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Nation of Animation is a cartoon book club podcast for all ages! Join lifelong cartoon fans Ryan Stevens and Brooke-Erin Smith every other week as they discuss classic cartoons through...
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Nation of Animation is a cartoon book club podcast for all ages! Join lifelong cartoon fans Ryan Stevens and Brooke-Erin Smith every other week as they discuss classic cartoons through a modern lens and celebrate everything cartoons have to offer!
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16 NOV 2024 · He lives in you, listener, and by “He,” we mean this podcast! Don’t think about it too hard. This week we talk about a beloved Disney classic…’s sequel: The Lion King II: Simba’s Pride! What is Romeo & Juliet like with lions? How does the music match up to the original? Why is the bad boy lion so hot?
PLUS! We check in on the Over The Garden Wall 10th anniversary stop-motion special, and old friend Freddie Powers drops in to share his thoughts!
Follow our bluesky @nationofanimation and our Instagram and Twitter @cartoonbookclub, and follow our hosts @thebrookesmith and @ryanwithcheese on Twitter
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http://brookeerinsmith.com
http://ryangstevens.com
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Support secret projects on Venmo @nationofanimation
BIG THANKS TO:
Jacob Menke for our theme
Follow them @menkemaster
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Urvashi Lele for our art
Learn more about Urvashi Lele's animations by visiting http://www.sirpeagreenstudios.com and follow their endeavors on instagram at @sirpeagreen and @maisonaudmi
The State of Animation is [ROAR]!
Films we talked about:
The Lion King II: Simba’s Pride
Over the Garden Wall 10th Anniversary Stop Motion Short
Real World Recs:
Brooke: The Bright Sword, by Lev Grossman
Ryan: ‘Original Cast Album: Company’ on Criterion Channel and YouTube
This podcast is a part of Audio Mint. If you want to follow us, check us out on Instagram(@audiomintchi) or on Facebook, at Audio Mint. If you wanna support us even more, check out our Patreon by searching Audio Mint on the app or the website!
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2 NOV 2024 · Hop on top of the bear stack, listener! This week, we’re tuning in for a heaping helping of Cartoon Network’s under-appreciated gem, We Bare Bears! We talk about what it means to be “all-ages,” the comedy of character design, and what kind of bears we might be!
Follow our bluesky @nationofanimation and our Instagram and Twitter @cartoonbookclub, and follow our hosts
@thebrookesmith
and @ryanwithcheese on Twitter
http://brookeerinsmith.com
http://ryangstevens.com
& Support secret projects on Venmo @nationofanimation
BIG THANKS TO: Jacob Menke for our theme
Follow them @menkemaster
& Urvashi Lele for our art
Learn more about Urvashi Lele's animations by visiting http://www.sirpeagreenstudios.com and follow their endeavors on instagram at @sirpeagreen and @maisonaudmi
& a very special thanks to:
Daniel Chong, and his hilarious, endearing creation!
The station of animation is Bears!
Episodes We Discussed:
S1 E4 “Chloe”
S1 E10 “Nom Nom”
S2 E7 “Losing Ice”
S2 E18 “Icy Nights”
S3 E12 “Spa Day”
S3 E29 “Charlie’s Halloween Thing”
S4 E14 “More Everybody’sTube”
S4 E22 “Adopted”
Real World Recs:
Brooke: Voting!
Ryan: Fred’s Meat & Bread, in Atlanta GA
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19 OCT 2024 · Trick-Or-Treat, dear listener! It’s Halloween, and this year we’re giving you not one, but TWO bite-sized halloween specials from yesteryear. First, a spooktacular animal adventure in ABC Weekend Special’s “Bunnicula, The Vampire Rabbit”! Then, there’s a sour-sweet blowing in Whoville, and that can only mean one thing: Halloween is Grinch Night! And we’re gonna talk about it!
This one has it all: age-appropriate scares, industrial accidents, unexpected memories, and glimpses into the commercials of the 70s and 80s! A short and sweet episode that will fill you up but won’t give you cavities!
