The Casting Couchhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouchHosted by Sean K. Berry. Opening tune by Kevin MacLeod. Entertainment industry talk for pros, independents, amateurs and everyone in between. Straight up, practical talk for people in the entertainment industry. If you're an actor, writer, musician, producer, model, or other artist, you want to be here. Don't forget to check out our blog and Twitter feed for more.enCopyright Sean Berry (C/O Blogtalkradio)Sun, 16 Jun 2019 01:00:00 GMTThu, 27 Jan 2011 23:00:00 GMTEntertainmentBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/97e625c7-5129-4add-887a-3f54ad172044_6773_152957930328_747020328_3710924_3488689_n.jpgThe Casting Couchhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouchHosted by Sean K. Berry. Opening tune by Kevin MacLeod. Entertainment industry talk for pros, independents, amateurs and everyone in between. Straight up, practical talk for people in the entertainment industry. If you're an actor, writer, musician, producer, model, or other artist, you want to be here. Don't forget to check out our blog and Twitter feed for more.feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comentertainment,film,writing,books,movies,publishing,acting,director,writers,directingThe Casting CouchnoHosted by Sean K. Berry. Opening tune by Kevin MacLeod. Entertainment industry talk for pros, independents, amateurs and everyone in between. Straight up, practepisodicDirector Elizabeth Spearhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2011/01/27/director-elizabeth-spearFilmhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2011/01/27/director-elizabeth-spear/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2011/01/27/director-elizabeth-spearThu, 27 Jan 2011 23:00:00 GMTDirector Elizabeth SpearElizabeth Spear is the director of Little Gods, the first feature film to be entirely shot and edited on the iPhone 4. She is a Texas-born award-winning filmmaker, with a B.A. degree in English Literature and Studio Art from the University of the South in Sewanee, Tennessee. She is currently earning her PhD in Communication at European Graduate School. We'll talk to Elizabeth about how she made the film and how she's marketing it. Click the pic for info on the film. 00:41:00The Casting CouchnoiPhone,Movies,Film,Director,PhotographyElizabeth Spear is the director of Little Gods, the first feature film to be entirely shot and edited on the iPhone 4. She is a Texas-born award-winning filmmakDirector Dan Eberlehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2011/01/18/director-dan-eberleFilmhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2011/01/18/director-dan-eberle/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2011/01/18/director-dan-eberleTue, 18 Jan 2011 03:00:00 GMTDirector Dan EberleIndependent filmmakers interested in marketing their own films will like this chat. Dan Eberle's a good friend of the show. He has written, starred in, and directed two great films: The Local, and Prayer to a Vengeful God. The latter is now available through Cable On Demand across Canada and the USA. We'll talk to Dan about his films, how he markets them, and what he's up to this year. 00:58:00The Casting CouchnoMarketing,Film,Movies,Video,DirectingIndependent filmmakers interested in marketing their own films will like this chat. Dan Eberle's a good friend of the show. He has written, starred in, and direFilmmaker Bernard Salzmanhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2011/01/14/filmmaker-bernard-salzmanFilmhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2011/01/14/filmmaker-bernard-salzman/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2011/01/14/filmmaker-bernard-salzmanFri, 14 Jan 2011 21:00:00 GMTFilmmaker Bernard SalzmanAward winning writer / director / producer / cinematographer Bernard Salzman, has collaborated on over one hundred and sixty projects, including documentaries, features, TV Movies and reality TV world wide, for such clients as: BBC, Paramount, Universal, FOX, ABC, CBS, HBO, Showtime and many others. He is the head of Inner Circle Films and Eye Opener Films. We'll talk to Bernard about the film and TV business, with a concentration on his documentary and reality TV work.00:45:00The Casting CouchnoFilm,TV,Reality TV,Director,WritingAward winning writer / director / producer / cinematographer Bernard Salzman, has collaborated on over one hundred and sixty projects, including documentaries,Screenwriter Steve Allrichhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2011/01/10/screenwriter-steve-allrichFilmhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2011/01/10/screenwriter-steve-allrich/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2011/01/10/screenwriter-steve-allrichMon, 10 Jan 2011 23:00:00 GMTScreenwriter Steve AllrichWe're going to start off the new year by talking to an old friend, writer Steve Allrich. Steve is the screenwriter of The Canyon and is currently working on a couple of other projects. We'll talk to him about the Hollywood writing game. 00:45:00The Casting CouchnoSteve Allrich,Writing,Screenwriting,Film,MoviesWe're going to start off the new year by talking to an old friend, writer Steve Allrich. Steve is the screenwriter of The Canyon and is currently working on a cWriter Joel Goldmanhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/09/22/writer-joel-goldmanBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/09/22/writer-joel-goldman/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/09/22/writer-joel-goldmanWed, 22 Sep 2010 02:00:00 GMTWriter Joel GoldmanFrom Joel Goldman's website: "I started writing thrillers when one of my former law partners complained to me about another partner. I told him we should write a murder mystery, kill the son-of-a-bitch off in the first chapter and spend the rest of the book figuring out who did it. So, I did and I never looked back. That was in 1992." Six novels later, the Kansas City native is a successful writer and voice-over artist.00:46:00The Casting CouchnoWriting,Books,Publishing,Joel Goldman,No Way OutFrom Joel Goldman's website: "I started writing thrillers when one of my former law partners complained to me about another partner. I told him we should wriWriter Tess Gerritsenhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/09/08/writer-tess-gerritsenBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/09/08/writer-tess-gerritsen/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/09/08/writer-tess-gerritsenWed, 08 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMTWriter Tess GerritsenDo book reviewers treat female writers differently than male writers? And which should mean more, anyway: praise from the New York Times Book Review, or avid fans? Tess Gerritsen will drop by to give us a frank and honest take on the marketing of writers in general, and women writers in particular. Tess is the bestselling author of 22 books, including eight titles in the Jane Rizzoli/Maura Isles series. The Rizzoli/Isles series is now a show on TNT starring Angie Harmon and Sasha Alexander. 