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This week Vanessa takes the host spot, as her and Brett chat with Lou and Donna Hare about their recent trip to Walt Disney World. The group discusses discusses bringing a pre-teen to WDW, and the planning that went into their trip. Both Donna and Lou have a change of heart about different parks while reminiscing on the best memories from the trip. Oh and yes—there will be turkey leg talk…. Lots of turkey leg talk.
Be sure to check out Lou’s show, Guilty Pleasures, wherever you find podcasts!
FEATURING: Vanessa Ferguson, Brett Rutherford
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Please enjoy this episode of BEYOND THE MOUSE and as always, we’ll see you in the front row!
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We are so excited to discuss the long awaited next installment of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Black Widow. Craig, Jeremy and Brandon are joined by Jacqueline from “Like This Pod” to discuss this thrilling action packed film. The first portion of the discussion is spoiler-free, but beware…. after that we dive into all things Black Widow!
FEATURING: Craig McFarland, Jeremy Goeckner, Brandon Davis, Jacqueline Keysear
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Please enjoy this episode of BEYOND THE MOUSE and as always, we’ll see you in the front row!
Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast is made with Jetpack Podcast. Full show notes and every episode at https://beyondthemousepodcast.wordpress.com/
“We’re walking’ right down the middle of Chicago, USA!”
This week we are pleased to bring you an interview with some of the team behind restoring Walt Disney’s birthplace home. Brent Young walks us through his discovery of the home in Chicago from a Zillow listing. We also discuss with Brent and Robert Coker the relationship between Walt and his brother Roy, the restoration efforts that have already gone into the home and the steps being taken to open the doors of the home to the public.
To support this wonderful project visit: http://www.thewaltdisneybirthplace.org
FEATURING: Craig McFarland, Brett Rutherford, Vanessa Ferguson
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Please enjoy this episode of BEYOND THE MOUSE and as always, we’ll see you in the front row!
Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast is made with Jetpack Podcast. Full show notes and every episode at https://beyondthemousepodcast.wordpress.com/
Join us for a June 2021 Trip Report!
This week we invite onto the show friend of the podcast, Morgan Kaplan. She recently took a trip to Walt Disney World with her two boys. She speaks all about the experiences, and what it as like being in the parks during this time. Note that at time of recording Disney World had not fully removed mask requirements.
FEATURING: Craig McFarland, Brett Rutherford
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Please enjoy this episode of BEYOND THE MOUSE and as always, we’ll see you in the front row!
Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast is made with Jetpack Podcast. Full show notes and every episode at https://beyondthemousepodcast.wordpress.com/
“We underdogs have to look out for each other, right?”
This week we break down the latest installment from Pixar, Luca. Set in a beautiful Italian seaside town, Luca explores issues of belonging, identity and Vespas. Available to all Disney+ subscribers, the crew begins the episode with a spoiler free review. This includes some insights from followers of the Beyond the Mouse Podcast Pals Facebook page. After that, we dive (pun intended) deep into the film for those who have already seen the beauty that is Luca.
FEATURING: Craig McFarland, Vanessa Ferguson, Brett Rutherford
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Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot! blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcasts
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Please enjoy this episode of BEYOND THE MOUSE and as always, we’ll see you in the front row!
Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast is made with Jetpack Podcast. Full show notes and every episode at https://beyondthemousepodcast.wordpress.com/
“Not since yesterday…”
This week Craig and Vanessa are joined by Courtney and Emily of Book of the Mouse Club podcast. They prepare you for summer reads with all the Disney books you can fit into a podcast. It’s such a great conversation! We can’t recommend enough checking out their show.
FEATURING: Craig McFarland, Vanessa Ferguson
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Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot! blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcasts
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FIND US ON INSTAGRAM – https://www.instagram.com/beyondthemousepod
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Please enjoy this episode of BEYOND THE MOUSE and as always, we’ll see you in the front row!
Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast is made with Jetpack Podcast. Full show notes and every episode at https://beyondthemousepodcast.wordpress.com/
Long before she was Catwoman or Fantine, Anne Hathaway was Mia, the unlikely princess to Genovia. This week we speak with Julie Staley all about the 2001 movie, The Princess Diaries. Julie joined us because of her support of the Hoogland Center for the Arts silent auction. Craig had never seen the film starring Julie Andrews, and the entire group give their reactions!
