Best Animation Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 125: Disney•Pixar's Inside Out 2 1:02:16

2M ago1:02:16

1:02:16

"Maybe that’s what happens when you grow up, you feel less joy." Welcome back to Animation Fascination with your hosts Marc Vibbert and Stanford Clark! In this episode, we dive deep into Pixar's latest masterpiece, INSIDE OUT 2. Join us as we break down the emotional rollercoaster that is Riley’s mind one year after the events of the original film.…

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Episode 124: Star Trek: Lower Decks | Interview with the Supervising Director & Producer BARRY J. KELLY 26:26

2M ago26:26

26:26

"Moopsy!" Join ANIMATION FASCINATION for an exclusive interview with one of the masterminds behind the hit animated series STAR TREK: LOWER DECKS! Our special guest hosts, Kenny Madison and Aspen Webster (from TREK WARS PODCAST) sit down with the show's Supervising Director and Producer Barry J. Kelly to dive deep into the creative process of bring…

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Episode 123: My Adventures with Superman | Season Two Premiere (Review) 43:48

3M ago43:48

43:48

"We have never had enough time. For that, I am sorry. ... My boy. You have turned your power into a shield for the helpless. You have filled your life with love. You are more than I could have ever hoped for. And maybe, one day you'll forgive me for leaving you again." Join us for a thrilling live review of the much-anticipated double-episode premi…

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Episode 122: A Celebration of 'A Goofy Movie' and Voice Acting | Phoenix Fan Fusion 2024 56:30

3M ago56:30

56:30

Max: "I'm NOT your little boy anymore, Dad! I've grown up! I've got my own life now!" Goofy: "I know that! ...I just wanted to be part of it. You're my son, Max. No matter how big you get... you'll always be my son." Join us for a special ANIMATION FASCINATION episode recorded LIVE at Phoenix Fan Fusion 2024, celebrating A GOOFY MOVIE and the art o…

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298 Full Speed Ahead 1:01:25

3M ago1:01:25

1:01:25

We talk some things! Check out Jacob Kafka’s Kickstarter “Beverly Bunny” Indie Animated Feature Length Film #RubberOnionPodcast@RubberOnion everywhere Patreon iTunes

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297 Harold and Kumar Go to Purple Castle 2:24:21

4M ago2:24:21

2:24:21

Another month, another episode! Earthquakes! Technical problems! Things on fire! Train horns! Puppy sounds! All the things that make a great show. And this episode's banner comes courtesy of Rob this time... really had his work cut out for him. Timestamps: 5:15 HOW YOU DOIN' 11:54 X-Men '97 41:33 A Spider Within 1:02:05 TRAILER TALK 1:02:35 Harold …

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296 Wile E Coyote Ugly 2:31:20

5M ago2:31:20

2:31:20

The big story this episode is obviously Coyote vs Acme but rather than just talk about how much of a bummer this all is we try to wrap our heads around the why of it all. We also start a new segment called "A.I. Watch" which I'm sure will be a regular thing as we check in on what's going on with all that. There's also a bunch of what we're calling …

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295 10 Year Anniversary 2:52:25

6M ago2:52:25

2:52:25

Had a great time celebrating and chatting about the last 10 years of us doing this little ol' podcast on a live show with Patrons in chat... sampling many bourbons and rye in our collection. The actual anniversary is Oct 19th and we did in fact record on this day! I put timestamps down for this one since it's a three-hour show to make it easier to …

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294 Morning Zoom 1:17:18

7M ago1:17:18

1:17:18

Second day in a row of new podcast episode! We talk about the overlooked beginning of VFX Unions, Vivienne Medrano's Amazon Prime debut with "Hazbin Hotel," and of course the upcoming Procreate Dreams. #RubberOnionPodcast@RubberOnion everywhere Patreon iTunes

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293 Tiny Mermaid 1:18:16

7M ago1:18:16

1:18:16

Tiny Toons Looniversity and The Little Mermaid 2023. We didn't like either one of them. But it's a fun listen anyway! #RubberOnionPodcast@RubberOnion everywhere Patreon iTunes

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Episode 119: Prime's Invincible | Season Two, Part One 49:52

7M ago49:52

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"I’ve been hit harder before. Like way harder." On this installment of ⁠ANIMATION FASCINATION⁠⁠, Marc is joined by returning guest Justin Gyorfi (of Rant to the Future.) Together they head to the fictional version of Chicago as they check in with Mark Grayson and Omni-Man while discussing... INVINCIBLE: Season Two, Part One. Also discussed: Allen t…

