Think Bigger Actors Podcast

Vertical dramas — those two-minute, phone-first shows on apps like Tubi, ReelShort, and MyDrama — are now an $8 billion business. SAG just launched a Verticals Agreement. Fox is producing hundreds. Disney's investing millions. In this episode, DaJuan breaks down how to do verticals — what they are, why they matter, and how actors can use this moment to stop waiting for permission and start creating in the new storytelling lane that's already here. Featuring a conversation with producer Guy Chachkes. CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching WHO IS THIS GUY? Check me out at: www.thinkbiggercoaching.com

Talent Manager DaVida Chanel Baker breaks down what reps are really looking for—and how to turn your rep relationship into a true partnership. A must-listen for actors ready to take control of their careers. Casting Network: For a limited time, Casting Networks is offering our listeners $65 off a Premium Annual membership when you use the code "THINKBIGGER" at checkout, and start submitting to casting calls right away. Terms and conditions apply. Visit https://www.castingnetworks.com/promo-codes/ to learn more. CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching WHO IS THIS GUY? Check me out at: www.thinkbiggercoaching.com CONNECT WITH DaVida: Instagram: @davidachanel

So you want to be an actor and also something else? Good, let's talk about it! CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching WHO IS THIS GUY? Check me out at: www.thinkbiggercoaching.com

Showrunner Shaz Bennett (Queen Sugar, Bosch) reveals what makes a self-tape stand out—and what casting is really looking for. A must-listen for actors who want to stop guessing and start booking. Casting Network: For a limited time, Casting Networks is offering our listeners $65 off a Premium Annual membership when you use the code "THINKBIGGER" at checkout, and start submitting to casting calls right away. Terms and conditions apply. Visit https://www.castingnetworks.com/promo-codes/ to learn more. CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching WHO IS THIS GUY? Check me out at: www.thinkbiggercoaching.com CONNECT WITH SHAZ Instagram: @shazbennett

Before booking recurring roles on Criminal Minds and The Rookie, Jon Snow spent hours in the audition room as a reader for a casting director. In this episode, Jon shares what that experience taught him—why the actor who's most present often stands out, how over-rehearsing can kill a moment, and the small shifts that can make a performance land. He also pulls back the curtain on what casting is actually paying attention to, the choices that quietly take you out of the running, and how shifting his perspective changed everything about the way he auditions. Casting Network: For a limited time, Casting Networks is offering our listeners $65 off a Premium Annual membership when you use the code "THINKBIGGER" at checkout, and start submitting to casting calls right away. Terms and conditions apply. Visit https://www.castingnetworks.com/promo-codes/ to learn more. CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching WHO IS THIS GUY? Check me out at: www.thinkbiggercoaching.com CONNECT WITH JON Instagram: @the_jon_snow

Once you have an acting coach, you then have to learn how to work with one. Don't worry, I'll tell you how to do it in this episode. CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching WHO IS THIS GUY? Check me out at: www.thinkbiggercoaching.com

One day, she's crying in her car after bombing an audition. The next? Recurring roles on NCIS: Los Angeles and Bosch: Legacy. In this episode, Denise Sanchez shares the raw truth behind her rise—how burnout almost made her quit, what pulled her back in, and the mindset shift that changed everything. This one's for any actor who's ever felt like giving up... but didn't. Casting Network: For a limited time, Casting Networks is offering our listeners $65 off a Premium Annual membership when you use the code "THINKBIGGER" at checkout, and start submitting to casting calls right away. Terms and conditions apply. Visit https://www.castingnetworks.com/promo-codes/ to learn more. CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching WHO IS THIS GUY? Check me out at: www.thinkbiggercoaching.com CONNECT WITH DENISE: Instagram: @denisegsanchez

You write it. You star in it. It wins awards… and still, they only see you as "the writer." In this episode, actor and creator Luke Barnett gets brutally honest about what it's like to break through—and still be overlooked. We talk about identity, resilience, and what it really takes to carve out a place in Hollywood when the industry has other plans. This one's for the actors building something real—even when it feels invisible. Casting Network: For a limited time, Casting Networks is offering our listeners $65 off a Premium Annual membership when you use the code "THINKBIGGER" at checkout, and start submitting to casting calls right away. Terms and conditions apply. Visit https://www.castingnetworks.com/promo-codes/ to learn more. CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching WHO IS THIS GUY? Check me out at: www.thinkbiggercoaching.com CONNECT WITH LUKE: Twitter (X): @LukeBarnett

