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...or at least my lame attempts at humor. In any case, not everything you read here should be taken literally. A sense of humor is highly recommended.

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One Lone Tree, Jon Gardner Voice-Overs
"We work largely in isolation, which isn't always healthy. I need to make sure I remember this about others, not just myself."
Child at a crossroads
When you started, you had a reason—a “why”—that motivated you. Does this still hold true? Is it realistic?
paying bills
Nothing has been more valuable than the discovery that I belong to a community that is supportive, accepting… and where some people actually like me (go figure!)
Star Trek Deep Space 9
Voice-over wisdom hidden within Star Trek revealed here for the first time! Well, second time, since this is Volume 2.
You could always watch another YouTube video to get what you need, right? So what is the big deal?
Jon Gardner, My VO Christmas List
Buying gifts for the voice talent in your life doesn't need to be complicated. But if it is me you are buying for... that's another thing entirely.
One voice Conference, empty room
I just flew home from the One Voice USA Conference 2021 in Dallas and boy are […]
A voice over fable
“Oh, all wise and knowing oracle, what path should my life take that is easy, fast, fun and leads to riches untold?”
Jon Gardner Voice-Overs, listening, headphones, earbuds
I am on the outside of the current cultural tensions looking in, hoping to make sense of what I see and hear.
Jon Gardner Voice-Overs, social isolation, online socializing
New-ish to the voice-over world? Here's some ideas to help persevere through the social divide.

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