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Tales From the Booth Podcast24. Michael Scott: Voices That Play, Fight, and Feel Realđď¸ Michael Scott: Voices That Play, Fight, and Feel Real In this episode of Tales from the Booth, host Paulette Lifton welcomes Michael Scottâa powerhouse performer, director, and educator whose work spans film, television, animation, and the full spectrum of modern voiceover. Known for his distinctive, award-winning voice, Michael has helped define characters and campaigns for some of the world's most iconic studios and brandsâfrom Warner Bros., DreamWorks, HBO, Netflix, Disney, Nickelodeon, and Hulu to global names like Apple, LEGO, Nike, Pepsi, McDonald's, Toyota, Verizon, and the United States Army. Michael dives into the...
2025-12-1529 minTales From the Booth Podcast23. Gene Vassilaros: Casting Characters That Breathe, Break, and Belongđď¸ Gene Vassilaros: Casting Characters That Breathe, Break, and Belong In this episode of Tales from the Booth, animation casting and voice director Gene Vassilaros joins host Paulette Lifton for a deep dive into the creative heartbeat of animation. From shaping iconic voices that define entire worlds to guiding performances that balance comedy, vulnerability, and truth â Gene's storytelling instincts and sharp ear for authenticity have made him one of the most trusted voices in the booth. Together, Paulette and Gene unpack the delicate art of casting chemistry: finding that perfect spark between actor and character, and how dir...
2025-10-2833 minTales From the Booth Podcast22. Andy Roth: The Art of Voice Casting and the Humanity Behind Performanceđď¸ Andy Roth: The Art of Voice Casting and the Humanity Behind Performance In this episode of Tales from the Booth, renowned casting director and voice coach Andy Roth joins host Mimi Maynard for an illuminating conversation about the human side of voice acting â where authenticity, empathy, and instinct meet craft and precision. From his early work casting some of animation and gaming's most memorable voices to mentoring hundreds of actors around the world, Andy shares his philosophy on what truly makes a performance click. He and Paulette dive deep into what casting directors listen for, how to bring tr...
2025-10-2826 minTales From the Booth Podcast21. Jonathan Reiner: The Heart Behind the Hustle and Being a Talent Manager.đď¸ Jonathan Reiner: The Heart Behind the Hustle and Being a Talent Manager. In this episode of Tales from the Booth, Emmy-winning showrunner and talent manager Jonathan Reiner joins host Paulette Lifton for an intimate conversation about passion, perseverance, and the business of show. From his early days as an entertainment journalist to producing for major networks and founding The PaRĂŠ Way (launching October 2025), Jonathan shares the lessons learned from a career built on both creativity and compassion. Hear how Paulette and Jonathan's friendship began at the That's Voiceover! conference â and how that chance meeting evolved into a partnersh...
2025-10-0942 minTales From the Booth Podcast20. Sebastian Zancanaro Localization Expert and Dubbing Casting Directorđď¸Tales from the Booth Podcast: Sebastian Zancanaro Localization Producer and Dubbing Casting Director Sebastian's impressive resume includes: đĽ Director, Producer, Writer, Actor, and Casting Director đ Specialist in Creative Dubbing & Localization đ Society of Voice Arts & Sciences nominee for Casting in Motion Picture Animation đ
Winner of Outstanding Dubbing in an Animated Motion Picture for Deep Sea With over 13,000 hours of dubbing across 85+ TV shows & films, and 3,258+ dubbed episodes aired globally, Sebastian is a powerhouse in the world of dubbing and voice-over. His passion? Creating seamless, AAA-quality content under tight deadlines. Fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, Sebastian...
2025-09-0730 minTales From the Booth Podcast19. Jeff Howell Master of Commercial Voice Over & Dubbing Prođď¸Â Tales from the Booth Podcast: Jeff Howell Master Commercial VO & Dubbing Pro. With over 30 years in the voiceover industry, Jeff Howell has worn every hatâagent, casting director, producer, dubbing director, and coachâshaping some of the most recognizable voices in media. His credits span Emmy-winning animation, award-winning promos, major ad campaigns, and audiobook collaborations with icons like Leonard Nimoy. From Magic: The Gathering to Netflix and HBO Max dubbing, Jeff brings a rare mix of creative vision and performance expertise. In this episode, he shares his journey, insider stories, and lessons from directing, casting, and coaching talent wor...
