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An American animator, film director, and producer, Max Fleischer is best known for creating some of the most iconic animated characters and for pioneering several animation techniques that have had a lasting impact on the industry. Fleischer is responsible for creating Betty Boop, Popeye the Sailor, and Koko the Clown, and was one of the leading figures in the early days of American animation, alongside Walt Disney, and his work significantly shaped the development of the medium. While his contributions to animation were groundbreaking, but Fleischer's work was often overshadowed by Disney in later years. Rockin Pins CEO, Mauricio Alvarado is joined by animation historian Ray Pointer in a discussion on how Fleischer Cartoons are working to be restored for a new generation of animation lovers. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40088]
A glimpse of gospel, jazz, and soul from the great legends is what inspires the sound of pianist Theron Brown’s music. But the reason he plays is to encourage and influence people through his talents. Originally from Zanesville, Ohio, Theron currently resides in Akron, Ohio, where he is Professor...
Published 11/18/24
Humpback whales sing their own special kind of music. Recorded by Paul Knapp, Jr, the songs are unique and mysterious. The compelling view from the International Space Station shows the beauty of the Caribbean Sea, the surrounding lands and islands, and the wistful clouds – the natural...
Published 11/15/24
Earl Thomas was born into a musical family in rural Tennessee and grew up in a house brimming with music. His father was a bluesman and his mother was a gospel singer, so music is in his veins. He stumbled into the music industry by accident, which led to a vibrant 30-year career that is steeped...
Published 11/10/24