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In this captivating episode of Entertain This!, we sit down with the immensely talented Valentina Latyna, a Colombian-born, Los Angeles-based actress and voiceover artist whose dynamic range and cultural versatility have made her a standout in the entertainment industry.

Fresh off her role in Netflix’s critically acclaimed series Griselda alongside Sofía Vergara and her starring performance in Paramount+’s live-action film Dora and the Search for Sol Dorado. We dive into her experience providing descriptive English audio for blind audiences in Griselda, voicing every female character, and explore how her powerhouse vocal talent has earned her two Society of Voice Arts and Sciences Awards and thirteen nominations. From dubbing iconic roles in Spanish for shows like Poker Face and The Bold & the Beautiful, Valentina shares the artistry and passion behind her craft.

Beyond her on-screen and voiceover success, Valentina is a trailblazer as the founder of Latyna Studios, a creative hub that became a lifeline for high-profile projects during the industry’s shift to remote recording in 2020. We also discuss her exciting return to the stage in 2025, with roles in Daughter Knows Best at the Brisk Festival in Santa Monica and Tanya Saracho’s Enfrascada with the Big Bear Theater Project.

Join us for an inspiring conversation about Valentina’s multifaceted career, her commitment to storytelling, and how she’s shaping the future of voice acting and performance.

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Have you ever been watching a movie or TV show and thought, "Wait, that's NOT who should be playing this role?!" You're not alone! On this episode of Entertain This!, we're diving deep into the fascinating, and sometimes frustrating, world of miscasting.

Join us as we debate, dissect, and sometimes even defend those infamous casting decisions that left us scratching our heads. From legendary actors in utterly unsuitable roles (looking at you, John Wayne as Genghis Khan or Keanu Reeves in Dracula) to seemingly perfect fits that just didn't quite land, we're exploring why certain performances fell flat despite the talent involved.

We'll discuss:

* The "Why": What goes into a bad casting choice? Studio pressure? Actor chemistry gone wrong? Or just a fundamental misunderstanding of the character?

* The Disconnect: When an actor's persona completely clashes with the role they're playing.

* Near Misses & What-Ifs: Imagine if the Actor had played another Role instead!

* Our Picks: We'll be sharing a few controversial takes of our own!

Tune in and tell us: what are your biggest miscasting pet peeves? Did we miss any egregious examples? Get ready for a lively discussion that will make you rethink some of your favorite (and least favorite) on-screen performances!

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Do you remember Saturday mornings glued to the TV, a bowl of sugary cereal in hand? On this episode of Entertain This!, we're taking a nostalgic trip down memory lane to dust off some of the animated gems that time (and perhaps a few too many reboots) might have forgotten!

Join us as we dive deep into the vibrant, weird, and sometimes wonderfully bizarre world of children's cartoons from the 1980s and 1990s. We're talking beyond the usual suspects like He-Man or Rugrats! Get ready to gasp, "Oh my gosh, I remember that!" as we unearth:

* The Obscure Heroes: Do you recall the adventures of BraveStarr in New Texas?

* The Quirky Concepts: Remember body-shaping fun of The Centurions?

* The One-Season Wonders: Some shows like Pirates of Dark Water burned brightly but briefly, leaving a lasting, albeit hazy, impression.

* The Shows That Deserve a Second Look: Were some of these "forgotten" gems actually ahead of their time?

We'll share our own hazy memories, discuss the memorable theme songs that still get stuck in our heads, and ponder why some of these fantastic (and sometimes cheesy) cartoons faded into obscurity while others became cultural touchstones.

Tune in, relive your childhood, and help us remember the forgotten animated heroes and heroines of a bygone era! What forgotten 80s or 90s cartoon do YOU remember most fondly? Let us know in the comments!

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