Best Solid Steps Radio Podcasts (2025)

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#487 - Pastor Dave Stone Remembers His Father Sam on Father's Day 6/16/25 40:39

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“The same man we saw at the pulpit was the same man we saw at home.”-Dave Stone on his father Sam. On this special Fathers Day week special, former Southeast Christian pastor Dave Stone talks about his father Sam’s legacy, and how it affects him and the rest of the Stone family. (This is a repeat episode - enjoy!)…

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Voiceover Client Referrals: Step-by-Step Guide for VO Pros 14:13

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Want more voiceover clients in addition to cold outreach? A referral program might be the secret weapon you’re missing. In this video, we break down how to build a referral system that actually works, not the vague “just ask your friends” advice. You’ll learn: ✅ What makes a referral program irresistible ✅ Who to ask ✅ How to incentivize referrals …

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#486 - God - A Father to the Fatherless Psalm 68, Verse 5 6/9/25 41:40

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The authorities enter the house, filled with 10 children from 3 different fathers, and a mother who struggles with mental illness. In the corner, is a little boy, barely clothed, malnourished, and all alone. After a few years of living in different foster homes, at age 6, he meets the people that become his family. But imagine this child growing up…

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#485 Hoops for Christ - Using Basketball for the Glory of God 6/2/25 46:37

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“Evangelism”What comes to your mind when you hear that word? Billy Graham? A man standing on the corner with a sign and megaphone? Does evangelism matter and make a difference? Is there a right or wrong way to do it? On this week’s show Kurt and Chad welcome back Phil Morrison, founder of Hoops For Christ ( https://hoopsforchrist.org ) to talk abou…

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Get Organized! Systems & Tools EVERY Voice Actor Should Use 9:07

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Struggling to stay organized in your voiceover business? You’re not alone—and the solution isn’t more gear. It’s better systems. In this video, I’ll walk you through the exact tools and workflows professional voice actors use to manage projects, track clients, quote confidently, and keep their VO business running like a machine. Whether you’re bran…

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#484 How to Grieve - With First Hour Grief Ministry (not for little ears) 5/26/25 47:12

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Grief is another word for love.-Firsthourgrief.orgTrauma, loss, and pain are inevitable. It’s just a matter of when. What happens when you lose someone unexpectedly? Whether it be suicide, a car crash, or a sudden death, when and how does the grieving process start? On the latest show episode, Kurt and Chad welcome First Hour Grief’s Rick Schardein…

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10 Marketing BLUNDERS Beginner Voice Actors Make 11:08

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Are you a newer voice actor struggling to market yourself? You’re not alone—but you might be making a few rookie mistakes that are costing you clients, gigs, and momentum. In this video, we’re breaking down the biggest marketing mistakes beginners make in voiceover—and how to avoid them like a pro. From bad outreach habits to relying too much on yo…

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BONUS Episode: Procrastination. Perfectionism. Imposter syndrome. Yeah… we’re going there. 23:36

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In this bonus VO Pro Podcast episode, I sit down with psychologist and procrastination coach Dr. Christine Li — and we dive headfirst into the mindset traps holding voice actors back from building the business (and life) they want. Christine breaks down why imposter syndrome actually means you’re leveling up, how perfectionism masks itself as “prof…

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#482 - A Show For Men, By Men, With Three Lady Guests - A Mother's Day Special! 44:02

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She watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness. Her children arise and call her blessed;” Proverbs 31:27-28 NIV “It’s not easy being a mother. If it were easy, fathers would do it.” —Dorothy on The Golden Girls. Mother’s Day. It’s a day where mothers receive 1/365th of the attention they deserve each year. Moth…

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The REAL Reason Your Voiceover Business Isn’t Growing 9:56

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Struggling to get voiceover clients even though you’ve got the talent and the gear? You’re not alone—and it’s probably not your demo holding you back. In this video, we break down the real marketing strategies voice actors need to start booking consistently. We’ll cover what’s actually working in 2025, what most beginners get completely wrong, and …

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#481 - Horse Racing Legend Pat Day on the Real Meaning of Success 46:31

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The Kentucky Derby is known as “the greatest two minutes in sports.” The Derby is the oldest American sporting event. Every year the city of Louisville, Kentucky celebrates for two weeks in preparation for a two minute horse race. Is the build up worth it? If you've ever been to the Kentucky Derby, you’d have to say it is. And the majority of the t…

