Podcasts about voiceover

I am joined by Frater Eleftheria to discuss his new book, Voces Caelesti: The Book of Heavenly Voices. We'll explore his transformative spiritual philosophy forged from over a decade of angelic communications and sacred rituals designed to restore our relationship with the divine during a time of civilizational decline. You'll journey through profound teachings on the successive ages of humanity, the origins of false religion, and the ways true spirituality can reorganize both our inner lives and society. By exploring the practical paths of magic, meditation, and divination, you'll discover a divine message of hope that helps individuals excavate their true will and return to an inner stillness. Of course, we'll talk about Gnosticism and how it relates to his views and journey. More on Frater: https://www.arcaneresearchsociety.com/frater-eleftheria Get the book: https://amzn.to/4wOF4hJ Get The Occult Elvis: https://amzn.to/4jnTjE4 Virtual Alexandria Academy: https://thegodabovegod.com/virtual-alexandria-academy/ Gnostic Tarot Readings: https://thegodabovegod.com/gnostic-tarot-reading/ The Gnostic Tarot: https://www.makeplayingcards.com/sell/synkrasis Homepage: https://thegodabovegod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aeonbyte AB Prime: https://thegodabovegod.com/members/subscription-levels/ Voice Over services: https://thegodabovegod.com/voice-talent/ Support with donation: https://buy.stripe.com/00g16Q8RK8D93mw288 Merch store: https://aeonbyte.creator-spring.com/ Equipment Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2WEJ2CCWHALZB?&sort=default Intro concept, visual direction, and AI-assisted creative development in collaboration with Arturo Pérez E. youtube.com/@333amTV 333am.tv Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rich and Jim sit down with Nashville drummer, producer, and drum tech Jeff Brown (Shrug Sound Studio) for a deep dive into a working musician's reality: from opening for Rush and Van Halen to teching the Taylor Swift Eras Tour, tuning for stadiums, building a home studio career, and navigating divorce, burnout, and late-bloomer success.Jeff shares stories from early days in Anaheim clubs, cruise ship gigs at 18, Nashville's legendary 12th & Porter era, and playing with artists like Phil Vassar, Thomas Rhett, Steel Magnolia, Tom Kiefer, and more. He also breaks down hybrid drumming on massive pop tours, practical tuning approaches, remote session workflows, and why drum techs are part mechanic, part therapist.Timed highlights:00:00 The porta-potty on stage, bar hangs, and touring creature comforts06:20 Foreigner at the Ryman: Kelly Hanson's retirement and Luis stepping up to sing14:30 Meeting Jeff Brown: Anaheim roots, moving to Nashville in '93, and the 12th & Porter scene21:40 Dreaming in English: publishing deals, opening for Rush, Weezer, and Van Halen30:10 Studio work and Shrug Sound Studio: home recording since 2010 and mic choices36:45 Simple drum recording setups and the Yamaha EAD10 for social content44:00 Cruise ship gigs at 18: long sets, bad charts, and learning to memorize51:30 From player to drum tech: Tom Kiefer, Kevin Murphy, and landing the Taylor Swift Eras Tour1:02:00 High-pressure teching: triggers, MainStage, redundancy, and that one snare mistake1:11:20 Tuning philosophy: coated vs clear heads, tom intervals, and consistency on tour1:19:00 Influences: Rush, Stewart Copeland, Herb Alexander, Jimmy Chamberlin1:27:10 Making people feel it: driving the band, backbeats, and keeping songs fresh1:36:30 Drum tech as psychologist: honest feedback, compliment sandwiches, and road life1:45:00 Managers, rates, and word-of-mouth: the business of remote sessions and mixing1:54:00 Mixing, producing, and Andrew Scheps: falling in love with the mix process2:01:30 AI, samples, and the future of music work2:08:00 Writing with his dad, getting humbled, and grieving the “band” dream2:15:30 Late bloomers, ergonomics, posture, and playing pain-free into your 50s2:23:00 Social media, tech tips, and why documenting the studio process matters2:30:00 New goals: sync music, instrumental releases, Shrug snare samples, and upcoming toursLinks:The Rich Redmond Show:www.therichredmondshow.transistor.fmPodcast Filmed and Produced by:https://itsyourshow.coRich's intensive:https://drumtensive.comJeff Brown – drums, studio, and merch:https://jeffbrowndrums.comShrug Sound Studiohttps://shrugsoundstudio.com

Prometheus is unbound as Jason Reza Jorjani arrives at the Virtual Alexandria to discuss his latest book, Occult Horizons. Of course, we'll take the Gnostic angle. Jason will grant us a mind-bending exploration of existence where consensus reality is unmasked as a plastic, simulated matrix governed by a machinic demiurge. We'll investigate how corporate archons and panoptic wardens deploy hyperreal signals to police our perception and trap us in scripted, bureaucratic loops. By tracking the cracks, glitches, and ontological shocks that fracture this counterfeit system, we map the initiatory process where trauma becomes an aperture to higher sight. Join us as we discard spiritual submission and reclaim the sovereign, un-spooked ego capable of hacking the cosmic CPU and authorizing its own future. Get the book: https://amzn.to/4qFrMmw More on Jason: https://jasonrezajorjani.com/ Stargazer returns: a Gnostic vampire apocalypse of false paradise, forbidden memory, the Moon Queen, and the monster who remembers. Join the Resurrection List before the gates open this Halloween: https://thegodabovegod.com/stargazer Get the fall of Sophia: https://www.patreon.com/aeonbyte/posts/fall-of-sophia-167697521?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link Get The Occult Elvis: https://amzn.to/4jnTjE4 Virtual Alexandria Academy: https://thegodabovegod.com/virtual-alexandria-academy/ Gnostic Tarot Readings: https://thegodabovegod.com/gnostic-tarot-reading/ The Gnostic Tarot: https://www.makeplayingcards.com/sell/synkrasis Homepage: https://thegodabovegod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aeonbyte AB Prime: https://thegodabovegod.com/members/subscription-levels/ Voice Over services: https://thegodabovegod.com/voice-talent/ Support with donation: https://buy.stripe.com/00g16Q8RK8D93mw288 Merch store: https://aeonbyte.creator-spring.com/ Equipment Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2WEJ2CCWHALZB?&sort=default Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Let's do an Aeon Byte/GenX Wasteland hybrid and dive into the high weirdness of rock'n'roll. I can't think of anyone better than Richard Syrett and his new book, Tales from The Rock ‘n Roll Twilight Zone: Eerie Enigmas and Supernatural Secrets from Rock's Darkest Corners. Ready to go on a journey into the strangest legends, conspiracies, and unexplained mysteries of music history? We'll investigate the eerie coincidences, tragic deaths, and bizarre synchronicities that official accounts often gloss over. You'll find provocative questions, such as whether the Beatles were part of a grand psychological operation or if a secret double replaced one of their own. From the occult bargains of the Delta blues to the highly suspicious circumstances surrounding the sudden demise of Elvis, this show pulls back the curtain on the music industry's most haunting secrets. Get the book: https://amzn.to/4xiQxr4 More on Richard: https://www.strangeplanet.ca/ Get The Occult Elvis: https://amzn.to/4jnTjE4 Virtual Alexandria Academy: https://thegodabovegod.com/virtual-alexandria-academy/ Gnostic Tarot Readings: https://thegodabovegod.com/gnostic-tarot-reading/ The Gnostic Tarot: https://www.makeplayingcards.com/sell/synkrasis Homepage: https://thegodabovegod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aeonbyte AB Prime: https://thegodabovegod.com/members/subscription-levels/ Voice Over services: https://thegodabovegod.com/voice-talent/ Support with donation: https://buy.stripe.com/00g16Q8RK8D93mw288 Merch store: https://aeonbyte.creator-spring.com/ Equipment Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2WEJ2CCWHALZB?&sort=default Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What does it really mean to be authentic in voiceover? In this first conversation of the new Truth in the Booth series, Anne Ganguzza welcomes voice actor and coach Tim Powers to explore why authentic voiceover is about much more than simply sounding natural. They dive into subtext, storytelling, emotional connection, predictable performances, character motivation, and the acting skills required to take someone else's words and make them feel genuinely true. Whether you're working in commercial, corporate narration, animation, or another area of voiceover, the same question remains: What are you really trying to make the listener feel? Anne and Tim also discuss why animation requires emotional truth, why imitation alone isn't enough, how practice builds authentic performance, and why the human ability to interpret and connect with a story remains at the heart of voiceover. Chapters 00:00 — Introducing Truth in the Booth with Tim Powers 02:23 — The Misconceptions About Becoming a Voice Actor 03:04 — Why Clients and Casting Directors Ask for Authenticity 05:17 — What Influencers Teach Us About Human Communication 06:01 — How to Make Someone Else's Words Sound Authentic 07:51 — Finding the Subtext Behind the Script 09:23 — Why Voice Actors Need Metaphor and Critical Thinking 11:25 — Every Script Has a Story 13:50 — Why Buying Decisions Begin With Emotion 16:00 — Voiceover as a Transference of Emotion 17:16 — Why Animated Characters Must Be Rooted in Truth 20:27 — Everything Has a Story 22:21 — Why Predictable Performances Don't Stand Out 24:23 — If You're Not Acting, You're Not Doing the Job 26:14 — Imitation, Impressions, and Emotional Range 28:24 — Why Voiceover Acting Is Not Supposed to Be Easy 29:37 — Why Professionals Make Difficult Skills Look Easy 31:03 — The Beatles, Practice, and Putting in the Time 31:43 — The Essential Lessons of Truth in the Booth

What happens when a dream is placed on hold—but never truly dies? On this episode of Between the Notes, Paisan Kapitan welcomes Edmond and Armond Stepanyan, better known as The Armenian Twins, for the remarkable story of their return to music after 25 years. Their journey began in 1994 with a small Yamaha keyboard, a cassette recorder and a dream. After Armenian record stores initially rejected their music, the twins and their father produced and distributed 1,000 copies themselves—and sold out within two days. Their groundbreaking work helped introduce rap to the Armenian music community. Edmond and Armond open up about their father's faith in them, stepping away from music to raise their families and why they finally decided to make their comeback. They also discuss blending Armenian culture with pop, rap and melody, connecting with listeners through meaningful lyrics and their emotional new song, “Du Es Im.” Also joining the show is professional Middle Eastern percussionist Gokor Simityan, whose musical journey began at just two years old with a pair of spoons and an empty water bottle. Gokor shares how he discovered the darbuka, developed his signature finger-split technique and turned a childhood passion into a career bringing energy and joy to weddings, concerts and cultural celebrations. Plus, don't miss Gokor's live in-studio performance and a hilarious rapid-fire bonus round featuring aliens, famous twins, casino disasters, Nutella—and one million-dollar offer the Armenian Twins immediately reject! Like, comment and subscribe for more Armenian music, culture and unforgettable conversations from Between the Notes, presented by Hye Jams Radio. FEATURED GUESTS The Armenian Twins — Edmond & Armond Stepanyan Instagram:  @ArmenianTwins  YouTube:  @ArmenianTwins  Gokor Simityan — Professional Percussionist Instagram: @gokorsimityan Facebook: @gokorsimityan HOST Paisan Kapitan Instagram: @paisankapitan PaisanKapitan.com ***Available for Hosting and Voice Over: paisan@hyejams.com HYE JAMS RADIO Instagram: @hyejams HyeJams.com Download the Hye Jams app and listen to contemporary Armenian hits 24/7. ━━━━━━━━━━━━

