Jim and Lauren serve up a feast of Disney news, collectibles, and one unforgettable personal tale.

Recap of Disney’s quarterly earnings call, including streaming’s first profitable quarter
Details on Hulu’s full integration into Disney+ by 2026 and the shift away from subscriber count reporting
Hidden perks for Disney+ subscribers, including a free D23 Gold membership and exclusive sweepstakes
A first look at “Single Riders” – a dating app for Disney and theme park fans
Disney’s latest collectible craze from Japan: Rupoka-chan
Jim shares his career origin story, starting with a phone call about Donald Duck that led to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and a 40-year career covering the Disney Company

From industry insights to adorable merch and a behind-the-scenes career journey, this episode is packed with stories you won’t want to miss.

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