About this episode
This week on Toon’d In!, Jim Cummings welcomes the incomparable voice actress and queen of sass herself—Lori Alan! Known to millions as the voice behind Pearl Krabs (SpongeBob SquarePants), Diane Simmons (Family Guy), and The Boss (Metal Gear Solid series), Lori brings her powerhouse presence and razor-sharp wit to a lively, heartfelt, and hilariously candid conversation. From her early days in voiceover (spoiler: she was in a commercial before she could walk!) to finding her groove as one of animation’s most versatile and in-demand talents, Lori shares the highs, the hustle, and the heart behind every performance. She and Jim dive into the art of bringing animated characters to life, the importance of emotional authenticity in voice acting, and the behind-the-scenes moments that shaped some of the most iconic voices in pop culture. 🎙️ Ever wonder how a single voice can steal every scene? Tune in and get Toon’d In! 🎟️ Meet Jim and Lori in person! Catch Jim Cummings at these upcoming conventions: SacAnime (Sacramento, CA) – August 29–31 Amazing Art Expo (Las Vegas, NV) – September 12–14 Nostalgia Con (Milwaukee, WI) – September 26–28 Smoky Mountain Anime Fest (Gatlinburg, TN) – October 17–19 Armageddon Expo (New Zealand) - October 24-27 Supanova Comic Con Adelaide (Australia) - October 31 - November 2 Supanova Comic Con Brisbane (Australia) - November 7-9 Nostalgia Con (New Orleans, LA) – November 21–23 Nostalgia Con (Salt Lake City, UT) – March 13–14, 2026 Stay Toon'd for more appearances—because these legends are just getting started! 🎧 Listen on Spotify: bit.ly/4fHWwxa 🍎 Listen on Apple: bit.ly/3AmUYZi 💖 Support on Patreon: patreon.com/jimcummingspodcast 🎉 Order a Cameo from Jim: cameo.com/toondinjimcumming Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/toon-d-in-with-jim-cummings--5863067/support .