Inside Acting

In Episode 314—the final episode of the podcast as-it-is-now—Trev and AJ share a very candid reflection on how the past 9 years of producing the podcast together has informed their journeys, their perspectives, and their lives. It’s a fond farewell of sorts, and an exciting new beginning in every way. Total running time: 1:30:38. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from: * VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start * Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP * You! – www.insideacting.net/contribute

In Episode 313, Trev and AJ chat about how actors might use some of the recently announced-Apple technology, as well as off their thoughts on how to get started in this industry—while experiencing the experience of overwhelm. Then AJ sits down for Part 2 of his conversation with writer, producer, and show-runner Damon Lindelof (Lost, Prometheus, The Leftovers). In part 2, Damon shares with us the unique challenges of getting his first few jobs in Los Angeles (there's a "fax machine"... ?). He also shares why ego can sometimes be a good and healthy thing in the industry, and breaks down some of the most potent wisdom he's absorbed and developed from years of meetings, pitches, and work. To wit: 1. Be yourself. 2. Do your research. 3. Be passionate 4. Don’t talk too much. Consider this interview series a blueprint for how to succeed in show business as a people person. We hope you love it as much as we do. Total running time: 1:31:33. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from: * VO2GoGo – ww

In Episode 312, Trev and AJ chat about self-taping while vacationing, and share news about the future of IAP. Then AJ sits down for Part 1 of his interview with none other than the prolific powerhouse that is writer, producer, and show-runner Damon Lindelof (Lost, Prometheus, The Leftovers). In part 1, Damon shares his early influences growing up in New Jersey, what he learned in film school at NYU, the major differences between film and television from the perspective of a writer, and the unique challenges of producing a television epic like Lost. If you’re a writer, grab a pen and paper for this one--it's jam-packed with wisdom from a down-to-earth professional at the top of his game. Total running time: 1:12:08. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from: * VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start * Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP * You! – www.insideacting.net/contribute

In Episode 311, AJ shares a recent behind-the-casting-desk experience that makes a powerful case for us all to prioritizing our “stuff.” Then they're joined by actor, stand up comedian, and personal finance aficionado Chip Chinery to dig how Chip plays the financial game—specifically, how he hacks the system to capitalize on credit card rewards and earn himself free travel, signup bonuses, and other life perks along the way. Total running time: 1:15:40. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from: * VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start * Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP * You! – www.insideacting.net/contribute

In Episode 310, Trev and AJ continue their conversation about investing in one’s happiness for both the short- and long-term. Then they sit down with Chip Chinery - a working actor with several dozen co-star roles, a nationally-known stand up comedian, and the guy behind Chip’s Money Tips—a personal finance “hack” blog that every actor should be reading. In Part 1 of our conversation, Chip tells us about getting his start as both a comedian and an actor in LA, how and why he meticulously tracks every aspect of his career, and a few tricks he’s learned booking dozens and dozens of commercials and TV gigs. Total running time: 1:00:17. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from: * VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start * Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP * You! – www.insideacting.net/contribute

In Episode 309, Trev and AJ sit down for a super-sized conversation with Daniel Tuttel and Michael Lutheran—the epic gentlemen behind the Hollywood Hustle podcast. In this far-reaching  roundtable discussion, we break down the science of podcasting and what we’ve learned from over a decade of collective experience: the do’s, the don’t’s, the questions to ask and answer (and the questions you can safely ignore), and more. Total running time: 2:10:48. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from: * VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start * Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP * You! – www.insideacting.net/contribute

In Episode 308, Trev and AJ chat about what it means to continually to follow your bliss – even as that bliss (and personal character) evolves in a hyper-stimulated society. Then Trev sits down for the third and final part of his chat with intermittent fasting advocate and author of Eat Stop Eat, Brad Pilon. Part 3 of our conversation is another deep dive into nutrition and training - how much protein our bodies really need (and use!), and what the science says about how to get the most gains from your workouts – an approach Brad has developed that he calls “Pilon’s Progressions.” Whether you’re into this stuff or not, this segment is an informative capstone to a larger conversation we here at IAP feel honored to be sharing with the community. It’s a conversation that is, yes, a conversation about nutrition, food, and body image - but, on a more macro level, is about forging the path to your own personal greatness. It’s about boundaries, playing the long game, being kind to yourself, and eschewing “hacks” t

In Episode 307, Trev and AJ unpack when and why to pass on audition opportunities in the name of playing “the long game.” Then Trev sits down for Part 2 of his conversation with the godfather of the modern day intermittent fasting movement and author of the book Eat Stop Eat, Brad Pilon. In Part 2, they dig into the nuts and bolts of intermittent fasting—the various methods, how and why fasting works, fasting and exercise, some tricks to get you started and keep you going, and more. Total running time: 1:08:49. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from: * VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start * Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP * You! – www.insideacting.net/contribute

In Episode 306, Trev and AJ talk about maturing in the industry and handling freakout moments. Then Trev sits down for Part 1 of his conversation with the godfather of the modern intermittent fasting movement, Brad Pilon. Brad is a nutrition and sports science writer best known for his seminal book on fasting, Eat Stop Eat. He’s also the author of Thin Air, How Much Protein? and Good Belly, Bad Belly—and in this episode, we hear how Brad’s journey began: from his original inspiration, through his graduate work studying the effects of fasting, to his epiphanies around food, lifestyle, fitness, and more. Total running time: 1:07:37. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from: * VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start * Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP * You! – www.insideacting.net/membership

