Aulani: A Disney Resort and Spa has always been something of an intriguing proposition for the host of BTM. It also happens to be something that they know hardly anything about. That is solved this week as we discuss all things Aulani with Justin Suiter of DDP Today. Justin is also raising money for Base Camp in Central Florida with the DDP Sorcerer's Running Team. Support the team with this link! https://www.basecamp.org/ddp4bc Featuring: Craig McFarland JOIN OUR PATREON: www.patreon.com/Beyond...
Sep 29, 2023•56 min
This week we play a bit of armchair imagineering as we discuss which Fox properties Disney could and should be using in their parks. We discuss possibilities for parks across the world to incorporate some of the movies and TV shows we love. Featuring: Craig McFarland, and Brandon Davis JOIN OUR PATREON: www.patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse __________________________________________ Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot! blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcasts FIND US ON NPR ILLINOIS! https://w...
Sep 22, 2023•39 min
Destination D23 just occurred this past weekend at Walt Disney World. Brett and Craig break down all the news out of the Parks Panel, including Indiana Jones coming to Animal Kingdom, the Disney Adventure as the newest Disney Cruise ship, a tavern coming to Pirates of the Caribbean and so much more! Featuring: Craig McFarland, and Brett Rutherford. JOIN OUR PATREON: www.patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse __________________________________________ Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot! blog...
Sep 16, 2023•54 min
This week we talk all things Disneyland, as Craig and Brett speak with Craig and Ryan about their recent trip. We discuss favorite attractions, staying at the Disneyland Hotel and so much more! Host Craig also makes a fun announcement at the end of the episode. Featuring: Craig McFarland, and Brett Rutherford. JOIN OUR PATREON: www.patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse __________________________________________ Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot! blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcasts FIND US O...
Sep 10, 2023•1 hr 6 min
Thanks to Disney for the opportunity to speak to Kirsten Lepore, director of the "I am Groot" shorts on Disney+. I am Groot is entering it's second season on Disney+ on September 6. Featuring: Craig McFarland JOIN OUR PATREON: www.patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse __________________________________________ Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot! blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcasts FIND US ON NPR ILLINOIS! https://www.nprillinois.org/programs/front-row-network JOIN PODCAST PALS! – https://www...
Sep 06, 2023•11 min
This week we want to give you an update on where the show is headed for the fall and beyond. We also seek out your opinion on what you'd like to hear more of on BTM! Featuring: Vanessa Ferguson, Craig McFarland, and Brett Rutherford. JOIN OUR PATREON: www.patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse __________________________________________ Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot! blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcasts FIND US ON NPR ILLINOIS! https://www.nprillinois.org/programs/front-row-network JOIN PO...
Sep 01, 2023•44 min
We have decided look back at some of our favorite episodes. This week Brett chose episode 139, our interview with Disney Legend Don Hahn. This was Brett's second chance to finally meet Don Hahn, and he enjoyed every moment of it! JOIN OUR PATREON: www.patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse __________________________________________ Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot! blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcasts FIND US ON NPR ILLINOIS! https://www.nprillinois.org/programs/front-row-network JOIN PODCAS...
Aug 26, 2023•1 hr 16 min
We have decided over the next few weeks to play some of our favorite episodes. This week Vanessa chose episode 181, our interview with Disney Legend Doris Hardoon. This was an interview that really showcases creativity, kindness, and that excellent Disney imagineering that we all love. Enjoy! JOIN OUR PATREON: www.patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse __________________________________________ Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot! blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcasts FIND US ON NPR ILLINOIS! ht...
Aug 19, 2023•1 hr 31 min
We have decided over the next few weeks to play for you some of our favorite episodes. First up is Craig, and he chose the WDW Bracket (Ep. 96). Let's hop in the way back machine to the year 2021. The BTM crew was joined by podcasters and content creators from around the internet they include, Justin Suiter (formerly Disney Dads Podcast now DDP Today), Matthew Krul (formerly Imagineer Podcast now Imagination Skyway) and John Saccheri of BigFatPanda.com. We learned in this episode that Vanessa ri...
Aug 11, 2023•1 hr 35 min
Welcome foolish mortals. This week on Beyond the Mouse we get a glimpse into the making of Disney's newest film, "Haunted Mansion" with VFX Supervisor Edwin Rivera and Cinematographer Jeffrey Waldron. We talk about how the Haunted Mansion team created the spooky scenes from the film, and we hear about how they took their experiences on the attraction to the big screen. JOIN OUR PATREON: www.patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse __________________________________________ Named one of the top 50 Disney Podca...
