Beyond the Mouse is thrilled to share our conversation with Disney Legend Martha Blanding and Tim O'Day. Martha and Tim co-authored the book "Groundbreaking Magic: A Black Woman’s Journey Through The Happiest Place on Earth." We talk about how they put the book together, Martha's time as a tour guide at Disneyland and her leadership roles in the Walt Disney Company. Get a copy of "Groundbreaking Magic" wherever you buy books and don't forget to post a review! We think you are going to love readi...
Nov 22, 2024•1 hr 19 min
Fresh off Wine and Dine weekend, the crew from DDP Sorcerers Run Club sit down to talk with Craig. They chat about the first run event of the RunDisney year, and then move on to start preparing for marathon weekend in January. Craig once again will be running the marathon, and he will also be joining the club in raising money for BASE Camp. Link below to donate: https://basecampchildrenscancerfoundation-bloom.kindful.com/ddp4bc/beyond-the-mouse Featuring: Craig, Justin, Kyle, Matthew and John JO...
Nov 15, 2024•1 hr 11 min
If Disney can celebrate Halloween for months, we can jump right into the holidays! We invite John Saccheri (The DVC Show) back to BTM to have a conversation about some of our favorite things about Disney during the holiday season. Featuring: Craig, Vanessa, Brett and John Saccheri JOIN OUR PATREON: 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.n...
Nov 08, 2024•58 min
Happy Halloween! Craig, Vanessa and Brett have some fun with a Disney Halloween draft. Who has the spookiest draft? You decide! Visit our Beyond the Mouse Podcast Pals Facebook page to vote! Featuring: Craig, Vanessa and Brett JOIN OUR PATREON: 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...
Oct 31, 2024•38 min
Join Brett and Tyler as they talk their experience at the first ever Halcy-Con! The star cruiser gained quite the following in its short lived life. They talk about their trip to the fan-led convention. Featuring: Brett and Tyler JOIN OUR PATREON: 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 PODC...
Oct 26, 2024•51 min
This week on Beyond the Mouse Brett travels around the world AGAIN to bring us his best tips for traveling to Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea. Featuring: Vanessa Ferguson and Brett Rutherford JOIN OUR PATREON: 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/g...
Oct 17, 2024•57 min
This week on Beyond the Mouse we are remembering the late Ken Page who recently passed at the age of 70. We're sharing our conversation with Ken from October 2021. Thank you Ken for sharing your gifts. You will be missed. Featuring: Vanessa Ferguson, Craig McFarland and Brett Rutherford
Oct 04, 2024•52 min
Craig and Zoey had a wonderful three night cruise on the Disney Wish back in July. They spend some time talking their tips, tricks and memories from their Disney Cruise. Featuring: Craig McFarland, Zoey Zara JOIN OUR PATREON: 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://w...
Sep 27, 2024•1 hr 2 min
We are so fortunate this week to speak with former president of Walt Disney Imagineering, Bob Weis. Bob has a new book out next week called Dream Chasing. It covers his years working for Imagineering, and some of the notable projects and parks he was able to work on in his tenure. Can't recommend this book enough, it belongs on every Disney fan's shelf. Featuring: Craig McFarland, Vanessa Ferguson and Brett Rutherford JOIN OUR PATREON: patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse _______________________________...
Sep 20, 2024•1 hr 10 min
Ashley Brown, Broadway's original Mary Poppins, is coming to Springfield to perform at the Hoogland Center for the Arts. We talk to her about her upcoming performance, D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, the late Richard Sherman, her favorite song to perform and more! For tickets to the Hoogland Center Gala visit hcfta.org Featuring: Craig McFarland, Vanessa Ferguson and Brett Rutherford JOIN OUR PATREON: patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse __________________________________________ Named one of the to...
Sep 06, 2024•54 min
So, what exactly is it like when you attend an event like D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event? Well, we are here to tell you our experiences, including insights on the Anaheim Convention Center, panels and the move over to the Honda Center. Featuring: Craig McFarland, Brett Rutherford, Jacqueline Keysear and Cari Wilmert JOIN OUR PATREON: patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse __________________________________________ Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot! blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcasts...
Aug 30, 2024•1 hr 6 min
What an incredible conversation with new Disney Legend Joe Rohde! We talk about his approach to design, exploring other cultures, the origins of Harrison Hightower III and much more. Thank you to Joe Rohde for this insightful look into Disney Imagineering. Featuring: Craig McFarland, Vanessa Ferguson and Brett Rutherford. JOIN OUR PATREON: patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse __________________________________________ Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot! blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcast...
Aug 23, 2024•1 hr 8 min
Wow! The Disney Experiences Showcase was something else on Saturday night. We discuss all the announcements and the feedback those announcements have received from the Disney fan community. Featuring: Craig McFarland, Brett Rutherford and Vanessa Ferguson JOIN OUR PATREON: 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/fr...
Aug 16, 2024•56 min
We are off to cover D23! But before we go we wanted to leave you with some of our thoughts heading into the convention. Featuring: Craig McFarland, Brett Rutherford and Vanessa Ferguson JOIN OUR PATREON: 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...
Aug 05, 2024•56 min
This week on Beyond the Mouse Craig sits down with Illinois State Fair Manager Rebecca Clark to talk about the Jonas Brothers who are performing at the state fair. They also talk about what's new this year, other performances and state fair food. OIN OUR PATREON: 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-ne...
Aug 04, 2024•15 min
This week on Beyond the Mouse we sit down with Bambi Moé, the former VP of Music for Walt Disney Television animation. In her book "Part of the Magic: A Collection of Disney-Inspired Brushes with Greatness," Bambi shares the behind-the-scenes stories of working at the Walt Disney Company. In this week's episode Craig, Vanessa and Zoey ask Bambi about her time working on "A Goofy Movie" and her "brushes with greatness" including Steven Spielberg, Drew Barrymore and Susan Egan. JOIN OUR PATREON: ...
