The Vault Disney Podcast
by The Vault Disney Podcast
A Disney-loving husband and wife team takes on the grueling, yet magical challenge of watching and reviewing every Walt Disney animated film. New episodes on Wednesdays! Note: This is a fan-made podcast and is not affiliated with the Walt Disney Company in any way.
Episodes
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Ep. 43: James and the Giant Peach: Adventures in Weirdland
Jump aboard the peach and join the adventure as we discuss Tim Burton's James and the Giant Peach! A surprising gem tucked into the Disney lineup, we have fun talking about our favorite parts and the surprising heart behind this funny little (giant?) film! If you enjoy our podcast, please tell a...
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Ep. 42: Toy Story: Two In-Frenemies and Beyond!
We've finally made it to Pixar! Join us in this episode to discuss the first-ever computer-animated film, Toy Story, and admire Pixar's marketing genius of making a movie directly about the merch! Don't be an uncultured swine! If you enjoy our podcast, please tell a friend, rate us, or leave us a...
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Ep. 41: Pocahontas: The Animals Were Cute This Time
And we're back! Probably! Hopefully! This week we're painting with the colors of the wind as we dive into Disney's Pocahontas. Join us for discussions of the lovely music, beautiful animation, and problematic storytelling! If you enjoy our podcast, please tell a friend, rate us, or leave us a...
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Ep. 40: A Goofy Movie: Outdoor Dad Flexing...to the MAX (Get it?)
And we're back in the Disney Renaissance to discuss one of the goofiest and most 90's movies we've ever seen: A Goofy Movie! We're joined by our longtime friend and listener, Rebecca, to dig into this cute story of a beloved Disney character trying to connect with his teenage son in the '90s when...
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Ep. 39: Onward: Delicious Hot Tropes!
We're back! Steeped in decades of Fantasy and Role-playing tropes, does Onward stand up to the passionate scrutinizing of a husband and wife team that actually does play D&D, thank you very much!? Find out on this long belated episode of the Vault Disney Podcast! If you enjoy our podcast, please...
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Ep. 38: The Lion King: Be Prepared...for Childhood Trauma
Be prepared...for the Lion King! Join Erik, Victoria, and our friend Blayke to talk about one of Disney's most well-known and beloved classics as we discuss music, Shakespeare, humor, and villainy in this week's episode! We just can't wait...for you to give us a listen! If you enjoy our podcast,...
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Ep. 37: Aladdin: Alan Menkin Niiiiights, and Katzenburg Daaaays!
Join us for some Arabian Nights as we take One Jump into a Whole New World with Prince Ali! We’re talking Disney’s (animated) Aladdin this week, digging into the tightly wound plot, beautifully developed character motivations, and dance-worthy Menken tunes. It’s quite a romp, so join us for some...
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Ep. 36: Beauty and the Beast: It's NOT Stockholm Syndrome, Dangit!
It is with deepest pride and greatest pleasure that we take a peek into a tale as old as time, the beautiful love story between a beautiful, bookish girl and a cursed beast, a story which definitely does not feature Stockholm Syndrome (no, hush, you can't convince me). Join us for a discussion of...
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Ep. 35: The Rescuers Down Under: They're Running Out of Wright Brothers
G'day mate! This week the VDP is heading to the outback to wrangle crocs and stop poachers. Join us for a beautiful story of courage as a young boy stands up for the life of a mother eagle which is then ruined by the addition of Bianca, Bernard, and a very weird love triangle. Let's be honest: no...
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1980s Disney Decade Review
Today we're taking a look back at the apparently contentious animated Disney films of the 1980's! Join us as we discuss trends and thoughts on the 80's films, our excitement for the upcoming 90's films, and flabbergasted confusion at how we can disagree so heavily with our Oliver & Company-loving...
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Ep. 34: The Little Mermaid: Fish Are Friends, Not Food.
We’ve finally made it to the Renaissance! And the waiting has paid off because we’ve got a long, packed episode full of Little Mermaid discussion and appreciation (because let’s be real, we loved it). From Ariel’s teased 80’s bangs to Triton’s struggle with single parenthood, it’s an undersea...
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Ep. 33: Oliver & Company: Say Sykes Right Now.
We’re showing off our street saviore faire this week as we tackle the penultimate Disney film of the 80’s, Oliver & Company! Join us for terrible puns, childhood stories, and Billy Joel bewilderment! It’s an absitively posolutely fun time! If you enjoy our podcast, please rate us and leave us a...
