Atlanta Voiceover Studio

If you've ever wondered why some days your voice feels effortless and other days it feels like you're fighting your way through every audition, today's guest might have some answers. Andrew Pilcher is a performing arts and vocal physical therapist with more than 20 years of experience working with singers, actors, dancers, and touring performers across Broadway, the West End, television, film, and live entertainment. He specializes in helping performers understand the physical side of their craft—from vocal tension and fatigue to movement, recovery, and career longevity. Andrew has collaborated with leading voice professionals around the world, and today he's joining us to help voice actors better understand the connection between what happens in the body and what comes out of the microphone. Andrew's Website Follow Andrew on Instagram Subscribe to the Atlanta Voiceover Studio podcast for interviews with top voice actors, casting professionals, agents, and industry experts helping you build a successful voice over career. Atlanta VO Studio Upcoming Training Acting for Animation and Video Games with Arianna Ratner Secrets to Sounding Like You - Learn how to bring your authentic voice to reads with Steve Henderson September 2nd Adobe Audition Class with Larry Hudson - Sept 14th Audiobook Branding Workshop with Penguin Random House Casting Dir & The Articulate Coach Julie Wilson - Sept 22nd Craft of Storytelling with John Morris (Andy from Toy Story) - September 23rd The Business Behind Voiceover Workshop with Saundi Harrison-Cooksey - September 26th Intro to Voiceover for Kids Workshop - Sept 27 VO Audition Overhaul Workshop - Examine your VO audition process from start to finish to see what works & what needs work! Led by Rick Wasserman. Looking for a VO MENTOR? Check out our Mentorship Membership https://www.provoiceovertraining.com/300-membership CLICK HERE for 15% off a Voice123 Membership ($495 tier and up) - https://bit.ly/3uPpO8i Terms & Conditions - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CcYMkdLxWfbmwbvu-mwaurLNtWYVpIBgkJpOQTYLDwc/edit?usp=sharing *LET’S CONNECT! * facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com **Sign up for FREE weekly VO tips: https://bit.ly/AVSemail

If you've ever found yourself questioning whether your work matters, comparing yourself to everyone online, or wondering how to keep creating when the industry feels more crowded than ever, today's guest is for you. Lara Bianca Pilcher is an author, performer, creativity coach, and longtime advocate for artists. Her new book, Audacious Artistry, is a guide for creatives who want to reconnect with their artistic identity, build resilience, and create with courage in a saturated world. Drawing on decades of experience in the performing arts and her work coaching creatives, Lara offers practical wisdom for artists who want longevity, purpose, and a healthier relationship with their craft. Get the book Audacious Artistry HERE Lara's Healthy, Wealthy and Wise Artist Podcast Subscribe to the Atlanta Voiceover Studio podcast for interviews with top voice actors, casting professionals, agents, and industry experts helping you build a successful voice over career. Atlanta VO Studio Upcoming Training Beginner Voice Over Intensive Starting August 31st Acting for Animation and Video Games with Arianna Ratner CLASS August 11th Audiobook Foundations Class August 19th Secrets to Sounding Like You - Learn how to bring your authentic voice to reads with Steve Henderson September 2nd Adobe Audition Class with Larry Hudson - Sept 14th Audiobook Branding Workshop with Penguin Random House Casting Dir & The Articulate Coach Julie Wilson - Sept 22nd Craft of Storytelling with John Morris (Andy from Toy Story) - September 23rd The Business Behind Voiceover Workshop with Saundi Harrison-Cooksey - September 26th Looking for a VO MENTOR? Check out our Mentorship Membership https://www.provoiceovertraining.com/300-membership CLICK HERE for 15% off a Voice123 Membership ($495 tier and up) - https://bit.ly/3uPpO8i Terms & Conditions - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CcYMkdLxWfbmwbvu-mwaurLNtWYVpIBgkJpOQTYLDwc/edit?usp=sharing *LET’S CONNECT! * facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com **Sign up for FREE weekly VO tips: https://bit.ly/AVSemail

