Best Rope Drop Entertainment Podcasts (2025)

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How Mighty Mouse Accidentally Invented Saturday Morning Cartoons (Ep. 325) 48:47

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This week on Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor rewind to the mid-1950s to uncover how a forgotten studio sale and one scrappy rodent changed television forever. Along the way, they’ll cover everything from box office updates to Paw Patrol holiday specials, plus the latest shake-ups inside Disney corporate. The Disney-related twist behind CBS l…

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How Disney Built Cars Land and What It Means for Piston Peak (Ep. 550) 1:06:49

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This week, Imagineer Jim Shull joins Jim Hill and Len Testa to finish the wild story of how Cars Land was built at Disney California Adventure. Along the way, the guys cover everything from gorillas and Muppets to a scuba diver who robbed Paddlefish. Tomorrowland’s Cool Ship replacement that looks suspiciously like a McDonald’s drive-thru The life …

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From Dueling Dragons to Zelda Rumors: What’s Next for Lost Continent? (Ep. 69) 57:42

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Universal has filed demolition permits for nearly five acres of Islands of Adventure, and Jim and Eric break down what that could mean for the Lost Continent. The main feature of this week’s episode dives into the history of Merlinwood, the rise and fall of Dueling Dragons, and how Harry Potter reshaped the park. Could Zelda be next to take its pla…

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RDR 487: Our 10 Favorite Lightning Lanes at Walt Disney World in 2025 39:32

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🎙 Planning your next Disney trip? We’re counting down our 10 favorite Lightning Lanes at Walt Disney World to help you make the most of Lightning Lanes. RDR 487: Our 10 Favorite Lightning Lanes at Walt Disney World Lightning Lanes can save you hours of waiting in line at Walt Disney World—but which ones are really worth booking? In this episode of …

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WrestlePalooza 2025 Preview & Predictions 21:16

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Step into your Pro Wrestling Escape as Kyle delivers a full WWE WrestlePalooza 2025 preview and predictions episode — breaking down the complete WrestlePalooza match card, analyzing the biggest WWE storylines, and giving bold takes on who’s walking out with championship gold. From shocking returns to dream clashes, this episode dives into how the r…

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Disney’s Abandoned Snow White Sequels and Frozen 3’s Royal Wedding Rumors (Ep. 65) 49:19

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Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey take listeners from this year’s stealth Muppets capsule release all the way to the projects Disney almost made — including a trilogy of dwarfs prequels and a Snow White spinoff that never saw the light of day. Along the way, they break down Toy Story’s 30th anniversary tie-ins, the first wave of holiday 2025 ornaments, an…

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Comfort Feuds With Kenji López-Alt & Deb Perelman 1:01:11

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Fall is nearly here and it's time to clear the docket! This week, we are talking to beloved food writers and chefs Kenji López-Alt (Serious Eats, The Recipe) and Deb Perelman (Smitten Kitchen, The Recipe) about COMFORT FOODS! Is the "mac" in chili mac supposed to be plain noodles or mac and cheese? Is canned pumpkin as good as fresh pumpkin puree? …

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Rope Drop at Disney: Worth It or Way Too Early? (Ep. 2) 23:37

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In this second episode of The Case For with Chris Cox, the gavel drops on one of the earliest theme park traditions. Rope dropping: brilliant strategy or brutal wake-up call? Chris Cox and Len Testa make their cases while Judge Jim Hill listens for signs of sleep deprivation and theme park strategy gone too far. What’s on trial this week: The origi…

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Demon Slayer Shatters Records, Toy Story 5 Sneak Peek, and Skydance Eyes Warner Bros (Ep. 324) 54:36

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Jim Hill and Drew Taylor are back with another packed episode of Fine Tooning. From anime shattering records at the box office to Pixar showing off the future of Toy Story, the duo break down the biggest stories shaping animation this week. Demon Slayer’s record-breaking $70 million North American debut and what set this release apart Toy Story’s 3…

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Cruise Street? The Alternate Cars Land That Almost Happened (Ep. 549) 56:16