She booked it! In this episode, I sat down with a Think Bigger Coaching client who just booked a role on the same Disney show I recur on. We talk about what it's like working together on set, how she landed the role, and the truth about self-taping in today's industry. This is what I mean when I say #SeeYouOnSet—it's not just a phrase. It's the whole mission. Grab the Self Tape Playbook! http://www.selftapeplaybook.com/ CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching WHO IS THIS GUY? Check me out at: www.thinkbiggercoaching.com

Success doesn't silence self-doubt. In this powerful episode, Hacks and Pose star Johnny Sibilly gets honest about what happens after the big break. From the pressure to represent entire communities to the toll of always having to "be on," Johnny shares the side of success most actors never hear about. If you've ever felt like rest isn't an option, or visibility comes at a cost—you need this conversation. Plus, I kick things off with some real talk about showing up in uncertain times, a wild email I got about L.A., and why our work as artists has never been separate from the world around us. Casting Network: For a limited time, Casting Networks is offering our listeners $65 off a Premium Annual membership when you use the code "THINKBIGGER" at checkout, and start submitting to casting calls right away. Terms and conditions apply. Visit https://www.castingnetworks.com/promo-codes/ to learn more. CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching WHO IS THIS GUY? Check me out at: www.thinkbiggercoaching.com CONNECT WITH Johnny: Instagram: @johnnysibilly

Season 6 - Don't Move to L.A. Grab the Self Tape Playbook! http://www.selftapeplaybook.com/ CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching WHO IS THIS GUY? Check me out at: www.thinkbiggercoaching.com

Actor, writer, and voice of The Simpsons' first gay Cuban character, Tony Rodriguez, joins me to talk about taking creative risks, breaking barriers—and how one self-tape he posted for fun led to the role of a lifetime. This is what happens when you stop waiting for permission and just put the damn tape out. Casting Network: For a limited time, Casting Networks is offering our listeners $65 off a Premium Annual membership when you use the code "THINKBIGGER" at checkout, and start submitting to casting calls right away. Terms and conditions apply. Visit https://www.castingnetworks.com/promo-codes/ to learn more. CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching WHO IS THIS GUY? Check me out at: www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Secure your spot for the 2025 Retreat: https://thinkbiggercourses.com/actors-retreat2025/ CONNECT WITH TONY: Instagram: @thetonyrodrig

Season 6 - Finding your wolfpack! Grab the Self Tape Playbook! http://www.selftapeplaybook.com/ CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching WHO IS THIS GUY? Check me out at: www.thinkbiggercoaching.com

From Romcom lead to producer to low-key house flipper, Brent Bailey is proof that success doesn't have to look like a straight line. In this episode, Brent talks about betting on yourself, writing the movie that got him on Lifetime, and why taking the "untraditional" path might be the smartest move you make. Casting Network: For a limited time, Casting Networks is offering our listeners $65 off a Premium Annual membership when you use the code "THINKBIGGER" at checkout, and start submitting to casting calls right away. Terms and conditions apply. Visit https://www.castingnetworks.com/promo-codes/ to learn more. CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching WHO IS THIS GUY? Check me out at: www.thinkbiggercoaching.com CONNECT WITH BRENT: Instagram: @brentmbailey

Season 6 - Let's talk agents! Grab the Self Tape Playbook! http://www.selftapeplaybook.com/ CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching WHO IS THIS GUY? Check me out at: www.thinkbiggercoaching.com

What if everything you believed about "making it" in this industry was a lie? Actor, writer, and creator Brandi Nicole drops the truth about the myth of job-to-job success, building a career outside of LA, and reclaiming your creative power—on your terms. Grab the Self Tape Playbook! http://www.selftapeplaybook.com/ CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching WHO IS THIS GUY? Check me out at: www.thinkbiggercoaching.com CONNECT WITH BRANDI: Instagram: @creativelyb

