Animator vs The Machine
With the explosion of AI, looking at what people in the animation industry think might occur in the future. Then talking to experts in artificial intelligence to help ground what this new technology is. Skynet or a tool? The downfall of animation or is this a possible new renaissance?
Episodes
14 episodes
Three Heads Are Better Then One: A talk with Animation Studios about AI and the future of the Animation Industry, ep.14
So with the rise of artificial intelligence, the fear from artist's is at a high. Many believe that this technology might replace them. So instead, of speculating we decided to ask them in person. In this week's episode, we were lucky eno...
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Episode 14
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43:05
My Animation Academia: Talking with Elise vanHeerden & Yomna Majbour, students on the verge of graduation
As many either are looking AI with hesitation, contemplation or embracing it, the group of people who will be impacted the most are not the ones in the industry currently but those about to enter it- students. So this episode we talk to Elise v...
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Episode 13
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30:34
Drawing Towards The Future:Teaching Animation During The Surge of AI with Neil Hunter
As artificial intelligence seemingly spreads its self across all industries, is animation next? But more importantly, what do you do when you teach animation that one day might be done without the need for artists? Do you change course or...
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Episode 12
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29:52
What Now? Navigating the Creative Currents and Technological Tides in Animation with Ben McEvoy
Prepare for a journey through the weaving lanes of animation and technology with the remarkable Ben McEvoy, a paragon of creativity with a techno twist. He comes to us with tales of his escapades in the animation industry, giving a peek behind ...
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Episode 11
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1:14:00
Storyboarding Reimagined: The New Way Or The Old? A Chat with Zeyd Taha Candan from Storyborder.AI
Is storyboarding going to be changed forever? We're getting up close and personal with Zeyd Taha Candan from FYNAL, the brain behind the cutting-edge AI solution that is shaking up the filmmaking industry. Discover how Storyboarder.AI, is...
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Episode 10
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34:26
Holy McEvoy! Let's Take A Look Under The Hood with Josh McEvoy.
Get ready to unlock the enigma of stable diffusion and AI models as we sit down with animator and AI enthusiast, Josh McEvoy. This episode we take a deep dive at how exactly generative AI works with convolutions, autoenconders and UNETs and mor...
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Episode 9
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43:56
From Sailor Moon to AI: Discussing Ai and the Future of Entertainment with Rob Tinkler
What does it truly take to breathe life into characters on screen? Our guest, Rob Tinkler, voice actor extraordinaire and a creative virtuoso, guides us through the exhilarating world behind the scenes. Known for his roles in Sailor Moon, Cyber...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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35:08
Bird is the Word: A talk about AI and Animation with David Fortier from PIP Animation Services
Discover the captivating journey of animation with David Fortier, the studio director and head of production at PIP Animation Studios. Together with David, we navigate the intricate relationship between artificial intelligence (AI) and animatio...
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Episode 7
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33:47
Peering over the Horizon.Unravelling the Engima of AI in Animation
Ready to unravel the enigma of AI in animation? We promise you a fascinating journey as we dive into the three distinct types of AI – narrow, general, and artificial super intelligence, guided by our special guest, a pro who straddles both wo...
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Episode 6
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23:15
Cat's Out of The Box or Was It A Bag?The Intersection of Art and AI in 3D Animation with Rodrigo Braga
Ready to step into a new dimension of animation? Join me as I traverse the vibrant world of 3D animation with Rodrigo Broga, a technical tinker in this new field. We shed light on the remarkable evolution from traditional to 3D animation, and t...
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Episode 5
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25:16
Professing Our Interest in AI: Exploring the Intersection of AI and Animation with Professor Timothy Lethbridge
Imagine a world where artificial intelligence (AI) can bring animated characters to life with a realism that rivals human creativity. Terrifying for some and exciting for others. This is the thought-provoking realm of our conversation with Prof...
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Episode 4
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22:18
Sage Wisdom, Burn it Down!Exploring the Intersection of AI and Animation: A Conversation with Veteran Animator Weldon Poapst
Get ready for a fascinating trek through the rapidly evolving landscape of animation with our esteemed guest, Weldon Poapst. A revered veteran with four decades of industry experience, Weldon charts the changes from paper and pencils to the dig...
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Episode 3
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46:24
Green New Future:AI in Animation, Threat or Opportunity? A Deep Dive with Animators Zoe Hellwig and Jen Giunta
Will the rise of AI in animation spell the end for human animators or will it usher in a new era of collaboration and creative enhancement? Settle in with us, your hosts, and our esteemed guests, Zoe and Jen - two creative animators who aren't ...
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Episode 2
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48:03