Talkin' Toons w. Toys

Hoist the colours and set your laser blasters because the Trio are going intergalactic as voice actress Kaite Gavina takes them on a swashbuckling trip through the stars with the Disney classic Treasure Planet. The Trio take the journey through this sci-fi epic discussing risks in storytelling, the differences between Disney and the early years of Pixar, and discover the adult humor of many classic kids cartoons.Watch Treasure Planet on Disney +Follow Kaite on:Twitter @_kaitsune_Instagram & threads @_kaitsune_Bluesky @kaitsune.bsky.socialFollow rate and review this podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcast. Be sure to follow Talkin' Toons w. Toys on ⁠Twitter⁠ & Bluesky on @TalkinToonsToys for latest updates on future episodes and for the video version, subscribe to ⁠The M⁠ YouTube channel.

The Trio get surgical talking with game designer and 3D artist Katherine Vickers about the medically accurate(as far as we know) anime Doctor Elise. Within the discussion, the Trio try to settle the debate between Japanese and Western animation, define what a “girl boss” is, and continue to mistranslate the correct terminology for anything, including anime genres.Watch Doctor Elise on CrunchyrollFollow Katherine on Instagram @creatorkitty Follow rate and review this podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcast. Be sure to follow Talkin' Toons w. Toys on ⁠Twitter⁠ & Bluesky on @TalkinToonsToys for latest updates on future episodes and for the video version, subscribe to ⁠The M⁠ YouTube channel.

The Trio get prehistoric when talking with US Air Force officer Thomas Latimer to discuss the 6th installment of The Land Before Time film series, The Secret of Saurus Rock. Throughout the conversation, the boys discuss the principles of sequels, powerful messaging for kids animation, and Barney almost gets the podcast cancelled. Prepare to get T-wrecked in one of the most special & emotional episodes we’ve ever done!Buy or Rent The Land Before Time VI:The Secret of Saurus Rock onlineFollow Thomas on Discord @ThomasL8Follow rate and review this podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcast. Be sure to follow Talkin' Toons w. Toys on Twitter & Bluesky on @TalkinToonsToys for latest updates on future episodes and for the video version, subscribe to The M YouTube channel.

The Trio get hacked into the system as child actor and VO artist Blaze Rafferty takes them down the servers of the genre-defining animated show ReBoot. The crew discuss the ever-changing landscape of animation production, praise computer geeks, and go full 90’s tech talk! Shout out to all the computer geeks out there and enjoy the show!Watch ReBoot free on TubiFollow Blaze on BlueSky @bsaysstuff.bsky.social/Follow rate and review this podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcast. Be sure to follow Talkin' Toons w. Toys on Twitter & Bluesky on @TalkinToonsToys for latest updates on future episodes and for the video version, subscribe to The M YouTube channel.

The Trio nerd out with award-winning animator Alex Belter about the fantasy adventure series Chaotic. Based on a trading card game, the boys discuss TCG’s, fantasy world-building, and get a history lesson that’s better than any history you’ll learn in school. It’s gonna get real chaotic in here, and yes, we use that pun multiple times!Watch Chaotic on YouTubeFollow Alex on:Bluesky @alexfanmadeYouTube @alexfanfan9511Follow rate and review this podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcast. Be sure to follow Talkin' Toons w. Toys on Twitter on @TalkinToonsToys for latest updates on future episodes and for the video version, subscribe to The M YouTube channel.

The Trio are joined by voice artist & opera singer Jean February to discuss the sci-fi mixed media epic Skyland. During the conversation, the party talk about world building, why music is so important to storytelling, and name check a few tropes that will make fanboys very happy. This is a fun one!Watch Skyland free on YouTubeFollow Jean on:jeanfebruary.comBluesky @jeanfebruary.bsky.social/Twitter @jeanfebruaryVAFollow rate and review this podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcast. Be sure to follow Talkin' Toons w. Toys onTwitter on @TalkinToonsToys for latest updates on future episodes and for the video version, subscribe toThe M YouTube channel.

