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The Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 137: Neil WilsonNeil Wilson is an experienced Voice Actor based in the Baton Rouge area. His work is found on Radio like GO COUNTRY in L.A., TV Promo work such as FX Network and HBO, TV Affiliate, Commercial and more. Neil is also, possibly, the biggest football fan I know…like right up to the edge of annoying without quite crossing over. You’ll never guess which team he is out of his mind for by going to his website or looking at the pictures below.
Notes:
It’s mainly Radio, background and football for the first 30 minutes
...2019-12-2000 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 136: Pete GustinPete Gustin is the voice of many Radio and TV stations, Movie Trailers, national commercial campaigns and perhaps most notably, the signature voice of The Fox News Channel. Pete also has a background in radio production starting his career at WEEI, one the more powerful stations in one the largest American Radio Markets, Boston, Mass. In fact, he started at WEEI and its sister stations during college and remained there for 18 years, taking short time away to work at Sirius Radio in its infancy. After interviewing Pete I can say that rarely do I run into someone with more drive an...2019-10-3100 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEPISODE 135: JAMES STODD JAMES STODD is Group Production Director – Celador Radio plus Classic Rock Imaging Producer at Benztown. James is a UK based Radio Imaging producer who has held a well rounded variety of jobs. From his start as a “jock” in college to Radio Mercury in Crawley where he got his start with Production among other stops along the way, eventually he would land at Capital Network and then Head of Production at Capital FM 95.8 in London. We discuss all of that and more plus general UK radio topics, managing a team, being a team of one, working on large regional networks at...2019-09-3000 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 134: Malcom RykerI can safely say my guest is a “ROCK GUY” and that is both a compliment and true. He would also be the first to tell you it’s what he loves and what he has done his entire career. The thing is, he also does a ton more. Malcom Ryker is the Creative Services Director (Radio Imaging) at iHeartMedia San Diego. Malcom also serves as the “Rock Guy” iHeart’s national production team. He voices countless stations across the US, mostly Rock and Alt, in big markets like NYC, Dallas, Atlanta, San Francisco etc. He is also doing plenty of P...2019-09-0200 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 133: Steve TaylorSteve Taylor has been on an impressive RISE over the last few years. For me, I went from sort of knowing of him and hearing him some places…to befriending him and hearing him EVERYWHERE! Based on his work with iHeart Radio Stations, TV Networks and Local TV Affiliates… and everything else he does… he might be one of the most “heard” voice actors working today. From a variety of National and Local radio stations/formats, to the Voice of Court TV and many other TV platforms he really is killing it. But he’s southern and humble so you wo...2019-08-0100 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 132: Jeff Schmidt 2019Another returning guest, Jeff Schmidt is back for a very specific reason: He is producing some of the biggest and most successful podcasts available. Jeff is atop-tier radio imaging producer and sound designer based in the Bay Area. Most recently, as I mentioned, he’s focused on podcast production. In this “new” podcast realm he has produced DR. DEATH, DIRTY JOHN, FEAR, OVER MY DEAD BODY, IMAGINED LIFE, GLADIATOR, The “INSIDE” shows, well…I could go on and on.
I wanted to get a deep look at what goes into the creation of these high-production-value shows that have simply bl...2019-06-0300 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 131: Issa LopezAs a Voice Actor Issa Lopez makes it very clear that she knows who she is…and who she is NOT. This is one of the biggest factors in her growth and success. Issa is a bilingual talent focusing on Radio Imaging, Commercial, Narration, IVR and more in both English and Spanish. She is heard all over North, Central and South America on Radio, TV, Online and more. Issa started as a Singer, seeing much success, and was faced with very tough life choices early on. She found her way to fortuitous 11-year career On the Air in Radio (while als...2019-05-0100 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 130: Mark PeeplesA veteran Voice Actor, Mark Peeples is heard…everywhere. Radio, TV Affiliate are the BIG ones for Mark but he also reads Promo, Trailers, Commercial, Late Night TV bits and more in his Alabama studio. Mark started in Radio but shifted to Voiceover pretty early in his career in Atlanta. One of his big “breaks” was for Turner and as you will hear it basically all got rolling from there. I kick off the interview with a small sample of his work, including one of the spots from that first Turner campaign, The NBA on TNT/TBS. Visit his Site (and...2019-04-0100 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 129: Roger Keeler 2019Roger Keeler is UNIQUE. He is also immensely talented, creative, experienced, off-beat, musical, and highly SKILLED in all things audio. BUT above all else – UNIQUE. This is one of the few people I wanted to have on for a second time. When I am out in the wild talking Imaging with other pros his name comes up often. I doubt he knows how many people look up to him. His skills are wide ranging but he excels at one of the most important – WRITING. Listen to his work and it will be evident.
Roger handles many responsibilities for iHeart Den...2019-03-1700 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 128: Dan MumfordOur guest, Dan Mumford, spent a decade at RADIO 1 in the UK starting at age 25. He then had some other Radio Imaging related jobs but quickly found his place as a successful music and sound design producer/composer/engineer. We discuss his music background, radio background and how they intersect. Of course we talk tech — you better check out the pics of his studio including his modular synth! Maybe most importantly we get into his latest venture, RAFT MUSIC, his own production music library which literally JUST launched days before I am posting this show. We discuss his workflow, the ta...2019-02-2800 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 126: Capital FM/Xtra 2018To finish off 2018 in style I decided the show would require a TEAM as opposed to ONE guest. In fact, I welcome not just “a” team but perhaps THE team. The 7-man Imaging Collective at CAPITAL and CAPITAL XTRA are ALL guests on the show. We commandeered the big studio at Capital and even had multiple remote locations mixed in. I can’t begin to summarize everything we discussed but I did my best to cover most of what goes into Imaging such Epic brands like Capital and Capital Xtra plus all the network stations/affiliates.
Topics: Background of each...2018-12-1300 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 125: Nik SmonI should lead with one of the big reasons I wanted Nik Smon on the show: He uses Ableton. Music producers, especially electronic producers, might say, “So what?” But in the Radio Imaging world it’s rather rare to work in this DAW.
