Best Kay Bess Podcasts (2024)

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The Amazing VO Career of Kay Bess! 52:39

15d ago52:39

52:39

Celebrating her 40th year as a full-time voice actor, Kay Bess joins us on the latest episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast! Yes, FORTY YEARS. During that time her career has evolved from being primarily a commercial voice to a promo voice to a video game voice & more! She has a lot of knowledge to share and stories to tell. Please enjoy! For VO co…

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Making Wavs VO POT-cast with Surprise Guest Brigid Reale 55:57

6h ago55:57

55:57

We are going to learn a LOT today! Like how to act on social media… How NOT to land a singing gig with iconic pop band, Deee-Lite… And, the proper way to make POT BROWNIES. We surprise Bobbi with MYSTERY GUEST, Brigid Reale on this episode of the Making Wavs VO Podcast. Enjoy the laughs and stories. Also, don’t be a dick on social media! Thanks for…

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Gear Recommendations for Your Santa List with George the Tech 1:11:13

1h ago1:11:13

1:11:13

What would you like to put on your Wish List for Santa Claus? Maybe a new microphone? A new interface? Some other voice over studio upgrade? George the Tech has plenty of ideas for you if you're trying to decide what you'd like to ask for this holiday season. He offers up suggestions for mics, interfaces, software and plugins, and he even had one s…

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Making Wavs VO Podcast - A S#!T Ton of Info! 41:07

6h ago41:07

41:07

In this episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast, get ready for a wealth of information! Kevin and Bobbi discuss everything from promos and political voiceover work to automotive projects, representation, and what’s in store for 2025. This information-packed episode is essential for any voice actor looking to navigate the road ahead! Thanks for listen…

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Forget the Haters; Stay Authentic on Social Media 24:19

1h ago24:19

24:19

One of the big reasons why voice actors don't use social media is because of criticism from total strangers. Someone either shares something, or drops a comment, and you immediately second guess everything you're doing on social media, or assume you're doing it all wrong. We're giving too much power to these total strangers. In this episode, I talk…

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HURRAY, Political Season is OVER! 45:50

12d ago45:50

45:50

Join hosts Kevin and Bobbi, along with special guests Bill DeWees and Krysta Wallrauch, as they dive into the realities of recording political voiceover spots. How do you break into the political VO game? What’s the most challenging part of recording these high-pressure spots? And how do you distance yourself from the negativity that often surround…

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How to Automate Email Follow-Ups with Nimble Sequences 23:07

7d ago23:07

23:07

Success is in the follow-up. This is something you've probably heard me say a thousand times. But now, thanks to Nimble, I've got a new way to automate those follow-ups making them even easier to do, and all but guaranteeing they actually get sent. Using a new feature called Sequences, automating your follow-up strategy is going to change the way y…

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From Dream to Disney with Sarah Kramer 48:48

14d ago48:48

48:48

Odds are, if you're working as a voice actor, you've got at least one dream you're working towards in the industry. Maybe it's landing a specific client. Booking a certain type of job. Or finding success in a particular genre of the industry. For Sarah Kramer, the goal has been the same for years. She wanted to work in animation and more specifical…

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MANAGER Talk - With Sumeet Lyengar! 45:38

20d ago45:38

45:38

After nearly two decades as a voiceover agent, Sumeet Lyengar is currently in voiceover management. He has learned a LOT about negotiating and booking for talent. Now, he’s a partner with Cope Management and continues to battle for voice actors! On this episode of the Making Wavs VO Podcast, we chat with this industry good guy about all things voic…

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Thinking and Running Your Business like a CEO with Danielle Famble 1:07:52

27d ago1:07:52

1:07:52

Making a decision to pursue a career in voice acting means also making a decision to start a small business and pursue a life of entrepreneurship. If you're going to run a business, you need think like a business owner. That's what the entire concept of VOpreneur is all about. Voice Actor + Entrepreneur = VOpreneur Danielle Famble has built a name …

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Rob Williams - From Radio Broadcast to Full Time VO 42:55

29d ago42:55

42:55

In this all new episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast, we sit down with the incredible voice actor Rob Williams to explore his journey from radio broadcast to full-time voiceover. Join us in this uplifting episode as we discuss the importance of being prepared for downtimes in the industry, why you should always be learning your craft, growing your…

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Side Hustles for Voice Actors - Diversifying Your VO Income! 46:46

1M ago46:46

46:46

Let's talk about the money honey! In this episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast, we are chatting about side hustles specifically tailored for voice actors. Whether you are a seasoned pro or just starting out, having multiple income streams can enhance your financial stability and artistic growth - especially when things are slow! Our guests Shannon…

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Is This a Glimpse at the Future of Voice Over with Erin Culpepper 39:18

