How We Role: A Podcast for Actors by Casting Networks

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Casting Director Erica A. Hart joins How We Role to discuss self-tape auditions and the self-worth behind a successful one. From making strong choices to using props effectively, the kind-hearted and award-winning casting professional gives host Robert Peterpaul her ultimate guide to producing tapes that build relationships and get results.

ERICA A. HART, CSA, was born and raised in Washington, DC, and studied film and television at NYU's Tisch School of the Arts. She started at ABC Primetime Casting and then moved to independent casting.  TV/Streaming: BLACK MIRROR (SEASON 6 US CASTING), A BLACK LADY SKETCH SHOW (SEASON 4), THAT DAMN MICHAEL CHE, JODIE, BUST DOWN, THE GIRLS ON THE BUS, THE EQUALIZER (SEASON 4 & SEASON 5) and SURVIVAL OF THE THICKEST (SEASON 2). Broadway: CHICKEN & BISCUITS, PASS OVER, DEATH OF A SALESMAN, JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING. FILM (Selected): WE STRANGERS (SXSW), VEO VEO A FAMILY (TRIBECA), THE SURROGATE (SXSW), LAPSIS (SXSW), CUPIDS (TRIBECA), and NATIVES (SXSW). OFF-BROADWAY: HOW TO DEFEND YOURSELF (NYTW), SATURDAY CHURCH (NYTW), SCARLETT DREAMS (MIDNIGHT THEATRICALS). Regional: EL COQUI (LONG WHARF THEATRE). MUSIC VIDEOS: FIGHT FOR YOU (H.E.R. - OSCAR WINNING SONG) and GET SOME (GHOSTED - PREMIERED AT SXSW). Erica is an Artios award winner, is on the Board of the Casting Society, a member of the TV Academy, and an educator at different colleges and universities. Website: www.hartcasting.com

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Acclaimed actor Teresa Palmer (The Fall Guy, A Discovery of Witches) joins How We Role to share tangible tips for actors. From starting as a background artist to landing the number one spot on the call sheet, Teresa’s journey has been nothing short of remarkable. Yet she remains incredibly generous with her knowledge. In fact, she’s eager to share all of her acting secrets with you—including how she prepares for roles and a hack for crying on cue.

Teresa Palmer is a globally recognized performer who has been nominated for multiple Best Actress awards, including Critics Choice and many others from her home country in Australia. You’ll likely recognize Teresa from her extensive onscreen work alongside some of the most acclaimed talents in the industry. She shared the screen with Cate Blanchett and Christian Bale in Knight of Cups. Appeared alongside Andrew Garfield in Mel Gibson’s Oscar-nominated film Hacksaw Ridge. With Daniel Radcliffe in December Boys and in Bedtime Stories with Adam Sandler. 

According to IMDb, some other most popular credits are I Am Number Four,Warm Bodies and one of my favorites Take Me Home Tonight. More recently, Teresa wielded a sword in the SAG Award-winning blockbuster The Fall Guy, starring Ryan Gosling, Emily Blunt, and Hannah Waddingham.

Her TV career, is just as glittering, including leading the cast of the cult hit A Discovery of Witches. Teresa’s TV work continues with The Last Anniversary, an adaptation of Liane Moriarty’s book, and the show that brought us together today: Mix Tape.

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How We Role with... crafting a standout resume and acting materials! Actor Reboot's Phil Sloves (Law & Order: SVU) shares tangible tips on tailoring your resume for success across the diverse landscapes of theater, TV, film, commercials, and voiceover work. 

Phil Sloves is a multi-hyphenate performer who you may have seen playing Ronald Givens Jr. on Law & Order: SVU or perhaps in SpongeBob SquarePants, the Broadway musical. Phil has kindly dedicated his life to helping performers with his company Actor Reboot, an all inclusive, safe space that helps you prepare for auditions, fine tune your branding, and allows you to find your true self through it all. Actor Reboot does everything from hosting classes to creating new resumes that stand out.

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Strike a pose! How We Role breaks down actor headshots with Amanda Pinto and Jake Nathanson of Sub/Urban Photography. From wardrobe choices to poses that convey character and confidence to picking your best photos, this episode brims with advice for how to make your headshot session a success across the board. So, whether you're brand new to the scene or a seasoned pro looking to update your gallery, get ready for a trove of wisdom from two photographers who've seen the industry evolve, and understand what it takes to stand out in the 'wild west' of entertainment.

