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EPISODE 218: Mahdi Cocci- Talks The Power Of Making A Decision, Taking Ownership On Set & Being A Series Regular On BRUH

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EPISODE 217: Caroline Harris- Talks Embracing The Process & Building Your Career Step By Step

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EPISODE 216: Kinnik Sky- Talks Successfully Wearing Multiple Hats In The Industry & The Upcoming Virtual Screening For PAWN

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EPISODE 215: Ashley Monique Harper- Talks Her Role As Jean On The Oval & Why Representation Matters

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EPISODE 214: Alyssa Goss- Talks Overcoming Fears, Envisioning Her Success As An Actor & Booking Tyler Perry's Bruh

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EPISODE 213: Courtney Coffey- Talks Overcoming Depression & Helping Empower Other Artists To Overcome Their Mental & Creative Blocks

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EPISODE 212: Desean K. Terry- Talks Booking His First Series Regular Role & Enjoying The Journey

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EPISODE 211: Selina Kaye- Talks Career Growth, Her Love For Self-Tapes & Becoming An Acting Coach

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EPISODE 210: Jejuan Smith- Talks The Evolution of His Acting Career and The Importance of Networking & Providing Opportunities For Others

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EPISODE 209: Candice Renee- Talks Tyler Perry's Bruh & Stepping Into The Role Of Series Regular

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EPISODE 208: Graham Shiels- Founder of Graham Shiels Studios Talks Acting School & 20 Year Plus Acting Career

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EPISODE 207: Carnetta Jones- Celebrity Acting Coach Talks 20 Plus Years Of Being In The Business

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EPISODE 206: Barry Brewer- Talks "Bruh" & How Creating His Own Projects Have Led To Some Of His Biggest Opportunities

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EPISODE 205: Liz Lafontant- Talks Manifesting The Life & Career Of Her Dreams

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EPISODE 204: Tyla Abercrumbie- Talks "The Chi," Being An Actor Advocate & Staying Empowered In Your Career

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EPISODE 203: Nirine S. Brown- "Ruthless" Actor Talks Being Bold & Unapologetically Black and Talented

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EPISODE 202: Dajuan Johnson- How He's Helping Actors To Think Bigger & Uplevel Their Careers

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EPISODE 201: Tiffany Black- Talks The Power of Her Pen & Being Unafraid To Take Up Space In This Industry

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EPISODE 200: The Actors Lounge Celebrates 200 Episodes

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EPISODE 199: Katt Arcos- Talent Manager Talks Best Ways Actors Can Position Themselves for Representation & Growth Within Their Careers

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EPISODE 198: Taylor Lambert- Talks Aura Casting & How Actors Can Stand Out Virtually

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EPISODE 197: Crystel Patterson- Talks Finding Her Passion Through Writing & Creating Her First Children’s Book

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EPISODE 196 :Janette R. Smith- Talks the Power of Mindset & Operating In Purpose

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EPISODE 195: Angelo Maldonado Jr- Talks Mental Health & Being The Change He Wants To See

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EPISODE 194: Amy Lyndon- Celebrity Booking Coach Talks the Philosophy of Booking & the Lyndon Technique

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EPISODE 193: J Nycole Ralph- Talks Artist Entrepreneurship & Helping Actors Transition From Their 9 to 5

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EPISODE 192: Brian Confer- Founder of The Headshot Truck Talks Actor Headshots

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EPISODE 191: Steven St. Pierre- Talks Bringing Vulnerability To His Work, Filmmaking & Being A Resourceful Actor

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EPISODE 190: Sean Perez- Talks The Power Of Branding & Helping Actors Get To Their Next Level

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Kinnik Sky- Talks Creating Her Own Opportunities & Saying Yes To Yourself

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Joseph Pearlman- Celebrity Acting Coach and Founder of Pearlman Acting Academy

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William Jefferson, Jr- Talks Being Unapologetic And Fearless On This Creative Journey

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Mike Dolphy- Talks The Actor Blueprint & Helping Other Actors Find Success In The Business

