Actor and singer-songwriter Riley Smith has accrued more than 75 credits over the course of 20+ years in the entertainment industry. Starting off in modeling, Riley made the transition into acting and spent years working on pilots that never got picked up before landing series regular roles including his character of Ryan Hudson on the hit CW series, “Nancy Drew.” Today, he shares the lessons he’s learned about navigating agent relationships, signing contracts, and the value of leaning into what...
Nov 22, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Season 4Ep. 6
Alyshia discusses how we can request to remove labels in breakdowns that limit us as artists. Show Links: THE NEW TRIPLE THREAT : Black Friday Deal THE NEW TRIPLE THREAT : Level Up Your Acting Career PATREON : @thatoneaudition CONSULTING : Get 1-on-1 advice for your acting career from Alyshia Ochse COACHING : Get personalized coaching from Alyshia on your next audition or role INSTAGRAM : @alyshiaochse INSTAGRAM : @thatoneaudition WEBSITE : AlyshiaOchse.com ITUNES : Subscribe to That One Auditio...
Nov 16, 2022•10 min
Kathleen Garrett can currently be seen in Netflix’s record breaking, blockbuster hit, INVENTING ANNA, as the high fashion, hard-to-please, gallerist Sasha Thomas. She is also in another blockbuster of a different kind as Deskka, the sage warrior chaplain, in the #1 video game of the year, HORIZON FORBIDDEN WEST. To add to her string of successes, she plays Former First Lady Laura Bush opposite Viola Davis’ Michelle Obama in Showtimes’s most prestigious project, THE FIRST LADY premiering April 17...
Nov 15, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Season 4Ep. 5
As we come into the holiday season, our focus as actors tends to be on the "slow" season. Let's take a minute to reflect on that which we can CONTROL in the slow times. Show Links: THE NEW TRIPLE THREAT : FREE Pep Talk with CD Victor Vazquez, November 14th @ 12pm PDT THE NEW TRIPLE THREAT : Practice How You Play THE NEW TRIPLE THREAT : Level Up Your Acting Career PATREON : @thatoneaudition CONSULTING : Get 1-on-1 advice for your acting career from Alyshia Ochse COACHING : Get personalized coachi...
Nov 09, 2022•16 min
Brian Thomas Smith moved to Los Angeles from Saint Louis in 2000. His acting journey has had many ups and downs, but he is the perfect example of the journeyman actor as he continues to book jobs in film, TV and commercials. Brian Thomas Smith’s acting credits span film, television and include over 100 commercials. Some highlighted commercials are playing Phil Shifley for DIRECT TV, wearing a European man thong for MILLER LITE and being trained by the brew master in a BUD LIGHT campaign. BTS was...
Nov 08, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Season 4Ep. 4
Christopher Rivas is an actor, author, podcaster, and storyteller best known for his on-screen work on the Fox series, CALL ME KAT. In addition, he hosts two podcasts on SiriusXM's Stitcher: Rubirosa, a limited series about the life of Porfirio Rubirosa, and a weekly show, Brown Enough (premieres September 28, 2022). Rivas is simultaneously authoring a book, BROWN ENOUGH, that Row House Publishing is slated to release on October 11, 2022. He is a Ph.D. Candidate in Expressive Arts for Global Hea...
Nov 01, 2022•50 min•Season 4Ep. 3
As we slide into holiday season take this time to revisit your artistry and your career. How would you like to reinvent? How do we approach the transitional moments of growing in purpose and artistry? Let's get some wisdom from Skyh Black's episode and be curious how we show up for the next phase of LIFE. Show Links: PATREON : @thatoneaudition THE NEW TRIPLE THREAT : Level Up Your Acting Career CONSULTING : Get 1-on-1 advice for your acting career from Alyshia Ochse COACHING : Get personalized c...
