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ArtalogueBallet and Artistic Direction with RWB's Artistic Director Christopher StowellChristopher Stowell was born in New York City and received his training at Pacific Northwest Ballet School and the School of American Ballet. In 1985, he joined San Francisco Ballet where he danced for 16 years, appearing in theaters throughout the world. An established interpreter of the George Balanchine repertoire, Stowell has appeared in almost every Balanchine ballet performed by San Francisco Ballet. In 2003 Stowell was named the Artistic Director of Oregon Ballet Theatre, a position he held until 2012. In 2017, Stowell was named the first Associate Artistic Director of The National Ballet of Canada, a position he held until 2022. Stowell has...2025-07-1836 min
Theme Park PulseDisney's Long History Of "Gay" EventsThis June Disney hosted a collection of LGBTQIA2S-targeted ‘pride nites’ at Disneyland. This is only the second year in Disneyland’s nearly 70 year history where the company has actually created their own pride experience…so…how was it? Christopher Beale reports from inside Disneyland After Dark: Pride Nite 2024, and Bethanee Bemis from the Smithsonian gives us the timeline of queer celebrations inside the happiest place on earth. LINKS StereotypesPodcast.org Patreon ChristopherJBeale.com2024-08-1409 min
The Biblio File hosted by Nigel BealeChristopher Long on the Genius Graphics of Lucian Bernhard“Lucian Bernhard (1883-1972) was one of the great founders of modern graphic design. In a career spanning nearly five decades in Berlin and New York, Bernhard laid the foundation for a new language of form and communication. His brilliant posters, advertisements, book designs and typefaces created the very look of the twentieth century and beyond. In this lavishly illustrated book, noted design historian Christopher Long traces Bernhard's life and career, uncovering new truths and demolishing old myths.” Long studied at the universities of Graz, Munich and Vienna, and received his doctoral degree at the University of Texas at A...2024-04-0851 min
Nigel Beale's Biblio File PodcastChristopher Long on the Genius Graphics of Lucian Bernhard“Lucian Bernhard (1883-1972) was one of the great founders of modern graphic design. In a career spanning nearly five decades in Berlin and New York, Bernhard laid the foundation for a new language of form and communication. His brilliant posters, advertisements, book designs and typefaces created the very look of the twentieth century and beyond. In this lavishly illustrated book, noted design historian Christopher Long traces Bernhard's life and career, uncovering new truths and demolishing old myths.”Long studied at the universities of Graz, Munich and Vienna, and received his doctoral degree at the University of Texas at A...2024-03-2351 min
StereotypesDrag Holiday TraditionsMy holiday gift to you, four stories about drag holiday traditions: “Thanksgiving with Carmella” by Christopher Beale “Creating Our Christmas” by Jinkx Monsoon & BenDeLaCreme “No Christingmas in Russia” by Katya Smirnoff-Skyy “Christmas Eve Eve” by J. Conrad Frank Happy holidays, see you in 2024!2023-12-0424 min
StereotypesStaging Protest & Finding Family Elizabeth Carter is a Black, queer, mother and director raising her son among the San Francisco Bay Area's LGBTQ community. Attending drag events has always been normal for their family and when politicians began trying to pass drag bans around the country, she responded by staging a show about drag queens set in Florida. Responding to hate with authenticity, and humor this time on Stereotypes. Featuring Christopher Beale, Elizabeth Carter and J.A. Valentine. - ChristopherJBeale.com 2023-11-2019 min
StereotypesDrag Icon Peaches Christ Peaches Christ is a San Francisco drag icon, a self-professed cult leader, horror queen, filmmaker, activist, comedian, and a singer all rolled into one. With a drag career spanning more than 20 years her impact on queer, drag and film culture are obvious. We talk drag, activism, RuPaul’s Drag Race, Jinkx Monsoon, Heklina and more with Peaches Christ on Stereotypes. - Hosted by: Christopher Beale Guest: Peaches Christ 2023-09-1422 min
Theme Park PulseEscaping FloridaThis week, we present an episode of our host's other podcast Stereotypes - straight talk from Queer voices. Chris and Charles are military veterans living in Central Florida with their non-binary kid Eric. They arrived in Florida just as Governor Ron DeSantis began his outright attacks on the LGBTQ+ community and now they’ve had enough. They are raising money to leave Florida and an uncertain political future.2023-09-0210 min
StereotypesStereotypes: Straight Talk from Queer VoicesChristopher J. Beale presents Stereotypes: Straight Talk from Queer Voices2023-08-2101 min
Theme Park PulseIs Walt Disney World A Hellscape?Mattel is opening a new theme park, an audio animatronic freaks out, and one columnist says that Walt Disney World has become hell on earth…what do you think? Plus, a popular theme park releases their beautiful area music on the internet. Check out Christopher's work at ChristopherJBeale.com2023-08-1911 min
