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B-Roll

33 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 12 ratings

The guys at B-Roll interview hot up-and-comers and established pros in the entertainment industry. Based in NYC and hosted by Repro staff Tommy Walters, Mike Cerisano and Mauricio Marcés, the pod comments on what’s happening in entertainment today from right in the thick of it.

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Episodes

Kevin Burns (Blacklist) & Ralph Nicastro (Mr. Robot) - "The Furious Force"

July 04, 2020 18:09 - 50 minutes - 40.6 MB

The Guys talk set etiquette, overcoming nerves, and swap stories with two veteran New York Local 52 Crew members, Kevin Burns (Blacklist, Wolf of Wall Street) & Ralph Nicastro (Mr. Robot, Maniac). As we don't know if or when there will be another episode of B-Roll, thank you all for listening over the past few years! If you would like to get in contact with anyone from the show for any reason, we welcome you to using the contact information below! Tommy: [email protected]  insta...

Jonathan Raviv of The Bands Visit - "Kayne's Hindenburg"

January 24, 2019 23:42 - 59 minutes - 47.3 MB

The guys talk to Jonathan Raviv, currently playing Sammy in The Band's Visit on Broadway. We talk about the show and its fantastic showing at the Tony's, The Boy Who Danced on Air and its cast album, representation on Broadway, how special skills can set you apart, and Shakespeare!   RELATED LINKS: The Band's Visit Best Episode of Kitchen Nightmares Haunting of Hill House Trailer Big Mouth Season 2 Trailer The Amazing Story Machine   Tommy Social Twitter: @tommypwalters I...

Cables Coiled: 2018 Lessons in Film Production

January 04, 2019 23:25 - 1 hour - 48.3 MB

Tommy Mike and Mauricio recap their year in film production. This year, in some capacity we've worn almost every hat on set, from acting to directing to producing. This pod is full of lessons we learned the hard way! Topics we cover: Working with collaborators, promoting your kickstarter, the importance of preparation and f*cking Birdbox.   Related Links 7 Days Out Trailer Attack on Titan Trailer Avatar: The Last Airbender Trailer First Man Trailer Birdbox Trailer - No. Just....

Ari Afsar of Hamilton - "Heel World"

October 12, 2018 23:33 - 54 minutes - 43.4 MB

The guys talk to actor/singer/songwriter Arianna Afsar @ariannaafsar (original Eliza in @Hamiltonmusical in Chicago #hamiltonchi, currently working on an original musical about the life of Jeannette Rankin.) We go in depth about writing and creating your own work, and musical theatre as a tool for activism. Search “b-roll” or “actors connection” in the podcast app of your choice! The guys at @reproductionsco and @actorsconn, @tommypwalters @mjcerisano and @senormarces, are bringing you awe...

Dee Roscioli of Cher & her Manager Kyle Luker- "Cher & Leopard Print Rugs"

September 11, 2018 23:42 - 51 minutes - 41.4 MB

The guys talk to Dee Roscioli (Cher, Wicked, and CATS) and her manager Kyle Luker (Industry Entertainment) in this special two-guest episode. Listen and you'll know to answers to questions like: What's it like performing Elphaba over 1,000 times? What's the best way to talk to your manager? And most importantly, Do leopard print rugs really lure in all the ladies? Pokemon Live  Sharp Objects True Detective  Riverdale Vampire Diaries  West World TAG Mission: Impossible: Fallout Bl...

Filming Your Own Content for Dummies

August 17, 2018 21:15 - 55 minutes - 44.6 MB

The guys talk to... each other?! In this special episode we talk with each other about what it takes to create your own content, especially if it’s your first time! We’ll answer questions such as: Can you actually use your iPhone to film? Do you NEED to know what shutter speed is? And… How important is crafty?   Screenwriting Software Celtx Online  Celtx Desktop app WriterDuet Amazon Storywriter Fade In Cameras: Filmic pro Movies Shot on Filmic Pro Tamgerine Unsane ------...

