Casting Actors Cast
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!
Episodes
October 2, 2025 • 21 mins
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 curtain
that 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 ...
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September 25, 2025 • 14 mins
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September 18, 2025 • 14 mins
“Not every audition comes with sparkling dialogue. But casting
isn’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.”
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September 11, 2025 • 15 mins
“Directors want it, casting directors expect it—you need to access
emotion instantly. But how do you do it without faking, forcing, or frying
yourself emotionally? Let’s break it down.”
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September 4, 2025 • 17 mins
“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.”
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August 28, 2025 • 16 mins
Welcome back to Casting Actors Cast, the podcast for actors who
want 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 pred...
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August 21, 2025 • 20 mins
"Welcome, friends and fearless performers, to another episode of Casting Actors
Cast, the show that pulls back the curtain on the craft, the mindset, and the career path of working actors. I’m Jeffrey Dreisbach — casting director, teacher, and your personal acting GPS. Today’s episode is all about Film Script Preparation — a subject that sounds deceptively simple but can make or break your audition, your performance, and yes, eve...
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August 14, 2025 • 26 mins
Welcome to Casting Actors Cast — the podcast
that gives actors the tools, tactics, and mindset shifts they need to work
smart and book more. I’m Jeffrey Dreisbach, your host — casting director,
author, and coach. Today’s episode flips the script in a really fun and useful
way. We’re calling it: Act Like an Agent. That’s right — we’re going to look at your acting career from the perspective of the people who represent you — your age...
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August 7, 2025 • 20 mins
Welcome to another episode of Casting
Actors Cast, the podcast that lifts the curtain on audition success, career
mindset, and the real-world tools actors need to thrive. I’m Jeffrey Dreisbach
— casting director, teacher, and your host. Today we’re diving into something
that can feel a little out there for some… and absolutely essential for others:
Manifesting a Success Model for Your Acting Career. Whether you roll your eyes
at th...
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July 31, 2025 • 24 mins
“A casting director can tell more about you in
the first five seconds of your self-tape than most actors realize—and it's not just about performance. Today on Casting Actors Cast, we’re digging into what your self-tape setup is really saying about you. Is it shouting ‘I’m ready,’ or whispering ‘I’m not serious’? Let's find out—and fix it.”
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July 24, 2025 • 20 mins
“Ever feel an audition slipping through
your fingers—but you're still in the room? Don’t panic—today on Casting Actors Cast, I’m giving you the tools to reset in real time. It’s not about
perfection—it’s about recovery. This episode is your one-minute audition rescue kit… and it starts right now.”
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July 17, 2025 • 28 mins
Welcome to Casting
Actors Cast, the podcast that gives actors real-world tools, inspiration,
and the insider’s edge when it comes to working professionally. I’m your host,
Jeffrey Dreisbach—casting director, author, teacher, and actor advocate—and
today, we’re cracking open the world of television script analysis and
how you can mentally adapt your performance for different genres like
procedurals, comedies, and dramas. Whether you...
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July 10, 2025 • 24 mins
Acting
is a team sport. We rely on our scene partners, castmates, and creative
collaborators to bring the story to life. But what happens when that trust and connection just... isn’t there?
Whether it’s a clash of personalities, conflicting work styles, or just bad chemistry, working with another actor you don’t like can turn a dream role into an emotional minefield. In today’s episode of Casting Actors Cast, we’ll explore the tri...
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July 3, 2025 • 19 mins
"It’s
curtain call. The final take. The closing night party. The end of the project.
As
actors, we pour our hearts into our work — and when that work wraps up, we’re
often left with a cocktail of emotions: pride, sadness, uncertainty,
excitement, and even fear. What happens when the thing you’ve devoted your
time, energy, and soul to… ends?
Today
on Casting Actors Cast, we’re diving into the post-project blues,
the thrill of comp...
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June 26, 2025 • 23 mins
"No
is a complete sentence. It might sound harsh, but when used with purpose, it's
one of the most efficient, powerful, and professional tools an actor can have.
Still,
let’s face it—saying no isn’t easy. Especially when your heart says “yes,
please cast me!” and your gut says “this might not be right.”
Why
do actors struggle with turning things down? And how can we say no without
guilt, fear, or burning bridges?
Let’s
unpack th...
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June 19, 2025 • 27 mins
Repeat after me.
I don't have problems.
I have situations.
A situation has occurred to me lately that I've been putting things off.
My attitude is, why do it to day when I can put it off till to morrow?
Do you do that? I think you know you're an actor when you spend
three hours organizing your closet instead of submitting for the role that
is due in two hours. That is called procrastination. The intentional display of a task...
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June 16, 2025 • 1 min
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June 12, 2025 • 24 mins
Welcome to Casting Actors Cast, your ultimate guide to the art of acting. I'm your host, Jeffrey Dreisbach, and today, we're diving deep into the world of Auditioning for film. Whether you're a stage actor looking to transition to the screen or a budding film actor honing your craft, this episode is packed with insights and advice to help you shine in the audition studio. So, grab your popcorn and let's explore the nuances audition...
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June 5, 2025 • 16 mins
Remember
the days when “making it” meant getting your big break on a network sitcom, or
landing three lines in a soap opera and hoping your character didn’t die in a
freak elevator accident? Ah, the good old days...
Well,
guess what? Those days have streamed on by.
Today,
the entertainment industry looks completely different. Why? Because of streaming
services—Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, Apple TV+, Disney+, HBO Max... I
mean, ho...
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May 29, 2025 • 18 mins
If you've been thinking about Voice Over work in addition to being an actor, this episode is for you! Voice acting today has become a massive industry. We’re talking audiobooks, podcasts, e-learning modules, video games, meditation apps, smart assistants, and even—wait for it—AI-generated clones of real voices. (Yeah, it’s a little creepy. But hey, if Siri ever sounds like Morgan Freeman, I won’t complain.)
So let’s get into it. I...
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