Join us on Episode 12 of "Recruit a Friend," where host Sean delves into the captivating world of Eiya, a renowned figure in the Warcraft community and an aspiring voice actress. This episode explores Eiya's journey from her initial introduction to Warcraft during the Burning Crusade expansion to becoming a celebrated on-screen personality and voice actor. Discover her evolution in the esports arena, from admin roles to hosting prominent AWC and MDI events.

Eiya shares her multifaceted career pursuits, including her passion for acting, voice acting aspirations, and her experiences auditioning for commercials. She discusses the joy and challenges of dressing up for roles and her ultimate dream of voicing a character in World of Warcraft.

This episode also delves deep into Eiya’s personal experiences, from her love for downhill skiing to advocating for inclusivity through the Women in Warcraft program. Listen as she opens up about overcoming adversities such as dealing with a stalker and the mental challenges of transitioning careers. Eiya also shares her favorite and least favorite words, sounds, dungeons, raids, and curse words, giving listeners an intimate glimpse into her life and personality.

Tune in to hear how Eiya navigates the complexities of content creation, casting, and planning for a hopeful future in both professional gaming and voice acting. Whether you're a fan of Warcraft, esports, or compelling stories of personal growth and resilience, this episode is packed with insights and inspirations.

Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction and Aya's Warcraft Journey
06:00 - Transition from Admin to On-Screen Personality
26:01 - Aya's Voice Acting Journey
33:39 - Auditioning for Commercials and Dreaming of Voicing Characters in World of Warcraft
42:24 - Starting a Gaming Coffee Company and Looking Towards the Future
53:31 - Dealing with a Stalker and Overcoming Challenges

Connect with Eiya:
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eiya
Twitter: https://twitter.com/eiyawow

Find Sean:
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/raf_sean
Twitter: https://twitter.com/cartridgebros

Sponsor Links:
RiversideFM: https://bit.ly/raf_riverside
Ever Ember Creative: https://everembercreative.com/

Host
Twitter: RAF_Podcast
Twitch: Recruit a Friend

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