Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | Rotoscopers
333 episodes - English - Latest episode: 26 days ago - ★★★★★ - 305 ratingsGet your animation fix with animation addicts just like you! The Animation Addicts Podcast is a show about the wonderful world of animation: Disney, DreamWorks, Pixar & everything in between! Each episode the hosts—Morgan Stradling & Chelsea Robson—discuss a different animation film and have a hilarious, in-depth, nerdy discussion about it. Take a trip down memory lane as we review old childhood favorites or discuss the latest box office releases, in addition to interviews with your favorite people from the animation world!Join the community at Rotoscopers.com and on Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.
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027 Frankie Franco Interview, Production Assistant on Rise of the Guardians
November 27, 2012 02:18 - 46 minutesWe get the chance to interview Frankie Franco III (also known as Frak). Frak is a production assistant atDreamWorks Animation SKG whose first project was Rise of the Guardians. In this interview, he talks about what it's like working at DreamWorks, his job and his thoughts on the film. Runtime: 0:40:28, 19.5 MB Where to Find Us: ■ Find us on the web: therotoscopers.com, twitter, facebook, YouTube, tumblr, hypable & Animated Views ■ Mason Smith: This Animated Life Blog, Twitter ■ Chelsea Robso...
027 Interview with Rise of the Guardians' Frankie Franco
November 27, 2012 02:18 - 41 minutesWe get the chance to interview Frankie Franco III (also known as Frak). Frak is a production assistant atDreamWorks Animation SKG whose first project was Rise of the Guardians. In this interview, he talks about what it's like working at DreamWorks, his job and his thoughts on the film. Runtime: 0:40:28, 19.5 MB Where to Find Us: ■ Find us on the web: therotoscopers.com, twitter, facebook, YouTube, tumblr, hypable & Animated Views ■ Mason Smith: This Animated Life Blog, Twitter ■ Chelsea Robso...
026 Wreck-It Ralph - It Just Worked
November 13, 2012 16:50 - 1 hourThis episode is dedicated to the wonderful world of video games! The Rotoscopers talk about this week's animation news, discuss their favorite video games before heading into a lengthy discussion about Disney's 52nd animated featureWreck-It Ralph! Highlights: ■ Go to www.therotoscopers.com/voicemail to leave a message for our Best of 2012 Show! ■ News: Disney Buys Lucasfilm, Disney's Wreck-It Ralphopening weekend numbers ■ Nerdy Couch Discussion: What were/are your top 5 video games growing u...
025 Interview: Wreck-It Ralph's Renato dos Anjos (Animation Supervisor)
October 30, 2012 17:34 - 33 minutesIn this episode, Wreck-it Ralph’s Animation Supervisor--Renato Dos Anjos--talks about his life and work at Disney Animation Studios. Highlights ■ About Renato: originally from São Paulo, Brazil and wanted to be in comic books ■ Started with Disney--it’s all about who you know ■ How did he get involved in the Wreck-It Ralph project? ■ Relationship with the director, Rich Moore ■ How Disney fills positions within the company ■ Working with Art Director, Mike Gabriel ■ Did Episode 10 really go...
025 Renato dos Anjos Interview, Animation Supervisor on Wreck-It Ralph
October 30, 2012 17:34 - 38 minutesIn this episode, Wreck-it Ralph’s Animation Supervisor--Renato Dos Anjos--talks about his life and work at Disney Animation Studios. Highlights ■ About Renato: originally from São Paulo, Brazil and wanted to be in comic books ■ Started with Disney--it’s all about who you know ■ How did he get involved in the Wreck-It Ralph project? ■ Relationship with the director, Rich Moore ■ How Disney fills positions within the company ■ Working with Art Director, Mike Gabriel ■ Did Episode 10 really go...
024 The Nightmare Before Christmas - Meet the Thunder Tube!
October 22, 2012 22:15 - 1 hourThis is Halloween! The Rotoscoper gang discussese Disney's cult classic Halloween-Christmas film, The Nightmare Before Christmas. Highlights: ■ The Thunder Tube! ■ News: New Disney and Pixar release dates (Phineas & Ferb, Ron & Jon 2D animated film, Untitled Pixar Film), viral website for Monsters University, The Swan Princess Christmas ■ Remember to send in your submissions for the Best of 2012 Show! ■ New game segment: Wizard’s Duel! ■ Main Discussion: Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Chri...
