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The Happiest Pod on Earth (Archive)
by Geek Therapy Network
Geek Therapy's Disney Podcast! Hosted by Stefanie Bautista and Ariel Landrum. In each episode they talk about the power of Disney to bring people together. Join us to learn how to use everything Disney to teach, learn, heal, and connect with others.
Episodes
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Previously On X-Men with Julia and Eric Lewald
42: Join Ariel, Stef, and their distinguished guests, Julia and Eric Lewald—writers and showrunners of the X-Men Animated Series. This episode explores the legacy of the original X-Men series, its cultural impact, and the exciting revival with X-Men 97. The Lewalds share the challenges and joys…
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Finding Belonging With Turning Red
41: Join Ariel, Stef, and their distinguished guests, Soo Jin and Linda—authors and mental health professionals—as they bond over Pixar's Turning Red. This episode covers the film's profound themes of family, identity, mental health, and cultural nuances. Our discussion celebrates the movie and…
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Galactic Celebrations: Star Wars Nite and Beyond
40: Ariel and Stefanie delve into Star Wars, unpacking its cultural significance and impact as part of the May the 4th celebrations. Both hosts go on a journey through this monumental franchise's legacy and ongoing influence. From Disneyland’s Star Wars Nite to personal connections with the...
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The Power of Nostalgia Activated By "X-Men 97"
38: Ariel and Stef unpack the continuation of a beloved series with X-Men 97, exploring its impact from therapy to education. They discuss nostalgia's role in healing trauma and connecting with students, the nuances of characters like Rogue and Storm, and how X-Men's diversity and inclusion…
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Feasting on Fandom: Disney Food Chronicles Part 1
37: Hosts Ariel and Stefanie embark on a journey through Disney’s culinary delights, from the treats at the Food and Wine Festival at California Adventure, unexpected finds at Disney Channel Nite, to the surprising food merchandise. They navigate the rising prices, sustainability efforts, and the...
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Beyond the Screen: Disney Leveling Up
36: Venture 'Beyond the Screen: Disney Leveling Up' in Episode 36 of HPOE. Ariel and Stef navigate Disney's groundbreaking move into developing a gaming metaverse and the company's history with games, in general. This episode explores the fusion of iconic Disney storytelling with the interactive...
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Mulan
#9: The live-action Mulan is finally here! We react to the new film and discuss all the themes and ideas that make Disney’s Mulan so special. Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT Forum. — Check out the GT Network: network.geektherapy.com GT Forum: forum.geektherapy.com GT Discord:...
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Disney’s Star Wars
#8: On the eve of The Rise of Skywalker, we look at how Star Wars is doing as a Disney property and why we use Star Wars so much in our work. Rise of Skywalker reactions on GT Radio – https://geektherapy.com/the-rise-of-skywalker Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT Forum. — Check...
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Frozen 2
#7: In typical Geek Therapy fashion, we react to Frozen 2, and look at its relatable themes and how it addresses difficult emotions. Spoiler alert for all the Frozens! And when in doubt, do the next right thing! Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT Forum. — Check out the GT…
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Disney+ Is Here! (But Not For Everyone)
#6: Disney+ is finally here! But this episode is actually about the psychological pain and negative effects of exclusion. According to researchers, the social pain of exclusion and ostracism can hurt just as much or more than physical injuries. Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT...
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Disney+ at D23: Too much content!
#5: We learned a lot about Disney+ at this year’s D23 event and it was overwhelming! So many new shows and movies were announced for the service and we go through all of them. From more live-action Disney remakes to more Marvel and Star Wars series, it almost seems like too much. Just kidding,...
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The Lion King Is Still the Best
#4: The Lion King live-action remake isn’t actually live-action but it’s here and we loved it. We compare the movies and the Broadway musical, look at what makes us love this story so much, and discuss some of its themes in depth. Simba’s loss is heart-breaking in every version. Questions?...
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Toy Story 4: A Woody Story
#3: Toy Story 4 feels smaller and more intimate to us than the other films, mostly because it feels like one toy’s story. This is Woody’s movie and it hit us like all the others, full of very relatable themes that made us reflect on some real-life milestones. Also, are all toys sentient in this...
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Aladdin Left Us Speechless
#2: The Aladdin live-action remake is finally here! We react to the film and compare it to the original. We also cover representation, empowerment, and other important and relatable themes. Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT Forum. — Check out the GT Network:...
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Our Origin Stories
#1: Welcome to The Happiest Pod on Earth! We are a podcast about how Disney content, parks, and memories can bring people together. Your hosts Lara Taylor and Josué Cardona share their Disney origin stories and their plans for the show. Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT Forum. —...
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Preview: Disney Fever
Preview: Before launching our new show, here is a Disney episode of GT Radio titled Disney Fever. We’re feeling that Disney Fever with all the news and movies coming out this year. We share some of our favorite Disney memories and do a Disney-themed Media Matters segment. The post Preview: Disney...
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Geek Therapy's Disney Podcast! Hosted by Stefanie Bautista and Ariel Landrum. In each episode they talk about the power of Disney to bring people together. Join us to learn how to use everything Disney to teach, learn, heal, and connect with others.
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