Best Dreamworks Animation Podcasts (2025)

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Technology, Growth, Leadership and Mentorship with Sarah Counnas, Senior Director of Technology Communication & Strategy DreamWorks Animation 27:32

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TALENT RELATIONS & TALENT-DRIVEN ENTERTAINMENT In this episode of WICT Wisdom, host Stephanie Cobian is joined by Sarah Counnas, Senior Director of Technology Communication & Strategy, DreamWorks Animation Sarah currently serves as the Senior Director of Technology Communication & Strategy at DreamWorks Animation. At DreamWorks, she oversees the st…

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EP 271 - Prop Master - Kevin Hughes - Working with Directors like Coppola & Paul Thomas Anderson 1:02:10

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Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, we sit down with acclaimed casting director Magdalena Szwarcbart, whose remarkable career includes working on Steven Spielberg’s Oscar-winning film Schindler’s List. Magdalena shares her fascinating stories from behind the scenes, from the emotional weight o…

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DJ Squirm-a-Lot’s Thanksgiving Mixtape 2025 41:54

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Just in time for your holiday travel, DJ Squirm-a-Lot has a brand new mixtape! This year, he’s flying the friendly skies for a Thanksgiving on the beach. Help us finish our season and get a personal video from DJ Squirm-a-Lot for a limited time only at storypirates.com/support Submit kids’ stories at storypirates.com/submit-a-story Check out Story …

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Clem and Gemp’s Camp/Super Banana Man 45:28

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Rachel and Nimene face their fears while playing haunted mini-golf. Featuring two new stories: “Clem and Gemp’s Camp”, a story about two outdoor enthusiasts who anger the camping gods, written by Parker, a 7 year old from Arizona, and “Super Banana Man”, about a negligent scientist who leaves his grow ray accessible to a plucky banana, written by a…

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Alligator Droppings/Bees in the Ballot Box 47:18

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The Story Pirates begin their roadtrip to StoryTellerCon. Featuring two new stories: ‘Alligator Droppings’, a story about a very fancy breakfast. dish that isn’t what it sounds like (or is it?), written by Jocelyn, a 10 year old from Canada, and ‘Bees in the Ballot Box’, a story about the importance of voting even when there are bunch of bees aroun…

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EP 270 - 'Schindler's List' - Casting Director - Magdalena Szwarcbart 1:06:28

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Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, we sit down with acclaimed casting director Magdalena Szwarcbart, whose remarkable career includes working on Steven Spielberg’s Oscar-winning film Schindler’s List. Magdalena shares her fascinating stories from behind the scenes, from the emotional weight o…

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The Bed/Do Not Disturb (feat. Alison Pill) 44:26

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Welcome back to season 8 of the Story Pirates Podcast! In this first episode, the Story Pirates receive an intriguing invitation and meet a new adversary. Featuring two new stories: ‘The Bed’, a song about an exhausted doctor just looking for somewhere to nap, written by Bentley, a 9 year old from New York, and ‘Do Not Disturb’, a story about one g…

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Neil Ross Interview - VoltCon 2025 50:47

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Neil Ross, the voice actor for Keith and Pidge, and many other voices from Voltron: Defender of the Universe, and Keith from Voltron: The Third Dimension, was the special guest at VoltCon 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana on October 18 and 19. In this panel from VoltCon 2025, Neil Ross (voice actor for Keith & Pidge) is Interviewed by Let's Voltron Pod…

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Season 8 Trailer 4:12

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Coming November 6th, it's the 8th season of the Story Pirates Podcast! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Story Pirates

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EP 269 - 'No Honor' - Author Awais Khan 42:02

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Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, we sit down with acclaimed author Awais Khan, known for his powerful novels No Honour and In the Company of Strangers. Awais talks about his journey as a writer and how his stories explore the complexities of love, loss, and societal pressures in modern Paki…

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EP 268 - 'King of California' - David Robbins - Music Composer 47:51

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Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, we sit down with acclaimed music composer David Robbins, known for his evocative scores for King of California starring Michael Douglas and the animated film Migration. David shares how the script for King of California first drew him in—its themes of hope, …

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Season 8 Announcement 3:12

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The Story Pirates Podcast is back for season 8 starting November 6th! New stories, new songs and new adventures with the Story Pirates crew. Tune in next week for our season 8 trailer! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Story Pirates

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EP 267 - Hulu's 'The Lowdown' - Sharon Tabb - Make Up Head 47:04

