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Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastTwo Mice and a Baby & The Maze (with Kata)Cause I'm a Poit-Rocker, yes I am!Join Mary Jo (Pines), Kellie (Pluto), and special guest Kata as they discuss Two Mice and a Baby and The Maze! Two Mice and a Baby presents us with this peculiar scenario: what if Pinky and The Brain discover the infant who would be Superman before Martha and Jonathan Kent do? In The Maze, the mice have to find an important component of Brain's latest device in the form of a Dilithium Chip, which is located deep within an elaborate maze, before the start of the harmonic convergence. M...
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Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastPinky and The Brain 30th Anniversary Retrospective (with Calvin Brain)Join Mary Jo (Pines), Kellie (Pluto), and special guest Calvin Brain in celebrating the 30th Anniversary of Steven Spielberg Presents: Pinky and The Brain! We will discuss the history of the series, give out our thoughts on the show, highlight some of our favorite (and least favorite) episodes, and read out what the fans have to say about Animaniacs. Timestamps: 0:00 - Introductions, News, Mistakes7:20 - News, Mistakes, and Reading Listener E-Mail21:04 - Thoughts on the Show59:39 - Calvin's Least Favorite Episodes, Episodes He Felt Differently About, and Fa...
2025-09-023h 02Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastThe Mummy and Robin BrainJoin Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) as they discuss The Mummy and Robin Brain! The Mummy follows the mice as they travel to Giza, Egypt, and infiltrate a research expedition by disguising themselves as Pharaoh Khufu and his previously unknown brother George. Robin Brain has Brain become a noble outlaw who steals from the rich and funds his plan for a working water heater...and Pinky has the hiccups. Contact Us!Email: thepoitcast@gmail.comTwitter: @poitcastTumblr: poitcast.tumblr.comCover Art by @mygames19Opening Theme Song ar...
2025-07-051h 22Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastA Little Off The Top and Megalomaniacs AnonymousJoin Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto), as they discuss A Little Off The Top and (one of their favorite episodes) Megalomaniacs Anonymous! A Little Off The Top is a biblical spoof where Brain attempts to find the source of Samson's strength. Megalomaniacs Anonymous is an insightful character study in which Brain realizes that his obsession with world domination causes him great pain and he goes to a support group designed for megalomaniacs. Feeling rejuvenated, Brain decides to use his newfound free time to help the victims of other megalomaniacs, only to realize that the biggest codependent victim is...
2025-06-081h 24Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastWelcome to the Jungle (with Stardella)Join Mary Jo (Pines), Kellie (Pluto), and special guest Stardella for an in-depth and passionate discussion of Welcome to the Jungle! This episode has the mice taken from the lab and dropped into the jungle, where Pinky takes on the leadership role while Brain helplessly relies on his friend. But Brain's mettle is tested when he comes face to face with his friend(exe?)-turned-rival Snowball. Stardella's Social Media Siteshttps://www.tiktok.com/@stardelladraws?lang=enhttps://www.tumblr.com/stardellaDog Man Brinky Fanart ...
2025-05-042h 21Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastBrain's SongJoin Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) as they discuss the fifth episode of Pinky and The Brain's second season, Brain's Song! In this episode, Brain wants to plunge the world into depression by making the saddest tearjerker, so he and Pinky do their best to create an emotionally potent sports movie with whatever items are scattered around the lab. Contact Us!Email: thepoitcast@gmail.comTwitter: @poitcastTumblr: poitcast.tumblr.comCover Art by @mygames19Opening Theme Song arranged by ComposerrClosing Theme Song arranged by Ian Knowles
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Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastPlan Brain From Outer Space (with Ella Cesari and Charley Marlowe)Join Mary Jo (Pines), Kellie (Pluto), and special guests Ella Cesari and Charley Marlowe of the podcast Mystery Shack Lookback as they discuss the third episode of Pinky and The Brain's second season (and the failed pilot of Zalgar the Brain Eater), Plan Brain From Outer Space! This strange episode follows The Brain corresponding with his intergalactic pen pal, Zalgar, who is secretly trying to consume his brain (cause that's what his diet consists of, apparently). When Zalgar reveals his true intentions to the mice, Brain and Pinky must work together to outsmart the cerebrum-consuming alien, with Brain employing...
2025-02-033h 06Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastCollect Em All & PinkassoJoin Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) as they discuss the second episode of Pinky and The Brain's second season, "Collect Em All" and "Pinkasso"! In "Collect Em All", Brain decides to use Gutenberg's printing press to make trading cards in his image to market to children in the hopes of toppling the monarchy. "Pinkasso" follows the mice as they try to fund their moon disco ball scheme through Pinky, who unintentionally makes a name for himself in the modern art scene. Come for the episode reviews, stay for the long-winded tangents on Pokemon and the Macarena!...
2025-01-011h 50Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastThe Pink Candidate (with Tony Goldmark)Join Mary Jo (Pines), Kellie (Pluto), and special guest Tony Goldmark as they discuss the fourth episode of Pinky and The Brain's second season, The Pink Candidate! This political-themed episode follows Pinky running for president with Brain as his campaign manager. After a series of campaign shenanigans, Pinky manages to get elected. However, his moral compass is put to the test when Chief of Staff Brain tries to take advantage of Pinky's political position so he can enact his world domination scheme. And a special thank you to Marc Halem, co-host of the podcast That's Not Quite A...
