Episode 57

Aubrey Parsons: The One with the Cornflake Queen!

In this episode of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Aubrey Parsons joins Sam and Mark to talk about a timeline tongue twist of a list, a vintage blast from the past, flirting over the garden fence, and a catalogue of audiobooks!

Our VO question this week is all about whether producers really are only looking for authentic accents.

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

In 1972, Odin launched our modern diagnostics business, quickly becoming a world leader in cutting-edge diagnostics, screening and monitoring technologies.

1972: Odin introduces the ODI-100 blood chemistry analyser to determine enzyme levels and analyse blood components.

1974: Aline II, an improved hepatitis test developed by Odin, allows hospitals and blood banks, for the first time, to supply blood for transfusion the same day it is drawn.

Script 2

In an industrious little factory town, full of busy bees and eager beavers,

one future captain of industry is getting ready for the breakfast of champions.

Call her the Cornflake Queen.

The Hostess of Toast.

The High Priestess of the Pre-Brunch Munch Club.

But oh no!

What’s this?

Cupboards bare.

Parents bawling.

THINGS JUST GOT CEREAL!

Who can possibly rescue us from this malodorous mealtime malady?

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About our guest:

Aubrey Parsons is a Welsh native raised in the UK. As an audiobook narrator he's sold over 160 thousand audiobooks to date and counting…

His voice is described as versatile, warm, and engaging, and he also has experience as a singer, producer and studio engineer. He's worked on projects for major brands such as Roland, Disney, and the BBC, The Royal Mint, Molinare & Dr Who.

He's also a character voice and accents specialist. He covers all English regional accents, both Northern and Southern Ireland, and many European accents too. Even Sir Anthony Hopkins described Aubrey as having "a beautiful voice"!

Aubrey's Website

Aubrey'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

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About the Podcast

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A fun podcast showing there are unlimited ways to read a script - sponsored by https://www.voxbox.studio/

About your hosts

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Mark Ryes

With over 40 years representing major international clients such as Google, Emirates and HSBC; Mark has been trusted to be the voice for some of the world’s biggest brands. Beyond the big names, it’s his reputation with clients that truly speaks to his professionalism and work ethic. If your business needs a fresh voice to represent you, then make it a British voice…
Mark's also seen weekly on television across the UK, both on ITV1 and Ideal World.
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Samantha Boffin

Elegantly British with an intelligent, warm and seductive voice, Samantha helps creatives and production companies create great audio that really connects with their audience.

BBC-trained and with over 20 years of broadcast experience on both sides of the mic, she's created award-winning promos, narration and commercials for companies all around the globe, including the BBC, Sky, Games Workshop, John Lewis, Audible and Penguin Random House.