(Warning – Voice talents or NOT-so-nerdy-audiophiles – we get super nerdy with audio geekery)
I saw Nik in action on stage at the Imaging Days in Amsterdam. He was methodically, efficiently and creatively moving around the software building musical, tight, effective production in no time and I was REALLY impressed. I had to know more! Nik is a fre...2018-11-0100 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 124: Rich Van Slyke“Write it down. Write down what you want. Write down your goals.”
I’ll lead off this post with those wise words provided from my guest, Rich Van Slyke. Sort of seems obvious…yet is it? How many of us actually do that? I do not.
On top of being a stellar Radio Imaging Voice, Rich is bringing some perspective today! The type of perspective that comes from many years of experience , quality experience. He is an Up-State New York guy, started radio there in ’79. He then elevated to the Production Director gig at 96-Rock in Atlanta. Then...2018-10-0100 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 123: Brad LeaskBrad is the Network Imaging Producer for NOVA Entertainment based in Sydney, Australia. Great gig for a seasoned veteran of the industry…or for someone who has been in for 5 YEARS and is all of 24 YEARS OLD! You wouldn’t know how old or young he is by talking to him. You will know how much passion and love he has for the Radio Imaging Production industry and Radio in general. I would list some of the many places he’s worked (credits so-to-speak) but there is NOVA and…..NOVA. He tells us about starting out, the realities of working 3 jobs...2018-09-0300 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 122: The Imaging HouseKelly Doherty, K3, KellyKellyKelly is the guest…again! Kelly has been a big player in the Radio Imaging world for a very long time and became a household name playing at highest levels at a rather young age. She is an Imaging Voice Artist heard on some of the pinnacle radio brands across the world in a variety of formats, produced imaging, managed imaging producers, hosted amazing radio imaging panels and is generally connected to everything and everyone in the Radio Imaging ecosystem.
I am very happy to help get the word out about her BRAND NEW project – The Im...2018-07-2000 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 121: Josh GoodmanThe transition from a successful career on-the-air in radio to independent full-time voice artist is not exactly an easy proposition and certainly not as easy as some people might expect it to be. Denver-based talent Josh Goodman is a multi-faceted voiceover artist who is LEGIT good at all the various….facets… and has navigated that radio to voice transition in a methodical, measured and fortuitous manner. Josh Goodman: Commercial, Radio Imaging, TV Promo, In-Show Narration, eLearning, Industrial, AudioBooks and more. And damn good (and successful) at all of it. He is another one of my guests that you might not have...2018-06-2800 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 120: Ron TarrantUPDATE: I am not going to say Ron owes me $10 (I don’t think he accepted my bet) but today, June 7th 2018, Ron was able to announce he is joining the team at Reel World. A GREAT Get for them!
The entire staff at the Producers Podcast (me) wishes him continued world domination and success.
Ron Tarrant has been on a rapid rise in the Radio Imaging industry which has included jobs in small, large and MAMOTH markets…or “worlds.” Canadian born, he is one of those talented producers who came down to the states to take on one o...2018-05-3000 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 119: Bob SchmidtBob Schmidt is the voice of the Fox Sports Radio Network, The Dan Patrick Show, AM 570 in LA and countless other (mostly sports) stations and shows around the US. Bob is also…yes ALSO… an extremely talented Radio Imaging Producer. He produces AM 570 in LA, calls that his home base and has been in that role since 2004. I will admit I just didn’t know much about Bob before I reached out. As will become clear if you listen to the show, I pretty much ONLY knew that he did the Intros for Dan Patrick which I listen to everyday. We ta...2018-04-2700 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 118: Scott MatthewsAfter this interview, and based on our conversations away from the show, I can safely say that Scott Matthews LOVES radio and is proud to make it his primary focus. Scott Matthews is a Radio Imaging Voice. I think I could leave it there and he would be fine with that. But alas that is not all Scott is known for. Yes, Scott is heard as Brand Voice on Radio Stations, in various radio formats, around the world. It would take me too long to list them or even list the “Big” ones. Scott is also working in TV Promo, comme...2018-04-1800 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 117: Terry Phillips
Terry Phillips is an old friend and one of my go-to guys for any audiophile related questions, issues, brainstorms, epiphanies or other. He is the Creative Director at Entercom Detroit producing imaging for WYCD and WOMC. These are two legendary stations with tons of Heritage and importance in their respective genres and the Detroit Radio Market. He knows his away around Pro Tools and NON-Pro Tools DAWS. He knows his Macs his PCs, Waves, UA, McDSP, Soundtoys, iZotope, and all the other plug-in fun. He is a talented Sound Designer (I don’t think its a secret that I used...2018-03-3000 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 116: Graeme JuddThe show’s guest, Graeme Judd, is one of the preeminent Promo Voices in the US (and Canada). I have had the luxury of speaking to some of the biggest names in more than one industry and in his, he is near the very top. Graeme is regularly heard on CBS, E!, Fox and a multitude of other networks and platforms. A few Graeme Judd adjectives that come to mind after our chat: Humble, Driven, Passionate and Genuine. In the show we chat everything from his career’s genesis, music, audio production, all facets of voiceover, coaching, agents, managers (probably too...2018-02-2000 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 115: Vanessa JamesAs long as I can keep featuring the biggest players in the industry AND they happen to be female it’s a big win-win. While my guest, Vanessa James, happens to be one of the stellar imaging voices in radio she also has her hands firmly dug into so many other areas of media and brand building. I get her talking about how she progressed to where she is now – From Radio to Voice Acting to Social Influencing to Brand building and everything in between. There is definitely a lot in between. You hear her on stations around the states li...2018-01-3000 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 114: Randy ThomasMany people in the industry and/or who regularly check out my podcast will be familiar with Randy Thomas, today’s guest. If you know the basics – scroll on down to the links, download the show or just hit that big round play button!
