S02 E19: Best in Show

Author: Daniel Lamb & Anna Rosa Parker
Published: Mon 25 Oct 2021
Episode Link: None

“You have to use your imagination. You have to use your whole body. You have to be willing to be wild in your thinking.”

— Helen Hunt

Everyone loves a Greatest Hits album. And after releasing so many episodes full of fascinating guest interviews, we’ve put together a bit of a Best in Show episode.

This episode looks back on some of our favorite conversations with our favorite guests — and we’ve clipped out some of the juiciest nuggets of wisdom and insight that have come up during these interviews.

You’ll discover how author Natalie Baszile learned to surf the waves of pitching and being rejected before publishing her bestselling novel (that’s since been turned into a television show).

You’ll learn about Helen Hunt’s approach to teaching acting — and a few pieces of practical advice that she gives her students.

You’ll hear how The Lion King original cast member and choreographer Aubrey Lynch learned how to heal and find a new type of fulfillment after the end of his dancing career through paying it forward.

… and so much more!

In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌

The shifts that have taken place in the last decade when it comes to diversity in casting — and what still needs to be done
How a puppeteer tapped into a hidden reserve of incredible creativity online during the pandemic lockdown
What a voice casting director keeps in mind when finding voices for new productions

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Highlights:‌

00:16 Intro

03:14 Jennifer Van Dyke reflection

05:37 Jennifer Van Dyke clip

07:52 Natalie Baszile reflection

11:59 Natalie Baszile clip

14:01 Helen Hunt reflection

16:49 Helen Hunt clip

19:45 Aubrey Lynch reflection

22:21 Aubrey Lynch clip

28:12 David Stevens reflection