Mentioned in this episode: 💊 Get Dopa - the supplement that's genuinely helped me boost focus, mood and motivation. GET YOUR 10% DISCOUNT HERE 💬 The Unstoppable Actors Facebook Group to chat all things acting and ADHD Ever feel like your ADHD brain is both your biggest obstacle AND your secret creative weapon? You're not alone!!! In this epsiode I share the real-life struggles (and surprising strengths) of navigating the world with ADHD. From learning lines and staying punctual to...

Take the "What Type of Actor Are You?" quiz! Discover whether you're using your head or your heart too much in scenes and how to find the balance with in-depth feedback at the end of the quiz TAKE THE FREE QUIZ HERE When life knocks the wind out of you, it can feel impossible to keep your creative fire alive. In this raw, honest episode I open up about losing my beloved Ruby and how it completely knocked me off balance - as a person and an actor. But this episode isn't about stayi...

Turbocharge your talent and land more roles. Apply now for the Affecitve Memory 10-week Method Acting classes and start performing with unmatched depth and authenticity. APPLY HERE Every actor starts somewhere, but what separates good from unforgettable? In this episode, we explore the actor’s journey and the power of deliberate practice. We dive into the “10,000-hour rule” for actors: how consistent, intentional practice shapes not just your skill, but your confidence and presence. You’l...

🎭 Here’s your invite to From Surface to Soul: A Free Method Acting Class in Emotional Mastery happening Sunday 28th September – discover how to unlock emotional depth and make your next performance your best yet: GRAB YOUR PLACE HERE Rachel McAdams’ audition for The Notebook is legendary... not because she had weeks to prepare, but because she had almost no time at all. She simply read the script, felt an instant connection to the character, learned the lines, and trusted herself to ...

Here’s your invite to the free emotions class on Sun 28th Sept → [claim your place] There was one stage direction that used to absolutely terrify me as an actor: “the character reacts in surprise.” If you’ve ever dreaded seeing that in a script, you’ll know the feeling — instead of actually being surprised, you start anticipating the moment. Your mind races: “How do I make this look real? What if it looks fake? What if I overdo it?” Suddenly, you’re stuck in your head, watching yourself per...

Stage directions like “a single tear rolls down her face” can feel intimidating — almost impossible to live up to without losing connection. In this episode, I share how to simplify your emotional work so you stop obsessing over the stage directions and start focusing on what really matters: truthful connection. You’ll discover: ✨ The 6 key emotions every actor should master in the early stages of emotional work ✨ A simple, effective method for using these emotions wit...

Make your next performance your most gripping, with The Autumn 10-Week Method Acting Module - check it out HERE It's been criticised for decades, called "dangerous", "self-indulgent" and "harmful" to actors. This misunderstood Method Acting Techaniqe is slammed all across the world. But what makes it misunderstood, why exactly is it slammed and should you be using it as a new or early career actor? Will it help or hinder tyour acting career and performances. Let's di...

Get confirmation you're a heart actor (or not) FIND OUT HERE Are your emotions in scenes feeling fake, pushed or just... off? In this episode I break down the 3 biggest signs actors are forcing emotions instead of living the emotional truth of the character in the moment. ▶️ You'll discover: Why obsessing over how you should feel before the scene starts kills authenticityThe common trap that makes emotions come out too big (and how to ground them)what to focus on instead, so your em...

Get confirmation on whether you're too heady or too emotional in scenes and feedback on how to move through this. Take the "What Type of Actor Are You?" quiz here What does it mean if a director gives you feedback on your performance that it was too heady? This is something that all new and up and coming actors will hear at some point, but it's not always broken down in a way that's eady to understand, and unfortunately the director usually won't give you any acting exercises to overcome ...

Take the quiz and find out what type of actor you are HERE Think you know what kind of actor you are? Chances are, you might be confusing acting type with casting type... and they're not the same thing. In this episode of StandBy Method Acting Studio's Podcast - Unstoppable Actors - I'm breaking down the two core types of actor: Head Actors and Heart Actors. You'll learn: The key differences between your acting type and casting type (and why it matters)How I discovered I was a Hea...

