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Everyday VOpreneur® with Marc Scott

You‘re a Voice Actor. You‘re an Entrepreneur. You‘re a VOpreneur®! The Everyday VOpreneur® Podcast is your Guide Through the Business of Voice Over. Each new episode presents actionable, practical advice designed to help you grow your voice over business through more confident and effective marketing and business tips from the pros in their respective fields. Having great skill in the recording booth isn‘t enough anymore. You also need to think and operate like a business owner. Among the tasks

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60:21

Anxiety Makes Me Productive: John Lano on Marketing,...

Everyday VOpreneur® with Marc Scott ·

2026/02/19

Imposter syndrome. Anxiety. Marketing pressure. SEO. GEO. AI.What if the thing you’ve been fighting… is actually your advantage? In this episode, John Lano joins Marc Scott to unpack the mindset and marketing shifts voice actors must make right now. From embracing anxiety as fuel, to rethinking how your voice over website speaks to buyers, this conversation dives deep into SEO, generative engine optimization (GEO), LinkedIn strategy, and the real purpose of your website. If your website is just

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24:37

Direct Marketing Isn't Dead; But Your Approach Might...

Everyday VOpreneur® with Marc Scott ·

2026/02/12

Direct marketing isn’t dead. But if your outreach feels ignored, it might not be the strategy, it might be the way you’re using it.In this short solo episode, Marc Scott breaks down why direct marketing still works for voice actors, what’s actually failing right now, and how personalization, follow-up, and relationship building make the difference. If you’ve ever thought “this doesn’t work anymore,” this episode will challenge that belief. You’ll learn how to rethink new leads, follow-up, and

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63:45

You’re Not Auditioning For Just One Role with Casting...

Everyday VOpreneur® with Marc Scott ·

2026/02/05

Casting director Andy Roth has cast more than 1,000 commercials, along with countless roles in TV, animation, and streaming series. In this episode, Andy pulls back the curtain on how casting really works and why every audition you submit is bigger than the job in front of you.Andy explains how casting directors “bank” auditions, why relationships matter more than perfection, and how one strong read can lead to dozens of future opportunities. We also dig into mindset, audition anxiety, social

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65:15

The 15-Year “Overnight Success” Truth No Voice Actor...

Everyday VOpreneur® with Marc Scott ·

2026/01/29

If you’ve ever wondered why your “year 2” doesn’t look like someone else’s “year 15,” this episode is for you.Rider (TV narration, promo, and one of the most compelling keynote speakers you’ll hear at a conference) breaks down the truth behind “overnight success” in voice over, what actually compounds over time, and why talent is only a small part of the equation. We get into the mindset and attitude side of the game most people ignore, how to stay hungry without burning out, and why you need a

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67:21

How Tim Heller Built Two Voice Over Businesses With...

Everyday VOpreneur® with Marc Scott ·

2026/01/22

What happens when a musical theater brain, ADHD, and relentless creativity collide with voice over entrepreneurship? In this episode, I sit down with Tim Heller, a wildly creative VO talent and the founder behind Tim Heller Creative and Audiobook Bonanza. We talk about what it really looks like to build two businesses at once, why hiring help can expose the gaps in your systems (in the best way), and how to stay productive when your brain wants to sprint in 12 directions. We also get into Tim’s

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73:25

A Career That Lasts: Joe Cipriano on Longevity, Legacy

Everyday VOpreneur® with Marc Scott ·

2026/01/15

What does it take to build a voice over career that truly lasts?In this episode, I sit down with Joe Cipriano for a rare and deeply honest conversation about longevity, legacy, and life beyond the booth. This isn’t a greatest-hits interview or a walk through credits you already know. It’s a real discussion about staying relevant, surviving career valleys, and building a life alongside a long-term creative career. Joe shares stories about falling off the mountain and climbing back up, why mindset

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51:41

Audio Description: A Niche Many VO's Haven't...

