Best Holy Fever Podcasts (2024)

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[Holy] Wildcat Fever: Sunday School Musical (2008) 1:10:38

1h ago1:10:38

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Summer vacation may still be sizzlin', but here on Disney Reel to Reel, we celebrate the Lord and all he provides for us. Case in point: a mockbuster entitled Sunday School Musical. Joining Wyatt is friend and returning guest, Frankie Sparks from @shoottheflick, and we hope you enjoy the things we do for your entertainment. Send us a Text Message.…

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Good Neighbor Exchanges: Seqs. 3 & 4 ("Baía") 1:13:16

1d ago1:13:16

1:13:16

Olá, friends! Today, Ray returns to discuss their favorite sequence from Disney's 1944 film, The Three Caballeros, with Wyatt. Along the way, they'll reunite with bi king José Carioca, learn about whale mating within the city of Salvador, and yearn for a Bahia that exists only in this film. "Take me there!" References: Canemaker, John and Ken Ander…

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Our Two-Year Anniversary/Comeback/Pride Month Special 1:46:54

29d ago1:46:54

1:46:54

Well, we finally made it (maybe a month early, but it's all about the celebration)! Christina & Joey (@whenuwishuponapodcast) are on hand to recount memories, play games, and lament the current state of the WDC with your host, Wyatt. You can find the show @disreeltoreelpodcast and host Wyatt @goldenafternoon51 on Instagram! *Logo by johnmakesart* M…

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Men's Integrity with Mischa Byruck 1:28:34

2M ago1:28:34

1:28:34

Mischa Byruck is a men’s integrity coach. He specializes in handling public callouts and cancellations and has supported over 100 clients to take accountability for harm and return to their lives transformed. We are thrilled to welcome Mischa to Sober Sex. Find out more about Mischa and his awesome work at https://www.evolve.men/…

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Sam Bailey: The More You Oppress Us, The More We'll Love Each Other 1:03:41

3M ago1:03:41

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Sam Bailey is a sober person who is committed to improving the quality of life and wellbeing of all Trans, Non-Binary and Intersex people. They work as Care Navigator at the Clare Project, a charity in Sussex, UK, dedicated to affirming and supporting TNBI people . Sam is also an auricular acupuncturist focusing on serving people in recovery. I am …

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Recession Rattles: Wish (2023) 1:41:36

3M ago1:41:36

1:41:36

We come back with Disney's centennial flop... and boy, did it make a nose dive. Frankie Sparks (@shoottheflick) returns to join Wyatt in a discussion on this most befuddling celebration of Disney fandom yet. References: Astor Rhymemaster. “‘This Wish,’ the Most Awkward ‘I Want’ Song.” YouTube, YouTube, 4 Jan. 2024, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7…

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Stirring the Sauce with Tom Krasny 1:12:46

3M ago1:12:46

1:12:46

Tom Krasny is a queer, trans, neuro-divergent Glasgow based artist and organizer who is passionate about non oppressive ways of relating. Tom’s work sits on the seam between art and activism, and centers consent as a valuable orientation to collectively learn and practice new skills and tools that allow us to explore relationship to self, others an…

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Wonderland Whimsy: Alice in Wonderland (1939) (Part A) 1:24:01

4M ago1:24:01

1:24:01

Call-oo, callay, a new episode today! Ray returns to discuss an abandoned version of Alice with Wyatt. Along the way, they discover Walt’s one-sided amusement with the book and Raeley sets up her own tabletop RPG campaign based on this adaptation. You can find the show @disreeltoreelpodcast and host Wyatt @goldenafternoon51 on Instagram! Feel free …

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Holy Street Fever! 1:48:44

4M ago1:48:44

1:48:44

Street Fever is a versatile, mixed-media performance-artist residing in Boise, Idaho. Rooted in an ongoing spiritual awakening, Street Fever has been on a wildly cinematic path to better understand themselves as an artist, spiritual seeker, and human being. After losing all their possessions, being institutionalized multiple times and nearly losing…

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Remake Rants: Beauty and the Beast (2017) 2:29:09

5M ago2:29:09

2:29:09

When a tale as old as time is retold... for the pedants of Cracked dot com. With the help of friend and @shoottheflick co-host Frankie Sparks, Wyatt trudged thru the swamps of 2010s live-action remakes. Boy, are you in for a wild ride. References: Abramovitch, Seth. “Original ‘Lion King’ Screenwriter Apprehensive of Remake: ‘I Wasn’t Thrilled with …

