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About Small BusinessAbout Small Business Season 3, Episode 4 - Nic Redman, Nic Redman VoiceIn this episode of About Small Business, we’re joined by Nic Redman, a renowned voice coach, VoiceOver artist, and former stand-up comedian based in the North East of England. With a background in theatre, performance, and broadcasting, Nic shares how mastering your voice can unlock confidence, presence, and opportunity—both on and off the mic.We explore:The power of the human voice in communication and businessHow to improve vocal delivery, clarity, and confidenceWhat it's like working in the VoiceOver industryThe effects of AI-generated voices and how creatives are adaptingWhether you’re a speaker, podcaster, performer, or entrepreneur, this c...2025-06-1950 min
The Quality of Life PodcastBONUS: "We need to prioritise ourselves" - with Gitanjali Diwan and Nic RedmanToday, Raha meets Gitanjali and Nic. Gitanjali Diwan is the co-founder of Prana House, a wellness space and hub for practitioners and wellness seekers in Dubai. Nic Redman is a voice coach and director, who’s passionate about vocal confidence and its links to feeling good.This episode's highlights...Public speaking is a skill that can be learned.Creating a safe space is vital for healing.Asking for help is a sign of strength.Self-discovery is a journey that varies for everyone.Your unique voice and style matter...2025-05-0625 minThe Quality of Life Podcast"Mastering Your Voice" - with Nic Redman and Gitanjali DiwanToday, Raha meets Gitanjali and Nic. Gitanjali Diwan is the co-founder of Prana House, a wellness space and hub for practitioners and wellness seekers in Dubai. Nic Redman is a voice coach and director, who’s passionate about vocal confidence and its links to feeling good.This episode's highlights...Public speaking is a skill that can be learned.Creating a safe space is vital for healing.Asking for help is a sign of strength.Self-discovery is a journey that varies for everyone.Your unique voice and style matte...2025-05-0231 min
Table Rush Talk Show!752 - How Nic Redman Turned Her Voice Into a Business—and Why You Should TooIf you've ever wanted to turn your natural talents into a business with real impact, then you must hear how Nic Redman went from West End performer to powerhouse voice coach. This episode goes way beyond vocal warm-ups—it's about self-expression, confidence, and the freedom that comes from mastering your message. Nic’s story is a masterclass in how to find your niche, own it unapologetically, and build a business around what makes you you.✍️ Show Notes:In this episode, Mischa sits down with vocal coach and voice-over expert Nic Redman to explore:How Nic acci...2025-04-171h 03
Nurture Your ZestThe Science and Soul of Your Voice - Nurture Your Zest with Nic RedmanJoin your host Ashleigh King as she chats to Nic Redman, voice coach, author of On the Mic, and host of 'The Voice Coach Podcast'. 🎙️Nic is a multi-talented accent chameleon who loves to help her clients find and celebrate their unique vocal signature.Themes of this conversation:🌵Nic’s favourite party trick accents as a child🌵The wonky path which brought Nic to what she’s doing now today🌵Facing rejection on the West End🌵Dabbling in standup and voiceover work🌵Dyspraxia and the impact it can ha...2025-03-1946 min
Beyond The Bio079: Finding your Voice with Nic RedmanHow can we harness the power of our voice to sound more confident when speaking?Nic Redman has spent nearly 20 years recording, speaking, and helping podcasters, speakers, and corporate professionals feel confident and at home on the mic. Her expertise has been featured on BBC and Times Radio and in The Guardian, The Irish Times, and Metro.As a voice coach and director, Nic works with everyone from startup founders to C-suite executives at multinational corporations, as well as household names and global brands, helping them refine their vocal delivery and connect creatively with their...2025-02-0325 min
The Podcaster's Guide to a Visible VoiceWarm Up to a Healthier, More Confident Voice with Nic RedmanWhat can you do to keep your voice in tip-top shape? As podcasters, we use our voices a lot. Chances are, that essential instrument of yours has temporarily abandoned you in the past. Whether the symptom stems from getting sick or from overuse, waking up to croaks, rasps, or silence is an awful feeling, especially if deadlines or interviews are looming. In this timely episode, Mary returns to the mic on the heels of her own voice loss to talk swollen vocal folds and slug tongue with Nic Redman, a vocal coach and voiceover artist who has spent almost 20 y...2024-10-2842 min
Be Truly HeardMaking Friends With The Mic With Nic RedmanIn this episode of Be Truly Heard, I’m joined by the brilliant voice coach and podcasting expert, Nic Redman. Together, we unpack the challenges that many podcasters and speakers face, from getting comfortable with the sound of their own voice to overcoming the perfectionism that can hold them back. Nic shares her insights on how to stay true to yourself on the mic, sound natural, and find your voice without getting lost in technicalities. If you’ve ever felt intimidated by the thought of speaking publicly or recording, this is an episode that...2024-10-1720 min
Podcasting Morning ChatVocal Tips for Podcasters with Nic RedmanToday is International Podcast Day, and we are celebrating our most valuable asset - our voices. Voice coach and expert Nic Redman joins us from across the pond and shares insightful tips on vocal health, overcoming self-consciousness, and sounding more natural. No matter where you are in your podcasting journey, this episode will help you discover your vocal potential and embrace the unique qualities that make your voice shine.