Everyday VOpreneur® with Marc Scott ·

2025/11/27

Inside the World of Described Video: A Voice Actor’s Niche You’ve Never Considered with Cynthia DePandoMost voice actors focus on commercial, corporate, or video game work — but what about the niches almost nobody is talking about? Today’s episode takes you deep inside one of the most overlooked, underserved, and surprisingly meaningful genres in voice over: described video (also known as audio description). Joining Marc is award-winning voice actor Cynthia De Pando, who has carved out a successful

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23:43

Who's Pushing You: Why Voice Actors Need People Who...

Everyday VOpreneur® with Marc Scott ·

2025/11/20

Voice over can be a lonely business. We spend our days in booths, often on our own, only seeing the outside world through social media notifications and email threads. But success rarely happens in isolation. It happens when we’re pushed, directly or indirectly, by the people around us. In this episode, Marc shares the honest story behind a question that’s been fueling his own business lately: Who’s pushing you? From watching Mike Pongracz and Matt Fogarty dominate the commercial breaks during the

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55:32

Mobile Studio Hacks: Recording VO from the Road with...

Everyday VOpreneur® with Marc Scott ·

2025/11/13

Whether you’re prepping for holiday bookings or staying mobile between gigs, travel-recording as a voice actor doesn’t have to be messy.In this episode, Marc Scott sits down with Jay Preston to uncover how he and his wife log months on the road, set up portable “pillow-fort” booths, and still deliver broadcast-quality voice work from hotels, cars, Airbnbs, and highways. Learn how to: Build a mobile VO booth using blankets, frames & sound blankets Use tools like Source Connect 4 and reliable

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70:57

Should Voice Actors Give Voices.com Another Chance...

Everyday VOpreneur® with Marc Scott ·

2025/11/06

For years, Voices.com has been one of the most polarizing platforms in the voice over industry. Some voice actors swear by it. Others swear at it.In this episode of Everyday VOpreneur, Marc Scott sits down with voice actor, coach, and Top Talent on Voices.com, Gina Scarpa, for an honest, no-holds-barred conversation about what the platform is really like in 2025. They dig into the controversial history, talk transparently about commissions and “managed services,” and explore what’s changed—plus

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66:35

How Monsters Get Their Voices: Inside the World of...

Everyday VOpreneur® with Marc Scott ·

2025/10/30

Most voice actors dream about performing in a video game — but few imagine themselves as the monster.In this episode, Marc Scott sits down with Sébastien Croteau, founder of The Monster Factory, who’s brought to life hundreds of creatures across franchises like Guardians of the Galaxy, Star Wars, and Genshin Impact. Sébastien explains the art of vocal stunt performance, how to train for vocal distortion safely, and the anatomy behind creating believable screams, roars, and grunts that won’t destroy

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24:29

Finish the Year Strong: 4 Marketing Pillars for Voice...

Everyday VOpreneur® with Marc Scott ·

2025/10/16

It’s go-time in the fourth quarter! In this episode, Marc Scott breaks down the four key areas voice actors need to focus on to finish the year strong and build momentum for January.You’ll learn how to: Expand your pipeline through consistent outreach Turn prospects into clients with effective follow-up Stay visible and top of mind using social media Use reflection to measure what’s working and what’s not If you’ve struggled to keep your marketing consistent or you’re ready to make the

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58:15

Why Your Audition Isn't Booking; Insights from...

Everyday VOpreneur® with Marc Scott ·

2025/10/09

If you’ve been sending in auditions and hearing nothing but crickets, this episode is for you.Veteran casting director Mary Lynn Wissner joins Marc Scott to break down what casting pros are really listening for—and what causes them to hit delete in the first five seconds. Mary Lynn has spent more than three decades casting voice over talent for top brands like Disney, DreamWorks, Hallmark Channel, HGTV, and History Channel. In this conversation, she shares audition red flags, commercial trends, and

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67:42

From First Audition to 150+ Game Credits: The Truth...

