Slate It Till You Make It

In this episode, Catherine Donnelly unpacks the major shift at Casting Networks — namely, the new paid subscription model for all U.S.-based agents and managers, beginning January 1, 2026. We walk through exactly what the new tiered fees are, why Casting Networks says it’s doing this, and how actors who depend on CN for commercial auditions should plug the gaps. (Source: Casting Networks Support, “Talent Representatives: What Shoul...

In this episode of Slate It Till You Make It, host Catherine Donnelly sits down with recurring guest John Fulton, a multi-talented comedian, musician, and actor, to discuss his top ten commercial booking tips.

From his early days as a basketball team captain in Topsfield, MA, to DJing a jazz show at the University of Rhode Island, and eventually hosting Must Love Cats on Animal Planet, John’s career has seen plenty of twists and tu...

What does it really take to stand out, book more work, and build a sustainable acting career in today’s rapidly shifting industry? In this episode of Slate It Pod, host, Catherine Donnelly, sits down with Murisa Harba — award-winning actress, director, and founder of About The Work, a Hollywood-based acting studio she launched in 2013.

Murisa has coached thousands of actors across five continents using her signature body-based metho...

What does it take to build a thriving career in commercials — and keep your sanity while doing it? In this episode of Slate It Till You Make It, host, Catherine Donnelly sits down with Stuart K. Robinson, CEO of Brady, Brannon & Rich Talent (BBR) — one of the top commercial agencies in Los Angeles. Stuart’s career spans decades as an actor, Broadway performer, motivational speaker, voice artist, and Fruit of the Loom icon, and ...

On this episode of Slate it Till You Make It, host Catherine Donnelly takes a deep dive with Lindsay Bronson of AHC Casting, one of the most successful commercial casting offices in the country. With decades of experience and a client list that spans major global brands, Lindsay brings unmatched insight into what it really takes to book work in today’s evolving commercial industry.

We dive into:

• Families & kids in commercials...

In this episode of Slate It Till You Make It, host Catherine Donnelly is joined by the powerhouse that is Havilah Malone—4x bestselling author, award-winning actress, spoken word artist, and executive producer—whose mission is to inspire over 2 billion people to unlock their intuitive genius and confidently communicate their value.

From starring in hit shows like Barry, Insecure, and NCIS: New Orleans, to appearing in four Super Bo...

Arlene Schuster-Goss has been a leading force in commercial casting for more than 25 years. As the founder of ASG Casting, she has shaped campaigns for major national brands including McDonald’s, Honda, and Google, and her credits extend to Super Bowl spots and global projects. Known for her discerning eye for talent and straightforward approach, Arlene has built a reputation as both a respected casting director and a passionate ad...