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It's been two years since I released an episode of my podcast. When I published my previous episode, I knew it would be my last episode for a while. Despite the time passing, I've been able to keep people engaged by posting clips of my episodes during this hiatus. I think that the beauty of creating is to create and not to chase trends or popularity. My episodes still hold a lot of value, resources, and insight. This month, I'd like to highlight a few of my standout episodes.
What is "Simply Robotix, The Podcast" about?
Simply Robotix, The Podcast is a space where creativity meets purpose. We provide candid conversations, practical insights, and behind-the-scenes stories that empower emerging and established creators alike to navigate their careers with confidence, curiosity, and community.
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Guest episodes always consist of
Insightful Industry Conversations
Interviews with professionals across animation, gaming, and VFX industries. Behind-the-scenes insights on creative processes and storytelling.
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Practical Advice for Creators
Guests share how they navigate challenges like freelancing, networking, and career transitions.
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Representation and Community Building
We often address the experiences of underrepresented creatives and encourage collaboration and knowledge-sharing within creative communities.
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JUST FOR YOU:
Stand Out Episodes
Guest: Karen Rupert Toliver
Karen is the only Black woman I know to hold the title of Creative Executive. I titled this episode "Northern Star" because though our paths are different, I do see Karen as a pioneer for women like myself who aspire for more. We spoke about how she ended up in the animation industry, the different types of creative executives, and more.
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Guest: Deborah Anderson
Deborah has extensive experience in the animation industry as a 3D modeler. She started her career at one of the premier animation studios in Seoul, South Korea at Digital eMation. While at Digital eMation, she modeled props, vehicles and backgrounds on television shows such as, Family Guy, The Cleveland Show, Batman: The Brave and The Bold, Scooby-Doo and The LeBrons.
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Guest: Raqi Syed
She began her career in animation as a Lighting Artist for Disney Feature Animation on films such as Meet the Robinsons and Tangled. She then went on to work as a Senior Technical Director with Weta Digital on films like Avatar, The Planet of the Apes films, and The Hobbit Trilogy.
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Guest: Ruel Smith
Ruel is a Visual Effects Supervisor with extensive experience in CG Animation. During his 20 years in the industry as an artist, he has worked on notable titles such as Black Panther, Captain Marvel, The Jungle Book, Tron: Legacy, Gears of War 4, and more. As a VFX Supervisor, he's partnered with brands such as Nike, Disney, Apple, Oakley, Best Buy, Whoop, Honda, Toyota, and others.
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Guest: Hab Oh
Hab Oh (aka Habilis Orian) is self-taught Multidisciplinary Artist and Educator. As a Native New Yorker, Hab’s body of work is heavily influenced by the city that raised him. His professional journey began in 2009, uploading webcomics to classic art platforms “deviantArt” and “drunkduck.com”.
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Guest: J'Aaron Merchant
J'Aaron's passion for inclusive storytelling and whimsical imagination allows her to craft enchanting worlds for both animation and literature. As the co-founder and former chief creative of Black Paper Party, J'Aaron has had the pleasure of creating the beloved Klaus Family and their many holiday adventures, as well as all the other stunning characters that define the brand.
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Exploring the animation industry
– one episode at a time
Above are just some of our guests over the last 4 seasons.
Each guest brings real-world experience, valuable advice, and personal stories that resonate with creatives, regardless of where they are in their journey. These conversations offer a genuine look at what it takes to thrive (and survive) in the industry.
In addition to industry interviews and career conversations, the podcast also dives into animated series and movie reviews. These episodes blend thoughtful critique with personal perspective, highlighting what makes a show or film resonate with viewers, whether it’s the storytelling, design, character development, or cultural impact. From nostalgic classics to the latest releases, these reviews give listeners a deeper appreciation for animation as both an art form and a reflection of the world around us. It’s a fun, insightful way to stay connected to the medium while learning how to look at animation through a creative and critical lens.
How You Can Benefit & Engage
- Listen & Learn – Apply industry knowledge and career advice.
- Connect with Guests & Community – Follow up on discussions, network, and share insights.
- Use Resources & Tools Discussed – Implement practical tips in their work.
Where to Listen & Follow
- Available on Youtube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and everywhere podcasts are available.
- Engage on social media: @simplyrobotix
- Join the conversation using #SimplyRobotixPod.
“Learn everything you can, anytime you can, from anyone you can - there will always come a time when you will be grateful you did.”
— Sarah Cardwell
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