I'm MasakoX from TeamFourStar, feel free to ask me anything!

Senzu bean!

Thanks, buddy!

Did you expect the popularity of your show to explode as much as it did?

Honestly? Not at all. We do this for fun and always will. We love touching peoples' lives in a way that makes them happy. We love you guys and it's down to you that we've got this far. hugs

What would you do for a real life Muffin Button?

Say pretty please in a cute manner.

Would you... give up a Klondike bar?

Keep talking...

What would you dooooOOOOoooo, for a muffin button?

Be very happy! 8D

Hey MasakoX! Do you plan on voicing Goten when the series progresses far enough?

Also, what was your favorite line to do as Goku? Favorite line as Gohan?

We've not got that far ahead yet in casting people, so who knows?

In recent episodes? Episode 34 when Goku goes "YAY!" in a whispery fashion. It was funny and adhoc. Still though, any moment I get to do foley for Goku is special.

So you guys have made it pretty hilariously obvious that Goku is a pretty bad father in the series. Was that something you had always noticed, or did you figure that out while making the series? Because I didn't realize it 'till DBZ Abridged.

Well if you think about it, Goku's not really around. For nearly half of Gohan's life up to the end of Buu, he's dead. The most time he spent with Gohan was up to the age of 4 and most kids don't remember things from before the age of 3 so go figure. ^;

3 questions:

1. Who's your favorite member of TFS?

2. Is Naruto Abridged officially dead?

3. How exactly does the muffin button work?

1. I love 'em all, silly! <3
2. Maybe, maybe not...;D
3. The power of dreams.

What is it like being Goku? and if you could voice anyone from anything video game anime etc who would it be

I LOVE voicing Goku. I feel such a connection with him and adore every moment I get to record for him. I only hope I do him justice.

I'd love to voice Raiden from Metal Gear Rising, he's so cool in that game. That or Dante from the original Devil May Cry.

Nice thanks for answering

No problem!

Why did you guys decide to make Goku's personality the way it is?

It's just an exaggeration of what Goku is already - naive and a little selfish.

And a little retarded

He is not overly furnished in the brain department I'll give you that.

MasakoX, Did you ever get to ride on Yoshi?

Still waiting on it.

how did you kill that hooker in Moment w/ TFS 7?

cries

What happened to TFS' Dragon Ball Kai Abridged?

It's still there, the guys are just prioritising the main episodes. :)

Any characters coming up in future episodes you'd like to voice?

I'd love to have a crack at Babidi or even voicing Grand Kai. Rocking old dude. :)

How is the Muffin Button relevant to my life? Would you make a commercial for the Muffin Button?

"I'm MasakoX and I've got my finger on the button."

Not to kill the Dragonball Z vibe that's going on here, but is there a chance at another Helsing Abridged this fall?

I love that series, and have seen the three episodes WAY to many times...

I think it's in Taka and Kaiser's mind to make Hellsing a bi-annual release but at the very least there'll be another one ready for around Youmacon. :D

How was it working with Screwattack on the episode of Death Battle?

It was a delight and an honour. Getting to voice Goku in all his forms was special and for my voice to be used in helping answer a huge internet question such as Goku vs Superman was a monumental point in my vocal career.

How did you get into voice acting?

Kira Buckland and a very ancient email asking for advice back off in 2005. Man that's a while back!

Will you be doing a History of Trunks abridged like you did with Bardock??? PLEASE SAY YES.

I can't say for the others but the way it's gone with the other specials it seems likely.

My god. You and Lanipator have some of the most perfectly impersonated dubbing for Goku and Vegeta. So What's it like behind the scenes? Do you ever break character and just laugh at some of the things you say when recording? Thanks again for the AMA. TFS:DBZ is still probably my favorite abridging.

Thank you. I'm glad you like what Lani and I do. It's pretty much like normal people. We're dudes who are great friends and love getting to hang out with one another. I do giggle sometimes at Goku's lines. :)

Goku vs. Superman! Did you agree with the result? Was the reasoning fair? How was your experience working with the ScrewAttack guys? Has your DBZA work got you any other upcoming collab work?

I thought it was a fair conclusion and one made with thorough research and time dedicated to it. I won't spoil it for those who haven't seen it yet though. :)

im here too early. Whats your favorite episode of all the abridge series you have done? DBZA, NA, etc. Take your time.

