Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast

Yabba Dabba Doo! It's time to Enjoy Hanna-Barbera cartoons! This week Jay and Shua look back on the persistence of two men that changed animation. Plus, they pit 'toon against 'toon, and you decide who would win. Grab your pick-a-nic basket and come with us to Enjoy Stuff! 

 

Zoinks! Did you know that Hanna-Barbera created 249 cartoon series throughout their history?! Jay and Shua look back on the interesting history of some of our favorite cartoons! 

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Jay popped on a little Hulu and checked out the latest Mel Brooks property, which is a sequel to one of his classic movies; History of the World part II. A series that takes the idea of the historical sketch comedy and keeps the idea going for the next generation. Shua and his wife took the plunge and sniffed out Cocaine Bear. This crazy, over-the-top interpretation of a true story with gore, action, and dark humor entertained them and made them laugh. If you dig that combination, check it out. 

 

Enjoy Cartoons!   

William Hanna and Joseph Barbera were animators for MGM, but in 1957 they founded their own animation studio and proceeded to change the industry with their dedication and innovation. They received 7 Academy Awards, 8 Emmys, and tons of other accolades. They produced 1,246 hours of animation on television for more than 60 years. This week we look back on their animation origins and how they made such a difference. 

 

Plus, Jay and Shua chose some of their favorites from the years and randomly pit them against each other. You decide who you think would win the matchup! Let us know at EnjoyStuff@RetroZap.com

 

Here are the matchups

 

The Herculoids

Wait Till Your Father Gets Home

Scooby's All-Star Laff-A-Lympics

Space Ghost

The Super Powers Team: Galactic Guardians

Jabberjaw

The Flintstones

Hong Kong Phooey

The Pac-Man/Rubik, the Amazing Cube Hour

Josie and the Pussycats

The Jetsons

Wacky Races

Laverne & Shirley

The New Scooby-Doo Movies

Jonny Quest

Challenge of the Super Friends

 

What were some of your favorite Hanna-Barbera cartoons? Which do you think would win in our matchups? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Zoinks!” will get a special mention on the show.  Let us know. Come talk to us in the Discord channel or send us an email to EnjoyStuff@RetroZap.com

 

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