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A fun podcast sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk for voiceovers, actors, podcasters - and anyone who has ever read a script out loud into a microphone! Your hosts, award-winning voiceover artists Mark Ryes and Samantha Boffin, chat to a special guest each week to try out new scripts and some unexpected wildcard styles - proving that there isn't just one way to read a script, but a multitude of different ways. There are also questions, fun facts and lots of voiceover tricks and tips!
Contact us with your questions and comments anytime - podcast@britishvoiceover.co.uk
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How Do You Say That?‪!‬ Mark Ryes and Samantha Boffin

    • Arts
    • 5.0 • 7 Ratings

A fun podcast sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk for voiceovers, actors, podcasters - and anyone who has ever read a script out loud into a microphone! Your hosts, award-winning voiceover artists Mark Ryes and Samantha Boffin, chat to a special guest each week to try out new scripts and some unexpected wildcard styles - proving that there isn't just one way to read a script, but a multitude of different ways. There are also questions, fun facts and lots of voiceover tricks and tips!
Contact us with your questions and comments anytime - podcast@britishvoiceover.co.uk
Join us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/HDYSTpodcast
Join us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093692320140
Join us on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/hdystpodcast/

    Emma Griffiths: The one with the Voiceover Bucket List!

    Emma Griffiths: The one with the Voiceover Bucket List!

    In this episode of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Emma Griffiths joins Sam and Mark to talk about tall stories, wizarding family traits and chocolate tasting - plus there's an awful lot of giggling!
    Our VO question this week is all about your top ambitions in the voiceover field - what's still on your VO bucket list?
    Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.uk
    Script 1
    This strange tale was one of the strangest I have ever heard in my life. Normally you’d just listen to it and think that the person had just walked out of the ‘tall story club.’ And if it weren’t for the fact that the Browning family had really existed, that there were photographs and diaries and people who actually knew them - as well as all the newspaper cuttings of course - you’d fast forget it.
    Script 2
    My family. I love them, but sometimes I wonder what goes on inside their heads…
    My daughter. Loves the planet AND loves annoying her big brother. Ah! she’s a Hufflepuff!
    My everyday hero! He does require a lot of flattery though. Definitely Gryffindor.
    Ambitious. Misunderstood? Only wears black…he’s in his Slytherin phase! We’ve all been there…

    **Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!"
    About our guest:
    Born and raised in Shropshire, Emma Griffiths has a degree in Illustration but decided not to pursue this as a career and worked for a number of years in graduate recruitment for Cadburys and others... so when when she decided to move into voiceover it was a huge change.
    She her teeth in audiobooks but moved into more corporate and commercial work since because it suits her working style better.
    Emma's worked with some big blue-chip clients including Chanel, Lego, Ferrero, Selfridges, and Audible Studios.
    In her spare time she loves nature (she's a bit of a bird geek) and loves wood-walks with her Samoyed Toby. She loves great food and live comedy.
    Emma's Website
    Emma's Facebook page
    @EmmaGriffithsVO on Instagram
    @EmmaGriffithsVO on Twitter

    Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing!

    Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark
    Sam's demos & contact details: a href="https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

    • 33 min
    Ep 67 Trailer - Emma Griffiths (out 3rd May)

    Ep 67 Trailer - Emma Griffiths (out 3rd May)

    Short trailer for Episode 67 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Emma Griffiths.
    Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark
    Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin

    • 40 sec
    Noni Lewis: The one with the Queen Mum's Best Mate!

    Noni Lewis: The one with the Queen Mum's Best Mate!

    In this episode of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Noni Lewis joins Sam and Mark to talk about approaching royal docs, the beauty of the Welsh accent, and we get steamy at a builder's merchants!
    Our VO question this week is all about the changes we've seen over a quarter of a century in the voiceover business.
    Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.uk
    Script 1
    Elizabeth's most treasured corgi was Susan, who was gifted to the Princess on her 18th birthday in 1944.
    Susan quickly became Elizabeth's constant companion and loyal friend through thick and thin.
    She was so attached to Susan that she insisted on taking her along on her honeymoon with Prince Philip in 1947, hiding the dog under a pile of blankets in their carriage to the station directly after the wedding.
    Their bond was unbreakable, transcending even the formalities of royal protocol.
    Script 2
    We’re H.O.T. - the Builders Merchants with gorgeous supplies.
    From sumptuous bricks, made with real sweat and tears, to mouth-watering timber and plumbing supplies to get you all hot and sweaty.
    We’ve got free local delivery, and charming experts on-hand to seduce you.
    Hot Property Builders - now open on Colchester Avenue, Cardiff. Minimum spend applies to free delivery.

