Guess what! We're super back! We're making our return to the main feed with the Best Disney Wedding bracket. This episode starts with a look towards the future of Mouse Madness, some new tiki mugs for our Spoonful of Sugars, and the return of Tess & Alyssa to the show! What makes a Disney wedding? Are fairytale weddings and Disney weddings the same? Who brought a shotgun to Carl and Ellie's wedding? Tune in to find out.
THE BOYS ARE SO BACK. Chris makes his return to the pod to bring us a Minnie Moon trip report.
Earlier this month, Disney announced their intention to build a new theme park experience in Abu Dhabi, specifically on Yas Island. And guess what? We know someone who's been to the island and checked out a theme park! Kyle welcomes full-time traveller and content creator Brandi to talk about traveling to the middle east and how the theme parks on Yas Island differ from others around the world! You can check follow Brandi on Instagram at @ifwegoto and check out her vlogs on YouTube....
We're super excited to bring you a conversation and trip report from friend of the show Marissa, who was able to go on a travel agent trip to preview Universal Studios Orlando's new park, Epic Universe! From Dark Universe to the Isle of Berk, Marissa breaks down the good, the bad, and the tasty of the highly anticipated park! If you want to book a trip to any theme park or destination through Marissa, at no additional cost to you, hit her up on Instagram at @marrissamouseclubhouse or by emailing...
It's a Kyle Q&A! On this episode of Mouse Madness Musings, Kyle answers questions submitted to him via the Mouse Madness Instagram. What's the best Disneyland bathroom? What are his favorite Disney parks drinks? Does he have favorite Disney baby names? Time to find out!
On your mark, get set, GO! On this episode of Mouse Madness Musings, we're visited by retired dancer turned race-runner Sara Cate to learn all about the Wonderful World of RunDisney!
Welcome to Mouse Madness Musings! In this MoMad universe side quest, Kyle will bring you his thoughts on just about anything Disney, joined by special guests! In this first episode, Kyle is joined by his good friend Nick, who had not been to the park since he graduated from high school in 1988. The two, along with a group of other college friends, hit the Disneyland Resort for a one-day sprint. Take in this park we love through the eyes of a Disney newbie!
Mouse Madness update: We are taking a break until Summertime- likely, end of June or early July. In the meantime, Kyle will be popping in occasionally with some content to keep the feed active. More details in the intro to this episode. With that, here's the finale to the Best DCA Attraction Quote bracket: Chris has gotten really into couponing Kyle wishes there was a mini control tower inside Soarin' Why do we need a control tower if we’re hang gliding? Soarin’ merch needs a new quote to work w...
It's always a good time to plan a mental vacation to the Disneyland Resort, so let's take an audio adventure with the Best DCA Attraction Quote bracket: Welcome back, Mandy! Mandy’s DCA jam is the Animation Academy Pour one out for Chris, victim of a bachelor party God bless the poncho traders Kyle gives props to Jesse’s Critter Carousel “Nice work, pal” has a life of its own They may have grabbed the Mike Wazowski quote from Billy Crystal walking through the park One Patrick Warburton quote loc...
Our vocal chords are fried after another week of belting these Best Disney "Live Action Remake" Songs: Geri’s Gang Trivia this Sunday, February 2nd! Welcome back, Eric and Alyssa Are the remakes out of control? Chris translates korean to english in real time Emma Thompson vs Angela Lansbury in the Battle of the Beast Eric and Alyssa have a Zoom malfunction Is the Beast long in the tooth with Evermore? Emma Watson got done dirty by autotune Chris calls Kyle a hypocrite Alyssa has a harp bias Ewan...
Put those nostalgia goggles on, because we're finally diving head first into the world of remakes with the Best Disney "Live Action Remake" Song bracket: Geri’s Gang Trivia on Sunday, February 2nd! Welcome back, Eric and Alyssa Kyle attempts the Elphaba screech Chris attempts a Will Smith impression What is the name of the actress that plays Ariel? Disney wanted to get their money’s worth out of Daddy Lin Kyle begs for the return of Daddy Lin Will Smith definitely didn’t know Friend Like Me befo...
House Hunters but make it Disney! We're crowning the baddest of the bad in Part 2 of our Best Disney Villain's bracket : A Spoonful of Artificial Sugar Scar lives in the Elephant Graveyard of his own mind On the Flying Dutchman, YOU are the lair. Isolation is key on Nomanisan Island. Did Syndrome get the island from the government to test weapons? Is Syndrome behind the drones in New Jersey? Never forget Sid’s drunk dad Belle’s dad is in Princess and the Frog What happens behind the beaded doors...
