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Magic by Design

Two brothers and lifelong animation fans watch and review movies from the Disney/Pixar canon in the hopes of unearthing the secrets behind the magic. Each week, we re-watch or in some cases, experience a feature for the first time and break it down in an attempt to discover the recipe of the secret sauce. We want to find out what set these films apart for generations of children, and big children, alike. Disney Plus is now available throughout the land so it’s never been easier to watch along and

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Ep 34: The Hunchback of Notre Dame

Magic by Design ·

2020/12/21

Ken and Gar delve into the world of Victor Hugo's Paris this week when they watched Disney's adaptation of The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1996). The brothers discuss how Disney strayed from the source material in their telling of this classic tale and the pitfalls of succumbing to ones urges. WARNING: We kept it as clean as possible but some adult themes are discussed so listener discretion is advised!Featuring a gorgeous rendition of 'God Help the Outcasts' performed by Musical

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49:42

Ep 33: Pocahontas

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2020/12/14

Ken and Gar attempt to watch with their hearts and paint with all the colours of the wind this week as they review Pocahontas (1995), a film that was once planned to be the jewel in the crown of the Disney Renaissance but for a number of reasons, fell well short. The brothers talk about this interesting, yet flawed film and try to put their finger on the factors that derailed the studio's lofty goals for their take on one of the most interesting historical figures in American history. Featuring

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60:12

Ep 32: The Lion King

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2020/12/07

Ken and Gar take their place in the "circle of life" this week as they review Disney's 32nd animated feature film, The Lion King (1994). Featuring a medley of songs from The Lion King performed by Musical Correspondent, Nicole McDonaghFollow Nicole @NicoleMcD_PR on Twitter and @n.mcdonagh on Instagram for more magical musical contentWatch along on Disney Plus and join the conversation on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MagicByDesignPodTwitter: @MagicDesignPodInstagram:

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60:00

Ep 31: Aladdin

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2020/11/30

You ain’t never heard a review like this as Ken and Gar look back on Disney’s 31st animated feature film, Aladdin (1991). The brothers pay tribute to the late, great, Robin Williams, whose tour de force performance as the Genie, elevated this standard princess love story to the stuff of Disney legend!Featuring a medley of tunes from Aladdin performed by Musical Correspondent, Nicole McDonaghFollow Nicole @NicoleMcD_PR on Twitter and @n.mcdonagh on Instagram for more magical musical contentWatch

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43:54

Ep 30: Beauty and the Beast

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2020/11/23

Ken and Gar want you to be their guest this week as they review Disney’s 30th animated feature film, Beauty and the Beast (1991). Hear all about the turbulent making of this classic adaptation of the well known fairy tale and why it's the studio's first true masterpiece since Sleeping Beauty nearly thirty years earlier. Featuring a gorgeous cover of the title track from Beauty and the Beast performed by Musical Correspondent, Nicole McDonaghFollow Nicole @NicoleMcD_PR on Twitter and

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49:09

Ep 29: The Rescuers Down Under

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2020/11/16

Ken and Gar took a trip to a land down under where women glow and men plunder this week when we watched Disney’s 29th animated feature film, The Rescuers Down Under (1990). The brothers attempt to review this follow up to 1977's The Rescuers but get distracted by rabbit hole topics including VR technology and the future of art before circling back the the film to assess the merits of the first sequel in Disney animated feature history.Featuring a reprise performance of "Someone's

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51:31

Ep 28: The Little Mermaid

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2020/11/09

Ken and Gar dive deep under the sea and break out their steel drums this week for Disney's 28th animated feature, The Little Mermaid (1989). The brothers talk why this musical masterpiece may have the best songs of any Disney animated film to date and how the story's themes have aged over the last three decades. Featuring a musical theater treat with a performance of "Part of your World" from the movie performed by Musical Correspondent, Nicole McDonaghFollow Nicole @NicoleMcD_PR

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45:51

Ep 27: Oliver & Company

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2020/11/02

Ken and Gar hit the sidewalks of New York City this week to brush up on their "street savoir faire" when they watched Disney's 27th animated feature, Oliver & Company (1988). Featuring a rocking rendition, "Why Should I Worry" from the movie performed by Musical Correspondent, Nicole McDonaghFollow Nicole @NicoleMcD_PR on Twitter and @n.mcdonagh on Instagram for more magical musical contentWatch along on Disney Plus and join the conversation on social media:Facebook:

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53:06

Ep 26: The Great Mouse Detective

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2020/10/26

Ken and Gar investigate the disappearance of a long lost gem in the Disney animated film canon this week when they watched The Great Mouse Detective (1986). The brothers talk about why this may be one of the most under appreciated films in Disney history and among other things, discuss the merits of a monarchy in 2020Featuring a rousing rendition of the controversial, "Let Me Be Good to You" from the movie performed by Musical Correspondent, Nicole McDonaghFollow Nicole @NicoleMcD_PR on

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39:34

Ep 25: The Black Cauldron

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2020/10/18

Ken and Gar watched watched Disney’s 25th animated feature this week, The Black Cauldron (1981). The brothers dissect this forgotten entry in the Disney cinematic canon in order to find out why the studio is so keen to bury this adaptation of Lloyd Alexander's Chronicles of Prydain book series in the vaults forever. Featuring fun facts about the music of the Black Cauldron by Musical Correspondent, Nicole McDonaghFollow Nicole @NicoleMcD_PR on Twitter and @n.mcdonagh on Instagram for more

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44:04

Ep 24: The Fox and the Hound

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2020/10/11

Ken and Gar watched Disney’s 24th animated feature this week, The Fox and the Hound (1981). Ken confronts one of his earliest childhood traumas and the brothers discuss why the themes and morals of this underrated classic have never been more relevant in 2020.Featuring a sweet rendition of "Best of Friends" from the movie performed by Musical Correspondent, Nicole McDonaghFollow Nicole @NicoleMcD_PR on Twitter and @n.mcdonagh on Instagram for more magical musical contentWatch along on

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44:52

Ep 23: The Rescuers

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2020/10/04

Ken and Gar watched Disney's 23rd animated feature this week, The Rescuers, based on the book of the same name by Margery Sharp. Featuring a cover of "Someone's Waiting For You" from the movie performed by Musical Correspondent, Nicole McDonaghFollow Nicole @NicoleMcD_PR on Twitter and @n.mcdonagh on Instagram for more magical musical contentWatch along on Disney Plus and join the conversation on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MagicByDesignPodTwitter:

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Ep 22: The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh

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2020/09/27

Ken and Gar watched Disney’s 22nd animated film this week, The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh (1977), an expoohberant big screen feature introduction to the famous characters of the Hundred Acre Wood including the eponymous bear of little brain.Featuring a cover of "Winnie the Pooh" from the movie performed by Musical Correspondent, Nicole McDonaghFollow Nicole @NicoleMcD_PR on Twitter and @n.mcdonagh on Instagram for more magical musical contentWatch along on Disney Plus and join the

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47:21

Ep 21: Robin Hood

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2020/09/20

Ken and Gar travel to Sherwood forest this week when they watched Disney's 21st animated feature, Robin Hood (1973) They talk the origins of this furry take on the legendary folk tale as well as natural talking points like the future of religion and the problem with American politicsEditor's Note: While researching the film, Ken looked up the spelling of "Oo De Lally" and he must have been sleep deprived because he read it wrong as "Oo De Lanny" several times leading to

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Ep 20: The Aristocats

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2020/09/13

Ken and Gar watched Lady and the Tramp with cats this week when they reviewed Disney’s 20th animated feature, The Aristocats (1970). The brother's discuss why this may be the poorest effort from the studio to date and the declining state of animation at the Disney studio following Walt's death.Featuring a groovy cover of "Everybody wants to be a cat" from the film performed by Musical Correspondent, Nicole McDonaghFollow Nicole @NicoleMcD_PR on Twitter and @n.mcdonagh on

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46:52

Ep 19: The Jungle Book

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2020/09/06

Ken and Gar went on an expedition deep into the jungles of India this week when they watched Disney’s 19th animated feature, The Jungle Book (1967). Hear their take on the first animated feature to be released post Walt Disney's death and the troubled messaging of Kipling's original book that bled into this well loved adaptation. Featuring a toe tapping performance of "The Bare Necessities" from the film performed by Musical Correspondent, Nicole McDonaghFollow Nicole

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44:03

Ep 18: The Sword in the Stone

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2020/08/30

Ken and Gar embark on a quest to the England of legend this week to review Disney’s 18th animated feature, The Sword in the Stone (1963)Featuring an tongue twisting interpretation of "Higitus Figitus" from the movie performed by Musical Correspondent, Nicole McDonaghFollow Nicole @NicoleMcD_PR on Twitter and @n.mcdonagh on Instagram for more magical musical contentWatch along on Disney Plus and join the conversation on social media:Facebook:

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Ep 17: One Hundred and One Dalmatians

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2020/08/23

Ken and Gar have 101 things to talk about this week in their review of Disney's One Hundred and One Dalmatians (1961). Hear their take on why Cruella De Vil is actually the protagonist of the story and why for them, the film had more bark than bite!Featuring an sultry rendition of "Cruella De Vil" from the movie performed by Musical Correspondent, Nicole McDonaghFollow Nicole @NicoleMcD_PR on Twitter and @n.mcdonagh on Instagram for more magical musical contentWatch along on Disney

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Ep 16: Sleeping Beauty

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2020/08/16

Ken and Gar talk about their admiration for the evil Maleficent this week in their review of Disney's under appreciated artistic triumph, Sleeping Beauty (1959)Featuring an original cover of "Once Upon A Dream" from Sleeping Beauty performed by Musical Correspondent, Nicole McDonaghFollow Nicole @NicoleMcD_PR on Twitter and @n.mcdonagh on Instagram for more magical musical contentWatch along on Disney Plus and join the conversation on social media:Facebook:

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EP 15: Lady and the Tramp

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2020/08/09

Ken and Gar try to avoid the pound this week as they review, Disney's canine classic, Lady and the Tramp (1955)Featuring an original cover of "He's a Tramp" from Lady and the Tramp performed by Musical Correspondent, Nicole McDonaghFollow Nicole @NicoleMcD_PR on Twitter and @n.mcdonagh on Instagram for more magical musical contentWatch along on Disney Plus and join the conversation on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MagicByDesignPodTwitter:

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