Notably Disney is the ultimate Disney podcast covering music and books written by and about The Walt Disney Company.
Episodes
Tuesday Dec 01, 2020
Tuesday Dec 01, 2020
It's time for another edition of "Disney Tunes and Quotes Trivia!" This game show episode enlists fellow Disney aficionados, including podcasters, to team up in an effort to answer questions related to Disney songs and quotes. There's so much good content - and the recording was so long - that the trivia for this edition is broken up into two parts! This episode covers the first six rounds.
Joining us on this edition of Tunes and Quotes are four contestants, a mix of both returning guests and new guests to Notably Disney. On Team "Finding Nemos" are former guests James Mason, author of Disney Connections & Collections and Jim Fanning, author of titles like The Disney Book and the host of Jim Fanning's Tulgey Wood TV on YouTube.These two compete against new guests on Team "Six Eggs" (a nod to their favorite song from Beauty and the Beast): Derek Lewis, co-host of the hilarious The Mad Chatters podcast, and Ben Lancaster, director of The Further Adventures of Walt’s Frozen Head and the person behind the Prototype World of Tomorrow series.
Follow each of the contestants on Twitter: Ben (@WaltsFrzenHead), Derek (@dereklew), James (@DrJamesDoes), and Jim (@EmeliusBrowne).
Feel free to follow Brett on Twitter (@bnachmanreports), subscribe to the podcast, and send your feedback to notablydisney@gmail.com
New episodes of the podcast debut on the first and third Tuesday of every month.
Tuesday Nov 17, 2020
Tuesday Nov 17, 2020
Emmy Award-winning and Academy Award-nominated composer John Debney has been part of our Disney lives for nearly four decades, from his work on television and in the parks to the big screen. His enchanting scores, from the spirited sounds associated with the Sanderson Sisters in Hocus Pocus to the hip flair in The Emperor’s New Groove, are nothing short of sensational. On this episode of Notably Disney John talks about his storied career, which has entailed scoring some beloved Disney films, including two movies commemorating their 20th anniversary very soon: The Emperor’s New Groove and The Princess Diaries. John and Brett Nachman also discuss John's admiration of other legendary composers, including Marc Shaiman, James Newton Howard, and James Horner.
Follow John on Instagram (@johndebney) and Twitter (@JohnDebney). You can also check out John's work on his website: JohnDebney.com.
Feel free to follow Brett on Twitter (@bnachmanreports), subscribe to the podcast, and send your feedback to notablydisney@gmail.com
New episodes of the podcast debut on the first and third Tuesday of every month.
Tuesday Nov 03, 2020
Tuesday Nov 03, 2020
For years author J.B. Kaufman has covered many aspects of Disney history, particularly during the era featuring Walt’s earliest projects, with his books on Silly Symphonies, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, and the feature that is the center of this discussion. Celebrating its 80th anniversary this year, Walt Disney’s masterpiece Pinocchio has dazzled animation connoisseurs with its brilliant storytelling, visual artistry, charming characters, and unforgettable music. J.B. chronicled the making of this movie in his 2015 title Pinocchio: The Making of the Disney Epic. J.B. joins Brett Nachman on Notably Disney to talk about the development of this beautiful book, his interest in Pinocchio as a topic, and the impact of this animated treasure.
Learn more about J.B. on his website: jbkaufman.com. And be sure to check out many of his books while you're on the site.
Feel free to follow Brett on Twitter (@bnachmanreports), subscribe to the podcast, and send your feedback to notablydisney@gmail.com
New episodes of the podcast debut on the first and third Tuesday of every month.
Tuesday Oct 20, 2020
Tuesday Oct 20, 2020
It's time for another edition of "Disney Tunes and Quotes Trivia!" This game show episode enlists fellow Disney aficionados, including podcasters, to team up in an effort to answer questions related to Disney songs and quotes. Joining us on this edition are four fantastic contestants. On the "Yzmas" team are Tammy Tuckey, host of The Tiara Talk Show podcast, and Erin Doran, a fellow Disney friend and fan. Meanwhile on the "Kronks" team are Dan Heaton, host of The Tomorrow Society Podcast, and Tommy T, host of The Dis Quiz podcast. It's gonna be a fun and riotous ride with this crew! Listen to the very end for a hilarious rendition of one classic tune.
Follow each of the contestants on Twitter: Dan (@thedanheaton, @tomorrowsoc),Tommy (@thedisquiz), Tammy (@TammyTuckey) and Erin (@ErinDoran_EdD).
Be sure to subscribe to their podcasts as well! The Tomorrow Society Podcast, The Dis Quiz, and The Tiara Talk Show are all extremely entertaining and informative.
Feel free to follow Brett on Twitter (@bnachmanreports), subscribe to the podcast, and send your feedback to notablydisney@gmail.com
New episodes of the podcast debut on the first and third Tuesday of every month.
Tuesday Oct 06, 2020
Tuesday Oct 06, 2020
Richard Bellis is the man behind the scores for so many popular Disney theme park attractions, from Dinosaur and Star Tours to Alien Encounter and the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror. He’s an Emmy Award-winning composer whose work for The Walt Disney Company spans across decades and parks all around the world, including Disneyland Paris and Tokyo Disneyland. On this episode of Notably Disney he talks about his career, compositions, and creativity, from the iconic Star Tours chimes to the subtle cues in Indiana Jones Adventure.
Learn more about Richard Bellis' music on his personal website and listen to some examples of his work on his YouTube channel.
Feel free to follow Brett on Twitter (@bnachmanreports), subscribe to the podcast, and send your feedback to notablydisney@gmail.com
New episodes of the podcast debut on the first and third Tuesday of every month.
