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Back to the Future: The Animated Series Review

TFG1 Mike and Steve Megatron revisit the 1990s animated spin-off of the Back to the Future film trilogy. They discuss the series' formulaic structure, the inclusion of li

X-Men: The Animated Series Season 5 Review

The hosts discuss the final season of X-Men: The Animated Series, covering production challenges, shifts in animation studios, and specific episodes like The Phalanx Cove

Inside Out Review

We take a break from our X-Men coverage to revisit the emotional world of Pixar's Inside Out. We discuss the film's unique approach to visualizing childhood emotions, the

X-Men The Animated Series Season 4 Breakdown

The hosts discuss the fourth season of the 90s X-Men animated series using the episode order guide provided by showrunner Eric Leewald in his book, 'Previously on X-Men.'

Superman: The Animated Series Season 1 Review

This episode explores the inaugural season of Superman: The Animated Series, looking back at how the show's creative team adapted the Man of Steel for television in 1996.

X-Men The Animated Series Season 3 Review

We break down the highs and lows of the third season of X-Men: The Animated Series, focusing on the epic scale of the Phoenix and Dark Phoenix sagas. We discuss the chall

X-Men The Animated Series Season 2 Review

The hosts discuss the second season of X-Men: The Animated Series, covering its 13-episode run from 1993 to 1994. They break down the character-driven nature of the seaso

SWAT Kats: The Radical Squadron Review

The hosts discuss the two-season run of the 90s animated series SWAT Kats: The Radical Squadron. The episode covers the show's origins, voice cast, and transition to a mo

Remembering the Career of June Foray

TFG1 Mike, Doug Abel, and Mr. Neal gather to pay tribute to the late, legendary voice actress June Foray. The discussion covers her vast filmography, ranging from her ico

Swat Kats, Big Hero 6, Star Wars Rebels, Superman, The Loud House, and Inside Out Preview

This episode provides a preview of upcoming coverage for the podcast, outlining the featured animated series and films scheduled for episodes 75 through 80. The lineup in

Looney Tunes Easter Yeggs Review

The hosts discuss the 1947 Bugs Bunny and Elmer Fudd cartoon Easter Yeggs, directed by Robert McKimson. They break down the film's premise, notable scenes like the gun-to

Spider-Man: The Animated Series Season 5 Review

This episode covers the final 13 episodes of the 1994 Spider-Man animated series. The hosts discuss the Six Forgotten Warriors arc, the two-part return of Hydro-Man, and

Spider-Man: The Animated Series Season 4 Overview

We explore the eleven episodes that make up the fourth season of Spider-Man: The Animated Series. The discussion highlights the "Partners in Danger" arc, the introduction

Spider-Man: The Animated Series Season 3 Review

We break down the third season of Spider-Man: The Animated Series, discussing the show's progression of character arcs and the integration of the wider Marvel Universe. W

Spider-Man: The Animated Series Season 2 Review

This episode provides an overview of the second season of the 1994 animated series, which centers on the 'Neogenic Nightmare' story arc. The hosts discuss the show's comp

Voltron Legendary Defender Seasons 1-2 Review

We break down the first two seasons of Voltron: Legendary Defender, discussing the show's blend of classic Voltron lore and modern animation storytelling. We look at the

Top 100 Animated Characters Wrap Up

The hosts reflect on the recently completed Top 100 Animated Characters list, discussing characters that narrowly missed the final cut and analyzing the voting trends acr

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Review

In this final episode of a 25-day holiday series, the hosts discuss the 1964 stop-motion classic Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. They reflect on their earliest memories o

Frosty the Snowman Review

The hosts revisit the classic Rankin/Bass animated special, discussing the voice talents of Jimmy Durante and Paul Frees, the character of Hocus Pocus the rabbit, and the

Pluto's Christmas Tree and Mickey's Christmas Carol Review

The hosts discuss two Disney holiday staples, beginning with the short Pluto's Christmas Tree, highlighting the animation, the comedy of the chipmunks and Pluto, and its