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Voice Coaches
Voice Coaches Radio provides advice, motivation, professional perspective, honesty, and humor to aspiring and professional voice actors. Interviews, contests, examples, and insider info, mixed with realistic expert advice, Voice Coaches radio is an invaluable educational resource.
Tina talks about her long career in Radio and how when she decided to also pursue voice overs, it was a different skill. In this episode of Voice Coaches Radio, John and Tina dive into one of the biggest misconceptions in the industry: the idea that radio experience automatically translates into voice acting skill. Drawing... View Article
John and Tina interview Producer David Bourgeois. A voice over producer with over 30 years of experience in voice over production.
Tina and John talk about having a great attitude as a pro or someone wanting to be a pro.
John and Tina talk about putting yourself out there and talking to people about being a voice actor.
Tina and John talk about how many aspiring voice actors are actually closer than they think to success.
John and Tina take an amazing question from Michele L and turn it into an entire episode.
John directs Tina through a piece of copy to give an example of how a session could go with a producer and voice actor.
Think you need a deep ‘Morgan Freeman’ voice, a fancy $6,000 studio, or an agent to “break into” voiceover? John and Tina bust the biggest myths holding beginners back—and reveal the real path to getting started from home affordably. Episode Summary: John and Tina debunk common voiceover myths: You don’t need a “deep announcer” voice—variety... View Article
Tina and John talk about how voice overs are everywhere, everyday, and most of us just don’t realize it.
John and Tina chat about the Voice Coaches Intro webinar that John does. What IS and what it is NOT.
John and Tina talk about how they would start a career in Voice Overs if they were starting over now.
Tina and John talk about New Years resolutions and being professional in the recording studio.
John and Tina celebrate both VCR’s 700th episode and the Holidays with 700 reasons to be a Voice Actor. Okay not 700…7. At the very end there’s a Holiday surprise.
Tina and John talk about the fact that many people are surprised by what it takes to become a Voice Actor.
Tina and John talk about how your background, completely unrelated to voice overs, can help you in this industry.
John and Tina talk about voice over work people think about and work many people don’t.
John and Tina talk about types of voice over work people think about, and the types many people don’t.
Tina and John talk about the fact that many people don’t pursue things in life because they never feel like “they’re ready”.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa is passing the reigns of the podcast on to Tina and John! Every once in a while, a day comes, where the hard work pays off and Marissa is stepping back a bit from teaching but will still be helping out from time to time. Now, let’s introduce... View Article
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa chats with a student that completely blew her away in class and especially in demo. Anthony Yeznach comes with a tone that brings familiarity, warmth and power. What got him involves in voice over? What are his expectations? And a little sample of what he’s capable of.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa talks about the truth…when you get started in the world of voice over, you’re becoming your own business. So, what is important to know and do and have when launching your own little adventure?
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa chats with a student that just finished up her demo and is ready to see what’s on the horizon. Lisa Nastu comes from a musical and vocal family, hear how that played into her decision to start up with voice over and so much more!
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa is joined by former student, Sarah Brooks! From a musical family and reading to her kids every night, how does this experience translate to voice over? We’ll talk about that and so much more!
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa chats with former student and professional actor Richard Rella Jr! It’s not every day we have someone come through that has something additional from their background that can benefit as much as Richards acting career can with voice over. So, how did it help him? What did he... View Article
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa talks about the importance of self care. We are a species that tend to put everything and everyone else before ourselves. But, what about our mental health? Our happiness? If the career change is something that is needed for both of these things, what steps are you taking... View Article
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa expresses just how important it is to be true to YOU and play to your natural strengths.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa discusses why it’s so important that you continue to educate yourself and stay up to date with the trends.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa had a conversation recently with someone that’s in the “starting over” phase. It happens to the best of us and it happens more frequently these days than ever before. You’re forced to pivot, even when you don’t necessarily want to and your confidence is damaged along the way.... View Article
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa talks bout what is about to happen in the summer months. It might require a little bit more of this from you.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa talks about the. importance of presence, branding and online platforms. How are they helpful? Why are they so important?
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa talks about the pivots of working from home and how rewarding it can be to let yourself explore the trouble and shoot.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa chats about the important of self advocacy in medicine but, also, in everything you do.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa knows, while she can’t do this, you just might be able to…are you multilingual? Have you only been pursuing opportunities for English spoke projects? You may be missing out by ignoring your abilities.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa chats about how vastly the field has changed and grown and the positives of the last 5 years…
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa talks about what it really takes to be working with accents and dialects and the art of characters. These days, more than ever, it’s all about inclusion and authenticity…but, can you learn the skills that you need to bring a character to life in the appropriate ways?
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa chats with former student, Rochelle who just had her demo experience! We’ll chat about her background, what got her interested in voice over and what she’s looking forward to once she gets her demo officially!
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa chats about something that’s often overlooked…how to balance your work life, your home life and starting a new path for yourself. What should you do? What should you not do?
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa discusses the challenges that are to come when attempting to start your recording from home. How do I get started? I’m too old to keep learning all these new things (no, you’re not!) And so on and so forth…lets chat on the simplicities of what it takes to... View Article
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa talks about what can be so easily forgotten about once you’re up and going and established….all the elements that it took to get you to perform an effective read.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa discusses the importance of a mentor. But it isn’t as simple as finding someone that’s been in the business for a bit…you’re going to want someone that is a fit for you.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa chats about a conversation she had with a recent student over audiobooks. She loves listening to them and it is why she wanted to get into the field, but now thinking about actually voicing one is throwing her for a loop.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa talks about how incredibly helpful this tidbit was to find out and how unbelievable it is that in 20 years of being in the industry she hadn’t heard of the healing properties of this type of honey. It could help you, too!
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa talks about the importance of giving more than you think you need to at the beginning…it just might surprise you at what you’re capable of.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa chats about the things that when people are beginning, they fail to focus on. What’s important? What do people slack on?
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa tackles a question from a recent student that felt like he just might not be ready. It didn’t help that voices on the internet were making him believe it, on top of everything. When will you know you’re ready? What if I told you, you’ll always think you... View Article
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa chats about the work we choose and what we might seem ready for…until it happens.
This week Marissa chats with former Voice Coaches student, Spencer Humphrey who’s already been getting some work under his belt!
his week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa chats about the ways to get to truly enjoy your job here on National Fun at Work Day. But truth be told, Voice Over can turn into what every other job has for someone if they let it. Lets dive it…
This week on Voice Coaches Radio Marissa talks about memorable characters in animation and how those characters got to be what they are.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio Marissa talks about the New Year that is upon us…and as we get about mid-way through the first month of 2025, how can we get ourselves to reach our new goals for the year?
This week on Voice Coaches Radio Marissa chats with former student Dr. Shirley! She’s had her hands in a lot of avenues within the industry for years…but how do we keep her going and now getting better and getting paid?
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa learned an unexpected way that brought Charlene Branch to us…expect to laugh a bit and think outside the box!
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa chats with another former student, Cynthia Barrow! Her excitement, passion and outline setting mindset are sure to inspire!
This Week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa saw earlier in the week that is was National Disney Day. Disney is where many fell in love with animation growing up and has given us so many classics that we love so much, they created their own streaming platform. In this episode we go back into the... View Article
This Week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa celebrates 20 years in the biz and the life and career of the AOL “You’ve Got Mail” guy, voice actor, Elwood Edwards.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa chats with former student, Donna Luck Martin! It was always an interest, it was almost the original path…but, life happens. So, now that she’s looking at retirement and she wants to bring the fun back with what could have been!
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa is about to give you the pep talk you juuuuust might need as we begin to wind down 2024. The question asked a lot after a class or voice over conversation, “Do you think I have what it takes?” Here’s the question Marissa loves to ask back, “Do... View Article
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa has had many conversations with people and students over the years that always lead back to the same point: don’t ignore your past. Sure, you want to start voice over, you want to start something new and dive into something that’s much more enjoyable to you than what... View Article
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, a couple weeks ago Marissa noticed it was “Youth Confidence Day.” Confidence is such a challenge in so many ways, for so many people – no matter how outgoing or shy someone may be; confidence can be a struggle. To go along with that, as a kid, teen, young... View Article
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa talks about some of the stuff that have been discussed behind the scenes. As you’re beginning this journey in voice over, or maybe you’ve been at it for a minute but you find that other stuff gets in the way or you’re running in place…maybe, just maybe, you... View Article
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa had a question come in from Jared. As he was practicing and recording himself, listening back…he noticed something in his voice that he wasn’t sure if it would become something that held him back from job opportunities and if it was how he might be able to correct... View Article
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, as we have just past “Face Your Fears” Day on the weird holiday calendar list, Marissa talks about why it’s important that you take the steps to face those fears. To step outside the comfort zone and in what ways that could truly benefit you in growth of skill,... View Article
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, the strike kicked off near the end of July with voice actors and the video gaming company community due to usage of AI. Recently, it’s jumped to the next level. Marissa talks about what’s been happening and why and where they are currently in the strike.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa gets into a bit of a personal update as well as how can you bring moods to just about any copy put in front of you? Are you up for the challenge?
This week with Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa had the opportunity to be a coach and guide for Becky Smith. Her background and home life, with a built in coach and cheerleader of a husband allows for such a great story! Best thing was after the chat, learning that Becky had also just filmed a commercial... View Article
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa knew that when she first heard Rhiannon De Meulder, this girl was the real deal! Some people come in with such a special quality to their voice, tone or overall sound in conversation that it’s a beautiful thing to witness their growth when given the right tools. We... View Article
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa was reading up on a video game that is in preparation of casting, recording, release, etc called “Mafia:The Old Country.” A video game that’s involving the Italian Mafia, yet, not being voiced by Italian voice actors? Hmm…
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa catches up with former student, Margaux Newman who initially was investigating in taking a bird watching course. Voice over is, uh, similar….right?! So, what brought her to pursuing this and getting herself a demo made?