Season 6 kicks off with DaJuan Johnson breaking down the current State of the Industry—what's shifting, what's working, and what actors need to know now. Kicking off Season 6 of the Think Bigger Actors Podcast with a powerful State of the Industry episode—hosted by DaJuan Johnson. Grab the Self Tape Playbook! CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching WHO IS THIS GUY? www.thinkbiggercoaching.com

A couple weeks after the 2024 Presidential election and I've got a few things to say...so, I pulled up a chair and laid it all out on the POD. Just me, my thoughts and a bit of a broken heart looking for a little bit of clarity. TAKE THE QUIZ: http://www.theselftapequiz.com CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching WHO IS THIS GUY? www.thinkbiggercoaching.com

Welcome back to the Think Bigger Actors Podcast! This week, I share the four things you should consider when looking for an acting teacher. CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching WHO IS THIS GUY? www.thinkbiggercoaching.com

In this episode, I sat down with Ronnie Steadman, a tax professional specializing in the entertainment industry, to discuss the financial challenges actors face. Every creative needs to listen to this episode! CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching SELF TAPE PLAYBOOK: HERE! TAKE THE QUIZ: www.theselftapequiz.com WHO IS THIS GUY? www.thinkbiggercoaching.com CONNECT WITH RONNIE: https://rsteadman.com/ [email protected]

Welcome back to the Think Bigger Actors Podcast! This week is all about breaking down your limiting beliefs and being honest with yourself. CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching WHO IS THIS GUY? www.thinkbiggercoaching.com

In this episode, I sit down with Raymond Lee to discuss all things acting and mindset. It's another episode that is not to be missed. CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching SELF TAPE PLAYBOOK: HERE! TAKE THE QUIZ: www.theselftapequiz.com WHO IS THIS GUY? www.thinkbiggercoaching.com

Welcome back to the Think Bigger Actors Podcast! I am so excited to be here and share my version of a D-12 minisode with you all! I hope you enjoy it. CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching

In this episode, I sit down with Tom Bernardo, the showrunner of BOSCH, at the Think Bigger Actors Retreat, and we dive deep into the importance of preparation, the power of surprise, and how actors can make their mark by staying ready for their next big moment. CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching SELF TAPE PLAYBOOK: HERE! TAKE THE QUIZ: www.theselftapequiz.com WHO IS THIS GUY? www.thinkbiggercoaching.com

Welcome back to the Think Bigger Actors Podcast! I am so excited to be here and share my version of a D-12 minisode with you all! I hope you enjoy it. CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching

Casting director Cara Chute Rosenbaum joins me as a guest at the annual Think Bigger Actors Retreat, sharing invaluable insights on the importance of self-care, mastering self-taping, and embracing authenticity in auditions. Her powerful statement, "Wouldn't call you in if you couldn't book it," resonated deeply with every actor, prompting reflection and inspiration. This is not a podcast you want to miss. CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching SELF TAPE PLAYBOOK: HERE! TAKE THE QUIZ: www.theselftapequiz.com WHO IS THIS GUY? www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Connect With Cara: @ccrcasting

Today on the Think Bigger Actors Podcast, we have the legendary Paul, a true veteran of the acting world. Paul shares his incredible journey from aspiring baseball player to renowned actor, guided by an unwavering passion for the craft. He delves into the lessons learned from decades in the industry, the importance of trusting your instincts, and the ever-evolving nature of acting. Discover why Paul believes in pursuing acting for the love of it and treating it as a business to navigate the inevitable challenges and rejections. This conversation is a masterclass in resilience, passion, and continuous growth from one of the industry's most seasoned performers! CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching SELF TAPE PLAYBOOK: HERE! TAKE THE QUIZ: www.theselftapequiz.com WHO IS THIS GUY? www.thinkbiggercoaching.com

Adele James. British actress: Casualty, Netflix's African Queen Docuseries, Queen Cleopatra – she played Cleopatra. Adele is also the creator of the Empowered Actors Network, Holistic Approach for Actors, a global program dedicated to helping actors navigate the industry's realities with resilience and strategic insight. She shares her journey of building systems and networks from scratch, the emotional highs and lows of auditions, and the profound importance of mindset in sustaining a successful acting career. Adele James Instagram Think Bigger Actors Retreat www.thinkbiggeractorsretreat.com Insta: @thinkbiggercoaching https://www.instagram.com/thinkbiggercoaching/ CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching Think Bigger Actors Retreat: https://thinkbiggercourses.com/actors-retreat/ WHO IS THIS GUY? www.thinkbiggeractorsretreat.com

