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The VO Life
by Troy Holden
Welcome to THE VO LIFE PODCAST where I have chronicled my VO journey from stepping in to stepping out full time and learning from the best of the best. Opinions changed and the industry changed...so you can follow the entire journey right here as I navigate the world of Voice Over. Guests appear and co-hosts change but the messages are all still relevant and fun for all... seasoned and new talent. Welcome to THE VO LIFE!
Episodes
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EP 195 - Rejection
Do you ever stop feeling REJECTED 95% of the time in VO? Let's put handling rejection in perspective today...and how age helps!
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EP 194 - TAX TIME SUCKS
Even though we ALWAYS get a refund I HATE tax time. I have to gather so much info and funnel it into a spreadsheet and I just wish I had a "guy" or "gal" to do all of this... but ya know me.... ONE MAN SHOW!!!
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#193 - HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Hello 2026...Goodbye first Quarter of the 2000's. Think about that. If you are a Boomer or GenX or like me call yourself a BOOMER-X you are FEELING THESE YEARS PASS TOO FAST!!! Let's look back at the VO of 202 not with brand names and accolades but with humility and hope! Happy New Year to all…
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#192-Catching up with Ya'll!!
I would apologize but you get it.... we work hard, we have so much to do.... family, farm, tech, TIKTOK!!!!! Let's catch up and talk about how things are going with my VO Life!!
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#191 - Stop SPINNING YOUR WHEELS!
My father had that saying .... stop spinning your wheels! I knew EXACTLY what he meant... do YOU??
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EP 190- Are You Leaving VO?
Who said I was leaving VO? Maybe no one... but I am seeing a huge transition in my business to UGC as I learn and market to agencies. The market is HUGE and te work is FLOWING! Here's how I am handling the change!
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EP 189 Get Ready for Q4
September is 1/3 of the way over and I am laying out my REVISED PLANS for the final quarter based on how the year has gone and how I need to finish... especially related to MARKETING my strengths. As voice actors we learn quickly we are in the business of HIGH REJECTIONS whether it is an audition...
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EP 188 - AJ Delong...VO and Sweetwater and GEAR!
In this engaging conversation, Troy Holden and AJ DeLong delve into the world of podcasting technology, microphone choices, and the voiceover industry. Let's face it... they are GEARHEADS and love the gear and the excitement fo talking about it! They discuss how AJ bonds VO and WORKING AT...
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EP 187 - George Washington III on "Un-Conferencing" WOVO
In this conversation, Troy Holden and George Washington III discuss the transition from PC to Mac, the revival of the WOVO organization, and the importance of community and mentorship in the voice acting industry. They explore the unique unconference style of WovoCon, the significance of…
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EP 186 - Summer Break with RHO MARSH
Touch Dip welcomes Rho Marsh over just to chat about stuff cause we haven't in awhile! Rho and I go way back and we just always had a connection and enjoy talking... so this week its me and RHO for THE SHOW!
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EP 185 - TIME TO PIVOT?
Weird week, weird month, weird podcast. Lst minute stuff from July and is it time YOU made a pivot also??
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EP 184 - ANOTHER VO PODCAST REUNION
Charles and Jake join the podcast tis week and it's like we never left off but... We sure miss Alden who is doing WELL by all means just busy in his other work! As usual we scatter and jump on several topics mainly catching up on our first half of 2025 and plans for the rest of the year AND we…
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Ep 183 - Tim Powers
In this conversation,Tim will delve into the significance of improvisation in voice acting, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, emotional connection, and the necessity of training and coaching. They all discuss the challenges of navigating the voice acting industry, the role of personal...
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EP 182 - Amanda Elgie (with Co-host Charles Coats)
After a MUCH DESERVED week off we are BACK and with my buddy Charles Coats the VO LIFE welcomes the multi-talented AMANDA ELGIE! Amanda is a member of the same club as Charles and I ... 5 years in and still standing! Enjoy meeting Amanda and hear about her journey from COLLEGE PROFESSOR to a fun...
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Ep 181 - Jessica Mathison with Co-Host J Rodney Turner
In this episode of The VO Life, hosts Troy Holden and Rodney Turner, along with guest Jessica Mathison, explore the multifaceted world of voiceover acting. They discuss Jessica's unexpected journey into voiceover, the importance of branding, the role of technology, and the significance of…
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Ep 180 - Jeff Williams
How can one person have so much on their plate and still have time to do the podcast? Jeff has his own Medical Practice focusing on Chiropractic, has B-N-B's, is an accomplished painter and scultpurer PLUS HAS A ROCKING VO BUSINESS! HOW DOES HE DO IT and remain CALM while having a teenager at…
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Ep 179 - Chris McCloy (and guest co-host Kasey Hott)
This guy! 20 years deep into the biz and still brings the FRESH...and I have to say my favorite part is the WARNINGS he got doing VO while still working in radio... and how it led him to leave and do this all in! Chris brings a lot of fun to the podcast today and joins me and Kaset for an hour of...
