How Do You Say That?!

In ep 119 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Elroy "Spoonface" Powell joins Sam and Mark to talk about jumping from character to character in an instant, we find out exactly what "Muffin Pants" really are in what Sam thinks might be the most fun script we've ever had, and Spoon brings a Barry White depth that we had to explore!Our VO question this week is all about mindfulness... Spoon's an expert in this field and gives some tremendous tips on how you can look after yourself and protect your mental health in what can be a pretty tough industry!Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.ukScript 1True Sight helps to treat and prevent five debilitating diseases that affect more than a billion people globally.These are known as neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) and two of them are a major cause of preventable blindness around the world, particularly in low- and middle-income countries.True Sight works with thousands of local volunteers and has distributed more than a billion donated treatments to protect people against NTDs. They have helped to eliminate trachoma in several countries, including The Gambia, Ghana, Malawi, Benin, Mali and most recently Pakistan.Script 2(overexcited announcer)"Tired of choosing between breakfast... and pants?!"(fashion model voice)"Introducing... Muffin Pants. They bake while you strut."(scientist voice, slightly unhinged)"With patented CrumbTech™ insulation, each cheek stays toasty!"(grandma voice)"Back in my day, we just sat on a pie and hoped for the best."(military drill sergeant)"You want carbs? You want comfort? DROP AND GIVE ME FLAVOUR!"(cheery jingle-style sing-song)"Muffin Paaaants — hot buns, on the run!"We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today!**Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!"About our guest: Elroy ‘Spoonface' Powell, aka ‘Spoon The Voice Guy,' is an award-winning voice actor known for his commanding performances in gaming, film, and TV. His role as Jack Matt in Dying Light 2 won him the One Voice Award for Best Male Voice in Gaming. He has also voiced Minecraft Legends, Harold Halibut, and appeared in Star Wars: Episode VII and Fighting With My Family.With a background in music, Spoon blends vocal mastery with storytelling. His work in mindfulness and EFT enhances his ability to deliver authentic, emotionally rich performances. He has also collaborated with UNESCO, amplifying indigenous voices. Elroy Spoonface's Website @spoonface1 on Instagram Elroy Spoonface on YouTubeYou can also read more about Mindfulness with Spoon's...

Short trailer for Episode 119 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Elroy "Spoonface" Powell.Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin

In ep 118 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Sharon Dominey joins Sam and Mark and gives us a fun fact for tennis lovers, some mother daughter character work, and an informational for people who have English as a second language! Plus, we go to a school playground, a boxing ring, and up 36,000 feet in the wildcards!Our VO question this week is all about pivoting towards voiceover after 20 years doing something completely different!Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.ukScript 1If someone comes knocking—and they might—don't go flinging the door open like you do for the hens. Watch 'em through the glass first. If they ask for me but don't say my name right—Ellyn, not Ellen or Ellie—don't trust a word out their mouth. If they say they're from the Keep, ask 'em who braided your hair last Winter Solstice. If they can't answer, bolt the door and don't let them in. I know you're brave. Braver than me, some days. But there's things walking the roads now that wear borrowed smiles. Don't you forget now Mia.Script 2Welcome to Mary's Well.Thank you for choosing to sit your exam at the York competence test centre.When you arrive at the building, please proceed up the stairs to floor C. The competence test centre reception is located in C5. Here you will register your attendance with the receptionist, handing in your original documentation and passport for checking by our staff. You will then receive the general briefing ahead of your exam. After the briefing you will be taken by a member of staff to your allocated Bay. Lockers are provided for your personal belongings.We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today!**Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!"About our guest: Sharon Dominey is a lapsed accountant, who moved into voiceover about 8 years ago after 20 years in the world of banking and finance, both in the UK and Australia. When covid hit, she decided that at the age of 50 that she'd do an acting degree. She now has a couple of radio shows, does patient role play for the NHS and continues with voiceover clients and a bit of acting. Sharon's Website @sharon.dominey on Instagram @DomineyVO on X Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing!Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermarkSam's...

Short trailer for Episode 118 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Sharon Dominey.Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin

In ep 117 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Alix Perry joins Sam and Mark to talk about a script that half the population would never get to read! We make industrial pallets sound out of this world and reveal a guaranteed way to make your audience think about the product or service you're talking about!Our VO question this week is all about how to make your website pop with your unique personality!Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.ukScript 1Did you know, statistically speaking, around 20% of any workforce is experiencing some stage of menopause. And 80% of those employees will be suffering from symptoms like sleep problems, mood changes, and difficulty concentrating - oh and a whole host of other less talked about stuff.80% of menopausal women say their organisation has no basic structure in place - but expert menopause support is essential if you want to maintain a happy, successful company. That's where we come in…Script 2We don't want you to think about pallets.You've got other things on your mind.Like your business. Your products.We just make sure they go from A to B to C…and back to A. Efficient, hassle-free and in the most sustainable way.We are that almost invisible foundation. Combining future proof logistics and state of the art technology With a strong natural material. That's our nature. We don't want you to think about pallets. But when you do...let them be red.We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today!**Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!"About our guest: Alix Perry is a multi-award-nominated voiceover artist with seven years under her belt, having started her journey behind the mic in 2018. Before all the voiceover fun, she earned a BA Honours degree in Television & Creative Writing, and spent her time writing comedy scripts (because who doesn't love making people laugh?). She also worked in music venues around London, combining her love for live music with a front-row seat to the action. All the scriptwriting, editing, and people skills she picked up along the way have turned out to be the perfect fit for her voiceover career. Now, she's great at cracking scripts, connecting with any audience, and delivering high-quality audio that leaves clients saying, ‘Yes, this is exactly what we needed! Alix's Website @alixandrasvoices on Instagram Alix's Facebook page Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an...

Short trailer for Episode 117 of "How Do You Say That?!" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Alix Perry.Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin

In ep 116 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, André Refig joins Sam and Mark to explore the musicality of an infomercial call to action… and how to create proper characterisation within a mobile-phone video game. There's also an astounding stretchy-to-the-point-of-bursting wildcard!Our VO question this week is all about creating characters for videos games - where to start, how to flesh them out, and what a director really wants!Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.ukScript 1What do you do when your tyre goes flat and there's no air anywhere to fix that? You reach for INFLATE PRO! The smart, fast, hands-free way to fill it up with air. Inflate Pro is so advanced, it has a built-in smart pressure digital sensor that gauges and automatically stops when the set tyre pressure is reached. Plus it can be 100% hands-free. You simply set the target pressure and walk away, keeping you out of harm's way.In just 2 minutes, you'll go from low to GO with Inflate Pro!Script 2Start VO:“Dice dice baby!”“Dice to meet you (insert nerdy laugh)”Hurts someone:"You appear to have had a critical failure.""You clearly forgot to read subsection 37 of rule 749. Loser!"Uses special move:"Cheatmode enabled!""Time for some dicey hacks!"Dies:"But...but... my calculations" "Loosing to a n00b. Perfect."We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today!**Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!"About our guest: André Refig is a bilingual actor and voiceover with a native accent in both French and English and he works roughly 50-50 in each. He specialises in the corporate and video game sectors, but has also voiced TV and radio commercials, audio dramas, animations, ELT, audiobooks, with plenty of dubbing and ADR. Game franchises he's worked on include Assassin's Creed, Cyberpunk, Dying Light, Brawl Stars, Formula 1, Age of Empires and more. On screen he's been in TV series such as Killing Eve and We Were the Lucky Ones, and he's been treading the boards professionally since 2008, most proudly having been in the original cast of the current West End production of Cabaret. He has two young boys, the eldest of which has also started working in voiceover at the tender age of 7! In his non-existent spare time, he enjoys baking! André's Website @andrerefig on Instagram André's Facebook page Resources: Click here for the...

