String and Tell with Tawny and Kristen

Tawny Platis
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 Voice actors Tawny Platis and Kristen DiMercurio challenge each other to voice act in deliberately miscast performances every Thursday! After the games, they chat about voice acting, art, and entertainment while they  make friendship bracelets based on what they just performed. The bracelets are then auctioned to viewers with 100% of sales going to a nonprofit of the week

  1. 19h ago

    Voice Acting Challenge: The Mean Girls with Tawny Platis and Kristen DiMercurio

    Voice actors Tawny Platis and Kristen DiMercurio challenge each other to voice act in deliberately miscast performances every Thursday! And this week, they’re inspired by movie and tv mean girls After the games, they chat about voice acting, art, and entertainment while they make friendship bracelets based on what they just performed. The bracelets are then auctioned to viewers with 100% of sales going to a nonprofit of the week. This week’s nonprofit is the Transgender Law Center. Get Tawny and Kristen’s friendship bracelets here: Kristen's Mint, Alien & Gay Lil Strawberry Bracelet: https://ebay.io/m/dOW0wi Tawny's Freaky Little Guys Bracelet: https://ebay.io/m/8nqweU The Games: Mean Girls as an old Hollywood movie 00:39 The Lion King as an estate planning commercial 03:04  Announce Homelander from The Boys as the winner for the award: Most Demented Character In TV History 04:16The Lord of the Rings as a home security commercial 05:19The show Severance as an evening news piece 06:34The White Lotus as morning news 07:45 The Talk: 10:26 Inside The Episode: Kristen and Tawny reflect on their original passions of being theatre girlies, but unfortunately theatre doesn’t pay the bills.What the difference is between a Morning Star and a MaceTalking about how in the age of AI and content creation, an artist has to know when to pivotTheories about child prodigies versus someone who has worked hard and practiced their skill over decadesAcknowledging that talented people are everywhere but capitalism makes it all so competitiveTawny talks about her past in retail and how her mental health is much better now as an actor and content creatorKristen shares about her experience working in food service during college and how it led to anxious apologies in her sleep!They use their goofy mood to create friendship bracelets of freaky little guys and gay little strawberries, despite Kristen swinging her bracelet around haphazardly 100% of the proceeds from today's bracelet auction will benefit the Transgender Law Center Get in touch and learn more by visiting https://platisproductions.com/stringtell/

  2. Aug 20

    Henry Danger: Ben Giroux’s Wild Acting Career

    Actor, director, and voiceover artist Ben Giroux joins Tawny Platis to make friendship bracelets while talking about Henry Danger, voice acting, directing, AI, creativity, and why there’s no place for “cool” in theater. Ben looks back at how his career evolved from on-camera acting into animation and voiceover, becoming recognizable to generations of fans through roles on Nickelodeon, including Henry Danger, Big Nate, and Bunsen Is a Beast. He also reflects on directing, producing, and why keeping multiple creative projects going has helped him stay working in an unpredictable industry. From being mistaken for a real Christmas elf at a shopping mall to becoming known around the world as an evil baby gangster, Ben recounts some of the most unforgettable moments that have shaped his career. He also talks about letting go of the need to be “cool,” embracing the cringe, and why fully committing to a character can make all the difference.In this episode, Ben Giroux talks about: His transition from on-camera acting to animation and voiceover Henry Danger, Big Nate, Bunsen Is a Beast, and his other memorable roles The importance of staying versatile and keeping multiple creative projects going Why in-person collaboration still matters in an increasingly remote industry Preparing for voiceover auditions and making room for improvisation Embracing cringe, authenticity, and fully committing to the bit The hilarious story of being mistaken for a real Christmas elf Becoming more comfortable in his own skin and letting go of the need to be “cool” Plus, Ben and Tawny make friendship bracelets, with 100% of bracelet sales donated to the First Aid Society. Follow Ben Giroux: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bengiroux/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@BenGiroux YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BenGiroux  Follow Tawny: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatis Web: https://tawnyvoice.com/

