After a long break Tcode and Serah Johnson return to the podcast booth with stories, updates, and real talk! In this candid episode, the duo shares what kept them away, including personal growth, setting up home studios, power and data struggles, and near-attempts at traveling abroad.

They also dive into one of the most talked-about topics in the voiceover industry today — the rate card conversation. From different perspectives to the challenges of standardizing pricing, they explore the nuances of this heated debate and why it’s important to find balance.

Key Discussion Points:

1. Life updates and tech upgrades as voiceover artists

2. Visa struggles and “we’re not japa-ing… we’re just visiting”

3. The reality of recording in Africa: power, data, and dedication

4. Deep dive into the ongoing industry-wide rate card conversation

Podcast Details:

Host: Tolulope Kolade a.k.a. Tcode & Serah Johnson

- Social Media Handles: @Tcode_70 (IG & X) & Serah Johnson

- Podcast Telegram community: https://t.me/+0JiM7_4VIeA3YzY0

- Show us love (Support us here): https://selar.co/showlove/everythingvoiceovers

- Hashtags: #Voiceovers #volegends #ratecards #evolutionofvo #Nigeriavoindustry #vobranding # voequipments #homestudios #tcode #voiceoverindustry #Africavoiceoverindustry #voiceacting #VoiceoverPodcast #Everythingvoiceovers

- For inquiries, contact [email protected]

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Episode Links

Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everything-voiceovers/episodes/What-Advertisers-Look-for-in-Voice-Talents-ft--Ayo-Moore-S3E14-e2pqf6v

Youtube: https://youtu.be/k8VlR0XyFhU

Audiomark: https://audiomack.com/everything-voiceovers/song/success-on-upwork-and-beyond-how-ahmed-olalekan-became-a-top-african-voiceover-talent-s3e11

Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/ew/dir-m8jpq-2135c9b9

Afripods: https://afripods.africa/episode/success-on-upwork-and-beyond-how/2934e9af-ca00-400d-850c-0367c7ec9d64

Audacy: https://www.audacy.com/podcast/everything-voiceovers-the-african-perspective-b0460/episodes/success-on-upwork-and-beyond-how-ahmed-olalekan-became-a-top-african-voiceover-talent-s3e11-300c8

With over 2 decades of experience as a voiceover artist, Joy Ogbekene, one of Nigeria's leading voiceover talents, shares her voiceover journey, which began in 2005. 

Joy, who has served in various capacities as an executive of the Association of Voiceover Artistes, Nigeria (AVOA) and is now the current General Secretary of the Association, tells Tcode and Serah how she grew from a young undergraduate who fell in love with the craft to breaking boundaries locally and internationally in the voiceover scene.

Enjoy this episode.

Key Discussion Points:

1. Introduction to the Podcast and Guests

2. Joy Ogbekenne's Journey into Voiceove

3. Early Experiences and Mentorship in Voiceover

4. Defining Moments in Joy's Career

5. The Evolution of Voiceover Training

6. Advice for Aspiring Voiceover Artists

7. The Importance of Technical Knowledge in Voiceover

8. Conclusion and Final Thoughts

9. The Importance of Mentorship and Learning

10. Balancing Multiple Roles in the Creative Industry

11. Joy's First International Voiceover Experience

12. Serving the Voiceover Community through AVOA

13. The Impact of Social Media on Voiceover Artists

14. Challenges and Opportunities in the Voiceover Industry

15. Youth Engagement and Future Directions

16. Advocacy and Support for Voiceover Artists

17. The Importance of Visibility and Communication

18. The Journey of a Voiceover Artist

19. Words of Wisdom for Aspiring Voiceover Artists

Podcast Details:

 Host: Tolulope Kolade a.k.a. Tcode

Guest: Joy Ogbekene 

- Social Media Handles: @Tcode_70 (IG & X) & Serah Johnson

- Podcast Telegram community:  https://t.me/+0JiM7_4VIeA3YzY0

- Show us love (Support us here): https://selar.co/showlove/everythingvoiceovers

- Hashtags: #Voiceovers #volegends #ratecards #evolutionofvo #Nigeriavoindustry #vobranding # voequipments #homestudios #tcode #voiceoverindustry #Africavoiceoverindustry #voiceacting #VoiceoverPodcast #Everythingvoiceovers

- For inquiries, contact [email protected]

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This first episode of season 4 of the EVO podcast features one of Nigeria’s top voice actors, Eric Maximus Ekwueme, who has spent over 20 years as a voiceover artist and over a decade as a full-time voice actor.

