A VO's Journey: Voiceover and more voice over

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A VO's Journey is about helping new voiceover artists grow their business by listening to my journey to becoming a full-time voice actor. I have been an actor, coach, director, and teacher for over 20 years. I started six years ago in the voice-over industry and wanted to create a way to document my journey so other voice over actors could benefit from it. Voiceover is now my life, and I love every moment of it.

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  • Karls Voice
    A VO resource
    I’m also on a VO journey and loving it.
  • rollincode3
    Incredible insight into the industry, struggles, and success possible in the VO world.
    Today I finished a 4 month experience in listening to every one of Anthony’s podcasts. Being new to VO Anthony’s podcast and Facebook group are an excellent place to start. I first listened to the podcasts that I felt applied to me the most…the would be the most helpful, but after listening to those I knew I had to listen to the rest. It’s been worth every minute of listening. Anthony is an incredible success story and truly makes you feel like you can be successful in the crazy world of VO as well.
  • Scott Psota
    So much good information and wisdom!
    Getting into VO can be a bit overwhelming if you don’t know the Ins and outs of this business and career. Anthony is a great guide for getting into and growing a VO business. Very down to earth and knowledgeable from first hand experiences, everything is explained in an “Everyman” way that anyone can understand and use successfully. A VOs Journey podcasts are a goldmine of wisdom from a VO talent that has been through it. Highly recommend! Scott P.
  • Smittykevinski
    Very enjoyable and informative!
    I started doing VO about 3 years ago but have not done much in the last year. I have done a couple of audio books through ACX. I work a regular 9 to 5 and am close to retirement so I’m motivated to get in deeper with VO. Thanks for your insight and tips. I’ll keep listening ! Kevin
  • Craig_S
    Extremely Helpful!
    I have been employed as a voice actor for a number of years, but only recently, I started exploring what it would take to do freelance VO work; be my own boss. I found Anthony Pica’s podcast on a search and have been binge-listening ever since. Anthony covers it all: from home-studio setup to tips on marketing yourself on freelance websites like Fiverr. If you are new to VO, or have been working in the business for some time and just need an encouragement, then check out VO’s Journey!
  • ohiostatedonny
    Congratulations on your 200 Episode!!
    I’ve finally caught up on all your episodes! And just in time! I really wish to win a chance to chat with you! That is awesome you are having a giveaway. You are an inspiration and can you pass some of that energy to me please, I sure need it 😂😂😂 Thank you for all your wisdom and for stepping on all the things, I shouldn’t step on😁😊 It has been soo much fun learning everything I can and continue to learn 😁😊 Puravida amigo 😊😁
  • KlintSheridan
    The motivation to start and keep going!
    I credit Anthony Pica’s content to finally getting me actually recording and earning through voiceover work. Great, accessible, free content. Great courses and coaching, too! I’m starting to feel like some momentum is building and really excited to see where things go next. Thanks, Anthony!
  • Akalafr
    Best VO Podcast for NOOBS
    After deciding to start doing voice over work, I found Anthony’s podcast! I can totally relate to his journey and that’s what gravitated me towards him. He tells it like it is without all the fluff. Definitely recommend you subscribe and listen.
  • Wayne C. Aspiring VO
    Thanks for the inspiration!
    I discovered VO’s Journey last summer dousing lockdown. Then I went back to Episode 1 and started over. I listened as he was recording at 2:00 in the morning when he had to get up for work at 5:00. I admire his tenacity and general “stick to it”-ness. He has inspired me again and again. Every time I feel like giving up, I look at Anthony’s journey and think “I can do this too!” I keep sending proposals on UPWORK, FIVERR and ACX. Still waiting for the break, but I ain’t giving up. Your my hero! Thanks Anthony.
  • therealdaveg
    200?
    Would love to have lunch and shoot the breeze with this guy.. Congrats on 200 . Now, pick me for that coaching hour...
  • FazDJ
    The Most REAL Advice You Will Ever Hear!!!
