From Saturday-morning cartoons to Batter Royale, Leisl Adams has spent her life bringing stories to life—one drawing at a time.

In this episode, Brian McDonald talks with Leisl about the curiosity that fuels creativity, the discipline that turns passion into craft, and what it means to keep the fun in art even after it becomes your job.

They explore childhood imagination, mentorship, and the invisible work behind storytelling that makes characters—and artists—feel alive.

It’s honest, funny, and full of hard-won wisdom from a lifelong student of story.

Let’s get started.