164. Opening of Walt Disney World (1971)

Join J.B. Waggoner and Eddie Ferguson as they dive into the historic 1971 TV special celebrating the opening of Walt Disney World. From the quirks of early TV production to the magic of Julie Andrews and weird Glen Campbell, this episode captures the charm and challenges of this nostalgic piece. Plus, updates on Disney news, movie buzz, and a fun holiday family recap! 00:00 – Intro and childhood Christmas traditions 00:32 – Reviewing the Walt Disney World Opening TV Special 06:39 – Comparing the Disney World and Disneyland opening specials 10:04 – Angela Lansbury, Glen Campbell, and Julie Andrews’ standout moments 16:00 – The Country Bear Jamboree and unique attractions of Disney World 27:00 – Disney news: Mufasa box office, Snow White teaser, and Andor’s production budget 38:00 – Bluey movie announcement and Bluey’s arrival at Disney parks 46:00 – Holiday family stories and Sonic movie plans

Join J.B. Waggoner and Eddie Ferguson as they review Disney’s 1971 classic, Bedknobs and Broomsticks. From the film’s surprising connection to Mary Poppins to Angela Lansbury’s iconic performance, they explore the magic, quirks, and nostalgia surrounding this lesser-known gem. Plus, stay tuned for Disney news, Star Wars updates, and holiday plans! 00:00 – Intro and technical disclaimers 00:40 – How Bedknobs and Broomsticks came to be 06:39 – Comparing it to Mary Poppins 10:04 – Angela Lansbury’s legendary career 16:00 – Reviewing the film’s plot and standout moments 27:00 – Disney news: Moana 2, live-action remakes, and more 38:00 – Star Wars update: Skeleton Crew and other surprises 50:00 – Family updates and holiday plans

Join J.B. Waggoner and Eddie Ferguson for a review of Disney's The Aristocats (1970). They explore the film's quirky characters, jazz influences, and its place in Disney history. Plus, stick around for updates on Disney news, live-action remakes, Star Wars delays, and some exciting family news. 00:00 – Intro and Eddie’s disdain for cats 00:40 – How Eddie’s family surprisingly loved The Aristocats 06:39 – Voice actors from The Jungle Book show up again 10:04 – The history and creation of The Aristocats 16:00 – A review of the plot, villain, and characters 24:42 – Live-action remake plans for The Aristocats 27:00 – Disney+ updates and ESPN integration 38:00 – Star Wars delays and Lucasfilm’s struggles 45:00 – Denzel Washington and Black Panther 3 rumors 46:30 – Eddie’s family welcomes a new furry member

In this episode of Honey, We Made a Disney Podcast, hosts Eddie Ferguson and J.B. Wagner delve into the magic and nostalgia of The Love Bug. (00:42). Alongside Herbie's iconic legacy, Eddie and J.B. dive into Disney's major financial win with the film and discuss its lasting place in Disney history (07:24). In Disney news, they discuss the latest Star Wars news, including a rumored trilogy by Simon Kinberg (32:10), the release date for Andor Season 2 (36:48), and reactions to the new Captain America Brave New World trailer (39:25). Finally, they explore Disney's recent challenges in the political arena (43:30) and wrap up with family stories (47:47).

Join J.B. and Eddie as they dive into Disney’s lesser-known 60s classic, The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes, featuring a young Kurt Russell as a proto-Disney Channel star. From Disney’s cinematic history to wacky plot holes, this episode is packed with laughs, trivia, and heartfelt nostalgia. 00:00 – Intro00:29 – Kurt Russell in The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes01:26 – Early Disney career for Kurt Russell03:10 – Disney’s film shift post-Mary Poppins07:09 – Vintage computers & AI in Disney films12:37 – Wild plot moments and vintage effects21:14 – Favorite scenes & the DIY rescue27:11 – Disney’s vintage plane "Mickey One" 34:07 – Disney news46:07 – John Williams documentary

