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Knowing is Half the Podcast

Ray Stakenas
G.I. Joe
Animation
G.I. Joe Sigma Six
Christmas
GI Joe
Nostalgia
Hanna-Barbera
Comedy
Childhood Nostalgia
Disney
Cartoons
Halloween
CB Bears
Cobra Commander
Mr. Bogus
COBRA
Thanksgiving
Battletech
Hanna Barbera
Native American Representation

A comedy celebration of ‘80s and ‘90s cartoons. We started with the original G.I. joe and now we’re taking on everybody’s favorite animated shows from their childhood!

With Ray Stakenas, Robert Clarke-Chan, and Gina Ippolito.

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Latest Episodes

Hey Everybody!

This week we are back with NO GINA!

But, we do have Mike Irizarry from What's on Joe Mind Podcast!

And we're talking elections!

No, not the ones where good people rally to defeat dictators...this one is about King Koopa!

Enjoy!

M... more

Hey Everybody!

This week we have NO GINA!

But, returning favorite Eileen Mary O'Connell RETURNS!!!

Buckle in because we have not hung out with EOC for a while and we have a LOT to talk through.

Also, this episode might be one of the wildest rambl... more

Hey Everybody!

This week we dive deeper into Halloween...

With the Grinch...

CHAAAAAAN!!!!!

Enjoy!

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Hey Everybody!

This week we have the Don Adams classic cartoon, Tennessee Tuxedo!

And again I ask...Chan...

WHY ARE WE WATCHING A CHRISTMAS EPISODE?!!!

Make up for it in the second half...again??

What is going on here?

Give Ray back the Book... more

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Recent Guests

Mike Irizarry
Contributor to the What's on Joe Mind podcast
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Eileen Mary O'Connell
Actor and comedian who works in the video game industry
Episode: The Last Halloween
Buzz Dixon
Writer and story editor of GI. Joe
GI. Joe/Animation community
Episode: Community - G.I.Jeff - KIHTP Throwback
Brian Rapp
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Episode: Community - G.I.Jeff - KIHTP Throwback
Delvin Cox
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Episode: Tigersharks with Delvin Cox
Joe Slepski
Guest, known for Joe on Joe Podcast
Joe on Joe Podcast
Episode: GIJoe Renegades - Homecoming Part Two with Joe Slepski
Eve Esquire
Long time friend and associate of Knowing is Half the Podcast
Episode: Muhammed Ali with Eve Esquire
CK Kimball
Stop motion animator currently under NDA
Episode: Secrets of the Cryptkeeper's Haunted House with CK Kimball
Sam Proof
Co-host of Who Would Win Masters and advocate for rescue kitties
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Episode: Tukiki and His Search for a Merry Christmas

Hosts

Ray Stakenas
Host of Knowing is Half the Podcast
Gina Ippolito
Co-host of Knowing is Half the Podcast
Robert Clarke-Chan
Co-host of Knowing is Half the Podcast

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 151 ratings
  • More than meets the Podcast.

    Love this podcast, huge 80’s cartoon and toy fan. I am still waiting on Chan’s idea for a Transformers pod. Keep up the good work. Top notch.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pastor Vader
    United States4 months ago
  • Needs more Delvin

    Chan’s Beard is majestic, Gina is amazing and Ray’s there too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1Delvin123
    United States2 years ago
  • 95th review

    Good podcast. Very funny. Gina on Benadryl was been the 3rd highest highlight of my week (Battlevision episode).

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cellopianist28
    United States2 years ago
  • Ray wants a review

    Hey everyone!!! Look if you’re into amazing community love and support this is the podcast for you. Ray, Gina and Robert are a delight. They make you feel warm and fuzzy inside. Their take on you’re favorite childhood memories are the best in town. (whatever town you reside in) They respect and adore each other and that bleeds right into you’re heart to pass on each week. So glad I have found this diamond in the rough!!!! Also check out Reclaimed Detroit!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dankasarus
    United States3 years ago
  • Fantacular Cartoon Podcast

    Gina and Robert tolerate Ray while watching cartoons. There are hundreds of episodes. Mostly GI Joe, but they’ve dabbled in other shows. The Mortal Kombat episodes specifically are super entertaining.

    Everyone should put on their finest suit. Look themselves into the mirror, and subscribe to this wonderful podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lord Snerts
    United States3 years ago

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Good podcast. Very funny. Gina on Benadryl was been the 3rd highest highlight of my week (Battlevision episode).
Chan's Beard is majestic, Gina is amazing and Ray's there too.
The hosts are funny, chemistry is strong, vault episodes are great.
Ray, Gina and Robert are a delight. They make you feel warm and fuzzy inside.
This is my favorite lighthearted pop-culture podcast.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

My Pet Monster with A.J. Porfirio
Q: Have you considered any expansions that tweak or enhance any pre-existing feature films that are out there?
AJ confirmed that expansions like Carolyn's Revenge and Grandma's Grudge exist and enhance gameplay.
My Pet Monster with A.J. Porfirio
Q: What's your favorite board game outside of the Van Ryder Games catalog?
AJ mentioned Gloomhaven but noted that something else might be overtaking it.
GIJoe Sigma Six - Assault - Featuring Cobra Commander
Q: Cobra Commander, what have you been up to these days?
Cobra Commander mentions that he has been misrepresented in documentaries and discusses feelings of nostalgia for simpler times, along with reflections on Cobra's image and past exploits.
Cold Slither Revisited with Michael Charles Hill
Q: Were there a bunch of notes, or were they pretty much just happy with it as is?
They were pretty much happy with it as is, no major changes requested.
Cold Slither Revisited with Michael Charles Hill
Q: What did you know about any of this stuff before it dropped or were you as floored as we were?
I was just as surprised as everyone else regarding the surprise announcements at Comic Con.

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What is Knowing is Half the Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A humor-forward show that revisits and critiques beloved 80s and 90s cartoons through a nostalgic yet sharp lens. Hosts riff on series origins, production quirks, and fan cultures, with recurring deep dives into specific characters, crossovers, and meta-context about the animation industry. The trio brings a playful, irreverent banter style that fans often cite as the show's biggest strength, along with thoughtful critique when exploring representation, pacing, and storytelling in classic cartoons. A standout element is the regular mini-episodes and cross-franchise insights that broaden the conversation beyond GI Joe to wider nostalgia and pop culture history. Potential listeners can expect high-energy discussions, smart takeaways for fello... more

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