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VOX Talk PODCAST: EPISODE 14

Salutation:

You’re listening to VOX Talk. I’m your host, Stephanie Ciccarelli. If you’re into voiceovers, this is the podcast for you. Every show features new and exciting pieces by voice talent from across the world, releasing two podcast episodes each week! Let’s find out what’s going on in the news.

The Loop:

Annie Awards

Celebrating 60 years of innovation, AKG has announced the release of the limited edition C four fourteen LTD large-diaphragm condenser microphone. This special version of the legendary C four fourteen features hand-selected capsules and components for optimum sonic performance, plus a classic nickel finish and brass grille screen that evoke the first models of this historic microphone.

To learn more, go to hardware.broadcastnewsroom.com.

News #2

Podcasting $

Moving right along, podcasting, now in it's third year of mass media adoption is once again in the news this week with a report released by eMarketer which predicts that spending on podcasting advertising will quintuple over the next five years, from a paltry $80 million base in 2006 to a $400 million market in 2011.

You can visit blogs.voices.com/thebiz for more information
http://blogs.voices.com/thebiz/2007/02/podcasting_to_reach_400_million_in_advertising_by_2011.html#more

News #3

To wrap up, the Rebel Alliance Theatre in Oshkosh, Wisconsin announced it’s on the lookout for local “beauties” and “beasts.” The theatre group will hold open auditions March 12 to 15 for its May performance of “Beauty and the Beast”. Anyone 10 and over is encouraged to come out for auditions. Rebel Alliance will cast seven male and five female parts, as well as two roles that could be filled by either a female or male actor.

So, if you have a friend or family member in the Oshkosh Wisconsin area, send them to http://www.thenorthwestern.com/

The Biz:

This week in The Biz, David Boyll reflects on an audition for an animation role.

David Boyll segment.

Thank you David for that inspiring piece!

If you would like to be featured in this segment, email your MP3 commentary to media@voices.com

Tech Talk:

Here’s Adam Fox of Defiant Digital with some sound advice.
Adam’s segment
Thanks Adam for another fabulous segment. If you’re new to the podcast, be sure to go back to previous episodes and listen to Adam’s 3-part series on how to make a commercial.

VoxBox:

Today, I received a comment to the VOX Daily blog from voice talent Kara Edwards. She writes:

I am really enjoying the podcast - thanks for including so many great voice talent - I've really learned some great things!

Thank you Kara for your kind words and for acknowledging your colleagues! In the spirit of Kara’s comment, I’d like to invite you to send in a piece for the podcast or a short clip of audio feedback to play in the VOX Box. Remember, this is your podcast, so get involved!

Farewell:

If you want to reach us, there are many ways to make your voice heard. You can leave a comment on the VOX Talk blog, send in your thoughts via email or call our hotline. To leave a message to air on the VOX Talk podcast, dial 1-888-359-3472 ext. 117. ☺ Well, that’s it for today’s episode. See you next week!