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Channel Toon News

64 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 1 rating

Your #1 news source for anything animated related! A bi-weekly podcast about the current happenings in the animation industry, created by two cartoon fanatics.
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Episodes

Episode 55 - Jan+Feb 2024, Pokémon Concierge

February 17, 2024 19:00 - 1 hour - 166 MB

We're back from our break! We've got tons of news, mostly related to animation, but also some related to the podcast! (Spoiler: we're monthly now!) We talk way too much about shows based off movies, and how to do them right! The Annie Award nominees were announced, and tons of new shows and movies came out! Also, we watched Pokémon Concierge, a lovely little show on Netflix! Pokémon Concierge talk: starts around 1 hour, 29 minutes

Episode 54 - December 2023, Klaus

December 30, 2023 22:16 - 1 hour - 116 MB

Hello!! We hope everyone had a good holiday season!! Truthfully, there wasn't that much news that happened over the past two weeks... but what the heck's going on with Warner Bros.? And what came out recently that you should watch? Plus, for our holiday themed episode, we watched Klaus! Klaus talk: starts around 21 minutes, 20 seconds

Episode 53 - December 2023, Scott Pilgrim Takes Off

December 17, 2023 21:45 - 1 hour - 142 MB

Happy December! We got news about a new Olan Rogers project, Studio Ghibli's new film, and a new Kung Fu Panda movie! And we were legally required to talk about Netflix's new anime, Scott Pilgrim Takes Off! Godspeed Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/olanrogers/godspeed-the-series Scott Pilgrim Takes Off Talk: starts around 40 minutes 45 seconds

Episode 52 - November 2023, Madoka Magica: Rebellion

December 02, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 169 MB

We're back, trying to spread the word of "Carol & The End of The World", and talking about... Fortnite? Also the Scott Pilgrim anime came out, and some news related to Mazzy's favorite movie! Plus, we're back to watching Madoka Magica, as we watched the third movie for this episode! Madoka Magica: Rebellion talk: starts around 42 minutes

Episode 51 - November 2023, Just The News!

November 19, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 139 MB

We had to postpone recording for a bit, so here's a news episode just to catch up! We have SO many trailers that came out these past few weeks, from Christmas to Garfield. We also complain about Warner Bros. and update you all on what's going on with the Coyote vs. Acme film! Images we talked about: 1 2 3

Episode 50 - October 2023, ParaNorman

October 22, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 111 MB

Woah, it's our 50th episode! And also our scariest episode... We got a new animated movie from Adam Sandler, new official merch of a beloved character, and... Doug got busy? Plus, we watched one of Mazzy's favorite movies when they were younger, ParaNorman! We hope everyone has a happy Halloween! ParaNorman Talk: starts around 36 minutes

Episode 49 - October 2023, It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown

October 08, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 125 MB

Time for a spooky new episode! We got some new clips and trailers of things we're excited for, and some cool indie projects that you should go support! Plus we watched a Halloween classic, It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown! Go support NOXP here! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/genegoldstein/noxp-season-1?ref=project_link It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown talk: starts around 57 minutes

Episode 48 - September 2023, Puss in Boots: The Last Wish

September 23, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 140 MB

Who is your favorite fearless hero? We're back with a full episode! We got news about a new animation program, some super cool trailers, and an internet trend based on the movie Eight Crazy Nights? Plus, we finally watched the movie Puss in Boots: The Last Wish! Woohoo! Puss in Boots talk: starts at around 58 minutes, 30 seconds

Episode 47 - September 2023, Just The News!

September 09, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 130 MB

Hey! We're back from break, and we're ready to talk about some of the past months animation news! We got theater releases of older movies, new video games coming out, and the first Miyazaki-directed movie in 10 years... Also, you should nominate us for the Toonies 2023 Awards! All this... and more in today's episode!