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Ep. 32: The Great Mouse Detective: Call It Basil of Baker Street, You Cowards
This week we're heading to Baker Street with Sher- I mean Basil the Great Mouse Detective himself! Join the Vault Disney team and special guest Katelyn in a deep discussion of everything tangentially related to this film: Sherlock Holmes, London, 80's Disney films...you get the picture. It's...
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Ep. 31: The Black Cauldron: Roll for Initiative!
We're finally back on schedule! We're kicking off the start of the Eisner era with 1985's The Black Cauldron, the movie that Disney tried really hard to forget. Forgettable characters meet an awesome backdrop and villain for a perfectly middling storytelling adventure. Roll for initiative,...
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Ep. 30: Tron: Neon Nothingness
We're back to our regular schedule with 1982's TRON, a film about computers, AI, and programming. But don't go getting the wrong idea that this film carries any deep messages about...well, anything. Just try to keep up with this weird, hard-to-follow neon adventure. You'll be fine. If you enjoy…
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BONUS EPISODE: Star Wars Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker (SPOILERS!)
The Sequel Trilogy has ended: Let's talk about that! We break down our thoughts on the newest Star Wars film (hint: we enjoyed it) and talk about all the questionable bits that didn't quite make sense (hint: it's a lot). Katelyn joins us once again for this extra-long, SPOILER-FILLED (you've been...
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Ep. 29: Frozen II: This Will All Make Sense When We Are Older (SPOILERS!)
We've been to the theater a lot recently, so here's our breakdown of the newest Disney animated film: Frozen II! Katelyn joins us (in person!) to discuss the things we liked, the things we didn't, and the things that are clearly included for merchandising purposes (here's looking at you…
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BONUS EPISODE: Rise of Skywalker Predictions - SPOILER-FREE
We've binged all the Star Wars films, and we're going to see Rise of Skywalker TONIGHT, so we've recorded a few predictions before we go! As we haven't yet seen the film, this is spoiler-free, though we do discuss things seen in trailers. Whether you've seen the film or haven't yet, this should…
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Ep. 28: The Fox and Hound: The Saddest Movie Where Nothing Bad Happens
We're back, and this time we're talking about one of Disney's saddest and most depressing films, the Fox and the Hound! He was a fox. He was a hound. Can I make it any more obvious? Fox wants to play, but Hound likes to hunt...I can't be more blunt. Join us for our first foray into the Disney…
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1970s Disney Decade Review
Today we look back at the animated Disney films of the 1970's and reflect on all their accomplishments, like putting 70’s ballads where they don’t belong and creating the perfect role for Sterling Holloway. If you enjoy our podcast, please rate us and leave us a review! You can also learn more or...
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Ep. 27: Pete's Dragon: 302 Songs on 12 CDs!
This week we're imagining dragons and fighting off demi-Gogans with Disney's 1970's classic, Pete's Dragon! We're talking music (there's a lot), animation (there's a little), and 70's hokiness as we break down our thoughts on the film. Join us for a musical and imaginary romp through...
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Ep. 26: The Rescuers: We Ship the Mice
We're flying down to the bayou this week with The Rescuers, the spunky team of Eva Gabor and her sidekick who somehow manages to do the same caliber of work despite being a terrified, superstitious janitor. Two alligators and one fight with Great Value Cruella later, and we suddenly have an…
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Ep. 25: The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh: Into the Poohniverse
We’re heading deep into the Hundred Acre Wood this week to meet up with Christopher Robin and his stuffed-with-fluff friends! Join us for a weirdly analytical delve into Winnie the Pooh and what makes these stories so charming and timeless. Thanks for noticing us! If you enjoy our podcast, please...
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BONUS Halloween Episode: It’s All a Bunch of Hocus Pocus!
In honor of Halloween this week, we’re taking a spoooky detour and talking about a Disney classic and childhood favorite of ours: Hocus Pocus! Join us for some toil and trouble to celebrate Halloween in this special bonus episode! If you enjoy our podcast, please rate us and leave us a review!…
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Ep. 24: Robin Hood: Disney's Princess Bride (But with Animals)
This week takes a jaunt into the village of Nottingham to discover the daring, nerve, and chivalry of Disney's Robin Hood! If you've ever wanted to watch a Disney version of The Princess Bride with a cast of anthropomorphized animals, this is about as close as you'll ever get! Honestly, we're…
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Ep. 23: Bedknobs & Broomsticks & Blackmail & Soccer & Nazis
This week, we’re flying into another magical nanny story with Bedknobs & Broomsticks! Join us for a discussion of delightful casting, questionable storytelling, and the continuing wonders of the Sherman Brothers. Tap the episode three times and make a quarter-turn to the left for best results. If...
