Chat With Susan Berkley: The Billion Dollar Voiceover Industry

There are BILLIONS of dollars now being made in the multi-niche field of voiceover. This interview I did with veteran voiceover talent and coach Susan Berkley offers you a glimpse into the real possibilities of a successful vocal career where it doesn't matter what you look like, what you're wearing, how old you are or where you live. 
Find Susan, her services and training at GreatVoice.com. Find me at JudyRodman.com. 

Using Toys In Vocal Lessons To Teach Lizard Brain

No matter what your age, toys can be extremely useful in vocal lessons to get past the conscious mind into the instinctive 'lizard brain' that runs the voice on instinct. Links:
If you'd like to watch the video demonstration of the material in this episode, go to https://youtu.be/c_2kKvJJtcA
For a personal lesson with me, contact me at https://www.judyrodman.com/contact.htm. 
For the balloon phonation video I did with fellow coach Mark Thress, go here https://youtu.be/mqc7EC1gBAg
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Tongue Tips for Singing & Speaking

The tongue can get a voice in trouble! Here are some tips to help tame tension and get the tongue and jaw cooperating to free the throat and articulation. 
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Find the video lesson on Jaw Tension here... https://youtu.be/WVuJ5Vm-GE4
If you’d like help with tongue tension, or any other vocal matter, try Power, Path and Performance vocal training, available at www.JudyRodman.com in vocal lessons and on CD courses.
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Act As If and Ye Shall Be In Great Voice - Or Not!

This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is how 'acting as it' can affect your voice. Listen to this episode to learn how 'fake it til you make it' can actually create vocal ability, and how acting on negative mindsets will sabotage your voice.
 
This podcast is available on iTunes, Google Play, TuneIn Radio, Stitcher, Spotify, Android apps. Subscribe so you don’t miss an episode!PLEASE RATE & REVIEW at ratethispodcast.com/atv
 
If you’d like help with __________, or any other vocal matter, try Power, Path and Performance vocal training, available at www.JudyRodman.com in vocal lessons and on CD courses.
 
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
Vanderbilt Voice Center
The Voice Keeps The Score
How To Beat Your Lizard Brain

How to Have Unforgettable Songwriter Rounds

This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is Songwriter Rounds. Listen to this podcast episode for ways to put magic in these special Nashville-origin unplugged shows where songwriters perform their own material 'in the round'.
This podcast is available on iTunes, Google Play, TuneIn Radio, Stitcher, Spotify, Android apps. Subscribe so you don't miss an episode, and ... PLEASE RATE & REVIEW at ratethispodcast.com/atv
If you’d like help with acing your next songwriter round or any other vocal matter, try Power, Path and Performance vocal training, available at www.JudyRodman.com in vocal lessons and on CD courses.
Subjects covered in this episode include:
The definition of a songwriter round
Goals for this kind of show
Hosting tips
Performer tips
3 songwriter fails
Creating special virtual songwriter rounds
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
Canva
Square
Paypal Here
Buy Me A Coffee
Be.Live
Cyberlink Director video editor

Audio Branding - Interview With Jodi Krangle

This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today I interview Jodi Krangle… professional voice actor, podcaster, singer
This podcast is now playing at iTunes , Google Play, TuneIn Radio, Stitcher, Spotify, Android apps. Subscribe and don't miss an episode... and please leave a review at www.RateThisPodcast.com/atv  . REVIEWS ARE MUCH NEEDED and APPRECIATED!
Jodi Krangle's story: She has been a voice actor since 2007 with clients from major global brands in a multitude of industries. But on her road uniquely traveled she has done everything from selling computers before computers were cool, diving into the internet and internet marketing very early on, becoming a singer/songwriter/performing/recording artist, developing an award-winning songwriter resource website called 'The Muse's Muse', and now has her own fascinating podcast called 'Audio Branding'. 
QUESTIONS I ASKED HER:
Did you set out to become a renaissance woman?  
Let's get right into the power of sound. You've really been researching and talking to thought leaders about this on your podcast. Take us into some of the ways sound vibrations work.
Some of our listeners may be interested in music therapy occupations. What have you learned about the power of sound for health, pain relief and healing?
Give us some examples of the power of sound to influence behavior, Why do you say it's the 'hidden gem of marketing'?
Take us into the world of voiceover. What do you like about it? What have been some challenges? What would you say to someone wanting to look into that career?
As we speak, the world has changed. Are you seeing vocal career opportunities change in the age of COVID-19? 
Besides a voice actor, you are also an accomplished singer and it looks like you've been working on your artistic definition! OK what is the Filk scene? 
What do you do when your internet is down?
How important do you feel it is for career vocalists to have a community around them?
JODI'S LINKS:
Check out her Voice Over website at www.voiceoversandvocals.com
BONUS: Get this for yourself: The Audio Branding Worksheet (and sign-up for Jodi's newsletter) is at www.voiceoversandvocals.com/resources/
Listen to Jodi's Audio Branding Podcast website at www.audiobrandingpodcast.com. 
JUDY'S LINKS:
If you want the best vocal training for stage and studio, schedule a lesson. Whether you're a singer or speaker, I can help you towards your goals of sound quality, performance impact and vocal health. 
Remember... please leave a review at www.RateThisPodcast.com/ATV

Thoughts For Voices In COVID-19 Crisis

This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is about the global pandemic of COVID-19. Listen to this podcast episode for strategies to successfully live through this crisis, and actually use it to be better in all ways when it ends.
This podcast is now playing at iTunes , Google Play, TuneIn Radio, Stitcher, Spotify, Android apps Subscribe and don't miss an episode. Please leave a review at www.RateThisPodcast.com/atv  (I REALLY NEED MORE REVIEWS - thank you!!)
If you’d like help with any vocal matter, try Power, Path and Performance vocal training, available at www.JudyRodman.com in vocal lessons and on CD courses. 
Subjects covered in this episode include:
COVID-19 facts... Why this is such a serious global crisis
Stay Alive
Create & Train
Be Useful
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
Poem by Laura Jenkins
How the Novel Coronavirus and the Flu are alike and different
The lack of enough protective equipment for health care workers
How to get your voice back from illness
Patreon
BuyMeACoffee
Mortgage lenders pausing payments for 12 months
Things we can do for our communities
Some good places to donate to
Online Vocal Lesson pros and cons
 

My Vocal Gratitude List

This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is Vocal Gratitude. Listen to this podcast episode to learn some things my voice is thankful for. These things have affected my ability to teach effectively, so they might end up on your list, too!
This podcast is now playing at iTunes , Google Play,  TuneIn Radio, . Subscribe and don't miss an episode... and please leave a review where you like to listen! REVIEWS ARE MUCH NEEDED and APPRECIATED!
If you’d like help with any other speaking or singing matter, try Power, Path and Performance vocal training, available at www.JudyRodman.com in vocal lessons and on CD courses.
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
My vocal damage experience
Trading contemporary and classical vocal lessons with Mark Thress
John and Judy Rodman's album 'Here We Are'
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