Episode 46 - August 2023, Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt

August 08, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 154 MB

Peak is back... Time for a new episode! We got some Toonami news and some weird decisions from corporations to rant about! And we revisited Panty and Stocking with Garterbelt, the fan favorite 2010s anime! Panty and Stocking with Garterbelt talk: starts around 52 minutes

Episode 45 - July 2023, This World Can't Tear Me Down

July 23, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 172 MB

This episode's a doozy! We got a bunch of new trailers of animation projects from all over the world that we'd love to share with you. Plus, we talk about the current strikes that are happening and some new anime news! And we talk about Zerocalcare's new Netflix series, This World Can't Tear Me Down! Go watch it! Content Warning for This World Can't Tear Me Down: mentions of fascism and drug abuse This World Can't Tear Me Down Talk: starts around 1 hour, 19 minutes

Episode 44 - July 2023, Trigun Stampede

July 03, 2023 19:12 - 1 hour - 160 MB

Woah, new episode! We got some news of things new and old coming to theaters, Metalocalypse getting a movie after 10 years of being cancelled, and... an Among Us series? And two people who don't know anything about Trigun check out Trigun Stampede for the first time! Trigun Stampede Talk: starts around 42 minutes

Episode 43 - June 2023, Kappa Mikey

June 17, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 141 MB

Happy Saturday, time for a new episode! We finally get to see trailers for My Adventures with Superman and Nimona. Plus, we've got a ton of new series announced recently, from Zerocalcare's They Can't Tear Me Down to season 2 of Ten Year Old Tom! And we talk about the somewhat obscure Nick cartoon, Kappa Mikey! Gyano Gif can be found here. Kappa Mikey talk: starts around 48 minutes, 45 seconds

Episode 42 - June 2023, Just The News!

June 03, 2023 18:00 - 42 minutes - 64.1 MB

We've been super busy lately, so here's a bite-sized episode to keep you entertained! We got new trailers, like the long-awaited Nimona and the new Delicious in Dungeon trailer! Plus, we talk about recent revivals, such as the new season of Clone High and the new season of Futurama!

Episode 41 - May 2023, King of the Hill

May 20, 2023 20:18 - 1 hour - 128 MB

Woah, new episode! We talk about some cool new indie projects, unions and strikes currently happening, and an unexpected collab with... Hatsune Miku?! Plus we watched the first season of one of the most recognizable adult cartoons, King of the Hill! Petition for Disney Production workers: https://iatse.net/online-action/disney-production/ Indiegogo for the production of Boxtown: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/boxtown-the-production-crowdfund#/ King of the Hill talk: starts around 43 m...

Episode 40 - April 2023, The Super Mario Bros. Movie

April 29, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 151 MB

We got a lot of news from HBO Max, or now so-called "Max", about future shows and developments. Plus, some beloved shows are finally getting the ending they deserved after they were left on cliffhangers! Also The Super Mario Bros. Movie is going to make a million billion dollars and we watched and yelled about it. Woah... The Super Mario Bros. Movie talk: starts around 39 minutes

Episode 39 - April 2023, Bojack Horseman; Season 3

April 08, 2023 18:56 - 2 hours - 202 MB

We're back to watching more Bojack Horseman! Plus, a ton of new trailers came out recently, some interesting news about Adult Swim, and news about the Scott Pilgrim anime at Netflix! Bojack Horseman talk: starts around 1 hour, 20 minutes, 45 seconds

Episode 38- March 2023, Mission Hill

March 18, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 170 MB

Time for a new episode! We talk about some new animated movie trailers and some new indie Kickstarters you should go support! Plus, we watched one of Mazzy's all-time favorite shows, Mission Hill! What a hoot! Mission Hill talk: starts around 50 minutes, 40 seconds World's Divide Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/worldsdivide/the-worlds-divide HIDARI Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/masakawa/hidari-making-a-feature-length-stop-motion-samurai-film Pen Pals...

Episode 38 - March 2023, Mission Hill

March 18, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 170 MB

Time for a new episode! We talk about some new animated movie trailers and some new indie Kickstarters you should go support! Plus, we watched one of Mazzy's all-time favorite shows, Mission Hill! What a hoot! Mission Hill talk: starts around 50 minutes, 40 seconds World's Divide Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/worldsdivide/the-worlds-divide HIDARI Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/masakawa/hidari-making-a-feature-length-stop-motion-samurai-film Pen Pals...

