Mike Pongracz | The Man Behind Tommy Texter, Sportsnet & Canada's Biggest Commercials

On this week's episode, Quinn is joined by veteran voice-over artist Mike Pongracz. Mike talks about growing up in Stouffville, Ontario, his love of hockey, and how he first got his start in radio before unexpectedly finding his way into the world of voice-over work. Mike reflects on the early grind of building a career behind the microphone, auditioning for countless projects, and eventually becoming one of the most recognizable voices in Canadian advertising. He shares the story behind Cineplex's iconic Tommy Texter campaign, which first debuted in 2009 and became a staple of the movie-going experience for an entire generation of Canadians before returning with a sequel in 2024. The conversation also dives into Mike's work with Sportsnet, the evolution of the voice-over industry, how technology has changed the business, his thoughts on the rise of artificial intelligence, and what it's like knowing millions of people recognize his voice without ever knowing his face. This episode is packed with nostalgia, behind-the-scenes stories, and a fascinating look at the career of one of Canada's most familiar voices. Watch / Listen: [https://beacons.ai/thequinnmarrshow] Subscribe for more nostalgic interviews every week! Follow me: Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/thequinnmarr] Instagram (Show): [https://www.instagram.com/thequinnmarrshow] YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@thequinnmarrshow] TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@thequinnmarrshow] #MikePongracz #TommyTexter #Cineplex #Sportsnet #VoiceOver #VoiceOverArtist #CanadianTV #Commercials #TheQuinnMarrShow #Podcast #Nostalgia #Radio #TommyTexterReturns #AI #CanadianEntertainment