Doing Disney

Come! We fly! Into a new episode of Doing Disney focussing on the 1993 Halloween classic Hocus Pocus. Special guest Melissa Woody and I discuss yearly traditions watching the film, the iconic performances of the sisters and which quotes are now part of our daily life.  Follow Doing Disney at Facebook: https://fb.me/Doingdisneypodcast   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doingdisneypodcast Twitte...

It's the second episode in our new mini series on favourite songs from all major Disney era's. This episode I'm joined by special guests Jack Pinchuk and Adelaide Spence as we have a fantastic time discussing our favourite singing animal characters of the era, debate our favourite Muppet songs and....Kokomo? Follow Doing Disney at Facebook: https://fb.me/Doingdisneypodcast   Instagram: https://www...

This episode of Doing Disney we deep dive into the box office smash hit, 2017's Beauty and the Beast live action remake. Special guest Will Cohen and I discuss the small but crucial changes from the original to the remake, which songs are the emotional powerhouses of the film and  of course we have to talk about that library scene. Follow Doing Disney at Facebook: https://fb.me/Doingdisneypodcast...

This episode of Doing Disney, special guest Nazario Montenegro and I are on the hunt for some stinky cheese, as we deep dive into the 2022 Disney + adaptation of Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers. We discuss the Disney Afternoon line-up, the fantastic use of referential humour and why the film is the modern day Who Framed Roger Rabbit.  Follow Doing Disney at Facebook: https://fb.me/Doingdisneypodcast...

We are starting a brand new Fastplay Five mini series, this time focussing on our five favourite songs per major Disney Era. To start our journey I'm joined by special guests Jeremy Adams and Caleb Boatman as we discuss the symbolism of dreams/wishes for the studio, the origin of Disney "I want" songs and the legacy of one special Cricket.   Follow Doing Disney at Facebook: https://fb.me/Doingdisn...

On this episode of Doing Disney, special guest Melissa Woody and I click our heels three times...no wait wrong movie. We take a wild river ride as we follow Dorothy back to the Emerald City as we deep dive into Return to Oz. We discuss the wild west of dark fantasy movies for kids, the continued parallels between Dorothy's friends in Oz and people she knows from Kansas as well as the power of chic...

This episode of Doing Disney special guest Clay Johnson and I discuss Pixar's 2016 release Finding Dory. This is an incredibly personal, uplifting and emotional episode where we discuss the support of family both biological and found, take advice from Sigourney Weaver and celebrate ways in which we are all different.  Follow Doing Disney at Facebook: https://fb.me/Doingdisneypodcast   Instagram: h...

It's time for another Doing Disney Fastplay Five. It's our final entry in our vocal performance mini series. This episode we head to the 2010's to celebrate some amazing performances from many major franchises. I'm joined by special guests Robert Castner and Jake Maringoni as we discuss powerhouse performances from the Star Wars Universe, the clever use of traditionally comedic actors to give dram...

This episode of Doing Disney we set sail on the hunt for adventure as we deep dive into Pirates of the Caribbean:The Curse of the Black Pearl. I'm joined by special guest, Pirate Captain Kaleb Koho as we discuss just who is the damsel in distress of the film, the art of distraction and we best start believing in ghost stories, cause we're watching one.  Follow Doing Disney at Facebook: https://fb....

It's time for another Doing Disney Fastplay Five. It's our fourth entry in our vocal performance mini series. This episode we head to the 2000's, a bit of a wild time for Disney while Pixar continued their hot streak through the decade. I'm joined by special guests Caleb Boatman and Payson Johnson as we discuss iconic Pixar villains, which performances should have been nominated for an oscar and s...

This episode of Doing Disney we take our second deep dive into Studio Ghibli. I'm joined by special guest Jay Burnz as we discuss the intertwined themes of the film, who the true villain really is and how Princess Mononoke, like ogres, has layers.    Follow Doing Disney at Facebook: https://fb.me/Doingdisneypodcast   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doingdisneypodcast Twitter: https://twitter....

 It's time for another Doing Disney Fastplay Five. It's the third entry in our vocal performance mini series. This time we channel our inner 90's attitude and break all the rules, choosing instead our ten favourite performances from this powerhouse decade. I'm joined by special guest Mike Hanley as we discuss theatrical villainous voices,  the female empowerment of Disney Princesses and some of th...