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Ep. 22: The Aristocats: Apparently Cats CAN Dance
We’re pouncing into the Aristocats this week to talk about some fine feline fun! Join us this week for a fun discussion of music, voice acting, and adorable kids! Get on the level, cool cat, and give us a listen! If you enjoy our podcast, please rate us and leave us a review! You can also learn...
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1960s Disney Decade Review
Time to look back an reflect on the Disney films from the 1960s! We only have 4 films this time, and while our Decade Awards may be a tad predictable, we've also included some discussion of trends we're seeing throughout the decades and some feedback from listeners and social media followers!…
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Ep. 21: Jungle Book: Just the Bare Necessities of Plot
Today we dive deep, deep into the unforgiving jungles of India to meet a pack of wolves raised by a boy, a bear, a snake, some elephants, a snake, and a group of wannabe monkey monarchs. Let's hope a pretty girl doesn't walk by and spoil all the fun! If you enjoy our podcast, please rate us and...
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Ep. 20: Mary Poppins: Better Than You In Every Way!
Wind's in the east...mist comin' in...seems our Mary Poppins episode is about to begin! We're having a jolly holiday with Mary (and our special guest, Blayke) this week to discuss one of our favorite films in the Disney canon: Mary Poppins! Join us for a supercalifragilisticexpialidocious time...
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Ep. 19: The Sword in the Stone: Hotigus Fotigus, Where's the Plotigus?
This week's episode takes a dive into the relationship between predator and prey- I mean the Disney classic, The Sword in the Stone. Arthur is destined to become King of England, so Merlin sets out to teach him some life lessons about breaking squirrels' hearts and letting others rescue you from...
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Ep. 18: 101 Dalmatians: See Spots. See Spots Run.
Puppies, puppies everywhere! Erik is out this week, so Victoria and Katelyn delve into dalmatian dots and devilish divas to discuss Disney's 101 Dalmatians. Join us for a breakdown of the new xeroxing animation process, thoughts on Cruella's background (and her killer theme song), and Victoria's...
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1950's Disney Decade Review
Ring a-ding-ding! It's time for another Disney Decade Review! This time we're tackling the five films of the fabulous fifties, featuring some of the most beloved Disney classics. Join us for a breakdown of our thoughts, our Disney Decade Awards, and some feedback from listeners (proving we are…
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Ep. 17: Sleeping Beauty: "It's Perfectly Safe to Let Our Guard Down - Even for a Second."
We're talking about Sleeping Beauty this week, one of Disney's most beautiful and iconic films! Victoria's friend Rachel joins us to discuss gorgeous animation, plot conveniences, and fairies who just cannot make a logical decision to save Aurora's life. It's the 14th century, and we're marrying...
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Ep. 16: Lady and the Tramp: Also They're Dogs
Ahh Lady and the Tramp...that charming love story of a gal from the nice part of town and a guy from the wrong side of the tracks, both finding love in unexpected places...like the back alley of an Italian restaurant. Oh, did we mention they're dogs? If you enjoy our podcast, please rate us and...
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Trip a Little List Fantastic Ep. 2: Mother Knows Top 5 Questionable Disney Parenting Decisions
Come Trip a Little List Fantastic with us in our new Podcast series! In the second episode, Victoria and special guest Katelyn discuss some dearly beloved Disney parents and the questionable decisions that gave us Disney plots. We talk about parents who tried and failed and parents who didn't try...
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Trip a Little List Fantastic: Ep. 1 BONUS Frozen and Disney Pattern Discussion
In our very first Trip a Little List Fantastic episode, Blayke and I had a long conversation that went very off-topic. We discussed Hans from Frozen as a villain and some of our issues with Frozen as a whole. During this conversation, I also explained my sort-of theory of how Disney films have...
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Ep. 15: Peter Pan: It's a Bird! It's a Plane! It's a Buncha Kids!
This episode is all about the boy who never grew up, Peter Pan! That's right, he stayed a child forever, with a total lack of empathy or care for other people...who needs adult things like that, right? If you enjoy our podcast, please rate us and leave us a review! You can also learn more or...
