Hollywood Close-Up: Recent Episodes
Natalie Lipka, Wayne Frazier
Hollywood Close-up, hosted by two actors Natalie Lipka and Wayne Frazier focuses on creating your own career in the entertainment industry. On the show, Natalie and Wayne discuss the latest in the entertainment world, how to be proactive, well-rounded actors and how they don't wait for the phone to ring. Each episode will feature a close-up interview with one of Hollywood's finest working actors, directors, producers, writers and all the industry professionals in between.
Natalie and Wayne premiere Hollywood Close-Up's brand new theme song. Faruq Tauheed ("The Noise", "BattleBots") joins them for the end of the year Holiday episode.
Featuring Music – Leah Finkelstein and Heidi-Marie Ferren
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Natalie and Wayne celebrate Halloween with their new stage mama, Maw Kitty. They share new sketches and talk to the stars of BYUtv's "Extinct" Yorke G. Fryer and Chad Michael Collins.
Featuring Music – Dave Smith and Garry Corman with the OC9 Music Group
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Natalie and Wayne share what's on the horizon for Hollywood Close-Up. Filmmaker Thomas J. Churchill (Nation's Fire, Lazarus: Apocalypse) joins them to talk about going from VHS editing to directing an Academy Award nominee.
Featuring Music – Bev & Cliff Nelson with the OC9 Music Group
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With 200 episodes in the books, who better to celebrate with than the hilarious Steve Tom!
Featuring Music –
LaFemme Niketta
Slant
Heidi-Marie Ferren
Natalie and Wayne talk via phone call with two time Emmy award winning director Noel Quinones about his documentary film Uno A Uno. Stand-up comedian Stacey Taylor joins them live to talk about making life changes and the Straight Jacket Comedy Tour.
Featuring Music – Bev & Cliff Nelson with the OC9 Music Group
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Natalie and Wayne share different ways to help in the relief effort for victims of Hurricane Harvey. Actress and author Jenna Fischer ("The Office", Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story) joins them in-studio to talk about her new book "The Actors Life: A Survival Guide".
Featuring Music – Bev & Cliff Nelson with the OC9 Music Group
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Natalie and Wayne remember the comedy genius Jerry Lewis. Actress and model Tess Broussard (Comedy Central's "Kroll Show") talks about her charitable work and being a good role model for her daughter.
Natalie and Wayne are featured in Backstage AGAIN! S.J. Mendelson AKA Maw Kitty gives them a behind the scenes look at being a contestant on "America's Got Talent", shares her love for Simon Cowell and talks about being cast in a pilot for Netflix.
Featuring Music – Florence Hartigan
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Natalie and Wayne offer the SAG-AFTRA National Presidential Candidates an unbiased environment to discuss the issues at hand.
Featuring Music – Florence Hartigan
Natalie and Wayne review the SAG-AFTRA TV/Theatrical contract vote. International actress Bai Ling ("Entourage", Red Corner) chats about the long casting process and truly being in the moment on set.
Featuring Music – Florence Hartigan
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Natalie and Wayne speak fondly of the late Sam Shepard. Former Miss Black USA, musician and author Ezina spills the "fries" on multitasking in the business.
Featuring Music – Aliyah Moulden
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Natalie goes to live theatre while Wayne goes to a movie theater. Actress, comedienne and writer Christina Marie Leonard ("Loch Ness", The Hidden Rebels Podcast) drops by to talk about how Pocahontas and Princess Leia influenced her career in entertainment.
Featuring Music – Aliyah Moulden
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Natalie and Wayne get a call from past guest James Chalke with some exciting news. Singer and actress Aliyah Moulden (Netflix's Anastasia) joins them to chat about her experience working with coach Blake Shelton on NBC's "The Voice" and tells them about her early birthday gift.
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It's the Natalie and Wayne are back from summer hiatus episode. Actor, writer, producer and U.S. Veteran Vincent "Rocco" Vargas (Not a War Story, "Sons Of Anarchy: Mayans MC") calls from Las Vegas to talk about making a film on a low budget and working with Kurt Sutter.
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It's almost break time with Natalie and Wayne. Husband and wife team Cliff and Bev Nelson talk about their journey from writing their first song on the road to creating music with the OC9 Music Group.
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It's the best of the Tony Awards talk with Natalie and Wayne. Playwright, actor and teacher Jack Fry (They Call Me Mister Fry) channels Einstein! and chats about finding the right storyteller to direct your work.
Featuring Music – Bev & Cliff Nelson
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Natalie and Wayne chat about covering the red carpet at the AA4K Studios Student Short Film Premiere. Actress Mischa McCortney (Dropouts Comedy) joins them to talk about writing sketches with the one you love and how stand-up comedy can be therapeutic.
Featuring Music – Bev & Cliff Nelson
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Natalie and Wayne contemplate the the age old question – Is it appropriate to wear white before Memorial Day? Actress Caitlin O'Connor (American Satan and Glass Jaw) joins them to chat about hosting the upcoming Maxim Hot 100 List Party and shares her secrets to a successful beach photoshoot.
Featuring Music – No Small Children
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Natalie and Wayne recap their favorite moments from the 2017 Billboard Music Awards. Producer Jenn Page chats about being an independent film director and her upcoming passion project Playing with Beethoven.
Featuring Music – No Small Children
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PROMO LINKS Playing with Beethoven
Playing with Beethoven: Piano Audition - Unrehearsed Duet
Natalie and Wayne give tips for that last minute audition. Filmmaker Jason Raphael returns via phone to share updates on his film A New Beginning and his new comedy project.
Featuring Music – Slant
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Natalie and Wayne defend the creatives. Choreographer and creator of the immersive dance performance "The Other Side," Sofia Stoller chats about the many facets of her production which touch on political and social hierarchy.
Featuring Music – Slant
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Natalie and Wayne rejoice, NO WGA STRIKE! Director, author and acting instructor Mary Lou Belli ("Famous In Love", "NCIS: New Orleans") compares directing to making a pizza and talks about how the camera reads everything in an actor's eyes.
Social Media challenge accepted and completed. Natalie and Wayne chat with DJ Will Gill about spring break with Flo Rida and how he uses his turn tables to tell stories.
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Natalie and Wayne discuss working for free. Phoenix Forgotten star Florence Hartigan joins them to talk about preparing for a horror role and opening a flower shop!
Featuring Music – Losers Like Us
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Guest Promotions Phoenix Forgotten
Kaboombox – Musical/Rap Improv
Natalie and Wayne debate over proper chocolate bunny eating etiquette. Director Edward Payson (Our Friend Jon, Paranormal Central) joins them to talk about his film school experiences and filming a movie within a movie.
Featuring Music – The Last Gunfighter
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Natalie and Wayne pay homage to the Groundlings founder Gary Austin. Country music singer-songwriter Katelyn Marie joins them to chat about her writing techniques and building her team with the OC9 Music Group.
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Natalie and Wayne chat about the possible WGA strike. Empowering actress and star of her own super woman show Kimleigh Smith (T-O-T-A-L-L-Y, The Discovery) talks about being your own superhero and her new Netflix movie with Robert Redford.
Breaking News: There's traffic in LA! Natalie and Wayne discuss how to maneuver the gridlock and other travel options. The National Association of Latino Independent Producers executive director, Ben Lopez joins them to chat about connecting Latino content creators and preparing them to compete in Hollywood.
Wayne goes all Kong, as "This is Us" consumes Natalie. Rockers 4 Wildlife hosts Paul Padgett and Anahit Etemadi share some of their solutions for environmental issues and how they implement them to help save the planet.
Natalie and Wayne chat with musicians Kayley Stallings and Richard Tichelman as they prepare for their live performances at Planet Love Fest and Whisky A Go Go . Social media strategist Heidi Dean (Marketing 4 Actors) joins them live (on the phone) to talk about the importance of an actor's online presence, when to post bookings and her 21-Day Social Rockstar Challenge.
Natalie and Wayne talk about the hits and misses of the 2017 Oscars. Celebrity stylist Ali Levine is back and better than ever as she breaks down the final award season fashion trends. Featuring Music – Richard Tichelman Featured Links WEBSITE: http://www.alilevine.com INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/AliLevineDesign FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/AliLevineDesign TWITTER: https://twitter.com/AliLevineDesign
Natalie and Wayne preview the upcoming Oscars! SAG Awards 2017 winner Saniyya Sidney (Hidden Figures, Fences) talks about working with Denzel Washington, Viola Davis and the hilarious Kevin Hart.
Natalie and Wayne talk Grammys and the casting director workshops controversy. Writer, director and producer Russell Brown (Search Engines, Karen Black: On Acting) joins them in-studio as they leave the cell phones off and face to face conversation on with a mix of some Valentine's stuff in between!
Natalie and Wayne discuss the Superbowl and its correlation to the entertainment business. Producer Allison Tate and creator Mike Roma of the web series "Danny the Manny" talk about framing stories around your passions and not having to ask for permission.
