The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast

Animation Podcast #62 - Breakfast with Cory Loftis and William Joyce

With glasses tinkling, the Bancrofts host a breakfast podcast with book author, illustrator, Moonbot studios founder William Joyce and - hey, who’s trying to take some jam and toast - it’s Cory Loftis, character designer of Disney’s Zootopia!  Join in on the fun with these two artistic icons! 

The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast is presented by TaughtByAPro.com & sponsored by Stuart Ng Books & SketchWallet

 

Direct download: Breakfast_with_William_Joyce_and_Corey_Loftis.mp3
Category:animation -- posted at: 1:48pm PDT

Podcast #61- Google VR with Jan and Karen 

The Bancroft’s explore Google VR’s Spotlight Stories division with director Jan Pinkava and Executive Producer, Karen Dufilho-Rosen.  Their newest short, “Rain or Shine” has hit mobile phones in a big way!  Discover this new, wild world of animation in this podcast! 

The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast is presented by TaughtByAPro.com & sponsored by Stuart Ng Books & SketchWallet

Direct download: Google_VR.mp3
Category:animation -- posted at: 6:22pm PDT

On the heels of their episode about art schools, the twins interview the amazing Chris Oatley who left Disney to found the Oatley Academy. Grab a dictionary and find out his take on diplomas, careers, podcasts, and more!

The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast is presented by TaughtByAPro.com & sponsored by Stuart Ng Books & SketchWallet

Direct download: TheChrisOatleyInterviewRegularEdition.mp3
Category:animation -- posted at: 7:29pm PDT

In another casual conversation, Tom and TonyBancroft dissect the ins and outs of art education.  Can they fix the art schools?  Special guest, auction winner Jarrod Simpson, adds some personal perspective on the value he gained from going through a structured art program.  Should you go to art school?  This podcast might guide you toward your decision! 

The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast is presented by TaughtByAPro.com & sponsored by Stuart Ng Books & SketchWallet!

 

Direct download: Fixing_Art_Schools.mp3
Category:animation -- posted at: 6:40pm PDT

Tom and Tony have the honor of speaking with the artist that many environmental artists of this era are influenced by: Paul Felix.  The "Bros who knows" uncover a never before reveled truth about this humble artist: without him TWO Disney feature films may never have been made! Find out why and which ones on this episode of the Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast!

The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast is presented by TaughtByAPro.com & sponsored by Stuart Ng Books & SketchWallet!

Direct download: The_Paul_Felix_Interview_Regular_Edition.mp3
Category:animation -- posted at: 7:57pm PDT

Find out how and why the great CTN Animation Expo came about when the Bancrofts talk with its’ founder Tina Price.  She is a pioneer in so many ways - including being an early adopter of CG animation at Disney Feature Animation. Find out what drives Tina on this episode of BBAP!

The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast is presented by TaughtByAPro.com & sponsored by Stuart Ng Books & SketchWallet!

Direct download: TheTinaPriceInterviewRegularEdition.mp3
Category:animation -- posted at: 5:23pm PDT

Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast #56 - The Joe Moshier Interview 

It’s a funky fly fresh podcast when the B-Boys talk character design with the amazing Joe Moshier.  DJ Joe spins some truths about designing characters for Disney and Dreamworks - including finally answering the question: who designed Kronk!    

Direct download: TheJoeMoshierInterviewRegularEdition.mp3
Category:animation -- posted at: 6:38pm PDT

The Bancroft Bros are fortunate to have the lovely Brittney Lee, character/ concept designer at Disney Feature Animation, on the show!  Brittney talks about her love of character creation, what got her into Disney animation when she was young, and her - wait - is she crying again?  Find out what the fuss is about in another great BBros podcast! 

Direct download: TheBrittneyLeeInterviewRegularEdition.mp3
Category:animation -- posted at: 5:36pm PDT

The Bancroft Bros find out how to go from inbetweener on “Hercules” to show creator of a popular Disney TV series - all in this interview with the amazing Sam Levine, creator of Penn Zero: Part-Time Hero.

Direct download: TheSamLevineInterviewRegularEdition.mp3
Category:animation -- posted at: 4:25pm PDT

Welcome to the Kubo and the Two Twins discussion with director and Laika CEO Travis Knight!  Travis opens up about the massive amount of work and family connections involved in making Laika’s EPIC stop motion masterpiece, “Kubo and the Two Strings”.   Sit tight and enjoy this podcast - one frame at a time!

The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast is presented by TaughtByAPro.com & sponsored by Stuart Ng Books & SketchWallet!

Direct download: TheTravisKnightKuboInterviewRegularEdition.mp3
Category:animation -- posted at: 5:55pm PDT