Podcasts about Pixar

Check out our review of ‘Superman', the inaugural film of James Gunn's DCU. Beforehand, we'll discuss the week's top entertainment news, including trailers for Pixar's ‘Hoppers', ‘Mortal Kombat 2', Luca Guadagnino's ‘After the Hunt', and ‘Stranger Things' Season 5; ‘Andor' gets snubbed by the Emmys; ‘Dune: Messiah' gets an official title; and more! Enjoy!TIMECODES… Intro (0:00)The Toms: Entertainment News (1:23)‘Superman' (2025) Review (42:26)*SPOILERS* for ‘Superman' (1:04:47)No “What Are Ya Doin'?” this week :(SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS...Email: tomppodcast@gmail.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU2jjOm3gwTu2TVDzH_CJlwFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/That-One-Movie-Podcast-535231563653560/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TOMPPodcastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/tomppodcastINTRO MUSIC... "Constellation" by Brian Hanegan

In this Wild Card episode, Conor and Caroline are setting the pod ablaze as they discuss and defend your spiciest Disney opinions! With over 20 listener-submitted hot takes, conspiracy theories, and hear me out crushes, your favorite hosts are up for the challenge of arguing fiercely in favor of your Disney beliefs...well, Caroline is anyway. The sky is blue and you guys should be here too because summer and sun aren't the only things hot around here!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, BlueSky, and TikTok for fun content and exciting new updates!Subscribe to our YouTube Channel to watch the podcast!Join the Poor Unfortunate Fam, our Facebook Group for listeners who love the podcast and want to keep the discussions going!If you like what you're hearing, help us keep bringing you your favorite Disney content by making a donation to Poor Unfortunate Podcast today!*This podcast is not affiliated with The Walt Disney Company.

Send us a textWhat do you do when the meanest voice you hear is your own? For independent filmmaker and Pixar artist Masha Ellsworth, that question became the most important creative challenge of her life. After a decade of professional success, she found herself feeling stuck, fearful, and creatively paralyzed—until a message inside a fortune cookie gave her a new mission: "Silence the critic within."In this vulnerable and deeply relatable conversation, Masha takes host Lira Ndifon on her journey to understand and tame the inner bully that was holding her back. She reveals the psychological origins of the inner critic, how it can be a distorted echo of parents, teachers, and even our heroes, and why its ultimate goal is to keep us "safe" by keeping us small. This episode is a powerful exploration of how to reclaim your authentic self from the grip of self-doubt.This is a must-listen for any creative, perfectionist, or anyone who has ever felt like they weren't good enough. You will discover:The Fortune Cookie That Started It All: The simple, profound moment that sparked an entire film and a journey of self-healing.Taming Your Inner Bully: Why fighting your inner critic doesn't work, and how to build a new relationship with it through self-compassion and understanding.Practical Tools for a Quieter Mind: Masha shares the surprising, non-meditative techniques she uses to take a break from negative thought-loops—from simple puzzle games to doodling.The Inner Critic vs. The Inner Child: How nurturing your inner child's sense of play and wonder is the most powerful antidote to the critic's voice of perfectionism.This isn't just a conversation about filmmaking; it's a practical guide to making peace with the most difficult parts of yourself, so you can finally get on with the business of living a full, brave, and creative life.Support the showCall to Action: Engage with the Self-Reflection Podcast community! Like, follow, and subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube (Self-Reflection Podcast by Lira Ndifon), and all major podcast platforms. Share your insights and feedback—we value your contributions! Suggest topics you'd like us to explore. Your support amplifies our reach, sharing these vital messages of self-love and empowerment. Until our next conversation, prioritize self-care and embrace your journey. Grab your copy of "Awaken Your True Self" on Amazon. Until next time, be kind to yourself and keep reflecting.

This isn't podcasting, it's talking with style about Pixar's OG classic, Toy Story

Its been quite awhile,but we are back with a brand new episode!! Im joined by Shane from the Whats Shakin with Shaner podcast!! We're going back to the swinging sixties to talk the more obscure Hanna Barbera cartoon "The Impossibles"! A bizarre superhero team that were also a shaggyhaired rockband of the same name!!! Fluid Man,MultiMan and CoilMan made this trio!!! They fought crime and made the scene!! We review the episode "The Bubbler" We talk such topics as the many heroes of Hanna Barbera, rushed animation, odd villans there connection to Pixar and more!! Welcome back to the Multiverse....... in cartoon form!!!

Meliss laughs at the chin strap on her hat, how her mom needs work on setting up stories, and Pixar's latest movie trailer! 

“Parables of Pixar: Laughter Creates Power” John 1:43-51 Rev. Jana Lunardon looks at the impact of laughter on our faith journey. Recorded live at Stonebridge United Methodist Church in McKinney, Texas. (Movie clips have been removed due to copyright limitations.) For more information, please visit www.mysumc.org.