Did Natalie and Wayne actually agree on their favorite part of the SAG Awards?! Director, writer and producer Melissa Vitello (Speak Now) talks about her different Kickstarter campaign approach, finishing up her five year plan and her favorite place to write. Featuring Music – Nick Darrow Featured Links WEBSITE: https://www.speaknowthemovie.com FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/speaknowthemovie Get Ticket for Speak Now's festival premiere at Hollywood Reel Independent Fest
Natalie and Wayne discuss the Oscar noms and this week's Screen Actors Guild Awards. Comedian Marty Ross is a fountain of youth and laughs as he joins them in studio to talk about beginning his stand-up comedy career at the young age of 65. Featuring Music – Slant Guest Links WEBSITE: www.martyross.com FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Marty-Ross-66297451828
Wayne asks Natalie a very important headshot question. Actress and singer/songwriter Christina Lizzul (Subject 0: Shattered Memories) talks about dropping her new EP, The Percipience and the emotional impact of acting. Featuring Music – Cristina Lizzul Guest Links WEBSITE: http://www.cristinalizzul.com TWITTER: https://twitter.com/crislizz1 FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/cristinalizzulofficial INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/cristinalizzul YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKy2Ha5jDBHX0B0omOIMLMQ
It's a Golden Global epic episode of sorts as Natalie and Wayne discuss the awards. Actor, writer and producer Cheryl Texiera ("Girl Meets World," Hoax) talks about adjusting between TV/film projects and how she prepares filming scenes out of order. Featuring Music – Cristina Lizzul Website: http://www.cheryltexiera.com/#story Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cheryl.texiera YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cheryltexiera Twitter: https://twitter.com/cheryltexiera Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Cheryl-Texiera-203366089711068 Guest Promotion Business of Acting Sign Up: http://www.cheryltexiera.com/classes#store
Wholly 2017!!! Natalie and Wayne are back with a whole new episode! They recap 2016, talk Golden Globes and ring in the fresh new year! Featuring Music – Cristina Lizzul
It's the Happy Holidays Episode: Volume 4. It's a magical time as Natalie and Wayne share their thoughts on Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. Singer and actress Heather Stewart of The Boobe' Sisters' joins them to talk about the making of a 3 Woman, 60's inspired, Comedy Doo-Wop singing group. Featuring Music – The Boobe Sisters Featured Links Get your copy of "Christmas Around the World", a collection of familiar Christmas songs with international flavor performed by artists from all over the globe. Guest Links WEBSITE: http://www.theboobesisters.com TWITTER: https://twitter.com/theboobesisters FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/theboobesisters INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/theboobesisters YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/theboobesisters
It's the beginning of awards season as Natalie and Wayne discuss the Critics' Choice Awards and the Golden Globe nominations. Actress and singer Heidi-Marie Ferren ("American Housewife", "Bored To Death") joins them to chat about working with Kris Kristofferson, Ted Danson and being the last Miss USO! Featuring Music – The Boobe Sisters Guest Links WEBSITE: http://heidimarieferren.net TWITTER: https://twitter.com/heidi_m_ferren FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/heidiferren INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/heidimarie818
Natalie and Wayne share some networking tips. Actress and author Masiela Lusha ("Sharknado 4", "George Lopez") talks about battling sharks and baking crumble pie. Featuring Music – The Boobe Sisters
Natalie and Wayne share Thanksgiving stories including one about actress Edie McClurg. Special guest actress and Keep It Real Acting's Youth & Teen Commercial Teacher Donna Rusch ("How to Get Away with Murder", "Revenge") joins them in studio to chat about teaching kids acting techniques, winning an award and Matthew McConaughey.
Natalie and Wayne get overtaken by the Supermoon as they attempt to talk about the Critics' Choice and People's Choice Awards nominations. Director, writer and producer Evan Kidd (Son of Clowns) joins them via phone to discuss the challenges of guerrilla shooting and micro-budget filmmaking. Featuring Music – LaFemme Niketta Guest Links WEBSITE: https://sonofclowns.com TWITTER: https://twitter.com/SonOfClownsFilm FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/SonOfClowns TRAILER: https://vimeo.com/147987384 Guest Promotions Watch Son of Clowns on Amazon Prime Order on Blu-ray & DVD
Natalie and Wayne #rockthevote! Teacher and author Pepper Jay ("Dynamic Song Performance, The Singer's Bible") shares some tips of the trade about audience psychology and talks about being honored at the Diamond Rose Awards.
It's a coffee talk episode with Natalie and Wayne. Public relations guru Russ Neibert and singer/songwriter Kayley Stallings give their insight on the making of the new album, "Just Kayley"!
Natalie and Wayne chat about the SAG-AFTRA interactive video game strike. Paris5000 Music & Film founder and producer Michael "Mickey" Durio shares some stories about the late David Bowie and Whitney Houston. Featuring Music – Kayley Stallings Guest Promotions Paris5000 Music & Film
It's the phone call episode. Singer/songwriter Kayley Stallings has got a big show Friday! Filmmaker extraordinaire Jason Raphael (A New Beginning) talks about the reality of being in the 1% in Hollywood. Featuring Music – Kayley Stallings Attend Kayley's album release show & party! - Guest Links FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ANewBeginningFilm IMDb: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt3583636/
It's Natalie's Birthday episode! Wayne and Natalie welcome Keep It Real Acting actor Oliver Morton (Fault, Killer Deal), as they chat filming abroad and choosing an acting method that works for you. Featuring Music – Alayna Carroll Guest Links TWITTER: www.twitter.com/olivermorton78 FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/olivermorton78 INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/olivermorton78 IMDb: www.imdb.me/olivermorton
Natalie preps for a big weekend and Wayne thinks the Griffith Observatory closes too early. "7 Deadly Sins The Actor Overcomes" author and actor Kevin E. West joins them in studio!
Natalie shares tips on what not to do on social media and Wayne skips October. Keep It Real Acting's Student Spotlight Jim Marshall (Start Up, The Purging Hour) chats about the importance of acting classes and provides his #1 piece of advice on how to build your acting resume. Featuring Music – Meg Smith Guest Links IMDb: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm6714083 VIMEO: https://vimeo.com/183440654
Natalie and Wayne get a surprise call-in from a celebrity who was at the 2016 Emmys! Stand-up comic Pete George (The Shawshank Redemption) plays some comedy tunes and channels Kermit the Frog! Featuring Music – Meg Smith Guest Links WEBSITE: http://www.petegeorge.tv TWITTER: https://twitter.com/PeteGeorgetv FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ThePeteGeorgeFanClub
It's the 2016 Fall TV preview episode starring Natalie and Wayne. Jen Ponton ("30 Rock", "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt") talks about working with Julianna Margulies, Kelsey Grammer and cow tipping! Guest Links WEBSITE: http://www.jenponton.com TWITTER: https://twitter.com/JenPonton FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/JenPontonActor INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/jenponton YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/user/JenPontonActor
Natalie and Wayne celebrate there 150th episode! It's a Happy Anniversary, as they chat with Rena-Marie about the past 50 shows and more. Featuring Music – http://www.danireyofficial.com, Dane Diamond and Kayley Stallings Featured Links WEBSITE: http://natalieandwayne.com TWITTER: https://twitter.com/NatalieandWayne FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/HollywoodCloseup INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/natalieandwayne/
Natalie and Wayne remember the master, Gene Wilder. Actress and teacher Gayla Goehl ("House M.D.", "Charmed") and actor Matthew Jacob Wayne ("The Middle", "New Girl") talk about the importance of developing good life skills and utilizing them in your acting. Featuring Music – Kirsti Manna Guest Information GUEST NAME: Gayla Goehl & Matthew Jacob Wayne Guest Links WEBSITE: http://gaylagoehl.com TWITTER: https://twitter.com/gaylagoehl FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ActingElements INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/gaylagoehl WEBSITE: www.matthewjacobwayne.com FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/MJWayneActor TWITTER: https://twitter.com/realmjwayneacts
Natalie and Wayne reminisce with Rena-Marie about 80's TV shows and TV crushes. Keep It Real Acting's Student Spotlight actress and model Jeanene Beauregard joins them to chat about being grateful for auditions, taking acting classes in LA vs. Chicago and pork loin. Featuring Music – Kirsti Manna Guest Links TWITTER: https://twitter.com/j9beauregard FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/j9beau IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm3722940
Natalie and Wayne name some new fall TV shows in a new unique game. Actor and writer Bobby Quinn Rice ("The Soul Man," Spidora) joins them in studio bringing his best impersonations of C-3PO, Lando Calrissian and an old cranky guy. Featuring Music – Kirsti Manna http://www.kirsti.com http://www.songwritergirl.com Guest Information GUEST NAME: Bobby Quinn Rice Guest Links WEBSITE: http://bobbyquinnrice.com IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1967231
Natalie and Wayne chat about the 2016 Rio Olympic games. Actor, filmmaker, stuntman Tom Proctor (Guardians of the Galaxy, True Detective) joins them to talk about Woody Harrelson's first impression of him and gives some sound advice to new actors. Featuring Music – Ashley Rose Guest Information GUEST NAME: Tom Proctor Guest Links WEBSITE: http://tomproctor.com TWITTER: https://twitter.com/tomproctor INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/tomproctorfilms YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomProctor IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0698354/
Natalie and Wayne introduce a new segment dedicated to the crews of TV/Film aptly called, "What Do They Do, Exactly?" Actress and talent manager Kate Romero (Stellar Angel Talent) shares her amazing stories about beating paralysis, Bob Hope and arm wrestling Jerry Bruckheimer. Featuring Music – Ashley Rose Guest Information GUEST NAME: Kate Romero Guest Links WEBSITE: www.StellarAngelTalent.com FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/StellarAngelTalent INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/kismetkatieandjohn IMDB: http://www.imdb.me/katemromero VIMEO: https://vimeo.com/kateromero
Natalie and Wayne chat about the trailers released at Comic-Con 2016. Actress Katy Bodenhamer ("The Crazy Ones," "The Mindy Project") joins them to talk about her role in the film Adam & Miriam, living in Dubai and how you need to be proactive in the entertainment business. Featuring Music – Ashley Rose Guest Information GUEST NAME: Katy Bodenhamer Guest Links WEBSITE: http://www.katybodenhamer.com TWITTER: https://twitter.com/BodenhamerGirl FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/katybodenhamer INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/BodenhamerGirl
Natalie and Wayne preview this year's Emmy Nominations! Actor, writer and director Granison Crawford joins them in-studio to chat his comedy series "Blacticus", his venture into stand-up and honest casting. Featuring Music – Lacy Younger Guest Information GUEST NAME: Granison Crawford Guest Links FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/granivision INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/instagranison
Natalie and Wayne talk about their two day stint playing aliens. MFE Founder and CEO Saif Rahman joins them to chat about the correlation between sports and entertainment and the how the face of entertainment is changing.
