High Notes is a podcast featuring conversations on the art and business of voice, hosted by voice actor and BRAVA CEO, Melissa Thom. From Mongolian throat singing to vocal health, accents, gaming, and more, HIGH NOTES uncovers the craft behind the business.
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High Notes returns for its fourth season with The AI Voice: a series about what happens to the human voice as AI gets good enough to replicate it.
It's a conversation that reaches further than most people think. It affects not just performers, but anyone who's ever recorded a voice note, sat on a Zoom call, or had their voice used by the business they work for. BRAVA founder, Melissa Thom, talks to leading figures on both sides of the AI debate: Mark Graeme, Mark Eaves, Faye Dicker, Shannon Sailing, Dr Mathilde Pavis, David Menkin, Dan Jones, Cissy Jones, and Bonnie Nordling.
Together, they explore when brands choose AI over a human voice, what happens when your voice is cloned without consent, how UK law is (and isn't) keeping up, and how performers can negotiate, license and protect their voices.
New episodes every Thursday from 8th October. Subscribe on your preferred podcast platform, or visit brava.uk.com/podcast for more.
Season 4 Guests
Mark Graeme and Mark Eaves: Head of Studio at OCX UK (part of Omnicom Group) and Founder of Gravity Road, on AI or Human Voice? Why Brands Choose Both, and when big brands choose AI and when they don’t.
Faye Dicker and Shannon Sailing: voice actor and Equity's Industrial Official for Audio and Games, on Cloned Without Consent, and what happened when Faye's voice was cloned and sold online.
Dr Mathilde Pavis: intellectual property lawyer who helped build Equity's AI toolkit, on UK AI Law: Unfit for Purpose?, and what you can do to protect your voice today.
David Menkin: actor and voiceover artist, on working across Games, Dubbing, Ads and Animation, and how AI risk differs in each sector.
Dan Jones, former Head of Audio at Hachette UK, on The Audiobook Pipeline, and how AI narration is reshaping publishing.
Cissy Jones: BAFTA award-winning actress and co-founder and CEO of Ethovox, on owning and protecting your voice, and what performers should check before licensing it.
Bonnie Nordling: Managing Director of talent agency Nordlings, on Negotiating AI, and how agents are handling AI clauses in voiceover contracts.
High Notes - where every conversation is a performance.
In Conversation with Margaret Heffernan: Voice, Creativity, and Embracing Uncertainty
Saison 3 · Épisode 8
lundi 15 décembre 2025 • Durée 54:44
In this episode, Melissa sits down with professor, writer, and deep thinker, Dr. Margaret Heffernan, to explore creativity, uncertainty, and the power of authentic voice.
Together, they talk about how artists and leaders can not only survive but thrive in unpredictable times, the importance of cultivating a personal style, and the art of communicating with clarity and impact.
Margaret reflects on lessons from her childhood and career, shares insights from her latest book Embracing Uncertainty, and offers thoughtful guidance on building meaningful, creative lives.
Tune in for inspiration and practical wisdom on navigating change, fostering creativity, and finding your voice at work and beyond.
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Leading with Wisdom: Voice, Visibility & Purpose - with Lynne Franks
Saison 3 · Épisode 7
lundi 8 décembre 2025 • Durée 34:33
In this episode of High Notes, we sit down with trailblazer Lynne Franks, a visionary in PR, fashion, and women’s empowerment. From shaping modern communications to founding movements that uplift and connect women, Lynne’s story is one of courage, creativity, and community.
Together, we explore her remarkable journey, from her early career breakthroughs to her transformative work with initiatives like the SEED community and the What Women Want campaign. Lynne opens up about the lessons learned along the way, the power of intergenerational wisdom, and why creating safe spaces for women’s stories is key to meaningful leadership.
Join us for a conversation on resilience, visibility, and purpose and discover how using your voice can spark real, lasting change.
Executive Presence: Power, Clarity and the Courage to Speak Up with Janey Lee Grace
Saison 3 · Épisode 6
lundi 1 décembre 2025 • Durée 41:05
In this episode of High Notes, we sit down with legendary broadcaster, author, and coach Janey Lee Grace. From her days on BBC Radio 2 with Steve Wright to her work as a coach in heart-centred communication, Janey shares the pivotal moments that shaped her journey.
She opens up about her memoir From Wham to Woo, her path to sobriety, and the transformative power of living, and communicating, with authenticity.
Together, we explore the art of meaningful connection: how preparation, presence, and joy can elevate your message and your work. Janey also reflects on the life-changing decision to quit alcohol, and how helping others discover their true voice has become her greatest passion.
Tune in for a conversation full of warmth, wisdom, and inspiration.
Ready to elevate your voice, confidence, and communication at work?
Influence & Impact: Owning your Voice in the Boardroom with Dr Rockford Sansom
Saison 3 · Épisode 5
lundi 24 novembre 2025 • Durée 55:28
In this episode of High Notes, Melissa chats with Dr Rockford “Rocky” Sansom, a renowned voice coach and author, about the power and presence of the human voice. Together, they unpack how to manage nerves, why simplicity can transform communication, and how to make your voice truly resonate.
