Best The Bancroft Brothers Podcasts (2025)

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

1d ago37:36

37:36

By Bancroft Brothers

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The Bancroft Brothers 1:22:48

26d ago1:22:48

1:22:48

Giuseppe Castellano talks to The Bancroft Brothers about how they approach character design; which lesser-known animation greats deserve more love; what it means to animate from the heart; and more. Listen to The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast at bancroftbros.libsyn.com, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Artists mentioned in this episode inc…

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Michael Maslin 1:12:21

4d ago1:12:21

1:12:21

Giuseppe Castellano talks to author and long-time New Yorker cartoonist, Michael Maslin, about the reasons why Michael chronicles the history of cartooning; what differentiates a cartoonist and an illustrator; what “being there” means for cartoonists… and illustrators; and more. To learn more about Michael and Inkspill, visit michaelmaslin.com. Art…

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Mary Ann Naples 47:51

12d ago47:51

47:51

Giuseppe Castellano talks to Mary Ann Naples, the COO & Publisher of Publishers Marketplace, about what it means (and why it’s hard) for publishers to sell books to book-sellers; what value PM brings to the publishing community; what advice all creatives should follow, if they want to be a publishing or published professional; and more. To learn mo…

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

15d ago1:05:17

1:05:17

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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Brian Selznick 58:28

19d ago58:28

58:28

Giuseppe Castellano talks to Caldecott Medal-winning illustrator and author, Brian Selznick, about Brian’s approach to illustration; what’s wrong about the “tap into your inner child” advice for writers; why you should only compare yourself to yourself; and more. To learn more about Brian, visit brianselznick.com. Artists mentioned in this episode …

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Nicholas Kole 1:04:19

1M ago1:04:19

1:04:19

Giuseppe Castellano talks to illustrator and character designer, Nicholas Kole, about how being stubbornly buoyant has helped his creative career; what “feeling” has to do with character design; why artists might want to follow the 80/20 rule; and more. To learn more about Nicholas, visit nicholaskole.art. Artists mentioned in this episode include:…

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

1M ago1:29:02

1:29:02

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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Sol Cotti 55:18

1M ago55:18

55:18

Giuseppe Castellano talks to award-winning illustrator, Sol Cotti, about how a little shamelessness can go a long way in establishing an illustration practice; why illustrators should generate ideas without using generative AI; why now is the time for illustrators to share their work; and more. To learn more about Sol, visit solcotti.com. Artists m…

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Marc Burckhardt 42:49

2M ago42:49

42:49

Giuseppe Castellano talks to artist and illustrator, Marc Burckhardt, about “real opportunities” for illustrators; how Generative AI is a degradation of the making and perception of art; what “talent” really is among creatives; and more. To learn more about Marc, visit marcburckhardt.com. Artists mentioned in this episode include: C.F. Payne, Anita…

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

2M ago1:06:17

1:06:17

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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Jessie Kanelos Weiner 39:02

2M ago39:02

39:02

Giuseppe Castellano talks to illustrator, author, and educator, Jessie Kanelos Weiner, about the healing properties of watercolor; what it means, with respect to mental health, to be “the movement”; what three words all creatives need to hear; and more. To learn more about Jessie and her book, Thinking in Watercolor, visit jessiekanelosweiner.net. …

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Lori Steel 56:04

2M ago56:04

56:04

Giuseppe Castellano talks to Lori Steel, Literary Agent and Founder of SteelWorks Literary, about launching a literary agency amid concerns (from some) surrounding the health of the children’s book industry; what she looks for in a children’s book creator; what Henry David Thoreau can teach illustrators; and more. To learn more about Steelworks Lit…

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

2M ago50:32

50:32

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

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Charly Palmer 47:45

2M ago47:45

47:45

Giuseppe Castellano talks to award-winning illustrator, fine artist, and dreamer, Charly Palmer, about why he focuses on doing better, and on putting love out into the world; why artists should work on their relationship with their art; why he thinks there’s no such thing as a self-taught artist; and more. To learn more about Charly, visit charlypa…

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Arabelle Liepold 46:50

2M ago46:50

46:50

Giuseppe Castellano talks to Arabelle Liepold, Executive Director of The Society of Illustrators, about the past, present, and future of the Society; why illustrators should consider becoming members; what the Society can be for… society; and more. To learn more about the Society, visit societyillustrators.org. Artists mentioned in this episode inc…

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VO Actor Eric Bauza 37:09

3M ago37:09

37:09

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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Edward Gorey 1:11:12

