RubberOnion Animation Podcast
315 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsThis show is about everything animation: weekly news stories, reviews, interviews with professionals and indie creators, etc. We also have fan-art contests, play trivia, do character skits and a ton of other community interaction... because entertainment! I'm Stephen Brooks and I run Rubber Onion, a boutique studio that creates hand-drawn animation, and am the author of 'Tradigital Animate CC: 12 Principles of Animation in Adobe Animate.' My best friend and fellow animator, Rob Yulfo, joins me for this weekly podcast. Imagine going out for drinks with a group of animators after work and merge that with a variety show which has some educational segments... that's the RubberOnion Animation Podcast. Enjoy and say Hi!
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Episodes
Episode 62 - The Big Crumpet
January 07, 2015 21:29 - 1 hour - 71.3 MBFor the first episode of 2015, we have absolutely no plan or organization. Pat is busy with life and Rob and Stephen talk about their own animated shorts before moving on to talking about the brilliant "Song of the Sea" CLICK HERE to go to the full blog post & leave a comment! Check out more of your hosts: Stephen Brooks (@RubberOnion) Rob Yulfo (@RobYulfo) Pat Ryan (@TheBadPatRyan) And please Rate/Review us on iTunes & Rate/Review on Stitcher while you're at it (=
Episode 61 - Top 10 of 2014
December 31, 2014 18:33 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MBHappy New Year!! We asked you to pick out your favorite moments from The Rubber Onion animation podcast in the entire calendar year of 2014... and we picked our as well... and this is what came out! Enjoy the countdown and a great start to another full year of animated craziness in 2015 CLICK HERE to go to the full blog post & leave a comment! Annotations to come later... when I'm settled into the new year. Yay vacation! Check out more of your hosts: Stephen Brooks (@RubberOnion) Rob Yulf...
Episode 60 - Christmas Episode 2
December 25, 2014 05:26 - 40 minutes - 28.2 MBMerry Christmas Eve! This week we're visited by 3 ghosts that ask us what our favorite past, present, and possible future animated Christmas movies, specials, and episodes are! AND... you can check out the specials mentioned in the episode embedded below! Merry Christmas all! CLICK HERE to go to the full blog post & leave a comment! Check out more of your hosts: Stephen Brooks (@RubberOnion) Rob Yulfo (@RobYulfo) Pat Ryan (@TheBadPatRyan) And please Rate/Review us on iTunes & Rate/Review ...
Episode 59 - Plungebob Spiderman
December 17, 2014 23:01 - 1 hour - 52.2 MBThe Pixar INSIDE OUT trailer dropped, Smaug was on The Colbert Report, and Spider-Man's future is in question. Also, Birdbox Studios made the Christmas card to end all cards! As you finish up work this week for the holiday break next week, enjoy our soothing voices... and singing. There was a little problem with Pat's audio somehow making him absent for about 20 minutes in the middle of the episode -- listen for that foghorn! OK, enjoy the episode. Go listen now. NOW CLICK HERE to go to the...
Episode 58 - Da Shareholdahs
December 10, 2014 17:36 - 1 hour - 68.7 MBThis weeks should just be called RAPID FIRE week because half of the show is devoted to questions and topics you listeners asked us on my Facebook page... they're all awesoRARAPID FIRRRREEEeeee! A new character gets introduced whose only interested in one thing, French animation astounds us, and we talk about a documentary on Studio Ghibli/Hayao Miyazaki that Rob and I saw. CLICK HERE to go to the full blog post & leave a comment! Annotations: (08:24) Stephen and Rob saw the Documentary...
Episode 57 - Idina Denzel Washington
December 03, 2014 15:59 - 1 hour - 69.4 MBSTAR WARS! TOY STORY! MEL BROOKS! FROZEN! NEW YOUTUBE SERIES FROM PAT! NEW ANIMATION FROM ROB! RAPID FIRE!!!!!!! Seriously, we have a lot of amazing topics to talk about this week. There's not any more introduction needed. Enjoy the episode! CLICK HERE to go to the full blog post & leave a comment! Annotations: (12:34) STAR WARS VII: THE FORCE AWAKENS teaser trailer (23:55) TOY STORY: THAT TIME FORGOT premieres Tues, Dec 2nd @ 8pm on ABC (29:15) Pat's new LET'S PLAY series! (39:4...
