Steve Loter Interviews (Transcripts)

[dracko19]

Steve Loter Live Chat Transcript 04/08/06
This interview took place at the SDS chat forum

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[17:30] JM: Hi, Mr. Loter!
[17:30] Sharzei: Good evening, Mr. Loter.
[17:30] Sheevil: hello mr loter
[17:30] anitrain: Welcome Mr. Loter
[17:30] PhilMatu: hi Mr. Loter!
[17:30] CadetBowlingPin: HI, Mr. Loter!
[17:31] Steve: Yo. Testing...is this thing on?
[17:31] PhilipElthorpe: Hiya, Dude!
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[17:31] Sharzei: This thing is, in fact, on.
[17:31] RyuOni: Yup, you're wired up and rearing to go
[17:31] Steve: How is everyone doing?
[17:31] PhilMatu: yep you are on
[17:31] Sharzei: Great!
[17:31] anitrain: And right on time.
[17:31] PhilipElthorpe: Fine.
[17:31] PhilMatu: great!
[17:31] RyuOni: I'm fine thanks, and yourself?
[17:31] Sharzei: And, hopefully, you are too.
[17:31] JM: Doing quite well, thanks. Good to see you here.
[17:31] QuinSeparable: Great thanks. And you?
[17:31] gary1333: Very on time!
[17:31] CadetBowlingPin: I'm good, Steve! hey, any chance of an mha chat anytime soon?
[17:31] Steve: Doing good. Pretty tired. Lots of work between Dragon and Kim.
[17:32] Sharzei: Both awesome shows.
[17:32] PhilipElthorpe: Yeah.
[17:32] JM: Definitely.
[17:32] CadetBowlingPin: i agree
[17:32] Sharzei: Mr. Loter, just to clear this up front...
[17:32] PhilMatu: great shows, you do a very good job!
[17:32] Sharzei: You are NOT answering S4 questions, right?
[17:32] Steve: We can discuss a chat on MHA in the near future
[17:32] CadetBowlingPin: OK, that would be great, thanks.
[17:32] Steve: I can answer 'some' season 4 questions
[17:32] Sharzei: Some? As in, not-too-spoiler-ific?
[17:33] Steve: Yeah, not too much spoiler.
[17:33] CadetBowlingPin: steve, if it's ok, i do have a question.
[17:33] Sharzei: CadetBowlingPin - you are to PM an OP your question.
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[17:33] CadetBowlingPin: oops.
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[17:33] Steve: Go right ahead with a question
[17:33] Sharzei: Okay, so...if the ops would please silence everyone...we can get the show on

the road.
[17:33] CadetBowlingPin: hey, PVMC
[17:34] CadetBowlingPin: can i ask first, please, sharzei?
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[17:34] Sharzei: Alright, that's fine.
[17:34] CadetBowlingPin: thanks
[17:34] CadetBowlingPin: steve, i'm looking into va'ing, do you have any tips for me?
[17:35] CadetBowlingPin: (for what it's worth i am from a very small town)
[17:35] Steve: Va is voice acting, right?
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[17:35] CadetBowlingPin: correct
[17:35] CadetBowlingPin: (i meant getting work tips, btw)
[17:36] Steve: Voice acting is very difficult to get into. You need an agent and a lot of the

best voice actors can do a range of voices.
[17:36] Steve: Make a demo reel and try to get an agent. Show range in your reel.
[17:36] CadetBowlingPin: would i be able to send samples thru the internet to potential

agents?
[17:37] Steve: Internet is pretty informal. I'd make a CD and mail it
[17:37] CadetBowlingPin: Gotcha, thankS
[17:37] Sharzei: Can I go next?
[17:37] CadetBowlingPin: (mods, feel free to de-op (or whatever, not good at irc terms) me and

i'll pm further questions
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[17:38] Sharzei: An American Dragon question, if I may, Steve.
[17:38] Steve: Sure
[17:38] Sharzei: Is the Korean Dragon a male or female? (Of course, if you're allowed to tell.

We need more female dragons that aren't evil and/or too young to fully use their powers.)
[17:38] Steve: Korean dragon is Sun Park, female.
[17:39] Sharzei: Thank you, Steve. I'm excited. Whee.
[17:39] Steve: She's an adult.
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[17:40] Binski: next up is Anitrain... then Gary1333...
[17:40] anitrain: Um, I don;'t have a question at the moment.
[17:40] anitrain: *don't
[17:40] Binski: ok Gary...
[17:40] Binski: ?
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[17:41] gary1333: ok
[17:41] Binski: and then Laur....
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[17:42] Steve: Anything else?
[17:42] ahwm: RavenStar had one
[17:43] JM: Two, actually.
[17:43] ahwm: well start with one
[17:43] ahwm:
[17:44] RavenStar: oh, hey, +v....hold on
[17:44] Steve: I'm amazed you guys dont have more questions!
[17:44] Binski: Uncle_Kai: I have a question about Disney-Series in non-US-Countries. How

involed is Disney in the process of tranlation/preparing for a series like Kim Possible in a

non-english Language? Is there a quality-managment or specific guidelines? Or is Disney

letting the involved TV-Stations handle the whole process of translation themself?
[17:45] anitrain: Everyone, please be ready to ask your question when you are called on.
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[17:45] RavenStar: Is there any possibility of a KP score CD ever coming out?
[17:46] Steve: Disney has different divisions in different countries. Each division is

responsible for translating the shows. We deliver the shows early for this particular reason.

For instance, the first Dragon delivered last week, eventhough it airs in June.
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[17:47] Steve: I think a KP score CD by Adam would be great, I'm not sure Disney thinks there

is a market for it.
[17:47] Sheevil: Hello Mr Loter nice to meet you
[17:47] Steve: Hi
[17:48] Sheevil: sorry about that. Ok the only question i have to ask is really from my

boyfriend who couldn't be here today.
[17:48] Steve: Go right ahead.
[17:49] Sheevil: Ok season 4 is in production now i guess. But would it ever be possible to

make a computer game of Kim Possible on one of the next generation consoles.
[17:49] Sheevil: As KP has the makings of a great game and other less worthy shows already

have ps2 xbox games
[17:49] Steve: You mean Xbox or PS3? No plans at this time, but I'd play it.
[17:50] Sheevil: Is there a reason Sir
[17:50] Sheevil: as really the GBA has run its corse as a medum
[17:50] Steve: I think they feel KP being primarily for children is better suited for gameboy

or DS
[17:51] Sheevil: ok thank you
[17:51] JM: This question is from RavenStar: Which animation studio/studios will be animating

KP's fourth season?
[17:51] anitrain: I'd like to point out that this issue is on our list of things to ask Disney

for on Save KP day (today)
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[17:51] Steve: I dont know how well 'kid'titles do on PS or Xbox
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[17:51] Steve: Some of the studios are being worked out right now and we are negoitating. Ask

me again in a 2 months.
[17:52] ahwm: CadetBowlingPin: oh, here we go. is ron's new sibling a boy or a girl and is it

a permanent fixture?
[17:53] Steve: That announcement was early and tentative. Though it was real, things may

change.
[17:54] ahwm: PhilipElthorpe: Any villains not returning in Season 4?
[17:55] Steve: Not intentionally. We wanted a few new villians this season.
[17:55] Steve: Frugal Lucre is back.
[17:55] Sharzei: ...wow. I'm sorry, I had to say that. Just wow. He rocked.
[17:56] Steve: Check how 'different' he will look from episode to episode
[17:56] anitrain: Is he different on purpose?
[17:56] Steve: Yeah, it's a funny running joke.
[17:57] Binski: Steve, I'm one many 'not in the tween' age fans of KP. To whom would we

contact to inform them that an older audience would like to see merchandise geared for them?
[17:58] Steve: So would I! I believe there will be a re-launch of KP merchandise in the

future.
[17:58] Binski: And moreso, how would we convince them that there is a market?
[17:58] Steve: Contact Consumer Products. Or the 'Disney Store'
[17:59] Sharzei: RyuOni asks: How are you going to incorporate Kim and Ron's relationship

whilst still keeping the fighting tense without them being too worried for each other for it

to be out of character? (Might be spoilerific, but if it is, you don't have to answer.)
[17:59] anitrain: Thank you Steve. I'll have that up on help.savedisneyshows.org by the

end of the day
[18:00] Steve: The relationship has been very carefully addressed this season.
[18:00] Steve: There are pros and cons of fighting alongside your boyfriend/girlfriend
[18:01] Binski: If you have a question for Steve, PM me....
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[18:02] JM: Question from PhilMatu: "Why do some foreign episodes like "And the Molerat Will

Be CGI" air in foreign countries before the US"?
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[18:02] Steve: Y'know, I just don't know. We have no control over that. I was VERY surprised

to hear 'Drama' was edited overseas.
[18:03] JM: If I might ask, how was it edited?
[18:03] Steve: I have not seen the cut, so I can't comment exactly.
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[18:04] Steve: In fact, I don't think I want to see the cut!
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[18:05] ahwm: ShawnEvans: How do we get more Kim Possible product in different mediums (books,

CDs, comics, games, theme park attractions, etc.)? Some people who've asked Disney for things,

like a movie, have receieved form letters saying they can't use their idea.
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[18:05] anitrain: (I've gotten one of those letters, and had mentioned no specific ideas)
[18:06] Steve: Well, I would think that if Disney knows there is a market for things, they

will produce things for it.
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[18:06] Binski: [18:02] Laur: Will there be any new promotional artwork or new songs this

season?
[18:06] Steve: If you are submitting ideas for an episode or something like that, we can not

accept it. MANY legal issues.
[18:07] Steve: Yeah, I'll be doing some new promo art in the near future.
[18:07] Steve: Not sure about new songs, yet.
[18:08] JM: Question from RavenStar: Have you heard any news on new DVD sets (especially boxed

sets)?
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[18:08] Steve: Since the first season is on itunes, I would like to think it may be in the

future, but I have not heard anything. Sorry!
[18:09] Sharzei: Well, there is a "mystery" DVD in May...
[18:09] Steve: By the way, it's a mystery to me, too.
[18:10] ahwm: CadetBowlingPin: how long is kp contracted for again? just 22 eps? is there a

possibility of a 5th season? (i'd be grateful with 22 eps, but it might be nice to know that

wouldn't be all the new i was seeing)
[18:10] Steve: Just 22 at this point. Dragon is 31.
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[18:11] anitrain: How long do you think both series should go Steve?
[18:11] Steve: As long as it's fresh. Dragon could defientley go longer than 31. We've set-up

a lot of story
[18:12] Sharzei: From RyuOni: I've been watching "Justice League Unlimited" and their fight

scenes have been increased and have definately improved the sequences, can we expect the same

of KP or is she going to stick with the same old moves?"
[18:13] Steve: Expect new moves. We hired a bunch of 'Teen Titans' storyboard artists.
[18:13] Binski: Sheevil: Is shego returning
[18:13] Steve: Oh, yes.
[18:14] Binski: Snaaake: Megatron (from RS.net) wanted to know if Steve knew when Season 4 may

premiere in Australia
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[18:14] Steve: Don't know any international airing dates. Sorry!
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[18:15] Binski: Pardon me, but this has been bothering me quite a bit and I can't find a tood

answer.... What do you do? What's your role? Sorry if that sounds dumb, but I just don't

know....
[18:15] Binski: *good
[18:16] Steve: Well, I'm the director and producer of Kim and the director and executive

producer of Dragon. And I like toast.
[18:16] Binski: Well what does a producer produce?
[18:16] Sharzei: Steve, you are the man.
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[18:17] Binski: and an executive producer produces how is that different than executive

producer.
[18:17] Steve: Well, a producer produces the show. You are not only involved in the artistic

side of it, you are also involved on the business side of it. (Budgets, hiring etc.)
[18:18] Binski: Hiring? you looking for a gopher? )
[18:18] Steve: Not much difference between Producer and Exec Producer. Longer title?
[18:19] ahwm: PhilipElthorpe: Do you believe the people who say that the show jumped the shark

with what happened during the fight at the end of So The Drama?
[18:19] Steve: Not a gopher, but a fully grown muskrat. Sorry!
[18:20] Binski: Nuts! I don't have the right training!
[18:20] Steve: I'm looking foward to jumping that shark. I've got my Fonzie leather jacket all

ready!
[18:20] Sharzei: Steve, you are still, in fact, the man.
[18:20] anitrain: LOL! Good one Steve.
[18:21] ahwm: CadetBowlingPin: and another question....will there be any new changes, such as

haircuts, for the main characters (that would last the whole season)
[18:21] Steve: Characters need to grow and evolve. Otherwise it's stale.
[18:22] Steve: You'll see some new stuff this season. Anything further would venture into

spoiler-land.
[18:22] Sharzei: Uncle Kai asks: Will there be changes in character-design?
[18:22] Steve: The core designs will stay the same, but I am modifying a few things.
[18:23] Steve: Steve Silver is doing some of his finest work.
[18:23] Sharzei: Also...
[18:23] Sharzei: And RyuOni asks: "Steve, what is your position on Live-Action Kim Possible,

with real actors. And do you think it is possible with present-day actors?"
[18:24] Steve: Well, I like to think of animation as an caricature of real life. Kim (for me)

is about great stories and cool designs.
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[18:25] anitrain: So, you're not going to answer the question?
[18:25] Steve: I'm not exactly sure how it would translate into live action. Rufus would be

tricky.
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[18:26] JM: Question from RavenStar: Any tips for someone who wishes to direct animation

sometime in the future? Like, how much caffeine do we need to drink to stay on deadline?
[18:27] Steve: Animation directing is very time consuming. It's like juggling spinning plates.
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[18:28] Binski: gary1333: I noticed in Team Impossible Ron's behavior was somewhat "off". He

seemed a little goofier than usual. Was there a reason for this? Can we expect this in s4?
[18:28] Binski: Note: If you have any questions for Steve, please IM them to an OP.... We're

taking turns posting your questions...
[18:28] Steve: Um, I didnt think so. It was the very last thing we did, so maybe we were

feeling a little goofy ourselves.
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using /msg command.
[18:30] Binski: Laur: Question: I heard Ashley Tisdale is playing a villian. Is this true?

Can you give the name of the villain? If you're not allowed it's fine.
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[18:31] Steve: I'm going to pass on that question at this time. Sorry. I'm really a nice guy.
[18:31] Sharzei: (By the way, Steve: HUGE props to you for Tisdale.)
[18:31] JM: Question from RavenStar: Being from Teen Titans fandom, can you reveal the TT

storyboarders' names?
[18:32] Steve: James Yang has been boarding for me since Dragon.
[18:32] Steve: Calvin Lee and a few others.
[18:33] ahwm: CadetBowlingPin: so then, if a new story arc were revealed kp could last longer?
[18:33] Steve: I think it's up to the ratings.
[18:34] anitrain: Question: Are there plans for any more unusual villian team ups (Such as

what happened in ASiT)?
[18:34] Steve: Yes.