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa went to start this episode and realized something happened and it’s time to learn something new…
This week Marissa dives into a student question on animation and character work and how to grow into the variations one needs.
This week Marissa chats with former student, D Sundstrom who recently tackled her very first demo! Explore her story and what lead her to this brand new adventure! Want to join an upcoming workshop? LEARN MORE Want to hear more from D? LISTEN HERE
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa talks about a recent situation and situations over the years that made her realize how she works best. Sometimes, you really just have to “do you, boo!”
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa talks about what it takes to do voice over. Some believe it will be a lot easier than it truly is and maybe that’s our own fault as pro’s making it look easy. But, that’s the skills involved! So, are you ready to put in the work?
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa talks about some of the stuff that, when you’ve been in the business for a long time, you forget what people just starting don’t really know: what’s in a studio and why!
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa goes over something that was brought up recently: “Can I over educate myself? Can I over practice?” Well…can you?
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa had a commercial opportunity recently that was a bit different than how others are written. But, the trick she did
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, while some are prepping for their summer reading lists, yours may look a little different. Marissa jumps into the world of audiobooks and chats about how many get into VO with the want of audiobooks, but it’s a little more complicated than we give it credit for. So where... View Article
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa had the question of, “is it possible to over practice?” The simple answer is yes and no…we’ll discuss.
This week with Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa discusses pacing and its importance. More than a handful of students will have pacing issues from the beginning but continue to have that issue for various reasons. So, how do you fix it?
This week Marissa had an interesting opportunity pop up and it seemed really exciting until the term “A.I.” got involved. Hear what’s popped up and how she’s handling what could be.
This week Marissa sat down to chat with a Voice Coaches student, Patrick Tokarz! He’s currently on his journey that, like any, has had some minor bumps along the way and he’s getting ready to re-record his demo! Lets see what he’s up to!
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa talks about something we’re all bound to feel at some point: overwhelmed. Lets face it, as you’re starting out in vo, chances are you’ve got another full time job that needs to come first. So, how can you grow in voice over, if your time is limited and... View Article
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa jumps into the reality of Voice Over. Many of us start off knowing of audiobooks, commercials and training videos….but, what type of work is really out there? Maybe this will be a bit eye opening on what you could be seeking out for work next. Wanna... View Article
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, a student recently gave Marissa a light bulb moment on a piece o being a voice actor, or really anything in life, that’s so important. It all comes down to: self awareness. Lets talk… Wanna get involved and check out an intro class? CLICK HERE
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa got to sit and chat with former student, Genny P! She’s recently gone through the Voice Coaches program and recorded her demo…so what has she been working on? How has she been approaching things? What’s next? Wanna get involved and check out an intro class? CLICK... View Article
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa had the opportunity to chat with fellow Voice Coaches trainer and curriculum creator, Simone! Simone joined the team just over a year ago and comes with a wide variety of background in voice over…we’ll dive into her history, her favorite opportunities and what her job and goal is... View Article
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa had a student that was picking her brain earlier this week, Harry, who was talking to a friend about starting voice over. His friend asked him if he had a business plan and he wasn’t even sure if he should have one. So, should you? Wanna... View Article
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa sits down and chats with former student Walkita White! Walkita recently got in the studio for her demo and blew it out of the water! But, going into it, Marissa wasn’t sure how things were going to go based on their last session together. So, what did Walkita... View Article
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa had the opportunity to find out what’s most important, to at least one person, who hires out voice over talent and what they suggest you should be practicing and preparing for.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa had a opportunity pop up that sent a rollercoaster of feeling through her over the course of a week…and guess what, that’s 100% normal.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa had a question come from Troy who, as an African American male was curious, “do the basics still apply, regardless of race and ethnicity?”
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa puts the spotlight on voice actor, Nancy Cartwright! She’s a great example of talent and why all jobs, big and small hold incredible importance.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa goes over something you need to come to terms with: You’re Human. I know, I struggle with that, too. Because of our human qualities, things happen, like stumbles and fumbles so how do we correct ourselves in these moments? Is it okay to stumble? What benefits of these... View Article
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, the biggest thing people ask about on a regular basis, outside of where to look for opportunity is how to get themselves out there in the first place. Marissa has been working with self promotion and the art of social media since its creation. Hear which she finds beneficial... View Article
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa has noticed it seems like everyone right now is sick. So, as someone in field that requires you to sound your best on the reg, how do you keep yourself in tip top shape? What can you do? Lets chat!
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa chats about something that is bound to come up from time to time and the question on, what do you do? How do you handle it? What, exactly? Being up for the same gig as someone you know or being in the place of having to refer someone... View Article
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, it’s true, the world of voice over has changes drastically in the last few years (thanks, pandemic!) It’s allowed a lot more opportunity right in the comfort of your own home studio and for Marissa, it’s been a lot of that from the beginning in so many ways. Within... View Article
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa has been looking back and reflecting (as some do when we get into a new year) and she’s had a few realizations in the process. Is it possible to manifest your own future or opportunities? If you say it out loud, will it happen? It seems like that’s... View Article
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa starts diving into the important stuff: 2024 Goals and Resolutions! The beautiful thing is that every day is a new day to start fresh, but a lot of people utilize the new year as a clean slate. So, no matter how you’re approaching it, what would you like... View Article
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, to start the New Year, Marissa sat down with former VC student, Brian Batter who has an incredible background in public speaking. Before he was even on the podcast, Marissa knew this is the guy to potentially inspire and motivate your voice over journey as a great kick off... View Article
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, before a holiday break Marissa wanted to say “Thank you,” but also get into why a “thank you” is so incredibly important throughout your voice career, but life in general.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa has been exploring what’s happening for Video Game voice actors and a potential strike coming up. The writers and actors went and buttoned their strike up earlier this year, but it seems as if every facet of the industry is fighting for something right now…
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa asks the simple question when it comes to work: “Where ya lookin?” Make a list and check it twice this holiday season.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa chats about the importance of the type of microphone and headphones you’re investing it and why right now is a great time to invest. Plus some other helpful places to look!
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, as we get into our Thanksgiving celebrations it is always good to not just reflect on the year thus far, but to have some reminders of what’s important to not let slip in each audition or project.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa gives a little update on a couple students…and how one was creating their own mountain to cross.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa was asked about age and how it can effect opportunity…could it? will it? Lets discuss.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa gives an update on something that has been a pain in the neck (eye) for the last couple of years within her life, which, in turn, caused a struggle at times in career moments.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa found an article about AI and the challenges it’s causing for pro’s in the field of voice acting. The typical payday and residuals could be taken away due to a robot…what are they demanding and how are they choosing to fight the battle?
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa wants to know the voice over project you feel like everyone in this business needs to hear. Mainly because, she’s been catching up on a Netflix show called, “YOU,” which relies heavily on voice over to tell its story. It’s incredibly well done and when you realize how... View Article
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa dives into the things to pay attention to when starting or getting yourself to where you’re meant to start in voice over. It’s all about paying attention to how you use your voice…
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa tackles the topic that comes up all the time: we’re worried. All of us, all the time. We question ourselves, we put ourselves down, tell ourselves we’re not good enough or can’t do things. It’s worthy of chatting about it from time to time to remember, we actually... View Article
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa had found an interview with someone very prominent in animation voice over who has had some wild success…but, saw an opportunity to take themselves to another level and what they did to make it happen.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa is in the process of doing some voice work and knows something is coming down the pipeline, but what, exactly? It turns out, the script is awaiting approval and here’s why this is an important reminder.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa talks about how we can be our own worst enemy. Recently a student had a belief that they wouldn’t get work due to sounding “vanilla,” as they put it. Oh, but wait…what is really happening here?
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa chats a bit about conventions and listening in on what voice actors have had to say about their sector of the industry. How could this help you?
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa talks about one of the biggest hurdles you need to jump as you’re starting in the business (or any industry, really) and how to get to what it’s all about: FUN!
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa was recently going down the nostalgic 90’s road and popped on Mrs. Doubtfire…what her childhood brain forgot was how voice over intense the opening of the film actually is and what was to come throughout the film itself. How can it help YOU? Lets talk about it.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa has recently had some down time and started auditioning for some new work. When you’re in the heart of it, some things come back up that are easily forgotten.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa talks a bit about how to wrap your heads around who you really are in the script in front of you.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio. Marissa sits down with Charlie (CL) Berns to chat about his new adventure into voice over and how he’s been getting some work under his belt!
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This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa dives into the importance of script mark up, especially in the beginnings as you’re still learning your own voice.
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This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa talks about the big thing you don’t want to be scared to do, especially from the start.
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This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa talks about what it’s like to be a newbie in the industry and the question on “how do I go about getting work with a blank resume?”
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This week on Voice Coaches Radio, while Marissa was sitting in her home studio, she realized some of what she does day in and day out, might be frowned upon in a professional studio setting. So today lets discuss the differences of home studio vs in studio etiquette.
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This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa realized it’s Social Media Day. People ask about social media all the time and its importance in the industry, so lets chat about it!
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This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa found out one of the consistent gigs she has is going away, so it’s time to get a demo together to get some additional work to supplement. But, how often should you be freshening up your demo?
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa had a question from a student about material and comfortability. What are the chances that you get a job and realize in recording that you’re not comfortable with the material? Can that even happen? Lets discuss.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa is catching up with some former students and guests on what’s happened since they were on VC Radio!
