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Casting Actors Cast

Jeffrey Dreisbach & Broadway Podcast Network

Welcome to ”CASTING ACTORS CAST ” the podcast with an inside look at acting as a profession from master teacher and casting director, Jeffrey Dreisbach, a casting partner for McCorkle Casting Ltd in New York City. This podcast is for talent wanting to know more about casting, acting and the business of show!

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14:24

400 Episodes-A Celebration of you!

Casting Actors Cast ·

2026/01/15

Some people can’t even commit to a gymmembership for four weeks — and you and I have been meeting here since 2020. Through lockdowns, through self-tape explosions, through new technology disrupting our industry faster than we can say “AI voice clone,” we have been learning together, laughing together, and building the kind of creative courage that keeps actors moving forward. So today isn’t about a new technique or a tough-love lecture. Today is a celebration. Today is a reflection. Today is a

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17:00

The Self-tape Trap-Are Your Choices Helping or...

Casting Actors Cast ·

2026/01/08

Self-tapes are where careers happen today. They’re the front door of the business. And like any front door — there’s a welcome mat… and there are also banana peels hidden right under the surface waiting to trip you up.Today, we are shining a big bright spotlight on The Self-Tape Trap. Those choices actors make with good intentions — really good intentions — that accidentally sabotage the performance. These traps are sneaky. They can feel like “extra effort” or “smart choices” or “making it real” —

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16:36

Stop Overthinking the Moment-Start Owning it

Casting Actors Cast ·

2026/01/01

We’re talking about overthinking.That mental spiral where suddenly your brain is narrating your audition like it’s doing play-by-play commentary during the Super Bowl. “Here comes the second line — careful, careful — don’t mess this up — oof, eyebrow twitch — bad eyebrow! Reset! Reset!” Overthinking is the enemy of presence. The enemy of impulse. The enemy of surprise. It’s like having a backseat driver take over your brain while you’re trying to actually drive the car. So let me ask you a

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15:23

How to be the Actor Everyone Wants to Work With

Casting Actors Cast ·

2025/12/25

Hey my amazing,wonderful actor friends! Welcome back to Casting Actors Cast — where you and I get to hang out, learn a little, laugh a little, and uncover the real tools that help you prepare smarter, act better, and book more. I’m your host, Jeff Dreisbach — casting director, teacher, actor, and your industry friend who is in your corner, rooting for you every step of the way. Today’s episode is one I wish I could just loop on a monitor in every waiting room at every audition everywhere. You

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17:54

The Confidence Gap: What Casting Directors Wish You Knew

Casting Actors Cast ·

2025/12/18

Have you ever walked into an audition and thought, “Okay… I’m confident. I’m confident. I’m confident,” while your body is screaming, “We’re absolutely not confident!”Meanwhile, casting directors are looking at you like, “Are they… are they okay?” Confidence is one of those weird acting ingredients you can’t fake, can’t force, but absolutely need— even though most actors have no idea what real confidence looks like. Well, today we’re pulling back the curtain. Because what you think confidence

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17:36

Your Acting Career Called...It Wants You to Relax

Casting Actors Cast ·

2025/12/11

You ever noticethat actors can make anything stressful? Audition? Stressful. Callback? Stressful. Self-tape? Stressful. Meeting someone who might know someone in the industry? Oh, that’s a full-blown cardio event. Actors are the only people who can turn reading two pages of dialogue in their own living room into a scene from “Mission Impossible.” Meanwhile, your acting career just left you a voicemail: “Hi… yeah, it’s me… could you just… relax?” Let’s talk about it. Learn more about

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18:38

The Myth of the Perfect Take-(and Other Fairy Tales)

