Our guest Nolan North has brought to life your favorite videogame characters with his voice! From Uncharted's Nathan Drake and Assassin's Creed's Desmond Miles, to scores of others, he is a top talent in the industry. We discuss the freedom of preparation and being broke but happy - this week!
Episode Highlights
[00:00:00] From Soap Operas to Sound Booths: Nolan North’s Unexpected VO Journey
Nolan shares how a friend encouraged him to pivot from acting on Port Charles to voice acting—kicking off a prolific video game career.
[00:06:00] Recording Anywhere: How Remote VO Work Changed the Industry
Nolan explains how post-pandemic voiceover work allows actors to record high-quality audio from home studios across the country.
[00:12:00] Childhood Impressions and Baseball Dreams
Hear how Nolan’s early love for mimicking voices and playing sports shaped his journey before he ever touched a microphone.
[00:20:00] Breaking In with $750 and a Yell
Nolan recalls his first video game gig, yelling lines for just $750—and how that led to a reputation as a go-to, reliable voice actor.
[00:26:00] Bringing Nathan Drake to Life with Performance Capture
Nolan details how Uncharted rehearsals, ad-libbing, and trust from Amy Hennig made the character of Nathan Drake feel human and iconic.
[00:33:00] Going Beyond the Voice: Crafting Penguin, Joker & More
Nolan dives into his diverse range—from his gruff Penguin in Arkham to an offbeat version of the Joker and even made-up languages.
[00:47:00] Voice Acting Wisdom: It's Not Rejection, It’s Fit
He reflects on casting experiences and why actors should focus on authenticity over perfection—it’s about the right fit, not the best read.
[01:00:00] The Power of Preparation & Professionalism in Voice Work
Nolan stresses the importance of showing up early, knowing your lines, and respecting the team—success is in the discipline.
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