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The VO Median is a podcast created by Xavier Torres, a former five diamond butler, turned digital marketing enthusiast and now aspiring bilingual voice talent. } Xavier’s motivation is driven in great part not only to help, educate and inspire others looking for a career change into the business, craft and industry of voiceover, but also as means to keep himself accountable by showing up and telling his side of the story from his perspective at the median part of his life. Initially a solo p ...
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A podcast talking about the thought provoking moments that happen in our everyday lives. Join us as we re-imagine what society considers normal. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aprettynormal/support
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The boys are back as Brian reviews his recent trip to Alaska, how dope the Planet of the Apes saga is, and we review the new film "Furiosa: A Mad Max" film. Go see it in theatres today!!!! We also have a surprise guest join us. Make sure to stay tuned for more on that.... Click the Linktree https://linktr.ee/millennialisticpod to subscribe on all m…
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In this episode of The VO Median, the third installment of a compelling four-part series, Xavier continues to emphasize the importance of enlisting a skilled VO Coach and why focusing on Character Development, Emotional Connection, and Networking Opportunities are essential aspects of voiceover artistry. Whether you're a seasoned professional or ju…
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In this episode, Xavier Torres delves deeper into the multifaceted world of voiceover coaching, bringing listeners invaluable insights from industry professionals. Building on the foundational knowledge shared in the first part of the series, Xavier begins by exploring the significance of gaining industry insight from seasoned coaches. Understandin…
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In this episode, the first of a four part series, Xavier delves into the indispensable role of hiring a professional voiceover coach. From novices to seasoned performers, this series underscores how expert guidance can shape and elevate one's trajectory in the industry. Throughout this comprehensive four-part journey, Xavier delves into twelve esse…
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Well everyone else is talking about it so we might as well put in our 2 cents. Who's side are you on? Do you believe that Kendrick is a woman beating, emotional, psychopath? Or do you think Drake has been been grooming underage girls and abandoned his kid... again. Put in the comments what you think and we'll keep you posted on any updates in this …
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In this episode, Xavier shares his insights on four specific genres of the industry: corporate narration, documentary narration, video game voiceover and audiobook narration. Through Xavier's lens, discover the unique challenges and gratifications that accompany each genre, offering a glimpse into the rich tapestry of opportunities within the indus…
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Hey there, fellow aspiring voice artists and TVOM enthusiasts! It's your slightly weathered guide, Xavier Torres, back in the saddle again with another installment of The VO Median: A Midlifer's Journey Into The Craft Of Voiceover. Six months of radio silence and here we are, dusting off the cobwebs, shaking off the rust, and resurrecting this litt…
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On this episode we have the enigmatic yet omnipresent Martine Torres! Some call him The Vanilla Gorilla and in some circles Marty Party. He came and graced The Millennialistic studio to discuss his upcoming project with his pals at LucidMindz, stories from his 60 plus festivals he's attended, Nashville's local EDM scene and his thoughts on partying…
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The boys take a deep dive into skateboarding, skate culture, skating, Jackass, skating video games, skating videos, skating, Tony Hawk, skate shops, and more skating! https://linktr.ee/millennialisticpod #Millennialistic #MillennialisticPod #Nashville #Skating #Skateboarding Support the Show.By Brian and Xavier
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If you liked part I of this interview, you're gonna love part II! We take a deeper dive into the last 50 years of hip-hop, dabble in some politics, and Wick-it challenges all of you suckas to a game on ping-pong! Make sure to go follow Wick-it on Instagram @DJWickIt and download his latest project, "Wick-itstrumentals Vol 8" out now at https://wick…
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Buckle up for this one! We had such a fun time with Wick-it the Instigator as we got into our favorite Canadian comedy shows, some festivals highlights for #DJWickIt and discuss how much we hate snow. Part II coming next week so stay tuned in! Go follow Wick-it on Instagram @DJWickIt and go download his new project #WickItstrumentalsVol8 out now on…
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Stand-up comic and director, Tom Garland comes on the show to talk about his stand-up career, how he transitioned into filming, and ended up directing his own documentary, 'Arcade Gamer: The True Story.' Make sure to go stream it on Tubi, Fawesome, and Amazon today and go follow Tom Garland on Facebook and Instagram @tomgarlandlv. Thank you for com…
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90 more episode than you thought we'd make it... The fellas are at it again discussing the new #Kanye album, the Super Bowl, and new advancements in AI. Make sure to rate and review our show our Spotify and Apple Podcasts, follow us on Facebook and Instagram @millennialisticpod and subscribe to get notifications on future episodes! https://linktr.e…
