S6.E6: 100 Years of Disney!
This week we are talking about 100 years of Disney, with special guest Jordan!
Apr 08, 2023•22 min
Animation ... and Beyond!
Animation, tech, video games, and more! From the quirky minds of Ezra Fields-Meyer and Mardy Harding, join us for a journey into the wonderful world of animation ... and beyond!
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S6.E5: Mario!
This week, we're talking about our favorite Italian plumber... the red-capped character with a franchise so massive you can't escape it. And next month, MARIO is getting his own animated movie!
Mar 27, 2023•24 min
S6.E4: Arthur!
Wrapping up its final season last year, "Arthur" holds a place in our hearts as a long-running, classic TV show and book series. We discuss the show's theme song, characters, and more!
Mar 14, 2023•19 min
S6.E3: Ezra's trip to Disney World!
This episode we discuss Ezra's special trip to Disney World to celebrate (late) his 25th birthday! We talk about audio-animatronics, rides, shows, and even hear snippets from a couple of conversations Ezra had with Tiana and Ariel!
Feb 27, 2023•20 min
S6.E2: Sleeping Beauty!
Prick! We're talking about the old classic, Sleeping Beauty, this week in celebration of the animated film's anniversary!
Feb 06, 2023•17 min
S6.E1: Mathilda!
Happy New Year! And welcome back to a new season of Animation and Beyond. To kick off season six, we're talking about the revolting children of Mathilda!
Jan 21, 2023•14 min
S5.E39: The NIGHT at the MUSEUM movies!
With all-star casts, a creative plot, and plenty of laughs, the three Night at the Museum movies are classics. Now, there's a fourth one out...and it's animated!
Dec 17, 2022•17 min
S5.E38: The Santa Clauses!
S5.E38: The Santa Clauses! by Animation ... and Beyond!
Dec 07, 2022•14 min
S5.E37: Enchanted!
We're back! We do apologize for the sound quality in this episode, as some technical issues made Mardy sound kind of like a robot... but we couldn't abandon our espisode about Disney's "ENCHANTED!" The live-action and animated movie with a sequel that just came out!
Dec 03, 2022•19 min
S5.E36: Aladdin!
It's time for a classic... this week, we're talking about ALADDIN! The iconic Robin William's film from Disney's Renaissance era, with returning guest co-host Jordan!
Nov 18, 2022•17 min
S5.E35: Teletubbies!
Uh-Oh! It's the colorful four friends from our earliest memories of TV, back for a SECOND revival! Next week, the Teletubbies are getting a comeback, so this week, we're getting nostalgic.
Nov 12, 2022•17 min
S5.E34: Blue's Clues!
Did you watch this lovable blue pup's show as a kid? ...................... Cool! We did, too! This interactive show stood out among kids' shows and got a revival a few years ago. And now Blue, Josh, and the former hosts are getting a movie and we are BARKING with excitement!
Nov 03, 2022•16 min
S5.E33: Henry Selick, spook master!
This week, to honor the release of a new stop-motion animated Halloween film, we are talking about Henry Selick and his spooktastic experiences!
Oct 27, 2022•17 min
S5.E32: Jordan and a Bug's Life!
This week we have a guest, Jordan Wolleben! Jordan, Ezra and Mardy discuss the teeny tiny movie "A Bug's Life." Sound Effects from Epidemic Sound
Oct 21, 2022•19 min
S5.E31: Lyle, Lyle, Lyle, Lyle, Lyle, Lyle....Crocodile!
This week we reminisce about our old friend from the Big Apple, Lyle the Crocodile. He's getting a new movie out TODAY, complete with performances by pop star Shawn Mendes!
Oct 07, 2022•14 min
S5.E30: Hocus Pocus!
POOF and they're back! Our favorite witches from the classic Halloween film Hocus Pocus are returning for a sequal this Friday! In celebration we talk about this classic spooky film.
Sep 28, 2022•15 min
S5.E29: Hispanic Heritage Month!
On Sept. 15 Hispanic Heritage Month began! A celebration of many countries, cultures, and heritages - and we want to talk about a few captured in animation!
Sep 26, 2022•19 min
S5.E28: Barney the Purple Dinosaur!
"I love you, you love me..." Most people will recognize the tune of Barney's closing song on his show, Barney and Friends. This week we're talking about the purple dinosaur since a new Peacock docuseries is coming out later this year!
Sep 15, 2022•15 min
S5.E27: Pinocchio!
Aaaaand....we're BACK with our little puppet friend, Pinocchio! Pinocchio got a new Disney movie, which was released Sept. 8, with another version coming later this year!
Sep 10, 2022•20 min
S5.E26: The Beloved Bambi!
This month, the all-time Disney classic "Bambi" is celebrating 80 years since its release! With its orchestral soundtrack, classic characters, and heart-wrenching plot, Bambi is one for the books!
Aug 19, 2022•16 min
S5.E25: Mr. Will Vinton!
Ever heard of "claymation"? Of course you have! Some all-time classic animated films were created in clay - literally! And the man behind much of this technique is Will Vinton.
Aug 13, 2022•16 min
S5.E24: Disney Theories!
Ever noticed how Ana from "Frozen" somewhat resembles Rapunzel from "Tangled"? Well, plenty have fans have. This week, we're exploring connections between some similar Disney movies!
Aug 07, 2022•18 min
S5.E23: Disneyland Anniversary! Year 67
The "happiest place on earth" is celebrating its 67th anniversary this month! We are talking about what goes on at Disneyland and California Adventure since Ezra is a certifiable expert!
Jul 22, 2022•21 min
S5.E22: The Pixar Theory....
Have you noticed any of the easter eggs Pixar has hidden for us in their movies? If you have, you're looking at evidence to the PIXAR THEORY! This week we go through the timeline of the Pixar Theory, and explain the Pixar Universe so many fans have argued exists.
Jul 15, 2022•19 min
S5.E21: Schoolhouse Rock!
This week, we're looking back on the series of educational shorts that put school concepts to jazzy music!
Jul 09, 2022•16 min
S5.E20: Characters Who Changed
From Mickey Mouse, to Big Bird, you may have noticed that the characters you have stuck with over time changed on you! This week we're talking about voices and appearances of some classic characters and how they were altered.
Jun 27, 2022•21 min
S5.E19: Ratatouille!
This week, we're celebrating the 15th anniversary of both Apple's original Iphone and the delicious Disney Pixar movie, Ratatouille!
Jun 16, 2022•19 min
S5.E18: Pride and Hercules!
This week, for June (LGBTQ+ Pride Month) we're talking about a couple of influential LGBTQ+ people in the film industry. We're also reminiscing about Hercules, the 1997 classic musical celebrating its 25th anniversary this month.
Jun 10, 2022•18 min
S5.E17: Peppa Pig!
This week, we're talking about our adorable little friend from the UK (Oink!), Peppa Pig!
Jun 05, 2022•16 min
S5.E16: 40th Anniversary of ET!
We're celebrating the 40th Anniversary of ET with a conversation about how the lovable story is carrying on. We're also honoring Asian-American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month by talking about two influential Asian-American animators and artists.
May 27, 2022•18 min
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