The Spiritual Psychology of Acting Podcast

Sep 25 2024 33 ep. 64 mins 2
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The Spiritual Psychology of Acting is a course for actors, both newcomers and those professionals seeking something more. In this podcast, creator of The Spiritual Psychology of Acting, John Osborne Hughes chats with his co-host and student, actor Jordan Turk, about all sorts of fascinating topics. Each week, John and Jordan discuss the philosophy, principles and techniques of great acting; sharing and exploring knowledge relating to the actor, the actor's life, and working in the industry.

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Active Embodiment

Sep 25 2024 15 mins  
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode In this bonus episode, we discuss the new course to come out of the Spiritual Psychology of Acting – Active Embodiment. We chat about what is and give all the details of how you can study it. Request the Free Active Embodiment Intro Recording: https://spiritualpsychologyofacting.com/courses/active-embodiment-online-int

Building a Successful Career with Special Guest Richard Brake

Sep 22 2024 90 mins  
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode We conclude our third season of the podcast by chatting to the brilliant, Richard Brake. If you don’t recognise the name, you will most definitely recognise the face as Richard has starred in a ton of movies and tv series over the last 20 years. After landing a supporting role in Christopher Nolan’s Batman Begins, Ri

Life Scripts

Aug 23 2024 87 mins  
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode This week’s episode is the final part of our mini-series on Transactional Analysis so if you haven’t listened to the previous three parts, do go back and check those out before listening to this one. Our final part is all about Life Scripts – the unconscious life plans we pick up in childhood, often without even kn

The Psychological Games People Play

Aug 15 2024 75 mins  
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode Have you ever found yourself in a conversation that feels strangely familiar, like you’re following a script you’ve played out a hundred times before? Do you ever wonder why certain interactions with others leave you feeling frustrated, confused, or even infuriated? What if I told you that these patterns are part of

The Art of Authentic Communication

Aug 08 2024 85 mins  
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode This week we are continuing our mini-series on Transactional Analysis – a powerful tool for understanding human behaviour and communication. We build here on the concepts we looked at in last week’s episode so if you haven’t listened to that already go back and familiarise with it before launching into this one. In

The Psychology of Human Relationships: An Introduction to Transactional Analysis

Aug 01 2024 80 mins  
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode This week, we are kicking off a special four part mini-series diving into the world of Transactional Analysis – a form of social psychology that explores the dynamics of human interactions and those hidden parts of ourselves that often dictate how we behave in life. For this mini-series, we drafted in an expert to help

Character Archetypes in Mythology

Jul 25 2024 74 mins  
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode This week we’re crossing the threshold and embarking on a journey through the timeless world of character archetypes. Have you ever wondered why certain characters resonate so deeply with us? Why we find ourselves rooting for the hero, delighted by the trickster, or guided by the mentor? It’s no coincidence that thes

Non-Duality and the Actor with Special Guest - Stephen Park

Jul 17 2024 75 mins  
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode This week features a conversation with American actor, Stephen Park. Stephen has had a varied career working with some of the best directors in the business. After a break out role in Spike Lee’s ‘Do the Right Thing’, Stephen went onto star in the popular 90s sketch comedy In Living Colour, and turned in a scene st

The Chakras for Actors

Jul 10 2024 73 mins  
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode This week we are looking at the Chakras – the energetic centres that influence every facet of our being. In our chat, we explore the ways in which the Chakras impact different areas of our lives – from our physical health and emotional well-being to our creative expression and spiritual growth. Whether you’re an ac

Body Language for Actors

Jul 02 2024 61 mins  
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode They say that actions speak louder than words and we’re putting that to the test this week as we explore the topic of non-verbals, commonly known as body language. Understanding and mastering body language can really help an actor deliver a performance that is rooted in truth and that resonates deeply with the audience