Welcome to Casting Confidential—the #1 podcast for actors, hosted by ROSE ROSEN. Each week, Rose Rosen, CSA, is joined by a featured co-host casting director and celebrity guests to reveal behind-the-scenes industry secrets from beyond the curtain of casting. Together, they explore the dynamic relationship between actors and casting directors, offering practical insights and expert tips. You just might leave with a game-changing audition strategy.
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*Monthly Performance Feedback Sessions: Bring a recent video audition or a scene you want to work on. We’ll provide a reader and offer personalized feedback, giving you actionable adjustments to sharpen your skills and help you book the gig. Our members gain best practices to elevate their future auditions. Let’s up your audition game—together.
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Follow us on Instagram @castingconfidential and please hit Follow, rate Five Stars, review us on Apple or Spotify. This really helps us bring you more valuable episodes. In each episode, our expert panel of casting directors gather around the table to spill the Hollywood tea on how we find actors for all of the content you love. Pull up your chair and join us as we share everything from how we choose talent to how we get our gigs. You might just leave with an insider tip on how to book your next audition!
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Welcome to Casting Confidential—the #1 podcast for actors, hosted by ROSE ROSEN. Each week, Rose Rosen, CSA, is joined by a featured co-host casting director and celebrity guests to reveal behind-the-scenes industry secrets from beyond the curtain of casting. Together, they explore the dynamic relationship between actors and casting directors, offering practical insights and expert tips. You just might leave with a game-changing audition strategy.
Want even more insider access?
Join our Casting Confidential Membership and be part of the action:
*Monthly Performance Feedback Sessions: Bring a recent video audition or a scene you want to work on. We’ll provide a reader and offer personalized feedback, giving you actionable adjustments to sharpen your skills and help you book the gig. Our members gain best practices to elevate their future auditions. Let’s up your audition game—together.
AND
*Live Shows with Celebrity Guests:
Tune in for exclusive live episodes (showtimes TBA) and get a front-row seat to unfiltered industry conversations.
Follow us on Instagram @castingconfidential and please hit Follow, rate Five Stars, review us on Apple or Spotify. This really helps us bring you more valuable episodes. In each episode, our expert panel of casting directors gather around the table to spill the Hollywood tea on how we find actors for all of the content you love. Pull up your chair and join us as we share everything from how we choose talent to how we get our gigs. You might just leave with an insider tip on how to book your next audition!
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In a powerful Season 3 finale, Rose Rosen along with her co host casting director Kimberly Skyrme, welcome the multi-talented Shiri Appleby (Roswell, Unreal) for an inspiring deep dive into her remarkable journey from child actor to acclaimed director. Shiri shares candid insights into her
audition experiences—including the game-changing moment that landed her Roswell—and reveals the challenges and triumphs of transitioning into directing.
She discusses the evolution of casting, navigating self-tapes, and the importance of staying creatively fulfilled both on and off set. Plus, listeners are treated to a live feedback session with guest actor Alison Bauer in a dynamic scene read with Shiri.
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In this bonus breakdown episode of Casting Confidential, Rose Rosen is joined by three powerhouse casting directors—Robin Carus (New York), Kimberly Skyrme (DC), and Cheryl Louden-Kubin (Atlanta)—to explore one of the industry's most enduring debates: typecasting. From its roots in the old studio system to its modern-day implications, the conversation unpacks when typecasting helps actors build careers and when it starts to hold them back.
Together, they share insights on how to leverage your “type” strategically, how to prepare to break out of it, and why knowing your lane doesn’t mean staying in it.
Plus, hear memorable anecdotes—including one about discovering the perfect cop on the side of the road—and practical advice on making your submissions stand out.
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In this dynamic episode of Casting Confidential, host Rose Rosen, CSA, dives deep into the booming world of vertical filmmaking with breakout star TJ Wilk and Atlanta-based casting director Cheryl Louden-Kubin. TJ shares his unique journey from modeling and music to leading over 17 vertical films, racking up more than 250 million views across platforms. He discusses his audition process, mastering the emotional intimacy of vertical acting, and the evolving landscape of mobile-first storytelling. Cheryl offers insight into casting for this format, its surprising reach, and why it's here to stay.
