Revisiting this deep dive into Pixar’s Coco, originally recorded for Popcorn Talk’s Anatomy of a Movie. This isn’t simply a review of whether the movie works. Alongside Demetri Panos and Marisa Serafini, I explore how Coco actually got made, tracing the film from its original concept and Pixar’s research in Mexico through the development of its story, characters, animation, music and depiction of Día de Muertos.

We also dig into the filmmakers behind Coco, including Lee Unkrich and Adrian Molina, the creative decisions that shaped Miguel’s journey through the Land of the Dead, the film’s all-Latino voice cast and its eventual theatrical release and box office performance. If you love Pixar, animation or learning how movies evolve from an initial idea into a finished film, this is a look back at the entire journey behind one of Pixar’s most memorable movies.

Originally aired on Popcorn Talk’s Anatomy of a Movie with Demetri Panos, Marisa Serafini and Phil Svitek.

To view the show notes, visit: Coco Anatomy of a Movie Show Notes

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If you’re a creator struggling with constant content creation, creative burnout, AI, social media algorithms or the pressure to post consistently, this episode explores why posting less might actually help you make better work. I break down why I’m reducing my podcast output, how quantity helped me develop my creative skills, why that strategy no longer serves the same purpose and how I’m shifting toward deeper research, delayed gratification and long-term creative projects. I also explore AI and creativity, the value of handmade work, why difficult projects like Wildwood inspire me and how smaller productive tasks can sometimes become a form of procrastination from the bigger work that matters most.

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If you’re trying to build better routines, create productive habits, improve your time management, become more organized or develop systems that help you get more done without constantly relying on motivation, this episode breaks down how routines, structure and systems work together.

Drawing from my experience running a large-scale operation like AfterBuzz TV, I explain the difference between a routine and a system, why structure is the backbone that allows routines to function, and how the right processes can make both your personal and professional life more effective. The goal isn’t to fill every minute of your day with rigid scheduling. In fact, good routines can actually create more freedom by reducing unnecessary decisions, establishing repeatable processes and making important behaviors easier to maintain.

I start by looking at routines on an individual level—how you organize your time, habits and recurring responsibilities—and then expand those ideas into running teams, companies and larger creative projects. The better your systems become, the less energy you have to spend reinventing how something gets done every single time.

And if the word “routine” immediately sounds restrictive or boring, that’s part of what I want to challenge. Structure doesn’t have to imprison you. Used intentionally, structure can liberate you.

For more on the ideas that connect to this lesson:

• 🎯 Going Back to Basics — https://youtu.be/wzqefPu1Yag?si=uwFoajgdiG3qhNWy
• 🔁 Practice Makes Permanent — https://youtu.be/KHY9F-BU3So?si=IRqkihbVh2cnNJ-8

Together, these ideas reinforce a larger philosophy: master the fundamentals, practice them intentionally, and build systems that make doing the right things easier and more consistent.

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If you want to start watching foreign films but have no idea where to begin, this episode breaks down easy ways to get into international cinema without feeling overwhelmed. Whether you’re looking for the best foreign movies for beginners, international films based on genres you already love, great movies from countries like Japan, South Korea, France, Mexico, India, Spain and beyond, or simply want to expand your movie taste, I’ll show you practical ways to start exploring world cinema.

We’ll talk about using genres, directors, actors, Oscar nominees, film festivals, streaming services, remakes, themes and even country-of-the-month challenges as gateways into foreign cinema. More importantly, I explain why “foreign film” isn’t really a genre at all—and why you don’t need to understand world cinema before you start watching it. Watching the movies is how you begin to understand it.

Instead of asking, “What foreign film should I watch?” start asking: What kind of movie am I in the mood for tonight? Then widen the map.

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If your Mac, external hard drives, or media drives are running out of storage and you suspect duplicate files are taking up unnecessary space, this episode walks through how to find and delete duplicate files on Mac and compares several of the most popular Mac duplicate file finder apps.

I explain why duplicate files become such a problem over time, especially for filmmakers, video editors, photographers and anyone managing large amounts of media, and share my experience testing Nektony Duplicate File Finder, HyperDeck, Tidy Up 6, Gemini 2 and dupeGuru.

I break down the pros and cons of each duplicate finder, what I liked, what frustrated me, which apps were easiest to use, how well they handled multiple hard drives, and what to consider before deleting thousands of duplicate files.

If you’re searching for the best duplicate file finder for Mac, the best Gemini 2 alternative, how to find duplicate videos and photos, how to clean up an external hard drive, or simply how to free up Mac storage without accidentally deleting something important, this episode should help you figure out the right workflow and duplicate finder for your setup.

Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
0:30 - Why this matters to you
0:47 - Explaining duplicate file finder software
0:57 - Overview of the two parts of video
1:11 - Tutorial: step 1 (back everything up... my recommended software is BackBlaze and Free File Sync)
2:36 - Tutorial: step 2 (begin the scan)
3:04 - Tutorial: step 3 (wait for it to process files)
3:11 - Tutorial: step 4 (review results)
4:02 - Tutorial: step 5 (create action plan for files)
4:14 - Explaining hard links vs aliases (aka soft links)
5:17 - Tutorial: step 6 (select which files to delete)
5:41 - Tutorial: step 7 (remove files)
6:04 - Tutorial: step 8 (if needed, recover files from backup)
6:20 - Tutorial: step 9 (if 1,000% sure, backup primary cleaned up drives)
6:35 - Mac duplicate file finder software review intro
6:46 - Gemini 2 review
7:46 - Tidy Up 6 review
8:22 - Dupe Guru review
8:39 - HyperDisk review
9:02 - Nektony's Duplicate File Finder review
9:23 - Outro

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If you’re a small business owner trying to figure out social media, create content consistently, attract new customers and grow your online presence without burning yourself out, this conversation with Jaclyn Zukerman Delory, founder of Next On Scene Media, is for you.

We talk about practical social media strategies for small businesses, how to create authentic content, and how often you really need to show up online. We also explore personal branding for business owners, storytelling, and how sharing the human side of your business can help potential customers understand who you are, what you do and why they should trust you.

Most small business owners are already wearing a dozen different hats. Social media shouldn’t become another full-time job. The goal is to find a sustainable way to stay visible, communicate what makes your business valuable and create content that actually supports the business you’re trying to build.

Jaclyn Zukerman Delory is the founder of Next On Scene Media, where she helps entrepreneurs, founders and brands become more visible through PR, media, storytelling and content strategy. She has spent more than a decade building Next On Scene and helping businesses turn their stories into stronger brands and media opportunities.

If you’ve ever thought, “I know my business should be on social media, but I have no idea what to post or how I’m supposed to keep up with all of this,” this episode is a great place to start.

Connect with Jaclyn & Next On Scene Media:
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCwWTdu31nfnZMkc57-dmHhA

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