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This week, Jim Hill and Len Testa dig into the wild backstory of Disney California Adventure’s Cars Land and the strange “what ifs” that could’ve changed Radiator Springs forever. From Marty's Malt Shop to a road trip attraction fueled by beef jerky and Diet Mountain Dew, the alternate ideas were as quirky as they were ambitious. A new Disneyland t…

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Manufacturing the Magic: Disneyland’s Sister Parks – Part Two 32:16

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In the 22nd installment of this educational series, Shelly & Noe Valladolid continue their look at C.V. Wood (the original president of Disneyland). In particular, what happened when Wood decided to enter direct competition with Disney and subsequently established his own theme park design company? Over the course of this episode, listeners will le…

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How Universal Snatched Rocky & Bullwinkle from Disney (Ep. 68) 56:42

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Jim Hill and Eric Hersey are back with a packed episode of the Epic Universal Podcast. From award-winning attractions to behind-the-scenes stories that almost made it to the big screen, this week covers a lot of ground: The new Jaws: Memories of Martha’s Vineyard book and the Academy Museum’s Jaws exhibition Remembering production designer Stuart C…

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RDR 486: Sick Kids at Disney World: Tips from Kids 1st Urgent Care 1:01:35

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🎙 What do you do if your kids get sick at Walt Disney World? We’re joined by Kids 1st Urgent Care to talk about keeping the magic alive when the unexpected happens. RDR 486: Sick Kids at Walt Disney World with Kids 1st Urgent Care It’s every parent’s fear—your child gets sick on vacation. This week on Rope Drop Radio, we’re joined by Kids 1st Urgen…

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Top 5 Factions That Changed Pro Wrestling Forever 19:33

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In this episode of the Pro Wrestling Escape Podcast, Kyle counts down the Top 5 WWE Factions That Changed Pro Wrestling Forever. From the chaos of the nWo, to the dominance of Evolution, to the cultural impact of groups like The Shield and DX, factions have always been at the heart of wrestling’s most unforgettable storylines. We’ll explore how the…

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The Day Pooh Beat Davy Crockett (and Sold Cereal Too) (Ep. 64) 1:01:43

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Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey return with a jam-packed episode of I Want That Too, covering the latest Disney merch, clever marketing strategies, and holiday surprises. The rise of popcorn buckets in parks and movie theaters – from talking Mickey to mummy Stitch to a Tron lightcycle How Disney uses psychology to nudge us into spending more, from limit…

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I Was Dreaming When I Wrote This, So Sue Me if I Judge Too Fast LIVE in Portland, ME! 1:03:14

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Should dream sequences be banned from fiction? Is it ok to work on needle crafts in bed? What is the human eye actually capable of seeing? Can one sit nude on the sofa? All of these cases and more fun, recorded LIVE at The State Theater in Portland, Maine on the JJHO Road Court tour! With Joel Mann and his jazz group, The Night and Day Jazz Trio! P…

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From Venice to Toronto: Festival Favorites and Fall Film Buzz (Ep. 323) 48:01

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Awards season is heating up, and Jim Hill and Drew Taylor are here to break it all down. From the Venice Film Festival and TIFF premieres to box office shocks and studio shakeups, this episode dives into the films and animated projects making headlines around the globe. Highlights include: Venice Film Festival winners and early buzz from TIFF “The …

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Dinosaur’s Last Ride, Tron Goes Red, and the Cars That Saved California Adventure (Ep. 548) 1:04:03

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Len Testa and Jim Hill return with a Disney Dish full of hard-hitting questions like: is a popcorn bucket a collectible, a food container, or proof of life’s absurdity? Along the way, they tackle Disney’s latest surveys, new overlays, and a franchise that almost stalled out before becoming a billion-dollar juggernaut. Disney sets the closing date f…

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Who Stole It Better? Disney, Universal, and the Battle of Borrowed Rides (Ep. 67) 58:17

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Jim Hill and Eric Hersey return with a loaded episode of the Epic Universal Podcast, blending Halloween Horror Nights buzz with theme park history and rumors. Opening weekend reactions to HHN 2024, including Terrifier, Five Nights at Freddy’s, and the controversial “deathly afraid” lanyards RIP Ride Rockit demolition updates and Ghostbusters specul…