  3. Aug 13

    Professor Chesko Gets Real About Autism, ADHD & Going Viral

    Social media educator, college professor, and creator Professor Chesko (The Speech Prof) joins Tawny Platis to make friendship bracelets while talking about autism, ADHD, teaching, creativity, internet fame, and why being yourself online is both liberating and terrifying. Professor Chesko shares how a late autism diagnosis helped explain decades of experiences he never fully understood, like masking. social anxiety,  his love of routines, and communication. He also reflects on growing up in poverty, why he still teaches full-time despite millions of followers online, and how creating content with kindness became an unexpected career. Along the way, the conversation wanders through 3D printing, slam poetry, Bay Area hip-hop, childhood dreams, viral internet culture, and what it really means to build a life around safety, creativity, and authenticity. In this episode, Professor Chesko talks about: Discovering autism later in life and the grief (and relief) that followed Growing up in poverty and why it made him deeply risk-averse Why he'll never quit teaching to become a full-time content creator Building a massive online audience through kindness instead of outrage Masking, routines, and learning to embrace neurodivergence His obsession with 3D printing and reliving childhood through cosplay Touring as a slam poet and the evolution of internet culture Protecting his family's privacy while living so publicly online Why curiosity is the key to meaningful conversations and friendships Plus, Tawny and Professor Chesko compare late autism diagnoses, discuss how social media has changed the way we interact with each other, and make friendship bracelets to support the Transgender Law Center, with 100% of bracelet sales benefiting the organization. Follow Professor Chesko: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thespeechprof/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@speechprof/ Follow Tawny: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatis Web: https://tawnyvoice.com/

  4. Aug 6

    Tawny Platis and Kristen DiMercurio: The Bluetooth Ladies Return!

    Voice actors Tawny Platis and Kristen DiMercurio dare each other into  deliberately miscast vocal performances.  Then they make friendship bracelets based on what they just performed, which are auctioned to viewers, and 100% of sales go to a nonprofit of the week. They’re occasionally joined by a guest and their bracelet goes up for auction too! This week's nonprofit is The Palestinian Children's Relief Fund Inside The Episode: - Why improv is one of the most valuable skills for voice actor - Some of the strangest places they've unexpectedly heard their own voices - College adventures involving a mysterious white bus in Boston - Bizarre recording gigs - Unpredictable moments that only seem to happen to voice actors - Turning horror movies into preschool television  Reimagining iconic scenes from The Thing, Hereditary, Breaking Bad, Whiplash, Twilight, and more! -The funny realities of recording for consumer products - Childhood scuba diving adventures that resulted in an unforgettable encounter with hungry fish - Friendship bracelets inspired by dinosaurs, Disneyland, and strange little creatures - Why the best voice acting moments often come from embracing absurdity 100% of the proceeds from today's bracelet auction will benefit the Palestinian Children's Relief Fund, supporting medical and humanitarian relief for children and families in need. 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/

  5. Jul 30

    Robbie Daymond on Building a Creative Career That Lasts

    Voice actor Robbie Daymond joins Tawny Platis to make friendship bracelets while talking about building a lasting creative career, taking big risks, staying adaptable in a changing industry, and finding joy both on stage and at home. From growing up in rural Missouri to becoming one of the most recognizable voices in anime and video games, Robbie shares the winding path that led him to voice acting, why he believes success comes from embracing uncertainty, and how following his instincts opened doors he never expected. Along the way, he reflects on fatherhood, entrepreneurship, AI, social media, and why genuine human creativity will always matter. As they laugh through pizza and hot dog-themed bracelets, Tawny and Robbie dive into what it takes to keep evolving without losing sight of what made you love creating in the first place. 100% of the proceeds from today's bracelet auction will benefit the Indigenous Environmental Network, supporting Indigenous-led efforts to protect sacred lands, climate justice, and environmental stewardship. Robbie talks about: Growing up in rural Missouri and finding his way to Los Angeles Transitioning from theater into voice acting The unexpected opportunities that launched his career Creating his own video game studio and building Date Everything! Why taking creative risks has always paid off Raising two young kids while balancing a busy career The future of AI and why human-made art still matters Social media, entrepreneurship, and staying ahead of industry changes What he's learned from working alongside the team at Critical Role Why curiosity and adaptability have shaped every chapter of his career Follow Robbie Daymond: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robbiedangerous/ Web: https://www.robbiedaymond.com/ Follow Tawny: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatis Web: https://tawnyvoice.com/

  6. Jul 23

    Crazy Ex-Girlfriend Star Vincent Rodriguez III on Flow State, Filipino Identity, and Finding Your Purpose

