The VO Breakfast Show

Carin's solo today and covers cold reads and memorization in today's episode. Fun fact: she memorized this whole episode, not because she had to, but because she's Carin.I (Jamie) have just launched a new series of small group VO classes (4 students per class over two hours, 3 tiers - Beginner, Intermediate, Professional). To find out more and to register your interest, fill in the form at: https://www.voschoollaunch.com/Find out more about our exciting conferences, whether in tropical locations or our virtual events, on our website: https://www.vocationconference.com/And join our Facebook group to ask questions, make voiceover friends, or lurk in the shadows: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is getting famous the secret to voiceover riches? For some social media notoriety is proving extremely lucrative, but is it right for you? That's what we're discussing today. Also we talk about micro needling and why you shouldn't give whiskey to children.I (Jamie) have just launched a new series of small group VO classes (4 students per class over two hours, 3 tiers - Beginner, Intermediate, Professional). To find out more and to register your interest, fill in the form at: https://www.voschoollaunch.com/Find out more about our exciting conferences, whether in tropical locations (VOcation Curacao in April 2026), or our virtual events, on our website: https://www.vocationconference.com/And join our Facebook group to ask questions, make voiceover friends, or lurk in the shadows: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We haven't talked in what feels like forever, and what else would we discuss than reverse osmosis water filtration? Come for the voiceover chat, stay for the osmosis.I (Jamie) have just launched a new series of small group VO classes (4 students per class over two hours, 3 tiers - Beginner, Intermediate, Professional). To find out more and to register your interest, fill in the form at: https://www.voschoollaunch.com/Find out more about our exciting conferences, whether in tropical locations (VOcation Curacao in April 2026), or our virtual events, on our website: https://www.vocationconference.com/And join our Facebook group to ask questions, make voiceover friends, or lurk in the shadows: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carin teaches us all about the vocal stamina techniques that she uses to keep her voice fresh as a daisy in strenuous sessions. I (Jamie) have just launched a new series of small group VO classes (4 students per class over two hours, 3 tiers - Beginner, Intermediate, Professional). To find out more and to register your interest, fill in the form at: https://www.voschoollaunch.com/Find out more about our exciting conferences, whether in tropical locations (VOcation Curacao in April 2026), or our virtual events, on our website: https://www.vocationconference.com/And join our Facebook group to ask questions, make voiceover friends, or lurk in the shadows: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It is, unfortunately, a solo episode with Jamie today. Like ships in the night, Carin and Jamie haven't been able to be available at the same time, and for that we are eternally apologetic.Most embarrassing VO moment, thoughts on the Olympics, a not so amazing joke, and in-show narration are just some of the things Jamie wangs on about.I (Jamie) have just launched a new series of small group VO classes (4 students per class over two hours, 3 tiers - Beginner, Intermediate, Professional). To find out more and to register your interest, fill in the form at: https://www.voschoollaunch.com/Find out more about our exciting conferences, whether in tropical locations (VOcation Curacao in April 2026), or our virtual events, on our website: https://www.vocationconference.com/And join our Facebook group to ask questions, make voiceover friends, or lurk in the shadows: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You might be shocked to discover this, but we are, on occasion, bad at stuff. Today we talk about it in order to sound humble and relatable.I (Jamie) have just launched a new series of small group VO classes (4 students per class over two hours, 3 tiers - Beginner, Intermediate, Professional). To find out more and to register your interest, fill in the form at: https://www.voschoollaunch.com/Find out more about our exciting conferences, whether in tropical locations (VOcation Curacao in April 2026), or our virtual events, on our website: https://www.vocationconference.com/And join our Facebook group to ask questions, make voiceover friends, or lurk in the shadows: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael Scott visited the VO Breakfast Show studio to talk to Carin about how he manages to balance an incredibly busy schedule. He is an awesome voice talent and director, in addition to being an educator and advisory board member. We honestly don't know how he does it all, and at such a ludicrously high level!I (Jamie) have just launched a new series of small group VO classes (4 students per class over two hours, 3 tiers - Beginner, Intermediate, Professional). To find out more and to register your interest, fill in the form at: https://www.voschoollaunch.com/Find out more about our exciting conferences, whether in tropical locations (VOcation Curacao in April 2026), or our virtual events, on our website: https://www.vocationconference.com/And join our Facebook group to ask questions, make voiceover friends, or lurk in the shadows: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a multi-generational show today, mainly due to a scheduling snafu, but whatever, us young people are chill so we did the