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Darkwing Duck Gets Dangerous Again as Disney+ Orders the Reboot (Ep. 376) Sep 29, 2026

Show notes

Jim Hill and Drew Taylor are back with a packed week of animation news, including Disney+ finally ordering its long-in-development Darkwing Duck reboot to series with Mark Hamill, Seth Rogen, and Lizzy Caplan among the announced voice cast. They also check in on DreamWorks Animation's Forgotten Island, react to the trailer for Skydance Animation's Ray Gunn, and look ahead to the next chapter of Dana Terrace's Knights of Geneviere. Plus, Drew previews the Animation Is Film Festival, Netflix brings KPop Demon Hunters into the real world, and Sherri Shepherd prepares to make Disney Broadway history.

NEWS

• Disney+ orders the Darkwing Duck reboot to series, 35 years after Drake Mallard's original animated adventures.

• Mark Hamill voices Darkwing Duck, with Seth Rogen as Launchpad McQuack and Lizzy Caplan as Gosalyn Mallard.

• DreamWorks Animation's Forgotten Island arrives in theaters as Universal looks to build another fall animation success.

• Skydance Animation's Ray Gunn heads to Netflix in December, with select theatrical and 70mm screenings beginning earlier in the month.

• Netflix expands KPop Demon Hunters with an immersive experience featuring Derpy Tiger and Sussie Bird.

• Dana Terrace's Knights of Geneviere returns with its second episode on October 9 and a decidedly twisted new trailer.

• Drew previews the 2026 Animation Is Film Festival at the TCL Chinese Theatre and some of the animation headed to the big screen this fall.

• Sherri Shepherd prepares to make Broadway history as the first woman to play the Genie in Disney's Aladdin.

• Drew looks ahead to The Art of Wildwood, while Jim flags Ron Clements' upcoming Making Disney Magic.

HOSTS

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

• Drew Taylor - X/Twitter & Instagram: @DrewTailored - drewtaylor.work

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The Little Disneyland That Never Was: Walt Disney’s Lilliputian Land (Ep. 603) Sep 28, 2026

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Disney surveys are asking increasingly pointed questions about discounts, trip costs, and what actually gets guests to book, while Disneyland history takes center stage with the story of Walt Disney’s never-built Lilliputian Land. Len Testa and Jim Hill also cover changes at Expedition Everest, Haunted Mansion construction, Oogie Boogie Bash availability, and rumors about Darkmoor’s next attraction at Epic Universe. Then Jim traces how Walt’s fascination with miniatures, model trains, and mechanical figures helped shape an unrealized Disneyland land - and eventually Storybook Land.

NEWS

• New Disney surveys dig into whether resort discounts actually persuade guests to book, stay longer, or change hotels.

• Expedition Everest replaces its single rider line with an odds-and-evens loading system designed to improve capacity.

• Walt Disney Imagineering files a Haunted Mansion construction permit as work prepares the area for future Magic Kingdom expansion.

• Oogie Boogie Bash tickets remain available at Disneyland while Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party sells out at Walt Disney World.

• Rumors point toward a Bride of Frankenstein indoor coaster as a possible future expansion for Darkmoor at Epic Universe.

FEATURE

• Jim explores Walt Disney’s original plans for Lilliputian Land, a miniature world once envisioned between Fantasyland and Tomorrowland.

• Walt’s backyard Carolwood Pacific Railroad and his fascination with miniature Americana helped inspire the proposed land.

• Project Little Man revealed the technical challenges of building tiny mechanical performers and helped push Disney toward full-sized Audio-Animatronics.

• One piece of the Lilliputian Land concept survived, evolving from the opening-day Canal Boats of the World into Disneyland’s Storybook Land Canal Boats.

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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Abbott & Costello’s Final Act, Plus Felix the Cat’s Universal Future (Ep. 121) Sep 25, 2026

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Jim Hill and Eric Hersey catch up on the latest Universal news, from King Kong’s temporarily modified return at Islands of Adventure to fresh progress on Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift in Orlando. They also look at Universal’s surprisingly deep catalog of classic characters, including Felix the Cat, and new clues surrounding Universal’s planned UK resort. Then Jim concludes the story of Abbott and Costello with a look at the personal tragedy, professional tensions, health struggles, and Hollywood twists that shaped the comedy team’s final years.

NEWS

• Skull Island: Reign of Kong reopens at Islands of Adventure while its giant Kong animatronic remains hidden for maintenance.

