The Jim Hill Media Podcast Network

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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