Explore every episode of the podcast Voiceover Lessons for Beginners
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| 036 Performance Tip: Who Where Why | 29 Apr 2025 | 00:02:55 | |
Answer these three questions for deeper connection to your audience - and better performances. My Linktree: https://linktr.ee/johnmatthewvo Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com [NOTE: I won't receive comments left on platforms I don't have accounts with, so please use the email if you don't hear back from me.] Copyright 2025 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction or use permitted, including use for AI training or content creation. Music & SFX copyright Envato and/or their associated artists. Graphic images copyright John Matthew or Canva and/or their associated artists. | |||
| 035 Basic Commercial Script Analysis | 15 Apr 2025 | 00:02:52 | |
Four simple questions for a better understanding of commercial voiceover scripts - and better performances. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1d0l1QZAQgjxiPgLRFa5e_4NohcC8ZYa9M86RZFz1jqI/edit?usp=sharing XYZ Bank online banking was designed with you in mind. This secure, easy-to-use system lets you access your XYZ Bank accounts anytime, 24/7, from the convenience of your computer or our mobile app. With XYZ Bank online banking, you can check and manage account balances… Monitor your account activity… Make payments and transfer funds easily… Reconcile accounts… Track expenses… Or get Online Banking Help through our Secure Message Center. Signing up for XYZ Bank online banking is simple. If you’re a current XYZ Bank customer with a checking or savings account, you can sign up instantly online. Even if you aren’t a current XYZ Bank customer, you can still sign-up online. Just visit our website and click Online Banking to get started now! Make banking easier. Discover the power of free Online Banking at XYZ Bank. My Linktree: https://linktr.ee/johnmatthewvo Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com Copyright 2025 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction or use permitted, including use for AI training or content creation. Music & SFX copyright Envato and/or their associated artists. Graphic images copyright John Matthew or Canva and/or their associated artists. | |||
| 026 Beginner Tip: Take It Slow | 16 Apr 2024 | 00:02:37 | |
John solves a common beginner's dilemma with this simple tip. Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew The Lessons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw33En2XnPZnJDIH-rUDguk_mymLzpEBQ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2024 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. Music & SFX copyright Envato and/or their associated artists. Graphic images copyright John Matthew or Canva and/or their associated artists. | |||
| 025 Script Tip #1: Problem & Solution | 01 Apr 2024 | 00:02:32 | |
Improve your reads with this simple script analysis tip. Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew The Lessons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw33En2XnPZnJDIH-rUDguk_mymLzpEBQ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2024 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. Music & SFX copyright Envato and/or their associated artists. Graphic images copyright John Matthew or Canva and/or their associated artists. | |||
| 024 How To Get Started In Voiceover | 19 Mar 2024 | 00:03:29 | |
A concise 5-part plan to launch your voiceover career. Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew The Lessons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw33En2XnPZnJDIH-rUDguk_mymLzpEBQ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2024 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. Music & SFX copyright Envato and/or their associated artists. Graphic images copyright John Matthew or Canva and/or their associated artists. | |||
| 023 Impressions & Prototypes | 16 Feb 2024 | 00:03:20 | |
John explains the difference between impressions and prototypes, and how to handle each. Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew The Lessons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw33En2XnPZnJDIH-rUDguk_mymLzpEBQ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2024 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. Music & SFX copyright Envato and/or their associated artists. Graphic images copyright John Matthew or Canva and/or their associated artists. | |||
| 022 Practice the Boring Stuff | 28 Jan 2024 | 00:02:35 | |
John explains why you should practice technical material. Also, I changed the cover art. Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew The Lessons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw33En2XnPZnJDIH-rUDguk_mymLzpEBQ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2024 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. Music & SFX copyright Envato and/or their associated artists. Graphic images copyright John Matthew or Canva and/or their associated artists. | |||
