Podcast appearances and mentions of Joan Baker

This week, Sarah and Jess honour the fearless Joan Baker, the first out HIV positive lesbian in San Francisco. Diagnosed at just 20, Joan shattered silence with truth, activism, and unapologetic visibility. She challenged a system that told her she didn't exist, and in doing so, changed the narrative for women, lesbians, and anyone pushed to the margins. It's a story of resilience, rebellion, and rewriting the rules.SourcesMeet Joan Baker, San Francisco's first “out” HIV+ lesbian — Lady Science Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SOVAS founders Joan Baker and Rudy Gaskins join Mike and Emma and discuss the "That's Voiceover! Career Expo", The Voice Arts Awards, and share some powerful thoughts on diversity and inclusion in casting and beyond!

(VIDEO PODCAST)   Everything about Medical Narration from Debbie Irwin!! Sign up for our show takeaways, resources, and drink recipes before episodes air here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.speechlessvo.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ EPISODE SPONSORS & AFFILIATE LINKS:  Please visit our sponsors! ⁠⁠⁠⁠STUDIOBRICKS⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Center Cam⁠⁠⁠⁠ (15% discount when you use this link!) RESOURCES mentioned in this episode: ⁠Joan Baker & Rudy Gaskins of SOVAS Hugh P. Klitzke VONow.com Debbie@DebbieIrwin.com https://debbieirwin.com/specialties/medical-narration-coaching/ CONTACT INFO: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast Home⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: SpeechlessVO@gmail.com PRODUCTION CREDITS: Music: Rick Wilson Editing: Hamza Latif Written and Produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Kim Wilson⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Natasha Marchewka⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Natasha and Kim are both in ⁠⁠⁠⁠StudioBricks⁠⁠⁠⁠ booths and are using ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Center Cam⁠⁠⁠⁠ everyday.

We are celebrating 3 years of Ultrasafe Ultrasounds with the hottest tea of the year!!! We are in full celebration mode and with that we are going to do what we do best which is we continue to work hard and tell the truth. We find that those that are on the unforgiving side of the truth attack when they feel threatened. You have heard of David and Goliath, right? Well this story is Joanna Hall vs. Bully Joan Baker and Tricia Turner, whoever that is, and Ultrasafe Ultrasounds vs. The Inteleos Corporation. How did this happen and where is USUS on this 3rd official year of establishment? We have so many great updates and cannot wait for your feedback as you enjoy the first episode of Sonographers spill the tea in 2023. For staffing, safety, or speaking services please see the links below and sign the #CaptheCaseLoad Campaign on our website! Official Website: https://www.ultrasafeultrasounds.com/ Facebook Business (orgs): https://www.facebook.com/ultrasafeultrasounds Facebook Workforce/Students: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sonographersspillthetea/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ultrasafe_ultrasounds/ Youtube: @ultrasafeultrasounds Anchor/Podcast: https://www.anchor.fm/sonographersspillthetea LinkedIn: Joanna https://www.linkedin.com/in/joanna-hall-rdms-rvt LinkedIn Company: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ultrasafe-ultrasound-diagnostic-services-llc/ General Business Hashtags: #ultrasafeultrasounds #safetyinsonography  #ergomechanics #STR #teamsono #safety #staffing #ultrasound #certification #WRMSD #ultrasound #training #infectioncontrol #injuryprevention #staffinginsonography #sonographershoulder #motivation #sonographer #spillthetea #recruitment #staffing #sonography #sonographers --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sonographersspillthetea/support

In Chasing Picasso: A True Story of A Daytime Heist on Art Hill, author C. Joan Baker unveils the mysterious history and disappearance of a small Picasso painting from the Saint Louis Art Museum in 1973. The 1906 Rose Period oil painting has not been seen since it disappeared in a clandestine daytime theft and the heist would have been forgotten altogether if it weren't perhaps for the one curious author, C. Joan Baker who we interview in this edition. She hopes her book will lead to the return of the Picasso painting, nicknamed Nude, to the Saint Louis Art Museum.[02:05] Interview with C. Joan Baker - Part I[16:23] Dred Scott Stamp Information[17:26] Saint Louis In Tune Update[16:12] Interview with C. Joan Baker - Part II[42:24] Information on Saint Louis In Tune[43:54] Dred Scott Heritage Foundation [45:24] Synthesizer[46:08] More on the book[46:38] Funny[56:04] Word of the DayThis is Season 6! For more episodes, go to stlintune.com#cjoanbaker #picasso #slam #artheist #stolenart #fbistolenart

A new book released this week tells a story most people in St. Louis have never heard. In 1973, a Picasso was stolen from the St. Louis Art Museum in broad daylight. It's never been seen since. The Author of Chasing Picasso is C. Joan Baker and Scott Jagow caught up with her to talk about it.

This weekly Audio Description Network Alliance series interviews your favorite audio description professionals for movies, series, and more.

Debbe Hirata is constantly surprised by her success in the VO business.  That makes her appreciate where she is.  But she hasn't forgotten how she got there.  This is a journey of faith, opportunity, and a love of voiceover.  This one will make you smile and give you hope.  Go ahead, listen.

Go beyond #KnowYourNarrator - this bonus episode from the weekly Audio Description Network Alliance series interviews your favorite decision makers, creators, writers, and influencers for movies and episodic tv.

As they go 'Back Through The Basement' this week, Tom and Julee Antonellis welcome as a Playdate, for a Special-Edition-length episode, inspiring guru, voiceover artist and coach -- VP of Society Of Voice Arts And Sciences -- Joan Baker!  And wow does Joan deliver!  She paints the picture of young Joan, looking into her childhood mirror and declaring "I've gotta be where the action is!" which we quickly learn is at the root of Joan's approach to a self-expressed life.  She shares some of her own collections (who knew the deep history of shell boxes!!) then turns her attention to helping Tom and Julee decide the fate of unearthed toys from their childhood in the Basement.  Join the fun as all three, in Joan's words, "discover, discard, entertain, comprehend, talk loud, learn, have fun, laugh and -- yes -- even cry."  (Tom did; Julee and Joan comforted.)  Now in their forties, Julee and Tom Antonellis are reconnecting as brother and sister in THE MOST distant a socially-distant podcast can be in the United States.  While recording on each coast (and seeing each other over FaceTime) all the way from Los Angeles (Tom) to Boston (Julee), they start unearthing the core lessons, laughs and connections of their childhood.  Plus, Julee has to fight her fear of cobwebs while Tom enjoys the comfort of his office -- yet he CAN'T touch his beloved toys like she can. As their Instagram bio indicates --  @backthroughthebasementpod   -- you can follow them there to see pictures of everything they unearth -- Tom & Julee (actors, comics, voiceover artists & siblings), children of the 80s, must go through all their toys and belongings in their parents' basement. Oh boy!Support the show (http://www.thickskincreations.com/store)

(TSAP S01E06) Throwback time to another Season 1 episode! In 2014, Sam chatted with Joan Baker! Joan is a voice artist, vo coach, & Co-Founder/VP of Society of Voice Arts and Science (SOVAS) & the Voice Arts Awards and more. As you can tell she is a woman of many talents! "They discuss her journey into VO and the challenge of being a POC during that time, her voice over work, her book Secrets of Voiceover Success and great advice!" Edited and restored by Sam Hughes This episode and so much more at: www.thesoundarchitect.co.uk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheSoundArchitect Twitter: @SoundDesignUK Facebook: facebook.com/thesoundarchitect.co.uk Instagram: thesoundarchitectofficial Stay up to date via our Monthly Newsletter as well: www.thesoundarchitect.co.uk/newsletter --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thesoundarchitect/message

Dave Fennoy has been a preeminent voice working in Los Angeles since 1990 and one of the most versatile voices in the industry providing voices for Commercials, Narrations, TV Promos, Award Shows, Animation and Games. Mr. Fennoy is a sought-after VO instructor, and the subject of a chapter in the book “Secrets of Voiceover Success” by Joan Baker.