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RDR 486: Everything Disney Revealed at D23 and How It Impacts Your Next Trip 55:38

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From new attractions and overlays at Walt Disney World to Disney Cruise Line surprises and Villains Land details, we’re breaking down everything announced at D23 and what it means for your next trip. RDR 485: D23 Announcements & Walt Disney World Updates Disney just dropped a wave of announcements at D23, and in this episode of Rope Drop Radio we’r…

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Top 5 WWE Wrestlers Who Never Won the World Title 16:54

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In this episode of the Pro Wrestling Escape Podcast, Kyle breaks down the Top 5 WWE wrestlers who never won the World Title—and the missed opportunities that could have changed wrestling history forever. From Rowdy Roddy Piper’s WrestleMania I feud, to Owen Hart’s 1994 cage match with Bret, to Razor Ramon’s unreal charisma in the New Generation Era…

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Disney Princess Week, Villains Merch, and Disney Cereal Saga (Ep. 63) 57:08

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Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey return with a new episode of I Want That Too, diving into Disney Princess Week, new merchandise drops, and the latest Disney history feature. From LEGO sidekicks to Bath & Body Works villains, they’ve got the stories (and opinions) Disney fans will want to hear. Highlights from Disney Princess Week, including merchandise,…

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Subpoena Royale 1:06:20

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Phaea brings the case against her husband, Justin. Phaea says the 2006 James Bond movie CASINO ROYALE is a remake of the CASINO ROYALE from 1967. But Justin says Phaea is wrong! Both CASINOS ROYALE are adaptations of the Ian Fleming novel from 1953. Justin says that aside from the source material, the two movies are completely unrelated. Phaea is n…

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Inside Netflix’s Biggest Animated Hit and What’s Next for Aardman & Pixar (Ep. 322) 47:17

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Jim Hill and Drew Taylor kick off September with a packed episode of Fine Tooning, covering the biggest stories in the world of animation: The record-shattering success of KPop Demon Hunters on Netflix and what’s next for the franchise Updates on Big Mouth, its Emmy legacy, and the upcoming series Mating Season Aardman’s latest projects, including …

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The Case For (and Against) Park Hopping at Walt Disney World (Ep. 1) 28:04

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Is park hopping the best way to squeeze every drop of Disney magic out of your vacation - or just an overpriced bus pass with extra steps? In this first episode of The Case For with Chris Cox, mind reader and performer Chris Cox squares off against theme park expert Len Testa, while Disney historian Jim Hill dons judge’s robe to deliver a verdict. …

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Birds, Booze & The Beak & Barrel: Magic Kingdom’s New Pirate Lounge Sets Sail (Ep. 547) 48:18

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Len Testa and Jim Hill return with a packed episode of The Disney Dish to discuss Magic Kingdom’s brand new Beak & Barrel Lounge, an immersive pirate-themed bar near Pirates of the Caribbean. Len shares firsthand impressions of the decor, the elusive animatronic pirate Rummy, and why it’s already drawing Trader Sam’s comparisons. Also in this episo…

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Manufacturing the Magic: Disneyland’s sister parks – Part One 52:24

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In the 21st installment of this educational series, Shelly and Noe Valladolid talk about what happened when C.V. Wood (the original president of Disneyland) went off in 1956 and set up his own theme park design company. This episode takes a close look at Freedomland & Magic Mountain Over the course of this episode, listeners will learn about: …

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TEASER: Members Only Mailbag August 2025 3:12

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Is this creature an ape or no? The J Squad isn't sure. They talk about this and much more on the August Members Only Mailbag episode! If you're a member, make sure you check your bonus feed now for the full episode. If you aren't a member, it's never to late! Join for just $5 a month and get immediate access to the entire catalog of MaxFun bonus co…

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Deathly Afraid Necklaces and the Origins of Dueling Dragons (Ep. 66) 1:00:51

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Jim Hill and Eric Hersey return with another packed episode of the Epic Universal Podcast, diving into the latest Universal news, fan reports, and theme park history. Highlights this week include: Firsthand impressions of Universal Horror Unleashed in Las Vegas, thanks to listener John T. – from house walkthroughs to surprisingly short wait times. …

