• Episode 214: Who's Trying To Steal Disney?

  • Mar 30 2024
  • Length: 27 mins
  • Podcast

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Episode 214: Who's Trying To Steal Disney?

  • Summary

  • On today's episode, Brian and Mandy dive deep into the geeky abyss with discussions spanning from eye-catching trailers like 'The Penguin' and the much-anticipated 'Doctor Who' Season 1 to pondering the future of the DC Universe with 'Joker 2' and Batman delays. They share their thoughts on the nostalgia-packed 'Ghostbusters' and the newest animated tales in 'X-Men 97', reflecting on how these favorites from the past have been reimagined for today's audiences. The meaty part of the chat, however, unveils the unfolding drama around Disney potentially facing a hostile takeover by Nelson Peltz and Trian Partners. They unpack the stakes, the strategies at play, and the buzz around what this means for Disney's creative direction, especially regarding Marvel's inclusion and diversity controversies. Through laughs and lively debate, Brian and Mandy tackle the critical question: will corporate greed overshadow artistic integrity in the House of Mouse? 00:00 Opening 00:44 Trailer Talks: Penguin and Doctor Who's Latest Glimpses 04:54 Ghostbusters: Nostalgia, Reviews, and Future Prospects 07:33 Box Office Battles and the Summer Movie Season Outlook 09:22 X-Men 97 and the Evolution of Animated Storytelling 12:40 Exploring the Spider-Verse: A Mini Movie Surprise 14:12 The Disney Takeover Drama: Stakeholders, Strategies, and Speculations 26:08 Closing Thoughts
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