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Mousetalgia Episode 135 - Walt Disney and World War II

Walt Disney and World War II: In this special Memorial Day episode, Team Mousetalgia reports on a weekend event at the Walt Disney Family Museum about the Walt Disney Studios output during World War II, featuring presentations by historian Paul F. Anderson. Learn about the various projects and films that the studio created during this critical period of American history. Also - take a closer look at one of the more famous propaganda films, "Victory Through Air Power," which Walt Disney believed would help end the war and save lives. Plus - an exclusive presentation of a 1943 radio program featuring Walt Disney talking about "Victory" - and more!

Direct download: Mousetalgia_-_Episode_135.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 1:50pm PDT
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Mousetalgia Episode 134 - African Cats, Dining at and around Disneyland

It's a Mousetalgia Emporium! Join Team Mousetalgia as we talk about dining options at and around Disneyland. Dave and Becky visit the Hungry Bear, while Jeff tries the new options at Village Haus. Plus, Jeff offers a Club 33 lunch report, and discusses options for eating off property. Kristen reviews Disneynature's African Cats, and compares it to her own safari at the same preserve. Also - we answer listener emails, and Kingdom Comedy returns! Bonus - Kristen rides Star Tours 2!

Direct download: Mousetalgia_-_Episode_134.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 6:45pm PDT
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Mousetalgia Episode 133: Pirates of the Caribbean premiere at Disneyland

Buckle your swashes and set sail for Mousetalgia's pre-POTC all-pirate Disneyland report! Dave and Becky report on the Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides "3D Sneak Peek" in Frontierland, and Jeff reports from the "black carpet" at the film's world premiere at Disneyland! From Johnny Depp to Kermit the Frog, the stars all came out, and you can hear Jeff's story about waiting 15 hours to see the celebrities - and how Disneyland prepared for the occasion. Also - the ladies of Mousetalgia review Lego POTC: The Video Game, Mary Blair takes over the Disney Gallery, and Jeff commissions some art. Plus, Dave is still stuck on Tron - and more! BONUS: Our special review of an advance screening of the film!

Direct download: Mousetalgia_-_Episode_133.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 2:42pm PDT
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Mousetalgia Episode 132 - Alice Davis and Mary Blair

Mary Blair's Flair: Explore the life and art of Disney legend Mary Blair, the wonderful illustrator and conceptual artist for some of the most beloved Disney features, shorts, and theme park attractions. In this episode, Team Mousetalgia discusses a Mary Blair lecture at the Walt Disney Family Museum given by John Canemaker, and we talk to Disney Legend Alice Davis about her friendship with Mary, their time working together on "it's a small world," and working with Walt Disney himself. Also - Profiles in History's huge Hollywood auction, Disneyland's newest half marathon, Tron on vinyl - and more!

Direct download: Mousetalgia_-_Episode_132.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 7:01am PDT
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Mousetalgia Episode 131 - Danny Elfman / Listeners' questions

Rating the Elfman box set: Jeff reviews the $500 16-disc Tim Burton/Danny Elfman "Music Box" - was the product worth the hype and the price tag? Plus, Team Mousetalgia gives the floor to our fans, and answers listeners' questions as they are posted in our chat room. We discuss everything from Disney princesses to Disney "miss"es. Also - Kristen discusses Disney Dixieland, Dave takes another look at Tron, Becky talks baby booties, and we all discuss our secret plans for Disneyland's future.

Direct download: Mousetalgia_-_Episode_131.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 9:45pm PDT
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Remembering Collin Campbell - Team Mousetalgia discuss his life and legacy with Collin's nephew, Mike Kendall. Also, a spotlight on Alice's Wonderland - Jeff reports on an event from the Walt Disney Family Museum about Lewis Carroll and his muse, Alice Liddell, the gardens of Wonderland, and Walt Disney's interpretation of Carroll's masterpiece. Plus - Disneyland in the spring - the benefits to visiting this time of the year. Also - listeners report on Disneyland cookies and dining with Minnie!

Direct download: Mousetalgia_-_Episode_130.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 8:21pm PDT
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Mousetalgia Episode 129 - Voice actor Corey Burton and Disney Jazz

We'll "Hook" you up - In this episode, Team Mousetalgia talks to incredible voice actor Corey Burton, the voice of Captain Hook (and Haunted Mansion Holiday's Ghost Host, and countless other Disney characters). Also - the team gets critical and reviews the latest Disney goods that have captured their attention. Becky reviews a recipe, Kristen reviews an app, Dave defends Tangled on Blu-ray, and Jeff reviews Disney Jr.'s latest hit series. Plus - Everybody Wants to be a Cat: Kristen and Jeff dissect the latest Disney Jazz album.

Direct download: Mousetalgia_-_Episode_129.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 5:06pm PDT
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Mousetalgia Episode 128 - Wait times for new Disneyland Resort attractions

Queue Confusion: How will the new attractions coming to the Disneyland Resort affect your visit to the parks? Team Mousetalgia talks to Touring Plans' Len Testa to get the inside scoop on what to expect for wait times and park visit planning. Also - the team discusses favorite Disney celebs, Pooh honey, Star Tours 2 Live, and a Mary Poppins fly-over. Plus a Fenton's t-shirt giveaway! All this, and much more.

Direct download: Mousetalgia_-_Episode_128.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 8:09pm PDT
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Mousetalgia Episode 127 - Disneyland in the rain and WDW's Haunted Mansion

It's a Mousetalgia Emporium! This week, the team talks Soarin', soakin', and spookin'! First, Disneyland in the rain - can it still be a day of magic and fun? Dave and Becky talk about riding Soarin' alone in the theater, and the team answers your email. Finally, Jeff puts on his Chef's hat and talks about the Haunted Mansion and the latest updates to the attraction in Orlando - do the changes help plus the ride, or do they hurt it? Fan reaction has been mixed, and Jeff wades into the discussion and offers his perspective.

Direct download: Mousetalgia_-_Episode_127.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 8:06pm PDT
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Mousetalgia Episode 126 - Richard Sherman and Tony Walton on Mary Poppins

A Spoonful of Spectacular Magic: This week, Team Mousetalgia report on everything Mary Poppins from two events at the Walt Disney Family Museum. At the first event, songwriter Richard Sherman performed his famous songs from the hit film, and told stories about working directly with Walt Disney on the production of the film - and the following week, designer Tony Walton talked about his set and costume designs for the film, and what it was like working with Julie Andrews - who also happened to be his wife. Also, the team talks Poppins in the Park... and more!

Direct download: Mousetalgia_-_Episode_126.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 7:39pm PDT
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