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Podcast: The Jim Hill Media Podcast Network
Episode: The River That Never Flowed - EPCOT’s Lost German Cruise
Description: Jim and Lauren kick off Super Bowl Sunday by diving into the biggest toy expo in the world and what it reveals about the future of Disney licensing. From LEGO’s new screen-free “smart” bricks to Formula One collaborations and a surprising resurgence of theme park trash can merch, this episode blends breaking toy news with classic Disney history - including the Epcot attraction that almost was.
NEWS
• Highlights from Germany’s massive Spielwarenmesse toy fair - and what it signals for global licensing trends
• LEGO unveils new Smart Play sets, including interactive Star Wars builds...