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The videos created by today’s guest, a singer whose powerful and crisp voice delights listeners from ear to ear, have generated millions of views. Stephen Scaccia belts out tunes from our favorite artists across his many social media platforms and via live performances. Some pieces stem from classic Disney films, for which many have seen on YouTube. Today on Notably Disney, Stephen joins host Brett Nachman to discuss his passion for music, career trajectory, and what Disney music brings to his life. Along the way he shares stories of singing with Michael Bublé and having performers like Mariah Carey and Halley Bailey check out his renditions of their music.
Check out Stephen's work on his website (stephenscaccia.com), his YouTube channel, TikTok, and Instagram. You may also find him performing as part of The Famous Players Band.
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New episodes of Notably Disney debut on the first and third Tuesday of each month.
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As we reach the end of 2024, many individuals may start thinking about planning their next vacation. Returning to Notably Disney is travel journalist Seth Kubersky, the longtime author behind The Unofficial Guide to Disneyland and The Unofficial Guide to Universal Orlando series. The Disneyland 2025 book was recently released, with Universal Orlando 2025 debuting in early December. Seth joins host Brett Nachman to share new considerations for prepping for future trips and what the team at The Unofficial Guide has engaged in to get ready for all the changes happening at the parks.
Pick up a copy of The Unofficial Guide to Disneyland 2025 (written by Seth Kubersky, with Bob Sehlinger, Len Testa and Guy Selga Jr.) and The Unofficial Guide to Universal Orlando 2025 (written by Seth Kubersky with Alicia Stella) via your local bookstore or The Unofficial Guides website. Follow Seth on Instagram (@skubersky), as well as The Unofficial Guides on Instagram (@theunofficialguides) and Facebook (The Unofficial Guides).
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New episodes of Notably Disney debut on the first and third Tuesday of each month.
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When you think of film scores, perhaps one name comes to mind more than any other: the legendary John Williams. In the new documentary on Disney+, entitled Music by John Wililams, director Laurent Bouzereau helps tell the story and impact of John’s work across the worlds of film, music, and more. Along the way we hear from the maestro himself, along with his good friends, including Ron Howard, Steven Spielberg, and additional collaborators over his many decades-long career. Joining host Brett Nachman to discuss the documentary and Williams’ work is fellow podcaster and friend Trent Vactor, who has been on Notably Disney before to discuss some of Williams’ scores, including for Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker and Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny.
Follow Trent Vactor on Instagram (@Vactor). Subscribe to the Vactor-Verse content, featuring comic book shorts, discussions and more on YouTube (@Vactor-Verse). Trust in the Force covers Star Wars material, whereas This Comic COOKS! centers on everything comics!
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New episodes of Notably Disney debut on the first and third Tuesday of each month.
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What makes a true Disney legend? On this episode of Notably Disney, host Brett Nachman speaks with the woman featured in a moving and personal title just published by Disney Editions. In Groundbreaking Magic: A Black Woman’s Journey through The Happiest Place on Earth, recently-named Disney Legend Martha Blanding tells her decades-long story of reaching significant milestones as a Disneyland cast member and tour-guide-turned VIP tour hostess and ultimately senior manager of Disneyland Resort Merchandise Special Events. This new book, also written by renowned public relations executive and author Tim O’Day, relays a most touching, impressive, and deeply impactful autobiography of perseverance and magical memories in both the worlds of Disney and broader society. Brett speaks with Martha and Tim to discuss “Groundbreaking Magic," including tales of interacting with A-list celebrities, hosting cool events at Disneyland, and hearing the news of Martha being named a Disney Legend.
To learn more about Groundbreaking Magic and pick up a copy of the book, visit the Disney Books website.
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New episodes of the podcast debut on the first and third Tuesday of every month.
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Author David A. Bossert experienced a successful career with The Walt Disney Company over multiple decades and in various roles. Over recent years he has written books for The Old Mill Press, as he has previously appeared on Notably Disney to discuss them. Find Your Happy Place: The 8 Step Guide to Boosting Your Creativity through a Personal Retreat, his newest book, offers support to all readers on adopting actionable strategies to embrace what a personal retreat can afford. Host Brett Nachman sits down with Dave to discuss the value of these retreats.
Pick up a an author-signed copy of Find Your Happy Place by visiting TheOldMillPress.com.
