# Behind Anime's Biggest Voices | Pokémon to Naruto (Steve Blum, Veronica Taylor, Maile Flanagan and More!)

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Podcast: [Toon'd In! with Jim Cummings](https://stenobird.com/podcast/toon-d-in-with-jim-cummings-6400123)
Published: 2026-07-18T05:38:40+00:00
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Duration seconds: 4830

## Resource

This week on Toon’d In!, Jim Cummings presents a special Anime Voice Actors Compilation, bringing together unforgettable highlights from his conversations with Steve Blum, Veronica Taylor, Maile Flanagan, Colleen O'Shaughnessey, Kari Wahlgren, Lex Lang, Erika Harlacher Stone, Michaela Jill Murphy, and Jennie Kwan. Together, these acclaimed performers have voiced some of anime's most beloved heroes, villains, and fan-favorite characters across legendary franchises including Pokémon, Naruto, Bleach, Digimon, Persona, Demon Slayer, Avatar: The Last Airbender, Sonic the Hedgehog, Dragon Ball, and many more. Their extraordinary careers have helped define generations of anime, animation, video games, and pop culture. In this exciting compilation, Jim revisits some of the very best moments from his conversations with these remarkable voice actors, exploring their paths into the industry, the challenges of bringing iconic characters to life, and the artistry behind creating performances that resonate with fans around the world. Along the way, they share fascinating behind-the-scenes stories about recording anime dubs, developing unforgettable character voices, memorable auditions, convention experiences, and the creative process that has shaped some of the medium's most enduring performances. The conversations also dive into the evolution of anime dubbing, the collaborative nature of voice acting, and the passion, versatility, and dedication required to build successful careers across animation, video games, film, and television. Jim and his guests reflect on career-defining roles, working alongside fellow industry legends, adapting performances for beloved franchises, and the experiences that continue to inspire both longtime professionals and aspiring voice actors alike. Whe…

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