• Construction walls and rerouted pathways appear near Toon Lagoon, reviving discussion about how Universal could eventually reuse that part of Islands of Adventure.

• Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift in Orlando reaches the pull-through testing stage, while the Hollywood version gets a special Halloween Horror Nights ride add-on.

• Universal’s plans for 2027 and beyond spotlight Shrek 5, How to Train Your Dragon, Jurassic World, Universal Monsters, and the unexpected return of Felix the Cat.

• New information surrounding Universal’s proposed UK resort points toward six themed areas, with properties such as Paddington, Back to the Future, Jurassic World, Wizarding World, and Minions among the possibilities.

FEATURE

• Jim concludes the story of Abbott and Costello by examining how Lou Costello’s health problems and personal tragedies affected the legendary comedy team.

• The unusual production history of Fireman Save My Child reveals how Buddy Hackett and Hugh O’Brian stepped in after Costello became ill.

• A tragic 1943 radio broadcast became one of the most remarkable moments of Lou Costello’s career after the death of his infant son.

• Jim traces the growing tensions between Bud Abbott and Lou Costello, their eventual reconciliation, and the creation of the Lou Costello Jr. Youth Foundation.

HOSTS

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

• Eric Hersey - X/Twitter: @erichersey | Instagram: @erichersey | strongmindedagency.com

FOLLOW

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Disney Parks Are Rethinking How You Wait in Line (Ep. 35) Sep 24, 2026

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Disney is changing how guests spend - and skip - their time in line. Lauren and Eric look at the retirement of the Disney Play Parks app, what could happen to interactive experiences like Galaxy’s Edge and DuckTales World Showcase Adventure, and the many ways families keep themselves occupied while waiting for attractions. Then they head to Animal Kingdom, where Expedition Everest has ended its longtime single rider option, raising questions about whether Disney is beginning to rethink single rider lines across Walt Disney World.

HIGHLIGHTS

• The Disney Play Parks app officially retired on September 16, ending years of interactive games, trivia, and in-park experiences.

• Lauren and Eric explore what the shutdown could mean for Galaxy’s Edge activities, Soarin’ trivia, DuckTales World Showcase Adventure, and future MagicBand+ integration.

• From Heads Up! and Hidden Mickeys to editing vacation photos, they look at the many ways guests keep themselves occupied in Disney attraction queues.

• Expedition Everest has discontinued its single rider line as Disney tests a different loading process designed to improve standby efficiency.

• Could staffing, queue design, loading efficiency, and Lightning Lane strategy lead Disney to rethink single rider lines at attractions across Walt Disney World?

HOSTS

• Lauren Hersey - X/Twitter: @laurenhersey2 | Instagram: @lauren_hersey_

• Eric Hersey - X/Twitter: @erichersey | Instagram: @erichersey | strongmindedagency.com

FOLLOW

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Cars Keeps Rolling: 20 Years of Lightning McQueen, Mater, and Merch (Ep. 118) Sep 24, 2026

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Disney’s Cars is turning 20, and Lightning McQueen and Mater are still racing through Disney’s merchandise machine with new Loungefly releases, Formula 1 collaborations, and more on the horizon. Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey also explore the merchandise inside the newly opened Magic of Disney Animation at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, including its animation-inspired Ink & Paint collection. Plus, they look at Disney’s latest experiment in collectible cast member dolls and wonder which theme park roles should get the doll treatment next. Along the way, Lauren reports back from a massive Ohio flea market and what longtime collectors are saying about the changing market for Disney memorabilia.

NEWS

• The Magic of Disney Animation is now fully open at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, complete with exclusive studio-inspired merchandise.

• Disney’s new Ink & Paint collection leans into model sheets, character sketches, and the look of the animation process.

• Cars celebrates its 20th anniversary with new Lightning McQueen merchandise, Loungefly designs, and fresh collaborations.

• A new Disney Parks collectible doll inspired by Guest Relations raises a bigger question: Which Cast Member role should Disney turn into a doll next?

• Lauren’s trip to Rogers Flea Market reveals how longtime collectors are downsizing while a new generation searches for nostalgia and authenticity.

FEATURE

• Jim looks back at how Cars grew from a successful Pixar film into a massive merchandise franchise.

• Mater’s breakout popularity helped reshape the series, from Cars 2 to Mater’s Tall Tales and decades of collectibles.