| 021 Top 7 Tips for Getting Paid | 12 Dec 2023 | 00:06:52 | |
John gives you 7 ways to help you get paid on time. Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew The Lessons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw33En2XnPZnJDIH-rUDguk_mymLzpEBQ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2023 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. Music & SFX copyright Envato and/or their associated artists and used under license for this production. | |||
| 020 The Good & Bad of Voiceover Work | 27 Nov 2023 | 00:04:44 | |
John goes through his top 5 favorite things about voiceover work, and some of the the not-so-good things too. Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew The Lessons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw33En2XnPZnJDIH-rUDguk_mymLzpEBQ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2023 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. Music & SFX copyright Envato and/or their associated artists and used under license for this production. | |||
| 019 Client Deliverables | 13 Nov 2023 | 00:06:41 | |
John explains exactly what you should be delivering to clients when you send them job files in this important lesson. Lesson 16 Audio Specs: https://youtu.be/f_axYX2PBEw https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/5ZMBvGexmEb Lesson 18 Editing & Processing: https://youtu.be/bFZreyKR9_k?si=mpaFJpf61jtSGLXN https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jmvopodcast/episodes/Recording-Basics-3-Basic-Voiceover-Editing--Processing---Step-By-Step-Voiceover-Lessons-for-Beginners-18-e2bb40r Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew The Lessons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw33En2XnPZnJDIH-rUDguk_mymLzpEBQ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2023 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. Music & SFX copyright Envato and/or their associated artists and used under license for this production. | |||
| 018 Recording Basics #3 Basic Voiceover Editing & Processing | 01 Nov 2023 | 00:11:24 | |
A beginner's guide to editing and processing a voiceover in Sound Forge Pro 17. If you have different software, the specifics will vary but the concepts are the same. Lesson 16 Audio Specs: https://youtu.be/f_axYX2PBEw https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/5ZMBvGexmEb Lesson 17 Recording & Saving: https://youtu.be/RpSGTcILOKc https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/NLj6ZFexmEb Compression Basics: https://www.uaudio.com/blog/audio-compression-basics/ Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew The Lessons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw33En2XnPZnJDIH-rUDguk_mymLzpEBQ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2023 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. Sound Forge Pro software is copyright Magix. | |||
| 017 Recording Basics #2 Record & Save a Voiceover | 17 Oct 2023 | 00:05:08 | |
A beginner's guide to recording a voiceover in Sound Forge Pro 17. If you have different software, the specifics will vary but the concepts are the same. Lesson 16 Audio Specs: https://youtu.be/f_axYX2PBEw https://open.spotify.com/episode/1hefjwEHueMljtoJYP7ERn?si=-Vvfs5LJTj2ESrBWFhd0Vg Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew The Lessons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw33En2XnPZnJDIH-rUDguk_mymLzpEBQ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2023 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. Sound Forge Pro software is copyright Magix. | |||
| 034 What You Want & What The Business Wants | 31 Mar 2025 | 00:02:40 | |
What you want to do in the voiceover business may not be what the business wants you to do. My Linktree: https://linktr.ee/johnmatthewvo Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com Copyright 2025 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction or use permitted, including use for AI training or content creation. Music & SFX copyright Envato and/or their associated artists. Graphic images copyright John Matthew or Canva and/or their associated artists. | |||
| Bonus Lesson 2: Do What Works For YOU | 29 Sep 2023 | 00:02:49 | |
In the second bonus lesson, John illustrates an important principle - and we hear the new audio logo! Bill Nighy interview: https://youtu.be/6Aq_V3LTbtg?si=SlsTBsGrnSZ1fF0X Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew The Lessons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw33En2XnPZnJDIH-rUDguk_mymLzpEBQ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2023 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. | |||
| 016 Recording Basics #1 Audio Specs & File Formats | 19 Sep 2023 | 00:06:16 | |
A techy primer for voiceover talent new to recording. More info: https://www.izotope.com/en/learn/digital-audio-basics-sample-rate-and-bit-depth.html https://www.izotope.com/en/learn/whats-the-difference-between-file-formats.html Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew The Lessons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw33En2XnPZnJDIH-rUDguk_mymLzpEBQ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2023 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. | |||