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https://linktr.ee/millennialisticpod Getting right back into it with the homie Sangi on Part II of this epic sit-down! We get into skating, talk about Sangi's up-an-coming food truck, and our ideal statue proportions. Make sure to go like and subscribe to our page to get notifications on our latest episodes! Thank you again, Sangi, for coming on an…
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We're back for our first episode of the year and it's a good one! The good homie Sangi comes on the podcast as we discuss Christmas as kids, what's it's like to work on Broadway, and 80's pro wrestling shenanigan's!!! Tune in next week for Part II and go follow Nick on Instagram @7sangi7 https://linktr.ee/millennialisticpod #Millennialistic #Millen…
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In today's episode, Xavier takes a deep dive into the transformative philosophy of Stoicism. Discover how this ancient wisdom can equip you with the resilience and adaptability crucial for conquering the challenges of the voice acting industry, especially in the era of AI voice synthesis. To explore further and delve into the wisdom of the Stoic ph…
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Welcome back to The VO Median, A Midlifer's Journey Into The Craft Of Voiceover and your go-to podcast for midlife career changers exploring the captivating world of voiceover. Hosted by Xavier Torres, this episode delves into a profound quote by the legendary Zig Ziglar: "You can get everything in life you want if you help enough other people get …
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A conversation so good it needed two parts! On this episode, we get into Brian (and Brian's) love of Survivor, the Vegas Sphere, and info on Goddess Awakening 2024!!! Thank you again to Jason and Samantha for being the most awesome guest of all time!!! Make sure to go follow them!!! @goddessawakeningfest @skinnybmusic https://linktr.ee/millennialis…
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Our dear friends Samantha (DJ Space Kitty) and Jason (DJ Skinny B) join us today for an amazing 2.5 hour marathon that we ended up breaking into to parts. We talk about our favorite cigar lounge in Antioch, deer meat, and some good memories about our dear friend, Kyle, who we recently lost. Kyle, this episode is dedicated to you! Make sure to tune …
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Bienvenidos a la segunda temporada de "The VO Median, A Midlifer's Journey Into The Craft of Voice Over". En este emocionante episodio, nuestro anfitrión, Xavier Torres, comparte su experiencia en su primer congreso en la ciudad de Guadalajara, México. Durante cuatro días llenos de oportunidades y desafíos, Xavier se propuso dos metas ambiciosas: d…
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Join us for a spoOoOoky episode about our favorite Halloween costumes, creepy stories, apocalypse scenarios, scariest movies we've ever seen, #RealLyfeScaries and how Tim Burton suckssssssss https://linktr.ee/millennialisticpod #Millennialistic #MillennialisticPod #Nashville #Halloween #WhySoSerious #BlackShaman #RealyfeScaries Support the Show.…
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Xavier and Brian are back at it and we get right into it! Would you rather have a clone or a robot like in iRobot? Also, we discovered that Brian has never seen a M. Night Shyamalan movie. What's your favorite? Comment belowwwww https://linktr.ee/millennialisticpod #Millennialistic #MIllennialisticPod #Nashville #MNightShyamalan #PersonalDevelopmen…
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Brian gets on to give a weekend update from his time in the Midwest this weekend, briefly discusses this Israel situation, and talks about still getting home sick at age 30. Do you ever get home sick? What helps you get through? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/millennialistic/id1520283414?uo=4 https://open.spotify.com/show/0wdN8wioVKiQpEsMGi1…
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Welcome back VO Median listeners! Today's topic, a universal theme that resonates with dream-chasers in all fields, centers around the invaluable but often overlooked commodity: time. As Xavier shares profound insights, he hopes to ignite a spark within every listener, inspiring them to seize the moment and pursue their passions. This short but imp…
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Welcome back, dear listeners, to a fresh and invigorating episode of 'The VO Median: A Midlifer's Journey Into The Craft of Voiceover.' After a well-deserved summer break, recharging alongside loved ones, our host Xavier Torres is back at the helm. The past few weeks might have been filled with disruptions, but now, a revitalized energy fuels our e…
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Welcome back to another exciting episode of The VO Median, where listeners embark on a journey of voiceover mastery! In this episode, prepare to be inspired as the spotlight shines on a remarkable individual. Introducing Eduardo Garza, a self-made entrepreneur and financial consultant, whose powerful statement rings true: "And if things are not goi…
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Welcome to "The VO Median: A Midlifer's Journey Into The Craft of Voiceover," In this episode, Xavier, your host, uncovers the remarkable parallels between the unwavering determination of tennis legend Venus Williams and the challenges faced by aspiring voiceover artists on their own journey to becoming established professionals. Just as Venus conf…
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Brian is back on the mic talking about some local issues at his former high school. Take a dive (pun intended) with Brian as he unfolds the recent concern of the Olympia High School pool potentially closing. He's got questions. He needs answers.... #Millennialistic #MillennialisticPod #Nashville #OlympiaHighSchool #StanfordIL #OlympiaCUSD16 #SaveTh…
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In this informative episode of The VO Median, Xavier shares the essential steps for crafting an incredible home studio for voiceover work. Get ready to enhance your recording as he guides you through the process. From finding the perfect room with flawless acoustics to adding sound-absorbing panels and optimizing equipment placement, you'll learn h…
