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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
Political Advertising
Automotive Advertising
Live Announce
Recording Technology
Emotional Intelligence

Helping you navigate the world of voiceover

PublishesMonthlyEpisodes331Founded10 years ago
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Artwork for The VO Meter...Measuring Your Voice Over Progress

Latest Episodes

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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We talk with Voice and on Camera Actor Marie Westbrook. What's it like to make the jump from on camera and how do you manage family life with a thriving VO career? AND is it possible to have an episode with NO Questionable Gear Purchases?

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Recent Guests

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
Jim Edgar
Full-time working voice actor and tech consultant
Episode: Episode 120, Jim Edgar

Hosts

Paul Stefano
Co-host and long-running host known for steering technical discussions and guest interviews.
Sean Daly
Co-host known for guiding conversations, industry updates, and guest coordination.
Sean Day
Co-host with emphasis on VO education and industry experience.

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
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    Hepcat09
    United States6 years ago

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Positive sentiment around the collaboration and guest experiences.
Great hosts who bring in top VO talent and practical insights.
Guests consistently offer actionable tips for auditions, setup, and career strategy.
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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.
Episode 125, Jack Daniel
Q: What advice do you have for differentiating reads across genres like promo and commercials?
Listen to what's working, study on-air reads, and differentiate while staying true to your voice; balance is key between realism and performance depending on the project.

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The show focuses on practical, real-world strategies for advancing in voiceover, from studio setup and audition technique to career sustainability and adapting to industry shifts like AI. Episodes frequently feature experienced VO artists, coaches, and industry insiders who share origin stories, training paths, gear tips, and actionable advice for creating meaningful, long-term careers. Notable strengths include a strong emphasis on mentorship, studio craft, and navigating changing markets, making it helpful for both aspiring and seasoned voice actors seeking grounded guidance and community insights.

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4. VO Pro: The Business of Voice Over and Voice Acting
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this podcast launched 10 years ago and published 331 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

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

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