The Making Wavs VO Podcast

Sippin’ Sunshine & Studio Time: Kevin & Bobbi's Summer Break!

Summer’s heating up, and so are the plans for your favorite voiceover duo! In this quick check-in episode, Kevin Kilpatrick and Bobbi Maxwell share a little behind-the-scenes of what’s been going on, what’s coming up, and how they’re balancing voiceover life with sunshine and downtime!

Spoiler Alert! (Kevin and Bobbi are taking a summer break.)

Tune in for a quick chit chat with podcast updates, and your dose of VO community vibes. It’s short, sweet, and just what you need to keep riding the summer wave!

Making Wavs Abroad with Diana Birdsall

In this uplifting and eye-opening episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast, we’re joined by the incredibly talented Diana Birdsall, a powerhouse voice actor who packed up her life, crossed the ocean, and is now living and working remotely in Portugal.

We're having real talks about what it’s really like to move overseas as a working creative, and Diana also drops some tech-savvy tips on how to eliminate pesky dog barks from your audio (yep, it’s possible!) and shares honest insights about adapting to life and working in a new country.

Whether you're dreaming of recording VO from a beach town or just want to hear about the behind-the-scenes of going global, this episode is packed with value, laughter, and practical takeaways. Tune in for inspiration and real talk with one of the best in the biz, and if you want to learn more about Diana, check out her work at: dianabirdsall.com 🎙️

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Thanks so much for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe and share it with your fellow voiceover friends. This episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast is proudly sponsored by Full Compass Systems : your go-to source for everything you need to upgrade your home studio. Visit www.fullcompass.com to check out their full selection of gear!

Real VO Talk with Stephanie Pam Roberts

This week on The Making WAVs VO Podcast, we’re joined by the vibrant and talented Stephanie Pam Roberts. A seasoned voice actor and all-around creative powerhouse.

Stephanie dishes on everything from her background and how she got started on voiceover, to her experience at JMC’s Euro VO Retreat (spoiler: it's where she met the legendary Kevin Kilpatrick IRL!) to some of her nightmare recording sessions that’ll make you cringe. From techy mishaps to magic moments, this episode is packed with real talk and pure VO fun.

Whether you're a VO vet or just getting started, this episode will inspire you to keep showing up, stay curious, and make your own WAVs in the industry.

Curious about what Stephanie’s up to? You can hear her demos and see her work at stephaniepamroberts.com.

💥 PLUS: Don’t miss the scoop on the Full Compass huge "Center Stage Sales Event!" You still have time to grab some gear and win a BIG giveaway! 🎁 Get up to 77% off gear and enter to win a giveaway worth OVER $11,000! Now’s the perfect time to upgrade your setup or grab that wishlist item!

Thanks so much for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe and share it with your fellow voiceover friends. This episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast is proudly sponsored by Full Compass Systems : your go-to source for everything you need to upgrade your home studio. Visit www.fullcompass.com to check out their full selection of gear!

Keep Your Chin Up, Buttercup

In this uplifting and real-talk episode of The Making WAVs VO Podcast, Kevin and Bobbi are here to remind you: hang in there, VO fam! The industry may be moving a little slow, but that doesn’t mean it’s standing still. There is work out there, you just have to keep training, keep growing, and keep showing up!

They dive into the importance of coaching, staying sharp, and what it really takes to become and stay a working voiceover pro. So if you’ve been feeling discouraged, this episode is your pep talk with a side of strategy!

Tune in for:

A motivational boost from two seasoned pros

Real-world advice for VO survival and success

Encouragement to stay the course and trust the process

💥 PLUS: Don’t miss the scoop on the Full Compass huge "Center Stage Sales Event!" 🎁 Get up to 77% off gear and enter to win a giveaway worth OVER $11,000! Now’s the perfect time to upgrade your setup or grab that wishlist item!

So hit play, grab your mic, and keep making WAVs, because your next gig could be right around the corner!

Thanks so much for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe and share it with your fellow voiceover friends. This episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast is proudly sponsored by Full Compass Systems : your go-to source for everything you need to upgrade your home studio. Visit www.fullcompass.com to check out their full selection of gear!

VO Coaching Questions with Christi Bowen

This week on the Making WAVs VO Podcast, voice actor, studio owner and coach, Christi Bowen joins us to chat all things VO coaching!

In this info-packed episode, Christi gives her thoughts on the importance of coaching. AND, what to be aware of regarding predatory coaches.

