Podcasts about McDonaldland

Join us on a trip into McDonaldland as we celebrate eight great Happy Meals from the '80s, '90s and early 2000s! We're covering everything from McDonald's Changeables to the Food Fundamentals and beyond! Remember, you can also grab an extra bonus show from us every month by joining our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/purplestuff

This week, we uncover the mysterious disappearance of beloved McDonald's characters, debate whether Sid and Marty Krofft shows were "good-bad" or just plain bad, and kick off our sizzling summer "Burger Wars" segment with a deep dive into the Golden Arches.### SEGMENT 1: "The McDonaldland Massacre" (00:00-23:30)- Introduction to McDonaldland characters: Ronald McDonald, Grimace, Hamburglar, Mayor McCheese, etc.- Timeline of characters' prominence in commercials and PlayPlaces (1971-2003)- The sudden disappearance from marketing campaigns- **THE BIG REVEAL:** The 1973 lawsuit by Sid & Marty Krofft against McDonald's - How McDonaldland characters suspiciously resembled characters from "H.R. Pufnstuf" - The $50 million copyright infringement case - McDonald's defense and eventual $1 million settlement- Legacy of the characters in pop culture- Where are they now? (Ronald's charity work, Grimace's 2023 brief revival)### SEGMENT 2: "Krofft Power Hour" - Background on Sid and Marty Krofft Productions- Overview of major shows: - H.R. Pufnstuf (1969-1970) - Lidsville (1971-1973) - Sigmund and the Sea Monsters (1973-1975) - Land of the Lost (1974-1976) - The Krofft Supershow (1976-1978) - Electra Woman and Dyna Girl- Budget constraints vs. creative vision- Practical effects and puppetry: impressive for their time or nightmare fuel?- Cultural impact and influence on modern creators- The "Good-Bad" debate: - Case for "Good in a Crappy Way": Imaginative concepts, memorable characters, cult following - Case for "Just Crappy": Cheap production, questionable writing, bizarre storylines- Final verdict from hosts "Burger Wars" McDonald's *Summer Feature Introduction***Host Showdown Categories:**1. **Best Menu Items of All Time** - Arguments for: Big Mac, Quarter Pounder with Cheese, Filet-O-Fish, Fries - Dark horse contender: Hot Mustard Sauce2. **Worst Menu Items Ever** - McPizza debate - Arch Deluxe failure analysis - McLobster horror stories - McSalad Shakers trauma3. **Best Discontinued Items** - Fried apple pies vs. baked version - McDLT ("keeps the hot side hot and the cool side cool") - McRib debate: Is it actually good or just good marketing? - Szechuan Sauce: Pre and post Rick & Morty phenomenon4. **Breakfast Cutoff Controversy** - Historical timeline of McDonald's breakfast hours - The game-changing "All Day Breakfast" experiment (2015-2020) - Current breakfast hours (varies by location - typically ends at 10:30am or 11:00am) - Philosophical debate: Why is society against hash browns at 2pm?send us a voicemail:https://www.speakpipe.com/The70sVsThe80ssend us an email:the70svsthe80s@gmail.com

This episode, Ed the Sock and Liana Kerzner talk about the new Pope, the Hamburglar Crime Family and other dark tales from McDonaldland, the weird French cartoon Barbapapa, why season 2 of The Last of Us is better than the video game it was based on and various other topics of no real consequence.

Today we welcome a very special guest to the show - none other than McDonaldland's own purple...thing: Grimace. Hear about Grimace's new podcast, his struggles with substance abuse and being a nepo baby, and some close connections he has to Chris & Rob. But, is it the real Grimace? Or just a guy in a suit? 

Today we welcome a very special guest to the show - none other than McDonaldland's own purple...thing: Grimace. Hear about Grimace's new podcast, his struggles with substance abuse and being a nepo baby, and some close connections he has to Chris & Rob. But, is it the real Grimace? Or just a guy in a suit? 

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Episode 406: I will discuss memories of The McDonaldland Commercials from the 1970s and The Roseland Plaza Shopping Center in Chicago.

