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How to Stand Out to Casting Directors: Self-Tape Secrets & Tips from Helene Rousse - Ep 107
Oct. 1, 2025

How to Stand Out to Casting Directors: Self-Tape Secrets & Tips from …

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...

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Why I Changed My Acting Agent & How to Audit Your Creative Career - Ep 105
Jan. 21, 2025

Why I Changed My Acting Agent & How to Audit Your Creative Career - E…

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...

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Acting vs. Survival Jobs: Why Your Passion Shouldn’t Have to Pay the Bills Ep 91
April 28, 2022

Acting vs. Survival Jobs: Why Your Passion Shouldn’t Have to Pay the …

Show Notes: Episode 91 – Acting vs. Survival Jobs In this episode, Max and Sam reunite to discuss the high-wire act of balancing a creative career with real-world responsibilities. From the philosophy of survival jobs to the ...

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How To Get An Agent with Mark Morrissey (Chris Hemsworth's Manager) | Ep 88
March 31, 2022

How To Get An Agent with Mark Morrissey (Chris Hemsworth's Manager) |…

Welcome to Episode 88 of the Two Unemployed Actors podcast. In this insightful session, host Max Belmonte sits down with one of the most influential figures in the Australian entertainment landscape: Mark Morrissey. As the founder and managing director of Morrissey Management, Mark brings over fo…

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Acting Horror Stories: Student Film Nightmares & Set Fails | Two Unemployed Actors Ep. 86
March 17, 2022

Acting Horror Stories: Student Film Nightmares & Set Fails | Two Unem…

Episode 86: A Lot Can Go Wrong on Set Release Date: Mar 17, 2022 Hosts: Max Belmonte & Sam Folden Episode Overview We’ve all had those days on set where things don't go according to plan, but some stories are in a league of t...

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Solo Lockdown: Bizarre Brand Requests and Growth Experiments - Ep 79
July 9, 2021

Solo Lockdown: Bizarre Brand Requests and Growth Experiments - Ep 79

Inside This Episode: The Mystery: Max shares a strange story about a national brand requesting the removal of DIY content he starred in for them. We discuss the nuances of usage rights, "private" videos, and why brands someti...

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The Power of Silence in Interviews & Nailing Your American Accent  | Ep 72
April 29, 2021

The Power of Silence in Interviews & Nailing Your American Accent | …

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...

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Andy Kaufman, Dog Auditions, & LinkedIn Success  | Ep 67
Feb. 25, 2021

Andy Kaufman, Dog Auditions, & LinkedIn Success | Ep 67

Episode 67: Jim Carrey’s Method Madness, Feature Film Life, and Unexpected Auditions In this episode, Max and Sam catch up on a whirlwind week of production, rehearsals, and industry deep dives. From the stage in Sydney to fi...

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Heartbreak High Reboots, Set Mishaps, & Staying Motivated  | Ep 65
Feb. 11, 2021

Heartbreak High Reboots, Set Mishaps, & Staying Motivated | Ep 65

Episode 65: From Cannes to Chris Pratt: Navigating the On-Set Grind Juggling survival jobs, celebrating major creative wins, and staying grounded when the industry gets chaotic. this week Max and Sam dive deep into the messy,...

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The Art of Saying No & the Power of a Great Showreel | Ep 60
Dec. 17, 2020

The Art of Saying No & the Power of a Great Showreel | Ep 60

Two Unemployed Actors | Episode 60: On-Set Intensity, Audition Secrets, and Showreel Essentials What does it really take to film an intense, emotional drama under strict on-set restrictions? In this episode, Max and Sam catch...

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How to Book Acting Work & Auditioning for Horror Films| Ep 58
Dec. 3, 2020

How to Book Acting Work & Auditioning for Horror Films| Ep 58

Two Unemployed Actors | Episode 58 After a short hiatus, Max and Sam are back to chat about a massively busy few weeks. From corporate DIY shoots and intense short films to feature film callbacks and big premieres, the boys d...

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The Actor's Essential Checklist: Mastering the 'Boring Bits' Between Gigs - Ep 43
July 9, 2020

The Actor's Essential Checklist: Mastering the 'Boring Bits' Between …

Episode 43: Mastering the "Boring Bits" & The Actor’s Toolkit In this episode, Max and Sam take a deep dive into the "boring bits"—the essential administrative and maintenance tasks that keep an actor's career moving forward ...

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