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Steve Jobs Reflects on Pixar's Legacy in Rare Interview

11/19/2025

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The Steve Jobs Archive released a never-before-seen interview with Steve Jobs from November 22, 1996, to mark Toy Story's 30th anniversary.
Jobs reflects on Pixar's success and its empowering model, noting Pixar favors stock options over contracts to retain talent.
He discusses Hollywood–Silicon Valley differences and emphasizes storytelling over technology in Pixar's approach.
He views his role as serving the creative team and predicts Toy Story stays relevant for decades.

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The Steve Jobs Archive released a never-before-seen interview with Steve Jobs from November 22, 1996, to mark Toy Story's 30th anniversary.
Jobs reflects on Pixar's success and its empowering model, noting Pixar favors stock options over contracts to retain talent.
He discusses Hollywood–Silicon Valley differences and emphasizes storytelling over technology in Pixar's approach.
He views his role as serving the creative team and predicts Toy Story stays relevant for decades.