This month we are delighted to welcome the wonderful Ramani Leah to our Modern Class of Casting Visionaries! A California native who grew up in San Diego, Ramani found her way into casting while attending film school…and the rest, as they say, is history. Known for her standout work on the long-running series Criminal Minds and the Netflix hit My Life with the Walter Boys, Ramani brings both a sharp creative instinct and a deeply grounded perspective to everything she touches. Jessica had the pl...
Jun 25, 2025•57 min
Grab your favorite cocktail and come celebrate with us as we celebrate 100 episodes of TIPSY CASTING!!! We can’t believe we’ve hit this massive milestone in our podcasting careers so join us as we take a look back and relive some of our favorite moments. From our favorite casting story to the most challenging episode we’ve had we have had the best time remember all our guests and what we’ve learned about the industry and ourselves! Thank you to everyone new and old who have listened along the jo...
Jun 18, 2025•1 hr 7 min
In this episode of Tipsy Casting , Emmy-winning actor, writer, and producer Tony Hale joins the show for a thoughtful and entertaining conversation about the many chapters of his career. Tony reflects on his early days in the industry, starting out in the commercial world before landing his breakout role as Buster Bluth on Arrested Development . He shares candid insights about the significant gap between Arrested and Veep , and how he learned to find structure and purpose during periods of profe...
Jun 11, 2025•52 min
June is here and we can't believe it! Time is flying by but we take the time this week to catch up on the amazing turnout that had last month at Inkwell Tavern. Jessica recaps her experience having over 100 people show up to hang out for happy hour with Tipsy Casting. Make sure to follow us on Instagram to see all the photos and excitement that happend! Everyone who came to see Jessica had the opportunity to leave question, comment or cocktail recipes so we dive into all things the listeners wan...
Jun 04, 2025•52 min
This month we welcome the wonderful Sien Josephine Teijssen to our Modern Class of Casting Visionaries segment! Sien is a casting director based in Antwerp, Belgium. Originally trained in law, she discovered her passion for casting in 2011 and has been immersed in the job ever since. In 2015, she founded Sien Josephine Casting, quickly establishing herself as a trusted voice in the industry. Known for her sharp eye and instinctive approach, she works closely with directors and producers to shape...
May 28, 2025•53 min
On today's episode we dive in with the wonderful and talented actor, Jessalyn Wanlim! Jessalyn is originally from Canada but moved to the states to study dance at Julliard. She left school early to pursue her love of acting in NYC where she took a unique route to land the recurring role of Rachael television series All My Children. After her time in NY she made the move to LA where she played Evie Cho on the acclaimed series Orphan Black, and then went onto star in Workin’ Moms as Jenny Matthews...
May 21, 2025•58 min
We’re thrilled to welcome back producer Patrick Caligiuri for a dynamic round two. In this episode, we dive deep into the state of the industry and explore how nostalgia, escapism, and indie spirit are shaping the next era of filmmaking. From Hollywood tariffs and evolving tax incentives to post-strike ripples and salary restructuring, Patrick opens up about the realities producers face and why now might be the perfect time to greenlight yourself . Why audiences are craving familiarity and emoti...
May 14, 2025•57 min•Season 3Ep. 17
The sun is finally shining in both LA and London, and we’re celebrating with a laid-back, fun-filled episode of Tipsy Casting ! We answer your burning IG questions, Jenn shares her favorite bar discoveries in London, and Jessica drops a juicy teaser about an upcoming casting announcement. Plus, we chat visas and immigration (London edition), and plug the Happy Hour Jessica is hosting at Inkwell Tavern. Grab a drink and join us—it’s a good one! Resources: Tipsy Casting Happy-Hour Save the Date To...
May 07, 2025•1 hr 2 min
This week on Tipsy Casting , Jenn breaks down her experience producing her first short film with her friend and producing partner, Aletha. She talks all about how things get going and problem solving along the way as well as some of the more tedious and ridiculous things she encountered. Will she produce again?? Jess talks about some of her experiences with difficult on set projects and a particularly difficult actress. She also dives into motivation issues as well as upcoming events for her A C...
Apr 25, 2025•59 min
In this episode of Tipsy Casting , Jess and Jenn sit down with couple curators and professional matchmakers Lauren Rosenberg and Jaydi Samuels Kuba — the dynamic duo behind LJMatchmaking and affectionately known as the “Love Agents of Hollywood.” Tune in to hear how Lauren and Jaydi each got their start in the entertainment industry, what inspired them to team up and turn their matchmaking talents into a thriving business, and how they combine showbiz instincts with heart-led strategy to help si...
