The Voice Science Podcast
Your go-to resource for singers who want to understand the science behind great vocal technique. Hosted by Josh Manuel, founder of VoSci, this podcast breaks down complex voice topics into clear, actionable insights—so you can sing with more confidence, skill, and artistry.
Each short, focused episode explores common myths, key vocal concepts, and research-backed techniques to help you build a stronger, healthier, and more versatile voice. Whether you’re a singer, voice teacher, or just curious about how the voice works, you’ll get practical takeaways to apply in your own singing journey.
🎙️ Tune in, level up your knowledge, and take your voice to the next level—backed by science!
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Your Thoughts (About Singing) Matter
Season 1 | Episode 26 One of my favorite parts of being a voice trainer is meeting a new student. During the initial sessions I am able to ask some fundamental questions. Among them are: “How does your voice work?” “What do you need to do to sing higher?” “What…What Does Your Nose Know About Singing?
Season 1 | Episode 25 Some singers are told never to sing through their nose. Others are told it’s essential—to “get resonance,” or to “place the sound.” Both can’t be right… or can they? Today on the Voice Science Podcast, we’ll sort out when nasal sound is useful, when it’s…Finding Your Unique Singing Voice
Season 1 | Episode 24 We will begin by unpacking the word unique. The word has two possible definitions: singular, meaning “one of a kind,” or exceptional, as in “remarkably unusual or special.” Much like a person’s fingerprints, every human voice has an element of uniqueness about it, which is…The Standard: What Excellence in Singing Really Means
Season 1 | Episode 23 I want to talk about something that I don’t think most singers or teachers ever stop to consider. It’s something we all feel, and honestly something we all wrestle with, but it stays in the background. It’s what I call The Standard.Without Head Voice, You’re Missing Half Your Instrument
Season 1 | Episode 22 Head voice isn’t optional. When singers avoid head voice, it often looks like a choice—but really, it’s a missing foundation. You can’t fully understand your voice without it. In today’s episode, written by Timothy Wilds, we’re going to explore what head voice actually is, how…The Tongue: Hero, Not Hindrance
Season 1 | Episode 21 Most singers think of the tongue as a source of tension or a problem to fix. But what if the real issue isn’t tension—it’s habit? In this episode, Timothy Wilds dismantles the myths surrounding tongue tension and makes the case for celebrating the tongue’s complexity,…Does Dairy Ruin Your Voice? And Other Real Questions About Singing
Season 1 | Episode 12 This week, we’re doing something a bit different. Instead of our usual deep-dive into one topic, we took live questions from singers and teachers—and answered them on the spot. It was fast-paced, wide-ranging, and full of insight. Here are the questions we covered: Whether you’re…Anyone Can Sing: True or False?
Season 1 | Episode 19 What if the real reason people don’t sing isn’t lack of ability—but permission? Today, we’re diving into a question that touches identity, education, and culture: Can anyone learn to sing? And why have so many been told they can’t? Hey, it’s Josh—and welcome back to…The Audition Isn’t Just the Song: How to Prepare Like a Pro
Season 1 | Episode 18 Here’s something nobody tells you: most casting directors have already made up their minds before you even open your mouth. The way you walk in, your demeanor, whether you followed instructions—it all gets processed in seconds. That’s why audition prep isn’t just about the singing.…Why Your Voice Flips—and Why That’s Normal
Season 1 | Episode 17 Most people take voice lessons for one reason: they want to sing better. That can mean hitting high notes, singing on pitch, or just feeling more confident. Whatever the goal, it usually comes down to replacing worry with the kind of confidence that comes from…