Acting, Auditions & Amazon Prime: Sheldon Austin’s Journey

18/03/2025 1h 1min Temporada 2 Episodio 4
Acting, Auditions & Amazon Prime: Sheldon Austin’s Journey

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In this episode, Oliver and Brayden sit down with actor Sheldon Austin to talk about the realities of breaking into the acting industry as a young performer. Sheldon shares how he went from background roles to landing parts in commercials, short films, and most notably, playing a guard on Amazon Prime Video’s Beast Games. He opens up about the audition process, how he got his agent, and the highs and lows of trying to make a name for himself in the entertainment world.We also dive deep into what it’s like working on a massive production—how he prepared for his role, what filming on set was actually like, and whether the stacks of cash were really real. But beyond Beast Games, Sheldon gets real about the acting grind, why rejection is just part of the game, and how he stays motivated.Plus, we get into his dream roles, his idea for a hilarious horror movie, and his take on whether acting is easier or harder to break into today compared to 50 years ago. Whether you’re an aspiring actor, a film nerd, or just love hearing behind-the-scenes stories, this episode is packed with laughs, insight, and some seriously inspiring moments.Guest SocialsInsta - @SheldonAustinB

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