PLUS: Don’t miss when Kevin, Bobbi and Christi share stories about some of their worst VO coaching experiences. For more information on Christi's VO Career Path, go here:  https://vocareerpath.com/Tune in and get ready for another fun, insightful, and knowledge-packed episode you won’t want to miss!

Thanks so much for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe and share it with your fellow voiceover friends. This episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast is proudly sponsored by Full Compass Systems : your go-to source for everything you need to upgrade your home studio. Visit www.fullcompass.com to check out their full selection of gear!

Mic Drops & Real Talk with Jack Daniel

This week on the Making WAVs VO Podcast, we’re kicking back with none other than Jack Daniel: voice actor, promo king, and all-around industry straight-shooter!

 

In this laid-back but info-packed episode, Jack gets real about vocal health care, the frustration of being typecast, and the hard truths about what’s not working in the voiceover industry. Whether you’re just getting started or already booking, Jack’s perspective is sharp, honest, and down-right entertaining.

 

PLUS: Don’t miss the exclusive cold-read challenge where Jack shows us how it’s done, AND a sneak peak about an upcoming non-SAG limited class on promo and trailers! So if you're looking to level up your skills and learn directly from the source, be sure to keep an eye on Jack’s website for more info at: https://jackdanielvo.com/

 

Tune in and get ready for another fun, insightful, and knowledge-packed episode you won’t want to miss!

 

Thanks so much for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe and share it with your fellow voiceover friends. This episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast is proudly sponsored by Full Compass Systems : your go-to source for everything you need to upgrade your home studio. Visit www.fullcompass.com to check out their full selection of gear!

Dubbing Secrets with Jessica Blue

In this episode, we sit down with voice actor and director Jessica Blue to talk about all things dubbing.

Jessica has worked on major projects for Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, HBO, Paramount, and more by lending her voice, adapting scripts, casting, and directing a wide range of dubbing content. She shares real-world tips and tricks for dubbing, from submitting your audition, to the importance of timing, tone, and script adaptation on the fly when you book the job.

Whether you're new to dubbing or a seasoned pro looking to sharpen your skills, this episode is full of practical takeaways, behind-the-scenes insight, and inspiration to help you stand out in the dubbing world.

Tune in now and get ready to level up your dubbing game with expert tips, real talk, and industry insight from the amazing Jessica Blue! Want to learn more about Jessica’s work or book her for your next project? Visit her website to learn more, or email her directly.  Website: www.jessicablue.com Email: jessvo@jessicablue.com

Thanks so much for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe and share it with your fellow voiceover friends. This episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast is proudly sponsored by Full Compass Systems : your go-to source for everything you need to upgrade your home studio. Visit www.fullcompass.com to check out their full selection of gear!

TOUCHDOWN! The Making Wavs VO Podcast SCORES with Ohio State Buckeyes Play-by-Play announcer, Paul Keels

Today, Bobbi and Kevin are joined by THE VOICE of Ohio State University Football and Basketball, Paul Keels. Paul has had an amazing sports broadcasting career including jobs for the University of Cincinnati, The Cincinnati Bengals and nearly 3 decades with OSU. BUT he also does VOICEOVER!

Paul shares the SURPRISING voiceover projects he’s worked on. We also get to hear some fun broadcasting stories, including the biggest blunder of Paul’s broadcasting career. We think you will enjoy this one, especially if you’re a sports fan!

Thanks for listening and don't forget to subscribe and share this episode with your friends. This episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast was brought to you by: Full Compass Systems: www.fullcompass.com, where you can find all the gear you need to level up your home studio!

A Masters Degree in Reading Leads to Narrating for Money!

Jenn Walden has had quite the interesting career path! She currently excels in audiobook narration where she has several books awaiting her beautiful narration. But, how did she get to this point?

Kevin and Bobbi chat with Jenn about her career path - from being in radio, to being a teacher with a masters in reading, to being a busy audiobook narrator. She also shares some valuable insight on why she feels she IS so busy with audiobooks. We hope you enjoy it! For more about Jenn go here: https://www.jennwaldenvoice.com/

Thanks for listening and don't forget to subscribe and share this episode with your friends. This episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast was brought to you by: Full Compass Systems: www.fullcompass.com, where you can find all the gear you need to level up your home studio!

Making Wavs VO Podcast - Having Some Fun!

Kevin and Bobbi have some FUN on this episode of the Making Wavs VO Podcast! You'll hear about a couple of national campaigns that Kevin and Bobbi booked recently, and it includes a new Nightmare Session from Kevin!! You'll also hear a NEW FEATURE introduced where Kevin and Bobbi read AMAZON REVIEWS! Pretty fun stuff...hope you enjoy it!