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Unstoppable Actors: the essential podcast for ambitious, aspiring actors

The Audition Fail That Taught Me Everything (that you can steal)

17 min • 1 maj 2025

Cringe alert: my very first audition was a total flop - and I want you to learn from it.

In this episode, I'm taking you behind the scenes of that disaster and breaking down the common mistake most new actors make (including me!).

If you've ever frozen, faked your way through. or felt like you weren't good enough, this one's for you.

You'll learn

The #1 reason actors mess up auditions
How Method Acting fixes overthinking
Why your worst moments might actually launch your career

Let this episode be your sign - your acting journey is just getting started.

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