Best Lara Chapman Podcasts (2025)

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James calls in 14th May 6:36

15h ago6:36

6:36

RADIO WOKING WEDNESDAY BREAKFAST 14TH MAY James from Cranleigh joins us for a chat on Radio Woking breakfast...By Jon Andrews

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Life During And After “The Voice” with Semi-Finalist Jackie Foster 1:13:25

2d ago1:13:25

1:13:25

What really happens when you get cast on The Voice? And what happens after? I sat down with singer-songwriter Jackie Foster to talk about the behind-the-scenes reality of being on one of the biggest singing competitions in the world. From rehearsals and contracts to vocal coaching and creative control—Jackie shares what it’s actually like to be on …

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From Copy To Original: How to Make a Cover Song Your Own 34:47

4d ago34:47

34:47

In this episode, I sat down with Coach Juliana to talk about how to truly make a song your own—whether you’re covering a hit song, auditioning, or just performing for fun. We walk through: How to pick the right song for your voice (Prima Voce sweet spot) How to change phrasing and timing to match your story How speaking the lyrics first can unlock …

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London Marathon - In Reverse! 21:42

5d ago21:42

21:42

RADIO WOKING SUNDAY 11TH MAY Andrea Duggan, who works as a physiotherapist at Woking and Sam Beare Hospice told me about her experiences of running the London marathon in reverse - all in support of the hospice. We also talked about her work at the hospice and why she enjoys it. www.wsbh.org.ukBy Jon Andrews

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Shay Catch Up 11th May 7:06

5d ago7:06

7:06

RADIO WOKING SUNDAY 11 MAY This week's catch up with Shay from Leatherhead.By Jon Andrews

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Simon Weather chat 11 May 8:26

5d ago8:26

8:26

RADIO WOKING SUNDAY 11 MAY This week's chat with Simon on all things weather. YOU TUBE - SIMON A G EVANSBy Jon Andrews

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How To Sing Shallow by Lady Gaga - Working On Controlled Belting 59:16

7d ago59:16

59:16

I finally tackled one of my most requested covers—“Shallow” by Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper. But this song is no walk in the park. It’s got huge belts, emotional dynamics, and intense phrasing, which makes it both challenging and rewarding to sing. In this episode, I break down my process for making this song my own, including: Adjusting the song s…

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From Army to Artist: Finding Your Voice Later in Life with VTS Student Ashley Kalina 49:46:00

9d ago49:46:00

49:46:00

I sat down with Ashley—a student of VoxTape Studios and a songwriter who picked up her musical journey again after serving in the military. We talk about what it’s like to restart your artistry later in life, the emotional roadblocks that come with it, and why you’re never “too old” or “too late” to build the voice (and music career) you’ve dreamed…

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Ronald Chapman - Woking War Veteran 11:41

9d ago11:41

11:41

RADIO WOKING WEDNESDAY 7TH MAY I spoke to 101 year old war Veteran Ronald Chapman who shared some of his stories and memories of his time serving in the Second World War Born and raised in Woking, he went to school in Knaphill and first joined West Surrey's, Queens Regiment the day before his eighteenth birthday in 1943. Ronald then went on to serv…

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VE Day at Surrey History Centre 6:33

9d ago6:33

6:33

RADIO WOKING WEDNESDAY 07 MAY I visited the Surrey History Centre in Woking to meet the team of volunteers behind a special display to mark the 80th Anniversary of VE Day. The display is in the foyer of the history centre in Goldsworth Road until the end of May. Surrey History Centre - Surrey County Council…

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The Air Raid Shelter Tea Rooms - A Song for VE Day 17:50

9d ago17:50

17:50

RADIO WOKING WEDNESDAY 07 MAY 2025 Ahead of the 80th Anniversary commemorations for VE Day I spoke to Chris Miller from the Air Raid Shelter Tea Room in High Wycombe. They have recorded a special song, Goodbye My Friend for VE Day and also a poignant farewell for the tea room which will be sadly closing in July. Find out more and buy the song here:…

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Bat Out Of Hell - Woking New Victoria Theatre Review 5:06

9d ago5:06

5:06

RADIO WOKING WEDNESDAY 07TH MAY 2025 My review of the electrifying Bat Out Of Hell musical on at Woking's New Victoria Theatre until Saturday 10th May www.atgtickets.com/wokingBy Jon Andrews

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Natural Talent vs. Trainable Skill – How Far Can You Take Your Voice? 47:14

11d ago47:14

47:14

Coach Emily and I talk about one of the most controversial topics out there: Is singing a natural talent, or can anyone learn to sing with the right training? We also look at clips of professional artists doing vocal exercises to prove that even the best voices in the world still practice. Whether you’re just starting out or doubting your abilities…