Episode 406: I will discuss memories of The McDonaldland Commercials from the 1970s and The Roseland Plaza Shopping Center in Chicago.

Sauce goes through all the McDonaldland characters and shares whether or not they wear pants, the Golden Globe nominations are out and Sauce shares how they relate to his life

Sauce goes through all the McDonaldland characters and shares whether or not they wear pants, the Golden Globe nominations are out and Sauce shares how they relate to his life

Sauce goes through all the McDonaldland characters and shares whether or not they wear pants, the Golden Globe nominations are out and Sauce shares how they relate to his life

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Cory gets the final Jeopardy! question right, the crew talks McDonaldland characters, specifically Grimace, Jonathan Greenard calls in

Cory gets the final Jeopardy! question right, the crew talks McDonaldland characters, specifically Grimace, Jonathan Greenard calls in

Cory gets the final Jeopardy! question right, the crew talks McDonaldland characters, specifically Grimace, Jonathan Greenard calls in

You didn't ask, but we answered. Today, Blaise and Abigail break down the purple McDonaldland character taking the baseball world by storm. Who is Grimace? How many Grimaces roam the world? What does Grimace have to do with the Mets and strategic communication? Listen 'till the end to find out. But first, the hosts discuss Robert Saleh's departure and the Steelers' QB room, and they amplify many communities' resilient response to the recent hurricanes.

Pete for three... BANG!Is this real life? Am I in McDonaldland? Join us this week as we recap an exciting Wild Card series with the Brewers and the most impossible, redemptive endings in Mets history. We also look ahead to an NLDS with the Phillies that's sure to bring the thrills. LFGM

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This week on Seddy Bimco Part Two The Revenge, We visit Delaware The state where they filmed Mayor Cupcake! Links: https://linktr.ee/seddybimco Links: https://linktr.ee/seddybimcoLinks: https://linktr.ee/seddybimcoFollow Tim on letterboxd! See the Seddy Bimco watchlist!Email us at seddybimcoe@gmail.com Most art by Tim HamiltonMusic by Tim HamiltonCheck out the Seddy website. Links: https://linktr.ee/seddybimcoCheck out George O'Connor's books: https://www.georgeoconnorbooks.com/Check out Tim Hamilton's books: https://timhamiltonrwf.gumroad.com/Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.In this episode, Tim and George discuss the movie Mayor Cupcake and share interesting facts about Delaware. They talk about the rivalry between Mayor McCheese and McNuggets, the McDonaldland characters, and the strange flags of Delaware. They also discuss trivia nights, the Lawrence Welk show, and the challenges of finding movies filmed in Delaware. They explore the history of Bridgeville and the annual Pumpkin Chunkin Festival. The episode ends with a brief synopsis of the movie Mayor Cupcake. Mayor Cupcake is a clean, family-friendly movie with wacky characters and a small-town setting. The main character, Mary Maloney, is a famous baker in a town of 2000 people. The movie revolves around an election for mayor and the challenges Mary faces as she navigates her personal and professional life. The film features Leah Thompson and Judd Nelson, who bring their own charm to the story. While the movie may not have a deep plot, it offers light-hearted entertainment for a specific audience. In this part of the conversation, Tim and George discuss various subtopics related to the movie 'Mayor Cupcake'. They talk about the character Grundle, the meaning of the term 'grundle', and the reasons why Judd Nelson's character plays the harmonica on the toilet. They also discuss the scene where the mayor chokes on a cupcake and dies, and the various ways in which Mary tries to improve the town as mayor. The conversation ends with a discussion about the meeting between Mary and Grundle, where he threatens her and she agrees to appoint him as deputy mayor. In this final part of the conversation, Tim and George discuss the ending of the movie Mayor Cupcake and share their thoughts on its overall quality. They also share some funny moments and jokes from the film. The conversation then transitions to discussing the next movie they will be reviewing, which is called Bog and was filmed in Wisconsin. They end the conversation by encouraging listeners to follow them on social media and share the podcast with others. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a Text Message.Don't catch dysentery on the Oregon Trail. What spelled doom for McDonaldland? Some of the most accomplished musicians nominated for a Golden Raspberry Award.Episode 153 brings all the nostalgia you could possibly want.The show kicks off with a favorite memory of many school-aged kids of the 1980s and 1990s. Oregon Trail was more than just a fun game that taught kids to avoid dysentery and to watch out for broken wagon wheels on the prairie. It was an educational game that helped teach critical thinking and encourage social interaction. We will take a deeper look at this classic game. Years ago fast food restaurants catered toward the younger generation with colorful characters and bright cheery facades of their buildings. No establishment epitomized this as much as McDonald's. In the 1970s they revolutionized the way fast food was sold with their unique, and a bit trippy, McDonaldland. Then slowly it faded away. We go way Back In the Day to look at the events that led to the demise of McDonaldland.Even the greatest of the great can have off days or perceived off days. In the new Top 5 we will look at some of the most beloved and accomplished musical acts ever, who also just happened to have been nominated for a Razzie Award for Worst Song.There is also a new This Week In History and Time Capsule centered around the first official Tom and Jerry cartoon.For more great content become a subscriber on Patreon!Helpful Links from this EpisodeThe Lady of the Dunes.comPurchase My New Book Cape Cod Beyond the Beach!In My Footsteps: A Cape Cod Travel Guide(2nd Edition)Hooked By Kiwi - Etsy.comWear Your Wish.com - Clothing, Accessories, and moreDJ Williams MusicKeeKee's Cape Cod KitchenChristopher Setterlund.comCape Cod Living - Zazzle StoreSubscribe on YouTube!Initial Impressions 2.0 BlogShelter of the Monument Book - Yvonne DeSousa.comThe Oregon Trail GameListen to Episode 152 here Support the Show.

