14. Simon Kennedy VO And the Art of Happiness

From Laughter to Legacy: The Voice and Story of Simon Kennedy 🇦🇺🎤

In this powerful episode, Paulette Lifton of Voice Masters sits down with the incomparable Simon Kennedy—an award-winning Australian voice actor, comedian, writer, and presenter whose career spans more than 25 years.

Fresh off his wins at the 2024 Voice Arts Awards for Best Voice Actor – Outstanding Body of Work and Outstanding Promo – TV or Streaming, plus a PromaxANZ Gold Award for Best Voice Actor, Simon shares the highs, the heartbreaks, and the hilarity of a career that’s as versatile as it is inspiring.

But this conversation goes deeper than voice acting. Simon opens up about his deeply personal memoir, "9/11 and the Art of Happiness: An Australian Story," a moving account of loss, forgiveness, and the pursuit of resilience after tragedy struck his own family.

With wit, warmth, and wisdom, Simon Kennedy offers listeners a rare glimpse into the life behind the mic—and the courage it takes to use your voice, both professionally and personally.

Don’t miss this heartfelt and unforgettable conversation with one of Australia’s most celebrated voices.

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