• With a new preschool series and a Walt Disney World attraction on the way, Disney continues introducing Cars to another generation of fans.

HOSTS

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

• Lauren Hersey - X/Twitter: @laurenhersey2 - Instagram: @lauren_hersey_

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Sleeping In at Magic Kingdom: The Case Against Rope Drop (Ep. 28) Sep 23, 2026

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What happens if you skip rope drop at Magic Kingdom and deliberately start your Disney day at 9, 10, or even 11 a.m.? Len Testa and Chris Cox explore how late arrivals can still build a smart touring strategy, from starting in Adventureland to exploiting mid-morning wait-time lulls and saving Tomorrowland for after dark. They also look at the trade-offs, including extra walking, afternoon weather, and the point when arriving late makes a comprehensive Magic Kingdom tour impossible. Plus, Jim Hill considers how Piston Peak and Villains Land could completely change these strategies in the years ahead.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Why Adventureland and Jungle Cruise make a strong starting point for a 9 a.m. arrival.

• How Haunted Mansion and "it's a small world" can experience useful mid-morning wait-time lulls.

• Why sleeping in can mean significantly more walking when you're chasing lower waits around Magic Kingdom.

• How thunderstorms, nighttime atmosphere, and party days can reshape a late-start strategy.

• Why Piston Peak and Villains Land could eventually shift Magic Kingdom's touring "center of gravity."

HOSTS

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

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

• Chris Cox - X/Twitter: @bigcox - Instagram: @magiccox - magiccox.com

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Transformers’ 40-Year Apology Tour Rolls Out for Optimus Prime (Ep. 375) Sep 22, 2026

Show notes

Jim Hill and Drew Taylor dig into Hasbro’s “Transformers: The Apology Tour,” marking 40 years since Transformers: The Movie traumatized a generation by killing Optimus Prime. They also look at Peter Cullen’s final performance as the Autobot leader, his lesser-known Disney animation work, and Jim Cummings’ pointed reaction to the latest class of Disney Legends. Plus, there’s animation news from DreamWorks, Netflix and Laika, along with a box-office milestone for Coyote vs. Acme.

HIGHLIGHTS

• DreamWorks’ Forgotten Island heads to theaters on September 25 as the studio previews an extended opening sequence.

• Netflix keeps KPop Demon Hunters in the spotlight with new General Mills cereals while unveiling the trailer for its Cinderella-inspired animated musical Steps.

• Brad Bird’s Ray Gunn is headed to Netflix in December, while Charlie vs. the Chocolate Factory is slated for a theatrical run before its 2027 streaming debut.

• Coyote vs. Acme crosses $50 million at the domestic box office, passing the reported price Ketchup Entertainment paid for its distribution rights.

• Hasbro’s “Transformers: The Apology Tour” revisits the still-infamous death of Optimus Prime in the 1986 animated feature.

• The 40th-anniversary theatrical release pairs Transformers: The Movie with the new CG short Optimus Prime: Awakening, featuring Peter Cullen’s final performance as Optimus Prime.

• Jim and Drew trace Cullen’s Disney animation history, including his work as Eeyore and the original voice of Monterey Jack on Chip ’n’ Dale: Rescue Rangers.

• Jim Cummings’ reaction to the latest Disney Legends ceremony sparks a larger discussion about who the honor should recognize.

• Laika releases the final trailer for Wildwood ahead of its October theatrical debut, with Drew’s The Art of Wildwoodarriving from Rizzoli Universe.

HOSTS

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

• Drew Taylor - X/Twitter: @DrewTailored - Instagram: @drewtailored - drewtaylor.work

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The PeopleMover Business Disney Almost Built (Ep. 602) Sep 21, 2026

Show notes

Len Testa and Jim Hill cover the latest Walt Disney World news, from a Toy Story 5 overlay at Hollywood Studios and shifting timelines for Tropical Americas to Disney’s experiments with themed cruises and DVC owner surveys. They also answer listener questions about Moana’s missing ride presence, Coral Reef surprises, and annual pass payment plans for out-of-state DVC members. Then Jim digs into the surprising history of the Walt Disney Transportation Company, when Disney seriously considered selling PeopleMover technology to airports, shopping centers, and planned communities around the world.

NEWS

• Alien Swirling Saucers gets a Toy Story 5-inspired overlay, complete with new music.

