The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast (animation)

In this episode the brothers hear the fascinating path of learning and mentorship that Aliki Theofilopoulos has taken from animation at Disney to a producer on Dreamworks, new “Doug Unplugged” series! 

Direct download: Aliki_Theofilopoulos_-_Doug_Unplugged_FINAL.mp3
Category:animation -- posted at: 9:43am PDT

Direct download: BBPod_Kiff_FINAL.mp3
Category:animation -- posted at: 2:00am PDT

The Bancroft's get the chance to talk with legendary animation producer Imogen “Mo” Sutton. We talk about her work with her late husband, Academy Award winner Richard Williams!  There’s a new edition of their book “The Animators Survival Kit”- and it’s a must have! 

Direct download: Imogen_Mo_SuttonFINAL.mp3
Category:animation -- posted at: 6:58pm PDT

Inspired by a story about Matt Damon and Ben Affleck's start, Tony jumps into how we got our start into the animation industry.  Besides rugged good looks, we quickly discover that "Drive" is something we share with those superstars.   This podcast is about what drives an artist to have a life-long passion for what they do.  Do you have the drive that will get you through the tough times?  Will your career be "Gone Girl" or will it be more like "Jersey Girl"...Will it be “The Departed" or will it be Jason "Re-Bourne"?

Direct download: Perspiration_and_Drive_-_Hash_It_Out_FINAL.mp3
Category:animation -- posted at: 9:35am PDT

In this episode, sans- Tom, It’s Tony vs. the Forces of Fun as he interviews the wonderful and witty creator of Star Vs. The Forces of Evil, Daron Nefcy! lWe examine what it takes to create a show that is very personal to you like Star is to Nefcy. The show is one part Anime, one part crazy princess fantasy and all parts butt-kickery- just like our guest. Bonus: For the true Star fans, listen as we discuss possible futures for your favorite blond princess of butt-kickery. What?

 

Direct download: BBPod_Deron_Nefcy_Final.mp3
Category:animation -- posted at: 2:00am PDT

Supervising on Space Jam: A New Legacy - Tom and Tony are honored to sit down with #animation industry legend Devin Crane as he tells stories of his start in animation working with Disney legends while still a teen, working on Iron Giant while still a student at CalArts and becoming the first Production Designer and Animation Director “hyphenate” EVER on Space Jam:A New Legacy! 
Direct download: Devin_Crane_Space_Jam_2_BBPod_Final.mp3
Category:animation -- posted at: 2:00am PDT

In Part 4 of our “Animation Revolution” series the brothers Bancroft speak with Spire Animation co-founders Brad Lewis and P.J. Gunsagar.  Find out how a Pixar vet teamed up with a tech entrepreneur to create the next big thing in Indy animation studios! 

Direct download: BBPod_AnimationRev_4_FINAL.mp3
Category:animation -- posted at: 6:48pm PDT

In part 3 of our “Animation Revolution”, Tony and Tom discuss where the independent industry is headed, the opportunities that students now have WHILE they learn and Tom discusses how, after all these years, he’s ready to get animation vets to join him and start Pencilish Animation Studios to create the next 2D animation shows with our fans!

Direct download: BBPod_Animation_Revolution_3_Finalmp3.mp3
Category:animation -- posted at: 12:00pm PDT

In part 2 in our "Animation Revolution" series where the "Twin Bros who knows" explore new trends in the industry and how it is evolving into a more independent and international industry- they interview Fraser MacLean, 2D animation vet, author, and international animation instructor.  They discuss how doors are opening for young animation creators all over the world and there may now be more than one pathway into the industry!  Take notes, young creators, this one's for you!

Direct download: BBPod_Fraser_MacLean_mixdown.mp3
Category:animation -- posted at: 3:34pm PDT

Animation Revolution Part 1- in this series, the twins dive into where things are going for the animation industry right now.  Not the major studios, but the independent movement that is starting to make waves.  In this episode, they interview Tara Billinger and Zach Bellissimo, the duo behind the YouTube pilot "Long Gone Gulch". We dive deep on how they funded their show through Kickstarter, worked on it with top industry vets for 5 years, and released it to YouTube with huge raves!  Now what?  The pitching time and investment raising just begins!  Hear first hand how new directions are being forged for creators to DIY YOUR OWN animated series! 

Direct download: BBPod_Animation_Revolution_Part_1_mixdown.mp3
Category:animation -- posted at: 8:36pm PDT