The Loud Whisper Takeover

Actors, stunts, dancers... we are all "peak performers". Briana Bowley, a specialist in nervous system regulation for high performers, reveals how our fight-flight-freeze responses can either sabotage our efforts or become powerful allies in our creative journey.

When you'll understand why you freeze during that Brazilian jiu-jitsu sparring sessions or why you're drawn to action movies despite hating re...

In this episode, comedy writer Sophie Estourgie (based in The Netherlands) shares her incredible story of winning a prestigious L.A. screenwriting competition and getting her script, “The B Word”, produced. Sophie reveals how a script she almost set aside, gathering dust, is now set to be produced in L.A., and she might even land one of the leading roles herself!

But that’s not all. Sophie is also working on a dark comedy titled “So...

In this episode, we explore a thought-provoking question: What would a movie look like if motherhood—or the lack of it—wasn't part of the script? Could it be a thriller, a rom-com, or even a western? These questions lead us into an engaging conversation with Mademoiselle Ginger, a French-American dancer, choreographer, and teacher based in London.

With her trademark orange hair and undeniable charisma, Ginger shares her transfo...

Our host, action actress and filmmaker Cindy Claes, interviews UK-based action filmmaker Nathan Geering.

Nathan shares his incredible journey from breakdancer to award-winning action filmmaker, revealing how he choreographed real skydiving fight scenes, trained with Jackie Chan’s stunt team, and is now in the midst of producing an international feature film. His story is nothing short of mind-blowing. Highlights include:

• Winning ov...

Our guest Derrick McManus, a former sniper and elite member of Australia's STAR Group, is coming back for a second episode! (We interviewed Derrick in Ep7 about how he got ambushed and got shot 14 times as a special elite police officer!)

Today Derrick is sharing how this incredible story of survival and resilience shaped his unique philosophy on "human durability". He travels the world supporting both indiv...

There is always that ONE episode you record, that you loooove, yet the sounds wasn't crisp. Oh Lord! Well... The content is waayyyy too fun not tone  published, so forgive me for this minor technical issue :) You won't regret it!

Join us in this high-energy episode with Cindy Claes (action actress) and Simon Maestre (international actor from Barcelona), as we navigate the unpredictable world of comedy casting. 

We start this new year with Cindy Claes (host). Let's dive into the transformative practices of journaling, visualisation, and meditation to help you reflect on the past year and set powerful intentions for the future. These exercises are tools that can be used whenever a reset is needed, or when you are transitioning between significant life chapters. 

Take a notepad and pen, and don't hesitate to push the pause...

What should actors post on Instagram? How can you have fun with it while attracting the attention of casting directors?

Kevin Silvergieter, a talented German-Canadian actor, initially made waves as an influencer with over 100K followers. However, he eventually craved privacy and simplicity, stepping back from the spotlight. Returning to social media as an actor, Kevin redefined his approach—prioritising craft and authenticity over t...

What if a meeting at a bar could catapult you into the world of filmmaking? 

In this episode, host Cindy Claes has a chat with her co-producer Gian Bonnicchi, where they share the exhilarating journey of how their short film "All Dogs Go to Heaven" was made in just three days! 

Together they affronted unexpected production hurdles. This was Cindy's first step into the world of "making film"...

Cindy Claes, host van deze podcast en actieactrice, voert een boeiend gesprek met Maximiliaan Serbrock. Opgegroeid in een familie waar zijn vader en grootvader met trots hun militaire achtergrond koesteren, leek Max als jonge man zeker van zijn pad: het leger. Maar dat pad bleek complexer dan hij had verwacht.

In deze aflevering stelt Cindy prikkelende vragen: hoe bereid je jezelf voor op zo’n intense ervaring, vooral wanneer je wee...

Remember the excitement around La Casa De Papel (also known as Money Heist) and its spin-off series Berlín? Netflix kept viewers on the edge of their seats with both shows, and Belgian actor Julien Paschal found himself in the spotlight after landing a role alongside Pedro Alonso, playing François Polignac.

Suddenly, Julien’s acting career gained massive attention. But how does an actor handle such a shift—both personally ...

In today's episode we welcome Emiko Ishii, a remarkable action actress! Multidisciplinary on all fronts, she made a print in various industries: dance, film and in the world of martial arts. 

So many actors dream about moving to L.A., but how do you plan this... the smart way? Emiko had a vision and made her dream come true! Listen to how she prepared her big move, from London to Los Angeles. 

Award-winning c...

Our latest episode features the amazing event marketing expert Kathleen Sykes. Drawing from her extensive experience with opera companies, symphony orchestras, museums, and more, Kathleen reveals the art of crafting unforgettable in-person events. Organizing private events to showcase our creative creations can be exhilarating yet overwhelming all at once.

How can we leverage in-person events to build long-term community e...

Curious about how the medium of Film can heal trauma and foster growth? This week's episode features an enlightening conversation with Dr. Joshua Lee Cohen (USA), media psychologist and CEO of the Digital Storytelling Project.

Dr. Cohen researches how film and video-based therapy can assist individuals coping with PTSD, depression, and anxiety by engaging their senses, emotions, and imagination. We also discuss how f...

The documentation of the "behind-the-scenes" can have a massive impact on the distribution of a film, or creative project! Capturing the essence of the "behind-the-scenes" is planned in bigger productions, yet often omitted in small scale productions due to the lack of ressources. 

How can we leverage, organise, get excited, and build community throughout the whole process of sharing the "behind-th...

This BONUS episode is in French. For subtitles in your preferred language, we recommend our listeners to watch it on Youtube. This is a specific interview about nutrition for dancers.

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Est-ce que votre corps de danseur a tout ce dont il a besoin pour être prêt pour partir en tournée, face faire à un spectacle intense, ou donner cours de manière régulière? 

Cindy Claes, danseuse / chorégraphe / actr...

Known as Hanna is Golden on socials, her dancehall videos received global attention and had millions of views. Hanna Min Jung Herbertson, a strategist who's danced her way into the viral spotlight, now shares her marketing wizardry.  

This episode is for anyone looking to hire a social media specialist without falling prey to overpriced hype. Hanna, with her unique blend of NGO, startup, and creative industry experien...

Our host and action actress Cindy Claes has been on an intense Krav Maga (self-defense) journey. Initially training to perfect her fighting skills for the camera, it soon evolved into a transformative experience of emotional resilience. Many questions started to arise. She experienced tears in the training sessions, as well as a huge amount of love.

Join our conversation with Sergej Krivoruchko as we unravel the profound a...

How does an actor from a small country make it to the international market? Do you really have to live in the big cities in order to make it?

Tune in to our conversation with Ruben Francq, a Belgium-based actor and acting coach, who shares his journey. From teaching to acting in commercials, films, and series, Ruben reveals the challenges he faced and the strategies he used. Learn how self-tape auditions have revolutionise...