Nation of Animation

Audio Mint

5.0 (13)
ANIMATION & MANGA
UPDATED MONTHLY

Nation of Animation is a cartoon book club podcast for all ages! Join lifelong cartoon fans Ryan Stevens and Brooke-Erin Smith every other week as they discuss classic cartoons through a modern lens and celebrate everything cartoons have to offer!

4 DAYS AGO

The Kung Fu Pandamonium

Thanksgiving season means gorging on toons till we burst, and this year we’re piling our plate high with Dreamworks’ Kung Fu Panda series! What can this panda teach us about martial arts? About life? About…love? (Not much, on that last one.) We blitz through all four films, talk, and learn the mysterious ways of the Dao of Po! If you like the show, don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe. Follow our bluesky @nationofanimation and our Instagram and Twitter @cartoonbookclub, and follow our hosts @thebrookesmith and @ryanwithcheese on Twitter & brookeerinsmith.com & ryangstevens.com BIG THANKS TO: Jacob Menke for our theme Follow them @menkemaster & Urvashi Lele for our art Learn more about Urvashi Lele's animations by visiting http://www.sirpeagreenstudios.com and follow their endeavors on instagram at @sirpeagreen and @maisonaudmi We love Kung Fuuuuuuuu! Movies we mentioned: Kung Fu Panda Kung Fu Panda 2 Kung Fu Panda 3 Kung Fu Panda 4 Real World Recs: Brooke: Tavi Gevinson’s “Fan Fiction" Ryan: Kendrick Lamar’s GNX

53 min
NOV 16

Deception! Disgrace! Da Lion King 2!

He lives in you, listener, and by “He,” we mean this podcast! Don’t think about it too hard. This week we talk about a beloved Disney classic…’s sequel: The Lion King II: Simba’s Pride! What is Romeo & Juliet like with lions? How does the music match up to the original? Why is the bad boy lion so hot? PLUS! We check in on the Over The Garden Wall 10th anniversary stop-motion special, and old friend Freddie Powers drops in to share his thoughts! Follow our bluesky @nationofanimation and our Instagram and Twitter @cartoonbookclub, and follow our hosts @thebrookesmith and @ryanwithcheese on Twitter & http://brookeerinsmith.com http://ryangstevens.com & Support secret projects on Venmo @nationofanimation BIG THANKS TO: Jacob Menke for our theme Follow them @menkemaster & Urvashi Lele for our art Learn more about Urvashi Lele's animations by visiting http://www.sirpeagreenstudios.com and follow their endeavors on instagram at @sirpeagreen and @maisonaudmi The State of Animation is [ROAR]! Films we talked about: The Lion King II: Simba’s Pride Over the Garden Wall 10th Anniversary Stop Motion Short Real World Recs: Brooke: The Bright Sword, by Lev Grossman Ryan: ‘Original Cast Album: Company’ on Criterion Channel and YouTube This podcast is a part of Audio Mint. If you want to follow us, check us out on Instagram(@audiomintchi) or on Facebook, at Audio Mint. If you wanna support us even more, check out our Patreon by searching Audio Mint on the app or the website!

44 min
NOV 2

We Bear 'We Bare Bears'

Hop on top of the bear stack, listener! This week, we’re tuning in for a heaping helping of Cartoon Network’s under-appreciated gem, We Bare Bears! We talk about what it means to be “all-ages,” the comedy of character design, and what kind of bears we might be! Follow our bluesky @nationofanimation and our Instagram and Twitter @cartoonbookclub, and follow our hosts @thebrookesmith and @ryanwithcheese on Twitter http://brookeerinsmith.com http://ryangstevens.com & Support secret projects on Venmo @nationofanimation BIG THANKS TO: Jacob Menke for our theme Follow them @menkemaster & Urvashi Lele for our art Learn more about Urvashi Lele's animations by visiting http://www.sirpeagreenstudios.com and follow their endeavors on instagram at @sirpeagreen and @maisonaudmi & a very special thanks to: Daniel Chong, and his hilarious, endearing creation! The station of animation is Bears! Episodes We Discussed: S1 E4 “Chloe” S1 E10 “Nom Nom” S2 E7 “Losing Ice” S2 E18 “Icy Nights” S3 E12 “Spa Day” S3 E29 “Charlie’s Halloween Thing” S4 E14 “More Everybody’sTube” S4 E22 “Adopted” Real World Recs: Brooke: Voting! Ryan: Fred’s Meat & Bread, in Atlanta GA

55 min
OCT 19

HALLOWEEN BITE-SIZE DOUBLE FEATURE!

