alias Jason Vaughun…and how that role that almost broke him and he got so frustrated with this industry he literally had to leave the city to go to his happy place – been there. And if you don’t listen to the end where we dive into his LOVE HATE relationship with the word Series Regular…are you even trying to Think Bigger??? ---------------------- Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Follow me on the ‘gram! @thinkbiggercoaching and @dajuanjohnson Join the Think Bigger Tribe Facebook group – where a Tribe of like-minded actors come to take their career to the next level. #Skiptheline #seeyouonset | |||
| Episode 312: Kikéy Castillo - The Booking that First Co-star and Beyond Episode | 05 Sep 2022 | 01:13:24 | |
Welcome back to another episode of the Think Bigger Actor's Podcast and Happy Labor Day! Boy, do I have the perfect episode for all you actors out there. Today’s guest we have Kikey Castillo who is an actress who is out her kicking butt and recurring her butt off. You probably know her from Mayans MC, DC’s Stargirl, and/or Never Have I Ever. She is a true talent and holds a special place in my heart. In this episode, we throw it way back to the early days of her being one of my first clients and how she booked her first co-star episode and kept gaining momentum to attain the level and success she is at now. This is another one you won't wanna miss! Stick around for the D-12 shot where I bring it all together. Enjoy! Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Follow me on the ‘gram! @thinkbiggercoaching and @dajuanjohnson Join the Think Bigger Tribe Facebook group – where a Tribe of like-minded actors come to take their career to the next level. #Skiptheline #seeyouonset
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| Episode 311: Tara Tomicevic -The Quitting Acting and become a successful producer/writer Episode | 22 Aug 2022 | 01:05:43 | |
Welcome to the Think Bigger Actors Podcast I’m your host, DaJuan Johnson…and today we are talking about leaving the business. Making that decision… and then pursuing another avenue. Now don't get scared this episode is way more than switching careers. Tara Tomicevic is our guest today and before she made the leap to writer/producer she was an actor first. She shares a lot of great advice for the working actor that I know you won't want to miss. Let me know what you think of this episode and please share it with one of your friends! Don't forget to stick around for your D-12 shot at the end of the episode. Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Follow me on the ‘gram! @thinkbiggercoaching and @dajuanjohnson Join the Think Bigger Tribe Facebook group – where a Tribe of like-minded actors come to take their career to the next level. #Skiptheline #seeyouonset
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| Episode 310: Sam Stiglitz - Casting Director - The Debunking Misinformation | 08 Aug 2022 | 01:02:18 | |
Welcome back to another episode of the Think Bigger Actors Podcast! Our guest today is Sam Stiglitz and wow has she been blowing up the Instagram/Tik Tok streets. This is truly the Debunking Misinformation Episode. We talked about her husband asking her to stop trolling. Why Actors need to follow their immediate instincts. What teachers beat out of actors and why it’s important to keep these around. We finally get to the bottom of why an actor would get blacklisted from an office. Oh and the question that’s finally answered – what makes an actor stand out. …and I finally got to confront Sam…after all these years…for not booking me on Pretty Little Liars after an amazing audition. And I get a redo Share this episode with someone who will benefit from being in the tribe! Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Follow me on the ‘gram! @thinkbiggercoaching and @dajuanjohnson Join the Think Bigger Tribe Facebook group – where a Tribe of like-minded actors come to take their career to the next level. #Skiptheline #seeyouonset
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| Episode 507: Spencer Garrett - The Longevity Episode | 24 Jun 2024 | 01:10:13 | |
Spencer Garrett – 3rd generation actor – Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty. Bosch, For All Mankind, Credits upon, Credits. Spencer works…but the convo that really got to me was the evolution of his roles and how he managed to stay relevant in the industry for nearly 40 years, along with his perseverance in the acting profession. The shift from in-person auditions to self-tapes and the adjustments he had to make to succeed in this new audition format. Just to name a few. Spencer gives a great talk in this episode. CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching Think Bigger Actors Retreat: https://thinkbiggercourses.com/actors-retreat/ WHO IS THIS GUY? www.thinkbiggeractorsretreat.com
CONNECT WITH SPENCER: Instagram: @spencergarrett1 | |||
| Episode 309: Jack Wallace and Mariann Aalda (The Put In The Work Episode) | 25 Jul 2022 | 01:11:30 | |