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Chris Buckland 33:01

12d ago33:01

33:01

RADIO WOKING SUNDAY 04 MAY Chris Buckland joined me to talk about his life which has seen him battle addictions, spend time in prison and finaly turn his life around. Chris expresses himself and his feelings through poetry and hopes by telling his story he will help others. His dream is to go into schools and talk to students to try and prevent the…

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Marking 80 year anniversary of VE Day in Woking 6:52

12d ago6:52

6:52

RADIO WOKING SUNDAY 04 MAY Councillor Ann-Marie Barker, Leader of Woking Borough Council joined me to discuss how Woking Town Centre will mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day.By Jon Andrews

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Bat out of Hell - Glenn Adamson 6:22

12d ago6:22

6:22

RADIO WOKING SUNDAY 4TH MAY I spoke to Glen Adamson who plays Strat in Bat out of Hell, which is touring the UK. The Show is at Woking's New Victoria Theatre from 6th - 10th May www.atgtickets.com/wokingBy Jon Andrews

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Shay Catch Up 04 May 7:41

12d ago7:41

7:41

RADIO WOKING SUNDAY 04 MAY This week's catch up with Shay in Leatherhead.By Jon Andrews

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VTS Coach Emily Helps Me Unlock My Mix Belt (Game-Changing Tips!) 1:17:16

14d ago1:17:16

1:17:16

In this episode of From Singer to Artist, I sat down with Coach Emily, one of the incredible vocal coaches at VoxTape Studios, to break down how she helps singers unlock their full potential. We dive into: ✅ How every singer has a different learning style ✅ Why vocal constriction is holding you back—and how to fix it ✅ The myth that only some singe…

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James chat 30th April 5:45

16d ago5:45

5:45

RADIO WOKING WEDNESDAY 30 APRIL James from Cranleigh calls in for a catch up.By Jon Andrews

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Booking Tours and Life On The Road With Singer Tash Cox 1:05:18

16d ago1:05:18

1:05:18

Touring sounds glamorous—but what’s it really like when you’re the one doing the singing every night? I sat down with my dear friend and fellow artist Tash Cox, lead singer of Al1ce, whom I had the pleasure of joining on tour back in the fall of 2024 as her background singer. She knows firsthand what it takes to keep your voice healthy, responsive,…

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Exercise Tracks - The Easy Yet Effective Way To Practice 33:05

18d ago33:05

33:05

Practicing consistently can be a challenge… That’s why using vocal exercise tracks can be a game changer—if you use them the right way. Let me walk you through how to make your warmups work better for your voice. We cover what to do when a track goes too high (or too low), how to adjust sounds if something doesn’t feel right, and when it’s totally …

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Walk a Mile in Her Shoes 10:53

19d ago10:53

10:53

RADIO WOKING SUNDAY 27TH APRIL Aneece Bear joined me to talk about a recent fundraiser which involved men in woman's shoes walking around Kingfield. It was all in a good cause as over £1000 has been raised so far for two charities - Momentum and Tommy's. To donate please go to the JustGiving pages. They are, for Momentum, www.justgiving.com/page/an…

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SUPERMARKET A TO Z 12:55

19d ago12:55

12:55

RADIO WOKING SUNDAY 27TH APRIL Till Receipt Artist Graeme Bowman joined me to reflect on completing his 26 item shop at his local Asda in alphabetical order (Not as easy as it seems) we also hear about the other challenges Graeme has completed involving tills receipts and his plans for the future.By Jon Andrews

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Hacking Your Morning Routine 9:03

19d ago9:03

9:03

RADIO WOKING SUNDAY 27TH APRIL Life Coach Mhairi Todd shared some tips on hacking the morning routine and reacting to the idea of Lateness Saving's Time and setting your clocks ahead to avoid being late. The research was conducted by Starbucks Nespresso and find out more about Mhairi on her website www.revolvecoaching.co.uk…

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Shay Catch Up 27 April 5:22

19d ago5:22

5:22

RADIO WOKING SUNDAY 27TH APRIL This week's catch up with Shay from Leatherhead.By Jon Andrews

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Simon Weather Update - 27th April 6:41

19d ago6:41

6:41

RADIO WOKING SUNDAY 27TH APRIL This weeks catch up and weather update with Simon Evans. YOU TUBE - SIMON A G EVANSBy Jon Andrews

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Vocal Evaluation: Reducing Vocal Tension Across 3 Languages 45:30:00

