Our latest guest on A Vo's Padded Room Podcast is none other than the owner of Duffin Media and host of Your Message Received podcast John Duffin!!

Before John was running your voiceovers to the finish line, he was working for Univision. Listen in as John shares some past war stories and even had a brush with the "Real American" himself....Hulk Hogan!!

John talks about his time in Hawaii and shares with us his first live directed experience where he was missing a few very important items.

We discuss the importance of asking for help, being prepared and touch on the importance of being able to give an honest compliment once in awhile.

Let’s not forget A Vo's Padded Improv, where John is your gameshow host for another GRUESOME episode of DEAD or NOT DEAD!!!!

All this, AND MORE, on A Vo's Padded Room Podcast with John Duffin!

The Doc Holiday of Voice Over Jeff Williams is in the HOUSE!!!

Jeff Williams is a go getter to say the least. A perpetual learner through and through, Jeff grew up in a small town, but he had big dreams. Being a big kid growing up, Jeff was involved in numerous sports. However, Jeff did take some down time to watch Mtv, Saturday Night Main Event and play some Kaboom on Atari!!!

Dr. Jeff Williams talks about his love for chiropractic work and touches on his podcast Chiropractic Forward as well. Jeff talks about earning his Fellowship education and how he stumbled into chiropractic work.

Jeff's dad played a HUGE part in his life and introduced him to music!! Jeff talks about being on tour with Copperhead and starting Groove Promotions.

While Jeff was on the road, he met a ton of people in the radio world. With COVID wreaking havoc on the GLOBE, Jeff desired to take on a new challenge and an old friend lends a helping hand.

The show wraps up talking about how to effectively re-invent yourself. We talk about overcoming fears and networking with others that can help you grow in the voice over world.

Let’s not forget A Vo's Padded Improv, where Jeff scares you like boo!!

All this, AND MORE, on A Vo's Padded Room Podcast with Jeff Williams!

Skate or Die!!

Telly Award Winning voice over artist Mike Hathcote is ready to get strapped into the Padded Room for another exciting episode!

We go back in time with Mike and talk about the impact skateboarding has had on his life. The idea of getting up after each fall has translated well for him in the voice over world and he shares with us some tips to get over some of the many hurdles the industry has to offer.

Mike has built a multi media company that also provides coaching and currently features his new apparel line which he touches on in this episode.

To improve in vo, you have to learn from the best. Mike talks about connecting and building relationships with the best in the vo industry. He also talks about coaching up his students and the joy that it brings him to see them succeed.

Let’s not forget A Vo's Padded Improv, where Mike wants you to Feed A Voice Actor!!

All this, AND MORE, on A Vo's Padded Room Podcast with Mike Hathcote!!

It’s time, once again, to strap-up and step into the Insane Asylum, as the guys spend some time with military veteran and voiceover specialist Crystal Lee!

We go back in time with Crystal and discover what guided her in the direction she's in today with voiceover. She talks about her families heritage and being on stage at an early age.

Crystal discusses her time in the military and how it changed her life in so many different ways.

Crystal's never ending passion to travel and meet new people has paid dividends in her voiceover career and just life in general. She explains the importance of networking and why you should be resourceful in your pursuit to the top.

Let’s not forget A Vo's Padded Improv, where Crystal enters the house of pain as her beloved character Tutu!

All this, AND MORE, on A Vo's Padded Room Podcast with Crystal Lee!!

It’s time, once again, to strap-up and step into the Insane Asylum, as the guys spend some time with the “All American Storyteller”, Mike Carnes!!

Mike takes us back to his childhood where he loved entertaining family and friends with his outrageous skits. In fact, he goes into how Monte Python was at the center of it, and how that inspiration would eventually help him with his character development.

After twenty-years in the IT industry, Mike talks about the transition from the corporate environment to the world of voice acting. Not only does Mike discuss what it takes to be successful, but how to handle the “burn-out” aspect in the industry. 

We also discuss his journey and coaches who have helped mold Mike into one of the most sought-after narrators in the industry.

Let’s not forget A Vo's Padded Improv, where Mike travels back to the 70’s, to a little greasy spoon café, and tells us all about their breakfast menu!!

All this, AND MORE, on A Vo's Padded Room Podcast with Mike Carnes!!

Side Note: Mike, however, still does NOT like Spam!

*Shoutout to Antagonist Theory for the beats at the end of the show.  

Check them out on Instagram: antagonist_theory*

It's time once again to strap-up and step into the Insane Asylum, as the guys spend some time with tv affiliate voice over specialist Aaron Bradley!!

Aaron takes us back to his childhood where he was initially introduced to the news world. He also touches on a period in his life where he became involved in acting. To be or not to be?!!

Aaron was the host for the morning news at his high school. He would also develop his own radio show "Aaron in the Afternoon" during his time in college. A move to Mississippi would open his mind to the world of meteorology, which he talks about on the show.

His journeys through news would ultimately lead to a full time gig behind the mic in the comforts of his own home. Aaron talks about working in the tv affiliate world and lets us know what it takes to make it in this competitive industry.

Let’s not forget A Vo's Padded Improv where Aaron talks about this fantastic new bling he picked up that he can use over and over again??!!!!!

All this and more on A Vo's Padded Room Podcast with Aaron Bradley!!

Check out the TV Affiliate Bootcamp:

https://tvaffiliatebootcamp.com/

It's time once again to strap-up and step into the Insane Asylum, as the guys spend some time with the host of Behind The Audition and Voice Over Specialist Curt Hilton!!

Curt Hilton was a youngster when he discovered the world of bartending. He would twirl, spin and fling the bottles around serving the drinks like in Cocktail the movie!!!

During this time, Curt was introduced to his soon to be Disc Jockey mentor Brian Graves, who taught him the ins and outs of playing the tunes that the listeners crave!

Curt would later move to Colorado to pursue a career behind the mic in radio. Listen to Curt as he shares with us some blooper reel stories from the past.

Curt shares with us the importance of networking with others, making time for activities outside of VO and understanding and breaking down copy.

Let’s not forget A Vo's Padded Improv where Curt lets everyone know that LOVE STINKS!!!

All this and more on A Vo's Padded Room Podcast with Curt Hilton!!

Check out Behind The Audition:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5QjKiFI85Z71tFw-0_PoEA

Shoutout to Antagonist Theory for the beats at the end of the show.

Check them out on Instagram: antagonist_theory

A Vo's Padded Room Podcast will be shutting down operation after this episode.......APRIL FOOLS!!!!!

We're BACK....BACK in the New York Groove with the amazing voice over talents of Brianna Wanlass!

Brianna takes us back to when she was born. That's right!! With a bottle in her hand, she had no clue what adventures awaited her in her glorious life, but we soon find out throughout this episode.

We discover how Brianna was first introduced to the world of music and how she joined forces with other talented musicians to form multiple bands. One band in particular really stands out....stay tuned!!

Brianna loves the good ol' days of pro wrestling and we discuss the many characters of the 80's that had us all glued to the television.

We discuss the importance of fine tuning your instrument, which is your voice....duh!! Brianna gives tips on how to maintain your voice through vocal exercises and some home remedies she uses to keep her voice on point each and every day.

Let's not forget A Vo's Padded Improv where Brianna blows us away with some Holderness Family metal.....It's Vaccination DAY...Day...Day!!!!

All this and more on A Vo's Padded Room Podcast with Brianna Wanlass!

Check out Brianna on her website at bwvoice.com and Punch Every Day In The FACE!!!

Shout out to Antagonist Theory for the tunes at the end of the show!!