Probably Episode 30 of DBZA. Getting to go Super Saiyan for the first time was amazing. Been waiting for so long to do that.

Do you write for Goku? How exactly would you say that Abridged Goku is written and acted?

I don't write for Goku per se. That's down to the guys proper. I sometimes throw in a line or two and I think they garner inspiration from my mannerisms. :3

what inspires you people to write Goku?, it's so random and hilarious at the same time, the muffins, the cyborg thinking, also gotta love his bad parenting all the time

Well, I can't speak for the others, but Goku is an easy character to write for. He's goofy, kind, naive and obsessed with food - things we take and amplify. :)

Tell us a crazy story from a convention appearance? Any offers of professional voice acting gigs through DBZA?

I'd rather not single one particular event here. As for pro gigs, nothing as of yet but again we do this for fun and if things come our way then that's a bonus but we don't assume it.

Masako, what's been your favorite episode of DBZA and do you have a favorite line that you've performed?

I have different ones from the seasons. From Season 1, it's episode 10. Season 2, Episode 30 and from this current season, Episode 34.

I loved doing the muted "YAY!" in Episode 34. :)

Thanks for doing this AMA, MasakoX. I just wanted to say you guys have made me care about DBZ again.

No problem. I'm glad that we could help rekindle your love for it. :)

Just for fun, I'd love to see TFS do a version of the old Chinese Dragon Ball movie. It can't be any worse than DB:E

Haha. I think we'll stick to the anime for now. :)

Hey Masako, how does it feel knowing that some people more associate your voice with Goku than the various others (like Schemmel)? I have a few friends who watch the Abridged series but never actually watched the original DBZ.

It's heartwarming that people like my Goku voice but I'm still a believer that Schemmel is the legit English voice or at least the most recognised. I have huge respect for his talents. His screams, man - they're epic!

Yeah totally. When I think of Goku, I think of Schemmel's voice. He's one of the few guys who could scream for five minutes and be epic as hell doing it. Speaking of screams, has the thought ever crossed your mind that (if you guys get to this point), you'll have to do the SSJ3 transformation scene?

Oh yeah, his experience of playing the french horn served him well. Breathing techniques. Oh yeah! I'm so stoked for that one. I'm preparing for it. :)

Do you have any plans to do voice acting as a professional career in the future?

What was your favorite episode to record?

Any favorite lines/moments in the series?

I'd love to do voice acting as a profession, but for now I'm happy with doing it for fun. :)

Episode 30 - it was a special moment to voice Super Saiyan Goku.

Probably the "Muffin Button" lines.

Hi thanks for doing this and for all the laughs.

What kind of muffin is your favourite kind?

You're welcome, it's a pleasure. :)

White chocolate and raspberry.

no bacon?

Bacon and maple syrup is a close second.

Howdy! Big fan

I was wondering how much interaction you have with the actual guys from DBZ, like Chris Sabat and the rest?

Also: One of the things I would love to see is an option in a future DBZ game to use TFS voices. Would you be up to seeing that happen?

Hey!

Well, I've met Chris Sabat at a London convention and a couple of the other voice actors - they're cool blokes. :)

Haha, as much as that would be awesome, I don't think it'll happen. XD;

When you were going for the Super Saiyan scream for Goku, what was your process and how did you settle on the one we all know from that particular episode? Also, are you looking forward to doing Gohan as SS2 if TFS eventually gets to it?

It took me 25 takes to get that scream down. I wanted to make sure it was good and did the moment justice. I just stepped back a little from the mic and let it go. Ooooh the SSJ2 Gohan scream - that's gonna be something I can tell ya!

What's your current facial hair status, I recall a moustache last I checked?

Indeed it's the same as usual. Moustache and soul patch. Or a jazz patch as I like to call it. BD

Ohai Masako, big fan of the TFS abridged series's!

Do ya think you'll be visiting Akumakon next year? I saw your smooth jazz panels the last couple years and they were fantastic!

Good luck with any further projects!! :D

I'd love to come back to Akumakon again if they'd have me. Receiving the Irish flag as a gift was so moving. I still have it...just need to find a place to put it. :P

Will there ever be a full version for 'Dodge Bitch'?

I think the moment has passed I'm afraid.

R u the tallest person on team four star? How tall r u?

I am the tallest, yeah. 6"3.

