51. Casting Realities with Chandler Riggs

Season 3 of Casting Confidential is in full swing, and this week, Rose Rosen is joined by co-host and D.C.-based casting director Kimberly Skyrme for a dynamicconversation with actor Chandler Riggs. Best known for his breakout role on The Walking Dead, Chandler reflects on his early auditions, growing up in the industry,and the challenges of transitioning from child actor to adult professional. From his first self-tapes to navigating nerves in high-stakes rooms, Chandler shares the real behind-the-scenes of working with casting directors—and whathe’s learned about authenticity, confidence, and craft. Plus, we close with a standout live read featuring Julia Ford Collier and real-time feedback from our panel.Sponsors:Casting Networks@castingnetworkshttps://castingnetworks.com/confidentialWright Positive Films@shemeka_wrighthttps://www.wrightpositive.comMZ Studios Dallashttps://mzstudiosdallas.comHost, Creator and Producer:Rose Rosen, CSA@roserosencastingCo Host:Kimberly Skyrme@kimberlyskyrmeGuest:Chandler Riggs@chandlerriggs5Feedback Actor:Julia Ford Colier@juliafordcollierFollow the show and join our community on socials:@castingconfidentialHost, Creator and Producer:Rose Rosen, CSA@roserosencastingEditor:MZ Studioshttps://mzstudiosdallas.comMusic:Orville Wright@ohyeahbeatsArtwork:Ace Anderson@aceshotthatSides:StageMilk**Opinions expressed in Casting Confidential podcast are the opinions of each individual and do not represent the opinions of any other group or entity. Nothing in this show should be interpreted as an offer of employment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.