The Making Wavs VO Podcast

McVop VO Goals 2023!

It's 2023 and that means we are setting NEW, BIG, BEAUTIFUL GOALS to achieve throughout this year! Although Kevin and Bobbi are flying solo in this episode, you are in for a great time. Heck, hearing these two talk about their goals for 2023 might even inspire you to start thinking about your own goals for the next 12 months!!! So sit back, listen, laugh and don't be afraid to start writing down your own VO goals for this year! Dream BIG, write it, see it, believe it and go make those goals happen! HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! May it be filled with abundance, wealth, joy and success in EVERY way!

Going Live! With Melissa Disney!

Live announcing might not be what comes to mind when you first think of VO, which is why we are so excited to bring you this unique episode with the talented Melissa Disney! She has done it all and her stories speak for themselves. Especially her Nightmare Session at the end! Kick back, relax and have fun with us here on The Middle Class VO Podcast.

The Author and The Narrator

When writing and storytelling come together to create, something incredible happens. At least that’s the case when audiobook narrator Scott Brick and writer Landon Beach team up! In this cool and unique episode, we get to hear these two talented artists come together to talk about their latest collaboration Narrator, A Thriller (which is an audiobook you will DEFINITELY want to listen to). Not only is it brilliantly written and narrated, but is also based on a Voice Actor! Oh yeah, and did we mention that Scott will also be giving a cold read challenge at the end? You heard that right! Audiobook talk and one entertaining cold read challenge, right here on The Middle Class VO Podcast. So stick around, because it's going to be a good time getting to the Bones of this Thrilling Story!

ADR... What is that?

If you have ever been curious and wanted to learn more about ADR, then you are in the right place! Director, coach and audio producer Jeff Howell is here to tell you how to get involved in ADR and SO MUCH MORE! It’s another great episode full of golden nuggets that you won’t want to miss, right here on The Middle Class VO Podcast!

Nailing an Audition/Euro Retreat Recap

It’s been a while, but we are back and ready to share not only our experience at the recent Euro Voiceover Retreat, but also some killer tips for NAILING AN AUDITION!

Listen to what some of the best coaches and talent in the industry say about knocking ANY and EVERY audition out of the park. You might start seeing a pattern in what they say, and even learn a few golden nuggets that will help your auditions along the way!

MYSTERY Guests, Emma O’Neill and Chris McCloy Bring Their BEST!

In today's episode, we are bringing not one, but TWO mystery guests your way! Can Bobbi Maxwell figure out who they are? Find out if you can crack the codes along with Bobbi in this super fun, action-packed episode.

QUESTIONS will be answered, LAUGHS will be heard and NIGHTMARE STORIES will be told. Stories that will not only blow your mind, but teach you at the same time!

You won't want to miss this, because these two talented mystery guests are bringing YOU their very BEST!

Finding Your Voice

Whether you are a seasoned pro or just getting into the game of VO, chances are you’ve struggled with finding YOUR own VOICE during your career. Heck, you might have even LOST it somewhere along the way!

Not only does Dave Walsh have 20+ years of experience in the industry as an artist, coach, director and studio executive, he has also faced many struggles as a professional voice actor. One battle in particular, inspired him to create the Truetell method, which helps actors find THEIR one true voice!

This fun episode with Dave is sure to leave you inspired and ready to tackle any challenges you may be facing in your voiceover career.

What’s Your BRAND?

Do you have a memorable brand that people will never forget? Do you feel confident and happy about that brand? If you aren't sure and you want to start STANDING OUT from the crowd, then this is an episode you DON'T want to miss!

Talent management and branding expert Celia Siegel knows how important it is for voice actors to create a memorable brand. Which is why we are so happy to have her with us today on The Middle Class VO Podcast, where she will be talking all about BRANDING!

George Washington III Talks RESOURCES!

Staying on top of things is a tough job, especially when your calendar is always full. When you have a lot of auditions to tackle, meetings to schedule, sessions to record and audio to edit, it can feel like you are drowning in a list of things to do. So, how do you become more proficient in your work as a voice actor?Is there any way to make life more simple and feel less chaotic with such a busy schedule? ABSOLUTELY! There are some great resources that will help improve your proficiency as a voiceover artist, and we are so excited for George Washington lll to share some of his top tips and tricks on how to make that happen. So if you are ready to get organized and find out what might help make your life as a voice actor more simple, then this episode is for you!Plus, there is a killer cold read challenge in here you won't want to miss. RIGHT HERE on The Middle Class VO Podcast!

Moving Forward with VO Atlanta!

Just a few short months ago, we thought we would be saying goodbye to VO Atlanta for good. The voiceover conference that has been a safe place to learn about the business, connect with others and recharge our spirits to become better artists was believed to be shutting its doors for the last time in 2022. Luckily for us however, fate decided to take a different turn! We are beyond excited to have Anna Collins with us today to tell us all of the good things coming our way for VO Atlanta 2023! There are a lot of great things in the works and we are excited to share the details with you first, right here on The Middle Class VO Podcast!