023 Bill Farmer Interview, Voice of Goofy
October 15, 2012 07:13 - 1 hourMorgan and Chelsea have the incredible opportunity to interview legendary voice actor, Bill Farmer. Bill is most notably known for being the voice of Goofy for the past 25 years, but he also has voiced numerous other famous cartoon characters such as Horace Horsecollar, Yosemite Sam, Foghorn, Slyvester the Cat and lots of other crazy voices along the way. Highlights: ■ What has Bill been up to recently? ■ All about Goofy’s yell ■ Other voices he has done: Horace Horscollar, Pluto, Foghorn, Yo...
023 Interview with Voice of Goofy, Bill Farmer
October 15, 2012 07:13 - 1 hourMorgan and Chelsea have the incredible opportunity to interview legendary voice actor, Bill Farmer. Bill is most notably known for being the voice of Goofy for the past 25 years, but he also has voiced numerous other famous cartoon characters such as Horace Horsecollar, Yosemite Sam, Foghorn, Slyvester the Cat and lots of other crazy voices along the way. Highlights: ■ What has Bill been up to recently? ■ All about Goofy’s yell ■ Other voices he has done: Horace Horscollar, Pluto, Foghorn, Yo...
022 Coraline - Don't Doubt the Dowser
October 08, 2012 06:07 - 1 hourThe Rotoscopers kick off their spooky animated film month (aka October) by tackling Laika's Coraline. Highlights: ■ News: 13th International Computer Graphics Conference in Turin, Italy; Help us Plan our #Bestof2012 show! ■ New segment: "Catch and Fire" with Mason, “Rotoscopers make you choose!” ■ Audible.com: Audio book synopsis ■ Main discussion: Coraline ■ Studio Spotlight: Laika vs. Laika House ■ “From the makers of Nightmare Before Christmas...” = False advertising? ■ Not going to be fu...
021 Interview with Don Bluth
September 18, 2012 07:26 - 1 hourThe Rotoscopers interview the legendary animator and director, Don Bluth! Don shares his love for acting, theatre and--of course--animation in this intimate conversation conducted in his living room. He also starts off by announcing some big news for the show! Highlights: ■ Is this the right podcast? ■ Not your typical Interview. Don interviews Mason! ■ Animation: a two-pronged performing art ■ How does acting help in animation? ■ Casting on the Wizard of Oz. Why is Don doing theatre? ■...
021 Don Bluth Interview, Legendary Animation Director & Producer
September 18, 2012 07:26 - 1 hourThe Rotoscopers interview the legendary animator and director, Don Bluth! Don shares his love for acting, theatre and--of course--animation in this intimate conversation conducted in his living room. He also starts off by announcing some big news for the show! Highlights: ■ Is this the right podcast? ■ Not your typical Interview. Don interviews Mason! ■ Animation: a two-pronged performing art ■ How does acting help in animation? ■ Casting on the Wizard of Oz. Why is Don doing theatre? ■ Chara...
020 Aladdin - Take Off Your Clothes?
September 03, 2012 03:50 - 1 hourThe gang is finally back for a classic Rotoscopers episode with their review of Disney’s Aladdin! Also join in for the animation news and a discussion on the impact of celebrity voice actors. Highlights: ■ News: The Minions spin-off film, Partysaurus Rex short, Finding Nemo 2 officially announced ■ Mini Nerdy Couch Discussion: Do we really need a Finding Nemosequel? Is Pixar coping out? ■ Real Nerdy Couch Discussion: Professional voice actors vs. celebrities? Do celebrity voices really add to...
