Thu, 28 December 2017
Destined to be an instant classic, Tom goes solo at CTN Animation Expo and interviews the creator of the “El Tigre” TV show and the movie “Book of Life” - Jorge Gutierrez! Learn how a conversation with Jorge’s grandfather to be “super macho” drove him to an incredible work ethic and contributed to his success in the animation industry. Prepare to be captivated by this entertaining storyteller! The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast is presented by TaughtByAPro.com & sponsored by Stuart Ng Books & SketchWallet
Direct download: The_Jorge_Guitierrez_Interview.mp3
Category: animation
-- posted at: 7:17pm PDT
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Thu, 14 December 2017
Part hash-it-out, add a lot of nostalgia, and wrap it up in a tribute to their step-dad, and you have this episode! Tom and Tony invite a special guest onto the podcast – their sister Cami! Together they discuss the importance of having a good support network, especially your family. Also, you definitely want to become a Patreon supporter and listen to Extended Edition! Either way, this is one is a blast! The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast is presented by TaughtByAPro.com & sponsored by Stuart Ng Books & SketchWallet
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Thu, 30 November 2017
Tom and Tony have longed to see 2D animation make a comeback, but they never expected this: a hand-drawn video game?! In this episode, the Bancroft Brothers talk to Chad Moldenhauer who, along with his brother, created the game “Cuphead”. Learn the story behind this unique game that has already sold over a million copies in just a couple of months! The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast is presented by TaughtByAPro.com & sponsored by Stuart Ng Books & SketchWallet
Direct download: Cuphead_The_Game_Regular_Edition.mp3
Category: animation
-- posted at: 7:33pm PDT
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Thu, 16 November 2017
In this episode, the Bancroft Brothers hear how a group of entrepreneurs from all over the country came together to create an animated short based on the award-winning and best-selling Wingfeather Saga novels. From their wildly successful Kickstarter campaign to details on their creative process, get an inside look at this indie film! See more at http://wingfeathersaga.com/ The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast is presented by TaughtByAPro.com & sponsored by Stuart Ng Books & SketchWallet
Direct download: Wingfeather_Saga.mp3
Category: animation
-- posted at: 3:46pm PDT
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Thu, 2 November 2017
Tom and Tony chat with award-winning character designer, writer, and director Shannon Tindle! They discuss everything from how he got into animation, Kubo, Google Spotlight, to what he’s doing now. All of that, and a whole lot more, in this jam-packed episode! The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast is presented by TaughtByAPro.com & sponsored by Stuart Ng Books & SketchWallet
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Thu, 19 October 2017
Fresh off a whirlwind tour in southern California, Tom and Tony Bancroft hash out animation studios! Hear about the culture in different animation studios, how to get a job at one, and, of course, a whole lot of name dropping! All of that, and more, on this special hash it out episode! The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast is presented by TaughtByAPro.com & sponsored by Stuart Ng Books & SketchWallet
Direct download: Hash_It_Out_Studios.mp3
Category: animation
-- posted at: 9:05pm PDT
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Thu, 5 October 2017
Join Tom and Tony Bancroft as they interview the very first female head of animation for a Disney movie, Amy Smeed! They talk about her career, women in animation, and her role directing an army of animators for Moana! The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast is presented by TaughtByAPro.com & sponsored by Stuart Ng Books & SketchWallet
Direct download: The_Amy_Smeed_Interview_Regular_Edition.mp3
Category: animation
-- posted at: 6:39pm PDT
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Thu, 21 September 2017
You’ve never seen anything like this before! In this episode, Tom and Tony talk with Loving Vincent directors Dorota Kobiela and Hugh Welchman about how they created this new animated film about Vincent Van Gogh. Learn how they blended oil paintings, live action, and animation into one unique experience. The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast is presented by TaughtByAPro.com & sponsored by Stuart Ng Books & SketchWallet
Direct download: Loving_Vincent.mp3
Category: animation
-- posted at: 8:05pm PDT
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Thu, 31 August 2017
The past, present, and future are all discussed on this special 3-year anniversary episode of the podcast! Hear the Brothers tell their favorite moments from the last 3 years, get mellow as they ponder turning 50, and talk about current and upcoming projects! The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast is presented by TaughtByAPro.com & sponsored by Stuart Ng Books & SketchWallet
Direct download: Three_Year_Anniversary.mp3
Category: animation
-- posted at: 5:29pm PDT
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Thu, 17 August 2017
In this follow up to the BBros Hash It Out where they claimed to “fix art schools”, Tom and Tony invite a group of artist friends to discuss their reasoning, disappointments and successes in their art school choices. This podcast should be a mandatory primer of any artist considering going to art school! AND - watch the video version of this podcast on YouTube! The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast is presented by TaughtByAPro.com & sponsored by Stuart Ng Books & SketchWallet
Direct download: Talking_Art_School.mp3
Category: animation
-- posted at: 6:14pm PDT
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Thu, 3 August 2017
Maybe you love animation but your drawing and animation chops just aren’t where they need to be? Have you considered writing for animation? In this episode, the Bancroft’s discuss screenwriting for film and TV with Tangled TV series screenwriter Ricky Roxburgh! Find out how he went from walking the Disney parks to writing for Rapunzel and the Tangled gang in this episode!
