The Jim Hill Media Podcast Network Podcast

The Disney Dish with Jim Hill Episode 364: What the first public cruise aboard the Halcyon was like from 2022-03-04T05:00

Len Testa&Christina Harrison have just disembarked from the “Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser.” In a special edition of Disney Dish, these two share with Jim Hill their fresh-off-the-boat impression...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 163: What’s it like to be aboard the Halcyon from 2022-03-01T05:00

Drew Taylor looks back on his recent trip to the Walt Disney World Resort. Where he was one of a handful of reporters who got to tour the “Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser” prior to its first public...

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The Disney Dish with Jim Hill Episode 363: Looking back on “One More Disney Day” from 2022-02-28T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about what Disney’s new Chief Corporate Affairs Officer may have just revealed about “Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind.” They then rem...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 122: Why Marvel Studios continues to struggle with China from 2022-02-25T05:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing what Ryan Reynolds&Sir Patrick Stewart are now saying about their reported cameo appearances in “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Ma...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 162: Lin Manuel Miranda talks about Disney’s “Encanto” from 2022-02-22T05:00

Drew Taylor looks back on his recent interview with this Academy Award-nominee for The Wrap. Drew also talks with Jim Hill about “Ray Gunn,” Brad Bird’s passion project from the mid-1990s, which j...

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Disney Dish Episode 362: Will Storyliving by Disney work without a theme park nearby from 2022-02-21T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing whether Victoria&Albert’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort&Spa is getting ready to re-open. They also share a recent “Star Wars: Galac...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 121: An up-close look at the Super Bowl’s “Multiverse of Madness” trailer from 2022-02-18T05:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by giving an update on the construction of Epcot’s “Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind” ride. They then talk about how the “No Way Home” filmmake...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 161: Get ready for Pixar’s “Turning Red” from 2022-02-15T05:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing which animated features got nominated for the Academy Awards this year. They then talk about a number of animated characters&series -- ...

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Disney Dish Episode 361: How WDW Entertainment wants to fix “HarmonioUS” from 2022-02-14T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by sharing the Disney Parks news that came out of the Company’s most recent earnings call. They then continue their look at what CommuniCore was like w...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 120: What’s the delay with “Deadpool 3” from 2022-02-11T05:00

Aaron Adams starts off this week’s show by talking about what is -- more importantly, what is not -- included in the MCU chronology over on Disney+. Jim Hill then talks about the care&thought Marve...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 160: Let’s not panic about Minnie’s pant suit from 2022-02-08T05:00

Drew Taylor starts off this week’s show by talking about his conversation with Craig McCracken about the final season of “Kid Cosmic.” Jim Hill then joins in to talk about “The Sea Beast,” Chris Wi...

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Disney Dish Episode 360: The Very Best Eats at EPCOT’s Festival of the Arts from 2022-02-07T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill welcome back Chrissy Harrison from TouringPlans, who offers up her take on what foodies should definitely seek out at the 2022 edition of Festival of the Arts. They then talk abo...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 119: The secret of Willem Dafoe’s teeth from 2022-02-04T05:00

Aaron Adams starts off this week’s show by discussing why Tatum Channing has fallen behind on his viewing of MCU movies. Jim Hill then shares what Tom Holland has to say about the status of “Spide...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 159: Behind the Peter Dinklage / Disney “Snow White” brawl from 2022-02-01T05:00

Drew Taylor starts off this week’s show by talking about Skydance Animation’s “Luck,” which will now be debuting on AppleTV+ on August 5th. Jim Hill then shares what he knows about “Rose Red,” Disn...

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Disney Dish Dish Episode 359: Why WDI struggled when it came to Communicore from 2022-01-31T05:00

Len Testa starts things off by sharing a survey that wouldn’t allow WDW visitors to say that they didn’t use all of the benefits of staying onsite at that Resort. Jim Hill then looks back at EPCOT ...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 118: How Sony is positioning “Spider-Man: No Way Home” for a “Best Picture” bid from 2022-01-28T05:00

Aaron Adams starts off this week’s show by discussing how AMC shareholders rode out the roller coaster-like week that Wall Street just experienced. Then Jim Hill shares Sam Raimi’s thoughts on whe...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 158: When Walt’s brother almost shut down Disney Feature Animation from 2022-01-25T05:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by paying tribute to the late Louie Anderson&Meatloaf. They then talk about how production of the original “Aristocats” nearly didn’t happen. Lear...

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Disney Dish Episode 358: Disney World fumbles for a 50th anniversary fix from 2022-01-24T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill share a recent WDW survey that asks would-be Orlando visitors what it’s going to take for them to fully commit to booking a vacation package to that Resort in the near future. Th...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 117: Who’s really cameoing in “Multiverse of Madness” from 2022-01-21T05:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by sharing some of the rumors that are now swirling around the “Doctor Strange” sequel. They also talk about the fourth limited series that Marvel St...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 157: How Don Rickles became the voice of Mr. Potato Head from 2022-01-18T05:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking up “Belle,” that Mamoru Hosoda film which is only in North American theaters ‘til January 20th. They then shine a spotlight on the new pro...

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Disney Dish Episode 357: How Iron-Man wound up at Hong Kong Disneyland from 2022-01-17T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by sharing what they’ve heard about when “Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind” might open at Epcot. They then talk about the very first Disney theme...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 116: How “No Way Home” could have been different from 2022-01-14T05:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by sharing some of Erik Sommers&Chris McKenna’s original ideas for this “Spider-Man: Far From Home” sequel. Aaron also offers up his take on “Marvel’...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 156: Meet the directors of “Hotel Transylvania: Transformania” from 2022-01-11T05:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill interview Derek Drymon&Jennifer Kluska, the co-directors of the fourth&final installment of this Sony Pictures Animation franchise. They also discuss Disney’s decision to shift...

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Disney Dish Episode 356: On which 10 WDW attractions does Genie+ save you the most time from 2022-01-10T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill welcome special guest Becky Gandillon. This data storyteller then explains which Genie+ reservations will save Guests the most time in line at all four Walt Disney World theme p...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 115: How Hugh Jackman became Wolverine from 2022-01-07T05:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about the many factors that Sony / Columbia Pictures took into consideration before shifting “Morbius” ‘s release date to April 1st. They ...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 155: Remembering Betty White (1922 - 2021) from 2022-01-04T05:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill open up about how they got into the entertainment writing game. They also share their thoughts about what some of the biggest animation milestones of the past 50 years have bee...

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Disney Dish Episode 355: When Disneyland was closed two days a week from 2022-01-03T05:00

Len Testa starts off this week’s show by sharing some off-site suggestions where WDW visitors can stay if they’re looking to vacation with multiple family members. Jim Hill then talks about why Dis...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 114:Why Sony suddenly has high hopes for “Morbius” from 2021-12-31T05:00

As a special New Year’s Eve treat, Aaron Adams&Jim Hill welcome Matthew Gracon, the co-host of the “Disney Marvels” podcast. These three then look back at 2021 and then offer up some thoughts on wh...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 154: Will Netflix’s animation expansion continue in 2022 from 2021-12-28T05:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill take a look back at 2021 in this special year-end edition of their podcast. They also talk about how which animated features&shorts received professional recognition when the A...

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Disney Dish Episode 354: When Baby New Year flew over Sleeping Beauty Castle from 2021-12-27T05:00

In their last podcast for 2021, Len Testa&Jim Hill revealed which WDW water park will be opening on January 2nd. They also look back at the colorful career of Paul Castle, who was Disneyland’s “Ma...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 113: It’s the most Marvel-ous time of the year from 2021-12-24T05:00

In a departure from the usual format of this podcast, Aaron Adams&Jim Hill review “Spider-Man: No Way Home” as well as Episode 6 of “Hawkeye.” WARNING! There will be spoilers (lots of them) shared ...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 153: How the Met mounted its first-ever Disney inspired exhibition from 2021-12-21T05:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about that stop motion “Ted Lasso” holiday thing which just debuted on Apple TV+&YouTube. They also follow up on the putting-Jessica-Ra...

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Disney Dish Episode 353: Remembering the Disney family feud from 2021-12-20T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing several surprising surveys. They then talk about how Disneyland Cast Members got a flood-damaged “it’s a small world holiday” up&running...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 112: When will “Black Panther II” resume production from 2021-12-17T05:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about Alex Ross’ upcoming graphic novel, “Fantastic Four: Full Circle.” They then take a close look at Episode 5 of “Hawkeye,” Marvel Stu...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 152: Why Jessica Rabbit got a new outfit from 2021-12-14T05:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by discussing the many new animated series&specials that have been debuting recently on Netflix. They then discuss the rather significant change t...

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Disney Dish Dish Episode 352: When Henry Kissinger got stuck on the Matterhorn from 2021-12-13T05:00

This week, Len Testa&Jim Hill welcome two guests: Kevin Perjurer of Defunctland and Christina Harrison from TouringPlans.com. They talk about the role that Nixon’s National Security Advisor played ...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 111: When will Kingpin appear on Disney+’s “Hawkeye” from 2021-12-10T05:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing the teaser trailer for “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse -- Part One.” They also reveal who was the original voice of Howard the Duc...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 151: The real origin of “Mickey’s Christmas Carol” from 2021-12-07T05:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by revealing how longtime “Simpsons” showrunner Al Jean would like to bring that animated series to a close. They also talked about which studios ...

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Disney Dish Episode 351: Remembering the dragon that flew over New Fantasyland from 2021-12-06T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing the recent changes that have been made at WDI&to Disney’s Board of Directors. These two also answer their last batch of listener mail. Sh...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 110: How Samuel L. Jackson became the MCU’s Nick Fury from 2021-12-03T05:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing Amy Pascal’s recent reveal that Sony supposedly has a new trilogy of “Spider-Man” movies starring Tom Holland in the works. They also d...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 150: Why “Elf”&Pixar’s “Up” were so important to Ed Asner from 2021-11-30T05:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by noting the sad passing of Stephen Sondheim, legendary Broadway composer, at the age of 91. They then answer a listener question about which veter...

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Disney Dish Episode 350: Remembering Mickey’s Jammin’ Jungle Parade from 2021-11-29T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing how Walt Disney World paused sales of three different annual passes for that Resort’s theme parks. They also look back at “100 Years of M...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 109: “Hawkeye” off to a strong start from 2021-11-26T05:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by sharing the Marvel-related news which just came out of this year’s Destination D23. They then discuss the first two episodes of Marvel Studios’ ne...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 149: Behind-the-scenes on Aardman’s “Robin Robin” from 2021-11-23T05:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing all of the animation-related news that came out of Disney+ Day. They then share an interview with Daniel Ojari&Michael Please, the dire...

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Disney Dish Episode 349: Remembering the day “Stitch’s Great Escape!” opened from 2021-11-22T05:00

Len Testa&Jim start off this week’s show by revealing where the 2022 Disney Dish Live event will be held. They then answer listener mail that touches on issues like Easter Eggs that can be spotted ...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 108: What the “Spider-Man: No Way Home” trailer revealed from 2021-11-19T05:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show talking about what China social media is pointing to as the reason “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” won’t be shown in theaters in that cou...

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Wondery Preview: Flip&Mozi’s Guide to How to Be An Earthling from 2021-11-19T05:00

Introducing Flip&Mozi’s Guide to How to be an Earthling, the intergalactic musical podcast that brings conservation into the conversation for kids and their grown-ups. From the creators of the #1 K...

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Wondery Preview: Flip&Mozi's Guide to How To Be An Earthling from 2021-11-17T18:23

Introducing Flip&Mozi’s Guide to How to be an Earthling, the intergalactic musical podcast that brings conservation into the conversation for kids and their grown-ups. From the creators of the #1 K...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 148: Chris Butler looks back on “ParaNorman” from 2021-11-16T05:00

In a very special episode, Drew Taylor interviews the co-director&writer of this much-beloved stop motion fantasy horror-comedy. Which Fathom Events -- in honor of LAIKA Studios 15th-anniversary ce...

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Disney Dish Episode 348: How to write a Disney World room request that might actually work from 2021-11-15T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by answering listener mail. They then talk about how the success of Disney’s Boardwalk led to the Company’s decision to build vacation villas next to W...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 107: Why is Hollywood so down on Marvel’s “Eternals” from 2021-11-12T05:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by discussing how Letitia Wright’s on-set injury is impacting the production of “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.” They also share what James Gunn ...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 147: Behind the scenes on “Back to the Outback” from 2021-11-09T05:00

Drew Taylor starts off this week’s show by talking about the challenges animation fans recently faced if they were looking to attend the Hollywood premiere of Disney’s “Encanto.” Jim Hill then shar...

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Disney Dish Episode 347: Big Thunder Mountain … the TV series? from 2021-11-08T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill are joined by Drew Taylor of “Light the Fuse.” These three then answer listener mail and discuss how the characters from Disney’s “Lone Ranger” movies almost became fixtures in F...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 106: How much Chris Pratt is too much Chris Pratt from 2021-11-05T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by speculating on what Bill Murray’s role in “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania” might be. They then talk about what the “Mobius” teaser trailer sugg...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 146: Looking back at Pixar’s “Monsters, Inc.” from 2021-11-02T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing how the online community reacted to the teaser trailer for Pixar’s “Lightyear.” They then shine a spotlight on “The Ghost&Molly McGee,...

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Disney Dish Episode 346:How did Disney Genie do during its first week from 2021-11-01T04:00

Len Testa starts off this week’s show by sharing his experience of what it was like to use Disney Genie while visiting the Studios at WDW. Jim Hill then talks about the early Tomorrowland attractio...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 105: Which MCU stars are boarding the Disney Wish from 2021-10-29T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill share what they’ve learned about the “Guardians of the Galaxy” tactical action-adventure game Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 145: Why did “Runaway Brain” wind up locked away in the Disney Vault from 2021-10-26T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about Drew’s conversation with Enrico Casarosa, the director of Pixar’s “Luca.” Jim then shares a story about Jon Provost (of “Timmy&La...

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Disney Dish Episode 345: Is it really necessary to purchase a brand-new Magic Band? from 2021-10-25T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by answering some questions from Disney Dish listeners. They then look back at the creation of that WDW favorite, the Electrical Water Pageant Learn mo...

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Wondery for Kids Preview: Melon's House Party from 2021-10-22T04:00

Welcome to Melon’s House Party! Did you know that the objects in your house sing and speak all day long? They just do so in a key only dogs can hear. Enter, Melon, an eight pound dog with a thousan...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 104: Where Sony’s “Spider-Man” movies potentially go after “No Way Home” from 2021-10-22T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by sharing what they’ve heard about Disney’s decision to shift the release dates of a number of upcoming MCU projects yet again. They also talk about...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 144: Why you really need to watch “Maya and the Three” from 2021-10-20T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by paying tribute to David H. DePatie&Ruthie Tompson. Then Drew talks with Jorge Gutierrez&Sandra Equihua about how Netflix’s ambitious new animated ...

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Disney Dish Episode 344: How far back was Disney planning an Animal Kingdom for Florida from 2021-10-18T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about the return of live entertainment to WDW’s theme parks. They then share some of the more entertaining anecdotes from the Orlando Sentin...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 103: What to get Marvel fans for Christmas this year from 2021-10-15T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about why Disney CEO Bob Chapek supposedly decided to settle Scarlett Johansson’s “Black Widow” lawsuit. They then look ahead to how busy...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 143: Why “War Eagles” never went into production from 2021-10-12T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about what’s usual about “Hotel Transylvania: Transformania” making its streaming debut on Amazon Prime Video in mid-January of next year....

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Disney Dish Episode 343: How the Walt Disney Waterbridge got built from 2021-10-11T04:00

Jim Hill welcomes Christina Harrison as the special guest host of this week’s episode. They discuss which foods&activities WDW visitors should seek out during that Resort’s 50th-anniversary celebra...

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Wondery Preview: Who, When Wow! with Rebecca Sheir from 2021-10-07T04:00

Introducing... Who, When, Wow! A new Tinkercast original podcast from the creators of the #1 kids&family podcast, Wow in the World. Join host Rebecca Sheir on auditory journeys into the lives of hi...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 142: How “Muppets Haunted Mansion” got made from 2021-10-06T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing Disney settling its beef with Scarlett Johansson. They then talk with writer / director Kirk Thatcher about his nearly 30-year-long qu...

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Disney Dish Episode 342: What it was like at WDW on October 1st from 2021-10-04T04:00

Len Testa recalls what it was like to be inside of the Magic Kingdom on the day that Disney World officially kicked off its 50th-anniversary celebration. Jim Hill then talks about how “HarmonioUS” ...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 102: Marvel’s notice of termination problem from 2021-10-01T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about Netflix’s upcoming “Sandman” series. They then reveal how the writers of “Marvel’s ‘What If?’“ set the stage for the upcoming Season...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 141: Meet the directors of Disney’s “Encanto” from 2021-09-29T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about the recently revealed vocal cast for Illuminations’ “Mario Bros.” movie. They then share some behind-the-scenes info about that famo...

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Disney Dish Episode 341: Epcot’s new Space 220 restaurant is out-of-this-world from 2021-09-27T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill welcome Christina Harrison, who reports on what “Rise of the Resistance” was like on its very first day as a virtue-queue-less attraction. They then ponder what could happen if a...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 101: What potentially lies ahead for Marvel’s “What If?” from 2021-09-24T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by hyping the latest Audible Original, “Sandman: Act II.” They then talk about what’s coming next from Marvel Animation Learn more about your ad ch...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 140: Craig Gillespie talks about directing Disney’s “Cruella” from 2021-09-21T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about which animated series took home Creative Arts Primetime Emmy Awards this past weekend. Drew then shares his thoughts on the new Disn...

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Disney Dish Episode 340: Cinderella Golden Carousel’s costly transformation from 2021-09-20T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by sharing a survey that the Disneyland Resort sent out to Oogie Boogie Bash event attendees. They then look back at September of 1971 and the final fr...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 100: Is there really such a thing as too much MCU? from 2021-09-17T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how many Emmys “WandaVision” has won to date. They then reveal how Simu Lui’s comments on Communist China may prevent “Shang-Chi and...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 139: How the University of Oregon got Donald Duck as its mascot from 2021-09-14T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” made Disney Studios change its plans for its Fall 2021 releases. They also reveal w...

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Disney Dish Dish Episode 339: Which Disney annual pass should you be buying from 2021-09-13T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by answering a metric ton of listener mail. They then wrap their look back at the development of the Haunted Mansion attraction for the Disney Parks. ...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 99: Will “Shang-Chi” fans return to theaters for “Venom 2” from 2021-09-10T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing the two most recent episodes of Marvel’s “What If?” They then talk about which MacGuffin will wind up driving the storyline of the MCU’...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 138: Remembering Ed Asner (1929 - 2021) from 2021-09-07T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about many of the great Japanese animated films&TV shows GKIDS is now making available to the North American market. They then share Greg ...

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Disney Dish Episode 338: What not to miss on the menu for La Crêperie de Paris from 2021-09-06T14:33:08

Len Testa&Christina Harrison report on World Showcase’s newest attraction, “Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure.” Then Jim Hill continues his series on the development of the Haunted Mansion attraction fo...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 137: Mickey&Spidey compete for preschool audience from 2021-08-31T04:00

Drew Taylor starts off this week’s show by talking about his last-minute trip to Las Vegas and what he saw at CinemaCon. Jim Hill then shares what he’s heard about how the “Archer” production team ...

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Disney Dish Episode 337: Remembering Holidayland at Disneyland from 2021-08-30T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start this week’s show by digging through a pile of listener mail related to recent changes at the WDW Resort. Jim then continues his history of the development of The Haunted Ma...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 98: How “Free Guy” got access to those Marvel-ous weapons from 2021-08-27T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about the “Spider-Man: No Way Home” teaser trailer that debuted at CinemaCon earlier this week. They also look at the latest developments ...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 136: How Jeffrey Katzenberg tripped up “Toys” from 2021-08-24T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by offering updates on “Cruella 2”&“Hotel Transylvania: Transformania.” They then talk about why Robin Williams got so mad at the Mouse back in late ...