It's 2025, and Mouse Madness is kicking off the year by taking a look at our favorite baddies and the cribs they call home in the Best Disney Villain's Lair bracket: Welcome back Tess & Alyssa. Kyle debuts his new tiki mug. We’ve officially entered Bowersox wedding szn. What’s the hot green liquid in the elephant graveyard? Lampwick's biggest opps were the cops. Chris drops some Giger knowledge on the pod. Cruella is way too elevated to live in Hell Hall. Bob De Vil was probably loaded. Hora...
** Trigger Warning for some movies discussed that include topics of self-harm, violence, and abuse** Mouse Madness finishes off 2024 by crowning winner of the Best Christmas Movie of All Time bracket : No version of a Christmas Carol made this bracket Where do we stand on Christmas music? Chris’s Christmas Music trauma Amazon has an abridged version of It’s A Wonderful Life George Bailey stays winning It’s a Wonderful Life was definitely a Rugrats episode at one point Chris has tried to watch th...
** Trigger Warning for some movies discussed that include topics of self-harm, violence, and abuse** We're side-stepping the World of Disney and breaking down some classic films with the Best Christmas Movie of All Time bracket: Mama Marissa joins us on the pod! Kyle lost his favorite seasonal beer. Chris is out on The Family Stone. The Harry Potter Holiday movie conversation is irrelevant. Do you buy Jack Black as a love interest? Nancy Meyers went on a RUN in the 2000s Chevy Chase is not a gre...
This week, we're bringing everyone a piece of our Geri's Gang Patreon membership with a special bonus episode! Kyle and Nina headed to the theater to watch Moana and her gang of characters attempt to unite the people of the ocean. But will Kyle and Nina be united in their opinions of Disney's latest offering? If you want more bonus episodes like this, join Geri's Gang at patreon.com/mousemadness Back to the brackets next week!
Who will be the Pixar slap of all slaps? Give the playlist a spin: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/61aZjh8wQqSVEgg8LcrllX?si=ZQmdprAvTiqU3-9VamJ0ug Apple: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/best-pixar-song/pl.u-EdAVvb3tampE0pV YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw6RhWq5mzqzi4t8QR-RvJhH0_FZflSUQ&si=JaCyRQAjPbXqwx3g Welcome back to the pod, Anuj! Chris nails a Randy Newman impression. Anuj reveals the origin of his fear of rats. Randy Newman is off to Cabo. Distance ...
We're throwing on the headphones for a musical tour of the Best Pixar Song! Give the playlist a spin: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/61aZjh8wQqSVEgg8LcrllX?si=ZQmdprAvTiqU3-9VamJ0ug Apple: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/best-pixar-song/pl.u-EdAVvb3tampE0pV YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw6RhWq5mzqzi4t8QR-RvJhH0_FZflSUQ&si=JaCyRQAjPbXqwx3g Welcome back to the pod, Anuj! Chris accidentally saw Jon Batiste twice in a week. Wish’s tracklist is like a bowl of oatmea...
We're scruffin' it out as we put the finishing touches on the Best Disney Facial Hair bracket: Chris is an expert on alopecia of the beard. Hella pirates made it to the Elite 8. What’s cookin' under the Sultan’s turban? Merlin may have given up on caring for his beard a long time ago. What weird artifacts are being brought around dimensions in Merlin’s beard? Chris walks his cat? History of Tarzan’s Dad’s beard style. King Triton has aura. Captain Hook got his name from his hook-like mustache. H...
Bust out the beard oil because we're talking facial hair! Welcome back to the pod, Kyle Madson Welcome to the pod Kyle’s chin Is Chris going bare faced for his wedding? Kyle gifted Chris the flattest beer Chris is turning into a parks treats boy The Dwarfs have made some interesting facial hair choices Merlin’s beard be draggin Welcome to the pod, Sorcerer's Apprentice Yen Sid is the dumbest name of all time Why are the sorcerer’s apprentice brooms have cheeks Morgan Wallen ruined staches Tarzan...
Light a candle, put on that old comfy hoodie, and press play as we crown the winner of the Coziest Animated Disney Setting bracket, which ends in a totally calm and relaxing way! Zero’s nose Mandela Effect The podcast’s first white russian? Chris leads the crusade against open concept homes The Pixar easter eggs in Giulia’s room. Gaston’s Tavern has a big boy arm chair. When are we gonna get the Radiator Springs gasoline candle? The coziness of a cemetery. Kyle does NOT want to be in the mountai...
