60 Best Animation Podcasts
Animation Podcasts
Here are 60 Best Animation Podcasts worth listening to in 2023
1. Overly Animated Podcast
Dallas, Texas, US
Welcome to the Overly Animated Podcast, where we take animation seriously! We talk about anything animation we're passionate about here, particularly Miraculous Ladybug & The Owl House, and more! New podcasts will be out every other Wednesday.
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Play⋅ 989 ⋅1 episode / week ⋅ Avg Length 93 min ⋅ Jun 2015 Get Email Contact More
2. Skwigly Animation Podcasts
UK
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.
Also in UK Animation Podcasts
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Play⋅ 5.1K⋅ 12.7K ⋅1 episode / week ⋅ Avg Length 48 min Get Email Contact More
3. Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | Rotoscopers
Gilbert, Arizona, US
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! In each episode the hosts - Morgan Stradling, Chelsea Robson & Mason Smith - 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 people from the animation world!
rotoscopers.com/ca..
Play⋅ 10.8K⋅ 11.8K ⋅2 episodes / quarter ⋅ Avg Length 44 min ⋅ Feb 2012 Get Email Contact More
4. The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast
Nashville, Tennessee, US
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.
bancroftbros.libsy..
Play⋅ 3.6K⋅ 534 ⋅1 episode / month ⋅ Avg Length 61 min ⋅ Aug 2014 Get Email Contact More
5. Animation Destination
Louisville, Kentucky, US
Animation Destination is an animation celebration podcast dedicated to all things animated. Western animation, anime, independent animation, voice acting, and more!
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Play⋅ 3.2K⋅ 177 ⋅4 episodes / month ⋅ Avg Length 83 min ⋅ Nov 2014 Get Email Contact More
6. Generation Animation
Miami, Florida, US
Generation Animation is your in-depth look at all things animated. Cartoons, anime, CG, shorts, you name it! If it's animated, Generation Animation will break it down with expert discussion and amusing banter.
fanoffmedia.com/sh..
Play⋅ 251⋅ 219 ⋅1 episode / week ⋅ Avg Length 102 min ⋅ Oct 2013 Get Email Contact More
7. RebelTaxi's Pizza Party Podcast
Spectrum City, Texas, US
I'm a Youtuber who talks about animation and design characters. Join in now and listen to the World's greatest Animation Podcast.
rebeltaxi.podbean.com
Play⋅ 8.4K⋅ 93.7K ⋅6 episodes / quarter ⋅ Avg Length 73 min ⋅ Jan 2015 Get Email Contact More
8. School of Motion Podcast
Bradenton, Florida, US
A show for MoGraph artists by MoGraph artists. We interview designers, Animators, Producers, and other folks related to our industry. 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.
Also in Motion Design Podcasts, Adobe Podcasts
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Play⋅ 74.1K⋅ 37.2K⋅ 64.6K ⋅1 episode / month ⋅ Avg Length 83 min Get Email Contact More
9. What A Cartoon Podcast
Berkeley, California, US
From the creators of Talking Simpsons comes What A Cartoon, an audio exploration of every cartoon ever. Join hosts Henry Gilbert and Bob Mackey as well as several guests for an in-depth look at a different episode of a different cartoon every week.
Also in TV Shows Podcasts, Cartoon Podcasts
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Play⋅ 13.2K ⋅2 episodes / month ⋅ Avg Length 101 min ⋅ Mar 2018 Get Email Contact More
10. Directing Animation Livecast
Ogden, Utah, US
In-depth conversations with top producers and directors in the Animation Industry. Join director/animator Scott Wiser on his journey toward directing his first animated feature film.
anchor.fm/directin..
Play⋅ 331⋅ 394 ⋅1 episode / month ⋅ Avg Length 47 min ⋅ Jan 2020 Get Email Contact More
11. Kids Animate
Hello, and welcome to Kids Animate! The podcast that covers the basics of animation and digital art, for kids! This is the podcast for kids who like to draw and want to learn how to animate. New episodes every Saturday at 12 A.M. EST, plus random bonus episodes occasionally!
anchor.fm/kidsanimate
Play 1 episode / week ⋅ Avg Length 12 min ⋅ Sep 2020 Get Email Contact More
12. Animation Nation
We give you news information and a few topics surrounding the world of animation and bits of other pop culture. New episodes are up every Saturday and/or Sunday.