2024-10-272h 05Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastIt's Only A Paper WorldJoin Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) as they discuss the first episode of Pinky and The Brain's second season, It's Only A Paper World! In this season opener, Brain suffers from conqueror's block. He tries to get ideas from Pinky until he glances at a crafting show on television and becomes inspired to make a 1:1 scale replica of the earth from Paper-Mache and lure all of humanity to Chia Earth by giving away free T-shirts.Contact Us!Email: thepoitcast@gmail.comTwitter: @poitcastTumblr: poitcast.tumblr.comCover Art by @mygames19
2024-10-271h 49Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastTop Five Episodes from Pinky and The Brain Season OneJoin Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) as they share their thoughts on the first season of the Pinky and The Brain spin-off and highlight their top five favorite episodes of the season!Top Ten Animated Queer Reps Pre-2020 by TeddyRoo12https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cOf9IVmZB-I&t=830sContact Us!Email: thepoitcast@gmail.comTwitter: @poitcastTumblr: poitcast.tumblr.comCover Art by @mygames19Opening Theme Song arranged by ComposerrClosing Theme Song arranged by Ian Knowles
2024-09-292h 04Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastThe Third Mouse and The VisitJoin Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) as they discuss the thirteenth episode of the Pinky and The Brain spin-off, and the season one finale, "The Third Mouse" and "The Visit"! The first episode parodies the classic film noir "The Third Man" as Pinky tries to find Brain in post-war Vienna and becomes entangled in a mystery. The last cartoon follows Brain inadvertently crossing paths with his parents, however, this family reunion does not go as expected. Contact Us!Email: thepoitcast@gmail.comTwitter: @poitcastTumblr: poitcast.tumblr.comCover Art by @m...
2024-08-141h 38Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastAmbulatory Abe and Mouse of La ManchaJoin Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) as they discuss the twelfth episode of the Pinky and The Brain spin-off, "Ambulatory Abe" and "Mouse of La Mancha"! The first cartoon follows the mice as they hijack the Lincoln Memorial and impersonate the sixteenth president to sway the America masses. The second cartoon has Brain regale a pack of lab rats with the story of Don Cerebro de La Mancha in a humorous parody of Don Quixote and Man of La Mancha.Contact Us!Email: thepoitcast@gmail.comTwitter: @poitcastTumblr: poitcast.tumblr.com
2024-07-271h 32Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastTop Five PATB Segments from Animaniacs (2020) Season ThreeJoin Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) as they share their thoughts on the third and final season of the Animaniacs Reboot and highlight their top five favorite Pinky and The Brain segments from that season!Contact Us!Email: thepoitcast@gmail.comTwitter: @poitcastTumblr: poitcast.tumblr.comCover Art by @mygames19Opening Theme Song arranged by ComposerrClosing Theme Song arranged by Ian Knowles
2024-05-222h 26Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastInterview with Steve and Julie BernsteinIn this episode, Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) interview the composers for Animaniacs and Pinky and The Brain, Steve and Julie Bernstein! Listen in as they discuss their experience working for several WB/Amblin animated productions in great detail, and their vast knowledge of music and composition. Steve and Julie Bernstein's website: Resinous Music - http://www.stevebernstein.biz/Contact Us!Email: thepoitcast@gmail.comTwitter: @poitcastTumblr: poitcast.tumblr.comCover Art by @mygames19Opening Theme Song arranged by ComposerrClosing Theme Song arranged by I...
2024-05-162h 08Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastFlyJoin Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) as they discuss the eleventh episode of the Pinky and The Brain spin-off, "Fly"! This episode follows the mice as they venture off into space to enact Brain's most devious plan so far: to use the Hubble Telescope to melt the Polar Ice Caps so he could flood the Earth up to the thirty-ninth floor. Contact Us!Email: thepoitcast@gmail.comTwitter: @poitcastTumblr: poitcast.tumblr.comCover Art by @mygames19Opening Theme Song arranged by ComposerrClosing Theme Song arranged by Ian Kn...
2024-03-291h 09Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastHow The Brain Thieved Christmas & International Mouse of MysteryPoitcast has reached its 50th episode! To commemorate this special milestone, join Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) as they discuss the last three Pinky and The Brain segments from season three of the Animaniacs reboot; "How The Brain Thieved Christmas" (Parts One and Two) and "International Mouse of Mystery".The reboot's Christmas episode focuses on Brain's attempt to thieve Christmas by way of mass-producing toys made in Pinky's image. The final episode of the reboot features a cold open involving the mice creating their own James Bond movie. Contact Us!Email: thepoitcast@g...
2024-02-291h 54Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastAround the World in 80 NarfsJoin Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) as they discuss the tenth episode of the Pinky and The Brain spin-off, "Around the World in 80 Narfs"! This cartoon is a parody of the beloved Jules Verne novel (and the so-so 1956 film adaptation), as the mice attempt to circle the globe in 79 days so that Brain can become president of an elite club. Contact Us!Email: thepoitcast@gmail.comTwitter: @poitcastTumblr: poitcast.tumblr.comCover Art by @mygames19Opening Theme Song arranged by ComposerrClosing Theme Song arranged by Ian Knowles...
2024-01-251h 16Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastAll's Fair in Love and DoorJoin Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) as they discuss the seventh Pinky and The Brain segment from season three of the Animaniacs, "All's Fair in Love and Door"! In this cartoon, Brain tells Pinky not to open the green door while he runs an errand, but Pinky opens the door to find a simulated reality where Brain is married to Julia. Kirk Tingblad's Fundraiserhttps://www.gofundme.com/f/help-a-disabled-director-preserve-animation-artLisa Vandenburg's Original Storyboardshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0g4NzPN0UTg&list=PL6BOLoxlFFd18Iw3lDDLIfnIEUp8hbYrn Contact Us...
