In the 1980s, there were only 63 Black films by, for, or about Black Americans. But in the 1990s, that number quadrupled, with 220 Black films making their way to cinema screens nationwide. What sparked this “Black New Wave?” Who blazed this path for contemporaries like Ava DuVernay, Kasi Lemmons and Jordan Peele? And how did these films transform American culture as a whole? Presenting The Class of 1989, a new limited-run series from pop culture critics Len Webb and Vincent Williams, hosts ...
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Ep 218 - Creating a Viral Animated YouTube Show
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Innehåll tillhandahållet av Geoffrey D Calhoun. Allt poddinnehåll inklusive avsnitt, grafik och podcastbeskrivningar laddas upp och tillhandahålls direkt av Geoffrey D Calhoun eller deras podcastplattformspartner. Om du tror att någon använder ditt upphovsrättsskyddade verk utan din tillåtelse kan du följa processen som beskrivs här https://sv.player.fm/legal.
Join host Geoffrey D. Calhoun in an enlightening conversation with Ryan Magnon from Panda Mony Toys. Dive into the world of screenwriting and learn how YouTube animation can elevate your storytelling and brand.
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- Host Geoffrey D. Calhoun invites listeners to join the community at thesuccessfulscreenwriter.com for access to seminars, workshops, Oscar-nominated screenplays, and writing assignments.
- Introduction to today's guest, Ryan Magnon from Panda Mony Toys.
- Ryan Magnon's Journey:
- Insight into Ryan's process of developing stories to promote his work.
- Success of the toy line 'Alternation' on YouTube with nearly 1 million views.
- Origin Story and Concept Development:
- Ryan shares the inception of Panda Mony Toys' story ideas based on children's preferences for animal and human powers.
- The evolution of 'Alternation' as a kid-friendly version of 'X-Files'.
- Marketing and Audience Engagement:
- Challenges and strategies in using social media and YouTube for reaching the target audience.
- Insights into conducting continuous market research to refine toy characters and storylines.
- Navigating Sensitivities in Storytelling:
- Addressing potential issues in portraying military and other sensitive topics in children's content.
- Creative Process and Collaboration:
- Ryan's role in writing and creative decision-making.
- Collaboration with Curtis Anderson and other creatives in developing webisodes and comics.
- Innovating in the Toy Industry:
- Discussing the inspiration behind creating unique, nostalgia-evoking toys.
- The impact of COVID-19 on product launch and marketing strategies.
- Introducing 'Tank Drone':
- Revealing 'Tank Drone', a new light-hearted brand with a unique concept.
- Discussing the design and personality of the tanks, inspired by various cultures.
- Future Plans and Collaborations:
- Upcoming projects with Studio Angi in Japan and plans for 2024 releases.
- Advice for Aspiring Creators:
- Ryan shares tips for creators looking to develop and franchise their ideas using platforms like YouTube.
- Geoffrey encourages listeners to subscribe and share the podcast.
- Invitation to engage with the screenwriting community on thesuccessfulscreenwriter.com.
236 episoder
Ep 218 - Creating a Viral Animated YouTube Show
The Successful Screenwriter with Geoffrey D Calhoun: Screenwriting Podcast
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Manage episode 391930080 series 2789252
Innehåll tillhandahållet av Geoffrey D Calhoun. Allt poddinnehåll inklusive avsnitt, grafik och podcastbeskrivningar laddas upp och tillhandahålls direkt av Geoffrey D Calhoun eller deras podcastplattformspartner. Om du tror att någon använder ditt upphovsrättsskyddade verk utan din tillåtelse kan du följa processen som beskrivs här https://sv.player.fm/legal.
Join host Geoffrey D. Calhoun in an enlightening conversation with Ryan Magnon from Panda Mony Toys. Dive into the world of screenwriting and learn how YouTube animation can elevate your storytelling and brand.
…
continue reading
- Host Geoffrey D. Calhoun invites listeners to join the community at thesuccessfulscreenwriter.com for access to seminars, workshops, Oscar-nominated screenplays, and writing assignments.
- Introduction to today's guest, Ryan Magnon from Panda Mony Toys.
- Ryan Magnon's Journey:
- Insight into Ryan's process of developing stories to promote his work.
- Success of the toy line 'Alternation' on YouTube with nearly 1 million views.
- Origin Story and Concept Development:
- Ryan shares the inception of Panda Mony Toys' story ideas based on children's preferences for animal and human powers.
- The evolution of 'Alternation' as a kid-friendly version of 'X-Files'.
- Marketing and Audience Engagement:
- Challenges and strategies in using social media and YouTube for reaching the target audience.
- Insights into conducting continuous market research to refine toy characters and storylines.
- Navigating Sensitivities in Storytelling:
- Addressing potential issues in portraying military and other sensitive topics in children's content.
- Creative Process and Collaboration:
- Ryan's role in writing and creative decision-making.
- Collaboration with Curtis Anderson and other creatives in developing webisodes and comics.
- Innovating in the Toy Industry:
- Discussing the inspiration behind creating unique, nostalgia-evoking toys.
- The impact of COVID-19 on product launch and marketing strategies.
- Introducing 'Tank Drone':
- Revealing 'Tank Drone', a new light-hearted brand with a unique concept.
- Discussing the design and personality of the tanks, inspired by various cultures.
- Future Plans and Collaborations:
- Upcoming projects with Studio Angi in Japan and plans for 2024 releases.
- Advice for Aspiring Creators:
- Ryan shares tips for creators looking to develop and franchise their ideas using platforms like YouTube.
- Geoffrey encourages listeners to subscribe and share the podcast.
- Invitation to engage with the screenwriting community on thesuccessfulscreenwriter.com.
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