That One Audition with Alyshia Ochse

For seven seasons Patrick J. Adams has charmed audiences worldwide, as Mike Ross in USA's hit drama, "Suits," a role which garnered him a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination in the category of Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Drama Series. Adams took on the role of Major John Glenn in the Nat Geo/Disney + original series, "The Right Stuff."
With Zoe Saldana & Jason Isaacs, Adams starred in the 2014 television miniseries "Rosemary's Baby" directed by Agnieska Holland. Additional television credits include Michael Mann and David Milch's acclaimed series "Luck" opposite Dustin Hoffman and Michael Gambon, season two of the hit series "Orphan Black" opposite Tatiana Maslany, "Lost," "Friday Night Lights," "Pretty Little Liars," "N.C.I.S.," "Lie To Me" and "Flash Forward." Additionally, Adams starred in indie films such as, "The Waterhole," 2009 Slamdance entry "Weather Girl," "6 Month Rule" directed by Blayne Weaver and "Car Dogs" opposite Academy Award winning actress Octavia Spencer.
He is a member of the Ojai Playwrights Conference, starring in new works by established and developing playwrights.
Credits:
Suits
Plan B
The Swearing Jar
A League of Their Own
Sneaky Pete
The Right Stuff
Rosemary's Baby
Luck
Pretty Little Liars
Flashforward
Friday Night Lights
Old School
Guest Links:
IMDB: Patrick Adams, actor
Instagram: @halfadams
Kim Gillingham Creative Dream Work: creativedreamwork.com
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SELF TAPE SORTED WORKSHOP: LONDON - June 20th (in person)
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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
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EPISODE CREDITS:
HOST/PRODUCER: Alyshia Ochse
WRITER: Maddie McCormick
WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings
SOCIAL: Alara Cerikcioglu

Today, we're diving into the incredible journey of Abubakar Salim, an actor who at just 16, gave himself a life-altering ultimatum: break into the National Youth Theatre or join the Army. From that high-stakes beginning, Abubakar has navigated the industry by constantly chasing the raw, unpolished instinct of his younger self. He shares how this philosophy carried him through a grueling nine-round audition process for Ridley Scott's Raised by Wolves and eventually into the world of House of the Dragon. We explore how he transitioned from a "performer for hire" to a visionary storyteller by founding Surgent Studios, where he now creates video games like Tales of Kenzera: ZAU to process deeply personal themes of grief and loss. Get ready for an inspiring conversation about the power of "just being," the importance of kindness in a brutal industry, and why the most successful auditions are often the ones where you stop trying to have a plan and start seeking discovery.
These are the unforgettable stories that landed Abubakar Salim right here.
Credits:
House of the Dragon
First Day on Earth
Assassin's Creed: Origins
Raised by Wolves
Napoleon
Black Mirror
PH-1
Informer
Jamestown
24: Live Another Day
Guest Links:
IMDB: Abubakar Salim, actor, producer, director
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SELF TAPE SORTED WORKSHOP: LONDON - June 20th (in person)
SELF-TAPE MAY CLASS: STM REPLAY
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THE PRACTICE TRACK: Membership to Practice Weekly
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
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EPISODE CREDITS:
HOST/PRODUCER: Alyshia Ochse
WRITER: Maddie McCormick
WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings
SOCIAL: Alara Cerikcioglu

Today we're diving into the incredible journey of Johnny Coyne, an actor who traveled from the rugged mountains of Cyprus to the legendary sets of the Star Wars universe. Known for his "great face" and iconic turns as authoritarian villains in The Blacklist, Preacher, and Alcatraz, Johnny pulls back the curtain on the "panic" and imposter syndrome that still fuel his craft today. We explore how a RADA-trained talent who once packed shelves at Toys "R" Us transitioned from "unconsciously unskilled" to landing direct offers from Jon Favreau and sharing the screen with legends like Denzel Washington and Viola Davis. Whether he's a mysterious warden or finding the vulnerable lost boy inside a master villain, Johnny's story is a raw, hilarious, and inspiring masterclass in resilience and the power of simply keeping the motor going.
These are the unforgettable stories that landed Jonny Coyne right here.
Credits:
Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom
Alcatraz
The Blacklist
For All Mankind
The Hangover Part III
Gangster Squad
Nightcrawler
The Family Plan
MOM
Preacher
The Toxic Avenger
Guest Links:
IMDB: Jonny Coyne, Actor
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SELF TAPE SORTED WORKSHOP: LONDON - June 20th (in person)
SELF-TAPE MAY CLASS: STM REPLAY
THE BRIDGE FOR ACTORS: Become a WORKING ACTOR (50% off special)
THE PRACTICE TRACK: Membership to Practice Weekly
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
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EPISODE CREDITS:
HOST/PRODUCER: Alyshia Ochse
WRITER: Maddie McCormick
WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings
SOCIAL: Alara Cerikcioglu

Dan Perrault was sharing a bedroom with four other guys in Los Angeles when he decided to stop waiting for the industry to hand him an invitation — and start writing his own. This week, inspired by the co-creator of American Vandal and Peabody Award winner, we're breaking down why creating your own content is no longer a backup plan — it's THE plan. We talk about what Dan's YouTube-to-Netflix pipeline really teaches us about getting yourself on camera without permission, why original content stops you from projecting what they want and starts showing them exactly who you are, and the one-page challenge that could start opening doors you've been waiting on for years. Stop waiting for the invitation. Write your own.
Subscribe now for insightful discussions, empowering interviews, and practical advice to enhance your career longevity and satisfaction.
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CREDITS:
Host/Producer: Alyshia Ochse
WRITER: Alyshia Ochse
WE BSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings
SOCIAL: Alara Cerikcioglu

How do you go from sharing a cramped Los Angeles bedroom with four other guys to landing a full series order from Netflix off a single pitch? In today's episode, we sit down with Dan Perrault, the visionary co-creator of the hit mockumentary American Vandal and the series Players, to explore his incredible journey from producing viral YouTube sketches to becoming a major showrunner and actor. Dan pulls back the curtain on the "streaming gold rush" that launched his career, the high-stakes crunch to flesh out a season-long arc in just two weeks, and his fascinating experiences acting opposite Hollywood icons like Jamie Foxx and Mark Ruffalo. From mastering the technical art of self-taping to why a failed pilot script is actually a powerful tool for growth, Dan offers a candid and inspiring look at how to write your own path in an industry that rarely hands out invitations. Tune in to discover how a DIY spirit and a parody about high school graffiti turned into a global phenomenon.
These are unforgettable stories that landed Dan Perrault right here.
Credits:
American Vandal
Jury Duty: Company Retreat
The Residence
Players
Strays
Guest Links:
IMDB: Dan Perrault, Writer, Producer, Actor
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For exclusive content surrounding this and all podcast episodes, sign up for our amazing newsletter at AlyshiaOchse.com. And don't forget to snap and post a photo while listening to the show and tag me: @alyshiaochse & @thatoneaudition
SELF-TAPE MAY CLASS: Starting May 7th - FREE What's My Frame
THE BRIDGE FOR ACTORS: Become a WORKING ACTOR (50% off special)
THE PRACTICE TRACK: Membership to Practice Weekly
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 Audition on iTunes
SPOTIFY: Subscribe to That One Audition on Spotify
STITCHER: Subscribe to That One Audition on Stitcher
EPISODE CREDITS:
HOST/PRODUCER: Alyshia Ochse
WRITER: Maddie McCormick
WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings
SOCIAL: Alara Cerikcioglu