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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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01:20:36

Ep. 154 – Craig Finally Made it Home (WDW Trip Report...

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2022/04/22

We are finally back! Craig and his family finally made it back to Walt Disney World! Anna and Craig speak about their trip overall. We also discuss recent changes to Disney Genie+ as well as discussing some new dining options throughout the park. There is also a follow up to Jordan Fisher’s offer to purchase […]

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Ep. 152 – Mulan (1998) with Special Guest Bea Bonner

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2022/04/07

“We failed the Bechdel test.” Sometimes the boys of the pod leave for Disney World. Sometimes that means the true foundation of BTM, Vanessa Ferguson, has to come in and make sure the show will go on. This week, Vanessa chats with her NPR Illinois Community Voices Co-host Bea Bonner about the 1998 Disney animated […]

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Ep. 151 – Genie+ Talk with Justin from DDP Today

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2022/03/31

“Genie+ terrifies me” Just before leaving for Disney, Craig had a chance to speak with Justin Suiter of DDP Today (formerly Disney Dads Podcast) about the new paid service, Genie+. Justin was able to provide insights into the new service, where it might make the most sense to use and some general tips and tricks […]

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01:05:50

Ep. 150 – Our favorite things with Of Mice & Main...

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2022/03/25

“We are waiting for the pity bus…” We are excited to be joined by Tristan and Sean from Of Mice & Main Street Men. We follow the Disney marathon path and go through each of the parks to pick our favorite attraction, food, and show. We hope we can make it through before the Disney […]

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Ep. 149 – An Interview with Dave Goelz

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2022/03/17

“The Great Gonzo!” We are excited to interview Muppet legend, Dave Goelz. Dave has been responsible for creating and portraying Gonzo on The Muppets, as well as numerous other characters including Floyd and Professor Bunsen Honeydew. We talk to Dave about his career. We also focus on his direct work with Jim Henson. Lots of […]

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Ep. 148 – “Turning Red” with Jordan Fisher

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2022/03/10

“We need kindness, y’all.” We are excited to bring you our conversation with Jordan Fisher! A mainstay in all things Disney, Jordan has been featured in the parks and in many Disney television and film properties. Today we bring you a conversation with Jordan primarily about his role in the new Pixar film, Turning Red. […]

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01:25:51

Ep. 147 – March Madness Disneyland Bracket (with...

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2022/03/04

Time to get into the madness! We are so excited to bring back a 32 team tournament to determine the best Disney attraction on the west coast! We are joined by Matthew Krul of the Imagineer Podcast and David Alpert of E-Ticket to Broadway to breakdown both Disneyland and Disney California Adventure sides of the […]

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Ep. 146 – Preparations for the Star Wars Galactic...

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2022/02/24

Time to travel to a galaxy far far away… Join Brett and his intrepid group, the Galactic 5, as they prepare to blast off world on the Halcyon as part of the Star Wars Galactic Star Cruiser experience at Walt Disney World. The group discusses what they are looking forward to as they prepare to […]

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Ep. 145 – Jeff Barnes on the Wisdom of Walt and all...

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2022/02/18

“Find your park bench” This week Craig and Vanessa speak to Jeff Barnes, who has written two books on The Wisdom of Walt. Recently Jeff has left a career in Higher Education in order to bring his college course on Disneyland to the masses through an online platform. We chat about the history of Disneyland, […]

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Ep. 144 – RunDisney and Marathon Weekend with Kimmy...

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2022/02/10

Running 48.6 miles is pretty Dopey This week Craig is joined by Kimmy and John to chat about their experiences at the recent WDW Marathon Weekend. Both have experience in RunDisney races. The group breaks down the marathon and the Dopey challenge. They also speak about their training routine as well as their thoughts on […]

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Ep. 143 – Vanessa Returns to Walt Disney World! Trip...

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2022/02/04

She’s back, baby! It has been a few minutes since Vanessa has been in a Disney Park, but recently she had the opportunity to visit Walt Disney World. She speaks about her experience being sick on property. She also had a chance to experience the new Drawn to Life show at Disney Springs. We discuss […]

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Ep. 142 – Disney on Broadway with Ashley Brown

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2022/01/27

Preparation meets opportunity Ashley Brown is a Broadway superstar. She stepped into the lead role of Belle in Beauty and the Beast before originating the titular role of Mary Poppins. We had a chance to speak with her just as she’s heading to Walt Disney World to perform in the Disney on Broadway series as […]

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Ep. 141 – An Interview with the Directors of Encanto

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2022/01/21

“Our research on this film started with our own families, thinking about where we came from…” We are so grateful this week to have a chance to speak with the filmmakers behind Disney’s 60th animated feature, Encanto. Since arriving in theaters in November and on Disney+ in December, this movie has really struck a cord […]

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Ep. 140 – Walt Disney World Attractions Draft!

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2022/01/13

Draft Time! This week we dive into our fifth draft, all on the attractions of Walt Disney World. Each team will draft seven attractions. Then it is up to you on the BTM social media pages to vote for who will win this round. Brett won the previous draft, so he chose the order that […]

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Ep. 139 – An Interview with Don Hahn

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2022/01/06

“I always felt like, I know this world…” We are so thrilled to bring you our first episode of the New Year, and it is a big one. Don Hahn is prolific throughout the Disney company. As the producer of such beloved Disney classics as Beauty and the Beast, The Lion King and The Hunchback […]

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Ep. 138 – 2021 Year in Review!

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2021/12/30

“We can’t do this in-person anymore…” Let’s end 2021 with one of our favorite episodes of the year. Craig, Vanessa and Brett look back at the year that was 2021 and look forward to all things Disney in 2022. FEATURING: Craig McFarland, Brett Rutherford and Vanessa Ferguson __________________________________________ Named one of the top 50 Disney […]

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Ep. 137 – Vanessa’s Birthday! Muppet Treasure Island

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2021/12/16

“I’m gettin’ tired!” Let us tell you about our friend, Vanessa Ferguson. She’s brilliant, talented, amazing and born in December. That’s right! It is Vanessa’s birthday and we are celebrating by watching Muppet Treasure Island. This classic Muppet feature is available right now on Disney+. Check it out, and let us know what you think […]

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Ep. 136 – An Interview with Saul Blinkoff (Kronk’s...

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2021/12/09

“I want to live the best life I possibly can…” We’ve been looking forward to bringing you this interview for a long time. Saul Blinkoff has worked in multiple roles throughout the Disney company. He was involved in the College Program at Disney’s MGM Studios. He worked as an animator during the Disney Renaissance on […]

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Ep. 135 – Destination D23 with Two Dudes

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2021/12/03

Duuuuude! You’ll never guess where Brett went recently…. back to Walt Disney World! He traveled to cover the Destination D23 event live and in person. This week, Craig and Brett talk all about the announcements that were made at the parks panel. Brett also gives an overview of his trip to see the new “Drawn […]

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00:13:29

Thankful

Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast ·

2021/11/25

We can’t begin to thank you enough. No real episode this week, just a few minutes of gratitude from Craig, Brett and Vanessa. For listeners in the United States, we hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving. For those outside the United States, we want you to have just the greatest day as well! We will […]

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