Rocky shares practical, down-to-earth strategies for building vocal confidence, connecting with your audience, and thriving in high-pressure situations. The conversation also touches on being authentically yourself, understanding what matters to your listeners, and using effective vocal tools to enhance impact.
They round out the discussion exploring cultural differences in communication, the evolution of voice science, and how emotion shapes the way we sound and connect.
Ready to elevate your voice, confidence, and communication at work?
Contact us at BRAVA Business and start making every conversation count:
Creative Confidence: Finding Your Voice with Tricia Duffy
Saison 3 · Épisode 4
lundi 17 novembre 2025 • Durée 41:10
In this episode of BRAVA High Notes, we dive into what it truly means to build creative confidence and find your voice with Tricia Duffy.
Tricia takes us through her inspiring journey, from a childhood filled with song and poetry to becoming a consultant, speaker, award-winning podcaster, creative mentor, and accomplished musician.
Together, we explore:
Overcoming imposter syndrome
The value of vocal training
The magic of authenticity in creative expression
Tricia also shares insights from her own podcast, In Ten Years Time: How to Live a Creative Life, revealing how to think long-term about your creative journey and stay inspired along the way.
Whether you’re a voice actor, business leader, or simply looking to reconnect with your creative side, this episode will leave you motivated to speak, and live, with confidence.
The Resilient Voice: Colin Burgess on BAFTA, Legacy & New Talent
Saison 3 · Épisode 3
lundi 10 novembre 2025 • Durée 43:30
In this episode, we talk with Colin Burgess, whose career spans royalty, the military, media, and BAFTA.
Colin reflects on how finding his own voice and approach to storytelling has shaped his journey. He shares early challenges, the lessons he’s learned about leadership and resilience, and insights into building a lasting career.
We also explore how BAFTA’s initiatives are helping to discover and support the next generation of creative talent.
Links:
The Artist-Driven Innovation Behind the Films We Love | Rob Bredow | TED
Women, Wit & the Power of Speech - A Chat with Jane Duffus
Saison 3 · Épisode 2
lundi 3 novembre 2025 • Durée 40:38
In this episode, we sit down with Jane Duffus: author, journalist, and committed advocate for women’s voices.
We explore why it matters for women to claim space and be heard, how humour can transform storytelling, and the power of writing women back into history and everyday narratives.
Jane opens up about the lessons she’s learned from comedians, the fire that fuels her work, and the barriers she’s faced in male-dominated spaces.
Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on gender dynamics, practical tips for speaking with confidence, and the legacy of women writers who continue to inspire.
Ready to elevate your voice, confidence, and communication at work?
Contact us at BRAVA Business and start making every conversation count:
In this episode of High Notes, host Melissa Thom speaks with Simon Lancaster, one of Britain’s most acclaimed speechwriters.
Simon traces his path from aspiring songwriter to shaping the words of top politicians and business leaders. They explore the art of persuasive communication, the timeless power of rhetoric, and why authenticity and emotion matter on stage.
With stories from his remarkable career, Simon offers practical strategies for crafting unforgettable speeches, from harnessing rhythm and repetition to mastering rhetorical devices that captivate an audience.
Tune in for practical insights on speaking with clarity and how to craft words that leave a lasting impression.
High Notes returns for its third season with Words at Work, a series about the role of voice in business.
BRAVA founder, Melissa Thom talks to leading figures across business, culture, and communication: Simon Lancaster, Margaret Heffernan, Dr. Rockford Sansom, Jane Duffus, Colin Burgess, Tricia Duffy, Lynne Franks, and Janey Lee Grace.
Together, they explore how voice shapes influence, leadership, and true connection at work: how to stay composed under pressure, engage an audience and speak with authority.
Subscribe on your preferred podcast platform, or visit brava.uk.com/podcast for more.
Season 3 Guests
Simon Lancaster: speechwriter to business and political leaders, on the Language of Leadership and the hidden patterns that make communication persuasive.
Jane Duffus: writer and historian, on Women, Wit & the Power of Speech and how women’s voices have shaped, and continue to shape public life.
Colin Burgess: BAFTA’s Executive Director of Operations, on the Resilient Voice, building legacy, and nurturing new creative voices in film, games and television.
Tricia Duffy: leadership coach, on Creative Confidence and finding your voice in times of change and uncertainty.
Dr. Rockford Sansom: voice coach to executives worldwide, on Influence & Impact, and how leaders can speak with presence in the boardroom.
Janey Lee Grace: BBC broadcasting legend and coach, on Executive Presence, clarity, sobriety and having the courage to speak up.
Lynne Franks: author, entrepreneur, communications strategist and fashion pioneer on Leading with Wisdom, and using voice as a force for visibility, purpose, and change.
Margaret Heffernan: business thinker, writer and voted one of the "Top 100 Media Executives" by The Hollywood Reporter on Voice, Creativity and Embracing Uncertainty, and why leadership today demands adaptability.