| 015 Three Techniques for Better Performances | 01 Sep 2023 | 00:04:16 | |
Here are three simple techniques to improve your voice acting for auditions and jobs. Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew The Lessons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw33En2XnPZnJDIH-rUDguk_mymLzpEBQ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2023 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. | |||
| 014 Celebrity Voiceovers: A Discussion | 20 Aug 2023 | 00:02:56 | |
John and a very special mystery guess discuss celebrities doing voiceover work, and how it effects the rest of us. Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Coaching info: https://johnmatthew.com/coaching/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew The Lessons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw33En2XnPZnJDIH-rUDguk_mymLzpEBQ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2023 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. | |||
| 013 Multiple Takes for Better Voiceover Auditions | 08 Aug 2023 | 00:06:23 | |
In lucky episode 13, John and special guest Kathleen take a closer look at multiple audition takes. Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew The Lessons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw33En2XnPZnJDIH-rUDguk_mymLzpEBQ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2023 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. Commercial copy used in this episode was written by John Matthew for demonstration purposes only. | |||
| 012 7 Easy Tips for Better Voiceover Auditions | 25 Jul 2023 | 00:05:41 | |
In the first episode of Series 2, John shares some home audition tips gleaned from his years of experience. Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew The Lessons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw33En2XnPZnJDIH-rUDguk_mymLzpEBQ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2023 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. | |||
| 011 Home Studio Part 5: Software | 16 Jul 2023 | 00:06:54 | |
In Lesson 11, John looks at popular recording & editing software for voiceover talent, and gives a few comments on studio monitors.GarageBand—MAC; FREE with MAC; limited editing & multitracking ability, but a good place to start before upgrading. Audacity—WIN/MAC; FREE and popular: I personally don’t like it. Wave editor. Adobe Audition— WIN/MAC; wave editor with multitrack capabilities. Twisted Wave— WIN/MAC; wave editor. Magix Sound Forge Pro—WIN/MAC; wave editor, what I use; also comes in a stripped-down version. Pro Tools & Logic Pro—highly capable pro level recording and producingsuites; way more firepower than you need for just recording and editing VO tracks or making demos in multitrack; do not recommend unless you’re already using and comfortable with the software Multitrack environments for making demos: PreSonus Studio One—highly capable multitrack environment; I find it simpler and easier to use than Pro Tools & Logic Pro. Reaper—WIN/MAC; fully capable multitrack recording & editing; inexpensive but a bit more complex than you may need if only doing VO. Magix Vegas Pro—this is a video editing package but features a very intuitive and easy-to-learn multitrack audio environment; like Sound Forge, also comes in a stripped-down version. Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew The Lessons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw33En2XnPZnJDIH-rUDguk_mymLzpEBQ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2023 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. | |||
| 010 Home Studio Part 4: Audio Interfaces | 03 Jul 2023 | 00:06:41 | |
In Lesson 10, John gives a primer on microphone preamps and audio interfaces. Audio interfaces are also called sound cards, audio devices, or audio input-output devices.Audio Devices under $300 as of upload date:Focusrite Scarlett 2i2Focusrite Scarlett SoloMOTU M2 2x2Behringer U-Phoria UMC204HDSolid State Logic SSL2+Universal Audio Volt 2 USB-C I haven’t found any good comparison videos yet but I’ll update show notes if I do. Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew The Lessons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw33En2XnPZnJDIH-rUDguk_mymLzpEBQ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2023 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. | |||
| Bonus Lesson 1: Microphone Technique | 18 Jun 2023 | 00:03:43 | |
In this first bonus lesson, John gives a primer on microphone technique for recording voiceover. Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew The Lessons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw33En2XnPZnJDIH-rUDguk_mymLzpEBQ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2023 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. | |||
| 009 Home Studio Part 3: The Microphone | 11 Jun 2023 | 00:07:10 | |
