Episodes

  • Building a Brand Part 1
    Apr 14 2025

    If you’re an artist or entrepreneur, you already have a brand…whether you know it or not! This week, Misha breaks down the basics of branding in this two-part series, including what branding is and the easiest, simplest way to create one that feels authentic to you. You should walk away feeling empowered and excited about branding. What if building a brand is just another way to express yourself as an artist? Does reframing what the word means make it more inspiring?

    Hosted by Misha Calvert

    Edited by Sophia Di Giovanni
    Music by Manor of Animals

    If you liked this episode, slide into our DMs! You can reach our host Misha Calvert at @mishacalvert on Instagram.
    www.instagram.com/mishacalvert

    If you want to contact Misha elsewhere, or view her creative work visit:
    www.mishacalvert.com

    If you are interested in a free phone consultation, classes, or coaching visit:
    www.clubvermilion.com

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    19 mins
  • Guest Episode: Casting Director Allison Kirschner
    Apr 7 2025

    This week is a replay of Misha's interview with Allison Kirschner, a veteran casting director whose credits include some truly iconic comedy shows and films including WHAT WE DO IN THE SHADOWS, THE AMY SCHUMER SHOW, CRASHING, BROS, and many more. Allison takes us on her journey from her early days at HBO to landing her current role as an associate at Gayle Keller Casting. She also shares her thoughts on the importance of confidence in comedy auditions, how she balances her career with family life, and why networking and continuous growth are crucial for actors looking to enter –or re-enter–the industry.

    Hosted by Misha Calvert

    Co-hosted by Brett Epstein
    Edited by Sophia Di Giovanni
    Music by Manor of Animals

    If you liked this episode, slide into our DMs! You can reach our host Misha Calvert at @mishacalvert on Instagram.
    www.instagram.com/mishacalvert

    If you want to contact Misha elsewhere, or view her creative work visit:
    www.mishacalvert.com

    If you are interested in a free phone consultation, classes, or coaching visit:
    www.clubvermilion.com

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    28 mins
  • Agents and Managers 101
    Mar 31 2025

    “Agents and managers” is one of the #1 topics we get asked about. It’s also one of the most misunderstood aspects of working as an artist, and you might be shocked to learn the real role that representatives will play in your career. Misha breaks down how to get an agent or manager, how to keep one, and whether or not you actually need one. Get ready for a whole new perspective on reps!

    Hosted by Misha Calvert

    Edited by Meher Mirpuri
    Music by Manor of Animals

    If you liked this episode, slide into our DMs! You can reach our host Misha Calvert at @mishacalvert on Instagram.
    www.instagram.com/mishacalvert

    If you want to contact Misha elsewhere, or view her creative work visit:
    www.mishacalvert.com

    If you are interested in a free phone consultation, classes, or coaching visit:
    www.clubvermilion.com

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    23 mins
  • Getting To Know Your Subconscious
    Mar 24 2025

    Did you know the subconscious part of your brain can process up to 11 million MB of data per second? With all that power, it stands to reason that a lot of what you see in your life is created by your subconscious. And if that’s true…then don’t you want to know what’s down there? It might surprise you, or even shock you! This week we do a thought experiment in order to get the lay of the land in your subconscious. Grab a pen and paper, and get ready to explore your own mind!

    Hosted by Misha Calvert

    Edited by Meher Mirpuri
    Music by Manor of Animals

    If you liked this episode, slide into our DMs! You can reach our host Misha Calvert at @mishacalvert on Instagram.
    www.instagram.com/mishacalvert

    If you want to contact Misha elsewhere, or view her creative work visit:
    www.mishacalvert.com

    If you are interested in a free phone consultation, classes, or coaching visit:
    www.clubvermilion.com

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    15 mins
  • How to Avoid Bad Acting
    Mar 17 2025

    This week we talk about bad acting! We’ve all seen bad acting in some of the biggest-budget movies and television shows. Why does that happen? How can you avoid it yourself? Misha gives you three quick and easy ways to bypass bad acting in your on-camera work. Craft isn't everything, but it counts for a hell of a lot!

    Hosted by Misha Calvert

    Edited by Sophia Di Giovanni
    Music by Manor of Animals

    If you liked this episode, slide into our DMs! You can reach our host Misha Calvert at @mishacalvert on Instagram.
    www.instagram.com/mishacalvert

    If you want to contact Misha elsewhere, or view her creative work visit:
    www.mishacalvert.com

    If you are interested in a free phone consultation, classes, or coaching visit:
    www.clubvermilion.com

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    9 mins
  • Guest Episode: 'Succession' with Misha Calvert and Jackie Hanzl
    Mar 10 2025

    On this guest episode broadcast, Misha talks about one of her favorite TV shows of all time: SUCCESSION. Misha goes in depth on the show with guest host Jackie Hanzl via Jackie’s podcast MADE, including breakdowns of which cast member delivered the best performance and why, as well as the all-time best pieces of dialogue written on the show. There’s also a few deep cuts into Misha’s life, as Jackie dives into Misha’s motivation as an indie film and television creator. A key question remains though for all our listeners to ponder…are you a Gerri or a Logan?!

    Hosted by Misha Calvert

    Edited by Meher Mirpuri
    Music by Manor of Animals

    If you liked this episode, slide into our DMs! You can reach our host Misha Calvert at @mishacalvert on Instagram.
    www.instagram.com/mishacalvert

    If you want to contact Misha elsewhere, or view her creative work visit:
    www.mishacalvert.com

    If you are interested in a free phone consultation, classes, or coaching visit:
    www.clubvermilion.com

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    30 mins
  • How To Actually Change Your Life
    Mar 3 2025

    Have you ever tried to change your life and thought, “wow this feels damn near impossible”? In part this uphill battle is due to the fact that your brain isn’t optimizing for happiness, but for keeping you alive…i.e. maintaining the status quo and not changing. This week Misha outlines some of the surprising ways to actually achieve major life change, including confronting your fears and doing the opposite of what your brain tells you to do. You’ll also get some helpful strategies on how not to fall back onto old habits once you start seeing progress.

    Hosted by Misha Calvert

    Edited by Sophia Di Giovanni
    Music by Manor of Animals

    If you liked this episode, slide into our DMs! You can reach our host Misha Calvert at @mishacalvert on Instagram.
    www.instagram.com/mishacalvert

    If you want to contact Misha elsewhere, or view her creative work visit:
    www.mishacalvert.com

    If you are interested in a free phone consultation, classes, or coaching visit:
    www.clubvermilion.com

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    22 mins
  • Top 3 Ways To Book Acting Jobs (No Agent Required)
    Feb 24 2025

    This week Misha lays out the top three ways you can book work for yourself as an actor…no agent or manager required! The booking “triangle” covered in this episode works for any actor at any level of training, and provides you with power and control over your own career. Our clients who really commit to this have gone from zero auditions a week to ten auditions a week, no joke. The secret is to actually do the steps. Most actors simply will not commit to any plan of action, much less an effective one. If you’ve been relying on the idea of luck (doesn’t exist) or craft (helpful but not necessary), try going all-in on this triangle instead for 30 days. Let us know how many auditions you get!

    Hosted by Misha Calvert

    Edited by Meher Mirpuri
    Music by Manor of Animals

    If you liked this episode, slide into our DMs! You can reach our host Misha Calvert at @mishacalvert on Instagram.
    www.instagram.com/mishacalvert

    If you want to contact Misha elsewhere, or view her creative work visit:
    www.mishacalvert.com

    If you are interested in a free phone consultation, classes, or coaching visit:
    www.clubvermilion.com

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    15 mins
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