He shares with hosts Serah Johnson and Tcode, his rise in the voiceover industry and highlights the growth of the voiceover industry in Nigeria via his lens.

Enjoy this episode

Key Discussion Points:

1. ​Welcome to Season Four
2. ​Reflections on the Holidays and New Year Preparations
3. ​Introducing Eric Maximus: A Voiceover Legend
4. ​Eric's Journey into Voiceover
5. ​Influences and Inspirations in Voiceover
6. ​The Evolution of the Nigerian Voiceover Industry
7. ​Going Full-Time in Voiceover
8. ​The Rise of Home Studios
9. ​Maintaining Relevance in the Voiceover Industry
10. ​The Evolution of Voiceover Branding
11. ​Rivalries and Industry Dynamics
12. ​The New Generation of Voiceover Artists
13. ​Challenges in the Voiceover Industry
14. ​Navigating Rates and Pricing in Voiceover
15. ​Advice for Beginners in Voiceover
16. ​Quality vs. Equipment in Voiceover
17. ​The Future of Voiceover Technology

Podcast Details:

Host: Tolulope Kolade a.k.a. Tcode

Guest: Eric Maximus

- Social Media Handles: @Tcode_70 (IG & X) & Serah Johnson

- Podcast Telegram community: https://t.me/+0JiM7_4VIeA3YzY0

- Show us love (Support us here): https://selar.co/showlove/everythingvoiceovers

- Hashtags: #Voiceovers #volegends #ratecards #evolutionofvo #Nigeriavoindustry #vobranding # voequipments #homestudios #tcode #voiceoverindustry #Africavoiceoverindustry #voiceacting #VoiceoverPodcast #Everythingvoiceovers

- For inquiries, contact [email protected]

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This episode marks the beginning of 2025 for our podcast as the bonus episode series continues leading to season 4 of the podcast.

In this episode, Tcode shares except from a brief but rich conversation with Ayo Moore from Season 3 Episode 14 of the podcast. Ayo Moore, a writer, audio storyteller, prominent producer, and the founder of Moore Audio discusses his role in bridging the gap between ad agencies and voice talents.

Enjoy!

Podcast Details:

 Host: Tolulope Kolade a.k.a. Tcode

Co-host: Serah Johnson 

- Guest: Ayo Moore

- Social Media Handles: @Tcode_70 (IG & X) & Serah Johnson- Podcast Telegram community:  https://t.me/+0JiM7_4VIeA3YzY0

- Show us love (Support us here): https://selar.co/showlove/everythingvoiceovers

- Hashtags: #Voiceovers #ayomoore #mooreaudio #serahjohnson #tcode #castingdirector #audioproducer #audiostoryteller #voiceoverindustry #Africavoiceoverindustry #voiceacting #audioadvertisung #radioadvertising #Radiocommercials #VoiceoverPodcast #Everythingvoiceovers

- For inquiries, contact [email protected]

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Ahmed shares his humble experience figuring out how the industry works in the era before the birth of what we today call Nigeria’s voiceover industry. He also speaks about the need for unionism in the industry to help us tackle common problems faced as talents, and he gives some OG advice for new and upcoming voice actors.

Enjoy!

2. Success on Upwork: Strategies and Insights

3. The Need for Structure in the Voiceover Industry

Podcast Details:

- Host: Tolulope Kolade a.k.a. Tcode

- Co-host: Serah Johnson

- Guest: Ahmed Olalekan

- Social Media Handles: @Tcode_70 (IG & X), @_serahjohnson (IG), www.serahjohnson.com/- Podcast Telegram community:  https://t.me/+0JiM7_4VIeA3YzY0

- Show us love (Support us here): https://selar.co/showlove/everythingvoiceovers

- Hashtags: #Voiceovers #ahmedolalekan#ahmedolalekanvoiceover #tcode #serahjohnson #voiceoverindustry #Nigerianvoiceoverindustry #VoiceoveronUpwork #Nigerianvoiceactors #Voiceoverbusiness #VoiceoverPodcast #Everythingvoiceovers

- For inquiries, contact [email protected]

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Introduction:

In this bonus episode, Tcode talks about six important things people ought to know before getting into voice overs.

Enjoy!

