Casting Networks Episodes

Episode 107: International Casting Secrets, "Verticals," and AI with Helene Rousse In this episode, Max Belmonte dives deep into the shifting world of international casting with Helene Rousse , a powerhouse Montreal-based Casting Director and founder of Total Casting . With over 35 years of experience spanning talent agent work, acting, and world-class casting, Helene shares the "Formula 1" approach to navigating today’s digital industry. From the surprising explosion of "Vertical" series to the...

Show Notes: Episode 62 – Navigating the Business of Acting (Solo with Max) Welcome to Year 3 of Two Unemployed Actors ! Sam has the ultimate pass this week because he’s actually busy on set, leaving Max to hold down the studio solo. Kicking off the year in style, Max reflects on his busiest year in the industry since transitioning from corporate life and dives deep into the crucial business boundaries every actor needs to set. From spotting sneaky contract upgrades to busting the myths of the vo...

Two Unemployed Actors | Episode 59 Show Notes Episode Summary In this episode, Max and Sam give you a raw, honest, and hilarious look into the realities of life as a working Actor in Australia. Max takes us behind the scenes of his multi-day shoot for a major MG / CarSales commercial—complete with drones, sound stages, and a brutally public parallel parking fail. Meanwhile, Sam celebrates wrapping up his massive 10-month journey with Spring Awakening , diving headfirst into the post-show withdra...

Cinema is officially back, Max gets an exciting tap on the shoulder for a new project, and we are breaking down the absolute essentials of landing a role on a major television series! In this milestone 50th episode, Max and Sam cover everything from high-profile Hollywood blockbusters to the exact tactical steps you need to take to catch the eye of top Casting Directors. Whether you are trying to master your audition nerves or wondering how fast-paced television sets operate, this episode is pac...

Episode 43: Mastering the "Boring Bits" & The Actor’s Toolkit In this episode, Max and Sam take a deep dive into the "boring bits"—the essential administrative and maintenance tasks that keep an actor's career moving forward even when they aren't on set. From website refreshes and profile audits to mastering the "sweet spot" of preparation, this episode is a blueprint for turning downtime into a competitive advantage. Sharpening Your Toolkit The guys discuss why now is the perfect time for a tot...