Best Notable Books Club Podcasts (2025)

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S6 E4 Michigan Indian Boarding School Survivors Speak out with Sharon Brunner 1:05:25

23d ago1:05:25

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Season 6: Episode 4 --The UP Notable Book Club presents Sharon M. Brunner speaking about her book "Michigan Indian Boarding School Survivors Speak Out."The Crystal Falls Community District Library in partnership with the U.P. Publishers & Authors Association (UPPAA) presents author events with winners of the UP Notable Book List. Make sure to like …

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Composer Jeff Morrow Unveils Scoring Disney's "Snow White" 53:49

12d ago53:49

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Emmy-nominated composer Jeff Morrow held the mighty job of crafting a score for the live-action adaptation of Disney’s first animated feature. 2025’s Snow White takes our heroine and countless memorable characters into a new landscape for which Jeff has a fertile playing ground to capture whimsy, darkness, and everything in between. On this episode…

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Deconstructing "Pocahontas" 30 Years Later with Dr. Michelle Anya Anjirbag-Reeve and Dr. Peter Kunze 1:30:43

26d ago1:30:43

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Three decades later and Disney’s 33rd animated feature remains one of its most controversial for its historical inaccuracies and racial depictions. Yet Pocahontas also remains a celebrated film for its score and songs, garnering Alan Menken and Stephen Schwartz a pair of Academy Awards. On this episode of Notably Disney, host Brett Nachman leads a …

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A Salute to All 3D Shows, But Mostly Muppet*Vision 3D 54:50

2M ago54:50

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June 7 marks the end of an era, one that lasted 34 years to be precise. The closing of Jim Henson’s Muppet*Vision 3D at Disney’s Hollywood Studios signifies not only a farewell to one of the oldest and most beloved attractions in the park, but also to one of the cleverest shows that has ever existed in a Disney theme park. As the last production th…

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S6 E3 Animals Out-There W-i-l-d with Raymond Luczak 53:13

2M ago53:13

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Season 6: Episode 3 --The UP Notable Book Club presents Raymond Luczak speaking about his book "Animals out-There W-i-l-d: A Bestiary in English and ASL Gloss."The Crystal Falls Community District Library in partnership with the U.P. Publishers & Authors Association (UPPAA) presents author events with winners of the UP Notable Book List. For more i…

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Bob Weis (Former President, Walt Disney Imagineering) Engages in "Dream Chasing" in New Book 1:04:45

2M ago1:04:45

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For more than 70 years Walt Disney Imagineering has been at the forefront of creating unforgettable experiences for theme park guests around the world, and one individual has played a crucial role in spearheading a vision filled with ingenuity and experimentation. Bob Weis, who presided over WDI from 2016-2012, chronicles four decades of self-descr…

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S6 E2 Lumberjack: Inside and Era in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan with Ann McGlothlin Weller 50:58

2M ago50:58

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Season 6: Episode 2 --The UP Notable Book Club presents Ann McGlothlin Weller. She is one of the surviving granddaughters of author William S. Crowe. She will be speaking about her grandfather's book "Lumberjack: Inside an Era in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan."The Crystal Falls Community District Library in partnership with the U.P. Publishers & …

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Book Review of "Dream Chasing" by Disney Imagineer Bob Weis (with Book of the Mouse Club) 1:01:32

2M ago1:01:32

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Last fall saw the release of a massive new autobiography from legendary Disney Imagineer Bob Weis, who ultimately led Walt Disney Imagineering as its president toward the end of his career with the company. Dream Chasing: My Four Decades of Success and Failure with Walt Disney Imagineering recounts Bob’s amazing time with Disney Imagineering, worki…

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Dr. Gregory Camp Examines Disney Theme Park Music 55:28

3M ago55:28

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Notably Disney commonly features conversations with composers and musicians responsible for developing many of the scores we love, including those in the theme parks. Rarely, however, has host Brett Nachman had the opportunity to speak with a musicologist who disentangles such tunes. Joining Brett on this episode is Dr. Gregory Camp, a senior lectu…

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Director and Author Stephen Anderson Disentangles "Disney In-Between: The Lost Years 1966-1986" 1:27:07

3M ago1:27:07

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Animator, director, and voice artist Stephen Anderson has held a variety of roles with The Walt Disney Company for more than two decades. Perhaps he is best known as co-director of 2011’s Winnie the Pooh and 2007’s Meet the Robinsons, including as the voice of the eccentric Bowler Hat Guy. Today he joins host Brett Nachman on Notably Disney to disc…

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S6 E1 Ellie and the Midwest Goodbye with Nikki Mitchell 50:13

4M ago50:13

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Season 6: Episode 1 --The UP Notable Book Club presents Nikki Mitchell speaking about her book "Ellie and the Midwest Goodbye."The Crystal Falls Community District Library in partnership with the U.P. Publishers & Authors Association (UPPAA) presents author events with winners of the UP Notable Book List. Make sure to like and subscribe so you don'…

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Arranging the Full Score of Disney's Cinderella with Shawn Degenhart 46:56

4M ago46:56

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Before the clock strikes the 75th anniversary of Walt Disney’s masterpiece Cinderella, the release of the full written score of the animated film invites musicians and aficionados to engage with this work. Today’s guest on Notably Disney is arranger and orchestrator Shawn Degenhart, responsible for this new release. Shawn joins host Brett Nachman t…

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25 Favorite Disney Songs of the Past 25 Years with Tammy Tuckey (Part 2) 1:07:38

4M ago1:07:38

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On this second part of a two-part special episode, host Brett Nachman is joined by podcaster and performer Tammy Tuckey as they continue to share their selections of their 25 favorite Disney songs from the past 25 years. Top picks include tunes by Robert Lopez and Kristen Anderson-Lopez, Alan Mencken, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and more! Be sure to follow…

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25 Favorite Disney Songs of the Past 25 Years with Tammy Tuckey (Part 1) 1:13:45

5M ago1:13:45

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As we enter a new quarter-century, it only seems appropriate to look back at the last 25 years, essentially 2000-2024. Many Disney songs have debuted over this period across all spaces, including film, television, the parks, Broadway stage, and across divisions like Pixar, Marvel, and more. This is a perfect opportunity to highlight what are some o…

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01: What Happened in the Mountains 15:39

5M ago15:39

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More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Jules Verne

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02: I Reach Morganton 16:31

5M ago16:31

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03: The Great Eyrie 23:08

5M ago23:08

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04: A Meeting of the Automobile Club 17:05

5M ago17:05

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05: Along the Shores of New England 17:10

5M ago17:10

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06: The First Letter 11:15

5M ago11:15

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07: A Third Machine 17:35

5M ago17:35

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More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Jules Verne

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08: At Any Cost 19:31

5M ago19:31

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More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Jules Verne

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09: The Second Letter 2:19

5M ago2:19

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10: Outside the Law 14:29

5M ago14:29

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11: The Campaign 18:30

5M ago18:30

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12: Black Rock Creek 17:59

5M ago17:59

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13: On Board the Terror 17:58

5M ago17:58

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14: Niagara 23:53

5M ago23:53

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15: The Eagle’s Nest 18:08

5M ago18:08

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16: Robur the Conqueror 11:26

6M ago11:26

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S5: E9: Death's Door: The Truth Behind Michigan's Largest Mass Murder with Steve Lehto 1:06:10

6M ago1:06:10

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Season 5: Episode 9 --The UP Notable Book Club presents Steve Lehto speaking about his book "Death's Door: The Truth Behind Michigan's Largest Mass Murder."The Crystal Falls Community District Library in partnership with the U.P. Publishers & Authors Association (UPPAA) presents author events with winners of the UP Notable Book List. For more infor…

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Singer Stephen Scaccia Covers the Disney Catalogue 1:02:28

6M ago1:02:28

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The videos created by today’s guest, a singer whose powerful and crisp voice delights listeners from ear to ear, have generated millions of views. Stephen Scaccia belts out tunes from our favorite artists across his many social media platforms and via live performances. Some pieces stem from classic Disney films, for which many have seen on YouTube…

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17: In the Name of the Law 25:25

6M ago25:25

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More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Jules Verne

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18: The Old Housekeeper’s Last Comment 6:14

6M ago6:14

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More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Jules Verne

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Author Seth Kubersky Previews "The Unofficial Guide to Universal Orlando 2025" and "The Unofficial Guide to Disneyland 2025" 53:28

6M ago53:28

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As we reach the end of 2024, many individuals may start thinking about planning their next vacation. Returning to Notably Disney is travel journalist Seth Kubersky, the longtime author behind The Unofficial Guide to Disneyland and The Unofficial Guide to Universal Orlando series. The Disneyland 2025 book was recently released, with Universal Orland…

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"Music by John Williams" Documentary Review with Trent Vactor 1:03:12

6M ago1:03:12

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When you think of film scores, perhaps one name comes to mind more than any other: the legendary John Williams. In the new documentary on Disney+, entitled Music by John Wililams, director Laurent Bouzereau helps tell the story and impact of John’s work across the worlds of film, music, and more. Along the way we hear from the maestro himself, alon…

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S5: E8: The Midwife's Touch with Sue Harrison 1:02:38

7M ago1:02:38

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Season 5: Episode 8 --The UP Notable Book Club presents Sue Harrison speaking about her book "The Midwife's Touch."The Crystal Falls Community District Library in partnership with the U.P. Publishers & Authors Association (UPPAA) presents author events with winners of the UP Notable Book List. Make sure to like and subscribe so you don't miss any f…

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Disney Legend Martha Blanding and Author Tim O'Day Discuss "Groundbreaking Magic" Book 1:15:53

7M ago1:15:53

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What makes a true Disney legend? On this episode of Notably Disney, host Brett Nachman speaks with the woman featured in a moving and personal title just published by Disney Editions. In Groundbreaking Magic: A Black Woman’s Journey through The Happiest Place on Earth, recently-named Disney Legend Martha Blanding tells her decades-long story of rea…

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Author David A. Bossert Helps Readers "Find Your Happy Place" 1:13:42

8M ago1:13:42

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Author David A. Bossert experienced a successful career with The Walt Disney Company over multiple decades and in various roles. Over recent years he has written books for The Old Mill Press, as he has previously appeared on Notably Disney to discuss them. Find Your Happy Place: The 8 Step Guide to Boosting Your Creativity through a Personal Retrea…

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S5: E7: A Nostalgic Lens: Photographs & Essays from Michigan’s Upper Peninsula with Peter Wurdock 1:11:31

8M ago1:11:31

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Season 5: Episode 7 --The UP Notable Book Club presents Peter Wurdock speaking about his book "A Nostalgic Lens: Photographs & Essays from Michigan’s Upper Peninsula." The Crystal Falls Community District Library in partnership with the U.P. Publishers & Authors Association (UPPAA) presents author events with winners of the UP Notable Book List. Fo…

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"Walt Disney and El Grupo in Latin America" Authors Chronicle an Amazing Journey 1:08:45

8M ago1:08:45

1:08:45

15 years ago Disney released a documentary directed and written by Theodore Thomas that unveiled a relatively unexplored part of Disney history, at least in film form: when Walt and his colleagues were commissioned by the United States government to engage in a goodwill trip down to Latin and South America to forge positive relationships with their…

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Notably Disney 150th Episode Celebration featuring Past Guests 41:56

9M ago41:56

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This marks the 150th episode of Notably Disney. How time flies. Five and a half years later, host Brett Nachman continues to find joy and magic in producing this podcast that spotlights the important contributions that Disney authors, musicians, composers, and songwriters make in the world of Disney, as well as the fun and engagement that fellow Di…

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S5: E5: The Great Seney Fire: A History of the Walsh Ditch Fire of 1976 with Greg Lusk 1:04:20

9M ago1:04:20

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The Crystal Falls Community District Library in partnership with the U.P. Publishers & Authors Association (UPPAA) presents author events with winners of the UP Notable Book List. For more information please visit the links below www.UPPAA.org www.UPNotable.com www.amazon.com/Great-Seney-Fire-History-Walsh/dp/0578959089 GREGORY M. LUSK, a native Yo…

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Lyricist and Vocalist Elyse Willis Adds Character to Mickey Mouse Toons and Other Tunes 1:21:23

9M ago1:21:23

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Elyse Willis is an accomplished vocalist and lyricist, having joined Notably Disney several years ago alongside her husband, composer Christopher Willis, to discuss their contributions to the amazing Mickey Mouse shorts. On this episode of Notably Disney, Elyse returns to discuss with host Brett Nachman the business and working life of a vocalist, …

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D23 2024 Music and Panels Recap with Aaron Wallace 2:07:42

9M ago2:07:42

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Author and Disney expert Aaron Wallace has long attended D23 Expo, now called D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, and recently attended the amazing Anaheim experience. Aaron, a longtime guest and friend of the podcast, is here to join host Brett Nachman to dish on everything he experienced and what we as Disney aficionados can be excited about over…

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S5: E6: Who Am I? with Julie Buchholtz 57:31

10M ago57:31

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Season 5: Episode 6--The UP Notable Book Club presents Julie Buchholtz speaking about her book "Who Am I?." The Crystal Falls Community District Library in partnership with the U.P. Publishers & Authors Association (UPPAA) presents author events with winners of the UP Notable Book List. For more information please visit the links below www.UPPAA.or…

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Composer and Singer Noah Sunday-Lefkowitz Honors the Obscure Disney Songbook 1:24:58

10M ago1:24:58

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Whereas sometimes social media and online videos can be filled with much noise, other times this content brings unbridled joy to users and viewers. Actor, composer, singer, and songwriter Noah Sunday-Lefkowitz is one of those people who exudes brightness, creativity, and optimism in all of his work, crafting videos and performances across his chann…

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If You Like These Disney Songs, Then You'll Love These Recommendations, 2nd Edition 1:14:23

11M ago1:14:23

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Earlier in 2024 on Notably Disney, host Brett Nachman and guest Matthew Hodge (professor and author) discussed some of their favorite Disney songs and scores, and then provided recommendations on other selections that you may not have heard of. Today the duo is back, specifically to discuss their recommendations of Disney songs if you enjoy other s…

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Honoring the Late Richard M. Sherman with Authors Jeff Kurtti and Jim Fanning 1:23:19

11M ago1:23:19

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On May 25, 2024 the world lost a legendary songwriter emblematic of the term Disney Legend. Richard M. Sherman, who, with his brother Robert, wrote some of the most beloved songs of the 20th century and into the 21st century, too, passed away at the age of 95. It’s almost impossible to sum up Richard’s life and legacy in the span of a few sentences…

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If You Like These Disney Scores, Then You'll Love These Recommendations, 2nd Edition 1:20:02

12M ago1:20:02

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Earlier in 2024 on Notably Disney, host Brett Nachman and guest Matthew Hodge (professor and author) discussed some of their favorite Disney songs and scores, and then provided recommendations on other selections that you may not have heard of. Today the duo is back, specifically to discuss their recommendations of Disney scores if you enjoy other …

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