The Voiceover Gurus Podcast

Don't you just love Marketing? Yeah, we hate it too. Thankfully, on this episode of The Voiceover Gurus Podcast, JJ and Linda welcome Ex Marketing guy Rob Carbone to the show. Rob, who is also a Voice Talent, gives some tips and ideas on how to market yourself on LinkedIn and some thoughts about email marketing in general. It could stir the flames of creativity for you as it did for Linda.

Check out Robs' website at RobCarboneVO.com

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Linda Bruno Voice Actress  https://www.lindabruno.com

JJ Wilson Voices  https://www.jjwilsonvoices.com

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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/552wKWhdQzWeq2nkDGZsAu?si=IzbA2j-tTfyXTK-sDElSoQ

Podbean: https://voiceovergurus.podbean.com/

Apple iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-voiceover-gurus-podcast/id1244964011

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLmU3gJsBqFiotx0iD9UaWQ

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An actual Voiceover Gurus student discusses their voiceover journey on this episode of The Voiceover Gurus Podcast. On this episode we welcome Troy Holden as he shares his experience from the very start to working as a full time VO actor today. He shares his mistakes and a few lessons he’s learned along the way.

Visit his site: https://troyholdenvoices.com/

Listen to his podcast: The VO Life https://troyholdenvoices.com/vo-life-podcast

FOR MORE INFO ON THE VOICEOVER GURUS, PLEASE VISIT:

https://voiceover.guru/

Linda Bruno Voice Actress  https://www.lindabruno.com

JJ Wilson Voices  https://www.jjwilsonvoices.com

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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/552wKWhdQzWeq2nkDGZsAu?si=IzbA2j-tTfyXTK-sDElSoQ

Podbean: https://voiceovergurus.podbean.com/

Apple iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-voiceover-gurus-podcast/id1244964011

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLmU3gJsBqFiotx0iD9UaWQ

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Podcast Show Notes

About Steven Renata:

A native of the small township of Kawakawa in the far north of New Zealand, Steven Renata grew up in Milton, in the country’s deep south, and takes pride in his dual heritage of Māori and Pākeha (Scottish and Irish). One of the first Māori graduates of the University of Otago, Steven received his master’s degree in marketing in 1994, followed by a career in Māori tourism Auckland University of Technology, which led to him becoming a founder of global fitness company Les Mills International.

As a leader of Kiwa Digital and its pioneering language-dubbing technology VoiceQ, Steven is dedicated to the company’s strategic direction and success, observing and influencing its work through the lens of tribal leadership. This approach focuses on language and relationships that drive performance in a sustainable way, operating at the leading edge of quality content delivery. In an industry facing massive disruption driven by the global shift to digital consumption and the introduction of new technologies, Steven has helped lead Kiwa’s business model away from the constraints of physical distribution and to sharpen its focus on the publishing and post-production industries.

Steven and his whanau live in Auckland, New Zealand, and enjoys cycling, music, food, viticulture and travel. In his spare time, he also acts as a business consultant and executive wellness coach. He speaks English and te Reo Māori.

FOR MORE INFO ON THE VOICEOVER GURUS, PLEASE VISIT:

https://voiceover.guru/

Linda Bruno Voice Actress  https://www.lindabruno.com

JJ Wilson Voices  https://www.jjwilsonvoices.com

FOLLOW US:

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/thevoiceovergurus

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/vogurus/

TWITTER: https://twitter.com/VOGurus

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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/552wKWhdQzWeq2nkDGZsAu?si=IzbA2j-tTfyXTK-sDElSoQ

Podbean: https://voiceovergurus.podbean.com/

Apple iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-voiceover-gurus-podcast/id1244964011

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLmU3gJsBqFiotx0iD9UaWQ

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JJ and Linda gripe a bit about impatience when working on your VO goals and answer a student's question about pursuing a slow genre. It's another episode filled with lots of advice, a few laughs, and the relatability you've learned and love about The Voiceover Gurus.

FOR MORE INFO ON THE VOICEOVER GURUS, PLEASE VISIT:

https://voiceover.guru/

Linda Bruno Voice Actress  https://www.lindabruno.com

JJ Wilson Voices  https://www.jjwilsonvoices.com

FOLLOW US:

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INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/vogurus/

TWITTER: https://twitter.com/VOGurus

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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/552wKWhdQzWeq2nkDGZsAu?si=IzbA2j-tTfyXTK-sDElSoQ

Podbean: https://voiceovergurus.podbean.com/

Apple iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-voiceover-gurus-podcast/id1244964011

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLmU3gJsBqFiotx0iD9UaWQ

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JJ Wilson broadcasts from his NEW studio in Pennsylvania! He and Linda get caught up after a few weeks off, due to work and moving issues, and chat about a future workshop and the Masterclass benefits. Just a simple catch-up podcast!

FOR MORE INFO ON THE VOICEOVER GURUS, PLEASE VISIT:

https://voiceover.guru/

Linda Bruno Voice Actress  https://www.lindabruno.com

JJ Wilson Voices  https://www.jjwilsonvoices.com

FOLLOW US:

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/thevoiceovergurus

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/vogurus/

TWITTER: https://twitter.com/VOGurus

LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE:

Amazon Music/Audible: https://www.amazon.com/The-Voiceover-Gurus-Podcast/dp/B08K581RCX/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=The+voiceover+gurus+podcast&qid=1603987040&sr=8-1

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/552wKWhdQzWeq2nkDGZsAu?si=IzbA2j-tTfyXTK-sDElSoQ

Podbean: https://voiceovergurus.podbean.com/

Apple iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-voiceover-gurus-podcast/id1244964011

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLmU3gJsBqFiotx0iD9UaWQ

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You may think the Gurus know everything about each other after all these years and shows, but in this episode, Linda decides to ask JJ a few questions on the fly, regarding his voiceover biz and life. Both Gurus share their thoughts, experiences, and some laughs of course. And, actually learn a thing or two about each other!