Episode 37 - March 2023, Love Live! School Idol Project (Season 1)

March 04, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 177 MB

The Annie Awards are over, let's talk about the winners! There's also a new interactive Netflix show coming out soon, and we talk about Gorillaz for a bit too long. Also, we talk about Love Live! and those silly little anime girls! Love Live! School Idol Project Talk: starts around 35 minutes, 5 seconds

Episode 36 - February 2023, Lu Over the Wall

February 18, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 141 MB

Time for a new episode! Live action adaptations and Disney sequels, oh boy! Plus, we watched Masaaki Yuasa's Lu Over the Wall, what fun! Mee's Forest Link: https://animationobsessive.substack.com/p/the-wild-imagination-of-mees-forest Lu Over the Wall Talk: starts around 46 minutes

Episode 35 - January, Just The News!

February 04, 2023 22:38 - 1 hour - 167 MB

We're back from break! So much happened in the animation industry in January, so we tried our best of covering everything. Cancellations, new indie projects, reboots and revivals, the Annie Awards, all sorts of stuff! Come give it a listen! Fundraiser for Carey Means, the voice actor for Frylock: https://www.gofundme.com/f/catfood-peoplefood-and-bills

Episode 35 - January 2023, Just The News!

February 04, 2023 22:38 - 1 hour - 167 MB

We're back from break! So much happened in the animation industry in January, so we tried our best of covering everything. Cancellations, new indie projects, reboots and revivals, the Annie Awards, all sorts of stuff! Come give it a listen! Fundraiser for Carey Means, the voice actor for Frylock: https://www.gofundme.com/f/catfood-peoplefood-and-bills

Episode 34- December 2022, Toyko Godfathers

December 19, 2022 19:00 - 2 hours - 197 MB

Our last episode before our break! We talk about a bunch of new projects that were just announced, and discuss the new Spiderverse trailer that just came out! And, for the holidays, we check out a movie directed by Satoshi Kon, Tokyo Godfathers! See you all next year! Tokyo Godfathers Talk: starts around 55 minutes, 45 seconds

Episode 33- December 2022, Avatar: The Last Airbender (Season 1)

December 03, 2022 22:30 - 1 hour - 175 MB

This might be our wildest episode yet... We got some huge news about Disney and Illumination's Super Mario Bro's movie. We also got some mail, and react to our podcast's Spotify wrapped, live! And we watched one of the most beloved Nickelodeon cartoons, Avatar: The Last Airbender. What a doozy! Avatar Talk: starts around 52 minutes, 15 seconds Links to images we talk about during the episode: 1

December 2022, Avatar: The Last Airbender (Season 1)

December 03, 2022 22:30 - 1 hour - 175 MB

This might be our wildest episode yet... We got some huge news about Disney and Illumination's Super Mario Bro's movie. We also got some mail, and react to our podcast's Spotify wrapped, live! And we watched one of the most beloved Nickelodeon cartoons, Avatar: The Last Airbender. What a doozy! Avatar Talk: starts around 52 minutes, 15 seconds Links to images we talk about during the episode: 1

Episode 32- November 2022, Over the Garden Wall

November 20, 2022 03:55 - 1 hour - 139 MB

Happy Fall, everyone! We talk about some new things being made, and some shows leaving us too soon. Pixar released a teaser for their new movie, so we talk about that too! We also watched Over the Garden Wall, just in time for Autumn!  Over the Garden Wall Talk: starts around 38 minutes, 20 seconds

Episode 31 - October 2022, Wendell & Wild

October 31, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 140 MB

Our 31st episode! On Halloween! How fun! Happy Halloween everyone! We checked out the newest scary stop-motion animated movie, Wendell & Wild! There's not too much news this episode, but we also share a lot of opinions about some animation drama that has occurred recently. Wendell & Wild Talk: starts around 33 minutes

