Voice Actor, Phil LaMarr

from Mad Props with Chris Schnabel · host Schnabel Studios

Phil LaMarr joins Mad Props with Chris Schnabel for a wide-ranging conversation on voice acting, animation, and building one of the most versatile careers in entertainment. Phil is best known for his iconic roles as Hermes Conrad (Futurama), Samurai Jack, Green Lantern (Justice League), and his on-screen role in Pulp Fiction, but his career spans decades across animation, television, film, video games, and live action. In this episode, Phil breaks down how he got into voice acting, the discipline behind sustaining a long-term career in Hollywood, and what separates good voice actors from great ones. He also shares behind-the-scenes stories from major animated series, lessons learned from working across genres, and advice for creatives trying to find longevity in a competitive industry. Whether you grew up watching Cartoon Network, Adult Swim, or DC Animation, or you’re interested in the craft of voice acting itself, this episode delivers insight, nostalgia, and real talk from one of the most respected voices in the business. Phil LaMarr Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phillamarr TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@phillamarr Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/phillamarr Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PhilLaMarrOfficial Mad Props Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madpropod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@madpropod Chris Schnabel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisschnabel TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chris.schnabel Episode Produced by Joe Brown Episode Edited by Chris Schnabel Mad Props is a Schnabel Studios Production Chapters: 0:00 – Intro: Phil LaMarr Joins Mad Props 2:30 – Breaking Into Acting & Early Career Lessons 7:45 – Transitioning into Voice Acting 13:10 – Becoming Hermes on Futurama 20:30 – Creating Samurai Jack & Finding Emotional Range 28:00 – Voice Acting vs On-Camera Acting 35:40 – Longevity in Animation & Hollywood 44:10 – Working Across TV, Film, and Video Games 52:30 – Advice for Aspiring Voice Actors 1:00:00 – Legacy Roles & Fan Impact 1:08:00 – Final Thoughts & Rapid Fire

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