Nation of Animation
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Welcome to Nation of Animation! A cartoon book club Bluesky account for a cartoon book club podcast!
Hosted by @ryanstevens.Bsky.social and @WhoisBrooke.bsky.social
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nation-of-animation/id1547101103
Hosted by @ryanstevens.Bsky.social and @WhoisBrooke.bsky.social
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nation-of-animation/id1547101103
We’ve finally returned! And naturally we’re discussing the surprise smash hit of 2025- KPop Demon Hunters! There’s never been a better time to hop on the podcast!
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November 22, 2025 at 4:53 PM
We’ve finally returned! And naturally we’re discussing the surprise smash hit of 2025- KPop Demon Hunters! There’s never been a better time to hop on the podcast!
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We know it’s been awhile, but we’re still here!
We’re taking this brief hiatus to re-upload our episodes to YouTube, so subscribe and re-live your favorite episodes from the start!
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We’re taking this brief hiatus to re-upload our episodes to YouTube, so subscribe and re-live your favorite episodes from the start!
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Nation of Animation Podcast
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 a...
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October 2, 2025 at 5:37 PM
We know it’s been awhile, but we’re still here!
We’re taking this brief hiatus to re-upload our episodes to YouTube, so subscribe and re-live your favorite episodes from the start!
youtube.com/@nationofani...
We’re taking this brief hiatus to re-upload our episodes to YouTube, so subscribe and re-live your favorite episodes from the start!
youtube.com/@nationofani...
This week, we cover the cartoon that Disney DOESN'T WANT YOU TO SEE! The unlisted, unstreamable, unmistakable hybrid workplace comedy/ clip show House of Mouse! We talk the legacy of the Disney Sensational Six, Clarabelle Cow, and that darn Mortimer Mouse!
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August 9, 2025 at 5:43 PM
This week, we cover the cartoon that Disney DOESN'T WANT YOU TO SEE! The unlisted, unstreamable, unmistakable hybrid workplace comedy/ clip show House of Mouse! We talk the legacy of the Disney Sensational Six, Clarabelle Cow, and that darn Mortimer Mouse!
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Ryan, Brooke, and professional actor/writer/friend of the pod Lilly Heidari crack open history books AND comic books as they read Marjane Satrapi's adaptation of her autobiographical graphic novel, Persepolis! We talk, living in historic events, culture, expatriation, & reading comics in college.
July 12, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Ryan, Brooke, and professional actor/writer/friend of the pod Lilly Heidari crack open history books AND comic books as they read Marjane Satrapi's adaptation of her autobiographical graphic novel, Persepolis! We talk, living in historic events, culture, expatriation, & reading comics in college.
Strap on that diapy and get that thumb out of your mouth! These babies have gotta do what a baby's gotta do, and in this case, these babies have got to talk about Rugrats! We break down the perspective of babyhood, the drag of being all growed up, the majesty of Cynthia, & so much more!
June 28, 2025 at 3:27 PM
Strap on that diapy and get that thumb out of your mouth! These babies have gotta do what a baby's gotta do, and in this case, these babies have got to talk about Rugrats! We break down the perspective of babyhood, the drag of being all growed up, the majesty of Cynthia, & so much more!
We’re on Letterboxd now! Follow us there and see all our thoughts on the movies we cover on the podcast!
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Nation of Animation’s profile
Nation of uses Letterboxd to share film reviews and lists. 54 films watched. Bio: Nation of Animation is a cartoon book club podcast for all ages (though there is occasional swearing)! Join lifelong c...
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June 26, 2025 at 3:05 PM
We’re on Letterboxd now! Follow us there and see all our thoughts on the movies we cover on the podcast!
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This week on Nation of Animation we bring you some behind the scenes story time of the making of our Atlanta Fringe Audio special, 'The Indigo Twins.' If you haven’t had a chance to hear the last episode, it's the perfect week for a double feature! Plus animation news and your questions!
June 7, 2025 at 3:05 PM
This week on Nation of Animation we bring you some behind the scenes story time of the making of our Atlanta Fringe Audio special, 'The Indigo Twins.' If you haven’t had a chance to hear the last episode, it's the perfect week for a double feature! Plus animation news and your questions!
We are recording a ‘Making Of’ episode this week! Send us your questions!
Our audio drama is now on the main Nation of Animation feed! Never been a better time to listen!
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June 4, 2025 at 4:29 PM
We are recording a ‘Making Of’ episode this week! Send us your questions!
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NEW EPISODE! In this special, we take a deep dive into the classic UK cartoon DANGER MOUSE! From the creation and creators, to the cast and legacy of the show, I leave no stone unturned! Join us for a look at this international classic.
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128 SPECIAL - Danger Mouse (UK)
Podcast Episode · The Saturday Morning Podcast · 05/24/2025 · 57m
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May 24, 2025 at 10:30 AM
NEW EPISODE! In this special, we take a deep dive into the classic UK cartoon DANGER MOUSE! From the creation and creators, to the cast and legacy of the show, I leave no stone unturned! Join us for a look at this international classic.