This is Grimace's team now, okay? Join us this week as we discuss the Mets back from the dead, playing with passion, and winning games. In the second half (25:15) we ask a trivia question - how many McDonaldland characters can you name? We also talk about hitting, pitching, roster additions, and lineup moves.

Today's podcast is titled, “Conversation with Twins, Ed and Fred Farran.” Recorded in 1987, identical twin brothers, Ed and Fred Farran discuss “twin” feelings and how to make a career in music. They share degrees from the University of Michigan, membership in the university's Glee Club, and The Arbors–a professional vocal quartet. Ed Farran is also a composer of some of the McDonaldland jingles. Listen now, and don't forget to subscribe to get updates each week for the Free To Choose Media Podcast.

Badabababa, we're watching it! This week we delve into the lost promotional media “The Wacky Adventures of Ronald McDonald”! We're talking about how wacky these adventures are, what the point of these promo episodes could possibly be, and Grimace's culture! Also we're creating worlds!If you like the show, don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe. Follow our bluesky @nationofanimation and our Instagram and Twitter @cartoonbookclub, and follow our hosts @thebrookesmith and @ryanwithcheese on Twitter&brookeerinsmith.comryangstevens.com&Support secret projects on Venmo @nationofanimationBIG THANKS TO:Jacob Menke for our themeFollow them @menkemaster&Urvashi Lele for our art Learn more about Urvashi Lele's animations by visiting http://www.sirpeagreenstudios.com and follow their endeavors on instagram at @sirpeagreen and @maisonaudmi& a very special thanks to:Klasky Csupo! Thanks for inviting us on these wacky adventures and all the other adventures produced through our childhood!The State of Animation is wacky!Episodes we talked about: The Legend of Grimace IslandThe Monster O' McDonaldland LochReal World Recs:Brooke: Babel by R.F. KuangRyan: Are you Afraid of the Dark Universe? The PodcastThis podcast is a part of Audio Mint. If you want to follow us, check us out on Instagram(@audiomintchi) or on Facebook, at Audio Mint. If you wanna support us even more, check out our Patreon by searching Audio Mint on the app or the website!

