Sketching Up

Schnabel Studios

A podcast about all of your favorite Cartoons, Comics, and Games! Hosted by Chris Schnabel, and Matt Tornetta!

  1. 28/01

    We've Got A Yoshi!

    It’s a brand-new episode of Sketching Up — hosted by Chris Schnabel and Matt Tornetta — and we’re diving deep into the Mario Movie Sequel trailer (aka the “Galaxy” trailer) with way too many Nintendo theories. We break down the Super Mario Odyssey references, Yoshi’s Island vibes, power-ups, pipes, Baby Mario/Baby Luigi, and whether the sequel is trying to cram Mario Galaxy + Odyssey + 3D World + Yoshi into one movie. Then we pivot into a nuclear gaming hot take: Backyard Baseball might not be as good as we remember… Plus: the wild world of retro game collecting, video game resale pricing, GameStop stories, and why nostalgia markets can get sketchy. Try Audible today — head to ⁠www.audibletrial.com/SchnabelStudios⁠ to start your 30-day free trial and get reading #nintendo #mario #supermario #mariomovie #mariotrailer #supermarioodyssey #yoshi #retrogaming #backyardbaseball #pablosanchez #gaming #nintendoswitch #podcast Follow Sketching Up:Instagram — ⁠https://www.instagram.com/sketchinguppod/⁠Facebook — ⁠https://www.facebook.com/sketchinguppod/⁠TikTok — ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@sketchinguppod⁠ Video edited by Chris SchnabelEpisode Produced by Chris Schnabel and Matt TornettaMusic by Kyle ScottSketching Up is a Schnabel Studios Production. Chapters: 0:00 – Sketching Up intro + Mario Movie Sequel trailer reaction begins0:52 – Quick Mad Props shoutout (Rob Paulsen + Phil LaMarr)1:22 – HOT TAKE: Backyard Baseball isn’t as great as we remember2:00 – Pablo Sanchez discourse: why he made Backyard Baseball legendary3:33 – Backyard Sports history + pro athlete additions (NHL era)6:40 – “You can’t market Backyard Baseball without Pablo”8:10 – Comparing Backyard Baseball vs Mario Baseball / Nintendo sports games9:21 – Mario Movie Sequel trailer breakdown: Odyssey references + Yoshi reveal10:38 – Super Mario Odyssey desert world explained11:30 – Pipes, worlds, and why Mario logic never makes sense14:20 – Power-ups, fire suit, world-hopping concerns16:40 – Baby Mario/Baby Luigi + Yoshi’s Island origin theory19:05 – Are they doing too much? Galaxy vs Odyssey vs Yoshi’s Island debate21:45 – Multiverse-style worry: “too many worlds, not enough depth”26:10 – Golden Globes tangent + comedy/podcast awards rant30:30 – Ringer network + podcast ecosystem talk34:25 – “We’re skipping Mario World” + sequel/franchise roadmap theories37:40 – Retro gaming shop talk: N64 prices, GameCube nostalgia, resellers41:00 – “Sealed” vs “resealed” collecting + why prices get insane42:20 – 3DS XL SNES edition pricing shock + store credit vs cash49:40 – GameStop trade-in culture + why nostalgia markets are brutal51:05 – Pokémon cards vs retro games: scummy resale debate53:15 – Comic book attic finds (Superman / Action Comics style stories)54:35 – How Chris scored the SNES 3DS XL + why it’s worth so much now57:25 – Wrap-up + where to follow/subscribe (Sketching Up + Mad Props)