00:46:00The Casting CouchnoTess Gerritsen,Books,Publishing,Women,WritersDo book reviewers treat female writers differently than male writers? And which should mean more, anyway: praise from the New York Times Book Review, or avid faDan Eberle - Writer/Actor/Directorhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/09/02/dan-eberle--writeractordirectorFilmhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/09/02/dan-eberle--writeractordirector/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/09/02/dan-eberle--writeractordirectorThu, 02 Sep 2010 02:00:00 GMTDan Eberle - Writer/Actor/DirectorDan Eberle returns to the Casting Couch to talk about his new film, Prayer to a Vengeful God, which opens in October. He'll give us the lowdown on the new movie, how he got it made, and how he navigates the festival scene.01:01:00The Casting CouchnoDan Eberle,Film,Writing,Directing,MoviesDan Eberle returns to the Casting Couch to talk about his new film, Prayer to a Vengeful God, which opens in October. He'll give us the lowdown on the new movieRichard Rose - Artistic Director, Tarragon Theatrehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/08/20/richard-rose--artistic-director-tarragon-theatreEntertainmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/08/20/richard-rose--artistic-director-tarragon-theatre/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/08/20/richard-rose--artistic-director-tarragon-theatreFri, 20 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMTRichard Rose - Artistic Director, Tarragon TheatreTarragon Theatre in Toronto is celebrating its 40th Anniversary this year. Richard Rose has been the at the helm as Artistic Director since 2002. At Tarragon he has directed numerous shows including Scorched, Léo, The Oxford Roof Climber’s Rebellion, Humble Boy, Bea’s Niece, No Great Mischief, Simpl, and Remnants. Rose has also directed productions for seven opera companies and taught at a number of universities and schools, including York University, University of Toronto Drama Centre, Equity Showcase, and the National Theatre School. He is currently Adjunct Professor in the York Theatre Program.01:00:00The Casting CouchnoTheatre,Acting,Directing,Producing,Show BusinessTarragon Theatre in Toronto is celebrating its 40th Anniversary this year. Richard Rose has been the at the helm as Artistic Director since 2002. At Tarragon heMatthew Tompkins - Actor and Producerhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/08/12/matthew-tompkins--actor-and-producerFilmhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/08/12/matthew-tompkins--actor-and-producer/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/08/12/matthew-tompkins--actor-and-producerThu, 12 Aug 2010 02:00:00 GMTMatthew Tompkins - Actor and ProducerAn actor of both stage and screen, Matthew Tompkins has appeared in numerous TV shows, feature films, commercials, and theatrical productions. He is also the producer of The Fragility of Seconds and Radiant, movies which were both released in July, 2010.00:44:00The Casting CouchnoActing,Actor,Producer,Film,TheatreAn actor of both stage and screen, Matthew Tompkins has appeared in numerous TV shows, feature films, commercials, and theatrical productions. He is also the prMichael Atkinson - Writer & Movie Critichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/08/05/michael-atkinson--writer-movie-criticBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/08/05/michael-atkinson--writer-movie-critic/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/08/05/michael-atkinson--writer-movie-criticThu, 05 Aug 2010 02:00:00 GMTMichael Atkinson - Writer & Movie CriticMichael Atkinson's new book Hemingway Cutthroat hits the shelves this month. We'll talk to him about the book, as well as spend some time chatting about movies, and the writing game.01:01:00The Casting CouchnoMichael Atkinson,Writing,Film,Books,PublishingMichael Atkinson's new book Hemingway Cutthroat hits the shelves this month. We'll talk to him about the book, as well as spend some time chatting about movies,Brett Battles - Writerhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/07/13/brett-battles--writerBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/07/13/brett-battles--writer/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/07/13/brett-battles--writerTue, 13 Jul 2010 02:00:00 GMTBrett Battles - WriterBrett Battles is the author of the Jonathan Quinn thriller series. His books include The Cleaner, The Deceived, and Shadow of Betrayal. An avid traveler, Brett has trekked from Ho Chi Minh City, to London, to Singapore, to Paris, to Bangkok, and other exotic locales that are featured in his books. We'll talk to him about Jonathan Quinn, and what it's like as a writer in the thriller game.01:00:00The Casting CouchnoBrett Battles,Writing,Writer,Books,PublishingBrett Battles is the author of the Jonathan Quinn thriller series. His books include The Cleaner, The Deceived, and Shadow of Betrayal. An avid traveler, BreMark Preston - The Lettermenhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/07/01/mark-preston--the-lettermenMusichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/07/01/mark-preston--the-lettermen/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/07/01/mark-preston--the-lettermenThu, 01 Jul 2010 18:00:00 GMTMark Preston - The LettermenMark Preston is back on the The Casting Couch to talk music, show business, and the release of New Directions - the Lettermen's latest album. The Lettermen have been touring like crazy for the past year, and have dozens of more tour dates coming up. Mark will give us the view from the road, as well as a sneak peak at a couple of tracks from the new album. 01:00:00The Casting CouchnoMark Preston,The Lettermen,Music,Show Business,SingingMark Preston is back on the The Casting Couch to talk music, show business, and the release of New Directions - the Lettermen's latest album. The Lettermen haveMichael Bourret - Literary Agenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/06/22/michael-bourret--literary-agentEntertainmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/06/22/michael-bourret--literary-agent/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/06/22/michael-bourret--literary-agentTue, 22 Jun 2010 18:00:00 GMTMichael Bourret - Literary AgentMichael Bourret returns to Casting Couch Radio. Michael has been a literary agent at Dystel & Goderich Literary Management since 2000. He moved to LA late last year to head D&G's Los Angeles office. We'll talk to him about what's new in the writing game, and what he's up to in LA. 01:00:00The Casting CouchnoBooks,Writing,Agent,Michael Bourret,E-BooksMichael Bourret returns to Casting Couch Radio. Michael has been a literary agent at Dystel & Goderich Literary Management since 2000. He moved to LA late lastCliff