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Casting Confidential

Rose Rosen, CSA
Casting Directors
Acting
Casting
Casting Process
Auditions
Auditioning
Self-Taping
Headshots
Casting Industry
Film Industry
Imposter Syndrome
Authentic Casting
Audition Process
Hollywood
Self-Tapes
SAG Eligibility
Theater
Independent Films
Networking
Acting Techniques

Casting Confidential is a podcast hosted by casting director Rose Rosen, CSA, offering a direct, unfiltered look at how casting actually works.

Each episode features Rosen alongside a rotating co-host casting director and notable actors, pulling back the curtain on the professional relationship between actors and casting—and how decisions are really made. These are not surface-level conversations.... more

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This episode of Casting Confidential was recorded live at the Imagine Museum during the Sunscreen Film Festival in St. Petersburg, Florida — and it was a conversation worth being in the room for.

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What does it really take to attach a recognizable actor to a project? Not a wish list. Not a phone call to an agent. Not magic. In this episode of Casting Confidential, Rose Rosen sits down with roundtable casting directors Cheryl Louden-Kubin and Ro... more

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In this episode of Casting Confidential, Rose Rosen sits down with Emmy Award-winning casting director Linda Lowy and Emmy-nominated casting director Morgan Smith of Backyard Casting for one of the most candid, insider conversations the show has ever... more

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This episode was recorded LIVE in London at the WeAudition Actor's Pro Expo

In this episode of Casting Confidential, Rose Rosen sits down LIVE with two of the most respected international casting directors working today — Nancy Bishop, CSA, and Mar... more

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Nancy Bishop
Award-winning international casting director
Nancy Bishop Casting
Episode: BONUS: LIVE in London at WeAudition Actor's Pro Expo — With Nancy Bishop & Mark Summers
Mark Summers
International casting director and creative consultant
Independent Casting
Episode: BONUS: LIVE in London at WeAudition Actor's Pro Expo — With Nancy Bishop & Mark Summers
Robert Martin Jr
Entertainment strategist and creative producer working at the intersection of performance, technology, and human behavior
Independent / Advertising and entertainment projects
Episode: 65. AI, Casting, and the Future of the Actor's Career
Claire Schoonover
Actor selected from Lucy's The Actor's Home Community Raffle
The Actor's Home / Lucy Lenox
Episode: 65. AI, Casting, and the Future of the Actor's Career
Mary Jo Slater
Renowned casting director discussed as a guest in the roundtable
Independent casting professional
Episode: RERELEASE: Imposter Syndrome
Cheryl Louden-Kubin
Casting director from Atlanta, frequent contributor on the show
Atlanta casting community
Episode: BONUS: Why You're Not Booking — And What Casting Actually Sees
Sharon Bialy
Award-winning casting director across television, film and theater
Bialy Thomas & Associates
Episode: 64. What Casting Actually Responds To — with Sharon Bialy and Karolina Wydra
Karolina Wydra
Actor known for Pluribus; experienced with in-depth character work
Actor
Episode: 64. What Casting Actually Responds To — with Sharon Bialy and Karolina Wydra
Sheldon Epps
Director; former ABC executive; artistic director of Pasadena Playhouse
Independent/Theater Leadership
Episode: 63. What Directors Actually Want: Sheldon Epps on Casting, Comedy, and Running a Room

Host

Rose Rosen
Host of Casting Confidential, casting professional with deep industry experience

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 274 ratings
  • An at-home seat to essential conversations

    I’ve been listening to the show for a while, and I appreciate the transparency from a CD’s side of the audition process. As an actor in Chicago, it’s great to hear how other markets compare while distilling the universal expectations/recommendations. Thank you for creating this show and sharing your insights!

    Nick McDowell

    @nickybobbymcdowell

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nick_McDowell
    United States2 months ago
  • A must listen for actors!

    I’m a non union Canadian actor and even tho the industry is a little different for us I value the insight and knowledge from this podcast and apply it where I can in Hollywood North! Thank you for taking the time to share such helpful things every actor should know and practice! Keep up the great content!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Carla-Michelle
    Canada2 months ago
  • Very helpful

    I listened to the “casting indie films” episode to prepare for casting my first very low budget feature and I had my mind opened up to the skillful, thoughtful work going on with casting directors. It’s an art. Wow. I’m now a dedicated listener. Thanks, Rose!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chris G VA
    United States3 months ago
  • Good but 5 mins of adverts before they got to the point and started!

    Podcast Addict
    4
    Walking Dead fan
    3 months ago
  • Thank You!

    I appreciate the casting directors for demystifying and unveiling aspects of the audition process. Love all the advice and actionable feedback

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mimi Oanh Lam
    United States4 months ago

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Actors say the show demystifies casting and gives practical, actionable tips.
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

65. AI, Casting, and the Future of the Actor's Career
Q: What guardrails or settings should actors know about when using AI tools for self-tapes or research?
Do not upload IP or sensitive data; avoid using AI tools to train on your material; ensure you own or have rights to the material; protect personal information and set preferences to avoid training data leakage.
65. AI, Casting, and the Future of the Actor's Career
Q: What is AI actually doing in casting today, practically speaking?
AI is mainly used for research, data organization, and administrative tasks, not for making creative casting decisions or selecting who gets auditions; human judgment still drives invites and final casting.
64. What Casting Actually Responds To — with Sharon Bialy and Karolina Wydra
Q: How important is self-tape versus in-person auditions in your process?
Self-tapes are increasingly common and democratize opportunities, but in-person auditions remain powerful for reading chemistry and stamina; both require thorough preparation and flexibility.
64. What Casting Actually Responds To — with Sharon Bialy and Karolina Wydra
Q: What signals do you look for during a read to decide if an actor belongs in the room?
The core signals are authenticity and the ability to inhabit the soul and tone of the character, not perfection; we value presence, natural speech, and how well the actor lands the show's tone.
55. Brandon Jay McLaren: Power Rangers, Netflix’s Wayward, and the Making of a Working Actor
Q: Tell me how your relationship has changed with the audition process, like, from the start to now.
It's interesting to see the change from in-person auditions to self-taping, as I miss the energy of being in the room but appreciate the control self-taping gives.

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Casting Confidential offers a direct, unfiltered look at how casting actually works, focusing on process, context, and the real mechanics behind auditions, callbacks, self-tapes, chemistry reads, and building long-term acting careers. Episodes feature casting directors and actors sharing practical guidance, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and tips for standing out in a crowded field. Noteworthy is the hands-on, workshop-like approach—often including live feedback, in-depth discussions about room dynamics, and actionable steps actors can take long before tape submission. The show also leans into community-building and ongoing education for actors, with membership options that grant deeper access and personalized feedback.

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Recent guests on Casting Confidential include:

1. Nancy Bishop
2. Mark Summers
3. Robert Martin Jr
4. Claire Schoonover
5. Mary Jo Slater
6. Cheryl Louden-Kubin
7. Sharon Bialy
8. Karolina Wydra

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