3M ago1:11:12

1:11:12

Giuseppe Castellano talks to the folks behind The Edward Gorey House (as well as other Gorey fanatics and aficionados) about the life, work, and house of Edward Gorey. The first half of this episode was recorded at Gorey’s 100th birthday gala, which was held at The Mansion at Ocean Edge in Brewster, Massachusetts. Special thanks go to The Edward Go…

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Sarah Gonzales 40:25

3M ago40:25

40:25

Giuseppe Castellano talks to award-winning illustrator, Sarah Gonzales, about what the Ezra Jack Keats Award brought to her creative practice; why using traditional media and digital media is not an either/or proposition; what piece of very good advice she has taped to her wall; and more. To learn more about Sarah, visit sgonzalesart.com. Artists m…

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Illustrator James Gurney 1:15:03

3M ago1:15:03

1:15:03

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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Emily Flake 35:34

3M ago35:34

35:34

Giuseppe Castellano talks to cartoonist, writer, and comic, Emily Flake, about her work as a staff artist for The New Yorker; what “rejection” is and isn’t for illustrators (and comics); what it means to burden our work with the weight the world; and more. To learn more about Emily, visit emilyflake.com. Artists mentioned in this episode include: J…

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Bob Staake 54:05

3M ago54:05

54:05

Giuseppe Castellano talks to one of the nation’s most prolific illustrators, Bob Staake, about how his creative approach aligns and differs between editorial and children’s book illustration; why children’s books shouldn’t have messages or morals, but rather truths or shares; what having a 50-year illustration career comes down to; and more. To lea…

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Paul and Gaetan Brizzi 59:15

4M ago59:15

59:15

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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Michael Dante DiMartino 58:58

4M ago58:58

58:58

Giuseppe Castellano talks to writer, producer, and co-creator of the animated series Avatar: The Last Airbender and Legend of Korra, Michael Dante DiMartino, about the challenges he faced in self-publishing his young adult novel, Both Here and Gone; how he weaves emotions like grief, depression, and anger into appealing stories for a young audience…

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Skylar Smith 45:49

4M ago45:49

45:49

Giuseppe Castellano talks to Skylar Smith, Professor of Liberal Arts at the Ringling College of Art and Design, about why there’s no time like the present to start learning about illustration history; whether an illustration is fully complete without the interpretation of an audience; what Generative AI and a lawsuit by Albrecht Dürer have in commo…

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

4M ago1:14:16

1:14:16

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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Leslie Mechanic 48:17

4M ago48:17

48:17

Giuseppe Castellano talks to Leslie Mechanic, art director at Simon & Schuster, about what catches her eye in an illustrator’s portfolio; why saying “it’s a competitive market” isn’t the most accurate take on the illustration industry; what all illustrators should know about the art director/illustrator relationship; and more. To learn more about L…

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Asia Orlando 45:16

4M ago45:16

45:16

Giuseppe Castellano talks to visual artist and illustrator, Asia Orlando, about why she turned away from interior design and architecture to become an illustrator; how one can leverage their past experiences, good and bad, to help define their present; why persistence really is the key to an illustration practice; and more. To learn more about Asia…

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Seize the Day! 1:17:06

4M ago1:17:06

1:17:06

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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Brett Bean 48:37

5M ago48:37

48:37

Giuseppe Castellano talks to comic book artist, character designer, and author, Brett Bean, about why Brett wishes he had his own book on drawing when he was starting out; why adjectives and verbs come before nouns with character design; what it means to keep your goals and dreams in your own hands; and more. To learn more about Brett, visit brettb…

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Dan Chudzinski 51:40

5M ago51:40

51:40

Giuseppe Castellano talks to Dan Chudzinski, Director of Curation and Exhibitions at The Mazza Museum, about what being a curator literally and occupationally means; why artists should make art, not excuses; what the masters’ fingerprints and clothing can teach us; and more. To learn more about Dan and the Mazza Museum, visit mazzamuseum.org. Artis…

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Designing Animation with Izzy Burton 1:12:34

5M ago1:12:34

1:12:34

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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Chris Haughton 1:16:11

5M ago1:16:11

1:16:11

Giuseppe Castellano talks to award-winning illustrator and author, Chris Haughton, about the unfortunate difference between information and fact; what oral culture’s four R’s are, and why they matter for children‘s book creators; what advice Aristotle has for illustrators, and more. To learn more about Chris and his book, The History of Information…

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Paul O. Zelinsky 1:03:52

5M ago1:03:52

1:03:52

Giuseppe Castellano talks to Caldecott Medal-winning illustrator, Paul O. Zelinsky, about what his former Yale professor, Maurice Sendak, thought about social media; why he’s aways wondering at point he can get away with not being good enough; where illustrators can find validation (hint: it’s not in an award); and more. To learn more about Paul, v…