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Join your host Xavier Torres in the latest episode of "The VO Median: A Midlifer's Journey Into The Craft of Voice Over" as he delves into the two distinct mindsets emerging within the voice acting community. With insights and personal experiences, Xavier discusses the fears and uncertainties surrounding the rise of AI technology, while also explor…
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Welcome back to "The VO Median," where your host, Xavier Torres, returns with a heartfelt episode after a period of absence. Having faced personal hardships and moments of doubt, Xavier shares the transformative lessons learned during this time of reflection and self-discovery. Despite sharing strategies for navigating midlife crisis, Xavier encoun…
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Welcome to The VO Median, A Midlifer's Journey Into The Craft Of Voiceover, with your host Xavier Torres. In this episode, Xavier shares the three key elements of social media marketing success: talent, ingenuity, and grind. He also talks about his personal journey of navigating the world of Instagram, including the initial reluctance to share pers…
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“We believe in bravery. We believe in taking action. We believe in freedom from fear and in acquiring the skills to force the bad out of our world so that the good can prosper and thrive. If you also believe in those things, we welcome you.” ― Veronica Roth, Divergent During the research for this episode, Xavier discovered many limiting beliefs tha…
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This is a personal one for Xavier. Join him as he gets deep into the weeds and shares his views on really understanding and practicing empathy, being non-judgemental and learning an incredible lesson from someone very close to him about living in the present moment. This one kept him up many nights...and we're sure the conclusion will warm your hea…
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Cuando compites, te consideras “Rudo” o “Técnico”? Acompaña a Xavier en este episodio que, a primera vista, podría sonar un poco burlón y fuera de tema. Sin embargo, hay mucho que decir acerca del estilo que utilizas al competir cuando eres, por ejemplo, el dueño de un negocio, o cuando está en juego una promoción de trabajo, o bien, en nuestro cas…
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Many things have changed over the last two years. Working and earning a living were certainly not the exception. When we finally made it to the other side of the pandemic, one of the biggest diruptors many of us had to assimilate was remote work. And whether our assimilation was uneventful, maybe even welcome, or challenging and at times confusing,…
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Hi! Welcome toThe VO Median episode 14: What is The Weight of Success (Part 2). In part 1 Xavier shared with you some of his experiences a few years back, during lockdown, when he decided to learn how to bake bread. Those weeks spent at the work table allowed Xavier to get re-acquainted with two very important aspects of growing any business, VO re…
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What is the weight of success? Discipline? Perseverance? Tenacity? Courage? How about…900 grams? Intrigued? Join Xavier in this episode as he explains how he arrived at the exact weight of success while learning an age-old skill which also allowed him to delight and surprise his family during some of the most challenging times mankind has faced in …
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Brian is old affff now! Hear him re-cap how it feels to turn 30, the guys touch on some throwback hip-hop albums, and give you a timeline of how long we're actually safe for before the Terminator films come to real life... #Millennialistic #MillennialisticPod #Nashville #AItakeover #ChineseSpyBalloon #Turning30Sucks Support the Show.…
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Words matter. And how you use those words in your life can have a profound impact in your journey. Think of a sailboat in the middle of the ocean. The compass keeps its course right and true. Until a powerful storm appears on the horizon. It's a big storm, no doubt. But the able captain knows that by adding the slightest change of direction on his …
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"Starve Your Distractions. Feed Your Focus". - Unknown That may seem a little extreme but it holds true when people focus undue attention on an idea or object that is new and trendy, that is until something new shows up and grabs their attention yet again. It is no different for VO artists. In this episode, Xavier goes deeper into SOS (Shinny Objec…
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In his episode, Xavier sits down, reflects and shares some of his milestones during 2022, and looks foward to 2023 as a year full of potential, with it's fair share of ups and downs, but also of exciting possibilties and additional milestones to accomplish, as his jorney towards becoming a professional voice talent continues. Join him too as he sen…
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Bienvenidos a The VO Median, un podcast producido por Xavier Torres, tu anfitrion, y creado como un vehiculo de rendicion de cuentas (para Xavier!), asi como un medio de aprendizaje y educacion para todos aquellos que estan interesados en abordar la desafiante carrera de voice over. Xavier lleva 12 meses ya recorridos dentro de la industria. Durant…
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"Find a group of people who challenge and inspire you, spend a lot of time with them, and it will change your life." – Amy Poehler Join Xavier as he shares his views on why being the “lone-wolf” will no longer work in today’s community-driven businesses, including podcasting, and how, more than ever, team effort plays a huge role in all this. Learn…
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