Find it here: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1...
Find it here: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1...
Our audio drama is now on the main Nation of Animation feed! Never been a better time to listen!
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May 24, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Our audio drama is now on the main Nation of Animation feed! Never been a better time to listen!
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Our Atlanta Fringe Audio special, The Indigo Twins, is out now!
A beloved show no one remembers, an obsession that just won’t quit— is nostalgia really all that bad?
Listen here, or catch it in the main NoA feed this Saturday!
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A beloved show no one remembers, an obsession that just won’t quit— is nostalgia really all that bad?
Listen here, or catch it in the main NoA feed this Saturday!
atlfringe.podbean.com/e/the-indigo...
May 21, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Our Atlanta Fringe Audio special, The Indigo Twins, is out now!
A beloved show no one remembers, an obsession that just won’t quit— is nostalgia really all that bad?
Listen here, or catch it in the main NoA feed this Saturday!
atlfringe.podbean.com/e/the-indigo...
A beloved show no one remembers, an obsession that just won’t quit— is nostalgia really all that bad?
Listen here, or catch it in the main NoA feed this Saturday!
atlfringe.podbean.com/e/the-indigo...
This week we celebrate 3 decades of Toy Story — and more importantly, 3 decades of Brooke!! Happy birthday to both of these incredible titans of animation and incredible sources of joy! Join us as we celebrate these little computer-animated toys and the film that put Pixar on the map
April 27, 2025 at 3:24 PM
This week we celebrate 3 decades of Toy Story — and more importantly, 3 decades of Brooke!! Happy birthday to both of these incredible titans of animation and incredible sources of joy! Join us as we celebrate these little computer-animated toys and the film that put Pixar on the map
This week, we finally get outside and play some dang RECESS! We talk about the 90s series’ approach to ensemble, youth, and uhhhhh politics (sometimes canny, sometimes truly wretched!) in this thrilling episode!
April 12, 2025 at 6:26 PM
This week, we finally get outside and play some dang RECESS! We talk about the 90s series’ approach to ensemble, youth, and uhhhhh politics (sometimes canny, sometimes truly wretched!) in this thrilling episode!
It’s time for March Madness, so break out your brackets and get your parlay ready! Ryan has asssembled a list of 16 eligible fellas from across all of anime, and we’re gonna pit them against each other for Brooke’s affection! Who will win it all? The answer may surprise you - it sure surprised us!
March 29, 2025 at 4:09 PM
It’s time for March Madness, so break out your brackets and get your parlay ready! Ryan has asssembled a list of 16 eligible fellas from across all of anime, and we’re gonna pit them against each other for Brooke’s affection! Who will win it all? The answer may surprise you - it sure surprised us!
TOMORROW
March Madness is here! Brooke fills out the Hot Anime Man bracket to choose her ultimate anime boytoy! Fill out your own bracket and see which hunk reigns supreme in tomorrow’s new episode!
March Madness is here! Brooke fills out the Hot Anime Man bracket to choose her ultimate anime boytoy! Fill out your own bracket and see which hunk reigns supreme in tomorrow’s new episode!
March 28, 2025 at 8:30 PM
TOMORROW
March Madness is here! Brooke fills out the Hot Anime Man bracket to choose her ultimate anime boytoy! Fill out your own bracket and see which hunk reigns supreme in tomorrow’s new episode!
March Madness is here! Brooke fills out the Hot Anime Man bracket to choose her ultimate anime boytoy! Fill out your own bracket and see which hunk reigns supreme in tomorrow’s new episode!
EPISODE 100! We’ve made it!
Listen as Ryan and Brooke rank their Top Ten favorite animated series of all time, and listen as past guests join us to talk about their favorites too! It’s all good vibes and warm memories! If this is your hundredth episode or your first, thank you!
Listen as Ryan and Brooke rank their Top Ten favorite animated series of all time, and listen as past guests join us to talk about their favorites too! It’s all good vibes and warm memories! If this is your hundredth episode or your first, thank you!
March 15, 2025 at 3:00 PM
EPISODE 100! We’ve made it!
Listen as Ryan and Brooke rank their Top Ten favorite animated series of all time, and listen as past guests join us to talk about their favorites too! It’s all good vibes and warm memories! If this is your hundredth episode or your first, thank you!
Listen as Ryan and Brooke rank their Top Ten favorite animated series of all time, and listen as past guests join us to talk about their favorites too! It’s all good vibes and warm memories! If this is your hundredth episode or your first, thank you!
Congrats to the makers of In The Shadow of the Cypress — Ryan’s sleeper pick for animated shorts!
‘In The Shadow Of The Cypress’ wins the Oscar for Best Animated Short Film. #Oscars
March 3, 2025 at 12:47 AM
Congrats to the makers of In The Shadow of the Cypress — Ryan’s sleeper pick for animated shorts!
