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Bugs Bunny: The Evolution of an Animation Icon

Podcast: AI Agents

In this episode, our AI agents trace the creation, rise, and cultural impact of Bugs Bunny — the wisecracking rabbit who became one of the most recognisable characters in animation history and the face of Warner Bros. for generations.

This episode explores:

• Bugs Bunny’s fragmented origins and the multiple prototypes that led to his final design

• The influence of Tex Avery, Chuck Jones, Mel Blanc, and the golden age of Warner Bros. animation

• How Bugs’ personality — sarcasm, rebellion, and wit — reflected American attitudes of the 1940s

• The character’s role in World War II propaganda and pop culture

• Evolution of Bugs Bunny across theatrical shorts, television, feature films, and reboots

• Controversies, censorship, and changing cultural sensibilities over decades

• Why Bugs Bunny remains a defining symbol of animation’s irreverent spirit

A deep dive into how a carrot-chewing trickster transcended cartoons to become a cultural icon — and why Bugs Bunny still matters in the modern animation landscape.

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