"The Untold Story of 'A Goofy Movie'."

In this special episode of Animation Fascination⁠, host ⁠Marc Vibbert⁠ ⁠ sits down with filmmakers Christopher Ninness and Eric Kimelton, the directing duo behind the brand-new Disney+ documentary NOT JUST A GOOF, along with legendary director Kevin Lima, who brought A GOOFY MOVIE to life back in 1995.

NOT JUST A GOOF uncovers the emotional, funny, and sometimes rocky journey behind the making of A GOOFY MOVIE —a film that may have been overlooked when it premiered but has since grown into a beloved cult classic for an entire generation. The doc celebrates the creativity, resilience, and vision of a young team making their first Disney feature while exploring themes of fatherhood, identity, and belonging.

(Recorded: Friday, April 4th, 2025)

🎥 Hear all about:

• The origins of the documentary and why now was the perfect time to tell this story
• Kevin Lima's memories of directing A GOOFY MOVIE and what it was like being a first-time Disney feature director
• Behind-the-scenes tales from the original production
• The impact of the film over the past 30 years
• How the documentary became a spiritual sequel to Waking Sleeping Beauty
• What surprised even the filmmakers during their deep dive into Disney’s archives

Plus, we geek out over Powerline, road trips with Goofy, and the unexpected emotional weight this film still carries three decades later.

🎉 NOT JUST A GOOF premieres April 7th on Disney+, perfectly timed to celebrate the 30th anniversary of A GOOFY MOVIE.

🎧 Whether you’re a lifelong fan, an animation aficionado, or just love a great comeback story—this is one episode you won’t want to miss.

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"With Great Power, Comes Great... Respect."

In this episode of Animation Fascination, hosts Marc Vibbert and Stanford Clark swing into action with special guest Hector Navarro (Heroes Reforged) to discuss Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man – Marvel’s latest animated take on the web-slinger!

Is this fresh spin on Peter Parker’s origin a game-changer, or are we just retreading old webs? We break down the unique twists on Spider-Man’s story, from Oscorp’s influence to a surprising new symbiotic connection, and debate whether the series stands out from previous adaptations like The Spectacular Spider-Man. Plus, we analyze the animation style, character arcs, and how the show ties into the larger Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Does this version of Spidey live up to the legacy? Tune in and find out!

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"Sometimes, to survive, you must become more than you were programmed to be."

Join Stanford Clark and Marc Vibbert as they dive into the most exciting animated films of 2024! From long-awaited sequels to fresh, original stories, we’re breaking down everything that made this year in animation unforgettable.

• 🎞️ Movies We’re Discussing:
• 🌊 Moana 2: A return to the ocean with Moana and her next big adventure!
• 🤖 Transformers: One: The origins of Optimus Prime and Megatron.
• 🐦 The Wild Robot: A heartwarming adaptation of Peter Brown’s beloved book.
• 🟡 Despicable Me 4: Gru, the Minions, and more mischief!
• 🐼 Kung Fu Panda 4: Po faces his greatest challenge yet.
• 🧩 Piece by Piece: A touching story built brick by brick.
• ✨ Spellbound: A magical journey from Skydance Animation.
• 🐖 Hit Pig!: A quirky pig on a bounty-hunting mission.
• ⚔️ The Lord of the Rings: The War for the Rohirrim: An epic animated Middle-earth tale.🌈 IF: A whimsical journey from John Krasinski.
• 🌊 Flow: A stunning artistic achievement from Janus Films.
• 🐱 The Garfield Movie: Starring Chris Pratt as everyone’s favorite lasagna-loving cat.
• 🎭 Inside Out 2: Riley’s emotional rollercoaster continues.…and so much more!

🚀🔎 We’ll explore the creativity, innovation, and storytelling that defined this year’s animated releases. Plus, hear our thoughts on trends in animation and what we’re most excited about for the future!

💬 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with your fellow animation fans. Stay tuned for more episodes where we celebrate the art of animation!

