Hollywood History, Tiger King Updates, and Sam’s "Consequences" Audition Sneak Peek | Ep 37

Send us Fan MailWelcome to Episode 37 of Two Unemployed Actors, the Podcast dedicated to the reality of navigating the screen industry between projects. In this episode, hosts Max and Sam take a deep dive into major entertainment news, pandemic-era binge-watching, and the personal creative grinds keeping them sharp during isolation. The duo kicks off with a massive industry shake-up: Taika Waititi is officially confirmed to Direct and co-write a new Star Wars film, bringing his signature humour to a galaxy far, far away. In more bizarre casting news, Nicolas Cage is set to portray Joe Exotic in an upcoming Tiger King scripted series, proving that the viral phenomenon is the gift that keeps on giving. Shifting focus to their television screens, Max and Sam review Ryan Murphy’s limited Netflix series, Hollywood. Set in 1947, the show sparks an insightful conversation comparing the dark realities of the historic studio contract system with the power shift favouring modern Actor-Producers like Reese Witherspoon. They also share hidden streaming gems, including the gripping European thrillers Into the Night and Get In, alongside news of Chris Hemsworth’s Extraction breaking records with 90 million streams. Closer to home, the guys talk shop about maintaining their craft during lockdown. Sam opens up about tackling "Consequences," a challenging five-page self-tape script provided by his agent for accent and performance practice. Plus, anticipation is high as they count down to the highly competitive AACTA monologue competition shortlist reveal, reflecting on how varied interpretations of the exact same script can be. Whether you are an aspiring performer, an established creative, or just a film lover looking for your next great watch, this episode offers an authentic, humorous look at life in the business. Stream the full episode on your favourite podcast platform or watch the video version on YouTube! Episode Webpage: https://shorturl.at/pnUI1Support the showAn Add Kulcha Production