On this episode of the Atlanta Voiceover Studio podcast, we’re joined by Saundi Harrison-Cooksey — a professional voice actor whose career blends creative talent with serious business expertise. Before becoming a full-time VO talent, Saundi worked in media, tech, and project management, leading major digital initiatives for brands like CNN, Turner, and Sports Illustrated. Today, her voice has been trusted by companies including Google, Amazon, Pandora, and YouTube. In this conversation, Saundi shares practical insights from both her corporate background and years behind the mic, offering valuable advice for voice actors looking to think beyond performance and build a thriving career. 🎙️ Subscribe to the Atlanta Voiceover Studio podcast for interviews with top voice actors, casting professionals, agents, and industry experts helping you build a successful voice over career. [Saundi's Website](voiceofsaundi.com) FREE Business Flow Kit Saundi's Business Behind Voiceover Workshop September 26th Atlanta VO Studio Upcoming Training Animation Acting for VO with John Morris Only $50! Acting for Animation and Video Games with Arianna Ratner CLASS August 4th Intro to VO Workshop July 11th Audiobook Foundations Class August 19th Looking for a VO MENTOR? Check out our Mentorship Membership https://www.provoiceovertraining.com/300-membership CLICK HERE for 15% off a Voice123 Membership ($495 tier and up) - https://bit.ly/3uPpO8i Terms & Conditions - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CcYMkdLxWfbmwbvu-mwaurLNtWYVpIBgkJpOQTYLDwc/edit?usp=sharing *LET’S CONNECT! * facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com **Sign up for FREE weekly VO tips: https://bit.ly/AVSemail

What does it take to book a role in one of the biggest animated franchises of all time? In this episode of the Atlanta Voiceover Studio podcast, veteran voice actor John Morris shares the incredible story of how he landed the role of “Andy” in the legendary Toy Story franchise — and the surprising audition choice that changed his career forever. John has been working professionally in voice over since the age of 7 and is also known for voicing “Santa Boy” in The Nightmare Before Christmas, “Pepper Roni” in Lego Island, and “Young Eugene” in Adventures in Odyssey. He’s also appeared in countless commercials, animation projects, and audio dramas, with upcoming roles in Extinguished Worlds and other new productions from Adventurous Ideas. In this episode, we dive into: How John’s unconventional Toy Story audition helped him book Andy The difference between training and actually doing the work in voice acting What it was really like working with Pixar during the making of Toy Story Why animation acting skills matter more now than ever in today’s voice over industry Advice for aspiring voice actors trying to break into animation and character work How the voice over industry has changed since John started as a child actor Whether you’re an aspiring voice actor, animation fan, or just curious about behind-the-scenes stories from Toy Story, this episode is packed with insight, nostalgia, and practical advice from a lifelong working actor. 🎙️ Subscribe to the Atlanta Voiceover Studio podcast for interviews with top voice actors, casting professionals, agents, and industry experts helping you build a successful voice over career. **Follow John HERE Atlanta VO Studio Upcoming Training Animation Acting for VO with John Morris Only $50! Animation and Video Games with an EAR TOWARD DIALECTS with Arianna Ratner and Tom Antonellis June 2nd Acting for Animation and Video Games with Arianna Ratner CLASS August 4th 10 Year Anniversary Celebration/Off Mic Night Looking for a VO MENTOR? Check out our Mentorship Membership https://www.provoiceovertraining.com/300-membership CLICK HERE for 15% off a Voice123 Membership ($495 tier and up) - https://bit.ly/3uPpO8i Terms & Conditions - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CcYMkdLxWfbmwbvu-mwaurLNtWYVpIBgkJpOQTYLDwc/edit?usp=sharing *LET’S CONNECT! * facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com **Sign up for FREE weekly VO tips: https://bit.ly/AVSemail

Sébastien Croteau is an internationally recognized voice actor, director, and casting director specializing in creature vocalization, extreme voices, and vocal stunt performance. With over 400 characters across more than 40 films and video games, his credits include Baldur’s Gate 3, Dead by Daylight, Hellblade 2, and Star Wars Outlaws. He’s also the founder of The Monster Factory and a globally sought-after coach, helping actors master performance-based voice acting—from creatures and combat to full-body vocal performance. *In this episode, we talk about: * How he went from METAL singer to MONSTERS How to do Attack and Effort Sounds What makes a great Monster voice/character Mistake most voice actors make with creature sounds Mic Technique for creature sounds Learn more about Sebastien and Monster Factory HERE Atlanta VO Studio Upcoming Training Secrets to Sounding Like You with Steve Henderson Animation vs Video Games with an Ear Toward Dialects Workshop with Arianna Ratner and Tom Antonellis Beginner Voiceover Intensive 10 Year Anniversary Celebration/Off Mic Night Looking for a VO MENTOR? Check out our Mentorship Membership https://www.provoiceovertraining.com/300-membership CLICK HERE for 15% off a Voice123 Membership ($495 tier and up) - https://bit.ly/3uPpO8i Terms & Conditions - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CcYMkdLxWfbmwbvu-mwaurLNtWYVpIBgkJpOQTYLDwc/edit?usp=sharing *LET’S CONNECT! * facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com **Sign up for FREE weekly VO tips: https://bit.ly/AVSemail