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, it’s been a bit since we talked about AI technology and how it’s effecting the voice over industry. Marissa had an initial comparison, but when a student asked about it again recently, she realized things have shifted a bit and what it might mean for us today.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, as we prepare for Memorial Day weekend, Marissa jumps into something that can help prepare you for anything and whatever session you’re about to tackle as a voice actor.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa discusses the most common newbie mistakes in voice over and how to avoid the.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa sits down with former VC student, Kate Eppen (Quinn) to chat about her adventure into voice over and what brought her here.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa dives into the stuff that you maybe haven’t thought about with working for yourself as an independent Voice Actor.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa chats with Voice Coaches co-worker, Katie Lembo! Many students have brought her up on the pod and in class and you’re about to find out why!
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa dives into a question that, even as a long time voice talent might be helpful. What are some common things people should avoid that are bad for your vocals that you may not realize it?
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa answers the question, “What’s the most common editing software professionals use?”
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa is, well…not 100%, to say the least. But, wait…she has a ton of recording to do, so how is she handling it?
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa chats with the newest add to the Voice Coaches coaching staff, Tina!
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa answers a really spicy question in relation to the voice over industry…
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa does her best in answering the question: “How Hard Is It to Lang the Gig?” Well, it just might be a perspective change that allows you to see you may be more used to “auditioning” than you think.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa chats with former VC student, Elizabeth! See how her journey has been going since finishing the program!
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa dives into how difficult it really is to land the gig! Is it harder than it seems? Easier?
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa tackles a couple student questions regarding multiple voices, accents and languages and how important it is to being successful in voice over.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa chats with former VC student Mickenzie Haan! Mickenzie recently moved to Nashville after going through the program…how is she navigating a new career path in a new city?
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa touches on an article that has come out in the last couple weeks regarding the DCU series and how James Gunn and Peter Safran are slighting Voice Actors in their new casting requirements.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa tackles the question that a lot of students have from the start: “How should I practice? Listen in for a few helpful tips on what you should be doing and looking out for!
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa chats about something that was asked by a student recently…”did you always have that personality?”…did she?
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa chats with former VC student, Anisha on her voice over journey!
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa answers a students question regarding how to get work.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa chats about the copy aka your scripts and what to do if you spot and error or what could be considered incorrect.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa winds down the year with an announcement and what goals you should set for yourself in 2023!
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa is joined by former VC student, Claudine Wolk who has been navigating the voice over world and chats about her experience.
This week on VoiceCoaches Radio, Marissa had a question pop up in her instagram dm’s from Tawney on recording and potential editing…
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa has had a rough go the last couple weeks vocally..she talks about what she’s been experiencing, what she’s done to help and also the passing of a voice over legend.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa chats with former VC student, Emmanuella Delva! She recorded her first demo not even a year ago and is currently diving into the voice over world all on her own! Hear the steps she took and more!
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, it is a very THANKFUL episode just in time for Thanksgiving week! Marissa goes over a few of the things she’s most thankful for within the VO industry – in the silliest way she knew how.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa chats about a topic that has come up multiple times in the last few weeks. We revisit the topic of “perfection.”
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa tackles a student question of “but, why are commercials written in such an unnatural way???”
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa had an interesting encounter with a student suddenly in panic mode, “I just realized something…”
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa spotted a news article that, while made sense, it’s also sad for the world of voice that an icon is stepping back from his most prominent role.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa touches on a holiday that just passed by…National Be Brave Day and why it’s so important in the world of voice over.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa is joined by former VC student, Jaron! Excited to start a brand new path, what sparked this very successful guy to make the change?
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa talks about her latest hoop to jump through when it came to her home studio and how she’s had to handle it and what’s to come!
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa dives into the true importance and power of what you’re doing as a voice actor. Something maybe you didn’t even realize.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa talks about the importance of pronunciation, research and asking the important questions.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa chats with Judith Spengler who recently retired from a long career in the school system to voice educational videos and continue her educational career in a much different way!
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa welcomes former student, Cristina Zawacki on to talk about putting her dreams and happiness first for the first time, in a long time!
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa dives into character work a bit. After finding a list of the Top 10 ranked Disney voice over performances, who inspired you as a kid to want to do character work? What have you done to grow in character?
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa wanted to tackle a question that pops up every so often: “You’ve done a lot of radio, but what about voice over?” Wait till you see how similar they are.
This Week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa talks about an article she recently read and the question that came along with it. What will your voice over legacy be?
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa had something pop up in her Facebook memories recently that was very eye opening on how quickly things can change for the better.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa chats with former VC student, Kelly White who has had some fun stuff happening for her! Hear her tell her story on how she’s been playing the voice over field!
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa thought it would be fun to take the podcast on the road…to her home studio! She’ll talk about how her home studio is set up and what’s in it along with a student question that popped up this week.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio Marissa talks about Scripts and the BIG Question that comes along with them!
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa tackles a question she’s had a few times in the last couple weeks – How do I sound more like ME???
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa talks about something she’s had brought up quite a bit: “How can I be as engaging as you are?” Well, there are a few things on the list that can help!
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa talks about War of the Worlds original broadcast and its impact in voice over and the world as a whole. as we celebrate National UFO Day.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa is celebrating her birthday and attempting to dive into a student/listener question…but, something keeps happening.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa tackles the question “When should I get an agent?”
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa answers a bunch of the questions you’ve asked! Got another, ask your own now: info@voicecoaches.com
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa chats about a conversation had with a former student and why it’s important to flip the way she was thinking.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa talks about the importance in investing in yourself!
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa chats about how AI voice over may be coming, but will it take over completely?
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa tackles the 5 things you must always do to stay in ahead of the game…
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa chats with former student, Kendall Segovia who dove in head first with character work. Together, we recently recorded an amazing character demo, but how did Kendall create these characters? How did she prep to make them come to life?
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa chats about a recent audiobook recording experience that had her surprising herself along the way.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa connects with former Voice Coaches student, Phil Ewert who has been enjoying life as a Voice Actor! What’s he done? What’s helped him most? and MORE!
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa answers the question, “What has helped you most become the voice actor you are today?”
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa dives into her personal health journey and how it’s affected her work as a voice actor and how she’s handled it.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa chats about Women’s History Month and the beginnings of Women breaking into the Voice Over industry.
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, Marissa chats about the questions she gets allll the time: How long will I have to review copy? And how long is a session typically? There’s a short answer but you might not like it!
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, it’s true that not everything will be perfect and nothing will just always go smoothly. We discuss working through then blips and educating yourself for the long haul!
This week on Voice Coaches Radio, it was brought up by a student the shock and realization that the original actors in the Ice Age series, were now being replaced by, none other than, actual voice actors in the new installment!
This week on Voice Coaches radio, we discuss what it’s like when that little red record button is hit and how to calm those subconscious nerves.
This week we dive into the misconceptions of how things should sound in voice VS what we believe
A lot of people, as a new year begins, especially, wonder how they can get themselves started in their new beginning with voice over. It can be as simple as: Structure and Action.
Have you ever went into a recording session and felt like you were losing yourself along the way? Your energy level was dropping midway through? That character you thought you had perfected seemed to lose it’s shine a bit? You’re not alone! Marissa chats about her time recording a teen novel series and the challenges... View Article
The studio is a bit empty, as Marissa flies solo for this edition of Voice Coaches Radio. Which makes it the perfect time to reintroduce herself and her background in the wild world that is: Voice Over.
All things must pass, and in this week’s episode, Josh says thank you and goodbye to everyone in his final podcast.
Josh has an audiobook revelation! He and Marissa discuss how hard work and professionalism can separate you from the pack; and why you don’t need to be a big name to make a big impact in this industry.
Josh welcomes back Laura Graver to Voice Coaches Radio. After leaving Voice Coaches a year ago, Laura has rejoined the team. We catch up with her to see what she’s been up to, and what she will be doing now that she’s back.
Josh and Marissa ring in the New Year by looking back at the year that was, and setting resolutions for the year to come.
‘Twas the night before Christmas…and Voice Coaches Radio is ready to exchange gifts! Josh and Marissa exchange presents on Christmas Eve and include a big surprise announcement from Josh.
With both Josh and Marissa under the weather, they talk about keeping you and your voice healthy this winter. Neither one is sounding 100%, but both will help you sound your best.
This week, Josh and Marissa discuss the upcoming movie, Lightyear. After reminiscing over their shared love of the Toy Story franchise, the two look at the power that a voice actor has to become a character; and these characters can stand the test of time.
This week, Josh and Marissa tackle a question from a listener. While talent and skill is important, what other skills are needed to be successful?
On the day after Thanksgiving, Josh and Marissa get into the holiday spirit. Both inside and outside of voice over, the two discuss who and what they are thankful for this year.
Josh and Marissa talk about the challenges that come with learning something new. How can we get comfortable going against what we have been doing our whole lives?
When starting any new endeavor, it is important not to get too far ahead of yourself. This week, Josh and Marissa discuss taking voice over one step at a time and not rushing into something you aren’t prepared for.
This week, Josh and Marissa discuss home recording. In response to a question from a listener and student, they talk about the costs of home recording. They also look at the costs of recording at a studio.
Josh and Marissa discuss why it’s a good idea to choose topics you enjoy when creating a demo. Including a real example from a Voice Coaches student whose affinity for pickles turned into a great demo piece.
Josh and Marissa answer a listener’s question about their website. What are the pros and cons of having a dedicated voice over website vs. using a website that may include other types of work?
This week, Josh and Marissa talk about networking. Its important to find out what your network is before you look to expand it. And that is not just who YOU know…it’s also who THEY know.
