Todd Kramer and Jay Reum sit down with JB Blanc — the prolific, proficient, passionate, professional (and probably a plethora of other P's) actor whose career spans over 30 years across film, television, and voiceover.
JB has voiced over 400 video game characters — yes, four hundred — making him one of the most recognisable (and unrecognised) voices in modern entertainment. From gritty dramas to animated worlds and massive AAA game franchises, his body of work is a masterclass in range, stamina, and commitment to craft.
In this episode, the conversation moves effortlessly between voice acting, on-camera work, longevity, and the mindset required to keep evolving in an industry that never stands still. JB speaks candidly about discipline, professionalism, and what it actually takes to sustain a creative life without burning out.
Insightful, energising, and packed with real-world wisdom, this is an essential listen for actors curious about voiceover, career longevity, or simply how to keep showing up and doing the work at the highest level.
00:00 – Welcome & introducing JB Blanc
03:40 – A 30-year career in acting
08:30 – Early training and finding his footing
13:50 – Moving between stage, screen, and voice
19:20 – Entering the world of video games
24:50 – Voicing hundreds of characters
30:10 – Craft, consistency, and vocal stamina
35:40 – Professionalism on long-running careers
41:10 – Voice acting vs on-camera work
46:40 – Staying curious and adaptable
52:10 – Avoiding burnout in a high-output career
57:40 – What younger actors misunderstand about VO
01:03:10 – Longevity without complacency
01:08:40 – Choosing growth over comfort
01:14:00 – Advice for actors chasing sustainability
01:19:30 – Final thoughts & wrap-up
Have you ever underestimated the discipline behind voice acting? Are you curious about building longevity across multiple lanes of the industry? Drop a comment and let's talk range, resilience, and doing the work for the long haul.
The Count of Monte Cristo
Tristan & Isolde
Garfield
War Dogs
Breaking Bad
Barry
Better Call Saul
Over 300 video games
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