E006 - Cartoons

What this episode covers

In this episode, Will and Wil discuss their love for cartoons and the impact they have had on their lives. They reminisce about the cartoons they watched growing up, including The Little Mermaid, Snow White, Digimon, and Metabots. They also talk about their favorite cartoons from Nickelodeon and ABC Family, such as Doug, Tiny Toon Adventures, and Rugrats. The conversation then shifts to anime, with a focus on Dragon Ball Z and its influence on their childhood. They also mention the Dragon Ball Z Abridged series and recommend watching it. Overall, the episode is a fun and nostalgic exploration of the world of cartoons. The conversation covers various animated shows and movies, including Dragon Ball Z Abridged, Ghibli Studio films, Betty Boop, Popeye, Charlie Brown specials, and more. The hosts discuss the longevity of shows like The Simpsons and One Piece, as well as the art of animation and the 12 principles of animation. They also mention their current favorite animated shows, including Solo Leveling and Frieren Beyond Journey’s End. The hosts discuss their criteria for deciding whether to continue subscribing to streaming services, and they share their thoughts on various animated shows and movies. They mention shows like Kaiju Number Eight, Chainsaw Man, and Re:Monster, as well as the Australian animated series Bluey. They also talk about the importance of completed stories in animation and recommend shows like Star Wars Visions and Love, Death & Robots. The hosts touch on the use of computer-generated animation and the impact of AI on the industry. In this conversation, the hosts discuss various animated films and TV shows, highlighting impressive animation techniques and storytelling. They mention Jujutsu Kaisen and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse as examples of animation with unique transitions and frame compositions. They also discuss the combination of live-action and animation in movies like Who Framed Roger Rabbit and Chip ’n’ Dale: Rescue Rangers. The hosts express their excitement for the future of animation, including the potential for individuals to create their own animated stories using digital tools. They recommend watching Avatar: The Last Airbender, How to Train Your Dragon, and the Ghost Stories dub. The conversation concludes with a call for listener suggestions and a preview of the next episode on AI.

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