2023-12-041h 42Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastAnimaniacs 30th Anniversary RetrospectiveIn this special episode, Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Steven Spielberg Presents: Animaniacs! We will discuss the history of the series, give out our thoughts on the show, highlight some of our favorite (and least favorite) episodes, and read out what the fans have to say about Animaniacs. Contact Us!Email: thepoitcast@gmail.comTwitter: @poitcastTumblr: poitcast.tumblr.comCover Art by @mygames19Opening Theme Song arranged by ComposerrClosing Theme Song arranged by Ian Knowles
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The Animanicast- An Animaniacs Podcast284- Review of Pinky and the Brain: "Snowball" with the Poitcast!It's time for the Animanicast! Discussing "Snowball" with the Poitcast! Join your hosts Joey, Nathan and Kelly in the "Animanicast!" A podcast dedicated to Animaniacs and its sister shows. Today the hosts review another episode of Pinky and the Brain as guest of the Poitcast! The Poitcast is a great podcast that every Pinky and the Brain fan should listen to. Today's discussion focuses on the ninth episode of the Pinky and the Brain spinoff series entitled, "Snowball." This episode discussion was a blast and becomes quite lengthy! The Poitcast had so much fantastic information and references...
2023-09-111h 50Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastSnowball (with The Animanicast)In this special episode, Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) are joined by Joey, Nathan, and Kelly of The Animanicast to discuss the ninth episode of the Pinky and The Brain spin-off, Snowball! Brain's plan for domination is stolen by his childhood best friend-turned-enemy Snowball the Hamster, who makes his glorious debut. While the megalomaniacal rodents engage in a battle of wits, Snowball tries to manipulate Pinky into turning against Brain. But after Snowball conquers the world and separates the mice, Brain decides to save his world and rescue Pinky from the hamster's clutches. Also featured in...
2023-09-081h 46Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastGroundmouse Day & Groundmouse Day AgainJoin Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) as they discuss the two-part Pinky and The Brain segments from season three of the Animaniacs Reboot: Groundmouse Day and Groundmouse Day Again. It's February 2nd, and Pinky and Brain traverse to a small town to rig the outcome of Woodchuck Day in a plan to take over the world, only for Brain to discover that he's caught in a time loop. But the megalomaniacal mouse decides to take advantage of the situation by using trial and error in his efforts of global conquest. Content Warning: This episode i...
2023-07-311h 31Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastNapoleon BrainaparteObsequious! Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) discuss the seventh episode of the Pinky and The Brain spin-off, Napoleon Brainaparte! In this history-based cartoon, the mice initially try to conquer France by way of an exploding Crepe Suzette. But when Brain is mistaken for Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte, he hops on the opportunity to take the easy road to domination. Contact Us!Email: thepoitcast@gmail.comTwitter: @poitcastTumblr: poitcast.tumblr.comCover Art by @mygames19Opening Theme Song arranged by ComposerrClosing Theme Song arranged by Ian Knowles
2023-07-011h 26Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastFantasy & Mad Mouse: Furry RoadFasten your seatbelts, because Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) are here to discuss the two Pinky and The Brain segments from Season Three, Episode Four of the Animaniacs Reboot; Fantasy and Mad Mouse: Furry Road! Fantasy is a cute little cold open in which the mice interact with The Warners in a quaint Lord of the Rings spoof. Mad Mouse: Furry Road follows Brain's plan to hoard enough water for the future but is pitted against another megalomaniac. Timestamps0:00 - Introductions, Mistakes1:30 - Fantasy13:40 - Mad Mouse: Furry Road1:03:00 - Narf Ratings, W...
2023-06-101h 07Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastTV or Not TVJoin Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) as they discuss the sixth episode of the Pinky and The Brain spin-off, TV or Not TV! In this episode, Brain has created enchanted dentures that will instantly charm those he comes across (so long as they don't wear sunglasses) and decides to nab his own television sitcom so he could expose his magical grin to the masses. On the way, Brain builds up his fame by becoming a successful insult comic. Contact Us!Email: thepoitcast@gmail.comTwitter: @poitcastTumblr: poitcast.tumblr.comCover A...
2023-05-141h 11Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastTalladega Mice: The Ballad of Pinky BrainyJoin Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) as they discuss the third Pinky and The Brain segment from season three of the Animaniacs Reboot, Talladega Mice: The Ballad of Pinky Brainy! In this episode, Brain and Pinky infiltrate the robotics lab at Acme Institute of Technology to steal a tiny robotic car only to find themselves navigating a high-stakes maze. Tune in as we discuss this comedic gem and also delve into other topics, such as our brief thoughts on The Brain Teaches World Domination, Mouse Trap, and two fascinating lab experiments that are reflective of two beloved PATB...
2023-04-091h 13Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastBrainaniaJoin Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) as they discuss the fifth episode of the Pinky and The Brain spin-off, Brainania! This episode chronicles the mice's efforts in obtaining over fourteen billion dollars in financial aid by posing as a fake country so they can fund a scheme involving a giant clothes dryer. Tune in as we also discuss such fascinating topics as The Fjord of Pinky and how Brainania is similar to Phineas and Ferb's Doofania. Contact Us!Email: thepoitcast@gmail.comTwitter: @poitcastTumblr: poitcast.tumblr.comCover Art by @m...