In this episode of the AppleVis Extra, David Nason speaks with Rocco Fiorentino, developer of FloType, an upcoming VoiceOver-first keyboard for blind and low-vision users. If you remember the speed and simplicity offered by Fleksy and later FlickType, FloType will feel immediately familiar. Rocco explains how his background as an audio engineer and producer gradually led him into development, first through scripting tools designed to make Pro Tools more efficient with VoiceOver, and eventually to building a keyboard intended to solve one of the persistent frustrations of touchscreen devices: typing quickly without needing to hit every virtual key precisely.FloType takes a very different approach from Apple's conventional onscreen keyboard. Rather than requiring you to locate individual letters accurately, you tap approximately where you believe the letters would be on a QWERTY keyboard. FloType analyzes the pattern of those taps and predicts the word you intended. Swipe right to accept the suggestion, swipe up or down to move through alternatives, and continue typing without having to find a spacebar. In the episode, Rocco gives a hands-on demonstration showing just how quickly this can work, including entering words, correcting an incorrect prediction, adding punctuation and emoji, deleting text, and switching to manual character entry when a word isn't in FloType's dictionary.There is considerably more going on than word prediction. FloType can be used system-wide through an iOS keyboard extension, while gestures provide access to editing commands that would otherwise require finding controls on the screen. Rocco discusses cursor navigation, manual entry, customizable sounds and haptics, key size and contrast options for low-vision users, and plans for a self-voicing experience. He also talks about an Apple Watch version currently being tested, where limitations in watchOS gesture handling present some interesting accessibility challenges. Multi-language support is another major goal, with English and Spanish planned as the initial languages when FloType reaches the App Store.The conversation also offers an interesting look behind the scenes at accessible app development. Rocco is totally blind and discusses using Swift and Xcode, AI-assisted development, sighted feedback for visual design, and extensive input from blind and low-vision beta testers. He explains why supporting another language involves far more than translating an interface: FloType needs to understand the vocabulary, grammar, keyboard layout, and patterns of each language well enough for its prediction system to remain useful. The pair also discuss FloType's eventual business model, the realities of maintaining an accessibility-focused app as Apple changes VoiceOver and its operating systems, and Rocco's commitment to ensuring the project can continue even if he is someday unable to maintain it himself.This episode should be particularly interesting to anyone who misses Fleksy or FlickType, finds conventional touchscreen typing cumbersome, doesn't use Braille Screen Input, or simply wants another fast way to enter text on an iPhone or iPad. It is also well worth hearing for blind developers and anyone curious about how a VoiceOver-first application moves from an idea to a working product. FloType remains in active beta at the time of writing rather than being a publicly released App Store app, but its…

Let's escape Plato's Cave as Aurelius Vale joins me to discuss The Architecture of Gold: Qualia, AI, Paradox, and the Future of Civilization. We'll explore a unique philosophical framework for reality that distinguishes between reacting from appetite, hiding within rigid systems, and participating consciously in what is true. We examine how human beings encounter existence through symbolic placeholders, moving from the reactive ego of “Bronze” toward a refined stewardship of our relationships and institutions. Prepare to dive into how this architecture applies to the future of civilization, the role of artificial intelligence as an instrument of extended cognition, and the intimate nature of love as a form of participation. Get the book: https://amzn.to/45CeSMg Get The Occult Elvis: https://amzn.to/4jnTjE4 Virtual Alexandria Academy: https://thegodabovegod.com/virtual-alexandria-academy/ Gnostic Tarot Readings: https://thegodabovegod.com/gnostic-tarot-reading/ The Gnostic Tarot: https://www.makeplayingcards.com/sell/synkrasis Homepage: https://thegodabovegod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aeonbyte AB Prime: https://thegodabovegod.com/members/subscription-levels/ Voice Over services: https://thegodabovegod.com/voice-talent/ Support with donation: https://buy.stripe.com/00g16Q8RK8D93mw288 Merch store: https://aeonbyte.creator-spring.com/ Equipment Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2WEJ2CCWHALZB?&sort=default   Intro concept, visual direction, and AI-assisted creative development in collaboration with Arturo Pérez E. youtube.com/@333amTV 333am.tv Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rich sits down with drummer and biomechanics specialist Brandon Green of Drum Mechanics to unpack how drummers can play hard for life without breaking their bodies. They dig into pain‑free technique, throne and kit setup, strength training, cardio, nutrition, and longevity—plus stories about working with Thomas Lang, top touring drummers, and building a business around drummer health.Timed Highlights:00:00 – Cold open: Drumstick physics, carpal tunnel, and energy absorption02:10 – Rich opens the show and introduces Brandon Green of Drum Mechanics06:40 – Pain‑free drum set playing: Anatomy, physics, and setting up your kit to fit you14:20 – How bad setup and stick physics create injuries (and how to avoid them)19:30 – Why most drumming injuries are preventable with better ergonomics and strength23:55 – Cardio vs. resistance training for drummers and playing into your 60s and 70s30:05 – VO2 max, longevity, and why “drumming is athletic, but not always exercise”36:10 – Rich's snare angle, neck issues, and what changed after working with Brandon44:00 – Throne height, leg angle, and why your lower back is begging you to fix your seat52:20 – Brandon's education: From personal trainer to biomechanics specialist for drummers59:40 – Helping pro drummers: Thomas Lang, Art Cruz, Matt Billingslea,  and more1:07:10 – Diet for drummers: Protein, carbs around gigs, and simple food rules that work1:15:00 – Creatine, magnesium, fiber, and smart supplementation for performance and sleep1:23:15 – Sunday meal prep, busy schedules, and staying sharp on the road and at home1:30:40 – Drummechanics.com: Inside the membership, workouts, and live sessions1:38:00 – Studio makeover, family, kids on drums, and music education in Canada1:44:10 – Final thoughts: Drum forever, invest in your “fitness bank,” and where to find BrandonLinks:The Rich Redmond Show site:therichredmondshow.comRich Redmond:richredmond.comPodcast production:itsyourshow.coDrum-tensive study with Rich:drumtensive.comBrandon Green:drummechanics.com

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Dr. Marguerite Rigoglioso has honored the Virtual Alexandria by elevating the Divine Feminine. This time she joins me to reveal the grand, cosmic drama and hope of humanity's destiny. We'll explore the Mary's, Yeshua, and Sophia-Christ consciousness through the lens of the Pleiadian mission on Earth, where ancient gnosis, star wisdom, and divine feminine traditions converge. Get ready to journey into Marian and Magdalene lineages, galactic memory, and the re-emergence of interdimensional teachings for healing, liberation, and spiritual sovereignty. We'll examine why esoteric traditions may have preserved stellar knowledge, how emotional regulation becomes an evolutionary skill in accelerated times, and how Earth's present challenges are catalyzing collective awakening. What are the Pleiades communicating about this pivotal moment for humanity, and how might their message reshape our understanding of consciousness and destiny? More on Marguerite: https://www.sevensistersmysteryschool.com/ Get The Occult Elvis: https://amzn.to/4jnTjE4 Virtual Alexandria Academy: https://thegodabovegod.com/virtual-alexandria-academy/ Gnostic Tarot Readings: https://thegodabovegod.com/gnostic-tarot-reading/ The Gnostic Tarot: https://www.makeplayingcards.com/sell/synkrasis Homepage: https://thegodabovegod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aeonbyte AB Prime: https://thegodabovegod.com/members/subscription-levels/ Voice Over services: https://thegodabovegod.com/voice-talent/ Support with donation: https://buy.stripe.com/00g16Q8RK8D93mw288 Merch store: https://aeonbyte.creator-spring.com/ Equipment Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2WEJ2CCWHALZB?&sort=default Intro concept, visual direction, and AI-assisted creative development in collaboration with Arturo Pérez E. youtube.com/@333amTV 333am.tv Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The hills of the Virtual Alexandria are live with the sound of music as Jonathan Goldman joins me to discuss Ascension Harmonics: Invoke the Divine Name for Vibrational Activation and Healing. Discover the transformative power of a sacred sound that was prohibited for millennia and has now been rediscovered to act as a direct vibrational link to higher consciousness. This transdenominational practice utilizes a universal sequence of vowel sounds to resonate the body's energy centers and shift personal vibrations regardless of one's religious background. We'll explore groundbreaking scientific research demonstrating how these sacred frequencies can restructure water molecules and create measurable beneficial changes in human DNA. Finally, learn how to integrate heart-centered intention with this resonance to facilitate deep personal healing and contribute to a global movement for planetary peace and harmonization. Get The Occult Elvis: https://amzn.to/4jnTjE4 Virtual Alexandria Academy: https://thegodabovegod.com/virtual-alexandria-academy/ Gnostic Tarot Readings: https://thegodabovegod.com/gnostic-tarot-reading/ The Gnostic Tarot: https://www.makeplayingcards.com/sell/synkrasis Homepage: https://thegodabovegod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aeonbyte AB Prime: https://thegodabovegod.com/members/subscription-levels/ Voice Over services: https://thegodabovegod.com/voice-talent/ Support with donation: https://buy.stripe.com/00g16Q8RK8D93mw288 Merch store: https://aeonbyte.creator-spring.com/ Equipment Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2WEJ2CCWHALZB?&sort=default Intro concept, visual direction, and AI-assisted creative development in collaboration with Arturo Pérez E. youtube.com/@333amTV 333am.tv Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Rich and Jim sit down with drummer, composer, and educator John Wackerman to talk about the Wackerman dynasty, from their band-director dad Chuck to brothers Chad, Bob, Brooks, and John's own genre-hopping career.John shares stories from the road and studio with Frank Zappa, Maynard Ferguson, Alan Holdsworth, Family Matters, Vegas headliners, and more. He breaks down his all-star drum duets project with Steve Gadd, Alex Acuña, Ronnie Tutt, Steve Smith, Terry Bozzio, Taylor Hawkins, and others, plus the origin story of DW Drums, a private masterclass with Stuart Copeland, and why discipline and reading still matter in a click-track world.Timed Highlights0:00 Show and sponsor intro1:00 Jim on his son's musical talent and parenting a creative kid2:12 Rich on being an “overeducated rock drummer” and closet rocker5:18 Mapping the Wackerman dynasty: Chuck, Chad, Bob, Brooks, and John7:56 How the drum duets project was born and why Alex Acuña went first12:12 The real DW Drums origin story: Drum Workshop, Camco, and the double pedal16:00 Vegas era: Mandalay Bay, Zumanity, and drummer coffee hangs21:12 Moving from L.A. to Vegas to Nashville and lifestyle tradeoffs26:01 A half-day film-scoring masterclass at Stuart Copeland's house33:30 Recording Steve Gadd in Rochester when the SSL console dies40:48 Maynard Ferguson's band: 300 dates a year, buses, clinics, and survival48:02 Growing up in a house full of drums, vibes, and serious practice54:20 Their dad's pioneering jazz program and what “passion” meant at home1:03:00 Brooks's journey from Bad For Good to Bad Religion to Avenged Sevenfold1:10:20 Charts vs memory: how different drummers approach complex gigs1:18:30 Drummers and cars: classic 911s, Audis, and gearhead confessions1:32:40 John's vegetarian routine, health, and daily fuel1:40:52 Letting go of CDs and DVDs and living in a streaming world1:49:05 John Wackerman Drum Academy plans and Rich's clinic/tour schedule1:52:10 Closing plugs, mugs, and where to find John onlineLinks:The Rich Redmond Show site:therichredmanshow.comRich Redmond:richredmond.comPodcast production:itsyourshow.coDrum-tensive study with Rich:drumtensive.comGuest:johnwackerman.com

I stick my neck out on this Black Iron Prison Intercept, or do I? I'll take you on a journey that uncovers the Craft as a lived Hermes cult, revealing an esoteric Gnosis where the Lodge floor serves as a ritual cartography of the soul's entrapment within the material prison of the Demiurge. By receiving the Light from the East, the initiate awakens a divine spark required to transcend this material lie and return to the true, transcendent Deity. These spiritual mysteries are woven into the Cosmic Matrix of star lore, where the precession of the equinoxes and planetary elevations rhythmically dictate the rise and fall of global religious eras. Finally, the high degrees bridge the gap between antiquity and the Middle Ages, identifying Freemasonry as the mystical continuation of the Knights Templar through a chronological synchronization known as the Mirror of Time. Get The Occult Elvis: https://amzn.to/4jnTjE4 Virtual Alexandria Academy: https://thegodabovegod.com/virtual-alexandria-academy/ Gnostic Tarot Readings: https://thegodabovegod.com/gnostic-tarot-reading/ The Gnostic Tarot: https://www.makeplayingcards.com/sell/synkrasis Homepage: https://thegodabovegod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aeonbyte AB Prime: https://thegodabovegod.com/members/subscription-levels/ Voice Over services: https://thegodabovegod.com/voice-talent/ Support with donation: https://buy.stripe.com/00g16Q8RK8D93mw288 Merch store: https://aeonbyte.creator-spring.com/ Equipment Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2WEJ2CCWHALZB?&sort=default   Intro concept, visual direction, and AI-assisted creative development in collaboration with Arturo Pérez E. youtube.com/@333amTV 333am.tv Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Are invisible skills holding back your VO career? Discover what really lands voice actors consistent gigs! Unlock the true secrets to steady bookings, not just better vocal technique. In this video, we reveal the off-mic skills that transform part-timers into full-time voice over professionals: communication, consistency, professionalism, relationships, organization, resilience, and systems. Packed with real stories, quick wins, and proven strategies you can start using today.Get The 7-Day VO Outreach Roadmap FREE: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-day-outreach-challenge-roadmapStart your full VO journey: https://vopro.pro/vopro Links: (When possible, I use affiliate links and may earn a commission. See disclosure below.)▶️ Subscribe: https://vopro.pro/youtube

Get ready for the sequel of Micah Dank's excellent and exhaustive survey of Astrotheology. He'll test his methodology, but he'll also bring in archaeology and how the stars have been used across history as a control system. More than sound research, Micah will continue to prove that moving beyond literal interpretations of holy texts toward this universal celestial blueprint is critical for resolving global conflict and understanding the true marks of creation. There's a Starman waiting in the sky, and it's time you found out it's you. More on Micah: https://www.debunkmywork.com/ Get The Occult Elvis: https://amzn.to/4jnTjE4 Virtual Alexandria Academy: https://thegodabovegod.com/virtual-alexandria-academy/ Gnostic Tarot Readings: https://thegodabovegod.com/gnostic-tarot-reading/ The Gnostic Tarot: https://www.makeplayingcards.com/sell/synkrasis Homepage: https://thegodabovegod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aeonbyte AB Prime: https://thegodabovegod.com/members/subscription-levels/ Voice Over services: https://thegodabovegod.com/voice-talent/ Support with donation: https://buy.stripe.com/00g16Q8RK8D93mw288 Merch store: https://aeonbyte.creator-spring.com/ Equipment Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2WEJ2CCWHALZB?&sort=default Intro concept, visual direction, and AI-assisted creative development in collaboration with Arturo Pérez E. youtube.com/@333amTV 333am.tv Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What makes a voiceover performance truly connect with an audience? In this VO BOSS conversation, Jim Meskimen and Anne Ganguzza talk about what happens when voice actors stop simply reading the words and start communicating the thought behind them. Jim shares insights from his extensive career in voiceover, acting, improv, impressions, animation, audiobooks, television, film, and more. They discuss why the script is a path rather than a set of instructions, how preparation creates freedom, why improv makes you a stronger performer, and what it really means to be directable. The conversation also explores auditions, rejection, stage fright, building confidence, creating authentic content, and continuing to grow as a performer throughout your career. In this episode, you'll learn: Why the words are only part of the performance How to bring your own point of view to a script Why preparation can actually make you more spontaneous How improv strengthens voiceover skills What directors really mean when they ask you to be "directable" How to approach auditions and rejection Why communication has no finish line How Jim has continued to reinvent himself throughout his career Chapters: 00:00 – Meet Jim Meskimen: A Career Built on Versatility 07:20 – Overcoming Stage Fright and Building Confidence 11:00 – How Improv Strengthens Voiceover Performance 13:30 – Authenticity, Impressions, and Bringing Yourself to the Work 15:30 – Why Voice Actors Shouldn't Become Servants to the Words 21:30 – What Unexpected Moments on Set Can Teach an Actor 25:00 – Directability, Flexibility, and Creative Collaboration 27:30 – Auditions, Rejection, and Recognizing the Small Wins 33:00 – Reinvention and Creating a Sustainable Acting Career 37:30 – Content Creation as an Authentic Marketing Strategy 40:50 – Finding Freedom Within the Script Listen to the full conversation for Jim's stories, insights, and lessons from an extraordinary career in performance.  

Hey there, hero!“Look before you leap.” (Get some basic info before you head into the unknown.)…versus…“He who hesitates is lost.” (Be bold, and go for it. Damn the potential pitfalls.)So, which is the rule to follow? The answer is, like in most messy, life-y things, “it depends.”There are plenty of real world examples of “contradictory proverbs” in what we do as performers. In this episode, we talk about one specific clash of “rules” when it comes to your demos.How do you reconcile opposing rules? What strategy do you put in place when there are two (or more) ways of working things out according to the “rules”? Let me know in the comments below.REQUEST: Please join this video's conversation and see the full episode on VOHeroes, where the comments are moderated and civil, at https://voheroes.com/so-about-those-contradictory-rules/#Acting #Voice #VoiceOver #Performance #Productivity #Tips #Art #Commerce #Science #Mindset #Success #Process #Options #BestPractices #MarketingWant to be a better VO talent, actor or author? Here's how I can help you......become a VO talent (or a more successful one):     https://voheroes.com/start     ...become an audiobook narrator on ACX (if you're an actor or VO talent):     https://acxmasterclass.com/     ...narrate your own book (if you're an author):     https://narrateyourownbook.com/     ...have the most effective pop filter (especially for VO talent):     https://mikesock.com/     ...be off-book faster for on-camera auditions and work (memorize your lines):     https://rehearsal.pro/...master beautiful audiobook and podcast audio in one drag and drop move on your Mac:     https://audiocupcake.com/The VOHeroes Podcast is heroically built with:BuddyBoss | LearnDash | DreamHost | SamCart | TextExpander | Buz...

Part 2 of my conversation with Phil Stacey about choosing 10 artists to listen to for the rest of your life if you were stranded on a desert island.  Show notes: Bowie would pivot from one persona to another Phil: The Stones, but leaning heavily on the 1965-1981 period The Stones and the Who have so many compilations out In the Stones vs. Beatles argument, the Stones have the edge as a live band Jay: The Clash are one of the most important bands Not a huge catalog, but there's still plenty there The US Festival was the last gasp for the original lineup Phil: Repping for the Tedeschi Trucks Band Cover a wide range of styles and genres Jay: Another artist with a changing style and persona, PJ Harvey Not afraid to tackle new sounds  Lots of great, interesting stuff to check out Jay: Would enjoy digging further into the Cure's catalog So much to delve into Output has slowed down since the '90s Phil: His one-time favorite band, U2 Early material remains strong Hit or miss the last two decades U2's legacy has diminished because they hung around too long It's tough for legacy acts whose new material will always be compared to their classic stuff You won't hear recent music from legendary bands on the radio The fans want the hits Jay: R.E.M. has a lot of parallels to U2, except they stopped They had a dip in quality for a few albums, but stopped performing in 2011 Michael Shannon and Jason Narducy have done a great job paying tribute to classic R.E.M. albums Reminding people how great the band was They haven't reformed other than a few impromptu songs  Many bands are playing their classic albums front to back Bands like Sloan and Iron Maiden will alternate touring classic albums and new ones Completely Conspicuous is available through Apple Podcasts. Subscribe and write a review! The opening and closing theme of Completely Conspicuous is "Theme to Big F'in Pants" by Jay Breitling. Voiceover work is courtesy of James Gralian.

