String and Tell

Tawny Platis

Join voice actor and content creator Tawny Platis as she sits down with fellow entertainers to talk about what they actually care about while racing to make as many friendship bracelets as they possibly can in 20 minutes. The best part? Each bracelet made by our celebrity guests is available to purchase by viewers like you, with 100% of the sale proceeds donated to a nonprofit organization of the guest’s choice. Every bracelet has a story, and every bracelet helps a cause.

  1. 1 DAG SIDEN

    Dora The Explorer Voice Actor Kathleen Herles Hid She Was Dora for Years

    Original Dora the Explorer voice actor Kathleen Herles joins Tawny Platis to make friendship bracelets while talking about growing up in the entertainment industry, childhood pressure, and reconnecting with the role that shaped an entire generation. Kathleen talks about: Growing up in pageants and child acting before becoming Dora at just 7 years old Hiding the fact that she was Dora for years and why she struggled to embrace it How revisiting Dora as an adult helped heal parts of her childhood The pressure of growing up performing and always feeling like she had to be perfect Breaking into audiobooks and finding confidence through queer storytelling Why voice acting can feel isolating, weirdly anonymous, and deeply personal all at once The two also talk about Real Housewives, rave culture, Lord of the Rings, horror movies, and Bluetooth voices. Plus, Kathleen shares the emotional story of meeting the Lord of the Rings cast, why Frodo was her childhood crush, and how hearing “Dora” from fans now feels completely different than it used to. Every bracelet made during this episode is available for purchase, with 100% of proceeds going to Save the Children. Remember, every bracelet has a story, and every story helps a cause. Follow Kathleen Herles: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kathleenherles/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kathleenherles Follow Tawny: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatis Web: https://tawnyvoice.com/

    50 min.
  2. 7. MAJ

    Phineas and Ferb Voice Actor Has Been Phineas Flynn For 20 Years

    Actor and voice of Phineas Flynn, Vincent Martella, joins Tawny Platis to make friendship bracelets while talking about: Starting Phineas and Ferb at 13 and growing up alongside the show The surreal experience of hearing his voice at Disneyland and connecting with multiple generations of fans Finding and evolving a character voice over time, from early episodes to mastering range, singing, and performance The reality of voice acting, vocal health, and balancing intense sessions with long-term stamina Building an entire room dedicated to Star Wars Legos (and running out of space) Being “hilariously famous” in Brazil and what global fandom really looks like Growing up on iconic shows, voice acting, Lego collections, horror movies, more! From childhood acting stories to Comic-Con moments, from comfort shows to horror movie deep dives, Vincent brings humor, nostalgia, and a genuine love for the craft. Plus, the two voice actors get into theme parks, terrible 80s horror movies, comfort TV, and the ongoing debate of how many Dracula movies is too many. Every bracelet made during this episode is available for purchase, with 100% of the proceeds going to the Southern California Special Olympics. Remember, every bracelet has a story, and every story helps a cause. Follow Vincent Martella: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thevincentmartella/ Follow Tawny: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatis Web: https://tawnyvoice.com/

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  3. 30. APR.

    Kristen DiMercurio Is the Voice of Your Bluetooth

    Voice actor and audiobook narrator Kristen DiMercurio joins Tawny Platis to make friendship bracelets while talking about the unexpected ways voice actors show up in everyday life… like literally being the voice of your Bluetooth. While building a very snack-themed bracelet collection, Kristen talks about: Accidentally becoming the voice behind countless Bluetooth devices and smart tech Building a voiceover career through Fiverr, self-made demos, and pure consistency The weird reality of working nonstop… but not actually acting Breaking into audiobooks after a viral tweet led to a Penguin audition Finding her lane in queer and sapphic storytelling and why representation matters Taking creative risks, from spicy audio platforms to producing her own fiction podcast Recording 20+ jobs a day Questioning what kind of work actually feels fulfilling What it looks like when you build a creative career in unconventional ways Plus, Kristen and Tawny get into voice matching, IVR voices, rave culture, jump-scaring yourself with your own voice in public, and what it’s like hearing yourself everywhere. Every bracelet made during this episode is available for purchase, with 100% of proceeds going to the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund. Remember, every bracelet has a story, and every story helps a cause. Tune in and enjoy the conversation! Follow Kristen DiMercurio: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kdimerc/ Web: https://www.kristendimercurio.com/  Follow Tawny: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatis Web: https://tawnyvoice.com/

    42 min.
  4. 23. APR.

