This episode introduces us to the practice of PH City, Rivers State Nigeria, and the establishment of the city’s Voiceover Conference. As a talented voice actor and founder of Crimsoned Story, Robbie Kaine tells the host Tcode about his journey and what led him to create the voiceover connect in PH City. Voice Over Connect is the pioneer voice-over conference in Port Harcourt, the South-South region of Nigeria. The Voice Over Connect aims to unveil the voice-over industry’s vast potential,...

This episode features a conversation about the steady rise of comic book culture and animation in Nigeria featuring Akano Charles Junior, aka Ace Wondaz. Our guest who is a multi-talented award-winning voiceover artist with experience in animation voiceovers. Having landed lead roles in animations like Strike Guard from Spoof Animation, reviews the intentionality behind Nigerian animations from the perspective of the animators and the voice actors. Enjoy this episode Key Discussion...

In this episode, Tcode and Serah dive into the everyday challenges that Nigerian voiceover artists face. They explore everything from unstable internet connections and the hurdles of setting up and maintaining a home studio to the impact of the Naira’s fluctuations on equipment costs. With honesty and humour, they share their personal experiences navigating these realities as voice actors in Nigeria. Tune in and enjoy the conversation! Key Discussion Points: 1. Introduction to the Podcast...

In this episode, Tcode highlights the details of the African Voiceover Artist nominee for the SOVAS ( Society of Voice Artist and Science) awards and their categories , as he celebrates his own nomination as the Best African Voiceover nominee in the award category: Outstanding Commercial- Ratio Streaming or Web. Tcode and Serah were also joined by Christianne Lamba, a Cameroonian Nigerian voice over artist with 12 years experience discussing the 2010s era of voiceover to the 2020s era of...

In this episode, Tcode and Serah host Paula Gammon Wilson, a highly sought-after voice director for animation with nearly 20 years of experience as a director, production manager, dancer, and voice-over artist. She is the Owner/Director of Pepsqually VO and Sound Design, Inc. and Pepsqually Portugal, a music and sound production company. Paula is also the voice director for YouNeek Studios’ much-anticipated African-based animated series, Iyanu: Child of Wonder, produced by Lion Forge,...

In this episode, Ayo Moore, a writer, audio storyteller, prominent producer, and the founder of Moore Audio, discusses three things casting directors look for in voice talent when casting for a role. He also shares more insight into the world of advertising in Africa, understanding the casting process for VOs, and the role of voice directors during production.  Enjoy! Key Discussion Points: 1. Introduction to the Podcast and Guest 2. Exploring the Name and Identity 3. Career...

In this episode, Chiedu Onabu,  professionally known as BUZZ, a prominent voiceover artist and multimedia professional based in Nigeria, talks about the key to mastering voiceovers, the influence of radio on voiceover and his thoughts on the use of foreign talents in local projects like the recent Idris Elba voiceover for Asake’s album launch. Enjoy! Key Discussion Points: 1. Introduction to the Podcast and Guest 2. The Journey of Voice Acting 3. Challenges in Voice Acting and...

In this episode, Dr. Shahenda Ahmed Aly: the winner of the APVA Voiceover Artist of the Year 2024, speaks about her 18+ voiceover journey as a 15-year-old recording in her closet in 2005 to becoming the voice of Voice of Tecno Mobile's Ella and also the voice of Voice of Amazon's Alexa.  Gracie Imo, a podcaster and APVA Communications and Programs Coordinator, a guest also in this episode, breaks down the process of the award event, and the stages for judging and gives more details about the...

In this episode, OG Voice actor and broadcaster Ahmed Olalekan, speaks about his journey in voiceovers starting from the mid-2005s in Porthacort City, Nigeria, to rise to one of the top-rated + African talents on Upwork in 2021.  Ahmed shares his humble experience figuring out how the industry works in the era before the birth of what we today call Nigeria’s voiceover industry. He also speaks about the need for unionism in the industry to help us tackle common problems faced as talents,...

After catching up on the highlight of their week including the VO Africa Conference and the Lagos Comicon, Tcode and Serah take listeners on an in-depth discussion on the common mistakes voiceover artists make at the start of their careers, starting with their mistakes and experiences.  Enjoy! Key Discussion Points: 1. Introduction to the podcast and hosts 2. Personal Updates and Reflections 3. Experiences at Lagos Comic Con 4. Overview of VO Africa Conference 5. Tribute to James Earl...

It's been 4 months since the last episode of the Everything Voiceovers podcast was released. In this episode, we introduce Serah Johnson as the new co-host as they team up to pilot the rest of this podcast season. They reminisce on their voiceover adventures in the 1st and 2nd quarter of 2024, and Serah's role as the lead character in the new cartoon network series ‘Iyanu: The Animated Series’; among other topics.  Enjoy! Key Discussion Points: 1. Introduction and Background 2....

In this episode of the Everything Voiceovers podcast, radio on-air-personality, Deborah Oiza, and Tcode, link up to discuss her voiceover journey in the last 5 years. They talk about her career growth, her love for audiobooks, her newly published book: Voiceover for Beginners, and Africa Voiceover Day. Enjoy! Key Discussion Points: 1. Introduction 2. Being a radio presenter and voiceover artist 3. Africa Voiceover Day 4. Learning Voiceovers 5. Love for Audio Books 6. Voiceovers for...

In this episode of the Everything Voiceovers podcast, voice actor and studio engineer, John Kanu, discusses with Tcode, the realities of becoming a voiceover actor in Nigeria, sharing his personal experience, They also talk about #VoiceFest, pricing, audio gear, mindset and their learning experience. Enjoy! Key Discussion Points: 1. Introduction and Voice Fest Event 2. The Realities of Being a Full-Time Voiceover Artist 3. Exploring Related Skills: Scriptwriting and MCing 4....

