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    The 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.

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    Swifties, Cars, and the Mystery of Mickey’s Missing Plaque (Ep. 103) Jun 11, 2026
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    Swifties, Cars, and the Mystery of Mickey’s Missing Plaque (Ep. 103)


    Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey start this week’s episode with a merch-minded look at Disney’s latest collaborations, from Taylor Swift’s Toy Story 5 tie-in to the 20th anniversary of Cars. They also dig into how Disney is already positioning Mickey Mouse for his 100th birthday in 2028 through fashion, music, wellness, and lifestyle partnerships. Then Jim takes Lauren back to Mickey’s 50th anniversary celebration and the strange story of the bronze plaque that once marked the birthplace of Steamboat Willie in New York City.


    NEWS

    • Taylor Swift’s newly confirmed Toy Story 5 song sends Swifties hunting for Disney-Pixar Easter eggs.

    • Toy Story 5 builds even more buzz ahead of its June 2026 theatrical release.

    • Disney celebrates 20 years of Cars with new anniversary merchandise and a Lightning McQueen popcorn bucket.

    • The upcoming Piston Peak expansion at Walt Disney World keeps Cars front and center for the next generation.

    • Disney’s Main Street marketing initiative begins laying the groundwork for Mickey Mouse’s 100th birthday.


    FEATURE

    • Jim explains why Mickey Mouse did not always have one official birthday.

    • The episode traces how Dave Smith and the Disney Archives helped settle on November 18, 1928.

    • Jim revisits Mickey’s 50th anniversary celebration in New York City, including Ward Kimball’s whistle-stop tour.

    • The mystery of the missing Steamboat Willie plaque leads to Broadway, Shrek the Musical, and Jeffrey Katzenberg.


    HOSTS

    • Jim Hill - X/Twitter: @JimHillMedia, Instagram: @JimHillMedia, Website: jimhillmedia.com

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    A Doomsday Coffee Shop, Spider-Man Sightings, and Star Wars Variety Shows for the Entire Family (Ep. 19) Jun 11, 2026
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    Jim Hill and Dan Graney talk about the latest, highly caffeinated Doomsday advertising stunt, and a certain friendly neighborhood Spider-Man makes his way to a neighborhood across the pond - what exactly is he doing there? Then take a trip down memory lane as they talk about the advertising genius that put Richard Pryor into Star Wars! Or more aptly, put Star Wars into everyone’s favorite 70's variety shows.


    NEWS

    • Jim and Dan discuss the surprise pop-up “green” coffee shop which may or may not have held some hidden Doomsday clues in the menu

    • Spider-Man was recently spotted in London suspiciously filming something at the same time the Russo Brothers are in town, and with Brand New Day coming in July, the guys wonder if this is another Shawarma-style tag or maybe setting the scene for Spider-Man in Doomsday

    • Stan Lee is back, Excelsior! Only, is that such a good thing? ElevenLabs thinks so, and they’re betting you want him to read you a bedtime story

    • Darth Vader arrives on Batuu in the new Marvel Comics series Echoes of the Empire, and the Disney folks are finally getting that sweet, sweet corporate synergy between Lucasfilm, Marvel, and the parks


    FEATURE

    • Jim and Dan talk about the “Yes, they really did that.” Star Wars television variety show appearances and of course, the much maligned and strangely beloved Star Wars Christmas Special


    HOSTS

    • Jim Hill - X/Twitter: @JimHillMedia | Instagram: @JimHillMedia | Website: jimhillmedia.com
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    The Worst Theme Park Clickbait (Ep. 21) Jun 11, 2026
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    Lauren and Eric talk through the nightmare scenario every theme park fan secretly worries about: getting stuck high above the ground on a ride. From a real-world roller coaster evacuation in Galveston to Disney attractions like the Skyliner, Space Mountain, Incredicoaster, and the monorail, they weigh which breakdowns would be terrifying and which might actually be kind of cool. Then they pivot to another theme park hazard: clickbait Disney news sites, including Hersheypark’s online clapback and the outlets fans trust most.

    HIGHLIGHTS

    • A Galveston roller coaster evacuation sparks a bigger conversation about the scariest possible ride breakdowns.
    • Eric shares what it was like being evacuated from Space Mountain with the lights on.
    • Lauren and Eric debate whether attractions like the Skyliner, monorail, Incredicoaster, and Pixar Pal-A-Round are worse in theory than in practice.
    • Disney ride evacuations can feel more like behind-the-scenes adventures than disasters, depending on the attraction.
    • Pirates of the Caribbean, Haunted Mansion, and Living with the Land all land on the “wouldn’t mind getting stuck there” list.
    • Hersheypark calls out a misleading theme park news post, kicking off a discussion about Disney clickbait.
    • Clickbait headlines, ad-heavy sites, and vague rumors make theme park news harder to trust.
    • The fan community weighs in on trusted park news sources, from Disney Tourist Blog to BlogMickey and WDWMagic.

