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  • Animated Oscars Buzz: The Wild Robot, Flow, and Surprising Snubs (Ep. 291)

    Animated Oscars Buzz: The Wild Robot, Flow, and Surprising Snubs (Ep. 291)
    Jan 29 2025
    In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor discuss: Warner Bros. Animation’s ambitious adaptation of Dr. Seuss’ Oh, The Places You’ll Go! and its 2028 release plans. The marketing genius behind DreamWorks’ Dog Man, including a new The Bad Guys short premiering with the film. Animated Academy Award nominees, from The Wild Robot to Flow, and surprising snubs like Moana 2. The evolving Oscars strategy for animated features, including Disney’s hits and misses in the Best Song category. Changes at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, including new animation-themed shows replacing MuppetVision 3D. Join Jim and Drew for an in-depth look at animation news, awards buzz, and how studios are shaping the future of family entertainment! Be Our Guest Vacations Planning your next Disney vacation? Be Our Guest Vacations is a Platinum-level Earmarked travel agency with concierge-level service to make every trip magical. Their team of expert agents plans vacations across the globe, from Disney and Universal to cruises and adventures, ensuring you have the best possible experience without the stress. Learn More Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    54 min
  • How Hades Became the Star of Disney’s Hercules (Ep. 290)

    How Hades Became the Star of Disney’s Hercules (Ep. 290)
    Jan 21 2025
    In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor discuss: A behind-the-scenes look at Disney’s Hercules, from the creation of Hades to Jeffrey Katzenberg’s surprising influence on the character. The passing of legendary filmmakers David Lynch and Robert Verrall, celebrating their lasting impact on cinema and animation. Box office highlights, including Moana 2 crossing the billion-dollar milestone and Mufasa: The Lion King’s continued success. Exciting new releases, including trailers for Pixar’s Win or Lose and DreamWorks’ Dog Man. Join Jim and Drew for insights, stories, and industry updates that celebrate animation’s rich history and exciting future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    47 min
  • Wildfires Impact Animation and Josh Gad’s Olaf Journey (Ep. 289)

    Wildfires Impact Animation and Josh Gad’s Olaf Journey (Ep. 289)
    Jan 15 2025
    In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor discuss: The devastating wildfires in Southern California and their impact on the animation industry. Updates on box office hits like Moana 2, Mufasa: The Lion King, and Sonic the Hedgehog 3. The intriguing backstory of Olaf’s creation in Frozen and Josh Gad’s journey to voicing the beloved character. Changes to Fox’s Sunday night “Animation Domination” lineup and what it means for The Simpsons. The Visual Effects Society Awards nominees, including The Wild Robot. Join Jim and Drew as they highlight the latest animation news, heartwarming stories, and reflections on industry challenges. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    50 min
  • Animation at the Golden Globes and Donald Duck’s Wartime Legacy (Ep. 288)

    Animation at the Golden Globes and Donald Duck’s Wartime Legacy (Ep. 288)
    Jan 7 2025
    In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor discuss: The 82nd Golden Globes nominees for Best Animated Motion Picture, including Inside Out 2, Moana 2, and Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl. Hayao Miyazaki’s enduring creative spirit as the Studio Ghibli legend celebrates his 84th birthday. Disney’s history of using Donald Duck to rally Americans during WWII, including the creation of patriotic animated shorts like The New Spirit. Updates on Mufasa: The Lion King’s box office performance and the evolving plans for Disney theme park attractions. A sneak peek at Marvel Animation’s Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man series arriving on Disney+ this month. Join Jim and Drew as they explore animation’s rich history, exciting present, and promising future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    44 min
  • A Look Back at 2024 and What’s Next for Animation in 2025 (Ep. 287)

    A Look Back at 2024 and What’s Next for Animation in 2025 (Ep. 287)
    Dec 31 2024
    In this final episode of Fine Tooning for 2024, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor explore: How Mufasa: The Lion King roared back at the box office, edging out Sonic 3 during the holiday weekend. Updates from Pixar, including Tim Allen’s return as Buzz Lightyear in Toy Story 5 and the lingering delays around Win or Lose. A sneak peek at 2025’s animated lineup, from Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl to Pixar’s Elio and Zootopia 2. The unconventional tradition of watching King Kong to ring in the New Year, and other quirky viewing habits. Join Jim and Drew as they close out the year with a mix of animation insights, industry updates, and a look ahead at what’s coming next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    43 min
  • Bluey’s Disney Debut and the Challenges of Mufasa: The Lion King (Ep. 286)

    Bluey’s Disney Debut and the Challenges of Mufasa: The Lion King (Ep. 286)
    Dec 24 2024
    In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor dive into: The excitement surrounding Bluey's upcoming presence in Disney theme parks and its debut on Disney Cruise Line. Highlights from the Annie Awards, where The Wild Robot, Inside Out 2, and Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl lead the nominations. The box office performance of Mufasa: The Lion King and how franchise timing and audience expectations played a role. Updates on Netflix and Sony’s animated Ghostbusters project, directed by Kris Pearn. The history of DreamWorks' B.O.O. and its journey through development limbo. Join Jim and Drew for animation industry insights, behind-the-scenes stories, and a look at what’s ahead in the world of animation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    42 min
  • Celebrating 35 Years of The Simpsons and Bluey’s Big Screen Debut (Ep. 285)

    Celebrating 35 Years of The Simpsons and Bluey’s Big Screen Debut (Ep. 285)
    Dec 18 2024
    In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor discuss: The 35th anniversary of The Simpsons debut with "Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire," and how production challenges shaped its legacy. The upcoming Bluey feature film, its creator’s vision, and how the beloved pup is heading to theaters in 2027. Warner Bros. Animation’s Dynamic Duo, an innovative mix of animation, puppetry, and CG that explores the origins of two iconic Robins. Sony’s Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse and what’s next for the groundbreaking trilogy. Updates on Disney+ animated premieres, including Win or Lose and Marvel’s What If… Season 3. Join Jim and Drew as they explore the latest animation news and uncover hidden details from entertainment’s past! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    44 min
  • How Roy E. Disney got “Fantasia Continued” greenlit (Ep 284 )

    How Roy E. Disney got “Fantasia Continued” greenlit (Ep 284 )
    Dec 10 2024
    Drew Taylor & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing how well “Moana 2” did at the box office over its second weekend in theaters. They also talk about why “Paddington in Peru” had its release date pushed back to February 14, 2025 Listeners will learn about these highlights: How long did it take the original “Fantasia” to finally turn a profit Which spec song led to the creation of the “It’s a SpongeBob Christmas” back in 2012 How many “Best Animated Feature of the Year” awards has “Flow” already claimed According to James Gunn, why was “Creature Commandos” the very first project out the door after he took over as the new head of DC Studios at Warner Brothers Discovery How long had Disney’s live-action version of “Snow White” been in development prior to the start of production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    49 min