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| Karl Jenkinson: The one with the Huge Parenthesis! | 06 Mar 2026 | 00:35:32 | |
In ep 163 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Karl Jenkinson joins Sam and Mark to talk about narrating a story with more than one character accent, and listening to the overall sense of a piece - and the pictures it gives you in your own mind. We look into how to make a high end script relatable by creating luxury with a hint of humour. We get confused between Steam Punk and Punk Rock, and wonder about an amazing mechanical man. The wildcard section of the show introduces us to a gluttonous woman who can't help gorging herself whilst narrating a story. Our VO question this week is all about the personality you need for modern documentary narration... from Call Me a Cabbie to Come Dine With Me and Gogglebox... and Sam tells the story of her time narrating Britain's Poshest Brothel! Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.uk Script 1 For generations, Fenris has defined excellence in watch care, combining heritage craftsmanship with modern engineering. We create more than watch winders — we create guardians of time. From single winders to full collector cabinets, every piece is designed to keep an automatic watch running perfectly to time when it is off your wrist. A mechanical watch is a living machine - and like all precious instruments, it deserves proper care. Script 2 “Yous lot! Wi’ me!” he shouted in full Scots brogue, and led a posse of boys in blue, with black moustaches and matching truncheons who were, at last, converging on the battlefield from all directions. The two failed assassins (the first was later described in witness reports as: small, thick-set and brutish wearing a baby’s bonnet and trying to hold his face together; the second as: tall, bloody of face, apparently female and nursing her testicles) scrambled to make good their painful escape in an easterly direction down Bell Street We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today! **Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!" About our guest: Having worked as an actor for nearly two decades... in the early 2000's Karl was cast in 'The Getaway- Back Monday' for Sony. A videogame with ‘cut’ scenes and in-game voicing. His first proper TV gig was as a last-minute stand in for Phil Tuffnell narrating ‘I'm A Celebrity...' Followed by 'Battle of the Brides' 'Call Me A Cabbie' 'Rough Trades' 'Mean Machines' and 'How Do They Do That.' Karl can be heard on Audible narrating the award-winning The Guv'nor (life and times of Lenny McLean), Inside Broadmoor, Belmarsh and Wakefield, The Eddie Richardson Biog, Evil Beyond Belief, The Babes in the Wood Murders... as well as a series of knockabout Steampunk Mysteries...The Rude and the Refined! Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing! About your hosts: With over 40 years representing major international clients such as Google, Emirates and HSBC; Mark Ryes has been trusted to be the voice for some of the world’s biggest brands. If your business needs a fresh voice to represent you, then make it Mark's British voice. As a voiceover, TV presenter, podcaster or product demonstrator - Mark makes your brand truly sparkle! Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Elegantly British with an intelligent, warm and seductive voice, Samantha Boffin helps creatives and production companies create great audio that really connects with their audience. BBC-trained and with over 20 years of broadcast experience on both sides of the mic, she's created award-winning promos, narration and commercials for companies all around the globe, including the BBC, Sky, Games Workshop, John Lewis, Audible and Penguin Random House. Samantha's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Ep 163 Trailer - Karl Jenkinson (out 6th Mar) | 03 Mar 2026 | 00:00:46 | |
Short trailer for Episode 163 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Karl Jenkinson. Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Machteld van der Gaag: The one with the International English! | 27 Feb 2026 | 00:33:57 | |
In ep 162 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Machteld van der Gaag joins Sam and Mark from Amsterdam to talk about International English - it's not British, it's not American - but what is it... and is it possible to really nail it? We create a masterclass in what NOT to do! We look at how voicing a corporate script to pictures can lead to so odd sentence breaks... and how to manifest the work you want! Our VO question this week is all about the types of work we're booked for, and whether it's the work we want to be doing! Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.uk Script 1 To help prevent future sciatica pain, Carl works on building strength in his core and back. Strong muscles help stabilise the body and the act of building muscles is in many ways a neural activity. You probably associate exercise with your muscles or heart but recent studies have shown that when we lift weights our nervous system actually gets stronger before our biceps. Working out increases neurons in certain parts of the brain. Script 2 You could be forgiven for thinking the maritime industry is a woman’s world We refer to ships as she They are named by lady sponsors They sail upon a sea often thought of as a mother But let’s be honest The maritime world may still seem a male-dominated one And that is a shame. We want to work with the most talented, hardworking people Qualities that do not recognise the boundaries of gender So if we want to be the best at what we do We need to be open to everyone We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today! **Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!" About our guest: Machteld van der Gaag has been a voice actor for over 30 years! She’s trilingual - her mother tongue is Dutch, her birth language is French and her adolescent language is English! She is based in Amsterdam - and a former copywriter. Machteld works across lots of VoiceOver genres: from web-video’s, commercials and IVR - to elearning, audiotours and audiobooks. She’s also the moderator of the Dutch voice over group and a singer of French chansons (or songs to the rest of us non-trilingual folk!). Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing! About your hosts: With over 40 years representing major international clients such as Google, Emirates and HSBC; Mark Ryes has been trusted to be the voice for some of the world’s biggest brands. If your business needs a fresh voice to represent you, then make it Mark's British voice. As a voiceover, TV presenter, podcaster or product demonstrator - Mark makes your brand truly sparkle! Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Elegantly British with an intelligent, warm and seductive voice, Samantha Boffin helps creatives and production companies create great audio that really connects with their audience. BBC-trained and with over 20 years of broadcast experience on both sides of the mic, she's created award-winning promos, narration and commercials for companies all around the globe, including the BBC, Sky, Games Workshop, John Lewis, Audible and Penguin Random House. Samantha's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Ep 162 Trailer - Machteld van der Gaag (out 27th Feb) | 24 Feb 2026 | 00:00:50 | |
Short trailer for Episode 162 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Machteld van der Gaag. Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Caroline Ramsay: The one with the Darkness to Speed Ratio! | 20 Feb 2026 | 00:32:05 | |
In ep 161 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Caroline Ramsay joins Sam and Mark to talk about how big BIG actually is, when a client wants a football promo. It leads us to ask the age old question "Is the client always right?". We explore how your smart speaker is always listening to you, and look at how taking the tempo down by 50% gives a very creepy impression. There's a nasty slimy fun fact, the most comfy way to watch TV, and a food that we all loathe! Plus the wildcards include a tragic shakespearean lover, a germophobe, and the style of those sensual M&S adverts! Our VO question this week is all about how you keep sane and in contact with real people if you transition from being a stage or screen actor to a voice actor, all alone in your booth! Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.uk Script 1 Consider a scenario where you want to start working out. You download a home workout app, buy equipment, the right shoes and more. You suddenly start seeing adverts about health and fitness every time you go online. This is because most of your online actions are tracked, stored and used by advertisers to push their products. While targeted advertising can be personally helpful, sometimes it is not as innocent as it may seem. It may feel like you are being watched, and you are. Script 2 THERY’RE NOT JUST CITIES INSPIRING THE UNTHINKABLE THEY IGNITE PASSION THEY WITNESS OUR GLORY BRINGING TOGETHER HISTORY AND NEW STORIES THEY PULSE WITH UNIQUE ENERGY FROM CATWALKS TO STADIUMS THEY BURN WITH THE SAME, BOLD SPIRIT We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today! **Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!" About our guest: Caroline Ramsay is a classically trained, versatile actress and has worked on stage and screen in a former life. She is an award nominated voice actress and works across all genres, voicing audiobooks, adverts, corporates, elearning and most recently, video games! @carolineramsayvo on Instagram Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing! About your hosts: With over 40 years representing major international clients such as Google, Emirates and HSBC; Mark Ryes has been trusted to be the voice for some of the world’s biggest brands. If your business needs a fresh voice to represent you, then make it Mark's British voice. As a voiceover, TV presenter, podcaster or product demonstrator - Mark makes your brand truly sparkle! Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Elegantly British with an intelligent, warm and seductive voice, Samantha Boffin helps creatives and production companies create great audio that really connects with their audience. BBC-trained and with over 20 years of broadcast experience on both sides of the mic, she's created award-winning promos, narration and commercials for companies all around the globe, including the BBC, Sky, Games Workshop, John Lewis, Audible and Penguin Random House. Samantha's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Ep 161 Trailer - Caroline Ramsay (out 20th Feb) | 17 Feb 2026 | 00:00:42 | |
Short trailer for Episode 161 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Caroline Ramsay. Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Richie Tavake: The one with the Benevolent Giant! | 13 Feb 2026 | 00:33:53 | |