For everyone else Randy is thought of by many, myself included, as Voiceover Royalty. She is one of the few professionals who have been heard by billions…yep, BILLIONS…of people, LIVE. To list a few achievements: Voice of The Oscars (8x) The Super Bowl (3x), The Emmy Awards (5x), The Tony Awards (18x), SAG Awar...2017-12-1800 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 113: Josh JensenI think based on his “Online Names” being episode 113 might be a good thing for my latest guest, Josh Jensen. He is a bunch of things at iHeart Media but mainly Creative Director at 98Rock and US 103.5 (WFUS) in Tampa. He also handles creative for the National iHeart Platform (CHR) and Nikki Sixx’s national shows PLUS (yes there is more) Imaging Production for The Mix Group’s ever-growing fleet of stations. I got to meet Josh a while back and he is kind of…no, IS the guy who you expect to be making his Imaging. Take that as you...2017-12-0600 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 112: Mike “Sideshow” Andersen…OR you might know him as “Sidey.” Mike Andersen is the Imaging Director at Triple M in Sydney and the Triple M Network. There are a million reasons why he has been the Imaging MAN there for over 20 years and hopefully you’ll hear about a few of those in this show. I guess to put one word on his style I’d go with “Unpredictable”. You could say he is quirky, edgy, funny, succinct, interesting and a whole bunch of other descriptors that mean you don’t know what you are going to get…ever…in the best way pos...2017-10-1800 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 111: Wendy K GrayHow about one of the top Radio Imaging Voices as my next guest? I welcome in Wendy K Gray. On top of that, Wendy is a killer in the world of Promo, Animation (all aspects of that), Commercial, Industrial and Narration. Plus she is a singer/songwriter with years of writing, recording and performing under her belt. She’s taking meetings on projects with the likes of Seth MacFarlane and tells the story at the end of the show. But she is a super shy, humble and talented individual that even let me get a few words in over the cours...2017-09-1800 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 110: Daniel TestaMy first Maltese guest, Dan Testa, is one of, if not the youngest guests on the show to date. I actually had no idea he was this young BECAUSE of how advanced his skill-set is. I believe when you hear his work and hear him talk about radio it will obvious why I had to get him featured. A “Young Gun” for sure but a skill level beyond his years, Dan is Head of Production at 897 BAY in Malta. He is a shining example of how Networking can and should be used in a positive manner, how you can learn fr...2017-08-1700 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 109: John PleisseThe more I think that being north of 100 episodes means I’ll start to run out of BIG names to get on the show..the more I realize thats absurd. John Pleisse is a major player in the voiceover world especially when we talk in terms of Radio Imaging AND TV Affiliate work. He is heard in the largest markets on varying formats in radio and while primarily on NBC affiliates across the States he is also on other networks and cable channels etc. Basically, if you have functioning ears and are in ‘merica — you’ve heard my guest.
A...2017-07-1200 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 108: Chris WardChris Ward’s official title: Content Operations Director / Group Production Director for the Bauer City Network , Northern England & Scotland.
That means he has his hands in dozens of stations and networks across the UK. He is also part of the larger Bauer Media Group which, as I learned in the interview, is REALLY HUGE in Europe. I had the pleasure of meeting Chris in Amsterdam in 2016 and he joined me on a Jingle Related panel at The Imaging Days. It was clear to me then that I had to extend our chat to this podcast. He has a very we...2017-06-1600 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 107: Andrew BergerAndrew Berger is the Imaging Director at POWER 106 in Los Angeles, CA. Power is one of the longest running Hip Hop stations in America and one that has built genres and landscapes, waged battles and defined radio strategies for decades. It has certainly evolved in different ways but to say it isn’t an EXTREMELY important station in the grand scheme of radio would be wrong.
Andrew is one of those people I think about when I keep doing this podcast.
Andrew consumes these interviews more than most people (more than anyone should). He analyzes everything that the pros...2017-05-1900 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 106: Justin Spencer DoveJustin Spencer Dove is a rising star and has been for a solid decade or more. I always know that if a guy’s name comes up many times, by many independent people consistently, I want to get him on my show. AND he has one of the real nifty Imaging gigs out there too! He’s the GUY at 90.3 AMP (huge) and XL 103 in Calgary on top of being the National Imaging Director for ALL of NEWCAP RADIO. On top of handling imaging in neighboring markets, and across the company, he’s also producing some really cutting edge sound des...2017-04-2700 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 105: Roger RoseRoger Rose is one of the premier promo voices in America. While many people will know Roger, or at minimum his voice, from the Columbia Broadcasting System it might still be a surprise to find out on just how many venues he is heard. CBS, ABC, NBC, FOX – The Grammys, The Emmys, People’s Choice, Other Live events – Animation, Commercial, Affiliate Voice, Trailers, Long-form Narration (on networks and shows you probably watch) – Director, Producer, Actor (Ski Patrol!), Improv, Comedy, Drama, Variety….I should stop.
Wait – One more – Fred Savage Friend. (I love Fred Savage, so I had to bring...2017-03-2400 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 104: Marc Vickers“Tell us how you did it.” I should do this more often but I pulled a small, simple quote from the end of our interview because I think this is very important for new/young/budding talent to keep in mind. When applying for gigs and sending audio THAT is what Marc Vickers, Creative Director of Wisebuddah in The UK, wants along with it. It’s a simple “extra” to provide if you want to be heard and considered for a job and worth your attention. Marc Vickers is indeed the guest for this show and was very generous with hi...2017-02-0800 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 103: Ben MarksThat’s Ben marks! Imaging Producer at Reel World Europe. I’ve had the pleasure of getting to know many people from their team and like everyone else – Ben exudes class, humility and TALENT. Check out the link below to Reel World’s Blog about the Radio 1 Extra project. It should show you all you need to know about what Ben does and can do. You may have seen him speak at Imaging Days 2015 or reelMix 2016. I did my best to expand on many techniques, themes and projects you heard or saw. It’s hard to talk about “How” you do ve...2017-01-0500 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 102: Xavier Paul
Xavier Paul is a Voiceover Artist, Theater, TV and Film actor, Stand up comic, On Camera Host and a Musician. “HBO, THE NBA, CNN, THE WEATHER CHANNEL, MOVIE TRAILERS, CARTOONS, ANIMATION!” BUT when he breaks it down to the core: he is a STORYTELLER. We had a great chat, we got a little deep into industry issues and some of the hurdles he has had to overcome to get to where he is.
