Show Notes
Today's guest, Denise Woods, has been the 'voice behind the voice' for Hollywood's most celebrated performers for over twenty years. As a dialect and vocal coach, she has contributed to Oscar- and Tony-winning performances.
Beyond Hollywood, Denise has been the secret weapon for Fortune 500 executives, broadcast journalists, and elite athletes transitioning to broadcasting careers. Her client list reads like a who's who of entertainment—from Jessica Chastain to Queen Latifah, from Anthony Mackie to Maggie Gyllenhaal.
Denise is also committed to giving disenfranchised voices the courage and tools to tell their stories by dismantling fear, shame, and trauma. As a graduate and the first African-American female faculty member of Juilliard's Drama Division, she's breaking barriers while helping others find their power. Her book, The Power of Voice, captures this transformative approach to finding and using your authentic voice.
In this episode, we'll explore:
Why embracing your authentic light is essential to mastery
The reason true expertise means embracing "I don't know"
How non-conformity fuels artistic excellence, and why Denise thrives as a co-creator and collaborator
The spiritual and intentional approach to preparation that allows authentic voices to emerge
Her current favorites: Book: Song of Solomon by Toni Morrison, Speaker: Michelle Obama, Podcast: Trevor Noah's What Now?
More from Denise Woods Website: https://www.speakitclearly.com/ Her book, The Power of Voice Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speakitclearly LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denise-woods-b1239518
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