Episode 30 - October 2022, Coraline

October 15, 2022 18:00 - 2 hours - 195 MB

Woah, the Super Mario Bros. Movie teaser trailer came out! What do we think about it? What's going on with Cartoon Network? What are our feelings about the new Velma spinoff? Learn all this... and more, in this episode! Plus, we watched Coraline for October! Coraline Talk: starts around 1 hour, 13 minutes in Links to images we talk about during the episode: 1 2

Episode 29 - October 2022, Scooby-Doo On Zombie Island

October 01, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 147 MB

Happy October! We're entering the spooky month, where we watch scary movies, like Scooby-Doo On Zombie Island! We also talk about the recent developments of Mob Psycho 100 Season 3, and some news about Illumination Studios!

Episode 28 - September 2022, Total Drama World Tour

September 17, 2022 18:00 - 2 hours - 206 MB

Woah! We got a bunch of trailers this episode! So much cool stuff is coming out in October, and you get to hear about it here first! We also yell about the third season of the Total Drama series, Total Drama World Tour! Links to images we talk about during the episode: 1 2 3

Episode 27 - September 2022, Fred's Head

September 03, 2022 22:45 - 1 hour - 174 MB

Hey there! Not too much news this episode, but we talk about the new Wendell & Wild, and how some creators reacted to the recent takedowns on HBO Max. We also talk way too much about the obscure French-Canadian cartoon, Fred's Head! Go check it out! By the way, here's a really good article about the current happenings with HBO Max! https://www.fanbyte.com/entertainment/tv-film/hbo-max-cartoons-animators-face-uncertainty-interview/

Episode 26 - August 2022, Just The News!

August 20, 2022 18:00 - 46 minutes - 70.7 MB

Here's a fun, bite-sized episode this week! We were a bit too busy to record a long episode, so we just talk about recent news! Does Mappa make a Chainsaw Man? Does HBO Max care about any of it's animated shows? Is that funny fighting panda getting another movie? Find out this, and more, in this episode! Links to images we talk about during the episode: 1

Episode 25 - August 2022, Code Lyoko

August 06, 2022 18:00 - 2 hours - 197 MB

New episode time! We talk about some odd reboot decisions, and the recent HBO Max and Discovery Plus merger (which, spoiler alert, isn't great!). We also watched Coke Lyoko, an early 2000s French cartoon that uses a mix of 2D and 3D animation! UPDATE: We mentioned something about Warner Bros. Discovery cutting some animated projects, but our information isn't exactly the most accurate now. We try our best to be accurate, but we ultimately do this podcast for fun, and we sometimes get things...

Episode 24 - July 2022, Dead End: Paranormal Park

July 23, 2022 18:00 - 2 hours - 206 MB

Hey, we're back! Sorry for the wait! In this episode, we got a bunch of news about new series coming up, and some reboots including the Powerpuff Girls and Panty and Stocking! We also talk about the new animated Netflix show, Dead End: Paranormal Park! Go check it out!!

Episode 23 - July 2022, Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug and Cat Noir

July 02, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 174 MB

Time for a new episode! Some new movie trailers were released, and a certain animated movie flopped in the box offices! Also, we talk about the hit 3D series, Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug and Cat Noir! Simply the best!

Episode 23 - June 2022, Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug and Cat Noir

July 02, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 174 MB

Time for a new episode! Some new movie trailers were released, and a certain animated movie flopped in the box offices! Also, we talk about the hit 3D series, Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug and Cat Noir! Simply the best!

