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Animation FascinationEpisode 135: Supermanimation | 85 Years of Superman Animation (ft. Adam Hlavac)"Look up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's Superman!"From the groundbreaking Fleischer Studios shorts of 1941 to today’s modern takes, Superman has had an incredible journey in animation. In this episode of Animation Fascination, we explore 85 years of the Man of Steel on screen, examining iconic moments, legendary voice actors, and the evolution of Superman’s animated legacy. It's up, up, and away as hosts Marc Vibbert & Stanford Clark are joined by special guest Adam Hlavac (of Heroes Reforged and Glorious Nightmares).Join us as we celebr...
2025-08-1554 min
The Richmond Way: A "Ted Lasso" Rewatch PodcastProduction Begins in KC: TED LASSO Podcasters Talk Season 4 | BONUS CROSSOVER EPISODE"We're not in Richmond anymore.”BONUS EPISODE | Production Begins on TED LASSO Season 4 Season 4 Begins in KC. Podcasts Unite. Hopes & Hot Takes Fly.; In this special episode of The Richmond Way, we team up with Craig McFarland from Peanut Butter and Biscuits as he leads a lively roundtable discussion about TED LASSO Season 4 officially kicking off production in Kansas City, MO!Joining the conversation are the Lasso League of podcast favorites and fellow AFC Richmond lovers: Dr. Mark Shapiro from Med Lasso (Ex...
2025-07-2845 min
Animation FascinationEpisode 134: Pixar's Elio | Review"Unique can sometimes feel like alone."Marc Vibbert and co-host Stanford Clark are joined by guest host Ted Sowards for a cosmic deep dive into Pixar’s 2025 sci-fi adventure, ELIO.From alien abductions to intergalactic diplomacy, this film explores childhood, identity, and the wonders of the universe — all through the eyes of eleven-year-old Elio Solís.(Recorded: Thursday, June 26th, 2025)Main TopicDisney-Pixar's ELIO🎧 Whether you’re a Pixar fan, a fan of ali...
2025-06-2759 min
Animation FascinationEpisode 133: DreamWorks' How to Train Your Dragon (2025) | Review"You just gestured to all of me! [but in live-action]"In this fire-breathing episode of Animation Fascination, host Marc Vibbert is joined by guest host Ted Sowards to take flight into the highly anticipated(?) live-action adaptation of HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON (2025). Directed by Dean DeBlois and featuring an all-new cast alongside Gerard Butler reprising his iconic role as Stoick the Vast, the film reimagines the beloved Viking-and-dragon tale with breathtaking visuals, sweeping music, and heart at its core.We explore how this new vision captures the spirit of the or...
2025-06-171h 21
Animation FascinationEpisode 132: The Third Floor's Predator - Killer of Killers | Review"Go forth among the stars and seek only the strongest prey. They shall be your trophy."In this episode of Animation Fascination, hosts Marc Vibbert and Stanford Clark take a deep dive into the new adult animated science fiction action horror film PREDATOR: KILLER OF KILLERS. Directed by Dan Trachtenberg (Prey) and co-directed by Joshua Wassung, the film spans centuries of human history — from Viking warriors in 841, to samurai brothers in 1609 Japan, to WWII fighter pilots in 1942 — all locked in deadly encounters with the galaxy’s fiercest hunters.Blending intense action...
2025-06-1150 min
Animation FascinationEpisode 131: Not Just A Goof: The Untold Story of A Goofy Movie | Interview with Directors Christopher Ninness, Eric Kimelton & Kevin Lima"The Untold Story of 'A Goofy Movie'."In this special episode of Animation Fascination, host Marc Vibbert sits down with filmmakers Christopher Ninness and Eric Kimelton, the directing duo behind the brand-new Disney+ documentary NOT JUST A GOOF, along with legendary director Kevin Lima, who brought A GOOFY MOVIE to life back in 1995.NOT JUST A GOOF uncovers the emotional, funny, and sometimes rocky journey behind the making of A GOOFY MOVIE —a film that may have been overlooked when it premiered but has since grown into a beloved cult class...
2025-04-0653 min
Animation FascinationEpisode 130: Marvel Animation's Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man | The Complete First Season (ft. Hector Navarro)"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 adaptation...
2025-02-271h 09
The Holdo ManeuverEPISODE LXXXI — STAR WARS: SKELETON CREW | Season One (Review)"Can't Say I Remember No At Attin."
Chart a course for adventure! This week on THE HOLDO MANEUVER, host Marc Vibbert is joined by guest host Kenny Madison (TREK WARS) to break down the first season of STAR WARS: SKELETON CREW!
Join us as we navigate the high-stakes journey of Wim, a dreamer caught between heroism and survival, and his unlikely crew—Fern, the sharp-witted leader; Neel, the moral compass; KB, the tech genius; and SM-33, the enigmatic droid with secrets of its own. Plus, we di...
2025-01-311h 09
Animation FascinationEpisode 129: 2024 | End of Year Recap"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 misch...
2025-01-011h 01
The Holdo ManeuverEPISODE LXXX — LEGO STAR WARS: REBUILD THE GALAXY (Review)"DARTH JAR JAR?!?!"
In this episode of The Holdo Maneuver, Mike and Marc channel their inner Force Builders to dive into the hilariously chaotic world of LEGO STAR WARS: REBUILD THE GALAXY!
Join us as we follow the journey of young nerf-herder Sig Greebling, who accidentally reshapes the entire galaxy after discovering the mysterious Cornerstone. With characters like Jedi Master Bobarian Afol ("Bob"), Darth Devastator, and even a talking Gonk droid named Servo, this story is as heartwarming as brick-busting fun.
We discuss the...
2024-11-2642 min
The Richmond Way: A "Ted Lasso" Rewatch PodcastTED LASSO Fans Unite: Thundergong! 2024 Highlights and Stories | BONUS LIVE EPISODE“November 9th, 2024 | Uptown Theater | Kansas City, MO”
BONUS EPISODE | Thundergong! 2024 Recap
Join host Marc Vibbert and an incredible lineup of guests as they share their unique perspectives and experiences from Thundergong! 2024:
Chip Hamilton – TED LASSO Coordinating Producer and behind-the-scenes expert
Alice Lin – Creator of “Ted Lasso Rocks,” & the human embodiment of “The Lasso Way”
Tori Weber – Co-Host of “They’re Soulmates: A ‘Ted Lasso’ Podcast“
Megan Bradley – Supporter of Steps of Faith Foundation & TED LASSO Superfan
Marnie Stockman – Co-Host/Co-Writer of “Lead it Like Lasso,” exploring leadership lessons from TED LASSO
This year’s Thundergong! 2024 for the Steps of...
2024-11-261h 05
The Holdo ManeuverEPISODE LXXIX — THE PATTERSON CUT | AHSOKA (Interview with Kai Patterson)"What was the Jedi's favorite brand of squirt gun in the 90s? Ah-Supa-Soka."
In this episode of The Holdo Maneuver, returning guest Kai Patterson joins Mike and Marc for an in-depth discussion about Kai’s fan re-edit of the Disney+ series AHSOKA. Kai spent nearly 10 months creating a more concise, 2.5-hour movie interpretation of the show, including 115 visual effects shots!
Hear how his deep love for Star Wars drove him to make both small and big changes, all aimed at telling the story in a...
