Jim Hill’s Big Break and his Untold Origin Story (Ep. 60)

Jim and Lauren serve up a feast of Disney news, collectibles, and one unforgettable personal tale.
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Recap of Disney’s quarterly earnings call, including streaming’s first profitable quarter
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Details on Hulu’s full integration into Disney+ by 2026 and the shift away from subscriber count reporting
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Hidden perks for Disney+ subscribers, including a free D23 Gold membership and exclusive sweepstakes
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A first look at “Single Riders” – a dating app for Disney and theme park fans
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Disney’s latest collectible craze from Japan: Rupoka-chan
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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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