This week, I'm joined by casting director and Spanish dialect consultant Miranda Martinez for a conversation about authenticity, representation, and the details that make performances feel real. Miranda shares how her background as both an actor and casting professional shapes the way she approaches finding talent and supporting performers.

We discuss the importance of language, culture, and lived experience in storytelling, from casting local talent in the Amazon for Icaros: A Vision to helping productions achieve accurate Spanish dialects and translations. Miranda also shares her journey through film and television casting, her passion for mentoring emerging artists, and why the most powerful performances begin with truth.