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, showcasing its numerous benefits and opportunities to empower youths, foster Decent Work, and drive economic growth.

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Key Discussion Points:

1. Introduction to the Voiceover Industry in Africa

2. The Journey of Voices of Robbie

3. Growth and Development in Voiceover Career

4. Building a Community in Port Harcourt

5. The Importance of Networking and Exposure

6. The VoiceOver Connect Conference

7. Inspiration Behind the Conference

8. Challenges and Overcoming Fear

9. The Vision for the Future

10. The Voiceover Revolution in Port Harcourt

11. Building a Voiceover Community

12. The Importance of Industry Recognition

13. The VoiceOver Connect Conference Overview

14. Accessing the Conference and Future Plans

15. Crimson Stories: A New Narrative

16. Inspiration and Closing Thoughts

Podcast Details:

Host: Tolulope Kolade a.k.a. Tcode

Guest: Kaine Robbie

- Social Media Handles: @Tcode_70 (IG & X)

- Crimsoned Story: https://www.instagram.com/crimsonedstories?igsh=Z29vYWxqa2JsbjBm

- Podcast Telegram community: https://t.me/+0JiM7_4VIeA3YzY0

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- Hashtags: #Voiceovers #voiceoverconnectconference #Crimsonedstories #vocommunity #PHconnectconference #industryrecognition #audiostories #audiodrama #voicesofrobbie #tcode #Africavoiceoverindustry #voiceacting #animators #VoiceoverPodcast #Everythingvoiceovers

- For inquiries, contact Everythingvoiceovers@gmail.com

A Coded Voiceover Production

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 voiceover and lessons we can learn from both eras.

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Key Discussion Points:

1. Introduction to the Podcast and Guest

2. Celebrating African Voiceover Talent

3. Christianne Lamba’s Voiceover Journey

4. The Voiceover Industry Before Social Media

5. Navigating the Voiceover Industry

6. The Evolution of Voiceover Training

7. Reintroducing Yourself in a New Era

8. The Power of Community in Voice Acting

9. Behind the Scenes of the VoiceOver Conference

10. Christianne's Voiceover Journey and Services

Podcast Details:

Host: Tolulope Kolade a.k.a. Tcode

Co-host: Serah Johnson

- Guest: Christianne Lamba

- SOVAS: SOVAS

- Social Media Handles: @Tcode_70 (IG & X) & Serah Johnson

- Podcast Telegram community: https://t.me/+0JiM7_4VIeA3YzY0

- Show us love (Support us here): https://selar.co/showlove/everythingvoiceovers

- Hashtags: #Voiceovers #SOVAS #Aricannominee #awardcategory #sovasaward #christiannelamba #serahjohnson #tcode #voiceoverindustry #Africavoiceoverindustry #voiceacting #producer #animators #VoiceoverPodcast #Everythingvoiceovers

- For inquiries, contact Everythingvoiceovers@gmail.com

A Coded Voiceover Production

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, which is set to air on Cartoon Network and stream on Max in spring 2025.

Paula shares her inspiring journey of becoming a voice director, valuable tips for those aspiring to improve their craft in voice direction, and essential insights for voiceover artists working in the animation industry.

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Key Discussion Points:

1. Introduction to the Podcast and Guest

2. Managing Multiple Projects and Time Management

3. Energy Management and Maintaining Positivity

4. The Importance of Voice Direction in Animation

5. Navigating the Business Side of Voice Acting

6. Choosing to Work on Iyanu: A Personal Connection

7. The Role of a Voice Director8. Navigating the Business Side of Voice Acting

9. Choosing to Work on Iyanu: A Personal Connection

10. The Role of a Voice Director

11. Advice for Aspiring Voice Directors

12. The Journey to Becoming a Voice Directo

13. Casting Choices and Actor Dynamics

14. Pet Peeves in Auditions and Sessions

15. Feedback for the Iyanu Cast

16. Preparation and Flexibility in Voice Acting

17. Trends in Animation Voice Casting

18. Challenges Faced as a Casting Director

19. Memorable Experiences in Voice Acting

20. Introduction to the Podcast and Guests

21. Paula's Work Ethic and Time Management

22. Upcoming Projects and Workshops

Podcast Details:

Host: Tolulope Kolade a.k.a. Tcode

Co-host: Serah Johnson

- Guest: Paula Gammon

- Social Media Handles: @Tcode_70 (IG & X) & Serah Johnson- Podcast Telegram community: https://t.me/+0JiM7_4VIeA3YzY0

- Show us love (Support us here): https://selar.co/showlove/everythingvoiceovers

- Hashtags: #Voiceovers #paulagammon #pepsquallydirector #serahjohnson #tcode #castingdirector #iyanucasts #voiceoverindustry #Africavoiceoverindustry #voiceacting #animationdirector #iyanuchildofwonder #producer #animators #animationvoiceover #VoiceoverPodcast #Everythingvoiceovers

- For inquiries, contact Everythingvoiceovers@gmail.com

A Coded Voiceover Production

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.

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Key Discussion Points:

1. Introduction to the Podcast and Guest

2. Exploring the Name and Identity

3. Career Journey in Advertising

4. The Evolution into Audio Storytelling

5. South Africa's Advertising Excellence

6. Insights into Effective Advertising

7. The Role of Voice Actors in Advertising8. Bridging the Gap Between Creatives and Voice Talent

9. Understanding the Casting Process

10. Final Thoughts on Voice Acting and Advertising

11. Understanding Client Preferences in Voice Casting

12. The Importance of Voice Talent Personality

13. Navigating the Challenges of Voice Acting

14. The Role of Voice Directors in Production

15. Understanding Client Needs

16. Navigating the Voice Acting Landscape

17. The Importance of Consuming Media

18. Advice for Upcoming Voice Talents

19. Current Projects and Future Aspirations

Podcast Details:

Host: Tolulope Kolade a.k.a. Tcode

Co-host: Serah Johnson

- Guest: Ayo Moore

- Social Media Handles: @Tcode_70 (IG & X) & Serah Johnson- Podcast Telegram community: https://t.me/+0JiM7_4VIeA3YzY0

- Show us love (Support us here): https://selar.co/showlove/everythingvoiceovers

- Hashtags: #Voiceovers #ayomoore #mooreaudio #serahjohnson #tcode #castingdirector #audioproducer #audiostoryteller #voiceoverindustry #Africavoiceoverindustry #voiceacting #audioadvertisung #radioadvertising #Radiocommercials #VoiceoverPodcast #Everythingvoiceovers

- For inquiries, contact Everythingvoiceovers@gmail.com

A Coded Voiceover Production

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 association.

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Key Discussion Points:

1. Introduction to the Podcast and Guest

2. Celebrating the APVA Awards

3. Shahenda's Journey as a Voiceover Artist

4. Challenges Faced in the Voiceover Industry

5. The Role of APVA in the Voiceover Community

6. Insights on the APVA Awards Process

7. The Importance of Community in Voiceover

8. Advice for Aspiring Voiceover Artists9. Final Thoughts and Future Aspirations

Podcast Details:

Host: Tolulope Kolade a.k.a. Tcode

- Guest: Dr. Shahenda Ahmed Aly & Gracie Imo

- Social Media Handles: @Tcode_70 (IG & X)- Podcast Telegram community: https://t.me/+0JiM7_4VIeA3YzY0

- Show us love (Support us here): https://selar.co/showlove/everythingvoiceovers

- Join APVA: apva.africa

- Hashtags: #Voiceovers #drshahendaahmedaly #shahendaahmedalyvoiceover #gracieimo #tcode #APVAaward# voiceoverindustry #Africavoiceoverindustry #Voiceoverartistoftheyear2024 #APVAnomination #APVAawardprocess #VoiceoverPodcast #Everythingvoiceovers

- For inquiries, contact Everythingvoiceovers@gmail.com

A Coded Voiceover Production