Mad Props with Chris Schnabel

Welcome to Mad Props. Host Chris Schnabel sits down with comic creator Beserat Debebe, founder of Ethan Comics, to discuss creating original superheroes inspired by Ethiopian mythology, publishing independent comics, preserving African history through storytelling, and bringing new voices into the comic book industry. Before the main interview, Chris is joined by Josh Allen, founder of Montana Dog...

Welcome to Mad Props! Host Chris Schnabel sits down with legendary voice actor Billy West for an unforgettable conversation about one of the greatest careers in animation history. Known as the voices behind Philip J. Fry, Professor Farnsworth, Dr. Zoidberg, Stimpy, Doug Funnie, Red M&M, Buzz the Honey Nut Cheerios Bee, Bugs Bunny, Woody Woodpecker, Elmer Fudd, and countless other iconic charac...

Welcome to Mad Props. Host Chris Schnabel takes the stage at Comicpalooza for his first-ever live panel, The Art of the Interview. Join the Discord - https://discord.gg/dYhnmwQANb Recorded live at Comicpalooza in Houston, Texas, Chris pulls back the curtain on how Mad Props grew from a small podcast recorded over Zoom during the pandemic into a show with over 16,000 YouTube subscribers and convers...

Join the Discord - https://discord.gg/dYhnmwQANb Check out Montana Dog Food Co. https://montanadogfoodco.com/ 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...

Welcome to Mad Props. Host Chris Schnabel welcomes author Kate Pentecost for the first installment of the Comicpalooza interview series, recorded at Comicpalooza. Join the Discord - https://discord.gg/dYhnmwQANb 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 Comi...

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. Join the Discord - https://discord.gg/dYhnmwQANb Catherine shares incredible behind-the-scenes stories from th...

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,...

Come watch our panel at Comicpalooza: https://bit.ly/MadProps-Comicpalooza 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 enterta...

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 s...

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 char...

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 spaceflig...

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 Louisvil...

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 t...

Play on an NBA court? That’s exactly what happened. Welcome to Mad Props. Today, host Chris Schnabel shares his unreal experience playing pickup basketball on the official Orlando Magic court at the Kia Center during the Court of Dreams event hosted by the Sixth Man Show Podcast. From being a lifelong Magic fan to stepping onto the same floor as legends like Dwight Howard and today’s stars, this e...

Comedian and actress Ava Marie Bunn joins Mad Props with Chris Schnabel to break down her rise from sketch comedy and one-woman shows to landing a breakout role in the Scrubs reboot . In this episode, Ava shares the full journey—from grinding in live comedy and creating character-driven performances to navigating auditions, social media growth, and stepping onto a major TV set. She dives into what...

Comic creator Kyle Higgins (Radiant Black, Black Market Narrative) joins Mad Props with Chris Schnabel to break down the future of comics, creator-owned storytelling, and multimedia adaptation. In this episode, Kyle shares how Radiant Black is redefining modern comics through innovative storytelling, transmedia strategy, and a creator-first approach. From Comic-Con networking to balancing art vs....

Mad Props host Chris Schnabel sits down with Jordan Ta’amu — quarterback for the DC Defenders and former NFL QB — for a fun, competitive, and behind-the-scenes conversation that blends football, friendship, and everything in-between. From Hawaii to Ole Miss (SEC) to the pros, Jordan breaks down his journey, his mindset, and what it’s like navigating pro opportunities across leagues — plus stories...

Phil LaMarr joins Mad Props with Chris Schnabel for a wide-ranging conversation on voice acting, animation, and building one of the most versatile careers in entertainment . Phil is best known for his iconic roles as Hermes Conrad (Futurama) , Samurai Jack , Green Lantern (Justice League) , and his on-screen role in Pulp Fiction , but his career spans decades across animation, television, film, vi...

Legendary voice actor Rob Paulsen joins Mad Props with Chris Schnabel for a deep-dive conversation covering Animaniacs , Pinky and the Brain , Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT) , Jimmy Neutron , A Goofy Movie , and more. Rob shares stories from 40+ years in voice acting , plus his love for sports , hockey , the Detroit Red Wings , fandom culture, and the real impact of animation on generations o...

Welcome to Mad Props! Chris is joined by Mascot Trailblazer and original Phillie Phanatic Dave Raymond! Learn stories from the Phanatic, how he changed what a mascot is, and the power of happiness! #phillies #sports #podcast #philadelphia #mascot #baseballTry Audible today, head to https://www.audibletrial.com/madpropspod to start your 30-day free trial and get reading 📖Subscribe and follow for m...

Welcome to Mad Props! Chris discusses his latest shoots with Aaron Judge and Chet Holmgren, as well as his assisted shoot with Dak Prescott. 🎙 Follow Mad Props:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madpropspodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@madpropspodX: https://www.x.com/madpropspodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/madpropspod🧼 This episode is brought to you by Neakasa. Clean your space today at...

Welcome to Mad Props! Chris discusses the end of his time with the United Football League and his role as part of the championship-winning team. 🎙 Follow Mad Props:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madpropspodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@madpropspodX: https://www.x.com/madpropspodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/madpropspod🧼 This episode is brought to you by Neakasa. Clean your space toda...

Welcome to Mad Props! Hannah and Chris discuss the Tony Awards, the aggressiveness of people from different states, and whether they suffer from embarrassment. 🎙 Follow Mad Props: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madpropspod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@madpropspod X: https://www.x.com/madpropspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/madpropspod 🧼 This episode is brought to you by Neakasa. C...

Chris turns 32 in this special birthday episode of Mad Props! 📱 Follow Mary:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mutti_moves/ 🎙 Follow Mad Props:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madpropspod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@madpropspod X: https://www.x.com/madpropspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/madpropspod 🧼 This episode is brought to you by Neakasa. Clean your space today at neakasa.c...

RaeAnn returns to the mic for our milestone 100th episode. Join hosts Chris Schnabel and Hannah Robertson as they reflect on the evolution of the Mad Props Podcast , their journey as co-hosts, how social media has changed podcasting, traveling through Austria, learning German, and celebrating you — our amazing fans who’ve supported us since day one. Whether you’re a longtime listener or brand new,...