Get Ready to Get Saucey!

Inside Sauce is a podcast where casting director Ryan Bernstein and SAG-Aftra actor Susan Song pull back the curtain on the world of commercial acting. Together, they explore what it really takes to book commercials, from auditions and callbacks to agent relationships, casting decisions, and life on set. Drawing from both sides of the casting table, Ryan and Susan share insider stories, practical advice, and candid conversations that demystify the commercial acting business. Whether you're just getting started or already booking, they'll help you better understand the industry, sharpen your approach, and navigate your career with confidence. Since 2007, Ryan Bernstein has cast thousands of commercials for some of the world's most recognizable brands, including AT&T, Verizon, GEICO, State Farm, Apple, Nintendo, and many more. His work has appeared on some of the biggest stages in advertising, from the Super Bowl to the Olympics to primetime television and today's leading digital and social platforms. His ability to help curate casts that feel both aspirational and relatable has made him a trusted partner to agencies, brands, and production companies. Follow Ryan on Instagram @RMBCasting Susan Song is a Korean-American actor, writer, comedian from the San Francisco Bay Area, now based in Los Angeles. Over the past 10 years, Susan has appeared in more than 50 national commercials for brands including State Farm, Snickers, Apple, and AT&T. She's collaborated with acclaimed comedy commercial directors including David Shayne, Jim Jenkins, Jess Coulter, Tony Yacenda, Benji Weinstein, Martin Granger, and Tim & Eric. Follow her IG @Sujjang012   Follow Inside Sauce on IG @InsideSaucePodcast Watch full episode on YouTube   Produced by Stephen Loh Picture and Sound by Doug Brewer Edited by David Kim