2023-03-2155 minPoitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastHow To: Friendship & Royal FlushJoin Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) as they begin their discussion of the third and final season of Animaniacs (2020) with the first two Pinky and The Brain segments of the season: How To: Friendship and Royal Flush! How To: Friendship is the second installment in Pinky's How To tutorials as he shows his viewers the highs and lows of his friendship with Brain. Royal Flush chronicles Brain's attempts of achieving his claim to the British throne by way of winning a poker game, as well as Pinky feeling like a foreigner in England (despite having a cockney accent...
2023-03-081h 36Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastInterview with John P. McCannIn this episode, Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) interview Animaniacs, Pinky and The Brain, and Freakazoid writer John P. McCann! In this discussion, McCann highlights his time in the improv scene, discusses his contributions to Animaniacs and Pinky and The Brain, and shares some anecdotes involving Paul Rugg and WB Features in the late 1990s. John P. McCann's Social Media:https://twitter.com/JohnPMcCann2https://writeenough.blogspot.com/Contact Us!Email: thepoitcast@gmail.comTwitter: @poitcastTumblr: poitcast.tumblr.comCover Art by @mygames19Op...
2023-02-1643 minPoitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastAnimaniacs (2020) Season Three Final Trailer ReactionJoin Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) as they discuss the final trailer for the third and final season of the Animaniacs Reboot! Timestamps: 0:00 - Introductions, News, Mistakes, Listener Message17:50 - Trailer Discussion1:02:00 - Season Three Poster Discussion1:07:57 - Listener Reactions to the Trailer/Hopes for Season Three1:39:31 - Contact Information, OutroContact Us!Email: thepoitcast@gmail.comTwitter: @poitcastTumblr: poitcast.tumblr.comCover Art by @mygames19Opening Theme Song arranged by ComposerrClosing Theme Song arranged by Ian Knowles
2023-02-011h 42Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastAnimaniacs Season Three Ads & Bonus MaterialTime to ring in the new year with a special bonus episode! Firstly, Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) will discuss the three Christmas-themed ads for season three of the Animaniacs Reboot. Then we'll share some audio that was trimmed out of our review of A Pinky and the Brain Christmas. The first lengthy tangent centers around the filming of Paul Blart: Mall Cop, while the second tangent focuses on Disney's The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Also, if you have any thoughts regarding the third and final season of Animaniacs (2020), feel free to send us an email, t...
2023-01-1736 minPoitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastA Pinky and The Brain ChristmasThis is the big one folks. Join Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) as they discuss the eighth episode of the Pinky and The Brain spin-off "A Pinky and The Brain Christmas"! In this Emmy-winning episode, Brain plans to distribute his hypnotic dolls on Christmas by infiltrating Santa's Workshop at the North Pole while Pinky tries to send his letter to Santa. We'll discuss some interesting milestones and fun facts about this episode and sing our praises for its emotional conclusion. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!Timestamps: 0:00 - Introductions, Listener Message3:12 - A Pi...
2022-12-242h 07Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastPinky and The Fog, Where No Mouse Has Gone Before & Cheese Roll CallIn this episode, Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) discuss the fourth episode of the Pinky and The Brain spin-off! Pinky and The Fog follows the mice as they try to infiltrate a radio station in 1932 New York City. Where No Mouse Has Gone Before chronicles Brain's efforts to trick alien life forces into thinking that he is the leader of Earth. And Cheese Roll Call is a Pinky-centric song number about his love for cheese. Additionally, Pines and Pluto will also discuss the teaser trailer for the third and final season of the Animaniacs Reboot. Timestamps:
2022-12-141h 20Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastInterview with Tom Ruegger (Part Two)In this episode, Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) continue their interview with Animaniacs and Pinky and The Brain creator Tom Ruegger! In addition to answering some questions, Ruegger gives us an exclusive deep dive into his only writing credits for the infamous Pinky, Elmyra, and The Brain series. Tom Ruegger's Social Mediahttp://cartoonatics.blogspot.com/https://twitter.com/tomrueggerhttps://instagram.com/rueggertContact Us!Email: thepoitcast@gmail.comTwitter: @poitcastTumblr: poitcast.tumblr.comCover Art by @mygames19Opening Theme Song arr...
2022-12-0348 minPoitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastInterview with Tom Ruegger (Part One)In this episode, Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) interview Animaniacs and Pinky and The Brain creator Tom Ruegger! In this discussion, Ruegger highlights the creative process behind many of the Pinky and The Brain cartoons on Animaniacs, the genesis of the spin-off, and throwing shade at The WB. Tom Ruegger's Social Media:http://cartoonatics.blogspot.com/https://twitter.com/tomrueggerhttps://instagram.com/rueggertContact Us!Email: thepoitcast@gmail.comTwitter: @poitcastTumblr: poitcast.tumblr.comCover Art by @mygames19Opening Theme Song ar...
2022-11-151h 18Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastTokyo Grows, That Smarts & Brainstem with WimsieIn this episode, Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) are joined by their special guest Wimsie to discuss the third episode of the Pinky and The Brain spin-off! Tokyo Grows follows the mice as they attempt to stage an epic kaiju battle only to be interrupted by the legendary giant monster Gollyzilla. That Smarts has Brain increasing Pinky's intelligence so they could be able to take over the world, but things don't go as planned when Pinky is proven to be smarter than Brain. And closing out the episode is Brainstem, a charming musical segment in which Brain educates...