    I have listened to and watched countless numbers of people give advice on voiceover. I came from a radio background where searching for work on the Internet wasn’t a thing. It just came to me because I had shifts on the air. Not being in radio anymore, it presented a challenge to find voiceover work. Anthony is the most real person you’ll ever hear giving advice. He is a man with a dream and a passion. He followed both of them and they have led him to success. As he points out, it was not a quick or easy path. But he did it. His story is truly inspiring. If you have ever dreamed of getting into voiceover, and you are willing to put in the work, you need to listen to this podcast!
  • sneekeecowboy
    The best voiceover podcast out there!!
    Anthony’s podcast is incredible. It has given me the motivation to start my own voiceover business and land my first jobs for producing audiobooks. I don’t know where I’d be without the advice given in each and every episode. He is inspiring, motivating and just plain fun to listen to. Even though we’ve never met, he fees like an old friend. Thank you Anthony for this podcast and thank you for helping me to start my business!
  • KKTRG
    Thank you
    Your podcast is amazing. I am so thankful I found it. Many thanks!
  • LaurenM 22
    Not just a great podcaster, a wonderful person!
    I'm not a voice actor- yet, but Anthony keeps me company any time I'm traveling. He is not just a fantastic voice actor, he feels like a great- incredibly positive and upbeat- friend. Thank you so much for your amazing content.
  • iMegStar
    Fantastic to Listen and Learn!
    Hearing Anthony’s journey and applying advice to my own voice over business has been insightful and helpful! Thank you, Anthony!
  • Foospone
    Most fun you’ll have learning VO
    Anthony is wildly fun to listen to. He shares entrepreneurial wisdom and marketing tricks that other voice over and business coaches make you pay big bucks to get. Even if you aren’t in the voiceover industry, this podcast will turn you into an entrepreneur.
  • TheVoiceOfBrad
    So Super Helpful!!!
    Im on episode 61 and this podcast keeps getting better and better. If you are starting your own business of any kind, you really should listen to this. If you are starting your own voiceover business, then you really *must* listen to it. It’s a masterclass on everything NOT to do - and by that I mean Anthony shares with you all of his mistakes, missteps and wrong directions - and there are, lol, a lot of them. But his perseverance, hard work and commitment are as inspiring as it gets. And it’s so thrilling to follow along as he overcomes it all! And it’s also a masterclass on what *to* do. His generosity in sharing all of the knowledge he’s gleaned is impressive and commendable, and I just really appreciate it. He’s also such a genuine goofball that you’ll feel like he’s just your buddy talking you through a really tricky process. Thank you Anthony. If I succeed, you will have been a huge part of it! ~ Brad Grochowski
  • EmmaBella
    Great Motivational Speaker
    Anthony is as real as they come. His podcast is not fluffed up with commercials and pitches to buy things you don’t need. He shares his own life experiences and teaches his listeners how to pursue their goals as a VO. His daily YouTube Lice Chat videos are great, too. Three cheers to Anthony!
  • mddummer
    Thank you, Anthony! I’ve been searching for this …
    So far I have only listened to 3 episodes, but I have already gleaned so many helpful insights that I have not been able to thus far. I have searched for resources to help me get back to doing VO after only getting my feet wet many years ago. The industry has changed dramatically with talent doing most of the post-production work on their own (My experience involves walking into a studio, speaking into a mic, and that is it. The engineers did the rest). You have a very professional, knowledgeable, yet friendly (and ironically self deprecating) way of sharing your knowledge which makes for a pleasant, and inspirational listening experience for a “second time beginner” who can become easily overwhelmed by the process and the technical knowledge that is required to be successful. Kudos. Well done.
  • StevenMiletto
    Awesome Information!!!