Return to your own Lake Chalet in this nostalgic sleep story set along the shores of Lake Reverie in Vermont. Wander into Martha and Ike's beloved General Store, where summer memories linger in the music, the scent of citronella, and the familiar rhythm of a place where everyone knows your name, before joining a joyful milestone celebration on the lake beneath a sky full of stars. For anyone longing for a kinder, more connected world, this is a story about community, enduring love, summer beauty, and the places that become part of you. It's time to dream away.Original Script, Narration, Music, Sound Design, Voiceover, and Video by Michelle Hotaling, Dreamaway Visions LLC 2026 All Rights Reserved✨YOUTUBE:

The mighty Micah Dank arrives at the Virtual Alexandria, so you know the stars are aligned for truth bombs. We'll explore the concept of astrotheology, which posits that ancient myths and major religious texts are sophisticated allegories for the sun's journey through the twelve zodiac signs. From the 17,000-year-old Lascaux cave paintings to the carvings at Göbekli Tepe, Micah will trace how diverse civilizations used animal symbols and celestial mapping to record the precession of the equinoxes. By decoding the Mazeroth cipher, learn how biblical figures and historical saviors are actually personifications of astronomical events, agricultural cycles, and seasonal shifts. Ultimately, Micah will argue that moving beyond literal interpretations of scripture toward this universal “celestial blueprint” is essential for resolving global conflict and understanding the true fingerprints of creation. More on Micah: https://www.debunkmywork.com/ Get The Occult Elvis: https://amzn.to/4jnTjE4 Virtual Alexandria Academy: https://thegodabovegod.com/virtual-alexandria-academy/ Gnostic Tarot Readings: https://thegodabovegod.com/gnostic-tarot-reading/ The Gnostic Tarot: https://www.makeplayingcards.com/sell/synkrasis Homepage: https://thegodabovegod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aeonbyte AB Prime: https://thegodabovegod.com/members/subscription-levels/ Voice Over services: https://thegodabovegod.com/voice-talent/ Support with donation: https://buy.stripe.com/00g16Q8RK8D93mw288 Merch store: https://aeonbyte.creator-spring.com/ Equipment Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2WEJ2CCWHALZB?&sort=default Intro concept, visual direction, and AI-assisted creative development in collaboration with Arturo Pérez E. youtube.com/@333amTV 333am.tv Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of the AppleVis Extra, David Nason is joined by blind software developer Yannick Plassiard for a fascinating conversation about accessibility, software development, and what happens when the person building an accessible app is also someone who relies on accessibility every day. Yannick is the developer behind App-Suite, a growing collection of accessibility-focused applications that includes aGram, aScan, aCapture, and other projects spanning MacOS, iOS, Windows, and Android.Yannick takes us back to his earliest experiences with computers, learning to program on MS-DOS and working primarily with Braille at a time when screen readers and assistive technology looked very different from what we use today. From there, he discusses a career that has taken him through accessibility, Braille technology, healthcare, financial systems, and backend development. That varied background has given him an interesting perspective on accessible software design: techniques developed to solve problems in one industry can often prove surprisingly valuable when applied somewhere else.The conversation then turns to App-Suite and the accessibility problems that inspired Yannick to start building his own applications. We hear about aScan, his approach to making document scanning and understanding easier for blind users; aCapture, which grew from his frustration with the complexity of recording and streaming audio on the Mac; and aGram, an alternative Telegram client designed with accessibility firmly in mind. Yannick also shares some of the lessons learned while developing aGram, including why newer technology isn't necessarily the best technology for every job and how performance problems led him to reconsider an initially SwiftUI-heavy approach.One of the most intriguing parts of the discussion concerns Talk Forward, Yannick's Android screen reader project. Built from the open-source foundations of TalkBack, Talk Forward explores what an Android screen reader might feel like if some of the interaction techniques familiar to VoiceOver users were brought across to Google's platform. Yannick discusses adding concepts such as rotor-style navigation, improving responsiveness, experimenting with AI-powered dictation and image descriptions, and even developing a custom keyboard in an effort to make typing more predictable and efficient. For anyone who has considered trying Android but found the transition from VoiceOver difficult, it's an especially interesting glimpse at another approach to accessible mobile interaction.David and Yannick also explore the rapidly changing relationship between artificial intelligence and software development. Yannick explains how AI tools have changed his workflow, allowing him to spend less time writing routine code and more time reviewing, testing, debugging, and thinking about how an application should actually behave. Just as importantly, he makes the distinction between making an interface technically accessible and making it genuinely pleasant and efficient to use with a screen reader. Whether you're a developer, a VoiceOver user curious about how accessible apps are made, an Android user interested in Talk Forward, or simply someone who enjoys hearing how accessibility challenges can inspire new software, there's plenty in this conversation worth hearing.Thinking About Giving It a Try?If Yannick's approach to accessibility sounds appealing, App…

JC is BACK! Vision Cast returns to full strength with JC home from Puerto Rico, Stacey James live on the panel, and the biggest crew of the summer: Salvis, JC, Stacey, George, Preston, Donald, Nora, and a hello from Katie.Donald reveals his ChatGPT-coded broadcasting software MP3 DJ now runs Super Hit Mix Radio like a "self-driving station... a Tesla station." It watches the computer clock and switches between scheduled shows automatically with clean overlaps - George testifies the Music Mayhem to DJ Cool transition was seamless. It runs massive playlists on almost no memory. Donald also announces Super Hit Mix Radio and KSRN are officially sister stations, and as Stacey puts it: Vision Cast, RCL, KSRN, Super Hit Mix - "we're all partners, we work together, we're a team."In a pre-recorded drop, Stacey reports a frustrating VoiceOver accessibility bug in her broadcaster app - the Add Tracks button reads as dimmed for screen-reader users - forcing her to delay a few scheduled shows. But the wins are bigger: she upgraded to the Broadcast 3 package, turned on Auto DJ, and KSRN is now streaming music 24/7. Coming next: a KSRN Alexa skill, mobile apps for Apple and Google Play, and a submission to Audacy, one of the biggest hubs in radio.The story of the night: Salvis plays Stacey's audio diary from her weekend boating trip at Two Rivers Marina with her mom - first time out on the little lake boat. The engine roars, the water gets bouncy, Stacey debuts her own AI-generated country theme song mid-ride... and then the ignition sputters and dies. Electrical failure, a tow to the boat launch, and the immortal line: "I was fine until Mom said we had to swim to shore." Phone and headphones survived. The panel loses it.JC recaps Puerto Rico: roosters crowing at dawn, an Airbnb in Fajardo, fried cheese squares and calamari, meeting his cousin's first baby Maximo (aka Max), singing Happy Birthday with the family, and streaming their home church service on the Airbnb's smart TV. The tech star of the trip: JC used his Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses to live-translate his Spanish-speaking family into English in real time. Plus a practical accessibility find: his new Miracase iPhone 16 Pro case finally stops muffling the bottom microphone his old case blocked.Nora joins between sessions of the virtual American Council of the Blind convention, wrapping up this week with the annual banquet - archives available on ACB Media. Her birthday landsAugust 8, right on karaoke night. And in the most loving roast of the season, Stacey weaponizes Billie Eilish's "Happier Than Ever" against George and Philip, the whole crew piles on, and Stacey announces plans for a Satan-themed birthday party for George in November. George takes it like a champ.Coming soon: JC teases "The Offering," a new song by Pastor Jeff Dewick, premiering on the playout system once permissions clear.Keep technology alive, let your talent shine.Recorded 2026-07-29. Hosted by Salvis on the VisionCast Network.

Rich Redmond and Jim McCarthy sit down with Nashville drummer and counselor Elizabeth Chan to unpack what it really takes to build a sustainable music career in 2024: from grinding on the road and tour managing, to setting healthy boundaries, negotiating contracts, and managing your mind while you chase the dream.Elizabeth shares her journey from Brooklyn churches to Liberty University, moving to Nashville at 20, landing gigs with Carrie Underwood and Lady A, and earning a master's in counseling so she can help artists unburden and stay healthy in the process.You'll hear shop talk on rates, contracts, tour management, mental health, imposter syndrome, AI and the future of music, plus a hopeful look at the rise of female drummers and what real longevity in this business looks like.Watch, share, and tag a musician or creative who needs to hear this.Timed Highlights:00:00 E-bikes, gym guilt, and seven seasons of the show02:30 Meet Elizabeth Chan: Nashville drummer and the show's first female drummer guest08:20 Learning drums in church and 10 years of free lessons11:30 The audition video that won a full-tuition scholarship12:50 Moving to Nashville at 20 and booking an audition on day one20:25 How one CCM showcase put her in front of the whole industry23:10 Life with Carrie Underwood: Vegas, drum features, and serious work ethic26:00 Connecting into Lady A through house-band award shows and Instagram DMs29:10 Doing double duty as drummer and tour manager36:00 Real talk on pay, prep time, and why low day rates don't add up44:30 Nashville's evolution: from handshakes to “the most one-sided contracts”48:10 When mental health gets real: Elizabeth's mom, therapy, and a new path57:00 Imposter syndrome on big tours and talking to your “child” vs “adult” self1:00:40 Getting her counseling degree during COVID and launching Arrow Counseling1:05:00 How therapists avoid taking clients' pain home1:08:10 Self-care routines: yoga, pools, oceans, and real community1:16:10 Helping younger musicians figure out run rate, budgets, and boundaries1:23:00 AI, music, and why we may run back to live, imperfect bands1:30:00 Red pandas, otters, and guilty pleasuresLinks:The Rich Redmond Show site:therichredmanshow.comRich Redmond:richredmond.comPodcast production:itsyourshow.coDrum-tensive study with Rich:drumtensive.comElizabeth: elizabethrchan on Instagram, Arrow Counseling (Nashville)

The dead man does not know the value of his coffin. This episode comes to us from Mind Your Own! Mind Your Own is a storytelling podcast navigating what it means to belong, all from the African perspective. Join Lupita Nyong'o as she shares tales of her own and dives into the lives of real people finding their way in new worlds of every kind. Listen to and enjoy Mind Your Own on any podcast platform! This episode contains strong language and graphic imagery. Sensitive listeners, please be advised.“Comeuppance”12-year-old Lupita's split-second playground decision haunts her for years.Produced by Regina Bediako & Marisa Dodge. Original score by Clay Xavier.“Graveyard Shift”John Kibera has found the hustle to end all hustles in Nairobi. The shillings pour in. But one day, a job goes very, very wrong.Thank you, John, for sharing your story with us.Produced by David Exumé. Original score by Lalin St. Juste and Sam Law. Translation by Salome Nduku. Voiceover by Ndungi Githuku. Special thanks to our fixer Michael Kaloki.Original Mind Your Own theme song by Sandra Lawson-Ndu AKA Sandu Ndu x Peachcurls ft. Ehiorobo. This episode also featured the song O.T.T by Rouge.Executive Producers: Glynn Washington and Mark RistichManaging Editor: Regina BediakoDirector of Production: Marisa DodgeSeries Producers: David Exumé and Priscilla AlabiMusic Supervisor: Sandra Lawson-NduStory Scouts: Ashley Okwuosa, Fiona Nyong'o, Jessica Kariisa, Lesedi Oluko MocheEditors: Nancy López and Anna SussmanEngineering: Miles LassiOperations Manager: Florene WileyStory Consultant: John FecileGraphic Design: Jemimah EkehOriginal Artwork: Mateus SitholeSpecial Thanks: Allan Coye, Jake Kleinberg, Samara Still, Sarah Yoo, Warner Music Group, and AfripodsMind Your Own is a production of KQED's Snap Studios, with sales and distribution by Lemonada Media. Hosted and produced by Lupita Nyong'o. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