2024-10-2453 min
Animation FascinationEpisode 127: D23 Expo 2024"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 fi...
2024-08-282h 05
The Holdo ManeuverEPISODE LXXVIII — SDCC & D23 Expo 2024 News + THE SKELETON CREW (Trailer Breakdown)"What if you could go anywhere you wanted in the whole galaxy? A real adventure."
Join us for a thrilling episode of The Holdo Maneuver Podcast, where Mike and Marc are unpacking all the biggest STAR WARS news from SAN DIEGO COMIC CON & D23 EXPO 2024! This week, we're joined by two incredible guests: Justin Gyorfi (from RANT TO THE FUTURE) and Stanford Clark (from Animation Fascination & Movies: Past and Present.)
🚀 What You'll Discover:
- SKELETON CREW Exclusive First Look: Dive into the all-new trailer, set to premiere on Disney+ on December 3, 2024. We’ll break down the b...
2024-08-251h 26
The Holdo ManeuverEPISODE LXXVII — So What Exactly is Canon in STAR WARS Now? (Discussion)"Train yourself to let go of everything you fear to lose."
Join Mike & Marc (with guests Adam Molloy & from "The Saga Continues," Paul Hermann) on this episode of The Holdo Maneuver as we take aim at the galaxy's biggest debate: Has Disney really broken STAR WARS canon?
We debunk the grifters Star Wars Theories and set the record straight before you go nerdrotic, diving deep into the decisions behind the canon reset, how the Lucasfilm Story Group ensures continuity, and why new additions to the saga respect the lore we've all come...
2024-08-121h 16
Animation FascinationEpisode 126: My Adventures with Superman | The Complete Second Season (Review)"I’ve spent my whole life being told who I’m supposed to be. It’s time I decide for myself."
Plot Twists Revealed | Join Marc Vibbert on Animation Fascination as we dive into the thrilling twists of MY ADVENTURES WITH SUPERMAN Season 2!
🎬 We're excited to welcome special guests Vactor from THIS COMIC COOKS! and Frank & Tim from BEER WITH GEEKS for an epic discussion.
This season, Superman faces new challenges from old enemies and surprising allies. The stakes get even higher when a mysterious new family member enters the scene...
2024-07-2432 min
The Holdo ManeuverEPISODE LXXVI — THE ACOLYTE | Season Finale - Episode 8: "The Acolyte" (Review & Recap)"My biggest regret is that I wasn’t able to save you both."
Join hosts Marc and Mike for a thrilling episode of The Holdo Maneuver Podcast as they dive into the epic season one finale of THE ACOLYTE! Welcoming back guests Patrick Cotnoir (from The George Lucas Talk Show) & Stanford Clark (from Animation Fascination/Movies: Past and Present) to break down all the intense moments and shocking revelations.
In this climactic 8th episode, Osha has a vision that sets off a chain of dramatic events. Mae escapes, leading to...
2024-07-221h 24
The Holdo ManeuverEPISODE LXXV — THE ACOLYTE | Episode 7: "Choice" (Review & Recap)"Someday, those noble intentions you all have will destroy every Jedi in the galaxy."
Join hosts Marc and Mike as they delve into the captivating world of THE ACOLYTE with special guests Ralph Apel (from Live Action Star Wars, Getting Lost) and Adam Daniel (of Issue 1 Productions.) In this thrilling episode, they break down Season 1, Episode 7 titled "Choice," where the past and present intertwine on the mysterious planet Brendok.
Also discussed: all the different flavors of STAR WARS available nowadays, Torbin and Sol's choices, the Smoke Monster from LOST...
2024-07-121h 14
The Holdo ManeuverEPISODE LXXIV — PATRICK COTNOIR on 'I'm "George Lucas": A Connor Ratliff Story' and 'The George Lucas Talk Show' | Interview"A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, George Lucas changed movies forever..."
Join hosts Marc and Mike on The Holdo Maneuver as they chat with PATRICK COTNOIR, producer of the documentary I'M "GEORGE LUCAS": A CONNOR RATLIFF STORY and talent booker for THE GEORGE LUCAS TALK SHOW. Discover the journey of comedian Connor Ratliff, who spent five years portraying George Lucas, and hear behind-the-scenes stories from the cult comedy show featuring high-profile guests like "Weird" Al, Seth Meyers, D'Arcy Carden, and Tatiana Maslany.
Patrick speaks on...
2024-07-0858 min
The Holdo ManeuverEPISODE LXXIII — THE ACOLYTE | Episode 6: "Teach/Corrupt" (Review & Recap)“When you lose everything, that’s when you’re finally free.”
Join us for a thrilling deep dive into the Star Wars universe as we explore THE ACOLYTE Episode 6, "Teach/Corrupt." In this episode of The Holdo Maneuver, we navigate the intense aftermath of Episode 5, "Night," with our special guests Kenny Madison and Aspen Webster from the popular TREK WARS podcast.
We'll dissect the intricate events as Osha awakens in a mysterious cave, confronts a cryptic stranger, grapples with the complexities of her past, and a shirtless Qimir. Meanwhile, on the j...
2024-07-051h 29
The Holdo ManeuverEPISODE LXXII — THE ACOLYTE | Episode 5: "Night" (Review & Recap)"We're not defined by what we lose. We're defined by what we survive."
The galaxy's mysteries deepen as we dive into Episode 5 of THE ACOLYTE! Following the intense cliffhanger in Episode 4, "Day," join Marc and Mike on THE HOLDO MANEUVER, along with the insightful Dakota from GEEKRITIQUE, for a live, comprehensive review of all the thrills and twists in Episode 5, "Night."
This action-packed episode delivers shocking revelations and high-stakes confrontations that leave our hosts and guest with plenty to discuss.
Also discussed: bad faith...
2024-06-2859 min
The Holdo ManeuverEPISODE LXXI — THE ACOLYTE | Episode 4: "Day" (Review & Recap)"We're looking for a Wookiee. He's big and hairy. "
Join Marc and Mike on The Holdo Maneuver as they welcome Chris Plastic (of Shiny Plastic People) to delve into THE ACOLYTE, Episode 4, "Day." This episode brings exciting revelations and intense moments.
Highlights:
Kelnacca's Off-Screen Death: Analyzing the impact and potential for future flashbacks.
Ki-Adi-Mundi’s Cameo: The young Jedi Master's surprise appearance and its significance.
Episode Overview:
Journey to Khofar: The serene forest retreat becomes a battleground.
Mae’s Mission: Unpacking her conflicted loyalties and intentions.
Jedi Pursuit: Sol...
2024-06-2053 min
Animation FascinationEpisode 125: Disney•Pixar's Inside Out 2"Maybe that’s what happens when you grow up, you feel less joy."
Welcome back to Animation Fascination with your hosts Marc Vibbert and Stanford Clark! In this episode, we dive deep into Pixar's latest masterpiece, INSIDE OUT 2. Join us as we break down the emotional rollercoaster that is Riley’s mind one year after the events of the original film.
🎙️ What We Discuss:
🧠 Plot Breakdown: From Riley's transition to high school to the chaos in her emotional headquarters, we cover it all!
🧠 Existential Crisis of Emotions: Ho...
