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An American Voice Actor In Mexico
My thoughts on Voice Acting, freedom, cigars and booze. You know: life. I imagine some things I write about here won't be popular, but who's just looking for validation of their own viewpoints anyway? Salud.
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Mexican Shots: Take 'em Easy
One of the first cultural differences I noticed upon moving to Mexico was the way they take a shot of alcohol.
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2017
We Don't Need Each OtherRecently I read Paul Strikwerda's article, "Who's Afraid of Decent Rates?" I thought it might be an exploration of the fear many have in asking for compensation commensurate with the value they offer.
- Confessions of an Announcery Voice Talent
Almost. Every. Audition. 'Not looking for an announcer.' We get it: today most people want genuine, conversational, and 'like you're talking to a friend.' Or do they?
- Jacking Off in Grandpa's Hat: A Story of Flint, Michigan
I recently watched a documentary made by Jim Baade, an old radio buddy of mine, and felt the need to write.
- Why I'm Not Pissed at Pay-To-Play Voice Casting Sites
Many voice actors are pretty upset over P2P sites. I think their positions can be placed under two categories.
- How a Beer Buff Became a Mezcal Maniac
"Joe, a car's comin' up on us!" I warn. "Almost there," he says, while mixing our Bacardi and Cokes outside the passenger side door.
- My Favorite Microphones for Voice Overs
Let me make my level of sophistication as a studio techie plain: years ago I could never understand how my words somehow got stuck to old reel tape.
- Cultural Observations from an American in Mexico
I've lived in Mexico for over two and a half years now, and I thought I'd share what I've noticed.
2016
How I Became A Voice ActorIn San Miguel de Allende a number of folks know me as the guy who sells Guiño Guiño artesanal mezcal locally.
- Chilling Out in San Miguel de Allende
One thing I very rarely hear from friends: "Relax, Jonathan."
- Why I Moved To Mexico
On September 15th, 2004, I woke up. I won't get into how or why just now.
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