'Clubhouse' is the hottest and most exclusive app around right now. Jack and Mike discuss their experiences with the app and how Blacks have been the reason it has taken off. Voiceover Queen Joan Baker joins the show to discuss why there are no Black movie trailer voices today, why being bilingual is an advantage, and how POC can break into the business. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Can you believe we're at Episode 38 already!! I was trying to decide whether we should go to 40 or 50 for Season 1! Haha! I ultimately decided on capping the first season at 40 episodes, so just 2 more to go after this one! We will then take a short break and Season 2 will start in January 2021!! My Special Guest today is Bev Standing! Bev is an extremely talented voice actress, a Territory Controller for Canada with “Gravy for the Brain” and she has a great FB group called “#watercooler voiceover chat.” Having spent a number of years in the CBC studios as a production assistant in Radio Drama, Bev has gained the experience that has taught her to respect the importance of professionalism and timing. Add to that nine years in marketing just to round it off. Some of her training includes VoiceWorx, Second City (Toronto), Pirate Radio, Impatient Theatre (Toronto), and the Toronto Academy of Acting. She has also trained with Pat Fraley, Joan Baker, Mary-Lynn Wisner, Cristina Milizia, Tracey Hoyt, Everett Oliver, J.Michael Collins (just to name a few) as well as numerous courses and workshops with such greats as Susan Hart, Kim Hurdon and Jessie Thomson. Bev and I met several years ago. I think it was at one of “Uncle”Roy's BBQ's – but I honestly can't remember anymore!!! I had the chance to take an improv class with Bev at VO North in Toronto in 2019 and it was SUCH a great session. Bev is knowledgeable, funny and so kind. You won't want to miss this great interview! We chat about how she got started in voiceover, her improv experience, successful marketing strategies, goals and more!! For more information about Bev, visit her website at Bev Standing - Voice Talent!Or connect with her on FB, Twitter @BevStanding, Instagram @bevstanding **"Live with Squacky" is mixed and mastered by everybody's favorite voiceover tech, "Uncle" Roy Yokelson of Antland Productions! For more info about Uncle Roy or to contact him, visit his website. *****"Live with Squacky" is sponsored in part by Mid-Atlantic Voiceover, LLC and Antland Productions."For more info about Val Kelly or to contact her, visit her website at Val Kelly VoiceOver. Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

On this episode: Perception = marketing. . . Sole vs LLC. . . Pro invoicing. . . Waveapps. . . And a “VO cameo” by Steve Pearson. Fist bumps to Ed Bishop for his production and voice assistance. Additional vocal credit to my LaVOsanostra brotha Charlie Toro. WHO IS COREY DISSIN? Corey Dissin, The Undisputed Heavyweight Champion of Content and long-time broadcast production executive, is a voice talent authority and social media influencer who has impacted over 100,000 unique voiceover projects over the last 27 years. As the host of The Go Get It Podcast, Corey has gone toe-to-toe with industry pros like Joan Baker, Randy Thomas, Chuck Duran, and many others. He's also been “in the ring,” mixing it up and sharing his brand of common-sense, tough-love and career help as an expert guest on a dozen other podcasts. In addition, Corey mentors voice talent all over the country as a one-on-one marketing coach and is the author of the “5 Steps to Help Achieve the Voiceover D.R.E.A.M.” ebook. Corey's motivational and professional counsel extends outside the bounds of the media industry as well. Whether a CEO or an average Joe, Corey is trusted by many to develop personal brands and unique selling positions, providing grass roots guidance on how to harness the power of social media and discover the amazing benefits of content marketing. Entrepreneurs also look to Corey to help refine sales communications and optimize business infrastructures. As a long-serving head of two national corporations, owner of two others, and founder and president of a 501c3 non-profit, Corey puts his experience and acumen from all three to work for his clients on day one. CONNECT WITH COREY: LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Facebook Youtube

On this episode: Develop your channel. . . Podcast promotion. . . Email announcements. . . The collective push. . . And “VO cameos” by Andrew Montesi and Leo Paul. Fist bumps to Ed Bishop for his production and voice assistance. Additional vocal credit to my LaVOsanostra brotha Charlie Toro. WHO IS COREY DISSIN? Corey Dissin, The Undisputed Heavyweight Champion of Content and long-time broadcast production executive, is a voice talent authority and social media influencer who has impacted over 100,000 unique voiceover projects over the last 27 years. As the host of The Go Get It Podcast, Corey has gone toe-to-toe with industry pros like Joan Baker, Randy Thomas, Chuck Duran, and many others. He's also been “in the ring,” mixing it up and sharing his brand of common-sense, tough-love and career help as an expert guest on a dozen other podcasts. In addition, Corey mentors voice talent all over the country as a one-on-one marketing coach and is the author of the “5 Steps to Help Achieve the Voiceover D.R.E.A.M.” ebook. Corey's motivational and professional counsel extends outside the bounds of the media industry as well. Whether a CEO or an average Joe, Corey is trusted by many to develop personal brands and unique selling positions, providing grass roots guidance on how to harness the power of social media and discover the amazing benefits of content marketing. Entrepreneurs also look to Corey to help refine sales communications and optimize business infrastructures. As a long-serving head of two national corporations, owner of two others, and founder and president of a 501c3 non-profit, Corey puts his experience and acumen from all three to work for his clients on day one. CONNECT WITH COREY: LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Facebook Youtube

On this episode: Emails too long. . . Compelling subject lines. . . Delivery options. . . Stop being so formal. . . And a “VO cameo” by Nessa Lobos! Fist bumps to Ed Bishop for his production and voice assistance. Additional vocal credit to my LaVOsanostra brotha Charlie Toro. WHO IS COREY DISSIN? Corey Dissin, The Undisputed Heavyweight Champion of Content and long-time broadcast production executive, is a voice talent authority and social media influencer who has impacted over 100,000 unique voiceover projects over the last 27 years. As the host of The Go Get It Podcast, Corey has gone toe-to-toe with industry pros like Joan Baker, Randy Thomas, Chuck Duran, and many others. He's also been “in the ring,” mixing it up and sharing his brand of common-sense, tough-love and career help as an expert guest on a dozen other podcasts. In addition, Corey mentors voice talent all over the country as a one-on-one marketing coach and is the author of the “5 Steps to Help Achieve the Voiceover D.R.E.A.M.” ebook. Corey's motivational and professional counsel extends outside the bounds of the media industry as well. Whether a CEO or an average Joe, Corey is trusted by many to develop personal brands and unique selling positions, providing grass roots guidance on how to harness the power of social media and discover the amazing benefits of content marketing. Entrepreneurs also look to Corey to help refine sales communications and optimize business infrastructures. As a long-serving head of two national corporations, owner of two others, and founder and president of a 501c3 non-profit, Corey puts his experience and acumen from all three to work for his clients on day one. CONNECT WITH COREY: LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Facebook Youtube

On this episode: 99 no's. . . Consistent action. . . Texting. . . 3 types of emails. . . And a “VO cameo” by Matt James! Fist bumps to Ed Bishop for his production and voice assistance. Additional vocal credit to my LaVOsanostra brotha Charlie Toro. WHO IS COREY DISSIN? Corey Dissin, The Undisputed Heavyweight Champion of Content and long-time broadcast production executive, is a voice talent authority and social media influencer who has impacted over 100,000 unique voiceover projects over the last 27 years. As the host of The Go Get It Podcast, Corey has gone toe-to-toe with industry pros like Joan Baker, Randy Thomas, Chuck Duran, and many others. He's also been “in the ring,” mixing it up and sharing his brand of common-sense, tough-love and career help as an expert guest on a dozen other podcasts. In addition, Corey mentors voice talent all over the country as a one-on-one marketing coach and is the author of the “5 Steps to Help Achieve the Voiceover D.R.E.A.M.” ebook. Corey's motivational and professional counsel extends outside the bounds of the media industry as well. Whether a CEO or an average Joe, Corey is trusted by many to develop personal brands and unique selling positions, providing grass roots guidance on how to harness the power of social media and discover the amazing benefits of content marketing. Entrepreneurs also look to Corey to help refine sales communications and optimize business infrastructures. As a long-serving head of two national corporations, owner of two others, and founder and president of a 501c3 non-profit, Corey puts his experience and acumen from all three to work for his clients on day one. CONNECT WITH COREY: LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Facebook Youtube

