Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast

Craig McFarland

beyondthemousepod@gmail.com

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Booking Overview

This is a Disney-focused weekly entertainment and travel podcast covering films, theme parks, resorts, and related fan culture, with external interviews featuring Disney actors, authors, creators, and notable Disney figures. PR agencies could credibly pitch Disney filmmakers and performers, authors of Disney-related books, theme-park and resort experts, and established Disney personalities; booking difficulty is medium, with access sometimes supported by press junkets and a demonstrated history of interviewing Disney Legends.

Metrics

Episodes: 384

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.9/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1k-10k

Gender skew: Neutral

Location: USA

Instagram: 259 followers

Contact Information

beyondthemousepod@gmail.com

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Host

Craig McFarland - Host and interviewer covering Disney films, theme parks, resorts, and related entertainment for The Front Row Network and NPR Illinois Community Voices.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Disney actors and creators, authors of Disney- or entertainment-related books, theme-park and resort experts, and notable Disney personalities or Legends.
Required Achievements:  
Acting or creative credits in Disney productions, Published books related to entertainment or popular culture, Recognition as a Disney Legend or other established Disney figure, Expertise in Disney parks, resorts, or travel

Recent Guest Discussions

Kiara Romero - Her Role In Descendants: Wicked Wonderland.

Alexandro Byrd - His Role In Descendants: Wicked Wonderland.

Liamani Segura - Her Role In Descendants: Wicked Wonderland.

Kylie Cantrall - Her Role In Descendants: Wicked Wonderland.

Malia Baker - Her Role In Descendants: Wicked Wonderland.

Recent Topics

Disney, Theme Parks, Film, TV, Travel

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast
:

Ep. 367 - D23 Predictions with Matthew Krul (Imagination Skyway)

August 08, 2026

This week we prep for the big event happening in Anaheim, August 14-16. We invite back long time friend of the show, Matthew Krul to jump into the prediction business with us. We discussed the parks panel and well as what we predict will come from the studio presentation.Featuring: Craig McFarland, Vanessa Ferguson and Brett RutherfordJOIN OUR PATREON: ⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse⁠⁠⁠⁠__________________________________________Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot!⁠⁠blog.feedspo...

Ep. 366- The Return of Disney Legend Joe Rohde

July 31, 2026

Craig and Vanessa are joined by Tristan (Of Mice and Main Street Men) to speak to Disney Legend Joe Rohde. Joe has a new book, Floating Mountain: The Art of Imagining the Impossible, available September 8. The crew speaks to Joe about his philosophy on creativity. He also speaks about the ways to work as an ensemble on a particular project. We also discuss his return to D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event as a Disney Legend. Featuring: Craig McFarland, Vanessa Ferguson and Tristan TapscottJOIN...

Ep. 365 - Aulani Honeymoon Trip Report

July 24, 2026

This week on Beyond the Mouse, Justin from Disney Dad's Podcast returns to help Craig and Zoey relive their unforgettable Hawaiian honeymoon! Their trip report begins with a magical stop at Disneyland before heading across the Pacific to Disney's Aulani Resort on Oʻahu. Along the way, they share what it was like staying at Aulani, their favorite restaurants around the island, memorable excursions and activities, and plenty of tips for anyone planning a Hawaiian vacation. Whether you're dreami...

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