In The Moment: Acting, Art and Life

On today's episode, Tony chats with comedian, actress, and social media personality Manon Mathews. They talk about embracing the present, instead of resisting it, and going with the flow. Coupled with remembering to be authentic and the importance of doing your own thing.

On today's episode, Tony chats with actress Andrea Bordeaux, about trusting you're on the right path, having the courage to step into the unknown, and how important empathy is as an actor.

On today’s episode we have actress Dar Zuzovsky starring in “The Survivor”. They talk about parental relationships, Dar’s impression of Hollywood as a child, and her experience working with renowned director Barry Levinson. Don’t miss Dar in “The Survivor” on HBO max!

On Today’s episode we have actor Jon Prasida, starring in “Kung Fu”. They talk about what it’s like working on a professional set, the audition mindset, and life after a breakthrough. Check out Jon in Kung Fu on The CW, and stream both seasons on CW TV.

On today’s episode we have actress Simone Ashley starring in season 2 of Bridgerton. They discuss staying in the moment during long shoots, trusting your instincts on a high profile set, and having an open heart. Don’t miss Simone on the second season of Bridgerton coming to Netflix March 25th.

On today’s episode we have Adam Nee, writer of The Lost City, starring Sandra Bullock and Channing Tatum. Adam shares stories of shooting in the jungle, how their team collected the star studded cast, and discusses with Tony how it truly is about the journey, not the destination. You won’t want to miss The Lost City coming to theaters March 25th.

On today’s episode we have actor Daryl McCormack starring in "Good Luck to You Leo Grand" alongside Emma Thompson which had great success in the 2022 Sundance Film Festival. They talk about the importance of kindness and relationships within the industry, allowing yourself to step into big opportunities, and finding a piece of yourself in every role. Keep an eye out for "Good Luck To You Leo Grand" on Hulu as well as catching him in "Peaky Blinders" on Netflix.

On today’s episode we have actress Camille Hyde starring in All American Homecoming premiering February 21st on The CW. They talk about Challenging yourself with new roles, Imposter syndrome, and how the industry has shifted with the focus on diversity. Tune in to The CW on February 21st to catch Camille!

On today’s episode we have actors Mariel Molino and Tonatiuh Elizarraraz both starring in Promised Land, coming to ABC on January 24th. They discuss the rewarding risk of taking creative liberty as actors, their unique experience shooting Promised Land, and the importance of honoring their cultural roots. Don't miss Mariel and Tonatiuh on ABC or stream it on Hulu!

On today's episode, Tony chats with AMAW Teacher Ben Hodge and teen students Olivia Pituch, Edha Gupta and Christina Ellis. Listen in as they talk book bans, diversity, and the activism aspect of being an artist.

On today's episode, Tony chats with actress Sierra Capri, star of the show "On My Block". They discuss diversity in the industry, Hollywood's obsession with youth, and her experience on set going from being the newbie to learning the ropes. Check out the final season airing now on Netflix!

On today's episode we have actress Hope Lauren, starring in "The Republic of Sarah" on the CW. They chat about navigating the casting room, tips and tricks on set (like how to cry on command five days in a row), and how important it is to live a full life o bring that experience to the work.

On today's episode, we have AMAW Actors James Roch and Sibongile Mlambo, both recently featured in the same episode of Netflix's 'Black Lightning'. They discuss diversity in today's industry, how to avoid perfectionism, and how to tear down the walls to become authentically 'you.'

On today's episode, Tony chats with actress Edy Ganem, known for her role on Lifetime's Devious Maids. They touch on the struggle of Social Media comparison, cultural representation in Hollywood, and the race to fame among today's youth. They discuss how to breakthrough to truly being in the moment and how it helps to create authentic work.

On today's episode, Tony chats with Casting Director Lisa London about how important Acting training is, the nature of the Casting Business, and how to correctly prepare to book the job as YOU!

On today's episode, Tony chats with Chelsea Harris, starring in Snowpiercer and featured in the upcoming Top Gun Reboot, about how to show up for yourself as an actor and have the tools to deal with the challenges. They discuss the importance of finding your authentic self, and how to be a role model for those discovering who they really are.

On Today's Episode we have Manager, Producer, and Entrepreneur, Jay Froberg. Founder of global media & entertainment company “Roar” helping artists to achieve their artistic and commercial goals. Tony & him chat about the business of acting, talent representation, and how to adapt to the industry to navigate a successful career. Link in bio! USE PROMO CODE AMS20 when purchasing Jay’s Online Master Class “The Art of Guiding Your Acting Career."

On today's episode, Tony chats with Actress, Writer, and Producer Lauren Swickard about the difficulties of typecasting, the nature of Social Media, and creating our own content in today's industry. Actress, writer and producer Lauren Swickard has written and sold multiple original screenplays throughout her short but impressive professional career. Most recently, she created, wrote, produced and starred in A California Christmas, one of a small handful of feature films to start and complete production in the midst of the pandemic. The film is in post-production and is slotted for broad release in December, 2020 as a Netflix Original. Lauren's most recent endeavor is lead writer and producer for Casa Grande - an episodic series she created that is scheduled for distribution in January, 2021. The narrative explores the dramatic truths of our country's allure to immigrants and illustrates what mankind will endure in pursuit of the American dream. A Cincinnati native, Lauren excelled in the arts at a young age. Her artistic talent stems from her early years in musical theatre, pre-professional ballet, and studies at The E.W. Scripps School of Journalism at Ohio University. Lauren also attended the prestigious School of American Ballet and she has performed on the professional stage with the Cincinnati Ballet Company. Lauren pulls from more than seven years and 40+ credits of screen acting experience, performing roles on feature films, award winning short films, and television series in drama and comedy. She began her professional acting career in high school with a small role on the TV Movie, "Shelter," working with JJ Abrams. Now represented by Powerline Entertainment, she can be seen in Netflix's "Dear White People," "Roped" and countless projects currently airing on the Lifetime Movie Network, the Syfy channel, and Amazon Prime.

On Today's episode, Tony chats with TV and Film International Casting Director Nancy Bishop, known for everything from The Pink Panther, to The Illusionist, The Avengers, and Borat Subsequent Moviefilm which has already won more than 26 awards, and is up for a few Golden Globes as well! They discuss the world of Casting Lists, how to get seen by a Casting Director, and how to chase good work as an actor.

On today's episode Tony chats with Dr. Anoop Kumar about the hidden creative brain. They discuss identity, the connection between physiology & imagination, and being authentically you in acting and in life.

Today Tony chats with Mother & Daughter Actresses Sally & Phoebe Dynevor. They discuss how to grow into your confidence as an actor, and reminisce about powerful past AMAW Acting Intensives that impacted their lives. Between Sally's years on the soap opera "Coronation Street," and a new Shonda Rhimes show premiering on Netflix Christmas Day called "Bridgerton" that Phoebe is starring in, they both have been keeping quite busy in the industry.

On today's episode, Tony chats with Toddy Smith about his journey as an actor, content creation, and the current climate of social media.

Anthony and actress Hassie Harrison chat today about her role on the shows "Yellowstone" and "Tacoma FD". She discusses her journey navigating between a drama and a comedy. They explore the changing landscape of acting in 2020, and the importance of recognizing the issues we face today.

On today's episode, Tony chats with the talented Izabela Vidovic about her journey through the film industry as a child to teen Actress. They talk about her role on the Veronica Mars reboot, her first big Hollywood film with #juliaroberts, and producing her own film. They also discuss immigration and climate issues, how the times have changed, and the possible future awakening on the horizon.

Today Tony talks with the cast of his film, "Where We Go From Here", which is screening until October 14th 2020 on Cinequest Online Film Festival if you'd like to check it out. The film follows three love stories with common themes; including topics like immigration rights, gun violence, climate refugees, and how the problems interconnect us as human beings. Enjoy their discussion about the film, and how we can relate to the struggles now more than ever.

On today's chat, Tony speaks with South Africa and Hollywood Casting Director Russell Boast about the bravery of acting, the struggles of COVID-19, and how important it is to get out of your own way.