    **Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!"
    About our guest:
    Noni Lewis is a bilingual Welsh actor, voiceover, writer and director with a 25 year background in theatre and voice. Over the years she has become the go-to voice for all things Welsh as well as continuing to perform a diverse range of accents and characters alongside regular corporate and commercial work. Noni has voiced for the BBC, S4C, Aardman, and many other clients in promos, movies, cartoons, radio plays, live radio performances, poetry readings and everything in-between.
    Noni's Website
    @noni_lewis on Instagram
    @NoniLewis on Twitter
    Noni's Facebook page

    Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing!

    Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark
    Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin

    • 30 min
    Ep 66 Trailer - Noni Lewis (out 26th Apr)

    Ep 66 Trailer - Noni Lewis (out 26th Apr)

    Short trailer for Episode 66 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Noni Lewis.
    Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark
    Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin

    • 38 sec
    Scott Chambers: The One with the Exploding Teacher!

    Scott Chambers: The One with the Exploding Teacher!

    In this episode of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Scott Chambers joins Sam and Mark from Florida to talk about the US radio imaging market, being super tall, getting to grips with an introspective Mum (or Dad) and what happens when you lose your patience with kids!
    Our VO question this week is all about whether the US market wants British voices and vice-versa.
    Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.uk
    Script 1
    Female version - He’s a good father. He’s better with Sarah than I am, much more patient. He’ll read her the same bedtime story over and over. And do all the voices. As if it’s the first time. Never seems to get sick of it. It’s nice to see him like that, happy and comfortable like that. He’s a good dad. He can do no wrong in her eyes. A good husband too, I suppose. Maybe I’m being silly.
    You wouldn’t think you could hate the sound of running water, would you? Maybe it’s me has the problem. Dr, I’m afraid of the sound of running water. Everyone’s afraid of something aren’t they?
    Male version - She’s a good mum. She’s better with Sarah than I am, much more patient. She’ll read her the same bedtime story over and over. And do all the voices. As if it’s the first time. Never seems to get sick of it. It’s nice to see her like that, happy and comfortable like that. She’s a good mum. She can do no wrong in her eyes. A good wife too, I suppose. Maybe I’m being silly.
    You wouldn’t think you could hate the sound of running water, would you? (laughs) Maybe it’s me has the problem. Dr, I’m afraid of the sound of running water. Everyone’s afraid of something aren’t they?
    Script 2
    Remember…some of the best times of your life… haven't happened yet. And this is one of ‘em: (winners screaming) Win a thousand dollars, 13 times a day. Claim your share of half a million dollars, next.
    Grab the family. Get out of town. And head to Disney! Family 4 packs of tickets, every hour, on the hour.
    **Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!"
    
    About our guest:
    Scott Chambers has lent his voice to some of the most trusted global brands, including AT&T, Burger King, Coca-Cola, and many more. In addition to commercials, he specializes in radio imaging and promos... and can be heard on a number of radio stations in North America, as the imaging and promo voice.
    Scott is also an accomplished live announcer and host. Event clients include NASCAR, United Airlines, NGPA and others. He's served as a host at voiceover conferences like VO Atlanta and One Voice Conference in Dallas, TX and London, UK.
    Living far outside of major hubs like LA and NY, Scott prefers to take the small-town, big career approach. He lives on Perdido Key in Florida. Scott enjoys spending time with family, flying airplanes, boating, relaxing on the beach and world travel.
    Scott's Website
    a...

    • 34 min
    Ep 65 Trailer - Scott Chambers (out 19th Apr)

    Ep 65 Trailer - Scott Chambers (out 19th Apr)

    Short trailer for Episode 65 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Scott Chambers.
    Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark
    Sam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin

    • 38 sec

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
7 Ratings

7 Ratings

Rach_Ca ,

So very human!

This is my favourite podcast at the moment. It’s a terrific reminder that as voice actors and as human beings, we are all incredibly unique. The thing I enjoy most is that you feel like a fly on the wall listening tothree experienced voiceover buddies play around with the same scripts.

The premise of the podcast is laid right out in front of you because each of these talented and experienced voice actors deliver very different performances despite having shared the same info re. context, meaning and tone etc.

The moral of the story? Don’t compare yourself too much to other voice actors, you are unique. It’s good to play/experiment and then commit yourself and be brave 😊 LOVE IT!!

MoSteph ,

Quality Tips & Laughs

I cannot believe I’m so late to discover this one, but I’m very glad I have! Brilliantly produced and hosted with a smooth professionalism you’d expect from this pair, and they’re also funny! I’m hooked after 1 episode. Felt like a very entertaining mini masterclass in VO. And you’ll not go wrong with episode after episode of delicious ear candy! Yum yum!

LisaShingler VoiceActor ,

How Do You Say That?

Delightful, Funny, Insightful. Mark and Sam are brilliant hosts of this fantastic podcast. After the first episode I was absolutely hooked. It’s as entertaining as it educational and the special guests all have something new and unique to bring to every episode. Love, love LOVE this, wish I could listen to it everyday :)

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