Episode

Can Indie Animation Studios Survive?

Podcast: The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast
Published: Apr 3, 2026
Duration seconds: 5214
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Summary

What happens when two independent animation studio heads discuss the future of their studios? Hopefully some wisdom, definitely some laughs, and a side of frustration. In this episode, Tom Bancroft (CEO/Founder of Pencilish Animation Studios) and Dominic Carola (Founder/Director of Premise Entertainment) discuss the current needs and future direction of the industry.