1M ago39:18

39:18

Can A.I. and Human voice actors work together? Is there a path forward where they coexist in the space? I guess only time will truly answer that question, but for now, we can look at what's happening in the real world. The vast majority of VO is still human. Yay! Some VO is being taken over by A.I. Boo! But what if there's a new form of VO being cr…

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Embracing Your VO Path - Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Self-Comparison 33:03

1M ago33:03

33:03

Have you ever felt like you don’t belong or you're not good enough to be a successful voice talent, despite your achievements? You’re not alone! Join hosts Kevin and Bobbi in this empowering episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast, where they tackle the pervasive feelings of imposter syndrome and the urge to quickly compare ourselves to others in the…

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The Evolution of Voice Over with Kay Bess 1:13:35

2M ago1:13:35

1:13:35

There are many different ways to approach a career in voice over and in this episode, Kay Bess and Marc Scott discuss that and more. Kay and Marc came at voice over from two different places and in two different ways and both were able to find success. Together they talk about the evolution of the industry, how to stay relevant over time, how entre…

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British Invasion - The Great Voiceover Showdown! 56:16

2M ago56:16

56:16

We're getting cheeky in this episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast as we dive into the vibrant world of voiceovers with talent from across the pond! We’ll unpack the mind-blowing price differences that often come into play for American and British VO projects, demo differences, networking and even chat about how conferences are over here versus ove…

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Can Improv Make You a Better Voice Actor with Rebecca Haugh 57:33

2M ago57:33

57:33

Improv is a fascinating technique in the performance world that some people love, many people fear, and, I suspect, many simply don't fully understand. I admit, myself, that I feel into a combination of the fear and lack of understanding category. Until this interview with Rebecca Haugh. Rebecca is a gifted voice actor and coach who teaches voice a…

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Eddie Cooper – From Flight Attendant to Voice Actor 39:43

2M ago39:43

39:43

We are having a great conversation today! Eddie Cooper has been a voice actor since the 90’s. Maybe you’ve heard him on projects for Nike, Maker’s Mark or Levi’s. He’s done a LOT in voiceover and has a lot to share on this episode of the Making Wavs VO Podcast. Hear his fascinating story of transitioning to voiceover from being a flight attendant! …

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How to Be More Conversational with Hugh Klitzke 1:05:19

2M ago1:05:19

1:05:19

Ah yes... the conversational voice over read. Or is that, the conversational NON ANNOUNCER voice over read? Either way, we see the direction in pretty much every single audition that comes into our studios. Doesn't seem to matter what genre. It's what every casting director, agent, producer and creative director on planet earth is looking for. So h…

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Missing Work Woes – A Challenge for the Voice Actor 35:11

2M ago35:11

35:11

Today, Bobbi and Kevin are tackling a topic that resonates with so many of us voice actors: the complexities of missing work. Whether you are on vacation, you’re sick and can’t talk, or an emergency comes up, there are always hurdles that you’ll have to face in your voiceover career. In this episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast, you will hear Kevi…

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Lessons Learned from a Serial Entrepreneur turned VOpreneur with Jessica Mathison 1:07:27

2M ago1:07:27

1:07:27

This journey of a VOpreneur® is not an easy one. It can be incredibly fun, rewarding. But if you aren't comfortable thinking and operating like a business owner, it can also be challenging and stressful. Jessica Mathison has owned many businesses in the past, and she's mastered the art of the pivot when circumstances and situations have changed. Sh…

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Linda Bruno - A TRIPLE Threat! 48:41

3M ago48:41

48:41

We are going to learn a LOT today! Linda Bruno has been a voice actress since the 90’s. Yup, that’s some great experience. She has so much experience that she started offering guidance to up and coming voice actors and has established a remarkable coaching program with dozens of happy students. In this episode of the Making Wavs VO Podcast, Linda s…

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From 0 to 82M Views; How to Create Viral Content with Tawny Platis 1:06:11

3M ago1:06:11

1:06:11

How would you like to create social media content that consistently went viral? Content that would build you a massive audience and following? Content that would generate voice over opportunities for you? Content that would open the door to alternative income streams as well? That's exactly what Tawny Platis has done. She's build a YouTube channel …

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Behind The Mic with Steve Henderson 41:07

3M ago41:07

41:07

In this episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast, we're thrilled to have the incredibly talented and seasoned voice actor, Steve Henderson joining us. Known for his deep, resonant tones and commanding presence, Steve has been a familiar voice at NASCAR Awards for several years, and has used his "good pipes" for many other great clients such as - Carto…

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Mary Lynn Wissner - Navigating VO Specs 41:32

3M ago41:32

41:32

As a voice actor, you have to decipher specs for every audition you submit. It can get overwhelming and sometimes you might even feel frustrated with the direction given on the page. Luckily for you, we know how you feel! Which is why we are bringing you a seasoned voiceover casting director to share insider tips on navigating VO specifications on …