In Lesson 9, John gives a primer on microphones for voiceover, and makes some recommendations. More info on VO mics: https://www.voices.com/blog/which-microphones-are-best-for-voice-actors/ Mic comparison videos: https://youtu.be/5uyBYnoZB5k https://www.sweetwater.com/ Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Coaching info: https://johnmatthew.com/coaching/ Practice copy, equipment page & more: https://johnmatthew.com/voiceover-resources The Lessons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw33En2XnPZnJDIH-rUDguk_mymLzpEBQ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2023 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. | |||
| 033 Connection for Diction Practice | 17 Mar 2025 | 00:02:47 | |
Why you need to connect when practicing your diction, and how to do it. My Linktree: https://linktr.ee/johnmatthewvo Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com Copyright 2025 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction or use permitted, including use for AI training or content creation. Music & SFX copyright Envato and/or their associated artists. Graphic images copyright John Matthew or Canva and/or their associated artists. | |||
| 008 Home Studio Part 2: The Voice | 29 May 2023 | 00:05:20 | |
In Lesson 8, John talks about the importance and variables of vocal production, as the second link in the voiceover recording chain. Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew The Lessons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw33En2XnPZnJDIH-rUDguk_mymLzpEBQ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2023 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. | |||
| 007 Home Studio Part 1: The Recording Environment | 17 May 2023 | 00:06:03 | |
In Lesson 7, John begins his home voiceover studio mini-series with a discussion of the first link in the audio recording chain: the recording environment. Website: https://johnmatthew.com Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew The Lessons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw33En2XnPZnJDIH-rUDguk_mymLzpEBQ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2023 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. | |||
| 006B Making your voiceover demos & clips | 31 Dec 2022 | 00:08:06 | |
In Lesson 6 Part 2, John talks about working with a producer to get your demos made, and making simple clips on your own. Voiceover Resource Guide (VORG): https://voiceoverresourceguide.com/ Voiceover Universe: https://voiceoveruniverse.ning.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew The Lessons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw33En2XnPZnJDIH-rUDguk_mymLzpEBQ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2022 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. | |||
| 006A All About Voiceover Demos PART 1 | 10 Nov 2022 | 00:04:22 | |
In Lesson #6 Part 1, we begin to untangle the complicated modern world of voiceover demos with a broad overview of the current VO demo landscape. Website : https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew The Lessons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw33En2XnPZnJDIH-rUDguk_mymLzpEBQ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2022 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. | |||
| 005 How Much Does Voiceover Really Pay? | 24 Oct 2022 | 00:04:33 | |
In Lesson #5, we discuss how much different types of voiceover work actually pay, including both union and non-union jobs. Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew The Lessons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw33En2XnPZnJDIH-rUDguk_mymLzpEBQ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2024 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. Music & SFX copyright Envato and/or their associated artists. Graphic images copyright John Matthew or Canva and/or their associated artists. | |||
| 004 How Do You Get Voiceover Work? | 03 Oct 2022 | 00:06:27 | |
In Lesson 4 we explore some of the principal ways voice actors get work, and when you should start looking. Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew The Lessons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw33En2XnPZnJDIH-rUDguk_mymLzpEBQ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2024 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. Music & SFX copyright Envato and/or their associated artists. Graphic images copyright John Matthew or Canva and/or their associated artists. | |||
| 003 Is Voiceover Right For You? | 24 Sep 2022 | 00:04:18 | |
In Lesson 3 we explore some core characteristics of successful voice actors - how well do you match up?! Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew The Lessons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw33En2XnPZnJDIH-rUDguk_mymLzpEBQ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2024 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. Music & SFX copyright Envato and/or their associated artists. Graphic images copyright John Matthew or Canva and/or their associated artists. | |||
| 002 Who Does Voiceover? | 24 Sep 2022 | 00:03:18 | |