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Disney Dish Dish Episode 336: Disney World’s difficult dealings with the NBA from 2021-08-23T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how Mouse House management is frustrated with the narrative that’s now out there about Disney Parks&Resorts. They then continue their ...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 135: What happens next with "Hotel Transylvania 4" from 2021-08-17T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by sharing their thoughts on those new Goofy short-shorts which just debuted on Disney+. Drew then goes on to talk about his recent trip to the Disne...

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Disney Dish Episode 335: The ghastly tale of Captain Gore&his wife, Priscilla from 2021-08-16T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by answering listener mail&then sharing some recent surveys from the WDW Resort. Jim then continues his history of The Haunted Mansion and talks about ...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 97: How the Mouse mismanaged the “Black Widow” situation from 2021-08-13T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill share their thoughts on the first episode of “What If?,” Marvel Studios’ new animated series. They also discuss what impact Scarlett Johansson’s decision to sue Disney could ha...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 134: Kirk DeMicco talks about the making of “VIVO” from 2021-08-10T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about Walt Disney Animation Studios’ second set of Short Circuit shorts. They then interview the director of the animated feature Lin Manu...

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Disney Dish Episode 334: The Spook House at Mickey Mouse Park from 2021-08-09T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill discuss the news of the week, including Disneyland’s new Magic Key program and the sample package rates that were recently revealed for “Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser.” They th...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 133: Deleted scenes&storylines from Pixar’s “Luca” from 2021-08-03T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about that trio of new “Goofy” shorts that animation master Eric Goldberg created. They then take a look back at “DuckTales The Movie: Tre...

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Disney Dish Episode 333: Is it getting too costly to stay on WDW property? from 2021-08-02T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about Disney World’s new policies regarding mask use at the Parks. They then look back at why the Imagineers spent 18 months&$25 million to ...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 96: “Loki”, one last look at Season One from 2021-07-30T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about the start of principal photography on “Ant-man and the Wasp: Quantumania.” They then share what some photographs taken on the set...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 132: Pixar and WDI collaborate on projects for Disney Parks from 2021-07-27T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by sharing the latest news coming out of ComicConAtHome2021. Jim then talks with Tasha Sounart about the creation of the new “Coco” sequence for “...

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Disney Dish Episode 332: What not to miss at this year’s Food&Wine from 2021-07-26T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill welcome special guest Christina Harrison, who talks up where to find the very best eats -- and the strongest air conditioning -- at the 2021 edition of Epcot’s International Food...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 131: Meet the writers of “Trollhunters: Rise of the Titans” from 2021-07-20T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by sharing their thoughts on the teaser trailer for Pixar’s “Turning Red.” They then chat with Dan&Kevin Hageman about DreamWorks Animation’s new ...

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Disney Dish Episode 331: Why Disneyland steered clear of a Halloween celebration for decades from 2021-07-19T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about the “Disney Very Merry After Hours Special Event” at WDW’s Magic Kingdom. They also look back at October 31, 1994, and KIIS 102.7 FM’s...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 95: Where does the MCU goes from here from 2021-07-16T04:00

In this super-sized show, Aaron Adams&Jim Hill share their thoughts on Marvel’s “Black Widow” as well as discussing how the Season One finale of “Loki” sets the stage for the next dozen or so Marve...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 130: How the director of “Space Jam” carved out a new legacy from 2021-07-13T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by sharing their thoughts on the teaser trailer for Disney’s “Encanto.” They then talk with Malcolm D. Lee about the challenges he faced while workin...

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Disney Dish Episode 330: How the Floral Mickey came to be from 2021-07-12T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about which WDW Resorts will be re-opening over the next three months. They also look back at the horticultural challenges that Disneyland P...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 129: Is a return to Portorosso in Disney+’s future? from 2021-07-06T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show about the “Coco” scene which is about to be adding to “Mickey’s PhilharMagic” at the Disney theme parks. They then interview Tom McGrath, the directo...

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Disney Dish Episode 329: runDisney events return to the WDW Resort this November from 2021-07-05T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this episode by discussing WDW’s decision to reportedly make Evening Extra Magic Hours a Deluxe Resorts&DVC Member exclusive. They also conclude their look at the histo...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 94: Did “WandaVision” really tweak its final scene after-the-fact from 2021-07-02T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about Marvel’s “Wakanda Forever,” the “Black Panther” sequel that began production down in Georgia earlier this week. They also discuss Ep...

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Fine Tooning Drew Taylor - Episode 128: Meet the makers of Disney Zenimation from 2021-06-29T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how “The Simpsons” paid tribute to Conan O’Brien’s last show on TBS. They then share a lengthy interview with David Bess of Walt Di...

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Disney Dish Dish Episode 328: What happens when Mickey enters the public domain from 2021-06-28T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by listing the nighttime shows which will soon be returning to the WDW Resort. They then look back at many of the concepts for Mickey Mouse-based r...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 127: Why “Hotel Transylvania: Transformania” shifted its release date to October from 2021-06-23T04:00

Drew Tailor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about what Adult Swim did to help raise awareness of their recent animated acquisition, “Tuca&Bertie.” They then discuss why the audience ...

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Disney Dish Episode 327: When is DCA’s Quinjet attraction likely to take flight from 2021-06-21T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by answering all sorts of listener questions. They then talk about how the Rivers of America at Disneyland Park almost encircled a Mickey&Minnie Mouse-...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 93: How James Gunn wants his “Guardians” film trilogy to end from 2021-06-18T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about the huge per-household audience that tuned in to Disney+ for the “Loki” premiere. They also talked about how the version of time tra...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 126: Zenimation shines a spotlight on the true artistry of Disney Animation from 2021-06-15T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about Walt Disney’s battles with the home owner association at Smoke Tree Ranch. They then reveal what Disney+’s new “Monsters at Work”...

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Disney Dish Episode 326: How DisneyQuest led to Toy Story Midway Mania from 2021-06-14T04:00

Len Testa starts off this week’s episode by planning out the perfect progressive dinner for fans of WDW’s monorail resorts. He&Jim Hill then reveal when they each believe Disney World’s golden age ...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 125: Meet the director&producer of Pixar’s “Luca” from 2021-06-09T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by sharing a somewhat depressing aspect of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ latest short, “Us Again.” They then talk with Enrico Casarosa&Andrea Warren...

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Disney Dish Dish Episode 325: Which early Disneyland rides had the highest hourly capacity from 2021-06-07T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about how WDW Resort Guests will have the inside track when it comes to scoring tickets for “Disney After Hours Boo Bash.” They then talk...

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The Universal Joint Episode 46: What’s significant about UOR’s new $15-an-hour starting wage from 2021-06-04T04:00

Dustin Fuhs&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how difficult it’s been to keep up with Universal Orlando’s rapidly changing COVID-related safety policies. They then discuss NBC Sp...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 124:: Remember when DreamWorks Animation made tradigital films from 2021-06-01T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking up Chronicles Books’ “Art of Pixar’s Luca.” They then look at the 2002 film that inspired “Spirit Riding Free”&“Spirit Untamed” Learn more...

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Disney Dish Episode 324: Splash Mountain’s role in the creation of on-ride photography from 2021-05-31T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about Universal’s decision to raise the starting wage for new Team Members to $15-an-hour says about the tightening Orlando labor market. T...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 123: Why Disney’s “Gremlins” movie never got off the ground from 2021-05-25T04:00

Drew Taylor starts off this week’s show by sharing his impressions of Disney’s “Cruella.” Then Drew&Jim Hill talk about the “Walt Disney Studios and World War II” exhibition at the Walt Disney Fami...

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Disney Dish Dish Episode 323: How long before RunDisney begins staging events in Florida&California again from 2021-05-24T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode about the DVC-related change that’s coming to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort&Spa in 2022. They then finish their look at Davy Crockett&Zorro in th...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 92: Get ready for “Disney’s Hotel New York -- The Art of Marvel” from 2021-05-21T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about how well “WandaVision”&“Falcon and the Winter Soldier” did at the MTV Movie&TV Awards. They then discuss why Dave Bautista may be...

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Wondery IMAGINED LIFE FAMILY : Take a journey and see the world through someone else’s eyes. from 2021-05-19T17:45

Imagined Life Family immerses you in the surprising moments and challenges that shaped someone’s life before they became successful-- but there’s a catch. You won’t find out who you are until the e...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 122: Why the “Roger Rabbit” sequels all stalled out from 2021-05-18T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about which minor character from “The Muppets Take Manhattan” has now joined the cast of the “Muppet Babies” reboot. They then talk abo...

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Disney Dish Dish Episode 322: Why ABC initially said “No” to “Zorro” from 2021-05-17T04:00

Len Testa and Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about the news that came out of the most recent Disney quarterly earnings call. Then Jim Hill reveals why the founder of the American...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 121:How Rainbow Mickey really came to be from 2021-05-12T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about how Amy Mebberson used her Pocket Princesses strip to pay tribute to Mother’s Day. They then look back at when walk-around versio...

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Disney Dish Episode 321: Meet the crew of Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser from 2021-05-10T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by comparing WDW’s Boo Bash Disney After Hours event to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. They then continue their look back at Fess Parker’s t...

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Pink Monorail Episode 2: The return of the Disney College Program from 2021-05-09T22:27

Shelly&Noe Valladolid start off this week’s show with a quick look at the re-opening of Disneyland Park. They also talked about how the pandemic, as well as an earthquake in Puerto Rico, impacted t...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 91: What that new Sony deal means for Disney+ from 2021-05-07T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing all of the info that Marvel Studios just released about Phase Four of the MCU. They then share the tribute to Jack Kirby that the Imagi...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 120: Do you remember those animated “Far Side” specials from 2021-05-04T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about Seth McFarlane’s attempt to revive / reinvent “The Flintstones” back in 2011. They then discuss how “Vivo” went from being a Drea...

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Disney Dish Episode 320: Who’s this other family in my Memory Maker account from 2021-05-03T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing some of the bars&the restaurants that just got revealed for the Disney Wish. They then discuss the huge part that Davy Crockett played in...

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Universal Joint Episode 45 :Which Universal-owned IP will we next see in the Parks from 2021-04-29T20:00

Dustin Fuhs&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about the eight-week-long promotional campaign Universal Pictures has put together to hype the June release of “F9.” They then talk about ...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 119: Who’s directing the sequel to “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” from 2021-04-27T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about HBO Max’s next “Adventure Time: Distant Lands” special. They then take an in-depth look at the performance capture films that Ima...

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Disney Dish Episode 319: The day 'Soarin' ' first took flight over Future World" from 2021-04-26T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how Disney’s decision to update its guidance when it comes to Cast Member grooming&appearance will impact the rest of the hospitality...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 90: Did we just get our first glimpse of the MCU’s real Mandarin? from 2021-04-23T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing the “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the 10 Rings” teaser trailer. They then look back at the two most recent episodes of “Falcon and the W...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 118: The tangled tale of “Tusker”&“The Legend of Tembo” from 2021-04-21T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing how the recently announced closure of the Arclight Cinemas&Pacific Theatres chain may impact the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood. They...

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Disney Dish Episode 318: How the 50s Prime Time Café paved the road for the Sci-Fi Drive-In Theater Restaurant from 2021-04-20T12:47

So what happens when Len Testa&Jim Hill each record their contributions to a Disney Dish episode separately? You’re about to find. Special thanks to editor extraordinaire Aaron Adams who stitched t...

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Disney Dish Episode 317: Looking for a great Disney theme park history book from 2021-04-12T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by discussing how the Anaheim version of the Avengers Campus is supposed to be opening at DCA on June 4th. They then discuss why the Imagineers opte...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 89: The Black Widow comic you really need to check out from 2021-04-09T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by sharing their thoughts on the “Loki” trailer. They then speculate as to who the Power Broker on “Falcon&the Winter Soldier” is going to be Learn m...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 117: How horror legend Vincent Price became a Disney favorite from 2021-04-06T04:00

Drew Tailor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about the extra features that can be found on the version of “Raya and the Last Dragon” which is NOT playing on Disney+. They then share w...

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Disney Dish Episode 316: Do you remember “Mickey’s Audition”? from 2021-04-05T04:00

Len Testa starts off this week’s show by talking about how the “HarmonioUS” barges haven’t exactly improved the view WDW visitors have as they look out on World Showcase Lagoon. Jim Hill then comp...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 116: Why animation studios love William Joyce from 2021-03-30T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how Disney Studios’ latest readjustment of its theatrical release schedule will impact Pixar’s “Luca.” They then look back at how WD...

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Disney Dish Episode 315: Remember when Mel Brooks worked for the Mouse from 2021-03-29T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about how the Disneyland Resort is actively getting ready to re-open its theme parks. They also talk about how facial recognition technol...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 88: Sam Wilson begins his hero’s journey from 2021-03-26T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how Disneyland fans are using “A Taste of Disney” as a way to check out the status of Anaheim’s Avengers Campus. They then express t...

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Fine Tooning:with Drew Taylor - Episode 115: Disney +’s “Rescuers Rangers” movie begins production from 2021-03-24T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about the 700th episode of “The Simpsons.” They then look back at Disney Television Animation’s plans for its “TaleSpin” series Learn m...

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Disney Dish Episode 314: When Sunset Boulevard got downsized from 2021-03-22T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about Disneyland’s announced April 30th re-opening. Jim then continues his series on the development of the Tower of Terror attraction. ...

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Disney Dish: Epcot’s “American Adventure ‘78” now available to ALL Disney Dish listeners from 2021-03-17T04:00

As of today, this formerly-Bandcamp-Exclusive show can now be heard by everyone. Check out what the Imagineers were originally thinking of as they tried to create an Audio Animatronic extravaganza ...

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Fine Tooning:with Drew Taylor - Episode 114: Pepé Le Pew’s very weird back story from 2021-03-16T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by discussing which animated features&shorts were nominated for Academy Awards this year. Then Drew shares what he learned from reading the screen...

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Disney Dish Episode 313: The hidden grotto that Disneyland Paris almost got from 2021-03-15T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by discussing the challenges the Disneyland Resort faces as it readies for re-opening. They then talk about why the Imagineers couldn’t decide where...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 87: Did “WandaVision” deliver the goods? from 2021-03-12T05:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by discussing whether “Marvel US Disney” needs to shift to a four-shows-a-month schedule. They then take an in-depth look at Marvel Studios’ first...

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The Universal Joint Ep 44: Just how long has Epic Universe been in the works from 2021-03-11T05:00

Dustin Fuhs&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how California’s theme parks are readying to re-open. They then discuss how the delay in the production of “Fantastic Beasts” may i...

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Fine Tooning:with Drew Taylor - Episode 113: How Judy Hopps became the lead character in Disney’s “Zootopia” from 2021-03-09T05:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing why the Golden Globes recognized Kemp Powers as the co-director of Pixar’s “Soul” just five hours before that awards ceremony. They al...

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Disney Dish Episode 312: How Geyser Mountain almost got built at Disneyland Paris from 2021-03-08T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by sharing a survey that shows that the WDW Resort may be rethinking how it handles attraction photos. They then discuss how a thrill ride at Magic...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 112: “Moana”&“Big Hero 6” fans are going to love “Raya and the Last Dragon” from 2021-03-03T05:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by marveling at how “The Croods: A New Age” (which was originally released to theaters back in November of last year) is still at the top of the box ...

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Disney Dish Episode 311: Turning the Disney Dream&Fantasy into realities from 2021-03-01T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about when the Walt Disney College Program should resume operations. They also look back at when the Disney Cruise Line first began to expa...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 86: How far off is Marvel Studios’ “Fantastic Four” reboot? from 2021-02-25T05:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how a scene that was cut from “Avengers: Endgame” helped inspire the creation of “WandaVision.” They also discuss Abraham Riesman’s ...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 111: “Us Again” marks Disney’s return to theatrically released shorts from 2021-02-23T05:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by explaining why animation fans should really give Disney’s “Cruella” a chance. They then talk with “Tom&Jerry” director Tim Story about what it too...

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Disney Dish Episode 310: Looking back at WDW’s “Legend of the Lion King” show from 2021-02-22T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by discussing the new mobile checkout feature at Epcot’s Mouse Gear store. They then talk about how the “Voyage of the Little Mermaid” puppet-based ...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 110: Which animated projects made Oscar’s short list from 2021-02-16T05:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill talk about Disney’s short-sighted decision to shutter Blue Sky Studios. They also talk about Netflix’s ongoing efforts to challenge the Mouse’s domination when it comes to anim...

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Disney Dish Episode 309: WDW’s Best Outdoor dining from 2021-02-15T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about Epcot’s revamped&repositioned “Leave a Legacy” display. They then complete their look at Disney’s Vero Beach ResortThis episode's sho...

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The Universal Joint Ep 43: When will the Velosicoaster open at IOA ? from 2021-02-14T05:00

Dustin Fuhs&Jim Hill first talk about how this year’s Mardi Gras celebration at the Universal Orlando Resort is different from years previous. They then talk about Universal Pictures’ plans for a m...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 85: Where “WandaVision” goes from here from 2021-02-12T05:00

WARNING! There are all sorts of spoilers ahead as Aaron Adams&Jim Hill discuss Episodes 4&5 of Marvel Studios’ first limited series for Disney+. They also share what Tom Holland had to say about So...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 109: How did the “Frozen” FX team help solve a 60-year-old mystery from 2021-02-09T05:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about which character Luke Evans will be playing in Robert Zemeckis’ live-action redo of Disney’s “Pinocchio.” They then look back at how ...

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Disney Dish Episode 308: Survey sez … WDW’s still concerned about COVID-19 from 2021-02-08T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by answering listeners' questions. Then Jim continues his history of Disney’s Vero Beach Resort by talking about Fantasy Island, Frontier Village, ...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 108: DreamWorks Animation’s magical “To: Gerard” from 2021-02-04T05:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by revealing how Blue Sky Studios’ “Epic” was almost made by Pixar. They then talk with writer/director Tailor Meacham&producer Jeff Hermann about...

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Disney Dish Episode 307: How Disneyland may replace its annual pass program from 2021-02-01T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill are joined by Seth Kubersky, author of the “Unofficial Guide to Universal Orlando 2021.” These three then discuss the latest theme park-related news coming out of Orlando, Anahei...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 84: Look how Little Golden Books is promoting the “Loki” limited series from 2021-01-29T05:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill talk about the first three episodes of “WandaVision.” They then discuss Chris Evans’ rumored return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 107: What’s particularly impressive about the “Pixar Popcorn” shorts from 2021-01-28T05:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill first talk about Season 3 of Matt Groening’s “Disenchantment” on Netflix. They also discuss the “Soul” international dubbing controversy and why it’s important to remember when...

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Disney Dish Episode 306: Why Disney World really built River Country from 2021-01-25T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing the Disneyland Resort’s decision to cancel its annual passholder program. They then look back at when the Imagineers proposed building “D...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 106: What’s the best time of year to release an animated feature? from 2021-01-19T05:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how Pete Docter appears to be stepping away from directing films for Pixar Animation Studios. They also explain why the theatrical r...

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Disney Dish Episode 305: Are you ready for “Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure”? from 2021-01-18T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about WDW’s decision to shut down the Magical Express as well as “Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom.” Jim then reveals Disney’s long-range p...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 83: An R-rated “Deadpool” from Disney? from 2021-01-15T05:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about why “WandaVision” wound up beating “Falcon and the Winter Soldier” to Disney+. They then hazard a guess as to which high profile MCU...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 58: Why Kevin Feige’s “Star Wars” project just got interesting from 2021-01-12T05:00

On their last podcast as a team, Dan Zehr&Jim Hill first talk about the challenges that veteran voice actor Tom Kane is now facing. They then pay tribute to the late Jeremy Bulloch, who played Boba...

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Disney Dish Episode 304: The Muppety “Mermaid” you missed from 2021-01-11T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about why WDW may be suggesting that Resort Guests use their own cars to get over to the theme parks. Then they look back on the origins ...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 105: What Arnold Schwarzenegger has in common with Harvey Fierstein from 2021-01-05T05:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how many of the animated features are hopefully headed into theaters in 2021. Then Drew takes a look back at the development of Disn...

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Disney Dish Episode 303: Looking ahead to 2021 at the Disney Parks from 2021-01-04T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how parking the HarmonioUS barges out in the middle of World Showcase Lagoon is actually a return to the way Disneyland Park used to ...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 82: Why Kevin Feige hung tough in the face of the pandemic from 2021-01-01T05:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by acknowledging what would have been Stan Lee’s 98th birthday. Then they talk about how Tom Hanks believes that Marvel Studios may hold the key to ...

