Elz Tells

In the final episode of Elz Tells season 3, we explore the Toy Story franchise and how it evolved from a groundbreaking animated film into one of the most beloved series of all time. We revisit each movie - comparing their themes, character arcs, and impact, while debating which installment stands out the most.We share our personal reactions to the films and how they’ve held up over the years. Finally, we break down the Toy Story 5 trailer, giving our first impressions and discussing whether this new chapter feels like an exciting continuation or an unnecessary return.Join us for nostalgia, reactions and reviews all about Toy Story.

Elz Tells Season 3 Episode 9 ✨ Best of Biopics 🎬 In this episode, we put the spotlight on some of the biggest biopics! For example, Better Man, Rocketman, Elvis and Bohemian Rhapsody. We discuss the best and worst of biopics - What makes a good biopic? Is it a transformative performance, a compelling structure, or staying true to real events? And on the flip side, when does creative license go too far? We debate whether accuracy matters more than cinematic flair, and which films strike the perfect balance.We also tackle the bigger questions: Is it okay to make a biopic without someone’s permission? And which artists or public figures would we most want to see brought to the screen next?

Elz Tells Season 3 Episode 8 ✨ The Sequel Curse 🎬 Let's talk about sequels - are they an easy quick money maker? Why is it hard to make a successful sequel? In this episode, we discuss the successful sequels from Disney and Pixar but also the movies that give sequels a bad name like Mean Girls 2 or Cars 2. Are sequels doomed to be compared to their original movie and do audiences have expectations that are just too high?

Elz Tells Season 3 Episode 7 ✨ Comfort Movies and TV 🎬 In this episode, we’re talking all things comfort movies and TV. Which movies do we go back to again and again? From Disney favourites like Toy Story and Mulan to iconic feel-good films like She’s the Man, The Princess Diaries, Mrs. Doubtfire, and Mean Girls. Chick flick to comedy, why do we love these movies so much? We discuss our comfort actors and actresses that instantly feel like a movie is in safe hands with. Robin Williams, Julie Andrews, Jackie Chan, Morgan Freeman, Tom Hanks and more.We also dive into comfort shows like Gilmore Girls, Friends, and How I Met Your Mother. Settle in, this episode is all about feel-good vibes.

Elz Tells Season 3 Episode 6 ✨ Pixar's 40th Anniversary 🎬 To celebrate one of our favourite animation studios turning 40, this week we discuss all things Pixar! Our favourite movies, old vs new Pixar and the future of the studio.

Elz Tells Season 3 Episode 5 ✨ The Oscars - Do we care about them? 🎬 Are we still watching the Oscars or just checking the winners online the next morning? Do the Oscars show us the ultimate gold standard Hollywood has to offer? In this episode, we discuss the buzz around the 2026 Academy Awards including nominees, snubs and what makes an Oscar-worthy movie. We dive into the previous Best Animated Feature winners from The Walt Disney Company and Pixar Animation Studios. We love hearing the under dog speeches and stories from creative people who have worked hard to be recognised. Let's discuss all things Oscars!

Adam Sandler has given us decades of laughs, heart, and endless quotable moments! In this episode, we’re showing the Sandman some love by ranking his Top 10 movies. From goofy, feel-good classics to surprisingly emotional favourites, we’re celebrating the films that made us laugh the hardest, smile the widest, and cry the most. We delve into why some people dislike Adam Sandler movies, his recent move to more serious roles and discuss his best on-screen moments.

Elz Tells Season 3 Episode 3 ✨ Let's talk all things Stranger Things! The cultural phenomenon it has been, the controversial finale season and the epic ride it has been! We feel lucky to have experienced this in real-time! Without a doubt, Stranger Things is a pivotal element of modern day TV. Let's discuss the impact it's had, rank the series and address the wave of internet hate.

Elz Tells Season 3 Episode 2 ✨ Top 10 Disney Soundtracks of all-time! Let's discuss Disney music but specifically... albums! There are many great Disney songs but which whole album tops our chart? How many good songs does it take to make an impressive Disney LP? From Alan Menken to Randy Newman, Kristen Anderson-Lopez, Lin Manuel-Miranda and more - Join us to find out which Disney soundtrack is the best of all-time!

SEASON 3 IS HERE! Elz Tells Season 3 Episode 1 dives into the best and worst on-screen couples across TV and film, examining what makes fictional relationships resonate—or fall completely flat. We look at popular examples like the evolving dynamics of couples in Stranger Things, the high-stakes romance of Katniss and Peeta in The Hunger Games, and the long-running relationship arcs in Friends. We also highlight enduring movie pairings such as Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore, whose repeated collaborations sparked genuine chemistry on screen. Alongside the successes, we break down mismatched or poorly written couples and discuss why some romances never quite worked. From writing and casting to chemistry and storytelling, this episode explores how on-screen relationships shape the stories we remember.

