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Guests: ‘Puffin Rock and the New Friends’ director Jeremy Purcell and animation director Lorraine Lordan

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Cartoon Saloon, the animation house behind “The Secret of Kells”, “The Breadwinner” and “Wolfwalkers”, is celebrating its 25th Anniversary. Their latest feature, the sweet “Puffin Rock and the New Friends” (a continuation of the popular TV series), is available to rent or purchase on digital platforms beginning April 16th. Joining me to discuss the film […]
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Guest: ‘DORA’ EP & Showrunner Rich Magallanes

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Time to explore a new series starring one of Nickelodeon’s most iconic characters — this time in CG. “DORA” premieres this Friday April 12th on Paramount+. Executive Producer and showrunner Rich Magallanes explains what goes into making sure the returns of Dora, Boots and Swiper are satisfying for fans of the original “Dora the Explorer” […]
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Guest: ‘Woody Woodpecker Goes to Camp’ Director Jon Rosenbaum

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The dynamic CG version of beloved cartoon character Woody Woodpecker returns in the new live-action / animated family comedy “Woody Woodpecker Goes to Camp”. It premieres Friday April 12th on Netflix. On this LCJ Q&A Podcast episode I’m joined by… Guess Who?… the film’s Emmy nominated director, Jon Rosenbaum. Since the podcast began in 2011, […]
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Guest: ‘X-Men ’97’ Supervising Producer & Director Jake Castorena

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Jake Castorena is the supervising producer and head director of Marvel Animation’s “X-Men ’97” (premiering Wednesday March 20th on Disney+). The show gives us new adventures with these iconic characters in the hand-drawn, comic book animation style of the popular “X-Men: The Animated Series” from the ’90s. Since the podcast began in 2011, Jackson has […]
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Guest: ‘The Casagrandes Movie’ Director Miguel Puga

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Miguel Puga, who co-developed Nickelodeon’s “Loud House” spinoff series “The Casagrandes”, makes his feature directorial debut with “The Casagrandes Movie”. The epic animated action/adventure comedy premieres this Friday March 22nd on Netflix. Puga shares his enthusiasm for the film and what fans of the beloved characters should look forward to. Since the podcast began in […]
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2024 Oscars Predictions with John Rocha

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To predict this year’s Oscars winners, I’m joined by popular entertainment analyst, host, content creator and film critic John Rocha. We name our picks in 12 categories and discuss other aspects of the 96th Annual Academy Awards. Since the podcast began in 2011, Jackson has welcomed-in more than 250 entertainment industry figures. Jackson’s first guest […]
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Guests: ‘Kung Fu Panda 4’ Director Mike Mitchell, Co-Director Stephanie Ma Stine and Producer Rebecca Huntley

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DreamWorks’ “Kung Fu Panda 4” is directed by Mike Mitchell, co-directed by Stephanie Ma Stine and produced by Rebecca Huntley. I first spoke with them back in December at the launch of the film’s first trailer. Now that I’ve seen the entire movie (which opens in theaters this Friday March 8th), here’s my new LCJ […]
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Guests: ‘Hot Wheels Let’s Race’ Co-Creator Melanie Shannon and EP Rob David

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Rob David serves as executive producer, and Melanie Shannon is the co-creator, of Mattel’s new animated family series Hot Wheels Let’s Race. It premieres this Monday March 4th on Netflix. You’ve got the green light to learn what Shannon and David have to say about this super-charged show. Since the podcast began in 2011, Jackson […]
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Guest: ‘Megamind vs. the Doom Syndicate’ Director and ‘Megamind Rules’ EP Eric Fogel

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One of DreamWorks’ most memorable characters returns this Friday March 1st. Feature-length movie “Megamind vs. the Doom Syndicate” and series “Megamind Rules” both debut on Peacock. Director & EP Eric Fogel (of “Archibald’s Next Big Thing”) shares how he approached the comeback of this supervillain turned superhero, including making the movie and the show simultaneously. […]
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Guests: ‘IWAJU’ writer/director Olufikayo Ziki Adeola, production designer Hamid Ibrahim and cultural consultant Tolu Olowofoyeku

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“Iwájú” is a new six-episode animated event series premiering this Wednesday February 28th on Disney+. It’s a collaboration of Walt Disney Animation Studios and African studio Kugali. The story centers on 10-year-old girl Tola and friend Kole in a futuristic Lagos, Nigeria. Crime threatens them and their families. Director and writer Olufikayo Ziki Adeola, production […]
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