27 episodes

The Spiritual Psychology of Acting is a course for actors, both newcomers and those professionals seeking something more. In this podcast, creator of The Spiritual Psychology of Acting, John Osborne Hughes chats with his co-host and student, actor Jordan Turk, about all sorts of fascinating topics. Each week, John and Jordan discuss the philosophy, principles and techniques of great acting; sharing and exploring knowledge relating to the actor, the actor's life, and working in the industry.

The Spiritual Psychology of Acting Podcast John Osborne Hughes and Jordan Turk

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    • 4.3 • 6 Ratings

The Spiritual Psychology of Acting is a course for actors, both newcomers and those professionals seeking something more. In this podcast, creator of The Spiritual Psychology of Acting, John Osborne Hughes chats with his co-host and student, actor Jordan Turk, about all sorts of fascinating topics. Each week, John and Jordan discuss the philosophy, principles and techniques of great acting; sharing and exploring knowledge relating to the actor, the actor's life, and working in the industry.

    Character Archetypes in Mythology

    Character Archetypes in Mythology

    This week we’re crossing the threshold and embarking on a journey through the timeless world of character archetypes.Have you ever wondered why certain characters resonate so deeply with us? Why we find ourselves rooting for the hero, delighted by the trickster, or guided by the mentor? It’s no coincidence that these types of characters appear time and time again. They very often form the backbone of ancient stories and myths that have shaped human consciousness for centuries.Appreciating the...

    • 1 hr 14 min
    Non-Duality and the Actor with Special Guest - Stephen Park

    Non-Duality and the Actor with Special Guest - Stephen Park

    This week features a conversation with American actor, Stephen Park.Stephen has had a varied career working with some of the best directors in the business. After a break out role in Spike Lee’s ‘Do the Right Thing’, Stephen went onto star in the popular 90s sketch comedy In Living Colour, and turned in a scene stealing performance as Mike Yanagita in Fargo. In more recent years, Stephen has worked with Wes Anderson three times- as Police Chef Nescaffier in The French Dispatch, also star...

    • 1 hr 15 min
    The Chakras for Actors

    The Chakras for Actors

    This week we are looking at the Chakras – the energetic centres that influence every facet of our being.In our chat, we explore the ways in which the Chakras impact different areas of our lives – from our physical health and emotional well-being to our creative expression and spiritual growth.Whether you’re an actor looking to deepen the connection to your craft, or simply someone looking to find more balance in your day-to-day life, this episode is for you.Yoga and Chakra Meditation:https://...

    • 1 hr 13 min
    Body Language for Actors

    Body Language for Actors

    They say that actions speak louder than words and we’re putting that to the test this week as we explore the topic of non-verbals, commonly known as body language. Understanding and mastering body language can really help an actor deliver a performance that is rooted in truth and that resonates deeply with the audience. But how do we do unlock the silent power of body language to effectively convey what’s going on inside the character and take our acting to the next level?Book a Live Intro Se...

    • 1 hr 1 min
    Finding the Right Agent with Special Guest - Brian Patacca

    Finding the Right Agent with Special Guest - Brian Patacca

    To kick off our third season of the podcast, we chat to the wonderful Brian Patacca.Brian helps actors get what they want without all the struggle. He’s helped 724 actors find representation and is even known as “The Representation Whisperer”.Through his wildly popular online courses (Audition Magnet® and #agentgoals®) and entertaining podcast, Brian teaches actors how to market themselves authentically, use gratitude to open doors, and book the roles they were born to play.His coaching clien...

    • 1 hr 18 min
    Season 3 Announcement Trailer!

    Season 3 Announcement Trailer!

    We're back! John and Jordan catch up with each other and discuss what exciting content is coming in the new season of the podcast.Support us on Patreon:www.patreon.com/TheSpiritualPsychologyofActingPodcastIf you’d like to get in touch with us, you can do so by emailing podcast@spiritualpsychologyofacting.comIf you have any feedback, thoughts, topics you think we should cover in future episodes or questions about the Spiritual Psychology of Acting…whatever it is, we’d love to hear from you.Fol...

    • 11 min

Customer Reviews

4.3 out of 5
6 Ratings

6 Ratings

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Really enjoyable

A podcast about acting but also a gentle meandering chat about spirituality, psychology & the exploration of being human.

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