Today’s guest is the brilliant Brendan McNamara — actor, former child star, and founder of Beach Casting, a casting agency making waves across the UK and Ireland.

From appearing in films like Angela’s Ashes and War of the Buttons to launching one of the most actor-friendly casting studios in the game, Brendan shares his uniquely personal journey through both sides of the audition table. We talk candidly about the transition from actor to casting director, the kind of performers he loves to work with, the shifting landscape of self-tapes, and why kindness and professionalism still matter.

A must-listen for actors, agents, and anyone curious about what makes a great casting experience — both behind and in front of the camera.

00:00 – A Very Irish Opening
05:01 – Todd returns from Derry
10:02 – Brendan's life as a child actor
15:04 – Transitioning into casting
20:06 – What makes an actor stand out
25:03 – Self-tapes: love, hate, and hope
30:00 – Building Beach Casting
35:01 – Advice for actors (and humans)

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