Hope you’re hungry folks because the Trio are joined by TikToker and VO artist Lukas Doerzapf to discuss a piece of animated fast food archival history with The Wacky Adventures of Ronald McDonald. In the episode, we discuss the use of experimental animation, brand collaborations, and the shocking connection everyone discovered between this niche show and one of the most iconic cartoons of all time! Grab a bite to eat & enjoy listening! Watch The Wacky Adventures of Ronald McDonald free on YouTube Follow Lukas on: TikTok @lukasdoesvo Twitter @LukasDoerzapf Instagram @jarjarchair Follow rate and review this podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcast. Be sure to follow Talkin' Toons w. Toys on Twitter on @TalkinToonsToys for latest updates on future episodes and for the video version, subscribe to The M YouTube channel.

It’s a turtle takeover as the Trio are joined by the hosts of Duderonomy, A Ninja Turtle Retread podcast, Bryan VanGelder & Dan Spitaliere, to discuss Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. The gang dive into this 2018 Nickelodeon produced reimagining of the turtles story by discussing the lore of the Turtles franchise and characters, Master Splinter’s romantic affairs, and give out some golden ideas for the franchise for any producers listening. It is truly a shell raising good time! Watch Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles on Paramount + Follow Duderonomy: A Ninja Turtles Retread on: Spotify, Apple Podcast, iHeart Radio & wherever you get podcasts Follow Dan on: Twitter @VoxSpitaliere voxspitaliere.com Follow Bryan on Instagram @bryanvangelder Follow rate and review this podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcast. Be sure to follow Talkin' Toons w. Toys on Twitter on @TalkinToonsToys for latest updates on future episodes and for the video version, subscribe to The M YouTube channel.

It’s our 10th episode of Talkin’ Toons w. Toys! The Trio are celebrating with award winning animator, Shavonna Tillery, as we go spiritual with Living Scriptures: Animated Stories from the Bible. In this special episode, we dive into why VeggieTales is so popular to religious and secular audiences, learn about the four quadrants of media, and do stuff we’ve never done before on the pod including orchestrating a very special and emotional tribute dedication. Thank you all for getting us to double digits!! Watch Living Scriptures Animated Stories on the Living Scriptures streaming app Follow Shavonna on Instagram @boutgrace19 Follow rate and review this podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcast. Be sure to follow Talkin' Toons w. Toys on Twitter on @TalkinToonsToys for latest updates on future episodes and for the video version, subscribe to The M YouTube channel.

On this cultural episode, The Trio are joined by artist Ashley Zelaya to talk the Mexican-inspired, Nickelodeon classic El Tigre: The Adventures of Manny Rivera. In the episode, The Trio get schooled by learning about cultural representation, concept a new artist spotlight segment, and Barney has a hot take that may get him in trouble with Disney fans. This episode es muy excelente! Watch El Tigre: The Adventures of Manny Rivera on Paramount + Follow Ashley on YouTube @ashleyzelaya2350 Follow rate and review this podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcast. Be sure to follow Talkin' Toons w. Toys on Twitter on @TalkinToonsToys for latest updates on future episodes and for the video version, subscribe to The M YouTube channel.

The Trio get a little abstract with motion graphics artist, Jake Rawson, as they discuss the surrealist anime, Kyousougiga. In this episode, they discuss the idea of abstract art, turning your brain off, and Barney gives a (actually true!) history behind the making of SpongeBob SquarePants. If you’re a fan of cartoons at all, this is a great episode! Watch Kyousougiga on Crunchyroll Follow Jake on Vimeo @jrawsondesign Follow rate and review this podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcast. Be sure to follow Talkin' Toons w. Toys on Twitter on @TalkinToonsToys for latest updates on future episodes and for the video version, subscribe to The M YouTube channel.

Lords of Light! The Trio are joined by writer and journalist, Juan Carlo Rodríguez, to talk about the 80’s Saturday Morning cult classic, Thundarr the Barbarian. In the episode, we discuss the idea of escapism in 80’s cartoons, learn about the “Go-Bots curse” (a name made up on the spot), and receive an impromptu acting lesson/demonstration! This is an episode you don’t watch to miss! Watch Thundarr the Barbarian on Amazon Prime Follow Juan on: https://iamjuancarlo.com/ Instagram @Jaycer17 TikTok @Jaycer17 Twitter @Jaycer17 Treads @Jaycer17 Follow rate and review this podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcast. Be sure to follow Talkin' Toons w. Toys on Twitter on @TalkinToonsToys for latest updates on future episodes and for the video version, subscribe to The M YouTube channel.

