84 Best Animation Podcasts to Listen to (2026)

A chronological journey through the struggles, sacrifices, and successes of every animated feature film produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios. Join your hosts, Andy, Hunter and Michael, in discussion and debate surrounding Disney's most (and least) beloved fairytales and adventures in the broader context of the Walt Disney Company and the animation studio's influence on pop culture. more

Twin animators Tom and Tony Bancroft get together and talk about their Disney Animation past, the present animation business, and the future of animation. Interviews with talented artists, inspirational words, and wild speculation will help you grow as a person - or not. Sponsored by TaughtByAPro.com - your destination for the art instruction you need. See http://taughtbyapro.com for online animation, character design, illustration, comic arts, cartoon creation and more. more

From the creators of Talking Simpsons comes What A Cartoon!, an audio exploration of every cartoon ever! Join hosts Henry Gilbert and Bob Mackey for a monthly in-depth look at a different cartoon, and an animated feature spotlight at the end of every month. more

Join your friends Bob Mackey and Henry Gilbert (plus a rotating roster of guests) for a chronological and cromulent exploration of the greatest show ever made! more

The Disney History Institute Podcast explores the history of animation and early cinematic amusement parks.

Get your animation fix with animation addicts just like you! The Animation Addicts Podcast is a show about the wonderful world of animation: Disney, DreamWorks, Pixar & everything in between! Each episode the hosts—Morgan Stradling & Chelsea Robson—discuss a different animation film and have a hilarious, in-depth, nerdy discussion about it. Take a trip down memory lane as we review old childhood favorites or discuss the latest box office releases, in addition to interviews with your favorite filmmakers and insiders from the animation world. Join the community at Rotoscopers.com and on Instagram, X and YouTube. more

Welcome to the Ghibliotheque , the podcast that leafs through libraries of films from the world's greatest animation studios. In 2018, Michael Leader, an avowed Studio Ghibli fanatic, sat down with Jake Cunningham, who had never seen any of the Studio's work before. Together they looked at the history behind Ghibli's films (including Spirited Away, My Neighbour Totoro and Princess Mononoke), and got a critical perspective from Jake as a first-time viewer. They covered all of Studio Ghibli's films, visited Japan on the ultimate Ghibli pilgrimage, and have since interviewed artists, animators and filmmakers who have either worked on or have been deeply inspired by Ghibli's films. With their co-host Steph Watts, they have also branched out to cover filmographies of other studios and filmmakers whose work has revolutionised animation, from Satoshi Kon and Mamoru Hosoda to Cartoon Saloon and Henry Selick. Where will we go next? For more information, follow us on Twitter at @ghibliotheque , or on Instagram at ghibliotheque.pod . Or email us at ****@gmail.com. Follow Michael and Jake on Twitter: @MichaelJLeader Michael @jakehcunningham Jake Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

An anime podcast all about Japanese cartoons and comics as discussed by three self-proclaimed experts in the world of Japanese animation and manga! Plus anime news / reviews, coverage of classic anime, hentai / yaoi (on occasion), and much, much more. Updated every month. We hope. more

The #1 podcast for designers who animate, animators who design, and anyone who is 3D-curious. We interview Designers, Animators, 3D Artists, Producers, Studio Owners and other folks related to motion design and creativity. We get deep into the geeky world of Adobe After Effects, Cinema 4D, Photoshop and Illustrator. We talk about the business and art of Motion Design. Dig in. more

Join Ladybug experts Dylan, Delaney, & April who've been podcasting on Miraculous Ladybug since Season 1 to talk about the latest Ladybug episodes and other fun topics! We actually like this show and think it's really good, but also very intentionally absurd and fun :) more

The Anime Effect is Crunchyroll's award-winning anime podcast, hosted by Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. Tune in weekly for the biggest anime news, watchlist recommendations, and deep dives into anime's growing influence across pop culture. more

The podcast crash course through the history of Disney's animated classics, by film journalist Ben Travis and animation academic Dr Sam Summers. Each week, we'll be moving forward in time through the legendary Walt Disney Animation Studios catalogue, watching every feature film in chronological order from Snow White to Wish. Watch along with us, and listen as we explore each film's historical context, advances in animation and lasting legacy, and talk about how they stand up today.Note: This podcast is not affiliated with Disney. more

We take animation seriously.