In ep 160 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Richie Tavake joins Sam and Mark to talk about the differences between the US and UK radio commercial market and why sometimes an American script can sound cheesey in a British accent. We get savvy and become a consumer champion, and we explore ways to research scripts that you may not have thought of before. Our wildcards see us getting ecstaticly happy, very judgy and absolutely huge in stature. Our VO question this week is all about the different processes we go through when a script lands in our inbox. Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.uk Script 1 Savvy is the UK’s consumer champion. We’re not here to make a profit – we’re here to be a powerful force for good - we’re here to protect people, challenge unfairness and make everyday life simpler and safer. We're totally independent and we don't accept freebies from anyone. We have no owners, shareholders or government departments to answer to, so we work entirely for you, the consumer - and nobody else. We stand up for what's right. And we make change happen. Script 2 In the heart of every great city, there’s a story to be told. At 123Property, we know that story inside and out. Since 1975, 123Property has been a driving force in the commercial real estate industry. Today, we proudly stand as one of the largest privately owned real estate firms in Manitoba. At 123Property, our success is built on our commitment to integrity, professionalism, and excellent service. We believe in succeeding by helping others succeed. We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today! **Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!" About our guest: Richie is an actor from San Francisco, CA. He started in theatre when he was still a teenager and then decided to go into voice-over work - mainly because he was such a big fan of anime and video games. From there he found a real fascination with commercials and audio dramas. Richie is known for always being a little too early - to work, events, meetings… everything - to the point that people jokingly ask him if he can be late for once.. He also loves playing chess. Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing! About your hosts: With over 40 years representing major international clients such as Google, Emirates and HSBC; Mark Ryes has been trusted to be the voice for some of the world’s biggest brands. If your business needs a fresh voice to represent you, then make it Mark's British voice. As a voiceover, TV presenter, podcaster or product demonstrator - Mark makes your brand truly sparkle! Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Elegantly British with an intelligent, warm and seductive voice, Samantha Boffin helps creatives and production companies create great audio that really connects with their audience. BBC-trained and with over 20 years of broadcast experience on both sides of the mic, she's created award-winning promos, narration and commercials for companies all around the globe, including the BBC, Sky, Games Workshop, John Lewis, Audible and Penguin Random House. Samantha's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Ep 160 Trailer - Richie Tavake (out 13th Feb) | 10 Feb 2026 | 00:00:41 | |
Short trailer for Episode 160 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Richie Tavake. Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Mike Paine: The one with the Controlled Chaos! | 06 Feb 2026 | 00:32:11 | |
In ep 159 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Mike Paine joins Sam and Mark from Chicago to talk about how to approach a local market US radio commercial, switching between a serious cyber security narrator and a cartoon boss character, getting your lips round a droopy loopy tongue twister and which choices you make if you're asked to create a character on the fly. In the wildcards we find out what would happen if William Shatner auditioned as a Principal ballet dancer, or if film noir became sexy, or if your school crossing lady really was cross! Our VO question this week is all about advice and top tips for new entrants into the voice acting community. Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.uk Script 1 Narrator: Cross-Site Scripting or XSS is what happens when a hacker manages to inject malicious javascript into your webpage. Gruff Boss presentation to the board: Think micro-scalable, robust. We practically invented the term "mega-next-generation, 24/7 global R&D".... err, what's happened here? Narrator: If you don’t escape, or encode-out the javascript, then the browser will execute it as though you put it into your website. Script 2 Chattanooga… get ready. Something BIG is dropping. Actually… looping. Dropping AND looping. We don’t know how it works either, but it sounds cool. Introducing Chatt Droploop — the delivery app you didn’t know you needed, but now won’t be able to live without. Groceries? We loop it. Late-night snacks? Loop it. Forgot your wig at home and you at an event? Girl… we DEFINITELY loop that. We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today! **Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!" About our guest: Mike Paine is a Chicago based voice actor/coach/demo reel producer! During his 38+ year career the videos he’s voiced have had well over 250 MILLION YouTube views and counting. He’s narrated 57 audiobooks and the games he’s voiced have well over a million downloads! He’s also been working in network and major market radio for over 33 years - his first interview was with the late great Ozzy Osbourne! @themikepaineshow on Instagram Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing! About your hosts: With over 40 years representing major international clients such as Google, Emirates and HSBC; Mark Ryes has been trusted to be the voice for some of the world’s biggest brands. If your business needs a fresh voice to represent you, then make it Mark's British voice. As a voiceover, TV presenter, podcaster or product demonstrator - Mark makes your brand truly sparkle! Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Elegantly British with an intelligent, warm and seductive voice, Samantha Boffin helps creatives and production companies create great audio that really connects with their audience. BBC-trained and with over 20 years of broadcast experience on both sides of the mic, she's created award-winning promos, narration and commercials for companies all around the globe, including the BBC, Sky, Games Workshop, John Lewis, Audible and Penguin Random House. Samantha's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Ep 159 Trailer - Mike Paine (out 6th Feb) | 03 Feb 2026 | 00:00:45 | |
Short trailer for Episode 159 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Mike Paine. Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Perdita Lawton: The one with the Warm Bath Client! | 30 Jan 2026 | 00:34:07 | |
In ep 158 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Perdita Lawton joins Sam and Mark to talk about how to level the prosody in a corporate read, maintaining friendliness in the face of a very dry subject and how to approach a comedic audio book. We're also taming sheep, wearing slippers and telling fibs to fit in! Plus how knowing what a returning client wants feels like getting into a warm bath! Our wildcards include a puppy Mum with a very naughty four-legged friend, a narrator who goes from sadness to joy, and someone battling the wind to be heard! Our VO question this week is all about he Norman Beaton Fellowship - a flagship initiative run by BBC Audio Drama. Via this bursary, BBC Audio welcomes new actors each year to five-month contracts with the Radio Drama Company, and it's open to any voice actors who havent been to a traditional drama school. Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.uk Script 1 Updating both project files and controller firmware can now be done remotely and securely at any time from the Lighthouse Cloud interface, as well as directly from the Lighthouse Designer 2 software. Portals give you the ability to provide your own personalised version of Cloud to your customers – with a custom theme and URL access available. With Portals you can set up Multi-Sites - a convenient way to give Site owners the control they need while allowing a central administration department to maintain overall control. Portal admins have complete control over all Sites in a portal, and access to exciting new portal-only features. Script 2 Nanna Lem eventually told Penny what had happened, which boiled down to the age-old truth that people above a certain age should not climb onto chairs to clean cobwebs from the ceiling. Or, indeed, for any other purpose. "It's a sprain actually," she said, tilting her injured foot. "Or a bruised bone. Something like that. Not very serious." "But you're in hospital," Penny pointed out. "Ah, that's on account of me getting the white pills and the grey pills mixed up” "Oh?" We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today! **Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!" About our guest: Perdita Lawton is a voice actor, actor, theatre maker, film maker and plays the piano. She studied English and Drama at University, did a diploma in drama at theatre school and has been working in the industry ever since, spanning 20 years and counting. She has voiced many things from animations, audio dramas, films, and has 29 audio books currently available on audible. Perdita was a finalist in The Norman Beaton Fellowship for the BBC 2025 and this year is off to play at The Edinburgh Fringe. She spends her spare time volunteering as a scout leader teaching paddleboarding, kayaking, archery, climbing, camping and keeping young people safe as they learn….. which has been helpful in her new role as a puppy Mom keeping her puppy alive. Resources: Perdita's script was from ‘The Wonderland Murders’, book 1 of the Cozy Craft Murder Mystery series by Millie Ravensworth. Find it on audible here Find out more about the Norman Beaton fellowship by clicking on this link: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/16T1mNfG9PSPk6XsrHS9pk3/the-bbc-norman-beaton-fellowship Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing! About your hosts: With over 40 years representing major international clients such as Google, Emirates and HSBC; Mark Ryes has been trusted to be the voice for some of the world’s biggest brands. If your business needs a fresh voice to represent you, then make it Mark's British voice. As a voiceover, TV presenter, podcaster or product demonstrator - Mark makes your brand truly sparkle! Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Elegantly British with an intelligent, warm and seductive voice, Samantha Boffin helps creatives and production companies create great audio that really connects with their audience. BBC-trained and with over 20 years of broadcast experience on both sides of the mic, she's created award-winning promos, narration and commercials for companies all around the globe, including the BBC, Sky, Games Workshop, John Lewis, Audible and Penguin Random House. Samantha's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Ep 158 Trailer - Perdita Lawton (out 30th Jan) | 27 Jan 2026 | 00:00:45 | |
Short trailer for Episode 158 of "How Do You Say That?!" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Perdita Lawton. Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Hannah Hebblethwaite: The one with the Big 2026 Revelation! | 23 Jan 2026 | 00:33:32 | |