On a very special 500th episode of Voice Coaches Radio, we welcome in David Bourgeois, President and Creative Director of Voice Coaches. Josh and David look back on the last 499 episodes and how the industry has changed in that time. As well as how the industry will continue to change over the next 500... View Article
This week, Josh and Marissa discuss the idea of embracing your shortcomings. Being able to identify your flaws, and working to improve them. This can separate a good voice actor from a great one.
This week, we hear from an old-friend-of-the-pod, Gaelle Gosselin. Gaelle was first a part of the podcast over two years ago. She reached out to us to let us know that she was serious about getting into the voice over field, and that Voice Coaches Radio was helping her do that. She has reached back... View Article
In this week’s episode, Josh and Marissa discuss a recent email they received from Margaret; a listener and Voice Coaches student who is preparing for her demo recording.
This week, Josh and Marissa discuss branching out of your comfort zone. Trying things and pieces that may not be what you’re used to can not only help you grow your career, but can also help you grow as a person.
While certainly not necessary, being able to record at home has become more common. But how can you make your studio sound like a professional studio? This week, Josh and Marissa discuss sound treatment and what they use in their home setups.
This week, Josh and Marissa discuss how to get started in the industry. This includes the first and most important thing you can do once you get your demo. Tell people!!
This week, Josh and Marissa talk about the line between choosing work that you enjoy, and taking work to get experience. This industry allows you to choose jobs you are truly passionate about; but there is something to be said for getting experience wherever you can.
Whether you are brand new to the industry or a seasoned vet, we all experience this feeling. Feeling like we aren’t good enough. Feeling like we are frauds. Josh and Marissa discuss imposter syndrome and how to not let it sabotage your career.
This week, Josh and Marissa discuss the simple yet powerful tool that is the smile. While it may sometimes feel silly or awkward, smiling while reading can help take your copy to the next level.
Concluding our series of interviews with the freshest faces at Voice Coaches, Josh welcomes in Jordan Newman. Jordan serves as the Visual Media Strategist for the team, but not only enjoys graphic design…but also rock climbing!
This week, Josh and Marissa answer questions from a listener. Including questions about marketing. Questions about practicing. And questions about warming up.
Continuing to introduce the newest members of the Voice Coaches team, Josh welcomes in Katie Lembo. Katie serves as the Communications Director here, but we find out much more about this animal lover in today’s episode.
This week, Josh and Marissa discuss the importance of sticking to a schedule when approaching a large project. Otherwise known as, Josh’s cautionary tale of waiting to the last minute to finish an audiobook!
With some fresh faces joining the Voice Coaches’ family, Josh welcomes the newest members of the team. Today he talks with Janelle LaPoint.
With Marissa getting her first audiobook job, she and Josh discuss the audiobook industry. This includes the time, effort, and of course pay, that goes into audiobook production.
A recording studio is something of an alien place. Lots of different machines and wires and foam scattered around. It can be a bit intimidating. This week, Josh and Marissa discuss the vibe of the studio and the booth and why it’s not as scary as you might think.
This week, Josh and Marissa discuss mistakes in the booth. Will you make them…yes you will. Is that ok…yes it is. In truth, it’s how you respond to those mistakes that will make the difference.
Spring has sprung, which means pollen, cotton wood, and other allergens are out en force. Josh and Marissa discuss this yearly struggle, and how to best get through the season.
In this week’s episode, Josh and Marissa discuss the skills needed to excel as a voice actor; as well as how to acquire and develop them.
After receiving numerous questions about breathing, Josh discusses the importance of breathing in voice over, aka, BREATH! He also looks at ways to strengthen breath control and how and when to replenish that oxygen.
It’s one of life’s big questions. Where do I fit in this world? At the risk of getting existential, Josh and Marissa look to answer this question. Specifically, how to tell where you fit in the world of voice over.
This week, Josh and Marissa talk about the prevalence of cold reading in the voiceover field. While this can often be daunting for new voice actors, it needn’t be. They discuss ways to prepare for cold reading and what to expect in the booth.
Josh and Marissa discuss a topic of frequent questions…vocal age range. Specifically what it is, but more importantly what it isn’t. Also, how best to use that insight without letting it limit you.
While recording at home with a home-recording booth has some major advantages (hello convenience) it also has its drawback. Josh and Marissa talk about real world problems that can occur when recording from home.
Josh and Marissa discuss how to know when your demo needs to be updated. As well as how best to go about updating it. They also discuss the weather as snow is falling on April 16!
After receiving a question for a student, Marissa and Josh talk about the benefits of a unique voice. This includes the opportunities that can come along with it; as well as how in today’s world of Voice Over, there truly is work for any type of voice!
Josh and Sam discuss a question from a Voice Coaches Radio listener about business cards. They talk about the most important thing to remember when it comes to business cards–handing them out!–as well as how to stand out.
Josh welcomes Marissa back to the pod this week. Marissa talks about life in voice over and broadcast while dealing with her asthma and how it hasn’t held her back…a doesn’t need to hold you back!
This week, Josh welcomes in one of the newest members to the Voice Coaches team, Marissa Lanchak. Marissa discus her role with the company and her extensive background in radio.
Josh welcomes back former Voice Coaches Radio co-host Sam Buti to the program. The two catch up on what Sam has been up to since he left, and what his current role with Voice Coaches entails.
Josh goes into the mailbag to answer a listener’s question. Mario recorded a demo a number of years ago but never did anything with. Now, he wants to actively pursue his voice acting career, but doesn’t know how to get started back up again.
This week, we answer a question from a listener about what to eat, and what not to eat, when preparing for a voice over gig. We go over some of the usual suspects to steer clear of, but also some less known foods to avoid, and what you should be eating and drinking instead.
Josh answers an email question from loyal listener Tina about recording and producing her own demo.
In this week’s episode of Voice Coaches Radio, Josh discusses the issue of accents. The former Bostonian got rid of his Boston accent after college, but is that really necessary to succeed in voice over?
We talk a lot about the importance of sounding conversational on Voice Coaches Radio. In this week’s episode, Josh discusses a real world example of this from a recent job where sounding conversational was required.
Before any strenuous physical activity, you no doubt will stretch and warm up to make sure that you are ready and to help prevent injuries. As it turns out, this also should be true before you perform voice over work! This week we go through some warmup exercises to help get you ready to read... View Article
According to research, January 19 is the day that most people are likely to quit their New Year’s resolutions. It has even been dubbed “Quitter’s Day.” Today we check in on our resolutions as voice actors to help make sure we don’t fall victim to this ignominious event.
If you’ve ever called Voice Coaches, you have no doubt talked with Laura. Whether it’s scheduling professional voice over and studio clients or assisting our coaching clients , Laura has garnered more “Thank You” mail and email than anyone on our team. We sat down with Laura on Voice Coaches Radio this week to find... View Article
Josh gives you a behind the scenes tour of his personal home studio, including the equipment and sound treatment used to convert a small closet into a serviceable voice over recording nook.
Happy New Year to all of our listeners from Voice Coaches Radio! Let’s make sure we take full advantage of a new year and a new chance to better ourselves and our careers! Though 2020 presented enormous challenges, the voice over field has continued to grow. Let’s all make 2021 the best it can be!
With the holidays upon us, Josh decided to get festive and put a voice over spin on the classic Christmas carol, the 12 Days of Christmas; the 12 things in voice over that are so important to me…
Voice over producer David Bourgeois joins the program again to talk about one of the most common questions we get at Voice Coaches: what is the most effective way to market myself now that I have my demo?
Josh is joined by Voice Coaches President and Creative Director, David Bourgeois, to introduce our new website. The new web site launched this week and features numerous resources including complimentary ebooks, a frequently asked questions section, and more.
We continue our conversation with Dan Zavadil and discuss what he looks for in a demo, from the perspective of the person editing it.
In this episode, Josh introduces Dan Zavadil. Dan handles the editing and sound designing of the demo at Voice Coaches.
Voice Coaches producer Josh discusses a golden rules of voice over work. Casting professionals make decisions based on what they hear versus your actual age.
Team member Josh discusses the importance of a good attitude to voice over industry success. Building career longevity is all about attitude!
Voice Coaches producer Josh warns listeners to check their DAW’s compatibility with new OS versions before updating. Josh is currently without Pro Tools on his home recording setup because of this mistake!
In a recap episode of Voice Coaches Radio, team members Mike and Warren discuss the importance of keeping voice over industry contacts and marketing information organized.
Voice Coaches producer Josh reflects on quarantine and discusses the importance of self-care and maintaining mental and physical health.
In the first recorded-from-home episode during the Covid-19 quarantine, Josh considers the effects of staying at home all the time. You can still record voice over from home!
In a recap episode, Mike and Warren from our team reflect on the importance of perseverance to success (both in the voice over industry and in life more generally) through a series of touching anecdotes.
Josh opens up the Voice Coaches Radio archives and finds an episode in which team members Mike and Warren interview voice over and film industry professionals Stephen and Rider.
Josh digs through the archives to find an episode where Mike and Warren from the Voice Coaches team interview voice over and industry professionals D.B. and Dave.
In a recap episode, team members Mike and Warren interview actress and voice over industry professional Dayci about her career success in the voice over industry.
On this throwback episode of Voice Coaches Radio, team members Tom and Warren outline some voice over-oriented New Year’s resolutions.
Voice Coaches team members Tom and Warren discuss techniques for dealing with fear as a voice actor and recording industry professional.
Voice Coaches producer Josh digs through the archives to find an episode in which team members Tom and Warren answer questions about paperwork and union membership for professional voice actors.
Hosts Warren and Mike discuss techniques for dealing with sickness and cold-like symptoms as a voice professional in this throwback episode of Voice Coaches Radio.
