Episode 48 - Matt Braly

Host Stu Levy sits down with acclaimed animator, writer, and showrunner Matt Braly (Amphibia, Gravity Falls) for an insightful and entertaining conversation digging deep into the creative process, the struggle of balancing artistic passion with industry realities, and the ever-shifting landscape of animation—from the glory days of network TV to the rise of streaming and direct-to-fan funding. Matt shares stories about his experiences at Disney, the heartbreak and lessons of feature film development, and his bold leap into crowdfunding original animation with a wildly successful Kickstarter. The duo swap perspectives on creative burnout, the challenge of staying relevant in a changing industry, and the optimism of betting on the next generation. Check out Matt’s Kickstarter for “Clara and the Below”: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1589314206/clara-and-the-below-episode-1