2024-06-171h 02
The Holdo ManeuverEPISODE LXX — THE ACOLYTE | Episode 3: "Destiny" (Review & Recap)"This isn’t about good or bad. This is about power and who is allowed to use it."
Join Mike and Marc for an exciting live podcast as they dive into the third episode of Disney+'s THE ACOLYTE! This week, they're joined by special guests Trent Vactor (from the Vactor Verse) and LuchaJohnny (from Geek the F Out), bringing their unique insights and passionate fandom to the table.
Episode 3 | "Destiny"
On a mysterious planet, the tragic journey of two sisters begins.
Al...
2024-06-151h 11
The Holdo ManeuverEPISODE LXVII — STAR WARS on Disney+ | Phoenix Fan Fusion '24 (Live Podcast Recording)"This is where the fun begins..."
Star Wars on Streaming: A Discussion of a Galaxy Far, Far Away on Disney+ | Phoenix Fan Fusion
Step into the captivating universe of STAR WARS on Disney+ with a LIVE PODCAST RECORDING of The Holdo Maneuver!
Filmed and recorded at Phoenix Fan Fusion 2024, join us as we delve into the galaxy far, far away. From the thrilling adventures of THE MANDALORIAN to the nostalgic OBI-WAN KENOBI series, along with the excitement of THE ACOLYTE, AHSOKA, and THE BAD BATCH, o...
2024-06-0459 min
The Richmond Way: A "Ted Lasso" Rewatch PodcastTed Lasso NBC Sports Character Origins | Match 000“No, I’m serious. How’s that offside...I don’t understand it yet.”
How did Ted Lasso go from being an unlikeable, obnoxious "wanker" to the endearing character we all now love? In this inaugural outing of THE RICHMOND WAY, the trio of Bonnie Marie Williams, Michael Sawran, and Marc Vibbert head back to the origins of the character in an Amsterdam comedy club that culminated in the NBC Sports shorts from nearly a decade ago.
They examine how Ted evolved from his depiction across these shorts to what we'd eventually get in the Apple TV+ series, and what jokes...
2024-02-2638 min
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2024-01-2401 min
The Richmond Way: A "Ted Lasso" Rewatch PodcastHannah Waddingham: Home for Christmas | BONUS HOLIDAY EPISODE“If you put in another song, it’s gonna run too long.”
“[chuckles] This is Apple TV. They don’t stop you if you run long.”
Happy Holidays and welcome to the pitch with THE RICHMOND WAY! I do believe we’re not in Kansas anymore! Join hosts Bonnie Marie Williams, Michael Sawran, and Marc Vibbert in this soft launch of the podcast and discussion of HANNAH WADDINGHAM: HOME FOR CHRISTMAS!
Match Highlights: Mike is our resident Roy Kent aka The Grinch when it comes to Christmas songs, what wa...
2023-12-1249 min
Animation FascinationEpisode 114: AF News Edition - September 2023 | Autumn of Animation"Jinkies!"
Welcome back to another AF News Edition episode! This week Stanford and Marc discuss the past few weeks in animation industry news. From VFX and Animation unions being created at different studios, to Marvel Studios' animation series getting new release dates, and Marc binging season two and three of HARLEY QUINN.
Also discussed: trailers for SCOTT PILGRIM TAKES OFF, MIGRATION, INVINCIBLE | SEASON TWO, plus much, much more...
Visit our website for the full lineup of our discussion links.
(recorded on: Sunday, Sep...
2023-11-211h 59
Animation FascinationEpisode 111: Caroline Foley | Animator, Producer, Story Artist, Writer"We are small but mighty!"
In this special interview episode, Marc and Stanford are joined by multi-hyphenate Caroline Foley! Caroline has worked in practically every animation medium from stop motion, to hand-drawn, to computer generated, and more. From her time as a Story Editor for TOCA BOCA, to Development deals with Cartoon Network and Amazon, Animation and character design for RICK AND MORTY, Story artist and animator for BOJACK HORSEMAN, and creating TOASTY TALES.
Also discussed: Caroline's time at CalArts, influences in animation growing up, plus much, much more...
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2023-08-091h 08
Animation FascinationEpisode 110: Warner Brother Animation's Justice League: Warworld"Something isn't right."
Prepare for a journey from the old west, all the way to Shamballah! It's another all-star team-up crossover event bonus episode as Marc is joined by Frank & Tim (from Beer with Geeks) and Trent Vactor (from The Vactor-Verse) in a review of the recently released Tomorrowverse film, JUSTICE LEAGUE: WARWORLD!
Also discussed: narrative floppiness, the past two decades of the DC animated universe, plus much, much more...
Visit our website for the full lineup of our news and trailer discussion links.
(recorded on: Tuesday...
2023-08-0451 min
The Holdo ManeuverBONUS EPISODE — TREK WARS | Ewoks: The Battle for Endor / Star Trek: Amok TimeIn this BONUS EPISODE, Marc and Mike were guests over at TREK WARS with our friends Aspen Webster and Kenny Madison —
"Amok Time (Star Trek: TOS) vs. Ewoks: The Battle for Endor (Star Wars)
We start S2 of Star Trek TOS in style - with our friends Marc Vibbert and Michael Sawran from The Holdo Maneuver Podcast. This epic episode digs deep into guests' relationships with both Star Wars and Star Trek.
Mike and Marc also suffer through Ewoks: The Battle for Endor. Kenny and Aspen talk about Vulcan culture and its synthesizing of "alien" cultures to We...
2023-07-312h 09
Animation FascinationEpisode 109: Warner Brother Animation / Studio Mir's My Adventures with Superman"I'm a normal man having a normal day, starting now."
From Smallville to Metropolis, it's an all-star team-up crossover event bonus episode as Frank & Tim (from Beer with Geeks) and Trent Vactor (from The Vactor-Verse) join Marc to review the 2-episode series premiere of MY ADVENTURES WITH SUPERMAN!
Also discussed: SUPERMAN (1978), SUPERMAN & LOIS, SMALLVILLE, plus much, much more...
Visit our website for the full lineup of our news and trailer discussion links.
(recorded on: Tuesday, July 11th, 2023)
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2023-07-1245 min
Beer With Geeks: A Geek Pop Culture Podcast454: My Adventures With Vactor & VibbertFrank and Tim join a 3-way crossover with Animation Fascination and The Vactor-Verse to discuss the first two episodes of My Adventures of Superman. Cheers!
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2023-07-1245 minBeer With Geeks454: My Adventures With Vactor & VibbertFrank and Tim join a 3-way crossover with Animation Fascination and The Vactor-Verse to discuss the first two episodes of My Adventures of Superman. Cheers!
Beers of the Week
Sam Adams Summer Ale
Notch Brewing Salem LagerSpecial Guests: Marc Vibbert and Vactor.Support Beer With Geeks
2023-07-1245 min
Animation FascinationEpisode 108: Disney•Pixar's Elemental"Why does anyone get to tell you what you can do with your life?"
Head on down to Element City in this episode as Stanford and Marc are joined by returning guest Ted Sowards to review the latest film from Pixar Animation Studios, ELEMENTAL!
Also discussed: the Pixar short CARL'S DATE, new trailers for ELIO, and MY ADVENTURES WITH SUPERMAN, production woes on SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE / BEYOND THE SPIDER-VERSE, plus much, much more...
Visit our website for the full lineup of our news and tr...
