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How Mary Poppins Rewrote Disney History: A Conversation with Todd James Pierce (Ep. 74)
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How Mary Poppins Rewrote Disney History: A Conversation with Todd James Pierce (Ep. 74)
Disney merch meets Disney history this week as Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey unpack the newest releases tied to Zootopia 2 before shifting gears into a deep dive on one of the most pivotal films in studio history. Then, Disney historian and author Todd James Pierce joins the show to share how Mary Poppins reshaped the future of the company — with behind-the-scenes stories you’ve never heard.
NEWS
The newest Zootopia 2 merch drops at Disney Store and World of Disney, from Judy Hopps Loungefly to new plush and spirit jerseys.
Box-office expectations for the Zootopia sequel as it heads into Thanksgiving weekend.
A first look at Disneyland’s odd and delightful new souvenir guide.
Disney’s unexpected collaboration with Formula One.
FEATURE
Interview: Todd James Pierce — The Making of Mary Poppins and How It Transformed Disney
How the 1964 classic became the studio’s turning point during Walt’s most ambitious era.
Julie Andrews, Hayley Mills furniture, and other wonderfully strange details from Todd’s research.
Why Mary Poppins helped fund the expansion that made Walt Disney World possible.
The years-long archival detective work that went into Todd’s book.
Walt’s evolving creative priorities — and how this single film changed everything.
Guest
Todd James Pierce
Website: toddjamespierce.com
Podcast: Disney History Institute
Books: Three Years in Wonderland, The Life and Times of Ward Kimball,
The Making of Mary Poppins and How It Transformed Disney
Hosts
Jim Hill
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Lauren Hersey
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Producer Credits
Edited by Dave Grey
Produced by Eric Hersey — Strong Minded Agency
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The Jim Hill Media Podcast Network
The Jim Hill Media Podcast Network features weekly shows hosted by Jim Hill and his collaborators. The lineup includes The Disney Dish with Len Testa, Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor, Epic Universal Podcast with Eric Hersey, I Want That Too with Lauren Hersey, Marvel Us Disney with Dan Graney, The Case For with Chris Cox, and more. Each series offers industry reporting, history, analysis, and insider stories spanning Disney, Universal, animation, film, streaming, and themed entertainment. With over 25 years of online storytelling and thousands of hours of content, the network delivers trusted, in-depth coverage for fans, enthusiasts, and industry professionals.