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Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, we sit down with acclaimed makeup department head Sharon Tabb, known for her work on the series The Lown Down with Ethan Hawke. Sharon shares her journey from humble beginnings to becoming one of Hollywood’s most respected makeup artists. We dive into her de…

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Gabby's Dollhouse: The Movie 1:40:30

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The Jerks, two grown men without children, went to see Gabby's Dollhouse: The Movie in a theater due to their dedication to their craft. Please send them thanks. Don't forget to rate and review the show on your favorite podcast app! Find us on Twitter and Instagram! @DreamJerksPod Email us at [email protected] Theme song by Pangolin. Find…

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Were-Puppy 11:58

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Almost any kind of creature is cute when it’s a baby, right? But what about Werewolves? Written by two siblings from Minnesota named Blake and Park. Join Creator Club today for ad-free episodes, bonus episodes and more by visiting ⁠storypirates.com/creatorclub⁠, or subscribing right in Apple Podcasts or Spotify. See omnystudio.com/listener for priv…

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The Stinky Cheese 10:45

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We’ve done a lot of stories about stinky cheese, but today’s story has the stinkiest cheese yet. Written by a 10 year old from Canada named Eleanor. Join Creator Club today for ad-free episodes, bonus episodes and more by visiting ⁠storypirates.com/creatorclub⁠, or subscribing right in Apple Podcasts or Spotify. See omnystudio.com/listener for priv…

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EP 266 - 'Total Recall' - Screenwriter - Gary Goldman 1:00:25

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Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, we sit down with screenwriter and producer Gary Goldman, best known for co-writing the sci-fi classic Total Recall and serving as Executive Producer on Minority Report. We explore how the futuristic worlds imagined in these films—once pure speculation—are no…

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Nuclear Spaghetti 11:52

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Today’s brand new story is dedicated to all the picky eaters out there. Written by Henry, a 10 year old from California. Join Creator Club today for ad-free episodes, bonus episodes and more by visiting ⁠storypirates.com/creatorclub⁠, or subscribing right in Apple Podcasts or Spotify. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Why Brushes Matter (with Procreate's Kyle Webster) 33:01

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Procreate's Kyle Webster, the Internet's favorite digital art brush builder, on why brush choice matters more than many artists realize. -------- 00:00 Episode Start 02:40 Why Brushes Matter At Studios 08:45 Why Brushes Matter For Beginners 09:27 Why You Should "Audition" Your Digital Art Brushes 10:55 Why Brushes Matter for Artistic Style 13:45 Wh…

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EP 265 - Casting 'Samia' - Cassandra Han & Lorenzo Viti 53:56

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Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, we sit down with casting directors Cassandra Han and Lorenzo Viti to dive into the making of Samia. They share the challenges and triumphs of casting this powerful story, which follows the true journey of Somali runner Samia Yusuf Omar, whose Olympic dreams …

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EP 264 - Designing 'Spirit Stallion of Cimarron' - Character Designer - Carlos Grangel 43:40

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Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, we sit down with renowned character designer Carlos Grangel, whose artistry helped shape some of animation’s most iconic films. Carlos shares the incredible story of how he landed on Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron—with Jeffrey Katzenberg giving him just 24…

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Excessive Work Out Guy and the Revenge of the Gym Equipment 12:31

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Did you know that some people actually go to the gym at midnight? Today’s new story is about one such person. Written by Naomi, age 10, and Max, age 7, from Canada. Join Creator Club today for ad-free episodes, bonus episodes and more by visiting ⁠storypirates.com/creatorclub⁠, or subscribing right in Apple Podcasts or Spotify. See omnystudio.com/l…

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EP 263 - Randy Dry's Decades Long Journey in Music 1:48:41

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Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, we sit down with Randy Dry, the legendary Vice President of Brand Management at SiriusXM, to hear his remarkable journey through the world of music. Randy reflects on more than three decades in the industry, sharing stories of the artists he’s collaborated w…

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The Boy Who Ate Orange Seeds 21:22

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Today’s bonus episode features a brand new story about a boy who grows an orange tree in his stomach, which provides all sorts of unique business opportunities! Written by a 9 year old from Uganda named Elias. Join Creator Club today for ad-free episodes, bonus episodes and more by visiting ⁠storypirates.com/creatorclub⁠, or subscribing right in Ap…

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Talent Relations & Talent-Driven Entertainment with Jen Muccia, Content Producer and Talent Booker 30:32

