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Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast

The Front Row Network

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 including more than ten Disney Legends.

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Ep. 315- Patti Murin: Returning to Anna and Life...

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2025/06/27

Get ready for a magical conversation on this week’s episode of Beyond the Mouse! We’re joined by none other than Patti Murin, Broadway’s original Anna in Frozen: The Musical. Patti joins the podcast to share what it means to step back into Anna’s boots—this time under the stars at the historic St. Louis Muny.We dive into her journey from regional theater to Broadway and back again, her experiences originating such an iconic Disney role, and how her career continues to evolve in both theater and

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00:52:11

Ep. 314 - Disneyland's 70th Part Two

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2025/06/20

It's time for part two of our BTM Disneyland 70th with Brett, Brittney and Jen! It's the opening day for Disneyland's 70th celebration!Featuring: Brett, Brittney and JenJOIN OUR PATREON: ⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse⁠⁠⁠__________________________________________Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot!⁠blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcasts⁠⁠⁠FIND US ON NPR ILLINOIS!⁠⁠nprillinois.org/programs/front-row-network⁠⁠⁠JOIN PODCAST PALS!facebook.com/groups/186691492980265⁠

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00:42:46

Ep. 313 - Disneyland’s 70th and Club 33 Part One

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2025/06/13

Join BTM Host Brett and guests Brittney and Jen as they discuss everything about their recent Disneyland 70th opening weekend trip that includes dining at the exclusive Club 33 restaurant. Part one of two episodes.Featuring: Brett, Brittney and JenJOIN OUR PATREON: ⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse⁠⁠⁠__________________________________________Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot!⁠blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcasts⁠⁠⁠FIND US ON NPR ILLINOIS!⁠⁠nprillinois.org/programs/front-row-network⁠⁠⁠JOIN

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01:18:51

Ep. 312 - Taking Your Parents to Disney World! (Trip...

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2025/06/05

In this special family-filled episode, Kyle and Shannon take you along as they bring Shan's parents to the Most Magical Place on Earth—Walt Disney World! 💫From the rustic charm of Wilderness Lodge to the relaxed luxury of Saratoga Springs, they dive into what it's like staying at two very different Disney resorts. 🏕️🏨Plus, they’re sharing favorite moments and memories from three of the four parks—think laughter, nostalgia, and happy memories.Whether you're planning a multigenerational

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00:43:56

Ep. 311 - Disney on Ice!

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2025/05/30

This week on Beyond the Mouse Vanessa is joined by friends Bea and Cristian to talk about Disney on Ice. They give their honest reviews of their experience and explain why they just can't get over that ice skating pig! They also break the news about an exciting new Disney on Ice show featuring Elemental characters!Featuring: Vanessa, Bea and CristianJOIN OUR PATREON: ⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse⁠⁠⁠__________________________________________Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by

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01:17:19

Ep. 310 - Top Ten Walt Disney Resorts!

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2025/05/23

Planning your next Disney vacation or dreaming of your favorite place on Earth? This episode of Beyond the Mouse is your ultimate guide to the top ten Walt Disney World resorts, based on the latest rankings from Disney Tourist Blog! Whether you're a seasoned Disney traveler or planning your very first magical stay, this conversation is packed with insider tips and thoughtful rankings to help you choose the perfect home base for your trip.Joining us is a very special guest—Saratoga Joe from

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00:56:14

Ep. 309 - DL vs WDW Round 1

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2025/05/16

It's the battle we've all been waiting for: Disney Land Resort versus Walt Disney World Resort. In this episode of Beyond the Mouse, Vanessa wreaks havoc on her co-host and guests by forcing them to choose which resort does various aspects of the theme park experience the best. We enter into this battle with many questions. How will the parks be compared? Which park will be declared the winner? Will they still be friends after this recording?Featuring: Vanessa, Brett, Jonathan, Savannah and

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00:22:38

Ep. 308 - May the 4th with Nika Futterman

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2025/05/04

May the 4th be with you! On this Star Wars Day, we're sitting down with voice actress Nika Futterman to talk about the new animated series "Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld," streaming now on Disney+. We'll talk to her about what's at the heart of her character Asajj Ventress and the passion that creator Dave Filoni brings to the project. Featuring: Craig McFarland and Vanessa FergusonJOIN OUR

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Ep. 307 - Murder by Cheesecake with Author Rachel...

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2025/05/04

This week on Beyond the Mouse, Craig, Vanessa, and Zoey sit down with author and literary agent Rachel Ekstrom Courage to dish about her delightful new book, Murder by Cheesecake: A Golden Girls Cozy Mystery. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to channel the wit, warmth, and sass of our favorite ladies from Shady Pines, this episode is for you!Rachel shares what it was like to bring Blanche, Rose, Dorothy, and Sophia back to life on the page, how she approached capturing their iconic voices, and

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Ep. 306 - 'Ghost Dog' with author Bob Weis

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2025/04/25

Bob Weis is helping readers bring the Disney parks home with his new book "Ghost Dog." After riding Disneyland's newest attraction, the Haunted Mansion, Herbert discovers a four-legged spirit has followed him home. Weis talks to Craig and Vanessa about his inspiration for the book, his experience narrating the audio book and his recent trip on the Disney Treasure.For more info about "Ghost Dog" visit: theoldmillpress.com/product/ghost-dog-a-novel/Featuring: Craig McFarland