    Anthony has created an amazing podcast that is so helpful for the new to VO! He provides specific suggestions that help the beginner understand how and where to start. He also provides that extra bit of encouragement to assist in overcoming the internal negative voices. Thanks, Anthony!!! Best wishes, Steve Miletto - Teaching Learning Leading K12, an audio podcast
  • cameronjm12
    This Guy is Legit
    Anthony is amazing. He is an expert in the field but also learning all the time. He is a machine that pumps out content day after day but it is always concise, extremely helpful, insightful and never repetitive. Well done Anthony and thank you!
  • HereandNow109
    Awesome podcast. Tons of value. Love it.
    Really great podcast. You are going to improve your VO skills when u listen. Heck I’d pay for this podcast!!! It’s that good.
  • chej
    This is the guy to listen to...
    The thing love about Anthony is not only does he give great tips and advice, you can tell he’s a genuine guy. He’s not only smart enough to admit when he makes mistakes, he shows you how he learns from them, and how to grow. And he gives guidance from a real world perspective in VO. It makes me more confident to start my own journey.
  • Chad(B)
    VO Podcast Greatness
    With the heart of a teacher and the spirit of an entrepeneur, Anthony continues to provide his listeners with mechanical skills, industry tips, and important business recommendations. I personally have been inspired by, and have learned a lot from, Anthony's teachings. And really, that's what this podcast is, an educational platform. Yes, there are funny anecdotes, but Anthony thrives on educating the VO community. His humility is apparent and his knowledge is paramount. Run, don't walk, to the subscribe button. I am eager to listen to the next 100 episodes.
  • Plamore Music
    100th Episode
    I have started listening to this podcast for a while and have learned some great tips! Anthony, thanks for taking the time to help us learn great tools to grow our business! Cheers, hiltonvoiceover
  • Gen38
    A VO’s Journey Will Take You Where No One Has Gone Before!
    Anthony’s approach is so interesting and to the point!! I take something with me from every VO Journey encounter. He talks to us not at us! That’s a huge difference! Although we are all on different levels in our voiceover careers, he speaks to us on the same level. I can honestly say that I feel more confident now to take the steps in starting and growing my VO business. Until listening to Anthony’s incredibly informative, truthful, and fun podcasts, I’ve been hesitant. I just didn’t have proper effective knowledge of the business. A VO’s Journey podcasts and all of the above...is a major game changer!!! Bangarang!!! Sincerely Shba Cochrane
  • The Distinctive Voice
    What a Journey!!!!
    Anthony has been doing an awesome job with this podcast! It's been really great to hear his story. A lot of other VO podcasts get a bit stuffy or sound like they are trying to preach to you. Anthony is 100% real and down to earth. The kind of guy you could see yourself having a beer with. He is relatable, and makes his listeners feel like they are on the journey with him. He has a lot of great ideas and tips, and I enjoyed listening to his podcast so much that I decided to join his mastermind group. While I can't attend every session, I look forward to the times that I can attend, it's a great group to be a part of. If you're just starting out as a voice talent, or been at it a while and seem to have hit a brick wall, take a listen to this podcast. Not only will you learn a lot, but after a few episodes, you'll feel like you've known him all your life. Congratulations on 100 episodes! I'm looking forward to what the next 100 have in store! Todd M
  • Deela_99
    GREAT PODCAST
    I love this podcast and how it gets into the nitty gritty of actually running a VO business. - Danielle W.
  • Bo Sheldon
    Great!
    In basketball Anthony would be what is called a triple threat--he can shoot, pass, and dribble. He can do it all. In the VO context---he can performance coach (a former acting teacher), he's technically sound, and he can coach on developing your business with great experience. No one gives away as much information in such a spirited manner while inducing the student and listener to act. He's part psychologist and sees you when you're stumped and about to give up. He talks you off the cliff, without having seen you there, without knowing you. It's a voice and empathy that you listen to and which you respond. (previous review) Anthony invites you to ride shotgun on his VO adventures as he build his business. His intent is to lighten the learning curve for the novice or intermediate VO. He is an interesting and instructive coach, amateur philosopher (the best kind), and sometimes court jester. In episode four, on acting, he works the Stravinsky precepts of acting like worry beads. And you know what, you remember them. All his episodes project goodness and generosity.