    For this episode’s full show notes, click here.

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    You’ve Got a Land in Me: Toy Story’s Theme Park Journey (Ep. 587) Jun 08, 2026
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    Jim Hill and Len Testa are joined by veteran Imagineer Jim Shull for a globe-trotting look at how Toy Story became one of Disney’s most reusable theme park ideas. First, they cover the latest from Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Universal Orlando, and Disney Cruise Line, including Magic of Disney Animation details, Villains Land rumors, Oogie Boogie Bash logistics, and possible Universal expansion plans. Then Jim Shull shares how Toy Story Playland, Toy Story Hotel, and multiple international Pixar projects moved from clever pitch to built reality. Along the way, there is Godzilla, synergy, Stanley cups, and at least one very laminated airline milestone.

    NEWS

    • Bluey’s Wild World shifts to standby as opening-day crowds settle down.

    • Victoria & Albert’s retains its Michelin star, while Kappa at Four Seasons does not.

    • Disney reveals new activity areas for The Magic of Disney Animation at Hollywood Studios.

    • Jim, Len, and Jim Shull discuss the latest Villains Land rumors, including Maleficent, Hades, and possible dark ride concepts.

    • Universal updates include Universal United Kingdom Resort, Lost Continent demolition, Back to the Future speculation, and Epic Universe expansion pads.

    FEATURE

    • Jim Shull recalls seeing the original Toy Story before release at a SIGGRAPH screening in Los Angeles.

    • The team traces how Pixar’s growing relationship with Disney led to Toy Story Playland in Paris and later Toy Story Lands in Hong Kong and Shanghai.

    • Shull explains the “Andy’s backyard” conceit and how guests were meant to feel toy-sized inside the land.

    • The discussion turns to Toy Story Hotel in Shanghai and Tokyo, including how Pixar collaboration changed the way Disney handled character design.

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    HOSTS

    • Jim Hill - X/Twitter: @JimHillMedia, Instagram: @JimHillMedia, Website: jimhillmedia.com

    • Len Testa - Bluesky: @lentesta.bsky.social, Instagram: @len.testa, Website: touringplans.com

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    Everything Keeps Catching Fire: Universal’s Backlot Blazes (Ep. 106) Jun 05, 2026
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    Jim Hill and Eric Hersey cover a busy Universal news week, from Universal Kids Resort pricing and seasonal operations to new rotating experiences planned for Universal Horror Unleashed in Las Vegas. They also check in on Universal Studios Hollywood’s Mega Movie Summer, including Wicked meet-and-greets, Minions menu items, Fast and Furious teases, Jaws treats, and Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey getting some serious backlot synergy. Then Jim digs into the surprisingly fiery history of Universal Studios Hollywood, tracing nearly a century of backlot blazes, rebuilds, and close calls.

    NEWS

    • Universal Kids Resort in Frisco now has a July 1 grand opening date, with one-day tickets, two-day tickets, annual passes, and resort packages revealed.

    • Universal Horror Unleashed in Las Vegas appears to be leaning into a year-round event calendar, with rotating seasonal experiences planned through 2027.

    • Universal Studios Hollywood’s Mega Movie Summer includes The Odyssey props, Minions meet-and-greets, Fast and Furious food, Jaws-themed treats, and Wicked photo opportunities.

    • Jim and Eric speculate that all the Fast and Furious activity at Universal Hollywood may point to Hollywood Drift getting closer to opening.

    FEATURE

    • Jim walks through the major fires that have hit Universal Studios Hollywood, from brush fires in the 1930s and 1940s to suspected arson on the lower lot.

    • The episode revisits the devastating 1990 fire that destroyed portions of New York Street, Courthouse Square, classic cars, and parts of the tram tour.

    • Jim explains how the 2008 backlot fire destroyed the King Kong Encounter and led to King Kong 360 3D becoming part of the Studio Tour.

    • The conversation also touches on Universal’s repeated rebuilding efforts, its water-pressure problems, and why so much of the backlot is more recreation than original movie history.

