Best Kyle Stevie Podcasts (2025)

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Prep & Landing: The Snowball Protocol Executive Producers, Kevin Deters and Stevie Wermers-Skelton 47:34

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12d ago47:34

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Tis the season to talk about Christmas animated films and there is none that brings more cheer than Disney's long running "Prep and Landing" animated specials! Tom and Tony rangle some reindeer fun with their interview with Prep & Landing: The Snowball Protocol Executive Producers, Kevin Deters and Stevie Wermers-Skelton! These directing/producing/…

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Instagram Comments We Wish We Posted - Hash it out 49:53

19d ago49:53

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Instagram Comments We Wish We Posted - Hash it outBy Bancroft Brothers

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Flashback Friday with Bruce W. Smith 1:18:03

1M ago1:18:03

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Flashback Friday with Bruce W. Smith Were you one of the millions of kids that grew up watching "The Proud Family" TV series on the Disney Channel in the 90s? If so, you're in for a great show with series creator Bruce Smith. Find out why Robin Williams called him "the Animator" and why the animation world looks up to Bruce Smith! The Bancroft Brot…

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You've graduated... now what? 1:12:02

2M ago1:12:02

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In this episode, Tony and Tom tap three recently graduated animation students to discuss what they are experiencing in the scary "real world" of animation! We feature Riley Housden (Undrgraduate), Dakota Byard (Masters), and Jacob Birm (Masters) all of which attended the Lipscomb Animation program in Nashville. Find out their thoughts and expectati…

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#100 Celebrating the 100th Episode of The Creative Spirits Unleashed Podcast 1:52:04

2M ago1:52:04

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I have just released the 100th episode of the Creative Spirits Unleashed Podcast. For most of the 99 episodes of this podcast, I have been your host. In this episode, the tables are turned. This time, it’s me answering some thought provoking, and in at least one case, tear-inducing questions asked by Stevie Delahunt. Here’s how this episode came to…

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Indie Animation with the founder of Brazen Animation - Bryan Engram 59:05

2M ago59:05

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Indie Animation with the founder of Brazen Animation - Bryan EngramBy Bancroft Brothers

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#99 Carolyn Swinton: Chasing Hope 1:40:45

3M ago1:40:45

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My guest for this episode is Carolyn Swinton, who is an Executive Coach and consultant, and who also happens to be one of my former clients. We worked together years ago when she was the Chief Nursing Officer of a large hospital organization. We’ve stayed in touch over the years, and more than once, after we had a meaningful conversation, I hung up…

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Light of the World: How to make an Indy 2d feature film - John J Schafer & Pam Darley 1:24:25

3M ago1:24:25

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To celebrate today's release of the 2d animated film "Light of the World"- a film the Bancroft's worked on- they discuss the ins and outs of creating a 2d independent animated feature film. They are joined by directing partner John J Schafer and producer Pam Darley. Let's get into it!By Bancroft Brothers

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#98 Tik Maynard: Starting in the Middle 1:35:03

3M ago1:35:03

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My guest for this episode of the podcast is Tik Maynard. If you follow Road to the Horse, known as the world championship of colt starting, you know him as the winner of the last two years. Besides that distinction, he is a 3 day event rider, clinician, and horse trainer. Yet,Tik shared a very simple bio about himself: Author of two books. Father o…

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The Bookish Animator: Julia McIntyre 59:08

3M ago59:08

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The Bancroft's sit down with Julia McIntyre, also known as @thebookishanimator_ After losing her dream job in 2d animation, she gained popularity on her social media by creating animated scenes based on books she was reading. Publishers now come to her to create custom content for new book releases!By Bancroft Brothers

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With YouTube Artist Jackie Droujko 1:16:35

4M ago1:16:35

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Welcome to a fun and inspiring episode of our podcast, featuring YouTube character designer, filmmaker, and influencer Jackie Droujko! 🎙✨ In this candid conversation, Jackie opens up about her creative journey — from early struggles to major successes — and shares the lessons she's learned along the way.…

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#97 Stevie Delahunt: Balancing Fear and Confidence in Endurance Sports 2:02:09

4M ago2:02:09

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My guest for this episode is Stevie Delahunt, returning for the 3rd time. We spoke about this time last year, after she finished the endurance race known as Tevis a 100 mile endurance ride on the Western States Trail in California. This ride is legendary, with only 39% of the entrants completing the full race this year. Stevie was one of those ride…

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With Digital brush creator, Kyle Webster! 1:14:13

4M ago1:14:13

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It's podcast episode 275 and we saved it for the amazing Kyle T. Webster! If you have used Photoshop within the last five years, you know Kyle by his digital brushes that he created for Adobe. He has an interesting story of being the forerunner of creating digital brushes, creating relationships with major studios, being an early entrepreneur on Gu…

