Animation Fascination

For the first time on the podcast we're joined by an employee of DreamWorks Animation! Jessica Forer, a production coordinator at the studio joins us to co-host the entire episode as well as discuss her career.  Amongst things discussed are: Ms. Forer's love of classic animation, the Mickey Mouse short "Get a Horse!", and the closure of Pixar Canada. (Recorded on 10/20/13) Website: AnimationFascination.wordpress.comE-mail: animationfascinationpodcast@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/animationfascination/message

In part two of our two-parter, Media Fondue's Cortney Williams and Jenny Pereira join Marc to discuss their adventure at Disney's 2013 D23 Expo. From "Oliver and Company" to "The World's End", John Lasseter handing out compliments, and seeing Richard Sherman and Alan Menken in concert. All this, plus a whole lot more... Website: AnimationFascination.wordpress.comE-mail: animationfascinationpodcast@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/animationfascination/message

In part one of a two-parter Stanford Clark tells Marc about all of the awesome experiences and news he learned from his trip to Disney's 2013 D23 Expo. Amongst things discussed are Pixar and Walt Disney Animation Studios' slate of upcoming films. Geeking out in front of Disney legends, and the Waffle-inator! We also cover a whole slew of new releases as well as a ton of news from around the animation industry. Website: AnimationFascination.wordpress.comE-mail: animationfascinationpodcast@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/animationfascination/message

It's our fiftieth epiversary and the gang's all here! We've done a lot in the past 49 episodes, and spoken to quite a few amazing people from the animation industry along the way. In this special episode, Marc Vibbert and Matt Quest are joined by Justin Vactor, Jon Hueber, Matt Hardeman, Stanford Clark, and Phil Shenton to discuss the past and look towards the future. The guys face off in a "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" trivia showdown, but who will come out victorious? All this, plus so much more! “We keep moving forward, opening new doors, and doing new things, because we’re curious and curiosity keeps leading us down new paths.” - Walt Disney Website: AnimationFascination.wordpress.comE-mail: animationfascinationpodcast@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/animationfascination/message

Beginning neural handshake... Join Marc and guest host Jon Hueber as they head to the "Pacific Rim" to talk with returning guest Hal Hickel, of Industrial Light and Magic. Hal discusses in-depth the production of the film and what it was like to work with Guillermo del Toro, who he'd co-pilot a Jaeger with, what Kaiju was his favorite, and where he'd like to see the story go in a sequel. So sit back and enjoy, because today we are cancelling the apocalypse! Website: AnimationFascination.wordpress.com E-mail: animationfascinationpodcast@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/animationfascination/message

We journey back to the land of Emeryville, CA in this episode to interview another amazing Pixar employee. This time we were lucky enough to speak with Arik Ehle who started as a production assistant and has worked his way up to become an animator. Filling in for Matt this week is our site writer, Stanford Clark. Join us as we discuss the Studio Ghibli documentary, the new Mickey Mouse shorts, and the newest animated Disney films. Website: AnimationFascination.wordpress.com E-mail: animationfascinationpodcast@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/animationfascination/message

Hop on the bus with Marc and Matt as they head to Monsters University for orientation. Joining them on campus are Pixar story artist Austin Madison and animator Chris Chua to give us an in-depth look at the production of the film as well as a little bit about "The Blue Umbrella". Hear it here first: details about the MU short that will appear on the Blu-ray this fall, "Party Central" directed by Kelsey Mann. Little surprises around every corner, but nothing dangerous, so stay tuned! Website: AnimationFascination.wordpress.com E-mail: animationfascinationpodcast@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/animationfascination/message

Strap on your Omnitrix, contact the Legion of Superheros and head with us to Xavier's School for Gifted Youngsters. In this episode Marc and Matt are joined by voice actor Yuri Lowenthal ("Ben 10: Ultimate Alien", "Naruto", "Wolverine and the X-Men") to discuss his voice acting career. We talk about his original web series "Shelf Life", geeking out around other actors, and how he joined John Connor to fight SkyNet. All that plus much, much more!! Website: AnimationFascination.wordpress.com E-mail: animationfascinationpodcast@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/animationfascination/message

Open your closet door and join us as we head to Monstropolis with our special guest hosts T.J. and Julie from "Pixar Post". In this episode we discuss our memories and favorite scenes from Pixar's "Monsters, Inc." as well as what we want to see in "Monsters University". Also discussed: news from DreamWorks Animation, the newest Blu-rays, "The Art of Monsters University" book, and Julie's journey into Oz.  Website: AnimationFascination.wordpress.com  E-mail: animationfascinationpodcast@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/animationfascination/message

Get ready to board the Pirate Captain's ship and head across the pond as our site writer Phil Shenton interviews Mr. Peter Lord, the Co-Owner and Creative Director of Aardman Animations. Peter Lord has produced many of Aardman's films and television series, as well as directing "The Pirates! Band of Misfits" (or "The Pirates! In an Adventure with Scientists") and "Chicken Run". Marc and Matt also discuss Pixar's first holiday special, new Disney Animation Blu-ray releases, MeridaGate, and much, much more. Website: AnimationFascination.wordpress.com E-mail: animationfascinationpodcast@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/animationfascination/message