No question here; just wanted to say many thanks to you and your cohorts for all you guys do and all the laughs and good times you provide to us. I don't typically like to speak for others, but I think I can say with some confidence that we all really appreciate it. You're awesome!

You're very welcome, dude. :)

Muffin Button?

Yes please!

Whats your favorite abridged series?

I like loads of abridged series, but a standout one for me is KaiserNeko's original Lupin III Abridged. I loved it for its witty dialogue and coherent narrative despite being made into an abridged version. It's partly why I respect the guy so much. Editing hombres. :)

Are there any plans to bring out a Dragon Ball Abridged?

Maybe, in the far off years after Z...if we ever get there.

Just going to say that I found DBZA while I was through a, well, complicated part of my life, and the laughts I had were very helpful. Keep the good work, and I'm looking forwards to how Goku and Gohan being locked together for a year pans out, as well as SSJ2 (but first Androids and Cell, of course!)

I'm glad that we could play some small part in your life and that you came out of it on top. I hope that you're doing well for yourself and that you go from strength to strength.

Oh I'm looking forward to SSJ2...too. Yeah!

Muffin button?

Where? :O

What was your initial reaction when LittleKuriboh made the first episode of Naruto the abridged comedy fandub spoof series show?

I found it funny. :)

I'm such a huge fan of the series and you guys do such an amazing job with it. It really brightens my day when I get home from Uni an see a new TFS/DBZA video. I usually have a massive smile on my face for the whole episode. I love quoting all the hilarious stuff you guys come up.

(You will most likely hate for me asking this but...)

What ever happened to Abrigdimon?

Stay awesome!

Thank you! I really appreciate it. :)

Ahhahaha, that's a new one! XD But yeah, we keep meaning to do a new one but most of us end up drunk at our annual gathering at Alcon and so it falls out of the window.

Why was the decision made to end Naruto Abridged? Was it for the aforementioned reason of Vegeta needing to attend to his personal life or something more?

My cousin and I shared many laughs over that show and as we get older and times get tough, thank you for giving us fond memories to look back and smile upon!

It was pretty much down to lack of communication and it drifted apart.

You're welcome, man. It was a pleasure to give you such memories. :)

Have you guys ever been contacted by Toei, Fujitv, or Funimation?

I can't really comment on that.

What was your favorite episode to do?

Episode 30 was cool to do. :)

Masako u r so funny, anyways my question is What really happened with team four star and vegeta3986?

Simply put, they both drifted apart. Vegeta had real life and needed to devote his time to his personal goals. Understandable, but a shame to see him go.

Hey masako! Love everything about your work. How did you first become a part of TFS?

Thank you! I was asked by KaiserNeko to reprise my Goku and Gohan from the two DBZ movies I did with Lanipator and I jumped on the chance. That and I got to work with talented chaps. :)

How did you get in with Lani?

Via his Yu-Yu Hakusho Abridged series. God that was an age ago!

Does being Goku help you with getting chicks?

Nope, just being me and I can honestly say i'm very happily taken. :)

Did Chi-Chi tell you to say that?

No, it comes from the heart. :)

If you could have one wish grated by Shenron what would it be?

More parmesan on my wishes please. :P

But seriously, I'd wish for financial security to all of my friends and loved ones. Never having to worry about money again.

How will you be doing Gohan's voice when he's a teenager? The same as Goku's?

We haven't got to that point yet. I'd imagine that for now Gohan's voice will remain the same.

Is there anything you miss at all about Naruto Abridged? I understand from the questions that Vegeta3986 had things he had on his mind that brought him away from the project, so I get if it's a touchy subject.

I do miss the simplicity of those days. The newness of doing abridged series.

What would you say is your favourite line from any episode of dbza, and also, what is your favourite episode?

I've answered this a coupla times already but I also liked recording the exchange in Episode 34 between Goku and Piccolo. I recorded it with Kaiser in real time so the back-and-forth pattern was genuine and felt good to record for.

Masako have you ever been tempted to go back to making Naruto abridge and how is your relationship with Vegeta3986?

I have been tempted to go back to Naruto Abridged but I don't think Vegeta is.

I've seen you at Alcon every year for the past 2 years (I am part of the crew) and have seen you surrounded most of the time you are there. Does it feel as awkward as it looks to have so many people round you at the time? and Are you attending Alcon again this year at all?

It's nice to meet people so I don't feel awkward at all. :) Indeed I am attending Alcon.

