Maria Thayer

Episode #25 | Donna Lynne Champlin (Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, Feel the Beat) on being a New York person, the surprise success of Crazy Ex Girlfriend, learning to act for the camera on the job, and more. The Greenroom: wwwpatreon.com/slateyourname Instagram:@slateyournamepodcast Michael’s Stuff: https://linktr.ee/Michael_McMillian Write to us: [email protected]

Episode #24 | Actor and author John Ross Bowie (Speechless, The Big Bang Theory) discusses his new memoir No Job for a Man, early exposure to the actor's life in New York City,  the community of the audition room, and much more. Order No Job for a Man: https://www.indiebound.org/search/book?keys=No+Job+For+A+Man  The Greenroom: wwwpatreon.com/slateyourname Instagram:@slateyournamepodcast Michael’s Stuff: https://linktr.ee/Michael_McMillian Write to us: [email protected]

Episode #23 | Actor Austin Basis (Beauty and the Beast, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel) discusses his experiences inside The Actors Studio and the setbacks and benefits of a cherubic face. The Greenroom: Patreon.com/slateyourname Instagram:@slateyournamepodcast Michael’s Stuff: https://linktr.ee/Michael_McMillian Write to us: [email protected]

Episode 22.5 | Patreon unlock! Episode 16's Anna Camp shares a story about a disastrous audition for an Axe Body Spray commercial. The Greenroom: Patreon.com/slateyourname Instagram:@slateyournamepodcast Michael’s Stuff: https://linktr.ee/Michael_McMillian Write to us: [email protected]

Episode #22 | Musician RILEY BRAY talks about growing up in the Los Angeles music scene and how rock and roll dreams led to a multi-hyphenate career both infront of and behind the camera. Instagram:@slateyournamepodcast Twitter: @SlatePod  Michael’s Stuff: https://linktr.ee/Michael_McMillian

Episode #21 | Matt Cook (Man With a Plan, The Greatest Beer Run Ever) originally wanted to be an animator, but instead he ended up working in film and TV projects with major stars like Nicole Kidman, Javier Bardem, and Zac Efron. What the hell went wrong?! Speaking of "wrong," Michael had some mic issues in this episode. Sorry if it sounds a little off. Don't blame John! Join the Patreon: Patreon.com/slateyourname Instagram:@slateyournamepodcast Twitter: @SlatePod  Michael’s Stuff: https://linktr.ee/Michael_McMillian

Episode #20 | Gabrielle Ruiz (Crazy Ex Girlfriend, Star Trek: Lower Decks) is a triple threat, but she struggled with acting early in her career. From auditioning for Chorus Line to a near miss with a foot fetish agency, Gabrielle discusses how she went from being an aspiring dancer to a professional actor. __ SHOW INFORMATION Join the Patreon: Patreon.com/slateyourname Instagram:@slateyournamepodcast Twitter: @SlatePod  Michael’s Stuff: https://linktr.ee/Michael_McMillian Book a Coaching Session with Michael: [email protected]

Episode #19 | Actress, comedic performer, writer, and podcaster Marcy Jarreau ( Brooklyn 99, A Funny Feeling, The Lost City)  on directing her mom in a community theatre production of Steel Magnolias, creating fantasy worlds as a kid, the graciousness of  Sandra Bullock and more. __ SHOW INFORMATION Join the Patreon: Patreon.com/slateyourname  Instagram:@slateyournamepodcast  Twitter: @SlatePod   Michael’s Stuff: https://linktr.ee/Michael_McMillian  Book a Coaching Session with Michael: [email protected]

Episode #18 | John Forest (For all Mankind, American Crime Story: Impeachment) on beginning his career at the Williamstown Theater Festival, the impact of having a good acting teacher, and the difficulty of sewing a button on stage.

Episode #17 | Actress Deborah Ann Woll (True Blood, Daredevil ) on playing a teenage vampire, creating characters in fantastical worlds and hitting her “target.” __ SHOW INFORMATION Join the Patreon: Patreon.com/slateyourname Instagram:@slateyournamepodcast Twitter: @SlatePod   Michael’s Stuff: https://linktr.ee/Michael_McMillian Book a Coaching Session with Michael: [email protected]