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Leanna Bdewi is a voiceover artist with range, rhythm, and a love for character. Fluent in English, French, and Armenian, she brings crisp clarity, playful comedy, and heartfelt craft to every project—whether it's a quirky animation, a sleek tech commercial, or a soulful promo. Her voice? Versatile, warm, and always client-ready.

https://lianabdewi.com/

When was the last time you heard a woman voicing the promos for the Super Bowl, a PGA tournament, or the World Cup? Chances are, you haven’t—and that needs to change.

The Building Doors campaign is pushing for equal opportunities in voice-over, especially in male-dominated spaces like sports. We spotlight female voice actors voicing ads originally voiced by men, challenging brands and agencies to embrace gender diversity.

Find Building Doors on Instagram, LinkedIn, and our website.

https://buymeacoffee.com/buildingdoorsvo

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https://www.linkedin.com/company/buildingdoorsvo

https://www.buildingdoorsvo.com/

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Laya Hoffman’s path to voiceover was anything but traditional—from DJing in Chicago to riding mountains in Colorado and producing underground radio shows. After a journey of self-discovery and reinvention, she found her voice again and bet on herself. In this episode, she shares how she broke into sports promos, voiced award-winning campaigns, and champions equality in a male-dominated space. Her story is packed with grit, gravitas, and a whole lot of heart. https://www.layahoffman.com/

When was the last time you heard a woman voicing the promos for the Super Bowl, a PGA tournament, or the World Cup? Chances are, you haven’t—and that needs to change.

The Building Doors campaign is pushing for equal opportunities in voice-over, especially in male-dominated spaces like sports. We spotlight female voice actors voicing ads originally voiced by men, challenging brands and agencies to embrace gender diversity.

Find Building Doors on Instagram, LinkedIn, and our website.

https://buymeacoffee.com/buildingdoorsvo

https://www.instagram.com/buildingdoorsvo/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/buildingdoorsvo

https://www.buildingdoorsvo.com/

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On this episode we REPLAY the audio version of an Instagram LIVE where Building Doors campaign Ambassador Linsay Rousseau hosts "Women Changing the Game in Sports Media" with panel guests Haiya Kofler, prominent presenter and media specialist and Adrienne Roberson, the FIRST FEMALE PA announcer for the Orioles.

Together, they talk about breaking barriers, owning the spotlight, and paving new paths for women in sports. You won’t want to miss this inspiring, real talk from voices who are changing the game—literally.

When was the last time you heard a woman voicing the promos for the Super Bowl, a PGA tournament, or the World Cup? Chances are, you haven’t—and that needs to change.

The Building Doors campaign is pushing for equal opportunities in voice-over, especially in male-dominated spaces like sports. We spotlight female voice actors voicing ads originally voiced by men, challenging brands and agencies to embrace gender diversity.

Find Building Doors on Instagram, LinkedIn, and our website.

https://buymeacoffee.com/buildingdoorsvo

https://www.instagram.com/buildingdoorsvo/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/buildingdoorsvo

https://www.buildingdoorsvo.com/

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From drama school in Sydney to voice booths across Europe, Dianne Weller’s voiceover path is rich with international flavor and artistic commitment. Her love for character work, musicality, and storytelling has led to roles for brands like Nokia, Chanel, and Samsonite. In this episode, she shares how opera, acting, and VO intersect in her career—and why Building Doors resonates so deeply. Dianne’s journey is a reminder that passion, craft, and connection open doors around the world.

https://dianneweller.com/

When was the last time you heard a woman voicing the promos for the Super Bowl, a PGA tournament, or the World Cup? Chances are, you haven’t—and that needs to change.

The Building Doors campaign is pushing for equal opportunities in voice-over, especially in male-dominated spaces like sports. We spotlight female voice actors voicing ads originally voiced by men, challenging brands and agencies to embrace gender diversity.