Apr 16, 2025•1 hr 13 min•Season 3Ep. 15
Today we have a wonderful guest whose career spans the gamut of amazing theatre, television and film. Joe first started in the industry doing an apprenticeship and worked his first professional job at the Williamstown Theatre Festival. In 2015, he made his Broadway debut as Bait Boy in Airline Highway. That same year, he played Earl Hunterson in the American Repertory Theater production of Waitress. Two years later, Tippett played the leading man in the Off-Broadway production of All the Fine Bo...
Apr 09, 2025•1 hr 3 min
This week on Tipsy Casting , Jess and Jenn dive into the latest industry buzz, from Rob Lowe’s viral clip to Governor Gavin Newsom’s podcast and California’s push to keep productions in LA. They break down the impact of the Stay in LA campaign and the record-breaking 51 films granted incentives. Plus, Jess reflects on her 20-year high school reunion, and then they dive into answering questions from their IG Q&A. With a dash of producing talk and the value of embracing new perspectives, this ...
Apr 02, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Season 3Ep. 13
Grab a drink and join us this week for our newest installment of the Modern Class of Casting Visionaries with the amazing Casting Director, Finnian Tweed! Finnian Tweed is a Casting Director specialising in film and TV with 14 years of industry experience. In 2020 he set up Finnian Tweed Casting. Finnian has extensive experience working on American & UK/EU based projects. Recent credits include the action film DEN OF THIEVES 2: PANTERA starring Gerard Butler (released in January 2025), the l...
Mar 27, 2025•55 min
Producer Whitney Davis joins the conversation to share insights into her career journey and the evolving landscape of Hollywood. As Vice President of Development & Production at Anthony Hemingway Productions, Davis discusses her work on projects like MIKE (Hulu), True Lies (CBS), and the L.A. Law pilot (ABC), as well as her role in identifying compelling IP and fostering new creative talent. The discussion also explores Davis’s early career at CBS News and her time as Director of Entertainme...
Mar 19, 2025•50 min•Season 3Ep. 11
Today we have an absolutely killer guest—pun fully intended, given his impressive track record in horror and beyond. You’ve seen him in Smile, Jennifer’s Body, A Nightmare on Elm Street, and Scream—but Kyle Gallner is so much more than a horror genre staple. He’s a true chameleon, seamlessly moving between indie darlings, blockbuster hits, and some of the most compelling performances on screen. Whether he’s playing the brooding outsider, the best friend you wish you had, or a character who keeps...
Mar 12, 2025•56 min
This week on Tipsy Casting , we break down The Pitt’s unique salary structure—what sets it apart, how it affects talent, and its potential impact on the industry. We also answer all the questions submitted via Instagram , covering everything from casting insights to behind-the-scenes industry secrets. Plus, we’re joined by one of our listeners, Esther Jolee , who won our holiday giveaway last year to be our special guest. She shares her journey, her current place in the industry and asks us her ...
Mar 05, 2025•1 hr 8 min
Join us this week for our latest installment of the Modern Class of Casting Visionaries with the fabulous Casting Director, Neely Eisenstein! Over the past 10 years, Neely has cast nearly 30 films including the coming-of-age movie, SNACK SHACK written and directed by Adam Rehmeier, rom-com PLUS ONE starting Jack Quaid and Maya Erskine, and the Sundance favorite, EXTREMELY WICKED, SHOCKINGLY EVIL AND VILE starring Zac Efron. In this episode we dive in with Neely discussing... -Her unconventional ...
Feb 26, 2025•59 min
Today, Jess & Jenn sit down with the brilliant and versatile Kai Wu, a writer and producer whose storytelling has shaped some of the most captivating genre series on television. From Hannibal to The Flash , Carnival Row , Paper Girls , and American Born Chinese , Kai has built a career bringing rich, character-driven worlds to life. She also created The Ghost Bride for Netflix and recently earned a WGA Award nomination for her work as a Co-Executive Producer on A Murder at the End of the Wor...
Feb 19, 2025•57 min•Season 3Ep. 7
LAMORNE MORRIS is an Emmy inning actor best known for playing the hilarious role of Winston Bishop in the sitcom New Girl on Fox. Just this past year he joined the next level of actors when he won his Emmy for playing the role of “Witt” on the most recent season of Fargo. His other credits include SATURDAY NIGHT, WOKE (Hulu), CALL ME KAT, VALLEY OF THE BOOM (National Geographic), GAME NIGHT, JUMANJI: THE NEXT LEVEL. Along with his films and television credits, he hosts not one but TWO podcasts. ...
Feb 13, 2025•1 hr 3 min
Jess and Jenn take the pulse of the industry and unpack the current landscape post-strikes, post-wildfires, and mid-Hollywood hustle. Then, they dive headfirst into the pop culture drama everyone’s talking about—yes, we mean that Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni situation. Plus, they take another run at your burning Instagram Q&A submissions—because you asked, and they are answering! Grab a drink and join us for another unfiltered, behind-the-scenes conversation. Cheers! 🍸🎭 ────────────────...
