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From Rejection to Reinvention: A Journey through Storytelling and Creativity
In this episode of Wildly Wealthy Life, Kat and Lee are joined by Mark Whitten, a renowned LA-based voice actor featured in popular anime, video games, and projects with companies like DreamWorks and Disney. Known for his roles in Demon Slayer, Genshin Impact, and Final Fantasy VII, Mark shares his unique perspective on the power of creativity, resilience, and self-accountability. They dive into the challenges of voice acting, the art of auditioning, and Mark’s transformative journey through rejection, reinvention, and rediscovering his love for performing. This conversation is a must for creatives, dreamers, and anyone looking to harness their inner strength.
Discussion Links:
00:00 Introduction to Mark Whitten
05:00 Mark shares insights on self-discipline and finding success in voice acting
08:51 Lessons from working with mentors and developing self-accountability
20:18 How to navigate rejection and find purpose through resilience
31:02 The impact of anime and video game roles on Mark's personal growth
34:17 Mark' s experience with Demon Slayer and connecting with fans
43:13 Reflection on loss, success, and life's unexpected outcomes
1:02:28 Mark' s perspective on living a "Wildly Wealthy Life"
AVENUE Q Musical
https://www.broadway.com/shows/avenue-q-off-bway/
RENT Musical
https://www.broadway.com/shows/rent/
Demon Slayer
https://demonslayer-anime.com/
Kyojuro Rengoku (character)
https://kimetsu-no-yaiba.fandom.com/wiki/Kyojuro_Rengoku
Final Fantasy 7 Original (game)
https://store.steampowered.com/app/39140/FINAL_FANTASY_VII/
Final Fantasy 7 Remake (game)
https://ffvii-remake-intergrade.square-enix-games.com/en-us/
Cult of the Lamb (game)
https://www.cultofthelamb.com/
Hollow Knight (game)
https://www.hollowknight.com/
Hyper Light Drifter (game)
https://store.steampowered.com/app/257850/Hyper_Light_Drifter/
Civilization (game)
https://civilization.2k.com/
The Theater of Tomorrow - Audio Drama Podcast
https://midnightdisease.net/theatre-of-tomorrow
The Hotel - Audio Drama Podcast
https://midnightdisease.net/the-hotel
@mwhitten
https://www.instagram.com/mwhitten?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==
X formely known as Twitter
https://x.com/mpwhitten
Mentioned in this episode:
Brilliant Minds Brave Hearts Program Priority List
Free Video Training
Book Recommendation
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By Lee and Kat Hughes
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In this episode of Wildly Wealthy Life, Kat and Lee are joined by Mark Whitten, a renowned LA-based voice actor featured in popular anime, video games, and projects with companies like DreamWorks and Disney. Known for his roles in Demon Slayer, Genshin Impact, and Final Fantasy VII, Mark shares his unique perspective on the power of creativity, resilience, and self-accountability. They dive into the challenges of voice acting, the art of auditioning, and Mark’s transformative journey through rejection, reinvention, and rediscovering his love for performing. This conversation is a must for creatives, dreamers, and anyone looking to harness their inner strength.
Discussion Links:
00:00 Introduction to Mark Whitten
05:00 Mark shares insights on self-discipline and finding success in voice acting
08:51 Lessons from working with mentors and developing self-accountability
20:18 How to navigate rejection and find purpose through resilience
31:02 The impact of anime and video game roles on Mark's personal growth
34:17 Mark' s experience with Demon Slayer and connecting with fans
43:13 Reflection on loss, success, and life's unexpected outcomes
1:02:28 Mark' s perspective on living a "Wildly Wealthy Life"
AVENUE Q Musical
https://www.broadway.com/shows/avenue-q-off-bway/
RENT Musical
https://www.broadway.com/shows/rent/
Demon Slayer
https://demonslayer-anime.com/
Kyojuro Rengoku (character)
https://kimetsu-no-yaiba.fandom.com/wiki/Kyojuro_Rengoku
Final Fantasy 7 Original (game)
https://store.steampowered.com/app/39140/FINAL_FANTASY_VII/
Final Fantasy 7 Remake (game)
https://ffvii-remake-intergrade.square-enix-games.com/en-us/
Cult of the Lamb (game)
https://www.cultofthelamb.com/
Hollow Knight (game)
https://www.hollowknight.com/
Hyper Light Drifter (game)
https://store.steampowered.com/app/257850/Hyper_Light_Drifter/
Civilization (game)
https://civilization.2k.com/
The Theater of Tomorrow - Audio Drama Podcast
https://midnightdisease.net/theatre-of-tomorrow
The Hotel - Audio Drama Podcast
https://midnightdisease.net/the-hotel
@mwhitten
https://www.instagram.com/mwhitten?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==
X formely known as Twitter
https://x.com/mpwhitten
Mentioned in this episode:
Brilliant Minds Brave Hearts Program Priority List
Free Video Training
Book Recommendation