21d ago45:30:00

45:30:00

We’re back with another Vocal Evaluation episode—and this one is going global. I’m evaluating submissions from singers around the world performing in Spanish, Hungarian, and Italian. We’ll talk about common habits like facial tension, “boring face,” emotional disconnect, and how to improve clarity and power—even when you don’t speak the language yo…

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Finding Your Voice As A Transgender Artist With VTS Student Rafi Perez 58:49

23d ago58:49

58:49

I sat down with Rafi—a USC theater student and current VoxTape student—who shares her journey as a transgender artist using voice work to reconnect with herself. We talk about gender expression, performance, identity, and how singing isn’t just about technique—it’s about becoming who you really are. If you’ve ever felt like your voice didn’t match …

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James calls in for a chat 23rd April 4:53

23d ago4:53

4:53

RADIO WOKING WEDNESDAY 23RD APRIL James from Cranleigh calls in for a chat.By Jon Andrews

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The Girl on The Train - Interview with Jason Merrells 9:17

23d ago9:17

9:17

RADIO WOKING APRIL 2025 My chat with Jason Merrells who plays Tom Watson in the UK tour of The Girl on the Train which is at Woking's New Victoria Theatre until Sat 26 April. www.atgtickets.com/wokingBy Jon Andrews

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From Self-Sabotage to Confidence – The Mental Side of Singing 30:45

25d ago30:45

30:45

We often think vocal progress is all about technique. But what if the real work starts in your mind? In this episode, Coach Juliana joins me to talk about the mental and emotional side of singing—how our thoughts, confidence, and self-perception affect the way we use our voice. From self-sabotage to inner dialogue, we explore what it really means t…

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Constructive Criticism Or Insult? AITA for Being Honest? 48:20:00

28d ago48:20:00

48:20:00

We’re diving into real Reddit stories where people gave singing feedback… and things got messy. Coach Emily joins me to break down what actually makes feedback helpful, when “brutally honesty” crosses a line, and how singers can get better without losing their confidence. If you've ever wondered how to give feedback kindly or just love watching a l…

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Finding Your Most Authentic Voice as an Artist with Billboard-Charting Singer Rachel Siegel 1:10:30

30d ago1:10:30

1:10:30

Ever feel like you're doing all the right things as a singer, but something still feels… off? Billboard charting songwriter and artist Rachel Siegel joined coach Juliana and I for a talk about disciple, pressure, and how to find your true voice in your artistry. If you’ve been feeling disconnected, this episode will help you get clear on what you a…

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The #1 Thing Stopping You From Singing Effortlessly 51:48

1M ago51:48

51:48

I pushed my voice so hard I ended up with vocal nodules. In this episode, I’m sharing what I wish I knew about tension and why it’s the first thing every singer needs to release. If you’ve ever felt stuck, tight, or tired while singing—this one’s for you. 👉 Want to make practicing easier? Grab our FREE warm up track here: https://lessons.voxtapestu…

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From Pretty Notes to Powerful Storytelling – Juliana Coaches Lara 1:09:45

1M ago1:09:45

1:09:45

What a treat - I got a powerful vocal coaching session from the incredible VTS coach Juliana and in this episode you’re getting a behind the scenes look into that session. We dove deep into authenticity and emotional connection. Turns out I often forget to even ask myself what these songs I’m singing are about… If you’re anything like me and you wa…

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Inside The Life Of A Full-Time Gigging Musician – VTS Student Highlight: Chris Murphy 1:15:27

1M ago1:15:27

1:15:27

What does it really take to turn music into your full-time career? In this episode, I’m joined by Coach Emily and our student Chris Murphy—a full-time gigging musician in New York City—who opens up about what it’s *actually* like to build a career in music. We talk about overcoming stage nerves, learning to protect your voice when you’re singing ni…

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The Truth About Voice Types (And Why You Might Be Misclassified) 22:49

1M ago22:49

22:49

Think your voice type is just based on your range? Think again. In this episode, I’m breaking down the biggest myths about voice types—like why singing high doesn’t automatically make you a soprano, and why vocal range isn’t the only thing that matters when identifying your voice type. You’ll learn what voice types really are, how they’re determine…

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From Beginner To Getting Signed To A Record Label In LA - VTS Student Highlight Billy Titko 1:09:11

1M ago1:09:11

1:09:11

I sat down with VoxTape student Billy Titko, whose journey from total beginner to signed recording artist in Los Angeles - in just 2 years - is nothing short of inspiring. Billy shares how she found her sound, built a team, and went all in on her dream. From her first shy lesson to landing a label deal, this is the ultimate transformation story. 📍 …

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Vocal Evaluation: Get Coaching On Your Singing 1:01:28

