Episode 112: Jake Friedman, Author of The Disney Revolt Part 1

The 1941 Disney Studio strike was pivotal moment in the history of the company. It unionized Disney employees for the first time but it also created division for some. The Disney Revolt: The Great Labor War of Animation's Golden Age is the first book to dive deep into this essential era in Disney history and look at all sides. We're excited to talk with author Jake Friedman in the first part of a two part conversation. Shawn has the final installment in our summer series as he talks with Chip Joyce who's directing Mary Poppins at Corn Stock Theatre in Peoria, Il August 26th-September 3rd. Shawn is music directing the show. Purchase tickets at cornstocktheatre.com. Jeff Sherman will be at the performance. He'll also make an appearance at The Peoria Riverfront Museum earlier in the day presenting the documentary The Boys: Sherman Brothers' Story he and his cousin Greg co-directed. The Hyperion Hub is a proud sponsor. peoriariverfrontmuseum.org for tickets. All this plus, we'll reveal our favorite sidekicks. We'd love to hear from you. You can email or send us a recorded audio message at [email protected]. Find us on social media on Facebook, Instagram and on Twitter @HubHyperion. The Hyperion Hub is not affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its subsidiaries.  facebook.com/The-Hyperion-Hub-103502041266061/