  • Aavva
    The Ultimate VO Podcast for New Talent
    Anthony Pica’s podcast is an outstanding reference for new and emerging voice talent. His candid testaments delve deep into the VO business and real life implications, offering highly valuable information and suggestions that other industry podcasts barely scratch the surface of (I know, I’ve listened to every one of them). Highly relatable, Anthony adds immeasurable value to new talent as they piece together the process, culture, expectations, and realities of the industry today. I highly recommend this podcast, and be ready to take notes; He has info you won’t want to miss!!! Ari Wick (VA/VO)
  • Dmatian
    Everybody loves Anthony!
    As a new voiceover artist, having a resource like Anthony Pica is crucial! He colors the process of becoming a full-time artist with a sense of generousness. Also, he underscores the grind with the touch of humor one will need to survive in this business... Cheers to you, Sir!
  • Two Of Imps
    Very informative!
    Congrats on 100 episodes!! This podcast has so much info and is really helpful in navigating my career in VO. Keep up the great content!
  • Jeff Lillicotch
    Good insight into running a VO business
    If you have not heard Anthony's podcast before, start with Episode 100. That will give you good insight into what he is all about. Episode 100 is a little longer than the others, but it's packed with info. If you like that episode, then go back and listen to the other's that have the topics that you need the most help. He touches on most areas of need to run a successful VO business.
  • GigaRat
    And what a journey it’s been
    I’m fortunate to have been able to follow along on Anthony’s journey to full-time VO for a while now, and it’s been inspiring. He’s a generous mentor with a quirky humor, and the tips and tricks he’s picked up along the way, he’s sharing with us here in this podcast and in the Facebook group. Take advantage of the unique opportunity to ride alongside a talent as they grow and thrive in the VO industry, and binge-listen all the way from episode 1. LOL -Storm
  • Create_Truth
    So Rreal in his advice and experience!
    Thank you Anthony for sharing your journey! Your podcast is very rel, down to earth and you give practcal- take it to the bank- easy to follow advice every episode. Thanks for the shoout out in episode 99!!! -Teresa Appel
  • Bcopher
    The place to be for Voice Over Talent
    Anthony shoots straight from the hip and offers loads of quality information that is vital to being a successful Voice Over artist. Whether you're starting from zero knowledge or a seasoned veteran, you are sure to learn how to grow your business, revamp your career and avoid unnecessary pitfalls that plague us all. Anthony is fun to listen to, generous with his time and never talks down to his audience. Enjoy the content. Brandi
  • TiffJovo
    Highly Recommended
    I started this VO's Journey shortly after I began planning my VO business. I admit I had more knowledge in the studio then on the business end and seriously needed help getting organized. I researched everywhere for help on starting my business, and though there were many great podcasts and websites out there, I got the best information from VO's Journey. In addition to a great podcast, I received a ton of support and advice on the VO's Journey Facebook page (check it out!). If you are just starting out, or looking to up your VO game, definitely check out this podcast. -Tiffanie L
  • LinnellStudios
    Episode 100 was 100!!
    Anthony 100 episode was very informative. For the new VO his information on how to start the business from scratch by getting proper documentation to taxes to cold calling was great advice. If your a new VO or looking to get into the business join this podcast as well as his Facebook group. Looking forward to the next 100 episodes of a VO Journey! Great job! Dean P Linnell
  • Mike Luecke
    Anthony is the man!
    I've been listening to this podcast for a while now, but I have to say it just keeps getting better and better with every episode. From Anthony's insightful commentary, to his encouragement in seeing you better yourself, this series really lives up to it's title. It's all about the Journey, with all it's twists and turns. Anthony's wit, and honesty both lend themselves to a thoroughly enjoyable experience. Even better, he explains difficult concepts in a way that become manageable. It means the world Anthony, and we truly appreciate your good heart and sharp mind. Keep on being awesome man! --Mike Luecke
  • Kerryn's Voice
    Sharing is Caring!
