Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast Craig McFarland
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- Society & Culture
We are a show all about Disney for NPR Illinois Community Voices and for The Front Row Network. Join Craig, Brett and Vanessa weekly as they discuss all things Disney. We talk films, parks and invite guests on that have included ten Disney Legends.
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Ep. 258 - Twenty Years of Daps Magic
This week we dive into the world of Disney content creation! Daps Magic has been spreading the positive vibes of Disney for the past twenty years, we had a chance to speak with Mr. Daps himself. Brett, Bea and Craig speak to him about many aspects of building his online persona, what the future may have in store for the parks, and so much more! We hope you enjoy.
Find more about Daps Magic at: https://dapsmagic.com
Featuring: Craig McFarland, Brett Rutherford, Bea Bonner
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Ep. 257 - Craig finally goes to Disneyland
On this week's episode of Beyond the Mouse, Craig and Zoey share the details of their recent trip to Disneyland, yes, Disneyland. Craig FINALLY went to Disneyland!
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Ep. 256 - The Disney College Program with guest Brooks Baker
This week on Beyond the Mouse, Disney fan Brooks Baker talks about her experience in the Disney College Program. We learn about where Brooks worked as a cast member, how she created magical moments, and her behind-the-scenes memories.
Featuring: Bea Bonner and Vanessa Ferguson
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Ep. 255 - "Promchanted" with author Morgan Matson
This week on Beyond the Mouse Brandon and Bea sit down with New York Times Bestselling author Morgan Matson to talk about her book Promchanted. The book tells the story of modern day teens who wander into Disney’s Sleeping Beauty. We spoke to Morgan about her life, the inspiration behind the book, and her research of the classic Disney fairy tale.
Featuring: Brandon Davis and Bea Bonner
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Ep. 254 - RunDisney with Author Scott Douglas
As we prepare for marathon weekend registration on April 9, this seemed like the PERFECT interview to bring you. Scott Douglas has logged well over 100,000 miles on his legs throughout his life, and he now brings us the official guide to RunDisney. Craig talks to Scott about the motivation needed to start running, and what makes RunDisney unique. Hope you enjoy!
Featuring: Craig McFarland
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Ep. 253 - Celebrating 65 years of Sleeping Beauty with Michael Giaimo
It's a Beyond the Mouse and Front Row Classics crossover episode! We're celebrating the 65th Anniversary of Walt Disney's masterpiece, "Sleeping Beauty." Front Row Classics host Brandon Davis hosts this episode which features Disney artist and animator Michael Giaimo.
Along with BTM cohosts Vanessa and Craig, the four discuss the elegance and pageantry that covers every frame of "Sleeping Beauty." We spend time discussing their favorite scenes and characters. Michael also helps put the film into proper context within the history of the Disney Studios.
Michael Giaimo's many credits include Art Direction for Pocahontas (1995) as well as Production Design & Art Direction for Frozen (2013) and Frozen 2 (2019).
Featuring: Brandon Davis, Craig McFarland, Vanessa Ferguson, Michael Giaimo
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