Everyday VOpreneur® with Marc Scott ·

2025/10/02

How do you go from your very first voice over audition to booking more than 150 game credits AND get multiple award nominations and award wins?In this episode of the Everyday VOpreneur Podcast, Ian Russell pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to succeed in video game VO. Together, Marc and Ian dig into: Why indie games can lead to big career breakthroughs How awards and nominations create credibility with developers The mindset and daily hustle that sustain long-term success The

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30:01

Want More Reach on LinkedIn? Do This Instead with...

Everyday VOpreneur® with Marc Scott ·

2025/09/25

Are you posting on LinkedIn and feeling like no one sees it? You’re not alone. But a new study from Buffer reveals clear data on what actually works — and how often you really need to post to get results.In this solo episode, I break down the numbers and show you: Why once-a-week posting just doesn’t cut it What happens when you post 2–5x per week Why carousels outperform everything How to beat the LinkedIn algorithm and actually get seen What types of content work best for voice

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61:54

Cash in on Your VO Credits: Comic-Con Tips from Andy...

Everyday VOpreneur® with Marc Scott ·

2025/09/18

Could Comic-Cons open up a thriving secondary income stream for your voice over business?In this episode, I’m joined by Andy Field - a breakout voice in the Five Nights at Freddy’s franchise - who shares the behind-the-scenes of how he’s turned fan culture into a full-blown revenue stream. From autograph pricing strategies to Alibaba-sourced merch (yes, really), Andy pulls back the curtain on the business of cons, how he books appearances, engages with fans, and keeps it all aligned with his

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61:20

How to Stand Out and Stop Playing it Safe in Your VO...

Everyday VOpreneur® with Marc Scott ·

2025/09/11

Ever feel like you’re sending auditions into a black hole?In this episode, veteran casting director Kelly Moscinski pulls back the curtain on what really happens behind the scenes... and what actually makes voice actors stand out. With nearly 20 years of experience casting for major brands, Kelly shares the insights most actors never get to hear. We talk about: Why playing it safe is a fast track to the “No” pile What casting directors really listen for in the first 3–5 seconds The surprising

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53:07

Cracking the Code on Voice123 How to Be Found and...

Everyday VOpreneur® with Marc Scott ·

2025/09/04

Voice123 can feel like a mystery. Is it auditions… or search?In this episode, Marc Scott talks with Nikki Schwartz (Online Casting Optimizer) about the search side of Voice123—how buyers really find talent, why clips beat compilation demos, and how to keyword/tag your samples so you show up for the work you want. You’ll hear: The two Voice123 algorithms (auditions vs. search) Why variety of samples matters more than sheer volume How to write your “About” section so it actually helps you get

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22:40

Voice Over Marketing Reset | 30 Day Challenge to...

Everyday VOpreneur® with Marc Scott ·

2025/08/28

My voice over business took a hit in 2025. Between trade concerns, a slowing economy, and summer chaos, I found myself feeling frustrated and stuck.So I did the only thing that made sense… I hit the reset button. I’m launching a 30-Day Marketing Challenge — not just for you, but for me. Because I need this too. I need momentum. I need consistency. I need to reconnect with what I can control. In this episode, I share: • Why my business slowed down (and what I’m doing about it) • The #1 strategy that

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29:30

Voice Over Business Strategy: How to Focus When...

Everyday VOpreneur® with Marc Scott ·

2025/08/21

In this episode of the Everyday VOpreneur Podcast, voice actor Robert Starling asks a crucial voiceover business strategy question: How do you prioritize when everything feels urgent?Marc Scott shares real-world advice on time blocking, focusing on what moves the needle, and identifying high-ROI tasks like direct marketing and strategic social media. Whether you’re juggling auditions, fixing your website, or battling perfectionism, this conversation delivers clarity. Learn how to reduce overwhelm,

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