AND as a geek for great cinematic art it was a real pleasure to speak to someone who was a part of HBO’s ‘The Ni...2016-12-1500 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEPISODE 100: THE 100TH SHOWTo celebrate the (official) 100th show of my now 8 year old podcast I set out to create the most International audio program about the current state of Radio Imaging. I asked about 40 radio pros to talk about radio imaging. Simple right? We discuss why we do it, the future of the industry, what we do well, what we can improve, some tools/plug-ins and some wise words and wishes.
YIKES…I thought this was such a good idea (and maybe it was) but did I plan for the actual “How?” of the thing? Nope. I probably could have put it to...2016-11-0700 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 101: Denzil LaceyProgramming Note: No, you did not miss Episode 100. I had planned to line it up with my trip to Europe BUT I actually did a couple bonus episodes so I’ve brilliantly traveled forward to 101 today. NEXT, in October, I will create and post a “100th Podcast Extravaganza Show” – and that will fittingly be titled Episode 100.
Today we hear from the new Imaging Producer at RTE 2FM (Ireland).This is the new National CHR station and it kicks some serious ass thanks to our guest, Denzil Lacey. He was brought in to not only image the station but create the b...2016-09-2200 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 99: Staxx WilliamsIt was not quite ONE year ago today when one of the highest profile Imaging jobs on earth opened up. Dave Foxx left iHeart/NYC – Z100 and KTU – after almost (or more than??) 30 years on the job. I immediately started asking some friends on the inside (including Dave) who would, or could, take the gig. It was pretty quiet for a while. Turns out there were actually many solid names being tossed around. Then in about April of 2016 the news was made official. Staxx Williams was dubbed the new Imaging Dir. at iHeart NYC servicing Z100 and KTU. And now, fina...2016-09-0900 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 98: Chad Erickson
Another high level and still continually rising voice-talent is featured on the show. Chad Erickson is a big name in the world of Radio Imaging Voiceover but he is also found all over your TV box with promo work heard on CBS, Fox, CNN, ESPN College Basketball, Steve Harvey and many, MANY more. Chad is heard on stations everywhere (too many to begin to list) but hit up his website below to see and hear all about it. Chad has many years in the production room and we discuss that too. I tried to balance the “Radio” and “not-Radio” ta...2016-08-3100 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 97: Howard CoganI don’t like to label someone as “The guy from…” or “The person you know as…” in reference to what they do – but in this case, as far as Radio Imaging Voices, Howard Cogan is as connected to ONE specific brand as anyone. Howard is the well known voice of the multi-national JACK FM Radio stations. He is also turning up all over the Network Promo world. As far as TV work goes he is a veteran and you’ve likely heard him voice a promo for Modern Family but he is actually heard all over the network landscape includ...2016-08-1200 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 96: Miles HlivkoI LOVE KIIS. Grew up there, it was my favorite station and they remain a leader on the cutting edge of major market CHR radio. The not so new Imaging Director (about 1 year in now) is Miles Hlivko. YEP…Another major talent to come out of Ohio, and more specifically, Cleveland. He was at WMMS for years elevating to APD in 2013. As we learn in the interview he had two shots at the KIIS gig but waited until everything was just right. His creativity is off the hook. And when guys like John Frost are singing your praises…you are doing som...2016-07-0800 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 95: Cowboy KyleCK, Kyle, Cowboy – whatever you call him – Cowboy Kyle is the Imaging Director at WUSY – US 101 in Chattanooga. CK also images over 20 country stations nationwide including New Orleans, Louisville, Lexington, Indianapolis, Augusta, Des Moines, Wichita, and several more. He KILLS it by knowing the audience, knowing how to write for the format (AND his voice-talent), a master of brevity and thus he continues to grow his client roster.
Contact him on all the socials @CowboyKyle101
Email: KyleCroft@iheartmedia.com
In an effort to “expand” the scope of my show (in quotes as there is a certain level o...2016-06-2000 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 94: Steven LemmensCreative Director at Studio Brussel in Belgium, part of VRT, Steven Lemmens has an outstanding mindset and skillsetfor radio creative and station branding. He specifically crafts the sound of Studio Brussel but works as part of a large team within the company where everyone is encouraged to wear many hats. Heck he is also the “tech guy!” Studio Brussel is one of the more popular music stations which super-serves its audience beyond “just music” while always putting the music first. We get into what that means, what they do well and some key social/video elements they carry out which ar...2016-05-1100 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 93: Larry MacInnisSometimes you just have a great chat with a great talent. Larry MacInnis has been at the center of some large scale creative. In fact if you are in Canada you’ve heard of CHUM-FM, of course. Or maybe specifically Toronto, you’ve heard the Al Palladini’s Pinetree Lincoln-Mercury spots? Experience, skill, wisdom, NO hyperbole, creativity and INTERESTING are some descriptors that came to mind when trying to describe Larry MacInnis. He started at a very young age and quickly stepped onto a path which led to CHUM-FM as their Creative Director and would hold that position for decades. He has...2016-04-1300 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 92: ARN – DubaiThe guys from The Arabian Radio Network in Dubai took time out of their busy schedules to do a group interview. While there are many talented producers at ARN I spoke with three including AJ Traspaderme (originally from Canada), Vinay Rao (India) and Heinie Hartendorp (Philippines). Because of the diversity on staff these three producers also represent many languages, luckily for me English was one of them. I enjoy the international episodes for a lot of reasons – one of the biggest is to get a feel for local culture and how things differ from my American experience, often in fascinating ways...2016-03-2100 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 91: Jeff Schmidt – Alien ImagingWow. I use that expensive three-letter-public-college-degree-having word to start this post because Jeff DELIVERED. First, Jeff Schmidt is a San Francisco based Imaging Producer and musician working at the station level, the national level, the service level and he is a highly skilled sound designer for radio, video, web AND Video Games. He is Alien-Imaging who I have been collaborating with here, and using the services of in my own work, for nearly 10 years.