    Thank you, Anthony. Your podcast is so inspirational and insightful. Taking us on this journey with you and sharing the trials, tribulations, and celebrations really is helpful as as I/we navigate our own way. I new to VO, but your podcast has really been light. Congratulations on making the full time switch! And on your 100th episode! Fly, brothah, fly! ~ Kerryn
  • benmoss
    Valuable information
    As a total beginner, Anthony’s guidance is invaluable! Thanks man! Ben Moss
  • KevinHamiltonVO
    Great Content for the Beginner Voice Talent
    I've just started listening to A VO'S JOURNEY and think it is great for the new to the business or researching about the VO industry. Anthony shares what has worked for him and what dosen't to help guide those new to the industry around the minefields and spinning wheels. Thanks Anthony for taking be along this Journey.
  • BigJim VO
    Amazing work, yet again!!
    Thank you for all you do brother!! Keep it up, you are changing lives!! To add to this review...Anthony, you have done it again sir! Amazing number 100. If you are new, or a veteran to VO, these episodes are packed with awesome info!
  • chazzbro
    An Absolute Favorite
    I discovered this podcast maybe 3-4 months ago. I went back and listened to many, many of the older episodes. And, to be honest, I find this one to be among the top 2-3 voiceover podcasts for my personal listening. I will occasionally check out others, but they don't have much staying power, as far as my needs go. I find Anthony to be upbeat, well-informed, and a genuinely encouraging guy. He is an analytical thinker, but doesn't just go with the status quo...so he offers some fresh takes that cause me to rethink things. That makes this podcast more than worth my time.
  • Drew_Faithful
    Great Content from a Great Coach
    I have had the pleasure of knowing Anthony Pica for many years and his passion for teaching/coaching has always been recognizable, even before he started voiceover career. As a newbie to the voicover industry, I dove right into his podcast and have already learned so much and am more excited and confident to use his teachings to become a successful VO artist as a result. Looking forward to future episodes!
  • Reblblac
    Great advice from an entertaining expert.
    Getting into the world of voiceover, you learn there are a lot of generous people who will give you great advice, and a few people really don’t know what they’re talking about who will also give you plenty of advice. Anthony Pica is the type of person who is generous with advice, and he knows exactly what he’s talking about. And he’s a lot of fun to listen to at the same time. The man knows how to grind, he knows how to stay motivated, he knows how to get things done, he knows how to help you. Great podcast! Buzz Blackburn Buzzblackburn.com
  • TooRichTXn
    Providing Relevant Quality Content
    The title says it all. Anthony provides us new and up and coming voice over artists with the information we need to improve our bottom lines. Always a great investment of time listening to his podcast.
  • Earl Hall Studio
    Great Content
    I love this podcast. Anthony is a master at explaining some difficult concepts in VO. Earl Hall
  • PaulOrrrocks
    Old dog learning new tricks from a new talent
    I’m trying to recall if I have ever reviewed a podcast before... I just wanted to share that as a veteran VO who was, in my opinion, very fortunate to grow up in and around broadcasting with mics and studios always around the corner - I find I’m learning a lot from someone who is new on his VO journey. I needed to better organize my online presentation. Anthony, thinks of things I haven’t. He is transparent and shares his ideas with great generosity. He’s a natural teacher and he’s helping me improve. Thank you for sharing!
  • jlee414
    Awesome Podcast
    I never leave reviews, but I have to give Anthony a shoutout because his podcast keeps me in check on my VO Journey and keeps me motivated. Every episode is very specific and gets to the point. He tells you what works for him and is provides suggestions on how you can make it work for you, rather than telling you what's right and wrong which is very refreshing to hear copmared to a lot of other podcasts. His consistency is also what keeps me subscribed and listening every(week)day. Thank you for all the great content Anothony.
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