12 Voiceover Podcasts You Should Not Miss (Pt 2)

Previously in part one of 12 Voiceover Podcasts You Should Not Miss, I introduced you to six podcasts to educate and inspire you about voiceover. I’m amazed at the amount of FREE information available through podcasts and I always feel listening to them is time well spent. I can’t think of another way to get educated passively.

This post continues with the second half of my recommended list.

 

Voice Coaches

mza_6385187628270560378.170x170-75Sometimes this podcast is too short. Warren Garling and Chris Scharling find topics that could use more time. They’re that interesting. They entertain well together and discuss methods to improve your VO business. From insightful interviews with industry professionals to marketing tips, and professional suggestions, each episode is delivered with humor and openness. Make sure to listen to the entire podcast for hilarious outtakes.

 

The Producers Podcast – Voiceover and Radio / Audio Production

mza_8350867020232262915.170x170-75While Ryan Drean’s professional focus is Country Imaging services at TM Studios, 360 Country, he is one guy that has many audio interests. His podcast is a blast to listen to and his easy going approach with the professionals he interviews gets answers and stories seldom heard elsewhere. Ryan talks with producers, voice talent and other audio industry professionals.

 

VO Minute

ps.jqrxbgqm.170x170-75New to the voiceover biz? Been in it for a while? This podcast is just right for you. Host and Voice Actress Allison Moffett provides useful VO tips; suggestions for improving your studio business; tech info and personal experiences in bite sized episodes. Allison’s bubbly, upbeat delivery is fun to listen to and sure to be one of the most positive parts of your day.

 

Voice Acting Mastery: Become a Master Voice Actor in the World of Voice Over

Known for numerous video game credits, Voice Actor, Crispin Freeman is the go to guy when your interest is voice acting in animation and video games. He’s been in the business for close to three decades and has the expertise to answer your most pressing voice acting questions. Interviews with agents, voice actors, and producers are typical of what you’ll find in his biweekly podcast.

 

Voice Over Experts

One of the first podcasts I subscribed to is provided by the folks at Voices.com. I was looking for a repository of stories from industry professionals, people who were successful in what they do. I wasn’t disappointed and found each episode enlightening and educational. What happens when you have too much radio in your sound? Check out this podcast for the answer.

 

Voice Over Marketing Podcast

When your VO business could stand an injection of marketing know-how, John Melley delivers what you’ll be looking for. You love what you do otherwise you wouldn’t be doing it, right? Learn to make more money and REALLY love what you do. John has useful information specific to your business that’s easy to access and a pleasure to hear.

 

I’ve received a number of suggestions since I published part 1 of this two part post and will share them with you next time. If you have a favorite podcast that helps you with your voiceover business respond in the comments section with your suggestion.

© 2014 J. Christopher Dunn

 

Other posts you might find interesting:

Your Next Client Could be a Return Call Away

The Disturbing Voice Disappearance

Five Ways to be Remembered by Your Clients

 

 

12 Voiceover Podcasts You Should Not Miss (Pt 1)

podcaste_captureWhen I’m working around the house or have a few moments of free time, one of the things I enjoy is listening to Podcasts. I listen to what I think is an eclectic mix that ranges from The Adam Carolla Show to Protocol Radio to NPR: Pop Culture Happy Hour. I like variety.

Since I’m a voice actor I listen to a number of Podcasts for inspiration and some to help me grow my business. I currently have a dozen I listen to weekly. The producer or host of each one takes on a specific approach to influencing me about voiceover or audio. In no particular order, here are the first 6 of my recommendations.

 

East West Audio Body Shop

mza_5479188260430693820.170x170-75Monday evenings would end miserably without watching this live, streaming vid-cast with hosts Dan Lenard and George Whittam. Their hour long VO-centric show features interviews with celebrities, hardware reviews, information and opinions. LOTS of opinions. If you miss the live stream, you can grab the audio portion through Podcast and listen to what you missed.

 

Voice Over Cafe

voice over cafeLooking for a place to kick back, enjoy a virtual bean beverage and hear about talented voice actors? Stop by the Voice Over Cafe. VO Hosts Terry Daniel and Trish Basanyi along with appearances by Tom Dheere, Peter Bishop, Sean Caldwell and Rob Sciglimpaglia have the scoop on current VO happenings. Recent episodes featured an interview with Susan Bennet (the first voice of SIRI) and an in depth chat about IpDTL, an alternative to ISDN.

 

Home Recording Show

Home Recording Show

This weekly podcast covers a lot of home recording ground. While it’s specific to musicians, I find the range of topics fascinating and occasionally they align with what I do in my studio. Microphone suggestions, DAW recommendations, and audio manipulation are often discussed. One of my favorite segments focuses on song remixing. Veteran hosts Ryan Canestro, Jon Tidey and Jesse Zoller have years of combined talent and studio expertise.

 

Talkin Toons with Rob Paulsen

Talkin Toons with Rob PaulsenWhat do Yakko Warner, Pinky, and Dr. Otto Von Scratchansniff have in common? They are characters voiced by Emmy and Annie award winner Rob Paulsen for the Animaniacs cartoon series. Rob brings his craziness, voices and in depth guest interviews to this amazing podcast. If you have even the slightest interest in animation voice acting, this is THE podcast to laugh with.

 

The Sound Advice Voice-Over Podcast

The Sound Advice Voice-Over PodcastIt’s valuable to be aware of multiple perspectives about voiceover. Questions sometimes get the same answer no matter who is asked. What are the benefits of pay to play sites? Is there a valid replacement for ISDN? Who is John Florian and what’s his deal? What’s a slate and how should it be used? Host Kate McClanaghan reveals the answers to questions like these with her unique, cut to the chase insight.

 

Music Radio Creative

Music Radio CreativeNow that you have a smokin’ VO business (or at the very least are on your way to one) it’s time to think about creating your own podcast. Mike and Izabela Russell open the mic and take a deep dive into podcast creation, networking, creating audio apps, Internet radio and more. The advice given and topics covered will inspire you to find ways in which they can be applied to VO.

 

These will get you started and probably wanting more. Come back for part 2 of my Podcast playlist in my next post.

Tell me what your indispensable podcast is and I’ll post all the suggestions in an upcoming post.

© 2014 J. Christopher Dunn

 

Other posts you might find interesting:

Your Next Client Could be a Return Call Away

The Disturbing Voice Disappearance

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