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Disney Deconstructed Podcast

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A weekly podcast that explores all things Disney, including Parks, TV, Movies and Animation, as well as Marvel and Star Wars.
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Episode 2: "LET'S GO TO THE INTERNET!"

Disney Deconstructed PodcastNov 11, 2018

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"Our Friend Pedro Pascal"
Sep 30, 202050:08
Episode 48: Runaway Railway Is Still Happening!
Sep 15, 202036:23
Episode 47: A Galaxy's Edge Retrospective
Sep 01, 202049:01
Episode 46: "Figment Needs A Little Love"
Aug 24, 202001:20:11
Episode 45: "Eh, Who Cares?"
Aug 18, 202058:39
Episode 44: $29.99 Sure Did Cause A Lot Of Drama!
Aug 10, 202055:24
Episode 43: Too Much Star Wars?

Episode 43: Too Much Star Wars?

The guys are back with a bang while they get you caught up on the past couple months of Disney, Pixar, Marvel and Star Wars movie and TV news! 

Aug 03, 202001:31:14
Episode 42: "We're Back! (And So Are Our Pets)"
Jul 27, 202001:08:31
Episode 41: “Things Are Open!” - Feat. Tobias Lerman Matonte

Episode 41: “Things Are Open!” - Feat. Tobias Lerman Matonte

With special Guest and Disney aficionado Tobias Lerman Matonte the guys discuss the opening of Disneyland Shanghai, Universal Orlando’s City Walk, Disney Springs, as well as some Disney+ news!

May 18, 202001:11:03
Episode 40: "The Glue" - Feat. Joseph Johnson

Episode 40: "The Glue" - Feat. Joseph Johnson

In this special 40th episode, Lain, Jake, and Spencer are joined by special guest Joseph Johnson, and discuss the reopening of Disney Parks and take part in a challenge to create each of their dream Disney parks.

May 11, 202001:44:60
May The 4th Star Wars Holiday Special

May The 4th Star Wars Holiday Special

On this very special day the guys celebrate their beloved Star Wars franchise by watching what might be the worst thing ever made. 

May 04, 202024:39
Episode 38: "Lain Can't Talk"

Episode 38: "Lain Can't Talk"

Lain, Jake, and Spencer discuss the newly announced movie release date changes, play an extinct attraction rating game, and go into plenty of movie and park-related rants.

Apr 27, 202001:35:42
Episode 37: "I Only Want The Josh Gad Scenes" - feat. Preston Moore

Episode 37: "I Only Want The Josh Gad Scenes" - feat. Preston Moore

Lain, Jake, Spencer, and special guest Preston Moore speculate on the state of Walt Disney World's 50th Anniversary in light of COVID-19, talk about Bob Iger stepping back into his former CEO responsibilities, and profess their undying love for America's sweetheart, Josh Gad.

Apr 21, 202001:53:27
Episode 36: "Can Robin Hood PLEASE Be The Next Sonic?"
Apr 13, 202001:10:35
Episode 35: "Artemis Party Fowl"

Episode 35: "Artemis Party Fowl"

Lain, Jake, and Spencer discuss the recently announced slate of Disney movie release dates, lightly trash Ron Howard, and share their picks of the week!
Apr 06, 202001:05:14
Episode 34: "This Mega Sucks"

Episode 34: "This Mega Sucks"

Lain, Jake, and Spencer discuss the indefinite closure of the Disney parks, newly added Disney+ content, the rumored spread of virtual cues, and more!
Mar 30, 202001:19:41
Episode 33: "We're Back & The World's On Fire!"

Episode 33: "We're Back & The World's On Fire!"

In the early days of America's COVID-19 lockdown, Lain, Jake, and Spencer try to brighten the mood while discussing the state of the Disney Cruise Line, Disney+, Tokyo Disneyland's upcoming additions, a new show schedule, and much, much more!
Mar 23, 202001:06:00
Episode 32: "Into the Chapek Woods"

Episode 32: "Into the Chapek Woods"

Lain and Spencer discuss the stepping down of Disney's CEO, Bob Iger, and the differing opinions of his appointed replacement, Bob Chapek.
Feb 28, 202031:21
Episode 31: "Space Guillotine"

Episode 31: "Space Guillotine"

Jake, Lain, and Spencer discuss the recently leaked Star Wars concept art entitled "Duel of the Fates", the trailer for season 7 of Star Wars: The Clone Wars, and the new Magic Happens Disney park parade.
Jan 31, 202042:34
Episode 30: "We've Risen"

Episode 30: "We've Risen"

Jake and Spencer discuss Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance and The Mandalorian.
Jan 18, 202001:18:19
Episode 29: "Boy, Did They Rise! - Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker"

Episode 29: "Boy, Did They Rise! - Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker"

Spoiler warning! Lain, Jake, and Spencer discuss Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.
Dec 22, 201901:03:41
Episode 28: "Animal Kingdom Just Is"

Episode 28: "Animal Kingdom Just Is"

Lain, Jake, and Spencer discuss The Mandalorian, the opening of Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, the drama surrounding Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, and share their thoughts on Frozen II.
Dec 07, 201901:28:20
Episode 27: "I'm MAKING Time for Disney+!"

Episode 27: "I'm MAKING Time for Disney+!"

Lain, Jake, and Spencer discuss the new Disney+ streaming service, and share their thoughts on the pilot episode of The Mandalorian.
Nov 15, 201901:20:10
Episode 26: "A Harsh Winter in Bespin"

Episode 26: "A Harsh Winter in Bespin"

In this special Star Wars coverage episode, Lain and Jake discuss everything from the final Rise of Skywalker trailer to the new Mandalorian trailer, and give their thoughts on the future of Star Wars under Disney.
Nov 01, 201901:13:47
Episode 25: "A Halloween Special" - Universal Horror Nights & Knott's Scary Farm

Episode 25: "A Halloween Special" - Universal Horror Nights & Knott's Scary Farm

In this special episode of the Disney Deconstructed Podcast, Jake and Spencer talk about all the Halloween events going on in the theme park world, and have a fun discussion concerning the direction of Universal Studios Hollywood.
Oct 31, 201901:11:38
Episode 24: "One Year Anniversary"

Episode 24: "One Year Anniversary"

The guys celebrate one year of the Disney Deconstructed Podcast by discussing the newly opened Walt Disney World Skyliner, the re-branding of Fox properties, and some of their favorite DDP memories from the past year.
Oct 18, 201944:35
Episode 23: "Chapek Is Thanos" - Special Guest PrincessNikiMouse

Episode 23: "Chapek Is Thanos" - Special Guest PrincessNikiMouse

The guys, along with special guest PrincessNikiMouse, discuss the new renovations coming to Epcot, Spiderman's return to the MCU, and ask the question on everyone's minds: Does anyone actually want to see Maleficent 2?
Oct 05, 201950:14
Episode 22: "Let's Ramble"

Episode 22: "Let's Ramble"

In a slow news week, the guys find themselves talking about what they always talk about: Galaxy's Edge. In addition, they discuss the main differences between Universal's theme park strategies versus Disney's, as well as get themselves excited about all of the Halloween events right around the corner.
Sep 20, 201929:54
Episode 21: "We Got Too Sweaty: A D23 Discussion" - Part 2

Episode 21: "We Got Too Sweaty: A D23 Discussion" - Part 2

The guys discuss all the Disney park news that came out of the 2019 D23 celebration.
Sep 06, 201901:18:21
Episode 20: "We Got Too Sweaty: A D23 Discussion" - Part 1

Episode 20: "We Got Too Sweaty: A D23 Discussion" - Part 1

The guys discuss the new shows announced at D23, as well as the new Mandalorian trailer and Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker sneak peak footage.
Aug 30, 201956:25
Episode 19: "The Spider-Man Wars"

Episode 19: "The Spider-Man Wars"

The guys talk about their various D23 predictions, and break down the beef between Sony and Marvel. As an added bonus, some big parks news broke while recording!
Aug 24, 201941:28
Episode 18: "Down into the Muck"

Episode 18: "Down into the Muck"

The guys share their thoughts on Disney's The Lion King (2019), debate the newly announced Universal's Epic Universe theme park in Orlando, and predict announcements for the upcoming D23 Expo later this month.
Check out the Disney Deconstructed Instagram for the park image of Universal's Epic Universe. @disney_deconstructed_podcast
Aug 02, 201959:05
Episode 17: "I Was on the Phone with Bob"

Episode 17: "I Was on the Phone with Bob"

The guys get caught up on all the big Disney news that has dropped over the past month.
Jul 19, 201901:24:52
Episode 16: "Park Hopper: Part Two"

Episode 16: "Park Hopper: Part Two"

The guys discuss the remainder of their stay in Walt Disney World.
Jul 12, 201946:33
Episode 15: "Park Hopper: Part One"

Episode 15: "Park Hopper: Part One"

The guys discuss their recent trip to Walt Disney World, warts and all.
Jul 05, 201901:04:06
Episode 14: "We've Been to Galaxy's Edge, and This Is Pod Racing" - Featuring Captain Collins

Episode 14: "We've Been to Galaxy's Edge, and This Is Pod Racing" - Featuring Captain Collins

Finally, finally, finally, the guys have been to Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, but the more pressing topic: who won the George Lucas Cosmic Rey bet? We discuss!
Jun 03, 201901:41:27
Episode 13: "Society of Adventurers & Explorers Cinematic Universe (SEACU)"
May 10, 201957:50
Episode 12: "Captain Falcon in the MCU?" - Avengers: Endgame Spoiler Talk

Episode 12: "Captain Falcon in the MCU?" - Avengers: Endgame Spoiler Talk

The guys discuss the newly released Avengers: Endgame and theorize about where the MCU is headed within the next few years.
Apr 26, 201901:07:54
Episode 11: "I Just Want People to Die" - Special Guest Preston Moore

Episode 11: "I Just Want People to Die" - Special Guest Preston Moore

The guys, along with special guest Preston Moore, Editor-In-Chief of The Cinema Spot, discuss the new Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker trailer, and share their predictions for Marvel's Avengers: Endgame.
Apr 19, 201901:13:45
Episode 10: "France Always Gets Poned"

Episode 10: "France Always Gets Poned"

The guys review the new Disney film Dumbo, before discussing the new Ant Man and the Wasp attraction in Disneyland Hong Kong.
Spoilers for Dumbo end at 27:10.
Apr 05, 201901:00:43
Episode 9: "Disney Didn't Buy Fox News"

Episode 9: "Disney Didn't Buy Fox News"

The guys discuss the Disney-Fox merger and theorize when exactly the effects of the deal could be felt by both fans and the public.
Captain Marvel spoilers begin at 0:16:15 and end at 0:24:28.
Mar 22, 201901:19:51
Episode 8: "Han to the rescue!" - Galaxy's Edge Discussion

Episode 8: "Han to the rescue!" - Galaxy's Edge Discussion

The guys discuss the recent news surrounding Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, leading to a heated argument concerning George Lucas's tears.
Links to articles and videos mentioned in the show:
'We've Been to Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge and Life Will Never Be the Same' by Gizmodo
'Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge cast member costumes revealed' by Attractions Magazine
'A1000 Advanced Robotics | Walt Disney Imagineering' by Walt Disney Imagineering
Mar 01, 201901:13:56
Episode 7: "Leaky Tikis!?"

Episode 7: "Leaky Tikis!?"

The guys discuss attractions they'd like to see make a return to Disney parks, as well as what they expect Disney parks to look like in ten years time.
Feb 15, 201936:18
Episode 6: "Bo Peep Is Rey! Confirmed!"

Episode 6: "Bo Peep Is Rey! Confirmed!"

The guys discuss the recent Oscar nomination of Black Panther for best picture, as well as possible story lines for Bo Peep in the upcoming Toy Story 4.
Feb 01, 201934:34
Episode 5: "Big Bobby Boy!"

Episode 5: "Big Bobby Boy!"

The Guys discuss new rumors surrounding the ride details of Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, as well as Bob Iger's recent comments on IPs and their effect on Disney Parks, before wrapping up with a discussion on Mary Poppins Returns.
Jan 18, 201901:01:56
Episode 4: "Rainn Wilson: A Star Wars Story"

Episode 4: "Rainn Wilson: A Star Wars Story"

In their first all-Star Wars episode, the guys discuss the newly announced television shows set to premiere on Disney Plus. Later on, they discuss The Last Jedi and what they'd like to see in Episode IX.
Dec 14, 201801:03:41
Episode 3: "Welcome to IP World!"

Episode 3: "Welcome to IP World!"

The guys check out the developing news surrounding Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, share their thoughts after seeing Ralph Breaks the Internet, and remember the incredible Stan Lee.
Nov 30, 201801:28:56
Episode 2: "LET'S GO TO THE INTERNET!"

Episode 2: "LET'S GO TO THE INTERNET!"

The guys discuss a new Disneyland rumor, The Nutcracker's box office performance, Ralph Breaks the Internet, and more.
Nov 11, 201852:42
Episode 1: "What's The Nutcracker Even About, Man?"

Episode 1: "What's The Nutcracker Even About, Man?"

The guys discuss news surrounding the future Marvel Land at Disney California Adventure and try to figure out who greenlit The Nutcracker and The Four Realms.
Oct 26, 201801:01:30