It's Friday and MoMo's birthday! Ireland and MoMo discuss whether the Dodgers still have a shot at winning the World Series. Ireland thinks this movie is the greatest Pixar film. What is the best PR statement in this situation? What on earth are the Cleveland Browns cooking? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Josh is joined by Pixar Correspondent Joe Morgan to talk about the studio's latest original film, "Elio"! They discuss whether the film felt visually distinct from other Pixar films in its setting/character design, if the central relationship between the title character and his aunt was a believable as it needed to be, if the movie struck the right tonal balance in being humorous but also centering on a troubled child, their favorite supporting character Glordon and much more!

70 years ago today, Disneyland opened for the first time on a hot day in 1955 that is now known as "Black Sunday."  Everything that could go wrong did go wrong on that opening day.  Sarah Says joins Rick on the show today to talk about that disastrous opening, and the special plans Disneyland has for the anniversary

Pixar ha vuelto y no precisamente en forma de chapa. Hoy comentamos Elio, su nueva propuesta original (bien) que no parece haber conquistado a público (mal). Instagram https://www.instagram.com/batsenales/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/podcastbat/ X @batsenalesPOD Telegram https://t.me/batsePOD

Jacob Rodriguez delivers the latest entertainment news on:- Pixar unveiling its newest movie.- Jane Addiction's Dave Navarro accuses bandmate of assault.- Ariana Grande reassures fans that music is top priority despite recent acting roles.

Onkruid vergaat niet. Met andere woorden: de MovieInsiders zijn na een 'bescheiden' pauze weer terug met een sloot aan filmbesprekingen. Uiteraard gaat het vergrootglas vooral op Superman. Gudo en Coen tackelen alle plussen en minnen van James Gunn's film die het DC-universum een frisse doorstart moet geven. John schuift aan voor een recensie van het langverwachte 28 Years Later. Kan regisseur Danny Boyle nog steeds verrassen in een tijd waarin alles met zombies wel lijkt te zijn uitgespeeld? Ook in deze aflevering: de nieuwe Pixar-animatie Elio, pittige woorden voor de laatste (?) Mission: Impossible, Wes Anderson's nieuwe knutselwerkje The Phoenician Scheme, de zin- en onzin van een How To Train Your Dragon-remake en een verklaring voor de plotselinge afwezigheid van de heren die even vrolijk de microfoons weer uit de mottenballen trekken.Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/movieinsidersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, our MaxFun friends Tom Lum and Christian Duguay join Dave for lesser known Superman/Fantastic Four cohorts, Oasis and Green Day song trivia, and Pixar sequel pitches.Tom Lum would like to plug Let's Learn Everything and Our Findings and recommends A Guide to Making Friends in the Fourth Dimension Christian Duguay would like to plug Valley Heat and his upcoming live show at Largo and recommends Jennifer Coolidge in The White Lotus And finally Dave is on Bluesky! Dave would like to recommend Brenda DicksonFind us on Instagram and BlueskyWritten by Riley Silverman and John-Luke Roberts, recorded remotely over Zoom and produced by Christian Dueñas and Laura Swisher.Join the MaxFun fam:maximumfun.org/join

Brit Cruise—educator, filmmaker, and producer of Pixar in a Box—takes us on a journey through the fusion of storytelling, science, and education. From his early days editing videos with dual VCRs to his innovative work at Khan Academy, Brit reveals how deep focus, analog creativity, and a love for explanation helped shape his approach to teaching complex subjects through immersive visuals. With storytelling as the core, he shares how each lesson in Pixar in a Box connects school-taught concepts like math and physics to the movie magic of Pixar, showing students that what they learn can have real, creative application. Throughout the conversation, Brit explores his philosophy that creativity is “the ability to deal with unknowns,” emphasizing iteration, structure, and the power of simplicity. He also gives us a glimpse into the upcoming storytelling curriculum at Pixar in a Box, where students will storyboard their own shorts from scratch. For filmmakers, educators, and curious minds alike, this episode is a masterclass in how to bring clarity, authenticity, and joy into the learning and creative process.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/indie-film-hustle-a-filmmaking-podcast--2664729/support.

This fall marks the 30th anniversary of one of the most groundbreaking films ever. Toy Story debuted in 1995 to critical success and public adoration. Pixar's first film, and also the first fully computer animated production, is a masterpiece in every sense of the word. It also boasts the first time we saw the collaboration between Randy Newman and Pixar, who would later compose the scores for and write songs for many subsequent movies, including A Bug's Life and Monsters Inc. On this episode of Notably Disney, host Brett Nachman welcomes on podcaster Jonathan Goodman, host of the Music Behind the Magic podcast. It's a great podcast with conversations featuring composers, musicians, and those who study music, among other individuals. Today Jonathan and Brett deconstruct what makes Toy Story's music so special, in addition to where the film lands in their hearts. Check out the Music Behind the Magic podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about the podcast on its website. Follow Jonathan on Instagram (@musicbehindthemagic) and join the Music Behind the Magic community on Facebook. Feel free to reach out to Brett via Bluesky @drnachman and Instagram @drnachman, subscribe to the podcast, and send your feedback to notablydisney@gmail.com  New episodes of Notably Disney debut on the first and third Tuesday of each month.