Grab some tea and cuddle up with your favorite blanket because we're diving into fall with the Coziest Disney Animated Setting bracket! Welcome back Karen and Eric! How do you make your space cozy? Chris’s ideal aesthetic is “Haunted”. Is it healthy to work where we live? Geppetto was built for lockdown. There's a culture of cozy in Bunnyburrow. Eric and Karen bring Carl's house to the pod. There's nothing cozier than your own broken-in chair. Chris loves to host gatherings. Eric can't kick peop...
Pumpkins scream in the dead of night, and a best citizen gets crowned! Welcome back Brynn! The Nightmare Before Christmas merch has a lot to do with its fandom Is Jack Skellington actually a dictator? Chris loves a vulnerable character Some new Nightmare Before Christmas Trivia gets introduced How does Frog's Breath help to world build? Brynn thinks Lock, Shock, and Barrel = razors in candy Sally is the matron saint of sad girls Why are we afraid of clowns? Oogie Boogie loves a freshman dorm aes...
In this town we call home, everyone hail to the pumpkin song. We're falling into the world of Nightmare Before Christmas with the Best Halloween Town Citizen bracket: The bois are recording from the pits of Hell. Welcome back, Brynn! Brynn visited Salem, Mass for some Hocus Pocus fun. The witches are thirsty af. Nightmare Before Christmas was core to Chris’s Disney fandom. Time for an NBC history lesson with Chris. The residents hit those fist pumps for Jack’s arrival. Is Harlequin Demon queer o...
Suit up for the finale of the Best In-Universe Disney Costume Bracket! What characters have we dressed as for Halloween? Donald wanted to meet Alyssa at Oogie Boogie Bash. Clowns have never gotten respect. Kyle’s got some questions about Dumbo’s clown makeup Cri-Kee’s proportions are all messed up in the costume. Robin Hood has got so much swag about his costume. Robin Hood is for sure shredded. Chris has Drag names for Kuzco. Chris misses having one collective pop culture. Cri-Kee’s thigh gap i...
If you are looking for costume inspiration for this year's Halloween party at your pal's house, look no further than this bracket. We're breaking down the Best In-Universe Disney Costume! Welcome back Tess and Alyssa! Kyle’s back with a pumpkin ale. Vodka can dress up a water. Dalmatians in blackface???? Timon and Pumbaa have DEFINITELY done this routine before. Baloo had to beat that beat up. Kyle’s got some questions about Dumbo’s make up. Chris hits us with an incredible zombie noise. Chris e...
Get ready, because we're about to drop some gospel truth on ya. Mandy is back to talk childhood trauma We lie to children when telling them to achieve their goals Dr. John’s character embodies that Facilier energy When You Wish Upon A Star is supposed to settle you into the cozy When did Disney movies get their castle bumper? Tarzan is mid for Chris The Gospel Truth introduces us to Daddy Zeus Tarzan fans are a VERY niche demo Tarzan was created in the era of the extreme Suckin down Tarzan straw...
A strong first impression is important, and that's especially true in the World of Disney. We break down the Best Disney Opening Number in this week's episode: Resident Music Expert, Mandy, returns Chris went sober at a wedding. Kyle’s spoonful takes him to Germany. Will Chris and Mandy team up to push the Newsies agenda? Old Disney used to throw the song at us 10 seconds in. Bert was the OG street rappin. Did Bert and Mary conspire the entire Banks situation? Welcome to the podcast, In the Heig...
Call them ranch because cast members be DRESSIN. Who will take the crown as the spiffiest in the land? Memory is hard The beefcake canoe cast members are intimidating Chris’s oat milk proclamation Kyle loves him some Radiator Springs Racers costumes The Mansion costumes are so iconic, they were used in the new film’s promotion "Go Away Green" hits different with the Mansion Matt is married to an ex-mall goth The transformative nature of the Runaway Railway costumes reflect the attraction Party C...
The drip is off the charts in the parks, so we're paying tribute to all of our friendly CMs with the Best Disneyland Resort Cast Member Costume bracket: View the costumes HERE Welcome to the pod, Matt! Chris hopped off the bike and onto the mic. Haunted Mansion comes in hot on this bracket. Soarin' cast members look like baggage loaders. Did Mission Breakout switch up their look? The Radiator Springs Racers fits are Kyle’s quintessential cast costumes. The Guardians tower disgusts Chris Pirates ...