We cover it all in this very in depth episode so I won’t go on and on in text form. BUT when I say WOW...2016-02-2500 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 90: Scott Fisher90th episode?? Damn. Scott Fisher is one of the leading Radio Imaging Voice Talents in America. He is heard on some of the largest stations in the largest markets. He is BIG-TIME. It’s a shame that it’s taken me this long to have him on but I had to save some of the best…
Scott is from a radio family. In fact one his family owned stations subscribing to a country service I operate is the reason we met! Small world. Scott has been #2 on Benztowns Top 50 Imaging Voice list for all of its existence. That should give you...2016-01-2900 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 89: Dave FoxxThe first Three-Time guest on the show is (and should be) Dave Foxx. In one of the major developments to round out 2015, Dave is now the EX-Creative Services Director for Z100 NYC. He was also involved in many other major iHeart Radio responsibilities in New York and other parts of the US. Dave is also the signature voice for stations and brands around the Globe. I’ve probably had this luxury too often with my show BUT he is yet another person for whom I do not need to provide background or even introduce. If you are here, you know who...2015-12-1800 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 88: Chris NicollA skilled talent in creative imaging and radio management/administration, and someone who I am lucky to call a friend, has left one of the top Imaging Gigs on EARTH to find greener pastures. Chris Nicoll is (or was, depending on when you read this) Head of Production for Capital Radio, Capital Xtra, Capital TV, Capital Solar System and Capital Networks at Global Radio in the UK. There were two of these pretty major announcements within days of each other near the end of 2015, Dave Foxx leaving Z100/NYC at iHeart Radio being the other. Chris is still young and showe...2015-12-1200 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 87: George TaylorSorry for my extended time away! I had some unexpected delays with 3 different guests but GEORGE TAYLOR made himself available quicker than I thought so he saved my schedule a little.
George is the Imaging Director at IMGR and a writer at Wise Buddah. He is extremely musical as an Imaging Producer but… also a composer of music. So he definitely rides a line between two worlds. Or perhaps better stated, he merges two worlds that might have been considered separate in the past.
Fun Fact: I didn’t tell George but I went to No Sheet Music and a...2015-11-1900 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 86: Kelly Doherty 2015It was high time I had another recorded conversation with Kelly Doherty. Since we last spoke she moved across the country, twice, and elevated to what might be the most prominent imaging position in the U.S. Kelly is the Vice President of iHeartMedia. Again, as would be expected with Kelly no holds barred content-wise and we covered a lot. We also got into The Imaging Days panels she will be a part of. Her’s sounds amazing! She will also do me the favor and join my Monday Power Player panel: INNOVATION. Check out the show below!2015-10-0200 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 85: Dom Nero 2015Another installment of: “Get ready for The Imaging Days 2015!” and Let’s revisit with a superstar of radio imaging. Dom Nero is Creative Services Director @ HOT 97 NYC (Emmis NY). He has held down this iconic position for over 10 years now. Seems like yesterday when I hopped in an unmarked town-car (of course, no cabs available) and traveled from my mid-town hotel to the Emmis building downtown to interview Dom. He had been there less than 5 years at the point and still seemed kind of bright-eyed and bushy-tailed….well maybe not that BUT today he sounds exactly as experienced as he is and...2015-09-2300 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 84: John Frost 2015Back again and not soon enough, John Frost. He is the demented mind behind Frostbytes and an imaging style oft-mimicked but rarely matched. After years of running the first online imaging service, creating the “World Famous” branding at KROQ L.A. and influencing countless stations and producers worldwide, John has been invited to present at The Imaging Days in Amsterdam. So that was all the excuse I needed to get him back on the show. I might have gone down some of the same roads as our first episode (worth it) but I also tried to get inside the mind of som...2015-09-1400 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 83: The Imaging Days 2015Here is your Imaging Days 2015 Preview episode! The show is just one month away. October 5 and 6 in Haarlem, The Netherlands, about 15 minutes from Amsterdam. Anthony Timmers, Creative Director of the show, joins me to chat about all things IMAGING DAYS. We run down the the list of speakers, or most of them, some are still secret. We discuss the venue, city and a few pleasant changes to the schedule and format. It seems like a JAM-PACKED show! But you be the judge.
OH- FYI – I will do more to prepare for the ONLY total imaging conference in the world with my...2015-09-0300 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 82: Rachel McGrathIt’s been a long time coming but FINALLY Rachel McGrath jumps in and joins the show. Rachel has certainly been building up her roster of amazing stations but as we will learn she has put in the work. Years ago she simply got out there and started hustling to build her business and hasn’t shown signs of quit. Nearing 70 client stations Rachel is heard as THE VOICE of almost everything. Certainly found in just about every genre and almost every major market. NO topic off limits I tried to cover it all. See/Hear more from her at Rache...2015-08-0500 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 81: Drew HallWhat doesn’t Drew do? He is the Creative Dir. at WFLZ – Tampa. This station, as most of you know, is maybe most revered for its BRANDING than anything else. It’s been a consistent leader for outstanding creative and a jump-off point for some truly legendary Imaging Talent over the years. Aside from that Drew is the National CHR Imaging Coord. @ iHeart PLUS National Mixshow DJ (with my pal DJ Grooves) AND a Live Club DJ for iHeart and non-iHeart spots all over the place. But wait there’s more! He talks too! Voiceover artist in the Imaging world on just shy...2015-07-0900 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 80: Mitch FaulknerThe Original Voice of Urban Radio – not a self dubbed title but a view held by many in the format, Mitch Faulkner has been heard…everywhere! I probably don’t really need to write much in the way of an intro ad he certainly doesn’t need any hype. I’ll say this – I got as much out of this interview as I have any other and he told a few really funny stories that I hadn’t heard or thought of before. Hope you enjoy it!