Plus, don’t miss our Casting Confidential Feedback Session, where one lucky
actor reads live with TJ and receives real-time notes from our expert panel.
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In this special bonus episode of Casting Confidential, Rose Rosen, CSA, dives
into the vital world of callbacks — the crucial second look that often determines who books the role. Joined by fellow casting professionals, Cheryl Louden-Kubin, Robin Carus and Kimberly Skyrme, the conversation highlights why callbacks matter just as much as the initial audition and how actors can prepare to stand out a second time.
From the importance of replicating your audition look (yes, wear that pink
sweater again!) to maintaining a positive, professional attitude, this episode is full of essential advice for navigating the callback process. You'll hear real stories — some inspiring, some cautionary — that underscore how callbacks are more than just a repeat performance; they're about building relationships and showcasing flexibility.
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In this standout episode of Casting Confidential, Emmy-nominated actor Jeff Hiller (Somebody Somewhere, HBO) joins host Rose Rosen and casting director Robin Carus for a candid, insightful, and often hilarious conversation about what it really takes to build a lasting acting career.
From humble beginnings as a social worker to two decades on the improv circuit, Jeff’s story is a testament to persistence, self-awareness, and the value of saying
“yes”—even when the path seems unclear. He discusses auditioning, navigating typecasting, and the reality behind “overnight success.” The episode also explores the evolving actor–casting director relationship and the collaborative spirit that fuels creative breakthroughs.
Plus, don’t miss our Actor Spotlight segment, featuring a compelling live scene read with UK-based actor Nanette Hearn Clark, followed by constructive
feedback from Jeff and our casting panel.
If you’re an actor—or anyone navigating the entertainment industry—this episode is not to be missed.
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Ever wondered what really happens after you hit “submit” on an audition tape? In this behind-the-scenes bonus drop, Rose Rosen is joined by three powerhouse casting directors—Robin Carus (New York), Kimberly Skyrme (DC), and Cheryl Louden-Kubin (Atlanta)—for a candid, coast-to-coast conversation on what goes down in a casting director’s inbox.
From how tapes are reviewed and shared with producers, to the factors influencing callbacks (and why you might still be in the running even without a callback), this episode demystifies the audition pipeline. The panel also shares insights on labeling your footage, meeting submission deadlines, the impact of technology, and the importance of showing up consistently—even if you didn’t land the last role.
Don’t miss this invaluable insider knowledge that could change how you
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Actor Brandon Jay McLaren joins Rose Rosen, CSA, and casting director Molly Knight for a conversation about what it truly means to be a working actor. With credits spanning Power Rangers, Graceland, Snowfall, The Rookie, and Netflix’s new limited series Wayward, Brandon has built a career defined by range, adaptability, and consistency.
He shares stories from his earliest auditions, including the VHS tape that landed him Power Rangers, to working opposite icons like Laurence Fishburne and Toni Collette. Along the way, Brandon reflects on how self-taping has reshaped the audition process, why being open to direction is key, and how small choices, like a haircut, can shift an actor’s trajectory.
The episode also features a live scene read with Instagram raffle winner Kirsten Johnson, complete with feedback from Brandon, Molly, and Rose — a moment every actor can learn from.
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In this special live edition, host Rose Rosen, CSA, is joined by casting directors Robin Carus, Cheryl Louden Kubin, and Kimberly Skyrme for an in-depth discussion on the critical role casting directors play in independent filmmaking. Recorded at the Gasparilla International Film Festival, in front of a live audience, the panel explores why casting should be budgeted from the start, how a casting director can legitimize a project to investors, and the importance of professional relationships in securing talent.
They also tackle common challenges: attaching name talent without funding, navigating SAG-AFTRA rules, and balancing creative control with collaboration.
For actors, the episode offers valuable insight on self-taping, working with stepping-stone agencies, and whether social media metrics really matter. From practical advice to personal stories, this candid conversation is packed with takeaways for actors, producers, and indie filmmakers alike.
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This week on Casting Confidential, Rose Rosen is joined by the unstoppable Danielle Pinnock—actor, writer, creator, and viral comedy powerhouse. Best known for her role as Alberta on CBS's Ghosts, Danielle takes us behind the scenes of her multifaceted career, from interning at Cindy Tolan Casting to training at Temple University and the Royal Conservatoire.