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Cuddles for Collective Healing with Laura 1:11:40

5M ago1:11:40

1:11:40

Laura is a Toronto native who has been based in Amsterdam for 5 years. She started cuddling professionally with a small client base during COVID and launched her business Lekker Cuddles officially in March 2021. Laura’s aim with Lekker Cuddles is to normalize platonic intimacy and prove to people that physical and emotional vulnerability does not h…

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Cinderelly Sessions: Seq. 4.0-4.1 ("King & Duke at Ball," "Clock Strikes") 1:48:57

5M ago1:48:57

1:48:57

Happy Valentine's Day, everyone! Long time no hear, but I return with the archetypal romance of 1950's Cinderella. With the help of friend/fashion historian Marley Healy, we break down the lewks of the Royal Ball, as well as the depiction of romance in early Disney films. In this case, it helps if your Prince Charming's a Christian Dior stan. Refer…

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Aarij Abbas: Sexual Education as Tool of Liberation 1:05:42

6M ago1:05:42

1:05:42

Aarij Abbas (he/they) is a queer, South Asian-American sexual health educator based on the stolen land of the Ojibwe, Odawa and Potowatomi tribes, colonized as Chicago, IL. Aarij creates spaces of trust and community for people to freely explore concepts of sexuality, gender and relationships. Their work is informed by the idea that: A) humans are,…

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Little Wooden Wheedlings: Seq. 4.1 ("Marionette Show") 1:11:47

6M ago1:11:47

1:11:47

"Heigh-ho, the merry-o!" Our first episode of 2024 takes us back into the story of Pinocchio. Joining Wyatt is children's literature professor and head of DisNet operations, Rebecca Rowe! References: Allan, Robin. “Marionettes.” Walt Disney and Europe: European Influences on the Animated Feature Films of Walt Disney, John Libbey, London, 1999, pp. …

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Marcus Barnes: Loving Life, Sober 1:12:18

7M ago1:12:18

1:12:18

Last Episode of 2023! Marcus Barnes is a man of many talents: an author, journalist, copy writer, mentor and coach dedicated to being a progressive force in the world of writing, especially surrounding music, culture and mental health. It’s a joy to talk to Marcus today on Sober Sex. You can find out more about Marcus on his socials @mgoldenbarnes…

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Cinderelly Sessions: Seq. 3.0 ("Fairy Godmother") 1:43:37

7M ago1:43:37

1:43:37

Yup. This is our holiday episode. Scholar Abigail Fine returns to share her expertise on fairy godmothers with Wyatt as we break down Sequence 3 of Walt Disney's Cinderella. References: The78Prof. “1947 Hits Archive: Chi-Baba Chi-Baba - Perry Como (a #1 Record).” YouTube, YouTube, 14 May 2019, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lIiSXQ9QCDE. Ander, Cos…

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Beyond Shrinking and Drinking with Lael Atkinson 1:04:12

8M ago1:04:12

1:04:12

Lael Atkinson is a certified professional recovery coach who works at the intersection of drinking and dieting. During their experience of parting ways with alcohol and then tackling a lifetime of dieting, disordered eating and body shame, they found limited resources that addressed this frequent overlap of ‘shrinking and drinking’. This led Lael t…

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Post-Renaissance Palavers: Chicken Little (2005) 1:19:19

8M ago1:19:19

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It may not be the end of the world as we know it. But with 2005's Chicken Little, we uncover an earth-shattering moment in Disney animation. It's a tale of corporate upheaval, creative fatigue, and artistic change which Ray is poised to recount for everyone... to Wyatt's disgruntlement. References: Animation Compendia. “Chicken Little - Teaser Trai…

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The Fairest Sessions of All: Seqs. 1B-2A ("First Queen and Mirror Sequence" / "Snow White and Prince in Garden") 2:00:55

9M ago2:00:55

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Back at it again with the magic mirrors! Apologies for the runtime, but Dr. Bee Eldridge joins Wyatt to discuss the rivalry between Queen Grimhilde and Snow White. We also break off into tangents about a Shakespearean (or "all-male") version of Snow White and the logistics of public restrooms. References: Croonr1. “One Song (1938) - Kenny Baker.” Y…

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Folding in the Heart with Brooke Herr 1:32:24

9M ago1:32:24

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Brooke Herr is a multi-talented education, healer and holder of space for ceremony, including but not limited to: grief work, tarot, somatic & energy work. Brooke draws inspiration from reserves as vast and profound as witchcraft, ancestor work, art practices and consent and coaching frameworks. It is a pleasure and a privilege to welcome Brooke to…

