Mike Rianda

Alex Hirsch, Mike Rianda, and Rob Renzetti discuss the creation of 'The Hand That Rocks the Mabel' episode, breaking gender stereotypes in Mabel's character, unique drawing style, and creating a believable storyline for Mabel.

Alex Hirsch, Mike Rianda, and Robert Renzetti discuss developing the 'Little Dipper' episode, exploring writing and storytelling techniques, character development, unused story arcs, and animation in Gravity Falls. They also share hidden details, inspirational anecdotes, and playful encouragement to steal from heroes.

Alex Hirsch, Mike Rianda, and Rob Renzetti discuss the importance of character development in 'The Inconveniencing' episode of Gravity Falls. They share insights on making Wendy memorable, including her own storyline. They also talk about fixing the episode, taking risks with comedy, challenges in crafting rejected episode ideas, and the editing process for character development.

Alex Hirsch, Mike Rianda, and Matt Chapman discuss the challenges of crafting a satisfying season finale, raising the stakes for season two, and the emotional impact of the episode. They also mention the plot point of Gideon going to prison, an entertaining plot contrivance, and the process of creating the CG house and the giant robot.

Alex Hirsch, Mike Rianda, and Matt Chapman discuss the creation of the 'Dreamscaperers' episode. They talk about setting up the season finale and introducing Bill Cipher. They also discuss the challenges of crafting a dream episode and the characters' dreams. They mention Suss's dream world, Mabel's dreams, and the relationship between Dipper and Stan. They discuss the introduction of Deer Teeth and the character Bill Seiffer. They also mention their attempt to get David Lynch to voice a character and the Emmy-winning art direction. They talk about character naming, comedy challenges, and trolling fans with a delayed mystery reveal.