Vocal Babble – Details, episodes & analysis

Welcome to the very first episode of Vocal Babble. In this episode, we chat to our hosts and Vocal Balance co-founders, Julie Gossage and Richard Halton, to find out more about them and the story behind Vocal Balance

Production: Vocal Balance Ltd.

Hosts/co-founders: Julie Gossage and Richard Halton

Producers: James Leeman and Louisa Beadel

Music: Scarlet Halton

Photography: Christopher James Creative

The Vocal Babble producers would like to provide a special thanks to Rebecca Ridout for providing the recording equipment for this episode.

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In Part One of Episode 2, Julie and Richard are joined by actress, coach, writer, and founder of Prep Your Rep London, Ceili O'Connor. Together, they discuss all things related to side hustles and explore whether the entrepreneurial side of an actor can help them thrive.

This episode is split into two parts.

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In this week's episode, we meet some members of the Vocal Balance HQ team. With Julie taking the hosting reins solo, the episode focuses on getting to know the people behind the company and exploring the importance of being part of a team.

Cast: Julie Gossage, James Leeman, Louisa Beadel, Charlie Clay, Amy Whittle and Matt Faull.

*Please note: As our team members are based across the UK, this episode features a mix of guests joining both online and in person.

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In this final episode of Season 1, Julie and Richard answer questions from listeners, picking a random selection from The Babble Box as they tackle topics on all things voice and life.

Hosts: Julie Gossage and Richard Halton

Time Stamps:

1:16

Question 1: Any tips for for pre-menstrual voice syndrome affecting singing? 

6:38

Question 2: Why does my voice get tired so quickly during practice?

13:35

Question 3: How much should I practice each day?

21:37

Question 4: Any tips for dealing with stage fright?

35:38

Question 5: How do I heighten my belting range? 

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Vocal Babble hosts Julie Gossage and Richard Halton are joined by Thomas Walton, actor and founder of the community interest company Theatre North. Together, they discuss all things theatre in the North of England and whether it is viable to pursue a performing career on stage while living outside London.

Production: Vocal Balance Ltd.

Hosts: Julie Gossage and Richard Halton

Guest: Thomas Walton

Producers: James Leeman and Louisa Beadel

Music: Scarlet Halton

Artwork: Tom Harrop at Designed by Tom

Photography: Christopher James Creative

Studio: Podcast Room, London Bridge

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Joining Julie and Richard is actor and star of stage and screen, Max Harwood. Best known for his breakout role as Jamie in the Amazon film ‘Everybody’s Talking About Jamie’, as well as appearances in ‘Stranger Things: The First Shadow’ , 'Black Mirror' and ‘Percy Jackson: The Lightning Thief’, Max joins us to share insights from his journey so far. Drawing on his own experiences, he discusses his thoughts on how to look after yourself both professionally and personally while navigating the entertainment industry.

Production: Vocal Balance Ltd.

Hosts: Julie Gossage and Richard Halton

Guest: Max Harwood

Producers: James Leeman and Louisa Beadel

Music: Scarlet Halton

Artwork: Tom Harrop at Designed by Tom

Photography: Christopher James Creative 

Studio: Podcast Room, London Bridge

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In this episode, Julie and Richard chat with actress Kirsty Sparks, who recently returned to the industry after a 20 year hiatus. Having enjoyed a celebrated career in shows such as ‘Me and My Girl’, ‘Cats’ and ‘Starlight Express’, she then stepped away from the industry to focus on her family while exploring other pursuits, including work as a choreographer, artistic director, teacher and fitness coach.

Following her return to the stage in the UK tour of ‘Hairspray’, she can now be seen in the UK and Ireland tour of ‘Top Hat’, which previously played at Chichester Festival Theatre and the Southbank Centre. Kirsty shares her journey and reflects on what it has been like to step back into the spotlight.

Production: Vocal Balance Ltd.

Hosts: Julie Gossage and Richard Halton

Guest: Kirsty Sparks

Producers: James Leeman and Louisa Beadel for Vocal Balance Ltd.

Studio: Podcast Room, London Bridge

Music: Scarlet Halton

Artwork: Tom Harrop

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On this episode, Julie and Richard are joined by performer Katie Deacon, who, after training in classical ballet, made the move into musical theatre. Reflecting on her journey, Katie chats about the differences between the two worlds, her passion for great teaching, and how, despite the odds, she advocates for a change to the narrative around how dancers are perceived in musical theatre.

Production: Vocal Balance Ltd.

Hosts: Julie Gossage and Richard Halton

Guest: Katie Deacon

Producers: James Leeman and Louisa Beadel for Vocal Balance Ltd.

Studio: Podcast Room, London Bridge

Music: Scarlet Halton

Photography: Christopher James Creative

Design: Tom Harrop

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In this episode, hosts Julie and Richard are joined by Nottingham born actress and life and performance coach Sophie Linder Lee, for an inspiring and honest conversation. Sophie shares her journey through the industry so far, alongside the powerful work she does to support performers in navigating their careers while protecting their wellbeing in a demanding and ever changing profession.

Production: Vocal Balance Ltd.

Hosts: Julie Gossage and Richard Halton

Producers: James Leeman and Louisa Beadel for Vocal Balance Ltd.

Studio: Podcast Room, London Bridge

Music: Scarlet Halton

Photography: Christopher James Creative

Artwork: Tom Harrop

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