The sequel to Raad Enlightenment's show at the Virtual Alexandria will be even more of a snake bite. We'll cover again the hidden reality of a simulated Matrix constructed by predatory reptilian entities to siphon human life force and keep consciousness trapped in a survival-based state? He'll expand and bring more startling ideas on how to deprogram from the Black Iron Prison and unleash our limitless consciousness connected to the divine source. From alternative timelines to social engineering, get ready for a maze of profound revelations and weapons to overcome the lizard people. More on J: https://linktr.ee/raadenlightenment Get The Occult Elvis: https://amzn.to/4jnTjE4 Virtual Alexandria Academy: https://thegodabovegod.com/virtual-alexandria-academy/ Gnostic Tarot Readings: https://thegodabovegod.com/gnostic-tarot-reading/ The Gnostic Tarot: https://www.makeplayingcards.com/sell/synkrasis Homepage: https://thegodabovegod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aeonbyte AB Prime: https://thegodabovegod.com/members/subscription-levels/ Voice Over services: https://thegodabovegod.com/voice-talent/ Support with donation: https://buy.stripe.com/00g16Q8RK8D93mw288 Merch store: https://aeonbyte.creator-spring.com/ Equipment Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2WEJ2CCWHALZB?&sort=default Intro concept, visual direction, and AI-assisted creative development in collaboration with Arturo Pérez E. youtube.com/@333amTV 333am.tv Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Harrison introduces **Deyesfree **, an accessible dice rolling app built specifically with VoiceOver users in mind. Rather than adapting a traditional visual interface, the app was designed from the ground up to provide a fast, intuitive experience for blind and low vision users while remaining equally enjoyable for anyone looking for a simple digital dice roller. Throughout the introduction, Harrison shares the story behind the app, the inspiration for creating it, and the accessibility decisions that shaped its development.The demonstration begins with a guided tour of the app's interface before moving into practical examples of rolling dice for games such as Monopoly, Yahtzee, and Dungeons & Dragons. Harrison shows how to create custom dice rolls, save frequently used presets, hold individual dice while re-rolling the rest, review previous rolls using the history feature, sort dice, and customize the app's speech and sound settings. Along the way, he explains how each feature helps make tabletop gaming faster and more enjoyable without requiring users to work around a sighted interface.As the episode continues, Harrison explores several of the app's advanced capabilities, including Bluetooth keyboard support, configurable voice speed, optional ambient sound effects, multilingual support, and integration with Siri Shortcuts. He also demonstrates the Apple Watch companion, showing how players can quickly roll common dice directly from their wrist or access synchronized presets from the iPhone app. These features work together to create an experience that is both accessible and efficient whether you're playing a casual board game or a lengthy tabletop role-playing campaign.Whether you're an experienced tabletop gamer, new to role-playing games, or simply interested in thoughtfully designed accessible software, this episode provides an excellent look at how accessibility can enhance—not limit—the user experience. Harrison's walkthrough highlights both the practical features of Deyesfree and the design philosophy behind creating an app that feels truly native for VoiceOver users.Thinking About Giving It a Try?If Deyesfree sounds like something you'd enjoy, it's available as a free download from the App Store. The app is developed by Harrison Tu and is designed to make rolling dice quick, intuitive, and fully accessible for VoiceOver users while remaining just as useful for low vision and sighted players. According to the current App Store listing, the app is available at no cost and falls under the Entertainment category. ([App Store][1])You can learn more or download the app using the following resources:App Store:DeyesFree on the App StoreAppleVis App Directory:DeyesFree on AppleVisTranscriptDisclaimer: This transcript was generated by AI Note Taker – VoicePen, an AI-powered transcription app. It is not edited or formatted, and it may not accurately capture the speakers' names, voices, or content.Harrison: Hello everyone. Um hello Apple Vis. My name is Harrison2, and I am…

Building a successful voiceover career takes far more than talent behind the microphone. In this episode, Anne Ganguzza shares the lessons she wishes someone had told her before turning voice acting into a business. From marketing and client relationships to financial planning, resilience, and overcoming perfectionism, Anne explores what it really takes to build a sustainable voice acting career. She explains why success isn't defined by one big booking, but by the consistent actions that create long-term growth. If you're serious about building a voiceover business, this conversation will help you shift your mindset from chasing milestones to creating a career that lasts. In this episode, you'll learn: Why performance is only part of a successful voiceover career The business skills every voice actor needs How to handle rejection and failure without losing momentum Why marketing is an ongoing part of your business The importance of financial planning and client relationships How progress—not perfection—creates opportunities What real, lasting voice actor success looks like Podcast Chapters 00:00 – No One Tells You How Hard It Really Is 06:15 – Performance Is Only Half the Job 12:48 – Why Success Is a Moving Target 18:32 – Learning to Embrace Failure 24:40 – Progress Over Perfection 30:55 – Building a Career That Lasts Whether you're just starting your voiceover career or looking to grow your voiceover business, this episode offers practical insights to help you build a career you'll love for years to come.

Hey there, hero!If you find yourself looking at how those you know (or you) are really good at coming up with dreams in life, goals to be fulfilled and destinations they (or you) would like to arrive at in life……but they (or you) never quite get to some, or many, or most, or almost all of them……remember that the easiest part is to use that creative energy in your makeup and simply envision those dreams, goals and destinations.Finding oneself complaining that one never gets anywhere in life might just boil down to being super diligent about the second half of the title phrase of this episode. Execution. Persistence. The work.And often, all one needs is a reminder: Work the work. One can't just dream the dream.Let's look at this simple connection in this episode.Do you know people like that? Might that someone sometimes be…you (I know that, sometimes, it can be me!)? Let me know in the comments below.REQUEST: Please join this video's conversation and see the full episode on VOHeroes, where the comments are moderated and civil, at https://voheroes.com/the-dream-is-seductive-the-pursuit-is-productive/#Acting #Voice #VoiceOver #Performance #Productivity #Tips #Art #Commerce #Science #Mindset #Success #Process #Options #BestPractices #MarketingWant to be a better VO talent, actor or author? Here's how I can help you......become a VO talent (or a more successful one):     https://voheroes.com/start     ...become an audiobook narrator on ACX (if you're an actor or VO talent):     https://acxmasterclass.com/     ...narrate your own book (if you're an author):     https://narrateyourownbook.com/     ...have the most effective pop filter (especially for VO talent):     https://mikesock.com/     ...be off-book faster for on-camera auditions and work (memorize your lines):     https://rehearsal.pro/...master beautiful audiobook and podcast audio in one drag and drop move on your Mac:     https://audiocupcake.com/The VOHeroes Podcast is heroically built with:BuddyBoss | LearnDash | DreamHost | SamCart | TextExpander | Buz...

Your quick tips run deep this week. Learn why snapping a throwaway photo is the fastest route to every picture you’ve ever taken at that spot, then rediscover Libby for free ebooks and audiobooks from your public library. You’ll find the hidden Attachments Browser in Notes (Command-3) that filters your notes by scans, documents, maps, and websites — plus a reminder that tagging still beats foldering. Drag the items in the Messages plus menu into the order you actually use them, right-click your Activity Monitor column headers to surface the data you’re missing, and open two windows on the same Excel or FileMaker document so building formulas stops feeling like guesswork. Scott explains why he left Mint Mobile for US Mobile and put his two lines on two different networks, and Ron shows you how VoiceOver can read the date the moment your iPhone wakes. Don’t Get Caught assuming your QR scans are saved: the Code Scanner app throws away your link history when you close it, so use the Camera app or tap through to Safari. Then things get interesting. Dave walks through migrating to a new M4 mini without Migration Assistant, using Homebrew casks to reinstall apps cleanly instead of dragging years of cruft along. Adam reports from the iOS 27 public beta where the new Siri is finally delivering — except it keeps misgendering his kids based on their first names, and the fix might live in your contact records. Paul shares first impressions of the Golden Gate beta, and Ron’s question sparks a real conversation about whether a VPN or iCloud Private Relay deserves the spot on your device (spoiler: they don’t play nicely together). You’ll get honest advice on whether to buy the next iPhone or wait, plus clarity on encrypted drives, exFAT, and why moving to APFS is the safer bet: back up first, because you will lose data. 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Do voice actors really need in ear monitors? They offer excellent isolation and can sound fantastic, but they can also feel uncomfortable, create an unnatural sense of pressure, and make it harder to hear your own voice unless your direct monitoring is set up properly. In this episode, George, Robert, Robbo and AP look at when headphone isolation genuinely matters, including WALA sessions, radio interviews, music driven reads, remote recording, pickups and situations where headphone bleed can end up permanently embedded in the recording. They also consider the complete opposite approach. Rather than blocking everything out, could lightweight open headphones give voice actors a more natural performance while still providing enough cue audio for punch and roll recording? Robbo shares how headphone bleed unexpectedly saved part of a previous Pro Audio Suite episode. A damaged recording contained a missing line from Robert, but a faint version had leaked into another host's headphones. After gaining it up, processing it and running it through Waves ReGen, Robbo was able to slip the repaired line back into the episode. The team also discusses reading to music, reading to picture, custom in ear monitors, cheap Koss headphones, modular AIAIAI headphones, and Robert's experimental plan to eliminate Source Connect echo with a ribbon microphone, a loudspeaker and some carefully aimed figure-eight rejection. IN THIS EPISODE Why voice actors consider in ear monitors When headphone bleed actually causes problems Why WALA sessions require serious isolation Radio interviews and remote recording echo Recording pickups when music has leaked into the original take Reading voiceover scripts with music underneath When music improves a performance Reading to picture and visual timing cues How headphone bleed helped rescue a damaged podcast episode Using Waves ReGen to reconstruct missing dialogue Robert's figure eight microphone experiment Why sealed in ears can make some performers feel uncomfortable The importance of direct monitoring with IEMs Open headphones for punch and roll recording Affordable Koss headphones for voice actors Custom moulded in ears Modular AIAIAI TMA headphones

A warm welcome to this immersive bedtime story. Tonight you will stumble upon an enchanted garden, where an elf companion waits to lead you on a healing journey through their kingdom, and will help you drift off into the most wonderful sleep. If you would like to enjoy ad-free content, exclusive sleep stories, live readings and more, then you can join our wonderful Patreon community here: https://www.patreon.com/sleepycatmeditations *With the rise of AI generated content, I feel it appropriate to reassure you that I am a human creator, with a deep love of storytelling, meditation and sleep. I work on my own to bring you as many varied tracks as possible, and I hope you continue to enjoy my creations!* Writing, Voiceover & Edits property of © Sleepy Cat Meditations (est. 2020). All rights reserved.  Music by Liborio Conti & Enlightened Audio SFX are Homemade or from Freesound / YouTube Audio Library