We're back! And what better way to return than to be inspired by MCU side characters that premiered in movies who returned to be featured in the TV shows. I'm joined by special guest Jim Green as we go show by show of Marvel's Phase 4 and discuss characters that were first featured on the big screen but had either a recurring role or cameo on a Disney + series. 

It's time for another Doing Disney Fastplay Five. It's our second episode in our vocal performance mini series, this time focusing on our five favourite purely vocal performances of the 1960's to 1980's. I'm joined by special guests Andrew Barr and Zack Ford as we discuss what makes an iconic Disney Villain performance, the philosophy of Winnie the Pooh and characters that are just good friends. ...

This episode of Doing Disney, special guest Jake Maringoni and I board the Ulysses as we explore Atlantis: The Lost Empire.  We discuss the masterful world building, the reverence for classic adventure/noir films as well as the dream of one day owning a flower shop.  Follow Doing Disney at Facebook: https://fb.me/Doingdisneypodcast   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doingdisneypodcast Twitter:...

This is a special episode of Doing Disney as it is the first time we deep dive into a Studio Ghibli film. What better way to start as I'm joined by special guest Albert Wiradharma as we walk through the tunnel and enter the mysterious bathhouse of Spirited Away. We discuss the  unique character designs,  the masterful score and breathtaking scenery that transports you into this magical world. Foll...

It's time for another Doing Disney Fastplay Five. This is a special episode as we kick off the first ever Fastplay Five mini-series, counting down the favourite vocal performances per major eras of Disney.  I'm joined by special guests Amanda VanHiel and Clay Johnson as we discuss the pioneering, magical and unforgettable voices that bring our favourite golden age Disney characters to life. Follow...

This episode of Doing Disney, we jump on the school bus to Sky High! I'm joined by special guest Payson Johnson as we discuss the pop punk glory of the soundtrack, the social dynamics of heroes and sidekicks and we call dibs on Zack Attack. Follow Doing Disney at Facebook: https://fb.me/Doingdisneypodcast   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doingdisneypodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/Doingd...

It's time for another Doing Disney Fastplay Five. This episode we are counting down our five favourite cats across all of Disney.  I'm joined by special guests Chris Diaz and Brandon Rutledge as we discuss the unique, charismatic and caring cats that made our lists. Follow Doing Disney at Facebook: https://fb.me/Doingdisneypodcast   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doingdisneypodcast Twitter:...

This episode of Doing Disney we discuss the worldwide smash hit Frozen. I'm joined by special guest Adelaide Spence as we discuss how reindeer are better than people,  the ways that this differs from other Disney Princess films and wonder about the existence of rock trolls. Follow Doing Disney at Facebook: https://fb.me/Doingdisneypodcast   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doingdisneypodcast T...

This episode of Doing Disney we tune in to Wandavision. I'm joined by special guest Pat Bulfamante as we deep dive into the first Marvel Cinematic Universe TV show, the nine part limited series Wandavision. We discuss the romance between Wanda and Vision, the clever use of TV tropes and how it was Agatha all along. Follow Doing Disney at Facebook: https://fb.me/Doingdisneypodcast   Instagram: http...

It's time for another Doing Disney Fastplay Five. This episode we are counting down our five favourite dogs across all of Disney.  I'm joined by special guests Tony Durso and Nick Twohig as we discuss which wonderful, loyal and goodest of good dogs made our lists. Follow Doing Disney at Facebook: https://fb.me/Doingdisneypodcast   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doingdisneypodcast Twitter: ht...

Ha! Boom baby! This episode of Doing Disney we're deep diving into The Emperor's New Groove. I'm joined by special guest Cody Newberry as we discuss the slapstick nature of the film, why it wasn't a big box office success and wonder why Yzma even has that lever. Follow Doing Disney at Facebook: https://fb.me/Doingdisneypodcast   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doingdisneypodcast Twitter: http...

This episode of Doing Disney we push past the coats as we travel through the wardrobe to the magical land of Narnia as we talk all about 2005's The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. I'm joined by special guest Cameron Holzmann as we discuss differences from the book to the film, the amazing use of costumes and special effects and just how awful Turkish Delight actually ta...

It's time for another Doing Disney Fastplay Five. This episode we are counting down our five favourite I Want songs across all of Disney.  I'm joined by special guests Nicki Baldwin and Hannah Keefer as we celebrate characters singing out loud about all their hopes and dreams. Follow Doing Disney at Facebook: https://fb.me/Doingdisneypodcast   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doingdisneypodcas...