In ep 157 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Hannah Hebblethwaite joins Sam and Mark to talk about fitting too many words into a commercial read, varying the pace to combat a list, making IT interesting (even if you don't fully understand it) and how your website SEO is even more important if you have a particular accent or dialect. Plus we realise a massive relevation for 2026! Our VO question this week is all about entering the industry without formal acting training. Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.uk Script 1 Think about this: Every major break-through started with someone exploring just a little further.. One more question. One more experiment. One more late-night idea that refused to be ignored. In IT, exploration isn’t a nice-to-have. It’s essential. Because technology doesn’t stand still. And neither can we. So keep asking questions. Keep learning. Keep experimenting. Keep exploring. Because IT isn’t just what we do. It's how we think. Script 2 The Edinburgh Fringe can be hungry work! Fuel YOUR festival, on-the-go with us. You'll feel like you're stepping off the Royal Mile and into Rome, with our Italian-style street food; Trapizzino pizza pockets - crispy on the outside and meltingly savoury inside. Top it off with a scoop, or three, of our ice cream, featuring Dubai Chocolate and our delicious Aperol Spritz sorbet! Come and see us - and if you quote 'FREEBIE', we'll give you two pizza pockets for the price of one! But hurry - we're only open throughout the month of August. We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today! **Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!" About our guest: Hannah Hebblethwaite is an award-nominated actor who has been voice acting for 2 years. She has always loved video games since the days of Sonic the Hedgehog on the Mega Drive and now specialises in character work for games. With titles ranging from Indie to AAA, you might have heard her in Path of Exile 2, Fallout: London, Cabernet, Farewell North, or something else entirely! Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing! About your hosts: With over 40 years representing major international clients such as Google, Emirates and HSBC; Mark Ryes has been trusted to be the voice for some of the world’s biggest brands. If your business needs a fresh voice to represent you, then make it Mark's British voice. As a voiceover, TV presenter, podcaster or product demonstrator - Mark makes your brand truly sparkle! Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Elegantly British with an intelligent, warm and seductive voice, Samantha Boffin helps creatives and production companies create great audio that really connects with their audience. BBC-trained and with over 20 years of broadcast experience on both sides of the mic, she's created award-winning promos, narration and commercials for companies all around the globe, including the BBC, Sky, Games Workshop, John Lewis, Audible and Penguin Random House. Samantha's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Ep 157 Trailer - Hannah Hebblethwaite (out 23rd Jan) | 20 Jan 2026 | 00:00:42 | |
Short trailer for Episode 157 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Hannah Hebblethwaite. Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Vicki-Jo Eva: The one with the Gin-Fuelled Sleep Story! | 16 Jan 2026 | 00:34:01 | |
In ep 156 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Vicki-Jo Eva joins Sam and Mark to talk about stepping into a warm bath of gin, how varying the pace on a sleep story for younger listeners can make all the difference, and we ask is there a difference between bringing a character and bringing personality? Our wildcard's feature a prim and proper lady who's disgusted by alcohol, a man leaping across a floor of lava, and an amateur sleuth on the trail for clues. Our VO question this week is all about what skills you can bring from a previous career to the voiceover booth. Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.uk Script 1 Each of our gin stills is hand-built from high-grade copper, chosen for its natural ability to purify vapours and enhance flavour. From the boiler, where your wash begins its journey… to the column plates, ensuring a smooth, refined distillation… to the botanical basket, designed for perfect vapour infusion. The result? A clean, vibrant spirit - optimised for extracting the very best from your juniper, citrus, spices, and botanicals. Script 2 Mouse was sleepy. But he couldn’t fall asleep. Mouse fluffed his pillow and rearranged his blankets. He flipped from his back, to his tummy, to his side, then onto his back again. Staring at the ceiling, Mouse sighed. If he couldn’t sleep, he might as well play. He rummaged through his toy bin and found his laser sword. With a click and a zap, his light saber was ready. We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today! **Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!" About our guest: Vicki-Jo Eva started out as a dancer where she planned to be the next Darcey Bussell. However, as she grew, turned out the Royal Ballet didn't want her. After training as a dancer she went on to train as an actor at Cygnet Training theatre where they combine actor training and work in a repertory theatre company... and after years of theatre work, some bit parts in films and popping out two kids she found her home in Voice Acting. She specialises in characters and audiobook narration and is sought after by authors in the Mystery and Suspense & Historical Romantic Fiction genres but she's also used a pseudonym for some saucy stories! @vickijovoiceactor on Instagram Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing! About your hosts: With over 40 years representing major international clients such as Google, Emirates and HSBC; Mark Ryes has been trusted to be the voice for some of the world’s biggest brands. If your business needs a fresh voice to represent you, then make it Mark's British voice. As a voiceover, TV presenter, podcaster or product demonstrator - Mark makes your brand truly sparkle! Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Elegantly British with an intelligent, warm and seductive voice, Samantha Boffin helps creatives and production companies create great audio that really connects with their audience. BBC-trained and with over 20 years of broadcast experience on both sides of the mic, she's created award-winning promos, narration and commercials for companies all around the globe, including the BBC, Sky, Games Workshop, John Lewis, Audible and Penguin Random House. Samantha's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Ep 156 Trailer - Vicki-Jo Eva (out 16th Jan) | 13 Jan 2026 | 00:00:43 | |
Short trailer for Episode 156 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Vicki-Jo Eva. Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Barney Cooper: The one with the Vanishing Voice! | 09 Jan 2026 | 00:31:37 | |
In ep 155 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Barney Cooper joins Sam and Mark to talk about breaking up a script with pauses, the pace of a sleep story, and how to exude pride in a touchy feely kind of way! For our first show of 2026, Sam's voice is almost non-existant... so it's 80% non verbal but 100% sonic! There's a terrifying mission for a launch controller at NASA, and a ghost hunter who may not actually believe in the paranormal. There's a brush with royalty in our fun facts, how not to visit The Ritz, and from little acorns great oak trees grow! Our VO question this week is all about how actors transition from stage and TV acting to voice acting. Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.uk Script 1 Now before your journey begins, we have to make sure your parasympathetic nervous system is fully activated. So please go ahead and lie down on the bed at the centre of the room. Are you comfortable? Based on the preferences listed on your intake form, I have infused the air with the scent of lavender and cedarwood. Script 2 The first step. The first awesome sight. The beginning of a journey. The friends, The clubs and societies, The support, The place you called home, And the days and nights spent preparing for a bright future. Today is the day when it all comes together.. …that we celebrate you… …and everything you have achieved so far Because this is not the end. This is the beginning of a new and exciting chapter for you. We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today! **Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!" About our guest: Barney Cooper is a multi-award nominated British voice actor known for his commercial & corporate work, having voiced for organisations such as EA, Amazon Kids+, Samsung, McDonalds, BBC, Sony & Audi. Barney trained as a stage & screen actor & spent his early career treading the boards at The Royal Exchange, Lawrence Bately & Donmar Warehouse. A life-time’s love of audiobooks finally drew him to explore the world of voiceover; a craft he promptly fell in love with. In 2019 he built a voice booth and sallied forth into a full-time voice acting career. Six years and 2,500 professional bookings later, he's still going strong! Barney's also a proud Dad to two kids & one cat and an avid snowboarder. Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing! About your hosts: With over 40 years representing major international clients such as Google, Emirates and HSBC; Mark Ryes has been trusted to be the voice for some of the world’s biggest brands. If your business needs a fresh voice to represent you, then make it Mark's British voice. As a voiceover, TV presenter, podcaster or product demonstrator - Mark makes your brand truly sparkle! Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Elegantly British with an intelligent, warm and seductive voice, Samantha Boffin helps creatives and production companies create great audio that really connects with their audience. BBC-trained and with over 20 years of broadcast experience on both sides of the mic, she's created award-winning promos, narration and commercials for companies all around the globe, including the BBC, Sky, Games Workshop, John Lewis, Audible and Penguin Random House. Samantha's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Ep 155 Trailer - Barney Cooper (out 9th Jan) | 06 Jan 2026 | 00:00:43 | |
Short trailer for Episode 155 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Barney Cooper. Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Mike Bodie UNEDITED: The New Year Special | 02 Jan 2026 | 00:51:37 | |
In our New Year special episode of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, we go back to our conversation with Mike Bodie - and bring you the full unedited version. Originally titled "The one with the Golden Game Advice" Mike joins Sam and Mark to talk about how you can judge the age of a character through the pitch of the voice, the secrets you need to know for gaming auditions, and why an American accent with a British sentiment doesn't always work for casting directors. The VO question is all about the tools an actor uses on stage that are also useful in the voiceover booth. Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.uk Script 1 Complex ideas. Endlessly fascinating. Tricky to understand. That’s why companies like ours make bite-size, easy to follow videos (like this one) - packed with information, facts and examples that bring complicated ideas to life. For audiences everywhere - from pre-schoolers and students to work-forces and curious minds across the world. Script 2