Episode SummaryErin and Rachel discuss Bolt (2008), a lesser known film about a dog who thinks he's a super hero. Under new leadership, Disney Animation Studios starts to come out of their slump with this film that some people found boring (Erin) and others found heartwarming (Rachel). Episode BibliographyAmidi, A. (2006, December 18). Chris Sanders No Longer Directing American Dog. Cartoon Brew. https://www.cartoonbrew.com/disney/chris-sanders-no-longer-directing-american-dog-2407.htmlBolt. (n.d.). Box Office Mojo. https://www.boxofficemojo.com/release/rl1531348481/Bolt (2008 film). (n.d.). Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bolt_(2008_film)Catmull, E., & Wallace, A. (2014). Creativity, Inc.: Overcoming the Unseen Forces That Stand in the Way of True Inspiration. Random House Publishing Group.Desowitz, B. (2008, December 4). The Digital Eye: How 'Bolt' Got Painterly. Animation World Network. https://www.awn.com/vfxworld/digital-eye-how-bolt-got-painterlyDonofrio, E. C. (2013). The wonderful world of gender roles: A look at recent Disney children's films [Honors thesis, Boston College]. https://core.ac.uk/reader/151481530DVD Deleted Scenes. (2024, October 7). Bolt (2008) | Behind the Scenes + Deleted Scenes. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xsEyzc4FVZEEvry, M. (2020, February 13). Exclusive: Kiskaloo Movie Could Be Next for Chris Sanders! ComingSoon.net. https://www.comingsoon.net/movies/news/1122952-exclusive-kiskaloo-movie-could-be-next-for-chris-sandersFleming, M. (2002, November 18). ‘Lilo' scribes stitch Disney package. Variety. https://variety.com/2002/scene/markets-festivals/lilo-scribes-stitch-disney-package-1117876239/Fritz, B. (2006, December 1). Disney lays off animators. Variety. https://variety.com/2006/digital/features/disney-lays-off-animators-1117954931/Fritz, B. (2007, March 27). Sanders joins DreamWorks. Variety. https://variety.com/2007/digital/markets-festivals/sanders-joins-dreamworks-1117961927/From the creator of LILO & STITCH our first look at AMERICAN DOG!!!! (2004, August 16). Ain't It Cool News. https://legacy.aintitcool.com/node/18156Hedrick, D. (2010). King Lear or Bolt: The entertainment unconscious from CalArts to Disney. Shakespeare Studies, 38, 37-47. Hill, J. (2007, February 12). Toon Tuesday : How Disney is fixing “American Dog”. Jim Hill Media. https://jimhillmedia.com/toon-tuesday-how-disney-is-fixing-american-dog/Howard, B., & Williams, C. (Directors). (2008). Bolt [Film]. Walt Disney Animation Studios.Hurt, L.S. (2014). Fuzzy toys and fuzzy feelings: How the “Disney” culture provides the necessary psychological link to improving animal welfare. Journal of Animal & Natural Resource Law, 10, 253-272.McCarthy, T. (2008, November 13). Bolt. Variety. https://variety.com/2008/digital/awards/bolt-3-1200472217/Ness, M. (2016, November 17). An Adorable Dog in an Unbelievable Premise: Disney's Bolt. Reactor. https://reactormag.com/an-adorable-dog-in-an-unbelievable-premise-disneys-bolt/Porter, P. (2009). Journeys toward an authentic self. Society and Animals, 17, 368-375. DOI: 10.1163106311109X12474622855345Rechtshaffen, M. (2008, November 13). Film Review: Bolt. The Hollywood Reporter. https://web.archive.org/web/20081216015641/https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/hr/film/reviews/article_display.jsp?JSESSIONID=prd6JhJJnvQL9cYrfRKSHVQjP6dRnLhLH4SZ1KQht3tfhVLxmjqn!-591095386&&rid=11956Robinson, T. (2008, November 20). Bolt. AV Club. https://www.avclub.com/bolt-1798205268Scott, A. O. (2008, November 20). Canine TV Action Star Discovers that Life is the Best Reality Show. The New York Times. https://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/21/movies/21bolt.htmlSeibert, P. (2008). Bolt: Review. TV Guide. https://web.archive.org/web/20120212213609/http://movies.tvguide.com/bolt/review/294809Springy. (2023, October 11). American Dog: everything I found in one neat thread. forums.lostmediawiki.com. https://forums.lostmediawiki.com/thread/12742/american-dog-neat-threadTuran, K. (2008, November 21). ‘Bolt' spices up Disney with a dash of Pixar. Los Angeles Times. https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2008-nov-21-et-bolt21-story.htmlWang, T. (2021). Bolt (2008): Journey to the authentic self. In S. M. Alegre (Ed.), Gender in 21st century animated children's cinema (pp. 86-87). https://ddd.uab.cat/pub/llibres/2021/236285/gen21cen_a2021.pdfWolff, E. (2009, February 5). Animated Oscar noms took long road. Variety. https://variety.com/2009/film/awards/animated-oscar-noms-took-long-road-1117999618/