In this special New Year episode of Elz Tells, Elz and her husband/co-host Nikon ring in the new year with a fast, funny rundown of everything that made 2025 unforgettable in movies, tv and music. From the body-swap chaos of Freakier Friday to the tear-soaked goodbye of Downton Abbey: The Finale, plus the never-ending parade of new Marvel projects, they break down the year’s biggest screen moments with equal parts enthusiasm and friendly bickering.Top TV of 2025 including Apple TV's Stick and Disney+'s Chad Powers. Music had its own main-character era too — Sabrina Carpenter dominated, Taylor Swift reinvented (again), and Mumford & Sons came back swinging. Expect laughs, hot takes, and just enough chaos to close out the year in true Elz Tells fashion.Toast to 2025 with the duo who watched it all so you didn’t have to.

Elz Tells is back for a Christmas Special! We compare old vs new Christmas movies — from classics like Miracle on 34th Street to favourites like Elf and Home Alone. What makes a Christmas movie? We also chat about the best Christmas TV specials, including Gavin and Stacey and Doctor Who, and share our go-to Christmas songs that set the perfect holiday mood.Join us for cosy, fun, nostalgia and more!

In the final episode of season 2 of Elz Tells, we talk all about Movies That Didn't Deserve to Flop! Some films crash and burn at the box office - but why do great movies sometimes fail to find their audience? This week, we’re diving into the misunderstood, mismarketed, and totally underrated movies that deserved so much better.We’re talking Treasure Planet, Elio, Better Man, and even The Shawshank Redemption — all box office “flops” that proved timing and marketing can make or break a masterpiece. From disastrous campaigns to the magic of a second life on streaming, we’re separating the flops from the forgotten gems.

In this spooky special episode of Elz Tells, we dive deep into the dark world of horror movies, spooky cinema, and the chilling allure of murder documentaries. From classics and supernatural tales to real-life mysteries that haunt our minds, we’re talking about what makes us hate being scared. 👹 Why are we obsessed with horror? 🎬 Scary movies that still haunt us like Sinister, The Hills Have Eyes, Final Destination and more 🎃 Spooky Not Scary like Tim Burton movies, Corpse Bride and more🕵️‍♀️ True crime documentaries that left us speechless!

In episode 8 of Elz Tells season 2, we dive deep into the world of adaptations — how stories evolve when they jump from page to screen, console to the big screen, or any medium in between. From blockbuster films based on bestselling novels to TV shows reimagined from video games, we explore what makes an adaptation work (or fail), and why some stories are told better the second time around.Join us as we discuss hits, flops, and the creative decisions that reshape characters, plots, and entire worlds. What makes a good adaptation? Is it easier to make a hit movie from a book? We discuss: Lord of the Rings, Hunger Games, Disney theatrical, Harry Potter, Super Mario Movie, Minecraft and more! We also talk about K-Pop Demon Hunters because Nikon is obsessed with it!

In this episode of Elz Tells, we dive into the heartbreaking world of TV shows that were cancelled way too soon. From cult classics to hidden gems that never got the spotlight they deserved, we're breaking down the series that left us wanting more. Low ratings, the wrong streaming service or just bad timing, these shows had loyal fans and serious potential but were cut short before their time. Join us as we rant, reminisce, and maybe even spark hope for a revival. Spoiler alert: we're still not over some of these.We also explore shows that went on too long and deserved to be axe way before they hit their fifth season. Shows featured include: The Acolyte (Star Wars), Grimm, Gilmore girls, Gavin and Stacey, Stranger Things, Pushing Daisies and more!

Being A Disney Influencer! This week on Elz Tells, we dive into the details of Elz's social media pages. We discuss niches, being authentic, gifted and paid collabs, attending influencer events and much more. Is there money in influencing? What qualifies as an influencer? Join us as we spill the tea. Including tips on how to start as a content creator.

Let's discuss Underrated Disney Movies - everything from Brother Bear to Elio... Emperor's New Groove to Treasure Planet. Join us as we debate whether some films deserve to be considered underrated or not. There are some Disney movies that would make our top 10 best movies list but other people maybe haven't heard of or don't remember!

This week on Elz Tells, we discuss Original movies vs Sequels vs Live Action remakes. We review Disney Pixar's original movie Elio, Disney's Freakier Friday and the Live Action Lilo and Stitch. We discuss why new movies don't seem to do as well at the box office, is it lack of interest? Marketing budget? Join us as we discuss all this and more!

