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In the 1980s, there were only 63 Black films by, for, or about Black Americans. But in the 1990s, that number quadrupled, with 220 Black films making their way to cinema screens nationwide. What sparked this “Black New Wave?” Who blazed this path for contemporaries like Ava DuVernay, Kasi Lemmons and Jordan Peele? And how did these films transform American culture as a whole? Presenting The Class of 1989, a new limited-run series from pop culture critics Len Webb and Vincent Williams, hosts ...
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This week on Toon’d In!, Jim Cummings welcomes the bold, bilingual, and unmistakably magnetic Carolina Ravassa! Best known for her electrifying performances as Sombra in Overwatch and Raze in Valorant, Carolina brings her signature spark, global perspective, and fearless creativity to the mic—and now, to the podcast booth.
In this dynamic and inspiring episode, Carolina takes us on a journey through her multifaceted career—from growing up between cultures to breaking into the voiceover world and stealing the hearts of gamers worldwide. She opens up about the power of embracing identity, the magic of bringing animated characters to life, and how her passion for acting, dancing, and filmmaking all come together in the booth.
Jim and Carolina dive into everything from game-day adrenaline to the evolution of Latinx representation in animation and gaming. With stories from the recording studio, the convention circuit, and the indie film scene, they share plenty of laughs, heartfelt reflections, and behind-the-scenes moments that highlight the life of a modern voice actor.
🎙️ Curious what it takes to hack the system, crack wise, and blow stuff up—all while staying true to yourself? Then get ready to teleport in—this episode is a must-listen for gamers, creators, and anyone chasing their voice. Get Toon’d In!
🎟️ Meet Jim and Carolina in person!
Catch Jim Cummings at these upcoming conventions:
🎧 Listen on Spotify: bit.ly/4fHWwxa
🍎 Listen on Apple: bit.ly/3AmUYZi
💖 Support on Patreon: patreon.com/jimcummingspodcast
🎉 Order a Cameo from Jim: cameo.com/toondinjimcummings
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/toon-d-in-with-jim-cummings--5863067/support.
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In this dynamic and inspiring episode, Carolina takes us on a journey through her multifaceted career—from growing up between cultures to breaking into the voiceover world and stealing the hearts of gamers worldwide. She opens up about the power of embracing identity, the magic of bringing animated characters to life, and how her passion for acting, dancing, and filmmaking all come together in the booth.
Jim and Carolina dive into everything from game-day adrenaline to the evolution of Latinx representation in animation and gaming. With stories from the recording studio, the convention circuit, and the indie film scene, they share plenty of laughs, heartfelt reflections, and behind-the-scenes moments that highlight the life of a modern voice actor.
🎙️ Curious what it takes to hack the system, crack wise, and blow stuff up—all while staying true to yourself? Then get ready to teleport in—this episode is a must-listen for gamers, creators, and anyone chasing their voice. Get Toon’d In!
🎟️ Meet Jim and Carolina in person!
Catch Jim Cummings at these upcoming conventions:
- Smoky Mountain Anime Fest (Gatlinburg, TN) – October 17–19
- Armageddon Expo (New Zealand) - October 24-27
- Supanova Comic Con Adelaide (Australia) - October 31 - November 2
- Supanova Comic Con Brisbane (Australia) - November 7-9
- Nostalgia Con (New Orleans, LA) – November 21–23
- Nostalgia Con (Salt Lake City, UT) – March 13–14, 2026
- DreamHack Atlanta (Atlanta, GA) - October 31-November 2
- Quantum Con (Kuwait) - November 27-29
🎧 Listen on Spotify: bit.ly/4fHWwxa
🍎 Listen on Apple: bit.ly/3AmUYZi
💖 Support on Patreon: patreon.com/jimcummingspodcast
🎉 Order a Cameo from Jim: cameo.com/toondinjimcummings
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/toon-d-in-with-jim-cummings--5863067/support.
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