VOX Talk

The movie industry has had a bit of a chaotic month. First, DreamWorks announced it was closing the animation studio that gave birth to Shrek. Then Oscar controversy erupted after one of the top films of 2014 was shut out of the race for the top prize in animation. In tech talk, we'll dig deeper into a topic that's been raging on social media since...well, since before social media was invented: Can voice-based technologies like Siri ever replace real-live, human voice actors? Vox Box wants to know if you've ever used Goodreads to pump up your voice acting career. Because if you aren't, you should. Finally, for those of you braving winter in the northern hemisphere, we'll discuss 3 simple ways to protect your voice. It's easier than you might think. Tweet us using the hashtag #voxtalk Be sure to comment here on the blog (or via the Vox Talk Facebook page) and stay subscribed. Download Podcast Episode 80 »

The movie industry has had a bit of a chaotic month. First, DreamWorks announced it was closing the animation studio that gave birth to Shrek. Then Oscar controversy erupted after one of the top films of 2014 was shut out of the race for the top prize in animation. In tech talk, we'll dig deeper into a topic that's been raging on social media since...well, since before social media was invented: Can voice-based technologies like Siri ever replace real-live, human voice actors? Vox Box wants to know if you've ever used Goodreads to pump up your voice acting career. Because if you aren't, you should. Finally, for those of you braving winter in the northern hemisphere, we'll discuss 3 simple ways to protect your voice. It's easier than you might think. Tweet us using the hashtag #voxtalk Be sure to comment here on the blog (or via the Vox Talk Facebook page) and stay subscribed. Download Podcast Episode 80 »

This week, we take a closer look at translation, and how it can help you take your business places it's never been before. In tech, we'll talk about Skype Translation. Microsoft's newest wonder-app delivers real-time translation for the rest of us - but is it the final word in translation? Maybe...or maybe not ... And, we'll announce the winner of our Vox Talk contest, who will walk away with a free one-year Premium subscription to Voices.com. Tweet us using the hashtag #voxtalk Be sure to comment here on the blog (or via the Vox Talk Facebook page) and stay subscribed. Download Podcast Episode 79 »

This week, we take a closer look at translation, and how it can help you take your business places it's never been before. In tech, we'll talk about Skype Translation. Microsoft's newest wonder-app delivers real-time translation for the rest of us - but is it the final word in translation? Maybe...or maybe not ... And, we'll announce the winner of our Vox Talk contest, who will walk away with a free one-year Premium subscription to Voices.com. Tweet us using the hashtag #voxtalk Be sure to comment here on the blog (or via the Vox Talk Facebook page) and stay subscribed. Download Podcast Episode 79 »

This week, we're talking about some great CGI movies on the way. We'll take flight with some Angry Birds, and ask whether it's possible to turn a hugely successful video game into a hugely successful movie. We'll also dig into the latest news from Pixar, namely that Toy Story fans WILL get a fourth movie in 2017. Surprised? We were too. In tech, we'll take a closer look at YouTube's big move to faster framerates - and why that matters. And, don't miss your chance for the last big Voices.com giveaway of the year. If you've got a camera handy, you'll want to stay tuned. Tweet us using the hashtag #voxtalk Be sure to comment here on the blog (or via the Vox Talk Facebook page) and stay subscribed. Download Podcast Episode 78 »

This week, we're talking about some great CGI movies on the way. We'll take flight with some Angry Birds, and ask whether it's possible to turn a hugely successful video game into a hugely successful movie. We'll also dig into the latest news from Pixar, namely that Toy Story fans WILL get a fourth movie in 2017. Surprised? We were too. In tech, we'll take a closer look at YouTube's big move to faster framerates - and why that matters. And, don't miss your chance for the last big Voices.com giveaway of the year. If you've got a camera handy, you'll want to stay tuned. Tweet us using the hashtag #voxtalk Be sure to comment here on the blog (or via the Vox Talk Facebook page) and stay subscribed. Download Podcast Episode 78 »

This week, we're talking about YouTube and how pretty soon you might be able to pay for privilege of skipping those ads, getting started as a professional voice actor, and what Vox Talk listeners think about celebrity voice acting in video games. Later in Tech talk, it's all about Big Hero 6 and Disney's use of some amazing technology to create one of the most immersive 3-D animation experiences to date. Tweet us using the hashtag #voxtalk Be sure to comment here on the blog (or via the Vox Talk Facebook page) and stay subscribed. Download Podcast Episode 77 »