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6 Steps You're Missing & Why it's KILLING Your VO Business 11:51

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Struggling to find voiceover clients? You’re not alone — and you’re not doing anything wrong. In this video, we break down how to find voiceover clients without relying on casting sites or burning yourself out. Whether you’re brand new and looking for beginner voice acting clients or a seasoned talent trying to reboot your marketing, you’ll get rea…

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#480 - Reforesting Faith - What Trees Teach Us About the Nature and Love of God 4/28/25 45:14

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“From the fall of man, the rest of the Bible is the story of man coming back to the tree of life. ”Question: What is the most mentioned living thing in the Bible, other than God and people? Answer: Trees On this week’s show, author Matthew Sleeth MD talks about his new book “Reforesting Faith - what trees teach us about the nature and love of God.”…

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THIS Is How You Beat AI as a Voice Actor 10:09

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AI voices are here—and they’re not THAT awful. So where does that leave you as a professional voice actor? In this episode, we break down exactly how to position yourself to beat AI voices and stay booked in an industry that’s changing fast. If you’ve felt the fear, the doubt, or that pit-in-your-stomach moment when you heard a robot that sounded “…

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#479 - Viewing Easter Through Jewish Eyes - With GuestJohn Weiner 4/21/25 45:42

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“Understanding Passover means understanding deliverance.”- John Weiner. “This is my body….” When Jesus said those words, he was practicing a Jewish tradition called Passover, remembering the grace and work of God for the Jewish people hundreds of years before. But this was a different Passover than had ever happened before. One that would change th…

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The 4 Social Media Content Types That Actually Get BOOKINGS 9:24

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Want to get booked more from social media — without going viral, dancing on TikTok, or posting random mic-and-headphones pics? In this video, I’m breaking down the 4 content types that actually attract voiceover clients. These aren’t trends or fluff — they’re based on tested strategy that works in the real world. If you’re serious about growing you…

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#478 - An Incredible Loss Leads to Blessing and Perspective 4/14/25 44:44

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Imagine you wake up, thinking about what you have to do for the day. You go about your routine, which includes going out for a run before you go to work. Now imagine it’s the end of the day, and you’re lying in a hospital https://www.bankofamerica.com/index.jsp bed, drifting in and out of consciousness, about to die from blood loss. The doctors are…

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10 Steps to Market Your VO Business WITHOUT Feeling Salesy 14:24

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Marketing your voiceover business shouldn’t feel like selling your soul. If “promote your VO services” makes you break out in hives, this one’s for you. In this video, we’re flipping the script on everything you think you know about marketing—so you can find voiceover clients, grow your VO business, and build real connections without feeling fake, …

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#477 "It is for Freedom That Christ Has Set Us Free." Galatians 5 verse 1 04/07/25 44:57

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“It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.” Galatians 5:1 NIV If we are free why do we sometimes feel like we are living in bondage? Condemning thoughts, compulsive behavior, personal conflict, and spiritual despair can be struggles we all face on a regular bas…

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Is Voice Acting Right for You? The NO BS Truth No One Tells You 10:23

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Thinking about becoming a voice actor? Wondering if you’ve got what it takes to actually make money in the voiceover industry? In this video, I’m pulling back the curtain and giving you the real, no-BS, no-hype voiceover career advice you wish someone told you before you dropped cash on a mic and a dream. 💥 I’ll cover: ✅ What voice acting really is…

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#476 - Soul Care Retreats - Presented by Further Still Ministries 3/31/25 44:45

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“All of humanity's problems stem from man's inability to sit quietly in a room alone.” - Blaise Pascal. Why does being alone strike fear in our hearts? Maybe always being “connected” isn’t healthy. On this week’s show, Kurt and Chad talk about Soul Retreats - put on by Further Still Ministries. The retreats are a 2 year journey - learning to live a…

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Can AI Replace Voice Actors? The TRUTH About AI & VO Work 9:47

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🎙️ Can AI really replace voice actors… or is that just hype? AI-generated voices are getting scary good—and fast. But what does that mean for real working voice talent? In this video, we expose how AI is already changing the voiceover industry, the real risks to your career, and what you can do right now to stay ahead of the curve. If you’re a voic…

