Skywalking Through Neverland: A Star Wars / Disney Podcast

Happy New Year !!!!!   Welcome to the Neverland Clubhouse! Here you leave today, and venture into adventure, excitement and nostalgia. This is the Disney podcast where two sisters, Kelly and Courtney, take you to different park lands share Disney adventures, stories, news and so much more.   First the Sisters take you to Tomorrowland where they discuss   The Loss of the Annual Passport program  The addition of Star Wars Trading Post in a new location  The Return of a fan favorite show to Walt Disney World this summer Their Upside Down Magic DVD giveaway winner    Next The Sisters will take you to the Hollywood Studios Backlot where they discuss all the new Disney+ content with their good friend Drew Hayashida. They touch on everything coming to   Hulu  FX National Geographic  Disney+ (from Walt Disney Animation and Live Action)   Lastly the Sisters and Drew go to Pixar Pier to discuss the new content from Pixar we all have been waiting for.    About Neverland Clubhouse   Welcome to the Neverland Clubhouse

Artist and illustrator Greg Hildebrandt, of Brothers Hildebrandt fame, sits down with us to discuss the famous Star Wars poster, his artistic inspirations and so much more. There is no other image that brings you back to the classic days of Star Wars than the legendary poster of Luke holding his Lightsaber above his head, Princess Leia with her blaster at the ready, and the LOOMING ominous helmet of Darth Vader floating in the background.      This poster was illustrated by brothers, Tim and Greg Hildebrandt, back in 1977, but you may also recognize their artwork from the best-selling Lord of the Rings calendar, The Harry Potter magic card decks, Star Trek and Marvel Comics, the Shadows of the Empire trading card set, his recent series of Pin-Up Beauties, and several pieces for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Not only a storyteller in paintings, Mr. Hildebrandt tells amazing stories and shares his artistic inspirations with us. See all of his artwork at SpiderwebArt.com. Now to hear the totally ridiculous but

Welcome to the very first episode of Totally Tell Me Everything, a monthly podcast hosted by podcasters and friends, Sarah Woloski and Bryn MacKinnon. Since this is our first episode, we start with a little info about who we are, how we met (thanks to our other podcasts, Skywalking Through Neverland and Window to the Magic), what we’re into (we share a lot of fandoms and also have many that diverge), and what you can expect from our show (one fun topic, three burning questions, lots of fun conversation! Check out the podcast that inspired our format, Wonderful). Then we dive right into this month’s subject: LIPSTICK! Our hosts explore lipstick as therapy, lipstick as power, lipstick as a connection to family, lipstick’s role in history and so much more.    Question 1: What does lipstick mean to you? Bryn talks about her Lipstick Nana, Avon mini lipsticks, office life and lipstick, and Cover Girl’s “Iceblue Pink” Sarah tells us how moving to California for college, swing dancing, and interest in retro style

Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics #28 “Whatever Happened to Jabba The Hut?" brings back Jabba in comics!!! But is this really Jabba?? Richard and Sarah discuss the comic and find FTOOM! Fast Facts (classic comic things that appear now in Star Wars books, comics and films). We also share a history of Jabba the Hut/Jabba the Hutt/Mosep Binneed which you can also read right here.     Show Notes:   Title: "WHATEVER HAPPENED TO JABBA THE HUT" Release Date: July 24, 1979 Writer: Archie Goodwin Artwork: Carmine Infantino, Glynis Oliver, Gene Day Cover Art: Carmine Infantino, Bob Wiacek Editor: Jim Shooter, Archie Goodwin   Synopsis:  Han and Chewbacca have been hiding out since they escaped the clutches of Darth Vader as they blasted away from The Wheel (BACK IN ISSUE 23).    However they have been found by the vile gangster, Jabba the Hutt and his henchmen, who have Han and Chewbacca trapped inside a cavern that we find out is a honeycomb for Stone Mites. These creepy crawly creatures can eat through anyth

Star Wars: The High Republic is here! Mike Celestino (Laughing Place / Who’s The Bossk Podcast) and Drew Kaplan (Star Wars Maven) join Sarah and Richard on a spoiler-free discussion of the first three High Republic novels. They also share highs, lows and personal highlights of 2020. GOODBYE 2020 and welcome 2021! Keep reading below to learn more about The High Republic. Star Wars: The High Republic The High Republic is a collection of interconnected stories for adults, teens and kids from a variety of publishers including Disney/Lucasfilm Press, Del Rey, IDW Publishing, and Marvel. The initial books and comics come from fan-favorite authors such as Claudia Gray, Justina Ireland, Daniel José Older, Cavan Scott, and Charles Soul.  These stories are set 200 years before the Skywalker Saga, when the Jedi Order and Galactic Republic are at their peak. Think of the line Ben Kenobi tells Luke in Star Wars, “For over a thousand generations the Jedi Knights have been the guardians of peace and justice in the galaxy…”

  In this 5th episode, Max takes us to the beginning of his career working in the special effects industry. He starts by teaching a lesson that will apply in the effects and every industry. Then he and co-host Kevin Toft talk about working on a special project for the show 'V'. Max continues by sharing stories of working practical effects on national commercials. He wraps up by remembering stories from the B-rated film, The Stuff.  Join the Max EFX Facebook Group!   Listen on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music   The Max EFX Podcast is part of the Skywalking Network.  

Time for an early Christmas present - a discussion with A Toy Store Near You creator, Brian Volk-Weiss! Brian has been involved in the creation of so many series we love, including The Toys That Made Us and The Holiday Movies that Made Us on Netflix and the upcoming Behind The Attraction on Disney+. We have an in-depth behind-the-scenes discussion on A Toy Store Near You, which is a series born from the pandemic that highlights small business owners of amazing toy stores around the world. The second season airs Christmas Day on Amazon Prime. To learn more about Season 2, check out this article by Eric Onkenhout. Hear our previous interview with Brian Volk-Weiss on Episode 198: The Toys That Made Us. On December 17th we lost another veteran Star Wars actor, Jeremy Bulloch, who played Boba Fett in The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi. We share our memories and those of our Skywalkers. Because this is our holiday episode, throughout you will hear holiday greetings from our Skywalkers. We asked you

Do you remember Mickey's Nutcracker? This was a live stage show that played during the Christmas season at the Fantasyland theater stage between 1991 and 1992, and also aired on the Disney Channel at the same time. In this retelling of the "Nutcracker" Minnie throws a Christmas party  in which she receives a magical nutcracker that resembles Mickey Mouse. When the clock strikes midnight on Christmas Eve the Nutcracker comes alive and takes Minnie on a journey to Candyland. This colorful show includes live performers as well as other lovable Disney characters; such as Goofy, Roger Rabbit, Tigger, Chip & Dale, and Pluto. Sisters Courtney and Kelly get the inside scoop on Mickey's Nutcracker, and being a performer at Disneyland, from their good friend Drew Hayashida. He was a performer in the show and was worked very closely with one of the characters.  But before we get to that interview, the sisters take you to the Hollywood Studios Backlot for their review of Disney Channel’s new Original Movie: Upside Do

12/10/20 - Disney Investor Day will be a day long remembered. Marvel Studios, Lucasfilm, Pixar and Walt Disney Studios revealed film and TV plans for the next 3+ years, including 10 Star Wars series and 10 Marvel series and so much more. Because our brains couldn’t contain all of that information at once, we recorded a livestream that night with 30+ Skywalkers, going over our favorite announcements - Star Wars: Andor, Ms. Marvel, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Rogue Squadron and so much more. Join in the fun and then tell us what you thought!   Read a more thorough account of Disney Investor Day Star Wars, Disney, Marvel and Pixar announcements. Join Our Mailing List   Sign Up for our Weekly Newsletter   Check out these SKYwalking NETwork Podcasts:   Resilience Squadron - Sharing the adventures and challenges of disabled fans across and in the Star Wars universe Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics - Delving into each issue of the Star Wars comic series 1977-1986 The Max EFX Podcast - Chronicling the 35-year S

Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics #27 “Return of the Hunter!” is perhaps the BEST issue so far in this comic series!! Bounty hunter Valance appears, bringing with him all the melodramatic feels of his half human, half cyborg self. We were blown away by the resonating themes and action as Valance confronts Luke, goding him on with insulting name in the galaxy, "droid lover!" Luke and Threepio have some great buddy moments together too, and the three characters are pitted against each other in a final confrontation with a surprising end. Richard and Sarah discuss the comic and find FTOOM! Fast Facts (classic comic things that appear now in Star Wars books, comics and films) - including Valance appearing in a NEW and currently ongoing Marvel comics series Star Wars Bounty Hunters. Watch the Unedited Episode and See the Comic Book Pages https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=laPOqUkviGU   Or read the comic book here!   Show Notes:   Title: "RETURN OF THE HUNTER" Release Date: June 26, 1979 Writer: Archie Goodwin

We celebrate Dave Prowse, the man behind the Darth Vader mask; and share our thoughts and your comments on The Mandalorian S2 - Chapter 13 “The Jedi”. SPOILERS AHEAD.   On 11/29 the world received the sad news that David Prowse had passed away at the age of 85. Not only was he the onscreen Darth Vader in the Original Trilogy, he has had an incredible career beginning in 1962. We share a summary of his career including film highlights.    Then it’s time to talk AHSOKA and the amazingness that is The Mandalorian S2 episode “The Jedi” directed by Dave Filoni.    Synopsis:  Mando follows Bo Katan’s tip to find a Jedi by heading to the planet Corvis. There he finds Ahsoka Tano!! Ahsoka and Mando team up to free the city from an Imperial remnant Magistrate - Morgan Elsbeth, and we learn Baby Yoda’s name and a bit of his backstory.    We get into our thoughts on Rosario Dawson as Ahsoka, Baby Yoda’s name, Easter Eggs in this episode, the name-drop of THRAWN and all of our Skywalker’s comments. And if you hav

Max and Kevin talk to the Trimble family. John and Bjo (short for Betty Jo), and their daughter Lora share rare stories about the grassroots campaign to bring Star Trek back to the television airwaves in 1967. Gene Roddenberry even used them as a fan sounding board. They also share stories of Filmcon and Equicon conventions which they started in 1971. The Trimbles reminisce about early convention days, running around the show floor, and being on the original Enterprise set.  The Trimble family was also involved in getting the first Space Shuttle named Enterprise! So many great stories!  Join the Max EFX Facebook Group!   Listen on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music   The Max EFX Podcast is part of the Skywalking Network.   Binge-Listen to more Episodes  

The Rancho Obi-Wan Virtual Gala looks like a blast! Star Wars celebrities, Scavenger Hunt, Trivia, Cosplay contest and, of course, the Auction. All happening live Nov 20-21, 2020, for only $30. Special guest Steve Sansweet joins us to share the excitement, and then we ask the famous Star Wars collector what he is excited to collect this holiday season.   The LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special is now streaming on Disney+, and we share our thoughts, plus a special Press Conference with C-3PO actor Anthony Daniels. We’ve also written up our coverage, so make sure to check it out!    We also go over Skywalker comments about The Mandalorian episode, Chapter 11 - The Heiress that was said in our Facebook Group discussion thread. We discuss story, characters, Easter Eggs, and a certain Clone Wars character! Join Our Mailing List   Sign Up for our Weekly Newsletter   Check out these SKYwalking NETwork Podcasts:   Resilience Squadron - Sharing the adventures and challenges of disabled fans across and in

It's a Dancing with the Stars extravaganza on the Neverland Clubhouse! Here you leave today, and venture into adventure, excitement and nostalgia. This is the Disney podcast where two sisters, Kelly and Courtney, take you to different park lands to share Disney adventures, stories, news and so much more.   First the sisters take you to Fantasyland to celebrate Courtney’s Birthday (Sunday Nov. 15th) Courtney answers questions like what is your favorite birthday present? How do you like celebrating your birthday?   Then it's off to Tomorrowland where they discuss the latest Disney news :   Christmastime at Walt Disney World  The new Christmas tree trail at Disney Springs Aulani Hawaiian Resort Opening Opening of Buena Vista Street at Disneyland Resort  Family Holiday Singalong on ABC Kick off to Christmas on Freeform The Reorganization of Media within the Disney Company.   Then it's off to Adventureland where we discuss all the Halloween themed events we attended plus a halloween trip to Downtown Disney.   B

How many of you in Star Wars fandom feel like you’re being heard and considered no matter what your background or condition is? We make it a goal here for everyone to be heard which is why we’re excited for the newest addition to the Skywalking Network - Resilience Squadron! In this episode, we will be speaking with Greg Norman and Jack Vasvary about this new podcast, born out of a ForceFest Panel. Greg and Jack share stories of their own disabilities and challenges faced as disabled fans. We cover subjects such as inclusion, mental health and representation, and how venues can be more aware of special needs for conventions and events.    We also go over Skywalker comments about The Mandalorian episode, Chapter 10 - The Passenger that was said in our discussion thread. We discuss story, characters, Easter Eggs, and frog lady eggs! Join Our Mailing List   Sign Up for our Weekly Newsletter   Check out these SKYwalking NETwork shows:   Resilience Squadron - Sharing the adventures and challenges of

This episode is a smorgasbord of comments and thoughts from you and us about The Mandalorian S2E1: The Marshal. Din (F105 Music) joins us as we give our thoughts, go over Easter Eggs and debate if Dank Farrick is the new “I have Spoken!” We recorded this episode live, so we have several Skywalkers weighing in with their thoughts, as well as great comments from our Facebook Group discussion. And yes there are plenty of spoilers ahead!   The last several episodes lead up to Halloween because we wanted it to feel special this year, virtually. So we discuss our Halloween 2020, and also premiere a brand new video: Virtual Trick Or Treat 2020! Several Skywalkers shared creative ways of trick-or-treating, and Richard Woloski compiled them in a spectacular celebration of this Halloween tradition:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OEHVm4DDDwc   Join Our Mailing List   Sign Up for our Weekly Newsletter   Check out these SKYwalking NETwork shows:   Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics The Max EFX Podcast Ne

It’s a Halloween Holiday Special!! Will we be doing most of this in Wookiee grunts and growls? No. Will there be a 7-minute erotic interlude from Diahnn Carrol? Most likely not! Will we be singing about a day of peace and a day of harmony? Nope! But we will be going over some of the most compelling Halloween questions from our childhoods and beyond. We recorded this episode live on Facebook and YouTube, which means we have plenty of your responses as well! So let’s find out those deep, compelling Halloween mysteries like: Favorite Monster Cereal? Candy you eat vs. Candy you toss? What is the horror film that’s kept you awake most nights? What’s your #1 Halloween tradition? What are you doing this year to make Halloween special?    On this episode, we also announce the Skywalker of the Month! Composer and bandleader Rob Dehlinger composes these amazing jingles. Make sure to check out what he's doing next by following Alpha Rhythm Kings.   Join Our Mailing List   Sign Up for our Weekly Newsletter  

Do you remember The Jedi Master’s Quizbook (1982), by Rusty Miller? At 11 years old, this boy penned a New York Times Bestseller! Rusty, who now goes by Matt, will take us back 38 years and tell us how an 11-year-old had the foresight to publish this book, the envy of all Star Wars-loving kids.  Our good friend Chris Alexander just had a book birthday! Star Wars Origami 2 is now available for sale, and we speak with Chris about his 20-year journey to get both Star Wars Origami and Star Wars Origami 2 published. And yes, George Lucas was involved! The Mandalorian Special Look Teaser Trailer is here! So of course we share our thoughts and opinions, as well as those of you Skywalkers who watched our live wrap-around recording.   Sign Up for our Weekly Newsletter Check out these SKYwalking NETwork shows:   Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics The Max EFX Podcast Neverland Clubhouse   SPONSORS Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation

In honor of Halloween, Max and Kevin discuss Max’s work on the 1988 Tim Burton film, Beetlejuice. So many in-depth behind the scenes stories about the numerous practical effects that went into the making of this film. Stories you won’t hear anywhere else!    Questions are answered such as, when Adam and Barbara ran outside and were attacked by those giant sandworms, what planet was that supposed to be? What cast member from the original Night of the Living Dead makes a cameo?  ...And who is this Kissy-face? Join the Max EFX Facebook Group!   Listen on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music   The Max EFX Podcast is part of the Skywalking Network.  

Let’s visit the Death Valley set of Star Wars in 1977! Special guests Alan Fernandes (Bantha-riding Tusken Raider) and Miki Herman (Star Wars Production Crew Member) reflect back on these shooting days. Alan worked at Marine World wrestling with tigers and befriending Banthas (Well, the Bantha was really Mardji the elephant!) Miki shares her experiences as a crew member of the Lucasfilm production team.    MULAN ON DIGITAL GIVEAWAY   We have 2 Digital Codes to give away for Disney’s live action MULAN! Anyone who is signed up to receive our weekly Newsletter will be entered to win! You can sign up by clicking this link here.   Sign Up and Enter to Win MULAN   Check out these SKYwalking NETwork shows:   Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics The Max EFX Podcast Neverland Clubhouse   SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.