With casting director Robin Carus co-hosting, the episode dives into Danielle’s experience as a replacement actor on Ghosts, what it was like hosting the Artios Awards, and how self-tapes and social media changed her career trajectory. She opens up about her passion for body positivity, creating authentic content, and how her viral series Hashtag Booked became a tool for both comedy and advocacy.
Plus, don’t miss our live actor feedback session with Darien Batista—selected from our Instagram raffle—for a real-time performance review by Danielle and our panel.
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In this bonus episode of Casting Confidential, host Rose Rosen, CSA, reunites with powerhouse panelists Cheryl Louden-Kubin, Kimberly Skyrme, and Robin Carus for a candid conversation about the future of casting. As AI tools, self-tapes, and digital workflows redefine the casting landscape, the panel explores what technology can never replace: the human touch, the eye for talent, and the years of experience casting professionals bring to the table.
From the evolution of casting during and after the pandemic, to the misconception that casting directors are an “extra” expense, this episode is a passionate plea for the continued value of professional casting. Whether you’re an actor, director, or producer, this is your behind-the-scenes look at how casting shapes productions from the ground up.
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In this episode, host Rose Rosen, CSA, is joined by casting director Kimberly Skyrme and multi-talented actor and comedian Johnny Pemberton (Fallout, Superstore, 21 Jump Street). Johnny opens up about his unique journey from improv and stand-up to film and TV, offering a candid look at what makes auditions work—and what doesn’t.
Together, they explore the value of making bold choices, the evolving landscape of self-tapes, and why actors should lean into play and preparation. Plus, Johnny shares how watching bad movies made him a better performer, and why respecting your collaborators matters on and off set.
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In this special bonus episode of Casting Confidential, host Rose Rosen, CSA, welcomes a dynamic panel of top casting pros: Robin Carus, Cheryl Louden-Kubin and Kimberly Skyrme. Taken from an exclusive Q&A with our Casting Confidential members, (link below to join) this episode dives into how actors can best connect with casting directors—what works, what doesn’t, and what really leaves a lasting impression.
From email etiquette to tagging on social, and even how LinkedIn plays a surprising role, our panelists offer clear, actionable advice for staying professionally present without crossing the line. Whether you're new to the industry or looking to refine your networking approach, this candid discussion is a must-listen.
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In this episode of Casting Confidential, host Rose Rosen, CSA, sits down with actor, comedian, and writer Danny Jolles (Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, Babylon, Hacks, Ted, and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert). Danny shares his candid journey from NYU’s Strasberg Studio to stand-up stages and TV sets, opening up about early-career challenges, the critical role casting directors play, and how he’s navigated the shifting landscape of auditions and self-tapes.
Together with guest casting director Robin Carus, CSA, the conversation dives into actionable insights for actors: what makes a great audition, how to approach casting relationships, why self-tapes are both a gift and a challenge, and how to make your submission stand out. Plus, the episode features a live read and feedback session with UK actor John Laight, offering a rare behind-the-scenes look at the collaborative audition process.
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This week on Casting Confidential, host Rose Rosen, CSA, is joined by industry pros Robin Carus, Cheryl Louden-Kubin, and Kimberly Skyrme for a vital bonus
episode focused on actor resumes. Whether you’re new to the game or a seasoned performer, understanding what casting directors are really looking for on
your resume is key.
The panel dives into best practices—from formatting tips and font choices to the power of special skills and the importance of telling the truth. You’ll hear why
simplicity and clarity always win, what red flags to avoid, and how your resume can spark real interest when it’s done right. They also tackle specific advice for minors,
Zoom etiquette, and the shift from printed headshots to digital profiles and casting software.
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In this special bonus episode of Casting Confidential, host Rose Rosen sits down with actor and podcast host Rob Peterpaul for a candid and insightful
conversation originally featured on How We Roll, brought to you by Casting Networks. Together, they dive deep into what Rose calls the "Five Pillars of Best
Business Practices"—essential strategies every actor should embrace to build a sustainable, fulfilling career in entertainment.
From treating yourself like a business to navigating the ever-evolving audition process, Rose and Rob break it all down with practical tips, personal stories, and
plenty of laughs.