Direct download: Writing_for_Animation_Regular_Edition.mp3
Category: animation
-- posted at: 8:13pm PDT
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Thu, 13 July 2017
The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast #77 - Portfolio Tips to Get You Hired! Featuring Armand Serrano Tom and Tony Bancroft dive into a podcast a long time coming: how to create a killer portfolio that will get you a job! They invite Disney and Sony visual development pro, Armand Serrano, to help sort thru the mysteries of what the studios want to see! The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast is presented by TaughtByAPro.com & sponsored by Stuart Ng Books, SketchWallet & TVPaint Animation Software
Direct download: Job_Winning_Portfolio.mp3
Category: animation
-- posted at: 6:15pm PDT
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Thu, 29 June 2017
The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast #76- “Fall”-ing for Alex Hirsch The Bancroft Brothers finally snag some time with the outspoken creator of “Gravity Falls”, Alex Hirsch! Alex opens up about what its like to be the show runner of a hit animated TV show based on your own quirky upbringing between you and your twin sister - plus the importance of connecting with your audience! The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast is presented by TaughtByAPro.com & sponsored by Stuart Ng Books, SketchWallet & TVPaint Animation Software
Direct download: Gravity_Falls_Regular_Edition.mp3
Category: animation
-- posted at: 4:43pm PDT
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Fri, 9 June 2017
In this episode of the Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast, Tom and Tony unlock the mysteries of good storytelling for film and animation. Classic books on screenwriting, films, and ways to look at creating stories are all analyzed by the Wonder Twins of animation! The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast is presented by TaughtByAPro.com & sponsored by Stuart Ng Books, SketchWallet & TVPaint Animation Software
Direct download: Hash_It_Out_-_Story.mp3
Category: animation
-- posted at: 5:05am PDT
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Thu, 25 May 2017
Podcast #74- Pernille Ørum interview The Brothers Bancroft have fun talking with the talented Pernille Ørum all the way from Denmark! Find out what the day-to-day is like for a huge shinning star of the internet and character designer for the DC Superhero Girls show The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast is presented by TaughtByAPro.com & sponsored by Stuart Ng Books, SketchWallet & TVPaint Animation Software
Direct download: The_Pernille_Orum_Interview.mp3
Category: animation
-- posted at: 6:31pm PDT
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Thu, 11 May 2017
In their 5th “hash it out” episode, Tony and Tom Bancroft talk about their art influences. From comics, to animation, to the digital age of Instagram, get ready for a whole lot of name dropping!
