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Animation ... and Beyond!

Animation ... and Beyond!

Animation, tech, video games, and more! From the quirky minds of Ezra Fields-Meyer and Mardy Harding, join us for a journey into the wonderful world of animation ... and beyond!

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00:26:13

S3.E8: Animation April! Part 2: Blue Sky Studios

Animation ... and Beyond! ·

2020/04/09

On the second episode of our Animation April series, we take to the skies...Blue Sky Studios, that is! We look back at the underdog studio that created one of the most successful animated series of all time, Ice Age, as well as other beloved classics. Plus, find out who was originally supposed to play the character of Donkey in Shrek! Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/animationandbeyond Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/animationandbeyond

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00:22:33

S3.E7: Animation April! Part 1: Dreamworks

Animation ... and Beyond! ·

2020/04/02

Hello, everyone! We kick off the new month with a special series we're calling Animation April! Every week of April, we'll be talking about a different animation studio (that isn't called Disney or Pixar). On this episode, we explore the history and films of Dreamworks Animation--complete with a story of that time Ezra met co-founder Jeffrey Katzenberg himself! Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/animationandbeyond Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/animationandbeyond

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00:19:16

S3.E6: Fun Times At Home!

Animation ... and Beyond! ·

2020/03/26

Make the most of staying at home! On this episode, we talk about how we're spending our time at home(hint: we're watching a lot of movies), plus other fun developments, including Ezra's new website! Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/animationandbeyond Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/animationandbeyond

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00:28:44

S3.E5: Children's Books!

Animation ... and Beyond! ·

2020/03/19

Stuck at home? We got you covered. On this episode, we talk about some of our favorite kids' books, and the movies based on them. Join us for a fun discussion about Curious George, Dr. Seuss, and Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs! Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/animationandbeyond Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/animationandbeyond

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00:27:50

S3.E4: Onward!

Animation ... and Beyond! ·

2020/03/12

We're going on a quest! Hear our first impressions of Pixar's latest film, Onward, starring Tom Holland and Chris Pratt! Does it live up to Pixar's sky-high expectations? Find out on this episode of Animation ... and Beyond! Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/animationandbeyond Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/animationandbeyond

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00:22:51

S3.E3: March of the Monsters!

Animation ... and Beyond! ·

2020/03/05

Roooooooaaaar! What better way to start the month of March than with an episode about monsters?! Join us as we discuss the changing roles of monsters in animated movies, with a look at classics such as Monsters, Inc. and Hotel Transylvania as well as the underappreciated Monsters vs. Aliens! And stick around to the end of the episode for the latest trivia question! Follow us on Facebook: Support us on Patreon:

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00:21:21

S3.E2: Annoying Orange!

Animation ... and Beyond! ·

2020/02/27

Cleanup in the produce aisle! On this episode, we talk about one of Ezra's favorite YouTube series, Annoying Orange! Love him, hate him, one thing is for sure—he is one annoying piece of fruit. Hahahahahahahahahaha! Plus, we introduce a new segment, Famous Voices. Can you guess the famous voice behind the animated character? Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/animationandbeyond Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/animationandbeyond

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00:17:16

S3.E1: The Boys Are Back in Town!

Animation ... and Beyond! ·

2020/02/20

Welcome to Season 3 of Animation ... and Beyond! We start the new decade by catching up on some of our favorite—and not so favorite—movies from the last two months. Star Wars, Frozen 2, the Oscars—it's all here. How did you spend your holidays? Let us know in the comments below! Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/animationandbeyond Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/animationandbeyond

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00:29:29

S2.E12: 'Tis the Season!

Animation ... and Beyond! ·

2019/12/19

It's the most wonderful time of the year...and what better way to celebrate it than with an episode of Animation...and Beyond! On the last episode of Season 2, we talk about Christmas (and Hanukkah) specials new and old as well as some of our favorite holiday traditions! Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/animationandbeyond Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/animationandbeyond

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00:36:13

S2.E11: STAR WARS!

