String and Tell with Tawny Platis and Kristen DiMercurio

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  we make siri, the russian mafia, and your airpods narrate movies 13.10.2026 47min

  Subscribe to our channel to view exclusive videos, behind the scenes content, exclusive reaction memes, vote on upcoming topics, and more! https://www.youtube.com/@StringandTell/membershipThis week’s nonprofit is the Animal Welfare InstituteGet Tawny and Kristen’s Friendship Bracelets Here:Kristen’s Talky-Talky The Pig And His Food Bracelet: https://ebay.io/m/4DRSxDTawny’s Moo Brothers Bracelet: https://ebay.io/m/1ZgwXE The Games:-Ever After with Wall-E and GLADOS (00:11)-10 Things I Hate About You as Russian Gangsters (02:37)-Final Destination Insurance (05:26)-Theater Etiquette PSA for the Amazing Digital Circus (08:34)-Movie Quote HotSeat with Kristen as the actor (11:05)-Movie Quote HotSeat with Tawny as the actor (17:09)-Supernatural But Yuri With Bluetooth Voices (20:40)The Talk: (25:29)Inside the Episode:- Tawny and Kristen discuss their vocal stims! Kristen’s include a remix of the “Dawson’s Creek” theme song and a “Jaws” reference within “Treasure Planet”. And Tawny’s include quotes and noises from “The Phantom Menace” and “Mad Max Fury Road”.- Kristen reminisces about Kid Pix, a drawing program on the old Microsoft computers, and the audio noises that accompanied the undo button!- Tawny and Kristen reflect on stand-out character voices, how specific and unusual character voices have generally become more “vanilla” in modern shows, and that character appearances and stereotypes can easily reveal what kind of voice they will have. - Kristen was destined to be a narrator! She was always an over-enunciator and “talks in 4K!” - Tawny’s actor traits shined as a child with her repetition! She repeated everything she heard, especially radio station jingles and San Diego rock channels. 100% of the proceeds from today's bracelet auction will benefit the Animal Welfare InstituteGet in touch and learn more by visiting https://platisproductions.com/stringtell/Voice actors Tawny Platis and Kristen DiMercurio challenge each other to voice act in deliberately miscast performances every Thursday! After the games, they chat about voice acting, art, and entertainment while they make friendship bracelets based on what they just performed. The bracelets are then auctioned to viewers with 100% of sales going to a nonprofit of the week.
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  romance audiobook narrators make yzma, mario, and how it’s made flirty 13.10.2026 49min

  This week’s nonprofit is the ARC - Anti-Recidivism Coalition Get Tawny’s and Kristen’s Friendship Bracelets Here:Kristen’s Piggy Bunny Bounce That Thang Bracelet: https://ebay.io/m/rQmb4y Tawny’s Breakfast-Inspired Bracelet: https://ebay.io/m/rdIC7A The Games:-When Harry Met Sally as Yzma and Kronk (00:10)-Off Campus as Toad and Mario (02:57)-The Pitt but make it flirty (05:03)-How It's Made but make it romantic (08:07)-Clueless with a tens machine (12:30)-Bridgerton with a tens machine (15:54)-Viewer Request: Aegon the Usurper in different voices (18:17)The Talk: (20:47)Inside the Episode:-This week, Kristen is approaching making a bracelet like meal prepping! -Kristen is actually not from a cooking household, but is using her free time to learn new skills like cooking and beginning with the art of salads. -Fun Fact: Tawny would k!ll a man for a Klondike Bar! -Tawny and Kristen compare what sound effects they’ve perfected over the years. Kristen is very good at mimicking the snores of her cat and making pig noises! Whereas Tawny has the special ability of imitating Star Wars laser guns and motorcycle noises.-There is a misconception that voice actors also need to be able to do accents, you don’t! But it is a little different when you’re primarily an audiobook narrator and need to essentially perform a one-woman-show. -Kristen and Tawny share which accents they feel pretty solid at duplicating and then dive into the subject of, “What accent is sexiest”? -Besides accents, Tawny finds competency and organization to be sexy, even if that person’s mess is contained in the hall closet. Kristen thinks that’s a form of lying!-Lastly, the Bluetooth Ladies share their experiences of visiting haunted houses and Tawny reveals why she is banned from several! 100% of the proceeds from today's bracelet auction will benefit the ARC - Anti-Recidivism CoalitionGet in touch and learn more by visiting https://platisproductions.com/stringtell/Voice actors Tawny Platis and Kristen DiMercurio challenge each other to voice act in deliberately miscast performances every Thursday! After the games, they chat about voice acting, art, and entertainment while they make friendship bracelets based on what they just performed. The bracelets are then auctioned to viewers with 100% of sales going to a nonprofit of the week.
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  dubbing nostalgic millennial movies with accents, impressions, and more! 07.10.2026 53min

