Dana Snyder
The gravelly voice behind Master Shake and a host of Adult Swim characters.
Dana Snyder is an American actor and comedian known for his distinctive gravelly voice and comedic timing. He is best recognized for his voice role of Master Shake in *Aqua Teen Hunger Force*, as well as Granny Cuyler in *Squidbillies*, Baby Ball on *Ballmastrz: 9009*, and other roles in various Adult Swim television shows. His other voice work includes Gazpacho in Cartoon Network's *Chowder*, Dr. Colosso in Nickelodeon's *The Thundermans*, and Scratch in Disney Channel's *The Ghost and Molly McGee*. Snyder's live-action work includes appearances in *Saul of the Mole Men* and *Your Pretty Face Is Going to Hell*.
- Role
- Voice Actor
- Primary Character
- Master Shake
- Affiliation
- Adult Swim
- First Appearance
- Aqua Teen Hunger Force
- Status
- Active Cast Member
- Collaborator
- Dave Willis
Verified Timeline
Lore & Background
Snyder was born in Allentown, Pennsylvania, and grew up in Las Vegas, Nevada. He credits Don Rickles, Rip Taylor, and Phil Silvers as childhood influences in his decision to pursue acting. Snyder graduated from Las Vegas High School in 1992 and from Webster University in St. Louis in 1996 with a BFA from Webster's Conservatory of Theatre Arts. He was hired to voice Master Shake on *Aqua Teen Hunger Force* after auditioning over the phone in a call with Dave Willis, the show's co-creator. Snyder has also performed on stage, appearing as Max Bialystock in the Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre's production of *The Producers* in Arrow Rock, Missouri in June 2010, and reprising the role at the Riverside Theatre in Vero Beach, Florida in February and March 2011.
In Their Own Story
In February 2025, Snyder began co-hosting the podcast *None of This Matters* with rapper and voice actor MC Chris. The weekly comedy podcast features the former *Aqua Teen Hunger Force* castmates engaging in informal conversations over breakfast about pop culture and their creative careers. Snyder has also co-hosted the *Ken P.D. Snydecast* with Kenneth Plume from January 11, 2006 to September 18, 2017, and since 2018 has hosted *Dino and Dana's Safe Space Starring Spencer and Tish* with Dino Stamatopoulos, Spencer Crittenden, and Tish Burns. As of January 2021, that podcast exclusively streams on Patreon and no longer stars Spencer or Tish.
Reader's Guide
Snyder's voice acting career spans numerous animated series. He voiced Todd and Benny Lee on the G4TV show *Code Monkeys*, Leonard the Koala in *The Penguins of Madagascar*, and played a teacher named Mr. Baldwin on the Disney series *Fish Hooks*. He played Alistair in *Open Season 3* and provided voices for the web series *Suicide by Side* and narrated the Adult Swim web series *Sipes Stories*. Snyder appeared on *Adventure Time* as the Ancient Sleeping Magi of Life Giving from the episode 'Little Dude' in the fifth season. He voiced McSweats in the Disney XD animated series *Pickle and Peanut* and played Graballa the Hutt on the Disney XD animated series *Lego Star Wars: The Freemaker Adventures*. In 2021, Snyder appeared as Patrick Star's grandfather on *The Patrick Star Show* and as Scratch the ghost on *The Ghost and Molly McGee*.
Did You Know?
- Snyder auditioned for the role of Master Shake over the phone in a call with Dave Willis, the show's co-creator.
- He graduated from Webster University in St. Louis in 1996 with a BFA from Webster's Conservatory of Theatre Arts.
- Snyder played Max Bialystock in a 2010 production of *The Producers* at the Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre in Arrow Rock, Missouri.
- He co-hosted the podcast *Ken P.D. Snydecast* with Kenneth Plume from January 11, 2006 to September 18, 2017.
- In February 2025, Snyder began co-hosting the podcast *None of This Matters* with MC Chris.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Dana Snyder?
Dana Snyder is an American voice actor and comedian famous for his distinctive gravelly voice and work on Adult Swim shows. He is best known to fans as the voice of Master Shake in *Aqua Teen Hunger Force* and has voiced numerous other characters across various animated series.
What role does Dana Snyder play in Smiling Friends?
In *Smiling Friends*, Dana Snyder provides the voice for Larry, a recurring character who often appears alongside the main cast. His performance adds to the show's unique comedic tone with his signature vocal style and timing.
How is Dana Snyder connected to other Adult Swim shows?
Snyder has a long history with Adult Swim, having voiced iconic characters like Master Shake in *Aqua Teen Hunger Force* and Granny Cuyler in *Squidbillies*. This deep collaboration with the network makes his involvement in *Smiling Friends* a familiar treat for longtime viewers.
Why is Dana Snyder important to the show's humor?
His distinctive voice and comedic timing bring a specific energy to characters like Larry, enhancing the surreal and absurd nature of *Smiling Friends*. Fans appreciate how his established style blends seamlessly with the show's unique brand of comedy.
Does Dana Snyder have other notable voice roles outside of Adult Swim?
Yes, beyond Adult Swim, he has voiced characters such as Gazpacho in *Chowder*, Dr. Colosso in *The Thundermans*, and Scratch in *The Ghost and Molly McGee*. His versatility allows him to adapt his gravelly tone to a wide range of animated personalities.
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