In this Lesson, we talk about the many different people doing voiceover work, and answer the question - "Can you be one of them?" We finish with your next assignment. Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew The Lessons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw33En2XnPZnJDIH-rUDguk_mymLzpEBQ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2024 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. Music & SFX copyright Envato and/or their associated artists. Graphic images copyright John Matthew or Canva and/or their associated artists. | |||
| 001 What Is A Voiceover? | 24 Sep 2022 | 00:03:00 | |
In this first Lesson, we define "voiceover", discuss the implications for the newcomer, and get you going with your first assignment! Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew Practice copy, equipment page & more: https://johnmatthew.com/voiceover-resources The Lessons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw33En2XnPZnJDIH-rUDguk_mymLzpEBQ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2024 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. Music & SFX copyright Envato and/or their associated artists. Graphic images copyright John Matthew or Canva and/or their associated artists. | |||
| Series Introduction - Voiceover Lessons for Beginners | 24 Sep 2022 | 00:00:54 | |
What is this new educational series for voiceover students all about? Listen and find out! Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Coaching info: https://johnmatthew.com/coaching/ Practice copy, equipment page & more: https://johnmatthew.com/voiceover-resources The Lessons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw33En2XnPZnJDIH-rUDguk_mymLzpEBQ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2024 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. Music & SFX copyright Envato and/or their associated artists. Graphic images copyright John Matthew or Canva and/or their associated artists. | |||
| 032 Fear of Failure: Performing | 23 Feb 2025 | 00:03:10 | |
A look at how fear of failure can effect you as a performer, and how to handle it. My Linktree: https://linktr.ee/johnmatthewvo Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com Copyright 2025 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction or use permitted, including use for AI training or content creation. Music & SFX copyright Envato and/or their associated artists. Graphic images copyright John Matthew or Canva and/or their associated artists. | |||
| 031 Script Problems 2 - Self-Directing | 30 Aug 2024 | 00:04:46 | |
How to handle script problems when recording on your own. Example 1: We recommending using water with soap. Solution: We recommend using water with soap. Example 2: Soap, for example, is an example of a consumer cleaning a product. Solutions: AS IS Soap, for example, is an example of a consumercleaning product. Soap is an example of a consumercleaning product. Example 3: To delegate the control by assigning user rightsto a group using group policies, in the future, you can add new members to the group who need the permission granted by this group. Solution: AS IS My Linktree: https://linktr.ee/johnmatthewvo Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2024 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. Music & SFX copyright Envato and/or their associated artists. Graphic images copyright John Matthew or Canva and/or their associated artists. | |||
| 030 Script Problems 1 - Client Sessions | 16 Aug 2024 | 00:02:53 | |
A simple 3-point strategy for handling script problems in a client-directed voiceover session. My Linktree: https://linktr.ee/johnmatthewvo Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2024 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. Music & SFX copyright Envato and/or their associated artists. Graphic images copyright John Matthew or Canva and/or their associated artists. | |||
| 029 Practice Tip: Do It Backwards | 06 Aug 2024 | 00:02:52 | |
A very simple but powerful practice & warmup technique to improve your voiceover auditions and jobs. Sample Copy: The demand for modular manufacturing isaccelerating rapidly as dealers, general contractors, and end users embracethe unparalleled benefits of modular products. Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew The Lessons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw33En2XnPZnJDIH-rUDguk_mymLzpEBQ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2024 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. Music & SFX copyright Envato and/or their associated artists. Graphic images copyright John Matthew or Canva and/or their associated artists. | |||
| 028 The Not-So-Scary AI Future of Voiceover... | 26 Jul 2024 | 00:04:43 | |
A more hopeful and less terrifying discussion of the future of voiceover work in the new world of AI. Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew The Lessons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw33En2XnPZnJDIH-rUDguk_mymLzpEBQ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2024 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. Music & SFX copyright Envato and/or their associated artists. Graphic images copyright John Matthew or Canva and/or their associated artists. | |||