  Subscribe to our channel to view exclusive videos, behind the scenes content, exclusive reaction memes, vote on upcoming topics, and more! https://www.youtube.com/@StringandTell/membershipThis week’s nonprofit is Feeding America.Get Tawny and Kristen’s friendship bracelets here:Kristen’s Juice Bar Bracelet: https://ebay.io/m/nQrWfw Tawny’s Gay Bar Bracelet: https://ebay.io/m/oytbAC The Games:-Pretty Woman with Edna Mode and Johnny Bravo (00:08)-The Titanic Staten Island Ferry (04:52)-American Psycho Business Card Commercial (09:41)-Jet Blue Holiday to Paradise Falls (Up) (11:58)-GRWM Bringing the One Ring to Mordor (14:46)-What’s In My Bag…gins With Frodo Baggins (17:40)-Happy Tree Friends as a Prestigious Drama (20:58)The Talk: (25:00)Inside the Episode:-Tawny and Kristen talk about voice acting secrets, tips and tricks, like eating apples and using dental wax -They discuss warm-ups, cool-downs, tongue stretches and more, that they both use to prepare and prevent injuries, but with the Hoovers and Roombas in their “Inside Out” Memory Storage, they both struggle with actually retaining all of the vocal warm-ups they’ve learned. -Tawny and Kristen are both hypermobile and freak out the producers! -Kristen shares which roles she is often cast as with her naturally lower speaking voice: a sorceress, evil witch, sarcastic teen, or a general warm tone. -The Bluetooth Ladies dive into practicing their ASMR skills and question if ASMR is technically voice acting.-Tawny explains the lore behind “the purple cow”.-How would you pronounce grocery and does a “warm” or “bright” read work better for the slogan “Try Bisexuality”? -Fun Facts: Kristen is the voice behind the noises of female characters being hit in WWE games after 2025 and Tawny could be the voice you hear of characters being hit, grunting, or gasping in anime dubbing! 100% of the proceeds from today's bracelet auction will benefit Feeding America.Get in touch and learn more by visiting https://platisproductions.com/stringtell/Voice actors Tawny Platis and Kristen DiMercurio challenge each other to voice act in deliberately miscast performances every Thursday! After the games, they chat about voice acting, art, and entertainment while they make friendship bracelets based on what they just performed. The bracelets are then auctioned to viewers with 100% of sales going to a nonprofit of the week.
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  trying to voice act while eating most sour candy in the world 06.10.2026 51min

  Subscribe to our channel to view exclusive videos, behind the scenes content, exclusive reaction memes, vote on upcoming topics, and more! https://www.youtube.com/@StringandTell/membershipVoice actors Tawny Platis and Kristen DiMercurio challenge each other to voice act in deliberately miscast performances every Thursday! And this week, they perform while eating the world's most sour candy!After the games, they chat about voice acting, art, and entertainment while they make friendship bracelets based on what they just performed. The bracelets are then auctioned to viewers with 100% of sales going to a nonprofit of the week. This week’s nonprofit is the Okra Project.Get Tawny and Kristen’s friendship bracelets here:Kristen’s Lisa Frank Bracelet: https://ebay.io/m/SjxfjJ Tawny’s Super Gay Ghosts Bracelet: https://ebay.io/m/AlEtmI The Games:Euphoria Mickey and MinnieOops All RozSour Scene: Cate BlanchettSour Scene: Grey's AnatomyRapid Fire Directed by TawnyRapid Fire Directed by KristenViewer Request TwilightThe Talk:Inside the Episode:- Tawny and Kristin relate about the life of an actor being dictated around scheduling and once you take a vacation, that’s when the jobs roll in. - They also discuss the many misconceptions around voice acting including how and when the actors are paid, working in your pajamas, and how rarely people actually record together.- Most voice actors are not exclusively working on video games and animation. The Bluetooth Ladies would know! The majority of voice actors are also doing commercials, tech, corporate, etc. - Tawny shares how most voice actors she knows have a pseudonym, whether it’s for “spicy” work, or just to differentiate between genres like YA or Action. But Kristen has actually never used a pseudonym! - Tawny has seen A LOT of movies. According to her beloved Letterboxd account, over 1,000 movies! - Due to Kristen’s “moviephobia” and lack of interest in sitting THAT long for a movie, she has a more limited catalogue of films, mostly viewed during her childhood. - Kristen reviews one of the last movies she actually watched, “The Last Unicorn” and answers Tawny’s RAPID FIRE Questions of which movies she has seen.- Tawny expresses where her love of movies comes from - the visual art, the story, the color theory - and answers Kristen’s question - What movie would you want to eat? 100% of the proceeds from today's bracelet auction will benefit the Okra ProjectGet in touch and learn more by visiting https://platisproductions.com/stringtell/
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  voice actors use demon voices to ruin your favorite movies 05.10.2026 50min

