Tad Stones (Darkwing Duck, Chip 'n Dale, Aladdin)

This week on Toon’d In!, Jim Cummings welcomes the legendary animator, writer, director, and Darkwing Dad himself—Tad Stones! The creative force behind Darkwing Duck, Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers, Buzz Lightyear of Star Command, and the Aladdin sequels and series sits down for a no-holds-barred chat packed with passion, nostalgia, and a few myth-busting surprises (yes, we’re talking about Darkwing and Batman... again).

From his early days at Disney during the Eisner boom to crafting some of the most beloved Saturday morning staples of all time, Tad shares what it really took to bring these shows to life—story pitches, character development, late-night rewrites, and the moments that made it all worthwhile. He and Jim reflect on their collaborations, the evolution of TV animation, and why the heart behind the art still matters most.

🎬 Want to know how a legend helps create legends? Tune in and get Toon’d In!

🎟️ Meet Jim and Tad in person! Catch Jim Cummings at these upcoming conventions:

• Nostalgia Con (Houston, TX) – August 22-24
• SacAnime (Sacramento, CA) – August 29–31
• Amazing Art Expo (Las Vegas, NV) – September 12–14
• Nostalgia Con (Milwaukee, WI) – September 26–28
• Smoky Mountain Anime Fest (Gatlinburg, TN) – October 17–19
• Armageddon Expo (New Zealand) - October 24-27
• Supanova Comic Con Adelaide (Australia) - October 31 - November 2
• Supanova Comic Con Brisbane (Australia) - November 7-9
• Nostalgia Con (New Orleans, LA) – November 21–23
• Nostalgia Con (Salt Lake City, UT) – March 13–14, 2026

Stay Toon'd for more appearances—because these legends are just getting started!

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