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EPISODE · Mar 6, 2026 · 29 MIN

Why Troy Baker Wants To Be The Dumbest Person In The Room

from String and Tell · host Tawny Platis

Voice actor Troy Baker is known for bringing iconic characters to life, from Joel in The Last of Us to Booker DeWitt in BioShock Infinite and Indiana Jones in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle but takes a break from the booth to craft friendship bracelets with Tawny while opening up about: Sharing his work with his 7-year-old son and why playing Indiana Jones together meant more than any paycheck How reading Meditations by Marcus Aurelius reshaped his view on obstacles, masculinity, and personal growth The difference between chasing a job and crafting a career Parenting, modeling behavior, and teaching that intention matters more than “bad words” Embracing vulnerability, not knowing everything, and the joy of letting others introduce you to something new From growing up evangelical in Texas to redefining success on his own terms, Troy reflects on art as service, why learning is truly his goal, and how being the “dumbest person in the room” is actually the smartest move. There’s also a lightning round, opinionated bead choices, and a minimum of three bracelet restarts. Plus, every bracelet made during this episode will be available for purchase, with 100% of the proceeds going directly to Human Rights Watch, Troy’s chosen non-profit. Check out and purchase Troy’s bracelets:  Stoic Donut https://ebay.us/m/ko2aNt Orange Aurelius https://ebay.us/m/eGX7MY Purple People https://ebay.us/m/WSBcNd Remember, every bracelet has a story, and every story helps a cause! Follow Troy Baker:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialtroybaker/ Follow Tawny:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatis Web: https://tawnyvoice.com/

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