Natalie and Wayne have a quick phone chat with recording artist Lacy Younger. Casting director Laurie Records joins them in studio to talk about how casting is a 24 hour job and some interesting insight on crashing auditions. Featuring Music – Lacy Younger Guest Information GUEST NAME: Laurie Records Guest Links WEBSITE: http://www.laurierecordscasting.com TWITTER: https://twitter.com/laurierecords FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/commercialclassesbylaurierecords Guest Promotions Take Commercial Classes with Laurie The Networker Blog – Commercial Actors Should Never...
Natalie and Wayne talk about going to the special "Grease Live!" Q&A. Actress Reatha Grey ("Betty White's Off Their Rockers", "Uncle Buck") stops by to chat about keeping current with the ever-changing acting business. Featuring Music – Devon Nickoles Guest Information GUEST NAME: Reatha Grey Guest Links WEBSITE: http://reathagrey.com TWITTER: http://twitter.com/reathagrey FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ReathaGrey INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/reathagrey YOUTUBE: http://youtube.com/reathadenise
Natalie and Wayne recap the 2016 Tony Awards! Actress, singer and dancer Alisa Reyes ("All That", "Da Jammies") joins them in studio to chat about her new music video "SEXY HOT" and being a hippie Catholic. Guest Information GUEST NAME: Alisa Reyes Guest Links WEBSITE: http://www.alisareyes.com TWITTER: https://twitter.com/alisareyes FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/alisareyesfanpage INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/alisareyes YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/user/AlisaReyesForever PERISCOPE: https://periscope.com/alisareyes
Natalie and Wayne remember Muhammad Ali and his impact on the entertainment business. Improvisor and actor Paul Hungerford is back, this time to chat about using improvisation to further your career. Featuring Music – Devon Nickoles Featured Links Check out past guest, Judy Kain's new book – I Booked It! The Commercial Actor's Handbook Guest Information GUEST NAME: Paul Hungerford Guest Links TWITTER: https://twitter.com/FewdioPaul INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/therealumlaut/ Guest Promotions http://improtheatre.com
Natalie and Wayne talk the importance of "getting away". Actor and casting session runner George Ketsios ("NCIS: Los Angeles", "The Mindy Project") shares his journey from theatre to TV and all the info between. Featuring Music – Sestra Featured Links Check out past guest, Judy Kain's new book – I Booked It! The Commercial Actor's Handbook Guest Information GUEST NAME: George Ketsios Guest Links IMDb TWITTER
Wayne and Natalie continue their talk about the different types of auditions. Actresses Katie ("New Girl") and Ashley ("Henry Danger") Silverman join them to talk about playing younger versions of adult TV characters, Star Wars and being a professional onset! Featuring Music – Sestra Featured Links Check out past guest, Judy Kain's new book – I Booked It! The Commercial Actor's Handbook Guest Information GUEST NAME: Katie and Ashley Silverman Guest Links TWITTER: https://twitter.com/SilvermanKatie INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/katieannesilverman/ Katie on IMDb: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4693257/ Ashley on IMDb: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm5095068/
Natalie and Wayne discuss the differences between an audition and being on a production set once you book the job. Mimi Davila & Laura DiLorenzo aka The Chonga Girls talk about how they became YouTube sensations, and now 9 years later are bringing them out of retirement. Featuring Music – Sestra
Featured Links Check out past guest, Judy Kain's new book – I Booked It! The Commercial Actor's Handbook
Guest Information GUEST NAME: Mimi Davila & Laura DiLorenzo
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Natalie and Wayne talk television series finales. Voiceover artist Debi Derryberry (Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius, "F Is For Family") joins them in studio to talk about her book Voice-Over 101: How to Succeed as a Voice Actor and creating character voices. Featuring Music – Sestra
Natalie and Wayne are joined by actor and CD Robert B. Martin, Jr. for an educational breakdown of the SAG-AFTRA commercials contracts referendum Showrunner, writer, and actor Jack Kenny ("Warehouse 13") talks about his play at Sci-Fest LA and what goes into running a TV show.
Wayne and Natalie pay tribute to Prince. Isabel Echeverry founder of Kontakto Entertainment joins them to chat the importance of being a SAG-AFTRA member, the growth of Latino talent in the entertainment industry and being a Shamama. Check out past guest, Judy Kain's new book – I Booked It! The Commercial Actor's Handbook
Natalie and Wayne reveal some truths about self-taping your auditions. Writer and director Josh Isaacson joins them in studio to talk about his comedy/educational web series Atticus' Activists and monkeys!
Natalie and Wayne touch on the casting director workshop controversy. Ships Have Sailed's Will Carpenter calls in to chat the band's new acoustic EP Whispers, how they use social media and upcoming shows.
Natalie and Wayne pay respects to some of the finest in entertainment that were lost this past week. Keep It Real Acting's Spotlight of the Month, actor Glen McDougal ("VR Troopers", Jack in the Box) joins them in studio as they talk Barney Rubble, growing a beard and improvisation.
Natalie and Wayne want you…to stop apologizing in the audition room! Filmmakers Oscar Rene Lozoya, Alex Raines & Brian Flaccus (How We Met) talk indie filmmaking, the writing process and shooting on location.
