Phil LaMarr joins Mad Props with Chris Schnabel for a wide-ranging conversation on voice acting, animation, and building one of the most versatile careers in entertainment.
Phil is best known for his iconic roles as Hermes Conrad (Futurama), Samurai Jack, Green Lantern (Justice League), and his on-screen role in Pulp Fiction, but his career spans decades across animation, television, film, video games, and live action.
In this episode, Phil breaks down how he got into voice acting, the discipline behind sustaining a long-term career in Hollywood, and what separates good voice actors from great ones. He also shares behind-the-scenes stories from major animated series, lessons learned from working across genres, and advice for creatives trying to find longevity in a competitive industry.
Whether you grew up watching Cartoon Network, Adult Swim, or DC Animation, or you’re interested in the craft of voice acting itself, this episode delivers insight, nostalgia, and real talk from one of the most respected voices in the business.
Phil LaMarr
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Chris Schnabel
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Episode Produced by Joe Brown
Episode Edited by Chris Schnabel
Mad Props is a Schnabel Studios Production
Chapters:
0:00 – Intro: Phil LaMarr Joins Mad Props
2:30 – Breaking Into Acting & Early Career Lessons
7:45 – Transitioning into Voice Acting
13:10 – Becoming Hermes on Futurama
20:30 – Creating Samurai Jack & Finding Emotional Range
28:00 – Voice Acting vs On-Camera Acting
35:40 – Longevity in Animation & Hollywood
44:10 – Working Across TV, Film, and Video Games
52:30 – Advice for Aspiring Voice Actors
1:00:00 – Legacy Roles & Fan Impact
1:08:00 – Final Thoughts & Rapid Fire
