Episodes
Chapter 2, Episode 17 - Closing This Chapter
Release Date: 5/27/2019
Duration: 10 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: We have a special announcement! Chapter 2 is in the books. Stay tune for the next chapter!
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Chapter 2, Episode 16 - Learning From Mistakes
Release Date: 5/18/2019
Duration: 29 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: We've all made mistakes at some point during our journey in voice over. Simon and Jeff shares some of the mistakes that they've made in the past and how they learned from it.
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Chapter 2, Episode 15 - Managing Distractions
Release Date: 5/10/2019
Duration: 27 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: Do you get distracted when you're trying to focus on your voice over work? Don't worry! You're not alone. We'll share some of our own distractions and tips on how to prevent them from interfering with your work.
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Chapter 2, Episode 14 - What's Going on - Part 2
Release Date: 4/26/2019
Duration: 33 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: Simon and Jeff took a week off from the podcast, but they are back with some interesting stories.
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Chapter 2, Episode 13 - Having A Website
Release Date: 4/11/2019
Duration: 29 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: It's our very first email question from a listener! A special shout out to Josh Gilholm. Josh question is about having a website. We share some insight on the importance of having a website.
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Chapter 2, Episode 12 - Special Guest : Will Novy
Release Date: 4/2/2019
Duration: 20 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: Simon and Jeff interviewed one of founding members of Skyride Studios! Will Novy is here to talk about his new visual novel called "Neon Tide." Check out their Kickstarter page and support their project! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/skyridestudios/neon-tide-a-cyberpunk-visual-novel/description
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Chapter 2, Episode 11 - What's Been Going On?
Release Date: 3/27/2019
Duration: 28 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: What's going on with Simon and Jeff? They're trying to keep themselves busy! Tune in and find out what they've been doing. *Simon is going to voice a character for a visual novel called "Neon Tide." Check out their Kickstarter page below and be a backer!" https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/skyridestudios/neon-tide-a-cyberpunk-visual-novel/description
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Special Announcement
Release Date: 3/26/2019
Duration: 1 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: Simon has some great news. Make sure to listen!
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Chapter 2, Episode 10 - Cutting Your Losses
Release Date: 3/22/2019
Duration: 29 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: When should I cut my losses? That is a great question! We'll discuss when you should cut your losses in order to further your voice over journey.
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Chapter 2, Episode 9 - Opportunities Knocking
Release Date: 3/15/2019
Duration: 35 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: Breaking news! Simon recently decided to try out a pay-to-play site, and Jeff gives us an update on the auditions he received from his agent.
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Chapter 2, Episode 8 - Upgraded Tools
Release Date: 3/8/2019
Duration: 36 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: Simon and Jeff shares some of their favorite tools and software that they use for their voice over business.
Is Closed Captioned: No
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Chapter 2, Episode 7 - Being Proactive
Release Date: 2/27/2019
Duration: 22 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: Keep looking for gigs! Having an agent doesn't mean you should stop looking for gigs on your own. We talk about the importance of being proactive.
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Chapter 2, Episode 6 - Looking For Gigs
Release Date: 2/20/2019
Duration: 28 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: Always keep an eye out for any potential voice over work from places you've never expected to have voice over work to begin with. Simon and Jeff shares some of their own experience on finding voice over gigs.
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Chapter 2, Episode 5 - Chasing Leads
Release Date: 2/13/2019
Duration: 25 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: It's great that you're auditioning, but don't be afraid to reach out to potential leads the old-fashioned way. We discuss the importance of chasing leads.
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Chapter 2, Episode 4 - Audition Specifications
Release Date: 2/7/2019
Duration: 32 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: Simon and Jeff discuss the importance of following the specs of an audition. Don't change anything without permission!
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Chapter 2, Episode 3 - Do Your Work/Be A Pro
Release Date: 1/29/2019
Duration: 30 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: Starting a voice over career is not easy. You need to remain focus and do the work. Don't forget to be a professional as well! Simon and Jeff talks about the importance of being a pro and making sure that you are doing the work.
