loader from loading.io

MICHELLE HURD: See Yourself as #1 on the Call Sheet

That One Audition with Alyshia Ochse

Release Date: 12/02/2025

WILSON BETHEL: Act Like It’s Yours show art WILSON BETHEL: Act Like It’s Yours

That One Audition with Alyshia Ochse

Join us today for an incredible look at Wilson Bethel and one of the most fascinating “humble pie” journeys in Hollywood. From his early days as a competitive tennis player to performing spoken word poetry to land his first agent at just 19, Wilson’s path has been anything but traditional. You won’t want to miss his wild stories of career reckoning, including the time he was serving cocktail weenies at an executive screening for The O.C. just weeks after losing a lead role in the pilot. He also shares about his Captain America screen test before the role ultimately went to Chris Evans....

info_outline WEDNESDAY WISDOM: Trust Yourself show art WEDNESDAY WISDOM: Trust Yourself

That One Audition with Alyshia Ochse

In this episode, we explore two guests this week. Two completely different paths. One lesson that ran through both conversations — do you actually trust yourself? Inspired by Christina Chang's powerful question "do I trust me?" and Julee Cerda's story of running late to her first major TV audition and booking it anyway, this episode digs into the tension between following the breakdown and honoring your own instincts — and why your self tape is the ONE place where your interpretation gets to lead. Plus, why week three of Self Tape May is the perfect space to come test your instincts, gain...

info_outline JULEE CERDA: Balancing Motherhood and Broadway's Othello show art JULEE CERDA: Balancing Motherhood and Broadway's Othello

That One Audition with Alyshia Ochse

Today we’re diving into the incredible, globe-spanning journey of Julee Cerda, who traded the high-energy grind of New York City’s Broadway stages for a new life in London. From booking a major nine-episode arc on Blindspot after taping an audition in a camping cabin, to landing a coveted role in Othello alongside legends like Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal, she opens up about navigating a thriving career while raising a family. Julee also shares hilarious and high-stakes audition stories, including running late to her very first major TV audition… and still booking the job....

info_outline WEDNESDAY WISDOM: Active Listening show art WEDNESDAY WISDOM: Active Listening

That One Audition with Alyshia Ochse

Six words from Dylan Walsh stopped us cold this week — "Where I learned to listen is off camera." So what does that mean when it's just you, a few lights, and a reader on the phone? We break down why we spend four times as much time on the other person's lines, why slowing down in the world of Taylor Sheridan is your biggest power move, and how the muscle you build this week is the exact one you'll need for week four of Self Tape May. Go listen to Dylan's full episode first — then come right back here. 🎬 Subscribe now for insightful discussions, empowering interviews, and practical...

info_outline COLIN LAWRENCE: The Cinderella Shoe — Finding the Perfect Fit on Virgin River show art COLIN LAWRENCE: The Cinderella Shoe — Finding the Perfect Fit on Virgin River

That One Audition with Alyshia Ochse

Get ready for an inspiring deep dive into the 30-year journey of Colin Lawrence, the man behind the beloved character "Preacher" on Netflix’s global hit Virgin River. We explore the incredible hustle that took Colin from working in a Vancouver office supply store to carrying a "duffle bag of dreams" down to Los Angeles. Colin shares his first jobs in background work and day-player roles, where he built a reputation for dependability on iconic sets like The X-Files and Battlestar Galactica. You won't want to miss his candid stories about faking a British accent for The Killing or his...

info_outline WEDNESDAY WISDOM: Frame the Story, Own the Scene show art WEDNESDAY WISDOM: Frame the Story, Own the Scene

That One Audition with Alyshia Ochse

In this episode, we're diving into the art of compression — how to walk into any audition, hit record on any self tape, and tell a complete, committed story in the small window you're given. We're also pulling back the curtain on week one of Self Tape May: Action & Horror. Using a real horror audition scene — drunk on a balcony, running through a theater, gassed, tied up, and waking up face to face with a killer — we break down exactly how knowing your frame can do the majority of the storytelling work for you, seamlessly connecting your tech and craft into one powerful system. Plus,...

info_outline KAHYUN KIM: Auditioning Her Way Landed St. Denis Medical show art KAHYUN KIM: Auditioning Her Way Landed St. Denis Medical

