Magical Movie Marathon

Disney Animated Canon #29: The Rescuers Down Under Last time we went "under the sea," but now it's time to go "Down Under" with our favorite brave mouse duo, Bernard and Miss Bianca. Why does this gem of a film get forgotten about? And what country would you want to visit for a rescue mission? SHOW NOTES ⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: Spoonful of Jordan - Travel Planning ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: S...

Disney Animated Canon #28: The Little Mermaid At long last, we kick of the Disney 90's Renaissance era by going "under the sea." Join us to hear about when Disney first thought about adapting "The Little Mermaid" for the screen and discussing our various collections. We promise...you won't be a "poor, unfortunate soul." SHOW NOTES ⁠⁠⁠Website: Spoonful of Jorda...

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban Grab your Time Turner, because we're headed back to Hogwarts to celebrate the New Year with our favorite boy wizard. What assignment did director Alfonso Cuarón give to the three lead actors? What animal would you transform into if you could? And how can you get into the Wizarding World at Universal Studios early? SHOW NOTES ⁠⁠Website: Spoonful of Jorda...

Holiday Special: The Santa Clause Up on the rooftop...and then down from the rooftop, it's time to talk about our favorite Santa. If you found out you were the new Santa Claus, what piece of safety equipment would you want? And does Santa ever drop by any Disney destinations? Show Notes: ⁠⁠⁠Website: Spoonful of Jordan - Travel Planning ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: Share the Magic Travel - Christa Jordan...

Holiday Special: The Muppet Christmas Carol Make sure to bring some cheeses for the meeces as we revisit the redemption of Ebenezer Scrooge...Muppets style. Plus...Which Christmas past would you most like to revisit? And where can you catch Kermit and Miss Piggy spreading some holiday cheer? Show Notes: ⁠⁠Website: Spoonful of Jordan - Travel Planning ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Facebook: Share the Magic Travel - Chris...

Holiday Special #1: The Nightmare Before Christmas What's this? What's this? A replay of our first ever holiday special, featuring the Pumpkin King, Oogie Boogie, and good ol' Sandy Claws. What kind of spooky creature would you be? And make sure you listen for a brand new Dad Tip about the park calendar in this replay. Show Notes: ⁠Website: Spoonful of Jordan - Travel Planning ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Fac...

In honor of Dia de los Muertos, we're spending some time with one of our favorite Pixar families...both the living and the dead ones! Did you know that "coco" has a double meaning? What would you want put on your family's ofrenda? And what's the best way to capture some memories at the Disney parks? Find out as we talk about Coco ! SHOW NOTES ⁠⁠Website: Spoonful of Jordan - T...

It's no secret how excited we are to return to Hogwarts with Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets . Who's your favorite new character to join the Wizarding World? Would you rather face off with a giant spider or a giant snake? Come join the fun...no Polyjuice Potion required. SHOW NOTES ⁠Website: Spoonful of Jordan - Travel Planning ⁠ ⁠Facebook: Share the Magic Travel - Christa Jordan⁠...

Did you know parts of Hocus Pocus were filmed in the real-life Salem? Which of the three Sanderson sisters is actually related to someone from the Salem Witch Trials? And what's your favorite classic Halloween costume? SHOW NOTES ⁠Website: Spoonful of Jordan - Travel Planning ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook: Share the Magic Travel - Christa Jordan⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  @spoonful.of.jordan Get magical perks wit...

In this special episode, we're closing out the Pop Era of the Disney Animated Canon by discussing our favorites. From  One Hundred and One Dalmatians  in 1961 to  Oliver & Company  in 1988...we've got some iconic Disney animals and don't-miss-it park experiences. Bring your Mickey ears to hear all about it. SHOW NOTES Website: Spoonful of Jordan - Travel Planning ⁠ ⁠Facebook: Share...

Disney Animated Canon #27: Oliver & Company Did you know Oliver & Company originally started out as a sequel to another animated movie? Who's your favorite character in the Company and explain to us why it's Tito? And what's your hidden talent? SHOW NOTES ⁠Website: Spoonful of Jordan - Travel Planning ⁠ ⁠Facebook: Share the Magic Travel - Christa Jordan⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ @spo...

Disney Animated Canon #26: The Great Mouse Detective Did you remember this movie is part of the Disney animated canon? How did the filmmakers feel about the executive's decision to retitle the movie? And what would be your detective disguise? SHOW NOTES ⁠Website: Spoonful of Jordan - Travel Planning ⁠ ⁠Facebook: Share the Magic Travel - Christa Jordan⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ @spoonful.of.jordan Ge...

