Best Animated Podcast

Jakob Kolness
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Love animated movies and often argue about what should have won or been nominated at the Oscars? Enjoy this explorative revisiting of every Best Animated Feature Academy Award nominee in alphabetical and chronological order! Listen along to host and film critic Jakob Kolness, as he and multiple guests break down each film from its production history, story, reception, and argue whether or not the Academy chose correctly. Laugh along as our guests share memories of their first viewings of each film, get quizzed on trivia, and (only occasionally!) go off on a tangent about nonsense. From Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius to K-Pop Demon Hunters, Best Animated Podcast is not only a podcast for those that love animation but for film lovers and awards season obsessives alike! LISTENER DISCRETION ADVISED: While this podcast mostly covers family films, animation is not limited to films only appropriate for children, and for consistency-sake, these episodes will be labeled as EXPLICIT and will occasionally feature foul language and discussions of mature content. 

  1. 3d ago

    "Howl's Moving Castle" (2005) w/ Kendall Christianson

    "When you're old, all you want to do is listen to PODCASTS." NOTE: While not directly mentioned in this episode, this officially begins the TREEHOUSE OF HORROR trilogy of episodes (it's got witches, folks!) on Best Animated Podcast. It's October, we'll take spooky where we can get it!! Hayao Miyazaki returns with another Oscar-nominated masterpiece Howl's Moving Castle and host Jakob and returning guest host Kendall Christianson (@kendallc_dop) are here to discuss. How much did Miyazaki's disdain for the war in Iraq influence this adaptation of Diana Wynne Jone's fantasy novel? Is this one of Miyazaki's most accessible movies? Does this have the best American dub for a Studio Ghibli film? Give it a listen, we break it down! For Oscar obsessives and animation fans alike, welcome to Best Animated Podcast! A comprehensive breakdown of the Best Animated Feature Oscar category film by film, year by year! Join me (Jakob Kolness) and friends revisiting memories of classic films, breaking down production history and audience reception, and always finding time for a guessing game before we wrap! SUBSCRIBE and watch along with us!   Host: Jakob Kolness Music: Matthew Cox Artwork by Ben Djerf and Jakob Kolness Special Thanks: Ben Djerf, Ryan Stacy   For more reviews and Oscar talk, visit jakobtalksfilm.com/ FOLLOW: instagram: instagram.com/bestanimatedpod/ instagram.com/jakobkolness/ twitter: x.com/bestanimatedpod/ x.com/jakobkolness/ bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bestanimatedpod.bsky.social https://bsky.app/profile/jakobkolness.bsky.social

  2. Oct 5

    "Shrek 2" (2004) w/ Karisa Rodriguez

    "For five minutes, could you not podcast? FOR FIVE MINUTES!!!" Welcome back to the world of fairy tales, more specifically the kingdom of Far Far Away, where Jakob and guest host Karisa (@karisa_463) return to discuss the first sequel to be nominated for the Best Animated Feature Oscar, Shrek 2! How does this sequel compare to its Oscar-winning original film, how did production go about the monumental task of delivering a proper follow-up to that animated phenomenon, and does this film have the best soundtrack in movie history? Was Jennifer Saunders robbed for awards for her villainous performance? Sit back in that onion carriage, relax, and enjoy this newest episode! For Oscar obsessives and animation fans alike, welcome to Best Animated Podcast! A comprehensive breakdown of the Best Animated Feature Oscar category film by film, year by year! Join me (Jakob Kolness) and friends revisiting memories of classic films, breaking down production history and audience reception, and always finding time for a guessing game before we wrap! SUBSCRIBE and watch along with us!   Host: Jakob Kolness Music: Matthew Cox Artwork by Ben Djerf and Jakob Kolness Special Thanks: Ben Djerf, Ryan Stacy   For more reviews and Oscar talk, visit jakobtalksfilm.com/ FOLLOW: instagram: instagram.com/bestanimatedpod/ instagram.com/jakobkolness/ twitter: x.com/bestanimatedpod/ x.com/jakobkolness/ bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bestanimatedpod.bsky.social https://bsky.app/profile/jakobkolness.bsky.social