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Autumn Bailey Ford- Talks Filmmaking & Being A Producer For The People

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Numa Perrier- Talks Being A Powerhouse & Undeniable In Her Lane

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Denim Richards- Talks Mastering Your Mind & Unplugging From Distractions

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Asante Deshon- Talks Pursuing His Dream While Allowing His Faith To Lead Him

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Jessica Obilom- Talks Her Powerful Film, "Trafficked" & Working On Projects That Challenge Her As An Artist

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Lenny Thomas- Talks Booking Ruthless From A Self Tape, The Grind & Hustle Of The Journey & Paying It Forward

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Erica Hubbard- Talks Longevity, Not Slowing Down & Taking Full Control Of Her Career

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Brett Dismuke- Talks The New Normal of Production & Being Flexible In This Business

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Cara Chute Rosenbaum- Casting Director Gives Insight Into The Casting Process & Gives Advice To Actors In Regards To COVID-19

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Kron Moore- Talks Her Lead Role On Tyler Perry's, The Oval and Growth & Patience As An Actor

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David Alan Madrick- Talks Manifesting HIs Life & Career Through The Power Of Belief & Active Faith

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Brandee Evans- Star of P-Valley on Starz Talks About The New Show & Her Exciting Role

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Kristian Diaz- Talks Writing, Directing & Starring In His New Film, Retrocausality

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Carl Seaton- Talks Directing & His Love For Filmmaking

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Todd Anthony- Talks Knowing Yourself & Allowing Gods Light To Shine Through You

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Carrie Bernans- Actor, Professional Stunt Woman, Pro-Athlete & Producer; Successfully Wearing Multiple Hats & Being A Jack Of All Trades

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Trey Haley- President of Tri Destined Studios Talks Changing The Perception Of The World Through Film & TV

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Erica S. Bream- Talks The Casting Process, How To Stand Out During An Audition & What Makes A Great Self-Tape

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Valeka Jessica- Talks Booking The Room And Being Unapologetic In The Audition Room

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Kelsey Scott- Talks Being A Working Actor And Maintaining Career Longevity

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Ashleigh Morghan- Talks Shifting Her Mentality To Operate Her Acting Career As A Business & Becoming More Marketable

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Carole Jefferson- Talks Balancing Her Career As A Prosecutor While Also Pursuing Her Acting Career

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Rachael Grace- Talks How She Went From A Featured Background Role To Eventually Booking A Recurring Role On Black-ish

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Wendy Alane Wright- Talks Hollywood Winners Circle Academy & Helping Actors Succeed In The Industry

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Presilah Nunez- Talks The Evolution Of Her Auditioning Process & The Importance Of Being A Well Rounded Person In Order To Bring Depth To Your Characters

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Yvonne Senat Jones- How She Went From A Recurring Guest Star To A Series Regular Role In Tyler Perry's New Spinoff Show, "Ruthless"

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Andrea Myles- Talks Booking Her First Recurring Role On "Queen Sugar" After 7 Years Of Consistently Pursuing Her Dream

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Brely Evans- Stops By To Talk About Her New Class, "Acting Class: What They Didn't Tell You"

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Christina Elmore- Talks The Casting Process For Her Role As Condola On HBO's Insecure & Never Feeling A Sense Of Rejection When She Doesn't Book A Role

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Fernlea Crump-Murchison- Playwright & Founder of A Sound Vision, Inc, Talks About Her Journey Along With Years Of Writing & Producing Faith Based Stage Plays

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Paula Bryant-Ellis- Talks About Her New Powerful Series, Behind Her Faith & Staying True To Her Vision

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Audrey Harris- Talks Her Plans To Merge Faith And Hollywood & Gives Some Real Advice To Actors Looking To Make That Move To L.A.