2023-06-292h 12
Animation FascinationEpisode 107: Sony Pictures Animation's Spider-Man Across the Spider-Verse"In every other universe, Gwen Stacy falls for Spider-Man. And in every other universe, it doesn't end well."
Prepare to travel across the Spider-Verse as in this episode, Spider-Variants Marc and Stanford are joined by the Spider-Person of Earth-FL, Michael Tirona! To make sure each of their canon events proceeds as needed they get in-depth in a spoiler and easter egg-filled discussion of Sony Pictures Animation's SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE!
Also discussed: THE LEGEND OF ZELDA being adapted by Illumination, Disney+ removing original content from the streaming service, trailers for...
2023-06-161h 48
Animation FascinationEpisode 106: Phoenix Fan Fusion 2023 Panel | "Animation IS Cinema" (LIVE)“This is an art form that has been kept commercially and industrially at the kids' table for so long, ... animation is not a genre for kids. It's a medium. Animation is film. Animation is art, and it can tell stories that are gorgeous and complex, and that feel handmade by humans for humans. Animation is pure cinema and animators should be treated as artists — not technicians."
In this special episode recorded LIVE at PHOENIX FAN FUSION 2023, Marc is joined by guest hosts: Aaron Hudson, Laurence Greatrex, and Ted Sowards!
Dismissed as "just for ki...
2023-06-141h 06
The Holdo ManeuverBONUS EPISODE — STAR WARS: VISIONS | Volume 2 (Series Review)This bonus episode of THE HOLDO MANEUVER originally appeared in the podcast feed for ANIMATION FASCINATION as episode 105 —
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"Hang in there, little dancer. Soon, we'll all be free."
In this episode, Rogue Squadron commanders Stanford and Marc are joined by Red Leader Mike Sawran (of The Holdo Maneuver, South of Normal) to travel the globe in the second volume of the Disney+ anthology series, STAR WARS: VISIONS!
Also discussed: Disney+ removing original content from the streaming service, trailers for GREMLINS: SECRETS OF THE MOGWAI & W...
2023-06-101h 27
Animation FascinationEpisode 105: Lucasfilm's Star Wars - Visions | Volume 2"Hang in there, little dancer. Soon, we'll all be free."
In this episode, Rogue Squadron commanders Stanford and Marc are joined by Red Leader Mike Sawran (of The Holdo Maneuver, South of Normal) to travel the globe in the second volume of the Disney+ anthology series, STAR WARS: VISIONS!
Also discussed: Disney+ removing original content from the streaming service, trailers for GREMLINS: SECRETS OF THE MOGWAI & WISH, plus much, much more...
Visit our website for the full lineup of our news and trailer discussion links.
2023-06-011h 27
Animation FascinationEpisode 104: Studio Ghibli's Spirited Away: Live on Stage"Nothing that happens is ever forgotten, even if you can't remember it."
In this episode, Stanford and Marc enter The Spirit Realm with first-time guest Ted Sowards. They recount each of their experiences watching the adventures of Chihiro, Haku, and No Face as part of Fathom Events' Studio Ghibli Fest 2023 in, SPIRITED AWAY: LIVE ON STAGE!
Also discussed in this episode: THE RESCUERS, GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 3, plus much, much more...
Visit our website for the full lineup of our news and trailer discus...
2023-05-0949 min
Animation FascinationEpisode 103: Nintendo + llumination's The Super Mario Bros. Movie"What about the accent? Is it... is it too much?"
In this episode, Marc and Stanford head to the Mushroom Kingdom with Mario and Luigi to take on Bowser and save Princess Peach. At the same time, they give a spoiler-filled review of Nintendo + Illumination's new film THE SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE! Also discussed in this episode: Animation Fascination's panel at PHOENIX FAN FUSION is announced, Disney Live-Action remakes of animated films are on the verge of reaching the singularity, and a whole slew of new trailers, plus much, much more...
2023-04-241h 47
Animation FascinationEpisode 102: AF News Edition - The 95th Academy Awards"I'd like to thank the academy..."
It's time to head to the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood, CA for another year at the Oscars! In this AF news edition, Stanford and Marc discuss the 95th Academy Awards. Including, Guillermo del Toro's acceptance speech for PINOCCHIO's Best Animated Feature win, THE BOY, THE MOLE, THE FOX AND THE HORSE's win for Best Animated Short, AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER's win for Best Visual Effects, as well as the new trailer and cast announcement for TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES: MUTANT MAYHEM plus much, much more...
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2023-03-161h 08
Animation FascinationEpisode 101: AF News Edition - Sequels, Reboots, and Awards Season"Animation is cinema. Animation is not a genre for kids. It is a medium."
In this AF news edition, Marc and Stanford cover all the latest from the animation industry including upcoming sequels, reboots, and awards season galore! The 95th Oscars Feature Animation nominees are discussed, PHINEAS AND FERB is coming back and so are Hank Hill & BARNEY THE DINOSAUR, and HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON is getting a live-action remake, all that, plus much, much more...
Visit our website for the full lineup of our news and trailer...
2023-02-211h 44
Animation FascinationEpisode 100: Fascinating Animation | 2015 — 2022"Animation is not the art of drawings that move but the art of movements that are drawn."
It's a blast from the past in the 100th episode, Marc Vibbert and Stanford Clark are joined by past co-hosts Trent Vactor (of The Vactor-Verse) and Matt Quest (of Fisher-Price) to discuss their favorite films and television series from 2015 to 2022.
Also Discussed: reminiscing on highlights from past episodes, podcast origins, plus much, much more...
Visit our website for the full lineup of past episodes.
(Recorded on January 30th, 2023)
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2023-01-311h 37
Animation FascinationEpisode 99: Lucasfilm Animation's The Bad Batch | Season Two Premiere"Aren’t clones supposed to look alike? So much for quality control. This one’s too big. This one’s too small. This one’s got a face tattoo. Yeah, real subtle."
While Stanford is out-of-town in this crossover episode with THE HOLDO MANEUVER, Marc Vibbert and guest Mike Sawran join Clone Force 99 for the season two premiere of THE BAD BATCH!
Also Discussed: Mike recounts his hardships trying to binge season one of the series to catch up before season two.
Visit our website f...
2023-01-0745 min
Animation FascinationEpisode 98: DreamWorks Animation's Puss in Boots: The Last Wish"Oh. I didn't count it. I am not really a math guy, you know?"
Happy New Year! In this end-of-the-year bonus episode, Marc and Stanford pray for mercy from, DreamWorks Animation's PUSS IN BOOTS: THE LAST WISH!
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(recorded on: Thursday, December 29th, 2022)
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2022-12-3138 min
Animation FascinationEpisode 97: Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio"Little wooden boy made of pine, we shall call you Pinocchio. May you rise with the sun and wander the earth…"
Happy Holidays! Stanford and Marc share their experiences with Guillermo del Toro's PINOCCHIO this week on the podcast!
Also discussed: the new theatrical trailer for SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE, INVINCIBLE season two release date news, plus much, much more...
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(recorded on: Friday, December 23rd, 2022)
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2022-12-241h 09
The Holdo ManeuverEPISODE XXXIII — STAR WARS: GALAXY'S EDGE (First Visit)"Bright Suns!"