Episode 56 - Sugar Pie Honey Butt
November 26, 2014 18:59 - 1 hour - 62.3 MBWe have so many trailers to talk about this week! CINDERELLA, PEANUTS, and LucasFilm's STRANGE MAGIC which was dropped on our unsuspecting laps. The question is... does it hurt or feel just right? Speaking of feeling just right, we interview the last of the three winners of our #RubberOnionFanArt competition, Ronald Chaparro. And I bring back the Rapid Fire segment so we can adjust the stories you listeners submitted that we didn't have enough time/thought to address as a full story segment....
Episode 55 - Hasbrony
November 19, 2014 17:15 - 1 hour - 80.9 MBI like to call these episodes "classic." We've got news from the animation world and an interview with one of our #RubberOnionFanArt competition winners (Andrew Kaiko)! Lucasfilm surprised us with a new movie coming out in 2 months, new point-and-click game by The Neverhood creators is coming soon, and we talk a whole bunch about the PEANUTS hi-res images (this was one-day before the trailer leak!)... and we have a new segment: RAPID FIRE! Here we take the stories that you suggested which we...
Episode 54 - Three, Two, One... GO!
November 12, 2014 20:26 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBThis week, Stephen & Rob saw BIG HERO 6 and give their review on it as well as Disney's new animated short FEAST. We also talk to one of the three #RubberOnionFanArt October competition winners, Chris McEwan! But also... Stephen's computer decided to test his patience during the podcast recording by crashing multiple times -- which makes more work for him (me) but a more entertaining episode for you! CLICK HERE to go to the full blog post & leave a comment! Annotations: (04:28) REVIEW: ...
Episode 53 - Princess Kabooya
November 05, 2014 16:41 - 1 hour - 54.2 MBWe have a lot of great stories this week about new animation based on existing properties like the "Dredd" fanimation, a stop-mo "Elf" holiday special & Todd McFarlane making a new "Spawn" animated series... and new stuff like the "Over the Garden Wall" miniseries! We LOVED doing the special episodes but it's great to talk about animation news stories again and we want to know what YOU think about them too! Leave a comment below and share your thoughts on what we talked about CLICK HERE to ...
Episode 52 - Freelance Horror Stories
October 29, 2014 21:32 - 2 hours - 94.2 MBHAPPY HALLOWEEN!!! This week we reached out to other animators and creatives to give us their worst experiences in freelance that they could share with us like ghost stories around a campfire. Spooooooky! The idea is that if you're thinking of getting into freelance or can relate to some of these stories, they can serve as a heads-up on what you might encounter and/or how to prevent them. See? It's fun AND educational. I'm very proud of this episode so I hope you enjoy it and get lots of gre...
Episode 51 - Alan Becker Interview
October 22, 2014 19:27 - 1 hour - 76.1 MBThis week we have a very special interview: Alan Becker, creator of the hit "Animator vs Animation" stick-fight series joins us to talk about his experience with Kickstarter, what happened when his first short went viral, and how he actually does the things he does! There's a lot of really great stuff here for young and old animators from the Indie scene, especially when he starts talking about when and how he had to navigate the murky waters of a viral hit. And be sure to check out his work...
Episode 50 - One Year Anniversary Clusterfun
October 15, 2014 16:28 - 3 hours - 127 MBWe wanted to do something special for our anniversary episode, so it was LIVE. We also received a bunch of voicemails from you which made us so happy! But the fates seem to have other things in mind when we had traffic, timezone confusion, and a wrecked computer thrown at us. In a very RubberOnion fashion, though, we decided that computers be damned... we were going to do this! Stephen and Rob huddled around a tablet and Pat kept the stories rolling and we produced an episode of more fun and...