Theme Park PulseDisney Upgrades Dining ReservationsDisney is updating their dining reservation systems, will it make dining on property easier? Plus, Cedar Point strands guests, and gets sued…but also announces a newish coaster! Check out Christopher's work at ChristopherJBeale.com2023-08-0506 minStereotypesEscaping Florida Chris and Charles are military veterans living in Central Florida with their non-binary kid Eric. They arrived in Florida just as Governor Ron DeSantis began his outright attacks on the LGBTQ+ community and now they’ve had enough. They are raising money to leave Florida and an uncertain political future. - DONATE TO CHRIS & CHARLES' GOFUNDME - Find Christopher Beale online at christopherjbeale.com 2023-08-0114 min
Theme Park PulseA Boss Cooler Than Mickey Mouse?An east coast theme park is hiring, and the boss is universally beloved. Plus, a new HHN house, Fantasmic reopening updates, and alcohol is coming to three restaurants at Disneyland. Check out Christopher's work at ChristopherJBeale.com2023-07-2906 minTheme Park PulseHalloween in Central FloridaThe Central Florida theme parks have announced their Halloween offerings, Christopher Beale breaks down the choices. Plus, an update from Carowinds’ broken roller coaster, and a new experience coming to Universal Studios Hollywood on this episode of Theme Park Pulse. Check out Christopher's work at ChristopherJBeale.com2023-07-1506 min
Theme Park PulseHalloween In SoCal’s ParksA South Carolina man spotted a crack in a roller-coaster support beam and sprang into action, a popular passholder event is returning, some newly-restored old Disney shorts are headed to streaming, and Christopher has the 4-1-1 on the halloween offerings in the Southern California parks. SOURCES CNN InsideUniversal D23 Disneyland Knott's Berry Farm Universal Studios Hollywood Check out Christopher's work at ChristopherJBeale.com 2023-07-0808 min
Theme Park PulseSURPRISE! Theme Park Pulse is back! After a lengthy hiatus, Theme Park Pulse is back. This week, Christopher Beale has info on 4th of July at Walt Disney World, "Rogers: The Musical" at Disney California Adventure, and a quick look at the career of retiring Disney Legend Toshio Kagami. - Support our work, and grab our shows early and ad-free on Patreon at patreon.com/nomidnight. 2023-07-0106 minStereotypesTrans Representation in TV & FilmTre'vell Anderson is an author, journalist and observer of pop culture. Over the years, as they moved through their own coming out journey, Tre'vell noticed a problem with the way Trans people are portrayed in media. Are negative representations on screen causing violence off screen? - Support Christopher's work on Patreon to hear the full 70 minute conversation behind this episode, details at christopherjbeale.com2023-06-0225 min
My Big ScoreIf Beale Street Could Talk w/ Laura StratfordWelcome back! In today's episode, writer, composer, and lyricist Laura Stratford (Arden S2, The Bone Harp) joins us to discuss Nicholas Britell's stunning score for Barry Jenkins' 2018 film If Beale Street Could Talk. We cover how Laura's work as a composer has changed how she listens to and appreciates music, the film's impressive unification of diegetic and nondiegetic music, how to musically encapsulate "love", and much, much more. Join us, won't you? ALSO! If you are in NYC on May 23rd and May 24th, 2023, you can see Laura's new musical THE BONE HARP performed for free...2023-05-1559 min
StereotypesThe Fight Over San Francisco’s Castro Theatre“The most famous gay movie theatre in the world.” - Gerard Koskovich In San Francisco’s gay neighborhood there is an ornate, historic movie Palace called the Castro Theatre. It towers over the Castro neighborhood with its bright neon blade sign, and art deco marquee. But lately, the marquee hasn’t shown much of anything, and the theater seems as deserted now as it did during the pandemic. The Castro Theatre’s new managers want to renovate the space, saying the very future of the theater depends on its flexibility, and resulting financial viability. This would invo...2023-04-0118 min
StereotypesBeing Queer in Comedy with Wonder Dave Are there enough LGBTQ+ people represented in stand-up comedy? Our guest, comedian Wonder Dave, thinks not. How he's working to change that, with a Queer Comedy Night at the San Francisco Eagle, this time on Stereotypes: Straight Talk from Queer Voices. - Support Christopher's work on Patreon with a monthly gift, and receive the full, un-edited interviews for each episode of Stereotypes and fun bonus content. - Produced by Christopher J. Beale 2023-03-0118 min
StereotypesLife & Drag with Betty Fresas One drag queen’s journey from the US Mexico Border to San Francisco. From the closet, to being an openly gay, and non-binary role model to another generation of queens. And how the support of her family and friends inspired Betty Fresas to shoot for the stars. - To hear the unedited 90 minute interview recorded for this story, click here. - Support my work with a financial gift, hear my latest and find me on social media through christopherjbeale.com 2023-02-0127 min
Theme Park PulseThe Disneyland Paris Train Scam!Chris got scammed out of €100 on his way to Disneyland Paris, here is what happened and how to avoid being a victim! - Hear the full unedited conversation (55 minutes) behind the scenes content, and bonus podcasts on our Patreon for as little as $1 a month.2022-11-3017 min
Theme Park PulseThe Skeleton Dance | Theme Park PulseAdam is back with a new Theme Park Time Machine dedicated to 1929’s “The Skeleton Dance”, and Nikki and Dave discuss the (totally predictable) price hikes coming to the Disney parks. Theme Park Time Machine was written by Adam Vargyas with edits by Josh Taylor, and sound design by Christopher Beale. - For early access to all of our programs, join us on Patreon for as little as $1 per month!2022-10-1925 min
