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Don"t Think, Act!

Don’t Think, Act! is a podcast for actors by actors where they can have free exposure talking about their craft, inspirations and acting goals! Let"s get the business to know you better.Inspired by Inside The Actor"s Studio & Actors on Actors I’m keen to create a resource for performers of all levels, to learn from actors of all levels.The business changes all the time and I think it would be great to have peers talking about their feelings; methods; offer inspiration on coping in a competitive

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34: LCAN (London Creative Artist’s Network) - Don't...

Don"t Think, Act! ·

2025/11/17

It’s All About The Journey!For the first time, I interview 2 creatives, 1 of which is a returning interviewee, Lee Hutchings. He is joined by Aaron Wayne as they represent the London Creative Artists Network, a creative community that is growing in London.We look at the importance of networking; the decline of quality in film, as quantity and profit margins are being put first in cinema; A.I. and it’s future, and so much more!Links:Insta: https://www.instagram.com/lcan.hub/Lee Hutchchings:

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33: Lily Streames - Don't Think, Act! - 10.11.25

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2025/11/10

Oh My God, I'm God!Lily Streames is an actor, writer and producer from Essex, and this year, was one of the directors of the Essex International Film Festival.She started performing young, charging her family to watch her perform from a very early age, from their home! We talk about what it's like growing up with her Dad being an actor; acting on screen in a comedy and why Kristen Wiiig is a genius. We also ponder if social media has helped the acting industry?Links:Spotlight:

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1:32:46

32: Nathan Hubble - Don't Think, Act! - 03.11.25

Don"t Think, Act! ·

2025/11/03

I know That LaundretteNathan Hubble, is an actor, writer, and director.We talk about making your own opportunities, the differences between working on stage, and screen and his short film Smokescreen, which was screened at the Essex Internation Film Festival earlier this year, winning an award for the best LGBTQ+ film.Watch it here: SmokescreenLinks:Spotlight: https://app.spotlight.com/1412-0162-5718IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm11575323/Insta:

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31: Olivia Bennett - Don't Think, Act! - 27.10.25

Don"t Think, Act! ·

2025/10/27

31: Olivia Bennett - Don't Think, Act! - 27.10.25You, As If…Olivia Bennett is an actor, a writer, a drummer and super lovely human!We talk about being a twin, replicating Andrew Scott's talents, a new question about AI - and whether it can remove our suffering during creation?We also talk about Olivia's short film Metronome that's doing the festival circuit at the moment.Links:Spotlight: https://app.spotlight.com/4534-9084-1657IMDB: https://m.imdb.com/name/nm12613201/Insta:

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30: Harry Mcilroy - Don't Think, Act! - 20.10.2025

Don"t Think, Act! ·

2025/10/20

Collect The 'Nos'The loveliest of chats to kick off the 3rd series of DTA.It begins with pizza, as creativity should, and ends with loveliest of creative chats.An acting journey that starts much younger that you'd expect, and takes a detour and returns to a passion that Harry absolutely excels at.We also discuss the influence of Robin Williams, Dace Chappelle, comedic acting & the first ever Essex International Film Festival that happened earlier this year.LinksSpotlight:

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29: Love: Part II - Don't Think, Act! - 25.12.24

Don"t Think, Act! ·

2024/12/25

What Do You Love About Acting?Here’s a compilation of answers to my favourite question from the podcast. A great reminder of why we do what we do.Have a Merry Christmas & Happy and creative New Year xOrder of speakers:Mo O'ConnellRichard BlandTess GlinertAlice RyanStephanie ElgersmaFlorence HarveyGary TurnerLee HutchingsTom HartwellBrad WendesAbigail ParmenterSubscribe now to Don't Think, Act a podcast for actors by actors where they can have the freedom to talk about their craft, inspirations

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28: Abigail Parmenter - Don't Think, Act! - 07.10.24