Welcome back to another episode of THE HOLDO MANEUVER! This week Marc and Mike are joined by returning guests Ralph Apel (of CasinoSkunk Productions, Live Action Star Wars) and Adam Daniel (of Issue 1 Productions.) Discussed is Marc's recent journey to the planet of Batuu at Disney's Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, including Savi's Workshop, Rise of the Resistance, Ronto's Roasters, plus much, much more...
Til the Spire!
(Recorded on December 7th 2022)
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2022-12-091h 15
Animation FascinationEpisode 96: Walt Disney Animation's Strange World"Do you mind if I call you Splat? You just kind of give me Splat vibes."
Prepare yourself for a journey beyond what is possible, as Marc and Stanford proudly present their review of Walt Disney Animation's STRANGE WORLD!
Also discussed: trailers for Pixar's ELEMENTAL and Illumination's THE SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE, plus much, much more...
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(recorded on: Tuesday December 6th, 2022)
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2022-12-071h 08
Animation FascinationEpisode 95: AF News Edition - Kevin Conroy Tribute"Everyone is handed adversity in life. No one's journey is easy. It's how they handle it that makes people unique."
In this AF news edition, Stanford and Marc pay tribute to Kevin Conroy, THE voice of Batman. Also discussed: SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE casting, a return to CLONE HIGH, plus much, much more...
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(recorded on: Monday November 14th, 2022)
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2022-11-161h 18
Animation FascinationEpisode 94: Netflix's Wendell & Wild"She has sworn allegiance to her demons. And the fever is spreading."
Happy Halloween! In this bonus demon filled episode, Marc and Stanford summon the dead to discuss Henry Selick's new stop-motion film now streaming on Netflix starring the voices of Jordan Peele and Keegan-Michael Key, WENDELL & WILD.
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(recorded on: Sunday October 30th, 2022)
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2022-10-3137 min
Animation FascinationEpisode 93: Lucasfilm Animation's Tales of the Jedi"Everywhere there is life, but you must face death. Honor it. Do not fear it."
In this episode, Jedi masters Stanford and Marc are joined by Padawan Mike Sawran (of The Holdo Maneuver, South of Normal) to learn the ways of the Force in the new Disney+ anthology series, TALES OF THE JEDI. Also discussed: Cartoon Network as we knew it is no more, SAUSAGE PARTY sequel tv series, Peter Safran will head DC animation, and new release reviews from CineMarc, plus much, much more...
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2022-10-281h 51
Animation FascinationEpisode 92: Netflix's Entergalactic"Love will find us all."
In this episode, Marc and Stanford take a look at Kid Cudi's new film on Netflix, ENTERGALACTIC. Also discussed: new release reviews from CineMarc, Disney's Figment is getting a movie, trailers for THE SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE, STRANGE WORLD, and VELMA, INVINCIBLE season three, plus much, much more...
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(recorded on: Tuesday October 11th, 2022)
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2022-10-121h 29
Animation FascinationEpisode 91: Disney's D23 Expo 2022"The ultimate Disney fan event!"
In this episode, Stanford and Marc recap Disney's recent D23 EXPO including all of the animation announcements, surprises, footage & trailers shown, plus much, much more...
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(recorded on: Monday September 19th, 2022)
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2022-09-201h 48
Animation FascinationEpisode 90: Netflix's Lost Ollie"Tough don’t mean you can’t cry."
In this episode, Marc and Stanford review the new limited series from director Peter Ramsey, Netflix's LOST OLLIE. Also discussed, the cast for Laika's WILDWOOD, the trailers for WENDELL AND WILD & BEE AND PUPPYCAT: LAZY IN SPACE, plus much, much more...
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(recorded on: Monday September 5th, 2022)
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2022-09-061h 06
Animation FascinationEpisode 89: Skydance Animation's Luck & Warner Animation Group's DC League of Super-Pets"Find a penny, pick it up, and all day long, you'll have good luck. // Sit, Stay, Save the World."
In this double feature episode Stanford and Marc review two films with talking animals, Skydance Animation's LUCK and Warner Animation Group's DC LEAGUE OF SUPER-PETS. Also discussed, KUNG FU PANDA 4, Warner Bros. Discovery removing nearly 40 titles from HBO Max, plus much, much more...
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(recorded on: Wednesday August 24th, 2022)
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2022-08-261h 47
The Holdo ManeuverEPISODE XX — LIGHT & MAGIC (Parts 4, 5, and 6 - Docuseries: Review)"Let's do something no one has ever seen before."
Welcome back to THE HOLDO MANEUVER! This week Marc and Mike break down the final three episodes of Lawrence Kasdan's Disney+ docuseries LIGHT & MAGIC. Covering from 1982 through to the present day, Part 4: I Think I Found My People, Part 5: Morfing, and Part 6: No More Pretending You’re Dinosaurs.
Also discussed: ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS STORY gets an IMAX re-release and Marc reviews the new vinyl record from Mondo for the film's score as well, THE BOOK OF BOBA FETT season two up...
2022-08-181h 12
Animation FascinationEpisode 88: Illumination's Minions: The Rise of Gru"Brace yourself. A villain will rise."
In this episode Stanford and Marc get suited up to discuss the new film in the DESPICABLE ME franchise, MINIONS: THE RISE OF GRU. Also discussed, SCOOB: HOLIDAY HAUNT being canceled, RICK AND MORTY season 6 episode titles, Guillermo del Toro's PINOCCHIO trailer, plus much, much more...
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(recorded on: Wednesday August 10th, 2022)
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2022-08-111h 19
Animation FascinationEpisode 87: San Diego Comic Con 2022 and Netflix's The Sea Beast"Maybe you can be a hero and still be wrong."
In this episode Marc and Stanford review the new film from Netflix and Sony Pictures Imageworks - Vancouver, THE SEA BEAST. Also discussed is all the news dropped from this year's San Diego Comic Con, including Marvel Studios, DC Comics, the Disney Afternoon in comic book form, plus much, much more...
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(recorded on: Sunday July 24th, 2022)
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2022-07-251h 18
Animation FascinationEpisode 86: AF News Edition - 74th Emmy Nominations"Trent Crimm, The Independent."
In this news edition episode, Marc and Stanford discuss all the latest movie & TV series trailers from the past few weeks, the 74th annual Emmy nominations, and a version of MONSTERS, INC. without Mike Wazowski, plus much, much more...
Visit our website for the full line up of our news and trailer discussion links.
CineMarc Reviews
Teen Titans Go! & DC Super Hero Girls: Mayhem in the Multiverse (Blu-ray)
Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore (4K)
Edge of Tomorrow (4K)
(recorded on: Tuesday July 12...
2022-07-141h 08
Animation FascinationEpisode 85: A24's Marcel the Shell with Shoes On"It's pretty much common knowledge that it takes at least 20 shells to have a community…"
In this bonus episode, Marc is joined by Lauren Knight to discuss the new film from Jenny Slate and Dean Fleischer-Camp, A24's MARCEL THE SHELL WITH SHOES ON.
