The Anime Mash with Josh Martin, Chris Rager, Jason Douglas and Sonny Strat - Season 3 episode 7

From its roots in Japan to the global phenomenon it is today, Anime is one of the hottest genres in voiceover.  And because of this there are SO many great actors out there who could come and be part of The Voiceover Hour Podcast.  So in this special episode we’re hearing from four of the most iconic voices in this genre; Josh Martin, Chris Rager, Jason Douglas, and Sonny Strait.  Josh Martin is possibly best known for voicing Dragon Ball Z’s Majin Boo. He shares with us how he got started in anime and his particular pathway to Dragon Ball Z.  Chris Rager imparts his knowledge and gives advice on the skills needed in anime. He believes a solid foundation in improv gives artists the ability to react to situations well. We hear what he believes are the other essential tools for voicing anime characters.  From The Walking Dead to Dragon Ball Z, Jason Douglas has a credit list that traverses stage, screen and voice roles reaching back to the 1980s. We learn about how each of these differs in terms of delivery and we get his thoughts on vocal techniques and performance for anime.  Last to share their incredible knowledge is the wonderful Sonny Strait. His credits cover many genres over many years. He tells us about the crossover of video games and franchises of movies spinning out of anime series and how skilled voice actors need to be to make the switch across each.  Anime is a genre unlike any other. It is action-packed and full of adventure, from offbeat comedies to inspirational stories. This area of voiceover has a style and spirit that stands out and is unique, just like the phenomenal guests in this episode of The Voiceover Hour Podcast. If you have ever wanted to go super Saiyan, ride a cat-bus, or fight in a never-ending battle across multiple dimensions, then get stuck in and give this episode a listen. Are you ready to take your voiceover career to the next level? The Voiceover Network is an organisation for voiceover professionals providing voiceover training, webinars, The Buzz magazine, support, networking events and an amazing VO community. If you are thinking of getting into voiceover work or if you already work in this area and just want to know what’s going on in the industry – then this podcast is for you. Our host is Rachael Naylor, founder and CEO of The Voiceover Network as well as an experienced voiceover artist. Thanks to our Sponsors:  Hindenburg, Apogee, Source Elements and Focusrite.  Follow us on instagram.com/the_voiceover_network/ Follow us on facebook.com/TheVoiceOverNetworkOfficial Follow us on twitter.com/NetworkVO Follow us on linkedin.com/company/the-voiceover-network-ltd/