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Aug 2022
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The Emperor's New Groove & Other Underra...

Madison Zimmerman & Emily Steidl
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In episode 49 of Reel Friends, Madison & Emily are feeling the rhythm with 'The Emperor's New Groove' & Other Underrated Animated Films. Join them as they proclaim Yzma Disney's funniest villain and how this film kicked of Disney's "post-renaissance" era with an underrated bang. Plus, join us next week for a special season finale joined by LIGHT THE FUSE.

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