The Building Doors Podcast

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The Building Doors Podcast is where women in voice-over take center stage, sharing their journeys, breaking barriers, and paving the way for future talent. This podcast amplifies women’s voices in an industry where male-centric genres—like sports promos and other traditionally male-dominated spaces—have long been the norm. Through personal stories, expert insights, and industry discussions, we’re creating opportunities and inspiring action. Each episode features female voice actors—our Door Builders—as they share how they got into voice-over, the challenges they’ve faced, and the dream clients they aspire to work with. We also bring you audio versions of our Instagram and LinkedIn Live events, covering powerful topics like mental health, building community, gender equality in sports, and voice-over genres more women should be pursuing. And as we grow, we may also feature sponsor spotlights, giving brands that support Building Doors a platform to share their services and their commitment to empowering women in voice-over. This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement. Whether you’re a voice actor at any stage of your career, a brand championing gender equality, or someone who believes in making space for all voices, this is the place for you. The Building Doors Podcast is for anyone in voice-over and anyone looking for a community that supports inclusion, opportunity, and breaking barriers. Tune in, be inspired, and start building doors.

  1. Aug 6

    Nathan Klein: The Racecaller.

    What happens when a childhood fascination becomes your life's work? In this episode of the Building Doors Podcast, Christy Harst sits down with Nathan Klein, the youngest full-time Thoroughbred track announcer in North America. Diagnosed with autism, Nathan discovered his passion for calling horse races at just six years old and has turned that passion into an extraordinary career. Nathan shares how his unique perspective, incredible focus, and unwavering determination helped him overcome obstacles, earn opportunities at racetracks across the country, and land his dream job while still in his early twenties. Whether you're a voice actor, a sports fan, a parent, or someone pursuing an unconventional dream, Nathan's story is a powerful reminder that your differences can become your greatest strengths—and that the right door can change everything. Join us for an inspiring conversation about finding your voice, embracing who you are, and building a career that was always meant to be. Follow Nathan: Instagram YouTube X  When was the last time you heard a woman voicing the promos for the Super Bowl, a PGA tournament, or the World Cup? Chances are, you haven’t—and that needs to change. The Building Doors campaign is pushing for equal opportunities in voice-over, especially in male-dominated spaces like sports. We spotlight female voice actors voicing ads originally voiced by men, challenging brands and agencies to embrace gender diversity. Find Building Doors on Instagram, LinkedIn, and our website. buymeacoffee.com/buildingdoorsvo instagram.com/buildingdoorsvo linkedin.com/company/buildingdoorsvo buildingdoorsvo.com

    Nathan Klein: The Racecaller.

  2. Jul 30

    Siân Fox & Alex Henderson: News from the other side of the pond.

    Alex and Siân, founders of Foxy Tongue Voices—a boutique voiceover agency out of Soho, London met with Christy to talk about how they are seeing the VO industry across the pond. Between them, they have over 20 years of casting and production experience, with clients including Rolex, Coca-Cola, Samsung, Mattel, and Kellogg's. We talked about AI fatigue, the rise of "quirky, imperfect" voices that sound undeniably human, the importance of ad-libs, and why being responsive matters more than ever. When the brief is wrong, it's not just about one audition—it's about the message it sends to every woman in the industry. When was the last time you heard a woman voicing the promos for the Super Bowl, a PGA tournament, or the World Cup? Chances are, you haven’t—and that needs to change. The Building Doors campaign is pushing for equal opportunities in voice-over, especially in male-dominated spaces like sports. We spotlight female voice actors voicing ads originally  voiced by men, challenging brands and agencies to embrace gender diversity. Find Building Doors on Instagram, LinkedIn, and our website. buymeacoffee.com/buildingdoorsvo instagram.com/buildingdoorsvo linkedin.com/company/buildingdoorsvo buildingdoorsvo.com

  3. Jul 23

    Natasha Marchewka: Red Flags, Real Talk

    Even the pros get got. This week on the Building Doors Podcast, VO veteran Natasha Marchewka joins me to talk about something nobody wants to admit happens to them: getting scammed. Natasha's been in this business a long time. She's smart. She's savvy. And a scammer still found a way in. She's telling the whole story, the red flags she looks back on now and wishes she'd caught, and exactly how she's changed her workflow so it doesn't happen again. If you book voice work online (so, all of us), you need to hear this one. Consider it a free audit of your own process. Links to learn more about how to avoid scams in VO: dougturkel.com/the-anatomy-of-a-voiceover-scam navavoices.org/vo-scams-red-flag world-voices.org/recognizing-voiceover-scams Listen now wherever you get your podcasts. When was the last time you heard a woman voicing the promos for the Super Bowl, a PGA tournament, or the World Cup? Chances are, you haven’t—and that needs to change. The Building Doors campaign is pushing for equal opportunities in voice-over, especially in male-dominated spaces like sports. We spotlight female voice actors voicing ads originally voiced by men, challenging brands and agencies to embrace gender diversity. Find Building Doors on Instagram, LinkedIn, and our website. buymeacoffee.com/buildingdoorsvo instagram.com/buildingdoorsvo linkedin.com/company/buildingdoorsvo buildingdoorsvo.com