Episode Highlights:
[6:38] Support for Hurricane Helene Victims
[12:33] Meet Nic Redman
[16:02] Self-editing and the effect on your voice
[31:25] Vocal Warm-Up and...2024-09-301h 09
NeuroConversant Leadership36: Nic Redman on using your authentic voice - Mind Body and BreathSummary
Nic Redman, a spoken voice and recording coach, discusses the importance of voice training and communication in corporate environments. She emphasizes the need to focus on the impact and emotional connection in communication rather than just the technical aspects. Redman highlights the significance of vocal warm-ups to prepare the voice and release tension. She suggests quick and easy exercises that can be done anywhere. Redman also emphasizes the holistic nature of voice, involving the body, mind, and breath. She explains how pitch and variety play a role in effective communication, and encourages authentic expression to make...2024-03-2130 min
Singing Teachers TalkEp.153 Mastering the Spoken Voice for Recording with Nic RedmanJoining Alexa this week is Nic Redman, who has been working with the spoken voice for almost 20 years and who is the author of the best-selling book ‘On the Mic’. Nic has featured across the BBC, Times Radio, The Guardian, Irish Times, and The Metro. She offers one-to-one coaching for voice-over artists, narrators, podcasters, and speakers to master their speaking voice, working with the likes of Peloton and comedian Sarah Millican.KEY MOMENTS ‘I had this like, ping of this feels nice. This feels where I'm supposed to be on the mic...2024-03-2044 min
The Podcast SpaceS1 60. Vocal Care Tips for Podcasters during Cold and Allergy Seasons, with Vocal Coach Nic RedmanAre you a podcaster who struggles with nasal sounds or finds it challenging to maintain vocal health while recording episodes during cold or allergy seasons? Fear no more, as we’ve invited our vocal health expert, Nic Redman, to join us in this episode of The Podcast Space to delve into essential tips and insights on how podcasters can overcome nasal sounds, stay healthy, and record with minimal issues. Stay tuned until the end as Nic shares a real-time exercise to drain our sinus and bring more relief to your recordings!DISCLAIMER: Even though Nic Re...2024-03-0626 min
Audiobooks with AnaAwA Ep03 Nic RedmanIn this episode we chat with the incredible Nic Redman.
Nic shared lots of stories about her career from musical theatre, through stand up, to her love of learning and all she brings to the voice industry - including her classes, groups, retreats, podcasts and her new book "On The Mic".
Her love of new things and her discovery on our behalf allows us to empower ourselves and frees us up to do better every day.
Take a listen!
https://nicolaredman.com/on-the-mic-book/
The Voice Coach...2024-01-1055 min
Indian Podcasting RevolutionPodPros: Unlocking your confident and captivating Podcast Voice | Nic RedmanPodPros is the series where we bring insights from global podcasting experts to accelerate the rise of podcasts in India. In this experential episode, the host Roshni Baronia is getting tips on honing your podcasting voice from Nic Redman, globally renowned Voice Coach, 2x Podcaster and Author of book On The Mic.Discover the fascinating world of voice and its magical power to create authentic and authoritative podcasts. As per Nic, it all begins with mindset and self-discovery to shatter the inhibitions you may have around your voice. She shares client examples of how...2023-12-2036 min
VO BOSSVocal Health with Nic Redman In this episode, Anne is joined by vocal health expert Nic Redman to unlock the key to vocal mastery. Together, they delve into the significance of warm-ups, breath control, and overcoming imposter syndrome. Discover the holistic approach to warming up that saves time, enhances performance, and ensures the longevity of your voice. Explore the vital role breath plays in voiceover and gain techniques to master longer phrases while maintaining the sentence and breath system. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your voice and take your skills to the next level. 0:00:01 - Anne Hey everyone, welcome to th...2023-06-2730 min
The Just Bloody Post It PodcastEp #119 Making your podcast possible a LIVE SPECIAL with Nic Redman, Suzi Dale and Hilary Salzman**Mind your ears for mild some swearing**
What a bloody treat! I got to record a real life on-the-sofa-next-to-me show with some favourite work pals at The Podcast Show London 2023. And here it is for you to wrap your ears and thoughts around.
Nic Redman (voice coach), Suzi Dale (podcast producer), Hilary Salzman (copywriting storyteller) and I all have our own podcast. And in this special edition of #JustBloodyPostIt we talk about
what makes it possible to start a podcast
why you'd bother doing something so slightly tricky
why more women aren't doing it
a...2023-05-3141 min
The Creative Pulse podcastEp 86: Nic Redman - Spoken Voice CoachNic Redman is a spoken voice coach and voiceover artist who uses her many talents to help professional voice users explore their vocal potential so they can reach their speaking, recording and performance goals.She has a Master’s degree in voice studies from the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama. Nic has taught voice, voiceover and accents at some of the top drama schools and theatres across the UK. She has her own podcast called the Voice Coach Podcast, and is a co-host of The VO Social Podcast. Nic has created tools that yo...2023-05-0338 min
Podcasting 101 with RachaelWarm up your Voice with Nic RedmanI chat with Nic Redman about your voice in this week's episode! Nic is a voice coach and helps podcasters get their voices ready to record. Nic shares that it's about prepping your voice so you don't have to think about it whilst you're recording. The exercises that she recommends (and are featured in her book "On the Mic") can help overcome the barriers and hang-ups we all have about our voices. Nic is a big advocate of warming up your voice and is great for regulating your breath, releasing tension...2023-04-2631 min
The Best GuestSecrets to Sounding Your Best with Voice Coach Nic RedmanIn this week's episode of The Best Guest we welcome author, voice actor and coach Nic Redman to the podcast.We talk about:How to warm up for a podcast interviewNerves, breathing and umms and ahsNic's set up for podcasting and voice oversAbout Nic RedmanNic helps professional voice users explore their vocal potential so they can reach their speaking, recording and performance goals. She’s taught voice, voiceover & accents at some of the top drama schools & theatres across the UK and has carried out voice overs for clients including the BB...2023-04-2525 min
The Voice Coach Podcast088 Is Steaming or Nebulising Better for Your Vocal Health?This is a question I get asked a lot: what is better for my vocal health, steaming or nebulising? You'll learn the difference between them, how they affect the vocal tract and the voice, and how to do them properly. I also share my nebulising and steaming routines, which moment of the day is better for each of them, and more. What You'll Learn In This Episode:The differences between steaming and nebulisingWhat hot steam and cold droplets do to your voice and your vocal tractWhich one of the two is the best option to hydrate y...2023-04-0311 min