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Play⋅ 6 ⋅2 episodes / month ⋅ Avg Length 37 min ⋅ Aug 2019 Get Email Contact More
13. The Business of Animation Podcast
South Africa
'The Business of Animation Podcast' presented by Cabblow Studios is a podcast dedicated to helping budding animation entrepreneurs create their own financially sustainable businesses and personally fulfilling & enjoyable creative careers. Kabelo 'Cabblow' Maaka is your host and a budding entrepreneur herself. Listen as Cabblow shares business lessons on the journey of building her own animation empire through Cabblow Studios.
anchor.fm/bizofanim
Play⋅ 753 ⋅2 episodes / quarter ⋅ Avg Length 39 min ⋅ Feb 2020 Get Email Contact More
14. Animation Industry Podcast
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Welcome to AIP, the Animation Industry Podcast! Here you'll find interviews from today's top leaders in the animation industry on topics like - the best way to pitch a show, how to successfully market your work online, what kind of skills will get your dream job, and more! Who's running this podcast? My name is Terry, and I'm a stop motion animator. I'm soaking up as much knowledge about the animation industry as I can, and sharing what I learn along the way.
terryibele.com/ani..
Play⋅ 196⋅ 543⋅ 4.4K ⋅1 episode / week ⋅ Avg Length 56 min ⋅ Dec 2018 Get Email Contact More
15. Straight Ahead Animation Podcast
Atlanta, Georgia, US
On the Straight Ahead Animation Podcast, we interview and spotlight rising BIPOC voices in the Animation Industry. We want our guest to share their early experiences working at their first industry job and their transition from being a student to an industry professional. We want to spotlight these rising BIPOC voices because these are the voices that will shape the Animation Industry in the future.
anchor.fm/straight..
Play⋅ 736 ⋅1 episode / month ⋅ Avg Length 53 min ⋅ Jan 2021 Get Email Contact More
16. Fanimated
US
Welcome to Fanimated: an animation fan podcast where we get a chance to geek out about our favorite animated media. Join Kelly and her friends as they discuss animated television, films, games, and more!
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Play⋅ 96⋅ 15 ⋅1 episode / week ⋅ Avg Length 67 min ⋅ Sep 2018 Get Email Contact More
17. DIS-Order: Every Disney Film
Los Angeles, California, US
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.
Also in Animation Movies Podcasts
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Play⋅ 2.2K⋅ 994 ⋅1 episode / month ⋅ Avg Length 184 min ⋅ May 2017 Get Email Contact More
18. Fantasy/Animation
London, England, UK
Christopher Holliday researches animation history and digital media at King's College London (UK). Alexander Sergeant is a Lecturer in Film and Media Studies at the University of Portsmouth (UK), specialising in the history and theory of fantasy cinema. In 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.
Also in Animation History Podcasts
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Play⋅ 410⋅ 921 ⋅1 episode / week ⋅ Avg Length 40 min Get Email Contact More
19. The ThawedCast: Conversations About Animation
Los Angeles, California, US
Join in and listen to the Conversations About Animation hosted by Philip A. Ehlke and Dawson Ehlke.
thawedcast.com
Play⋅ 12 ⋅1 episode / week ⋅ Avg Length 83 min ⋅ Oct 2018 Get Email Contact More
20. Disney History Institute Podcast
The Disney History Institute Podcast exploring the history of animation and of early cinematic amusement parks.
Also in Disney Podcasts
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Play⋅ 9K⋅ 5K ⋅1 episode / week ⋅ Avg Length 42 min Get Email Contact More
21. Creators Society Animation Podcast
US
If you love everything animation this podcast is for you! Join host Michael Wakelam as he has exciting conversations with creators from all across the animation industry on topics ranging from personal stories, careers, the craft, the history, and the business of animation. The Creators Society is a group of passionate, friendly, and respectable creators working in different areas of animation from development through distribution. We work to bring these members of the animation community together through education and networking.
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Play⋅ 875⋅ 188 ⋅6 episodes / quarter ⋅ Avg Length 56 min ⋅ Jan 2021 Get Email Contact More
22. Nation of Animation
Chicago, Illinois, US
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!
spreaker.com/show/..
