Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor
Jim and Drew break down the animation world frame by frame, until you get the singular picture. If you love Disney animation, Pixar, and the classics that were hand sketched, or built out of 1's and 0's in a computer, this is the podcast that draws you in.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 42 minutes
- Episodes
- 327
- Years Active
- 2018 - 2025
From Venice to Toronto: Festival Favorites and Fall Film Buzz (Ep. 323)
Awards season is heating up, and Jim Hill and Drew Taylor are here to break it all down. From the Venice Film Festival and TIFF premieres to box office shocks and studio shakeups, this episode dives …
00:48:01 |
Tue 09 Sep 2025
Inside Netflix’s Biggest Animated Hit and What’s Next for Aardman & Pixar (Ep. 322)
Jim Hill and Drew Taylor kick off September with a packed episode of Fine Tooning, covering the biggest stories in the world of animation:
The record-shattering success of KPop Demon Hunters on …
00:47:17 |
Tue 02 Sep 2025
Box Office Surprises, “KPop Demon Hunters” Rise, and Muppets on Broadway (Ep. 321)
Jim Hill is solo this week and breaks down the end of the 2025 summer movie season and why traditional blockbusters are struggling at the box office. From shocking second-weekend drop-offs to Netflix…
00:38:59 |
Tue 26 Aug 2025
The Voice of Your Childhood: Jim Cummings Joins Fine Tooning (Ep. 320)
Jim Hill and Drew Taylor return with a packed episode of Fine Tooning, highlighted by an interview with legendary voice actor Jim Cummings. From Pooh and Tigger to Darkwing Duck, Jim shares behind-th…
00:46:26 |
Tue 19 Aug 2025
From Dog Stars to “Fixed” and What’s Next for The Bad Guys (Ep. 319)
Jim Hill and Drew Taylor return with another jam-packed episode of Fine Tooning, covering everything from Sirius the Dog Star to the latest in animated film and TV news. This week’s stories span box …
00:44:41 |
Tue 12 Aug 2025
How “The Simpsons” Took Over America (with Author Alan Siegel) (Ep. 318)
Jim Hill and Drew Taylor sit down with Alan Siegel from The Ringer to discuss his new book Stupid TV, Be More Funny: How the Golden Era of The Simpsons Changed Television and America Forever. Togethe…
00:59:13 |
Tue 05 Aug 2025
Chris Sanders Returns for Lilo & Stitch 2 After Billion-Dollar Success (Ep. 317)
In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor wrap up July with box office milestones, Comic-Con exclusives, and some major animation developments:
Chris Sanders returns to write Lil…
00:43:03 |
Tue 29 Jul 2025
Get ready for a very animated San Diego Comic-Con (Ep. 316)
Drew Taylor & Jim Hill start this week’s episode by discussing “Walt Disney – A Magical Life,” that new show at Disneyland Park in Anaheim.
examineThey then look at how Paramount Pictures’ new “Smu…
00:55:24 |
Tue 22 Jul 2025
SpongeBob Returns with Flying Dutchman and a Star-Studded Teaser (Ep. 315)
In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor dig into a wide-ranging conversation about box office trends, Comic-Con reveals, and the growing debate around casting A-list celebrities in …
00:43:22 |
Tue 15 Jul 2025
Jurassic World Breaks Records, Elio Stalls, and Looking Back at 'The Mouse Factory' (Ep. 314)
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:
Uni…
00:51:07 |
Tue 08 Jul 2025
Lilo & Stitch 2 Announced, Elio Holds, and Akira’s Live-Action Deal Expires (Ep. 313)
In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor reunite (despite a case of post-Annecy crud) to cover a wide range of animation and industry news, including:
Disney officially announce…
00:35:24 |
Tue 01 Jul 2025
Annecy, Disneyland Paris, and the Animation News You Missed While Drew Was in France (Ep. 312)
On this week’s jet-lagged edition of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor keep things quick but packed with insight. Drew is back from his travels—and despite the sleep deprivation, he’s ready to r…
00:41:56 |
Tue 24 Jun 2025
Beauty and the Beast at 30, Elio Projections, and the Live-Action Dragon’s Box Office (Ep. 311)
In this solo episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill covers the latest from the animation and box office world while Drew Taylor wraps up his trip to Annecy and Disneyland Paris. This week’s highlights inc…
00:51:57 |
Tue 17 Jun 2025
Lilo & Stitch Still Soars, Dragon Whoppers Reviewed, and Fantasia’s Forgotten Soundtrack (Ep. 310)
In this solo episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill covers a whirlwind of animation news, box office milestones, and fast food tie-ins—while Drew Taylor checks in from Annecy. Topics include:
Disney’…
00:41:21 |
Tue 10 Jun 2025
Pixar’s Elio Revealed, Coco 2 Confirmed & Live-Action Lilo & Stitch Sparks Debate (Ep. 309)
Jim Hill and Drew Taylor unpack the biggest stories in the animation world, including Drew’s visit to Pixar for an exclusive look at Elio. The upcoming original film continues to evolve creatively, n…
00:52:17 |
Tue 03 Jun 2025
Lilo & Stitch Surprises at the Box Office, Toy Story 5 Adds Conan, and Epic Universe Impressions (Ep. 308)
In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor reunite to cover a packed Memorial Day weekend full of animation and theme park headlines, including:
Disney’s Lilo & Stitch stuns with …
00:50:31 |
Tue 27 May 2025
Gumby Turns 70, DreamWorks Eyes Cocomelon, and Peppa Pig Teams Up with Walmart (Ep. 307)
In this solo episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill dives into a packed week of animation news while Drew Taylor covers the opening of Epic Universe in Florida. Topics include:
The 70th anniversary o…
00:41:34 |
Tue 20 May 2025
Lilo & Stitch Controversy, Frozen 3’s Castle Reveal, and Fox Doubles Down on Adult Animation (Ep. 306)
In this solo episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill covers a wide range of animation news and commentary while Drew Taylor is away covering the global premiere of Mission: Impossible 8. Topics include:
…
00:37:36 |
Tue 13 May 2025
Simpsons Renewed Through Season 40, Thunderbolts Tops the Box Office, and Disney’s Broadway Plans (Ep. 305)
In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor explore a wide range of animation and entertainment industry news, including:
The Simpsons, Family Guy, Bob’s Burgers, and American Dad …
00:42:54 |
Tue 06 May 2025
FanFest at Universal Hollywood, King of the Hill Returns, and Animation Highlights from Annécy (Ep. 304)
In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor cover a busy week in animation and theme park news, including:
Drew’s full report from FanFest Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood, in…
00:45:55 |
Tue 29 Apr 2025
Disclaimer: The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are the property of Jim Hill Media Podcast Network. This content is not affiliated with or endorsed by eachpod.com.