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Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastSuper Short Show: Descendants Royal Wedding Live React & CommentaryYou thought we were done with Descendants, but this franchise just doesn't quit.And Ben needed something to do while Delaney was still celebrating her birthday...And so, the time has come to finally finish the Descendants storyline with this charming animated short that Disney threw together when they needed stuff to put on Disney+ during the pandemic.Press play and let's watch together in real time! Don't say I didn't warn you, it isn't our favorite entry in the series. Let us know what you think, and what...2022-02-2627 minMovie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastBONUS: A Secret MessageOops, Ben went to Disney World and left Delaney & all of you Movie Surfers hanging, but he has returned early with an important secret message...If you've already listened, then click here to do what must be done. As always, you can Tweet about the show (or at us): @SurfingMovieand follow the show on Instagram to see some of the lovely little episode graphics that Delaney has made for us: @MovieSurfingTalk to you all again real soon!!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com...2022-02-2202 minMovie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastDescendants 3We're back on schedule with one last extra-long dive back into one of the most recognized DCOM franchises of all time: Its finally time to finish Descendants!Mal, Evie, Jay, Carlos, and pretty much every character you liked or didn't like from the previous two movies are back, and most of them don't have nearly as much to do. The alternate Disney character lore gets even more complex and contradictory, and everyone is walking away from this one with a boyfriend.If you enjoy watching these movies with us and listening to our breakdowns, please...2022-02-011h 28Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastLemonade MouthNEW SEASON? NEW RELEASE DAY?The holiday hiatus lasted so long that we've been blasted all the way into Season 2!We're finally back for our bi-monthly DCOM nostalgia and filmmaking feelings meeting to break down the much-requested 2011 musical: Lemonade Mouth.The authority will be questioned, the romances will be uncomfortable, and for once Ben will be more familiar with the movie than Delaney is.Request a movie and show us some love (we really appreciate it): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/movie-surfing-a-disney-channel-un-original-podcast/id1507968299Tweet at us: @SurfingMovieFollow...2022-01-191h 07Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastSuper Short Show: A Holiday Music Playlist from Our Favorite DCOM SidekicksWe're alive (but barely), and we come bearing gifts! Get through the rest of 2021 with this holiday playlist inspired by the support systems of our favorite DCOM characters, with contributions from: Kevin Jonas's character from Camp RockDude the Dog from Descendants Ryan from High School Musicaland more!Follow us on Instagram to keep up with us as our schedule gets back on trackand find the playlist on Youtube here! Support the show2021-12-1722 minMovie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastDecember Update & A Request from Ben and DelaneyHey Movie Surfers!As you know, we have been taking our usual unexpected post-Spooky Season hiatus to deal with the negative repercussions of being real people who can't live in the twisted fantastical realities of DCOMs 24/7. We want to thank you all for your patience and for continuing to listen to old episodes and share the show in our absence. We have missed making the show just as much as you have missed listening to it, and we can't wait to hit the ground running as we go into the winter and the Ne...2021-11-3004 minMovie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastSuper Short Show: Supernatural ShowdownDid you miss us? After some laryngitis-related difficulties, Delaney and Ben are back with a Super Short Show to answer the question no one asked: which supernatural DCOM characters would win in a fight? Is one Harold the Mummy more powerful than the other? Which Twitch would reign supreme? Will Ben and Delaney ever have a system better than their own whims for making these DCOM brackets? Tune in and find out! Did we get it right? Let us know, and tell us what you'd like to see on a future Super Short...2021-11-1321 minMovie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastSuper Short Show: 3 Underrated Spooky DCOMs You Should Watch this HalloweenThe time has come for the culmination of Spooky Season!We are down one host for this Super Short Show, but Ben is still here to give recommendations for DCOMs to add to your Halloweekend rotation (that aren't Halloweentown or Twitches) so you can impress your friends with esoteric DCOM preferences and spooky surprises. Let us know