Oct 31, 202628 minS2
What does it take to build a creative platform that empowers millions of animators around the world? In this episode of Behind the MAGIC , host Mauricio Ferrazza welcomes Adri Ofman, Co-Founder and Chief Operating...
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Behind the MAGIC Podcast
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About this Podcast:
Behind the MAGIC is the official podcast of the Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex (MAGIC) at Miami Dade College, offering an inside look at the people, projects, and ideas shaping the future of animation, gaming, and immersive media. Each episode features conversations with students, alumni, faculty, and industry professionals as they share creative journeys, production insights, career advice, and the real-world experiences behind building games, films, and interactive experiences. From studio pipelines to emerging technologies like VR and real-time production, Behind the MAGIC highlights the stories and innovations driving the next generation of creative talent. This is the voice only version of the Behind the Magic Podcast - for the video option, visit us at MAGIC's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MAGIC_MDC
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What is Behind the MAGIC Podcast about?
Behind the MAGIC is the official podcast of the Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex (MAGIC) at Miami Dade College, offering an inside look at the people, projects, and ideas shaping the future of animation, gaming, and immersive media.
What has Behind the MAGIC Podcast covered recently?
Recent episodes include ""Animation in Everyone's Hands - The Flip-a-Clip Story" - Behind the MAGIC Podcast with Mauricio Ferrazza" (31 October 2026, 28 minutes), ""The Science Behind Pixar: Where Animation, Technology & Science Meet" - Behind the Magic Podcast with Mauricio Ferrazza" (9 October 2026, 25 minutes), and ""2026 MAGIC Premiere Night - Special Edition Podcast - From Classroom to Career" - Behind the MAGIC Podcast with Mauricio Ferrazza" (29 April 2026, 62 minutes).
How often does Behind the MAGIC Podcast publish?
Behind the MAGIC Podcast publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 30 minutes.
How hard is it to get booked on Behind the MAGIC Podcast?
Booking probability for Behind the MAGIC Podcast is 27%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Behind the MAGIC Podcast requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Behind the MAGIC Podcast's contact route on record: public web form.
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The strongest fits for Behind the MAGIC Podcast are Film & Video and IT Services & Software Development. Behind the MAGIC Podcast has an arts audience and around 1,000 subscribers on YouTube.
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Recent episodes
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Oct 9, 202625 minS2What does it take to bring animated worlds to life? Behind every memorable Pixar character and breathtaking environment lies a fascinating intersection of art, science, mathematics, and technology. In this episode of...
Apr 29, 20261h 2mS1<p>In this special live edition of Behind the MAGIC, Miami Dade College Wolfson Campus President Dr. Beatriz Gonzalez hosts a celebration of the Class of 2026 at MAGIC Premiere Night.</p><p>Meet the student leaders...
Apr 19, 202621 minS1<p>In this episode of Behind the MAGIC, host Mauricio Ferrazza sits down with veteran animation producer Drew Tolman, whose career spans major studios including Disney, Warner Bros., Fox, Universal, and Nickelodeon...
Apr 14, 202619 minS1<p>In this episode of Behind the MAGIC, Mauricio Ferrazza sits down with veteran animator, director, and producer Chris Bailey to explore a career that spans decades of animation history. From working on Disney classics...
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"From Shadow to Hero — The Making of Nightlight" - Behind the Magic Podcast with Mauricio Ferrazza
Apr 8, 202628 minS1<p>In this episode of Behind the MAGIC, we go behind the scenes of Nightlight, a student-produced animated short developed at the Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex. The film follows Eva Hernandez, a young...
Apr 3, 202631 minS1<p>In this episode of Behind the MAGIC, we sit down with Bill Buckley, Senior Vice President of Animation Production at Big Shot Pictures and industry mentor at the Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex. With...
Episode #5
"Fallen Fate — Turning Grief Into Gameplay" - Behind the Magic Podcast with Mauricio Ferrazza
Apr 1, 202626 minS1<p>A haunting island. A story shaped by grief. A student team pushing narrative-driven gameplay further than expected.</p><p>In this episode of Behind the MAGIC, we go inside Fallen Fate, a psychological RPG developed...
Mar 29, 20261h 13mS1<p>Recorded live from the Game Developers Conference in San Francisco, this special episode of Behind the MAGIC explores the current state of the global game industry, hiring trends, portfolio expectations, and the...
Mar 25, 202613 minS1<p>Episode Description: In this episode of Behind the MAGIC, we go behind the scenes of the student capstone animated short “Behind the Paper.” Director Estefania Mora joins host Brenna Verner to discuss the creative...
Mar 22, 202616 minS1<p>In this episode of Behind the MAGIC, we go behind the scenes of FOSTER, a student capstone animated short developed at the Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex (MAGIC) at Miami Dade College.</p><p>Set in a...
Mar 19, 202620 minS1<p>Behind every animation, game, and immersive experience is an ecosystem of tools, partnerships, and strategic decisions that shape how creators work.</p><p>In this episode of Behind the MAGIC, we sit down with Hannah...
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