84: Up with Josh Spiegel & Scott Renshaw

84: Up with Josh Spiegel & Scott Renshaw

From Podcast Like It's ... by Rebel Talk Network

March 6, 2026 · 1h 52m

About this episode

The episode features a discussion on Pixar's film 'Up' with film critics Josh Spiegel and Scott Renshaw, exploring its themes and legacy.

On this episode of Podcast Like It’s the 2000s, Phil and Emily are joined by film critics Josh Spiegel and Scott Renshaw to discuss Pixar’s emotional adventure about Carl Fredricksen, a widowed balloon salesman who lifts his house into the sky in search of Paradise Falls only to discover an unexpected stowaway along the way. The group breaks down the film’s famous opening montage, its unusual elderly protagonist, and why Up represents a key moment in Pixar’s late-2000s creative peak. They also explore the movie’s legacy, its Best Picture nomination, and why its blend of grief, humor, and adventure still resonates. Follow the show and guests: Podcast Like It’s… Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podcastlikeits/ Phil Iscove Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pmiscove/ Emily St. James Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilystjams/ Josh Spiegel & Scott Renshaw Podcast: Mousterpiece Melodies https://mousterpiecemelodies.podbean.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Hosts: Phil Iscove, Emily St. James

Guests: Josh Spiegel, Scott Renshaw

Topics covered

  • Pixar
  • film critique
  • emotional storytelling
  • animation
  • legacy of film

Keywords

  • Up
  • Pixar
  • film critics
  • animation
  • emotional adventure
  • Carl Fredricksen
  • Best Picture nomination
  • grief
  • humor

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Pixar, Mousterpiece Melodies

Books & works: Up

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