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Thursday Aug 22, 2024
Thursday Aug 22, 2024
I sit down with Jonathan Grant, a true serial entrepreneur and innovative voiceover talent. Jonathan shares his extraordinary journey from the military to building industry-transforming platforms like VO Leads, a tool designed to help voiceover professionals efficiently source and manage leads.https://voleads.com/Jonathan details his background in property management, web development, and groundbreaking projects like hurricane mapping and job sites. Discover his unique ability to identify gaps and opportunities, and how he's leveraging this talent to revolutionize the voiceover industry. Whether you're a voiceover newbie or a seasoned pro, this conversation is packed with insights and inspiration.00:00 Introduction to Identifying Industry Gaps01:03 Meet Jonathan Grant: A Multifaceted Entrepreneur02:26 Jonathan's Journey from Military to Tech Innovator06:36 The Birth of VO Leads: Revolutionizing Voiceover09:23 Building VO Leads: Challenges and Innovations14:05 How VO Leads Works: A Deep Dive18:34 Business Management Tools Overview18:50 Lead to Client Conversion Process19:44 Free Tools for Voiceover Professionals20:37 Membership Criteria for VO Leads21:21 Importance of Quality Demos22:31 Coaching and Resources for Voice Talent24:06 Unlocking Leads and CRM Integration26:45 Advanced Email Systems and Challenges32:50 Future Developments and ConclusionDonations: https://streamlabs.com/georgethetechWebsite: http://georgethetech.comFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/georgethetechTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/georgethetechInstagram: @georgethetechWebcast: http://vobs.tvPodcast: http://theproaudiosuite.com
Friday Aug 02, 2024
Friday Aug 02, 2024
In this episode of George the Tech's Trusted Partner Interviews, George Whittam chats with Renaissance woman Elaine A. Clark. Elaine shares her extensive background in theater, voiceover, audio production, and education. She discusses her journey from starting a voiceover school in 1986, to her work in corporate training, podcasting, and her notable books on voiceover. Elaine also touches on the usage of AI in content creation, her innovative apps, and her role in shaping the video game industry's voiceover terminology. Don't miss this enlightening conversation with a true trailblazer in the world of voiceover and audio production.elaineclarkvo.com01:54 Elaine's Journey into Voiceover04:52 The Evolution of Voiceover Technology09:39 Coaching and Corporate Training15:49 Podcasting and AI in Writing18:02 Elaine's Apps and Educational Tools26:05 Conclusion and Contact InformationDonations: https://streamlabs.com/georgethetechWebsite: http://georgethetech.comFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/georgethetechTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/georgethetechInstagram: @georgethetechWebcast: http://vobs.tvPodcast: http://theproaudiosuite.com
Tuesday Jul 30, 2024
Tuesday Jul 30, 2024
Join George as he dives into the inspiring world of 'Speechless VO' with hosts Natasha and Kim. @SPEECHLESSVO This episode features an in-depth discussion on building a supportive VO community, their upcoming VO career planner, and the transformation of their journey from an initial podcast to a multifaceted platform. We also explore the integration of AI in marketing, the importance of visual presence in podcasting, and insights on navigating a ever-evolving VO industry. Don't miss the insightful conversation on challenges, triumphs, and future plans for Speechless VO.https://www.speechlessvo.com/00:30 Introducing the VO Career Planner01:04 Meet Natasha and Kim from Speechless VO01:34 The Origin and Concept of Speechless VO03:59 The Evolution of Podcasting and Video Content08:14 Navigating the Challenges of AI in Voiceover11:11 Upcoming Events and Future Plans for Speechless18:07 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsDonations: https://streamlabs.com/georgethetechWebsite: http://georgethetech.comFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/georgethetechTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/georgethetechInstagram: @georgethetechWebcast: http://vobs.tvPodcast: http://theproaudiosuite.com
Wednesday Jul 24, 2024
Wednesday Jul 24, 2024
George chats with Anne Ganguzza about her unique journey from being an engineer and educator to becoming a renowned voiceover artist and coach. Anne shares her insights on the importance of human elements in storytelling amid the rise of synthetic voices, the intricacies of long-format narration, and her passion for teaching and coaching aspiring voice actors. They also delve into the evolving landscape of voiceover, the challenges and rewards of corporate narration, and the significance of authentic engagement in e-learning.@AnneGanguzza https://www.anneganguzza.com/voiceover-coaching00:00 Introduction to Long Format Narration00:51 Meet Anne Ganguzza01:27 Anne's Journey from Engineering to Education02:59 Transition to Voiceover05:05 The Birth of VO Peeps11:03 The Importance of Human Element in Narration14:17 Coaching and Demo Production18:28 The Future of AI in Voiceover21:19 Conclusion and Contact InformationDonations: https://streamlabs.com/georgethetechWebsite: http://georgethetech.comFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/georgethetechTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/georgethetechInstagram: @georgethetechWebcast: http://vobs.tvPodcast: http://theproaudiosuite.com
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
OK, we said we were done. Except that we never really had a chance to say goodbye SO, here you go:
If you were a fan of Voice Over Body Shop, We decided to reminisce about the last 12 years. It’s just like the VO BS you’d expect from us. Fun, entertaining and of course chocked full of tips on how to record your voice over tracks properly
More importantly, we’re leaving everyone something that is more valuable than all the VO books and experts combined! What is it? Catch the replay all week, here on https://www.facebook.com/voiceoverbodyshop, Our webpage VOBS.tv or listen to the podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. Like here!
