Danny P on Cars! Pixar's Mr Jay Ward - From Modesto to Radiator Springs!
11/26/23 • 44 min
I catch up with Jay Ward from Pixar. Jay is a classic example of sometimes if you follow your passion and have a little luck the world becomes your playground! I talk to Jay about where his love of cars came from, how he ended up working on Cars (Disney/Pixar) and where that has taken him!
We do a bit of a deep dive on the movie franchise many of us love, we talk about it's evolution and how some legends lend their voices to add authenticity. It was so interesting to hear about Paul Newman in what was his last movie. We Learn about the hidden details in creating the fictional town of Radiator Springs, and how the franchise inspired a real-world adventure along Route 66. Uncover insights into the franchise's growth beyond the silver screen, sweeping through theme park rides and merchandise, with Jay on board as the full-time guardian angel of the franchise.
Lastly, hang on tight as we delve into the revolutionary impact of Cars on both the film industry and the automotive world. Uncover the magic behind breathing life into the beloved characters, the stories that inspired them, and the thrilling tale of a collaboration with Porsche that led to a modern version of Sally Carrera. Hear the enthralling narrative of the car's charity auction, which sold for a staggering $3.6 million. This adventure-packed episode is your all-access pass to the unique intersection of film, cars, and racing. A must-listen for all car enthusiasts and Pixar fans, don't miss out on this unique episode!
Pixar: Pixar Animation Studios
Mr Thorndyke's car from Herbie: This Is The Apollo GT "Thorndyke Special" From Herbie: The Love Bug (silodrome.com)
RM Sotheby's Auction of the 2022 911 Sally Special: 2022 Porsche 911 'Sally Special' | Monterey 2022 | RM Sotheby's (rmsothebys.com)
Click for all the links: For enquiries: [email protected]
I catch up with Jay Ward from Pixar. Jay is a classic example of sometimes if you follow your passion and have a little luck the world becomes your playground! I talk to Jay about where his love of cars came from, how he ended up working on Cars (Disney/Pixar) and where that has taken him!
We do a bit of a deep dive on the movie franchise many of us love, we talk about it's evolution and how some legends lend their voices to add authenticity. It was so interesting to hear about Paul Newman in what was his last movie. We Learn about the hidden details in creating the fictional town of Radiator Springs, and how the franchise inspired a real-world adventure along Route 66. Uncover insights into the franchise's growth beyond the silver screen, sweeping through theme park rides and merchandise, with Jay on board as the full-time guardian angel of the franchise.
Lastly, hang on tight as we delve into the revolutionary impact of Cars on both the film industry and the automotive world. Uncover the magic behind breathing life into the beloved characters, the stories that inspired them, and the thrilling tale of a collaboration with Porsche that led to a modern version of Sally Carrera. Hear the enthralling narrative of the car's charity auction, which sold for a staggering $3.6 million. This adventure-packed episode is your all-access pass to the unique intersection of film, cars, and racing. A must-listen for all car enthusiasts and Pixar fans, don't miss out on this unique episode!
Pixar: Pixar Animation Studios
Mr Thorndyke's car from Herbie: This Is The Apollo GT "Thorndyke Special" From Herbie: The Love Bug (silodrome.com)
RM Sotheby's Auction of the 2022 911 Sally Special: 2022 Porsche 911 'Sally Special' | Monterey 2022 | RM Sotheby's (rmsothebys.com)
Click for all the links: For enquiries: [email protected]
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Danny P on Cars! - Danny P on Cars! Pixar's Mr Jay Ward - From Modesto to Radiator Springs!
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This episode is sponsored by 077 Media , a boutique agency set up to help automotive and motorsport companies with everything from strategic planning , marketing support to partnership management . For more information , visit wwwo77.media .
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