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The Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 160 - Voiceover Audition Secrets from The Simpsons’ Everett OliverJoin Linda Bruno on the latest Voiceover Gurus podcast as she sits down with the incomparable Everett Oliver — renowned voiceover coach, booth director, and all-around industry powerhouse.
With decades of experience in the animation world, Everett brings a treasure trove of wisdom from his time working on beloved shows like The Simpsons, King of the Hill, and X-Men Evolution. In this lively, no-holds-barred conversation, Everett pulls back the curtain on his unique approach to coaching VO talent — from fine-tuning auditions so they truly pop to drawing on your own life experiences to bring authenticity to every read.
2025-08-1842 min
The Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 159 - Email Marketing Insights for Voice ActorsWelcome to a business focused episode of the Voiceover Gurus podcast with your host, Linda Bruno. This time, we're diving deep into the realm of email marketing tailored for voice actors. Joining us is Jonathon Grant, the founder of Legit Voices, who has created two groundbreaking platforms: VO Inbox and VO Leads.
Jonathon shares his transformative journey from a shy tech executive to becoming a voiceover talent and entrepreneur. He sheds light on how these platforms help voiceover talents find clients effortlessly, with specially curated lists and email marketing strategies that remove the hassle of lead generation.
2025-07-2148 min
The Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 157 - Mastering Your Voiceover Space with George The Tech and Rob ReiderEp 157 - Mastering Your Voiceover Space with George The Tech and Rob Reider
Welcome to the Voiceover Gurus Podcast, hosted by Linda Bruno and featuring special guest George Whittam. In this episode, Linda, despite nursing a knee injury, dives into a fascinating conversation with George about his unique journey from being an engineer to a voiceover studio tech expert, assisted by Rob Reider.
Discover how George's musical family background and interest in gadgets evolved into a passion for audio engineering and voiceover production. Through anecdotes and personal experiences, George shares his path from struggling in...
2025-06-1633 min
Speechless: Real Life in VO.Make Terrible Choices and Run With Them: The Voiceover Class That Breaks the Rules (in a Good Way)(VIDEO PODCAST) Pop-Up VO: The Voiceover Workout your soul didn’t know It needed! Discover how failing faster makes you a better voice actor, according to DC Newman from Pop-Up VO. “Just be yourself."Cool. But what if you don’t know what that even sounds like in the booth?On this week’s Speechless, we meet DC, creator of Pop-Up VO: a $10 voiceover experience that’s part cold-read, part game-night, part confidence-breakthrough.We talk authenticity, failure, creative freedom…and why making terrible choices (on mic) might be the best VO training out there! Tune in and bring...
2025-06-1242 minSpeechless: Real Life in VO.What’s the Point of YOU?” Voiceover Casting Secrets from Lance Kistler(VIDEO PODCAST) Ever wonder what casting directors actually do all day? Spoiler: it's 10% casting, 90% herding cats via email. From last-minute gender swaps to budgetless chaos ("you want what for how much?"), Lance Kistler spills the tea on the real VO casting hustle. Wanna know what gets talent shortlisted (and what makes them the human equivalent of hold music)? Tune in for truth bombs, voiceover wisdom, and a healthy dose of "WTF just happened?" Sign up for our show takeaways, resources, and drink recipes before episodes air here: https://www.speechlessvo.com/RESOURCES mentioned in this episode:Lance Kistler NAVA CONTACT INFO:...
2025-05-1525 min
The Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 156 - The Heart of VoiceOver: Community, Coaching, and CamaraderiePodcast host Linda delves into the thriving Voiceover Gurus community, showcasing its supportive and enriching environment. Joining her are three of the community's most active members, Dave Johnston, Marco Rigazio, and Tony Jones, who share their personal experiences and the invaluable benefits of being part of this tight-knit network.
Throughout the conversation, the guests reflect on their voiceover journeys, discussing the unique mentorship and support they've received. Whether it's the camaraderie, the energy, or the accountability, the Voiceover Gurus community serves as a nurturing home for voice actors at every level. The episode highlights the importance of...
2025-05-1252 min
The Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 151 - Building Doors: A New Path for Women in VO with Christy HarstIn this episode of the Voiceover Gurus podcast, Linda welcomes Christy Harst, a seasoned voice talent passionate about sports promo. Christy shares her inspiring journey and sometimes struggle of breaking barriers in the male-dominated world of sports voiceover.
Christy introduces us to her groundbreaking initiative, "Building Doors," a campaign she launched to create opportunities for women in male-centric voiceover genres. Discover how this movement is opening doors for female talents by advocating for equity and diversity in the industry, and learn about the success stories that have emerged from this empowering campaign.
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2024-11-2542 min
The Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 150 - Voiceover Protection at V123 with Rolf VeldmanIn this episode of the Voiceover Gurus Podcast, host Linda Bruno gets down to business. She welcomes Rolf Veldman, CEO of Voice123, to discuss the evolving landscape of the voiceover industry and the role of AI technology. Rolf shares insights into Voice123's recent developments, including its innovative Voice Credential Authenticity Initiative. This initiative aims to protect voice talent by embedding a unique, silent watermark onto every audio file, ensuring the authenticity and ownership of their work.
Rolf explains how this technology works and its potential impact on the industry, emphasizing the importance of building trust and...
2024-10-2825 min
The Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 149 - A Conversation with “Speechless” Podcast Hosts, Kim and NatashaIn this engaging episode, Linda Bruno sits down with Kim Wilson and Natasha Marchewka, the dynamic hosts of the "Speechless" podcast, to explore their journeys into the world of voiceover and podcasting. The trio delves into the origins of their podcast, sharing how the idea came to life through a shared passion for marketing and community building.