what movies you're watching to celebrate this weekend, and share your stories and Super Short Show suggestions with us at moviesurfingpod@gmail.comAnd, if you're new to the show, be sure to subscribe/follow, rate, a...2021-10-2907 minMovie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastUnder Wraps (2021)It’s a Movie Surfing first! We are covering a REMAKE of a classic DCOM! This week we are discussing the 2021 version of “Under Wraps,” so if you haven’t listened to our coverage of the OG, we highly suggest that you check it out. “Under Wraps” tells the story of a group of kids who must reunite a magically re-animated mummy named Harold with his long-lost love before he turns to dust on Halloween night. We had a great time comparing and contrasting the different versions of this film, and we hope you enjoy the episode! Don’t...2021-10-191h 13Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastSuper Short Show: Which Halloweentown Character Are You?Welcome to the second Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original Podcast Super Short Show! This week, Delaney and Ben take a Buzzfeed quiz to determine which Halloweentown character we are! Big thanks to Buzzfeed Staff Writer Victoria Gasparowicz for putting this quiz into the world!CLICK HERE TO PLAY ALONG WITH US AND SEND US YOUR RESULTS!!In future segments we hope to feature content suggested by YOU!We want to hear your all of your DCOM-related reviews, thoughts, stories, games, and more! You can send any and all Super...2021-10-1514 minMovie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastMom's Got a Date with a VampireBRING ON THE SPOOKY SEASON!Join Delaney and Ben as they break down the surprisingly unsettling Halloween(?) DCOM classic from the turn of the millennium, Mom's Got a Date with a Vampire. This one has it all: the goofy aunt from Sabrina, the dad from Lizzie McGuire, and Mr. Sheffield from the Nanny, all wonderfully mis-cast and confused. Buckle up (and knuckle down); this one is a wild ride.Thanks for listening, and be sure to send in your stories and thoughts for the upcoming Super Short Show to moviesurfingpod@gmail.com!If...2021-10-051h 09Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastSuper Short Show: DCOM Sorting CeremonyWelcome to the first ever Movie Surfing Super Short Show! We thought it would be fun to spend this first episode sorting fan-favorite DCOM characters into their Hogwarts houses! In future segments we hope to feature YOUR ideas. We want to hear your all of your DCOM-related reviews, thoughts, stories, games, and more! You can send any and all Super Short Show ideas to us directly at moviesurfingpod@gmail.com. We hope you enjoy this new format, and we will be back next week with our coverage of Mom’s Got a Date with a Vampire!Support th...2021-10-0232 minMovie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastJUMP SCARE! Introducing The Movie Surfing Super Short ShowA devious surprise to kick off Ben's full transition into Spooky Season (Delaney has been there all month already): The Super Short Show is coming this week as well as weekly posts in October!Hope we didn't startle you too badly with this week's twist! If you need a pick-me-up, use this time to go back to last year's spooky season breakdowns to get into the spirit!Support the show2021-09-2802 minMovie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastTwitches TooIt’s officially Spooky Season, and we are diving right in with Twitches Too! (If you haven’t listened to last year’s coverage of Twitches, now would be a great time to check that out!) This sequel follows twin witches Alex and Cameryn (Tia and Tamera Mowry) as they try to juggle royal duties, college classes, and boys—all while trying to prevent the return of their evil uncle step-dad Thantos. We are so excited to cover more of our favorite Halloween DCOMs, and stay tuned for some awesome bonus content over the next few weeks! It’s time to ge...2021-09-141h 14Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastNow You See ItIt’s almost time for Spooky Season, so we’ve decided to bridge the gap with a pseudo-spooky movie: Now You See It. This DCOM tells the story of an aspiring junior TV producer who may have accidentally booked an actual sorcerer on a kids’ magic reality show. Now You See It is full of twists and turns and features the talents of heavy-hitters like Aly Michalka and Frank Langella. Tune in now to find out if this ambitious film lives up to the hype, and join us in two weeks for the beginning of our official Spooky Season covera...2021-08-311h 09Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastThe Even Stevens MovieHey Movie Surfers! We're coming to you this week with another classic summer vacation DCOM: The Even Stevens Movie. It's the Even Stevens series finale, and it does not disappoint. We get to follow the wacky Stevens clan on what they THINK is a luxury vacation, but turns out