Synergy Loves Company: How Disney Connects to Everything

Join Eric as he Counts down the connections between Times Square in New York City and the Walt Disney Company Like Dick Clark’s Rocking New Year's Eve!. From The Company’s involvement in the Times Square revitalization project to Iconic moments from Disney Films, like Captain America and Enchanted, a touch of Disney magic lives throughout Times Square for tourists visiting New York City. Discover...

Tons of Disney fans are also Tiki fans.  I don't know much about Tiki culture at all! Luckly Kevin Quigley author of the brand new book: New England Tiki, knows tons.  Not only does he know Tiki he also knows Disney as a cohost of the 3028 Podcast!  Kevin serves as my liaison between the worlds of Disney and Tiki helping me sort it all out! From the Disney Parks and attractions like The Enchanted...

Join Eric for some podcast synergy as he revisit's his discussion with his other podcast Rare Cuts Media Society! In a recent episode they talked all about three Disney Projects from 1953: In this episode, we shine a spotlight on The Living Desert, a mesmerizing nature documentary that takes us deep into the vibrant and diverse world of desert wildlife. We also explore the controversial animated s...

Join Eric as he delves into the enthralling journey of the iconic rock band Queen during their time with the Disney-owned record label, Hollywood Records. Freddie Mercury and Brian May helped shape a sound that led the band to Super Stardom. Explore how Disney CEO, Michael Eisner's wish to own a record label for Disney led to Queen's collaboration with the label and the first time release of some...

Join Eric as he uncovers the captivating story of Stephen Birnbaum, his partnership with Disney, and the enduring impact of the Birnbaum Guides. From their inception to the present day, these cherished guides continue to provide valuable information and a touch of Disney magic for travelers worldwide. Discover how Stephen and his wife, Alexandra Birnbaum, shaped the travel industry, gained insider...

Welcome to Synergy Loves Company, the podcast that explores the interconnectedness of everything. In today's episode, we discuss the fascinating relationship between Post Cereals and Disney with special guest Dan Goubert, host of the Empty Bowl podcast ( bowl.rest ). From the early collaborations of Mickey Mouse on Post Toasties to the recent release of the 100 Years of Wonder “nameless” Celebrati...

Exploring the Radio-friendly Versions of Disney Animated Movie Hits! Tammy Tuckey ( tammytuckey.com ) Drops by to talk about Pop Covers of Songs from Disney Animated Features. And she should Know a little something because she just released a new Album of Covers from and inspired by the Disney Parks: "Glowing in Timeless Places" The Conversation explores those Radio Friendly Pop versions...

Eric discusses his thoughts on the Netflix show Wednesday, and its connections to the Disney Company. Tim Burton, the director of Wednesday, has worked extensively with Disney and brings his signature creepy style to the show. Disney Legend Danny Elfman provides the music for Wednesday. Additionally, Jenna Ortega, the lead actress in Wednesday, previously starred in the Disney Channel show Stuck i...

Eric welcomes his special guest, his Son Ben (9).  Together they take a look at all of the Disney Lego sets that have been created as part of the Lego Ideas Program ( https://ideas.lego.com ). Lego Ideas allows fans to present their own homemade lego builds for consideration by other fans.  If a project gets 10,000 votes it goes under review to be considered to become a real Lego set.  In the hist...

Sometimes we forget that Lifetime is a part of the Walt Disney Company family. Liftetime started out as Daytime , one of ABC’s attempts to get into the cable market in the 1980s. This began their relationship with the Hearst Corporation. Join Eric as he explores the history and relationship between Lifetime and ABC which eventually became part of the Walt Disney Company. And the Synergistic ways L...

READ BANNED BOOKS + WATCH DISNEY MOVIES! Eric catches up with Courtney Guth and Emily McDermott from the Book of the Mouse Club Podcast ( https://bookofthemouseclub.libsyn.com/ ). Together they shine a light on Disney movies and intellectual property based on books that have been banned and challenged. With a history of great storytelling, Disney has adapted many great stories into movies. However...

