Corporate Episodes

Episode 80: Two Actors Survive the Pandemic Welcome to the first episode of 2022! After a transformative year of lockdowns and industry shifts, Max and Sam are back to share how they navigated the "unemployed" life, kept their creative sparks flying, and prepared for a massive year ahead. In this episode, we dive deep into the reality of being a working actor in Australia during a global crisis, from the frustration of cancelled gigs to the unexpected "wins" that come when the industry finall...

Two Unemployed Actors — Episode 64: Set Disasters, New Ventures, & Homegrown Hits Happy New Year! Max and Sam kick off their first episode of 2021 by hitting the ground running. In this episode, the boys catch up on a massive couple of weeks filled with indie feature film night shoots, chaotic corporate gigs, the launch of a new business, and some major wins for the Australian screen industry. From a truck taking out a roller door mid-take to a dachshund refusing to be upstaged at play rehear...

Two Unemployed Actors | Episode 60: On-Set Intensity, Audition Secrets, and Showreel Essentials What does it really take to film an intense, emotional drama under strict on-set restrictions? In this episode, Max and Sam catch up on a busy wave of end-of-year projects, breaking down the exact mechanics of their latest film shoots, upcoming theatre rehearsals, and the vital tools every Actor needs to stay bookable. Max dives deep into his experience filming the AFTRS short Water Under the Br...

Two Unemployed Actors | Episode 58 After a short hiatus, Max and Sam are back to chat about a massively busy few weeks. From corporate DIY shoots and intense short films to feature film callbacks and big premieres, the boys dive deep into what it actually takes to survive and thrive on set. They also break down the business side of the industry, navigating the new Casting Networks layout, and how to manage usage fees so you don't get ripped off. What We Cover This Episode: Juggling the Gi...

Are creative self-tapes completely rewriting the rules for modern casting? In this episode of Two Unemployed Actors, Max and Sam dive straight into the reality of the acting hustle. They break down a massive week of on-set experiences, discuss a creative shift in audition tapes, and explore how actor branding is evolving in the modern screen industry. Timestamps & Key Topics 00:00 – Welcome & The Fatman Trailer: The boys catch up and share their hilarious, confused reactions to Mel Gibson...

Episode Overview In Episode 56, Max and Sam take you behind the scenes of the unpredictable Acting world, covering everything from unscripted canine co-stars to major industry milestones. Max shares a wild commercial audition involving his dog Fred and talks about his exclusive invitation to vote in the AACTA Drama Chapter. Meanwhile, Sam celebrates booking a rare paid short film, shares a hilarious "wrong script" mishap, and the boys break down the business reality of budget voiceover platforms...

Two Unemployed Actors | Episode 44 Are corporate shoots worth the headache, and what really goes on behind the scenes of massive reality TV franchises? In this episode, Max and Sam dive deep into the stark differences between professional sets, independent casting platforms, and the wild world of DIY corporate gigs. Max shares a cautionary tale about battling a dual-teleprompter nightmare at a corporate shoot, while Sam breaks down a demanding StarNow audition that crosses the line into actor...