Tim Ratliff . Runza Casserole

Welcome to The Voice Kitchen: where recipes and voice talent blend! — I'm your host, Cheryl Holling.

From savory soups to sweet desserts, this podcast has something for everyone. Whether you're a seasoned chef or just starting out in the kitchen, 'The Voice Kitchen' is a place for voice actors and foodies to gather 'round a virtual table to talk about creativity, food, and the stories that flavor both all while sharing their most special recipes!

Today we're cooking up a delicious conversation filled with storytelling, creativity, and comfort food, as my guest, Tim Ratliff, is a passionate audiobook narrator whose storytelling roots stretch back to his college days in Omaha, NB.

Before finding his true calling behind the mic, Tim spent more than 10 years working in nearly every aspect of the construction industry. But once he stepped into improv and voiceover classes, everything changed, he discovered audiobooks, and the magic of bringing stories to life became his purpose.

As a narrator, Tim says 'there's nothing like the feeling of lifting ideas, places, characters, and human emotions off of the page for the listeners to experience.

It's literally magic, and we could all use more of that authenticity, wonder, and human connection these days." And I couldn't agree more!

Tim makes those connections in narrating Sci‑Fi, Thriller, and Mystery, Fantasy, and Business, Self‑Development, Science & Tech, Biographies & Memoirs in the non-fiction categories.

With his smooth, gravelly baritone and dynamic vocal range, Tim transports listeners into epic worlds full of high stakes, heart, humor, and wonder. When Tim isn't in the studio narrating adventures, you'll likely find him and his wife at the dog park or beach with their fur-babies, Reggie and Oscar.

Tim is joining me to talk about his voiceover journey and one of his most beloved recipes that is deeply connected to his Nebraska roots — the historic Runza, a cabbage-and-beef–filled pastry passed down through generations from its German-Russian origins. It's a recipe that reminds him of home, family, and warmth.

Tim's Homemade Runza casserole  Preheat oven to 375 degrees.   Recipe:   3 lbs hamburger 1 head of cabbage 1 large onion 2 jalapenos (optional) 1 tube Pillsbury crescent rolls Spices and seasoning as desired   Use a food processor for cabbage and onion. Process it to about a mince or so. Place in a pan with oil and cook can age,onion, jalapeno mix until soft. Brown the hamburger and drain. Th