Play⋅ 28 ⋅1 episode / week ⋅ Avg Length 60 min ⋅ Jan 2021 Get Email Contact More
23. CARTOONERIFIC! Classic Animated Cartoons
New York, US
Fun Talk about Classic hand-drawn animation, as well as interviews with animators, actors, and creators who make the fun happen! We review cartoons past and present and even have shows devoted to theme parks, animation art collecting, and cartoon memorabilia. We will talk about Disney, Warner Bros, Hanna Barbera, MGM, Don Bluth, Ralph Bakshi, Fleischer, Terrytoons, Filmation, and much more. It's all things cartoons. It's Cartoonerific! With your host, Animator Brian Mitchell.
cartoonerific.com/..
Play⋅ 11 ⋅1 episode / week ⋅ Avg Length 70 min Get Email Contact More
24. Animation Celery
Matsy and Micah are a couple of cartoon enthusiasts who have decided to torture/enlighten themselves by assigning each other classic cartoons to watch. Hear them discuss animation from the old days, and decide whether your childhood has been ruined, or if you need to revisit some hidden gems.
animationcelery.po..
Play 1 episode / week ⋅ Avg Length 78 min ⋅ Mar 2021 Get Email Contact More
25. Movie Bytes
Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, US
Movie Bytes is an Animated Disney Movie podcast. Dedicated to reviewing all Classic Animated Disney Movies in the official canon. Starting with Snow White and working our way to the present day. Episodes release once a month!
Also in Disney Movie Podcasts
anchor.fm/movie-bytes
Play⋅ 47 ⋅2 episodes / year ⋅ Avg Length 74 min Get Email Contact More
26. Motion Hatch
UK
Motion Hatch is a bi-weekly podcast hosted by veteran motion designer Hayley Akins, discussing the business side of animation and motion design that so many creatives struggle with. Offering quality practical advice and insight for freelance, full-time or aspiring animators, illustrators, and motion designers, hear from a wide range of voices within the industry, including how leading animators started out, tips on managing your business, and career advice.
Also in Graphic Design Podcasts
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Play⋅ 2.8K⋅ 5.2K⋅ 24.7K ⋅1 episode / quarter ⋅ Avg Length 43 min Get Email Contact More
27. creativity of imagination,
The part I will be doing is talking about animation/film. Also some 3d animation and illustration. Then, I will give an overview of myself, and my artwork some inspiration.
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Play⋅ 2 ⋅8 episodes / year ⋅ Avg Length 19 min ⋅ Oct 2019 Get Email Contact More
28. Draw me a Story - An Animation Podcast
Puerto Rico, US
Join us as young animators of the industry discuss and dissect animated films and tv shows. We believe animation is a medium that can be used for all kinds of stories and we're here to give our thoughts and have fun along the way.
drawmeastory.buzzs..
Play⋅ 338⋅ 51 ⋅11 episodes / year ⋅ Avg Length 75 min ⋅ Sep 2020 Get Email Contact More
29. Acme Podcasts Inc
Two laymen who love animation talk about cartoons and sometimes video games or comics or books, but the focus is really on animation.
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Play⋅ 8 ⋅2 episodes / month ⋅ Avg Length 124 min ⋅ Jan 2020 Get Email Contact More
30. The iAnimate.net Podcast
UK
iAnimate.net is a complete set of workshops designed to target all your animation needs. And in an effort to keep the communication coming, we've decided to invade the airwaves we these podcasts! We'll be talking about animation, the industry, and have interviews with industry professionals and another guest that pertain to our field.
ianimate.net/podcasts
Play⋅ 128.4K⋅ 16.2K ⋅1 episode / month ⋅ Avg Length 72 min Get Email Contact More
31. blendermania3d.com
Los Angeles, California, US
The mission behind BlenderMania is to get even the average person who has no idea about 3D arts to be able to master it so completely that they are able to create anything they see in their imagination and bring it to life in BLENDER! How we do this is through a step by the step learning process that starts at the very beginning and goes all the way to the more advanced things you need to know within Blender. We teach people the art of 3D.