Casting Actors Cast ·

2025/12/04

Today’s episodeis part pep-talk, part reality check, and part comedic intervention. Actors obsess over getting it right — especially on self-tapes. You know this. You’ve lived this. But here’s the kicker: Casting directors aren’t looking for perfect. We’re looking for alive. So today, we’re going to shatter the myth of the perfect take, unpack how perfectionism sabotages your work, and give you a step-by-step guide to capturing the kind of take that makes us go, “Oh! I didn’t expect that. Yes

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14:16

What Your Self-Tape Says About You

Casting Actors Cast ·

2025/11/27

First Impressions in a Digital WorldWhen your self-tape hits my inbox, it’s your first — and sometimes only — chance to make an impression. Before I even hit play, I’ve already learned something about you from your file name, your slate, your frame, your lighting. That’s right — your tape speaks volumes before you do. Find out how in this episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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11:26

Stop Trying to be Good-Be Specific

Casting Actors Cast ·

2025/11/20

Welcome to Casting Actors Cast, where we turn good intentions into great auditions. I’m Jeffrey Dreisbach — casting director, teacher, and today, your guide through one of my favorite acting truths: stop trying to be good. Be specific.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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17:48

What Do Casting Directors Really Remember About You?

Casting Actors Cast ·

2025/11/13

What Do Casting Directors REALLYRemember about You “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

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17:23

Acting Goals That Aren't Cringe

Casting Actors Cast ·

2025/11/06

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 hustle, without the toxic

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15:55

Secret Audition Skill- Listening Without Reacting

Casting Actors Cast ·

2025/10/30

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 who look authentic from

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17:22

Should You Take That Role?

Casting Actors Cast ·

2025/10/23

You finally getthe 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? Because sometimes the smartest career move you can make… is learning when to say

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21:52

The Actors Almost-Getting Close but Not Cast

Casting Actors Cast ·

2025/10/16

Every actor knows the sting of being “soclose” to booking a role. You nailed the audition, maybe even got a callback, but in the end, the role went to someone else. Over time, those near-misses can feel like rejection after rejection, and the self-defeating thoughts start creeping in: “I’ll never make it… I must be doing something wrong.” But here’s the truth: being almost there is not failure—it’s progress. It’s evidence that you’re in the mix, that casting directors see your talent, and that you

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21:41

What Famous Actors Aren't Telling You

Casting Actors Cast ·

2025/10/02

Ever wonder what it’s really like when your acting career starts to take off? We tend to imagine red carpets, magazine covers, and endless applause—but there’s so much happening behind the curtainthat nobody talks about. Today on Casting Actors Cast, I’m pulling back the velvet rope to reveal the hidden machinery that keeps your favorite actors’ careers running. From publicists and personal assistants to managers and social media specialists, these behind-the-scenes players can make or break an

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14:44

The Art of Listening

Casting Actors Cast ·

2025/09/25

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14:31

When The Script is Bad

Casting Actors Cast ·

2025/09/18

“Not every audition comes with sparkling dialogue. But castingisn’t just about the script—it’s about you. So how do you shine, even when the writing is clunky? Let’s break it down.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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15:57

Emotional Access on Demand

Casting Actors Cast ·

2025/09/11

“Directors want it, casting directors expect it—you need to accessemotion instantly. But how do you do it without faking, forcing, or frying yourself emotionally? Let’s break it down.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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17:19

The Silent Scene-Acting Without Words

Casting Actors Cast ·

2025/09/04

“Sometimes the most powerful acting happens when you’re not speaking at all. Silent moments can make or break your performance, and today we’re going to explore how to master them.”castingactorscast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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16:43

The Hallmarks of Rom-Com Acting

Casting Actors Cast ·

2025/08/28

Welcome back to Casting Actors Cast, the podcast for actors whowant to sharpen their audition skills, book more roles, and understand the industry from the inside out. Today we’re diving into a genre that’s deceptively challenging, yet absolutely essential for so many working actors: Romantic Comedies and Hallmark-style films. These projects have their own flavor—light, charming, heartfelt, and often sprinkled with humor and predictability. But here’s the catch: what works in a dramatic audition

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