George Weightman: The one with the Random Cat in the Hat! (Rpt)

In ep 191 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Tracy-Ann Leith joins Sam and Mark to talk about the right side of caring for a mental health charity script. How can you be empathetic without tipping into saccharine? As it was National Poetry Day yesterday, we have a script all about Mary Shelly, and the very unorthodox things that happened to her husband's body! There's amusement in the script, but also a deep emotional bond. Our wildcards cover the girlguides, a bored museum tourguide, and a guide as to how not to behave on a blind date.Our VO question this week is all about what producers and directors should think about when they hire a neurodivergent voice actor.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 [email protected] 1Trelawny gave the heart to Mary Shelley, and it was found among her things when she died and buried with her at St. Peter’s Church in Bournemouth. So while Shelley’s ashes are over in the Protestant Cemetery in Rome, his heart is in England.Keeping a physical memento of a loved one was considered pretty unremarkable in the 19th century. And it wasn’t unheard of for a person’s heart to be buried separately to the rest of the body. Chopin’s heart was preserved in a crystal jar (which the Nazis later stole). Thomas Hardy’s heart was cut out to be buried in his hometown of Stinsford, Dorset, but was then part-eaten by a cat.Script 2Everyone should have access to quality mental health care, no matter where they live or what circumstances they‘re in. But where do people turn?Mental health affects everyone, including health-care workers, but finding the right support when you need it in a way you can access it is harder than it looks.For many people, seeking help means knocking on a lot of doors at a time when their resources are already depleted. Finding no clear pathway, meeting one barrier after another, they often give up before getting the mental health care they need.We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today!**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: Tracy-Ann is an award-winning bilingual voice actor, based in Montreal, Canada, specialising in commercial and corporate narration. She's worked on various projects for brands like Audible, Yves Rocher, Ubisoft and the Government of Canada. Since her ADHD & Autism late-diagnosis, she has become an advocate in raising awareness for the neurodivergent community.Tracy-Ann's WebsiteTracy-Ann on YouTubeTracy-Ann's Facebook pageResources: 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/britishvoiceovermarkElegantly 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

Short trailer for Episode 191 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Tracy-Ann Leith.Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermarkSam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin

We're on our summer hols! So here's a repeat of one of our favourite episodes of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, when George Weightman joined Sam and Mark in November 2025 to talk about the world of character creation for video games - oh, and Peppa Pig!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 [email protected] 1Christmas Eve, 1853.Step into the heart of Victorian London… where darkness comes alive. The candles gutter, the snow falls, and somewhere in the fog — a whisper calls your name.This holiday season, journey beyond the ordinary — into a world of ghosts and forgotten tales. Where every spirit has a story to share.Discover the magic in every haunting at “The Christmas Séance”…Listen. The ghosts are waiting.Script 2'I don't care if the workshop scares you. Deliver the gold or face your punishment.''If any of you see Midas in the field, you know where to aim. I want those golden hands mounted on the walls of my study.''Then why are you talking and not shooting!''There are outlaws in my home...what am I paying you for? ELIMINATE THEM!''If you want to become wealthy beyond imagining, Bring me the man with the golden hands.'We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today!**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: George Weightman was awarded Voice Artist of the Year 2025 at the One Voice Awards UK and Best Actor in an Indie Film at the New York Film Awards. Having trained in the UK and Russia, George has used his extensive versatility, both vocally and physically, to develop a career in screen acting, voice over and motion capture.His roles include Obelix in the ongoing series of Asterix & Obelix games, the lead villain of Spencer in the British indie feature film 'Tiny Little Voices', Fletcher Kane in 'Fortnite' and Daddy & Grandpa Pig in 'Peppa Pig Tales'. He also played a guest lead on the BBC's 'Doctors', was award nominated for his roles in 'Black Myth Wukong' and contributed to the BAFTA winning game 'Metaphor: ReFantazio’, among many others.He has also narrated over 70 audiobooks.George's WebsiteResources: 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/britishvoiceovermarkElegantly 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

We're on our summer hols! So here's a repeat of one of our favourite episodes of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, when Noni Lewis joined Sam and Mark in April 2024 to talk about approaching royal docs, the beauty of the Welsh accent, and we get steamy at a builder's merchants!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 [email protected] 1Elizabeth'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 2We’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.We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today!**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 WebsiteResources: 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/britishvoiceovermarkElegantly 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

In ep 190 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Lozza Gilbert joins Sam and Mark to talk about a dystopian future that smooshes Mad Max and Grange Hill together in a challenging dramatic script! We learn what you need to ask a director before you record a dramatic scene - and we discover the knack of delivering the problem and the solution at a different pace! There's a technical little script, we're left wondering if some corporate clients "polish" their scripts through AI, and writers take note! We discuss how to change a formal sounding script to a chatty sounding script just by adding a single word!Our VO question this week is all about how the industry can work with disabled performers to understand their needs better.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 [email protected] 1Their existing single-camera-to-single-PC setup meant that whilst participants seated at the far end of the table could be seen by remote users, the faces of those to the left and right were obscured when engaging with others in the room.So how did we solve this?By introducing a separate PC for each of the three cameras, each group within the meeting room are presented in their own window. This allows remote users to clearly see all participants and their reactions.A piece of creative thinking that has delivered real visual meeting equity.Script 2Reflex: What is it, Jo-C?It says 'Rez High’ (whatever that is) and then 'Welcome Back to the Best Days'. And then something else has worn off. I'll have to open it to find out. I’m not doing that until I dry it off properly.I do want a good look. The real problem will be getting it past my mum.Dogwood: If it's so 'very heavy’ then I vote Jo-C carries it.Reflex: She’s got the muscles. She's absolutely the right woman forthe job. Two out of three votes carry it. And I'll deal with my mum.We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today!**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: Lozza Gilbert is a northern & non-binary actor, voice actor and award-winning disability advocate. They started voiceover in 2024 after graduating with a degree in Astrophysics from Newcastle University in 2023, and are now a member of the National Youth Theatre with experience across video games, audio drama and theatre. They were nominated for Best Non-Binary Voiceover Performance at this years One Voice Awards.Lozza's background is in disability advocacy - including delivering talks and panels, hosting events, working with charities and volunteering. They carry this through into their work as an actor advocating for a more accessible and inclusive industry, wanting to train in performance capture as someone who uses mobility aids, and working as a consultant to advise game developers on the movement, story and design of disabled characters. Outside of VO and acting, you can probably find them playing video games with their dog Barney!Lozza's Website@LozzaGilbert on InstagramResources: Click here for the Wildcard Generator and don't forget to think of an action your character can be doing!Listen to all the Rez High episodes here: https://rustyquill.com/show/rez-high/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/britishvoiceovermarkElegantly 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