An exploration into the psyche, animation, and life lessons of one of Cartoon Network's flagship series, Adventure Time. A long time fan of the show, Ned, and nostalgic pop-culture enthusiast, Russell, not only breakdown the events and characters of each episode, but also learn a little bit more about themselves along the way. Come along with us on this Never Ending Adventure. more

Jim and Drew break down the animation world frame by frame, until you get the singular picture. If you love Disney animation, Pixar, and the classics that were hand sketched, or built out of 1's and 0's in a computer, this is the podcast that draws you in. more

Animation Happy Hour is a monthly podcast hosted by three feature film animators - Garrett Lewis, Katie Low, and Ben Girmann. Our podcast mission is to provide practical advice for students, job-seekers, and animation enthusiasts on how to break into all aspects of the animation industry. more

The ultimate archive for the classic 1990s animated series, X-Men and Spider-Man! Join us, your jolly hosts Willie and Sonia, as we break down every episode of both animated shows along with all the X-Men and Spider-Man movies! The fun doesn't stop there so make sure to continue following along as we trek deeper into the history of Marvel animation with X-Men Evolution, Wolverine and the X-Men, Batman TAS and the long awaited X-Men 97! Along they way, we also have hearty discussions of all the latest Disney Plus Marvel shows and new MCU and DC movies! more

Join hosts and animation fans Michael and Scott, on a journey back in time as they look at past animated films, television shows, and short subjects. On this historical journey, they'll discuss the famous, the infamous, the best, the worst, and the most bizarre that animation has provided through the years. more

Join Mike, Joe, and sometimes Kyle for the latest in nerdy animation news and commentary. From The Clone Wars to X-Men '97 to Caped Crusader, if it's animated and it's nerdy, you've come to the right place. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Three friends gather weekly to discuss cartoons from the 50's on to the present from TV and movies.

The DCAU Review is hosted by brothers Cal and Liam, lifelong fans of Bruce Timm and Paul Dini's DC Animated Universe which started with Batman: The Animated Series and ended with Justice League Unlimited. Each episode of the podcast, the hosts break down a classic DCAU cartoon, offering commentary and an official scorecard on their journey to rank every episode of the beloved shared universe. New episodes drop every Saturday at DCAUReview.com and on all major podcast platforms. more

Animation Destination is an animation celebration podcast dedicated to all things animated. Western animation, anime, independent animation, voice acting and more! more

An animation podcast to educate, inform and inspire black artists pursuing careers in animation. Hosted by Breana Williams and Waymond Singleton. more

Christopher Holliday is Senior Lecturer in Liberal Arts and Visual Cultures Education at King's College London (UK). Alexander Sergeant is a Lecturer in Digital Media Production at the University of Westminster (UK), specialising in the history and theory of fantasy cinema. Each episode, they look in detail at a film or television show, taking listeners on a journey through the intersection between fantasy cinema and the medium of animation. more

An animation interview and oral history show for Scooby-Doo and Hanna-Barbera fans of all ages and intensities. more

Hosted by Mat Brunet (aka AniMat from the YouTube channel ElectricDragon505), AniMat's Crazy Cartoon Cast tells the latest news happening throughout the week in the field of animation and what he has to say regarding those insane events. The podcast is live on Twitch every Saturday at 2pm EST, which includes interacting with the audience and occasional special guests. more

Charlie Brown and the gang ruled the comics pages for fifty years. As animated characters, they have appeared in five feature films, eight episodes of 'This is America, Charlie Brown' , ten motion comics on iTunes, eighteen episodes of 'The Charlie Brown and Snoopy Show', and some forty-five TV specials. On this podcast, we're going to watch them all. Then we'll talk about what we liked, what we didn't. Remember, of all the Charlie Browns in world, you're the Charlie Browniest. more

Welcome Folks, to the BEST podcast that explores Wacky Wabbits, Screwy Ducks and the artistry of all classic Looney Tunes shorts, re-imaginings and motion picture appearances. Hosted by Warner Bros. fan and father, Jonathan Graves. Rate, Subscribe & Like on iTunes and follow @ThisMeansPodcast on Instagram, threads and Blusky because That's NOT All Folks! more

Join hosts Kenneth and Jon as they watch and talk their way through every theatrical film from DreamWorks Animation! The highs, the lows, they'll endure it all! more

Skull Rock Podcast is a weekly Disney, animation, and pop culture show hosted by Aljon Go and Dave Bossert. Imagineers, animators, directors, and artists sit down for the stories behind classic films, theme parks, and the characters you grew up with. Then Aljon and Dave cover the week's movies, streaming, box office, and Disney news. Not a recap show. Long-form interviews and honest conversation across 300+ episodes. New episodes every week. Website: www.skullrockpodcast.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SkullRockPodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SkullRockPodcast more

