//podcastplus.net/feed/vancouver-actors-podcast~5a0223eb Vancouver Actors Podcast by Story Institute is your one stop shop for discussions and updates regarding the film and television industry in Vancouver, BC. Each week we post a new podcast covering a variety of topics and featuring special guests that work in the industry. Hosted by experienced Vancouver actor Michael Coleman. Produced by Story Institute. Sat, 26 Sep 2026 19:32:46 +0000 https://anchor.fm/s/3ae556d4/podcast/play/30516272/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2021-04-01%2Fa1b8f69cfc80686a4e55988a90063fbe.m4a This week our hosts Michael Coleman and Sidney Quesnelle discuss work/life balance in the film industry, when its okay to step away from social media, and some controversial film opinions. Thu, 01 Apr 2021 19:38:05 +0000 https://anchor.fm/s/3ae556d4/podcast/play/30516272/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2021-04-01%2Fa1b8f69cfc80686a4e55988a90063fbe.m4a https://anchor.fm/s/3ae556d4/podcast/play/29844175/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2021-03-24%2F3b8202da06b825a27916abfcd83f20a5.m4a In today’s episode of Vancouver Actors Podcast, hosts Michael Coleman and Sidney Quesnelle discuss the importance of finding your “why” and why it is so integral to finding success in your career. Wed, 24 Mar 2021 17:43:20 +0000 https://anchor.fm/s/3ae556d4/podcast/play/29844175/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2021-03-24%2F3b8202da06b825a27916abfcd83f20a5.m4a https://anchor.fm/s/3ae556d4/podcast/play/28611536/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fproduction%2F2021-2-10%2F163652543-44100-2-1f72b64050776.mp3 This week, hosts Michael Coleman and Sidney Quesnelle speak with Vancouver Portrait Photographer Brandon Hart about how to achieve headshots that will help you book auditions. As an actor headshots are one of your most important marketing tools! With over 10 years of experience in photography, Brandon discusses how to have headshots that will get you noticed by casting directors. Wed, 10 Mar 2021 21:01:27 +0000 https://anchor.fm/s/3ae556d4/podcast/play/28611536/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fproduction%2F2021-2-10%2F163652543-44100-2-1f72b64050776.mp3 https://anchor.fm/s/3ae556d4/podcast/play/27753727/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fproduction%2F2021-2-3%2F161011818-44100-2-dfe39cec5af0c.mp3 Hosts Michael Coleman and Sidney Quesnelle discuss how to get your kids into acting. How to sign your kid up for the right classes, find the right agent and what to expect on set. Acting can be a great opportunity for children to gain confidence and learn responsibility! Wed, 03 Mar 2021 17:18:39 +0000 https://anchor.fm/s/3ae556d4/podcast/play/27753727/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fproduction%2F2021-2-3%2F161011818-44100-2-dfe39cec5af0c.mp3 https://anchor.fm/s/3ae556d4/podcast/play/27331598/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fproduction%2F2021-1-24%2F158548124-44100-2-5ace0c6ff15.mp3 In this week’s episode, hosts Michael Coleman and Sidney Quesnelle answer listeners questions about the film industry. Contracts, filming locations, agents and more are all mentioned in this episode. Wed, 24 Feb 2021 18:19:26 +0000 https://anchor.fm/s/3ae556d4/podcast/play/27331598/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fproduction%2F2021-1-24%2F158548124-44100-2-5ace0c6ff15.mp3 https://anchor.fm/s/3ae556d4/podcast/play/26854824/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fproduction%2F2021-1-17%2F156229063-44100-2-0d70cd122e76c.mp3 In today’s episode of Vancouver Actors Podcast, hosts Michael Coleman and Sidney Quesnelle interview special guest Diane Foy! Joining us all the way from Toronto via Zoom, Diane is a Marketing and PR Coach for actors. Not sure why your content isn’t getting seen online? Diane, Michael and Sidney discuss the kind of content you should be sharing to take your career to the next level. Wed, 17 Feb 2021 19:26:21 +0000 https://anchor.fm/s/3ae556d4/podcast/play/26854824/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fproduction%2F2021-1-17%2F156229063-44100-2-0d70cd122e76c.mp3 https://anchor.fm/s/3ae556d4/podcast/play/26513038/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fproduction%2F2021-1-10%2F153946681-44100-2-3624edec1565e.mp3 What do you need to seem professional when submitting to talent agents? In episode 10, hosts Michael Coleman and Sidney Quesnelle tell you how submitting high quality work to talent agents will help you book roles. Cover letters, headshots, demo reels, voice over reels and more. Wed, 10 Feb 2021 18:01:21 +0000 https://anchor.fm/s/3ae556d4/podcast/play/26513038/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fproduction%2F2021-1-10%2F153946681-44100-2-3624edec1565e.mp3 https://anchor.fm/s/3ae556d4/podcast/play/26166096/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fproduction%2F2021-1-3%2F151706911-44100-2-11b7501fb68e4.mp3 Surprise! We’re releasing a second episode of Vancouver Actors Podcast this week. Episodes will now be releasing on Wednesdays instead of Mondays so don’t forget to set your reminders! In episode 9, hosts Michael Coleman and Sidney Quesnelle break down the acts of a movie. This is a must watch if you want to start writing your own films. SPOILER ALERT: this will change how you watch movies. Wed, 03 Feb 2021 19:49:17 +0000 https://anchor.fm/s/3ae556d4/podcast/play/26166096/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fproduction%2F2021-1-3%2F151706911-44100-2-11b7501fb68e4.mp3 https://anchor.fm/s/3ae556d4/podcast/play/26053360/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fproduction%2F2021-1-1%2F150994649-44100-2-a9f05951643a4.mp3 On this week’s episode of Vancouver Actors Podcast your host Michael Coleman speaks with special guest Faye Smith! They discuss your #1 marketing tool for acting: HEADSHOTS. Faye is a very well established makeup artist in Vancouver, BC. She answers all your questions about what to ask for while getting headshot makeup, the do’s and dont’s and whether men should also get makeup done for headshots. Have any questions about your makeup? Contact us and we will answer on next week’s episode! Mon, 01 Feb 2021 17:47:28 +0000 https://anchor.fm/s/3ae556d4/podcast/play/26053360/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fproduction%2F2021-1-1%2F150994649-44100-2-a9f05951643a4.mp3 https://anchor.fm/s/3ae556d4/podcast/play/25584746/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fproduction%2F2021-0-22%2F147956747-48000-2-f0d1c513ea327.mp3 In this week’s episode of Vancouver Actors Podcast, hosts Michael Coleman and Sidney Quesnelle discuss how to find independent work. Tips for how to choose work that is going to benefit your career and where to find it. Tips for submitting to Indie Films by Darlene Tait: https://twitter.com/story_institute/status/1352685758256082944?s=21 Mon, 25 Jan 2021 17:00:00 +0000 https://anchor.fm/s/3ae556d4/podcast/play/25584746/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fproduction%2F2021-0-22%2F147956747-48000-2-f0d1c513ea327.mp3