Theme Park PulseDave and Nikki’s Excellent California Adventure | Theme Park PulseSUMMARY Dave and Nikki just got back from their first trip to the Disneyland Resort in California and want to tell you all about it before everything on the property gets replaced by the new D23 Parks announcements…yeah, we saw those too. - Help us keep making Theme Park Pulse!2022-09-2143 min
Theme Park PulseInside Halloween Horror Nights 2022 | Coffee & CarouselsThe Universal Studios Hollywood version of Halloween Horror Nights is open for the 2022 season and we were granted media access to check it out, we take you inside this year's hottest haunted houses, plus Cast Compliments on Coffee and Carousels! - Support our work on Patreon for as little as $1 a month and receive all kinds of crazy bonus content, and other fun surprises. http://patreon.com/nomidnight 2022-09-1526 min
StereotypesWrestling with Monogamy Monogamy wasn't working for Julian, so he decided to try something new. What he found, is happiness. - Catch up with Christopher, hear his work, and make a donation at http://christopherjbeale.com 2022-08-3123 min
Theme Park PulseDisney’s Unfavorable Mix | Coffee & CarouselsDisney’s latest earnings call was upfront with how they feel about Magic Key annual passholders and the results were not pretty. Plus, lots of unique announcements for the Halloween season, thievery at an Ohio park, and of course, Cast Compliments. - Check out our Patreon for bonus content!2022-08-1724 min
Theme Park PulsePoor Unfortunate TikToks | Theme Park PulseYour TikTok could get a Cast Member fired! Dave & Nikki discuss their journey towards sailing away on the Disney Wish and celebrate the career of Pat Carroll on Theme Park Pulse! - No Midnight Media are an independent podcast group, and we rely on your support to create shows like Theme Park Pulse, Coffee and Carousels, Stereotypes and Unpacked. To support our work, and hear EVERYTHING we make (yes theres more) early consider joining us on Patreon. 2022-08-1031 min
Theme Park PulseThe Summer of Theme Park Racism | Coffee & Carousels Throughout the United States, theme parks are being tied to acts of racism and classism as stock prices drop, but that's nothing new for the world of amusement parks. - No Midnight Media are an independent podcast group, and we rely on your support to create shows like Theme Park Pulse, Coffee and Carousels, Stereotypes and Unpacked. To support our work, and hear EVERYTHING we make (yes theres more) early consider joining us on Patreon. 2022-08-0325 minTheme Park PulseMake Mine Marvel…Maybe? | Theme Park Pulse Marvel Studios revealed the now-named “Multiverse Saga” at San Diego Comic-Con 2022. But with negative stories coming to light about some of the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s business practices, Dave Warwick wonders is now the best time to be excited about Marvel movies? Plus, Josh Taylor with the latest on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure and Nikki Drake tells us about the new MagicBand+ on Theme Park Pulse! - No Midnight Media are an independent podcast group, and we rely on your support to create shows like Theme Park Pulse, Coffee and Carousels, Stereotypes and Unpacked. To support our work, and hear EVERYTHING w...2022-07-2737 min
Theme Park PulseShots Fired: Iger on Chapek | Coffee & CarouselsThe gloves have come off in the saga of the two Bobs as former Disney CEO Bob Iger has spoken out about current chief Bob Chapek. Plus, someone thought a game where you shoot into a crowd of people was a good idea.2022-07-2028 min
Theme Park PulseDisney’s $5000 Image Problem | Coffee & CarouselsDid you hear the one about the drink aboard the Disney Wish that costs $5000? Plus, escape rooms at Citywalk, and what is and isn’t coming to a Disney park near you?2022-07-0521 min
Theme Park PulsePart of Our WorldTheme Park Pulse celebrates Pride with a Theme Park Time Machine retrospective on Howard Ashman and artist Andreas Deja! Plus, our Mount Rushmore of Ashman/Menken Disney songs, Ms. Marvel and more details on the Disney Wish on Theme Park Pulse!2022-06-2826 min
Theme Park PulseSummer Movie Preview | Theme Park Pulse It’s summer blockbuster season and movie marketing is out in full-force! Join us for a double-feature discussion of Jurassic World: Dominion and Top Gun: Maverick. Plus, a history of those franchises in some of our favorite parks. That’s today on Theme Park Pulse! Cast: Dave Warwick Nikki Drake Jack Milliken Editor: Christopher Beale 2022-06-1527 min
Theme Park PulseMagic Keys & Gay Days | Coffee & CarouselsDid Disneyland really kill the Magic Key? We have the latest parks news! Plus, a sea of red shirts took over Walt Disney World last week for the 21st anniversary of Gay Days, our pal Ara Wagoner (Android Police) has an update.2022-06-0725 min
Theme Park PulseWhat’s next for Disney’s Star Wars?May 25th was the anniversary of the releases of Star Wars (1977) and Return of the Jedi (1983). Obi Wan Kenobi is debuting on Disney+, and this year brings the return of the premier Star Wars fan convention Star Wars Celebration — after 2 years — and we were there! That’s today on Theme Park Pulse! - Support our work on Patreon with a monthly gift, and receive early access to all of our shows and cool exclusives! 2022-06-0141 min
