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How's It Hold Up?

Danika Juarez
Animation
Disney
Looney Tunes
Mickey Mouse
Popeye
Donald Duck
The Lion King
Merrie Melodies
Voice Acting
Rankin-Bass
Porky Pig
Space Jam
Atlantis: the Lost Empire
The Nightmare Before Christmas
Betty Boop
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Kimba the White Lion
Anime
Bugs Bunny
Goofy

A podcast where a lesbian trans woman who's an animation enthusiast, her mother who's a teacher and has written a thesis on her love of videogames, and her Scooby-Doo-loving wife watch (mostly) animated movies and ask the eternal question: "how's it hold up?"

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Danica Juarez
Host with strong animation enthusiasm and film analysis background; regular presence across many episodes.
Jan James
Co-host known for witty dynamics and deep dives into production trivia and cultural context.
Valerie
Co-host with strong interests in animation, culture, and discussion of film-era contexts.

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4.0 out of 5 stars from 26 ratings
  • Really charming

    Just listened to the episode covering Anastasia and enjoyed every minute of it…except now I can’t not see all the animated tongues hanging out.

    Great concept and really likable hosts, I’m all in. Looking forward to checking out more episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
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Nostalgia-heavy but with critical take on dated elements.
The hosts feel like real people, easy to listen to.
Thoughtful yet accessible analysis keeps episodes engaging.
Guests add fresh perspectives without overshadowing the hosts.

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Shorts! Mickey Mouse: Boat Builders & Mickey's Trailer
Q: Do these shorts hold up given their cartoonified physics?
Yes, the animation remains lively and inventive; the humor is deeply tied to character dynamics and visual gags, which translates well even when the realism is exaggerated.
Frosty Returns
Q: What would you recommend instead of Frosty Returns?
The hosts recommended watching 'The Grinch', specifically the animated version, instead of 'Frosty Returns'.
Shorts! Popeye: Bulldozing the Bull & Disney: Ferdinand the Bull
Q: How's it hold up in today's context?
They believe Ferdinand the Bull's Oscar win is controversial and that it could have explored its themes more deeply.
Shorts! Popeye: Bulldozing the Bull & Disney: Ferdinand the Bull
Q: What did we think of these two shorts?
They found Popeye's Bulldozing the Bull to be entertaining and humorous, while Ferdinand the Bull was deemed cute but lacking conflict.
Looney Tunes: Back in Action
Q: Who was your favorite character in the movie?
DJ, Brendan Fraser's character, is really endearing and fun to watch.

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A warmly irreverent group analyzes animated films and shorts through a cinephile lens, blending historical context, production trivia, and personal anecdotes. Episodes range from classic Warner Bros. and Disney shorts to beloved Muppets features, with thoughtful critiques of pacing, humor, representation, and technical craft. The conversations often lean into nostalgia while weighing how these works hold up for modern audiences, making it a solid fit for listeners who love animation history, movie trivia, and discussion that mixes critique with personality. Noteworthy is the mix of three regular hosts with a guest's perspective, creating a dynamic, accessible surface for sponsors and guests who want thoughtful, character-driven conversation... more

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