In this episode we welcome the multifaceted Debi Derryberry!

Debi Derryberry is one of Hollywood's most sought-after voice-over actors, best knowing for voicing characters such as Jimmy Neutron, Draculuara in Monster High and the Aliens in Toy Story. Debi's talents also extend far beyond the booth into the music industry, where she is an award-winning children's music singer-songwriter, and country musician in the trio Honey Pig.

From starting out in community theatre to being a stunt double riding a whale in Free Willy and voicing some of the world's most beloved characters, Debi shares the journey of her remarkable career with us.

We talk about the art of improvising and why your audition comes down to the first 10 seconds, why she avoids loud restaurants to protect her voice, and the surprising way in which studying Pre-Med at UCLA helped her prepare for the role of Jimmy Neutron...

Whether you're an aspiring voice actor, looking for a portfolio career in the music industry or just a fan of the characters that defined your childhood, this episode is for you!

Check out Debi's YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAM6ZbvWAFQNRchmhO1GvXg

Or visit her website here: https://debiderryberry.com

Chapters:
0:00 Intro
2:34 What came first, music or acting?
6:08 The move to voice acting
8:25 What does an audition look like?
11:32 Improv
14:08 How voice acting works
17:44 Country trio ‘Honey Pig’
21:32 Writing children’s music
29:48 Voice-Over 101
33:48 Protecting your instrument
36:03 Picking sustainable voices
38:00 Acting lessons
39:45 Debi’s characters!
42:30 Wrap up

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