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Artwork for The VO Meter...Measuring Your Voice Over Progress

The VO Meter...Measuring Your Voice Over Progress

The VO Meter
Voiceover
Voice Acting
AI In Voiceover
Voiceover Industry
Voice Over
Audiobook Narration
Audiobooks
Voice Over Training
E-Learning
True Crime
Non-Fiction
Scams
Tennessee Voice Over Studios
Artificial Intelligence
Voice Over Industry
Emotional Intelligence
Political Advertising
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Helping you navigate the world of voiceover

PublishesMonthlyEpisodes332Founded10 years ago
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Artwork for The VO Meter...Measuring Your Voice Over Progress

Latest Episodes

We speak with former TV News Anchor and voice over artist, Kasey Hott! Plus NON-VO Questionable Gear Purchases!

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We speak with Samantha Philyaw and Rob Harrower of Iridescent Acorn Productions. They'll tell us what Audio Cinema is, and how producing their own content has helped propel their voice over careers. Plus NON-VO Questionable Gear Purchases!

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WASSUP! We talk to Paul Williams who was in one of the most iconic commercials of all time. He also happens to be a trained actor and we'll discuss on camera vs. voice over and how all those crazy self-tapes work!

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We talk with 30 year veteran Radio Personality, Derrick, DSMOOVE Praylow.

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Recent Guests

Kasey Hott
Former TV news anchor turned voice actor
Episode: Episode 130, Kasey Hott
Sam Philyaw
Voice actor, producer, scriptwriter, casting and voice director at Iridescent Acorn Productions
Iridescent Acorn Productions
Episode: Episode 129, Samantha Philyaw and Rob Harrower
Rob Harrower
Executive producer and sound design lead at Iridescent Acorn Productions; audio engineer
Iridescent Acorn Productions
Episode: Episode 129, Samantha Philyaw and Rob Harrower
Paul Williams
Actor known for the Budweiser Was Up campaign; performer, voice actor, and narrator
Actor
Episode: Episode 128, Paul Williams
Derrick Praylow
DJ DSMOOVE, radio personality in the DC area
HOT 99.5 / iHeartRadio (DC market)
Episode: Episode 127, Derrick Praylow
Marie Westbrook
Voice actor, coach, and guest on episode 126
Voice acting industry
Episode: Episode 126, Marie Westbrook
Jack Daniel
Voice actor with extensive promo, TV, and film VO credits
Atlas Talent; represented by Atlas Talent, John Wasser (New York) and others
Episode: Episode 125, Jack Daniel
Becky Stinemetze
A working voice actor and marketing professional. Experienced voiceover talent with a passion for creativity.
Episode: Episode 122, Becky Stinemetze
Thom Downs
New voice over talent transitioning from a firefighting career.
Episode: Episode 121, Thom Downs

Hosts

Paul Stefano
Host of The VO Meter; long-running VO professional with emphasis on career development, coaching, and gear insights.
Sean Daly
Co-host and interviewer; focuses on guest conversations, industry trends, and practical VO guidance.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • Great interview!

    Paul and Sean are great hosts and definitely attract great talent! The Ken and Tara interview was lots of fun to listen to. - Johnny G

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hepcat09
    United States6 years ago

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The Ken and Tara interview was lots of fun to listen to.
Great interview! Hosts are great and attract great talent.

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Episode 130, Kasey Hott
Q: Tell us about your transition from news anchor to VO.
Kasey describes how COVID lockdowns pushed her to explore VO, the crucial nudge from a colleague, and the initial hurdles of dropping the polished news voice for a more conversational style that resonates in ads and narration.
Episode 129, Samantha Philyaw and Rob Harrower
Q: Why invest in demos and how do they manage the cost and process?
Sam details doing multiple targeted demos with JMC, investing in several sessions, and balancing cost with long-term career gains, while Rob discusses the quick turnaround and the evolution of demos over time.
Episode 129, Samantha Philyaw and Rob Harrower
Q: What is the concept of audio cinema and how does it differ from traditional audio drama?
They define audio cinema as film-like storytelling for the mind, using immersive sound design and cinematic scope, rather than traditional radio-play style narration; they discuss binaural decoders and full-soundstage production.
Episode 129, Samantha Philyaw and Rob Harrower
Q: How did Sam and Rob get started in voice acting and production?
Sam explains starting around 2016 with self-driven learning and later coaching; Rob shares a stage-to-voice acting trajectory and moving into audio drama and production; both emphasize self-education and branching into their production company.
Episode 128, Paul Williams
Q: How did your early education and mentors shape your acting and VO career?
He describes Performing Arts High School, Temple University, and early stage work as foundational, emphasizing discipline, scene analysis, and collaboration as core skills that carried into VO and later into corporate storytelling.

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This show centers on voiceover career development, production, and the evolving media landscape. Across episodes, listeners hear veteran VO artists, producers, and engineers share practical lessons on building a sustainable, multi-faceted career—from demos, coaching, and studio setup to the impact of AI on auditioning and performance. A standout throughline is the balance between artistry and entrepreneurship: refining reads, investing in skills, collaborating with coaches and casting directors, and navigating gear choices and home studio upgrades. Notable episodes also explore the emergence of audio cinema and how creators differentiate their voice work in a crowded market, often with behind-the-scenes anecdotes from high-profile campaigns... more

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1. Kasey Hott
2. Sam Philyaw
3. Rob Harrower
4. Paul Williams
5. Derrick Praylow
6. Marie Westbrook
7. Jack Daniel
8. Becky Stinemetze

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