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Chasta sits down with April from Disneyland to dive into the park’s 70th anniversary celebration and all the unforgettable moments it brings. From back-to-back rides on Haunted Mansion and Pirates of the Caribbean to character parades, Pixar favorites, and pro tips on booking the best dining experiences—this episode is a must for Disney lovers of all ages. April also shares her excitement about becoming a mom and seeing the magic through a child’s eyes, while Chasta reflects on creating lasting memories with her own son. Whether you're a first-timer or a lifelong Disney fan, this heartwarming conversation will leave you ready to Celebrate Happy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brian forces Nate to watch two new kids movie trailers... one from Pixar, and one from China. Pixar's new movie Elio flopped harder than anything that's come before. The top-grossing animated movie this year comes from China... it's Ne Zha 2, and it's made 2.2 billion (!) dollars. The guys talk about why Ne Zha 2's trailer is better than Elio's. But it still kinda stinks: The last couple years for children's animation has been very poor. Artificial Intelligence makes you dumber, but it will soon replace this level of bad production. Find out what an AI future might look like on this episode of Stories Are Soul Food.

Caroline and Conor discuss the latest and greatest in Disney news in this new mini-episode series.Recorded: July 12, 2025Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, BlueSky, and TikTok for fun content and exciting new updates!Subscribe to our YouTube Channel to watch the podcast!Join the Poor Unfortunate Fam, our Facebook Group for listeners who love the podcast and want to keep the discussions going!If you like what you're hearing, help us keep bringing you your favorite Disney content by making a donation to Poor Unfortunate Podcast today!*This podcast is not affiliated with The Walt Disney Company.

What can Toy Story teach us about senior living? Find out on this episode of Bridge the Gap with Matthew Luhn, a former Pixar and Simpsons Story Artist who helped create the stories of classics like Monsters Inc., Finding Nemo, Ratatouille, and more. Learn everything from structuring stories to how to build trust, plus a few exciting details about future projects. This episode was recorded at the NHI Symposium. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Sponsored by Aline, NIC MAP, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.

We're back with another entry in our Movies That Turn 30 in 2025 series!This time, Matt Lackey and I dive into Pixar's groundbreaking classic, Toy Story—the film that forever changed animation and launched a franchise (and plenty of tears).To pair with this nostalgic rewatch, we're trying Hardin's Creek Golden Origins Corn Whiskey from Jim Beam's experimental Hardin's Creek line. This limited release features a bold mashbill of 80% corn, 15% rye, and 5% malted barley, offering up notes of caramel corn, toasted oak, and a smooth finish that really surprised us.It's an elevated take on traditional corn whiskey with real Kentucky heritage. Grab a pour and join us for a deep dive into childhood memories, 90s animation breakthroughs, and an intriguing whiskey.

We review Pixar's new Elio! We give our highs and lows from watching the movie and our final ratings!!For more Mouse Ears Movie Thoughts content, check out our Instagram, website, and YouTube:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mouseearsmoviethoughts?igsh=MTZjYW5ranE0MG0wdQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qrYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mouseearsmoviethoughts9688Website: https://htzhxz6sjj.wixsite.com/memtIf you have any comments, questions, or episode ideas you would like to share with us, email us at mouseearsmoviesthoughts@gmail.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I'm back with part 2 of my list of things that didn't quite sit well with me in Toy Story   Support the show and get more episodes www.patreon.com/worldaroundewe

David Luoh continues our summer series by sharing about his work as a Pixar sets supervisor and the beauty of human stories. He shares about storytelling as a way of growing human empathy and deepening understanding, while encouraging us to stay curious about others' stories- especially those different from our own.

In this episode of PixMix, Patricia and Arun discuss about the 2025 Pixar animated film Elio. The film is about a young boy named Elio who feels alone and isolated because his aunt Olga, who works at the Air Force after his parents died in a car accident, is almost never around, and bullies pick on him for his dream of being abducted by aliens. Before being dropped off at a summer camp, he sends a message to a call from an unknown source from space to take him away from Earth. He is brought to the Commnuverse where he lies about being the leader of Earth and is made into an ambassador to maintain peace in the universe. An evil alien warlord named Lord Grigon wants to be an ambassador, but is rejected because of his harsh attitude. Elio promises the ambassadors of the Commnuverse to make a peaceful treaty with Lord Grigon, but ends up "kidnapping" his son Glordon in exchange of having him and his people go away. Glordon becomes good friends with Elio as they have similar backgrounds and doesn't want to be as evil as his father is. When the film premiered in theaters, it became Pixar's lowest grossing movie ever making $100 million dollars out of a $200 million dollar budget with mixed to positive reviews. It became even more controversial when an article from The Hollywood Reporter brought up that many themes were cut from the final product, the original co-writer and director left, and the story was rewritten and new directors took it over. How did the movie fare despite its production issues? What did Arun and Patricia think of the film? Listen and find out.