Short trailer for Episode 116 of "How Do You Say That?!" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and André Refig.Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin

In ep 115 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Sue Schick joins Sam and Mark to talk about what happens when you lock into one way of doing a script and you can't quite escape from it, there's a windy fun fact, we explore a historical museum audio guide, and there's a surprise for Sam when we ask if you speak differently when you're in front of a mic... and if you do - why?Our VO question this week is all about the differences in client expectations across international markets!Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.ukScript 1I thought hiding in the forest was a good idea. Turns out I was wrong.Ahead, through the gap in the leaves I could see the dirt road. I prayed I'd been wrong, that nothing was coming after me. I'd heard stories about this road, and this forest. People being robbed, killed, and it was certainly not my first choice for a hiding place. However, it was better than the narrow roads where I could easily get cornered. I knew my mistake, staying too late at the alehouse.Script 2Hey, do you already know your next customer?We do! Shopper Specs shows you the real names of companies browsing your website and what exactly they are interested in.One click - one call - and your next customer is waiting for you!Your new customers are already there - you just have to decode them on your website!To welcome Spring, we are doubling our free trial period from 2 to 4 weeks at shopperspecs.comWe'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today!**Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!" About our guest: Brought up in a small town in mid-Germany, Susanne Schick wanted to ‘work in media' after graduating from high school and ended up in the bustling capital of Berlin. A radio traineeship, further education as voice artist and a handful of creative jobs later, she moved even further up north. Now, Sue lives in cozy Helsinki, Finland and works as full-time VO with clients worldwide. Susanne's Website @shesoundsgreatcom on Instagram Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing!Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermarkSam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin

Short trailer for Episode 115 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Susanne SchickMark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin

In ep 114 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Janine Cooper-Marshall joins Sam and Mark to talk about getting commuters from A to B without confusing or annoying them, we reveal the dragon in the room, Mark just keeps tripping over a place name and how you can be too Welsh and not Welsh enough all at the same time. Plus we get excited about bubblies!Our VO question this week is all about how you get a job on the trains (as a voiceover!), and is it tough to be in a niche?Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.ukScript 1In pursuit of the perfect bubble, David Brook strives to consistently raise the bar in terms of quality and distinction. We are one of the few South African wine makers dedicated to the art of Cap Classique. Our bubblies are serious contenders in the international wine arena - unique, sophisticated and elegant. From grape to glass, the entire process relies on meticulous attention to detail, precision timing and plenty of patience.Script 2Welcome aboard this Borderline Train to Llanfairfechan.We'll be calling at Llanelli, London, and Llanfairfechan.Please keep an eye on your personal belongings at all times. If you see anything suspicious, please tell a member of the staff. See it, Say it - Sorted.We are now arriving at Llanelli. Change here for buses to a wide range of destinations. These leave from the front of the station. The next station is… London.This train finishes its journey here. All change please.We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today!**Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!"About our guest: Janine Cooper-Marshall trained as an actor back in 1981. She recorded her first voice reel with Bernard Graham Shaw in 2000 and somehow managed to impress him enough to be included in his book “Voice-Overs – A Practical Guide”, which gave her the confidence to launch herself into full time voiceover work. Since then she's recorded radio & TV commercials, eLearning modules, corporates, explainers, audiobooks… well, anything that requires a voice really. She has also recorded thousands of transport announcements… Janine's Website @janinevo on Instagram Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing!Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermarkSam's demos & contact details:

Short trailer for Episode 114 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Janine Cooper-Marshall.Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin

In ep 113 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Stephanie Matard joins Sam and Mark to talk about why audio guides are great, and how to create a real historical character. We discuss when to over-egg the pudding and how music can help with rhythm and pace. Plus we coin a new technical term - Gruffing it!Our VO question this week is all about being a truly international voice actor - from wherever you're based!We would love you to get involved on the show! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.uk and that's also the email address if you'd like to be a guest on a future edition of the show.Script 1Scutari, Barrack Hospl, Jan 18/56MadamIn reply to your letter of Jan 4, I am very happy to be able to inform you that William Edward Austen 2nd Drag. Gds (Scotch Greys) went home to England Dec 11/55. I therefore return to you his wife's letters & trust that ‘ere this, her heart is lightened of its troubles.I remain your obedt ServtFlorence NightingaleScript 2It all begins with our hands. With our hands, we imagine we design, With our hands, we shape we test and test again.With our hands. we craft. we refine.and we test over, over and over againBecause our priority is protecting your headWe'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today!**Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!"About our guest: Stephanie Matard is an American voice-over artist based in France since 2010 and is now a bilingual French-American. Winner of the VO Atlanta International Scholarship (2020) and nominated as Best International Voice Over at the One Voice Awards (2022), Stephanie brings warmth and clarity to global brands. She records from her Normandy studio or top studios in Paris. Stephanie is passionate about travel, culture, and French cheese! Steph's Website @stephaniematard on Instagram Steph on YouTube Steph's Facebook page Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing, and the motivation they have.Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermarkSam's demos & contact details:

Short trailer for Episode 113 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Stephanie Matard.Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin

In ep 112 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Diane Brooks joins Sam and Mark to talk about being more empathetic in a corporate script, when slowing down your read can really make a point, and we look at what is and isn't a "genuine" laugh in a commercial. Plus there's a grumpy farmer and quite a bit of open-top car fun!Our VO question this week is all about how a previous career can help your voice career by identifying the transferable skills.Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.ukScript 1Across the world, millions lack access to clean water, reliable energy, the internet and safe transport to take them to education or work. Infrastructure like this is the foundation of a thriving economy - but financing it is a challenge in lower-income countries and those affected by conflict.AssureCo enables private sector investment through the provision of guarantees, mobilising finance for essential projects wherever they're needed most.Our goal? To improve lives, promote climate resilience and economic growth, and alleviate poverty.Script 2(sfx car driving with laughter) It's always good to take a break – maybe an overnight with friends or a mini holiday here in Scotland. But don't take a break from your medicines. If you rely on a repeat prescription, remember to pack it along with your toothbrush… oh…(gentle laugh)…and your clean undies. Whatever you do, don't get caught out, so you can spend more time (having fun sfx) ...enjoying yourself. For more information about managing your medicines, visit your pharmacy - for the care advice you need, whenever you need it. We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today!**Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!"About our guest: Diane Brooks trained with Bauer media in 2008, which led to an extensive range of work over the years, including: Radio Commercials, Corporates, E- Learning, IVR/Telephony, Audio Drama, Animation, Gaming, Apps, Audiobooks and Video Narration for numerous types of businesses and organisations all over the world, but especially in Scotland. Diane won the Best Overall Performance for Telephony/IVR at the One voice Awards in London 2019 and was nominated for Best Overall Performance in Audio Drama performance in 2022. In her spare time, she has produced several short films and one feature film. Diane's Website Diane's Facebook page @dianebrooks4098 on Instagram Resources:

Short trailer for Episode 112 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Diane Brooks.Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin

In ep 111 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Victoria Riley joins Sam and Mark to talk about accents and whether clients really want it full on or a softened version. We work out how to inhabit the character of a wizened old crone, and what to do when you need to be overbearing!Our VO question this week is all about when and how you should make the pivot between the voiceover work you're getting, and the voiceover work you actually want!Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.ukScript 1When your baby or child is unwell, it is a really worrying time. Sometimes it can be hard to know what to do, but it's important to trust your instincts and get the right help.Strep A is a common type of bacteria that is found on the skin and in the throat. Most strep A infections are mild and easily treated. Scarlet fever is caused by strep A. It is usually a mild illness that is highly infectious. It causes a distinctive pink-red rash and flu-like symptoms and is treated with antibiotics.Script 2In a different time, when words were lit with lightning and history was carved from magic, there was a far-off land where stood a monument. A divine statue. Golden and strange. At first glance, it seemed to be on the edge of a burial ground - guarding sarcophagi and long forgotten tombs.But beneath it, there were no bodies to discover. No cadavers, no skulls, not a single bone.We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today!**Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!"About our guest: Victoria Riley is an Essex-based voice actor with a lovely Lancashire accent. Originally from near Blackburn, she moved to London to go to drama school and hasn't found her way home yet. Having worked in corporate voiceover, audiobooks and radio imaging for years, she's now going back to her actor roots with more focus on character work in animation and gaming.Victoria loves animals, especially her big, beautiful rescue dog Ringo. When she's not in the studio, she and Ringo can usually be found roaming Epping Forest and foraging for berries! Victoria's Website Victoria on YouTube @Voiceover_Vic on X Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing!Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermarkSam's demos & contact details:

Short trailer for Episode 111 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Victoria Riley.Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin

In ep 110 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Susie Valerio joins Sam and Mark to talk about what to do when a medical sounding script isn't medical, and how to approach a documentary script so it doesn't sound like all the others out there! We explore chakras, mine some gold, lose our voices and grow a long neck!Our VO question this week is all about authenticity - and why it's so important in reels, in casting and in getting the right performance!Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.ukScript 1The nine separate enneatypes are grouped into three clusters called triads. Each triad has one thing in common, a point of view or a feeling that they perceive the world through. Some Enneagram practitioners refer to these as the "three knowledge centres." The triad groups represent three ways that we can process information. People often use words like "gut," "bones," or “heart,” to describe their feelings - such as in "I know it in my…gut”. Which option they choose can be very telling.Script 2Drawn by the jobs and industry that gold generates, a population of approximately one hundred thousand people has grown around one of the largest open-pit gold mines in the world, creating a unique living situation.This episode explores the delicate balance between mine, city and environment. A carefully managed relationship, so that both mine and the city's inhabitants can flourish.We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today!**Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!"About our guest: Susie Valerio is an Award-Winning British-Brazilian Actor, Producer and Casting Director with over 20 years across the entertainment industry – from TV and Film to Documentary, Sports, Advertising, all things Audio and Video Games. She is also Brazilian Ambassador for SOVAS and regular speaker at Conferences and Webinars.Being a Bilingual International Actor herself, Susie is deeply committed to genuine diversity, international collaborations and ethical casting. Recent Casting and Production credits include Koreaboo, Far Cry: Rise of Revolution, Brawl Stars, promos for main Games and Animation franchises and a number of upcoming projects under NDA. Behind the mic, Susie records across most genres in native International English and Brazilian Portuguese, consistently booking with some of the world's biggest brands. Susie's Website @susie.valerio on Instagram Susie's Facebook page Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't

Short trailer for Episode 110 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Susie Valerio.Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin

In ep 109 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Bruce Duncan joins Sam and Mark to talk about alternative ways to create a power 30 second commercial, bringing out the pride in a script without going over the top and what to be wary of when your kid decides they want to be in front of the mic!Our VO question this week is all about keeping voiceover in the family!Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.ukScript 1Well, it just so happens that digital City have been doing all of this and more in 2024. The City served as a testbed for uncrewed aerial technology, thanks to a unique drone trial – an example of how innovators are using our sandbox environment in exciting ways. We made real progress with our LifeCycle data trust pilot project – a groundbreaking initiative that draws on the City's world-leading trust structure and applies it to data stewardship - an area that offers huge commercial potential for the city. Not only introducing innovation but by mapping route data, we can help make cycling across the city safer and more rider-friendly.Script 2Direction: Classy, 30s, relaxed, smart, measuredHarrington Smith has the perfect excuse to ‘take a look' at the stunning new BMW X5 50e xDriveIt's a ‘Personal Contract Hire Offer', hmm24-month agreement with an initial rental of £3,882 … hmm!?Monthly rental of £999 … nice!Plus the hybrid model is the perfect balance of petrol and electric …… thought that might do itThe new BMW X5 50e xDriveSearch Harrington Smith.co.ukTs & Cs apply. Harrington Smith is a credit brokerWe'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today! **Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!"About our guest: Bruce Duncan has been behind the mic since 2009 and has voiced thousands of Commercials, Corporate narrations, Explainers, and E-learning, Museum Audio Guides, Animations, Video Games, In-store and Telephone systems. You'll hear him greet you on the phone at Aviva (and a stack of other Insurance Companies), he'll advise you about special offers in B&Q, and try to sell you BMWs on the radio. In fact, the only place you're unlikely to hear him is narrating an Audiobook (if you exclude 'Penny the Penguin' sleep story on the Calm app).Bruce grew up in Surrey, and lives with his wife Rachel, two daughters (both Child VOs) and a newly adopted Saluki Sighthound. They enjoy holidays in their motorhome and given the chance, Bruce would spend his life mountain biking and snowboarding. Bruce's Website Bruce's Facebook page @BruceDuncanVO on X

Short trailer for Episode 109 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Bruce Duncan.Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin

In ep 108 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Melissa Sinden joins Sam and Mark to talk about the irony of being asked to play an AI voice, how sessions with lots of people involved can get quite unruly, and how to sound natural when you're playing the part of a voice actor!Our VO question this week is all about how you create a rounded, three-dimensional character for animation.Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.ukScript 1Right... I'm just getting my characterisation sorted... do you want to hear my thoughts? So, with the main course... our seven nut ‘nut' roast... I'm thinking I'm a nut connoisseur, but I not only embrace the taste of the nuts, but I also travel to where they're produced and soak in the local culture, which gives me an insight into the source of their taste... and as for the vegetables... they'll be picked by students on summer vacation, working on organic farms in Norfolk... they'll be first and maybe second year students, from all around the world... How does that sound?Script 2MVO: (vintage style) In my day motor vehicles had keys not buttons and they didn't need plugging in! When you get a ding, dent, chip or scratch in your techo Tesla, who can repair it now ask! Robots? Pah.FVO: (modern voice of a smart AI) Prestige cars can be repaired at A and B Vehicle repairs. They are manufacturer approved for Audi, Mercedes, BMW and now also Tesla. Does that answer your question?MVO: Who said that? what witchery is this?!FVO: Go direct to A and B Vehicle Repairs; where accidents unhappen.We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today!**Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!"About our guest: Melissa is the child of a pair of opera singers and has been a voice actor for many years - despite being only 39!! She trained as an actor but went straight into voicing.As well as corporate and commercial, she was also an animation voice - Jess the Cat's meow in Postman Pat as well as Strange Hill High, Little Monsters AND a background clucker in the first Chicken Run film! Melissa has also done tons of radio drama over the years as well as BBC Radio 4 short stories, book extracts and poems. Melissa finally went back into in vision acting about 15 years ago - programmes like Shameless, Brassic, Vera, Corrie and Emmerdale, as well as theatre and she writes and does public speaking gigs! Melissa's VocalPoint Website Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing!Mark's demos & contact details:

Short trailer for Episode 108 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Melissa Sinden.Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin

In Ep 107 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Ruth Urquhart joins Sam and Mark to talk about terrible writing and what you can do with it without offending the client, there's a touch of scurvy about our reads, and we get stuck into THREE scripts for a change!Our VO question this week is all about how to make a duff script sound better!Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.ukScript 1In 1747, James Lind set up his study at sea: Twelve sailors suffering from scurvy were split into six groups with two men in each group. All six groups shared living quarters in the same end of the ship and were given the same diet during the course of the study, with the exception of six different treatments that Lind wanted to test.The first group got cider. The second group got diluted sulfuric acid. The third group got vinegar. The fourth group got sea water. The fifth group got two oranges and a lemon. Finally, the last group got a purgative mixture of commonly used medicines.Script 2aShe grasped her carefully embroidered reticule, a present from her beloved aunt Mary, given to her at Christmas, a gift that she treasured dearly, despite it's garish colour, and stepped off the sidewalk into the busy London street, narrowly avoiding a huge puddle. She hailed a hackney which appeared suddenly through the fall gloom. The driver's rough attire of sackcloth pants held up by suspenders looked filthy but she tried not to stare as he pulled his horses to a halt beside her. ‘Can you take me to Clarence House?' she asked. The man grimaced.'Clarence house be 5 blocks away, he growled in his distant London accent ‘ I ain't got time, lady! I be workin'Script 2bAs she walked she thought about her brawny Highlander, Hamish Campbell, the one who had proposed to her only a week ago and to whom she had run from despite her longing to be with him. ‘Doona go!' he had pleaded earnestly, ‘I doona want to live without ye, I can no.'His deep voice resonated in his head and she flushed to remember it. They had not been alone, his 5 cousins, Angus, Calum, Bret, Jed and Colin had witnessed the whole embarrassing episode there on the riverbank next to their little croft house in the little village of Firth on the banks of the river Forth.. she had stood right on the waters edge, the men behind her. We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today!**Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!"About our guest: Ruth is a trained actor and an experienced, award winning voice actor. Known as the Tartan Chameleon, she is extremely versatile. Being a native Scot with English parents effectively means she has two natural accents as well as a very good ear for many other dialects. Ruth has narrated over 200 audio books to date as well as voicing animations, animes, commercials, games, corporate videos, film dubbing and documentaries. She lives in Scotland with her family and an array of rescue animals.

Short trailer for Episode 107 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Ruth Urquhart.Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin

In episode 106 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Mike Bodie joins Sam and Mark to talk about how you can judge the age of a character through the pitch of the voice, the secrets you need to know for gaming auditions, and why an American accent with a British sentiment doesn't always work for casting directors.Our VO question this week is all about the tools an actor uses on stage that are also useful in the voiceover booth.Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.ukScript 1Complex ideas. Endlessly fascinating.Tricky to understand.That's why companies like ours make bite-size, easy to follow videos (like this one) - packed with information, facts and examples that bring complicated ideas to life. For audiences everywhere - from pre-schoolers and students to work-forces and curious minds across the world.Script 21.You bloody greenhorns. I am an old man, an old Man-At-Arms, and I have seen more skimishes and battles than most of you have years. Nothing is more terrible upon this earth - and nothing more glorious.2. You've got a heart of gold. Don't let these folk take it from you.3. Enough! We're done here! Now, you will meet your maker! 4. My Lord. This blade of mine is yours. And this heart as well, that never belonged to anyone else. 5. There are spirits everywhere. Ghosts really. We carry them with us wherever we go.We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today!**Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!"About our guest: Mike is an Olivier nominated actor, voice actor, and voice director based in London. He is one of the founders, owners, and performers of the Olivier and Tony award-winning theatre company, Mischief Theatre; makers of "The Play That Goes Wrong", now in it's 10th year in the West End, and the upcoming "The Comedy About Spies" at the Noel Coward Theatre. Best known for his game VO work, Mike is one of the UK's most prolific voice actors in games with over 130 games in 6 years. A regular speaker at games conferences across central, and eastern europe, Mike is a voice acting mentor with Limit Break, the video game mentorship program. Mike's Website @MikeBodieActs on X @MikeBodieActs on InstagramResources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing!Mark's demos & contact details:

Short trailer for Episode 106 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Mike Bodie.Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin

In ep 105 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Danny Watts joins Sam and Mark to talk about dialling up and down the brightness for a corporate script, getting historical clues from within the script, and why getting together for drinks can enhance your voiceover career!Our VO question this week is all about the voiceover socials - what they are, where they are and why they are!Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.ukScript 1To modulate their brightness, LEDs are typically pulsed on and off at regular intervals. This approach is called pulse width modulation, or PWM for short. When an LED is asked to operate at a much lower brightness, it ends up being off more than it is on, effectively limiting the amount of brightness levels it can create, thus reducing the effective bit depth of the video being displayed. The result is noticeable banding and visual artefacts on the images being shown on screen. To alleviate these issues, we have introduced Dark Magic on all our Tessera LED processors.Script 2A fine morning sir and isn't that the most precious collar I've ever seen on a Barker. I wondered what would it take for you to part with such a handsome coat? I know the value of such a garment - I have a keen eye and a heavy pocket - and I deal in the finest accessories sir. Why, just the other day I sold the smartest hat to a lovely young lad. You wouldn't be in the market to sell, would you?We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today!**Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!"About our guest: Danny Watts has been a voice actor since 2012, in all genres from commercials to film, video game to IVR. He claims he was too shy at college to do drama, but opted for music instead... became a singer, and loved the limelight when standing behind a mic. In his spare time, Danny writes, performs, produces and distributes his own music under the pseudonym “Downtown Patriots” a fictitious band consisting of one member - him! In 2019 just before lockdown, he somehow managed to volunteer himself to organise a London VO social event, and has been doing that ever since. Danny's Website @dannyjwatts on Instagram Danny's Facebook page Danny on YouTube Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing!Get more info on the voiceover socials

Short trailer for Episode 105 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Danny WattsMark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin

In episode 104 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Liam Gerrard joins Sam and Mark to talk about the rigours of creating audiobooks, from characterisation and mind-boggling names to coping with your own company for hours on end and actually knuckling down to the hard work of reading! The show has some Elvish language that scares us from the off, and a magical revelation too!Our VO question this week is all about why audiobooks can be the most rewarding of all voiceover genres.Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.ukScript 1As we continue to explore, to expand, and to embrace the power of trusted partnerships both within and beyond Clarity, this is our promise:To be bold.To be passionate.To pioneer innovations that enable early detection.To provide our expertise to preserve in patients what makes them who they are. Because life-changing therapies are coming and Clarity will be ready. Script 2“Good afternoon, dach'othala,” I said. I saw Zanarin wince pointedly at my voice, which was harsh and graveled thanks to my surviving the sessiva when it swept through Lohaiso during my prelacy there. It mostly did not bother me, except when someone like Zanarin made sure it did."Good afternoon, Celehar,” said Vernezar. “I apologize for dragging you down here, not nearly as elegant as what you were used to at the Untheileneise Court, I'm sure - but this really isn't a matter for the Ulistheileian.”We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today!**Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!"About our guest: Liam Gerrard is a multi-award-winning actor, commercial voiceover, audiobook narrator and producer known as “The Voiceover Chap!” In 2024 he was nominated for an AUDIE award in L.A. for an audiobook he transcribed, edited, narrated and published through his publishing company; Raconteurs Audio. He was also a VOX finalist for 'Producer of the Year'. He can be heard on tv in commercials for Deliveroo. His regular clients include Apple in the States, BP, HMRC, the EU central government body and Amazon. He has recorded over 250 audiobooks. He also lectures in voiceover production at numerous universities and drama schools. He currently appears as the guest lead in 4 episodes of season 5 of Odd Squad on PBS America and the BBC. @liamgerrardofficial on Instagram Liam's Website @voiceoverchap on X Liam's Facebook pageResources: Click here for the...

Short trailer for Episode 104 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Liam Gerrard.Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin

In episode 103 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Emma Stannard joins Sam and Mark to talk about filth and how you can flush it, how a bracket can de-rail your read, why italics might be better, and how newspaper articles on a page can translate into podcast audio.Our VO question this week is all about voice jobs we've done in the past that we don;t always talk about!Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.ukScript 1All over the area people are suffering….from blocked toilets, blocked drains, waste gullies and soakaways at home and at work!Don't panic! Call the filth emergency service - Plug Drainage on 0800 622 7277 or online at Plug Drainage dot co dot uk and they'll soon get things flowing.Get free quotes, no call out fee and they're fully insured for your peace of mind.Plug Drainage - unblocking the county 24 hours a day at plug drainage dot co dot uk!Script 2"This is not entertainment," Rebekah Vardy's barrister, Hugh Tomlinson QC, declared at the opening of the trial referred to at the Royal Courts of Justice as Vardy vs Rooney, but known everywhere else as the Wagatha Christie trial.To borrow a favourite linguistic flourish of Vardy's: not being funny, but what are you on, my learned friend? For seven days, I sat in the front row of the multimillion-pound libel trial and, to be honest with you - another favourite phrase of Vardy's, (a phrase which led Coleen Rooney's barrister, David Sherborne QC to retort, "Well, I'd much rather you're honest because you are sitting in a witness box") - in all my many years of covering fashion and celebrities in this paper, this was the purest form of entertainment I have ever seen. We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today!**Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!"About our guest: Emma trained as an actor and has been a working VO since 2008 .... her main source of work is TV promos – she voices promos for the BBC, CBeebies, Ch4, UKTV... and Crime & Investigation channel. And she's be shortlisted in that category three or 4 times at one voice, and has won once!She's also been in video games including Lego Star Wars : The Skywalker Saga, and a few versions of Dwarves in Return to Moria (a Lord of the Rings video game) and Warhammer 40k Darktide. Emma's Website @trulyoutrageousvo on Instagram @TheOnlyStannard on TwitterResources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be...

Short trailer for Episode 103 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Emma StannardMark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin

Happy New Year! In the second of our festive specials of “How Do You Say That?!” we've delved into the archive - and pulled out an episode full of gold with voice actor and casting director Emily Jardine.As with our Christmas special, this is UNEDITED, warts-and-all! Don't miss Charlie the puppy turning bad, what happened when Sam had a power-cut mid recording and a very squishy sounding Igor - well it was first broadcast around Halloween 2023!It's about 20 minutes longer than the usual podcast, but there are some real gems in there, and all the bits you don't usually hear before we start recording, after we finish, and when we mess up too!Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.ukScript 1A killer can come in many forms. From the Visionaries, to the Mission Oriented. Hedonists, To the desire for power and control. A trait is often shared between these abhorrent individuals. A trait which strikes fear into our hearts. Their innate ability to blend amongst humanity. From a single glance, you may think nothing of them. You might even trust them. Until it is far too late. Script 2Dear Henry I'm Charlie, a Corgi puppy who is quite new to the whole dry food feeding thing. I only like to eat the best of the best and I'm worried that my parents aren't feeding me the right food. Call me high maintenance, but I want a food that ticks all the boxes: tasty, keeps my coat lovely and shiny, my 'parcels' firm, and helps me develop as I grow into a bigger dog. Does such a food exist or are my expectations simply too high?Best wishes,Charlie x We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today!**Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!"About our guest: Emily Jardine is an award-winning voice artist, actor and voiceover coach, represented by 43 agents across 12 countries.While Emily's performance career began when she was little, by the age of 26 Emily was also an established voiceover producer, casting director & talent manager, producing multi-million-pound advertising campaigns around the world. Emily won the Inspiration Award 2022 and was nominated as FVO of the Year 2023.When Emily isn't in the booth, she loves baking, reading and adopting small furries. She is also a complete Queen & Freddie Mercury nerd.Emily's Website @emily__jardine on Instagram Emily's Facebook pageMark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermarkSam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin

Merry Christmas! In the first of our festive specials of “How Do You Say That?!” we've delved into the archive - and pulled out an episode with voice actor and impressionist Darren Altman from November 2023 - but we thought you'd like to hear it UNEDITED, warts-and-all! It's about 20 minutes longer than the usual podcast, but there are some real gems in there, and all the bits you don't usually hear before we start recording, after we finish, and when we mess up too!Get involved! Send your ideas for the podcast to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.ukScript 1Creativity is an aching need for self-expression and a longing for meaning. That's why the best creatives I know pull from their sense of childlike wonder, which means, breaking free of mediocrity and taking a deep dive into who you were, who you are, and who you hope to be. So it asks...no, demands...that you let go of your artificial boundaries and rediscover all your wonderful weirdness—the experiences that make you different from everyone else on the planet. And when does life ask that of you? Or, when was the last time you could do that without feeling judged? That's why creativity is such a rush. It's the undeniable truth of who you are being recognised and embraced. Script 2Season's Greetings one and allChristmas is just around the cornerWhen the most competitive league in the world Meets the most wonderful time of the year SFX: Festive jingle bells effect joins the match atmosphere and remains throughout. And at Craven Cottage, there's a fabulous feast of festive Fulham fixturesAll loaded with hopes, dreams and atmosphereThis is your chance to take in some brilliant Premier League action over Christmas And help Fulham wrap up as many home points as possible SFX: Crowd erupts with cheers after a goal and continue singing. So come all ye faithfulAnd treat yourself to an early present Book tickets now at tickets.fulhamfc.com Terms and conditions apply. **Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!"About our guest: Darren Altman is a voiceover artist and impressionist, who you may remember reached the live semi finals of Britain's Got Talent.Darren works from his broadcast quality studio and can be heard all over the world, voicing adverts for tv and radio, promos, playing characters in animations and computer games, in-store adverts and more. He has won numerous awards for his work, including the prestigious One Voice and VOX Awards.As a presenter, he enjoys hosting events and award ceremonies and has worked alongside some big names in his role as the “voice of God” for award ceremonies. He's also busy performing his standup material in comedy clubs around the country and can be heard presenting shows on Radio Jackie, across south-west London and Surrey. Darren's Website @darrenaltman_vo on Instagram Darren on YouTubeResources:Check out our sponsor Voxbox - the...

In episode 100 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by Voxbox, Kate Harbour joins Sam and Mark to celebrate this milestone edition - and gives us a masterclass in animation - creating characters, bringing the truth, and how every emote tells a story!Our VO question this week is all about whether being able to do silly voices is enough!Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.ukScript 1Low or high pressure… industrial or hydraulic – our range of specialist hose applications is comprehensive to say the least, complete with bespoke fittings to meet your specific needs. And with our field technicians, containerised workshops, on-site assembly, and field support, we keep downtime to a minimum. Explore our capabilities in full at tonal-industrial.com.Script 2Hello, everyone, thanking you! I'm so excited to show you my new invention! Introducing the new vacubot 2000, the smallest cleverest vacuum cleaner ever made. She whips a cloth off a stand to reveal a mini VACUBOT, white and minimalist. Different ANGLES ON members of the audience . a , an ANIMATION begins on * the screen, demonstrating the workings of vacuum cleaners. Actually, this one's very quiet. But other vacuum cleaners have a noisy motor that makes a fan go round. The fan sucks air into a box that collects the dust , here let me demonstrate. : she speaks into the remote. We see a light on the * remote tells us it's listening. You see I simply speak into the remote like so: Vacubot 2000 clean the room level -Super clean. There you are you see, it's quite miraculous and can clean from super clean all the way to super duper mega clean. Although I haven't tested that yet. What's that, you want to have a go ? Oh well why not but don't ask for anything more than super duper mega clean yet, things might, go a bit wonky. We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today!**Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!"About our guest: Kate Harbour is an actor well-known for her character voices on many award winning animations such as ‘Bob the Builder', ‘Shaun The Sheep', “Chicken Run dawn of the Nugget”, “Fimbles”, “The Secret Show”, “Messy goesto Okido”, “Octonauts" and many more.Radio Dramas include Dr Who for Big Finish, ‘Robin of Sherwood' ‘Journey into Space: Frozen in Time' and ‘The Roy Huddlines ‘ for Audible Recorded live at The Sondheim Theatre.Kate has also performed in many musicals including Cameron Macintosh's ‘Oliver',‘Martin Guerre' and ‘Hey Mr Producer'. She also sings and has performed in cabarets including with “The Bellefleurs” at Glastonbury Festival.Kate also now shares her experience and insights in her “Acting for Animation” Workshops which she holds in London and Manchester... and she continues to work on upcoming animation series and other voice over work both in London and from her own studio in Bath. Kate's Website...

Short trailer for Episode 100 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by Voxbox featuring Samantha Boffin, Mark Ryes and Kate Harbour.Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin Check out our sponsor Voxbox - the portable, foldable, storable audio booth.https://www.voxbox.studio/Now you can get 10% off a Voxbox by using the code HDYST24

In episode 99 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by Voxbox, Jack Oddie joins Sam and Mark to talk about different approaches to scripts, how a football theme can change the feel, northern versus southern grittiness and Sam gets fruity!Our VO question this week is all about the process you use when approaching a new character or script... if any process at all!Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.ukScript 1So what makes a Good Life? To have done something important do you need to be named? To have made a difference do you have to have an image which is instantly recognised? Do you need a million Tweets and a billion followers? An Oscar winning bio-pic? Is the business of a life lived to the full only worth knowing if you yourself are known? A tree falling in the empty forest is not unheard. If nothing else it's noticed by the other trees. So I fall. Back into the silence of history.Script 2It's wearing your heart on your sleevebut keeping your cool.The noise, the chantsPoints won, points lost.To win the cup or just stay upWe go again, we march on.Win games and you'll be fine.Football, bloody hell Its turning up and never giving upMeeting triumph and disasterDust yourself down, pick yourself upAnd face the arena.To coachTo leadTo deliverTo succeedYou just do it.We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today!**Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!"About our guest: Winner of several Industry awards, including Best International Voiceover Performance at One Voice USA, Jack Oddie has been voicing full time for 8 years. Originally from Carlisle, He's probably known for his reads with a Northern English lilt, but he does enjoy some of the more lesser-known jobs for the likes of Nick Toons and anything where he's allowed to attempt a bit of comic timing. He has two kids, two dogs and lives with them all, along with his lovely partner, Natasha in Newcastle. Jack's Website @oddiejoddie on InstagramResources:Check out our sponsor Voxbox - the portable, foldable, storable audio booth.https://www.voxbox.studio/ Now you can get 10% off a Voxbox by using the code HDYST24Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing!Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermarkSam's...

