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EPISODE · Mar 17, 2026 · 1H 7M

How to Be #1 on the Call Sheet with Actor Jenn Lyon

from How We Role: A Podcast for Actors by Casting Networks · host Casting Networks

Submit a question!How do you become a lead on a major network series? NBC Stumble star Jenn Lyon* joins host Robert Peterpaul to unpack what being number one on the call sheet and leading a cast with joy really means.This episode focuses on how actors can work their way up, covering:How making bold (and even odd) audition choices can lead to booking.Learning from incredible #1's like Julianne Moore (on Sirens), Timothy Olyphant (on Justified), and Niecy Nash (on Claws).Technical aspects of shooting a mockumentary style show like Stumble.How to create a warm and inviting environment for guest stars and the crew on set.Tangible tips on the craft of acting from self tapes to comedic beats and much more!*Jenn Lyon is an award-winning actress who stars in the leading role of Courteney Potter in the hit NBC comedy series STUMBLE opposite Taran Killam. Likely best known for the role of Jennifer Husser in the hit TNT series CLAWS (opposite Niecy Nash), additional credits include the role of Chloe (opposite Julianne Moore) in Netflix’s limited series SIRENS, the villainous (and fan favorite) witch, Esther Finch, in Netflix’s DEAD BOY DETECTIVES, Paramount+ series HAPPY FACE (starring Dennis Quaid and Annaleigh Ashford), ELSBETH (starring Carrie Preston) as well as Linda on Hulu’s ENGLISH TEACHER (for which she garnered critical acclaim and Emmy buzz). You also may recognize her as Lindsey from JUSTIFIED or you might know her as the lady taking too long in front of you at any local grocery store. As a classically trained theatre actress, she has worked extensively on and off-Broadway. Broadway credits include Tom Stoppard’s 11-time Tony award winning THE COAST OF UTOPIA as well as Larry David’s FISH IN THE DARK.  This is - How We Role. Discover fresh casting calls at castingnetworks.com.Follow Host, Actor and Producer Robert Peterpaul (Amazon's Sitting in Bars with Cake, The Art of Kindness podcast) on Instagram @robpeterpaul and learn more at robertpeterpaul.com.Follow Casting Networks on social media for casting news, interviews and more:InstagramThreadsFacebookLinkedInYouTube

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Submit a question! How do you become a lead on a major network series? NBC Stumble star Jenn Lyon* joins host Robert Peterpaul to unpack what being number one on the call sheet and leading a cast with joy really means. This episode focuses on how actors can work their way up, covering: How making bold (and even odd) audition choices can lead to booking.Learning from incredible #1's like Julianne Moore (on Sirens), Timothy Olyphant (on Justified), and Niecy Nash (on Claws).Technical aspects of...

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