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Intimacy Cards!!! with Sharlene Durfey François 1:20:42

9M ago1:20:42

1:20:42

Meet Sharlene Durfey Francois, a creative force who seamlessly weaves art and human connection into the fabric of her life. Sharlene's multi-faceted portfolio reflects her passion, creativity and talent across many artistic media, including photography, fashion, lighting, graphic design and illustration. In creating the Intimacy Cards, Sharlene’s s…

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Sound Clacks (Halloween Edition): The Skeleton Dance (1929) 1:13:34

9M ago1:13:34

1:13:34

Happy Halloween, daaaarlings! To celebrate this annual tradition, Wyatt and Ray turn the clock back to 1929. We witness the birth of the Silly Symphony cartoon, the shady business practices of a Mr. Pat Powers, and share our thoughts on the best country music stars of 2023. Truly a celebration of all things Disney. References: Johnson, Mindy. “Mary…

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Brianna Hammerman: Being Herd 1:25:53

9M ago1:25:53

1:25:53

Brianna Hammerman is a psychotherapist based in Boulder, Colorado, specializing in Equine Assisted Psychotherapy. She is also an old friend, a shameless horse girl and Co-host of ‘Unbridled Therapists’ podcast. I am thrilled to welcome her to the show today!

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Wildcat Fever: High School Musical: The Concert: Extreme Access Pass (2007) 2:06:41

9M ago2:06:41

2:06:41

We (and by "we," I mean me, Wyatt) at Disney Reel to Reel love a good guilty pleasure movie. High School Musical: The Concert: All Access Pass is more than that. It's a time capsule, in all its uncomfortable, sparkly glory. Frankie Sparks of @shoottheflick joins me on this trip through 2006-2007 pop culture. You can find the show @disreeltoreelpodc…

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The Fairest Sessions of All: Seq. 1A ("Credits and Storybook") 1:34:08

10M ago1:34:08

1:34:08

Sound the trumpets! Wyatt simply couldn't wait any longer (THOUGH THIS EPISODE WAS RECORDED IN JUNE)! In this introductory episode to Walt Disney's Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, he is joined by co-host of @shoottheflick, Frankie Sparks! A chaotic intro to a movie that Wyatt remains beside himself with joy over! You can find the show @disreeltore…

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Little Wooden Wheedlings: Seq. 1.5 ("Blue Fairy Gives Pinocchio Life") 1:43:57

10M ago1:43:57

1:43:57

The stars shine bright this Saturday as Wyatt is joined by fashion history writer, Marley Healy (@bastion_of_fashion), to discuss the iconic sequence in 1940's Pinocchio, where Ginger Rogers brings a doll to life and appoints little Fred Astaire as the doll's conscience. Well, that's my head-canon, at least. Check out her numerous fashion history a…

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TV Talks: Mickey's 50 (1978) 1:03:34

10M ago1:03:34

1:03:34

Is the leader of the club M-I-C-K-E-Y M-O-U-S-E or N-I-C-K-I M-I-N-A-J? Regardless, Ray and Wyatt make their way through Mickey's 50th birthday special without having ever discussed a Mickey Mouse cartoon. We discuss the Golden Age of Hollywood nostalgia, our favorite guest appearances, and an "Uncanny Valley" Elton John. You have to see it to beli…

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Tatiana Simonian on Grief and Growth 1:27:35

10M ago1:27:35

1:27:35

Tatiana Oliveira Simonian has worn many hats: musician, music journalist, big deal marketing executive and holistic career coach and consultant, Tatiana is also a spiritual warrior with long term sobriety and a dear old friend. I’m so happy to talk to her on today’s episode of Sober Sex! You can find more about Tatiana and her work at https://www.t…

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Revival Rattlings: Zootopia (2016) 1:21:35

10M ago1:21:35

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Furries unite! Wyatt and Ray take a trip on down to Zootopia, where anyone can be anything! *seven years later* Oopsies. Join us as we discuss the alternate storylines, cultural legacy, and whether we prefer this film to 1973's Robin Hood. You can find the show @disreeltoreelpodcast and host Wyatt @goldenafternoon51 on Instagram! Feel free to write…

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Wildcat Fever: High School Musical (2006) 1:14:21

