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Real stories from a real voiceover career. Linda Bruno pulls back the curtain on life inside the booth, sharing the wins, the mistakes, and the lessons that shape a long career behind the mic.
Stories and lessons from inside the booth.
This is voiceover without the highlight reel.
In this candid, funny, and sometimes painfully honest podcast, veteran voice actor and coach Linda Bruno shares real stories from more than 30 years behind the mic. The great sessions, the train wreck sessions, the clients you never forget, and the moments that quietly change how you work forever. Nothing is polished for appearances. This is the stuff that actually happens in a career built inside a padded room with a microphone.
Each episode mixes storytelling, humor, and hard-earned lessons from a lifetime in the booth. You’ll hear about mistakes that turned into breakthroughs, awkward moments that became funny later, and the mindset shifts that keep a creative career alive. It’s part memoir, part survival guide, and part reminder that even seasoned pros are figuring it out as they go.
Whether you’re a working voice actor, a student, or just someone curious about what life behind the mic really looks like, this show pulls back the curtain and lets you sit in the booth for a while.
No filters. No industry fluff. Just real experiences, real laughs, and the truth about building a life in voiceover.
Episodes
Tuesday May 10, 2022
Tuesday May 10, 2022
Don't you just love Marketing? Yeah, we hate it too. Thankfully, on this episode of The Voiceover Gurus Podcast, JJ and Linda welcome Ex Marketing guy Rob Carbone to the show. Rob, who is also a Voice Talent, gives some tips and ideas on how to market yourself on LinkedIn and some thoughts about email marketing in general. It could stir the flames of creativity for you as it did for Linda.
Check out Robs' website at RobCarboneVO.com
FOR MORE INFO ON THE VOICEOVER GURUS, PLEASE VISIT:
Linda Bruno Voice Actress https://www.lindabruno.com
JJ Wilson Voices https://www.jjwilsonvoices.com
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Amazon Music/Audible: https://www.amazon.com/The-Voiceover-Gurus-Podcast/dp/B08K581RCX/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=The+voiceover+gurus+podcast&qid=1603987040&sr=8-1
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/552wKWhdQzWeq2nkDGZsAu?si=IzbA2j-tTfyXTK-sDElSoQ
Podbean: https://voiceovergurus.podbean.com/
Apple iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-voiceover-gurus-podcast/id1244964011
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLmU3gJsBqFiotx0iD9UaWQ
THANKS FOR LISTENING!
Tuesday Apr 26, 2022
Tuesday Apr 26, 2022
An actual Voiceover Gurus student discusses their voiceover journey on this episode of The Voiceover Gurus Podcast. On this episode we welcome Troy Holden as he shares his experience from the very start to working as a full time VO actor today. He shares his mistakes and a few lessons he’s learned along the way.
Visit his site: https://troyholdenvoices.com/
Listen to his podcast: The VO Life https://troyholdenvoices.com/vo-life-podcast
FOR MORE INFO ON THE VOICEOVER GURUS, PLEASE VISIT:
Linda Bruno Voice Actress https://www.lindabruno.com
JJ Wilson Voices https://www.jjwilsonvoices.com
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TWITTER: https://twitter.com/VOGurus
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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/552wKWhdQzWeq2nkDGZsAu?si=IzbA2j-tTfyXTK-sDElSoQ
Podbean: https://voiceovergurus.podbean.com/
Apple iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-voiceover-gurus-podcast/id1244964011
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLmU3gJsBqFiotx0iD9UaWQ
THANKS FOR LISTENING!
Wednesday Apr 13, 2022
Wednesday Apr 13, 2022
Podcast Show Notes
On this episode of The Voiceover Gurus podcast, JJ and Linda welcome Managing Director of VoiceQ, Steven Renata to talk about dubbing and the latest technology that any voice talent can use. If dubbing is in your bag of talents, you need to check out VoiceQ! Visit VoiceQ Dubbing Technology
About Steven Renata:
A native of the small township of Kawakawa in the far north of New Zealand, Steven Renata grew up in Milton, in the country’s deep south, and takes pride in his dual heritage of Māori and Pākeha (Scottish and Irish). One of the first Māori graduates of the University of Otago, Steven received his master’s degree in marketing in 1994, followed by a career in Māori tourism Auckland University of Technology, which led to him becoming a founder of global fitness company Les Mills International.
As a leader of Kiwa Digital and its pioneering language-dubbing technology VoiceQ, Steven is dedicated to the company’s strategic direction and success, observing and influencing its work through the lens of tribal leadership. This approach focuses on language and relationships that drive performance in a sustainable way, operating at the leading edge of quality content delivery. In an industry facing massive disruption driven by the global shift to digital consumption and the introduction of new technologies, Steven has helped lead Kiwa’s business model away from the constraints of physical distribution and to sharpen its focus on the publishing and post-production industries.
Steven and his whanau live in Auckland, New Zealand, and enjoys cycling, music, food, viticulture and travel. In his spare time, he also acts as a business consultant and executive wellness coach. He speaks English and te Reo Māori.
FOR MORE INFO ON THE VOICEOVER GURUS, PLEASE VISIT:
Linda Bruno Voice Actress https://www.lindabruno.com
JJ Wilson Voices https://www.jjwilsonvoices.com
FOLLOW US:
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/thevoiceovergurus
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/vogurus/
TWITTER: https://twitter.com/VOGurus
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Amazon Music/Audible: https://www.amazon.com/The-Voiceover-Gurus-Podcast/dp/B08K581RCX/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=The+voiceover+gurus+podcast&qid=1603987040&sr=8-1
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/552wKWhdQzWeq2nkDGZsAu?si=IzbA2j-tTfyXTK-sDElSoQ
Podbean: https://voiceovergurus.podbean.com/
Apple iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-voiceover-gurus-podcast/id1244964011
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLmU3gJsBqFiotx0iD9UaWQ
THANKS FOR LISTENING!
