Joe Barbera of Hanna-Barbera, dead at 95

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around the passing of Joe Barbera, co-founder of the Hanna-Barbera animation studio, and reflects on the impact of his work on beloved cartoon characters and shows. Participants share personal memories and feelings about the cartoons produced by Hanna-Barbera, highlighting their significance in childhood entertainment.

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Main Points Raised

  • Participants express sadness over Joe Barbera's death and reflect on the joy his cartoons brought to their childhoods.
  • Some participants mention specific shows they enjoyed, such as The Flintstones, The Jetsons, and Scooby-Doo, noting their lasting impact.
  • There is a sentiment of nostalgia for the quality of cartoons from that era, with some participants suggesting that modern cartoons do not compare.
  • A few participants share personal anecdotes about their misconceptions regarding the names "Hanna" and "Barbera" during their youth.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the positive impact of Joe Barbera's work and express collective sadness over his passing. There are no significant disagreements noted in the discussion.

Contextual Notes

Some participants express varying levels of fondness for specific shows, indicating personal preferences that may not align with others.

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Readers interested in animation history, nostalgia for classic cartoons, or the legacy of influential figures in the entertainment industry may find this discussion relevant.

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Joe Barbera, half of the Hanna-Barbera animation team which produced such beloved cartoon characters as Tom and Jerry, Yogi Bear and the Flintstones, has died.

..The Jetsons... Scooby-Doo and Huckleberry Hound and Friends.[continued]
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I watched all of these cartoons. Saturday mornings were cartoon extravaganzas! For a kid, it was all great entertainment.
 
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I loved these shows! (apart from scooby doo, never really got into it!) RIP Mr Barbera.
 
:frown: Sad, all the great talents are dying.
 
When i was a kid i used to watch the flintstones, the jetsons and scooby doo. Thanks for the fun, Joe. Rest in Peace, and say hi to William.
 
I loved those shows! This is sad news :(
 
That was a great team, thanks for the laughs.
 
:frown: RIP Joe, and thanks for all the laughs.
 
Never got into Scoobie, but the rest were great. They really don't make 'em like that anymore.
 
RIP :( I allways thought that it was one person when i was young, i thought it odd that she (they seemed like feminine names) had two common first names :smile: and later learned it was two people :P