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Natalie and Wayne preview this year's Emmy Nominations! Actor, writer and director Granison Crawford joins them in-studio to chat his comedy series "Blacticus", his venture into stand-up and honest casting. Featuring Music – Lacy Younger Guest Information GUEST NAME: Granison Crawford Guest Links FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/granivision INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/instagranison

Natalie and Wayne talk about their two day stint playing aliens. MFE Founder and CEO Saif Rahman joins them to chat about the correlation between sports and entertainment and the how the face of entertainment is changing.

Natalie and Wayne have a quick phone chat with recording artist Lacy Younger. Casting director Laurie Records joins them in studio to talk about how casting is a 24 hour job and some interesting insight on crashing auditions. Featuring Music – Lacy Younger Guest Information GUEST NAME: Laurie Records Guest Links WEBSITE: http://www.laurierecordscasting.com TWITTER: https://twitter.com/laurierecords FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/commercialclassesbylaurierecords Guest Promotions Take Commercial Classes with Laurie The Networker Blog – Commercial Actors Should Never...

Natalie and Wayne talk about going to the special "Grease Live!" Q&A. Actress Reatha Grey ("Betty White's Off Their Rockers", "Uncle Buck") stops by to chat about keeping current with the ever-changing acting business. Featuring Music – Devon Nickoles Guest Information GUEST NAME: Reatha Grey Guest Links WEBSITE: http://reathagrey.com TWITTER: http://twitter.com/reathagrey FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ReathaGrey INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/reathagrey YOUTUBE: http://youtube.com/reathadenise

Natalie and Wayne recap the 2016 Tony Awards! Actress, singer and dancer Alisa Reyes ("All That", "Da Jammies") joins them in studio to chat about her new music video "SEXY HOT" and being a hippie Catholic. Guest Information GUEST NAME: Alisa Reyes Guest Links WEBSITE: http://www.alisareyes.com TWITTER: https://twitter.com/alisareyes FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/alisareyesfanpage INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/alisareyes YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/user/AlisaReyesForever PERISCOPE: https://periscope.com/alisareyes

Natalie and Wayne remember Muhammad Ali and his impact on the entertainment business. Improvisor and actor Paul Hungerford is back, this time to chat about using improvisation to further your career. Featuring Music – Devon Nickoles Featured Links Check out past guest, Judy Kain's new book – I Booked It! The Commercial Actor's Handbook Guest Information GUEST NAME: Paul Hungerford Guest Links TWITTER: https://twitter.com/FewdioPaul INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/therealumlaut/ Guest Promotions http://improtheatre.com

Natalie and Wayne talk the importance of "getting away". Actor and casting session runner George Ketsios ("NCIS: Los Angeles", "The Mindy Project") shares his journey from theatre to TV and all the info between. Featuring Music – Sestra Featured Links Check out past guest, Judy Kain's new book – I Booked It! The Commercial Actor's Handbook Guest Information GUEST NAME: George Ketsios Guest Links IMDb TWITTER

Wayne and Natalie continue their talk about the different types of auditions. Actresses Katie ("New Girl") and Ashley ("Henry Danger") Silverman join them to talk about playing younger versions of adult TV characters, Star Wars and being a professional onset! Featuring Music – Sestra Featured Links Check out past guest, Judy Kain's new book – I Booked It! The Commercial Actor's Handbook Guest Information GUEST NAME: Katie and Ashley Silverman Guest Links TWITTER: https://twitter.com/SilvermanKatie INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/katieannesilverman/ Katie on IMDb: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4693257/ Ashley on IMDb: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm5095068/

Natalie and Wayne discuss the differences between an audition and being on a production set once you book the job. Mimi Davila & Laura DiLorenzo aka The Chonga Girls talk about how they became YouTube sensations, and now 9 years later are bringing them out of retirement. Featuring Music – Sestra Featured Links Check out past guest, Judy Kain's new book – I Booked It! The Commercial Actor's Handbook Guest Information GUEST NAME: Mimi Davila & Laura DiLorenzo Guest Links FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/thechongagirls INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thechongagirls YOUTUBE: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheChongaGirlsMimiLaura SNAP CHAT: @thechongagirls

Natalie and Wayne talk television series finales. Voiceover artist Debi Derryberry (Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius, "F Is For Family") joins them in studio to talk about her book Voice-Over 101: How to Succeed as a Voice Actor and creating character voices. Featuring Music – Sestra

Natalie and Wayne are joined by actor and CD Robert B. Martin, Jr. for an educational breakdown of the SAG-AFTRA commercials contracts referendum Showrunner, writer, and actor Jack Kenny ("Warehouse 13") talks about his play at Sci-Fest LA and what goes into running a TV show.

Wayne and Natalie pay tribute to Prince. Isabel Echeverry founder of Kontakto Entertainment joins them to chat the importance of being a SAG-AFTRA member, the growth of Latino talent in the entertainment industry and being a Shamama. Check out past guest, Judy Kain's new book – I Booked It! The Commercial Actor's Handbook

Natalie and Wayne reveal some truths about self-taping your auditions. Writer and director Josh Isaacson joins them in studio to talk about his comedy/educational web series Atticus' Activists and monkeys!

Natalie and Wayne touch on the casting director workshop controversy. Ships Have Sailed's Will Carpenter calls in to chat the band's new acoustic EP Whispers, how they use social media and upcoming shows.

Natalie and Wayne pay respects to some of the finest in entertainment that were lost this past week. Keep It Real Acting's Spotlight of the Month, actor Glen McDougal ("VR Troopers", Jack in the Box) joins them in studio as they talk Barney Rubble, growing a beard and improvisation.

Natalie and Wayne want you…to stop apologizing in the audition room! Filmmakers Oscar Rene Lozoya, Alex Raines & Brian Flaccus (How We Met) talk indie filmmaking, the writing process and shooting on location.

Oh, by gosh and by golly, it's the St. Paddy's Day episode! Actor and host Adam Salandra (AfterBuzz TV, Hollywood Drive) joins Natalie and Wayne in studio to talk about making a career shift and comedic acting. Featuring Music – Ships Have Sailed Featured Link Check out past guest, Judy Kain's new book – I Booked It! The Commercial Actor's Handbook Guest Info Guest Name: Adam Salandra Guest Links Website Twitter Instagram Facebook YouTube

Wayne plays game show host and quizzes Natalie and Rena-Marie on THR's "Hollywood's 100 Favorite Movie Lines." Shaleah Dawnyel of Seeing Beauty joins them to talk about inside-out marketing and what defines success. Featuring Music – Laura Jean Anderson Featured Links Check out past guest, Judy Kain's new book – I Booked It! The Commercial Actor's Handbook Guest Info Guest Name: Shaleah Dawnyel – Seeing Beauty Guest Links Website Facebook Twitter Instagram

Wayne and Natalie speak French, talk "Fuller House" and recap the 2016 Oscars! Featuring Music – Laura Jean Anderson Featured Links Check out past guest, Judy Kain's new book - I Booked It! The Commercial Actor's Handbook

There's another Frazier in town. Wayne's brother Bruce visits Hollywood Close-Up and Natalie and Wayne give their thoughts on the upcoming Oscars. Actor, writer and Keep It Real Acting's Student Spotlight Michael King joins them to talk about taking the biz by storm after a 20 year hiatus. Featuring Music – Laura Jean Anderson Featured Links Check out past guest, Judy Kain's new book – I Booked It! The Commercial Actor's Handbook Guest Info Guest Name: Michael King Guest Links Twitter Instagram Facebook