Don"t Think, Act! ·

2024/10/07

Your Brand Of WeirdAbigail Parmenter is an uber talented actor/writer/director with experience of stage and screen. She’s a lovely human, and has a wonderful approach to the craft as well having ups and downs, including being cut from Netflix’s biggest export!LinksHow To Catch A Weasel Info https://www.abigailparmenter.co.uk/IMDBInsta: https://www.instagram.com/abigailparmenter/Insta: https://www.instagram.com/_ap_film_/Subscribe now to Don't Think, Act a podcast for actors by actors where they can

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2:02:49

27: Brad Wendes - Don't Think, Acrobat! - 30.09.24

Don"t Think, Act! ·

2024/09/30

At Least We Had MarsBrad Wendes is a: Parkour coach; fight/stunt choreographer for stage and screen; Britain’s Got Talent Semi Finalist; a fellow podcaster and so much more!LinksWebsites:https://bradwendes.com/https://parkour.uk/club/brad-wendes/https://www.teamkinetix.co.uk/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BradWendesPodInsta: https://www.instagram.com/bradwendes/Subscribe now to Don't Think, Act a podcast for actors by actors where they can have the freedom to talk about their craft, inspirations

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26: Tom Hartwell - Don't Think, Act! - 23.09.24

Don"t Think, Act! ·

2024/09/23

Feeling The RoomTom Hartwell is a London based Actor/Writer who is enjoying creating his own work, and helping others in develop their own. Some of the chat includes his Edinburgh Fringe experience & getting cast in big feature film. IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5291825/Spotlight: https://app.spotlight.com/3573-1270-1581Twitter: https://twitter.com/tomhartwell88Insta: https://www.instagram.com/tomhartwell/Hatch & Scratch: https://pathwaytheatre.co.uk/scratch-nights/hatch-scratchTheatre

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1:57:51

25: Lee Hutchings - Don't Think, Act! - 16.09.24

Don"t Think, Act! ·

2024/09/16

10,000 Hours of PracticeLee Hutchings is a now a Writer, but started off his creative journey via acting on stage and screen, as well as producing his own work.We talk about how there’s no such thing as failure; geek out over Marvel’s Cinematic Universe missing its first Captain America; the frustrating bureaucracy of being an actor; plus tips on starting out as an actor when you need showreel material.Insta: https://www.instagram.com/leehutchings84/Guardian Article on The Actor's Centre:

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24: Gary Turner - Don't Think, Act! - 09.09.24

Don"t Think, Act! ·

2024/09/09

Self-Tapes: The Tinder Of CastingGary Turner is an actor on stage and screen, known for playing Carlos Diaz in Emmerdale and more recently voicing a variety of characters in the Doctor Who Podcast Series.We get talking about how doing drama saved us from bullying; how idolised award winning actors leaves the rest of us behind, this leads to some hot takes on some iconic performers, and a hot take of my own about the industry. Links:Website: http://gary-turner.com/Spotlight:

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23: Florence Harvey - Don't Think, Act! - 02.09.24

Don"t Think, Act! ·

2024/09/02

Then I Got A Puppy, And Now I Drink CoffeeFlorence Harvey is an Actor/Writer/YouTube Vlogger and another inspiring creative you need to know. Watch out Pugh, there’s another Flo we need to go with!We get talking about all the things that can go wrong when you’re making a short film; the impact of Baby Reindeer & Phoebe Waller-Bridge changed the game with Fleabag – all this and much more.Links:Spotlight: https://app.spotlight.com/3432-5648-4362IMDB:

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22: Stephanie Elgersma - Don't Think, Act! - 26.08.24

Don"t Think, Act! ·

2024/08/26

I Hope That's Not What Your Mum Paid For!Stephanie Elgersma is talented actor and puppeteer/puppet maker.A native of Canada, Stephanie has travelled around Europe to further her skills as a performer.We talk about how the performing arts helps with shyness and vulnerability; a great chat about puppets obvs; what it’s like to work alongside people for a short space of time and how Warhorse completely ruined us.Stephanie’s Website: http://www.stephelgersma.com/Insta:

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21: Alice Ryan - Don't Think, Act! - 19.08.24

