On this episode of Notably Disney, host Brett Nachman offers an analysis of the recent class of Disney Legends - expect some hot takes, listeners - and interviews podcaster, scholar, and professor Dr. Cody T. Havard (University of Memphis). Cody’s research covers a number of topics, including sports rivalries and fan culture. He’s also the person behind the "Being a Fan of Disney" podcast, which recently, much like Notably Disney, celebrated its 100th episode. Brett and Cody discuss his research, teaching, and podcasting experiences.

Listen to "Being a Fan of Disney" wherever you listen to podcasts, and be sure to follow Cody on Twitter (@chavardphd). 

Feel free to reach out to Brett via Twitter @bnachmanreports, subscribe to the podcast, and send your feedback to [email protected] 

New episodes of Notably Disney debut on the first and third Tuesday of each month. 

Join host Brett Nachman as he reflects on the past 3.5 years of Notably Disney, in honor of the podcast hitting the 100th episode milestone! Hear about the podcast's origins, some fun experiences along the way, and legendary people who have been on the show. Additionally, Brett reviews Chronicle Books' latest Disney-Pixar book release: "The Art of Lightyear." 

Feel free to reach out to Brett via Twitter @bnachmanreports, subscribe to the podcast, and send your feedback to [email protected] 

New episodes of Notably Disney debut on the first and third Tuesday of each month. 

Author and creative consultant Michael Crawford has lent his skillsets and knowledge of the Mouse House to write and work directly for Disney, as well as detail this knowledge across many spaces, including crafting his Progress City USA blog and writing the book The Progress City Primer: Stories, Secrets, and Silliness from the Many Worlds of Disney. He’s a true Disney expert, and on this episode of Notably Disney he discusses with host Brett Nachman his career, projects, and processes in consuming and disseminating information on Disney history. 

Check out the Progress City, U.S.A. Blog and listen in to the Progress City Radio Hour wherever you listen to podcasts! Follow Progress City U.S.A. on Twitter (@ProgressCityUSA)!

Feel free to reach out to Brett via Twitter @bnachmanreports, subscribe to the podcast, and send your feedback to [email protected] 

New episodes of Notably Disney debut on the first and third Tuesday of each month. 

Strolling through Walt Disney World affords a bevy of sounds and tunes that envelop us in another place, from the horse-drawn roads of Main Street U.S.A. to the jungles of Pandora. The more you listen to music, the more you may ponder the question: "which of these tracks is better?" That sparked the inspiration for this episode of Notably Disney, in which host Brett Nachman brings back to the podcast Dan Heaton (host, The Tomorrow Society Podcast), to pose a series of tough musical choices. Each Dan and Brett present 10 sets of Walt Disney World-themed music options to one another and discuss their preferences. 

Listen to Dan on The Tomorrow Society Podcast and follow the podcast on Facebook, Twitter (@tomorrowsoc), and Instagram. Visit TomorrowSociety.com for all that and more!

Feel free to reach out to Brett via Twitter @bnachmanreports, subscribe to the podcast, and send your feedback to [email protected] 

New episodes of Notably Disney debut on the first and third Tuesday of each month. 

Emmy-winning composer and orchestrator Steve Bramson has translated his musical gifts to the big and small screen over the years across a variety of projects, including the hit CBS series JAG. His Disney connections span many decades, and most notably, he orchestrated classic Henry Selick flick James and the Giant Peach and composed the original theme for Disneyland Paris’ Space Mountain: De la Terre a la Lune. Steve Bramson sits down with host Brett Nachman for an interview about his illustrious career.

Listen to some of Steve Bramson's work by visiting his website (SteveBramsonMusic.com)!