Episode 49 - Stackin' Books
October 08, 2014 19:05 - 1 hour - 68.1 MBStephen teaches food chemistry, a video of Pat is unearthed, Rob & Pat flirt over text message, a couple fans get in a Facebook fight on our page, and we all do impressions of Ray Romano. We also talk about Alan Becker's new short "Animator vs Animation IV," the strangely infamous new "Rocky & Bullwinkle" clip, and much more! We're getting close to our one-year anniversary and things are starting to ramp up. Enjoy the insanity! CLICK HERE to go to the full blog post & leave a comment! Anno...
Episode 48 - We Just Gave Up
October 01, 2014 19:33 - 1 hour - 48.9 MBSpeed round! Pat and Stephen had to get to trivia night because who else's going to know what year Space Jam was released (ahem 1996)? We all watched the Simpsons/Family Guy crossover episode and have some words. Don Hertzfeldt's Simpsons couch gag made people confused and intrigued. Also, the CW cancelled its Saturday morning cartoon lineup, the last of its kind on network TV, and you might be surprised what we think about that. And finally, we have clips and trailers to talk about! CLICK ...
Episode 47 - Two and a Half Men
September 25, 2014 00:15 - 1 hour - 74.9 MBPat's back! Feels so good to have the gang together for this one because we've got some great stories suggested by YOU. "Popeye", "Where Are They Now" animated short, "Deadpool" greenlit, "Rick and Morty" co-creator Justin Roiland fighting the Union, The Hub dies, Stephen updated an animation from 2010, and we inspire people apparently... seriously. And we have another submitted question! You will enjoy this one. You will. I promise. Kinda. CLICK HERE to go to the full blog post & leave a c...
Episode 46 - Hot Cocoa Show
September 17, 2014 17:40 - 1 hour - 81.5 MBWith a slow news week, Rob and Stephen settle down and talk about something bugging Rob lately: "how to be an animator AND have a life." We talk about productivity methods, past experiences, full time VS freelance, and of course -- stories! And also... VIEWER QUESTIONS!! But we start it all off with a clip from earlier in the week when Rob called Stephen to practice his telephone script he had to read on behalf of the Brooklyn Bourough president. And you all know what happens when Rob tries ...
Episode 45 - Butterfly McBeeBee
September 10, 2014 17:00 - 1 hour - 75 MBWhile Pat's off being all married and stuff, Rob and I talk about Signe Baumane's "Rocks in My Pockets," Bento Box keeping jobs in the US, and the "Hullabaloo" IndieGoGo campaign and why 2D ISN'T DEAD YOU GUYS jeez! I can't WAIT for the comments on THIS episode CLICK HERE to go to the full blog post & leave a comment! Annotations: (17:05) Rob and Stephen watched Signe Baumane's 'Rocks in My Pockets' (43:46) 'The Legend of Korra' greenlit for Book 4 (49:21) Bento Box Recognized for...
Episode 44 - Purse on Vacation
September 03, 2014 18:02 - 1 hour - 62.5 MBIs "Hello Kitty" a cat or isn't she?! Is "Bojack Horseman" any good? Is Marvel actually making a "Guardians of the Galaxy" animated series? She is, it is, and they aren't. There, now you don't need to listen to the episode. But if you didn't you'd miss our soothing voices and witty quips! Rob has some major technical issues and it made for an Intro that made me laugh so hard while I was cutting it together I had to take a break to wipe the tears from my eyes. How's THAT for raising your expe...
Episode 43 - Emmy Nom Noms
August 27, 2014 16:40 - 1 hour - 68 MBThe Emmys happened! They're a thing! We talk about the winners and our love for "Bob's Burgers" as well as the Every Simpsons Ever marathon happening on FXX (whatever THAT channel is...). The great Lord/Sir/Mr. Amazing Richard Attenborough passed away and we honor him, but then he honors us right back by giving us maybe the greatest transition we've ever done (divined through Pat, who's back this episode)! And don't say we never did anything for you, because we read another email exchange be...
