A killer cold read can warm a casting director’s heart, but it can be difficult to make an impression in this age of virtual auditions. In this episode, veteran acting coach Clay Banks shares the science he’s developed behind nailing the cold read every time. The presentation was part of our continuing PTEOE education series.   **The views expressed by the guests are their own and not that of SAG-AFTRA. Any mention of products or services does not imply SAG-AFTRA’s endorsement.

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How to Crush Your Next Cold Read

Emmy Award-winning television editor and author Jordan Goldman explains how actors can avoid getting cut from a scene. This is a replay of a lecture Goldman gave in August as part of the SAG-AFTRA PTEOE series.  **The views expressed by the guests are their own and not that of SAG-AFTRA. Any mention of products or services does not imply SAG-AFTRA’s endorsement.

This is How to Avoid Ending Up on the Cutting Room Floor

For those in entertainment, you’ve likely heard “no” more than once during your career. But it doesn’t have to be a negative experience. In this replay of a recent PTEOE presentation, Christopher D. Bloodworth, national director of The Career Center at The Actors Fund, offers helpful insights on how to handle rejection. **The views expressed by the guests are their own and not that of SAG-AFTRA. Any mention of products or services does not imply SAG-AFTRA’s endorsement.

Useful Tips for Dealing with Rejection

For years, music creators have struggled to receive fair compensation for their work. But the bipartisan American Music Fairness Act seeks to remedy this. New York Congressman and Chairman of the musicFIRST coalition Joe Crowley and SAG-AFTRA General Counsel Jeffrey Bennett join hosts Gabrielle Carteris and Duncan Crabtree-Ireland to discuss the bill, the challenges it faces, and why this time might be different. **The views expressed by the guests are their own and not that of SAG-AFTRA. Any mention of products or services does not imply SAG-AFTRA’s endorsement.

Fighting to Get Music Creators Paid Fairly

 Last month, SAG-AFTRA and its industry partners updated the COVID-19 safety protocols. Hosts Gabrielle Carteris and Duncan Crabtree-Ireland discuss which policies are new and which remain the same. They also address some of the questions and concerns they’re hearing from members. **The views expressed by the guests are their own and not that of SAG-AFTRA. Any mention of products or services does not imply SAG-AFTRA’s endorsement.

Safety on Set: What to Know About the Updated Return To Work Agreement

As we look to a post-pandemic future, what does that mean for the audition process? Guest Kim Williams is vice president of casting at Disney Television Studios and the new president of the Casting Society of America. She speaks to hosts Gabrielle Carteris and Duncan Crabtree-Ireland about what performers can expect and offers tips on nailing your next audition.  **The views expressed by the guests are their own and not that of SAG-AFTRA. Any mention of products or services does not imply SAG-AFTRA’s endorsement.

How Auditions Are Evolving

Actors and disability advocates, Eileen Grubba and Danny Woodburn, discuss the challenges people with disabilities still face in the entertainment industry, as well as the gains they have made in recent years. Hosts Gabrielle Carteris and Duncan Crabtree-Ireland also talk to our guests about what Disability Pride Month means to them. **The views expressed by the guests are their own and not that of SAG-AFTRA. Any mention of products or services does not imply SAG-AFTRA’s endorsement.

Disability Pride Month: Where We Are; Where We Need To Be

SAG-AFTRA President Gabrielle Carteris welcomes her new co-host on the podcast, SAG-AFTRA’s new National Executive Director & Chief Negotiator Duncan Crabtree-Ireland. Gabrielle turns the tables on her co-host and asks him about his background, his past work at the union and his vision for the future. **The views expressed by the guests are their own and not that of SAG-AFTRA. Any mention of products or services does not imply SAG-AFTRA’s endorsement.

Introducing Duncan Crabtree-Ireland

Chris Shiflett got his big break in 1999 when he joined legendary rock band, the Foo Fighters. What fans both young and old may not know is that he’s a staunch supporter of unions. Hosts Gabrielle Carteris and David White dig into Chris’ influences, his early career, his big break and his support for the labor movement. **The views expressed by the guests are their own and not that of SAG-AFTRA. Any mention of products or services does not imply SAG-AFTRA’s endorsement.

Foo Fighters Guitarist Chris Shiflett

Dr. Knatokie Ford is a true hero for girls. Serving as a STEM advisor to SeeHer and many leading entertainment companies, Ford advocates for positive female roles in advertising and media. Hear her inspiring story with our hosts, Gabrielle Carteris and David White. **The views expressed by guests are their own and not that of SAG-AFTRA. Any mention of products or services does not imply SAG-AFTRA’s endorsement.

Gotta SeeHer to Be Her

Highlights from SAG-AFTRA’s Stop the Hate Week, a virtual event aimed at addressing and combating discrimination and intolerance in the entertainment and media industries. Our hosts, President Gabrielle Carteris and National Executive Director David White, share clips from SAG-AFTRA members Olivia Munn, Brian Tee and many more. **The views expressed by guests are their own and not that of SAG-AFTRA. Any mention of products or services does not imply SAG-AFTRA’s endorsement.

#StopTheHate

Madison is only nine years old, but in that short time she has established herself as a singer and an actor. Nicknamed the “Anthem Girl” for singing at sporting events, she also plays young Selena in Netflix’s Selena: The Series. Hang out with your hosts, Gabrielle Carteris and David White, as they get to know this inspiring young performer. **The views expressed by the guests are their own and not that of SAG-AFTRA. Any mention of products or services does not imply SAG-AFTRA’s endorsement.

Spotlight with Selena’s Madison Taylor Baez

Meet California Assemblywoman Lorena Gonzalez, a champion for the labor movement and sponsor of the FAIR Act. FAIR stands for Free Artists from Industry Restrictions and it would prevent production companies and record labels from holding artists off the market, unpaid, for extended periods of time. Hosted by Gabrielle Carteris and David White. **The views expressed by guests are their own and not that of SAG-AFTRA. Any mention of products or services does not imply SAG-AFTRA’s endorsement.

Free Artists from Industry Restrictions

Visit with Alexandra Grey and Ian Harvie, two performers who have overcome prejudice and risen to prominence while raising awareness of the trans community. An insightful conversation guided by hosts President Gabrielle Carteris and National Executive Director David White. **The views expressed by guests are their own and not that of SAG-AFTRA. Any mention of products or services does not imply SAG-AFTRA’s endorsement.

Trans Performers, Breaking Barriers and Stopping the Hate

Get the scoop on this year’s “very different” show with Executive Producer Kathy Connell and Chair of the SAG Awards Committee JoBeth Williams. SAG-AFTRA President Gabrielle Carteris and National Executive Director David White interview the folks with all the inside details. **The views expressed by guests are their own and not that of SAG-AFTRA. Any mention of products or services does not imply SAG-AFTRA’s endorsement.

An Inside Look at the 2021 SAG Awards

Hosted by SAG-AFTRA President Gabrielle Carteris and National Executive Director David White the podcast features in-depth interviews, industry insights and compelling stories affecting the entertainment and media industry.

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