Suburban Photography began in a classic high school darkroom learning the fundamentals, before the digital revolution swept in. Their love of photography blossomed at NYU, where a friend's need for a headshot sparked a creative fire. Amanda and Jake quickly became a dynamic duo embracing the ever-changing world of photography. Flashing forward, they have photographed beloved talent like Emmy and Tony winner Billy Porter, done commercial work with amazing brands and found joy in photographing actors. Beyond the lens, Amanda deals with different kinds of close-ups as a director and actor, while Jake also wields his creativity through writing, video editing and cinematography. For more information, please visit sub-urbanphotography.com.

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Step onto the 2025 Artios Awards red carpet with How We Role host Robert Peterpaul as he interviews VIP guests live from the Edison Ballroom. In this episode you will hear from: Casting Director Bernie Telsey, Casting Director Erica A. Hart, Casting Director Tara Rubin and her office, Jinkx Monsoon, Only Murders in the Building star Michael Cyril Creighton, Casting Director Kate Geller, Casting Director Liz Lewis, Casting Director Stephanie Gorin, comedian Jordan Carlos and more.

At CSA’s Artios Awards, the global casting community and members of the entertainment industry meet to celebrate the year’s best casting work in film, theater, commercials, and unscripted programming. Creative, inclusive, and impactful projects from the world’s most innovative casting professionals are celebrated when this inspiring community gathers for a night honoring history-making creativity and achievement in casting.

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Actor Carlacia Grant (Netflix's Outer Banks) joins host and actor Robert Peterpaul for the How We Role by Casting Networks premiere. The performer breaks down what it means to be an actor in this day and age, rolling through everything from the process of creating a character to the sacrifices that come with chasing a dream to self tape tips.

About Carlacia Grant
Carlacia Grant found a passion for acting at a young age and has quickly made herself one to watch with her powerful and layered performances as a Haitian Jamaican American actress on the rise.

Grant can currently be seen as breakout cast member in Netflix’s hit series “Outer Banks.” Grant stars as ‘Cleo,’ a confident and fearless Nassau girl, whose world collides with the Pogues, alongside Chase Stokes, Madelyn Cline, Madison Bailey, Jonathan Daviss, Rudy Pankow, and Charles Esten.

On the small screen, Grant appeared on Oprah Winfrey’s well-received megachurch drama series “Greenleaf” as well as the critically-acclaimed miniseries “Roots” alongside legendary actors Laurence Fishburne and Forest Whitaker. Grant also recurred on NBC’s crime drama “Game of Silence” and recently guest starred on FOX’s medical drama “The Resident.”  Grant currently resides in Los Angeles.

Learn more about Carlacia at IMDb.

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Casting Director Tara Rubin, a name synonymous with Broadway brilliance, graces How We Role, pulling the curtain to reveal the humanity and precision behind the casting process. Tara joins host Robert Peterpaul to explore her journey from a third grader with a passion for theater to forming one of the most sought after casting companies in the business.

The legendary Casting Director (whose credits, include: Phantom of the Opera, Dear Evan Hansen, Six the musical, Death Becomes Her, The Outsiders and many more) gives actors a wealth of advice, from an actor's audition prep to how to walk into an audition room to avoiding self-sabotage. 

Learn more about Tara Rubin and The TRC Company (formerly Tara Rubin Casting) here.

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Introducing... How We Role: A Podcast for Actors, brought to you by Casting Networks. Hosted by award-winning actor, writer and journalist Robert Peterpaul, join us as we speak with industry experts about the art of casting, the craft of acting, and how to build a successful career in the entertainment industry. Actors and other performers will hear inspirational stories and get practical advice on how to film a great self tape, land the audition and book the role.

Get cast today at castingnetworks.com.

This is - How We Role. Get cast today at castingnetworks.com.

Follow Host, Actor and Producer Robert Peterpaul (Amazon's Sitting in Bars with Cake, The Art of Kindness podcast) on Instagram @robpeterpaul and learn more at robertpeterpaul.com.

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