This show is about everything animation: weekly news stories, reviews, interviews with professionals and indie creators, etc. We also have fan-art contests, play trivia, do character skits and a ton of other community interaction... because entertainment! I'm Stephen Brooks and I run Rubber Onion, a boutique studio that creates hand-drawn animation, and am the author of 'Tradigital Animate CC: 12 Principles of Animation in Adobe Animate.' My best friend and fellow animator, Rob Yulfo, joins me for this weekly podcast. Imagine going out for drinks with a group of animators after work and merge that with a variety show which has some educational segments... that's the RubberOnion Animation Podcast. Enjoy and say Hi! more

Josh Altmanshofer, Michial Farmer, and their occasional guests watch through the Disney Animated Canon--one film a month--and talk them out. more

The Pencil Pushers Podcast celebrates the art of hand-drawing. Produced by MRC Brand Design Studio, it features interviews with illustrators, animators, comic artists, and other talented individuals. Hosted by Mike Rosado, an artist, musician, and designer, the Podcast aims to showcase artists' work and provide insights into their creative process. Join Mike as he chats with his friends and idols in the world of illustration, animation, and comic art. more

Join Ben Mitchell, Steve Henderson, Laura-Beth Cowley and guests for Skwigly's animation podcasts, where interviews with world famous industry legends and skilled craftspeople go alongside cheery conversations about the world of animation. You can select from our sub-categories: Skwigly Film Club, Intimate Animation, Independent Animation and the main Skwigly Animation Podcast. more

A podcast about the art of animation production. Behind every animated movie is a production staff holding it together... more

Welcome to the podcast of comic book animation. Every week join Matt Spectro as he teams up with a special guest to watch and review animation based on a comic book. Everything from the Golden Age to the Modern Age!! No controversy just fun!!! more

Nation of Animation is a cartoon book club podcast for all ages! Join lifelong cartoon fans Ryan Stevens and Brooke-Erin Smith every other week as they discuss classic cartoons through a modern lens and celebrate everything cartoons have to offer! more

A Podcast Hosted By Two Lifelong Friends Who Have A Lifelong Love For Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies! Join Marc and Jordan as they review the works from Termite Terrace and beyond, with a little bit of complete and total tomloonery thrown in. more

Youkoso, Youkoso to Let's Anime. Every other week hosts Dustin and Lindsay will share the shows and movies they've been watching from the world of anime. Join them and their guests as they keep up with the busy world of Japanese animation. Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. more

The Pemmy, Krissi & James Kinda-Sorta-Hopefully Funny Cartoon Podcast is a misadventure into the wide world of animation. Noted webcomic artist Pembroke W. Korgi is joined by Krissi Harding and James Irish to look back on Saturday Morning favorites, syndicated series, theatrical short subjects, Anime classics, and more! Pour a bowl of your favorite breakfast cereal and come join us! more

Do you love anime as much as we do? Great, come in and grab a table at the Otaku Host Club as we serve up discussions into what's hot and not in the world of Japanese animation! Become a Patron! https://www.patreon.com/otakuhostclubJOIN THE DISCUSSION ON - https://discord.gg/Ac5Gfr9WEBSITE - https://www.otakuhostclub.com/Email: ****@gmail.comInsta: @otakuhostclub more

Doug loves Pixar movies. Derek hasn't seen many of them. Together, they're going through Pixar's filmography -- chronologically, one movie at a time. New episodes as films release! more

Hosts, sisters and best friends discuss their favorite show in the world Phineas and Ferb.

Welcome to Toonhounds! Your fortnightly foray into all things animated! We're an animation show and tell where, every two weeks, we delve into a chosen topic, select a handful of animated shows and movies, provide analysis, trivia, and just talk some utter shite. more

Join host Michael Wakelam of the Creators Society as he interviews animation industry icons and innovators from companies such as Pixar, DreamWorks, Disney, Netflix, Sony, and many more! Tune in to hear from top executives, animators, writers, and producers, about their inspiring career journeys, and the projects they are working on next! Our host, Michael Wakelam, is an animator, writer, director, and the founder of Anthem Studios. Michael develops original children's media content and live-action screenplays from his studio in London. The Creators Society is a professional society for all disciplines of the animation industry founded by Eric Miller in 2015. Our mission is to bring the animation community together to build strong relationships, provide education, and form a better understanding of the different roles we all play in creating stories. We celebrate and promote the love of animation and all the talented Creators who breathe life and imagination into their work. more