    Matthew Mercer on AI, Art, and Why Humans Still Win

    Voice actor and Critical Role Game Master Matthew Mercer joins Tawny Platis to make friendship bracelets while they talk about creativity, empathy, and the real purpose behind storytelling. Matthew also talks about: The early grind of voice acting, CD demos, long audition drives and anime background roles How working in QA, retail, and food service shaped his empathy and perspective Why storytelling is a fundamental human need, especially during difficult times His honest take on AI, creativity, and why replacing artists misses the point Balancing success, burnout, and the pressure of supporting others in the industry Using hobbies like gaming, gardening, and getting out into nature to stay grounded From dystopian sci-fi and horror to real-world fears about technology and creative industries, the conversation moves between big-picture ideas and everyday realities. It’s thoughtful, funny, and unexpectedly personal, philosophical and goofy af. Matt and Tawny also get into it about their irrational fears, camping, and avoiding rabies at all costs. Every bracelet made during this episode is available for purchase, with 100% of proceeds going to the National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center. Remember, every bracelet has a story, and every story helps a cause. Tune in and enjoy the conversation! Follow Matthew Mercer:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matthewmercervo/Web: https://www.matthewmerceronline.com/ Follow Tawny:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatisWeb: https://tawnyvoice.com/

    53 min.
  5. 16. APR.

    Harry Belden Booked Morty After Almost Quitting Acting

    What does it feel like to land one of the most iconic voice roles in animation… and still not be sure what’s next? Belden joins Tawny Platis to make friendship bracelets and talk about the unexpected path that led him to voicing Morty on Rick and Morty. From auditioning for his favorite show to navigating the pressure that comes with stepping into a beloved character, Harry shares what it really takes to break through. While building a collection of colorful bracelets, Harry opens up about: The “submit and forget” mindset that helped him land Morty Starting out recording voiceover auditions on his phone and building a DIY booth over time The reality of going from a day job to a major role almost overnight How therapy changed his relationship with acting, pressure, and success Letting go of what you “should” be doing and figuring out what you actually want Plus, Harry shares the story of how eating raw chicken before his first paid acting job made him question his entire career, his love of sci-fi and comics, and why Batman still wins every time. The episode wraps with a rapid-fire round covering everything from favorite conventions to survival in fantasy worlds. Every bracelet made in this episode is available for purchase, with 100% of proceeds going to The Bail Project. Remember, every bracelet has a story, and every story helps a cause.Follow Harry Belden:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/harrybeldenactor/Web: https://www.harrybelden.com/ Follow Tawny:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatisWeb: https://tawnyvoice.com/

    30 min.
  6. 2. APR.

    Avi Roque Booked The Owl House At Trader Joe’s

    Voice actor and audiobook narrator Avi Roque joins Tawny Platis to craft penguin-and-pizza-themed friendship bracelets while deep diving into mental health, gender identity, and the surreal magic of booking The Owl House. While building a beautifully chaotic “bird collection” bracelet, Avi opens up about: - Receiving a BPD diagnosis and how DBT group therapy changed everything- Growing up queer in San Francisco and still feeling completely alone- Landing their first animated role as Raine Whispers after a “submit and forget” audition- Breaking into audiobooks with Cemetery Boys and narrating 60+ titles since-  Hormone therapy, hot flashes, and finding their authentic voice- The impact of playing a beloved non-binary character on a Disney series From navigating the inconsistencies of the entertainment industry to rediscovering gender identity in their twenties, Avi brings honesty, warmth, and a reminder that queer and trans stories deserve joy and not just trauma. Plus: rapid-fire questions reveal cartoon crushes, WWE entrance songs, Housewives binges, and whether 12-year-old Avi would think they’re cool today. Every bracelet made during this episode is available for purchase, with 100% of the proceeds going to the Outright International.Check out each of Avi’s bracelets here: Remember, every bracelet has a story, and every story helps a cause. Tune in and enjoy the conversation! Follow Avi Roque:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/avi_roque/Website: https://www.aviroque.com/ Follow Tawny:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatisWeb: https://tawnyvoice.com/

    28 min.

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Join voice actor and content creator Tawny Platis as she sits down with fellow entertainers to talk about what they actually care about while racing to make as many friendship bracelets as they possibly can in 20 minutes. The best part? Each bracelet made by our celebrity guests is available to purchase by viewers like you, with 100% of the sale proceeds donated to a nonprofit organization of the guest’s choice. Every bracelet has a story, and every bracelet helps a cause.

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