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I Want That Episode 12: Which Disney books from 2020 should you be adding to your library? from 2020-12-29T05:00

Jim Hill starts off this week’s episode by paying tribute to his late father. Then he&Michelle Valladolid look back at how The Walt Disney Company’s decision to shut down its theme parks in March o...

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Disney Dish Episode 302: Which Beatle really enjoyed driving the Monorail from 2020-12-28T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about what sort of discounts the Walt Disney World Resort will be rolling out in 2021 in order to entice more people into traveling down ...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 104: Get ready for “Dog Man: The Movie” from 2020-12-22T05:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing all of the animation-related news that came out of last week’s Investors Day event. Drew then does a deep dive on the historical signif...

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Disney Dish Episode 301: Why Disney supposedly passed on the chance to make “E.T.” from 2020-12-21T05:00

Len Testa starts off this week’s episode by talking about why WDW’s Coronado Springs Resort may have changed the name of its Pepper Market food court. Then Jim Hill talks about how Southern Califor...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 81: Robert Downey Jr. still isn’t coming back to play Iron Man from 2020-12-19T05:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing whether a more appropriate title for “Marvel Studios: Legends” might be “Previously on the MCU.” They also reflect on all the Marvel-re...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 57: Disney+ goes all in on Star Wars from 2020-12-15T05:00

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill discuss all of the Lucasfilm-related news that was revealed as part of last week’s Investors Day presentation. They then try to figure out who’s going to answer Grogu’s call in th...

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Disney Dish Episode 300: The secret behind Disney’s perfect looking Christmas trees from 2020-12-14T05:00

Len talks about how the Spice Road Table restaurant at World Showcase’s Morocco pavilion may soon see a menu change. Then Jim Hill shares the tale of the Southern Californian family which provided ...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 103: DuckTales” reboot done after just 3 seasons from 2020-12-08T05:00

Drew Taylor talks about the worst kept secret in television animation (i.e., That Disney ceased production of its popular “DuckTales” series over a year ago). Then Jim Hill looks back at when Walt ...

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Disney Dish Episode 299: Disneyland’s first real Christmas Parade from 2020-12-07T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by describing WDW’s new character caravan, which is now making regular stops at several on-property hotels. They then look back at how Disneyland En...

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Wondery Little Stories Everywhere from 2020-12-07T05:00

Wondery’s newest podcast, Little Stories Everywhere, is the perfect immersive experience to share by the fireplace with loved ones this holiday season. Each episode will be the reading of a childr...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 80: Holiday shopping tips for the Disney / Marvel fans on your list from 2020-12-04T05:00

Aaron Adams starts off this week’s show by sharing his thoughts on “The New Mutants.” Then Jim Hill talks about which actors are already quarantining for Marvel Cinematic Universe projects that are...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 56 : Remembering David Prowse (1935 - 2020) from 2020-12-02T05:00

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill discuss how much they enjoyed the “LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special.” ad talk about the most recent episodes of “The Mandalorian” as well as “Willow” casting news. Learn more about ...

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Disney Dish Episode 298: Park hopping returns at WDW starting on January 1st from 2020-11-30T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by looking back on the career of Joe Rohde, who recently announced that he will be retiring from Walt Disney Imagineering in January. Jim then concl...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 102: Who John Candy almost voiced in Disney’s “Pocahontas” from 2020-11-26T17:03

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by sharing their thoughts on the “Animaniacs!” reboot which debuted on Hulu on November 20th. They then go on talk about how Warner Bros. decision...

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Disney Dish Episode 297: WDW adjusts its 50th anniversary plans again from 2020-11-23T05:00

Len Testa starts off this week’s show by sharing a real Thanksgiving dinner conversation starter, the Cube Rule of Food. Jim Hill then continues his series about the development of the Port Orleans...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 79: Did Square Enix’s “Marvel’s Avengers” tank? from 2020-11-20T05:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about the new “Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales” action-adventure game from Insomniac Games. They share an update on “WandaVision,” t...

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Universal Joint Episode 42: How to get a pretty Potter pressed penny from 2020-11-19T05:00

Dustin Fuhs&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by looking back at last year’s “Universal Christmas” event. They then list some of the new food&entertainment offerings which debuted this past wee...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Ep 55: What really drew George Lucas to “Red Tails” from 2020-11-17T05:00

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about what the future holds for “Looking at Lucasfilm.” They then share their thoughts on the first three episodes of Season Two of “The M...

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Disney Dish Episode 296: What to expect from a post-COVID Disney World from 2020-11-16T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about why WDW officials have decided to hold off opening “Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure” at Epcot ‘til the first quarter of 2021. They then s...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 101: The wonders of “Wolfwalkers” from 2020-11-12T05:00

Jim Hill starts off this week’s show by talking about what he watched on YouTube as a distraction as he waited for Election Results. Then Drew Taylor shares his thoughts on “Soul,” Pixar’s new anim...

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Disney Dish Episode 295: Is WDW considering a socially-distant New Year’s Celebration? from 2020-11-09T05:00

Len Testa shares news about how the Disney Cruise Line must first go through simulated cruises where the boats remain tied up to the dock before the CDC will then clear them for sailings. Then Jim ...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 78: Get an early look at Marvel’s “M.O.D.O.K.” from 2020-11-06T20:30

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill are joined by an extra special guest for their Election Night recording session. Aaron then shares an idea that would allow Marvel Studios to cash in on its yet-to-be released...

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Universal Joint Episode 41: Could USH’s Upper Lot be re-opened for the holidays? from 2020-11-05T05:00

Dustin Fuhs&Jim Hill discuss how the Universal Parks&Resorts are now transitioning from terror to tinsel. They then take a look at why “Fast&Furious 9” now seems to be taking the slow lane to theat...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 100: The truth about Circle 7 Studios from 2020-11-03T05:00

Bob Hilgenberg joins Drew Taylor&Jim Hill on the 100th episode of “Fine Tooning.” As the co-writer of “Monsters, Inc. 2: Monsters in Scaradice”&a never-produced version of “Toy Story 3,” Bob shares...

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Disney Dish Episode 294: How soon might we see HarmoniUs up&running at Epcot? from 2020-11-02T05:00

Len Testa starts off this week’s show by sharing a survey Six Flags recently sent out, which shines a spotlight on the grim reality that the entire theme park industry is facing right now. Then Ji...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 54: The truth about that dragon draped over the dune from 2020-10-29T22:00

Dan Zehr starts off this week’s episode by talking about “The Star Wars Book,” a DK release that he co-authored with Pablo Hildalgo&Cole Horton. Then Jim Hill reveals how an oversized prop from Dis...

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Disney Dish Episode 293: Is Disney getting ready to close Fantasia Gardens? from 2020-10-26T04:00

Len Testa starts off this episode by talking about the problems he has with Governor Newsom’s guidelines for the re-opening of California’s theme parks. Jim Hill then looks back on why it took Epco...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 77: Why are paparazzi staking out the “Spider-Man 3” set from 2020-10-23T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about the promotional plans for that “Falcon and the Winter Soldier” limited series which got derailed by COVID-19. Then they celebrate Ha...

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The Universal Joint Episode 40: Bela -- not Boris -- as Frankenstein’s monster from 2020-10-22T04:00

Dustin Fuhs&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about what happened to Fabio when “Apollo’s Chariot” opened at Busch Gardens Williamsburg back in March of 1999. They then continue their ...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 99: How “Trollhunters” traveled from Disney to DreamWorks from 2020-10-20T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about the recent restructuring at The Walt Disney Company and how it will impact animation going forward. They then conclude their histor...

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Disney Dish Episode 292: Which Presidents visited what Disney Parks? from 2020-10-19T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about Walt Disney World’s Swan and Dolphin’s decision to switch over from WDW’s bus system to Mears. Then they welcome their special guest, ...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 53 : What Rian&George both wanted to do with Luke from 2020-10-15T15:10

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about how The Walt Disney Company’s recent reorganization will impact Lucasfilm. Then Jim takes a look at the Young Indiana Jones-themed s...

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I Want That Episode 11: When the Sanderson Sisters went to the supermarket from 2020-10-14T04:00

Shelley Valladolid&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about how the prolonged closure of the Disneyland Resort has impacted certain shops at Downtown Disney Anaheim. Jim then looks b...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 98: The road to Disney Double Dare You from 2020-10-13T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how Pixar’s “Soul” will now premiere on Disney+. They also look back at how Disney’s family-friendly reputation actually prevented W...

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Disney Dish Episode 291: Why doesn’t Shanghai Disneyland have any indoor roller coasters? from 2020-10-12T04:00

Len Testa starts out this week’s show with an enthusiastic review of Foxx Nolte’s “Boundless Realm” book, which takes its readers behind-the-scenes at the Haunted Mansion. Then Jim Hill concludes ...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 76: How many limited series is too many limited series? from 2020-10-09T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about “Helstrom,” the first series from Marvel’s “Adventures in Fear” franchise. They then talk about how last week’s layoffs at The Walt ...

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Universal Joint Episode 39: Who did Universal originally want to cast as Dracula from 2020-10-08T04:00

Dustin Fuhs&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing what’s different about the Universal Orlando Resort’s decision to close its Volcano Bay water theme parks for the winter. They then loo...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor: Episode 97: What happened to Henry Selick’s “Shadow King” from 2020-10-06T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about what David Lowery is doing to bring a little diversity to Neverland. They also look back at the stop motion movie that Disney stoppe...

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Disney Dish Episode 290: What would WDW’s Pixie Hollow mini-land have been like from 2020-10-05T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about the recent round of layoffs at Disney Parks&Resorts. Jim then explains how Tom Staggs swapping jobs with Jay Rasulo impacted WDI’s ...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 52: Get ready for Mando Mondays from 2020-10-03T16:30

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how well the 40th anniversary re-release of “The Empire Strikes Back” has been doing at the box office. Then -- in honor of Star Wars R...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 96: Inside Pixar’s “Burrow” from 2020-09-29T04:00

Drew Tailor starts off this week’s episode by talking about the SparkShort that Madeline Sharafian directed which will debut in front of Pete Doctor’s “Soul.” Then Jim Hill looks at “Animal Cracker...

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Disney Dish Episode 289: The latest on WDW’s “Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser” hotel from 2020-09-28T04:00

Len Testa starts off this week’s show with an update on the walkway being constructed between Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort&Spa and WDW’s Magic Kingdom. Jim Hill then talks about why the Imaginee...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 75: Will stunt casting add even more magic to Marvel’s “Multiverse” from 2020-09-25T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing the significance of a bottle of wine in that “WandaVision” trailer. They then offer an update on the “Disney’s Hotel New York -- The Ar...

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Universal Joint Episode 38: How to stalk a scarecrow at the Universal Orlando Resort from 2020-09-24T01:00

Dustin Fuhs&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about those two Halloween Horror Nights houses that opened at Universal Studios Florida this past weekend. They also talk about the “Caspe...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 95: What will “Inside Pixar” reveal about Emeryville’s inner workings from 2020-09-22T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill celebrate “Harley Quinn” getting picked up for a third season (Though not at DC Universe, but -- rather -- over on HBO Max). They also look back at “Freakazoid !,” Steven Spiel...

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Disney Dish Episode 288: What was Disneyland like 6 weeks prior to its opening? from 2020-09-21T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by answering a listener question about those “Oseola Class” sidewheelers that used to cruise around Seven Seas Lagoon and Bay Lake. They then discuss t...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 74: Will Marvel push back “Black Widow” ‘s theatrical release yet again? from 2020-09-18T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing how Chris Hemsworth will NOT be following in Robert Downey Jr.&Chris Evans’ footsteps. They then talk about Warner Bros. decision to tu...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Ep 51: So what does the Star Wars The Mandalorian cereal really taste like? from 2020-09-17T14:35

Dan Z starts off this week’s show by describing a very special delivery he received just yesterday from General Mills. Then Dan&Jim talk about how you can use Sims 4 and -- later this year -- Oculu...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 94: Don Bluth launches new animation studio from 2020-09-15T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about “Once Upon a Snowman,” the new short from Walt Disney Animation Studios which will be premiering on Disney+ on October 23rd. Jim als...

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Disney Dish Episode 287: Why it took Ariel 7 years to find a home in Anaheim from 2020-09-14T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how COVID-19 is forcing The Walt Disney World Resort to deck its halls a little differently in 2020. They then discuss why it took WDA...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 73: What happens next with “Black Panther 2” from 2020-09-11T23:35

Aaron Adams starts off this week’s show by reviewing Square Enix’s “Marvel’s Avengers” RPG. Then Jim Hill reveals how Chadwick Boseman’s untimely passing has impacted Imagineering’s plans for that ...

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Universal Joint Episode 37: Epic Universe paused. But for how long? from 2020-09-10T17:35

Dustin Fuhs&Jim Hill look back at the Summer of 2020 and discuss how the Universal Orlando Resort responded to the COVID-19 challenge. They also talk about how UOR has tweaked its ticketing. Learn ...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 93: Which animated feature will Disney remake next? from 2020-09-08T04:00

Drew Taylor starts off this week’s show by talking about why The Walt Disney Company had to reveal that the live-action version of “Mulan” is coming to Disney+ this December. Jim Hill then wonders ...

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Disney Dish Episode 286: How was Disneyland Park different in the 1960s? from 2020-09-07T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing the significance of WDW’s decision to shutter the Polynesian Village Resort until the Spring of 2021. They then check out a selection of ...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 72: Remembering Chadwick Boseman (1976 - 2020) from 2020-09-04T04:00

Jim Hill starts off this week’s show by talking about how 20th Century Studios’ long-delayed “The New Mutants” did over its opening weekend in theaters. Then Aaron Adams pays tribute to the late ac...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Ep 50: Why you really need to watch “Red Tails” from 2020-09-03T17:00

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about the October 30th start of Season 2 of “The Mandalorian” on Disney+. They also discuss Jon Boyega’s recent interview with British GQ ...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 92: “Over the Moon” gets ready for its October 23 rd debut on Netflix from 2020-09-01T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by paying tribute to Saturday morning television veteran Joe Ruby. They then talk about how Disney’s recent “Raya and the Last Dragon” news is pre...

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Disney Dish Episode 285: How Eisner’s cost containment efforts changed Kali River Rapids from 2020-08-31T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by sharing some cost savings tips when it comes to staying on WDW property. Then they offer up the long-awaited conclusion to a featurepiece about t...

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Marvel Us Disney Ep 71: Should Sony be learning from Warner Bros. mistakes? from 2020-08-28T21:00

In a special flying-solo edition of this podcast, Jim Hill first talks about the multiple Spider-Man related projects that Sony is readying for production in the coming year. Jim then takes a look ...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 91: Behind-the-scenes on Disney’s “The Black Cauldron” from 2020-08-25T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill first talk about how DC’s recent round of layoffs may throw a damper on this weekend’s FanDome event. They then talk about the enormous impact that Don Bluth’s September 1979 e...

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Disney Dish Episode 284: WDW Cast Members assemble a DIY “Great Movie Ride” from 2020-08-24T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about changes The Walt Disney World has recently made to accommodate more annual passholders at its theme parks. Then Jimwraps up his tal...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 70: Is seeing “The New Mutants” in theaters worth the risk? from 2020-08-21T04:00

Aaron Adams& Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about the series finale of “Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” They then look back at when Walt Disney Productions hiredJack Kirby t...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 49: Celebrating Star Wars Celebrations of the past from 2020-08-20T16:00

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about operational changes that have recently been made to WDW’s version of Black Spire Outpost. Then Dan shares memories ofthe four Star Wars...

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Disney Dish Episode 283: Are Disney World&Universal Orlando heading for not-such-a-great Fall? from 2020-08-17T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill share what they’ve learned from a round of surveys that Central Florida’s biggest resorts recently sent out. Then Jim talks about how Disney’s Animal Kingdom tried to solve its e...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 90: When Disney went to pot to help “Fantasia” turn a profit from 2020-08-14T19:30

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing the Crumpet / Kermit cameo in Disney’s “Amphibia.” They also discuss that recent spate of spinoffs&revivals that are going forward with...

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Disney Dish Episode 282: Introducing the Carousel-of-Progress detective from 2020-08-10T04:00

Using his keen deductive skills, Len Testa reveals what year the first scene of “Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress” is actually set in. Then Jim Hill looks back at the circumstances that forced Wa...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 69: Get ready for COVID Corn (patent pending) from 2020-08-07T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s podcast by talking about how UK-based retailer Base accidentally revealed that Spidey will be a playable character on “Marvel’s Avengers” for the PS4 star...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 48: Remembering Wilford Brimley&Tom Pollock from 2020-08-06T16:15

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by paying tribute to two industry vets with ties to the Star Wars franchise that we’ve recently lost. They then talk about that TikTok video which su...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 89: What will Disney+’s “Beauty&the Beast” prequel series be called from 2020-08-04T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about the impact that Disney’s decision to unscheduled its live-action “Mulan” could potentially have on Pixar’s “Soul.” They then inte...

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Disney Dish Episode 281: Disney World refines its reopening plans from 2020-08-03T04:00

Len Testa recounts his recent walk-throughs of The Magic Kingdom&Disney’s Hollywood Studios as the WDW Resort continues to tweak its coronavirus-related procedures. Then Jim Hill talks about how Pa...

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Disney Dish Episode 280: The significance of WDW’s deeply discounted 2-day tickets from 2020-07-27T04:00

Len Testa starts off this week’s episode by talking about how The Walt Disney Company is still struggling when it comes to the proper way to compensate annual passholders&DVC members for coronaviru...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 47: “The Bad Batch” to make good on Disney+ from 2020-07-26T02:00

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill start off this episode by discussing the rescheduling of the next three “Star Wars” theatrical releases. Then Jim takes a look at John Williams’ tenure as the conductor of the Bos...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 68: What Tony almost said to Thanos from 2020-07-24T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off talking about how much they’ve been enjoying the final season of Marvel’s “Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” They then talk about how Joe&Anthony Russo have been relying on Mar...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 88: Get ready for Don Hahn’s “Howard” from 2020-07-21T04:00

Drew Taylor starts off this week’s episode by sharing what Richard Linklater told him about his “Apollo 10 ½: A Space Adventure” project. Then Jim Hill talks up Drew’s upcoming Zoom conference at G...

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Disney Dish Episode 279: What’s fine at Epcot’s new Food&Wine from 2020-07-20T04:00

Len Testa talks about what’s changed at the recently re-opened Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios&Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Then Jim Hill shares how the Disneyland Resort got ready for DCA’s grand op...

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I Want That Episode 10: Brushing up on Disney’s “Mulan" from 2020-07-18T14:00

Shelly Valladolid&Jim Hill return with a look at Silverado Vineyards, the Disney family winery up in Napa Valley. Then Jim Hill talks about an attempted bit of product placement in Disney’s full-le...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 87: The “Popeye” feature that Fleischer almost made from 2020-07-14T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about the “Gravity Falls” tribute episode which will be airing on Disney’s “Amphibia” in August. They then look back at how Walt Disney...

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Disney Dish Episode 278: What Disney did to get WDW’s Magic Kingdom ready to re-open from 2020-07-13T04:00

Len Testa describes what was done to this theme park -- post-COVID-19 outbreak -- to get it ready for the return of Guests. Jim Hill then looks at Disney’s America and some of the innovative rides,...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 67: So the Infinity Stones are gone for good … right? from 2020-07-10T21:45

Aaron Adams starts things off by talking up “The Sandman,” the multi-part audio adaptation of Neil Gaiman’s graphic novel (which will debut on Audible July 15th). Then Jim Hill wonders if Cate Shor...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 46: The Star Wars / Star Trek connection from 2020-07-09T21:30

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill talk about the many “Mandalorian” products that will be hitting store shelves just ahead of the start of Season 2 of this Disney+ series. They also discuss how the Splash Mountain...

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Universal Joint Episode 36: Universal Orlando opens “Stuntacular,” lays off Team Members from 2020-07-08T21:45

Dustin Fuhs&Jim Hill start things off by discussing whether Southern California’s theme parks will actually be open again by August 1st or will we see another coronavirus-related postponement. They...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 86: Remembering Kelly Asbury (1960 - 2020) from 2020-07-07T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about how Viacom is teaming with Mike Judge to revive “Beavis&Butthead.” They then pay tribute to an animation legend who showed incred...

