How I Built This: Susan Berkley reveals the intimate details of how (and why) she built the Great Voice Company

How I Built This: Susan Berkley reveals the intimate details of how (and why) she built the Great Voice Company, an iconic voice over training brand. Plus, meet emerging voice talent Debbie Smith and get inspired by  her journey from nurse to narrator! In this episode of The Great Voice Podcast, host Susan Berkley interviews Debbie Smith, who brings her healthcare background to the mic. Their conversation unpacks Debbie’s shift from nursing to voiceover with valuable lessons for anyone wanting to pursue Medical Narration VO. Then Great Voice coach DeBorah Pryor continues her interview with Susan Berkley about how she built the Great Voice Company. Susan Berkley continues. Susan discusses several different voiceover niches, she explores how creativity and work can be surprisingly vital for well-being, and they also discuss the concept of “vocal narcissism” and the teachings of Dr. Norberto Keppe, which shed light on a unique perspective about health and work.

 

Takeaways:

• Debbie’s story highlights the potential for career transitions post-retirement.
• Medical narration spans peer-to-peer and peer-to-patient communication.
• E-learning and other niches in voiceover are seeing significant growth.
• The demand for voiceover surged during the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Vocal narcissism can be a barrier for voice actors, impacting delivery and relatability.
• Dr. Norberto Keppe emphasizes how work is essential for maintaining health.
• Exploring various niches can open new paths for aspiring voiceover artists.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Voiceover and Personal Journeys
• 02:50 Exploring Medical Narration and Audio Description
• 09:01 Opportunities in Medical Narration
• 15:02 The Impact of COVID-19 on Voiceover
• 18:10 Understanding Vocal Narcissism
• 24:03 Dr. Norberto Keppe and his teachings on work and health
• 30:13 Advice for Aspiring Voiceover Artists

 

Hosted - Susan Berkley

Producer - Salena Metreger 

Music by Darrin Fossella 

Show Opener by Daron Macke

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