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Episode 118: Studio Ghibli's The Boy and the Heron 56:28

8M ago56:28

56:28

"Mahito, Will You Continue My Work?" This week⁠ on ANIMATION FASCINATION⁠ Stanford and Marc get lost in an abandoned tower and end up in an alternate plain of existence. Join us as we cover Hayao Miyazaki's latest film, THE BOY AND THE HERON! Also discussed: did we go subbed or dubbed⁠⁠⁠, how many Batman is too many, metaphors and dealing with grie…

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Episode 117: Walt Disney Animation's Wish 1:17:10

9M ago1:17:10

1:17:10

"Imagine a place where wishes come true. Where your heart's desire can become a reality. What if I told you that place is within reach? All you have to do is give your wish... to me." Join ANIMATION FASCINATION as we all head over to the Kingdom of Rosas is this latest episode of the podcast. Embarking on the music filled journey with Marc and Stan…

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Episode 116: Netflix's Scott Pilgrim Takes Off 53:35

9M ago53:35

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"Every Pilgrim reaches the end of his journey. Some sooner than others..." Not long ago, not in Toronto, Canada... ANIMATION FASCINATION along with returning guest Trent Vactor (of The Vactor Verse) discussed Scott Pilgrim's precious little life. Join us as we share trivia about Sonic the Hedgehog, run into Evil Exes, and grow as individuals - all …

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Episode 115: AF News Edition - November 2023 | INSIDE OUT 2 Trailer Debut! 1:46:24

9M ago1:46:24

1:46:24

"I'm Anxiety, where can I put my stuff?" Welcome back to another AF News Edition episode! This week of American Thanksgiving Marc and Stanford discuss all the past month's news from the animation industry! From the end of the SAG AFTRA strike to COYOTE VS ACME being shelved, then saved! To a DOUG sequel series in the works for Disney+ and RICK AND …

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Episode 114: AF News Edition - September 2023 | Autumn of Animation 1:59:52

9M ago1:59:52

1:59:52

"Jinkies!" Welcome back to another AF News Edition episode! This week Stanford and Marc discuss the past few weeks in animation industry news. From VFX and Animation unions being created at different studios, to Marvel Studios' animation series getting new release dates, and Marc binging season two and three of HARLEY QUINN. Also discussed: trailer…

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Episode 113: My Adventures with Superman | The Complete First Season (Review) 58:50

11M ago58:50

58:50

"Nice try, sport, but Clark is Superman in almost every reality." It's another all-star team-up crossover event bonus episode as ⁠Frank⁠ & ⁠Tim⁠ (from ⁠Beer with Geeks⁠) and ⁠Trent Vactor⁠ (from ⁠The Vactor-Verse⁠) join Marc once again! They follow up on their ⁠MY ADVENTURES WITH SUPERMAN⁠ series premiere thoughts from EPISODE 109 and discuss what …

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Episode 112: Nickelodeon's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - Mutant Mayhem 58:33

1y ago58:33

58:33

"Peoples, zey got to go." Cowabunga & welcome back to Animation Fascination! In this bonus episode recorded LIVE, Marc is joined by guests from the podcasts: Sandbox Gamers (WonderRob & JeffW,) The Vactor Verse (Trent Vactor,) & Rant to the Future (Justin Gyorfi)! Together they head down into the NYC sewers to discuss permanent teenager Seth Rogen'…

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Episode 111: Caroline Foley | Animator, Producer, Story Artist, Writer 1:08:56

1y ago1:08:56

1:08:56

"We are small but mighty!" In this special interview episode, Marc and Stanford are joined by multi-hyphenate Caroline Foley! Caroline has worked in practically every animation medium from stop motion, to hand-drawn, to computer generated, and more. From her time as a Story Editor for TOCA BOCA, to Development deals with Cartoon Network and Amazon,…

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292 TMNT Mutant Mayhem Review 1:11:53

1y ago1:11:53

1:11:53

The time has come. We review a new TMNT movie! This is a clean review with spoilers saved for the end of the show. Obviously we talk about the story, style, acting and animation... but we also address the comparisons to Spider-Verse and more importantly what this all means for the future of animation as we see it today. Enjoy! #RubberOnionPodcast@R…

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Episode 110: Warner Brother Animation's Justice League: Warworld 51:58