To support the Hoogland Center for the Arts visit Hcfta.org
FEATURING: Craig McFarland, Vanessa Ferguson, Brett Rutherford
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Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot! blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcasts
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FIND US ON NPR ILLINOIS! https://www.nprillinois.org/programs/front-row-network
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FIND US ON INSTAGRAM – https://www.instagram.com/beyondthemousepod
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Please enjoy this episode of BEYOND THE MOUSE and as always, we’ll see you in the front row!
Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast is made with Jetpack Podcast. Full show notes and every episode at https://beyondthemousepodcast.wordpress.com/
“I’m just getting started, darling.”
The Beyond the Mouse crew breaks down everything you need to know about the most recent Disney prequel Cruella. If you haven’t watched the film yet, either in the theater or on Premier Access through Disney+, listen to our non-spoiler review upfront. You’ll also hear the opinions of some of our listeners from the Beyond the Mouse Podcast Pals Facebook group. After our initial thoughts, we go into full spoilers and discuss in great detail our love of the costumes, the production design, the soundtrack and the Emmas!
FEATURING: Craig McFarland, Vanessa Ferguson, Brett Rutherford
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Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot! blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcasts
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Please enjoy this episode of BEYOND THE MOUSE and as always, we’ll see you in the front row!
Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast is made with Jetpack Podcast. Full show notes and every episode at https://beyondthemousepodcast.wordpress.com/
“I’m a damsel, I’m in distress, I can handle this. Have a nice day.”
Susan Egan has had such a prolific career on Broadway and the screen. She originated the role of Belle in Beauty and the Beast on Broadway, as well as voiced the iconic role of Megara in the animated classic Hercules. We are so excited to bring you our conversation with Susan. We speak to her about her experiences on stage and in the recording studio. She also shares details of her upcoming tour, Disney Princess: The Concert.
“For generations, Disney’s Princesses have enchanted us with their courage and kindness. Their music has been the soundtrack to our lives. Now, for the first time in forever, that beloved music will be celebrated in Disney Princess – The Concert! “Be our guest” as an all-star quartet of Broadway and animated film icons celebrate all the Disney Princesses in an unforgettable evening of songs, animation, and stories, alongside their magical Music Director and enchanting Prince.”
For more information visit: https://www.disneyconcerts.com/princess/
FEATURING: Craig McFarland, Vanessa Ferguson, Brett Rutherford
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Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot! blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcasts
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FIND US ON NPR ILLINOIS! https://www.nprillinois.org/programs/front-row-network
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FIND US ON TWITTER – https://twitter.com/FrontRowReviewz
FIND US ON INSTAGRAM – https://www.instagram.com/beyondthemousepod
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Please enjoy this episode of BEYOND THE MOUSE and as always, we’ll see you in the front row!
Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast is made with Jetpack Podcast. Full show notes and every episode at https://beyondthemousepodcast.wordpress.com/
“I’m walkin’ right down the middle of Broadway, USA…”
This week we are thrilled to speak with host of E Ticket to Broadway, David Alpert. His podcast focuses on Broadway stars and their love of the Disney Parks. He has interviewed so many wonderfully talented Broadway stars. David has been involved himself in the Broadway community for over fifteen years working on multiple productions, including being the Associate Director for If/Then and also creative director for Idina Menzel’s concerts and tours.
FEATURING: Craig McFarland, Vanessa Ferguson, Brett Rutherford
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Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot! blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcasts
FIND US ON Patreon! patreon.com/frontrownetwork
FIND US ON NPR ILLINOIS! https://www.nprillinois.org/programs/front-row-network
FIND US ON FACEBOOK – https://www.facebook.com/thefrontrownetwork/
FIND US ON TWITTER – https://twitter.com/FrontRowReviewz
FIND US ON INSTAGRAM – https://www.instagram.com/beyondthemousepod
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Please enjoy this episode of BEYOND THE MOUSE and as always, we’ll see you in the front row!
Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast is made with Jetpack Podcast. Full show notes and every episode at https://beyondthemousepodcast.wordpress.com/
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