Voice Over Body Shop has been proud to have brought you all the information we have since 2011. Don’t miss this absolutely final edition. We had a ball creating for you
#danlenard #georgewhittam #voicerecording #homestudiotechnology #voiceover #podcast #voiceoveradvice #voiceover #votech #vobusiness #voiceovertraining #voiceoverrecording
Sunday Nov 19, 2023
Sunday Nov 19, 2023
We’re Going To Take A Break For The Holidays After This Intense Info Jam Packed, VOBS TECH-TALK #114.
Don’t miss it because:
In George’s Tech Update this week we cover:
Waves Clarity De-Reverb is the real deal (take a listen to this sample before/after)
Issues fixed in Adobe Audition version 24.0 (But no new features?)
Audacity update 3.4 creates major problems. 3.4.1 was a try to fix
And In Dan’s Basic Basics: Riding the gainand mic technique.
Plus we answer your important questions!
Catch the replay all week, or listen to the podcast wherever you listen to podcasts!.
We love our fans and donors for your continued support. VOBS can’t be here without YOU and our other great supporters:
Voiceoveressentials.com,
VOHeroes.com
Sourceelements.com,
VoiceOverXtra.com,
VOICEACTORWEBSITES.com
And World-Voices.org
Monday Nov 13, 2023
Monday Nov 13, 2023
We Talk Dubbing And Much More With Jeff Howell!!
Jeff Howell has had the honor of working with such notable actors as Marlon Brando, Gregory Peck, Martin Sheen, Jeff Goldblum, Owen Wilson, Sally Kellerman, Leonard Nimoy and James Earl Jones, He has produced radio commercials for hundreds of National accounts and radio promos for: CBS, FOX, Comedy Central, Food Network, A&E, NatGeo. He served as the post-production supervisor and director for various sci-fi audio novels.
He has taken all this experience into Teaching and coaching Voicetrax/San Francisco, local workshops in Los Angeles and New York, and private coaching. We have lots to cover including dubbing, promo, audio books and all other aspects of the VO biz.
Catch the Replay all week on Facebook, Our website VOBS.TV or listen to the podcast.
We love our fans and donors for your continued support. VOBS can’t be here without YOU and our other great supporters:
Voiceoveressentials.com,
VOHeroes.com
Sourceelements.com,
VoiceOverXtra.com,
VOICEACTORWEBSITES.com
And World-Voices.org
Sunday Nov 05, 2023
Sunday Nov 05, 2023
Voice Over Body Shop is the #1 Voice Over webcast and podcast!
WHY? You just have watch and listen to the most trustworthy VO info you can get to understand!
Join us this week as we delve into:
“Scary Fast” Apple products dropped last week with M3 chips! \
Apple Sonoma is out, DON’T INSTALL IT, Yet…
CEntrance PASPort VO update
A video of how Studio doors are made at Vocalbooth.com
And in Dan’s Basic Basics:The Theory of the “Cloud” panel.
Plus we answer your important questions!
Catch the replay all week, or listen to the podcast, right here or wherever you listen to podcasts!.
We love our fans and donors for your continued support. VOBS can’t be here without YOU and our other great supporters:
Voiceoveressentials.com,
VOHeroes.com
Sourceelements.com,
VoiceOverXtra.com,
VOICEACTORWEBSITES.com
And World-Voices.org
Monday Oct 30, 2023
Monday Oct 30, 2023
Doing dialects properly is key to improving your book-ability.
Our guest this week on Voice Over Body Shop to help us all with that challenge is Dr. Dialect, P.J. Ochlan!
Award-winning actor, producer, and coach, P.J. Ochlan, has been working in the entertainment industry for nearly 40 years. P.J. is best known behind the microphone as a widely acclaimed and record-setting audiobook narrator of more than 500 titles.
P.J. is also one of the industry’s leading dialect and performance coaches. He is the founder of Dr. Dialect (www.drdialect.com), co-founder of the Deyan Institute of Voice Artistry in Los Angeles, and teaches from coast to coast at conferences and universities. And P.J. is the official dialect coach for Universal Studios and the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, so he’s one of the only people on the planet who actually teaches at Hogwarts.
Catch the replay all week, or listen to the podcast wherever you listen to podcasts!.
We love our fans and donors for your continued support. VOBS can’t be here without YOU and our other great supporters:
Voiceoveressentials.com,
VOHeroes.com
Sourceelements.com,
VoiceOverXtra.com,
VOICEACTORWEBSITES.com
And World-Voices.org
Sunday Oct 22, 2023
Sunday Oct 22, 2023
Just When You Thought There Was Nothing Left To Talk About With
Home Voice Over Studios, We Prove You Wrong Once Again!
It’s VOBS TECH-TALK #112!
In this weeks romp through the Tech part of your Voice Over business We cover:
Apple Sonoma is out, DON’T INSTALL IT?
2015 Macs are now “unsupported” by Apple,
Measuring noise floor
USB audio interfaces with Loopback:
Warning: Listen to your chapter in HEADPHONES.
Ill informed client request: 'bitrate: 192 kbps." We explain how the client is misinformed.
IN Dan’s Basic Basics: The differences in Digital interfaces.
Plus we answer your important questions!
Catch the replay all week, or listen to the podcast wherever you listen to podcasts!.
We love our fans and donors for your continued support. VOBS can’t be here without YOU and our other great supporters:
Voiceoveressentials.com,
VOHeroes.com
Sourceelements.com,
VoiceOverXtra.com,
VOICEACTORWEBSITES.com
And World-Voices.org
Voice Over Body Shop Podcast
The entire voice over and voice acting community knows, when it comes to creating and maintaining a “personal professional voice over studio,” the place to get the proper information on how to do it right is the Voice Over Body Shop. Dan Lenard and George Whittam make it easy and fun and, hopefully prevent thousands of dollars of mistakes and hours of mind-numbing frustration.