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Season 3 of Casting Confidential is in full swing, and this week, Rose Rosen is joined by co-host and D.C.-based casting director Kimberly Skyrme for a dynamic
conversation with actor Chandler Riggs. Best known for his breakout role on The Walking Dead, Chandler reflects on his early auditions, growing up in the industry,
and the challenges of transitioning from child actor to adult professional.
From his first self-tapes to navigating nerves in high-stakes rooms, Chandler shares the real behind-the-scenes of working with casting directors—and what
he’s learned about authenticity, confidence, and craft. Plus, we close with a standout live read featuring Julia Ford Collier and real-time feedback from our panel.
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In this bonus episode, host Rose Rosen, is joined by a panel of top casting professionals - Kimberly Skyrme , Robin Carus and Cheryl Louden-Kubin to dig into one of the most vital actor tools: the headshot.
They tackle everything from slate shots and filters to how to make your image pop in a sea of thumbnails. The team shares candid insights on what makes a photo truly stand out, focusing on authenticity, current looks, and the connection with the camera. They also discuss regional photo trends, background choices, and why variety is key for commercial, theatrical, and indie roles.
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Welcome back to Casting Confidential, where host Rose Rosen, is joined by Emmy-nominated casting director Seth Yanklewitz and acclaimed actress Poorna
Jagannathan for an insightful conversation on authenticity of casting.
Poorna shares her journey—from early auditions to industry recognition—while Seth breaks down his process for finding talent that not only fits the role, but
elevates it. Stay tuned as actor Adolyn H. Dar, Instagram contest winner, reads opposite Poorna in a scene, followed by feedback from our guests.
A must-listen for actors, casting professionals, and creatives seeking a deeper understanding of the industry from those helping to shape it.
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In this bonus episode of Casting Confidential, host Rose Rosen welcomes acclaimed casting professionals Kimberly Skyrme, Cheryl Louden-Kubin, Kimberly Ehrlich, and Robin Carus for a dynamic discussion on the art and impact of great auditions.
From nailing the moment before a scene to crafting immersive storytelling in self-tapes, the episode is packed with actionable advice for actors looking to elevate their craft.
The panel shares personal highlights, like working with legendary directors Sydney Pollack and Jonathan Demme, and reflects on the current state of Hollywood. Plus, they address the challenges international actors face in breaking into U.S. productions.
Sponsors:
Casting Networks
https://castingnetworks.com/confidential
Wright Positive Films
https://www.wrightpositive.com
MZ Studios Dallas
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Host, Creator and Producer:
Rose Rosen, CSA
Kimberly Skyrme, CSA @kimberlyskyrme
Cheryl Louden-Kubin, CSA @loudenkubin
Kimberly Ehrlich, CSA @kimberlyehrlich4
Robin Carus, CSA @robincarus
Editor:
MZ Studios
Music:
Orville Wright
Artwork:
Ace Anderson
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Welcome back to Season 3 of Casting Confidential, hosted by veteran casting director Rose Rosen. In our powerful premiere episode, Rose is joined by Atlanta-based casting director Cheryl Louden-Kubin and acclaimed actor Pat Healy (Killers of the Flower Moon, Better Call Saul, The Post).
They explore how meaningful, professional relationships between actors and casting directors shape careers in today’s changing industry.
Pat shares candid stories from his journey—starting in Chicago theater, working with Spielberg and Scorsese, and the realities of self-tapes vs. in-person auditions. From navigating the post-COVID casting world to unpacking moments of personal and professional impact, Pat offers insight for actors working to forge authentic connections and lasting careers.
This episode debuts our Casting Confidential Feedback Session featuring actor Julie Slack in a read with Pat, followed by feedback from Rose, Cheryl, and Pat himself. A must-listen for actors.
Sponsors:
Casting Networks
https://castingnetworks.com/confidential
Wright Positive Films
https://www.wrightpositive.com
Kimberly Skyrme Creative
Coffee With Karina
MZ Studios Dallas
Co Host
Cheryl Louden-Kubin
Guest:
Pat Healy
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Host, Creator and Producer:
Rose Rosen, CSA
Editor:
MZ Studios
Music:
Orville Wright
Artwork:
Ace Anderson
Sides:
Opinions expressed in Casting Confidential podcast are the opinions of each individual and do not represent the opinions of any other group or entity. Nothing in this show should be interpreted as an offer of employment.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