Animation ... and Beyond! ·

2019/12/12

Star Waaaars! Let's talk about Star Waaaars! Join Ezra, Casey, and special guest Alan Niku for a free-wheeling discussion about the most popular sci-fi franchise in existence, just ahead of the release of Episode 9: The Rise of Skywalker! Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/animationandbeyond Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/animationandbeyond

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00:27:05

S2.E10: Angry Birds Anniversary!

Animation ... and Beyond! ·

2019/12/05

You won't like these birds when they're angry! We celebrate 10 years of Angry Birds with a look back at the games, the movies, and the small Finnish company that made it all possible. Plus, tune in for the answer to the trivia question: What kind of muppets are Bert and Ernie? Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/animationandbeyond Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/animationandbeyond

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00:29:51

S2.E9: Happy Birthday, Sesame Street! Pt. 3

Animation ... and Beyond! ·

2019/11/21

Books, movies, theme parks, oh my! In the conclusion of our three-part series, we look at the many, many, many spin offs that Sesame Street has inspired. Did you know there was a British spin-off show? Or that a character from that show is now a regular on Sesame Street? Learn about these fun facts and much more in this fantastic finale celebrating Sesame Street's 50th birthday! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/animationandbeyond Support us on Patreon:

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00:27:49

S2.E8: Happy Birthday, Sesame Street! Pt. 2

Animation ... and Beyond! ·

2019/11/14

We keep the birthday bash going with Part 2 of our special series celebrating Sesame Street! On this episode, we talk about all the wild, wonderful, and weird characters of Sesame Street, from the original cast to the latest stars. Did you know Big Bird was a last minute addition? Or that Elmo started as a background extra? Learn these and other fun facts on this special episode of Animation ... and Beyond! Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/animationandbeyond Follow us on Facebook:

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00:21:57

S2.E7: Happy Birthday, Sesame Street! Pt. 1

Animation ... and Beyond! ·

2019/11/07

Happy birthday, Sesame Street! In honor of the classic children's show's 50th birthday, we present a special three-part series celebrating all things Sesame Street! Learn the history of how one of the most iconic shows was made, and catch some top-notch impressions by Ezra. Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/animationandbeyond Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/animationandbeyond

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00:25:01

S2.E6: Halloween Special!

Animation ... and Beyond! ·

2019/10/31

Boo! Celebrate the day of ghouls and ghosts and goblins with a spooooooky episode discussing some of your favorite and most frightful Halloween movie and TV specials! Happy Halloween! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/animationandbeyond Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/animationandbeyond

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00:24:29

S2.E5: Eat Your Veggie(Tales)!

Animation ... and Beyond! ·

2019/10/24

VeggieTales is back! Join us for a discussion on the wild, zany, punny show and the wacky creators behind it. Plus, a brand new trivia question to test your animation knowledge!

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00:26:14

S2.E4: Origin Story

Animation ... and Beyond! ·

2019/10/10

Every superhero has an origins story...but what about movies? On this trivia-packed episode, we dig into the fascinating tales behind the making of Cars, Wall-E, and Wreck-It Ralph—from the original scrapped ideas to the final films that made it to the screen!

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00:21:50

S2.E3: Villains With A Twist

Animation ... and Beyond! ·

2019/09/26

Mwuhahahahaha! On this devilish episode of Animation ... and Beyond!, Ezra and Casey take a look at some classic villains (Prince Hans from Frozen, Lotso from Toy Story 3, and Charles F. Muntz from Up) who aren't all they seem to be. Plus, find out what movie came out on a very special celebrity's birthday...

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00:25:26

S2.E2: The Movies Behind The Disney Rides

Animation ... and Beyond! ·

2019/09/19

Everyone knows about Splash Mountain, the famous water ride at Disneyland. But did you know it was based on a movie? In this episode, Ezra and Casey discuss four fantastic rides at Disney parks and their obscure movie origins. Plus, find out what films came out on Emma Stone's birthday!

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00:20:07

S2.E1: Summer Fun!

Animation ... and Beyond! ·

2019/09/12

The boys are back in town! On this episode, Ezra and Casey recap all their summer fun while offering a sneak peek at what's to come in Season 2 of Animation ... and Beyond! Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/animationandbeyond Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/animationandbeyond

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