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Ep. 305 - 100 Runs of a Lifetime with author Bart Yasso

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2025/04/18

This week on Beyond the Mouse, we lace up our shoes and hit the road with none other than Bart Yasso, the legendary Mayor of Running! Join Craig and the captains of the DDP Sorcerers Run Club as they chat with Bart about his inspiring new book with National Geographic, “100 Runs of a Lifetime.” From breathtaking global routes to unforgettable stories on the run, this episode is a must-listen for runners, Disney fans, and adventurers alike!Featuring: Craig McFarlandJOIN OUR

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Ep. 304 - Ep. 304 - Our Favorite Disney "Es"

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2025/04/11

Craig McFarland sits this episode out to try to better understand the arbitrary rules Vanessa makes up, and Bea Bonner joins Vanessa and Brett to discuss their favorite Disney things that start with the letter "E." EPCOT, empanadas, Edna Mode, elephants. What did we get right, and what did we miss? Find out this week on Beyond the Mouse.Featuring: Vanessa, Brett and BeaJOIN OUR PATREON: ⁠⁠patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse⁠⁠__________________________________________Named one of the top 50 Disney

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Ep. 303 - "Not Just A Goof" with Kevin Lima,...

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2025/04/04

“Not Just A Goof” is a new documentary coming to Disney+ on April 7, coinciding with the 30th anniversary of “A Goofy Movie.” Through unseen archival footage, the documentary follows the creative team of “A Goofy Movie” and the challenges to bring this fan-favorite film to life. Directors Christopher Ninness and Eric Kimelton, and the director of "A Goofy Movie" Kevin Lima, join us on Beyond the Mouse to talk about the documentary “Not Just A Goof” and the fandom of “A Goofy

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00:49:02

Ep. 302 - Our Favorite Disney "Ds"

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2025/03/28

Dumbo, Dole whips, Donald Duck! On this week's episode we continue to work our way through the alphabet discussing our favorite Disney things that start with the letter "D." And Craig and Brett continue to test Vanessa's patience by trying to list things that do not start with the letter "D." Will we mention all of your favorites? Find out! Featuring: Vanessa, Craig and BrettJOIN OUR PATREON: ⁠patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse⁠__________________________________________Named one

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Ep. 301 - After Disney with Author Neil O'Brien

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2025/03/21

This week, we sit down with Peabody Award-winning journalist Neil O’Brien to discuss his captivating new book, After Disney. O’Brien takes us on a journey through the dramatic transformation of the Walt Disney Company after the death of its visionary founder, Walt Disney. In an era marked by change, the company’s future was shaped by the leadership of Ron W. Miller, Walt's son-in-law.In this in-depth interview, O’Brien shares insights from his extensive research, shedding light on the challenges

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00:41:56

Ep. 300 - An interview with Disney Legend Josh Gad!

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2025/03/14

This week on Beyond the Mouse we celebrate 300 episodes with Disney Legend Josh Gad! We talk about his new book "In Gad We Trust: A Tell-Some," his role as Olaf, his directorial debut on the Chris Farley biopic, and much more!FEATURING: Craig McFarland, Vanessa Ferguson and Brett RutherfordJOIN OUR PATREON: ⁠patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse⁠__________________________________________Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot! ⁠blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcasts⁠FIND US ON NPR

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Ep. 299 - Top Disney World Lounges with Amy and Paul...

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2025/03/06

In this episode of Beyond the Mouse, we're joined by the dynamic duo, Amy and Paul Krieger from The DVC Show, to explore some of the best lounges at Walt Disney World! Whether you're a Disney Vacation Club (DVC) member or just looking for a relaxing spot to unwind, Amy and Paul share their insider tips and recommendations on the top lounges across the parks and resorts. From the best drinks to the must-visit spots for atmosphere, this episode will have you planning your next Disney getaway with a

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00:41:15

Ep. 298 - Gradchanted with Morgan Matson

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2025/02/28

Join us for an exciting return visit from best-selling author Morgan Matson on the Beyond the Mouse podcast! This time, she's here to share all the details about her highly anticipated new book, Gradchanted. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to her work, Morgan's insights into the creative process, the themes of her latest novel, and her journey as a writer are not to be missed.FEATURING: Craig McFarland, Vanessa Ferguson and Brett RutherfordJOIN OUR

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Ep. 297 - An Interview with Jim Cummings

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2025/02/19

Jim Cummings has had a legendary career in voice acting, bringing to life countless iconic characters and creating hundreds of unforgettable voices. Recently, the Beyond the Mouse crew had the incredible opportunity to sit down with him to discuss the longevity of his career, his journey into voice acting, where he draws inspiration for new voices, and much more. It was an amazing conversation, and we hope you enjoy it as much as we did!FEATURING: Craig McFarland, Vanessa Ferguson and Brett

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Ep. 296 - Kiss, Marry, Kill with our Palentine's

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2025/02/14

Happy Palentine's Day! In this episode we're taking things back to middle school summer camp as we play Kiss, Marry, Kill with our podcast pals. Join Vanessa, Brett, Tristan, Sean, Brittney and Bea as we spin the wheel and determine the fates of some of our favorite Disney characters.JOIN OUR PATREON: ⁠patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse⁠__________________________________________Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot! ⁠blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcasts⁠FIND US ON NPR

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