We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today! **Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!" About our guest: Mike Bodie is an Olivier nominated actor, voice actor, and voice director based in London. He is one of the founders, owners, and performers of the Olivier and Tony award-winning theatre company, Mischief Theatre; makers of "The Play That Goes Wrong", now in it’s 10th year in the West End, and the upcoming "The Comedy About Spies" at the Noel Coward Theatre. Best known for his game VO work, Mike is one of the UK’s most prolific voice actors in games with over 130 games in 6 years. A regular speaker at games conferences across central, and eastern europe, Mike is a voice acting mentor with Limit Break, the video game mentorship program. Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing! About your hosts: With over 40 years representing major international clients such as Google, Emirates and HSBC; Mark Ryes has been trusted to be the voice for some of the world’s biggest brands. If your business needs a fresh voice to represent you, then make it Mark's British voice. As a voiceover, TV presenter, podcaster or product demonstrator - Mark makes your brand truly sparkle! Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Elegantly British with an intelligent, warm and seductive voice, Samantha Boffin helps creatives and production companies create great audio that really connects with their audience. BBC-trained and with over 20 years of broadcast experience on both sides of the mic, she's created award-winning promos, narration and commercials for companies all around the globe, including the BBC, Sky, Games Workshop, John Lewis, Audible and Penguin Random House. Samantha's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Ep 154 Trailer - Mike Bodie UNEDITED (out 2nd Jan) | 30 Dec 2025 | 00:00:32 | |
Short trailer for our New year special of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Mike Bodie - all completely unedited!!! Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Christmas Special: The one with the Boxing Day Boxes! | 26 Dec 2025 | 00:41:33 | |
In this special festive episode of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Katy Maw and Phil Rowe join Sam and Mark for a right-old Christmas knees-up. As it's Boxing Day - there are four boxes stuffed with seasonal audio goodies! Of course, there are also four scripts, full of festive goodness... and some wildcards too! This episode is also entirely on video - only the second one we've done this way, so you can watch it on YouTube as well: https://youtu.be/WVclGe-xKaE Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.uk Script 1 Cassandra made a great start in secondary school this year. Better than we could have hoped for. Her number one sport continues to be water polo. She also joined the school concert band and jazz band. She has made a lot of friends and is popular in her year. Jacqui manages to train as a surgeon while fitting in diving trips to Thailand, Cayman, Cuba and the Red Sea. We've told you about Tori's sporting prowess, and at number 5 in the world, she is not doing badly! The boys have a hamster. Script 2 It was snowing. It was always snowing at Christmas. December, in my memory, is white as Lapland, although there were no reindeers. But there were cats. Patient, cold and callous, our hands wrapped in socks, we waited to snowball the cats. Sleek and long as jaguars and horrible-whiskered, spitting and snarling, they would slide and sidle over the white back-garden walls, and the lynx-eyed hunters, Jim and I, fur-capped and moccasined trappers from Hudson Bay, off Mumbles Road, would hurl our deadly snowballs at the green of their eyes. Script 3 11 a.m. Office. Oh my God. Daniel Cleaver just sent me a message. Message Jones: You appear to have forgotten your skirt. As I think is made perfectly clear in your contract of employment, staff are expected to be fully dressed at all times. Cleave Hah! Undeniably flirtatious. Have never messaged Daniel Cleaver before but brilliant thing about messaging system is you can be really quite cheeky and informal, even to your boss. Also can spend ages practising. This is what I sent: Script 4 The finger pointed from the grave to him, and back again. "No, Spirit! Oh no, no!" The finger still was there. "Spirit!" he cried, tight clutching at its robe, "hear me! I am not the man I was. I will not be the man I must have been but for this intercourse. Why show me this, if I am past all hope!" For the first time the hand appeared to shake. We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today! **Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!" About our guests: Katy Maw has been voicing for about a quarter of a century after becoming a classically trained actor in London. She works daily, predominantly on corporate & commercial scripts & has voiced literally thousands of local & National radio ads over the years and she works across all other mediums of voicing, like e-learning and IVR, narration and dubbing/ADR. She has been seen & heard on television and film sporadically over the years (Sherlock, Eastenders) and has, in more recent years, started voicing video games and audio drama as she gets back into her dramatic acting. Her clients include Amazon, Blizzard, Warhammer, ASDA, T K Maxx, Global, Bauer, ITV & the BBC, but that is just the tip of the Blue Chip iceberg. A natural RP speaker but equally at home using accents particular when she gets to use her Bristolian home town accent! Yea but no!! One way or another, Phil Rowe has been using his voice professionally since childhood. Eager to somehow continue using his voice as an expressive tool, Phil was drawn to voiceover after a poor AI voice was supplied to him for a project that he was working on at the time. Phil replaced the offending voice with his own and, with decades of recording experience behind him, realised that he could grow a new career from his own studio. Since then Phil has served hundreds of happy clients all over the globe, in English and in Welsh, with voiceovers to lend their projects gravitas, depth and emotion. While his voice has covered many aspects of the industry, Phil especially enjoys scripts that call for a little drama and allow him to explore the full range of his versatility. Phil has recently embraced the world of podcasting with his weekly poetry podcast 'A Voice Like This' and is also midway through recording his first self-penned and produced audio drama series with full cast, out in 2026! Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing! About your hosts: With over 40 years representing major international clients such as Google, Emirates and HSBC; Mark Ryes has been trusted to be the voice for some of the world’s biggest brands. If your business needs a fresh voice to represent you, then make it Mark's British voice. As a voiceover, TV presenter, podcaster or product demonstrator - Mark makes your brand truly sparkle! Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Elegantly British with an intelligent, warm and seductive voice, Samantha Boffin helps creatives and production companies create great audio that really connects with their audience. BBC-trained and with over 20 years of broadcast experience on both sides of the mic, she's created award-winning promos, narration and commercials for companies all around the globe, including the BBC, Sky, Games Workshop, John Lewis, Audible and Penguin Random House. Samantha's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Boxing Day Trailer (out 26th Dec) | 23 Dec 2025 | 00:00:40 | |
There's very festive "How Do You Say That?!" coming your way on Boxing Day! | |||
| Rhiannon Moushall: The one with the Nasty Elf on the Shelf! | 19 Dec 2025 | 00:33:56 | |
In ep 152 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Rhiannon Moushall joins Sam and Mark to talk about getting a God complex and trees in the run up to Christmas! We work out how to sell something to a board of directors, without over selling it, and discuss how voiceover styles change over the years - and will probably come back into fashion! We find out about japanese gaming characters... and try to play a particularly ruthless ruler... a meglamaniac you might say... but one who presents as a little girl! In the wildcards, we go all wild west as Sam gets behind the bar as a Saloon Madame... Rhiannon gets festive with a nasty Elf on the shelf and Mark embodies a harrumphing Reindeer that's terrified of heights! Poor Santa! Our VO question this week is all about how collaborative as an artist you need to be when recording video games. Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.uk Script 1 We’re not just responding to change — we’re leading it. Our students show us every day what dedication looks like. They study in spare moments. In busy moments. In life-changing moments. And no matter where they start, they know they’re not alone. Because an entire university walks beside them. As we look to the future, our mission remains as powerful as ever. To make learning accessible, flexible, and truly open. Script 2 The enemy of my enemy is my friend, so out of courtesy, I present to you this corpse as a gift. For the sake of order, I am known by many titles: ‘Flamebearer’ who ends wars, ‘Tyrant’ of The Dawn, ‘Empress’ of the holy city, and ‘Imperator’ of the The Hunt. But in light of your unique identities, I’ll allow you to address me by my real name… Sylvia. On behalf of my people and this land, greetings, ‘Traveller’. We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today! **Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!" About our guest: Rhiannon Moushall is an award-winning actor who trained for musical theatre, but fell madly in love with VO, especially voicing games. She can be heard in ‘Honkai: Star Rail’; ‘Warframe’; ‘Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader’; ‘Planet Coaster 2’; the upcoming ‘Cliver Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival’; and the recently released ‘Foolish Mortals’. She’s also voiced national commercials for brands like Shopify, Microsoft, and Tampa Bay Tourism, alongside audiobooks, eLearning materials, countless IVR prompts, and a few animated series. @rhiannon.moushall on Instagram Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing! About your hosts: With over 40 years representing major international clients such as Google, Emirates and HSBC; Mark Ryes has been trusted to be the voice for some of the world’s biggest brands. If your business needs a fresh voice to represent you, then make it Mark's British voice. As a voiceover, TV presenter, podcaster or product demonstrator - Mark makes your brand truly sparkle! Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Elegantly British with an intelligent, warm and seductive voice, Samantha Boffin helps creatives and production companies create great audio that really connects with their audience. BBC-trained and with over 20 years of broadcast experience on both sides of the mic, she's created award-winning promos, narration and commercials for companies all around the globe, including the BBC, Sky, Games Workshop, John Lewis, Audible and Penguin Random House. Samantha's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Ep 152 Trailer - Rhiannon Moushall (out 19th Dec) | 16 Dec 2025 | 00:00:50 | |
Short trailer for Episode 152 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Rhiannon Moushall. Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Pete Nottage: The one with the Cracker Going Bang! | 12 Dec 2025 | 00:33:48 | |