1y ago51:58

51:58

"Something isn't right." Prepare for a journey from the old west, all the way to Shamballah! It's another all-star team-up crossover event bonus episode as Marc is joined by ⁠Frank⁠ & ⁠Tim⁠ (from ⁠Beer with Geeks⁠) and ⁠Trent Vactor⁠ (from ⁠The Vactor-Verse⁠) in a review of the recently released Tomorrowverse film, JUSTICE LEAGUE: WARWORLD! Also di…

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291 Summer Ketchup 1:54:21

1y ago1:54:21

1:54:21

There is so much going on in the industry right now that we couldn't just stick to one topic because everything is pretty tangled up. So while we do bring up things like the AI open credits of Secret Invasion, the movie Nimona, the series reboot/new season of Clone High, Mushka and I'm Hip animated shorts from Disney vets, and other stories... we a…

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Episode 109: Warner Brother Animation / Studio Mir's My Adventures with Superman 45:37

1y ago45:37

45:37

"I'm a normal man having a normal day, starting now." From Smallville to Metropolis, it's an all-star team-up crossover event bonus episode as Frank & Tim (from Beer with Geeks) and Trent Vactor (from The Vactor-Verse) join Marc to review the 2-episode series premiere of MY ADVENTURES WITH SUPERMAN! Also discussed: SUPERMAN (1978), SUPERMAN & LOIS,…

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Episode 108: Disney•Pixar's Elemental 2:12:42

1y ago2:12:42

2:12:42

"Why does anyone get to tell you what you can do with your life?" Head on down to Element City in this episode as Stanford and Marc are joined by returning guest Ted Sowards to review the latest film from Pixar Animation Studios, ELEMENTAL! Also discussed: the Pixar short CARL'S DATE, new trailers for ELIO, and MY ADVENTURES WITH SUPERMAN, producti…

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290 Across the Spider-Verse Review 1:51:28

1y ago1:51:28

1:51:28

This is a perfectly PG review with no spoilers that aren't in trailers. We mostly talk about story competence and satisfaction and of course the style and animation. Enjoy! (and then go see it for yourself if you haven't already!) #RubberOnionPodcast@RubberOnion everywhere Patreon iTunes

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Episode 107: Sony Pictures Animation's Spider-Man Across the Spider-Verse 1:48:30

1y ago1:48:30

1:48:30

"In every other universe, Gwen Stacy falls for Spider-Man. And in every other universe, it doesn't end well." Prepare to travel across the Spider-Verse as in this episode, Spider-Variants Marc and Stanford are joined by the Spider-Person of Earth-FL, Michael Tirona! To make sure each of their canon events proceeds as needed they get in-depth in a s…

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Episode 106: Phoenix Fan Fusion 2023 Panel | "Animation IS Cinema" (LIVE) 1:06:46

1y ago1:06:46

1:06:46

“This is an art form that has been kept commercially and industrially at the kids' table for so long, ... animation is not a genre for kids. It's a medium. Animation is film. Animation is art, and it can tell stories that are gorgeous and complex, and that feel handmade by humans for humans. Animation is pure cinema and animators should be treated …

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Episode 105: Lucasfilm's Star Wars - Visions | Volume 2 1:27:36

1y ago1:27:36

1:27:36

"Hang in there, little dancer. Soon, we'll all be free." In this episode, Rogue Squadron commanders Stanford and Marc are joined by Red Leader ⁠Mike Sawran⁠ (of ⁠The Holdo Maneuver⁠, ⁠South of Normal⁠) to travel the globe in the second volume of the Disney+ anthology series, STAR WARS: VISIONS! Also discussed: Disney+ removing original content from…

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Episode 104: Studio Ghibli's Spirited Away: Live on Stage 49:26

1+ y ago49:26

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"Nothing that happens is ever forgotten, even if you can't remember it." In this episode, Stanford and Marc enter The Spirit Realm with first-time guest Ted Sowards. They recount each of their experiences watching the adventures of Chihiro, Haku, and No Face as part of Fathom Events' Studio Ghibli Fest 2023 in, SPIRITED AWAY: LIVE ON STAGE! Also di…

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289 A.I.n't I a Stinker 2:14:58

1+ y ago2:14:58

2:14:58

Alternate title of this episode is "A.I... or won't I?" Coudn't decide. This was obviously recorded a few months ago and many things have happened since then but the conversation still remains. There's a lot of threats out there constantly to not just our career but many careers, and the current one centers around deep/machine learning tech known a…

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Episode 103: Nintendo + llumination's The Super Mario Bros. Movie 1:47:59

