I very much appreciate that Paul branched out to all cinema instead of only Disney. There are so many movies I’ve loved over the years that I never knew were based on books. After listening to Paul talk about them in great detail, I’ve gone back and listened to the audiobooks which made me appreciate the stories even more. How much more have I missed throughout my life? Guess I’ll stay tuned for the next episode.

This is a great podcast. I love listening to how the movie and the book differs and how they are the same. Good listen every time. I can’t wait for the rescuers episode!!

The host perfectly balances entertainment and information about each of these stories. The production, sound affects, research, and editing are all absolutely flawless. Every episode feels like an absolute treasure. It reminds me of when my dad used to tell me stories at bed time. I hope this pod lasts forever ❤️

This has always been one of my favorite favorite favorite shows since Paul’s first year of making it. To everyone who is listening, leaving hateful reviews full of spit and vinegar, PLEASE take a chill pill. There are 10 trillion podcasts in production. I’m sure you can find more than enough that like to be petty and vindictive without a second of reflection that you can enjoy. I go to Paul and his podcast for a layman’s take on classic/outdated/difficult-to-read stories as well as a thorough exploration of their plots and characters. I love the way he explains how these stories have changed overtime or been adapted into new mediums and I love to hear how some of the details of those stories have been manipulated or misunderstood over time. I laugh, I think, I learn, and I relax. I listen while I’m driving, when I have a migraine, when I’m doing chores, and when I’m having trouble falling asleep (or falling back to sleep). If you listen and it’s just not for you, cool. Take a breath and move on. For me, the show has always made the moment easier.

I’ve been listening to this podcast for years, & enjoy every episode. Even the stories I’ve never had any interest in are enjoyable in this podcast. I enjoy the different perspectives given between the written stories and the movies. I’ve listened to several episodes more than once. I have recommended to several others, as this is definitely one of my favorite podcasts. 📖📽️📻

Heartbreaking to see such nasty comments. I happen to stumble upon this podcast may be early last year and I have loved it every moment. The way he tells a story really paints a picture and I do like the hard work that goes into every story I hope everything gets better! Much love

Update: years have gone by, the show now encompasses more than Disney and … it’s still the same excellent show it has always been. Out of curiosity I looked through the 1-star reviews and frankly they are embarrassing — most aren’t even in good faith. This remains one of my favorite podcasts and an easy recommendation for those interested in storycraft, cinema, movies, myths, Disney, or disquisition. —————— Entertainment meets education. Walt would be pleased. Of course it is targeted toward Disney fans, but anyone with an interest in storycraft, myth, or literature will find this thorough show worthwhile. I could see a couple of the episodes (Alice in Wonderland, say) being assigned listening in a college English course. Easily a favorite among the many podcasts I consume. And Disney fans ... it has all sorts of spunk and trivia. I also appreciate the way the show is able to poke fun at Disney without ever mocking or demeaning.

Been listening since the days of the DSO podcast, and having this guy in my earbuds is like having a friend/fellow Disnerd/favorite professor discuss my favorite movies and books. Always a delight whenever I tune in.

I’ve listened to Paul re-tell many stories over and over again. His production level has always been unmatched! Easy, casual, and compelling listening. This is my favorite podcast!

After reading some of the reviews, I am in disbelief. If you are a Disney fan or other children based film buff or have kids, this is a great podcast for you. Bad Dad jokes and all, the caster delivers a great side by side commentary and comparison to source material these stories are based with audio clips that make it very entertaining. Over the years we have saved up episodes for road trips! I can’t throw any more praise on this show except to say, I am always looking forward to the next episode drop!

I discovered the Cinema Story Origins podcast thanks to the Walt Disney Sleepy Hollow episode—which is informative and entertaining! Paul gets into the history behind the original story by Washington Irving as well as the animated version we ultimately saw on the screen, as well as the differences between the two. I stuck around for several more, and this is such a lovely, thoughtful labor of love, and that comes through episode after episode. Paul speaks with a warm, friendly, and comforting tone, and he also is clearly having fun getting into the nuts and bolts of the story. Can recommend this one highly enough—just look for an episode or topic that grabs your attention (hey, I’m a sucker for gluttonous, colonial New York pedagogues who get weirded out by a little ol’ Hessian out there lookin for a top to chop).