The Podcast SpaceS1 11. “I hate writing, I rather talk it”: how a podcast can birth a #1 Bestseller Book on Amazon, with Nic RedmanWriting a book sounds like a daunting, scary, and overwhelming experience, but what if I told you that your podcast already provides a in-depth insight into what that book could be?Award-winning author, podcaster, and vocal coach Nic Redman joins us again to talk about the process of putting together her #1 Bestseller book ‘On The Mic’. At the time of the recording of our conversation, we had NO idea the book would top charts all around the world, and in MULTIPLE categories, so that makes this interview a LOT more interesting!If you missed part 1 of t...2023-03-2933 min
How Do You Say That?!Nic Redman: The one with the Unexpected Poem!In this week’s “How do you Say That?!”, brand new author Nic Redman joins Sam and Mark to show that breathing can affect every aspect of your voice performance... how to banish a popping plosive, and how her Northern Irish lilt can work magic with a poem, and of course we'll find out about her new book "On The Mic".We’d love you to join in and send us your version of one of the reads in today’s show – just pop it onto an mp3 and send it to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.ukScript 1...2023-03-1732 min
19StoriesNic Redman . Voiceover Insights and InspirationsIt’s hard to believe we are well into the first quarter of 2023 especially since my guest, Nic Redman, first chatted with me at the end of 2021 in episode 37 along with her co-host and creator of the longest running, most listened to and reviewed podcast in the UK, ‘The Voiceover Social’ Since then, Nic and Leah created and published the highly lauded “The Voiceover Career Planner '', which is now in its second edition. Nic then went on to create "The Voice Deck”, which offers 38 vocal warm-up cards and she is now about to release her highly anticipated...2023-03-1036 min
19StoriesEncore Presentation: Nic Redman & Leah MarksIt's hard to believe that it's been well over a year since Nic Redman and Leah Marks joined me back in November of 2021 for Episode 37. So much crazy success has transpired for both of these dynamic women and Nic Redman will be joining me next week to chat about something very exciting that she's been up to. For those who have yet to listen to Ep 37, Nic and Leah are the co-hosts and creators of the Longest running, most listened to and reviewed podcast in the UK, ‘The Voiceover Social’, which won the Inspiration Award at th...2023-03-0159 min
The Podcast SpaceS1 6. How to sound more like the real 'you', with vocal coach Nic RedmanDo you wish you liked the sound of your own voice?Do you wish that podcasting came 'naturally' to you?Do you wish... you sounded more engaging and expressive on your podcast?If you replied 'yes' to any of the 3 statements above, congrats, this episode is for you! I sat down with one of my favorite humans on the planet, voice over actor, and award-winning podcaster, Nic Redman, to talk about how to do all the above, plus, very actionable tips on easy ways to stop worrying about sounding like an...2023-02-2238 min
AUDIT 15 FUNEpisode 69 - Confident Voice - Nic RedmanDo you have to present information in your non-native language?
Have you noticed how the tone of your voice sounds different in your native language vs. other languages?
You are not alone.
Many cultures, unfortunately, still associate accents and "different" tones with the speaker's education and even intelligence.
What can you do to sound more confident? Listen to voice expert Nic Redman to find out!
Nic's website: https://nicolaredman.com/2023-02-1510 min
The Visceral Voice PodcastNic Redman: Creating Quality Voice Overs - UneditedIn this episode, I have a conversation with Nic Redman from The Voice Coach Podcast about her experience with coaching voice over actors. Check it out and listen for some of her helpful tips.Nic is a voiceover artist, vocal coach and podcaster based in the UK. She provides voice, speech and recording coaching to podcasters, actors, comedians, public speakers, business professionals via 1-2-1 sessions, group workshops and residential retreats. She is the founder of Voice & Accent Hub group on Facebook, a 5000 strong community of fellow voice geeks and writes/hosts The Voice Coach Podcast offering...2023-02-0640 min
Digital CreatorPreparing Your Body and Voice for Podcasting with Nic RedmanNic Redman is a voice coach who helps podcasters and professionals reach their speaking, recording and performance goals. Today, Nic is sharing her top tips on how to warm up your voice so that you're at your best. If you've ever not enjoyed the sound of your own voice because you think it's too quiet or too harsh, this is one episode you can't miss. Key takeaways: Speaking may feel harder if you're more nervous, so it's important to do a risk assessment of the stakes involved before recording. You can get over the sound...2023-01-2727 min
The Audiobook Club with John YorkNic Redman | Voice Coach, Voiceover Artist, & PodcasterIn this week's episode, we're so lucky to be joined by voice coach, VO artist, and podcaster... Nic Redman!Nic's Links:Instagram: @NicRedVoiceTikTok: @ThevVoiceCoachPodcastTwitter: @NicRedmanVoiceYouTube: @NicolaRedmanFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thevoiceandaccenthubhttps://nicolaredman.com/Nic's Podcasts:The Voice Coach Podcast: https://nicolaredman.com/the-voice-coach-podcast/The VO Social: https://www.thevosocial.com/Nic's Courses and Retreats:The Vocal Empowerment Program: https://nicolaredman.com/voice-coach...2023-01-2042 min
The Voice Coach Podcast085 Why Does My Voice Get Higher when I'm Nervous or Emotional?In today's episode, I'll answer why your voice gets to a higher pitch whenever you are nervous or emotional, and how to gain more control over it in these situations. I'll also share three things you can do to counteract the effect of those emotions in your voice, which will help you in the moment of speaking itself. What You Will Learn In This Episode:Why your voice changes when the nerves kick in How tension affects your voice pitchHow warmups and body stretches can help you control your voice pitchThe importance of staying grounded while sp...2023-01-0210 min
Podcasting in 3 Easy Steps#15 How to sound conversational reading from a script (A TAKEOVER with Nic Redman)This is the third TAKEOVER of the podcast by voice coach and voice over artist Nic Redman.
This topic is probably one of the most discussed when we are helping people to start their own podcast. They struggle to sound conversational when they are reading from a script- which we need because we can't remember everything can we!?
So in this the last of voice coach Nic Redman's takeover she's back to share her tips of sounding relaxed and just like you.
So 'How to sound conversational reading from a script in 3 Easy S...2022-12-2005 min
The Voice Coach Podcast084 Tips for Managing Reflux and its Effects on Your Speaking VoiceIn this episode, I'll share my top tips to prevent reflux during the holiday season. You'll also learn how reflux affects your voicing, how to adjust your routine to avoid experiencing it throughout the year, and more. What Is Covered:What is Laryngopharyngeal reflux and how can it affect your voiceHow to avoid experiencing reflux during the holidaysThe benefits of having your meals as early as you canHow to use gravity in your favour to prevent refluxThe benefits of hydration, proper rest and healthy eating habitsTo avoid experiencing the voice-crippling effects of reflux, y...2022-12-1910 min
Podcasting in 3 Easy Steps#14 How to connect with your audience using your voice ( A TAKEOVER with Nic Redman)This is the second TAKEOVER of the podcast by voice coach and voice over artist Nic Redman.
