On today's episode, Tony chats with Actress, Writer, and Producer Lauren Swickard about the difficulties of typecasting, the nature of Social Media, and creating our own content in today's industry. 

Actress, writer and producer Lauren Swickard has written and sold multiple original screenplays throughout her short but impressive professional career. Most recently, she created, wrote, produced and starred in A California Christmas, one of a small handful of feature films to start and complete production in the midst of the pandemic. The film is in post-production and is slotted for broad release in December, 2020 as a Netflix Original.

Lauren's most recent endeavor is lead writer and producer for Casa Grande - an episodic series she created that is scheduled for distribution in January, 2021. The narrative explores the dramatic truths of our country's allure to immigrants and illustrates what mankind will endure in pursuit of the American dream.

A Cincinnati native, Lauren excelled in the arts at a young age. Her artistic talent stems from her early years in musical theatre, pre-professional ballet, and studies at The E.W. Scripps School of Journalism at Ohio University. Lauren also attended the prestigious School of American Ballet and she has performed on the professional stage with the Cincinnati Ballet Company.

Lauren pulls from more than seven years and 40+ credits of screen acting experience, performing roles on feature films, award winning short films, and television series in drama and comedy. She began her professional acting career in high school with a small role on the TV Movie, "Shelter," working with JJ Abrams. Now represented by Powerline Entertainment, she can be seen in Netflix's "Dear White People," "Roped" and countless projects currently airing on the Lifetime Movie Network, the Syfy channel, and Amazon Prime.

Anthony Interviews Lauren Swickard

On today’s episode we have actor Daryl McCormack starring in "Good Luck to You Leo Grand" alongside Emma Thompson which had great success in the 2022 Sundance Film Festival. They talk about the importance of kindness and relationships within the industry, allowing yourself to step into big opportunities, and finding a piece of yourself in every role. Keep an eye out for "Good Luck To You Leo Grand" on Hulu as well as catching him in "Peaky Blinders" on Netflix.

Anthony Interviews Daryl McCormack

On Today’s episode we have actor Jon Prasida, starring in “Kung Fu”. They talk about what it’s like working on a professional set, the audition mindset, and life after a breakthrough. Check out Jon in Kung Fu on The CW, and stream both seasons on CW TV.

Anthony Interviews Jon Prasida

On today's episode, Tony chats with actress Andrea Bordeaux, about trusting you're on the right path, having the courage to step into the unknown, and how important empathy is as an actor.

Anthony Interviews Andrea Bordeaux

On today's episode, Tony has insightful conversations about the human condition with artist, storyteller, strategist, and cancer survivor Taryn Southern. They talk about moving forward in your journey and the importance of presence and mindfulness to overcome your fears.

Anthony Interviews Taryn Southern

This week Tony chats with casting director Terri Taylor. Terri is the Head of Casting at Blum House and shares with Tony her casting experience. They talk about misconceptions, noting casting directors are rooting for everyone who walks through the door, the dos and don'ts of auditioning, and making it in this business.

Anthony Interviews Terri Taylor

On today’s episode, Tony chats with Wendy Alane Wright. Wendy is a former Hollywood Talent Manager, an author, and the Founder of Hollywood Winners Circle Academy, the Industry Standard in Acting Business Training. They talk about the importance of connection in the business, acting in the spirit of joy and having fun and remembering life itself is the greatest masterpiece of art.

Anthony Interviews Wendy Alane Wright

This week Tony chats with Casting Associate, Jeffrey Drew. He's worked on hit projects like MARVEL's "Runaways", NBC's "Ordinary Joe" and Dolly Parton's "Heartstrings." The two chat about Jeffrey's illustrious career and extraordinary life spanning from his childhood addiction to sobriety and journey through musical theatre, drag, and casting. Reminding everyone following your dreams is action, the willingness to make mistakes, and showing up for yourself.

Anthony Interviews Jeffrey Drew

From Nickelodeon to Alternative Rock, today Tony chats with talented actor and musician, Jack Griffo. The pair chat about Jack’s career starring in The Thundermans, his transition from child acting, and his band Kid Baron. They talk on the pressures of social media, self doubt as an artist, and the importance of being socially aware as an actor.