Oh, by gosh and by golly, it's the St. Paddy's Day episode! Actor and host Adam Salandra (AfterBuzz TV, Hollywood Drive) joins Natalie and Wayne in studio to talk about making a career shift and comedic acting. Featuring Music – Ships Have Sailed Featured Link Check out past guest, Judy Kain's new book – I Booked It! The Commercial Actor's Handbook Guest Info Guest Name: Adam Salandra Guest Links Website Twitter Instagram Facebook YouTube
Wayne plays game show host and quizzes Natalie and Rena-Marie on THR's "Hollywood's 100 Favorite Movie Lines." Shaleah Dawnyel of Seeing Beauty joins them to talk about inside-out marketing and what defines success. Featuring Music – Laura Jean Anderson Featured Links Check out past guest, Judy Kain's new book – I Booked It! The Commercial Actor's Handbook Guest Info Guest Name: Shaleah Dawnyel – Seeing Beauty Guest Links Website Facebook Twitter Instagram
Wayne and Natalie speak French, talk "Fuller House" and recap the 2016 Oscars! Featuring Music – Laura Jean Anderson Featured Links Check out past guest, Judy Kain's new book - I Booked It! The Commercial Actor's Handbook
There's another Frazier in town. Wayne's brother Bruce visits Hollywood Close-Up and Natalie and Wayne give their thoughts on the upcoming Oscars. Actor, writer and Keep It Real Acting's Student Spotlight Michael King joins them to talk about taking the biz by storm after a 20 year hiatus. Featuring Music – Laura Jean Anderson Featured Links Check out past guest, Judy Kain's new book – I Booked It! The Commercial Actor's Handbook Guest Info Guest Name: Michael King Guest Links Twitter Instagram Facebook
Natalie and Wayne recap the Grammys with a special call-in guest. Actor, writer and producer Armando DuBon Jr. (A Father's Journey, Teleious) joins them in studio to talk teamwork and what it means to be a consummate professional on set. Featuring Music – Maggie Szabo Featured Links Check out past guest, Judy Kain's new book – I Booked It! The Commercial Actor's Handbook Guest Info Guest Name: Armando DuBon Jr. Guest Links IMDB Guest Promo A FATHER'S JOURNEY: OFFICIAL MOVIE TRAILER
Wayne celebrated a birthday and the Super Bowl commercials left Natalie and Wayne wanting more. Actress and teacher Stacy Edwards joins them to talk about the importance of listening, taking your scene partner in and how working on a Soap Opera is some of the best acting training. Featuring Music – Maggie Szabo Featured Link Check out past guest, Judy Kain's new book I Booked It! The Commercial Actor's Handbook Guest Info Guest Name: Stacy Edwards IMDB Guest Promo Stacy Edward's Advanced Scene Study Class
Wayne and Natalie recap the SAG Awards. Comedian Justin Foster (Foster the Podcast) joins them to talk about being on the road, working out new material and his comedic intuition. Featuring Music – Maggie Szabo/a> Featured Links Check out past guest, Judy Kain's new book – I Booked It! The Commercial Actor's Handbook Guest Info Guest Name: Justin Foster Guest Links Website Guest Promo Foster the Podcast
Natalie and Wayne take a deep breath, close their eyes and talk about how meditation can be very eye opening. Actor, model and Keep It Real Acting's Spotlight of the Month Dezmyre joins them to talk about what to do in the audition room and the importance of support when following your dreams. Featuring Music – David Vines Featured Links Check out past guest, Judy Kain's new book – I Booked It! The Commercial Actor's Handbook Guest Info Guest Name: Dezmyre Guest Links Website Instagram Facebook
Wayne listens to some sound advice from Natalie. Actress and comedy writer Caitlin Barlow (TV Land's "Teachers") explains her process for creating a TV series and working with her best friends. Featuring Music – David VinesFeatured Links Check out past guest, Judy Kain's new book I Booked It! The Commercial Actor's Handbook Guest Info Guest Name: Caitlin Barlow Guest Links Website Instagram Twitter Guest Promo "Teachers" on TV Land
Natalie and Wayne debate their Golden Globe best and worst moments. They deliver a fond farewell to music icon, David Bowie. Celebrity stylist Ali Levine is back to chat about the amazing new looks and fashion from this year's start to the award season. Featuring Music – David Vines Featured Link #1: Check out past guest, Judy Kain's new book – I Booked It! The Commercial Actor's Handbook Guest Info Guest Name: Ali Levine Guest Links Website Twitter https://www.facebook.com/AliLevineDesign Instagram Guest Promo Product 1: Ownzones Channel Product 2: Sterling Forever
It's the Happy 2016 Hollywood Close-Up episode. Natalie and Wayne sit down with Kevin Farley ("F is for Family," "The Waterboy") as he talks about stand-up comedy, doing voiceover work and heading to Nashville to continue his work on the CMT show "Sill the King." Featuring Music – David Vines Featured Link #1 Check out past guest, Judy Kain's new book – I Booked It! The Commercial Actor's Handbook Guest Info Guest Name: Kevin Farley Web-Links Website Facebook Twitter
It's the Holiday Party Episode! Wayne and Natalie celebrate with actor, director, improviser and a href="http://keepitrealacting.com" target="_blank">Keep it Real Acting's Spotlight of the Month Jessica Lynn Verdi. Featuring Music – Nick Darrow Check out past guest Guest Links Website: http://www.JessicaLynnVerdi.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/jessicaverdi Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/jessicalynnverdi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/messicadirty/ Guest Promo The Improvised Generation…on Facebook Instagram Twitter
Natalie and Wayne express their thoughts on the Golden Globe and SAG Award nominees. Actress Yuka Sano (Samurai Cop 2, The Nice Guy) joins them to chat sword fighting, working with Steve Buscemi and Japanese holiday traditions. Featuring Music – Dani Rey Featured Link: Check out past guest, Judy Kain's new book – I Booked It! The Commercial Actor's Handbook Website: https://www.yukasano.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actressyukasano Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/yukasanoactress
Wayne and Natalie chat V.O. with Rena-Marie. Actress and producer Doris Guerrero ("Shameless", "Jane the Virgin") talks letting go, conquering your fears and the importance of being kind in this business. Featuring Music – Dani Rey Featured Link #1: Check out past guest, Judy Kain's new book – I Booked It! The Commercial Actor's Handbook Guest Links Website: www.dorisguerrero.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/dorislguerrero Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dorisacts/
Natalie and Wayne loosen their belts a notch as they talk Turkey. Singer/actress Dani Rey chats about her debut album Yo! and her love for comedy acting! Click here to get your dab on! Featured Link #1: Check out past guest, Judy Kain's new book – I Booked It! The Commercial Actor's Handbook Guest Links Website: http://www.danireyofficial.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/danireyofficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danireyofficial/
Hollywood Close-Up shares what they are thankful for. Keep it Real Acting's Student Spotlight Eric Satterberg ("Castle", "Ray Donovan") joins Natalie and Wayne to talk about turkey day, commercial acting and headshots. Featuring Music – Dane Diamond Featured Link #1: Check out past guest, Judy Kain's new book – I Booked It! The Commercial Actor's Handbook Guest Links Website: http://ericsatterberg.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/ericsatterberg Instagram: https://instagram.com/satterbomb
Hollywood Close-Up takes a moment of silence to express their solidarity with France. Actor Louis DeStefano joins them in studio to chat about his first red carpet, being in the moment and building a career in the entertainment industry. Featuring Music – Dane Diamond Check out past guest, Judy Kain's new book – I Booked It! The Commercial Actor's Handbook Guest Links Website: Louis DeStefano on IMDb Facebook: Like Louis DeStefano on Facebook
Natalie gets all Jersey and flies into LA for an audition and Wayne discloses his non-disclosure about his Fallout 4 voiceover work. Special guest, music producer and songwriter Dane Diamond shares what it’s like to be a Weapon Factory for Ninjas! Featuring Music – Dane Diamond Featured Link #1: Check out past guest, Judy Kain's new book – I Booked It! The Commercial Actor's Handbook Guest Links Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/danediamondofficial Instagram: https://instagram.com/danediamondofficial Guest Promo Product 1: Get The Weapon Factory for Ninjas "Strikes Again" on iTunes
Natalie talks about smartphone battery myths and Wayne breaks out "The Boomstick". Actress Rebecca Bloom from The Peanuts Movie chats about her role as Marcie and juggling school, sports and her acting career. Featuring Music – Shevyn Roberts Guest Links Website: Rebecca Bloom on IMDb Twitter: https://twitter.com/rebeccabloom12 Instagram: https://instagram.com/rebeccabloom12
It's the Happy Halloween episode, ooooaah scary! Actress Melissa Gomez (Reading Rainbow, Keep it Real Acting's Student Spotlight of the Month) joins them in studio and talks audition tips, crying on cue and running for president! Featuring Music – Shevyn Roberts Guest Links Instagram: https://instagram.com/melissamaygomez
Natalie sees Janet Jackson in concert and Wayne's back and guess what…he's talking Star Wars. Entertainment lawyer and podcaster Gordon Firemark joins them in studio for some juicy legal talk. Featuring Music – Shevyn Roberts Guest Links Website: http://firemark.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/gfiremark Guest Promo Product 1: Power Podcasting for Lawyers Product 2: Theatre Producer Academy
Wayne booked a job and Natalie got locked in a room. Craig Horner and David Coffey of the band Ithaca join Natalie to talk about their musical process, the making of their "No Control" music video and how they got their name. Watch Ithaca's "No Control" Music Video featuring Natalie & Wayne Featured Link #1: www.theactorsphotolab.com Guest Links Website: http://www.ithacatheband.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/AllAboutIthaca, https://twitter.com/craig_horner Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ithacathebandLA YouTube: More Ithaca Videos
Martians, virgins and rain? Oh, my! Wayne and Natalie chat with stand-up comic Jason Hadley (The Hollywood Rockin' Wrap Up & The Hadley Hour) and nothing is off limits! Featuring Music: Ithaca Featured Link: www.theactorsphotolab.com Guest Links Twitter: https://twitter.com/ComedianJHadley, https://twitter.com/rockinwrapup Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rockinwrapup YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/RockinWrapUp
Wayne gives "The Muppets" five out of five frog legs. Natalie tests Wayne and Rena-Marie's social media addictions. Keep it Real Acting's Student Spotlight of the Month Suzanne Schmidt (“Sons of Anarchy," "Days of Our Lives") joins them to talk about her web series, "Hey You, It's Me" and the importance of being prepared. Featuring Music: Ithaca Featured Link #1: www.theactorsphotolab.com Guest Links Website: http://www.heyyou-itsme.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/Schmidttime, https://twitter.com/heyyouitsmela
It's The Emmy recap episode with Natalie and Wayne. Celebrity stylist Ali Levine joins them in studio and talks style and the importance of confidence on the red carpet. Featuring Music: Kayley Stallings Featured Link #1: http://www.theactorsphotolab.com Guest Links Website: http://www.alilevine.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliLevineDesign Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AliLevineDesign
What are some of the new Fall TV programs that got Natalie and Wayne all fired up? Singer and actor Kayley Stallings (Breaking Legs, The Martial Arts Kid) joins them as she talks about her journey in the entertainment business, Broadway and her love for music. Also, a never before surprise ending!!!! Featuring Music: Kayley Stallings Featured Link #1: http://www.theactorsphotolab.com Guest Links Website: Kayley Stallings IMDb Twitter: https://twitter.com/kayleystallings
Natalie and Wayne revel in their 100th episode celebration. Jill Wagner (“Teen Wolf”, “Wipeout”) joins them to talk about hosting and her involvement with the LLS – Light The Night Walk. Featuring Music Kayley Stallings To donate to Jill's LLS walk CLICK HERE Featured Link #1: http://www.theactorsphotolab.com Guest Links Website: Jil Wagner IMDb Twitter: https://twitter.com/JillWagner Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jillwagnerofficial
Natalie and Wayne celebrate 100 episodes. During this very special show, you are going to find out what makes these two do what these two do. They reflect on some of the funniest and serious moments, the music, the laughs and the future! Featuring Music Jesse Medeles KayBe Featured Link #1: http://www.theactorsphotolab.com
Natalie and Wayne make a special announcement about the 100th Episode! Keep it Real Acting's Student Spotlight of the Month Rebecca Avery, Vice President of Circle X Theatre Co. talks to us about her work on "Modern Family" and how she prepares for roles. Featuring Music The Cringe, Slant and The Shakers Featured Link #1: http://www.theactorsphotolab.com Guest Links Website: http://rebeccaavery02.wix.com/rebavery Twitter: https://twitter.com/rebavery
Natalie and Wayne get transported to the 1930's this past weekend. Ya, See?! James Chalke (Actor, Producer, Director) and Russ Neibert (Producer, Publicist) of White Horse Productions join them to talk about their film project, "A Voice From the White Horse." It is their mission to tell a compelling story about Hope, Courage and Faith based on the true events of writer Julie Lee. Featuring Music – Storm Boyer, Balance and the Traveling Sounds and Yaya Featured Link #1: http://www.theactorsphotolab.com Guest Links Website: A Voice From The White Horse Film Project on INDIEGOGO Twitter: https://twitter.com/jameschalke, https://twitter.com/AAMPRussNeibert Facebook: White Horse Productions
Natalie and Wayne discuss the latest movie theater incidents. Tim and Katie Hooten of Hardy Howl Films talk about their animated movie Hoodwinked! and share their personal story and involvement with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. For more info on Light The Night Walk – http://www.lightthenight.org/calso/ Featuring Music – Melina Hanke Featured Link #1: http://www.theactorsphotolab.com Guest Links Website: http://hardyhowl.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/TimHooten, https://twitter.com/KatieHootweet
Natalie and Wayne chat about their recent photo shoot to prep Hollywood Close-Up's 100th episode. Actor Joel Johnstone ("The Astronaut Wives Club," Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day) shares with them his passion for playing an American hero and talks about directing, writing, producing and starring in his award winning short film The Pilgrim & The Private Eye. Featuring Music – Melina Hanke Featured Link #1: http://www.theactorsphotolab.com Guest Links Website: Joel Johnstone IMDb Twitter: https://twitter.com/joelsjohnstone Instagram: https://instagram.com/joeljohnstone/
Natalie and Wayne share some great news! Keep it Real Acting's Student Spotlight of the Month SJ Mendelson talks about industry change, stand up comedy and "Maw Kitty"! Featuring Music – Melina Hanke Featured Link #1: http://www.songwritergirl.com Featured Link #2: http://www.theactorsphotolab.com Guest Links Website: http://sjmendelson.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/sjmendelson YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SANDYLTNGGIRL
Wayne recaps his experience at the Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Sports Awards while Natalie talks about reconnecting with her first acting teacher. Actor Brian Vermeire and actress Kristina Hughes stop by to chat about Holdon Log, PerformerTrack and how to run your career as a business. Featuring Music – Melina Hanke Featured Link #1: http://www.songwritergirl.com Featured Link #2: http://www.theactorsphotolab.com Guest Links Website: www.TheBriGuy.com, www.FancyComedy.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrianVermeire, https://twitter.com/KristinaHughes Guest Promo Product 1: www.HoldonLog.com Product 2: www.PerformerTrack.com
It's the Natalie's got a secret, Wayne does not episode. They discuss blogs and binge watching summer television. Featured Link #1: http://www.songwritergirl.com Featured Link #2: https://www.facebook.com/jacob.davich.1?fref=ts Guest Links Twitter: https://twitter.com/JDavichMusic Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jacob.davich.1?fref=ts Guest Promo Product 1: https://www.facebook.com/events/794873577292710/
It's the after 4th of July episode as Natalie and Wayne are back! They are joined in studio with Keep it Real Acting's Student Spotlight Frankie Pozos to talk costume characters, comedy and commercials. Featuring Music – The Cringe Featured Link #1: www.songwritergirl.com Guest Links Twitter: https://twitter.com/frankie_pozos YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/darklordofhotness
Natalie and Wayne try to break down the Will Ferrell/Kristen Wiig Lifetime movie "A Deadly Adoption." Inspiring and brave author Liz Crokin (Malice) joins them in studio and shares her story that almost cost her, her life. Featuring Music – The Cringe Guest Links Website: http://lizcrokin.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/LizCrokin
Wayne talks dinosaurs and Natalie discusses a great improv class. Comedic actor Matt Cook drops by to talk about his new sitcom "Clipped" and going to Scotland for the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. F eaturing Music – The Cringe Guest Links Website: Matt Cook IMDb, Listen to Matt on Crit Juice Podcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/mattcooktweeted
Natalie and Wayne talk Entourage and the Tony Awards. Life coach and actress Alison Robertson ("Nicky, Ricky, Dicky and Dawn," "The West Wing") joins them in studio, and all the 'rules' are thrown out the window. Featuring Music – Fused by Defiance Featured Link #1: http://www.songwritergirl.com Guest Links Website: http://www.alisonrobertsonassociates.com Website: http://alisonrobertson.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/alisonrobertson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AlisonRobertsonAssociates
It's the Natalie gets new headshots and Wayne talks about San Andreas episode. Actor Sal Landi ("Days of Our Lives," "Desperate Housewives") joins them in studio to talk about Mr. T, George Clooney and playing the villain on-screen. Featuring Music – Fused by Defiance Guest Links Website: Sal Landi IMDb
Natalie gets her hair did by the Chaz Dean. Wayne gets a new agent. Keep it Real Acting's Student Spotlight of the Month Andrew Fox joins them for his first ever interview to talk about being a child actor in Hollywood. Featuring Music – Fused by Defiance Guest Links Website: Andrew Fox IMDb
Wayne and Natalie pay homage to iconic talk show legend, David Letterman. LA's premier image, headshot and marketability guru Tom Burke joins them in studio because he just wants actors to work! Featuring Music – Kevin MacLeod Guest Links Website: http://www.thecastableactor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/CastableActor
Wayne and Natalie chat about how to deal with back to back auditions. Cheryl Texiera ("Girl Meets World", "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia") joins them to talk Ghostbusters, Confessions and Star Wars. Featuring Music: Maggie Szabo– http://www.allaboutmaggie.com/ Guest Links Website: http://www.cheryltexiera.com Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/CherylTexiera YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/MsLilTex
Natalie and Wayne chat about their recent visit to the Warner Bros. Lot to watch a taping of TBS' new comedy "Clipped," starring past guest, Matt Cook. Award winning director, Marjorie Cohen joins them to talk about her upcoming web series The Caitlin Chronicles and teaches them how not to speak French. Featuring Music: Slant – http://slantmusic.net Check out Marjorie's films on IndieFlix: My Name is Vivienne La Mime Website: http://marjoriecohen.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/marj_cohen
"There is a disturbance in the force..." did Natalie see Star Wars? Wayne and Natalie welcome Keep it Real Acting's Student Spotlight of the Month Eljae Brown to chat stand-up comedy, producing your own web series and being your authentic self! Featuring Music: Slant – http://slantmusic.net Website: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm7120842 Twitter: https://twitter.com/funnymissbrown
What happens in Vegas, stays in…never mind, Wayne's got a story and Natalie touchs on the big "Coachella" weekend. They talk to guests Munir Haque and Fahim Zaman of the hard rock band, Slant about their new album, "Hope Created" and touring overseas for our Armed Forces. Website: http://slantmusic.net Twitter: https://twitter.com/slantmusic Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/slantmusic.net YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/slantmusic
Wayne recaps Furious 7 and Natalie talks about her new favorite show "The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt." The "celebritizer" Gayl Murphy joins them in studio to talk about her book Interview Tactics: How To Survive The Media Without Getting Clobbered! The Insider's Guide To Giving A Killer Interview!, celebrity interviews and the one thing actors need to know about media. Featuring Music – Kirsti Manna Website: http://gaylmurphy.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/gaylmurphy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegaylmurphy
It's a fine day for a Skype. Natalie and Wayne are joined by singer/songwriter Kirsti Manna ("Austin" -Blake Shelton, "Loud" -Big & Rich) from Nashville, TN via Skype to talk music, inspiration, and the word o' the day! Featuring Music – Kirsti Manna Website: http://www.songwritergirl.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/SongwriterGirl Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SongwriterGirlPage
Wayne had a wet and wild time on his Ray-Ban shoot. Natalie and Wayne are joined by Keep it Real Acting's Student Spotlight of the Month Joshua Chang ("Silicon Valley," True Detective) as they chat about some "do's" and "don'ts" of working on set. Featuring Music – Kirsti Manna IMDb: http://www.imdb.me/joshuachang
Natalie and Wayne celebrate St. Patrick's Day and talk about auditing acting classes. Actor, Erick Chavarria (The DUFF, Eastbound & Down) joins them to chat about working with Will Ferrell and Kevin Hart in Get Hard, his controversial Carl's Jr. commercial and changing his major. Website: http://www.erickchavarria.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/erickjchavarria
Wayne's on avail…but what does it mean? Actor and musician, Beau Brians joins Natalie and Wayne in the studio to chat about his starring role in Speak Now at Burbank's The Missing Piece Theatre and his YouTube channel Epic Beau. Website: http://www.epicbeau.com Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/epicbeau YouTube: https://youtube.com/user/WinsorIII
It's the someone still hasn't seen Star Wars and it's not Wayne episode. Natalie and Wayne welcome special guest actress, writer and blogger Annie Baria ("2 Broke Girls", Bro, What Happened?) for a lot of laughter, and how you have to be disciplined when creating your own content. Featuring Music – The Enzymes with the Active Ingredients Website: http://heelsinthehills.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/LadyAnnieBaria
It's the Oscars have come and gone recap show! Latino recording artist and actor Jesse Medeles ("Friday Night Lights", Snitch) talks world equality and his passion for entertaining. Music: reverbnation.com/jessemedeles Website: Jessemedeles.com Twitter: twitter.com/jessemedeles
It's the homage to the SNL 40 episode. Emmy and Grammy nominee Toni Basil (best known for her worldwide #1 hit “Mickey”) joins Natalie and Wayne in studio, as she recounts over 40 years of working as a legendary choreographer/performer. Check out her latest choreography in Bette Midler's 2015 tour! Featuring Music – The Enzymes with the Active Ingredients Website: http://www.tonibasil.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialToniBasil YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ToniBasilsHouse
It's the few days before Valentines Day episode. Natalie and Wayne recap the Grammy Awards, and are joined in the studio by the Jay-Z and Beyonce of podcasting Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano owners/operators the constantly growing company The Network Studios. GUEST LINKS Twitter: @mikecasentini, @rmvillano Facebook: /mikecomedy, /RenaMarieVillanoVO Websites: casentini.com, renamarievillano.com
It's the Wayne is stoked about the Patriots and Natalie's emotional about the Super Bowl halftime episode. Judy Kain ("The Odd Couple," "Mad Men") joins them in studio as they talk Keep It Real Acting and setting yourself up for great auditioning. Featuring Music – From Grammy Nominated David & Devine Website: Keep It Real Acting Twitter: @KeepItRealActin Facebook: Keep It Real Acting YouTube: Keep It Real Acting
Halfway through awards season, Natalie and Wayne recap the SAG Awards. Co-creator, executive producer and host of "America's It Girl," Justin Howard (hot off his trip from Sundance) joins them for an in-depth take on fashion. Featuring Music – From Grammy Nominated David & Devine Website: America's It Girl Twitter: @Americas_ItGirl
Natalie's back from the east coast and Wayne is proud of The New England Patriots. Veteran actors Art LaFleur and Sam Ingraffia talk serial killers, the subject of their YouTube web series Shoot To Kill, and sticking it out in the "biz" for over 30 years. Featuring Music – From the Grammy Nominated David & Devine Art LaFleur IMDb Sam Ingraffia IMDb
It's the Golden Globe recap episode. Wayne, Natalie and special guest Paul Preston (The Movie Guys Podcast) talk winners, losers and everything in between about the beginning of award season. Featuring the music of Yaya, Kabe and Magnolia Memoirs. Website: http://www.digitalpodcast.com/feeds/53930-the-movie-guys-podcast
It's "The Selfish Episode" Part: Deux, with your favorite podcast hosts Natalie Lipka and Wayne Frazier. It's a new year, with new talk and a brand new segment as Wayne and Natalie continue an extraordinary Hollywood Close-Up season. Natalie Lipka IMDb Wayne Frazier IMDb Twitter: @HwoodCloseUp
It's the Happy Holidays episode! Natalie and Wayne recap the Screen Actors Guild and Golden Globe nominees. Jay Harrington ("Benched", "Better Off Ted") cheers up the studio for their year end spectacular. Featuring Music – Kevin MacLeod WATCH BENCHED ON USA NETWORK Website: Jay Harrington IMDb Twitter: @jayharrington3
Natalie and Wayne recap their experience on The Movie Guys Showcast. It's "All About the Bates" on this episode as actress and singer Angelique Bates joins them to chat about celebrity paintball for charity and growing up in Los Angeles as an actor. She's "All That." Featuring Music – The Wiskeyhickon Boys IMDb: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0060839/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AngeliqueBates
It's the raining in LA episode! The "purrrfect" post Thanksgiving Hollywood Close-Up with special guest Alissa Juvan the producer, writer and star of the web series Kiddie Litter. Featuring Music – The Wiskeyhickon Boys Website: KiddieLitterTV.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/alissajuvan
Gobble, Gobble…it's the Thanksgiving episode! Natalie and Wayne welcome actor/writer/producer Philip Quinaz (Periods, Hollidaysburg) in studio as they talk turkey, pilgrims and pumpkin pie! Featuring Music – KayBe Website: http://periodsfilms.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/PhilipQuinaz
These two are no dummies, special guests Steve Tom and Rachel Melvin from Dumb and Dumber To join Natalie and Wayne for an in-depth look into the making of the highly anticipated sequel. KayBe's music electrifies the airwaves for a second week in a row here on Hollywood Close-Up! Featuring Music – KayBe IMDB: Steve Tom IMDb IMDB: Rachel Melvin IMDb Twitter: @TheSteveTom @therachelmelvin
Natalie and Wayne roll out the red carpet on this episode of Hollywood Close-Up. Should you wear that little black dress? Are you carpet ready? Learn the answers to that and more from Hollywood Red Carpet School's Kathy Hutchins & Dave Edwards. Featuring Music – KayBe Website: http://hollywoodredcarpetschool.com
Uh-oh, some network shows are getting the ax…who will survive? It's the Happy Halloween episode as Natalie and Wayne welcome SFX makeup artist Jo Holland (300: Rise of the Empire, American Horror Story, "Face Off"). Website: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4290545/
Be prepared for the big Storm Boyer as we get a cool phone-in interview with our featured musical guest. Then it's off to "The Audition Room" as Natalie and Wayne welcome special in-studio guests Julian Camillieri (writer/producer) and Vahe Gabuchian (director/producer) as they chat about their web series and upcoming feature film "The Party is Over". Featuring Music – Storm Boyer – Mixed Tape Website: http://watchtheauditionroom.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/RoyalBrownFilms YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/RoyalBrownFilms
It's the Happy Birthday Natalie Lipka episode. Wayne and Natalie recount their trip to the Queen Mary. Broadway actor, Jared Gertner talks about The Book of Mormon, the web series Submissions Only and his recent move to LA! Featuring Music – Storm Boyer - Mixed Tape Website: http://www.jaredgertner.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/jaredgertner Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaredGertner
What is a "win"? How important is keeping that acting gig? These questions and more on this week's episode. Also, Natalie and Wayne are joined by guest Richard Tanner as he talks about living large in his one man show small PARTS returning to Hollywood on October 15th. Featuring Music – Yaya Website: http://smallpartstheshow.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/smallpartsshow