Find Building Doors on Instagram, LinkedIn, and our website.

https://buymeacoffee.com/buildingdoorsvo

https://www.instagram.com/buildingdoorsvo/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/buildingdoorsvo

https://www.buildingdoorsvo.com/

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In this episode, Tina Zaremba shares her unexpected journey into the world of voiceover—starting from a corporate job she dreaded, to becoming a full-time voice artist who infuses every script with truth and heart. Along the way, she touches on embracing neurodivergence, surviving breast cancer, and why connection is at the core of every read. Funny, raw, and inspiring, this is a story of building doors when none existed.

https://www.tinazaremba.com/

When was the last time you heard a woman voicing the promos for the Super Bowl, a PGA tournament, or the World Cup? Chances are, you haven’t—and that needs to change.

The Building Doors campaign is pushing for equal opportunities in voice-over, especially in male-dominated spaces like sports. We spotlight female voice actors voicing ads originally voiced by men, challenging brands and agencies to embrace gender diversity.

Find Building Doors on Instagram, LinkedIn, and our website.

https://buymeacoffee.com/buildingdoorsvo

https://www.instagram.com/buildingdoorsvo/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/buildingdoorsvo

https://www.buildingdoorsvo.com/

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Your voiceover website SUCKS. Let's fix it.

You may not realize that your voiceover website could be silently costing you jobs (and income).

On this episode we REPLAY the audio version of a LinkedIn LIVE where John Lano hosts a LIVE training session on the Building Doors VO LinkedIn page.

In this episode you'll learn some of the biggest website-killing mistakes even the most accomplished voice actors make and discover how small tweaks could improve your search ranking AND get website visitors to ACTUALLY CONTACT YOU.

On top of that, Emmy-winning voice actor Michelle Falanga joins as the "guinea pig".

John examines her VO website to see how she can make it even better.

When was the last time you heard a woman voicing the promos for the Super Bowl, a PGA tournament, or the World Cup? Chances are, you haven’t—and that needs to change.

The Building Doors campaign is pushing for equal opportunities in voice-over, especially in male-dominated spaces like sports. We spotlight female voice actors voicing ads originally voiced by men, challenging brands and agencies to embrace gender diversity.

Find Building Doors on Instagram, LinkedIn, and our website.

https://buymeacoffee.com/buildingdoorsvo

https://www.instagram.com/buildingdoorsvo/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/buildingdoorsvo

https://www.buildingdoorsvo.com/

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In her podcast, seasoned voice-over actor Christi Bowen shares insights from her 25+ years in the industry, highlighting her work across commercials, political messages, eLearning, and more. Based in Tennessee, Christi discusses her experiences collaborating with clients like IKEA, Amazon, and Marriott, offering listeners a behind-the-scenes look at the art of voice acting.

https://www.christibowen.com/

When was the last time you heard a woman voicing the promos for the Super Bowl, a PGA tournament, or the World Cup? Chances are, you haven’t—and that needs to change.

The Building Doors campaign is pushing for equal opportunities in voice-over, especially in male-dominated spaces like sports. We spotlight female voice actors voicing ads originally voiced by men, challenging brands and agencies to embrace gender diversity.

Find Building Doors on Instagram, LinkedIn, and our website.

https://buymeacoffee.com/buildingdoorsvo

https://www.instagram.com/buildingdoorsvo/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/buildingdoorsvo

https://www.buildingdoorsvo.com/

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Join Katharina Surtees, your friendly Aussie voice-over artist from sunny Perth, as she shares her journey through over two decades in the industry. https://www.katharinasurtees.com/

When was the last time you heard a woman voicing the promos for the Super Bowl, a PGA tournament, or the World Cup? Chances are, you haven’t—and that needs to change.

The Building Doors campaign is pushing for equal opportunities in voice-over, especially in male-dominated spaces like sports. We spotlight female voice actors voicing ads originally voiced by men, challenging brands and agencies to embrace gender diversity.

Find Building Doors on Instagram, LinkedIn, and our website.

https://buymeacoffee.com/buildingdoorsvo

https://www.instagram.com/buildingdoorsvo/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/buildingdoorsvo

https://www.buildingdoorsvo.com/