Anthony Interviews Jack Griffo

In today’s episode, Anthony chats with actor Aubri Ibrag. After agreeing that acting is like dating, the two have a beautiful conversation about the complexities and difficulties of life and how that translates to acting. They speak on commitment,  taking risks, and not being scared to make mistakes. You can see Aubri in Apple TV+’s upcoming series The Buccaneers, releasing 2023.

Anthony Interviews Aubri Ibrag

Welcome to In the Moment’s SAG Strike Episode where Anthony chats with actor and SAG AFTRA Negotiating Committee Member Kevin E. West. From explanations on how negotiations work, to why the strike is happening, and how AI is involved, this episode has everything you need to know about the strike and how you can support.

Anthony Interviews Kevin E. West

In today’s episode, Anthony chats with Rahul Rai. Rahul is an actor and creator with over 5 million followers across his platforms. The two have passionate conversations about the nuance of using TikTok as an avenue for acting. Touching on how to be marketable as an actor on social media, burn out, and the relationship between artists and money.

Anthony Interviews Rahul Rai

In today’s episode, Anthony chats with actor Emily Bader. Emily is currently starring in Amazon Prime’s newest show My Lady Jane and the crime/drama film Fresh Kills in theaters now. The pair chat about how Emily found her accent and her acting on set, the importance of continued learning in class, and the beauty of telling the untold stories.

Anthony Interviews Emily Bader

Welcome to the duet of In the Moment with Anthony Meindl and F*ck Your Comfort Zone with Margie Haber. In today’s episode, Anthony interviews the iconic Margie Haber. For more than 40 years, Margie has been known as Hollywood’s top audition coach. The pair chat about accepting and surrendering to the circumstances you’re stepping into whether it be actor, teacher, or director and the importance of leaning into spontaneity - letting go of how you “think” a scene should be.

Anthony Interviews Margie Haber

In today’s episode Anthony chats with Risa Bramon Garcia, the iconic casting director known for 200 Cigarettes, JFK, and True Romance. The pair talk about their endeavors as acting coaches, sharing how they help actors process the work, how to navigate the challenges of being an artist in a tech world, and debunking the myth of losing yourself in a character.

Anthony Interviews Risa Bramon Garcia

In today’s episode, Anthony chats with Recording Coordinator at Netflix Animation, Zarah Kulczycki. A previous student at AMAW and casting director working on blockbusters like Top Gun: Maverick - Zarah shares her journey of stepping away from traditional acting and casting and into the world of animation. The pair talk about respecting and embracing when your dreams change, live action vs. the animation process, and the curse of wanting to be famous.

Anthony Interviews Zarah Kulczycki

In today’s episode Anthony interviews writer and producer, Marco Penette. Marco is known for his work on Ugly Betty, Caroline in the City, Crumbs and many more. His most recent venture being writing the musical adaptation of Death Becomes Her with Broadway previews opening October 23rd. The pair chat about their start in the business, how the disappearance of mentorship is affecting young people, and the do’s and don’ts of auditioning in the room.

Anthony Interviews Marco Penette

In today’s episode, Anthony chats with actor Ella Beatty. Ella made her Broadway Debut in the Tony Award winning play APPROPRIATE starring Sarah Paulson and is currently previewing Ibsen’s Ghosts opening March 10th at Mitzi Newhouse Lincoln Center Theatre. Daughter of Warren Beatty and Annette Bening, the pair chat about the rehearsal process, the exploration of acting classic plays in modern times and the importance of not replicating other actors, but rather bringing your own heart to your work.

Anthony Interviews Ella Beatty

In today’s episode Anthony chats with actor Trevor Flanagan-Tordjman. Known for his roles in Disney’s Zombies Franchise and Bunk’d, the pair chat about venturing into dramatic roles, finding joy when acting in dark places, battling people pleasing to add to your work, and staying hopeful in the face of AI in Hollywood.

Anthony Interviews Trevor Flanagan-Tordjman

In today’s episode Anthony chats with On My Block actor Diego Tinoco. The pair chat about acting being a lifetime of work, Diego’s venture into teaching, the importance of creating your own opportunities, and finding inspiration in a world of “corporate” television.  

Anthony Interviews Diego Tinoco

In today’s episode Anthony chats with XO, Kitty actor, Regan Aliyah. The pair share the importance of expressing their queerness in their lives and work, trusting your own acting process, and how the cult of capitalism infringes on creativity. 

