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That One Audition with Alyshia Ochse

Film/Television Actress, Producer, Best-Selling Author and Entrepreneur Alyshia Ochse hosts an honest, humorous and inspirational podcast with your favorite on-screen storytellers and Hollywood influencers who reveal their most life changing audition tales as well as the survival skills they"ve collected along the way.

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14:21

WEDNESDAY WISDOM: Active Listening

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2026/04/08

Six words from Dylan Walsh stopped us cold this week — "Where I learned to listen is off camera." So what does that mean when it's just you, a few lights, and a reader on the phone? We break down why we spend four times as much time on the other person's lines, why slowing down in the world of Taylor Sheridan is your biggest power move, and how the muscle you build this week is the exact one you'll need for week four of Self Tape May. Go listen to Dylan's full episode first — then come right back

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54:07

COLIN LAWRENCE: The Cinderella Shoe — Finding the...

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2026/04/07

Get ready for an inspiring deep dive into the 30-year journey of Colin Lawrence, the man behind the beloved character "Preacher" on Netflix's global hit Virgin River. We explore the incredible hustle that took Colin from working in a Vancouver office supply store to carrying a "duffle bag of dreams" down to Los Angeles. Colin shares his first jobs in background work and day-player roles, where he built a reputation for dependability on iconic sets like The X-Files and Battlestar Galactica. You won't

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12:31

WEDNESDAY WISDOM: Frame the Story, Own the Scene

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2026/04/01

In this episode, we're diving into the art of compression — how to walk into any audition, hit record on any self tape, and tell a complete, committed story in the small window you're given. We're also pulling back the curtain on week one of Self Tape May: Action & Horror. Using a real horror audition scene — drunk on a balcony, running through a theater, gassed, tied up, and waking up face to face with a killer — we break down exactly how knowing your frame can do the majority of the storytelling

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59:24

KAHYUN KIM: Auditioning Her Way Landed St. Denis Medical

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2026/03/31

Get ready for an incredible journey from Korea to Hollywood with actress Kahyun Kim, whose path to success is defined by grit and vision. From navigating Juilliard to overcoming visa hurdles and building a career in her second language, her story is one of resilience and determination. She shares the hilarious "happy accidents" that shaped her journey—including a desk-humping audition that landed her a dream role and the moment her father crashed a high-stakes Zoom callback. After watching FRIENDS

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01:11:16

RICHIE MORIARTY: The Improv Hustle Behind His GHOSTS...

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2026/03/24

Today we're joined by the multi-talented Richie Moriarty, whose comedic journey began with impressions and the stages of UCB and continues today on the hit series Ghosts. From trolling Craigslist for photography gigs to support his early acting days to landing a surreal meeting in Lorne Michaels' office after his digital sketches went viral, Richie's story is one of relentless creativity and hustle. You will not want to miss his incredible account of how a four-time Emmy-winning sports teaser

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01:27:14

DYLAN WALSH: Preparing the Cottage on Heated Rivalry

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2026/03/17

Today we dive into the incredible 40-year journey of Dylan Walsh, a true veteran who embodies persistence in Hollywood. Dylan has worked with some of the industry's biggest legends and has the stories to prove it. He shares how a chance encounter with a then-unknown Julia Roberts helped launch his career. You'll hear jaw-dropping behind-the-scenes stories from film history, including his experience at the legendary table read for A Few Good Men with Jack Nicholson and Tom Cruise. He also shares the

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01:00:45

CHRISTINA CHANG: 'Mom of the Century' in Heated Rivalry

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2026/03/10

In today's episode, we dive deep into Christina Chang's artistic evolution—from the "mental gymnastics" of navigating a year-and-a-half between projects to the bold decision to turn down a lucrative travel hosting contract to stay true to her acting roots. You'll hear the riveting behind-the-scenes story of how she won over Dick Wolf during a high-stakes "test" after a disastrous first take, and how she navigated playing the "mom of the century" in the global sensation Heated Rivalry. Whether you

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19:11

WEDNESDAY WISDOM: Don't Cut On Yourself

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2026/03/04

Your best take might be the one you think you ruined. In this episode, a coaching session with a brilliant actress reveals one of the most common and costly habits actors carry into the room, the self-tape, and onto Zoom — cutting on themselves the moment something real and unexpected starts to happen. We break down why discovery feels like failure, why "nailing it" is often a trap, and why your feelings after a take simply cannot be trusted. Plus: the practical tools that pull you off autopilot and

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51:08

DAVID LYONS: Why it's Never Too Late

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2026/03/03

Get ready for a deep dive into the "yeasty moments" of acting life with David Lyons, as he reveals how he transitioned from studying criminology in Australia to landing a career-defining role on the juggernaut series ER. From the intense pressure of leading The Cape to his "blank slate" philosophy for capturing the "dark matter" of a performance, Dave offers a raw, behind-the-scenes look at the persistence needed to survive as an artist. Alongside stories of meeting his wife, Carly Pope, on a pilot

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08:38

WEDNESDAY WISDOM: To Zoom or Not to Zoom

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2026/02/25

In this episode, we talk about the benefits of the Zoom audition. When to Zoom and when not to Zoom, that is the new conversation. Subscribe now for insightful discussions, empowering interviews, and practical advice to enhance your career longevity and satisfaction. 🔗 Connect with That One Audition: PRACTICE TRACK PUBLIC POP UP: $25 Feb 27th @10am PT THE BRIDGE FOR ACTORS: Become a WORKING ACTOR - 50% OFF THE PRACTICE TRACK: Membership to Practice Weekly CONSULTING: Get 1-on-1 advice for your