Episode 22 - June 2022, Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

June 19, 2022 18:00 - 2 hours - 206 MB

Woah! So many cool new trailers have been released recently! Plus, some really cool series are getting a new season, and some cute mascots are getting their own show! And, we talk about the latest TMNT show, Nickelodeon's Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles! Godspeed Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/olanrogers/godspeed-from-the-creator-of-final-space

Episode 21 - June 2022, Spy X Family

June 04, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 117 MB

Some new trailers, some shows released, and an archive dedicated to Flipnote Hatena... We talk about all those things, and also about the new hit anime, Spy X Family! Flipnote Archive: https://archive.sudomemo.net/

Episode 20 - May 2022, Stars Align

May 22, 2022 23:37 - 2 hours - 218 MB

No way, our 20th episode! We talk about a bunch of new shows that have been announced in the past 2 weeks, and discuss our feelings on the new characters introduced in MultiVersus and Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl! We also complain about Netflix for a really long time! Plus, we talk about a surprisingly sad sports anime, Stars Align! TRIGGER WARNING for Stars Align: Child abuse If discussion of this topic will be harmful to you, please don't listen to the latter half of the podcast! Stay safe!

Episode 19 - May 2022, A3!

May 07, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 126 MB

In this episode, we talk about some leaks with Illumination's Super Mario movie, and congratulate some studios who recently got unionized! We also review the first season of the A3! anime! Go check it out!

Episode 18 - April 2022, Madoka Magica

April 23, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 138 MB

Netflix cancelled a whole bunch of cool projects, so in this episode we scream and cry! We also talk about some projects that got revitalized or a new season! And we cover the anime we watched, which was Puella Magi Madoka Magica! What a doozy!

Episode 17 - April 2022, Kaguya-sama: Love is War

April 09, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 107 MB

The Oscars happened! And we talk about that! And Adult Swim played a silly prank on us this April Fool's Day. Plus, we watched Kaguya-sama: Love is War! Go listen to the episode to hear our thoughts, and more!

Episode 16 - March 2022, Bojack Horseman; Season 2

March 26, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 168 MB

Woah, the winners of the Annie Awards were announced! And a ton of new shows and anime were announced! Also, the both of us watched Season 2 of Bojack Horseman! We talk about all these things in this episode, go listen to it!

Episode 15.5 SPECIAL - Thundercats Roar

March 19, 2022 18:00 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MB

Woah, today is Bee's birthday! And she really wanted me to post the first episode we EVER recorded. For our first episode, we decided to talk about the infamous Thundercats Roar! Go listen to it! And happy birthday Bee!!! <3

Episode 15 - March 2022, Bojack Horseman; Season 1

March 12, 2022 21:51 - 1 hour - 64.4 MB

Hi! We talk about Human Resources on Netflix, and the recent upsetting news about Disney. But hey, we also talk about Bojack Horseman Season 1! Go listen to it!

Episode 14 - February 2022, Kid Cosmic; Season 2

February 26, 2022 19:00 - 1 hour - 148 MB

We're back! We talk about the new Chip and Dale: Rescue Rangers movie trailer, and update you all on the Futurama reboot and Jellystone Season 2! Plus! We talk about Kid Cosmic, Season 2! Go check it out!

Episode 13 - February 2022, Monthly Girls' Nozaki-Kun

February 12, 2022 19:00 - 1 hour - 103 MB

A short one this week! We talk about the Oscar nominee's for Best Animated Feature, and discuss some shows that were renewed or rebooted, like Futurama! We also FINALLY talk about an anime, this week being Monthly Girls' Nozaki-Kun! Go check it out! Raya and the Last Dragon analysis videos Bee recommends! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pwn8YD8sobo&ab_channel=XiranJayZhao https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uaJfExPF9EA&ab_channel=MinaLe

Episode 12 - January 2022, Kid Cosmic

January 29, 2022 19:00 - 1 hour - 120 MB

We talk about the new Cuphead Show trailer, and how a lot of workers in the industry aren't getting properly paid. Pay your damn workers! We also talk about the first season of Kid Cosmic, Craig McCracken's newest show! 

Episode 11 - January 2022, Total Drama Island

January 15, 2022 19:00 - 1 hour - 186 MB

Happy new year! We're back with a new episode! We finally get to talk about anime, and we also discuss our feelings about the new Disney movie, Encanto. Then, we talk about the first season of the Total Drama series, Total Drama Island! Go check it out!

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