"Who ya gonna call?"

Join us for a spooky *Animation Fascination* live stream recording as we celebrate Halloween with guests Kayla and Johnny from Geek the F Out and Jay from Geek.Dad.Life.!

We'll be diving into three classic THE REAL GHOSTBUSTERS episodes: "When Halloween Was Forever" (S1E8), "Knock, Knock" (S2E40), and "Janine Melnitz, Ghostbuster" (S2E12).

Get ready for spoopy nostalgic fun, behind-the-scenes insights, and plenty of ghostly good times! 👻🎃

"The Ultimate Disney Fan Event."

Join hosts Marc Vibbert and Stanford Clark on this episode of Animation Fascination as they dive into all the exciting announcements from D23 Expo 2024! Get the inside scoop (and Stanford's maybe not so "hot takes") on live-action adaptations of SNOW WHITE and LILO & STITCH, along with Pixar's original films and sequels to fan favorites like TOY STORY and THE INCREDIBLES.

Plus, we explore Walt Disney Animation Studios’ upcoming sequels to ZOOTOPIA and FROZEN. Marvel Animation also has big news with EYES OF WAKANDA, the final season of WHAT IF...?, and YOUR FRIENDLY NEIGHBORHOOD SPIDER-MAN.

And the latest (and controversial?) Disney Parks rides inspired by CARS, MONSTERS, INC., and ZOOTOPIA. Tune in for all the magical news and make sure to subscribe!

(recorded on: August 23rd, 2024)

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"I’ve spent my whole life being told who I’m supposed to be. It’s time I decide for myself."

Plot Twists Revealed | Join Marc Vibbert on Animation Fascination as we dive into the thrilling twists of MY ADVENTURES WITH SUPERMAN Season 2!

🎬 We're excited to welcome special guests Vactor from THIS COMIC COOKS! and Frank & Tim from BEER WITH GEEKS for an epic discussion.

(recorded on: July 23rd, 2024)

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"Maybe that’s what happens when you grow up, you feel less joy."

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(Recorded: Saturday, June 15, 2024)

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(recorded on: Tuesday, June 10th, 2024)

In this episode, you'll get insider insights into:

"We have never had enough time. For that, I am sorry. ... My boy. You have turned your power into a shield for the helpless. You have filled your life with love. You are more than I could have ever hoped for. And maybe, one day you'll forgive me for leaving you again."

💥 Episode 2x02 | "Adventures With My Girlfriend"

Also discussed: Clark's Valentine's Day Dilemma and hoping they're not pulling a SMALLVILLE Clark/Lana drama thing with Lois this season, the journey to the Fortress of Solitude, the pronunciation of Kara's name, plus much, much more...

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(recorded on: Tuesday, May 28th, 2024)

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Max: "I'm NOT your little boy anymore, Dad! I've grown up! I've got my own life now!"

Goofy: "I know that! ...I just wanted to be part of it. You're my son, Max. No matter how big you get... you'll always be my son."

Join us for a special ANIMATION FASCINATION episode recorded LIVE at Phoenix Fan Fusion 2024, celebrating A GOOFY MOVIE and the art of voice acting! We took a nostalgic dive into the adventures of Max and Goofy while exploring the magic behind bringing animated characters to life.

Featured special guest hosts: TED SOWARDS⁠ and ⁠MICHAEL J. SAWRAN⁠, as well as voice actors BONNIE MARIE WILLIAMS & ADAM MOLLOY. Messages from JASON MARSDEN (Max Goof) & BILL FARMER (Goofy,) and behind-the-scenes discussions, this panel provided entertainment and inspiration for fans of all ages. Don’t miss out on the fun as, for the first time ever, we saw eye to eye!

Also discussed: growing up your perspective shifts from Max to Goofy, Ted's live-action scene reproductions from the film, Goofy's birthday, plus much, much more...

(recorded on: Saturday, May 25th, 2024)

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