From Ariana Grande to Julie Andrews: How singers protect their vocal cords from voice disorders

While promoting her role in the upcoming film adaptation of the Broadway hit Wicked, singer Ariana Grande made a podcast appearance that left many of her fans befuddled and concerned. In the middle of the interview, the sound of her voice drastically changed, going from lower-pitched and slightly raspy to one that was much higher pitched, with a smooth, light texture to it. Speculation ensued. “THAT WAS SO SUDDEN HELP,” one netizen exclaimed. “It’s her alter ego Kitten...