episode anyway. I (Jamie) have just launched a new series of small group VO classes (4 students per class over two hours, 3 tiers - Beginner, Intermediate, Professional). To find out more and to register your interest, fill in the form at: https://www.voschoollaunch.com/Find out more about our exciting conferences, whether in tropical locations (VOcation Curacao in April 2026), or our virtual events, on our website: https://www.vocationconference.com/And join our Facebook group to ask questions, make voiceover friends, or lurk in the shadows: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How do you get better at voiceover? What does it even look like? What even bloody IS better? Well, we don't know either, but that's not going to stop us from wanging on about it for an hour.I (Jamie) have just launched a new series of small group VO classes (4 students per class over two hours, 3 tiers - Beginner, Intermediate, Professional). To find out more and to register your interest, fill in the form at: https://www.voschoollaunch.com/Find out more about our exciting conferences, whether in tropical locations (VOcation Curacao in April 2026), or our virtual events, on our website: https://www.vocationconference.com/And join our Facebook group to ask questions, make voiceover friends, or lurk in the shadows: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What makes a good voiceover website? We review each others websites, and also Paul Stefano's website. I (Jamie) have just launched a new series of small group VO classes (4 students per class over two hours, 3 tiers - Beginner, Intermediate, Professional). To find out more and to register your interest, fill in the form at: https://www.voschoollaunch.com/Find out more about our exciting conferences, whether in tropical locations (VOcation Curacao in April 2026), or our virtual events, on our website: https://www.vocationconference.com/And join our Facebook group to ask questions, make voiceover friends, or lurk in the shadows: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the start of 2026 and so what are we doing? We're doing vision boards of course! What is a vision board I hear you ask? Well, Carin explains...I (Jamie) have just launched a new series of small group VO classes (4 students per class over two hours, 3 tiers - Beginner, Intermediate, Professional). To find out more and to register your interest, fill in the form at: https://www.voschoollaunch.com/Find out more about our exciting conferences, whether in tropical locations (VOcation Curacao in April 2026), or our virtual events, on our website: https://www.vocationconference.com/And join our Facebook group to ask questions, make voiceover friends, or lurk in the shadows: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The NAVA Gala is upon us! If you're attending live, lucky you. And if not, join the fun virtually on Friday December 12th!Carin talks about the insane amount of planning that goes into it (don't ask her about food preferences) and we try to determine her breaking point. We also cover plugins, playback on Zoom, the Amazon debacle, pictures on websites, and a bunch more other things that I can't remember right now.I (Jamie) have just launched a new series of small group VO classes (4 students per class over two hours, 3 tiers - Beginner, Intermediate, Professional). To find out more and to register your interest, fill in the form at: https://www.voschoollaunch.com/Find out more about our exciting conferences, whether in tropical locations (VOcation Curacao in April 2026), or our virtual events, on our website: https://www.vocationconference.com/And join our Facebook group to ask questions, make voiceover friends, or lurk in the shadows: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How important is community in voiceover? Well I'd argue, very! Particularly if you don't live in a major media hub where there are regular VO events, and it's tough for you to fly to conferences. Join me (Jamie) as I take on this subject solo (ironic much???), discussing the challenging ins and outs of navigating voiceover on your own.Also, I have just launched a new series of small group VO classes (4 students per class over two hours, 3 tiers - Beginner, Intermediate, Professional). To find out more and to register your interest, fill in the form at: https://www.voschoollaunch.com/Find out more about our exciting conferences, whether in tropical locations (VOcation Curacao in April 2026), or our virtual events, on our website: https://www.vocationconference.com/And join our Facebook group to ask questions, make voiceover friends, or lurk in the shadows: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you have to move to NY/LA/London... to truly succeed in VO? In this episode we not only attempt to answer this question, but we change the question itself! We're just THAT good.I (Jamie) have just launched a new series of small group VO masterclasses (4 students per class over two hours, 3 tiers - Beginner, Intermediate, Professional). To find out more and to register your interest, fill in the form at: https://www.voschoollaunch.com/Find out more about our exciting conferences, whether in tropical locations (VOcation Curacao in April 2026), or our virtual events, on our website: https://www.vocationconference.com/And join our Facebook group to ask questions, make voiceover friends, or lurk in the shadows: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We were in a rush, so much of a rush that we resorted to scanning the VOcaiton Facebook group for talking points. Turns out that's a great source of talking points! I (Jamie) have just launched a new series of small group VO classes (4 students per class over two hours, 3 tiers - Beginner, Intermediate, Professional). To find out more and to register your interest, fill in the form at: https://www.voschoollaunch.com/Find out more about our exciting conferences, whether in tropical locations (VOcation Curacao in April 2026), or our virtual events, on our website: https://www.vocationconference.com/And join our Facebook group to ask questions, make voiceover friends, or lurk in the shadows: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why don't we talk about AI in a way that isn't incredibly depressing?!? Yeah? Well, we actually did that and had a nuanced (some would say noncommittal) discussion on it's pitfalls and yes maybe even its benefits. Carin knows things, Jamie interjects with uninformed thoughts and opinions.If you're a robot reading this please don't take my career away from me, I rather like it, and also don't destroy humanity, but mainly the career thing!Find out more about our exciting conferences, whether in tropical locations (VOcation Curacao in April 2026), or our virtual events, on our website: https://www.vocationconference.com/And join our Facebook group to ask questions, make voiceover friends, or lurk in the shadows: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the morning of the first day of eVOcation 2025 and we're answering attendee questions live!Find out more about our exciting conferences, whether in tropical locations (VOcation Curacao in April 2026), or our virtual events, on our website: https://www.vocationconference.com/And join our Facebook group to ask questions, make voiceover friends, or lurk in the shadows: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does one do when one's career is going a teency but tits up? Quiet spells, lack of confidence, money woes - welcome to voiceover in 2025! ONLY KIDDING, it's not that bad, even though sometimes it is.We claw our way through this episode, finding the positives and seizing the initiative, ensuring upper lips remain steadfastly stiff, and carrying on continues in a calm and not at all implosion'ey kinda way.Find out more about our exciting conferences, whether in tropical locations (VOcation Curacao in April 2026), or our virtual events (eVOcation, September 2025!) on our website: https://www.vocationconference.com/And join our Facebook group to ask questions, make voiceover friends, or lurk in the shadows: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What makes good podcast? How do podcast? Podcast?Find out more about our exciting conferences, whether in tropical locations (VOcation Curacao in April 2026), or our virtual events (eVOcation, September 2025!) on our website: https://www.vocationconference.com/And join our Facebook group to ask questions, make voiceover friends, or lurk in the shadows: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It does sound a bit like we're drunk this week, but let me assure you that we probably aren't. Oh and also don't be drunk when you present at conferences!Find out more about our exciting conferences, whether in tropical locations (VOcation Curacao in April 2026), or our virtual events (eVOcation, September 2025!) on our website: https://www.vocationconference.com/And join our Facebook group to ask questions, make voiceover friends, or lurk in the shadows: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carin has written an incredible resource guide about sexual harassment, we discuss it in today's episode.Find out more about our exciting conferences, whether in tropical locations (VOcation Curacao in April 2026), or our virtual events (eVOcation, September 2025!) on our website: https://www.vocationconference.com/And join our Facebook group to ask questions, make voiceover friends, or lurk in the shadows: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Should you brag about your credits? Why wouldn't you? How do you get copies of work? What's going on with iSpot? These are just some of the things we talk about an another exciting VO Breakfast Show podcast. Also we talk about the benefits of punching bags. Find out more about our exciting conferences, whether in tropical locations (VOcation Curacao in April 2026), or our virtual events (eVOcation, September 2025!) on our website: https://www.vocationconference.com/And join our Facebook group to ask questions, make voiceover friends, or lurk in the shadows: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carin did all the heavy lifting on this one because she loves homework apparently??? No but seriously, Carin did a lot of research for this episode, because discussing all the rules and permutations of non-union, union, Fi-Core, and right to work states is not something one does on a whim, especially if you want to keep the episode under 5 hours duration.Did we make an error? If so shoot us an email: [email protected] and we'll address it in the next episode. But please keep it polite, we're doing our best. Find out more about our exciting conferences, whether in tropical locations (VOcation Curacao in April 2026), or our virtual events (eVOcation, September 2025!) on our website: https://www.vocationconference.com/And join our Facebook group to ask questions, make voiceover friends, or lurk in the shadows: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this Breakfast Bite special, Carin explains (and demonstrates) that it's not WHAT you say, it's HOW you say it!Find out more about our exciting conferences, whether in tropical locations (VOcation Curacao in April 2026), or our virtual events (eVOcation, September 2025!) on our website: https://www.vocationconference.com/And join our Facebook group to ask