    Natasha Marchewka: Red Flags, Real Talk

  4. Jul 10

    Jenn Sims & Ashton Teal: Authenticity Over Perfection

    Jenn Sims and Ashton Teal—two working commercial voice actors who bring very different perspectives to the conversation. Jenn has more than 20 years of experience on both sides of the glass, having been an executive producer on the agency side before becoming a voice actor. Some of Ashton’s clients are Google, Amazon, and Hilton. We all make ourselves this question sometime in our career: Why aren't I booking? Jenn and Ashton break down the numbers game for us: an average casting director reviews 4,000+ per day! They share a few strategies to navigate the field of actually landing the job. The power of letting go of perfection, and ‘Authenticity’ as the watchword of 2026. Of course we talk about the AI elephant in the room, the uptick in requests for male voices, and why women MUST keep showing up. To a seasoned pro and someone just starting out, the advice is the same: keep auditioning, keep planting seeds, and keep building relationships. Support the podcast: buymeacoffee.com/buildingdoorsvo Connect with Building Doors: Instagram:.instagram.com/buildingdoorsvo LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/buildingdoorsvo Website: buildingdoorsvo.com

  5. May 21

    Allison Kwan: The Only Woman in the Room

    In this episode of the Building Doors Podcast, Christy Harst sits down with Allison Kwan, the Manager of Engagement and Belonging for the Cleveland Guardians—a title many organizations have cut, but Cleveland chose to keep. Allison shares what it's like to be the only woman in the room (and how she starts by getting the same haircut as the men), why she attended Guardians events for two years after being told "no" the first time she applied, and the power of seeing yourself in the stands. From the five "jewel events" that celebrate AAPI, Black, Latino, Pride, and disability communities, to the hot dog races where onion and spicy mustard and bacon are finally giving ketchup a run for his money—this conversation is about who gets seen, who gets heard, and who gets to belong. Because whether it's a baseball stadium or a voiceover booth, the question is the same: who's missing from this room? Support the podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/buildingdoorsvo Connect with Building Doors: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buildingdoorsvo/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/buildingdoorsvo Website: https://www.buildingdoorsvo.com/

  6. May 14

    Adam Petrus: The Story in Stat

    In this episode of the Building Doors Podcast, Christy Harst sits down with Adam Petrus of Zebra Technologies—the company behind the data that is reshaping how we experience professional sports. From the NFL’s Next Gen Stats to real-time player tracking, Zebra’s technology helps translate movement, speed, and performance into meaningful insights for fans, coaches, and fantasy football players alike. But Adam’s story goes far beyond sports. He began his career in 2001 after being recruited into the CIA, where he spent five years supporting global operations—including two and a half years in Iraq—before eventually transitioning into the NFL world as both a front office professional and certified player agent. Today, he brings that same depth of experience to sports innovation and data storytelling. This conversation explores a powerful idea at the center of both Adam’s work and Building Doors: data doesn’t just measure performance—it tells stories. Stories that create visibility, shift perception, and open doors. Because whether it’s athletes on the field or women in voice and media, the right data can change who gets seen and heard. Support the podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/buildingdoorsvo Connect with Building Doors: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buildingdoorsvo/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/buildingdoorsvo Website: https://www.buildingdoorsvo.com/

    Adam Petrus: The Story in Stat

  7. May 7

    Danielle Minetti: Building Her Way

    Danielle Minetti joins the Building Doors podcast to share what it’s really like navigating the construction industry as often the only woman in the room. She opens up about the challenges of rising through the corporate ranks, the resilience it takes to stay in the game, and the perspective she brings as both a decision-maker and voice seeker. Danielle also offers candid, practical insight into what voice actors can do differently in their outreach to stand out and build meaningful connections. Support the podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/buildingdoorsvo Connect with Building Doors: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buildingdoorsvo/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/buildingdoorsvo Website: https://www.buildingdoorsvo.com/

    Danielle Minetti: Building Her Way

  8. Apr 23

    Joanna Katcher: Behind the Board

    Joanna Katcher, audio engineer and owner of Nice Manners TV, joins Christy Harst for a candid conversation about what really happens behind the board. As one of the few women in audio engineering, Joanna shares what she sees when it comes to casting female voices, how voice actors can effectively reach out, and her approach to crafting standout demos. Insightful, honest, and refreshingly real—this is a must-listen for any voice actor navigating the industry. Support the podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/buildingdoorsvo Connect with Building Doors: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buildingdoorsvo/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/buildingdoorsvo Website: https://www.buildingdoorsvo.com/

    Joanna Katcher: Behind the Board
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The Building Doors Podcast is where women in voice-over take center stage, sharing their journeys, breaking barriers, and paving the way for future talent. This podcast amplifies women’s voices in an industry where male-centric genres—like sports promos and other traditionally male-dominated spaces—have long been the norm. Through personal stories, expert insights, and industry discussions, we’re creating opportunities and inspiring action. Each episode features female voice actors—our Door Builders—as they share how they got into voice-over, the challenges they’ve faced, and the dream clients they aspire to work with. We also bring you audio versions of our Instagram and LinkedIn Live events, covering powerful topics like mental health, building community, gender equality in sports, and voice-over genres more women should be pursuing. And as we grow, we may also feature sponsor spotlights, giving brands that support Building Doors a platform to share their services and their commitment to empowering women in voice-over. This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement. Whether you’re a voice actor at any stage of your career, a brand championing gender equality, or someone who believes in making space for all voices, this is the place for you. The Building Doors Podcast is for anyone in voice-over and anyone looking for a community that supports inclusion, opportunity, and breaking barriers. Tune in, be inspired, and start building doors.

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  • Creator
    Produced by PodTechs
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    59
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2025 Building Doors VO
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    The Building Doors Podcast