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Play⋅ 3.3K ⋅ Jan 2020 Get Email Contact More
32. RubberOnion Animation Podcasts
New York City, New York, US
RubberOnion Animation Podcasts is about tutorials, community forums, and live events, owned and operated by Brooklyn Animator Stephen Brooks.
rubberonion.com/po..
Play⋅ 1.2K⋅ 1.3K⋅ 1.4K ⋅2 episodes / quarter ⋅ Avg Length 107 min ⋅ Oct 2013 Get Email Contact More
33. Drawn To It Podcast
This podcast, hosted by veteran animator Brian Finlay is about creative driven people and their journey. Not only do we talk about their successes but we also talk about the failures that come along the way, how do they overcome when the odds are against them? How do they ignore the 'nay' Sayers? Why do they go to bed and wake up thinking about their artistic passion? To put it in simple terms, they are Drawn To It!
drawntoit.podbean.com
Play⋅ 565⋅ 28 ⋅ Jan 2020 Get Email Contact More
34. Defenders Of The Night
Saint Louis, Missouri, US
We are Defenders Of The Night - the most trusted source for top-to-bottom coverage of everyone's favorite mid-90s animated program - Gargoyles! Every week hosts Daniel and Liz will dissect and discuss the wonderful world of Disney's Gargoyles from the point of view of aging fans of animation. With a drink in hand, we'll take a look at what still works, what misses the mark, and what obvious romantic relationships were brewing.
calamitycast.com/d..
Play⋅ 307⋅ 166 ⋅7 episodes / year ⋅ Avg Length 56 min ⋅ Apr 2020 Get Email Contact More
35. Black N' Animated Podcast
Los Angeles, California, US
An animation podcast to educate, inform and inspire black artists pursuing careers in animation. Hosted by Breana Williams and Waymond Singleton.
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Play⋅ 7.4K⋅ 414 ⋅ Mar 2018 Get Email Contact More
36. Whelmed : the Young Justice files
Happy Harbor, Rhode Island, US
Join Rich and Caleb for an in-depth analysis of the Young Justice animated show. This podcast will dig into each episode in detail, discussing everything from Amazo to Zeta Beams. Beyond discussing the amazing story, the podcast will also feature special guests who share their love for the show and bonus episodes that focus on specific characters. Thanks for listening and stay whelmed.
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Play⋅ 341⋅ 2.2K ⋅18 episodes / year ⋅ Avg Length 52 min ⋅ Oct 2016 Get Email Contact More
37. The DIY Animation Show
Austin, Texas, US
The do-it-yourself guide for independent animators. Learn tips and tricks to make your own animated web series, shorts, features, and gifs! Hosted by Jessica Doll and Lauren Morse.
diyanimationshow.t..
Play⋅ 126⋅ 40 ⋅ Dec 2016 Get Email Contact More
38. CONTENTBREAKER
Four fanboys gather weekly to discuss and reminisce about classic and current cartoons, anime, and shows that aired in the 90s through today!
contentbreaker.pod..
Play⋅ 8 ⋅4 episodes / quarter ⋅ Avg Length 58 min ⋅ Dec 2020 Get Email Contact More
39. Masters of Motion
Australia
Masters of Motion is a podcast, website, and social media channel, that provides the world with an insight into the Australian and New Zealand Animation industry. Comprising of a podcast and online gallery featuring outstanding motion design, animation, and visual effects work. Our mission is to celebrate Australia's motion artists and to inspire the next generation of motion designers, animators, visual effects, and 3-D artists.
mastersofmotion.co..
Play⋅ 546⋅ 398 ⋅2 episodes / month ⋅ Avg Length 66 min ⋅ Nov 2016 Get Email Contact More
40. ToonCast
US
ToonCast Classic is the GCRN's Cartoons of yesterYear review podcast. Join us as we reminisce with special guests & interview voice actors. So Toon In!
geekcastradio.com/..
Play⋅ 985⋅ 1.1K ⋅ Jun 2009 Get Email Contact More
41. Saturday Mourning Cartoons
North Virginia, US
The Collider Weekly podcast for all things animation, including news, reviews, and interviews.
