On episode 249 of Toon Talk Weekly, Jake and Brad check out the 2010 3D animated series “Planet Sheen.” Listen to the episode above or download the MP3 (30.1 mb). Planet Sheen was created by Keith Alcorn and Steve Oedekerk and is based on Jimmy Neutron by John A. Davis. The series is the second spin-off of the 2001 film Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius and ran for one season and twenty-six episodes. The series follows Sheen, one of Jimmy Neutron’s best friends, after he accidentally launches himself to an alien planet light years away from Earth. Upon arriving, he is thought to be one of the most intelligent beings in the Universe and spends his days trying to rebuild his ship as well as getting to know the local alien inhabitants. Upon visiting Jimmy Neutron’s workshop, Sheen discovers a a rocket ship with multiple notes pleading that     Subscribe to Toon Talk Weekly!iTunes: http://www.tinyurl.com/toontalk Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/toon-talk-weekly Follow us everywhere!Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/toontalkweekly Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/toontalkweekly Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/toontalkweekly Google+: http://plus.google.com/+toontalkweekly Or send us an email to: [email protected] Toon Talk Weekly - Episode 249 - Show Notes

On episode 248 of Toon Talk Weekly, Jake and Brad find out that things get a little weird when they watch an episode of 1995′s “Freakazoid!” Listen to the episode above or download the MP3 (29.9 mb). Freakazoid! was created by Bruce Timm and Paul Dini and was developed for the Kids’ WB programming block on the WB network. The series began in 1995 and ran for two seasons and twenty-four total episodes. The show follows the title character, Freakazoid, a manic, insane, superhero who battles with an array of super villains. What was originally pitched as a superhero action show quickly became a flat-out comedy with the help of Animaniacs writers and Steven Spielberg’s direction. It was fun revisiting a show that we saw a ton when it was syndicated on Cartoon Network. Let us know what you thought of the show! Subscribe to Toon Talk Weekly!iTunes: http://www.tinyurl.com/toontalk Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/toon-talk-weekly Follow us everywhere!Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/toontalkweekly Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/toontalkweekly Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/toontalkweekly Google+: http://plus.google.com/+toontalkweekly Or send us an email to: [email protected] Toon Talk Weekly - Episode 248 - Show Notes

On episode 247 of Toon Talk Weekly, Jake and Brad start trying to schmooze their way into Hollywood fame when they check out the 2013 series “Cat Agent.” Listen to the episode above or download the MP3 (23.2 mb). Cat Agent was created by Kent Osborne in 2013. The series currently has 1 season and 12 episodes and can be watched on YouTube and the VRV network. The show is produced by Rug Burn, a YouTube channel founded by members of Titmouse Inc. and Six Point Harness. The series follows the titular character and his trials and tribulations as a Hollywood rep to the stars’ cats. He deals with A-list clients, new business ventures and constant attempts to be famous.  Subscribe to Toon Talk Weekly!iTunes: http://www.tinyurl.com/toontalk Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/toon-talk-weekly Follow us everywhere!Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/toontalkweekly Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/toontalkweekly Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/toontalkweekly Google+: http://plus.google.com/+toontalkweekly Or send us an email to: [email protected] Toon Talk Weekly - Episode 247 - Show Notes

On episode 246 of Toon Talk Weekly, Jake and Brad head back to their video game roots when they check out the 1995 series “Street Fighter.” Listen to the episode above or download the MP3 (29.7 mb). Street Fighter was produced by InVision Entertainment and is based on the video game series of the same name created by Capcom. The series ran from 1995 to 1997 with 2 total seasons and 26 episodes. The story of Street Fighter follows Colonel William F. Guile, leader of the Street Fighters, an international undercover peacekeeping force composed of martial artists from all over the world. They often face off against the ruthless General Bison and his criminal empire. Fans of the video game series will enjoy seeing their favorite characters and moves on their TV screen but does the show live up to the legacy that is Street Fighter? Subscribe to Toon Talk Weekly!iTunes: http://www.tinyurl.com/toontalk Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/toon-talk-weekly Follow us everywhere!Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/toontalkweekly Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/toontalkweekly Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/toontalkweekly Google+: http://plus.google.com/+toontalkweekly Or send us an email to: [email protected] Toon Talk Weekly - Episode 245 - Show Notes

On episode 245 of Toon Talk Weekly, Jake and Brad relive those summertime days of adventure and wonder when we check out the new Cartoon Network show “Craig of the Creek.” Listen to the episode above or download the MP3 (34.2 mb). Craig of the Creek was created by Matt Burnett and Ben Levin who are former story editors and writers for the show Steven Universe. The series premiered in February 2018 and currently has two episodes available. The show follows a young boy named Craig and his two best friends, Kelsey and JP. Together along with many other kids from the neighborhood, they go on adventures in the local creek. This creek takes on the aura of an untamed wilderness where kids can be kids and create their own fun. There’s a lot to love about Craig of Creek and in this episode we discuss the characters, stories, and even the feelings that this new show has to offer. Subscribe to Toon Talk Weekly!iTunes: http://www.tinyurl.com/toontalk Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/toon-talk-weekly Follow us everywhere!Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/toontalkweekly Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/toontalkweekly Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/toontalkweekly Google+: http://plus.google.com/+toontalkweekly Or send us an email to: [email protected] Toon Talk Weekly - Episode 245 - Show Notes