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Disney Dish Episode 277: How Redd plowed the road for a Princess Tiana ride from 2020-07-06T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about how the Walt Disney World Resort is getting ready for the NBA. Jim then reveals how the recent redo of Disney’s “Pirates of the Car...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 85: That time when Josh Gad dropped by from 2020-06-30T04:00

In an extra-special episode, the voice of Olaf / host of “Reunited Apart” comes in to chat with Drew Taylor&Jim Hill. Over a half hour long interview, Josh reveals that everyone’s favorite snowman...

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Disney Dish Episode 276: What you’ll see at the Seven Seas’ DVCs from 2020-06-29T04:00

Len Testa recounts his visit to the recently re-opened Disney Vacation Club properties that are located around WDW’s Seven Seas Lagoon. Then Jim Hill looks back at the history of Disney’s Fairy Tal...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 45: How to properly start a Star Wars story from 2020-06-26T00:45

Jim Hill starts off this week’s episode by praising those weekly “Teaching with Star Wars” columns that Dan Zehr has been writing for StarWars.com. They then discuss George Lucas’ skill when it ca...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 84: Remembering Walt Disney Feature Animation - Florida from 2020-06-23T04:00

Drew Taylor starts off this week’s episode by explaining why he ranked “Toy Story 4” as the very best film in that Pixar franchise. Then Jim Hill looks back at the early days of Disney-MGM’s walk-t...

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Disney Dish Minisode # 3: Disney Park Pass reservation system from 2020-06-22T21:00

Len Testa starts off this episode by talking about some of the hiccups WDW’s new Park Pass reservation system experienced during its first morning of operation. Jim Hill talks about ESPN’s report ...

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Disney Dish Episode 275: When Disneyland’s Aunt Jemima was sent packing from 2020-06-22T04:00

Len Testa starts off this week’s episode by talking about his first visit to Universal Studios Florida since that theme park began practicing social distancing. Then Jim Hill looks back at when a ...

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Disney Dish Minisode # 2: WDW gets ready to reopen from 2020-06-19T22:30

Len Testa&Jim Hill share late-breaking news coming out of Orlando. Including how Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party has been canceled for all of 2020 and how Epcot is getting a super-sized versi...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 66: Untangled “Spider-Man” ‘s movie rights from 2020-06-19T04:00

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 83: Pocahontas in the Park from 2020-06-18T03:45

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this episode by talking about the “Atlantis: The Lost Empire” sequel that Walt Disney Animation Studios had in development. They look back at when 100,000 people crow...

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Disney Dish Episode 274: Which WDW revenue streams have now gone dry from 2020-06-15T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by drilling down into a new annual passholder survey, as Disney World tries to get a handle on what Guests expectations are out ahead of next month’...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 44: Does it have to be called “Star Wars”? from 2020-06-11T15:45

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about how the phased opening of the Disneyland Resort may impact this year’s Star Wars Celebration as well as Disneyland After Dark: Star ...

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Disney Dish Episode 273: When the Love Boat steamed around the Rivers of America from 2020-06-08T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by discussing a survey that the Disneyland Resort recently sent out seeking input regarding when it seemed right to re-open the Company’s theme park...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 65: 4 Spidey-centric films from Sony inside of just 13 months? from 2020-06-05T20:30

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing what Marvel Entertainment Tweeted out in response to all the upheaval the Country has been expressing. Then they share Clark Gregg’s t...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 82: ILM’s flirtation with Frankenstein from 2020-06-04T21:30

82First Drew Taylor shines a spotlight on Apple TV’s “Central Park” and HBO Max’s “Looney Tunes” cartoons. Then Jim Hill talks about how the success of “Toy Story” made Universal Pictures decide to...

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Disney Dish Episode 272: Why was that Mickey arm built next to Spaceship Earth? from 2020-06-01T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by discussing Disney World’s recently-announced plans to re-open its theme parks in July. Jim then goes on to reveal the hidden history of Epcot’s M...

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Disney Dish-Walt Disney World re-opening Update from 2020-05-29T21:19

In a special Disney Dish mini-sode Len Testa&Jim Hill discuss WDW's decision to cancel all FastPasses dining reservations&dining plans out ahead of the Resort's mid-June re-opening Learn more abou...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 43: Paging Doctor Aphra from 2020-05-28T23:15

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about “Jedi Temple Challenge,” the new game show that will be debuting on StarWarsKids.com&the official Star Wars Kids YouTube channel on ...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 81: Looking back on “Moana” from 2020-05-28T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by congratulating Disney Channel&Disney Junior for scoring 44 Daytime Emmy nominations for their animated programming. These two then talk up how muc...

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Disney Dish Episode 271: Remembering Disneyland’s “Blast to the Past” from 2020-05-25T04:00

Len Testa starts off this week’s show by sharing some listener suggestions when it comes to keeping costs down when vacationing at the WDW Resort. Then Jim Hill looks back at some of the seasonal e...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 64: Which Marvel characters do you see? from 2020-05-22T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by debunking the rumor that Chloe Bennett’s Quake character from “Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” will soon be showcased in a “Secret Warriors” s...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 80: Get the inside scoop on “Scoob!” from 2020-05-20T00:30

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by paying tribute to Nancy Kanter, who’s stepping away from the Disney Channel in January. They then interview Tony Cervone, the director of Warner A...

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Disney Dish Episode 270: NextGen droids at WDW’s “Starcruiser” resort from 2020-05-18T04:00

Len Testa starts off this week’s episode by sharing some patents that are sure to impact Guests’ experiences at WDW’s still-under-construction “Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser” resort. Then Jim Hi...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 42: Looking back at “The Empire Strikes Back” from 2020-05-15T04:00

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill start off this episode by talking about how they’ve been enjoying the “Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian” docu-series. Dan&Jim then look back at the many challenges George Lucas fa...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 79: Is Disney already making plans for more “Mulan” ? from 2020-05-14T01:30

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about how much they’ve been enjoying Dan Lanigan’s “Prop Culture” on Disney+. They then talk about “Monkeys of Mumbai,” the ambitious a...

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Disney Dish Episode 269: Insights from Disney’s earnings call from 2020-05-11T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by discussing how the phased re-opening of Shanghai Disneyland might impact the Company’s stateside parks. Jim then reveals how Mr. Toad -- a charac...

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I Want That Episode 9: Looking for Mr. Banana from 2020-05-10T23:15

Shelly Valladolid&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about the challenge of chasing down merchandise associated with Epcot’s Land pavilion. They also discuss why those Joe Rohde-designe...

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Universal Joint Episode 35: What the future holds for Universal Studios Florida from 2020-05-09T13:30

Dustin Fuhs&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about what exhibitors are now threatening to do with Universal Pictures’ upcoming releases. They then talk about a survey that Univers...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 63: The Russos look back at “Endgame” from 2020-05-08T13:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about the very best way to get started watching the movies of the Marvel Cinematic Universe in chronological order. They then discuss w...

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Disney Dish Episode 268: Queuing up in the social distancing era from 2020-05-04T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill answer listener questions about the challenges that the WDW Resort faces as execs there search for ways to safely reopen those theme parks. They then look back at how “The Wind i...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 41 : How Echo Lake nearly became Mos Eisley from 2020-05-01T02:30

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about how moving up “The Rise of Skywalker” ‘s Disney+ premiere by two months helps that subscription streaming service. They then discus...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 78: When is three animation studios one studio too many? from 2020-04-30T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by saying “So long” to “Doc McStuffins,” which ended its 5-season run on Disney Junior back on April 18th. They then look back at why “Loonatics U...

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Disney Dish Episode 267: How the Disney Princesses came to rule Restaurant Akerhaus from 2020-04-27T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by reviewing some of the safety policies&procedures that Disney&Universal may employ as they begin to re-open their theme parks. They then look back...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 62: James Gunn looks ahead to “Guardians Vol 3” from 2020-04-24T14:15

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about when Season Seven of Marvel’s “Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” will begin airing on ABC. They look back at what the director of what-will...

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Fine Tooning with DrewTaylor Episode 77: How Kris Pearns adapted “The Willoughbys” for animation from 2020-04-22T23:30

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about how Comic-Con’s cancellation doesn’t bode well for other big fan events that were supposed to be staged in Southern California th...

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Disney Dish Episode 266: It’s not an elevator. It’s a vertical vehicle conveyance from 2020-04-20T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week by talking about which of the Bobs is really in charge of the Mouse House these days. Then they discuss how DCA’s Twilight Zone Tower of Terror got transform...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 40: Darth Vader’s first visit to Walt Disney World from 2020-04-16T22:30

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about how the pandemic has impacted Disney’s plans for “Indiana Jones V.” They then look back at October of 1977, which is when a certain...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 76: 25 years of being the Goofiest dad from 2020-04-15T23:00

Jim Hill starts off this episode by talking about how there’s far more going on with DreamWorks Animation’s “Trolls” franchise than this week’s world-premiere-at-home of “Trolls World Tour.” Then ...

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Disney Dish Episode 265: Bob Chapek didn’t invent relying too heavily on Disney’s IPs from 2020-04-13T04:00

Len Testa starts off this week’s episode by sharing a survey that was recently sent out to Disney Vacation Club members. Then Jim Hill looks back at the Fall of 1997 and the role that the “Jurassic...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 61: Looking back at the Marvel Super Hero Showdown from 2020-04-11T02:30

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill share the latest news when it comes to the revised release dates for Marvel Studios’ slate of films&limited series. They then talk about the role that a street stunt show may h...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 75: Looking back at the creation of “Dragon’s Lair” from 2020-04-09T17:45

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about whether shifting the release date of “The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run” will impact the launch of Nickelodeon’s new animate...

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Disney Dish Episode 264: How Flower&Garden really got started at Epcot ‘94 from 2020-04-06T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing the 26.3 acres of land that Disney just bought to the west of WDW’s Magic Kingdom. They then go on to discuss how the construction of Inn...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 39: The pod race version of “Star Tours” we almost got from 2020-04-02T21:30

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by paying tribute to Andrew Jack, the “Star Wars” film performer who sadly passed away from the Coronavirus earlier this week. They then look back at...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 74: When will America’s movie theaters re-open for business from 2020-04-01T01:45

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about NATO’s veiled threat when it comes to “Trolls World Tour” being available on demand April 10th. They also look back at the career of...

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Disney Dish Episode 263: How Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress almost went back to Anaheim from 2020-03-30T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by offering an update on the impact COVID-19 has had on Disney Parks&Resorts. Jim then shares a story about the “Carousel of Progress / Horizons” hy...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 60: Which actor appeared in the most Marvel Cinematic Universe films from 2020-03-28T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about how COVID-19 is impacting “Black Widow”&“Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings.” Not to mention the first three limited serie...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 73: How “Trolls World Tour” will soon make Hollywood history from 2020-03-25T22:15

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by wondering how many animated features will wind up being pushed off of their original release dates this year thanks to COVID-19. They also look ba...

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Disney Dish Episode 262: Why isn’t there more Muppet stuff in the Disney theme parks from 2020-03-23T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by sharing what they’ve learned about COVID-19’s impact on the themed entertainment industry. Then Jim talks about how Kermit&Co. continue to be cro...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 38: Looking back at Star Wars Weekends from 2020-03-19T23:00

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking up “The Star Wars Book: Expand your knowledge of a galaxy far, far away” (which a certain podcaster co-wrote for DK with Pablo Hidalgo&Cole H...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 72: Why “Dumbo” can be shown on Disney+ but “Song of the South” can’t from 2020-03-18T23:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill first talk about the “Song of the South” news that just came out Disney’s annual shareholders meeting. Then Drew&Jim discuss some of the characters&storylines that Dan Scanlon&...

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i Want That Episode 8: March is a month that’s full of Mouse merch from 2020-03-17T04:00

Michelle Valladolid&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about the impact that COVID19 has been having on Disney’s international theme parks (EDITOR’S NOTE: This podcast was recorded back...

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Disney Dish Episode 261: How is the coronavirus is impacting the Walt Disney Company from 2020-03-16T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill talk about the impact that COVID19 has been having on the Disney Parks (Editor’s note: This was before Disney Parks announced on the evening of March 12th that they’d be closing ...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 59: How the Avengers Campus may be impacted by Wall Street’s latest meltdown. from 2020-03-13T22:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about how excited they were to learn that Sam Raimi may get the chance to direct “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.” They th...

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Universal Joint Episode 34: Why PeacockLive got postponed from 2020-03-13T00:15

Dustin Fuhs&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about how Universal Studios Singapore may hold a clue as to how stateside theme parks will deal operationally with the corona virus. Th...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 71 : “Scoob!” celebrates Hanna-Barbera’s heritage from 2020-03-10T16:00

Jim Hill starts off this week’s show by talking about the difference between Pixar films that are well reviewed and Pixar films that produce strong revenue streams. Then Drew Taylor reveals what he...

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Disney Dish Episode 260: The road to “Mickey&Minnie’s Runaway Railway” from 2020-03-09T04:00

Len Testa starts off this week’s episode by reviewing some of the food offerings found at this year’s International Flower&Garden Festival at Epcot. Then Jim Hill talks about how Disney’s earlier ...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 37: Behind Steven Spielberg's "Indy V" decision from 2020-03-05T00:00

Dan Zehr starts off this week’s episode by talking about how much he’s been enjoying watching Season Seven of “Star Wars: The Clone Wars” on Disney+. Then Jim Hill talks about the many factors that...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 70: Why WDAS vets just don’t like Manny the Mammoth from 2020-03-04T00:30

Drew Taylor starts off this week’s show by reminiscing about what it was like to write “The Art of Pixar’s Onward” for Chronicle Books. Then Jim Hill tells the story of the role that the original “...

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Disney Dish Episode 259: How long will Spaceship Earth be closed? from 2020-03-02T05:00

Len Testa starts off this week’s show by reviewing many of the menu offerings at the Regal Eagle Smokehouse, which recently opened at Epcot’s American Adventure pavilion. Then Jim Hill looks back a...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 69: Get ready for “Onward” from 2020-02-27T00:30

Drew Taylor starts off this week’s episode by talking about what it was like to attend the world premiere of Pixar Animation Studios’ latest at the El Capitan Theater. Then Jim Hill takes a look at...

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Disney Dish Episode 258: Making sense of Epcot’s construction fences from 2020-02-24T05:00

Len Testa starts off this week’s show by talking about how all of the construction that’s been going on towards the front of Future World has been negatively impacting Epcot’s “The Seas with Nemo&...

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Universal Joint Episode 33: How scary will Universal Classic Monsters Land be? from 2020-02-20T05:00

Dustin Fuhs&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by offering an update on the Universal Studios Beijing project. They then talk about how Kenan Thompson is the perfect choice to serve as a spokesper...

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Disney Dish Episode 257: How Epcot’s festivals continue to change this theme park from 2020-02-17T05:00

Len Testa starts off this week’s episode by talking about the very best way to plan out your FastPasses while visiting Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Jim Hill then talks about why Epcot’s Liberty Inn ...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 68: Pooh’s path to popularity from 2020-02-14T01:35

Drew Taylor& Jim Hill start off this week’s episodes with a quick recap of the 92 nd Academy Awards. They then talk about how Winnie-the-Pooh went from a literary property that Waltpursued for ...

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Disney Dish Episode 256: What became of the Disney Institute? from 2020-02-10T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by reviewing some of the patents that The Walt Disney Company has recently filed (Including one or two that soon may be in use as part of the Avenger ...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 58: Will Patrick Stewart return as Professor X from 2020-02-07T05:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about the two Marvel Studios-related commercials that aired during this year’s Superbowl broadcast. They then reveal what Disney+ has t...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 36 : Will “Indy V” still start shooting in April? from 2020-02-06T17:45

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about how the success of “The Mandalorian” is supposedly impacted Lucasfilm’s plans for that “Obi-Wan” limited series it’s producing for ...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 67: And the Oscar for Best Animated Feature goes to … ? from 2020-02-05T19:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off by discussing how Emma Watts’ decision to step down as head of 20th Century could potentially impact Blue Sky Studios. They also talk about how the series finale of “...

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Disney Dish Episode 255: Was Superstar Limo the worst Disney ride ever? from 2020-02-03T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about how the Imagineers are using survey results to help them determine how scary Epcot’s “Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind” ride...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 66: Which Disney Short Circuit films stand tall from 2020-02-01T05:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing how Skydance Animation’s decision to hire Peggy Holmes to replace Alessandro Carloni as the director of “Luck” could actually be a luc...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 35: Anaheim’s “Resistance” rises from 2020-01-29T05:00

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about this year’s Star Wars Celebration (which will be held at the Anaheim Convention Center August 27th – 30th). They then look back at ...

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Disney Dish Episode 254: Does Disney’s Riveria Resort have a hidden room from 2020-01-27T05:15

Len Testa starts off this week’s show by talking about the FastPass-related changes that will be coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios starting on February 19th. Then Jim Hill looks back at the his...

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Universal Joint Episode 32: Making the most of USF’s Mardi Gras celebration from 2020-01-22T05:00

Dustin Fuhs&Jim Hill start off this episode by talking about what that music video Universal Studios Japan released last week does – and, more importantly, does not – reveal about Super Nintendo Wo...

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Disney Dish Episode 253: Rating Epcot’s newest films from 2020-01-20T05:00

Len Testa starts off this week’s show by sharing his thoughts about “Awesome Planet,” “Canada: Far and Wide” as well as the “Beauty&the Beast Sing-along.” Jim Hill then talks about the carousel the...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 65 : Handicapping this year’s Oscar nominations from 2020-01-19T03:20

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how 2020 may finally be the year that Laika gets to take home an Oscar for Best Animated Feature. They then do an in-depth look at ...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 32: Does “The Rise of Skywalker” satisfy? from 2020-01-15T05:00

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how Disneyland Park is prepping for the January 17th opening of “Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance.” They then discuss in depth the fin...

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Disney Dish Episode 252: Imagineering Epcot’s Space pavilion from 2020-01-13T05:15

Len Testa starts out this week’s show by revealing how Disney World is using an upcoming Free Dining promotion to deliberately steer people away from visiting that Resort over the long Fourth of Ju...

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I Want That Episode 7: Waiting on Baby Yoda from 2020-01-11T15:30

Michelle Valladolid&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking up some of the great artists who will be showcasing their work at this year’s edition of the Epcot International Festival of th...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 57: Will Hugh Jackman play Wolverine in “Deadpool 3”? from 2020-01-10T05:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing the name the Imagineers chose for those Marvel-themed lands that are being built at California Adventure, Walt Disney Studios Park in P...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 64 : Mike Myer’s Marvin the Martian movie from 2020-01-09T19:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill talk about “Coyote vs Acme,” “Space Jam 2” and some of the other projects that Warner Bros. Feature Animation has in production. Then Jim wraps up the convoluted history of Dis...

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Disney Dish Episode 251: New restaurants under consideration for WDW’s Magic Kingdom from 2020-01-06T05:00

Len Testa starts off this week’s show by sharing some surveys that Disney Dish listeners have recently received. Then Jim Hill looks ahead to the coming year and talks about what 2020 will bring t...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 31: Hanging with Harrison Ford from 2020-01-01T05:00

Dan Zehr recounts his recent trip to Hollywood where he walked down the blue carpet at the premiere of “Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker.” Then Jim Hill talks about the Imagineers got ...

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Disney Dish Episode 250: Remembering WDW’s “Glory and Pageantry of Christmas” show from 2019-12-30T05:00

Len Testa starts off this week’s episode by revealing how TouringPlans actually cracked Priceline’s code when it came to unnamed WDW resorts. Then Jim Hill talks about the living nativity that used...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 63: When WDAS almost shuttered from 2019-12-24T05:00

Drew Taylor starts off this week’s episode by talking up “Harley Quinn,” that adult animated series that recently debuted on DC Universe. Then Jim Hill talks about how “Sleeping Beauty” seriously u...

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Disney Dish Episode 249: Reviewing WDW’s Riviera Resort from 2019-12-23T05:00

Len Testa starts off this week’s show by sharing his impressions of the latest Disney Vacation Club property to open at Walt Disney World. Then Jim Hill shares the history of the hotel that shares ...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 56: It’s not some high-priced collectible. It’s an investment from 2019-12-20T23:00

Given that there are only a few shopping days left ‘til Christmas, Aaron Adams&Jim Hill serve up an abbreviated “Marvel Us Disney” episode. During which they share some of their favorite suggestion...