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This is Why Your Marketing Isn't Working 15:54

3M ago15:54

15:54

In an effort to be less annoying, what if you're costing your voice over business thousands of dollars in potential lost revenue? Even worse... what if your narratives are all wrong and you're costing yourself that lost revenue for no good reason at all? Voice Actors who fail to follow-up are voice actors who are missing out on new clients and new …

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Getting Down To Business with Paul Schmidt! 45:53

3M ago45:53

45:53

Voice actor and coach, Paul Schmidt knows a LOT about the business side of voiceover and we are fortunate to have him as a guest on this episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast! Listen to this one and you'll hear how it took Paul multiple attempts to become successful in voiceover. You'll hear some important marketing strategies, too! And, a Nightmar…

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How to Choose the Perfect Branded Swag 20:08

3M ago20:08

20:08

Looking for a way to stay front and center with voice over clients and prospects that doesn't involve sending emails, making phone calls or posting on social media (though those things still matter too!)? Branded swag can be a really effective marketing tool when you choose the right swag. In this episode, Marc Scott dives into several important co…

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Voiceover GOLD!! 53:24

4M ago53:24

53:24

It’s not the OLYMPICS but it IS voiceover GOLD! On this episode of the Making Wavs VO Podcast, Kevin and Bobbi share their win or “gold” from the last two years. What lead to those wins? What’s the inspiration that helped with the connection? They will share all that and MUCH more. (#frenchpolevaulter) Don’t miss this fun and evocative podcast! Tha…

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The Social Media Metric that Matters Most 19:20

4M ago19:20

19:20

Have you ever wondered how to figure out if your social media content is actually working? What are the metrics that you need to be paying attention to? Of those metrics, how do you even determine if your numbers are good or not? In this episode, Marc Scott breaks down a few considerations for tracking your social media strategy including defining …

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It's The Making Wavs VO PONTOON PODCAST!! 33:06

4M ago33:06

33:06

Head out on the Pontoon and hang out with 4 working voice actor friends in today's episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast! Heather M. Bell and Jessica Holtan join Kevin and Bobbi for a relaxing day out on the water! Recorded LIVE in NASHVILLE, they are chilling and talking about one of their favorite subjects - VOICEOVERS! So, kick off your shoes, s…

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The Anti-Marketer Embraces Marketing with Caryn Clark 51:06

4M ago51:06

51:06

If you're a voice actor who doesn't love marketing, you're in good company. The vast majority of VO's would rather do just about anything else other than market themselves. Don't believe me, meet Caryn Clark. A voice actor who spent years fighting against the idea of self-marketing... until one day she didn't. The result? She started growing her bu…

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Jennifer Araya - Talks Audiobooks 50:06

4M ago50:06

50:06

There seems to be a love/hate relationship when it comes to audiobooks for many voice actors. You may have tried it once and never want to go back, or you're just starting out and you're curious of what it's like working as an audiobook narrator. Either way, you're in luck, because we brought Audie-Award-winning narrator - Jennifer Jill Araya on to…

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Getting Down to the Business of Voice Over with Carin Gilfry and Jamie Muffett 1:01:09

4M ago1:01:09

1:01:09

A voice over conference dedicated to the business side of voice over? Yes please! In this episode, Marc Scott speaks with VOcation Conference founders Carin Gilfry and Jamie Muffett all about the business side of voice over. Among the subjects discussed... some of the challenging aspects of running a business and tips for doing it better, the curre…

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Tre Mosley - The VO Hustle! 57:45

4M ago57:45

57:45

If you've been with us since the beginning of our show, then you'll probably recognize today's guest. We are so fortunate to have Emmy Nominated Voice Actor - Tre Mosley joining us for the second time on The Making Wavs VO Podcast. We're catching up with Tre's adventures as a working voiceover artist! Get his take on Racism in VO, how he landed a B…

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Design Your Perfect Brand Logo with Katie Sinkowski 1:00:55

4M ago1:00:55

1:00:55

When I decided I wanted to redo this VOpreneur logo this year, there was one thing I was certain of. I was working with a human. With the previous logo, I used an online design service and it was ok. But this time, I really wanted / needed to work through the process with a human. That's when I found Katie Sinkowski online. Working with her on the …

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Inside the EPIC world of MOVIE TRAILERS with Alex Justinger! 52:55

4M ago52:55

52:55

We are going EPIC today in this episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast with movie trailer producer & director Alex Justinger. With over a decade in the movie trailer business, Alex knows trailer VO! This is a good one folks, so be sure you tune in, take notes, gain some great insight and enjoy this fun episode! Want to learn more about Alex, look hi…

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How to Use Data to Grow Your Voice Over Business with David Cui Cui 1:10:40

4M ago1:10:40

1:10:40

Most people, particularly most voice actors, don't get overly excited when you mention something like data analysis. We've got quite enough to do already to run our businesses as VOpreneurs. However, there's a lot of information that can be gleaned from data. Data that can help us make better informed decisions. Data that can help us figure out whe…

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The UGH-ly side of Voiceover! 40:54

5M ago40:54

40:54

In this episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast, Bobbi and Kevin talk about pet peeves, annoyances and the UGH-ly side of VO. Kick back and yell at the kids to get off your lawn with us today! Thanks for listening and don't forget to subscribe and share this episode with your friends. This episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast was brought to you by: …

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Turn AI into Your Personal Assistant with Donna Vincent Roa 1:04:33

5M ago1:04:33

1:04:33

Donna Vincent Roa, a certified prompt engineer, discusses the application of AI in the voice over industry. She shares her experience using AI tools to enhance her voice over business and emphasizes the importance of embracing AI to stay competitive. Donna provides examples of how she uses AI for brainstorming, creating social media content, and ge…

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Katie Leigh - THE VOICE THAT RAISED THE MILLENNIALS 1:02:51

5M ago1:02:51

1:02:51

We're sure you've heard our next guest's voice, especially if you grew up on classic cartoons! Her brilliant work and bright personality has shone for decades in the VO world. Specializing in kids and character voices, Katie Leigh is a multi-faceted voice-over veteran who brings happiness to audiences of all ages! She is THE VOICE THAT RAISED THE M…

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Master Medical Narration with Debbie Irwin 57:24

5M ago57:24

57:24

Are you ready to find out just how wide-ranging of a genre medical narration is? Debbie Irwin joins the show to talk about her transition from Wall Street (she has thoughts on $TSLA) to voice over and the rise of medical narration as a huge and lucrative genre. She breaks down all the sub-genres that fall under the medical narration genre, gives ti…

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2024 GOALS CHECK! 42:35

5M ago42:35

42:35

In this episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast, Bobbi and Kevin check progress on their goals for 2024. How do you think they’re doing?? From Agents to Documentaries and E-Learning to Political VO, find out their how well they are sticking to them! Plus, you’ll hear discussions about accents, automotive and animation! Have you been tackling your Voi…

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RIP Generic Marketing 17:04

5M ago17:04

17:04

If your marketing strategy in has been to write generic messages and blitz them to as many leads as possible, your world is about to get blown up! Coaches are still teaching voice actors this method for growing their businesses. It's never worked great, and it's about to become even less effective courtesy of new AI tools that will change the game.…

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Hugh P. Klitzke - Conversational VO 53:25

5M ago53:25

53:25

We are going conversational today in this episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast with voiceover coach, director and producer Hugh P. Klitzke. With almost 20 years of experience in the industry, Hugh knows VO! He has helped many voiceover artists understand and perform the conversational read to book the job, and we are so happy to have him with us t…

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How to Land An A List Agent and Grow Your Business like a VOpreneur with Carrie Olsen 1:00:05

5M ago1:00:05

1:00:05

Booking national commercials and landing an A List agent in her first year. Growing her business with a true entrepreneurial mindset and approach. A perspective on eLearning from someone who's been on the creation and development side. Carrie Olsen shares ALL the things in this incredibly insightful interview which really could be considered a coac…

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Tim Friedlander - Envisioning The Future in VO 44:19

6M ago44:19

44:19

Can you protect your voice as a voiceover talent these days? In a world where so much is changing with AI technology, it can be scary to think about companies using your voice without your permission or any compensation. Yet this is a real threat, and unfortunately has already affected artists' all around the world. Luckily for us however, there ar…

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What Producers Think of Marketing and Other Tips for Voice Actors with Jeff Savage 48:46

6M ago48:46

48:46

Few things cause voice actors more stress and anxiety than their marketing. What if I send the wrong message? What if I reach out to the wrong person? What if I annoy them? Get out your iPad and Apple Pencil, friend. In this interview we're going to pull back the curtain on voice over marketing by speaking to a talent who works both sides. He's a s…

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The Audio Ninja - Jordan Reynolds! 52:36

6M ago52:36

52:36

Get your game-on with the incredibly talented voice actor and audio ninja - Jordan Reynolds, in this fun episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast. Jordan has done it all, and there's no secret why... He's a talented voice actor, fun to work with and is highly skilled in all things audio. Prepare to be entertained with good stories, fun voices and a go…

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The Real Reason Online Casting Isn't Working For You with Brad Hyland 1:01:19

6M ago1:01:19

1:01:19

Maybe Online Casting sites don't hate you after all? We may hate the algorithms and the business practices and the Terms of Use on some of these sites, but what if that's not the real reason you're not booking and finding success with these platforms? Brad Hyland is a very successful voice actor, and online casting is one of the places he's booking…

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