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Writing, producing, directing, drawing, vodcasting. And posting random things here that intrigue or entertain me!

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How did Foster’s Home for Imaginary Friends come to life?

Craig McCracken shares how adopting shelter dogs with his wife, Lauren, inspired the idea of a foster home for imaginary friends, and how one conversation with Cartoon Network executive (and friend of the vod!) Linda Simensky led to the spontaneous creation of Mac.

Sometimes, all it takes is a notebook, a great idea, and someone asking, “But is there a kid in it?”

[animation tips, animation advice, how to pitch animated shows, pitching tips]

#MadeOnTongal #makintoons by @allanoo121

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From Blue’s Clues to a galaxy far, far away...

There’s more than one way to make a cartoon. And more than one way to build a career making them! Animation director and executive Dave Levy has worked on everything from Nickelodeon’s beloved preschool series to the Star Wars universe, including Galaxy of Creatures. Today, he heads up Pinkfong’s U.S. studio.

Dave joins Powerpuff Girls creator Craig McCracken on our newest Makin’ Toons to explore the many surprising paths animated shows can take from the drawing board to the screen.

Now on on YouTube –– Hope you’ll toon in! Link is in the comments… by @allanoo121

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Sugar, spice, and everything nice. That’s how the Powerpuff Girls were created. But how did Chemical X get them on TV in the first place?

Turns out, getting a cartoon series from a wild idea to an actual TV show can be quite an adventure!

On the newest episode of Makin’ Toons, we’re joined by Craig McCracken, creator of The Powerpuff Girls, Foster’s Home for Imaginary Friends, and more, along with animation director and executive Dave Levy (Blue’s Clues, Star Wars Galaxy of Creatures), to explore the surprisingly diverse ways animated shows are dreamed up, developed, pitched, and finally brought to the screen.

Now on YouTube — Hope you’ll toon in! Link is in the comments. by @allanoo121

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What makes a cartoon character instantly recognizable? Sometimes, it’s all in the silhouette!

Makin’ Toons co-host Allan Neuwirth breaks down how simple shapes help animators create unforgettable characters, using Phineas and Ferb as a perfect example. Plus, a fun design challenge you can try yourself!

[Animation Ideas, Character Design, Animation Tips, Animation Masterclass]

#madeontongal by @allanoo121

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No, this was not a sandwich sign for a public restroom. And they really did have cute shit in there! Can you guess what kind? by @allanoo121

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Walked out the door this evening to be greeted by this incredible sight! #magichour #nyc #sky by @allanoo121

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Before there was “Courage,” someone had to have the courage to say yes.

Linda Simensky helped some of animation’s most original voices make the leap from “What if?” to “Let’s make it!” On the new episode of MAKIN’ TOONS, she takes us inside the world of development—and reveals why one pitch can become a beloved series while another never leaves the room.

Who decides which cartoons get made? Linda knows. Watch now on YouTube! Link in comments. by @allanoo121

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When I was a stoner back in my 20s and 30s, if I could’ve peeked into the future and seen this sign on a subway wall, I would’ve thought I was hallucinating. 🫪😵‍💫🫪😵‍💫 by @allanoo121

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Long before a cartoon show becomes a classic, someone has to recognize its potential and convince everyone else to take the chance. Linda Simensky has spent her remarkable career at Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, and PBS Kids helping original voices and unconventional ideas like “Samurai Jack” make the journey from pitch to screen.

On the upcoming episode of MAKIN’ TOONS, Linda takes us behind the scenes of animation development, shares how original animated series come to be, and reveals who decides which cartoons get made.

Coming soon on YouTube! by @allanoo121

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In this conclusion of a sentimental and laugh-filled episode, producer-comedian RICH BROWN, actor STEVEN WEBER and writer-producer (and this week’s co-host) ALLAN NEUWIRTH join Frank to remember some much-loved New York-based kids’ programs of the 1960s, ’70s (and ’80s), including “Shenanigans,” “The Magic Garden,” “The New Zoo Revue,” “The Uncle Floyd Show” and the Mario Cantone-hosted “Steampipe Alley.” Also in this episode,the panelists recall memorable encounters with Billy Barty, Grandpa Al Lewis, Telly Savalas and Groucho Marx, andlisteners share THEIR local and regional kiddie shows, including “Ranger Hal,” “Marshall KGUN,” “Dusty’s Treehouse,” “The Brakeman Bill Show,” and “Hatchy Milatchy.”

PLUS: Señor Kaboom! J. Fred Muggs! Zacherley, the Cool Ghoul! Rich visits the Nut Museum! Steven praises Bob & Ray! And Allan meets a Beatle!

https://pod.link/1824012922

#podcasts #comedy #tv #kiddieshows by @allanoo121

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