The ADNA Presents

The Audio Description Network Alliance presents this interview series with professionals and other experts.

The ADNA Presents: Sam Wilkins 03/11/2025

The ADNA Presents: Sam Wilkins The Evolution and Nuances of Audio Description: A Conversation with Samuel Wilkins How does audio description differ between the US and the UK? How is it evolving across TV, film, live theater, and even sports? And what role do audiobook narrators play in shaping immersive AD experiences? In this compelling episode of The ADNA Presents, host Roy Samuelson sits down with Samuel Wilkins, a seasoned audiobook producer and narrator, to unpack the intricacies, artistry, and future of AD. Together, they explore: 🔹 The key differences in US vs. UK AD styles 🔹 The delicate balance between detail and distraction in effective description 🔹 The growing role of blind professionals in shaping the future of AD 🔹 How audiobook narration skills enhance storytelling in AD 🔹 Innovative approaches that push AD beyond traditional boundaries while maintaining quality Whether you’re an AD professional, a storyteller, or someone who values inclusive entertainment, this episode is packed with insights that will expand your perspective on accessibility, immersion, and the power of voice. Listen now and join the conversation on the future of audio description! /episode/index/show/theadna/id/35600850

The ADNA Presents: Bill Larson (2025) 03/05/2025

The ADNA Presents: Bill Larson (2025) The Mic Drop: Roy Samuelson Chats with Eagles Voice Bill Larson Roy Samuelson interviews Bill Larson, the voice of the Philadelphia Eagles and a passionate audio description performer. Despite their differences, both fields demand precision, preparation, and a deep connection with the audience. Bill's journey into audio description was accidental but life-changing. "Once I realized how many people rely on AD, I was hooked," he says. His announcing background helps him bring the same energy and timing to AD, ensuring audiences stay immersed. "Whether it's a touchdown or a dramatic scene, people count on me to deliver," Bill shares. His advice? "Prepare relentlessly and never give up." Find Bill's work at Bear Hug VO—a name as warm as his voice. /episode/index/show/theadna/id/35551205

221 - The ADNA Presents: Marin Miller 06/25/2024

221 - The ADNA Presents: Marin Miller This Audio Description Network Alliance series interviews your favorite audio description professionals for movies, series, and more. /episode/index/show/theadna/id/31885062

220 - The ADNA Presents: Stephanae McCoy 05/07/2024

220 - The ADNA Presents: Stephanae McCoy Stephanae McCoy of Bold Blind Beauty shares the behind the scenes of how she uses her platform to demystify blindness through storytelling /episode/index/show/theadna/id/31178062

219 - The ADNA Presents: Christian Cruz 04/02/2024

219 - The ADNA Presents: Christian Cruz This Audio Description Network Alliance series interviews your favorite audio description professionals for movies, series, and more. /episode/index/show/theadna/id/30612048

218 - The ADNA Presents: Renee VanAusdall 03/26/2024

218 - The ADNA Presents: Renee VanAusdall Renee Van Ausdal is an audio description enthusiast, and her perspectives align so well with what this ADNA Presents podcast has set out to share; we’re excited to bring this podcast to you. /episode/index/show/theadna/id/30483913

217 - The ADNA Presents: David Strugar 03/05/2024

217 - The ADNA Presents: David Strugar This Audio Description Network Alliance series interviews your favorite audio description professionals for movies, series, and more. /episode/index/show/theadna/id/30160723

216 - The ADNA Presents: Bill Sarine - Possibilities 02/27/2024

216 - The ADNA Presents: Bill Sarine - Possibilities This Audio Description Network Alliance series interviews your favorite audio description professionals for movies, series, and more. /episode/index/show/theadna/id/30063593

215 - The ADNA Presents: Tanja Milojevic (2024) 02/20/2024

215 - The ADNA Presents: Tanja Milojevic (2024) This Audio Description Network Alliance series interviews your favorite audio description professionals for movies, series, and more. /episode/index/show/theadna/id/29987463

214 - The ADNA Presents: Brandon Cole 02/13/2024

214 - The ADNA Presents: Brandon Cole This Audio Description Network Alliance series interviews your favorite audio description professionals for movies, series, and more. /episode/index/show/theadna/id/29940623

213 - The ADNA Presents: Asiamarie Domingo 02/07/2024

213 - The ADNA Presents: Asiamarie Domingo This Audio Description Network Alliance series interviews your favorite audio description professionals for movies, series, and more. /episode/index/show/theadna/id/29834658

212 - The ADNA Presents: Sag awards 2024 with Jon Brockett and Jen Coyne-Hoerle 01/23/2024

212 - The ADNA Presents: Sag awards 2024 with Jon Brockett and Jen Coyne-Hoerle Jon Brockett (Executive Producer), and Jen Coyne-Hoerle (Supervising Producer), of SAG Awards joins The ADNA Presents in conversation about their efforts with AD for digital screeners and the live show itself! /episode/index/show/theadna/id/29579403

211 - The ADNA Presents: Juan Alcazar (2024) 01/16/2024

211 - The ADNA Presents: Juan Alcazar (2024) Audio Description professionals include the role of quality control. Juan speaks to his experiences professionally, and - as a content creator himself - some of the challenges and opportunities he faces in navigating his creative contributions. /episode/index/show/theadna/id/29501743

210 - The ADNA Presents: Bob Bergen 01/08/2024

210 - The ADNA Presents: Bob Bergen Bob Bergen, three time Emmy nominee, voice of Porky Pig, and hundreds of other animated characters, has talents that exceed his voice acting! He discusses leadership, mentorship, his initiatives at the TV Academy, home of the Prime Time Emmys, and why perfomers, partiularly AD performers, recognition matters. Professionalism echoes throughout this interview! /episode/index/show/theadna/id/29359513

209 - The ADNA Presents: Hannah Waymouth 12/26/2023

209 - The ADNA Presents: Hannah Waymouth This Audio Description Network Alliance series interviews your favorite audio description professionals for movies, series, and more. /episode/index/show/theadna/id/29076483

208 - The ADNA Presents: Chad Allen 12/19/2023

208 - The ADNA Presents: Chad Allen Chad Allen. Magician. Disability consultant, usability consultant for video games, and creator of Unseen Comic. This is far reaching conversation on audio description and so much more. /episode/index/show/theadna/id/29076573

207 - The ADNA Presents: Colleen Connor 12/12/2023

207 - The ADNA Presents: Colleen Connor This Audio Description Network Alliance series interviews your favorite audio description professionals for movies, series, and more. /episode/index/show/theadna/id/28909723

206 - The ADNA Presents: Heather Foster 12/05/2023

206 - The ADNA Presents: Heather Foster This Audio Description Network Alliance series interviews your favorite audio description professionals for movies, series, and more. /episode/index/show/theadna/id/28793083

205 - The ADNA Presents: Petr Kucheryavyy 11/28/2023

205 - The ADNA Presents: Petr Kucheryavyy This Audio Description Network Alliance series interviews your favorite audio description professionals for movies, series, and more. /episode/index/show/theadna/id/28792983

204 - The ADNA Presents: Ren Leach 11/21/2023

204 - The ADNA Presents: Ren Leach This Audio Description Network Alliance series interviews your favorite audio description professionals for movies, series, and more. /episode/index/show/theadna/id/28679263

203 - The ADNA Presents: 3rd Panel In Conversation with ACB 11/14/2023

203 - The ADNA Presents: 3rd Panel In Conversation with ACB This Audio Description Network Alliance series interviews your favorite audio description professionals for movies, series, and more. /episode/index/show/theadna/id/28629373

202 - The ADNA Presents: 2nd Panel In Conversation with ACB 10/24/2023

202 - The ADNA Presents: 2nd Panel In Conversation with ACB Part 2 - in conjunction with Conversations with ACB - This Audio Description Network Alliance series interviews your favorite audio description professionals for movies, series, and more. /episode/index/show/theadna/id/28401473

201 - The ADNA Presents: Nicholas DeWolff 09/19/2023

201 - The ADNA Presents: Nicholas DeWolff Nicholas de Wolff is an esteemed executive strategist and former Chief Marketing Officer at major multinational Entertainment and Tech brands. He almost never agrees to interviews, which testifies to how much he supports the creative and social importance of Audio Description. /episode/index/show/theadna/id/27990174

The ADNA Presents: 200th Episode AD panel 09/12/2023

The ADNA Presents: 200th Episode AD panel We celebrate 200 episodes today with this panel on professionals in AD, Hosted by Tabitha Kenlon, with Satauna Howery, Rebecca Odum, and Fern Lullham. This wide ranging conversation continues The ADNA focus on our showcase of the contributions, craft, skills, and perspectives of still underrepresented entertainment industry professionals serving the AD audience, and here we focus on the blind professionals who are a significant part of the professionalism of the entertainment industry. Special Thanks to ACB's community events for this rebroadcast. /episode/index/show/theadna/id/28007313

199 - The ADNA Presents: Jordan O'Neill (sound editor and mixer) 09/05/2023

199 - The ADNA Presents: Jordan O'Neill (sound editor and mixer) The ADNA Presents: Jordan O'Neill (sound editor and mixer) shares his experience, and focus on quality of, the sound mix and edit, and how that intricate, nuanced work supports the story being told. Time to geek out for this 199th episode of The ADNA Presents! /episode/index/show/theadna/id/27940389

198 - The ADNA Presents: Eli Schiff 08/29/2023

198 - The ADNA Presents: Eli Schiff This weekly Audio Description Network Alliance series interviews your favorite audio description professionals for movies, series, and more. /episode/index/show/theadna/id/27782166

197 - The ADNA Presents: Laine Kelly 08/22/2023

197 - The ADNA Presents: Laine Kelly Laine Kelly concisely echoes talking points that this podcast has covered for nearly 200 episodes, and in less than 9 minutes. This is a very important podcast! /episode/index/show/theadna/id/27653661

196 - The ADNA Presents: Xanthe Paige 08/15/2023

196 - The ADNA Presents: Xanthe Paige Xanthe Page, actor and voice over artist, shares how she innately interprets to give an accurate impression of what text is giving, and also, how that human to human connection can’t be understated. /episode/index/show/theadna/id/27650838

195 - The ADNA Presents: Brian Gebhart 08/08/2023

195 - The ADNA Presents: Brian Gebhart On this episode of The ADNA presents, Brian Gebhart of joins us again to talk about the wide range of clients, technology improvements, and how creative collaboration in AD creative processes can run in parallel with the creative production. /episode/index/show/theadna/id/27650667

194 - The ADNA Presents: Zach Zeidman 08/01/2023

194 - The ADNA Presents: Zach Zeidman /episode/index/show/theadna/id/27624054

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