Mad Props with Chris Schnabel

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June 15, 2026 Sam Marin on Regular Show, Animation & Creativity
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Welcome to Mad Props. Host Chris Schnabel sits down with legendary voice actor, animator, and creator Sam Marin for a deep dive into his career in animation, his journey with Regular Show, and his creative projects beyond Cartoon Network.
Known as the voices of Benson, Pops, and Muscle Man on the beloved Cartoon Network series Regular Show, Sam shares how he met creator J.G. Quintel at CalArts, how the original student films evolved into one of the most iconic animated shows of the 2010s, and what it was like returning to these characters for Regular Show: The Lost Tapes.
Chris and Sam also discuss the art of voice acting, working alongside legendary performers like Mark Hamill, creating original animated projects, the changing entertainment industry, social media’s influence on creators, film festivals, collecting vinyl records, classic movies, and why making personal art still matters.
Topics include:
• The creation of Regular Show and working with J.G. Quintel
• Finding the voices of Benson, Pops, and Muscle Man
• The return of Regular Show: The Lost Tapes
• The future of animation and storytelling
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CHAPTERS
00:00 - Introduction
01:03 - Cartoon character coworker tier list before the interview
13:58 - Meeting Sam Marin & discovering Regular Show
15:30 - CalArts, J.G. Quintel & the origins of Regular Show
17:03 - Mark Hamill, Skips & iconic cartoon voices
20:55 - Creating the voice of Benson
21:43 - The origins of Pops and Muscle Man
23:25 - Returning for Regular Show: The Lost Tapes
28:14 - Sam’s puppet and animation projects
36:15 - Music, vinyl records & artistic hobbies
43:16 - Collecting records, comics & nostalgic media
48:07 - Upcoming projects including Pig in a Wig
52:26 - Fan Expo appearances and meeting fans
53:59 - Back to the Future, conventions & movie nostalgia
58:50 - Final thoughts
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1h 2min
June 08, 2026 Author Kate Pentecost Talks Horror, Writing Novels & Building New Worlds
Welcome to Mad Props. Host Chris Schnabel welcomes author Kate Pentecost for the first installment of the Comicpalooza interview series, recorded at Comicpalooza.
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Kate Pentecost is the author of Elysium Girls and That Dark Infinity, known for blending fantasy, horror, mythology, and unforgettable storytelling. During this live conversation from Comicpalooza, Kate discusses her journey into writing, the publishing industry, horror storytelling, creative inspiration, gaming concepts, music, and the future of interactive storytelling.
The conversation explores:
• Growing up with a passion for writing
• Traditional publishing vs. self-publishing
• Young adult fantasy and horror fiction
• Video games as narrative experiences
• Health, wellness, and personal growth
Chris and Kate also discuss Ready Player One, horror films, abandoned locations, theater, music, storytelling across different mediums, and why creators should continue exploring new forms of artistic expression.
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Epsiode shot by William Cornell
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CHAPTERS
00:00 – Intro
01:42 – Ranking Fictional Musicians Tier List
18:22 – Kate Pentecost Joins the Show at Comicpalooza
19:28 – Kate's History with Comicpalooza
20:01 – From Rural Texas to Published Author
21:20 – Publishing During the 2020 Lockdown
22:31 – Traditional Publishing vs. Self-Publishing
23:55 – Discovering a Passion for Writing
25:01 – Music's Influence on Creativity
26:14 – Alternate Reality Games & Interactive Storytelling
27:11 – Video Games as Modern Storytelling
28:25 – Geocaching, Real World Narratives & ARG Concepts
30:25 – Trying New Creative Mediums
32:48 – Music, Family & Artistic Exploration
34:07 – Theater, Live Performance & Audience Energy
35:24 – The Future of Movie Theaters and Shared Experiences
38:49 – Where Communities Gather in the Modern World
40:26 – Urban Exploration & Creative Inspiration
42:01 – Chris Shares the History of Mad Props
49:09 – Horror Fiction, Suspense & Favorite Horror Stories
54:25 – Health, Wellness & Personal Growth
59:21 – Kate's Upcoming Southern Gothic Horror Project
1:00:02 – Final Plugs
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1h 3min
May 31, 2026 Catherine Cavadini Talks Powerpuff Girls and Voice Acting
Welcome to Mad Props. Host Chris Schnabel welcomes legendary voice actress Catherine Cavadini, best known as the voice of Blossom from The Powerpuff Girls, for a conversation about animation, voice acting, conventions, and the lasting legacy of one of Cartoon Network's most iconic series.
