The Making Wavs VO Podcast

The UGH-ly side of Voiceover!

In this episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast, Bobbi and Kevin talk about pet peeves, annoyances and the UGH-ly side of VO. Kick back and yell at the kids to get off your lawn with us today!

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Katie Leigh - THE VOICE THAT RAISED THE MILLENNIALS

We're sure you've heard our next guest's voice, especially if you grew up on classic cartoons! Her brilliant work and bright personality has shone for decades in the VO world. Specializing in kids and character voices, Katie Leigh is a multi-faceted voice-over veteran who brings happiness to audiences of all ages! She is THE VOICE THAT RAISED THE MILLENNIALS! So get ready for a super FUN-FILLED episode with fun facts, flashback projects, cold-read challenges and so much more! If you have a love for animation and enjoy listening to veteran talent in this industry, then you have to tune in to this episode on The Making Wavs VO Podcast!

Go explore Katie's website, book a coaching session, sign up for her newsletter or just see what she's up to at: www.katieleigh.com

You can also catch Katie teaching at The Global Voice Academy! To sign up for classes there, visit: www.globalvoiceacademy.com

Want to get Katie's new book? Grab your copy of The Itty-Bitty Book of Codependency: Keep the Fun in Dysfunction today on Amazon! Or get an autographed version on Katie's website, at: www.katieleigh.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 of the gear you need to level up your home studio!

2024 GOALS CHECK!

In this episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast, Bobbi and Kevin check progress on their goals for 2024. How do you think they’re doing?? From Agents to Documentaries and E-Learning to Political VO, find out their how well they are sticking to them! Plus, you’ll hear discussions about accents, automotive and animation!

Have you been tackling your VoiceOver goals for 2024?? We hope you enjoy this fun and entertaining episode of the Making Wavs VO Podcast!

Hugh P. Klitzke - Conversational VO

We are going conversational today in this episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast with voiceover coach, director and producer Hugh P. Klitzke. With almost 20 years of experience in the industry, Hugh knows VO! He has helped many voiceover artists understand and perform the conversational read to book the job, and we are so happy to have him with us today. In addition to Hugh being with us, you also have the incredible Rob Reed hosting with your girl, Bobbi Maxwell! Kevin had to sit this episode out but don't worry he'll be back next week, and Rob's helping to keep the conversation going while Kevin's away. This is a good one folks, so be sure you tune in, take notes, gain some great insight and enjoy this fun and CONVERSATIONAL episode! 😜

Want to learn more about Hugh, book a coaching session or book a FREE CONSULT? Find everything on his website at: www.conversationalvo.com. To snag a free consultation, just click on the "let's talk about it" button on his coaching page!

You've heard Rob before, but if you need a refresher of the host of who this cool guy is that filled in for Kevin today, check his stuff out at: www.robreedvo.com

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Tim Friedlander - Envisioning The Future in VO

Can you protect your voice as a voiceover talent these days? In a world where so much is changing with AI technology, it can be scary to think about companies using your voice without your permission or any compensation. Yet this is a real threat, and unfortunately has already affected artists' all around the world. Luckily for us however, there are people who are fighting for our rights as working talent! People like our special guest - Tim Friedlander!

”Usage is usage" as President and co-founder of the National Association of Voice Actors (NAVA), Tim says, and he is standing up for talent to be paid fairly no matter how their voice is used! Tune into this eye-opening AI episode, so you can be up-to-date about what's going on in our unpredictable and ever-changing world of voiceover. Curious to hear some of Tim's work? Explore his website at: www.timfriedlander.com

Or maybe you're ready to learn more about the National Association of Voice Actors? You can find all of that info at: www.NAVAvoices.org

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 of the gear you need to level up your home studio!

The Audio Ninja - Jordan Reynolds!

Get your game-on with the incredibly talented voice actor and audio ninja - Jordan Reynolds, in this fun episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast.