Oct 26, 2022•5 min
Rising star, Skyh Black , knows what it’s like to experience full transformation as an artist. Starting out as a dancer to some of the biggest music names in the business, Skyh can now be seen lighting up the screen as Amp ‘Addiction’ Anthony in BET’s “All the Queen’s Men,” as well as roles in “Sistas,” “Stranger Next Door,” and more. Today, Skyh shares how he built a new career as an actor from the ground up and emphasizes how everyone is on their own unique journey as an artist. These are the ...
Oct 21, 2022•56 min•Season 4Ep. 2
Today, Alyshia and Anna LaMadrid share the space of Wednesday Wisdom with Guest Star member of The New Triple Threat, Alicia Urizar. Overcoming fears, being stuck and upleveling your craft by working with other actors is the focus of the chat. Hear the wisdom Alicia shares on how she was able to bring her career full center with a few tools and techniques that made her self-tapes part of the "selection" process and even bookable! Show Links: PATREON : @thatoneaudition THE NEW TRIPLE THREAT : Lev...
Oct 19, 2022•27 min
Leslie Bibb has worked with some of the biggest names in the business. Noted for her comedic flair, she can be seen in the newly released “God’s Favorite Idiot” and the upcoming TV series, Mrs. American Pie. In this episode, Leslie shares her journey as she touches on fear, intentions, and unapologetically asking for what you need. These are the unforgettable stories that landed Leslie Bibb right here. Show Links: PATREON : @thatoneaudition THE NEW TRIPLE THREAT : Level Up Your Acting Career INS...
Oct 18, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Season 4Ep. 1
Actress, author, and activist, Selenis Leyva believes that the desire to perform is something that you’re born with, a passion that lies within your genes. Born in the Bronx, it was clear from the start that Selenis had a thirst for learning the craft when at age 14, she asked to use the school auditorium to create a drama class for herself and a group of her fellow classmates. Today, she recalls a defining moment in her youth where she was told that her dream of pursuing education in the arts w...
Aug 30, 2022•1 hr 21 min
Today we sit down with actor Tom Pelphrey. What began as a sports injury, from a very short-lived high school football career, and a friend subsequently suggesting he try out for the school play, a perfect storm of influences and awakenings (and the power of encouragement) made Tom realize that he was good at something for the first time in his life—his natural aptitude on stage eventually launched him into a full and thriving career in theater, television, and film. Tom’s work continues to capt...
Aug 23, 2022•55 min
Co-star member of The New Triple Threat, Regina Melzer , has been in L.A. for 12 years. Over time, she’s come to embrace her learning style when it comes to training in her craft. After realizing that she wasn’t connecting with traditional acting techniques being taught in class, she found that the courses offered in The New Triple Threat membership allowed her to have full agency over her learning and growth as an actor. Today, she sits down with Alyshia and Anna and shares how she was able to ...
May 04, 2022•25 min
We can be our own worst critic when it comes to watching self-tape playback. Oftentimes, our ego zeros in on that one piece of hair out of place rather than watching for whether or not we’re supporting story. Join Anna and Alyshia as they explore a kinder approach to self-tape playback as they share how we can identify what’s working and what isn’t and how to course correct without condemning ourselves in the process. Show Links: JOIN US : FREE Virtual Pep Talk with CD Jennifer Cooper (April 26 ...
Apr 27, 2022•13 min
As much as we all want to grow in our craft, learning environments can stir up thoughts of comparison if we’re not nurturing our mental health. Rather than “compare and despair,” how can we shift our mindset towards excitement and curiosity? Instead of looking at fellow classmates and asking “why not me?” Alyshia and Anna share how to look at those succeeding around us in a constructive way that allows our talent to expand. Show Links: JOIN US : FREE Virtual Pep Talk with CD Jennifer Cooper (Apr...
Apr 20, 2022•12 min
While you may be longing for the return of in-person auditions, actors are winning more opportunities now than ever before with self-tapes as the new norm. Even so, it’s easy to get stressed out when it comes to managing the tech side of taping. Between light boxes, ring lights, lenses, and blue versus gray backdrops, let’s put the stress to rest and learn to embrace the tech! Show Links: OUR GEAR : View our tech recommendations JOIN US : FREE Virtual Pep Talk with CD Jennifer Cooper (April 26 @...