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Play⋅ 3.3K⋅ 1.1K ⋅ Nov 2015 Get Email Contact More
42. Cartoon Logic
Welcome to Thad Komorowski and Bob Jaques' podcast examining the best classic cartoons ever made. That's just what we'll be diving into each episode: historical overviews on a given topic, scene-by-scene analysis and highlights from classic shorts, intricate breakdowns from an animator's POV, occasional animator and historian guests, all you could ever want to know about ancient cartoons in this modern age, from two gents who've done the research and are just bursting to share that knowledge with our listenership.
cartoonlogic.libsy..
Play⋅ 109 ⋅1 episode / year ⋅ Avg Length 113 min ⋅ Sep 2019 Get Email Contact More
43. Directors In Animation Podcast
UK
A podcast about the ups and downs of directing animation films and series. Hosted by Avgousta Zourelidi (Moominvalley / Monster High / Angry Birds).
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Play⋅ 121 ⋅ Apr 2019 Get Email Contact More
44. The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation Professionals
Burbank, California, US
The Animated Journey is a biweekly podcast featuring interviews with professionals in the animation industry working in television, film, and games. Learn how they became professionals in the field and how they stay motivated to create great work.
Also in Animation Blogs
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Play⋅ 467 ⋅ Feb 2016 Get Email Contact More
45. Greyscalegorilla Podcast
Chicago, Illinois, US
A show for creatives who want to learn about motion design, 3D rendering, Cinema 4D, working with clients, and much more.
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Play⋅ 67.7K⋅ 33.4K⋅ 120.6K ⋅2 episodes / year ⋅ Avg Length 61 min ⋅ Apr 2011 Get Email Contact More
46. Cabbage Club: Animation
Join Casey Gibbons and Kaden Brigance inside the cabbage patch for the ultimate breakdown of the latest and hottest animation. Dig deeper into your favorite animation movies and series, from western animation to eastern anime, and share your thoughts and opinions with the growing community.
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47. Cynical Cartoons
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Every week, we take a look at a weird piece of animation history! Whether that's a kids cartoon based on an R rated action movie or an ill-conceived reboot, we're gonna break it down. I'm here if you need to talk!
sanspantsradio.com..
Play⋅ 5.3K⋅ 8K ⋅ Jan 2014 Get Email Contact More
48. AnimDojo
London, England, UK
The AnimDojo Podcast is a bit different from other animation podcasts, as we chat to all levels of artists, not just the masters, giving no-nonsense practical tips & advice.
soundcloud.com/ani..
Play⋅ 3K⋅ 1.6K ⋅ Mar 2018 Get Email Contact More
49. The Magical Animation Podcast
Join in and go through the animation journey with Liam The Magic Man.
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Play Jul 2020 Get Email Contact More
50. Melanin Animated Podcast
The Melanin Animated Podcastis strictly for teaching, learning, and discussing the rights and wrongs in the animation industry. Doing so, podcast hosts: Kyla (CEO) & Imani (Co-Founder) will give their honest review that pertains to anything animation. While proving black girls do indeed watch cartoons!
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Play Apr 2020 Get Email Contact More
51. Animation Happy Hour
Los Angeles, California, US
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.
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Play⋅ 287 ⋅5 episodes / year ⋅ Avg Length 119 min ⋅ Dec 2019 Get Email Contact More
Animation Podcasters
Podcaster Name | Podcast Link | Total Episodes | |
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Natalie | anchor.fm | 224 | |
Fanimated | buzzsprout.com | 71 | |
Disney History Institute | disneyhistoryinstitute.com | 60 | |
Animation Industry Podcast | terryibele.com | 48 | |
animationcelery | animationcelery.podbean.com | 47 | |
Rotoscopers | rotoscopers.com | 45 | |
Ray Mendoza Landa & Yuki Okamura-Wong | anchor.fm | 41 | |
Overly Animated | overlyanimated.com | 37 | |
contentbreaker | contentbreaker.podbean.com | 37 | |
Fantasy/Animation | fantasy-animation.org | 34 |
Animation Podcast Topics
Animation Podcasts By Category
Category | No. of Podcasts |
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VFX Podcasts | 18 |
Animation History Podcasts | 8 |
Animation Podcasts By Country
Country | No. of Podcasts |
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UK Animation Podcasts | 6 |