Episode 42 - TMNT (2014) Movie Review
August 20, 2014 18:18 - 2 hours - 88.2 MBRob and Stephen saw the new "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" (2014) film... and have some words. We break it down and compare it in depth with other iterations of the franchise such as the 1990 movie, the 1987 cartoon series, 2003 cartoon series, and the original and new IDW comic book! Also, in true RubberOnion fashion... we do our own rendition of a beloved song. Listen for it! So what did you think of the movie and our review? CLICK HERE to go to the full blog post & leave a comment! Anno...
Episode 41 - Supermoon Nanu Nanu
August 13, 2014 18:34 - 1 hour - 66.6 MBRobin Williams, long-time friend to and lover of animation and a comedic and dramatic role model for many left us this week. We talk about what impact his life and career had on us and the field of animation as a whole. Other stories we cover in this episode are a survey which shows that YouTube stars are more popular than mainstream celebs among US teens, Golden Globes changing the animation rules, and what's going on with the Legend of Korra. CLICK HERE to go to the full blog post & leave...
Episode 40 - Aladdin in Space
August 06, 2014 18:42 - 1 hour - 80.6 MBThis week we talk about the new Spongebob Squarepants movie, Studio Ghibli might be closing, and Ross "rubberNinja" O'Donovan breaks down why YouTube's algorithm is hurting Indie Animators. Oh also, guess what? We made it to 40 episodes! Not a traditional milestone but who cares... we haven't completely fallen on our faces yet and that's something. Thanks for listening and discussing the episodes and all the stuff we say -- means a lot to us, or something. CLICK HERE to go to the full blog ...
Episode 39 - The Face of the Arms
July 30, 2014 16:13 - 1 hour - 56.7 MBWe're back! Last week's podcast was an awesome (if I do say so myself) old-timey radio show style episode... but this week we're back on animation stories from the week. We saw 5 minutes of the Simpsons/Family Guy crossover, the Mike Tyson Mysteries trailer, the Smiley face is getting its own show, and LAIKA's CEO wants to make hand-drawn animated films. Also, what happens when a huge Kickstart campaign (*cough* Yogscast *cough*) fails. Enjoy! CLICK HERE to go to the full blog post & leave ...
Episode 38 - City of Monsters
July 23, 2014 04:18 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MBThis week we shake things up by recording one of Pat's stories as an adventure radio show! It was enormous fun to do and we hope you get as much joy as we did from it... and it's under 20 minutes! CLICK HERE to go to the full blog post & leave a comment! Buy "Pat Ryan as Pat Ryan in: Pat Ryan and the City of Monsters" for only $1 on Amazon!! Check out more of your hosts: Stephen Brooks (@RubberOnion) Rob Yulfo (@RobYulfo) Pat Ryan (@TheBadPatRyan) And please Rate/Review us on iTunes & Ra...
Episode 37 - Zeus is Loose
July 16, 2014 15:01 - 1 hour - 64.3 MBCONSPIRACY! CONTROVERSY! A wage-fixing cartel was exposed in Silicon Valley with top animation studios at the center, so we discuss it... as best we can. Or as best as Stephen can explain it to Rob and Pat. We also talk Emmy noms, a new animation program, Andrew Kaiko's new fanimation using Toon Boom Animate, and Pat created a character! CLICK HERE to go to the full blog post & leave a comment! Annotations: (14:33) Simpsons denied Emmy nom for first time (technically) (29:31) Silicon...
Episode 36 - Diergo Kattora
July 09, 2014 18:51 - 2 hours - 89.8 MBWe have a monster of an episode this week! Two weeks of stories jam packed into one awesome episode with the entire crew: Stephen, Rob, & Pat. We talk about an email exchange between a writer and a producer, Glen Keane's new animated short "Duet," and some kid made a Kickstarter campaign to make potato salad and for some reason has earned $70,000+ (as of this post). Oh also, Rob met Shaggy and made a new animated short (not related)! Enjoy this delicious 2 hour episode... we hope it's as fun...
Episode 35 - Onion House
July 03, 2014 18:55 - 2 hours - 91.4 MBPat couldn't join in this week, so Stephen and Rob decided to discuss their own experiences in building an animation brand (indie and freelance) on the internet, and what trials, tribulations, and learning experiences they had to go through to get where they are now. Just like episode 25, we hope you enjoy this departure from the normal "stories of the week" format and encourage you to join the conversation in the comments section below! CLICK HERE to go to the full blog post & leave a comm...