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TALENT RELATIONS & TALENT-DRIVEN ENTERTAINMENT In this episode of WICT Wisdom, host Stephanie Cobian is joined by Jen Muccia, an accomplished Content Producer and Talent Booker. Jen brings over 20 years of experience as a media executive, producer, talent booker, and talent strategist. Her impressive career spans television, podcasting, and brand p…

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Muffin of Doom: The Greatest Game of Parkour Hide and Seek (feat. Koo Koo) 26:59

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Today’s bonus episode features a brand new story written by over a hundred different members of the Story Pirates Creator Club, as well as a very special edition of Roll Call with Bryan and Neil from the incredible band Koo Koo! The next Create a Story session is coming up on Friday, October 10th @ 7pm ET Grownups, your kids can join Peter and Lee …

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EP 262 - DP Don Burgess on - 'The Thursday Murder Club' - Netflix 47:18

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Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, we sit down with legendary cinematographer Don Burgess, whose visual storytelling has shaped some of the most iconic films of the last few decades. We dive into his latest work on The Thursday Murder Club, where Don brings a playful yet moody film noir aesth…

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EP 261 - Author 'Adnan Virk' - Cinephile - Joy of Cinema 53:07

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Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Adnan Virk Podcast, we flip the mic and dive into the world of Adnan Virk himself—award-winning sports commentator, podcast host, and now, published author. We explore his brand-new book, Cinephile: Interviews, Essays, and Tales from the Red Carpet—a love letter to movies, packed with…

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VoltCon 2025 Preview 45:09

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VoltCon Organizers, Kevin Clark, Patrick O'Connor and Savannah O'Connor are back with Marc and Greg to preview the 7th VoltCon Convention, coming October 18-19, 2025, in Indianapolis, Indiana. This year promises to have a lot of surprises and fun, with Neil Ross as the headline guest, Bob Koplar (Executive Producer of the Voltron Movie), Marc and G…

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Draft Day: 90s Pop Culture Draft 1:10:45

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Join us as we dive into a nostalgic journey through the 90s, drafting our favorite pop culture gems from the decade. AI wanted us to post something a lot longer than this, but it's always been F AI (no disrespect to Allen Iverson, all disrespect to Andre Iguodala).

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EP 260 – Director Brett Leonard on "Virtuosity" - Russell Crowe & Denzel Washington 57:20

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Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with visionary director Brett Leonard, whose groundbreaking film Virtuosity pushed the boundaries of technology and storytelling long before its time. We explore his bold creative choices—from discovering a then-unknown Russell Crowe, to fighting …

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EP 259 - Lighting 'Chief of War' Apple TV+- Series - DP Matthew Cheung 1:00:16

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Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with cinematographer Matthew Cheung, whose work on Chief of War brings epic scale and striking intimacy to the screen. We dive into his journey behind the camera—from his early career beginnings to capturing the massive battle sequences that defin…

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DJ Squirm-a-Lot’s Back to School Mixtape 2025 46:26

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Let’s go back to school with the world’s most famous DJ who also happens to be a worm! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Story Pirates

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Buried Treasure: Every Midnight I Turn Into a Wolf/The Case of the Missing Files (S3E20) 31:39

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Welcome to a new series called ‘Buried Treasure’ where we throwback to some of our favorite full episodes from the Story Pirates archives. Today, we’re revisiting the classic episode where the Story Pirates visit a planet that just wants us to hang out and have some fun. Originally aired May 7, 2020. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat…

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Writing Comics For Kids (with Shawn Pryor) 28:47

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Shawn Pryor, author of over sixty published books and graphic novels (most for all ages), offers insights on outlining, working with artists and the essential role of conflict in story development. 01:55 An Expansive Bibliography 03:09 Finding Something To Say 04:37 The "Conflict List" 07:17 Developing The Outline 11:32 Placing The Act Breaks 13:56…

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List Night: Things That Rock 1:15:37

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Last episode, we listed things that aren't so great. This episode we're doing the opposite, because as you all know, we're just positive rays of mf'ing sunshine. This episode can be on your own list of Things That Rock.

