
In the Waiting Room w/ Rashad Edwards is where actors, artists, and dreamers pull up a chair to talk craft, hustle, and the life that happens between auditions. Hosted by actor and businessman Rashad Edwards (The Good Fight, Rustin), this show gives you raw, unfiltered conversations with guests from NYU, Juilliard, Yale, and beyond—sharing the wins, the struggles, and the lessons learned along the... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 7 | Founded | 3 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | CareersBusinessArtsPerforming Arts | |||

🎙️ Episode 7 — “That Joy!”
In this episode, Rashad reconnects with actor and artist Paul Deo, Jr., his NYU Grad Acting classmate whose creative journey has been anything but linear.
From performing in Shakespeare in the Park to building storyboard... more
In this episode of In the Waiting Room w/ Rashad Edwards, Broadway actor Andrew Hovelson (Stranger Things: The First Shadow) sits down to talk about the realities of building a life in the arts — on stage and off.
Andrew shares candid stories about ... more
In this episode of In the Waiting Room w/ Rashad Edwards, actor Michael Gaston (Jack Ryan, The Leftovers, Prison Break, The Man in the High Castle) joins Rashad for a conversation that goes beyond career credits and into the heart of why we tell stor... more
In this solo episode of In the Waiting Room w/ Rashad Edwards, Rashad dives into an old interview with Viola Davis where she spoke out about the pay gap between herself and actresses like Meryl Streep.
Why does a performer as gifted and accomplished... more
Episode 3 — Marchant Davis: Choosing Roles & Facing the Industry’s Strange Truths
In this episode of In the Waiting Room w/ Rashad Edwards, actor Marchant Davis (The Day Shall Come, A Journal for Jordan) joins me for a raw and unfiltered conversatio... more
In this episode of In the Waiting Room w/ Rashad Edwards, Rashad sits down with the multi-talented Zoey Martinson — actor, director, writer, and co-founder of Smoke & Mirrors Collaborative.
Zoey shares wisdom every actor needs to hear: the importanc... more
In this episode of In the Waiting Room w/ Rashad Edwards, Rashad sits down with the incredible Victor Williams (The King of Queens, Happy Together, The Affair) for a candid conversation about his journey as an actor. From growing up in Brooklyn to la... more
This episode of In the Waiting Room w/ Rashad Edwards with Victor Williams is such a good listen. Victor opens up about his journey from Brooklyn to TV stardom that feels super relatable. He drops gems about staying grounded, the value of humility, and what it really takes to last in the business. Rashad keeps the conversation flowing in a natural way, making it feel like you’re just hanging out with them. Inspiring, funny, and full of heart—definitely worth a listen for actors and fans alike. C... more
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Conversations offer a raw and unfiltered glimpse into the lives of actors, artists, and other creatives as they share their craft, hustle, and the real-life experiences that occur between auditions. Notably characterized by its candid discussions, the content often tackles both the joys and challenges of pursuing a career in the arts, providing listeners with relatable anecdotes and practical insights. Interviews feature guests from prestigious institutions, such as NYU and Juilliard, adding credibility to the conversations. Unique elements include the inclusion of mentorship experiences and a focus on resilience, with episodes frequently blending humor and hard truths while aiming to inspire listeners on their journeys in the performing ar... more
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Recent guests on In the Waiting Room include:
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5. Zoey Martinson
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