2025-08-1522 minTales From the Booth Podcast18. Rudy Gaskins & Joan Baker of SOVAS and the Power Behind the Micđď¸ Tales from the Booth Podcast - Rudy Gaskins & Joan of the SOVAS Awards and the Power Behind the Mic In this special episode, we step into the legendary world of Rudy Gaskins and Joan BakerâCo-Founders of That's Voiceover!⢠Career Expo and the prestigious SOVAS Voice ArtsÂŽ Awards. From humble beginnings to global recognition, Rudy and Joan share their extraordinary journey building the premier platform that celebrates excellence in voice acting. đ§ Learn the origin story behind SOVAS, how That's Voiceover! became a must-attend event for VO pros and hopefuls alike, and get exclusive insider tips on how to sub...
2025-06-1938 minTales From the Booth Podcast17. From Solid Snake to X-men Franchise: The Incredible story of David Hayterđď¸ Tales from the Booth Podcast: From Solid Snake to X-Men â The Incredible Story of David Hayter This episode explores the incredible journey of David Hayterâfrom voicing the iconic Solid Snake in the Metal Gear Solid franchise to writing blockbuster screenplays like X-Men and X2: X-Men United. We dive into his creative process, transitioning into screenwriting, and navigating career challenges. David's story is a testament to resilience, versatility, and the power of storytelling across mediums. Highlights: Early career and landing Solid Snake Behind the scenes of Metal Gear Solid Transition into scre...
2025-05-2445 minTales From the Booth Podcast16. Get Signed: Micaela Hicks' Guide to Winning Over VO Agentsđď¸Tales from the Booth with Micaela Hicks Voice Over Agentâwhose career has taken her from Osbrink to top-tier agencies like Solid Talent, Atlas Talent, and VOX. Hosted by Eric Talent, this candid conversation gets into the real deal of what agents are actually looking for in today's voiceover market. Michaela shares invaluable insights on: What makes a talent truly stand out from the crowd How agents assess submissions (and what gets them excited) Tips for finding and keeping strong representation Common mistakes to avoid when reaching out to agencies...
2025-04-2424 minTales From the Booth Podcast15. Podcast Mashup Straight from Sovas with Kathy GrablePodcast Doppelgänger Alert! đď¸ What happens when two powerhouse podcast hosts, both up for the same award, finally meet face-to-face? You get a must-hear mashup! After crossing paths at the 2024 SOVAS Awards, Paulette Lifton (Winner of Best Podcast Host) and Kathy Grable (Nominee in the same category) made a pact: win or lose, they'd interview each other. And now, they're making good on that promise. In this special crossover episode, Paulette and Kathy dive into what it really takes to host a standout podcast and stay relevant in the ever-evolving world of voiceover. It's honest...
2025-03-0648 minTales From the Booth Podcast14. Simon Kennedy VO And the Art of Happiness From Laughter to Legacy: The Voice and Story of Simon Kennedy đŚđşđ¤ In this powerful episode, Paulette Lifton of Voice Masters sits down with the incomparable Simon Kennedyâan award-winning Australian voice actor, comedian, writer, and presenter whose career spans more than 25 years. Fresh off his wins at the 2024 Voice Arts Awards for Best Voice Actor â Outstanding Body of Work and Outstanding Promo â TV or Streaming, plus a PromaxANZ Gold Award for Best Voice Actor, Simon shares the highs, the heartbreaks, and the hilarity of a career that's as versatile as it is inspiring. But this conver...
2025-02-2042 min
"In My Voice" with Kathy GrablePaulette Lifton Season 4 - Episode #4Kathy does a fun mash-up interview with Paulette Lifton who also has a voice-over podcast called, "Tales From The Booth". Basically, they interview each other! Paulette is a very talented and versatile Producer, Emmy winning Sound Supervisor, Voice-Casting Director and more. Don't miss it!