Theme Park PulseGenie + Changes....Again | Coffee & CarouselsChanges to Walt Disney World's reservation system, a rumored new coaster coming to Universal Hollywood, the first maze for Halloween Horror Nights and more today on Coffee & Carousels!2022-05-2416 min
Theme Park PulseThe Circle: Disney Villains | Theme Park Pulse Imagine a world where Disney characters play “The Circle!?” Plus, “What’s New For 2022!” in regional theme parks? We have answers this week on Theme Park Pulse. Cast: Dave Warwick Nikki Drake Josh Taylor Jack Milliken Editor: Christopher Beale 2022-05-1729 min
Theme Park PulseEpcot's Future and Affordable Alternatives | Coffee & CarouselsThe politics around Disney's company town, Epcot plans, Studio Ghibli + more for the podcast debut of Coffee and Carousels. - Hosted by: Christopher Beale & Josh Taylor. Support the show on Patreon here!2022-05-0927 min
Theme Park PulseArmchair ImagineeringFlower & Garden Festival is back, more COVID restrictions have lifted, and we’re giving our best ideas to improve our favorite parks with some Armchair Imagineering today on Theme Park Pulse!2022-04-2137 min
Theme Park PulseTheme Park Pulse…In SPAAAAACE!It’s an outer space-themed episode of Theme Park Pulse! We have the latest on Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, and Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser. Plus an all-new Theme Park Time Machine on “Lilo & Stitch!” - Support our work on Patreon for early access to all of our shows, and join us on Twitch for weekly live shows! - Our other podcasts: Stereotypes - Straight Talk from Queer Voices Unpacked - Peculiar Stories from Real Life2022-03-3054 min
StereotypesA Grindr Love StoryMike & Goran met on Grindr. A few weeks later, fate complicated their relationship. How is living together after less than a month going? - Catch up with Christopher at ChristopherJBeale.com 2022-03-2113 min
Theme Park PulseSt. Patrick’s Day in the Parks!New Hidden Magic to keep your eye open for, and tips for how to spend St. Patrick's Day in the parks. Plus, Josh puts Dave and Nikki head to head in the ultimate Magic Kingdom Trivia Showdown on Theme Park Pulse! - Recorded live on Twitch.2022-03-1745 min
Theme Park PulseMoon Knight Preview | AssembleJosh, Dave, and Albie gear up for the start of Marvel's 2022 calendar with a preview of Moon Knight, a show featuring dissociative identities, Egyptian Gods, and Oscar Isaac murdering people in the night. - Assemble is available exclusively on our Patreon.2022-03-1035 min
Theme Park PulseIs there too much Marvel at Disney?From TV shows and films, to new lands and overlays, Marvel IP is moving into every area of the parks. Our panel asks the question, is it all too much?2022-03-0844 min
Theme Park PulseBest and Worst of Marvel 2021 Pt 2 | AssembleJosh and Dave take over Theme Park Pulse for part two of a special presentation of Assemble examining the best and worst of what Marvel Studios gave us in 2021. To hear more Assemble, and get other perks, sign up at Patreon.com/NoMidnight today!2022-02-2340 min
Theme Park PulseHot Take Battle Royale + Parks Proposal Pro-TipsThis week, we bring our hottest takes! Who has the best, worst, and spiciest opinions about all things parks!? Plus, ideal places to propose to your partner in the theme parks! - Support the show, pick up cool merch, and hear our sister podcasts at ThemeParkPulse.com, or join us on Twitch!2022-02-1654 min
Theme Park PulseBest and Worst of Marvel 2021 Pt 1 | AssembleJosh and Dave take over Theme Park Pulse for a special presentation of Assemble to look at the best and worst of what Marvel Studios gave us in 2021. To hear more Assemble, and get other perks, sign up at Patreon.com/NoMidnight2022-02-0941 min
Theme Park PulseThis or That: Bicoastal Park Edition + Walt Disney World 50th Vintage LineThis week we debate whether rides at Walt Disney World or Disneyland are superior. Plus, we’ll give you the scoop on the new Vault Collection: part of the Walt Disney World Resort 50th Anniversary Celebration, and a new Rollercoaster Rapidfire.2022-02-0235 min
Theme Park PulseHow much is a 50th VIP Tour? + Disney Wish and Epcot ArtsAn all-new season premieres with the first of 2 new sets of co-hosts! This week, Nikki and Dave detail the new 50th Anniversary VIP Tour to help you decide if it’s worth the cost. Plus more info on the Epcot Festival of the Arts and the upcoming maiden voyage of the Disney Cruise Line’s "Wish!"2022-01-1947 min
Theme Park PulseBill Barretta On Dizney Coast To CoastThis week, our friend Jeff DePaoli chats with Muppeteer Bill Barretta about Muppet's Haunted Mansion. - Catch the rest of Dizney Coast to Coast at DizneyCoasttoCoast.com, and the Theme Park Pulse team at ThemeParkPulse.com.2021-12-291h 08
StereotypesThe Bishop & The Bulletproof VestMeet the newly elected transgender Bishop Reverend Doctor Megan Rohrer and learn what the Bible actually says about queerness. - Get in touch, make a donation or find more of Christopher Beale's work at StereotypesPodcast.com. - To watch Bishop Rohrer's installation ceremony, click here.2021-11-2925 min
Theme Park PulseOur Destination D23 Live Season Finale!From a revamped Toontown, to larger-than-life characters, light sabers and anniversary celebrations we have all of the big announcements from Destination D23. Recorded live on Twitch, click here for the video. If you would like to support our work with a monthly gift head to our Patreon, for sister podcasts, merch and more head to ThemeParkPulse.com.2021-11-2456 min
Theme Park PulseCancelling Walt DisneyDoes the Disney Company need to distance itself from its founder? Josh Taylor and Adam Vargyas explore Walt Disney's complex legacy, and relevancy this week on Theme Park Pulse.2021-11-1712 min
Theme Park PulseDisney Paper Artist Keith Lapinig!Disney Paper Artist Keith Lapinig plays Pop Culture Trivia Tuesday live on Twitch! - Support our work on Patreon, and visit our website for more!2021-11-0329 min
Theme Park PulseStranded by SouthwestWe are back from Jack’s 21st birthday in Orlando and the travel back was…not good. Nikki has her story, Stranded by Southwest, plus Love Letters, the Parks Planning Forecast and more on Theme Park Pulse! - Support the show, buy merchandise, and more at ThemeParkPulse.com - We're live several times each week on Twitch, join us at Twitch.tv/ThemeParkPulse!2021-10-2027 min
StereotypesOut In The BayStereotypes has gone radio! Huge thanks to Eric Jansen from Out In The Bay on KALW San Francisco!2021-09-2806 min
Theme Park PulseHow "The Sword In The Stone" Saved Disney AnimationThe true story of how "The Sword In The Stone" saved Walt Disney Animation, plus Halloween Horror Nights Icons vs. IPs, the Parks Planning Forecast and more on this episode of Theme Park Pulse! - To support our work on Patreon, and pick up cool bonuses check out Patreon.com/NoMidnight.2021-09-2224 min
Theme Park PulseRemembering 9/11 with Lee & Dan CockerellFormer Walt Disney World executives share what was going on behind the scenes the morning of September 11, 2001. Contains excerpts from 9/11 at Walt Disney World.2021-09-1515 min
StereotypesThe Marijuana MinisterHis congregation, many of them healthy young men, were dying from a terrible disease. There was no cure, there still isn’t. One thing helped with the pain, marijuana, but it was illegal. The true story of how a San Francisco pastor changed the definition of “communion,” and committed felonies to comfort his flock. - Stereotypes was created, hosted, written and mixed by Christopher J. Beale. Editorial support from Josh Taylor and Kyana Moghadam. Special thanks to Jim Mitulski. - For more information on HIV testing and education head to HIV.gov2021-09-1328 min
Theme Park PulseThe Pandemic That Struck Walt DisneyDid you know that a pandemic nearly cost the world Disney? Adam has that story in Theme Park Time Machine. Plus, it's Halloween time in the domestic parks and our team has updates today on Theme Park Pulse, on the beat of themed entertainment.2021-09-0818 min
Theme Park PulseTwo Sudden Deaths (Disney Trivia Style)This week on Theme Park Pulse our trivia master Josh Taylor quizzes our panel, and special guest Ryan from "For The Love Of Theme Parks" with some really difficult Disney Trivia. Who will win, and how many questions can you get correct? - This episode brought to you by Disney Trivia Tuesday. Live each Tuesday night at 5pm west/8pm east at twitch.tv/themeparkpulse!2021-09-0129 min
Theme Park PulseWhere To Brunch At Disney Springs?We search for the perfect place to have brunch at Disney Springs, update you on the Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Celebration, check the Parks Planning Forecast, roast another parks guest behaving badly and more — this week on Theme Park Pulse!2021-08-2532 min
Theme Park PulseThe Man Who Lived At DisneylandUniversal Orlando rolling out the red carpet for APs, a new restaurant opening at EPCOT, remembering Mr. Disneyland Ron Dominguez, plus Love Letters and the Parks Planning Forecast this week on Theme Park Pulse.2021-08-1820 min
Theme Park PulseThe State Of Disney w/ Jeff DePaoli In less than 30 minutes: Our guest Jeff DePaoli from Dizney Coast to Coast on Bob Chapek and the state of Disney, updates on Magic Key and the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World, and WTF is S.E.A.!? - Check out our other podcasts, merchandise, Patreon and more at ThemeParkPulse.com. 2021-08-1127 min
Theme Park PulseScarJo Sues Disney + Updated Disney COVID-19 Info Disney has updated their COVID-19 guidelines, Dinosaur’s merch is missing, Scarlet Johansson is suing Disney, and Adam takes us back to Disneyland day 1 - this week on Theme Park Pulse. Connect with the show on social media, pick up cool merchandise and support the show at ThemeParkPulse.com SOURCES Dinosaur Black Widow Variety CNBC Yahoo Entertainment 2021-08-0420 min
Theme Park PulseBREAKING: Disneyland Announces 'Magic Key' ProgramDisneyland announced their "Magic Key" annual pass program today. Christopher & Josh were live at Twitch.tv/themeparkpulse with the details the moment they were available. Here is what we know. - - Join us tonight at 5PM on Twitch for Disney Trivia Tuesday w/ our special guest Jeff DePaoli from Dizney Coast to Coast.2021-08-0301 min
StereotypesStill Coming OutEveryone’s coming out is different. Some folks can’t come out, and for many — when we finally do — we discover that there are more questions on the other side. Meet Rae, a gender non-binary person who has learned to treat coming out as a process the length of a lifetime. Plus, Chris shares how he got caught in the act and forced out of the closet in high school. - You can contact Christopher Beale on Twitter, and connect with the show at StereotypesPodcast.org.2021-08-0226 min
Theme Park PulseBREAKING: Disneyland's Mask Mandate Ends Tomorrow California has announced many of their COVID-19 restrictions are ending tomorrow - Tuesday, June 15th 2021. Disneyland has also made an adjustment to their mask policy. Disneyland now says that vaccinated guests will no longer be required to wear masks at the resort including inside restaurants and attractions. Social distancing will no longer be enforced either. As for verification, Disney says they will not be checking vaccination status, but will instead be taking guests at their word. Children, and those who are not vaccinated will still be asked to wear a mask. T...2021-06-1401 min
Theme Park PulseExclusive: Disneyland’s Annual Pass Program Returning In July? Theme Park Pulse reporter Jack Milliken is at Disneyland with exclusive audio that may reveal when Disneyland’s shuttered Annual Passholder program will return - and it’s sooner than you think!2021-06-0902 min
Theme Park PulseUltra Super Mega Princess Alliance Cortanie from Orlando shares some princess beauty techniques and Josh loses a game he stole from Jack - this week on Theme Park Pulse: The Game.2021-05-2630 minTheme Park PulseElsewhere at the Madcap Motel | Field ReportElsewhere at the Madcap Motel is a new immersive art and theater experience in Downtown Los Angeles. Josh and Jack were on the scene to see and hear what this space had to offer. If you are looking for a fun-filled few hours of sci-fi storytelling and interactivity, we highly recommend "checking in" at the Madcap Motel. Tickets are available at MadcapMotel.com. This program was originally presented on our Patreon, where for as little as $1 a month you'll hear cool bonus content like this and help support our work. -> Patreon.com/NoMidnight2021-05-1912 min
Theme Park PulseThe Wolf of Main Street Susie from Orlando's Country 103.1 The Wolf plays Happy Haikus, plus Ryan and Stevie from TABLE | Ghost Kitchen share their story on Theme Park Pulse: The Game! Senior Editor - Christopher Beale Sound Mix - Jack Milliken Producer - Nikki Drake2021-05-1233 min
Theme Park PulseA Very British Hello! Our pal Mike Rowe is a Disney Cruise Line Entertainment Host, how does he fair in Foley Schmoley at sea? Plus Preebs joins us to talk about Extra Life! - The Doomscroll & Assemble - weekly on our Patreon! Join for as little as $1 a month for bonuses and cool perks each week! 2021-04-2831 min
Theme Park PulseMickey Makes the Big Leagues | Theme Park Time Machine This year the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim are playing their 55th season down the road from Disneyland. Adam explores the relationship between America’s pastime and America’s favorite theme park. SUPPORT THE SHOW ON PATREON - OUR SOURCES Three Heavy Hitters Roles in the Disney-Angels Tale, LA Times, May 1995 Angels-Disneyland Doubleheader on YesterlandA History of the Angels on Halos Heaven - ADAM'S SCRIPT Sunday, October 27, 2002. 8 days before my 17th birthday. Edison International Field of Anaheim, one freeway exit south of Disneyland. I was watch...2021-04-0715 min
Theme Park PulseFurious and Fast with Chris Van Vliet Media personality Chris Van Vliet shares the story of how Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson almost got him fired on live TV, and Josh’s new game will give you flashbacks to your childhood…they might be weird flashbacks. - For bonus audio, and early, ad-free access to all of our shows - support us on Patreon starting at $1 a month! Thanks in advance! - AUTOMATIC TRANSCRIPTION WILL CONTAIN COPIOUS TYPOS AND MISIDENTIFICATIONS.IT'S BASICALLY USELESS YOU SHOULD JUST LISTEN Kory: Welcome to theme park pulse, the game...2021-03-2431 min
Theme Park PulseLost Boys: The Complex Legacy of Disney Child Stars | Theme Park Time Machine Disney has given plenty of work to child actors over the years. Some have gone on to fame and notoriety. Others...have not. Learn about Kurt Russell, Shirley Temple, Britney Spears, and the sad, complicated tale of Peter Pan himself, Bobby Driscoll on Theme Park Time Machine. SOURCES Walt Disney’s last words were “Kurt Russell”, According to Kurt Russell on HuffPost The Psychology of Adolescent Fame on Network 1901 Song of The SouthPeter Pan CNN - Britney is bald! Follow Me Boys Scre...2021-03-1717 min
Theme Park PulseA Real Life Hook! Meg was once on Disney's Dream Squad, and while that usually meant making dreams come true - one time it almost meant her job! Plus, Jay Sherer faces off with Josh Taylor in a game of Goldblumian and Nic Cagean proportions on Theme Park Pulse: The Game!-To support our work for as little as $1 a month on Patreon - click here!-AUTOMATED TRANSCRIPTION (will contain many, many, many errors) Kory: [00:00:00] welcome to pulse, the game, the game show for theme park fans. I'm your host Kory in San Francisco, California. And I'll in...2021-03-1030 min
Theme Park PulseThe (Racist) Jungle Cruise Parker, from Adventures With Parker finds out if he is 'the map,' and former Walt Disney World cast member Jen Diaz tells us why she thinks Jungle Cruise is racist! - To support our work, and hear Patreon exclusive series like "The Doomscroll" and "Assemble: A Marvel Podcast" - click here. - AUTO TRANSCRIPTION (contains errors) Kory: [00:00:00] Four years ago on February 25th, 2017, my friends and I launched the no midnight podcast that would become no midnight media, a production company, producing theme park p...2021-02-2432 min