to be a much wilder bonding experience than they bargained for. It's a goofy movie full of unexpected twists, and it's a pretty good time (if we do say so ourselves). Thanks for tuning in, and don't forget to send us your picks for our imminent Spooky Season coverage! In t...2021-08-171h 05Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastTeen Beach MovieHey there, Movie Surfers! Summer may be winding down, but it’s only just begun for the stars of Teen Beach Movie. When Brady and Mack get sucked into a 1960’s movie musical, they’ll have to sing and dance their way back to the real world if there’s any hope of saving their relationship. This DCOM was new to both of us, and we had a great time covering it, even if it left us with some troublesome tunes stuck in our heads. Thank you for making July our best month EVER! We are so grateful to all our...2021-08-031h 06Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastHorse SenseHey Movie Surfers-long time no see! We are sorry for the delay, but we are so stoked to be back with a new episode this week! Ben’s dreams have finally come true and we are discussing another Lawrence Brothers classic, Horse Sense. If you love farms, horse races, or whittling sticks, you’ll probably love this movie. We definitely had lots of thoughts about it, and we can’t wait to hear yours! We also wanted to give a big welcome to all of our new listeners and remind you all to send us your movie recommendations to help f...2021-07-201h 12Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastWho is the Ultimate DCOM Dad?Hey Movie Surfers! In honor of Father’s Day, we’ve decided to change things up a bit, and on this episode we have crafted a series of head-to-head match-ups to determine who will be crowned the ultimate DCOM Dad. We will post our bracket on the socials, so you can follow along, and we would love to see who wins YOUR bracket. Tune in now to find out who got our final spot, and don’t forget to subscribe, review, and share the show with a friend (or dad) who would enjoy it! Happy Father’s Day to all who...2021-06-221h 01Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastThe Lizzie McGuire MovieWelcome back, Movie Surfers! This week, we’re going international with our coverage of The Lizzie McGuire Movie! In this classic Disney flick, Lizzie McGuire gets the European vacation of her dreams when an Italian pop star asks her to stand in for his duet partner at a major awards show. Will Lizzie see through Paolo’s charm? Will Matt embarrass his sister on a global scale? Will we ever get to enjoy the cookies that the hotel serves at 5? Why not tune in now to find out! We hope you enjoy the show, and please don’t forget to rate...2021-06-081h 18Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastHigh School Musical 2We’ve finally caved and decided to give the people what they want, so fasten your seatbelts for our coverage of High School Musical 2. The good news is that all your favorite characters have returned for the sequel. The bad news is that the East High gang is stuck working summer jobs and it’s kind of a bummer. Will Sharpay win yet another Star Dazzle Award? Will Ryan get the gay backstory we all desire? Will Troy and Gabriella EVER have their first kiss?! There’s only one way to find out! Tune in now, and don’t forget t...2021-05-251h 12Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastMore Bloopers!Hey Movie Surfers! This week we are taking a break from our usual coverage, but we have prepared for you a good old-fashioned blooper reel! Hope you find yourself laughing along with us. We’ll see you all in two weeks for a brand new episode! Support the show2021-05-1105 minMovie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastThe Other MeThis week, we are making our first foray into Lawrence Brothers territory with The Other Me (2000). In this wild sci-fi film, a young boy accidentally clones himself and discovers there is more to all of us than what meets the eye. He also has to tackle some classic movie goons and save his clone from being turned into a pile of sea monkey eggs in the process. Yes, really. As always, thanks for tuning in, and we hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed recording it! Support the show2021-04-271h 04Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastDescendants 2Big new, folks! This week officially marks ONE YEAR since we released our first episode! We can't believe we've been making this show for a whole year, but we are so grateful to everyone who has listened and supported us this long! To celebrate this milestone, we've decided to return to the magical land of Auradon to discuss Descendants 2. This sequel follows our favorite reformed villains as they struggle to fit into polite society while simultaneously trying to rescue young King Ben from a bumbling band of teenage pirates. It's yet another classic piece of Kenny Ortega cinema, and...2021-04-131h 12Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastThe Cheetah Girls 2Welcome back, Movie Surfers! As promised, this week we are discussing The Cheetah Girls 2! For anyone who may be unfamiliar, The Cheetah Girls 2 follows all our favorite characters from the first film (minus Toto) as they jet off to Barcelona in the hopes of winning an international amateur talent competition. Along the way, the girls find their devotion to the group tested by distractions like new friends, boys, tapas, and so much more. We have thoroughly enjoyed our time in Cheetah territory, but we are planning to branch out for our next episode, so if you have a movie s...2021-03-301h 08Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastThe Cheetah GirlsYou asked and we answered. This week we are discussing one of the greatest DCOMs of all time, The Cheetah Girls. This cult classic tells the story of a group of teenage girls who find the strength of their friendship tested as they attempt to claw their way to stardom. We had such a blast revisiting this movie, and we hope you do, too! So slip into your comfiest matching track suit and prepare to enjoy the song stylings of the one-the only-The Cheetah Girls. Support the show2021-03-161h 06Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastDescendantsWe are entering a whole new era with this week's film, Descendants (2015). It's the most recent film we have covered so far, and it was a film neither of us had seen before. Descendants tells the story of the children of four of the most prolific Disney villains as they try to assimilate into fairytale life while simultaneously wrestling with their evil tendencies. It's a DCOM for a whole new generation, and we had many, many thoughts about it. Listen now and let us know if you're a Descendants fan or if you're only here for the OG movies. R...2021-03-021h 10Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastThe Color of FriendshipThis week we are continuing our Black History Month coverage with a recap of 2000's The Color of Friendship. We both really enjoyed this movie and can honestly say we learned a lot from it! The Color of Friendship tells the (mostly) true story of Congressman Ron Dellums whose family hosted a white South African exchange student at the height of his fight against apartheid. It's a heavy but extremely informative story, and we are very glad Disney chose to make this film. *However,* since we are just a couple of white millennials who haven't experienced racial discrimination/systemic...2021-02-161h 05Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastUp, Up and AwayHey Movie Surfers! This week, we are kicking off Black History Month with what is an arguably underrated classic: Up, Up and Away! This movie tells the story of a family of superheroes who must use their combined powers (or lack thereof) to defeat a network of bad guys posing as environmentalists (yes, that really is the plot). It's a funny, heartfelt movie, and Delaney loves it very much no matter what Ben thinks about it. Don't forget to subscribe wherever you're listening, and join us in two weeks when we cover another seminal classic: The Color of Friendship...2021-02-021h 11Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastHigh School Musical LIVE Commentary!Hey, Movie Surfers. We wanted to make the full commentary audio available for those of you who were unable to join our High School Musical livestream last weekend! This track is really meant to be played simultaneously with the film, but if you're a super, die-hard HSM fan, you may be able to follow along just fine without it. Thanks to everyone who spent their evening with us! We are really looking forward to more live events in the future. We'll be back to our regularly scheduled programming next week, but in the meantime we would love to hear...2021-01-261h 41Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastREMINDER: Our High School Musical Live-stream is TONIGHT!Hey Movie Surfers! We wanted to pop into your feed to remind you that TONIGHT we are hosting a live-stream/live-react to High School Musical over on our Discord server! It’s totally FREE to join, so we hope to see some of you there! The stream will begin at 8pm EST. Did I mention that it’s free?? The link to our Discord server is:https://discord.gg/5eAEys8sr4The link to reserve your spot via Eventbrite (optional) is:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/movie-surfing-live-presents-high-school-musical-tickets-137345671601?utm_source=eventbrite&utm...2021-01-2300 minMovie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastBrink!Welcome back, Movie Surfers! We hope you all enjoyed the holidays and are coping well amidst the craziness of the last couple of weeks. This week we are covering a wholesome film from a simpler time, “Brink!” This movie tells the story of Andy “Brink” Brinker, a self-proclaimed “soul skater” who is