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October 29, 2025 67 mins

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Ever wonder why you’re not booking, even when your auditions feel great? In this episode, acting coach Lesly Kahn breaks down the truth about performance, confidence, and what casting directors actually want. We talk about acting tips, audition prep, scene work, building confidence, and how to stay grounded as a working actor in Hollywood.

I wish I could gatekeep my lovely acting coach but I MUSN'T because she has SO many nuggets to share with all of you. Sit back and enjoy this episode where we gab about what it's like to be an actor in this modern day for TV/FIlm.

If you’re serious about becoming a working actor, follow Ground Up with Natalee for weekly episodes that help you grow your career from the ground up.


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NATALEE’S IG: ⁠⁠⁠@nataleelinez⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/nataleelinez/⁠⁠⁠

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