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Saagar Shaikh on That One Audition with Alyshia Ochse

Saagar Shaikh
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Saagar Shaikh is a Pakistani American actor and improviser based in LA. Saagar is the star of the Onxy/Hulu comedy, DELI BOYS for which he was nominated for Outstanding Lead Performance in a Comedy Series at the 2025 Gotham Awards. From producer, Jenni Konner, and creator Abdullah Saeed, Saagar stars alongside Asif Ali and Poorna Jaganathan.

Saagar is also known for playing “Aamir Khan” in the Marvel Disney+ limited series MS. MARVEL. Saagar, a new Marvel favorite, can also be seen crossing into another MCU  with THE MARVELS starring Brie Larson.

Credits:

  • Ms. Marvel
  • The Marvels
  • Deli Boys
  • Liza on Demand
  • Unfair & Ugly

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  • WRITER: Erin McCluskey
  • WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings
  • ASSISTANT: Elle Powell
  • SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri

Wynn Everett
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Wynn Everett was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia. As a junior in high school she played the lead role in “Children Of A Lesser God”, where she won Georgia State Best Actress. She graduated from Auburn University with a major in Communication and a minor in Theatre.

Wynn moved to New York City to work for ABC’s “Good Morning America” where she there began her career in film and television. She can be seen in “Palmer” for Apple TV, “Charlie Wilson’s War” directed by Mike Nichols, “The Newsroom” and “Doom Patrol” for HBO,  Marvel’s “Agent Carter,” “Ordinary Joe,” “Modern Family” and “Mind Games” for ABC, Steven Spielberg’s pilot “Lumen,” NBC’s “This is Us,” Dolly Parton’s “Heartstrings,” “The Walking Dead,” for AMC as well as Jenji Kohan’s “Teenage Bounty Hunters”  and the mentally unstable Kathy for 2 seasons of “Sweet Magnolias” for Netflix.

As a Voice Over artist, she has voiced the national campaign for American Cancer Society and originated the role of Madame Masque/Whitney Frost both in the live action “Agent Carter” and animated series Disney’s “Avengers Assemble.”

Wynn recently wrapped filming on “Merv” for Amazon Pictures, “She Dances” written by Steve Zahn, directed by Rick Gomez.  “MIA” for Peacock, “DTF St. Louis” for HBO, “Cape Fear” for Apple.  She can be seen next September 30th in “Chad Powers” for HULU.

Credits:

  • Chad Powers
  • M.I.A.
  • Agent Carter
  • Doom Patrol
  • The Newsroom
  • Merv
  • DTF St. Louis
  • This is Us
  • Ordinary Joe
  • Young Rock
  • Sweet Magnolias
  • The Walking Dead
  • Teenage Bounty Hunters
  • Modern Family
  • Grey’s Anatomy
  • Charlie Wilson’s War

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EPISODE CREDITS:
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  • WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings
  • ASSISTANT: Elle Powell
  • SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri

William Stanford Davis
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William Stanford Davis is an award-winning, journey-man actor celebrated for his dynamic performances on stage and screen. Best known for his fan-favorite role as the quirky and lovable custodian Mr. Johnson on ABC’s Emmy®, SAG, Golden Globe, and Critics Choice award-winning hit series “Abbott Elementary”, Davis has earned widespread critical acclaim in 2025, including a 2025 NAACP Image Award nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy, an award he won in 2024. “Abbott Elementary” recently garnered nine Emmy nominations, further solidifying its status as one of TV’s most beloved comedies. The series wrapped their 4th season, which is now available to stream on Hulu and Season 5 will return this fall. William Stanford’s Role as Mr Johnson continues to be a scene stealer, with Vulture even naming him “The King Of Abbott Elementary” in 2024. He connects with audiences and fans of all ages, on and off-camera, and is even making waves in the fashion industry with his classic and fresh red-carpet looks and his genuine passion for luxury fashion. Recently, William starred in the critically acclaimed Apple TV+ comedy, “Mythic Quest.” Davis brings charisma and depth to the ensemble cast, adding a fresh dynamic to the show’s fast-paced, satirical tone. Coming up next, Davis will be seen starring alongside Wanda Sykes in the film “Undercard”, adding another exciting chapter to his impressive career. Previous TV credits Davis include his memorable roles in Truth Be Told, Swagger, Snowpiercer, Ray Donovan, Studio 60 On The Sunset Strip, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Chicago Med and The Big Bang Theory to name a few.

Recent Interviews: The Jennifer Hudson Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live! (11/11/24), Good Night New York, and Sherri Show

Credits:

  • Abbott Elementary
  • Side Quest
  • Snowpiercer
  • Curb Your Enthusiasm
  • Ray Donovan
  • The Big Bang Theory
  • Perry Mason
  • It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia
  • Shameless
  • Truth Be Told
  • Swagger
  • Chicago Med

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EPISODE CREDITS:
  • WRITER: Erin McCluskey
  • WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings
  • ASSISTANT: Elle Powell
  • SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri

Ravi Patel
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Ravi Patel returns to the podcast with a wide-ranging, candid conversation about a career that refuses to fit into a single lane. Since his last appearance, Ravi has been everywhere—from Animal Control and Ghosts (where he’s now a consulting producer) to new documentaries, a musical, and even Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test.