Feb 05, 2025•56 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Join us as our popular series of highlighting the Modern Class of Casting Visionaries returns with the amazing UK Casting Director, Olivia Grant! Olivia’s recent co-casting credits alongside Lucy Bevan include ‘Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy’, ‘Joy’, ‘Here’, ‘Lee’, ‘Masters of the Air’ and ‘What’s Love Got To Do With it?’. Her associate credits include ’The Batman’, ‘Barbie’ & ’The Dig’. Olivia worked as a Cast PA prior to working with Lucy Bevan from 2016-August 2024. Her first solo ventu...
Jan 29, 2025•51 min
In this insightful episode, Janelle Ault, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and actor, shares her expertise on emotional well-being in the wake of trauma and in the entertainment industry. She begins by discussing how processing traumatic events, like wildfires, differs for everyone, emphasizing that emotional responses are non-linear and should be validated without judgment. Janelle also touches on the concept of primary attachment shock—the deep emotional impact of losing a sense...
Jan 22, 2025•59 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Jessica and Jenn send all their love and prayers out to everyone Los Angeles affected by the fires this week. Resources to help out those impacted are listed below. This week we welcome back the wonderful, Joe Towne! Joe is a Los Angeles based performer, award-winning writer, director, and teacher. As the CEO and Co-Founder of The Performer's Mindset, Joe works with performers to elevate their craft, with corporate professionals to bring Mindset practices into the workplace, and with creatives o...
Jan 15, 2025•1 hr 5 min
Welcome back to Tipsy Casting ! In our first show of the year, Jess and Jenn kick off Season 3 with a heartfelt and insightful chat. We’re diving into all the holiday happenings, sharing highlights from our recent international travels, and reflecting on how those experiences have shaped our outlook. As we step into a brand-new year, we open up about our aspirations, how we’re navigating uncertainty, and the best ways to channel energy toward growth and creativity. Whether you're setting intenti...
Jan 08, 2025•43 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Jess and Jenn cover the gamut, answering questions from listeners, sharing anecdotes and how important it is for actors to know what kind of reputations their reps have and so much more! As well as teasing some exciting things to come for their season 3! We just want to say thank you so much for your continued support, we DO NOT take it for granted and we hope we get to continue to grow with you! Be sure to share, like and subscribe to the show! Wishing you all the happiest of holidays! Love, Je...
Nov 27, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 2Ep. 77
Join us for another fantastic episode featuring the wonderful Casting Director, Sunny Boling Kennedy! Before we get into our interview with Sunny we go over our 12 Days of Giveaway details along with a reminder to mark your calendars for our 2nd Annual London meetup on December 7th! Sunday Boling Kennedy is an award-winning casting director and partner at Morman Boling Casting. She began her career at 20th Century Fox as an assistant to Christian Kaplan, working on big budget studio features, we...
Nov 20, 2024•1 hr
Patrick Caligiuri is an accomplished, award-winning unscripted television producer with over 20 years of experience in developing and delivering compelling content. Recognized for his hands-on leadership, Patrick expertly combines creative vision with operational expertise to ensure seamless execution at every stage of production. Most recently, he served as Co-Executive Producer for Fight to Survive on Roku and The Quest on Disney+. Throughout his career, Patrick has played a pivotal role in pr...
Nov 13, 2024•1 hr 14 min
Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead, known as Moorhead & Benson, are the co-directing team behind the 2018 sci-fi cult hit THE ENDLESS, the horror-romance SPRING, SYNCHRONIC starring Anthony Mackie and Jamie Dornan, the 2012 Tribeca Film Festival sleeper success RESOLUTION, as well as Marvel's LOKI Season 2 and the upcoming DAREDEVIL: BORN AGAIN. Their critically acclaimed fifth feature film SOMETHING IN THE DIRT premiered at Sundance Film Festival and was released theatrically in the USA in No...
Nov 06, 2024•49 min
Join us for another fantastic episode featuring the wonderful Casting Director, Bess Fifer! Before we get into our interview with Bess we dive into our winter schedule and all the fun events and giveaways we are doing this winter season. So make sure to mark your calendars with all the important dates! Bess is a highly acclaimed casting director whose work on Apple+’s SEVERANCE earned her an Emmy nomination and solidified her reputation as a leader in the industry. Known for her dedication to au...
Oct 31, 2024•44 min
LUKE TENNIE was recently nominated for an Independent Spirit Award (2024) for his work starring in the critically acclaimed and hit Apple+ series SHRINKING from creators Bill Lawrence and Brett Goldstein. The series received its 3rd season pickup the day after its first two episodes dropped. Later this Fall, he will be seen as one of the leads in the Amazon/MGM feature THE NICKEL BOYS based on the Pulitzer Prize winning novel of the same name. Luke can currently be seen on the docu-style series ...
Oct 23, 2024•58 min