2025-01-2158 minTales From the Booth Podcast13. StĂŠphane Cornicard - "The Voice Like Chocolate" and his Outstanding Body of Work Awards!The Voice Behind 500+ Worlds: StĂŠphane Cornicard's Epic VO Journey đŽđď¸ What does it take to earn the SOVAS 2024 Outstanding Body of Work Award and the title of Best Podcast Host? In this unforgettable episode, Paulette Lifton of Voice Masters sits down with the remarkable StĂŠphane Cornicardâa voice actor whose career is as legendary as the characters he brings to life. Starting at just 14, StĂŠphane has voiced over 500 video games, become the iconic voice of Cartoon Network, and even earned high praise from Steven Spielberg himself. From war zones to wizarding worlds, his voice has lef...
2024-07-2638 minTales From the Booth Podcast12. GTT aka George The Tech - What does a VO tech do and can he help you?"Tech Talk: Going Pro with George The Tech" In this must-hear episode of Tales from the Booth, Emmy-winning sound guru Paulette Lifton of Voice Masters sits down with the legendary George The Tech â the go-to audio engineer and tech consultant for voice actors at every level. With decades of behind-the-scenes experience, George pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to sound professional, book consistently, and build a sustainable VO career from your very own booth. đ§ From gear setup to studio standards đ§ Audio myths vs. must-haves đ Pro tips that can elevate you...
2024-06-0844 min
The Neil Haley ShowThe Neil Haley Show 02-28-24
Today on The Neil Haley Show, Neil âThe Media Giantâ Haley will interview Brigadier General AJ Tata, Alec Hudnut, Bill Nelson, CJ Scarlet, Jonathan Harris, and Paulette Lifton.
2024-04-2300 min
Speechless: Real Life in VO.Meet Emmy Award Winner - Paulette Lifton![VIDEO PODCAST] Meet the 2x Emmy award winner for Sound Editing: Paulette Lifton. She coaches and directs Audio Description, Dubbing and more!
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2024-03-2126 min
The Neil Haley ShowEp. 858 - The Neil Haley ShowToday on The Neil Haley Show, Neil âThe Media Giantâ Haley will interview Brigadier General AJ Tata, Alec Hudnut, Bill Nelson, CJ Scarlet, Jonathan Harris, and Paulette Lifton.
2024-02-2700 minTales From the Booth Podcast11. F.M. De Marco - Where's Waldo animation EP's insiders info on working with voice actors!F.M. De Marco tells his story about becoming an Executive Producer and writer on the hit series Where's Waldo, Dragons and working with Paulette Lifton, Casting director for Spy Kids: Mission Critical. He shares his personal insight on voice casting, voice recording, and fun times in the booth himself. His invaluable info is for actors who want to work in animation voice-over. Make sure to follow the Voice Masters team here: Voice Masters Instagram:Â @voice.masters Voice Masters website:Â https://voice-masters.com Paulette Lifton Instagram: @paulette_lifton Mimi Maynard Instagram:Â @maynard.mimi
2024-01-2035 min
Tales From the Booth Podcast10. Richard Dorton - Mocapman and what it takes to level up!Richard Dorton aka Mocapman is a video game actor specializing in Motion Capture. He is also a producer, director, and instructor of mocap. Find out what you need as a voice actor to get into this amazing part of voice acting. Make sure to follow the Voice Masters team here: Voice Masters Instagram:Â @voice.masters Voice Masters website:Â https://voice-masters.com Paulette Lifton Instagram: @paulette_lifton Mimi Maynard Instagram:Â @maynard.mimi
2023-10-3152 min
The Global DiscussionThe Global Discussion - Chris Woodworth: The Swiss Army Knife of VoiceoverChris Woodworth, Voice Actor and Animator, joins us on this episode of The Global Discussion. Chris is often described as a "Swiss army knife of voiceover." His voice work includes voicing animated shorts, audio dramas, working with corporate entities and providing voices for Warner Bros video games.
Chris has trained under Voice Masters with Paulette Lifton, Mimi Maynard, and Ashley Bornancin, completing their Level 2 voice acting course for Advanced Animation and Video Games and their Masterclass.
He has also taught a course under Voice Masters, helping Voice Actors use platforms like Instagram and TikTok to...
2023-08-0925 min
Tales From the Booth Podcast9. Jesse Corti - From Les Mis to LeFouJesse Courti is an incredible actor, director, and singer best known for playing Courfeyrac in the original Broadway show Les MisÊrables and for voicing LeFou in Beauty and the Beast. Jesse leads us on an inspiring journey through his experiences as an actor/singer on stage, on screen, and behind the mic! With great audition tips and feeling confident singing as a character, Jesse shares all the secrets! Check out Jesse Corti on iMDB to see all his past and future projects! Make sure to follow the Voice Masters team here: Voi...