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EP 178 Targeted Marketing
My marketing routine has finally shaped up after almost a year of building systems, tryinh CRM's and finally settling into 2 ways to go get those clients attention. One is HANDS OFF with VO Inbox and Jonathan Grant. The other is my TARGETED MARKETING for Automotive, Radio Imaging and Follow Up…
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EP 177 - Matt Sheppard
Matt Sheppard took a very long bicycle ride from home one day and stopped pedaling when he reached Northern Greece! Now he is a full time voice actor after being on camera and is "planted" where he feels he should be. Join us and hear how Matt made his transition into the VO Life!
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EP 176 - J RODNEY TURNER & BILL MARSH
With a wealth of experience in audiobooks and using his niche to the MAX J Rodney Turner is both neighbor and superstar in Audiobooks. Bill Marsh started in VO about 2 years ago and has been making the conference rounds and digging in. Let's talk to 2 guys in different stages and hear all about…
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EP 175 - Kasey Hott and Shar Albert
Kasey Hott is the former TV News Personality who decided after 15 years it was time for change and BOY did she make changes... marraige, move, new house and FULL TIME VO! Shar Albert is taking life on after declaring "It is MY time" and is deep into VO as an audiobook narrator and now other…
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EP 174 - with Deanna Johnston and THE GRIND of VO
One Voice Award Niminated in 2025 3 times voice actor Deanna Johnston joins me today and it's all about the grind and keeping the faith although WE KNOW NOT the supposed outcome of all those emails and auditions. When it becomes TOO MUCH what do we do and how do we adjust and maintain? We talk to…
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EP 173 - SAY IT AIN'T SO!
You cannot use a USB mic...You must have agents... You cannot make 6 figures with your accent... SAY IT AIN'T SO!! Things I was told and things some assume can add up to bogging you down. Don't believe everything you hear or see and work it out for your self with someone you trust. All of this is...
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EP 172 - Understanding Broadcast Rates
YOU have to study. YOU have to learn. YOU should know your rates and know YOUR WORTH as a voice actor when quoting broadcast work. It is COMPLICATED and I even use the GVAA daily. It is ALWAYS up on my screen because I also get confused and yes... sometimes have to ask for help! Do'nt leave a…
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EP 171 - HOW TO LOSE A CLIENT
You got the job! Congrats! Now how do you KEEP the client? This episode is all about LOSING a client and the fastest ways to do so plus how to turn those things into the ones you should do to KEEP a client. Need VO Business Advice? I offer consults starting with a 15m free consult that NEVER…
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EP 170 - THE MONSTERS OF VO
The little monsters that are hiding in your BRAIN are always trying to scre you or tempt you. BUY THIS.... DO THAT.... today we talk about a few of those monsters you can "quiet" in your head and focus on what matters in yout VO Business!!!
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EP 169 - TIME WASTERS
Time wasters and attitude downers.... how can we get rid of those in our business?
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EP 168 - VO Trends with Michael Kussman
Michael Kussman is an audio engineer/VO that produces SPECTACULAR Demos for HALF of what you exoect with all the quality and attention that you'd expect. He weighs in today on the trends that are changing and the disdain he has for the word CONVERSATIONAL.... like we all do! Join us for 40…
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EP 167 - DAD'S NUMBER ONE RULE?
MONEY is and will always be a sensitive subject. Some say TELL US! IT INSPIRES US! Others say NO... it is DEPRESSING that I am not doing as well as you and others and it hurts me. I do not know if it was TABOO for you as a kid to discuss MONEY but in our house we were taught that it was a PRIVATE...
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EP 166 - CUTTIN' TIES
Sometimes it is BEST to let that client go.... when shoud you "CUT TIES" and move on?? Here is my method and what usually happens after!
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EP 165 - GANG OF FOUR CATCHING UP!
They are ALL back for a catch up episode! It's the full panel from ANOTHER VO PODCAST and we hope to have these sessions at least every other month... and catch up with each other on all of our BIZNESS dealings!
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EP 164 - Jonathan Grant-VO INBOX
Welcoming our sponsor Jonathan Grant and VO Inbox!
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EP 163 - 2025 Economy
Kicking off 2025!!
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EP 162 - Winter Blues and Mental Health
The lonely days of winter! Today we shift gears talking about our mental health in the booth especially realted to the dark and cold days of winter. Hopefully some of these tips may help YOU navigate the season that most of us do not love!