2022-10-281h 24Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastOf Mouse and ManJoin Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) as they discuss the second episode of the Pinky and The Brain spin-off Of Mouse and Man! In this episode, Brain funds his latest plan for world domination by obtaining an office job at a large corporation where he will stage a hideous workplace accident and sue the company for workers' compensation. Content Warning: This episode does delve into the topic of sexual harassment.Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction, News, Mistakes7:40 - Of Mouse and Man40:07 - Firsts and Fun Facts1:03:25 - Thoughts on the Episode
2022-10-071h 27Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastDas MouseSo we begin our discussion of the Pinky and The Brain spin-off (just in time for the show's 27th Anniversary!) with our review of Das Mouse. In this pilot episode, Brain and Pinky plan to hold a pancake jamboree so they can feed hypnotic pancakes to the masses, but the mice need an additional ingredient: white crab meat located at the hull of the Titanic. So they go on a sea-faring adventure to obtain the last ingredient. Join Mary Jo (Pines) and Kelie (Pluto) as they discuss some fun facts pertaining to the episode and highlight some of their...
2022-09-101h 28Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastTop Ten PATB Segments from Animaniacs (1993)In this episode, Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) are counting down their top ten favorite Pinky and The Brain cartoons from the original run of Animaniacs! Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction1:47 - Episode Recap23:39 - Least Favorites and Honorable Mentions35:10 - Top Ten PATB Segments1:48:53 - Contact Information & OutroContact Us!Email: thepoitcast@gmail.comTwitter: @poitcastTumblr: poitcast.tumblr.comCover Art by @mygames19Opening Theme Song arranged by ComposerrClosing Theme Song arranged by Ian Knowles
2022-08-251h 51Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastInterview with Brian MitchellIn this special episode, Mary Jo and Kellie have an interview session with Animaniacs storyboard artist Brian Mitchell, as he discusses what inspired him to become an animator and his time in the animation industry. Listen in as he highlights his work on Ralph Bakshi's Mighty Mouse: The New Adventures to storyboarding on the classic Animaniacs cartoon Yakko's World! Check out Brian's podcast The Cartoonerific Podcast!Website: http://www.cartoonerific.com/podcast Listen to the Podcast Here: https://cartoonerific.buzzsprout.com/ Contact Us!Email: thepoitcast@gmail.comTwitter: @poitcast
2022-08-051h 57Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastThe Brain's Apprentice & More!It took a little over a year, but we finally made it! This is the last episode in which we'll cover every Pinky and The Brain segment from the original Animaniacs! Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) will first run down the various cameos the mice appeared in throughout the show. Afterward, we'll review the crossover cartoons Pinky and The Ralph (in which Pinky tries to do something with his new cage mate) and The Pitter Patter of Little Feet (in which Brain disguises himself as a baby to access the Rockefeller fortune only to be in the care...
2022-07-221h 28Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastDon't Tread On Us & Hercules UnwoundOn this Fourth of July, Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) will cover one Independence Day-themed Pinky and The Brain cartoon (as well as one Hercules parody). Don't Tread On Us follows the mice as they try to replace the Declaration of Independence with the Declaration of Obedience, while Hercules Unwound features the mice in Ancient Greece as Brain tries to steal Zeus's lightning bolt. In addition to covering these cartoons, we will also discuss American History, Time Squad, a bunch of bad Hercules movies, and one Animaniacs-related anecdote. Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction11:54 - Don't T...
2022-07-041h 38Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastTop Five PATB Segments from Animaniacs (2020) Season TwoIn this special episode of Poitcast, Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) have met up in Los Angeles, California to discuss their opinions on Animaniacs (2020) Season Two and highlight their top five favorite Pinky and The Brain segments from that season!Timestamps0:00 - Introduction3:10 - Thoughts on Season Two5:20 - Favorite and Least Favorite Warners/Misc. Segments18:10 - Pinky and The Brain Segment Plot Synopses25:20 - Least Favorite PATB Segments32:35 - Honorable Mentions 38:10 - Top Five Favorite PATB Segments1:06:10 - Listener Responses, Word of the Day, Contact Info and S...
2022-06-191h 20Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastCranial CrusaderJoin Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) as they discuss the last Pinky and The Brain cartoon from the first season of the original Animaniacs, Cranial Crusader! In this affectionate Batman parody, the mice decide to become costumed vigilantes to thwart an elusive criminal with a penchant for music so they dethrone the Caped Opossum and use their superhero status to take over the world. In addition, Pines and Pluto will also drop some interesting fun facts pertaining to the episode. Contact Us!Email: thepoitcast@gmail.comTwitter: @poitcastTumblr: poitcast.tumblr.com
2022-06-1455 minPoitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastMeet John BrainDISCLAIMER: It has come to our attention on July 13th, 2024 that Kyle Carrozza was arrested for child pornography. Myself and Kellie feel betrayed. He has been blocked and is no longer welcome on the podcast. We do not condone his actions and our hearts go out to the victims he hurt. Join Mary Jo (Pines), Kellie (Pluto) and guest Kyle Carrozza (creator of the Cartoon Network series Mighty Magiswords) as they discuss Meet John Brain! This political cartoon follows Brain's presidential campaign. Timestamp:0:00 - Introduction2:25 - Interview with Kyle16:51 - Me...
