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Join Voiceover Pro, Linda Bruno as she talks about ”Talking”, sometimes with various Industry VO friends in a completely laid-back environment. No interviews here! Just knowledgable Voice Industry friends speaking honestly about the Industry, including pitfalls, successes, and personal experiences. Learn from talent that has made it work and continue to do so in this new VO era.
About My Podcast
Join me for a laid-back discussion focusing on the often overlooked aspects of the industry. My guests and friends, who are currently working in the field, share their own unique perspectives.
Some of my friends go back to my beginnings in 1994, so you know you'll be hearing about the real stuff.
No big name guests here, it's all about the real world view from voice actors in the trenches at all levels of success.
Episodes
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.
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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.
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Linda Bruno Voice Actress https://www.lindabruno.com
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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!
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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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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:
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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!
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Linda Bruno Voice Actress https://www.lindabruno.com
JJ Wilson Voices https://www.jjwilsonvoices.com
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLmU3gJsBqFiotx0iD9UaWQ
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Monday Dec 20, 2021
Monday Dec 20, 2021
Ep 83 – WOVO President – Dan Lenard
The Gurus chat with voice actor, audio guru and WoVO president, Dan Lenard about the history of World-Voices Organization (WoVO), the purpose and how it helps voice actors everywhere. Dan shares his technical expertise and years of experience. A little about Dan:
Dan Lenard, “the Knowledgeable Voice” and “The Home Studio Master” President of WoVO
Hailing from Sherman Oaks, California, Dan Lenard has been a radio personality, a high school Media and Social Studies teacher, and currently is a free lance producer, professional voice artist and professional home voice over studio technical consultant. He is also a Founding Board Member and now President of World-Voices Organization, the industry association of freelance voice talent world wide.
Dan specializes in commercial and E-learning voice work. He also has become a recognized industry expert and consultant in home studio set –up and problem solving, specifically for voice over artists new to the industry, or experienced, but with little or no self-recording experience.
He is Co-Host of the popular weekly webcast and podcast, Voice Over Body Shop (http://vobs.tv) with George Whitham, which talks about home voice over studio tech, presents guests from the voice over industry and other relevant voice over industry news.
His philosophy. Keep it simple!
His websites are; danlenard.com , homevoiceoverstudio.com , info@world-voices.org
FOR MORE INFO ON THE VOICEOVER GURUS, PLEASE VISIT:
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLmU3gJsBqFiotx0iD9UaWQ
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Tuesday Dec 07, 2021
Tuesday Dec 07, 2021
Ep 82 – How to Make a Read Sound Real
In this episode, a Voiceover Gurus’ student asks about a very common audition spec and how to achieve it. “How to keep a read from sounding overworked”. The Gurus give their perspective as well as a few tips along the way.
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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