News and Shorts
Marcel Short No. 1
Marcel Short No. 2
Marcel Short No. 3
‘Marcel The Shell’ Slides Into Top 10
Lauren's Recommendations
The Bad Guys (Peacock)
Mad God (Shudder)
The Outfit (Peacock)
Splinter (HBO Max)
(recorded on: Monday July 11th, 2022)
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2022-07-1351 min
Animation FascinationEpisode 84: Disney•Pixar's Lightyear"I bought you five minutes…"
In this episode that goes to infinity... and beyond, Stanford & Marc enlist as Space Rangers to review & discuss Disney•Pixar's newest film, LIGHTYEAR. Plus much, much more…
News
Find a full list of the news discussed in this episode at our website!
New Trailers
Minions: The Rise of Gru | Official Trailer 3
Strange World | Teaser Trailer | Walt Disney Animation Studios
The Sea Beast | Official Trailer | Netflix
Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank | Official Trailer 2 – Paramount Pictures
Puss In Boots: The Last Wish - Official Trailer 2
Kung Fu Panda...
2022-06-212h 02
Animation FascinationEpisode 83: 20th Century Studios' The Bob's Burgers Movie"Let's get this patty started…"
While Stanford is on vacation, Marc is joined by Christopher Mas to review and discuss the new release from 20th Century Studios, THE BOB'S BURGERS MOVIE. Plus much, much more...
News
‘Better Call Saul’ Animated Prequel ‘Slippin’ Jimmy’ Arrives on AMC+
Liam Neeson Will Return To Voice Qui-Gon Jinn In Star Wars: Tales Of The Jedi
Star Wars Visions Reveals Major Change for Season 2
New Trailers
Marvel Studios' Thor: Love and Thunder | Official Trailer
Star Wars: The Bad Batch | Season 2 Official Trailer
Pinocchio | Teaser Trailer | Disney+
Beavis and B...
2022-06-071h 03
Animation FascinationEpisode 82: Disney+ Original Film - Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers"It's not a reboot. It's a comeback…"
The Disney Afternoon has returned with the new Disney+ original film CHIP 'N DALE: RESCUE RANGERS! In this episode Marc and Stanford review the new comedy from the team at The Lonely Island. Plus much, much more...
News
‘My Neighbor Totoro’ Stage Show
‘Harley Quinn’ Spinoff Ordered to Series
'Ozark' creator's gritty animated neo-noir folktale with Laika Animation
Married… With Children Returning as Animated Series
First Look at Mindy Kaling's 'Velma'
Disneyland Resort Upcoming Pixar Plans
Pixar Announces Next Movie, ‘Elemental'
'LIGHTYEAR' sneak peek coming to Disn...
2022-05-241h 23
The Holdo ManeuverEPISODE XI — OBI-WAN KENOBI (Series Predictions and Trailer Breakdown)"When the time comes, he must be trained…"
Welcome back to THE HOLDO MANEUVER!
Marc Vibbert and new co-host Michael Sawran are joined by returning guest, Justin Gyorfi to discuss their predictions for the upcoming OBI-WAN KENOBI Disney+ series. They get in-depth and break down the most recently released trailer for the series as well.
Also discussed: Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order 2’s New Title, Vanity Fair's Star Wars Cover Issue, Every Star Wars Project Currently In Development, Everything To Watch (And Read And Play) Before Obi-Wan Kenobi, plus much, much...
2022-05-1947 min
The Holdo ManeuverEPISODE X — LEGO STAR WARS: THE SKYWALKER SAGA (Playthrough Review)"May the fourth be with you…"
Welcome back to THE HOLDO MANEUVER with Marc Vibbert and Trent Vactor, part of the Geek So To Speak Network!
Marc and Trent get in-depth on the recently released video game, LEGO STAR WARS: THE SKYWALKER SAGA. Featuring a voicemail from Shoff (of TREKnological and Geek So To Speak) and a review from Marc's son Patrick on their thoughts of the game as well.
Also discussed: Star Wars marketing holiday May the Fourth, DISNEY GALLERY: THE BOOK OF BO...
2022-05-0536 min
Animation FascinationEpisode 81: DreamWorks Animation's The Bad Guys"Good is No Fun at All…"
Gather your crew for quite the caper this week as Stanford & Marc review the new DreamWorks film THE BAD GUYS. Discussion about the end of Scrat, Hayden Christensen binged Star Wars animation, our weekly recommendations including YOUNG JUSTICE & Floyd Norman at the TCM Film Festival, all that plus much more...
News
Pixar Created a Fully Virtual IMAX Camera to Shoot Lightyear
A Deleted 'Turning Red' Scene Teases an Alternate Version of the Movie
Star Wars Visions Continues
‘Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse’ Heads To Summer...
2022-04-261h 17
The Holdo ManeuverEPISODE IX — STAR TOURS: THE ADVENTURE CONTINUES (Our Experiences)"Lightspeed to Endor…"
Welcome back to THE HOLDO MANEUVER with Marc Vibbert and Trent Vactor, part of the Geek So To Speak Network!
This week in Star Wars, Trent and Marc board the StarSpeeder 3000 with RX-24 and C-3P0 on a voyage through their past experiences of the Disney Parks ride STAR TOURS. What are the best planets to visit & which version of the ride do they prefer?
Also discussed: Is Star Wars in Kingdom Hearts IV, Director Peter Ramsey joins Disney+ series "Ahsoka", "Star Wars: Visions" season 2 updates, Star War...
2022-04-2137 min
The Holdo ManeuverEPISODE VIII — HISTORY OF LEGO STAR WARS VIDEO GAMES (Retrospective)"A galaxy far, far away built brick by brick…"
Welcome back to THE HOLDO MANEUVER with Marc Vibbert and Trent Vactor, part of the Geek So To Speak Network!
This week in Star Wars, Marc and Trent discuss the history of the LEGO Star Wars video game franchise! Who's a True Jedi completionist, and who just Kylo Ren's entire levels by smashing everything with their lightsaber? An in-depth debate on the LEGO mumble dialogue versus traditional voice over work is settled as well.
Also discussed: the Disney+ Obi-Wan Ke...
2022-04-0736 min
The Holdo ManeuverEPISODE VII — THE ART OF THE MANDALORIAN: SEASON TWO (Book Review)"This is the way…"
Welcome back to THE HOLDO MANEUVER with Marc Vibbert and Trent Vactor, part of the Geek So To Speak Network!
In this episode Trent and Marc flip through the pages of the recently released concept art book written by Phil Szostak and get in-depth with their discussion of the origins of character, starship, and planet designs. The secrecy behind the season two finale with its placeholder Plo Koon art, and admiration for the work of Brian Matyas, Doug Chiang, & Dave Filoni.
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2022-03-3134 min
The Holdo ManeuverEPISODE VI — OUR STAR WARS STORY: The Fandom Awakens"A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away..."
Welcome back to THE HOLDO MANEUVER with Marc Vibbert and Trent Vactor, part of the Geek So To Speak Network!
In this episode, Marc and Trent share the respective histories in where their STAR WARS stories began. From the original trilogy on VHS, to seeing their first Star Wars film in a theater, or attending Star Wars Celebration, and so much more.
Also discussed: THE BAD BATCH season two news, Christopher Lloyd Hops into...
2022-03-2434 min
Animation FascinationEpisode 79: Disney•Pixar's Turning Red"We're back!"
After a little over seven years in hiatus we've returned to the podcasting realm. In this episode Stanford Clark joins Marc Vibbert to talk over and review the new Disney•Pixar film TURNING RED! They do a quick recap on changes in the animation industry since 2015 as well as recount their favorite animated films from the past seven years.