11M ago1:14:21

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Hey Wildcats! It's time to "get'cha head in the game!" Ray and Wyatt make their way on over to East High School to audition for the spring musicale, Twinkle Towne, only to discover this 2006 DCOM is actually a mid-century teen movie in 2000s drag. You can find the show @disreeltoreelpodcast and host Wyatt @goldenafternoon51 on Instagram! Feel free …

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Dry Humping with Tawny Lara 1:07:16

11M ago1:07:16

1:07:16

Tawny Lara is an NYC based millennial also known as ‘The Sober Sexpert’. Her book, ‘Dry Humping: A Guide to Dating, Relating and Hooking Up Without Booze’ comes out September 19, 2023. If you like what she has to say, buy her book here! https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/730665/dry-humping-by-tawny-lara/…

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Packaged Prattle: Fun and Fancy Free (1947) 1:57:57

11M ago1:57:57

1:57:57

Even when we reach "dud" features, there's still a crap ton to discuss. Such is the case with Fun and Fancy Free, a film which would fall into obscurity if it weren't for Walt's trio of cartoon personalities... and Jiminy Cricket. Hope you find more entertainment in our lampooning than in this packaged product with a capital "P." You can find the s…

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Studio Shenanigans: Destino (1946-2003) 1:13:08

11M ago1:13:08

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We're feeling mighty surreal this week! Ballet, baseball, and bewilderment make up our reactions to 2003's Destino, the collab between Walt Disney and everyone's favorite ocelot pet owner, Salvador Dalí. We discuss the history, the connection between dreams and surrealist art, as well as the themes within the short. It turned out funnier than descr…

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Gender Magic with Rae McDaniel 1:06:24

11M ago1:06:24

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Rae McDaniel is a non-binary therapist, certified sex therapist, transgender diversity and inclusion educator, speaker and author of ‘Gender Magic’. They are the founder and CEO of Practical Audacity, a gender and sex therapy practice based in Chicago, and an international advocate for gender freedom. We are thrilled to welcome Rae to the show toda…

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Reel Rankings: Bottom/Top Ten Walt Disney Animation Studios Films 1:36:08

11M ago1:36:08

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Here it is, the moment of truth! 20 Disney animated films have won our hearts and inflicted rage upon Ray and I (Wyatt). Together, we begin the rigorous task of determining which are beauties or beasts. The ending is actually rather satisfying. *BTW, opinions are like bum holes; everyone's got their own. So don't get pi**y if your fave isn't ours.*…

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Reel Rankings: The Golden Age (1937-1942) 1:28:16

11M ago1:28:16

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Heigh-ho, muthaf***ers!!! Our final era of Disney animation takes us back to the beginning, when Walter Disney was young and full 'o beans. Ray and I (Wyatt) rank Walt’s first five children: Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Pinocchio, Fantasia, Dumbo, and Bambi. Which film becomes a real boy and which takes a bite outta that poisoned apple? Give a …

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Jessi Kneeland Returns! More Joy! More Neutral! More Queer! More Open! 1:08:20

12M ago1:08:20

1:08:20

Jessi Kneeland is a queer + nonbinary writer, speaker and body neutrality coach. On June 6th, their book ‘Body Neutral, A Revolutionary Guide to Overcoming Body Image Issues’ was published. This is Jessi’s second time on Sober Sex and we are so happy to welcome them back.

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Studio Shenanigans: The Reluctant Dragon (1941) (Part Two) 1:52:54

12M ago1:52:54

1:52:54

Thought you'd learned enough about this hidden gem? Think again! We (Wyatt, Christina & Joey (@whenuwishuponapodcast)) have another two hours of information, laughs and surprises. And don't worry, we haven't forgotten the other half of the brand; this is the "queer" side of the coin. *Side Note* The Roger Edens anecdote is accurate, but it was attr…

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Studio Shenanigans: The Reluctant Dragon (1941) (Part One) 1:33:59

12M ago1:33:59

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Taking a two-week break from rankings, because, without a doubt, this deep delve lives up to the standard set at the beginning of this podcast. Podcasting buddies Christina & Joey (@whenuwishuponapodcast) join me (Wyatt) on this deep, deep, DEEP dive into all things Reluctant Dragon. The stories will surprise you, maybe even shock you... or at leas…

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Tamsin Embleton: Touring and Mental Health 1:16:44

12M ago1:16:44

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Tamsin Embleton is an attachment based psychotherapist and the director of the Music Industry Therapist’s Collective (MITC). She has worked as a music promoter, tour manager and artist manager for ten years prior to shifting her focus to therapy, and she has recently published ‘ Touring and Mental Health: the Music Industry Manual’. It is a delight…