[dracko19]

**continued**

[18:34] Binski: shegorocksno1: and is it true that Monique will join Team Possible
[18:34] Steve: Monique plays a much larger role this season.
[18:35] Sharzei: From RyuOni: Were all the hints throughout the series intentional, such as

the "No on 65" sign in Ron's room in "So The Drama" showing that the KP crew doesn't want it

to end?
[18:36] Steve: Yep. There's a lot of in-jokes. Quite a few no one's noticed.
[18:36] anitrain: Care to point out a few?
[18:38] Steve: Nick Filippi is a favorite target of mine. Nick is a storyboard artist and

director. He appears on a poster in Drakken's shampoo episode and on the TV pulling out a fish

(A bigger in joke) in bad boy.
[18:39] JM: Do any of those in jokes feature flamingoes? From Yuri.
[18:39] Steve: No, but flamingoes are wicked cool.
[18:39] Sharzei: drako19 asks: Steve, as you know KP has a huge adult following who are

overanalyzing every possible aspect of the show. Do you have any planned subtleties/easter

eggs for us adults is season 4 who look a LOT more closely at these shows than kids?
[18:39] Steve: Expect some flamingo in-jokes in the near future.
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[18:40] Sharzei: drako19: Steve, do you have any plans to clean up some loose items from the

first 3 seasons? Like, whatever happened to Zita? Frugal Lucre's vow to return. Etc..
[18:41] Steve: Well, now I'm OBSESSED with flamingo's. A few in-jokes keeps us fresh, so

expect a few
[18:41] anitrain: Flamingos rock.
[18:41] Steve: Yep. Some loose ends tied up.
[18:42] Binski: ShawnEvans: So Monique joining Team Possible is only 1 episode, right?
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[18:42] Steve: Well, Monique is...... AH! You almost got me! C'mon, spoilers, my man!
[18:43] Binski: Snaaake: How do you see Dr Drakken, as a villian (Bits of Dr Evil from Austin

powes, Bits of Rowan Atikinson) can you name them?
[18:44] Steve: Well, Drakken is very Dr. Evil and was always meant to be a caricature of those

over-the-top scientist villians. I was glad to show his more capable evil side in 'Drama',

though.
[18:44] Binski: PhilipElthorpe: Why does Rufus seem to have a extremely long lifespan for a

animal?
[18:45] Steve: Well, Rufus is like a goldfish. We keep replacing him after he 'passes on' when

Mark and Bob arent looking.
[18:45] JM: Question from RavenStar: Any chance of anime references in KP's fourth season,

through either visuals or dialogue? Or was the Akira one in Exchange it? Any chance of a Power

Rangers-type parody down the line?
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[18:46] Steve: Well, I'm a HUGE fan of Shinichiro Watanbe of Cowboy Bebop and Samurai

Champloo. I don't watch too much other anime.
[18:47] Steve: Look for his work and ideas to be stolen by me in the near future!
[18:48] JM: RavenStar: Will we see the "shaky cam" as featured in many a Justice League

Unlimited action scene?
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[18:48] Steve: Yes, the hand held camera is used to great length in Dragon. Man, I thought I

was the first person in the US to rip that off!
[18:49] JM: This question is about Jake Long. I have heard that you were doing some character

redesigns. What changes might we see? Also, which animation studio(s) are doing the animation

for the new season?
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[18:50] Steve: Eric Wight and I redesigned the entire show. Characters, backgrounds,

everything.
[18:50] ahwm: note to newcomers: PM questions to Ops or Sharzei using /msg command.
[18:50] Steve: Rough Draft, Starburst, Jade and Wang will be doing the animation.
[18:50] Binski: Sheevil: is he going to be playing a more sereouse Roll in Team Possible
[18:50] Binski: he=RON
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[18:52] Steve: Not really. Ron is Ron.
[18:53] Sharzei: RyuOni: There's been a bit of debate on how the moodulator actually works.

Does it enhance feelings that are already there, or does it act as a sort of cupid's arrow in

which it "attacks" the first person it sees? If none of these, how do the moodulators work, in

a cartoon-physics sense?
[18:54] Steve: The moodulator does not enhance. It has settings. Shego was not necesarily in

love with Drakken. Sorry! (ducks for cover)....
[18:55] ahwm: cadetbowlingpin: do any of the adjl characters' looks change at all? (no, i'm

not obsessed with that i swear)
[18:55] Steve: Yes, they are all different.
[18:55] Binski: Do any of the KP character's look change?
[18:56] Steve: Nope. I'm pretty happy with KP's designs. I might change one of Drakken's toes.

I'm still thinking about it.
[18:56] Binski: gary1333: How many hours do you work per week? Do you even consider it work?

Or is it one of those "I can't wait to get to work" jobs?.
[18:58] Steve: I average 45 hours a week. Sometimes it's 'work'. Most of the time, it's

rainbows and puppies.
[18:58] JM: Dracko19: This is a really important question for Steve.....Steve, This is

dracko19, Moderator of ronstoppable.net's forum. I've been trying to get hold of you via ARA

PM system. Have you gotten my msgs regarding your account at our forum? If not, how can I

get hold of you?
[18:59] Steve: Hi dracko19, I have gotten your message. I'm sorry I have not responded, but

I'm still a little weirded out by what happened on RS.net.
[19:00] JM: RavenStar: What studios are used (or were used, for past seasons) to do VA

recordings? And do you sit in on those recordings?
[19:00] Steve: Sometimes I do. I'm not sure I should say where, though. They have good snacks.
[19:01] JM: RavenStar: Is Mrs. Possible still Mrs. Dr. Possible? Or will she have a first name

this season? And if she does, is it Anne?
[19:02] Steve: Possibly. No pun intended. Oh, who am I kidding, it's intended!
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[19:02] JM: Yuri: "Any chance Shego could sing?"
[19:02] anitrain: ^ We'd all like to see/hear that.
[19:03] Steve: I've wanted to do an all music episode since I saw Buffy's 'Once More With

Feeling'.
[19:03] anitrain: Do it!
[19:03] anitrain:
[19:03] Steve: Musicals are VERY expensive.
[19:04] anitrain: Then cut corners elsewere.
[19:04] JM: PhilMatu: Did steve and all the creators have ideas for season 4 before it even

was even renewed?
[19:05] Steve: When we finished 'So The Drama', I thought we were completely finished. I did

not know whaqt would/could happen next.
[19:05] ahwm: Beaglebub: Steve, I heard you have a lot of KP collectibles. Which one is your

favorite?
[19:06] Steve: The Japanese Tomy figure is by far, the best representation of KP so far.
[19:06] ahwm: cadetbowlingpin: can you give us some insight as to new kp guest stars?
[19:07] Steve: I think we are going to focus more on the internal relationships between the

characters we have, than bring in a slew of new guys.
[19:08] Binski: Snaaake: Steve will you be voicing a character in Season 4?
[19:09] Steve: I have done temporary dialog for a lot of the characters that then gets replace

by the real actor. By the way, I'm terrible. Gary Cole had a rough time following my awful

acting.
[19:09] Binski: gary1333: Will we ever get to see Kim drive again?
[19:09] Steve: Oh, yes!!!! Look for 'THE SLOTH'!
[19:09] anitrain: ShawnEvans: If you had a Kim Possible/American Dragon crossover/special

episode, you could ask for a bigger budget and make that the musical
[19:10] ahwm: Is that an episode title?
[19:10] Steve: The Sloth is not an episode title. (Heh-heh)
[19:10] ahwm:
[19:10] Steve: A crossover episode probably would not have a higher budget.
[19:11] JM: RavenStar: Is there a chance of seeing an Evil Kim this season? Even just for one

ep? That, or the possible return of Zorpox the Conqueror?
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[19:11] Steve: I'm not sure, I thought we kinda run that course. Look for the 'evil Nick

Fillippi' though!
[19:12] Binski: claremylove: Wil the action step up in KP 4 trying to compete with DBZ and

other action based cartoons like Teen Titans And will KPs battle suit be a new gadgit in KP

4
[19:13] Steve: I think the action is better this season. We have free soda at the studio this

season, so I'm loading the guys up with the highest caffiene possible. Mountain Dew Extreme!
[19:13] Sharzei: Steve still rox.
[19:13] ahwm: officeguy1224: message: Steve, will we see any more of the Seniors in Season 4,

or was their last apperance in "And the Molerat will be CGI"?
[19:13] Binski: Was Frugal Lucre modeled after anyone in particular?
[19:14] Steve: No, we slightly re-designed him this season, to feel more like a 'lead'. Don't

worry, we did not change much.
[19:15] Steve: The Senoirs are back in force!
[19:15] Steve: I mean, seniors, please forgive my spelling.
[19:15] ahwm: I typo all the time...
[19:16] JM: dracko19: Steve: You have been very accessible to the fan base and I want to

applaud you for that. Do you think anyone else affiliated with the show would be interested

in doing a chat session in the future? John D? Bob? Mark? Christy?
[19:16] Steve: I can stay on till 7:30. 15 more minutes.
[19:17] Steve: Not sure. They are usually very busy.
[19:17] Binski: Sheevil: is there a possibilaty of Seeing more into Shego's Background? also

is the whole casting crew returning to KP s4?
[19:17] ahwm: Christy does one once in a while on her site....
[19:18] *** Beaglebub has left #savedisn.
[19:18] anitrain: (Christy has had two with plans for more)
[19:18] Steve: Maybe more of Shego's background. Though, I dont know of any plans, scripts are

still being written.
[19:19] ahwm: ShawnEvans: Is 'Ill Suited" an episode title? According to Schooley, it is.

Confirm?
[19:20] Steve: I broke this news myself on ARA. I was surprised to see this as 'rumor' on

other sites.
[19:20] JM: dracko19: About 2 months ago, there was a wild situation regarding Steve at our

forum and our forum was in dissarray with no admin/mod around. I was promoted a month ago to

fix the problems there and Steve is the last big thing I need to take care of. Getting a

confrimation that I can communicate with him is a big step in fixing this issue. Thanks
[19:21] Binski: NOTE: No more questions please... We have enough to fill the chat.
[19:22] ahwm: cadetbowlingpin: question: we'll see 'ill suited' sometime in 2007, right? or

later this year?
[19:23] Steve: Most likely 2007.
[19:23] Binski: Claremylove: how is Kim and Ron's releasionship going to be worked to keep us

older people happy yet not gross out kids?
[19:24] Steve: We don't like cooties, either. I think most of you will be happy.
[19:24] Sharzei: =D
[19:24] *** Yuri has left #savedisn.
[19:24] JM: RavenStar: Is there a chance of seeing an Evil Kim this season? Even just for one

ep? That, or the possible return of Zorpox the Conqueror?
[19:24] anitrain: ^Already asked JM.
[19:24] Sharzei: O.o Wasn't that already ask -
[19:25] Sharzei: Yeah.
[19:25] JM: Oops. Sorry.
[19:25] JM: Going several miles an hour.
[19:25] JM: RavenStar: Any hints on how Bonnie's relationship with Brick will be handled? Last

time we saw them in "Drama," it'd appeared he'd dumped her, but in the press release it said

something about Bonnie being jealous because her boyfriend was in college
[19:25] Steve: Brick is finally out of High School. Not much of Brick this season.
[19:26] JM: RavenStar: concerning the recent decision to let "Super Robot Monkey Team

Hyperforce" air a special two-parter in widescreen, do you think Disney may let S4 be aired in

widescreen?
[19:26] Steve: I'm very aware of this. We are discussing this.
[19:27] JM: dracko19: Steve: I know you can't read fanfics. Do you/can you watch music vids

created by fans? Or original art? What is "allowed" when it comes to fan creations?
[19:27] anitrain: (Widescreen rocks)
[19:27] Steve: I did see a fan film of Kim's theme set to clips of "Buffy', it was amazing.
[19:28] Steve: I've seen fan art, too.
[19:28] Binski: Steve, thanks for joining us today... We're going turn voice on so everyone

can say goodbye on thier own.. The chat room will remain open as long people want to use it.
[19:28] *** Mode change "-m" for channel #savedisn by ahwm.
[19:28] dracko19: Thanks Steve!
[19:28] PhilMatu: Thank you for joining Steve! Good night!
[19:28] PhilipElthorpe: Bye, And see ya on the flipside!
[19:28] *** ShawnEvans has signed off IRC (Quit: Good Bye!).
[19:28] JM: Thank you very much, Mr. Loter! Have a pleasant evening.
[19:28] cadetbowlingpin: bye, steve! thsnks for coming!
[19:29] RyuOni: Okay, thanks for this Steve! Good night and continue to kick ass!
[19:29] RavenStar: Thanks, Steve!
[19:29] Snaaake: seeya steve much love man!
[19:29] *** Snaaake has signed off IRC (Quit: Good Bye!).
[19:29] Sheevil: By Mr Loter Leah and Darrien
[19:29] anitrain: Thanks for joining us Mr. Loter. I hope you'll join us again now that the

chat room works.
[19:29] ahwm:
[19:29] JM:
[19:30] Binski: btw, June 7 is another anniversary day in KP history....
[19:30] Sheevil: Leah: nice to meet you Mr Loter
[19:30] ahwm: so is May 10th
[19:30] Steve: Thanks everybody. Please be sure to check out Kim in 2007 and Dragon in June.

Not one techincal glitch!!!!! Thanks, Binski !

*****************END OF CHAT**********************

[dracko19]

The following chat session occurred back in 2005. I believe about the same month that SDS was premiering. J posted this earlier today and requested I make it sticky. Since this information was originally catalogued at ARA, I have sought and recieved their permission to add this to our Loter interview thread.

Reposted with permission from ARA.

Middleton Mad Dogs Cheer Squad
Q: Will we learn the names of the other cheerleaders?
A: Hope, Marcella, Liz, Crystal and Tara.

Q: -I'm so glad you answered the question about the cheerleader's names. I know which ones are Tara and Crystal, but could you _please_ describe who the others are? To make it easier, there's the red-head, the asian girl with the mole, the other asian girl and the blonde girl with freckles.
A: Tara- Blonde
Hope- Black hair
Crystal- Brown curly hair
Marcella- Black hair with mole
Liz- Red hair

Q: -There's still the question of the other blonde cheerleader's (the freckled one) name.
A: Maggie.

Team Go
Q: -Why are Shego and Mego the only ones with colored skin?
A: Pretty much Director's preference.

Q: -How old are Shego's brothers?
A: Hego is the oldest and the Wego's are about Ron and Kim's age.

Miscellaneous Background Characters
Q: -And who is the guy with the Hawaiian shirt that appears everywhere? I know you said that many of the people are based on crew, and during the first Season some of my friends and I thought he might be Chris Bailey. Is he anyone special or just a random drawing?
A: He is just a background character called Tourist #2.
He is not based on Chris Bailey. Chris appeared as one of the Knights of Rodeghan.

Q: -That freckled-brunette is one of my favorite extras, and judging by her frequent appearence a favorite of the staff. Does she have a name, or is she just "Teen Girl Number something or other?"
A: Yes, that is 'Generic girl with freckles'.

Shego
Q: -Mr. Loter, why is purple Shego's 'color of choice' when she's being influenced/controlled by an outside factor?
A: Purple is a good color in the KP universe. It works well with our backgrounds and character colors.

Q: -Mr. Loter, do you know where Shego's mom is?
Also, do you know the birthdays of:
Shego
A: Sorry, we have never thought about it.

