Idle Prattle

PETER PAN (1953) - This week we have a difficult and frank conversation about Peter Pan. Boy, do we have thoughts! Join along as we admire the stunning animation and face the brutally racist and sexist themes throughout the film.

ALICE IN WONDERLAND (1951) Take a trip with us this week as we spill the Tea on all things Alice. Join as we talk about the wildly distinct animation and less than memorable music. This episode features a segment with special guest Donna Rendely Peeler.

BONUS! In this episode we discuss the awful tragedy that is 2002's "Cinderella II: Dreams Come True" and the surprising success of 2007's "Cinderella III: A Twist in Time." Tune in to hear about what went wrong, what went right, and the surprising addition to the voice cast of these sequels.

CINDERELLA (1950) - Welcome to the Silver Age! Joined by guest Francesca Fowler, we jump into our biggest episode since our premier... Cinderella! This week we discuss how this film saved Walt Disney Studios from bankruptcy, whether or not it makes a bad name for "step-mothers" and the surprisingly feminist undertones throughout.

This week Jordan Hart returns and the four friends discuss Mickey's Christmas Carol (1983). They also talk about their favorite Disney holiday traditions, reflect on what they were thankful for in 2020 as well as their hopes and dreams for 2021. Merry Christmas everyone!

In our second Mailbag episode we revisit The Wartime Era of Disney! Listen as we answer your questions, play new rounds of This-Or-That, and discuss our gut reactions to the latest Disney+ holiday film.

Abigail, Chris, and Eli discuss the final two films in the wartime era, Melody Time (1948) and The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad (1949). Hear all of their thoughts on these films including a very passionate reflection by Eli on the short "Pecos Bill."

Abigail, Chris and Eli discuss Make Mine Music (1946) and Fun and Fancy Free (1947) divulging their varied responses to the 12 different shorts. They discuss the depiction of abusive relationships, animal rights, and the censored short that they had to dig to find... Plus WHO the heck is Candice Bergen?

Welcome to the Wartime Era! In our first "mashup" episode we discuss the rich history of Saludos Amigos (1943) and The Three Caballeros (1944) and how their connection with the US Government during World War II. This episode features a segment with special guest Zaira Carranza.

In our first Mailbag episode we revisit The Golden Age of Disney! Listen as we answer your questions, play new rounds of This-Or-That, and get a couple of "scars" along the way.