Welcome to the Think Bigger Actors Podcast! I'm your host, DaJuan Johnson, and today I have TWO guests for you. Accent Coach, Jack Wallace, and Actress, Mariann Aalda. This episode is all about putting in the work and career longevity. Go get your dreams tribe and don't forget to stick around till the end where I bring it all together with my D12 shot! ---------- Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Follow me on the ‘gram! @thinkbiggercoaching and @dajuanjohnson Join the Think Bigger Tribe Facebook group – where a Tribe of like-minded actors come to take their career to the next level. #Skiptheline #seeyouonset | |||
| Episode 308: David Blue - The Real Real Actors Journey Episode | 11 Jul 2022 | 01:31:16 | |
Welcome back to another episode of the Think Bigger Actors Podcast! Today I am talking with actor, and acting coach, David Blue. You might recognize David from his recurring role on 'Ugly Betty' or from his series regular portrayal of Henry Danger in 'Stargate'. This talk is real and so important. I hope you enjoy it. If you do... shoot me a message in the DMs! I love to hear from you all. Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Follow me on the ‘gram! @thinkbiggercoaching and @dajuanjohnson Join the Think Bigger Tribe Facebook group – where a Tribe of like-minded actors come to take their career to the next level. #Skiptheline #seeyouonset | |||
| Episode 307: Johnny Rey Diaz - The Working Actor Episode | 27 Jun 2022 | 01:06:41 | |
Welcome back to another episode of the Think Bigger Actors Podcast! Today I was honored to talk with my friend, Johnny Rey Diaz. You may recognize him from Bosch or Pam & Tommy but pretty soon you'll be seeing him back on your screens! Since recording this episode Johnny has booked his first Series Regular!! So I guess what he says in the podcast is true... Dreams really do come true! I hope you enjoy this actor talk as much as I did! Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Follow me on the ‘gram! @thinkbiggercoaching and @dajuanjohnson Join the Think Bigger Tribe Facebook group – where a Tribe of like-minded actors come to take their career to the next level. #Skiptheline #seeyouonset
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| Episode 306: Brian Michael Smith - The Pride Month Episode! Happy Pride! | 13 Jun 2022 | 01:05:51 | |
Welcome to the Think Bigger Actors Podcast! I am so excited to share this very special episode today in honor of pride month! Today I had the pleasure of talking with Brian Michael Smith. He is an incredible actor and human who happens to be the first Black trans man cast in a series regular role on network TV! This episode inspired me and gave me chills. I'm so excited for you to listen and take note of the wisdom he spews! Enjoy the episode and stick around for your D-12 shot where I bring it all together. Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Follow me on the ‘gram! @thinkbiggercoaching and @dajuanjohnson Join the Think Bigger Tribe Facebook group – where a Tribe of like-minded actors come to take their career to the next level. #Skiptheline #seeyouonset | |||
| Episode 305: Moniqua Plante - The Wellness Episode | 30 May 2022 | 01:02:40 | |
Welcome back to this weeks double header. This week is all about health and wellness. In this episode I got the chance to talk with Moniqua Plante. I loved talking to Moniqua and I loved learning about the work that she’s doing as a health coach and how she helps actors. Check this one out and get into it! Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Follow me on the ‘gram! @thinkbiggercoaching and @dajuanjohnson Join the Think Bigger Tribe Facebook group – where a Tribe of like minded actors come to take their career to the next level. #Skiptheline #seeyouonset | |||
| Episode 305: Nick Duncan - The Wellness Episode | 30 May 2022 | 01:06:02 | |
Welcome back to this weeks double header. This week is all about health and wellness. In this episode I got the chance to talk with Nick Duncan. Nick created the Leading Man Protcol and is all about getting your body Hollywood ready so you can book the leading roles you deserve! A bunch of nuggets were disccued and shared in this episode and I hope you can learn something that may help switch up the way you think about exercise and health. Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Follow me on the ‘gram! @thinkbiggercoaching and @dajuanjohnson Join the Think Bigger Tribe Facebook group – where a Tribe of like minded actors come to take their career to the next level. #Skiptheline #seeyouonset | |||
| Episode 304: Cady McClain - The Soap Star Episode | 16 May 2022 | 01:04:45 | |
Welcome back to the Think Bigger Actors Podcast! This week I got to talk with Cady McClain. She is a three time Emmy award winning actress, two time Emmy nominated director and one of the reason I started acting. She is the real deal and so insightful. Like always... this is one you won't want to miss! Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Follow me on the ‘gram! @thinkbiggercoaching and @dajuanjohnson Join the Think Bigger Tribe Facebook group – where a Tribe of like minded actors come to take their career to the next level. #Skiptheline #seeyouonset