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Catherine shares incredible behind-the-scenes stories from the early days of Cartoon Network, working with creator Craig McCracken, recording alongside Tara Strong and E.G. Daily, and helping bring one of animation's most beloved superheroes to life.
The conversation explores Catherine's journey into voice acting, how she accidentally discovered the industry, the evolution of animation and video games, convention experiences, fan interactions, performance capture technology, and the changing landscape of voiceover work.
Topics include:
• Becoming Blossom in The Powerpuff Girls
• The golden era of Cartoon Network
• Working with Craig McCracken and the original cast
• Voice acting conventions and meeting fans
• Recording animation in the 1990s vs. today
• Home studios and remote voice acting
• The evolution of voice acting careers
• Advice for aspiring voice actors
Whether you're a fan of The Powerpuff Girls, Cartoon Network, animation history, video games, voice acting, or behind-the-scenes stories from some of your favorite cartoons, this episode offers a fascinating look inside one of the industry's most recognizable careers.
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Sketching Up!
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CHAPTERS
00:00 – Introduction
01:42 – Sketching Up: Underrated Cartoon Network Shows
22:48 – Catherine Cavadini Joins the Show
25:56 – Fan Interactions, Autism Advocacy & Convention Culture
35:49 – Celebrity Casting vs. Professional Voice Actors
40:44 – How Catherine Accidentally Found Voice Acting
43:17 – Landing the Role of Blossom
46:38 – The Golden Era of Cartoon Network
49:31 – Discovering the Lasting Impact of The Powerpuff Girls
50:28 – Modern Voice Acting and Video Games
53:26 – Home Studios, COVID Changes & Remote Recording
54:55 – Performance Capture and Acting Beyond the Voice
57:50 – Teaching Voice Acting and Advice for New Talent
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1h 25min
May 25, 2026J.M. DeMatteis Talks Spider-Man, Comic Writing & Creative Purpose
What makes a great comic book story timeless?
Welcome to Mad Props. Today, host Chris Schnabel sits down with legendary comic writer J. M. DeMatteis to talk about storytelling, creativity, spirituality, comics, and the emotional depth behind some of the most iconic comic book runs ever created.
Known for legendary works like Kraven's Last Hunt, Moonshadow, and his unforgettable runs on Spider-Man, Batman, and the Justice League, DeMatteis dives deep into the philosophy behind writing emotionally grounded stories that connect with readers across generations.
The conversation explores:
The emotional core of Spider-Man stories
Writing Kraven’s Last Hunt and darker comic themes
Creativity, spirituality, and artistic purpose
The evolution of comic books and fandom culture
Storytelling beyond superheroes
How personal experiences shape writing
Convention experiences and meeting comic fans
Advice for aspiring writers and creators
If you love Marvel, DC Comics, Spider-Man, comic book writing, storytelling, creativity, or behind-the-scenes conversations with legendary creators, this episode is packed with insight.
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Episode produced by Joe Brown
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Chapters:
00:00 – Intro
02:14 – Comicpalooza, conventions & connecting with fans
05:37 – How J.M. first got into comic writing
09:12 – Early storytelling influences & creative inspiration
13:46 – Writing Spider-Man and iconic Marvel characters
18:03 – The emotional psychology behind superheroes
22:41 – Creating Kraven's Last Hunt
27:18 – Why darker comic stories resonate so deeply
31:52 – Storytelling as emotional therapy & self-discovery
36:07 – Spirituality, creativity & artistic purpose
40:26 – Writing outside of superheroes & personal storytelling
44:51 – The creative process and finding inspiration
49:08 – Character depth vs spectacle in modern storytelling
53:24 – Why Spider-Man connects across generations
57:33 – Fan interactions, conventions & comic culture
01:01:47 – Advice for aspiring writers & creators
01:06:18 – The future of comics and storytelling
01:10:42 – Final thoughts
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59min
May 18, 2026Grey DeLisle on Voice Acting, Songwriting, Touring Europe & Social Media Culture
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Grey DeLisle is one of the most iconic voice actresses in animation and ALSO a full-time touring musician and songwriter?
