Tales From the Booth Podcast

In this episode of Tales from the Booth , host Mimi Maynard sits down with acclaimed dubbing director, filmmaker, actor, and industry advocate J oe Fria for a candid conversation about performance, casting, and the art of bringing characters to life. Drawing from his unique journey from stage actor to sought-after director, Joe shares how his experiences in front of the microphone have shaped the...

🎙️ Gregg Berger: The Voice of Legends, Monsters, and Heroes In this episode of Tales from the Booth , host Paulette Lifton welcomes legendary voice actor Gregg Berger—a performer whose unmistakable voice has powered some of the most iconic characters in animation, video games, and television for over four decades. Fans around the world know Gregg as the mighty Grimlock from Transformers, the lovab...

🎙️ Michael Scott: Voices That Play, Fight, and Feel Real In this episode of Tales from the Booth , host Paulette Lifton welcomes Michael Scott —a powerhouse performer, director, and educator whose work spans film, television, animation, and the full spectrum of modern voiceover. Known for his distinctive, award-winning voice, Michael has helped define characters and campaigns for some of the world...

🎙️ Gene Vassilaros: Casting Characters That Breathe, Break, and Belong In this episode of Tales from the Booth , animation casting and voice director Gene Vassilaros joins host Paulette Lifton for a deep dive into the creative heartbeat of animation. From shaping iconic voices that define entire worlds to guiding performances that balance comedy, vulnerability, and truth — Gene's storytelling inst...

🎙️ Andy Roth: The Art of Voice Casting and the Humanity Behind Performance In this episode of Tales from the Booth , renowned casting director and voice coach Andy Roth joins host Mimi Maynard  for an illuminating conversation about the human side of voice acting — where authenticity, empathy, and instinct meet craft and precision. From his early work casting some of animation and gaming's most me...

🎙️ Jonathan Reiner: The Heart Behind the Hustle and Being a Talent Manager. In this episode of  Tales from the Booth , Emmy-winning showrunner and talent manager Jonathan Reiner joins host Paulette Lifton for an intimate conversation about passion, perseverance, and the business of show. From his early days as an entertainment journalist to producing for major networks and founding The PaRé Way (l...

🎙️Tales from the Booth Podcast:  Sebastian Zancanaro Localization Producer and Dubbing Casting Director   Sebastian's impressive resume includes: 🎥 Director, Producer, Writer, Actor, and Casting Director 🎭 Specialist in Creative Dubbing & Localization 🏆 Society of Voice Arts & Sciences nominee for Casting in Motion Picture Animation 🏅 Winner of Outstanding Dubbing in an Animated Motion Picture...

🎙️  Tales from the Booth Podcast: Jeff Howell Master Commercial VO & Dubbing Pro. With over 30 years in the voiceover industry, Jeff Howell has worn every hat—agent, casting director, producer, dubbing director, and coach—shaping some of the most recognizable voices in media. His credits span Emmy-winning animation, award-winning promos, major ad campaigns, and audiobook collaborations with icons...

🎙️ Tales from the Booth Podcast - Rudy Gaskins & Joan of the SOVAS Awards and the Power Behind the Mic In this special episode, we step into the legendary world of Rudy Gaskins and Joan Baker—Co-Founders of That's Voiceover!™ Career Expo and the prestigious SOVAS Voice Arts® Awards . From humble beginnings to global recognition, Rudy and Joan share their extraordinary journey building the premier...

🎙️ Tales from the Booth Podcast: From Solid Snake to X-Men – The Incredible Story of David Hayter This episode explores the incredible journey of David Hayter—from voicing the iconic Solid Snake in the Metal Gear Solid franchise to writing blockbuster screenplays like X-Men and X2: X-Men United . We dive into his creative process, transitioning into screenwriting, and navigating career challenges....

🎙️ Tales from the Booth with  Micaela Hicks Voice Over Agent —whose career has taken her from Osbrink to top-tier agencies like Solid Talent, Atlas Talent, and VOX. Hosted by Eric Talent, this candid conversation gets into the real deal of what agents are actually looking for in today's voiceover market. Michaela shares invaluable insights on: What makes a talent truly stand out from the crowd How...

Podcast Doppelgänger Alert! 🎙️ What happens when two powerhouse podcast hosts, both up for the same award, finally meet face-to-face? You get a must-hear mashup! After crossing paths at the 2024 SOVAS Awards, Paulette Lifton (Winner of Best Podcast Host) and Kathy Grable (Nominee in the same category) made a pact: win or lose, they'd interview each other. And now, they're making good on that promi...