CHECK YOUR BASEMENT RN! Cause there could be a blood thirsty monster OR a new friend living down there! On this week's episode of Katie Afraidy we chat CASTLE FREAK 1995 with comedian and star of the movie, Cackle Freak!Katie Afraidy is a horror movie review podcast where host, horror fanatic, and comedian Katie Hettenbach talks with comedians, actors, and filmmakers about horror movies!An American family (Jeffrey Combs, Barbara Crampton, Jessica Dollarhide) that has suffered tragedy inherits an Italian castle complete with bloodthirsty monster.WANT STICKERS? https://www.stickermule.com/katieafraidySubscirbe on Patreon for EXTENDED UNCUT Episodes, Stickers, and SO MUCH MORE! https://www.patreon.com/KatieAfraidyGet ready for more chaos coming every TUESDAY! Old episodes of Horror at The Store will be reposted to YouTube every THURSDAY! Use code KATIEAFRAIDY25 to get 25% off of your Fangoria subscription !Check out Filmcraft Studio Gear!https://www.instagram.com/filmcraftla/Please don't forget to subscribe, share, and give us a review! Love my little spooky community! Follow us on Socials!https://www.instagram.com/katie.afraidy/https://www.instagram.com/kthetty/https://www.tiktok.com/@katie.afraidyhttps://www.tiktok.com/@kthettyProduced by Keida Mascarohttps://www.instagram.com/keidamascaro/The Cave Podcast Studiohttps://www.instagram.com/thecavepodcaststudio/Voiceover by Devyn Perryhttps://www.instagram.com/devynbperry/?hl=enSubscribe wherever you get your podcasts!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/katie-afraidy/id1647102737https://open.spotify.com/show/33nXkTFCfsGqcWBckdm952

Celebrating TWENTY YEARS of podcasting with part 1 of my conversation with Phil Stacey about choosing 10 artists to listen to for the rest of your life if you were stranded on a desert island.  Show notes: Started this show in August 2006! Instead of Desert Island Discs, we each chose 10 artists that we'd be limited to hearing on a desert island Mixing up genres Jay: I ruled out a lot of classic rock acts that I've listened to all my life Limiting artists to music that came out under their name, not in other groups This magical island has killer WiFi Phil's honorable mentions: Bowie, Phish, Ella Fitzgerald, Drive-By Truckers, Tom Petty, Pearl Jam, Billie Holliday, Talking Heads, The Who, Joni Mitchell, Kinks, Pretenders, Nirvana, Sleater-Kinney Jay's HMs: Kinks, Pavement, Pixies, QOTSA, Afghan Whigs, Peter Gabriel, XTC, James Brown, PJ, Spoon, Superchunk, Tragically Hip, Yo La Tengo, Sloan, Elvis Costello Island picks Jay and Phil: Neil Young So much NY material out there Neil has a varied catalog of styles  Phil: The Beatles, naturally Incredibly influential and wide-ranging catalog in a handful of years Jay: Going outside the box with Fugazi Total DIY operation, only charged $5 per concert and album Only played non-traditional venues like school gyms and small clubs Phil: Not a jazz aficionado, but John Coltrane makes the cut Drugs are bad, mmkay? Jay: Drive-By Truckers have close to 30 years of hard-driving rock, alt-country and everything in between Not much in the way of popular attention Phil: He loves the modern jam band stylings of Goose Jay and Phil: The massive legacy of Prince The best Super Bowl halftime performance Prince could do everything well Phil: The Grateful Dead built a huge following under the radar Survived decades of trends and change They're still popular 30 years after they stopped making music Jay: The collected works of Parliament-Funkadelic They were two different bands with a rotating roster that eventually merged Combined rock with funk and soul George Clinton and a cast of thousands Phil: The mighty Led Zeppelin Embraced different sounds There are still Zep albums that are underplayed Jay: Bowie's chameleonic career Is Madonna the most successful female artist of all time? Incredible string of great albums from the '70s to the '80s To be continued Completely Conspicuous is available through Apple Podcasts. Subscribe and write a review! The opening and closing theme of Completely Conspicuous is "Theme to Big F'in Pants" by Jay Breitling. Voiceover work is courtesy of James Gralian.

The railroad crew sings as they work at laying track for the Union Pacific. Voiceover offers more background on the famous completion of the railroad line, and it's importance in…

8/3/26: Co-Host Megan Zinn. Meg Ryan, Public Health Nurse with FRCOG, on you v. mosquitos and tics; what you don't know can hurt you. Whatcha readin'? Sister talk with Megan Zinn and Joanna Ryan. Sen Jo Comerford on the Freedom to Read bill, the Protect Act, long-term care legislation, data privacy, workplace violence, energy affordability, economic development, funding for higher ed, and more. SportsMan Scott Coen on the Red Sox rebound and what they'll do today-- the trade deadline. Joanna Rubiner, Voiceover Artist: the real and the reel.

Let me get you caught up on my health and give me another chance to thank you. As I've mentioned, it's not Spinal Stenosis, but another worrying malady. Despite its seriousness, there has been a lot of good news, including holistic results and even a healing vision from Sophia. On the material side, I've got a traditional treatment ready that I'll share with you. Bring your general questions on Gnosticism, and I'll also provide a presentation about how the Gnostic approached the meatsack and healing in general. Look forward to interacting with you at the Virtual Alexandria. Get The Occult Elvis: https://amzn.to/4jnTjE4 Virtual Alexandria Academy: https://thegodabovegod.com/virtual-alexandria-academy/ Gnostic Tarot Readings: https://thegodabovegod.com/gnostic-tarot-reading/ The Gnostic Tarot: https://www.makeplayingcards.com/sell/synkrasis Homepage: https://thegodabovegod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aeonbyte AB Prime: https://thegodabovegod.com/members/subscription-levels/ Voice Over services: https://thegodabovegod.com/voice-talent/ Support with donation: https://buy.stripe.com/00g16Q8RK8D93mw288 Merch store: https://aeonbyte.creator-spring.com/ Equipment Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2WEJ2CCWHALZB?&sort=default Intro concept, visual direction, and AI-assisted creative development in collaboration with Arturo Pérez E. youtube.com/@333amTV 333am.tv Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Born and raised in Nashville, Tucker Wilson grew up surrounded by true country music royalty: a grandfather in the Grand Ole Opry staff band, family ties to The Whites, and Uncle Ricky Skaggs holding him the day he was born. Today, Tucker is the powerhouse drummer behind Justin Moore, playing arena and shed tours, cutting number one country records, and rocking with his own band Dog Violet.In this episode of The Rich Redmond Show, Tucker opens up about his musical lineage, quitting drinking in 2023, dialing in massive Gretsch drum sounds, networking the right way in Nashville, and balancing dad life with the road.Timed highlights:0:00 It'sYourShow.co add, cold open, and intro3:57 Quitting alcohol, losing 35 pounds, and playing better8:01 Meet Tucker Wilson: Nashville native and Justin Moore's drummer16:01 Grand Ole Opry staff band stories and “Spider” Wilson19:40 The Whites, Ricky Skaggs, and a family of bluegrass legends22:07 Avoiding the “nepo baby” label and earning it the hard way30:24 Big beat country drumming and Tucker's Gretsch setup35:14 “John Bonham in Lynyrd Skynyrd”: landing the Justin Moore gig42:30 Why drummers should listen to bluegrass and music with no drums52:07 Eddie Bayers, Lonnie Wilson, Greg Morrow, Chad Cromwell56:58 Playing on Justin Moore's 2023 album and first number one59:06 “This Is My Dirt” and “Time's Ticking” hit stories1:00:00 Leaving social media for sanity, sobriety, and family1:05:20 Golf, tour life, and keeping your body moving on the road1:11:00 Studio at home, chasing drum tones, and unmasterable crafts1:14:31 Dog Violet: Tucker's rock power trio on Spotify and Apple MusicLinks:The Rich Redmond Show site:therichredmanshow.comRich Redmond:richredmond.comPodcast production:itsyourshow.coDrum-tensive study with Rich:drumtensive.comTucker Wilson's Instagram:@_tuckerwilson

In this episode of the AppleVis Extra podcast, David Nason is joined by Quinton Williams, the developer of VAL: Voice, Alarm & Chimes. Quintin shares the story behind creating the app, how a personal interest in accessible talking clocks inspired the project, and how an idea that began as a simple experiment quickly evolved into a feature-rich app for iPhone and Mac.The conversation explores Quintin's unconventional path into software development. Rather than following a traditional programming background, Quinton discusses how he is using modern AI tools alongside Swift development to learn by building real-world projects. He talks candidly about the benefits and challenges of AI-assisted development, emphasizing the importance of understanding the code rather than relying on AI-generated solutions without learning from them.Listeners will also hear about the design philosophy behind VAL, including its extensive customization options, support for Apple's new AlarmKit framework, compatibility with Steve's Talking Clock, and plans for an online library where users will be able to share custom clocks and sound packs. Quintin also discusses the realities of independent app development, including beta testing, accessibility, App Store approval, automation tools like Fastlane, and balancing development across multiple Apple platforms.Whether you're interested in accessibility, app development, or simply enjoy hearing how members of the AppleVis community are creating innovative software, this episode offers an engaging look behind the scenes of an ambitious accessibility-focused project. Be sure to listen to the full conversation to hear Quintin's experiences, future plans for VAL, and his insights into building apps with today's development tools.Resources & LinksAppleVis – Announcing AnonyMouse's App Pick of the Month for May 2026: VAL: Voice, Alarm & Chimeshttps://applevis.com/blog/announcing-anonymouses-app-pick-month-may-2026-val-voice-alarm-chimesDownload VAL: Voice, Alarm & Chimes on the App Storehttps://apps.apple.com/us/app/val-voice-alarm-chimes/id6760596283Join the Conversation: Preorders for my clock app are live!For the latest updates, beta testing opportunities, and community discussion about VAL, be sure to visit the AppleVis pages linked above.Thanks for listening to the AppleVis Extra podcast.TranscriptDisclaimer: This transcript was generated by AI Note Taker – VoicePen, an AI-powered transcription app. It is not edited or formatted, and it may not accurately capture the speakers' names, voices, or content.David: Hi there, and welcome to the AppleViz Extra podcast. My name is Dave Nason. I'm delighted to be with you again with another episode in our mini-series talking to blind and low vision developers. We thought it would be really cool to put a bit of focus on people from within our community who are coding and creating great apps for us and…