    1 h 1 min
  2. 11/01

    Old Video Games are the Best

    Happy New Year — This episode, Chris and Matt dive headfirst into nostalgia overload. The conversation bounces from Pokémon memories and game collecting to comic books, sealed packs, and the wild economics of modern fandom. From streaming shakeups and movie trailers to Rocky, Stallone, sports games, and celebrity run-ins, it’s a free-flowing hang packed with pop culture takes, laughs, and a few “how did we get here?” moments.Try Audible today — head to www.audibletrial.com/SchnabelStudios to start your 30-day free trial and get reading #podcast #nintendo #pokemon #animalcrossing #mario Follow Sketching Up:Instagram — www.instagram.com/sketchinguppodFacebook —  www.facebook.com/sketchinguppodTikTok — www.tiktok.com/sketchinguppodVideo edited by Matt TornettaEpisode Produced by Chris Schnabel and Matt TornettaMusic by Kyle ScottSketching Up is a Schnabel Studios Production. Chapters: 00:00 – Holiday Reflections & Personal Stories02:58 – Pokémon Nostalgia & Cultural Impact06:02 – Gaming Evolution & Subscription Models08:54 – Pokémon Comeback & New Game Releases11:57 – Game Collecting & Nostalgia Value15:01 – Comic Book Culture & Collector Trends24:28 – Adult Collectors & Hobby Burnout26:59 – High-Stakes Trading Card Market30:00 – Sealed Packs, Rarity & Value31:59 – Pokémon’s Evolution in Gaming39:01 – Streaming Services & Industry Shifts46:07 – Gaming Nostalgia & Childhood Memories47:29 – Upcoming Movies & Trailer Reactions49:05 – The Rock’s Career & Recent Films50:38 – Movie Length, Pacing & Audience Fatigue51:41 – Rocky, Stallone & Franchise Legacy52:11 – Rocky Statue Debate Explained53:55 – Stallone Projects & Hollywood Veterans55:00 – Sports, Media & Pop Culture Talk56:10 – Madden Movie Breakdown & Reception58:27 – Sports Video Games: What’s Gone Wrong01:01:32 – Celebrity Stories & Behind-the-Scenes Moments

    1 h 15 min
  3. 26/12/2025

    Gaming Through the Holidays

    Chris and Matt kick things off with Christmas energy before drifting into a relaxed, free-flowing conversation about Nintendo nostalgia, Pokémon, Mario, and the games and cartoons they grew up on. The episode touches on holiday traditions, childhood gaming memories, cartoon influences, and how franchises like Disney and Marvel shape release timing and pop-culture moments.A casual, nostalgic holiday hang focused on gaming, animation, and growing up with iconic characters.Try Audible today — head to www.audibletrial.com/SchnabelStudiosto start your 30-day free trial and get reading 📖Try Audible today — head to www.audibletrial.com/SchnabelStudios to start your 30-day free trial and get reading #podcast #nintendo #pokemon #christmas #mario Follow Sketching Up:Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/sketchinguppod/Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/sketchinguppod/TikTok — https://www.tiktok.com/@sketchinguppodVideo edited by Chris SchnabelEpisode Produced by Chris Schnabel and Matt TornettaMusic by Kyle ScottSketching Up is a Schnabel Studios Production.Chapters:0:00 – Introduction and Holiday Greetings2:59 – Health Updates and Holiday Preparations5:45 – Weather Changes and Its Impact8:59 – MCU Leaks and Anticipation for Upcoming Films12:00 – Discussion on Superhero Movie Trends14:49 – The Future of DC and Marvel Movies17:57 – Video Game Adaptations and Expectations21:12 – Excitement for Upcoming Shows and Characters29:41 – Exploring Nostalgia in Childhood Cartoons32:32 – The Legacy of Alvin and the Chipmunks35:08 – The Evolution of Animated Series39:00 – Rugrats: A Cultural Phenomenon43:40 – The Rise and Fall of Video Game Collecting51:59 – Remembering Aaron Carter and His Impact52:15 – The Value of Nostalgia in Gaming55:09 – The Evolution of Gaming Consoles58:16 – Video Game Museums and Their Significance1:01:17 – Memorable Gaming Experiences and Movies1:06:13 – Christmas Gaming Memories1:10:16 – The Impact of DLCs on Gaming1:13:12 – The Revival of Classic Games During COVID

    1 h 13 min
  4. 19/12/2025

    Grammy Winner Alvin and the Chipmunks!

