Creative projects and spinoff side hustles from fellow voiceover artists.
Webby Awards Best Arts & Culture Podcast honoree.
Every writer has a virtual bottom drawer where they keep the bits of work they never finished, had rejected or are still holding on to for nostalgia. They choose the most interesting pieces, get them recorded by actors and, after listening to them, the writer talks to host Laura Shavin about the stories behind them, and the twists and turns of their career that led them to where they are today.
Run by Mark Ryes and Samantha Boffin, "How Do You Say That?!" is a fun, weekly podcast all about voiceovers. Now recommended by Radio Times Magazine, the show’s hit 116 episodes and features a different VO guest each week. Together, they explore the many ways you can bring a script to life... because there’s never just one right way to say it!
Paul runs the UK’s most successful Comedy Bavarian Oompah Show: The Amazing Bavarian Stompers!
The Amazing Bavarian Stompers oompah band occupy the unique position to have been the first British comedy Bavarian oompah band to be engaged to appear at a major German bier festival.
Tom hosts 'The Failing Writers' podcast (and Katie Rand does bits of voicing on it too).
Join these success-starved wordwranglers as they stumble towards their shared ambition: to become proper writers!
Learning from guests like bestselling authors and BAFTA-winning writers. Setting themselves writing tasks and trying to improve their craft. Discussing how to get past all the things that stop us writing...
And hopefully taking you on a journey with them to become successful writers!
Colin day runs Riker Records, which crafts original songs that pay homage to the iconic soul sounds of the 1960s.
Each release is a heartfelt tribute to classic soul, and the label proudly donates the artist's royalty share from every record sale to the Stax Music Academy in Memphis, supporting the next generation of soul artists.
Tramlines is Agrii’s fortnightly farming podcast, delivering expert insights to help growers enhance environmental performance and maximise profitability. Hosted by Tony Smith, each episode features agronomists, scientists, and experienced farmers discussing topics ranging from soil health and crop nutrition to digital innovations and sustainable practices. Supported by Agrii’s extensive trials programme, Tramlines offers practical advice and the latest research to guide UK farmers through the evolving agricultural landscape.
Freelance Mum is a fun, friendly, and child-friendly networking community founded by Faye Dicker.
It started life back in 2013 as a podcast and quickly grew into a supportive space where freelance parents - especially mums - can connect, share ideas, and grow their businesses together.
Whether it’s joining a ‘netwalk’ in one of the UK hubs (pushchairs and snacks welcome!) or hopping onto an online coffee morning in your comfies, Freelance Mum offers flexible ways to network that actually fit around family life.
It’s all about real connections, shared experiences, and cheering each other on through the highs and lows of freelancing.
ChatterPod is a new podcast production studio founded by Jill, designed to help individuals and brands bring their voices to life through meaningful, professional, and polished podcasts.
Whether clients are just starting out or looking to elevate an existing show, ChatterPod manages the process... from concept development and remote recording to editing, artwork and distribution.
The studio also offers a unique programme providing professional hosts and co-hosts. For those who need extra support behind the mic, ChatterPod has a roster of skilled voices ready to step in and help create something truly special.
Pauline makes bobbin lace in her spare time and sells bobbin lace jewellery, including earrings, pendants, headbands, and bracelets.
During the Christmas season, she also offers decorative tree baubles. In addition, she sells vintage bobbin lace making supplies such as bobbins, patterns, and books.
Stephen is the secretary and founder of the Black Vein Miners Memorial Society in Risca, South Wales... a not-for-profit community group dedicated to preserving local mining heritage. The society raises funds to maintain three commemorative sites: a miners’ burial ground situated in a farmer’s field, a plaque installed in a local park, and a Miners’ Corner within a memorial garden. Facebook group in the link below.
He conducts extensive historical research and regularly delivers talks. His primary areas of interest include the 130th (St John) Field Ambulance in the First World War, the 1860 mining disaster at Risca, Gareth Hughes—regarded as the first Welsh film star (www.intothelonging.com), and Lyn Harding, the notable Newport actor (www.welshcurtaincalls.co.uk).
Stephen also serves as a consultant to Llanelli Community Heritage, where he has overseen the installation of two commemorative plaques in the town.
As a writer, his historical articles have been published by the BBC online, the Dictionary of Welsh Biography (a project by the National Library of Wales), and various other online and printed platforms.
Guy runs, The world’s biggest Christmas radio station – broadcasting 365 days a year, 24/7, because apparently one day just wasn’t enough. Curated by Santa himself (with a little help from his voiceover mate), it’s packed with festive tunes, cheeky elf banter, and zero ads. Perfect for anyone who thinks Mariah Carey should never go back in the box.
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Fellow voiceover artist Shirlie Randall owns a music library called Beats Bakery. Founded in 2018, it’s a UK-based catalogue of original music created for television, film, advertising and other media. Shirlie collaborates with a talented team of composers to produce high-quality tracks, and they also offer custom compositions tailored to individual projects. It’s a trusted source for polished, professional music that fits the brief perfectly.
Liam Gerrard runs Raconteurs Audio LLP, an audiobook production and publishing company. They create audiobooks for both publishers and independent authors, and are also building their own catalogue by acquiring publishing rights. Earlier this year, the team attended the Audio Publisher’s Conference in New York, and more recently, the London Book Fair.
As well as her voiceover work, Beth is an accomplished screenwriter.
She has a long-standing writing partnership with Amy Shindler, with whom she’s developed a range of television projects across genres, including comedy, animation and drama.
Together, they've served as Head Writers on multiple productions, such as the CBeebies animated series Piripenguins (where Beth also voices two characters), and the upcoming second series of Patience for Channel 4.
Sarah hosts an upbeat weekly radio show at her local hospital radio station, Radio Horton based at the Horton Hospital in Banbury.
