Much has changed in the seiyuu industry since the 90s. Some things for the better, others for the worst. From not showing their faces to having to showing them in order to get famous even down to what is now expected of newcomers, the voice acting industry in Japan is almost unrecognizable from the 90s up until now.

In the previous episode, you and I got to know the insights from popular seiyuu Megumi Ogata about the changes and how she sees those impacting today’s generation of seiyuu.

In this episode let’s check what Kouchi Yamadera feels has changed in the industry.

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That the seiyuu industry has been changing in the last couple of years is a given. Fans, especially those that have been supporting seiyuu for a couple of years or even those more curious or sensitive to it will notice those changes.

But what do seiyuu themselves have to say about these changes? And how did 2020 almost completely ruined the lives of seiyuu?

Megumi Ogata interview for Business Insider: https://www.businessinsider.jp/post-242757

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In the past couple of years, male seiyuu have been impressing everyone with their singing skills.

Some of them are on a jaw-dropping high level of skill and as such have made solo debuts but there is still a whole lot of talent that is not worried about making a solo debut or has been more active in 2D music projects and yet, they have been impressing everyone with their performances in cover projects.

In this episode, let’s talk about some of the cover projects that seiyuu have been a part of and some of the most iconic performances.

Thanks to Carol for suggesting this topic to cover on SEIYUU LOUNGE!

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After covering the male seiyuu that started their careers in live acting it is time to cover the other side of the coin, the voice actors that took a step towards becoming actors, some quite successfully. From brief cameos to leading roles in TV dramas, they’ve done it all.

In this episode let's talk about the skills seiyuu have and how they can transfer to live acting, why seiyuu are actually pivoting to live acting and check the path of some seiyuu that have acting careers on the screen.

Thanks to Elle Sherbert for the inspiration for this episode!

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Nowadays there is the talk that seiyuu have been trying to stray away from acting in anime and jumping to TV dramas and series, lending their bodies instead of their voice to acting.

However, when you take a closer look, there are actually quite a lot of seiyuu that made the inverse jump. They were initially stage actors, TV drama live actors, or musical actors.

In this episode let's cover some of the seiyuu that started their careers as actors.

Thanks to Elle Sherbert for the topic suggestion for this episode!

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Whether it is to become a voice actor, a manager, or work in animation or sound engineering, there is no shortage of jobs in and connected with this side of the entertainment industry in Japan.

But how can you join the animation industry?

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For those living in the northern hemisphere, summer is almost over. The sunny days, the laidback trips, the chillout time hanging out with friends. The quiet away from the routine.

To remember those awesome days, in this episode I’ll share with you a couple of songs by male seiyuu and 2D groups that are perfect to take you back to the summer. Really, I’ve got a really awesome trip ready for you.

Check this episode as well as the awesome Spotify playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6Qow4V0y8grBgoUZpktwQc?si=59458d540c8940a5 and an extended article on handthatfeedshq.com for more summer songs performed by male seiyuu and 2D groups.

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The Seiyuu Awards sure are important, that’s a fact. However, not many of you may be aware of how important these are for the careers of seiyuu, especially when it comes to these awards helping launch careers and put some seiyuu on the radar for everyone to see and hear.

In this episode, let's talk about this official ceremony that takes place every year in Japan, awarding the best seiyuu in the most varied categories.

Thanks to Lauren for the topic suggestion!

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Regardless if you know the Japanese language or not and even if you don't have much money to spend, you can support your favorite indie projects by your favorite male seiyuu. In this episode, you and I talk about the various ways in which you can show your support and help the indie projects you love getting the attention they deserve.

This topic was suggested by MAO on THTFHQ's 100th episode survey.

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Is signing 2D music projects a good idea?  Does anything change for 2D groups/bands? In this episode let's talk a bit about how major debuts of 2D groups/bands are affecting the 2D music industry and what we can expect moving forward. And you and I are going to check GYROAXIA and its adventure as a band signed to a major music label.

Topic suggested by Grecia. Thank you so much!!

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