More about Mitch (Unofficial Site): http://mitchfaulkner.weebly.com/2015-06-0900 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 79: Tom Cross and Adam Burgess – Imaging BlueprintThis time I feature two guys I respect AND am happy to call friends, or mates, or whatever you say wherever you are. They are the creative force behind Imaging Blueprint, Contraband Media and plenty of other past and present creative endeavors. We chat all things imaging and talk running your own shop vs in house, B and M production. We talk about the other side of the Barter business, the path to getting out on your own and we get geeky with gear speak too. I had a blast and per some feedback, will continue to keep em all “One...2015-05-1200 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 78: David LeeCertainly a guest that needs very little introduction. Even if you don’t know the name, once you hear him you will know him. David Lee is heard, well, everywhere and maybe most notably on motorsports commercials OR national sports broadcasts. I know that when Howard Deneroff cast him as the signature voice of Westwood One sports he wanted just that – a SIGNATURE sound. He got it. David is very humble, down-to-earth and seems to be living the dream. Working from where he wants and doing what he loves. Check out his site here for longer demos and more info about...2015-04-1000 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 77: Anthony GayThis podcast has been extra “Britishy” lately and will continue to be for a little longer. (Soon we will get the chat completed with the guys from Imaging Blueprint in London and somewhere near Southampton – my second favorite EPL team) wow…I digress. Anthony Gay is the guest this time and he is a big whig over at Reel World Europe. Officially he is the Managing Director at Reel World, in Europe. I like to discuss Radio Imaging from all angles and one of those angles is from the side of the programmer/manager/boss types. We will dive into Anth...2015-03-1200 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 76: 360 Country Call – Artist AudioThis is another “Special” episode that runs across multiple platforms. Personally I think it could or should be useful to anyone who produces imaging, in any format. This is a Quarterly Conference Call for 360 Country Stations. We have a chat about the BEST ways to gather and utilize artist audio in the Country Format. Big Machine Label Group Promotion Executive, Alex Valentine joins me for some inside dirt on what we as Radio people can do to get the best content from the artists. I then bring 360 Country producers Kyle McCoy and Clay JD Walker on. We all talk about our t...2015-02-1900 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEPISODE 75: DAVID WARTNABY & HOWARD RITCHIEIt’s a big kick off to 2015 for the Podcast. I reached out to a couple of my favorite non-American voice talents and they agreed to be on the show, together.
Howard Ritchie (Website) – the legendary voice of Capital in the UK and David Wartnaby (Website)- the legendary voice of Heart in the UK. Of course they are each also the brand voices of MANY other properties including UK and Worldwide TV networks, Radio Stations and Networks in Australia and elsewhere on the globe, commercial, industrial and even audio books!
They do it all and we discuss al...2015-01-2300 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 74: Mike KaminskiWhat a fun time it is having 30 different people on your show…in the form of one man: Mike Kaminski. Actually. I suspect Mike could have brought triple digits if I let him. But as for Character voices and Imitation specialists I have now interviewed one of the very best. There is a radio imaging connection here (an obvious one maybe) but depending on what you subscribe to, its possible you use Mike and don’t even know it. I tried to get inside his mind which was brave of me, but I’m no hero. I also tried to dig d...2014-12-0300 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 73: Jason Garte – The Mix GroupJason Garte is the President/Big Boss over at The Mix Group. If you are not aware they do a lot in the world of radio imaging but primarily custom production and/or voiceover for radio stations everywhere. I was familiar with them as a group and some of their talent but, full disclosure, I had NO clue as to the size and scope of their operation. However I did have some clue that they were big and that Jason Garte is an animal. He wants it all and will work 23.999999999 hours a day until he gets it. Check out th...2014-11-0300 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 72 – Steve DubbzSteve Dubbz does A LOT of stuff but when it comes to Urban Radio Imaging his name will be at or near the top of everyone’s list. His skillz (I’ll try not use Z instead of S the whole time) are not limited to Urban Radio as he gets into HOT AC and CHR plenty. Let me just paste his title(s):
National Urban Imaging Director I NPP – Creative Services Director | Miami/Ft. Lauderdale – iHeartMedia
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Reel World Production Vault Urban Format Director
Plus he handles custom imaging for many Urban and non-Urban powerhouses acro...2014-10-0900 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 71 – FOXX – CHASE – Super ShowTo celebrate the anniversary of the show I wanted to do something big for everyone. To me that meant getting more than one guest and it meant getting the biggest names in the industry. Based on feedback, listen counts of previous shows and just an overall feeling from industry pros, the two guests I have brought together accomplish both of these goals perfectly. Dave Foxx and Eric Chase need NO intro. In fact if you don’t know who they are then this podcast simply isn’t for you. So I won’t say much except prepare for a totally can...2014-09-0500 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 70 – Anthony Timmers – The Imaging Days 2014September 8th and 9th of this year (2014) I will travel to Europe for the first time. I am excited for many reasons: I am degreed in History so I love opportunities to see, smell, hear and touch historic places. I am also taking part in a very special international event geared exclusively at the Radio Imaging community. #ImagingDays2014 So based on my now 6 years of work on this podcast and 14 year career, both entrenched in Radio Imaging, it sort of makes sense that I would put in a huge effort to be there.
This episode features the guy who conce...2014-08-1400 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 69 – RJ Curtis – Country Battle StationsOK. Out of the gate, be aware this is NOT the typical episode. I am doing this in conjunction with my Country Imaging service at TM Studios, 360 Country. I do a quarterly conference call for affiliates where we discuss random topics related to branding and station positioning. This particular episode deals with strategies when you find yourself in a “battle situation” whether you are the attacker or attackee. Imaging related at times or programmatic issues. I think any radio geek will enjoy this but if you have any relation to Country Radio it should be of value.
