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Metal Gear Flushh - An Interview with Donna Burke
Metal Gear singer/voice actress Donna Burke, is known for her work in video games and as the English announcing voice on the Shinkansen bullet train. Now she joins the GZ Chop Shop podcast in an unforgettable interview that discusses her new venture, Royal Flush, living in Japan, cultural differences, and her journey in the gaming and television industry.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Discussion of Royal Flush
02:11 Japanese Toilets and Cultural Differences
06:21 Living in Japan and Comparing Cultures
09:48 Donna Burke's Royal Flush and Toilet Messages
11:48 Creating a Podcast Intro with Donna Burke
14:03 Donna Burke's Journey in the Gaming Industry
19:48 Learning Japanese and Performing in Japan
23:01 Conclusion and Business Perspective
25:13 From Anime to Video Games: Donna Burke's Diverse Career
29:24 The Importance of Not Taking Oneself Too Seriously in the Entertainment Industry
33:16 Donna Burke's Plans for the Future
35:20 The Thrill of Performing in Concerts
51:00 The Thrill of Performing with a Symphony Orchestra
54:56 The Potential for Future Metal Gear Concerts
57:24 The Success of Video Game Adaptations
01:00:46 Donna Burke's Interest in Screenwriting and TV Shows
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