Tyler Rhoads: Unlocking the Secrets to Animated Performance: Starfield, Voltron, and AI Insights with Voice Actor & Coach Tyler Rhoads | S3E28

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Dive into the enchanting realm of animation and video games in this episode of "Alison's Wonderland." Join our host, Alicyn Packard, as she engages in an enthralling conversation with the multi-talented Tyler Rhoads, a renowned voice actor and director in the animation and gaming industry. Discover the behind-the-scenes magic of projects like Starfield and Redfall, and explore the intricate world of voice acting and direction in this insightful and engaging episode. Perfect for enthusiasts of animation and video games, this episode promises to be a memorable journey through the voices and visions that bring our favorite digital worlds to life. So, settle in, turn up the volume, and let's embark on this extraordinary exploration together. READ MORE

We’re back with “the modern day Mel Blanc” – Billy West. Billy has an amazing list of credits to his name, as he is known as the original voice actor for Nickelodeon’s Doug as well as Stimpy Cat and Ren Hoek in The Ren & Stimpy Show. In addition to these roles, Billy is also best known for being the voice of several Futurama characters which include Philip Fry, Professor Farnsworth, Dr. Zoidberg, and Zapp Braniggan. It is also worth noting that Billy plays King Rulo in the Netflix animated series Disenchantment.

In this continuation, Billy shares a whole array of stories that offer wonder and inspiration. We start off by talking about how he landed his roles in Futurama, where he reveals that he actually didn’t audition for Fry! Then, Billy moves on to talk about the people that inspired Dr. Zoidberg and King Rulo’s distinct and iconic voices. He also goes on to take us on a trip down memory lane, where he shares what it was like to meet Mel Blanc as well as Michael Jordan! Then, on a more serious note, Billy talks about the obstacles he had to conquer to get to where he is now.

Timestamps:

[0:32] How Billy landed his Futurama roles

[6:42] How Billy became a part of Disenchantment

[7:49] The actor that inspired King Rulo’s voice

[14:35] The battles Billy struggled with and won

[20:07] Meeting Mel Blanc

[26:03] Meeting Michael Jordan

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