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The Building Doors Podcast

The Building Doors Podcast

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The Building Doors Podcast is where women in voice-over take center stage, sharing their journeys, breaking barriers, and paving the way for future talent. This podcast amplifies women’s voices in an industry where male-centric genres—like sports promos and other traditionally male-dominated spaces—have long been the norm. Through personal stories, expert insights, and industry discussions, we’re creating opportunities and inspiring action.

Each episode features female voice actors—our Door Builders—as they share how they got into voice-over, the challenges they’ve faced, and the dream clients they aspire to work with. We also bring you audio versions of our Instagram and LinkedIn Live events, covering powerful topics like mental health, building community, gender equality in sports, and voice-over genres more women should be pursuing. And as we grow, we may also feature sponsor spotlights, giving brands that support Building Doors a platform to share their services and their commitment to empowering women in voice-over.

This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement. Whether you’re a voice actor at any stage of your career, a brand championing gender equality, or someone who believes in making space for all voices, this is the place for you. The Building Doors Podcast is for anyone in voice-over and anyone looking for a community that supports inclusion, opportunity, and breaking barriers. Tune in, be inspired, and start building doors.

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Episodes
  • Bobbi Maxwell: Standing Out Loud
    Jun 26 2025

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    Voice actor Bobbi Maxwell shares her journey from a middle child in a bustling family of nine to becoming the national voice of major retail brands. In this heartfelt and humorous episode, Bobbi reflects on what it takes to truly stand out—by staying true to yourself and daring to make waves. She opens up about early signs of a voiceover career, the leap from radio to full-time VO, and why being a great listener has been her secret weapon. Tune in for inspiration, honesty, and a dose of Bobbi’s signature warmth.

    https://www.bobbimaxwell.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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    14 mins
  • Improv Games: “Yes, and…”
    Jun 21 2025

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    Join Tim Powers for a high-energy LinkedIn LIVE workshop designed to unlock your creativity through the fundamentals of improv…or “TIM-prov” as he likes to call it!


    Whether you're stepping into voiceover, performing on stage, or just want to think faster on your feet, this session is packed with fun, practical exercises to boost your storytelling skills.


    If you've ever been curious about acting or VO, this is your perfect (and entertaining) place to start!


    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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    49 mins
  • Soraya Butler: From Brooklyn Booth to Broadcast Ready
    Jun 19 2025

    Like what you hear? Want to support the podcast? Show us some love and buy us a coffee!


    Voiceover pro and Building Doors Ambassador Soraya Butler shares how she pivoted from on-camera work in NYC to building a thriving VO career from her tiny Brooklyn apartment. With credits across commercials, corporate narration, political spots, ADR, and more, Soraya dishes on how she got scrappy with gear, earned her agent’s trust, and carved out her niche—one authentic performance at a time.

    She opens up about setbacks (like being replaced by a celebrity voice), her love of hospitality influencing her client approach, and her dream of voicing for brands like Lexus, Maybelline, and Chanel. Warm, witty, and whip-smart, Soraya’s story is a masterclass in resilience, self-direction, and leaning into your strengths.

    https://sorayabutler.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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    11 mins

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