The Malaysian animation market is booming - these are the three cartoons that you should know (and why they’re important)

In a whimsical reclaimed gothic church in the North of England, Grimm & Co is running a series of playful workshops with kids (and teachers!) - all aimed at powering up their imagination and creativity…

In this episode, Auger Insights speaks with two animation experts about the potential impact that new technology such as AI and Web3 could have in the kids animation space - what are the opportunities? The threats? And what should cartoon creators keep in mind as they use these tools moving forward?

Auger Insights speaks to 121 Insights Brazil about the growth of the video game market in South America's largest country: is there anything unique about the passion for the media in this market? And what do parents think?

How are kids in China 'using technology well'? Speaking with Bonnie Wang - a researcher and semiotician - we explore shifting attitudes to technology and media use among parents and young people in China.

Manga is an important part of the media ecosystem in Japan - particularly when it comes to younger audiences. In this episode, we speak with Tokyoesque to explore the role that Manga plays in Japanese society, as well as how the art form as evolved over the years.

How are young people in the US using technology to build new friendships and communities since the Covid-19 pandemic? How is the internet helping teens to find other people like them online (particularly when it comes to LGBTQ+)? What role does the Metaverse play in all of this?