RJ Curtis is the g...2014-06-2500 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 68 – Jeff LaurenceFor this episode I FINALLY get to interview an old colleague and friend, Jeff Laurence. Jeff is the voice of almost EVERYTHING! Radio stations, TV Stations, Commercial, Industrial, infomercials, universities and the list rolls one. Check out the show notes page for full length demos and some cool YouTube Vids. I kept this one in one part as that seems to be the preference. Here is the link to the Show Notes Page. Enjoy!2014-05-2700 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 67 – P1 – Capital FM/Network/XTRA/TVI have been working to get this episode put together for months. The team at Capital was so generous with their time and knowledge and a special thanks to Chris Nicoll, Head of Production, for lining everyone up. Yes, this episode features about 5 of 8 producers who create for Capital FM, Capital Network, Capital Xtra and Capital TV. I will say in advance I truly did my best to keep everyone involved in the conversation equally so I hope it comes off that way BUT there was so much to cover! We chat about everyone’s background, the atmosphere in London, the...2014-04-3000 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 67 – P2 – Capital FM/Network/XTRA/TVPart 2 continues abruptly with me going on a sports tangent. Leave it to me to talk American Football with 5 British people. Then we get into a ton of great topics including the ever popular “Sound Gear” stuff and all the tools etc that go into branding one of the largest media properties on earth. Don’t forget the Show Notes!2014-04-3000 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 66 – P1 – George Whittam – VO Studio TechGeorge Whittam – http://vostudiotech.com/ – Twitter @vostudiotech. George is the Director of Technology at Edge Studio and operates VOStudioTech.com
He is an expert and leader in the field of home studio tech. Voice actors across the globe seek his advice and help. I was a guest with him on hsi EWABS podcast in 2013 and knew he is a guy I needed to have on my show. Be aware Part 1 starts with his background and gets into various day-to-day issues like organizing your digital life, life-hacks to make work easier and a little about what George does for his clients...2014-03-1000 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 66 – P2 – George Whittam – VO Studio TechWe continue with George Whittam and, based on the debate that rages across the web, I started with and got very in depth on the ISDN v SOURCE CONNECT v OTHERS debate. I am not an expert in any way when it comes to these technologies but George is and he has very balanced, educated thoughts to share. This will not end the discussion and definitively solve anything but it SHOULD give a good basis for forming your own opinions. Next we go deep into the world of TECH as it relates to the Home Studio talent. Voiceover and Producers alik...2014-03-1000 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 65 – P1 – Justin CaseJustin Case has a snappy name and a great set of chops when it comes to audio imaging production. And now he also has a great title: Director of Programming & Imaging at Benztown Branding. I have had the BOSS’ from Benz on in the past but Justin brings a very fresh perspective to the monster sized Imaging Library contingents of the world. He is real good at talkin’ shop, radio, DJing and we do get into his views on the tech side as well (in part 2). Part 2 also has a couple handy links to him and his audio. For now ch...2014-02-1200 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 65 – P2 – Justin Case
Reminder to check out all his great demos and sound at his Soundcloud:
https://soundcloud.com/casemusic
Here he is on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/csmayton2014-02-1200 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 64: Joe Cipriano + CONTESTJoe Cipriano is the author of Living On Air: Adventures in Broadcasting. Joe is a well known voice artist specializing in Network Promos (heard on NBC, Fox, CBS and many more) but as we learn in our first interview with him he has a long career in, and a deep passion for, Radio. He is a guest that doesn’t need too much hype or really any introduction so please enjoy the interview and follow the links below to check out his book. OH and did we mention FREE AUDIO BOOKS? Yep. See below.
Joe Cipriano Interview:
Links:
...2013-12-2600 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 63: Brian Cooney Part 1
Brian Cooney, requested multiple times, was a nice chat and very insightful on the voiceover world. I really enjoyed his candor on certain topics like money, unions, competition and workloads. I have had multiple interviewees in the past tell me they prefered not to speak about one or more of these issues. BUT we are here to learn right? So, thanks to Brian for the added value of complete openess….is that a word? Anyway, Part 1 is below and then of course check out part 2 here.
Links/Demo: I can’t recreate a demo reel better than the one...2013-12-1600 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 63: Brian Cooney Part 2My new friend Brian Cooney is back with part 2! Actually he didn’t go anywhere but whatever. FYI-I cut it off right before we started the Union talk so Part2 begins as we dive into that. Then we talk different types of jobs, gaining and losing gigs, studio specs and other tech related issues.2013-12-1600 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionVO/PROD Tech Roundtable: The Podcast – Part 1This Podcast is actually the audio feed from my Google Hangout with Jeff Berlin and Steve Sykes. The goal was to toss out all the background and personal interview crap and stick to Issues of TECH and only TECH as it relates to a Voiceover or Production pro. Steve and Jeff are both incredibly tech savvy and I am sort of Tech Savvy. So i mostly stay out of the way and Facilitate. Here is a LINK to the Video post.
Don’t Miss Part 2! – Click Here2013-12-0200 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionVO/PROD Tech Roundtable: The Podcast – Part 2Part 2 of the VO/PROD Tech Roundtable: The Podcast continues…
2013-12-0200 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 62: Allan Peck – Part 1My guest also happens to be a very good friend and someone who I have turned to many times for professional advice. Allan Peck has seen momentous leaps in his career for well over a decade but especially just in the last 12 to 18 months. He is the voice of Ellen, CNBC Prime and countless commercial campaigns. He is also the voice of radio stations and has done Promo and Trailer work for years. I would have had Allan on the show long ago but his vast career moves have simply blocked my way! How dare you success! But seriously this is gre...2013-11-0600 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 62: Allan Peck – Part 2And…we continue with Part 2. This is a major gear shift as I pick up the pace and the tempo of questions asked. I go in about 20 directions trying to squeeze as much info from Allan’s brain as I could. We get into Source Connect, Agents, Managers, Types of work, how to attain work, how to be a better talent and so much more. Enjoy!2013-11-0600 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 61: Cousin DekeCousin Deke is a lot of things. Talented Voice artist, Excellent producer, National and International Talent and super down-to-earth human being. Technologically Advanced is not one of those things. I jest (a little) just to demonstrate that while Deke is one of the best and most successful working talents in radio he is also proof that you don’t need the newest or fanciest tools to get the job done at the highest levels. You will hear later in the episode specifically what he’s rocking in his Clear Channel/Dallas based studio.