2022-05-251h 13Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastBrain Meets Brawn & The Helpinki Formula (with Nini)Join Mary Jo (Pines), Kellie (Pluto), and their special guest Nini as they talk about the next batch of Pinky and The Brain cartoons from the original Animaniacs! Brain Meets Brawn is an amusing Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde parody that has Brain consume the infamous potion so he could enact his plan to overthrow the British Empire. The Helpinki Formula follows Pinky and Brain as they advertise their shrinking formula on an infomercial program. In addition to reviewing these episodes, we'll go over some other memorable Jekyll and Hyde references and the strange world of infomercials!
2022-05-142h 04Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastYes, AlwaysWe know a remote podcast on the internet, hosted by Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto). Every other week, a new episode grows there. Well lovely listeners, we finally arrived at one of the most memorable Pinky and The Brain cartoons. Join us, and our awesome returning guest Spencer (Coin), as we review and discuss the 12th PATB short Yes, Always. This episode ditches the typical world domination shenanigans and showcases The Brain having to complete some ADR work on a cartoon about peas, all while complaining about Pinky's direction. Join us as we discuss our favorite m...
2022-04-271h 14Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastThe Prisoner's Dilemma & Narf Over Troubled WaterThe Poitcast has finally reached the last leg of the Animaniacs Reboot Season Two discussion. Join Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) as they review the last Pinky and The Brain segments of this season. The Prisoner's Dilemma has the mice being kidnapped by a supervillain to a peculiar town populated by folks in hats and striped sweaters (again), and Narf Over Troubled features Pinky and Brain becoming a popular folk music group as part of their world domination scheme. Additionally, these episodes will bring about discussions on callbacks to a certain PATB three-part epic, Simon and Garfunkel, and t...
2022-04-121h 49Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastWhen Mice Ruled The Earth & Tom Minton Written InterviewThe Poitcast is back with another special episode! Join Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) as they review the Animaniacs segment "When Mice Ruled The Earth", which follows the mice as they try to alter the course of history so that mice will become the dominant species. Additionally, the hosts are delighted to share a recent written interview they conducted with Tom Minton, who is the main inspiration for The Brain and wrote for Animaniacs, Pinky and The Brain, and Tiny Toons Adventures. Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction and Addressing Mistakes3:06 - When Mice Ruled The Ea...
2022-03-2749 minPoitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastMouse Madness & Reichenbrain FallsThe Poitcast are continuing their discussion of the Pinky and The Brain segments from Season Two of the Animaniacs Reboot, as they dive into Mouse Madness and Reichenbrain Falls! Mouse Madness follows Brain's time travel shenanigans and the several versions of Pinky he encounters along the way, while Reichenbrain Falls has the mice receive a surprise visit from Julia, Brain's latest rival. Join Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) as they dole out some trivia, gush about their favorite moments, and share their opinions on these episodes. Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction1:16 - Mouse Madness, Firsts, F...
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Éveille ta VillePolitique : habiter un laboratoire des possibles - EUtopiaComment et par qui sont produites les lois - quand il y en a - qui régissent les communautés autonomes ? De quelle manière sont gérés les conflits ? Quelles relations ces micro-sociétés entretiennent-elles avec le territoire dans lequel elles s’inscrivent, à l’échelle d’une municipalité ou d’un Etat, par exemple ? Pour en savoir plus sur les systèmes politiques des communautés autonomes, nous avons traversé la mer Baltique en direction de Copenhague, à la découverte de Christiania. Christiania, c’est une communauté gigantesque : environ 35 hectares de nature et de constructions insolit...
2022-02-2840 minPoitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastThe World Can Wait (with BlackGeekyGirl)Poit! I like your toenails! Join hosts Mary Jo (Pines), Kellie (Pluto), and BlackGeekyGirl as they discuss The World Can Wait! In this episode, Brain decides to put aside his desire for global conquest in favor of wooing fellow lab mouse Billie. However, when Billie is enamored with Pinky, he and Brain work together to ensure that Billie falls for the mousey egghead. Additionally, we will give out some cool trivia, our opinions on this episode and some of the other characters on Animaniacs. Time Stamps: 0:00 - Introduction9:25 - Email11:19 - The World Ca...
2022-02-261h 29
Éveille ta VilleCulture : penser la place des arts - EUtopiaQuelle relation les communautés autonomes entretiennent-elles avec les arts ? Quels rapports peuvent unir culture et écologie ? S’agit-il de répliquer la culture telle qu’on la trouve à l’extérieur, ou bien d’en réinventer les principes ? Pour le savoir, nous avons mis le cap sur Berlin. Au cœur de la capitale allemande, nous y avons découvert l’ufaFabrik, une communauté de 35 résidents dans laquelle les arts occupent une place prépondérante. Pour cause, il s’agit également d'un centre culturel international, accueillant plus de 200 000 visiteurs par an entre ses murs. Théâtre, comédie...
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Éveille ta VilleÉconomie : le choix de la résilience - EUtopiaComment partager équitablement les biens, les ressources et les services, dans le cadre d’une communauté autonome ? Le travail doit-il être rémunéré ou fonctionner sur la base du volontariat ? Vaut-il mieux recourir au troc, se baser sur le don ? Et si une monnaie circule, quelle devise choisir ? En quête d’éléments de réponse, nous avons mis le cap sur Damanhur, une fédération de communautés internationale dont le berceau se situe dans les Alpes italiennes, à 1 heure de Turin. Un endroit déconcertant, imprégné d’art et de spiritualité, où plus de 500 personnes...