Ravi shares how he’s learned to thrive in “chaos with poise,” balancing multiple creative pursuits while working fewer hours, prioritizing family, and taking bold, unconventional swings. From walking away from a bad offer only to land a starring role on Animal Control, to his approach to improv on set, Ravi offers an honest and often hilarious look at what it means to build a purpose-driven career in an ever-changing industry.

These are the unforgettable stories that landed Ravi Patel right here.

Credits:

  • Animal Control
  • Ghosts
  • Wonder Woman 1984
  • Three Women
  • Master of None
  • Ravi Patel’s Pursuit of Happiness
  • Justified: City Primeval
  • Transformers
  • American Housewife
  • Wrecked
  • Grey’s Anatomy
  • Santa Clarita Diet

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EPISODE CREDITS:
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  • WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings
  • ASSISTANT: Elle Powell
  • SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri

Vella Lovell
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Vella Lovell currently stars opposite Joel McHale in the Fox comedy series ANIMAL CONTROL, which returns for its 3rd Season in January 2025.

She previously starred alongside Ted Danson and Holly Hunter in the Tina Fey-produced comedy MR. MAYOR for NBC. Vella earned a 2021 HCA TV Award Nomination for her performance as ‘Mikaela Shaw’ the Chief of Staff on the show. Prior to this, Vella was known for her series regular role as the sarcastic voice of reason ‘Heather Davis’ on all four Seasons of CW’s CRAZY EX-GIRLFRIEND, and in Hulu’s DOLLFACE as Kat Dennings’ over-the-top co-worker ‘Alison S.’

On the film side, she recently starred in the MTV holiday parody movie A CLÜSTERFÜNKE CHRISTMAS from Rachel Dratch and Ana Gasteyer and appeared in smash hit THE BIG SICK opposite Kumail Nanjiani. In the animation world, she was the voice of ‘Mermista’ in the Netflix series SHE-RA AND THE PRINCESSES OF POWER, which was a 2020 Critics’ Choice Nominee.

Originally a graduate from the Juilliard School, Vella appeared on stage in Pulitzer Prize Winner Lynn Nottages’ By The Way, Meet Vera Stark, as ‘Lady Macbeth’ in an adaptation of Macbeth, and in The Bacchae at Shakespeare in the Park.

CREDITS:

  • Animal Control
  • Mr. Mayor
  • Crazy Ex-Girlfriend
  • Dollface
  • The Big Sick
  • Your Place or Mine
  • Younger
  • Girls
  • Gracie and Frankie
  • So Help Me Todd

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  • ASSISTANT: Elle Powell
  • SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri
Jon Beavers

Jon Beavers
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Jon Beavers is a California-based actor and playwright, most recently seen in Horizon: An American Saga, directed by Kevin Costner, where he stars as Junior Sykes—the eldest and most imposing of the infamous Sykes brothers. He also appeared in Hulu’s Paradise, playing Agent Billy Pace.

Beavers’ television credits include prominent roles in TNT’s Animal Kingdom, NBC’s Bel-Air, and the National Geographic miniseries The Long Road Home.

On the film side, he has appeared in Paul Thomas Anderson’s Licorice Pizza, the Blumhouse thriller Soft & Quiet, and the romantic indie The Only One, which he also co-produced. As a playwright, Jon co-wrote the acclaimed musical The Unfortunates, which enjoyed sold-out runs at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival and San Francisco’s American Conservatory Theater.

Originally from Iowa City, Jon attended high school in Maui, Hawaii, where he began his creative journey as both a writer and actor.

CREDITS:

  • Paradise
  • Horizon: An American Saga
  • Sugar
  • Mayor of Kingstown
  • Animal Kingdom
  • Licorice Pizza
  • Bel-Air
  • The Long Road Home
  • Liza on Demand
  • Chicago P.D.
  • 9-1-1: Lone Star
  • Unbelievable
  • Gotham
  • The Fresh Beat Band

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  • SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri
Kim Coates on That One Audition with Alyshia Ochse

Kim Coates
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Kim Coates is a Canadian-American actor known for his intense performances in film, television, and theater. Coates quickly made a name for himself on stage, becoming the youngest actor to play Macbeth at the Stratford Festival and later portraying Stanley Kowalski in A Streetcar Named Desire on Broadway. His screen career began with The Boy in Blue (1986) and soon expanded to include over 100 film and TV credits, including Black Hawk Down (2001), and Goon (2011).