| 027 The Scary AI Future of Voiceover!! | 03 Jul 2024 | 00:02:44 | |
A terrifying look at the future of voiceover work in an AI world...?!? Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew The Lessons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw33En2XnPZnJDIH-rUDguk_mymLzpEBQ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com copyright 2024 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction permitted. Music & SFX copyright Envato and/or their associated artists. Graphic images copyright John Matthew or Canva and/or their associated artists. | |||
| 037 Professionalism | 21 May 2025 | 00:03:42 | |
If you want to be a pro, act like a pro. My Linktree: https://linktr.ee/johnmatthewvo Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com [NOTE: I won't receive comments left on platforms I don't have accounts with, so please use the email if you don't hear back from me.] Copyright 2025 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction or use permitted, including use for AI training or content creation. Music & SFX copyright Envato and/or their associated artists. Graphic images copyright John Matthew or Canva and/or their associated artists. | |||
| 038 To Audition or Not to Audition PART 1 | 10 Jun 2025 | 00:03:29 | |
Should you take the time to audition for a long-shot? My Linktree: https://linktr.ee/johnmatthewvo Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com [NOTE: I won't receive comments left on platforms I don't have accounts with, so please use the email if you don't hear back from me.] Copyright 2025 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction or use permitted, including use for AI training or content creation. Music & SFX copyright Envato and/or their associated artists. Graphic images copyright John Matthew or Canva and/or their associated artists. | |||
| 039 To Audition or Not to Audition PART 2 | 03 Jul 2025 | 00:04:49 | |
When NOT to audition! My Linktree: https://linktr.ee/johnmatthewvo Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com [NOTE: I won't receive comments left on platforms I don't have accounts with, so please use the email if you don't hear back from me.] Copyright 2025 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction or use permitted, including use for AI training or content creation. Music & SFX copyright Envato and/or their associated artists. Graphic images copyright John Matthew or Canva and/or their associated artists. | |||
| 040 How Do You Find the Right Audio Gear?! | 28 Aug 2025 | 00:02:57 | |
It's easy to get lost in the endless jungle of home studio equipment choices. Here's my way of keeping it simple. My Linktree: https://linktr.ee/johnmatthewvo Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew Interface Video: https://youtu.be/wlc3-xzplE4?feature=shared My New Interface: https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/iD24--audient-id24-10-by-14-usb-c-audio-interface?_queryID=e7af6e37ab4b1d18b936e6485f41813d&_index=production_products My New Microphone: https://www.dachmanaudio.com/products/da-87se?tw_source=google&tw_adid=&tw_campaign=22125069018&tw_kwdid=&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22135050913&gclid=Cj0KCQjw_L_FBhDmARIsAItqgt7ww1uf6zLatJKVP9tpmYwv5EvkTmQ5hjRD7YXzHEjQQV09fdad994aAkYqEALw_wcB Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com [NOTE: I won't receive comments left on platforms I don't have accounts with, so please use the email if you don't hear back from me.] Copyright 2025 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction or use permitted, including use for AI training or content creation. Music & SFX copyright Envato and/or their associated artists. Graphic images copyright John Matthew or Canva and/or their associated artists. | |||
| 042 Where to Buy Your VO Studio Equipment | 02 Oct 2025 | 00:03:32 | |
Amazon has everything, but is it the best place to buy recording & production equipment for your voiceover studio? Sweetwater: https://www.sweetwater.com/ Guitar Center: https://www.guitarcenter.com/ Musician's Friend: https://www.musiciansfriend.com/ CORRECTION: Sweetwater does have one flagship store at their campus in Fort Wayne, Indiana My Linktree: https://linktr.ee/johnmatthewvo Podcast Home: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/jmvopodcast Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com [NOTE: I won't receive comments left on platforms I don't have accounts with, so please use the email if you don't hear back from me.] Copyright 2025 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction or use permitted, including use for AI training or content creation. Music & SFX copyright Envato and/or their associated artists. Graphic images copyright John Matthew or Canva and/or their associated artists. | |||
| 041 Tech Talk - Hardware & Software Compatibility Issues | 17 Sep 2025 | 00:04:32 | |