Theme Park PulseBefore Autopia: Creating The American Roadtrip Disneyland wouldn’t exist without the creation of the Great American Road Trip. Adam celebrates President Eisenhower and the creation of the modern highway system, which every year transports millions of guests safely and conveniently to the gates of theme parks across the country. - Support our work on Patreon for exclusive bonus series like "Assemble: A Marvel Podcast" and The Doomscroll. Details here.2021-02-1719 min
Theme Park PulseDisney Trivia Tuesday Live!Each Tuesday we host Disney Trivia Tuesday Live on our Facebook and Twitch - this week we are proud to present that show in audio form! Our Patrons receive the audio version of this show every Wednesday, plus exclusives like The Doomscroll and Assemble: A Marvel Podcast. To join us on Patreon, click here. There is a new Theme Park Time Machine coming next Wednesday the 17th, and an all-new Theme Park Pulse: The Game on Wednesday the 24th!2021-02-1045 min
Theme Park PulseSpaceballs: Galaxy's Edge (w/ Jeff DePaoli)A former Walt Disney World cast member tells us which role is "worse than custodial" (his words), plus Dizney Coast to Coast's Jeff DePaoli checks in on this episode of Theme Park Pulse: The Game! - To support our work, and pick up cool bonus content on our Patreon! 2021-02-0337 minTheme Park PulseChristine Also Plays! Christine from the TTA Podcast joins us to play Before 74, and our contestant from San Diego introduces us to a thing called a Disney Escape Room...today on Theme Park Pulse: The Game! -P-L-A-Y- To be a contestant on Theme Park Pulse: The Game call (213) 935-0513 and leave a message! -S-U-P-P-O-R-T-We play Disney trivia with Christine and Listener Emily on today's Daily Doomscroll. Our DAILY podcast during the month of September. Support the show - and grab this cool bonus here. -I-N-T-E-R-A-C-T- Facebook + No Midnighers G...2020-09-2335 min
Theme Park PulseRob Plays Plays YouTuber Rob Plays joins us to play a new game called "I Am The Map" and our listener Liz from Chandler, Arizona plays two games but how many does she win? That's today on Theme Park Pulse: The Game! -P-L-A-Y- To be a contestant on Theme Park Pulse: The Game call (213) 935-0513 and leave a message! -S-U-P-P-O-R-T-We play Disney trivia with Rob Plays and Listener Liz on today's Daily Doomscroll. Our DAILY podcast during the month of September. Support the show - and grab this cool bonus here.2020-09-0930 min
Theme Park PulseThe Heart & Soul of BrooklynBrooklyn, New York, Summer 1955. The long, hot days of summer have a magic that can best be appreciated by a child, especially one with access to Coney Island and the hallowed grounds of Ebbets Field. Become that child, and take a journey to a simpler time with Adam on Theme Park Time Machine. Special thanks to Terrence from the EarzUp! Podcast for his contributions to this episode. SOURCE: 1955 Brooklyn Dodgers season on Baseball Reference - Support our work on Patreon with a small monthly gift to receive cool...2020-04-0723 min
Theme Park PulseLiberating Minnie Mouse: The Yippie Invasion | Theme Park Time Machine With Coronavirus infecting the whole world, and all Disney parks shut down indefinitely, many fans are reflecting on other times that the parks have closed unexpectedly. There have been natural disasters and threats to national security, and even a day of mourning for a slain president. 50 years ago, Disneyland shut down for a very different and very weird reason; because of the threat of counter-culture rabble rousers. Adam explores the story behind this very odd little chapter of Disneyland history in this edition of Theme Park Time Machine. SOURCE:2020-03-2411 min
Theme Park PulseCoronavirus vs. Theme ParksAll of the major theme parks in the world are closed, and it’s more important than ever that we all stick together and stay up-to-date...it’s Coronavirus vs. Theme Parks today on Theme Park Pulse. Make sure you listen to the end for a ridiculous outtake that might make water squirt out of your nose. To listen to "9/11 at Walt Disney World" on Unpacked, click here. SOURCES: Variety LA Times Hollywood Reporter Yahoo Entertainment Blog Mickey Kenny The Pirate - Support Theme...2020-03-1830 min
Theme Park PulseAvengers Campus, & Theme Parks (Temporarily) CancelledFor lack of a less terrifying way to say it, thanks to Coronavirus, Virtually every major theme park on earth is closed. Until the end of March...at least. Coronavirus is here, and will likely get worse before it gets better. That’s the bad news. In slightly more positive, less pandemic-y news… Avengers Campus is coming to Disney California Adventure. Jack and Albie break down what we know today on Theme Park Pulse! SOURCES: Good Morning America - Support Theme Park Pulse at $5 a month or more and hear our...2020-03-1318 min
Theme Park PulseWe're All On The Same Blip | Theme Park Time MachineTo us, the idea of humans travelling into space is kind of just...business as usual. If you’re listening to this, chances are pretty good that men and women have been venturing into space your whole life. In the Mid 1950s, though, this was strictly the realm of science fiction. Uncle Walt used to come into our homes each week and lead families into one of three realms. For this episode of Theme Park Time Machine, the destination is tomorrow, and into the vast reaches of our solar system. What is Disney's real-life connection to outer sp...2020-03-1016 min