We sit down with legendary voice actress and musician Grey DeLisle to talk about balancing voice acting, music, motherhood, touring Europe, social media, conventions, creativity, and the evolving entertainment industry.
Grey opens up about:
Voicing iconic characters like Daphne Blake, Azula, Vicky, and Mandy
Touring Europe while balancing family life and parenting
Rediscovering songwriting during the pandemic after a 20-year creative block
Releasing multiple albums and exploring different music genres
How social media changed fame, celebrity culture, and entertainment
Grey also discusses her upcoming albums, including her collaborative record with Les Green, recording music at the Cash Cabin with Johnny Cash & June Carter’s son John Carter Cash, and working with legendary producer Andy Paley.
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Chapters:
00:00 – Intro
01:00 – Comicpalooza announcement & social media rant
03:30 – Twitter/X paywalls and social media frustrations
06:00 – The changing meaning of verification online
08:30 – Grey returns home from Europe tour for family time
10:00 – Balancing motherhood, touring & career guilt
13:00 – Grey’s new albums and music releases
15:00 – Rediscovering songwriting during the pandemic
17:00 – Writing over 600 songs after a 20-year block
19:00 – How Grey got into voice acting and cartoon voices
22:30 – Voice acting vs music career beginnings
24:00 – Stage fright and losing creativity for years
28:00 – Songwriting inspiration & “song fairy” philosophy
30:00 – Meeting fans at conventions
33:00 – Why voice actors should do the voices for fans
36:00 – Influencer culture and internet fame
38:00 – How social media changed celebrity status
42:00 – Why creators now need social media followings
44:00 – The dangers of posting every thought online
48:00 – Upcoming Europe tour dates & new albums
50:00 – Working with legendary musicians & producers
54:00 – Country, soul, folk & Beach Boys influences
55:30 – Why fans resist artists changing styles
57:00 – Outro
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41min
May 11, 2026Mad Props Mailbag: Talking YouTube Rabbit Holes, Guests, Sports Media & Comicpalooza
Welcome to Mad Props, host Chris Schnabel opens up the mailbag and answers listener-submitted questions about the podcast, his career, sports media, dream guests, behind-the-scenes stories, favorite interviews, and what it takes to keep Mad Props growing.
Chris talks about the evolution of Mad Props, how the podcast got its name, the early days of interviewing guests, and the moments that helped shape the show into what it is today. He also shares stories about past guests like Rob Paulsen, Phil LaMarr, Carlos Alazraqui, Julius Thomas, Ava Bunn, Jordan Ta’amu, Momo Sanogo, and more.
This episode also dives into:
How Chris prepares for interviews
The hardest parts of podcasting
Guests he wants to bring back
His dream guest
Working in sports media and content creation
Gonzaga, Hartford Athletic, and career lessons
Favorite baseball memories
YouTube rabbit holes, tornado videos, basketball, fitness, and personal stories
Chris also previews his first-ever Comicpalooza panel, “The Art of Interview,” happening May 24 at 4:15 p.m. at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas.
If you’re a fan of Mad Props, sports media, podcasting, interviews, animation guests, voice actors, content creation, or behind-the-scenes podcast stories, this episode gives you a deeper look at the host behind the show.
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Chapters:
00:00 – Intro
01:00 – Why Chris is doing more solo episodes
02:00 – Comicpalooza announcement
04:30 – How to submit mailbag questions
06:00 – When did podcasting feel like something real?
08:30 – The guest who changed Mad Props
11:00 – Keeping in touch with former guests
13:30 – Hardest interviews to prepare for
16:00 – Gonzaga and getting back into sports media
18:00 – How Chris got into filming sports
19:30 – Biggest interview lessons learned
22:00 – Guests canceling and podcast frustrations
23:30 – Favorite Hartford Athletic social media moment
24:30 – Dream Mad Props guest
26:00 – Does Chris get nervous before interviews?