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| Episode 303: Kevin L. Johnson - The Ozark Episode | 02 May 2022 | 00:55:46 | |
Welcome back to the Think Bigger Actors Podcast! This weeks guest is Kevin L. Johnson who played Sam Dermody on Netflix's Ozark for the last four seasons! Kevin is an incredible actor who was willing to open up about his career with me. We discuss how he landed the role on Ozark and the dissapointment that actors face when a series ends. This one is a good one! Don't foget to listen to the D-12 shot in the end! Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Follow me on the ‘gram! @thinkbiggercoaching and @dajuanjohnson Join the Think Bigger Tribe Facebook group – where a Tribe of like minded actors come to take their career to the next level. #Skiptheline #seeyouonset | |||
| Episode 302: Tommy Hobson - Road to Series Regular | 18 Apr 2022 | 01:08:41 | |
Today’s podcast guest is Tommy Hobson. Series Regular on That Girl Lay Lay, was a SR on the Fresh Beat Band on Nickelodeon - and has a movie just out, The Ghosts of Ozark. This talk was full of greatness and so important for everyone to hear because we talk about the highs of booking a series regular and then the lows and gaps between jobs. Don't miss out because Tommy shares it all so brilliantly. Stick around for the D-12 shot at the end! Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Follow me on the ‘gram! @thinkbiggercoaching and @dajuanjohnson Join the Think Bigger Tribe Facebook group – where a Tribe of like minded actors come to take their career to the next level. #Skiptheline #seeyouonset | |||
| Episode 301: The Parents Episode | 04 Apr 2022 | 01:01:04 | |
In this episode I interview my parents and get to the bottom of the dreaded actor question, “How’s the Acting Thing going?” I, also, chat with my parent about watching all of my shows, me being an actor and their expectations vs my expectations of my career. What came out of this conversation was definitely not what I was expecting. Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Follow me on the ‘gram! @thinkbiggercoaching and @dajuanjohnson Join the Think Bigger Tribe Facebook group – where a Tribe of like minded actors come to take their career to the next level. #Skiptheline #seeyouonset | |||
| Episode 506: Jodie Bentley- The Branding Episode | 28 May 2024 | 01:04:17 | |
In this episode, I sit down with Jodie Bentley, Career Coach for Actors. who emphasizes the importance of business skills and mindset in the industry. But, I know her as the BRANDING QUEEN. Jodie's expertise in branding has made her a leading figure in our industry, helping actors define their unique identity and stand out in a competitive market. CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching Think Bigger Actors Retreat: https://thinkbiggercourses.com/actors-retreat/ WHO IS THIS GUY? www.thinkbiggeractorsretreat.com
CONNECT WITH JODIE: Instagram: @jodiebentley Website: https://jodiebentley.com/ 3 Months Free of Actor's Office: The Actor's Office: https://www.theactorsoffice.com/
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| Podcast Takeover - Season 2 Finale Takeover w/ Christine Horn | 06 Dec 2021 | 00:59:20 | |
This week's podcast is a little bit different for the grand finale of season two! I had the incredible Christine Horn, actress and coach, come on and interview ME. That's correct. Podcast takeover. She's asking the questions and made me cry on my own damn podcast. Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Follow me on the ‘gram! @thinkbiggercoaching and @dajuanjohnson Join the Think Bigger Tribe Facebook group – where a Tribe of like minded actors come to take their career to the next level. #Skiptheline #seeyouonset
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| Episode 216: Joe Girard- Bohemia Group- Manager | 15 Nov 2021 | 00:49:57 | |
This podcast was a long time dream of mine. If you are new to me and all things Think Bigger, I used to do an actor summit called the THINK BIGGER SUMMIT. You can still check out my latest one at thethinkbiggersummit.com. Where I would spend three days bringingin over 20 guest speakers from all areas of the industry to help actors SKIP THE LINE and take their career to the next level. Huge success. The Think Bigger podcast was a natural progression that I always wanted to do...I was already ready to launch the podcast in person and then the pandemic hit. And everything went virtual. I didn’t let it stop my launch of the podcast...I just took everything virtual and did the talks online… Until now. These next two episodes were done in person. In a studio. Safe measures were taken. Sanitizer was had and we jumped in. If you love to watch your podcast online, please take a look at our Think bigger Coaching youtube channel and give us a like. Joe Girard is todays podcast guest and it is not one to miss. Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Follow me on the ‘gram! @thinkbiggercoaching and @dajuanjohnson Join the Think Bigger Tribe Facebook group – where a Tribe of like minded actors come to take their career to the next level. #Skiptheline #seeyouonset
