The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast
Talk Show Replays
Twin animators Tom and Tony Bancroft get together and talk about their Disney Animation past, the present animation business, and the future of animation. Interviews with talented artists, inspirational words, and wild speculation will help you grow...
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Royal Palm Beach, FL
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Talk Show Replays
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Twin animators Tom and Tony Bancroft get together and talk about their Disney Animation past, the present animation business, and the future of animation. Interviews with talented artists, inspirational words, and wild speculation will help you grow as a person - or not. Sponsored by TaughtByAPro.com - your destination for the art instruction you need. See http://taughtbyapro.com for online animation, character design, illustration, comic arts, cartoon creation and more.
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Episodes
Artist Tabling at an Expo with Aria Joy Prichard
4/18/2026
Days after a successful second Animation Y'all Expo, Tom and Tony decompress about how great the weekend went and bring on artist exhibitor Aria Joy Pritchard (@ariajoy.art) to discuss the do's and don'ts of having a successful table experience at an expo/con.
Duración:01:15:11
Can Indy Animation Studios Survive?
4/3/2026
What happens when two independent animation studio heads discuss the future of their studios? Hopefully some wisdom, definitely some laughs, and a side of frustration. In this episode, Tom Bancroft (CEO/Founder of Pencilish Animation Studios) and Dominic Carola (Founder/Director of Premise Entertainment) discuss the current needs and future direction of the industry.
Duración:01:26:54
Writing for Disney TV! (with James Eason- Garcia)
3/21/2026
In this episode, Tom and Tony interview one of the creative forces on many modern Disney TV shows: James Eason- Garcia. James is currently the co-executive producer and story editor for the Pre-K series Marvel's Iron Man and His Awesome Friends. We talk to James about his career as a writer on many Disney/ Marvel/ Star WarsTV series like, Pupstruction, Gabby's Dollhouse, and Star Wars Young Jedi Adventures. Find out how he became a writer and now producer on some of Disney's biggest IPs!
Duración:01:02:16
With the voice of Winnie the Pooh, Tigger and Darkwing Duck, Jim Cummings
3/6/2026
This is the one! Voice-over actor extraordinaire, the legendary Jim Cummings, sits with the Bancroft Brothers and talks about some of his favorite characters. Winnie the Pooh, Tigger, Darkwing Duck, and Ray from The Princess and the Frog are just the start of his A-list character roles.
Have you ever wondered what it takes to make a career as a voice-over actor? Like honey from a bear, hear it straight from Winnie the Pooh himself! Available on iTunes, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcast.
Duración:01:06:54
The Artists Mind: The Secret to Success by Stephen Silver
2/20/2026
In this episode, we welcome back the great character designer, Stephen Silver! This was a pre-recorded lecture he gave at our own Animation Y'all Expo in 2025, which we wanted to share for the first time on our animation podcast! Stephen, who has also been an artist recruiter at Disney Animation, gives his guidance to artists on how to approach their career and their passion all in this lecture! He's been on both sides of the portfolio review, so sit back and hear a very unique viewpoint from an inspirational speaker!
Duración:00:50:01
Not Just A Goof with "A Goofy Movie" director, Kevin Lima and 2d animation director, Juan Urbina
2/6/2026
Join Tom and Tony as they talk with Kevin Lima, the original director of the Disney classic "A Goofy Movie," and Juan Urbina, Animation Director and owner of Venturia Animation. They discuss their adventures making the popular documentary "Not Just A Goof," which is currently screening on Disney+ and has been nominated for an Annie Award. We share behind-the-scenes stories of this unlikely documentary about an unlikely film that has gone on to change lives!
Duración:01:17:09
Editing an Animated Feature with Tom Scott
1/23/2026
Editing an Animated Feature with Tom Scott
Duración:01:17:35
Getting Your Short Into the World With Director/Creator Aaron Blaise & Producer Nick Burch
1/9/2026
With their short film "Snow Bear" short listed for an Academy Award nomination Tom and Tony speak to Director/ Animator Aaron Blaise and producer Nick Burch about what to do after you've made your short. We get into submitting to film festivals, award shows, distribution and opportunities that come from making a short animated masterpiece.
Duración:01:09:12
The Bros (finally!) review "K-Pop Demon Hunters"
12/19/2025
In the first half of the episode, Tom and Tony sit down to discuss some of the unexpected theatrical animation hits of the year and slide into the unexpected: a film review! In the second half, the brothers review (and critique) the biggest film of the year: "K-Pop Demon Hunters"!