    HOSTS

    • Jim Hill - X/Twitter: @JimHillMedia, Instagram: @JimHillMedia, Website: jimhillmedia.com

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    Carousel of Progress Gets an Update as Fans Chase Real Disney Experiences (Ep. 20) Jun 04, 2026
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    Lauren and Eric explore why Disney fans seem to be craving real-world experiences again, from the surprising turnout at the reopening of the Disney Store in Pittsburgh to Disney's continued push toward immersive entertainment. They discuss what thousands of fans standing in line for a retail opening reveals about today's Disney audience, whether digital fatigue is driving people back to physical spaces, and how Disney may be adapting to that demand. Then they dive into Disney's newly announced overhaul of Carousel of Progress, examining the planned updates, fan reactions, and what the changes could mean for one of Walt Disney World's most historic attractions.

    HIGHLIGHTS

    • Why thousands of Disney fans stood in line for the reopening of the Disney Store at Ross Park Mall and what it says about today's Disney audience.
    • Lauren and Eric explore whether fans are craving real-world Disney experiences more than merchandise itself.
    • Discussion of Disney's growing focus on immersive experiences, from retail concepts to theme park expansion.
    • Could digital fatigue be driving fans back toward physical spaces, events, and shared fandom experiences?
    • Ideas for how Disney could bring more regional experiences to fans who don't regularly visit the parks.
    • Disney announces a major refresh of Carousel of Progress, including new scenes set in the 1960s, 1980s, and Y2K era.
    • The hosts examine fan reactions to the changes and debate whether updating the attraction honors Walt Disney's original vision.
    • Why Carousel of Progress remains one of Walt Disney World's most historically significant attractions and what its future could look like.

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    The Animation Courtyard Has a Florida-Sized Footnote (Ep. 102) Jun 04, 2026
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    Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey dig into Disney’s latest wave of merch-driven experiences, from a London pop-up built around Disney UU collectibles to Trader Sam’s 15th anniversary tiki mug celebration. They also track the growing Toy Story 5 promotional push, including Papa John’s Pizza Planet packaging, movie theater collectibles, and Grogu’s new blue Nilla Nummies. Then Jim turns to Disney’s newly reimagined Animation Courtyard at Hollywood Studios and asks whether Disney will properly honor the Florida animation team that helped create Mulan, Lilo & Stitch, Brother Bear, and more.

    NEWS

    • Disney tests another ticketed-style merch experience with a Disney UU collectible pop-up in London.

    • Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar celebrates 15 years with a new anniversary mug and expanded food offerings.

    • Papa John’s rolls out Pizza Planet boxes and Toy Story 5 personal pan pizzas tied to the film’s release.

    • AMC, Cinemark, and Regal prepare exclusive Toy Story 5 popcorn buckets, cups, blankets, and collectible tie-ins.

    • Grogu gets his own blue Nilla Nummies cookies as Mandalorian and Grogu merch keeps expanding.

    FEATURE

    • Jim looks at the newly opened Animation Courtyard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

    • The reimagined space pays tribute to Disney’s California animation history, from Hyperion to Burbank.

    • The conversation turns to the often-overlooked legacy of Walt Disney Feature Animation Florida.

    • Jim hopes the finished Magic of Disney Animation attraction includes meaningful nods to Mulan, Lilo & Stitch, Brother Bear, John Henry, and the artists who made them.

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    Park Hoppers vs. Lightning Lane: The Disneyland Dilemma (Ep. 20) Jun 03, 2026
    Show notes

    On this episode of The Case For, Len Testa and Chris Cox debate one of the most practical planning questions facing Disneyland visitors: if you can only choose one upgrade, should you spend your money on Park Hopper access or Lightning Lane? Along the way, they compare the unique advantages of Disneyland's compact layout, discuss how Lightning Lane functions differently in California, and explore whether staying off-site might actually unlock a better overall vacation strategy. As always, Jim Hill presides over the proceedings before inviting listeners to help render the final verdict.

    HIGHLIGHTS

    • Len and Chris compare the value of Park Hopper and Lightning Lane at the Disneyland Resort.

    • A look at how Disneyland's Lightning Lane system differs from Walt Disney World, including day-of booking and frequent attraction drops.

    • Why Disneyland's walkable layout makes park hopping dramatically easier than at Walt Disney World.

    • The surprising math behind off-site hotels versus Disneyland Resort hotel pricing.

    • How Lightning Lane Premier Pass can eliminate much of the planning and phone-checking that comes with a park day.


    HOSTS • Jim Hill - IG: ⁠⁠⁠@JimHillMedia⁠⁠⁠ | X: ⁠⁠⁠@JimHillMedia⁠⁠⁠ | Website: ⁠⁠⁠JimHillMedia.com⁠⁠⁠ • Len Testa - IG: ⁠⁠⁠@len.testa⁠⁠⁠ | Website: ⁠⁠⁠touringplans.com⁠⁠⁠ • Chris Cox - IG: ⁠⁠⁠@magiccox⁠⁠⁠ | X: ⁠⁠⁠@bigcox⁠⁠⁠ | Website: ⁠⁠⁠magiccox.com⁠⁠⁠

    FOLLOW • Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠JimHillMediaNews⁠⁠⁠ • Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠JimHillMedia⁠⁠⁠ • TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠JimHillMedia⁠⁠⁠

    SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at ⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/JimHillMedia⁠⁠⁠.

    PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - ⁠⁠⁠Strong Minded Agency⁠⁠⁠

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    Toy Story 5 Brings Jessie Full Circle (Ep. 361) Jun 02, 2026
    Show notes

    Drew Taylor and Jim Hill dive into one of the busiest weeks in animation and entertainment news, from early reactions to Pixar's Toy Story 5 and its surprisingly Jessie-focused story to major developments involving Rick & Morty, X-Men '97, Jorge Gutierrez, and Netflix animation. Along the way, they unpack box office surprises, discuss the end of Disney Twenty-Three magazine, and explore what the future may hold for some of animation's biggest franchises. This episode also includes Drew's thoughts after seeing the first 45 minutes of Toy Story 5 and a look at why Pixar may have another blockbuster on its hands.

    NEWS

    • Early box office projections suggest Toy Story 5 could set a new franchise opening weekend record.
    • Pixar's Hoppers arrives on home video as the film continues its strong theatrical run.
    • Universal launches major Minions & Monsters promotion ahead of the film's July debut.
    • D23 members react to the discontinuation of Disney Twenty-Three magazine.
    • Rick & Morty's President Curtis is getting his own Adult Swim spin-off series.

    FEATURE

    • Drew shares impressions after seeing the first 45 minutes of Toy Story 5.
    • New details reveal a deeper continuation of Jessie's story from Toy Story 2.
    • The film revisits one of the franchise's most emotional storylines in an unexpected way.
    • Could Toy Story 5 set the stage for even more adventures beyond the fifth film?

    HOSTS

    • Jim Hill - X: @JimHillMedia | Instagram: @JimHillMedia | jimhillmedia.com
    • Drew Taylor - X: @DrewTailored | Instagram: @drewtailored | drewtaylor.work

    FOLLOW

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    • YouTube: @jimhillmedia
    • TikTok: @jimhillmedia
    • Patreon: @jimhillmedia

    SUPPORT

    Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at Patreon.com/JimHillMedia.

    PRODUCTION CREDITS

    Edited by Dave Grey
    Produced by Eric Hersey - StrongMindedAgency.com

    SPONSOR

    This episode is sponsored by UnlockedMagic.com, the go-to source for great deals on Disney and Universal theme park tickets. If a 2026 theme park vacation is on your radar, their team can help you save money while making the planning process easier.

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    A Great Big Beautiful Redo: Carousel of Progress Gets a New Future (Ep. 586) Jun 01, 2026
    Show notes

    Len Testa and Jim Hill recap a busy week in the parks, from the debut of Bluey at Disney's Animal Kingdom and the updated Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run experience to Universal's latest expansion rumors. They also dive deep into Disney's surprise announcement that Carousel of Progress will receive its most significant overhaul in decades, including new scenes, new narration, and a fresh look at the future. Along the way, Jim shares the attraction's fascinating history, from its roots in Edison Square to its journey through the 1964 World's Fair and beyond.

    NEWS

    • Len shares his experience aboard the updated Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run featuring new Mandalorian and Grogu story elements.
    • Bluey officially arrives at Disney's Animal Kingdom, drawing massive opening-day crowds and virtual queue demand.
    • Disney announces a major reimagining of Carousel of Progress, with new time periods and an all-new future scene.
    • Universal removes Express Pass access from Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure beginning July 1.
    • New permits and construction activity hint at future expansions for Dark Universe and the Wizarding World at Epic Universe.

    FEATURE

    • The surprising origins of Carousel of Progress and Disney's abandoned Edison Square concept.
    • How General Electric helped transform the attraction from a Disneyland proposal into a 1964 World's Fair centerpiece.
    • The attraction's move from Disneyland to Walt Disney World and the evolution of its story over six decades.
    • Why Disney's latest update may secure Carousel of Progress as a Magic Kingdom staple for generations to come.


    For this episode’s full show notes, click here.

    HOSTS

    • Jim Hill - X/Twitter: @JimHillMedia | Instagram: @JimHillMedia | jimhillmedia.com
    • Len Testa - Bluesky: @lentesta.bsky.social | Instagram: @len.testa | touringplans.com

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    SUPPORT

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    PRODUCTION CREDITS

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