2022-09-2837 min
Tales From the Booth Podcast8. Danny Fehsenfeld - Art of Singing for AnimationDanny Fehsenfeld is an actor, singer-songwriter, public speaker, and writer. He also teaches actors how to sing from a different perspective. If you have any fear of auditioning for Animated series or movies when they require singing, this episode will be an enormous help! Danny has starred in many animated features from content from all over the world. As a singer, Danny's voice can be heard behind Celine Dion, Brian McKnight, Natalie Cole, John Legend to name a few. Learn what it takes to sing for animation and change how you feel about singing! Follow Danny on...
2022-09-1638 min
Tales From the Booth Podcast7. Candi Milo- Kindness and CharactersCandi Milo is a voiceover legend known for her work as kid genius Dexter on DEXTER'S LABORATORY, basketball legend Granny from SPACE JAM (and LOONEY TUNES), Madame Foster from FOSTER'SHOME FOR IMAGINARY FRIENDS, and hundreds more. In this episode, Candi shares not only HER unexpected journey into the VO world, but loads of advice on what YOU can do as you begin and attempt to navigate your own.   Follow Candi on Instagram and Twitter candimilo.com  And the Voice Masters team here: Voice Masters Instagram: @voice.masters Voice Masters website:  https://voice-masters.com Paulette Lifton Instagram: @paulette_lifton Mimi Ma...
2022-08-1745 min
Tales From the Booth Podcast6. Cindy Robinson - Experiences from All Sides of the Mic!Cindy Robinson shares her incredibly honest and insightful experiences as an actor, director, and writer working in the voice over industry. From animation and video games to ADR and looping, Cindy's credits include Amy Rose in SONIC BOOM!, Astrid in SKYRIM, and the Official Voice for the iconic BETTY BOOP. Learn what it takes to break into the industry from the pro herself! Make sure to follow Cindy on Twitter and Instagram! www.redheadsaid.com And the Voice Masters team here: Voice Masters Instagram:Â @voice.masters Voice Masters website: https://voice-masters.com A...
2022-07-1139 min
Tales From the Booth Podcast5. Piotr Michael - Starting Your VO CareerFrom Rocky and Bullwinkle to Bill and Ted to Jimmy Kimmel Live, master impressionist Piotr Michael shares his insights on impressions, starting a career in voice acting, and how you can find your unique characters! Follow Piotr Michael on Twitter and Instagram! Check out his website here. And the Voice Masters team: Voice Masters Instagram:Â @voice.masters Voice Masters website: Â https://voice-masters.com Mimi Maynard Instagram: @maynard.mimi Paulette Lifton Instagram:Â @paulette_lifton Â
2022-06-2831 min
Tales From the Booth Podcast4. Bradley Trevor Greive BTG Part 2 - If you're not dead, you're still in the game"If you're still alive, you're still in the game." BTG continues his conversation that will inspire you to dare to create your own content and fully express yourself as an actor. Follow BTG here! And the Voice Masters team here: Voice Masters Instagram: @voice.masters Voice Masters website:  https://voice-masters.com Mimi Maynard Instagram: @maynard.mimi Paulette Lifton Instagram: @paulette_lifton Â
2022-06-1333 min
Tales From the Booth Podcast3. Bradley Trevor Greive BTG Part 1 - Hollywood Survival GuideThe highest grossing and most prolific humor writer, adventurer, and creator of Adventure Beast on Netflix, Bradley Trevor Greive (BTG) shares his stories as a paratrooper, living life to the fullest, and the most important things you can do for yourself in Hollywood. Follow BTG here! And the Voice Masters team here: Voice Masters Instagram: @voice.masters Voice Masters website:  https://voice-masters.com Mimi Maynard Instagram: @maynard.mimi Paulette Lifton Instagram: @paulette_lifton Â
2022-06-0522 min
Tales From the Booth Podcast2. Terri Douglas - Pixar & Disney Walla Tools of the TradeTerri Douglas, Pixar and Disney Walla Casting Director, shares her immeasurable wisdom on professionalism, performance, and how you can have the confidence that will get you discovered! Learn how you can get on her list! Follow Terri on her Instagram and https://terridouglasadrvoicecasting.com  And the Voice Masters team here: Voice Masters Instagram: @voice.masters Voice Masters website:  https://voice-masters.com Mimi Maynard Instagram: @maynard.mimi Paulette Lifton Instagram: @paulette_lifton Â
2022-05-2920 min
CatĂĄlogo AnimadoEP21: The Guardian Brothers (Little Door Gods)Nesse episĂłdio comentamos sobre a animação chinesa The Guardian Brothers (Little Door Gods), dirigida por Gary Wang e Paulette Victor-Lifton que estreiou em 2016 na China, produzido pelo estĂşdio Light Chaser Animation.Â
MĂşsica: Glow - Guardians Brothers por Nathan Wang
Vinheta: Dream come true - M33 Project - Foi editado o volume da mĂşsica em pontos especĂficos - Link:https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix/dream-come-true
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Instagram CatĂĄlogo: @catalogoanimado: https://www.instagram.com/catalogoanimado/
Twitter CatĂĄlogo: @CatalogoAnimado: https://tw...
2022-05-2539 min
Voice Acting StoriesPaulette LiftonIt was a such a fun conversation with Paulette Lifton. She is a voice casting, voice director, Feature Writer, Director, Editor, Animation Producer, and Sound Supervisor. She has won 2 Emmy's and 6 MPSE Awards. She has over two decades and owns Oracle Sound and Voice. Check out her links here: https://www.oraclesoundandvoice.com/ https://voice-masters.com/ Facebook Podcast group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/631972061329300 Instagram Podcast: @voiceactingwithvb We now have a shop on Tee Public and we have shirts, sweatshirts, tote bags, notebooks, mugs, masks and so on. Check out...
2022-02-0940 min
Tonebenders Podcast185 - Juliana Henao Mesa - Listen To UsIn late 2021 young filmmaker and audio person Juliana Henao Mesa released a documentary about women in film sound titled Listen To Us â Celebrating Women in Sound.
In the process of creating that film, a lot of the interviews ended up being cut for flow and time, but Juliana reached out to us with the idea that we could air the rest of the thoughts and ideas of these amazing women on the podcast.
So with that in mind weâre very excited to release the unreleased conversations Juliana had with luminaries Sherry Klein, Paula Fairfield, April Tucker, Kim Patrick, Baihui Yang...
2021-12-242h 33
The Magic KimTomMKT: Casting Director Paulette Lifton 7-26-21Join your qualified Disney Imagineer hosts Kim Adragna and Tom Greer as they discuss ALL things magic under the house of mouse! Kim and Tom talk about the latest tips, tricks and news about Disney, Dreamworks and more. Kim and Tom propose a new dress code for the parks, Tom admits that he actually liked the birthday cake castle while they talk about the new look for the 50th. There are new fire work shows on the way which mean some will be retied, we give our full reaction and last but certainly not least we are joined by the...
2021-07-261h 20
Creative Soul Healing PodcastEp 58 featuring Eric Christiansen: The Trauma that forms usEric and I had an in depth conversation about healing after trauma and his use of film to help people heal, as well as help people understand the healing process.Eric Christiansen is an acclaimed documentarian who has built his brand around socially responsible filmmaking that educates, inspires and heals. Christiansen, a seven-time Southwestern Region Emmy Award recipient, explores the impact of trauma, the resilience of the human spirit, and how a powerful platform for hope can be built to help trauma survivors begin the vigilant journey of healing. A trauma survivor himself, Christiansen worked through the...
2021-02-1043 min
Creative Soul Healing PodcastEp 58 featuring Eric Christiansen: The Trauma that forms usEric and I had an in depth conversation about healing after trauma and his use of film to help people heal, as well as help people understand the healing process.Eric Christiansen is an acclaimed documentarian who has built his brand around socially responsible filmmaking that educates, inspires and heals. Christiansen, a seven-time Southwestern Region Emmy Award recipient, explores the impact of trauma, the resilience of the human spirit, and how a powerful platform for hope can be built to help trauma survivors begin the vigilant journey of healing. A trauma survivor himself, Christiansen worked through the...
2021-02-1043 min