Mike Watanabe's animated characters (Tim and Moby of BrainPop fame) are a beloved staple in schools across the country. In this chat with Janelle, Mike shares what it was like growing up in Hawaii, how Sesame Street unexpectedly shaped his career, and his expert advice for aspiring artists and storytellers. Want to make a living from your art? Engage an audience? Make every joke 10% funnier? Mike’s got you covered. Plus — did you know you can create animations right from your phone? Tune in and find out how.

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Most Likely To, a podcast by DonorsChoose is sponsored by KPMG. To learn more about the show, visit: https://www.donorschoose.org/podcast