Thanks to our episode sponsor, @HeroForgeMinis! Visit https://www.heroforge.com to learn more. WELCOME TO THE CHARACTER SELECT PODCAST! Please SUBSCRIBE and SHARE! In the pilot episode of The Character Select Podcast, voice acting and tabletop legend Matthew Mercer sits down with Anjali and Julia to talk about swapping Nintendo games with his grandma, how he accidentally stole voice-over roles from his dad, and his love for the unique, gargled gravel legacy of David Hayter's portrayal of Snake in Metal Gear Solid. Follow Matt on Instagram at @matthewmercervo and Twitter/X at @matthewmercer! Find us online at charselectpod.com or email us at [email protected]. Be sure to follow us on socials so you don't miss a thing! @charselectpod | Instagram @characterselectpod | TikTok @charselectpod_ | Twitter/X Anjali Bhimani @sweeetanj | Instagram/Twitter/TikTok J Julia Bianco @juliabscasting | Twitter/IG/TikTok ========================================================== Check us out on Patreon for day-early, ad-free releases, behind-the-scenes goodness and much more! https://www.patreon.com/CharacterSelectPodcast ========================================================== Credits: Hosts: Anjali Bhimani and Julia Bianco Executive Producers: Rick Barrio Dill, Julia Bianco Schoeffling, & Anjali Bhimani Producer/Sound Engineer/Editor: Bri Coorey Producer: Madigan Hunt Animation: Bri Coorey and Larissa Donahoe Research: Amanda Mack Art: Laura Medeiros Music: Rick Barrio Dill Additional Editing/Graphics: Josie Scott Ad Sales and Production Consultation: Multitude Filmed/Recorded at SLAP Studios LA: www.SLAPStudiosLA.com This is a SLAP Music Media Production with support from Bad Auntie Productions and The Halp Network.   About The Show: Unlock the inspirations for the people who made your favorite video games with Character Select! Each episode brings on gaming veterans from all aspects of game development–including actors, composers, writers, directors, artists, and more–as they share the gaming moments that inspired and kickstarted their creative journeys. Hosted by industry veterans actress Anjali Bhimani and casting director Julia Bianco, Character Select is your guide to leveling up your appreciation and knowledge of the world of video game development, voiceover performance, and performance capture. New episodes every Monday!