  Voice actors Tawny Platis and Kristen DiMercurio challenge each other to voice act in deliberately miscast performances every Thursday! And this week, they’re inspired by screams, growls, and demon voicesAfter the games, they chat about voice acting, art, and entertainment while they make friendship bracelets based on what they just performed. The bracelets are then auctioned to viewers with 100% of sales going to a nonprofit of the week. This week’s nonprofit is the Human Rights Watch.Get Tawny and Kristen’s friendship bracelets here:Tawny’s Sugar Rush Bracelet: https://ebay.io/m/OwxKqM Kristen’s Cute Little Guys In The Sky Bracelet: https://ebay.io/m/zquWtb The Games:-Turn SAW into a Family Escape Room Commercial 00:33-Turn Cast Away Into a Cell Phone Commercial 03:28-Jennifer’s Body set in Downtown Abbey 07:48-Read a scene from Dune while eating very sour candy 12:44-Read the monologue from Barbie while eating very sour candy 17:30-Turn D.W. Read into an Investigative Documentary 20:35The Talk: 26:42Inside the Episode:-Kristen and Tawny compare their approaches to life and work, like knowing when to pivot and adapt versus sticking to a plan-They share about boring jobs in voiceover, like voicing educational programs where the information they’re reading is just in one ear and out the other. -Tawny believes that the enjoyment of the job is more based on the people you’re working with! But there are kooks in every industry and Tawny shares a tale of a tech bro who thought he was a tortured artist.-Tawny explains how her voice is recorded and used for AI generated programs (it’s her voice and just the sentences are generated)-Kristen tells a story about doing an in-person audition to play a Talking Butt, who has a cold and needs to blow her butt nose-There can be embarrassing auditions and roles, but you have to be comfortable with making a fool of yourself-Tawny and Kristen relate about going over-the-top for “bright” department store ads and how to lay down an accent for an audiobook. -They compare and contrast their different audiobook experiences and what tones they typically use for various genres.-The Bluetooth Ladies each attempted different styles to their friendship bracelets this week, with Kristen being more “organized” and Tawny trying to be more “chaotic”100% of the proceeds from today's bracelet auction will benefit the Human Rights WatchGet in touch and learn more by visiting https://platisproductions.com/stringtell/
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  Mean Girls Voice Acting Challenge! 02.10.2026 29min

  Subscribe to our channel to view exclusive videos, behind the scenes content, exclusive reaction memes, vote on upcoming topics, and more! https://www.youtube.com/@StringandTell/membershipVoice actors Tawny Platis and Kristen DiMercurio challenge each other to voice act in deliberately miscast performances every Thursday! And this week, they’re inspired by movie and tv mean girlsAfter the games, they chat about voice acting, art, and entertainment while they making friendship bracelets that are then auctioned to viewers with 100% of sales going to their chosen nonprofit of the week. This week’s nonprofit is the Transgender Law Center.Get Tawny and Kristen’s friendship bracelets here:Kristen's Mint, Alien & Gay Lil Strawberry Bracelet: https://ebay.io/m/dOW0wiTawny's Freaky Little Guys Bracelet: https://ebay.io/m/8nqweUThe Games:- Mean Girls as an old Hollywood movie 00:39- The Lion King as an estate planning commercial 03:04- Announce Homelander from The Boys as the winner for the award: Most Demented Character In TV History 04:16- The Lord of the Rings as a home security commercial 05:19- The show Severance as an evening news piece 06:34- The White Lotus as morning news 07:45The Talk: 10:26Inside The Episode:- Kristen and Tawny reflect on their original passions of being theatre girlies, but unfortunately theatre doesn’t pay the bills.- What the difference is between a Morning Star and a Mace- Talking about how in the age of AI and content creation, an artist has to know when to pivot- Theories about child prodigies versus someone who has worked hard and practiced their skill over decades- Acknowledging that talented people are everywhere but capitalism makes it all so competitive- Tawny talks about her past in retail and how her mental health is much better now as an actor and content creator- Kristen shares about her experience working in food service during college and how it led to anxious apologies in her sleep!- They use their goofy mood to create friendship bracelets of freaky little guys and gay little strawberries, despite Kristen swinging her bracelet around haphazardly 100% of the proceeds from today's bracelet auction will benefit the Transgender Law Center Get in touch and learn more by visiting https://platisproductions.com/stringtell/
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  Henry Danger: Ben Giroux’s Wild Acting Career 20.08.2026 31min

  Actor, director, and voiceover artist Ben Giroux joins Tawny Platis to make friendship bracelets while talking about Henry Danger, voice acting, directing, AI, creativity, and why there’s no place for “cool” in theater. Ben looks back at how his career evolved from on-camera acting into animation and voiceover, becoming recognizable to generations of fans through roles on Nickelodeon, including Henry Danger, Big Nate, and Bunsen Is a Beast. He also reflects on directing, producing, and why keeping multiple creative projects going has helped him stay working in an unpredictable industry. From being mistaken for a real Christmas elf at a shopping mall to becoming known around the world as an evil baby gangster, Ben recounts some of the most unforgettable moments that have shaped his career. He also talks about letting go of the need to be “cool,” embracing the cringe, and why fully committing to a character can make all the difference.In this episode, Ben Giroux talks about: His transition from on-camera acting to animation and voiceover Henry Danger, Big Nate, Bunsen Is a Beast, and his other memorable roles The importance of staying versatile and keeping multiple creative projects going Why in-person collaboration still matters in an increasingly remote industry Preparing for voiceover auditions and making room for improvisation Embracing cringe, authenticity, and fully committing to the bit The hilarious story of being mistaken for a real Christmas elf Becoming more comfortable in his own skin and letting go of the need to be “cool” Plus, Ben and Tawny make friendship bracelets, with 100% of bracelet sales donated to the First Aid Society. Follow Ben Giroux: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bengiroux/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@BenGiroux YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BenGiroux  Follow Tawny: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatis Web: https://tawnyvoice.com/
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  Professor Chesko Gets Real About Autism, ADHD & Going Viral 13.08.2026 1u 9min

  Social media educator, college professor, and creator Professor Chesko (The Speech Prof) joins Tawny Platis to make friendship bracelets while talking about autism, ADHD, teaching, creativity, internet fame, and why being yourself online is both liberating and terrifying. Professor Chesko shares how a late autism diagnosis helped explain decades of experiences he never fully understood, like masking. social anxiety,  his love of routines, and communication. He also reflects on growing up in poverty, why he still teaches full-time despite millions of followers online, and how creating content with kindness became an unexpected career. Along the way, the conversation wanders through 3D printing, slam poetry, Bay Area hip-hop, childhood dreams, viral internet culture, and what it really means to build a life around safety, creativity, and authenticity. In this episode, Professor Chesko talks about: Discovering autism later in life and the grief (and relief) that followed Growing up in poverty and why it made him deeply risk-averse Why he'll never quit teaching to become a full-time content creator Building a massive online audience through kindness instead of outrage Masking, routines, and learning to embrace neurodivergence His obsession with 3D printing and reliving childhood through cosplay Touring as a slam poet and the evolution of internet culture Protecting his family's privacy while living so publicly online Why curiosity is the key to meaningful conversations and friendships Plus, Tawny and Professor Chesko compare late autism diagnoses, discuss how social media has changed the way we interact with each other, and make friendship bracelets to support the Transgender Law Center, with 100% of bracelet sales benefiting the organization. Follow Professor Chesko: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thespeechprof/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@speechprof/ Follow Tawny: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatis Web: https://tawnyvoice.com/
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  Tawny Platis and Kristen DiMercurio: The Bluetooth Ladies Return! 06.08.2026 38min

