How We Role: A Podcast for Actors by Casting Networks
How We Role: A Podcast for Actors by Casting Networks, breaks down an actor's journey, one topic at a time. Join award-winning actor, writer and host Robert Peterpaul alongside industry talent and experts as they discuss how to build a successful career as a performer and beyond in the entertainment industry. From inspirational casting stories to practical advice on the craft of acting, tune in to expand your skill set and book that role.
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Episodes
28 episodes
How to Be #1 on the Call Sheet with NBC Stumble's Jenn Lyon
How do you become a lead on a major network series? NBC Stumble star Jenn Lyon* joins host Robert Peterpaul to unpack what being number one on the call sheet and leading a cast with joy really means.This episode focuses on how actors can...
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Season 2
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Episode 27
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1:07:10
Oscar-Nominee Malgosia Turzanska (Hamnet): What Actors Can Learn from Costume Design
How can actors collaborate with costume designers to fully bring a character to life and ground them in humanity onscreen? Hamnet’s Oscar-nominated Costume Designer Malgosia Turzanska* answers this question and many more, alon...
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Season 2
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Episode 26
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57:30
Tony Goldwyn (One Battle After Another) on ‘Embracing Discomfort’ - Plus, Big News!
How We Role: A Podcast for Actors by Casting Networks is thrilled to announce that we're returning with brand new episodes, to inspire and empower creatives everywhere. In the meantime, please enjoy this re-release featuring acting advice from&...
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Season 2
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Episode 25
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1:03:02
5 Social Media Hacks to Grow Your Acting Career with Marketing Expert Heidi Dean
Social Media Strategist for actors Heidi Dean unpacks five principles that turn social media into an acting career growth engine. Alongside actor and host Robert Peterpaul, Heidi reveals how creatives can have fun engaging online and make an im...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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1:06:58
How to Act Truthfully in Horror & Fantasy Genres with Casting Director Suzanne Smith
Want to know the key to grounding an acting performance in a heightened world? Emmy and Artios Award–winning Casting Director Suzanne Smith* (Resident Evil, Band of Brothers, and the Outlander universe) joins host Robert Peterpaul to explore th...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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59:58
How to Choose the Best City for Your Acting Career with Talent Manager Natasha Matallana Marken
Where is the best place to live as an actor? Join talent manager Natasha Matallana Marken (Rebel Creative)* as she sits down with host Robert Peterpaul to unpack how actors can choose the right home base for them in a self-tape world. From know...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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1:01:11
How to Create an Acting Reel that Hooks Casting with Reelarc's Guy Chachkes
How do I make an acting demo reel? Join producer and Reelarc co-founder Guy Chachkes* as he answers this important industry question alongside actor and host Robert Peterpaul. They breakdown 3 golden rules for making an impact with your TV/Film...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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1:00:15
Actor Networking that Feels Authentic & Builds Community with CD Erica Jensen
Explore the ins and outs of actor networking with award-winning Casting Director Erica Jensen (Dickinson). The Calleri Jensen Davis-partner chats with host Robert Peterpaul about tangibles ways how actors can create meaningful industry connecti...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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1:07:35
How to Break the Mold & Get Cast with Emmy-Winner Shaheen Baig (Adolescence)
Emmy-Nominated Casting Director Shaheen Baig sits down with host Robert Peterpaul to share her process for discovering raw talent and creating safe environments to thrive. Her acclaimed work on Netflix's Adolescence demonstrates how ki...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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1:07:36
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How to Handle Rejection & Stay Motivated with Casting Director Stephanie Klapper
Rejection is part of an actor's journey, but renowned casting director Stephanie Klapper suggests we reframe how we think about it – not as a door slamming in our face, but as one color in the larger palette of our artistic experience. Join hos...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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58:25
Embracing Cold Reads & Releasing Self Tape Perfection with Lena Hall (Your Friends & Neighbors)
Tony Award-winning actress Lena Hall shares profound insights about the acting process, from combating self tape burnout to finding chemistry with lauded costars like Jon Hamm on Apple TV's YOUR FRIENDS & NEIGHBORS.Alongside...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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51:54
Casting Authentic & Kind Actors with CD Seth Yanklewitz (New Girl, Deli Boys)