Welcome to the second episode of Toon Talk Sessions, a Toon Talk Weekly interview series! Listen above or download the MP3 (28.9 mb). On this episode of Toon Talk Sessions Jake and Brad have the privilege of sitting down with Executive Producer Amanda Miller and Director Jack Anderson of Psyop; the creators of Grandma’s Cats Are Trying To Kill Her. Amanda and Jack help us dig more into the series that we covered on Episode 241 of the podcast. They talk about the difference between producing commercial work and an animated series and the new and exciting challenges that it brings to the team. We also talk about how short form content and the Internet make it possible for a show such as Grandma’s Cats to exist. As our technology and viewing habits evolve, so to must the shows that we produce and watch change too. Amanda and Jack go into great detail about the origins of the series and were so much fun to have on the show. Here are some of the topics covered in this episode:How Psyop went from commercials to producing an animated seriesWhat the animation pipeline is like on the showHow tricky it can be to tell a story in a 2 minute episodeJust how many different ways there are to kill GrandmaJack’s short film that landed him his role at PsyopOther series such as Cat Agent that are finding success in short form contentA tease at the upcoming season 3 of Grandma’s Cats! For more about Grandma’s Cats and Psyop at the following: Psyop - http://www.psyop.com/ Grandma’s Cats - https://tinyurl.com/GrandmasCats Subscribe to Toon Talk Weekly!iTunes: http://www.tinyurl.com/toontalk Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/toon-talk-weekly Follow us everywhere!Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/toontalkweekly Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/toontalkweekly Google+: http://plus.google.com/+toontalkweekly Or send us an email to: [email protected] Toon Talk Sessions- Episode 002 - Show Notes

On episode 244 of Toon Talk Weekly, Jake and Brad get some much needed help from friend of the show Chad Ashley when they dive in and deconstruct “Looney Tunes.” Listen to the episode above or download the MP3 (67.6 mb). Looney Tunes was a series of animated comedy short films produced by Warner Bros. from 1930 to 1969. The series features popular characters such as Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Porky Pig and many others as they partake in comedy hijinks across a wide breadth of situations. Of course we couldn’t do such a massive series alone. On this episode we’re joined by Chad Ashley to dig deep into the series history. Chad has been a lifelong fan of animation and Looney Tunes is the show that inspired this love for the field. His perspective on the series, preference of directors, and love for what stories told is evident in our discussion. A few things we dig into this episode:Chad’s background in traditional animationThe interview that sparked his change to 3DThe pranks that would occur at Termite TerracePicking our favorite characters from the seriesHow the series can never be replicatedIs Elmer Fudd secretly in love with Bugs Bunny? This was a huge episode and we’re so happy that we could have Chad on to pick apart all the details. You can follow Chad at @cgpov on Twitter and @chad_gsg on Instagram. Subscribe to Toon Talk Weekly!iTunes: http://www.tinyurl.com/toontalk Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/toon-talk-weekly Follow us everywhere!Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/toontalkweekly Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/toontalkweekly Google+: http://plus.google.com/+toontalkweekly Or send us an email to: [email protected] Toon Talk Weekly - Episode 244 - Show Notes

On episode 243 of Toon Talk Weekly, Jake and Brad check out the new Cartoon Network show “Unikitty!” Listen to the episode above or download the MP3 (25.4 mb). Unikitty! was developed by Ed Skudder and Lynn Wang for Cartoon Network. The series is currently in it’s first season and is based on the character from the 2014 film The Lego Movie. The show follows the title character, Unikitty, who is the ruler of the Unikingdom. She spends her days doing her royal duties but tries her best to protect her friends against any negativity that comes their way. Along we her close group of friends, she battles Master Frown and his evil plots. Subscribe to Toon Talk Weekly!iTunes: http://www.tinyurl.com/toontalk Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/toon-talk-weekly Follow us everywhere!Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/toontalkweekly Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/toontalkweekly Google+: http://plus.google.com/+toontalkweekly Or send us an email to: [email protected] Toon Talk Weekly - Episode 243 - Show Notes

On episode 242 of Toon Talk Weekly, Jake and Brad escape to a futuristic Detroit when they check out the series “Motorcity.” Listen to the episode above or download the MP3 (29.5 mb). Motorcity was created and directed by Chris Prynoski for Disney XD. The series was released in 2012 and ran for 1 season and 20 total episodes. In the future, the evil billionaire, Abraham Kane, has constructed a new city called Detroit Deluxe on top of the ruins of old Detroit. However a group of hot-rod wielding rebels called the Burners, rise up to stop Kane from conquering Detroit’s last oasis of freedom – an underground refuge dubbed Motorcity. Subscribe to Toon Talk Weekly!iTunes: http://www.tinyurl.com/toontalk Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/toon-talk-weekly Follow us everywhere!Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/toontalkweekly Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/toontalkweekly Google+: http://plus.google.com/+toontalkweekly Or send us an email to: [email protected] Toon Talk Weekly - Episode 242 - Show Notes

On episode 241 of Toon Talk Weekly, Jake and Brad try to keep Grandma safe when we watch an episode of the 2015 series “Grandma’s Cats Are Trying To Kill Her.” Listen to the episode above or download the MP3 (23.9 mb). Grandma’s Cats Are Trying To Kill Her was created by Danica Parry and produced by Psyop for DreamworksTV. The series has one season with 19 total episodes and animation was created by Powerhouse Animation. The series follows a young boy named Lucas who is spending his summer vacation with his Grandma. While everything seems normal at first, Lucas soon learns that her house cats, Boo Boo and Clyde, are constantly coming up with elaborate schemes to kill Grandma. It’s up Lucas to make sure they don’t succeed while Grandma remains oblivious to their never-ending attempts. Subscribe to Toon Talk Weekly!iTunes: http://www.tinyurl.com/toontalk Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/toon-talk-weekly Follow us everywhere!Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/toontalkweekly Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/toontalkweekly Google+: http://plus.google.com/+toontalkweekly Or send us an email to: [email protected] Toon Talk Weekly - Episode 241 - Show Notes