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Chapter 2, Episode 2 - Know Your Value
Release Date: 1/25/2019
Duration: 28 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: The title says it all. Know your value as a voice actor!
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Chapter 2, Episode 1 - Goals For 2019
Release Date: 1/17/2019
Duration: 24 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: Welcome to chapter 2 of our podcast! Start planning out your goals for this year. We'll share some our own goals for 2019.
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Episode 36 - Running Your Voiceover Business
Release Date: 12/21/2018
Duration: 32 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: Don't forget that your voiceover journey is also a business! What do I do when it comes to taxes? DBA, LLC, or S-corp? Our special guest this week is tax accountant extraordinaire Rosa Werden. She'll give you the rundown on things you should be aware of when you're filing taxes for your voiceover business,
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Episode 35 - Pay-To-Play-Sites: Part 3
Release Date: 12/7/2018
Duration: 32 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: Our discussion of Pay-To-Play-Sites continues! We'll share own experiences using these sites.
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Episode 34 - Pay-To-Play-Sites: Part 2
Release Date: 11/28/2018
Duration: 22 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: Backstage vs Actors Access. Should I pay the subscription fee for these sites? We'll share our own experiences with these two sites.
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Episode 33 - Networking
Release Date: 11/21/2018
Duration: 24 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: Don't be afraid of networking! It can be difficult task to tackle, but it's important to meet people and establish a business relationship with them. We'll share our own experiences when it comes to networking.
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Episode 32 - Remembering Stan Lee
Release Date: 11/14/2018
Duration: 19 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: This week's episode is about Stan Lee and how he made an impact to our lives. RIP Stan Lee. We'll miss you.
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Episode 31 - How to Incorporate Your Day Job Skills Into VO
Release Date: 11/6/2018
Duration: 25 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: You might not like your day job, but you can incorporate the skills you've learn from your job into your voice over training. We'll share some of the skills that we've incorporated into our own training.
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Episode 30 - Keeping The Voice Healthy
Release Date: 10/31/2018
Duration: 22 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: It's important to keep your voice healthy. Don't strain your voice! We'll talk about the things that we do to keep our voice healthy.
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Episode 29 - Prioritizing Jobs (Paid vs. Unpaid Work)
Release Date: 10/24/2018
Duration: 20 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: You should always prioritize gigs that pay! What about gigs that don't pay you? Is it worth doing for exposure? We'll talk about our own experiences in dealing with unpaid work.
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Episode 28 - Relocating
Release Date: 10/17/2018
Duration: 31 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: Should you move to a city like La La Land in order to pursue a career in voice acting? Well put your suitcases aside!! We'll share some of our own stories about pursuing voice acting in big cities.
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Episode 27 - Sickness and Remedies
Release Date: 10/10/2018
Duration: 27 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: Have you ever woke up with a sore throat? It's terrible! Especially for voice actors. We'll share our own experiences in dealing with sickness.
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Episode 26 - Planning / Having Realistic Goals
Release Date: 10/2/2018
Duration: 30 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: Coming up with a list of goals is important for your voice over journey! We'll share our own experiences when it comes to achieving our goals.
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Episode 25 - Being Professional
Release Date: 9/25/2018
Duration: 22 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: Be a professional when you're on the job. First impressions are important! We'll share our own experiences on being a professional in the world of both acting and voice acting.
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Episode 24 - Dealing With Rejection and Envy Of Others
Release Date: 9/18/2018
Duration: 28 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: Voice acting is a tough gig and there will be times where you'll experience the moments where you don't book the gig. You might even feel jealous of someone else's success. Simon and Jeff share their own ways of dealing with rejection and being envy of others.
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Episode 23 - Rates
Release Date: 9/12/2018
Duration: 29 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: "How much should I charge for my services?" That's the million dollar question new and experienced voice actors are trying to answer. We'll share our own opinions about rates.
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Episode 22 - Fraudulent Auditions
Release Date: 9/4/2018
Duration: 30 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: Beware of scammers! We'll share our own experiences on how we spot fake and fraudulent voice over auditions and gigs.