Harry Shearer, Simpsons voice actor and Artist-In-Residence at Loyola University, Fred Savage, best known for his work on "The Wonder Years" becomes the voice of Honda, commercial advertising gets a social media twist, Jimmy Fallon and Justin Timberlake make Apple's new iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus sound even cooler than they are, and SpeechMasterPro helps people speak even better. All this (and more!) happened this week the 76th episode of Vox Talk. Tweet us using the hashtag #voxtalk Be sure to comment here on the blog (or via the Vox Talk Facebook page) and stay subscribed. Download Podcast Episode 76 »

Harry Shearer, Simpsons voice actor and Artist-In-Residence at Loyola University, Fred Savage, best known for his work on "The Wonder Years" becomes the voice of Honda, commercial advertising gets a social media twist, Jimmy Fallon and Justin Timberlake make Apple's new iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus sound even cooler than they are, and SpeechMasterPro helps people speak even better. All this (and more!) happened this week the 76th episode of Vox Talk. Tweet us using the hashtag #voxtalk Be sure to comment here on the blog (or via the Vox Talk Facebook page) and stay subscribed. Download Podcast Episode 76 »

Hi there, welcome to the show! This week, Carmi and Stephanie discuss the Midwest Voice Over Conference, Finding your voice, The Toronto Maple Leafs, DreamForce, and an interesting way to silence someone else's voice. Carmi interviews David Ciccarelli, CEO and co-founder of Voices.com on how the company uses Salesforce and explores Salesforce's newest offering "Wave" as announced at DreamForce. Tweet us using the hashtag #voxtalk Be sure to comment here on the blog (or via the Vox Talk Facebook page) and stay subscribed. Download Podcast Episode 75 »

Hi there, welcome to the show! This week, Carmi and Stephanie discuss some interesting news about Adam Sandler and Netflix, the NBA and the Walt Disney Company, Voice Arts Awards Nominees revealed, Transformers' Optimus Prime and Peter Cullen, Toy Story's Sheriff Woody and Tom Hanks, Ello and keeping your voice in peak form no matter the conditions. Join us for the ride! Tweet us using the hashtag #voxtalk Be sure to comment here on the blog (or via the Vox Talk Facebook page) and stay subscribed. Download Podcast Episode 74 »

This week you'll hear about Rovio's upcoming Angry Birds movie starring celebrity voice talent, Softbank potentially buying DreamWorks Animation and regional accents. Stephanie and Carmi discuss a new app called Talk for those who have lost their voices, what's involved with insuring your voice and Dame Judi Dench. In the Vox Box, we're airing listener feedback from Fred Brack in response to Ken Burns' The Roosevelts documentary and inviting you to tweet us, yes tweet us, using the hashtag #voxtalk. Happy listening. Be sure to comment here on the blog (or via the Vox Talk Facebook page) and stay subscribed. Download Podcast Episode 73 »

This week you'll hear about the newest version of Major League Baseball's Perfect Inning app, movie trailers with and without voices, and the new Ken Burns documentary. In the Biz, Stephanie and Carmi discuss the continuing and strengthening trend from the automotive sector to use primarily male voice talent for voicing television commercials. In tech talk, the team takes a closer look at vocal surgery and if it is truly necessary. Happy listening. Be sure to comment here on the blog (or via the Vox Talk Facebook page) and stay subscribed. Download Podcast Episode 72 »

Hi there! Welcome to the show! This week we'll be talking about Clear Channel's recent rebranding, Pixar's The Good Dinosaur, and Darrell Hammond's return to Saturday Night Live in the announcer's seat. In the Biz, Carmi Levy joins me to further discuss Apple's new opportunity for app previews and in Tech Talk, we're talking Minecraft! In the VOX Box, it's your turn! I'll tell you more about that later. And just when you thought things couldn't get any better, it's Friday! Happy listening. Be sure to comment here on the blog (or via the VOX Talk Facebook page) and stay subscribed. Download Podcast Episode 71 »

Hi there! Welcome to the show. This week we'll be talking about the newly announced Apple Watch, reflect on the legacy of Don Pardo, and hear about a recent panel held in Los Angeles with Emmy nominees in the category of best animation voiceover performance. In the Biz, Carmi Levy joins us to discuss Sir Jony Ive's narration style for Apple product videos. In VOX Box, I'm inviting you to share which social networks are working best for you and how you choose the ones you participate on. And just when you thought things couldn't get any better, it's Friday! Happy listening. Be sure to comment here on the blog (or via the VOX Talk Facebook page) and stay subscribed. Download Podcast Episode 70 »