The Jim Hill Media Podcast Network
Jim Hill Media Podcast Network
The Jim Hill Media Podcast Network features weekly shows hosted by Jim Hill and his collaborators. The lineup includes The Disney Dish with Len Testa, Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor, Epic Universal Podcast with Eric Hersey, I Want That Too with Lauren Hersey, Marvel Us Disney with Dan Graney, The Case For with Chris Cox, and more. Each series offers industry reporting, history, analysis, and insider stories spanning Disney, Universal, animation, film, streaming, and themed entertainment. With over 25 years of online storytelling and thousands of hours of content, the network delivers trusted, in-depth coverage for fans, enthusiasts, and industry professionals.
Episodes
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Mar 9, 2021 • 42min
Fine Tooning:with Drew Taylor - Episode 113: How Judy Hopps became the lead character in Disney’s “Zootopia”
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 also talked about who just got signed by Gracie Films to replace Harry Shearer as the official voice of Dr. Julius Hibbert on “The Simpsons” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 8, 2021 • 41min
Disney Dish Episode 312: How Geyser Mountain almost got built at Disneyland Paris
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 Mountain inspired the Imagineers to develop an ambitious addition for EDL’s Frontierland area.This episode's show notes are here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 3, 2021 • 42min
Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 112: “Moana” & “Big Hero 6” fans are going to love “Raya and the Last Dragon”
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 office. Drew then shares his thoughts on Walt Disney Animation Studios’ 59th feature-length production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 1, 2021 • 52min
Disney Dish Episode 311: Turning the Disney Dream & Fantasy into realities
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 expand its fleet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 25, 2021 • 48min
Marvel Us Disney Episode 86: How far off is Marvel Studios’ “Fantastic Four” reboot?
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 “True Believer: The Rise and Fall of Stan Lee” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 23, 2021 • 49min
Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 111: “Us Again” marks Disney’s return to theatrically released shorts
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 took to create a modern-day live-action / CG film which was then based on this 81-year-old set of cartoon characters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 22, 2021 • 43min
Disney Dish Episode 310: Looking back at WDW’s “Legend of the Lion King” show
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 show led to the Magic Kingdom’s “Legend of the Lion King.”This episode's show notes are here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 16, 2021 • 29min
Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Episode 110: Which animated projects made Oscar’s short list
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 animation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 15, 2021 • 36min
Disney Dish Episode 309: WDW’s Best Outdoor dining
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 show notes are here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 14, 2021 • 57min
The Universal Joint Ep 43: When will the Velosicoaster open at IOA ?
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 movie version of “Wicked,” the long-running Broadway musical Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