Jordan has done it all, and there's no secret why... He's a talented voice actor, fun to work with and is highly skilled in all things audio. Prepare to be entertained with good stories, fun voices and a good ole nightmare session too, for this episode is truly for the gamer voice actor in you! Find out why having great audio is so important in your auditions, what challenges you could face while voicing a character, and why you should never feel bad for asking for a break to prevent burning out during a session. 😎 Take it from us when we say, that this episode is one you truly don't want to miss!

Want to hear more of Jordan's work? Explore his website at:

www.jordanreynolds.com

Or maybe you need to get your audio dialed in? Contact Jordan for a one-on-one, OR take his Audio Ninja Master Class! You can find all of that info here:

www.jordanaudio.ninja

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 of the gear you need to level up your home studio!

Voice Acting Coach - Jodi Gottlieb

We're connecting the dots with voiceover coach Jodi Gottlieb on this episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast. Jodi's directing skills have helped voice actors repeatedly book the job and we're so thrilled to have her with us today! We're discussing voiceover styles, promos, agents, managers, and beyond. So if you're ready, let's dive into this enlightening episode with Jodi, where we will gain knowledge and insight on everything VO!

If you want to learn more about Jodi , check out her website: www.jodigottliebvo.com

Or maybe you're ready to CONNECT THE DOTS! If that's the case, contact Jodi via email to get started: jodi@jodigottliebvo.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 of the gear you need to level up your home studio!

Auditions That BOOKED!

Auditions are crucial as a voiceover artist. They give you the chance to express yourself, and ultimately - the opportunity to BOOK the role! So, wouldn't it be nice to level up your submissions by listening to the auditions that booked the gig? Well, you're in luck, because that is exactly what we are doing on this unique episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast. Tune in as we listen to a handful of auditions submitted and BOOKED by your fellow voice actors. It's an episode you truly won't want to miss! Special thanks to voice actors George Washington III, Amy Weis, Lacey Deline and Rob Reed for sharing their work.

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The Making Wavs VO Podcast

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Nadia Marshall - VO Lead Generation

What immediately comes to mind when you think of marketing yourself as a voiceover artist? Chances are a downpour of "side effects" start flooding your head when you even hear the word MARKETING... You know it has to be done and you know you should be doing it already, but the thought of it makes you cringe in every way possible.  Lead generation and marketing is a skill that takes time and practice to master. It is not something that comes naturally to us voice actors and most of the time we will do everything we can to avoid it! But the fear of self-promotion is over my friend, because help has arrived on The Making Wavs VO Podcast! Award winning professional female voice actor and singer - Nadia Marshall joins us today and she is going to give you a little taste on why you should be marketing yourself and how to do it properly in this industry. So get ready, because if you've been dragging your feet when it comes to marketing, then this episode is just what you need to get started on promoting yourself as a professional voice actor!

Ready to start generating leads and marketing yourself as a voice actor? Find Nadia's Lead Generation Blueprint Course here: www.blueprintcourseware.com

If you want to reach out to Nadia direct, send her an email at: nadia@voicesbynadia.com

Or, check out her website to see her skills and talents first hand: www.voicesbynadia.com

Don't forget to connect with her on all the socials too: @voicesbynadia

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 of the gear you need to level up your home studio!

On Camera to On-Mic with Chris Burnett

From acting in front of the camera, to becoming an award-winning male voiceover talent, Chris Burnett has helped thousands of productions over the years with his skills and talents. Chris knows what this fast paced industry wants and we are lucky to have him here with us on this episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast, where he shares his tips on being a successful VO talent! Be sure to listen until the end where you'll hear a back-to-back COLD READ challenge that is sure to brighten your day!

Ready to monetize your VO services? Check out The VO Void! Chris's one of a kind voiceover course created to help you thrive as a voiceover talent. Find it here: www.thevovoid.com

Or if you want to just check out more of Chris's work, you can go to: www.chrisburnettvoiceactor.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 of the gear you need to level up your home studio!