Short trailer for Episode 99 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by Voxbox featuring Samantha Boffin, Mark Ryes and Jack Oddie.Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin Check out our sponsor Voxbox - the portable, foldable, storable audio booth.https://www.voxbox.studio/Now you can get 10% off a Voxbox by using the code HDYST24

In episode 98 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by Voxbox, Ian Brannan joins Sam and Mark to talk about ghost stories, corporate scripts with a twist, sports commentators, saucy photos and a festive prawn ring!! Genuinely all life is in this podcast! Subscribe today!Our VO question this week is all about the value of networking, and what a chance meeting might bring to your business!Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.ukScript 1This trunk had two neat brass locks, one left, one right, along the front of the lid. Ethel, after fumbling, opened the first – then, so great was her hurry to know what might be within that she could not wait but slipped her hand in under the lifted corner. She pulled out one pricelessly lacy top of what must be a bridal-veil, and gave a quick laugh – must not this be an omen? She pulled again, but the stuff resisted, almost as though it were being grasped from inside the trunk.Script 2A long, long time ago, organic remains were safely stored deep within our planet;Where it turned into carbon compound.Let's fast forward to the industrial revolution, when we first discovered that we could use this carbon to fuel our societies.But there's a catch.Every carbon particle we burn, turns into a CO2 molecule, that is filling up the atmosphere.Which is bad news for our planet — and for us.We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today!**Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!"About our guest: Ian Brannan is a Voiceover artist, radio presenter, producer and also sports commentator, based in the North East of England and originally from Yorkshire. He's voiced international TV commercials for Lavazza coffee and Booking.com, you can hear him instore in ASDA or Spar, on the phone to Butlins or E.On, as well as corporate work for some of the worlds biggest brands including Airbus, BMW, Panasonic and once upon a time F1 World Champion Max Verstappen.Ian's background is in radio where in a career of nearly 30 years (which surely can't be right) he's been a presenter and audio producer from the Guardian Media Group, and on brands such as Heart & Smooth Radio. He's also a presenter on BBC Local Radio in the north too. In addition to this he's also an independent podcast producer, a lead commentator in the motorsport of Speedway, and is currently in the process of becoming an Adobe certified video editor & producer. Ian's Website Ian's Facebook page @ianbrannan_ on Instagram @ianbrannan on Twitter Resources:Check out our sponsor Voxbox - the portable, foldable, storable audio...

Short trailer for Episode 98 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by Voxbox featuring Samantha Boffin, Mark Ryes and Ian Brannan.Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin Check out our sponsor Voxbox - the portable, foldable, storable audio booth.https://www.voxbox.studio/Now you can get 10% off a Voxbox by using the code HDYST24

In episode 97 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by Voxbox, Jonathan Kydd joins Sam and Mark to talk about creating characters, a beloved little bear with a marmalade sandwich, and what to do with a list!Our VO question this week is all about how the industry has changed, and what you definitely should do when you're in a live session!Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.ukScript 1Let's start by accepting and highlighting three basic, concrete, and absolutely undeniable premises: 1. Everyone, without exception, has felt fear at some point in the past. 2. Everyone, without exception, continues to feel fear, often and on many occasions, in the present. 3. Everyone, without exception, will continue to feel fear in the future. All human beings (in fact, all living beings) feel fear. Fear is absolutely necessary. Repeat after me: Fear is absolutely necessary. Script 2PADDINGTONEr, hello. I'm Paddington, Mr Curry's neighbour. He isn't here right now. And, uh…BILL(can't believe their luck)The house is empty? Why, Fred, it's perfect!FREDPerfectly bad luck, you mean.(to Paddington)We're Mr Curry's distant cousins. We're paying him a visit.PADDINGTONOh, what a relief! Uh… I mean how nice, do come in.This is the sitting room.Here.I'll go and make some tea. You sit down and make yourselves comfortable.**Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!"About our guest: Jonathan Kydd has been voicing since 1986. He's done over twenty thousand ads, corporates, documentaries, video games and animations. He played Hagrid in all the Harry Potter games, played Paddington in 79 Episodes of Paddington Bear, was the voice of L'Oreal for seven years, and the voice behind the iconic Fererro Rocher Ambassador ad!Jonathan's worked for the BBC, Pepsi, Shake n Vac, the Guardian, ... the list of blue chip clients goes on and on... He's voiced hundreds of documentaries including 8 series of Airport Security and lots of dinosaur and shark specials for Nat Geo. He's been the voice of quite a few inanimate objects, and also hosts a podcast about football! Jonathan's WebsiteResources:Check out our sponsor Voxbox - the portable, foldable, storable audio booth.https://www.voxbox.studio/ Now you can get 10% off a Voxbox by using the code HDYST24Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing!

Short trailer for Episode 97 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by Voxbox featuring Samantha Boffin, Mark Ryes and Jonathan Kydd.Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin Check out our sponsor Voxbox - the portable, foldable, storable audio booth.https://www.voxbox.studio/Now you can get 10% off a Voxbox by using the code HDYST24

In episode 96 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by Voxbox, Chris Woodworth joins Sam and Mark to talk about whether cyber security needs to be serious, and we have fun creating Christmas characters like Pogo the Elf!Our VO question this week is all about what you do and don't need to worry about when it comes to promoting yourself on social media!Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.ukScript 1So, your boss has given you the go-ahead to work from home. Awesome!But moving from a secure office environment to your cosy home office isn't as simple as just logging onto your home WiFi. If you receive an unexpected email from your colleague, it might not actually be a colleague on the other end. When in doubt, call or verify via text and report any suspicious messages to your IT security team.Don't ever click on links like these. Rather bookmark the sites you frequently visit.You are our strongest line of defence so remember to be super vigilant.Script 2It's that time of year again and we gotta get “you know who” ready for his global trip.Hi, I'm Pogo the Elf, and I oversee the production and packaging of all of the Christmas presents. Yeah…of course the big guy has the last say, but I'm the one he comes to for the inventory.Anyway, I've been given a very special assignment this year. That's to organise this year's Company Christmas Party. There'll be a bouncy castle, games and a fancy dress contest for all the kids. Not to mention even BIGGER rides, a bar, and more for the adults….and yes…..a DJ!!!**Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!"About our guest: Chris Woodworth has been called "a swiss army knife of voiceover". Based in Greater Manchester UK, Chris is a voice actor and content creator who has a flair for voicing animated characters and doing impressions. His work ranges from corporate narrations, animation, video games, various dubbing projects and more. Online, Chris is known for his voice acting study videos, where he often works with various voice actors. As he is now represented by several agencies as result of his voiceover skills and social media marketing, this has lead him to teach Social Media workshops, catered specifically to voice actors.Chris's Website @ChrisWood_VO on Twitter Chris's Facebook page @chriswoodworthvo on Instagram Resources:Check out our sponsor Voxbox - the portable, foldable, storable audio booth.https://www.voxbox.studio/ Now you can get 10% off a Voxbox by using the code HDYST24

