In ep 193 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Christian Starr joins Sam and Mark to talk about a dating script that could be horribly patronising to the listener if it weren't firmly tongue in cheek and how finding the right words of direction is so important to the final feel of a piece. We have a sharp discussion on what really makes a Film Noir style, and whether Mark can actually pull it off (you decide!), we ponder how a phrase like "ta-da" in a script as an exclamation can lead you to be a little more jazz-hands than is entirely comfortable, and Christian brings a script that at first reading makes no sense at all... until you realise that a glizzy and a gagger are both nicknames for a hotdog!! Our wildcards consist of a bedraggled cat, an Eastern European Igor and the tale of the last man on the planet! Our VO question this week is all about what other ways you can bring your work to public attention. Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.uk Script 1 Of course - it is always tempting after a long day at the office to go home, snuggle down on the sofa with your pjs and a lovely hot chocolate and binge watch your favourite shows. But, I can assure you that Mr - or Mrs - Right is not waiting for you at the bottom of your mug, ready to appear like a prize - ta dah! - when you have finished your drink. Your date is waiting out there in the Big Wide World. It’s time to get up off your sofa and get out there. Script 2 Most people think the PGA is a golf thing Most people are wrong. In the city of Love, an ancient order stands watch over the franks and weenies. They judge every glizzy. They defend the sacred casing. And when a sausage is wrongly-filled, over-dressed or under-grilled, they answer the call. But tonight, something has awakened in the Métro. The trains are meat. The meat is stuffing. This is the story of the Paris Gagger Alliance. We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today! **Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!" About our guest: Christian Starr is an American voice artist, actor, and performer based in Paris. His work spans commercials, video games, live performance, and screen acting, with credits for L’Oréal, Dove, Jeep, Capgemini, Accor, Ubisoft, and Digixart. He is currently the live voice of Stitch in Stitch Live! at Disneyland Paris, voiced multiple characters in Digixart’s new release Tides of Tomorrow, as well as their award-winning title Road 96. Working in English, native-level Norwegian, and French (with a viking accent), Christian records from his broadcast-ready studio. He is also a member of Les Voix, the French association of professional voice artists, which advocates for performers’ rights, ethical use of voices, and professional standards in the industry. He lives in a beautiful old house with his British wife and French daughter, and has a weakness for making elaborate, absurd birthday videos for his family overseas. Christian's Website @christian_starr_lassen on Instagram Christian on YouTube Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing! About your hosts: With over 40 years representing major international clients such as Google, Emirates and HSBC; Mark Ryes has been trusted to be the voice for some of the world’s biggest brands. If your business needs a fresh voice to represent you, then make it Mark's British voice. As a voiceover, TV presenter, podcaster or product demonstrator - Mark makes your brand truly sparkle! Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Elegantly British with an intelligent, warm and seductive voice, Samantha Boffin helps creatives and production companies create great audio that really connects with their audience. BBC-trained and with over 20 years of broadcast experience on both sides of the mic, she's created award-winning promos, narration and commercials for companies all around the globe, including the BBC, Sky, Games Workshop, John Lewis, Audible and Penguin Random House. Samantha's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin
