Synergy Loves Company: How Disney Connects to Everything

In today's episode, we're riding a wave of Disney magic with the Beach Boys. Host Eric takes us on a journey through the intertwined history of the iconic surf rock band and the Disney empire, just in time for the debut of the Disney+ documentary about the band!. From their songs featured in Disney projects to their collaborations with Annette Funicello and appearances in TV shows like Home Improvement, the Beach Boys have left an undeniable mark on the Disney universe. So, grab your surfboard and get ready to catch some good vibrations as we explore the synergy between the Beach Boys and Disney. This is an episode you won't want to miss, so let's jump in and uncover the magic! Thanks for listening to Synergy Loves Company: How Disney Connects to Everything. https://www.synergylovescompany.com Donate to the show: https://ko-fi.com/synergylovescompany Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@synergylovescompany Twitter: https://twitter.com/EricHSynergy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/synergylovescompany Instagram and Threads :https://www.instagram.com/synergylovescompany/ “Episode Music Music courtesy of Melodie Music melod.ie” Beach Boys pic Peter Chiapperino(CC BY 2.0) Read transcript

In this episode of Synergy Loves Company, host Eric jumps into the connections between Disney and Las Vegas. From exploring the Disney-like spaces in Las Vegas to examining the influence of Disney on the city's resorts and attractions, Eric uncovers the surprising ties between the two entertainment giants. He discusses the Disney connections in various Las Vegas resorts, the intertwining of MGM and Disney history, and the impact of Disney personnel, including Kenny Ortega and Michael Curry, on major Las Vegas attractions. Look out for his recommendation for the newest Themed Entertainment space setting the bar for the future. Join Eric as he unravels the fascinating links between Disney and Las Vegas! Thanks for listening to Synergy Loves Company: How Disney Connects to Everything. https://www.synergylovescompany.com Donate to the show: https://ko-fi.com/synergylovescompany Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@synergylovescompany Twitter: https://twitter.com/EricHSynergy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/synergylovescompany Instagram and Threads :https://www.instagram.com/synergylovescompany/ “Episode Music Music courtesy of Melodie Music melod.ie” Read transcript

In this episode, Eric dives deep into the world of Disney Legends with guest Jamie Hecker, Author of Disney Legends: Makers of Magic Vol. 1. Eric tries to find an answer to the question What Makes a Disney Legend, Jamie helps him figure out what it takes by reflecting on past inductees and discussing potential future honorees. From visual artists and animators to composers and actors, the conversation delves into the significant impact these individuals have had on the Disney legacy. You will have a newfound appreciation for these remarkable individuals and their contributions to the Disney universe. This year’s Disney Legend Honorees: https://d23.com/disney-legends-2024/ Find more Jamie Hecker: Books: https://jamieheckerwriter.com/ Photography: https://kmfphotography.com/ *Podcast Cover Art photo by Jamie Hecker KMF Photography Thanks for listening to Synergy Loves Company: How Disney Connects to Everything. https://www.synergylovescompany.com Donate to the show: https://ko-fi.com/synergylovescompany Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@synergylovescompany Twitter: https://twitter.com/EricHSynergy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/synergylovescompany Instagram and Threads :https://www.instagram.com/synergylovescompany/ Read transcript

In this episode, Eric takes us on a behind-the-scenes cinematic journey through his visit to the Warner Brothers studio tour in Burbank, California. He explores the connections between Disney and the iconic Hollywood studio, revealing surprising ties and shared histories. From classic movies to beloved sitcoms, Eric uncovers the Disney magic in unexpected places. Disney Parks experiences like the Great Movie Ride, and Ellen’s Energy Adventure, as well as classic movies like Dick Tracey, have ties to this iconic Studio run by one of Disney’s biggest competitors throughout the years! Join us as we delve into the enchanting world of Hollywood and Disney, and discover the synergy that unites them. Thanks for listening to Synergy Loves Company: How Disney Connects to Everything. https://www.synergylovescompany.com Donate to the show: https://ko-fi.com/synergylovescompany Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@synergylovescompany Twitter: https://twitter.com/EricHSynergy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/synergylovescompany Instagram and Threads :https://www.instagram.com/synergylovescompany/ “Episode Music Music courtesy of Melodie Music melod.ie” Read transcript

On this episode, we connect with Disney in a different way, as we dive into the magical world of Disneyland with special guest Kristen Carr, from The Happiest Club On Eart, and Moustalgia Fast Pass podcast. Get insider tips, recommendations, and delightful anecdotes from a Disneyland local as host Eric Hathhorn also gears up for his first visit. Eric learns how he can better connect with Disneyland, as they explore the must-do attractions, unique snacks, historical landmarks, and Events like California Adventure Food and Wine. Listen at your own risk…you will probably want to book a trip for yourself before the episode is over! To Find More from Kristen visit: https://www.thehappiestclubonearth.com/ Thanks for listening to Synergy Loves Company: How Disney Connects to Everything. https://www.synergylovescompany.com Donate to the show: https://ko-fi.com/synergylovescompany Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@synergylovescompany Twitter: https://twitter.com/EricHSynergy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/synergylovescompany Instagram and Threads :https://www.instagram.com/synergylovescompany/ Read transcript

In today's episode, we're diving deep into the classic 1954 film "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea" with friends from Rare Cuts Media Society. Synergy Host Eric and the rest of the Rare Cust team, Rob Lachcik, Andrew Jagoda, and Mike Ross explore the film's iconic elements, from Kirk Douglas' unexpected musical numbers to the portrayal of Captain Nemo. They also discuss the historical significance of the movie, its blockbuster status, and its impact on Disney's entertainment legacy. So sit back, relax, and join us as we navigate the depths of this cinematic adventure! Oh yeah….and Eric takes a look at the 20K leagues experiences in the history of Disney Parks. Visit https://rarecutsmediasociety.com for more rare cuts media society Thanks for listening to Synergy Loves Company: How Disney Connects to Everything. https://www.synergylovescompany.com Donate to the show: https://ko-fi.com/synergylovescompany Instagram and Threads:https://www.instagram.com/synergylovescompany/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@synergylovescompany Twitter: https://twitter.com/EricHSynergy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/synergylovescompany Read transcript

Swifties and Disney Fans have a lot in common! In this episode, Eric is joined by his friend Sarah Jagoda and his daughter Maddie: Two Disney and Taylor Swift fans, to better help him understand the Eras and the Fandom. Together they play a game called EARas (get it like Mickey Ears) where the swifties try to determine which Disney Character best fits the vibe of the era. All the while Eric points out what Taylor was directly working on with the Walt Disney Company during that Era. Thanks for listening to Synergy Loves Company: How Disney Connects to Everything. https://www.synergylovescompany.com Donate to the show: https://ko-fi.com/synergylovescompany Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@synergylovescompany Twitter: https://twitter.com/EricHSynergy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/synergylovescompany Instagram and Threads :https://www.instagram.com/synergylovescompany/ Read transcript

Eric looks back at one of the origins of his Disney obsession. DTV was Disney Channel’s answer to MTV in the 1980s. Each episode of the series featured Disney animation clips choreographed to popular music of the time. Eric explores the impact MTV had on Disney’s decision to make this series. He takes a look at the legacy of DTV in Disney History, and exposes some parallels between Walt Disney Productions in the early 1980s and the Walt Disney Company today. Eric also talks, probably too much about the Eurythmics! Thanks for listening to Synergy Loves Company: How Disney Connects to Everything. https://www.synergylovescompany.com Donate to the show: https://ko-fi.com/synergylovescompany Instagram and Threads:https://www.instagram.com/synergylovescompany/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@synergylovescompany Twitter: https://twitter.com/EricHSynergy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/synergylovescompany Read transcript

Matt Parrish from the thirty20eight podcast stops by to talk about Disney Super Bowl halftime shows! Since 1977 The Walt Disney Company has produced six Super Bowl Halftime shows. Two were Small World Themed, two were tributes to Hollywood, and all of them were Spectacular. Shows feature stars like Mickey Rooney, George Burns, the New Kids on the Block, President George H.W. Bush, Phil Collins, Christina Aguilera, and Indiana Jones! Matt helps Eric put each performance in context with pop culture, historical events, and of course, what was happening in the Disney Company at the time! You can find more of Matt Parrish on the Thirty20eight: https://www.instagram.com/thirty20eight?igsh=NHVqbjhyMWludGFs https://thirty20eight.libsyn.com/ And on Parrishable: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/parrishable/id1688333211 Thanks for listening to Synergy Loves Company: How Disney Connects to Everything. https://www.synergylovescompany.com Donate to the show: https://ko-fi.com/synergylovescompany Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@synergylovescompany Twitter: https://twitter.com/EricHSynergy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/synergylovescompany Instagram and Threads:https://www.instagram.com/synergylovescompany/ Read transcript

Join Eric for a Look into Disney 100: the Exhibition now on display in Chicago. In this episode, he recounts his visit to the pop-up exhibit and counts down his favorite items from each of the ten galleries on display. Disney 100: the Exhibition was presented by the Walt Disney Archives as part of the 100 Years of Wonder Celebration. The traveling exhibit that started in Philadelphia is currently stopped in Chicago but will soon be heading to Kansas City! Also, Eric looks ahead to 2024 and his New Year's Resolutions for the future of the Show, As well as some upcoming Disney-themed travel that is sure to make it into some future episodes! Thanks for listening to Synergy Loves Company: How Disney Connects to Everything. https://www.synergylovescompany.com Donate to the show: https://ko-fi.com/synergylovescompany Disney 100 - Books mentioned in this episode! The Story of Disney 100 Years of Wonder by John Baxter and Bruce C. Steel: https://a.co/d/2DEFMGh The Art of Coloring - Disney 100 Years of Wonder: https://a.co/d/bkEf5Sx Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@synergylovescompany Twitter: https://twitter.com/EricHSynergy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/synergylovescompany Instagram and Threads:https://www.instagram.com/synergylovescompany/ Read transcript

Eric Welcomes Super Star Wars fan Andrew from the Rare Cuts Media Society to talk all about George Lucas and Disney…but not necessarily Star Wars. George Lucas has been a force in filmmaking technology in the movies he made and the Companies he started, Like Industrial Light and Magic (ILM). But he also did a lot for the Disney Company and that was all before he sold his LucasFilm to Disney. In this episode, the conversation focuses more on Indiana Jones Disney Parks Attractions, Pixar Animation technology, Michael Jackson using the Force as Captain EO, and a strange little movie called Strange Magic! Oh, yeah….we do talk about Star Wars too. Andrew appeared once before on the first episode of Synergy Loves Company: Aerosmith and Disney! Listen here: https://synergylovescompany.com/episode/aerosmith-and-disney You can find more andrew on Rare Cuts Media Society: https://rarecutsmediasociety.com Thanks for listening to Synergy Loves Company: How Disney Connects to Everything. https://www.synergylovescompany.com Donate to the show: https://ko-fi.com/synergylovescompany Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@synergylovescompany Twitter: https://twitter.com/EricHSynergy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/synergylovescompany Instagram and Threads :https://www.instagram.com/synergylovescompany/ Read transcript

Read transcript Eric shares a special Christmas list with you this holiday season. It's a list of Disney Christmas History! Fun and exciting ways you can learn more about Christmas and Disney. He offers up some of his favorite Disney Christmas books to stuff in your stocking, films to cozy up and watch in the light of your Christmas tree, and podcasts to punctuate all of your Christmas season tasks. He also takes a look back at a full calendar year of podcasting! Join us on this look into Disney and Christmas through some great resources. You’ll wanna Add these to your own Christmas list! Resources mentioned in the episode: Books: Holiday Magic at the Disney Parks: Celebrations Around the World from Fall to Winter (Disney Editions Deluxe) https://a.co/d/22MdY5W From All of Us to All of You: Disney Christmas Card, The (Disney Editions Deluxe) https://a.co/d/41OuNWe The Vault of Walt Volume 7: Christmas Edition: Yuletide Tales of Walt Disney, Disney Theme Parks, Cartoons & More https://a.co/d/2ll0S8h Films: "Disneyland Around the Seasons (Walt Disney's Wonderful World of Color: 1961-69)" on Disney+. https://www.disneyplus.com/movies/disneyland-around-the-seasons-walt-disneys-wonderful-world-of-color-1961-69/3mJz5GTzFnRY "Decorating Disney: Holiday Magic" on Disney+. https://www.disneyplus.com/movies/decorating-disney-holiday-magic/4QLrT8IeJAt5 "Christmas with Walt Disney" on Disney+. https://www.disneyplus.com/movies/christmas-with-walt-disney/PJgws2cvpP5F Podcasts: Disney History Institute - Disneyland’s first Christmas: https://youtu.be/OpNA9aMkDvk?si=dkyo0LYUmCoDg2jm Thirty20eight - #115 Holidayology: https://thirty20eight.libsyn.com/thirty20eight-115-disney-holidayology Book of the Mouse - #68: A Christmas Carol https://bookofthemouseclub.libsyn.com/68-a-christmas-carol-by-charles-dickens-ft-guest-reader-dr-paul-cote-celebrating-mickeys-christmas-carol-the-muppet-christmas-carol-disneys-a-christmas-carol Bonus: Emmet Otter's Jug Band Christmas on Rare Cuts Media Society - http://rarecutsmediasociety.com/episode/a01f856d/tv-movie-emmet-otter-s-jugband-christmas Thanks for listening to Synergy Loves Company: How Disney Connects to Everything. https://www.synergylovescompany.com Donate to the show: https://ko-fi.com/synergylovescompany Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@synergylovescompany Twitter: https://twitter.com/EricHSynergy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/synergylovescompany Instagram and Threads :https://www.instagram.com/synergylovescompany/

Just in time for Thanksgiving, Eric Serves up a feast of Disney Turkeys from both onscreen and in real life. Turkeys in Shorts like Chicken Little, Cold Turkey with Pluto, and Turkey Catchers featuring Mickey Donald and Pluto. For a healthy portion of American History, he explores Disney’s ties to the Presidents and the original Modern Thanksgiving Celebration. He also takes a bite out of one of the most polarizing Disney Snacks from the parks…the Turkey Leg. Join us on this look into Disney Turkeys and make sure to stick around for some leftovers. You’ll be thankful you did! Thanks for listening to Synergy Loves Company: How Disney Connects to Everything. https://www.synergylovescompany.com Donate to the show: https://ko-fi.com/synergylovescompany Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@synergylovescompany Twitter: https://twitter.com/EricHSynergy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/synergylovescompany Instagram and Threads:https://www.instagram.com/synergylovescompany/ Read transcript

Join Eric for a trip report of his exploration of the Walt Disney Birthplace in Chicago. Uncover the humble beginnings of the Disney legacy as he delves into the historical significance of the home where Walt and Roy Disney were born. He visited during Open House Chicago and during the Disney 100 years of Wonder anniversary of the Walt Disney Company when the birthplace opens its doors to the public for the first time. Also learn the story behind the O-zell Soda brand, intricately tied to the Disney family's history. Thanks for listening to Synergy Loves Company: How Disney Connects to Everything. https://www.synergylovescompany.com Donate to the show: https://ko-fi.com/synergylovescompany Websites for the Walt Disney Birthplace Restoration Project:https://www.thewaltdisneybirthplace.org/ O-zell: https://www.o-zell.com/ Open House Chicago: https://openhousechicago.org/sites/site/walt-disney-house-birthplace/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@synergylovescompany Twitter: https://twitter.com/EricHSynergy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/synergylovescompany Instagram and Threads :https://www.instagram.com/synergylovescompany/ Read transcript

Join Eric and his special guest, Smithsonian Museum Specialist, Bethanee Bemis, as they explore Mirror Mirror: Reflections of America in the Disney Parks, an Exhibit about the Disney Park’s influence on the American Narrative at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History. As the driving force behind the exhibit, Bethanee shares what goes into making a Museum Exhibit and Some of her favorite items in the collection. In addition to the Exhibit, Bethanee has also authored a book that Dives deeper into the topic of Disney and the American Narrative. To find out more about Bethanee Bemis and her book and Exhibit: Museum Exhibit: https://americanhistory.si.edu/mirror-mirror Book: https://a.co/d/aWhAK7d Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethaneebemis Twitter: https://twitter.com/bbemisdalessio Thanks for listening to Synergy Loves Company: How Disney Connects to Everything. https://www.synergylovescompany.com Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@synergylovescompany Twitter: https://twitter.com/EricHSynergy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/synergylovescompany Instagram and Threads :https://www.instagram.com/synergylovescompany/ Bsky.social: https://bsky.app/profile/erichsynergy.bsky.social Read transcript

Raise a glass to the Disney Family of Wines! Join Eric and his special guest, Keri, his wife, as they pop the corks on a collection of wines known as the Disney Family of Wines. Once a staple at the Disney Food and Wine Festivals and on menus at Disney restaurants, the family of wines has had a presence in the parks. Each wine in the Disney Family of Wines has a special connection to the Disney company. Some include Diane Disney Miller and Ron Miller's Silverado Winery, The Original Disney Legend, Fred MacMurray's Family Winery, and Davy Crockett's Fess Parker's Winery. Eric and Keri sample some of the wines and explore their significance, while sharing personal Disney stories. Keri suggests great causes to support at: https://communitysharesusa.org/ Thanks for listening to Synergy Loves Company: How Disney Connects to Everything. https://www.synergylovescompany.com Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@synergylovescompany Twitter: https://twitter.com/EricHSynergy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/synergylovescompany Instagram and Threads:https://www.instagram.com/synergylovescompany/ Bsky.social: https://bsky.app/profile/erichsynergy.bsky.social Read transcript

In this Very Special Episode, Eric celebrates National Library Card Sign Up Month! What better way to celebrate getting your library card than with a countdown of my favorite Disney Librarians done in Dewey Decimal Style! We take a look at animated librarians, like Monsters University. Disney Junior Librarians Like in Mira Royal Detective. Movie Detectives like Abigail Chase from National Treasure. And even Real Life Disney Librarians like Dave Smith, The founder of the Walt Disney Archives! You should definitely Check it Out! (library pun intended) Get your Free Synergy Loves Company stuff: https://forms.gle/8TtNT86NSQVGngVPA Thanks for listening to Synergy Loves Company: How Disney Connects to Everything. https://www.synergylovescompany.com Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@synergylovescompany Twitter: https://twitter.com/EricHSynergy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/synergylovescompany Instagram and Threads :https://www.instagram.com/synergylovescompany/ Read transcript

Join Eric as he explores the connections between Disney and Steve Martin. Most recently Steve Martin has co-created Only Murders in the Building For Disney’s 20th Century television and Hulu. But he has a much deeper history with the company. Though he has acted in a few Touchstone Films and published some books under Disney’s Hyperion Press, Disney has actually done more for Steve Martin. In this episode, we focus on Steve Martin’s first jobs at Disneyland that shaped the work he would do in his standup career. This is the Second episode in a mini-series focusing on the cast of Only Murders in the Building! We take a look at the three main protagonists and discover which one is the true Disney Legend! Free stickers and magnets: https://forms.gle/AcgHTwWgcxryAyjj7 Thanks for listening to Synergy Loves Company: How Disney Connects to Everything. https://www.synergylovescompany.com Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@synergylovescompany Twitter: https://twitter.com/EricHSynergy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/synergylovescompany Instagram and Threads:https://www.instagram.com/synergylovescompany/ Special Episode Music by Keyframe_Audio from Pixabay Music by Julius H. from Pixabay Music by Charles Shomo from Pixabay Music by Trygve Larsen from Pixabay Read transcript

Join Eric as he explores the connections between Disney and Martin Short. Short plays Oliver Putnam in Only Murders in the Building for Disney’s Hulu. But that's not the first time Martin Short worked with the Walt Disney Company! Martin Short has starred in Disney and Touchstone Movies, Done voice-over work for animated projects, Guest Starred in many Disney television shows, and Taken the lead role in Disney Parks films around the world. This is the Second episode in a mini-series focusing on the cast of Only Murders in the Building! We take a look at the three main protagonists and discover which one is the true Disney Legend! Thanks for listening to Synergy Loves Company: How Disney Connects to Everything. https://www.synergylovescompany.com Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@synergylovescompany Twitter: https://twitter.com/EricHSynergy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/synergylovescompany Instagram and Threads :https://www.instagram.com/synergylovescompany/ Special Episode Music by Keyframe_Audio from Pixabay Read transcript

Join Eric as explores the connections between Disney and Selena Gomez. Once a Disney Channel star as a kid, she has gone out on her own to pursue a more grown-up image, only to return to the Walt Disney Company in their Hulu/20th Century Television Production Only Murders in the Building. Selena had a starring role on Wizards of Waverly Plance, as well as a very successful music career with Disney’s Hollywood Records. This is the first episode in a mini-series focusing on the cast of Only Murders in the Building! Taking a look at the three main protagonists and discovering which one is the true Disney Legend! Thanks for listening to Synergy Loves Company: How Disney Connects to Everything. https://www.synergylovescompany.com Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@synergylovescompany Instagram and Threads :https://www.instagram.com/synergylovescompany/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/EricHSynergy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/synergylovescompany Special Episode Music by Keyframe_Audio from Pixabay Read transcript