In this episode of the Open Bar Podcast, your favorite hosts, C4 AD and "Smellbar Attending," are back with another epic conversation! Join the fun as we welcome Deborah Anderson, a talented 3D modeler, animation professional, and professor, to talk about her incredible journey from Detroit to LA and her experiences working on projects like Family Guy, The Cleveland Show, and Invincible. From teaching 3D modeling at Santiago Canyon College to surviving LA traffic (and road rage inspiration for her own animated concept!), Deborah shares her ups, downs, and laugh-out-loud moments in the animation industry.

Get ready for a mix of candid stories, industry insights, and some seriously funny takes on life, work, and navigating the world of animation. Plus, we touch on hot topics like AI's impact on the industry, the struggles of breaking into animation, and the wild world of LA culture. Whether you're an aspiring animator or just love a good laugh, this episode is packed with gems.

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

00:57 - What is a 3D modeler

01:45 - How did you become a professor

02:05 - Why did you move to LA

04:29 - How did you get into animation

09:20 - Challenges in the animation industry

11:19 - Racism in the workplace

18:17 - Quitting your job

21:40 - Overview of the entertainment industry

23:20 - Projects and experiences in animation

27:05 - Timeframe for creating a show

28:05 - Animation on the Oculus

30:54 - Future in animation

34:10 - Process for creating an animated series

43:20 - Advice for aspiring animators

46:55 - Inspiration for starting a podcast

49:22 - Interview preparation strategies

51:19 - Staying motivated in creative work

52:18 - Thoughts on her podcast journey

57:50 - Where to find her online

59:54 - Outro

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