LCJ Q&A Podcast

Guest: 'Smurfs' Director Chris Miller

Academy Award nominee Chris Miller appeared on Episode #2 of The LCJ Q&A Podcast in 2011 for the release of his DreamWorks feature Puss in Boots. He returns to the animation director's chair for Paramount's Smurfs, which is now playing in theaters nationwide. Just a few hours after I saw the film, we reconnected for a conversation about how working on this adventure 'blue' him away.

Guest: 'The Fixer' star Marcus Lemonis

For many years he was "The Profit" on CNBC. Now Marcus Lemonis headlines the new reality series "The Fixer", premiering Friday July 18th at 8pm on FOX and next day on Hulu. Lemonis discusses both programs, along with some game shows he's been a part of, and what goes into making great television.

Guests: 'Mickey Mouse Clubhouse+' EP Rob LaDuca and Co-Producer / Story Editor Kim Duran

The door is back open! New series Mickey Mouse Clubhouse+ premieres next Monday July 21st on Disney Jr. and Tuesday July 22nd on Disney+. Emmy-winning executive producer Rob LaDuca and co-producer and story editor Kim Duran share insights on additions to this iconic location and crafting adventures for a new generation of fans.

Guests: 'KPop Demon Hunters' Directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans

Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans are the directors of Sony Pictures Animation's "KPop Demon Hunters". Learn all about the energetic action and music filled feature, which premieres this Friday June 20th on Netflix.

Guest: 'Into the Wonderwoods' Co-Director Vincent Paronnaud

Academy Award nominee Vincent Paronnaud is the co-director of the charming new animated feature "Into the Wonderwoods", available on VOD and Digital starting Tuesday June 24th. It's about a 10-year-old boy named Angelo who has quite the adventure. Paronnaud shares what's at the heart of this story and reflects on making 2007's "Persepolis".

Guests: 'Wylde Pak' Creators Paul Watling & Kyle Marshall and EP Seonna Hong

Nickelodeon is premiering a new animated adventure comedy this Friday June 6th at 7:30pm. It's Wylde Pak. Creators Paul Watling and Kyle Marshall and executive producer Seonna Hong share how this summer series about half-siblings Jack and Lily will delight families.

Guests: The Creators and Cast of 'Phineas and Ferb'

The highly anticipated new season of 'Phineas and Ferb' premieres Thursday June 5 on Disney Channel and Friday June 6 on Disney+. Here to talk all about it are creators Dan Povenmire and Jeff 'Swampy' Marsh, as well as cast members Ashley Tisdale, Caroline Rhea, Vincent Martella, David Errigo Jr. and Alyson Stoner.

Guests: 'Lulu Is A Rhinoceros' Creators Jason and Allison Flom

"Lulu Is A Rhinoceros" is a new AppleTV+ animated special premiering Friday May 30th. It's about Lulu (voiced by "Moana"'s Auli'i Cravalho) — a dog who sees herself as a rhinoceros and wants to share kindness and the value of self-worth with others in her community. This is adapted from a 2018 book by father-daughter duo Jason and Allison Flom, who are creators and EPs on the special. Allison also serves as head writer and lyricist for the songs.