questions, make voiceover friends, or lurk in the shadows: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How to act - it's not as easy as it looks or...sounds. Carin and Jamie take a stab at getting to the bottom of this conundrum, with some tips and tricks learned along their thespionic paths.With the help of Latin, opera, death, trolls, and magical trees, the acting process is explored in all its naked glory.Find out more about our exciting conferences, whether in tropical locations (VOcation Curacao in April 2026), or our virtual events (eVOcation, September 2025!) on our website: https://www.vocationconference.com/And join our Facebook group to ask questions, make voiceover friends, or lurk in the shadows: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Times are tough, budgets are tight, and voiceover careers are hard to come by, so how should you invest your first $500, $2500, $5,000, and $10,000? We discuss this and stay mostly on track despite briefly veering into the Bezos wedding, politics, and why you shouldn't kill people.Find out more about our exciting conferences, whether in tropical locations (VOcation Curacao in April 2026), or our virtual events (eVOcation, September 2025!) on our website: https://www.vocationconference.com/And join our Facebook group to ask questions, make voiceover friends, or lurk in the shadows: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oh no! It's just Jamie today, I cannot apologize enough, trust me I don't like this any more than you do, but what can ya do?!?! Carin is in DC saving our asses, so muggins here is holding down the pod fort.Wanna find out about eVOcation 2025? Well you're in the right place because I'm talking the shit out of it. Why we started it, how the conference works, what we have planned, and more waffle ahead...Find out more about our exciting conferences, whether in tropical locations (VOcation Curacao in April 2026), or our virtual events (eVOcation, September 2025!) on our website: https://www.vocationconference.com/And join our Facebook group to ask questions, make voiceover friends, or lurk in the shadows: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode we answer questions about authenticity, agents and managers, branding, and much more...Find out more about our exciting conferences, whether in tropical locations (VOcation Curacao in April 2026), or our virtual events (eVOcation, September 2025!) on our website: https://www.vocationconference.com/And join our Facebook group to ask questions, make voiceover friends, or lurk in the shadows: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode we answer a whole bunch of questions posed to us on Facebook: How would you get started today? How do you avoid scams? How do you deal with self doubt? And a whole bunch more...Does anyone even read this? If you've gotten this far, post the single word 'Candelabra' in our Facebook group, it'll put a smile on my face.Find out more about our exciting conferences, whether in tropical locations (VOcation Curacao in April 2026), or our virtual events (eVOcation, September 2025!) on our website: https://www.vocationconference.com/And join our Facebook group to ask questions, make voiceover friends, or lurk in the shadows: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carin is in Holland, but that won't stop her recording/talking about voiceover! This Breakfast Bite Special episode is all about travel booths - why you may need one, how to construct one, and how recording in a walk-in closet could get you on NPR.Find out more about our exciting conferences, whether in tropical locations (VOcation Curacao in April 2026), or our virtual events (eVOcation, September 2025!) on our website: https://www.vocationconference.com/And join our Facebook group to ask questions, make voiceover friends, or lurk in the shadows: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Medical narration - what is it? How do I do it? Why would I do it? Who should do it? And other questions that we almost answer.A Conference for the Business of Voiceover... in Paradise!VOcation is the only conference completely dedicated to the business side of voiceover. We are bringing the greatest minds in the VO business to the Caribbean Island of Curaçao to spend 4 days teaching, coaching, networking, and making us all better voice actors and businesses!Visit: https://www.vocationconference.com/ to find out more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When is the right time to go full time in voiceover? Should you even commit to devoting all your efforts to VO? How do you juggle multiple careers, as well as some frozen food tips.Want to learn about voiceover on a beautiful tropical Carribean island? Of course you do! Find out about our VOcation Curacao conference right here: https://www.vocationconference.com/curacao.html Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, Clubhouse (remember that?) we dive into the murky waters of social media and try to make sense of it all. Do we succeed? No. But we have a darn good time trying!Oh yeah, also LinkedIn...Ugh.Join us in April 2026 for VOcation Curacau, an incredible voiceover conference devoted to business, held in the Caribbean. What could be better than that? Find out more: https://www.vocationconference.com/curacao.htmlAnd join our Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How do you stand out as a voice talent? What can you do to set you apart, making you a go-to for any project? Carin and Jamie discuss in today's episode.We have an incredible tropical conference coming up in April 2026, for more information and for tickets, visit: https://www.vocationconference.com/curacao.htmlAnd join our voiceover community on Facebook right here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Look, I (Jamie) never claimed to be great at doing an American accent!We have a great time attempting each others accents, and can you guess who nailed it, and who didn't?In April 2026 we are hosting VOcation Curacao, tickets go on sale, May 1st. To get yours, visit: https://www.vocationconference.com/And for the very latest on all things VOcation, join our Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's our longest ever episode, and that's because we really get into some touchy subjects. We brought our own irritants to vent about, and we canvassed opinions from our Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference).Branding, unions, strikes, bad directors, we tackle it all!To find our more about us and our various events, check out our website: https://www.vocationconference.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carin and Jamie delve into coaching in this weeks VO Breakfast Show episode.Where do you find coaches? Why do you need coaching? What makes a great coach? What are some red flags? So many questions, so much waffling.Don't forget to join our Facebook group for more voiceover chat, and to be the first to find out about our latest events: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What are the fundamental building blocks of a successful voiceover career? And how do you carve out a path for your own journey? Whether you're starting out in voiceover, or you're an established talent, it's hard to know where to go next. But if you know where you are right now, and what your next steps are, your efforts will be rewarded...eventually.Voiceover can be a tough industry to wrap your head around, but hopefully after this breakfast bite episode you'll have a clearer idea of the bigger picture.To find out more about VOcation Conference, visit our website: https://www.vocationconference.com/See you next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What happens when you get sick? Do you tell your reps? How do you record with a head full of mucus? Carin and Jamie discuss this issue that all voice actors face sooner or later!Want more voiceover discussion? Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconferencePodcast produced by: https://www.rps-audio.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Specs - What are they? Why are some so long? Why are some so short? What to do if they don't make sense... These questions and more are answered this week!Carin's XDEMVY ad: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wI_OKb79BxMJamie's Virgin Galactic Ad: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DOa9QroTyIQ&t=10s Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So you're going to be away from your studio, what do you tell your clients? Well, this week Carin has you covered!Learn the ins and outs of booking out, and how there are extra benefits that you may not have realized!We'll be back in our studio's this time next week, if you need us...actually you know what? We're unreachable. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a first for the pod we're joined by a special guest! It's the one and only, Isabella Flores! And what could be more appropriate to mark this momentous occasion than to talk about bastards.We talked about the various ways voice actors are preyed upon, taken advantage of, and/or ripped off, and Carin tells us about the time she had her bra ripped off.If that description didn't earn a listen, frankly I don't know what more we can do! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is AI in the process of destroying voiceover, or has the industry stood firm? Well, it's complicated - Carin and Jamie lay it all out...well, mainly Carin does. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lifestyle? Work/Life balance? Workflow? Productivity? There's a bit of all that in this episode. Also a Beauty & The Beast reference that went completely over Jamie's head.It's good to be back! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you want to know how to get into voiceover? Perhaps you're an established talent that is constantly being asked this question, has drunk all the coffee a person can consume, and just needs a resource to point to. Well we've created this episode as a standalone pod that should offer some help.Is it comprehensive? Probably not. Is it a guarantee of success? HELL NO! Is it an honest take from two established talent that are asked this question ad nauseam? Yes, yes it is.Hey, did you know that you can go to a virtual conference devoted to the business of voiceover? You can learn, network, and have fun all from the comfort of...anywhere, and grow your voiceover business while you're at it! It's all happening September 20-22nd 2024, visit: https://www.vocationconference.com/ for tickets and to find out more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this weeks episode we're getting weird, well, weirder than usual. If you've been in voiceover for long enough you'll have recorded something...odd...today we're celebrating that. So the next time you're in your booth feeling like an idiot because your bringing to life an animated hemorrhoid, remember that we've all been there!Thank you to the generous and brave contributors to our episode, please enjoy...Want to learn more about voiceover? Network with the best in the business? All from the comfort of home? Join us at eVOcation this September 20-22, ENTIRELY ONLINE! It's the only virtual conference devoted to the business of voiceover, and even though we're saying it ourselves - IT'S AWESOME! Visit https://www.vocationconference.com/ for tickets and to learn more.And join our vibrant Facebook community - all are welcome! https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Okay in all honesty we're not casting professionals, we're voice actors and conference organizers, but I think it's an illuminating insight nonetheless.We talk about how we cast our eVOcation project and go deep into the things we liked, tolerated, and yes, hated.Come and join us this September 20-22 at our entirely virtual conference eVOcation! Dedicated to the business of voiceover!!!We have incredible speakers, panelists, sponsor discounts, social events, swag, parties, and so much more that will make it a fun, educational, and social event once again. So don't get FOMO, get your ticket at https://www.vocationconference.com/Learn, network, and have fun, all from the comfort of home!See you there!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this weeks episode, Carin and Jamie are talking about relationships! Yes we're covering dating advice, how to keep the spark alive, do's and don'ts in th....JUST KIDDING, it's relationships of the BUSINESS kind.Relationships with:ClientsAgents & ManagersService ProvidersThe world/Public PerceptionWith yourself...We also talk a bit about our upcoming virtual voiceover business conference, eVOcation! This annual event occurs September 20-22 and Early Bird tickets are ON SALE NOW, although there aren't many left so if you'd like to say $50, don't hang around. All the details and ticket purchasing can be found at https://www.VOcationConference.comOkay love you, byeeeee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re back with a brand new Breakfast Show pod! It’s taken us 5 months, but cut us some slack there have been SO MANY TV shows to watch.This episode is titled ‘In Case of Emergency’, and we’re discussing some of the unforeseen - and stressful - moments that have occurred in our careers.We also share some of our listeners' dramas, and at one point we go on an extended ramble about Solar Panels.The most unplanned and chaotic voiceover podcast is back baby!To find out more about our upcoming virtual conference, eVOcation, visit our website: https://www.VOcationConference.comAnd for the very latest news, and to interact with our community, join our Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocationconference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a this episode, Carin and Jamie explored various technical aspects of voice acting, offering valuable insights and tips for both beginners and seasoned professionals. The conversation covered crucial topics such as equipment quality, travel tips, headphone selection, acoustic treatment, sound waves, studio maintenance, home studio challenges, software compatibility, and the significance of tech self-education.Exploring Voice Acting DiscussionsThe conversation began with an overview of discussions around voice acting. Carin and Jamie delved into comments on a thread, highlighting the prevalent fascination among voice actors for collecting microphones. Drawing an analogy to wine preferences, they emphasized the subjectivity of microphone choices.Equipment Quality and Travel Tips for RecordingCarin and Jamie stressed the importance of using high-quality equipment for on-the-go recording. They recommended the 416 microphone and a compact interface for durability and consistency between home and travel setups. Travel tips included pre-warning TSA agents about unique equipment to avoid complications.Headphones for Recording and EditingA detailed discussion ensued regarding the significance of high-quality headphones for recording and editing. Carin shared a personal experience with subpar headphones affecting the editing process. The duo emphasized the importance of comfort, durability, and sound quality, jokingly entertaining the idea of a sponsorship from Sennheiser.Acoustic Treatment in Recording StudiosCarin and Jamie discussed challenges and solutions related to acoustic treatment, specifically focusing on bass traps. Jamie highlighted the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of bass traps in reducing undesirable sounds. Recommended solutions included LENRD Auralex bass traps for home studios.Sound Waves and Resonance DiscussionThe conversation delved into sound waves, resonant frequencies, and the use of foam to trap sounds. Carin shared a humorous anecdote about a vibrating boom arm and breaking glasses with specific pitches, drawing parallels to opera singers.Studio Maintenance and RF Interference SolutionsJamie and Carin emphasized the need for maintaining a clean, noise-free recording environment. They discussed issues like electrical and RF interference, recommending systematic checks and quality cables to minimize disruptions.Join us in Costa Rica! Find out more here: https://www.VocationConference.comHome Studio Setup Challenges DiscussedCommon issues with home studio setups were explored, emphasizing correct mic placement, sound treatment, recording levels, and efficient workflows.Software Compatibility and Workflow EfficiencyThe importance of software and operating system compatibility was highlighted to avoid technical issues. The duo shared experiences and emphasized the need to streamline workflows for increased efficiency.Tech Self-Education for Voice ActorsThe discussion concluded with the importance of self-education and problem-solving for voice actors dealing with technical issues. Learning from experiences, breaking down complex problems, and a recommendation for Emmett Andrews' book, "The Vo Studio Companion," were shared as valuable insights for voice actors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.