In ep 151 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Pete Nottage joins Sam and Mark to talk about the ins and outs of TV continuity, as we learn the tricks from someone who trains new announcers! We hear from a teacher in the far distant future, avoid the mad professor, and add Joyce Grenfell to create a bit of strictness. There's a driving calamity, a caffeine infusion and a hi-5 pie chart! Sam brings her Mrs Claus to the festive table, there's a man with a fit of the giggles and a cracker going bang! Our VO question this week is all about how much freedom you get as a continuity script writer to bring in your own personality. Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.uk Script 1 Now - observe. What you see is a typical classroom. Notice the chairs: separate, rigid, identical. Students sat in them for hours at a time. Yes, I know—barbaric. And despite having access to global knowledge networks, they still memorised dates… on paper. Yet in their own chaotic way, they were innovative. They pushed the boundaries of medicine, climate science, artificial intelligence - and they weren’t afraid to imagine futures they’d never see. But the 2020's were also an age of fear. Script 2 It's definitely not a mint that's been left on your pillow - checking in for RAMSAY'S HOTEL HELL at ten to three. First, it's psychological, it's stylish, it's Dame Diana's final role and it's made by Edgar Wright - four reasons to stick around for our network premiere - LAST NIGHT IN SOHO. Expect very strong language and violence. We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today! **Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!" About our guest: Pete Nottage can be described as a voiceover, a continuity announcer, a presenter, a very tired dad and the living and breathing embodiment of a midlife crisis. It just depends who you’re talking to! He’s been one of the voices of Channel 4 in the UK since 2005, spending nearly twenty years crafting the art of saying “Countdown is next” in increasingly creative ways! He was one of the launch voices of More4, 4Seven and 4Music, spent a decade as the station voice of BBC 6Music and was the station promo voice of Manchester United TV for an awful long time, which is quite an achievement when he knows precisely boff-all about football. He’s been the literal voice of the earth at the Science Museum and drove around the world’s capital cities for a Smart Car web series. He's also been a vocal advocate for fair pay in the creative industries and has spent more than two decades making British broadcasting just a little bit warmer, a little bit funnier, and occasionally a lot more chaotic. Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing! About your hosts: With over 40 years representing major international clients such as Google, Emirates and HSBC; Mark Ryes has been trusted to be the voice for some of the world’s biggest brands. If your business needs a fresh voice to represent you, then make it Mark's British voice. As a voiceover, TV presenter, podcaster or product demonstrator - Mark makes your brand truly sparkle! Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Elegantly British with an intelligent, warm and seductive voice, Samantha Boffin helps creatives and production companies create great audio that really connects with their audience. BBC-trained and with over 20 years of broadcast experience on both sides of the mic, she's created award-winning promos, narration and commercials for companies all around the globe, including the BBC, Sky, Games Workshop, John Lewis, Audible and Penguin Random House. Samantha's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Ep 151 Trailer - Pete Nottage (out 12th Dec) | 09 Dec 2025 | 00:00:38 | |
Short trailer for Episode 151 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Pete Nottage. Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Tim Bick: The one with the Talking Dog Surprise! | 05 Dec 2025 | 00:34:27 | |
In ep 150 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Tim Bick joins Sam and Mark to talk about wildlife documentary reads, and whether we're so used to hearing Attenborough or Nat Geo styles that it's difficult to come up with anything new. We work out how intimate should an intimate read be, and how big should a big read be? We hark back 15 years to the comfortable announcer style that's so out of vogue these days - and ask what it is that a corporate film should really sound like. In the wildcards we get angry, get on Insta and bark our way into a new language! Our VO question this week is all about letting your client hear the loopback on a take in a directed session. Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.uk Script 1 Along the edge of the sea ice, walruses forage for clams buried in the mud — their whiskers sweeping like sensors across the seabed. Ringed, bearded, and harp seals glide through cracks in the ice, surfacing for air where the water meets frozen sky. Above us — the Arctic’s apex predator. The polar bear. It depends entirely on this frozen platform to hunt seals. As the ice retreats earlier each year, that balance — between predator and prey, ice and ocean — begins to fracture. Script 2 Presenting Empiricon Stewart Racing. Two teamwork powerhouses focused around the same goal - to unleash the full potential of a legendary race team. Empiricon creates software that transforms teamwork and makes possible together what would be impossible alone. And today, they join forces with an icon of Formula 1 to usher in a new era of racing. Together, we will advance teamwork in ways never-before-seen within the greatest team sport on earth. This is Empiricon Stewart Racing. We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today! **Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!" About our guest: Tim Bick's distinctive blend of warmth, intelligence, and authority has made him a trusted voice for global brands like Fiat, Microsoft and Pfizer, and broadcast networks including the BBC, Netflix and Apple TV. In addition to national TV campaigns and documentaries, Tim has brought humanity, humour and depth to multiple roles in video games such as Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, Nioh 3 and Smite. He can also be heard by the neighbours, teaching his dog to sing. Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing! To find out more about Tim's Loopback suggestion - click here About your hosts: With over 40 years representing major international clients such as Google, Emirates and HSBC; Mark Ryes has been trusted to be the voice for some of the world’s biggest brands. If your business needs a fresh voice to represent you, then make it Mark's British voice. As a voiceover, TV presenter, podcaster or product demonstrator - Mark makes your brand truly sparkle! Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Elegantly British with an intelligent, warm and seductive voice, Samantha Boffin helps creatives and production companies create great audio that really connects with their audience. BBC-trained and with over 20 years of broadcast experience on both sides of the mic, she's created award-winning promos, narration and commercials for companies all around the globe, including the BBC, Sky, Games Workshop, John Lewis, Audible and Penguin Random House. Samantha's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Ep 150 Trailer - Tim Bick (out 5th Dec) | 02 Dec 2025 | 00:00:36 | |
Short trailer for Episode 150 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Tim Bick. Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Carla Terry: The one with the Courtroom Drama! | 28 Nov 2025 | 00:31:52 | |
In ep 149 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Carla Terry joins Sam and Mark to talk about singing confessions, pop star neighbours and a mathematical conundrum. We take on a courtroom drama - but which side are we on? Prosecution or Defence? And can you tell from our vocal delivery? We also merge Judie Dench, Miss Trunchbull and Anne Robinson for a TV gameshow announcer with real flair... it's a lesson in how to be mean but not too mean! Plus if you've ever wanted to play disappointed rather than angry - we have the tips and tricks. Our VO question this week is all about the best kind of live Voice of God gigs out there! Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.uk Script 1 Members of the jury… You sit here not as spectators, but as the conscience of this room. Every look, every silence, every question that flickers across your mind — matters. Before you sits a man: Mr Jones. He stands accused of taking a life. A life that can never be returned. Now, Mr Jones tells us this was an accident. A misunderstanding. A tragic alignment of circumstance and coincidence. Script 2 Welcome contestants. Hanging above you are a number of balls. When they drop to the floor, you just need to find one and sit on it. However, there are one hundred of you and only ninety-nine balls. The last contestant to sit on a ball will be eliminated… and you’ll be blindfolded. Good luck, and remember, don’t come last. We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today! **Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!" About our guest: Carla Terry lives in the woods in Hertfordshire with her partner and two kids. She loves exercise - the tougher, the better, and right now, hyrox is her thing! Life’s a mix of voicing, muddy walks to pubs, sport, and family chaos. She once trained with some of the toughest military in the world on a reality TV show, but these days, you’ll catch her behind a mic at all sorts of events from sports and charity gigs to big corporate conferences around the world. Earlier this year, she was the live announcer for the family TV show 99 to Beat. Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing! About your hosts: With over 40 years representing major international clients such as Google, Emirates and HSBC; Mark Ryes has been trusted to be the voice for some of the world’s biggest brands. If your business needs a fresh voice to represent you, then make it Mark's British voice. As a voiceover, TV presenter, podcaster or product demonstrator - Mark makes your brand truly sparkle! Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Elegantly British with an intelligent, warm and seductive voice, Samantha Boffin helps creatives and production companies create great audio that really connects with their audience. BBC-trained and with over 20 years of broadcast experience on both sides of the mic, she's created award-winning promos, narration and commercials for companies all around the globe, including the BBC, Sky, Games Workshop, John Lewis, Audible and Penguin Random House. Samantha's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Ep 149 Trailer - Carla Terry (out 28th Nov) | 25 Nov 2025 | 00:00:41 | |
Short trailer for Episode 149 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Carla Terry. Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| George Weightman: The one with the Random Cat in the Hat! | 21 Nov 2025 | 00:35:19 | |