On this episode: Virtual eye contact. . . Video shooting tools. . . Camera mounts. . . Get horizontal. . . And a “VO cameo” by Joel Haberli! Fist bumps to Ed Bishop for his production and voice assistance. Additional vocal credit to my LaVOsanostra brotha Charlie Toro. WHO IS COREY DISSIN? Corey Dissin, The Undisputed Heavyweight Champion of Content and long-time broadcast production executive, is a voice talent authority and social media influencer who has impacted over 100,000 unique voiceover projects over the last 27 years. As the host of The Go Get It Podcast, Corey has gone toe-to-toe with industry pros like Joan Baker, Randy Thomas, Chuck Duran, and many others. He's also been “in the ring,” mixing it up and sharing his brand of common-sense, tough-love and career help as an expert guest on a dozen other podcasts. In addition, Corey mentors voice talent all over the country as a one-on-one marketing coach and is the author of the “5 Steps to Help Achieve the Voiceover D.R.E.A.M.” ebook. Corey's motivational and professional counsel extends outside the bounds of the media industry as well. Whether a CEO or an average Joe, Corey is trusted by many to develop personal brands and unique selling positions, providing grass roots guidance on how to harness the power of social media and discover the amazing benefits of content marketing. Entrepreneurs also look to Corey to help refine sales communications and optimize business infrastructures. As a long-serving head of two national corporations, owner of two others, and founder and president of a 501c3 non-profit, Corey puts his experience and acumen from all three to work for his clients on day one. CONNECT WITH COREY: LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Facebook Youtube

On this episode: 5 above the scroll. . . Mobile-first. . . Your availability . . . SE-Oh-NO. . . And a “VO cameo” by Antonio Greco! Fist bumps to Ed Bishop for his production and voice assistance. Additional vocal credit to my LaVOsanostra brotha Charlie Toro. WHO IS COREY DISSIN? Corey Dissin, The Undisputed Heavyweight Champion of Content and long-time broadcast production executive, is a voice talent authority and social media influencer who has impacted over 100,000 unique voiceover projects over the last 27 years. As the host of The Go Get It Podcast, Corey has gone toe-to-toe with industry pros like Joan Baker, Randy Thomas, Chuck Duran, and many others. He's also been “in the ring,” mixing it up and sharing his brand of common-sense, tough-love and career help as an expert guest on a dozen other podcasts. In addition, Corey mentors voice talent all over the country as a one-on-one marketing coach and is the author of the “5 Steps to Help Achieve the Voiceover D.R.E.A.M.” ebook. Corey's motivational and professional counsel extends outside the bounds of the media industry as well. Whether a CEO or an average Joe, Corey is trusted by many to develop personal brands and unique selling positions, providing grass roots guidance on how to harness the power of social media and discover the amazing benefits of content marketing. Entrepreneurs also look to Corey to help refine sales communications and optimize business infrastructures. As a long-serving head of two national corporations, owner of two others, and founder and president of a 501c3 non-profit, Corey puts his experience and acumen from all three to work for his clients on day one. CONNECT WITH COREY: LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Facebook Youtube

On this episode: Graphic design skills. . . Getting reps. . . The #1 branding mistake . . . Proposals. . . And a “VO cameo” by Mark Gardner! Fist bumps to Ed Bishop for his production and voice assistance. Additional vocal credit to my LaVOsanostra brotha Charlie Toro. WHO IS COREY DISSIN? Corey Dissin, The Undisputed Heavyweight Champion of Content and long-time broadcast production executive, is a voice talent authority and social media influencer who has impacted over 100,000 unique voiceover projects over the last 27 years. As the host of The Go Get It Podcast, Corey has gone toe-to-toe with industry pros like Joan Baker, Randy Thomas, Chuck Duran, and many others. He's also been “in the ring,” mixing it up and sharing his brand of common-sense, tough-love and career help as an expert guest on a dozen other podcasts. In addition, Corey mentors voice talent all over the country as a one-on-one marketing coach and is the author of the “5 Steps to Help Achieve the Voiceover D.R.E.A.M.” ebook. Corey's motivational and professional counsel extends outside the bounds of the media industry as well. Whether a CEO or an average Joe, Corey is trusted by many to develop personal brands and unique selling positions, providing grass roots guidance on how to harness the power of social media and discover the amazing benefits of content marketing. Entrepreneurs also look to Corey to help refine sales communications and optimize business infrastructures. As a long-serving head of two national corporations, owner of two others, and founder and president of a 501c3 non-profit, Corey puts his experience and acumen from all three to work for his clients on day one. CONNECT WITH COREY: LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Facebook Youtube

On this episode: Consumption habits. . . Be ever- present. . . Brand lexicons . . . Discounts? Re-using posts. . . And a “VO cameo” by Jimi Celeste! Fist bumps to Ed Bishop for his production and voice assistance. Additional vocal credit to my LaVOsanostra brotha Charlie Toro. WHO IS COREY DISSIN? Corey Dissin, The Undisputed Heavyweight Champion of Content and long-time broadcast production executive, is a voice talent authority and social media influencer who has impacted over 100,000 unique voiceover projects over the last 27 years. As the host of The Go Get It Podcast, Corey has gone toe-to-toe with industry pros like Joan Baker, Randy Thomas, Chuck Duran, and many others. He's also been “in the ring,” mixing it up and sharing his brand of common-sense, tough-love and career help as an expert guest on a dozen other podcasts. In addition, Corey mentors voice talent all over the country as a one-on-one marketing coach and is the author of the “5 Steps to Help Achieve the Voiceover D.R.E.A.M.” ebook. Corey's motivational and professional counsel extends outside the bounds of the media industry as well. Whether a CEO or an average Joe, Corey is trusted by many to develop personal brands and unique selling positions, providing grass roots guidance on how to harness the power of social media and discover the amazing benefits of content marketing. Entrepreneurs also look to Corey to help refine sales communications and optimize business infrastructures. As a long-serving head of two national corporations, owner of two others, and founder and president of a 501c3 non-profit, Corey puts his experience and acumen from all three to work for his clients on day one. CONNECT WITH COREY: LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Facebook Youtube

On this episode: Podcast monologue or interview? Speak vs read. . . Recording apps . . . Hosting & distribution. . . Anchor.fm. . . And a “VO cameo” by Larry Mauro! Fist bumps to Ed Bishop for his production and voice assistance. Additional vocal credit to my LaVOsanostra brotha Charlie Toro. WHO IS COREY DISSIN? Corey Dissin, The Undisputed Heavyweight Champion of Content and long-time broadcast production executive, is a voice talent authority and social media influencer who has impacted over 100,000 unique voiceover projects over the last 27 years. As the host of The Go Get It Podcast, Corey has gone toe-to-toe with industry pros like Joan Baker, Randy Thomas, Chuck Duran, and many others. He's also been “in the ring,” mixing it up and sharing his brand of common-sense, tough-love and career help as an expert guest on a dozen other podcasts. In addition, Corey mentors voice talent all over the country as a one-on-one marketing coach and is the author of the “5 Steps to Help Achieve the Voiceover D.R.E.A.M.” ebook. Corey's motivational and professional counsel extends outside the bounds of the media industry as well. Whether a CEO or an average Joe, Corey is trusted by many to develop personal brands and unique selling positions, providing grass roots guidance on how to harness the power of social media and discover the amazing benefits of content marketing. Entrepreneurs also look to Corey to help refine sales communications and optimize business infrastructures. As a long-serving head of two national corporations, owner of two others, and founder and president of a 501c3 non-profit, Corey puts his experience and acumen from all three to work for his clients on day one. CONNECT WITH COREY: LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Facebook Youtube

