Being a Fan of Disney: The Podcast

The fourth installment of character short stories sees Kate from The Perspectives Files have to travel to 1961 in order to help clean up an historical alteration to a well-known Disney story. I hope you enjoy, and thank you for listening! Being a Fan of Disney: The Book is available on Amazon in Kindle, Paperback, and Hardback versions, with an Audible version forthcoming. The book is available at...

This episode features the interview I did with Fisher Polydoroff, or "Old Knuckles" from the Indianapolis Clowns in the Bananaball Championship League. We discuss his character, his progression into Bananaball, and the future of the sport and entertainment. Video of this visit is available at https://youtu.be/13M2KZ4b5QI , and you can follow Fisher on all social media channels and/or thr...

In this episode, I celebrate the beginning of the Bananaball season by talking with Joel Zimmerman from Fans First Entertainment about his role with the organization, his new responsibilities being a show runner for the Loco Beach Coconuts, what goes into a Bananaball show, and the future of Bananaball. This was a lot of fun and I hope you enjoy it. Video of this visit is available at . Thank you...

In this episode, I speak with Dr. Alexander Swan about a book he performed for Audible tittled, A Psychologist Goes to the Movies and his CinemaPsych Podcast. We discuss how movies help teach about pyschology in and out of the classroom. Video of this visit is available at . I hope you enjoy and thank you for listening! Being a Fan of Disney: The Book is available on Amazon in Kindle, Paperback, a...

In this Take 1 episode, I read a paper I published in a speical issue of DLK, translated as Children' s Literature and Culture, about Walt Disney. In the paper, I discuss Disney fandom through the lenses of research, competition, and personal experiences teaching, writing, and podcasting about the company. I hope you enjoy it and thank you for listening! Being a Fan of Disney: The Book is avai...

This is the third installment of short stories featuring characters from The Perspectives Files. Follow Stan as he visits the 1960 Winter Olympic Games to help Walt Disney and Wally Boag with the athletes' entertainment. Thank you for listening, and I hope you enjoy! Being a Fan of Disney: The Book is available on Amazon in Kindle, Paperback, and Hardback versions, with an Audible version fort...

Enjoy the second short story about characters from The Perspectives Files , as Jules has to help the famous author Jules Verne finish 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea . Thank you for listening and I hope you enjoy! Being a Fan of Disney: The Book is available on Amazon in Kindle, Paperback, Hardback and Audible versions. The book is available at https://a.co/d/htEZ4Og ⁠ . This has been a passion proje...

On this episode, I am joined by AJ Wolfe to discuss her best-selling book, "Disney Adults". We talk about her work on the book, Disney fandom, compare research notes, and the future of the company. Video of the visit is available at . Thank you for listening! Being a Fan of Disney: The Book is available on Amazon in Kindle, Paperback, and Hardback versions, with an Audible version forthcoming. The...

In this episode, I am joined by Courtney and Hallie from the 'Glovely Podcast' to disucss baseball, hosting and producing a podcast, and the importance of an all-female led and produced baseball podcast. Video of this visit is available at . Thank youu and I hope you enjoy! Being a Fan of Disney: The Book is available on Amazon in Kindle, Paperback, and Hardback versions, with an Audible v...

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Being a Fan of Disney: The Podcast. This present is a dramatic reading of 'A Christmas Carol' from Cody and Cody's Inner Dialogue. Thank you for listening! Being a Fan of Disney: The Book is available on Amazon in Kindle, Paperback, and Hardback versions, with an Audible version forthcoming. The book is available at  ⁠https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0...

Here is another installment of Storytime, where Cody and Inner Dialogue share an adapted reading of 'The Legend of Sleepy Hollow' by Washington Irving. I hope you enjoy, thank you for listening, and have a Happy Halloween to those that celebrate! Being a Fan of Disney: The Book is available on Amazon in Kindle, Paperback, and Hardback versions, with an Audible version forthcoming. The book...

This is the first of several short stories featuring characters from The Perspectives Files that will be shared here. Those interested can read the short story at www. SharedPerspectives.org shortly. The Perspectives Files can be purchased through Amazon in Kindle, Paperback, and Hardback at https://a.co/d/j7Hk50t . I hope you enjoy and thank you for listening! Being a Fan of Disney: The Book is a...

In this Take 1 episode, I discuss the release of the 2026 Bananaball schedule, including the two new teams joining the league, the Loco Beach Coconuts and the Indianapolis Clowns! Video of this episode is available at https://youtu.be/c8RBmp510jw . I hope you enjoy this and thank you for listening! Being a Fan of Disney: The Book is available on Amazon in Kindle, Paperback, and Hardback versions,...