How much do you know in advance what's gonna happen in scripts as to my knowledge you aren't part of the scripting sessions?

I usually get snippets from the script but I tend to see the finished article when they're done. Then it's up to me when I record - usually it's the next day.

Thank you for the answer, I imagine even snippets are fun to read.

They are and fascinating. :)

How long does it usually take to make an episode?

Usually it takes a few weeks. Depends on schedules in terms of work and whatnot.

Have you ever watched Mystery Science Theater 3000?

It was on the air for 10 years and it made fun of bad movies.

I am aware of it and want to see some of it but I didn't see it when it was new as it wasn't on in the UK...or at least I didn't know if it was.

If you could see any anime become a perfect live action movie, which would you choose and why?

You know what? I'm not exactly sure off the top of my head. The big series have already done it...or adult entertainment companies of Japan have made clones of them. >.>

As an additional question to the Naruto Abridged / Vegeta questions, are the two of you (you and Vegeta) still friends / in contact?

Honestly, I've not heard from the guy in 2 years. I hope he's OK.

So I know you have cell Already cast for takahata101 but after hearing ant fishes Tim curry how tempted were to go that route. Ever meet Sean schemel?

I think takahata would not give up playing Cell. He's been waiting for this for years.

I nearly met Sean at a London convention a couple years back but I was too ill to go so missed out. I still wanna meet him one of these days.

No question. I just want to say you guys are fucking AWESOME. I enjoy every episode and movie special you do. I love you...

Thank you very much. :)

So are you guys thinking about moving onto GT or even the original DB after finishing Z?

Probably going back to the original Dragonball.

I've always felt your Goku has a tendency sound more like Ocean Dub Goku rather than Sean Schemmel?

Would you agree with that? If so was it a conscious descision?

Indeed I do. My inspiration for Goku is mostly based on Peter Kelamis's rendition. There's a little bit of all the English Goku and Nozawa-san's from the Japanese version.

Have you ever watched any of the various Mecha-robot series (Gundam, Gurren Lagann, Evangelion etc.) and have you ever considered trying an episode? Have you ever guest-starred in someone else's?

I've watched some...in fact, my favourite anime is a mecha series [albeit a spoof of one of sorts] called Martian Successor Nadesico.

regarding DBZA--I was wondering what exactly is the process for making each episode? Do you guys, like, watch both versions over and over, writing jokes, and then do a crap load of video editing on top of it?

It usually starts with the guys watching the episodes to refresh, throwing ideas around, seeing what works and what doesn't and then completing the script. Kaiser gathers the actors to record with them and then receives their lines. Then he is a trooper and begins editing!

How has your life improved from before you began with your more notable voice acting? I'm curious if the career is somewhat like comedy where professionals often have little success and rather quickly strike it big.

Awww, I'm just a guy who does voice online. I wouldn't say I'm big or anything. ^;

But I'd say my life has improved because I've gotten to meet so many interesting people who I call my friends and people that I hold dear. It's something that I really care about.

How did you enjoy working with the guys from Death Battle?

I enjoyed it a lot. The guys over at Screwattack are ace!

What is your mindset when you do the voices in your Abridged series? And, how do you guys team up and write jokes? Do you just sit down and ask "What's funny?" Or is it more improv-based?

Huge fan of your work, have been following you guys for about a year and a half now, you haven't dissapointed! :D

Takahata101, Lanipator and KaiserNeko are the primary writers for the series. They usually get together for a couple of nights and thrash out a script.

Thank you very much! :D

What kind of music do you listen to? Also, what's it like traveling for conventions?

Anything with a good rhythm and melody really. It's an adventure when I travel to conventions. It's always different and I always look forward to seeing my friends but I miss when I'm away from my girlfriend and family.

I keep rewatching DBZA a disturbing amount of times, your voice acting is simply amazing, I don't really have a question but I love you guys and love your work, thanks for doing what you do.

Thank you, buddy. :)

This question involved a little stalking. Twitter account says England and i swear i saw your name on the net before 2008.

Did you ever hang out on the MCM expo forums? Because i swear i saw your name there back in the days. If so, Hey.

I've been abridging since 2006 so I had been on the internet radar so to speak before 2008. I did attend the MCM forums back in the day but I've fallen out of touch with it for a good long while though.

Muffin button?