On this episode: Pick a fight. . . Fishing vs hunting. . . Conquering fear . . . 99 enemies. . . And a “VO cameo” by Lance Huff! Fist bumps to Ed Bishop for his production and voice assistance. Additional vocal credit to my LaVOsanostra brotha Charlie Toro. WHO IS COREY DISSIN? Corey Dissin, The Undisputed Heavyweight Champion of Content and long-time broadcast production executive, is a voice talent authority and social media influencer who has impacted over 100,000 unique voiceover projects over the last 27 years. As the host of The Go Get It Podcast, Corey has gone toe-to-toe with industry pros like Joan Baker, Randy Thomas, Chuck Duran, and many others. He's also been “in the ring,” mixing it up and sharing his brand of common-sense, tough-love and career help as an expert guest on a dozen other podcasts. In addition, Corey mentors voice talent all over the country as a one-on-one marketing coach and is the author of the “5 Steps to Help Achieve the Voiceover D.R.E.A.M.” ebook. Corey's motivational and professional counsel extends outside the bounds of the media industry as well. Whether a CEO or an average Joe, Corey is trusted by many to develop personal brands and unique selling positions, providing grass roots guidance on how to harness the power of social media and discover the amazing benefits of content marketing. Entrepreneurs also look to Corey to help refine sales communications and optimize business infrastructures. As a long-serving head of two national corporations, owner of two others, and founder and president of a 501c3 non-profit, Corey puts his experience and acumen from all three to work for his clients on day one. CONNECT WITH COREY: LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Facebook AllSocial Youtube

On this episode: Video editing apps. . . Clean up your clips. . . Logo overlays. . . Social specs. . . Instagram options. . . . And a “VO cameo” by David Hinojosa! Fist bumps to Ed Bishop for his production and voice assistance. Additional vocal credit to my LaVOsanostra brotha Charlie Toro. WHO IS COREY DISSIN? Corey Dissin, The Undisputed Heavyweight Champion of Content and long-time broadcast production executive, is a voice talent authority and social media influencer who has impacted over 100,000 unique voiceover projects over the last 27 years. As the host of The Go Get It Podcast, Corey has gone toe-to-toe with industry pros like Joan Baker, Randy Thomas, Chuck Duran, and many others. He's also been “in the ring,” mixing it up and sharing his brand of common-sense, tough-love and career help as an expert guest on a dozen other podcasts. In addition, Corey mentors voice talent all over the country as a one-on-one marketing coach and is the author of the “5 Steps to Help Achieve the Voiceover D.R.E.A.M.” ebook. Corey's motivational and professional counsel extends outside the bounds of the media industry as well. Whether a CEO or an average Joe, Corey is trusted by many to develop personal brands and unique selling positions, providing grass roots guidance on how to harness the power of social media and discover the amazing benefits of content marketing. Entrepreneurs also look to Corey to help refine sales communications and optimize business infrastructures. As a long-serving head of two national corporations, owner of two others, and founder and president of a 501c3 non-profit, Corey puts his experience and acumen from all three to work for his clients on day one. CONNECT WITH COREY: LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Facebook AllSocial Youtube

On this episode: First name basis. . . Write like you talk. . . Do your homework. . . Stop attaching files. . . Emojis on subject lines. . . . And a “VO cameo” by John Malone! Fist bumps to Ed Bishop for his production and voice assistance. Additional vocal credit to my LaVOsanostra brotha Charlie Toro. WHO IS COREY DISSIN? Corey Dissin, The Undisputed Heavyweight Champion of Content and long-time broadcast production executive, is a voice talent authority and social media influencer who has impacted over 100,000 unique voiceover projects over the last 27 years. As the host of The Go Get It Podcast, Corey has gone toe-to-toe with industry pros like Joan Baker, Randy Thomas, Chuck Duran, and many others. He's also been “in the ring,” mixing it up and sharing his brand of common-sense, tough-love and career help as an expert guest on a dozen other podcasts. In addition, Corey mentors voice talent all over the country as a one-on-one marketing coach and is the author of the “5 Steps to Help Achieve the Voiceover D.R.E.A.M.” ebook. Corey's motivational and professional counsel extends outside the bounds of the media industry as well. Whether a CEO or an average Joe, Corey is trusted by many to develop personal brands and unique selling positions, providing grass roots guidance on how to harness the power of social media and discover the amazing benefits of content marketing. Entrepreneurs also look to Corey to help refine sales communications and optimize business infrastructures. As a long-serving head of two national corporations, owner of two others, and founder and president of a 501c3 non-profit, Corey puts his experience and acumen from all three to work for his clients on day one. CONNECT WITH COREY: LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Facebook AllSocial Youtube

On this episode: Websites to be a legit voiceover business. . . Freelance designer options. . . Secondary items below the scroll. . . Google searches for voice talent. . . Instragram stories as rebroadcasting. . . . And a “VO cameo” by Shane Graham! LINK IS IN THE COMMENTS. Fist bumps to Ed Bishop for his production and voice assistance. Additional vocal credit to my LaVOsanostra brotha Charlie Toro. WHO IS COREY DISSIN? Corey Dissin, The Undisputed Heavyweight Champion of Content and long-time broadcast production executive, is a voice talent authority and social media influencer who has impacted over 100,000 unique voiceover projects over the last 27 years. As the host of The Go Get It Podcast, Corey has gone toe-to-toe with industry pros like Joan Baker, Randy Thomas, Chuck Duran, and many others. He's also been “in the ring,” mixing it up and sharing his brand of common-sense, tough-love and career help as an expert guest on a dozen other podcasts. In addition, Corey mentors voice talent all over the country as a one-on-one marketing coach and is the author of the “5 Steps to Help Achieve the Voiceover D.R.E.A.M.” ebook. Corey's motivational and professional counsel extends outside the bounds of the media industry as well. Whether a CEO or an average Joe, Corey is trusted by many to develop personal brands and unique selling positions, providing grass roots guidance on how to harness the power of social media and discover the amazing benefits of content marketing. Entrepreneurs also look to Corey to help refine sales communications and optimize business infrastructures. As a long-serving head of two national corporations, owner of two others, and founder and president of a 501c3 non-profit, Corey puts his experience and acumen from all three to work for his clients on day one. CONNECT WITH COREY: LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Facebook AllSocial Youtube

On this episode: Posting volume to be ever-present. . . Social media platforms as syndication channels. . . IG vs IGTV. . . 7 places for each post. . . Instagram stories as rebroadcasting. . . . And a “VO cameo” by Mike Christensen! Fist bumps to Ed Bishop for his production and voice assistance. Additional vocal credit to my LaVOsanostra brotha Charlie Toro. WHO IS COREY DISSIN? Corey Dissin, The Undisputed Heavyweight Champion of Content and long-time broadcast production executive, is a voice talent authority and social media influencer who has impacted over 100,000 unique voiceover projects over the last 27 years. As the host of The Go Get It Podcast, Corey has gone toe-to-toe with industry pros like Joan Baker, Randy Thomas, Chuck Duran, and many others. He's also been “in the ring,” mixing it up and sharing his brand of common-sense, tough-love and career help as an expert guest on a dozen other podcasts. In addition, Corey mentors voice talent all over the country as a one-on-one marketing coach and is the author of the “5 Steps to Help Achieve the Voiceover D.R.E.A.M.” ebook. Corey's motivational and professional counsel extends outside the bounds of the media industry as well. Whether a CEO or an average Joe, Corey is trusted by many to develop personal brands and unique selling positions, providing grass roots guidance on how to harness the power of social media and discover the amazing benefits of content marketing. Entrepreneurs also look to Corey to help refine sales communications and optimize business infrastructures. As a long-serving head of two national corporations, owner of two others, and founder and president of a 501c3 non-profit, Corey puts his experience and acumen from all three to work for his clients on day one. CONNECT WITH COREY: LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Facebook AllSocial Youtube