In this episode of Elz Tells, Elz interviews a very special guest... her dad! Known by some as Disney Elz Dad or Disco Dave the Rave, he gave Elz her knowledge and love of film and TV. Taking trips down memory lane about Walt Disney World, sharing top 5 TV series of all time and so much more.

Elz took part in a Would You Rather: Star Wars edition for LADBible. It was a great experience and fun to film. In this episode of Elz Tells, we read through hate comments, discuss Star Wars opinions, the Star Wars community and the internet. Remember to be kind!

Welcome back to another season of Elz Tells! Your favourite video podcast for all things movies, tv and media. We thought we'd start this season by talking about us! :) We give you an insight into our lives, how we met and some hilarious stories from our lives so far. We are excited to be back. This season you can expect more Disney and Star Wars chat, reviews on latest movies and tv... and so much more!

Welcome to another episode of Elz Tells. For the final episode of season 1, we discuss being a Disney collector. As you can tell, Elz has an obsession with collecting Disney merchandise - not just plush! From sentimental to financial value, the nature of being a collector and how other people view collectors.. we debate it all! Thank you for watching and listening to our new podcast this season, we will be back soon with season 2. Let us know what you'd like to see from Elz Tells!

Welcome to another episode of Elz Tells. This week, we are ranking the Top 10 Saddest moments in Disney and Pixar movies. We battle it out to decide which moment should land each spot in the Top 10 list. From Mufasa’s tragic end to Wade’s sacrifice in Elemental… see if you agree with our top picks for saddest Disney and Pixar moments. 

Elz Tells episode 8 dives into Disney Live Action Movies. Everything from Beauty and the Beast, Lady and the Tramp to Maleficent and Cruella. Are Disney live actions what the audience want? We give our no spoilers review of Disney's Snow White - the Live Action version with Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot. We discuss the controversies it faced prior to even being released. We rate it out of ten and pick apart elements like the soundtrack and styling.

In this episode of Elz Tells, we dive into everything Disney Store! The Disney Stores were a huge part of Elz’s childhood. We share our favourite memories and experiences, discuss the old stores and the transition to online. Why hasn’t Bob Iger brought back Disney Stores? Are flagship stores in places like London enough? Disney Stores were a key part of the Disney magic and we miss having them around, especially because getting to a Disney park isn’t always easy or cheap!

Top 10 Disney Princess Movies - a difficult topic but we are ready for the challenge. In this episode, we discuss who the official Disney princesses are and which movie is the best. We rank our Top 10... from The Little Mermaid and Cinderella to Sleeping Beauty and Pocahontas.

Who would attend your Dream Dinner Party? You can have any celebrity there, from any time or place. In this episode of Elz Tells, we discuss who would attend and where we would seat them. We debate everyone from Freddie Mercury and Sabrina Carpenter to Manny Jacinto and Samuel L Jackson. Just when you think the table is full, a new celebrity walks in... Robin Williams, Elvis Presley, Eddie Murphy - all legends, but will they make it to the function? Tune in to see our thoughts, which celebs we fight for and our epic final Dream Dinner Party table.

In this episode, Elz and Nikon discuss their Top 10 Pixar Movies. Ranking from the pool of 28 Pixar films, they also dive into honourable mentions, overrated and over hated. With some divisive opinions, shocking takes and a whole lot of love for Pixar movies - tune in to see the ultimate Top 10 Pixar movies. From Up and Wall-E to Toy Story and Finding Nemo, which Pixar film is the best?

Does streaming suck? In this episode of Elz Tells, we discuss all things streaming. From Netflix to Disney+ and Amazon prime. Is streaming convenient? Is it better? Are we sacrificing quality for quantity?We also dive into cinema etiquette and if physical media could make a comeback, just like vinyl records. This episode may make you regret parting with your DVD collection or appreciate your streaming subscriptions a lot more.

Top 10 Rom Coms! In this week's episode, we discuss ourTOP 10 ROMANTIC COMEDIES! We discuss what we consider to be a romantic comedy film, the recipe for a great rom-com and exchange our thoughts on which movies deserve to make top 10. From Notting Hill to When Harry Met Sally, failed love stories and friendship love stories - join us as we dive into the best romantic comedies out there.Controversial Corner this week is all about our ideal Valentine's Day gifts to receive.Happy Valentine's Day.

Welcome to our new show: Elz Tells! The perfect podcast if you enjoy movies, TV and all things geeky. For our first ever episode, we discuss being a Disney Adult. What is the definition of a Disney Adult? Why does the term feel negative and where does the hate come from? Disney Adults aren't that bad. Actually, we're really cool. We also introduce you to our segment 'Controversial Corner'. This is where we make a statement that could be considered controversial and we discuss it. We'll be uploading regularly and Elz Tells will soon become your favourite new podcast.