That One Audition with Alyshia Ochse

Get ready for an incredible journey from Korea to Hollywood with actress Kahyun Kim, whose path to success is defined by grit and vision. From navigating Juilliard to overcoming visa hurdles and building a career in her second language, her story is one of resilience and determination. She shares the hilarious “happy accidents” that shaped her journey—including a desk-humping audition that landed her a dream role and the moment her father crashed a high-stakes Zoom callback. After watching FRIENDS religiously growing up, Kahyun would tell herself every time she passed the NBC sign,...

info_outline RICHIE MORIARTY: The Improv Hustle Behind His GHOSTS Breakout show art RICHIE MORIARTY: The Improv Hustle Behind His GHOSTS Breakout

That One Audition with Alyshia Ochse

Today we’re joined by the multi-talented Richie Moriarty, whose comedic journey began with impressions and the stages of UCB and continues today on the hit series Ghosts. From trolling Craigslist for photography gigs to support his early acting days to landing a surreal meeting in Lorne Michaels’ office after his digital sketches went viral, Richie’s story is one of relentless creativity and hustle. You will not want to miss his incredible account of how a four-time Emmy-winning sports teaser alongside the legendary John Malkovich directly led to his breakout role as Pete on the hit...

info_outline DYLAN WALSH: Preparing the Cottage on Heated Rivalry show art DYLAN WALSH: Preparing the Cottage on Heated Rivalry

That One Audition with Alyshia Ochse

Today we dive into the incredible 40-year journey of Dylan Walsh, a true veteran who embodies persistence in Hollywood. Dylan has worked with some of the industry’s biggest legends and has the stories to prove it. He shares how a chance encounter with a then-unknown Julia Roberts helped launch his career. You’ll hear jaw-dropping behind-the-scenes stories from film history, including his experience at the legendary table read for A Few Good Men with Jack Nicholson and Tom Cruise. He also shares the acting masterclass he received while playing opposite Paul Newman and James Earl Jones....

info_outline CHRISTINA CHANG: 'Mom of the Century' in Heated Rivalry show art CHRISTINA CHANG: 'Mom of the Century' in Heated Rivalry

That One Audition with Alyshia Ochse

In today’s episode, we dive deep into Christina Chang's artistic evolution—from the "mental gymnastics" of navigating a year-and-a-half between projects to the bold decision to turn down a lucrative travel hosting contract to stay true to her acting roots. You’ll hear the riveting behind-the-scenes story of how she won over Dick Wolf during a high-stakes "test" after a disastrous first take, and how she navigated playing the "mom of the century" in the global sensation Heated Rivalry. Whether you know her from her seven-season run as Dr. Audrey Lim on The Good Doctor or are curious what...

info_outline
 
More Episodes

Get ready for an electrifying deep dive with Michelle Hurd, an actress, activist, and industry powerhouse whose career has spanned Shakespeare, sitcoms, sci-fi universes, and everything in between. Born into a legendary artistic lineage and raised to treat acting as both a sacred craft and a true business, Michelle opens up about the relentless training and unwavering discipline that have fueled her ability to work only as an actor since college. She reveals the strategy that won her the fiercely complex role of Raffi on Star Trek: Picard in just two takes. Michelle also pulls back the curtain on her crucial work within SAG-AFTRA, sharing why boundaries matter, why actors should never be asked to tape themselves unclothed, and how she’s fighting to make sets safer for everyone. With recent projects alongside Jennifer Lopez and Brett Goldstein and several new films on the way, Michelle Hurd is as unstoppable as ever.

These are the unforgettable stories that landed Michelle Hurd right here.

Credits:

  • Star Trek: Picard
  • Ash vs Evil Dead
  • Anyone But You
  • You
  • Blindspot
  • Law & Order: SVU
  • Office Romance
  • The Glades
  • Hawaii: Five-0
  • Younger
  • Daredevil
  • Jessica Jones
  • How to Get Away with Murder
  • 90210
  • Where The Wind Blows

Guest Links:

Connect with That One Audition:

Subscribe today and be part of a community that celebrates resilience and passion in the world of acting! 🎙️ #ActorsResilience #RecoveryMindset #ThatOneAudition #PodcastJourney

CREDITS:

  • Host/Producer: Alyshia Ochse
  • WRITER: Alyshia Ochse
  • WE BSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings
  • SOCIAL: Alara Cerikcioglu