What happens when the career you were trained for no longer feels like the life you want?

On this episode of Next Act with Jeff Ornstein, Jeff sits down with British-French actor, performance capture artist, and certified Chubbuck coach Eric Geynes to explore his unconventional journey from competitive swimming to an international acting career.

Eric shares why he walked away from the security of a traditional career to pursue acting at 30, how his background as an athlete shaped his discipline as a performer, and what he has learned working across the U.S. and European entertainment industries.

They also dive into the Chubbuck acting technique, Eric's experience on Emily in Paris, the realities of auditions and rejection, maintaining your identity when you're not on set, and why mentoring the next generation of performers has become an important part of his career.

Eric also discusses The Constant Actor, his upcoming practical book designed to help actors continuously develop their craft, mindset, and relationship with the industry through short daily exercises.

For anyone navigating a career transition, pursuing a creative life, or wondering whether it's ever too late to follow the path you've always wanted, this conversation offers an inside look at what it takes to make the leap.