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Ep. 213: Why Silence Doesn’t Mean You’re Failing in Acting (And What To Do About It)

Ep. 213: Why Silence Doesn’t Mean You’re Failing in Acting (And What To Do About It)

Update: 2025-11-20
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What Should You Do When You Hear Nothing After Submitting?

Ever feel like your self-tapes vanish into a black hole?

If you're submitting to roles and getting no responses-no callbacks, no rejections, just crickets-this episode is for you.


Martin breaks down why the silence isn’t your fault and shows you how to shift your mindset and take control of your acting journey again.


Here’s what you’ll walk away with:

  • A powerful way to stop second-guessing your talent when casting stays silent
  • How to track your progress and test what’s actually working in your submissions
  • The surprising truth about why casting rarely gives feedback-and what to do instead


Press play to start using silence as your secret weapon for growth.


Email: martin@cityheadshots.com

Website: https://www.martinbentsen.com


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This show dives deep into the world of acting in film, exploring the journey of movie acting with stories, building confidence among aspiring actors, navigating auditions and productions, and offering insights from acting agents, coaches, and the challenges of becoming SAG-AFTRA eligible to advance your acting career, skills, and landing roles.

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Ep. 213: Why Silence Doesn’t Mean You’re Failing in Acting (And What To Do About It)

Ep. 213: Why Silence Doesn’t Mean You’re Failing in Acting (And What To Do About It)