Live Podcast brought to you from the Reimagined Actor Experience. Today's episode I dive in deep with Andrea Courtney LA manager at Established Artists and Bella Hibbs, Casting Director - based in Arizona. We really pull a part the industry as it is right now and that pesky DO LESS note that we get from casting directors. Oof! It's been wrecking actors' confidence for ages now. Think Bigger Actors Retreat www.thinkbiggeractorsretreat.com Insta: @thinkbiggercoaching https://www.instagram.com/thinkbiggercoaching/ Andrea Courtney https://www.instagram.com/andreacourtney_manager/ Southwest Actors Conference & Bella Hibbs https://www.southwestactorsconference.com/ https://www.instagram.com/swactorsconx/ CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching Think Bigger Actors Retreat: https://thinkbiggercourses.com/actors-retreat/ WHO IS THIS GUY? www.thinkbiggeractorsretreat.com

Spencer Garrett – 3rd generation actor – Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty. Bosch, For All Mankind, Credits upon, Credits. Spencer works…but the convo that really got to me was the evolution of his roles and how he managed to stay relevant in the industry for nearly 40 years, along with his perseverance in the acting profession. The shift from in-person auditions to self-tapes and the adjustments he had to make to succeed in this new audition format. Just to name a few. Spencer gives a great talk in this episode. CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching Think Bigger Actors Retreat: https://thinkbiggercourses.com/actors-retreat/ WHO IS THIS GUY? www.thinkbiggeractorsretreat.com CONNECT WITH SPENCER: Instagram: @spencergarrett1

In this episode, I sit down with Jodie Bentley, Career Coach for Actors. who emphasizes the importance of business skills and mindset in the industry. But, I know her as the BRANDING QUEEN. Jodie's expertise in branding has made her a leading figure in our industry, helping actors define their unique identity and stand out in a competitive market. CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching Think Bigger Actors Retreat: https://thinkbiggercourses.com/actors-retreat/ WHO IS THIS GUY? www.thinkbiggeractorsretreat.com CONNECT WITH JODIE: Instagram: @jodiebentley Website: https://jodiebentley.com/ 3 Months Free of Actor's Office: https://jodiebentleycareercoach.thrivecart.com/the-actors-office-3-months-free/ The Actor's Office: https://www.theactorsoffice.com/

Today's guest we have Rose Rosen, Casting Director and Host of the podcast Casting Confidential! We break down so much in this freaking episode. We deep dive into the business of acting in this podcast. I always love hearing this broken down from a CD's perspective: Slates, Self-Tapes. How to really build relationships with Casting Directors, and so much more. I say, grab a snack or throw me in your ear and go for a walk. It's about to get gooooood. CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching Think Bigger Actors Retreat: https://thinkbiggercourses.com/tbc-retreat-waitlist/ WHO IS THIS GUY? www.thinkbiggercoaching.com CONNECT WITH ROSE: Instagram: @roserosencsa Website: https://castingbyroserosen.com/ 30 Days free of Casting Confidential: https://buy.stripe.com/fZebM4fNEeop1H2aEF

In this episode, I sit down with Kahyun Kim and do some cocaine. Okay, that part is a lie, but we do talk about booking her amazing role in the film, Cocaine Bear. Having to act with a silver ball, working with Elizabeth Banks, and why it's so freaking important to bring "F*ck it" to your career. CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching SELF TAPE PLAYBOOK: http://www.selftapeplaybook.com/ WHO IS THIS GUY? www.thinkbiggercoaching.com CONNECT WITH KAHYUN: Instagram: @Kahyunkim257 TikTok: @Kahyunkim257

In this episode, I sat down with the multifaceted Jon Lindstrom, known for his iconic roles in "General Hospital," "As The World Turns," and his new title of best-selling author, with the "Hollywood Hustle." This conversation delves deep into the valleys and peaks of an acting career, the mindset required for longevity in Hollywood, and the importance of diversifying your creative endeavors. CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching SELF TAPE PLAYBOOK: http://www.selftapeplaybook.com/ WHO IS THIS GUY? www.thinkbiggercoaching.com CONNECT WITH JON: Instagram: @jonlindstrom Twitter: @thejonlindstrom Facebook: facebook.com/jonlindstrom Threads: @jonlindstrom