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New episodes of the podcast debut on the first and third Tuesday of every month.
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15 years ago Disney released a documentary directed and written by Theodore Thomas that unveiled a relatively unexplored part of Disney history, at least in film form: when Walt and his colleagues were commissioned by the United States government to engage in a goodwill trip down to Latin and South America to forge positive relationships with their governments and peoples. Now, Thomas, as well as celebrated Disney authors Didier Ghez and JB Kaufman, have assembled to produce Walt Disney & El Grupo in Latin America, a new monograph from the Hyperion Historical Alliance, which offers a day-by-day telling of the experience with glorious photography, narrative accounts, and other details. On this episode of Notably Disney, host Brett Nachman invites in Ted Thomas, Didier Chez, and JB Kaufman to discuss the creation of this visually-stunning and very detailed account of the journey Walt and colleagues embarked on.
To pick up a copy of Walt Disney & El Grupo in Latin America, check out the Stuart NG Books website.
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New episodes of the podcast debut on the first and third Tuesday of every month.
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This marks the 150th episode of Notably Disney. How time flies. Five and a half years later, host Brett Nachman continues to find joy and magic in producing this podcast that spotlights the important contributions that Disney authors, musicians, composers, and songwriters make in the world of Disney, as well as the fun and engagement that fellow Disney fans and podcasters bring to this shared passion. In honor of the very special occasion, Brett wanted to bring in some past guests, approximately two dozen of them, to share their memories of being on the show and connections to Disney music or books. Hear some of their recollections and messages on this very special episode!
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New episodes of the podcast debut on the first and third Tuesday of every month.
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Elyse Willis is an accomplished vocalist and lyricist, having joined Notably Disney several years ago alongside her husband, composer Christopher Willis, to discuss their contributions to the amazing Mickey Mouse shorts. On this episode of Notably Disney, Elyse returns to discuss with host Brett Nachman the business and working life of a vocalist, mentoring students via the Disney Imagination Campus program, providing the operatic voice of an operatic space slug in Star Wars: The Last Jedi, singing in series like Galavant and WandaVision, and much more!
Feel free to reach out to Brett via Twitter/X @bnachmanreports, subscribe to the podcast, and send your feedback to [email protected]
New episodes of the podcast debut on the first and third Tuesday of every month.
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Author and Disney expert Aaron Wallace has long attended D23 Expo, now called D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, and recently attended the amazing Anaheim experience. Aaron, a longtime guest and friend of the podcast, is here to join host Brett Nachman to dish on everything he experienced and what we as Disney aficionados can be excited about over the coming years. Among the talking points include examining the logistics and execution of D23's ticketing and reservation system, the music-themed presentations and panels on topics like Mary Poppins and The Sherman Brothers, the star-studded and performance-heavy Honda Center events, and much more. Needless to say, Aaron and Brett have some hot takes on some of the theme parks announcements that surfaced and, at least for Brett, strong opinions on recent Disney Legends inductees. Aaron also shares some details about the recent Witches Run Amok: The Oral History of Disney's Hocus Pocus book, for which he contributed his knowledge and perspectives within Shannon Carlin's new release.
Check out what Aaron Wallace has been up to by following him on Twitter/X (@aaronwallace) and Instagram (@aaronhwallace).
Feel free to follow Brett on Twitter (@bnachmanreports), subscribe to the podcast, and send your feedback to [email protected]
New episodes of the podcast debut on the first and third Tuesday of every month.
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Whereas sometimes social media and online videos can be filled with much noise, other times this content brings unbridled joy to users and viewers. Actor, composer, singer, and songwriter Noah Sunday-Lefkowitz is one of those people who exudes brightness, creativity, and optimism in all of his work, crafting videos and performances across his channels, with most of the content centering on obscure and under-appreciated Disney tunes, including original creations. On this episode of Notably Disney Noah host Brett Nachman to share about his trajectory into the arts, career with The Walt Disney Company, and content that you can find on his many platforms. Among the great stories include working with voice artist Corey Burton, crafting content for Imagineering, and assembling amazing Disney medleys!
Check out Noah's work across his website, Instagram (@noahsundaylefkowitz), TikTok (@noahsundaylefkowtiz), and YouTube (Noah Sunday-Lefkowitz).
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New episodes of the podcast debut on the first and third Tuesday of every month.
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Earlier in 2024 on Notably Disney, host Brett Nachman and guest Matthew Hodge (professor and author) discussed some of their favorite Disney songs and scores, and then provided recommendations on other selections that you may not have heard of.
Today the duo is back, specifically to discuss their recommendations of Disney songs if you enjoy other similar choices. It's a fun game of "if you like this, then you love these" options.
Learn more about Matt's work by visiting his website. And be sure to purchase a copy of Cool Cats and a Hot Mouse: A History of Jazz and Disney, his award-winning book about Disney and jazz, by visiting Amazon or Barnes and Noble.
Feel free to reach out to Brett via Twitter/X @bnachmanreports, subscribe to the podcast, and send your feedback to [email protected]
New episodes of the podcast debut on the first and third Tuesday of every month.
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On May 25, 2024 the world lost a legendary songwriter emblematic of the term Disney Legend. Richard M. Sherman, who, with his brother Robert, wrote some of the most beloved songs of the 20th century and into the 21st century, too, passed away at the age of 95. It’s almost impossible to sum up Richard’s life and legacy in the span of a few sentences, or even over this conversation, though I want to create space to honor a man whose music and spirit will continue to illuminate our lives for generations to come. On this episode of Notably Disney, host Brett Nachman is joined by two individuals who knew, wrote about, and worked with Richard over the years. Author Jeff Kurtti is a celebrated Disney author who has written several dozen books about various facets of Disney. Central to this dialogue, he is the co-producer of The Boys: The Sherman Brothers’ Story documentary and an editor on the Walt’s Time: From Before to Beyond book about the Sherman Brothers. Author Jim Fanning is an accomplished Disney author of many books, including the recent Drawing 100 Years of Disney Wonder, and has over the years crafted many articles, videos, and other pieces of writing about the Sherman Brothers’ work. Jeff and Jim share their memories of Richard Sherman, including some incredible anecdotes and facts that illustrate the songwriter's creativity and kindness.
Feel free to reach out to Brett via Twitter/X @bnachmanreports, subscribe to the podcast, and send your feedback to [email protected]
New episodes of the podcast debut on the first and third Tuesday of every month.
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Earlier in 2024 on Notably Disney, host Brett Nachman and guest Matthew Hodge (professor and author) discussed some of their favorite Disney songs and scores, and then provided recommendations on other selections that you may not have heard of.
Today the duo is back, specifically to discuss their recommendations of Disney scores if you enjoy other similar choices. It's a fun game of "if you like this, then you love these" options.
Learn more about Matt's work by visiting his website. And be sure to purchase a copy of Cool Cats and a Hot Mouse: A History of Jazz and Disney, his award-winning book about Disney and jazz, by visiting Amazon or Barnes and Noble.
Feel free to reach out to Brett via Twitter/X @bnachmanreports, subscribe to the podcast, and send your feedback to [email protected]
New episodes of the podcast debut on the first and third Tuesday of every month.
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Two decades later, and we are still on the chase for some unexpected historical discoveries. In 2004, Disney released the surprise hit film National Treasure, starring Nicolas Cage as Ben Gates, a modern-day treasure hunter, and the film has since spawned a sequel, television series, and more. Drs. Aubrey R. Paris and Emily M. Black are the hosts of the National Treasure Hunt podcast and authors of the book National Treasure Hunt: One Step Short of Crazy, for which they discussed during their last appearance on Notably Disney. On this episode, Emily and Aubrey are back as they discuss their thoughts of Trevor Rabin’s scores from the films and series with host Brett Nachman. It's even more poignant since the original film celebrates its 20th anniversary this year!
Follow National Treasure Hunt on Twitter (@NTHuntPodcast) and Instagram (@nthuntpodcast). Learn more about the National Treasure Hunt content on their website: nthuntpodcast.com
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New episodes of Notably Disney debut on the first and third Tuesday of each month.
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Ever wonder about some of the secret stories and forgotten aspects of Walt Disney World? Well, author Foxx Nolte has catalogued many of these tales and fascinating finds in a new book: Hidden History of Walt Disney World, published by The History Press. On this episode of Notably Disney, Foxx, who garnered much acclaim for the book Boundless Realm: Deep Explorations inside Disney’s Haunted Mansion, discusses curating great discoveries in Disney history and what this new title uncovers.
Pick up a copy of Hidden History of Walt Disney World via The History Press or wherever you purchase books.
Follow Foxx Nolte's work on the Passport to Dreams Old and New blog MiceChat. Check out Foxx on Twitter/X @Passport2Dreams!
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New episodes of the podcast debut on the first and third Tuesday of every month.
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Celebrating its 40th anniversary this year is Splash, the first release from Touchstone Pictures, the late film label from Disney as it aimed to create a space for more adult fare. Splash was an immediate hit for the studio, one that defined romantic comedies and fantasies for the 80s, and features an unforgettable score from the legendary Lee Holdridge. Lee is the winner of two Primetime Emmy Awards, two Daytime Emmy Awards, and garnered 18 Emmy Award nominations total, plus two Grammy Award nominations. Lee’s work for television and film has spanned more than fifty years for productions including East of Eden, the Beauty and the Beast series from the 1980s, and Moonlighting. In fact, one of his most enduring pieces of music was for ABC’s long-running One Life to Live, the late soap opera, for which he won two Daytime Emmys. On this episode of Notably Disney, Lee discusses with host Brett Nachman his career and composing contributions.
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New episodes of the podcast debut on the first and third Tuesday of every month.
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This episode of Notably Disney welcomes on London-based author Emily Zemler. Emily is a writer and journalist who has crafted over stories and celebrity interviews for a variety of outlets, including The Los Angeles Times, Billboard, Allure, Rolling Stone, Time, and more. Emily has catalogued fascinating insights about the development and impact of various brands for The Walt Disney Company via books including Disney Princess: Behind the Tiara and Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas: Beyond Halloween Town. Emily shares about these books' development, the enduring fan appeal of these properties, and much more with host Brett Nachman.
Learn more about Emily's work and books via her website. Follow Emily on Twitter @emilyzemler and Instagram @emilyzemler.
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New episodes of the podcast debut on the first and third Tuesday of every month.
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Emmy Award-winner Ken Bruce has a storied career in animation across a variety of roles and projects, such as an animation timer for shows like Family Guy and a sequence director for The Fairly OddParents, to a storyboard artist for films like Shrek, Up, and Toy Story 3. He now brings his adoration of the classic Disneyland attraction The Enchanted Tiki Room to spectacular light via his incredible new book: Before the Birds Sang Words. It's a master-class book that disentangles the show's history, including all of the elements that led to its creation. Ken shares how he invested years of effort and love into this passion project, one of the richest examinations of any singular Disney theme park attraction to date via book form.
You can pick up a copy of Before the Birds Sang Words on Amazon.
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New episodes of the podcast debut on the first and third Tuesday of every month.
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Although many of us are familiar with the Disney artists, including singers and songwriters who have delivered many of our favorite tunes from the Mouse House, there are unsung heroes who also have stories to share. Music producer Bambi Moé discusses her experiences with some top-notch Hollywood talent in a lovely book called Part of the Magic: A Collection of Disney-Inspired Brushes with Greatness. On this episode of Notably Disney, Bambi chats with host Brett Nachman as she relays amazing anecdotes of bringing a dose of pixie dust to Disney music across the 80s, 90, and beyond. Bambi discusses memories of working on the Disney Sing-Along Songs series, interacting with the late Gilbert Gottfried on the Aladdin sequels, and much more!
Order a copy of Part of the Magic: A Collection of Disney-Inspired Brushes with Greatness via the University Press of Mississippi website or wherever you find books.
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New episodes of the podcast debut on the first and third Tuesday of every month.
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The 96th Academy Awards takes place on Sun, March 10, making now a perfect time to think about Disney’s role with the Oscars. Over the years many dozens of songs and scores have been nominated, and even a handful have won for their respective categories. Invariably, though, there have been some significant omissions, in terms of songs and scores that should have been nominated, along with songs that maybe should not have won or even been nominated in the first place. Of course, too, a few great songs missed the opportunity to win an Oscar, even if nominated. On this episode of Notably Disney, longtime guest and author Aaron Wallace returns to chat with host Brett Nachman about some takes of Disney songs and scores, and their connections (or lack thereof) to the Oscars.
Get in contact with Aaron Wallace by following him on Twitter (@aaronwallace), Instagram (@aaronhwallace), and on his website www.aaronwallaceonline.com, where you can learn more about his books.
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New episodes of the podcast debut on the first and third Tuesday of every month.
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