Q: -Do you (Steve Loter) know about Shego's past? Will any of the episodes (or the movie)show us anything about it?
A: No.

Q: -Mr.Loter, how old is Shego anyway?
A: Shego is in her early 20's.

Q: 7) I've always wondered why Shego is so set against cloning. Is it because of her brothers Wego 1 and Wego 2?
A: Not necessarily. I believe that Shego thinks Drakken is a screw up and she doesn't want to be involved in any of his genetic experiments.

Q: -What is Shego's real name or is that her real name?
A: As far as we know, it's her name.

Q: -2) Has is Shego been with green skin? Has she always been like that?
A: Yes.

Q: -What is Shego's last name?
A: It's never revealed.

Q: -Is Shego's power just in her hands? If so....Why?
A: We thought they looked cool.

Q: -Why does Shego play second fiddle to Drakken when we know that she could easily take over the world without him (ASIT)?
A: I dont know if Shego really knows that. It takes the future Shego to convince the present Shego to take the Time Monkey for herself.

Q: -IF you had absolute authority in deciding a) where Shego's parents are, b) what happened in her past, including why she went evil, and c) what her last name was, what would you decide?
A: I think I'll refrain from answering this since this might be something Mark and Bob would want to explore if there was a future for KP.

Q: -Often, we see what appears to be Shego filing her nails, but her gloves are still on! It has been speculated that she is actually sharpening her gloves whith the file. Is this correct?
A: Yes, her gloves have a super sharp blades in them.

Q: -what exactly is Shego power
A: Think of it like Cyclops optic blasts in X-Men. It's bursts of force and power, not necessarily heat and flame.

Q: -How come Shego still wears her jumsuit from Team Go?
A: You make a good point, but we love that costume.

Mego
Q: --Is Mego older or younger than Shego. How old?
A: Mego is a few years older.

Wego & Wego
Q: -What are the Wego's individual names
A: Wego and Wego.

Doctor Edward Lipsky A.K.A Motor Ed
Q: -Does Motor Ed like 80's metal like Iron Maiden, or just glam 80's hard rock?
A: Glam!

Missus Lipsky
Q: -In 'The attack of the Killer Bebe's' We see Dr. Drakken as a younge handsome man, along with Kim's father, Dr. Possible in collage. Since they are around 'as we know' the same age and 'were' and 'did' graduate in the same year of collage, why is Kim's Nana, 'Mrs. Nana Possible' quiet elderly, then when we see Dr. Drakken's mother, she is much YOUNGER and more active if you might say? Why is that? Oh and is Drakken's mother's hair died pink/red? Or is that her natural color?
A: Drakken's Mom was younger when Drakken was born. Yes, she dyes her hair.

Doctor Drew Theodore P. Lipsky A.K.A Doctor Drakken
Q: Also, do you know the birthdays of:
Drakken?
A: Sorry, we have never thought about it.

Q: -Why dose Drakken have a 'mud - room' in his lair in the xmas episode? And why is Drakkens bed so bed and circular if only he sleeps in it?
A: We thought it was funny.

Q: -Is Drew short for anything(like Andrew, ect.)in Drakken's name?
A: Just Drew.

Q: -and by the way, how old is Drakken?
A: Drakken is in his early 40's.

Q: 1) How old is Drakken? I know there is a possibility of Drakken and Shego hooking up and there's been quite a bit of disagreement between fans whether or not they have an exceedingly large age difference. I assume he skipped grades since he's a genius but it would be nice to know for sure his true age.
A: Well, Drakken is his his early 40's and as far as 'hooking up', it is addressed in season 3.

Q: -0AND OMG I HAVE 2 ASK YOU SOMETHING SOO BAD!!! STEVE... WHAT EVER HAPPENED 2 DRAKKENS DAD?!?!?!?!
A: Sorry, we dont find out about Drakken's dad.

Q: -1) How did Drakken turn blue? (my lil bro wants to know this one)
A: 'How' is not answered in Season three. 'Why' is.

Q: -3) Is Drakken's scar fake? Because how can someone inherit a scar? I mean, Drakken's ancestor had one!
A: Drakken's scar is real. Blame it on irony.

Q: -i have a quest. what ever happened to drakkens dad? oh and will we see Drakkens mom again?
A: No and Yes.

Q: -'Did Drakken even have a father?
A: Yes, but we don't find out about him.

Q: -What does the "P" in Drew Theodore "P." Lipsky stand for?
A: We don't know. It's up to the viewers.

Q: -Why does Drakken have thoose dark circles under his eyes?
A: Evil Doctor's all have eye rings.

Q: -deep deep deep down in drakkens heart dose he want a son? because like he is always after ron or in bad boy which will AIR soon, he turns him evil. i mean like when he gets older would he want a son to finish what he never got to finish, in taking over the world?
A: I think he is obsessed with taking over the world and karoke.

Q: -in the past did Drakken ever have a girlfriend?
And in emotion sickness, was that Drakkens first kiss?
A: I would think so, and I dont think that was Drakken's first kiss.

Mister Doctor Possible & Missus Doctor Possible
Q: -Mr. Loter, I have yet another question for you. Are we ever going to learn Kim's parents' first names? They've been referred to in the books and on the official Disney web site as simply "Dr. Mom Possible," and "Dr. Dad Possible." In the series, Ron calls them "Mr. and Mrs. DR. P." or "Doctors P-Squared (in "The Golden Years")." Was there a reason why we don't know their first names?
A: You will find out Mr. Possible's name in the movie

Q: -Mr. Loter, how do the Possibles tell the difference between twins Jim & Tim?
A: I don't know. We have trouble telling them apart.

Kimberly Ann Possible
Q: Also, do you know the birthdays of:
Kim
A: Sorry, we have never thought about it.

Q: 3. We know that Bonnie is 105 pounds... how much does Kim weigh?
A: Probably about the same weight.

Q: -Did Kim move her bedroom in Season 3? She lived in an attic room in Season 1-2, and used a staircase up to her bedroom entrance. I noticed in "Steal Wheels" and "Bonding" that the entrance door to her bedroom now leads into a hallway. Her clothes closet & bed are in the same place, but it looks like she lives in a different room in the Possible house.
A: This was my decision. It was too difficult to stage things with Kim being in the attic.
She is in the attic in the movie though.

Q: -What's Kim's favorite kind of music?Do you think she'd be a fan of Queen,Led Zepplin,Aerosmith,or even Metallica?
A: I dont really know, however, all the producers on the show have the EXACT same musical tastes and we KNOW that Kim wouldnt like what we like.

Q: -What is Kim's favorite color?
A: Don't really know.

Q: -Mr. Loter, I know Drakken's left-handed - I've seen him write and draw with that hand in "Naked Genius" and "Ron Millionaire." But is Kim right-handed or left-handed? I can't decide because I've seen her handle her Kimmunicator and her grapple gun with either hand in various episodes. Could you clear up this minor mystery for me?
A: Though it is usually catered to certain situations, I think Kim is right handed.

Q: -Did she originally start out as wanting jobs (as mentioned) and then just went for free or what?
A: Yes, saving the world is done for free.

Q: -How old is Kim (or Ron) after all?
A: Though we have never officially figured it out, I think between the course of season 1- 3, Kim and Ron's age ranges from 16-18.

Ronald Stoppable
Q: -Does Ron know about the tracer on him? How did it get on him? Would I be correct in assuming the tracer is only in his mission clothes?
A: Ron does not know about the tracer on him and it is not on his clothes. Wade had it injected into him. Think along the lines of a mosquito bite.

Q: Also, do you know the birthdays of:
Ron
A: Sorry, we have never thought about it.

Q: -If Ron can drive that scooter-motorcyle-thingy-ma-jig so well, why does he choke when it comes to driving a car?
A: Big vehicles scare him.

Q: -How old is Kim (or Ron) after all?
A: Though we have never officially figured it out, I think between the course of season 1- 3, Kim and Ron's age ranges from 16-18.

Q: -Do Ron and Monkey Fist still have their mystical monkey powers?
A: Yes.

Rufus
Q: -Does Rufus have peach-fuzz hair (like the stuffed Rufuses)? Or is he absolutely butt naked?
A: Naked.

Q: -3. How long are molerats supposed to live?
A: 15 years.

Steven Barkin
Q: -Does Barkin talk down to everyone or does he have a special place in his list of pet peeves for Ron?
A: I think Barkin is just gruff. Ron gets alot of Barkin's ire because Ron is such a goof. (Wow, I used 'ire' in a sentence!)

Q: -What, exactly, is Mr. Barkin's job?
A: Permanent substitute.

Q: -I guess Barkin is like a "permanent substitute," but isn't he really the principal or assistant-principal?
A: He's just a fill-in teacher. Not a principal.

Wade Load
Q: Also, do you know the birthdays of:
Wade
A: Sorry, we have never thought about it.

Lord Montgomery Fiske A.K.A Lord Monkey Fist
Q: -As far as his real name goes, what's "Monty" short for?
A: Montgomery

Q: -How old is Monkey Fist?
A: Early 40.

Q: -Do Ron and Monkey Fist still have their mystical monkey powers?
A: Yes.

[dracko19]

**** Continuing the June 2005 Interview *****

Section Two: Season 1 of Disney's Kim Possible

Crush
Q: --What is the song that played originally at the dance in Crush? (In Josie & the *****cats too I see.) I would love to know the title and artist if possible.
A: We have a music library that we can use songs from. The composition is not by a well- known musician.

Q: -Ok, in "Crush", why is Kim's grappler purple and why doesn't her hair have an outline?
A: Animation mistake.

Tick Tick Tick
Q: -Mr. Loter,why is 'Tick-Tick-Tick' production number 102 instead of 101?
A: Tick was the second written script and the second in the production line. During the process, the show numbers don't mean much because they get jumbled alot.

Q: -There is a script for Tick Tick Tick that says that Shego is about 18. Was this true for Season One?
A: That's about right, That was an early script so it was modified later.

Q: -2. Why is the animation in "Tick-Tick-Tick" um rougher than any other episode?
A: The animation studio was just getting used to the style of the show.

Attack of the Killer Bebes
Q: -Mr. Loter, Why wasn't Shego in "Attack of the Killer Bebes"?
A: This time, she was at a wedding.

Q: -Also, who's wedding was Shego at in Attack of the Killer Bebes?
A: That answer was meant as a joke. We had Drakken claim his henchmen 'were at a wedding' in Naked Genius

Ron The Man
Q: -Are all characters listed in "Ron the Man" on this guide accuratley connected to their listed actors, i.e.; Frank Welker as Tau and Pepe, Neil Flynn as Beta, and Kevin Michael Richardson as Chi?
A: I'll have to check on this one.

Section Three: Season 2 of Disney's Kim Possible

Grudge Match
Q: -In "Grudge Match," when Fen tries to escape with the robot, he inexplicably turns green. Why?
A: That was Dave Block's decision.

The Ron Factor
Q: -"The Ron Factor" when Dr. Director is pointing to that Minority Report like thing full of videos of Ron one of the videos has Ron running (poorly) on a track. What episode is that from?
A: I think it was created just for that episode.

Q: --Was that scene in the Background of 'Ron Factor' where Ron wiped out on the track a scene deleted from 'Triple S?'
A: No, Ron Factor was animated months before Triple S.

Vir-Tu-Ron
Q: -In the episode "Vir-Tu-Ron," is the scene where the virtual Rufus and the villain take turns extending their swords a spoof of the one in "Spaceballs" where Lone Starr and Dark Helmet try to outdo each other by extending their lightsabers ("My Schwartz is bigger than yours!")?
A: I was aware of that scene, but it was not a direct parody.

Q: -Also, when Rufus is sword-fighting the bad guy, as they move through the dungeon, is that based on the final fierce lightsaber duel between Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader in "Return Of The Jedi?" The action and the musical score suggests (to me, anyway) that it is.
A: Huge fan of the original Star Wars trilogy. So..the answer is kinda.

The Fearless Ferret
Q: -did Ron have a crush on Kim in "The Fearless Ferret?"
A: No.

Exchange
Q: -Exchange: Was Brian Tochi really the voice of Hirotaka?
A: John Cho.

Q: - was the scene with Ron going all blue, spikey-haired and angry in 'exchange' a reference to Akira?
A: Yes.

Day Of The Snowmen
Q: -And in 'Day of the Snowmen' when the lake water splashed on the totem pole why did it's eyes turn green?
A: The evil water turned the Totem pole to life, like the snowmen.

A Sitch In Time
Q: -I have a question about "A Sitch in Time". In the last future scene, Kim kicks Shego away. Some people here say that she fell and died. Did she? Or did she hit the floor?
A: Shego is very athletic. I would assume that she could land like a cat, even from that high up. Besides, that is not the way Kim works.

Q: -Here's a thought regarding Middleton's cheerleaders; in "A Sitch in Time," most fans seem to think the pre-teen blonde sitting next to Bonnie during Kim's cheerleading tryouts was Tara
A: Yes.

Q: -Somewhere I read that the opening sequence to "A Sitch in Time" is similar to that of "Bring it On." Personally, I don't see the remeblance, but did you or anyone else on the staff have this movie in mind for that theme?
A: Yes, we did reference 'Bring it on'.

Q: -Second, for Sitch in Time, we're you able to choose the songs you wanted to use, or were you required to use certain ones in order to promote the soundtrack?
A: We were working on the movie the same time that the soundtrack was being finalized, so we were able to pick and choose from a certain list.

Q: -In "A Sitch in Time," how come Monkey Fist hadn't aged any in the future?
A: I figured all the genetic manipulation slowed down the aging process.

A Very Possible Christmas
Q: -1. In the episode A Very Possibly Christmas, when Drakken calls Shego on her cellphone it plays her voicemail but we can't hear her voicemail message over Drakken's talking... can you tell us what her voicemail message says?
A: I'll look into these.

Q: -Happy Holidays to you! I have a couple questions about "A Very Possible Christmas".
Drakken & Ron's escape in a garbage pod has to be inspired by "Star Wars", right? C-3PO and R2-D2 have a similar escape from a rebel ship in that movie.
A particular scene also looks familiar to me. Ron looks back through the pod window at Drakken's exploding space station, and you can see the fireball as a reflection. This is very similar to the scene in the "Deep Space Nine" episode "The Emissary". In that episode, Cmdr. Sisko is shown looking back through an escape pod window as the USS Saratoga explodes. You can see the explosion as a reflection in the window.
A: Good observation. It was a classic moment from Star Wars.

Q: -In a very possible christmas, Kim kisses ron on the cheek, did she do this cause she wanted to, or was it the missletoe tradition.
A: Both.

Q: -In a very possible christmas, Was Kim deathly upset wehn ron wasn't in the last escape Pod.
A: Yes.

Queen Bebe
Q:-Were the supershoes in "Queen Bebe" colored red as a tribute to the DC Comics hero "The Flash"? Or was it just a snazzy choice of color, like a red Porche?
A: I'll have to ask Mark and Bob.

Hidden Talent
Q: -In Hidden Talent, was Kim planned on singing all of Say The Word or not?
A: Songs within episodes usually only last 30 seconds to a minute for sake of story flow.