Kim and Natasha recount their individual paths into voiceover, highlighting the unique challenges and successes they encountered along the way. From Kim’s artistic background to Natasha’s start in radio promotions, each story provides insights into the diverse routes one...
2024-10-1432 min
The Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 148 - Reflections on a Lifetime in Voice ActingWelcome back to another episode of the Voiceover Gurus podcast! Join Linda Bruno as she brings together two seasoned voiceover veterans, Rob Reider and Connor Quinn, to share their fascinating journeys in the industry.
Discover how Sterling Holloway's friendship with Connor's grandfather paved the way for his early start as Christopher Robin in Disney's Winnie the Pooh. Listen to Rob's incredible stories from his time as a live announcer for air shows, culminating in his last year as a live announcer, as well as upcoming induction into the Air Show Hall of Fame.
Explore the...
2024-09-301h 11
The Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 147 - The Global Market with Voice Talent Serge De MarreEp 147 – The Global Market with Voice Talent Serge De Marre
Welcome back to the Voice Over Gurus podcast! In this episode, host Linda Bruno sits down with Serge De Marre, a seasoned voice actor originally from Belgium, to discuss the highs and lows of the voiceover industry.
Serge shares his journey from starting in local Belgian radio to becoming a national radio host, and eventually moving to the United States. He delves into the technical challenges and cultural differences he faced, and how he transitioned into full-time voiceover work, including his recent success with a U...
2024-09-0942 min
The Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 146 - Navigating Voiceover From Three Working PerpectivesIn this engaging episode, Linda Bruno shifts the spotlight to three talented women in voiceover. Our discussion features three remarkable voiceover artists: Carrie Farris from Austin, Texas, Barb Lyon from Batavia, Illinois, and Gwen Poynor from Salt Lake City. Each shares their unique journey, from early beginnings to current successes, highlighting the ups and downs of the industry.
Gwen delves into her extensive background, starting as a child, the challenges of re-entering the industry, and the evolution of technology. Barb reflects on her career transition from broadcasting to full-time voiceover, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and consistency...
2024-07-2947 min
The Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 145 - From Flight Attendant to Voiceover with Ally MurphyIn this podcast episode, Linda welcomes voiceover actress Ally Murphy to chat about her journey from being a flight attendant to becoming a voice actor. They discuss how her past experiences have influenced her as an artist and also talk about the significance of mental health for voice actors. Ally also shares her personal story during the conversation.
About Ally:
I’m a British Voiceover Artist, and Actress. I moved to the USA in 2022 with my family. Now I enjoy working globally with my clients from my recording studio in the Pacific Northwest, in between hi...
2024-07-0143 min
The Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 140 - A Tale of Two Studios with Christi BowenEpisode 140 – A Tale Of Two Studios with Christi Bowen
Christi Bowen is the owner of Tennessee Voiceover Studios, which is a coaching studio and also a full-time voiceover company. In this episode, she has a conversation with Linda, who is also a full-time voiceover actor. They compare their respective studios and discuss the variety of services offered to students both locally and online.
About Christi Bowen:
Christi Bowen is an award winning voice actor with over 30 years experience in voiceover and video production. She has developed a roster of clients all over the wor...
2024-04-0853 min
The Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 139 - My VO Journey with Dave JohnstonEpisode 139 – My VO Journey with Dave Johnston
On this episode of The Voiceover Gurus, we speak with Dave Johnston, a newcomer to the VO Journey. Learn about how he got started and what made him fall in love with voiceover.
About Dave Johnston:
Coming from a background of vocal performance as well as being in radio I've been, dabbing in voiceovers for well over ten years and always working on my craft to get the listener to the heart of the narrative. I have had the pleasure of coaching with some ama...
2024-03-2533 min
The Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 138 - In A World...More Trailer Talk with Brian LeeEpisode 138 – In A World…More Trailer Chat with Brian Lee
Brian Lee talks all things trailer! And TV network bookings. The process and odds and ends that you may not have known about, direct from this top talent himself. It doesn’t get any more authentic than this! It’s the Voiceover Gurus Podcast.
About Brian Lee: (In his own words)
My interest in radio started at the at the age of 13. At age 15, I had a part-time job at the local radio station.
At age 18, I had a full-time job as an on...
2024-03-1834 min
The Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 137 – How Studios Have Changed with Brian LeeEpisode 137 – How Studios Have Changed with Brian Lee
Brian Lee is back for another two episodes of the podcast! We start this episode with a LIVE opening of the show and some fun variations, then work our way into a discussion about how studios have changed since the early 90s, aka “The Old Days.” More real-world info with another totally unedited show because this is The Voiceover Gurus Podcast.
About Brian Lee: (In his own words)
My interest in radio started at the at the age of 13. At age 15, I had a part-time job at...
2024-03-1142 minSpeechless: Real Life in VO.Meet Lili Wexu the Voiceover OLYMPIAN[VIDEO PODCAST] Lili Wexu first started as an actress in Montreal. Voiceover came easily and Lili loved the craft. She booked early on in her career and it took off fast, eventually moving to Los Angeles. She currently mixes both on-screen acting and voiceover - the perfect blend of careers! Why do we call her a VO Olympian? Listen to find out!