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51:11

SARAH YARKIN: Don't Wait for the Job to Live Your Life

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2026/02/24

Today, we are sitting down with Sarah Yarkin, the breakout star of School Spirits and the lead of the Texas Chainsaw Massacre reboot. Sarah shares her journey from growing up in the Bay Area to navigating UCLA's acting program, where she felt she had to "fight the program" just to begin her professional career. In this episode, we explore the "staircase analogy" of acting, the grueling physical demands of filming horror in Bulgaria, and the liberating moment she realized that "fucking up" an

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01:11:15

FRANCES TURNER: Choosing Three-Dimensional Characters

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2026/02/16

In today's episode, we dive into the remarkable career pivot of Frances Turner, who left the heights of corporate law to build a powerful career on screen. Frances shares what it was like to live a double life for years, secretly pursuing acting while managing high-stakes legal deals, and the acting class that ultimately changed everything for her. From the very beginning, Frances was anchored in a deep desire to portray nuanced, three-dimensional characters that move beyond common tropes. She opens

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13:45

WEDNESDAY WISDOM: Nervous System Betrayal

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2026/02/11

In this episode, stop calling it rejection—it's selection. In this week's Wednesday Wisdom, we're breaking down how to actually take care of your nervous system in an industry that constantly tests it. Learn why you need to train like an athlete, how breathwork and body rituals can transform your audition experience, and the game-changing mindset shift that turns "getting the job" into simply "doing the job." Plus, discover the power of the PSA (Positive Self Assessment) and why your intention

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58:10

LAMONICA GARRETT: Approaching Acting as an All-Star

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2026/02/10

Get ready for an electrifying conversation with LaMonica Garrett, whose unconventional road to stardom took him from the trampoline-fueled chaos of SlamBall to a breakout role on One Tree Hill. In this episode, LaMonica unpacks the "athletic mentality" that fuels his craft, tracing his evolution from a self-described "green" actor relying on raw charisma to discovering the quiet power of stillness under the guidance of veteran coaches and legends like Billy Bob Thornton. He recounts the "worst

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56:14

TIANA OKOYE: Lessons from Broadway to 'Twisted Metal'

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2026/02/03

Get ready for an electrifying conversation with actress Tiana Okoye, whose performance journey spans from the UCLA musical theater program to Broadway, to the high-octane world of Peacock's Twisted Metal. In this episode, we explore Tiana's incredible resilience, including the "humbling" moment her first major tour contract for Sister Act was terminated due to vocal nodules and how she pivoted to find success at Tokyo Disney and on Broadway in The Cher Show. You'll hear the "nitty gritty" of her

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53:58

SAAGAR SHAIKH: Don't Break, Roll With the Punches

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2026/01/27

Our guest today, Saagar Shaikh, went from losing his corporate job to starring in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, breaking out as Aamir Khan in Ms. Marvel and reprising the role in The Marvels. Saagar shares the incredible story of his three-year pursuit of the legendary ABC Showcase—a grueling, all-consuming "boot camp" that ultimately landed him top-tier representation. You'll hear the wild, behind-the-scenes rollercoaster of how he landed the lead role in Hulu's Deli Boys: including enduring a

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01:01:15

GUY BURNET: Permission to Be Raw

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2026/01/21

We're kicking off Season 7 of That One Audition with Guy Burnet, an actor industry friends have nicknamed a "masterful auditioner." From his early days on the UK soap Hollyoaks to the heights of Hollywood, Guy lets us in on the journey and work ethic behind the scenes. He describes his self-tape "torture chamber," a room devoted to the grueling, multi-day pursuit of audition perfection, where he's built a career defined by precision, discipline, and soul. His credits span Ray Donovan, Hand of God,

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17:52

WEDNESDAY WISDOM: Rehearsal vs. Camera: Train Like a...

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2026/01/14

In this episode, If you need 20 takes to "warm up," you're still rehearsing. In this solo episode, Alyshia explains why rehearsal and camera time require two very different mindsets—and how confusing them is costing actors confidence, time, and bookings. Learn why story choices beat character choices in auditions, how to train for 24-hour turnarounds, and what it really means to practice how you play in today's self-tape world. 💪 Subscribe now for insightful discussions, empowering interviews, and

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56:57

MUSTAFA SHAKIR: Put Your Right Brain in Front of the...

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2025/12/23

In today's episode, we dive into the extraordinary career of Mustafa Shakir, the self-described "accidental actor" who originally pursued international banking and law at Cornell before discovering acting after reading a poem in a workshop. He breaks down the nitty-gritty of auditioning, including the high-stakes journey to landing the Marvel villain "Bushmaster" on Luke Cage. We also talk about why he loves the "little movie" process of self-taping, and how trusting intuition and learning to let go

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14:16

WEDNESDAY WISDOM: Sustainability As an Actor

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2025/12/17

A casting director's Instagram post stopped me mid-scroll: "We don't pick the most talented—we pick the ones who survived without losing their soul." In this episode, we're talking about why artists don't burn out from rejection but from performing versions of themselves that never existed, and how building a sustainable practice is the only way to stay authentic in an industry that demands everything. Plus, details on how to join the Practice Track community when we open enrollment at the end of

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