019 David Vandervoort Interview, Animator on LAIKA's ParaNorman
August 29, 2012 18:38 - 45 minutesMorgan and Chelsea talk to LAIKA animator, David Vandervoort. In this interview, they discuss his career as a "self-made animator", his experience at LAIKA, ParaNorman and all things animation. Highlights: ■ Interview: David Vandervoort ■ Rapid Fire Q&A ■ His path as a “self-made animator” ■ What are his ultimate career goals ■ How does one make the jump into stop-motion animation? ■ What’s the difference in approaching animated CGI, 2D and stop-motion? ■ His work on ParaNorman: 2D faces and...
019 Interview with ParaNorman's David Vandervoort + Fan Mail!
August 29, 2012 18:38 - 44 minutesMorgan and Chelsea talk to LAIKA animator, David Vandervoort. In this interview, they discuss his career as a "self-made animator", his experience at LAIKA, ParaNorman and all things animation. Highlights: ■ Interview: David Vandervoort ■ Rapid Fire Q&A ■ His path as a “self-made animator” ■ What are his ultimate career goals ■ How does one make the jump into stop-motion animation? ■ What’s the difference in approaching animated CGI, 2D and stop-motion? ■ His work on ParaNorman: 2D faces and...
018 D23's Destination D & All Things Disney
August 20, 2012 16:08 - 1 hourMorgan and Chelsea talk about their experience at D23's Destination D: 75 Years of Disney Feature Animation. If you love Disney animation, you won't want to miss this! Highlights: ■ Morgan and Chelsea won tickets to Destination D! It's fate! ■ Brief news: Chelsea's thoughts on ParaNorman and Brenda Chapman leaves Pixar ■ Interview: Kameron Nabal, who works at Entertainment Deployment at Disneyland and California Adventure ■ How Morgan, Chelsea and Kameron first met; "Tag me on facebook!" ■ Ka...
017 Interview with Pixar's Chris Horne
August 06, 2012 05:29 - 1 hourMorgan and Mason interview Chris Horne, a technical director at Pixar! They talk about Chris’s journey to Pixar; his work on Brave, Finding Nemo 3D and other films; and his advice for aspiring animation students. Highlights: ■ Thoughts on the hilarious stop-motion shorts, Creature Comforts ■ Interview: Pixar’s Chris Horne ■ Chris’s background: how he got interested in animation, Pixar, the college years ■ What’s the process of getting hired by a big studio like Pixar? ■ Chris on being a Pixa...
017 Chris Horne Interview, Technical Director at Pixar Animation Studios
August 06, 2012 05:29 - 1 hourMorgan and Mason interview Chris Horne, a technical director at Pixar! They talk about Chris’s journey to Pixar; his work on Brave, Finding Nemo 3D and other films; and his advice for aspiring animation students. Highlights: ■ Thoughts on the hilarious stop-motion shorts, Creature Comforts ■ Interview: Pixar’s Chris Horne ■ Chris’s background: how he got interested in animation, Pixar, the college years ■ What’s the process of getting hired by a big studio like Pixar? ■ Chris on being a Pixa...
016 Spirited Away - This Ain't Your Typical Western Story
July 23, 2012 06:00 - 1 hourThe Rotoscopers jump into the world of Japanese animation by reviewing their first ever anime: Studio Ghibli's fantasy-adventure film Spirited Away. Mason also introduces a new super duper anime trivia game and tries to stump Morgan and Chelsea. So join the Rotoscopers for all the news and laughs in the (Japanese) animated world! Highlights: ■ The Rotoscopers: The Band! ■ News: Epic trailer is epic, DreamWorks theme park, Penguins of Madagascar movie, Kung Fu Panda 3; get more news at our web...
015 Wallace & Gromit - Claymation Hitchcock
July 09, 2012 06:22 - 1 hourThe Rotoscopers gang is back with some exciting news! They also cover new territories this episode by diving into stop-motion animation and animated shorts. The main discussion focuses on the four classic Wallace & Gromit shorts. Highlights: ■ Big News! Now apart of the Hypable Podcast Network ■ Winner for 'The Art of Brave' contest announced! ■ Animation Spotlight: stop-motion animation ■ What is stop motion? Is all stop motion claymation? ■ Is stop motion more technical than hand-drawn or ...
