The Jim Hill Media Podcast Network

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Join Jim Hill and co-hosts Len Testa, Drew Taylor, Brian Gaughan, Eric Hersey, and Lauren Hersey as they talk about the multi-faceted Walt Disney Company - including Pixar, Lucasfilm and Disney Studio... more

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January 31, 2025Addams Family and The Munsters: How Two Spooky Sitcoms Battled for Prime Time (Ep. 36)
In this episode of The Epic Universal Podcast, Jim Hill and Eric Hersey explore Universal’s updates and dive into the rich history of The Munsters. Highlights include:
The Munsters’ Origins: How a pitch for an animated series turned into one of TV’s most beloved sitcoms.
Wicked’s Box Office Success: Its award potential and the announcement of the new subtitle, For Good.
Universal Studios Florida Updates: New entrance music and digital signage enhancing the guest experience.
Stella Nova Resort: First impressions of Universal’s sleek, space-themed hotel.
Wolfman and Monster Movies: A look at Wolfman’s mixed reviews and its impact on Universal’s monster movie future.
Shrek 5 and Minions 3 News: The latest updates on Universal’s animated franchises.

This episode is packed with Universal updates, classic monster nostalgia, and exciting insights into upcoming projects!

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January 30, 2025The Cinderella Story You’ve Never Heard: How a Bank Saved Disney and Built an Empire (Ep. 33)
In this episode of I Want That Too, Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey dive into Disney anniversaries, exciting new merch, and the bittersweet farewell to a fan-favorite attraction.
Cinderella’s 75th Anniversary: The surprising history of how Bank of America played a role in bringing this Disney classic to life.
Muppet Vision 3D’s Closure: What we know about the end of this beloved attraction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and what’s rumored to replace it.
Disneyland’s 70th Anniversary Merch: A brand-new rotating themed store is coming to Downtown Disney.
The Most Expensive Disney Collectible: A $285,000 crystal Cinderella Castle—who’s buying it?
Mini Collectibles & New Merch: The latest must-haves, including the irresistible new Cinderella mini ears and limited-edition collections.

Whether you’re a fan of Disney history, rare collectibles, or just keeping up with what’s new in the parks, this episode has something for every Disney fan. Listen now on your favorite podcast platform!

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January 29, 2025Animated Oscars Buzz: The Wild Robot, Flow, and Surprising Snubs (Ep. 291)
In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor discuss:
Warner Bros. Animation’s ambitious adaptation of Dr. Seuss’ Oh, The Places You’ll Go! and its 2028 release plans.
The marketing genius behind DreamWorks’ Dog Man, including a new The Bad Guys short premiering with the film.
Animated Academy Award nominees, from The Wild Robot to Flow, and surprising snubs like Moana 2.
The evolving Oscars strategy for animated features, including Disney’s hits and misses in the Best Song category.
Changes at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, including new animation-themed shows replacing MuppetVision 3D.
Join Jim and Drew for an in-depth look at animation news, awards buzz, and how studios are shaping the future of family entertainment!
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January 27, 2025Conquering Epcot’s Festival of the Arts and the Mystery of Disney’s Reflections (Ep. 516)
This week, Len Testa and Jim Hill are joined by Christina Harrison to explore the best (and worst) of Epcot’s Festival of the Arts while diving into the intriguing history of Disney’s shelved resort project, Reflections: A Lakeside Lodge.
Festival of the Arts Food Tour: Christina breaks down the must-try dishes, including the return of Japan’s Taiyaki and the surprising stars of the Painted Panda booth.
Reflections: A Disney Lakeside Lodge: Jim continues the story of Disney’s abandoned Bay Lake resort and what might take its place.
Lightning Lane Premier Pass: Is it worth the cost when crowd levels drop below a 5?
Universal’s Stella Nova Resort: Christina shares her review of Universal’s new value hotel, including the perks of staying near Epic Universe.
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Update: Why is Disney adjusting operating hours so soon after its debut?

Join Len, Jim, and Christina for a delicious deep dive into Epcot’s festival eats, Disney history, and Universal’s latest addition.

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January 25, 2025Skeleton Crew Reflections, Dawn of the Jedi, and the Unexpected Journey of David Lynch (Ep. 102)
In this episode of Looking at Lucasfilm, Jim Hill and Brian Gaughan dive into a mix of Lucasfilm updates, thought-provoking stories, and industry reflections:
A retrospective on Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, exploring its strengths, challenges, and future prospects.
Insights into James Mangold’s ambitious Dawn of the Jedi project, a sweeping tale exploring the origins of the Force.
The fascinating story of George Lucas’s attempt to recruit David Lynch for Return of the Jedi—and why Lynch ultimately said no.
Warwick Davis’s prestigious BAFTA Fellowship and his legacy as Wicket the Ewok.
Updates on upcoming Star Wars projects, including Andor Season 2 and The Mandalorian & Grogu movie.

