87. An In-Depth Conversation with Actor, Kyle Gallner!
Today we have an absolutely killer guest—pun fully intended, given his impressive track record in horror and beyond. You’ve seen him in Smile, Jennifer’s Body, A Nightmare on Elm Street, and Scream—but Kyle Gallner is so much more than a horror genre staple. He’s a true chameleon, seamlessly moving between indie darlings, blockbuster hits, and some of the most compelling performances on screen. Whether he’s playing the brooding outsider, the best friend you wish you had, or a character who keeps you up at night, Kyle brings an undeniable intensity and authenticity to every role.Today, we’re diving into his journey as an actor, what draws him to these complex characters, and of course, the wild world of auditions, casting, and making it in Hollywood.Make sure to rate, review and subscribe to all things Tipsy Casting!Resources:Kyle's InstagramKyle's IMDBKyle's X ────────────────────────────Stay Tuned with Tipsy Casting on IGWatch the Tipsy Casting YouTube ChannelFollow Jessica & Follow Jenn Learn More About Jess & Jenn's Casting
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86. The Pitt’s Salary Scoop, Your Questions Answered, and Special Guest Esther Jolee
This week on Tipsy Casting, we break down The Pitt’s unique salary structure—what sets it apart, how it affects talent, and its potential impact on the industry. We also answer all the questions submitted via Instagram, covering everything from casting insights to behind-the-scenes industry secrets. Plus, we’re joined by one of our listeners, Esther Jolee, who won our holiday giveaway last year to be our special guest. She shares her journey, her current place in the industry and asks us her very own questions. Grab a drink and tune in for another unfiltered, fun conversation! Episode Resources: ‘The Pitt’ Is Case Study For Fixed-Fee Cast Payment Model Amid TV Industry Push To Cap Talent CostsEsther Jolee's IMDB────────────────────────────Stay Tuned with Tipsy Casting on IGWatch the Tipsy Casting YouTube ChannelFollow Jessica & Follow Jenn Learn More About Jess & Jenn's Casting Journeys Get Casting Life Away Merch here!
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85. A Modern Class of Casting Visionaries- Featuring Neely Eisenstein!
Join us this week for our latest installment of the Modern Class of Casting Visionaries with the fabulous Casting Director, Neely Eisenstein!Over the past 10 years, Neely has cast nearly 30 films including the coming-of-age movie, SNACK SHACK written and directed by Adam Rehmeier, rom-com PLUS ONE starting Jack Quaid and Maya Erskine, and the Sundance favorite, EXTREMELY WICKED, SHOCKINGLY EVIL AND VILE starring Zac Efron. In this episode we dive in with Neely discussing...-Her unconventional start in casting that all stared with the toy industry-Her love of theatre -We sidetrack into how Shakespeare is having a resurgence in -Her outlook on how the industry was when she started all through how she sees it looking in the near future-The problems we as CDs are running into dealing with lack of willingness with agents to participate in helping to attach talent to Indies-How we can try to bridge gaps and get back on the right road -Diving into some current awards season controversy from the SAG awards to the BAFTAS and the casting awards being awarded to people who are not in casting-How amazing it is to be back in the room for casting sessions and how it “fills our cup right up”-Neely tells us what her favorite projects were to castMake sure to subscribe, rate and review! Follow us @tipsycastingResources: Neely's IMDB────────────────────────────Stay Tuned with Tipsy Casting on IGWatch the Tipsy Casting YouTube ChannelFollow Jessica & Follow Jenn Learn More About Jess & Jenn's Casting Journeys Get Casting Life Away Merch here!
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84. From Diary Pages to TV Screens: Kai Wu’s Journey
Today, Jess & Jenn sit down with the brilliant and versatile Kai Wu, a writer and producer whose storytelling has shaped some of the most captivating genre series on television. From Hannibal to The Flash, Carnival Row, Paper Girls, and American Born Chinese, Kai has built a career bringing rich, character-driven worlds to life. She also created The Ghost Bride for Netflix and recently earned a WGA Award nomination for her work as a Co-Executive Producer on A Murder at the End of the World (FX).Born in Taiwan and raised in Maryland, Kai's journey into writing began with diary pages and evolved into developing original projects with Netflix, Amazon, Disney+, and Freeform. In this conversation, we explore her path as a storyteller, how she navigates the industry post-strike, and the challenges of crafting fresh, dynamic genre narratives.Pour yourself a drink and join us for a deep dive into the mind of a writer who continues to redefine the boundaries of television!Episode Resources: Kai Wu's IMDbKai's InstagramThe Motoring Club────────────────────────────Stay Tuned with Tipsy Casting on IGWatch the Tipsy Casting YouTube ChannelFollow Jessica & Follow Jenn Learn More About Jess & Jenn's Casting
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83. An In-Depth Conversation with Emmy Award Winning Actor Lamorne Morris!
LAMORNE MORRIS is an Emmy inning actor best known for playing the hilarious role of Winston Bishop in the sitcom New Girl on Fox. Just this past year he joined the next level of actors when he won his Emmy for playing the role of “Witt” on the most recent season of Fargo. His other credits include SATURDAY NIGHT, WOKE (Hulu), CALL ME KAT, VALLEY OF THE BOOM (National Geographic), GAME NIGHT, JUMANJI: THE NEXT LEVEL.Along with his films and television credits, he hosts not one but TWO podcasts. He hosts THE MESS AROUND with Hannah Simone and THE LAMORNING AFTER. So make sure to check out his podcasts!Resources:Lamorne's InstagramLamorne's XLamorne's IMDBThe Mess Around PodcastThe Lamorning After Podcast────────────────────────────Stay Tuned with Tipsy Casting on IGWatch the Tipsy Casting YouTube ChannelFollow Jessica & Follow Jenn Learn More About Jess & Jenn's Casting
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