After seeing a news segment about a husband-and-wife audiobook powercouple, team member Josh discusses the growing demand for audiobook narrators in the voice over publications industry.
Josh sorts through the archives to find an episode in which Voice Coaches team member Mike interviews voice over industry professional and casting director Andrea.
In a recap episode, Voice Coaches team members Warren and Mike discuss Mike’s round table interview with the voice of Batman!
Voice Coaches producers Josh and Sam discuss running and physical activity in a review of Josh’s latest athletic escapade.
When all else fails, stick with it. Sam from our team discusses the importance of commitment and determination to career longevity and success as a voice actor and recording industry professional.
Voice Coaches producer Sam interviews motion graphics expert Jordan. The two discuss how understanding subject matter can give you a working advantage in both the graphics world and the voice over field.
Team member Sam discusses the importance of effective communication when it comes to building lasting success in voice over.
Voice Coaches team members Josh and Sam discuss some of the difficulties and benefits to making audiobooks.
In a special mid-week episode of Voice Coaches Radio, team members Josh and Sam talk about July Extreme Voice Over, a Voice Coaches lifelong learning event.
Voice Coaches producers Josh and Sam enjoy a fun discussion about various summer topics, from fireworks to fiancées.
Josh and Sam from our team illustrate some techniques for aspiring voice actors to make their own luck and maximize their chances of finding work in the voice over and recording industry.
Hosts Josh and Sam have a lighthearted discussion on a range of topics, from the Voice Coaches Radio mascot to their favorite sad movies.
Josh and Sam from our team interview Mary, an industry veteran who has just moved to the voice acting side of things. She’s enjoying her time behind the mic so far!
In a special edition mid-week episode, Josh and Sam discuss June Extreme Voice Over, a lifelong learning voice over training event.
Voice Coaches producers Josh and Sam talk about the basics of home recording as it pertains to voice acting, with some suggestions on where to get started learning.
Josh and Sam interview Laura, a producer from our team, on some best practices for working efficiently with a voice over producer to ensure the best possible recording.
Josh and Sam welcome special guest and voice actor Ellen, who has some advice on building career success and finding work through gig-based job matching website Fiverr.
In a special mid-week episode, Josh and Sam discuss May Extreme Voice Over, a lifelong learning voice over training event.
Voice Coaches producers Josh and Sam answer a listener question about how to make it through voice over career stalls without giving up.
Josh and Sam from our team wrap up the spring with some of their favorite lessons from previous episodes, including tips on working through failures and giving yourself the best chance to succeed.
Do you have an elevator pitch? Voice Coaches team members Josh and Sam discuss the process of coming up with an accurate, engaging, professional description of your voice for marketing purposes.
Josh and Sam from our team interview voice actor Shirley about the trajectory of a voice acting career and how to get beyond rejections and failures.
Josh and Sam from our team interview internet expert Chris on techniques and tricks for getting the most out of social media as a voice actor.
Voice Coaches producers Josh and Sam discuss that ever-important voice over question: how much should you charge?
Voice Coaches team members Josh and Sam answer a listener question about working with different groups of voice over industry professionals.
The hosts discuss the pros and cons of using a voice acting URL that contains another website for promotion, as opposed to a free-standing URL.
Team member Sam discusses a few marketing tips, from developing good branding to simply telling people you’re building a career as a voice actor and giving them business cards.
Sam and Josh from our team talk about missing their February goals as voice actors and make plans for how they’ll move forward. If at first you don’t succeed, learn from the experience!
Josh and Sam continue their discussion with Stoyka, in which she asks them about their history as voice actors.
In a special episode, Sam discusses Extreme Voice Over, a lifelong learning event for voice actors looking to take their work to the next level.
Josh and Sam from our team discuss some techniques for making sure that you follow up with your professional contacts and follow through on making opportunities for yourself.
Voice Coaches producers Josh and Sam interview Stoyka about the importance of tenacity and hard work in the career of an aspiring voice actor.
Josh and Sam from our team discuss one of the biggest problems aspiring voice actors and recording professionals consistently face in their skill development: talking too fast on recordings.
Sam and Josh talk about Sam’s upcoming lifelong learning classes, in which he instructs voice actors looking to continue growing their skillset.
Josh and Sam from our team discuss their January voice acting goals and look ahead to their goals for month ahead.
Josh and Sam talk about Extreme Voice Over, an upcoming event for voice actors looking to continue their learning in the voice over and recording industry.
Sam from our team interviews professional voice actor JC about the importance of taking small opportunities and growing them into large jobs.
Josh and Sam from our team discuss different approaches to reading voice over and their various places and uses.
Sam and Josh discuss methods for creating voice over productions that gain an audience. Anyone in the voice over and recording industry can make it happen!
Hosts Josh and Sam talk about the importance of good branding. Having unique and high-quality logos and website design can go a long way toward your professional success.
Josh and Sam from our team chat about the importance of maintaining a positive attitude and continuing to work hard even when it seems too difficult to be worth it.
The Voice Coaches Radio hosts discuss upcoming workshops for voice actors looking to continue their lifelong learning and grow their skillset.
Happy New Year! Josh and Sam look ahead to the new year and new possibilities, talk about their resolutions, and introduce a voice over challenge.
The holiday season is coming up. Over a cup of hot chocolate, team members Josh and Sam talk about how to get started with self-marketing. Step one: start small!
Voice Coaches team members Josh and Sam discuss some strategies for building your online presence as a voice actor.
Sam and Josh talk about the importance of flexibility (we don’t mean yoga) in your voice and in your session approach.
Location is an important (and often overlooked) aspect of copy approach. In this episode, Josh and Sam explore how imagining location can help to develop character perspective and deepen a copy read.
Team members Sam and Josh discuss how the feeling behind a piece of copy can say as much as the words on the page.
Special guest and former Voice Coaches student Steve talks about how he’s navigated building success through a combination of hard work and patience.
Sam and Josh are joined by guest Monica to talk about her experience utilizing her fluency in multiple languages to pursue voice over work.
Josh and Sam from our team answer some of your most commonly-asked questions about all things voice over.
In this episode of Voice Coaches Radio, we’re talking all about speed – and more importantly, how to slow down when reading copy.
Team members Josh and Sam discuss musicality and how it relates to voice acting. Don’t worry – we’re not asking you to sing!
What is the “rule of three?” In this episode, Sam and Josh talk about how this trick can help you to vary the delivery of your copy and make it more conversational.
As Josh’s conversation with new team member Sam continues, they discuss agencies, what they do, and how to find them.
Josh is back, and he’s joined by new Voice Coaches team member Sam to talk about how he got started in voice over.
Voice Coaches team member Will is back! He talks with Josh about his role in artist relations as a liason for music artists, whether it’s in the studio or on tour.
Turn it up! In this week’s episode, we’re talking all about headphones – the role they play in recording sessions, how to use them, and some important do’s and don’ts to keep in mind.
A storm’s a-brewin’. Josh talks about how sometimes external factors – like the weather – can affect a recording session, and what you can do about it.
Caffeine is amazing – and Voice Coaches Radio host Josh might be coffee’s biggest fan. But when it comes to voice acting, he discusses why it might be a good idea to skip that cup of joe the morning of a session.
Voice Coaches team member Will joins Josh to talk about his role in Artist Relations & Development for Bridge Road Entertainment. He discusses what his job entails and why he loves it!
Do you hear “Laurel” or “Yanni”? In this episode, host Josh talks about a social media phenomenon that’s been sweeping the globe – and how it relates to voice acting.
Voice Coaches producer Josh talks about why eating before a session might be a good idea even if you’re not hungry. Here’s a hint: rumble, rumble.
Eric is back on the pod for more – he talks with Josh about the importance of design continuity for self-marketing.
Aeshly is back for another episode! She and Josh discuss some of the similarities and differences between performance art and voice acting.
Graphic designer (and new Voice Coaches team member) Eric joins Josh to chat about his job and all things design-related!
Voice Coaches team member, actress, and singer Aeshly is here! She talks with Josh about how her background in performance translates to the world of voice over.
Josh from our team talks about something we’ve all experienced at some point: nervousness. He discusses why nerves can actually be a good thing, as well as some strategies for keeping your nerves under control.
Host Josh is flying solo. In this episode, he talks about breathing in the vocal booth and addresses some common concerns about breath noise.
Team members Josh and Bethany talk about building relationships within the voice over industry using your own strengths.
The host’s discussion with Voice Coaches Founder and President David Bourgeois continues. He dishes on some of the more interesting experiences he’s had in the voice over industry, and also gives some tips and advice for those seeking to build success in this varied field.
Bethany and Josh are joined in the studio by Voice Coaches Founder and President David Bourgeois. He shares some of his thoughts and experiences gleaned from more than 30 years on all sides of the industry.
Actor and voice actor Greg continues his discussion with host Bethany, as they talk about some of the things he’s learned over the course of his varied career in film, television, radio, and voice acting.
Bethany talks with special guest, actor, comedian, and voice over artist Greg to talk about what he loves most about voice over.
Gone are the days with the voice over industry was dominated by the “announcer style” voice – now, authenticity is king. Josh and Bethany from our team talk about the importance of authentic, conversational voices in today’s industry – and why that means there’s more opportunity than ever.
In this episode, Bethany and Josh explore the concept of voice age range and what it means for YOUR voice.
In the first Voice Coaches Radio episode of 2018, hosts Bethany and Josh discuss the most effective voice over demo formats for getting your voice heard by those who might hire you.
Josh has a cold. He and Bethany answer your questions about all things cold-related and offer some tips and advice on how to deal with colds as a voice professional.