We're kicking off Season 5 with Emmy nominated actor, Cameron Britton. I first fell in love with this guy after his incredible performance as a famous serial killer in 'Mindhunter'. But, maybe you know him from 'A Man Called Otto' opposite Tom Hanks, 'Umbrella Academy' opposite Mary J Blige or 'Manhunt'. Cameron is a working freaking actor… And he popped in and chatted with me and some think bigger fans - LIVE! And what a great talk we freaking had. Enjoy. CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching SELF TAPE PLAYBOOK: HERE! TAKE THE QUIZ: www.theselftapequiz.com WHO IS THIS GUY? www.thinkbiggercoaching.com

In this Season 5 kickoff of the Think Bigger Actors Podcast, I dive into the current state of our industry, reflecting on the impacts of the recent strike, my agency imploding, and the ever-evolving dynamics of what it means to be a "working actor" today. I'm using this S5 opener as a call to action for actors at every stage of their career to reassess their goals, strategies, and perspective as we really reset how we view "making it and working in today's industry. I'll tell you how I do it- by HOLDING THE VISION. NOT THE CIRCUMSTANCES. CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching SELF TAPE PLAYBOOK: HERE! TAKE THE QUIZ: www.theselftapequiz.com WHO IS THIS GUY? www.thinkbiggercoaching.com

Today's guest is Casting Director John Levey. He might not like being called a legendary casting director, but when you worked on some of the greatest shows – ER, West Wing, and Shameless – I think we can call ya a legend. Or at least legend adjacent. We chatted about his new book RIGHT FOR THE ROLE (link below) and so much more…but his take on bringing these few things as some of the secret sauce to your work was mind-blowing: Authenticity, Intelligence, Sensitivity, Imagination, Talent! CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching SELF TAPE PLAYBOOK: HERE! TAKE THE QUIZ: www.theselftapequiz.com WHO IS THIS GUY? www.thinkbiggercoaching.com CONNECT WITH John Levey: Link for John Levey's Book: Here! Instagram: @john_frank_levey_ Website: www.johnfranklevey.com

Today's guest is Casting Director Seth Caskey. Mayor of Kingstown, What/IF, Glow. A few things we talked about… How he used to be an actor and the turning point that led him to Casting. How being a professional actor, he has time for…not needy actor energy. Being in the room is the part of the job he loves the most, but that same part of the job also wears him out. How to keep in touch with Casting. Networking in Business. But, I really loved his answer on Self-Tape and the perceptions we hold as actors about our opportunities, of our chances of booking more IN THE ROOM. Self Tapes: What are you basing your perception off of – going into the room. You had no idea what your odds ever were? It's an assumption you are choosing to make. CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching TAKE THE QUIZ: www.theselftapequiz.com WHO IS THIS GUY? www.thinkbiggercoaching.com CONNECT WITH SETH: Instagram: @sethcaskey Website: sethcaskey.com Sub-page for actors to send me their materials: https://www.sethcaskey.com/actorsubmissions

The AGENT EPISODE: Anthony Boyer Breaks It All The Way Down This might be one of the most important podcasts I've ever done. Whether you are a new actor, development, or veteran. This talk with Anthony Boyer was amazing. Topics covered: Why ACTORS ARE BAD BOSSES of their Acting Business How not being prepared for your self-tapes can get the kiss of death How Actors Are asking the WRONG QUESTIONS to their team The Real Trajectory of a "working actor" What is a development Actor Stop Treating Your relationship with your Team as only Transactional Actors In other Markets going to bigger cities Why submission reports can be seen as negative How actors must EMPOWER themselves When is it really time to leave your agent? From an Agent's perspective. And so much more. **Don't forget to stick around til the end for D-12 Coaching Shot where I bring it all together. Anthony's Companion PDF: 411 Agent Episode CONNECT WITH ANTHONY: Twitter: https://twitter.com/AnthonyBoyerDDO Instagram: @AnthonyBoyerDDO CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching TAKE THE QUIZ: www.theselftapequiz.com WHO IS THIS GUY? www.thinkbiggercoaching.com

