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Toy Story — The Psychology and Nostalgia That Made It a Classic- Episode #844

Toy Story — The Psychology and Nostalgia That Made It a Classic- Episode #844

Update: 2025-11-25
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Cathy and Todd discuss the making of Toy Story, the 1995 film that changed animation forever. They explore the film’s massive cultural impact and the introduction of emotionally complex heroes like Woody and Buzz, who grew up alongside their audience. They also look at the creative forces behind the movie, including John Lasseter’s rise and fall and the way Pixar rebuilt its culture in the wake of industry reckonings. They dive into the random facts, hidden jokes, emotional details, and psychological layers that make the movie endlessly rewatchable, from Randy Newman’s music to Sid’s misunderstood chaos.


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Toy Story — The Psychology and Nostalgia That Made It a Classic- Episode #844

Toy Story — The Psychology and Nostalgia That Made It a Classic- Episode #844

Todd and Cathy Adams