A+E Networks are an often overlooked part of the Walt Disney Company family. A&E was ABC’s attempt to get into the cable market in the 1980s. This began their relationship with the Hearst Corporation. Join Eric as he explores the history and relationship between A&E and ABC which eventually became part of the Walt Disney Company. This is part 1 of a series on How Disney connects with the H...

Eric catches up with Adam from the Engineering Theme Parks Podcast. They discuss Arrow Development, the company that helped WED engineer the Disney Theme Parks. Adam and Eric discuss the history of the Iconic ride systems Arrow had a hand in! Including Omnimovers, boat rides, spinners like Dumbo and the Mad Tea Party, and the Matterhorn. Arrow developed the tubular steel track of the Matterhorn th...

It's almost Halloween, and no music genre is more Halloween than Heavy Metal. In this live stream episode of Synergy Loves Company Live, Eric will explore Disney’s Foray into the Heavy Metal genre. Taking a closer look at the 2016 D-Metal Stars’ Disney Metal album and its spiritual sequel Disney Super Guitar (2018). Eric recorded this solo episode live, warts and all, on a YouTube live stream! Tha...

Eric catches up with teacher Kaitlyn Ebert (who just happens to be his sister) to celebrate the beginning of a new school year and to talk about those times Disney tried to lend a hand in the classroom. Kaitlyn and Eric Discuss Disney English, Disney Educational Media, Disney’s American Teacher Awards, the new Disney Imagination Campus!, and More!     Links from the show: Disney Books for teachers...

Eric catches up with comic book fan Adam Ebert from “Can I Teach It” ( https://www.youtube.com/c/CanITeachIt )  to talk about Disney’s Synergy with Marvel.  Adam gives Eric a Marvel Fan’s perspective on some interesting Disney projects: Big Hero 6, Marvel Disney Kingdoms, Spidey and His Amazing Friends,  upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe titles like Secret Invasion, Fantastic Four, and Avengers:...

Eric takes time to talk about Walt Disney and how he built the synergy that continues to run throughout the Walt Disney Company today. Walt's Childhood in Chicago, Marcelene, and Kansas City as well as his relationship with his Father help shape the way he approaches his company in the future. Walt Disney Synergy Maps! https://www.reforge.com/blog/disney-growth-map Book recommendations Walt Disney...

Eric talks to his Daughter Maddie about Parry Gripp and all the work he has done with Disney! From Silly Star Wars songs to Disney Channel original intro songs, the Nerf Herder band leader turned internet song sensation has hovered around Disney IP for years. Take a listen to our Spotify playlist of the best Parry Gripp/Disney Connections: Parry Gripp: Synergy Loves Company-PLAY IT! https://open.s...

Eric catches up with Mike Ross from Rare Cuts Media Society ( rarecutsmediasociety.com ) to talk about how Disney connects to Vincent Price: Ratigan in The Great Mouse Detective, Sorcery in the Sky Fireworks in Disney's MGM Studios, Phantom Manor in Disneyland Paris, Disney Channel Shorts and More! Thanks for listening to Synergy Loves Company: How Disney Connects to Everything. Twitter: @EricHSyn...

Thanks for listening to Synergy Loves Company: How Disney Connects to Everything. Eric catches up with Rob Lachcik from Rare Cuts Media Society ( rarecutsmediasociety.com ) to talk about how Disney connects to The National Hockey League: H E Double Hockey Sticks, Mystery Alaska, Streaming Hockey on ESPN+, and of course that time when Michael Eisner created the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim! Twitter: @Er...

Thanks for listening to Synergy Loves Company: How Disney Connects to Everything. Eric catches up with Andrew Jagoda from Rare Cuts Media Society ( rarecutsmediasociety.com ) to talk about how Disney connects to Aerosmith: Music Videos, Armageddon, Rock 'n' Roller Coaster, Lizzie McGuire, and More! Twitter: @EricHSynergy

COMING SOON: Synergy Loves Company: How Disney connects to Everything. Walt and the Disney company have been making entertainment for a long time, and over the past century Disney company has crossed paths with with a lot of influential people, technology and industries. On synergy loves company I take a look at Disney and invite guests to help me explore the company's connection to everything els...