What does it really take to make it as an actor in Hollywood?

In this episode, I sit down with the incredibly talented Freya Adams, best known for her lead role in Advantageous and with credits on New Amsterdam, The Blacklist, and countless commercials.

Freya opens up about her path to building a career in Hollywood and the lessons she’s learned along the way.

Listen as we talk about:

• How Freya transitioned from playwriting to acting.
• Why treating auditions as a “numbers game” helped her break into the industry.
• The importance of building authentic relationships with casting directors, crew, and showrunners.
• How creating her own pilot reshaped her career and perspective on the business.
• Freya’s strategies for staying motivated, handling rejection, and keeping her craft sharp.

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Did you know your thoughts could be the very thing holding back your American accent?
In this episode, we’ll explore how mindset directly influences the way you sound and why shifting your inner dialogue could unlock a more authentic performance. If you’ve ever felt “stuck” with your accent, this one’s going to change the way you think.

Listen as I talk about:

• Why mindset plays such a big role in accent training
• The hidden thoughts and beliefs that might be sabotaging your progress
• The two phases of accent mastery
• How to reframe busyness and excuses so they don’t hold you back
• A simple journaling practice to uncover what’s really preventing you from sounding authentic

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Ever wondered how some actors nail a believable American accent? Hugh Laurie’s House audition is a perfect example.

In this episode, we go behind the scenes to analyze Hugh Laurie’s audition for the hit TV series House.

You’ll hear insights into what makes an American accent authentic on screen and you might just have a break through on your own American accent as you listen to this accent review.

Listen as I talk about:

• What stood out in Hugh Laurie’s American accent and delivery
• How character voice and accent need to align for authenticity
• Subtle areas where his British accent is noticeable in the audition
• How confidence and style can sometimes outweigh technical perfection

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You might think your accent is good enough to audition for U.S. roles but is your accent set-ready for U.S. roles?

In this episode, I walk you through a self-assessment to find out whether your American accent is really ready for U.S. auditions.

By the end, you’ll know how authentic your American accent is and what you need to do before your next U.S. audition.

Listen as I talk about:

• The 21 questions to test if your accent is truly authentic
• Why most actors aren’t as ready as they think for high-stakes auditions
• When to fix your accent so you can audition with confidence

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.

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A Zoom callback can be one of the most nerve-wracking experiences for any actor, especially with the added pressure of performing with an American accent.

In this episode, I break down the do’s, the don’ts, and how to set yourself up for success so you can perform at your very best and book the role.

Listen as I talk about:

• The essential tech prep every actor must do before a Zoom callback
• What to do (and NOT do) while waiting in the breakout room
• How to manage nerves and stay grounded before you perform
• The right way to handle direction and work with the reader
• Why your American accent must be “set-ready” before the callback begins

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Are you showing up authentically or are you prone to hiding?

In this episode, I explore the hidden connection between authenticity in your life and how believable your American accent sounds on screen and on stage.

If you’ve ever felt like your accent comes across as forced and unnatural then this episode will open your eyes to why that happens and what to do about it.

Listen as I talk about:

• The difference between authentic vs. inauthentic
• How fear, people-pleasing, and perfectionism show up in your accent
• Why your daily life habits mirror how you perform with an accent
• Practical steps to uncover more authenticity in both your craft and your voice
• A simple exercise to bring presence and truth into your American accent practice

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Think A-list actors never slip up in their American accent? Think again.

In this episode, I break down Nicole Kidman’s accent in Big Little Lies and reveal what I hear when I assess an accent in performance.

Listen as I talk about:

• What Nicole Kidman gets right in her American accent
• Where the accent drops out and why
• The subtle shifts I listen for when analysing accent performance
• Why perfection isn’t the goal

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Think your U.S. reel is helping you get U.S. auditions?

Think again. because it might actually be hurting your chances of getting U.S. auditions and even booking U.S. roles.

In this episode, I’m breaking down the most common mistakes actors make with their U.S. reels and how to fix them.

Listen as I talk about:

• Why your accent must be set-ready before filming your reel
• The biggest mistake actors make when filming
• How tension is going to effect your American accent performance
• Why casting directors won’t overlook a “pretty good” accent

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