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#96 Kyle Pertuis: Unlocking Leadership Potential and Cultural Growth 1:14:48

4M ago1:14:48

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My guest on this episode of the podcast is Kyle Pertuis of Mindfit Coaching. Kyle and I have known each other for at least 25 years, first meeting in Lake Lure when he was in the hospitality business. Now he is a coach, and I was intrigued to hear what he’s been up to in the last decade or so, and what drove him to make such a huge career shift. In…

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Is 2D Animation making a comeback? With Snow Bear creator Aaron Blaise and Producer Nick Burch 1:10:40

5M ago1:10:40

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Is 2d animation making a comeback? It is if you're talking with Tom and Tony and Aaron Blaise and Nick Burch! Join these four animation vets as they discuss where 2d animation is now, what's happening with Aaron's one man-, hand drawn "Snow Bear" short film, will Disney get back into the 2d game, and what's next for this group of 2d animation lover…

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Making your own Animated short - with Nathan Englehardt and Jeremy Spears 50:47

5M ago50:47

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There are a flood of amazing animated short films out and coming your way so Tony and Tom are sitting with a few creators to discuss their films pre-Oscar buzz! For this episode, the Bancrofts interview Disney animation supervisor Nathan Englehardt and Disney Storyboard artist Jeremy Spears, the two creators/directors of the CG animated short film …

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#95: Hannah Betts: Facing Fear; Lessons from a Stuntwoman 1:37:15

5M ago1:37:15

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My guest for this episode is Hannah Betts, Hollywood Stuntwoman, Professional Skydiver and more. If you watched the Superbowl this year, you saw Hannah land in a cruise ship swimming pool after jumping out of a helicopter. She shares some of the behind-the-scenes magic from that commercial, as well as some of the scarier stunts she’s done for other…

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Steamroller Animation 53:00

6M ago53:00

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Tony (without Tom this time) sits down with the founders of Steamroller Animation- a new independent animation studio that is creating "steam" throughout the industry! Innovative training programs and interesting projects abound at Steamroller. Have a listen to hear how they are trying to make a difference in the US animation market!…

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#94 Julia Carpenter: The Two Step Way 1:48:21

6M ago1:48:21

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My guest for this episode of the podcast is Julia Carpenter. This episode started unlike any other I’ve done. Julia read a passage from a non-published book she calls the Prologue to the Unwritten Memoir. The passage was a launching point for touching on many, many themes. Perhaps the most important was the theme of finding our true nature and purp…

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Phineas and Ferb - Dan Povenmire & Jeff "Swampy" Marsh 37:36

6M ago37:36

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#93: Traveling with Bernie Harberts 1:57:06

6M ago1:57:06

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My guest for this episode is Bernie Harberts. We covered so much ground in this podcast, much like Bernie has done for much of his life. When I say covering ground, that’s for real. Bernie has taken several cross country trips with his mules over the years, covering over 10,000 miles and 1,000 nights. In our conversation, he offers his hard-earned …

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#92 Dancing the Tightrope: Chapter 19 & 20: Back on THE Horse and Conclusion 46:26

7M ago46:26

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This episode of the podcast is the last two chapters of Dancing the Tightrope. We have reached the end of the book! You might hear me be a little choked up at the end of this reading. There are so many layers to unpack as to why. First, when I started reading this book, I didn’t expect to get much further than Chapter 1. Just reading twenty whole c…

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#91: Dancing the Tightrope: Chapter 16, 17 & 18; Courage; Congruence, and Clarity 1:04:47

7M ago1:04:47

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This episode of the podcast is Chapters 16, 17, and 18 of Dancing the Tightrope, the last of the self-awareness chapters, or as I call them the “C” chapters. In these chapters, we cover courage, congruence and clarity. Over and over again, I come back to these chapters to find what’s missing when I find myself stuck. My favorite quote from the Cour…

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#90 Dancing the Tightrope: Chapter 14 & 15; Commitment and Curiosity; A Super Tool 29:22

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This episode includes Dancing the Tightrope Chapters Fourteen Commitment and Fifteen Curiosity. These are the first two of five chapters in the book outlining the building blocks of self-awareness. If you have listened this far, you have certainly heard me talk about the value of these inner “tools.” I decided to highlight the five building blocks …

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#89 Dancing the Tightrope: Ch 12 & 13: The Froth is My Friend and The Art of Living 39:37

7M ago39:37

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This episode includes Dancing the Tightrope Chapters Twelve The Froth is My Friend and Thirteen The Art of Living. These chapters mark a turning point in my journey of making friends with pressure. To this day, I still find it difficult to explain how different this approach to pressure – and to life – is from the typical approach espoused in high …

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Making it in Animation with Aaron Blaise, Lara Carson, Matt O'Callaghan and Chelsea Trousdale 1:05:17