1M ago1:01:28

1:01:28

Ever wondered what a vocal coach hears when you sing? In this special Vocal Evaluation episode, I provide real-time coaching and feedback on submitted singing clips, breaking down strengths, areas for improvement, and key techniques to enhance your voice. Watching other singers get coached helps you develop an ear for singing and builds your awaren…

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He Paid a Kid to Stop His GF From Singing?! How to Overcome Practice Anxiety 39:20

1M ago39:20

39:20

Worried that people will hear you when you practice singing? You’re not alone! In this episode, Coach Juliana and I share practical tips on how to practice confidently—even if you're self-conscious about others listening. We’re also reacting to two absolutely wild Reddit stories about people trying to stop singers from practicing—one of them involv…

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What Makes a Singer Great: The Top 3 Things That Make You Sound Like the Pros 43:14

1M ago43:14

43:14

Ever wondered why some singers stand out effortlessly while others struggle to improve? In this episode of From Singer to Artist, I break down the top three things that separate good singers from truly great ones. So many singers think that improving means pushing harder—but what if the key to singing better was actually making it feel easier? We’l…

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From Singer To Artist Podcast Trailer 1:24

2M ago1:24

1:24

No, a great singing voice isn’t just something you’re born with—it’s something you can learn! And we’ll show you exactly how to sound like you were born to sing. Every Monday, we dive into technique. Wednesdays bring insider tips from industry pros. And on Fridays, we break down vocal performances to uncover what makes a singer truly great. From Si…

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Rhaina Cohen: Center Friendship and Thrive 44:53

12M ago44:53

44:53

You know a magical connection when you feel it—that undeniable magnetism that pulls you together for a fit that's as much like home as it is an adventure. We see these sorts of connections in romcoms all the time, but they're not just relegated to the romcom realm. Magical connections happen in friendships, too, and Rhaina Cohen wants to dignify th…

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Michelle Weise: Be a Skills Translator, AI-proof Your Future 44:54

1y ago44:54

44:54

Here's a chilling thought: experts are saying that we may soon be sustaining 100-year work lives. If that's true, then how many careers might we have? How will we know where to upskill? And how will we keep bagged lunches interesting for so many years? Michelle R. Weise, researcher and author of Long Life Learning: Prepare for Jobs That Don't Even …

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Jessica DeFino: Beauty Beyond the Bottle 37:22

1y ago37:22

37:22

Today, our guest is an award-winning beauty reporter and critic whom you might have stumbled upon while reading her super popular newsletter, The Unpublishable, which, as HuffPost says, "basically gives the middle finger to the entire beauty industry." Writing about what the beauty industry won’t tell you, Jessica DeFino has built an identity as a …

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Dhiraj Mukherjee: Optimism Defines the Future 41:28

1y ago41:28

41:28

This week's episode of Simplify brings you a special collaboration: a conversation with Dhiraj Mukherjee, who is not only the entrepreneur behind Shazam (the app we all love and use so much!), but also a devoted impact investor focused on social good. Drawing from his experience at Shazam, Dhiraj learned firsthand that the best way to predict the f…

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Cole Kazdin: Health is Not a Size 37:52

1y ago37:52

37:52

Although we're at the tail end of 2024's symbolic new beginning, we're still confronted with the flood of discounted "detoxes," "cleanses," gym promotions touting a "New Year, new you," and the latest buzzword, "resets." Despite our desire to think that fad diets are relics of the past and that we have collectively moved away from diet culture, we …

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Acquired's David Rosenthal: 3 Secrets of the World's Most Successful Businesses 55:01

1+ y ago55:01

55:01

Today, we bring you Simplify's first ever crossover episode with the #1 Technology show on Apple Podcasts and Spotify: Acquired! For nearly 9 years David Rosenthal—today's guest—and his co-host Ben have been sharing the strategies and history of 200+ of the world's most successful businesses. From Sequoia to Sony, through to TSMC, Amazon, The New Y…

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Amy Key: Romance Isn't Everything 32:57

1+ y ago32:57

32:57

In 1971, Joni Mitchell released Blue, an album teeming with stories of a life shaped by romance, desire, longing, and the default path of sharing life with another person. The ideal might persist to this day, but what happens if the romance we are told will give life meaning... never shows up? How gorgeous and fulfilling can we make our lives, sans…

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Katherine Morgan Schafler: Perfectionism is a Gift 35:31

1+ y ago35:31

35:31

What do people mean when they say, 'I'm a perfectionist'? The colloquial and widespread opinion would sound like this: A perfectionist is someone who desires everything to be perfect at all times and becomes upset when things aren't perfect. This definition is often followed by the (generic) advice that the best way for them to set themselves free …

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