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Chas & Dr Dave discuss The Everyman of McDonaldland, The 'Mouse Trap' Prosecution Strategy, and THAT IS BAIT! 5:43 - Grateful For (Blazing Saddles/Neil's Present/PEPFAR) 12:48 - Correspondence (Biden SOTU/Willy Wonka/CNNNN/Obama's DNC/Judge Cannon/Adam Sandler/TikTok) 39:21 - Kevin Rudd and Trump 58:05 - Trump Legals (Bragg Trial Delayed) 1:04:22 - Trump Legals (Trump Can't Pay His Bond) 1:14:23 - Trump Legals (Navarro Going To Jail) 1:17:17 - Paul Manafort's Return 1:20:38 - Trump Legals (Suing Stephanopoulos) 1:29:48 - Trump Legals (14th Amendment Update) 1:30:40 - Elections (No Labels) 1:31:38 - Elections (Ohio Republican Primary) 1:44:14 - Elections (Pence/Young Non-Endorsements) 1:50:06 - Biden v Netanyahu 2:06:47 - Chas Unleashed: Judicial Shopping (Update) 2:10:20 - Chas Unleashed: Fani Willis Ruling (Update) 2:18:51 - Chas Unleashed: Merrick Garland's 2021-22 2:25:01 - Chas Unleashed: Biden Special Counsel Transcript/Hearing 2:55:38 - Chas Unleashed: Stats Nugget (Shootings)

Do you believe in magic? Well at one point, McDonald's did! This week on Puppet Masters of None, Ben and Will discuss the iconic characters of McDonald's advertising campaign, McDonaldland. From Grimace, to The Hamburglar to the legendary clown himself, Ronald McDonald and friends brought so much joy and happiness to millions of kids in the later half of the 20th century.  Join us as we recount the rise and fall of these famous televsion spots, and stick around for our first bonus Puppet Soapbox rant from Ben! Robble Robble!Join the discussion on our discord! https://discord.gg/JDtWJrhPF6 Follow us on twitter @PMoNPodcast and  Instagram and Threads @puppetmastersofnoneFind out more about the puppet masters on our website: https://puppetmastersofnone.wixsite.com/puppetmastersofnoneOriginal Music Composed by Taetro. @Taetro  https://www.taetro.com/

Embark on an out-of-this-world CULINARY MISSION with us as we unveil MCDONALD'S latest venture: CosMc's!

Matt and Kevin explore the history of McDonaldland Playlands, unique McDonalds locations, and all your friends from the McDonaldland fantasy world, including Ronald, Grimace, Birdie, Hamburglar and more! SUPPORT THE SHOW! As we move to conlude our seventh season of the 3028, we thank you for your support through the last several years. We are, as we note during the show, listener supported, so we would absolutely love your monetary donation. If you want to support our efforts, you can leave a donation via PAYPAL or VENMO. If you or your friends are looking for new or updated graphic design for a hobby or business, Kevin is now taking commissions HERE. You can submit your idea and receive a free, no-obligation quote. If you can dream it, Kevin can design it!

McDonald's marketing engine has been on overdrive since Q2 2020, when CEO Chris Kempczinski said the company was going to leverage a $200 million “marketing war chest” to accelerate pandemic recovery and “get aggressive in going after share.”The company has since given us Famous Meals, kicked off with Travis Scott, Cactus Plant Flea Market adult Happy Meals, and an organic response to the Grimace Shake Challenge. It's produced McDonaldland character Crocs , a VIP McGold Card, a global FIFA World Cup campaign, and “The person who runs the McDonald's account.” This “war chest” has gotten us all talking, has kept McDonald's top of mind for Gen Z consumers, and has generated traffic, sales and, according to executives, more market share indeed.