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| Episode 215: Mapuana Makia - Road to Series Regular | 11 Oct 2021 | 01:06:44 | |
Today’s guest is Mapuana Makia! Series regular from Disney’s new Doogie Kamealoha show and a friend of mine. And we are adding this one to our road to Series Regular series. The myth that when you book a series regular all of your time will be spent acting...everyday of the week. How she tested for this series regular roll...in sweat pants...from her living room. And we were get in there and debunk the myth that you have to follow the linear path of co-star...guest-star...recurring...and then Series Regular...hint -- she booked her first guest star AFTER being a series regular. This episode is one you don't want to miss! ------ Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors Follow me on the ‘gram! @thinkbiggercoaching and @dajuanjohnson Join the Think Bigger Tribe Facebook group – where a Tribe of like minded actors come to take their career to the next level. | |||
| Episode 214: Deji LaRay - Actor to Showrunner and all the beauty in between | 27 Sep 2021 | 01:09:14 | |
Today's podcast guest is the extraordinary Deji LaRay. He is a Actor, Writer, Producer, Showrunner! So many amazing hats Deji wears and I’m here for it. Deji and I met on the set of BOSCH...way back in season one. We had a very similar story...not knowing what BOSCH was going to turn into -- but loved the journey. Deji has since gone on to create his on series...JOHNSON...which he stars in, co-showruns, writes on -- all the things and it’s pretty amazing.
This conversation was so transcending on so many levels. Why he wrote his series. Why there’s Power in creating your own material. How he pitched JOHNSON in different spaces and got it in the right hands? Why completion is a BIG word for him...and what he really thinks should be done with your old self tapes… And the number one thing he thinks your project needs to be if you’re shooting it yourself. --------------------- Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Follow me on the ‘gram! @thinkbiggercoaching and @dajuanjohnson Join the Think Bigger Tribe Facebook group – where a Tribe of like minded actors come to take their career to the next level. #Skiptheline #seeyouonset
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| Episode 213: Emerson Brooks - My Acting Nemesis | 13 Sep 2021 | 00:55:35 | |
Today’s podcast guest is Emerson Brooks. Do you remember those actors you used to see in the audition waiting room? You know the actor that you secretly check their IMDb from time to time...the actor that it’s always coming down to...you or them. Well, you are going to love today’s talk with Emerson...my acting Nemesis. It’s more dramatic than it sounds, but Emerson and I would see each other in waiting rooms all the time. If he didn’t book it, I would book it. Or vice versa. This talk is so incredibly important because when you really start to understand that these other actors are NOT your competition -- that the industry just makes it appear that way...but, once you stop thinking that these people who are in your life as competition -- might just be in your life as your ally -- your world shifts. It’s a great talk. From Nemesis to Friend. As always, stick around after the podcast for the D-12 shot. Where I get to bring it all together. --------- Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Follow me on the ‘gram! @thinkbiggercoaching and @dajuanjohnson Join the Think Bigger Tribe Facebook group – where a Tribe of like minded actors come to take their career to the next level. #Skiptheline #seeyouonset
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| Episode 212: Heidi Dean - Social Media Expert for Actors | 30 Aug 2021 | 01:03:34 | |
Today’s podcast guest is one of my good friends and social media expert, Heidi Dean. Heidi Dean is known as the industry’s top social media expert for actors. She’s a social media writer for Backstage Magazine and a frequent speaker at film festivals, conferences, SAG-AFTRA, AEA, podcasts and universities across the country. So listen up because she knows what she's talking about and TRUST me ... this conversation will help you in ways you can't even imagine! (Don't forget to stick around for the D-12 shot at the end!) ---------- Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Follow me on the ‘gram! @thinkbiggercoaching and @dajuanjohnson Join the Think Bigger Tribe Facebook group – where a Tribe of like minded actors come to take their career to the next level. #Skiptheline #seeyouonset
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| Episode 211: Johnny Webster - The Manager that Dropped Me | 15 Aug 2021 | 01:19:33 | |