Ready for a bad pun? No? Well here it is anyway... On the "Platt"-er for this episode is our awesome guest, the mile-a-minute voice actress, Tara Platt ("Naruto", "Ben 10: Ultimate Alien"). Tara joins Matt and Marc to discuss the acting industry, what it's like to run your own production company, and how life is awesome when you're married to someone in the same profession as you.  Website: AnimationFascination.wordpress.com  E-mail: animationfascinationpodcast@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/animationfascination/message

Nick, Nick, Nick, Nick, NickNick, Nick Nick, Nickel-od-eon. In this episode Marc and Matt are joined by Animation Fascination writer Matt Hardeman to discuss Nicktoons! All your favorites are here; from "Doug", "Rugrats", and "Angry Beavers", to "The Wild Thornberrys", "Hey Arnold!", and "Ren and Stimpy". So sit back, grab some powdered toast, rock out with The Beets, and tell old football head to move it, because this is sure to be a hoot! Website: AnimationFascination.wordpress.com E-mail: animationfascinationpodcast@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/animationfascination/message

Scorch me, baby! Straight from Planet Baab all the way to the Dark Planet itself, we're back with another episode. Marc and Matt interview Cal Brunker the writer/director of Rainmaker Entertainment's "Escape from Planet Earth". They discuss Cal's introduction into the world of animation, what it's like working at different animation studios, and the zombie version of Gary Supernova. Also discussed: review of Dreamworks' "The Croods", new trailers for "Despicable Me 2" and "Turbo", and whole slew of animation news. Website: AnimationFascination.wordpress.com E-mail: animationfascinationpodcast@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/animationfascination/message

Step right up and come on in, here's where the fun begins! In this episode there's so much to do, getting ready just for you, everybody's busy, bringing you a Disney afternoon! In case you haven't guessed yet Marc and Matt are joined by Justin Vactor to discuss the early 90s era of Disney animation on TV. From "Darkwing Duck", to "Rescue Rangers", "TaleSpin", "Gargoyles", and "Gummi Bears", all the favorites are discussed as well as much, much more.. So what to do? Just grab onto some "DuckTales"  and let's get dangerous. Website: AnimationFascination.wordpress.com E-mail: animationfascinationpodcast@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/animationfascination/message

In this episode Matt is away so Marc is joined by Rudie Obias (from "AuteurCast"). They recap the 85th annual Academy Awards nominees and winners, as well as their opinions on the films. Also discussed: new Blu-ray/DVD releases from Disney and Pixar, the VFX protests, and new trailers including Sony Pictures Animation's Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2. Website: AnimationFascination.wordpress.com E-mail: animationfascinationpodcast@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/animationfascination/message

In this episode Marc and Matt become renaissance men with guest host Josh Spiegel (from "Mousterpiece Cinema"). From "The Little Mermaid" up to "Tarzan", we discuss Disney's most successful era that began in the late 80s and ended around the year 2000. Also discussed: the new release "Escape from Planet Earth", some new clips from "Monsters University", as well as news from Dreamworks and Illumination Entertainment. Website: AnimationFascination.wordpress.com E-mail: animationfascinationpodcast@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/animationfascination/message

Can you hear the music? In this episode Marc and Matt interview Annie Award nominated Pixar composer Alex Mandel. We discuss Alex's influences on his music, how he came to work for Pixar, Mickey Mouse-ing, and what it's like to have an iTunes library in your head. Alex also talks about the collaborative process at Pixar and the 25 verse version of one of the songs he wrote for Brave. The new trailers for Monsters University and From Up on Poppy Hill, as well as our recommendations are also brought up. Website: AnimationFascination.wordpress.com E-mail: animationfascinationpodcast@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/animationfascination/message

To inifinity and beyond! In this episode Marc and Matt interview the "Live-Action Toy Story Project" group led by Jonason Pauley and Jesse Perrotta  (as well as part of thier crew, Kimberley Ruano and Amy Shufelt). Amongst things discussed: Peter Pan, Teddy bears with swords, Kevin Smith, and fresh guacamole. So grab Buzz and Woody, sit back, and enjoy! Website: AnimationFascination.wordpress.com E-mail: animationfascinationpodcast@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/animationfascination/message

What time is it?!? It's podcasting time!! In this episode Marc and Matt are joined by guest host George Underwood to discuss Cartoon Network's [adult swim] and their similar shows. They also weigh in on the Oscar nominations for animated features and shorts. So join us on the Planet Express as we go on this podcasting adventure. Website: AnimationFascination.wordpress.com E-mail: animationfascinationpodcast@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/animationfascination/message

Happy New Year! In the first episode of 2013 Marc and Matt are joined by returning guest host, Ralph Apel. Amongst things discussed are "Green Lantern: The Animated Series", our best of 2012 lists, and what we're excited for in 2013. Website: AnimationFascination.wordpress.com E-mail: animationfascinationpodcast@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/animationfascination/message