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Ep 161 - The VO LIFE Survey Results
I recently posted a survey in the Facebook group and we had about 50 responses that solidified a lot of what is seen annually in the NAVA survey especially related to those making VERY LITTLE in VO and a handful making VERY A LOT! In this episode I go over this VERY informal survey to both...
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EP 160 - Setting Goals
You are a BUSINESS. Act like it! The one takeaway here today is this... and it's in the first few minutes of the podcast and it's a quote from Tony Robbins. Go listen and be visible and make 2025 the year you acheive YOUR goals!
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Ep 159 - Basic Start Up Products
Here are links to the products I mentioned. REMEMBER... these are producsts I use and believe in but do not get PAID to sell you these. YOU should test and choose what works for you but I trust and use these items daily!! 875R Microphone https://a.co/d/5euNjzO MK4 Microphone…
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Ep 158 - Marketing YOU!
Short and sweet today with some tips for marketing YOU and keeping it consistent....
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EP 157 - Don't Be A Lowballer
The VO Life is HARD. You start at GROUND ZERO trying to learn and you know NOTHING. Let me ask you to do one thing FIRST.... KNOW YOUR WORTH! Understanding rates and usage is PIVOTAL as you start and gron your business. DON'T BE ME and wait until 2 years in and think "WHOA I GOT PAID $300 FOR…
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EP 156 - Winding Down 2024
It ain't over til it's over but folks.... it's about there for me this year! Let's talk about the wind down of 2024 and marketing and how things are changing for MY VO Life!
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Ep 155 - Don't Drink The Punch
What a week it was.... ups for some, downs for many and the world still turns in VO... just don't partake of that juicy VO Punch that is served. Dig in, know the truth and do YOUR THING all while being good to one another. I have some downtime coming and we over that and my truck issues today…
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Ep 154 - Vince LeBica/DPN Talent
Know your worth and explore the world of Agency with this weeks special guest Vince LeBica from DPN Talent. Learn how to negotiate and get paid fairly using the "percentage" tactic... and learn more about the "nicest guy in the business" who always takes time to listen at the conferences. Don't...
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Ep 153 - Things To Do!
I have things to do... you may not. How we all run our business is different. How we started, how we operate day to day... but the ROI on everything we do is KEY to building routines. I gotta make some changes...and eat some old advice. I love crow....
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Ep 152 - What's In Your Control?
Charles the Voice joins me again this week and we talk about the things you can and cannot control and about how Charles controlled his destiny and successes by strategically spending as his business grew and Troy talks about how he targets his marketing. A lot of spit-balling and good…
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Ep 151 - Don't Sweat The Small Stuff
Years ago I remember reading these books and today they apply to my business and maybe yours! How I am managaing all the things going on and rearranging life so I can sustain my business took a huge retool lately and getting rid of some "small stuff" mayhelp you as well. Join me on the VO LIFE...
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Ep 150 - The Noise of VO
There is a lot of noise in your VO LIFE! Noise in your head, noise on social media. What noise do you need to TURN OFF? Turn UP? Turn down? Today it's all aboutthe noise and my noise about that noise. Is that enough noise? Hear some more noise on todays episode....
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Ep 149 - Tim Powers and TIMPROV!
The king of improv ... Tim Powers is to VO what vanilla is to ice cream... you CANNOT have other flavors without it right? Tim brings his perspective on improv, acting and what makes this so dang hard but so freaking rewarding as a career. From radio (and still doing radio) to a long VO career…
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Ep 148 - Picnic Table Your Life with Charles Coats and Nikki Lu Lowe
If you have not met the nicest and sweetest lady in VO, learn how much fun you are missing out on today on the VO LIFE! Nikki brings unique perspectives to making your days positive through turning things from bad to good and using the "dead cat" or the disco ball to change your audition and even...
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Ep 147 - Re-Tooling for 2025
Part of this journey is all about LEARNING and PIVOTING. The rest of this year I am focising on a RE-TOOLING of my strategy. I have built a base of business to rely on and continue to market to grow that base BUT the P2P and other "wasted time" areas are being totally re-tooled and my approach on...
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EP 146 - WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN?
Life has run all over our household lately and "plans" to record weekly have been SHATTERED! Here's the update on my Summer and VO status and what we are facing here in the HOTTER THAN DEVILS BREATH state of Tennessee!!!
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to THE VO LIFE PODCAST where I have chronicled my VO journey from stepping in to stepping out full time and learning from the best of the best. Opinions changed and the industry changed...so you can follow the entire journey right here as I navigate the world of Voice Over. Guests appear and co-hosts change but the messages are all still relevant and fun for all... seasoned and new talent. Welcome to THE VO LIFE!
HOSTED BY
Troy Holden
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