On today's episode, Tony chats with Michael Bisping, an Actor, UFC Champion, & Martial Arts Extraordinaire. They discuss his journey from the ring to Hollywood, and how scary it is to be vulnerable as an actor. After winning every Martial Arts competition he fought, he decided to explore a new career in the arts to see how far he could go in the world of Acting.

On today's episode, Tony chats with Greg & Thomas Bekkers from Apollo Management, about the uncertainty in the entertainment industry in 2020. They discuss how an actor finds the right agent or manager, plus tell stories about triumphs, struggles, and lessons learned, throughout their journey in "The Biz".

Greg Bekkers took a unique path in starting his own talent management company, Apollo Management. His non traditional way of thinking started from a young age and from having lived in over eight countries and many more cities before landing in Los Angeles nearly seven years ago. Before starting his talent management company five years ago he had already started and ran three companies. His international view and entrepreneurial experience have given him a fresh view on the industry and how talent management should be. What makes Apollo Management stand out is personal attention and our way of thinking. We don’t take any of the old ways of how things are done at face value, I want to know what actually works. Not listening to “how it’s always been done”. That’s why I’m most proud of the culture that we’ve built at Apollo Management. It’s not just about being better actors or getting more bookings, it’s about being better human beings. In my eyes, those type of people always succeed long term. I’m very lucky to work with clients and a team that is like that. You can also check out his podcast, Breaking Through with Apollo: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/breaking-through-with-apollo/id1504192996 And on Instagram: @theapollomanagement @gregbekkers

On today's episode, Tony chats with Casting Director Seth Yanklewitz about tips on how to nail it in the audition room. Actors asked him questions about the nature of Casting, and where the industry might be going during COVID-19. Please note this live zoom was held on May 21st 2020 before the Black Lives Matter Protests had begun so there is no mention of this important and necessary movement in this recorded conversation.

On today's episode, Tony chats with Managers James Prier and Stephen Harmon from management company "X Division." They discuss what your motives should be when approaching the work, the nature of Hollywood lists, and how to keep your self-worth throughout the struggles of the business, especially during COVID-19. This was previously recorded on May 19th 2020, before the Black Lives Matter Protests had begun so please note there is no mention of this important and necessary movement in this recorded conversation. Link in bio!#amaw #amawstudios #anthonymeindl #xdivision #actorslife #casting #actors #actress #podcast

On today's episode, Anthony chats with Manager and Film Producer Jeff Morrone. This was previously recorded on April 30th 2020 before the Black Lives Matter Protests had begun -- so please note there is no mention of this important and necessary movement in this recorded conversation. Tony did a live instragram and zoom with Jeff while the audience asked a number of different questions about the business and the art of finding great representation.

Anthony Interviews James Maslow by Anthony Meindl

Today Tony chats with Lauren Compton about Acting, Art, & Life.

On today's episode, Tony chats with Casting Directors Amber Horn and Danielle Aufiero about the Do's and Dont's in the Audition Room.

Anthony Meindl sits down with actress Cassandra Scerbo to discuss acting, art, & life.

Acting is pretty low risk compared to getting caught in an avalanche.

Interview with young star of Netflix’s Mr. Iglesias.

The star of "Shameless" and "The Conners" talks growing up on TV and having success at and early age.

Actress and "actor inspirer" Wendy Braun shares her approach to acting and having a successful career and life.

Talks transitioning from athlete to actor, working on HBO’s Euphoria and working with Tony on Where We Go From Here.

How they turned their lives into a revenue stream. Advice on boosting your social media following.

AMAW Movement and Dance Teacher. All things bodies, science and spirit.

AMAW teachers share some pearls of wisdom from the acting studio and encourage you to trust in yourself and know you are enough.

Hollywood talents manager offers advice based on his years of experience representing talent.

AMAW Master Teacher Lindsay Frame talks about life, love, art and teaching.

Actress and casting director, Martin stars in Netflix’s Gentefied.

What it's like working on HBO's new series Euphoria. Life and art, and things get a little existential.

Star of Once Upon a Time In Hollywood and the new Penny Dreadful spin off, Lorenza Izzo opens up about the ups and downs of the industry.

Busy Casting Director David Rapaport gives helpful and practical insider advice on the casting process.