Halloweentown Interview: Kimberly J. Brown & Daniel Kountz

IT'S A VIBE... IT'S A FEELING...The whole world can't get enough of the dance scenes from Descendants: Wicked Wonderland and this week I’m joined by the incredible choreographer behind it all, Emilio Dosal!From Wicked and In the Heights to Sneakerella and now the newest chapter of the Descendants franchise, Emilio has helped bring some of our favorite stories to life through unforgettable movement.We talk about collaborating with creative powerhouses like Jon M. Chu and Lin-Manuel Miranda, honoring Kenny Ortega's legendary legacy, all while creating something new for the next generation, plus, why it feels like dance is making a major comeback in Disney storytelling.

This week, we are beyond honored to be joined by one of the legends behind Disney Channel’s most iconic era… Emmy-nominated television producer, screenwriter, filmmaker, and the creator of That’s So Raven and Hannah Montana... Michael Poryes.These are two shows that shaped pop culture, defined a generation, and changed Disney Channel forever. From casting Raven-Symoné and building one of Disney’s most beloved sitcoms, to discovering Miley Cyrus and tailoring Hannah Montana around her star power, Michael takes us behind the scenes of the moments we all grew up with.We talk HM20, Miley’s audition, Billy Ray Cyrus joining the cast, guest stars, and so much more!

Zoom, zoom, zoom… we’re celebrating 25 years of Zenon: The Zequel with none other than the intergalactic superstar himself… Phillip Rhys Chaudhary! From Supernova Girl to The Galaxy Is Ours, we’re diving into the music that defined a generation, the making of one of Disney Channel’s most iconic rockstars, and how Proto Zoa became a larger-than-life fan favorite. Phillip also shares behind-the-scenes stories from set, reflects on the film’s lasting cultural impact, and gives us a look into his incredible career beyond the DCOM universe.Did you also know you can take an acting workshop with Phillip? Check out all the details for the June event here: IG: @ptc_actorsWebsite: ptcactorsworkshop.com 

We’re feeling extra lucky this week! 🍀 Alexis Lopez, who played Bonnie in The Luck of the Irish, joins us to celebrate the DCOM’s 25th anniversary and revisit one of the channel's most beloved early-2000s classics.From the iconic cast to behind-the-scenes memories, we look back on why this fan-favorite film still holds such a special place in Disney history.

The 2026 Winter Olympics are here, so we’re going for gold with the 2005 DCOM classic Go Figure! We’re following Katelin’s journey through figure skating and hockey, reliving the iconic celebrity cameos (shoutout Kristi Yamaguchi), and embracing a full appreciation for beanie babies, glitter, and peak 2000s magic.

We’re continuing our 20th anniversary celebration of High School Musical with actor, podcast host, and true Wildcat icon… Bart Johnson. From Coach Bolton’s most iconic quotes to the fan love that’s only grown over the years, Bart reflects on raising a generation, reconnecting with the cast, and why this role still means so much today. We were so lucky to have this incredible conversation with one of our most-requested guests and the heart of East High. Be sure to check out Bart’s iHeartPodcasts series: Get Your Head In The Game, where he reconnects with HSM cast members, shares behind-the-scenes memories, and gives the ultimate look inside the Disney Channel Original Movie that became a cultural sensation. 

We’re celebrating 20 years of High School Musical with Disney Channel legend, Drew Seeley. Drew reflects on being the singing voice of Troy Bolton, the record-breaking HSM stadium tour, writing the Emmy-nominated “Get’cha Head in the Game,” and releasing a new song as a heartfelt thank you to all HSM fans. He also teases what’s ahead in 2026 and shares whether he’d ever compete for the mirrorball on Dancing With the Stars.Stream Drew’s new song, In This For Life here!

We all know it's not officially spooky-season without watching Halloweentown. We sat down with icons Kimberly J. Brown and Daniel Kountz (AKA Marnie and Kal) to revisit their favorite behind-the-scenes memories, what it was like working with the legendary Debbie Reynolds, and how it feels teaming up again... this time for their brand-new Hallmark film: Haul Out the Halloween. We promise you'll want to add this one to your must-watch fall movie list. Catch it now on Hallmark Channel or stream it on Hallmark+!

**This episode was previously recorded on September 5**This week, we’re rollin’ into the retro lanes and throwing strikes with the swingin’ classic… Alley Cats Strike!We’re talking all things bowling shoes, surprising friendships, and breaking down all the drama that this town puts behind JV sports and apple cider. 

This week we’re swapping bodies (and eras) again with Freakier Friday: the sequel that reunites Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis, brings back the iconic Pink Slip soundtrack, and of course, Chad Michael Murray as the early-2000s heartthrob of our dreams. We're breaking down every chaotic, hilarious, and heartfelt moment and all the millennial nostalgia... yes, that means October 3rd, a wink to Meredith Blake, and the Disney Channel-era magic that defined a generation.**Bonus Jonas**(00:02:02) We’re reliving the history-making Camp Rock reunion with the Jonas Brothers and Demi Lovato at MetLife (yes, it was really good). (00:07:07) Plus, could a Hannah Montana anniversary special really be on the horizon? We’re crossing our fingers for the best of both worlds.