Find out your acting type HERE It's hard truth time (or reassuring time depending which way you look at it): you will never, ever feel ready to get an acting agent. And that's not a problem, it's a powerful opportunity. In this episode, I'll share why "waiting till you're ready" is one of the biggest fear stories keeping actors stuck, and how to flip that mindset into momentum. You'll hear about: 🎬 The student who practiced 5 hours per day before an auditon - and what we l...

Find out which type of actor you are here It's hard truth time. I recently applied for a role I was perfect for. The right look, the right age, the right energy, and I had LIVED the experience of the character... Honestly, it was like they'd written it for me. And yet... I didn't even get an audition. In the past, that would've sent me spiralling straight into rejection mode... "What's wrong with me? Am I not good enough? Am I not one of the lucky ones?". But this time, ...

Find out which type of actor you are here Is there a perfect age to start an acting career? Should you have started acting as a child to be in with the best chance of succeeding, what if you're in your 20s, 30s or 40s, have you missed the boat? This is one of the biggest fears of new and early career actors. We'll unpack this in detail. Let me know what landed for you at the end of the episode. Lights, Camera, Action Your no-fluff Method Acting Coach Louise Support...

Ever feel like you're almost there in the scene, like the performance is solid, but something's stopping you from REALLY living the character? You're not alone! You're not broken. You're not, not talented. In this episode I break down the three types of actors (you'll probably see yourself in one of them!) and the surprisingly common block they all hit when it comes to expression and emotional truth! You'll also hear 🎭A brilliant Stanislavski quote that will change how you a...

In this inspiring episode, we're deep diving into The Actor's Journal - the FREE tool our students say they can't live without. Whether you're a new actor or someone craving deeper, more truthful performances, this journal is the bridge between script analysis and full emotional embodiment. You'll hear how this one resiurce helps you: Move beyondvsurface-level choices and into the heart of your characterDiscover quirks, backstory details and emotional truths you can FEEL on ...

🎬 Become the kind of actogives you that r casting directors can't ignore! 👉 Apply for the Summer 10-Week Method Acting Programme now! Applications close Weds 9th July - get your application in here Before Leonardo DiCaprio was a global icon he was an unknown teenager, building his career up one role at a time... and auditioning for This Boys Life opposite Robert DeNiro. He knew he had to do something different to stand out. So he took a risk. One that caught DeNiro's attention...

Drama school told me my acting was "fcking sht". No support. No guidance. Just shame. If you've ever questioned your talent or wondered if you need traditional drama school training to make it... this episode is for you. I'm pulling back the curtain on what actually builds a professional actor, why drama school isn't the only path and how I found the real tools that transformed my performances and confidence. Whether you're starting out or feeling stuck... This is the epis...

Still holding the script and feeling totally disconnected in the scene? In this powerful episode of Unstoppable Actors, we're diving into what REALLY happens when actors haven't learnt their lines yet... And why it often leads to performances that feel flat, fake, or just... forgettable. I break down the 3 most common habits actors fall into when they're on book (spoiler: they make it almost impossible to conect to your scene partner or feel anything real). But more importan...

Are you getting tired and frustrated with getting to the end of scenes knowing something was missing? You did your best but it feels like you're just reciting lines instead of them feeling like they're yours. In this episode of Unstoppable Actors, I'm sharing a powerful Stanislavski acting exercise that will help you transform your performances from surface-level to emotionally raw and real. This is the exact tool I use in class to help actors go from faking it to fully ambodying the ...

Are you powering through monologues just to get them done? Feeling like you're surviving the scene instead of living through it? In this episode, I dive deep into one fo the biggest traps early career actors fall into... performance survival mode. I'll show you how this common habit is silently sabotaging your ability to create truthful, emotionally connected work that grabs casting directors by the heart. But more importantly... I'll give the game-changing Method Acting exercise that...