The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast

There are a flood of amazing animated short films out and coming your way so Tony and Tom are sitting with a few creators to discuss their films pre-Oscar buzz!  For this episode, the Bancrofts interview Disney animation supervisor Nathan Englehardt and Disney Storyboard artist Jeremy Spears, the two creators/directors of the CG animated short film "Forevergreen".  This short was created by themse...

Tony (without Tom this time) sits down with the founders of Steamroller Animation- a new independent animation studio that is creating "steam" throughout the industry!  Innovative training programs and interesting projects abound at Steamroller.  Have a listen to hear how they are trying to make a difference in the US animation market!  

Recorded at this year's Animation Y'all Expo this was a panel called "Making it in Animation" with words of encouragement from vets to newer industry professionals. This panel includes tips, tricks and anecdotes from Aaron Blaise, Lara Carson, Matt O'Callaghan and wonderfully moderated by Chelsea Trousdale. If you are struggling to find your way in the crazy business of animation, this podcast is...

Here's a description: In our unofficial "Part 3" of podcasts where we talk to industry insiders about GenAI usage and how it will affect artists, The Bancroft Bros talk with filmmaker Paul Trillo from the LA studio, Asteria.  Paul and his team have just finished an animated music video for artist Cuco called "A Love Letter to LA" that uses hand drawn 2d animation and GenAI in harmony with each oth...

The Bancroft Brothers present the Chris Sonnenburg show- co-starring Jeff Snow!  Yep, this episode is a panel that Chris and Jeff put on at our own Animation Y'all Expo just a couple months ago.  Chris leads the panel which is called "Here's the pitch.." - and he goes deep on how you need to think about your show so it can get bought!  Chris and Jeff use real world examples and behind the scenes o...

Co-creator of Pixar's Win or Lose series, Carrie Hobson!

In this fun episode, the Bancroft Bros get the chance to speak with the amazing voice actor, Eric Bauza, the voice for Daffy Duck, Elmor Fudd and many more.   He also does a pretty good TRUMP, as you'll hear.   We discuss the upcoming release of the fully 2D animated new WB feature film, "The Day the Earth Blew Up".   You won't want to miss this one!  Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere...

The Bancroft Brothers are honored to have the legendary illustrator, James Gurney on the podcast this week!  We discovered so many similarities in our paths and mutual loves and influences.  Enjoy this discussion of animation, illustration, and even a bit of where he believes things are headed for himself- and possibly you.  

The twins interview twins in this Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast episode!  French animation mastors and Disney alum directors, Paul and Gaetan Brizzi, have a storied past on some of the most epic Disney films of the 90s.  Tony and Tom discuss their storyboarding and directing of some of the most iconic scenes in films like Hunchback of Notre Dame and Fantasia 2000!   Enjoy the accents!  

Welcome to another Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast!  In this episode, Tom and Tony interview uber-talented illustrator and character designer Thomas Fluharty. Thomas has been in advertising and editorial illustration for magazines and newspapers for most of his career and has recently dove into the animation world through character design. In fact, he is the head character designer for the new...

The BBros reminisce about a time in their lives when these two wet behind the ears, shy boys were trying to break into the animation industry. These are the stories that were game changer moments and helped define us. Listen to this episode if you are just starting out and-Seize the day!

The Bros enjoyed a sit down conversation with the talented UK Concept Artist Izzy Burton!  Fresh off of working together on a 2D feature film, we discuss: Her amazing drive and how she doesn't suffer from FOMO, but FONC (Fear of Not Creating), having an artist partner, and what the UK animation market is like right now and how she finds work.  Happy New Year from the Bancroft Brothers Animation Po...

In this fun-filled Hash It Out episode, Tom and Tony discuss what's happening in the industry with the Anination Union negotiations, trying to get AI standards, and how it can affect you. Let's get into it!

In this episode, Tom and Tony interview a true "artist's artist", Tod Polson, master animation designer and director.  We discuss Tod's amazing book about Maurice Noble and what he learned from Chuck Jones's main layout artist at Warner Brothers Studios.  We then dive into discussing his newest short film, "The 21" a powerful and stylized film that tells the true story of martyred men of faith in...

As promised, this is the Bancroft Brothers breakdown of this year's Lightbox Expo. And it was a good one! The B boys also talk about their own expo, Animation Y'all in Nashville and give out some exclusive announcements!  You know who's coming? You will after listening to this episode!

In this episode, the "twin bros that knows" interview Showrunner Natasha Kline, creator of the Disney show "Primos".  Hear her story of developing it through a hurtle like the pandemic while keeping site of her dream- to make a show based off her own story- about a Latin American girl with many different cousins all living nearby!  After all, "Primos" means Cousins!  Toon in now on @ApplePodcasts...

On this Flashback Friday, step back in time as the Bancroft Brothers interview one of their top ten wants for the podcast, the legendary animator, James Baxter. Find out what one of the top five animators in the world did at the beginning of his career that set him on a lifelong path of animation success. In addition, learn what movie James wishes he could do over.  And, hear how James was lured a...

"The Amazing Digital Circus"!  They dive into what makes the series creators, Glitch Productions so different in their approach to making shows on YouTube!  Is this the future of animation?  Yes it is!  

Welcome to the Bancroft Brothers "update" episode!  And, unlike the rest of the industry, it's all fun news!   Tom and Tony discuss their crazy weekend at the annual Twins Day Festival, an update on the feature film they are working on, and a BIG ANNOUNCEMENT about the newest Animation Expo on the block- created by The Bancroft Brothers!  Enjoy! 

Tom and Tony take on the subject of Generative AI once again but this time with guest Aniket Bhatt, Meta animator and artist!  Aniket and the twins discuss some of the misconceptions artists have about AI and how it may not be taking over entertainment like everyone is saying! 

The brothers interview an amazing up and comer director, Usman Raiz. His new Indy feature film, The Glassworker, premiered at this year's Annecy film festival to rave reviews!  Hear how Usman's 10-year journey making Pakistan's first animated feature film was laced with challenges and inspiration all along the way! 

The brothers Bancroft discuss Production Design with Pete Oswald of the "Garfield" movie!  Pete is a multitalented animation and children's book artist with a wealth of knowledge on character design, art direction and production design!  Enjoy!