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2024-03-0728 min
VOICEOVER - il Cinema ascoltato8. Natale a VOICEOVERDurante le feste c'è sempre quel momento in cui ci si ritrova sul divano e non si sa che film vedere... ci pensa VOICEOVER! Una chiacchierata natalizia che speriamo vi possa aiutare nella ricerca del film di Natale perfetto per voi! Attenzione: contiene regali e spirito natalizio.
2023-12-2256 minSpeechless: Real Life in VO.Our Unsolicited Opinions: Voiceover Facebook Groups, the Cost of Voiceover Conferences and VO @$$holes.(VIDEO PODCAST)
Our Unsolicited Opinions: Voiceover Facebook Groups, the Cost of Voiceover Conferences and VO @$$holes.
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2023-12-1422 min
The Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 116 - Trailers, AI and Blah, Blah Part TWO with Brian LeeVoice Actor Extraordinaire Brian Lee joins Linda on these two Voiceover Gurus podcast episodes. Since they can’t stop talking, we broke it up into two episodes. Linda and Brian discuss trailers, how he performs them, and how they are run and cast. They also delve a little into AI and voiceover life in general. It’s pretty much as real as it gets since they have been good friends for 30 years.
About Brian Lee: (In his own words)
My interest in radio started at the at the age of 13. At age 15, I had a...
2023-06-1931 min
The Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 115 – Trailers, AI, and Blah, Blah, Blah with Brian Lee Voice ActorVoice Actor Extraordinaire Brian Lee joins Linda on these two Voiceover Gurus podcast episodes. Since they can’t stop talking, we broke it up into two episodes. Linda and Brian discuss trailers, how he performs them, and how they are run and cast. They also delve a little into AI and voiceover life in general. It’s pretty much as real as it gets since they have been good friends for 30 years.
About Brian Lee: (In his own words)
My interest in radio started at the at the age of 13. At age 15, I had a...
2023-06-1232 min
The Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 110 - Voiceover Guru Linda’s FindOn this quick episode of The Voiceover Gurus, Coach Linda shares a life experience and how it affected her eventual success in Voiceover. It's an interesting find from Linda's messy basement closet!
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2023-04-2014 minSpeechless: Real Life in VO.Are you charging enough in your voiceover business?(VIDEO PODCAST) This week we meet with Maria Pendolino to discuss the voiceover industry rates and how to set ‘em.
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2023-03-0237 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 104 – Live From the Gurus Studio with Linda and AlyssaLive from the voiceover Gurus studio on Long Island, Coaches Linda and Alyssa sit down and face to-face shoot the voiceover sh*t with a “cocktail.” They delve into the benefits of character study and how you can apply it to your auditioning and performances.
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2023-02-1331 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 103 - New Years’ and Guru Copy ChallengeEpisode 103 – New Years’ Chat & Guru Copy Challenge
The Gurus welcome in the New Year with a little fun and some new attitudes for 2023. JJ and Linda coach each other in this episode, with some humor laced with realism of what happens at times during sessions with clients. Welcome to the New Year with The Voiceover Gurus!
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2023-01-0940 min
Atlanta Voiceover StudioEpisode 39: LA VOICEOVER AGENT Portia ScottPortia is the Director of Voiceover at Coast to Coast Talent Group in Los Angeles. Her clients have booked hundreds of broadcast TV and radio commercials and several national campaigns for Spotify, Chewy, Sonic, Corona Light, Wells Fargo, Wendy’s, and T-Mobile to name a few. She also represents talent that can be heard on Nickelodeon’s “The Loud House Movie”, Disney + “Diary Of A Wimpy Kid” and Warner Animation Group’s “Space Jam: A New Legacy.”
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The PROS of having an agent
One thing talent can do to improve their audi...
2023-01-0129 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 101 - Unspoken Business Etiquette TipsEpisode 101 – Unspoken Good Business Etiquette Tips
Good business relationships make a career, and there are aspects to the voiceover business that no one teaches you. The Gurus share their experiences and tips on keeping clients for the long run. Keeping it real as always!
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2022-11-2941 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 100 - The Gurus’ Promo Guy, Brian LeeEpisode 100 – The Gurus’ Promo Guy (and everybody else's) Brian Lee
Can you believe we’ve recorded 100 episodes of The Voiceover Gurus Podcast? Insane! During this special episode, we decided to learn all there is to know about Brian Lee and his beginnings as a successful Voice Actor. As one of the top Promo Voices in the country, Brian shares his life experiences and how he managed to get to where he is today.
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2022-11-071h 03The Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 99 - Coaching Updates and Mental HealthEpisode 99 – Coaching Updates and Mental Health
The Voiceover Gurus have a new website! And a new lesson that will help you with your live sessions. Also, mental health as voice actors is a critical element in our lives, and the Gurus speak frankly about their experiences in this episode of The Voiceover Gurus Podcast.
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2022-10-2437 minSpeechless: Real Life in VO.Mid - Atlantic Voiceover Conference Part TwoMAVO part Deux-The one-woman wonder returns: Val Kelly! The Mid-Atlantic Voice Over Conference is November 11th-13th, 2022 at Westin Dulles Hotel in VA. It is kept at a smaller size on purpose (120-125 people) so that everyone can experience an intimate, performance-based interactive session.
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2022-10-0618 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 97 - The Next Stage For Guru LindaEpisode 97 – The Next Stage for Guru Linda
On this episode of The Voiceover Gurus podcast, Linda speaks openly about some health issues, as well as a new focus, moving forward for her VO career, which will include some behind-the-scenes for Masterclass Members!