Return To Camp Wannaweep
Q: -any specific reason why Ron turned into an anthro beaver in Return to Camp Wannaweep?
A: We thought it was funny.

Q: -In "Return to Wannaweep", what was the 'special ingredient' in Ron's smore? Was it really a 'special mutating ingredient' like Ron thought?
A: The mutation actually came from the toxic grotto.

Partners
Q: -when the episode Partners was being created and the actors had to do the voices did John and Nicole have a good time doing that episode?
A: I believe so.

Oh Boyz
Q: -Where did you come up with the idea for the name for the Oh'boyz?
A: Mark and Bob came up with the name by combining O-town and Backstreet boys.

Sick Day
Q: -3. Was "Sick Day" originally intended to be a full episode? Thanks again.
A: No.

The Truth Hurts
Q: -The Truth Hurts: Who provided Dr. Kramer's voice?
A: Maurice LaMarche

Motor Ed
Q: -In "Motor Ed", Ed's crew tricks the driver of the experimental race car into stopping, using a fake stop light in the middle of the desert.
Was this scene meant to be a pop-culture reference to a similar scene in the Mel Brooks movie "Blazing Saddles"?
A: Yes.

Ron Millionaire
Q: -After "Ron Millionare", what happened to everything he bought?(plane, stretch limo, etc.)
A: I think they were all leased.

Triple S
Q: -4. In 'Motor Ed', Ron played basketball with Felix, but in 'Triple SSS' he never tried out for basketball. At least we didn't see him try out for it. Can we assume he completely flubbed that one too? ^^
A: Yes.

Showdown At The Crooked D
Q: -Having watched 'Showdown at the Crooked D' not so long ago it suddenly came to me, what does the 'D' stand for if anything? Also what does the 'C' stand for in the Lazy C?
A: D stands for Drakken. C is a secret.

Rewriting History
Q: --Because it was a dream in RH, does that mean Mim and John, etc. are fictional characters? (As in, they aren't really their relatives)
A: No, they are meant to be real descendants.

Q: -Rewriting History: Is it just me or is that exterminator done by Diedrich Bader?
A: David Fennoy

Q: -Is there any importance to the fact that Kim and Ron shared the same dream? Or was that just an interesting way to end the story?
A: Just an interesting way to the end the episode

[dracko19]

**** Continuing June 2005 Interview ****

Steve Loter questions continued . . .

Section Four: Season 3 of Disney's Kim Possible

Season Details
Q: -Also, is Felix going to become a regular on the show since in "steal wheels"
A: No.

Q: -Will any charcters get any new hairdo's?
A: Yes.

Q: -Steve, will we ever find out how Dr. Drakken and Shego met?
A: No.

Q: -And will there be another episode where Draken and Ron work together, like in a Possible Christmas?
A: No.

Q: - will Kim and Ron ever get to meet Wade in person?
A: Sorry, spoiler.

Q: *Will we get to see Kim drive, excluding Ed's hog in Steal Wheels?
A: Yes, a little bit.

Q: *Will we see Ron dress like a girl, excluding the ballerina costume at age 4 in October 31st?
A: I don't think so.

Q: -Mr. Loter, will we EVER find out how Kim and Wade met?
A: Sorry, spoiler.

Q: -Um, will there be any interactions between Bonnie and Shego in the future eps?
A: No.

Q: -When Kim will drive?
A: Kim has had her learners permit since 'Car Trouble'. In Season 3, she drives a motorcycle a couple of times.

Q: -But i have a qustion; will there be a final battle between Monkey Fist and Ron in season three?
A: Monkey Fist returns in season 3 and there is some unexpected interaction between him and Ron.

Q: -o, and if Kim and Ron are seniors in season three like i think you said, will the show acknowledge it, like in an ep or something?
A: There is an event in the movie that sort-of acknowledges it.

Q: -So I've got to know, any more really obscure references coming up in Season 3? For me that's half the fun of KP, finding those little pop culture oddities.
A: Absolutely. We are all big pop culture fans. There are even some hidden stuff in some episodes that no one has ever noticed.

Q: -Sorry to bother you also Steve, but I have a question too. Will Season 3 show more from the interiors of the Possible or Stoppable houses? I think that would be cool.
A: Yes.

Q: -Will anything happen to Josh and Kim in this season?
A: It is addressed.

Q: -Of all of the Superhero/Sci-fi cliches we've seen in Kim Possible,we have yet to see an alternate dimension,or "Mirror,Mirror" universe,will we be seeing this in season 3?I'd get a kick out of seeing an evil Kim.
A: This would be fun, but we have not done it. Sorry.

Q: -That'd be interesting O:! Can I ask if there'll be a musical episode ;o?
A: I would LOVE to do a musical episode. Rappin' Drakken has a few songs in it.

Q: -Will Monique have any interaction with other characters at all in season 3? I can't remember her ever talking to Brick Flagg, Josh Mankey, Bonnie, etc.
A: Yes.

Q: -Does Nicole Sullivan (Shego) sing at all in season three? We've had Kim, Ron, and Drakken sing, but no Shego.
A: No.

Q: -Many questions have been asked about returning characters but I wanted to make sure my favorite non-regular is returning: Steve Barkin! I am a big fan of Patrick Warburton. His dry delivery is great!
A: You'll see more of Barkin this season three.

Q: Will Monkey Fist and DNAmy appear together in an episode?
A: We'll see.

Q: How many Monkey Fist episodes will there be this
season?
A: 2

Q: - But can you name both of the episodes that Monkey Fist is in, and will they both evolve Ron some how?
A: Gorilla Fist and Overdue. They both have Ron in them.

Q: -What are some of the season 3 episodes about?
A: A Doomvee, Moodulators, giant insects and 'American Starmaker'.

Q: -How many new eps will Drakken and Shego be in? And will they be in the movie!?
A: 7 and they are in the movie.

Q: -Will any of the villains die?
A: Never. That is not what Kim is all about.

Q: -Do we ever get to hear Kim speak any other language?
A: I don't think so.

Q: -1) Is there really an episode where Ronn turns evil???
A: Yes. The episode is 'Bad Boy'

Q: -2) Are there any new villains this season?
A: Yes.

Q: -3) Will there be any villains returning this season who didn't return in the 2nd season?
A: Sort of.

Q: -4) Any episodes where two or more villains unite?
A: Yes.

Q: -Will Shego become good?If so(or not)in which episode?
What part do Shego and Drakken play in the movie?
A: Sorry, those are spoilers. They play a BIG part in the movie.

Q: -will there be any eps were it mainly focuses on drakken and shego?
A: Drakken and Shego are our main villains during season 3 and they appear in most of the episodes, but there are no solo Drakken/Shego episodes.

Q: -One more question, Will Ron sing the naked mole rap in any up coming season three episode?
A: Yes.

Q: --Does Drakken ever get a crush on anyone in season 3 or the movie?
A: No.

Q: -Was there a conscious decision by the writers, directors, or producers to make the episodes more interdependent, and to reflect the passage of time? Or is this something that happens inevitably once enough episodes are created?
A: Yes

Q: -Are any of the upcoming episodes going to have at the end a collection of outtakes, like they did at the end of the "The Proud Family" episode "Johnny Lovely"?
A: No.

Q: -Also, are there any other songs being used in Season 3?
A: Yes.

Q: -2) Will we ever know how Drakken and Shego became partners or how long Shego has been his employee?
A: Sorry, no.

Q: 6)Are the conflicts between Bonnie and Kim ever going to cease?
A: It is addressed

Q: -will Kim ever face a physical disability (i.e. temporary blindness, deafness, mute) like she did in "Sick Day" or physical enhancement (like super speed in "Queen Bebe" or super strength in "Go Team Go"?
A: Not in season 3 episodes. Maybe in the movie (wink wink)

Q: -will Kim and Ron have any "romantic" intertaction between them?
A: Spoilers, sorry.

Q: -will we ever find out what Mrs. Lipsky ( drakkens mothers ) first name is?
A: No. Sorry.

Q: -1. Will Kim and Josh break up? (You can ignore.)
A: we'll see.

Q: -2. When Ron turns evil, is it high school bully evil, or Drakken evil?
A: Drakken evil.

Q: -3. Will Kim and Ron "future outfits" from ASIT be worn again?
A: No.

Q: --Are there any new outfits this coming season?
A: Yes.

Q: --I've also noticed the animation isnt always the same from season to season. So are there new animation studios this season as well, as opposed to the last season?
A: No, just Rough Draft and Starburst.

Q: -Will we get to see Shego in any different outfits and/or with her hair up(or styled differently)?
A: Yes.

Q: -Also, from what I've been reading in your posts, Steve, it sounds like all the season three episodes are connected in some way. Is this true, or are they mostly separate things like the normal episodes?

A: Though they are all separate episodes, some of them have foreshadowing of what will happen in the finale.

Q: --Is Junior going to pair up with Shego or Kim? Or will he crush on a diffrent character?
A: No.

Q: --Is Monique or Bonnie going to get a boyfriend? Maybe both?
A: We'll see.

Q: --Is the fighting coreagraphy good for the third season? Will we see any changes, like Kim using some new weapons?
A: Check out Steal Wheels for assorted items that Kim and Shego use.

Q: -1. Will Ron get any new outfits?
A: No.

Q: -2. I know this is a dumb question, but will Josh's voice change AGAIN? Just wondering.
A: No.

Q: -i got a question Mr. Loter. which eps will be the eleven minute ones? just a little curious.
A: Overdue and Roachie.

Q: -1. Will we see any characters besides Kim and Mrs. Stoppable using the puppy dog pout? (because it's hilarious. If Drakken ever did it to Shego, or if Ron ever did it to Kim, I think I'd die laughing)
A: Yes.

Q: -2. Do we ever find out why Drakken has that scar on his forehead?
A: No.

Q: -omg. does shego have a crush on another villain?
A: Yes.

Q: -What is Shego's different hairstyle/clothing and who does she get a crush on(in what episode?)?
A: Shego has different hairstyles and outfits in ' Emotion Sickness, the movie and Dimension Twist. The crush is in Emotion Sickness.

Q: -will we ever find out what Ron's middle name is?
A: Sorry, no.

Q: -Who else uses the puppy dog pout? (For some odd reason I can totally see Drakken doing it!)
A: I need to revise this answer. I am in the process of editing the show with the puppy dog pout and I'm probably going to cut it. If I do end up cutting it, I'll describe where it was meant to be after it airs.

Q: -In what episode does Shego get a crush on someone?
A: Emotion Sickness.

Q: -Which episodes are Drakken and Shego in?
A: Steal Wheels, Emotion Sickness, Bad Boy, movie, Dimension Twist, Overdue, Rappin' Drakken

Q: -2. At any point in the series, does Bonnie show just a smidgeon of compassion?
A: Bonding.

Q: -Are either Kim or Ron gonna' date anyone this season?
A: Yes.

Q: -Is the person Shego is crushing on going to feel the same for her? Is he a villain? Is it a character we know?
A: Sorry, spoiler.

Q: -Will Shego get a crush on anyone?
A: (evil laughter)...yes.

Q: -Can you say exactly what hairstyle or clothing will be different that Shego is wearing?(and in what episode)?
A: Emotion Sickness, Movie and Dimension Twist

Q: -Mr.Loter, on the episode list can you please post more info on the episodes?
A: I dont want to give TOO much away!

Q: -Will Ron and Monkey Fist fight in "Gorilla Fist" and in "Over Due"? Also does Kim take part in it? or will she have another story of her own like what you guy's did with "Exchange" having her and Monique being jealous over a guy
A: Kim is involved in Gorilla Fist and not exactly involved in Overdue.

Q: -Also, how far up the management chain did you have to get approval to have the third season be more of a series as apposed to individual, non-related episodes?
A: Credit goes to the genius talent of Mr. McCorkle and Mr. Schooley.

Q: -Cool! So Shego gets a new look apparently. Is she still going to stick with green and black, or is the color she feels prettiest in going to change?
A: Green and black all the way.

Q: -Considering your previous answer on how much you and your staff are into pop-culture, If it's not a spoiler, any Daria referneces in the future? How about references to other Disney titles than those we've already heard?
A: I think our entire staff is very knowledgeable about pop culture. It's almost embarrasing. No Daria or other Disney references in the near future, though.

Q: -Will there be any transformation episodes this season?
A: No.

2.) Do Kim and/or Wade find out the truth about the Yamanuchi ninjitsu academy from "Exchange"?
A: Yes.

Q: -In the new season does anyone new accompany Kim and Ron on a mission
A: No.

Q: -Does Drakken ever get a crush on anyone in season 3 or the movie?
A: No.

Q: -In season 3, will Ron further explore his Jewish heritage?
A: No.

Q: -Will Jim & Tim ever play a really bad trick on Kim?
A: No.

Q: -Will Shego's crush be only during this episode or will it last longer?
A: Sorry, just 'Emotion Sickness'

Q: -I just would like to know, if it's not too much trouble, if there is any hinting at future episodes in Kim's joy at the thought of spending Friday night with Ron in 'Steal Wheels'
A: Spoiler. Sorry.

Q: - Do we get to find out anything more about the pasts of various villains, and if so, which ones?
A: No.

Q: -Will Ron & Monkey Fist have a battle like in "Monkey Fist Strikes"?
A: Sort of.

Q: -what ever happened to Brick?
A: Brick is in Bonding and Movie.

Re-Appearances
Q: -What episode will Yuri appear in?
A: Gorilla fist

Q: -1) Are we going to see any of the following characters in the next season? -Josh Mankey
A: Yes

Q: -1) Are we going to see any of the following characters in the next season? -Zita
A: No

Q: -1) Are we going to see any of the following characters in the next season? -Tara
A: Yes

Q: -1) Are we going to see any of the following characters in the next season? -Yori
A: Yes

Q: -1) Are we going to see any of the following characters in the next season? -Brick Flagg
A: Yes

Q: -1) Are we going to see any of the following characters in the next season? -Puddles
A: No (you guys like Puddles, eh?)

Q: Do we see more of
-Duff Killigan
A: Yes.

Q: Do we see more of
-SSS
A: Yes.

Q: Do we see more of
-SSJ?
A: Yes.

Q: -Will we ever see Ron's parents again, or even hear references to them?
A: Yes

Q: -And will we see more of Shego's brothers in the future?
A: No, sorry.

Q: -4. Will there be a return of Hirotaka?
A: No.

Q: 6. Will Rufus3000 reappear again?
A: No.

Q: - Also will Gil, or is it Gill? Make an appearance in another episode?
A: No.

Q: -Here's a question. Will any of the one-timers from Seasons 1 and 2 return, such as Jackie, Fen, Gemini, Falsetto, the Knights, Adrena-Lynn? If yes, what episodes will they be in, or will that be too much of a spoiler?
A: None of those.

Q: -3. Will we see a future version of Kim and Ron like we saw future versions of Brick, Shego, Drakken, Bonnie and other people?
A: No.

Q: --Will the Lotus Blade return with Yori? (I bet that's a spoiler!)
A: No, the Lotus Blade will not return.

Q: -Will we be seeing more of Dementor
A: Dementor is in 'Bonding', 'Team Impossible', and 'Overdue'.

