#193 Breaking Mental Blocks and Booking Bigger Roles with Danya Douglas Hunt
Release Date: 06/11/2025
#197 From Open Mic Dabbler To Booked and Paid Pro
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#196 The One Demo That Changes Everything (But Most Actors Don’t Have)
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#195 The Lead Role That Will Outlive You
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This one’s different. It’s not about audition technique. It’s about you. Your real life. The role you're already playing and the one you'll be remembered for. After attending a celebration of life for a family friend, I reflect on a truth too many actors learn too late: 💥 “There’s no callback that can replace a moment that matters with the people you love.” If you're chasing every gig and saying yes out of fear… If you’re burning out while trying to “make it”… If you feel guilty for choosing rest, or family, or joy... This episode is your wake-up call. Your permission...
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#194 Drop Your Armour and Act from Humanity with Kody Poisson
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🎧 TL;DL: Your most powerful auditions don’t come from perfection—they come from presence. In this episode, I chat with actor, poet, filmmaker, and self-described “soldier of the arts” Kody Poisson for a deep dive into what it really takes to drop the armor and deliver an unforgettable performance. From growing up in the mountains of Germany to training in the UK, from crashing and burning in auditions to getting a single life-changing redirect, Kody shares what it takes to go from rigid performance to intuitive artistry. Whether you’re overthinking your self-tapes, stuck in your...
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#193 Breaking Mental Blocks and Booking Bigger Roles with Danya Douglas Hunt
Inside The Audition
TL;DR: Get ready for the most transformative coaching session you’ll ever hear. In this episode, I sit down with Danya Douglas Hunt, a former Olympic therapist turned mindset master, to crack open the beliefs and inner blocks that keep you playing small. This isn’t about working harder—it’s about showing up with unshakeable confidence, booking the roles you’re meant for, and finally stepping into your power. Key Takeaways You’ll Love: 🎯 Olympic-level performance secrets for the audition room 🎯 Why your biggest breakthroughs won’t come from another acting class 🎯...
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#191 How to Stand Out in Every Audition with Hools Kay Wyder
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What happens when you stop shrinking yourself to fit the mold—and start auditioning like you? In this powerful and inspiring episode, I sit down with Hools Kay Wyder, a proudly queer, asexual, non-binary, and neurodivergent actor, coach, and creative force. From their early days in musical theatre to carving out space in the world of film, Hools shares what it really takes to stand out in the audition room—without compromising who they are. If you’ve ever felt like you don’t quite “fit” in this industry, this episode is your permission slip to stop apologizing and start showing up...
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#190 The Audition I Bombed… and Why It Was the Best Thing That Ever Happened with Sahil Zirvi
Inside The Audition
What happens when you show up to your first big audition... and completely bomb? In this episode, I'm joined by actor, model, and new Actors Audition Club coach Sahil Zirvi, who shares the painful (and powerful) story of the audition that could have broken him... and why it turned out to be the wake-up call that changed everything. We talk about: The one mistake that ruined Sahil's shot at a major role — and why he never made it again The harsh reality of being judged by casting in your first 30 seconds (or less) What makes a "professional" audition — and why most actors still...
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#189 Why Most Actors Blow Their Auditions (And How to Fix It) with Alex Fiallos
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#188 How to Turn Your Monologues into Money
Inside The Audition
Get ready to learn the secrets to nailing every audition and getting those big roles you dream about. This episode will help you change your acting journey with easy tips and smart ideas. Here's a little look at what we talk about: Stand Out in Auditions: Find out the simple tricks that will help you stand out and make casting directors remember you. Earning Money Steadily: Discover how to use online products to stop being a "starving artist" and build a career that lasts. "Audition Hero 2025" Contest: Learn how you can join this fun contest that celebrates how actors like you grow and...
info_outlineTL;DR: Get ready for the most transformative coaching session you’ll ever hear.
In this episode, I sit down with Danya Douglas Hunt, a former Olympic therapist turned mindset master, to crack open the beliefs and inner blocks that keep you playing small.
This isn’t about working harder—it’s about showing up with unshakeable confidence, booking the roles you’re meant for, and finally stepping into your power.
Key Takeaways You’ll Love:
🎯 Olympic-level performance secrets for the audition room
🎯 Why your biggest breakthroughs won’t come from another acting class
🎯 How to flip the script on self-doubt and finally own your spotlight
🎯 The real reason fear of visibility is killing your bookings (and how to shift it)
🎯 A simple 3-step tool to reframe rejection—so it never rattles you again
🎯 The difference between employee and entrepreneur mindset—and why it matters for actors
🎯 How to train your nervous system to handle bigger roles and bigger paychecks
🎯 The “future memory” trick to become the lead actor you want to be
Big Questions We Answer (That’ll Make You Hit Play Fast!):
🎬 What’s the hidden reason talented actors still bomb big auditions?
🎬 How can a knee injury recovery plan reveal the secret to unstoppable acting success?
🎬 What’s the one shift you can make to finally stop playing small in your career?
🎬 And… what’s next for Danya—and how can it help you play bigger too?
🎧 Tune in now to see how you can harness your mindset to land bigger roles—and a bigger life.
Connect with Danya:
Listen to the Play Bigger with Danya Podcast
Take Danya's Money Frequency Quiz
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