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!
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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, especially in the era of AI voice synthesis.
To explore further and delve into the wisdom of the Stoic philosophers mentioned in this episode, check out the show notes for links to their work:
Nassim Nicholas Taleb – Learn more about the concept of antifragility and embracing the uncertainties of life.
Donald Robertson – Explore the integration of Stoicism with modern psychology and practical tools for managing stress and adversity.
William B. Irvine – Delve into Stoic practices for finding tranquility and happiness in a constantly changing world.
Don't miss out on this enlightening journey into the heart of Stoicism and its profound implications for voice actors. Tune in now and equip yourself with the tools to thrive in the face of adversity.
Want to know more? Here are further resources for you to dive deeper:
https://nassimtaleb.org/
https://donaldrobertson.name/
https://www.williambirvine.com/
Ryan Holiday's https://dailystoic.com/podcast/