From Laughter to Legacy: The Voice and Story of Simon Kennedy 🇦🇺🎤 In this powerful episode, Paulette Lifton of Voice Masters sits down with the incomparable Simon Kennedy —an award-winning Australian voice actor, comedian, writer, and presenter whose career spans more than 25 years. Fresh off his wins at the 2024 Voice Arts Awards for Best Voice Actor – Outstanding Body of Work and Outstanding Pr...

The Voice Behind 500+ Worlds: Stéphane Cornicard's Epic VO Journey 🎮🎙️ What does it take to earn the SOVAS 2024 Outstanding Body of Work Award and the title of Best Podcast Host ? In this unforgettable episode, Paulette Lifton of Voice Masters sits down with the remarkable Stéphane Cornicard —a voice actor whose career is as legendary as the characters he brings to life. Starting at just 14, Stép...

"Tech Talk: Going Pro with George The Tech" In this must-hear episode of Tales from the Booth , Emmy-winning sound guru Paulette Lifton of Voice Masters sits down with the legendary George The Tech — the go-to audio engineer and tech consultant for voice actors at every level. With decades of behind-the-scenes experience, George pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to sound professional,...

F.M. De Marco tells his story about becoming an Executive Producer and writer on the hit series Where's Waldo, Dragons and working with Paulette Lifton, Casting director for Spy Kids: Mission Critical. He shares his personal insight on voice casting, voice recording, and fun times in the booth himself. His invaluable info is for actors who want to work in animation voice-over. Make sure to follow...

Richard Dorton aka Mocapman is a video game actor specializing in Motion Capture. He is also a producer, director, and instructor of mocap. Find out what you need as a voice actor to get into this amazing part of voice acting. Make sure to follow the Voice Masters team here: Voice Masters Instagram:  @voice.masters Voice Masters website:  https://voice- masters.com Paulette Lifton Instagram: @paul...

Jesse Courti is an incredible actor, director, and singer best known for playing Courfeyrac in the original Broadway s how Les Misérables and for voicing LeFou in Beauty and the Beast. Jesse leads us on an inspiring journey through his experiences as an actor/singer on stage, on screen, and behind the mic! With great audition tips and feeling confident singing as a character, Jesse shares all the...

Danny Fehsenfeld is an actor, singer-songwriter, public speaker, and writer. He also teaches actors how to sing from a different perspective. If you have any fear of auditioning for Animated series or movies when they require singing, this episode will be an enormous help! Danny has starred in many animated features from content from all over the world. As a singer, Danny's voice can be heard behi...

Candi Milo is a voiceover legend known for her work as kid genius Dexter on DEXTER'S LABORATORY, basketball legend Granny from SPACE JAM (and LOONEY TUNES), Madame Foster from FOSTER'SHOME FOR IMAGINARY FRIENDS, and hundreds more. In this episode, Candi shares not only HER unexpected journey into the VO world, but loads of advice on what YOU can do as you begin and attempt to navigate your own.   ...

Cindy Robinson shares her incredibly honest and insightful experiences as an actor, director, and writer working in the voice over industry. From animation and video games to ADR and looping, Cindy's credits include Amy Rose in SONIC BOOM!, Astrid in SKYRIM, and the Official Voice for the iconic BETTY BOOP. Learn what it takes to break into the industry from the pro herself! Make sure to follow Ci...

From Rocky and Bullwinkle to Bill and Ted to Jimmy Kimmel Live, master impressionist Piotr Michael shares his insights on impressions, starting a career in voice acting, and how you can find your unique characters! Follow Piotr Michael on Twitter and Instagram ! Check out his website here . And the Voice Masters team: Voice Masters Instagram:  @voice.masters Voice Masters website:  https://voice-m...

"If you're still alive, you're still in the game." BTG continues his conversation that will inspire you to dare to create your own content and fully express yourself as an actor.  Follow BTG here !  And the Voice Masters team here: Voice Masters Instagram:  @voice.masters Voice Masters website:  https://voice-masters.com Mimi Maynard Instagram: @maynard.mimi Paulette Lifton Instagram:  @paulette_l...

The highest grossing and most prolific humor writer, adventurer, and creator of Adventure Beast on Netflix, Bradley Trevor Greive (BTG) shares his stories as a paratrooper, living life to the fullest, and the most important things you can do for yourself in Hollywood.  Follow BTG here !  And the Voice Masters team here: Voice Masters Instagram:  @voice.masters Voice Masters website:  https://voice...

Terri Douglas, Pixar and Disney Walla Casting Director, shares her immeasurable wisdom on professionalism, performance, and how you can have the confidence that will get you discovered! Learn how you can get on her list! Follow Terri on her Instagram  and  https:// terridouglasadrvoicecasting. com   And the Voice Masters team here: Voice Masters Instagram:  @voice.masters Voice Masters website:  h...