Legendary voice actor Rob Paulsen joins Mad Props with Chris Schnabel for a deep-dive conversation covering Animaniacs, Pinky and the Brain, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT), Jimmy Neutron, A Goofy Movie, and more. Rob shares stories from 40+ years in voice acting, plus his love for sports, hockey, the Detroit Red Wings, fandom culture, and the real impact of animation on generations of fans.
This episode blends voice actor interview, animation history, 90s cartoons nostalgia, Nickelodeon, Warner Bros animation, Disney, and behind-the-scenes Hollywood stories — plus Rob’s perspective on creativity, kindness, and longevity in entertainment.
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CHAPTERS
(00:00) Intro – Rob Paulsen Joins Mad Props
(02:55) Meeting Rob at Dallas Fan Expo
(05:46) Sports, Hockey & Growing Up in Michigan
(10:12) Breaking Into Voice Acting & Animation
(18:29) Gordie Howe, Fame & Fan Perspective
(30:00) Starstruck Moments & Hollywood Legends
(39:55) TMNT vs A Goofy Movie Pizza Debate
(47:57) Family, Gratitude & Career Perspective
(49:37) Space, Tech & Creative Curiosity
(58:56) Music, Performing Live & Creativity
(01:06:00) Billy Joel, Art & Longevity
(01:22:02) Dream Roles & Favorite Shows
(01:26:01) Looking Back on Iconic Voices
(01:31:27) Voice Lessons Book & Final Thoughts
Produced by Joe Brown
A Schnabel Studios Production