Guest - Director & Producerhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/06/04/cliff-guest--director-producerFilmhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/06/04/cliff-guest--director-producer/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/06/04/cliff-guest--director-producerFri, 04 Jun 2010 02:00:00 GMTCliff Guest - Director & ProducerCliff Guest has been in the film and video industry since the 1980s, directing and producing music videos, commercials and feature films. His credits include videos for Madonna, Aerosmith, Peter Gabriel, and Cher, as well as ads for companies like Proctor and Gamble and The United Way. Cliff is currently in Florida, developing projects at Knee Deep Films Inc. We'll talk to him about the ever-changing entertainment industry, and his no-nonsense take on the independent scene.01:00:00The Casting CouchnoCliff Guest,Film,TV,Videos,AdvertisingCliff Guest has been in the film and video industry since the 1980s, directing and producing music videos, commercials and feature films. His credits include viArik Abel - Zooppahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/05/18/arik-abel--zooppaEntertainmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/05/18/arik-abel--zooppa/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/05/18/arik-abel--zooppaTue, 18 May 2010 02:00:00 GMTArik Abel - ZooppaZooppa is the place where major brand names meet new and experienced storytellers. Brands provide a creative brief for the message they want to spread to the world, then award cash prizes for the best ads that Zooppa's members create. I'll talk to Zooppa's marketing director about this new opportunity for filmmakers.01:00:00The Casting CouchnoZooppa,Film,Advertising,Video,ContestsZooppa is the place where major brand names meet new and experienced storytellers. Brands provide a creative brief for the message they want to spread to the woGraham Brown - Writerhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/05/14/graham-brown--writerBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/05/14/graham-brown--writer/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/05/14/graham-brown--writerFri, 14 May 2010 02:00:00 GMTGraham Brown - WriterGraham Brown was born in Chicago in 1969. He grew up in Illinois, Connecticut and Pennsylvania, traveling often with his family. Graham earned a degree in Aeronautical Science from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Prescott, Arizona and went on to get a law degree from Arizona State College of Law in Tempe. A pilot and former lawyer, Black Rain is Graham Brown's first novel.01:00:00The Casting CouchnoWriting,Books,Publishing,Graham Brown,ThrillerGraham Brown was born in Chicago in 1969. He grew up in Illinois, Connecticut and Pennsylvania, traveling often with his family. Graham earned a degree in AerMichael Atkinson - Novelist, Poet and Film Critichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/05/13/michael-atkinson--novelist-poet-and-film-criticBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/05/13/michael-atkinson--novelist-poet-and-film-critic/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/05/13/michael-atkinson--novelist-poet-and-film-criticThu, 13 May 2010 02:00:00 GMTMichael Atkinson - Novelist, Poet and Film CriticMichael Atkinson is a novelist, poet, essayist, and film critic. His work has appeared in dozens of publications, including The Village Voice, The Guardian, LA Weekly, and IFM.com. The second book in his Hemingway mystery series, Hemingway Cutthroat, will be in stores and online in August, 2010.01:00:00The Casting CouchnoMichael Atkinson,Ernest Hemingway,Writing,Books,PublishingMichael Atkinson is a novelist, poet, essayist, and film critic. His work has appeared in dozens of publications, including The Village Voice, The Guardian, LAMarsha Moore - 24 Hours Parishttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/05/10/marsha-moore--24-hours-parisTravelhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/05/10/marsha-moore--24-hours-paris/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/05/10/marsha-moore--24-hours-parisMon, 10 May 2010 22:00:00 GMTMarsha Moore - 24 Hours ParisIt's going to be great having Marsha back on the show. I interviewed her a while back about her book "24 Hours London." Her new book about touring Paris at any time of the day or night is out this month.01:00:00The Casting CouchnoMarsha Moore,Paris,Travel,Books,PublishingIt's going to be great having Marsha back on the show. I interviewed her a while back about her book "24 Hours London." Her new book about touring Paris at anyWriter Julie Chibbarohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/04/20/writer-julie-chibbaroBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/04/20/writer-julie-chibbaro/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/04/20/writer-julie-chibbaroTue, 20 Apr 2010 02:00:00 GMTWriter Julie ChibbaroJulie Chibbaro is back to talk about the writing game, as well as an update on Deadly: The Search for Typhoid Mary. The book is due out in 2011. 01:00:00The Casting CouchnoWriting,Books,Julie Chibbaro,Art,PublishingJulie Chibbaro is back to talk about the writing game, as well as an update on Deadly: The Search for Typhoid Mary. The book is due out in 2011.Mary McGinley on Auditioninghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/03/26/mary-mcginley-on-auditioningEntertainmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/03/26/mary-mcginley-on-auditioning/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/03/26/mary-mcginley-on-auditioningFri, 26 Mar 2010 02:00:00 GMTMary McGinley on AuditioningMary McGinley, founder of the Carolinian Shakespeare Festival, stops by for another chat about actors and auditions. Mary's going through the casting process right now for this year's show, and she'll give us the low down on what's good, what's bad, and what makes the difference between the two.00:45:00The Casting CouchnoActing,Auditions,Auditioning,Theatre,ShakespeareMary McGinley, founder of the Carolinian Shakespeare Festival, stops by for another chat about actors and auditions. Mary's going through the casting process riDana Kaye - Publicisthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/03/25/dana-kaye--publicistBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/03/25/dana-kaye--publicist/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/03/25/dana-kaye--publicistThu, 25 Mar 2010 02:00:00 GMTDana Kaye - PublicistBased in Chicago, Dane Kaye of Kaye Publicity represents over a dozen authors. We'll talk to her about the publicity business, and how she helps raise awareness for her clients and their work.00:45:00The Casting CouchnoPublicity,Publicist,Dana Kaye,Writers,WritingBased in Chicago, Dane Kaye of Kaye Publicity represents over a dozen authors. We'll talk to her about the publicity business, and how she helps raise awarenessAdam Rave - Lead Singer of Adam's Godhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/03/24/adam-rave--lead-singer-of-adams-godMusichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/03/24/adam-rave--lead-singer-of-adams-god/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/03/24/adam-rave--lead-singer-of-adams-godWed, 24 Mar 2010 02:00:00 GMTAdam Rave - Lead Singer of Adam's GodAdam Rave, lead singer of Adam's God, is back to talk about navigating the Toronto music scene as an independent artist. We will also play a couple of the band's new tracks. They have some shows coming up. Check out the website for details.00:30:00The Casting CouchnoMusic,Adam Rave,Bands,Toronto,RecordingAdam Rave, lead singer of Adam's God, is back to talk about navigating the Toronto music scene as an independent artist. We will also play a couple of the band'Linda L. Richards - Writerhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/03/02/linda-l-richards--writerBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/03/02/linda-l-richards--writer/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/03/02/linda-l-richards--writerTue, 02 Mar 2010 03:00:00 GMTLinda L. Richards - WriterLinda L. Richards is the editor and co-founder of January Magazine and a regular contributor to The Rap Sheet. Linda has lived in Los Angeles and Munich but was born in Vancouver, Canada. She currently lives in the Gulf Islands off Canada’s west coast with her partner, the artist David Middleton, and their crazy dog, Jett. When she isn’t writing books, writing about books or reading, Richards enjoys hiking the wild beaches near her home, quite often thinking about her current work in progress.00:45:00The Casting CouchnoWriting,Writers,Books,Publishing,MysteryLinda L. Richards is the editor and co-founder of January Magazine and a regular contributor to The Rap Sheet. Linda has lived in Los Angeles and Munich but waSteve Forman - Writerhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/02/23/steve-forman--writerBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/02/23/steve-forman--writer/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/02/23/steve-forman--writerTue, 23 Feb 2010 03:00:00 GMTSteve Forman - WriterSteve Forman is the author of Boca Knights and the recently released Boca Mournings, a humorous mystery series set in a retirement community in Boca Raton. Boston homicide detective, Eddie Perlmutter, moves down to Boca when his arthritic knees can't take the New England cold anymore. He was looking forward to a retirement filled with sunbathing and golf, but he soon learns even paradise isn't without its crime. Library Journal says, "Mystery fans who like their operatives macho with an offbeat sense of humor will certainly enjoy this book." Steve finished and published his first novel at the age of 65, after spending over 30 years as the CEO of a multi-million dollar corporation. He splits his time between Boston and Boca Raton. 01:00:00The Casting CouchnoBooks,Publishing,Writing,Writer,MysterySteve Forman is the author of Boca Knights and the recently released Boca Mournings, a humorous mystery series set in a retirement community in Boca Raton. BostLou Berney - Writerhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/02/10/lou-berney--writerEntertainmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/02/10/lou-berney--writer/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/02/10/lou-berney--writerWed, 10 Feb 2010 03:00:00 GMTLou Berney - Writer"If you rip off a murderous 400-pound Vegas gangster, leave the country. ASAP." Such sage advice can be found in Lou Berney's recently released first novel, Gutshot Straight. A screenwriter by trade, Berney penned the book during the writer's strike of 2007/08. We'll talk to Lou about the writing business and making the transition from screen to books. 01:00:00The Casting CouchnoWriting,Screenwriting,Movies,Film,Books"If you rip off a murderous 400-pound Vegas gangster, leave the country. ASAP." Such sage advice can be found in Lou Berney's recently released first novel, GutMary McGinley - Founder of the Carolinian Shakespeare Festivalhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/02/09/mary-mcginley--founder-of-the-carolinian-shakespeaArthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/02/09/mary-mcginley--founder-of-the-carolinian-shakespea/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/02/09/mary-mcginley--founder-of-the-carolinian-shakespeaTue, 09 Feb 2010 03:00:00 GMTMary McGinley - Founder of the Carolinian Shakespeare FestivalMary McGinley is the Founder and Producing Artistic Director of the Carolinian Shakespeare Festival. She has worked as a performer, director, and administrator at many regional theaters across the country. Having received her MFA in Directing from Rutgers University and a professional degree from NYU, Mary teaches acting and coaches actors in New York. We'll talk to her about acting, directing, audition technique, and the incredible staying power of the Bard. You can find Mary's company website here.01:00:00The Casting CouchnoActing,Directing,Theater,Shakespeare,AuditionMary McGinley is the Founder and Producing Artistic Director of the Carolinian Shakespeare Festival. She has worked as a performer, director, and administratorIndependent Filmmakers Charisma Manulat and Kelly Schwarzehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/02/04/independent-filmmakers-charisma-manulat-and-kelly-Filmhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/02/04/independent-filmmakers-charisma-manulat-and-kelly-/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/02/04/independent-filmmakers-charisma-manulat-and-kelly-Thu, 04 Feb 2010 02:00:00 GMTIndependent Filmmakers Charisma Manulat and Kelly SchwarzeKelly and Charisma have spent the last year creating their own independent comedy, "You People," which will appear at film festivals this year. We'll talk to them about how they got it done, and where they're going from here. 00:45:00The Casting CouchnoFilm,Movies,Independent,Production,WritingKelly and Charisma have spent the last year creating their own independent comedy, "You People," which will appear at film festivals this year. We'll talk to thRobin Burcell - Writerhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/01/26/robin-burcell--writerEntertainmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/01/26/robin-burcell--writer/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/01/26/robin-burcell--writerTue, 26 Jan 2010 03:00:00 GMTRobin Burcell - WriterRobin Burcell is an FBI-trained forensic artist, and spent more that two decades in law enforcement as a police officer, detective, and hostage negotiator. She is an award-winning author of six novels, including the Kate Gillespie series. We'll talk to her about the transition from cop to writer, and what she's working on now.01:00:00The Casting CouchnoRobin Burcell,Books,Writing,Writers,PublishingRobin Burcell is an FBI-trained forensic artist, and spent