7M ago1:05:17

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Recorded at this year's Animation Y'all Expo this was a panel called "Making it in Animation" with words of encouragement from vets to newer industry professionals. This panel includes tips, tricks and anecdotes from Aaron Blaise, Lara Carson, Matt O'Callaghan and wonderfully moderated by Chelsea Trousdale. If you are struggling to find your way in…

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GenAI as a Tool? with filmmaker Paul Trillo 1:29:02

7M ago1:29:02

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Here's a description: In our unofficial "Part 3" of podcasts where we talk to industry insiders about GenAI usage and how it will affect artists, The Bancroft Bros talk with filmmaker Paul Trillo from the LA studio, Asteria. Paul and his team have just finished an animated music video for artist Cuco called "A Love Letter to LA" that uses hand draw…

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# 88: Dancing the Tightrope: Chapter 10 & 11; The Mistake Cycle: The What’s Next Cycle 1:27:10

7M ago1:27:10

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In this episode, I’m reading Chapters 10 and 11 of Dancing the Tightrope. If there is a theme in these two chapters of my journey, I have to call it “stuff happens.” I’m going along, expecting things to go as planned, and instead, something unexpected turns everything on its head. Of course something unexpected happened. That’s how the world works.…

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#87 Dancing the Tightrope Ch. 8 & 9 My No-Riding Riding Lesson: Filling in the Holes 53:27

8M ago53:27

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In this episode of the podcast, I am reading chapters 8 and 9 of Dancing the Tightrope. I'm starting to put things together, as you will hear when you listen. At the very beginning of chapter eight, I had a wild experience going out and learning the negative-positive poll in a completely new or deeper way. Let me tell you something that's interesti…

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"Here's the pitch.." Chris Sonnenburg & Jeff Snow from Animation Y'all Expo 1:06:17

8M ago1:06:17

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The Bancroft Brothers present the Chris Sonnenburg show- co-starring Jeff Snow! Yep, this episode is a panel that Chris and Jeff put on at our own Animation Y'all Expo just a couple months ago. Chris leads the panel which is called "Here's the pitch.." - and he goes deep on how you need to think about your show so it can get bought! Chris and Jeff …

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#86: Dancing the Tightrope: Chapter 6 & 7; The Decision-Sort of: Imbalance is a Good Thing 50:00

8M ago50:00

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In this episode of the podcast, I’m reading Chapters 6 and 7, The Decision – Sort of, and Imbalance is a Good Thing. As you will hear, at this stage of the journey, I’m somewhat flailing. Looking back on it, I’m still surprised that I took the path I did. Some part of me saw the promise of taking the more difficult path – something that was typical…

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#85 Dancing the Tightrope: Chapter 4 & 5; Failure Is Not Failure at All Plus Assessing Risk 47:16

8M ago47:16

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This episode of the podcast features chapters 4 and 5 of Dancing the Tightrope. If you haven’t listened to the first 3 chapters, I suggest listening to those first. It will help make sense of what’s coming in these next few chapters. When I listened back to Chapter 3, where I read the sidebar blog “Where’s My Choice Here?”, it was somewhat stunning…

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Co-creator of Pixar's Win or Lose series, Carrie Hobson! 50:32

8M ago50:32

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Co-creator of Pixar's Win or Lose series, Carrie Hobson!By Bancroft Brothers

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#84 Dancing the Tightrope: Chapter 3; Invisible Tools 46:42

8M ago46:42

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This week’s episode is – drumroll – Chapter 3 of Dancing the Tightrope. I’m just going to say it – you were right and I was wrong! I’m speaking to those who’ve been telling me for a long time that they would appreciate an audio version of my book. Not only have I been getting great feedback and gratitude for providing the book in this form, but I h…

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#83 Dancing the Tightrope: Chapter 2; Growth in Recovery 43:07

9M ago43:07

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In my last episode of the podcast, I started an experiment by reading the first chapter of my book Dancing the Tightrope. My promise was that if I heard from my readers and listeners that it was valuable, I would do more. Secretly, I did not expect anything to come of it. Of course, I was wrong! You have spoken (at least some of you!) and I am list…

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VO Actor Eric Bauza 37:09

9M ago37:09

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In this fun episode, the Bancroft Bros get the chance to speak with the amazing voice actor, Eric Bauza, the voice for Daffy Duck, Elmor Fudd and many more. He also does a pretty good TRUMP, as you'll hear. We discuss the upcoming release of the fully 2D animated new WB feature film, "The Day the Earth Blew Up". You won't want to miss this one! Lis…

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#82: Dancing the Tightrope; Too Much Pressure for Me 21:49