Wayne and Natalie recap "The Simpsons"/ "Family Guy" crossover…"What the D'oh"! The SNL premiere, a hit or miss? Heather Lee Moss and Anna Borchert creators and stars of Daughters of POP into the studio to chat about their faux Instagram reality show. Featuring Music – Yaya (http://strongbraveyaya.com) Website: http://www.daughtersofpop.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/daughtersofpop Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DaughtersofPOP Instagram: http://instagram.com/therealdaughtersofpop
It's the Hollywood Close-Up Music Edition with special guest Yair “Yaya” Agu-San Bailey. Yaya talks with Natalie and Wayne about his new trilogy, his musical influences and what it was like growing up as the grandson of Earth, Wind & Fire's Philip Bailey. Website: www.StrongBraveYaya.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/strongbraveyaya Facebook: www.facebook.com/theycallmeyaya247 YouTube: www.youtube.com/theycallmeyaya
Natalie and Wayne are excited about The Middle, The Goldbergs, The Walking Dead and all of THE other shows returning this fall. Trisha Simmons joins them for an interview chatting about working on the Starz new series The Chair, LAKidsAct.com and her role in Hollidaysburg. Website: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0799922/
Business strategy just got a lot easier, as Wayne and Natalie talk with Shaleah Dawnyel. A social media and marketing guru who can help you take your goals and directives to a whole new level. Website: http://shaleahdawnyel.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/shaleahdawnyel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Shaleahdawnyelcom/632079883493224?ref=hl YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/2leap
"Selfie" and "A to Z" kickoff part 1 of a 4 part series as Natalie and Wayne break down the new Fall TV schedule. Magnolia Memoir's Alexander Burke (Piano, B3, Vibes, Keys, Lead Composer/ Founding Member) talks about their new album, Pale Fire and working as a TV/Film composer (Single Dads, MTV Movie Awards). Order Pale Fire on iTunes: http://geni.us/1lGpMagnolia Memoir – Odds & Ends – Official Music Video: http://bit.ly/OddsAndEnds Website: http://magnoliamemoir.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/MagnoliaMemoir Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MagnoliaMemoir YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/MagnoliaMemoir
It's the Happy One Year/Season Two episode. Champagne, Dunkin' Donuts, Natalie Lipka, Wayne Frazier and a whole lot of special moments from past episodes. Featuring Music – Magnolia Memoir
Natalie and Wayne talk about the "The Gut" feeling when making choices for potential career changing roles. Comedian Max Amini gives the interview of a lifetime, as he talks about working with SNL alum Rob Schneider, doing charity work for ALS research and the glamour of being a traveling comedian! Featuring Music: Slant – http://slantmusic.net Website: http://maxamini.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/MaxComedian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MaxAmini
Episode 50!! Holy Reverend Daniels! Natalie and Wayne interview Gregg Daniel from HBO's "True Blood"! Do we have spoilers…sink your teeth in deep and listen! Be sure to rate and comment in iTunes and you can also find us on Stitcher. IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0199637/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/RealGreggDaniel Featuring Music: All Aces – http://allacesmusic.bandcamp.com/
Natalie misses Wayne this week and talks with RenaMarie about self-taped auditions. Olde Money Boyz, Stephen Cedars, Benji Kleiman and Scott Yacyshyn join Natalie in the studio to chat about their live improv shows, comedic shorts and how important communication is when working together. Be sure to rate and comment in iTunes and you can also find us on Stitcher. Featuring Music: All Aces – http://allacesmusic.bandcamp.com/ Website: http://oldemoneyboyz.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oldemoneyboyz
Natalie and Wayne talk Emmy nominations, Matthew McConaughey, dramedy and "Weird Al" Yankovic! Be sure to rate and comment in iTunes and you can also find us on Stitcher. Featuring Music: All Aces
Happy the episode after the 4th of July! Natalie and Wayne both audition for national commercials, Wayne works on a TV series and Natalie gets headshots. Improv actor, the funny Joe Nunez (Bridesmaids, Superbad) shares some of his experiences working with Judd Apatow, Henry Winkler and Second City in Chicago. Featuring Music: Melanie Taylor – melanietaylorofficial.com IMDb: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1099085/ Be sure to rate and comment in iTunes and you can also find us on Stitcher.
It's a double interview episode! Singer/songwriter Melanie Taylor calls in, Natalie talks the Daytime Emmy Awards and Wayne tries to answer the ever popular question: What if Wookies exhibited male pattern baldness? The actors advocate Dallas Travers joins them in studio with some amazing resources and explains what it means to "Work less, more often". Website: http://www.dallastravers.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/dallastravers Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DallasTraversFans Featuring Music: Melanie Taylor – melanietaylorofficial.com Be sure to rate and comment in iTunes and you can also find us on Stitcher.
Natalie and Wayne discuss challenging acting moments, a phone app for the actor and Hollywood Close-Up remembers Casey Kasem. Actor Brad James from Tyler Perry's "For Better or Worse" phones in via Atlanta, GA to talk about about his new film, Comeback Dad. Be sure to rate and comment in iTunes and you can also find us on Stitcher.
Natalie and Wayne recap the Tony Awards and discuss some challenges actors take in Television roles. Winner of the 2014 L.A. Comedy Shorts Film Festival Best Comedy Shortie-Short Award Dustin Hahn joins them in studio to discuss his film The Birth of the Moon, animation and voice work. Be sure to rate and comment in iTunes and you can also find us on Stitcher.
Wayne finds his radio voice, RenaMarie gets a haircut and Natalie used to be bald? All this and more at the top of Episode 43. Inspirational "MADtv" alum Debra Wilson joins us for an in-depth conversation and she even channels Oprah on this week's Hollywood Close-Up! Be sure to rate and comment in iTunes and you can also find us on Stitcher.
Wayne and Natalie beam into Episode 42 to chat about their recent trip to Sci-Fest and commitment to your performance. Special guest, singer and actress Joan Ryan joins them to talk about her upcoming live show, "Joan Ryan on the Edge" June 1st here in Los Angeles in which she will be donating a portion of the show's proceeds to The Trevor Project. For more details check out http://joanryan.com/joanryanappearances Featuring Music from Emmy Rival - http://www.emmyrival.com
Natalie and Wayne recap their amazing weekend at the 2014 LA Comedy Shorts Film Festival with exclusive interviews from Weird Al Yankovic (Commie Award 2014), Laraine Newman (SNL), Wendie Malick (Hot in Cleveland), Michaela Watkins (Trophy Wife), Jon Huertas (Castle), Melissa Peterman (Baby Daddy), Yvette Nicole Brown (Community) and more! Yes, all that in 30 minutes! Be sure to rate and comment in iTunes and you can also find us on Stitcher.
Wayne meets a Yeti, Natalie goes to Fargo, North Dakota? LA Comedy Comedy Shorts Film Festival creators: actress/writer Jeannie Roshar (Bun in the Oven 2: The Rebirth) and actor/writer Gary Anthony Williams (Whose Line is it Anyway, The Boondocks) join us to share all the pertinent information for this weekend's activities! Oh, and...Listen for the code to win free tickets! Check out more festival info at Lacomedyshorts.com and follow on Twitter - @lacomedyshorts @JeannieRoshar @GaryAWilliams
What is a table read? What is the difference between IMDbPro and IMDb? Natalie and Wayne try to answer these and many more questions as they chat in-studio with actor, writer and producer Ryan T. Husk.
Huge show this week with Natalie and Wayne! A big shout out to both of them and all of the finalists for The Reel Deal (http://thereeldeal.tv/finalists-announced/). Natalie recaps some of the Tony nominations and Wayne turns into a giddy little school girl as he reports on the just announced Star Wars Episode VII cast! Groundlings Sunday company alum, Katierose Donohue joins them in talking about creating your own projects including her short film rom-com Dealbreaker, which she co-wrote and starred in with Mike Truesdale. Be sure to rate and comment in iTunes and you can also find us on Stitcher.
Wayne and Natalie talk about movie budgets, Earth Day and the 117th running of The Boston Marathon. Our special guest, the talented Angeline Rose Troy breaks down producing, her latest acting projects and her upcoming performance at LA's Sci-Fest.
This week Natalie and Wayne chat about softball, the MTV Movie Awards and Captain America. Director, Joe Eckardt stops by to talk about his new film, I Ride Alone and it's Kickstarter campaign and shares an exclusive Martin Scorsese story. Be sure to rate and comment on iTunes.
It's the "Surfs Up" episode where Natalie and Wayne talk "The Reel Deal" competition show (thereeldeal.tv), Star Wars Episode VII, social media and much, much more. Actor Darrel Cherney and creator/producer/actor Zachary Block ride in on the waves of their new web series "The Breaks" to discuss sponsors, shooting and creating a show about surfing. thebreaksshow.com
Jimmy Shubert - Natalie and Wayne recap some television finales including "How I Met Your Mother" and "Walking Dead" and chat a little about April Fool's Day. The Network Studios own, comedian Jimmy Shubert talks about touring, balancing life and career with much, much more... Be sure to rate and comment on iTunes.
Today, Natalie and Wayne cover the danger of "selfies", an interesting new yoga technique and deuteragonists. Actress and writer Lanett Tachel graces the studio in an exciting and very funny Hollywood Close-Up.
Happy St. Patrick's Day, the "by gosh and by golly" episode. Earthquake, a social media hoax and the top 5 St Paddy's Day movies on tonight's episode. Tamara Jacobs, one of America's top image advisers and branding experts, she is the author of "Be the Brand" is in the house!!! So much advice, so little time...