In ep 148 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, George Weightman joins Sam and Mark to talk about the world of character creation for video games. We ask what does "Victorian London" sound like to an American audience? There's a hesitant note of seduction, how to bring a snouty feel to a character, and the total embodiment of a woman scorned... not to mention a starring role for Peppa's Daddy Pig. Our VO question this week is all about our question is about taking taking the visual element out of acting - and George brings a great bit of acting advice all about authenticity - direct from the Moscow School of Arts. Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.uk Script 1 Christmas Eve, 1853. Step into the heart of Victorian London… where darkness comes alive. The candles gutter, the snow falls, and somewhere in the fog — a whisper calls your name. This holiday season, journey beyond the ordinary — into a world of ghosts and forgotten tales. Where every spirit has a story to share. Discover the magic in every haunting at “The Christmas Séance”… Listen. The ghosts are waiting. Script 2 We have a picture of the character in this script - and you can see that on our Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093692320140 'I don't care if the workshop scares you. Deliver the gold or face your punishment.' 'If any of you see Midas in the field, you know where to aim. I want those golden hands mounted on the walls of my study.' 'Then why are you talking and not shooting!' 'There are outlaws in my home...what am I paying you for? ELIMINATE THEM!' 'If you want to become wealthy beyond imagining, Bring me the man with the golden hands.' We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today! **Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!" About our guest: George Weightman was awarded Voice Artist of the Year 2025 at the One Voice Awards UK and Best Actor in an Indie Film at the New York Film Awards. Having trained in the UK and Russia, George has used his extensive versatility, both vocally and physically, to develop a career in screen acting, voice over and motion capture. His roles include Obelix in the ongoing series of Asterix & Obelix games, the lead villain of Spencer in the British indie feature film 'Tiny Little Voices', Fletcher Kane in 'Fortnite' and Daddy & Grandpa Pig in 'Peppa Pig Tales'. He also played a guest lead on the BBC's 'Doctors', was award nominated for his roles in 'Black Myth Wukong' and contributed to the BAFTA winning game 'Metaphor: ReFantazio’, among many others. He has also narrated over 70 audiobooks. Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing! About your hosts: With over 40 years representing major international clients such as Google, Emirates and HSBC; Mark Ryes has been trusted to be the voice for some of the world’s biggest brands. If your business needs a fresh voice to represent you, then make it Mark's British voice. As a voiceover, TV presenter, podcaster or product demonstrator - Mark makes your brand truly sparkle! Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Elegantly British with an intelligent, warm and seductive voice, Samantha Boffin helps creatives and production companies create great audio that really connects with their audience. BBC-trained and with over 20 years of broadcast experience on both sides of the mic, she's created award-winning promos, narration and commercials for companies all around the globe, including the BBC, Sky, Games Workshop, John Lewis, Audible and Penguin Random House. Samantha's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Ep 148 Trailer - George Weightman (out 21st Nov) | 18 Nov 2025 | 00:00:43 | |
Short trailer for Episode 148 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and George Weightman. Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Shiraz Engineer: The one with the Slug and Santa! | 14 Nov 2025 | 00:31:58 | |
In ep 147 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Shiraz Engineer joins Sam and Mark to talk about how to change inflection for the type of audience you're talking to, and we demonstrate it by bringing a vegetable plot to life - double digging and all! We explore how to create a sense of luxury and wistfulness, but still squeeze it into 30 seconds... and discuss how not to overwrite a script. In the wildcard section of the show: Santa makes his first appearance of the season (and your kids can get a personalised message from Santa at www.santamessages.uk) We have an over-confident entrepreneur on Dragon's Den (Shark Tank) and an amazing slug with a slimy trail. Our VO question this week is all about why you should shut up and listen when you're new to the industry! Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.uk Script 1 The second cycle involves the winter root crops, then the legumes with their nitrogen-fixing roots. Next come the onion family and finally a miscellaneous bunch of spinach, chard and oddities like oca and Chinese artichoke. Once the cycle is complete, there's another round of double digging with organic matter and the potatoes are planted once again. Not all crops take part in this merry dance. Perennials such as asparagus and artichokes occupy plots for an extended period. Rhubarb is the same, though easier to spot by its terracotta forcers. Script 2 When there’s electricity in the autumn air, it’s time to find your best drive in our latest EV. Breeze down country roads and get lost in the colourful leaves, with up to 550 km in all-electric range. Go from a 10-80% charge in the time it takes to finish that warm latte. Conquer roads filled with mud and unexpected snow, thanks to our All-Wheel Drive. Visit our website for details. We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today! **Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!" About our guest: Shiraz Engineer is a multi-award nominated voiceover artist - originally from London but who now lives in Madrid. She’s been performing with her voice since she was 9 after taking Speech and Drama lessons. Fast forward to now, where she’s been doing VO professionally for just shy of three years. She’s worked with high profile names such as Center Parcs, Kia Canada and Visa. She’s a regular ad voice on Global Radio and has dabbled in video gaming, audio drama and animation VO, starring as the voice of pink cat Shima Prime on popular animation YouTube channel Super Planet Dolan. Shiraz loves cooking, watching far too much TV, and being an active member of her local am dram society. Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing! About your hosts: With over 40 years representing major international clients such as Google, Emirates and HSBC; Mark Ryes has been trusted to be the voice for some of the world’s biggest brands. If your business needs a fresh voice to represent you, then make it Mark's British voice. As a voiceover, TV presenter, podcaster or product demonstrator - Mark makes your brand truly sparkle! Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Elegantly British with an intelligent, warm and seductive voice, Samantha Boffin helps creatives and production companies create great audio that really connects with their audience. BBC-trained and with over 20 years of broadcast experience on both sides of the mic, she's created award-winning promos, narration and commercials for companies all around the globe, including the BBC, Sky, Games Workshop, John Lewis, Audible and Penguin Random House. Samantha's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Ep 147 Trailer - Shiraz Engineer (out 14th Nov) | 11 Nov 2025 | 00:00:37 | |
Short trailer for Episode 147 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Shiraz Engineer. Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Paul Schmidt: The one with the Unnecessary Air Quotes | 07 Nov 2025 | 00:34:32 | |
In ep 146 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Paul Schmidt joins Sam and Mark to talk about naked comedy, dream kitchens, and salesy promos! We ask - are air quotes a good thing or completely unnecessary? Do men still sell to women and women to men - or is that just stereotypical 20th Century thinking? Are promos in the US still about the Moster Truck read? And how do you measure oomph against volume in a promo read? Our VO question this week is all about the one killer marketing thing you need to do for you Voice Over business in preparation for 2026. Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.uk Script 1 Try experimenting with classic layouts like L-shape, U-shape, galley, or island configurations in our planner. Each layout has its strengths — the L-shape is great for open-plan living, while a U-shape offers a great way to create an ergonomic "work triangle" with the sink, fridge and oven. Galley kitchens are ideal for compact or narrow areas - neat, streamlined and budget friendly - or, if you have the space, an island layout is perfect for families who love to cook and chat together. Now let’s talk functionality and comfort. Script 2 June is full of brand new shows and episodes all month long Including premieres on A&E, Bravo and SYFY Plus New Episodes on Discovery, NBC and TNT With two new channels: Pirate’s Cove on Channel 198 AND Bamboo Forest on Channel 199 - Watch now for your chance to win BIG PRIZES! Plus these channels in Free Preview. All this and more live and on demand, on NETWORK. We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today! **Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!" About our guest: Paul Schmidt is a successful voice actor, community builder, and voiceover business coach. He's also the creator of the VO Freedom Master Plan, a voiceover marketing program designed to generate consistent opportunities for voice actors to book work, and the VO Pro Community, a private, professional, global community created to meet the needs of voice actors and audiobook narrators who want to take their careers to the next level. Paul has been a voice actor for over 25 years and full-time for the last several. He lives in beautiful Richmond, Virginia with his son, Robbie. Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing! About your hosts: With over 40 years representing major international clients such as Google, Emirates and HSBC; Mark Ryes has been trusted to be the voice for some of the world’s biggest brands. If your business needs a fresh voice to represent you, then make it Mark's British voice. As a voiceover, TV presenter, podcaster or product demonstrator - Mark makes your brand truly sparkle! Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Elegantly British with an intelligent, warm and seductive voice, Samantha Boffin helps creatives and production companies create great audio that really connects with their audience. BBC-trained and with over 20 years of broadcast experience on both sides of the mic, she's created award-winning promos, narration and commercials for companies all around the globe, including the BBC, Sky, Games Workshop, John Lewis, Audible and Penguin Random House. Samantha's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Ep 146 Trailer - Paul Schmidt (out 7th Nov) | 04 Nov 2025 | 00:00:43 | |
Short trailer for Episode 146 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Paul Schmidt. Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Hannah Gardiner: The one with the Halloween House Tour! | 31 Oct 2025 | 00:33:40 | |
In ep 145 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Hannah Gardiner joins Sam and Mark to talk about how close mic-proximity and a whispered read can be more horrifying than ever. With witches, ghouls, werewolves and spiders... it's a spooky feel to this week's show. There's a Halloween House Tour that no real-estate company would want to give, and a Vincent Price style commercial for a theme park. We've a manic change between Jekyll and Hyde, and a spider spinning a very tangled web. Our VO question this week is all about how you can be on the road for months with a travel kit and still make a success of your voiceover career! Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.uk Script 1 Dare you ride the Halloween Express? Scare in the Park’ is back at Coaster Land and it’s scarier than ever… Try to relax with cocktails and music before you climb aboard the haunted Midnight Express. Journey through the night to your final destination where you’ll fight your way through the Horror Maze… Will you survive 'Scare In The Park’? Book now at Coaster Land dot com Script 2 My name is 3053 Sunny Ayre... but you can call me Sunny. I’ve been here since 1991 — standing strong, steady, and full of life. I’ve had only one family, but… what a beautiful story we’ve shared. I watched two people become five. I’ve seen tiny feet run down my stairs on Holidays heard laughter echo through my halls, and felt the warmth of every celebration, big and small. I’ve been loved — truly loved. My roof renewed, my windows replaced, my floors lined with hardwood that glows in the afternoon sun. We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today! **Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!" About our guest: Hannah Gardiner is an award-winning British voiceover artist originally from Bristol, now living in Spain. She has an innate love of theatre and drama, and in years gone by had a militant singing routine that included seven years of weekly lessons, twice-weekly choir practice, and obligatory monthly concerts. She studied Broadcast Journalism at Nottingham Trent University and spent eight years in the digital marketing world. It taught her the importance of purposeful storytelling, the power of a brand voice and how to communicate to people like an actual human being. From CentreParcs, Nivea and Google... she brings compelling, natural, and authentic reads in a world where sounding human is the key! @hannahgardinervoice on Instagram Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing! About your hosts: With over 40 years representing major international clients such as Google, Emirates and HSBC; Mark Ryes has been trusted to be the voice for some of the world’s biggest brands. If your business needs a fresh voice to represent you, then make it Mark's British voice. As a voiceover, TV presenter, podcaster or product demonstrator - Mark makes your brand truly sparkle! Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Elegantly British with an intelligent, warm and seductive voice, Samantha Boffin helps creatives and production companies create great audio that really connects with their audience. BBC-trained and with over 20 years of broadcast experience on both sides of the mic, she's created award-winning promos, narration and commercials for companies all around the globe, including the BBC, Sky, Games Workshop, John Lewis, Audible and Penguin Random House. Samantha's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Ep 145 Trailer - Hannah Gardiner (out 31st Oct) | 28 Oct 2025 | 00:00:38 | |
Short trailer for Episode 145 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Hannah Gardiner Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Kitty Lyddon: The one with the Magic Suction Cup! | 24 Oct 2025 | 00:35:27 | |
In ep 144 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Kitty Lyddon joins Sam and Mark to talk about why some producers looking for several languages like to take the easy route. There's parent energy in a game script for 7 year olds... We ask does material written at the turn of the 20th century automatically beg for RP, and if you have a scary story, do you start ghostly or does it build the horror if you start more neutral? Plus we have a freezing tip that'll chill your bones. Our VO question this week is all about how new starters in the voiceover industry can feel welcomed right from the beginning. Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.uk Script 1 The sale-room of an old and famous firm of book auctioneers in London is, of course, a great meeting-place for collectors, librarians, dealers: not only when an auction is in progress, but perhaps even more notably when books that are coming on for sale are upon view. It was in such a sale-room that the remarkable series of events began which were detailed to me by the person whom they principally affected, namely, Mr. James Denton, M.A., F.S.A., etc., etc., now, or lately, of Rendcomb Manor in the county of Warwick. Script 2 Long, long ago, the Earth was populated with INCREDIBLE dinosaurs! Much time has passed, and now only the fossils remain. Your task is to dig them up and reconstruct them… Get ready to discover buried secrets, using your wheelbarrow and shovel with magic suction cup! Dig the site as a team… Examine your pieces and reconstruct the 5 fossils. Look after your tools and watch out for rocks, so your shovels don’t break! First, look for the 8 stars on your fossils. Then find the egg with 2 stars, and win the game! We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today! **Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!" About our guest: Kitty Lyddon is half Irish, half English, born and raised in France, but living in Brussels. Her previous career was in literary publishing in Dublin and bookselling in Paris. She's lived in France, Ireland, the UK, Belgium and Sweden. She's been voicing full-time for three years now, working in both English and French, as she speaks both at a native level. One of her favorite discoveries within the voiceover industry is all the amazing people she's met at conferences! Her favourite hobbies are reading a book a week and swimming in the coldest water she can find. Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing! About your hosts: With over 40 years representing major international clients such as Google, Emirates and HSBC; Mark Ryes has been trusted to be the voice for some of the world’s biggest brands. If your business needs a fresh voice to represent you, then make it Mark's British voice. As a voiceover, TV presenter, podcaster or product demonstrator - Mark makes your brand truly sparkle! Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Elegantly British with an intelligent, warm and seductive voice, Samantha Boffin helps creatives and production companies create great audio that really connects with their audience. BBC-trained and with over 20 years of broadcast experience on both sides of the mic, she's created award-winning promos, narration and commercials for companies all around the globe, including the BBC, Sky, Games Workshop, John Lewis, Audible and Penguin Random House. Samantha's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Ep 144 Trailer - Kitty Lyddon (out 24th Oct) | 21 Oct 2025 | 00:00:35 | |
Short trailer for Episode 144 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Kitty Lyddon. Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Alan Irving: The one with the Spine-Chilling Audiobook! | 17 Oct 2025 | 00:35:10 | |
In ep 143 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Alan Irving joins Sam and Mark to talk about how different audiobook narrators prepare for the mammoth task of story and character prep... why an author might leave a narrator to it once they've been chosen for the job... and we bring you a passage from a horror story that'll make the hairs on the back of your neck stand up. Our VO question this week is all about the differences between narrating fiction and non fiction audio books. Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.uk Script 1 At Quarto, every book begins with obsession. Every page is designed, illustrated, and perfected to bring the stories you love to life in their most beautiful form. These aren’t just books - they’re stories that shaped you, reimagined and created by us to be held, read and re-read. Not to collect dust, but to be lived with and loved - over and over again. Quarto. Books that live in your hands. Script 2 He was just fading off to sleep when the ghost appeared. It looked over the edge from the ledge above. For the first time, the ghost revealed its face, and it was a face Almon had never seen before. It was an old man with pale, blistered skin and a long grey beard. Its eyelids were stitched together with thick interlacing leather thongs pulled tightly together. Even with these terrible mutilations to his eyes, somehow, he still watched Almon. We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today! **Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!" About our guest: Originally from Essex in the South-East of England, now living in Rossendale in the North-West, Alan Irving has been a voiceover artist and audiobook narrator since 2012. He's worked in almost all genre's, from Character work, Commercials, Corporate and E-Learning, IVR, Voice of God and of course Audiobooks. He lives with his partner Cathy, Daughter Hannah, his dog Willow and cat, Ruddles. (or "Rude Boy" as Alan likes to call him!) He also enjoys playing the guitar, likes to cook, and "appreciates" fine wines! Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing! About your hosts: With over 40 years representing major international clients such as Google, Emirates and HSBC; Mark Ryes has been trusted to be the voice for some of the world’s biggest brands. If your business needs a fresh voice to represent you, then make it Mark's British voice. As a voiceover, TV presenter, podcaster or product demonstrator - Mark makes your brand truly sparkle! Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Elegantly British with an intelligent, warm and seductive voice, Samantha Boffin helps creatives and production companies create great audio that really connects with their audience. BBC-trained and with over 20 years of broadcast experience on both sides of the mic, she's created award-winning promos, narration and commercials for companies all around the globe, including the BBC, Sky, Games Workshop, John Lewis, Audible and Penguin Random House. Samantha's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Ep 143 Trailer - Alan Irving (out 17th Oct) | 14 Oct 2025 | 00:00:41 | |
Short trailer for Episode 143 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Alan Irving. Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Gina Mellotte: The one with the Posh Old Biddy! | 10 Oct 2025 | 00:33:24 | |
In ep 142 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Gina Mellotte joins Sam and Mark to talk about to talk about all things promo, imaging and Voice of God. We ask when is a question not a question... wonder what to do with a bad piece of copy... and get a little excited when it turns out murder is afoot. There's also the thorny issue of how to say a date depending on which country you're voicing for! Our VO question this week is all about radio station imaging around the world, and whether it's changed much over the last decade. Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.uk Script 1 Ask yourself how much time it requires for a teacher to create tests designed to assess the understanding of concepts, mark each one individually… identify what concepts have not been understood, and then collate them into groups or levels of understanding. And then, does the teacher have the time to prepare lessons or revise earlier lessons? With Versa, all of this happens automatically. And it’s presented through an intuitive data visualisation so that tired teachers don’t need to wade through the data. Script 2 In picturesque towns with cosy gardens, murder is a foot! Who is hiding? Who is scheming? Who’s having tea and spilling the beans? Who hates who? And who is next? Who’s up for a first - class weekend of second guessing? Whodunnit Starts Friday August 29 We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today! **Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!" About our guest: From TV ads to In-store and Big Award Ceremonies - as well as ITV1 continuity and radio station imaging around the world - you'll absolutely know Gina Mellotte's voice. In demand for over 20 years, she's based in Somerset, and hates bigging herself up - so we have to do it for her! Gina worked in TV production at MTV before the call of the mic... and the list of clients she's worked for reads as a who's-who of companies we'd all like to work for! She's also been the voice of the BAFTA's - both film and TV - so she's no stranger to red carpet events. She's also dabbled at singing in bands - including one at college called The Bitchin' Blues! Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing! About your hosts: With over 40 years representing major international clients such as Google, Emirates and HSBC; Mark Ryes has been trusted to be the voice for some of the world’s biggest brands. If your business needs a fresh voice to represent you, then make it Mark's British voice. As a voiceover, TV presenter, podcaster or product demonstrator - Mark makes your brand truly sparkle! Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Elegantly British with an intelligent, warm and seductive voice, Samantha Boffin helps creatives and production companies create great audio that really connects with their audience. BBC-trained and with over 20 years of broadcast experience on both sides of the mic, she's created award-winning promos, narration and commercials for companies all around the globe, including the BBC, Sky, Games Workshop, John Lewis, Audible and Penguin Random House. Samantha's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Ep 142 Trailer - Gina Mellotte (out 10th Oct) | 07 Oct 2025 | 00:00:47 | |
