Jonathan Stoddard

Jonathan Stoddard | EP 361

Jonathan Stoddard shares his journey from being nonverbal as a child to becoming a successful actor and photographer. He discusses the importance of drama therapy, his experiences in the film industry, and the unique challenges of working in soap operas. Stoddard reflects on the nature of success in acting, the creative process of photography, and the diverse roles he has played throughout his career.

The conversation highlights the balance between creativity and the business side of acting, as well as the personal growth that comes with pursuing one's passion. In this engaging conversation, the speakers delve into the intricacies of acting, exploring the evolution of an actor's mindset, the challenges of relating to characters, and the importance of understanding justification in storytelling.

They discuss the juggling act of managing multiple projects, share starstruck moments with iconic actors, and highlight the differences in tone and structure across various genres. The conversation concludes with valuable lessons and advice for personal growth and navigating the complexities of the film industry.

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Takeaways

📍I was very nonverbal and grew up with ADD.

📍Drama therapy is crucial for emotional balance.

📍Photography allows me to tell stories without words.

📍I prefer to overshoot during photo sessions.

📍Moving to LA was a pivotal moment in my career.

📍Age is just a number in the acting industry.

📍Being a lead doesn't guarantee success.

📍The film industry is a business as much as it is creative.

📍Soap operas have a unique production process.

📍Auditioning can be unpredictable and challenging. I've really worked on changing it to fine-tune my sensory awareness.

📍I think maybe that's why I turned into stand-up comedy.

📍I want to be a human being, not just a character.

📍Everyone justifies their own actions, even in extreme severity.

📍I try to approach scripts with compassion and understanding.

📍I don't know how or why it's worked, but I'm grateful.

📍I was reduced to a 13 year old boy when meeting Vivica A. Fox.

📍You don't have to reinvent the wheel in acting.

📍Start praying and manifesting sooner in your journey.

📍There's a lot of pain that can be avoided with better communication.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

02:56 Overcoming Nonverbal Communication

06:02 The Art of Photography

08:51 Acting Journey and Late Start

11:58 The Business of Acting

14:54 Experiences in Film and Television

18:05 Diverse Roles and Character Exploration

20:54 The Unique World of Soap Operas

23:53 Auditioning and the Nature of Success

24:20 The Evolution of an Actor's Mindset

26:06 Relating to Characters: The Actor's Challenge

28:22 Understanding Justification in Storytelling

30:44 The Juggling Act: Managing Multiple Projects

33:08 Starstruck Moments: Meeting Icons

35:37 Tone and Structure in Different Genres

39:30 Lessons from the Past: Advice to My Younger Self

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