Episode 34 - T.M.N.T. Burn Victims
June 25, 2014 18:56 - 1 hour - 63.9 MBThis week saw the release of a new TMNT (2014) trailer... so we talk about that. But in other less upsetting news, Genndy Tartakovsky's "Popeye" (2016) CGI film has a new image associated with it and it looks great! Finally, we talk about Colin Firth dropping out as the voice of Paddington... and coin #Firf in the process. CLICK HERE to go to the full blog post & leave a comment! Annotations: (12:54) New features on Adobe Flash CC 2014 (23:52) First Image Of Genndy Tartakovsky’s CG P...
Episode 33 - Wrapped Up in a Jock
June 18, 2014 18:43 - 1 hour - 68.7 MBWe have singing... we have stories... we have animation stories (this being an "animation podcast," it seemed appropriate)... what DON'T we have?! Listen as Stephen watches the World Cup and Rob & Pat try to keep him on topic. A lot of great tangents in this episode which are too numerous to put in the annotations so just... listen. And enjoy. Listen and enjoy! Also... SHAGGY WAS A THING CLICK HERE to go to the full blog post & leave a comment! Annotations: (13:32) Rob's new short "The ...
Episode 32 - Birthday Birthday Something Something
June 12, 2014 01:34 - 1 hour - 64.4 MBIt's Rob's Birthday!! It was Pat's Birthday last week!! And I still make them talk to me about cartoons! This week, we actually start the discussion with the Angry Video Game Nerd movie, because as Indie creators ourselves we're happy when one of our own (same medium or not) breaks ground on a huge development like this. And you know what? It doesn't stop there, Signe Baumane is another Indie creator who is making her first feature length animated film, "Rocks in my Pockets" and it's got a t...
Episode 31 - Diamond in the Mouth
June 04, 2014 20:13 - 1 hour - 63.9 MBWe kicked off June with another LIVE episode of the podcast! We talked about Reading Rainbow, gushed over Mukpuddy's work, loved the "Song of the Sea" trailer, and discussed Sony VFX house Imageworks leaving the US for greener tax credit pastures of the great north in Vancouver. But not before we could talk about Godzilla and Maleficent, however... two movies on opposite ends of the spectrum in numerous ways. Thanks to everyone who showed up for the live taping and joined us in the chat room...
Episode 30 - Speaking of 30...
May 28, 2014 22:35 - 1 hour - 60.5 MBThis week we have listener submitted questions (!!) but not before talking about the "Big Hero 6" trailer, "Happy" the happy meal mascot, and a couple other stories. Also, what would The Rubber Onion podcast be without some weird tangents? Behold as we talk about music we don't like and discuss the merits of the Michael Bay opus, "Pain & Gain." And on a serious note, thanks to everyone who's been listening and supporting this podcast! You're awesome and really have made doing this fun and wo...
Episode 29 - QVCinderella
May 22, 2014 01:48 - 1 hour - 54 MBStephen was traveling to and from the UK this week, and thus is sick and jet-lagged. We recorded this after midnight so Pat is attempting to be quiet. That leaves Rob to be the energetic & most eloquent of the three. So we talk about the Simpsons/Family Guy crossover, new "Big Hero 6" stills, and by popular demand we talk through the story behind the financial failure of "Legends of Oz: Dorothy's Return." Enjoy our sleepy drunk, low, and sickly sensual voices speak to the tune of animation s...
Episode 28 - Andy Serkissmyass
May 14, 2014 15:55 - 1 hour - 60.3 MBAndy Serkis is an ass. We talk about that & the stuff he said in a recent interview but 1ST... "MIKE TYSON MYSTERIES!" This is a thing, you guys, it's going to be on Adult Swim's 2014 lineup and it sounds amazing. We also talk about the "Akira" live-action fan film trailer & Adam Sandler determined to ruin one of my favorite animated shorts from 2010, "Pixels." Rob and Stephen recorded this a day early so Pat recorded his thoughts on the stories and is dropped in randomly throughout the podc...