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2022-09-2632 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 94 – The Gurus Welcome Bodalgo Founder Armin HierstetterOnline Casting Platform Bodalgo is unique in many ways. With a smaller roster of talent who are personally vetted, and a transparent platform that puts voice talent first, The Gurus just had to chat with the founder, Armin Hierstetter. It’s real talk with amazing industry folks. Would you expect anything less from the Voiceover Gurus?
A little about Armin Hierstetter:
Armin Hierstetter, born in 1970, is a German entrepreneur most well known as the founder of bodalgo, a multi-award-winning and leading online casting platform for voiceover talents. Since its launch in early 2008, bodalgo has become an...
2022-07-1246 min
Speechless: Real Life in VO.The Mid-Atlantic Voiceover Conference Founder, Val Kelly!The Mid-Atlantic Voiceover Conference (MAVO) Founder, Val Kelly! She's a one woman wonder who made it happen for the Mid-Atlantic! Pronounced: MAY-voh OR MAH-voh (Kim prefers MAY-voh -Natasha prefers MAH-Voh!). Val Kelly specializes in animation as a talent herself. Val started her voice-over career in 1999 after being told her whole life how "cute" her voice is and that she should do something with it... and so she did....!!
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2022-06-0812 min
Speechless: Real Life in VO.V.O. North Conference -The only Canadian voiceover conference!A drive-thru Interview with the founders of V.O. North conference in Toronto! We have the honor of meeting Tanya and Dervla, two dynamite women in the voiceover industry and the founders of V.O. NORTH, Canada’s only voiceover conference! Join us as we learn some background info about VO North, their strategic choice for speakers, and their plans for the future!!
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2022-06-0114 min
Speechless: Real Life in VO.Voiceover: You Are Enough. Why your voice isn’t.This week we explore why having an awesome voice isn’t enough for a voiceover career. Do you have an entrepreneurial spirit? Learn what else you need to round out your vocation!
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2022-05-1113 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 91 - Marketing Ideas with Rob CarboneDon't you just love Marketing? Yeah, we hate it too. Thankfully, on this episode of The Voiceover Gurus Podcast, JJ and Linda welcome Ex Marketing guy Rob Carbone to the show. Rob, who is also a Voice Talent, gives some tips and ideas on how to market yourself on LinkedIn and some thoughts about email marketing in general. It could stir the flames of creativity for you as it did for Linda.
Check out Robs' website at RobCarboneVO.com
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2022-05-1048 minSpeechless: Real Life in VO.Voiceover Casting: Barbara Hennessy, Senior VP of Production at Tribe PicturesVoiceover Casting: Barbara Hennessy, Senior VP of Production at Tribe Pictures. A Tribe we want to be a part of!
About Tribe: Tribe is a video production company specializing in business storytelling for corporations, organizations and academic institutions. Based in Chatham, NJ but their work takes them across the US and around the world.
Barbara Hennessy, Senior VP of Production: With over 25 years of experience in the TV and film industry, Barbara manages all of Tribe’s client relationships and production workflow. In her decade of tenure with Tribe Pictures, Barbara has supervised production of nu...
2022-05-0425 min
Speechless: Real Life in VO.Voiceover Casting with Pandora Radio’s Steve PogatchMeet Steve “VO Shazam” Pogatch, Pandora’s Senior Manager of Voiceover Operations. He’s been responsible for recruiting, auditioning and curating new talent for the Pandora VO Roster, as well as managing the Pandora Voice Over Roster. Super-cool and super-humble, Steve gives us the 411 on voice actor do’s and don’ts and all things casting for voice over!
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2022-04-2722 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 90 - A Students Journey to Full Time VOAn actual Voiceover Gurus student discusses their voiceover journey on this episode of The Voiceover Gurus Podcast. On this episode we welcome Troy Holden as he shares his experience from the very start to working as a full time VO actor today. He shares his mistakes and a few lessons he’s learned along the way.
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2022-04-2647 min
Speechless: Real Life in VO.How to Show Up Like a Professional When Being Coached for VoiceoverHow to show up like a professional when being coached for voiceover – aka “What not to do in a private voice-over lesson!” Bring your best self when coaching with your heroes! Tune in this week as we share our sometimes cringey but always relatable (and helpful) experiences in our own coaching sessions. You can learn how to bring your best self too! We talk about what we are most afraid of when being privately coached for voiceover AND what we’ve learned not to do in a private coaching session.
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2022-04-1309 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 89 - Dubbing Technology with VoiceQs Steven RenataPodcast Show Notes
On this episode of The Voiceover Gurus podcast, JJ and Linda welcome Managing Director of VoiceQ, Steven Renata to talk about dubbing and the latest technology that any voice talent can use. If dubbing is in your bag of talents, you need to check out VoiceQ! Visit VoiceQ Dubbing Technology
About Steven Renata:
A native of the small township of Kawakawa in the far north of New Zealand, Steven Renata grew up in Milton, in the country’s deep south, and takes pride in his dual heritage of Māori and...
2022-04-1333 min
Speechless: Real Life in VO.There's Enough Voiceover Work for EveryoneThere's Enough Voiceover Work for Everyone - aka “(If you are ready to be hired) ...there's enough voiceover work for everyone... (who do the work).”
There's a ton of work - just have to find it yourself! We talk about how to be hire-able, and how to reach out to find that work.
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2022-03-3012 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 88 - Student Question TimeJJ and Linda gripe a bit about impatience when working on your VO goals and answer a student's question about pursuing a slow genre. It's another episode filled with lots of advice, a few laughs, and the relatability you've learned and love about The Voiceover Gurus.
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2022-03-2931 min
Speechless: Real Life in VO.Actor, Coach, and Voiceover Master Sensei at the VO Dojo, Tish HicksTish Hicks, Actor, Coach, and Voiceover Master Sensei at the VO Dojo, a Premier VO School in L.A., joined us for our 31st episode! Tish has been telling stories in all genres of voiceover (commercials, animation, video games, tv narration, promo, audiobooks et al) for 25+ years including being the voice of many high-profile and long-running campaigns like Subaru and Citibank. The V.O Dojo has a full training program designed to take you from Beginner to Pro. Sign up for a "voiceover once over" - a free consultation - to find out where to start at the Dojo!
2022-03-1623 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 87 - The Gurus Catch UpJJ Wilson broadcasts from his NEW studio in Pennsylvania! He and Linda get caught up after a few weeks off, due to work and moving issues, and chat about a future workshop and the Masterclass benefits. Just a simple catch-up podcast!
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2022-03-1534 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 86 - Getting To Know UsYou may think the Gurus know everything about each other after all these years and shows, but in this episode, Linda decides to ask JJ a few questions on the fly, regarding his voiceover biz and life. Both Gurus share their thoughts, experiences, and some laughs of course. And, actually learn a thing or two about each other!
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2022-02-1637 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 85 - What Is Your Voiceover Motivation?Ep 85 – What is your Voiceover Motivation?
JJ Wilson and Linda Bruno talk candidly about staying motivated and the mental ups and downs of being a freelance artist. Keeping the work flowing is one of our biggest challenges and at various stages of your career, your motivation may change. So, what is your Voiceover motivation?
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2022-02-0130 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 84 - Happy New Year HangThe Gurus are back from a nice holiday break. JJ and Linda catch up on their lives and discuss current jobs and clients. A laid-back hang with the Gurus to bring in the New Year!
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2022-01-1139 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 83 - WoVO President Dan LenardEp 83 – WOVO President – Dan Lenard
The Gurus chat with voice actor, audio guru and WoVO president, Dan Lenard about the history of World-Voices Organization (WoVO), the purpose and how it helps voice actors everywhere. Dan shares his technical expertise and years of experience. A little about Dan:
Dan Lenard, “the Knowledgeable Voice” and “The Home Studio Master” President of WoVO
Hailing from Sherman Oaks, California, Dan Lenard has been a radio personality, a high school Media and Social Studies teacher, and currently is a free lance producer, professional voice artist and professional...
2021-12-2043 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 82 - How to Make a Read Sound RealEp 82 – How to Make a Read Sound Real
In this episode, a Voiceover Gurus’ student asks about a very common audition spec and how to achieve it. “How to keep a read from sounding overworked”. The Gurus give their perspective as well as a few tips along the way.
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2021-12-0730 min
The Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 81 - Comedian and Actor Adam FerraraEp 81 – Comedian and Actor Adam Ferrara
It’s a blast from the past for Linda on The Voiceover Gurus Podcast, as longtime friend Adam Ferrara joins in to talk all about auditioning. From his experiences as an actor in TV, Movies, and On Stage, Adam tells it like it is and in a way that the Gurus genuinely appreciate.
Be sure to check out his latest YouTube Special, “It’s Scary In Here.”
YouTube It's Scary In Here
As well as his podcast, The Adam Ferrara Podcast
The Adam Fe...
2021-11-2340 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 80 - The Reality Behind Making A Good DemoIt’s true, Linda Bruno and JJ Wilson have spoken about creating a great demo in the past, but this time, some clarification is in order. The Voiceover Gurus discuss the reasons for their unorthodox process, where every student’s process is customized. Don’t fall for the hype of fast-track VO schools. Check out the Gurus thoughts on their process, during this podcast episode.
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2021-11-0935 min
The Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 79 - A-Mazing Demo Guy Cliff ZellmanIt's time to delve deep into Automotive Commercials with A-mazing Voiceover Demo producer Cliff Zellman, who shares his years of experience in the industry with us. We discuss the actual read itself, as well as aspects of Automotive that maybe you didn't know about.
About Cliff:
Cliff is an established Producer, Director, Audio Engineer, Editor, and Director of Talent Development for ACM – Automotive Division. “I've been in the production industry for over 40 years and pretty much recorded, produced, directed and edited just about anything & everything audio. My firm foundation in music has been instrumental (pun inten...
2021-10-2654 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 78 - The Evolution Of A Voiceover CareerOn this episode of The Voiceover Gurus podcast, Linda and JJ talk about the evolution of a voiceover career, and how to handle the ride. It's the natural progression of most actors and sometimes a painful pill to swallow, but of course, The Gurus keep it real.
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2021-10-1229 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 77 - Back and Ready for Fall Coaching!After a short break, The Gurus are back and ready to get into new avenues of coaching via The Masterclass Membership. The Masterclass Membership features a new monthly topic about the Industry, in a pre-recorded format, followed by a live Zoom Q&A with the coaches later in the month. It's an affordable way to learn about the other aspects of the Voiceover Industry as we move beyond performance!
Masterclass Membership with the Gurus
https://voiceover-gurus-starter-course.thinkific.com/courses/masterclass-membership
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2021-09-2328 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 76 - Judy Rodman - Vocal Coach ExtraordinaireIn this episode, we are lucky enough to chat with Lindas' Vocal Coach, Judy Rodman. She is an award-winning songwriter, producer, Recording Artist, Fantastic Vocal coach, and Jingle singer! Judy shares her years of experience and knowledge about our instrument, from techniques to care and maintenance.