1+ y ago1:47:59

1:47:59

"What about the accent? Is it... is it too much?" In this episode, Marc and Stanford head to the Mushroom Kingdom with Mario and Luigi to take on Bowser and save Princess Peach. At the same time, they give a spoiler-filled review of Nintendo + Illumination's new film THE SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE! Also discussed in this episode: Animation Fascination…

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Episode 102: AF News Edition - The 95th Academy Awards 1:08:33

1+ y ago1:08:33

1:08:33

"I'd like to thank the academy..." It's time to head to the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood, CA for another year at the Oscars! In this AF news edition, Stanford and Marc discuss the 95th Academy Awards. Including, Guillermo del Toro's acceptance speech for PINOCCHIO's Best Animated Feature win, THE BOY, THE MOLE, THE FOX AND THE HORSE's win for Best An…

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Episode 101: AF News Edition - Sequels, Reboots, and Awards Season 1:44:12

1+ y ago1:44:12

1:44:12

"Animation is cinema. Animation is not a genre for kids. It is a medium." In this AF news edition, Marc and Stanford cover all the latest from the animation industry including upcoming sequels, reboots, and awards season galore! The 95th Oscars Feature Animation nominees are discussed, PHINEAS AND FERB is coming back and so are Hank Hill & BARNEY T…

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Episode 100: Fascinating Animation | 2015 — 2022 1:37:08

1+ y ago1:37:08

1:37:08

"Animation is not the art of drawings that move but the art of movements that are drawn." It's a blast from the past in the 100th episode, Marc Vibbert and Stanford Clark are joined by past co-hosts Trent Vactor (of The Vactor-Verse) and Matt Quest (of Fisher-Price) to discuss their favorite films and television series from 2015 to 2022. Also Discu…

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Episode 99: Lucasfilm Animation's The Bad Batch | Season Two Premiere 45:20

1+ y ago45:20

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"Aren’t clones supposed to look alike? So much for quality control. This one’s too big. This one’s too small. This one’s got a face tattoo. Yeah, real subtle." While Stanford is out-of-town in this crossover episode with THE HOLDO MANEUVER, Marc Vibbert and guest Mike Sawran join Clone Force 99 for the season two premiere of THE BAD BATCH! Also Dis…

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Episode 98: DreamWorks Animation's Puss in Boots: The Last Wish 38:18

1+ y ago38:18

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"Oh. I didn't count it. I am not really a math guy, you know?" Happy New Year! In this end-of-the-year bonus episode, Marc and Stanford pray for mercy from, DreamWorks Animation's PUSS IN BOOTS: THE LAST WISH! Visit our website for the full lineup of past episodes. (recorded on: Thursday, December 29th, 2022) ---------------------------------------…

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288 Career Road Block 1:16:33

1+ y ago1:16:33

1:16:33

The topic for this episode came from a Facebook post I made asking for topics: Could you talk about doubts in this career path, I've had a bit of a career related dilemma because I thought I'd hit some really good milestones recently... and I've only recently found out about rigging and the fact that it's a whole new skill set required for industry…

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Episode 97: Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio 1:09:41

1+ y ago1:09:41

1:09:41

"Little wooden boy made of pine, we shall call you Pinocchio. May you rise with the sun and wander the earth…" Happy Holidays! Stanford and Marc share their experiences with Guillermo del Toro's PINOCCHIO this week on the podcast! Also discussed: the new theatrical trailer for SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE, INVINCIBLE season two release date …

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Episode 96: Walt Disney Animation's Strange World 1:08:06

1+ y ago1:08:06

1:08:06

"Do you mind if I call you Splat? You just kind of give me Splat vibes." Prepare yourself for a journey beyond what is possible, as Marc and Stanford proudly present their review of Walt Disney Animation's STRANGE WORLD! Also discussed: trailers for Pixar's ELEMENTAL and Illumination's THE SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE, plus much, much more... Visit our …

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287 Budget Man and Intern Boy 1:42:12

1+ y ago1:42:12

1:42:12

An episode recorded in early August and released in late November? You betcha! We have a classic variety episode with Trailer Talk and Animation News AND Rapid Fire, the theme really seems to be... "it's all bad." Enjoy! Timestamps: 5:45 ------ How You Doin? 19:57 ----- TRAILER TALK 20:45 "Pantheon" 34:00 "Slippin Jimmy" 47:40 "Little Demon" 43:28 …

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Episode 95: AF News Edition - Kevin Conroy Tribute 1:18:25

