Hey there, it's been a while, hasn't it? I know I've been on a bit of a hiatus from the podcast, and I'm not fully back yet, but I couldn't let this moment pass without sharing something that's been weighing heavily on my heart. You see, recently we lost a true legend in the world of manga: Akira Toriyama. His passing hit me hard, harder than I expected, and I knew I had to take a moment to honor his memory.

So, here I am, no scripts, no rehearsing, just me talking straight from the heart. This episode might be a bit rough around the edges, but I couldn't let this sensitive time slip by without expressing how much Toriyama's work has meant to me over the years. From Dragon Ball to Dragon Ball z, Dragon Ball Super, Sand Land, Dragon Quest and even GT, his creations have helped shaped my life and influenced my love for storytelling in ways I can't fully express. In fact it was my love for Dragon ball z that pushed me to even start podcasting!

Recording this episode has been tough, to say the least. There's a heaviness in my chest as I speak, knowing that Toriyama's absence will be felt deeply in the world of manga. But amidst the sadness, I find solace in the fact that his legacy lives on through his incredible body of work. So here's to you, Akira Toriyama, thank you for everything. Your impact will never be forgotten.

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Artist - Josh Kramer

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For years I have enjoyed classic animation specials from one of the early masters of stop motion.  From Rudolph to Santa the Rankin Bass holiday films have always been a staple in my movie line up. From its charming style to its awesome music, join me as I celebrate more than a half century of great work. 

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Extra links:

The Boxtrolls Behind the Scenes - Time Lapse End Credits (2014) - Stop-Motion Animated Movie HD - YouTube

FATMAN Trailer (2020) Mel Gibson, Walton Goggins, Thriller Movie - YouTube

Welcome to Toon Lore Done Right! Today, Dave the Tutor dives into the wonderful history of Justice League the animated series.  Driven by creative minds like Bruce Timm and the late great Dwayne McDuffie, see how they and the voice talent really brought this classic show to life. With characters like superman, batman, wonder woman, martian man hunter, hawk girl and john stewart green lantern, its difficult to think that this show ever had its struggles.  But we see that writing for such an iconic team can be difficult even for the people who had already successfully launched the Batman, superman, batman beyond and static shock animated series. 

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Extra links:

Justice League declassified panel discussion: Justice League Declassified - YouTube

Black light - Nerding out with Chelsea:

instagram: @nerdingoutwithchelsea

Website: nerdingoutwithchelsea | Beacons mobile website

Welcome to Toon Lore Done Right!

You can call me Dave the Tutor and today I will be tackling Anime for the first time on the show, Full Metal Alchemist Brotherhood! Well almost first, I did already do Cannon Busters, which was made by an African American man who has experience working in anime studios. At any rate, on this episode we dive into the dark, philosophical and action packed world of FMAB.  Full Metal Alchemist is one of those anime, along with Samurai Champloo and Cowboy Bebop, that just has a way of connecting to traditionally non-anime watchers.  FMAB takes us through an emotional journey of love, loss and sacrifice as the Elric brothers try to find the fabled philosophers stone! As we talk about there themes let's find out if you should skip it, try it, watch it or binge it!

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Black light:

Sean Tate

Instagram - @Seantate_seanime

Shirt designs - Happy 2nd Birthday To Us! - Blerd 

Extra links:

The Philosophy of Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood – Wisecrack Edition - YouTube

Alchemy - Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood Narration - YouTube

Welcome to Toon Lore Done Right!

You can call me Dave the Tutor and today I have something special! On this episode we dive into the weird, the dark and the funny Grim adventures of Billy and Mandy.  I have the pleasure of working with guest and substitute teacher Deanna and long time listeners will recognize her voice.  She is the host of the Loose Change podcast and all around 90's cartoon fan. Billy and Mandy was Created by Maxwell Adams and this classic cartoon cartoon brings forth some memorable characters and hilarious moments. It's dark tone made it a stand out hit in the hay-day of Cartoon Network, so let's find out if you should skip it, try it, watch it or binge it!

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Extra links:

Black light - DeAndra Hodge @deandrahodge on instagram and her website is www.deandrahodge.com 

Billy and Mandy in" Trepanation of the skull and you

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vVTyJ3Yecx0

Cartoon Cartoon bumpers:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lpUHw2SGtzM 

Billy - Destroy us all:

https://youtu.be/3vPgClUlERc?t=54 

In my head podcast:

https://youtu.be/6NCWULVMosg?t=139

Welcome to Toon Lore Done Right!