Theme Park PulseIger & Chapek: A Tale of Two BobsUnless you’ve been on an lenten internet fast, you saw the explosive news this week that Bob Iger has stepped down as Disney’s CEO effective immediately. His replacement, though not a surprise, has many Disney fans concerned for the future of this beloved brand. We’ll look through some of the theories on the timing, and the potential implications of this massive shakeup at the mouse, today on Theme Park Pulse. - In an effort to keep Theme Park Pulse from getting too political, we saved our raw feelings for Patreon. We also a...2020-02-2832 min
Theme Park PulseHeads Of Heads Of State | Theme Park Time Machine One summer day in the late 1990s, a Houston-based sculptor named David Adickes was returning home from a trip to Canada. Along the way, he drove past the Black Hills of South Dakota, and in the distance, got a glimpse of Mount Rushmore. Four massive presidents' faces struck into a granite cliff is enough to catch anyone’s attention, but Adickes had the very same thought that I was just pondering...why play favorites? For the rest of the drive home, Adickes did some dreaming, envisioning a sprawling park with every president represented. He loved the idea of...2020-02-2513 min
Theme Park PulseUniversal's Classic Monsters Land w/ Alicia Stella & Banks LeeA few weeks ago on Theme Park Pulse we hosted a discussion on Super Nintendo World at Universal Orlando’s new Epic Universe. During that conversation, the rumored land dedicated to Universal’s Classic Monsters came up and as of February 3rd...it is no longer a rumor. Universal's Classic Monsters are coming to Universal's new Epic Universe! Banks Lee from Attractions Magazine, and Alicia Stella from Orlando Park Stop join Sean to exhume the details on Theme Park Pulse! - Join our Patreon for $5 a month or more for an exclusive series debuting next week...2020-02-2131 min
Theme Park PulsePhones: Helping or Hurting Our Theme Park Experience?I once read a prediction that we would all have smart devices in our pockets someday. Devices that would interact, on our behalf, with the digital world all around us. This prediction was scarily accurate, but failed to take into account the tole our smart devices would take on our day-to-day lives, and the ways in which we interact with the world around us. The people around us. This is, to me, never more glaring than at a theme park in 2020. All of the parks, from Disney and Universal to Knott’s and SeaWorld have some sort of app. A way...2020-02-1432 min
Theme Park PulseA Million Twinkling Lights (Date Nights at Disneyland) On this episode of Theme Park Time Machine...Walt Disney's business plan for Disneyland left out a crucial demographic. Their plan to capitalize on the young singles market...Date Nights at Disneyland! SOURCES: HISTORY OF DATE NIGHTS AT DISNEYLAND: D23 WEBSITE DATE NIGHTS AT DISNEYLAND AT DISNEYEXAMINER DATE NITE PROMO: THE ELLIOT BROTHERS BAND This episode was written and narrated by Adam Vargyas, post-production and sound design by Jack Milliken. Executive Producer for No Midnight Media is Christopher "Kory" Beale. Our Patreon community received this episode on February 7, 2020. A full 4 days before the public. If you'd like to support our work, a...2020-02-1112 min
Nigel Beale's Biblio File PodcastChristopher Lyons on Sir William Osler, Book CollectorChristopher Lyons, is the head librarian of rare books and special collections at McGill University's McLennan Library. He was formerly in charge of McGill’s Osler Library which holds the collection of it’s founder, Sir William Osler (1849–1919). A major figure in modern medical history, Osler is "well known as a scientific researcher, a great medical pedagogue, a humanist, and an advocate for a patient-centered approach to medicine." "Born in Ontario and educated at McGill University...where he taught from 1874 until 1884 before leaving to join the faculty at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, and then to become on...2019-10-051h 01
The Biblio File hosted by Nigel BealeChristopher Lyons on Sir William Osler, Book CollectorChristopher Lyons, is the head librarian of rare books and special collections at McGill University's McLennan Library. He was formerly in charge of McGill’s Osler Library which holds the collection of it’s founder, Sir William Osler (1849–1919). A major figure in modern medical history, Osler is "well known as a scientific researcher, a great medical pedagogue, a humanist, and an advocate for a patient-centered approach to medicine." "Born in Ontario and educated at McGill University...where he taught from 1874 until 1884 before leaving to join the faculty at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, and then to become on...2019-10-051h 01
The Spoiler Warning (MP3)Review 522: If Beale Street Could Talk
Episode Description:
In this episode, Christopher Schnese and Stephen Miller review If Beale Street Could Talk.
Directed by Barry Jenkins. With KiKi Layne, Stephan James, and Regina King. A woman in Harlem desperately scrambles to prove her fiancé innocent of a crime while carrying their first child.
Show Notes
Hosts:
• Christopher Schnese and Stephen Miller
Featured Review:
• If Beale Street Could Talk
The Verdict:
• Stephen: Recommend (with Caveat)
• Christopher: Recommend (with Caveat)
Music for this Episode:
• Moonlight (Original Motion Picture Sou...2018-10-2430 min