Don"t Think, Act! ·

2024/08/19

That’s Not Cool Guys, Don’t Do That!Alice Ryan is Essex based Actor, Writer & Producer for stage and screen.We discuss the differences working in front of a camera & an audience; just how good is Billie Piper and the Essex Film Collective, plus so much more.Spotlight: https://app.spotlight.com/0171-1200-8564Film Company: http://www.arkpictures.co.uk/N-Act Theatre Company: http://www.nacttheatre.co.uk/Short Film: Descent https://youtube.com/@we.are.arkpictures?si=4Lk3sguizViqd1oWInsta:

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20: Tess Glinert - Don't Think, Act! - 12.08.24

Don"t Think, Act! ·

2024/08/12

U.S. or the U.K. Office?Tess Glinert is a Triple Threat Musical Theatre Performer.Tess moved from France to London during 2020 to gain more training, but was interrupted by a global pandemic.We talk about the differences between the English & French culture, and how the arts are valued in each country. We also ponder, is Taylor Swift the new Shakespeare? Here are Tess’s links, please check out her self-written/performed Cabaret:That's not how you say "croissant" Cabaret:

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1:32:02

19: Richard Bland - Don't Think, Act! - 05.07.24

Don"t Think, Act! ·

2024/08/05

I didn't get it, what a pile of shit!Richard is an actor turned director and one of the greatest practitioners I’ve had the honour of working alongside.He runs a weekly acting class in Colchester, Manningtree & Ipswich, as well as directing various plays in the Essex, most recently he staged Educating Rita at The Headgate Theatre.Website: https://www.richardblanddirector.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rwcbland/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stagecraftat/If you're a fan of the

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1:51:41

18: Mo O’Connell - Don't Think, Act! - 29.07.24

Don"t Think, Act! ·

2024/07/29

Stop Thinking About Your Face!Mo is an award winning actor, writer, director and founder of the Dublin International Comedy Film Festival.https://maureenoconnell.weebly.com/Insta:@dubcomedyfilmfestTwitter:@dublin_ComedyFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/DublinInternationalComedyFilmFestTo submit a funny film or script: https://filmfreeway.com/DublinInternationalComedyFilmFestivalDICFFWatch short film, Proclaim: https://www.proclaimfilm.com/Film Company: https://www.3hotwhiskeysfilms.com/If you're a

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17: Love - Don't Think, Act! - 25.12.23

Don"t Think, Act! ·

2023/12/25

What Do You Love About Acting?Here’s a compilation of answers to my favourite question from the podcast. A great reminder of why we do what we do.Have a Merry Christmas & Happy and creative New Year xOrder of speakers:Katherine MoranBrian J. TwiddyDavid HerzogMichelle CraneStephanie OsztreicherMatt Ray BrownNaomi Cooper-DavisHolly RenautKate AustenKira MorsleyGary LawrenceMichelle PayneAmy Garner BuchananPaul RichardsConor NeavesPlease give the podcast a 5 star rating and tell someone else about

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16: Conor Neaves - Don't Think, Act! - 17.12.23

Don"t Think, Act! ·

2023/12/17

Are you telling the right story?Conor is a working-class Actor, Motion Capture Artist, Theatre Practitioner and a fully qualified Daoist Flow Yoga Teacher.He is an Associate Artist of the National Youth Theatre of Great Britain and regularly facilitates for The Old Vic on their School's Club programme, delivering bespoke workshops to schools from areas with poor arts provisions.Conor and I talk about sooooo much, but some of the industry observations highlighted are actors neutralising their

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1:56:26

15: Paul Richards - Don't Think, Act! - 10.12.23

Don"t Think, Act! ·

2023/12/10

3 Star RichardsPaul Richards is a drummer/drum teacher, comedy writer/performer (for theatre), playwright and novelist based in Cambridge. 42, lanky, can’t grow a beard. Likes to talk about himself in the third person.As a writer/performer he has taken countless (well, 34) shows to the Edinburgh Fringe, tours the UK frequently going through quite a lot of cars and has had some quite nice reviews in the process. He talks very fast, usually about his love of Ginsters slices and often tries to justify

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