STRIKE STRIKE STRIKE! And we're back…Strike be damned! Today, we are catching up on all things STRIKE related…and then we are going to calm our anxieties and fears with some TAPPING. Sarah Louise Lilley is here to chat with us. **Don't forget to stick around til the end for D-12 Coaching Shot, where I bring it all together. CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching TAKE THE QUIZ: www.theselftapequiz.com WHO IS THIS GUY? www.thinkbiggercoaching.com

Dennis Gonzalez talks about change, transition, and evolution in today's industry. We also dive into actors seeking outside validation and a new mindset around it. But, my favorite is the question that you should ask yourself about this moment in our industry: Is this something you're willing to go through…to continue to persevere through? This is another fire episode, and I hope you stick around for the D12 shot in the end, where I bring it all together. CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching TAKE THE QUIZ: www.theselftapequiz.com WHO IS THIS GUY? www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Self Tape Travel Studio: www.selftapetravelstudio.com

Throwback to last year's interview with Brian Michael Smith. It was so good that I had to feature it again. This time, with a new Intro and D12 shot! Today's episode we have Brian Micheal Smith, the first Black Trans Man cast in a series regular role on network TV! Lone Star 911. This is such an inspiring episode - not because it's the Pride Month, Trans Episode – that part IS pretty amazing. But, honestly, because Brian is our people – he speaks our language – Mindset and Living your purpose. But the way he broke down his Mindset and Purpose ON acting gave me chills. How he got super specific and wrote down - so he can call in all of his next-level roles – including the current Series Regular role he's playing right now. Get your pen and paper out because issa about to be a BLUES CLUES episode. CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching TAKE THE QUIZ: www.theselftapequiz.com WHO IS THIS GUY? www.thinkbiggercoaching.com JOIN THE CLUB: www.thebookersclub.com Self Tape Travel Studio: www.selftapetravelstudio.com

Today's guest we have Giovanni Porta – Writer, Producer, Actor. This episode was so freaking special. Giovanni was so real, so transparent about why he stopped acting. How it wasn't fun anymore and he literally had to stop for his mental health. I got chills listening to him. And of course, he goes on and lays out his path for now how he has found so much success pitching and selling his scripts - AND GETTING them made. I'm in awe of him. This podcast is seriously why I wanted to do the Think Bigger Actors Podcast. ** Stick around until the end for my D12 shot, where I bring it all together! CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching TAKE THE QUIZ: www.theselftapequiz.com WHO IS THIS GUY? www.thinkbiggercoaching.com JOIN THE CLUB:www.thebookersclub.com Self Tape Travel Studio: www.selftapetravelstudio.com

The Working Actor Series Today's guest we have Josh Brener, The Last of Us, Glory Daze, Silicon Valley - and so many other voice-over characters you know and love. We talked about his trajectory to CAA and how it wasn't as smooth as I had romanticized it in my head. You know because sometimes from the outside we see people get on a BIG SHOW like HBO's Silicon Valley or in the trades we see they're working opposite Snoop Dogg and we think – of course, CAA came knocking – but it didn't happen that way and he breaks down his path. Spoiler Alert – the path was riddled with panic, panic, panic followed by anxiety, fear, and more panic. ** Stick around until the end for my D12 shot, where I bring it all together! CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching TAKE THE QUIZ: www.theselftapequiz.com WHO IS THIS GUY? www.thinkbiggercoaching.com JOIN THE CLUB:www.thebookersclub.com

Ciera Payton is an accomplished actress, entrepreneur, and philanthropist hailing from New Orleans. Most recently, Ciera showed her talent for bringing real people to life in Lifetime's Wendy Williams biopic. Williams' superfans campaigned on social media to cast her as the larger-than-life celebrity and Ciera's raw portrayal of the infamous talk show host did not disappoint. She landed her first role as the female lead opposite Steven Seagal in the action feature Flight of Fury. Since her breakout role, she has shared the screen with Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Nicolas Cage, Kevin Hart, Josh Brolin, and many more acclaimed artists. ** Stick around until the end for my D12 shot! CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching TAKE THE QUIZ: www.theselftapequiz.com WHO IS THIS GUY? www.thinkbiggercoaching.com JOIN THE CLUB:www.thebookersclub.com CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: https://www.instagram.com/cierapayton https://cierapayton.com/ https://theintrive.com/ https://michaelsdaughter.org/

