The Casting Truth: Authenticity, Longevity, and the Actor's Role
Casting director secrets revealed! Veteran agent and casting director Tina Marasco shares the critical shift in commercial voice acting: clients want actors, not readers. Learn the four-step blueprint to deliver authentic, truthful reads that get shortlisted.
Special Guest - Christy Harst
Christy Harst, founder of Building Doors VO, joins BOSS Anne Ganguzza to share her journey from an aspiring journalist to a champion for gender diversity in voiceover. Her story highlights the importance of perseverance, self-belief, and the power of engaging in collaborations with industry talents. In a bold step to challenge industry norms, Christy leads Building Doors VO, a campaign to amplify female voices in traditionally male-dominated fields, such as sports promos. The BOSSes...
Special Guest - Rolf Veldman - Voice123
Anne Ganguzza sits down with Rolf Veldman, CEO of Voice123, for a riveting discussion on navigating pay-to-play platforms amidst the shifts brought on by disruptive technology. Anne and Rolf go in-depth on pay to plays, social media, and the opportunities and challenges that voice professionals need to navigate. They discuss the complex algorithms that dictate audition opportunities on platforms like Voice123 and the balancing act to make it fair for the different levels of subscribers. As...
Epic Voiceover - with Jon Bailey
Get ready for an epic conversation with the one and only Jon Bailey, the voice behind Honest Trailers and one of the voices of Optimus Prime. Jon shares his unique journey into voice acting, from his unexpected start and overcoming the early hurdles of being labeled "just a YouTube voice" to establishing himself as a renowned actor in the industry. We discuss the importance of performance background and how platforms like YouTube have become integral to shaping modern voice-acting careers....
Sirius XM and Pandora Radio - with Steve Pogatch
Join us as we sit down with Steve Pogatch, Senior Manager of Voice Over Operations at Studio Resonate, SiriusXM and Pandora, to uncover the transformative journey of voiceover and audio advertising over the past decade. Prepare to have your perceptions of podcast advertising turned upside down. We dive into the fascinating differences between host reads and announcer reads. Gain valuable tips on delivering standout performances, crafting compelling commercial reels, and handling ambiguous...
Authenticity & Advocacy: Navigating A New Era of Voiceover with Slim Da Reazon
Successful authentic voiceover casting requires more than just a great sound—it demands a lived-in experience and a commitment to advocacy. Matthew "Slim Da Reazon" Parham joins Anne Ganguzza to discuss his rapid rise in the industry, his work on Capitol Hill with NAVA, and why being a "Swiss Army Knife" of talent is the key to staying relevant.
Beyond Reading: Why Acting and Intuition are the Global Voice Actor's Superpowers
Acting for global voice actors means mastering intuition and emotional connection. Anne Ganguzza and multi-award-winner Toby Ricketts discuss how successful remote talent must push past the reading stage, surprise clients, and use subconscious skill to deliver world-class performances.
Agency Insight: 30 Years of Voice Acting Trends
After 30+ years at CESD, veteran agent Billy Collura shares the most critical shifts in the voice acting industry, from the decline of union commercials to the rise of authentic reads. Learn what qualities agents seek today and how to adapt to current voice acting trends.
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Connecting Across Continents: The Growth and Power of African Voiceover
This episode explores the crucial role of authenticity and genuine human connection in voiceover, featuring insights from Tolupe Kolade on how embracing your true voice and story fosters connection with audiences across cultures and continents.











