Episode 27 - Yabba Dabba Don't
May 09, 2014 22:13 - 1 hour - 72.9 MB"The Simpsons" LEGO episode happened, DreamWorks launches a YouTube channel, and "The Flintstones" head back to the big screen! We also discuss the "TimeOut Top 100 Animated Films" list and our personal favorites. Oh and we also talk pooping... because we're adults. So this week's podcast was LIVE so there's a lot more showing off... which comes out in the form... OF SONG -- because that's normal. Enjoy! CLICK HERE to go to the full blog post & leave a comment! Annotations: (12:07) The ...
Episode 26 - Can We Edit That One Out?
April 30, 2014 17:42 - 2 hours - 90.7 MBAnd we finally break the 2hr mark! That's right, we talk about Batman and The Simpsons -- listing off our favorite episodes and moments -- and then shift over to talking about sexism in movies and the Bechdel test again. But if that's not enough, we close out the podcast with about 30min of discussing racism (centered around a story about "The Jungle Book")... so it's a super light and breezy listen. Oh, and Pat sings! As always, I encourage anyone to post their thoughts and feelings in the ...
Episode 25 - I Do Mickey Mouse
April 23, 2014 17:54 - 1 hour - 81.4 MBRob and Stephen talk about animation: where they got started, thoughts on where animation is going, and how to stay young & naive in a world that keeps knocking down your optimism. We were going to talk about some stories from this week, but since Pat is not with us on this episode we just ended up talking about some of the more "animator" parts of animation. Oh and let's not forget... this episode ends in violence! Not kidding. Hope all of you enjoy it and we'd love to hear what you have to...
Episode 24 - Illuminaughty
April 16, 2014 22:48 - 1 hour - 79.8 MBWhat an episode!! We have a couple great storytelling moments, we talk about focus groups, design issues, animation tips, and discussions on the best cartoon vehicles and how Hollywood turns shows into movies. This might be the most "Rubber Oniony" episode yet! We do all the things. Thanks to everyone who submitted topics and questions and hope you enjoy. Join the discussion in the comments and let us know what you think or what you'd like us to cover next week! CLICK HERE to go to the full...
Episode 23 - Unrelated Vomit Stories
April 10, 2014 01:15 - 1 hour - 62.9 MBArchie's gonna die! Rob was on Comedy Central! We tell vomit stories! So many things happening. This was our second attempt at a live podcast and we had a great turnout in the chat! Everyone was suggesting names for the title of the podcast and we ultimately chose the one Ryan from Mukpuddy animation studio suggested. This is also the first time we have something unique for both those who saw the podcast live and those of you listening here... success! But what I really want to know is... wh...
Episode 22 - TMNT (2014) Trailer Talk
April 02, 2014 21:40 - 1 hour - 63.6 MBThis week's podcast is all about the TMNT (2014) first trailer and how much it sucks... and why. We (meaning Stephen mostly, let's be honest) break down every incarnation of the Turtles and how things got to be where we are now, with two great incarnations and a possible disaster on the way. Also, Rob tells a sad story at the end you won't want to miss! This week, the audio was recorded off a LIVE broadcast with viewers and errrrrrrything. Fans made images, illustrations (below) and comments...
Episode 21 - Beefy Teenage Mutant Ninja Babies
March 26, 2014 19:27 - 1 hour - 55.3 MBThis episode might have my favorite segment in it so far where we rip up eHarmony's industry-specific list "15 Reasons to Date an Animator." Rob & Stephen are flying solo this episode with Pat off fighting crime for the week... and it goes as you might guess. Character voices are created, stories are told, transitions are fumbled, innuendos are made. But first, we HAD to talk about new info about the TMNT movie coming out... because Stephen... CLICK HERE to go to the full blog post & leave ...
