About Don Kleppin
Don Kleppin was born in La Crosse, Wisconsin, and raised outside Chicago in Morton Grove, Illinois. He is currently a voice actor, broadcaster, podcaster, writer, and comedian with a deep passion for storytelling and performance. Over the past decade, Don has built an extensive career in Chicago radio, working alongside renowned hosts such as Steve Dahl, Roe Conn, Bob Sirott, Dick Biondi, Lisa Dent, and many others.
Throughout his career, Don has not only lent his voice to various projects but has also served as an executive producer for prominent radio shows, including those for the Chicago White Sox and Chicago Bulls. His voice acting journey began at Columbia College Chicago, where he developed a love for bringing characters to life. As a proud member of SAG-AFTRA since 2015, he has professionally voiced characters in commercials, video games, animations, audiobooks, and more, showcasing his versatility and range.
Don can be heard regularly on WGN Radio 720 AM, where he continues to engage listeners with his warm, intelligent sound. He is also the creator and host of the Cannabis Man Podcast, a show that explores the evolving world of legal cannabis, industry news, product reviews, and expert interviews. Complementing the podcast is his newsletter, The Weekly Chronic, where Don shares deeper insights, news, and behind-the-scenes content with his audience.
Whether through radio, podcasts, or voice acting, Don Kleppin remains dedicated to his craft, always finding new ways to connect with and entertain his audience.
Voiceover Resume
REPRESENTATION
NV Talent (Chicago)
BAC Talent (NY, LA)
Impressive Talent (DC)
Ann Wright Reps (New York City)
SKILLS
Accents and Dialects
News delivery
Dubbing/ADR
Medical copy
Improvisation
Enunciation
Singing
LANGUAGES
English
SAG-AFTRA Member
EXPERIENCE: Commercials, industrials, narrations, video games, animations, audiobooks, political, etc. Knack for reading pharmaceutical or medical copy.
8 Assassins - Moroccan Heist Movie - Dubbed English VO for film’s main antagonist. View on Amazon Prime Video (2017)
Beyond Skyrim: Atmora - Voiced Main Character in mod expansion of popular game. Featured Norse accent, learned for role. Also NPC support voices. (2019)
WLS RADIO 890, Chicago — Played various characters on station promotions, commercials, imaging, etc. February 2011 - December 2017
PROJECTS
Columbia College Audio Dramas - Voiced main roles in pre-recorded and live audio dramas while in Columbia College Radio Department
Communion - Writer and Producer of short film, submitted to festival. See on IMDB (2009)
EDUCATION
Columbia College, Chicago — Bachelor of Arts
Studied Broadcast, Voice-over, creative writing, journalism, ethics