Speak Easy: Voice Actor, Speaker and On-Screen Talent Brian Lafontaine Talks About Using Your Voice to Stand Out from the Noise

Constantly throughout the day, our brains are filtering out all sorts of stimuli, visual, auditory, etc. One of the few things your brain is tuned into and prioritizing is the sound of the human voice. That makes the ability to speak well publicly such a valuable tool.Today’s guest on The Holly Hughes Podcast has spent his entire professional career using his voice to tell stories, communicate ideas and to bring art to life. Brian Lafontaine is an actor on stage, screen, and voice overs for more than 30 years. Today he also helps other creative professionals find footing in voice acting and public speaking.Brian Lafontaine and Holly Hughes sit down for a conversation about how Brian uses his voice professionally. Brians talks about his background in the arts, particularly his love for live theatre. He also shares some of his philosophies for creativity, public speaking, and tuning into your own unique perspective to help you stand out from the crowd. Follow Brian Lafontaine online at brianlafontaine.com.Get your copy of Holly’s book, Real Not Perfect: How to Become Your Happy, Authentic Self.Chapters00:00 The Journey of an Actor: Beginnings and Influences03:03 Storytelling in Acting: The Art of Performance06:08 Stand-Up Comedy: The First Stage Experience09:00 Hecklers and Audience Engagement: Navigating Challenges12:04 Family Dynamics: Support and Understanding in the Arts15:01 Voiceover Work: A Unique Career Path18:00 The Impact of AI on Voice Acting and Creativity23:51 The Art of Standing Out25:00 Vulnerability in Creative Expression27:54 Navigating Authenticity and Safety30:42 The Challenges of the Creative Industry35:19 Physicality and Standards in Acting41:16 The Magic of Live Theater46:05 Public Speaking and New Ventures48:23 Mastering Public Speaking Techniques52:33 The Importance of Authenticity in Communication58:22 Exploring Creativity Beyond Public Speaking01:02:56 Finding Your Unique Voice01:09:07 The Power of Sharing Your StoryConnect with Holly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehollyhughes/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hollyhughesintuitiveGet Holly’s book here: http://bit.ly/4ggvAamWebsite: https://hollyhughesintuitive.com/