In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor discuss:

Join Jim and Drew as they explore the latest animation news and uncover hidden details from entertainment’s past!

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Join Jim and Len as they serve up another helping of Disney history, humor, and holiday cheer:

Tune in for a laugh-filled journey through Disney’s past, present, and possibly a restroom or two. Don’t miss it!

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In this December episode of Looking at Lucasfilm, Jim Hill and Brian Gaughan explore the latest updates and stories from the world of Lucasfilm:

From upcoming Disney+ releases to Lucasfilm’s gaming ventures, join Jim and Brian for an insightful discussion on the future of Star Wars, Indiana Jones, and beyond.

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In this festive episode of The Epic Universal Podcast, Jim Hill and Eric Hersey dive into Universal’s holiday celebrations and exciting announcements.

Episode Highlights:

Get the inside scoop on holiday magic and upcoming projects that make Universal a must-visit destination this season!

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Drew Taylor & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing how well “Moana 2” did at the box office over its second weekend in theaters.

They also talk about why “Paddington in Peru” had its release date pushed back to February 14, 2025

Listeners will learn about these highlights:

• How long did it take the original “Fantasia” to finally turn a profit

• According to James Gunn, why was “Creature Commandos” the very first project out the door after he took over as the new head of DC Studios at Warner Brothers Discovery

• How long had Disney’s live-action version of “Snow White” been in development prior to the start of production

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Drew Taylor & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing how well “Moana 2” did at the box office over its second weekend in theaters.

They also talk about why “Paddington in Peru” had its release date pushed back to February 14, 2025

Listeners will learn about these highlights:

• How long did it take the original “Fantasia” to finally turn a profit

• According to James Gunn, why was “Creature Commandos” the very first project out the door after he took over as the new head of DC Studios at Warner Brothers Discovery

• How long had Disney’s live-action version of “Snow White” been in development prior to the start of production

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 Len Testa & Jim Hill start this week’s show by discussing when “Dinosaur: The Ride” will close at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.

They also discuss the new Disney Villains show that’s being prepped for Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Listeners will learn about:

• How did Tokyo Disneyland’s version of “Star Tours” impact WDW’s Tomorrowland Terrace

• Is there any difference between “Reflections: A Disney Lakeside Lodge” and the Company’s second attempt at getting a resort built at the edge of Bay Lake

• How did mobile ordering at Disney World impact Guests’ ability to access Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café

• Why is Mulan considered a Disney Princess

• How will “Project Cyclops” potentially impact your WDW dining experience 

SHOW NOTES

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In this special holiday episode of I Want That Too, Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey unwrap all things Disney for the holidays—from the exciting return of Prep & Landing to Disney Lorcana, the trading card game everyone’s talking about.

Plus, they spotlight this season’s hottest collaborations and must-have merch, making it your ultimate guide to a Disney-filled holiday season

What You’ll Hear:

This episode is filled with behind-the-scenes stories, holiday fun, and must-have gift ideas for Disney fans of all ages. Don’t miss it

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Drew Taylor & Jim Hill start this week’s show by discussing how well “Moana 2” did at the domestic box office over its opening weekend.

They then talk about the role that General Electric’s housewares division played in creating

that beloved holiday special, “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer”

For this episode, listeners will learn about:

 How did “Flow” ‘s Per Theater Average over its opening weekend in North

America compare to that of “Wicked – Part One”

 Which Japanese animation studio handled the stop motion on “Rudolph the Red-

Nosed Reindeer”

 What was the title of the very first animated holiday special created for network

television

 Who took over as the new lead writer & director on “Tiana: The Series” back in

2022

 How did “Shrek the Halls” back in 2007 lead to Walt Disney Animation Studio

creating the original “Prep & Landing” in 2009

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Len Testa & Jim Hill are joined by Jim Shull of “Disney Journeys” &; Eric Hersey of the “Epic Universal Podcast” for an in-depth look at WDW’s Utilidor system.

Throughout this episode, listeners will learn about:

 What did Marty Sklar do back in the mid-1950s that made Walt Disney furious

 Where can Refreshment Gardens be found at Disneyland Park

 How many acres do the Utilidors cover at WDW’s Magic Kingdom

 What reportedly caused the black mold problem in the Men’s Locker Room under

the Magic Kingdom

 What was the secret behind Skippy being transported in “The ExtraTERRORtrial

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