Today’s podcast guest is an Agent at Pakula King, Johnny Webster. This episode is packed and full of golden nuggets. We talk about the differences between agents and managers, what makes a self tape good and what to do when your manager drops you. YUP- Johnny dropped me! Listen up and tune into the tea because this is an episode you don't want to miss. As always, stick around after the podcast for the D-12 shot. Where I get to bring it all together. ------------- Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors | |||
| Episode 210: Jasmin Savoy Brown | 18 Jul 2021 | 00:59:18 | |
Today’s podcast guest is another one of my working actor friends: Jasmin Savoy Brown. She, stays, booking. From the new Scream, The Leftovers on HBO, Stitchers, Will -- she was on location shooting YellowJackets when we recorded this. I’m just in awe of her career. She also shares one experience that not many of us can say we’ve been through -- booking during pilots season as a recast. That’s one story you definitely want to make sure you hear. As always, stick around after the podcast for the D-12 shot. Where I get to bring it all together. Oh...and if you’re new to the podcast -- the D-12 shot is just my way of bringing my transformational coaching to the podcast. Sometimes we hear something amazing or see something inspiring, but we don’t stop to figure out how to take it to the next level, the next step -- application. My hope with the D-12 shot is to do just that. Reflect and give you space to move forward. -------- Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Follow me on the ‘gram! @thinkbiggercoaching and @dajuanjohnson Join the Think Bigger Tribe Facebook group – where a Tribe of like minded actors come to take their career to the next level. #Skiptheline #seeyouonset | |||
| Episode 209: Angel Parker | 11 Jul 2021 | 01:31:30 | |
Today’s podcast guest is my friend and working actor Angel Parker - and I mean WORKING ACTOR. Lab Rats, American Crime Story: People vs OJ, The Strain, LaBrea which was my favorite pilot last pilot season, to a new pilot this season called National Parks. This is a long one yall -- I couldn’t figure out where to cut it because Angel just kept dropping nugget after nugget. This episode should truly be titled an actor’s ROAD TO SERIES REGULAR. The nuggets that Angel drops on her journey to FINALLY getting the coveted Series Regular role are priceless. From starting a family and not having the confidence to ask to be bumped up to a regular on Lab Rats, to getting to a point in her career when things seemed like they weren’t panning out so she almost quit, to being up on an Emmy stage for American Crime Story: People vs OJ and still not being able to level up immediately to the agent she wanted and almost...almost booking Sterling K Brown’s wife in THIS IS US -- these stories yall. This is another actor's journey on mindset and truly being that it’s all about timing and that it’s all going to work out okay. Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Follow me on the ‘gram! @thinkbiggercoaching and @dajuanjohnson Join the Think Bigger Tribe Facebook group – where a Tribe of like minded actors come to take their career to the next level. #Skiptheline #seeyouonset
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| Episode 208: Angela Cohen, Mike Dolphy | 05 Jul 2021 | 01:08:51 | |
Today’s podcast is super freaking special - I’m doing a double header. My first guest is Angela Cohen who is an actor, producer, writer and I just think you should know so much more about here. Not just because she created her own project and went super freaking big and got her mentor to be a part of xxxx from the Handmaids Tale, but also because she got some pretty awesome advice from Al freaking Pacino that I think you should hear. I’ve also got the guys who created the Actor Blue Print - Mike Dolphy and Roman Maldonado. I virtually met these guys on clubhouse where they were hosting two rooms a day for Actors. And you know anyone uplifting actors like that I had to meet. As always, stick around after the podcast for the D-12 shot. ------ Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Follow me on the ‘gram! @thinkbiggercoaching and @dajuanjohnson Join the Think Bigger Tribe Facebook group – where a Tribe of like minded actors come to take their career to the next level. #Skiptheline #seeyouonset
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| Episode 505: Rose Rosen - The Casting Corner Continued | 13 May 2024 | 01:03:19 | |
Today’s guest we have Rose Rosen, Casting Director and Host of the podcast Casting Confidential! We break down so much in this freaking episode. We deep dive into the business of acting in this podcast. I always love hearing this broken down from a CD’s perspective: Slates, Self-Tapes. How to really build relationships with Casting Directors, and so much more. I say, grab a snack or throw me in your ear and go for a walk. It’s about to get gooooood.