Animation News
Annie Award Winners
Pixar Animation Studios and Porsche to return Sally Carrera to the road )
The Suicide Squad's James Gunn Will Guest on the Harley Quinn Cartoon as H...
2022-03-221h 00
The Holdo ManeuverEPISODE V — OBI-WAN KENOBI (Teaser Trailer Breakdown)"Hello there..."
Welcome back to THE HOLDO MANEUVER with Marc Vibbert and Trent Vactor, part of the Geek So To Speak Network!
In this episode, Trent and Marc discuss the recent Entertainment Weekly article for OBI-WAN KENOBI and then meticulously break down the new teaser trailer for the Disney+ series.
Also discussed: Darth Maul being cut from the series during it's script rewrites, Ewan McGregor speaking on Obi-Wan's ever changing hairstyle, and Mr. Damon Lindelof himself being rumored to take on a new Star...
2022-03-1731 min
The Holdo ManeuverEPISODE IV — STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE (First Time Viewer)"Somewhere, in space, this could all be happening right now..."
Welcome back to THE HOLDO MANEUVER with Marc Vibbert and Trent Vactor, part of the Geek So To Speak Network!
Episode IV of Star Wars and the podcast collide when Marc and Trent are joined by Star Wars newbie Chris Mas (of Mas Audio), to discuss his first time watching A NEW HOPE! Did he enjoy his intro to the film that started it all, or just say ma klounkee?
A new segment is introduced...
2022-03-1034 min
The Holdo ManeuverEPISODE III — STAR WARS: VISIONS | Volume 1 (Series Review)"I have a good feeling about this..."
Welcome back to THE HOLDO MANEUVER with Marc Vibbert and Trent Vactor, part of the Geek So To Speak Network!
For the third episode, Marc and Trent dive into the Lucasfilm Animation anime anthology series, STAR WARS: VISIONS!
Does a Tatooine Rhapsody rock harder than a Bohemian one? What would it look like if Akira Kurosawa did Star Wars? Who makes a better Jedi, a cybernetic boy or an anthropomorphic female rabbit? All these questions answered, and more!
Mentioned in t...
2022-03-0437 min
The Holdo ManeuverEPISODE II — STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI (Retrospective)"Let the Past Die..."
Welcome back to THE HOLDO MANEUVER with Marc Vibbert and Trent Vactor, part of the Geek So To Speak Network!
In this second episode, Trent and Marc are joined by guest host Justin Gyorfi (of the RANT TO THE FUTURE podcast) for a retrospective discussion of STAR WARS: EPISODE VIII — THE LAST JEDI.
Join us in chugging down some green milk, making a bet on Canto Bight, and getting salty on Crait. Plus the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser and Jon Watts joining a galaxy far, far awa...
2022-02-2442 min
The Holdo ManeuverEPISODE I — THE BOOK OF BOBA FETT (Season One Review)"Every saga has a beginning…"
Welcome to the inaugural episode of THE HOLDO MANEUVER with Marc Vibbert and Trent Vactor, part of the Geek So To Speak Network!
In this episode the guys discuss the first season of the Disney+ series THE BOOK OF BOBA FETT. Did they enjoy it as much as Vactor enjoys a boba tea, or did they think it was Bantha fodder? There’s one thing they both agree on though, all hail Dave Filoni!
(Recorded on February 16th 2022)
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2022-02-1732 min
The Holdo Maneuver"THE HOLDO MANEUVER" Trailer— Hosted by Marc Vibbert and Michael Sawran ✨
THE HOLDO MANEUVER is a short-form podcast with two dads trying to fit "Star Wars" into their exceedingly busy lives. In each episode, they'll share their thoughts on different topics from a galaxy far, far away! From the animated series, live-action TV and films, comic books, video games, novels, theme park experiences, or toys it's all up for discussion!
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2022-02-0700 min
Animation FascinationEpisode 78: AF News - November 2014It's a vintage AF team up in the latest news edition, Marc Vibbert is joined by Justin Vactor to discuss all the latest animation industry news from November. Amongst the topics in this episode are reviews for "Big Hero 6", "Penguins of Madagascar", and the new Studio Ghibli Blu-ray releases. The announcement of "Toy Story 4", "The LEGO Movie" sequel writers, "Hullabaloo", and much, much more are also discussed.
(Recorded 11/22/14)
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2014-12-101h 29
Animation FascinationEpisode 77: All Hollow's EveHappy Halloween boys and ghouls!
Prepare for a very eerie episode with Tom Fonss and Marc Vibbert as they discuss Halloween classics new and old (as well as some forgotten favorites).
Also discussed: Reviews for Disney's "Maleficent" & "Planes: Fire and Rescue", "Beware the Batman”, and "Mr. Peabody and Sherman" on Blu-ray, as well as the "Avengers: Age of Ultron" teaser trailer, plus so much more!
(Recorded on 10/24/14)
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2014-10-311h 24
Animation FascinationEpisode 76: AF News - Week of October 5th, 2014It's another edition of AF News with Stanford Clark and Marc Vibbert! On today's show they discuss and review a whole slew of recent animated TV Blu-ray releases, Stanford's upcoming trip to New York Comic Con, as well as Laika's "The Boxtrolls" and Disney's "Star Wars Rebels."
Also Discussed: "Sleeping Beauty" Diamond Edition, special episodes of "Phineas and Ferb," and new trailers for Pixar's "Inside Out", Studio Ghibli's "The Tale of The Princess Kaguya" & Disney's "Big Hero 6." Plus, a whole bunch more...
(Recorded on 10/06/14)
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2014-10-081h 29
Animation FascinationEpisode 75: The Spectacular Greg WeismanIn this episode, the man, the myth, the legend himself Greg Weisman, joins Tom Fonss and Marc Vibbert.
Weisman's Shakespearian background, the origins of "Gargoyles" (and it's twentieth anniversary), hopes for the possible futures of both "The Spectacular Spider-Man" and "Young Justice", as well as voice acting on "Star Wars: Rebels" are all spoken of. Plus so much more...
Also Discussed: "Doctor Who" and "Transformers - Beast Machines" reviews, Donald Glover as Miles Morales/Spider-Man, "Daffy Duck's Quackbusters," and a flying Baymax.
(Recorded on 09/12/14)
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2014-09-171h 07
Animation FascinationEpisode 74: AF News - Week of July 10, 2014Stanford Clark and Tim Costello join Marc Vibbert to pay tribute to the legend that was Robin Williams, as well as discuss all the news that came out of San Diego Comic Con. Also announced is an exclusive "Big Hero 6" promotion from the Animation Fascination team.
Also Discussed: the August Disney Blu-ray releases reviewed, Disney and LAIKA say that 2D hand drawn animation is still very much alive, the next "Toy Story" holiday special, awesome toys from Mondo Tees, new trailers from DreamWorks and Paramount, and so much more ...
(Recorded on 08/13/14)
2014-08-202h 06
Animation FascinationEpisode 73: Doctor Who - Reverse the Polarity of the Neutron FlowGeronimo! Welcome to the second episode of our special animated sci-fi month. In this episode Marc Vibbert and Tom Fonss are joined by veteran Whovians Kevin Kittridge and Bob Mitsch to discuss everyone's favorite timelord, "Doctor Who!"