014 Brave Review Part 2 (with Spoilers!)
June 24, 2012 22:38 - 1 hourMorgan, Chelsea and Mason get to see Pixar's 'Brave' and give all their thoughts on the summer blockbuster. They talk anything and everything about the film, so be ready for SPOILERS! Catch the spoiler-free review here on episode 13! Highlights: ■ Mason finally gets into an advance movie screening! ■ News: Wreck-It Ralph Trailer, Mr. Peabody & Sherman Poster, Disney’s Frozen announced with Kristen Bell and Idina Menzel, D23 Destination D: 75 Years of Disney Animated Features ■ Main Discussion...
013 Brave Review Part 1 (Spoiler Free!)
June 09, 2012 00:11 - 44 minutesMorgan and Chelsea get to see an advance screening of Pixar’s hotly anticipated film, Brave. They share their spoiler-free thoughts and impressions about the film. **We tried to keep the review as spoiler free as possible, but our definition of spoiler might be different that your definition. So if you don’t want to know anything about the film before it’s released, don’t listen!** Highlights: ■ Is Brave overhyped? ■ The HAIR is the star of the film ■ Madagascar 3 vs. Brave ■ Setting: old Sc...
012 Anastasia - Rasputin, The Dork of the Night
June 05, 2012 19:50 - 1 hourThe gang is back together for a full episode. This episode features a long discussion about the 1997 animated classic Anastasia. And where did the Nerdy Couch Discussion go, you may ask? Don't worry, this episode is a bit unconventional and the NCD is nestled in the middle of the main discussion. Highlights: ■ News: Maggie Simpsons 3D short, Pixar Disney California Cruise, A Cat in Paris released ■ Main Discussion: Don Bluth and Gary Goldman’s Anastasia ■ Gary Goldman: the forgotten part of t...
011 Madagascar - Sequels and Duos, "We Don't Change!"
May 29, 2012 16:40 - 1 hourThe Rotoscopers' trio is finally back together again...well sort of. In this episode, they discuss sequels, animation duos and DreamWorks' 2005 hit Madagascar. ■ Why Morgan just can’t get Chelsea’s last name right ■ What animation we watched this week ■ Morgan visits Don Bluth Front Row Theater for her bachelorette party and gets a special surprise ■ News: Don Bluth re-releases Dragon’s Lair comic in app store and hints at future Dragon’s Lair film, Ryan Woodwood releasing animated graphic no...
010 Wreck-It Ralph Test Screening
May 14, 2012 16:19 - 40 minutesMorgan and Chelsea stumble upon an opportunity to see a test screening Disney's upcoming animated film Wreck-It Ralph and share their thoughts. **Mostly spoiler free, but don't listen if you don't want to know too much about the film before it's released in November.*** Highlights: ■ What do we already know about Wreck-It Ralph? ■ Q: How did you get these tickets? A: LUCK! ■ Unfinished product: shows the different stages of production ■ Best moments: various video game cameos, Bad-Anon suppor...
009 The Swan Princess - Singing Fest
May 07, 2012 06:00 - 1 hourMorgan and Chelsea are flying solo in the studio as they discuss The Swan Princess. Hilarity and singing ensue. Highlights: ■ News: Paperman movie poster and synopsis, John Musker and Ron Clements working on new hand-drawn animated Disney film ■ Pixar CinemaCon news: Dia de los Muertos film (2015), The Good Dinosaur (2014), The Untitled Pixar Film that Goes Inside the Mind (2015) ■ Main Discussion: The Swan Princess ■ Behind-the-scenes 90s commercial: "The most memorable, magical, musical adv...
008 Tangled - The Princess Pantheon
April 23, 2012 07:07 - 1 hourChelsea's out of town so the Rotoscopers have a special guest host as they tango with Tangled, Disney's 50th animated feature film! Highlights: ■ A wild guest host appears! ■ Morgan attended an advance screening of The Pirates: Band of Misfits featuring director Peter Lord ■ Nerdy Couch Discussion: Top Disney Princesses ■ Main discussion: Tangled ■ Original plot and voice actors (Kristen Chenoweth)Is it a princess movie that appeals to guys? ■ Name changes: Rapunzel (European title), Rap...