1+ y ago1:18:25

1:18:25

"Everyone is handed adversity in life. No one's journey is easy. It's how they handle it that makes people unique." In this AF news edition, Stanford and Marc pay tribute to Kevin Conroy, THE voice of Batman. Also discussed: SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE casting, a return to CLONE HIGH, plus much, much more... Visit our website for the full l…

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Episode 94: Netflix's Wendell & Wild 37:50

2y ago37:50

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"She has sworn allegiance to her demons. And the fever is spreading." Happy Halloween! In this bonus demon filled episode, Marc and Stanford summon the dead to discuss Henry Selick's new stop-motion film now streaming on Netflix starring the voices of Jordan Peele and Keegan-Michael Key, WENDELL & WILD. Visit our website for the full video version …

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Episode 93: Lucasfilm Animation's Tales of the Jedi 1:51:18

2y ago1:51:18

1:51:18

"Everywhere there is life, but you must face death. Honor it. Do not fear it." In this episode, Jedi masters Stanford and Marc are joined by Padawan Mike Sawran (of The Holdo Maneuver, South of Normal) to learn the ways of the Force in the new Disney+ anthology series, TALES OF THE JEDI. Also discussed: Cartoon Network as we knew it is no more, SAU…

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Episode 92: Netflix's Entergalactic 1:29:46

2y ago1:29:46

1:29:46

"Love will find us all." In this episode, Marc and Stanford take a look at Kid Cudi's new film on Netflix, ENTERGALACTIC. Also discussed: new release reviews from CineMarc, Disney's Figment is getting a movie, trailers for THE SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE, STRANGE WORLD, and VELMA, INVINCIBLE season three, plus much, much more... Visit our website for t…

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Episode 91: Disney's D23 Expo 2022 1:48:27

2y ago1:48:27

1:48:27

"The ultimate Disney fan event!" In this episode, Stanford and Marc recap Disney's recent D23 EXPO including all of the animation announcements, surprises, footage & trailers shown, plus much, much more... Visit our website for the full lineup of our news and trailer discussion links. (recorded on: Monday September 19th, 2022) ---------------------…

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Episode 90: Netflix's Lost Ollie 1:06:49

2y ago1:06:49

1:06:49

"Tough don’t mean you can’t cry." In this episode, Marc and Stanford review the new limited series from director Peter Ramsey, Netflix's LOST OLLIE. Also discussed, the cast for Laika's WILDWOOD, the trailers for WENDELL AND WILD & BEE AND PUPPYCAT: LAZY IN SPACE, plus much, much more... Visit our website for the full lineup of our news and trailer…

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286 Michelle Michelle 1:38:01

2y ago1:38:01

1:38:01

Two movies that could not be more different than one another, but somehow we found a way to thread them together. We talk about animation styles, tone, production, marketing, narrative, and a whole bunch of other things in the process of our discussion (featured image courtesy of Rob this week). Timestamps: 4:08 ------ Marcel the Shell with Shoes O…

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Episode 89: Skydance Animation's Luck & Warner Animation Group's DC League of Super-Pets 1:47:36

2y ago1:47:36

1:47:36

"Find a penny, pick it up, and all day long, you'll have good luck. // Sit, Stay, Save the World." In this double feature episode Stanford and Marc review two films with talking animals, Skydance Animation's LUCK and Warner Animation Group's DC LEAGUE OF SUPER-PETS. Also discussed, KUNG FU PANDA 4, Warner Bros. Discovery removing nearly 40 titles f…

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Episode 88: Illumination's Minions: The Rise of Gru 1:19:42

2y ago1:19:42

1:19:42

"Brace yourself. A villain will rise." In this episode Stanford and Marc get suited up to discuss the new film in the DESPICABLE ME franchise, MINIONS: THE RISE OF GRU. Also discussed, SCOOB: HOLIDAY HAUNT being canceled, RICK AND MORTY season 6 episode titles, Guillermo del Toro's PINOCCHIO trailer, plus much, much more... Visit our website for th…

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285 Unctuous Beast 1:49:27

2y ago1:49:27

1:49:27

Nothing like recording at 8am to get the ideas flowing! Enjoy this perfectly coherent variety show. I took much too long to make the featured image this week fit a theme that I'm sure nobody will get at all but it made me smile Timestamps: 3:05 ------ How You Doin' 22:45 ----- MOVIE REVIEW: "Sea Beast" 43:11 ---- ANIMATION NEWS... 43:58 ---- Ninten…

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