String and Tell

Join voice actor and content creator Tawny Platis as she sits down with fellow entertainers to talk about what they actually care about while racing to make as many friendship bracelets as they possibly can in 20 minutes. The best part? Each bracelet made by our celebrity guests is available to purchase by viewers like you, with 100% of the sale proceeds donated to a nonprofit organization of the guest’s choice. Every bracelet has a story, and every bracelet helps a cause.

String and Tell is a arts podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 26 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts String and Tell, a arts show with 26 episodes published.

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  Henry Danger: Ben Giroux’s Wild Acting Career

  Aug 20, 202631 min

  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

  Aug 13, 20261h 10m

  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!

  Aug 6, 202639 min

  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

  Jul 30, 20261h 15m

  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

  Jul 23, 202635 min

  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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