27. Celebrating 2026 Audie Finalists: Audiobook Adventure Edition

This year, 10 Audiobook Adventurers received nominations for the 2026 Audie Awards, across multiple categories (yes, including Audiobook of the Year). 🎧✨In this episode, host Elise Arsenault gathers finalists - graduates of The Great Audiobook Adventure, to celebrate, share honestly about what this milestone feels like, and share what they’ve learned along the way.If you’re building your own audiobook narration career, curious about how nominations happen, or you just need a little encouragement on your creative path, this one’s for you.We talk about:How self-submitting to awards works (and why you might consider it)The emotional reality of being recognized (hello, imposter syndrome)Full-cast projects, credits, and what happens behind the scenesNavigating heavy material and historic stories with careNetworking, self-promotion, and staying resilient in a noisy industryMost importantly: your work is worthy, whether it comes with a nomination or not. 🌿Featuring:André Santana @andreonthemicAngel Pean @angelpean_Cerris Morgan-Moyer @cerrismmEmana Rachelle @emanarachelleEmma Faye @emmafayeactorJames Aaron Oh @jamesaaronohMieko Gavia @sooo_groodMirai @hi.miraiNicole Cash @nicolecashchroniclesTyla Collier @tyla_collierPlease join us in celebrating them, and if you’re active on Instagram, their handles can be found above!Links + CommunityJoin our next Celebrations & Intentions Room happening Friday, March 6th: https://www.patreon.com/posts/access-march-151487675In NYC? You’re invited to The Global Actor Industry Brunch happening Tuesday, March 3rd: www.theglobalactor.com/brunchSupport the PodcastThe Global Actor Podcast is brought to you in large part by sustaining contributions from our amazing Patreon supporters. Thank you, thank you. 💛Special shoutout to our Creative Powerhouses: Darcey Rhoads, Drumsinger Michelle, Helene McCardle, Lori Holt, Maria Makis, Patrick Tokarz, Philip Estrin, Rachael Warren-Allen, Roodley Dorleans, and Shelley Philips. We’re so grateful for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.