Trick-Or-Treat, dear listener! It’s Halloween, and this year we’re giving you not one, but TWO bite-sized halloween specials from yesteryear. First, a spooktacular animal adventure in ABC Weekend Special’s “Bunnicula, The Vampire Rabbit”! Then, there’s a sour-sweet blowing in Whoville, and that can only mean one thing: Halloween is Grinch Night! And we’re gonna talk about it! This one has it all: age-appropriate scares, industrial accidents, unexpected memories, and glimpses into the commercials of the 70s and 80s! A short and sweet episode that will fill you up but won’t give you cavities! Follow our bluesky @nationofanimation and our Instagram and Twitter @cartoonbookclub, and follow our hosts @thebrookesmith and @ryanwithcheese on Twitter & http://brookeerinsmith.com http://ryangstevens.com Support secret projects on Venmo @nationofanimation BIG THANKS TO: Jacob Menke for our theme Follow them @menkemaster & Urvashi Lele for our art Learn more about Urvashi Lele's animations by visiting http://www.sirpeagreenstudios.com and follow their endeavors on instagram at @sirpeagreen and @maisonaudmi & a very special thanks to: James & Debora Howe for Bunnicula, and Dr. Seuss & Gerard Baldwin for Halloween Is Grinch Night! REAL WORLD RECS: Brooke: Trader Joe’s Petite Pumpkin Spice Cookies Ryan: Videodrome Video Rental Store in Atlanta, GA The State of Animation is HALLOWEEN! CONGRATULATIONS DANNY! THE NATION IS PROUD OF YOU!! This podcast is a part of Audio Mint. If you want to follow us, check us out on Instagram(@audiomintchi) or on Facebook, at Audio Mint. If you wanna support us even more, check out our Patreon by searching Audio Mint on the app or the website!

34 min
OCT 5

Thieves, Cobblers, Auteurs, and Dreamers

The long awaited episode is here! Strap in and turn your throwback machine on cause we’re gonna talk about the 1993 film ”The Thief and the Cobbler” (aka The Princess and the Cobbler aka Arabian Knight). We talk the legacy, longevity, and loss of the creation and releases of this film. If you don’t like what we have to say, there’s the door! Follow our bluesky @nationofanimation and our Instagram and Twitter @cartoonbookclub, and follow our hosts @thebrookesmith and @ryanwithcheese on Twitter & http://brookeerinsmith.com http://ryangstevens.com & Support secret projects on Venmo @nationofanimation BIG THANKS TO: Jacob Menke for our theme Follow them @menkemaster & Urvashi Lele for our art Learn more about Urvashi Lele's animations by visiting http://www.sirpeagreenstudios.com and follow their endeavors on instagram at @sirpeagreen and @maisonaudmi & a very special thanks to: Richard Williams; an artist with a vision that didn’t quite get to reach the finish line. The State of Animation is dreams! Films we talk about: The Thief and the Cobbler Real World Recs: Brooke: Below Deck Mediterranean (on Peacock) Ryan: Shoresy (on Hulu) This podcast is a part of Audio Mint. If you want to follow us, check us out on Instagram(@audiomintchi) or on Facebook, at Audio Mint. If you wanna support us even more, check out our Patreon by searching Audio Mint on the app or the website!

43 min
SEP 21

Animation Education (w/ Colin Giles)

School is back in session and we still got a lot to learn! We have an interview with animator and current Head of the School for Animation & VFX at Vancouver Film School Colin Giles! We talk inspirations, unsung heroes, and of course cartoons! Not afraid to say this one is a banger! Follow our bluesky @nationofanimation and our Instagram and Twitter @cartoonbookclub, and follow our hosts @thebrookesmith and @ryanwithcheese on Twitter & http://brookeerinsmith.com http://ryangstevens.com & Support secret projects on Venmo @nationofanimation BIG THANKS TO: Jacob Menke for our theme Follow them @menkemaster & Urvashi Lele for our art Learn more about Urvashi Lele's animations by visiting http://www.sirpeagreenstudios.com and follow their endeavors on instagram at @sirpeagreen and @maisonaudmi & a very special thanks to: Colin Giles, always interesting and inspiring to hear from someone who not only works in the field but also loves animation! The State of Animation is Strong! Colin’s TED talk:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ihUJfS7bzqE Real World Recs: Brooke: The Cult of the Lamb (the video game) Ryan: Curious City (the podcast) This podcast is a part of Audio Mint. If you want to follow us, check us out on Instagram(@audiomintchi) or on Facebook, at Audio Mint. If you wanna support us even more, check out our Patreon by searching Audio Mint on the app or the website!