Welcome to Animation Station: A Brazilian Dragon Production, where Felipe and AJ watch and discuss animated movies! Our first season is all about Pixar. more

Conversations About Animation

Grammy-nominated writer, author, and animation historian Greg Ehrbar celebrates the characters, cartoons, and other creations that were brought to life by Bill Hanna, Joe Barbera, and a host of others at one of Hollywood's greatest studios. Each episode features behind-the-scenes stories, fascinating facts, and special guests from entertainment and pop culture. more

Join Academy and Emmy award-winning producer Karen Dufilho as she swaps stories with some of the world's most dynamic artists in animation, film, design, and innovation. Listen in as they share a mix of the professional and personal, of success and setback, and how to make meaningful stuff in this complicated world. more

A podcast where a lesbian trans woman who's an animation enthusiast, her mother who's a teacher and has written a thesis on her love of videogames, and her Scooby-Doo-loving wife watch (mostly) animated movies and ask the eternal question: 'how's it hold up?' more

The befores & afters VFX podcast from journalist Ian Failes, covering the latest in visual effects, animation and virtual production. more

Scooby Panel is a podcast and web series dedicated to all things Scooby-Doo . Whether you're a lifelong fan or just discovering the Mystery Inc. gang, we dive deep into the world of Scooby-Doo with discussions on everything from art styles and character development to life lessons, real-life crimes, holiday specials, and beyond. We've even had the privilege of speaking with the talented creators and voices behind the scenes. If it's Scooby-Doo, we're talking about it! more

Key Frames is a podcast where we talk about anime the way it should be talked about. Join us as we cast a critical eye on that animation out of Japan! more

A podcast about the animation that fueled the early Internet.

In this series we talk to high profile executives in the animation and kids television industry. We aim to take a look at the person behind the title, find out a little more of what they do, how they got there, and maybe a little more about them along the way.Enjoy the journey.This series is powered by Liberi Consulting - https://libericonsulting.com/ - and hosted by Julian Scott, Animation Consultant more

Poitcast is a podcast dedicated to the beloved cartoon characters Pinky and The Brain. Join your hosts Mary Jo (Pines) and Kellie (Pluto) as they chronicle the evolution of the mice across the four shows they starred in; Animaniacs (1993), Pinky and The Brain (1995), Pinky, Elmyra, and The Brain (1998), and the Animaniacs Reboot (2020). They'll review each episode and discuss their favorite character moments, jokes, and pop-cultural references in addition to providing some trivia. Finally, each episode will receive a Narf Rating, a ten-scale rating system in which a One Narf Out of Ten is 'I resent this' and Ten Narfs Out of Ten is 'world-dominating'! Give a listen and help us spread the love for those funny little lab mice who want to take over the world! more

Jacob and Drew review animated movies and TV shows and discuss what they appreciate about them.

We're just three blokes talking about the amazing Australian animation Bluey. Wackadoo!

Befriending animators, 24 questions at a time. The Animator's Friend creates a platform where animators get to talk about themselves outside the context of their work. A questionnaire format, inspired by the 24 frames per second of animation, allows for lighthearted and unexpected conversation. more

Luke Ski, an industry Storyboarder, Writer, & Voice Actor (who is also a nerdy comedy musician), hosts a podcast on all things relating to cartoons & animation, and sometimes other things in pop-culture, with a different guest co-host in each episode! more

Not Just Tentacles is an anime and animation podcast by a newbie for newbies, talking about all things manga and anime in a straightforward, non gatekeepery way. more

A Star Wars Cartoon Podcast -- from 1978 to today.

Welcome to I 🩷 Animation! My name is Jonathan North, and I love animation! In every episode my friends and I get together to talk about all our favorite animated movies, TV, cartoons, and more! Disney Movies, Stop-Motion, Anime, Saturday Morning Cartoons; obscure, foreign, or indie animation; and so much more! With the occasional live-action nostalgia piece thrown in for good measure! This podcast has gone through several iterations, and while it now focuses primarily on animation, you can find more podcasts on all different kinds of topics on my YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/@jonjnorth more

Two Disney Adults cover all things Walt Disney Animation, Pixar, Star Wars, Marvel and all things animation. From reviews to debates to deep dives, The Disney Desk is on the case! more

Cartoon Soup is a podcast that focuses on animation. Please enjoy :)

Welcome to On 2s - where two buds dredge the bottoms of the seas of animation - and see what comes up!Art by Bernadette MeekerTheme music by Miles Morkri more

We all know about Disney cartoons right? Most people know animated movies from the Mouse House, well, this is a podcast that highlights animated features NOT from Disney. Other animation studios exist and it's time to talk about them. more

Two nerdy roommates watch and discuss animated feature films in chronological order! We cover history, storytelling, animation, trivia, and much more. Tune in every two weeks!Follow us on Twitter @BeffersAndBirdy for updates and amusing knee-jerk reactions. more

Just an open conversation about animation, and how media is affected by culture.

