Episode 21 | Matt Ochoa: Voice Acting at 17, The Lost Tribe & The Veldt

Welcome to Episode 21 of Between The Lines!In this episode, host Jeanette Huffman and co-host Rich Kopacz sit down with Matt Ochoa, the talented young voice actor behind Asher in Rich Kopacz's original audio drama The Lost Tribe.At just 17 years old, Matt shares how he became involved in voice acting through The Veldt radio drama program, what it's like bringing characters to life using only his voice, and how he's balancing his creative pursuits while preparing for his senior year of high school in Maryland.The conversation also explores:🎙️ Becoming the voice of Asher in The Lost Tribe🎭 Performing in The Veldt🎧 The challenges and joys of voice acting🏴‍☠️ Matt's best pirate voice🎮 Video games, Nerf battles with friends, and favorite movies🎹 Music, hobbies, and future plans❤️ The importance of family support, with Matt's sister joining the conversationWhether you're an aspiring voice actor, a fan of audio dramas, or simply enjoy hearing the stories behind creative people, this episode offers an engaging and entertaining look into Matt's journey.Hosted by:Jeanette HuffmanCo-Hosted by:Rich KopaczGuest:Matt OchoaRecorded: June 27, 2026Intro & Outro Music"From Here On In" by Everet AlmondCourtesy of the YouTube Audio LibraryMusic Credits