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Think Bigger Actors Podcast with DaJuan Johnson

DaJuan Johnson
Acting
Mindset
Self-Tapes
Entertainment Industry
Los Angeles
Auditions
Acting Techniques
Raymond Lee
Self-Taping
Acting Teachers
Verticals
Acting Career
Directing
Hollywood
Community
Agent Abuse
Think Bigger Actors Retreat
Actors Career
Self-Tape Auditions
Mental Health

I'm DaJuan Johnson—an actor who's spent the last decade working in TV and film while helping actors build careers of their own. I'm obsessed with mindset because I believe success leaves clues. Every week, I sit down with actors, casting directors, agents, managers, producers, and other industry professionals to unpack the real conversations, strategies, setbacks, and lessons behind building a car... more

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Recent Guests

Tony Robinette
Working actor and coach who is on a GLP-1 journey
Episode: Episode 622: Why I decided to take a GLP-1
Stacie Greenwell
Casting professional with extensive credits including The Pitt, Cross, Grey's Anatomy, Perry Mason, Big Little Lies
Episode: Episode 621: Acting Career: How to Handle the Gaps Between Acting Jobs | Stacie Greenwell
Kristen Brancaccio
Director and developer of vertical content, including Issa Rae's Screen Time and Keke Palmer's Lady Miss Jacqueline
Various projects in vertical space
Episode: Episode 620: How to Audition for Verticals - Kristen Brancaccio
Guy Chachkes
Founder of Reelarc, microdrama producer and advocate for vertical storytelling
Reelarc
Episode: Episode 618: Acting Industry: Are Actors Already Behind On Verticals? With Guy Chachkes
Mary Lou Belli
Director, author, led programs for emerging directors
Director (TV), professional mentor
Episode: Episode 617: 10 Things Actors MUST Hear From TV Directors - Jody Margolin Hahn + Mary Lou Belli
Jody Margolin Hahn
Director with extensive TV directing experience
Director
Episode: Episode 617: 10 Things Actors MUST Hear From TV Directors - Jody Margolin Hahn + Mary Lou Belli
Ashley BeLoat
Actor focused on vertical dramas; early-career nurse-turned-actor
Episode: Episode 615: How AI Is Already Replacing Actors. Ashley BeLoat's Story
Anthony Boyer
Talent agent sharing industry insights and practical guidance
DDO
Episode: How to Build an Acting Career with Talent Agent Anthony Boyer
Eric Nenninger
Actor with credits including Malcolm in the Middle, Generation Kill, The X-Files
Actor
Episode: Episode 613: Eric Nenninger - How to Build a Sustainable Acting Career

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DaJuan Johnson
Host of Think Bigger Actors Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 147 ratings
  • Just Listen

    Love the genuine feel, relatability and delivery of the messages conveyed and topics discussed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    V’ery Extraordinary
    United Statesa year ago
  • Only 2 episodes in and I’m sold!

    Listened to two short pods from DaJuan and I feel the sincerity and authenticity within this podcast. He’s here to deliver true and useful information that some pay top $ for. Have already subscribed and am looking forward to more episodes to come.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SeanMichaelHarrison
    United States2 years ago
  • An actor’s “must listen” podcast

    I absolutely love this podcast! DaJuan is so incredibly generous with his knowledge and spirit. He has amazing guests on that really care about the industry and actors.

    I never finish an episode without learning something new and feeling inspired.

    The information covered is also relavent where ever you work. I’m an Australian mainly working on US projects but everything applies to the Australian industry as well. Love, love, love!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alookis
    Australia2 years ago
  • Wow!

    This podcast blows my mind. Every episode gets better and better! DeJuan is just wow!🤯

    Leaves me feeling great after listening. Just wow.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹⭐️
    United States3 years ago
  • Love this podcast.

    Title says it all - especially for us BIPOC actors!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ihatepodcasts
    United States3 years ago

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Episode 622: Why I decided to take a GLP-1
Q: When did you realize this is going to change your casting and the way people see you?
As weight changed and a new look emerged, casting conversations started shifting; it wasn't about losing weight alone but about evolving as an actor with a new headshot and a new presence that the industry has to readjust to.
Episode 622: Why I decided to take a GLP-1
Q: So, you know, why did you decide to go on a GLP-1?
It started out of health concerns and a family history motif; I wanted to lower my A1C and take control of my health, and the weight loss became a meaningful side effect that then changed my fitness and career mindset.
Episode 620: How to Audition for Verticals - Kristen Brancaccio
Q: What exactly is a vertical from Kristen Brancaccio's perspective, and why should actors care?
Kristen explains that verticals are mobile-first micro-dramas designed for short, one-to-two-minute episodes that fit social media consumption habits; they're here to stay because they offer a new narrative frontier where professional storytelling competes with user-generated content, creating new opportunities for actors to tell powerful stories in bite-sized formats.
Episode 615: How AI Is Already Replacing Actors. Ashley BeLoat's Story
Q: What should actors do to prepare for this changing landscape?
Negotiate upfront about AI usage, seek explicit protections in contracts, stay versatile across formats (procedurals, verticals, indie projects), and maintain open conversations with producers about vision and boundaries.
Episode 615: How AI Is Already Replacing Actors. Ashley BeLoat's Story
Q: What happened with the AI likeness issue in the remake, and what should actors watch for in contracts?
The remake used AI-rendered likenesses of leads without notice or consent, highlighting the need for contract language that specifies uses of likeness, rights for AI integration, and protections for the actor's performance.

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The show centers on practical career strategies for actors, combining mindset, industry navigation, and business tactics. Episodes frequently tackle topics like AI's impact on acting, vertical storytelling, self-taping, and building sustainable careers through proactive outreach, mentorship, and diversification. Guests range from actors to agents and showrunners, offering tangible advice on contracts, branding, collaboration, and navigating industry shifts. A standout throughline is a hands-on, no-fluff approach aimed at helping working actors level up, stay resilient, and take ownership of their paths. The format often includes candid storytelling, actionable takeaways, and real-world examples from current industry changes that listeners c... more

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