In light of the recent string of news stories about sexual harassment in the workplace, particularly in the entertainment industry, Josh and Bethany talk about a sexual harassment and how it relates to voice over.
Josh and Bethany from Voice Coaches are joining the podcast team! Warren helps you get to know your new hosts.
Team members Tom and Warren take a look at your comments and questions and offer some expert insight.
You may have already heard of the three “Ps” of self-marketing (planning, persistence, and patience) – but it might be time to think about a fourth one!
It’s the New Year, and that means 365 new days to accomplish a new set of goals for yourself. Tom and Warren from our team offer some tips and tricks for realistic goal-setting and staying motivated.
In a continuation of last week’s discussion, Warren and Tom at Voice Coaches talk about some more websites and online avenues for self-marketing and looking for work using the web.
Where should you look for work as a voice actor? Tom and Warren from our team talk about some different avenues you might explore to find work, including online opportunities.
Tom is back from the road! He and Warren answer some of the common questions he gets when he’s out teaching about voice over.
On this episode of Voice Coaches Radio, it’s listener email day! Hosts Tom and Warren take a look in their inbox and address some listener questions about all things voice over.
Sometimes we all need a little motivation. Warren and Tom give you some inspirational quotes to keep you on the path to voice over success.
Warren talks to a former Voice Coaches student about how he got interested in voice acting and what he’s been up to since he completed his training.
Here we are heading into another holiday season… and for Warren, that means networking season! He and Tom share some of their tips for taking advantage of holiday tidings and events to build professional relationships.
Team members Tom and Warren talk about “relationship marketing” and the benefits of a marketing strategy rooted in building relationships with clients.
Warren sits down to talk to a former Voice Coaches student who completed his training 8 years ago about his path within the industry and what he loves most about voice over.
The Red Sox didn’t make the World Series… but Warren distracts himself from his sadness by talking with Tom about some tried-and-true techniques to get your name out there as a voice actor.
It’s almost Halloween! Tom and Warren talk about fear and how it can get in the way of your professional success – and we don’t mean the “ghosts and goblins” kind.
In this episode, Tom and Warren at Voice Coaches explore some ways to increase your web presence as a voice talent, as well as some additional ideas for unique self-marketing.
This week, your hosts spend a few minutes talking about working on your craft as a voice actor. Whether you’ve been voice acting for 10 years or 10 minutes, practice is still important for continued success!
When it comes to marketing yourself as a voice actor, sometimes it can be difficult to get started. Team members Tom and Warren kick-start the process with a list of places you can look for work.
Voice Coaches Radio hosts Warren and Tom talk about the importance of approaching voice acting with a business mindset and offer some great perspective.
The hosts are joined by voice actor, musician, and Voice Coaches team member Nate for a lively discussion about his diverse career.
We all know it’s important to stay positive – but sometimes that’s easier said than done. Tom and Warren discuss some ways to maintain a positive mindset in the voice acting field.
When it comes to marketing, organization is important. Voice Coaches producers Tom and Warren talk about some strategies for staying organized.
How much voice over work is really out there? Your hosts survey the scope of the modern voice over industry and offer some insight into just how diverse is really is.
For this episode of Voice Coaches radio, it’s back to basics – and that means discussing how to make a good first impression and cultivate a strong relationship with a client.
Voice acting is a unique profession that combines aspects of entertainment, business, and other fields. Tom and Warren talk about what makes this field so different from many others.
Tom and Warren tackle a question from a listener who’s wondering where her voice might fit within the voice over industry.
Marketing yourself as a voice actor can be daunting – but Tom and Warren have a few quick and easy methods you can use to get yourself out there.
Tom and Warren from the Voice Coaches team share a few inspirational quotes for some motivation and perspective.
This week, the hosts talk about confidence – why it’s so important in professional settings, how to build it, and how to project confidence even when you may be nervous on the inside.
Hate networking? Producers Tom and Warren have a few tips to help you tolerate, and maybe even enjoy, the process of in-person networking as a voice actor.
In this episode of Voice Coaches Radio, the hosts focus in on planning for your success as a voice over professional. They talk about what a plan might look like and how to stick to it.
Graphic artist, musician, and Voice Coaches Art Director Kiki stops by the studio to talk about the importance of branding and design consistency in a successful marketing effort.
Tom and Warren talk about online VO marketplaces, what they are, how (and how not to) use them. Remember: when it comes to self-marketing, it’s important not to put all your eggs in one basket!
Whether you’re prepping for a big meeting, a big game, or a big voice over session, practice is always important. Warren and Tom from our team talk about some habits for productive, effective practice.
Tom might be a little bit nervous. He and Warren talk about nerves and how to overcome those jitters.
Warren welcomes his new co-host Tom! The two discuss Tom’s background as a veteran voice actor and what drew him to this unique industry.
Voice Coaches producers Chris and Warren discuss end-of-year marketing tips to get the most out of the holiday season.
Chris from our team interviews Gregory about his history in the voice over and recording industry.
Chris and Warren from our team discuss some of their favorite ghost stories… from real life!
Voice Coaches team members Chris and Warren discuss the importance of maintaining a positive outlook to success in the voice over and recording industry.
Chris and Warren from our team talk about different methods for ensuring networking success at parties.
Voice Coaches producers Chris and Warren answer listener questions about the usefulness of improv classes, the importance of knowing when to make a change, and more.
Team members Chris and Warren interview voice over and recording industry professional Terri about her history and experience working in entertainment.
Voice Coaches producers Chris and Warren talk about a few miscellaneous topics, from history to voice acting with an accent.
Chris and Warren from our team discuss some of the changes modern technology has brought to the voice over industry and ideas about how to leverage those changes for your own success.
Team members Chris and Warren answer a listener question about techniques for dealing with recording session performance anxiety as a voice actor.
Hosts Chris and Warren discuss different approaches to building your name and developing your brand as a voice over industry professional.
Chris and Warren from our team impress upon listeners the importance of perseverance to voice over industry success–you can’t build a career by giving up!
Voice Coaches producers Chris and Warren discuss techniques for maintaining your vocal health and performance quality as a voice actor.
On this episode of Voice Coaches Radio, Chris and Warren discuss the career-building power of repeat business in the voice over and recording industry.
Chris and Warren from our team talk about VocalID (www.vocalid.co), a platform where voice actors can use their talent to give back to those in need.
Producers Chris and Warren discuss the power and quality behind the voice over performances in Pixar’s hit movie Inside Out.
Warren and Chris answer listener questions about everything from home recording to getting reasonable pay.
Chris and Warren from our team talk about techniques for striking a balance between proactive self-marketing and bothering contacts as a voice over and recording industry professional.
The hosts discuss the benefits and pitfalls of taking time away from work as a voice actor.
Team members Chris and Warren use historical trivia to derive some useful lessons about building success in the voice over industry.
Voice Coaches producer Chris interviews voice actor and industry professional Megan about her history and experience recording voice over.
Chris and Warren from our team discuss a few fundamental marketing techniques to help forward your career as a voice professional.
The Voice Coaches Radio hosts lament Harry Shearer’s exit from the Simpsons after 23 years of voicing fan favorite characters like Ned Flanders and Mr. Burns.
Voice Coaches producers Chris and Warren discuss the connection between stage acting and voice over performance.
Warren and Chris discuss the perils and pitfalls of self-direction and how you can avoid them when recording a voice over performance.
Chris and Warren from our team discuss the importance of perseverance to long-term career success in the voice over and recording industry.
Chris and Warren talk about the importance of being observant and connecting with people to effective marketing techniques.
Chris and Warren interview Voice Coaches President and seasoned voice over producer David Bourgeois about his extensive and varied experience in this industry.
Chris and Warren from our team discuss the importance of taking stock and thinking about what resources you already have at your disposal to further your voice over industry career.
In a 300th episode special, Chris and Warren from our team talk about the history of Voice Coaches Radio and review some of their favorite lessons and highlights.
Voice Coaches producers Chris and Warren discuss how to go about tackling the ever-important question: what is my voice good for?
Team members Chris and Warren take some time to discuss talent agents and unions as they pertain to the voice over and entertainment industries.
Chris and Warren from our team answer a series of listener questions about marketing and branding with graphics and audio.
Voice Coaches producers Chris and Warren discuss the intersection of video gaming and the voice over industry.
Chris and Warren from our team continue their interview with voice over and recording career veteran and audiobook specialist Jim.
The hosts interview voice over and recording career veteran and audiobook specialist Jim about his experience working in the industry.
Chris and Warren lament the loss of Gary Owens, an iconic voice actor responsible for 5 decades of foundational work to the industry.
Team members Chris and Warren talk about the importance of expanding your prospects by growing your skills and looking for new opportunities.
Chris and Warren from Voice Coaches discuss the usefulness of friendships and relationships to an aspiring voice actor in the voice over and recording industry.
Voice Coaches producers Chris and Warren interview Alan, a voice actor busy growing his career and branching out as a recording industry professional.
The Voice Coaches Radio team discusses an important and valuable, if unromantic, side of the voice over industry: phone system voice over recording and IVR!
Team members Chris and Warren lament the loss of Christine Cavanaugh, a voice actor responsible for many of our favorite animated characters.
Chris and Warren from our team discuss some common wisdom for professional wardrobe and dress code in the voice over and recording industry.
Voice Coaches producers Chris and Warren discuss the pros and cons of pursuing niche voice over work.
Voice Coaches producers Chris and Warren discuss some techniques for making and sticking to plans effectively.
Team members Chris and Warren discuss the importance of letting your friends and coworkers know you’re working in voice over. You never know who might have some close-to-home work for you!
Voice Coaches team members Chris and Warren talk about parallels and connections between public speaking and recording voice over.
