# GTT Live: Life After Skype...What’s Your Next Phone Patch?

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Podcast: [George The Tech’s Performer Friendly Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/george-the-tech-s-performer-friendly-podcast-465165)
Published: 2025-05-01T17:00:26+00:00
Episode link: https://ewabs.podbean.com/e/gtt-live-life-after-skypewhat-s-your-next-phone-patch/
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## Resource

George the Tech discusses the end of Skype and explores various alternatives for making and receiving phone calls, particularly in a business and studio environment. George conducts the live stream via Zoom using a wireless OZ headset and examines why platforms like Microsoft Teams, Google Voice, and even Zoom itself may not be ideal for replacing Skype. He highlights OpenPhone as an effective VoIP solution, detailing its features, usability, and advantages for voice actors and other professionals. George also demonstrates how to use the CEntrance PASport VO for seamless integration of phone calls in a recording studio and covers the benefits of maintaining separate business and personal phone lines. @OpenPhone Referral Code for $20 Credit:https://openph.one/referral/ytk5q1Z00:00 Introduction and Experimenting with Zoom00:39 The End of Skype: What It Means for You01:50 Exploring Alternatives to Skype06:01 Introducing OpenPhone: A Reliable VoIP Solution07:29 OpenPhone Features and Benefits13:30 Using OpenPhone with Pro Audio Gear18:40 Comparing OpenPhone and Zoom for Business Calls20:29 OpenPhone Pricing and Affiliate Program24:11 Conclusion: Navigating a Post-Skype WorldWebsite: http://georgethehtechFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/georgethetechInstagram: @georgethetechPodcast: http://theproaudiosuite.com

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