It's a new week, meaning new opportunities in the retail auto industry. Today we're covering why EVs cost more to repair than ICE vehicles, Northwood University's new Master's Degree, and McDonald's new restaurant spinoff.Electric vehicles (EVs) are proving costly to repair after accidents, surprising many owners with high bills and extended repair times.A recent Wall Street Journal article said that repairs for EVs are generally more expensive than gas vehicles due to the need for more replacement parts, complexity, and fewer specialized repair shops.On average, EVs cost $6,587 to repair post-collision, versus $4,215 for traditional vehicles, with insurance premiums also being higher for EV owners ($357/month for EVs vs. $248/month for ICE).Special considerations like lithium-ion battery risks and the use of exotic materials like aluminum in EVs add to repair costs and complexity.According  Scott MacFiggen's neighbor backed into his R1T pickup truck last summer, he faced a $22,000 repair bill and 2½ months wait, reflecting a common trend among EV owners.Despite current challenges, signs point to potential cost reductions as spare parts supply increases and more repair shops gain expertise.“People are used to hearing that EVs have fewer parts than a combustion vehicle, but that is not the case in collision repair,” - Marc Fredman, Chief Strategy Officer, CCC Intelligent Solutions.Our friends at Northwood University are launching a first-ever specialized Master of Science in Organizational Leadership, which will provide in-depth exploration of auto industry-specific challenges and leadership skills.Features automotive-focused readings and cases, interactive and experiential learning scenariosFrom the Auto Remarketing article: The program, designed for participants with diverse auto industry experiences, offers a path for graduates of Northwood's automotive marketing management and automotive aftermarket management programs, creating “a unified and comprehensive educational journey,” Northwood said in a news release.Flexible 24 month online format w classes starting on Jan 15th. McDonald's is further unveiling CosMc's, a secretive new restaurant spinoff, stirring intrigue and speculation in the fast-food industry and from one influential tik-tockerBased on a little-known McDonaldland character from the late '80s, CosMc's aims to blend McDonald's core essence with a distinct personality.The first presumed location is in Bolingbrook, Illinois, where a retro-style building and multiple drive-thru lanes can now be seen, hinting at a focus on quick service.Social media buzz suggests a shift towards McCafe-style offerings over traditional fast food, potentially challenging Starbucks.McDonald's has kept details under wraps, planning to reveal more during its investor day conference.Hosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle MountsierGet the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email ASOTU Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/automotivestateoftheunion

Episode 721 (27 mins 28 secs) Albert tells Jiaming his experience seeing the Cybertronic Spree, Mac Sabbath, and Playboy Manbaby in concert at the Vermont Hollywood. Why wouldn't you want to see a live show where rock bands dressed as Transformers characters and McDonaldland characters? Give Thanks! Show Notes and Contact Info can be found at… https://www.whowhatwhereswhy.com/stuffjunk/2023/11/22/721

Come with us on a magical journey through the world of Ronald, Grimace, Birdie, The Hamburglar, and all of their friends in McDonaldland!

Nick welcomes Marnie Shure, the Managing Editor of the food website "The Takeout," to the podcast, and they discuss the fact that McDonald's is loving the creepy Grimace videos all over the internet, that there are just way too many Subway franchises in America, and that State Fair Food is insane. Plus, Nick and Marnie taste test some weird animal-free gummies, and review some new horror movies. Then, Esmeralda Leon and Nick have a delightful conversation about the terrifying world of McDonaldLand and the horrifying world of 70's children's TV, the complicated topic of Eyebrow Technology, and the difference between Donald Westlake and Donald Stephens. Oh, and also, how Phil Collins looks a lot like Charlie Brown. [Ep167]

The guys open up the test kitchen in this very special episode, plus learn a lot of awesome facts about not only Grimace, but the entire McDonaldland cast.GRIMACE PISS RECIPE1.5oz/45ml Vodka1oz Creme de Cassis (or similar purple berry liqueur)Top up with Mountain DewRecipe via Mike Hanford Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're celebrating the life and times of the big purple guy everybody can't get enough of, Grimace. He may not be the coolest guy in McDonaldland and it's weird that he starts every sentence he says with "Duhhhhh", but he's A-OK in our book. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this 370th episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano explains how he is a longtime fan of McDonaldland’s Grimace, so he had to try the new purple, birthday milkshake!

