WARNING: This blog frequently contains humor...

...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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Bono Surrender Review, Jon Gardner Voice-overs
His comfortable delivery is all a listener could ask for. The only thing lacking is a couple of beers to complete the illusion you are sitting with a friend sharing confidences.
My Musical Life, Jon Gardner Voice-Overs
Sometimes a song stays with you and evolves to become what you need as you go along.
Jon Gardner Voice-Overs, Christmas music
From a Civil War lament to one of the most beautiful Christmas songs I know.
Rssponsibility and trust illustrated by a barking dog
Great relationships of every kind are based on trust — and responsibility.
Surprised by OneVoice Award Nomination
Surprised? Shocked? Humbled? Honored? Really? Yes. And more.
Singing in the Pain, rainy red car door handle
Where your fears are may also be where your creativity come from.
Jon Gardner Voice-Overs, communication, misinterpretaion
Live direction can be tricky if you don't understand what you are being told.
Animated Batman silhouette with lightning
I liked Batman - I just never wanted to be him. *sigh*
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.
Overthinking, Decision making, Doors
I can make decisions. I just need to consider all the possibilities first. Ad nauseum.

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