Do you want to create a deeper connection with your audience? We all know that audio is powerful, whether it be radio or podcasts it creates an intimacy between broadcaster and listener. So in this episode of the podcast Nic shares 'How to connect with your audience using your voice in 3 Easy Steps'
Here are Nic's 3 Easy Steps:
1. Picture your audience as 1 person
2. Change the focus of your voice – it’s not about you it’s...2022-12-1304 min
Podcasting in 3 Easy Steps#13 How to work with your accent (A TAKEOVER with Nic Redman)This is the first of 3 TAKEOVERS of the podcast by the brilliant voice coach and voice over artist Nic Redman.
If you have a fabulous accent but have concerns about how it's going to sound on your podcast this episode is for you!
Nic is here to share her 3 Easy Steps of 'How to work with your accent as a podcaster'. In short, she's all about EMBRACING your accent and sharing it with your audience and she's going to share her ways of doing it well.
Here are Nic's 3 Easy Steps:
1. Get...2022-12-0603 min
The Voice Coach Podcast083 How to Have a Good Time at the Christmas Party and Still Have a Voice the Next DayThis week, I bring some tips to enjoy yourself during the holiday season and take care of your voice at the same time. You’ll learn how to be ready for your end-of-the-year voice gigs, avoid getting sick and conduct yourself at parties without risking the health of your voice.What Is Covered:How to be vocally ready for the end of the year party seasonWhat I did wrong during the last holiday and how it affected my workWhy you should drink water before, during, and after every social eventHow avoiding late snacks can improve your vo...2022-12-0511 min
The Voice Coach Podcast081 Non-Voice Books to Read to Help with Your Voice Training JourneyThis week, to keep things on the book recommendation trail going, I'll share three non-voice books you should add to your library to help you improve your voice training journey. What We Cover:- Understand the marks trauma has left in your body with The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk- The more you learn about breathing, the better. Master your breathing with Breathe in, Breathe Out by Stuart Sandeman- Encourage better and more productive habits with A...2022-11-0708 min
Vox TalkScheduling Your Voice Over Studio with Nic Redman and Leah MarksDo you have challenges with time management? How about remembering what you need to do next? Nic Redman and Leah Marks from The VO Social share tips for keeping yourself on track, motivated and feeling accomplished with insights from the latest edition of The VO Planner. Leah and Nic reveal how getting organized, creating habits, […]2022-10-2500 min
Video Edge: Course Creators Guide to Video Content Creation023 - Find Your Voice: with Voiceover Artist and Vocal Coach, Nic RedmanThis is the first podcast recorded since moving house, so the new studio is a work in progress – and my audio is less than perfect!
However, after 5 months I finally managed to pin down the lovely Nic Redman for a podcast chat! She is a voiceover artist and a spoken voice and accent coach with the most beautiful Irish accent, or as she would describe herself – a fully-fledged voice geek! So much so that her obsession led her back to drama school to gain a Masters Degree in Vocal Pedagogy.
Nic is all about embracing your...2022-09-2126 min
The Voice Coach Podcast077 How to Ensure Your Warm Up Is Working for YouAs a speaker, the most empowering thing you can do with your voice is to know it like the palm of your hand and how to take care of it. Today's episode is a guide to help you check your voice, see where you could improve your voice care, and ensure solid and consistent performances. What You Will Learn In This Episode:- One of the best ways of nailing and understanding your voice- The importance of regularly checking how you feel using your voice2022-09-1209 min
The Voice Coach Podcast076 The Vocal Empowerment Series - Nic's Chat to... Caroline Goyder!Today, in the last installment of the Vocal Empowerment Series, I have the pleasure of chatting with the voice expert and best-selling author Caroline Goyder. We explore the crucial role of the body in vocal empowerment, how imposter syndrome affects our voicing abilities, and what gravitas sounds like and means to Caroline. We look at vocal empowerment through the lens of mindfulness, discuss Caroline’s books and her idea that we, as humans, are not finished products. We talk about voicing and communication as a dance, not a picture, the role of nerves before a voice gig, and...2022-08-2934 min
The Voice Coach Podcast075 The Vocal Empowerment Series - Nic Chats to Samara Bay!My guest Samara Bay is an Author, Coach, Podcast Host and International Speaker. We delve into Samara's passion for studying accents and their origins, how we relate to the sounds we hear, and how we are socially conditioned to think about them. We talk about the social phenomena of judging and being judged by how we sound, and what it really means to sound like our true self.Samara also talks about her experience of losing her voice in her 20s, shares her thoughts on vocal empowerment and tips on how to embrace it. 2022-08-1547 min
The Voice Coach Podcast074 The Vocal Empowerment Series - Nic’s Chat to Tor Spence of VoiceFitUKToday I share the best parts of my conversation with the brilliant Tor Spence, Voice and Upper Airway Specialist, and the Founder of VoiceFit Private Speech Therapy Services.We delve into some voice health issues like reflux, its causes, how to identify it, and the consequences of it being misdiagnosed. Tor shares her thoughts on voice empowerment, how you can benefit from it, and how to better know your voice from a vocal health perspective. She also offers top tips for keeping your voice healthy and consistent during hay fever season, what inflammation might look and feel...2022-08-0144 min
The Voice Coach Podcast073 Making Your Voice Warm Up a HabitToday's episode is all about habits and how to incorporate your vocal warm ups and voice care into your daily routines. I'll share a few tips to help you make space in your day and turn your voice work more habitual. I’ll also talk about navigating new habits using timers, rewards, a warm up partner, or sticking fun things at the end of your voice work or warm ups. What You Will Learn In This Episode:- Why it is so hard to maintain your vocal warm up routines through time2022-07-1810 min
The Voice Coach Podcast069 How to Eliminate Mouth Noises and Clicks when RecordingThis week's episode is all about mouth noises. We'll focus on three most common - saliva clicks, nasal farts, and behavioural lips and tongue smacks. We'll learn to identify and understand why we produce them and focus on what we can do to avoid them. What You Will Learn In This Episode:- The things we should focus on to eliminate behavioural mouth sounds- The three main reasons why we produce saliva and how to prevent them- What nasal farts a...2022-05-2313 min
The Voice Coach Podcast068 How to Have Enough Breath for Longer PhrasesHave you noticed that you never run out of breath in the middle of a sentence, but you do when you have to record a long-phrase written by somebody else? In today's episode, I'll reveal why this happens and I'll share three exercises that will help you get to the end of any phrase with plenty of air in your lungs. What You Will Learn In This Episode:Why it is that we run out of breath when recording words we haven't written ourselvesThe link between our thoughts and breathingWhy it’s okay to breathe in the...2022-05-0913 min
The Voice Coach Podcast067 How to Master Your Vocal Warm UpToday, I'll answer one of the questions I get a lot during my one-on-one coaching sessions: how do I know what to do during my warm up? Although the answer is quite simple: awareness, it leads to three less simple things we should be aware of to perform the perfect warm up for us. After listening to this episode, you'll know what you need to be mindful of to perform the warm up your voice needs. What You Will Learn In This Episode:- What a warm up really is and what y...2022-04-2513 min
The Audiobook Speakeasy PodcastEpisode 92: Nic RedmanTonight's guest is voice actor, vocal coach, and accent and dialect coach Nic Redman!
