Think Bigger Actors Podcast DaJuan Johnson

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.
 
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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. 
 
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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. 
 
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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!
 
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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.



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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 
 
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