*Content Warning! It’s time for retribution on the pod today as animator and insurance agent, Priscilla Segarra, has the Trio repent for their sins as they discuss the supernatural anime thriller, Hell Girl. This episode dives into the idea of morality, justice vs revenge, and the one belief that all religions unanimously believe in.*Warning: This episode contains some discussion of suicidal thoughts and child endangerment that might be triggering to some listeners. Watch Hell Girl: Fourth Twilight on Amazon and Crunchyroll Follow Priscilla on Instagram @mediabuni Follow rate and review this podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcast. Be sure to follow Talkin' Toons w. Toys on Twitter on @TalkinToonsToys for latest updates on future episodes and for the video version, subscribe to The M YouTube channel.

The claws are coming out on this episode, folks, as the Trio are joined by animator and graphic designer, Madisen Meleski, to discuss the Nickelodeon cartoon, Catscratch. This episode discusses the underground popular show from Nickelodeon lore while trying to define “smart comedy”, stylistic choices & story plot-lines, and discover an unintentionally connecting though-line within every one of our podcast episodes. Check it out! Follow Madisen at: meleskimg.myportfolio.com Twitter @shyingflutters Follow rate and review this podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcast. Be sure to follow Talkin' Toons w. Toys on Twitter on @TalkinToonsToys for latest updates on future episodes and for the video version, subscribe to The M YouTube channel.

It’s gonna get a little wild as the Trio are joined by content creator, Mikaela Crandell, to discuss Star vs. the Forces of Evil. In the episode, we talk about individuality, some faults in the animation industry, and get unexpectedly political. Check it out! Watch Star vs. the Forces of Evil on Disney + Follow Mikaela on YouTube @goodvibesisland Follow rate and review this podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcast. Be sure to follow Talkin' Toons w. Toys on Twitter on @TalkinToonsToys for latest updates on future episodes and for the video version, subscribe to The M YouTube channel.

The Trio are joined by streamer, JC Sidney, to discuss the scientifically-accurate grossness of the show, Grossology. In the episode we discuss taking bold swings when it comes to children’s programming, the influence of Saul Bass, and why Cartoon Network may have had a leg up against Nickelodeon at a time! Watch Grossology on YouTube @KeepItWeird Follow JC on Twitch @Shaolinkingx Follow rate and review this podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcast. Be sure to follow Talkin' Toons w. Toys on Twitter on @TalkinToonsToys for latest updates on future episodes and for the video version, subscribe to The M YouTube channel.

In this episode of Talkin’ Toons, writer and gamer, Cohen Olson, comes on to discuss the French animated, game inspired show, Wakfu. In the episode, we discuss the idea of filler episodes and high fantasy lore, Dungeons & Dragons, and try to apologize to the fanbase for making a comparative regarding Avatar:The Last Airbender. It’s gonna be a good one! Watch Wakfu on Netflix Follow Cohen on instagram @artthoucohen Follow rate and review this podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcast. Be sure to follow Talkin' Toons w. Toys on Twitter on @TalkinToonsToys for latest updates on future episodes and for the video version, subscribe to The M YouTube channel.

In this first episode of the Talkin Toons w Toys podcast, the Trio is joined by fitness trainer and youtuber, Darius Carlisle, to discuss Sonic SatAM(a.k.a Sonic the Hedgehog Saturday Morning Cartoon). In the episode we dive into the significance of Saturday Morning Cartoons, the complicated history of Sonic’s family, and why America had an issue with French fries. What a way to kick off a podcast! Watch Sonic SatAM on Paramount + Follow Darius on: Instagram @dariuscarlisle TikTok @darius_carlisle Twitter @darius_carlisle Follow rate and review this podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcast. Be sure to follow Talkin' Toons w. Toys on Twitter on @TalkinToonsToys for latest updates on future episodes and for the video version, subscribe to The M YouTube channel.

Presenting Talkin' Toons w. Toys, the new podcast created by Adventures of the Trio creator Malik "The M", in which the vocal stars of Barney, Spongebobble & Spongeballoon, aka "The Trio", plus special guests discuss the often overlooked cartoons and animation throughout media history. Launching March 20th and bi-weekly Wednesdays Follow rate and review Talkin' Toons w. Toys on Spotify and Apple Podcast. Be sure to follow Talkin' Toons w. Toys on Twitter on @TalkinToonsToys for latest updates on future episodes and for the video version, subscribe to The M YouTube channel.