Camrus Johnson of Batwoman - "Confidence is Inside Yourself"

July 23, 2018 19:38 - 1 hour - 52.8 MB

The guys talk to Camrus Johnson about finding your confidence, showing appreciation, the dream show he'd produce: Hamilton meets Game of Thrones. http://www.itscamrus.com/ IMDB Tommy Social Twitter: @tommypwalters Instagram: @tommypwalters [email protected] Mike Social: Instagram: @mjcerisano mcerisano.com [email protected] Mauricio Social Twitter: @mauriciomarces Instagram: @senormarces [email protected] Related Links: Dark West World  Brookl...

Vishaal Reddy - "Acting is Hard, Trust Your Friends"

July 10, 2018 18:14 - 53 minutes - 42.6 MB

The guys talk to Vishaal Reddy about creating your own art, diversity, how he pitched his new show, Insomnia, to major networks (spoiler: LinkedIn actually works) Vishaal Reddy's Website Insomnia Kickstarter Tommy Social Twitter: @tommypwalters Instagram: @tommypwalters [email protected] Mike Social: Instagram: @mjcerisano mcerisano.com [email protected] Mauricio Social Twitter: @mauriciomarces Instagram: @senormarces [email protected] Related Lin...

Casting Director Michelle Cutolo - "Spread the Love"

July 03, 2018 18:58 - 49 minutes - 39.4 MB

The guys talk to Michelle Cutolo about how to talk to casting directors, her love of dark comedies and directing babies. Michelle Cutolo is a casting associate with Brette Goldstein Casting and an award-winning NYC/LA based director. She has a decisive creative approach in the clever, funny and creative worlds with a focus on elevating female-centric comedic ventures. Since 2014, Michelle has been directing short films, television pilots, web series, sketch comedies, commercials, and music...

Broadway Engineer Chris Shendge - "Say Hello to Everybody"

June 20, 2018 17:08 - 1 hour - 54.5 MB

The guys talk to Chris Shendge about the weird sounds our bodies make, Broadway camaraderie, and Hollywood's next blockbuster. Shendge is a veteran stage hand & audio engineer and currently works on various Broadway shows including SpongeBob SquarePants & Anastasia. He also Sound Designs for podcasts such as Space Cadets Radio.   Chris's Facebook Chris's LinkedIn     Tommy Social Twitter: @tommypwalters Instagram: @tommypwalters [email protected]   Mike Social: ...

Sean Rogers, Actor - “It’s not good, it’s just AWESOME.”

May 30, 2018 23:00 - 46 minutes - 37.1 MB

The guys talk to Sean Rogers about making the most the most of the your time as an actor, creating your own work, and audition advice. Sean Rogers graduated the William Esper Studio in 2015. Known for Another Happy Day (2011) Frankenstein vs the Mummy (2015) and It Was a Normal Day (2015) directed by Ezra Miller and Sol Guy.   Sean's IMDB   Sean Rogers Social Instagram: @srogers_that   Tommy Social Twitter: @tommypwalters Instagram: @tommypwalters [email protected]...

Relaunch - Anthony Lee Medina of Hamilton - 15th Wheel

May 13, 2018 22:00 - 59 minutes - 47.9 MB

The guys talk Hamilton’s Anthony Lee Medina about the power of patience, Donald Glover, and being the 15th wheel. Medina is currently playing John Laurens and Philip Hamilton in Hamilton. Other theatre credits include Otto in the first national tour of Spring Awakening, Usnavi in In the Heights at Theater Under the Stars and Young Sal in The Public Theater’s The Capeman at The Delacorte. Television credits include The CW’s “Carrie Diaries,” CBS’s “Blue Bloods,” HBO’s “High Maintenance,” an...

Angela Mickey-Casting Director Q&A

March 04, 2016 22:22 - 39 minutes - 22.9 MB

This is a rebroadcast of a free webinar conducted March 4th, 2015 as part of acinteract.com's free industry webinars. If you would like to be invited to future webinars sign up for interact today! Angela is the Casting Director and Managing Director of Liz Lewis Casting. She has been with the leading bicoastal casting office for more than 16 years. As the Managing Director, Angela works across the board on commercial, voice over, film, TV and theater projects, supporting and guiding staff t...