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Samah Damanhoori- Talks Her Animated Short Film, Madina Paper (Paper City) & Being A Saudi Women's Rights Activist Fighting Against Her Country's Male Guardianship Rules

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Allyse Gibson- Talks Transitioning From Her 9 to 5, Creating Her Own Content & Taking Her Career Into Her Own Hands

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Shana Solomon- Talks Her New Book, "The Actor's Hustle" & Teaching Actors How To Take Their Careers To The Next Level

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Charmin Lee- Talks Maintaining Success In The Business For Over 30 Years & Her Online Masterclass, Book IT- Audition Technique- The Secrets

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Angela White- Talks Her Powerful Film, A Question Of Faith, New Book & Online School For Actors

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Damien D. Smith- Talks Creating Opportunities, Making A Name For Himself & Making An Impact Through His Art

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Louis Stancil- Talks Coaching Actors & Cultivating The Artist Gifts

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Linara Washington- Talks Taking Her MCAT Money To Buy Headshots & Eventually Pursuing Her Dreams Of Becoming An Actor

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Sheila Jaye- Talks Transitioning From The Atlanta Market To Los Angeles & How Actors Can Best Prepare

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Terrence Terrell- Emmy Award Winning Actor Talks His Journey Of Faith, Focus & Freedom And How It Led To His Ultimate Success

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Lena Anthony- A Soul Inspired Conversation With The Creator & Host Of Soulful Sundaze

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Tray Chaney- Talks About His Start From HBO's The Wire To Saints & Sinners And How Content Creation Has Been The Key To His Continued Success

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Nadia Flamenco- Talks Commitment, Balance & Stopping At Nothing To Acheive Success

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Judi Johnson- Co-Host Of Soulful Sundaze Talks Faith, Confidence & Passion vs Purpose

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Kiah Alexandria Clingman- How She Booked Her First SAG Role On Undercover Brother 2 From A Table Read

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Erman Baradi- Top Networker In Hollywood Talks Creating His Own Lane & The Power Of Networking

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Maria Tornberg- Headshot Photographer Talks About What It Takes To Get A Great Headshot

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Taja V. Simpson- How Her Hard Work & Faith Helped Her To Manifest Her Role On Tyler Perry's The Oval

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Chasity Saunders- How The Tragic Loss Of Her Father Helped Her To Walk In Her Purpose

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Gi'onna Kamille- Talks Using Life Challenges To Bring Life To Her Characters & How Doing Riverdale Reaction Videos Have Opened Doors For Her Career

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Caryn Ward Ross- Actress & Executive Producer Of "Craig Ross Jr's Monogamy" Talks About How Working On Herself From The Inside Out Has Helped Her Maintain Success In The Business

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Judy Kain- With Over 400 Commercials & 80 Credits, Acting Coach & Owner Of Keep It Real Acting Studios In Los Angeles Shares Her Story

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Jazmen Darnell Brown- TV Writer For OWN's Ambitions Talks About His Journey In The Industry

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Duane Finley- Talks Auditioning and Booking His First Role As "Young Slim" In The Film "The Wood"

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George Pierre- Top Atlanta Casting Director Shares His Knowledge Of The Casting Process

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Maria Howell- Talks About How Being A Featured Extra In 'The Color Purple' Launch Her Acting & Singing Career

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Sara Mornell- Acting Coach Talks The Mornell Method & Teaching Her Actors To Be Fearless While Owning The Audtion Room

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Mara Hall- Talks Booking Her First Series Regular Role On OWN's Ambitions After 11 Years

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Dinora Walcott- Talks The Ups & Downs Of The Industry & Her Love For Coaching Other Actors

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Jerrel O'Neal- Talks Using His Gifts & Hunger To Keep Him Going On His Journey As An Actor

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Khalimah- Creator Of The Bi-Weekly Networking Event "Screening Room ATL & Screening Room LA"

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Sheila Tajada- How Taking Risk In Her Life & Career Have Played A Major Role In Her Success

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Naomi Mack- Talks The Importance Of Collaboration, Her Love For Auditioning & How Living Life Freely Has Created Opportunities For Her

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Khalilah Joi- Talks Winning ABC's Talent Competition & Her Powerful Role On 'Grey's Anatomy' As A Rape Victim

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Brittany Inge- Talks Being Upgraded To Series Regular On BET's Boomerang & The Mindset Shifts She's Made With That Position