On this episode: Be MORE than an entrepreneur. . . Be legit BEFORE someone hears you. . . USP's and your own flavor. . . The know, like, and trust factor. . . Differentiators vs prerequisites. . . Videos of audio demos. . . And a “VO cameo” by John Duffin! Fist bumps to Ed Bishop for his production and voice assistance. Additional vocal credit to my LaVOsanostra brotha Charlie Toro. WHO IS COREY DISSIN? Corey Dissin, The Undisputed Heavyweight Champion of Content and long-time broadcast production executive, is a voice talent authority and social media influencer who has impacted over 100,000 unique voiceover projects over the last 27 years. As the host of The Go Get It Podcast, Corey has gone toe-to-toe with industry pros like Joan Baker, Randy Thomas, Chuck Duran, and many others. He's also been “in the ring,” mixing it up and sharing his brand of common-sense, tough-love and career help as an expert guest on a dozen other podcasts. In addition, Corey mentors voice talent all over the country as a one-on-one marketing coach and is the author of the “5 Steps to Help Achieve the Voiceover D.R.E.A.M.” ebook. Corey's motivational and professional counsel extends outside the bounds of the media industry as well. Whether a CEO or an average Joe, Corey is trusted by many to develop personal brands and unique selling positions, providing grass roots guidance on how to harness the power of social media and discover the amazing benefits of content marketing. Entrepreneurs also look to Corey to help refine sales communications and optimize business infrastructures. As a long-serving head of two national corporations, owner of two others, and founder and president of a 501c3 non-profit, Corey puts his experience and acumen from all three to work for his clients on day one. CONNECT WITH COREY: LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Facebook AllSocial Youtube

Joan Baker and Rudy Gaskins, Founders of the Society of the Voice Arts and Science Award Show and That’s Voiceover Career Expo, join us on EP176! Joan and Rudy break it down for us about the journey they have been on, answer your burning questions about the voice over industry, how they continue to bring … Continue reading EP176 Joan Baker & Rudy Gaskins: SOVAS Awards →

Happy Thursday, and Happy Halloween friends! This week, I'm chatting with THE voiceover power couple - Joan Baker and Rudy Gaskins. They both have enormous passion for what they do, as well as a genuine desire to help the voiceover community. Listen in as we chat about the location of their office, how they started their career and their conference "That's Voiceover". New episodes of VO Stories, every Thursday.

Bombshell Radio Jazzamatazz Double Header Today 1pm-3pm EST 7pm -9pm BST 10am-12pm PDT bombshellradio.com Today's Bombshell (Bombshell Radio)23 classic funky, soulful, feelgood dancefloor soul & uptempo Rhythm & Blues floorfillers. Soul Stompers vol.27 (formerly KTF Flowing). Northern Soul & mod favourites.northernsoul, #soul, #r&b ,#funk, #oldies, #classics1 Stop! In The Name of Love The Supremes 2 One Way Ticket Tyrone Davis 3 I Must Love You Melvin Davis 4 Didn't Say A Word Patti Austin 5 Stop Hurting Me Baby Purple Mundi 6 Wrapped,Tied & Tangled Lavern Baker 7 Light My Fire Erma Franklin 8 Just Ain't No Love Barbara Acklin 9 Whats The Matter With You Baby Marvin Gaye & Mary Wells 10 Don't Tear Me Down Charlie Rich 11 Turn Back The Hands Of Time Tyrone Davis 12 Hey Girl Jimmy James & The Vagabonds 13 Everybody's Talkin' Joan Baker 14 Find Me Somebody Bobby Womack 15 Send Me A Sign Precisions 16 Strange Neighborhood The Imaginations 17 In The Twilight Zone The Astors 18 I Don't Wanna Lose You Jackie Wilson 19 I'd Think It Over Twice Sam Fletcher 20 Can We Share It Rick Sheppard 21 Watch Out Boy Orthea Barnes 22 Am I Cold Am I Hot Bill Harris 23 Someone Elses Turn Pat Clayton

Joan Baker is a voice-over artist, teacher and coach. She is also the author of Secrets of Voice-Over Success. And along with her husband, Rudy Gaskins, she is the co-founder of the Society of Voice Arts and Sciences. SOVAS is a non-profit organization created to enhance opportunities for gainful employment across all aspects of the voice-over industry and its related fields. Learn more about Joan and SOVAS. Learn more about The Passionistas Project. Listen to Joan's Bonus Material: BONUS: Joan Baker on the challenges of doing voice over BONUS: Joan Baker on almost introducing Obama BONUS: Joan Baker the Voice Arts Awards and That's Voice Over BONUS: Joan Baker on her mantras BONUS: Joan Baker on Josephine Baker BONUS: Joan Baker on her pop culture icons

Only the wrong survive!  Wtf happened?  • Bill Maher Stan Lee Blog post • Religious missionary island hopper.  • Amazon gentrification. White people getting the origins of Queen Latifah and Run DMC wrong. • Deadspin: Harvard Touchdown Called Back After Running Back Flipped Yale's Defense The Bird. • https://deadspin.com/harvard-touchdown-called-back-after-running-back-flippe-1830515819 • Kim Porter dying. Cassie comfort. Mase still alive. • Social Media background check on gun purchases. Wtf did ! Hear? Jill Scott vs Karen O deep throat Metro Boomin Not all heroes where capes. Delta - Mumford and sons (Philly Joey) Torey Lanez vs Joyner Lucas Love me now -Torey Lanez  Thrice- Big Krit Diplomatic Ties - Dipset  Wtf did ! Watch?  Bodyguard A Fantastic Woman Cobra Kai YouTube Creed II  Wtf did ! Go? Dipset Black Friday So done with friendsgiving  Wtd did ! Say? • One bless you us fine and so is a thank you.  • People who feel you are obligated to thank or talk to them.  • Kicked the environmentalist in the cooch.  • People giving advice or put you on for free. (Joan Baker & Dad Pro Bono convo) • If you're annoying, I'm not chasing you down to hangout. Let me casually run into you as intended.  • Consulting Marty Con  • Thanksgiving massacre • Peaceful protesting • Can't have a whole conversation based on a lie. George not so Clinton and the Parliament with Healthcare.

Voice Actor and renowned microphone expert, Christopher Currier, lectures around the world to voice actors, singers and engineers about the relationship between the talent and his or her microphone. Some call him the "microphone matchmaker." On this episode of GET OUT THERE Christopher takes on the burning questions every voice actor should ask before saying "I do." Is there a best microphone? How do you know when you've found your microphone soulmate? Is it okay to date more than one mic? What if my mic makes more money than I do? Truth be told, Christopher is a romantic, with an uncanny insight for helping you  to fine the perfect microphone mate, and that means more success in the VO booth. So light your favorite scented candles, cozy up by the fireplace and open your heart to microphone love on GET OUT THERE with Joan Baker and Rudy Gaskins.

Everyone's got a quick question about breaking into voice acting. It's the answers that take time. On this week's GET OUT THERE, actor/author/teacher Joan Baker, and Emmy Award-winning producer Rudy Gaskins tackle the most burning FAQs of Voice Acting, with your dreams for success squarely in focus. Where do you start? Do you have the right stuff? How do you choose a teacher? Do you need acting skills? How do you get an agent? How do you self-direct? What is the financial investment? How long does it take to get agent-ready? This episode is your one-stop shop for expert answers to the top FAQs ever asked about voice acting. Let's GET OUT THERE.

Everyone's got a quick question about breaking into voice acting. It's the answers that take time. On this week's GET OUT THERE, actor/author/teacher Joan Baker, and Emmy Award-winning producer Rudy Gaskins tackle the most burning FAQs of Voice Acting, with your dreams for success squarely in focus. Where do you start? Do you have the right stuff? How do you choose a teacher? Do you need acting skills? How do you get an agent? How do you self-direct? What is the financial investment? How long does it take to get agent-ready? This episode is your one-stop shop for expert answers to the top FAQs ever asked about voice acting. Let's GET OUT THERE.