Tuesday Mar 29, 2022
Tuesday Mar 29, 2022
JJ and Linda gripe a bit about impatience when working on your VO goals and answer a student's question about pursuing a slow genre. It's another episode filled with lots of advice, a few laughs, and the relatability you've learned and love about The Voiceover Gurus.
FOR MORE INFO ON THE VOICEOVER GURUS, PLEASE VISIT:
Linda Bruno Voice Actress https://www.lindabruno.com
JJ Wilson Voices https://www.jjwilsonvoices.com
FOLLOW US:
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/thevoiceovergurus
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/vogurus/
TWITTER: https://twitter.com/VOGurus
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Amazon Music/Audible: https://www.amazon.com/The-Voiceover-Gurus-Podcast/dp/B08K581RCX/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=The+voiceover+gurus+podcast&qid=1603987040&sr=8-1
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/552wKWhdQzWeq2nkDGZsAu?si=IzbA2j-tTfyXTK-sDElSoQ
Podbean: https://voiceovergurus.podbean.com/
Apple iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-voiceover-gurus-podcast/id1244964011
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLmU3gJsBqFiotx0iD9UaWQ
THANKS FOR LISTENING!
Tuesday Mar 15, 2022
Tuesday Mar 15, 2022
JJ Wilson broadcasts from his NEW studio in Pennsylvania! He and Linda get caught up after a few weeks off, due to work and moving issues, and chat about a future workshop and the Masterclass benefits. Just a simple catch-up podcast!
FOR MORE INFO ON THE VOICEOVER GURUS, PLEASE VISIT:
Linda Bruno Voice Actress https://www.lindabruno.com
JJ Wilson Voices https://www.jjwilsonvoices.com
FOLLOW US:
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/thevoiceovergurus
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/vogurus/
TWITTER: https://twitter.com/VOGurus
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Amazon Music/Audible: https://www.amazon.com/The-Voiceover-Gurus-Podcast/dp/B08K581RCX/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=The+voiceover+gurus+podcast&qid=1603987040&sr=8-1
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/552wKWhdQzWeq2nkDGZsAu?si=IzbA2j-tTfyXTK-sDElSoQ
Podbean: https://voiceovergurus.podbean.com/
Apple iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-voiceover-gurus-podcast/id1244964011
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLmU3gJsBqFiotx0iD9UaWQ
THANKS FOR LISTENING!
Wednesday Feb 16, 2022
Wednesday Feb 16, 2022
You may think the Gurus know everything about each other after all these years and shows, but in this episode, Linda decides to ask JJ a few questions on the fly, regarding his voiceover biz and life. Both Gurus share their thoughts, experiences, and some laughs of course. And, actually learn a thing or two about each other!
FOR MORE INFO ON THE VOICEOVER GURUS, PLEASE VISIT:
Linda Bruno Voice Actress https://www.lindabruno.com
JJ Wilson Voices https://www.jjwilsonvoices.com
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INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/vogurus/
TWITTER: https://twitter.com/VOGurus
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Amazon Music/Audible: https://www.amazon.com/The-Voiceover-Gurus-Podcast/dp/B08K581RCX/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=The+voiceover+gurus+podcast&qid=1603987040&sr=8-1
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/552wKWhdQzWeq2nkDGZsAu?si=IzbA2j-tTfyXTK-sDElSoQ
Podbean: https://voiceovergurus.podbean.com/
Apple iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-voiceover-gurus-podcast/id1244964011
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLmU3gJsBqFiotx0iD9UaWQ
THANKS FOR LISTENING!
Tuesday Feb 01, 2022
Tuesday Feb 01, 2022
Ep 85 – What is your Voiceover Motivation?
JJ Wilson and Linda Bruno talk candidly about staying motivated and the mental ups and downs of being a freelance artist. Keeping the work flowing is one of our biggest challenges and at various stages of your career, your motivation may change. So, what is your Voiceover motivation?
FOR MORE INFO ON THE VOICEOVER GURUS, PLEASE VISIT:
Linda Bruno Voice Actress https://www.lindabruno.com
JJ Wilson Voices https://www.jjwilsonvoices.com
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INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/vogurus/
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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/552wKWhdQzWeq2nkDGZsAu?si=IzbA2j-tTfyXTK-sDElSoQ
Podbean: https://voiceovergurus.podbean.com/
Apple iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-voiceover-gurus-podcast/id1244964011
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLmU3gJsBqFiotx0iD9UaWQ
THANKS FOR LISTENING!
Tuesday Jan 11, 2022
Tuesday Jan 11, 2022
The Gurus are back from a nice holiday break. JJ and Linda catch up on their lives and discuss current jobs and clients. A laid-back hang with the Gurus to bring in the New Year!
FOR MORE INFO ON THE VOICEOVER GURUS, PLEASE VISIT:
Linda Bruno Voice Actress https://www.lindabruno.com
JJ Wilson Voices https://www.jjwilsonvoices.com
FOLLOW US:
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/thevoiceovergurus
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/vogurus/
TWITTER: https://twitter.com/VOGurus
LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE:
Amazon Music/Audible: https://www.amazon.com/The-Voiceover-Gurus-Podcast/dp/B08K581RCX/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=The+voiceover+gurus+podcast&qid=1603987040&sr=8-1
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/552wKWhdQzWeq2nkDGZsAu?si=IzbA2j-tTfyXTK-sDElSoQ
Podbean: https://voiceovergurus.podbean.com/
Apple iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-voiceover-gurus-podcast/id1244964011
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLmU3gJsBqFiotx0iD9UaWQ
THANKS FOR LISTENING!