FOR MORE INFO ON THE VOICEOVER GURUS, PLEASE VISIT:

https://voiceover.guru/

Linda Bruno Voice Actress  https://www.lindabruno.com

JJ Wilson Voices  https://www.jjwilsonvoices.com

FOLLOW US:

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/thevoiceovergurus

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/vogurus/

TWITTER: https://twitter.com/VOGurus

LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE:

Amazon Music/Audible: https://www.amazon.com/The-Voiceover-Gurus-Podcast/dp/B08K581RCX/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=The+voiceover+gurus+podcast&qid=1603987040&sr=8-1

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/552wKWhdQzWeq2nkDGZsAu?si=IzbA2j-tTfyXTK-sDElSoQ

Podbean: https://voiceovergurus.podbean.com/

Apple iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-voiceover-gurus-podcast/id1244964011

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLmU3gJsBqFiotx0iD9UaWQ

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Ep 85 – What is your Voiceover Motivation?

JJ Wilson and Linda Bruno talk candidly about staying motivated and the mental ups and downs of being a freelance artist. Keeping the work flowing is one of our biggest challenges and at various stages of your career, your motivation may change. So, what is your Voiceover motivation?

FOR MORE INFO ON THE VOICEOVER GURUS, PLEASE VISIT:

https://voiceover.guru/

Linda Bruno Voice Actress  https://www.lindabruno.com

JJ Wilson Voices  https://www.jjwilsonvoices.com

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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/552wKWhdQzWeq2nkDGZsAu?si=IzbA2j-tTfyXTK-sDElSoQ

Podbean: https://voiceovergurus.podbean.com/

Apple iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-voiceover-gurus-podcast/id1244964011

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLmU3gJsBqFiotx0iD9UaWQ

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The Gurus are back from a nice holiday break. JJ and Linda catch up on their lives and discuss current jobs and clients. A laid-back hang with the Gurus to bring in the New Year!

FOR MORE INFO ON THE VOICEOVER GURUS, PLEASE VISIT:

https://voiceover.guru/

Linda Bruno Voice Actress  https://www.lindabruno.com

JJ Wilson Voices  https://www.jjwilsonvoices.com

FOLLOW US:

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/thevoiceovergurus

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/vogurus/

TWITTER: https://twitter.com/VOGurus

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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/552wKWhdQzWeq2nkDGZsAu?si=IzbA2j-tTfyXTK-sDElSoQ

Podbean: https://voiceovergurus.podbean.com/

Apple iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-voiceover-gurus-podcast/id1244964011

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLmU3gJsBqFiotx0iD9UaWQ

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Ep 83 – WOVO President – Dan Lenard

The Gurus chat with voice actor, audio guru and WoVO president, Dan Lenard about the history of World-Voices Organization (WoVO), the purpose and how it helps voice actors everywhere. Dan shares his technical expertise and years of experience. A little about Dan:

Dan Lenard, “the Knowledgeable Voice” and “The Home Studio Master” President of WoVO

Hailing from Sherman Oaks, California, Dan Lenard has been a radio personality, a high school Media and Social Studies teacher, and currently is a free lance producer, professional voice artist and professional home voice over studio technical consultant. He is also a Founding Board Member and now President of World-Voices Organization, the industry association of freelance voice talent world wide.

Dan specializes in commercial and E-learning voice work.  He also has become a recognized industry expert and consultant in home studio set –up and problem solving, specifically for voice over artists new to the industry, or experienced, but with little or no self-recording experience. 

He is Co-Host of the popular weekly webcast and podcast, Voice Over Body Shop (http://vobs.tv) with George Whitham, which talks about home voice over studio tech, presents guests from the voice over industry and other relevant voice over industry news.

His philosophy. Keep it simple!

His websites are; danlenard.com , homevoiceoverstudio.com , [email protected]

FOR MORE INFO ON THE VOICEOVER GURUS, PLEASE VISIT:

https://voiceover.guru/

Linda Bruno Voice Actress  https://www.lindabruno.com

JJ Wilson Voices  https://www.jjwilsonvoices.com

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TWITTER: https://twitter.com/VOGurus

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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/552wKWhdQzWeq2nkDGZsAu?si=IzbA2j-tTfyXTK-sDElSoQ

Podbean: https://voiceovergurus.podbean.com/

Apple iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-voiceover-gurus-podcast/id1244964011

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLmU3gJsBqFiotx0iD9UaWQ

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Ep 82 – How to Make a Read Sound Real

In this episode, a Voiceover Gurus’ student asks about a very common audition spec and how to achieve it. “How to keep a read from sounding overworked”. The Gurus give their perspective as well as a few tips along the way.

FOR MORE INFO ON THE VOICEOVER GURUS, PLEASE VISIT:

https://voiceover.guru/

Linda Bruno Voice Actress  https://www.lindabruno.com

JJ Wilson Voices  https://www.jjwilsonvoices.com

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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/552wKWhdQzWeq2nkDGZsAu?si=IzbA2j-tTfyXTK-sDElSoQ

Podbean: https://voiceovergurus.podbean.com/

Apple iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-voiceover-gurus-podcast/id1244964011

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLmU3gJsBqFiotx0iD9UaWQ

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