For you current and future voiceover studio techies, we go under the hood (a little) to reveal a simple lesson learned from issues I've had with the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen audio interface and Sound Forge. My special guest voice for this episode is Kazu Kusano!! https://kazukusano.com/ My Linktree: https://linktr.ee/johnmatthewvo Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com [NOTE: I won't receive comments left on platforms I don't have accounts with, so please use the email if you don't hear back from me.] Copyright 2025 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction or use permitted, including use for AI training or content creation. Music & SFX copyright Envato and/or their associated artists. Graphic images copyright John Matthew or Canva and/or their associated artists. | |||
| 047 Be Yourself | 13 Jan 2026 | 00:02:49 | |
Copying others can be useful, but be careful. Let's talk about balancing you with others. My Linktree: https://linktr.ee/johnmatthewvo Support: https://www.patreon.com/cw/JohnMatthewVO Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com Audio post by Alvarez Audio alvarezaudio.com [NOTE: I won't receive comments left on platforms I don't have accounts with, so please use the email if you don't hear back from me.] Copyright 2026 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction or use permitted, including use for AI training or content creation. Music & SFX copyright Envato and/or their associated artists. Graphic images copyright John Matthew or Canva and/or their associated artists. | |||
| 046 Which Voiceover Microphone Should I Use? | 03 Dec 2025 | 00:04:37 | |
Let's demystify the complicated world of voiceover microphones. (00:00) Intro (00:30) Three Categories of Voiceover Mics (00:59) Condenser Microphones (02:14) Dynamic Microphones (02:55) Content Creator Microphones (04:16) Outro Condenser Mics: Neumann U87 Neumann TLM 103 Sennheiser MKH416 (I used this for years) Shure KSM32 Dachman DA87 (my current mic) Audio-Technica AT4040 Audio-Technica AT2020 Rode NT1 Dynamic Mics: Shure SM7B Electro-Voice RE20 Shure MV7 Shure SM57/58 (mostly used for instruments & live vocals) Content Creator Mics: Rode PodMic FiFine mics Blue Yeti My Linktree: https://linktr.ee/johnmatthewvo Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com [NOTE: I won't receive comments left on platforms I don't have accounts with, so please use the email if you don't hear back from me.] Copyright 2025 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction or use permitted, including use for AI training or content creation. Music & SFX copyright Envato and/or their associated artists. Graphic images copyright John Matthew or Canva and/or their associated artists. | |||
| 045 Claudia Dunn on Audiobooks Part 2 | 12 Nov 2025 | 00:08:58 | |
Claudia Dunn is back to talk audiobooks. This time we talk about the Audio Publishers Association Conference (APAC), and how Claudia got her start in audiobook work. (00:00) Audio Publishers Association Conference (APAC) (04:18) How Claudia Got Started in Audiobook Narration https://www.claudiadunn.com/ My Linktree: https://linktr.ee/johnmatthewvo Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Podcast email: jmvopodcast@gmail.com [NOTE: I won't receive comments left on platforms I don't have accounts with, so please use the email if you don't hear back from me.] *This interview segment was edited for brevity. Copyright 2025 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction or use permitted, including use for AI training or content creation. Music & SFX copyright Envato and/or their associated artists. Graphic images copyright John Matthew or Canva and/or their associated artists. | |||
| 044 Build a Vocal Warmup | 31 Oct 2025 | 00:04:16 | |
Vocal warmups are an important part of being a voice professional. Here is some foundational advice for building your vocal health routines. (00:00) Intro (00:38) Why do a vocal warmup (01:29) How to start building a vocal warmup (02:27) Different vocal exercises for different purposes (2:56) Vocal coach recommendations Nicola (Nic) Redman: https://nicolaredman.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@NicRedmanVoice https://open.spotify.com/show/0IhZQSng8udcgJXvfeAhgR?si=9b065d869051432b Katarina Hornakova: https://www.vocalfreedomsystem.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@healthyvoicetips My Linktree: https://linktr.ee/johnmatthewvo Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmatthew Website: https://johnmatthew.com/ Questions & comments to jmvopodcast@gmail.com [NOTE: I won't receive comments left on platforms I don't have accounts with, so please use the email if you don't hear back from me.] Copyright 2025 John Matthew, all rights reserved. No unauthorized reproduction or use permitted, including use for AI training or content creation. Music & SFX copyright Envato and/or their associated artists. Graphic images copyright John Matthew or Canva and/or their associated artists. | |||