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Episode 21 - Special Guest Eddie Mcgee
Release Date: 8/28/2018
Duration: 26 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: We have a special guest on this week's episode! Actor/Voice Actor Eddie Mcgee shares his experience in the world of voice acting. You guys don't want to miss this episode!
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Episode 20 - Union vs. Non-Union
Release Date: 8/22/2018
Duration: 41 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: Are you ready to join the union? Or should you stay non-union? We'll share our own opinions on why we are staying non-union, especially if you're new to voice acting.
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Episode 19 - Voice and Physical Acting
Release Date: 8/15/2018
Duration: 45 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: Is there a difference between voice and physical acting? How are they related? Simon and Jeff will share their own experiences in both the voice and physical acting.
Is Closed Captioned: No
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Episode 18 - Conventions
Release Date: 8/7/2018
Duration: 31 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: Sometimes you need to break out of your shell and meet other voice actors, but where do I meet my fellow voice actors? Try going to a convention! We'll share our own experiences of attending different types of conventions.
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Bloopers!
Release Date: 8/1/2018
Duration: 4 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: Jeff is on vacation, but we'll be back to our regularly scheduled program! Enjoy this blooper episode!
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Episode 17 - San Diego Comic-Con
Release Date: 7/24/2018
Duration: 36 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: Simon survived San Diego Comic-Con!! He'll share some of the voice-over related panels that he attended and the starstruck moment he experienced on his train ride back home.
Is Closed Captioned: No
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Episode 16 - Home Studio / Environment
Release Date: 7/17/2018
Duration: 24 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: I don't have a professional recording studio! Don't worry! We'll share our own experiences on building a recording environment that won't make your wallet cry.
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Episode 15 - Pay-To-Play Sites
Release Date: 7/10/2018
Duration: 44 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: So you finished recording your demo and now you're thinking about subscribing to a pay-to-play site. We'll share our experiences dealing with pay-to-play sites.
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Episode 14 - Voiceover Resources
Release Date: 7/3/2018
Duration: 29 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: Class is in session! Part of your voice over journey will consist of studying. We share some of our favorite resources that will help further enhance your knowledge of the voice over world.
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Episode 13 - Equipment
Release Date: 6/26/2018
Duration: 45 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: What you should use? What you shouldn't use? Especially Jeff's gaming headset. We'll talk about the importance of having the right equipment for your voice over journey.
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Episode 12 - Podcasts
Release Date: 6/19/2018
Duration: 31 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: Should you start a podcast? We think you should! We'll talk about how having a podcast can benefit your voice over journey.
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Episode 11 : Work-Life Balance
Release Date: 6/12/2018
Duration: 29 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: Simon and Jeff discuss the value of striking a balance between working and pursuing a career as a voice actor and maintaining a happy home and family life.
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Episode 10 - Demo Reels
Release Date: 6/5/2018
Duration: 24 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: A demo reel is a resume for voice actors! We'll share our journey on how to get a demo reel.
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Episode 9 - Impressions & Weird Voices
Release Date: 5/31/2018
Duration: 32 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: Are you great at doing impressions or creating weird voices? Or Maybe you're just terrible at it! Don't worry! We'll share our own experiences on when it comes to impressions & weird voices.
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Episode 8 - Animation & Video Games
Release Date: 5/23/2018
Duration: 36 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: So you want to voice a character in that brand new Cartoon Network series or that awesome character in a new video game? Well, so do we! We'll share our own experiences on achieving that goal.
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Episode 7 - Audiobooks and Narration
Release Date: 5/16/2018
Duration: 33 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: Explainers? Corporate Narration? ACX? What does it all mean? Jeff talks about his experience with audiobooks and narration.
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Episode 6 - The Audition Process
Release Date: 5/9/2018
Duration: 37 Mins
Authors: Simon Tse and Jeff Werden
Description: Welcome to the world of auditioning! As a voice actor, you're going to be auditioning a lot in order to book your first gig. We talk about the ups and downs of the audition process.
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