Warren from our team interviews Denis about the usefulness of a professional quality standard for voice actors.
Chris and Warren from our team answer listener questions about practicing and awards shows.
Voice Coaches producers Chris and Warren talk about one of the voice acting paradoxes: you never know when you’re going to begin having professional success!
Team members Chris and Warren discuss the importance of learning from your failures and growing as a voice over industry professional.
Chris and Warren from our team discuss methods for staying motivated and why those methods are so important to long-term success in the voice over industry.
Voice Coaches producers Chris and Warren discuss the importance of carefully curating your social media channels. Remember that most things you post are public!
Chris and Warren from our team discuss some of their favorite Halloween animated specials as they pertain to voice over recording.
Team members Chris and Warren review some methods for making and maintaining a professional impression as a voice actor during recording sessions.
Voice Coaches producers Chris and Warren talk about techniques to help a voice actor get through an extra-long recording session.
Chris and Warren from our team discuss the benefits of practice, as well as a few tips and tricks to ensure that you’re getting the most out of your time spent practicing.
Chris and Warren from our team make and discuss top-10 lists of their favorite voice actors of all time.
Team members Chris and Warren get discuss the ins and outs of that ever-important and intimidating part of gig work: invoicing.
Chris and Warren from the Voice Coaches team discuss some ways an aspiring voice actor can talk about their career with other industry professionals.
Voice Coaches producers Chris and Warren talk about techniques for finding motivation and getting started when the task at hand seems daunting.
Team members Chris and Warren discuss techniques for building, maintaining, and getting the most out of recording industry relationships as a voice actor.
Chris and Warren from our team take some time to answer listener questions about everything from podcasting to cataloguing past work.
Voice Coaches producers Chris and Warren take a moment to lament the loss of the iconic Robin Williams.
Voice Coaches producer and ex-podcast host Mike returns to the show for an interview with Brina, an actress noted for her voice over work in addition to her on-screen performances.
Chris and Warren have an in-depth discussion about vocal fry, a form of vocal wear that causes uncharacteristic buzziness in a voice.
Chris and Warren from our team discuss methods for building your online presence with resources tailored specifically to voice acting and recording.
Voice Coaches producers Chris and Warren discuss some home recording basics, focusing on a piece of equipment called a “preamp.”
Team members Chris and Warren explore the ins and outs of collecting testimonials from previous clients as a voice over professional.
Chris and Warren from our team answer a listener question about looking for voice over work in isolated, rural areas without needing to travel to the closest metropolis. Remember to utilize the internet!
Chris and Warren take a moment to reflect on the career of Casey Kasem, an icon known both for his work in radio and character voice acting.
Chris and Warren from our team discuss the Audie Awards show, giving listeners information on everything from what they are to how you can get involved.
Team members Chris and Warren discuss the usefulness of changing your promotional resources and demo to keep things fresh and new.
Voice Coaches producers Chris and Warren answer some common questions from aspiring voice actors.
Team members Chris and Warren discuss some methods for taking advantage of the summer months and getting the most out of your marketing efforts.
Voice Coaches producers Chris and Warren talk about the usefulness of having an online presence as a voice over and recording industry professional.
Team members Chris and Warren review and recommend a documentary called “I Know That Voice!” about the character voice acting industry.
Voice Coaches producers Chris and Warren take a moment to reflect on the career of the recently deceased industry titan Bob Hoskins.
Voice Coaches producer Warren interviews Keith, a voice actor with notable industry experience doing commercial voice over.
Team members Chris and Warren discuss the flexibility of professional voice over as a career, sharing stories of highly successful voice actors who also had entirely separate jobs.
Chris and Warren from our team discuss the pros and cons of podcasting as an aspiring voice over and recording professional.
Chris and Warren from our team discuss typecasting as it pertains the voice over and recording industry. Luckily, for aspiring industry professionals, it’s very uncommon!
Voice Coaches producer Mike interviews Doug, an industry professional with a motivational story.
Team member Mike interviews voice over professional Kevin about his most exciting work over the past year.
Mike and Warren from our team take a moment to reflect on the life and work of Hal Douglas, a voice actor known for his work in movie trailers and commercials.
Team members Mike and Warren discuss some small business tips and tricks as they relate to a fledgling career in the voice over and recording industry.
Voice Coaches producers Mike and Warren discuss some tips and tricks for networking at industry events.
Mike from the Voice Coaches team interviews Micah about her experience and history in the voice over industry.
In honor of the Olympic games, team members Mike and Warren discuss a few tips and tricks to motivate your success.
Voice Coaches producer Warren interviews Jim, a minister turned professional voice actor with a mind for marketing.
Mike and Warren from our team take a look at some techniques for staying motivated as an aspiring voice actor when times are tough.
Voice Coaches team member Mike interviews audiobook aficionado Sean, a voice over industry professional with more than 750 audiobooks under his belt.
Voice Coaches team member Mike interviews audiobook aficionado Sean, a voice over industry professional with more than 750 audiobooks under his belt.
Team members Mike and Warren discuss techniques for fighting your fears and getting through even the hardest jobs as a voice over and recording industry professional.
Mike and Warren from the Voice Coaches team answer listener questions about their origins in the voice acting field.
Voice Coaches producers Mike and Warren discuss tips and tricks to do your best in a voice acting audition.
Voice Coaches producers Mike and Warren bring on special guest and voice over industry professional Chris to review some of the best voice over work from 2013.
Mike from the Voice Coaches team interviews Diedrich, the voice actor behind many of our favorite characters including Batman.
Team members Mike and Warren discuss the Annie Awards, an awards show that recognizes work in the field of animation and related fields like voice acting.
Voice Coaches producers Mike and Warren talk about the things they’re most thankful for in the voice over industry.
Team members Mike and Warren discuss marketing tips and tricks to help listeners get the most out of their holiday season opportunities.
Voice Coaches producer Mike interviews Andrea, an industry veteran with special experience in casting animated voice over.
Voice Coaches team members Mike and Warren answer a listener question about the usefulness of talent agents.
Mike from our team interviews an iconic voice actor behind many of our favorite characters from TV shows, movies, and video games.
Team members Mike and Warren answer a listener question about setting fair prices as a voice actor looking for work.
Mike and Warren talk about the movie “In a World…”, a feature-length comedy revolving around the voice over industry.
Mike and Warren from our team discuss the power of editing in the production of a voice over.
Team members Mike and Warren answer a listener question about managing and organizing marketing outreach as an aspiring voice actor.
Voice Coaches producers Mike and Warren pay tribute to the voice acting legend behind many of our favorite characters, including Rocky from Rocky and Bullwinkle and Jokey Smurf from the Smurfs.
Mike and Warren from our team answer a listener question about exercises, practice, and drills.
Mike and Warren from our team discuss crowdfunding and finding work through Kickstarter as it pertains to the voice over and recording industry.
Team members Mike and Warren discuss voice over jobs in public spaces like amusement parks, museums, and public transit systems.
Mike and Warren from our team discuss Librivox, a volunteer-based organization that manages a free public library of audiobooks.
Voice Coaches producers Mike and Warren interview Jenny about various topics from marketing to relationships.
Podcast hosts Mike and Warren from our team discuss the ins and outs of casting in the voice over industry.
Voice Coaches team members Mike and Warren talk about innovation and technology as it pertains to the voice over and recording industry.
On this week’s episode of Voice Coaches Radio, Mike and Warren bring on special guest Kiki to discuss the importance of a cohesive branding strategy as a voice actor.
Voice Coaches producers Mike and Warren are here for a special “inspirational quotes” episode to share some motivating wisdom with listeners.
Team members Mike and Warren discuss the importance of pursuing learning as a lifelong process. There’s never a reason to stop learning!
Mike and Warren from the Voice Coaches team discuss the story of a french expatriot with international voice over experience.
Voice Coaches producers Mike and Warren discuss the importance of making a good impression on everyone you interact with over the course of a voice over job.
Voice Coaches team members Mike and Warren answer a listener question about using online platforms to send in auditions for voice over auditions.
Team members Mike and Warren discuss some creative ways to use classic marketing tools like business cards to promote yourself as a voice actor.
Mike and Warren from our team interview Chris about the importance of creativity to an aspiring voice actor.
Voice Coaches producers discuss industry standards and best practices related to charging for re-cuts and edits as a voice actor.
Podcast hosts Mike and Warren from the Voice Coaches team discuss the basics of making and distributing demos as a voice actor.
In a 200th episode special, hosts Mike and Warren take a look back at some of their favorite moments from Voice Coaches Radio history.
Mike from the Voice Coaches team interviews Jill about her newfound success in the voice over and recording industry.
Team members Mike and Warren discuss some tips and tricks for keeping the business cards you acquire at marketing events organized and useful.
Mike and Warren from our team discuss techniques for dealing with excess saliva during a voice over recording session.
Team members Mike and Warren answer a listener question about the difference between self-directing and self-correcting.
Mike and Warren from the Voice Coaches team take a look back at some of their favorite outtakes from past episodes of Voice Coaches Radio.
Hosts Mike and Warren answer listener questions about various topics within the field of voice over.
Team members Mike and Warren discuss the pros and cons of developing a niche as an aspiring voice actor.
After winning an Addy award for the second year in a row, Mike and Warren from our team discuss tips and tricks to make the most of the networking opportuniites provided by an awards show.
Mike from the Voice Coaches team interviews two entertainment industry legends. You’ll know them when you hear them!
Hosts Mike and Warren from the Voice Coaches team listen to an interview with entertainment industry legend Steven Spielberg about motivation, perseverance, and hard work.
Mike and Warren from the Voice Coaches team answer a listener question about choosing which company employee to reach out to with a voice over demo.