The Official Podcast of animationforadults.com

You're listening to Toon-In Talk, your rendezvous for animation and illusion of life interviews with Whitney Grace! Whitney Grace is a writer, appraiser, pop culture historian. She specializes in animation, comic books, puppetry, and video games. more

Julia Smuts Louw of Animation South Africa brings you Interviews with animation professionals from South Africa and beyond. Subscribe on iTunes - search Animation SA more

Under The Onion Skin is a podcast that peels back the layers of animated short films to reveal the heart and soul of the filmmaking process.Through informal interviews, we get to know the behind-the-scenes and personal side of animation from the perspective of the director. We talk about processes, takeaways, struggles, and achievements in a comfortable, playful, and light-hearted way.The podcast is dedicated to passionate people and students interested in the artistic and niche world of animation. Whether you are an animation enthusiast or an aspiring filmmaker, you'll find valuable insights and inspiration.Join us as we journey to animation festivals all around the world (atm especially in Europe), where we gather to show years of hard work and collect inspiration.https://giuliamartinelli.com/podcast more

A co-hosted discussion podcast about making animated films focusing on the craft of directing and production.

Animated Wonders is an Explosion Network podcast celebrating animation in all its forms—from Japanese anime to Hollywood hits and overlooked international gems, we're here to celebrate the stories that only animation can tell.Each episode dives deep into a single film, exploring its story, themes, cultural impact, and the artistry behind its animation. more

🎙️ The Toon Room Podcast — Where the Animation Industry Talks to ItselfThe Toon Room Podcast is your pass into the real world of animation and to the people making it, the challenges shaping it, and the future barreling toward it faster than anyone planned. From artists to showrunners, indie rebels to studio veterans, we sit down with the voices driving animation forward and we ask - Why don't you quit? 🤷‍♂️ Important - this podcast is less concerned about executive decisions and the ever changing business side of things. We are interested in people.So it's not promotional fluff or classroom theory. It's candid conversations about navigating careers in a rapidly-changing industry — from surviving the shift to AI, to landing gigs without losing your soul, to building resilience when the pipelines get tough.This podcast is recorded within the first and most awesomest community built by animators for animators we call The Toon Room. Anybody is welcome to join us on our podcast as we record it. So come on in.💥 Our mission is simple:To make animation less lonely — and a lot more connected.So pull up a chair in The Toon Room — thetoonroom.com👉 Let's vent, laugh, learn, and build the future of animation together. more

Ask The Animators is a podcast where Renowned Animator Tim Ingersoll and New Animator Brian Curl answer questions sent to the podcast, share real-world insights, stories, and advice about animation, from creativity to breaking into the business. Tune in weekly to learn, get inspired, and hear directly from the people bringing animation to life.  more

T he Animation Career Community Podcast where we answer your questions on how to grow, maintain and transform your animation career at every stage. more

A discussion and analysis of animation in different formats, from different geographies, and of varying scope and focus. Dr. Animaction's Animation History is here to discuss animation and everything adjacent to it in all of it's forms! Check out Dr. Animaction's videos on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvzfWZAz4m970A2OtcdfuSw Take a look at Dr. Animaction's other work and projects on his website: https://dranimaction.com/ Find Dr. Animaction on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.animaction more

Two laymen who love animation talk about cartoons and sometimes video games or comics or books, but the focus is really on animation. more

A podcast about 1970s animation!

An interview podcast hosted by Adam Lauture, focused on highlighting the work of creatives across and beyond the animation industry!(Opinions are my own and do not represent any current or future employers.) more

  A Couple More Minutes is a podcast where a couple of veterans of the animation and video game industry talk about exactly that…….ANIMATION & VIDEO GAMES!! more

Friends Steve and Rob dive into the world of animation! From comics and video games to animated TV shows and movies. Tune in with us as we explore stories, characters, history, and the creative minds behind your favorites. Come hop on the ADHD Train with us! more