Feel free to reach out to Brett via Twitter @bnachmanreports, subscribe to the podcast, and send your feedback at [email protected] 

When thinking back to the music of many of our childhood, the scores of Joel McNeely instantly come to mind: Iron Will, Flipper, Return to Never Land, Holes, among many others, including a number of Disney direct-to-video animated features. He’s an Emmy Award-winning composer behind the early 90s television series The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles. More recently he has composed for shows including The Orville and American Dad. On this episode of Notably Disney host Brett Nachman talks with Joel about his career, work with Disney, and spotlight two of his spectacular scores: Iron Will and Return to Never Land. 

Check out Joel's work by visiting his website (JoelMcNeely.com) and follow him on Twitter (@joelsephmc).

Feel free to reach out to Brett via Twitter @bnachmanreports, subscribe to the podcast, and send your feedback at [email protected] 

Get ready to release some laughter. Tammy Tuckey (The Tammy Tuckey Show) returns to Notably Disney as she and host Brett Nachman discuss their selections for funniest Disney attraction quotes. They cover everything from shows and rides, past and present, noting the most riotous lines uttered by Disney theme park characters. Much hilarity ensues.

Be sure to follow Tammy (@TammyTuckey) on Twitter, as well as check out Tammy's website (TammyTuckey.com) to learn more about her work and listen in to The Tammy Tuckey Show! And consider donating to Tammy's campaign for creating a new Disney-themed cover album (by July 7, 2022).

Feel free to reach out to Brett via Twitter @bnachmanreports, subscribe to the podcast, and send your feedback at [email protected] 

On this second part of a two-part episode on Notably Disney, Jim Fanning, renowned Disney historian and author, returns to join host Brett Nachman in sharing their selections of favorite live-action Disney film songs. Get ready for a deep dive into tunes from familiar titles from Mary Poppins and The Muppets alongside hearing some rarely-heard songs, too. It's a joyous and cerebral ride through Disney's live-action library with Jim and Brett leading the way.

Follow Jim on social media platforms, including Twitter (@EmeliusBrowne) and Instagram, as well as his YouTube channel: Jim Fanning's Tulgey Wood TV. You can also check out his website and blog.

Feel free to reach out to Brett via Twitter @bnachmanreports, subscribe to the podcast, and send your feedback at [email protected] 

New episodes of Notably Disney debut on the first and third Tuesday of each month.

Disney author and historian Jim Fanning has guested on Notably Disney to discuss forgotten Disney songs, as well as competed on Tunes and Quotes Trivia, and now he’s back as he and host Brett Nachman share their picks on a fun-filled topic: favorite live-action Disney film songs. This is the first of a two-part episode that highlights some wonderful tunes from the Disney live-action film catalogue, some of which have been overlooked over time. It's an epic list featuring laughs and lessons about songs from the likes of Alan Menken, the Sherman Brothers, and more!

Follow Jim on social media platforms, including Twitter (@EmeliusBrowne) and Instagram, as well as his YouTube channel: Jim Fanning's Tulgey Wood TV. You can also check out his website and blog.

Feel free to reach out to Brett via Twitter @bnachmanreports, subscribe to the podcast, and send your feedback at [email protected] 

New episodes of Notably Disney debut on the first and third Tuesday of each month.

Well, this is a first for Notably Disney: an episode dedicated to Disney poetry. Today on Notably Disney is the Nebraska State Poet and author of a new title published by The Old Mill Press. Matt Mason’s book At the Corner of Fantasy And Main: Disneyland, Midlife and Churros features an array of poems centered around The Happiest Place on Earth. Matt converses with host Brett Nachman to discuss his unique journey in crafting this release and what readers can expect. He even shares several of his poems during the recording for listeners' enjoyment.

Learn more about Matt's work by visiting his Facebook page (Nebraska Poet Matt Mason) or his website (Matt.Midverse.com). You can purchase a copy of At the Corner of Fantasy and Main on The Old Mill Press website.

Feel free to follow Brett on Twitter (@bnachmanreports), subscribe to the podcast, and send your feedback to [email protected]

New episodes of Notably Disney debut on the first and third Tuesday of every month.