31:00 – What people misunderstand about Mad Props
32:30 – How much planning goes into an episode
34:30 – How Mad Props got its name
38:00 – Advice for sports media and content creators
39:00 – Episodes Chris wishes more people discovered
42:00 – Hobbies outside podcasting
44:00 – YouTube rabbit holes and tornado obsession
46:30 – Swapping lives with a former guest
47:00 – Unfinished guest ideas and screenshots
51:00 – What makes someone fun to interview
52:00 – Biggest irrational fear
53:30 – Weird YouTube rabbit holes
56:30 – What people assume wrong about Chris
57:30 – Final Comicpalooza plug
59:00 – Outro
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1h 1min
May 04, 2026From Rocko to Reno 911: Carlos Alazraqui Breaks Down Voice Acting
What does it take to create some of the most iconic voices in animation?
In this episode of Mad Props, host Chris Schnabel sits down with legendary voice actor Carlos Alazraqui—known for bringing characters like Rocko, Denzel Crocker, and roles in Reno 911! to life.
Carlos dives into:
How he created voices for Rocko, Crocker, Lazlo, and more
The improv and real-life inspirations behind iconic characters
What it’s like hearing your voice come out of characters fans love
Why nostalgia hits so hard for fans (Rocco, Spyro, Fairly OddParents)
They also talk about:
The impact of conventions and meeting fans in person
Behind-the-scenes stories from animation, gaming, and live events
His documentary project Mr. Big and bringing a 60-year-old film idea to life
If you love cartoons, voice acting, animation, or behind-the-scenes stories from your favorite shows, this episode is packed with insight and nostalgia.
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Chapters
00:00 – Intro: Voice Acting Legend Carlos Alazraqui
04:30 – The impact of Rocco, Spyro & iconic roles
07:00 – Seeing your voice come to life for fans
10:00 – Why nostalgia hits so hard
12:00 – Creating the Crocker voice (Fairly OddParents)
15:00 – Improv and influences behind voice acting
18:00 – Building characters from real-life inspiration
21:00 – Practicing voices & developing range
24:00 – Sound-alikes vs original characters
27:00 – Playing roles on Family Guy & new shows
30:00 – Hearing yourself in new characters
32:00 – Ocean plunges, routines & mental reset
36:00 – Daily routines & staying energized for conventions
39:00 – Soccer, LAFC & passion outside acting
44:00 – Why live sports feel like “real-life comics”
48:00 – Fan culture, community & identity
52:00 – The “Mr. Big” documentary explained
56:00 – Film festivals & future distribution plans
59:00 – Social media, branding & fan engagement
01:02:00 – Con experiences & interacting with fans
01:05:00 – Reno 911 stories & cosplay moments
01:07:00 – Outro
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1h 11min
April 27, 2026NASA Engineer Turned Author, Zach Taylor
What’s it like to work at NASA… and then go write a novel about rockstars?
In this episode of Mad Props, host Chris Schnabel sits down with NASA engineer and author Zach Taylor to dive into two completely different worlds—space exploration and storytelling.
Zach shares:
How he became a NASA engineer and what the job is really like
The pressure behind working on missions that impact human spaceflight
Why space exploration still matters (and what’s holding it back)
The reality of NASA funding, missions, and long-term goals
His journey into writing and publishing his debut novel Rockstar Echoes
The conversation then shifts into Zach’s book, exploring:
The inspiration behind Rockstar Echoes
Fame vs. the grind of making it in the music industry
Building complex characters and long-form storytelling
The realities of being an independent author
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Chapters
00:00 – Intro
02:00 – Chris announces Comicpalooza appearance
03:30 – Meeting Zach through Reddit
04:00 – How Zach got into NASA
06:30 – Life as a NASA engineer & pressure of the job
08:30 – Managing teams, workload & mission stress
10:15 – Why Huntsville is “Rocket City”
12:15 – NASA launches & witnessing history
14:30 – Why space exploration still matters
16:45 – Funding challenges & political impact on NASA
19:00 – Why getting to the Moon is so difficult
21:00 – Conspiracies, perception & public understanding
24:00 – Why Zach started writing
26:00 – Inspiration behind Rockstar Echoes
28:00 – Writing process & publishing journey
30:00 – Independent publishing vs traditional publishing
32:45 – Fame vs grind: themes of the book
35:30 – Female perspective in rock music storytelling
38:00 – Music industry realities & gender dynamics
41:00 – Research process behind the story
42:30 – What Zach wants readers to take away
44:30 – Future books & series expansion
47:30 – New project idea: “Skinsuit”
50:30 – Where to find Zach & his book
52:30 – Outro
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56min
April 20, 2026Life After Football, Momo Sanogo
What happens when the game ends?