In this episode of the Everything Voiceovers podcast, pro voice actor, screen actor and media consultant, Stephanie Ugbeye, narrates to Tcode, her adventurous journey into voiceover. They discuss themes like pidgin voiceover, her acting career, VO growth tips, and more. Enjoy! Key Discussion Points: 1. Introduction and Gratitude 2. The Power of Community in the Voiceover Industry 3. The Growing Demand for Indigenous Language Voiceovers 4. The Importance of Developing a Diverse Skill...

In this episode of the Everything Voiceovers podcast, former radio broadcaster, voice actor and communication strategist, Agatha Ike, shares with Tcode, her voiceover story of how she began, her experience juggling between radio and voiceover, tips for radio personalities venturing into voiceovers and industry growth. Key Discussion Points: 1. Introduction and Background 2. How I discovered my voice 3. Evolving from radio to voiceover 4. The relationship between radio and voiceover in...

In this episode of the Everything Voiceovers podcast, host Tcode hobnobs with his VO buddy, David Attah. David takes Tcode on a journey of how he started his career, the bold steps he took, and his academy, Daza Voiceover Academy. Episode Title: My Voice, My Asset- The David Attah VO story S3E4 Key Discussion Points: 1. Voice of the week 2. Recording on phone.  3. Becoming a voiceover artist. 4. Passion for Voiceover. 5. Investing in Voiceover. 5. Challenges of dealing with clients. 6. How...

In this episode of the Everything Voiceovers podcast, host Tcode engages in a hearty conversation with Nigerian voice actor, Wale Bams. Wale narrates his voiceover journey, managing a 9-5 with a booming voiceover career and landing a significant VO gig with Afrobeats superstar, Davido. Key Discussion Points: 1. Introduction and Background 2. Discovering the Potential of Wale Bams' Voice 3. Realizing the Power of Wale Bams' Voice 4. Making Money from Voiceovers 5. Living a Life as a...

In this episode of the Everything Voiceovers podcast, host Tcode delves into the world of voice acting with the talented and versatile Serah Johnson. Join us as we explore her remarkable success in animation, audiobooks, and commercials in Nigeria and beyond. Key Discussion Points: 1. Serah Johnson's background and voiceover journey. 2. Voiceover as a Career.  3. Voiceover Academy Impact. 4. Negotiation and Pricing Strategies. 5. Setting up a Home Studio. 6. Acoustics and Studio...

It's the first episode of the year and the first episode of Season 3 of the EVO Podcast and Tcode is back on Track after several months of taking a break on podcasting. In this episode, he talks about the things he's been up to since the last episode and some of his insightful discoveries as a voiceover coach. Enjoy this episode. Podcast Details: - Host: Tolulope Kolade a.k.a. Tcode - Social Media Handles: @Tcode_70 (IG & X), - community:  https://t.me/+0JiM7_4VIeA3YzY0 -...

In this episode of Everything Voiceovers Podcast, Tcode shares his personal experiences of dealing with struggles and pressures and offers advice on how African voiceover artists can overcome the unique challenges faced in the industry.  From struggles to keep their career and passion alive to dealing with burnout, Tcode sheds light on the realities of this industry and provides valuable insight. Host: Tolulope Kolade, a.k.a. Tcode; @Tcode_70 on IG & @Tcode_70 on Twitter Join our...

In this episode of Everything Voiceovers Podcast, Tcode interviews 3 fans of the Everything Voiceovers Podcast, Guygreta, Tunbosun, and Deborah, as they chat on the final episode of Season 2 of the Podcast. They share stories of how they discovered the podcast and their favour episodes and memories of the Pod. Enjoy. Host: Tolulope Kolade a.k.a. Tcode; @Tcode_70 on IG & @Tcode_70 on Twitter Guest: Olatunbosun Salau, Okorie Guygreta, & Deborah Babalola. Register for the VO...

In this episode of Everything Voiceovers Podcast, Tcode interviews Emeka Onunkwo, the convener of VO Africa Conference, dubbed Africa’s largest voiceover conference. Emeka talks about the upcoming VO Africa conference and how his dream kicked off in 2021 with the last 2 editions being very impactful thanks to the growing voiceover industry in Africa, and the support of renowned voiceover frontrunners like Rudy Gaskins, Hugh Edwards, Joan Baker, Marc Graue, Dave Fennoy and...

This episode is about practical methods every voice actor can apply to help them get voiceover jobs. From direct marketing to referrals, Tcode shares 7 methods he has used and achieved positive results. Enjoy. Host: Tolulope Kolade a.k.a. Tcode; @Tcode_70 on IG & @Tcode_70 on Twitter Join our podcast Telegram community:  https://t.me/+0JiM7_4VIeA3YzY0 Buy Voiceover gear in Nigeria @Coded Voiceovers  For inquiries, send mail to [email protected] #EverythingVoiceovers...

Continuing from the previous episode, Tcode shares more on the things he wish he knew before he started his voiceover career. This episode touches on subjects like online voiceover platforms, voiceover related skills, the work needed to be done beyond the voice and more. Enjoy. Host: Tolulope Kolade a.k.a. Tcode; @Tcode_70 on IG & @Tcode_70 on Twitter Join our podcast Telegram community:  https://t.me/+0JiM7_4VIeA3YzY0 Buy Voiceover gear in Nigeria @Coded Voiceovers  For...