The Pink Pod Podcast

She's BACKKKKKK YUH YUH YUH YUH!

SHE’S BACKKKKKKKK Yuh Yuh Yuh Yuh! After a month long birthday celebration, getting her bestie down the aisle, and possible relocation Our fearless leader is back and better than ever. In this episode we catch up and lock in to the “lotta bit about life” part of our tag. Grab a snack and some Throat Coat. Welcome back to The Pink Pod Podcast :) A little bit about VO. A lot a bit about life.  The Pink Pod Podcast is a love letter to creatives, curious humans, and thespians alike.  Hosted by “The Voice of America” Olivia Sarafina Washington (Dunkin’, American Airlines, Discover w/ Jennifer Coolidge, Netflix’s Dee and Friends in Oz etc.) who takes her audience on a whimsical ride into the world of voiceover. From money talks and comical asides to representation and real-life industry conversations, this podcast offers a safe space to talk shop and explore what it really means to build a creative career. Let’s get into it! Follow me on insta! @oliviasarafina Follow the page on insta! @pinkpodpodcast Tune in every Thursday to The Pink Pod Podcast on Spotify, YouTube, and (audio only) Apple Pod  00:00 Welcome Back and Life Updates 03:49 Navigating Change and Uncertainty 08:01 Reflections on New York and Atlanta 11:58 Career Aspirations and Voice Acting 16:07 Cultural Reflections and Community Engagement 20:02 Personal Growth and Future Directions

To Be or Not To Be (Union)??

THAT is the question my friends! Welcome back my pondering players :) This week we ask (and receive??) answers to the daunting question of "when should you join the union? what is ficore?? who am i???" all that and more here on ep 6 of PPP and awayyyy weee gooooo! Watch The Pink Pod Podcast™️ every other Thursday ! A little bit about VO. A lot a bit about life. Hosted by “The Voice of America” Olivia Sarafina Washington (Dunkin’, American Airlines, Discover w/ Jennifer Coolidge, Netflix’s Dee and Friends in Oz etc.) who takes her audience on a whimsical ride into the world of voiceover. From money talks and comical asides to representation and real-life industry conversations, this podcast offers a safe space to talk shop and explore what it really means to build a creative career. Let’s get into it! Heaven and Hell live in Your Nervous System https://www.youtube.com/live/rZ9tYgOgb9U?si=oe2UcDDbkJiCEFLE 00:00 Welcome Back and Podcast Updates 03:11 Navigating Union Membership: FICORE vs. SAG 06:07 The Financial Implications of Union vs. Non-Union Work 09:05 The Value of Union Membership: Benefits and Community 11:47 Personal Revelations and Career Aspirations 15:02 Spirituality and Frequency in Career Success 28:04 Aspirations for Broadway and Future Goals 28:31 The Journey of Preparation and Audacity 32:08 Navigating Career Choices and Union Membership 39:01 Divine Timing and Career Transitions 47:17 Embracing New Opportunities and Growth 51:04 The Inner State: Heaven and Hell Within

Auditions! DUN DUN DUN!

Auditions Are The Work, Booking Is The Vacay! Any actor can tell you that their teachers, coaches, and peers emphasize how the real grunt work is in the audition. Once you book you get to really have fun! Well let's demystify this scary scary monster with tangible tools and silly stories in ep 5 of The Pink Pod Podcast! Hop on and hold tight! New Episodes every Thursday! A little bit about VO. A lot a bit about life. The Pink Pod Podcast is a love letter to creatives, curious humans, and thespians alike. Hosted by “The Voice of America” Olivia Sarafina Washington (Dunkin’, American Airlines, Discover w/ Jennifer Coolidge, Netflix’s Dee and Friends in Oz etc.) who takes her audience on a whimsical ride into the world of voiceover. From money talks and comical asides to representation and real-life industry conversations, this podcast offers a safe space to talk shop and explore what it really means to build a creative career. Let’s get into it! Follow me on insta! @oliviasarafina Follow the page on insta! @pinkpodpodcast 00:00 Introduction to Auditions and Voice Acting 03:10 The Art of Auditioning 05:54 Mindset Shift in Auditioning 09:05 Adding Flavor to Your Auditions 11:59 Statistics on Voice Acting Income 15:00 The Power of Intro Words in Auditions 24:43 The Art of Voice Acting 30:54 Tangible Tips for Auditions 39:21 Time Management in Auditions 41:36 Balancing Life and Voice Acting 46:35 Breaking Barriers in Voice Acting

How To Get Into VO?? Step Right Up for the Answer to The Golden Question !

The famous question "but like how did you get into VO?" "How did you get your start?" aka how do I also make 6 figures from my closet and work a couple hours a week? Tickets! Tickets! Step right up to get the answer to the golden question!! New Episodes every Thursday! A little bit about VO. A lot a bit about life.  The Pink Pod Podcast is a love letter to creatives, curious humans, and thespians alike.  Hosted by “The Voice of America” Olivia Sarafina Washington (Dunkin’, American Airlines, Discover w/ Jennifer Coolidge, Netflix’s Dee and Friends in Oz etc.) who takes her audience on a whimsical ride into the world of voiceover. From money talks and comical asides to representation and real-life industry conversations, this podcast offers a safe space to talk shop and explore what it really means to build a creative career. Let’s get into it! Follow me on insta! @oliviasarafina Follow the page on insta! @pinkpodpodcast 00:00 Introduction to the Pink Pod Podcast 03:01 Astrological Insights and Lunar Eclipse 05:49 Journey into Voice Acting 11:55 Finding Your Voice and Getting an Agent 17:49 Auditioning and Booking Jobs 24:14 The Importance of Equipment and Training 30:10 Navigating the Voice Acting Industry 35:57 Spirituality and Success in Voice Acting 42:12 Conclusion and Call to Action

Money, Mushrooms, and more! Oh my!

Welcome back my silly psilocybin cosmic creatives! In this episode we dive into the mystical mushroom and all of its wonder. How it enhances creativity by connecting us to Source, how money works in the VO world, and how your depression and anxiety is because you're not answering the call. Come on in! The psychedelic waters are just fine. New Episodes every Thursday! A little bit about VO. A lot a bit about life.  The Pink Pod Podcast is a love letter to creatives, curious humans, and thespians alike.  Hosted by “The Voice of America” Olivia Sarafina Washington (Dunkin’, American Airlines, Discover w/ Jennifer Coolidge, Netflix’s Dee and Friends in Oz etc.) who takes her audience on a whimsical ride into the world of voiceover. From money talks and comical asides to representation and real-life industry conversations, this podcast offers a safe space to talk shop and explore what it really means to build a creative career. Let’s get into it! Follow me on insta! @oliviasarafina Follow the page on insta! @pinkpodpodcast 00:00 Welcome to the Pink Pod Podcast 01:03 Introduction to Psychedelic Mushrooms 03:04 Personal Experiences with Mushrooms 04:06 Mushrooms and Creative Expression 18:21 Heartbreak and Self-Discovery 32:37 Lessons Learned from Relationships 35:08 Transitioning to the Topic of Money 47:47 Breaking out of Old identities/ You're depressed because you're not creating!