2022-02-1936 min
Éveille ta VilleRessources : sobriété et inventivité énergétique - EUtopiaComment atteindre l’auto-suffisance énergétique ? Quel rapport peuvent entretenir la technologie et l’écologie au travers des énergies renouvelables ? Quels sont les atouts et les contraintes de chaque méthode et qui se charge de gérer ces ressources, dans le cadre de communautés autonomes ?Pour en savoir plus, nous avons cédé à l’appel du désert en voyageant jusqu’au sud-est de l’Espagne, dans la région aride d’Almeria. Au creux des montagnes scintillantes de sélénite, nous avons rencontré les membres de Sunseed Desert Technology : une communauté tout droit issue des 80’s qui, pl...
2022-02-1735 minPoitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastHappy Narfday & Plight of Hand (with Spencer)Narf up, narf down, narf it all around, it's a new episode of Poitcast! Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) are joined by friend of the podcast, Spencer (2oppositesidesof1coin) as they discuss the next batch of episodes from season two of the Animaniacs reboot! Happy Narfday chronicles the day in which Brain is forced to celebrate Pinky's birthday. Plight of Hand tells the tale of how Pinky's hands gained sentience and Brain tries to use them to his advantage. Join your hosts and their guest as they highlight their favorite moments, interesting trivia, and even discuss the power...
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Éveille ta VilleAlimentation : les voies de l'agriculture vertueuse - EUtopiaComment atteindre l’autonomie alimentaire ? Quel modèle agricole peut permettre à une communauté autonome d’approcher l’autosuffisance ? Des techniques comme l’agroécologie et la permaculture sont-elles viables, pour associer le respect de l’humain et de la terre à un rendement capable de nourrir toutes les bouches ? Pour étudier ces questions, nous aurions pu partir à la découverte du potager de n’importe quel éco-village. Pourtant, c’est la ZAD de Notre-Dame-des-Landes qui a attiré notre curiosité. Considérée comme le théâtre du plus ancien conflit environnemental de France, cette ancienne “Zone à Défendre” fournit un exemple saisissa...
2022-01-3137 minPoitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastPuppet Rulers with Barry CaldwellBig Ears, Noodle Noggin! Big Ears, Noodle Noggin! Join hosts Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto), and Animanacs Director/PATB Storyboard Artist Barry Caldwell as they discuss Puppet Rulers! In this episode, Pinky and Brain become the breakout stars on a children's puppet show in an elaborate scheme to take over the world. Additionally, Pines and Pluto will be interviewing the episode's director, who shares his many fascinating anecdotes on his time at Warner Bros. Animation as well as other shows and movies he worked on. Time Stamps: 0:00 - Introduction3:01 - Puppet Rulers 48:49 - I...
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Éveille ta VilleÉco-construction : l'habitat dans tous ses états - EUtopiaComment construit-on de quoi loger tous les résidents d’une communauté autonome ? Quels matériaux, quelles techniques de construction employer, pour allier respect de l’humain et de l’environnement ? Quel impact la proximité de notre logement avec la nature peut-elle avoir sur notre qualité de vie ? Pour le savoir, nous avons traversé les paysages enneigés de Hongrie jusqu’à Biofalu Máriahalom, une communauté hongroise située à 2h de Budapest. Un laboratoire de l’éco-construction jalonné d’architectures hétéroclites dont nous avons tenté de capter la philosophie au travers de notre micro. Une relation sing...
2022-01-2735 minPoitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastThe Pinktator & Mouse CongenialityThe Poitcast are continuing their discussion of the Pinky and The Brain segments from Animaniacs (2020) Season Two as they review The Pinktator and Mouse Congeniality. The Pinktator follows the mice as they attend a dinner for dictators, while Mouse Congeniality has Pinky entering a beauty pageant in the same building where Brain plans to infiltrate a world leaders' summit. Join Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) as they review these segments, point out some interesting facts and references, and highlight their favorite moments.
2022-01-121h 17Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastRun Pinky Run & How To: Brain Takes Over the WorldThe Poitcast is back again, and this time we're going to talk about the Pinky and The Brain segments from episodes three and four of Animaniacs (2020) Season Two! Run Pinky Run has Pinky going through multiple time loops while on a quest to obtain $100,000 in order to rescue Brain from some goons. How To: Brain Takes Over the World follows Brain in his latest money-making scheme, which is told through the perspective of Pinky's tutorial videos. Join Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) as they review and discuss these segments and delve into their favorite moments. So be sure...
2021-12-141h 15Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastSpell-BoundGrab your magic wand and lute as we journey through Spell-Bound! In this episode, Brain decides to take over the world through a magic spell from Merlin's Spell Book. After losing the last key ingredient, Pinky and Brain must journey to the Murkey Mountains to retrieve a toenail from the Red Dragon. Will they succeed? But more importantly, will Pinky ever find a rhyme for his version of Greensleeves? Join Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) as they discuss the first half-hour Pinky and The Brain cartoon!
2021-11-3055 minPoitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastBackwards Pinky & The Flawed CoupleAfter months of anticipation, Season Two of the Animaniacs Revival has dropped! Join Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) as they discuss the first two Pinky and The Brain segments of season two! Backwards Pinky has Brain and Pinky becoming conjoined after a teleportation mishap and how they have to work together to become separated. The Flawed Coupled explores the mice's history in show business as they starred in a string of failed television pilots over the years before they made their big break on the original Animaniacs. Contact us!Email: thepoitcast@gmail.comT...