Q: -Have we seen the last of the Seniors? Will the Seniors be in Season 3?
A: And the mole rat will be CGI.

Q: --Will we see more of the interiors of the Possible/Stoppable houses?
A: Yes.

Q: --Will the Stealth Suit be back this season? (possible spoiler, too)
A: Not the Stealth suit, but....something else.

Q: -Which new ep will drakkens' mom be in? or is that a spoiler?
A: Steal Wheels.

Q: 7) Will Monique have a bigger part in season three?
A: Yes

Q: -Also, will see anymore of Frugal Lucre this season?
A: Maybe.

Emotion Sickness
Q: -Mr. Loter, was that Rockapella singing the doo-wop song during the "falling hearts montage" in "Emotion Sickness"?
A: Our music composer, Adam Berry.

Q: -What is Emotion Sickness about?
A: Moodulators, Professor Bortle and kissy face.

Q: -In Emotion Sickness, how are Kim and Shego 'emotionaly unstable'?
And can you give us at least one quote from each episode?
A: Sorry, spoilers!

Q: -In Emotion Sickness Shego put on the wall DD and SG. Do they stand for Shego and Dr. Drakken, or something else?
A: Dr. Drakken and She- go.

Q: -In Emotion Sickness why was Shego so unwilling to fight?
A: She was just tired of Drakken bossing her around.

Q: -In "Emotion Sickness" Kim said her and Josh said they're better off not together, was she the breakee or the breaker?
A: I would think it was a mutual split.

Bonding
Q: -What is Bonding about?
A: Dementor, a bondo-ball and cocoa.

Q: -Mr.Loter, who are the villains in Bonding?
A: Dementor.

Q: -What is the name of the movie that Bonnie & Brick (and unfortunately, Kim) go to see in "Bonding"?
A: That was a idea I had very late at night at my drawing table with a deadline the next morning. Seemed funny to me at that minute.

Bad Boy
Q: -In Bad Boy, are the villains going to respect evil Ron? Or will they still treat him like a buffoon?
A: Sorry, spoiler.

Q: -How does Shego act around Ron in Bad Boy? Does she end up helping Kim?
A: Sorry, spoiler.

Q: -When Ron becomes Evil, what kind of interaction will he have with Shego? Drakken?
A: It may suprise you.

Q: -1. When Ron becomes evil, will Rufus be made evil too?
A: No.

Q: -Will Shego get a crush on Ron since he turns evil in Bad Boy? Did I guess it?
A: Sorry, spoiler.

Q: -Can you please give us a quote from;
Bad Boy
A: Bad Boy-
Ron:
" I thought I was signing you up to win a tank!"

Q: Can you give us a quote from where Shego and Ron interact in Bad Boy?
A: Ron- " The world will surrender to me first! Not us. ME.
You're just the hired help!"
Shego- "Oh, really?!"

Dimension Twist
Q: -Can you give us a quote from Dimension Twist
A: Ron: "Gross! Monkey plug!"

Q: -but what is "Dimension Twist" about?
A: Cable box, puppets and a dog groomer.

Q: -the episode, "Dimension Twist"...doe it involve a parallel universe?
A: Sort of.

Q: -What do Shego and Drakken do in Dimension Twist?
A: They watch out for Mr. Sit-down.

Q: -Can you give me a quote from Shego in:
Dimension Twist
A: " This is way too moopy for me"

Q: Can you give us a quote from Dimension Twist by the following characters: A) Drakken?
A: "It's a trap-trap. No one ever expects a trap- trap!"

Q: Can you give us a quote from Dimension Twist by the following characters:
B) Kim?
A: "I'm in....space?"

Q: Can you give us a quote from Dimension Twist by the following characters:
C) Ron?
A: "The fearless ferret theme song?"

And The Molerat Will Be CGI
Q: *Why is there an episode titled, "And the Molerat will be CGI"?
A: You'll see. It's pretty clever.

Q: -Who does the voice of SSS in "And the Molerat Will Be CGI"?
A: Earl Boen

Gorilla Fist
Q: -Will Ron get this new type of Gorilla power too?
A: No.

Q: -OH, in Gorilla Fiske, will DNAmy be in it? Or is that a spoiler
A: Sorry, spoiler.

Q: -Will there be any references to "King Kong" in 'Gorilla Fist?'
A: No.

Q: -In "Gorilla Fist":
1.) Does Ron find out that he is the Ultimate Monkey Master mentioned in "Monkey Ninjas in Space"?
A: No.

Q: -but can you give a quote from Ron and Monkey Fist in "Over Due"?
A: Monkeyfist:
" Today dawns the age of the Phantom Monkey, with me as Supreme Monkey King!"
Ron:
"Told ya. Monkey King. So predictable."

Overdue
Q: -Will there be any new moves Ron gains from fighting Monkey Fist in Over Due?
A: No.

Q: -And I know this is probably a spoiler but will Ron become the monkey King in over due?
A: No.

Q: -What is overdue about?
A: An overdue library book.

Q: - I'm a bit confused is "Over Due" about Ron and Monkey Fist? Or is it about both? I have a feeling it's about Ron trying to take back an over due library book, and runs into Monkey Fist, that would be great, lol. If you could answer that, I would greatly appreciate, thank you.
A: Something like that. The Ron and Monkeyfist sequence is just a part of the whole episode.

Q: Overdue
A: "Please, I'm toasting here"

Q: -Well Ron is the monkey leader in the end in Over Due?
Will he gain Gorilla Fist powers as well?
A: Sorry, spoilers.

Roachie
Q: -1.who is the villian in roachie
A: Giant roaches.

Q: -The title Roachie sounds like roach, which is in ****roach... Any connection? If so/not, WHAT IS THE EPSIODE ABOUT?
A: Roaches, lots of them.

Q: - But is Monkey Fist the villain in Roachie?
A: No.

Q: -Steve
Can you give us a quote from Roachie?
Kim or Ron? Anyone?
A: Kim: " Still with the bug issues?"

Team Impossible
Q: -Who are the villains in Team Impossible and what's it about?
A: Crash, Dash and Burn.
It's about Bricks of Fury, the fork and shuffleboard.

Q: -(1.)could you give us a qoute from crash in team impossible
A: "Give him the fork"

Q: (2.)could you give us a qoute from dash in team impossible
A: "yes..Cuddle buddies"

Q: (3.)could you give us a qoute from burn in team impossible
A: " Audience leaves...now!"

Rappin' Drakken
Q: -what is 'rappin drakken' about?
A: Shampoo.

Q: -Could you give us one from Rappin Drakken? (preferably drakken) u rock.
A: Drakken- " You're a chicken! Cluck Lutz!"

Q: Rappin' Drakken
A: "I cant believe you actually met MC Honey and didnt get me an autograph"

So The Drama
Q: -Also will Ron and Monkey Fist fight in the last movie?
A: Sorry, no. Your interest in Ron vs. Monkeyfist is duly noted, though.

Q: -Can you give us another quote from the movie?
A: Kim: "I'm weirding guys out. They see me on television, roundhousing some goon out a window.... It's a vivid image."

Q: -could you give us a quote from drakken from the movie?
A: Drakken: " You have failed me for the last time, Shego !"

Q: -3. who are the villians in the movie
A: Sorry ,spoilers.

Q: 3) How are colleges going to play into the ending (since they are seniors) or would that be a spoiler?
A: Colleges are not addressed.

Q: -What's the movie about?
A: I can't answer this right now.

Q: -in the movie are drakken and shego the only villians in it? if there are more, who are they? and will it have mostly drakken and shego in it? u rock.
A: Though Drakken and Shego are the only villains in the movie, they have support.

Q: --what animation company does the movie?
A: Rough Draft.

Q: - was just wondering, why are their so many rumors about the last KP movie? I wanted to know because new rumors are starting to come up, and if a new Kim Possible movie IS coming out, there is also a rumor about that at www.filkifan.com/comment.php?comment.news.12 . Can you please clear this up?
A: I'm not sure of what those rumors are, but there is no live action Kim Possible movie in the works.

Q: -Will the movie really take us all by suprise?
A: Yes.

Q: -In the movie is there an end-of-the-series vibe to it. like if you werent a kim-aholic would you be able to sense it?
A: Yes.

Q: -my 6-year-old brother wants to know if you have any plans for changing the theme song for the movie.
A: Like Sitch in Time, the theme song is not in the movie.
Christy's song ' Could it Be' is in the movie.

Q: -Can you give us a quote from "So the Drama" by the following characters?
A: -> Ron
" I'm losing everything I've ever cared about!"

Q: -Can you give us a quote from "So the Drama" by the following characters?
A: -> Wade
" It was a toy.. until I modified it."

Q: -Was just wondering if you had any idea when we may begin to see previews/teasers of So the Drama?
A: I'm not sure, but I read a report about someone seeing a 'So the Drama' poster at Disneyland and I dont think that's true. I suspect you'll be seeing stuff closer to April.

Q: -Mr. Loter, how badly will the movie cap off the series? Does it really bring closure, or does it open doors to other ideas?
A: Both.

Q: -Can you give us the FIRST quote of the Final Movie?
A: Shego: " Target Nakasumi-san. "

Q: -Does the movie have anything to do with Kim becoming a TV star?
A: No.

Q: -On some website, it said that Ricky Ullman played Kim's boyfriend in the movie. Is this a rumor or true?
A: Ricky Ullman plays a lead in the movie and he is called Eric.

Q: -Also, what are the names of the movie episodes?
A: The individual episodes will probably just be called part one, two and three.

Q: -Will brick play a big roll in the movie
A: Brick is in the movie.

Q: -Can you please give us a quote from;
movie?
A: Movie-
Shego:
"Ooooh! Kimmy's got an upgrade!"

Q: -oh, and are drakken and shego the only villians in the new movie?
A: No.

Q: Is the following synopsis accurate: *Kim Possible: So the Drama*-When a new boy arrives at school and wins Kim's heart, something is triggered in Ron who finds he likes her as well. The movie features a teleplay by creators/executive producers Bob Schooley and Mark McCorkle and is directed by Steve Loter. Based on the network's series, Kim Possible, the movie is a production of Disney TV Animation in association with Disney Channel, and is set to bow April 2005.
A: To answer the first obvious question - Yes, that synopsis is true.

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**** Continuing June 2005 Interview *****

Section Five: Relationships

Q: --Where you personally for, or against a K/R relationship ending or happening in the show. im just curious. and im not asking what DOES happen, just what you thought of it. maybe that's a spoiler..im not sure. feel free to ignore the question if it is:)
A: Sorry, I'm going to avoid this question.

Q: -If that's the case, what do D/S shippers have to do to get Drakken and Shego together?
A: Sorry, I dont want to disappoint you, but this is not resolved in season 3.

Q: -Was any romantic involvement between Kim and Ron (such as that in Emotion Sickness or anything we haven't seen yet) on the drawing board from the beginning of the show, or was this a more spur-of-the-moment development?
Also, was the possible pairing of Kim and Ron considered because of the vocal - and sometimes vehement - fans, and their pleads for it on TVtome and other such sites?
A: We are aware this is the biggest hot-button topic ever in the KP universe. We also know how the fanbase feels about this issue. It has been discussed many times by the producers. It's amazing how split down the middle everyone is about this issue. You'll just have to wait and see how we resolved it.

Q: -If that's the case, what do D/S shippers have to do to get Drakken and Shego together?
A: Sorry, I dont want to disappoint you, but this is not resolved in season 3.

Q: -IF drakken and Shego were ever to get married... would they ever have children? 0:)
A: This question made me laugh. I have no idea what to say.

Q: -Tell us will kim fall for ron
A: Come on, do you really think I could answer this?

Q: -In the question asked regarding the fate of Drakken and Shego (romantically) you responded it is not resolved in season three. Can we put any hope into the final movie?
A: There is a lot going on in the movie, but romantic situations between Drakken and Shego is not one of them.

Q: - I was wondering if you could clairify the nature of the relationship between Zita and Ron
A: I think by the end of the episode, Ron realized there probably couldn't be anything between him and Zita.

Section Six: Production

Legal
Q: -Mr. Loter, what would be a good disclaimer to put at the bottom of a fansite? Will this work, or do I need to add more to it?
Kim Possible created by Mark McCorkle and Bob Schooley. All relating characters are property of Disney
A: You would need to contact Disney's legal dept.

Q: -4. If someone were to make a website with fanfiction, fanart, etc. -- what is the appropriate way to write a disclaimer? I thought I knew, but recently a friend of mine - who is able to draw the style of Disney and Fox very well - got in trouble because someone falsely accused her of drawing inappropriate pictures with those characters. It wasn't her art on the inappropriate site, but her official website got checked out and a lady from Fox Networks called her and told her that her disclaimer was written improperly. Is there a proper way to write a disclaimer, and if you don't know, do you have any suggestions as to where can I find out?
A: I don't know. I suggest contacting Disney's legal department.

Crew
Q: -Does anyone working on the show share the same taste in music as Motor Ed?
A: Thankfully, no.

Q: -In Season 2, did you work with David Block on the episodes he directed?
A: Nope.

Q: -Why did Chris Bailey quit after Season 1?
A: The ultra- talented Chris Bailey pursued other projects.

Q: -Better yet, how does Stephen Silver feel about it?
A: You could ask him at silvertoons.com

Q: -The person credited for "Main Title Design" is named Jennifer Grey. This isn't the same Jennifer Grey who co-starred with Matthew Broderick in the John Hughes classic, Ferris Beuller's Day Off, is it?
A: It is not the same 'Jennifer Grey'.

Q: -Do any of the cast/crew members on KP have TiVos (That you know of?), and who?
A: I think we all do.

Character Design
Q: -Mr. Loter, is Shego's character based on Elphaba from Wicked?
Because I saw the musical and Shego and Elphaba are a lot alike.
A: Shego was created before 'Wicked'

Q: -Is there a real person that Motor Ed is based off of or was he simply the result of mullets being funny?
A: It's based on a funny voice that John did during breaks in recording. By the way, John is from Jersey.

Q: -Was the name Rufus inspired by the "Rufus" character played by George Carlin in the movie, "Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure"?
A: No.

Q: -Actually, Disney Magazine said Rufus comes from the Rufuos-beaked snake or somethin', the naked mole rat's mortal enemy.
A: Yes, Rufus in named for the naked molerats mortal enemy.

Q: -Did the show's creators (McCorkle and Schooley) deliberately make the character of Steve Barkin...
"...someone incapable of sympathy, someone so cynical that the suffering of others is seen as some form of cheap entertainment..." - The Garbage Man, from "Elbonian Trip"
...at the outset or was that change made later on?
A: I think Barkin was always intended to be gruff.

Q: -Also do you know if Dr. Drakken was inspired by any other villains out there, if yes then who?
A: Every cheesy 'mad scientist' villian. Ever.

Q: -Why "Shego?"
A: I'll ask Mark and Bob.

Q: -Just remembered another question I had. Was the look of Mr. Dr. Possible based on Reed Richards, of the Fantastic Four?
A: I'll verify with Mark and Bob, but I'm pretty sure he is.