Short trailer for Episode 142 of "How Do You Say That?!" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Gina Mellotte. Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Ingrid Wiseman: The one with the Sound of the Ground! | 03 Oct 2025 | 00:34:44 | |
In ep 141 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Ingrid Wiseman joins Sam and Mark to talk about accents, water and the elements! Just how DO you approach a script for a video to be played in a big conference as opposed to watching it on a compnay website - and how much earthy character does the ground need for a museum exhibit? Our VO question this week is all about whether you need to have an authentic accent to be booked for a job - even if you can do the specific accent really well. Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.uk Script 1 From the very beginning We transformed how waste water was managed Building new treatment works and infrastructure along our coast And set new standards for the future In every county, town and village, Every community, Every site, (even those tricky ones). In every office And in recent times, every home office, dining room, and kitchen too. On every project. Big and the small. Engineering, Finding leaks, Fixing bursts, And, helping customers. Now, we get to be part of a new era for our sector. Where reservoirs are built, Where technology is key, Where we have a new plan. Script 2 Psst... hey there.. it's me—the ground. Yep, right here... underneath your feet. I'm the top layer of the earth and, possess diverse capabilities depending on my composition. From soaking wet to bone dry, I form the basis for different habitats. And that's not all. If clay or humus are part of my mixture, I turn into a fantastic water filter. When water seeps through my fine layers, dirt particles and toxins simply filter out. If I consist of many coarse grains of sand, however, the water seeps away considerably faster and things tend to slip through me. We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today! **Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!" About our guest: Ingrid Wiseman trained as an actor at The Bristol Old Vic Theatre school and went on to work in Television, Radio, Theatre and Film for several years. As a very indecisive person she then had several other careers including being an Air stewardess, Wedding organiser, Recruitment Consultant, Estate Agent, and Drama teacher, but missed performing, during lockdown she found the time to set up as a voice over artist and hasn't looked back! Ingrid's clients include Medik8, Minecraft, E45, L’oreal, AstraZeneca, Pfizer, BBC Radio 4, Gold Radio and many more... She's currently recording a variety of characters for the BBC for an Educational History game for kids! @ingridwisemanvoiceover on Instagram Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing! About your hosts: With over 40 years representing major international clients such as Google, Emirates and HSBC; Mark Ryes has been trusted to be the voice for some of the world’s biggest brands. If your business needs a fresh voice to represent you, then make it Mark's British voice. As a voiceover, TV presenter, podcaster or product demonstrator - Mark makes your brand truly sparkle! Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Elegantly British with an intelligent, warm and seductive voice, Samantha Boffin helps creatives and production companies create great audio that really connects with their audience. BBC-trained and with over 20 years of broadcast experience on both sides of the mic, she's created award-winning promos, narration and commercials for companies all around the globe, including the BBC, Sky, Games Workshop, John Lewis, Audible and Penguin Random House. Samantha's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Ep 141 Trailer - Ingrid Wiseman (out 3rd Oct) | 30 Sep 2025 | 00:00:28 | |
Short trailer for Episode 141 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Ingrid Wiseman. Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Marissa Dubois: The one with the Singing Voice Actor! | 26 Sep 2025 | 00:34:04 | |
In ep 140 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Marissa Dubois joins Sam and Mark to talk about taking all the emotion out of a documentary read (and how feeling cross can help). We remove the schmaltz from a schmaltzy script and explore how not to be excessively sentimental when talking about love. Plus how varying your pace within a sentence can bring more drama, and how nailing a conversational read is one of the trickiest to pull off. Our VO question this week is all about how you prepare for a singing part in a voice over script. Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.uk Script 1 The knock could come at any hour. No explanation. No warning. Just a quiet summons. Questions came quickly. So did threats. These weren’t arrests. They were warnings. Proof that they were watching. And that if they chose... you could vanish The streets ran with fear. Voices were met with bullets. And then—he appeared. Not in a war room... but in the rain. It was the image of a ruler unravelling. Script 2 Love isn’t the goal. It’s the reason— the way they wait by the door, the silence that makes words unnecessary. They deserve care that keeps pace, support that shows up, science that moves with them every step. At PAWSITIVE, we’ve always stood beside the vets who listen closer, the pet parents who notice sooner. Not because it’s easy, but because it’s love. PAWSITIVE. For a life well loved. We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today! **Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!" About our guest: Marissa DuBois is a professional voice talent, singer, and singing coach based in Los Angeles, California, specializing in commercials, animation, video games, audiobooks, children’s songs, corporate narration, and more. She is also a multi-award-nominated actor for the One Voice Awards. She got her start in voice over studying acting at the University of Southern California and has since voiced 1000+ projects with major brands and clients around the world including Little Angels, Zales, Lego, Vida and Vet, Walmart, The North Face, Kia, and has voiced games available on all major consoles and app stores. Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing! About your hosts: With over 40 years representing major international clients such as Google, Emirates and HSBC; Mark Ryes has been trusted to be the voice for some of the world’s biggest brands. If your business needs a fresh voice to represent you, then make it Mark's British voice. As a voiceover, TV presenter, podcaster or product demonstrator - Mark makes your brand truly sparkle! Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Elegantly British with an intelligent, warm and seductive voice, Samantha Boffin helps creatives and production companies create great audio that really connects with their audience. BBC-trained and with over 20 years of broadcast experience on both sides of the mic, she's created award-winning promos, narration and commercials for companies all around the globe, including the BBC, Sky, Games Workshop, John Lewis, Audible and Penguin Random House. Samantha's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Ep 140 Trailer - Marissa Dubois (out 26th Sep) | 23 Sep 2025 | 00:00:44 | |
Short trailer for Episode 140 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Marissa Dubois. Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Michael Ashtiany: The one with the Cat Called Dave! | 19 Sep 2025 | 00:33:15 | |
In ep 139 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Michael Ashtiany joins Sam and Mark to talk about judging a read properly depending the demographic of the audience... Making a story so a script is easy to follow... How to nail a "being bored" read and how having a connection to the subject matter can make all the difference to your delivery. We also meet a demonic cat, a psychotic PE teacher and there's a script about sleep that'll make you sit up wide awake! Our VO question this week is all about keeping positive when perhaps the industry can feel a little negative at times! Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.uk Script 1 I would like to point out I am not illiterate. Diagnosing the actual problem is pretty much the v - e - t's sole function in society but alas on this occasion I doubt she's going to be of very much assistance. [a demonic cat miaow/hiss] I feel the need to point out that I am not in the least bit psychotic, I am in fact demonically possessed. There is a big difference. Script 2 About an hour and a half before bed, it helps to start winding down. Falling asleep isn’t like flicking a switch, it’s more like slowly turning down a dimmer. A little routine before bed tells your body, okay, time to switch off. And in the morning? Here’s the tough bit…when the alarm goes, get up right away. I know, it feels brutal. That groggy, heavy-eyed feeling has a name…sleep inertia. But snoozing only makes it worse. The best fix? Get up, get moving, and shake it off. We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today! **Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!" About our guest: Michael Ashtiany is a multi-award nominated voice actor from Manchester, but now lives in France! He's been in the industry for 8 years and has voiced for brands including Amnesty International, Netflix, Paypal, and Amex. He's a passionate sports fan, particularly football, and has loved voicing his team Manchester United, as well F1 and Rugby League. He's also big on the voiceover podcast scene too... co-hosting the Off Air Voiceover Podcast. Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing! About your hosts: With over 40 years representing major international clients such as Google, Emirates and HSBC; Mark Ryes has been trusted to be the voice for some of the world’s biggest brands. If your business needs a fresh voice to represent you, then make it Mark's British voice. As a voiceover, TV presenter, podcaster or product demonstrator - Mark makes your brand truly sparkle! Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Elegantly British with an intelligent, warm and seductive voice, Samantha Boffin helps creatives and production companies create great audio that really connects with their audience. BBC-trained and with over 20 years of broadcast experience on both sides of the mic, she's created award-winning promos, narration and commercials for companies all around the globe, including the BBC, Sky, Games Workshop, John Lewis, Audible and Penguin Random House. Samantha's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||
| Ep 139 Trailer - Michael Ashtiany (out 19th Sep) | 16 Sep 2025 | 00:00:48 | |
Short trailer for Episode 139 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Michael Ashtiany. Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin | |||