In ep 136 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Helen Quigley joins Sam and Mark and we go from boobs and breasts to a winky read... uncovering all kinds of shenanigans! Then there's the whole slang thing - are boobies ta-tas or tay-ters like potatoes??? We have a strong debate that rather takes us away from the read!! Plus, when is a spoof not a spoof... when you have to read it seriously! A spoof spy script has us reeling... and if you've ever wondered what dough being kneaded sounds like (if the dough could talk) we reveal all!
Our VO question this week is all about what a casting director is actually looking for when you audition.
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Script 1
What's the most searched for body part on porn sites? You guessed it, breasts.
Here’s everything we know about ‘em.
Whether hemispherical, pear shaped, sagging or flat, women's breasts are pretty unique, because while all mammalian breasts produce milk for their young, humans are the only species who view tatas in a sexual context.
81% of women say that having their coconuts stimulated causes or enhances sexual arousal.
Script 2
Yes, it is me. I have it. It was very easy. He is even more stupid than his file says. The train leaves in seventeen minutes and thirty-eight seconds. It is due to arrive in Istanbul in approximately nineteen hours and eight minutes, and then it will take approximately seven minutes and twelve seconds for me to reach a telephone. I’m sorry I can’t be more precise. I must go; the train will leave in seventeen minutes and twenty three seconds.
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About our guest:
Helen Quigley is a creative audio producer and voiceover. As the former she produces podcasts for independent production companies Fresh Air Production and Boffin Media, and audio drama with B7 Media both independently and for BBC Radio 4. Voice work includes explainer and corporate videos, on hold messaging and commercials - usually in her native Teesside accent!
Resources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing!
About your hosts:
With over 40 years representing major international clients such as Google, Emirates and HSBC; Mark Ryes has been trusted to be the voice for some of the world’s biggest brands. If your business needs a fresh voice to represent you, then make it Mark's British voice. As a voiceover, TV presenter, podcaster or product demonstrator - Mark makes your brand truly sparkle!
Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermark
Elegantly British with an intelligent, warm and seductive voice, Samantha Boffin 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.
Samantha's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin