On this episode, I am joined by Dr. Christopher Tremblay to talk about his fandom and his class Walt's Pilgrimage, in which he takes college students on a roadtrip to visit some of the important places in Walt Disney's life. This was a fun visit and video is available at https://youtu.be/TCTewoojbsU. You can reach Dr. Tremblay at www.WaltsPilgrimage.com and purchase his book Walt's Pilgrimage at https://a.co/d/de863F4https://a.co/d/de863F4. Thank you for listening and I hope you enjoy!

Being a Fan of Disney: The Book is available on Amazon in Kindle, Paperback, and Hardback versions, with an Audible version forthcoming. The book is available at ⁠https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CM427LF3/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1698697971&sr=8-1⁠. This has been a passion project of mine for a long time and I am very happy it is available to fellow Disney fans! I hope you enjoy and please engage with the book and activities on www.SharedPerspectives.org. 

The Perspectives Files, about two teenagers that learn they are part of an organization charged with protecting the world's future by monitoring and learning from people's decisions, is available on Kindle Vella at ⁠https://www.amazon.com/kindle-vella/story/B0CLKW7KB1⁠. 

You can follow along with the class, podcast, Take 1 episodes, and interviews/visits by subscribing to the show wherever you get your podcasts, following me on Twitter/X @chavardphd, joining the Facebook public group @BeingaFanofDisney, and by visiting www.SharedPerspectives.org. 

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In this episode, I am joined by Noah Gittell, author of Baseball: The Movie, to discuss one of my passions along with Disney; the baseball movie! His book details major baseball movies throughout movie history and what those movies meant to viewers and greater society. This was a great conversation, and video of this interview is available at . You can reach Noah and read about his book and projects at www.NoahGittell.com and purchase Baseball: The Movie at https://a.co/d/2S7gKFH. I hope you enjoy and thank you for listening!

Being a Fan of Disney: The Book is available on Amazon in Kindle, Paperback, and Hardback versions, with an Audible version forthcoming. The book is available at ⁠https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CM427LF3/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1698697971&sr=8-1⁠. This has been a passion project of mine for a long time and I am very happy it is available to fellow Disney fans! I hope you enjoy and please engage with the book and activities on www.SharedPerspectives.org. 

The Perspectives Files, about two teenagers that learn they are part of an organization charged with protecting the world's future by monitoring and learning from people's decisions, is available on Kindle Vella at ⁠https://www.amazon.com/kindle-vella/story/B0CLKW7KB1⁠. 

You can follow along with the class, podcast, Take 1 episodes, and interviews/visits by subscribing to the show wherever you get your podcasts, following me on Twitter/X @chavardphd, joining the Facebook public group @BeingaFanofDisney, and by visiting www.SharedPerspectives.org. 

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In this Take 1 Episode I share a reading of Ch. 25 from 'The Perspectives Files' where the protagonists visit 1962 Disneyland to learn about Walt Disney's attempts to compete with Universal City Studios for consumer entertainment. This book has been a lot of fun to write, and is a way for me to share how important group behavior is to understanding our society.

Being a Fan of Disney: The Book is available on Amazon in Kindle, Paperback, and Hardback versions, with an Audible version forthcoming. The book is available at ⁠https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CM427LF3/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1698697971&sr=8-1⁠. This has been a passion project of mine for a long time and I am very happy it is available to fellow Disney fans! I hope you enjoy and please engage with the book and activities on www.SharedPerspectives.org. 

The Perspectives Files, about two teenagers that learn they are part of an organization charged with protecting the world's future by monitoring and learning from people's decisions, is available on Kindle Vella at ⁠https://www.amazon.com/kindle-vella/story/B0CLKW7KB1⁠. 

You can follow along with the class, podcast, Take 1 episodes, and interviews/visits by subscribing to the show wherever you get your podcasts, following me on Twitter/X @chavardphd, joining the Facebook public group @BeingaFanofDisney, and by visiting www.SharedPerspectives.org. 

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In this episode, Professor Barbara Burgess-Lefebvre talks with us about her fandom, her Disney course at Robert Morris University, her work with Disney Musicals in Schools, and a project she conducted about guest immersion at the Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World! It was a very fun and informational discussion about how immersed guests feel they are at WDW, factors that help and constrain immersion, and the future of the guest experience. Video of this video is available at https://youtu.be/qvC1A44akMc. You can engage with Professor Burgess-Lefebvre via email barbaraannlefebvre@gmail.com. 

You can keep up with the class, podcast, and interviews/visits by following my Twitter @chavardphd. You can follow along with the class by joining the Facebook public group @Being a Fan of Disney. This was a lot of fun and thank you for listening. Please let me know your thoughts on this and other shows. And...

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Roger Palmer of www.WhatsOnDisneyPlus.com joins us again to talk about Disney+ at the age of 2! He shares his thoughts on the performance of Disney+, and ideas for carrying the service into year 3 and beyond. The video of the visit is available at https://youtu.be/By3a-jv5Ddw. If you want to engage with Roger, you can do so at www.WhatsOnDisneyPlus.com. 

You can keep up with the class, podcast, and interviews/visits by following my Twitter @chavardphd. You can follow along with the class by joining the Facebook public group @Being a Fan of Disney. This was a lot of fun, and thank you for listening. Please let me know your thoughts on this and other shows. And...

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This episode features a class discussion and vote about the Best/Favorite WDW Attraction. This was a fun class discussion and see where your favorite attraction shows up! 

You can keep up with the class, podcast, and interviews/visits by following my Twitter @chavardphd. You can follow along with the class by joining the Facebook public group @BeingaFanofDisney. Thank you for listening and please let me know your thoughts on this and other shows! Please come along with us on our adventure!

In this episode, former Imagineer Brian Collins joins us for the FIFTH time(!!!) to give a tour of the Magic Kingdom! It was great to see and hear about the hidden details of the Magic Kingdom. Video of this visit is available at https://youtu.be/bglGqBu3Now. You can engage with Brian Collins through wwwWDWithme.com, or on Facebook @TheMouseandtheImagineer and @EducatorsWhoLoveDisney. 

You can keep up with the class, podcast, and interviews/visits by following my Twitter @chavardphd. You can follow along with the class by joining the Facebook public group @BeingaFanofDisney. Thank you for listening and please let me know your thoughts on this and other shows! Please come along with us on our adventure!

Matthew Krul joins the class to discuss his fandom, journey as a cast member, and his Imagineer Podcast! Matthew was kind enough to answer many questions I had about Imagineering, and discuss the past, present, and future of theme parks and themed entertainment! It was a great time and I hope you enjoy! The video of this visit is available at https://youtu.be/_owLHC3f8yE. You can engage with Matthew by visiting www.ImagineerPodcast.com. 

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In this episode, we talk with Reed Tucker, author of 'Slugfest: Inside the Epic 50-year Battle between Marvel and DC'. We discuss his fandom, his introduction to the comic genre, writing about the rivalry between Marvel and DC, and his views of the current and future of the superhero genre in popular culture. The video is available at https://youtu.be/Xs0AXdXaoXI. You can engage with Reed on Twitter @reed_tucker. 

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This episode features a class discussion and vote the Fall 2021 class had about the Best/Favorite Disney/Pixar Movie! This was a lot of fun and everyone really enjoyed the discussion!

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This episode is a class discussion of the Disney movies produced by the company and its subsidiaries from 1937 onward. It includes a discussion of what the future of entertainment and theatrical releases may look like. 

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This episode features the discussion and vote the Fall 2021 Being a Fan of Disney class had regarding the Best/Favorite MCU Character and the Best/Favorite MCU Movie! Be sure to check back for our discussion and votes regarding Best/Favorite Disney Attraction and Best/Favorite Disney Movie in the coming months. 

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Lisa DiNoto Glassner of TheCastleRun.com stops by to talk with us again about her journey as an entrepreneur. We discuss her insights and advice for anyone wanting to start a business. It is always great to have Lisa talk with the class and podcast and it was a very fun conversation! The video of this visit is available at https://youtu.be/OP4vIc7HzTQ. You can engage with Lisa via email at Lisa@TheCastleRun.com, on Instagram @TheCastleRunner, on Facebook by following her page @The Castle Run, joining her group @The Castle Run Community, and @Lisa DiNoto Glassner, and view her site and merchandise at www.TheCastleRun.com. 

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In this episode, I am joined by Author Scott McCormick, who wrote 'Rivals!', and other Audible originals. We talk about his writing process, writing scripts for Audible, and his approach to writing fiction and non-fiction books. This was a lot of fun, and video of the visit is available at https://youtu.be/cw8cRrURAIo?si=pg2oNbzxAbcRLKZH.

You can reach Scott through social media and his website www.ScottMcCormickOnlline.com. You can purchase his books from Amazon at https://www.audible.com/author/Scott-McCormick/B00GRLRJ9Q.

Being a Fan of Disney: The Book is available on Amazon in Kindle, Paperback, and Hardback versions, with an Audible version forthcoming. The book is available at ⁠https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CM427LF3/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1698697971&sr=8-1⁠. This has been a passion project of mine for a long time and I am very happy it is available to fellow Disney fans! I hope you enjoy and please engage with the book and activities on www.SharedPerspectives.org. 

The Perspectives Files, about two teenagers that learn they are part of an organization charged with protecting the world's future by monitoring and learning from people's decisions, is available on Kindle Vella at ⁠https://www.amazon.com/kindle-vella/story/B0CLKW7KB1⁠. 

You can follow along with the class, podcast, Take 1 episodes, and interviews/visits by subscribing to the show wherever you get your podcasts, following me on Twitter/X @chavardphd, joining the Facebook public group @BeingaFanofDisney, and by visiting www.SharedPerspectives.org. 

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In this episode, Lisa DiNoto Glassner of TheCastleRun.com, Ryan Boeckman of the My Disney Classroom Podcast, Dr. Jaime Williams (JamieWilliams@tntech.edu), and Sarah Beals Sager of SlightlyProblematic.net return to share their reactions and views of the MCU shows on Disney+! We discuss the Disney+ shows WandaVision, The Falcon and The Winter Soldier, and Loki, along with the release of Black Widow, and how the themes and stories of each project have impacted the MCU and Marvel fans. Video of this panel is available at https://youtu.be/-ikXfMFmfQY. You can engage with any of the panelists using the hyperlinks provided above.

If you want more information about the MCU Character project the panelists discussed, the public paper, assignment, and summary video are available below:

- Public Paper

- Assignment

- Summary Video

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John Saccheri of BigFatPanda.com stops by to talk with us again about his fandom, pivoting during the pandemic, and how he things Disney handled parks closures, fan engagement, and other things during the pandemic. It is always fun talking with John and this was a really great conversation. Video of the visit is available at https://youtu.be/5ubmrPlJ_Yg. You can engage with John and find his social media content and merchandise at www.BigFatPanda.com.  

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Michael Ruffin of The Moving Platform joins the class again to discuss his two ideas for a 5th Gate at WDW! We discuss his ideas for a Villains Park and a Marvel Park (caveat that one can be built with all Marvel characters in Florida)! We also talk about his upcoming project Just Another Movie Podcast. The video of the interview is available at https://youtu.be/8hdMHQ2KACQ. You can engage with Michael on YouTube and social media using @TheMovingPlatform. This was a lot of fun, and the first time we tried this type of brainstorming session so I hope you enjoy it!

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Lou Prosperi, author of mutliple books about Walt Disney Imagineering, joins the class to discuss his fandom and how the principles of Imagineering can be utilized in business and everyday settings. Lou discusses his three books (here), future projects, and impressions of some of the Imagineer's projects in the Disney Parks. The video of the interview is available at https://youtu.be/Fk9habR7yrU. You can engage with Lou via Facebook and Twitter @LouProsperi and through his blog www.ImagineeringToolbox.Wordpress.com. This was a lot of fun, and I hope you enjoy it!

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In this episode, we visit with Michael Crawford, author of 'The Progress City Primer' and co-host of the podcast 'The Progress City Primer Radio Hour'. We discuss his research on the Walt Disney Company and his book about behind-the-scenes stories and details covering a large swath of Disney fandom. The video of this visit is available at https://youtu.be/OBX0bjvjvvM. Michael can be reached on Twitter @ProgressCityUSA and his podcast 'The Progress City Radio Hour' is available on popular hosting platforms. This was a lot of fun, and I hope you enjoy it!

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In our 50th episode, Dr. Carissa Baker, theme park researcher and expert, visits with the class again to discuss her impressions of the Disney Parks around the World! Having traveled to all six parks, Dr. Baker discusses the similarities and differences among the parks from ownership models, cultural considerations, to favorite versions of well-known attractions. The video of the visit is available at https://youtu.be/Tu4wramrjJI. You can engage with Dr. Baker on LinkedIn or via email at Carissa.baker@ucf.edu. 

You can keep up with the class, podcast, and interviews/visits by following my Twitter @chavardphd. You can follow along with the class by joining the Facebook public group @BeingaFanofDisney. Thank you for listening and please let me know your thoughts on this and other shows! Please come along with us on our adventure!

This episode features a class discussion and vote on the Spring 2021 Best/Favorite Disney Movie! See where your favorite movies end up in the vote! This episode published with permission. 

You can keep up with the class, podcast, and interviews/visits by following me on Twitter @chavardphd. You can follow along with the class by joining the Facebook public group @BeingaFanofDisney. Thank you for listening and please let me know your thoughts on this and other shows!

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This episode features a discussion of an analysis about competition and rivalry among streaming services brands. In particular, we discuss how competition can influence intellectual property and original content, and the future of home and movie theater entertainment. The video of this presentation is available at https://youtu.be/s17Gmuf74HQ.

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In this episode, Sarah Beals Sager visits the class to discuss her expertise in film induced tourism. Specifically, we talk about her Master's Thesis about consumption and identification with the Western genre, projects that have been slightly problematic and how The Walt Disney Company is doing moving forward trying to be more inclusive in storytelling, and finally how the lands themed after intellectual property in the Disney Parks constitute film induced tourism. The video of the visit is available at https://youtu.be/RT8KENyYoKM. You can engage with Sarah through her website www.SlighltyProblematic.net, and on social media @sltprbdotnet. 

You can keep up with the class, podcast, and interviews/visits by following my Twitter @chavardphd. You can follow along with the class by joining the Facebook public group @BeingaFanofDisney. Thank you for listening and please let me know your thoughts on this and other shows! Please come along with us on our adventure! 

This episode features a class discussion and vote on the Spring 2021 Best/Favorite MCU Character and Movie! See where your favorite characters and movies end up in the vote! You can follow along with the bracket at . This episode published with permission. 

You can keep up with the class, podcast, and interviews/visits by following me on Twitter @chavardphd. You can follow along with the class by joining the Facebook public group @BeingaFanofDisney. Thank you for listening and please let me know your thoughts on this and other shows!

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In this Take 1 Episode, I discuss the NBA's new media rights deal, and Disney's invovevment in the future of the league. I also talk about how Disney's involvement in the 1960 Winter Olympics led to the popular Country Bears Jamboree attraction in the parks.

Being a Fan of Disney: The Book is available on Amazon in Kindle, Paperback, and Hardback versions, with an Audible version forthcoming. The book is available at ⁠https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CM427LF3/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1698697971&sr=8-1⁠. This has been a passion project of mine for a long time and I am very happy it is available to fellow Disney fans! I hope you enjoy and please engage with the book and activities on www.SharedPerspectives.org. 

The Perspectives Files, about two teenagers that learn they are part of an organization charged with protecting the world's future by monitoring and learning from people's decisions, is available on Kindle Vella at https://www.amazon.com/kindle-vella/story/B0CLKW7KB1.

You can follow along with the class, podcast, Take 1 episodes, and interviews/visits by subscribing to the show wherever you get your podcasts, following me on Twitter/X @chavardphd, joining the Facebook public group @BeingaFanofDisney, and by visiting www.SharedPerspectives.org. 

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This episode features a class discussion and vote on the Spring 2021 Best/Favorite WDW Attraction! See how your favorite attraction faired in the class vote and you can follow along with the bracket at . This episode published with permission. 

You can keep up with he class, podcast, and interviews/visits by following me on Twitter @chavardphd. You can follow along with the class by joining the Facebook public group @BeingaFanofDisney. Thank you for listening and please let me know your thoughts on this and other shows!

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Michael Ruffin visits with the class to talk about his fandom and work producing The Moving Platform videos, podcast, and social media content. Michael also talks about fan theories, from their popularity, to them being used to engage with fans. Michael also shares with us his about his ideas for blue-sky ideas and attractions in the Disney Parks, and his ideas for a 'Fifth Gate'. Video of the visit is available at https://youtu.be/2f7Q60g7tQA. You can engage with Michael on social media using the extension @TheMovingPlatform. 

You can keep up with the class, podcast, and interviews/visits by following me on Twitter @chavardphd. You can follow along with the class by joining the Facebook public group @BeingaFanofDisney. Thank you for listening and please let me know your thoughts on this an others shows! 

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Brian Collins makes a fourth appearance in the class, this time to give us an Imagineers perspective tour of Hollywood Studios! Brian lands and starts the visit on Batuu, where he talks about Galaxy's Edge and the immersion of Hollywood Studios. He takes us on a walking tour through Toy Story Land and around other areas of interest in the park. The video of this visit is available at . You can engage with Brian through www.WDWithme.com, or on Facebook @TheMouseandtheImagineer and @EducatorsWhoLoveDisney.

You can keep up with the class, podcast, and interviews/visits by following my Twitter @chavardphd. You can follow along with the class by joining the Facebook public group @BeingaFanofDisney. Thank you for listening and please let me know your thoughts on this and other shows! Please come along with us on our adventure! 

Beci Mahnken of MEI and Mouse Fan Travel joins the class to talk about her fandom, transition into the travel industry, focusing on Disney Vacations, and her impressions of how the pandemic will impact travel. We also discussed what makes Disney a destination for many travelers and our appreciation for WandaVision and the Marvel Cinematic Universe! Video of the interview is available at https://youtu.be/LDdr8J5yI6A. You can engage with Beci on social media @BeciMahnken!

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Greg Heilman of Heilman & Haver visits with the class again, this time about Disney musicals. We discuss musicals on the stage, screen, television, in the parks and on the cruise ships. We also talk about the impact of Disney+ on the musical theater fan and general consumer. Video of the visit is available at https://youtu.be/B-lhN0LYGcg. You can engage with Greg on social media @Heilman&Haver and by email at HeilmanandHaver@gmail.com. 

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Brian Collins joins the class for a third time to discuss his background in themed entertainment and his work as a former Imagineer for the Walt Disney Company. Brian regularly joins the class to take us on a tour of Disney Parks from an Imagineers perspective, and it was really fun to be able to talk to him about his background and career. The video of the interview is available at https://youtu.be/nfTevgxth8o. You can engage with Brian through www.WDWithme.com, or on Facebook @TheMouseandtheImagineer and @EducatorswhoLoveDisney.

You can keep us with the class, podcast, and interviews/visits by following my Twitter @chavardphd. You can follow along with the class by joining the Facebook public group @BeingaFanofDisney. Thank you for listening and please let me know your thoughts on this and other shows! 

Sean Gerber of the MCU Fan Show and Fan Show Biz joins the class again to discuss competition among streaming services and how they will impact the future of consumer entertainment, both in-home and the theater experience. The video of the visit is available at https://youtu.be/2x2lr-0tXzg. You can follow Sean on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook @MrSeanGerber and @MCUFanShow to learn more about him and his work! 

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Dr. Nettie Brock, assistant professor of communication at Morehead State University visited with the class to discuss the phenomena of cosplaying and bounding. She discussed why people start cosplaying and bounding, what they receive from the activities, and what how the two impact our larger society. The video of the visit is available at https://youtu.be/AWUdvk6_amk. You can engage with Dr. Brock via email at nbrock@moreheadstate.edu, Twitter @one_onlynettieb, and Instagram @QueenNettieBofArendale. 

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Jaime Williams, instructor and doctoral candidate in the business school at The University of Mississippi, joins the class to discuss how she uses Disney to help teach her students about Human Resources and Employee Relations. We discuss the various ways that we use Disney in the classroom, and what make Disney ideal and ideal learning resource. The video of the visit is available at https://youtu.be/ajhhrP11lbY. If you want to contact Jaime, you can do so via email at jwilliams@bus.olemiss.edu. 

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This episode features a presentation I gave as part of the Themed Experience and Attractions Academic Symposium Lecture Series. The project addresses how fans of Disney reacted and coped to the closures of the parks and resorts, and then phased reopening of some of those parks and resorts. The Video of this episode is available at https://youtu.be/YzkW3bZXS3w. 

You can keep up with the class, podcast, and interviews/visits by following my Twitter @chavardphd. You can follow along with the class on Facebook by joining the public group @Being a Fan of Disney. Thank you for listening!

This episode features a reading of the article I published with Dr. Amy M. Davis in the special issue of Alphaville about Disney at 100 years. This was a fun paper to write and read, and I hope you enjoy! Being a Fan of Disney: The Book is available on Amazon in Kindle, Paperback, and Hardback versions, with an Audible version forthcoming. The book is available at ⁠https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CM427LF3/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1698697971&sr=8-1⁠. This has been a passion project of mine for a long time and I am very happy it is available to fellow Disney fans! I hope you enjoy and please engage with the book and activities on www.SharedPerspectives.org. You can follow along with the class, podcast, Take 1 episodes, and interviews/visits by subscribing to the show wherever you get your podcasts, following me on Twitter/X @chavardphd, joining the Facebook public group @BeingaFanofDisney, and by visiting www.SharedPerspectives.org. Thank you for listening and please let me know your thoughts on this and other shows. And... Please come along with us on our adventure!

Dr. Howie DiBlasi of My Disney Class Podcast and PD Magic visited with us about his Disney fandom and several projects he is involved with regarding educational technology. We spoke about his background in technology, and how it has influenced his work with teaching educators what goes into the magic behind Walt Disney World! The video of this visit is available at https://youtu.be/-dYH9sHzJ88. You can contact Howie, you can do so through the Facebook page @Educators Who Love Disney, via email at howie@frontier.net and MyDisneyClass@gmail.com, and by following his writing on WDW FanZone. 

You can keep up with the class, podcast, and interviews/visits by following my Twitter @chavardphd. You can follow along with the class by joining the Facebook public group @Being a Fan of Disney. Thank you for listening and please let me know your thoughts on this and other shows!

Roger Palmer of www.WhatsOnDisneyPlus.com visited with us about his Disney fandom and the Disney+ streaming service! He talked about how the streaming service has performed over its first year, how it has impacted the entertainment industry, and looked ahead to the future of Disney+. The video of this visit is available at https://youtu.be/RzRXiY2SIFI. If you want to engage with Roger, you can do so at www.WhatsOnDisneyPlus.com. 

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In this episode, we follow a discussion I had with the class in January 2019 about the history of the Walt Disney Company and Walter E. Disney. the video of this episode is available at https://youtu.be/QojCApVoYEY.

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Ray Eddy, former cast member and stunt professional, visited with us about his journey to choosing his profession, working for the Walt Disney Company, and teaching Entertainment Management at the University of Central Florida. Ray worked as stunt coordinator and actor in shows like Fantasmic! and Lights, Motors, Action!, in addition to playing the title role in the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular! Ray was gracious enough to speak to us about his journey and career, and answer many questions I had about my favorite show attraction. The video of the visit is available at https://youtu.be/OskSY8vhQ6c. If you want to engage with Ray, you can reach him at Ray.Eddy@UCF.edu.

You can keep up with the class, podcast, and interviews/visits by following my Twitter @chavardphd. You can follow along with the class by joining the Facebook public group @Beign a Fan of Disney. Thank you for listening and please let me know your thoughts for this and other shows!

Matt Dobrovolsky, Walt Disney World cast member and founder of DarthVader92, visited with us today about his fandom and journey to working in Galaxy's Edge at Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World! Matt also humored me by answering many Star Wars questions and talking about the future of the franchise. The video of the visit is available at https://youtu.be/T9ZhfvjzUU4. If you want to engage with Matt, you can follow him on Twitter and YouTube using @DarthVader92!

The opinions expressed are personal and do not reflect the Walt Disney Company. 

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This episode features a presentation I developed from an essay I wrote on using the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) to help students acclimate to their college environment. We focus on the similarities between college campuses and the Avengers Campus, nine characters within the MCU, and applicable lessons each character and their story arcs can offer. The video of the presentation is available at https://youtu.be/r2HdkHW_lEM. The information in the presentation is also applicable to non-college students as well. I had a lot of fun with this project and I hope you find joy and inspiration in it! Please let me know what MCU character(s) you identify with or draw inspiration from and also any characters or characteristics that maybe were not included in the presentation on social media (Twitter and Facebook information below). The full paper can be accessed at ------. 

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Jeremy Goff of GoffStock Music and D-Signs visits with the class about his Disney fandom and creative works during the quarantine! He talks about his weekly GoffStock Music show every Friday night on Facebook, and his creations of replica attraction signs and shadowboxes under his D-Signs brand. The video of the visit is available at https://youtu.be/5X0J9wr-7Rk. You can engage with Jeremy on Facebook @GoffStockMusic. 

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Victor Nawrocki, a realtor specializing in properties around Walt Disney World, visited with the class about his fandom and business. He discussed "Dressing Disney", and how it has impacted his engagement with others on social media and in his realty business. The video of the interview is available at https://youtu.be/CzfjWtbruGs. You can follow Victor by visiting the page www.DisneyatYourDoorstep.com, and by following him on Facebook in the public group @I Spotted Victor at Disney!

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Stan Solo joined the class to discuss his fandom of Disney, how he got into going to Disney on solo trips, and his podcasts and content platforms he produces. He currently hosts The Solo Show, and co-hosts the Grand Circle Tour Podcast, WompRatRadio, and Disney Night Live. The video of the interview/visit is available at https://youtu.be/N2BFsJiHnCQ. You can also connect with Stan on Facebook (@StanSolo), and find his great work at the links below:

- The Solo Show - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-solo-show/id1482077428 

- Grand Circle Tour Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grand-circle-tour-podcast/id1357955759 

- WompRatRadio - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wompratradio/id1450881285

- Disney Night Live - Facebook - @NowThatsDisney

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Sean LaRochelle joins the class to discuss his Disney fandom, his undergraduate thesis on the feasibility of EPCOT, and his quarantine project! We spend time talking Sean thesis was on the feasibility of EPCOT as a living/working community, then discuss his process of designing and building a roller coaster on his property inspired by the Matterhorn Bobsleds at Disneyland. The video of the visit is available at https://youtu.be/zhbmBQZrBgk. The video of Sean's ride is available at https://youtu.be/pHLW0olSXOI. You can contact Sean at disneytecture@gmail.com. 

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In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Amy Davis from University of Hull and Helen Haswell from Queens University, Belfast to discuss a special issue of 'Alphaville' they co-edited on Disney at 100 years. We discuss their fandoms, their research areas, and preview the eight articles in the special issue. This was a very fun visit and video of it is available at https://youtu.be/tzrFUoa6CBQ?si=VLJ6ekUK6bbia40K. The special issue can be accessed at https://www.alphavillejournal.com/Issue27.html. You can reach Dr. Amy Davis at a.davis@hull.ac.uk and Dr. Helen Haswell at h.haswell@qub.ac.uk. Thank you and I hope you enjoy!

Being a Fan of Disney: The Book is available on Amazon in Kindle, Paperback, Hardback, and Audible versions at ⁠https://a.co/d/j03Qev3⁠. This has been a passion project of mine for a long time and I am very happy that it is now available for others to read! I hope you enjoy and please engage with the book and activities on ⁠www.SharedPerspectives.org⁠. 

I also want to announce a new project I am working on '⁠The Perspectives Files⁠' that is available by episodes on Kindle Vella. This is a way for me to write about the importance of people's perspectives and the research that I do in a fun and entertaining way. Please visit ⁠Kindle Vella⁠ to read this young adult novel as it is being produced and let me know your thoughts on the story. You may also recognize some of the characters in the book from Being a Fan of Disney: The Podcast!

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This episode features a talk I gave as part of the 'Last Lecture Series' at The University of Memphis, sponsored by the Helen Hardin Honors College. In the talk, I discuss my journey to accepting and celebrating the fact that I am a life-long learner, with the help of popular characters like Thor, Star Lord, Dr. Strange, and Owl from Winnie the Pooh! The video of the talk can be found at https://youtu.be/LzxfXecXilY. 

I hope you enjoy and please communicate with me if you would like hearing more content we cover in class. Videos of class discussions can be found here. 

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Sean Currier joins the class to discuss a wide range of topics, including his fandom and annual Halloween decorations. Each Halloween season, Sean turns his house into a Haunted Mansion walk-through attraction for his neighbors and community. Video of the interview, including a walk-through of the Haunted Mansion house, is available at https://youtu.be/f4VlE7cSuh8. You can engage with Sean, and find updates on the house on Facebook and Instagram at @Haunted Mansion Halloween.

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In this episode, students from the Fall 2020 'Being a Fan of Disney' class vote on the Best/Favorite Disney Movie! The video of the discussion and vote is available at https://youtu.be/lcmJRyekrBo. 

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