Joan Baker, voice-over artist, teacher and coach, discusses the challenges of the voice over world. Learn more about Joan and SOVAS. Learn more about The Passionistas Project.

Joan Baker, voice-over artist, teacher and coach, recalls a big risk she once took that paid off for her. Learn more about Joan and SOVAS. Learn more about The Passionistas Project.

From Siri to Alexa to the proliferation of animated shows and podcasts, the human voice is having a moment. And no one is relishing this moment more than the Society of Voice Arts and Sciences. Founded by actor and writer Joan Baker and Film and TV director Rudy Gaskins the Society of Voice Arts is on a mission to educate and celebrate the power and potential of speech and verbal communication for people, entertainment and brands. Listen in as Rob Schwartz, host of the Disruptor Series Podcast, unpacks this very vocal phenomenon.   Credits Host - Rob Schwartz  Intro/Outro Voiced by Theresa Howard/Sophia Barnett Executive Producer - Dan Bradbury Audio Engineer/Sound Design - Corey Bauman  

Joan Baker, voice-over artist, teacher and coach, talks about auditioning to be the voice that introduced President Obama at his inauguration. Learn more about Joan and SOVAS. Learn more about The Passionistas Project.

Joan Baker, voice-over artist, teacher and coach, talks about the challenges of presenting the Voice Arts Awards and the That's Voice Over conference. Learn more about Joan and SOVAS. Learn more about The Passionistas Project.

Joan Baker, voice-over artist, teacher and coach, discusses her many mantras Learn more about Joan and SOVAS. Learn more about The Passionistas Project.

Joan Baker, voice-over artist, teacher and coach, talks about the great Josephine Baker. Learn more about Joan and SOVAS. Learn more about The Passionistas Project.

Joan Baker, voice-over artist, teacher and coach, reveals the pop culture icon that inspires her most. Learn more about Joan and SOVAS. Learn more about The Passionistas Project.

On this episode of the Support is Sexy podcast, Joan Baker, co-founder of The Society of Voice Arts and Sciences (SOVAS), talks about breaking into the voiceover industry, how she learned to reframe rejection, and the mindset shift that opened up doors for her as an artist and an entrepreneur. 

This week on the VO School podcast we are celebrating our 20th episode by honoring Black History Month with a show devoted to the founders of the Society of Voice Arts and Sciences (SOVAS), which boast the longest running and most prolific voice over conference in the world. This episode is guest hosted by chief diversity officer for international advertising agency TBWA, Doug Melville. Doug brings a wealth of knowledge to this episode. He is intimately familiar with the SOVAS mission, and he matches that mission as a vocal proponent of diversity in all its forms both in his day-to-day role within TBWA, and via his personal outreach on social media and public appearances. Joining us this week on the podcast are power couple, Joan Baker (voice actor and author of Secrets of Voiceover Success) and Rudy Gaskins (Emmy Award-winning producer and creative director). Joan and Rudy are the founders of the Society of Voice Arts and Sciences, a Not-for-Profit organization that brings education, job training and award recognition to the global voiceover community. They organize and present professional networking events, workshops, presentations, job opportunities and learning opportunities across America, and curate That’s Voiceover! Career Expo and The Voice Arts® Awards. In this episode we learn how Joan and Rudy established themselves in the industry, how they advocate for the concerted inclusion of talent from diverse backgrounds, where they believe the industry is heading, the importance of the human voice and how the collaboration of technology and voiceover presents new and exciting opportunities for voice actors.

We wrap up our four part interview with the pioneer of sonography here in the United States, Mrs. Joan Baker. Joan shares with us her thoughts on the state of sonography at this time, her greatest accomplishments within the field, and what she hopes for the future of the occupation.

Join ISP host Jaime Fujikawa BS RDMS RDCS and co-host Laurinda Andrist MBA FSDMS for part 3 of our interview Joan Baker MSR RDMS RDCS FSDMS as we talk about the history of sonography and Joan's personal account of the journey through the profession.

We continue with Part 2 of our interview with Joan Baker. Joan shares insight us on topics like the history of the occupation, the origins of ultrasound programs in Washington State, and the formation of ultrasound societies.

If you do not know who Joan Baker is, and the various ways she has impacted the occupation of sonography here in the U.S., you can’t miss this first ISP interview. Joan Baker is a pioneer in our field and has been involved with the occupation since it first began. We sit down in an exclusive 4 part interview in her home to hear the story in her own words. This is Part 1 of our interview with Joan.

Emmy-winning producer Rudy Gaskins is CEO and Executive Creative Director of Push Creative, Inc., a full-service branding agency providing strategic marketing, graphic design and video/film production. Clients include Lexus, FOX News Channel, BET, American Express, Spike TV, ABC Television, Actors Federal Credit Union, History Channel, MSNBC, and NBC Sports. Drawing on his former experience as a filmmaker and writer/producer/director for PBS, Gaskins has recently expanded Push Creative’s production scope to include program development and is actively developing TV and web series in several genres. In an admirable gesture to elevate the quality and perception of the voiceover industry, Gaskins conceived and initiated the creation of two innovations that have had a very special impact on the TV marketing and promotions community: 1) In 2007, Gaskins created what has become Promax/BDA’s tri-annual event called “Speed Dating for Clients and Vendors.” The process, which is not unlike speed dating in the personal relationship world, has greased the rusted practices of how vendors and clients discern and create partnerships to achieve outsourcing objectives. 2) In 2009, Gaskins brought to Promax/BDA an idea to create and award category that, for the first time in TV history, would recognize the contribution of voiceover actors to the success of a multi-billion dollar advertising and marketing industries. With the passing of the legendary Don Lafontaine, Gaskins engaged Promax/BDA to inaugurate the annual Don LaFontaine Legacy Award which Gaskins presented to Don’s wife at the 2009 Promax/BDA conference. The Don LaFontaine Legacy Award is given annually to a voiceover actor who demonstrates humanitarianism in his or her life. Gaskins began his professional career after graduating from NYU’s Film and Television program. He wrote, directed and produced several award-winning short films before signing on as an apprentice film editor on Francis Coppola’s The Cotton Club. From there Gaskins went on to work with some of the most influential filmmakers of our time, including Jonathan Demme, Brian DePalma, Milos Forman, Spike Lee, and Alan Pakula. Having never lost his original passion for creating and directing, Gaskins joined PBS where he produced over 12 hours of programming spanning dozens of countries and cultures around the world. The PBS journalistic tradition was indeed fertile ground and a perfect complement to Gaskins’ next challenge as writer/producer/director with ABC News advertising and promotion. Here he oversaw the writing and production of on-air advertising for World News Tonight featuring the legendary Peter Jennings, 20/20 with Barbara Walters and Primetime Live with Diane Sawyer. Gaskins also produced and directed behind-the-scenes press package for ABC News and its national affiliates. Seeking to broaden his challenges, Gaskins took advantage of an entirely new challenge when he was tapped by Court TV to develop an in-house department for creative services and on-air branding strategy. As vice president of Court TV’s creative services department Gaskins managed two successful re-launches of Court TV’s network identity as it moved from a news network to an entertainment venue — overseeing an award-winning re-branding campaign forged in partnership with Lee Hunt. Gaskins would go on to produce similar results as an executive producer for Food Network before launching Push Creative. Among many awards won before and since, Gaskins’ first Emmy Award was for Push Creative’s work on the Olympic Games. Gaskins continues to look forward, focusing on the integration and proliferation of new media development across all platforms. Over the past 5 years he has guided Push Creative to the edge of the digital revolution, exploiting the social networking phenomenon, developing web sites, iPhone/Pad applications, widgets and web games for a variety of high profile companies like Spike TV, Lexus, JP Morgan and others. As a brand guru and creative director, Rudy has been able to grow Push Creative into a full service integrated creative agency with its greatest assets being new ideas and innovation. Gaskins currently resides in Brooklyn, New York with his wife and business partner, Joan Baker. For more info on this and other episodes head over to mikelenzvoice.com