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The Animation Year in Review 48:24

5M ago48:24

48:24

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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Christopher Denise 55:39

6M ago55:39

55:39

Giuseppe Castellano talks to Caldecott Honor-winning, New York Times best-selling illustrator and author, Christopher Denise, about why “show, don’t tell” is advice children’s book creators should avoid; how an anthropomorphized animal can look more like a mascot, and why that’s bad; how no illustrator working today knows, entirely, what they’re do…

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Lisa Maltby 52:45

6M ago52:45

52:45

Giuseppe Castellano talks to illustrator and designer, Lisa Maltby, about why freelance creatives should know the difference between constant and consistent; how illustrators, designers, and other creatives, can negotiate fees with clients; why the only artist, the only person, you should be comparing yourself to is yourself; and more. To learn mor…

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Tod Polson - The 21 43:53

6M ago43:53

43:53

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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Frank Cammuso 48:03

6M ago48:03

48:03

Giuseppe Castellano talks to author, cartoonist, and educator, Frank Cammuso, about Frank’s approach to pacing with panels, and why it’s one of the most beautiful things about comics; how Steve Ditko does not get the credit he rightfully deserves; what you can learn from a good tomato sauce recipe about making comics; and more. To learn more about …

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Jules Feiffer 46:02

6M ago46:02

46:02

Giuseppe Castellano talks to Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist, Jules Feiffer, about the early years of his life and career; how Maurice Sendak and William Steig changed his approach to illustration; why failure is not to be feared; and more. Find Feiffer’s latest book, Amazing Grapes, at you favorite bookstore or library. Artists mentioned in this…

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Peter Brown 53:44

6M ago53:44

53:44

Giuseppe Castellano talks to #1 New York Times best-selling illustrator and author, Peter Brown, about what it’s like getting “The Caldecott Call”; how an illustrator can struggle with knowing if their illustration is good and done; why Roz from The Wild Robot is more than a wild robot; and more. To learn more about Peter, visit peterbrownstudio.co…

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Hash It Out - Lightbox 2024 40:16

7M ago40:16

40:16

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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Cale Atkinson 1:07:38

7M ago1:07:38

1:07:38

Giuseppe Castellano talks to illustrator and author, Cale Atkinson, about how to properly pitch book dummies; what to make of the fracturing social media landscape; how book creators can navigate a career in children’s publishing; and more. To learn more about Cale, visit cale.ca. Artists mentioned in this episode include: Pascal Campion, Lynn Avri…

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Oriana Leckert 47:19

7M ago47:19

47:19

Giuseppe Castellano talks to Oriana Leckert, Head of Publishing at Kickstarter, about the steps creators should take to start their Kickstarter journey—including one crucial one; how self-publishing differs from traditional publishing; what work needs to be done to publish through Kickstarter; and more. To learn more about Oriana, visit oriana-leck…

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Primos - Natasha Kline 58:09

7M ago58:09

58:09

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…

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Tracy Shaw 55:42

7M ago55:42

55:42

Giuseppe Castellano talks to Tracy Shaw, Art Director for Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, about how the world of picture books is more than lollipops and rainbows; what her art department’s policy is on Generative AI; she answers questions from podcast patrons about emails, styles, palettes; and more. You can find Tracy on LinkedIn. If you f…

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Jess Lomax 1:00:36

7M ago1:00:36

1:00:36

Giuseppe Castellano talks to Jess Lomax, co-founder and director of Inkling Illustration Agency, about what special ingredient was needed to form her agency; how there’s nothing magical about generative AI; what she looks for in illustration portfolios—beyond variety and consistency; and more. To learn more about Jess and Inkling Illustration Agenc…

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Victoria Jamieson 47:03

8M ago47:03

47:03

Giuseppe Castellano talks to Newbery Honor-winning illustrator and author, Victoria Jamieson, about why quite a few publishing professionals know what a “doodly doo” is; what a graphic novel can be, and how it really is a lot of work; what perfection has to do with art; and more. To learn more about Victoria, visit victoriajamieson.com. Artists men…

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Flashback Friday - Chris Sanders 1:16:14

8M ago1:16:14

1:16:14

By Bancroft Brothers

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Noa Denmon 1:15:28

8M ago1:15:28

1:15:28

Giuseppe Castellano talks to Caldecott Honor-winning illustrator, Noa Denmon, about how an artist’s traditional or digital tools don’t make the artist; what it’s like to get “the Caldecott call”; why it’s important for creatives to spend time not creating; and more. To learn more about Noa, visit noadenmon.com. Artists mentioned in this episode inc…

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