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Buried Treasure: Animal Week/The Doughnut Is Right (S2E11) 30:40

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Welcome back to Buried Treasure, where we throwback to some of our favorite full episodes from the Story Pirates archives. Today, we’re revisiting a classic episode where the Story Pirates visit the Isle of Monsters for the very first time. Originally aired April 18, 2019. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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The Bad Guys 2 2:00:09

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The Jerks are joined by returning guest and Sam Rockwell enthusiast Alaina to talk all about The Bad Guys 2! Get ready to learn a lot about Big Brother, which Diggs is in which Broadway show, and more! Don't forget to rate and review the show on your favorite podcast app! Find us on Twitter and Instagram! @DreamJerksPod Email us at DreamJerksPodcas…

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An Interview with Linda Meighan, Holistic Health Facilitator 20:51

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WICT Wisdom's Stephanie Cobian is joined by guest Linda Meighan, certified hypnotherapist, herbalist, and holistic health facilitator. She is the founder of Lovewelll (with 3 L's). Linda Meighan shares her journey to becoming a hypnotherapist and holistic health facilitator. Through Linda's own experience, she shares the importance of finding a com…

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Episode 135: Supermanimation | 85 Years of Superman Animation (ft. Adam Hlavac) 54:41

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"Look up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's Superman!" From the groundbreaking Fleischer Studios shorts of 1941 to today’s modern takes, Superman has had an incredible journey in animation. In this episode of Animation Fascination⁠, we explore 85 years of the Man of Steel on screen, examining iconic moments, legendary voice actors, and the…

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Buried Treasure: Sandwich Day/A Girl With Superpowers (S1E10) 27:06

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Welcome back to Buried Treasure, where we throwback to some of our favorite full episodes from the Story Pirates archives. Today, we’re revisiting a classic episode when Rachel took her very first trip to that place where someone has to stand inside that bucket that’s really high up and look through the lookie loo so that if they see land they can …

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EP 258 - Editing '1923' Series - Editor Byron Smith - Starring Harrison Ford & Helen Mirren 52:18

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Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with acclaimed editor Byron Smith, whose work on 1923 has captivated audiences with its sweeping scope and emotional depth. We explore his career journey—from editing acclaimed series like House of Cards and True Detective to shaping the epic stor…

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Special Episode from Million Bazillion 24:40

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On a trip to Washington, D.C., Bridget and Ryan take this question from Oliver in Illinois: Why do different countries use different currencies? There’s the U.S. dollar, the Mexican peso and Japanese yen, just to name a few. This week, we’ll explain why so many countries decided to make their own type of money. And we meet the ghost of Alexander Ha…

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Buried Treasure: A Hamster’s Workday/Backstroke Raptor (S2E1) 28:36

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Welcome to a new series called ‘Buried Treasure’ where we throwback to some of our favorite full episodes from the Story Pirates archives. Today, we’re revisiting the first episode of season 2, which features two classic songs as well as the story of how Siegfried the Orange, brave Viking warrior helped the Story Pirates take to the skies. Original…

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The Real Mount Rushmore 24:19

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Do you know the REAL story behind Mount Rushmore? Find out in today’s new story, written by Rorey, Ryan, and Larsen from North Carolina. Join Creator Club today for ad-free episodes, bonus episodes and more by visiting ⁠storypirates.com/creatorclub⁠, or subscribing right in Apple Podcasts or Spotify. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat…

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EP 257 - Emmy Award Nominated 'Rob Tokarz' - HBO 'Hacks' 45:50

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Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with Emmy-nominated production designer Rob Tokarz for an illuminating conversation about his work on HBO’s Hacks, the stunning sequences and set pieces in Red Chair, LA Fires, and even designing sets for the Oscars. We explore the intricate detai…

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The Gum 20:18

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Today’s new story is about two things that should never go together: gum and dogs. By Kathryn, an 8 year old from Nebraska. Join Creator Club today for ad-free episodes, bonus episodes and more by visiting ⁠storypirates.com/creatorclub⁠, or subscribing right in Apple Podcasts or Spotify. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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EP 256 - Writing 'The Khan' & Struggles Through Life - Author - Saima Mir 41:33

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Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with acclaimed author and journalist Saima Mir for a powerful conversation about her book trilogy 'The Khan'. We dive into her personal journey—navigating career highs and lows, confronting failure, and redefining success—while also unpacking the …

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EP 255 - Eric Kissack Editing Last 5 Episodes of 'The Studio' - Apple TV 32:41

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Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with editor Eric Kissack, who takes us behind the scenes of Apple TV+’s The Studio Episodes 5 through 10. This is where the show truly finds its rhythm—sharpening its satire, doubling down on absurdity, and peeling back the layers of Hollywood dys…

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Gorblefunks 20:15

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Today’s brand new story is about Gorblefunks. What’s a Gorblefunk? You’re about to find out, but believe me, YOU NEED a Gorblefunk. You need one NOW. Written by two brothers from Eswatini named Nicolas & Daniel. Join Creator Club today for ad-free episodes, bonus episodes and more by visiting ⁠storypirates.com/creatorclub⁠, or subscribing right in …