The VO Median
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 project, Xavier hopes to expand the show into regular interview episodes where both English and Spanish voice artists and voiceover entrepreneurs are all welcome to share their own experiences for the benefit of beginner and veteran voice artists alike.
Welcome to The VO Median, A Midlifer’s Journey Into The Craft Of Voiceover!
Episodes
37 episodes
35. Hiring a Professional VO Coach (Pt. 4 of 4)
Welcome back to The VO Median: A Midlifer's Journey Into The Craft of Voiceover! In the fourth and final episode of our engaging series, "Hiring a Professional Voiceover Coach," host Xavier Torres brings you invaluable insights and guidance to ...
34. Hiring a Professional VO Coach (Pt. 3 of 4)
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, ...
33. Hiring a Professional VO Coach (Pt. 2 of 4)
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, X...
32. Hiring a Professional VO Coach (Pt. 1 of 4)
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 t...
31. Guiding Lights: Four Genres And The Inspirational Voices Behind Them
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 gratificati...
30. Reawakening The VO Median: Xavier's Straight Talk
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 o...
29. Stoic Practice For Modern Voiceovers
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,...
28. The Power Of Helping Others In Voiceover
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 pr...
27. Congresos: Valen La Pena? SI! Pero...
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,...
26. Don't Melt Your Life Away
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...
25. Navigating Disruptions
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 b...
24. From Entrepreneurship to Voiceover: Eduardo Garza's Unyielding Work Ethic.
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 Edu...
23. Venus Rising
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 chall...
22. Sound Proofing 101
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. <...
21. AI And The Two Paths Ahead For VO Artists.
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 e...
20. Been Away...
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 l...
19. What Instagram can teach you about critical indicators: talent, ingenuity, and grind, and how more than ever these are critical for your VO career.
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 talk...
18. Four Beliefs That Can Hinder The Pursuit Of A Succesfull Career.
“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.”...
17. Have You Heard? Empathy And Not Judging Is Your Best Bet To Grow
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 ...
16. Competividad: Eres "Rudo" o "Tecnico"?
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 c...
15. Post Pandemic Industry Disruptors And Why You Should Keep An Eye On #4
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 ...
14. What Is The Weight Of Success? (Part 2)
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. ...
14. What Is The Weight Of Success? (Part 1)
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 succes...
13. Three Letters That Can Make All the Difference In Your World.
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...
12. The Number One Priority All Voice-Over Artists Should Push For.
"Starve Your Distractions. Feed Your Focus". - UnknownThat 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 at...