Episode 20 - It's a Pube, Charlie Brown
March 20, 2014 00:12 - 1 hour - 70.8 MBA bunch of the things we talk about this week were actually stories that broke just yesterday! The new Peanuts teaser trailer hit this week and impressed everyone except, predictably, Pat. Also, in the world of "what-the-what-really-are-you-serious?!"... Sofia Coppola is rumored to be directing a Live-Action "The Little Mermaid." Finally, "The Incredibles 2" was confirmed, and so was "Cars 3"... what?! So we talk about those things. Enjoy all these talks! CLICK HERE to go to the full blog p...
Episode 19 - Crab Faces
March 12, 2014 15:59 - 1 hour - 54.4 MBSlow week for animation stories but we're back and funnier than evah! We have a great discussion about the internet, content creation, and the free vs paid problem of the previous two points. Oh we also talk about the new Simpsons couch gag and a whole bunch of Cartoon Network talk because of Stu Snyder's departure. We'd love to see what you think about these discussion so leave a comment, because comments are delicious to my creator tummy. CLICK HERE to go to the full blog post & leave a c...
Episode 18 - Adele Dazeem
March 05, 2014 23:21 - 1 hour - 72.5 MBLong live Adele Dazeem!! The Oscars were this weekend so we talk about them out of mostly obligation, but the real stories are with our own Rob Yulfo and Pat Ryan coming out with brand new creative content! Rob's got a new animated short and Pat has just started a Sci-Fi radio show series (both embedded here). We also talk about painted movie posters, Bill Waterson's new "comic", the documentary on the Rhythm & Hues bankruptcy and the VFX issue as a whole. This one was recorded in one long s...
Episode 17 - Jurassic Pat
February 26, 2014 23:18 - 1 hour - 58.7 MBEven with Stephen still on the road the podcasts don't stop... not with tablets, mobile hotspots, and coffee shops! This week had simultaneously the greatest rumor & the biggest, immediate letdown of that rumor. But with that, there's good news about Spectacular Spider-Man finally coming to Blu-ray, Greg McCleod's new animated short "365" and confirmation that Miyazaki really is retiring. Listen to the greatness! CLICK HERE to go to the full blog post & leave a comment! Annotations: (12:5...
Episode 16 - Animals Are Dumb
February 21, 2014 03:36 - 1 hour - 70.8 MBStephen is traveling this week... but that won't stop us! The podcast continues, with a spit & glue setup only MacGyver could understand. This week we talk about Clone Wars coming to Netflix, Annie Leibovitz making our casting game come true, and Rob finds a tumblr that... well... I'll let him explain it. We also talk about a post that made its rounds this week on what it actually means to be an animator. It was short and blunt and we have words about it. This week, a friend and fellow anima...
Episode 15 - Everything Is LEGO
February 13, 2014 07:23 - 1 hour - 76.4 MB"The LEGO Movie" blew our collective minds this weekend and we had to talk about it... a LOT! But don't worry there are absolutely NO spoilers at all in the discussion. We get into some interesting topics like metamodernism and the new comedy, selling out and how it's a crap concept, and the remix culture and understanding what the soul of a property is. Oh... and we had a WHOLE BUNCH OF TECHNICAL ISSUES! Man alive... for this being the most discussion we've ever had on any subject(s), this ...
Episode 14 - Joker Don't Play That
February 05, 2014 19:32 - 1 hour - 73.3 MBRANTS! Oh my, the rants. There's a lot to talk about this week and we really fit a lot in. This might be one of my favorite episodes yet, and definitely has my favorite Rob Yulfo photoshops (Homey/Joker & us as princesses at the bottom of this post). Last week was our special trivia episode so this week we're back to form with a longer episode where we really open up on some topics. I encourage all of you to post in the comments your thoughts on these topics. I look forward to it! CLICK HER...
Episode 13 - Old Kid Brooks
January 29, 2014 19:26 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBIt's my (Stephen's) Birthday! So, of course, we're playing trivia. Actually I'm reading the trivia questions while Pat & Rob struggle to happen upon a correct answer. Happy Birthday to me. This is another "special" podcast in that it's one of those short ones. It's an artifact of my hosting company, I only have so much space per month so every 4th episode... you get this. You're welcome. Sidenote: This Saturday, Feb 1st at 10pm ET on the LIVE section of this website we will be doing a speci...