  3. Sep 28

    "Shark Tale" (2004) w/ Jessi Armstrong

    "There's Don Lino, there's me, there's regular fish, there's plankton, there's single-celled amoebas, there's coral, there's rocks, there's PODCASTERS, and then there's you!" Jakob and guest host Jessi (@_jessiisawesome) dive back under the sea for Dreamworks' visually upsetting but star-studded animated comedy Shark Tale! Go deep into the origins of this film, once titled Sharkslayer, with its frustrating lead character and strong Sopranos influences. How did they court this cast which includes Oscar winning director Martin Scorsese? What Sopranos actor was meant to have DeNiro's role? Have you checked out Club Oscar? Jakob and Jessi accept that nostalgia is a hell of a drug revisiting this one, but admit, there are some good laughs to be had. You dig, dog? For Oscar obsessives and animation fans alike, welcome to Best Animated Podcast! A comprehensive breakdown of the Best Animated Feature Oscar category film by film, year by year! Join me (Jakob Kolness) and friends revisiting memories of classic films, breaking down production history and audience reception, and always finding time for a guessing game before we wrap! SUBSCRIBE and watch along with us!   Host: Jakob Kolness Music: Matthew Cox Artwork by Ben Djerf and Jakob Kolness Special Thanks: Ben Djerf, Ryan Stacy   For more reviews and Oscar talk, visit jakobtalksfilm.com/ FOLLOW: instagram: instagram.com/bestanimatedpod/ instagram.com/jakobkolness/ twitter: x.com/bestanimatedpod/ x.com/jakobkolness/ bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bestanimatedpod.bsky.social https://bsky.app/profile/jakobkolness.bsky.social

  4. Sep 21

    "The Incredibles" (2004) w/ Colton Armstrong

    "You sly dog! You got me PODCASTING!" It's a SUPER-SIZED EPISODE here, folks! Join host Jakob and returning guest Colton Armstrong (@thisisnotcoltonarmstrong) as we treat ourselves to one of the most acclaimed superhero films of all time, The Incredibles! Judge whether or not Brad Bird was a tyrant in the production process of his very specific and original vision, obsess over the ultra-cool retro-future setting and wildly entertaining plotting, rage over Michael Giacchino's Oscar snub for Best Original Score, and force(field) yourself to not quote along to the movie's most memorable lines. And don't worry, we make time to discuss Elasti-Girl's badonkadonk and Mr. Incredible's lack of one. "Honey, WHERE ARE MY HEADPHONES?" For Oscar obsessives and animation fans alike, welcome to Best Animated Podcast! A comprehensive breakdown of the Best Animated Feature Oscar category film by film, year by year! Join me (Jakob Kolness) and friends revisiting memories of classic films, breaking down production history and audience reception, and always finding time for a guessing game before we wrap! SUBSCRIBE and watch along with us!   Host: Jakob Kolness Music: Matthew Cox Artwork by Ben Djerf and Jakob Kolness Special Thanks: Ben Djerf, Ryan Stacy   For more reviews and Oscar talk, visit jakobtalksfilm.com/ FOLLOW: instagram: instagram.com/bestanimatedpod/ instagram.com/jakobkolness/ twitter: x.com/bestanimatedpod/ x.com/jakobkolness/ bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bestanimatedpod.bsky.social https://bsky.app/profile/jakobkolness.bsky.social

  5. Sep 14

    "The Triplets of Belleville" (2003) w/ Mark McPherson

    "Swinging Belleville rendez-vous / Podcast Dropping, doop-de-doo!"  Brush up on your French, listeners: we're talking The Triplets of Belleville! Join host Jakob and guest host, film critic Mark McPherson (MoviesWithMark) as we dive into Sylvain Chomet's wonderfully chaotic and unabashedly weird comedy. Gaze at the stunning painted backdrops, find great amusement in rooting for Chomet's pint-size elderly heroine and her obese canine, break down Chomet's own cinematic influences, while Jakob does his best to get over the nightmare fuel of a few of his character designs (we're looking at you, Champion!) For Oscar obsessives and animation fans alike, welcome to Best Animated Podcast! A comprehensive breakdown of the Best Animated Feature Oscar category film by film, year by year! Join me (Jakob Kolness) and friends revisiting memories of classic films, breaking down production history and audience reception, and always finding time for a guessing game before we wrap! SUBSCRIBE and watch along with us!   Host: Jakob Kolness Music: Matthew Cox Artwork by Ben Djerf and Jakob Kolness Special Thanks: Ben Djerf, Ryan Stacy   For more reviews and Oscar talk, visit jakobtalksfilm.com/ FOLLOW: instagram: instagram.com/bestanimatedpod/ instagram.com/jakobkolness/ twitter: x.com/bestanimatedpod/ x.com/jakobkolness/ bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bestanimatedpod.bsky.social https://bsky.app/profile/jakobkolness.bsky.social