Nic tells me about how her acting background eventually led to a voiceover career. She goes on to describe her continuing education in voice studies, and how that led to being able to help voice actors take care of their voices, as well as how to speak with different accents and dialects. All this over a bog standard, builder's brew cup of tea and a two-orange French Mimosa!
You can find Nic online at https://www.nicredmanvoice.com, and on Twitter...2022-01-3055 min
Everyday VOpreneur® with Marc ScottThe Basics of Vocal Care with Nic Redman - Episode 143Do you do vocal warmups each day or before your sessions? Are you really doing anything to protect your voice? Have you ever even thought about the importance of protecting your voice or even taking basic care of your voice?
For many voice actors, vocal care is something we don't think of until we need it, and sometimes when we need it, it can already be almost too late!
In this episode, Vocal Coach Nic Redman offers up plenty of insights into the basics of vocal care including things like warmups, car...2022-01-271h 01
The Voice Coach Podcast052 3 Fun Games to Help Fit Your Voice Training in Over ChristmasChristmas is almost here, a time to celebrate and spend time with our loved ones. Still, that shouldn't be a reason to stop taking care of our voices. To keep things playful while caring for our voices during the holidays, I came up with three fun festive-themed voice games. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - The Lip Trill Olympics - Three Festive-themed Tongue Twisters - The Hydration Station These exercises shouldn't take you away from your family. You can drop them right there while you celebrate. Remember t...2021-12-2006 min
19StoriesLeah Marks & Nic Redman . The Duo Behind The Voiceover SocialNic Redman and Leah Marks are the co-hosts and creators of the Longest running, most listened to and reviewed podcast in the UK, ‘The Voiceover Social’, which won the Inspiration Award at this years One Voice Awards, and was also was Runner up in the 2021 International Women’s Podcast Awards, a 2021 British Podcasts Awards Nominee, a Finalist in the 2021 ’Podcasting for Business Awards’ and a SOVAS Arts Awards Nominee. Separately, they are a treasure trove of talent as well. Originally hailing from Manchester, England, Leah Marks has amassed quite the voiceover career including appearances in several Radio 4 plays,TV co...2021-11-2759 min
19StoriesNic Redman & Leah Marks . TeaserNic Redman and Leah Marks of The VO Social; the award-winning and most popular podcast in the United Kingdom, join me for a full-length episode which drops next Saturday, November 27. In the meantime, here's a bit of the fun (and challenges) I had while chatting with these two hi-octane ladies from across the Pond. Grab a cup of tea and get a taste of what's in store. For more of their witty banter, to learn about Nic and Leah and to listen to their VO Social podcast, go to https://www.thevosocial.com/2021-11-2007 min
Podcasting Tips, Podcast Growth, Listeners to Clients | The Podcast to Amplify ShowFinding Confidence in Your Podcasting Voice w/ Nic Redman [Ep 23]As a podcaster, our voice is so important. So what can we do to look after it and get the most out of it? Joining me in this episode is Nic Redman, a spoken voice coach and accent specialist, voiceover artist and podcaster, who’s worked her magic on the likes of Sarah Millican, Denise Welsh and Kris Hitchen and for productions on CBBC, BBC Radio 4, Radio 2 and Netflix - helping people use their voices in a multitude of different ways. Key takeaways from this episodeExercises to prep your voice before you start recording What is...2021-10-2841 min
The Voice Coach Podcast040 Where to Find Some Free Taster Voice LessonsI'm recording today’s episode on my birthday! We are also coming to the end of Back To Voice School Week, and I want to take this opportunity to thank all the participants, talk a bit about what we have done and what resources are still available for those who missed it. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - What we've done in the Back To Voice School Week - Where you can find videos and extra resources if you missed this one - The power hour one-off sessions available in...2021-09-2009 min
The Voice Coach Podcast036 Articulation 005: How to Release the Tongue for Extra Vocal ClarityToday, we will work on the release of another movable articulator - the tongue. We will explore the tongue, analyse its connection with resonance and the quality of our voicing, and perform a tongue release exercise. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - The effects of tongue tension on our voicing and resonance - A simple yet effective exercise to release tongue tension As the tongue is crucial in shaping consonants and vowels, it can accumulate unhelpful tension. Excessive tongue tension can cause speaking difficulties, also known as tripping over...2021-08-2308 min
The Voice Coach Podcast035 Articulation 004: Jaw Release and Improving Your Speaking VoiceIn today's episode, we talk about jaw tension, the different reasons that might cause it, and how to release it. Then, as an intro to jaw release, I will share some exploratory exercises to help relax the jaw, which is one of our main articulators. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - The possible reasons why you are experiencing jaw tension, and the benefits of learning to release it - The link between jaw tension and how we've been conditioned throughout our lives - The role of awareness in releasing j...2021-08-1614 min
The Power of Music and VoiceEpisode 7: It's All About the Voice with Nic RedmanVoice is used so much, we use voice all the time whether it’s singing, acting, giving therapy sessions, presenting, voiceovers and the voice needs to be look after to be able to perform properly. So, in this episode I am talking to the lovely Nic Redman all about the voice and how it's become her passion and work. Nic is a voice actor and a voice & accent coach working internationally with clients on all aspects of vocal technique including vocal health. We talk about how Nic became so passionate about learning so much about the voice, accen...2021-08-1025 min
The Voice Coach Podcast034 Articulation 003: How to Improve Vocal Clarity through Releasing and Toning the ArticulatorsIn this episode, continuing with our articulation series, we will talk about the two steps we need to take to warm up and get our articulators ready - releasing and toning. As usual, we will perform some exercises to explore different ways to release and tone our articulators. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - The importance of releasing and toning our articulators - How gurning can help us release and stretch the articulators - What is the drawstring bag face, and how it allows us to release and tone...2021-08-0912 min
The Holistic Voice: Navigating Your Life as a VocalistVoice-Over part 2: Digging deeper with professional artist, Nic Redman!Today our guest on the show is Nic Redman, voice actor and voice/accent coach hailing from Northern Ireland and based in Manchester, United Kingdom. We dig deeper into the voice over world by exploring how to get started in the industry, what "networking" really means, how to market yourself, and valuable advice for those who are looking for a correlating career in voice! Reach out to Nicola! The Voice Coach PodcastThe VO Social Podcast - A British Podcast Awards Nominee! Proud member of the NATSCAST network! Visit to find...2021-08-0644 min
