25. Gregg Berger: The Voice of Legends, Monsters, and Heroes

🎙️ Gregg Berger: The Voice of Legends, Monsters, and Heroes In this episode of Tales from the Booth, host Paulette Lifton welcomes legendary voice actor Gregg Berger—a performer whose unmistakable voice has powered some of the most iconic characters in animation, video games, and television for over four decades. Fans around the world know Gregg as the mighty Grimlock from Transformers, the lovable Odie from Garfield and Friends, and the fearless hero from The Tick. His voice has also appeared across countless beloved franchises including G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Batman: The Animated Series, and Avatar: The Last Airbender. Gregg shares stories from inside the booth about bringing larger-than-life characters to life, sustaining a career across decades of changing technology, and finding truth and humor in even the most outrageous performances. From heroic warriors and gruff monsters to comedic sidekicks and unforgettable creatures, Gregg reveals how versatility, imagination, and pure love of the craft have shaped his extraordinary journey. Paulette and Gregg also discuss the evolution of the voiceover industry, the magic of classic animation recording sessions, and what today's actors can learn from the golden era of ensemble voice acting. This episode is a celebration of one of the most recognizable voices in animation history—and a must-listen for anyone who loves character acting, storytelling, and the timeless art of voice performance. Follow the Voice Masters team for more inspiring conversations: 🎧 Instagram: @voice.masters 🌐 Website: voice-masters.com 🎤 Paulette Lifton: @paulette_lifton 🎬 Mimi Maynard: @maynard.mimi