Joan Baker, author of Secrets of Voice-Over Success, has performed hundreds of promos and commercials for TV, film and radio throughout her highly regarded career. ABC News, American Express, Other clients include: King World, ESPN, BLOOMBERG TV and radio, SHOWTIME, HBO, NBA Entertainment, COURT TV, Imus in the Morning, Olay, Lens Express, Sony Music, JP Morgan Chase, American Express, Costco, and The New York Times Classified represents just a few of the numerous clients who regularly call upon her unique sound. You could even say that Joan’s talents reach the highest levels of American royalty and deep into the political power structure: She voiced a TV ad campaign for The Muhammad Ali Center and narrated a documentary about the founding of the William Jefferson Clinton Library, now a part of the library’s permanent display. And Joan also has it going on live! She provided the live voice announcements for the “Museum of the Moving Image Salutes Will Smith” which aired on Bravo TV. Prior to authoring Secrets Of Voice-Over Success Joan built a lucrative following among people (actors & corporate executives) seeking training in the art of voice-over acting. Nancy Grace and the late Johnnie Cochran are counted among her high profile students. Today she travels the country as a lecturer and seminar leader through a variety of arts institutions. She’s the creator of the powerful “Make Millions With Your Voice” seminars through the Learning Annex. She has been featured in numerous publications and TV segments: Interview Magazine, Adweek, Backstage, The NY Post, Media Week, Broadcasting & Cable, Cable World, NY Daily News, Radio World and Black Enterprise. Also on television’s Weekend Vibe, SHOWBIZ Today on CNN, Fox 5 NY, ABC News Now and E! News. She is represented exclusively by Innovative Artists. In honor of her late father, James P. Baker, who past away from complications of Alzheimer’s disease, Joan contributes all royalties from the sales of Secrets of Voice-Over Success to the Alzheimer’s Association of which she has become a steady patron and advocate for a cure. For more information about this and other episodes head over to mikelenzvoice.com

Chuck and Stacey continue talking with bilingual voice talent Sylvia Villagran, known for her impressive work in promos, commercials, trailers, live announce and radio imaging, in both the English and Spanish markets. She comments on the Spanish dialect that is most in demand with respect to national and regional work. Sylvia shares how her desire to give back and share her experiences has lead to starting to coach bilingual voice talent, inspired by her teaching a class for crossover voice talent at the Don LaFontaine Voiceover Lab. Sylvia can be reached about coaching by DM on Twitter @sylviavillagran She tells some of the most memorable and thrilling moments from her recent honor of announcing the 2016 Democratic National Convention, a stand out opportunity in her career to date. Read more about it on her website, http://sylvia-villagran.com/blog/ Sylvia discusses her need to always continue improving her skills and appreciates every job as it happens including some challenging work that stretches her past her comfort zone for the Mun2 Network. She reveals that she listens to everything and is constantly inspired by the work of her voiceover colleagues. Sylvia reflects on what advice she would give to herself if she were starting her career today, celebrates her Voice Arts Awards nomination for Outstanding Body Of Work and along with Chuck & Stacey, and expresses gratitude for the contribution of Joan Baker and Rudy Gaskins. She defines what success means for her which includes getting to do what she loves everyday. Sylvia shares her scariest moment as a live announcer from the 2016 Democratic National Convention and find out some of Sylvia’s favorite foods. Follow Chuck, Stacey and Sylvia on Twitter @sylviavillagran @vobuzzweekly @staceyjaswad @demosthatrock Watch more videos and get the latest voiceover news, advice and updates on contests and giveaways at http://vobuzzweekly.com CONNECT WITH US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/VOBuzzWeekly Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/VOBuzzWeekly Instagram: https://instagram.com/vobuzzweekly Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/vobuzzweekly/ VO BUZZ WEEKLY IS SPONSORED BY: Demos That Rock http://www.demosthatrock.com Neumann Sennheiser Microphones USA http://www.neumannusa.com http://en-us.sennheiser.com Throat Coat Tea http://www.traditionalmedicinals.com Entertainer's Secret http://www.entertainers-secret.com Najla's Bodygood Bars http://najlas.com/index.php/products/... Stacey J. Aswad http://www.staceyjaswad.com Voiceover Essentials http://voiceoveressentials.com Voiceover T-Shirts, Hats, Jackets, and MORE! http://www.vobuzzweekly.com/store.html

Let the VO Buzz Weekly LIVE celebration begin, presented by DEMOS THAT ROCK and EDGE STUDIO! Chuck and Stacey marked their epic 200th episode milestone of VO Buzz Weekly in style by filming the show in front of a sold-out crowd at the historic El Portal Theatre in the NoHo Arts District of North Hollywood, CA. Since starting the show in 2012, Chuck and Stacey have sat down with more than 100 amazing guests and this two-hour show taping brought many of them back to the stage to enlighten and entertain the audience… yet again. As the show’s Emcee, Scott Parkin delivered brilliantly as did Graeme Spicer, Dee Bradley Baker, Jess Harnell, Jim Cummings, Maurice LaMarche, David Goldberg, Jeff Howell, Jodi Gottlieb, Marc Cashman, Nancy Wolfson, Bob Bergen, Charlie Adler, Dave Fennoy, Townsend Coleman, Joan Baker, Pat Fraley, Scott Brick, Rudy Gaskins, Debi Derryberry, Erin Fitzgerald, Kari Wahlgren, Lori Alan, Andrea Romano, Butch Hartman, Ginny McSwain, Mary Lynn Wissner, Beau Weaver, Joe Cipriano, Mark Elliott, Scott Rummell, Bill Farmer, Cam Clarke, James Arnold Taylor, Fred Tatasciore and Jeff Zannini of Celebrity Talent Booking’s Twisted Toonz. It was a truly memorable night that brought together the voiceover industry’s best and brightest voice actors, talent agents and managers, teachers, producers, voice directors, writers, casting directors, loyal friends and fans alike from all over the globe. We are so honored to be a part of this incredible community and offer our heartfelt thanks to all of you amazing people who have supported the show these last four years. To our incredibly talented and dedicated VO Buzz Weekly crew who work with us all year long and those wonderful people who brought their talents to 200th Live Show, thank you so much, you rock beyond measure! Thanks to the generosity of all our ongoing show sponsors- Demos That Rock, Entertainer’s Secret, Voiceover Essentials, Multiin Tech, Najla’s, Neumann Sennheiser, Traditional Medicinals, Vocal Booth To Go and to our LIVE event co-sponsor EDGE Studio and giveaway sponsors- Apogee, Cole Michaels Salon, Kaotica, Najla’s Neumann Sennheiser, SOVAS, Vocal Booth To Go and Voiceover Essentials- you’re so amazing in every way! To our loving and supportive friends and family, thank you for going on this wild journey with us… we love you! Watch more videos and get the latest voiceover news, advice and updates on contests and giveaways at http://vobuzzweekly.com