  Voice actors Tawny Platis and Kristen DiMercurio dare each other into  deliberately miscast vocal performances.  Then they make friendship bracelets based on what they just performed, which are auctioned to viewers, and 100% of sales go to a nonprofit of the week. They’re occasionally joined by a guest and their bracelet goes up for auction too! This week's nonprofit is The Palestinian Children's Relief Fund Inside The Episode: - Why improv is one of the most valuable skills for voice actor - Some of the strangest places they've unexpectedly heard their own voices - College adventures involving a mysterious white bus in Boston - Bizarre recording gigs - Unpredictable moments that only seem to happen to voice actors - Turning horror movies into preschool television  Reimagining iconic scenes from The Thing, Hereditary, Breaking Bad, Whiplash, Twilight, and more! -The funny realities of recording for consumer products - Childhood scuba diving adventures that resulted in an unforgettable encounter with hungry fish - Friendship bracelets inspired by dinosaurs, Disneyland, and strange little creatures - Why the best voice acting moments often come from embracing absurdity 100% of the proceeds from today's bracelet auction will benefit the Palestinian Children's Relief Fund, supporting medical and humanitarian relief for children and families in need. Follow Kristen DiMercurio: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kdimerc/  Web: https://www.kristendimercurio.com/  Follow Tawny:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatis   Web: https://tawnyvoice.com/
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  Robbie Daymond on Building a Creative Career That Lasts 30.07.2026 1u 15min

  Voice actor Robbie Daymond joins Tawny Platis to make friendship bracelets while talking about building a lasting creative career, taking big risks, staying adaptable in a changing industry, and finding joy both on stage and at home. From growing up in rural Missouri to becoming one of the most recognizable voices in anime and video games, Robbie shares the winding path that led him to voice acting, why he believes success comes from embracing uncertainty, and how following his instincts opened doors he never expected. Along the way, he reflects on fatherhood, entrepreneurship, AI, social media, and why genuine human creativity will always matter. As they laugh through pizza and hot dog-themed bracelets, Tawny and Robbie dive into what it takes to keep evolving without losing sight of what made you love creating in the first place. 100% of the proceeds from today's bracelet auction will benefit the Indigenous Environmental Network, supporting Indigenous-led efforts to protect sacred lands, climate justice, and environmental stewardship. Robbie talks about: Growing up in rural Missouri and finding his way to Los Angeles Transitioning from theater into voice acting The unexpected opportunities that launched his career Creating his own video game studio and building Date Everything! Why taking creative risks has always paid off Raising two young kids while balancing a busy career The future of AI and why human-made art still matters Social media, entrepreneurship, and staying ahead of industry changes What he's learned from working alongside the team at Critical Role Why curiosity and adaptability have shaped every chapter of his career Follow Robbie Daymond: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robbiedangerous/ Web: https://www.robbiedaymond.com/ Follow Tawny: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatis Web: https://tawnyvoice.com/
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  Crazy Ex-Girlfriend Star Vincent Rodriguez III on Flow State, Filipino Identity, and Finding Your Purpose 23.07.2026 35min

  Actor, singer, keynote speaker, and Crazy Ex-Girlfriend star Vincent Rodriguez III joins Tawny Platis to make friendship bracelets while talking about flow state, Filipino identity, lifelong learning, and the surprising science behind creativity. Vincent shares how growing up in a traditional Filipino household shaped his relationship with performing, why reconnecting with his heritage transformed the way he sees himself, and how discovering the psychology of "flow" changed both his career and his life. He also opens up about living with ADHD, embracing curiosity, and learning to define success on his own terms. Along the way, the conversation takes plenty of delightful detours; from Broadway auditions and martial arts to dinosaurs, Hamilton, magic tricks, and why everyone should learn how to teach themselves something new. Bracelets from this episode benefit The Jed Foundation, with 100% of proceeds donated to support youth mental health. Vincent talks about: Why he considers curiosity his greatest superpower The science of flow state and how it transformed his acting career Growing up in a traditional Filipino household and rediscovering his heritage Living with ADHD and embracing neurodivergence as a strength Learning new skills, from languages to magic, by teaching himself How Broadway, dance, and fitness shaped his approach to performance Why presence is the key to creativity, confidence, and connection Finding purpose through kindness, legacy, and helping others grow Follow Vincent Rodriguez III:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vrodrigueziii/Web: https://www.vrodrigueziii.com/ Follow Tawny:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatisWeb: https://tawnyvoice.com/
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  Jenny Yang Is Finally Making Her First Stand-Up Special 16.07.2026 41min

  Writer, actor, comedian, and podcast host Jenny Yang joins Tawny Platis to make friendship bracelets while talking about pizza, conspiracy theories, immigrant family expectations, overachievement, and learning how to enjoy the process instead of chasing the next goal. Jenny shares why she's finally creating her first stand-up special after years of personal loss, including two miscarriages, multiple rounds of IVF, and the death of her father. She reflects on growing up in a Taiwanese immigrant family, how becoming hyper-independent shaped her career, and why comedy became both an outlet and a path toward healing. Along the way, the conversation takes plenty of delightful detours; from Neapolitan pizza and backyard pizza ovens to student government, ADHD, true crime, and the surprising connection between making people laugh and winning elections. Jenny talks about: Why she's finally recording her first hour-long stand-up special Processing grief after years of infertility and loss Growing up in a Taiwanese immigrant household and becoming fiercely independent The hidden emotional cost of being the "overachiever" Learning to enjoy the creative process instead of obsessing over outcomes Her obsession with pizza, pasta, and Italian food culture How student government unexpectedly launched her comedy career Why she believes understanding humanity (even its darkest parts) makes us better people Making friendship bracelets while unpacking perfectionism, purpose, and joy Bracelets from this episode benefit the Women's Reproductive Rights Assistance Project (WRRAP), with 100% of proceeds donated to support their work. Remember, every bracelet has a story, and every story helps a cause. Follow Jenny Yang:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennyyangtv/Web: https://www.jennyyang.tv/ Follow Tawny:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatisWeb: https://tawnyvoice.com/
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  Comic Artist Hannah Hillam Turned Her ADHD Brain Into a Career 09.07.2026 53min

  Illustrator, comic artist, and 500 Open Tabs co-host Hannah Hillam joins Tawny Platis to make friendship bracelets while talking about creativity, comics, weird internet rabbit holes, and embracing the wonderfully chaotic way her brain works. Hannah talks about: Growing up drawing comics and realizing art was always the career she was meant to pursue Writing her graphic novel Cat People and why "cute but deeply unsettling" became her signature style How 500 Open Tabs was born from never closing browser tabs and turning random curiosities into a podcast The bizarre history of Icelandic Dracula and why it's completely different from the original The Carrington Event, solar storms, and the surprisingly real possibility of an internet-ending apocalypse Raising kids, true crime obsessions, and why everything somehow turns into a cult or an arsonist story The two also get into Studio Ghibli tattoos, Taylor Swift discourse, tiny trinkets, friendship bracelet storytelling, and why every weird little object deserves its own elaborate backstory. Plus, every bracelet made during this episode is available for purchase, with 100% of proceeds going to PCF, Hannah's charity of choice. Remember, every bracelet has a story, and every story helps a cause. Follow Hannah Hillam:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannahhillam/500 Open Tabs Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/500-open-tabs/id1720585294 Follow Tawny:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatisWeb: https://tawnyvoice.com/
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  Voice Actor Rosie Okumura Catches Scammers for a Living 02.07.2026 38min

  Voice actor, content creator, musician, and private investigator Rosie Okumura joins Tawny Platis to make friendship bracelets while talking about undercover investigations, voice acting, anime, and finding creative outlets wherever life takes her. Rosie talks about: How scam-baiting videos unexpectedly led her to becoming a private investigator Going undercover with disguises, DoorDash bags, and improv skills to serve difficult legal papers Discovering voice acting by accidentally imitating Siri behind a bar Landing anime roles, including Sakamoto Days, and why auditioning is all about making an impression Her obsession with crafting, painting, miniatures, and ADHD-fueled creative hobbies Why Google Calendar, canceled plans, and protecting her downtime are the keys to avoiding burnout Solo travel, food adventures, and planning the ultimate birthday trip to Japan The two also talk about dating apps, Studio Ghibli, travel anxiety, tiny crafts, cats, White Claws, and why improv might be the most valuable class you can ever take. Plus, every bracelet made during this episode is available for purchase, with 100% of proceeds going to The Spay and Neuter Project, Rosie’s charity of choice. Remember, every bracelet has a story, and every story helps a cause. Follow Rosie Okumura: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/irlrosie/ Follow Tawny: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatis Web: https://tawnyvoice.com/
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  The Cosplayer Who Dances as Animated Characters On TikTok 25.06.2026 41min

