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The 98% — Performing Arts
The 98%

Whether you’re in the entertainment industry or not, this is a podcast that will humour, shock, validate and inform. You think you knew what it’s like to be an actor? Think again…

The 98% explores what life is really like for the majority of actors and performers who, rather than trying to find an outfit for the Oscar’s, are trying to find a reader for a self tape after working a bar shift. It comes as a surprise to most that only 2% of actors earn their main source of income from acting work. This podcast represents, and gives a voice to, the other 98%.

What started as a comedy podcast in 2018, with co-hosts Alexa and Katie laughing and lamenting about the REAL #actorslife, has morphed into a relatable and supportive space through the lens of honesty and realism. And now, a platform and CIC run by Alexa. By lifting the curtain on things that need changing in the industry, exposing hidden truths, and chatting to brilliant industry professional guests from all corners of the biz, The 98% is a podcast, and platform, that works to humanise those in the industry and redefine what success means in a business that, before now, only shined a spotlight on the small minority.

@the98percentpod

Latest Episodes:

S1E12 - "What IS a 'pencil'? I WILL GIVE YOU A PEN!" Jun 27, 2018

Show notes

This week we speak to Michael Cox, one half of Hammond Cox Casting who work on all sorts of projects but are commercial casting extraordinaire's. Katie and Alexa ask the questions all actors think regarding commercials and lift the veil on a part of the real #actorslife that is usually shrouded in mystery. Why are castings so last minute? Who makes the big decisions? And WHAT THE HECK DOES IT MEAN TO BE PENCILLED?! This is a really informative episode and one you will NOT want to miss if you ever audition for commercials, or hope to!

Follow Hammond Cox on twitter at @hammondcox and us at @the98percentpod! Rate, review, subscribe and share! (But you might not want to share this one...some of the golden nuggets are too good!)

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Need a reader for a self tape? Want to earn money reading for others? Have access to castings and a community made by actors, for actors by subscribing to WeAudition, an online video chat community loved by actors and casting directors around the world! Get 25% off your subscription with the discount code 9825 - where you can then earn your money back + more by reading for and rehearsing with actors from the comfort of your own home!

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S1E11 - "Twenty of us walking around the room leading with our genitals" Jun 13, 2018

Show notes

Listen to what happens when Alexa and Katie drink a bottle of prosecco whilst talking about drama school. Need any more enticement than that?!

What's the most ridiculous thing you did at drama school? We want to hear it! the98percentpod@gmai.com Twitter: @the98percentpod

If you've left us a review, thank you SO much! If you haven't and have been enjoying The 98% we'd love if you could rate, review and subscribe!

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Need a reader for a self tape? Want to earn money reading for others? Have access to castings and a community made by actors, for actors by subscribing to WeAudition, an online video chat community loved by actors and casting directors around the world! Get 25% off your subscription with the discount code 9825 - where you can then earn your money back + more by reading for and rehearsing with actors from the comfort of your own home!

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S1E10 - "#GotTheFlaps" May 30, 2018

Show notes

It's the 10th episode of The 98%! Katie and Alexa have a 'check in' chat and read out some listener emails that start them off on the sorts of musings and thoughts you must be used to hearing by now!

Thank you for all the amazing emails, tweets and reviews of The 98% and sticking with the podcast for 10 whole episodes!

Email us about anything 98% life related the98percentpod@gmail.com - no story is too small!

Come say hi on twitter! @the98percentpod

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Need a reader for a self tape? Want to earn money reading for others? Have access to castings and a community made by actors, for actors by subscribing to WeAudition, an online video chat community loved by actors and casting directors around the world! Get 25% off your subscription with the discount code 9825 - where you can then earn your money back + more by reading for and rehearsing with actors from the comfort of your own home!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tipsy Truths Round 1 May 22, 2018

Show notes

A bonus episode where Katie and Alexa are a bottle of prosecco deep and telling the real happenings behind a day in the life of a jobbing actor - in this case...a last minute commercial casting.

If you'd like to hear more tipsy tales let us know and we'll buy in some more £7 own-brand bubbles.

t: @the98percentpod fb: The 98%

Tell us your stories! the98percentpod@gmail.com

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Need a reader for a self tape? Want to earn money reading for others? Have access to castings and a community made by actors, for actors by subscribing to WeAudition, an online video chat community loved by actors and casting directors around the world! Get 25% off your subscription with the discount code 9825 - where you can then earn your money back + more by reading for and rehearsing with actors from the comfort of your own home!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1E9 - "Oh you do musical theatre? Do you ever want to try REAL acting?" May 16, 2018

Show notes

Chances are most actors first experience of watching and falling in love with theatre was bopping along to a musical. Katie and Alexa talk to this weeks guests about the musical theatre world. What goes on behind the razzle dazzle and how it differs from the 'straight acting' scene. Find out everyone's thoughts on the term "performer", celebrity casting and the audition process of working in the incredibly impressive world of musical theatre!

