Welcome to the DMF! I'm Justin Younts, and today I had the pleasure of speaking with Kris Keppeler, an audiobook narrator, voice actress, and writer. Kris shared her fascinating journey from growing up in the snowy Midwest to exploring the arts and finding her passion in acting and voiceover work. She opened up about her experiences moving from Ohio to Michigan and then to Washington State, where she discovered a love for the arts that would shape her career. Kris's story is one of resilience and determination, as she faced discouragement in her singing journey but persevered to find her voice. We discussed her transition from stage acting to film and voiceover, and how her background in opera has influenced her work. Kris also shared insights into her creative process, her love for storytelling, and her passion for helping others through her podcast and YouTube channel. If you're curious about the world of voice acting or looking for inspiration to pursue your dreams, this episode is for you! Tune in to hear Kris's incredible story and learn how you can transform your life through the arts.

00:00:00 - Introduction and Greetings

00:00:21 - Early Life and Moving Experiences

00:03:45 - Interest in Arts and Initial Challenges

00:05:28 - Journey into Acting and Training

00:10:00 - Experience with Improv and Challenges

00:12:57 - Education and Career Shift

00:14:21 - Overcoming Fear of Public Speaking and Love for Acting

00:16:22 - Transition into Film Acting

00:17:00 - Challenges of Transitioning from Stage to Film

00:20:16 - Transition into Voice Acting

00:20:57 - Challenges and Techniques in Voice Acting

00:22:33 - Role Preparation and Character Building

00:27:08 - Incorporating Singing Skills into Voice Acting

00:27:33 - Experience with Opera

00:29:40 - Transition into Chris Keppler's Company and Narration

00:31:35 - Transition into Audiobooks

00:31:46 - Creating a Home Studio

00:32:29 - Working with Voice Fatigue and Studio Preferences

00:34:18 - Creation and Evolution of Podcast

00:37:05 - Challenges and Learning Experience in Audio Editing

00:40:53 - Exploring Different Genres and Creating Children's Shorts

00:44:14 - Exploring the Potential of AI in Content Creation

00:46:50 - YouTube Channel and Future Plans

00:47:57 - Venturing into Writing a Book

00:48:28 - Writing Process and Memoir Creation

00:49:31 - Affection for Animals and Childhood Experiences

00:50:52 - Future Plans and Monetization

00:53:32 - Daily Routines and Meditation

00:59:09 - Reading, Listening and Watching Preferences

01:03:41 - Contact Information and Conclusion

Here is her website:

https://www.kriskeppeler.com/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaf34F6oBy2VEGbLYXHlot2sPgvaGIaIf8qAKbqbVtqHzK1-eIMwAwDRng0KEw_aem_ITCHIEhwWKr_memIv26Zbw

https://www.instagram.com/kriskeppeler

Check out her YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBpQqs-cpq3z7FLcVTrf0Tw