    Actor, singer, keynote speaker, and Crazy Ex-Girlfriend star Vincent Rodriguez III joins Tawny Platis to make friendship bracelets while talking about flow state, Filipino identity, lifelong learning, and the surprising science behind creativity. Vincent shares how growing up in a traditional Filipino household shaped his relationship with performing, why reconnecting with his heritage transformed the way he sees himself, and how discovering the psychology of "flow" changed both his career and his life. He also opens up about living with ADHD, embracing curiosity, and learning to define success on his own terms. Along the way, the conversation takes plenty of delightful detours; from Broadway auditions and martial arts to dinosaurs, Hamilton, magic tricks, and why everyone should learn how to teach themselves something new. Bracelets from this episode benefit The Jed Foundation, with 100% of proceeds donated to support youth mental health. Vincent talks about: Why he considers curiosity his greatest superpower The science of flow state and how it transformed his acting career Growing up in a traditional Filipino household and rediscovering his heritage Living with ADHD and embracing neurodivergence as a strength Learning new skills, from languages to magic, by teaching himself How Broadway, dance, and fitness shaped his approach to performance Why presence is the key to creativity, confidence, and connection Finding purpose through kindness, legacy, and helping others grow Follow Vincent Rodriguez III:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vrodrigueziii/Web: https://www.vrodrigueziii.com/ Follow Tawny:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatisWeb: https://tawnyvoice.com/

  7. Jul 16

    Jenny Yang Is Finally Making Her First Stand-Up Special

    Writer, actor, comedian, and podcast host Jenny Yang joins Tawny Platis to make friendship bracelets while talking about pizza, conspiracy theories, immigrant family expectations, overachievement, and learning how to enjoy the process instead of chasing the next goal. Jenny shares why she's finally creating her first stand-up special after years of personal loss, including two miscarriages, multiple rounds of IVF, and the death of her father. She reflects on growing up in a Taiwanese immigrant family, how becoming hyper-independent shaped her career, and why comedy became both an outlet and a path toward healing. Along the way, the conversation takes plenty of delightful detours; from Neapolitan pizza and backyard pizza ovens to student government, ADHD, true crime, and the surprising connection between making people laugh and winning elections. Jenny talks about: Why she's finally recording her first hour-long stand-up special Processing grief after years of infertility and loss Growing up in a Taiwanese immigrant household and becoming fiercely independent The hidden emotional cost of being the "overachiever" Learning to enjoy the creative process instead of obsessing over outcomes Her obsession with pizza, pasta, and Italian food culture How student government unexpectedly launched her comedy career Why she believes understanding humanity (even its darkest parts) makes us better people Making friendship bracelets while unpacking perfectionism, purpose, and joy Bracelets from this episode benefit the Women's Reproductive Rights Assistance Project (WRRAP), with 100% of proceeds donated to support their work. Remember, every bracelet has a story, and every story helps a cause. Follow Jenny Yang:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennyyangtv/Web: https://www.jennyyang.tv/ Follow Tawny:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatisWeb: https://tawnyvoice.com/

  8. Jul 9

    Comic Artist Hannah Hillam Turned Her ADHD Brain Into a Career

    Illustrator, comic artist, and 500 Open Tabs co-host Hannah Hillam joins Tawny Platis to make friendship bracelets while talking about creativity, comics, weird internet rabbit holes, and embracing the wonderfully chaotic way her brain works. Hannah talks about: Growing up drawing comics and realizing art was always the career she was meant to pursue Writing her graphic novel Cat People and why "cute but deeply unsettling" became her signature style How 500 Open Tabs was born from never closing browser tabs and turning random curiosities into a podcast The bizarre history of Icelandic Dracula and why it's completely different from the original The Carrington Event, solar storms, and the surprisingly real possibility of an internet-ending apocalypse Raising kids, true crime obsessions, and why everything somehow turns into a cult or an arsonist story The two also get into Studio Ghibli tattoos, Taylor Swift discourse, tiny trinkets, friendship bracelet storytelling, and why every weird little object deserves its own elaborate backstory. Plus, every bracelet made during this episode is available for purchase, with 100% of proceeds going to PCF, Hannah's charity of choice. Remember, every bracelet has a story, and every story helps a cause. Follow Hannah Hillam:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannahhillam/500 Open Tabs Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/500-open-tabs/id1720585294 Follow Tawny:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatisWeb: https://tawnyvoice.com/

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 Voice actors Tawny Platis and Kristen DiMercurio challenge each other to voice act in deliberately miscast performances every Thursday! After the games, they chat about voice acting, art, and entertainment while they  make friendship bracelets based on what they just performed. The bracelets are then auctioned to viewers with 100% of sales going to a nonprofit of the week

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