Yes please! :D

Yo Mr. MasakoX! Thanks for your work on the show, whenever I imagine the voice of the English-speaking Goku, yours comes to mind first.

Obviously your interpretation of Goku is inspired by Masako Nozawa, who pretty much is Son Goku to much of those who watched the original Japanese version of the anime. My question is have you ever met any of official voice actors for the show, from FUNimation, Toei or otherwise? More importantly, have you ever another Goku voice actor, perhaps Mr. Sean Schemmel? How did that go? Where any Kamehamehas fired?

Thank you for answering so many of our questions, hope you know your fans support you!

You're welcome - I'm glad that we can make you guys happy! Aww, thank you. That's kind of you to say. :)

I haven't met any of them, no. I came close to meeting Sean but I was ill on a weekend he was at a British con and I couldn't make it. :(

I met you at SunnyCon earlier this year, do you plan to go to SunnyCon again in the future?

If Tucky and co want me back, then I'll gladly come back. :)

What gave you the idea for MasakoX as a username?

I got the name from the Japanese voice of Goku, Masako Nozawa. I found her performance of Goku totally different from what I heard before and so it stuck. It's been username online pretty much since 2004.

The X was added because Masako was taken on AIM. Plus X is awesome. :D

Whenever I see stuff from cons you always look like you have an expression of both awe and pure humour at being stopped for videos. Do you enjoy having people coming up and asking you to voice this, or sign that, or do this with that one person?

Also, have you even been stopped, anywhere for being in Teamfourstar?

You think so? Well you are right there - I do enjoy when people come up to me and ask me to do things for them. Doing it not only is fun for me but if it makes them happy or their friends happy then it's all worth it. :)

Hey do you guys plan on ever doing parodies of other series after Dragon ball z? Also, when does Takahata ever plan on finishing Hellsing? Any way keep being awesome guys!

I don't know in terms of parodies, but the guys have ideas of their own for original content. Taka is working on more Hellsing as he enjoys it.

The log vs clucky?

Log, man! Log be representing!

If someone from horriblesubs was reading this, what would you like to say to them?

horriblesubs What's that?

Hey MasakoX! Love your work. Nothing makes me happier than a bunch of talent getting together and creating something great.

I am sure you've gotten this a billion times by now but...what would it take to become involved with either you folks or get noticed by any other reputable group? I've been working on my voice acting on and off for the past 3 or so years now and have gotten professional lessons. I've followed a few of your videos on becoming a better voice actor as well.

Any suggestions?

Thank you very much! :)

Well, it sounds like you're doing the right things so just keep doing what you do. Take classes, audition for projects and get yourself known. We don't audition people, we scout for people so you never know.

being a creator of a brand myself, how did you get TFS off the ground? I'm proud to say our own series will be launching around labor day. Go visionaries!

Well, I would imagine that it was down to hard work and not letting ourselves get big-headed.

Do you guys ever get tempted to hold back a new video to punish people who keep begging for new videos?

Not at all. Baiting people isn't my style.

I love how you voice Goku and Gohan! <3 Can you visit comic con in New York? What's a typical day like working on abridging an episode?

Thank you! I would come to New York if I could afford it. ;o; Well, these days our time is precious so gone are the days of 14-hour editathons and now I like to extend it to a couple of hours a day over a few days so I don't burn myself out.

What made you laugh the hardest doing the show?

Probably the "YAY" in Episode 34 - still makes me giggle.

Honestly I just wanna say thanks for the laughs! Whenever a new episode comes out me and my friends make an event out of it. Also you should credit Nappa a prouducer!

Thank you, dude. :)

are you going to do another abridge verion of the abridged?

in other words, episode 2 of the kai abridged

We'll get to it, but first we want to get the main episodes out. :)

Is there any upcoming Dragon Ball moments that your looking foward to doing

There's the first encounter with Cell that Goku has and of course the moment when Gohan turns Super Saiyan 2.

Have you or any of the TFSers thought of the concept of dubbing an entire episode's cast by yourself, and who would be best at it?

There are SO many characters in Z that one person couldn't do it alone...well, at least not very well. XD;

Love your series! Are you going to do Pre-DBZ stuff? Like from the very start of dragon ball?

Kaiser has mooted about doing the original Dragonball if we ever get to the end of Z...but that's YEARS away!

What made you want to start abridging and why did you choose the series' that you did?