Episode 159: Reliving The Jungle Book - Honey, We Made a Disney Podcast Step into the jungle with Eddie and J.B. as they dive deep into Disney's 1967 classic, The Jungle Book! Get ready for laughs, nostalgia, and a heartwarming tribute to Walt Disney himself. Listen in as they explore the film’s memorable characters, rich animation, and unforgettable music. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:29 - Today's Feature: "The Jungle Book" review and Walt Disney’s final contributions. 01:12 - Childhood Memories: Was The Jungle Book a favorite growing up? 02:22 - Behind the Scenes: Exploring the abrupt yet fitting ending. 05:18 - Character Analysis: Mowgli’s journey and the iconic personalities around him. 08:03 - Shere Khan’s Presence: The impact of the mysterious antagonist. 10:16 - Music Moments: "The Bare Necessities" vs. "I Wanna Be Like You" – which one wins? 13:57 - Production Journey: How Disney reshaped The Jungle Book from dark to delightful. 24:35 - Walt’s Final Days: Reflections on his legacy and his last film. 28:18 - Animation Legacy: The influence of The Jungle Book on future Disney films. 32:16 - Jungle Book’s Place in Disney Parks: Why are these characters rarely seen? 34:36 - Rating the Classic: Eddie and J.B.’s final score and nostalgia factor. 39:56 - Disney News Round-Up: From Moana 2 to the return of Agatha and Vision in the MCU. 50:43 - Wrap-Up and Outro: Thoughts on The Jungle Book and Disney's timeless magic. Listen to the full episode and relive the adventure of The Jungle Book with us! 🐻🐯🎶

J.B. and Eddie dive deep into one of Disney's most iconic films: Mary Poppins! From Julie Andrews' timeless performance to the groundbreaking special effects, they explore why this film stands as the pinnacle of Disney’s cinematic achievements. They also reminisce about childhood memories tied to the film, discuss the underrepresentation of Mary Poppins in Disney theme parks, and throw in some armchair imagineering with ideas for a perfect park ride. Plus, they share the latest Disney news, including changes at Disney Animation and updates from the Marvel universe. [00:00] - Intro [00:35] - Childhood Connection to the Movie [02:13] - Why Mary Poppins Is the Greatest Disney Movie of All Time [07:02] - The Whimsical Effects and Timeless Magic of the Movie [13:32] - Songs that Stand the Test of Time [21:00] - The Origins of Mary Poppins and Disney’s Fight for the Rights [30:45] - Mary Poppins Returns: A Sequel We Didn’t Need? [35:17] - Why Isn’t There More Mary Poppins in the Disney Parks? [40:19] - Armchair Imagineering: Designing the Perfect Mary Poppins Ride [45:14] - Disney News: Jennifer Lee Steps Down, Moon Knight Season 2 Rumors, and the Upcoming Thunderbolts Movie Tune in as JB and Eddie celebrate the magic and legacy of Mary Poppins, while keeping you updated on all things Disney!

Eddie and J.B. review “The Sword in the Stone” (1963). Walt’s distracted time, Roy almost shutting the animation studio, “The Once And Future King,” Weird Merlin, and in the parks. And in Disney News, a Scarlet Witch standalone movie, Disney-DirecTV feud is over, and The NY Times article with the REST of the story. 00:00 Intro 00:56 Review of “The Sword in the Stone” 25:56 Disney News 46:03 Family Time

Eddie and J.B. review the classic Disney television show, the move from black and white to color, Ludwig van Drake, and incessant autograph sessions. Plus in Disney news, the death of James Earl Jones, LEGO Pixar, Disney Plus live, Spiderman 4 has a director, Disney backtracks wrongful death suit, and Donald duck on Hot Ones. Intro 00:00 Review of "The Wonderful World of Disney" 01:10 Disney News 29:00 Family Story 44:45

00:00 Intro 00:56 Review of Babes in Toyland (1961)  - Hosts Switching places  - Earworms  - The ending battle  - A trippy budgeting song  - Is this a Christmas movie? 29:29 Disney news  - Is Disney finally back at the box office?  - Disney+ is profitable  - Wrongful dead lawsuit  - Fate of The Acolyte season 2  43:54 J.B.'s dad mistake