Jim Hill Media Podcast Network

The Jim Hill Media Podcast Network

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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 trus...

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Episode 157: WDW Property Developments and Disney Raises the Titanic 17.04.2018 26:48

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. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 156: Len's Menu Rants, Galaxy's Edge Technology, and DCA 15.04.2018 25:59

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.fm/adchoices

Looking at Lucasfilm Podcast Episde 1: The Saga Begins (Audio) 14.04.2018 48:06

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 terrific interview with Mark Hamill at the 92nd Street Y. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor - Eprisode 1: Three Animated Disney Movies That Never Got Made 05.04.2018 35:55

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 Jim also shine a spotlight on the never completed animated version of Sinbad as well as the stage musical version of The Snow Queen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 155: Do Disney's Summer Hotel Discounts Signal a Strategy Shift? 05.04.2018 14:31

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

Episode 154: Pirates of the Scare-ibbean(?) and Potential Galaxy's Edge Opening Dates 02.04.2018 19:06

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

Episode 153: Indiana Jones and Star Wars in Disney's Parks, Part 3 01.04.2018 32:45

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

Episode 152: Indiana Jones and Star Wars in Disney's Parks, Part 2 19.03.2018 33:12

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 megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 151: Indiana Jones and Star Wars in Disney's Parks 14.03.2018 25:19

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

Marvel Us Disney Episode 8: Marvel News Round-up for 2018 13.03.2018 43:53

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 Panther" sequel released to theaters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marvel Us Disney Episode 8: Marvel News Round-up for 2018 13.03.2018 43:08

Episode 149: Marvel in Disneyland Paris and What it Means for Us 06.03.2018 49:53

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

Marvel Us Disney Episode 7: Why "Black Panther" Matters 04.03.2018 53:29

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 broadcaster McConnell Adams to discuss the culture impact that Black Panther has had to date. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 148: Who Thought 'Minnie Mouse Madonna' Was a Good Idea? 14.02.2018 36:38

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 John. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marvel Us Disney Episode 6: Hulk History Part 2 13.02.2018 44:47

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 lesson on how to properly assemble a Hulk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 147: Chronological Disneyland and Is This the Dumb New Name for Hollywood Studios? 03.02.2018 29:57

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 megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 146: The Be Our Guest Restaurant 31.01.2018 44:37

Also, Jim not being Norwegian, can't pronounce 'Akershus'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 145: The Finale of SpectroMagic's History / Len's Trip to Disneyland 17.01.2018 37:09

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 construction progress and rumors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marvel Us Disney Podcast Episode 5: Hulk History and Disney Pixel Blocking 15.01.2018 53:11

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 made the leap from comic books to television series (both animated and live-action). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 144: 2017 In Review 04.01.2018 56:30

Jim focuses on the D23 announcements, including new Star Wars details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marvel Us Disney Podcast Episode 4: A Marvelous Year in Review 27.12.2017 53:08

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, Aaron deconstructs yet another Marvel-ous piece of audio: The sound of Iron-Man's repulsor blast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 143: Part 2 of the History of the SpectroMagic Parade 21.12.2017 42:56

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

Episode 142: History of the SpectroMagic Parade, part 1 15.12.2017 29:09

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 about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marvel Us Disney Podcast Episode 3: News Roundup - Infinity Wars Trailer & TV Reviews 08.12.2017 44:48

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 choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(Updated) Episode 141: How Disney's Theme Park Music Affects You (with Gregory Camp) 01.12.2017 45:05

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.cambridge.org/core/journals/journal-of-the-society-for-american-music/article/mickey-mouse-muzak-shaping-experience-musically-at-walt-disney-world/72153D79F0A596EC3DBCED02EFBDBAF0 Learn more about your ad choi...