Today's guest is Jamie McShane. You might know him from the hit Netflix show Wednesday, or the Lincoln Lawyer, or freaking Bloodlines – which I was a huuuuge fan of…so when he came on to BOSCH and I got to work with him. Why did I want to get him on here soooo badly? Not because has been on all of those hit shows…and not because he's a friend of mine…but honestly because of his story. I think it's so freaking inspirational…how it took him TWENTY FIVE years to book a series regular. **Stick around until the end for the D12 shot! CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching TAKE THE QUIZ: www.theselftapequiz.com WHO IS THIS GUY? www.thinkbiggercoaching.com JOIN THE CLUB:www.thebookersclub.com

Today I pulled up a chair and chatted with Casting Director, Lisa Zambetti. She cast a slew of things, but most recently Criminal Minds. We dove deep and she addressed the State of the Industry right now, she shared some HARD DATA on what she's seen with actors that have booked and gave some GREAT words of wisdom on why the clothes in your closet make the best wardrobe for your characters…I'd never thought of it this way. **Don't forget to stick around til the end for D-12 Coaching Shot where I bring it all together. CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching TAKE THE QUIZ: www.theselftapequiz.com WHO IS THIS GUY? www.thinkbiggercoaching.com JOIN THE CLUB:www.thebookersclub.com Lisa Zambetti: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/lisazambetticasting/ Mediation: CLICK HERE https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/081-a-little-gift-of-relaxation-from-lisa/id1537283659?i=1000592530173 Bitly link: https://apple.co/3KdcCQj Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors.

I'm going to tell you right now…if you have aligned yourself with the struggle of "Actors always get taken advantage of when it comes to money." or the "starving artist trope…" this is not the podcast for you. Because your toes will be stepped on…in the most loving way. So I'm going to ask your permission – should you choose to keep on…that your toes might get a little hurt. Cuz, Baby…we're talking money. Today's guest is Miata Edoga, the CEO and Founder of Abundance Bound, actor. For over two decades, she has been helping individuals of all backgrounds establish a healthier, more compassionate relationship with their money – whether they are just starting out, starting over, or starting to wonder how they should handle their growing wealth. CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching TAKE THE QUIZ: www.theselftapequiz.com WHO IS THIS GUY? www.thinkbiggercoaching.com JOIN THE CLUB:www.thebookersclub.com CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: https://abundancebound.com/ Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors.

Welcome to the Think Bigger Actors Podcast; I'm your host DaJuan Johnson. In this Season 4 opener, I break down the top 7 things I learned last year about being a working actor…from the depression that followed after coming off of my show of 7 seasons…to really understanding in a different way the difference between auditioning and self-taping to finding my voice again. It's all here for everyone to hear my very exposed D-12 shot. Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors. www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Follow me on the 'gram! @thinkbiggercoaching and @dajuanjohnson Join the Think Bigger Tribe Facebook group – where a Tribe of like-minded actors come to take their careers to the next level. #skiptheline #seeyouonset CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thinkbiggercoaching/ TAKE THE QUIZ: http://www.theselftapequiz.com WHO IS THIS GUY? http://www.thinkbiggercoaching.com JOIN THE CLUB:http://www.thebookersclub.com

Welcome back to this week's podcast of the Think Bigger Podcast! This is it! The season finale! (But don't worry, season four is coming soon) I brought in my current acting coach. Craig Archibald – you are definitely going to want to hear this talk. He wrote the book THE ACTORS MINDSET which is linked below. I have been working with him privately for just about 4 or 5 years. And I just started to work with him in a class setting…why? I talk about that on the podcast, but basically because I stopped playing as an actor. I stopped having fun. I needed to be around other actors with like-minded energy and goals. And Craig has been nothing but a safe haven for me and my artist. Check out this awesome book The ACTORS MINDSET BOOK by Craig Archibald. Watch the video podcast on Youtube + Subscribe: DaJuan Johnson - Think Bigger Coaching for Actors www.thinkbiggercoaching.com Follow me on the 'gram! @thinkbiggercoaching and @dajuanjohnson Join the Think Bigger Tribe Facebook group – where a Tribe of like-minded actors come to take their career to the next level. #Skiptheline #seeyouonset