That One Audition with Alyshia Ochse

Today we dive into the incredible 40-year journey of Dylan Walsh, a true veteran who embodies persistence in Hollywood. Dylan has worked with some of the industry's biggest legends and has the stories to prove it. He shares how a chance encounter with a then-unknown Julia Roberts helped launch his career. You'll hear jaw-dropping behind-the-scenes stories from film history, including his experience at the legendary table read for A Few Good Men with Jack Nicholson and Tom Cruise. He also shares the acting masterclass he received while playing opposite Paul Newman and James Earl Jones. Finally, we dive into his career-defining role as "Sean McNamara" on the hit series Nip/Tuck and of course that iconic moment in episode 5 of the global sensation Heated Rivalry.
These are the unforgettable stories that landed Dylan Walsh right here.
Credits:
Heated Rivalry
Nip/Tuck
Blue Bloods
Superman & Lois
SEAL Team
Life Sentence
Nip/Tuck
Longmire
Revenge
Castle
NCIS: New Orleans
Secretariat
Congo
Gabriel's Fire
Guest Links:
IMDB: Dylan Walsh, Actor, Writer
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EPISODE CREDITS:
Host/Producer: Alyshia Ochse
Writer: Maddie McCormick
WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings
SOCIAL: Alara Cerikcioglu

In today's episode, we dive deep into Christina Chang's artistic evolution—from the "mental gymnastics" of navigating a year-and-a-half between projects to the bold decision to turn down a lucrative travel hosting contract to stay true to her acting roots. You'll hear the riveting behind-the-scenes story of how she won over Dick Wolf during a high-stakes "test" after a disastrous first take, and how she navigated playing the "mom of the century" in the global sensation Heated Rivalry. Whether you know her from her seven-season run as Dr. Audrey Lim on The Good Doctor or are curious what it's like to be part of an overnight phenomenon like Heated Rivalry, you won't want to miss Christina's candid perspective on what it really takes to build a lasting career in this business.
These are the unforgettable stories that landed Christina Chang right here.
Credits:
Heated Rivalry
The Good Doctor
Unstable
Random Hearts
24
Live Free or Die Hard
Rizzoli & Isles
Lucifer
NCIS
Nashville
Revenge
Desperate Housewives
Suits
Private Practice
Guest Links:
IMDB: Christina Chang, Actress, Producer
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CONSULTING: Get 1-on-1 advice for your acting career from Alyshia Ochse
COACHING: Get personalized coaching from Alyshia on your next audition or role
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INSTAGRAM: @thatoneaudition
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EPISODE CREDITS:
Host/Producer: Alyshia Ochse
Writer: Maddie McCormick
WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings
SOCIAL: Alara Cerikcioglu

Your best take might be the one you think you ruined. In this episode, a coaching session with a brilliant actress reveals one of the most common and costly habits actors carry into the room, the self-tape, and onto Zoom — cutting on themselves the moment something real and unexpected starts to happen. We break down why discovery feels like failure, why "nailing it" is often a trap, and why your feelings after a take simply cannot be trusted. Plus: the practical tools that pull you off autopilot and put your instrument back in the driver's seat — working with a coach who disrupts you, finding a reader who throws you, setting an intention before the take, and giving yourself a PSA after. Discovery is the job. Not the plan.
Subscribe now for insightful discussions, empowering interviews, and practical advice to enhance your career longevity and satisfaction.
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THE BRIDGE FOR ACTORS: Become a WORKING ACTOR
THE PRACTICE TRACK: Membership to Practice Weekly
CONSULTING: Get 1-on-1 advice for your acting career from Alyshia Ochse
COACHING: Get personalized coaching from Alyshia on your next audition or role
INSTAGRAM: @alyshiaochse
INSTAGRAM: @thatoneaudition
WEBSITE: AlyshiaOchse.com
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Subscribe today and be part of a community that celebrates resilience and passion in the world of acting! 🎙️ #ActorsResilience #RecoveryMindset #ThatOneAudition #PodcastJourney
CREDITS:
Host/Producer: Alyshia Ochse
WRITER: Alyshia Ochse
WE BSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings
SOCIAL: Alara Cerikcioglu

Get ready for a deep dive into the "yeasty moments" of acting life with David Lyons, as he reveals how he transitioned from studying criminology in Australia to landing a career-defining role on the juggernaut series ER. From the intense pressure of leading The Cape to his "blank slate" philosophy for capturing the "dark matter" of a performance, Dave offers a raw, behind-the-scenes look at the persistence needed to survive as an artist. Alongside stories of meeting his wife, Carly Pope, on a pilot and navigating their shared journey as actors, he delivers a powerful reminder that it is absolutely never too late to tell your story.
These are the unforgettable stories that landed David Lyons right here.
Credits:
The Beast in Me
The Night Agent
Truth Be Told
Electric Dreams
Eat, Pray, Love
The Cape
Safe Haven
E.R.
Revolution
The Commons
Sea Patrol
Guest Links:
IMDB: David Lyons, Actor, Director, Writer
THAT ONE AUDITION'S LINKS:
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THE BRIDGE FOR ACTORS: Become a WORKING ACTOR
THE PRACTICE TRACK: Membership to Practice Weekly
CONSULTING: Get 1-on-1 advice for your acting career from Alyshia Ochse
COACHING: Get personalized coaching from Alyshia on your next audition or role
INSTAGRAM: @alyshiaochse
INSTAGRAM: @thatoneaudition
WEBSITE: AlyshiaOchse.com
APPLE PODCASTS: Subscribe to That One Audition on Apple Podcasts
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EPISODE CREDITS:
Host/Producer: Alyshia Ochse
Writer: Maddie McCormick
WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings
SOCIAL: Alara Cerikcioglu

In this episode, we talk about the benefits of the Zoom audition. When to Zoom and when not to Zoom, that is the new conversation.
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THE BRIDGE FOR ACTORS: Become a WORKING ACTOR - 50% OFF
THE PRACTICE TRACK: Membership to Practice Weekly
CONSULTING: Get 1-on-1 advice for your acting career from Alyshia Ochse
COACHING: Get personalized coaching from Alyshia on your next audition or role
INSTAGRAM: @alyshiaochse
INSTAGRAM: @thatoneaudition
WEBSITE: AlyshiaOchse.com
APPLE PODCASTS: Subscribe to That One Audition on Apple Podcasts
SPOTIFY: Subscribe to That One Audition on Spotify
STITCHER: Subscribe to That One Audition on Stitcher
Subscribe today and be part of a community that celebrates resilience and passion in the world of acting! 
CREDITS:
Host/Producer: Alyshia Ochse
WRITER: Alyshia Ochse
WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings
SOCIAL: Alara Cerikcioglu