Emmy-nominated Casting Director Seth Yanklewitz (New Girl, The Hangover) shares insights from his journey in Hollyw...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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51:33
5 Business Principles Every Actor Should Know with Casting Director Rose Rosen
This episode of "How We Role" features a candid conversation with Rose Rosen, a casting powerhouse with over 20 years of experience. Based in Tampa, Rose has cast hundreds of productions, including the iconic film Edward Scissorhands. ...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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1:11:43
Emmy-Winning Casting Director Julie Schubert: "Keep It Simple"
Emmy-winning casting director Julie Schubert (Netflix's The Diplomat) shares insights from her prolific career, offering actors a glimpse into what really happens behind the casting table. Alongside host Robert Peterpaul, the CD remind...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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46:56
Voice Over Acting Advice from Casting Director Danielle Pretsfelder Demchick, CSA
Mic check! As a former Casting Director at Nickelodeon and the founder of DPD Casting, Danielle shares her expertise on everything from the importance of training and finding an agent, to debunking common voiceover misconceptions (hint: it's al...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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1:12:29
How to Get a TV/Film Agent (& Keep Them) with Talent Agent Michele Cavallero
Take 3 Talent Agency's Michele Cavallero shares her expertise on how actors can secure film and television representation. She joins How We Role with host Robert Peterpaul to discuss all the intricacies of...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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56:25
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Actor Anxiety? Mindset Hacks That Actually Work with Casting Director Lisa London
Veteran Casting Director Lisa London shares insights on the most powerful tool in an actor's toolkit - their mindset. She joins How We Role host Robert Peterpaul to uncover how an actor can be more mindful and present in the room. T...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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1:09:21
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Optimize Your Casting Profile and Get Booked with Casting Director Virginia Anello & Casting Network's Jason Teresi
A casting profile is like a 24/7 audition—even when you’re not in the room.In this insightful conversation, Casting Director Virginia Anello and Casting Networks’ Jason Teresi join host Robert Peterpaul to break down what makes a stando...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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1:05:39
How to Craft Authentic Performances FAST with Famed Acting Coach Warner Loughlin
How do I craft an authentic performance under time constraints? Celebrated acting coach Warner Loughlin joins How We Role to share her revolutionary techniques for preparing roles under tight time constraints, including:Quick script...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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1:01:51
Tony Goldwyn (One Battle After Another): Why Actors Should Embrace Discomfort & More
Tony Goldwyn (One Battle After Another, Hacks, Ghost, Scandal, and Oppenheimer) joins How We Role to share his journey from struggling with anxiety to finding authentic presence in his work. The actor, produc...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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1:01:48
Ultimate Self-Tape Audition Guide for Actors with Casting Director Erica A. Hart
Casting Director Erica A. Hart joins How We Role to discuss self-tape auditions and the self-worth behind a successful one. From making strong choices to using props effectively, the kind-hearted and award-winning casting professional gives hos...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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1:06:35
Teresa Palmer: From Background Artist to #1 on the Call Sheet
Acclaimed actor Teresa Palmer (The Fall Guy, A Discovery of Witches) joins How We Role to share tangible tips for actors. From starting as a background artist to landing the number one spot on the call sheet, Teresa’s...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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30:56
Crafting Standout Acting Resumes & Materials with Actor Reboot's Phil Sloves
How We Role with... crafting a standout resume and acting materials! Actor Reboot's Phil Sloves (Law & Order: SVU) shares tangible tips on tailoring your resume for success across the diverse landscapes of theater, TV, film, commercials, an...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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42:43
How to Capture Your Best Actor Headshots with Sub/Urban Photography
Strike a pose! How We Role breaks down actor headshots with Amanda Pinto and Jake Nathanson of Sub/Urban Photography. From wardrobe choices to poses that convey character and confidence to picking your best photos, this episode brims w...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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1:13:05
Casting Director Bernie Telsey, Jinkx Monsoon & More Share Advice: Artios Awards '25 [Live]
Step onto the 2025 Artios Awards red carpet with How We Role host Robert Peterpaul as he interviews VIP guests live from the Edison Ballroom. In this episode you will hear from: Casting Director Bernie Telsey, Casting Director Erica A....
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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41:36