Craig Holzberg Talent Agent & Q&A

February 26, 2016 19:47 - 47 minutes - 27.1 MB

This is a rebroadcast of a free webinar conducted February 12rd, 2015 as part of acinteract.com's free industry webinars. If you would like to be invited to future webinars sign up for interact today! Craig Holzberg is the owner of the bi-coastal boutique talent agency Avalon Artists Group. Avalon Artists Group is a full service agency representing actors and models of all ages in film, TV, theatre, commercials, voice over, and print. His clients recent Broadway credits include: Hamilton, B...

Eddie Rabon Talent Agent & Q&A

January 28, 2016 20:27 - 33 minutes - 19.3 MB

Actors Connection President Tony Nation talks with Eddie Rabon, Agent Take 3 Talent, taking actors questions on a number of industry topics. This is a rebroadcast of a free webinar conducted December 3rd, 2015 as part of acinteract.com's free industry webinars. If you would like to be invited to future webinars sign up for interact today!

Finding Talent Agency Representation

December 01, 2015 22:31 - 27 minutes - 15.7 MB

Actors Connection President Tony Nation talks about how to find representation with Talent Agent Margaret Emory, Talent Agent at SW Artists. Margaret is currently representing actors for film, TV and theater AND building the NEW commercial and voiceover department at SW Artists, a theatrical talent agency in New York City. The second edition of Margaret's book ASK AN AGENT was released last month and is now available on amazon.com!

How to Make Your Agent a Happy Business Partner

November 19, 2015 22:35 - 38 minutes - 21.9 MB

Actors Connection President Tony Nation talks about how to keep your agent happy, and you working with Legit Agent Traci Turton, 90210 Talent Agency. This bi-coastal office represents talent in all areas including Film, Television, Commercials and more.

Reality TV & TV Host Casting

October 14, 2015 21:59 - 21 minutes - 12.1 MB

Actors Connection President Tony Nation talks Reality TV & TV Hosting with casting director, media trainer and development producer Risa Tanania from The House That Casting Built. Risa has cast (hosts, actors, experts and striking every day people) and developed shows for major networks such as FOX, Bravo, TLC, HGTV, Esquire and Lifetime. She believes the new climate of TV and is not just a guilty pleasure, but rather a space for great stories to be told. 

Getting into Commercial Print

September 17, 2015 20:41 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MB

Actors Connection President Tony Nation talks how to get into commercial print modeling with Ramona's Talent's Janine M. Cerny. Janine is currently working as a commercial talent agent/consultant at Ramona's Model & Talent, LLC. She has over 25 years of experience in the television commercial/commercial print industry.

Youth in Show Business

August 21, 2015 20:01 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MB

Actors Connection President Tony Nation talks about breaking your child into show business with Walid Chaya, Actors Connection KIDS & TEENS program director.

Diversity in Casting & Indie Film

August 12, 2015 21:04 - 26 minutes - 17.9 MB

Actors Connection President Tony Nation talks diverity issues in casting & how to get into indie films with Liz Ortiz-Mackes, one of the most actor-friendly CD's in town. Liz casts for film, theater, television, industrials and digital media.  As a casting director and indie film producer credited on projects which have screened at hundreds of US and International film festivals including: Sundance, Toronto, Palm Springs, HBO Latino, Urban World, Slam Dance, Berlin, Hamptons, South Africa, ...

Auditions, Self Tapes & International Castings

August 04, 2015 14:47 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MB

Actors Connection President Tony Nation talks with Casting Director & Personal Manager Rita Powers about the casting process, hints for audtitions, & international castings.   A former agent with A+ Agency, Rita has been in casting since 2003. In the past 8 years, Rita has cast for television shows, commercials, feature and independent films, including the critically acclaimed HALF NELSON and 2011 MUSICAL CHAIRS with Academy Award winning director Susan Seidelman. Rita also casts internati...