Aug 04, 2023•35 min
This week on Beyond the Mouse we were given an incredible opportunity to view the new animated short film "Mushka" and sit down with the director, Disney Legend Andreas Deja. We learn about the making of the film, and we chat with Andreas about his time working in animation at Disney. You can learn more about "Mushka" at mushkathemovie.com Featuring: Vanessa Ferguson, Craig McFarland, and Brett Rutherford. JOIN OUR PATREON: www.patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse _________________________________________...
Jul 28, 2023•25 min
Today we take a little timeout to discuss a matter of great importance to Hollywood and all of us that love entertainment. The WGA strike has been going on for over 70 days, and last week the writers were joined by SAG-AFTRA representing many of the actors in Hollywood on the picket line. We sat down with Marc Bernardin (Batman Beyond, Picard, Caste Rock) to discuss the issues that lead to the strike, and the conditions on the ground. It is an insightful conversation, and we hope you get a lot o...
Jul 20, 2023•1 hr 1 min
Our buddy Mike Taylor joins us on Beyond the Mouse to tell us about his recent trip to Walt Disney World. And we. have. questions! Mike puts up with our shenanigans while we live vicariously and talk about the things we love at Disney. Thanks Mike! Featuring: Vanessa Ferguson, Brett Rutherford, and Craig McFarland JOIN OUR PATREON: www.patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse __________________________________________ Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot! blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcasts FIND ...
Jul 14, 2023•48 min
Brett traveled all the way to California so he could review Rogers the Musical for us. Thank you for your sacrifice Brett! What would we do without you? Join Brett this week for everything Rogers the Musical! Featuring: Brett Rutherford JOIN OUR PATREON: www.patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse __________________________________________ Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot! blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcasts FIND US ON NPR ILLINOIS! https://www.nprillinois.org/programs/front-row-network JOIN...
Jul 08, 2023•19 min
World's Best landed on Disney+ this week, and we are here to break it down for you! Thanks to Disney, we are also bringing you an interview with the stars of the film, Utkarsh Ambudkar and Manny Magnus. Stick around after the interview to hear Craig and Zoey discuss the film, and provide for some light spoilers in their discussion. Featuring: Craig McFarland and Zoey Zara JOIN OUR PATREON: www.patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse __________________________________________ Named one of the top 50 Disney Po...
Jun 30, 2023•39 min
We are excited to bring you our full review of Pixar's latest film, Elemental. The crew breaks down the story and discusses the new uses of technology the film employs. Then, Craig has a great opportunity to speak with Shila Ommi who plays Cinder in the film. Featuring: Vanessa Ferguson, Brett Rutherford and Craig McFarland. JOIN OUR PATREON: www.patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse __________________________________________ Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot! blog.feedspot.com/disney_pod...
Jun 23, 2023•1 hr 3 min
This week we prepare you to see the latest Pixar film, Elemental. We were given the tremendous opportunity by Disney/Pixar to screen the film in advance, as well as speak to the director Peter Sohn. Pete has been with Pixar for over 20 years and has worked on so many identifiable projects as an artist, director and even a voice actor. The crew breaks down their non-spoiler thoughts of the film to get you hyped up for the Father's Day weekend release. Featuring: Vanessa Ferguson, Brett Rutherford...
Jun 15, 2023•39 min
On this episode of Beyond the Mouse we take a look back at Disney leadership with Greg Woods. Is the company better with collaborators like Walt and Roy in charge? We'll discuss and talk about where the company has been and where it's going. Featuring: Vanessa Ferguson, Brett Rutherford and Craig McFarland. JOIN OUR PATREON: www.patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse __________________________________________ Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot! blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcasts FIND US ON N...
Jun 09, 2023•59 min
We want to be where the people are... and it seems like most of them were rushing to the theater this week to see The Little Mermaid. We are joined by friend of the pod, Zoey as we break down Rob Marshall's latest Disney live-action reimagining. We provide a brief non-spoiler review at the beginning, and then we "dive" into all of our thoughts shortly after. Enjoy! Featuring: Craig McFarland, Brandon Davis and Zoey Zara JOIN OUR PATREON: www.patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse ___________________________...
May 31, 2023•57 min
We have a special release for you this week as we prepare for The Little Mermaid. We were invited by Disney to an early press screening and press conference for the film. We give you our non-spoiler thoughts as well as speak about our excitement for the upcoming release. We will be back next week with our Full Disclosure breaking down the latest reimagined classic! Featuring: Craig McFarland, Vanessa Ferguson and Brett Rutherford JOIN OUR PATREON: www.patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse _________________...