So sit back, have a jelly baby, and come along with us as we explore all of time and space with the Doctor on his animated adventures. Remember, bow ties are cool.
Allons-Y!
Also Discussed: Reviews for "Orphan Black" and "Transcendence" on Blu-ray and "Dawn of the Planet of the Ape...
2014-07-231h 06
Animation FascinationEpisode 72: AF News Special - Star Trek The Animated SeriesIn this AF News special covering all the latest from around the animation industry during the month of June, Marc Vibbert is joined once again by Stanford Clark and Jon Hueber.
They also boldly go were many have gone before to discuss "Star Trek: The Animated Series" as part of Animation Fascination's Sci-Fi month!
Also Discussed: live-action "Frozen" cast announced for "Once Upon a Time", leaked "Big Hero 6" posters, DreamWorks Animation layoffs, "Enchanted" sequel announcement, Glen Keane's short "Duet", and much, much more ...
(Recorded on July 6, 2014)
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2014-07-091h 34
Animation FascinationEpisode 71: DreamWorks Animation's Dragons - RoundtableIn this bewilderbeast-sized episode Marc is joined by Tom Fonss, Jessica Wersky, and the prodigal son himself Matt Quest.
Matt catches us up on what he's been up to for the past six months as Tom and Jessica assist Marc in our "How to Train Your Dragon 2" roundtable discussion. Special guests Jessie Forer and Jennifer Harlow hop on to talk about their favorite parts of the film and share some insight into their work on it as well.
Also Discussed: a whole gaggle of Blu-ray, DVD, and book reviews about - "Doctor Who", "Transformers", "Teenage M...
2014-06-252h 02
Animation FascinationEpisode 70: AF News - Week of June 8, 2014Stanford Clark and Marc Vibbert are joined by returning guest Otis Frampton as he hops on to discuss his new animated shorts series "ABCDEFGeek" and the upcoming release of his comic "Oddly Normal."
Also Discussed: "Big Hero 6" and "The Book of Life" trailers, Phoenix Comicon (including a Q and A with John Ratzenberger), a contest for LAIKA's "The BoxTrolls," and reviews for "Maleficent", "The Lego Movie", and "An Adventure in Space and Time."
(Recorded on 06/08/14)
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2014-06-111h 49
Animation FascinationEpisode 69: X-Men - Days of Animated PastThe mutant brotherhood of Marc Vibbert, Stanford Clark, and Tom Fonss unite to talk all about the X-Men. They discuss their favorite animated incarnations of these astonishing mutants on television and film throughout the years.
So join them as they enroll at Xavier's School for Gifted Youngsters, bub!
Also Discussed: the voice acting documentary "I Know That Voice", what's next for "Star Wars", the new "Guardians of the Galaxy" trailer, and the Disney Blu-ray releases in August.
(Recorded on 05/19/14)
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2014-05-301h 31
Animation FascinationEpisode 67: AF News - April 2014Stanford Clark joins Marc Vibbert to review a whole slew of Blu-rays & DVDs, amongst them "Saving Mr. Banks", "The Pirate Fairy", and "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty". Also Discussed: "Big Hero 6" casting rumors, "Rio 2" review, new trailers for "How to Train Your Dragon 2" and "Planes: Fire and Rescue", and so much more...
(Recorded on 04/15/14)
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2014-05-261h 18
Animation FascinationEpisode 66: AF News Special - Disney's Big Hero 6Tom Fonss and Stanford Clark join Marc Vibbert to discuss "Big Hero 6." From its Marvel comic book origins to what Disney has released so far about the film, we cover it all. Also Discussed: Sequels to "Cars" and "The Incredibles", Blue Sky's "Peanuts" teaser trailer, and "Party Central" / "Muppets Most Wanted."
(Recorded on 03/24/14)
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2014-04-091h 18
Animation FascinationEpisode 50: Fascinated by AnimationIt's our fiftieth epiversary and the gang's all here!
We've done a lot in the past 49 episodes, and spoken to quite a few amazing people from the animation industry along the way. In this special episode, Marc Vibbert and Matt Quest are joined by Justin Vactor, Jon Hueber, Matt Hardeman, Stanford Clark, and Phil Shenton to discuss the past and look towards the future. The guys face off in a "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" trivia showdown, but who will come out victorious? All this, plus so much more!
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2013-08-161h 32
Animation FascinationEpisode 29: Bill Farmer - Voice Acting LegendIn this episode Marc and Matt are joined by voice acting legend Bill Farmer (voice of Goofy, Pluto, Foghorn Leghorn, & Yosemite Sam as well as many others). Interview includes discussion of inspiration for Mr. Farmer's career, great stories, and thoughts on stop motion animation. Marc and Matt also debate the ending of Bambi, all this and much, much more...
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2012-10-1053 min
Animation FascinationEpisode 19: Xerox PiratesIn this episode Marc and Matt are joined by Ralph Apel to discuss Disney's "Xerox Era", Aardman Animation's "The Pirates: Band of Misfits", and Andrew Stanton's "John Carter". Plus much, much more...
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2012-06-091h 08
Animation FascinationEpisode 18: Pizza Planet TruckIn this episode Marc and Matt interview the group who made a real life replica of Pixar's Pizza Planet Truck.
The Road to Pixar
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2012-05-1951 min
Animation FascinationEpisode 17: Live Action AnimationIn this episode Marc and Matt discuss live action films adapted from classic animated series.
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2012-05-1247 min
Animation FascinationEpisode 16: Dr. Shrek MiyazakiIn this episode Marc and Matt discuss the animation Oscar winners, films by Studio Ghibli, the Shrek series (and "Puss in Boots"), as well as the animated adaptations of Dr. Seuss.
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Marc - @MarcVibbert
Matt - @questpact
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E-mail us at: animationfascinationpodcast@gmail.com
2012-05-0436 min
Animation FascinationEpisode 15: Jason Marsden from a galaxy far, far away...In this episode voice actor Jason Marsden joins Marc and Matt to discuss "Young Justice", Transformers, and the Annie Awards.
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2012-04-2735 min
Animation FascinationEpisode 14: Keep Moving ForwardWelcome back to the Animation Fascination podcast. Each episode will feature an animated series or film from the past or present. Traditionally hand drawn, computer generated, or stop motion/claymation, if it’s animated, its up for discussion! On this episode, Marc and Matt discuss their favorite animated films of 2011, what they're looking forward to in 2012 and the winners of the Annie Awards.
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Marc - @MarcVibbert
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E-mail us at: animationfascinationpodcast@gmail.com
2012-04-2043 min
Animation FascinationEpisode 12: The History of Animation with Pixar Animators Austin Madison and Chris ChuaWelcome back to the Animation Fascination podcast. Each episode will feature an animated series or film from the past or present. Traditionally hand drawn, computer generated, or stop motion/claymation, if it’s animated, its up for discussion!
On this episode, Marc Vibbert and Justin Vactor discuss the history of animation with Pixar animators Austin Madison and Chris Chua!
New Releases (Reviews)
Jem & the Holograms: Season 1 DVD
The Lion King 3D Blu-ray
African Cats Blu-ray
Beauty and the Beast 3D Blu-ray
Dumbo: 70th Anniversary Blu-ray
Jake and the Neverland Pirates DVD
Topic Discussion
The Hi...
2011-10-041h 24