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Disney Dish Episode 248: From CircleVision to “Soarin’ “ from 2019-12-16T05:00

Len Testa starts off this show by talking about the challenges that WDW Guests still face if they want to experience DHS’ “Star Wars: The Rise of the Resistance” attraction in the coming weeks. Th...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 55: Keeping up with Kevin from 2019-12-13T19:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing the CW’s “Crisis on Infinite Earths” crossover event. They then pivot to talking about how “Joker” blowing through the billion-dollar b...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 30: It’s hard to resist “Rise of the Resistance” from 2019-12-12T19:10

Jim Hill starts off this week’s show by starting a story about how two New Hampshire communities came together to make a Star Wars fan’s dying wish come through. Then Dan Zehr talks about his favo...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 62: Looking forward to “Onward” from 2019-12-11T18:45

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start things off this week by discussing how Disney’s “Frozen” sequel did over its third weekend in domestic release. They then talk about which scenes were changed in “Rudolph...

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Disney Dish Episode 247: “Rise” is great. It’s also not ready from 2019-12-09T05:00

Len Testa shares his experiences from both the press event for “Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance” as well as opening day for this new Disney’s Hollywood Studios attraction. He then offers his advi...

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Universal Joint Episode 31: E.T. and a wonky Christmas tree from 2019-12-07T23:00

Dustin Fuhs&Jim Hill talk about how Dr. Seuss fans will really enjoy this holiday season at the Universal Orlando Resort&Universal Studios Hollywood. They then discuss why many of the restaurants t...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 61: How “Rudolph” wound up on Freeform from 2019-12-06T02:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill discuss what surprised them about this year’s Annie Award nominations. They also look back at the complicated history of the holiday specials produced by Rankin-Bass Learn mor...

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Disney Dish Episode 246: Snow White is a problematic Disney Princess. Discuss. from 2019-12-02T05:00

First Len Testa previews some of the cutting-edge tech that will possibly power Guest interactions at WDW’s “Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser” resort. Then Jim Hill talks about how the Imagineers ha...

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Fine Tooning Episode 60 : Hand-drawn “Klaus” is a heartfelt charmer from 2019-11-30T05:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by comparing what “Frozen 2” made over its opening weekend to how Jon Favreau’s “Lion King” redo did when it debuted domestically back in July. Then ...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 54: 2023 should be a banner year for Marvel Cinematic Universe fans from 2019-11-29T17:30

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill starts off this week’s episode by discussing the most recent episodes of HBO’s “Watchmen” series. They then share why “Falcon and the Winter Soldier” (i.e., that limited series...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 29 : Editing the Very First Star Wars Movie “A New Hope” from 2019-11-26T17:00

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about Paul Hirsch’s terrific new memoir, which recounts the eight months that Hirsch worked with George&Marcia Lucas putting together the...

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Disney Dish Episode 245: Make way for DAK’s Merry Menagerie from 2019-11-25T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing how a patent Disney Parks&Resorts recently filed may eventually impact classic attractions like Space Mountain. Then Jim talks about some...

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Universal Joint Episode 30: Universal Joint LIVE! from 2019-11-21T05:00

From the lovely St. Croix room at the Loews Sapphire Falls Resort, it’s Dustin Fuhs&Jim Hill. In front of a live audience, these two recap what happened over the course of Storybook Destinations’ t...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 28: Man, does “The Mandalorian” deliver from 2019-11-19T05:00

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about how much they enjoyed the first episode of Jon Favreau’s live-action series for Disney+. They then dig into the history of “Star War...

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Disney Dish Episode 244: Why Hyperion Wharf Didn’t Happen from 2019-11-18T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how Leslie Iwerks' “Imagineering” documentary series on Disney+ is a must-see for theme park fans. They then discuss why the construct...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 53: The problem with secret identities from 2019-11-15T05:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about HBO’s “Watchmen” reboot, which seems to be its own animal (rather than being a slavish copy of Alan Moore&Dave Gibbons’ ground-br...

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Universal Joint Episdoe 29: What happens when your next door neighbor is a theme park from 2019-11-14T03:30

Dustin Fuhs&Jim Hill start off this week’s podcast by discussing – less than 24 hours after Halloween Horror Nights 29 ends its 41-night run – the Universal Orlando Resort began promoting 2020’s “...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 59: It’s Disney+ Day from 2019-11-12T22:35

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s podcast by discussing which shows on Disney’s new streaming service are worth seeking out. Drew also talks about “Frozen 2” (which he’s already managed to...

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Disney Dish Episode 243: The long road to Mickey&Minnie’s Runaway Railway from 2019-11-11T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by discussing how Disney&Las Vegas’ never-ending battle for your tourism dollars would up impacting Epcot’s “Space 220” restaurant. Then Jim walks l...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 27: Looking back at “Howard the Duck” from 2019-11-05T19:00

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by comparing&contrasting the trailers for “Star Wars – Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker” and “The Mandalorian.” They then look back at Lucasfilm’s ...

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Disney Dish Episode 242: Shining a spotlight on the Osborne Lights from 2019-11-04T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by discussing why Disney Parks&Resorts is exploring the idea of a subscription-based service and/or a loyalty program out ahead of WDW’s 50th anniv...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 52: What lies ahead for Marvel Television from 2019-11-01T10:37:35

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by revisiting Martin Scorsese&Francis Ford Coppola’s remarks on the “theme park movies” that Marvel Studios supposedly produces. Then Aaron takes ...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 26: “Mind Tricks,” see “Jedi” from 2019-10-31T04:00

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how the lackluster sales of toys related to “Solo: A Star Wars Story” may have made some big box stories think twice about opening earl...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 58: Remembering Disney’s “Fraidy Cat” from 2019-10-30T03:30

Drew Taylor and Jim Hill start off this week’s episode with a lengthy excerpt from Sir Elton John’s official autobiography where the singer / songwriter looks back on his role in the creation ofDis...

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Disney Dish Episode 241: Testa and Scopa! Together again! from 2019-10-28T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about Disney’s recent test of easier-to-understand names for the menu items served at “Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge.” Then Lenreunites with his ...

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Universal Joint Episode 28: Universal Beijing’s response to WDW’s MagicBands from 2019-10-25T04:00

Dustin Fuhs&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about the “Bourne Stuntacular,” which will be opening at Universal Studios Florida in the Spring of 2020. They then discuss how Univer...

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Disney Dish Episode 240: 364 days of staying in WDW hotel rooms from 2019-10-21T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about the changes that have been made to the menus found inside of “Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge.” Then Len shares an interview that he recently...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 51: How toy sales cured Tony Stark of his alcoholism from 2019-10-18T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about the “Marvel celebrates Stan Lee” event that was held last week at NYC’s New Amsterdam Theatre. They then discuss how Marvel Studi...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 56: Resurrecting “The Addams Family” from 2019-10-17T04:00

Jim Hill uses the “Addams Family” strong ticket sales as an excuse to look at the nearly 80-year history of this freaky franchise. Then Drew Taylor shares his interview that he recently did with Br...

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Disney Dish Episode 239: Inside the Skyliner malfunction from 2019-10-14T04:00

Len Testa starts off this week’s episode by sharing a first-person account about what it was like to be stranded on WDW’s Skyliner back on Saturday, October 5th. Jim Hill then talks about the chang...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 50: Scorcese’s take on the MCU from 2019-10-10T23:00

Aaron Adams and Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about the role that Tom Holland played in Sony Pictures&Marvel Studios opting to extend their “Spider-Man” co-production deal. They...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 55: How “Frozen 2” came to be from 2019-10-10T01:15

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about “Klaus,” the Sergio Pablos film that Netflix will be releasing to theaters on November 8th and then making available for streaming ...

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Disney Dish Episode 238: An Illuminating look at “Epcot Forever” from 2019-10-07T04:00

Len Testa starts off this week’s show by talking about some of the operational issues WDW’s Skyliner has had. Len&Jim then talk about “Epcot Forever,” the new nighttime show which debuted out on/o...

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Universal Joint Episode 27: Looking back at USF’s Fright Nights 1991 from 2019-10-04T04:00

Dustin Fuhs&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about that Universal Orlando team member who was fired for making the “White Power” symbol while working at a character meet ‘n’ greet....

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 54: How VR influenced the design of “Frozen 2” from 2019-10-03T16:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how well “Abominable” did over its opening weekend. Then Drew shares a recent interview that he did with Lisa Keene, the co-producti...

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Disney Dish Episode 237: : Skyliner is an entertaining addition to WDW’s resort-wide transportation system from 2019-09-30T04:00

Len Testa starts off this week’s episode by sharing his experience at a Cast Member Only preview of WDW’s new Skyliner system. Then Jim Hill looks back at “Illuminations: Reflections of Earth,” the...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 25: The very best order to watch the “Star Wars” movies in from 2019-09-28T16:00

Jim had the Flu, so it was very fortuitous that Dan packed an extra co-host, Tom, in his travel bags. Also, Aaron Adams showed up because he was looking for someone to hang out with that day. The...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 49: How Disney acquired Marvel Entertainment from 2019-09-26T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about the rumors that are making the rounds about which members of the Sinister Six may show up in the next Tom Holland “Spider-Man” mo...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 53: How “Everest” became “Abominable” from 2019-09-26T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about what Bob Iger revealed about Disney’s 2006 acquisition of Pixar in his new book, “The Ride of a Lifetime.” Drew then shares an i...

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Universal Joint Episode 26: The different ways USH&USF handle holidays from 2019-09-24T04:00

Dustin Fuhs&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing the Universal Orlando Resort’s efforts to keep its plans for the Epic Universe project under wraps. They then talk about how the Univer...

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Disney Dish Episode 236: Baby New Year can fly? Only at Disneyland from 2019-09-23T04:00

Len Testa starts off this week’s show by talking about some rare home movies that he’s recently seen from the early days of Disneyland Park. Jim Hill then talks about how the roles that castles pla...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 52: Why Deja&Keane left WDAS from 2019-09-17T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by speculating about how MGM’s “Addams Family” may do over its opening weekend. They then continue their “Where are they now” feature by discussin...

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Disney Dish Episode 235: How Future World got its animatronic dinosaurs from 2019-09-16T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about why it’s crucial that WDW’s new Skyliner transportation system has a trouble-free debut. Jim then reveals how WDI used fossil fuel...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 48: Untangling the Sony “Spidey” situation from 2019-09-13T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by sharing what Disneyland Cast Members were told about DCA’s Avengers campus area. They then talk about how “Hawkeye”&“Wandavision” (i.e., those ...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 24: Star Wars at this year’s D23 Expo from 2019-09-12T00:45

Dan Zehr starts off this week’s show with a recap of his experience at this year’s Official Disney Fan Club event at the Anaheim Convention. Jim Hill then looks back at those two “Ewok” TV movies ...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 51: The artistry of James Baxter from 2019-09-10T07:06

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how much they enjoyed “Steven Universe: The Movie.” They then reflect on the challenges of covering some animators’ post-Disney care...

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Disney Dish Episode 234: 2019 Food&Wine – Part One from 2019-09-09T04:00

Len Testa starts off this week’s show by describing what the Disney’s Hollywood Studios version of “Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge” was like on opening day. He then describes what it was like to go strai...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 50: Remembering Disney’s “Quack Pack” from 2019-09-04T21:40

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by discussing several of the television animation-related panels at this year’s D23 Expo. Jim then looks back at what happened with the “Disney Af...

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Disney Dish Episode 233: Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party tips from 2019-09-02T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episodes by talking about the “Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge” Coca-Cola “thermal detonator” controversy. Then special guest Christina Testa-Harrison offers her t...

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Universal Joint Episode 25: Universal City Florida: What might have been from 2019-09-01T03:00

Dustin Fuhs&Jim Hill start off this episode by talking about the bozos who put a damper on Universal Orlando's most recent passholder appreciation night. Jim also details the sort of theme park th...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 47: The Disney, Marvel&Sony “Spider-Man” situation untangled from 2019-08-30T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start things off by explaining how Marvel Studios wound up helping Columbia Pictures with its “Spider-Man” reboot back in 2015. They then shine a spotlight on a number of the M...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 49: Disney&Pixar news from this year’s D23 Expo from 2019-08-27T23:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about why “Angry Birds 2” failed to take flight. Then Drew shares what he learned this past weekend about Pixar’s “Onward”&“Soul” as we...

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Disney Dish Episode 232: How Big Thunder got on track from 2019-08-26T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about the Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Pass&Mid-Day Magic ticket that the WDW Resort recently began offering. Jim then shines a ...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 23 : From “Eo” to “Tucker” from 2019-08-25T00:00

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about “Indiana Jones V” (which is supposed to begin shooting in London next April). Then Dan&Jim look back at “Tucker, The Man and his Dr...

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Fine Toning with Drew Taylor Episode 48: What’s Disney’s plan for Blue Sky Studios? from 2019-08-22T00:30

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how “Angry Birds 2” garnered better reviews&sold more tickets over its opening weekend than the original “Angry Birds” movie did bac...

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Disney Dish Episode 231: Should I Try WDW's College Program from 2019-08-19T21:45

Jim Hill and guest host Dan Zehr talk about how Halloween is celebrated at Disney theme parks around the globe. Dan then looks back at the three different experiences he had while participating in ...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 46: How Thor wound up in Oklahoma from 2019-08-16T04:00

n honor of “Avengers: Endgame” being released on Blu-ray&DVD, Aaron Adams&Jim Hill discuss some of the lesser-known aspects of this Russo Brothers movie. Jim then reads an excerpt from J. Michael S...

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I Want That Episode 6: Previewing Marty Sklar’s last book from 2019-08-15T20:00

Shelly Valladolid&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about the 50th-anniversary celebration of Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion. Shelly then unboxes a Pulp Hero Snap Bot from Far Out Toy...

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Universal Joint Episode 24: Deconstructing Epic Universe’s concept art from 2019-08-15T03:30

Dustin Fuhs&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing the Velocicoaster, the new thrill ride that’s now in the works for the Jurassic Park section of Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Jim t...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 47: “Bambi” ‘s troubled trip to the big screen from 2019-08-14T02:30

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill talk about some of the Disney theme park-related projects that animation master Eric Goldberg created new footage for. They also look back at how Walt Disney Animation Studios ...

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Disney Dish Episode 230: Looking back at Independence Lake from 2019-08-12T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this episode with a run-down of the past week’s news, including Universal Orlando’s announcement of their Epic Universe project. Jim then shines a spotlight on Walt Dis...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 45: What “House of X” may mean for the MCU from 2019-08-09T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill discuss how Professor Hulk was originally supposed to make his cinematic debut in “Avengers: Infinity War” rather than in “Endgame.” Aaron then goes on to explain how Marvel Co...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 46: Remembering Russi Taylor from 2019-08-06T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by paying tribute to the late Disney Legend who voiced Minnie Mouse for more than three decades. Drew then shares what he learned at the press ju...

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Disney Dish Episode 229: Mickey rides that were never built from 2019-08-05T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about some of the new holiday-themed offerings that will be debuting at Disney World this November. Jim then shares some excerpts from “Magi...

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Universal Joint Episode 23: Looking back at USH’s “Battle of Galactica” from 2019-08-01T02:50

Dustin Fuhs&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode with a news round-up related to Universal’s four (soon-to-be-five) stateside theme parks. Jim then does a deep dive on an addition to the Universa...

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Disney Dish Episode 228: Epcot to light up for the holidays? from 2019-07-29T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start things off by talking about what The Walt Disney Company is expected to unveil/announce at this year’s D23 Expo. Len then shares a rumor that he recently heard about an Os...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 44: Marvel Studios’ grand plans for 2020&2021 from 2019-07-26T15:00

On the heels of Kevin Feige’s epic Hall H presentation at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con, Aaron Adams&Jim Hill break down what Marvel Studios will be releasing theatrically over the two+ years and...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 45: Hans Zimmer fixes “Lion King” mistakes from 2019-07-25T14:45

Drew Taylor starts off this week’s episode by sharing what he learned at the junket for DreamWorks Animation’s “Abominable” (which arrives in theaters on September 27th). He then shares a sit-down ...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 22: “Mandalorian” gets a second season from 2019-07-24T04:00

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about the exhibit of stormtrooper armor that Lucasfilm will be displaying at this year’s Comic-Con. Jim then talks about the messaging tha...

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Disney Dish Episode 227: Backstage at Disneyland in July of 1955 from 2019-07-22T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill talk about WDW’s plans to link the Grand Floridian Resort&Spa to the Magic Kingdom via the walk-around-the-world (and what this potentially means for the Electrical Water Pageant...

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Universal Joint Episode 22: Universal Studios Dubailand: What happened from 2019-07-17T04:00

Dustin Fuhs&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing the operational issues that the Universal Orlando Resort is continuing to have with “Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure.” ...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 44:Getting ready for Comic-Con from 2019-07-16T04:00

Drew Taylor starts off this week’s episode by talking about what it was like to attend the world premiere of Jon Favreau’s “The Lion King” at Hollywood’s Dolby Theatre. Drew&Jim then discuss the ve...

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Disey Dish Episode 226:Does the Grand Destino Tower measure up? from 2019-07-15T04:00

Len Testa starts off this week’s episode by talking about his recent visit to Takumi-Tei (i.e., the signature restaurant that just opened at Epcot’s Japan pavilion) and the extraordinary experience...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 43: FX secrets from “Avengers: Endgame” from 2019-07-12T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about how ticket sales for “Spider-Man: Far from Home” compare to those for “Spider-Man: Homecoming” back in July of 2017. They also do...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 43: Why Disney’s “Toaster” got unplugged from 2019-07-09T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about some of the casting decisions that Walt Disney Studios has been making on its live-action reimagining of “The Little Mermaid.” Th...

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Disney Dish Episode 225: Does WDI need to streamline its design process? from 2019-07-08T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by discussing which aspects of Future World’s old Communicore / Innoventions area are due to shuttered soon as Epcot gets a facelift out ahead of WD...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 42: How does “Far From Home” stack up? from 2019-07-05T04:00

First Jim Hill talks about how unhappy he is with the news that the “Marvel Zombies” comic book line is being revived. Then Aaron Adams talks about why he’s so pleased with the way that Mysterio wa...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 21: A 2nd look at “Galaxy’s Edge” from 2019-07-03T04:00

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about Kathleen Kennedy’s decision to promote Michelle Rejwan to SVP of Lucasfilm’s live-action development&production. They then discuss G...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 42: A “Flash” from Disney&Fox from 2019-07-02T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by discussing whether this summer’s pattern of sequels under-performing at the box office impacted “Toy Story 4.” They also discuss the animated f...

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Disney Dish Episode 224: Will WDW’s 50th feature pin trading 2.0? from 2019-07-01T04:00

Len Testa starts off this week’s show by talking about his visit to the newly opened Surfside Inn&Suites, which is Phase One of Universal Orlando’s Endless Summer Resort. Jim Hill then looks back a...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 41: How soon is too soon when it comes to spoilers? from 2019-06-28T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about what Disney’s doing this weekend to ensure that “Avengers: Endgame” is finally going to be able to beat “Avatar” ‘s all-time / li...

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Universal Joint Episode 21: Getting ready for “Jurassic World – The Ride” from 2019-06-26T04:00

Dustin Fuhs&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how Universal Orlando handled Volcano Bay’s electrical issues. They then talk about some of the menu items that Universal Studios Ho...

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Disney Dish Episode 223: How Epcot’s cost over-runs almost cost The Walt Disney Company everything from 2019-06-24T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing the troubled history of “Primeval Whirl.” Jim then looks back on when greenmailers Saul Steinberg&Irwin Jacobs were making runs at Walt D...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 40: Simon Kinberg’s take on “Dark Phoenix” misfiring from 2019-06-21T04:00

Aaron Adams starts off this week’s episode with his review of “X-Men Dark Phoenix.” He then follows that up with his take on the third&final (for now, we hope) season of Netflix’s “Jessica Jones” L...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 41: How would Stephen Hillenburg have felt about “Kamp Koral” ? from 2019-06-18T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about “It’s A Wonderful Sponge” and the new CG series that Nick is spinning off of this May 2020 release. Drew&Jim discuss how underwhelmi...