007 Rango - The Creepy Critters
April 10, 2012 07:01 - 1 hourThe Rotoscopers discuss the 2011 Oscar winner for Best Animated Feature, Rango. Highlights: Morgan and Chelsea watched the documentary "The Sweatbox" News: Glen Keane leaves Disney, The Art of the Secret World of Arrietty, and trailers for Secret of the Fairy Wings, Hotel Translyvania, and Rise of the Guardians Nerdy couch discussion: shift in character design and spinoffs Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles design changes over the years X-Men then and now Sabertooth then and now Disturbing a...
006 Los Angeles Animation Festival (LAAF) - Brad Bird & Crew at The Iron Giant Panel
March 31, 2012 20:21 - 43 minutesFor this special mini episode, we bring you audio straight from the Los Angeles Animation Festival (LAAF). The LAAF held a special charity screening of Brad Bird's The Iron Giant. After the screening, there was a panel discussion with Brad Bird and other crew members who worked on the film. Moderator: Tom Sito Panel: Brad Bird - Director Steve Markowski - Storyboard Artist Mark Whiting - Production Designer Eli Marienthal - Voice of Hogarth Hughes Alan Bodan - Art Director Ted Gielow - CG Dev...
005 Toy Story - Buzz Syndrome
March 19, 2012 21:20 - 1 hourThe Rotoscopers tackle their first Pixar film, Toy Story! (Because you're not an official animation podcast unless you've covered Pixar). Morgan & Chelsea share their experience of meeting Don Bluth. Also covered is the animation news for the week, the introduction of a new segment called the "Nerdy Couch Hour" and, of course, a hilarious discussion about the first CGI feature-length animated film Toy Story. Highlights: ■ We have a cricket problem ■ Morgan & Chelsea go to Don Bluth Front Row...
004 Surf's Up - Smile on Your Brother
March 07, 2012 17:03 - 1 hourThis week the Rotoscopers talk about Sony Animation's 'Surf's Up.' They also discuss the animation news, Mason chats with his friend about documentary films and, of course, lots and lots of bloopers. Highlights: -Who is Jessica Rabbit’s live action body double? - Duke Grayson, private eye - And the Oscar goes to…. - New trailer and poster for Pixar’s Brave - Mason’s segment: He discusses documentaries with his friend, Jacob Johnson - Main discussion: Surf’s Up - Why penguins? Why so many ani...
003 Rock-A-Doodle - Animation, It's Music to My Ears!
February 22, 2012 20:00 - 1 hourIn episode 3, The Rotoscopers discuss Chelsea's her personal favorite film—Don Bluth's Rock-A-Doodle. Highlights: ■ Our new sponsor: Audible! ■ Thoughts on The Simpsons' 500th episode ■ Mason sees Pixar's Oscar-nominated short La Luna ■ Click here to see where you can watch the Oscar Nominated Shorts at a theatre near you ■ The week of the movie posters: Rise of the Guardians, The Croods & Frankenweenie ■ Morgan & Chelsea's thoughts on Arrietty ■ Why Mason is a traitor ■ Mason's Segment: 12 P...
002 The Iron Giant - Hog Hug!
February 16, 2012 01:33 - 1 hourIn episode 2, the Rotoscopers discuss the news, the importance of story and Brad Bird's animated masterpiece The Iron Giant. Highlights: Why this is our second time recording episode 2 Why the Wreck-It-Ralph creator is pumped The Lorax is going green Chelsea expains her love for trees...again Rango wins the OVCAFMPT Is Disney's Paperman project a gamechanger? Animation Element of the Week: Story Discussion: Brad Bird's The Iron Giant Warner Brother's markering blunder Bird's passion...
001 Beauty & the Beast - Time Vortex in the West Wing
February 08, 2012 17:34 - 1 hourWelcome to the PILOT episode of The Rotoscopers! After months in the making, we finally made it. In this episode, the Rotoscopers discuss who they are and why they're podcasting, why they chose the name "Rotoscopers", favorite/least favorite films of 2011, upcoming films of 2012 and a fun, review of Disney's Beauty & the Beast (1991). Full show notes, links & more: rotoscopers.com/1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices