Butch Hartman (The Fairly OddParents, Danny Phantom, The Garden Cartoon)

Toon'd In! with Jim Cummings

This week on Toon’d In!, Jim Cummings welcomes the wildly inventive and endlessly energetic Butch Hartman! A titan of television animation, Butch is best known as the creative force behind beloved Nickelodeon classics like The Fairly OddParents, Danny Phantom, T.U.F.F. Puppy, and Bunsen Is a Beast—shows that shaped a generation and redefined Saturday morning cartoons.
In this fast-paced and laughter-filled episode, Butch shares his journey from an eager young animator at Hanna-Barbera to becoming one of the most recognizable names in modern TV animation. He and Jim swap stories about voice acting chaos, late-night production miracles, and the creative risks that led to some of the most iconic characters in toon history.
From drawing Timmy Turner on a napkin to building an entire cartoon universe, Butch breaks down the power of humor, heart, and hustle in building stories that stick. Whether you’re a budding animator, a nostalgic 2000s kid, or just love a good behind-the-scenes look at the toon biz—this one’s a must-listen.
🎙️ Ever wondered how a pink hat, a ghost boy, and a talking dog secret agent came to life? Tune in and get Toon’d In!
🎟️ Meet Jim and Butch in person!
Catch Jim Cummings at these upcoming conventions:

• Nostalgia Con (Milwaukee, WI) – September 26–28
• Smoky Mountain Anime Fest (Gatlinburg, TN) – October 17–19
• Armageddon Expo (New Zealand) - October 24-27
• Supanova Comic Con Adelaide (Australia) - October 31 - November 2
• Supanova Comic Con Brisbane (Australia) - November 7-9
• Nostalgia Con (New Orleans, LA) – November 21–23
• Nostalgia Con (Salt Lake City, UT) – March 13–14, 2026

Meet Butch Hartman at these upcoming events:

• Animate! Philadelphia (Philadelphia, PA) - October 3-5

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