9M ago21:49

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This episode of the podcast is something new. Let’s call it an experiment. I’ll explain shortly, but first some context. Since I published Dancing the Tightrope, What Falling Off a Horse Taught Me About Embracing Pressure, Fear and Uncertainty in 2022, many people have asked me for an audio book. While I’m aware of the huge trend towards audio book…

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Illustrator James Gurney 1:15:03

9M ago1:15:03

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The Bancroft Brothers are honored to have the legendary illustrator, James Gurney on the podcast this week! We discovered so many similarities in our paths and mutual loves and influences. Enjoy this discussion of animation, illustration, and even a bit of where he believes things are headed for himself- and possibly you.…

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Paul and Gaetan Brizzi 59:15

10M ago59:15

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The twins interview twins in this Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast episode! French animation mastors and Disney alum directors, Paul and Gaetan Brizzi, have a storied past on some of the most epic Disney films of the 90s. Tony and Tom discuss their storyboarding and directing of some of the most iconic scenes in films like Hunchback of Notre Dam…

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#81 Chris Heron: The Path to Balance and Well-Being 1:54:59

10M ago1:54:59

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My guest for this episode of the podcast is Chris Heron, who is the Director and Head Coach of Waterski and Wakeboard Scotland. Not only is he a coach, he is also the 3 time Scottish National Waterski Champion. This podcast happened because I just happened to open an email that came in through my contact form on my website. Nine times out of ten, t…

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From Illustration to Character Design with Thomas Fluharty 1:14:16

10M ago1:14:16

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Welcome to another Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast! In this episode, Tom and Tony interview uber-talented illustrator and character designer Thomas Fluharty. Thomas has been in advertising and editorial illustration for magazines and newspapers for most of his career and has recently dove into the animation world through character design. In fa…

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#80 Chantel Prat: The Neuroscience of You 1:45:33

10M ago1:45:33

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My guest for this episode is Chantel Prat. If her name is not already familiar to you, she is the author of the book The Neuroscience of You. What got me really excited about having her on the podcast was her willingness to play with ideas about learning from two sides of the coin: the science of it in her academic world and the experience of it in…

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Seize the Day! 1:17:06

11M ago1:17:06

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The BBros reminisce about a time in their lives when these two wet behind the ears, shy boys were trying to break into the animation industry. These are the stories that were game changer moments and helped define us. Listen to this episode if you are just starting out and-Seize the day!By Bancroft Brothers

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Designing Animation with Izzy Burton 1:12:34

11M ago1:12:34

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The Bros enjoyed a sit down conversation with the talented UK Concept Artist Izzy Burton! Fresh off of working together on a 2D feature film, we discuss: Her amazing drive and how she doesn't suffer from FOMO, but FONC (Fear of Not Creating), having an artist partner, and what the UK animation market is like right now and how she finds work. Happy …

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The Animation Year in Review 48:24

12M ago48:24

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In this fun-filled Hash It Out episode, Tom and Tony discuss what's happening in the industry with the Anination Union negotiations, trying to get AI standards, and how it can affect you. Let's get into it!By Bancroft Brothers

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#79 Nancy Zintsmaster: The Power of Presence and Authenticity 1:47:37

12M ago1:47:37

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My guest for this episode is Nancy Zintsmaster, who is co-founder and master trainer in The Carolyn Resnick Method Liberty Horsemanship. I’m going to start this introduction with a question: What would your life – and leadership - look like if you were able to partner with others using connection and harmony rather than control, force or fear? That…

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Tod Polson - The 21 43:53

12M ago43:53

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In this episode, Tom and Tony interview a true "artist's artist", Tod Polson, master animation designer and director. We discuss Tod's amazing book about Maurice Noble and what he learned from Chuck Jones's main layout artist at Warner Brothers Studios. We then dive into discussing his newest short film, "The 21" a powerful and stylized film that t…

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#78 Corey Vaughn: Adapting to Challenging Conditions 1:54:12

12M ago1:54:12

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After a brief hiatus, the podcast is back with guest water skier Corey Vaughn. You may remember that we spoke in the Spring, where Corey described his 1000-day plan to see how far he could take his water ski goals if he chose to really go for it. In that conversation, he laid out some specific goals for the season, and promised to return in the Fal…

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Hash It Out - Lightbox 2024 40:16

1y ago40:16

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As promised, this is the Bancroft Brothers breakdown of this year's Lightbox Expo. And it was a good one! The B boys also talk about their own expo, Animation Y'all in Nashville and give out some exclusive announcements! You know who's coming? You will after listening to this episode!By Bancroft Brothers

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Primos - Natasha Kline 58:09

1y ago58:09

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In this episode, the "twin bros that knows" interview Showrunner Natasha Kline, creator of the Disney show "Primos". Hear her story of developing it through a hurtle like the pandemic while keeping site of her dream- to make a show based off her own story- about a Latin American girl with many different cousins all living nearby! After all, "Primos…