031 Rob Shapiro

Derek and Mike sit down with Rob Shapiro, one of the top audiobook narrators in the industry, an accomplished musician, song writer, family man and a very interesting & funny guy.  We dig in to how Rob got started as an audio book narrator, his creative approach to different genres, how he chooses projects, the mechanics and process of recording audiobooks, his recording gear and thoughts on the industry itself. He shares lots of great info on how to get started in the voice over or audiobook industry. Through the telling of some very funny stories and insightful anecdotes, Rob lays out a blue print for reinventing yourself and building a life around doing the things you love.  Not only is Rob a very talented voice actor, he's also an extremely talented musician and a prolific procreator! Rob discusses balancing a billion passions with a full family life, writing songs, producing records and having fun all along the way.   Follow Rob on twitter: @robuluxe Check out his band, Populuxe: populuxeHQ.com  Listen to his audiobooks: https://www.audible.com/search?searchNarrator=Rob+Shapiro   twitter: @derekandmikepodwebsite: derekandmike.com  Subscribe/follow the podcast.  Grazie!