Follow our bluesky @nationofanimation and our Instagram and Twitter @cartoonbookclub, and follow our hosts @thebrookesmith and @ryanwithcheese on Twitter & http://brookeerinsmith.com http://ryangstevens.com
Support secret projects on Venmo @nationofanimation
BIG THANKS TO:
Jacob Menke for our theme Follow them @menkemaster
&
Urvashi Lele for our art Learn more about Urvashi Lele's animations by visiting http://www.sirpeagreenstudios.com and follow their endeavors on instagram at @sirpeagreen and @maisonaudmi
& a very special thanks to: James & Debora Howe for Bunnicula, and Dr. Seuss & Gerard Baldwin for Halloween Is Grinch Night!
REAL WORLD RECS:
Brooke: Trader Joe’s Petite Pumpkin Spice Cookies
Ryan: Videodrome Video Rental Store in Atlanta, GA
The State of Animation is HALLOWEEN!
CONGRATULATIONS DANNY! THE NATION IS PROUD OF YOU!!
This podcast is a part of Audio Mint. If you want to follow us, check us out on Instagram(@audiomintchi) or on Facebook, at Audio Mint. If you wanna support us even more, check out our Patreon by searching Audio Mint on the app or the website!
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5 OCT 2024 · The long awaited episode is here! Strap in and turn your throwback machine on cause we’re gonna talk about the 1993 film ”The Thief and the Cobbler” (aka The Princess and the Cobbler aka Arabian Knight). We talk the legacy, longevity, and loss of the creation and releases of this film. If you don’t like what we have to say, there’s the door!
Follow our bluesky @nationofanimation and our Instagram and Twitter @cartoonbookclub, and follow our hosts @thebrookesmith and @ryanwithcheese on Twitter
&
http://brookeerinsmith.com
http://ryangstevens.com
&
Support secret projects on Venmo @nationofanimation
BIG THANKS TO:
Jacob Menke for our theme
Follow them @menkemaster
&
Urvashi Lele for our art Learn more about Urvashi Lele's animations by visiting http://www.sirpeagreenstudios.com and follow their endeavors on instagram at @sirpeagreen and @maisonaudmi
& a very special thanks to:
Richard Williams; an artist with a vision that didn’t quite get to reach the finish line.
The State of Animation is dreams!
Films we talk about:
The Thief and the Cobbler
Real World Recs:
Brooke: Below Deck Mediterranean (on Peacock)
Ryan: Shoresy (on Hulu)
This podcast is a part of Audio Mint. If you want to follow us, check us out on Instagram(@audiomintchi) or on Facebook, at Audio Mint. If you wanna support us even more, check out our Patreon by searching Audio Mint on the app or the website!
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21 SEP 2024 · School is back in session and we still got a lot to learn! We have an interview with animator and current Head of the School for Animation & VFX at Vancouver Film School Colin Giles! We talk inspirations, unsung heroes, and of course cartoons! Not afraid to say this one is a banger!
Follow our bluesky @nationofanimation and our Instagram and Twitter @cartoonbookclub, and follow our hosts @thebrookesmith and @ryanwithcheese on Twitter
&
http://brookeerinsmith.com
http://ryangstevens.com
&
Support secret projects on Venmo @nationofanimation
BIG THANKS TO:
Jacob Menke for our theme
Follow them @menkemaster
&
Urvashi Lele for our art Learn more about Urvashi Lele's animations by visiting http://www.sirpeagreenstudios.com and follow their endeavors on instagram at @sirpeagreen and @maisonaudmi
& a very special thanks to:
Colin Giles, always interesting and inspiring to hear from someone who not only works in the field but also loves animation!
The State of Animation is Strong!
Colin’s TED talk:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ihUJfS7bzqE
Real World Recs:
Brooke: The Cult of the Lamb (the video game)
Ryan: Curious City (the podcast)
This podcast is a part of Audio Mint. If you want to follow us, check us out on Instagram(@audiomintchi) or on Facebook, at Audio Mint. If you wanna support us even more, check out our Patreon by searching Audio Mint on the app or the website!
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24 AUG 2024 · Every 4 years we gather around our screens to watch the best athletes in the world compete to bring home the gold, now we’re bringing the world of animated sports to you! This week we’re diving into the Anime-lympics! All your favorite sports are readily available year round with tropes, storylines, and our recommendations! Light the torches!
Follow our bluesky @nationofanimation and our Instagram and Twitter @cartoonbookclub, and follow our hosts @thebrookesmith and @ryanwithcheese on Twitter
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http://brookeerinsmith.com
http://ryangstevens.com
&
Support secret projects on Venmo @nationofanimation
Link to tickets to Busted Open!
https://limelight.tix.page/e/busted-open1719457916520
BIG THANKS TO:
Jacob Menke for our theme
Follow them @menkemaster
&
Urvashi Lele for our art Learn more about Urvashi Lele's animations by visiting http://www.sirpeagreenstudios.com and follow their endeavors on instagram at @sirpeagreen and @maisonaudmi
& a very special thanks to:
Sports!
The State of Animation is Sport! Olympic? Which do you prefer?
Animes we talked about:
Volleyball - Haikyu!!
Golf - Birdie Wing
Swimming - Free! - Iwatobi Swim Club
Archery - Tsurune
Real World Recs:
Brooke: Fields of Mistria (Beta is currently open)
Ryan: Harney & Sons Zodiac inspired tea collection
This podcast is a part of Audio Mint. If you want to follow us, check us out on Instagram(@audiomintchi) or on Facebook, at Audio Mint. If you wanna support us even more, check out our Patreon by searching Audio Mint on the app or the website!
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10 AUG 2024 · This week, Ryan and Brooke are booming with joy to talk about Netflix’ Exploding Kittens, and learn about the world of soundtrack composition and scoring from composers Jina An and Shirley Song! Jina and Shirley share their process, how they adapted a fast and frenzied party game into an animated series, dream projects and more!
And, a surprising new temptation might threaten to capture Brooke’s heart and possibly ruin her life, if we can turn it into content. Find out more by listening!
Learn more about Jina An on her website: https://jinaanmusic.com/
Learn more about Shirley Song at her website: https://www.shirleysong.com/
Follow our bluesky @nationofanimation and our Instagram and Twitter @cartoonbookclub, and follow our hosts @thebrookesmith and @ryanwithcheese on Twitter & http://brookeerinsmith.com http://ryangstevens.com & Support secret projects on Venmo @nationofanimation
BIG THANKS TO:
Jacob Menke for our theme Follow them @menkemaster
& Urvashi Lele for our art Learn more about Urvashi Lele's animations by visiting http://www.sirpeagreenstudios.com and follow their endeavors on instagram at @sirpeagreen and @maisonaudmi
& a very special thanks to: Jina An and Shirley Song for talking to us!
The State of Animation is EXPLODING!
Shows we talked about: Exploding Kittens
Real World Recs: Brooke: Barry, streaming on
Max Ryan: M. Night Shyamalan’s Trap
This podcast is a part of Audio Mint. If you want to follow us, check us out on Instagram(@audiomintchi) or on Facebook, at Audio Mint. If you wanna support us even more, check out our Patreon by searching Audio Mint on the app or the website!
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27 JUL 2024 · This week we’re talking about just a regular movie. Correction, after further investigation we’re talking about the 1995 cult classic, A Goofy Movie! We talk about who’s side we’re on, the muse that this film is, and an EXTREMELY goofy sequel! Also we got ya news here!
Follow our bluesky @nationofanimation and our Instagram and Twitter @cartoonbookclub, and follow our hosts @thebrookesmith and @ryanwithcheese on Twitter
&
http://brookeerinsmith.com
http://ryangstevens.com
&
Support secret projects on Venmo @nationofanimation
BIG THANKS TO:
Jacob Menke for our theme
Follow them @menkemaster
&
Urvashi Lele for our art Learn more about Urvashi Lele's animations by visiting http://www.sirpeagreenstudios.com and follow their endeavors on instagram at @sirpeagreen and @maisonaudmi
& a very special thanks to:
Kevin Lima! Thanks for bringing us this underappreciated masterpiece!