54 min
AUG 24

The 2024 Anime Olympics

Every 4 years we gather around our screens to watch the best athletes in the world compete to bring home the gold, now we’re bringing the world of animated sports to you! This week we’re diving into the Anime-lympics! All your favorite sports are readily available year round with tropes, storylines, and our recommendations! Light the torches! Follow our bluesky @nationofanimation and our Instagram and Twitter @cartoonbookclub, and follow our hosts @thebrookesmith and @ryanwithcheese on Twitter & http://brookeerinsmith.com http://ryangstevens.com & Support secret projects on Venmo @nationofanimation Link to tickets to Busted Open! https://limelight.tix.page/e/busted-open1719457916520 BIG THANKS TO: Jacob Menke for our theme Follow them @menkemaster & Urvashi Lele for our art Learn more about Urvashi Lele's animations by visiting http://www.sirpeagreenstudios.com and follow their endeavors on instagram at @sirpeagreen and @maisonaudmi & a very special thanks to: Sports! The State of Animation is Sport! Olympic? Which do you prefer? Animes we talked about: Volleyball - Haikyu!! Golf - Birdie Wing Swimming - Free! - Iwatobi Swim Club Archery - Tsurune Real World Recs: Brooke: Fields of Mistria (Beta is currently open) Ryan: Harney & Sons Zodiac inspired tea collection This podcast is a part of Audio Mint. If you want to follow us, check us out on Instagram(@audiomintchi) or on Facebook, at Audio Mint. If you wanna support us even more, check out our Patreon by searching Audio Mint on the app or the website!

42 min
AUG 10

The Music of Exploding Kittens with Jina An & Shirley Song

This week, Ryan and Brooke are booming with joy to talk about Netflix’ Exploding Kittens, and learn about the world of soundtrack composition and scoring from composers Jina An and Shirley Song! Jina and Shirley share their process, how they adapted a fast and frenzied party game into an animated series, dream projects and more! And, a surprising new temptation might threaten to capture Brooke’s heart and possibly ruin her life, if we can turn it into content. Find out more by listening! Learn more about Jina An on her website: https://jinaanmusic.com/ Learn more about Shirley Song at her website: https://www.shirleysong.com/ Follow our bluesky @nationofanimation and our Instagram and Twitter @cartoonbookclub, and follow our hosts @thebrookesmith and @ryanwithcheese on Twitter & http://brookeerinsmith.com http://ryangstevens.com & Support secret projects on Venmo @nationofanimation BIG THANKS TO: Jacob Menke for our theme Follow them @menkemaster & Urvashi Lele for our art Learn more about Urvashi Lele's animations by visiting http://www.sirpeagreenstudios.com and follow their endeavors on instagram at @sirpeagreen and @maisonaudmi & a very special thanks to: Jina An and Shirley Song for talking to us! The State of Animation is EXPLODING! Shows we talked about: Exploding Kittens Real World Recs: Brooke: Barry, streaming on Max Ryan: M. Night Shyamalan’s Trap This podcast is a part of Audio Mint. If you want to follow us, check us out on Instagram(@audiomintchi) or on Facebook, at Audio Mint. If you wanna support us even more, check out our Patreon by searching Audio Mint on the app or the website!

52 min

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13 Ratings

Love it

05/14/2023

kaitlinnorman

Feels like a fun, cozy hang out sesh with your best pals while listening - also loaded with interesting fun facts and witty humor!
The Best Hit of Nostalgia

10/09/2022

History Doe

Easy listening! Feels like you are right in the room having a discussion with the hosts. Totally worth the listen even if you aren’t a total animation aficionado!
Love it!

06/02/2021

Beckers848

Ryan and Brooke are great! They’ve covered shows I love and shows ive never seen, but they always make it fun and worth your while!
Cartoon Nostalgia at its Finest

06/02/2021

jordanesmith

I am always counting down the days until I can listen to another episode of Nation of Animation. The two cohosts, Brooke and Ryan, are a witty and hilarious pair who share their thoughts, facts, and conduct fun segments about this era’s hit animated shows and movies. I especially loved the Canadian segment they did and learned A LOT about one of the most hated cartoon figures, Caillou. I also enjoy each week’s “sketchy side” segment, where Ryan and Brooke discuss faults or improvements that could be made in each animation they discuss. If you’re looking for a grand, nostalgic time, LISTEN TO THIS PODCAST!! I can’t wait to see what cartoon they discuss next!

Creator

Audio Mint
Years Active

2021 - 2024
Episodes

99
Rating

Explicit
Show Website

Nation of Animation

Nation of Animation

Episodes

The Kung Fu Pandamonium

Deception! Disgrace! Da Lion King 2!

We Bear 'We Bare Bears'

HALLOWEEN BITE-SIZE DOUBLE FEATURE!

Thieves, Cobblers, Auteurs, and Dreamers

Animation Education (w/ Colin Giles)

The 2024 Anime Olympics

The Music of Exploding Kittens with Jina An & Shirley Song

Ratings & Reviews

Love it

The Best Hit of Nostalgia

Love it!

Cartoon Nostalgia at its Finest

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