Apr 13, 2022•17 min
When actors create their own work, you’re simultaneously taking your career into your own hands while enjoying collaboration with friends and like-minded creatives. But how do we handle the business side of creating our own projects? In this episode, we’ll discuss agent and manager involvement, getting yourself paid, and the importance of incentivizing your teammates. Show Links: CLICK HERE to join the FREE pep talk with Jen Cooper ( April 27th, 2022 @ 12pm PST ) ENROLL NOW : Self-Tape May (Star...
Apr 06, 2022•12 min
This week, Alyshia is joined by Anna LaMadrid and the New Triple Threat Member, Eric Williams, as we dive into that ONE audition tale. Show Links: JOIN US : The New Triple Threat Membership ENROLL NOW: Self-Tape May (Starting May 4th, 2022) INSTAGRAM : @alyshiaochse INSTAGRAM : @thatoneaudition WEBSITE : AlyshiaOchse.com ITUNES : Subscribe to That One Audition on iTunes SPOTIFY : Subscribe to That One Audition on Spotify STITCHER : Subscribe to That One Audition on Stitcher...
Mar 23, 2022•19 min
This week, Alyshia offers a measurable intention for planting seeds towards a CAREER as a working actor. Many actors put the measurable success points on something we cannot control. Booking the job is not the win, but not the ONLY win. Today, we discuss the healthy mindset around setting an intention and allowing the seeds to be planted that will keep growing beyond just the "job". Show Links: JOIN US : The New Triple Threat Membership ENROLL NOW: Self-Tape May (Starting May 4th, 2022) INSTAGRA...
Mar 16, 2022•6 min
This week, Alyshia offers a few words of caution when navigating the world of independent filmmaking. In sharing her own firsthand experience, actors will learn what steps to take in the event that they are not paid by production. From navigating SAG claims, to understanding how it impacts health insurance plans, today’s wisdom centers around the importance of tracking your money. Show Links: JOIN US : The New Triple Threat Membership ENROLL NOW: Self-Tape May (Starting May 4th, 2022) INSTAGRAM ...
Mar 09, 2022•10 min
Getting back to the basics on this Wednesday Wisdom with Anna LaMadrid! Today, we highlight Imani Love and that ONE audition tale. Show Links: SELFTAPE MAY : Sign up for Selftape May! JOIN US : The New Triple Threat Membership INSTAGRAM : @alyshiaochse INSTAGRAM : @thatoneaudition WEBSITE : AlyshiaOchse.com ITUNES : Subscribe to That One Audition on iTunes SPOTIFY : Subscribe to That One Audition on Spotify STITCHER : Subscribe to That One Audition on Stitcher...
Mar 02, 2022•17 min
I can't quit you. A little Wednesday Wisdom on how motivation is overrated. Environment matters more! Set up your environment for easeful motivation. Show Links: JOIN US : The New Triple Threat Membership INSTAGRAM : @alyshiaochse INSTAGRAM : @thatoneaudition WEBSITE : AlyshiaOchse.com ITUNES : Subscribe to That One Audition on iTunes SPOTIFY : Subscribe to That One Audition on Spotify STITCHER : Subscribe to That One Audition on Stitcher...
Feb 23, 2022•9 min
Today’s guest is an actor, writer, director, and producer. She is none other than Sarah Wayne Callies, best known for portraying Lori Grimes on AMC’s record-breaking series The Walking Dead. Sarah’s made an unforgettable impression on audiences worldwide by bringing complex and powerful female characters to life on screen. Her appreciation for these dynamic roles began long before she was a series regular on multiple critically acclaimed shows (including Unspeakable, Colony, Prison Break, and he...
