"With Great Power, Comes Great... Respect."

In this episode of Animation Fascination, hosts Marc Vibbert and Stanford Clark swing into action with special guest Hector Navarro (Heroes Reforged) to discuss Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man – Marvel’s latest animated take on the web-slinger!

Is this fresh spin on Peter Parker’s origin a game-changer, or are we just retreading old webs? We break down the unique twists on Spider-Man’s story, from Oscorp’s influence to a surprising new symbiotic connection, and debate whether the series stands out from previous adaptations like The Spectacular Spider-Man. Plus, we analyze the animation style, character arcs, and how the show ties into the larger Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Does this version of Spidey live up to the legacy? Tune in and find out!

🎙️ Listen now and join the conversation!

"Sometimes, to survive, you must become more than you were programmed to be."

Join Stanford Clark and Marc Vibbert as they dive into the most exciting animated films of 2024! From long-awaited sequels to fresh, original stories, we’re breaking down everything that made this year in animation unforgettable.

• 🎞️ Movies We’re Discussing:
• 🌊 Moana 2: A return to the ocean with Moana and her next big adventure!
• 🤖 Transformers: One: The origins of Optimus Prime and Megatron.
• 🐦 The Wild Robot: A heartwarming adaptation of Peter Brown’s beloved book.
• 🟡 Despicable Me 4: Gru, the Minions, and more mischief!
• 🐼 Kung Fu Panda 4: Po faces his greatest challenge yet.
• 🧩 Piece by Piece: A touching story built brick by brick.
• ✨ Spellbound: A magical journey from Skydance Animation.
• 🐖 Hit Pig!: A quirky pig on a bounty-hunting mission.
• ⚔️ The Lord of the Rings: The War for the Rohirrim: An epic animated Middle-earth tale.🌈 IF: A whimsical journey from John Krasinski.
• 🌊 Flow: A stunning artistic achievement from Janus Films.
• 🐱 The Garfield Movie: Starring Chris Pratt as everyone’s favorite lasagna-loving cat.
• 🎭 Inside Out 2: Riley’s emotional rollercoaster continues.…and so much more!

🚀🔎 We’ll explore the creativity, innovation, and storytelling that defined this year’s animated releases. Plus, hear our thoughts on trends in animation and what we’re most excited about for the future!

💬 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with your fellow animation fans. Stay tuned for more episodes where we celebrate the art of animation!

"Who ya gonna call?"

Join us for a spooky *Animation Fascination* live stream recording as we celebrate Halloween with guests Kayla and Johnny from Geek the F Out and Jay from Geek.Dad.Life.!

We'll be diving into three classic THE REAL GHOSTBUSTERS episodes: "When Halloween Was Forever" (S1E8), "Knock, Knock" (S2E40), and "Janine Melnitz, Ghostbuster" (S2E12).

Get ready for spoopy nostalgic fun, behind-the-scenes insights, and plenty of ghostly good times! 👻🎃

"The Ultimate Disney Fan Event."

Join hosts Marc Vibbert and Stanford Clark on this episode of Animation Fascination as they dive into all the exciting announcements from D23 Expo 2024! Get the inside scoop (and Stanford's maybe not so "hot takes") on live-action adaptations of SNOW WHITE and LILO & STITCH, along with Pixar's original films and sequels to fan favorites like TOY STORY and THE INCREDIBLES.

Plus, we explore Walt Disney Animation Studios’ upcoming sequels to ZOOTOPIA and FROZEN. Marvel Animation also has big news with EYES OF WAKANDA, the final season of WHAT IF...?, and YOUR FRIENDLY NEIGHBORHOOD SPIDER-MAN.

And the latest (and controversial?) Disney Parks rides inspired by CARS, MONSTERS, INC., and ZOOTOPIA. Tune in for all the magical news and make sure to subscribe!

(recorded on: August 23rd, 2024)

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"Moopsy!"

Join ANIMATION FASCINATION for an exclusive interview with one of the masterminds behind the hit animated series STAR TREK: LOWER DECKS! Our special guest hosts, Kenny Madison and Aspen Webster (from TREK WARS PODCAST) sit down with the show's Supervising Director and Producer Barry J. Kelly to dive deep into the creative process of bringing this fan-favorite series to life.

(recorded on: Tuesday, June 10th, 2024)

In this episode, you'll get insider insights into: ✨ Balancing the writing to cater to both die-hard Trekkies and newcomers. ✨ The age-old debate: Star Wars vs. Star Trek – which reigns supreme? ✨ What would the adorably menacing Moopsy look like in live-action? ✨ Barry's heartfelt gratitude to the incredible crew behind the series. ✨ The painstaking animation months-long production process! Star Trek: Lower Decks is set in the year 2380 and follows the support crew of the U.S.S. Cerritos, one of Starfleet's least important ships. The fourth season finds our beloved ensigns facing new challenges and opportunities, all while coming to terms with their "lower deck" status for the foreseeable future. Don't miss out on this engaging and insightful discussion that takes you behind the scenes of one of the most beloved animated series in the Star Trek universe! 🌟 Like, comment, and subscribe for more exclusive interviews and content from Animation Fascination! 🌟 🖖 For more Trek-related content from Aspen and Kenny check out: www.TrekWarsPod.com