The Voice Coach Podcast033 Articulation 002: Getting to Know Your Articulators and How They Make SoundsToday's episode is about articulators and how they make sound. We will explore each one of our mouth's articulators, their location, function, and the sounds associated with them. This episode is about raising awareness of the articulators, so we can make better use of them. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - The relevance of articulation awareness for our voicing - The difference between movable and non-movable articulators - What are the different sounds produced in the hard and the soft palate - What is the...2021-08-0213 min
The Voice Coach Podcast032 Articulation 001: What is Articulation in Voice TrainingToday we will start the next stage of our voice prep journey. We've already worked on physical release, breath, resonance, bringing the voice in, and now we will start with articulation. As a first step, we will define what articulation is, how it can improve our voicing, and present every element involved in it to get familiar with the articulation terminology. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - What articulation is about, and its relationship with accents - What the articulators are, and the difference between passive and active articulators2021-07-2613 min
VO BOSSVoice and AI: Plan B with Nic Redman & Leah MarksDo you have a plan B for your voiceover business? Now is the time to up your acting game so a robot can never replace you! Anne welcomes the dynamic duo of Nic Redman and Leah Marks, hosts of the longest-running, most-listened-to voiceover podcast in the UK! These three BOSSES talk about how to make yourself indispensable as a voice actor and how to advocate for proper AI voice regulation More at: https://voboss.com/voice-and-ai-plan-b2021-07-2023 min
The Voice Coach Podcast031 How to Sound Conversational When Youre Reading from a ScriptThis week, I'm answering a question I've seen asked a lot on the voice forums I regularly visit: how to make reading a script sound conversational. To answer this, I'll share my four top tips to make reading a script sound not only conversational, but authentic and natural as well. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - The importance of practising sight-reading - How write-as-we-speak can help us to sound more natural - How we can modify our script to make it sound more natural - Why a p...2021-07-1910 min
The Voice Coach Podcast030 Resonance 004 - Balancing Resonance for an Expressive and Interesting Speaking VoiceCelebrating our 30th episode, we will learn about balancing the resonance. We will start with a quick voice warmup, and then we will perform some explorative exercises that will help us access resonance qualities and learn to balance them. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - What balancing the resonance means and how it can help us develop our voicing - How to perform a five-minute voice warmup - Why it is essential to increase our resonance potential - Practicing simple yet effective exercises to balance our resonance2021-07-1216 min
The Voice Coach Podcast029 Resonance 003 - How to Find Vocal Variety and Expression in Your Speaking VoiceAfter a slight digression on dealing with hay fever, we are continuing with our resonance training. In this episode, we will work on increasing our resonance awareness in order to find vocal variety and expression in our speaking voice. We will talk about primary and secondary resonance spaces, and we will practice some exploration exercises to identify the areas of our vocal tract we can use to manipulate resonance. What You Will Learn in This Episode: - What are the elements involved in resonance, according to Michael McCallion - Exploration exercises to increase r...2021-07-0520 min
The Voice Coach Podcast028 What to Do When Hay Fever Affects Your VoiceWe will pause our resonance training to talk about allergies, more specifically about hay fever. In this episode, I will share seven tips that might help mitigate the effects of this stational affection. We will go through the medications' side effects we need to be careful of, and some exercises to help us keep things on track. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - The importance of letting the doctor know we work with our voice before he prescribes any medicine - How staying hydrated can help us with hay fever 2021-06-2811 min
The Voice Coach Podcast027 Resonance 002 - How to Encourage Vocal Resonance Through Tension ReleaseIn this episode, we will continue talking about resonance. We will break down Barbara Houseman's definition of resonance, and I will share some exercises to encourage awareness of the spaces that affect our resonance potential. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - What resonance can offer to our voicing - How we can explore our resonance potential - A few soft palate, pharyngeal, and tongue release exercises When it comes to our voicing and the message we have to share, it is really not about what we are t...2021-06-2115 min
The Voice Coach Podcast026 Resonance 001 - What Is Vocal ResonanceIn today's episode, we will define and understand what vocal resonance is, and how we can improve it. I'll also share some simple exercises to increase resonance awareness and feel the vibrations in our bodies. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - What resonance is, and how it affects our voicing - How resonance affects the tonal quality of our voice - How different tensions in the vocal tract can affect the resonance - Why it is crucial to increase awareness around resonance - Some exercises...2021-06-1416 min
The Voice Coach Podcast025 Exercises for Increasing Breath Capacity When SpeakingIn this episode, we will talk about breath capacity for voicing, and understand it from a holistic perspective, rather than from a mechanical aspect. I will also share some simple exercises to increase our breath capacity that we can easily incorporate into our daily routines. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - Why breath capacity is part of a more extensive conversation than just increasing our breath range - The things we should consider before starting breath capacity training - Three simple exercises to improve breath capacity Understanding...2021-06-0712 min
The Voice Coach Podcast024 Using Straw Phonation to Enhance Your Vocal Warm UpToday, we will have a prop-related episode - we will talk about straw phonation. I'll share three techniques to start practicing straw phonation in two different ways, doing straw work in water and doing straw work out of water. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - What is straw phonation, and how it can help us in our voicing - The simple techniques to practice straw phonation in and out of water - What are the differences and different effects in the type of straw we choose to do our p...2021-05-3115 min
