#46 Brett Donahue – Lessons From A Journeyman Leading Actor

#46 Brett Donahue – Lessons From A Journeyman Leading Actor

Brett Donahue is a thoughtful, talented, and hard working actor who has navigated the industry for over two decades. He’s starred and been featured in dozens of shows (including 3 Pines, Private Eyes, and the upcoming Joel Kinnaman/John Malkovich starring “Bishop”. A veteran of stage and screen, Brett is a true leading talent. Any time I see his work I’m struck by how grounded, present, and dropped in he is. Turns out, this is hard earned by design and dedication. This episode is an exploration of the hard work, technique, trials, tribulations, and successes that come from a life lived and a living made in the trenches of our industry. I admire Brett greatly and I’m sure you will, too.  Find Brett:   Instagram: @bjdonahue [https://www.instagram.com/bjdonahue/]  🤝 Podcast Partners & Listener Perks We’ve teamed up with brands we genuinely use and trust. 🔥 Othership Sauna • Cold Plunge • Breathwork • 11% OFF classes & packs — code DOUGLASNYBACK • 2-for-1 first-timer offer • 1 month FREE on the breathwork app 👉 Links in bio ✨ Fancy Face On-camera beauty & skincare • 20% OFF products + services — code DNAPOD • fancyface.ca 🎬 Book It: The On-Camera Audition Course w/ Douglas Nyback On-Camera Technique • Craft Bookable Auditions • Script Analysis • 25% OFF online course — code DNAPOD • Everything you need to craft bookable auditions • Escape the gatekeeping of studios, save $$$ 👉 https://bit.ly/FOUNDATIONSxDNAPOD  Using these codes helps support the podcast 🙏 Produced by: @daliayegavian [https://www.instagram.com/daliayegavian/] @breewas [https://www.instagram.com/breewas/] Associate Producer: @jonelle.gunderson [https://www.instagram.com/jonelle.gunderson/] Special Thanks: @primevideo [https://www.instagram.com/primevideo/] @celestedesjardins [https://www.instagram.com/celestedesjardins/] @ent_nts [https://www.instagram.com/ent_nts/] @creativedriveartists   [https://www.instagram.com/creativedriveartists/] Show Partners: @othership [https://www.instagram.com/othership/] @fancyfaceinc [http://www.instagram.com/fancyfaceinc/] #DNAPodcast #bishop #amazonprime #privateeyes #brettdonahue

#45 Sergio Di Zio – Doing It For Love of the Game

Sergio Di Zio was on everything ever made BEFORE he was a lead on the hit series “Flashpoint” and he’s been on everything under the sun since. Don’t believe me? Check out his IMDB. Not only does he boast a prolific screen resume, but he’s also a thriving theatre talent and just an all around great guy. Connection, in-person work, and living in the moment with his scene partners has been the through line in every moment of his career, and it’s increasingly becoming his 10x goal. Keep at it and keep in it, the moment, the life, the business; following that thread is what lights him up and keeps him going. This was an incredibly inspiring, thoughtful, and fun conversation with a truly unique guy. Come for the wisdom, stay for the laughs, and don’t forget to subscribe wherever this podcast finds you. Appreciate y’all.  Find Sergio:   Instagram: @elisasboy72 [https://www.instagram.com/elisasboy72/] 🤝 Podcast Partners & Listener Perks We’ve teamed up with brands we genuinely use and trust. 🔥 Othership Sauna • Cold Plunge • Breathwork • 11% OFF classes & packs — code DOUGLASNYBACK • 2-for-1 first-timer offer • 1 month FREE on the breathwork app 👉 Links in bio ✨ Fancy Face On-camera beauty & skincare • 20% OFF products + services — code DNAPOD • fancyface.ca 🎬 Book It: The On-Camera Audition Course w/ Douglas Nyback On-Camera Technique • Craft Bookable Auditions • Script Analysis • 25% OFF online course — code DNAPOD • Everything you need to craft bookable auditions • Escape the gatekeeping of studios, save $$$ 👉 https://bit.ly/FOUNDATIONSxDNAPOD  Using these codes helps support the podcast 🙏 Produced by: @daliayegavian [https://www.instagram.com/daliayegavian/] @breewas [https://www.instagram.com/breewas/] Associate Producer: @jonelle.gunderson [https://www.instagram.com/jonelle.gunderson/] Special Thanks: @nca.talent [https://www.instagram.com/nca.talent/]  Show Partners: @othership [https://www.instagram.com/othership/] @fancyfaceinc [https://www.instagram.com/fancyfaceinc/] #DNAPodcast #Flashpoint #SergioDiZio #Suits #Rogue