Discover how ChromeVox on Chromebooks is transforming accessible computing for blind users. With insights from Charmaine Cole of the Accessible Learning Lounge, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece explore whether Chromebooks can truly replace traditional PCs or Macs for everyday tasks. In this episode of Double Tap, Steven and Shaun dive into the world of Chromebooks and Google's built-in screen reader, ChromeVox. They're joined by Charmaine Cole, who has recently expanded her Accessible Learning Lounge courses to include training for ChromeVox, NVDA, and VoiceOver. Together, they discuss how Chromebooks perform for blind users, the surprising accessibility improvements in ChromeVox, and how these affordable devices could meet daily computing needs like email, Google Docs, and cloud work. Charmaine shares her journey of learning ChromeVox, the benefits of free screen reader tools, and the accessibility challenges still present in areas like Braille support and missing place markers. The conversation also touches on inconsistent hotel accessibility, the rising cost of tech, and why Chromebooks might be the budget-friendly solution for many users. Like what you hear? Share your thoughts in the comments, subscribe for more accessible tech discussions, and check out Charmaine Cole's courses for 10% off with code doubletap. Relevant Links Accessible Learning Lounge: https://accessiblelearning.gumroad.com ----Follow on:YouTube: https://www.doubletaponair.com/youtubeX (formerly Twitter): https://www.doubletaponair.com/xInstagram: https://www.doubletaponair.com/instagramTikTok: https://www.doubletaponair.com/tiktokThreads: https://www.doubletaponair.com/threadsFacebook: https://www.doubletaponair.com/facebookLinkedIn: https://www.doubletaponair.com/linkedinSubscribe to the Podcast:Apple: https://www.doubletaponair.com/appleSpotify: https://www.doubletaponair.com/spotifyRSS: https://www.doubletaponair.com/podcastiHeadRadio: https://www.doubletaponair.com/iheartAbout Double TapHosted by the insightful duo, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, Double Tap is a treasure trove of information for anyone who's blind or partially sighted and has a passion for tech. Steven and Shaun not only demystify tech, but they also regularly feature interviews and welcome guests from the community, fostering an interactive and engaging environment. Tune in every day of the week, and you'll discover how technology can seamlessly integrate into your life, enhancing daily tasks and experiences, even if your sight is limited."Double Tap" is a registered trademark of Double Tap Productions Inc. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We'll delve into the evolution of my astral guest, singer-songwriter, journalist, and author Nikolas Schreck, charting his spiritual journey into the ancient heresy of inner knowing. We'll focus on Schreck's deep embracing of Gnosticism, specifically his belief in the transcendent godhead symbolized by Abraxas. Get ready to learn all about this Gnostic supreme deity, including the views of Basilides, CG Jung, Herman Hesse, Stephan Hoeller, and even Charles Manson. He'll also provide new scholarship on Abraxas and what you can do to experience this entity, if you dare. Lastly, we had fun discussing the esoteric side of Elvis, Bowie, and Philip K. Dick. And the Egyptian God Set entered the chat plenty of times. Get The Occult Elvis: https://amzn.to/4jnTjE4 Virtual Alexandria Academy: https://thegodabovegod.com/virtual-alexandria-academy/ Gnostic Tarot Readings: https://thegodabovegod.com/gnostic-tarot-reading/ The Gnostic Tarot: https://www.makeplayingcards.com/sell/synkrasis Homepage: https://thegodabovegod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aeonbyte AB Prime: https://thegodabovegod.com/members/subscription-levels/ Voice Over services: https://thegodabovegod.com/voice-talent/ Support with donation: https://buy.stripe.com/00g16Q8RK8D93mw288 Merch store: https://aeonbyte.creator-spring.com/ Equipment Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2WEJ2CCWHALZB?&sort=default Intro concept, visual direction, and AI-assisted creative development in collaboration with Arturo Pérez E. youtube.com/@333amTV 333am.tv Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Let's provide a technical decryption of the Book of Revelation, framing its apocalyptic events as a managed “System Reset” designed to harvest human kinetic energy. This research comes from Rev. Clifford L. Falen Jr and his book, The Revelation Protocol. We'll investigate the hidden influence of the Anunnaki, who acted as planetary administrators to lock humanity into a 3,600-year recursive loop of debt and labor. You'll learn how our biology was engineered with a 3% materialist code that tethers consciousness to the physical realm, while a dormant 97% Glistening Factor remains as our true connection to the universal source. By decoding the “Prophetic Recipe” in the Book of Revelation used to project a simulated reality across the sky-screen, this series reveals the internal frequency adjustments necessary to bypass the Warden's grid and achieve a sovereign exit. Get The Occult Elvis: https://amzn.to/4jnTjE4 Virtual Alexandria Academy: https://thegodabovegod.com/virtual-alexandria-academy/ Gnostic Tarot Readings: https://thegodabovegod.com/gnostic-tarot-reading/ The Gnostic Tarot: https://www.makeplayingcards.com/sell/synkrasis Homepage: https://thegodabovegod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aeonbyte AB Prime: https://thegodabovegod.com/members/subscription-levels/ Voice Over services: https://thegodabovegod.com/voice-talent/ Support with donation: https://buy.stripe.com/00g16Q8RK8D93mw288 Merch store: https://aeonbyte.creator-spring.com/ Equipment Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2WEJ2CCWHALZB?&sort=default Intro concept, visual direction, and AI-assisted creative development in collaboration with Arturo Pérez E. youtube.com/@333amTV 333am.tv Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chapter 1: The Trap of Practicing in a Vacuum (00:00 – 04:28) Anne introduces Tom Dheere and lays out the core mystery: why do highly talented voice actors stop booking? Tom references Jeff Colvin's landmark book Talent is Overrated, breaking down how elite performers across industries (like Tiger Woods or Mozart) rely entirely on the quantity and quality of deliberate practice. He warns that a massive trap for rising talent is practicing in a vacuum. Without a performance coach or objective professional director to provide constructive feedback, talent listen back to their files with subjective, untrained ears and end up cementing bad structural habits. Chapter 2: Reps vs. Experimentation (04:29 – 07:34) Anne highlights why she assigns rigorous homework to her students—not to cause stress, but to build operational muscle memory. She notes that the real learning happens in the quiet moments between sessions when a student forces themselves to analyze, record, edit, and upload a new script daily. Tom introduces a vital distinction between practice and experimentation. Practice is the mechanical repetition of reps. Experimentation means putting on a psychological "lab coat" to explore diverse emotional subtexts—such as shifting a line from frustration to envy or adoration—ensuring an actor doesn't get stuck in an undirectable rut. Chapter 3: The Intention of the Copywriter (07:35 – 10:21) Anne shares an anecdote from a recent group class where a copywriter validated her baseline training philosophy: every single word on a script was written with explicit intention and purpose. If an actor rushes into their home studio and records an audition without investigating why those specific words exist on the page, the resulting delivery sounds flat, stereotypical, and contrived. Chapter 4: The 500-File Slush Pile (10:22 – 12:47) Tom provides a sobering glimpse into the brutal logistics of a major casting call. When a director receives 500 auditions for a single corporate or commercial spot: The first 100 files are instantly deleted because they failed to follow basic filename formatting rules. The next 100 files are discarded because the talent slipped into a sterile, melodic announcer cadence (da-da-da-da-da-da) within the first five seconds. The final selection comes down to the actors who make strong, distinct, and logical choices right out of the gate, honoring the semantic hierarchy of the text. Chapter 5: Overworking the File vs. Seeking the Truth (12:48 – 15:35) Anne and Tom warn against letting the pendulum swing too far in the opposite direction. New voice actors frequently overwork an audition, recording multiple takes and over-analyzing their delivery until the final file sounds heavily manufactured and performative. Tom shares a brilliant rule from legendary audiobook narrator Johnny Heller: your primary job in every single genre of voiceover is to seek the text's truth. Whether you are reading a cinematic historical narrative or shouting about used cars for an auto lot, you must deliver a believable, raw human point of view. Chapter 6: The Demographic Filter & Fresh Batteries (15:36 – 22:14) The hosts tackle the reality of the demographic filter. A voice actor can turn in a technically flawless, award-worthy performance but still lose the job simply because their voice print doesn't line up with the specific targeted audience (e.g., Medicare recipients vs. baseball fans). Tom notes that modern buyers have fresh batteries in their "BS detectors" and demand peer-to-peer authenticity. Anne shares that her highest-booking auditions are consistently the ones she treated as an honest interaction, rather than trying to match an artificial melody she imagined hearing on the air. Chapter 7: The Meta-Data of the 3 Portals (22:15 – End) Tom delivers a masterclass in tracking business metrics, revealing that he completed exactly 1,492 auditions in 2024 and 1,659 auditions in 2025. By auditing his spreadsheets, Tom discovered a powerful pattern: 75% of his total voiceover revenue is generated by repeat business, while 25% comes from direct auditions. He shares how analyzing his booked auditions across his Three Portals (Representation, Online Casting, and Self-Marketing) allowed him to track shifting industry trends, noticing his bookings naturally migrated from bright, casual tones in 2024 toward heavy, chesty gravitas in 2025. Top 10 Boss Takeaways Talent is just the baseline: Possessing a natural storytelling gene means nothing if you fail to develop your technical skills. Focus heavily on mastering Colvin's principle of deliberate, high-quality practice. Stop listening with subjective ears: Practicing in isolation reinforces bad booth habits. Invest in an objective performance coach or a verified industry peer who will give you hard, honest structural feedback. Master the complete production sequence: Homework isn't just about vocal tracking. Use your practice hours to master script analysis, audio file editing, and data uploading so your operational pipeline becomes seamless. Put on the psychological lab coat: Avoid getting married to a single vocal delivery. Force yourself to run script experiments using contrasting emotional anchors—like shifting from clinical authority to friendly advice—to keep your performance fluid and directable. Honor the copywriter's intent: Copywriters spend hours fine-tuning text to hit specific marketing targets. Honor their labor by uncovering the specific purpose behind every noun, adjective, and punctuation mark before you hit record. Eliminate the mechanical announcer cadence: Buyers will tune you out within the first three seconds if you slip into a predictive, rhythmic vocal melody. Make a distinct, grounded acting choice right out of the gate. Adhere strictly to filename data specs: If a casting notice requests a specific label format (e.g., LastName_FirstName_Brand.mp3), follow it to the letter. Casting directors handle hundreds of files and will delete non-compliant data instantly without listening. Ditch the 15-take audition spiral: Over-analyzing your audio files destroys human naturalness. Cap yourself at three distinct takes, select the most honest file, delete the structural waste, and submit. Balance your Three Portals synergetically: Do not pass judgment on specific marketing avenues. Representation, Online Casting (Pay-to-Plays), and Self-Marketing exist in a synergistic loop—improving your output on one portal naturally sharpens your conversion rate on the others. Track your business meta-data to spot trends: Log every single audition, portal source, genre, and booking. Stepping back quarterly to track structural patterns will show you exactly which vocal signatures are driving revenue in the current marketplace.  