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Disney Dish Episode 222: Get ready for fewer FastPasses at DHS from 2019-06-17T04:00

Len&Jim start off this week’s podcast by discussing how Disney’s Hollywood Studios plans on dealing with the crowds once that theme park’s version of “Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge” opens. Jim then talk...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 20: Dan Z’s trip to “Galaxy’s Edge” from 2019-06-12T12:00

In an extra-special edition of “Looking at Lucasfilm,” Dan Zehr walks listeners through what it was like to take part in “Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge” media event. Dan goes into great detail about wh...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 40: Picking a proper princess song for “Aladdin” from 2019-06-12T11:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about the teaser trailer for Pixar’s “Onward.” Then it’s a discussion of why it took Alan Menken four different tries before he finally fo...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 39: Can you imagine Keanu in a Marvel movie? from 2019-06-08T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by reviewing all of the rumors that are making the rounds about which movies Marvel Studios will be making next. Aaron&Jim then discusses the various...

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Disney Dish Episode 221: Why WDW’s “Fire Mountain” project flamed out from 2019-06-03T04:00

While waiting for Len Testa to return from Batuu, Jim Hill shares a story about the thrill ride that the Magic Kingdom almost got back in the early 2000s. One that took its inspiration from “Atlant...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 38: Why “Good Omens” is really great television from 2019-05-31T17:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode with an update on the Stan Lee elder abuse case. Then Aaron serves up an enthusiastic review of the new Amazon Video limited series which is based...

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Universal Joint Episode 20: How Butterbeer led to the creation of Blue Milk from 2019-05-31T01:00

Dustin Fuhs and Jim Hill start off this podcast with an update on Universal Studios Hollywood’s “Jurassic World” ride. They also talk about how the merch and food program that Universal Parks&Resor...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 39: Why Pixar Putt needs to come stateside from 2019-05-28T12:15

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this podcast by talking about how Paramount’s decision to push the release date of “Sonic the Hedgehog” back to February 2020 may have actually made it harder for thi...

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Disney Dish Episode 220: When Godzilla (almost) came to Tokyo Disney from 2019-05-27T04:00

While Len’s getting ready for the opening of Anaheim’s “Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge,” Jim Hill shares an interview that he did with former Imagineer Terri Hardin. She then reveals the role that she pl...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 37: How Marvel has mastered the sound of silence from 2019-05-24T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill share e-mails from two listeners who actually got to see “Spider-Man Turn Off the Dark” during its Broadway run. Then Aaron uses his audio expertise to demonstrate how Marvel S...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 19: How “Radioland Murders” paved the way for the prequels from 2019-05-22T04:00

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill start this podcast by paying tribute to the late Peter Mayhew. They then talk about the Abbott&Costello-inspired production that Universal Pictures had originally wanted George Lu...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 38: Looking back at Disney’s animated “Mulan” from 2019-05-21T04:00

Drew Taylor and Jim Hill start this podcast off by singing the praises of the “DuckTales” production team for the artful&heartfelt way they folded Darkwing Duck into this animated series. Jim then ...

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Disney Dish Episode 219: The end of the Chronological Disneyland series (for now) from 2019-05-20T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill talk about the significance of a number of surveys that The Walt Disney World Resort has sent out to Guests recently. Jim then discusses how Bob Chapek’s decision to focus in on ...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 36: How “Spider-Man Turn Off the Dark” went south from 2019-05-17T07:19

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start things off by talking about Robert Downey Jr.’ s very impressive payday for “Avengers: Infinity War.” Then Jim digs into the troubled production history of Marvel’s very ...

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I Want That: Episode 05: Tinny returns for “Toy Story 4” from 2019-05-16T08:21

Michelle Valladolid&Jim Hill talk about how Disney has made Jasmine the main focus of its merchandise push for the Studio’s new live-action version of “Aladdin.” Jim then shares the history of “Tin...

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Universal Joint Episode 19: Why Universal is abandoning 3D for 2D in 4K from 2019-05-15T04:00

Dustin Fuhs&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about the latest addition to “Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure” at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. They then discuss how t...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 37:Disney carves out its release date calendar from 2019-05-14T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by sharing their concerns about the December 2019 release date that Disney selected for Blue Sky Studios’ “Spies in Disguise.” They also use the upco...

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Disney Dish Episode 218: Why the Disney Parks build so few original attractions these days from 2019-05-13T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing the mysterious construction that’s going on at Disney’s Animal Kingdom out behind Pandora – The World of Avatar. Jim then talks about “Th...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 35: Mysterio’s a hero in “Far From Home” ?! from 2019-05-10T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about why Disney is taking a low-key approach to celebrating the fact that “Avengers: Endgame” has just overtaken “Titanic” (at least w...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 18: Why Spielberg&Lucas lightened things up with “Last Crusade” from 2019-05-08T04:00

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how the Imagineers have handed the Anaheim version of “Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge” off to Disneyland Ops teams. They then talk about how ...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 36: Why Figment keeps popping up in Pixar movies from 2019-05-07T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how fan reaction to the “Sonic the Hedgehog” teaser trailer forced Paramount Animation to rework the look of that film’s title chara...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 34: A spoileriffic discussion of “Avengers: Endgame” from 2019-05-03T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by going over the menu at Universal Studios Hollywood’s Marvel Mania restaurant. They then discuss what they enjoyed about the Russo Brothers’ fin...

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Universal Joint Episode 18: Universal Orlando's dragon coaster was quite a challenge from 2019-05-01T04:00

Dustin Fuhs&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by discussing how Universal Creative is now in the process of buttoning up “Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure.” They then talk at len...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 35: How a Mel Gibson movie became a Will Smith film from 2019-04-30T04:00

Drew Taylor starts off this week’s episode by sharing his thoughts on Warner Bros. “Pokémon Detective Pikachu.” Jim Hill then does a deep dive on “Gemini Man,” the long-in-development production th...

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Disney Dish Episode 217: Disneyland’s Batuu battle plan from 2019-04-29T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off of this week’s episode by discussing why WDW management opted to push off the opening of “Mickey&Minnie’s Runaway Railway” at Disney’s Hollywood Studios ‘til the Spring...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 33: Russo Brothers reveal how they made “Avengers: Endgame” from 2019-04-26T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how “Spider-Man: Far From Home” is now supposed to be the final film in the Infinity Saga. They then share audio that Drew Taylor ga...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 17: Star Wars Celebration in Chicago from 2019-04-24T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about the parallels between “Roger Rabbit’s Cartoon Spin” opening at Disneyland Park in January of 1994 and “Mickey&Minnie’s Runaway Ra...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 34: Looking back at Disney’s “Hunchback of Notre Dame” from 2019-04-23T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about the parallels between “Roger Rabbit’s Cartoon Spin” opening at Disneyland Park in January of 1994 and “Mickey&Minnie’s Runaway Ra...

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Disney Dish Episode 216: Not-so Great Moments with creepy Mr. Lincoln from 2019-04-22T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by discussing what’s significant about that new Disney Cruise Line survey which is currently making the rounds. Jim then talks about how the Imagine...

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I Want That: Episode 04: Do you remember Disney Bunnies? from 2019-04-20T18:30

In a special Easter-themed episode, Michelle Valladolid&Jim Hill discussed how the Tokyo Disney Resort has turned this holiday into a two park, multi-week event. Jim then reviews the history of th...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 32: Get ready for some Marvel Us movie math from 2019-04-19T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about how the limited series that Marvel Studios is producing for Disney’s soon-to-launch subscription streaming service will be differ...

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Universal Joint Episode 17:: How does Disney’s acquisition of Fox effect Universal’s “Simpsons Ride” ? from 2019-04-17T04:00

Dustin Fuhs&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about the operational&safety challenges that Universal Studios Hollywood is now facing, thanks to all of those show drones this theme p...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 33: Are you ready for Bo Peep, action hero? from 2019-04-16T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing Rich Moore’s decision to leave Walt Disney Animation Studios for Sony Pictures Animation. Drew also shares what he learned about “Toy S...

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Disney Dish Episode 215: Why is “Mickey&Minnie’s Runaway Railway” running behind schedule? from 2019-04-15T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off by talking about how “Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy” will use promotion to try&overcome its unfortunate, out-of-the-way positioning at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. ...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 31: When will the X-Men be joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe? from 2019-04-12T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing how “Avengers: Endgame” ‘s three-hour-plus run-time may prevent this Russo Bros. movie from topping “Infinity Wars” record-breaking ope...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 32: How Disney blew it with Don Bluth from 2019-04-09T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill look back at when Don Bluth resigned from Walt Disney Animation Studios in September of 1979 and then took 15% of that studio’s artists&animators with him. Drew then shares the...

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Disney Dish Episode 214: WDI debates how to update Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster from 2019-04-08T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about Disney Villains After Hours, that new hard ticket for WDW’s Magic Kingdom which will be offered on select nights in June, July&Augu...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 16: Get ready for Star Wars Celebration from 2019-04-06T04:00

Dan Zehr reports back on his recent trip to Chicago, where he scoped out McCormick Place (i.e., the massive convention center where Star Wars Celebration is being held this year). Jim Hill then sha...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 31: Looking back at Disneytoon Studios from 2019-04-02T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill kick off this week’s show by talking about “Steven Universe” ‘s win at the GLAAD Media Awards. Drew then shares an interview he did with Danny Devito at the press junket for Di...

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Disney Dish Episode 213: The Atlantean Encounter that Disneyland Park almost got from 2019-04-01T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing how The Walt Disney Company is still struggling with “Song of the South.” Jim then continues his Chronological Disneyland series by revea...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 30: Will “The Eternals” launch the cosmic age of Marvel movies? from 2019-03-29T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill talk about how James Gunn’s offensive Tweets problem forced Kevin Feige to change up Marvel Studios’ batting order. They also wonder whether – after “The Infinity Saga” wraps –...

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Universal Joint Episode 16:: Looking ahead to “Jurassic World: The Ride” from 2019-03-28T04:00

Dustin Fuhs&Jim Hill share what they’ve learned about the work that’s been going on down on the Lower Lot of Universal Studios Hollywood. They also talk about why – when it came time to turn “Juras...

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I Want That: Episode 03: What’s in store for the Disney Store from 2019-03-27T04:00

Michelle Valladolid&Jim Hill discuss how Disney hopes lightning will strike twice in 2019. First by following up 2017’s Rose Gold craze with its new Briar Rose Gold line. And then by sequelizing 2...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 30: Tim Burton’s early days at Disney Studios from 2019-03-26T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by trying to sort out where exactly Disney&ABC now stand in regards to all those animated “Peanuts” specials. Then Drew shares the interviews that he...

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Disney Dish Episode 212: The very model of a modern major theme park from 2019-03-25T04:00

Len Testa starts off this episode with an enthusiastic review of Disney Spring’s latest addition, Jaleo by José Andrés. Len&Jim then share a survey that Universal Parks&Resorts is using to zero in ...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 29: James Gunn reinstated as “Vol 3” director from 2019-03-22T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s episodes by talking about how Disney&Universal actually came together to plus Stan Lee’s cameo appearance in “Captain Marvel.” They then discuss the role ...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 15: How “Star Wars Resistance” grew to be irresistible from 2019-03-20T04:00

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing the factors involved with The Walt Disney Company’s decision to move up the opening of Disneyland Park’s Black Spire Outpost to May 31st. ...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 29: How MGM erased “Tom&Jerry” ‘s more racist moments from 2019-03-19T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by revealing which character Walt Disney Animation Studios favorite Alan Tudyk will be voicing in the live-action version of “Aladdin.” They then ...

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Disney Dish Episode 211: “Edge” gets moved up, “Resistance” gets pushed back from 2019-03-18T04:00

Len Testa starts off this week’s show by dissecting Disney World’s latest round of ticket price increases and what that will mean for Resort Guests in the coming months. Jim Hill then talks about ...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 28: “Captain Marvel” dominates at the box office from 2019-03-14T23:04

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill discuss “Captain Marvel” and how this Anna Boden / Ryan Fleck film often defied audience expectations (but in a good way). They then go on debate when exactly Kevin Feige decid...

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Universal Joint Episode 15: Remembering Sid Sheinberg (1935 – 2019) from 2019-03-13T04:00

Dustin Fuhs&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing the history of projection mapping at Universal Parks&Resorts. They then pay tribute to the longtime president&CEO of MCA who hung tough...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 28: Rob Marshall talks about Disney’s live-action “Little Mermaid” from 2019-03-12T17:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill talks about which films from the Disney Vault will actually be streamable when Disney+ goes live later this year. Drew also shares audio from the interview that he did just las...

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Disney Dish Episode 210: What the future holds for Epcot’s Future World from 2019-03-11T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how the Imagineers plan on reconfiguring the front half of WDW’s science&discovery park. They also continue their Chronological Disney...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 27: Going bananas for Captain Marvel&Nick Fury from 2019-03-08T05:00

Out ahead of “Captain Marvel” ‘s opening weekend, Jim Hill&Aaron Adams talk about how Rotten Tomatoes dealt with the online trolls who were trying to artificially drive down the audience score for ...

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Looking At Lucasfilm Episode 14: Think you’ve already heard it all about “Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge”? Think again from 2019-03-06T21:03

Dan Zehr and Jim Hill wade through the tidal wave of news that just broke about “Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge.” Some of the factoids that they unearth in the process include that the color palette use...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 27: Is Epcot’s “Journey into Imagination” pavilion about to get Docter-ed? from 2019-03-05T05:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this episode by wondering if John Lasseter’s luck is starting to run out at Skydance Animation. Largely because of that open letter Emma Thompson sent to the Los Ange...

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Disney Dish Episode 209: What part will Epcot’s new Play Pavilion play in WDW’s 50th anniversary celebration from 2019-03-04T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing the progress that’s been made to date with WDW’s Skyliner system. They also point out that Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure...

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Disney Dish Episode 208: What the press preview of Anaheim’s Black Spire Outpost revealed Special Edition from 2019-03-01T18:44

Len Testa&Jim Hill talk with Carlye Wisel of “Travel&Leisure” magazine. Ms. Wisel shares what she learned about “Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge” while participating in that three day-long media event tha...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 26: DCL’s “Marvel Day at Sea” is a must-see for Marvel fans from 2019-03-01T05:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how “Black Panther”&“Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” did at the 91st Academy Awards. They then explain why – thanks to internatio...

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I Want That: Episode 02: Pocket Princesses get ready for the big time from 2019-02-28T05:00

Shelley Valladolid&Jim Hill start off this episode by talking about Disney D-Lish and the food-themed merch that this short-lived pop-up store sold at WDW’s Disney Springs this past weekend. They t...

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Universal Joint Episode 13: Will Hiccup&Toothless follow Hagrid into the Universal Parks? from 2019-02-27T11:30

Dustin Fuhs&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by sharing everything that they’ve heard about Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure. They also talk about “Dragon Gliders,” the “How to Tra...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 26: Who Anna and Elsa are searching for in that “Frozen 2” teaser trailer from 2019-02-26T11:23

Drew Taylor and Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about things they probably shouldn’t (EX: The name of that motorcycle-riding character from “Toy Story 4”). They then sequin into sha...

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Disney Dish Episode 207: Making a better (Disney) world, one damp towel at a time from 2019-02-25T05:00

Len Testa starts off this week’s show by sharing some of the promotional slogans that the WDW Resort are reportedly considering adopting in the near future. He&Jim then talk about The Walt Disney ...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 25: Say Good-bye to “The Defenders” on Netflix, Hello to “The Offenders” on Hulu from 2019-02-23T05:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this episode by discussing why President of Marvel Studios Kevin Feige has chosen this exact moment to fold the character of Captain Marvel into the Marvel Cinematic ...

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Looking At Lucasfilm Episode 13: The Star Wars-themed coaster that Disney wanted to build in the 1980s from 2019-02-20T05:00

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about how (based on what happened with “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story”) “Episode IX” really was wrapped production. They then talk about Ro...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 25: When Disney wanted Michael Jackson to co-star in its “Mary Poppins” sequel from 2019-02-19T21:43

Drew Taylor starts off this week’s podcast by talking about “Hidden World” director Dean DeBlois shared with him about the development of DreamWorks Animation’s third “How to Train Your Dragon” mov...

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Disney Dish Episode 206: When Disney World almost lost its Hall of Presidents from 2019-02-18T22:26

Jim Hill goes it alone in a special Presidents Day edition of the Disney Dish podcast. He first talks about what’s been going on with Epcot’s International Festival of the Arts. Jim then shares how...

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Disney Dish Episode 205: What’s going on around the edges of DHS’ “Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge” from 2019-02-15T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill complete their November 2018 walk-thru of Disney’s Hollywood Studios with a stroll around Echo Lake. En route, Len&Jim discuss what WDI has planned for the near-term when it com...

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I Want That: Episode 01: The premiere episode of “I Want That” from 2019-02-14T05:00

Jim Hill&Michelle Valladolid kick off a brand-new podcast about Disney-related merch by discussing that annual-passholder-exclusive Steamboat Willie-themed popcorn bucket that was recently availabl...

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Universal Joint Episode 13: Will T2 3D be reborn as a Jason Bourne-based attraction? from 2019-02-13T05:00

Dustin Fuhs&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by discussing some of the foods that will be served up in USF’s French Quarter Courtyard during this year’s Mardi Gras celebration. They then offe...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 24: Animation News, SparkShort and Robin Williams was supposed to voice who? from 2019-02-12T05:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by recapping the 46th annual Annie Awards. They then debate the pros&cons of “Purl,” Pixar’s inaugural SparkShort, before then talking about how ...

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Disney Dish Episode 204: Why the Seven Dwarfs drove Cinderella&Sleeping Beauty out of Fantasyland Forest from 2019-02-11T05:00

Len Testa starts off this week’s show by sharing some of Touring Plans’ more recent discoveries about Disney World’s transportation system. Jim Hill then talks about how the Disney Princess&Disney...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 24: Where Chris Evans may end up after “Endgame” from 2019-02-08T05:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill dissect the “Avengers: Endgame” trailer that aired this past Sunday on Super Bowl LIII. With a particular emphasis on how the Russo Brothers, Christopher Markus, and Stephen Mc...

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Disney Dish Episode 203: How WDI have been Tinkertoying with DHS’ Toy Story Land from 2019-02-07T17:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill continue their November 2018 walk-through of Disney’s Hollywood Studios with a visit to that theme park’s newest “land”. They discuss how the June 2018 opening of Toy Story Land ...

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Looking At Lucasfilm Episode 12: Indiana Jones and the Super Bowl of Peril from 2019-02-06T05:00

Dan Zehr start off this week’s show by talking about how – thanks to the polar vortex – his limited edition Columbia parka (which was inspired by the coat that the cast&crew of “Star Wars – Episod...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 23: Why it took Disney 18 years to produce its animated “Peter Pan” from 2019-02-05T05:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing Pixar veteran Darla Anderson’s decision to sign a multi-year deal with Netflix. They then discuss why it took Disney Studios nearly two...

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Disney Dish Episode 202: Where would you want to go on WDW’s first customizable tour? from 2019-02-04T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show with an update on WDW’s Skyliner system as well as offering some additional info on that resort’s pricey new “World of Dreams” tour. Len also shares s...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 23: Marvel News, the Perils of Plus, and Fancasting from 2019-02-01T05:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill kick things off by discussing the Season Six trailer for “Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” They then share what they’ve heard about what Kevin Feige reportedly has planned for ...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 22: An animated discussion about this year’s Oscar nominations from 2019-01-29T05:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill talk about 2019’s nominees for Best Animated Feature and Best Animated Short Film. They also talk about how “Zootopia” being the highest grossing animated film in Chinese cinem...

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Disney Dish Episode 201: How character greetings will be done differently at Black Spire Outpost from 2019-01-28T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about Disney’s Riveria Resort (which recently began accepting reservations for stays beginning on December 16th). They also discuss Anaheim’...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 22: “Black Panther” goes for the Gold: Our special Oscar nomination edition of Marvel US Disney from 2019-01-25T20:00

In honor of “Black Panther” being nominated for Best Picture, Jim Hill looks back over the past 40 years of Academy Awards history and how superhero movies typically do at the Oscars. Aaron Adams ...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 21: “Spy Jam,” “Race Jam,”&“Skate Jam”: Warners’ 20+ years effort to get a “Space Jam” sequel made from 2019-01-25T00:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by comparing Lee Unkrich’s graceful exit from Pixar with John Lasseter’s awkward arrival at Skydance. They then do a deep dive on Warners’ “Space Jam...

