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18/06/2026

What do you do the moment you walk out of the audition room or press send on a self-tape? 🎭

In this clip from the latest Podcast Episode 110, Casting Director and Acting Coach Peter Rasmussen drops a truth bomb that every Actor needs to internalise: "Acting is something I do in my life, it is not my life."

The ultimate post-audition self-care strategy isn't just about unwinding afterward, it’s about intentionally planning something wonderful for yourself before you even start taping. Give your brain something to look forward to so you can leave the work in the room. 🧠✨

Watch the full interview with Peter Rasmussen on the Two Unemployed Actors YouTube channel! 🎙️ 👇 Link in comments...

12/06/2026

To every Actor thinking about starting their writing journey... 👇🎬

There is a common trap so many of us fall into. Because great screenwriting looks completely effortless when you read it or watch it on screen, it’s easy to assume that writing is "easy."

You think: "I'll just sit down, think of two characters, and write down a casual conversation." But there is a massive difference between typing out text in script format and actually building a story out of thin air.

Structuring a series of events that makes sense, keeps an audience from getting bored, and delivers a genuine emotional kick is a tough gig. It requires looking past the surface and leaning into the actual craft of storytelling.

If you’re an actor taking the leap into creating your own work, the journey starts now by listening to our conversation with Australian Screenwriter Chris Corbett.

🎙️ Catch the full discussion on Ep92 of Two Unemployed Actors.

What has been your biggest hurdle when sitting down to write? Let’s chat in the comments!

10/06/2026

Traditional film & TV productions are down globally, but "Verticals" (micro-drama series) are absolutely exploding. 📉📱

Major studios are jumping on the wagon, and it’s opening up a completely new world of consistent contracts and revenue sharing for actors. It’s a massive structural shift in how screen content is made and monetised.

With the rise of platforms like ReelShort, are you open to jumping on vertical micro-dramas, or are you strictly holding out for traditional indie/network sets? Drop your thoughts below! 👇Full interview with Casting Director Helene Rousse in Ep107

09/06/2026

That awkward moment you spend a day and a half rehearsing lines, lay down the self-tape with a reader, and send it off… only for the Director to gently point out you read for the little boy instead of the rugged farmer. 🧑‍🌾💀

"And you made it work." 😭

Shoutout to the Director for being incredibly cool about it, but the absolute panic when I opened that email was next level.

Fellow actors, creatives, or anyone who has completely botched a high-stakes interview: please drop your worst mix-up stories in the replies so I don't feel entirely alone in my own thoughts today! 😂 👇

The full chat is in ep 54 of Two Unemployed Actors! 🎬🎙️

03/06/2026

Comedy acting is one of the most challenging parts of our craft. In this clip from Ep90, Jordana Beatty breaks down the lessons learned from landing a lead role in Judy Moody, including the importance of working with great Writers.
Catch the full conversation... link in comment.

30/05/2026

Are you letting a label define your entire worth as a creative? 🛑

In this clip, renowned acting coach Anthony Meindl breaks down why identifying only as an "actor" can actually be destructive to your artistry.

If your self-worth is solely tied to your next booking or industry validation, the hustle becomes exhausting. True success is about the community you build, the conversations you have, and keeping your creative flame alive—even between gigs.

Watch the full clip below. 👇

Anthony Meindl's Actor Workshop

29/05/2026

Stop delivering the stereotype! 🎭 RDJ didn’t just play a superhero, he built a character. What’s your unique contribution to the role? 👇

28/05/2026

"What is the character feeling on this line?" ❌

According to casting director Greg Apps, this might be the most dangerous question you can ask yourself during script prep.

When you write emotions like "upset" or "angry" in your margins, you aren't living in the scene, you're just waiting for a cue to hit a pre-ordained feeling. The result? You end up acting the page, not the life of the character.

Throw away the highlighter, grab a black texta, and black out those emotional notes. 🖤

Watch the full masterclass episode with Greg Apps for more game-changing audition techniques! (Link in comments 👇)

26/05/2026

Three days. One three-page scene. That is the legendary work ethic of Al Pacino. 🎬🔥

In this clip, Hollywood Acting Coach Ivana Chubbuck breaks down what truly separates the good from the great: the willingness to take massive risks and put in the relentless prep work.

As Al Pacino once beautifully put it: "I just make a lot of choices and I hope they work." If you aren’t willing to fail, you aren’t giving yourself the chance to be great.

To all the creatives and Actors out there, how much time are you willing to dedicate to a single scene? And for the movie buffs, what is your absolute favourite Al Pacino performances of all time?

Let’s talk in the comments! 👇

21/05/2026

Entering the audition room in style! 💀 The legendary Kate Fitzpatrick shares the hilarious story of how she literally fell down the stairs and onto the stage for her first NIDA audition, and still got in on the first try!

"She seems so sincere." 😂

What's the most chaotic thing that’s ever happened to you in an audition? Drop your horror stories in the comments! 👇

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