Glory to the incredible makers of Flow and to the animation empire of Latvia!!
March 3, 2025 at 12:46 AM
Glory to the incredible makers of Flow and to the animation empire of Latvia!!
It’s Oscar Season! And we watch/discuss/rank all the Oscar nominated animated feature and short films! Who’s coming out on top? What are the big trends? Will stop-motion get its due? Listen and find out!
March 1, 2025 at 3:57 PM
It’s Oscar Season! And we watch/discuss/rank all the Oscar nominated animated feature and short films! Who’s coming out on top? What are the big trends? Will stop-motion get its due? Listen and find out!
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Listen. A lot of yall in the last few weeks put your energy into the Philadelphia Eagles.
I'm just gonna say it now. With baseball season coming up you need to be putting your energy specifically into Nick Castellanos. We need to be rooting for this man to hit as many home runs as possible.
IYKYK.
I'm just gonna say it now. With baseball season coming up you need to be putting your energy specifically into Nick Castellanos. We need to be rooting for this man to hit as many home runs as possible.
IYKYK.
February 20, 2025 at 12:22 AM
Listen. A lot of yall in the last few weeks put your energy into the Philadelphia Eagles.
I'm just gonna say it now. With baseball season coming up you need to be putting your energy specifically into Nick Castellanos. We need to be rooting for this man to hit as many home runs as possible.
IYKYK.
I'm just gonna say it now. With baseball season coming up you need to be putting your energy specifically into Nick Castellanos. We need to be rooting for this man to hit as many home runs as possible.
IYKYK.
New episode time! We’ve finally watched the most recent Ghibli film, and we take a big stumbling trip down memory lane! Come for the birds, stay for the memories of loved ones long past!
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February 8, 2025 at 7:55 PM
New episode time! We’ve finally watched the most recent Ghibli film, and we take a big stumbling trip down memory lane! Come for the birds, stay for the memories of loved ones long past!
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Happy new year! We're starting 2025 by checking in with the first show we ever covered - the recent seasons of Bob's Burgers! Join us as we discuss the perils of long-running series, stagnation, staying fresh, how we'd do on Survivor, The Iron Claw, and much, much more!
January 11, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Happy new year! We're starting 2025 by checking in with the first show we ever covered - the recent seasons of Bob's Burgers! Join us as we discuss the perils of long-running series, stagnation, staying fresh, how we'd do on Survivor, The Iron Claw, and much, much more!
Pod Bless Us, Every One!
Nation of Animation celebrates the holidays with THREE Christmas Carols! Richard Williams’ 1971 masterpiece!
The timeless Mickey’s Christmas Carol!
And also the Jim Carey one.
Happy holidays from Nation of Animation!
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Nation of Animation celebrates the holidays with THREE Christmas Carols! Richard Williams’ 1971 masterpiece!
The timeless Mickey’s Christmas Carol!
And also the Jim Carey one.
Happy holidays from Nation of Animation!
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December 21, 2024 at 4:19 PM
Pod Bless Us, Every One!
Nation of Animation celebrates the holidays with THREE Christmas Carols! Richard Williams’ 1971 masterpiece!
The timeless Mickey’s Christmas Carol!
And also the Jim Carey one.
Happy holidays from Nation of Animation!
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Nation of Animation celebrates the holidays with THREE Christmas Carols! Richard Williams’ 1971 masterpiece!
The timeless Mickey’s Christmas Carol!
And also the Jim Carey one.
Happy holidays from Nation of Animation!
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Our Thanksgiving gorging is finally nigh! We study under the tutelage of Kung Fu Panda, and ask the big questions about the universe — what is fate? What is the soul? How many of these dang things are they planning to make??
December 7, 2024 at 3:24 PM
Our Thanksgiving gorging is finally nigh! We study under the tutelage of Kung Fu Panda, and ask the big questions about the universe — what is fate? What is the soul? How many of these dang things are they planning to make??
We finally talk about everyone’s favorite Disney classic, THE LION KING…2!
Star-crossed Lion lovers, messy legacies, and a look at the Over the Garden Wall 10th anniversary special, featuring a drive-by from @freddiepowpow.bsky.social — this one has it all!
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Star-crossed Lion lovers, messy legacies, and a look at the Over the Garden Wall 10th anniversary special, featuring a drive-by from @freddiepowpow.bsky.social — this one has it all!
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November 16, 2024 at 5:16 PM
We finally talk about everyone’s favorite Disney classic, THE LION KING…2!
Star-crossed Lion lovers, messy legacies, and a look at the Over the Garden Wall 10th anniversary special, featuring a drive-by from @freddiepowpow.bsky.social — this one has it all!
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...
Star-crossed Lion lovers, messy legacies, and a look at the Over the Garden Wall 10th anniversary special, featuring a drive-by from @freddiepowpow.bsky.social — this one has it all!
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...