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Welcome to the '90s!

Chip 'n Dale are back and better than ever in this new film brought directly to Disney+. We were excited to sit down and tell you all about it. Craig and Vanessa from Beyond the Mouse were also joined on this review by Mike Wennmacher, known locally to the Springfield area through his work with Mid-West Family Broadcasting. The three chat about the awesome cameos and Easter eggs, as well as the voice-acting and how the screenwriters were able to tie all of it together. The first few minutes are a spoiler-free overview followed by all the juicy details of Rescue Rangers.

FEATURING: Craig McFarland, Vanessa Ferguson, Mike Wennmacher

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"Everybody got help from someone…"

We were recently invited to a press junket where Academy Award Nominee Donald Mowat was talking about his recent hair and make-up design for Moon Knight on Disney+. We had a few minutes to chat with Donald about his process, and how he went about preparing for his opportunity in the MCU. We do sneak in a question about his recent Academy Award nomination for his work on Dune.

FEATURING: Craig McFarland

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"Literally we can't let Brett keep winning these. Please, help."

This past weekend, we were LIVE on the Creator Stage at Fan Expo St. Louis. We decided what is geekier then three hosts doing a 90's character draft. The rules are simple, the character had to appear in a Disney property in the 90s. Three hosts enter the stage, only one left victorious. You listener may right the wrong done in St. Louis. Join the Beyond the Mouse Podcast Pals Facebook group to vote in our listener poll of the episode.

FEATURING: Brett Rutherford, Craig McFarland

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The Marvel Cinematic Universe continues to chug along with the release of their latest box-office busting hit Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. Dr Stephen Strange casts a forbidden spell that opens a portal to the multiverse. However, a threat emerges that may be too big for his team to handle. Alex Orona of Super GG Radio and Editor-In-Chief Jeremy Goeckner break down all of the biggest moments and discuss where the MCU goes from here.

Meet me in St. Louis! Craig was given the great opportunity to speak with director/podcaster Kevin Smith. The two speak about Kevin's experience at comic conventions ahead of his appearance this weekend at FanExpo St. Louis. Kevin and Jay Mewes will have a special show Saturday night after the comic con wraps up for the day. Craig also asks Kevin about his upcoming comic line Secret Stash Press with Dark Horse Comics coming out this fall. It is a really fun conversation in preparation to what will be an excellent weekend!

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Front Row Classics is thrilled to bring you a special conversation with Mr. Michael Feinstein. Michael is a renowned pianist, singer and historian. He's also the definitive Ambassador for the Great American Songbook.

The interview includes discussion on his personal relationships with some of the greatest contributors to Twentieth Century popular music, including Ira Gershwin and Rosemary Clooney. Brandon and Michael also discuss well-known and not so well-known movie musicals.

Michael also takes time to mention some of his latest projects. These include upcoming shows celebrating Judy Garland's 100th birthday & his newest album, Gershwin Country.

For information about upcoming performance dates, you can visit michaelfeinstein.com.

Christian Blauvelt returns to Front Row Classics to celebrate one of the greatest homefront films of World War II. Brandon and Christian discuss 1943's The Human Comedy. The movie, based on an original screenplay by William Saroyan, was made at the peak of MGM's powers during the days of the studio system. Mickey Rooney delivers an Oscar nominated performance alongside a top notch ensemble cast. The film is a perfect mix of sentimentality and the reality of war on the homefront. Both Brandon and Christian hope this dicussion will lead listeners to re-discover this underappreciated gem.

Christian Blauvelt is an entertainment journalist, who serves as the managing editor of leading film and TV industry website IndieWire. He regularly appears on CBS New York to give previews of upcoming films and awards season analysis; has hosted films on Turner Classic Movies; and has presented at South by Southwest and San Diego Comic-Con. Blauvelt is the author of books including, "Hollywood Victory" from TCM and Running Press. He lives in New York City.

May the Fourth be with you!

The Halcyon Five are back in the thrilling conclusion to their Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser journey. We hope you celebrate this Star Wars Day responsibly, by booking a stay off world near Walt Disney World!

FEATURING: Brett Rutherford, Alexa Giacomini, Brittney McLaughlin, Tyler Dobson and Beckham Stewart

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