more that two decades in law enforcement as a police officer, detective, and hostage negotiator. SheDan Eberle - Independent Filmmakerhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/01/18/dan-eberle--independent-filmmakerFilmhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/01/18/dan-eberle--independent-filmmaker/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/01/18/dan-eberle--independent-filmmakerMon, 18 Jan 2010 02:00:00 GMTDan Eberle - Independent Filmmaker"Creating any work of art starts with a strong affirmation that it will happen which is, by definition, positive thinking. In a big group project like film, the initial affirmation (re: this is going to happen) has to be powerful and unwavering." Dan stops by again to chat about filmmaking, and the conversation he's starting on his blog at integratingspirit.com.01:00:00The Casting CouchnoFilm,Director,Writing,Movies,Independent"Creating any work of art starts with a strong affirmation that it will happen which is, by definition, positive thinking. In a big group project like film, theSteve Allrich - Screenwriterhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/01/12/steve-allrich--screenwriterFilmhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/01/12/steve-allrich--screenwriter/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/01/12/steve-allrich--screenwriterTue, 12 Jan 2010 03:00:00 GMTSteve Allrich - ScreenwriterSteve Allrich is a screenwriter in Los Angeles. He wrote the screenplay for the thriller "The Canyon." We'll talk to him about screenwriting, and what it was like watching his first screenplay come to life. 01:00:00The Casting CouchnoScreenwriting,Movies,Film,Writing,Steve AllrichSteve Allrich is a screenwriter in Los Angeles. He wrote the screenplay for the thriller "The Canyon." We'll talk to him about screenwriting, and what it was liAlison Slight - Event Management & Designhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/01/06/alison-slight--event-management-designEntertainmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/01/06/alison-slight--event-management-design/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2010/01/06/alison-slight--event-management-designWed, 06 Jan 2010 03:00:00 GMTAlison Slight - Event Management & DesignIf you're a Somebody with a capital S, you don't throw parties. You host events and extravaganzas. Alison Slight is the managing director of Candice & Alison, one of Toronto's premiere event design agencies. Their clients include De Beers, Christian Dior, Louis Vuitton, Rolls Royce, Chanel, and 20th Century Fox. We'll talk to Alison about what's happening right now in the entertainment and fashion industries, and what she does to showcase her A-list clients to the world. 00:45:00The Casting CouchnoFashion,Entertainment,Alison Slight,Event Management,Event DesignIf you're a Somebody with a capital S, you don't throw parties. You host events and extravaganzas. Alison Slight is the managing director of Candice & Alison, oWriter Julie Chibbarohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/12/29/writer-julie-chibbaroBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/12/29/writer-julie-chibbaro/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/12/29/writer-julie-chibbaroTue, 29 Dec 2009 03:00:00 GMTWriter Julie ChibbaroJulie Chibbaro is the author of Redemption (Simon & Schuster, 2004), a novel of love and betrayal set in pre-colonial America. In 2005, Redemption won the American Book Award. Julie Chibbaro’s stories have appeared in The Prague Revue and Slingshot, and her articles in The Montreal Gazette and The Prague Post. Her next novel, about the search for Typhoid Mary in New York City, will be published by Simon & Schuster in early 2011. 01:00:00The Casting CouchnoJulie Chibbaro,Writing,Writers,Books,PublishingJulie Chibbaro is the author of Redemption (Simon & Schuster, 2004), a novel of love and betrayal set in pre-colonial America. In 2005, Redemption won the AmeriKely McClung - Independent Filmmakerhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/12/22/kely-mcclung--independent-filmmakerFilmhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/12/22/kely-mcclung--independent-filmmaker/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/12/22/kely-mcclung--independent-filmmakerTue, 22 Dec 2009 03:00:00 GMTKely McClung - Independent FilmmakerAfter a 20 month journey, independent filmmaker Kely McClung is wrapping up his latest feature film, "Kerberos." He's a veteran of the film festival circuit, where his feature film "Blood Ties" garnered several awards. We'll talk to him about his films and his life of making movies. 00:45:00The Casting CouchnoFilm,Movies,Kely McClung,Film Festivals,DirectorAfter a 20 month journey, independent filmmaker Kely McClung is wrapping up his latest feature film, "Kerberos." He's a veteran of the film festival circuit, whMichael Bourret - Literary Agenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/12/18/Michael-Bourret--Literary-AgentEntertainmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/12/18/Michael-Bourret--Literary-Agent/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/12/18/Michael-Bourret--Literary-AgentFri, 18 Dec 2009 01:00:00 GMTMichael Bourret - Literary AgentMichael Bourret has been a literary agent with Dystel & Goderich Literary Management since 2000. He now works out of DGLM's Los Angeles office, representing clients and actively seeking new film and television opportunities. We'll talk to him about what he's looking for right now, the type of query letters that grab his attention, and how writers should go about the business of being a professional writer.01:00:00The Casting CouchnoAgent,Writing,Books,Film,TelevisionMichael Bourret has been a literary agent with Dystel & Goderich Literary Management since 2000. He now works out of DGLM's Los Angeles office, representing cliAyelen Liberonahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/12/11/ayelen-liberonaArthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/12/11/ayelen-liberona/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/12/11/ayelen-liberonaFri, 11 Dec 2009 03:00:00 GMTAyelen LiberonaDancer, choreographer, filmmaker, free spirit. We'll talk with Ayelen Liberona.00:45:00The Casting CouchnoDance,Choreographer,Film,Movies,ArtDancer, choreographer, filmmaker, free spirit. We'll talk with Ayelen Liberona.Chris Gray Faust - Writer and Editorhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/12/10/chris-gray-faust--writer-and-editorNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/12/10/chris-gray-faust--writer-and-editor/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/12/10/chris-gray-faust--writer-and-editorThu, 10 Dec 2009 01:00:00 GMTChris Gray Faust - Writer and EditorChris Gray Faust, December 3, 2009: "But what bothers me the most is what my firing represented. See, I’ve been learning all the tricks that a modern multi-platform journalist is