2021-11-171h 14Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastBubba Bo Bob Brain, In the Garden of Mindy, Pinky and the Cat & Season 2 DiscussionHowdy, you all. The Poitcast is back for another jam-packed episode! This time, Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) will discuss three Pinky and The Brain segments as well as discuss the trailer and episode descriptions for season two of the Animaniacs reboot! In Bubba Bo Bob Brain, Brain decides to become a country music star to spread his subliminal message. Afterward, the mice are separated in their own crossover cartoons; In the Garden of Mindy has Brain enlisting Mindy in his latest plan for world domination. Pinky and The Cat showcases what it would be like if Rita...
2021-11-022h 01Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastInterview with Scott O'Brien and Genevieve Tsai (Animaniacs 2020)Animaniacs (2020) season two is set to premiere on November 5th, and to add some fuel to the excitement, The Poitcast has welcomed director Scott O'Brien and lead character designer Genevieve Tsai on the podcast! Join hosts Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) as Scott and Genevieve discuss the production process on the reboot, indulge in some behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and answer some listener questions!And if you love the Animaniacs Reboot, Scott and Genevieve also worked on Tom and Jerry Time, which is set to premiere at some point in 2022!Contact us!Email: thepoitcast...
2021-10-182h 08Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastJockey For Position (with Lenord Robinson)We're off to the races! Join hosts Mary Jo (Pines), Kellie (Pluto), and Animaniacs Director (and Kellie's Dad) Lenord Robinson as they discuss Jockey For Position! Brain becomes a Jockey in order to the prize money to fund his latest scheme, and Pinky becomes enamored with a certain racehorse. In addition to reviewing the episode, Pines and Pluto will be interviewing the episode's director, who speaks out about his time working for Warner Bros. Animation in the 1990s. Contact us!Email: thepoitcast@gmail.com Twitter: @poitcastTumblr: poitcast.tumblr.comCover Art...
2021-10-052h 09Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastOpportunity KnoxWe're in the money, for it's time to talk about Opportunity Knox! In this episode, Brain and Pinky plan to raid Fort Knox of its gold, and they engage in some wacky road trip shenanigans. Join hosts Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) as they discuss the fifth Pinky and The Brain segment on Animaniacs, highlight some significant cameos, and present some special guests they plan to interview in the upcoming episodes. Cultural References Guide to Animaniacs (CRGA) www.keeper1st.com/toons/crga2.txt Bunches of References Accumulated In a Nutshell (B.R.A.I...
2021-09-211h 15Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastPavlov's Mice (with Caroline Herlihy)After a month-long hiatus, Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) are back and ready to talk about Pavlov's Mice! Set in early twentieth-century Russia, Pinky and Brain are lab mice for Ivan Pavlov, who has conditioned them to perform song and dance numbers whenever they hear a bell and gong respectively. While Brain is determined to steal the crown jewels from Tsar Nicholas II's winter palace during the Lunar Eclipse, he and Pinky face some inconvenient obstacles along the way. Join hosts Pines, Pluto, and their first guest as they review the fourth Pinky and The Brain segment on A...
2021-09-0745 minPoitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastBattle for the PlanetLovely listeners, this is no hoax! It's time to talk about "Battle for the Planet"! Orson Welles's reading of War of the Worlds brought upon some waves of panic and inspired Brain to pirate the television airwaves and stage a fake alien invasion (with Pinky as the most adorable alien)! Join hosts Pines and Pluto as they review the third Pinky and The Brain segment on Animaniacs and drop some fun facts pertaining to twentieth century pop culture.*Poitcast will be taking a brief hiatus for the remainder of August because Kellie and her fiance Sam will...
2021-08-171h 01Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastWhere Rodents DareGrab your military snare drums, it's time to talk about "Where Rodents Dare"! Brain plans to infiltrate a summit meeting in a secluded castle perched atop the Swiss Alps and freeze the world leaders, but he and Pinky overcome several obstacles during their mission. Join Pines and Pluto as they discuss this overlooked gem in the original Animaniacs, gush over fashionable mice, and confess their ignorance in regards to classic war movies. Contact us!Twitter: @poitcastTumblr: poitcast.tumblr.com Email us: thepoitcast@gmail.com Cover Art by @mygames19Opening Theme Son...
2021-08-031h 02Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastWin BigAt last, Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) have reached the very first Pinky and The Brain segment on Animaniacs! Join your hosts as they cover the mice's first attempt at world domination, or rather, their first get-rich-quick scheme in "Win Big"!Contact us!Twitter: @poitcastTumblr: poitcast.tumblr.com Email us: thepoitcast@gmail.com Cover Art by @mygames19Opening Theme Song arranged by Ian Knowles
2021-07-201h 08Poitcast - A Pinky and The Brain PodcastPilotIf you love Pinky and The Brain, then boy do we have a podcast for you! Poitcast is an unofficial Pinky and The Brain podcast, where hosts Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) will review every single episode Pinky and The Brain starred in across four different animated series (Animaniacs, Pinky and The Brain, Pinky Elmyra and The Brain, & the Animaniacs Reboot).Before they embark on their quest to discuss every episode Pinky and The Brain ever appeared in, Pines and Pluto will briefly go over the history of the previously mentioned shows, talk about their own...
2021-07-0651 min