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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 Oct 12, 2021
Tuesday Oct 12, 2021
On this episode of The Voiceover Gurus podcast, Linda and JJ talk about the evolution of a voiceover career, and how to handle the ride. It's the natural progression of most actors and sometimes a painful pill to swallow, but of course, The Gurus keep it real.
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
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Thursday Sep 23, 2021
Thursday Sep 23, 2021
After a short break, The Gurus are back and ready to get into new avenues of coaching via The Masterclass Membership. The Masterclass Membership features a new monthly topic about the Industry, in a pre-recorded format, followed by a live Zoom Q&A with the coaches later in the month. It's an affordable way to learn about the other aspects of the Voiceover Industry as we move beyond performance!
Masterclass Membership with the Gurus
https://voiceover-gurus-starter-course.thinkific.com/courses/masterclass-membership
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
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Monday Sep 13, 2021
Monday Sep 13, 2021
In this episode, we are lucky enough to chat with Lindas' Vocal Coach, Judy Rodman. She is an award-winning songwriter, producer, Recording Artist, Fantastic Vocal coach, and Jingle singer! Judy shares her years of experience and knowledge about our instrument, from techniques to care and maintenance.
Named ‘Best Vocal Coach” 2011 by Nashville Music Pros and "Vocal Coach in Residence, August 2013" by TC Helicon's VoiceCouncil Magazine,
Judy teaches her trademarked vocal training method “Power, Path and Performance”™ to singers and speakers nationally and internationally in her office, by phone and Skype.
Her clients include major and indie recording artists and labels, artist development companies such as PCG Nashville, touring and studio background singers, national public speakers, teachers, and voiceover talent. Her students and recording clients have appeared on The Today Show, Letterman, Ellen Degeneres, The Voice, American Idol, America's Got Talent, Grammys, CMA, ACM & MTV Awards Shows, New York Times Best Seller list.
Visit her website: Judy Rodman.com
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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 Aug 18, 2021
Wednesday Aug 18, 2021
Yes, it's another episode of the Voiceover Gurus podcast, where we keep it real. In this final Summer episode, Linda and JJ discuss how they create voiceover demos with their students. JJ goes through his process technically and as a coach to get that perfect peformance to truly showcase a students talents. It's more real talk about the Voiceover Industry.
After a little break, The Gurus will be back ready to roll with more content, interviews and fun. As well as more online content all focused on Voiceovers.
FOR MORE INFO ON THE VOICEOVER GURUS, PLEASE VISIT:
https://voiceover.guru/
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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 Aug 03, 2021
Tuesday Aug 03, 2021
Linda and JJ finally discuss one of their regular sources of income, Promos! Why it has taken them so long, nobody knows. But alas, the time has come! Learn about the variety of Promos both Veterans have experienced during their careers, as well as the restrictions attached to this genre.
Entertaining? Sure.
Funny? Maybe.
Informative? YES!
FOR MORE INFO ON THE VOICEOVER GURUS, PLEASE VISIT:
https://voiceover.guru/
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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
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Monday Jul 26, 2021
Monday Jul 26, 2021
In this episode, we sit down with Voice 123's CEO Rolf Veldman and discuss the biz of VO, pay to plays, and the findings from their research over the last 6 months regarding AI and how it will affect us all, in Voiceover. This one is really informative and honest, just like The Voiceover Gurus. Many thanks to Rolf Veldman for his time and contributions to helping our field grow in a transparent and ethical way!
Head over to The Booth at Voice 123 to download their report, The 2021 State of AI Voices Report, and stay informed!
A little about Rolf Veldman:
Rolf Veldman is CEO of Voice123, the world’s first and largest online marketplace for professional voice actors. An impassioned storyteller, Rolf considers himself an entrepreneurial historian who loves board games, scuba diving, cycling, and doing his bit to change the world for the better. At Voice123, Rolf spearheads a widely diverse and fully remote team that has set itself the task of crafting the future of the voiceover industry.
The Booth by V123 - - Learn everything you need to know about starting & running your voice-over career, for free.
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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
Tuesday Jul 20, 2021
Tuesday Jul 20, 2021
This episode of the Voiceover Gurus podcast covers another listener question. Where does our work come from? Plus a few tips on auditions, performances, and other good stuff about the VO Biz. We are honest about our approaches and how we find new clients.
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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!
Monday Jul 12, 2021
Monday Jul 12, 2021
Time for another episode of The Voiceover Gurus Podcast where Linda and JJ shoot the breeze with auditioning submission tips and their experiences in the biz.
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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!