supposed to know. In the past 22 months, I’ve blogged, tweeted, shot photos and videos, and handled speaking engagements. I edited my section, managed my high-personality staff and then in my spare time, I wrote cover stories – something that very few other editors at USA TODAY do. I hustled and I cajoled and I ended up out on my ass anyway." We'll talk to USA Today writer/editor Chris Gray Faust about how media has changed so drastically in the last ten years, and what writers can do going forward with their careers.01:00:00The Casting CouchnoMedia,Newspapers,Writing,Editing,Chris Gray FaustChris Gray Faust, December 3, 2009: "But what bothers me the most is what my firing represented. See, I’ve been learning all the tricks that a modern multi-platSinger Mark Prestonhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/12/05/mark-prestonEntertainmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/12/05/mark-preston/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/12/05/mark-prestonSat, 05 Dec 2009 21:00:00 GMTSinger Mark PrestonMark Preston is a solo artist and member of The Lettermen. His career has taken him from the showrooms of Las Vegas, to ships on the high seas, to theaters all over the world. He stops by to tell us what it's like as a singer and stage performer, and about his many past and upcoming tours.00:45:00The Casting CouchnoMark Preston,Singing,Performing,Las Vegas,TravelMark Preston is a solo artist and member of The Lettermen. His career has taken him from the showrooms of Las Vegas, to ships on the high seas, to theaters allProducer Larry Allenhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/12/03/producer-larry-allenFilmhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/12/03/producer-larry-allen/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/12/03/producer-larry-allenThu, 03 Dec 2009 01:00:00 GMTProducer Larry AllenLarry Allen has been a TV and film producer for over ten years. He recently moved to NY after an 18-month stint in Iraq, where he was hired by the US Department of State to open the first independent production facility for the Iraqi people. Larry Allen has produced several films, including Watercolors, an award-winning favorite of the 2009 festival circuit. His clients include NBC, Discovery Channel, PBS, and ESPN.01:00:00The Casting CouchnoProducer,Film,TV,Larry Allen,IraqLarry Allen has been a TV and film producer for over ten years. He recently moved to NY after an 18-month stint in Iraq, where he was hired by the US DepartmentIndependent Filmmaker Jonathan Robbinshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/12/01/independent-filmmaker-jonathan-robbinsFilmhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/12/01/independent-filmmaker-jonathan-robbins/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/12/01/independent-filmmaker-jonathan-robbinsTue, 01 Dec 2009 03:00:00 GMTIndependent Filmmaker Jonathan RobbinsJonathan Robbins drops in to talk about acting and directing. He's appeared in numerous commercials and independent films, and received the Best Actor award at the New Voices Film Festival for his role in the WWII film Broken Lines. Behind the camera, Jonathan's shot and directed several productions and received Best Director honors. We'll talk with him about what it's like being an actor/director navigating the film festival circuit.00:45:00The Casting CouchnoActing,Directing,Film,TV,Film FestivalJonathan Robbins drops in to talk about acting and directing. He's appeared in numerous commercials and independent films, and received the Best Actor award atDan Eberle - Independent Filmmakerhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/11/26/dan-eberle--independent-filmmakerFilmhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/11/26/dan-eberle--independent-filmmaker/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/11/26/dan-eberle--independent-filmmakerThu, 26 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMTDan Eberle - Independent FilmmakerDan Eberle was a premiere jazz guitarist who decided to take a run at film. We're glad he did. It's been a great sprint right out of the gate. He's written, directed, edited, and starred in his own independent pictures, earning instant recognition and praise as a force to be reckoned with. We'll talk to him about his career as an independent artist, and discuss his latest film entitled "The Local," a gritty crime drama filmed on the streets of Brooklyn.01:00:00The Casting CouchnoFilm,Independent,Movies,Dan Eberle,DramaDan Eberle was a premiere jazz guitarist who decided to take a run at film. We're glad he did. It's been a great sprint right out of the gate. He's written, dirJ. Elaine Marcos - Broadway Actress, Singer, Dancerhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/11/17/j-elaine-marcos--broadway-actress-singer-dancerEntertainmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/11/17/j-elaine-marcos--broadway-actress-singer-dancer/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/11/17/j-elaine-marcos--broadway-actress-singer-dancerTue, 17 Nov 2009 03:00:00 GMTJ. Elaine Marcos - Broadway Actress, Singer, DancerJ. Elaine Marcos has appeared on Broadway in such shows as A Chorus Line, Sweet Charity, Miss Saigon, and Wonderful Town, among others. You recently saw her in the movie "Every Little Step," which chronicled the audition process for A Chorus Line. J. Elaine will tell us what it's like working in the most competitive city in the world of theatre.00:45:00The Casting CouchnoTheatre,Broadway,New York,Musical,EntertainmentJ. Elaine Marcos has appeared on Broadway in such shows as A Chorus Line, Sweet Charity, Miss Saigon, and Wonderful Town, among others. You recently saw her inJohn Banovich - Directorhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/11/13/john-banovich--directorFilmhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/11/13/john-banovich--director/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/11/13/john-banovich--directorFri, 13 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMTJohn Banovich - DirectorWe'll talk with John Banovich, an award winning director and cinematographer. His documentary and commercial work has taken him all over the world. In 1997, John survived a horrific car wreck that almost killed him. It took him months to get back on his feet. Doctors said he would never walk again. They were wrong. John eventually picked up where he left off. Still working hard, John has released a new feature film, "Sharp As Marbles."00:45:00The Casting CouchnoDirector,Photography,Movies,Film,DocumentaryWe'll talk with John Banovich, an award winning director and cinematographer. His documentary and commercial work has taken him all over the world. In 1997, JohLisa Collier Cool - Freelance Writerhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/11/12/lisa-collier-cool--freelance-writerBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/11/12/lisa-collier-cool--freelance-writer/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/11/12/lisa-collier-cool--freelance-writerThu, 12 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMTLisa Collier Cool - Freelance WriterLisa Collier Cool is one of the most prolific writers working today. She has penned hundreds of articles for such diverse publications as the AP, Glamour, Cosmo, Oprah Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Harper's Bazaar, Penthouse, and Writer's Digest. She has received 18 journalism awards along the way, and has also written a dozen books. We'll talk to her about the freelance writing business, and how she stays on her game.01:00:00The Casting CouchnoWriting,Books,Writers,Freelance,MagazinesLisa Collier Cool is one of the most prolific writers working today. She has penned hundreds of articles for such diverse publications as the AP, Glamour, CosmoMarsha Moore - Author of 24 Hours Londonhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/11/09/marsha-moore--author-of-24-hours-londonBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/11/09/marsha-moore--author-of-24-hours-london/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/11/09/marsha-moore--author-of-24-hours-londonMon, 09 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMTMarsha Moore - Author of 24 Hours LondonMarsha is a Canadian writer living in London, England. Her first book, 24 Hours London, has recently hit the shelves. We'll talk to Marsha about what it's like publishing her first book, and discuss what to do in London any time.00:30:00The Casting CouchnoBooks,Marsha Moore,Writing,Authors,TravelMarsha is a Canadian writer living in London, England. Her first book, 24 Hours London, has recently hit the shelves. We'll talk to Marsha about what it's likeDominic Perez - Independent Filmmakerhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/11/06/dominic-perez--independent-filmmakerFilmhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/11/06/dominic-perez--independent-filmmaker/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/11/06/dominic-perez--independent-filmmakerFri, 06 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMTDominic Perez - Independent Filmmaker40-year-old investment banker Dominic Perez watched as the recession tanked the jobs of the people around him. Then it was his turn. Jobless and unsure of the future, he asked a friend what he should do. "Make a movie," the friend replied. So Dominic did. Months later, his horror movie Evil Things was completed. It is now being seen at film festivals around the world, and Dominic's life has a whole new direction.00:30:00The Casting CouchnoDominic Perez,Evil Things,Independent Film,Film,Director40-year-old investment banker Dominic Perez watched as the recession tanked the jobs of the people around him. Then it was his turn. Jobless and unsure of the fSabina Vajraca - Directorhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/11/04/sabina-vajraca--directorFilmhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/11/04/sabina-vajraca--director/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/11/04/sabina-vajraca--directorWed, 04 Nov 2009 03:00:00 GMTSabina Vajraca - DirectorSabina's first documentary, "Back To Bosnia," has appeared in over 30 film festivals. She'll tell us about this emotional journey to her homeland, and the challenges of making a first film. She'll also tell us about her new film "Apparition."00:45:00The Casting CouchnoSabina Vajraca,Film,Movies,Documentary,DirectorSabina's first documentary, "Back To Bosnia," has appeared in over 30 film festivals. She'll tell us about this emotional journey to her homeland, and the challFilmmakers Tara Platt & Yuri Lowenthalhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/11/03/filmmakers-tara-platt-yuri-lowenthalFilmhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/11/03/filmmakers-tara-platt-yuri-lowenthal/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/11/03/filmmakers-tara-platt-yuri-lowenthalTue, 03 Nov 2009 03:00:00 GMTFilmmakers Tara Platt & Yuri LowenthalTara and Yuri are writers, actors, producers and voice-over artists. You've heard their voices on TV and in countless video games, radio spots, and advertisements. They recently won an award for their first feature film "Tumbling After." Their new book "Voice-Over, Voice Actor - What It's Like Behind the Mic" is now available. We'll talk to them about the entertainment biz, and how to be a successful voice artist.00:45:00The Casting CouchnoTara Platt,Yuri Lowenthal,Voice Over,Acting,FilmTara and Yuri are writers, actors, producers and voice-over artists. You've heard their voices on TV and in countless video games, radio spots, and advertisemenAward-Winning Author Wendy Orrhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/10/30/award-winning-author-wendy-orrBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/10/30/award-winning-author-wendy-orr/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/10/30/award-winning-author-wendy-orrFri, 30 Oct 2009 02:00:00 GMTAward-Winning Author Wendy OrrWendy Orr drops in from Australia. She has written several award-winning books, including Nim's Island, which was turned into a film starring Jodie Foster (pictured with Wendy below). We'll talk about her life and career as a writer, and look ahead to the books she has coming out next year.01:00:00The Casting CouchnoWendy Orr,Writing,Books,Authors,ReadingWendy Orr drops in from Australia. She has written several award-winning books, including Nim's Island, which was turned into a film starring Jodie Foster (pictBill Gorman - TV By The Numbershttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/10/27/bill-gorman--tv-by-the-numbersTelevisionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/10/27/bill-gorman--tv-by-the-numbers/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/10/27/bill-gorman--tv-by-the-numbersTue, 27 Oct 2009 20:00:00 GMTBill Gorman - TV By The NumbersBill Gorman, from TV By The Numbers, drops by to talk about the engine of television: viewers and what they're watching. Will your favorite show get the axe? Will your favorite show stick around for another season? What's the difference between a rating and a share? Which shows are the studios losing sleep over right now? Bill fills us in.00:45:00The Casting CouchnoTV,Ratings,Television,TV By The Numbers,Bill GormanBill Gorman, from TV By The Numbers, drops by to talk about the engine of television: viewers and what they're watching. Will your favorite show get the axe? WJessica Stuart Fewhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/10/23/jessica-stuart-fewMusichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/10/23/jessica-stuart-few/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/10/23/jessica-stuart-fewFri, 23 Oct 2009 20:00:00 GMTJessica Stuart FewJessica Stuart from the Jessica Stuart Few swings by the Casting Couch. Fresh from recording some new tunes in the studio, Jessica