{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"24. Michael Scott: Voices That Play, Fight, and Feel Real","description":"\ud83c\udf99\ufe0f Michael Scott: Voices That Play, Fight, and Feel Real In this episode of Tales from the Booth, host Paulette Lifton welcomes Michael Scott\u2014a powerhouse performer, director, and educator whose work spans film, television, animation, and the full spectrum of modern voiceover. Known for his distinctive, award-winning voice, Michael has helped define characters and campaigns for some of the world\u2019s most iconic studios and brands\u2014from Warner Bros., DreamWorks, HBO, Netflix, Disney, Nickelodeon, and Hulu to global names like Apple, LEGO, Nike, Pepsi, McDonald\u2019s, Toyota, Verizon, and the United States Army. Michael dives into the craft behind standout roles such as Damon in the beloved cozy game Wylde Flowers, Tyreese in The Walking Dead, and Darryl Waterhouse in the Critics\u2019 Choice\u2013nominated animated series Young Love. The conversation also explores his expansive work across major franchises and fan favorites including Boss Baby, Genshin Impact, League of Legends, Batman: Arkham Shadow, Marvel Rivals, Street Fighter 6, Resident Evil, and Tony Hawk Pro Skater. Beyond the mic, Michael is a sought-after voice and performance-capture director, currently helming multiple high-profile, NDA-protected projects with top studios such as Nerdy Bear Studios, Formosa Interactive, NetEase Games, The Halp Network, and Insomniac Games. Together, Paulette and Michael unpack what it takes to build emotionally grounded performances\u2014whether you\u2019re animating heroes, crafting game worlds, or guiding actors through complex storytelling. This episode is a masterclass in versatility, intention, and creative leadership\u2014perfect for actors, directors, and anyone who loves the artistry behind the booth. Follow the Voice Masters team for more inspiring conversations: \ud83c\udfa7 Instagram: @voice.masters \ud83c\udf10 Website: voice-masters.com \ud83c\udfa4 Paulette Lifton: @paulette_lifton \ud83c\udfac Mimi Maynard: @maynard.mimi ","author_name":"Tales From the Booth Podcast","author_url":"http:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/411035\/website","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/39415135\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/39415135"}