Animation, Interview, Movies, Music, Television, Writing

The Mind of a Creator with Tenn Buick

Ali interviews rapper, actor, and podcaster, Tenn Buick, who shares about his first gig when he got to LA, his process for creating a rap, why authenticity is more important than virality when it comes to putting out content, personal favorite moments from his podcast, All Grown Up (SYKE!), favorite things from the ’90s, and a whole lot more!

Tenn’s links:

Comics, Interview, Personal Tales, Writing

Daily Creativity with Nathaniel Foster and Lia Kim

Ali interviews co-creators of the “Ducks” newspaper comic about two ducks named Dan and Dave, Nathaniel Foster (writer) and Lia Kim (artist).

Be sure to visit excavationcomics.com and follow “Ducks” on Instagram.

Ducks by Nathaniel Foster and Lia Kim
Animation, Interview, Movies, Television

Animation Culture with Andy Clark

Ali interviews art director and background painter, Andy Clark, who shares about his experience on many shows such as Dexter’s Laboratory, SpongeBob SquarePants, The Angry Beavers, ChalkZone, Seth MacFarlane’s canceled The Flintstones project, and more. He also provides a lot of valuable insight about the current state of the animation industry and offers pertinent career and life advice.

Be sure to visit Andy’s website.

Andy Clark
Animation, Interview, Movies, Music, Musicals, Television, Writing

The Impact of Music with Pat Irwin

Ali interviews musician and composer, Pat Irwin, who shares about the process of composing for television and movies, in particular his work on Rocko’s Modern Life and Rocko’s Modern Life: Static Cling among other projects. He also shares about memorable moments performing with his bands, music classes he currently teaches, the value of music as part of humanity, and more.

Pat’s links:

Interview, Music, Television, Voice Acting, Writing

Musical Moods with Nick Balaban

Ali interviews musician, composer, and singer/songwriter, Nick Balaban, who shares about his musical influences, creative process, working on Blue’s Clues, memorable performances, and more!

Visit Nick’s website.

Animation, Books, Interview, Television, Writing

Passion in Art with Heather Martinez

Ali interviews writer, illustrator, and storyboard artist, Heather Martinez, who shares about her work on SpongeBob SquarePants, My Life as a Teenage Robot, The Fairly OddParents, The Replacements, and more!

Heather’s links:

Animation, Books, Interview, Movies, Television, Writing

Creative Synergy with Jay Lender

Ali interviews storyboard artist, writer, and director, Jay Lender, who shares about working on Hey Arnold! and SpongeBob SquarePants, making his movie, They’re Watching, illustrating the children’s book, Poopy McPooFace In: The Perilous Journey, and much more!

Jay’s links:

Jay Lender
Animation, Interview, Music, Parody, Voice Acting, Writing

Comedy Chops with Eric Schwartz

Ali interviews comedian and the voice of Chaz on Helluva Boss, Eric Schwartz, who shares about his comedic and musical influences, putting himself out there on stage, his new special, Delivery, the popularity of Chaz, advice for artists, and more. It’s Chaz time!

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