The State of Animation is GAWRSH!
Films we talked about:
A GOOFY Movie
Real World Recs:
Brooke: SPF 50 Sunscreen!
Ryan: The Coca-cola company, and it’s ice cold products!
This podcast is a part of Audio Mint. If you want to follow us, check us out on Instagram(@audiomintchi) or on Facebook, at Audio Mint. If you wanna support us even more, check out our Patreon by searching Audio Mint on the app or the website!
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13 JUL 2024 · We’ve returned from our sojourn into space, listener, and we have seen things you wouldn’t believe! This week, we talk recent sci-fi masterpiece Scavengers Reign! What streaming service owns it? What makes its alien planet feel truly alien? How do we ascribe meaning in a world that doesn’t know we’re there? What is Ryan suddenly allergic to? Find out the answers to all these questions and more!
Follow our bluesky @nationofanimation and our Instagram and Twitter @cartoonbookclub, and follow our hosts @thebrookesmith and @ryanwithcheese on Twitter
&
http://brookeerinsmith.com
http://ryangstevens.com
&
Support secret projects on Venmo @nationofanimation
BIG THANKS TO:
Jacob Menke for our theme
Follow them @menkemaster
&
Urvashi Lele for our art
Learn more about Urvashi Lele's animations by visiting http://www.sirpeagreenstudios.com and follow their endeavors on instagram at @sirpeagreen and @maisonaudmi
& a very special thanks to:
Joseph Bennett and Charles Huettner for sharing their beautiful, twisted creation!
The State of Animation is - Levi! Our savior!
Episodes we talked about:
Episode 5, “The Demeter” - 17:22
Episode 6, “The Fall"- 30:04
Episode 9, “The Mountain” - 40:20
Episode 10, “The Decision” - 51:03
Real World Recs:
Brooke: Great Value Sausage, Egg & Cheese croissants from Walmart (though not specifically buying them, if you get what we mean)
Ryan: The Sopranos, streaming on Max
This podcast is a part of Audio Mint. If you want to follow us, check us out on Instagram(@audiomintchi) or on Facebook, at Audio Mint. If you wanna support us even more, check out our Patreon by searching Audio Mint on the app or the website!
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15 JUN 2024 · This week on NATION of Animation we bring you some behind the scenes story time of the making of The Murder of Steamboat Willie. If you haven’t had a chance to hear the last episode, it's the perfect week for a double feature! Plus animation news and a sneak peek at what to expect next episode!
If you like the show, don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe.
Follow our bluesky @nationofanimation and our Instagram and Twitter @cartoonbookclub, and follow our hosts @thebrookesmith and @ryanwithcheese on Twitter
&
brookeerinsmith.com
ryangstevens.com
&
Support secret projects on Venmo @nationofanimation
BIG THANKS TO:
Jacob Menke for our theme
Follow them @menkemaster
&
Urvashi Lele for our art Learn more about Urvashi Lele's animations by visiting http://www.sirpeagreenstudios.com and follow their endeavors on instagram at @sirpeagreen and @maisonaudmi
&
a very special thanks to:
Everyone who helped bring this project to life, and everyone who helped bring it to the public!
The State of Animation is Award Winning!
Episodes we talked about:
E 84: The Murder Of Steamboat Willie
Real World Recs:
Brooke: The Rachel Incident: A Novel by Caroline O'Donoghue
Ryan: I SAW THE TV GLOW in select theaters now
This podcast is a part of Audio Mint. If you want to follow us, check us out on Instagram(@audiomintchi) or on Facebook, at Audio Mint. If you wanna support us even more, check out our Patreon by searching Audio Mint on the app or the website!
Nation of Animation is a cartoon book club podcast for all ages! Join lifelong cartoon fans Ryan Stevens and Brooke-Erin Smith every other week as they discuss classic cartoons through...
show more
Nation of Animation is a cartoon book club podcast for all ages! Join lifelong cartoon fans Ryan Stevens and Brooke-Erin Smith every other week as they discuss classic cartoons through a modern lens and celebrate everything cartoons have to offer!
show less
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