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CONNECT WITH ROSE: Instagram: @roserosencsa Website: https://castingbyroserosen.com/ 30 Days free of Casting Confidential: https://buy.stripe.com/fZebM4fNEeop1H2aEF
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| Episode 207: Brian Patacca | 28 Jun 2021 | 01:02:47 | |
Brain Patacca is this weeks guest on the podcast. And we are talking about his beautiful desire to help actors get the agent of their dreams. Agents, Agents, Agents -- every actor has worked with one or will work with one. Getting one -- Brian’s way is pretty freaking great. From why actors need to stop reducing themselves to JUST THEIR CREDITS when reaching out to reps is so good. But, his candid talk on how actors can shift the “I don’t want to brag” when reaching out to agents to -- let me help you see how amazing you are...and how THIS is a run on the ladder towards connection --- oooooooh -- mindblowing. Mind. Blowing. As always, stick around after the podcast for the D-12 shot. Where I get to bring it all together.
Other highlights in this episode: How to ask questions about your career from a full tank Spiritual practitioner Freedom job -- investment job You don’t have to suffer to be creative. That’s a myth. The song that every actor needs to learn before the send an email to a casting director or agent. How Happiness begets Risk How he started to get into a bad mood when he would get audition --------------------- Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Follow me on the ‘gram! @thinkbiggercoaching and @dajuanjohnson Join the Think Bigger Tribe Facebook group – where a Tribe of like minded actors come to take their career to the next level. #Skiptheline #seeyouonset | |||
| Episode 206: Elle Johnson | 21 Jun 2021 | 01:05:29 | |
Today’s podcast guest is one of the executive producers from BOSCH, she was a co-showrunner on Netfli’s Self-Made, a bad ass writer and now just added Author to her resume. Elle Johnson. This is one of those talks that you want to go slow and really listen to because she dives into what producers, writer, showrunners are looking for in actors. We talk about my role on BOSCH and how it expanded...what made the producers sit around and think -- we want to see more of DaJuan. This was a packed talk that you don't want to miss out on! Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Follow me on the ‘gram! @thinkbiggercoaching and @dajuanjohnson Join the Think Bigger Tribe Facebook group – where a Tribe of like minded actors come to take their career to the next level. #Skiptheline #seeyouonset | |||
| Episode 205: Caroline Liem | 07 Jun 2021 | 00:57:31 | |
Today’s podcast guest is Casting Director Caroline Liem who is ALL ABOUT MINDSET and what a better place to talk about it than on the Think Bigger Actors Podcast. We talk about her work with a Shaman, How a casting director threw a shoe at the door and in those next couple of moments how she knew she wanted...rather needed to be a different kind of casting director. Of course we talk about Self-Tapes because I have a casting director here and I want to make sure you’re getting the up to date information on your tapes. And more. And we really stop and breakdown CLUBHOUSE...and why I think actors -- yes, my people -- are using it the absolute wrong way. Yup, shots were fired...gauntlets thrown on this episode. As always, stick around after the podcast for the D-12 shot. Where I get to bring it all together.
Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Follow me on the ‘gram! @thinkbiggercoaching and @dajuanjohnson Join the Think Bigger Tribe Facebook group – where a Tribe of like minded actors come to take their career to the next level. #Skiptheline #seeyouonset
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| Episode 204 - Raymond Lee | 24 May 2021 | 00:59:44 | |
Today’s podcast guest is Raymond Lee. Maaaaaan, this guy right here. This is an actors ACTOR talk. This guy works all the freaking time. All the time. The new Top Gun, Here and Now, Kevin can go F himself and so much more…. Get ready for this deep dive conversation. We talk about how he feels he did NOT skip a step getting to where he is now in his career, What happens when you eliminate the “shoulds.” What he does consistently that he didn’t before, What is it really like being at CAA? Does he feel lost there or not… How he’s been with about 8 agencies...he’s changed agents every year or every other year Why we share the same thought on almost getting made when we get a callback.
** I’m going to say this because I love you...if you miss his How do you prepare for a role? From the Audition to booking it and how it’s different when he books the role. That's on you. Oof! ** As always, stick around after the podcast for the D-12 shot. Where I get to bring it all together. Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Follow me on the 'gram! @thinkbiggercoaching.com and @dajuanjohnson Join the Think Bigger Tribe Facebook group -- where a Tribe of like minded actors come to take their career to the next level. #Skiptheline #seeyouonset | |||