Recently, McDonalds released a purple Grimace milkshake for Grimace's birthday. You can only buy it as part of a combo meal, and there is so much lore behind Grimace. Listen to this episode hosted by Rachel Teichman, LMSW and Victor Varnado, KSN to learn more! Produced by Victor Varnado & Rachel TeichmanFull Wikipedia & news article here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/McDonaldland#External_linksWE APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT ON PATREON!https://www.patreon.com/wikilistenpodcastFind us on social media!https://www.facebook.com/WikiListenInstagram @WikiListenTwitter @Wiki_ListenYoutubeGet bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster HBOMax's rebranding as Max and take a deep dive into the stable of characters that make up McDonaldland. Then, the boys play a rousing game of Guess Who's Coming with ChatGPT as the special third player. Will they be able to defeat the A.I. or has it grown too powerful? Later, the gang sit down to watch early 00s high school drama Boston Public and wonder why more TV shows don't include F plots. ★ Support this podcast ★

Back in the day, if you watched any television, it was hard to avoid Ronald McDonald and his McDonaldland friends. Every time you turned the channel, you'd see Mayor McCheese, Grimace, and the Hamburglar. But most of them disappeared years ago. You might see them on a Happy Meal box or in the Play Place, but they haven't been on TV in years. But that's about the change, as the Hamburglar will soon make a return... Click Here To Subscribe Apple PodcastsSpotifyAmazon MusicGoogle PodcastsTuneIniHeartRadioPandoraDeezerBlubrryBullhornCastBoxCastrofyyd.deGaanaiVooxListen NotesmyTuner RadioOvercastOwlTailPlayer.fmPocketCastsPodbayPodbeanPodcast AddictPodcast IndexPodcast RepublicPodchaserPodfanPodtailRadio PublicRadio.comReason.fmRSSRadioVurblWe.foYandex jQuery(document).ready(function($) { 'use strict'; $('#podcast-subscribe-button-13292 .podcast-subscribe-button.modal-64f25dac74d08').on("click", function() { $("#secondline-psb-subs-modal.modal-64f25dac74d08.modal.secondline-modal-64f25dac74d08").modal({ fadeDuration: 250, closeText: '', }); return false; }); });

Al and Val are joined by pal Sam to return to Halloweentown...oops no go to Halloweentown High...oops they're not at Halloweentown High...what is happening in this movie? We don't know, but Lucas Grabeel is in it.Halloweentown High (October 8, 2004)IMDB WikipediaDirected by Mark A.Z. Dippé (Pixel Perfect - mostly VFX credits)Written by Paul Bernbaum (Halloweentowns) & Dan Berendson (Up Up and Away, Scream Team, Eddie's Million Dollar Cookoff, Stuck in the Suburbs, Twitches, Twitches Two, Cheetah Girls: One World, Hannah Montana movie, Wizards of Waverly Place the movie, Camp Rock 2, Sabrina the Teenage Witch)Starring: Kimberly J. Brown as Marnie Piper (Halloweentown, Quints, a lot of soaps)Debbie Reynolds as Agatha "Aggie" Cromwell (Singing in the Rain, The Unsinkable Molly Brown, The Debbie Reynolds Show, Rugrats, Will & Grace)Judith Hoag as Gwen Piper (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Armageddon, Big Love, Nashville, The Magicians)Joey Zimmerman as Dylan Piper (mostly stopped acting)Emily Roeske as Sophie Piper (doesn't act)Finn Wittrock as Cody Trainer (Unbroken, My All American, The Big Short, La La Land, Landline, American Crime Story, If Beale Street Could Talk, Judy, American Horror Story, Ratched)Clifton Davis as Principal Phil Flannigan (Amen, Any Given Sunday, Max Keebles Big Move, Madam Secretary, Godfather of Harlem)Lucas Grabeel as Ethan Dalloway (Return to Halloweentown, HSM 1-3, Milk, Switched at Birth, Family Guy, HSM the Musical the Series)Eliana Reyes as Cassie (almost no other credits - stopped in 2006)Michael Flynn as Edgar Dalloway (Halloween 4, Everwood, one ep of HSMTMTS)Olesya Rulin as Natalie (Hounded, Poof Point, HSM 1-3, Greek, NCIS LA) Todd Michael Schwartzman as Pete (HSM is only other credit)Frank Welker provided special vocal effects (Fred on Scooby Doo, Dr. Claw on Inspector Gadget, Megatron on Transformers, Hefty & Poet on The Smurfs, Ducktales, Alvin & the Chipmunks, Talespin, The Real Ghostbusters, Kermit on Muppet Babies, Darkwing Duck, Tiny Toon Adventures, Garfield & Friends, Pocahontas, Mortal Kombat, Aladdin TV Series, Captain Planet, Independence Day, Space Jam, Mars Attacks, George of the Jungle, The Mask TV Show, 101 Dalmations TV Show, Animaniacs, Mulan, Pinky & The Brain, Hercules TV Series & Video Game, Timon & Pumba TV Show, Buzz Lightyear Star Command, Recess, Tarzan TV Shows, The Mummy Returns, Dexter's Laboratory, House of Mouse, New York Minute, Johnny Bravo, Kingdom Hearts 1 & 2, Lilo & Stitch TV Show, Kim Possible, George in Curious George, McDonaldland, Shrek Forever After, Toy Story 3, World of Warcraft, Futurama, Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, The Simpsons)Synopsis: Marnie organises a student exchange programme between her mortal school and the Halloweentown High. The first students to participate in this programme are a witch, a warlock, a troll and an ogre.Fun Facts: Made it more family friendly when II got criticism for being too darkEmily Roeske's last film / Lucas Grabeel's first filmNext Movie: Now You See It ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