Key Discussion Points:

1. My Voiceover Journey.

2. Getting the essential equipments

3. The Rate Cards

4. The Voiceover Community 

5. Success in Voice over takes time

Podcast Details:

Host: Tolulope Kolade a.k.a. Tcode

Co-host: Serah Johnson 

- Social Media Handles: @Tcode_70 (IG & X) & Serah Johnson

- Podcast Telegram community:  https://t.me/+0JiM7_4VIeA3YzY0

- Show us love (Support us here): https://selar.co/showlove/everythingvoiceovers

- Hashtags:#Voiceovers #Nigerianvoiceactors #StartingVoiceovers #Tcode #Voiceoverbeginner #VoiceoverPodcast #NigerianVoiceoverIndustry #VoiceoverInNigeria

- For inquiries, contact [email protected]

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This is the last episode of Season 3 of The Everything Voiceovers Podcast. On this, Tcode and Serah reminisce on the lessons they’ve learned in their voiceover careers in 2024, from staying consistent to deliberate planning to networking and more.

They also shared valuable tips for establishing a successful voiceover career in 2025.

Enjoy this episode

Key Discussion Points:

1. Introduction to the Voiceover Industry in Africa

2. The Dynamic Duo Returns

3. New Chapter

4. Musical Influences and Favorites

5. Reflecting on the Podcast Journey

6. 2024: A Year of Growth and Challenges

7. Inspiration Behind the Conference

8. Struggles and Lessons Learned in 2024

9. The Importance of Timing and Focus

10. Managing Attention and Expectations

11. Struggles with Consistency and Social Media Presence

12. Challenges of Running a Business in Nigeria

13. Balancing Work and Personal Life

14. Creating Effective Systems for Success

15. Lessons Learned and Future Goals

16. Embracing Imperfection and Humility

17. Preparing for 2025: Key Strategies

18. Dreaming Big and Learning the Game

19. Gratitude and Reflection on the Journey

Podcast Details:

Host: Tolulope Kolade a.k.a. Tcode

Co-host: Serah Johnson

- Social Media Handles: @Tcode_70 (IG & X) & Serah Johnson

- Podcast Telegram community: https://t.me/+0JiM7_4VIeA3YzY0

- Show us love (Support us here): https://selar.co/showlove/everythingvoiceovers

- Hashtags: #Voiceovers #voiceoverlessons #Crimsonedstories #vocommunity #voiceoverindustry #voiceovercraft #Nigeriavoindustry #vocontentcreating #tcode #Africavoiceoverindustry #voiceacting #voconsistency #VoiceoverPodcast #Everythingvoiceovers

- For inquiries, contact [email protected]

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This episode introduces us to the practice of PH City, Rivers State Nigeria, and the establishment of the city’s Voiceover Conference. As a talented voice actor and founder of Crimsoned Story, Robbie Kaine tells the host Tcode about his journey and what led him to create the voiceover connect in PH City.

Voice Over Connect is the pioneer voice-over conference in Port Harcourt, the South-South region of Nigeria.

The Voice Over Connect aims to unveil the voice-over industry’s vast potential, showcasing its numerous benefits and opportunities to empower youths, foster Decent Work, and drive economic growth.

Enjoy this episode

Key Discussion Points:

1. Introduction to the Voiceover Industry in Africa

2. The Journey of Voices of Robbie

3. Growth and Development in Voiceover Career

4. Building a Community in Port Harcourt

5. The Importance of Networking and Exposure

6. The VoiceOver Connect Conference

7. Inspiration Behind the Conference

8. Challenges and Overcoming Fear

9. The Vision for the Future

10. The Voiceover Revolution in Port Harcourt

11. Building a Voiceover Community

12. The Importance of Industry Recognition

13. The VoiceOver Connect Conference Overview

14. Accessing the Conference and Future Plans

15. Crimson Stories: A New Narrative

16. Inspiration and Closing Thoughts

Podcast Details:

Host: Tolulope Kolade a.k.a. Tcode

Guest: Kaine Robbie

- Social Media Handles: @Tcode_70 (IG & X)

- Crimsoned Story: https://www.instagram.com/crimsonedstories?igsh=Z29vYWxqa2JsbjBm

- Podcast Telegram community: https://t.me/+0JiM7_4VIeA3YzY0

- Show us love (Support us here): https://selar.co/showlove/everythingvoiceovers

- Hashtags: #Voiceovers #voiceoverconnectconference #Crimsonedstories #vocommunity #PHconnectconference #industryrecognition #audiostories #audiodrama #voicesofrobbie #tcode #Africavoiceoverindustry #voiceacting #animators #VoiceoverPodcast #Everythingvoiceovers

- For inquiries, contact [email protected]

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