Actor Episodes

Episode 109 – The Audition Revolution with Greg Apps Episode Summary In this episode, Max sits down with legendary Australian Casting Director Greg Apps (Casting Director of Mission Impossible 2 , Chopper , and Romper Stomper...

Episode 107: International Casting Secrets, "Verticals," and AI with Helene Rousse In this episode, Max Belmonte dives deep into the shifting world of international casting with Helene Rousse , a powerhouse Montreal-based Cas...

This episode of Two Unemployed Actors features a deep dive into the craft of acting with Ivana Chubbuck, the renowned creator of the Chubbuck Technique and coach to A-list stars like Halle Berry and Brad Pitt. The conversation centres on the release of the updated edition of her seminal book, The P…

Episode 105: The "Slasher" Life & Strategic Pivots In this episode, Max Belmonte returns from a hiatus to break down the reality of being a "slasher" in the Australian screen industry—balancing Acting, Producing, and corporat...

Episode 104: Matthew Deaner - Navigating the Future of the Australian Screen Industry In this deep-dive episode, Max Belmonte sits down with Matthew Deaner , the CEO of Screen Producers Australia (SPA) . They explore the crit...

In this episode of Two Unemployed Actors , host Max Belmonte sits down with Andy Roth —an award-winning producer, voice casting director, and one of the industry's most sought-after teachers. Andy pulls back the curtain on th...

Episode 98: Elevating Your Character with Damien Strouthos What does it truly mean to bring a character to life? In this episode, Max Belmonte sits down with actor Damien Strouthos to discuss the bridge between the script and...

Episode 97: Harriet Gordon-Anderson on Resilience, Shakespeare, and the Art of Being Yourself In this episode, Max Belmonte sits down with the incredibly versatile Harriet Gordon-Anderson . From the prestigious halls of WAAPA...

Show Notes: Episode 96 — Shane Withington In this episode, we are joined by Logie Award-winning actor Shane Withington . With over 40 years in the industry, Shane shares the wisdom gained from a career that spans iconic Austr...

🎬 Unlock the Secrets of World-Class Performance with Miranda HarcourtEver wondered how stars like Nicole Kidman deliver such breathtaking, authentic performances? In this episode of Two Unemployed Actors, we go behind the scenes with legendary acting coach Miranda Harcourt.Miranda has worke…

Ever wondered what happens after the 'Not Bummer Summer'? ☀️In this episode of Two Unemployed Actors, we sit down with Jordana Beatty (Judy Moody herself!) to discuss her incredible journey from an 8-year-old breakout star to a seasoned professional in the industry.We dive deep into how her…

In this episode, we sit down with Darren Gilshenan , an award-winning actor and NIDA alumni whose career spans iconic Australian television, film, and a decade with the Bell Shakespeare company. Darren dives deep into the tec...

Episode 82: Christiaan Van Vuuren – From Viral Hipster to ABC Creator In this episode, Max and Sam sit down with the ultimate "slashie," Christiaan Van Vuuren . From the viral explosion of the Bondi Hipsters to creating hit s...

Episode 76: The "Muppet Agency" Saga & Trusting Your Gut In this episode, Sam and Max dive deep into a series of on-set disasters that serve as a massive reminder for every actor: Always trust your gut. Max recounts a "comedy...

Episode 75: Dodging Scams and Standing Your Ground In this episode, Max and Sam discuss the "wild west" of the acting industry. From booking voiceover gigs while waiting in a vaccine queue to reporting a predator on StarNow ,...

Show Notes: Episode 74 – The Power of LinkedIn and the Return of In-Person Auditions In this episode, Max and Sam discuss the shifting dynamics of the acting industry, from the digital "Creator Mode" on LinkedIn to the high-s...

Episode 72: High-Stakes Callbacks & Industry Insights In this episode, Max and Sam break down the essential "between projects" hustle. From securing major play callbacks to prepping for the influx of international productions...

Episode 71: The Accent Grind & Cinema Catch-Up In this episode, Max and Sam dive into the practicalities of maintaining an acting career, from the technicalities of dialect coaching to the relief of finally finishing a person...

Show Notes: Episode 68 – The Hustle and the Harmony In this episode, Max and Sam discuss the relentless "between projects" lifestyle, balancing the physical demands of theatre with the technical grind of voiceovers and self-t...

Two Unemployed Actors – Episode 66: Social Media Strategy for Actors Max goes solo this week to tackle one of the most requested topics from workshops, DMs, and emails: Social Media Strategy . If you’re an up-and-coming actor...

Episode 47: The Icon Series – Kate Fitzpatrick In this landmark episode, Max & Sam are joined by a true legend of the Australian stage and screen, Kate Fitzpatrick . With a career that spans the golden era of Australian theat...