Tuesday Sep 15, 2020
Tuesday Sep 15, 2020
Let's rewind those VHS tapes and start at the beginning. The Disney Sing Along Songs series was a foundational part of many Disney fans' childhoods during the late 1980s and into the new millennium, allowing them to watch classic tunes and follow the lyrics along the way. On this episode of Notably Disney, Courtney Guth and Emily McDermott of the Book of the Mouse Club podcast return, as they and host Brett Nachman discuss the origins of the series, its many hosts, the classic tapes (including "Disneyland Fun" and "Beach Party at Walt Disney World"), fond memories, and its lasting impact.
Be sure to check out the Book of the Mouse Club podcast on iTunes and wherever you listen to podcasts. Email is bookofthemouseclub@gmail.com The podcast website is https://bookofthemouseclub.libsyn.com/
Also make sure you follow Book of the Mouse Club on Twitter, as well as each of the hosts on Instagram: Courtney (@greatguthsby) and Emily (@emily_mickde). You can also follow Emily (@emily_mickde) and Courtney (@Courtney_Guth) on Twitter.
Feel free to follow Brett on Twitter (@bnachmanreports), subscribe to the podcast, and send your feedback to notablydisney@gmail.com
New episodes of the podcast debut on the first and third Tuesday of every month.
Tuesday Sep 01, 2020
Tuesday Sep 01, 2020
Author Didier Ghez’s sixth and final volume in the popular They Drew As They Pleased series has debuted. The Hidden Art of Disney’s New Golden Age explores four signature artists from recent decades (Joe Grant, Mike Gabriel, Michael Giaimo, Hans Bacher), featuring amazing stories of their time with the company and a plethora of fantastic imagery from both familiar films and abandoned projects. Didier Ghez joins host Brett Nachman to discuss this series and his role as one of the foremost experts of Disney books as the individual who runs the Ultimate Disney Books Network.
Check out Didier's Disney History blog and the Ultimate Disney Books Network. View his books on Amazon or wherever books are sold.
Feel free to reach out to Brett via Twitter @bnachmanreports, subscribe to the podcast, and send your feedback to notablydisney@gmail.com
New episodes of Notably Disney debut on the first and third Tuesday of each month.
Tuesday Aug 25, 2020
Tuesday Aug 25, 2020
A graduate of the Royal Academy of Music, trumpet player and producer Louis Dowdeswell has played alongside some major performers including Michael Buble, Josh Groban and Seal, and is a major performer and an accomplished musician in his own right, having played with the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra as one example. His YouTube channel featuring music lessons and performances boasts more than 70,000 subscribers. Some of his most popular videos provided the basis for today’s interview, as his covers of The Incredibles suite, and songs from Hercules and Frozen, among others, have amassed many millions of views. "Into the Unknown" is particularly monumental. On this episode of Notably Disney we discuss his musical background and unique takes on some favorite Disney tunes and scores.
Learn more about Louis by visiting his website, and be sure to check out his performances on his YouTube channel. Follow Louis on Instagram (@louispt) and Twitter (@louisdowdeswell).
Feel free to reach out to Brett via Twitter @bnachmanreports, subscribe to the podcast, and send your feedback at notablydisney@gmail.com
New episodes of Notably Disney typically debut on the first and third Tuesday of each month.
Tuesday Aug 18, 2020
Tuesday Aug 18, 2020
Returning to Notably Disney is Dave Bossert, an accomplished author who is here to talk about his forthcoming fall release 3D Disneyland: Like You’ve Never Seen it Before. This is a special, unique title that primarily showcases dozens and dozens of photos of the park during its earliest days and into the early 1980s... in 3D! Dave discusses the process of bringing these never-before-seen pictures, thanks to the amazing collection from Ted Kierscey, to a wide audience via this distinct release.
Order your copy of 3D Disneyland: Like You've Never Seen It Before on The Old Mill Press website. The book debuts to the general public this October, though some signed and numbered first edition version of the books are still available as of the debut of this episode.
Check out Dave's work on his website (DavidBossert.com) and follow him on various social media platforms, including Instagram (dave_bossert) and YouTube.
Feel free to reach out to Brett via Twitter @bnachmanreports, subscribe to the podcast, and send your feedback at notablydisney@gmail.com
New episodes of Notably Disney typically debut on the first and third Tuesday of each month.
Tuesday Aug 11, 2020
Tuesday Aug 11, 2020
This is a special episode of Notably Disney with the filmmakers behind Howard!
Joining me on Notably Disney is the team behind the spectacular, raw, and evocative documentary about one of the most beloved lyricists and an instrumental figure in Disney music and animation history. Howard, which just debuted on Disney+ after its initial premiere in 2018, focuses on the life of the late Howard Ashman, responsible for some of our favorite Disney ditties. I welcome on Don Hahn, Howard’s director, producer, and writer, and Lori Korngiebel, also a producer on Howard, to discuss the making of the magnificent documentary. Some of Don and Lori's previous projects include Waking Sleeping Beauty and Maleficent. Don was a producer on Beauty and the Beast and The Lion King, as well as has authored many books, including Yesterday's Tomorrow: Disney's Magical Mid-Century and The Alchemy of Animation: Making an Animated Film in the Modern Age. Lori has been involved in a number of films over the past two decades, including as a post-production supervisor on John Carter, The Finest Hours and Atlantis: The Lost Empire.
Follow Don Hahn on Twitter (@DonHahn), Instagram (@don.hahn), and his website (DonHahn.com). Lean more about Lori Korngiebl on her IMDB page.
Check out more about Howard on the film's website. Watch it now on Disney+!
Feel free to reach out to Brett via Twitter @bnachmanreports, subscribe to the podcast, and send your feedback to notablydisney@gmail.com
New episodes of Notably Disney typically debut on the first and third Tuesday each month.