A VOICEOVER'S AUDIO ADVENTURE PODCAST

Jo Troy
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  • Performing Arts
  • Biweekly Series

An award-winning biweekly show teaching listeners about the voiceover, audio industry, and everything in between. Hearing amazing stories and learning tips & tricks along the way. Hosted by multi-award-winning black British voice actor & audio producer Jo Troy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Episode 1

    The Art of Sound | S6 E1

    Join us as we explore the journey of Tom Tripp, an award-winning sound designer, composer, and founder of Blocc. Discover his inspirations, transition from singer-songwriter to sound designer, and practical advice for aspiring creatives in music and sound design. Main Topics 00:00 Journey into Music and Sound Design 04:33 Transitioning from Artist to Composer 09:25 Working with Clients in Advertising 14:15 Navigating Challenges in the Industry 16:13 The Power of Outreach 18:26 Evolving Landscape of Composing 21:35 Exploring New Musical Genres 23:17 Building a Diverse Portfolio 26:18 Redefining the Composer's Role 29:22 Sharing Knowledge and Opportunities 32:00 The Importance of Time in Creativity 36:25 The Emotional Power of Music 38:24 Songs that Make Us Cry 39:42 The Changing Landscape of Music Consumption _____ WATCH THE EPISODE AND JOIN THE YOUTUBE COMMUNITY - https://youtu.be/H3vKFtd6rnk QUESTIONS / COLLABORATIONS - AVOAAPOD@GMAIL.COM JOIN MY VO ACTORS CASTING LIST - https://forms.gle/33nc6pUoKYbUdfiS6 Guest Info - Tom Tripp https://www.instagram.com/tomtripp/?hl=en You can find me at www.jotroy.com My E-BOOK https://www.jotroy.com/ebook Join the community https://www.instagram.com/voaudioadventurepodcast/ _____ All music used in the episode by Phoenix and the Flower Girl can be found here shorturl.at/gipSZ Listen, rate, and subscribe! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Art of Sound | S6 E1

  2. Episode 2

    The Multi-Hyphenate Creative | S6 E2

    Join us as Yasmine Alice shares her inspiring journey from law to acting, voiceover, and filmmaking. Discover her insights on authenticity, overcoming industry challenges, and pursuing diverse passions without limits. Main Topics 00:00 Introduction to Yasmine Alice 02:06 From Law to Creative Pursuits 06:34 The Power of Storytelling 08:11 Training and Early Acting Experiences 10:37 Transitioning to Voice Work 13:43 Navigating the Industry's Challenges 16:38 Multilingualism and Creative Expression 18:00 From Actress to Filmmaker: A Journey Begins 22:49 Creating 'Witch, Please': A Unique Podcast Experience 27:05 Navigating Career Hurdles and Mental Health 30:09 Authenticity in Filmmaking: Making Your Voice Heard _____ WATCH THE EPISODE AND JOIN THE YOUTUBE COMMUNITY - https://youtu.be/Gzjfkjv5oFI QUESTIONS / COLLABORATIONS - AVOAAPOD@GMAIL.COM JOIN MY VO ACTORS CASTING LIST - https://forms.gle/33nc6pUoKYbUdfiS6 Guest Info - Yasmine Alice https://yasminalice.com You can find me at www.jotroy.com My E-BOOK https://www.jotroy.com/ebook Join the community https://www.instagram.com/voaudioadventurepodcast/ _____ All music used in the episode by Phoenix and the Flower Girl can be found here shorturl.at/gipSZ Listen, rate, and subscribe! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Multi-Hyphenate Creative | S6 E2

  3. Episode 3

    Accent Coach | S6 E3

    Join voiceover expert Jo Troy in a fascinating conversation with dialect coach Jack Wallace. Discover how accents are learned, the skills needed, and tips for actors to improve their dialects. Main Topics 00:00 Introduction to Dialect Coaching 07:15 Understanding Dialects vs. Idiolects 14:44 Staying Updated with Dialects 19:40 A Day in the Life of a Dialect Coach 26:16 Advice for Aspiring Actors _____ WATCH THE EPISODE AND JOIN THE YOUTUBE COMMUNITY - https://youtu.be/Omput8r9u6Y QUESTIONS / COLLABORATIONS - AVOAAPOD@GMAIL.COM JOIN MY VO ACTORS CASTING LIST - https://forms.gle/33nc6pUoKYbUdfiS6 Guest Info - Jack Wallace https://www.instagram.com/jackwallacevoice/ You can find me at www.jotroy.com My E-BOOK https://www.jotroy.com/ebook Join the community https://www.instagram.com/voaudioadventurepodcast/ _____ All music used in the episode by Phoenix and the Flower Girl can be found here shorturl.at/gipSZ Listen, rate, and subscribe! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Accent Coach | S6 E3

  4. Episode 4

    Kids Voices For Adults | S6 E4

    Join us as we explore the journey of Marilena Gant, a successful voiceover artist, from childhood beginnings to niche specialization in kids' media, and learn valuable insights on industry resilience, voice differentiation, and career growth. Main Topics 00:00 Marilena's Journey into Voice Acting 01:59 Transition from Singing to Voice Acting 04:58 Exploring the Kids' Voice Acting Niche 07:51 Challenges and Opportunities in Voice Acting 10:47 Character Differentiation in Voice Acting 12:55 The Art of Voice Acting 14:42 Favorite Projects and Experiences 15:48 Aspirations in Voice Acting 16:57 Unique YouTube Experiences 19:41 Challenges in the Industry 22:54 Future Goals and Aspirations _____ WATCH THE EPISODE AND JOIN THE YOUTUBE COMMUNITY - https://youtu.be/G4u8LpNQ3Ik QUESTIONS / COLLABORATIONS - AVOAAPOD@GMAIL.COM JOIN MY VO ACTORS CASTING LIST - https://forms.gle/33nc6pUoKYbUdfiS6 Guest Info - Marilena Gant https://marilena-gant-voice.com You can find me at www.jotroy.com My E-BOOK https://www.jotroy.com/ebook Join the community https://www.instagram.com/voaudioadventurepodcast/ _____ All music used in the episode by Phoenix and the Flower Girl can be found here shorturl.at/gipSZ Listen, rate, and subscribe! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Kids Voices For Adults | S6 E4

  5. Episode 5

    Nurturing Talent | S6 E5

    In this engaging conversation, Abbie Andrews shares her journey from a creative upbringing to becoming a successful voice actor and founder of VO Gym. She discusses her experiences in the voiceover industry, particularly in video games, and the importance of community and support among voice artists. Abbie also reflects on the challenges and joys of running VO Gym, a platform designed to nurture and train voice talent, while navigating her upcoming transition into motherhood. Main Topics 00:00 Introduction and Pregnancy Journeys 03:00 The Journey into Acting and Voiceover 06:04 Early Influences and Family Support 08:57 First Steps in Voice Acting 11:57 Navigating the Voiceover Industry 15:06 The Appeal of Video Game Voiceover 17:58 Auditioning and Recording Experiences 20:58 The Birth of VO Gym 24:16 Embracing Failure and Starting Fresh 25:39 Building a Community in Voiceover 29:04 Navigating Voiceover Training and Coaching 34:45 The Vision for VoGym 36:30 Proud Moments and Future Aspirations 38:10 Quickfire Questions and Lighthearted Moments _____ WATCH THE EPISODE AND JOIN THE YOUTUBE COMMUNITY - https://youtu.be/G4u8LpNQ3Ik QUESTIONS / COLLABORATIONS - AVOAAPOD@GMAIL.COM JOIN MY VO ACTORS CASTING LIST - https://forms.gle/33nc6pUoKYbUdfiS6 Guest Info - Abbie Andrews https://abbieandrews.co.uk/ You can find me at www.jotroy.com My E-BOOK https://www.jotroy.com/ebook Join the community https://www.instagram.com/voaudioadventurepodcast/ _____ All music used in the episode by Phoenix and the Flower Girl can be found here shorturl.at/gipSZ Listen, rate, and subscribe! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Nurturing Talent | S6 E5