This week, the club dreamed about life in the big city of London! Except it was McDonaldland and it was a little more messed up. Hope this episode doesn't make you grimace!  Join us on Discord and follow the show on social media: Facebook | TikTok | Instagram Find us on your favorite platforms at www.bettermovieclub.com!  Get bonus content by supporting our Patreon! Buy merch here! Check out Dungeon Auditor's Guild here! Check out MTGeniuses on Spotify here, Apple podcasts here, or grab the RSS feed for your favorite podcasting app! 

What's up, dudes? Remember McDonald's at Christmas in the '80s? They had the coolest stuff! My friends Vinnie Brezinsky from Huey and Bax and Kristin Seering from Holidays After Dark joined me to reminisce about the awesome tie-ins, the commercials, and the McNuggets! Gotta have the McNuggets! Yes, McDonald's Christmas was something else. From introducing brand new sauces to showing Scrooge throwing a fancy Christmas party, we had it all! Ronald helps a little boy ice skate, convinces Lindsey to stay with her folks, and rescues a fallen star! And all the tie-ins were rad!  "Santa Claus: The Movie" and "Little Mermaid" and "Muppet Babies!" Oh my! So grab your McNugget gift certificates, hop in your Fry Kid sleigh, and head to McDonaldland for this episode all about McDonald's Christmas!   Holidays After DarkIG: @holidayspodcastTwitter: @holidayspodcastCheck us out on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Totally Rad Christmas Mall & Arcade, Teepublic.com, or TotallyRadChristmas.com! Later, dudes!

Hey everybody did you hear the news? It's time to put on your adventure shoes for our last ever episode of "The Wacky Adventures of Ronald McDonald" on bonus episodes of "TV Talk". In our last adventure titled "The Monster O' McDonaldLand Loch", Ronald and gang take us to Scotland to visit Sundae's cousin, and along the way meet money hungry artists, play the bagpipes, wear kilts, and find a friendly monster who is just misunderstood (and no I am not talking about Grimace). Which member of the gang cannot keep a secret? Have you seen the new adult Happy Meals? And why is Grimace the mom to 12 lambs? Tune in this week to find out all this and more, but only on "The Good, The Bad, & The Movies"! P.S. Check out these other links to stay connected with TGTBTM: Discord: https://discord.gg/rKuMYcKv Youtube: https://youtu.be/-8APFIDsG_w --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tgtbtm/message

