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PODCAST

The VOHeroes Podcast

David H. Lawrence XVII

Voice over is a heroes" journey. Make it your journey. Actor, voice talent and storytelling coach David H. Lawrence XVII takes you on a journey each episode into the art, commerce, science and mindset of voice over as a performing art, and as a profession and business. Presented by VOHeroes.com.

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8:24

13119: AudioTechnica Lowered A Price, And Now I'm Stuck

The VOHeroes Podcast ·

2023/02/21

Hey there, hero!The word "ridiculous" comes to mind here.The mic I use and recommend is, currently, unbelievably discounted. With no changes in quality, materials or performance.So now, I'm stuck.I can't make an argument, currently, about looking critically at the price of a USB microphone as an initial litmus test...with my fave mic being priced so low.I can't really say, "Yeah, don't pay THAT little for a mic - except for the one I think you should get!"Can

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13118: Art? Or Money?

The VOHeroes Podcast ·

2023/02/14

Hey there, hero!Are you an artist that has decided that money should never enter into your decision making process?Are you worried that you'll become a "shill" for "the man?"Have you convinced yourself that you must suffer as an artist, or you'll be lesser for it?Any other questions about art versus money? Let's discuss this sticky subject in the comments below.REQUEST: Please join this video's conversation on VOHeroes, where the comments are moderated and

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13117: What To Do The Moment You Hit Record (Hint:...

The VOHeroes Podcast ·

2023/02/07

Hey there, hero!I'd like to help you break a habit I see some voice talent doing when recording auditions (and even work): immediately beginning their voice work, as if waiting was a sad waste of tape...or electrons?This applies to on-camera work as well - no need to jump right in and start performing the instant you see your camera recording.Take your time. Give yourself a break. Then, do great work from a position of ease and grace. In this episode, I'll show you how.Have you found

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17:50

13116: You Asked Me (Anything) About Audiobook and...

The VOHeroes Podcast ·

2023/01/30

Hey there, hero!We've just opened registration for the new 2023 ACX Master Class, and because so much has changed for voice talent in the audiobook narration world and with ACX, I invited you all last week to ask me questions.And I got some great ones: on the editing, on how to judge a book's potential profit, on how much time it actually takes to narrate a book and more.I answer all of them in this week's podcast episode, so strap in, and get the skinny on the latest updates.And, of

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5:42

13115: AMA! Ask Me Anything About Audiobooks, ACX And...

The VOHeroes Podcast ·

2023/01/24

Hey there, hero!Next week, Dan O'Day and I will be opening registration for the brand-spankin'-new edition of the ACX Master Class.In fact, we're running (as this podcast episode is being released live) a series of free video training on ACX, audiobook narration, the tech you need, the challenges you'll face (and how, as a new narrator, we've seen our students meet them) and so much more.But...if you have a questions about audiobooks or ACX that you'd like to ask me

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5:42

13114: Applying The Jiu Jitsu Of Quality Over Quantity

The VOHeroes Podcast ·

2023/01/17

Hey there, hero!How many times have you approached decisions around the choices you make when doing auditions as "Sure, I can do that!" …when you clearly are not the type the character demands?Like, way outside your age range, your lineage, your vocal style and more?What about taking the time to choose your auditions based on how much you align with that character? Using a little jiu-jitsu on the situation?We can sometimes go overboard in our zeal to be "versatile" or

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13113: Celebrating The Math: My Podcast Episode Count

The VOHeroes Podcast ·

2023/01/10

Hey there, hero!I had a few questions as to what was up with the episode count, and it all boils down to me taking my own advice.I spent decades in broadcasting, and was one of the first podcasters ever. So…I wanted to take the time to tally all of the production from my first podcasts (the Online Tonight daily RealAudio-laden emails in 1996) through the rest of my daily syndicated days on AM, FM, XM and Sirius, on CNET, on Salem, on WGN/Chicago and WOR/New York, to the Secrets of Screen Acting

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13112: Don't Ignore Your Successes

The VOHeroes Podcast ·

2023/01/03

Hey there, hero!Although I've tried very hard to take away the fear of starting something new, I've paid little attention to celebrating when we actually accomplish whatever that thing is.I want to change that in this episode, because if we're going to have the gumption to attempt something, we definitely have to take a moment when we actually get that something done.It certainly far more likely that we'll try something, and run into challenges along the way.But if we manage to

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8:42

0099: Use Union Rates To Help Maintain Your Dignity

The VOHeroes Podcast ·

2022/12/27

Hey there, hero!In a recent episode of the podcast, I talked about keeping price and value straight, and supporting your price points by pointing out the value of what you do as a performer.All well and good, unless you're just starting off and you don't feel as though you bring a lot of value.You do.And in this episode, I look at a couple of things to remember, even if you're a new performer, just getting their feet wet as a professional.Even beginners deserve dignity as

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0098: On "Following Up." Yeah. Don't.

