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While Taylor Swift is better known for her songs than anything else, she is also quite prolific at dropping Easter Eggs when it comes to upcoming projects. Recently, it seems like Taylor is hinting at her taking a place within the Toy Story Universe in the upcoming Toy Story 5. Erik tells us about the changes coming to the Carousel of Progress in Walt Disney World, and we talk about the new Mandalorian and Grogu movie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Purists will say that Disneyland is superior to Disney World for a variety of reasons, most of which are based on nostalgia. Both parks have a Fantasyland, but only one has the room to expand theirs, allowing for a more varied experience than what is available at the other. On today's show, Erik takes us through why the Fantasyland at WDW is so different, what it has that Disneyland's doesn't, and we chat about some Disney News. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From the Quantum Realm… Originally released behind the sacred Patreon paywall, this Super Secret Spoiler Show episode covering Captain America: The Winter Soldier has slipped through a tear in the multiverse and landed on the main feed. This is not your standard, structured Main Show breakdown. This is the chaotic one. Recorded in full spoiler mode, we revisit one of the MCU's most beloved entries and ask the hard questions: Is The Winter Soldier actually a perfect movie? Does the HYDRA twist hold up or does it quietly break the universe? And how long can we spend on the elevator scene before it becomes a problem? Expect tangents. Expect overcorrections. Expect aggressively honest takes. This is the version of Puny Pod where the guardrails are off and the energy is… looser. If you enjoy this flavor of unfiltered Marvel talk, you can get every Super Secret Spoiler Show episode over on the Earz Up Patreon. The timeline is fragile. Enjoy responsibly. ---------------- Support the show! Check out our super secret spoiler show on the EarzUp! Patreon Visit us on Etsy for the official Puny Pod Merch Come say hi on Discord! Subscribe on iTunes Start your own podcast with Zencastr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Back from a trip to the Disneyland Resort - our first visit in over a year - and we talk about lessons learned, new foods we tried, and why the Bluey "Best Day Ever" show just doesn't do it for us. Sitting in on today's show is Alice, who is Eight (if you can believe it), and she helps us navigate what worked and what didn't on a trip with a small child. Plus, we cover some fun Disney News! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The nostalgia bomb has officially detonated. Ryan and David are covering Spider-Man: No Way Home. This month on Puny Pod, the MCU rewatch podcast that covers the Marvel Cinematic Universe in release order, Ryan and David dig into the movie that made $1.9 billion dollars, broke the all-time trailer record, and — depending on who you ask — is either a top-tier MCU entry or a brilliantly engineered feelings delivery system masquerading as a film. Spoiler: they do not agree. At all. But they both have a very good time arguing about it. Along the way they break down the comics, the wild behind-the-scenes story of how this movie almost didn't happen, the villain who absolutely steals the show, and why Andrew Garfield might deserve a little more credit than he ever got. Plus post-credits scenes, MVP picks, and Ryan making a confession about his relationship with nostalgia that explains a lot. Themes by J.R. Trimpe: https://trimpe.org/ ---------------- Support the show! Check out our super secret spoiler show on the EarzUp! Patreon Visit us on Etsy for the official Puny Pod Merch Come say hi on Discord! Subscribe on iTunes Start your own podcast with Zencastr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming off the success that was "Snow White", Walt and his studio went on a bit of a box office loosing streak - first with "Fantasia" and then with "Pinocchio". He had just sunk a bunch of money into his new animation campus, and something had to change. So Walt proposed salary and perk cuts to the animators, and they did not take it well at all. Things had been building behind the scenes for a couple of years, and they all came to a head in 1941. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hell's Kitchen is not safe right now. Ryan and David are very okay with that. This month on Puny Pod, the MCU rewatch podcast that covers the Marvel Cinematic Universe in release order, Ryan and David are back with the April 2026 Bugle. The headliner is Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 — Ryan finally does the comics primer he forgot to do last year, and then the two of them break down the first three episodes of a show that is very clearly not pulling its punches. Wilson Fisk as mayor of New York, an anti-vigilante task force that hits a little close to home, Bullseye doing Bullseye things, and Karen Page steadily crossing lines she is probably not going to uncross. Then it's on to the news: Spider-Man: No Way Home is finally coming to Disney+ on April 15th — which means for the first time ever, the entire MCU is on one platform. The Punisher: One Last Kill is arriving May 12th and sounds like anything but a quiet watch. And the Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer has Ryan spinning some theories about a certain rippling suit, some chunky web shooters, and what might be the MCU's first real step toward mutant territory. Next up on Puny Pod: Spider-Man: No Way Home. Themes by J.R. Trimpe: https://trimpe.org/ ---------------- Support the show! Check out our super secret spoiler show on the EarzUp! Patreon Visit us on Etsy for the official Puny Pod Merch Come say hi on Discord! Subscribe on iTunes Start your own podcast with Zencastr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tom Ameen is back on the show, with his brand new album, "Wish Upon A Star"! With his signature laid-back style, Tom reimagines many Disney classics into a calming, mellow piano arrangement. We chat with him about how he approaches tackling songs that have been embraced by so many for so long, coming up with the concept of this new album, and what his true feelings on drummers are. Plus, we talk about the failed OpenAI deal that fell through recently, Bluey and Bingo laying claim to Disneyland, and more! Follow Tom Ameen on Instagram for all the details on his music, his new album, and pictures of his cute doggo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's a lot happening in the Marvel universe right now. Ryan and David are on it. This month on Puny Pod, the MCU rewatch podcast that covers the Marvel Cinematic Universe in release order, Ryan and David are back with the March 2026 Bugle — their monthly Marvel news roundup. First up: a full review of Wonder Man, the Marvel Spotlight series that nobody saw coming and most people quietly really liked. Think struggling actor, a scene-stealing Trevor Slattery, and a surprisingly sharp send-up of Hollywood — all in eight very digestible episodes. Then it's on to the news: Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 is almost here and Ryan is very excited. There's fresh set intel on Spider-Man: No Way Home including a certain big green surprise. X-Men '97 Season 2 finally has some details and Apocalypse is taking center stage. And Nicolas Cage is playing Spider-Man in a 1930s noir series — 70% Humphrey Bogart, 30% Bugs Bunny, by his own description — and David has opinions about Ryan's level of enthusiasm for it. Next up on Puny Pod: Spider-Man: No Way Home. Themes by J.R. Trimpe: https://trimpe.org/ ---------------- Support the show! Check out our super secret spoiler show on the EarzUp! Patreon Visit us on Etsy for the official Puny Pod Merch Come say hi on Discord! Subscribe on iTunes Start your own podcast with Zencastr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Snow White hit theaters in 1938, the world of animation was changed forever. The team of men and women who made it all happen had been working overtime for two years, and when the smoke cleared, they all needed a break. Walt rented out The Norconian, a posh resort up in the hills of Southern California, and brought all of his people there. What happened next became the stuff of legend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the first breakdown episode of the year, and Ryan and David are heading to New York City for Christmas — whether Clint Barton likes it or not. This month on Puny Pod, the MCU rewatch podcast that covers the Marvel Cinematic Universe in release order, Ryan and David dig into Hawkeye, the 2021 Disney+ miniseries that brought Jeremy Renner's reluctant Avenger back into the spotlight — this time alongside a sharp-shooting, clock-tower-demolishing newcomer named Kate Bishop. They cover the show's comic book roots, the street-level MCU stakes, some very exciting returning faces, and why this one might be more important to the future of the MCU than it gets credit for. Plus the usual: production notes, comic breakdowns, MVP picks, and a debate about whether David made the right call on Broadway. Next up on Puny Pod: Spider-Man: No Way Home. Themes by J.R. Trimpe: https://trimpe.org/ ---------------- Support the show! Check out our super secret spoiler show on the EarzUp! Patreon Visit us on Etsy for the official Puny Pod Merch Come say hi on Discord! Subscribe on iTunes Start your own podcast with Zencastr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this edition of the EarzUp! Disney News Show, we jump headfirst into the root of all evil ... regular-sized french fries. Disneyland keeps on insisting that they mess with the classic foods guests love, and this time they have gone too far! Also, we cover D'Maro's embrace of AI and what that means to the environment, Jason has words to say about a plaque, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Valentines Day, Taren drags us through the dating histories of three famous Disney couples: Mickey and Minnie, Donald and Daisy, and Clarabelle and Goofy. That last one threw us, too. Plus, Ryan from Puny Pod joins us to talk about his brand new podcast, Fantasyland Draft League, available everywhere! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Monthly Bugle is back for 2026! Ryan and David kick off the new year by looking back at everything Marvel dropped in 2025 — the highs, the lows, and the stuff that surprised us the most — before turning ahead to what the MCU has lined up next. We run through last year's Disney+ shows like Daredevil: Born Again, Ironheart, Eyes of Wakanda, Marvel Zombies, and Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, talking about what worked, what didn't, and which ones ended up being our favorites. Then it's movie time as we revisit Captain America: Brave New World, Thunderbolts (New Avengers), and Fantastic Four: First Steps, including how they performed at the box office and where Marvel may have stumbled a bit. From there, we dive into a full 2026 MCU preview, breaking down upcoming series like Wonder Man, Daredevil: Born Again Season 2, X-Men '97 Season 2, Vision Quest, and more — plus the big movies on the horizon like Spider-Man: Brand New Day and Avengers: Doomsday. Oh, and of course… we settle our yearly Puny Pod bet, talk Marvel's changing box office landscape, and draft our 2026 picks. New year. New Marvel. Same Bugle chaos. ---------------- Support the show! Check out our super secret spoiler show on the EarzUp! Patreon Visit us on Etsy for the official Puny Pod Merch Come say hi on Discord! Subscribe on iTunes Start your own podcast with Zencastr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to our first full news show, where we break down the big Disney news announcements from the past month, provide some context, and hand out opinions. This week, we talk about the Iger exit and how it's happening sooner than you think, plus over in WDW, they are getting rid of a major attraction in favor of something cooler. Let us know what you think of the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Puny Pod, Ryan and David take on one of the MCU's most ambitious—and divisive—films: Eternals. From ancient Mesopotamia to modern-day Marvel, the conversation dives deep into cosmic lore, Jack Kirby's massive ideas, and what happens when Marvel trades quips for existential dread. The hosts break down the film's sprawling ensemble cast, Chloé Zhao's distinct directorial style, and the complicated mythology of Eternals, Deviants, and Celestials. Along the way, they explore why this movie looks incredible, why it confused so many viewers on first watch, and how its themes of free will, duty, and humanity set it apart from traditional MCU entries. Expect thoughtful analysis, comic-book history, first-watch vs. rewatch perspectives, and plenty of Puny Pod banter as Ryan and David wrestle with a movie that asks big questions—and isn't afraid to slow things down to do it. Love it or hate it, Eternals is a swing for the fences, and this episode gives it the full deep-dive treatment. Themes by J.R. Trimpe: https://trimpe.org/ ---------------- Support the show! Check out our super secret spoiler show on the EarzUp! Patreon Visit us on Etsy for the official Puny Pod Merch Come say hi on Discord! Subscribe on iTunes Start your own podcast with Zencastr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's that time of year again, where we gather around our microphones and talk about the holidays! But we are doing something different this year - we've cut the letters to Santa Iger, and instead opted to chat about some of our favorite Christmas songs. Erik tells us about his recent trip to Disneyland for the holidays, and we cover some Disney News! Thank you for another wonderful year of podcasting, and we'll see you in 2026! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Yes, even after the turkeys are stripped of their meats and the pecan pies have settled in your lower sections, we still have plenty of Thanksgiving-slash-holiday food and fun to chat about. It's an easy show - laid-back and free, but still fun as can be expected. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show, we breakdown all of the hottest Disney News, and there is a TON of it! Erik and Taren are out sick, so Jason pulled in Ryan from "Puny Pod" to help keep his hot takes room temperature. We talk about the A.I. push that Bob Iger casually mentioned, the fate of the Jungle Cruise live action sequel, and Jason drops his bombshell reporting on a new Haunted Mansion theory ... maybe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Puny Pod, Ryan and David return to Phase Four with Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings! From Wenwu's centuries-spanning backstory to Shang-Chi's comic origins and the film's ties to Chinese mythology, the hosts unpack one of Marvel's most distinct and heartfelt stories. They dig into the film's incredible martial arts choreography, its pandemic-era theatrical release, and how Shang-Chi changed the MCU's trajectory. Along the way, they discuss Simu Liu's rise from stock-photo model to Marvel star, the legacy of Fu Manchu in the comics, and the cultural importance of seeing authentic AAPI representation on screen. Expect laughs, Marvel deep dives, karaoke appreciation, and a few well-placed digs at Trevor Slattery. It's equal parts history lesson and fan celebration—because Shang-Chi deserves its flowers. Themes by J.R. Trimpe: https://trimpe.org/ ---------------- Support the show! Check out our super secret spoiler show on the EarzUp! Patreon Visit us on Etsy for the official Puny Pod Merch Come say hi on Discord! Subscribe on iTunes Start your own podcast with Zencastr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's time, once again, to compile the scariest and most haunting tales we can think up, for our annual Spooky Stories show! How far can we push you towards the maddening void of your imagination? Which tale will be the one to damage your reality for ever? Maybe it will be Taren's story of a post-apocalyptic Disneyland Park, thirsty for blood. Or perhaps Erik's tale of Muppets gaining life. It could very well be Jason's fiction of a small monster roaming the park, turning it's victims into food! Happy Halloween! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Haunted Mansion gets a lot of traction this time of the year, and rightfully so. It's an amazing piece of theme park history, and one of the most iconic attractions around. But, what would it have been like had Walt Disney not passed away before it's opening? On today's show, we talk about rolly Crump's influence on the mansion, the planned-for-but-never-built Museum of the Weird, as well as 13 spooky facts you might not have known about the Haunted Mansion. Oh, and Erik has two. Oh, and we do some Disney News. Ok, that's it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's another jam-packed Monthly Bugle! Ryan and David kick things off with the second trailer for Marvel Zombies—the undead MCU hits Disney+ on September 24, and we've got the comic book history, the hype, and why this four-episode event could be one of Marvel's weirdest swings yet. We also celebrate Disney's Emmy wins (including Andor's big night), and break down everything you need to know about the Fantastic Four: First Steps home release, from deleted scenes to featurettes and when it might hit Disney+. Then, we pause for an In Memoriam honoring Robert Redford, reflect on his role as Alexander Pierce, and wrap things up with ScreenRant's definitive MCU movie rankings (and our thoughts on where they nailed it—or totally missed). From zombies to the First Family, this month's Bugle covers it all! Themes by J.R. Trimpe: https://trimpe.org/ ---------------- Support the show! Check out our super secret spoiler show on the EarzUp! Patreon Visit us on Etsy for the official Puny Pod Merch Come say hi on Discord! Subscribe on iTunes Start your own podcast with Zencastr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show, we do a deep dive into the huge pile of culture wars that Bob Iger stepped in last week, with the suspension of late night host Jimmy Kimmel. Erik gives us a tease for his upcoming show about the animators strike at the Disney Studios, by telling us about some of the unsavory folks involved. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Puny Pod, we crack open the multiverse with Marvel Studios' first animated series, What If…? Season 1. From Captain Carter's heroics to Doctor Strange's dark descent, Killmonger's betrayal to Party Thor's cosmic chaos, we revisit each reality-twisting episode and explore how the show reimagines the MCU we thought we knew. We break down the animation style, storytelling risks, and the Watcher's role as both observer and participant. Plus, we dig into the season's team-up finale, its connections to the wider multiverse saga, and what it all means for Marvel's Phase 4 and beyond. Packed with speculation, laughs, and a healthy dose of “what if” scenarios of our own, this is your ultimate debrief on one of Marvel's most creative and mind-bending projects. Themes by J.R. Trimpe: https://trimpe.org/ ---------------- Support the show! Check out our super secret spoiler show on the EarzUp! Patreon Visit us on Etsy for the official Puny Pod Merch Come say hi on Discord! Subscribe on iTunes Start your own podcast with Zencastr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're chatting with Ryan from Puny Pod and diving deep into the fascinating history of Marvel's presence in Disney Parks. From early beginnings and licensing battles to the creative workarounds in the US and international expansions, discover how Marvel superheroes found their way into iconic rides and entertainment. Plus, Erik tell us about Disney legend Dorothea Redmond, and we cover the latest Disney news! ---------------- Support the show! Come watch us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitch!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join everyone over on our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit us on Etsy for the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠coolest Disney-inspired shirts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Come check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Discord group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Monsanto House of the Future was unlike anything guests to Disneyland had seen before. A glimpse of better days ahead, wrapped and secured inside a plastic shell. For ten years, people from all over queued up to walk the hallways of the House of the Future, marvel at all the time the fancy kitchen would save Mom, and inhale where were surely a lifetimes worth of microplastics. But where did this house design come from? Why was it made entirely of plastic? And where did it go? We chat about that, Erik tells us about some changes coming to the Disneyland resort hotels, and more! ---------------- Support the show! Come watch us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitch!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join everyone over on our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit us on Etsy for the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠coolest Disney-inspired shirts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Come check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Discord group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This month on Puny Pod's Monthly Bugle, Ryan and David dive into the debut of Eyes of Wakanda! We explore the show's sweeping history of the Hatut Zeraze—from Crete to Troy to K'un-Lun and beyond—plus break down the cast, critical reaction, and what it adds to the legacy of Wakanda in the MCU. We also check out Iron Man and His Awesome Friends (yes, with a Mark Hoppus theme song), preview October's Marvel Zombies with its stacked new cast, and look ahead to the next Spider-Man movie (Brand New Day) with confirmed returning heroes and villains. Plus, we run through the latest updates on Black Panther 3, Blade, and some big teases from Ryan Reynolds. All that, along with our usual bet check-in and a dash of ConciEARS magic, makes for one jam-packed episode of Marvel news and nerdy fun. Themes by J.R. Trimpe: https://trimpe.org/ ---------------- Support the show! Check out our super secret spoiler show on the EarzUp! Patreon Visit us on Etsy for the official Puny Pod Merch Come say hi on Discord! Subscribe on iTunes Start your own podcast with Zencastr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We were pleased to have Rob from Bantha Milk back on the show, to chat about his new co-host, James, and their plans to bring everything back to a more consistent schedule.  Erik shares his experience attending the Pacific Northwest Mouse Meet, and we cover the latest Disney news, all while Taren tries to escape the Matrix. ---------------- Support the show! Come watch us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitch!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join everyone over on our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit us on Etsy for the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠coolest Disney-inspired shirts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Come check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Discord group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Puny Podians Assemble—literally! Ryan and David are back with a blockbuster-sized deep dive from our Super Secret Spoiler Show archives, and this time we're revisiting Marvel's The Avengers, the film that changed the superhero genre forever. This epic team-up brought Earth's Mightiest Heroes together for the first time, blending gods, billionaires, super soldiers, and rage monsters into one unforgettable battle for New York. We're talking portal skies, shawarma jokes, and the start of a cinematic universe firing on all cylinders. From Loki's villainy to the Hulk's scene-stealing rage, we're breaking down the action, the chemistry, and the legacy of this monumental MCU moment. Want more spoiler-filled Marvel talk, early episodes, and exclusive extras? Join the EarzUp Patreon and stay up to date with every deep dive and hot take. Whether The Avengers is your favorite MCU movie or just the start of something bigger, this episode is packed with gamma-powered insight and nostalgic hype. Smash that play button and let's assemble! Themes by J.R. Trimpe: https://trimpe.org/ ---------------- Support the show! Check out our super secret spoiler show on the EarzUp! Patreon Visit us on Etsy for the official Puny Pod Merch Come say hi on Discord! Subscribe on iTunes Start your own podcast with Zencastr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This July, Ryan and David are diving into the premiere of Ironheart—critics gave it a 77%, audiences gave it a 47%, but what did we think? Then we go cosmic with a deep dive into Fantastic Four: First Steps! We explore the film's comic book roots, the all-star cast (hello Pedro Pascal, Julia Garner, and Galactus!), and how this new take sets the stage for the MCU's future. We also break down Kevin Feige's flurry of interviews pre-SDCC no-show, including big shake-ups for Disney+, news on Spider-Man: Brand New Day, updates on Blade, X-Men, and Black Panther 3, and some major behind-the-scenes shifts—like Marvel stepping away from Kang before Quantumania even hit theaters. Finally, we preview the upcoming animated series Iron Man and His Awesome Friends (yes, that theme song is by Mark Hoppus). New shows, new teams, and maybe a little chaos—just another month in the MCU. Themes by J.R. Trimpe: https://trimpe.org/ ---------------- Support the show! Check out our super secret spoiler show on the EarzUp! Patreon Visit us on Etsy for the official Puny Pod Merch Come say hi on Discord! Subscribe on iTunes Start your own podcast with Zencastr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In honor of Disneyland's 70th birthday, Taren takes us down the same long road Walt had to walk on the very first day the Park was open. Any other company or brand would have folded under the pressure, but somehow Walt and his company kept moving on! Erik calls in from DCA to let us know how things are at ground zero, and we talk some Disney News! ---------------- Support the show! Come watch us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitch!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join everyone over on our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit us on Etsy for the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠coolest Disney-inspired shirts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Come check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Discord group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Puny Pod, we tumble through the Sacred Timeline with Loki Season 1, Marvel's trippy, time-bending Disney+ series. Join us as we unpack the God of Mischief's surprising character growth, his dynamic with Mobius, and the multiverse-shattering consequences of his TVA adventure. We explore the show's bold aesthetic, philosophical themes, and that jaw-dropping finale reveal of He Who Remains. Plus, we talk Sylvie, variants, jet ski dreams, and what Loki means for the future of the MCU and Phase 4. With plenty of fan theories, time-travel debates, and chaotic laughs, this is a Puny Pod episode you won't want to prune from your queue. In this part one we go over the comic history, production story and episodes 1 and 2 Themes by J.R. Trimpe: https://trimpe.org/ ---------------- Support the show! Check out our super secret spoiler show on the EarzUp! Patreon Visit us on Etsy for the official Puny Pod Merch Come say hi on Discord! Subscribe on iTunes Start your own podcast with Zencastr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Puny Pod, we tumble through the Sacred Timeline with Loki Season 1, Marvel's trippy, time-bending Disney+ series. Join us as we unpack the God of Mischief's surprising character growth, his dynamic with Mobius, and the multiverse-shattering consequences of his TVA adventure. We explore the show's bold aesthetic, philosophical themes, and that jaw-dropping finale reveal of He Who Remains. Plus, we talk Sylvie, variants, jet ski dreams, and what Loki means for the future of the MCU and Phase 4. With plenty of fan theories, time-travel debates, and chaotic laughs, this is a Puny Pod episode you won't want to prune from your queue. In this part 2 we cover episodes 3-6 and we give our final reviews Themes by J.R. Trimpe: https://trimpe.org/ ---------------- Support the show! Check out our super secret spoiler show on the EarzUp! Patreon Visit us on Etsy for the official Puny Pod Merch Come say hi on Discord! Subscribe on iTunes Start your own podcast with Zencastr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join us as we dive deep into the making of the iconic Captain EO featuring Michael Jackson, George Lucas, and Francis Ford Coppola. Taren unearths new insights about the 80s sensation. Plus, Erik delights us with a review of Takumi-Tei, the premier Japanese restaurant at EPCOT. Learn about the behind-the-scenes challenges and enjoy a taste of upscale Japanese cuisine! ---------------- Support the show! Come watch us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitch!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join everyone over on our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit us on Etsy for the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠coolest Disney-inspired shirts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Come check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Discord group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Puny Pod, we dive into the action-packed and politically charged The Falcon and The Winter Soldier. Join us as we explore Sam Wilson's journey to accept the mantle of Captain America, Bucky Barnes' path to redemption, and the complex moral ground the series treads with the Flag Smashers and John Walker. We break down key moments, from thrilling fight scenes to emotional character arcs, and discuss how the show tackles real-world themes like legacy, identity, and race in America. Plus, we weigh in on the return of Sharon Carter, Zemo's dance moves, and what this all means for the future of the MCU. With thoughtful insights, a few laughs, and plenty of Marvel speculation, this episode is your debrief on one of the MCU's most grounded and timely series. In this part one we go over the comic history, production story and episodes 1 and 2 Themes by J.R. Trimpe: https://trimpe.org/ ---------------- Support the show! Check out our super secret spoiler show on the EarzUp! Patreon Visit us on Etsy for the official Puny Pod Merch Come say hi on Discord! Subscribe on iTunes Start your own podcast with Zencastr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Puny Pod, we dive into the action-packed and politically charged The Falcon and The Winter Soldier. Join us as we explore Sam Wilson's journey to accept the mantle of Captain America, Bucky Barnes' path to redemption, and the complex moral ground the series treads with the Flag Smashers and John Walker. We break down key moments, from thrilling fight scenes to emotional character arcs, and discuss how the show tackles real-world themes like legacy, identity, and race in America. Plus, we weigh in on the return of Sharon Carter, Zemo's dance moves, and what this all means for the future of the MCU. With thoughtful insights, a few laughs, and plenty of Marvel speculation, this episode is your debrief on one of the MCU's most grounded and timely series. In this part 2 we cover episodes 3-6 and we give our final reviews Themes by J.R. Trimpe: https://trimpe.org/ ---------------- Support the show! Check out our super secret spoiler show on the EarzUp! Patreon Visit us on Etsy for the official Puny Pod Merch Come say hi on Discord! Subscribe on iTunes Start your own podcast with Zencastr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June's Monthly Bugle is here, and the Puny Pod crew is breaking down all the latest Marvel mayhem! We kick things off with a preview of Ironheart—what to expect, where Riri's headed next, and how it might tie into the broader MCU. Then, we dive into James Gunn's recent comments about studio interference and explore how corporate mandates could be shaping the MCU's creative direction. We also unpack the latest major schedule shake-up and what it means for upcoming releases. Plus, we talk about Liza Colón-Zayas joining Spider-Man: Brand New Day, and we highlight the best recent drops on Marvel Unlimited. Don't miss this deep dive into the multiverse of Marvel news! Themes by J.R. Trimpe: https://trimpe.org/ ---------------- Support the show! Check out our super secret spoiler show on the EarzUp! Patreon Visit us on Etsy for the official Puny Pod Merch Come say hi on Discord! Subscribe on iTunes Start your own podcast with Zencastr

