Take Time Out With Tre

What happens when a CDL-driving, heavy metal frontman from Jersey trades long nights on the road for a mic in a sound booth? In this heartfelt episode of Take Time Out with Tre Mosley, Tre sits down with the incredibly talented voice actor Dan Wright—the voice of Ace Hardware—to talk about resilience, reinvention, and rising through rejection. Dan opens up about his early days behind the wheel, the grind of breaking into voiceover, and how he landed one of the most recognizable brand voices in America. If you're navigating the highs and lows of creative work, this one’s for you.

“You should be open to every aspect of yourself as long as it’s authentic… If you’re really there, it works.” – Dan Wright

If you're a voice actor, creator, or anyone chasing your "I made it" moment, this episode is a masterclass in grit and growth. Hit subscribe, share it with someone chasing their dream, and don’t forget to take time out for yourself.

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Season 3 kicks off with a legendary guest — Mark Fisher, better known as Mark the Shark. From his first radio gig in Jacksonville in the late ’80s to building a thriving career in voiceover and radio imaging, Mark shares his journey of chasing passion, finding his voice, and balancing family life along the way. Host Tre Mosley dives deep into Mark’s radio origins, the birth of his famous nickname, his transition to voiceover, and even a wild story about driving Vanity (of Vanity 6 fame) to the airport. If you’re a fan of radio history, voice acting, and personal growth stories, this episode delivers the perfect mix of nostalgia, industry insight, and inspiration.

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"This is what you said you wanted to do, so do it." Those words kept Torian Brackett going from New York theater stages to the competitive world of LA voiceover. 

In this episode, Tre Mosley sits down with Torian to talk about the real grind of the arts, balancing day jobs, chasing auditions, and making the leap to LA. From performing in musicals to voicing characters in video games and audiobooks, Torian shares the highs, the struggles, and the joy that keeps him going. Plus, we get into the importance of community, navigating the industry, and what keeps him grounded.

If you're chasing a creative dream, this episode is for you.

⏩ The grind of acting & VO – balancing survival jobs, auditions, and passion

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Tre Mosley gets real with Cristina Milizia, a voiceover phenom with a story straight out of a movie. From being a kid dragged to her mom’s auditions to becoming a VO star herself, Cristina breaks down her wild journey through the industry. She talks about growing up in a family of musicians, how she turned challenges into fuel for her career, and what inspired her to create the Global Voice Acting Academy (GVA). Cristina doesn’t hold back, sharing raw stories, real lessons, and plenty of laughs along the way.

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This episode is a must-listen for voice actors who want the real behind-the-scenes story of building a career, finding purpose, and pushing through life’s curveballs. Cristina’s journey will leave you motivated to tackle your own.

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Tre Mosley chops it up with Steven Goard, a voice actor, music producer, and creator of the animated series The Uptown Chronicles. From growing up in Chicago to finding his voice in Atlanta, Steven shares how his love for storytelling, music, and family inspire his work. They get real about the hustle of breaking into VO, balancing life with creativity, and turning challenges into milestones. Steven’s journey is a mix of grit, passion, and plenty of laughs with Tre along the way.

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Whether you’re chasing your creative dreams or looking for real talk on balancing life and work, this episode delivers. Hit play and get inspired by Steven Goard’s down-to-earth insights and big plans.

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Tre Mosley kicks back with the vibrant and unstoppable Vanessa James, a voiceover artist, media powerhouse, and all-around globetrotter. Vanessa spills the tea on her journey from Trinidad to South Florida and beyond, sharing how she turned her love for storytelling into a powerhouse VO and media career.

From producing live events to voicing iconic campaigns, Vanessa brings energy, wisdom, and plenty of laughs. Tune in for tips, tales, and the ultimate behind-the-scenes look at her dynamic creative world.

"I am a Caribbean girl through and through. If you can’t find me behind the mic, rest assured I’m on somebody’s plane, traveling and dipping my toes in somebody’s beach." - Vanessa J

If you’re ready to hear from a powerhouse voice actor and media maven who knows how to balance it all, don’t miss this episode! Vanessa James drops knowledge and inspiration for every creative on the grind.

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In this episode, Tre Mosley catches up with voice actor Yasmeen Ansari-Roberts, whose life is a wild blend of cultures, accents, and, oh yeah, raising six kids. Yasmeen gets real about growing up between California, Saudi Arabia, and Scotland, her struggle to “sound American enough” in VO, and why she refuses to stay in just one box. Tre and Yasmeen swap stories about auditions, bad accents, and why sometimes you’ve got to kick the door down yourself. This one’s packed with laughs, cultural curveballs, and a whole lot of VO hustle.[Voice Actor Intro]

"Everything is so big... my kids' heads were spinning. They were like, 'Why don’t we live here?'" - Yasmeen.

If you’re a voice actor juggling life, accents, and the hustle, this one’s for you. Tune in for laughs, real talk, and a reminder that sometimes you’ve got to make your own seat at the table.

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In this episode, Tre Mosley talks with voice actor and all-around inspiring dude, Terry Briscoe. Terry’s path from truck driver to voiceover pro is anything but ordinary, and trust me, this convo is packed with real talk, laughs, and some solid life wisdom.

Tre and Terry chop it up about Terry’s wild journey from life on the road as a truck driver to life in the booth as a voice actor. They keep it 100 about challenges, from dealing with multiple sclerosis to finding your groove in the VO world. You’ll hear stories about staying resilient, staying real, and why taking time out is more than just a saying, it’s a whole vibe.

Grab a coffee, get comfy, and kick it with Tre and Terry for some laid-back wisdom and good energy.

"And I really, really, really enjoy that one cup of coffee that I have in the AM." - Terry B.

Highlights

If you’re into real stories, real laughs, and some solid inspiration, hit play on this one. Whether you’re in the booth, on the road, or just chilling, this episode’s got something for you.

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Kick back as Tre Mosley sits down with voiceover veteran Kay Bess, whose journey in the industry has been anything but conventional.

In this episode, they dig deep into Kay's rich career, from her California roots to her major pivots in the voiceover world. Hear about her first brush with acting at USC, a sudden transition to voiceover, and eventually landing in the promo world alongside industry legend Don LaFontaine. Together, Tre and Kay explore resilience, reinventing yourself, and the craft of bringing authenticity to every read.

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Kick back and relax as Tre Mosley chops it up with Smack Louis, a talented voice actor who brings energy to every role. In this episode, they dive into Smack’s journey from working at Nike to jumping headfirst into voiceover. They talk about balancing day jobs and dreams, breaking into VO, and navigating the entertainment industry as a person of color. Get ready for laughs, inspiration, and some wisdom about squeezing the most out of life.

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• Smack’s early days: leaving a legal career to dive into VO

So, get comfy and join the conversation. Trust us, you don’t want to miss this one! 

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