Show Log 0:01:37  Opening video 0:02:19  The show begins with a big radio sound! 0:04:03   Hot weather in Southern California.  He was in Las Vegas last week in 110+ heat.   0:04:49  Ventilation in a pre-fab booth and how to add it your recording space. 0:05:40  You need to exchange the air.  The first key after air circulation is having cool air to work with.   0:06:58  You may need to build a “muffler” to quiet air movement.  You can buy them or build them yourself with online instructions. 0:08:22  Another trick: make the distance the air has to travel a lot longer.  Longer ductwork snaking around in the attic will quiet air movement. 0:09:06  In a small closet, you may have to get creative with convective cooling.   0:10:30  You may have to install an A/C unit outside the house.   0:11:32   Dan tells his tale.  He cut a hole in the ceiling of his closet and installed a “plenum.”   0:13:37   This is why a booth in a garage is a bad idea, since there's little cool air out there.  Also, “sound proofing” by making a booth air tight is unhealthy!  The best a basement. 0:15:34  Break 0:16:40  Radiant celestial brothers clip.  Name that movie (Grand Budapest Hotel). 0:17:00  They're back.   0:18:26   Q: What's a good way to measure the “noise floor” of a personal studio.   A: George—there is no industry standard.  He'll listen to a voice (between -6 and -3 dB) and room tone.  He'll then normalize to 0 dB.  He then takes the room tone and analyzes the peak level for “noise.”  He feels -55 dB is a good level. 0:20:34   Dan joins in.  Any noise below -55, -60, is much easier to remove with gating.  Don't use reduction; it destroys audio.  Dan does a similar process.  He also looks at the frequencies of the sounds in the lower end of volume.   0:22:46  George talks about noise gates.   Q: Isn't -50 kind of high?   A: low frequency noise isn't as loud.   0:23:56   Q: If through EQ you get to -60, should you take it down further?  A: It's not your problem if you're not a producer.  But if you're going to process your auditions, downward expansion can be useful.  George doesn't use a compressor without a downward expander.   0:25:54   Q: How do you export stacks in TwistedWave?   A: George describes that.  In the Stacks window, you'll see an option that says manage stacks.  That will take you to a folder where you stacks are. Open the Stacks folder.  See George's video on importing stacks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t0Wn9OZa6Xo 0:28:23   Q: How do you change the settings in the effects stack?   A: If you want, go ahead, just don't change the original.  Play back as you change the settings to see what they do.   0:30:50  If you have a question email ewabshop@gmail.com, write Question in the subject line.  They also have a voicemail box at ewabs.net. 0:31:56  Break 0:33:46  They're back with Rudy Gaskins. 0:34:54  George asks Rudy how he picked his business location in NYC.   0:36:18  Dan asks Rudy to tell us about himself.  He tells about his career. He got into sound engineering.  He got his start recording sound effects for a Coppola film.  He moved into directing and producing on NY TV. Then he went to ABC News doing promos and that got him into marketing. He then launched Push Creative. http://www.pushcreative.tv/ He met Joan Baker, a voice actor. http://joanbaker.tv/ They married and that got him into voice work and spawned “That's Voice Over.”  http://thatsvoiceover.com/ which led to the Voice Arts Award. 0:40:31 Dan notices an Emmy in the background.   0:41:50  Rudy won his Emmy for the 2000 Olympic Games with NBC Sports, writing and producing promos and athlete vignettes.   0:43:20  Dan asks about the Voice Arts Awards.  Rudy explains “That's Voice Over.”  This yearly expo led to the awards.   0:46:12  Dan asks how many categories are in the Voice Arts Awards program.   0:46:58  A display of the categories appears on-screen. 0:48:00  Dan asks how people submit for the awards.  Rudy explains the process.  It's all online.  http://sovas.org/home-vaa/  and https://www.facebook.com/VoiceArts. 0:50:38  The nomination process doesn't include sending in a demo.  Submissions get reviewed by a group of jurors who put out nominations.  This elevates how you feel about your work. 0:52:15  Dan asks what the judging criteria are.  Rudy says they're explained online.  Generally, they look at creativity, innovation, originality, and execution on the brand message.  The judges are all professionals—agents, publishers, producers, voice actors—who know what's effective. 0:54:20  The web address, voicearts.org (redirects to http://sovas.org/home-vaa/).  The event is on November 9.  Submission deadline: August 24 (it's been extended).  There's a cost to submit.  See http://sovas.org/rules-eligibility/#entry-fee for details. 0:55:37  Rudy explains how the fee helps support the quality of the award itself.  The design includes a mic hanging upside down over a copy stand.   0:57:02  Sponsor time: Harlan Hogan http://voiceoveressentials.com/  He's got everything you need except your voice! 0:58:07  George praises Harlan's return policy. 1:00:30  Q: Do you have to be a member of SOVAS to participate in the award.   1:00:49  This leads to a pronunciation discussion SOVAHSSS?  Nevah-duh?  Neva-dah?   1:01:08  A: You don't have to be a member, but members get discounts on several things. 1:02:10   Q: Why do people have to pay to enter?   A: Again, it has to do with making this non-profit work.  You aren't nominating yourself, you're entering a field from which nominations will be chosen.   1:03:44  Rudy reviews the process.  There's a lot to be gained for your marketing effort.  Get exposed to major producers without asking for a job.   1:06:37  Throughout the process, there's buzz, win or not.   1:07:42   Awards are a line item in production company budgets.  This is an unknown in the VO world, but well known in other areas. 1:08:55   Q: Do all the submitters get heard?   A: Yes, they listen to everything in order to select the nominees.  Rudy explains what the jurors expect. 1:10:25  Some jurors want to stay anonymous.   1:11:00  Dan asks how jurors are selected.  Rudy explains. 1:11:50   Q: How did you come up with this year's Lifetime Achievement awardee, James Earl Jones.   A: Rudy explains. 1:13:44   Rudy observes that when the James Earl Jones choice hit Facebook, the feedback was all positive.   1:14:31   Q: What were your greatest challenges?   A: He's done a lot of things—launching the award show is the hardest thing he's ever done. 1:15:14   Q: Are the jurors names on the website?   A: Some, soon, on Tuesday next week.  Look for the “juror” button on the SOVAS website. 1:16:05   Q: Where will entry stats be posted?   A: They won't list all entrants.  Nominees will be listed. Note: During these few minutes, Dan replaces his malfunctioning microphone with a VO1-A from Harlan Hogan to fix the problem. 1:16:47   Q: What do you think the awards will do for the VO industry?   A:  The award becomes a lightning rod for how we collaborate.  You'll list your producer, copy writer, and others, as in other industries.  The pursuit of excellence doesn't happen by itself. 1:19:27   Q: How many nominees in each category?   A: It depends on the quality of work in that category, maximum of five. 1:21:38  Break with information on VoiceOver Xtra 1:22:29   Hear now from Sponge Bob Squarepants. 1:22:42   They're back. 1:22:53  Announcements, including a Dan freeze. 1:23:28  Donor acknowledgements.   1:24:49  Clickers!  Buy some today!  Go to www.ewabs.net to order.   1:25:23  EWABS Essentials at the EWABS YouTube channel.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSdw5Ry09A0&list=PLDHBaemlTK_T7X-gGnPiTq9zcc7YcVuZH 1:26:20  Next week (August 4): no show! 1:26:36  On August 11, Dave Courvoisier will be the guest.  Dan and George will both be in Southern California.   1:27:12   August 18—a surprise guest! 1:27:19   August 25—Social Media Roundtable! 1:27:40   September 1—The show will be recorded at Voice2014 and aired on this date. 1:28:11  Thanks to sponsors, Edge Studio, VoiceOverXtra, and VoiceOverEssentials.  Click the LIKE button at YouTube! 1:28:47  Thanks to the wives. 1:29:08  Thanks to Kathy Curriden, Anthony Gettig, Jack de Golia, Tim McKean, and Lee Pinney.   1:30:30  End of show.

The Sound Architect had the pleasure of speaking to Emmy-Award Winning Director/Producer Rudy Gaskins. Rudy Gaskins is the co-founder of Push Creative. Rudy has been working professionally for nearly 20 years. His experience covers film and TV, cable and broadcast, radio and theater. He is a seasoned DGA director, and an accomplished writer in the WGAE. Rudy's a years of experience at PBS, ABC News, Court TV, NBC, and Food Network. Rudy has also been a great supporter of the voiceover world, working with Joan Baker to create amazing events such as That'sVO! and more recently the amazing Voice Arts Awards! We discuss Rudy's career, these amazing events as well as gain some great insight for aspiring voice artists.

Back in September 2013 we spoke to the amazing Joan Baker! Joan is one of the worlds leading voice over artists and has already accomplished so much. She has voiced everything from commercials to games and many many more. We speak to Joan about her vast voice over career and gain some tips on how to break into the industry! Enjoy! The Sound Architect

Join Voice Over Expert Johnna Gottlieb, with Joan Baker, as she introduces you to the concept of voiceover as a small business in her lecture "Beyond the Demo Reel". Find out what you'll need to do before pursuing agency representation and learn just how important it is to treat your voice acting career like a real business.