Sketching Up

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

  1. APR 17

    Yes, I Do Want Some Scrubs

    Welcome to Sketching Up, Chris Schnabel and Matt Tornetta break down everything happening in pop culture right now — from the latest updates out of CinemaCon to a full deep dive into the Scrubs reboot and whether it actually lives up to the original series. We dive into the biggest announcements in Hollywood, including new projects from major studios, Spider-Verse updates, Spaceballs 2, and the evolving role of influencers in entertainment marketing. Plus, we unpack the ongoing conversation around leaks, trailers, and whether studios are overhyping content before release. Then we shift into a full review of the Scrubs revival, analyzing character arcs, storytelling direction, nostalgia vs. new content, and whether the reboot successfully balances legacy characters with a new generation. From JD’s return to Dr. Cox’s emotional storyline and the evolution of Turk, we cover what worked, what didn’t, and what needs to improve heading into Season 2. We also share thoughts on episode structure, modern TV trends (shorter seasons), and how streaming-era storytelling is changing the way shows are built and consumed. If you’re into TV reboots, movie industry insights, comedy shows, or pop culture analysis, this episode is for you. Try Audible today — head to http://www.audibletrial.com/SchnabelStudios to start your 30-day free trial and get reading 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 00:00 - Introduction 01:30 - CinemaCon Explained & Industry Trends 05:00 - Spider-Verse, Spaceballs 2 & Major Announcements 08:00 - Movie Leaks, Trailers & Studio Strategy Debate 13:30 - Ava Bunn Live Show Experience 16:30 - Scrubs Reboot Overview (Spoiler Section Begins) 20:00 - JD, Dr. Cox & Story Direction Breakdown 23:00 - Emotional Episode Analysis & Key Moments 26:00 - Season Length Debate (9 Episodes Issue) 28:30 - New Characters & Cast Performance 32:00 - Turk Character Critique 35:00 - Janitor Return & Missed Opportunities 38:00 - Modern Comedy vs Original Scrubs Tone 41:00 - Best New Characters & Standout Performances 44:30 - Storytelling Strengths & Weaknesses 45:30 - Final Grades & Season Verdict 47:00 - What Needs to Improve for Season 2 48:30 - Outro

    50 min

  2. APR 10

    Invincible and The Boys

    In this episode, we dive deep into the world of Invincible and The Boys, breaking down major characters, storylines, and how modern TV is evolving compared to comics. We explore why Thragg in Invincible is one of the most dangerous characters in comic history, and how his potential adaptation could shape the future of the series. Then we shift into a full breakdown of The Boys Episodes 1–2, analyzing Homelander’s control, Soldier Boy’s role, Black Noir’s impact, and how the show reflects real-world themes. Subscribe for more episodes covering gaming, pop culture, movies, and animation breakdowns. Try Audible today — head to http://www.audibletrial.com/SchnabelStudios to start your 30-day free trial and get reading 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: 00:00 - Intro 01:28 - Invincible, The Boys & What We’re Breaking Down 02:10 - Daredevil Update + Punisher Tease 03:24 - Kingpin’s NYC Takeover (Why Daredevil Can’t Win) 05:52 - Vigilantes vs Law + Real-World Parallels 07:25 - Switching to Invincible 08:18 - Why This Season of Invincible Works Better 10:15 - Fixing Comic Storylines for TV 12:30 - Viltrumite Empire Explained 13:37 - Nolan’s Arc: Guilt, Fear & Consequences 17:05 - Comic Talk: Invincible, Spider-Man & Kick-Ass 19:23 - Underworld Episode (Was It Worth It?) 20:31 - Mark’s Inner Conflict: Killing vs Being a Hero 22:01 - Did the Episode Actually Move the Story? 23:06 - Alan the Alien + Omni-Man Moments 24:56 - Tech Jacket Change (Better for TV?) 26:36 - Conquest ARRIVES (First Big Battle) 27:33 - Why Conquest Is So Hated (In a Good Way) 28:22 - Brutal Fight + Time Jump Fallout 28:59 - Thragg Intro + Casting Breakdown 30:30 - Thragg’s Presence & Slow Burn Villain Setup 32:30 - Why Thragg Is Terrifying (Even Without Fighting) 35:00 - Invincible Future Predictions & Story Direction 38:00 - Thragg vs Conquest (Villain Comparison) 41:00 - Transition to The Boys Discussion 43:00 - The Boys Season 5 Episodes 1–2 Recap 47:00 - Homelander’s Control & Power Breakdown 50:00 - Soldier Boy, Black Noir & Virus Impact 54:00 - Real-World Themes in The Boys 58:00 - Mid-Season Predictions + Series Ending 1:02:00 - Final Thoughts

    53 min

  3. APR 8

    Mario Galaxy Review

    Welcome to Sketching Up, hosts Chris Schnabel and Matt Tornetta break down their full review of the Super Mario Galaxy Movie—from storyline issues and character usage to Easter eggs, Nintendo references, and what’s next for the Mario cinematic universe. They dive into major topics like Mario vs Peach as the lead character, the rushed pacing across iconic worlds like the Mushroom Kingdom and Galaxy, and the growing theory that Nintendo is building toward a Super Smash Bros movie universe. The conversation also explores standout moments, including Jack Black’s Bowser, Yoshi’s role, Rosalina’s underuse, and the introduction of characters like Star Fox, Pikmin, and R.O.B.—plus what Daisy’s arrival means for future films. Subscribe for more episodes covering gaming, pop culture, movies, and animation breakdowns. Try Audible today — head to http://www.audibletrial.com/SchnabelStudios to start your 30-day free trial and get reading 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: 00:00 - Intro 00:20 - Mario Movie Review Begins 00:48 - Travel Stories & Arizona Trip 02:10 - Orlando Magic Court Experience 03:55 - Fenway Park Story & Mad Props Plug 07:59 - Space Talk & Artemis Mission 10:35 - Mario Galaxy Movie Initial Thoughts 11:12 - Storyline Issues & Rosalina Discussion 12:26 - Rushed Worlds & Missed Opportunities 13:37 - Easter Eggs: Star Fox, Pikmin, Game & Watch 15:08 - What Worked vs What Didn’t 16:22 - Best Scene in the Movie 17:03 - Mario vs Peach Problem 18:30 - Luigi & Yoshi Underutilization 19:24 - Bowser Performance Review 20:02 - Peach & Mario Relationship Confusion 21:15 - How the Story Should Have Been Structured 22:23 - Bowser Jr. & Lack of Mystery 23:11 - Too Much Nostalgia, Not Enough Story 24:18 - R.O.B. & Nintendo References 25:25 - What’s Next for the Franchise 26:23 - Post-Credit Scene & Daisy Reveal 27:03 - Plot Holes & World-Building Issues 28:09 - Super Smash Bros Movie Theory 29:24 - Nintendo Universe Expansion Concerns 30:08 - Future Shows & Spin-Off Predictions

    49 min

  4. MAR 27

    Live Disney Slop

    Welcome to Sketching Up! Chris and Matt discuss upcoming Daredevil and Punisher shows, the state of live-action Disney adaptations, and the evolving landscape of comedy and animation in entertainment. From Daredevil to The Rock, trying too hard, it's an action-packed episode. Subscribe to @SketchingUpPod Try Audible today — head to http://www.audibletrial.com/SchnabelStudios to start your 30-day free trial and get reading 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. Marvel's Official Website Daredevil on Netflix John Birkenau as Punisher Kyle Higgins' Radiant Black Shane Gillis Comedy Tours Tubi Streaming Platform Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 11:58 - Pokemon Regional Championships Experience 19:19 - Trailer Reactions: Moana and More 20:52 - The Live Action Disney Dilemma 24:34 - Box Office Mysteries and Audience Reactions 27:55 - The Rock's Transformation in Moana 31:42 - John Cena vs. The Rock: A Character Study 38:35 - The Stakes of Winning and Losing in Film 39:45 - The Evolution of Comedy in Modern Media 44:04 - The Anticipation of New Superhero Content 45:30 - The Future of the Punisher and Daredevil 56:27 - Connecting the Dots in the Marvel Universe 59:03 - End

    59 min

  5. MAR 20

    3 Second Spider-Man

    Welcome to Sketching Up! Today, we explore the latest in Spider-Man trailers, movie and TV show insights, and favorite story arcs. We also cover recent Oscar highlights, Star Wars updates, and fan-favorite villains, providing deep dives into character relationships and industry trends. Subscribe to @SketchingUpPod Try Audible today — head to http://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 Schnabel Episode Produced by Chris Schnabel and Matt Tornetta Music by Kyle Scott Sketching Up is a Schnabel Studios Production. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 03:27 - Dune 3 Trailer Excitement 09:10 - Oscars Recap and Highlights 13:54 - Spider-Man Brand New Day Trailer Drop 20:38 - Best Spider-Man Story Arcs Discussion 25:13 - The Impact of Storytelling in Gaming 27:43 - Exploring Spider-Man's Villains 36:17 - Spider-Man's Relationships and Character Dynamics 46:31 - Anticipating the Future of Spider-Man Films 48:57 - End Resources Spider-Man Trailer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8TZMtslA3UY Spider-Man Video Games (PS4) - https://www.playstation.com/en-us/games/spider-man/ Star Wars Clone Wars Series - https://www.starwars.com/series/star-wars-the-clone-wars Oscars Official Site - https://www.oscars.org/ Dune Series Trailer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=example Marvel's Spider-Man (PS4 Game) - https://www.playstation.com/en-us/games/marvels-spider-man/

    49 min

  6. MAR 13

    A Childish Yoshi

    On this episode of Sketching Up, Chris Schnabel and Matt Tornetta break down the biggest stories in animation, gaming, TV, and pop culture, including Tubi’s major Cartoon Network and Hanna-Barbera takeover, what it means for the future of cartoons, and why it could change the streaming landscape. They also dive into the latest Super Mario movie trailer, Pokémon Day, Switch 2, Scrubs returning, and new trailers for The Boys, Lanterns, Daredevil: Born Again, and One Piece. From Cartoon Network classics and HBO Max licensing moves to concerns about the future of original animation, this episode is packed with strong opinions, nostalgia, and deep-dive discussion on the franchises fans care about most. If you love Nintendo, Mario, Pokémon, DC, Marvel, streaming culture, cartoons, and animation news, this is the episode for you. Subscribe to @SketchingUpPod 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 Schnabel Episode Produced by Chris Schnabel and Matt Tornetta Music by Kyle Scott Sketching Up is a Schnabel Studios Production. 0:00 Intro 0:55 Welcome Back to Sketching Up 1:31 Why This Episode Was Needed 2:55 Scrubs Revival Discussion Begins 3:05 Mario Day + Chris Powers Through While Sick 3:56 Mad Props Growth + New Baseball Podcast Update 4:18 Pokémon Day + New Pokémon Game Talk 5:24 Switch 2 Discussion 6:18 Mario Movie Timing + Nintendo Strategy 10:07 Why Mario Remains a Pop Culture Icon 11:16 Breaking Down the New Mario Movie Trailer 12:44 Yoshi, Bowser Jr. + Too Many Mario Games in One Movie? 15:10 Bowser Jr., Sunshine References + Deep Mario Lore 17:27 Rosalina, Yoshi + Concerns About Movie Pacing 19:20 Final Thoughts on the Mario Movie Trailer 20:14 Donald Glover as Yoshi 21:25 Big Celebrities in Animated Movies 23:48 New Trailers: The Boys, Lanterns, Daredevil, One Piece 24:04 The Boys Final Season Expectations 26:24 Why Long Gaps Between Seasons Hurt TV Shows 31:33 Lanterns Hype + DC Excitement 34:47 Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 + Jessica Jones Return 37:21 Tubi Takes Over Cartoon Network + Hanna-Barbera Catalog 38:05 Can Tubi Actually Sustain This Model? 42:27 Tubi, MLB Rights + Free Streaming Questions 46:06 Tubi’s Movie Catalog + Why It Feels Too Good to Be True 48:00 Pluto TV vs. Tubi 50:08 The Problem With Streaming Service Pricing 53:53 What Tubi’s Cartoon Expansion Could Mean for Animation 55:24 Why Original Cartoons Are Struggling 58:42 Follow Sketching Up + Schnabel Studios Podcast Network Plug 59:40 Outro: Pray for Cartoons

    59 min
  7. Grammy Winner Alvin and the Chipmunks!

    12/19/2025

    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

    1h 24m
  8. Hollywood Shakeup: Mergers, Buyouts & Animation Trouble

    12/12/2025

    Hollywood Shakeup: Mergers, Buyouts & Animation Trouble

    Try Audible today — head to www.audibletrial.com/SchnabelStudios to start your 30-day free trial and get reading 📖Chris and Matt are back breaking down the massive shake-ups happening across the entertainment industry — from major mergers and studio buyouts to the fall of Cartoon Network, Warner Bros.’ chaos, and the shifting landscape of streaming. If you love animation, pop culture, and media industry analysis, this episode dives deep into all of it.#podcast #animation #cartoonnetwork #warnerbros #streaming #entertainmentnews #mergers #superheroes #popcultureFollow Sketching Up:Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/sketchinguppod/Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/sketchinguppod/TikTok — https://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:0:00 – Welcome to Sketching Up2:00 – The People Want to Hear Us Talk4:00 – George Lucas Museum in LA6:00 – Breaking Down Studio Finances8:00 – Hit Shows & Streaming Successes10:00 – James Gunn & Peter Safran Era Changes12:00 – Competing Bids & Industry Tension14:00 – Revisiting Cartoon Network’s Rise and Fall16:00 – Warner Brothers’ Downward Spiral18:00 – Video Game Adaptations & New Seasons

    1h 1m
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A podcast about all of your favorite Cartoons, Comics, and Games! Hosted by Chris Schnabel, and Matt Tornetta!

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  • Creator
    Schnabel Studios
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    138
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Schnabel Studios
  • Show Website
    Sketching Up