    It’s the Sketching Up Holiday Episode — and Chris is joined by returning guest Joe Brown (OHKO Podcast) while Matt’s out sick. The convo starts in peak holiday chaos: Animal Crossing lo-fi, Nintendo nostalgia, and a deep (and accidental) spiral into Alvin and the Chipmunks… including a wild fact you have to hear! Subscribe to  ⁨@OHKOpodcast⁩  Try Audible today — head to www.audibletrial.com/SchnabelStudios to start your 30-day free trial and get reading #podcast #nintendo #pokemon #animalcrossing #mario Follow Sketching Up: Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/sketchinguppod/ Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/sketchinguppod/ TikTok — https://www.tiktok.com/@sketchinguppod Video edited by Chris Schnabel Episode Produced by Chris Schnabel and Matt Tornetta Music by Kyle Scott Sketching Up is a Schnabel Studios Production. Chapters: 0:09 – Holiday Episode Intro + Joe Brown Returns (Matt out sick) 1:08 – Joe’s “Home for the Holidays” + Jersey vibes 1:33 – OHKO Podcast Update: Subs, 100 Episodes, Pokémon community growth 2:44 – Chris gaming lately: Odyssey + Animal Crossing reset 4:14 – Time-of-day Animal Crossing music + favorite hourly tracks 5:39 – Nintendo winter music + Kirby/Yoshi underrated bangers 6:43 – Joe’s favorite Christmas gaming memory (Animal Crossing City Folk) 7:43 – Why Nintendo games work for everyone (Mario vs. Madden debate) 9:08 – Music trivia game: the Grammys twist 10:25 – Alvin & the Chipmunks 11:27 – Alvin & the Chipmunks origin year + Grammy count reveal 14:28 – “Chipmunk Song” + Chris warns Spotify algorithm chaos 15:15 – Shows you loved but can’t remember (Tom & Jerry / Garfield) 24:10 – Reboots era: Cartoon Network retreads + creativity vs. nostalgia 27:16 – Pokémon update: Legends ZA overview + mega evolutions + Champions talk 34:14 – Why big games release when they do (Oct/Nov vs spring/summer theory) 40:09 – Movies vs games release windows + awards season logic 42:15 – Movie hopping memories + why theaters got too expensive 44:23 – Streaming changed everything (and content is made for half-attention) 45:57 – Netflix/Warner & antitrust/monopoly frustration 56:30 – Superhero fatigue (Spider-Man exception) 59:04 – MCU reset debate + RDJ returning controversy 1:09:19 – Holiday gaming plans: Metroid Prime 4 + what Chris is playing 1:10:48 – Nintendo Switch Online tiers + Animal Crossing expansions 1:12:47 – GameCube nostalgia: Backyard Football + Mario Baseball + Double Dash 1:16:36 – Mario Sunshine + why Galaxy is “great but not most fun” 1:18:35 – Mario Odyssey moon count + the brutal final gauntlet 1:19:59 – Joe speedrunning Odyssey + Chris holiday plan (and Chipmunks music) 1:21:32 – Wrap-up: where to find Joe + OHKO Podcast plug 1:22:54 – Final outro: follow Sketching Up + happy holidays

    1 h 24 min
  5. 07/02/2025

    Super Bowl Ad Predictions

    Try Audible today, head to www.audibletrial.com/SchnabelStudios to start your 30-day free trial and get reading 📖 Open your mind with the Curiosity Box by Vsauce, head to the link to get started: the-curiosity-box.pxf.io/SchnabelStudios Chris and Matt predict which movies will have ads during the Super Bowl! See a list of the films with ads here (list populated post-recording) https://comicbook.com/movies/news/super-bowl-2025-movie-trailers-list-confirmed-captain-america-fantastic-four-superman-jurassic-world/ #youtube #superbowl #superhero #mcu #marvel #disney #comics #podcast #cartoons  Follow Sketching Up on Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/sketchinguppod/ Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/sketchinguppod/ You can find Schnabel Studios on  TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@schnabel.studios Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/schnabel.studios/ X- https://twitter.com/schnabelstudios Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/schnabelstudios/ Video edited by Chris Schnabel Episode Produced by Chris Schnabel and Matt Tornetta Music by Kyle Scott Sketching Up is a Schnabel Studios Production. Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Context of the Episode 1:27 - Super Bowl Commercials and Their Evolution 5:06 - Social Media Insights and Promotions 10:37 - Excitement for Upcoming DC Lantern Show 20:09 - Anticipation for New Trailers and Movies 30:00 - Discussion on Fantastic Four and MCU's Future 32:34 - Superman and Upcoming DC Projects 35:51 - Mission Impossible and Other Slam Dunks 39:19 - Anticipated Releases: Avatar and More 41:55 - Animated Sequels: Zootopia and Five Nights at Freddy's 43:49 - Box Office Blasts: Karate Kid and Sinners 47:07 - Mystery Movies: Thunderbolts and Alien Earth 53:51 - Nintendo Switch 2 and Super Bowl Predictions

    1 h 1 min

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A podcast about all of your favorite Cartoons, Comics, and Games! Hosted by Chris Schnabel, and Matt Tornetta!