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The Pencil Pusher's Podcast

MRC Brand Design's Mike Rosado
Art
Illustration
Black American Experience
Animation
Hand-Drawn Animation
Visual Arts
Cultural Truths
Identity
Creativity
Lauren Griffin
Business Of Art
Networking
Looney Tunes
Disney
Comic Books
Raleigh
Self-Portraiture
Covid-19
Mental Health
Vamos

The Pencil Pushers Podcast celebrates the art of hand-drawing. Produced by MRC Brand Design Studio, it features interviews with illustrators, animators, comic artists, and other talented individuals. Hosted by Mike Rosado, an artist, musician, and designer, the Podcast aims to showcase artists' work and provide insights into their creative process. Join Mike as he chats with his friends and idols ... more

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In this episode of the Pencil Pushers podcast, host Mike Rosado talks with Clint Campbell, Miné Jonker, and Brad Hodgkiss from the renowned Cape Town-based illustration studio, Studio Muti. The discussion covers the studio's origins, creative process... more

Welcome to The Pencil Pushers Podcast. In this episode, I chat with the multitalented Armando "Mondo" Roque about his incredible journey from childhood robot doodles to designing iconic toys.Mondo takes us back to the '80s, reminiscing about sketchin... more

In this episode, I sit down with Seth Kearsley, a veteran animation director, writer, and producer, to explore his incredible career. With over three decades in the industry, Seth has worked on fan-favorite shows like The Maxx, The Simpsons, and Dilb... more

In this episode of the Pencil Pushers podcast, host Mike Rosado dives deep into the world of Looney Tunes with Jonathan Graves, the passionate host of 'This Means Podcast.' Covering everything from Bugs Bunny to Daffy Duck, they discuss the artists, ... more

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Recent Guests

Alain Seguin
Canadian animator with 27 years of experience in the industry
Episode: Animating Legendary Tales: A Conversation with Alain Seguin
Louise Lockhart
Talented illustrator and founder of The Printed Peanut
The Printed Peanut
Episode: We Bought a Farm: The Printed Peanut's Louise Lockhart moves to the country.
Lauren Griffin
A talented graphic artist and illustrator focusing on playful yet sophisticated designs.
Episode: The Luminous Life and Times of Graphic Artist, Lauren Griffin
Raul the Third
New York Times bestselling and three-time Pura Belpré award-winning illustrator, author, and artist
Episode: The Universe of Vamos: Raul the Third's Tale
Sam Viviano
Legendary illustrator, caricature artist, and art director known for his work with MAD Magazine and other iconic publications
MAD Magazine
Episode: Mad Memories: Sam Viviano on Life, Art, and MAD Magazine
Dan Janssen
Chief Creative Officer at Lincoln Design Co.
Lincoln Design Co.
Episode: From Skateboards to Studios: The Evolution of Dan Janssen's Career
Lenny Terenzi
Illustrator, designer, musician, and former president of AIGA Triangle Chapter
Former owner of Hey Monkey
Episode: Quitting's For Winners - And the Return of Lenny Terenzi
Tom Bancroft
Animation instructor, founder of Pencilish Animation Studios
Episode: One-of Two-of-a-Kind: Tom Bancroft's Animated Life
Don Leon Shuuring
Designer and illustrator known for his mascot and t-shirt work for De Don Leon Designs.
De Don Leon Designs
Episode: The Dutch Touch: Entrepreneurial Spirit and Hand-Drawn Brilliance of Don Leon

Host

Mike Rosado
Artist, musician, and designer who hosts discussions with talented individuals in the visual arts.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings
  • Really enjoy listening!

    Mike has meaningful conversations with truly inspirational artists. I first listened when I saw he interviewed Hayley Barry and was pleasantly surprised to see when I stuck around and listened to interviews of various animators, etc. I got a lot out of their conversations as well!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rachelfc927
    United States2 years ago
  • Very inspiring and informative

    I thoroughly enjoy this podcast. Very inspiring and informative material!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LCM77777
    United States4 years ago
  • A must-listen for artists & illustrators

    Found the podcast thanks to Mary Kate McDevitt and I’m so glad I did! As a full-time graphic designer and freelance illustrator & letterist it’s crucial to know how others are balancing their creative lives. I especially love the talk about burn-out, mental health, and how thriving as an artist can continues despite them. Mike is a great host that prompts guests at the right moment and can carry on a natural and easy to listen to conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    diwitman
    United States6 years ago
  • A Must Listen!

    The Pencil Pusher’s podcast is the best new podcast I’ve found covering the creative field. With guests ranging from the Milton Glaser to Disney animators to local artists, host Mike Rosado asks the right questions to get his guests to open up and share great insights. Highly recommend giving it a listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joey aka baseballst4r
    United States6 years ago
  • Tapping into a new genre

    I’m not an artist but have a huge interest in how artists hone their craft. After listening to the first episode, I’m hooked.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    djsquid5000
    United States7 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the meaningful and inspirational conversations with various artists, emphasizing how the content resonates with their creative journeys.
Many believe this collection of interviews is essential for anyone interested in balancing a creative career with personal challenges, especially concerning mental health.
The host's ability to prompt deep discussions makes for engaging and insightful episodes that blend humor with essential topics in the arts.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#88
Germany/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#238
Netherlands/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#244
Finland/Arts/Visual Arts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Animating Legendary Tales: A Conversation with Alain Seguin
Q: What is your experience with the transition from working in commercials to feature films?
Alain recalls moving from working in commercials to significant projects like Space Jam and The Day the Earth Blew Up, noting the different challenges and skills involved.
Animating Legendary Tales: A Conversation with Alain Seguin
Q: What was it that took you to animation?
Alain discusses his obsessive watching of cartoons growing up, particularly loving the imagination behind movies like Aladdin, which inspired him to pursue a career in animation.
Animating Legendary Tales: A Conversation with Alain Seguin
Q: Talk to me about where you were born and a little bit about your childhood.
Alain shares that he grew up in Ottawa, which he humorously refers to as the most boring city in Canada, but he added that it was a great place to grow up.
From Skateboards to Studios: The Evolution of Dan Janssen's Career
Q: What are a couple pieces of advice that you would give to up-and-coming designers?
Do as much work as you can for friends and family, and focus on developing your own unique style instead of emulating others.
From Skateboards to Studios: The Evolution of Dan Janssen's Career
Q: Tell me about your first moment of inspiration when you really started to get enamored with art.
My inspiration came from skateboarding; the graphics on the boards caught my attention and led me to start designing t-shirt graphics for a local surf shop.

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Recent guests on The Pencil Pusher's Podcast include:

1. Alain Seguin
2. Louise Lockhart
3. Lauren Griffin
4. Raul the Third
5. Sam Viviano
6. Dan Janssen
7. Lenny Terenzi
8. Tom Bancroft

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