The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast is presented by TaughtByAPro.com & sponsored by Stuart Ng Books, SketchWallet & TVPaint Animation Software
Direct download: Hash_It_Out_-_Inspiration.mp3
Category: animation
-- posted at: 8:45pm PDT
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Thu, 27 April 2017
Only one person can claim they have worked on The Lion King every week for the past thirty years - Tom Schumacher. Tom Schumacher is the former President of Disney Feature Animation in the 90s and currently President of Disney Theatrical. Find out how you transition a hit film into a hit Broadway show in this episode! TheBancroft Brothers Animation Podcast is presented by TaughtByAPro.com & sponsored by Stuart Ng Books & SketchWallet
Direct download: The_Tom_Schumacher_Interview.mp3
Category: animation
-- posted at: 8:06pm PDT
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Thu, 13 April 2017
The twins sit down and discuss the topic of Branding Yourself and your Art with master artist/brander Jake Parker. Jake discusses the secrets of using the Internet to get you and your artwork noticed! TheBancroft Brothers Animation Podcast is presented by TaughtByAPro.com & sponsored by Stuart Ng Books & SketchWallet
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Thu, 30 March 2017
In our second interview with the legendary animator Glen Keane, the Bancroft’s reveal a side of Glen you haven’t heard of before. What drives Glen to create the passionate characters and performances that have made Ariel, The Beast, Aladdin, Tarzan, and Pocahontas so memorable? The answer may surprise you TheBancroft Brothers Animation Podcast is presented by TaughtByAPro.com & sponsored by Stuart Ng Books & SketchWallet
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Fri, 17 March 2017
The Brothers Bancroft are honored to host two of their bucket list guests in one podcast: Ron Clements and John Musker - the long-time Disney directors and writers of classic films like The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, Hercules, Treasure Planet, The Princess and the Frog and their newest hit: Moana! This one is an instant classic!
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Thu, 2 March 2017
Dubbed the “Italian Walt Disney”, Bruno Bozzetto has been Italy’s top animator and his studio has been an icon in Italy for decades! The Bancroft Bros interview the loveable Bruno in his hotel in Lucca, Italy during last years Lucca Comics and Games festival. The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast is presented by TaughtByAPro.com & sponsored by Stuart Ng Books & SketchWallet
Direct download: The_Bruno_Bozzetto_Interview.mp3
Category: animation
-- posted at: 7:28pm PDT
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Thu, 23 February 2017
It’s a special Oscar-sized edition of the podcast as the golden boys interview heads of story for Oscar-nominated “Moana” – John Ripa and Dave Pimentel! Hear these industry experts talk about all things story: storyboarding, pitching movies, how they got their start, and more!
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Thu, 16 February 2017
Hash It Out 4: The Bancroft Brothers Answer YOUR Questions It’s a new year, so let’s dig into some of YOUR questions about us, the podcast, animation, and what’s new for the new year! This is gonna be a fun one! The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast is presented by TaughtByAPro.com & sponsored by Stuart Ng Books & SketchWallet
Direct download: Hash_It_Out_4.mp3
Category: animation
-- posted at: 7:21pm PDT
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Thu, 2 February 2017
Tom and Tony are thrilled to have a Nickelodeon TV animation legend, Butch Hartman on the show. Butch has one of the longest running hit shows on Nick: The Fairly OddParents but that’s not all! He also has THREE other series that he has created! Find out about the newest one, Bunsen is a Beast!, how he is taking over the internet, and what it takes to pitch and create a successful show on Nickelodeon! The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast is presented by TaughtByAPro.com & sponsored by Stuart Ng Books & SketchWallet
Direct download: The_Butch_Hartman_Interview.mp3
Category: animation
-- posted at: 6:26pm PDT
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Thu, 19 January 2017
It's a bevy of brothers as the Bancrofts meet the del Carmen's! Recorded live at CTN Animation Expo, hear how three brothers went from dreaming in the Philippines to 'livin' the dream' in the animation industry. Get ready to be inspired in this special episode! The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast is presented by TaughtByAPro.com & sponsored by Stuart Ng Books & SketchWallet
Direct download: The_Del_Carmen_Brothers_Interview.mp3
Category: animation
-- posted at: 7:32pm PDT
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Thu, 5 January 2017
During another fun breakfast podcast at CTN Expo 2016, the Bancroft twins sit down with comic book cover artist superstar J. Scott Campbell and his adorable partner in art, Tanya Lehoux, layout concept artist for the series “My Little Pony”. Pass the salt and hang on for a great conversation about branding yourself, sexy girls and ponies! The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast is presented by TaughtByAPro.com & sponsored by Stuart Ng Books & SketchWallet
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