Vegeta and I wondered if what LittleKuriboh had done with Yu-Gi-Oh could work with Naruto and so gave it a shot. It worked pretty well I think.

Oh god, oh god, I've never been early enough to one of these to actually have a chance at having my question answered. Oh god, oh shit, uh..

What should I ask you?

Whatever you want. :)

What project are you the most proud of so far, out of everything you've worked on? Alternatively, what project would you want to rework if you had the chance to change it before it was released? (Quite a fan of what you've done, so I'm really interested in hearing your view on these two extremes!)

I'm proud of Dragonball Z Abridged and to be part of it of course but I am most pleased with my webcomic, Project Jikoku. To get it off the ground and see it develop its own following is really satisfying. :)

Hi MasakoX, I'm a big TFS fan, I'm sure you've had this question asked to you before, which of the characters that you don't voice in the DBZ abridged eps would you have liked to have tried to voice?? (maybe just for a laugh)

Keep up the good work!

I'd have liked to give Jeice a go, that would've been fun. But Ganxingba had more experience with the Australian accent so it was only fair that he got the part and he did a good job of it!

How much time willl you guys continue making these episodes? Have you made any profit from these episodes in all these years?

For as long as you guys want them. From the episodes, no we haven't and do not intend to do so.

As an amateur voice actor what would be the best way to audition for something like TFS?

We don't do auditions, I'm afraid. We look for people who we know or have seen and that we know can deliver consistently and reliably. It's all well and good being talented but if you can't get lines in on time and don't conduct yourself respectfully then you won't last long.

Would you still do abridging if abridgers were no longer accepted / barred at cons for whatever reason? As in weren't allowed as guests and have panels.

It's not about the cons for us. They're nice but we do this for fun first and foremost. We'd still be friends and that's what counts.

What would Goku do if the muffin button stopped working?

You don't want to know.

What's your favorite quote from Goku in TFS?

"Muffin Button."

What don't you like about DBZ or DB GT? At all?

Z had massive filler, no doubt about it. GT was a mess and no Toriyama behind it. I thought GT was OK though, it had good music.

Is DBZA scripted or just all of you throwing jokes around until it becomes a coherent product?

And for recordings, do you have to redo the 'shot' several times or do you just go with what comes first and let the animator (neko?) work around how you say it?

It is indeed scripted. :)

I record over Skype with KaiserNeko. That way he can get what he wants for each 'shot' first time and rarely needs a redo.

Here's my question, whats the best advice you could give someone who wants to try to make their own abridged series

Do it. If you enjoy the idea of making your own series with your own friends and have the right motivation to do so, then give it a try. Don't assume you'll be popular - you'll burn out super fast.

What was the most difficult scene to get right as Goku's voice actor?

How many times did you have to practice to get Goku's badass boast against Frieza (bacon in the fridge, hope of theomniverse, etc.) right?

Probably in episode 23 when Goku and Ginyu switched bodies. Trying to take Goku's voice and making it British and refined was tricky. It doesn't work right in my opinion.

Oh that was a one take affair. I knew how to do that. :D

So, where did Goku get the muffin button?

Muffin Button.

Do you have any plans for SSJ Goku to turn back into his "serious self" like when he first transformed?

Well, Goku can now control it more so it's most likely his normal self will shine through. When he first changed, that was pure rage flowing through him mind.

Hey Masako! I'd like you to know you've become the default Goku for me. When I think about him, I hear your voice. Anyways my question is, what has been your favorite scene to do in DBZA to date?

Thank you. That means a lot but I know I could do better. I keep perfecting my Goku to make sure it makes you guys happy.

Favourite scene would be the speech from Episode 30. Our Hope of the Omniverse. :)

Do you ever see people in casual every day life who recognize you and/or your voice?

Being from the UK, it happens much less frequently than in the States. I have had one or two people outside a con recognise me but I don't really go searching for them. If it happens, it happens.

Does doing the voice overs affect your free time greatly or only mildly? Really just wondering how much time you devote each day to the abridged series and everything around them. Also do you write or do most of your own lines or others? Is it a joint effort? Or is one guy legit doing it and is somehow a genius at making us roflmao every episode?

Well first and foremost comes real life so we prioritise our time accordingly. We make sure that voice acting doesn't rule our lives but of course not think less of it. The guys do the core writing for each character and we chip in a line or two. It's a true team effort. :)