Anthony Interviews Regan Aliyah

On today’s episode Anthony interviews award winning actor Ian Harding. Known for his role as Ezra Fitz on Pretty Little Liars and co starring with Lindsay Lohan in his new Netflix movie Our Little Secret- the two have a thoughtful conversation about how to be emotionally malleable in self tapes and on set, trusting the moment vs. the textbook, and having a life outside of the industry. 

Anthony Interviews Ian Harding

On today’s episode Anthony interviews Irish actor Daryl McCormack. He is known for Twisters, Peaky Blinders, the Apple TV+ series Bad Sisters, and the upcoming Knives Out film premiering later this year. The pair chat about the nuances of being a working actor- sharing advice on vulnerability, being honest with what isn’t for you, and feeling uncomfortable in the work. 

Welcome to the first live audience recording of In the Moment. In today’s episode Anthony interviews film director, screenwriter, and film producer Darren Stein. The pair chat about the casing process for his cult classic, Jawbreaker, finding your place in the business through different phases of life, self generating the work you want to do in your community, and end with a fascinating audience Q&A. 

Anthony Interviews Darren Stein

On the third day of podcasts not French Hens but a French theme...
What The Tour de France And Wimbledon Can Teach Us About Acting

Girls Chase Boys

What The Tour De France And Wimbledon...

The star of "Shameless" and "The Conners" talks growing up on TV and having success at and early age.

Anthony Interviews Emma Kenney

On today's episode, Tony chats with Casting Directors Amber Horn and Danielle Aufiero about the Do's and Dont's in the Audition Room.

Anthony Interviews Casting Directors Amber Horn and Danielle Aufiero

On today's episode, Anthony chats with Manager and Film Producer Jeff Morrone. This was previously recorded on April 30th 2020 before the Black Lives Matter Protests had begun -- so please note there is no mention of this important and necessary movement in this recorded conversation.
Tony did a live instragram and zoom with Jeff while the audience asked a number of different questions about the business and the art of finding great representation.

Anthony Interviews Jeff Morrone

On today's episode, Tony chats with Casting Director Seth Yanklewitz about tips on how to nail it in the audition room. Actors asked him questions about the nature of Casting, and where the industry might be going during COVID-19. Please note this live zoom was held on May 21st 2020 before the Black Lives Matter Protests had begun so there is no mention of this important and necessary movement in this recorded conversation.

Anthony Interviews Casting Director Seth Yanklewitz

Greg Bekkers took a unique path in starting his own talent management company, Apollo Management. His non traditional way of thinking started from a young age and from having lived in over eight countries and many more cities before landing in Los Angeles nearly seven years ago. Before starting his talent management company five years ago he had already started and ran three companies. His international view and entrepreneurial experience have given him a fresh view on the industry and how talent management should be.

 

What makes Apollo Management stand out is personal attention and our way of thinking. We don’t take any of the old ways of how things are done at face value, I want to know what actually works. Not listening to “how it’s always been done”.

 

That’s why I’m most proud of the culture that we’ve built at Apollo Management. It’s not just about being better actors or getting more bookings, it’s about being better human beings. In my eyes, those type of people always succeed long term. I’m very lucky to work with clients and a team that is like that.


You can also check out his podcast, Breaking Through with Apollo:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/breaking-through-with-apollo/id1504192996

And on Instagram: @theapollomanagement  @gregbekkers

Anthony Interviews Greg Bekkers from Apollo Management

On today's episode Tony chats with Dr. Anoop Kumar about the hidden creative brain. They discuss identity, the connection between physiology & imagination, and being authentically you in acting and in life.

The Hidden Creative Brain with Anthony Meindl and Dr. Anoop Kumar

Short podcasts from inside the classroom and longer sit-down conversations with celebrities and creative Inspirers. 
Anthony is an award-winning writer-director-producer, creativity expert, inspirational speaker, and artistic director of Anthony Meindl’s Actor Workshop (AMAW) with studios in Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, London, Atlanta, Sydney, Toronto, and Vancouver.  
His unique approach to acting (and creativity) is no-nonsense and based on the assumption that we can all do it. Because we can.

Popular tracks by In The Moment: Acting, Art and Life