Bryan Konietzko

Join Mike DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko as they discuss the origins of Toph Beifong, including her design, casting, and impact as a blind and powerful Earthbender. They also talk about their childhood love for wrestling and how it influenced the character. A nostalgic trip down memory lane for all Avatar: The Last Airbender fans!

Join Michael DiMartino, Bryan Konietzko, & Andrea Romano in remembering Mako, the legendary voice of Uncle Iroh. They discuss Mako's extraordinary life and career, including his work in theater and film. The group also shares favorite Iroh moments and explores the impact of quotes from Avatar: The Last Airbender. A tribute to a great actor and character.

Three key artists of the Avatarverse, Elsa Garagarza, Angela Song Mueller, and Bryan Konietzko, discuss their artistic development, the inspirations behind the designs, and the creative process of making an episode come to life. They talk about the importance of realistic backgrounds, their favorite designs, favorite romantic relationships in the series, and the process of creating beautiful art for the show. They also discuss the process of designing elements in the Avatar world and the significance of voice acting in shaping characters' personalities and visuals.

Bryan Konietzko, co-creator of Avatar: The Last Airbender, joins the hosts to discuss the episode 'City of Wall and Secrets.' They explore the cultural influences, complexities of Ba Sing Se, and the significance of the bear and banter. They also discuss the intriguing character Long Feng and the intense fight scene between Zuko and Jet, highlighting character development and sword techniques.

Mike DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko, co-creators of Avatar: The Last Airbender, discuss Toph's origin story and her evolution as a character. They touch on the original concept designs for Toph, the collaborative process with writers and animators, and the impact of her character on fans. They also talk about the decision to make Toph a girl, her unique abilities as a blind earthbender, and the challenges they faced in convincing the network. The speakers also discuss the impressive voice acting for Toph and her impact as a queer icon.