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

In this week's episode, we have the incredible Debra Wilson as our guest! Debra, renowned for her unforgettable presence on the hit sketch comedy series Mad TV from 1995 to 2003, boasts an impressive and diverse list of accomplishments. Not only is she a remarkable actress and comedian, but she has also made her mark as a talented voice artist. Throughout her career, Debra has lent her voice to a multitude of characters, such as Ramaraffe in Mao Mao: Heroes of Pure Heart, Grandma Shark in Baby Shark's Big Show!, Tera Snapdragon in The Owl House, and Kira in Dogs in Space, among others. Additionally, she has taken on pivotal roles in video games, including Monju in Monster Hunter: Rise , Amanda Waller in Batman: The Enemy Within and Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League, Cere Junda in Star Wars: Fallen Order, and Renata Glasc in League of Legends, to name just a few.

Join us as Debra talks about her journey, spiritual awakening, and how she freed herself from being held back by materialistic labels, and how it has changed her life and how she approaches her work today. In this interview, Debra shares a plethora of inspiring and enlightening stories from her journey and discusses why it is vital for anyone seeking to live their best life to tell their story in order to gain the best possible experience in life. She also goes on to reveal her definition of a person’s real X factor and also talks about the difference between superficial voice acting and genuinely performing. Plus, Debra even goes on to talk about her awesome tattoos, and even discloses how she wants to go when her time comes.

Debra offers so much insight and awesome stories in this episode that you can definitely apply in your own journey, so don’t miss a minute of it!

Timestamps:

[05:20]Why you need to tell your story

[15:46]Debra’s message for anyone going through a difficult time

[19:52]How does Debra want to spend her time?

[23:00]“I never become that character”

[28:28]Debra talks about how she prioritizes the story

[31:29] This is what your real X factor is

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