#44 Erika Prevost – Acting Growth Through Personal Healing and Transformation

Erika Prevost is one of the stars of the hit series “St. Pierre”—a unique and highly entertaining police drama where she plays the charismatic and complex Patty Montclair-Ito (among many other credits including “The Boys”, “Assassin’s Creed Shadows”, and “The Next Step” to name a few). This was one of those episodes where I was blessed to meet an actor for the first time and dive right into the deep end of their world view, values, and the journey that has gotten them where they are. Erika is somehow both extremely practical and driven, as well as spiritual and grounded in both herself and her healing and growth journey. She’s a bonkers talented actor who has put in a tremendous amount of thought and time into her growth as a person—knowing that as she grows, so does her capacity for success. I loved this episode, Erika is the real deal and I learned so much from her. This industry requires growth of self as much as ability, and I can’t think of a better conversation for you to hear to inspire you to look within and be inspired.  Find Erika:   Instagram: @erika_prevost [https://www.instagram.com/erika_prevost/] 🤝 Podcast Partners & Listener Perks We’ve teamed up with brands we genuinely use and trust. 🔥 Othership Sauna • Cold Plunge • Breathwork • 11% OFF classes & packs — code DOUGLASNYBACK • 2-for-1 first-timer offer • 1 month FREE on the breathwork app 👉 Links in bio ✨ Fancy Face On-camera beauty & skincare • 20% OFF products + services — code DNAPOD • fancyface.ca 🎬 The On-Camera Foundations Program On-Camera Technique • Craft Bookable Auditions • Script Analysis • 25% OFF online course — code DNAPOD • Everything you need to craft bookable auditions • Escape the gatekeeping of studios, save $$$ 👉 https://bit.ly/FOUNDATIONSxDNAPOD  Using these codes helps support the podcast 🙏 Produced by: @daliayegavian [https://www.instagram.com/daliayegavian/] @breewas [https://www.instagram.com/breewas/] Associate Producer: @jonelle.gunderson [https://www.instagram.com/jonelle.gunderson/] Special Thanks: @saintpierretv [https://www.instagram.com/saintpierretv/] @cbc [https://www.instagram.com/cbc/] @cbcgem [https://www.instagram.com/cbcgem/] @thenextstep [https://www.instagram.com/thenextstep/] @theboystv [https://www.instagram.com/theboystv/] Show Partners: @othership [https://www.instagram.com/othership/] @fancyfaceinc [https://www.instagram.com/fancyfaceinc/] #DNAPodcast #SaintPierre #ErikaPrevost #TheNextStep #TheBoys