Short trailer for Episode 96 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by Voxbox featuring Samantha Boffin, Mark Ryes and Chris Woodworth.Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin Check out our sponsor Voxbox - the portable, foldable, storable audio booth.https://www.voxbox.studio/Now you can get 10% off a Voxbox by using the code HDYST24

In episode 95 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by Voxbox, Simon Wells joins Sam and Mark to talk about recording English scripts for a foreign audience learning the language. We meet an angry dad or two, and get a surprise about what a script is really about! We turn anger into joy, have a moment of purring with a cat character, and there's a take on a European mad professor!Our VO question this week is all about whether improvisation informs your reads.Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.ukScript 1Do you dream of flying to the Moon? If so, you should start training for it now! First, you need to have a strong body, so exercise every day and develop healthy living habits. Second, learn about space science and the moon by studying and reading books. Finally, you should also learn how to pilot a spaceship. These steps will help make your dream come true.Script 2Can't you just admit you're not ready to make your own choices? look at yourselves! You ended up on the side of the highway in a camping tent that's missing a pole, you pretty much stole our car, and neither of you have a licence when I last checked, and you had sex - the one rule we had while living under our roof you were not allowed, the one rule. You broke it. This is not good decision making.**Please like and subscribe to the podcast. Listen to all of our episodes here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!"About our guest: Simon Wells is a London based voiceover, specialising in corporate work and e-learning, with the occasional character voice thrown in for fun. He had an unusual journey into voiceover, having left his previous job as a postie, after a back injury. His dream is to get into animation and gaming, as character voices are what he loves most. He's a podcaster too, and runs FACTORALY, in which he and fellow VO Bruce Fielding chat about fun facts and useless information around a different subject each week. Simon loves exploring London, seeing live music and doing improv. Simon's Website Simon's Facebook page Listen to the Factoraly podcast here: https://www.factoraly.com/Resources:Check out our sponsor Voxbox - the portable, foldable, storable audio booth.https://www.voxbox.studio/ Now you can get 10% off a Voxbox by using the code HDYST24Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing!Mark's demos & contact details:

Short trailer for Episode 95 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by Voxbox featuring Samantha Boffin, Mark Ryes and Simon Wells.Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin Check out our sponsor Voxbox - the portable, foldable, storable audio booth.https://www.voxbox.studio/Now you can get 10% off a Voxbox by using the code HDYST24

In episode 94 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by Voxbox, Chris Tester joins Sam and Mark to talk about making a stand in a directed voice session, how visualisation can put you in just the right creative space, and how to turn a wordy commercial into something more Shakespearian.Our VO question this week is all about how to market the voiceover genres you want to excel in, without becoming a jack-of-all-trades!Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.ukScript 1My freedive in the kelp is at summer's end when the water is still balmy from a season of sunshine. The kelp look shabby, abraded and overgrown, signs of imminent change and a shift towards autumn underwater. An invisible pulse of energy sweeps the ragged fronds one way, bending and flexing the stipes, then hauls them back the other. They flutter and billow in the flow like drapes in a blustering wind, as the surge pours through and over them. In heavy seas, this is where their strength lies. No oak, pine or redwood tree could survive such ferocity on land. Script 2I get that you're upset. I'm not doing it on purpose.Look, Monday night was just a few with the lads after 5 a side.Tuesday, that was that works thing I told you about, ages ago.Wednesday, we went out, and then last night was just a couple infront of the telly.I know you think I've got a problem, but I can stop whenever I want.I don't need it. It relaxes me. It's how I unwind.What? This? It's the end of the week.**Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!"About our guest: Chris Tester graduated from Warwick Uni in 2003, then Central drama school in 2008. He spent 12 years doing mainly stage work while VO slowly crept into view, before it became his main job from around 2017. He comes from a family of teachers.He's been in Total War: Warhammer II, Unsinkable and Lego Marvel Superheroes 2, he's also an experienced audiobook narrator and - after being nominated 22 times in various voiceover categories at various awards ceremonies – Chris won Male Voiceover of the Year 2024 at this year's VOX awards! Christopher's Website @chrisnaturallyrp on Instagram @CGTester on Twitter Christopher on YouTube Resources:Check out our sponsor Voxbox - the portable, foldable, storable audio booth.https://www.voxbox.studio/ Now you can get 10% off a Voxbox by using the code HDYST24Click...

Short trailer for Episode 94 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by Voxbox featuring Samantha Boffin, Mark Ryes and Chris Tester.Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin Check out our sponsor Voxbox - the portable, foldable, storable audio booth.https://www.voxbox.studio/Now you can get 10% off a Voxbox by using the code HDYST24

In episode 93 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by Voxbox, John Last joins Sam and Mark to talk about changing styles in continuity, how writing your own material has pros and cons, the speed of sports commentators - and in this show between Halloween and Bonfire Night we create some unholy wildcards.Our VO question this week is all about our favourite areas of voiceover - and why we like them so much!Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.ukScript 1Let's see if Elizabeth Smith can turn it on here in this final , it's the gold medal that is up for grabs, the women's 100m fly S9, Smith is being closed down now, Spain, watch Gascon, she's got an incredible finish - is she finally going to take this gold she desires? But Ju looks to be going for it in lane four! Ju against Gascon, Smith trying to hang on, Konkoly making a mad dash - who will claim it at the wall?!”Script 2Ladies, Gentlemen and everyone in between. Welcome to a weekend of delightful delectations. A weekend designed to thrill, titillate and make your hair stand on end. Oh no, this is no ordinary weekend, this is the Classic Horror Weekend and it starts with a classic movie, the first sound production of Bram Stoker's novel and the adaptation which inspired many others. Bella Lugosi is Dracula next on Horror. Boo!**Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!"About our guest: John Last is an actor, voiceover and writer who has recently narrated World's Greatest Inventions on Channel 5 and also commercials for TalkTalk's 'Future Fibre' campaign. He has also provided character voices for Audible's radio play version of Assassin's Creed, alongside Riz Ahmed and narrated the Nick Paris series of audiobooks by Andy Redsmith. He features regularly in the horror comedy podcast, Ramon Fear's Terror Tapes which has just been nominated for 5 Independent Podcast Awards.Though, John's cheeky voice is most recognisable from his 20 year stint as a Continuity Announcer, working across the board for various channels ranging from ITV, Channel 5, Channel 4, Discovery and currently Legend (formerly known as Horror).John is a four time nominated voiceover for the ONE VOICE AWARDS being nominated for DOCUMENTARY BEST PERFORMANCE and BEST OVERALL CONTINUITY PERFORMANCE 3 times. JOHN's Website @johnlast on Instagram @johnlastactor on Twitter JOHN on YouTube Resources:Check out our sponsor Voxbox - the portable, foldable, storable audio booth.https://www.voxbox.studio/ Now you can get 10% off a Voxbox by using the code HDYST24