May 22, 2023•28 min
This week on Beyond the Mouse. It's a girls only episode as Vanessa and Bea talk about the movie "The Cheetah Girls," and why Bea loved this moving growing up. JOIN OUR PATREON: www.patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse __________________________________________ Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot! blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcasts FIND US ON NPR ILLINOIS! https://www.nprillinois.org/programs/front-row-network JOIN PODCAST PALS! – https://www.facebook.com/groups/186691492980265 FIND US ON T...
May 21, 2023•48 min
This week on the Beyond the Mouse podcast, Vanessa, Brett, and Brandon are back with another Marvel movie review, but they may not be cut out for this. We hope you enjoy our full disclosure of "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3," and if you don't, well, we highly encourage you to check out the other review of this film from the Front Row Network. No hard feelings. JOIN OUR PATREON: www.patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse __________________________________________ Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by F...
May 12, 2023•1 hr 2 min
It's a spoiler-filled episode this week on Beyond the Mouse as Brett and Vanessa give you their break down of the new film "Peter Pan & Wendy" on Disney+. Can they get along despite differing opinions? Or will Vanessa leave Brett stranded in Neverland? Featuring: Brett & Vanessa JOIN OUR PATREON: www.patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse __________________________________________ Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot! blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcasts FIND US ON NPR ILLINOIS! https://...
May 05, 2023•52 min
It's Star Wars Day! To celebrate, we are taking a look back at our interview with C-3PO himself, Anthony Daniels. Anthony has portrayed that loveable golden robot in all nine films of the Skywalker saga. We hope you enjoy this look back and "may the force be with you ... always." FEATURING: Brett Rutherford, Vanessa Ferguson and Craig McFarland JOIN OUR PATREON: www.patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse __________________________________________ Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot! blog.fee...
May 04, 2023•1 hr 24 min
This week Brett is joined by Jacqueline from I think You're Gonna Like This Podcast to break down the newest Disney musical adaptation, Hercules! FEATURING: Brett Rutherford JOIN OUR PATREON: www.patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse __________________________________________ Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot! blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcasts FIND US ON NPR ILLINOIS! https://www.nprillinois.org/programs/front-row-network JOIN PODCAST PALS! – https://www.facebook.com/groups/18669149298026...
Apr 29, 2023•23 min
This week we cover so many different topics, from podcasting, to theatre, to Marvel and even touching on VIP Tour experiences in the parks. We were thrilled to be joined by Jeff DePaoli from Dizney Coast to Coast. Some definite hot takes in this one, so strap in! FEATURING: Craig McFarland, Brett Rutherford and Vanessa Ferguson JOIN OUR PATREON: www.patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse __________________________________________ Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot! blog.feedspot.com/disney_...
Apr 21, 2023•1 hr 3 min
On this week's episode Brett and Vanessa are joined by Steve Varble to talk about international Disney parks. Steve explains how to travel to the parks and what to do when you get there. FEATURING: Brett Rutherford and Vanessa Ferguson JOIN OUR PATREON: www.patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse __________________________________________ Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot! blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcasts FIND US ON NPR ILLINOIS! https://www.nprillinois.org/programs/front-row-network JOIN ...
Apr 15, 2023•1 hr 7 min
On this episode of Beyond the Mouse we are joined by our Patreon member Jonathan Gardner who recently visited the Disney Animation Immersive Experience. We also talk runDisney and the Disney Renaissance. FEATURING: Craig McFarland, Brett Rutherford, and Vanessa Ferguson JOIN OUR PATREON: www.patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse __________________________________________ Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot! blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcasts FIND US ON NPR ILLINOIS! https://www.nprillinois.o...
Apr 08, 2023•43 min
On this bonus episode, we're talking about our favorite attractions at WDW. Enjoy! FEATURING: Craig, Vanessa, and Brett.
Apr 01, 2023•10 min
This week we are joined by Front Row Classics host Brandon Davis for a special interview with actress Lesley Ann Warren as she shares stories from her legendary career. From Broadway to movies to TV, Lesley Ann Warren has worked with some of the most influential people of the 20th century. She also took part in the last film Walt Disney completed, "The Happiest Millionaire." JOIN OUR PATREON: www.patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse __________________________________________ Named one of the top 50 Disney...
Mar 31, 2023•57 min