The VOHeroes Podcast ·

2022/12/20

Hey there, hero!What runs through your mind when you hit that SEND button for the audition you just created? High hopes, excitement, anticipation, maybe a sense of satisfaction?Great.Fast forward to a couple of days later. Are you still thinking about it? Wondering how it landed with the casting person?And maybe thinking you need to follow up?Maybe you are one of those actors and voice talents that makes a regular habit of following up...just to "build that relationship."Don't. Full

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0097: 4 Ways You Can Make Voicing URLs More Effective

The VOHeroes Podcast ·

2022/12/13

Hey there, hero!The digital age has made the links we voice in commercials, documentaries, audiobooks, IVR and so many other categories of work even more important that what used to be the crucial contact info: the phone number is no longer number one.And how we voice URLs, the links on the Web, social media handles and email addresses can make or break the response your clients get from your work.Here are four things that can make a huge difference in the clarity you provide to your listening

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0096: When Tools Evolve, It's Nothing Personal

The VOHeroes Podcast ·

2022/12/06

Hey there, hero!It takes a lot of time and effort to get our tools, like Audacity, dialed in so that we can use them efficiently in our work, and so that we can rely on them from session to session.(BTW, if you want tips on setting up Audacity, subscribing to our Coach Stuart's newsletter on how to use Audacity better should be on your list. Here's a link to sign up (it's free!):https://stuartgauffi.com/get-sat )So...those tools can and will change and evolve over time, even to the

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0095: How VOHeroes Pro Bethany Arrington-Peck's...

The VOHeroes Podcast ·

2022/11/29

Hey there, hero!When a VOHeroes Pro has a success, I always take a moment to savor that. Whether it's a breakthrough in training, an equipment or software victory, or something as major as a booking, it's a moment to celebrate.And I try my best to find out the details: what did you do that led to this? What did you learn? What does it feel like to achieve this success?And so, when I get a chance to talk to a Pro when they get such a gift, I grab it.And that's what I got to do with the

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5:21

0094: When To Avoid Reframing And Do Something More...

The VOHeroes Podcast ·

2022/11/22

Hey there, hero!One of the skills we acquire as we become more experienced in performing on-camera and voice over acting is the notion of reframing when we encounter an outcome that is less than satisfactory. Instead of allowing that moment to hurt us, we re-frame it as a learning moment and growth opportunity.It's really useful.Usually.There's one aspect of these moments that we can easily forget and is crucial to overcoming those challenges, and it's important to make it your

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28:06

0093: Interview With A Rights Holder: Epic Life's...

The VOHeroes Podcast ·

2022/11/15

Hey there, hero!I had the joy of working with a rights holder, not on ACX, but on Scribe Media (as well as Scribe's team) as the narrator of an inspirational business book called Epic Life, by Justin Breen:https://www.audible.com/pd/Epic-Life-Audiobook/B0BFZ7Q6XTJustin is a rare entrepreneur that doesn't let his business life get in the way of his family life, and we'll talk about truly achieving work/life balance (and a lot more).How do you go about making sure that your work and

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5:47

0092: Josh Spector's 7 Ways To Simplify Your Day

The VOHeroes Podcast ·

2022/11/08

Hey there, hero!Self-improvement, career growth and social media expert Josh Spector, <a href="https://medium.com/an-idea-for-you/how-to-simplify-your-day-137a3cfb33dc" target="_blank">in an article over on Medium</a>, has put together a neat little package of seven simple strategies for making your workday smoother, more organized and simpler.I think you'll find #2 to have a very familiar ring to it...especially if you use the Ivy Lee method.Thoughts on the

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0091: Three Things You Can Do To "Go Wake Up Your Luck"

The VOHeroes Podcast ·

2022/11/01

Hey there, hero!Deconstruction. Vigilance. Speed.What do these things have in common with one of my favorite Persian proverbs (or any proverb, for that matter)?They fully support the notion that you can hold sway over the sometimes random events in our nutty little business - by putting them each into play.Once you've heard what I have to say about this...is the fear still there (listen to the podcast episode to know exactly what I'm talking about)? Let me know in the comments

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0090: The One Surefire Way To Never Make A Mistake...

The VOHeroes Podcast ·

2022/10/25

Hey there, hero!Do you worry about failure? About making mistakes? Does that worry stop you from even trying to take on new things or difficult issues?No problem.I have a surefire process for never making any mistakes ever again.You probably won't like it, but it will work every time.I'm sure you'll reject it, but isn't it what you're doing now to avoid mistakes and failures? Let me know in the comments below.REQUEST: Please join this video's conversation on VOHeroes,

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0089: VO Rates - Price Versus Value

The VOHeroes Podcast ·

2022/10/18

Hey there, hero!We all have our feelings about pricing our voice over services: uncertainty, frustration, bewilderment, confusion and occasionally, satisfaction.One of the times that can be very challenging is when we decide to really lower our rates in an effort to make it a no-brainer for someone to hire us.Big mistake.In this episode, I discuss the failure of a fellow artist to attract any takers to a steeply discounted course, because of a simple concept: perception of value.Have you had this

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5:58

0088: Constantly Distracted? Treat Focus Like Your...

The VOHeroes Podcast ·

2022/10/11

Hey there, hero!First, here's the link to the insanely over-engineered backup system, I use and teach to my Pros:https://voheroes.com/backupNow...once you've reviewed that, and maybe even decide to implement it so you can sleep easier at night, let's see how "backing up for easy recovery, not just disaster" matters when it comes to staying focused on the things we've decided are most important at any point in time.In today's world, focus becomes more and more

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