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Relive your childhood as we look back at the history of your favorite (and not-so-favorite) Saturday Morning cartoon, discuss the good, bad and ugly of each series and see how well they hold up today.... more
FAQs about ToonTalk:How many episodes does ToonTalk have?The podcast currently has 39 episodes available.
June 10, 2022[Episode 9] Shirt TalesAnother greeting card inspired cartoon, this time it is 1983’s Shirt Tales. Cute little animals who live in a tree and have access to a super-sonic transport plane and solve crimes. A cartoon that shone brightly yet briefly before quickly fading away....more1h 3minPlay
May 27, 2022[Episode 8] Help! Its the Hair Bear BunchOoh, ooh, Mr. Peevly! Hanna-Barbera reheats a tried-and-true formula for 1975...and it works! Help!...Its’s The Hair Bear Bunch looks and feels like a classic cartoon that could have run for a couple of years, but somehow didn’t....more1h 4minPlay
May 13, 2022[Episode 7] The Brady KidsTo quote John, “I may never forgive you for making me watch The Brady Kids.” Just how bad is this show from 1972? Here’s a hint, It makes Superman and Wonder Woman hard to watch. You don’t want to miss this discussion, including whether or not you should watch the spinoff....more59minPlay
April 29, 2022[Episode 6] TransformersWhat a difference four years makes. John and Robert look at the evolution of The Transformers (1984-87) from a cohesive story to a complete overhaul after the new toys are on the shelves. How does this classic from the 80’s hold up today? Have the guys ever gotten over the trauma of Transformers: The Movie?...more1h 10minPlay
April 15, 2022[Episode 5] Scooby Doo Where Are You!Jinkies! An institution of Saturday mornings starts with 1969’s Scooby-Doo, Where Are You! and the Toon Talk Guys are here for it. Lots of good, some bad, and maybe a little bias in this episode about a show that was originally rejected by CBS....more59minPlay
April 01, 2022[Episode 4] Rainbow BriteCreated specifically to sell toys, 1984’s Rainbow Brite is an interesting study of what is and what will never be. Come for the discussion on if the Color Kids matter. Stay for a fun look at government regulations. The guys wonder if a horse can also be considered a jack-ass?...more1h 3minPlay
March 18, 2022[Episode 3] Hulk Hogan’s Rock-N-WrestlingLet us tell you something, brother! The Toon Talk Guys dig into the WWF’s appeal to a younger audience with 1985’s Hulk Hogan’s Rock ‘n’ Wrestling. Say your prayers and take your vitamins - you may need them to deal with this show...Hear why Robert likes the intro to this show better than the actual show, and John finds a way to make a JFK/Zapruder Film reference....more1h 10minPlay
March 05, 2022[Episode 2] Tom and JerryFor a series consisting of seven-minute shorts, there is A LOT to unpack when it comes to Tom and Jerry. We discuss the historic rise of the stalwart MGM cat and mouse duo from cinema shorts to their first television appearance in 1965 through 1972. AND they won an Oscar! Several actually....more1h 4minPlay
February 18, 2022[Episode 1] Laff-A-LympicsWelcome to Toon Talk! It’s our first episode. The guys talk about the heyday of Saturday morning cartoons and look at the athletic prowess of the Hanna-Barbera heroes and underhanded tactics of the villains in Scooby’s All-Star Laff-a-lympics from 1977-78. Ever wonder why a pig would need an eye patch? John and Robert have an answer for you....more1h 3minPlay
FAQs about ToonTalk:How many episodes does ToonTalk have?The podcast currently has 39 episodes available.