struggling to juggle his obligations to his friends, his family, and his passion. This film was highly requested, and we had a great time discussing it! Give it a listen, and let us know what you think. And keep your eyes peeled for more updates on our upcoming liv...2021-01-121h 09Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastNew Year’s Update!Hey Movie Surfers! We wanted to pop in and let you all know that we are cooking up something EXTRA special to help ring in 2021. Keep an eye out for more info on our Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and we will see you in 2021 for the Start of Something New ;)Support the show2020-12-2900 minMovie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastThe Ultimate Christmas PresentThe holidays are upon us, and we couldn't be more thrilled! In this week's episode we are covering 2000's The Ultimate Christmas Present. This feel-good Christmas movie tells the story of a teenage girl named Allie who almost ruins Christmas when she steals Santa's weather machine in the hopes of conjuring up a snow day in Los Angeles. Not to spoil anything, but we think it's safe to say that Ben is now the ultimate fan of The Ultimate Christmas Present, and perhaps you will be, too! We want to thank everyone for listening to our show this year...2020-12-151h 12Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastGo FigureWelcome back, Movie Surfers! This week, we are covering 2005's "Go Figure" (not to be confused with the other 2005 figure skating film, "Ice Princess"). "Go Figure" tells the story of aspiring Olymic figure skater, Katelin Kingsford. As crazy as it sounds, Katelin finds herself forced to join a girls' hockey team in order to train with a world-renowned (Russian) figure skating coach. Along the way, Katelin learns the importance of friendship, hard work, and the presence of a reliable toe pick. It's a quintessential DCOM, even if the plot largely depends upon a number of adults blatantly committing fraud. I...2020-12-021h 11Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastMy Date with the President's DaughterAlright, we KNOW this isn't a DCOM, but we feel strongly that the world is in desperate need of a little Will Friedle content. This week, we are discussing "My Date with the President's Daughter (1998)," because we clearly haven't had enough of politics quite yet. For those who may be unfamiliar, "My Date with the President's Daughter" tells the story of an aspiring close-up magician named Duncan who somehow manages to land a date with Hallie Richmond, the President's daughter. It sounds innocent enough, but it turns into an absolutely WILD ride. Take a break from doom-scrolling and have...2020-11-171h 09Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastHalloweentownWell folks, we have finally arrived at the big boi. That’s right! This week we are talking about a Disney Channel cult classic, Halloweentown (1998). Halloweentown is quite possibly the best-loved spooky DCOM of all time, and it’s easy to see why. This movie has EVERYTHING: Debbie Reynolds, sweaty ghosts, teen witches, buzzkill moms, werewolf hairdressers, shadow creatures, and so much more. Join us for this ultra-nostalgic walk down memory lane, and try to remember the good old days when you could host a Halloween party without experiencing the crippling fear of death and disease. As usual, please reme...2020-10-201h 12Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastTwitchesSpooky season continues this week with 2005's Twitches! This is one of Delaney's favorite Halloween DCOMs, and nothing anyone says will change her mind. Twitches tells the story of twin sisters who are separated at birth only to later discover that they are destined to use their magical powers to save their home kingdom from an evil force called the Darkness. It's a wild ride starring Disney Channel royalty, Tia and Tamera Mowry, and it will make your 10 year-old self wish you were a magical princess. In other news, we are excited to announce that the remainder of our...2020-10-061h 10Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastPhantom of the MegaplexSpooky season continues this week with our coverage of Phantom of the Megaplex (2000) in which hard-working teen Pete Riley must join forces with his younger siblings to prevent a mysterious phantom from wreaking havoc on an unsuspecting movie theatre. Will the Riley kids save the day? Will the phantom fulfill his evil plans? Will this episode be ruined by the Sounds of New York City™️? Listen now to find out! As always, remember to like, share, and subscribe and keep tuning in for more spooky DCOM content! Support the show2020-09-221h 09Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastDon't Look Under the BedIt's officially spooky season, and we are diving right in with 1999's "Don't Look Under the Bed." Boogeymen, rejected imaginary friends, and schoolyard pranks abound in this