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Reel Rankings: The Renaissance (Part 2): 1992-1999 1:29:54

12M ago1:29:54

1:29:54

"When will [Disney’s] reflection show who they are inside?" In this episode (where we may or may not get canceled for our film opinions), Raeley and I (Wyatt) wrap this chunk of the Renaissance era with rankings and discussions of Aladdin, The Lion King, Pocahontas, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Hercules, Mulan, and Tarzan. The closer we get to our …

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Reel Rankings: The Renaissance (Part 1): 1989-1991 1:11:24

1y ago1:11:24

1:11:24

We invite you to "be our guest" as Raeley and I (Wyatt) rank and discuss two of every Millennial's fave Disney films, The Little Mermaid, The Rescuers Down Under, and Beauty and the Beast. We'll decide how great the 1990s were here... as a pair of seasoned Zoomers. You can find the show @disreeltoreelpodcast and host Wyatt @goldenafternoon51 on Ins…

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Meenadchi: Decolonization and Delight 56:52

1y ago56:52

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Meenadchi has over 10 years of experience in trauma and crisis stabilization. She is the author of ‘Decolonizing Nonviolent Communication’ and is a family constellation therapist, working to help clients release intergenerational baggage and discover (or rediscover) a sense of purpose, sovereignty and motivation for doing good work in the world. I …

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Park Hopper: Expedition Everest - Legend of the Forbidden Mountain 1:07:28

1y ago1:07:28

1:07:28

Another birthday episode (though late because the logo took a minute to be made)! Ray is the bigger Disney Parks fan and for their birthday, they wanted to cover a popular attraction from Walt Disney World's Animal Kingdom. Wyatt sits back for once and enjoys their passionate spiel on all things Everest. References: “Animal Kingdom Throws Star-Stud…

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World Showcase: Three International Snow Whites 1:56:39

1y ago1:56:39

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Going back to our roots in this jam-packed folklore episode! We simply couldn't wait any longer (or at least Wyatt couldn't). We discuss three relatively obscure variants of "Snow White," including Johann Karl August Musäus's "Richilde" from 1782, "The Beautiful Daughter," an oral folktale from West Africa, and Aleksandar Pushkin's 1833 poem, "The …

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Reel Rankings: The Silver Age (Part 2): 1956-1967 53:26

1y ago53:26

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The Silver Age takes a slight dip in tone as Ray and I rank and discuss Sleeping Beauty, One Hundred and One Dalmatians, The Sword in the Stone, and The Jungle Book. Wolfgang Reitherman steps up to direct these films, thereby taking us out of fairyland and into the wide wilderness. It was like something "once upon a dream," the likes of which we ma…

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No Longer 'Spiritual' with Michael Marcus 1:50:22

1y ago1:50:22

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Apologies for the recent delay in new episodes, we have a ton of great stuff coming your way and this episode sets a tone for great interviews to come. Thanks for your patience, please SHARE IT WITH YOUR FRIENDS, rate, review, subscribe, follow, whatever. This is a labor of love and your support is incredibly meaningful. Michael Marcus is a person …

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Reel Rankings: The Silver Age (Part 1): 1950-1955 56:47

1y ago56:47

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"The world is a carousel of color / Wonderful, wonderful color..." The Holy Trinity of Disney Animation eras are finally upon us (though we also include the "Revival"). In Part 1, Ray and I discuss and rank Cinderella, Alice in Wonderland, Peter Pan, and Lady and the Tramp. Any film that features a female character's name in the title is our insta-…

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Reel Rankings: The Bronze Age (Part 2): 1978-1988 58:46

1y ago58:46

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We end our reign of darkness with a sigh of relief and some "ATTITUDE," as the original poster for Oliver & Company declared. Raeley and I rank The Fox and the Hound, The Black Cauldron, The Great Mouse Detective, and Oliver & Company. You can find the show @disreeltoreelpodcast and host Wyatt @goldenafternoon51 on Instagram! Feel free to write in …

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Reel Rankings: The Bronze Age (Part 1): 1968-1977 1:04:33

1y ago1:04:33

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We are 65% of the way thru the Disney animated canon, and this is the final bummer era. It's Hot Girl Summers from here on out! We discuss and rank The Aristocats, Robin Hood, The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh, and The Rescuers. *Spoilers* The two movies that list their main characters in their titles were our mutual faves. You can find the sh…

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