The Conversation S3 - The Man Behind Dr. Eggman: Mike Pollock on Sonic, Sage & His Legendary Career

🎙️ The man behind Dr. Eggman joins The Conversation!On this episode of The Conversation with Philip Cooper, I sit down with legendary voice actor Mike Pollock, best known to generations of Sonic fans as the voice of Dr. Eggman.Before becoming one of the most recognizable villains in video games, Mike built a career in broadcasting, radio, and voice acting. We go back to the beginning to explore what inspired him to become a performer, the experiences that shaped his career, and the journey that eventually led him into the world of Sonic the Hedgehog.Then, we're going deep into Dr. Eggman.Mike reflects on portraying Eggman for more than two decades, how his understanding of the character has evolved, balancing Eggman's hilarious personality with his genuinely threatening side, and what continues to make the character exciting after all these years.We also dive into Sonic Frontiers and one of the most fascinating developments for Eggman: his relationship with Sage. Mike discusses exploring a more protective and emotionally vulnerable side of the character and what those moments revealed about the man behind the mustache.Plus, we discuss memorable experiences with Sonic fans, the evolution of voice acting, Mike's career beyond Sonic, the legacy he hopes to leave behind, and his advice for the next generation of voice actors.Whether you've followed Sonic for decades or recently discovered the franchise, this is a conversation with Dr. Eggman's iconic voice you won't want to miss.#SonicTheHedgehog #MikePollock #DrEggman #SonicFrontiers #voiceacting