I can’t recommend this podcast to people I know enough. Anyone into Disney at all or even just good storytelling is going to want to add this podcast to their playlist. Not only does Paul offer comparisons between the books and movies but his insight and analysis is smart and thorough. I rarely post or comment but Paul’s show is worth a little effort on my part to put some words out in support of his dedication and time for our edutainment.

I found this podcast back when there was only a handful of episodes and I have listened faithfully ever since. Paul is funny and informative and has even made me change my mind about a few of my less-favorite movies! He’s got me to go read books the movies were based on and deep dive into other aspects of movie making. So much fun to listen to!

I love The Cinema Story Origins Podcast. Paul does a great job of researching the stories. I love his story/character interpretations and his humor. You should give it a listen.

I have been a avid listener of this podcast since he first came out. If you’re always curious as what the background to any story to a movieis, specially Disney, you can find a hidden gem in this podcast. I’ve always enjoyed the way he gives us a full story like background of how movies were developed made, and what the actual story behind them is. Great work. Keep it up. For those of you out there who think if something is not for you that giving it a one star is helpful. It is not. If a podcast is not for you, but you still commented that it is amazing amazing in your review, you can, and should be labeled to troll. Thanks.

I have listened to this podcast since the beginning and love love love it! Paul does an amazing job with research, I feel like I'm in a college lit class, except it's super fun, informative and clever. I especially like listening to Paul read excerpts from the selected works, he is a wonderful storyteller.

I’ve listened to Paul since he first began his podcasting journey and he’s been terrific since day one. Regardless if it is or isn’t a Disney film I learn so much. I feel as if I’m in a cinema history class. And I love it. Please never stop. 🤟🏻

It's kinda loud even with my volume down. I like to listen to podcast to help me sleep but this may make me wake up. It's not right or meant for me. Others may disagree. I hope you understand that you have a amazing podcast I bet it just doesn't feel right to me or for me. I don't mean any harm or to be rude I am just giving my opinion on this podcast. Please no hurt feelings. ❤

Hello… long time listener first time caller… this show is easily the best and most informative as well as entertaining show on the origins of stories compared to their books for our favorite franchises starting in Disney and now beyond with CSO!!! I cannot recommend this show more!! Paul is witty and informative and his production value is ridiculously high for something he claims is a small operation… If you are a fan of the idea of learning what the real stories behind the Disney classics are because like me you know they’re sanitized for modern audiences and you want to hear the Grimm back origin of fairy tales compared to a modern light… this is the show for you!!! Sincerely, Another podcast that is all about that Nerd life Distance NERDing

one of the best Disney podcasts I’ve ever found!! I’ve listened to every episode at least three times. Truly a masterpiece of Disney!! Never stop doing what you love!!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

This is the best podcast I’ve ever listened to! I love old cartoons and movies and their origins, so this is TOTALLY my thing! My favorite episode is Alice in wonderland part 2.

This show is SO fun and we’ll made! I love getting the side by side story lines and the host is fantastic & funny! Fun to hear the similarities and differences truly side-by-side! Thank you so much for the great content 😊

I LOVE this podcast! It’s one of my favorites, and his humor is amazing. I’m really sorry for all the hate emails you get, I think this is a really good podcast and that you deserve better. I recommend the Willy Wonka episode, it’s my favorite!

Love his humor - even when he rants. Extremely well done podcast and very interesting! Looking forward to everything you do, thank you for keeping me entertained at work!

Cool podcast but it needs more stories

The research and effort put into all of this show is so impressive. Thanks for all the production and details. I listen to every episode. Love the commentary and readers opinion.

Me and my girlfriend are extremely picky about our podcasts. We listen to this podcast nightly and love hearing about how our favorite stories came to be. The speaker has a great voice and personality that is calming which is key in podcasts. We love it and please keep it up! We can tell how much effort is put in each episode and it’s so so soooo appreciated! 💛☮️💟

I absolutely love this podcast! I think Paul does a fantastic job breaking down the history/story origins, the books themselves and the films. I enjoy his commentary and various points of views. I feel like I’ve learned something from each episode and I love hearing about my favorite stories and childhood movies! 😊

I happened upon Paul and this podcast (in its Disney iteration) several years ago. It has the quality at or better than the well funded podcasts that are served up to everyone in the suggested podcast feeds. There is so much good stuff to review about. The world needs more content like this, produced with the love and care that Paul gives it.

