UrbanRobotCat

UrbanRobotCat

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UrbanRobotCat episodes

  • The Start of Something New with Playful Gorilla!

    In this episode the crew is joined by artist Playful Gorilla to talk about his journey as a kid from Philadelphia to becoming an artist! He gives us an in-depth look at his life experiance  as a 3D animator, freelancer, dog toy designer, toy designer, fan art creator, you name......has tried it! He also talks about living on the Convention circuit and how that all came crashing down earlier this year. He is an artist amongst a major change in his direction and it is very exciting to hear what he has in the works!

    IG: @PlayfulGorilla www.PlayfulGorilla.com

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    1 hr 13 min
  • Talkin' Toys with Rotofugi
    In this episode the crew sits down with the co-founder of Rotofugi Kirby Kerr. The Chicago based store opened it's doors in 2004 and has been a leader in the designer toy retail business ever since. The crew talks the history of the store, toys of yesteryear, what it is like owning a brick 'n motor store during a global pandemic, and so much more! 
    IG: @Rotofugi website: www.Rotofugi.com
    Have a comment or question? Email [email protected]
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    Sponsored By:
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    1 hr 5 min
  • It's Ya Boy KaNO!

    In this episode Chris, Travis, and Cory are joined by Queens native and California transplant KaNO to talk about his career in animation, art, and designer toys. They go over what it was like coming up in the world of animation during a time of great change for th industry. They also talk about what it is like to have a distinct art style and a separate art style for your career work, They talk about creating original art, large scale murals, designer toys and.......Mob Movies? 

    IG: @KaNOKid website: www.KanoKid.com

    IG: @UrbanRobotCat

    Have a comment or question? Email [email protected]

    Would rather call in and hear yourself on the episode? https://anchor.fm/urbanrobotcat/message

    Sponsored By:

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    SD Prints www.SDScreenPrinting.net @SDPrintCo

    TYO Toys www.TyoToys.com


    1 hr 9 min
  • From Urban Goblins to RoboCop with Chris Dokebi

    In this episode the crew sits down with Detroit (Ann Arbor) based artist Chris Dokebi to talk about his recent release "Puck" produced by Strange Cat Toys. The crew discuss his early upbringing, the effects of moving around a lot on his art, developing 3D renders and what it is like to see them come to life in 3D! They also talk about sites to see in Ann Arbor, Detroit, and talk about some great food, beer, and street art spots......and of course RoboCop?

    IG: Chris_Dokebi

    IG: @UrbanRobotCat

    Have a comment or question? Email [email protected]

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    Sponsored By:

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    1 hr 10 min
  • For 30 We Go.....Virtual!
    In this episode the crew talk about recent art shows and conventions that have go the virtual route! They give their thoughts and opinions on their good points and bad points. They also talk about events that work virtually and ones that don't. During the episode they also dive into platform toys, DIY toys, what works, what doesn't, and where they think that market is headed. Chris also talks about a pesky little bird out side his window!
    IG: @UrbanRobotCat
    Have a comment or question? Email [email protected]
    Would rather call in and hear yourself on the episode? https://anchor.fm/urbanrobotcat/message
    Sponsored By:
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    SD Prints www.SDScreenPrinting.net @SDPrintCo
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    1 hr 18 min
  • Hello Nasty, How Ya Been? With Bill McMullen

    In this episode the team sits down with graphic design legend, toy artist and all around good guy Bill Mc Mullen (Billions McMillions) to talk about his time working at Def Jam records in the late 90's. They get some behind the scenes info on the making of the Beastie Boys album cover for Hello Nasty, his departure from Def Jam and Move to Swish NYC. We also talk about how designing for Swish NYC turned him into an art toy designer and learn the history between his now famous Designer Toys. We also talk about his personal wood sculptures and his new Instagram Live stream design sessions. 

    IG: @Billions website: BillMcMullen.com

    IG: @UrbanRobotCat

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    TYO Toys www.TyoToys.com


    1 hr 25 min
  • I Make Garbage With Tim Kowalczyk

    In the 28th episode the crew sits down with Tim Kowalczyk of Tim's Ceramics and dive into his world of trompe style ceramics. The artist know for creating hyper realistic work that he refers to a garbage breaks down his process to give us an in-depth look at what it take to bring these amazing projects to life. They have a long talk about shrined,age, taking photos of art and making products without artist approval, the difference between a custom toy and a collaboration, Chris learns about Reddit and so much more!

    IG: @TimsCeramics Website: http://timsceramics.com

    IG: @UrbanRobotCat

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    SD Prints www.SDScreenPrinting.net @SDPrintCo

    TYO Toys www.TyoToys.com

    1 hr 11 min
  • Hustler, Tattoos, & Poster Making w/ Brian Ewing

    In this episode the crew is joined by Columbus based artist Brian Ewing! He goes through his history working at the offices of Hustler, transitioning to the world of rock poster art, learning to tattoo, cost of living, making toys, and so much more!

    IG: @BrianEwing         Website: www.BrianEwing.com

    IG: @UrbanRobotCat

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    SD Prints www.SDScreenPrinting.net @SDPrintCo

    TYO Toys www.TyoToys.com

    1 hr
  • For The Masses w/ UrbanCat

    In this episode the crew is joined by Rob Lumino of For The Masses Podcast fame and former owner of SubUrban Vinyl. They talk about collecting, running a podcast, owning a store, hustling, discovering new artists, and how life can change your direction from one lane to another! 

    IG: @SubUrbanVinyl

    IG: @UrbanRobotCat

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    SD Prints www.SDScreenPrinting.net @SDPrintCo

    TYO Toys www.TyoToys.com

    53 min
  • Catching Tans, Not Tags With Belowkey

    In this episode the crew sits down with New York (Currently Florida) based artist Belowkey! They talk about his art career, famous tags, casting resin a toy vs sculpture, and of course.....Aliens. Make sure to check this episode out!

    IG: @Belowkey Website: www.Belowkey.com

    IG: @UrbanRobotCat 

    Sponsored By: 

    No Love City: www.nolovecity.com Use code UrbanRobotCat at check out to get 10% off 

    Get An UrbanRobotCat T-shirt! http://nolovecity.com/product/urbanrobotcat-podcast-shirt 

    Stickerfied: www.stickerfied.com 

    SD Prints www.SDScreenPrinting.net @SDPrintCo 

    TYO Toys www.TyoToys.com


    1 hr 8 min

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