Mike and Warren from the Voice Coaches team interview Monise about her recent successes as a voice over and recording industry professional.
Hosts Mike and Warren from our team discuss some techniques for avoiding fatigue during long voice over recording sessions.
Mike and Warren from our team discuss industry standards and best practices for setting a rate as a professional voice over artist.
Team members Mike and Warren discuss the ins and outs of home recording for voice actors.
On the first Voice Coaches Radio episode of 2013, hosts Mike and Warren are joined in the studio by veteran podcast guest and Voice Coaches Senior Creative Director to talk about all things voice over.
On the last Voice Coaches Radio episode of the year, Warren and Mike take stock of the past year and look forward to the year ahead – and you should, too!
Special guest and resident Voice Coaches video game expert Chris returns to the podcast to talk about mobile gaming.
This week, Warren and Mike talk about methods to maintain professional relationships even as individual voice over projects come and go.
We love your questions! Mike and Warren answer a listener-submitted question about incorporating work done for television into your self-marketing materials.
Tis the season for animated movie specials! Mike and Warren talk about a new part of the Voice Coaches program that explores the world of voice over for animation and video games.
Holiday season is approaching – and that means the year will be over before we know it! The Voice Coaches Radio hosts talk about some things you can do to keep your voice over efforts on track through this incredibly busy time.
Should you incorporate yourself as a voice acting business? Warren and Mike explore the question.
This week, Warren and Mike offer some advice for dealing with any naysayers you may have in your world who might stop you from reaching your voice over potential.
You’ve got a recording session coming up… but sometimes the flu has other plans. Warren and Mike from Voice Coaches discuss some tips to minimize the effect of flu symptoms on your voice acting as much as possible.
An award-winning professional storyteller is this week’s special guest. She talks with Warren and Mike about her unique job.
Warren and Mike are both back from trips to different events. The two head back to the studio to talk about their experiences on this episode of Voice Coaches Radio.
Producers Mike and Warren talk about how to look for opportunities in phone systems and other types of voice overs you may hear in your day-to-day life.
Special guest, Voice Coaches team member, and voice talent Jason stops by the studio to chat about his background in audio engineering and theater, and how that’s carried him forward as he’s branched out to working behind the mic himself.
Feeling stuck? Warren and Mike from the Voice Coaches team give you a few actionable pointers to get your voice over career moving in the next 24 hours.
Warren and Mike share some of their favorite proverbs and quotes and talk about how they relate to building success in voice over.
This week, your hosts talk about voice over routines. Do you have a routine that helps you stay on task and accomplish your voice over goals?
Mike and Warren from our team discuss voice over demo range. Just how much range should you demonstrate on your demo?
Video game voice over expert and Voice Coaches team member Chris stops by the studio to chat with Warren and Mike about this exciting part of the field.
The Voice Coaches Radio team checks their inbox to tackle some of your listener-submitted questions on a range of voice over topics.
Mike and Warren from our team offer some insight into how you can come away from a recording experience with as much new knowledge as possible while still maintaining professionalism. Always look at everything as an opportunity to learn!
Producers Warren and Mike compare the pros and cons of hard-copy demos vs. demos hosted online.
Former Voice Coaches student and voice talent Rob stops by the podcast to talk about how he got started in the industry and what he’s been doing to build and develop professional connections.
Voice Coaches Radio hosts Warren and Mike talk about taking time off – how it can benefit you, and also how to organize yourself so you’re not playing voice over catch-up when you get back.
Mike is back from vacation. He and Warren answer your listener-submitted questions about best marketing practices, etiquette, and more.
Mike and Warren from the Voice Coaches team get the opportunity to talk with voice actor Bernie about his storied career in voice over.
Warrem and Mike from our team talk about the comraderie between voice actors that is a unique and fun part of this industry.
As a beginner in voice over, what’s the best practice strategy to build skill? The hosts offer some of their ideas.
This week, we hear from a working voice actor and former Voice Coaches student about her experiences in the industry so far.
Mike and Warren take inspiration from the world of professional sports as they offer some tips for maintaining motivation and continuing to move forward.
The Voice Coaches Radio hosts answer a listener-submitted question about how other creative pursuits can augment a voice over career.
Mike and Warren from our team tackle and important part of voice acting: as a voice actor, what’s the best method to work effectively with a producer during a session?
Warren and Mike celebrate 150 episodes of Voice Coaches Radio with a lively discussion about organization for effective self-marketing strategy.
Voice Coaches producers Warren and Mike answer a listener-submitted question about how to best balance voice over pursuits with a day job.
Mike and Warren from our team talk about some techniques for marking up voice over copy.
The hosts hear from a listener who’s always looking for opportunities to connect with potential voice over clients.
It’s a 3-guest week here at Voice Coaches Radio! Mike and Warren chat with three different voice actors about their varied experiences working in this unique industry.
Voice Coaches Radio hosts Mike and Warren discuss the ins and outs of social media, and how to leverage these platforms for yourself as a voice actor.
It’s time for spring cleaning – and we don’t just mean washing the windows and beating out the rugs. Mike and Warren at Voice Coaches talk about a few self-marketing tasks to add to your to-do list.
Your voice over demo should represent the best of what you can do – and that means it’s important to understand your own voice’s particular strengths. Finding your niche is a great way to organize your self-marketing strategy.
This special guest doesn’t just make a good first impression… he can do over a hundred different ones! Mark Verselli is here to talk with Mike about his varied work as a talented character voice actor. Listen closely – you never know whose voice you might hear with this guy in the studio!
The Voice Coaches Radio hosts talk about an inspirational story in the world of voice over.
Voice Coaches producers Mike and Warren explore voice over opportunities within the world of podcasting.
Mike and Warren are back for even more talk about talk. This week, they’re discussing small talk: how to do it, how not to do it, and some quick tips for making the most of your professional conversations.
Voice Coaches Radio hosts Mike and Warren are here to talk about talk! The two share some important tips and strategies for effective verbal communication, whether you’re talking over the phone or face-to-face.
It’s a special two-guest week here at Voice Coaches Radio! Mike and Warren chat with Joe and Terry about their unique marketing strategy as a husband-and-wife voice over team.
It’s a question we get asked about frequently: just how much should you charge as a voice actor? Mike and Warren talk about what you should consider when setting your rate.
Warren and Mike welcome voice actor, producer, and Voice Coaches team member John Gallogly into the studio for a discussion about how (and how not to) use social media in your marketing efforts.
Voice Coaches team members Warren and Mike are here this week to discuss your role as a voice actor in the booth – and how to minimize your inner critic to get the most out of a session.
The world of blogs is vast, and starting a voice over blog can be useful as an experience diary, a marketing tool, or a creative outlet – or sometimes all of the above!
This week, Mike and Warren are joined by special guest and Voice Coaches team member Bonnie to chat about her background in the performing arts and how she translated those experiences to the field of voice over.
Voice Coaches producer and voice actor John Gallogly takes a break from his busy schedule out on the road to talk with Mike about his practice habits, share some interesting ways to develop and maintain voice over skill, and share some insight he’s gained over his many years in the field.
Your hosts Mike and Warren ring in the New Year with a fun discussion about the differences between voice over and radio announcing, and how the two have changed over the years.
Graphic designer and Voice Coaches art director Kate is back for another episode. She talks with Mike and Warren about branding and how to develop and use a brand that works for you.
It’s the 12 Days of Voice Over Christmas! Graphic designer and newest team member Kate joins the Mike and Warren to talk (and sing) their way to Christmas, Voice Coaches style.
Okay, so you’re in the recording booth… now what? Voice Coaches Radio hosts Mike and Warren offer some best practices for putting your best foot forward when you’re working in the recording booth.
How much thought have you given to finding your niche in voice over? Mike and Warren from Voice Coaches talk about how leveraging your own unique skill set can really pay off.
With the holidays coming up, it’s a great time to start thinking about designing a business plan heading into the next year. Mike and Warren from our team give some useful tips and pointers to make a plan that works for you.
How do The Beatles, iTunes, and effective cover letters all relate to each other? Listen to this episode of Voice Coaches Radio to find out.
Voice Coaches Radio hosts Mike and Warren pay tribute to Mike’s dad, who recently passed away.
Mike Spring is back from a visit to the New York Comicon. He and Warren talk about some of the ways conventions present opportunities to promote yourself as a voice actor.
Sometimes effective marketing is as simple as reaching out to the people and places you already know! Team members Warren and Mike talk about how to use your own unique background to look for new voice over opportunities.
From pharmacist to mayor to voice actor… this man has done it all. He joins hosts Mike and Warren to talk about his roller coaster career – and what drew him most to the field of voice over.
Warren is dealing with a bit of car trouble – which has Mike thinking about how to overcome obstacles, formulate a new plan, and continue to move forward on your voice over path even when things don’t go exactly to plan.
Your voice over skills don’t have to be relegated to the voice over industry – they can help you in other parts of your life as well. From public speaking to everyday confidence and creativity, the hosts talk about ways voice over can cross over to the everyday.
It’s football season! Mike and Warren take a look at some useful sports-related tips and metaphors that offer important takeaways for anybody, whether you’re a sports fan or not.
Producer, voice actor, and Voice Coaches team member John Gallogly is back on Voice Coaches Radio for a closer look at what he looks for when casting a voice over role. He also offers some personal perspective on what it takes to land voice over work. Here’s a hint: it’s not just your voice that... View Article
Voice Coaches Radio hosts Mike and Warren make some predictions about where the voice over industry is headed next and how to stay on top of industry changes.
Producers Mike and Warren offer some helpful tips and tricks to maintain accuracy, stamina, and vocal precision during longer recording sessions.