George The Tech’s Performer Friendly Podcast

In this episode of the GTT Performer Friendly Podcast, George Whittam talks with voice director, casting professional, producer, writer, actor, and VO coach Andy Lerner about the intersection of performance, audio, and modern voiceover.

Andy shares how he moved from engineering and comedy radio production into directing and coaching, including his work in the SpongeBob SquarePants u...

What makes a voiceover audition feel bookable — and what makes casting hit pause?

George the Tech sits down with Kim Hurdon of KH Casting for a deep conversation about the casting side of voiceover, especially in video games, animation, and remote audition workflows. Kim explains why human performance still matters most, why over-editing can hurt more than help, and how actors can avoid sounding processed, artificial, or disc...

In this episode, George talks with Jodi Gottlieb, a voiceover coach with more than 20 years of industry experience and a background working with major networks. Jodi shares how she coaches established voice talent who are ready to raise their game, especially in commercial auditions where subtle, natural choices can make all the difference.

George and Jodi discuss common audition mistakes, why dramatic pauses often work against you...

George the Tech sits down with longtime client Sara Van Beckham to unpack what it takes to build—and sustain—a voiceover career across multiple genres.

Sara shares how acting training transformed her reads, why SOVAS sparked a major career reset, and how she transitioned to remote work long before it became the norm. She also gets real about vocal health, promo pressure, tech anxiety, and the standards that separate wor...

George sits down with longtime client and voice actor Chris Fries to talk about what it really looks like to build a sustainable, high-level voiceover career.

Chris breaks down how commercial work became the backbone of his business, why promo is a completely different beast, and how trust—not just talent—keeps you booked on long-running campaigns.

They also get deep into studio design, workflow, and the gear choices th...

What does it take to survive (and thrive) through every era of voiceover?

Studio engineer, producer, and VO talent Mark Graue joins George Whittam to share stories from radio hustle to Hollywood studios, working with legends, and building a career that adapted from analog tape to today’s digital world.

From a near-disastrous timecode session to landing VO work at Hanna-Barbera, this episode is packed with hard-earned lessons ...

What happens when a seven-time Emmy winner realizes his audio isn’t good enough?

We’re re-releasing this episode with CBS Sunday Morning correspondent, Emmy Award winner, and New York Times bestselling author David Pogue to celebrate his new book, Apple: The First 50 Years, which recently debuted on the NYT Best Sellers list.

In this conversation, David joins George the Tech to break down how his echoey home office got ...

From closet booth to NFL sidelines—Queen Noveen didn’t just break into voiceover, she built her own lane.

In this episode, she joins George the Tech to share how viral moments, relentless hustle, and smart social media turned into real bookings—including the San Francisco 49ers, NASCAR, and NFL Honors.

But it wasn’t smooth. Along the way, she faced noisy apartments, blanket booths, online trolls—and fi...

What do Saturday Night Live, The Golden Girls, and modern voiceover studios have in common?

Ed Moskowitz has worked on all of them—and his biggest lesson after decades in the industry is surprisingly simple: don’t overcomplicate your audio.

In this episode, Ed walks George through his journey from scrappy theater kid to mixing some of the most iconic shows in TV history. Along the way, he shares wild live-broadcast sto...

Can your audio quality make or break your voiceover career?

In this episode, George the Tech sits down with legendary demo producer Chuck Duran to talk pro audio, modern VO demos, and why your home studio might be the biggest factor in whether you book or get passed over.

Chuck shares his journey from music roots and moving to LA at 13, to a decades-long friendship with Jess Harnell that unexpectedly launched his career producing...

What are the real fundamentals of great voice acting—and where should beginners start?

In this episode, George the Tech talks with respected voiceover coach Martha Kahn about the core skills every actor needs. She shares her ABC approach to script analysis—Audience, Backstory, and Character—to create more authentic, conversational reads, along with practical techniques for marking scripts, building rhythm, and avo...

In this episode of the Performer Friendly Podcast, host George the Tech interviews Christi Bowen, the owner of Tennessee Voiceover Studios. Christi discusses the significant changes she has made to her business model, including transitioning from a brick-and-mortar location to a more flexible and stress-free one-person office. She shares insights about her membership-based training programs, The Voiceover Exchange and Career Path, ...

Exploring the Latest in Audio Tech at NAMM Show 2026

Join George the Tech as he embarks on a journey through NAMM Show 2026 in Anaheim, California, discovering the latest advancements in audio technology. From visiting the booths of companies like Austrian Audio with their new kick drum mic to IK Multimedia’s ARC Studio for room correction, George explores groundbreaking products and innovative solutions. Meet industry expert...

George and Rob: A Deep Dive into Voice Over, Tech, and Aviation

In this episode, George from 'George, the Tech' interviews Rob Reider, a multi-talented voice actor, pilot, and audio engineer. They discuss a wide array of topics including their favorite audio equipment, the importance of soundproofing and room acoustics, and Rob's fascinating career in both aviation and voiceover work. Rob shares stories from his time as an air show...

Voiceover artist Christy Bowen from Tennessee Voiceover Studios discusses her mission to educate and support aspiring voice actors. Christy elaborates on her 'Career Path' class, designed to provide a comprehensive roadmap covering performance, business, and technical skills.

She emphasizes the importance of understanding the entire voiceover industry beyond just performance. The discussion also touches on the facilities availab...

Boost Your MacBook Pro Storage with This Slick Micro SD Card Adapter!

Join George the Tech as he explores a unique memory card reader for the MacBook Pro M1 16 inch edition. Learn about the Base Qi aluminum micro SD card adapter, its integration, and performance.

See real-world speed tests and find out how this compact solution can help you expand your storage seamlessly without carrying an external drive. A must-watch for tec...

Join George the Tech as he flips the script and interviews his co-host Darren 'Robbo' Robertson of The Pro Audio Suite podcast. Discover Darren's extensive 30+ year journey in the audio industry, from his initial foray into radio production studios to mastering digital audio workstations and producing demos.

Explore memorable anecdotes from his career, his intricate work with Source Connect, and his collaborative podcasting exper...

George the Tech discusses the end of Skype and explores various alternatives for making and receiving phone calls, particularly in a business and studio environment.

George conducts the live stream via Zoom using a wireless OZ headset and examines why platforms like Microsoft Teams, Google Voice, and even Zoom itself may not be ideal for replacing Skype. He highlights OpenPhone as an effective VoIP solution, detailing its featur...

Join George Whittam in an insightful conversation with Memo Sauceda, a Miami-based voiceover talent and actor, as they dive into the intricacies of balancing passion and profession. Memo shares his journey from theater acting in college to becoming a prominent voiceover artist specializing in dubbing and commercials.

They discuss technical aspects of setting up makeshift recording studios while traveling, the evolution of audio ...