You can call me Dave the Tutor and today I have something special! Today we are going to dive into one of my favorite shows of recent history, 2017's Duck Tales.  A masterclass in how to reboot a series, this show is peak Disney animation in so many ways.

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Character Design references: Art of DuckTales (2017) (characterdesignreferences.com)

Hullabaloo short film: Hullabaloo Steampunk animated film | Indiegogo

Hey Hire us! Hey, Hire Us! (podbean.com)

Seaniccus: Seaniccus - YouTube

Welcome to Toon Lore Done Right!

You can call me Dave the Tutor and today I have something special! The era of the Disney afternoon in the 90's brought joy o millions of people.  Of the many hits from the time, Gargoyles, Duck Tales, Darkwing Duck and more, one of the break out hits was Chip n Dale rescue rangers. With the new animated show and the upcoming film in the works, I wanted to dive back in to a show like this one that is thought fondly of.  So i'm glad to take you on the journey with me to dive into some of my thoughts. 

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Information on Disney diversity: Disney+ Advisory - Stories Matter | The Walt Disney Company

Black light: Karama aka The BlerdGurl @TheBlerdGurl on instagram and twitter

Welcome to Toon Lore Done Right!

You can call me Dave the Tutor and today I have something special. What do you get when you combine an appreciation for anime, a passion for animation, a love for the black experience and a Netflix deal?  Well, in this case you get Cannon Busters! The brain child of Veteran animator LeSean Thomas, Cannon Busters has a storied production history before ultimately landing on Netflix.  Come hang out as we take a dive to get the TLDR on a predominantly black and brown anime. 

So if you like nerdy, blerdy, anime and pop culture stuff both nostalgic and new then you are in the right place.  Toon Lore Done Right drops bi-weekly with dope content so to keep up with everything, follow me on instagram and twitter at ToonLoreDR and join my Patreon at patreon.com/toonloredr.

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- The linguistics behind the southern accent: (5) A Quick Lesson on Southern Linguistics - YouTube

- Filmation mini documentary :https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IauV2h2d84U

- Black light: Find Dr Norton Therapy on instagram @drnortontherapy

- Host: David Devine Hughes

Welcome to Toon Lore Done Right!

You can call me Dave the Tutor and today I have something special. I have the honor to interview Cartoon Network veteran producer, author and podcast host Mr. Mark McCray. We talk about the animation industry, network budgets, animation quality, animation haters and more. 

So if you like nerdy, blerdy, anime and pop culture stuff both nostalgic and new then you are in the right place.  Toon Lore Done Right drops bi-weekly with dope content so to keep up with everything, follow me on instagram and twitter at ToonLoreDR and join my Patreon at patreon.com/toonloredr.

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- Thanks to Mark McCray for being willing to sit down and chat with me!  You can purchase his book, The best Saturdays of our lives, on his website www.TBSOOL.com.  If you stop by his website now you can get a signed copy of the book. 

- Special thanks to Deanna Denham of the Loose Change podcast for adding her voice talents to the show

- Filmation mini documentary :https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IauV2h2d84U 

- Sid and Mary Krofft Wiki: Sid and Marty Krofft - Wikipedia

- HR Puffinstuff: H.R. Pufnstuf 1969 Opening and Closing Theme - YouTube

- Host: David Devine Hughes

Covid, relocating to from the other side of the world, relearning everything I thought I knew/remembered about America.  Yeah 2020 was a beast of a year but i'm back with more toons to talk about.  Hey, you can call me Dave the Tutor today and on Toon Lore Done Right we will take a moment to look back at the year that was to both celebrate and lament some major changes.  I'm also excited to give you a sneak peak at what is to come!

So if you like nerdy, blerdy, anime and pop culture stuff both nostalgic and new then you are in the right place.  Toon Lore Done Right drops bi-weekly with dope content so to keep up with everything, follow me on instagram and twitter at ToonLoreDR and join my patreon at patreon.com/toonloredr.

So until the next time I can give you the TLDR on a film, tv show, character or concept in animation, it's been real

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- Website: Toon Lore Done Right: podcast (toonloredr.com)

- Host: David Devine Hughes