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From Rejection to Reinvention: A Journey through Storytelling and Creativity

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In this episode of Wildly Wealthy Life, Kat and Lee are joined by Mark Whitten, a renowned LA-based voice actor featured in popular anime, video games, and projects with companies like DreamWorks and Disney. Known for his roles in Demon Slayer, Genshin Impact, and Final Fantasy VII, Mark shares his unique perspective on the power of creativity, resilience, and self-accountability. They dive into the challenges of voice acting, the art of auditioning, and Mark’s transformative journey through rejection, reinvention, and rediscovering his love for performing. This conversation is a must for creatives, dreamers, and anyone looking to harness their inner strength.

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00:00 Introduction to Mark Whitten

05:00 Mark shares insights on self-discipline and finding success in voice acting

08:51 Lessons from working with mentors and developing self-accountability

20:18 How to navigate rejection and find purpose through resilience

31:02 The impact of anime and video game roles on Mark's personal growth

34:17 Mark' s experience with Demon Slayer and connecting with fans

43:13 Reflection on loss, success, and life's unexpected outcomes

1:02:28 Mark' s perspective on living a "Wildly Wealthy Life"

AVENUE Q Musical

https://www.broadway.com/shows/avenue-q-off-bway/

RENT Musical

https://www.broadway.com/shows/rent/

Demon Slayer

https://demonslayer-anime.com/

Kyojuro Rengoku (character)

https://kimetsu-no-yaiba.fandom.com/wiki/Kyojuro_Rengoku

Final Fantasy 7 Original (game)

https://store.steampowered.com/app/39140/FINAL_FANTASY_VII/

Final Fantasy 7 Remake (game)

https://ffvii-remake-intergrade.square-enix-games.com/en-us/

Cult of the Lamb (game)

https://www.cultofthelamb.com/

Hollow Knight (game)

https://www.hollowknight.com/

Hyper Light Drifter (game)

https://store.steampowered.com/app/257850/Hyper_Light_Drifter/

Civilization (game)

https://civilization.2k.com/

The Theater of Tomorrow - Audio Drama Podcast

https://midnightdisease.net/theatre-of-tomorrow

The Hotel - Audio Drama Podcast

https://midnightdisease.net/the-hotel

Instagram

@mwhitten

https://www.instagram.com/mwhitten?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

X formely known as Twitter

https://x.com/mpwhitten

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