Episode 46 — Properly Paranoid

March has been full of some good, some bad and some— WHAT IN THE SERENITY BY JAN IS HAPPENING?! So, of course, our host Terri Doty is ready to talk about all that and everything in between. Thanks… Read More

Episode 45 — Everyone Can See It

Another leap year and another episode of all things obscure! What to do with an extra day? Consider listening to host Terri Doty talk about the good, the bad and the HOLY SHIITAKE MUSHROOMS REALLY?! Because reasons.  Sponsored… Read More

Episode 44 — And 99 cents

New year, same show! A lot has happened since our November episode! Join our host with the most as she catches listeners up on what’s happened in the last two months. All views and opinions expressed are solely… Read More

Episode 43 — Character Filibuster

Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed across episodes are solely those of Terri Doty. Obscure Chatter serves as a platform for Terri to share personal perspectives, and the content reflects her individual views. Obscure Chatter values the audience’s… Read More

Episode 42 — Gory Deadly Overkill Title of Fatal Death

*This episode was recorded on Saturday, October 21st* Happy Halloween from Obscure Chatter! Hope all of you are enjoying too much candy, a few good horror flicks and preparing some amazing costumes! We’re keeping it chill this October… Read More

Episode 41 — Bullying a Dragon

*This episode was recorded prior to the tentative WGA agreement.* Obscure Chatter continues to stand in solidarity with those still on strike!  We will continue not to highlight works (past, present and future) for the time being. We’re… Read More

Episode 40 — Establishing Character Moment

As with the previous episode, there will be no highlights of current movies or television. Our show stands in solidarity with those on strike!  Please see here and here for more information. This is another installment of Obscure… Read More

Episode 39 — Poor Communication Kills

Our Obscure Chatter host is using some gear from That Anime Show days to help stay cool. It was getting hot in Texas, so Terri decided to step out of the booth and into the living room for… Read More

Episode 38 — All There in the Manual

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode delves into topics of eating disorders and gun violence that some listeners may find distressing. Please listen with care. Terri Doty is back just in time for the end of May.  Join Ms. Doty… Read More

Episode 37 — Barred from the Afterlife

This episode of Obscure Chatter is Sponsored by: Pants Terri Doty recaps what the month of April has been like. Spoiler Alert: It’s been… interesting. Join our host with the most as she shares all that went wrong,… Read More

Episode 36 — Token Good Teammate

Join host Terri Doty as she prepares to celebrate her birthday.  In this episode, Terri will take you along for the ride as she shares insights on the competitive VO world, dealing with family, encouraging friends and oh-so-much… Read More

Episode 35 — Watch the Paint Job

“The movies lied to me. This seemed to be a lot easier than it actually is.” It’s a new year and that means more of Terri talking to herself in a booth while Stephen likely does homework. That’s… Read More

Episode 34 — Maybe Magic, Maybe Mundane

Happy Holidays from Obscure Chatter! Terri Doty is back to spread holiday cheer (not really) with her final episode of 2022. Join Terri as she watches [CENSORED]! Here are a few things Terri chats about with Obscure Chatter… Read More

Episode 33 — The Chew Toy

Thankful for another episode of Obscure Chatter? So are we! Terri is back for November and thankful for a lot! So much has happened since October and it is time to dive into the deep end. Buckle up… Read More

Episode 32 — Nightmare Fuel for Halloween

Please enjoy Obscure Chatter’s second Halloween episode! This episode is unique in that Terri does not watch television or a film to dictate the run time. No, this time around she’s letting 6 tales of terror do that…. Read More

Episode 31 — You Don’t Look Like You

Obscure Chatter is back from a tiny break! The Doty-Hoffs would like to give a huge shoutout to the amazing listeners! Thank you for support and understanding. For Episode 31 aka “You Don’t Look Like You”, Terri is… Read More

Episode 30 — Wretched Hive

There is a STRONG CONTENT WARNING with this episode as Terri goes in-depth to personal experiences of loss and pain that is directly tied to recent decisions with the Supreme Court. Be advised: if pregnancy-related issues are at… Read More

Episode 29 — Character Development

It’s gonna be—June? Wait, that isn’t right. Join Terri as she closes out May with a bit of mixed bag honestly. She discusses many things that have happened this month— the good, the bad and the in-between. Here… Read More

Episode 28 — Cute, but Cacophonic

It’s April and that means another episode of Obscure Chatter! Terri catches up the listener by talking about her birthday, new job, and oh-so-much more! If you would like to be a part of a future episode, please… Read More

Episode 27 — All That Glitters

OH NO. Terri’s back! Catch up with all that’s happened since OC’s Holiday Extravaganza. If you would like to be a part of a future episode, please submit a question via [email protected] (you can even remain anonymous) OR… Read More

Episode 26 – Hope Spot

Our Holiday Extravaganza is all thanks to you! Obscure Chatter listeners answered a lengthy questionnaire Terri provided because she wanted this year’s holiday episode to feel special. Now she’s watching [CENSORED] as she goes over your answers! Don’t… Read More

Episode 25 – Destination Defenestration

“You guys made this episode.” Our Halloween special is all thanks to you! OC listeners recommended over 30 films for Terri to watch during our October episode. Out of all those choices, Terri hadn’t seen 9 of them…. Read More

Episode 24 – Adaptational Context Change featuring Kristen McGuire

We’re happy to have our second in-booth session since the lockdown in early 2020. Both host and guest are fully vaxxed. Our September episode has Terri watching [CENSORED] with friend and colleague Kristen McGuire! Here are some things… Read More

Episode 23 – Blithe Spirit featuring Tia Ballard

“We waxed AND vaxxed.” Since our last in-booth guest in March of 2020, we’ve done solo shows with the occasional remote movie watch to stay safe. With both Terri and her guest being fully vaccinated, we took the… Read More

Episode 22 – Color-Coded for Your Convenience

Obscure Chatter’s June episode was delayed slightly due to the insane heat that Texas’ grid is not prepared for—but that’s a whole other story that has nothing to do with this episode. Join Terri as she watches [CENSORED]… Read More

Episode 21 – Madden Into Misanthropy

Our May episode is another one where Terri watches television rather than a movie. We’re still censoring titles, character names, etc so you can just focus on the rambling woman. And OH, NO… Someone gave Terri beer. Here… Read More

Episode 20 – Horror Doesn’t Settle for Simple Tuesday

April is Terri’s least favorite month because it makes her feel old(er). That’s right, it’s Terri’s birthday month! It’s another solo episode (with Hoff engineering). These are typically the easiest for post-production (i.e. minimal beeps)! Here’s are just… Read More

Episode 19 – Cryptically Unhelpful Answer

This episode is dedicated to Judy. Terri and Stephen are back from break! Well, Stephen stays outside the booth for the first episode of 2021. He multitasks recording the show, keeping the dog busy and getting groceries that… Read More

Episode 18 – Crappy Holidays

It wouldn’t be December without a holiday episode, would it? No, seriously, would it? We really don’t know. Terri spends Christmas Eve watching [CENSORED] and trying to stay on the topic of Christmas (Past, Present and Future—Dickens Style)…. Read More

Episode 17 – Trouble Entendre

In this episode, Terri is doing an episode rather than a full length movie. November’s show was put on hold until after the election, so we are very grateful for your patience and understanding! The “Trouble Entendre” trope… Read More

Episode 16 – For Doom The Bell Tolls

Its October and that means a plethora of media outlets are gonna say it’s “SpOoKy sEaSoN,” too many things are “spiced” like a fake-ass pumpkin and Terri is watching even more horror movies than usual—dangerous, we know. BE… Read More

Episode 15 – Cute Monster Girl

Terri doesn’t shy away from recent tragedies in Episode 15 as she watches [CENSORED]. The topics of COVID-19, estrangement, loss and more will be discussed at the beginning. In addition to the aforementioned, here are a few other… Read More

Episode 14 – Birds of a Feather featuring Erica Lindbeck

PLEASE KEEP IN MIND: This episode is another remote interview (i.e. Terri records in TX, Erica records in CA, Hoff streams the movie for both of them and engineers the overall session). There were two moments when the… Read More

Episode 13 – Mundane Made Awesome featuring Felecia Angelle

Couple Things to Keep In Mind: Ep13 was recorded on May 16th, 2020. This is also a remote interview (i.e. Terri recorded in Texas, Felecia recorded in California and Hoff streamed the movie as well as engineered). ONTO… Read More

Episode 12 – Vocal Dissonance featuring Monica Rial

Please Note: This is our FIRST remote interview (i.e. Terri records in one place, the guest records in another, Hoff streams the movie for both parties—ah!!!!). There will be some noticeable artifacts here and there (mostly in the… Read More

Episode 11 – Big “NO!”

HEADS UP: April’s episode was always meant to be solo, BUT—for the foreseeable future— solo episodes may be the name of the game. Stephen & Terri are looking into options but will need some time to play around…. Read More

Episode 10 – Comically Missing the Point featuring Ben Phillips

Obscure Chatter’s second guest of 2020 is here and he brought snacks! No, really he brought noms. Consider this your warning—it’s gonna get noisy here and there. Starting his VO career doing walla and subtitles, stage actor and… Read More

Episode 9 – Adaptation Dye Job featuring Daman Mills

The first Obscure Chatter guest of 2020 is a voice-over artist that often makes people say something along the lines of, “Holy shit, that’s Daman?!” Ep 9 find Terri talking over [CENSORED] with the wonderful Daman Mills. The… Read More

Episode 8 – Sad Clown

WARNING: This episode looks back at times of tragedy and loss that some may find overwhelming. If you wish to avoid this content (which really picks up around the 37 minute mark), you’ll hear a distinct sound around… Read More

Episode 7 – The World Is Just Awesome featuring Natalie Hoover

During Recovery of an MMO Junkie’s simuldub recordings in the fall of 2017, Terri finally had a chance to get to know the lovely and talented voice over artist Natalie Hoover. In Ep7 of OC, the two discuss… Read More

Episode 6 – Clark Kenting featuring Sara Pintilie

If you follow Terri on social media or have listened to previous episodes, O.C. Ep6’s guest should sound pretty familiar. She’s a journalist, author, podcaster, pop culture aficionado and more! November’s guest is the phenomenal Sara Pintilie! Terri… Read More

Episode 5 – A Sorting Algorithm of Mortality featuring Donald A. Shults

Obscure Chatter: Part 5 – Breaking Yawn marks end of Steve Yurko‘s reign as Most [CENSORED]! This is also the first time that a movie on the guest’s Top 5 was one of Terri’s! Board with Life‘s Donald… Read More

Episode 4 – The Lampshaded Damsel in Distress featuring Dani Chambers

O.C.’s fourth episode has Terri settling in! Big thanks to Okratron 5000 in North Dallas for hosting us! It’s our first animated feature film—not that you’ll ever know which one. Well, who knows? You could be a REALLY… Read More

Episode 3 – An Appropriated Title featuring STEEEEEEVE Yurko

O.C.’s third episode takes Terri to the West Coast! Big thanks to Okratron 5000 West in Burbank for hosting us! When Ep 3’s guest sent Terri his Top 5, she replied, “That’s a Yurko list.” Terri’s joined by… Read More

Episode 2 – The One-Hoff Character featuring Stephen Hoff

The second episode of Obscure Chatter is here and Terri has her first guest! Fellow That Anime Show alum Stephen Hoff joins her! This O.C. movie installment is #1 on Hoff’s Top 5 list. Stephen catches listeners up… Read More

Episode 1 – That [CENSORED] Show

That Anime Show creator Terri Doty is back with Obscure Chatter! Obscure Chatter is a show made with the movie-lover within all of us in mind! Terri’s minimizing the inevitable groans associated with personal film bias. In the… Read More