To celebrate the release of The Perspectives Files , this Take 1 Episode gives a preview of Chapter 1 from the book. The Perspectives Files is available in Kindle, Hardback, and Paperback versions on Amazon ( https://a.co/d/i44e8Nn ). Thank you and I hope you enjoy! Being a Fan of Disney: The Book is available on Amazon in Kindle, Paperback, and Hardback versions, with an Audible version forthcomi...

In this Take 1 episode, I discuss the launch of ESPN Unlimited, and the various future paths for The Walt Disney Company to utilize sport in engaging consumers. I hope you enjoy, and video is available at https://youtu.be/SB-J3kw7bCc . Thank you for listening. Being a Fan of Disney: The Book is available on Amazon in Kindle, Paperback, and Hardback versions, with an Audible version forthcoming. Th...

In this Take 1 Episode, I talk about the ever-growing popularity of the Savannah Bananas, and the current and potential links between Bananaball and Disney via ESPN. Video of this episode is available at https://youtu.be/81CawbAZUmg . I hope you enjoy and thank you for listening! Being a Fan of Disney: The Book is available on Amazon in Kindle, Paperback, and Hardback versions, with an Audible ver...

Here is a special presentation of 'The Tale of Peter the Rabbit' to celebrate Easter and the arrival of spring! I hope you enjoy and thank you for listening! Being a Fan of Disney: The Book is available on Amazon in Kindle, Paperback, and Hardback versions, with an Audible version forthcoming. The book is available at  ⁠https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CM427LF3/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UT...

This Take 1 episode focuses on the latest news about Disney, through ESPN, trying to work with with media partners and leagues to bring content to the ESPN Flagship service set to launch in Fall 2025. Video of this episode is available at https://youtu.be/B-q5ZD1WyKs . Thank you and I hope you enjoy. Being a Fan of Disney: The Book is available on Amazon in Kindle, Paperback, and Hardback versions...

After a month hiatus, we are back with a special episode to celebrate the beginning of baseball season! I am Inner Dialogue present a reading of 'Casey at the Bat' and ''Twas the Night Before Opening Day'! I hope you enjoy and thank you for listening! Being a Fan of Disney: The Book is available on Amazon in Kindle, Paperback, and Hardback versions, with an Audible version fort...

In this Take 1 episode, I discuss a few things. First, I unveil the Spring 2025 class vote for Best/Favorite MCU Character and Project, then tell a story about the ties the Walt Disney Company has to the movie and stage production Cats . Finally, I talk about the recent news that ESPN is trying to work with Fan Duel Sports Network to include local broadcasts on the ESPN standalone service that wil...

On this episode, I am joined by 'Professor Roller Coaster' himself, Dr. Martin Lewison. We talk about his love of roller coasters, traveling the world to visit theme parks, and the things Disney does well and can learn from other entertainment properties. This was a lot of fun, and video of this episode is available at . Thank you for listening. Being a Fan of Disney: The Book is available on Amaz...

Rachel Cook, Ryan Pagella, and I finish our discussion of The Movies that Matter to Us! We talk about the ones that hold a special place for us, and the movie music we love. Inner Dialogue also presents me with an award(?). Video of this panel is available at https://youtu.be/GfCjnyvhk4s?si=Kwpmw7JXYg0JFg8Z . I hope you enjoy and thank you for listening! Being a Fan of Disney: The Book is availabl...

I am joined by Ryan Pagella and Rachel Cook of Love is an Open Door for Part 1 of the roundtable on The Movies that Matter to Us. We discuss the movies we grew up with, the ones that made us cry, and more. Video of the roundtable is available at https://youtu.be/JuNYjK0dHb4?si=uAyKeA8yiSY6pKvs . I hope you enjoy and thank you! Being a Fan of Disney: The Book is available on Amazon in Kindle, Paper...

Rachel Cook joins the class for the third time to talk about RunDisney, her experiences with the events, and advice to anyone wanting to participate. This was a fun conversation and video is available at . I hope you enjoy and thank you for listening! Being a Fan of Disney: The Book is available on Amazon in Kindle, Paperback, and Hardback versions, with an Audible version forthcoming. The book is...

This is the first installment of a new series I am calling Storytime, where I will share sometimes found and sometimes original stories with listeners. Video of this is available at https://youtu.be/-cNrnoPpbW0 . I hope you enjoy and thank you! Being a Fan of Disney: The Book is available on Amazon in Kindle, Paperback, and Hardback versions, with an Audible version forthcoming. The book is availa...