#43 Bianca Melchior – The Utterly Unique & Profoundly Talented Rising Star

Bianca Melchior is one of a kind. Seriously, try to find another actor/dancer/artist like her. You won’t be able to. The longer you spend in this industry the more you understand this is one of the most valuable assets you could possibly cultivate. I’ve known Bianca through several iterations of her acting journey, including from the relative beginning, and I was beyond excited to touch base with her at this exciting juncture of her career. Coming off of an unbelievable stint going from Schmigadoon, to the Wicked Feature Films, to The Way Home and now onto an as-yet-unannounced (and we’d get sued if we told you) KILLER gig on a major streamer, Bianca is leaning into all the things that make her unique and surfing a wave of success as a result. This episode is a deep dive into all of this. I LOVED this chat. So dive on in, you need to hear this one. Find Bianca:   Instagram: @biancamelchior [https://www.instagram.com/biancamelchior/] TikTok: @bianca_melchior [https://www.tiktok.com/@bianca_melchior] 🤝 Podcast Partners & Listener Perks We’ve teamed up with brands we genuinely use and trust. 🔥 Othership Sauna • Cold Plunge • Breathwork • 11% OFF classes & packs — code DOUGLASNYBACK • 2-for-1 first-timer offer • 1 month FREE on the breathwork app 👉 Links in bio ✨ Fancy Face On-camera beauty & skincare • 20% OFF products + services — code DNAPOD • fancyface.ca 🎬 The On-Camera Foundations Program On-Camera Technique • Craft Bookable Auditions • Script Analysis • 25% OFF online course — code DNAPOD • Everything you need to craft bookable auditions • Escape the gatekeeping of studios, save $$$ 👉 https://bit.ly/FOUNDATIONSxDNAPOD  Using these codes helps support the podcast 🙏 Produced by: @daliayegavian [https://www.instagram.com/daliayegavian/] @breewas [https://www.instagram.com/breewas/] Associate Producer: @jonelle.gunderson [https://www.instagram.com/jonelle.gunderson/] Special Thanks: @wickedmovie [https://www.instagram.com/wickedmovie/?hl=en] @universalpictures [https://www.instagram.com/universalpictures/?hl=en] @thewayhomehallmarkchannel [https://www.instagram.com/thewayhomehallmarkchannel/?hl=en]@hallmarkchannel [https://www.instagram.com/hallmarkchannel/?hl=en]@schmigadoon [https://www.instagram.com/schmigadoon/?hl=en] @appletv  [https://www.instagram.com/appletv/?hl=en] Show Partners: @othership [https://www.instagram.com/othership/?hl=en] @fancyfaceinc [https://www.instagram.com/fancyfaceinc/?hl=en] #DNAPodcast #Wicked #Schmigadoon #TheWayHome #BiancaMelchior

#42 Alexandra Beaton – Creating Character in Every Moment

Star of the hit Netflix series “Finding Her Edge”, Alexandra Beaton is someone I’ve wanted to get on the show for ages. I’ve been a huge fan of hers since I saw her in Amazon Prime’s “Overcompensating” as the brutal and hilarious mean girl, Bridget. Alex has a laundry list of credits that clearly chart the course to her growing lead status but more importantly, I think, she has an unwavering superpower: She saturates every frame she’s in with character. Her work is incredibly clear, you know exactly who she is in every moment. She is constantly teaching you with brave choices, bold opinions, and razor sharp talent. She’s also a hugely cool and kind person IRL. SO! Dive on in. This conversation is a delight. You’re not gonna want to miss it. Find Alexandra:   Instagram: @albeaton [https://www.instagram.com/albeaton/] TikTok: @albeat0n [https://www.tiktok.com/@albeat0n] 🤝 Podcast Partners & Listener Perks We’ve teamed up with brands we genuinely use and trust. 🔥 Othership Sauna • Cold Plunge • Breathwork • 11% OFF classes & packs — code DOUGLASNYBACK • 2-for-1 first-timer offer • 1 month FREE on the breathwork app 👉 Links in bio ✨ Fancy Face On-camera beauty & skincare • 20% OFF products + services — code DNAPOD • fancyface.ca Using these codes helps support the podcast 🙏 Produced by: @daliayegavian [https://www.instagram.com/daliayegavian/] @breewas [https://www.instagram.com/breewas/] Associate Producer: @jonelle.gunderson [https://www.instagram.com/jonelle.gunderson/] Special Thanks: @findingheredge [https://www.instagram.com/findingheredge/] @primevideo [https://www.instagram.com/primevideo/] @overcompensating [https://www.instagram.com/overcompensating/] @netflix [https://www.instagram.com/netflix/]@thenextstep [https://www.instagram.com/thenextstep/]  Show Partners: @othership [https://www.instagram.com/othership/] @fancyfaceinc [https://www.instagram.com/fancyfaceinc/] #DNAPodcast #FindingHerEdge #AlexandraBeaton #TNS #Overcompensating