Join us as we dive into the latest announcements about Disneyland Forward. We'll discuss the new Avatar Land set to replace Hollywood Land in Disney California Adventure (DCA) and the transformation of Tom Sawyer Island in Magic Kingdom into a Cars-themed area. Learn about the potential changes, the reasons behind them, and listen to our thoughts on these exciting developments. Don't miss our breakdown of park updates and the latest from the Disney universe! ---------------- Support the show! Come watch us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitch!⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join everyone over on our ⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon page⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit us on Etsy for the ⁠⁠⁠⁠coolest Disney-inspired shirts⁠⁠⁠⁠ Come check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Discord group⁠⁠⁠⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join us as we dive into the exciting new attractions at Universal's Epic Universe in Orlando with EriK, covering Super Nintendo World, Dark Universe, and more. Taren then highlights Disneyland's 70th Anniversary Celebrations, featuring new shows, parades, merch, and food offerings. Don't miss out on the inside scoop of these major theme park updates! ---------------- Support the show! Come watch us on ⁠⁠⁠Twitch!⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to us on ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ Join everyone over on our ⁠⁠⁠Patreon page⁠⁠⁠ Visit us on Etsy for the ⁠⁠⁠coolest Disney-inspired shirts⁠⁠⁠ Come check out the ⁠⁠⁠Discord group⁠⁠⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Puny Podians Assemble! Ryan and David are back with another star-spangled episode from our Super Secret Spoiler Show archives—this time, we're suiting up for Captain America: The First Avenger. Before there was an Avengers Initiative, before Cap wielded Mjolnir, there was skinny Steve Rogers—a kid from Brooklyn with a big heart and bigger dreams. We're diving into the MCU's first true period piece, a World War II-set origin story that gave us Hydra, the Tesseract, and one heck of a heroic glow-up. From serum science to shield-slinging action, we're breaking down the film's old-school charm, its pulp-inspired style, and how it set the tone for one of the MCU's most iconic heroes. Want more Marvel deep dives, early episodes, and spoiler-packed discussions? Subscribe to the EarzUp Patreon for the latest drops and exclusive content. Whether you think The First Avenger is an underrated gem or just a stepping stone to bigger battles, this episode is bursting with patriotic passion and MCU insights. Press play and join the fight! Themes by J.R. Trimpe: https://trimpe.org/ ---------------- Support the show! Check out our super secret spoiler show on the EarzUp! Patreon Visit us on Etsy for the official Puny Pod Merch Come say hi on Discord! Subscribe on iTunes Start your own podcast with Zencastr

By now you may have heard that the Walt Disney Company is opening up shop in Abu Dhabi ... and that's about it. So we wanted to do a bit of investigating to find out more about the location of the park, who's running it, and what else is around there! ---------------- Support the show! Come watch us on ⁠⁠Twitch!⁠⁠ Subscribe to us on ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ Join everyone over on our ⁠⁠Patreon page⁠⁠ Visit us on Etsy for the ⁠⁠coolest Disney-inspired shirts⁠⁠ Come check out the ⁠⁠Discord group⁠⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This month on Puny Pod's Monthly Bugle, we're wrapping up Daredevil: Born Again with a full review of episode 9—was the finale a knockout or just a whisper in Hell's Kitchen? Then it's time to dig deeper into Thunderbolts and where this wild MCU team-up could be headed. But wait—David went to Star Wars Night at Disneyland, and you better believe we're talking about it. We also chat about Red Guardian showing up in Avengers Campus (he lives!), and round things out with what's new on comic shop shelves this month. Hit play and stay caught up on everything Marvel and mildly Marvel-adjacent. Themes by J.R. Trimpe: https://trimpe.org/ ---------------- Support the show! Check out our super secret spoiler show on the EarzUp! Patreon Visit us on Etsy for the official Puny Pod Merch Come say hi on Discord! Subscribe on iTunes Start your own podcast with Zencastr

In this episode of Puny Pod, we dive into the reality-bending world of WandaVision, Marvel Studios' bold and emotional Disney+ series. Join us as we unpack the show's sitcom-inspired structure, explore Wanda Maximoff's journey through grief, and break down the mysteries behind Westview's magical hex. We cover everything from Vision's philosophical moments to Agatha Harkness's surprise reveal (yes, it was her all along). Plus, we dig into that explosive finale, post-credit teases, and what it all means for the future of the MCU. Whether you're a longtime Marvel fan or just love weird TV, this episode blends smart analysis with our usual chaotic banter. Don't miss our take on one of the MCU's most unique and emotional entries! This is part two, we cover episodes 4-9 and our closing thoughts including favorite episode and MVPs Themes by the incomparable J.R. Trimpe, go check out more of his music here: ⁠https://trimpe.org/⁠ ---------------- Support the show! Check out our super secret spoiler show on the ⁠EarzUp! Patreon⁠ Visit us on Etsy for the ⁠official Puny Pod Merch⁠ Come say hi on⁠ Discord⁠! Subscribe on ⁠iTunes⁠ Start your own podcast with ⁠Zencastr

In this episode of Puny Pod, we dive into the reality-bending world of WandaVision, Marvel Studios' bold and emotional Disney+ series. Join us as we unpack the show's sitcom-inspired structure, explore Wanda Maximoff's journey through grief, and break down the mysteries behind Westview's magical hex. We cover everything from Vision's philosophical moments to Agatha Harkness's surprise reveal (yes, it was her all along). Plus, we dig into that explosive finale, post-credit teases, and what it all means for the future of the MCU. Whether you're a longtime Marvel fan or just love weird TV, this episode blends smart analysis with our usual chaotic banter. Don't miss our take on one of the MCU's most unique and emotional entries! This is part one, we cover the production details, comic history and episodes 1-3 Themes by the incomparable J.R. Trimpe, go check out more of his music here: https://trimpe.org/ ---------------- Support the show! Check out our super secret spoiler show on the EarzUp! Patreon Visit us on Etsy for the official Puny Pod Merch Come say hi on Discord! Subscribe on iTunes Start your own podcast with Zencastr

Come explore Disney history with us as we spotlight Reni Bardeau, the photographer behind some of Disneyland's most iconic images! Reni got his job almost by accident, and went on to serve behind the lens at the Walt Disney Company for over 35 years! Plus, we dig into Disney News! ---------------- Support the show! Come watch us on ⁠Twitch!⁠ Subscribe to us on ⁠YouTube⁠ Join everyone over on our ⁠Patreon page⁠ Visit us on Etsy for the ⁠coolest Disney-inspired shirts⁠ Come check out the ⁠Discord group⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the EarzUp! Podcast, the focus is on landscaping and horticulture at Disneyland, highlighting the great Bill Evans. Known for landscaping iconic Disney parks like Disneyland, Disney World, Tokyo Disney, and Disney Paris, Bill Evans played a crucial role in designing and maintaining the lush plant life that defines these parks. We jump into the challenges and intricate planning involved in creating the horticultural landscapes at Disneyland. From sourcing plants around Southern California, adapting non-native species to the Anaheim climate, to dealing with practical issues like irrigation and soil composition, Evans' ingenuity and passion for plants shine through. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get ready for an adventurous episode as Erik explores Universal's Toothsome Chocolate Emporium! Erik dives into the steampunk-styled restaurant's themed experience, weird backstory, and quirky menu. Plus, we break down Snow White's disappointing box office opening and more in our Disney News segment! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taren finally bullies Jason into going back to the Disneyland Resort after FIVE YEARS of being away! How have things changed for them? Did having a 7 year old kid along for the ride throw some chaos into Taren's plans? Just what does a return trip look like for people with one too many opinions? We cover all of that and more on this week's show! ---------------- Support the show! Come watch us on Twitch! Subscribe to us on YouTube Join everyone over on our Patreon page Visit us on Etsy for the coolest Disney-inspired shirts Come check out the Discord group! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on the show, we dive right into 'Erik's Eating Again.' Erik shares details about his trip to Casa Bonita in Denver, Colorado, a Mexican restaurant with one-of-a-kind features like cliff divers, puppet shows, and more, recently renovated by South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone. The discussion also covers Universal Orlando's accessible layout, Erik's favorite coaster the VelociCoaster, and the surprise speakeasy found during CityWalk's Mardi Gras celebration. We preview our upcoming Disneyland visit, mention local Disney-related spots in LA, and give updates on other network podcasts, including Buena Vista Boys, Scraping the Vault, The Supreme Resort, Bantha Milk Podcast, and PuniPod. We wrap the show with some Disney News! ---------------- Support the show! Come watch us on Twitch! Subscribe to us on YouTube Join everyone over on our Patreon page Visit us on Etsy for the coolest Disney-inspired shirts Come check out the Discord group! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices