Sarah Natochenny

Voice actress Sarah Natochenny ( Pokémon ) joins Nicole for a chat about how voicing Ash Ketchum inspired her to become the adventurous protagonist of her own life. Sarah shares her method for vetting a first date, why she has absolutely zero tolerance for men who neg her, and why animal companions (like her cat, Pikachu) will always be better than a boyfriend. Plus, the gals discuss Cher's wild 40-year age gap relationship, share tips for traveling solo as a single woman, and Nicole recounts a horrifying road rage incident that still haunts her. Watch this episode on our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@WhyWontYouDateMePodcast Take our listener survey and shape the future of the podcast! Support this podcast and get discounts by checking out our sponsors: • Jones Road Beauty : Use code DATEME at jonesroadbeauty.com to get a Free Gift with your first purchase! #JonesRoadBeauty #ad • Cash App : Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/3v6r90n6 #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Discounts and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit http://cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. • BetterHelp : This show is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit betterhelp.com/dateme today to get 10% off your first month. • Quince : Head to quince.com/dateme for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. Follow: All Links: linktr.ee/whywontyoudateme Tour Dates: linktr.ee/nicolebyerwastaken YouTube: @WhyWontYouDateMePodcast TikTok: @whywontyoudatemepod Instagram: @nicolebyer X: @nicolebyer This is a Headgum podcast. Advertise on <a href="https://gumball.fm

In this nostalgic and high-spirited episode, Sarah Natochenny—the voice of Ash Ketchum from Pokémon —joins Nancy Cartwright for a lively conversation packed with behind-the-scenes stories, voice acting insights, and plenty of playful moments. From iconic catchphrases to real-life challenges, Sarah offers an honest and entertaining look at what it takes to bring one of the most beloved animated characters of all time to life. Right from the start, the energy is electric. Sarah effortlessly slips into Ash’s voice, delivering the legendary “I choose you!” moment that instantly transports listeners back to their childhood. It’s a reminder of just how powerful voice acting can be—one line, one tone, and suddenly millions of memories come rushing back. But beyond the nostalgia, Sarah opens up about her unexpected journey into the role. At just 18 years old, she nearly missed her audition entirely, forgetting about it until the day of. With little preparation and no prior experience in dubbing, she walked into what would become a life-changing opportunity. Despite feeling unprepared—and even crying afterward—she landed the role, proving that talent and instinct can sometimes outweigh perfect planning. The episode dives deep into the realities of stepping into an established character. Taking over as Ash Ketchum wasn’t just a technical challenge—it came with intense backlash from fans. Sarah candidly shares how difficult it was to face criticism early on, especially when replacing a beloved voice. Over time, however, that narrative shifted, and she now experiences overwhelming support from fans around the world, especially at conventions where she connects with them face-to-face. One of the most fascinating parts of the conversation is Sarah’s explanation of dubbing. Unlike traditional voice acting, dubbing requires actors to match timing, emotion, and mouth movements to pre-existing animation—often in another language. Learning this process on the spot during her audition added an extra layer of difficulty, making her success even more impressive. The episode also highlights the differences between voice acting across mediums. From recording Pokémon episodes to performing lines for video games, Sarah explains how each format demands a unique approach. While television allows for more context and storytelling, video games often involve recording isolated lines without knowing the full scene, requiring actors to rely heavily on instinct and consistency. Beyond the technical side, Sarah brings humor and personality to every moment. Whether she’s joking about not driving despite living in Los Angeles, sharing stories about traveling to dozens of conventions, or participating in the show’s signature donut taste tests, she keeps the conversation light, relatable, and fun. At its core, this episode is about perseverance, growth, and embracing the unexpected. Sarah’s journey—from a fan of Pokémon to becoming its most iconic voice—captures the essence of following your passion, even when the path feels uncertain. Whether you grew up with Ash Ketchum or are simply curious about the world of voice acting, this episode delivers a perfect mix of nostalgia, humor, and inspiration. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sarah Natochenny, who has voiced Ash Ketchum for the last 18 years in Pokemon, shares her journey voicing this character. She talks about her true audition story, her struggles in the first few years, negativity on the internet, her reaction to Ash winning the world championship and more. She also talks about her role in Alya Sometimes Shares Her Feelings in Russian anime & Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man marvel animated show.

View fullsize Polish up on your Russian with the amazing Sarah Natochenny (Pokemon), who joins JV for an IN-PERSON chat (Y’all, it’s been awhile!) touching on the caché of being a freshman singing with the seniors, Broadway taking a backseat to voiceover and a whole career in editing, and much more! So grab some cheesy balls and let’s do this! Listen now!

Polish up on your Russian with the amazing Sarah Natochenny (Pokemon), who joins JV for an IN-PERSON chat (Y’all, it’s been awhile!) touching on the caché of being a freshman singing with the seniors, Broadway taking a backseat to voiceover and a whole career in editing, and much more! So grab some cheesy balls and let’s do this!