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#475 - Numbering Our Days - With Guest Dr Jerry Rabalais 3/24/2025 46:06

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“Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.”Psalms 90:12 NIV“ For the average man you’ve got about 4000 weeks of life.”- Dr Jerry Rabalais, U of L professor of school of medicine 29,000 days. 4,000 weeks. 960 months. That’s the average for the man that lives to be 80 years old. We’re not guaranteed tomorrow, but most men will …

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#474 Guest Darryll Davis - Founder of The Prisoner's Hope Ministry 3/17/25 44:35

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Imagine you’re 29 years old and just received a 35 year prison sentence. You do the math, and know you’re going to be in your 60’s before you are a free man. How could you possibly have any hope for your future? On this week’s show, Chad and Kurt talk with Darrell Davis - founder of The Prisoners Hope ministry www.theprisonershope.life. He spent al…

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#473 The High Cost of Freedom 3/10/25 46:00

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“Freedom isn't free.” That's a bumper sticker for some people, but it's been a way of life for the men, women and families of the United States military. On this weeks, Kurt and Chad sit down with veterans Don Waddell (Air Force, Vietnam) and Derek Henricks (West Point, Army, Afghanistan). Don and Derek talk about their experiences and perspectives…

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Want a Thriving VO Business? MASTER This One Skill! 9:47

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There’s a moment every voice actor dreams of—when a client emails, not for an audition, not to ask about rates, but to say, “Hey, we’ve got another project for you.” No hoops, no hurdles, no audition, just repeat business landing straight in your inbox. If you’ve been in the game for any length of time, you know that getting work isn’t the hardest …

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#472 - Shepherding a Child's Heart by Tedd Tripp - Week Four 46:43

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“Spare the rod, spoil the child." (Proverbs 13:24) That proverb was written by King Solomon centuries ago. Is the idea of spanking as old as the phrase? Is there a place for spanking in the families of today? On this week’s show, Chad and Kurt continue the study of the book Shepherding a Child's Heart (by Tedd Tripp). They talk with Family Pastor B…

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#471 Basketball Player Phil Morrison Finds Jesus and His Future Wife at the Same Moment 2/25/25 47:36

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“ I swore off playing basketball ever again.” -Phil Morrison Imagine growing up with dreams of playing basketball professionally, only to quit after your first year of college, thinking you’d never pick up a ball again—then years later, finding yourself playing in front of 54,000 people.This week on the show, Kurt and Chad welcome Phil Morrison—fou…

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How Much Should New Voice Actors Charge? The TRUTH About VO Rates 9:27

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If there’s one question every new single solitary voice actor who’s starting to seek work asks starting out it’s this: How much should I charge? If you're just starting out, the answer isn’t as simple as “pick a number and hope for the best.” Rates in voiceover aren’t arbitrary; they’re based on industry standards, market value, and genre. So let’s…

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#470 - Pastor Denny Dillman Talks About How He Became A Homesteading Pastor 2/17/25 47:05

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“You can't have a healthy civilization without healthy soil.”-Joel Salatin, farmer/author .“Chickens are the gateway drugs for homesteading”- Homestead pastor Denny Dillman. Cheeseburgers. Chicken sandwiches. Bacon. Before you take a bite, do you ever consider WHERE this animal came from? Do you consider HOW that animal got there? Do you think God …

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#469 - Urban Areas Should Thrive, Not Just Survive - Youth For Christ 2/10/25 47:03

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“Who’s this big white guy?”When you hear the word “urban” what do you think about? What does the person look like who is “urban”? On this weekends show, Kurt and Chad welcomes Youth for Christ’s Mark Singleton (as well as friend Bobby Schiavone) to talk about what living life on purpose for others looks like, when they may look different, or come f…

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$1.1M Audition! Why I PASSED and Maybe YOU Should Have Too 14:42

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Why would anyone in their right mind PASS on a $1.1 million audition? And Paul, aren’t you the one always beating us over the head with, “Stand up for pro rates, “Know your worth,” “Make it worth your time,” and on and on? First of all, who ever said I was in my right mind? Secondly, I absolutely beat the drum of “Stand up for pro rates, “Know your…

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#468 - What Does Joy Look Like - Especially When Going Through Tough Struggles 2/3/25 47:33

