The Making Wavs VO Podcast

Welcome back to The Making WAVs VO Podcast, where we talk about the art, business, and real-life experiences behind the microphone. Speaking of business... Yes, it’s important to do your taxes, market yourself, and run your career like a professional voice actor. But what about when it comes to taking care of the most important tool you have… your voice?

Today’s episode is a must-listen for voiceover artists, because we're exploring the importance of vocal care with someone who truly understands it. In fact, she dedicates her career to keeping voices healthy!

Dr. Reena Gupta MD, is a laryngologist (voice doctor and surgeon) and founder of Center for Vocal Health. She completed her residency in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at NYU and then did an additional year-long fellowship in Laryngology/Care of the Professional Voice. Dr. Gupta opened Center for Vocal Health as the first Laryngologist-led private voice center in Southern California. Dr. Gupta is published in numerous journals and textbooks and presents on vocal health topics locally and internationally.

In this conversation, Dr. Gupta shares her journey into laryngology, why she chose to specialize in caring for professional voices, and most importantly, why taking care of your instrument is essential. She also breaks down practical tips you can use to keep your vocal cords in great shape for the long haul.

As voice actors, we are essentially professional athletes. Just like any athlete trains their body and protects it from injury, we need to understand how to protect our voice, and this episode will show us how to do that!

So get out your notebooks, because today on The Making WAVs VO Podcast, we’re getting properly schooled on vocal health, and how to keep your voice performing at its best!

Want to schedule an appointment with Dr. Reena Gupta? Learn more at: www.centerforvocalhealth.com

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The Making Wavs VO Podcast welcomes special guest Kelly Moscinski, Owner and Head of Casting at The Voicecaster, the oldest voiceover casting house in the United States, established in 1975. With nearly 20 years in voiceover and even more experience in the entertainment industry, Kelly casts, directs, produces demos, and coaches talent at every level. Although Kelly’s path into casting wasn’t exactly traditional (you'll hear the story soon), she is right where she’s meant to be.

In this episode, we are chatting all about voiceover trends, specs, and the balance between range and authenticity. Kelly also shares little golden nuggets on how to stand out in your audition, why the first few seconds of your audition matter the most, and what gets a talent placed into the coveted “yes” folder.

Plus, Kelly will share a nightmare session that will make every voice actor's heart sink just thinking about it... If you’re working in VO or trying to get your foot in the door, this episode is packed with honest, practical insight straight from the casting table.

Interested in training with Kelly and her team at The Voicecaster? Learn more at voicecaster.com. If you’d like to get in contact directly, you can reach the team at [email protected]

This episode is brought to you by Full Compass Systems, your trusted partner for all things audio. From microphones and mixers to studio gear and more, they have everything you need to keep your setup sounding sharp. Ready to take your studio to the next level? Visit www.fullcompass.com to upgrade your studio today.

On this episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast, we're chatting about the nitty-gritty art of connection in voiceover. Voice actor Eric Sheffield joins us for a heart-to-heart about what it truly means to build community in VO, and it's so refreshing.

Instead of just networking, Eric explains why creating authentic relationships without expectations can have a powerful impact on both your career and your creative life. We also explore some of the less obvious places voice actors and creatives can find work (the kind of opportunities many people don’t even realize exist.)

From navigating the industry and finding your people, to understanding how heritage can influence casting, and so much more, this episode is packed with insight, perspective, and good-ole industry talk. Get ready to discover paths you may never have known existed in VO!

This episode is brought to you by Full Compass Systems, your trusted partner for all things audio. From microphones and mixers to studio gear and more, they have everything you need to keep your setup sounding sharp. Ready to take your studio to the next level? Visit www.fullcompass.com to upgrade your studio today.

In this upbeat episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast, we’re joined with our special guest Chloe Elmore to explore the world of audio dramas. This is a topic we haven’t yet explored, and one that might even open your eyes to a whole new world of Voiceover!

From performance challenges to happy clients, we break down what makes audio drama work unique, along with a fun chat about accents, efforts, and the skills that Chloe is known for making her projects shine all around the world.

Plus, Chloe shares one of her true “nightmare” sessions that unexpectedly turned into a powerful VO life lesson... The kind of story every voice actor can learn from AND hopefully avoid!

If you’ve ever been curious about audio dramas, or maybe never even known they existed, then this episode is definitely for you! Tune in for stories, insights, and a reminder that some of the most stressful moments can become the biggest growth opportunities.

And be sure to check out Chloe’s website to see what she’s up to: www.chloevoices.com

Whether you’re a seasoned pro, an aspiring voice actor, or simply curious about life in the booth, this fun and upbeat episode delivers a mix of practical insight, relatable moments, and plenty of personality.

This episode is brought to you by Full Compass Systems, your trusted partner for all things audio. From microphones and mixers to studio gear and more, they have everything you need to keep your setup sounding sharp. Ready to take your studio to the next level? Visit www.fullcompass.com to upgrade your studio today.

On this episode of The Making Wavs VO Podcast, we’re joined by special guest Steve Pogatch, Sr. Manager of Voiceover Operations for Studio Resonate at SiriusXM Media-SiriusXM/Pandora. Over his 12+ years with Pandora and SiriusXM, Steve has produced thousands of high-quality audio ads and has become the go-to expert for all things voiceover casting, direction, and quality.

Steve has played a major role in recruiting, auditioning, and curating talent for the Studio Resonate VoiceOver roster, as well as helping manage and shape the voices heard across these major audio platforms, giving him a behind-the-scenes perspective you don't often get to hear.

So get cozy and settle in, because this episode is full of real talk, casting insight, and voiceover industry wisdom you don't want to miss!

This episode is brought to you by Full Compass Systems, your trusted partner for all things audio. From microphones and mixers to studio gear and more, they have everything you need to keep your setup sounding sharp. Ready to take your studio to the next level? Visit www.fullcompass.com to upgrade your studio today.