The Voice Coach Podcast023 What is SOVT Work and How to Use It In Your Vocal Warm UpIn this episode, we will talk about SOVT - Semi-Occluded Vocal Tract. We will dive deep into what SOVT work is, and how you can use it in your daily voice work to improve your voicing. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - What is SOVT, and what it is used for - How SOVT can help us improve our voicing - A couple of techniques to use SOVT in vocal warmup, voice reset, and vocal cooldown Although SOVT has been used in voice training since the '60...2021-05-2409 min
The Voice Coach Podcast022 Tips for Fitting Voice Practice Into Your DayA few clients recently have mentioned how they feel like they struggle to find the time to do their voice work in the day. So I wanted to offer some tips for how to fit voice training into your routine without it hanging over you. Tips for Fitting Voice Practice Into Your Day: - Tip 1 - Aim for consistency. It doesn't matter how tiny the practice, it just has to be consistent, and to become a habit. - Tip 2 - Add your voice practice habit onto another habit. Check in on your habits a...2021-05-1715 min
The Voice Coach Podcast021 A Daily 5 Minute Breath for Voice Work RoutineToday, we will condense all the breathing work we've been doing into a simple 5 minute routine to use either as a warm-up or as a tiny voice workout. I'll guide you through every step of this routine to make voicing a little easier. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - The importance of being aware of our breathing - Why we must check our alignment before starting any breathing exercises - A short, 5 minute breathing routine - The importance of keeping an exploring mindset while doing this routine2021-05-1014 min
The Voice Coach Podcast020 How to Use Your Breath Part 5: Connecting the Voice to Breath SupportIn this episode, we will go back to breathe land. We will go through a set of exercises to bring awareness of how voice support can help us use our voice more efficiently and reduce voice fatigue. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - Why breath and support are essential for our voice - How to do a short and effective warm-up - How voice fricatives can help us with voice support - Why we must release our belly on each end breath These exercises are o...2021-05-0314 min
The Voice Coach Podcast019 Why Do I Need Voice Coaching?Today I want to discuss a question that came up after a coaching session with one of my coachees: is voice coaching needed after we understand the techniques to voice efficiently and safely? I will share with you three reasons why it is a fantastic idea to explore voice training, even when we feel like we don't need it. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - What is a voice coach's role and ultimate goal - The benefits of working with a voice coach to prevent rather than to cure voicing issues...2021-04-2611 min
The Voice Coach Podcast018 How to Deal with Nerves for Speaking in PublicIn this episode, we will talk about getting nervous when speaking in public. We will dive deep into why this happens to us, how it affects our voice performance, and how to deal with it. I'll share four simple tips that you can apply before speaking to an audience, to help you handle the anxiety and prevent it from affecting your voicing. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - Why we feel nervous before and while we speak in front of an audience - How the awareness that feeling nervous is something...2021-04-1916 min
The Voice Coach Podcast017 How To Use Your Breath Part 4: Connecting With Breath Support For SpeakingIn this episode we are continuing with our breathing for voice journey. Today we will talk about connecting breath support with speaking, and we will perform a few exercises to explore and understand which body parts participate in breath support. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - Is it hard to implement breath support? - How to avoid creating tension when we practice breath support - The parts of our body that react first when we need vocal support - How to connect our voice with a support act...2021-04-1213 min
The Voice Coach Podcast016 How to Use Your Breath Part 3: What is Breath SupportIn this episode we will go through the meaning of common terms in voice training like voice support and breath support. We will talk about the three crucial elements of voice support, and we will do a simple yet powerful breathing exercise. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - How getting support is not a simple one-step fix - Why voice production works somewhat like a guitar - The role of diaphragm in speaking, and why it is so hard to be aware of it A common misconception...2021-04-0516 min
The Voice Coach Podcast015 How to Use Your Breath Part 2: Focusing on the Out-BreathIn this episode, we are analysing the importance of in- and out-breathing. Understanding the in-breathing as the fuel for voicing, and out-breathing as the mechanism responsible for producing sound, we will go through a simple exercise to gain awareness of the pause between breathings, or to notice any tendencies to hold air unnecessarily. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - The adverse effects of holding our breath - The origin of the word inspiration, and how our thoughts are connected to in-breathing - Why the exhale is the most potent...2021-03-2916 min
The Voice Coach Podcast014 How to Reduce Ums, Ahs and Filler Words when SpeakingToday we are talking about filler sounds and words when speaking, why they show up in our speech, and whether we need to eliminate all of them. I’m also sharing a few techniques we can use to reduce or replace filler sounds. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - Hesitation signs and filler words as a natural part of speaking - Why we use filler words - How to use pauses as a powerful tool when speaking - How to replace a filler sound with an out-breath 2021-03-2212 min
Talking CreativeVoice Directing in the moment - with Nic RedmanAs a voiceover director, getting the best out of your voice actor is at the heart of what you do. Being able to adapt in the moment and pull some solutions out of your voice directing box of tricks can be very useful.This week - I'm talking to Nic Redman, Voice Actor and Vocal Coach - who has got some brilliant ideas to support and enhance the average studio session. There are many different reasons why a voice artist might need extra support:Perhaps they're an author who’s narrating their own...2021-03-1749 min
The Voice Coach Podcast013 How to Use Your Breath Part 1: Breath AwarenessToday, we are taking the first step on our journey into breathing for voice work. We will explore how to improve unnecessary patterns in our breathing and why we tend to use more breath than we need. This episode will help you become more aware of the intuitive nature of inhalation, and the importance of breathing rhythm in a resting position. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - The benefits of proper breathing - The most common breathing issues in voice work - A simple exercise to identify our breathing...2021-03-1514 min