  Content creator, dancer, and cosplayer Sabrina Mae joins Tawny Platis to make friendship bracelets while talking about cosplay, creativity, dance, storytelling, and building a career by embracing what makes you different. Sabrina talks about: • How a lifelong love of Halloween costumes evolved into a full-time cosplay career• Combining professional dance training with cosplay to create her signature videos• Why she prefers bringing her own personality and flair to beloved characters• Growing up in Michigan and adjusting to life in Los Angeles• The creative process behind transforming animated characters and even inanimate objects into cosplay• Learning new skills like makeup, mask-making, and costume design through trial and error• Why artistic growth often means being uncomfortable and trying things that scare you• Finding inspiration in movies like Avatar, Elemental, Moana, and A Bug's Life• The reality of creating content online and why predicting what will go viral is impossible• How modern dance taught her to trust her instincts and create her own rules Plus, Sabrina and Tawny discuss favorite movies, theater, improv, friendship bracelets, work-life balance, and the joy of making art that's uniquely your own. Every bracelet made during this episode is available for purchase, with 100% of proceeds going to the Animal Welfare Institute. Remember, every bracelet has a story, and every story helps a cause. Follow Sabrina Mae: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/sabrinamaecosplay/ Web:sabrinamaecosplay.com Follow Tawny: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatis Web: https://tawnyvoice.com/
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  Slappable Jerk Was A Lawyer Who Found Cringe And Comedy 18.06.2026 36min

  Content creator and comedian Jack Michael Ryan, better known as Slappable Jerk, joins Tawny Platis to make friendship bracelets while talking about: Internet fame Awkward first dates Leaving a legal career behind Why the most annoying people often make the best characters Going from insurance lawyer to full-time content creator The real-life inspirations behind his viral characters Why self-awareness is the trait most people are missing Meeting his wife through a series of wildly unconventional first dates Starting stand-up comedy after finding success online The creative risks, failures, and pivots that helped him find his niche Plus: Costco hot dogs, cowboy coffee, and bird watching Every bracelet made during this episode is available for purchase, with 100% of proceeds benefiting Sierra Pacific Furbabies. Remember, every bracelet has a story, and every story helps a cause. Follow Slappable Jerk: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/slappablejerk/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theslappablejerk Follow Tawny: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatis Web: https://tawnyvoice.com/
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  Crystal Lee's Unexpected Path to Voice Acting 11.06.2026 1u 24min

   Voice actor Crystal Lee joins Tawny Platis to make friendship bracelets while talking about unexpected career pivots, Dungeons & Dragons, language, creativity, and learning to trust yourself when life takes an unexpected turn. Crystal talks about: Growing up in a Taiwanese-American household and losing touch with her first languages Why Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon and Michelle Yeoh left such a lasting impression on her Studying biomedical engineering and earning two degrees before becoming a full-time actor The acting class that completely changed the direction of her life Discovering voice acting during the pandemic and building a career from a closet recording booth How Critical Role introduced her to both Dungeons & Dragons and the world of voice acting The importance of hard work, luck, and trusting your instincts when pursuing a creative career Why she loves escape rooms, tabletop RPGs, and storytelling in all forms Moving from New Jersey to Seattle and eventually finding her home in Los Angeles Tarot cards, whimsy, creativity, and finding balance between logic and imagination Plus, Crystal and Tawny discuss pizza, palm trees, Baldur’s Gate 3, friendship bracelets, and why sometimes the biggest risks lead to the most rewarding adventures. Every bracelet made during this episode is available for purchase, with 100% of proceeds going to the National Association of Voice Actors. Remember, every bracelet has a story, and every story helps a cause. Follow Crystal Lee:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.crystal.lee/ Web: https://www.crystalylee.com/ Follow Tawny: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatis Web: https://tawnyvoice.com/
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  David Farrier on Dark Tourism, Weird America, and Why Journalism Still Matters 04.06.2026 47min