In Episode 305, AJ shares his experience working on an exciting-but-unconventional live theatre project before sitting down with tax expert Chuck Sloan to unpack how the new tax laws affect artists and performers. Total running time: 1:04:01. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from: * VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start * Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP * You! – www.insideacting.net/membership

In Episode 304, Trev and AJ chat about The 100th Monkey Phenomena and the unseen power collective unconscious (yeah, we go there), before sharing a very special "Top 10 Things I Learned from Inside Acting" list from a cherished longtime listener. Then Jasmin and AJ wrap up their fantastic conversation with writer, director, and animator Jorge Gutierrez (The Book of Life, Kung Fu Space Punch). Total running time: 52:57. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from: * VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start * Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP * You! – www.insideacting.net/membership

In Episode 303, Trev and AJ unpacked their thoughts and feelings around the (again) recent school shootings, and the role art and advocacy can play in coping and moving forward. Then AJ and Jasmin sit down for Part 2 of their incredibly inspiring conversation with writer, director, and animator Jorge R. Gutierrez (The Book of Life, Kung Fu Space Punch). -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from: * VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start * Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP * You! – www.insideacting.net/membership

We’re back! In Episode 302, Trev and AJ share a very important announcement before AJ and Jasmin sit down for the first of an in-depth conversation with writer, director, and animator Jorge R. Gutierrez (The Book of Life, Kung Fu Space Punch). In Part 1: Jorge’s origin story—and yes, we do mean for that to sound like this guy’s a superhero. From his beginnings as a child of two artist parents, to the unexpected way he got into CalArts, to building his production company out of everything he could fit into two shopping carts and drag off the Sony lot (true story!), Jorge’s history is one you have to hear to believe. And if you’re looking for nuggets of wisdom, look no further. This one is packed full of ‘em. Truly one for the books. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from: * VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start * Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP * You! – www.insideacting.net/contribute/

We’ve been hand-crafting weekly episodes of Inside Acting since late 2009. And today, after 300 episodes, we explore how we’ve changed and who we’ve become over the course of that journey, sharing a few of the biggest life and career lessons we’ve learned. Some are borne of the work we’ve done on and with the podcast, others are direct nuggets of wisdom from guests. And a few are the hard-won truth of life and career experience. In all cases, they’ve been pivotal tipping points that fundamentally inform who we are today, 8+ years after starting this thing. We hope you enjoy this special year-end episode of Inside Acting. Have a great holiday, The IAP Team -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from: * VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start * Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP * You! – www.insideacting.net/membership

In this special bonus episode, Trev chats with veteran actor, friend, and mentor David H. Lawrence XVII about the artistic and technical ins and outs of building a successful voiceover career. Note: time-sensitive material included! Visit insideacting.net/vo for more. Total running time: 55:16. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from: * VO2GoGo – www.insideacting.net/vo * Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP * You! – www.insideacting.net/membership  

In Episode 300, Trev, AJ, and IAP production coordinator Jen team up with ABC’s 'Fresh Off The Boat' actress Chelsey Crisp to bring you a day in the life of a series regular. If you’ve ever wanted to learn how a major network primetime TV production happens from the inside out, this special milestone episode is for you. Total running time: 2:29:17. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from: * VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start * Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP * You! – www.insideacting.net/membership

In Episode 299 - the one before 300! - the completion of Trev's two-part conversation with Katie Von Till—actress, producer, and voice behind the iconic Disney character, Snow White. In this episode, Katie shares: * The ONE highest-leverage habit Katie feels actors can put into practice today * An overview of her personal business and income tracking spreadsheet * How she designed the early years of her life and career LA to work for HER * How she folds her worldview into her work and the jobs she chooses * And the story behind her evolving voiceover career—the unconventional way she got her start, how she secured representation across the (literal) map, and what steps YOU can take to follow suit Total running time: 1:00:12. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from: * VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start * Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP * BlueHost - www.insideacting.net/blue * You! – www.insideacting.net/membership

In Episode 298, AJ shares a few lessons learned from this third (!!!) Hamilton meeting, and he and Trev respond to a listener question about diet and body image. Then Trev sits down for the first of a two-part conversation with Katie Von Till—an actress, producer, and the fourth-ever woman in history to lend her voice to the iconic Disney character, Snow White. This interview series is one for the books. In Part 1, Katie shares: * All about her early years doing regional theatre and various thrival jobs in NYC * What she’d do differently if she could start all over again * How and why she diversifies her income and career opportunities * How she uses spreadsheets to meticulously track her career and income - and how it’s helped her claim tens of thousands of dollars in “lost” payments * Her number one life hack for surviving and thriving as an artist * And a bunch more... Total running time: 1:13:55. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from: * VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start * Rehearsal Pr

In Episode 297, Trev and AJ chat about staying ground when things get SUPER busy, and Trev sits down for Part 2 of his updated conversation with community favorite Michael Kostroff (The Wire, Wizard of Lies) to talk about working through the insecurity, the changed and changing world of casting and self-tapes, why being a curmudgeon could be a very healthy thing, and more. Total running time: 55:25. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from: * VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start * Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP * You! – www.insideacting.net/membership

In Episode 296, Trev and AJ share their thoughts and perspectives on #MeToo, and the recent sexual harassment and abuse allegations in the entertainment industry. Then Trev sits down for Part 1 of an updated conversation with community favorite Michael Kostroff (The Wire, Wizard of Lies) — a prolific stage and screen actor, and creator of the game-changing AuditionPsych101. Total running time: 1:02:27. -- Support for this episode of Inside Acting comes from: * VO2GoGo – www.vo2gogo.com/start * Rehearsal Pro – www.rehearsal.pro/IAP * You! – www.insideacting.net/membership