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Universal Joint Episode 12: Why it’s time to stop bashing Universal for its screen-based rides from 2019-01-24T04:58

Dustin Fuhs&Jim Hill talk about the Upper Lot at Universal Studios Hollywood is being transformed for that theme park’s Lunar New Year Celebration. Then Jim wonders why – when it comes to the rides...

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Disney Dish Episode 200: Are you ready to take the controls on “Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run” ? from 2019-01-21T05:00

In honor of the 200th episode of Disney Dish, Len Testa&Jim Hill give a shout-out to the very first folks to subscribe to this podcast. They then share what they’ve learned about what Disney Parks&...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 21: Is “Deadpool 3” dead in the water? from 2019-01-20T00:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start this week’s show off by sharing info about the official Stan Lee tribute (which will be held the TCL Chinese Theater in Hollywood on January 30th). They then discuss wh...

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Looking At Lucasfilm Episode 11: The many challenges that Lucasfilm faced in 2018 from 2019-01-17T00:15

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill discuss everything from “Solo” ‘s under-performance at the box office to the online trolls who went after Kelli Marie Tran. They also talk about some of the happier things that ha...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 20: Controversy engulfs Lasseter’s arrival at Skydance from 2019-01-15T16:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill discuss what’s sure to be one of the biggest animation stories of 2019: David Ellison hiring John Lasseter to be the new head of Skydance Animation. Drew&Jim also look back at...

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Disney Dish Episode 199: Why the original version of Disney California Adventure Park missed the mark from 2019-01-15T03:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill discuss what new shows&attractions the Imagineers hope to have up&running at Disney’s Hollywood Studios by May 2019 (just in time for this theme park’s 30th anniversary celebrati...

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Disney Dish Episode 198: Live From Grand Avenue - Disney’s grand plans for DHS’ Grand Park area from 2019-01-14T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill continue their November 2018 walking tour of Disney’s Hollywood Studios. As they explore the part of this theme park that was formerly known as the Muppets Courtyard, Len&Jim dis...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 20: Marvel’s highs&lows for 2018 from 2019-01-12T02:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill take a look back at the past year in the Marvel-Us-Disney sphere. They discuss which movies set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe had the biggest impact on the entertainment ind...

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Universal Joint Episode 11: Looking back at Universal Parks&Resorts in 2018 from 2019-01-11T05:00

Jim Hill&Dustin Fuhs put together a super-sized edition of their “Universal Joint” podcast to review the past year of changes&challenges that Parks&Resorts faced. Among the topics that they’ll be ...

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Disney Dish Episode 197: Live From the Animation Courtyard - What happens to “Star Wars Launch Bay” after “Galaxy’s Edge” opens from 2019-01-08T05:00

As Len Testa&Jim Hill continue their walk-thru of Disney’s Hollywood Studios in November of 2018, they turn their attention to the Animation Courtyard area. In particular how the Imagineers have tr...

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Disney Dish Episode 196:Aulani may just be the ultimate Disney Resort from 2019-01-07T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about why the menu at Tiffins has been mutating over these past few months. They also discuss the DVC Resorts that Disney execs ultimately ...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 19: The Year in Review for Animation 2018 from 2019-01-02T00:02

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill look back at this year’s high points&low points when it comes to film and television animation. They also talk about projects that they’re really looking forward to in 2019 lik...

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Disney Dish Episode 195: Live From the Studios - Tinsel Town really piles on the tinsel for DHS’ holiday celebration from 2019-01-01T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off their November 2018 tour of Disney’s Hollywood Studios by checking out all of the holiday decorations along Hollywood&Sunset Boulevards. They also discuss WDW Entertain...

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Disney Dish Episode 194:What’s behind Be Our Guest’s recent drop in readers satisfaction ratings? from 2018-12-31T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this episode by talking about one of Disney’s biggest concerns when it comes to “Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge.” Which is that people’s need to get selfies of themselves in ...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 19: “Avengers: Endgame” is only the beginning for Marvel Studios in 2019 from 2018-12-28T05:00

As 2018 winds down, Aaron Adams&Jim Hill look ahead to whatever surprises the Marvel Cinematic Universe has in store for next year. They discuss whether a German press release may have prematurely ...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 10: How gaming influenced the design of “Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run” from 2018-12-25T19:00

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill start off this episode by sharing what they know about the much-anticipated teaser trailer for “Star Wars: Episode IX.” They then discuss the “Rogue One” -inspired TV series that ...

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Disney Dish Episode 193: Live From Tomorrowland-Is a “Slaughter Race” -based attraction headed to Disney World? from 2018-12-24T18:00

As Len Testa&Jim Hill conclude their 2018 walk-thru of WDW’s Magic Kingdom, they discuss many of the changes that have been made to Tomorrowland over the past few years. The topics covered included...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 18:Which animated films will come out on top for the 2018 holiday season? from 2018-12-24T05:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s podcast by discussing – given all of the stellar reviews that “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” has received to date – why this Sony Pictures Animation ...

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Universal Joint Episode 10: Which characters&IPs are reportedly headed to Universal’s Fantastic Worlds theme park from 2018-12-19T19:11

Dustin Fuhs& Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about how Illumination’s new animated “Grinch” stacks up against the live-action version of this Dr. Seuss story that Universal P...

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Disney Dish Episode 192: Live from Frontierland -21st century politics&flume rides don’t mix in Frontierland from 2018-12-17T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill continue their audio tour of the 2018 version of WDW’s Magic Kingdom with a stroll along the Rivers of America. They discuss how a Guest who’d been an annual passholder for 24 ye...

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Disney Dish Episode 191: Live from Fantasyland-New Fantasyland to be spruced up ahead of WDW’s 50th anniversary celebration from 2018-12-10T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill continue their walking tour of WDW’s Magic Kingdom by strolling through Fantasyland. They talk about Guests’ increasing use of mobile devices forced the creation of in-park charg...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 18: A Tribute to Stan Lee, and not so Marvelous News for Daredevil from 2018-12-07T05:00

The Man without Fear is now a Man without a Network, as Netflix cancels Daredevil. Also, Jim and Aaron spend the second half of the show remembering Stan Lee and the mark his works left on us and ...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 17: Who actually did the animation for “Mary Poppins Returns” ? from 2018-12-04T18:22

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about why the late Stan Lee’s cameo in “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” is a real standout in that Sony Pictures Animation film. The...

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Disney Dish Episode 190: Details on Grand Destino, “Epcot Forever,”&Star Wars Hotel from 2018-12-04T04:17

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by reflecting on what millenniums now expect to find in their hotel rooms heavily influenced the design of “Reflections: A Disney Lakeside Lodge,” “...

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Disney Dish Episode 189: Scene One&Done in Liberty Square from 2018-12-03T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill continue their walk-thru of WDW’s Magic Kingdom by exploring the colonial corner of this theme park. As they head towards the Hall of Presidents, Len&Jim talk about the stylized ...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 16: Fine Tooning Q&A, recorded live at WDW from 2018-11-27T15:02

Immediately after they finished doing a live recording of their "Fine Tooning" podcast at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort earlier this month, Drew Taylor&Jim Hill began taking questions from liste...

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Disney Dish Episode 188: Mapping out WDI’s plans to redo Adventureland at WDW’s Magic Kingdom from 2018-11-26T05:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill kick off this week's show by talking about Walt Disney Studios’ decision to push back the release of “The Jungle Cruise” movie from October 2019 to July 2020 is new impacting the...

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Disney Dish Episode 187: Live from Main street-Walking down Main Street, U?.?S?.?A. during the 2018 holiday season from 2018-11-19T17:16

Len Testa&Jim Hill kick off a brand-new walk-thru of WDW's Magic Kingdom by exploring Main Street, U.S.A. This tour starts off with an update on that theater project which Disney Parks&Resorts Chai...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 15: Live from Disney's Coronado Springs Resort from 2018-11-13T05:00

Drew Taylor and Jim Hill start off this podcast (which was recorded in front of a live audience) by recapping their "Pixar in the Park" event. They then discuss all of the Disney talent that's now ...

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Disney Dish Episode 186: How Disney's decision to delay "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3" has impacted the "Jungle Cruise" movie from 2018-11-05T05:00

Len Testa and Jim Hill kick off this week's show talking about how EPCOT will be expanding its International Festival of the Arts to seven days a week in 2019. They then discuss those "Rehire James...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 9: A look inside Rancho Obi-Wan. What George Lucas originally wanted "Star Tours 2.0" to be like from 2018-10-31T04:00

Dan Zehr and Jim Hill start off this episode by discussing the latest news coming off of the set of "The Mandalorian." These two then answer a piece of listener mail regarding when the Anaheim vers...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 14: As Guillermo del Toro readies his long-in-the-works "Pinocchio," Ed Catmull gets ready to retire from 2018-10-30T04:00

Drew Taylor and Jim Hill start off these week's podcast off by discussing the stop motion version of "Pinocchio" that Guillermo del Toro is now prepping for Netflix. Then it's how Hollywood is comm...

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Disney Dish Episode 185: Teeny trains at Epcot. Big changes coming to "Rock 'n' Roller Coaster" in Paris from 2018-10-29T04:00

It's a special listener mail edition of the Disney Dish podcast. Len Testa and Jim Hill start things off by discussing the history of Epcot's Garden Railway. They then reveal Joffrey's wound up at ...

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Universal Joint Episode 9: 20 million Butterbeers equals big bucks for Universal Parks&Resorts from 2018-10-26T04:00

Dustin Fuhs and Jim Hill starts off this episode by pointing out that Universal Orlando Resort has been following Walt Disney World's lead when it comes to repeatedly the price to park at their the...

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Disney Dish Episode 184: An in-depth look at Disney World's new date-based ticket pricing system from 2018-10-22T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill starts off this episode by talking about how Disney World finally officially announcing that long-rumored DVC which will be built where Fort Wilderness' River Country was once lo...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 17: Is "Venom" a complete fumble? Or a dumb-but-fun flick? from 2018-10-19T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill start off this episode by discussing Warner Bros' recent decision to hire James Gunn to direct "Suicide Squad 2." After that, Aaron&Jim turn then attention to what Chris Evans ...

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Universal Joint Episode 8: More magic coming to Hogsmeade in 2019. Universal Orlando just doesn't want to be specific about when from 2018-10-16T03:15

Dustin Fuhs and Jim Hill start off this week's show by talking about how the November 9th release of Illumination Entertainment's "The Grinch" may be impacting Universal Parks&Resorts' holiday plan...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 13: "Cycles" breaks new ground for Walt Disney Animation Studios. Live-action "Lilo&Stitch" now in development from 2018-10-16T02:07

Drew Taylor and Jim Hill start off this week's podcast by sharing their impressions of the recently released teaser trailer for Disney's live-action reimagining of "Aladdin." Drew and Jim then disc...

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Disney Dish Episode 183: Reflections: A Disney Lakeside Lodge to be WDW's next DVC. How Starbucks came to be part of Disney Parks&Resorts from 2018-10-15T04:00

Len Testa and Jim Hill start off this week's podcast by talking about the name that Disney Vacation Club is considering for the new resort they're planning on building on top of River Country's old...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 8: "The Mandalorian" heads to Disney Play. Disneyland preps "Star Wars 101" study guide from 2018-10-10T19:30

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill start off this podcast by sharing what they've learned about that live-action series which Jon Favreau has been prepping for Disney's subscription streaming service. Dan&Jim then ...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 12: Brad Bird's next project and Disney's aborted Mickey Mouse "Christopher Columbus" featurette from 2018-10-09T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill first discuss all of the animation-related news coming out of this year's New York Comic-Con. They then puzzle over the live action / cg project that Brad Bird is supposedly wo...

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Disney Dish Episode 182: Listener questions about WDW's Skyliner, "Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge," and flexible ticket pricing from 2018-10-08T04:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill start off this listener question show by revisiting WDW's Skyliner system. They then encourage a Disney Dish listener to brave the crowds at Black Spire Outpost when "Star Wars: ...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 16: Captain Marvel Trailer, Avengers 4 Title and Is Loki Really Dead from 2018-10-05T00:00

Jim and Aaron discuss their initial reactions to Captain Marvels first Teaser Trailer. Also, Jim gets Aaron hip to Chewie the cat and discuss how Disney is using that "Marvel Rising: Secret Warrio...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 11: Why does Disney princess Tiana look different in "Ralph Breaks the Internet"? from 2018-10-02T04:00

Drew Taylor&Jim Hill start things off by talking bout the key role master animator Mark Henn played in translating Disney's hand-drawn princesses into CG characters. Next Drew&Jim discuss the "Harv...

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Disney Dish Episode 181: Skymosphere in Epcot's replacement of "Illuminations" and Thunder in Paradise from 2018-10-01T00:00

Len Testa&Jim Hill discuss the impact that swapping out Epcot's nighttime show will have on all the restaurants around World Showcase. Then Len&Jim look back at "Thunder in Paradise," the short-l...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 7: Lucasfilm looks for new ways to expand the franchise's appeal from 2018-09-26T23:00

Dan Zehr&Jim Hill start off this week's "Looking at Lucasfilm" by discussing Disney Parks&Resorts' somewhat controversial decision to sell alcohol to Guests visiting Black Spire Outpost. Dan&Jim ne...

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Universal Joint Episode 7: Universal Orlando's shifting event schedule from 2018-09-25T23:00

First Jim Hill reports in on "The Eighth Voyage of Sindbad" 's final day of performances at Universal's Islands of Adventure. Then Dustin Fuhs weighs in on whether or not he thinks the Universal Or...

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Disney Dish Episode 180: Could Free Dining be on its way out at Disney World? from 2018-09-25T01:08

Len Testa starts off this episode by discussing what changes are in the works for Artist Point at Disney's Wilderness Lodge Resort&Mickey's Backyard BBQ at the Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 15: Marvel Panels at NYCC, Iron Fist Review from 2018-09-21T04:00

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill first discuss the roles that the Skrulls will soon play in Marvel's Cinematic Universe. They then reveal which villains from the original "Guardians of the Galaxy" film will al...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 10: Return of the Last Airbender, Mqry Poppins Returns, Bojack Horseman from 2018-09-19T01:10

Drew Taylor starts off this week's "Fine Tooning" by focusing a spotlight on the first-ever official collaboration between Walt Disney Animation Studios&Pixar Animation Studios. Then Jim Hill talks...

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Disney Dish Episode 179: Is it time for a two part Food&Wine ? Why are the Disneyland Resort&the City of Anaheim brawling? from 2018-09-17T04:00

Len starts this week's podcast off with his impressions of Disney Springs' newest eateries, Chicken Guy! and Terralina Crafted Italian. Mr. Testa then shares his thoughts about how Epcot's Internat...

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Universal Joint Episode 6: Everything's expanding - WWOHP, HHN and RTU (Running Through Universal) from 2018-09-14T22:00

It's that time of year - late August - so of course Jim and Dustin are talking about Halloween in the theme parks. They also discuss Universal Orlando's future expansion and possible running events...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 9: Say farewell to Adventure Time. Look ahead to "Roger Rabbit" making-of book from 2018-09-11T04:00

Drew Taylor pays tribute to his best friend from middle school, Penn Ward (i.e., the creator of "Adventure Time"). Then Jim&Drew discuss the history of Warner Feature Animation's efforts -- post-"S...

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Disney Dish Episode 178: You might just get stuck in the muck in the next version of The Void Star Wars VR Experience from 2018-09-10T04:00

Len braves the Florida heat to get the latest news from Toy Story Land and Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party. He also can't resist talking about this episode of Walt Disney's Wonderful World of...

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Disney Dish Episode 177: Update - Disney's Skyliner and Universal Orlando's Aventura Hotel from 2018-09-03T00:39

Jim and Len update us on new info about the Skyliner that changes everything we thought we knew. And also get fidgety when talking about taking a spin around the new Aventura Hotel. (That will ma...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 14: Live from Indy Disney Meet from 2018-08-31T04:00

Jim and Aaron talk about post Infinity Wars gossip, the firing of "the Gunn" and whatever else pops up during a live chat with the audience. Look out or a listener question asking about if a certa...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 8: Smallfoot Rugrats Duck Tales Disenchantment from 2018-08-29T02:42

Jim Hill&Drew Taylor report in from Burbank. Where Drew -- after catching an early press screening of "Smallfoot" at Warner Bros -- praises Alex Hirsch's new "Gravity Falls: Lost Legends" book. Mea...

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Disney Dish Episode 176: Disney Transportation: Cruise ships, helicopters and the Millenium Falcon from 2018-08-27T02:35

This is a transportation themed Disney Dish. Instead of trains, planes and automobiles, Jim and Len talk about increasing cruise prices, the helicopters that you used to be able to take to Disneyla...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 6: What's going on with the stand-alone Obi-wan project from 2018-08-22T17:00

As Summer 2018 draws to a close, Dan Zehr and Jim Hill take one last look at "Solo: A Star Wars Story" and compare how this Lucasfilm, Ltd. production did at the domestic box office to how other Ho...

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Episode 175: UG readers reveal their favorite restaurants at Universal Orlando's parks and resorts from 2018-08-20T04:01

Len Testa&Jim Hill check out "TRON" coaster construction as well as the Magic Kingdom's new Instagrammable beverages. They also reveal the unlikely places where you can get some of the very best ea...

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Universal Joint Episode 5: Comcast's dream of acquiring Fox fades, Universal gears up to expand Fast and Furious franchise from 2018-08-18T22:00

In their fifth "Universal Joint" podcast, Dustin Fuhs and Jim Hill discuss whether Comcast's pursuit of pay-TV giant Sky could possibly lead to the sunseting of Universal Parks&Resort's licensing d...

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Disney Dish Episode 174: It's All About the Numbers from 2018-08-14T03:17:08

What will, won't or may happen in Epcot and elsewhere in WDW could depend on the numbers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 7: Box Office News, the Medusa Project and Fox Deal Effects from 2018-08-10T17:00

In the seventh episode of this podcast series, Drew Taylor&Jim Hill talk about "Teen Titans Go to the Movies" and "Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation" has been doing at the box office. They also...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 5: Star Wars News from Comic Con, Black Spire Outpost News From a Novel from 2018-08-09T18:00

In the fifth installment of this podcast series, Dan Zehr reveals what it was like to be in the room at San Diego Comic-Con when Lucasfilm Animation revealed that it would be resuming production of...

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Disney Dish Episode 173: Restaurant News, Listener Questions and Restaurant Survey Results from 2018-08-06T00:00

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Episode 172: DHS News and Superboy History from 2018-07-23T04:00

In this latest Disney Dish podcast, Len&Jim give listeners an update on Disney's Hollywood Studios. To be specific, how construction of "Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge" is proceeding and how "Toy Story L...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 6: Pixar Pier, Pete Docter,Gravity Falls and Hotel Transylvania 3 from 2018-07-23T00:00

Episode 6 of "Fine Tooning," Drew walks listeners through Disney California Adventure's latest addition, Pixar Pier. He and Jim then talk about the challenges that Pete Docter will be facing as he...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 13: Ant Man and the Wasp and the passing of Steve Ditko from 2018-07-20T04:00

Jim and Aaron review Ant Man and the Wasp and discuss the passing and legacy of Steve Ditko.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 171: More about Toy Story Land and possible Universal Plans revealed? from 2018-07-19T01:55:06

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Disney Dish Episode 170: Toy Story Land Opens! from 2018-07-09T14:13:41

Come walk through Toy Story Land and ride the rides with Len. Plus Jim tells us what else is coming up in the next year for the Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 4: "Solo: A Star Wars Story" Boxoffice Examination from 2018-07-07T01:30

In the fourth installment of the "Looking at Lucasfilm" podcast series, Dan Zehr and Jim Hill discuss Kelly Marie Tran of "Last Jedi" fame being chased off of social media by vicious trolls. They a...

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Universal Joint Episode 4: James Bond vs Kung Fu Panda from 2018-07-04T01:35:58

Dustin and Jim wonder whether Universal Pictures' recent deal to distribute Bond 25 internationally will eventually lead to a 007 attraction in the parks. They also discuss whether Universal Hollyw...