• The Magic of Disney Animation settles into limited daytime hours at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

• Disney quietly removes the 2027 date from its Tropical Americas project page as major domestic attraction openings appear to shift toward 2028.

• Universal Orlando’s Horror Make-Up Show remains closed, with work expected to accelerate after Halloween Horror Nights.

• New DVC and Disney Cruise Line surveys explore member finances, contract sales, and just how deeply guests want themed cruises to go.

FEATURE

• Jim traces the origins of the Walt Disney Transportation Company and Disney’s effort to commercialize its theme park transportation technology.

• The Magic Kingdom’s PeopleMover was envisioned as a working showroom for potential clients building airports, shopping centers, and communities.

• Disney once planned an extensive transportation network linking the Lake Buena Vista Shopping Village with nearby development.

• Houston Intercontinental Airport became the rare real-world customer, installing a Disney-designed PeopleMover system that has operated for decades.

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

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

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What’s Going On With King Kong at Islands of Adventure? (Ep. 120) Sep 18, 2026

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Jim and Eric dig into a busy week of Universal news, from unexpected trouble with the King Kong animatronic at Islands of Adventure to fresh signs of expansion behind Dark Universe at Epic Universe. They also check out Universal Monsters collectibles at Sonic, a new CityWalk hot dog destination, and The Traitors taking over part of Universal’s Great Movie Escape. Then Jim continues the story of Abbott and Costello, revealing how Lou Costello’s push to change the comedy team’s financial arrangement helped set the stage for serious tensions behind the scenes.

NEWS

• The King Kong animatronic at Skull Island: Reign of Kong is damaged during maintenance, leaving questions about when the attraction will fully return.

• New construction behind Dark Universe fuels speculation about Epic Universe’s first major post-opening expansion.

• Fat One’s Hot Dogs and Italian Ice prepares to open at Universal CityWalk with Joey Fatone on hand for the festivities.

• The Traitors brings themed décor to Universal’s Great Movie Escape as NBCUniversal promotes the series across CityWalk.

• Sonic celebrates Halloween with a Universal Monsters Wacky Pack collection featuring Frankenstein, Dracula, the Creature from the Black Lagoon, and more.

FEATURE

• Jim explains why Universal eventually honored Abbott and Costello with their own building on the studio lot.

• Lou Costello pushes to change the team’s traditional salary split after their films become enormous hits for Universal.

• Abbott and Costello tour the country selling more than $85 million in war bonds during World War II.

• A devastating 1943 phone call sets the stage for the troubled final chapter of the comedy team’s story.

HOSTS

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

• Eric Hersey - X/Twitter: @erichersey | Instagram: @erichersey | strongmindedagency.com

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Disney Grows Up: Kidulting, Collectibles, and the Toys That Started It All (Ep. 117) Sep 17, 2026

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Disney is leaning harder than ever into adult collectors, and Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey look at how "kidulting" is reshaping the company's merchandise strategy. They also dig into Disney's upcoming anniversary-driven retail plans, the unusual merchandising challenge surrounding Walt Disney Animation Studios' Hexed, and the growing importance of collectibles aimed squarely at grown-up fans. Then Jim heads back to the earliest days of Disney toys for the story of Marx, Disney Kins, a massive West Virginia toy factory, and one tiny Timothy Mouse who may have gone on a very unexpected adventure.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Disney's Hexed faces an unusually compressed merchandise rollout after a major character change late in production.

• Star Wars prepares for its 50th anniversary with new theatrical activity and a major consumer-products push.

• Disney is already looking ahead to Mickey's 100th and Marvel's 90th as year-long merchandising opportunities.

• "Kidulting" is becoming an increasingly important part of Disney's strategy as adults drive demand for toys, dolls, collectibles, and premium collaborations.

• From limited-edition dolls to high-end fashion partnerships, Disney is finding new ways to reach fans wherever they already shop.

• Listener Mike inspires a look back at Louis Marx and Company, one of Disney's earliest major toy partners.

• The Marx factory in Glen Dale, West Virginia once became one of the world's largest toy-manufacturing operations.

• Jim revisits Disney Kins, the tiny hand-painted figures that brought Mickey, Ludwig Von Drake, classic animated characters, and more to toy shelves beginning in the 1960s.

• A childhood encounter with a very small Timothy Mouse Disney Kin gives Jim one of his more unusual collecting stories.

HOSTS

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

• Lauren Hersey - X/Twitter: @laurenhersey2 | Instagram: @lauren_hersey_

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