  Journalist, filmmaker, and Dark Tourist creator David Farrier joins Tawny Platis to make friendship bracelets while talking about documentaries, weird American subcultures, creative obsession, and the strange reality of building a life in the U.S. as a journalist. David talks about: Growing up in New Zealand and how storytelling slowly became his career Why journalism still matters, even as media and documentaries continue to change How Flightless Bird and Web Worm let him explore bizarre rabbit holes and overlooked stories The emotional toll of making documentaries about narcissists and abusive people Why America feels chaotic, overwhelming, fascinating, and creatively inspiring all at once The difference between documentaries, podcasts, newsletters, and short-form storytelling Traveling across the U.S. to investigate Dungeons & Dragons, niche communities, and strange cultural phenomena Why he’s happiest when he’s constantly creating and staying busy The two also talk about fish and chips on New Zealand beaches, friendship necklaces, Portland vs. New York, hiking, live music, and why Alaska feels magical despite neither of them having been there. Plus, David shares his thoughts on the “Netflix-ization” of documentaries, the best comment section on the internet, and how a compliment from his grandfather shaped the way he thinks about storytelling to this day. Every bracelet made during this episode is available for purchase, with 100% of proceeds going to Feed the Streets. Remember, every bracelet has a story, and every story helps a cause. Follow David Farrier: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidfarrier/ Follow Tawny: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatis Web: https://tawnyvoice.com/
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  Persephone Valentine: LARPing Prepared Me for Hollywood 28.05.2026 46min

  Persephone Valentine joins Tawny Platis to make friendship bracelets while diving deep into D&D, LARPing, drag, voice acting, and why Hollywood is basically just organized nerd culture.While crafting bracelets inspired by horny popcorn buckets, video games, and chaotic queer energy, Persephone talks about: Nearly getting arrested sneaking into another high school to play D&D as a teen Spending over a decade immersed in tabletop games and LARP communities Why D&D can teach you a surprising amount about yourself The similarities between LARP culture and working in Hollywood Breaking into Dropout and Dimension 20 after years in gaming spaces Exploring drag performance, stage presence, and almost auditioning for Drag Race Learning voice acting through singing lessons and vocal experimentation The realities of trans voice training and finding your natural sound Why impressions are harder than inventing entirely new voices Wanting to play “bitches, breeches, and witches” in every possible role Jennifer Coolidge impressions, Azula voice practice, and blowing out your voice for TikTok Plus, Persephone and Tawny discuss queer representation in gaming spaces, competitive drag culture, giant platform shoes, Lisa Frank documentaries, improv anxiety, and the strange joy of being unapologetically nerdy. Every bracelet made during this episode is available for purchase, with 100% of proceeds going to The Okra Project. Remember, every bracelet has a story, and every story helps a cause. Tune in and enjoy the conversation! Follow Persephone Valentine: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/persephiroth/ Follow Tawny: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatis Web: https://tawnyvoice.com/
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  Jordan Myrick Thinks Your Hot Takes Aren’t Hot Enough 22.05.2026 55min

  Comedian, writer, actor, and food creator Jordan Myrick joins Tawny Platis to make friendship bracelets while talking about food opinions, queer identity, moving constantly as a kid, and why Los Angeles drivers are actually kind. Jordan talks about: Growing up between South Florida and New Orleans and how food became central to their life Working in restaurants, studying acting, and balancing comedy, content creation, and food media all at once Why gay kids are secretly tiny adults with extremely refined interests Their deep love of John Waters, Food Network, photography, and mature “gay child” hobbies The brutal reality of freelance entertainment jobs and surviving without healthcare Their extremely strong opinions about off-leash dogs, bad hot takes, pudding, and cake The two also get into Vegas obsession, Cirque du Soleil deep dives, appendix horror stories, internet culture, parasocial relationships, and why people need to learn how to be wrong gracefully. Plus, Jordan shares why they think pudding is unfairly underrated, why biscotti is the true worst dessert, and how one Cirque du Soleil show completely changed their brain chemistry. Every bracelet made during this episode is available for purchase, with 100% of proceeds going to The Okra Project. Remember, every bracelet has a story, and every story helps a cause. Follow Jordan Myrick:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordanmyr1ck/Web: https://www.jordanmyrick.com/ Follow Tawny: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatis Web: https://tawnyvoice.com/