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RDR 485: Love It or Hate It: Magic Kingdom Quick Service 52:38

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We’re dishing out our love-it-or-hate-it takes on every Magic Kingdom quick service restaurant. RDR 485: Love It or Hate It – Magic Kingdom Counter Service Dining Hungry at the Magic Kingdom? We’ve all been there—and today we’re tackling one of the most divisive topics in Disney dining: Magic Kingdom quick service restaurants. 🍔🌭🥨 In this episode o…

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WWE Clash in Paris 2025 Preview & Predictions | Pro Wrestling Escape Podcast + Crowd Speaks Fan Takes 18:22

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In this episode of the Pro Wrestling Escape Podcast, Kyle delivers a full preview and predictions for the upcoming WWE Clash in Paris 2025. From high-stakes title matches to generational showdowns, we break down every major moment fans are buzzing about: John Cena vs Logan Paul – Legacy meets momentum in Paris. Fatal 4-Way for the World Heavyweight…

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How Mighty Mouse Accidentally Invented Saturday Morning Cartoons (Ep. 325) 48:47

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How Disney Built Cars Land and What It Means for Piston Peak (Ep. 550) 1:06:49

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From Dueling Dragons to Zelda Rumors: What’s Next for Lost Continent? (Ep. 69) 57:42

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RDR 487: Our 10 Favorite Lightning Lanes at Walt Disney World in 2025 39:32

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WrestlePalooza 2025 Preview & Predictions 21:16

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Disney’s Abandoned Snow White Sequels and Frozen 3’s Royal Wedding Rumors (Ep. 65) 49:19

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Comfort Feuds With Kenji López-Alt & Deb Perelman 1:01:11

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Rope Drop at Disney: Worth It or Way Too Early? (Ep. 2) 23:37

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Demon Slayer Shatters Records, Toy Story 5 Sneak Peek, and Skydance Eyes Warner Bros (Ep. 324) 54:36

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Cruise Street? The Alternate Cars Land That Almost Happened (Ep. 549) 56:16

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Manufacturing the Magic: Disneyland’s Sister Parks – Part Two 32:16

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How Universal Snatched Rocky & Bullwinkle from Disney (Ep. 68) 56:42

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RDR 486: Sick Kids at Disney World: Tips from Kids 1st Urgent Care 1:01:35

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Top 5 Factions That Changed Pro Wrestling Forever 19:33

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The Day Pooh Beat Davy Crockett (and Sold Cereal Too) (Ep. 64) 1:01:43

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I Was Dreaming When I Wrote This, So Sue Me if I Judge Too Fast LIVE in Portland, ME! 1:03:14

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From Venice to Toronto: Festival Favorites and Fall Film Buzz (Ep. 323) 48:01

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Dinosaur’s Last Ride, Tron Goes Red, and the Cars That Saved California Adventure (Ep. 548) 1:04:03

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Who Stole It Better? Disney, Universal, and the Battle of Borrowed Rides (Ep. 67) 58:17

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RDR 486: Everything Disney Revealed at D23 and How It Impacts Your Next Trip 55:38

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Top 5 WWE Wrestlers Who Never Won the World Title 16:54

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Disney Princess Week, Villains Merch, and Disney Cereal Saga (Ep. 63) 57:08

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Subpoena Royale 1:06:20

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Inside Netflix’s Biggest Animated Hit and What’s Next for Aardman & Pixar (Ep. 322) 47:17

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The Case For (and Against) Park Hopping at Walt Disney World (Ep. 1) 28:04

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Birds, Booze & The Beak & Barrel: Magic Kingdom’s New Pirate Lounge Sets Sail (Ep. 547) 48:18

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Manufacturing the Magic: Disneyland’s sister parks – Part One 52:24

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TEASER: Members Only Mailbag August 2025 3:12

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Deathly Afraid Necklaces and the Origins of Dueling Dragons (Ep. 66) 1:00:51

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RDR 485: Love It or Hate It: Magic Kingdom Quick Service 52:38

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WWE Clash in Paris 2025 Preview & Predictions | Pro Wrestling Escape Podcast + Crowd Speaks Fan Takes 18:22