Today we're joined by iconic voice actors to answer your assumptions about the medium. 💥NEW YOUTOOZ FIGURE: https://youtooz.com/products/anthony-padilla 🧨HUGE thank you to SUNGWON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/prozd/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@ProZD 🧨HUGE thank you to SARAH INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/sarah_natochenny/ APPEARANCES: https://msha.ke/sarahnatochenny 🧨HUGE thank you to RICHARD X: https://x.com/richardhorvitz WEBSITE: https://www.richardhorvitz.com/ 🎥Crew ▸ Creator, Director, Writer, etc - Anthony Padilla ▸ Executive Producer - Alessandra Catanese ▸ Channel Director/Creative Director - Mike Criscimagna ▸ Producer - Nicole Nourmal ▸ Associate Producer - Joshua Dozier ▸ Director of Photography/Gaffer - Matthew Faulkner ▸ Camera Operator - Garrett Mckenna ▸ Social Media Manager - Mallory Myers ▸ Post Manager - Luke Baker ▸ Editor - Patrick Horba ▸ Sound Mixing - Lila Rowel ▸ Sound Editor - Gareth Hird ▸ Production Assistant - Oliver Wehlander ▸ Senior Manager, Channel & Strategy - Lizzy Jones ▸ Channel Operations Coordinator - Audrey Carganilla 🎵Theme Music Composer - Matt Good AKA The King of Emo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We catch up with Sarah Natochenny, the voice of Ash Ketchum! Plus, no Pokemon news at the Nintendo Direct, but some new game updates, and a PokeFact of the Week! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we are packing our bags and heading to the City of Angels, where we were joined by actors, Sarah Natochenny and Rachel Troy. They stopped by to talk about the works they are part of in the Festival of Jewish Playwrights. You only have a few more days to catch these amazing productions, so make sure you tune in and get your tickets while you still can for this wonderful festival! Festival of Jewish Playwrights: Ethan Coen, Shel Silverstein, and Wendy Wasserstein Now- April 7th @ 905 Cole (Los Angeles, CA) Tickets and more information are available at onstage411.com And be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions: Rachel: @racheloftroy Sarah: @sarahnatochenny Foster Cat Productions: @fostercatproductions and fostercatproductions.com

We celebrate 250 episodes with a very special guest star,Sarah Natochenny! Plus, all the Pokemon news and a new PokeFact of the week! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

T ICKETS NOW ON SALE for our FIRST EVER LIVE SHOW , featuring special guest Sarah Natochenny, AKA the voice of ASH (FREAKIN’) KETCHUM! PLUS: Debuting original songs from the new anime parody musical: BALLS: the Monster-Catchin’ Musical Comédy, as well as a stacked lineup of NY’s finest comedians and musical theatre performers. PLUS PLUS: EXCLUSIVE VIDEO CALLS with Stuart Zagnit, the original voice of PROFESSOR OAK! November 17th @ 7:30pm City Vineyard New York City Listen to BONUS EPISODES and MORE at patreon.com/WhosThatPatreon Tiktok (NEW!) and Instagram : @WhosThatPokemonPod Twitter: @BrandonZelman and @CapnBrielle

On this episode of Today in TO, host Dani Stover speaks to an actual Pokémon master...specifically the voice actress of Ash Ketchum for the past 17 years Sarah Natochenny. Sarah tells Dani what it was like being the lead voice in one of the most famous cartoons, how she feels now that shes moving on and which Pokémon is her favourite. And the New York Knicks are accusing the Toronto Raptors of planting a "mole" in their organization to steal trade secrets! So to help understand what that all means, Dani will break down the allegations, who the key players are and what ramifications this could have. Finally, producer Glenn Bragonier takes you on a quick dip into the past to visit Toronto's history with basketball including the team that preceded the Raptors.

This week the REACH team is proud to present a great resource exploring the topics that kids care about the most, it's The Ten News! Presenting The Ten News: Meet Daisy, Apple's Recycling Robot 🤖 🤖 Meet Apple's iPhone Recycling Robot with Sarah Chandler, VP of Environment & Supply Chain Innovation at Apple 📣 Ten'ers share their special Father's Day shout-outs on the show 📱 Trivia with Tessa: do you know how many dollars worth of gold & silver is thrown away just from phones in the US? About The Ten News 🗞️ The Ten News podcast explores topics that kids care about most including events, sports, science, gaming, pop culture, entertainment, and more! 🌎 It’s a great way for you and your family to stay connected with what’s going on in the world. 🤩 The Ten News also features some pretty awesome guests; LEGO Masters Judge Amy Corbett, America’s top doctor Dr. Anthony Fauci, Sarah Natochenny, the voice of Ash Ketchum for Pokemon fans, and many more. 🤔 Our episodes are all about staying kind, cool, and curious. 🎧 We hope you enjoy listening to The Ten News! 👋 Say hi at hello@thetennews.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thetennews/