Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast Craig McFarland
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- Society & Culture
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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. 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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Ep. 252 - All Things D23: The Ultimate Fan Event
This week D23 released a lot of details about the upcoming event taking place this August. Brett was able to attend a press event to hear all the announcements. We were also fortunate to get some time to chat with Michael Vargo, Vice President of the Walt Disney Company, who oversees D23 and the Walt Disney Archives in his position. We spoke about many of the new exciting changes coming to this year's event!
Featuring: Craig McFarland and Brett Rutherford
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Bonus Episode: X-Men 97 Lands on Disney+
We were invited to speak head director and supervising producer Jake Castorena from X-Men 97. Craig also was invited to view the first few episodes early, and gives a broad spoiler-free review for your listening pleasure!
Featuring: Craig McFarland
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Customer Reviews
Princess Concert
Due to listening to Episode 248 and the history of the Princess Concert, I attended one last night in Clearwater, FL. It did not disappoint.
Awsome
I love this podcast, I have loved Disney since I was a little boy. Now I am 12 years of age and want to tell you I’m thankful that you guys create great content for all ages. Keep it up!
Great variety of Disney topics!
I enjoy this podcast as there is a great variety of topics from the parks, to interesting Disney content, to some of the artists that contribute to Disney shows and movies. Thanks to the Beyond the Mouse team!