Beyond The Take
Beyond The Take
Podcast Description
Beyond The Take is your all-access pass to the stories behind the scenes. Hosted by actor and producer Marc Chouen alongside co-host Michael J Puddy, this bi-weekly podcast pulls back the curtain on the entertainment industry — from actors and casting directors to producers, writers, and the dreamers in between.
Whether you’re an aspiring artist, a working pro, or just obsessed with the grind behind the glamor, you’ll hear unfiltered conversations, insider truths, and what it really takes to make it in Hollywood and beyond.
Because when the take ends…the real story begins.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast covers a range of themes related to the entertainment world, including the impact of new media like vertical shorts, personal branding, and the dynamics of different pathways into acting. For instance, episodes focus on topics such as the disruption caused by vertical short-form content in Hollywood with guests like Sara Quiriconi and the integration of wrestlers into serious acting roles with B Todd Johnston, exploring trends that affect both aspiring and established artists.
Beyond The Take is your all-access pass to the stories behind the scenes. Hosted by actor and producer Marc Chouen alongside co-host Michael J Puddy, this bi-weekly podcast pulls back the curtain on the entertainment industry — from actors and casting directors to producers, writers, and the dreamers in between.
Whether you’re an aspiring artist, a working pro, or just obsessed with the grind behind the glamor, you’ll hear unfiltered conversations, insider truths, and what it really takes to make it in Hollywood and beyond.
Because when the take ends…the real story begins.
What does it really take to build a lasting acting career especially after being part of a global phenomenon?
In the Season premiere of Beyond The Take, Marc Chouen sits down with actor Sherman Augustus for a deep, honest conversation about craft, career choices, and the realities of today’s entertainment industry — timed perfectly with the Stranger Things series finale.
Sherman opens up about:
• His experience joining Stranger Things and preparing a military character with authenticity
• The secretive audition process and bringing yourself into iconic roles
• How auditioning, unions, and casting have changed over the years
• Navigating career decisions without fear — even when it means passing on roles
• Staying emotionally truthful and present under pressure
• Improvisation, instinct, and handling last-minute changes on set
• Lessons learned from veterans, directors, and decades in the business
• Why professionalism and preparation still matter more than ever
This episode goes beyond the headlines to explore what longevity really looks like in Hollywood — and how actors can adapt without losing themselves.
Whether you’re an actor, a fan of Stranger Things, or someone fascinated by how the industry actually works, this conversation delivers insight, honesty, and perspective you don’t often hear.
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