Jul 26, 2024•1 hr 5 min
Payton Case is a dancer from Central Illinois. He performs in the new film "Descendants: The Rise of Red" on Disney+. Craig and Vanessa chat with him about how he made his way to the big screen, advice for the next generation of dancers and the "behind the scenes" of filming. Featuring: Craig McFarland and Vanessa Ferguson JOIN OUR PATREON: patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse __________________________________________ Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot! blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcas...
Jul 19, 2024•22 min
This week we have another DRAFT! We all love trips to Disney Springs, so we are drafting the perfect Disney Springs day/night. Each host will draft two of their favorite food spots, one drink spot, one shopping experience, one snack spot, a store to shop in and entertainment while in Springs. Who will win? You decide on our Podcast Pals FB page linked below! Featuring: Craig, Vanessa, and Brett JOIN OUR PATREON: patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse __________________________________________ Named one of...
Jul 12, 2024•1 hr
This week we chat with Zoey, Anna and Molly about their recent quick trip to Walt Disney World. The group discusses their accommodations, including attempting to work on Disney property. We also discuss what they did in and out of the parks, and why flying might not always be a Breeze. Featuring: Craig McFarland
Jul 07, 2024•1 hr 9 min
This week on Beyond the Mouse we are featuring another episode from Brandon Davis at Front Row Classics. Brandon is joined by author Morgan Matson to discuss 1961’s "The Parent Trap." Morgan is a New York Times bestselling novelist, who also happens to be a film buff. Brandon and Morgan celebrate the charm and fun that keeps this movie timeless six decades later. We celebrate the remarkable performance of Hayley Mills (and Hayley Mills) as well as the star power of Maureen O’Hara and Brian Keith...
Jun 28, 2024•56 min
This week on Beyond the Mouse Craig, Vanessa, Bea and Brandon give their review of Pixar's newest movie, "Inside Out 2." Spoilers ahead! Featuring: Craig, Vanessa, Bea and Brandon JOIN OUR PATREON: 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/18669...
Jun 21, 2024•58 min
This week on Beyond the Mouse we explore our favorite Disney things that start with the letter "A"! Animation, animatronics, apples, Abraham Lincoln... Featuring: Vanessa, Craig and Brett JOIN OUR PATREON: 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/grou...
Jun 14, 2024•55 min
This week on Beyond the Mouse the team answers your questions. Craig, Vanessa, Brett and Zoey share what they would do at the Disney parks if they could do any one thing, which DVC resorts they would buy, which attraction they would ride for five hours, and more! Brett and Vanessa also share their thoughts on the POV video of Tiana's Bayou Adventure. Spoilers at 25:00 to 28:35! Featuring: Craig, Vanessa, Brett and Zoey JOIN OUR PATREON: patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse ______________________________...
Jun 07, 2024•1 hr 2 min
This week we pay tribute to Disney Legend Richard Sherman. We reflect on the impact of the Sherman Brothers music as well as the personal connections we have to their catalog of songs. Please enjoy, and turn on your favorite song as we remember Richard Sherman. Featuring: Craig McFarland, Brett Rutherford, Brandon Davis JOIN OUR PATREON: patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse __________________________________________ Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot! blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcasts...
Jun 01, 2024•53 min
Our B squad takes over this week to talk all their favorite Disney B's. Be prepared to be bedazzled by beautiful and bountiful content! Featuring: Brett Rutherford, Bea Bonner, Brandon Davis JOIN OUR PATREON: patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse
May 25, 2024•39 min
This week we head back to the draft boards! Vanessa, Brett and Craig pick their best seven Disneyland/Disney California Adventure attractions. Your vote will determine the winner! Head to our Podcast Pals FB group to vote. Featuring: Craig McFarland, Brett Rutherford, Vanessa Ferguson JOIN OUR PATREON: patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse
May 17, 2024•57 min
This week we chat with the directors of an upcoming documentary all about "A Goofy Movie." It is clear that this film had a real impact on directors Chris Ninness and Eric Kimelton as it did on a whole generation who grew up on the film. We discuss how the documentary came to be, where they are at in the process and some of their favorite moments from the original film. Featuring: Craig McFarland, Brett Rutherford, Vanessa Ferguson JOIN OUR PATREON: patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse _________________...
May 11, 2024•57 min
This week we dive into the world of Disney content creation! Daps Magic has been spreading the positive vibes of Disney for the past twenty years, we had a chance to speak with Mr. Daps himself. Brett, Bea and Craig speak to him about many aspects of building his online persona, what the future may have in store for the parks, and so much more! We hope you enjoy. Find more about Daps Magic at: https://dapsmagic.com Featuring: Craig McFarland, Brett Rutherford, Bea Bonner JOIN OUR PATREON: patre...
May 03, 2024•1 hr 16 min
On this week's episode of Beyond the Mouse, Craig and Zoey share the details of their recent trip to Disneyland, yes, Disneyland. Craig FINALLY went to Disneyland! Featuring: Vanessa, Brett, Craig, and Zoey __________________________________________ 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...
Apr 26, 2024•59 min
This week on Beyond the Mouse, Disney fan Brooks Baker talks about her experience in the Disney College Program. We learn about where Brooks worked as a cast member, how she created magical moments, and her behind-the-scenes memories. Featuring: Bea Bonner and Vanessa Ferguson JOIN OUR PATREON: 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.npril...
Apr 19, 2024•55 min