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Ep. 14: Alice in Wonderland: Where Everything’s Made Up and the Plot Doesn’t Matter
We’ve come a long way, and we’ve finally made it to our favorite Disney film. Join us for discussion, quotes, and character impressions that Victoria has been doing since she was 14 as we break down just why we love this film so much that we named our daughter after the title character. We’re in…
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Ep. 13: Cinderella: Slipper? I Hardly Know Her!
In this episode, we talk about one of Disney's most popular and enduring classics, Cinderella! It’s like if Snow White had a personality and a singing voice NOT designed to break glass. If you enjoy our podcast, please rate us and leave us a review! You can also learn more or contact the show at...
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1940's Disney Decade Review
We've made it through the 40's! Join us for this special decade review as we reflect on our film-watching journey through the Golden Age of Disney and discuss some overall thoughts, changing opinions, and what we enjoyed most about this era of Disney films (hint: It's not Three Caballeros). If…
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Ep. 12: So Dear to My Heart: Screen Doors? Where We're Going, We Don't Need Screen Doors...
It's Little House on the Prairie meets Michael Bay in this classic Disney film where, surprisingly, the crotchety religious woman is the most sensible character. Join us as we discuss our last film of the 40's! Thanks so much for listening! If you enjoy our podcast, please rate us and leave us a...
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Ep. 11: Fun & Fancy Free and The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad: Beans, Bears, Battlestar Galactica
In this episode we learn how bears show affection and why you shouldn't sell real estate in a bar. Typical Disney, really. Thanks so much for stopping by, and we hope you enjoy the episode! If you enjoy our podcast, please rate us and leave us a review! You can also learn more or contact the show...
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Ep. 10: Toy Story 4: You’ve Got a Friend in...Trash?
After 9 years, we finally have the film no one asked for but everyone’s going to watch anyway! Join us this week for emotional damage and existential crises as we delve into some intense and complicated feelings on 2019’s Toy Story 4! If you enjoy our podcast, please rate us and leave us a…
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Trip a Little List Fantastic Ep. 1: Be Prepared for Top 10 Disney Villains
Come Trip a Little List Fantastic with us in our new Podcast series! In this inaugural episode, Victoria and special guest Blayke dig into the Disney villains to rank our top 10 favorite baddies. We discuss what makes these characters villainous and what makes their villainy so appealing. From...
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Ep. 9: Melody Time & Make Mine Music: At Least We Have the Andrews Sisters
This week, we're baseball bailing, bustle bumping, and bonnet betrothing as we make our way through the myriad of shorts that make up Make Mine Music (1946) and Melody Time (1948). Join us for some dark Disney shorts and fun southern accents as we discuss our love of the Andrews Sisters and...
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BONUS EPISODE: Aladdin (2019 Remake): Will's Blue Da Ba Dee Da Ba Daa
In this special bonus episode, we review the newly released live-action remake of 1992's Aladdin! Join us for a discussion of great character arcs, iffy CGI, and questionable use of slow-mo. If you enjoy our podcast, please rate us and leave us a review! You can also learn more or contact the…
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Ep. 8 - Victory Through Air Power: Or How I Learned to Stop Trench Warfare and Love Long-Range Bombing
It's time for more Disney propaganda! This time it's not about what a happy family the Disney animators are, but instead about the tactical advantages of long-range bombing during WWII. It's actually a lot better than it sounds. The movie, not the bombing. Katelyn returns as a special guest! If…
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Ep. 7 - Saludos Amigos & Three Caballeros: Latin America & Lusty Birds
In today's episode, we tackle two short, related films. One of which is a heartfelt and inspired look at Latin America and the other is about Donald Duck trying to get a human mate. It was a weird 70 minutes, guys. If you enjoy our podcast, please rate us and leave us a review! You can also learn...
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Ep. 6 - Bambi: BIRD BIRD BIRD BIRD
Special guest and personal friend Katelyn joins us as we review Disney's classic, Bambi. Is it as sad as they say? Will it make me a vegetarian? What the heck is twitterpating? ALL WILL BE REVEALED! If you enjoy our podcast, please rate us and leave us a review! You can also learn more or contact...
About this show
A Disney-loving husband and wife team takes on the grueling, yet magical challenge of watching and reviewing every Walt Disney animated film. New episodes on Wednesdays!
Note: This is a fan-made podcast and is not affiliated with the Walt Disney Company in any way.
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