  6. Episode 6

    Scriptwriting | S6 E6

    In this episode, Karla Williams Posiuniene shares her journey from early inspirations in church to becoming a TV and audio drama writer. She discusses the industry challenges, her creative process, and advice for aspiring writers. Main Topics 00:00 Introduction to Karla Williams Posiuniene and her background 01:25 Early inspirations in church and drama 02:37 Themes of faith and personal experience in her work 04:20 First plays and transition to professional theatre 05:22 Challenges in making a career in theatre and TV 06:16 Breaking into the industry and industry perceptions 08:57 Signing with an agent during 2020 and initial expectations 10:14 The reality of TV development and project setbacks 11:10 First TV credit and industry navigation 12:32 Starting her own company Ms Mono 14:24 Managing multiple projects and industry strategy 16:53 Working on audio dramas versus screenplays 18:19 The art of writing for audio and storytelling techniques 22:44 Knowing when a script is complete 24:17 Dealing with script changes and director input 26:22 Industry changes since 2020 and future outlook 29:45 Advice for aspiring scriptwriters 31:05 Quick fire questions: favourite scenes, stress, and alternate careers _____ WATCH THE EPISODE AND JOIN THE YOUTUBE COMMUNITY - https://youtu.be/G4u8LpNQ3Ik QUESTIONS / COLLABORATIONS - AVOAAPOD@GMAIL.COM JOIN MY VO ACTORS CASTING LIST - https://forms.gle/33nc6pUoKYbUdfiS6 Guest Info - Abbie Andrews https://abbieandrews.co.uk/ You can find me at www.jotroy.com My E-BOOK https://www.jotroy.com/ebook Join the community https://www.instagram.com/voaudioadventurepodcast/ _____ All music used in the episode by Phoenix and the Flower Girl can be found here shorturl.at/gipSZ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Scriptwriting | S6 E6

  7. Episode 7

    The Art of Storytelling for Kids | S6 E7

    In this conversation, Jo Troy interviews Jenna Carvell, an executive producer at Yoto, discussing her role in creating engaging audio content for children. They explore Jenna's background in children's media, her transition from television to audio production, and how children's feedback influences content creation. The discussion also highlights trends in children's audio consumption and the importance of selecting the right narrators for projects. In this conversation, Jenna discusses the creative process behind Yoto's original content, the importance of warmth in storytelling, and the company's growth since its inception. Main Topics 00:00 Introduction and Background 04:01 Role of an Executive Producer at Yoto 08:02 Transition from TV to Audio Production 12:02 Influence of Children on Content Creation 16:00 Trends in Children's Audio Consumption 19:57 Choosing Narrators for Children's Projects 20:21 The Process of Developing Yoto Originals 23:26 Empowering Independent Creators 24:06 The Future of Storytelling and Technology 26:02 Yoto's Journey and Growth 26:45 Proud Moments: Highlighting Yoto Titles 29:00 Advice for Aspiring Children's Content Creators 31:46 Quickfire Questions and Personal Insights _____ WATCH THE EPISODE AND JOIN THE YOUTUBE COMMUNITY - https://youtu.be/G4u8LpNQ3Ik QUESTIONS / COLLABORATIONS - AVOAAPOD@GMAIL.COM JOIN MY VO ACTORS CASTING LIST - https://forms.gle/33nc6pUoKYbUdfiS6 Guest Info - YOTO https://uk.yotoplay.com You can find me at www.jotroy.com My E-BOOK https://www.jotroy.com/ebook Join the community https://www.instagram.com/voaudioadventurepodcast/ _____ All music used in the episode by Phoenix and the Flower Girl can be found here shorturl.at/gipSZ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Art of Storytelling for Kids | S6 E7
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An award-winning biweekly show teaching listeners about the voiceover, audio industry, and everything in between. Hearing amazing stories and learning tips & tricks along the way. Hosted by multi-award-winning black British voice actor & audio producer Jo Troy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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