From nostalgic reflections to exciting updates, join Jim and Brian for a lively discussion that delves deep into the Lucasfilm universe and beyond.

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January 24, 2025How Looney Tunes Helped Shape Universal’s The Munsters (Ep. 35)
In this episode of The Epic Universal Podcast, Jim Hill and Eric Hersey tackle a variety of Universal Studios updates and dive into the history of The Munsters. Highlights include:
Wildfires and Universal Hollywood’s Closure: How recent California wildfires forced a rare closure of Universal Studios Hollywood, plus ways to support relief efforts.
Rock the Universe: A preview of Universal Orlando’s Christian music festival and why it’s a great weekend to visit the parks.
The Stella Nova Resort: First impressions of Universal’s newest resort, featuring a sleek space-themed design and unique guest experiences.
Skull Island Q&A with Mike West: Insights from the former Imagineer on the design and storytelling behind Reign of Kong.
The Munsters Origin Story: How Universal’s iconic sitcom emerged during the 1960s and its connection to the studio’s classic monsters.

Whether you’re a fan of Universal’s latest attractions or nostalgic for classic monster lore, this episode has something for everyone!

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37min
January 23, 2025From Wildcats to World Tours: The High School Musical Phenomenon (Ep. 32)
In this episode of I Want That Too, Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey explore the magical intersection of Disney history and merchandise with some fascinating stories and updates:
High School Musical: Celebrating the anniversary of this unexpected hit, we uncover behind-the-scenes stories and its massive impact on Disney’s tween empire.
Star Wars Merch: From Skeleton Crew collectibles to the franchise’s record-breaking $32 billion in merchandise sales, we explore what makes Star Wars the ultimate merch machine.
Disney at CES: Discover how Disney’s ad tech innovations are shaping the future of personalized ads across Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+.
Mini Mix Plush Hats: Get the latest updates on these quirky park favorites and what’s next in Disney’s unique merchandising trends.

Whether you’re a fan of Disney history, cutting-edge tech, or just love collecting Disney merch, this episode has something for everyone.

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46min
January 21, 2025How Hades Became the Star of Disney’s Hercules (Ep. 290)
In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor discuss:
A behind-the-scenes look at Disney’s Hercules, from the creation of Hades to Jeffrey Katzenberg’s surprising influence on the character.
The passing of legendary filmmakers David Lynch and Robert Verrall, celebrating their lasting impact on cinema and animation.
Box office highlights, including Moana 2 crossing the billion-dollar milestone and Mufasa: The Lion King’s continued success.
Exciting new releases, including trailers for Pixar’s Win or Lose and DreamWorks’ Dog Man.
Join Jim and Drew for insights, stories, and industry updates that celebrate animation’s rich history and exciting future.

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47min
January 20, 2025How to Beat Animal Kingdom Before Breakfast (and What Happened to Reflections?) (Ep. 515)
This week, Len Testa and Jim Hill share how to conquer Animal Kingdom faster than you can finish a Mickey waffle and dig into the curious case of Disney’s Reflections: A Lakeside Lodge.
Animal Kingdom Touring Plan: Len’s step-by-step guide to finishing all major rides in under two hours—because who has time to wait in line?
Reflections: A Lakeside Lodge: Jim uncovers the rise, fall, and possible resurrection of Disney’s most mysterious resort project.
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure vs. Splash Mountain: Fans weigh in—has Tiana’s really taken the crown from Splash?
Smuggler’s Run Upgrades: Could Grogu finally make being an engineer on the Millennium Falcon cool?
Dinoland’s New Beat: A drumming band made from recycled materials? That’s the kind of green initiative even Mickey can’t resist.

Tune in for tips, history, and plenty of questions like, “Is it really a park day if you’re home by 10 a.m.?”

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January 17, 2025The Monster Mash: Universal’s Classic Crossover Films (Ep. 34)
In this episode of The Epic Universal Podcast, Jim Hill and Eric Hersey howl into the legacy of The Wolfman and explore Universal’s iconic monster history. Plus, they cover a variety of Universal Studios updates and nostalgic gems. Highlights include:
The Wolfman’s Legacy: From Lon Chaney Jr.’s classic transformation to Blumhouse’s new reimagining, how the Wolfman defined Universal’s horror legacy.
Monster Crossovers: How films like Frankenstein Meets the Wolfman paved the way for today’s cinematic universes.
Meet & Greet Updates: Universal Studios Hollywood announces auditions for Back to the Future and Dungeons & Dragons characters for its upcoming FanFest event.
The Simpsons Land’s Uncertain Future: What Disney’s recent survey could mean for the beloved Universal attraction.

Whether you’re a fan of horror classics, theme park updates, or Universal history, this episode has a little something for everyone!

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59min

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