Disney Animated Canon #25: The Black Cauldron Why is this movie sometimes nicknamed "The movie Disney tried to bury"? What magical farm animal would you want to have? And what should you NOT do on your Disney vacation? SHOW NOTES ⁠Website: Spoonful of Jordan - Travel Planning ⁠ ⁠Facebook: Share the Magic Travel - Christa Jordan⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ @spoonful.of.jordan Get magical perks wi...

Disney Animated Canon #24: The Fox and the Hound Do you know what behind-the-scenes drama delayed The Fox and the Hound ? What two animals would you like to see as friends? And what would it look like to go on a Disney trip as "the best of friends"? SHOW NOTES Website: Spoonful of Jordan - Travel Planning  Facebook: Share the Magic Travel - Christa Jordan ⁠⁠⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠ @spoonful.of.jo...

The Wizarding World: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Grab your wand, robes, and broomstick...it's time to head to Hogwarts in honor of Harry Potter's birthday. Do you know how Rupert Grint auditioned for the part of Ron Weasley? What would be your favorite class at Hogwarts? And where can you get your own magical wand? SHOW NOTES ⁠Website: Spoonful of Jordan - Travel Planning ⁠ ⁠...

Disney Animated Canon #23:  The Rescuers Did you know The Rescuers almost featured a previous Disney villain? What item would you bring along on a rescue mission? And what are some boats you can ride at the parks? SHOW NOTES Website: Spoonful of Jordan - Travel Planning  Facebook: Share the Magic Travel - Christa Jordan ⁠⁠⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠ @spoonful.of.jordan Get magical perks with the  Disney VISA c...

Disney Animated Canon #22: The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh Did you know The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh is technically a package feature? How would you get Pooh bear unstuck from your doorway? And where can you find everyone's favorite honey bear catching butterflies? SHOW NOTES Website: Spoonful of Jordan - Travel Planning  Facebook: Share the Magic Travel - Christa Jordan ⁠⁠⁠In...

Disney Animated Canon #21: Robin Hood Did you know "Robin Hood" was almost set in the Old West instead of England? Which of Robin Hood's disguises do you think you could pull off? And where can you go "on the run" at the Disney parks? SHOW NOTES Website: Spoonful of Jordan - Travel Planning  Facebook: Share the Magic Travel - Christa Jordan ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ @stmtchrista Get...

Disney Animated Canon #20: The Aristocats Did you know The Aristocats was the last animated movie to get the "green light" from Walt Disney? What talent would you teach to your pet? And where can you go to feel like a Parisian Aristocat? SHOW NOTES Website: Spoonful of Jordan - Travel Planning⁠⁠ spoonfulofjordan.com/travel ⁠⁠Facebook: Share the Magic Travel - Christa Jordan⁠⁠ facebook.co...

Holiday Special: Finding Nemo When it's time for Father's Day, you know what you gotta do? Just keep swimming, just keep swimming... Join us as we dive into the big blue world of Pixar masterpiece Finding Nemo . What sea creature language would you want to learn to speak? And where can you find Nemo at the Disney parks? SHOW NOTES Website: Spoonful of Jordan - Travel Planning ⁠ ⁠Facebook:...

Disney Animated Canon #19: The Jungle Book Did you know The Jungle Book is the last movie in the Disney Animated Canon with Walt's personal touch? What's the correct pronunciation of Mowgli? And where can you go to find a tiger at the Disney parks? SHOW NOTES Website: Spoonful of Jordan - Travel Planning ⁠ ⁠Facebook: Share the Magic Travel - Christa Jordan⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ @stmtchrista G...

Special Episode: Mary Poppins Returns Why did it take so long for Mary Poppins to return when the first film was such a hit? Are you more likely to hitch a ride with a balloon, kite, or umbrella? And what Mary Poppins character would you like to see return? SHOW NOTES Website: Spoonful of Jordan - Travel Planning ⁠ ⁠Facebook: Share the Magic Travel - Christa Jordan⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ @stmtchrista...

Special Episode: Saving Mr. Banks In honor of Christa's birthday, we're bringing you a Mary Poppins -themed month, which means we need to save Mr. Banks! We're going behind the silver screen to see how difficult it was for Walt Disney (Tom Hanks) to get the book rights from author PL Travers (Emma Thompson) whose own life was filled with cinematic drama. What fun Mary Poppins reference...

Holiday Special #3: Brave In honor of Mother's Day, we're bringing you our first ever Pixar discussion...with 2012's Brave . How many "firsts" does Princess Merida score? What animal would you transform into if you ate an enchanted treat? And how can you experience Scotland with the magical touch of Disney? Whether you are a "mama bear" or you have one in your life,...

Special Episode: Mary Poppins In honor of Christa's birthday, we're bringing you a Mary Poppins -themed month, starting with the practically perfect in every way original movie. How long did it take for Walt Disney to get the rights to the book which inspired the film? What would you do on a "Jolly Holiday"? Which of Bert's many jobs would you see yourself doing? And where ca...