Duración:01:13:02
Shannon Hallstein at Animation Y'all Expo 2025
12/5/2025
In this podcast, straight from Animation Y'all Expo 2025, is the amazing visual development artist Shannon Hallstein! In this art lecture, she discusses her approach to working in Procreate, her creative influences, and telling stories using color, composition, and layout. But, because she had many physical examples on the screens in person, we recommend viewing her art on Instagram while listening (@the_blue_leviathan). Enjoy this mini-Masterclass with Shannon Hallstein!
Duración:00:47:40
Prep & Landing: The Snowball Protocol Executive Producers, Kevin Deters and Stevie Wermers-Skelton
11/22/2025
Tis the season to talk about Christmas animated films and there is none that brings more cheer than Disney's long running "Prep and Landing" animated specials! Tom and Tony rangle some reindeer fun with their interview with Prep & Landing: The Snowball Protocol Executive Producers, Kevin Deters and Stevie Wermers-Skelton! These directing/producing/writing partners have helmed all of the Prep and Landing Christmas spirit through the years! Join our lively discussion wherever you listen to your podcasts!
Duración:00:47:34
Instagram Comments We Wish We Posted - Hash it out
11/15/2025
Instagram Comments We Wish We Posted - Hash it out
Duración:00:49:53
Flashback Friday with Bruce W. Smith
11/1/2025
Flashback Friday with Bruce W. Smith
Were you one of the millions of kids that grew up watching "The Proud Family" TV series on the Disney Channel in the 90s? If so, you're in for a great show with series creator Bruce Smith. Find out why Robin Williams called him "the Animator" and why the animation world looks up to Bruce Smith!
The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast is sponsored by Stuart Ng Books!
Duración:01:18:03
You've graduated... now what?
10/10/2025
In this episode, Tony and Tom tap three recently graduated animation students to discuss what they are experiencing in the scary "real world" of animation! We feature Riley Housden (Undrgraduate), Dakota Byard (Masters), and Jacob Birm (Masters) all of which attended the Lipscomb Animation program in Nashville. Find out their thoughts and expectations in school and the reality they hit up against going into the industry and even how they feel AI will affect them now and in the future. You gotta hear this one!
Duración:01:12:02
Indie Animation with the founder of Brazen Animation - Bryan Engram
9/27/2025
Indie Animation with the founder of Brazen Animation - Bryan Engram
Duración:00:59:05
Light of the World: How to make an Indy 2d feature film - John J Schafer & Pam Darley
9/5/2025
To celebrate today’s release of the 2d animated film “Light of the World”- a film the Bancroft’s worked on- they discuss the ins and outs of creating a 2d independent animated feature film. They are joined by directing partner John J Schafer and producer Pam Darley. Let’s get into it!
Duración:01:24:25
The Bookish Animator: Julia McIntyre
8/29/2025
The Bancroft’s sit down with Julia McIntyre, also known as @thebookishanimator_ After losing her dream job in 2d animation, she gained popularity on her social media by creating animated scenes based on books she was reading. Publishers now come to her to create custom content for new book releases!
Duración:00:59:08
With YouTube Artist Jackie Droujko
8/15/2025
Welcome to a fun and inspiring episode of our podcast, featuring YouTube character designer, filmmaker, and influencer Jackie Droujko! 🎙✨
In this candid conversation, Jackie opens up about her creative journey — from early struggles to major successes — and shares the lessons she’s learned along the way.
Duración:01:16:35
With Digital brush creator, Kyle Webster!
8/1/2025
It's podcast episode 275 and we saved it for the amazing Kyle T. Webster! If you have used Photoshop within the last five years, you know Kyle by his digital brushes that he created for Adobe. He has an interesting story of being the forerunner of creating digital brushes, creating relationships with major studios, being an early entrepreneur on Gumroad, and his more recent decision to leave Adobe to join Procreate! Get "brushed up" on Kyle in this episode!
Duración:01:14:13
Is 2D Animation making a comeback? With Snow Bear creator Aaron Blaise and Producer Nick Burch
7/18/2025
Is 2d animation making a comeback? It is if you're talking with Tom and Tony and Aaron Blaise and Nick Burch! Join these four animation vets as they discuss where 2d animation is now, what's happening with Aaron's one man-, hand drawn "Snow Bear" short film, will Disney get back into the 2d game, and what's next for this group of 2d animation lovers!
Duración:01:10:40