This week we break down the scene, you know the scene. The one that will make a grown man cry. Yes, that scene, the short film and post credit scene of Carl & Ellie's life together, accompanied by the song "Married Life". Wow, what a fantastic conversation. Join us! Enjoy! Make sure to play along with each festival and leave comments so we can interact with you and remember to subscribe to the channel if you like what you see. Follow us for more interaction and content: INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/deepdivefilmschool  YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/deepdivefilmschool TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@deepdivefilmschool LETTERBOXD: https://letterboxd.com/adampalcher Join our growing community for new videos every week! #deepdivefilmschool #up #moviereview #movieessay #movie #film #filmreview #filmessay #filmreviews #moviereviews #filmessays #movieessays #movie #film #filmanalysis #movieaddict #upmovie #pixar #disney #scenanalysis #carlandellie

Antes de coger unas semanas de vacaciones, aunque el cine nunca descansa en la SER, sigue todo el verano con Elio Castro, ya nos vamos con la agenda preparada para la próxima temporada con las películas que veremos en el Festival de San Sebastián. En este episodio las repasamos, y además os contamos los estrenos de la semana, como lo nuevo de Pixar con 'Elio', una aventura espacial de un niño huérfano, con el Superman de James Gunn y con 'Tres amigas', una reescritura de la comedia romántica del Woody Allen francés. En 30 minutos os ponemos al día de todo el cine y las series

Episode 518: Jurassic World Rebirth Review – Tyler starts off the episode by discussing the new Pixar film Elio! Pat shares his thoughts on the new MCU miniseries Ironheart. Tyler leads the discussion of the latest “Nerd News”...including The New York Times “100 Best Movies of the 21st Century!” The Nerds review the new Jurassic Park film Jurassic World Rebirth! They end the episode with a “Nerd Favorite”...various Jurassic Park questions?   Timestamps:   What we are Into: 14:19-41:16   Nerd News: 41:16-52:03   Jurassic World Rebirth Review: 52:03-1:17   Nerd Favorite: 1:17

Lightning McQueen is the protagonist of which 2006 Pixar film? Play. Share. Listen with Celebrity Memoir Book Club Co-host, Ashley Hamilton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's week two of our inadvertent two-week celebration of the post-apocalypse on film. This time around, Danielle Deadwyler and Michael Greyeyes head up a family fighting to protect their land and their lives from murderously hungry intruders in 40 ACRES. NPR Pop-Culture Happy Hour's co-host Aisha Harris joins us to discuss this feature debut from RT Thorne.What's Good?Alonso - Making pignoli cookiesDrea - Wedge Live Cat TourAisha - Finally falling for Love Island USAKevin - Tinder Box by James Andrew MillerITIDICJohn M. Chu to direct Mattel's Hot Wheels movieBehind-the-scenes creative meddling on Pixar's ElioList of “Down on the Farm” Movie Quiz MoviesStaff PicksDrea - SovereignAlonso - Before We ForgetAisha - The Annihilation of FishKevin - The Girl with All the GiftsAll of Aisha's links can be found at AishaHarris.com  Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

This was an awesome Thursday crossword, courtesy of Emily Biegas and Sala Wanetick (with Will Shortz, as always, at the helm). The were oodles of cunning clues, some of which were quite educational. Par example (as the French like to say), we had: 10D, Like Stonehenge vis-à-vis the Parthenon, OLDER (

In this episode the FilmBros discuss Superman critics scores and embargo lifting, Paul Walker joins fast X somehow, Elio is a disaster and why is Pixar failing and moreLeave a message on our socials! Twitter, TIktok, IG @FIlmBrosPodcastSupport the show

On this week's Keepin It Real, Cam and a client discuss employee retention issues and he shares and idea that may get you through any business turmoil that may lie ahead.  ----- On a call with an upcoming client this week I was discussing one of their challenges. They're having a hard time recruiting and retaining young talent. “But here's something we did recently,” my client said, “that may have some sort of impact. We added a snack pantry to the office kitchen and it's been a huge hit.” "Tell me more," I said. “Well,” she said. “Our young employees know they should have health insurance, and they do, and they know they should have a 401k, which they do. But neither of those items are very important to young people who seldom need those things right now. They're like a boxes that needs to be checked – and they are - but they aren't very fun. So, we decided to add something that our young employees could use right now. We added a snack panty and included a new refrigerator.” She said, “I fill the pantry each week with new and different snacks. Some healthy and some not healthy. They love it and have told me so.” Other than people happily snacking in the kitchen, I asked, has there been any other benefit? I mean a snack pantry and a new refrigerator is a high price to pay just to get happy snackers. “We invested in a fancy coffee maker,” she said. “It grinds the beans for each cup and it can make hot chocolate. It takes a moment or two to make each cup. In the kitchen we added an island. And while people are waiting for their coffee, they stand around the island and talk.” I reminded her that during the pandemic, a big complaint from corporate types was that creativity in the workplace was taking a hit due to a lack of spontaneous interactions. There are no spontaneous interactions over Zoom or on a Teams call. Bumping into someone and catching up often stimulates new ideas and there are buckets of business school case studies about this. The Pixar movie Toy Story, in fact, was supposed to be as good as it was due to Pixar people and Apple people chatting in common areas when they were making the movie and shared office space. They'd bump into each other and talk about the plot. “That's happening,” she said. “Around the island, they catch up with each other and discuss their work and projects. It's become an unexpected benefit of the snack kitchen. We'd be foolish to shoo them away or hurry them back to their desks.” Back in the day the tech companies offered pinball machines and foosball tables in break rooms? Remember this? I thought that was crazy. Could it be, though, that this iPhone in my hand was conceived by two workers standing next to each other at a foosball table discussing an idea that eventually led to this phone? And could it be that the next major business breakthrough comes from a pack of string cheese you put in the office fridge and then sent a Teams message that read “Free string cheese in the fridge. Please help yourself.” Worried about tariffs? Worried about a recession? Consider the potential of string cheese. It's an idea so powerful you'd think it originated in Washington DC. I'm Cam Marston and I'm just trying to Keep It Real.