This is one of the first podcasts I ever starting listening to. The time, effort, research and love for the subject matter comes through in every episode! And haters…if you can’t handle someones opinion coming through once in awhile, maybe go check yourself! I have listened to episodes multiple times, and highly recommend this podcast not just for Disney fans, but fans in general of fun, heartwarming storytelling!!

Ive been listening for years. One thing i like about this pod is that the maker DOES GO BACK and edits out all the ums and ahhs (unlike SO MANY OTHER PODCASTERS). Keep it up!

The host puts in a lot of time and love into these episodes. He has a great personality for this and I love learning about these stories I’ve heard all my life.

This is such a great podcast. I had gotten out of listening to it a little bit, but just started up again with the Willy Wonka/Charlie and the chocolate factory episode and it’s just so good. I’m glad that Paul has gotten to branch out into other favorites out of the Disney catalog. It’s a joy to listen too and super interesting.

I started with Aladdin and I CAN NOT STOP. Amazing 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩 I’m listening to an episode as I’m writing this 🤣🤣🤣

Truly a great podcast! It’s apparent that he has a passion for Disney movies and does thorough research before a recording. The soundtrack he incorporates with each episode really brings the “Disney” feeling to life! There are a few rants here and there about his personal life, but it really brings to light the struggle that comes with pursuing a career in the field of media. The author of this podcast has pure talent and I am just waiting for the moment to hear that all his hard work has paid off! He really has so much potential and talent which makes each and every episode a pleasure to listen to!

I like Disney and this podcast but I think you can improve this podcast by shortening the episode runtimes a bit. Can you please make a frozen 2, Zootopia and a Moana and big hero 6, Eternals and Shang Chi and the Legend of the 10 rings T Th The The b The be The bes The best The bes The be The b The Th T

If you’re like,” omg so bad, immature rant about bloggers, ugh so gruss.” Get out. No one likes you. It’s rude, childish, and slightly abusive. This show is amazing, and your ‘critique’ is just hate. Shut up. But seriously this is literally the only podcast I listen to and I have zero ways to make it better. Period sis.

Give me the facts not your opinions.

I’ve now almost caught up with every episode that’s been released and continue to be so charmed by this podcast with each listen. The amount of effort to research the stories, draft a script, and find the right sound bites is straight up impressive. I feel like this show is so well produced. If you are a fan of storytelling, this really is perfect for you. The comfort and coziness (for lack of better words lol) of the episodes make you feel like you are back in elementary school sitting in a circle on the floor while your teacher reads you a story and you lose track of all time. Keep it up, this podcast is such a gem.

Great podcast !! Love it much all very good and so interesting too !! 👋🏻👋🏻👋🏻👋🏻👋🏻 thank you 👋🏻💕 do jaws and anything else you like you really do good stories whatever movies you do Good job & glad your better thank you Thanks again love Donna 👋🏻👋🏻💕

This is just pure, unadulterated delight in podcast form. Listen and gain a deeper appreciation of great stories or be introduced to new ones in a funny, personable, enchanting way. Love the host!

Well researched, detailed and entertaining. Love all the comparisons and unabashed respect for Disneyification😊

Hope they dig up some more interesting stories in 2022

Love the comparisons~ I really submerge myself in the stories especially as I’m falling asleep. I replay some episodes just to catch the details I missed during my night routines or if I fall asleep mid episode (it’s not cause it’s boring, it just relaxes me as I imagen the stories)~ it my perfect relaxing story of every night~ relaxing ✨

I look forward to this podcast every month and will be helping them out by pledging a monthly donation via patreon. It really helped me get through the last year or so and I thank all the creators and producers immensely <3

I love this

I stumbled across this podcast on Tuesday and by Thursday i have listened to every episode. I love these in depth tellings of my favorite Disney films.

i found this podcast out of nowhere and now i cant stop listening and learning about shows that i liked when i was a child, keep up the good work paul !

I love this podcast, the creator is very insightful and I love the way he reads searches for each episode and goes into history of the story not to mention historical context of how the movie and book made. It is the best and he is very funny, I hope this will continue at least into the next decade. Thank you for all your hard work Paul😄

I love Disney and I love history, this blends two of my favorite things! I’m only on the Frozen episode but it’s so captivating, I love how he tells the story and he has a good voice. I get picky about narrators so I’m glad that I’m able to listen to a great podcast with an amazing narrator!