Wayne has a face for radio as he books a part in a SAG-AFTRA 1950's Radio Show! Natalie and Wayne are joined via phone with the Academy Award and Golden Globe nominee, screenwriter of the motion picture Nebraska, Bob Nelson. Wow!!! Be sure to rate and comment on iTunes.
"And the Oscar goes to...Hollywood Close-Up!" Natalie and Wayne wrap up the 2014 Oscars. Acting coach and author Scott Sedita joins them in the studio as they talk about sitcoms, the 2nd edition of his book, The Eight Characters of Comedy and his Actor Audition App for the iPhone. Be sure to rate and comment on iTunes.
Natalie and Wayne make their Oscar predictions and Hollywood Close-Up remembers Harold Ramis. 1987's Best Actress Oscar Nominee and Golden Globe winner for Anna, Sally Kirkland shares stories from Ron Howard, Barbra Streisand and about being the first nude actress on stage.
Everything and nothing you ever wanted to know about Natalie and Wayne. There will be a quiz at the end. Tune in to hear their thoughts on "The Tonight Show", the Olympics and social media.
Dumb Starbucks...F#%k that! They got Black Coffee star Darrin Henson in the house! Darrin talks about his inspirational book Ain't That the Truth, The Pan African Film Festival and making HISTORY with Michael Jackson. Oh yeah, Valentines, Olympics, Jay Leno and Natalie and Wayne will never forget the wonderful Shirley Temple. Be sure to rate and comment on iTunes.
Wayne and Natalie review their trip on the Red Carpet for the African American Film Critics Association Awards. They have an amazing interview with up and coming star Michael Grant ("The Secret Life of an American Teenager", "Criminal Minds" & "Childrens Hospital"). Be sure to rate and comment on iTunes.
Oh, Lorde! Natalie and Wayne talk about the Grammys. They chat with Digital Dogs founder and casting director, Robert B. Martin Jr about auditioning, improv and proper preparation. Be sure to rate and comment on iTunes.
Natalie takes a trip in the park. Wayne and Nat recap the SAG Awards and chat with Aida Abramyan, entertainment publicist, about her experience on the Red Carpet at the SAG Awards with "Downton Abbey".
And the winner is...Natalie and Wayne as they recap the Golden Globes. Special guest, actor Steve Tom talks about sticking with your choices in auditions, the Will Ferrell/Adam McKay Spoils of Babylon and Dumb and Dumber To.
Well, it's January 2014 and Natalie and Wayne are back! "Acting is Everything" writer, actor and coach Judy Kerr is in the studio. They talk Michael Richards, taking responsibility as an actor and....well you gotta tune into Hollywood Close-up if you want to hear more.
No guest, no holds bar...Natalie and Wayne are going rogue. End of the 2013 entertainment and news world is what they talk. They have a blast, the best, the worst of 2013 and the unexpected for 2014. Happy New Year's episode happens now.......
It's the Happy Holiday's episode starring Natalie "I'm the one who pushed Grandma in front of the Reindeer" Lipka and Wayne "That wasn't Santa kissing your Mommy, it was me" Frazier with special guest comedian Andrew "Straight from the Land of Misfit Toys" DeWitt. Join them for a fun filled episode as they talk with Andrew about his favorite holiday and his big news!
Hollywood Close-up remembers Peter O' Toole. Natalie and Wayne talk about the Screen Actors Guild and Golden Globes nominations. Comedian Shawn Halpin (The Network Studios "The Full Count"podcast) discusses Facebook and the magic of his latest stint of mystery dinner theater acting.
Wayne gets new headshots and Natalie shares her latest audition experience. Actress and model ("It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia", "CSI: NY", The Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call - New Orleans) Katie Chonacas drops by the studio and talks about her team, being the captain of your own ship and working with DeNiro.
Natalie and Wayne talk about actors that have died too soon, most recently Paul Walker. They chat with special guest, Danny Vinson about his role on the "Walking Dead", working with Will Ferrell and his secrets to working consistently as an actor.
It's the "Happy Turkey Day" episode, except we are having duck. That's right child star Shaun Weiss (Goldberg) from Disney's The Mighty Ducks trilogy joins us in studio, as we talk to him about making his web series "What About Weiss". Also, we talk up Captain Phillips, "Family Guy" and the Seth Rogen, James Franco video.
Natalie and Wayne talk about utilizing your past experience to push yourself to the next level. This show is packed full of information and inspiration as they chat with special guest from the courtroom series "Paternity Court", presiding judge and certified Renaissance woman Lauren Lake. Visit the Paternity Court website by clicking here.
Natalie and Wayne talk about the challenges in making your own independent film. They get their first telephone call in, who could it be? Producer Josh Brown and actor/writer Khris Feazell discuss their indie short All In.Be sure to rate and comment about our show on iTunes. Thanks for listening.
Wayne revels in the Red Sox World Series championship. Natalie plays "Fashion Police" for celebrity Halloween costumes. The Edit Doctor, Mike J. Nichols discusses the Gravity movie trailer, today's editing world and The Phantom Edit. Be sure to rate and comment about our show on iTunes. Thanks for listening.
It's the Happy Halloween episode! Natalie and Wayne get you in the spirit with "Walking Dead", "American Horror Story", their scary movie list and other ghoulish tidbits! Special paranormal investigator and expert Lynly Ehrlich livens up the show with some ghastly stories of the undead!
Car washes, commitment and Casentini on this week's Hollywood Close-Up! Stand-up comedian and founder of The Network Studios, Michael John Casentini IV graces our presence and talks "putting your time in", how stand-up comedy has evolved and producing your own content.
Natalie and Wayne emphasize how important it is to research, research, research when looking for talent agency representation. Special guest, VOX, Inc. President Tom Lawless talks Siri, voiceover work and the evolution of motion capture.
Natalie and Wayne discuss weight fluctuation for certain roles, navigating LA traffic and good ole Miley Cyrus. They had the honor of chatting with the founding father and pioneer of Breakdown Services and Actors Access, Gary Marsh. Gary talks about knowing what story you tell, the most efficient way to submit and Slate Shot.
Natalie and Wayne discuss their productive week in Hollywood. Theater and TV/Film actor Rico Simonini graces their presence at the Network Studios to talk about his role, playing Frank Sinatra in the Best of Fringe Extensions "Frank & Ava". Rico delves into Sinatra, an interesting muppet impersonation and theater vs. TV/film acting.
This week, the Bald and the Beautiful recap the Emmys. They chat with Risa Bramon Garcia (Director 200 Cigarettes, Casting Director "Masters of Sex" and instructor at the Bramon Garcia Braun Studios) who enlightens them on her love and passion for directing, teaching and casting. She shares how she keeps things fresh in the entertainment world by mixing things up and talks about doing the things that make you happy. Oh, and not to mention her experience on "The $20,000 Pyramid"!
Natalie and Wayne chat about the upcoming Emmy Awards and briefly discuss the word amazing. Also, newly engaged couple, comedians Rebekah Kochan and Dante talk marriage, their new movie Bro What Happened? and working side by side with your biggest fan.
Friday the 13th takes over the minds of Natalie and Wayne a day early as they review the 2013 fall TV line-up! Matt Cook ("True Blood", "Harry's Law", "2 Broke Girls" and episode 4 of the new Anna Faris sitcom, "Mom") talks about being a main company member of The Groundlings, his feature film debut shooting in Wisconsin and not being on the show "Revolution".
Natalie and Wayne talk about the controversial casting for next summer's 50 Shades of Grey movie. They discuss the summer of 2013 hits and misses at the box office with special guest, Paul Preston, host of The Movie Guys podcast. For more information, please visit www.themovieguys.net. Remember to rate and comment on iTunes.
Wayne and Natalie discuss the VMAs, Miley Cyrus and promoting yourself in the entertainment business. Publicist, Deborah Mellman of the Mindful Media Group (www.mindfulmediagroup.com) talks shop about when the right time is to form your "Team" to successfully push your career forward. Her client and successful actor, Steve Tyler (Me, Myself & Irene, The Three Stooges, Desperate Housewives) touches on re-inventing your image by having that extra set of eyes to push your career in a positive forward direction.
Wayne and Natalie discuss their experiences as SAG-AFTRA members. They chat with special guest, Bill Ratner about his 35 year voiceover career, get his advice on training and working as a voiceover actor and even hear from G.I.Joe's Flint. For more information on Bill Ratner, check out www.billratner.com.
Wayne and Natalie discuss the "waiting game" in life and the entertainment business. They chat with special guest, casting director and author of Self-Management for Actors, Bonnie Gillespie about booking the room, accepting what type of actor you are and her Six Weeks to LA program. Visit Bonnie online, go to bonniegillespie.com. SIX WEEKS TO LA program, which is running 8/18 to 9/30, for more information, go to getalisted.com