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“This January, at 47, I decided to try acting. That same week I auditioned for a part in a local play and I ended up getting cast! Since then, I have been listening and re-listening to this incredible podcast. For anyone new to the craft of acting, this should be required listening and I’ve been...”Read full review »
Wolfcub31 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/24/24
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“It’s really informative and insightful and SO beneficial if you’re an actor!”
Nickname5815 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/19/24
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“We want raw interviews. Stop bleeping everything.”
Ukylie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/19/23
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“Love the variety of guests and topics covered. Honest, insightful, and filled with natural humour! I’m an actor and also doing a lot of personal development work.
I’ve found these conversations to be invaluable.
Thank you, and keep up the good work! 💯
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PhilliM2 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/27/22
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“Outstanding podcast for actors or anyone who’s interested in the field. What a gift. After listening to many of the interviews, a few ideas seem to be common threads:
1. Work. Just do the work. Especially in the beginning, say yes. Work and learn.
2. Actors are hard-working, sensitive people...”Read full review »
lennygrossman66 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/14/22
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“I’m not an actor, but I love listening about the craft of acting from all different perspectives”
Willow Rho via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/03/22
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“What a great interview! Love the types of questions asked and always enjoy Balfe’s interviews.”
lveithphoto via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/22/22
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“This has to be my favorite episode of times.
This really resonated with me and made my heart warm up in so many ways.
I feel so good about myself, I could go huge a tree lol. I took so many notes on this episode and can not wait to use them when I audition.
LOVE THIS PODCAST!”
matt bnryamt via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/19/22
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“I applaud your efforts here, in getting such a wide range of amazing artists together to share their thoughts on process with us. Perfect for aspiring actors and established ones alike. Thank you so much! Please keep these interviews coming! They’re really unlocking my creativity, which has been...”Read full review »
Paul Stephen Reichstein via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/07/22
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“Awesome!”
misselizabethbennett via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/14/21
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“loving this podcast and the smart/empathetic host”
emilyizkewl via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/24/20
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“Discovery wow thank you. Very interesting interview”
Ave1944 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
09/27/20
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“Mr.Smart is too overwhelmed by the people he meets and you can hear that. I’m sure the intention is good but it’s just uncomfortable to hear.”
Archipelago man via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/30/20
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“Very motivating, love this podcast.
Fun to listen to.”
WaMmyY sAMmy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/05/20
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“I too wish the interviewer would interject way less. It made the interview very difficult to follow and became grating.”
mtherriault via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/17/20
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“I’m hesitant to write a review for this podcast because it’s SO GOOD and I feel like it’s my dirty little acting advice secret that I don’t want others to know about!!! Jack asks fabulous questions and has gotten demonstrably more comfortable in the podcast medium as the show has progressed. The...”Read full review »
cviv9 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/11/20
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“Jack, host of the In the Envelope podcast, highlights all aspects of performance arts, acting and more in this can’t miss podcast! The host and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!”
Brooke Craven via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/19/19
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“Omg. Noah Schnapp’s podcast is awesome!!!!”
Stranger_Things_Fan! via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
11/05/19
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“Please never stop doing this podcast.
It’s unbelievably helpful & illuminating to hear inside the minds and thoughts of people actively doing the thing I’m trying to do! Jack is a GREAT interviewer and this podcast has blessed me tremendously!”
BreydenMichael1997 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/26/19
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“Jack is such a strong interviewer and the conversations are warm and informative and fun to listen to. I’m obsessed!”
eezmas via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/19/18
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“I have been waiting for a podcast like this for ages. The guests are AMAZING!!! It's good, but could be GREAT. I wish the host Jack Smart would interject less. There's a lot of, "uh-huh, cool, yeah, yeah, wow, interesting," etc. I wish he would just let his guest speak. I get the...”Read full review »
BiCoastalactor via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/14/18
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“It’s a good podcast I just wish the host would stop finishing the guests sentences and let them speak.”
Dgreenman via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/02/18
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“This is the best podcast to help navigate current must-see performances and to prepare for the award season. Jack Smart, the host, brings his charm and intellect to each interview. Listen and be entertained!”
ASKOMO via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/30/17
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“Mr. Smart please ask more questions and make less statements. Please listen to the podcasts that you have recorded and listen to the number of times that you make a statement or project an answer and listen to the guest say no or not exactly. Please do not be afraid of silence or pregnant pauses...”Read full review »
Super Grateful x 1000 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/18/17
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“The perfect podcast for actors. The interviews are very thoughtful and eye opening, and show perspectives, opinions, and approaches in a way that many other interviews miss. Highly recommended!!”
Alice Marcondes via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/01/17
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“Thank you for producing this podcast, Backstage! I hope you continue this for the Oscars and Golden Globes!”
QuesaLeah via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/20/17
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“This is great! It's fun to hear from accomplished actors and get their perspective on the business and what it takes to be successful. Jack Smart is informed and engaging and elicits the juicy details we all want to hear! Keep 'um coming!”Read full review »
Kalona63 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/20/17
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“Jack Smart knows how to host a podcast! He asks thoughtful questions and sparks great conversations with his guests. Shantay, you stay!”
DonnaHermanDonna via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/11/17
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“Very engaging and interesting. So much more in depth and natural than most celebrity press sound bite factories.”
Separate Beds via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/31/17
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“This is a great podcast for actors and non-actors alike! Jack Smart, the host, makes it feel more like a conversation than an interview. Really enjoyed learning about the back stories of the guests and hearing their advice for actors.”
MT61290 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/30/17
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