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We wrap a fun week of bye week shows with former Gamecocks receiver Michael Flint breaking down Carolina's 24-14 win at Kentucky last Saturday, plus loads of interaction and a thought that Mayor McCheese may just be the problem in McDonaldland. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It is I, the Hamburglar! Where is MeganBob? Safe and content, I assure you. True, after they plumbed the depths of their desire for commercial mascots in this episode,  I whisked them away to my personal playplace in a secluded corner of McDonaldland. But, for once, I have not played the villain -- even I cannot robble what is freely given. Still, they are indisposed, so there will be no episode description today, but rather a cautionary tale. In this episode, Meganbob, Hub, Kit Mulkerin, and James D'Amato dared to seek their boners in my world, the world of capitalism's most beloved and seductive avatars -- like me, the Hamburglar! In the chaos that ensued, Chester Cheetah pushed Kit's love for Flamin' Hot Cheetos to the limit; James fell to the allure of a bathhouse where Tony the Tiger rubs shoulders with Mr. Clean; and all were left to wonder what darkness hides behind the hungry eyes of Poppin' Fresh. I return now to my lavish hideaway, where my lover's buns await my covetous touch. Whether you listen to this episode is your own affair. You know the risks, if ever one of these rakish brand representatives has persuaded you to give in to a base desire for Froot Loops, or the fantasy of effortless toilet cleaning. Know that other urges, too, may strike like thieves in the night... and I assure you, there is nothing so easily stolen as a heart. Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/funk-me License code: PY3X4XBA59ZDUAVZ https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/funky-junk License code: KIXMIV9S2VDVUHLW https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/the-gentleman License code: UWXG3BXPCASTYIHY https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/lets-get-it License code: MGTNINNDEXYJBAZQ https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/high-life License code: GE9B1XIV9R1VKMML https://uppbeat.io/t/doug-organ/boogie-time License code: QOVELAYOE1SDZQ4Y https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/the-brighton-bop License code: VWDJ4C60GOAIPACW https://uppbeat.io/t/jonny-boyle/jazzed License code: AVN7XPXUBHDBHFAM https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/wake-me-up License code: SPHCZLRSPZNRUK7R

It's time for the rise of the little guys! This week, Al is picking out McDonaldland's best and brightest, and pushing them to the side so that they and Courtney can focus on that most tantalizing “other.” Plus, the Pufnstuf Debacle, New Jersey pier pressure, and what you may be surprised to find that you have in common with brand mascots! Main Ad: https://youtu.be/dPNT2GqMICc Local Ad: https://youtu.be/rV24fyeY8VI Sources: https://www.adcreeps.gay/sources-1/230-iamhungry

This week, there is much to be said about cheese as well as Trailer Park Boys, Call the Midwife, Decked Out, McDonaldland characters, Moon Knight, Star Trek, Windover Productions, Sandwiches revisited, Wonder no more, Avatar 2, the special K closes, the return of Daredevil, Watts to Wars, Rick and Morty anime, new haptic embellishments for VR, Ballantine's goes Borderlands and Red Light/Green Light featuring: Prepping for the... SQUIRREL, Project Nemesis, Married... With Children, and Screw You Guys. Someone fix the ice cream machine, it's time for a Geekshock!

Which CCU team should get our backing? In the latest installment of Nonsense VC!, Jess pitches Cereal Cinematic Universes to Joey. They talk about Kellogg's vs. General Mills, character strength, biome corners, villains, tummy troubles, and the rampant commingling of ice cream and cereal. They don't talk about cereal commas. references The lineup card: Kellogg's vs. General Mills Yesterworld: The History & Downfall of McDonaldland and the Disney-McDonalds Happy Meal The Wacky Adventures Of Ronald McDonald: THE COMPLETE SERIES! The A.V. Club: A thorough history of Honeycomb's bygone mascot monster "currently on leave" and "previously a dog" Teen Vogue: Ben & Jerry's Now Makes Cereal-Flavored Ice Cream See also: Fruity Pebbles, Cocoa Pebbles, Lucky Charms, and Cinnamon Toast Crunch ice creams The limited edition Cocoa Puffs Neopolitan colorway: a review Peeps cereal: a review Ice Cream Pebbles cereal: a review Look away, Joey: Cereal ice cream sandwiches