Named ‘Best Vocal Coach” 2011 by Nashville Music Pros and "Vocal Coach in Residence, August 2013" by TC Helicon's VoiceCouncil Magazine,
Judy teaches her trademarked vocal training method “Power, Path and Performance”™ to singers and speakers nationally and internationally in her office, by phone and Skype.
Her clients include major and ind...
2021-09-1347 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 75 - Demos and Our ProcessYes, it's another episode of the Voiceover Gurus podcast, where we keep it real. In this final Summer episode, Linda and JJ discuss how they create voiceover demos with their students. JJ goes through his process technically and as a coach to get that perfect peformance to truly showcase a students talents. It's more real talk about the Voiceover Industry.
After a little break, The Gurus will be back ready to roll with more content, interviews and fun. As well as more online content all focused on Voiceovers.
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2021-08-1829 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 74 - Let's Talk About PromosLinda and JJ finally discuss one of their regular sources of income, Promos! Why it has taken them so long, nobody knows. But alas, the time has come! Learn about the variety of Promos both Veterans have experienced during their careers, as well as the restrictions attached to this genre.
Entertaining? Sure.
Funny? Maybe.
Informative? YES!
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2021-08-0330 minAtlanta Voiceover StudioEpisode 21: Real Life VO Journey with Steve HendersonSteve Henderson (aka Good Pipes VO) is an accomplished voice actor who you will know from a Lays ad, Nascar, Cartoon Network, Georgia-Pacific, Chick-fil-A and more. Steve also teaches The Character of You class at Atlanta Voiceover Studio. He has an amazing, announcer-type voice but struggled to find his natural, authentic voice...which led him to create a curriculum helping others find theirs. In this episode, hear -
how he got started in voiceover
some of the challenges he's faced along the way
advice for other "announcer-type" voiceover talent
what he wished at the beginning of his career
...
2021-08-0213 min
The Recorded VoiceEp 7: Voiceover processing tools from AccusonusIn this, our seventh episode I’m chatting with Stelios from Accusonus who create some fantastic and very user-friendly tools that can really speed up your voiceover recording process. If you struggle with noise issues in your recordings you’ll definitely want to head to accusonus.com to check out their groundbreaking ERA bundle. Podcast hosted by Guy Michaels https://www.provoiceactor.co.uk/NEWS: VO-Star - new podcast launching in July 2025
2021-07-2833 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 73 - Chatting with V123 CEO Rolf VeldmanIn this episode, we sit down with Voice 123's CEO Rolf Veldman and discuss the biz of VO, pay to plays, and the findings from their research over the last 6 months regarding AI and how it will affect us all, in Voiceover. This one is really informative and honest, just like The Voiceover Gurus. Many thanks to Rolf Veldman for his time and contributions to helping our field grow in a transparent and ethical way!
Head over to The Booth at Voice 123 to download their report, The 2021 State of AI Voices Report, and stay informed!
V...
2021-07-2651 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 72 - Where does our work come from?This episode of the Voiceover Gurus podcast covers another listener question. Where does our work come from? Plus a few tips on auditions, performances, and other good stuff about the VO Biz. We are honest about our approaches and how we find new clients.
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2021-07-2031 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 71 - Auditioning Submission TipsTime for another episode of The Voiceover Gurus Podcast where Linda and JJ shoot the breeze with auditioning submission tips and their experiences in the biz.
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2021-07-1233 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 70 - Chatting with Paul Strikwerda Part 2This is part 2 of Linda and JJ's visit with voice actor, coach, and writer, Paul Strikwerda, of Nethervoice.com. In this episode, Paul talks about health issues and coping as a voice actor.
Check out his blog and website at Nethervoice.com
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2021-06-2926 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 69 - Chatting with Paul Strikwerda Part 1Linda and JJ spend some time with voice actor, coach, and writer, Paul Strikwerda, of Nethervoice.com. In this episode, Paul talks about his method of coaching that goes beyond basic training techniques and his very popular blog. Check out his blog and website at Nethervoice.com
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2021-06-2233 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 68 - What VO Genre Should You PursueIn this episode of The Voiceover Gurus, Linda and JJ answer a student's question regarding which VO Genre to pursue, the importance of constantly working on your craft to keep up with the booking trends, as well as some real-world chat about the business.
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2021-06-1032 minAtlanta Voiceover StudioEpisode 19: Real Voiceover Journey with Aaron GoodsonAaron is one of our Beginner Intensive instructors at Atlanta Voiceover Studio. His voiceover journey went from an accidental acting class to being accepted into NYU's Tisch School of the Arts to 12+ years of teaching teenagers. He's been crushing VO with commercial campaigns with GoPuff, Taco Bell, the NBA and more!
Sign up for Aaron's Beginner Intensive Class here: https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/classes/
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Biggest VO Failure
What Aaron would tell Beginner VO talent
Hardest Thing He's Ever Had to Sell
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2021-06-0214 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 67 - Should you do a Video demo?Today, JJ and Linda discuss the latest trend of video demos and the importance for us as VO Actors. They also touch on the hot topic of AI, and introduce their new Online VO Course for folks starting out.
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2021-06-0133 minThe Recorded VoiceEp 6: The tech side of voiceoverIn this, our sixth episode I’m talking with voiceover studio tech George Whittam. We discover that we are very much in alignment on the priorities of a voiceover setting up and working from a home studio. These days a pro-VO needs to strive to be a pro engineer to serve the project and stand the chance of repeat work. Only a small percentage of VOs worldwide are actually achieving this.Head to voiceoverkickstart.com for technical voice over coaching and how to set up and improve your home studioIN EPISODE 7...In episod...
2021-06-0130 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 66 - Union VS Non UnionJJ Wilson and Linda Bruno get another great question from a student, this time about the Unions. Should you join? Can you do both Union and Non-Union? What IS the deal? Listen in as they discuss the pros and cons of both!
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2021-05-1431 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 65 - Websites and StuffLinda and JJ discuss various frustrations, one of which is Linda's website. The gurus discuss what to do with your VO website. They also talk about auditioning and experiences. And by the way, Lindas' website is finally done!
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2021-04-3030 minThe Recorded VoiceEp 3: Voiceover as the Solo EntrepreneurIn this, our third episode I’m talking with Mike Saraswat, founder and CEO of Ekstasy, a hugely successful Advertising, Branding and Creative agency based in London. As the pro voiceover artist, the quicker you identify as a business, the stronger that business and your career will become. We go deep and discuss fears, the need for understanding finances and setting rates, routine and discipline, and succeeding as a solo-entrepreneur.For more golden advice and resources head to voiceoverkickstart.com IN EPISODE 4...In episode four, I’m talking with busy British Voiceover Artist Kate Wh...
2021-04-2049 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 64 - You've got the demo...so now what?JJ and Linda chat about where they send students once they are ready to start auditioning. And they get sidetracked as always and talk about other relevant stuff too. Don't worry, you'll get a tidbit or two!
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2021-04-1633 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 63 - Two podcasts become oneOn this episode, JJ and Linda spend some quality time with friends, Bobbi Maxwell and Kevin Kilpatrick from the Middle-Class VO podcast to talk shop! Well, VO Shop that is!
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2021-04-0534 minAtlanta Voiceover StudioEpisode 17: Voiceover ACTING with Actress Angela DavisActress Angela Davis is known for her roles on-screen in The Accountant, The Resident, Cloak & Dagger, P-Valley, along with many others. In addition to acting on screen, Angela teaches acting and is also a voice actress.
On the podcast, you'll hear:
Angela's journey to acting
How she ended up adding voiceover to her on screen acting
What's different between on screen acting and voiceover
Join Angela for her ACTING for VOICEOVER WORKSHOP Saturday MAY 8th
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2021-04-0321 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 62 - When Sessions Get AwkwardJJ Wilson and Linda Bruno recount some awkward things that have happened during sessions and share a few tips.
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2021-03-2529 minThe Recorded VoiceAnother Voiceover Podcast!Pro Voiceover Artists can REGISTER INTEREST at Voiceover Profiles®https://voiceoverprofiles.com/register-interest/
2021-03-1802 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 61 - Directed Live SessionsJJ Wilson and Linda Bruno go through a typical directed live session, and what experiences they have had with various clients. They also give tips on how to prepare to be fantastic.
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2021-03-1532 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEpisode 60 - The Pros and Cons of an AgentTime to talk about Agents! Love em or Hate em, they are an important part of our industry. JJ and Linda talk about their experiences with this part of the business.
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2021-03-0432 minAtlanta Voiceover StudioEpisode 16: Voiceover Websites with Web Designer Brian RobertsHave you heard that you need a website for your voiceover business but no idea where to start or what needs to be on it? Brian Roberts is a voiceover talent and a website designer. He and his partner Monika Aerodoll create websites for voice actors specifically with their business called Voices on Display. In this episode, we talk about:
What basic things do you need to get a website up and running.
Why is a website important for voice actors.
What is SEO and why do we need it?
Example of Brian's Website: http://talktomebrian.com/
2021-03-0122 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEpisode 59 - Lesson From Becoming A Successful Voice ActorJJ Wilson and Linda Bruno share some of the lessons they have learned over the course of their VO career. Email us at Info@Voiceover.Guru
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2021-02-2235 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEpisode 58 - Knowing Your Worth As A Voice TalentJJ Wilson and Linda Bruno discuss the importance of knowing your worth as a voice talent and how to not sell out.
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2021-02-0831 minAtlanta Voiceover StudioEpisode 15: Real Voiceover Journey with MARIA PENDOLINOEveryone's voiceover journey is different and this episode features the talented Maria Pendolino and her VO journey.
Maria is an award winning professional voice talent with a background in musical theatre and film. In 2019, she launched MillennialVoiceover.com, aiming to help companies "speak millennial." And she came in second in the "Fastest Talking New Yorker" contest at Madison Square Garden.
Hear how Maria got where she is and the lessons she learned along the way.
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2021-02-0123 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEpisode 57 - Online Opinions Muddy The VO WatersIn this splendiferous episode, JJ and Linda discuss the dangers of reading too many online voiceover opinions and how to forge ahead despite the scary naysayers. Plus another listener question.
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2021-01-2631 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEpisode 56 - Listener QuestionsWe love when listeners send us questions about the biz, so on this episode, we answer a few from a new listener and workout participant. Great advice from two veterans who have been there!
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Linda Bruno Voice Actress
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2021-01-1232 minAtlanta Voiceover StudioEpisode 14: Organization Tips for Voiceover Actors with Laura RayLaura Ray has been a professional organizer for over 14 years helping individuals and businesses. She sat down with Heidi Rew to share tips specifically for voiceover actors. In this episode, Laura covers -
Email organization
Desktop organization
Financial organization
Home Studio/Office Organization
Time Organization
*Schedule a consultation with Laura and find more resources here: *
https://organizeatlanta.com
Contact Laura: Laura@OrganizeAtlanta.com
*FOR VO TRAINING, CLASSES (in-person and virtual) and other RESOURCES, check out - *
www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com
www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com
HOME STUDIO SET-UP RESOURCES
https://atlantavoiceoverstudio...
2021-01-0126 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEpisode 55 - Attitude Is EverythingTime for another scintillating episode of The Voiceover Gurus Podcast with a snazzy new open. In this episode, JJ and Linda chat about the right attitude for success, as well as a few highlights in their careers.
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2020-12-1832 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEpisode 54 - Technical Questions and Editing FunIn this Episode, we answer a student's question regarding editing and voicing to video, as well as other fun facts that only the Gurus can give.
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2020-12-0328 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEpisode 53 -Client Issues and VO ConferencesIn this episode of The Voiceover Gurus podcast, LL and JJ discuss an issue that sometimes occurs with clients, as well as their thoughts on the many VO conferences around the country.
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2020-11-1834 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEpisode 52 - Dealing with Performance AnxietyIn another titillating episode of the Voiceover Gurus Podcast, JJ and Linda answer a listeners' question about dealing with performance anxiety and how to handle it. The Gurus discuss their experiences from the Voiceover trenches.
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2020-11-0930 minAtlanta Voiceover StudioEpisode 10: Q&A with Mike and HeidiDo you ever wonder, "Do OTHER voiceover actors feel the same way I do?" or "I have so many questions about voiceover!" Mike Stoudt and Heidi Rew, owners of Atlanta Voiceover Studio, ProVoiceoverTraining.com, and long-time voiceover actors share their experiences, struggles and how you can navigate this world of voiceover.
*THINGS WE COVER: *
First VO job...what to expect
Most fearful aspect of voiceover
Biggest hurdles faced
What they wish they'd known in the beginning
*PLUS they answer questions from Instagram (@atlantavoiceoverstudio) *
"What are good agencies for people who are new to VO...
2020-09-0445 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEpisode 46 - Voiceover Support & FriendsIn this fine episode, JJ and Linda discuss the importance of having VO friends to confide in, relate to, and break up the monotony of working home alone.
Visit their sites!
Linda Bruno
JJ Wilson Voices
Voiceover.GURU
2020-08-2626 minThe Voiceover Gurus PodcastEpisode 40 - Voiceover and the VirusIn this go-round, JJ and Linda discuss our new reality and how it's affecting being a Voice Actor.
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2020-04-0228 min
Atlanta Voiceover StudioEpisode 1: What is ATLANTA VOICEOVER STUDIO and How this Podcast Can Help YOU!Mike Stoudt and Heidi Rew share how Atlanta Voiceover Studio and this podcast can help you in your voice over career. Hear what the heck Atlanta Voiceover Studio even is and why we're doing what we do.
2019-03-0424 min
The Voiceover Gurus PodcastEpisode 17 - Avoiding Bad Voiceover CoachingWith so many people wanting to get into the VO business, inevitably some less than honest companies and schools start to pop up to take advantage of the unsuspecting. Longtime VO Coach and Voiceover expert, Gabby Nistico, joins Linda on this podcast to discuss their surprising shared history in the biz as well as what to watch out for when choosing a good Voiceover Mentor. Gabby Nistico - Voiceover Coach and Career Kickstarter
2018-08-1555 min
Stevie Cripps - VoiceoverStevie Cripps - Vintage Voiceover Demo ReelI created this voice demo back in 2004 to capture the attention of London Voiceover agents as well as showcase my work as a producer and Radio 1 voice to radio networks. Would it work now? I'm not sure - but I had a lot of fun producing it! Compare it to my latest demo : https://steviecripps.com
2017-05-0403 min
ALL OVER VOICEOVER with KIFF VHEpisode 37: "Uhhh... What She Said!" from ALL OVER VOICEOVER LIVE at Stan Lee's LA Comicon 2016 (Part 2)This is part two of a 2-part episode made up from the All Over Voiceover LIVE Event at Stan Lee's LA Comicon 2016 panel, hosted by Kiff (@kiffvh) with the marvelous returning guests Cissy Jones (@cissyspeaks), Amanda Troop (@amanda_troop), & G.K. Bowes (@gkbowes) and new guest, Larissa Gallagher (@larissala) who cover topics ranging, literally, All Over Voiceover. Enjoy!
2016-11-1043 min
ALL OVER VOICEOVER with KIFF VHEpisode 36: "Uhhh... What She Said!" from ALL OVER VOICEOVER LIVE at Stan Lee's LA Comicon 2016 (Part 1)This is part one of a 2-part episode made up from the All Over Voiceover LIVE Event at Stan Lee's LA Comicon 2016 panel, hosted by Kiff (@kiffvh) with the marvelous returning guests Cissy Jones (@cissyspeaks), Amanda Troop (@amanda_troop), & G.K. Bowes (@gkbowes) and new guest, Larissa Gallagher (@larissala) who cover topics ranging, literally, All Over Voiceover. Enjoy!
2016-11-1041 minStevie Cripps - VoiceoverStevie Cripps Corporate Voiceover ReelA short corporate voiceover demo reel containing a variety of reads from professional British voiceover artist Stevie Cripps. Clients include HP, Lee Cooper, Guild Co-working Hub, Speedo, Selfridges, Red Bull, Coca Cola, Unilever, o2 and KPMG
2016-02-2700 min