Artwork
Q: -You mentioned pictures that weren't used in the Sitch in Time DVD of Kim and Ron at 30, which you said looked cool. Now I want to see them. Will they ever be released?
A: I would love to show them to you guys, but I don't think I'm allowed.

Q: -For series-related artwork that you create (such as the DVD cover), do you use any software for producing the finished work? (Such as Photoshop or Illustrator.) A lot of the website artwork looks as if it was done with Illustrator.
A: Photoshop.

Q: -*What do you call the wavy fade to Kim's flashback to her singing "Silent Night" in "Hidden Talent"?
A: Ripple effect.

Q: -*How do you determine camera angle cues to deliver the maximum dramatic effect?
A: We have some of the best storyboard artists in the business. We study film and analyze angles.

Q: -Hey Mr. Loter, i was wondering if you know anything about the animation. is animation today still done by hand, or at least is kim possible? and if so, do you know any of the steps the typical disney animator would have had to gone through in order to get to where they are now? just wondering, cuz im very interested in animation and art now-a-days, and i just thought it'd be smart to get the 411 from some one who might really know the field. thanks:) you are so cool for doing all this. very very cool of you. Thank you so much:) you rock:)
A: The post below from SonicElectronic is absolutely correct. All the Kim animation is done by hand and all the color is done on computer. If you want to become an animator, you should become familiar with both hand-drawing and computer generated imagery.
By the way the animation software is US Animation.

Q: -The art style of KP was done by the same man who did the art style for Clerks. Along with him, many other people from other shows you have worked on have had large contribution to Kim Possible. Exactly how did this come about? Was it by chance or did a few select people push the casting and hiring in this direction?
A: Chris Bailey, Steve Silver and I had worked on Clerks-the animated series and we are all friends with similar tastes in art. We like working together. Mark and Bob also have similar interests.

Q: -I've seen some car and truck that are very easy to recognize in some episodes, like a Mid-50's Buick in the driver's ed movie in "Car Trouble," a Lincoln Town Car Limousine bringing Dr. Wong to the Possible household in "The Truth Hurts," apparently a Peterbilt 377 as the cab to Motor Ed's car carrier in "Motor Ed," etcetera. Does Stephen Silver or any other artist specifically set out to draw genuinely recognizable car and truck models for scenes, or are the vehicles just random?
A: We have 2 prop designers who have a fascination for car design- Scott Hill and Jason Hulst

Q: -You're an artist -as well- as a director O:?!? Did you do any KP art that's been published? Like the ASiT cover art..?
A: Yes, I've done some KP art that has been published.
I did draw the Sitch in Time cover.

Q: -how did you choose drakken's hair style?
A: You should ask Steve Silver this. He's at silvertoons.com.

Q: --why did you decide to let Kim's clothes vary instead of sticking with the main one?
A: I always disliked the fact that 'cartoon' characters always wore the same clothes every day. Kim is too fashion conscious to do that.

Q: -3. After the show is finished, do you know if there will be a website with conceptual art published? I would love to see some early designs.
A: No plans.

Q: -The subject of Kim's preference for clothing with an exposed midriff has arisen on this forum on several occasions. It is probably no surprise that this character design choice may be seen as a little risque.
So, I am curious, was this choice the subject of debate when the show was in development? What factors went into the decision to go with the current character-model? Have you and the other producers run into any objections regarding this issue from viewers, parents, Disney executives, etc.?
A: Kim's clothing was referenced from what teens currently wear today. The exposed midriff was very common when Kim was originally designed.

Q: -On the simulation activity on the A Sitch In Time DVD, who designed Kim and Ron's Future selves? Many of the fans weren't happy about them. (no offence if you designed them, you still rock in stereo).
A: Yes, I did design those with Mark and Bob's input. Unfortunately they decieded not to use Kim and Ron at 30 years. They looked cool.

Voice Actors
Q: *How did CCR and Will Friedle react to some of the scenes in season 2 and 3?
A: They love it.

Q: -How much influence do Christy Romano/Will Friedle and John DiMaggio/Nicole Sullivan have over the dialog of their KP counter parts? A good deal of KP's comedy comes from the relationships of these characters. Does this come from the voice actors themselves or does the crew simply have the Midas touch when working on these parts of the KP universe?
A: Christy, Will, John, Nicole and Nancy Cartwright are some the most talented voice actors in the business.
They have all helped mold their characters into what you see on screen today.

Q: -While I'm here, I assume that almost all of the voice actors have done some ad-libbing (to people who don't know, that's making things up off the top of their heads),
but who would you say is the best at it?
A: All of our voice actors are fantastic at ad-libbing.

Q: -I was recently at an anime convention and we were in a conference with the voice actors from Inu-Yasha and I learned that they all voiced the shows in seperate rooms. Is this the way KP is done, or is it all in one room?
A: Due to scheduling difficulties, this is usually how it's done. However, we once had a session with both John and Will together and it was hilarious!
MINOR CORRECTION- it has been brought to my attention that Will and John have recorded many episodes together. Sorry for the wrong info.

Q: -- You said earlier that John DiMaggio and Will Friedle got to record an episode together, so which episode was it?
A: Sitch in Time.

Q: -- How did you cast the show? Did the actors and actresses need to audition, or did you know who you wanted right of the bat?
A: We have a fantastic character voice department at Disney and they help us choose voices.

Q: -1) Is Nicole Sullivan as irritable in real life as some of her characters portray?
A: She is one of the sweetest and nicest people I've ever met.

Q: -Does Disney still gather all actors & actresses in one studio, which they've been so famous for in the past, or have they stopped that method of recording and now make them do their lines individually?
A: Because of scheduling difficulties, we usually record them separately.

Q: -Have you ever heard Nicole Sullivan sing? If so, does she have a good voice?
A: I have not, but I'm sure it's a very nice singing voice.

Q: -And i saw on the movier surfer's that they interviewed the man who played 'Sindurum' from The Incredibles and they showed him in the studio doing his voice and jumping around with the diretor showing him how... do you do that with john nichole and christi and will??
A: Though I commonly jump around and do voices when I'm not in the studio, John, Nicole, Christy and Will are so good at what they do, they don't need any assistance.

Q: -The voice that John D. dose for Drakken, is that his natural voice? Thank you.
A: Nope.

Q: -I heard Nicole Sullivan was interested in politics. Is she democrat or republican? Bush or Kerry? If you're only interested in answering KP questions, just skim mine.
A: Sorry, I don't know.

Q: -I'm not sure if you would know the answer to this, but I've always wondered if actors/actresses of a show (in this case Will and Christy) ever come to message boards such as this one to read what the fans are saying about them and their characters.
A: Sorry, I don't know.

Episode Air Times
Q: -Will "Showdown at the Crooked D" air on Disney AFTER the DVD/VHS release of "Kim Possible: The Villain Files", if ever?
A: Since 'Partners' had the same sort of arrangement, I think that it would be on TV in the future.

Q: -Will "Steal Wheels" air as part of Magnet-tude, do you know? And will it be all KP that night? Or, is Kim gonna be at her regular time of 5 PM?
A: I'm not sure about this. I'll look into it.

Q: -do you know when steel wheels will air in canada?
A: Sorry, I do not.

Q: -3) When is the movie scheduled to air on TV, and will it come out on video?
A: There are no plans for a video release.

Q: -And one more thing, do you know when the remaining episodes will air?
A: Sorry, I do not.

[dracko19]

**** Continuing June 2005 Interview *****

Q: -I was wondering if you can tell us when "Bad Boy" is going to air.
A: Tentatively 1/14/05

Q: -Mr. Loter, do you know when the movie will air? Will it be in 2004 or 2005?
A: Tentatively 4/8/05

Q: -Mr. Loter, I recently checked the schedules for October 15th and 22nd at www.disneychannel.com, and according to that:
A: We deliver the episodes to the Channel and they schedule them.

Q: -do you know when Tick Tick Tick will air again?
A: Sorry, I don't know.

Episode Production
Q: -Is it true that Kim Possible is a fan-driven series?
A: Yes, fans have influenced Kim costume changes and other things.

Q: -what's up with all the twins on the show?
A: I guess Mark and Bob like twins.

Q: -I'd like to know why they use monkeys so often?
A: Monkeys are funny!

Q: -What's the deal with the shot in the opening credits where Shego is huge and smacks the green balls down at Kim?
A: That was created just for the main title.

Q: *Will we see an extended version of any episode? Like, from 22 minutes to 30 minutes or even an hour?
A: Kind of. More info in coming months.

Q: *Would there ever be an episode that's not rated G?
A: No.

Q: *Would Disney Channel ever do a crossover between their shows? Like KP and Lilo and Stitch?
A: Yes.

Q: *Will there be any other holiday episodes?
A: No.

Q: 2. In the opening credits it shows Kim being scanned and some blurry words appear next to her, is this her bio? If so, what does it say?
A: I'll look into these.

Q: - I AM A LITTLE CONFUSSED WILL THIS MOVIE BE IN THE THEATERS OR THE TV!!??!?
A: It will be on TV.

Q: -will there be any more new "Bloopers" on disney channel? those were funny.... especially w/ drakken! lol
A: I will have to check on this.

Q: -How long dose it take to draw a full episode and record the voices for the episode? Like do you draw and color the episode first and then have the voice overs or vice versa
A: To completely create a Kim episode it takes 9 months.
The voices are done before the art.

Q: -Are all of the episodes produced with potential widescreen delivery in mind, and cropped to 4:3 for broadcast? Or are widescreen versions created specifically for DVDs? (Related question - why is "Crush", not widescreen on the DVD?)
A: All the episodes are created widescreen because they air that way in Austrailia and Japan. I'm not sure why Crush is not widescreen on DVD.

Q: -1. Why was the order of "Day of the Snowmen" / "Commodore Puddles" switched? My guess would be that Drakken would start the episode better, but I wanted to know for sure.
A: It felt better that way.

Q: -will KP crossover with any other shows
A: Yes.

Q: -Was there an alternative script for an episode or movie that wasn't used? If so, what was it about and why wasn't it used?
A: Though we changed some of it mid-production, we stuck to the script we started with.

Q: -I know it is wishful thinking, but has anyone considered moving KP to CG?
A: That would be fun to try. No plans at this time.

Music
Q: -Mr. Loter will we hear the instrumental Naked Mole Rap from Queen Bebe again.
A: We are still putting music in the show. We'll keep this in mind.

Q: -Does the song Could It Be relate to any romance between Kim and Ron in the movie? Does Kim actually sing it, or is it in the ending credits or backround?
A: Sorry, spoiler.

Q: -Coul dyou give us a slight hint on the new song "Could it Be"?
A: Sorry, that's a spoiler.

Q: -Who was behind the overlay of song segments into pre-existing episodes? I believe I was the first person to pick up on it, during an early rebroadcast of "The New Ron".
Overall, I'm fairly neutral on it. In some instances, it has worked well, especially with instrumental riffs. In a couple episodes, such as in "All the News", it has been, well, unfortunate.
A: I think it was a great way to incorporate songs from the KP soundtrack into the show. The season 1 episodes were completed before the soundtrack was created.

Q: -I love that song that plays when Kim and Shego fight. I know it's been in other eps, too. Is that a stock song, or was it made just for the show, and what is it called?
A: It was written and performed by Adam Berry.

Q: -Also, after Kim and Ron talk about the fireworks some music plays. Is it from Addicted by Simple Plan (the beginning of it), or not..?
A: Nope, it's an original composition by Adam Berry.

Merchandise
Q: 9) Do you know if there's going to be more merchandise? A lot of fans have been dying for more. Some of us really hope there might be some villain merchandise.
A: Though we sometimes have the opportunity to approve or change the art on product, we have no involvement in the decisions about the product.

Q: - i think alot of people across the u.s would thank you alot if you put the seasons on dvd.
A: I really want them on DVD, too. It is not my decision.

Q: -will all the eps come out on various dvds? because we already have 3 on the secret files, and the villains files will have some on them... help?
A: There are no plans to release full season dvd's

Q: -Secondly, do you have any idea why the toys are being marketed so differently than the show itself? The show seems to be an action show that promotes positives for both boys and girls. Yet the toy line seems to be leaning heavily to wards girls who enjoy "Barbie" like dolls. I know, you probably have no idea becuase they don't let any of you guys get a say in such things but is something that really strikes me as odd.
A: I believe the toys were created for a certain demographic.

Q: -Another thing that is odd, is that Disney is marketing new merchandise for the show. Does this mean they are planning on extending and just not telling us? Or are they just trying to make more money on a terminated show (which won't work)?
A: As far as we know, we are not being extended.

Q: -sorry to bother you again mr. loter, but do you know when the cover for 'the villains files' pic will be available?
A: I did some pencil art on the cover recently, but I don't know when they will release the photo.

Q: -Mr. Loter, did you guys ever think about making a soundrack with all of the character's theme song things?
A: No plans.

Q: -I also have a question about the DVD. Do you know the approximate timeframe of its release?
A: 4th quarter of 04.

Q: -sorry mr. loter, but i have another question. do you know if seasons 1,2 & 3 of KIm POssible will come onto dvd?
A: No plans at this time.

Q: -I read on PK's web page in June '04 a short documentary film was made for Japanese Television about the making of Kim Possible. Is this going to be included in any of the upcoming DVD releases?
A: It was a pretty in-depth making of KP documentary. It was fun. There are no plans to release it on video.

Q: -I know you're not in charge of the DVDs, Mr. Loter, but who can we contact to let them know a lot of KP fans would kill for the first, second, and third seasons on DVD? I'll take anything: email, snail-mail, phone number...
A: I don't really know. Sorry.

Q: -Do you know if there will be anymore Kim Possible Cine-manga books?
A: I don't know. They are really great. You should e-mail them.

Q: -Will there be commentary and other fun stuff on The villian Files?
A: Unfortunately, no.

Plot Arcs
Q: 8) When the series was started, was the overall plot planned beginning to end or did you just kind of go along with it?
A: I don't think Mark and Bob planned an overall plot through the series, but there is a character arc is season 3.

Q: 10) Do the similarities between Kim and Shego and Drakken and Ron have to do with anything? Althought they lead diffrent lives they have similar traits, thoughts and intrests
A: This wasnt planned, but it's an interesting thought.

Q: -Also, was the Ron/Monkey Fist subplot planned?
A: Yes.

Vocabulary
Q: -Oh...In regards to 'Boo-yah' (and 'sitch', 'ish', etc.)...is there a chance of these words being submitted into Webster's Dictionary? I know 'D'oh!' of 'Simpsons' fame was...so why not KP? Is it up to you?
A: LOL! I dont think it's up to us.

Q: -By the way, does Disney bother to register as trade-names words and phrases invented for KP such as "Naco" and "Kimmunicator." I assume they do so for major character names as well as the name of the show itself.
A: I don't really know. Sorry.

Q: -In Spanish, "naco" translates to "nerd." Were you aware of this when it was created?
A: We did not know that.

Section Seven: For Steve Loter

Personal Opinions
Q: -What's your opinion of garden gnomes? Are they evil as some may say, or simply misunderstood?
A: Defientley evil.

Q: -If Disney came up to you and asked you to develop a spin-off of Kim Possible, which character would you spin-off and why?
A: TV sitcom style- Drakken and Ron move into a apartment together.