Best known for his role as Alexander “Tig” Trager in FX’s Sons of Anarchy, Coates gained recognition as a versatile character actor with a distinct edge. His television work also includes recurring roles in Prison Break, CSI: Miami, Cold Case, and Bad Blood, the latter earning him a Canadian Screen Award for Best Actor. In 2018, he returned to the stage after nearly three decades to star in Jerusalem, winning a Dora Mavor Moore Award for his performance. With a career spanning multiple decades and genres, Coates continues to bring depth and intensity to every role he takes on.

CREDITS:

  • Sons of Anarchy
  • The Walking Dead: Dead City
  • American Primeval
  • Black Hawk Down
  • Pearl Harbor
  • White House Plumbers
  • Mayans M.C.
  • Resident Evil: Afterlife
  • Goon
  • Godless
  • Bad Blood
  • Entourage
  • Prison Break
  • Waterworld
  • The Island
  • Open Range

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EPISODE CREDITS:
  • WRITER: Erin McCluskey
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  • ASSISTANT: Elle Powell
  • SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri

Clayne Crawford
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Clayne Crawford is an actor and director known for his intense, nuanced performances and his recent shift into directing. He first gained recognition with his breakout role in A Walk to Remember, which opened the door to a wide range of film and television projects. Crawford has delivered memorable performances in critically acclaimed series such as Rectify, where he portrayed Ted Talbot Jr., as well as Lethal Weapon, Justified, and 24. Beyond acting, he has embraced storytelling from behind the camera, directing and producing several projects through his own company, aiming to create bold, character-driven narratives. Crawford is set to appear in the upcoming Hulu series Chad Powers, starring Glen Powell, premiering this fall.

Credits

  • Lethal Weapon
  • Chad Powers
  • A Walk to Remember
  • Rectify
  • NCIS: New Orleans
  • Justified
  • Leverage
  • 24
  • Graceland
  • Burn Notice
  • Criminal Minds
  • Swimfan

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EPISODE CREDITS:
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  • WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings
  • ASSISTANT: Elle Powell
  • SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri

Krys Marshall
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Krys can currently be seen in Hulu’s drama series PARADISE opposite Sterling K. Brown and James Marsden. The series, from Dan Fogelman, premiered on January 28th with episodes releasing weekly through March. Krys stars as Agent Robinson, who is leading the high-stakes murder investigation that unfolds throughout the series.

Krys is known for her fan-favorite role in Apple TV+’s sci-fi award nominated and critically acclaimed drama series FOR ALL MANKIND playing Danielle Poole, a Nasa engineer and the agency’s first African American astronaut. Krys has received critical acclaim for her role on the show and the show has garnered several award nominations including a 2022 Critics Choice nomination for “Best Drama.”

Additional credits include FX’s THE ANSWER alongside Lucy Hale and the CW’s SUPERGIRL series where she played supervillain kryptonian worldkiller, Purity.  She has also made guest appearances on a number of popular shows including SHAMELESS, THIS IS US, HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER, and NCIS among others.

When she’s not acting, Krys is a big advocate for underprivileged youth and has worked hard in mentoring with the Young Storytellers Foundation, whose mission is to “inspire young people to discover the power of their own voice.”

Credits: 

  • Paradise
  • For All Mankind
  • Supergirl
  • Bad Monkey
  • This Is Us
  • Shameless
  • How I Met Your Mother
  • Bull
  • One Day at a Time
  • Criminal Minds

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  • WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings
  • ASSISTANT: Elle Powell
  • SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri
Sullivan Jones on That One Audition with Alyshia Ochse

Sullivan Jones
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Sullivan Jones can be seen starring in the series Interior Chinatown, adapted from Charles Yu’s acclaimed novel of the same name. Produced by Taika Waititi, the series is available on Hulu with Jones starring alongside Jimmy O. Yang, Chloe Bennet, and Lisa Gilroy.

Jones landed his breakout role in the 2019 Off-Broadway production of Slave Play at the New York Theater Workshop, which later transferred to Broadway. Directed by Robert O’Hara and written by Jeremy O. Harris, Slave Play received a record-breaking 13 Tony Award nominations, the highest ever for a non-musical.

Most recently, Jones was seen in Sony Pictures’ sports drama Big George Foreman, a film based on the life of Heavyweight Champion George Foreman. Jones portrayed the legendary Muhammad Ali, whose impact on Foreman’s career is a pivotal element of the story. He starred alongside Khris Davis, who played the role of Foreman.

Next, Jones will recur on Season 2 of the hit CBS dramedy series Elsbeth.

Jones studied Theater at Brown University before transferring to the UCLA School of Theater, Film, and Television. His extensive film and television credits additionally include HBO’s The Gilded Age, Hulu’s False Positive, Amazon Prime’s Harlem and many more.

Sullivan’s performances are marked by his ability to convey a wide range of emotions, from intensity to vulnerability, which has helped him stand out in the industry. His rising profile in Hollywood is a testament to his talent and dedication to his craft.

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  • SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri
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