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Where Working Actors Talk

Where Working Actors Talk
Intimacy Coordination
Heather Hemmens
The Middle
Stan Kirsch Studios
Los Angeles
Hellcats
Education/acting Training

#Whereworkingactorstalk: An illuminating, entertaining, no bullsh*t look into the entertainment industry. Each episode features a candid chat between the SKS staff and a variety of Film and TV professionals ranging from seasoned actors to casting directors, talent representatives and directors as they share their experiences, provide advice and discuss issues that are pertinent to actors today. Fo... more

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Greg Benson has been a working LA actor, comedian, and director since 1991 — with credits on Beef, Matlock, NCIS, and Bel-Air, plus 150+ national commercials. He's also an early online-comedy pioneer, growing his YouTube channel MediocreFilms to over... more

Colleen Foy sits down with actor and image consultant Buckley Sampson to talk actor headshots, audition wardrobe, self-tape outfits, personal branding, and how actors can use style to communicate their casting type.

Buckley shares how she went from ... more

Actor, activist, and certified intimacy coordinator Julia Belanova joins SKS master teacher Colleen Foy for a candid conversation about building a sustainable acting career, taking creative risks, navigating representation, and creating safer, more e... more

Colleen sits down with Heather Hemmens (Roswell New Mexico, Hellcats, Yellowstone) to talk about sustaining a decades-long career through resilience, craft, and self-care. Heather looks back on moving from Maine to LA at 18 with little money, the dis... more

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Recent Guests

Julia Belanova
Actor, Activist, and Intimacy Coordinator
Independent/Entertainment industry
Episode: Actor & Intimacy Coordinator Julia Belanova on Taking Risks, Auditions & Creating Safer Sets
Heather Hemmens
Actor, director, producer, entrepreneur
Episode: Eps 40: Heather Hemmens on Building a Long-Haul Acting Career: Self-Care, Resilience, and Creating Your Own Opportunities
Natalie Lander
Actor, writer, singer, creator
The Middle; Legally Brunette; To Life
Episode: Eps 39: Natalie Lander on The Middle, Legally Brunette, and Creating Your Own Work (9-1-1: Lone Star, 13 Reasons Why)
Melissa Blue
Owner of Rock Your Reel and Bluelit Studios
Rock Your Reel, Bluelit Studios
Episode: Eps 38: Melissa Blue (Rock Your Reel, Blue Lit Studios) on Actor Footage, Branding, and Reels
Laura Niemi
Actor with 60+ credits, notably This Is Us
Actor
Episode: Eps 38: Laura Niemi on Theater, Audition Craft, Reinvention, and Building a Long Acting Career
Loren Escandón
Actor, director, writer, storyteller
Episode: Eps 37: Finding Her Voice: Loren Escandón on Art, Culture, and Resilience
AJ Castro
Actor, writer, and acting coach invited onto the show
Stan Kirsch Studios
Episode: Eps 36: Meet the Newest Acting Coach at SKS: Award-Winning Writer/Actor A.J. Castro (Will and Grace, NCIS, 9-1-1)

Host

Colleen Kirsch
Multiple-episode host associated with Stan Kirsch Studios, contributor to show conversations about acting career strategies and studio culture

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 43 ratings
  • 5 ⭐️’s for an Allstar show!

    This is my absolute favorite Podcast. I learn something new each time I listen in. The guests are so relatable, current and hopeful. SKS has truly built a unique community that makes us all keep coming back for more. 🤟🏻 for my Colleen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mick Jay LA
    United States2 months ago
  • Fantastic Pod!

    I love this show! Colleen is a legend! She’s so funny, insightful, curious and clever! Listen and don’t stop listening! Never stop listening!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tseky
    United States3 years ago
  • One of the best working actor podcasts

    Very entertaining and informative. One of the best actor podcasts out there!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dwak-Z
    United States3 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Really informative podcast. Been enjoying the guests they bring on, as well as the host Colleen. A lot of great topics too. Looking forward to more episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shmony
    United States3 years ago
  • AMAZE!

    Awesome listen with tons of words of sage advice. Colleen and the SKS team are amazing, I’ve been taking class with them for years and they have completely transformed my knowledge of and relationship to the industry in the best way. <3 <3

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    al49!
    United States3 years ago

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Episodes are seen as informative and entertaining, with a strong emphasis on real-world experiences from working actors.
The host and guests are praised for being relatable, insightful, and encouraging a supportive community.
Listeners appreciate the practical, no-nonsense career guidance and actionable takeaways for actors.

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Talking Points

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Eps 40: Heather Hemmens on Building a Long-Haul Acting Career: Self-Care, Resilience, and Creating Your Own Opportunities
Q: What was the audition process for Hellcats like?
Hemmens explains that the Hellcats audition process involved multiple rounds, extensive preparation in Stan Kirsch Studios, and a delicate balance of staying fresh while not over-rehearsing, ultimately leading to the screen test and the role.
Eps 38: Melissa Blue (Rock Your Reel, Blue Lit Studios) on Actor Footage, Branding, and Reels
Q: How should a newer actor approach building footage before investing in production?
Start with researching what you play and what you want to target, then secure great headshots, and only then begin creating targeted footage or co-writing scenes if you're comfortable with that; use self-tapes as a stepping stone but prioritize high-quality footage as soon as possible.
Eps 39: Natalie Lander on The Middle, Legally Brunette, and Creating Your Own Work (9-1-1: Lone Star, 13 Reasons Why)
Q: How do you approach creating your own work in a changing industry?
She emphasizes starting with a genuine story, partnering with a trusted creative, leveraging existing material structure, and then adapting it into a live show or theater piece, all while balancing financing, venue relationships, and audience visibility.
Eps 39: Natalie Lander on The Middle, Legally Brunette, and Creating Your Own Work (9-1-1: Lone Star, 13 Reasons Why)
Q: What sparked the idea for Legally Brunette and how did you turn it into a fully realized show?
Natalie describes finding a journal from Legally Blonde/Elle Woods inspiration, then slowly shaping it into a narrative that blends personal growth with musical elements, involving a director for accountability and turning a hard past experience into a healing, celebratory work.
Actor & Intimacy Coordinator Julia Belanova on Taking Risks, Auditions & Creating Safer Sets
Q: What led you to first pursue advocacy in the industry?
Julia explains that witnessing exploitation in a high-stakes industry and the desire to support everyone on set—from catering to crew—drove her to engage in advocacy, finding grounding in broader social issues and how change can improve daily working conditions for performers.

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This show centers on practical, candid conversations with working actors and industry professionals about building sustainable careers in film and television. Episodes frequently cover audition strategy, career reinvention, branding and marketing, safety on set, and creating original work to expand opportunities. Listeners can expect actionable tips, personal stories from the front lines, and a strong emphasis on community, mentorship, and professional development within a supportive studio ecosystem. A notable strand is how guests turn challenges into new ventures, from self-produced projects to coaching, directing, and advocacy that shapes better storytelling.

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2. Heather Hemmens
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5. Laura Niemi
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