Q: *What is the most important episode to the entire series in your opinion, Mr. Loter? Or, the top ten.
A: Probably Sitch in Time. Though So the Drama, I think, is better.

Q: 5) Who is your favorite character?
A: I feel very parental and protective about Kim, so I guess it's her.

Q: -What is your opinion on KP fanfiction being written as a whole?
A: I think it's fantastic. I love the idea that you guys are as excited about the characters as we are.

Q: -How does it feel to have been part of a show that out does all shows before it? KP has Monkey-Ninjas and a naked mole rat. Nothing will ever be able to top either of these, let alone both at the same time. How does this make you feel?
A: Very, very proud. We have a very talented crew.

Q: --which season, including the third, was your favorite one? which do you think turned out the best.
A: I think the new movie is the best thing we've ever done.
I'm also extremely proud of 'Exchange'.

Q: -Have there been any episodes that didn't quite end up as good as you hoped they would?
A: We try to make every episode as good as they can be, but since all the episodes overlap in production, some get more attention than others.

Q: -Do you ever watch the show on your own time or is just making the episodes enough?
A: When we make the episodes, we see them MANY times over and over. I usually don't watch it when it airs.

Q: -Mr. Loter, do you and your crew ever go to any websites and look at Kim Possible fanart?
A: We have seen a few. We enjoy them.

Q: -Have you ever considered once the final episodes air to propose a monthly comic book for Kim?
A: Disney has a separate division for comics. I don't know if they considered it.

Q: -Mr. Loter, is this a common practice for you, going to fan sites when your latest project has ended or have you only done it for Kim Possible?
A: Only for Kim.

Q: -Of all the KP characters, which one/ones do you identify with the most? Whom would you like to be more like?
A: I think I'm probably most like Ron, however, I cant imagine the naco would taste good!

Q: -"IF" you got some say so in the toys and games made for Kim Possible, what would you like to see be made?
A: I would love to see action figures.

Q: -If you were a KP villain what would be your gimmick, and what sort of henchmen would you have?
A: Well, most of the KP villains want to take over the world, but I'm just looking to have an easy drive with no traffic.
Oh, and the world's supply of thai iced tea. (My favorite drink)

Q: -Who is your fav. villain and why?
A: Drakken. It's the hair.

Q: -What was your favorite Season 1 episode and why?
A: Bueno Nacho. It has the most amazing fight sequences.

Q: -Since you're working on Season 3, what do you think was the coolest Season 3 episode to make?
A: Rappin' Drakken.

Q: --What's your opinion on Bonnie?
A: We learn a little more this season why Bonnie acts the way she is.

Q: -Two other things I wanted to ask was, one, how do you feel about the wide age range in fan's of the show? Why do you think the show has sparked an interest with people that wasn't in the original demographic?
A: We are very pleased that Kim has become a show that parents can watch with their kids.

Q: -Are you allowed to visit fanfiction.net now that you've finished Kim Possible?
A: We are still adding music and sound effects on Kim until December.

Q: -I was just curious, if you were to ever marry one of the girls on kp lol! like if shego and kim were both your age, who do you think you would marry and why? j.w
A: Yikes, that's a loaded question. I feel very close to these characters in an almost parental kind of way.

Q: -We've all read how you and the staff feel about fanart, but how do you feel about Craig Rosseau's version of the KP cast?
A: Craig is a very talented artist and a really nice guy. We liked his art so much that he did some storyboarding work this season.

Q: -Mr. Loter, what would the "higher ups" think if there was a movement to organize a Kimvention--a mass convention of Kim Possible fans
A: I'll be there!

Q: -What department should we contact for permission/assistance?
A: Sorry, I don't know.

Work Details
Q: -when did you start making the show?
A: Season 2.

Q: -You said earlier in one of your replies (I think) that you were currently working on another show for Disney. Is it Coqui Loco? What is it about?
A: I am not working on that show. I'm involved with a few pilots.

Q: -Mr. Loter, do you do work on Dave the Barbarian? If so, then what did you work on?
A: I directed the pilot (which never aired). It was slightly different in feel than the series. I thought Howie did a great job with series, though.

Q: -Also, did you help create Disney Channel's KP site? If not, do you like it, or are there some changes you want to make?
A: We have no involvement with the website, but I think it looks great.

Q: -Mr. Loter, earlier - much earlier - you mentioned how the third season has a character arc for Kim, and things are connected more in general. Was the decision to do this a direct result of the fact that you knew this would be Kim's last season?
A: Yes.

Q: -Since you're here, could I ask a question or two? Is there any possibility whatsoever of the show continuing on past 65? And I was also wondering if you knew about this website: www.savekimpossible.com.
A: I would love to do more KP's. Personally, it has been my favorite show to work on. We are aware of www.savekimpossible. All I can say is thank you.

Q: -I'd -really- like to know as I want to be a director, would that be the same with every TV show you work on or even movies in the theatres? Or is that just Disney (as in, does it vary from company to company)? Hypothetically, if you directed, created a concept for a show/movie and the ideas were -entirely your creation-, would you still be hindered to read FanFictions? Or because it's your creation, you call the shots? I think that'd be difficult for me as I'd love to see what the fans come up with. My animation teacher told me he wasn't allowed, legally, to draw certain characters from television shows he worked on (like the Simpsons), is that the same thing? If so, I find that extremely rattling ._.;; And when you say you can't, is that ever in your entire life? Or as long as said show is in production?
A: You have to be aware of the legalities of someone claiming that they wrote a story that you (as a producer or writer) 'ripped off' and did not pay or credit them in any way. You should avoid all unsolicted material while a show is in production. However, you certainly could listen to fan's advice. The KP fanbase has helped us make decisions about KP's wardrobe and other things.

Q: -I don't want to speak for Steve Loter, of course, but I suspect that the restrictions on reviewing unsolicited scripts may be related to possibly being a writers' guild signatory. Is that correct, Steve?
For more information try checking out the Writers' Guild of America West site at www.wga.org.
I do know, however, that Paramount accepts outside Star Trek scripts and has produced at least one episode of STNG based upon such a submission after which the writer was hired as staff. So, it seems, that some companies do accept unsolicited outside scripts. Perhaps Mr. Loter can comment on this further
A: I am not aware of Paramount's policies, but Disney does not accept unsolicted material.

Q: -Mr. Loter, I hate to overload you with yet another question, but you are in a good position to answer it. With Kim Possible's imminent conclusion and debate on the forum over the 65 episode rule, one relevant question is, just how successful is the show?
A: The show has been very successful.

Q: 2) What is your job like and do you enjoy it?
A: This series is my favorite. Mark and Bob have created a fantastic show and I am thrilled to be involved with it.
I will miss KP very much.

Q: -Mr. Steve Loter, I don't know if you can answer me on this question, but I have a very high interest in creating shows. I just want to know how it works at Disney Channel. Do you have an idea, write a script, bring it to them, they read it, then they tell you whether they might be interested or not, then they give you a studio to work in, you make a pilot, show it to them (Disney), then they decide from that if they want to continue the show or not? And, how do you get started in making shows?
A: I believe, that the Disney Channel does not accept unsolicted scripts. I think you would need an agent to represent you.

Q: -My question is this, when did you first hear about the project, known as Kim Possible? How did you get involved?
A: I fell in love with the show in Season 1. I had worked with Chris Bailey previously on Clerks-the animated series, so when he left before season 2, I threw my hat in the ring and thankfully Mark and Bob hired me.

Q: -what influence have you noticed from anime on American animation in the last couple of years?
A: Yes, the influence is very obvious. The most inspiring animated series I have seen anywhere (Japan or USA)
is 'Cowboy Bebop'.

Q: -Did you know Kim Possible was going to be a huge sucess at the start or did you think otherwise?
A: Mark and Bob were very pleased and suprised with the success of Kim.

Q: -Would consider making a Ron Stoppable spin off?
A: It sounds like fun, however it is not our decision.

Q: -'m not sure if you can answer this one, but are there any new shows coming out that you will be working on?
A: I have finished a new pilot for Disney, but there are no immediate plans. I really want to cherish these last few 'Kim' months.

Q: -When did you start making Kim Possible?
A: The beginning of season 2.

Q: -Here is my one question. I don't want to sound like a death fanatic, but as a fan of the James Bond series, I can't get around it. If the show were not so child oriented and less of a full-blown comedy, like, if it were on, maybe WGN or ABC family, and could be a bit more of a drama, if you could, would you allow a villain to die, even if it's only someone who the audience really doesn't connect with, like the Knights or Fen, who really weren't funny, or likable? Thanks.
A: The show was always intended to be a show for children.

Q: -how did you figure out who should play the villains and why did you choose John Dimaggio over anyone else? Can you share with us the different people, (if there were any) who tried out for this part?
A: Our wonderful voice casting department helps us out.
I don't know anyone else who auditioned for Drakken.

Q: --If you could change one thing about the series, what would it be?
A: Make more.

Q: -I am a little confused by this but, i know you said you could not read any fanfictions, but what about after kp has ended? Then are you alould to read them, or none at all?
A: I would like to think that Kim would come back in some form in the future and I hope I would be part of it, so I would refrain from reading them.

Q: -What is the best way for someone to get into the field of making animated TV shows, or animated films. This is something I'm very interested in persuing as a career.
A: School is important. Cal- Arts in California is the best school for animation training.

Q: -what will you do after Kim Possible is finished?
A: Not sure yet.

Q: -Someone asked a while ago if there would ever be a spinoff of KP (such as "Ron Stoppable") and you said that "it's not up to us." Well, who is it up to and can you see that actually happening? Would you personally like to see it happen? It would be a loophole to the 65 episode policy--almost the same show with a different name.
A: I'd like to continue Kim's story. The College years would be fun.

[dracko19]

**** Continuing June 2005 Interview ****

Miscellaneous
Q: -Ha, I was a part of that Farscape campaign. I suppose you could say it worked.
A: Ha! So was I! By the way, crackers do matter.

Q: -But how can we be sure its really you? I hate to bring this up but how can we be sure we're recieving valid information? You certainly sound very professional and like you have your facts down straight but I'm still concerned about this for the sake of the other fans here. Is there a way you can vertify that you are the true Steve Loter? If not, I understand and I wouldn't want you to go out of your way but it would be marvelous if we could really truely know.
After all, its only natural to be cautious about whom we speak to over the internet right? I hope you aren't mad. Please don't be.
A: I'm not mad. I had to prove myself quite a few times to Middleton High Auditorium but they finally believed me.
(By the way, I never stated a live action KP movie was 'in production')
I dont know any real way to prove this except to possibly give you a couple of lines of dialog from the upcoming ' Steal Wheels' episode-
Kim- "let's go mash some mummies!"
Felix/Ron- "Zombies!"

Q: -And what are some of your favorite references that have been put into episodes that no one caught?
A: There are some salutes to my favorite anime characters in 'Exchange'

Q: -But do you ever check out fanart?
A: I've seen some, it's really cool.

Q: -I know this sounds silly, Mr.Loter, but some people at RS.net wanted to know this--what color is your toothbrush?
A: Um...green.

Q: -I was watching my sister's copy of the animated clerks and I think Kevin smith said something about you being in this image.
img.photobucket.com/albums/v467/IronPlant/Clerkscrew.jpg
Is this true, and if so, which one is you?
A: I'm not actually in that group. Those are the writers.
Nick Fillippi and I are pictured as the students from Randall and Dante's high school class that went into an shuttle in space.

Q: -I don't know if this has been asked, but have you ever considered making your own "Steve Loter" website?
A: That would be fun, but I dont really have the time.

Q: -And can I have an autograph?
A: Um, I guess so. Write to me in care of Disney, I think.

Q: -Is the "o" in "Loter" long?
A: Pronounced ' Low- ter'

Section Eight: Background

Q: 4) Is there a tie between Monkey Fist and Josh Mankey?
A: No.

Q: -Where is Middleton?
A: Anywhere, USA.

Q: -Is Go City supposed to be Chicago?
A: It was originally written to be, but was then changed to a fictional city.

Q: -And Mr.Loter, why is there an international airport in Middleton, anyway? It's a small town.
A: We needed an airport for the story.

Q: -I also have to ask again because it just aired. Is Go City in any way supposed to be Chicago?
A: The Tivo episode description is wrong. It was originally set in Chicago and then changed to be a fictional city.

Q: -I don't know if anyone has asked this yet, but is Smarty Mart a pop culture reference to the S-Mart in the Army of darkness/ Evil Dead movies? The stores' names and their associated slogans are very similar.
A: Love Army of Darkness film, but no connection.

Q: -Where is Middleton?
A: It is Anywhere USA. It is not based on a real place.

*********END OF INTERVIEW**********

[dracko19]

From RS.NET's "Ask Steve Loter" Thread

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Hi everybody-

I'm glad to be here. The last time I was here was a little 'rocky', but everything's cool now. (Thanks, dracko19)
I can't guarantee I'll be around frequently, I've been a staple at the ARA and I owe them alot and I want to be very fair about everything.
So, I'll try to jump around a little bit to give everyone a little KP 'somethin-somethin'

First off, some non KP issues. If you are only interested in KP, please cover your eyes now!

Keep them closed....

Okay, are they closed?....

Cool....

Regarding my 'other' gig, the second season of American Dragon. There has been some discussion of my re-design of the series, also lovingly referred to as my 'destroying' of the series.
Geez guys, do you always pass judgment over 20 seconds of clips?
Watch the show, we'll get a cup of coffee and we'll talk.

Okay, you can open your eyes now.

Back to KP stuff,

-To your knowledge, is Kim supposed to be Irish?

Not necessarily. It was a color choice that worked. Bald, however, did not work.

-How's season 4 coming? Where are you in terms of production?

As of today, 2 shows shipped overseas.

-In a recent response to someone's question, you said you were going to change the look of one of Drakken's toes in Season 4. Was that a joke, or is that change really going to happen? Does that mean Drakken will be barefoot in a Season 4 episode?

Sorry, that was a joke. I admit not a funny one, but a joke anyhow. The jokes in the show will be funnier- guaranteed!

-You've mentioned in your last chat that we should be expecting Flamingos in season 4, but I've seen more squids than flamingos on KP, should we be expecting more squids too?

More flamingos, squids, monkeys, you name it, we got it!

-Are the Oh Boyz ever going to appear again?

Not planned at this time.


-Can you please give us a Drakken quote from Season 4?

"She's the SIDEKICK!"

-Will there be more great songs in the new season that will be released on a cd?

Not planned at this time.

-What criteria do you use to pick generic background characters?

They can't look distinctive enough to be a 'lead'.

- In Low Budget, did Bob and Mark use their own voices to portray their own characters?

Nope.



- Here is a previous quote from a previous forum.
Q: -There's still the question of the other blonde cheerleader's (the freckled one) name.
A: Maggie.
Why was Maggie’s name in So The Drama changed to Jessica?

What we refer to in the industry as a 'screw-up'.


- In A Sitch In Time, the students at the Norwegian high school are the same as those in Middleton; only they all have blond hair. Was this done to be funny, or just a way to save time on new character designs?

Funny. Kids are the same all over. Except for Norwegian kids, they are all blond. Every single one of them. Even the dogs.