Jan 25, 2022•1 hr 1 min
What is to be expected for 2022 storytelling? David Rapaport (Casting Director: You, Gossip Girl, Riverdale, Batwoman, Superman and Lois...so much more) joins Alyshia with Anna LaMadrid as we ask all the questions on the hearts and minds of actors for 2022. Show Links: JOIN US : The New Triple Threat Membership INSTAGRAM : @alyshiaochse INSTAGRAM : @thatoneaudition WEBSITE : AlyshiaOchse.com ITUNES : Subscribe to That One Audition on iTunes SPOTIFY : Subscribe to That One Audition on Spotify STI...
Jan 19, 2022•1 hr 2 min
Yara Martinez was last seen on Fox's police drama pilot, DEPUTY, from David Ayer, Aquaman writer Will Beall, and eOne. She co-starred opposite Stephen Dorff as his wife, ‘Dr. Paula Reyes’. Martinez can currently be seen starring as ‘Miss Lint’ in Amazon’s highly reviewed reboot of the popular superhero franchise, THE TICK. Based on creator Ben Endlund's favorite comic, the series follows Arthur Everest, an obsessive ex-accountant who suspects his city is controlled by an evil supervillain. The p...
Jan 18, 2022•1 hr 15 min
Alyshia + Anna LaMadrid discuss a new practice and focus to help plant seeds for 2022. Show Links: JOIN THE COMMUNITY : The New Triple Threat INSTAGRAM : @alyshiaochse INSTAGRAM : @thatoneaudition WEBSITE : AlyshiaOchse.com ITUNES : Subscribe to That One Audition on iTunes SPOTIFY : Subscribe to That One Audition on Spotify STITCHER : Subscribe to That One Audition on Stitcher...
Jan 12, 2022•10 min
Mireille Enos has quickly risen to the top of a short list of sought after female actors. She is best known for her role as “Karin Lane” opposite Brad Pitt in the blockbuster hit WORLD WAR Z as well as her Golden Globe, Emmy and Critics Choice Award nominations as detective “Sarah Linden” on AMC’s THE KILLING. Enos can currently be seen in the first season of Amazon Studios adaptation of the action-thriller, HANNA, opposite THE KILLING co-star, Joel Kinnaman. The second season of the David Farr ...
Jan 11, 2022•1 hr 3 min
Alyshia + Anna LaMadrid discuss a new discipline practice to "go up the staircase" in 2022 with your creativity. Exclusive Offer for TOA Listeners: JOIN US (FREE EVENT): Click here to register for FREE to our LIVE Pep Talk chat with David Rapaport (YOU, Riverdale & more) on Tuesday, January 11th at 3:30PM PST Show Links: INSTAGRAM : @alyshiaochse INSTAGRAM : @thatoneaudition WEBSITE : AlyshiaOchse.com ITUNES : Subscribe to That One Audition on iTunes SPOTIFY : Subscribe to That One Audition ...
Jan 05, 2022•13 min
Today we chat with Paul Adelstein , from Private Practice, Prison Break, Scandal, and Girlfriend’s Guide to Divorce, as he lays out his 30 year career for us, sharing some of the most inspirational, motivational, and insightful stories, and how he’s managed to turn countless challenges into opportunities to win. Beginning in Chicago, he began his career as a member of John Cusack’s commedia-style theatre company. We talk about how the rigor of this group prepared him for anything, and as he shar...
Jan 04, 2022•1 hr 22 min
Brittany S. Hall is an actress best known for her work in HBO's Ballers in her portrayal of Amber, starring alongside Dwayne Johnson and John David Washington. She has been featured in many television and film projects, including Satisfaction, Being Mary Jane, Survivor's Remorse, Quarry, and Drumline: A New Beat. She will join Sanaa Lathan, Ernie Hudson, and Ricky Whittle in Haifaa Al-Mansour’s “Nappily Ever After,” a Netflix original romantic comedy. Brittany Hall takes us through her experienc...
Dec 21, 2021•1 hr 13 min