  6. Sep 7

    "Finding Nemo" (2003) w/ Ben Djerf

    "When life gets you down do you know what you've gotta do? Just keep podcasting, just keep podcasting..." Dive in to the newest episode of Best Animated Podcast as your mollusk host Jakob and his sea cucumber guest Ben Djerf ride the East Australian Current through the production history and unanimously-praised reception of one of PIXAR's greatest films Finding Nemo! Imagine an alternate universe where Dory was voiced by another famous male comic actor, sing the praises of the Thomas Newman score, learn about a sequel that never was, discuss the unfortunate outcome of the film causing a deadly clownfish obsession, and obsess over how great this ensemble cast is. Did Finding Nemo rip off a French children's book? Why does Ben have a grudge against an Italian seagull? What IS true, Ellen? We try our best Australian accents on this one, so hang on to your turtle shells! For Oscar obsessives and animation fans alike, welcome to Best Animated Podcast! A comprehensive breakdown of the Best Animated Feature Oscar category film by film, year by year! Join me (Jakob Kolness) and friends revisiting memories of classic films, breaking down production history and audience reception, and always finding time for a guessing game before we wrap! SUBSCRIBE and watch along with us!   Host: Jakob Kolness Music: Matthew Cox Artwork by Ben Djerf and Jakob Kolness Special Thanks: Ben Djerf, Ryan Stacy   For more reviews and Oscar talk, visit jakobtalksfilm.com/ FOLLOW: instagram: instagram.com/bestanimatedpod/ instagram.com/jakobkolness/ twitter: x.com/bestanimatedpod/ x.com/jakobkolness/ bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bestanimatedpod.bsky.social https://bsky.app/profile/jakobkolness.bsky.social

  7. Aug 31

    "Brother Bear" (2003) w/ Derek Fletcher

    "This is a story from long ago, when the great podcasters still roamed our lands..." Join host Jakob Kolness and guest host, documentary filmmaker Derek Fletcher, as we revisit one of Disney's worst-reviewed films, and yet still Oscar-nominated animated feature Brother Bear! Debate Phil Collins' music and how it compared to his prior smash hit soundtrack, acknowledge the lack of Native talent behind the mic while admiring Joaquin Phoenix's joyful passion of leading this film. We welcome you to our family time, complete with SNL and SCTV callbacks!  For Oscar obsessives and animation fans alike, welcome to Best Animated Podcast! A comprehensive breakdown of the Best Animated Feature Oscar category film by film, year by year! Join me (Jakob Kolness) and friends revisiting memories of classic films, breaking down production history and audience reception, and always finding time for a guessing game before we wrap! SUBSCRIBE and watch along with us!   Host: Jakob Kolness Music: Matthew Cox Artwork by Ben Djerf and Jakob Kolness Special Thanks: Ben Djerf, Ryan Stacy   For more reviews and Oscar talk, visit jakobtalksfilm.com/ FOLLOW: instagram: instagram.com/bestanimatedpod/ instagram.com/jakobkolness/ twitter: x.com/bestanimatedpod/ x.com/jakobkolness/ bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bestanimatedpod.bsky.social https://bsky.app/profile/jakobkolness.bsky.social

  8. Aug 24

    "Treasure Planet" (2002) w/ Ryan Stacy

    "Dang it, Jim. I'm a PODCASTER, not a doctor!" Set sail as host Jakob Kolness and guest host Ryan Stacy (How to Survive a Horror Movie, Castaway Consultants) embark on a quest through the vastness of space to talk about Disney's 2002 animated epic Treasure Planet! Deep dive into the beginnings of this daunting production which earned little at the box office but gained big love over time from its millennial fans. Mourn a never-made sequel starring Willem Dafoe, recall ancient (cinematic) pirate history, and contemplate the horror of black holes while Ryan tries to keep it cool while discussing Captain Amelia. Was this eighth episode the first episode we ever recorded? Find out now! For Oscar obsessives and animation fans alike, welcome to Best Animated Podcast! A comprehensive breakdown of the Best Animated Feature Oscar category film by film, year by year! Join me (Jakob Kolness) and friends revisiting memories of classic films, breaking down production history and audience reception, and always finding time for a guessing game before we wrap! SUBSCRIBE and watch along with us!   Host: Jakob Kolness Music: Matthew Cox Artwork by Ben Djerf and Jakob Kolness Special Thanks: Ben Djerf, Ryan Stacy   For more reviews and Oscar talk, visit jakobtalksfilm.com/ FOLLOW: instagram: instagram.com/bestanimatedpod/ instagram.com/jakobkolness/ twitter: x.com/bestanimatedpod/ x.com/jakobkolness/ bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bestanimatedpod.bsky.social https://bsky.app/profile/jakobkolness.bsky.social

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Love animated movies and often argue about what should have won or been nominated at the Oscars? Enjoy this explorative revisiting of every Best Animated Feature Academy Award nominee in alphabetical and chronological order! Listen along to host and film critic Jakob Kolness, as he and multiple guests break down each film from its production history, story, reception, and argue whether or not the Academy chose correctly. Laugh along as our guests share memories of their first viewings of each film, get quizzed on trivia, and (only occasionally!) go off on a tangent about nonsense. From Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius to K-Pop Demon Hunters, Best Animated Podcast is not only a podcast for those that love animation but for film lovers and awards season obsessives alike! LISTENER DISCRETION ADVISED: While this podcast mostly covers family films, animation is not limited to films only appropriate for children, and for consistency-sake, these episodes will be labeled as EXPLICIT and will occasionally feature foul language and discussions of mature content. 

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  • Creator
    Jakob Kolness
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Copyright 2026 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Best Animated Podcast