Casting for Cable TV

April 23, 2015 20:17 - 17 minutes - 12 MB

Actors Connection President Tony Nation talks casting for cable tv with Kimberly Graham.  With years of experience casting feature films, television projects, commercials, and theater, Kimberly is known for casting with Judy Henderson the Emmy award winning hit Showtime series HOMELAND(renewed for season 5).

Breaking into Horror Films

April 17, 2015 18:46 - 18 minutes - 12.4 MB

Actors Connection President Tony Nation talks about breaking into horror films from a casting perspective, and the current state of indie and major horror films with Casting Director Pamela Kramer. In the business for over twenty years, Pamela Kramer, (Casting Director and owner of Bradley Baron) casts for film and TV as well as hundreds of commercials, industrials, and voice-overs. Recent film casting includes the independent film, "Torture Chamber", the award-winning"Charred" and the short...

Booking Film & TV

April 01, 2015 22:57 - 16 minutes - 15.6 MB

Actors Connection President Tony Nation talks about booking that Film or TV role with one of NY's top indie film casting directors Brette Goldstein. Brette's casts for predominately for film, TV and commercials. Recent projects include the films: SHARKNADO 2, the UNTITLED DONNY DEUTSCH PROJECT, the web series SWIPE RIGHT and the UNTITLED MOM PROJECT; Commercials for Vicks, Optimum Business. Past projects include: God Don't Make the Laws with Paul Sorvino, Robert Prescott and Peter Vack, Quee...

Perfecting Your Image

March 23, 2015 03:30 - 20 minutes - 17.8 MB

Actors Connection President Tony Nation talks about an actor's brand with Image Consultant and ower of Inherent Style, Jessica Myhr. Jessica has over 10 years experience as an image consultant in the NYC area. Using her unique background in acting, branding, and fashion, Jessica will give you the tools to help you look your best. 

Accent Reduction

March 13, 2015 10:00 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MB

Actors Connection President Tony Nation talks accent reduction & regionalisms with Susan Finch, who has been teaching Accent Reduction for over 28 years. She is on the faculty of The Atlantic Theater's Conservatory program where she teaches and serves as vocal coach for productions.

Acting Technique

March 09, 2015 19:25 - 14 minutes - 13 MB

Actors Connection President Tony Nation talks acting technique with Susan Finch, an actress who has been teaching for over 28 years. A graduate of The Juilliard School, she is on the Faculty of The Atlantic Theater Acting School and is a guest artist at The Juilliard School.

TV Hosting & Anchoring

February 26, 2015 22:00 - 16 minutes - 15.7 MB

Actors Connection President Tony Nation sits down with Patricia Stark, current Breaking News Reporter for Fox News /TV Anchor/Host/Media Trainer to talk about what it takes to become a TV Host or Anchor. 

Auditioning for Film

February 18, 2015 22:06 - 21 minutes - 16.2 MB

Actors Connection President Tony Nation sits down with Judy Bowman, Casting Director for Film/TV & Theater to talk about the her career as a Casting Director and auditioning for film.

The Demo Reel

January 28, 2015 22:04 - 16 minutes - 11.7 MB

Actors Connection President Tony Nation sits down with Shorey Walker, Actors Connection Director/Career Consultant & Professional Actor to talk about the current state of the Film/TV Demo, what Casting Directors & Talent Agents are looking for and what will get yours noticed.

How to Get a Great Headshot

January 22, 2015 20:39 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MB

Actors Connection President Tony Nation sits down with Ben Esner, NYC headshot photographer to talk about the importance of a great headshot and how to go about getting one. 

Auditioning for On-Camera Commercials

January 14, 2015 18:02 - 16 minutes - 19.4 MB

Actors Connection President Tony Nation sits down with Barry Shapiro, 30 year veteran commercial casting director and owner of Herman & Lipson Casting to talk about the current climate for actors in commercial casting and what it takes to make it in the industry. 

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