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Episode 169: Galaxy's Edge Listener Questions and Around the Park News from 2018-07-02T02:56

We also review new Disney survey questions on ride sharing and new technology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 12: Movie News and Rumors with a Dollop of Television Recap from 2018-06-29T01:29

Jim and Aaron talk about "Spider-man: Far From Home" and "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3" plus Marvel television. Cloak and Dagger, Luke Cage, Legion, and Ant Man also get a closer look. Learn mor...

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Episode 168: Galaxy's Edge Listener Questions and Around the Park News from 2018-06-24T22:56

Jim also a listener question about how Annual Passholder park dates might change around Galaxy's Edge opening. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Ep. 5 - What's Incredible About Incredibles 2 from 2018-06-24T19:44

Jim and Drew discuss how "Incredibles 2" has been doing at the box office and how Pixar's latest sequel stacks up against the original "Incredibles" from 2004. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

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Episode 167: New Harry Potter Coaster Details! from 2018-06-18T02:56

Len visits Donald's Dino-Bash at the Animal Kingdom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 166: Animal Kingdom Visit + On-site Perks at Disney Springs Hotels from 2018-06-11T02:56

Also Len visits Disney's Animal Kingdom for the new Up! bird show and Satuli Canteen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 4: What's Old is New - Duck Tales, Thundercats, Wildthings, Toasters and Even Gravity Falls from 2018-05-30T14:11

Sure to be controversial, Drew and Jim wonder why animation fans were so quick to embrace Disney's "DuckTales" reboot but then rejected Cartoon Network's new take on "Thundercats." These two also t...

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Episode 164: New Fort Wilderness DVC and Epcot Resorts? from 2018-05-30T02:56

In our main story we talk about changes to Disney's Photopass system using artificial intelligence to make better photos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 165: New Evidence of Lightsabers in Galaxy's Edge and How Crowd Control Will Work from 2018-05-30T02:56

Jim also explains how crowd control is likely to work when Galaxy's Edge opens in Disneyland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 11: Deadpool 2, Avengers: Infinity War and Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. from 2018-05-28T20:22

A lively discussion on the topic of "Deadpool 2", why Marvel Studios had suddenly gone mum when it comes to the fate of certain characters last seen in "Infinity War" and ABC's decision to schedule...

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Universal Joint Episode 3: A Night of Joy, Horror and Raptors from 2018-05-25T18:51

Dustin Fuhs and Jim Hill talk about hard ticket events that have been held at the Universal Parks and Resorts. These two also talk about USF's still-under-construction new nighttime lagoon show as ...

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Episode 163: Unbuilt Epcot Thames River Ride and Maleficient Bursts Into Flames! from 2018-05-22T22:24:49

We also cover the Maleficient Dragon fire during the Festival of Fantasy parade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 3: Going Solo from 2018-05-22T17:01

Dan Zehr talks about the out-of-this-world experience he had at the Hollywood premiere of "Solo: A Star Wars". Jim also shares stories about lessons Ron Howard learned on the sets of "The Andy Gri...

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Episode 161: Epcot Visit and Galaxy's Edge Tech News from 2018-05-14T02:56

Len visits Epcot to see whether there's enough space at International Gateway for Skyliner traffic. Jim talks about the Guardians coaster, and more... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...

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Episode 162: Strategery! The Projects Disney and Universal Aren't Talking About from 2018-05-13T22:56

Len and Jim talk about the new WDW one-day tickets that come with pre-selected FASTPASS options. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Fine Tooning With Drew Taylor Episode 3: CinemaCon and Tribeca from 2018-05-06T22:56

Jim Hill and Drew Taylor talk about all of the animation-related news that came out of CinemaCon and Tribeca this year. Don Hahn's new documentary about Howard Ashman, the murderous matriarch that...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 10: Spoiler Heavy Look at "Avengers: Infinity War" from 2018-05-03T20:21

In news, Aaron and Jim talk about Feld Entertainment's "Marvel Live ! Age of Heroes" arena show, then launch into a spoiler-heavy discussion of "Avengers: Infinity Wars.". SPOILERS- Plus Jim and A...

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Episode 160: New Epcot Concept Surfaces at Auction from 2018-05-02T00:21

In news, Len and Jim talk about Animal Kingdom's extended morning EMH throughout early summer 2018. Len also talks DHS waits with Toy Story Land opens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 2: Recon on Solo and Does Recasting Always Work? from 2018-04-29T22:02

In the second installment of their new series, Dan Zehr and Jim Hill cast an eye on the tricky topic of recasting. Zehr also talks about his recent trip to LA, where Dennys execs revealed what was ...

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Universal Joint Podcast Episode 2: Hooray for (Universal Studios) Hollywood from 2018-04-27T23:47

It's a Hooray for (Universal Studios) Hollywood edition of this new podcast. Dustin Fuhs and Jim Hill talk about next month's Jurassic Park 25th Anniversary Celebration as well as how this theme pa...

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Episode 159: More Skyliner and Park News, Plus DCA Wrap-Up from 2018-04-27T20:21

Len talks about new Disney patents for self-driving cars and virtual reality, and a new update to the Agent P game in World Showcase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor Episode 2: Incredibles 2 and Brad Bird's 1906 from 2018-04-26T23:39

Drew Taylor returns from Emeryville and shares what he's just learned about Pixar's Incredibles II. Drew and Jim then look back over Brad Bird's career. In particular, '1906' the film that was supp...

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Episode 158: "Oh God - We Never Thought of This!" - Disney Skyliner Edition from 2018-04-23T00:21

In other news, Disney announced a new app called "Play Disney Parks", with features Len and Jim hinted about last November. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 9: "Avengers: Infinity War" Looks Like a Smash Hit. Why Hulk No Smash? from 2018-04-21T22:14

Jim Hill and Aaron Adams talk about all of the fan events Walt Disney Studios has been staging around the world to help raise awareness of Avengers: Infinity War. Aaron and Jim also discuss the Sta...

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Universal Joint Podcast Episode 1: A Look Back at What Was and Forward at What Will Be from 2018-04-20T22:24

In the debut episode of this brand-new podcast series, Jim Hill and Dustin Fuhs discuss Universal Orlando's Endless Summer Resort as well as look back at when the Bates Motel was the only structure...

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Episode 157: WDW Property Developments and Disney Raises the Titanic from 2018-04-17T00:21

Len notes that Disney has quiety announced new Flamingo Crossing apartment developments, and Jim points out how this ties in to the closing of Crossroads Plaza. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

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Episode 156: Len's Menu Rants, Galaxy's Edge Technology, and DCA from 2018-04-15T00:21

Len eats at Jiko and Enzo's Hideaway and wonders when menus became incomprehensible. Jim begins telling the history of Disney California Adventure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...

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Looking at Lucasfilm Podcast Episde 1: The Saga Begins (Audio) from 2018-04-14T13:22

In the introductory episode of this new podcast series, Dan Zehr of "Coffee with Kenobi" and Jim Hill talk about the latest news out of the land of Lucas. Among the topics discussed is Frank Oz's t...

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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Eprisode 1: Three Animated Disney Movies That Never Got Made from 2018-04-05T20:21

In the first installment of this new podcast series, Drew Taylor and Jim Hill use John Musker's recent retirement from Walt Disney Animation Studios as an excuse to discuss 'Fraidy Cat'. Drew and ...

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Episode 155: Do Disney's Summer Hotel Discounts Signal a Strategy Shift? from 2018-04-05T16:00

Len finds some interesting pricing trends in Disney's latest hotel discounts, and Jim explains the strategy Disney's using. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 154: Pirates of the Scare-ibbean(?) and Potential Galaxy's Edge Opening Dates from 2018-04-02T16:00

Jim tells a story Len's never heard before about how Pirates of the Caribbean almost got a holiday overlay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 153: Indiana Jones and Star Wars in Disney's Parks, Part 3 from 2018-04-01T16:00

In news, we talk about the Disney corporate re-organization and how it'll affect the parks, a quick take on parking fees, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 152: Indiana Jones and Star Wars in Disney's Parks, Part 2 from 2018-03-19T16:00

In news, Len talks about how Disney World is handling spring break crowds, including whether older rides can reliably run at full capacity for days on end. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...

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Episode 151: Indiana Jones and Star Wars in Disney's Parks from 2018-03-14T12:00

In news, we talk about Disney's latest price increases and what we can expect between now and when Galaxy's Edge opens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 8: Marvel News Round-up for 2018 from 2018-03-13T17:46

The latest Marvel Entertainment-related headlines, when James Gunn will be shooting the live-action footage for EPCOT's new "Guardians of the Galaxy" indoor coaster, when we may be seeing a "Black ...

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Episode 149: Marvel in Disneyland Paris and What it Means for Us from 2018-03-06T16:00

In news, we also talk about what Black Panther's success means for Disney's theme parks, the new changes at Be Our Guest, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 7: Why "Black Panther" Matters from 2018-03-04T15:20

Aaron and Jim discuss Marvel-related headlines like the 100th episode of Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. and the upcoming expansion of the Walt Disney Studios Paris theme park. They also bring in fellow bro...

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Episode 148: Who Thought 'Minnie Mouse Madonna' Was a Good Idea? from 2018-02-14T16:00

To do this, Disney make a TV movie called 'Totally Minnie Mouse.' Not only was it Minnie's first solo starring role, it included TV personalities Suzanne Somers, Vanna White, and (somehow) Elton Jo...

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 6: Hulk History Part 2 from 2018-02-13T09:56

Jim talks about how the Hulk began transitioning from being a TV property at Universal Studios to becoming a greenlit motion picture. And Aaron continues his deconstructed audio series with a less...

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Episode 147: Chronological Disneyland and Is This the Dumb New Name for Hollywood Studios? from 2018-02-03T11:00

Jim casually drops news that the new name for Hollywood Studuios is 'Disney Cinemagine Park', and goes through all the other name options considered. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho...

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Episode 146: The Be Our Guest Restaurant from 2018-01-31T16:00

Also, Jim not being Norwegian, can't pronounce 'Akershus'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 145: The Finale of SpectroMagic's History / Len's Trip to Disneyland from 2018-01-17T05:01

Len talks about his holiday trip to Disneyland and DCA, including his take on Guardians of the Galaxy: Mission Breakout, It's a Small World Holiday, and Haunted Mansion Holiday, plus Galaxy's Edge ...

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Marvel Us Disney Podcast Episode 5: Hulk History and Disney Pixel Blocking from 2018-01-15T11:00

In the fifth installment of the 'Marvel Us Disney' podcast series, Jim Hill takes an in-depth look at the Incredible Hulk's origins. In particular how this Stan Lee/Jack Kirby creation initially ma...

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Episode 144: 2017 In Review from 2018-01-04T05:01

Jim focuses on the D23 announcements, including new Star Wars details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Marvel Us Disney Podcast Episode 4: A Marvelous Year in Review from 2017-12-27T23:04

Aaron Adams&Jim Hill look back at 2017 and all of the Marvel-related projects that Disney Studios, ABC Television and Disney Parks&Resorts tackled during that period. As an extra-added bonus, Aaro...

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Episode 143: Part 2 of the History of the SpectroMagic Parade from 2017-12-21T05:01

Jim also reviews the details of the now-official Disney/Fox merger, including what it means for the film franchises and theme parks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 142: History of the SpectroMagic Parade, part 1 from 2017-12-15T05:01

In other news, Jim previews what a Disney/Fox merger might look like, and we talk about Disney's decision to retain the Shutters name for their new Caribbean Beach sit-down restaurant. Learn more a...

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Marvel Us Disney Podcast Episode 3: News Roundup - Infinity Wars Trailer&TV Reviews from 2017-12-08T22:47

Jim and Aaron also discuss the first two episodes of the latest season of ABC's "Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." as well as applaud the animated return of Agent Carter. Learn more about your ad ch...

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(Updated) Episode 141: How Disney's Theme Park Music Affects You (with Gregory Camp) from 2017-12-01T05:01

Dr. Camp is the author of "Mickey Mouse Muzak: Shaping Experience Musically at Walt Disney World" - a peer-reviewed paper that explores Disney theme park music. You can read the paper at www.cambri...

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Episode 140: DisneyDish Live Event! "What's This? with Jim Hill" from 2017-11-21T05:01

Jim's never seen these slides before, and has no idea what's in the presentation. He's doing all of this off the top of his head. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 2: When We Almost Review Thor from 2017-11-15T22:38

In this Marvel Us Disney podcast, Jim Hill and Aaron Adams talk about how Marvel Studios -- at Chris Hemsworth's insistence -- turned their established formula for "Thor" franchise films on its hea...

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Episode 139: Disney's TV Influences in Theme Parks from 2017-11-08T05:01

We also go over news about Caribbean Beach and Coronado Springs development, plus Universal's news that they bought 110 more acres. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Sneak Peek of Jim's new podcast Marvel Us / Episode 1: Spidey's Long Road Back Home from 2017-10-26T01:01

This is the first episode in Jim's new series covering the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Let us know how it sounds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Marvel Us Disney Episode 1: Spidey's Long Road Home from 2017-10-25T21:26

Jim Hill and Aaron Adams use "Spider-Man Homecoming" as an excuse to look back at the past 15 years worth of Spidey movies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 138 - The Mineral King Project, Part 2 from 2017-10-20T05:01

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Episode 137 - Mickey's Toontown in Disneyland, Part 2 from 2017-09-29T05:01

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Episode 136 - Mickey's Toontown in Disneyland from 2017-09-15T01:01

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Episode 135 - The History of Fantasmic, Part 3 of 3 from 2017-09-01T01:01

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Episode 134 - Remembering Marty Sklar from 2017-08-15T01:01

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Episode 133 - The History of Fantasmic! Part 2 from 2017-08-01T01:01

In this episode, Jim and Len continue the history of Fantasmic, talking about how Disney Imagineers came up with some of the show's iconic effects and scenes. Jim also explains the pressure that Di...

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Episode 131 - The History of Fantasmic! from 2017-07-16T05:01

With the impending re-opening of Disneyland's Fantasmic!, Jim walks us through the history of the attraction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 132 - What DID and DID NOT Get Announced at D23 from 2017-07-16T05:01

This is a bonus iTunes show. If you like this content, hear more at http://disneydish.bandcamp.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 130 - The History of Pixar in Disney's Theme Parks from 2017-07-01T05:01

Jim walks through the history of Pixar's involvement in Disney's theme parks, from inspiring films, to parades, and rides. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 129 - History of Character Greetings plus NintendoLand and Star Wars Hotel News from 2017-06-17T01:01

Jim starts a history of character meet-and-greets in Walt Disney World, beginning with how they're hired. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 128 - Is "Tapu Tapu" Samoan for "Opening Day Disaster?" and Guardians of the Galaxy opens at DCA. from 2017-06-01T05:01

Jim attends the opening day ceremonies at Universal's Volcano Bay water park, then flies across the country for the debut of Guardians of the Galaxy at DCA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...

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Bonus Episode - Pandora Food and Merchandise, plus WDW News from 2017-05-26T05:01

We talk about the possibility that Volcano Bay is causing accidents on I-4, along with Pandora's nighttime lighting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 127 - We review Pandora - The World of Avatar from 2017-05-16T05:01

This episode includes a walk around the Valley of Mo'ara, plus the Na'vi River Journey and Avatar Flight of Passage rides. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 126 - When Harrods Almost Came to Disney (Chronological Disney) from 2017-05-01T05:01

...it all gets intertwined with Disney wanting to build a mag-lev train from the airport to WDW, Disney buying a monorail manufacturer, and other strange twists and turns. Learn more about your ad ...

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Episode 125 - The Master Plan for Disney Seas California (Disneyland's Unbuilt Second Gate mini-series) from 2017-04-14T05:01

Len and Jim also discuss news about Universal's permit filing for a new hotel, and the sorts of transportation challenges that Universal faces with these kinds of expansions on separate properties....

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Episode 124 - When Disneyland's Second Gate was a Boat (Chronological Disneyland Series) from 2017-04-04T05:01

Len and Jim also discuss Pandora updates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 123 - Disney World stories we'll tell in the 2018 Unofficial Guide from 2017-03-19T05:01

We start, of course, with Pandora, and then go across all four theme parks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 122 - The First Second Gate (Chronological Disneyland) from 2017-03-03T00:01

It wasn't the first time, though, that the Disney corportation looked to expand its footprint in California. In fact, Walt had an ambitious plan way back in 1962. Here's that story. Learn more abou...

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Episode 121 - Caribbean Beach, Coronado Springs News and Disney buys Disneyland Paris from 2017-02-20T05:01

Next episode we continue our Chronological Disneyland story! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 120 - Epcot's Festival of the (mostly culinary) Arts, Caribbean Beach DVC, and other news from 2017-02-01T05:01

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Episode 119 - Rockettes and Restaurants from 2017-01-15T05:01

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Episode 118 - Jim Wraps Up the History of O Canada! from 2017-01-01T05:01

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Bonus Episode #2 - Discovery Bay, Hawaii from 2016-12-25T05:01

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Bonus Episode - Jim and Len review Rogue One with spoilers from 2016-12-16T05:01

How good is Rogue One? Jim and Len talk about the movie, the plot, and the reason behind all of the reshoots that took place Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 117 - Len gets to see Rivers of Light and the Disney Springs drone show! from 2016-12-15T00:01

and the new drone show over at Disney Springs. Spoiler alert: Jim was right months ago when he said that creative issues were just as much a part of Rivers of Light's delays as were technical probl...

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Episode 116 - The Muppets Restaurant That Never Was from 2016-12-01T05:01

We also talk about Buzz Price's take on these ideas - the memo we're reading from has Buzz's handwritten notes on it. He had very strong feelings about rats in restaurants. Learn more about your ad...

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Episode 115 - Why For? The Headless Horseman, Part 2 from 2016-11-23T05:01

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Disney Dish Episode 114 - Jim talks about Disney's 1980's plans to develop Long Beach Harbor next to Disneyland from 2016-11-05T05:01

We continue our Chronological Disneyland series with some unbuilt Disney ideas in Long Beach. We also talk about new projection shows at the Magic Kingdom, fireworks at DHS, Rivers of Light at Anim...

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Episode 113 - Previewing our upcoming Unbuilt Disney talk from 2016-10-31T05:01

Other things we'll be covering on November 12 include Disney's Australia Park, Westernworld, Mineral King, and the SS Disney. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 112 - Disney Hurricane Aftermath, Len's Recent Restaurant Reviews (Condensed version) from 2016-10-15T05:01

This version of the show is condensed to focus on just the story, with no side digressions. The longer episode, with 7 minutes (woo!) of side stories, is available to subscribers at DisneyDish.Band...

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Episode 111 - History of the O Canada! film, part 2 (Condensed version) from 2016-10-01T05:01

This version of the show is condensed to focus on just the story, with no side digressions. The longer episode, with 10 minutes (woo!) of side stories, is available to subscribers at DisneyDish.Ban...

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Episode 110 - History of the O Canada! film, part 1 (Condensed version) from 2016-09-15T05:01

This version of the show is condensed to focus on just the story, with no side digressions. The longer episode, with 10 minutes (woo!) of side stories, is available to subscribers at DisneyDish.Ban...

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Episode 109 - History of the Disneyland Hotel, part 2 (Condensed version) from 2016-09-01T01:01

This version of the show is condensed to focus on just the story, with no side digressions. The longer episode, with 5 minutes (woo!) of side stories, is available to subscribers at DisneyDish.Band...

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Episode 108: Disney News: Earnings, Park Attendance, and Goodbye to Stitch? (Condensed version) from 2016-08-15T05:01

This version of the show is condensed to focus on just the news, with no side stories or digressions. The longer episode, with 18 minutes of side stories, is available at DisneyDish.Bandcamp.com Le...

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Episode 107: The Lost Episode of Chronological Disneyland from 2016-07-20T05:01

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Episode 106b: Disney's Summer 2016 Media Preview (Full version with side stories) from 2016-07-18T05:01

This is the full version of the show, with about 14 extra minutes of side stories. A condensed version is also available, focusing on just the media event. Let us know which version you prefer. Lea...

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Episode 106a: Disney's Summer 2016 Media Preview (Condensed version without side stories) from 2016-07-18T05:01

This version of the show is condensed to focus on just the Media Preview event, with no side stories or digressions. The full episode, with side stories, is also available. Let us know which versio...

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