The first Bonus Episode is now live on YouTube!
The Love Potion Podcast | From Stage to Studio: Voice Actress Jenna on Athena, Anya & NLT Media.
TDavyAfterDark and Ramsey_Sheep, filling in for an under-the-weather Billycakes, sat down with Jenna Bud, the voice behind Anya Petrova and Athena in Symphony of the Serpent.
Jenna showcases her range of accents, from a funny Valley girl to a strong Russian. She explains that she has practiced accents her whole life. Jenna first tried voice acting 20 years ago at an anime convention, but never pursued the craft. After performing in musicals and operas for years, she returned to voice acting. Now with more training, experience, and a better vocal platform. She also shares what it was like to enter adult game voice acting. Her past work voicing romantic audiobooks helped her prepare for the NSFW industry.
Jenna goes on to explain how she developed the voices of Anya and Athena. Athena is proud and divine, while Anya has the intensity and arrogance of a top athlete. The Russian accent matched Anya’s character perfectly. Jenna also gives some practical advice to aspiring voice actors. Home studio setups, entry-level booth costs, and the importance of persistence matter most. She also discusses AI and the importance of protecting voices. Meanwhile, the episode ends with Jenna and Ramsey geeking out about Dungeons & Dragons.
Jenna explains her love for her bard character, who travels with the ghost of her young brother trailing by her side. Whether you are a fan of NLT Media games, an aspiring voice actor, or curious about the voices behind your favorite characters, this episode is a must-watch. You can watch it on YouTube.
Stay tuned! Later this month, the podcast will feature another bonus episode with Sadie Dove. Sadie voices Empusa and Lola, sharing her own behind-the-scenes stories! If you have any questions you would love to ask the Podcast hosts or a guest, including NLT, who will be returning to the show very soon. Please send them in – Questions Form