Terminamos la temporada por todo lo alto, con un programa especial en la Academia de Cine con público y con invitados. En este episodio comentamos los estrenos de la semana y charlamos con sus protagonistas, entre ellos James Gunn y David Corenswet, los responsables del nuevo 'Superman'. También analizamos 'Elio' y la crisis de Pixar, y propuestas del cine de autor como 'Tres amigas'. Además, hacemos lista de lo mejor de la primera mitad del año y de cómo estrenar una película indie en medio de tanto taquillazo americano. En televisión, nos visitan Ingrid García-Jonsson y Secun de la Rosa, protagonistas de 'Superstar', la serie de Nacho Vigalondo para Netflix sobre el fenómeno del 'tamarismo'. Y también recibimos a la actriz Claudia Salas, una de las protagonistas de 'Furia', la serie de Félix Sabroso para HBO Max. El Cine en la SER sigue semanalmente durante todo el verano con Elio Castro.

Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey continue their Toy Story series with a deep dive into the franchise's merchandising legacy—and how a scrappy unknown toy company landed the rights that Mattel and Hasbro turned down. From the earliest Thinkway figures to today's collector's items worth thousands, they explore how Toy Story became one of the most profitable and collectible Disney properties of all time. Plus, Jim shares a personal behind-the-scenes story about the original vision for Toy Story 4, including his lost interview with John and Nancy Lasseter—and how a Valentine turned into something very different. Why Thinkway got the Toy Story license when everyone else passed What Barbie's deleted scene tells us about Pixar's early struggles The rise of collector culture—and what a boxed Buzz goes for now Jim's first-day-of-release trip to MGM Studios and the Toy Story parade The real story behind the development and derailment of Toy Story 4 How John Lasseter's personal life reshaped the film and Pixar's future From Sid's backyard to $10,000 auctions, this episode is packed with nostalgia, controversy, and stories you won't hear anywhere else. Unlocked Magic Unlocked Magic, powered by DVC Rental Store and DVC Resale Market, offers exclusive Disney & Universal ticket savings with TRUSTED service and authenticity. With over $10 MILLION in ticket sales, use Unlocked Magic to get the BIGGEST SAVINGS. Learn More Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Keegan King joins me to review the new Disney/Pixar movie, Elio in a feature review and then, in this week's secondary review, we talk about A Minecraft Movie. We also discuss recent movie and TV news, screenings around Indianapolis, and more. Timestamps Show Start - 00:28 Introducing Keegan - 02:11 Screening in Indy - 04:43 News Before the Reviews - 08:18 Feature Review Elio (2025) - 23:03 Spoiler - 59:01 Secondary Review A Minecraft Movie (2025) - 1:26:25 Potpourri Keegan: The Bear - 1:59:19 Matt: Spaceballs & The Naked Gun - 2:03:23   Closing the Ep - 2:05:48 Patreon Clip - 2:06:46   Related Links The Waiting Game is screening in Indianapolis July 10 at 7p at the beautiful Kan-Kan Theater! Denis Villeneuve's ‘Dune 3' Gets Official Title, Will Be Shot With Imax Cameras AMC Theatres to Offer 50% Off Tickets on Tuesdays and Wednesdays Michael Madsen, ‘Reservoir Dogs' and ‘Kill Bill' Actor, Dies at 67 AMC Theatres Is Putting More Commercials Before Screenings. It Cheapens the Moviegoing Experience and Hurts the Film Business Introducing The Last of Us Part II Remastered Chronological Experience, out today Heartland Film - IndyShorts International Film Festival   Keegan's Letterboxd   My 2025 Podcast and Writing Archive Patreon Special - 28 Days Later (2002) at Alamo Drafthouse - May 23, 2025 Immediate Reaction - Clown in a Cornfield (2025) - May 16-21, 2025 Immediate Reaction - The Life of Chuck (2025) - May 29, 2025 Patreon Companion Episodes Collection Companion Ep - OV477 - Final Destination 1-5 Retrospective - May 24-25, 2025 Patreon - Severance Episode Reviews   Indianapolis Theaters Alamo Drafthouse Indy Kan-Kan  Living Room Theaters Keystone Art  Flix Brewhouse   Ways to Support Us Support Us on Patreon for Exclusive Content Official OV Merch Buy Me A Coffee Obsessive Viewer Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology Obsessive Viewer Presents: Tower Junkies As Good As It Gets - Linktree Start Your Podcast with Libsyn Using Promo Code OBSESS   Follow Us on Social Media My Letterboxd | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter Instagram | Threads | Bluesky | TikTok | Tiny's Letterboxd   Mic Info Matt: ElectroVoice RE20 into RØDEcaster Pro II (Firmware: 1.5.4) Keegan: Amazon Basics Microphone via Google Meet   Episode Homepage: ObsessiveViewer.com/OV482   Next Week on the Podcast OV483 - Superman (2025) & M3GAN 2.0 (2025)  

