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Marvel Us Disney

Marvel Us Disney

By: Jim Hill Media Podcast Network
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Marvel Us Disney takes you inside the Marvel corner of The Walt Disney Company. Hosted by entertainment writer Jim Hill and pop culture enthusiast Dan Graney, each episode explores the stories behind the Marvel Cinematic Universe, comics, TV series, and theme park projects. From breaking down the latest Marvel Studios releases to uncovering the hidden history of your favorite heroes and villains, Jim and Dan provide unique insights, analysis, and behind-the-scenes details that fans won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you’re a longtime comic reader, a Disney parks fan, or just love the MCU, this podcast connects the dots between Marvel and Disney in ways that are both entertaining and informative.Copyright Jim Hill Media 2025 Art
Episodes
  • Is Marvel Building a New Street-Level Saga? (Ep. 15)

    Is Marvel Building a New Street-Level Saga? (Ep. 15)
    Apr 15 2026
    Jim Hill and Dan Graney dig into a week where Marvel quietly laid out the ingredients for something bigger, from Daredevil: Born Again’s turning point episode to new hints about Spider-Man, the Punisher, and the future of the MCU’s street-level storytelling. Along the way, they unpack surprising performance data, X-Men developments, and what might actually be driving Marvel’s next saga. It’s a wide-ranging conversation that connects Disney+, the big screen, and even the theme parks into one evolving strategy. HIGHLIGHTS • Daredevil: Born Again Episode 4 signals a major tonal shift, with Kingpin’s story heading into darker territory • Jon Bernthal’s Punisher return gains new weight, including creative input and ties to upcoming MCU projects • Rumors of a Daredevil movie suggest Marvel may be building toward a street-level crossover event • She-Hulk: Attorney at Law may have performed better than expected, despite online fan narratives • The Avengers’ reduced presence raises questions about who is actually steering the MCU right now • Spider-Man: Brand New Day reshoots hint at tonal adjustments as Marvel balances grounded storytelling with humor • X-Men reboot details point to a more character-driven, long-term storytelling approach • From Disney+ QR codes to podcasts, Marvel is experimenting with ways to deepen audience engagement FOLLOW • Facebook: ⁠JimHillMediaNews⁠ • Instagram: ⁠JimHillMedia⁠ • TikTok: ⁠JimHillMedia⁠ SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at ⁠Patreon.com/JimHillMedia⁠. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - ⁠Strong Minded Agency⁠ SPONSOR Unlock savings on Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando tickets at ⁠UnlockedMagic.com⁠ - powered by the team behind DVC Rental Store and DVC Resale Market. Save up to 12% and make your next trip more affordable. If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, ⁠reach out today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    32 mins
  • Marvel’s Street-Level Strategy Takes Shape as Doomsday Looms (Ep. 14)

    Marvel’s Street-Level Strategy Takes Shape as Doomsday Looms (Ep. 14)
    Apr 1 2026
    Jim Hill and Dan Graney unpack a pivotal week for Marvel, where shifting strategies across film and Disney+ suggest a more deliberate long-term plan. From the rising importance of street-level heroes like Daredevil and the Punisher to the competitive pressure building around Avengers: Doomsday, this episode connects the dots between release dates, character focus, and Marvel’s evolving storytelling approach. Along the way, they also explore what’s missing from the MCU - and why that might matter more than what’s already arrived. NEWS • Avengers: Doomsday faces growing competition, with major franchises positioning themselves for a crowded theatrical window • Spider-Man: Brand New Day teaser surpasses 1 billion views, signaling massive audience anticipation • Marvel adjusts long-term release calendar, pushing a 2028 film and staking out multiple 2029 dates • DC accelerates its interconnected universe plans with new Green Lantern-focused teaser developments • Ryan Coogler’s Sinners success highlights creative crossovers with Marvel’s stalled Blade project FEATURE • Marvel’s “street-level” strategy comes into focus with Daredevil, Punisher, and Spider-Man forming a connected narrative run • Disney+ decisions (Daredevil Season 2, Wonder Man renewal) suggest strategy over pure viewership metrics • The Punisher special, “One Last Kill,” anchors a darker, more grounded tone within the MCU • Rumored deprioritization of legacy characters like Ant-Man signals a shift toward new focal points • A shelved Damage Control series may still play a key role in introducing mutants to the MCU HOSTS • Jim Hill - IG: @JimHillMedia | X: @JimHillMedia | Website: JimHillMedia.com • Dan Graney - YouTube: @TheHubbubbery | Facebook: /thehubbubbery | Website: thehubbubbery.com FOLLOW • Facebook: JimHillMediaNews • Instagram: JimHillMedia • TikTok: JimHillMedia SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at Patreon.com/JimHillMedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - Strong Minded Agency SPONSOR Unlock savings on Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando tickets at UnlockedMagic.com - powered by the team behind DVC Rental Store and DVC Resale Market. Save up to 12% and make your next trip more affordable. If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    36 mins
  • Heat, Heroes, and Half-Built Avengers Campus (Ep. 13)

    Heat, Heroes, and Half-Built Avengers Campus (Ep. 13)
    Mar 19 2026
    Jim Hill and Dan Graney finally record face-to-face from Anaheim, sharing a sun-scorched Disneyland trip, firsthand impressions of Avengers Campus, and a candid look at what’s working - and what’s not. From ride reactions to walkaround characters and future Marvel attractions, this vacation edition mixes on-the-ground observations with big-picture theme park thinking. Plus, Jim reports in from the Academy Museum and a surprising Marvel presence, while both weigh in on the evolving entertainment landscape beyond the parks. HIGHLIGHTS • Dan shares his updated take on Avengers Campus, including Web Slingers, character encounters, and why the land still feels incomplete without a true E-ticket attraction • A brutally hot Disneyland visit reveals how extreme weather impacts guest experience, ride decisions, and character availability • Guardians of the Galaxy: Mission Breakout continues to impress with its pre-show, even as the ride experience proves divisive • Jim breaks down the long-rumored Avengers Campus expansion and why capacity challenges reshaped the original Quinjet ride concept • A visit to the Academy Museum uncovers an unexpected Marvel Studios exhibit alongside classic film history, including props, costumes, and Hulk effects HOSTS • Jim Hill - IG: @JimHillMedia | X: @JimHillMedia | Website: JimHillMedia.com • Dan Graney - YouTube: @TheHubbubbery | Facebook: /thehubbubbery | Website: thehubbubbery.com FOLLOW • Facebook: JimHillMediaNews • Instagram: JimHillMedia • TikTok: JimHillMedia SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at Patreon.com/JimHillMedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - Strong Minded Agency If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    38 mins
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