Short trailer for Episode 190 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Lozza Gilbert.Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermarkSam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin

In ep 189 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, James Showers joins Sam and Mark to talk about bringing science fiction to life as a very posh butler on a spaceship - but it's no Kryton from Red Dwarf! We delight in rich grand-fatherly tones, and have talk of theme parks, ducklings and lemons! Plus how you can make a story set in the 1920s feel real for a contemporary audience.Our VO question this week is all about how and why you choose voice acting as a career in later life.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 [email protected] 1Charles Burdett was lazily reclining in his favourite armchair, absorbed in a rare book on alchemy and black magic, when his sister answered a summons at the door.In addition to managing the household affairs of the flat in which she and Burdett lived alone, her duties also consisted in scrutinising the many visitors. Most of them could be persuaded to call at the book shop in Cecil Court. Others, whose cases were urgent, were admitted to the modest London flat, thus infringing on Burdett's only recreation, reading and study.Script 2The Time Scoop is fundamentally incapable of abducting an entire individual. The paperwork would be insurmountable. Imagine a candle. The flame dances upon the wall whilst the candle itself never moves. Our guests are rather like that: their lives remain rooted safely in their own place and time, whilst only their illumination is permitted to travel. Eventually, as all light must, it returns to its source. The principle was first articulated by Doctor Euphemia Bracket-Weft during the regrettable Incident of the Recursive Picnic...We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today!**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: James Showers is an Old Etonian, Ad man, Yoga Teacher, Headhunter in advertising, Recluse and off-grid forest dweller, Carpenter, Funeral Director, Tree Surgeon, Funeral Celebrant and now Voice Artist, He currently plays Hobbs - Sophie Aldred's robot butler on board the Nosferatu 2.5 in "Ace Odyssey". He's single with a daughter in Montreal... and he's a Biker.James's WebsiteResources: 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/britishvoiceovermarkElegantly 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

Short trailer for Episode 189 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and James Showers.Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermarkSam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin

In ep 188 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Dan Pye joins Sam and Mark to talk about a multi-character script that's full of balls - bingo balls! We look at making a museum audio guide for kids, and how you can lighten a script for the target audience. We consider what happens when you're asked to read both characters in a script because the other person hasn't been cast yet, and what pauses to leave so an editor has clear line of sight!Our obsessions are vitamins and motorways, and Dan seems like trouble right from the off!!Our VO question this week is all about how much chit-chat you should engage in down the line with clients and producers.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 [email protected] 1Look carefully at the portrait of Elizabeth Garrett Anderson. Take your time – look at it for at least a whole minute. What can you see?What is Elizabeth Garrett Anderson wearing?• She is wearing a plain black academic gown (showing that she has graduated from university).• She has chosen to pose in her gown rather than in fashionable clothing.• She is also wearing a simple pearl necklace which had cost sixpence. She added this because the artist asked her to wear some jewellery to brighten up her outfit.Script 2B11: Alright Number 9, ready for tonight?B9: You know me, Legs Eleven. Always up for a bit of Buzz Bingo!B11. It's what bingo balls like us are made for!B9: So before we roll out there… reminder time?B11: Go on then.B9: Bingo's exciting, but we all need--Both: To keep it fun!B11: Set a budget before you start-B9: And stick to it!-B11: No chasing. No "one more coz I feel lucky."B9: Coz we've seen enough games to know - fun's only fun whenBoth: you're in control.Narrator: Keep it fun. Set a limit. Take a break anytime.Bingo caller: On its own, NUMBER 9!Narrator: For tools and support see buzz bingo.com forward slash safe.Narrator: 18+. Gambleaware.org.We'd love your feedback - and if you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, hit the follow button today!**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: Dan Pye is a British voice actor, continuity announcer and science communicator whose work spans broadcast TV, video games, commercials and immersive attractions. He's perhaps best known as the voice of Lost Voice Guy and as a former continuity announcer on Channel 4. His voice credits include projects with SEGA, Electronic Arts and Digital Extremes, alongside campaigns for Volkswagen, Hard Rock Cafe, Zopa Bank and more. Alongside voice work, Dan is Director of Astronomy and Science Communication at Kielder Observatory, where he combines storytelling, performance and science to create unforgettable audience experiences under some of Europe’s darkest skies.Dan's [email protected] on InstagramDan's Facebook pageDan on YouTube 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/britishvoiceovermarkElegantly 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

Short trailer for Episode 188 of "How Do You Say That" sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk featuring Mark Ryes, Samantha Boffin and Dan Pye.Mark's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/britishvoiceovermarkSam's demos & contact details: https://linktr.ee/samanthaboffin