Alternate Realities: Audio Storytelling, Voice Acting & Sound Design | James Oliva | Episode 86

On Episode 86, James is joined by… James Oliva—for a meta deep-dive into audio drama, voice acting, sound design, creative process, uncompromising art, and how AI may reshape digital creation. The conversation explores his projects including What’s the Frequency, Land Whale Murders, and Greater Boston.

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Connect with James Oliva prime
Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/james_oliva_tm/
What’s the Frequency → https://www.wtfrequency.com
Land Whale Murders → https://www.landwhalepod.com
Greater Boston → https://www.greaterbostonshow.com
Paradigm Shift Chinatown → https://www.paradigmshiftmanga.com/paradigm-shift-chinatown-is-coming/
Fable & Folly Network → https://www.fableandfolly.com/network/

Chapters
00:00 - Introduction and Background
05:00 - Exploring Art, Theater, and Writing
11:04 - Getting Involved in Voice Acting and Podcasting
16:34 - The Power of Sound in Storytelling
18:31 - Blurring the Line Between Reality and Fiction
21:18 - Inspiration from Archive 81
23:28 - The Power of Sound in Storytelling
27:26 - Embracing Creativity Without Compromise
34:08 - Finding Inspiration in Different Mediums
44:11 - Breaking the Rules and Telling Your Own Story
51:06 - Creative Integrity and Vision
52:17 - Navigating Creative Control
53:46 - Embracing Marketing
54:18 - Value of Experimentation
55:41 - Exploring AI in Creativity
01:18:59 - The Impact of Screens and Technology
01:24:11 - Exploring the Role of AI
01:29:44 - Fable and Folly: Supporting Independent Podcasts

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