If you could hang out with any Disney character while riding your favorite rides, who would they choose? Ric and Gina are taking on a “who would you ride with?” challenge set at Disney's Hollywood Studios. They're each picking their dream Disney, Pixar, Marvel, or Star Wars character companion for the park's popular attractions!Enjoy episode 230 of Spill the D!Spill the D is the official podcast of 407&Beyond Vacation Co., start your Disney vacation at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.407vacations.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get all your Disney Parks news from the official 407 Blog at https://407vacations.com/blog/Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/spillthedpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cIDM7wNqmxY

For episode 247, I'm joined once again by my co-host Myles Hughes, with producer Steve Prusakowski behind the scenes working on Emmys coverage and the new season of TV Topics, both of which are in abundance on the site currently. This time around, we're going old school and dedicating a significant portion of the episode to a single topic. Yes, we're talking Superman, since my embargo has lifted and Myles has seen the film. My rave review is here, so definitely check that out. We also talk about some of the internet discourse about the embargo lift, which was...not great (and I wrote about earlier today on the site here). Myles also has caught up with Elio, so we get into that, as well as the news about Pixar's hand in the making of the movie (my review is here). Plus, your questions are answered, as always, including a tribute to Michael Madsen...As always my friends and faithful listeners/readers, I do hope you all enjoy the latest episode of the Awards Radar Podcast, our 247th one to date (here's to many more). Of course, feel free to revisit the previous installments by clicking the Podcast tab (here) on the top of the page. Plus, listen to us on Apple Podcasts (iTunes), Spotify, and other platforms. More to come each and every single week, so from the bottom of my heart, thank you for listening! 

Calling weirdos from every galaxy, this week, the siblings are beaming into the unknown with Pixar's cosmic coming-of-age tale, ELIO. It's time for intergalactic diplomacy, misunderstood Earthlings, and out-of-this-world parenting! Contains spoilers. Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Josh is joined by Pixar Correspondent Joe Morgan to talk about the studio's latest original film, "Elio"! They discuss whether the film felt visually distinct from other Pixar films in its setting/character design, if the central relationship between the title character and his aunt was a believable as it needed to be, if the movie struck the right tonal balance in being humorous but also centering on a troubled child, their favorite supporting character Glordon and much more!

New York's favorite couple Erika & Scott are back on the show this week!! They talk to Drew about crying in Pixar movies, making fan videos for the Jonas Brothers, in-depth Halloween costumes, Drew getting stung by a jellyfish, and so much more.  Erika IG: https://www.instagram.com/erikapriscilla/?hl=en Erika Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@erikaxpriscilla?lang=en Scott Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@scottyiz?lang=en Follow The Comment Section on IG! https://www.instagram.com/thecommentsection/?hl=en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vinnie admits Sting never touched him, and Sarah apologizes to Pixar.

Get started with AG1 Next Gen for less than $3 a day when you subscribe! http://drinkag1.com/carlin Elio is finally here—and with it, a ton of new Pixar Theory questions! How do aliens fit into the timeline? Why didn't they help Earth during the WALL-E era? And did we just uncover the true origin of the Cars universe?? Join J as he breaks down every clue, connection, and Easter egg Elio gives us and how it fits perfectly into the grand Pixar timeline. From space junk to golden records to a Giulia cameo from Luca, Elio might be the missing link between WALL-E, Onward, and… Car Clones?! Buckle up, it's about to get galactic.

In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor dig into a packed slate of animation and entertainment news—including box office wins, deep animation history, and Broadway updates: Universal celebrates a huge opening for Jurassic World Rebirth with $318M globally, while How to Train Your Dragon crosses the half-billion mark. Disney's Lilo & Stitch nears the billion-dollar club, expected to cross the threshold by the time Fantastic Four: First Steps hits theaters later this month. Pixar's Elio struggles at the box office, with $96M worldwide after three weekends and its Disney+ debut now supposedly slated for September. “Boop the Musical” to close on Broadway, while Disney's Frozen the Musical West End run hits Disney+ with a professionally filmed version. Ward Kimball's The Mouse Factory – Jim revisits Disney's forgotten answer to The Muppet Show, cancelled after just two seasons to protect the studio's Sunday night ratings. Plus: Updates on Camp Cretaceous: Chaos Theory, the retirement of animation legend Tom Sito, changes at Cartoon Brew, and the long-awaited arrival of The Cat in the Hat—now with Things 1 through 18. A jam-packed episode filled with history, industry insight, and a look ahead at what's next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Is that supposed to mean something to me?" - Riri Williams   Welcome to episode 229! Infinity Bros Isaac, Max and Mark break down the new Pixar film Elio, and then do a deep dive into the weeds with our Ironheart SPOILER review! Max and Mark are back to true form, exploring every nook and cranny of the show and the future implications for the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Max gushes about a top Pixar film for him in Elio, Isaac ponders what projects make him more excited for the MCU, and Mark drags everyone down into the weeds to indulge his Marvel conspiracies and postulations! It's a full spoiler episode, so make sure you watch Ironheart before listening!   Join us for a fantastic, fun-filled conversation!   Check out the Infinity Bros Patreon for EXCLUSIVE content, including unedited episodes, exclusive podcasts, and more!   Infinity Bro Robbie has gone SOLO with his MTG career! Check out his new profile here: Robert Red Beard MTG   Want to connect with the Infinity Bros Universe? Click this link --> https://linktr.ee/infinitybros   Hear our reviews of 'Thunderbolts*' and 'Sinners' on episode 226 of the Infinity Bros Podcast HERE!   Check out our review of 'Daredevil: Born Again' on episode 225 of the Infinity Bros Podcast HERE!   Listen to our review of season 2 of 'Severance' on episode 223 of the Infinity Bros Podcast HERE!   Hear our review of 'Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man' on episode 221 of the Infinity Bros Podcast HERE!   Check out our 'Captain America: Brave New World' review on episode 220 of the Infinity Bros Podcast HERE!   Listen to our 2024 StanLee Awards show where we ranked our Top 6 Movies and TV Shows of 2024 HERE!   Get 15% off your HyperX order by using code: INFINITYBROS!   Get some delicious coffee or tea from Many Worlds Tavern here, and get 10% off by using code THEINFINITYBROS!   Order your favorite character's Funko Pop at Entertainment Earth here, and get 10% off by using code INFINITY!   Check out all of RIPT Apparel's awesome t-shirt designs here!   Cover Art Artist: Jack Baumert (@Jack_baumertart on Instagram)

Len Testa and Jim Hill tackle a packed show, from new Eat to the Beat concert acts and Test Track Lightning Lane changes to a survey that hints at Disney bundling sports vacations with ESPN and Adventures by Disney. Then in the main segment, Jim unpacks the wild story behind the Pirates of the Caribbean movie franchise—including how one clever Imagineer added a cursed treasure twist to the ride years before it hit the big screen, and why Michael Eisner insisted on a subtitle that technically made no sense. New Eat to the Beat lineup adds Bowling for Soup, Jordin Sparks, and The Beach Boys Disney files plans for the Monsters Inc. Door Coaster building—yes, it's a real land ESPN and ABD surveys tease premium sports-based vacation packages What really happened to Pixar's Elio, and how politics may have changed the movie Behind the scenes of Curse of the Black Pearl: casting, rewrites, and a fake curse Plus, Len pitches a villains-themed restaurant where customer service is intentionally bad, and Jim explains why Tower of Terror on TV paved the way for Jack Sparrow in theaters. SHOW NOTES Support Our Sponsors DVC Resale Market Thinking about joining Disney Vacation Club or selling your contract? DVC Resale Market is the leader in the secondary market, with over 70,000 satisfied DVC members. Their expert team of 21 former DVC Cast Members brings unparalleled knowledge and experience to every transaction, making buying or selling DVC simple and stress-free. Learn More DVC Rental Store Dreaming of deluxe Disney accommodations at a fraction of the cost? The DVC Rental Store connects guests with incredible savings on Disney Vacation Club resorts. Whether you're a DVC member looking to rent your points or a guest looking to stay in style, the DVC Rental Store offers a seamless process for both. Don't forget—they also offer exciting point swaps for unforgettable experiences like cruises and adventures! Learn More 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

Len Testa and Jim Hill tackle a packed show, from new Eat to the Beat concert acts and Test Track Lightning Lane changes to a survey that hints at Disney bundling sports vacations with ESPN and Adventures by Disney. Then in the main segment, Jim unpacks the wild story behind the Pirates of the Caribbean movie franchise—including how one clever Imagineer added a cursed treasure twist to the ride years before it hit the big screen, and why Michael Eisner insisted on a subtitle that technically made no sense. New Eat to the Beat lineup adds Bowling for Soup, Jordin Sparks, and The Beach Boys Disney files plans for the Monsters Inc. Door Coaster building—yes, it's a real land ESPN and ABD surveys tease premium sports-based vacation packages What really happened to Pixar's Elio, and how politics may have changed the movie Behind the scenes of Curse of the Black Pearl: casting, rewrites, and a fake curse Plus, Len pitches a villains-themed restaurant where customer service is intentionally bad, and Jim explains why Tower of Terror on TV paved the way for Jack Sparrow in theaters. SHOW NOTES Support Our Sponsors DVC Resale Market Thinking about joining Disney Vacation Club or selling your contract? DVC Resale Market is the leader in the secondary market, with over 70,000 satisfied DVC members. Their expert team of 21 former DVC Cast Members brings unparalleled knowledge and experience to every transaction, making buying or selling DVC simple and stress-free. Learn More DVC Rental Store Dreaming of deluxe Disney accommodations at a fraction of the cost? The DVC Rental Store connects guests with incredible savings on Disney Vacation Club resorts. Whether you're a DVC member looking to rent your points or a guest looking to stay in style, the DVC Rental Store offers a seamless process for both. Don't forget—they also offer exciting point swaps for unforgettable experiences like cruises and adventures! Learn More 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