In this episode of Mad Props, host Chris Schnabel sits down with former Ole Miss standout and UFL champion Momo Sanogo to talk about the reality of life after football — from chasing NFL opportunities to making the difficult decision to step away from the game and build a new career.
Momo opens up about:
His journey through college football at Ole Miss and Louisville
The transition from XFL to UFL and winning a championship
The emotional side of walking away from football
Finding purpose outside of sports
Breaking into medical device sales and building a new future
The conversation goes beyond sports — diving into mindset, identity, discipline, and what it really takes to move on from something you’ve dedicated your entire life to.
Plus, Chris and Momo get into everything from YouTube rabbit holes to streaming culture, content creation, and life experiences that shape who you become after athletics.
If you’re an athlete, former athlete, or just someone navigating a big life transition — this episode is for you.
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Chapters
00:00 – Intro
01:00 – YouTube Music vs Spotify rant (and why it matters)
06:20 – Momo joins the show & UFL connection
12:00 – What Momo does now: Medical Device Sales
13:15 – Why he left finance for a more competitive career
14:00 – Football journey: Ole Miss → Louisville → UFL
15:00 – Inside UFL training camp & roster cuts
17:45 – The decision to walk away from football
19:00 – Trusting the process & finding signs
20:00 – Life after football: identity, purpose & family
21:30 – Why coaching wasn’t the right path
23:00 – Chris’ career journey & pivot into media
26:00 – Social media, content, and building visibility
28:00 – Why athletes NEED content in today’s world
30:00 – YouTube habits, streaming & rabbit holes
40:00 – Spotify vs YouTube Music debate
45:00 – Content creation struggles & engagement
50:00 – Viral strategies & intentional “wrong takes”
56:00 – Random stories: spiders, snakes & Texas life
58:00 – Final thoughts
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1h 16min
April 13, 2026 Most Electric Moments in Baseball
The MLB season is here—and this might be the most unpredictable, chaotic, and exciting year baseball has seen in decades.
In this solo episode of Mad Props with Chris Schnabel, Chris breaks down everything you need to know heading into the new MLB season: from the rise of baseball’s next generation of superstars to bold predictions, sleeper teams, and the biggest storylines shaping the future of the sport.
This episode dives deep into the evolution of baseball, including the impact of the automatic ball-strike system, skyrocketing player contracts, and looming labor disputes that could change the league forever. Chris also highlights the growing popularity of MLB, the dominance of teams like the Dodgers, and why this season feels like a turning point for the game.
Plus, don’t miss a breakdown of the most electric baseball moments since 2010—including iconic plays, unforgettable postseason performances, and moments that defined an era of baseball.
Whether you're a die-hard MLB fan, Yankees supporter, or just getting into baseball, this episode delivers analysis, storytelling, and strong takes you won’t hear anywhere else.
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Chapters
00:00 - Intro
03:04 - The New Faces of Baseball
05:51 - Player Contracts & Business of MLB
09:04 - Dodgers Dominance & Super Team Era
12:11 - Baseball’s Surge in Popularity
15:13 - Labor Disputes & MLB’s Future
24:38 - Sleeper Teams: Pirates & Angels
29:02 - Top Electric Moments in Baseball Since 2010
38:32 - Predictions, Playoff Picks & Bold Takes
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48min

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