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“The joy of the Lord is my strength”How’s your joy? A challenging question in challenging times. But does the Bible say that we have joy in our circumstances? The joy of the Lord is our strength and joy is a non negotiable in the life of a follower of Christ. On this weeks show, Kurt and Chad welcome three friends, Ken Martin, Kurt Franck, and Davi…

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Voiceover Beginner Starter Pack: What Gear Do You REALLY Need? 16:46

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So, you’ve decided to get into voiceover. Whether you’ve decided you want to do this as a career or just looking to make some cash on the side, you need gear. But not just any gear. The RIGHT gear. Because no one wants to overspend on a mic that makes you sound like you’re recording in a rest stop bathroom. Lucky for you, I’m here to guide you thro…

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The Voice Actor’s SURVIVAL Guide to Direct Marketing 14:47

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Marketing directly to prospects as a voice actor can feel like standing on a diving board, staring into the deep end, and wondering if there’s a shark or a nuclear bomb in the water. You’ve probably heard about cold emailing and thought, “That’s just spam, right?” Or maybe the idea of bothering someone with an unsolicited email gives you flashbacks…

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#487 - Pastor Dave Stone Remembers His Father Sam on Father's Day 6/16/25 40:39

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Voiceover Client Referrals: Step-by-Step Guide for VO Pros 14:13

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#486 - God - A Father to the Fatherless Psalm 68, Verse 5 6/9/25 41:40

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#485 Hoops for Christ - Using Basketball for the Glory of God 6/2/25 46:37

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Get Organized! Systems & Tools EVERY Voice Actor Should Use 9:07

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#484 How to Grieve - With First Hour Grief Ministry (not for little ears) 5/26/25 47:12

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10 Marketing BLUNDERS Beginner Voice Actors Make 11:08

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BONUS Episode: Procrastination. Perfectionism. Imposter syndrome. Yeah… we’re going there. 23:36

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#482 - A Show For Men, By Men, With Three Lady Guests - A Mother's Day Special! 44:02

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The REAL Reason Your Voiceover Business Isn’t Growing 9:56

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#481 - Horse Racing Legend Pat Day on the Real Meaning of Success 46:31

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6 Steps You're Missing & Why it's KILLING Your VO Business 11:51

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#480 - Reforesting Faith - What Trees Teach Us About the Nature and Love of God 4/28/25 45:14

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THIS Is How You Beat AI as a Voice Actor 10:09

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#479 - Viewing Easter Through Jewish Eyes - With GuestJohn Weiner 4/21/25 45:42

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The 4 Social Media Content Types That Actually Get BOOKINGS 9:24

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#478 - An Incredible Loss Leads to Blessing and Perspective 4/14/25 44:44

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10 Steps to Market Your VO Business WITHOUT Feeling Salesy 14:24

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#477 "It is for Freedom That Christ Has Set Us Free." Galatians 5 verse 1 04/07/25 44:57

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Is Voice Acting Right for You? The NO BS Truth No One Tells You 10:23

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#476 - Soul Care Retreats - Presented by Further Still Ministries 3/31/25 44:45

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Can AI Replace Voice Actors? The TRUTH About AI & VO Work 9:47

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#475 - Numbering Our Days - With Guest Dr Jerry Rabalais 3/24/2025 46:06

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#474 Guest Darryll Davis - Founder of The Prisoner's Hope Ministry 3/17/25 44:35

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#473 The High Cost of Freedom 3/10/25 46:00

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Want a Thriving VO Business? MASTER This One Skill! 9:47

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#472 - Shepherding a Child's Heart by Tedd Tripp - Week Four 46:43

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#471 Basketball Player Phil Morrison Finds Jesus and His Future Wife at the Same Moment 2/25/25 47:36

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How Much Should New Voice Actors Charge? The TRUTH About VO Rates 9:27

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#470 - Pastor Denny Dillman Talks About How He Became A Homesteading Pastor 2/17/25 47:05

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#469 - Urban Areas Should Thrive, Not Just Survive - Youth For Christ 2/10/25 47:03

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$1.1M Audition! Why I PASSED and Maybe YOU Should Have Too 14:42

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#468 - What Does Joy Look Like - Especially When Going Through Tough Struggles 2/3/25 47:33

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Voiceover Beginner Starter Pack: What Gear Do You REALLY Need? 16:46

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The Voice Actor’s SURVIVAL Guide to Direct Marketing 14:47