If you're enjoying The 98% it would be so appreciated if you could rate and review and share with those you think would also enjoy!

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Need a reader for a self tape? Want to earn money reading for others? Have access to castings and a community made by actors, for actors by subscribing to WeAudition, an online video chat community loved by actors and casting directors around the world! Get 25% off your subscription with the discount code 9825 - where you can then earn your money back + more by reading for and rehearsing with actors from the comfort of your own home!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1E8 - "Five hundred twenty five thousand six hundred headshots" May 02, 2018

Show notes

In this episode Katie and Alexa talk about some stuff they wish they had known when they first entered the professional world of acting after they graduated Drama School. Find out what Katie did at her grad ball that's straight out of a Disney film, why Alexa felt isolated before graduating and why you should stick to your guns when preparing for a Drama School showcase!

Send us your experiences of the real #actorslife so we can do a mini episode of reading out listener's stories! It can be about anything! the98percentpod@gmail.com

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Need a reader for a self tape? Want to earn money reading for others? Have access to castings and a community made by actors, for actors by subscribing to WeAudition, an online video chat community loved by actors and casting directors around the world! Get 25% off your subscription with the discount code 9825 - where you can then earn your money back + more by reading for and rehearsing with actors from the comfort of your own home!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1E7 - Auditioning Part 2 Apr 18, 2018

Show notes

In part 2 of the AUDITIONS episode, Alexa and Katie share audition tips that they've learnt along the way and their thoughts on the audition process, backed up with more stories (of course!) Plus you get to hear the rest of what Annie Rowe has to say about casting!

The 98% will now be coming to you fortnightly so Katie and Alexa can have enough time to bring you more good stuff and helpful guests. Thank you for your support…please subscribe, rate, review and tell other 98 percenters where to find us!

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Need a reader for a self tape? Want to earn money reading for others? Have access to castings and a community made by actors, for actors by subscribing to WeAudition, an online video chat community loved by actors and casting directors around the world! Get 25% off your subscription with the discount code 9825 - where you can then earn your money back + more by reading for and rehearsing with actors from the comfort of your own home!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1E6 - Auditioning Part 1 Apr 11, 2018

Show notes

AUDITIONS - Love them or hate them we all have to do them. In the first half of this episode Alexa and Katie share some funny and ridiculous stories from their audition experiences and then they chat to the lovely and insightful casting director Annie Rowe to hear about the casting process from the other side of the table...Annie's kitchen table to be exact.

This episode is a 2 PARTER so make sure you subscribe so you don't miss Part II next week!

Email/tweet us your audition stories at @the98percentpod or the98percentpod@gmail.com - we'd love to hear them!

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Need a reader for a self tape? Want to earn money reading for others? Have access to castings and a community made by actors, for actors by subscribing to WeAudition, an online video chat community loved by actors and casting directors around the world! Get 25% off your subscription with the discount code 9825 - where you can then earn your money back + more by reading for and rehearsing with actors from the comfort of your own home!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1E5 - "We are made of friggin titanium" Apr 04, 2018

Show notes

"It's a tough nut to crack isn't it?" Muggles (non actors) say about the industry. "Yes. Yes it is." You reply through gritted teeth.

This week Katie and Alexa talk about their experiences of having to be resilient and how they got through the times of having an existential crisis in bed at 3am. Plus, you get the inside scoop on some techniques on mental toughness, managing nerves/pressure and how to stay positive from a top performance coach, our special guest!

If you're enjoying The 98% we'd love it if you could leave us a review so it's easier for others to find us too!

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*Update* - This episode remains one of our most downloaded and listened to episodes to date, we are so pleased it has resonated with so many of you! You can hear more from Steve in later episodes of the podcast, so keep an eye out!

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Need a reader for a self tape? Want to earn money reading for others? Have access to castings and a community made by actors, for actors by subscribing to WeAudition, an online video chat community loved by actors and casting directors around the world! Get 25% off your subscription with the discount code 9825 - where you can then earn your money back + more by reading for and rehearsing with actors from the comfort of your own home!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1 in 3 Callback Episode Mar 31, 2018

Show notes

As promised in Episode 4, Katie and Alexa read out some inspiring stories from fellow performers. These personal accounts are worthy of their own episode rather than being breezed past in the main episode, so here is The 98%'s first mini bonus episode!

Thank you to the amazing people who let us share their story, your words are encouraging, helpful and so moving.

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