The Voice Coach Podcast012 How To Do A Spine Roll and Prepare the Body for Voice WorkToday, I will walk you through a preparatory physical bodywork that will help you release tension. Learning how to loosen any tightness in our bodies is essential before starting with the fundamentals of voice training. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - Alignment and posture - mandatory step #1 - Spine roll - secrets and techniques - From spine roll to crouch transition - The shoulder clock movement - From curious dog to ‘what are you looking at’ position - Drawing the infinity symbol with our n...2021-03-0818 min
The Voice Coach Podcast011 How to Reduce SibilanceIn this episode, we talk about sibilance, what it is, why some people sound more sibilant than others, and why it gets people annoyed. We will also focus on a few practical ways of controlling our voice's features, so we can reduce sibilance. What You'll Learn in This Episode: Is sibilance a speaker or a listener issue? What is sibilance in phonetic terms The sibilance and its relationship with different accents The effects of the various articulation contacts The benefits of exploring the alveolar and post-alveolar area Next time when someone tells us we...2021-03-0117 min
The Voice Coach Podcast010 What To Do If You Lose Your VoiceThis episode is a practical guide to deal with a common, yet dramatic situation - losing our voice. We will go through the possible reasons that cause it, the importance of resting our voice, release exercises that can help us, and what to beware of when we lose our voice. What You Will Learn In This Episode: Don't panic because stress is not helpful in these cases Why you need to rest and cancel any non-essential talking How nebulizers provide great assistance to your voice Why we must stay away from menthol How to encourage vocal re...2021-02-2211 min
The Voice Coach Podcast009 Top 5 Tips for Improving Your SpeechIn this episode, I'm sharing with you five cheeky tips you can use to improve your speech. These simple yet effective tricks that you can start applying right away will help you enhance your voicing without a lot of practice. What You Will Learn In This Episode: How making pauses can help us when speaking A rule to consider - new thought, new breath What it means to ‘find the floor’ Why you have to listen to your recorded voice in order to improve it Any good speech starts with a great warm-up The elem...2021-02-1811 min
The Voice Coach Podcast008 Why Posture is Important for Reducing Vocal FatigueToday I want to talk about posture, and why it is essential for reducing vocal fatigue. You will understand the secret to improving your posture when speaking, and we will also talk about the four questions you need to ask yourself to turn body alignment awareness into a habit, and the exercises and activities that can help you with it as well. What You Will Learn In This Episode: What is body alignment How the lack of alignment affects our voice performance The kink in the straw effect The ultimate secret of body alignment Four questions t...2021-02-1517 min
Positively Influential with Anna Parker-Naples168 Nic Redman: How to Look After Your VoiceIn this episode we're talking about why you need to make sure that you're using your voice properly. With me today is Nic Redman, a voiceover artist, coach, and a successful podcaster, who is the authority on the subject. What You Will Learn In This Episode: Why it's important to take care of your voice What to do when you’ve got many calls during the day The basic things that you can do to reset your voice What it means to have a relationship with your accent How knowledge and understanding of how to use your...2021-02-1114 min
The Voice Coach Podcast007 Top 5 Microphone Technique TipsToday's episode is about microphone techniques. We will let aside the different mic setups and styles, and we will focus on the universally beneficial tips when it comes to speaking on a microphone. We will talk about body alignment, the better way of facing a microphone, the ideal distance from the mic and much more. What You Will Learn In This Episode: The importance of body alignment when speaking on a mic How to let the microphone take your voice Plosives and how to play across the microphone It's not about you or the mic - i...2021-02-1115 min
The Voice Coach Podcast006 How to Improve Your Voice with a Vocal Cool DownIn this episode, I want to talk about a different aspect of vocal health, neglected for some and appreciated for others: the vocal cool-down. Just as in any sport, some movements are necessary before and after every performance to reset the body. We will go through an easy to follow step-by-step routine to perform a perfect vocal cool-down. What You Will Learn In This Episode: Why vocal cool-down is important The impact of vocal cool-down on professional voice users The step-by-step vocal cool-down routine How to transition from a heightened physical state back to our senses 2021-02-0817 min
The Voice Coach Podcast005 How to Keep Your Voice Hydrated EfficientlyToday I want to talk about hydration - why it is so important, how to hydrate our voice, how we know we are dehydrated, and what should we do if we are? I'm offering you solid tips to ensure you are adequately hydrated and enjoy optimum vocal health. What You Will Learn In This Episode: What systemic and superficial hydration are and how they work Why hydration doesn't come just from fluids How much and when we should drink fluids Consistency as key to a stable hydration Top tips for systemic and superficial hydration Ke...2021-02-0517 min
The Voice Coach Podcast004 How to Warm Up Your Voice in 5 MinutesToday we discuss why you should find time to do a voice warm-up and why it's important for those who work with their voices. I will also walk you through a small, focused and applicable five-minutes warm-up routine. A short and precise voice warm-up will not only prepare your voice to work, but will also help you to set your nerves before speaking in front of the mic. What You Will Learn In This Episode: How much time vocal warm-up routines require The best way to add a new habit into our routines How to increase y...2021-02-0417 min
The Voice Coach Podcast003 How to Have Good Vocal Health - Part 2This is Part 2 of how to have good vocal health, and we will talk about the other side of vocal health: the preparation for using our voice. We can control several factors that affect our voice's performance, like alignment, breathing, mid-season resets, exercises as yawning and articulation stretches, and more. We need to remember that using our voice is a holistic practice between the mind, the body and the voice. What You Will Learn In This Episode: The best way to keep our vocal health in check What vocal resets exercises are, and how to do t...2021-02-0316 min
The Voice Coach Podcast002 How to Have Good Vocal Health - Part 1This is the first part of a series of two episodes about vocal health. What should we do to have an excellent vocal health? In Part 1, we talk about how our lifestyle affects our voice's shape. We analyse how our diet influences our voice's performance and stress the importance of keeping ourselves hydrated. What You Will Learn In This Episode: How the state of our body impacts our voice The benefits of exercising What to include and what to avoid in our diet in order to have a healthy voice Truths and myths about dairy products a...2021-01-2417 min