gives us a sneak peek at a couple of new songs, talks about how to make your own album, and what it's like to make it in the music business. We play a couple of new tracks from the band, and she lets us know about her upcoming tour.00:30:00The Casting CouchnoJessica Stuart Few,Music,Bands,Entertainment,Recording ArtistsJessica Stuart from the Jessica Stuart Few swings by the Casting Couch. Fresh from recording some new tunes in the studio, Jessica gives us a sneak peek at a coDavid Gale - Actor and ACTRA Executivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/10/22/david-gale--actor-and-actra-executiveEntertainmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/10/22/david-gale--actor-and-actra-executive/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/10/22/david-gale--actor-and-actra-executiveThu, 22 Oct 2009 20:00:00 GMTDavid Gale - Actor and ACTRA ExecutiveDavid Gale swings by to talk about acting and ACTRA. If you're an actor and want to know what an actor's union does for you, tune in. You've seen David on television as the host of Loving Spoonfuls, for which he won a Gemini award. He is also a director, producer, writer and choreographer. He has appeared in dozens of stage plays, including the award winning Pirates of Penzance in Stratford.00:45:00The Casting CouchnoDavid Gale,Acting,Actor,Film,TVDavid Gale swings by to talk about acting and ACTRA. If you're an actor and want to know what an actor's union does for you, tune in. You've seen David on televLynette Heavener - Director of StarCatchers Dance Festivalhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/10/21/lynette-heavener--director-of-starcatchers-dance-festivalEntertainmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/10/21/lynette-heavener--director-of-starcatchers-dance-festival/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/10/21/lynette-heavener--director-of-starcatchers-dance-festivalWed, 21 Oct 2009 18:00:00 GMTLynette Heavener - Director of StarCatchers Dance FestivalDance has exploded in the last few years, with such shows as So You Think You Can Dance and Dancing With the Stars. We'll chat with Lynette Heavener, who runs a dance festival in Ontario, Canada. Next year, thousands of dancers will compete in her competitions.00:45:00The Casting CouchnoDance,Dance Competition,Theater,Dancers,DancingDance has exploded in the last few years, with such shows as So You Think You Can Dance and Dancing With the Stars. We'll chat with Lynette Heavener, who runs aBryan Ibeas - Cormorant Bookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/10/21/bryan-ibeas--cormorant-booksEntertainmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/10/21/bryan-ibeas--cormorant-books/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/10/21/bryan-ibeas--cormorant-booksWed, 21 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMTBryan Ibeas - Cormorant BooksBryan Ibeas is the online marketer for Cormorant Books, winner of the 2008/2009 CBA Libris Small Publisher of the Year Award. Cormorant is devoted to publishing the best in new literary fiction and creative non-fiction. Bryan stops by to give us a behind-the-scenes look at book publishing, and what writers should know about how their book gets from their imagination to a reader's hands. The audio on this one isn't up to snuff, though you can hear it. Experimented with Skype and a headset. Experiment over.00:45:00The Casting CouchnoWriting,Authors,Books,Publishing,WritersBryan Ibeas is the online marketer for Cormorant Books, winner of the 2008/2009 CBA Libris Small Publisher of the Year Award. Cormorant is devoted to publishLeila Canon - Agent, B&M Modelshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/10/17/leila-canon--agent-bm-modelsLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/10/17/leila-canon--agent-bm-models/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/10/17/leila-canon--agent-bm-modelsSat, 17 Oct 2009 20:00:00 GMTLeila Canon - Agent, B&M ModelsA great chat with Leila Canon, Agent for B&M Models. Unfortunately the audio cut out just as we were saying good-bye. Bad phone lines today on the radio. But enjoy the interview and catch what Leila has to say about the modeling business. Good stuff.00:30:00The Casting CouchnoModels,Modeling,Photography,Entertainment,FashionA great chat with Leila Canon, Agent for B&M Models. Unfortunately the audio cut out just as we were saying good-bye. Bad phone lines today on the radio. But enAdam Rave - Lead Singer of Adam's Godhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/10/13/adam-raveMusichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/10/13/adam-rave/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/10/13/adam-raveTue, 13 Oct 2009 17:30:00 GMTAdam Rave - Lead Singer of Adam's GodAdam Rave is the lead singer and front man of Adam's God. He stops by the Casting Couch to talk about rocking the music business. We'll play a couple of the band's great tracks and get Adam's take on playing the scene and making it as a musician.00:30:00The Casting CouchnoRock,Music,Adam Rave,Entertainment,Adams GodAdam Rave is the lead singer and front man of Adam's God. He stops by the Casting Couch to talk about rocking the music business. We'll play a couple of the banSecond City's Paul Constablehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/10/08/interview-w-actor-paul-constableFilmhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/10/08/interview-w-actor-paul-constable/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/10/08/interview-w-actor-paul-constableThu, 08 Oct 2009 20:00:00 GMTSecond City's Paul ConstableSecond City's Paul Constable drops by the Casting Couch. You've seen him at Second City and as the face and voice of Breyer's Ice Cream. He just finished shooting episodes of The Ron James Show and Dan For Mayor. This fall you'll catch him in The Twelve Men of Xmas on the Lifetime network. You will also recognize Paul Constable from numerous television commercials, as well as Monkey Toast, a recurring show in Toronto. 00:30:00The Casting CouchnoComedy,Acting,Theatre,Television,AuditionSecond City's Paul Constable drops by the Casting Couch. You've seen him at Second City and as the face and voice of Breyer's Ice Cream. He just finished shoModel/Actress Leah Loganhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/10/06/leah-loganEntertainmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/10/06/leah-logan/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/castingcouch/2009/10/06/leah-loganTue, 06 Oct 2009 02:00:00 GMTModel/Actress Leah LoganLeah Logan dropped by the Casting Couch to discuss modelling and acting. She has some stories from the trenches, and some tips and advice for aspiring models. Great chat, Leah.00:30:00The Casting CouchnoModels,Acting,Modelling,Film,WomenLeah Logan dropped by the Casting Couch to discuss modelling and acting. She has some stories from the trenches, and some tips and advice for aspiring models. G