- Will we ever see Shego have an episode on her own against Kim? No Drakken (not even an apperance)

Yep.

-If someone ever DIED on Kim while on a mission, be it a good guy or bad, how would that effect her? I'm just asking because I had it be Shego slips out of Kims fingers from a great hight and appears to fall to her doom...it devestated Kim. Something like that.

Sorry. Nobody's dying on this show. However, I think ' I' may be poked at with blunt sticks
because of the whole 'Dragon' thing.

.- Maybe this question isn't very important or trascendental, but we'll see new international allieds and/or enemies?;like, besides of, Yori, Duff Killigan...;

Yep.

2.-We'll see Tara again and the ohter cheerleaders, besides Kim and Bonnie, obviously?

Yep. Expect new uniforms.

-Somehow, I cannot help but you put yourslef as one of the character in Kim Possible whihc is Mr. Steve Barkin. Is this true

Ha! I could use his hair, but otherwise no.

-I got a question. We have seen Dark Ron so do see Dark Kim in season 4?

Kim gets a little crabby at times, but dark, no.

-Mr. Loter, some people claim that the K/R "shippy" arc that climaxed with the kiss in StD began with "Emotion Sickness," while other place it as far back as "Sink or Swim" if not earlier. Could you please give a statement as to just when said arc began?

Well, I fully concentrated on aiming towards that starting with 'Emotion Sickness'. We knew the kiss was coming right around that time. However, it was planned from the beginning.

-Can you let us in on atleast some of the new countries Kim will be visiting?

I can't remember any new ones right now. Sorry!

Will we see Zeta anymore?

Not likely.

-Is there any possibility of a spinoff based on Shego's Team Go days?

Not planned. Though Team Go will be back.

That's it for now. Look for the further adventures of my inept question answering abilities on this thread and the ARA.

[dracko19]

From RS.NET's "Ask Steve Loter" Thread (2nd Post by Steve)
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1) Have ALL the season 4 episodes been scripted out?

No.


2) If you have completed Season 4 scripts, have you left the ending of the last episode open so as to continue with a potential Season 5?

We have not finished the last script yet, so I can't be positive.


3) Will there be another Kim Possible movie, even if made for TV?

We hope so. Depends on ratings.


4) Will the Tweebs play a part in Team Possible?

Yes.

5) Will we learn Mrs Dr. Possible's full name this season?

Not sure, yet.

6) What is the first line of Season 4 and who is it spoken by?

Ron. What the line is would be a spoiler

7) If you had five words to describe Season 4 (with reference to upcoming episodes), what would they be?

Fashionistas, Kepler's, Warmonga, Sloth's and Camille.

8) If you had a say about what would go in potential season boxsets, what material would you have as the extra/special features (if any)?

Unfortunately we didnt keep alot of deleted scenes, but we could put in animatics.


9) Will Drakken and Shego find out that Kim and Ron are dating? And if so - how will they react i.e. will they try to exploit the situation?

He does find out.

10) Do you believe that if the Save Kim Possible movement was strong enough to recommission Season 4, it could also be strong enough to get Season 5/a Series boxset?

Fans are what makes a show great. Anything's possible for a possible (fan).

-I have a question will there be any pop culture refrences in this season?
Also who will be guest staring in this season any big names?

Yes, Ashley Tinsdale guests stars.

-any more episodes with Camp Wannaweep?

No plans at this time.

and will Shego get a new boyfriend or will she stay with Drakken?

I can't imagine Shego would put up with a 'boyfriend'.

-Are there any other crossovers planned with KP and other Disney Channel shows?

None planned at this time.

-any qoute from Shego in the new season

"I'M ON VACATION!"

-1. Why is Drakken Blue? How did he go from "Drew Lipski" to "Dr. Drakken"? What is he a "Doctor" in?

We loosely explained in 'Bad Boy' that blue is his 'badness level'. I think the "Dr". is a self-given title.

2. How/Where did Mr./Mrs. Dr. P. meet? Will we find anything out about Mrs. P's family? We know about Nana and Slim/Joss from Dr. P's side, but nothing about Mrs. P.

We are really focusing on Kim and Ron, there may be some history from Mrs. P side of the family. Scripts are not yet finished.

3. We know Shego was fighting good at one point. Will we see an example of that? How about her parents or Shego's "Before good" history? School? Her "real" name?

I think we like to keep Shego very mysterious.

4. We've seen Kim's parents at work. What about Ron's parents at work?

We will see Ron's dad at work.

You mentioned you will be exploring what Shego keeps in that leg pouch. We are going to hold you to that!!

Thanks for reminding me!

-So is Ron is getting a new brother or sister? And speaking of that, will Jim and Tim get a growth spurt (or spirt, whichever)?

Sister and yes.

Thanks!

[dracko19]

From Steve Loter - Answers to rs.net members on Aug 12th, 2006

Hey guys-

I'm gonna whiz thru a few of these. Sorry for skipping the hard ones!

2) Will we ever see Roachie again? (I think he [she? it?] was cute. )

VERY doubtful.


4) I apologize if this has been asked before, but what's the title for episode 2 of season 4? (Car Alarm has already been confirmed as the title of episode 2, see: kpfanworld.com/eplist)

Yes, it's Car Alarm

5) How far along the season does 'Car Alarm' come? (*ahem* see question above)

Waiting for it to come back from overseas. Keeping fingers crossed the 'sloth' works.

6) Will Ron become a little bit more mature than he used to be this season?

Also, VERY doubtful.

7) I don't know if this was intentional or not but the ending of STD got a lot of fans asking the question: "Was Ron just rebound from Eric?" Are you guys going to make an episode where Ron asks himself if he is just rebound, like he did in Emotion Sickness? (“just reboundE I’m thinking “just a reboundEmight make a little more sense here)

Nah, Kim and Ron were always meant for eachother.

8) Will Yori come back? (confirmed by one of the animatics at the Gargoyles Convention)

Yep, quite a few times.


9) Was 'Emotion Sickness' Ron's first kiss with a girl?

Most likely.

10) Are the tweebs going to be taller in Season 4, now that they're 13?

Yep.


12) Will Motor Ed return? Because he was awesome, seriously!

Yep.

13) Will Shego fall in love in Season 4?

Not so far.

14) Mr. Loter, are you a member of the American Dragon: Jake Long Fan Forum? (Yes, he is, but maybe someone wants confirmation directly from Steve.)

Yep. Do you hate my designs, too?!!


18) Will Kim Possible ever be animated by Disney instead of letting other companies do it?

Do you mean 'Feature Animation'? Except for features, all the animation is done overseas.

21) Will Wade look older?

Yep.

26) Will we see less of Drakken and Shego in season 4?

They are in alot of episodes.

27) Will Eric return?

Nope.

28) We know two season 4 titles are 'Ill Suited' and 'Car Alarm' - can you pleasssssseeee give us two more?! For, er, consistency. (Known episode titles: Ill-Suited, Car Alarm, Trading Faces, The Big Job, Mad Dogs and Aliens, Fashion Victim, Big Brother, Odds Man In)

Wow! You already got alot of titles. Actually it's Big Bother.


29) Will we get to see more of Wade out of his room? (confirmed at Gargoyles Convention)

Yep.


48) Which animation companies are working on Season 4.

Rough Draft, Starburst and Hanho.



57) What was the animation company for So the Drama? Did they do the first half of the episode "Steel Wheels"? Being an artist, I was able to point out the slight style difference, and it's slightly better quality. In my personal opinion the So the Drama style/quality was best. Will we see more of that work from that animation company in Season 4?

Yep, that was Rough Draft.

58) On the ASiT DVD, there’s a section with pictures of Kim, Ron and Rufus from the future. Is this canon? Did Bob and Mark approve of their appearance? Will Ron really look like THAT in forty years time?

Wow! This question again! Mark, Bob and I came up with those together. It was meant to be a joke and they didn't actually use the best ones- Kim and Ron at late 20's.

59) Does Bueno Nacho still exist? (UmEn Season 4?)

Yep.


62) Triple S - Kim is left helpless in a free fall. She makes no attempt to save her life at all, and yet, just gets "lucky" and falls on a blimp. That scene has always bugged me. What was your thinking behind that scene? It seemed very "un-Kim-like".

Um, hey... that free fall fight was cool, right.... yeah... that was cool. Next question!...


65) Do you still believe you will be able to complete season 4 production by third quarter 2006?

Nope, it actually finishes mid-next year.

66) In contrast, from what you've seen, will Season 4 have more Action/Romance/Mystery/Drama/Horror?

Actually, I feel it has more comedy.

67) What can you tell us about the recently discovered episode title for Season 4, "Odds Man In"?

Cupcakes.

68) Any chance that we can have a copy of Kim and Ron's pic at age 30?

I don't think I'm allowed to post it. Sorry!

70) How much have the Season 4 intro credits been changed, if at all?

No kidding- you actually reminded me I have to do this! I am literally writing it in my calendar right now.


72) Can you tell us about the special 'Make A Wish' foundation episode(s) of Season 4? Either the episode title, episode synopsis or both? We think the episode title’s something like 'KP's Biggest Fan' - can you clarify? Please and thank you! (Brian or Tom made a post about this somewhere. I can’t remember all of it but I know they said that ‘KP’s Biggest FanEwas only an early idea and isn’t being used as the final title)

KP's biggest fan is actually a part of a script. Not an entirely different episode.

74) How did you guys find out about the Gargoyles Convention?

We were asked.

75) How will Kim react to Yori’s return?

VERY interesting. Just finished animatic on that one.

77) Will we ever find out how Wade joined Team Possible?

No plans, yet.


79) Hey Steve, we know that all the episodes are made in widescreen, but are they also made in HD? Disney has joined the HD revolution in supporting the Blu-ray disc format. Does that mean in the coming years, KP could be released on Blu-ray discs instead of DVDs? It'd be great to see Kim Possible episodes/movies in High Definition!

Yep.

80) Will you ever do a 'Making of...' or 'Behind the Scenes...' KP special for future DVDs/segments on the Disney Channel? I heard someone did a KP special in Japan or someplace a while back.


The Japanese 'Making Of' was fun. No other plans at this time.




84) Steve, I have a few questions concerning American Dragon Jake Long:
a. Will we ever find out Spuds real name?

Yes.

b. Will we ever see Spuds family?

Yes.

c. When will Home Coming air?

Probably next year.

d. Will there be a third season for the show?

Don't know. Ratings are good.

85) Was ASiT the last time we saw the Time Monkey?

Most likely.

87) Will Ron still keep losing his pants? ^^

Most certainly.

88) The KP Character Model Sheet Pack for Season 1 is already online (unofficially). Is there anyway to get Season 2/3/4 model packs online too?

I don't know. I know I'm not allowed to post them.

89) Which character do you think is the hardest to draw?

Kim's hair!


92) will Shego still be Drakken's partner in season 4?

Yes.


95) Hello, Mr. Loter. I've read that you're a fan of the Lupin the Third anime. If so, what are the chances that we'll see Lupin homages in season 4 of Kim Possible?

Well, the Lupin, Jigen and Goemon were in Exchange as Ninjas.
And Yori is my little salute to Faye Valentine on Cowboy Bebop.

96) We know that you don't like looking at KP fan fiction - but do you ever look at KP fan art?! (So far it seems that the crew can look at fanart/videos but they try to stay away from fanfics for legal reasons)

I've seen some stuff. I always need to make sure my safesearch is on when I look at Yahoo.


97) Steve, I’ve got a question about working as a director for animated films and shows: Could someone like me, who is an absolutely untalented artist who can't even draw a doodle, but has a huge imagination and could tell the artists what he wants, work in the "delegating part" of the animation sector? Or should I learn to draw (or just give up my hopes) before I consider a career in that business?

Drawing helps tremendously, but if you have a way to communicate clearly, it is possible.

[dracko19]

From Steve Loter - answers to rs.net members questions on Aug 13, 2006

98) What ideas have you had so far regarding a new Kim Possible movie? Will the last two episodes of Season 4 make up that movie?

Well, I don't think we'll make another movie, so we'll try to wrap up some stuff in the last episodes.

107) Can you describe a day in the life of a KP director?

Panic.
Sheer panic.
Just kidding, it usually involves looking over various stages of different episodes. Sometimes I'm reading scripts or reviewing storyboards or approving color.

108) How are you finding the response to the new season of ADJL?

The reaction to the new designs took me by surprise, but eventually most everyone came around. Considering we doubled the ratings of season 1, I felt we did our job.


109) If you could travel into Kim's universe, what would you do?

I'd guess if I were fortunate I'd end up being the director from Molerat CGI

110) What's the last movie you watched at the cinema?

Pirates. It was fun. Recently on DVD- V for Vendetta. Had to watch it twice to know if I liked it. Second viewing I LOVED it.

111) Is there gonna be any new KP merchandise?

Yep.



112) When can we expect a preview or trailer or ANYTHING of Season 4 on Disney Channel?

I'm guessing end of year.

113) Will the Fearless Ferret return or be referenced?

Not yet. I put stickers in STD.

114) Will the S4 animatic clips from Gargoyles ever be disclosed again? Or is it a special event thing so that we can't see it?

Very doubtful. I've changed stuff since then.

119) Will we ever see Aviarius again? I like his voice!

Not a big fan of Aviarius.


124) Do you have any projects planned after, or even during, your work with ADJL and KP?

Yep, there's talk of other non-KP or Dragon.


129) In So the Drama, at the beginning when Shego grabs the Japan floats with the claw on her jet, is this referenced to the 1989 Batman movie when Batman snags the Joker's floats in the same manner? Do you get any other material from movies like Batman? (It has been confirmed that the opening scene was indeed based on the Batman movie, may wanna leave the second part of the question though, your call =) )

Yes.

133) Was ’Fearless FerretEwritten after Adam West had signed up, or would it have been made with someone else doing the voice had he not agreed?

I designed him after Adam West signed on.

134) Steve, you brought Mr. McCorkle and Mr. Schooley here to RS.net, is possible to bring Mr. Silver? I love his art.


You can ask him yourself. www.silvertoons.com

140) Dave Filoni is working with Lucasfilm on the Clone Wars TV series as supervising director. I heard the he once worked on Kim Possible as well. What was his role exactly? And will he work on S4?

Dave boarded on Ferret and another show.

151) Is Shego's hair green or black? The green outline makes it look a little green.

Dark green, though it's painted black.

156) Does KP staff like to pick on each other (I mean for fun)? I mean, we see Bob and Mark in the ‘Low BudgetE We also see Nick in ‘RappinEDrakkenE(he appeared on RappinEDrakken's poster) (I have no idea if that’s true, can you check on that?)

Oh yeah, Nick's my favorite.

159) How does your guysEoffices looks like? Do you guys decorate your offices with KP stuff? Like life-size Ron Stoppable cut-outs or something? Does you desk look like a war zone, or is it neat?

I have a big collection of KP stuff in my office. Also movie posters.

167) Who were "Heather" and "Quin" supposed to represent in real life? Lindsey Lohan and Leonardo DeCaprio? Or were they just fictional icons?

They represent typical hollywood type.
Thanks!
Whew!!!!!