Many voice actors know the term conversational read—but fewer understand what actually makes a performance feel authentic. George welcomes Hugh P. Klitzke to discuss the evolution of conversational voiceover, the changing casting landscape, and why coaching has become more important than ever. Hugh shares his unconventional path into voiceover, lessons learned working behind the scenes at a New York talent agency, and how those experiences shaped his teaching philosophy. They also discuss Hugh's popular Open Studio coaching sessions, the value of letting performers observe real coaching in action, and why creating genuinely helpful free content has become one of the strongest ways to build trust in today's voiceover community. Whether you're a newer talent or several years into your career, this episode offers valuable insight into developing stronger performances—not just better recordings. Episode Timeline 00:00 – Introduction and podcast setup 03:10 – Hugh's musical background and unexpected path into voiceover 10:45 – Working behind the scenes at a New York talent agency 18:20 – Why Hugh eventually began coaching actors 26:40 – Leaving the agency and launching his own coaching business 33:15 – Building the Conversational VO brand 40:30 – Why conversational reads are harder than they sound 49:05 – The philosophy behind Open Studio 58:20 – Helping experienced voice actors solve performance problems 1:08:15 – Creating free educational content that provides real value 1:15:40 – Final thoughts and where to learn more

How many ghosts? 13 mf GHOSTS! On this week's episode of Katie Afraidy we have many the loopiest episode to exist covering the whirlwind that is THIR13EN GHOSTS with comedian, actor, and filmmaker Matt Catanzano!Katie Afraidy is a horror movie review podcast where host, horror fanatic, and comedian Katie Hettenbach talks with comedians, actors, and filmmakers about horror movies!A state-of-the-art remake of the classic William Castle horror film about a family that inherits a spectacular old house from an eccentric uncle. There's just one problem: the house seems to have a dangerous agenda all its own. Trapped in their new home by strangely shifting walls, the family encounters powerful and vengeful entities that threaten to annihilate anyone in their path.WANT STICKERS? https://www.stickermule.com/katieafraidySubscirbe on Patreon for EXTENDED UNCUT Episodes, Stickers, and SO MUCH MORE! https://www.patreon.com/KatieAfraidyGet ready for more chaos coming every TUESDAY! Old episodes of Horror at The Store will be reposted to YouTube every THURSDAY! Use code KATIEAFRAIDY25 to get 25% off of your Fangoria subscription !Check out Filmcraft Studio Gear!https://www.instagram.com/filmcraftla/Please don't forget to subscribe, share, and give us a review! Love my little spooky community! Follow us on Socials!https://www.instagram.com/katie.afraidy/https://www.instagram.com/kthetty/https://www.tiktok.com/@katie.afraidyhttps://www.tiktok.com/@kthettyProduced by Keida Mascarohttps://www.instagram.com/keidamascaro/The Cave Podcast Studiohttps://www.instagram.com/thecavepodcaststudio/Voiceover by Devyn Perryhttps://www.instagram.com/devynbperry/?hl=enSubscribe wherever you get your podcasts!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/katie-afraidy/id1647102737https://open.spotify.com/show/33nXkTFCfsGqcWBckdm952

Ready to find more ancient structures on our favorite alien planet? This discovery includes a D-shaped structure located within the Astapus Colles area of Mars, west of the Elysium Planitia region. It is part of a larger complex of six geometrically shaped structures. For this exploration, it's a pleasure to have back at the Virtual Alexandria George Haas, author of  The Great Architects of Mars: Evidence for the Lost Civilizations on the Red Planet. This research is not found in his book, but of course, we'll summarize his previous findings in detail. Get ready to have your mind expanded and reality disbanded. More on George: https://thecydoniainstitute.com/ Get his book: https://amzn.to/40Tz4GA Our previous interview: https://thegodabovegod.com/lost-civilizations-on-mars/ Get The Occult Elvis: https://amzn.to/4jnTjE4 Virtual Alexandria Academy: https://thegodabovegod.com/virtual-alexandria-academy/ Gnostic Tarot Readings: https://thegodabovegod.com/gnostic-tarot-reading/ The Gnostic Tarot: https://www.makeplayingcards.com/sell/synkrasis Homepage: https://thegodabovegod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aeonbyte AB Prime: https://thegodabovegod.com/members/subscription-levels/ Voice Over services: https://thegodabovegod.com/voice-talent/ Support with donation: https://buy.stripe.com/00g16Q8RK8D93mw288 Merch store: https://aeonbyte.creator-spring.com/ Equipment Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2WEJ2CCWHALZB?&sort=default Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of the AppleVis Extra podcast, David Nason is joined by Ashley Cox, a blind software developer who is building native apps for Apple's platforms with a strong focus on accessibility, usability, and thoughtful design.Ashley shares his journey into software development—from teaching himself HTML in the early days of the web to developing sophisticated Swift applications for iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Apple TV, and Apple Vision Pro. Along the way, he discusses how personal needs often inspire his projects and why creating software for yourself can lead to better experiences for everyone.The conversation takes an in-depth look at Simulcast, Ashley's upcoming podcast application that combines podcast playback, internet radio, Apple Music integration, iCloud syncing, Siri support, and a host of accessibility-focused features into one native Apple experience. Ashley also discusses two additional projects currently in development: Levelly, a precision spirit level for iPhone; and Audit, a modern single-track audio editor designed specifically for macOS.David and Ashley also explore:Learning Swift as a blind developerWhy native apps still matterCross-platform versus native developmentBuilding accessible interfaces from the ground upVoiceOver customization, rotor support, and real-world testingWorking with hundreds of beta testersUsing Apple APIs such as Siri, Apple Intelligence, ShazamKit, and iCloudThe realities—and frustrations—of publishing software on the App StorePricing apps without relying solely on subscriptionsHow AI is changing modern software developmentWhy blind developers bring unique perspectives to software designWhether you're interested in Apple development, accessibility, podcast apps, or hearing from developers within the blind community, this conversation offers an honest look behind the scenes of modern app development and the passion required to bring quality software to life.Resources & Links:Ashley CoxThe Blind Man's WorkshopAppleVis discussion: Seeking Testers for my new iOS and macOS Podcast AppIf you're interested in following the development of Simulcast, joining the beta, or reading feedback from early testers, be sure to visit the AppleVis discussion thread linked above. It includes feature updates, development news, and information on participating in the TestFlight beta.Thanks for listening to the AppleVis Extra podcast.TranscriptDisclaimer: This transcript was generated by AI Note Taker – VoicePen, an AI-powered transcription app. It is not edited or formatted, and it may not accurately capture the speakers' names, voices, or content.David: welcome to the Appoviz Extra podcast. David Nason here, delighted to be with you for another episode. On today's podcast, really excited to be joined by a developer called Ashley Cox. This is the first in a mini-series of podcasts we're doing to showcase blind and low vision developers. So people from within our community, who…

The Rich Redmond Show returns from hiatus with viral Nashville drummer Ethan Harp.From Santa Barbara to Lower Broadway, Ethan breaks down how he went from garage bands to grinding 3-a-day sets, touring with Taylor Acorn, building Skylines & Satellites, and accidentally blowing up the internet with a single “bonk” in Immigrant Song. Rich and Jim go deep on social media strategy, drum gear, Ableton, mental health, and building a long-term career in today's music world.Chapters:0:00 Intro – The Rich Redmond Show is back1:00 Meet Ethan Harp: Santa Barbara to Nashville, sushi with Rich, early advice4:20 Why Broadway is a “blue collar” training ground for drummers7:40 Skylines & Satellites lineup and original releases9:50 Songbooks, setlists, and keeping a pop-punk/metal set alive on Broadway11:35 Drumio, Stuart Copeland challenge, and how they produce so much content16:10 Metalcore, grindcore, and the Cookie Monster vocals discussion17:45 Doing country gigs while staying in the rock and metal world19:50 Nashville vs Texas touring and how big some of these markets really are21:05 Flying nonstop, “sky waitresses,” and road life rituals28:55 How to actually get into Broadway: sitting in, slow season, and not being a pest33:15 The “How To Get Fired” Immigrant Song bonk that went viral34:50 How Ethan films gigs (Zoom, livestream screen records) and edits in iMovie/Reels41:50 First big click/live track gig with Ben Gallagher and learning Ableton in a week45:45 Crack vs thud: snare sounds, heads, dampening, and Broadway volume hacks52:00 Dream kits, Danny Carey, mandala pads, and hybrid setups57:15 Groceries, inflation, and musician shopping strategy: Walmart, Publix, Whole Foods1:00:40 Pessimism, therapy, SSRIs, and deliberately choosing positive habits1:05:45 Non-music friends, walks, and not spiraling alone1:15:25 H Audio studio, drum sample philosophy, and future recording plans1:25:10 Rich's closing thoughts on Ethan's path and the new seasonLinks:The Rich Redmond Show site:therichredmanshow.comRich Redmond:richredmond.comPodcast production:itsyourshow.coDrum-tensive study with Rich:drumtensive.comFollow Ethan Harp:Search “Ethan Harp Drums” on YouTube and Instagram

Let's explore the historical evidence suggesting that early Christianity emerged from a wider religious current centered on ritual immersion and hidden knowledge rather than the traditional temple cult. No one is better suited for this heresy than Dr. Ray Taylor. He'll trace a lineage of secret gnosis and “living water” from the circle of John the Baptist through groups like the Elkasaites and ultimately into the dualistic synthesis of Manichaeism. By distinguishing between direct historical observation and later theological interpretations, we'll challenge the standard narrative of institutional continuity and examine how early baptismal traditions were eventually obscured by emerging orthodoxy. More on Ray: https://bishopraytaylorphd.substack.com/ Intro concept, visual direction, and AI-assisted creative development in collaboration with Arturo Pérez E. youtube.com/@333amTV 333am.tv Get The Occult Elvis: https://amzn.to/4jnTjE4 Virtual Alexandria Academy: https://thegodabovegod.com/virtual-alexandria-academy/ Gnostic Tarot Readings: https://thegodabovegod.com/gnostic-tarot-reading/ The Gnostic Tarot: https://www.makeplayingcards.com/sell/synkrasis Homepage: https://thegodabovegod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aeonbyte AB Prime: https://thegodabovegod.com/members/subscription-levels/ Voice Over services: https://thegodabovegod.com/voice-talent/ Support with donation: https://buy.stripe.com/00g16Q8RK8D93mw288 Merch store: https://aeonbyte.creator-spring.com/ Equipment Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2WEJ2CCWHALZB?&sort=default Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This episode explores the explosive theory that the historical Yeshua was actually a revered tantric master who spent his “lost years” studying Buddhist and Hindu traditions in India and Tibet. For this odyssey, I'm joined by researcher Ian Purdie. He'll argue that “lead-poisoned” Roman authorities hijacked these profound spiritual insights to manufacture a fake hybrid faith designed specifically for political domination and imperial crowd control. Central to this narrative is the DNA evidence from the Talpiot tomb, which reveals the physical remains of Yeshua alongside his wife, Mariamne, and their son, directly challenging centuries of enforced dogma regarding the resurrection. By unmasking this “Roman Heist,” we'll reclaim an original message of inner enlightenment and depth consciousness from the suppressive intellectual straitjacket imposed by the Church for two millennia. More on Ian: https://www.youtube.com/@ianpurdie-lunarseaboatman2947 Get The Occult Elvis: https://amzn.to/4jnTjE4 Virtual Alexandria Academy: https://thegodabovegod.com/virtual-alexandria-academy/ Gnostic Tarot Readings: https://thegodabovegod.com/gnostic-tarot-reading/ The Gnostic Tarot: https://www.makeplayingcards.com/sell/synkrasis Homepage: https://thegodabovegod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aeonbyte AB Prime: https://thegodabovegod.com/members/subscription-levels/ Voice Over services: https://thegodabovegod.com/voice-talent/ Support with donation: https://buy.stripe.com/00g16Q8RK8D93mw288 Merch store: https://aeonbyte.creator-spring.com/ Equipment Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2WEJ2CCWHALZB?&sort=default Intro concept, visual direction, and AI-assisted creative development in collaboration with Arturo Pérez E. youtube.com/@333amTV 333am.tv Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.