Deke is the Imaging Producer for almo...2013-10-0800 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 60: Jon Carter5 more and I get to retire! No, you won’t get rid of me that easy. Voice talent, Producer, Singer and all around nice guy, Jon Carter is the guest. I found a lot of value not just in how to be a better talent but also how to run a better business. Jon is everywhere, almost literally, and the interview uncovered a surprise as to how he got there, and stays there. See if you know what I am talking about. Also, you may have heard about his free music? Its mentioned and on the show notes page there is audib...2013-09-0300 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 59: Vish B – P1Vishwanath Balakrishnan is the guest and no, I did not pronounce it right. But he goes by Vish and is a talented imaging producer (Senior Producer) at Radio 2 in Dubai. The reason I wanted to interview him having known almost nothing about him was based on his work for the Benztown Iron Imager entry. I am a very curious individual so I couldn’t help but begin the interview with questions of his personal background and the world around him. He was born in Mumbai and eventually found his way to Dubai for his education and now his career. I won...2013-08-0500 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 59: Vish B – P2Here is Part 2 with Vish. This is the point at which I started talking software/hardware, techniques, imaging theory and more in-depth station sound specifics.2013-08-0500 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 58: Mike BrattonAs a capable voiceover artist myself I try to keep that side of this podcast front and center in about half of the episodes/interviews. Mike Bratton is a very talented VO that works in multiple mediums and is neck deep in a long successful career. I tried to get as rapid fire as I am able to do in this format with the various topics I covered. I hit on agencies, coaching, training, the community, gear, dos and don’ts. Mike had some great advice, equipment suggestions and workflow tips throughout. I especially liked hearing his viewpoint on “self ma...2013-06-2800 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 57 – Mike Madrigal – P2So, perhaps detailed background stories, tales of massive salaries and major market radio imaging gigs in literally the pinnacle of radio’s history ain’t your thing. Then part 2 is a good place to start. Mike is nothing if not brutally honest. While our opinions may not overlap in all areas of the industry, I respect his position in the Imaging game and his willingness to speak his mind no matter what it contains. Again, I normally would have moved things along and wrapped up at about the 60 minute mark. Tell me after listening to this interview in its entirety if...2013-05-2100 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 57 – Mike Madrigal – P1I hope the total time on this one doesn’t turn you away because I think it will be a very worth-while listen. Normally I gun for a 1 hour total time. This one in 2 parts gets near 2 hours. I should be clear up front if you are not totally interested in all the jobs and stories of yesteryear of the guests I can respect that. As this one does go long I would highly recommend checking out to part 2. Only if you like hearing a Radio Imaging Power-Player speak extremely open about…everything. Do that then come back for part 1. Or just...2013-05-2100 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 27 – Part 2 – Sean Caldwell….Sean gives a perspective I don’t think we have heard before.
Part 2 continues with some listener questions, tech speak and then a very necessary look at the world in which we all try to earn a living. I was about to end the episode like normal and then I think something hit me and I thought wait, we might have something good going. So part 2 runs longer than normal but I think its worth it.
Listen to the end for special deals, sponsors and an upcoming contest. PLUS we get the first word that the next episode wil...2010-08-0300 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 21 – Part 1 – Steve SykesSteve Sykes joins the show this week. He is a multi-talented producer who also does some voice work. He is well known now for 2 main things. Imaging Producer of WSLZ in St. Louis and Owner, producer at Hooks Jingles. Part 1 is more general knowledge about Steve and radio imaging. Part 2 is where it gets all techy and voiceovery. Part 2 also debuts the BRAND NEW RYAN ON THE RADIO HOOKS JINGLE!!! Wait. That might have been a surprise.
show21_1_021710[ad#Google Adsense]2010-02-1800 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 10 – Part 1 – Ann DeWigThe one and only Ann DeWig joins Ryan for a 2 part interview. This was another “dual topic” interview where plenty of radio imaging production AND voiceover is discussed. Ann talks technique, equipment, marketing, influences, tips, tricks and one VERY key piece of advice is revealed.
show10_1_0414092009-04-2000 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 10 – Part 2 – Ann DeWigThe one and only Ann DeWig joins Ryan for a 2 part interview. This was another “dual topic” interview where plenty of radio imaging production AND voiceover is discussed. Stay tuned to the end of part 2 for some new added or Bonus content.
show10_2_0414092009-04-2000 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 8 – Eric ChaseRyan Interviews Eric Chase, voice artist, based out of Houston Texas. Discussion of past radio days and current VO days. Getting Started as a VO artist and tips and tricks for the up and comer. Plus hear info on a Brian James Benefit. You will also get more info on BIG BAD BEDS and top secret discount info.
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The Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 7 – Part 2 – KellyKellyKellyRyan Interviews L.A. based imaging producer and VO artist, Kellyx3. This is Part 2 of 2. We continue to discuss radio imaging, techniques and inside stuff. Then she drops the big one. Guess what she uses to produce some of the best imaging I have heard. You also get more info on BIG BAD BEDS and top secret discount info.2009-02-2730 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 7 – Part 1 – KellyKellyKellyRyan Interviews L.A. based imaging producer and VO artist, Kellyx3. She is responsible for branding and imaging of KIIS and 98.7 in LA. She also heard worldwide as the signiture CHR female voice on many, many stations. The most important detail of this interview is what I learned in part 2.
show7_1_0225092009-02-2600 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 7 – Part 2 – KellyKellyKellyRyan Interviews L.A. based imaging producer and VO artist, Kellyx3. This is Part 2 of 2. We continue to discuss radio imaging, techniques and inside stuff. Then she drops the big one. Guess what she uses to produce some of the best imaging I have heard. You also get more info on BIG BAD BEDS and top secret discount info.
show7_2_0225092009-02-2600 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 6 – Will MorganRyan Drean Interviews radio imaging producer and voiceover artist, Will Morgan. Discussion of Will’s background, finding your identity, trends in today’s imaging VO business and technology. Ryan also talks about BIG BAD BEDS his new prod music library.
show6_0209092009-02-0200 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 5 – The “Filler Show”Ryan Drean rambles. Well actually questions are answered. There is a delay in the next few guests’ availability so I took this time to answer a few questions that had come in over the last few weeks. Pro-tools Voiceover recording trick is outlined. Stutter effect/tempo in production is addressed. I also talked about sound proofing ideas for your home studio or travel solutions. Great old audio is played from 1977. Finally, I shamelessly plugged my new Bed Package that will be coming out soon. Beds, Beds and more Beds!
show5_0127092009-01-2700 minThe Producers Podcast - Voiceover and Audio ProductionEpisode 4 – Phat Matt GanssleRyan Drean and Phat Matt Ganssle discuss the world of radio imaging in the eyes of the single format imaging producer. We look at the realities of radio today and what changes might be on the horizon. Advice a plenty for the young radio producers of the world.
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