nightmarish film (which Delaney has actively avoided watching for the last 20 years). Take a stroll with us down this frightening memory lane, and try not to get too scared in the process. Like, subscribe, and don't forget to tune in for all of our upcoming coverage of the greatest Halloween DCOMs. It's the most wonderful time of the year! Support the show2020-09-081h 14Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastHannah Montana (The Movie)Okay, okay. We know that technically this isn’t a DCOM. But we have decided to grandfather it in based upon the fact that Hannah Montana is unquestionably part of the Disney Channel Cinematic Universe. Honestly, if we have to give you a plot summary of this film, you’ve probably stumbled upon the wrong podcast. But, as far as Tennessee culture goes, this movie has EVERYTHING: Miley and Billy Ray Cyrus, Taylor Swift, and multiple cameos from Rascal Flatts. So sit back, relax, and join us as we journey through the fictional town of Crowley Corners and discover that...2020-08-251h 05Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastMotocrossed (The Lost Pilot Episode)We have something pretty wild for you guys this week! We have decided to release our never-before-heard pilot episode in which we discuss 2001's Motocrossed. We recorded this episode pre-quarantine as a sort of test-run for the show, so we were still working out the kinks. But it's such a quality film, we felt it was time to share the coverage with our listeners. If you're not familiar with Motocrossed, here's a quick summary: A teenage girl takes a hefty risk when she stands in for her injured brother in a motocross competition. We are so grateful to those...2020-08-111h 11Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastCow BellesWe've got two words for you: Milk. Tentacle. That's right! This week we are covering Cow Belles (2006) starring Alyson and AJ Michalka. Overall, this movie feels like an homage to unfettered nepotism, but we cannot deny: it has star power. If you love capitalism, pregnant cows, and copious amounts of yogurt, you will probably enjoy this episode. Probably. Maybe. Who knows? Anway! Give it a listen, and-as always-please remember to subscribe, share, and review! Happy milking!Support the show2020-07-271h 07Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastJump In!This week we are discussing what we believe to be an underrated DCOM, Jump In! (2007). The executives over at Disney clearly used a random sports generator to build this plot: Aspiring boxer Izzy Daniels surprises himself when he discovers a deep-seated love for competitive Double Dutch. This movie stars Corbin Bleu and Keke Palmer and overall boasts some really excellent performances. We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it, and if it's been a minute since you've watched Jump In!, we highly recommend revisiting it! Support the show2020-07-211h 02Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastCamp Rock 2Surprise! This week we decided to stay within the Camp Rock Cinematic Universe, so we are discussing Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam. This time around, Camp Rock's future is threatened by the very existence of the new camp across the lake, Camp Star. Will Mitchie be able to save the camp? Will Shane Grey ever get to make out with his girlfriend? Will Alyson Stoner FINALLY get the screen time she deserves? Listen now to find out! Support the show2020-07-141h 14Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastCamp RockAspiring songwriter Mitchie loves to pop and lock and jam and...wait, wrong movie. Oh well. This week's subject is a film that really doesn't need an introduction: Camp Rock. It's one big jam session starring Demi Lovato and the Jonas Brothers--what more could you ask for? We hope you enjoy our coverage of this seminal DCOM, and (as always) don't forget to subscribe, review, and share!Support the show2020-07-071h 15Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastBONUS: BloopersWe didn’t want to leave you hanging this week while we are on hiatus, so please enjoy this little blooper reel! Don’t forget to tune in next week for our coverage of Camp Rock! Support the show2020-06-3005 minMovie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastCan of WormsPainfully awkward teenager Mike Pillsbury looks a gift horse in the mouth when aliens respond to his request to be rescued from planet Earth. For our 10th episode, Ben decided to pick the movie, and, boy can he pick 'em. Remember to subscribe, share, and review! And mark your calendars for our coverage of Camp Rock which goes live on July 7th! Support the show2020-06-231h 07Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastThe Thirteenth YearAll-star swimmer Cody thinks he's going through puberty, but he's actually just turning into a mermaid...er...merMAN. 1999's "The Thirteenth Year" has everything we look for in a DCOM: sports, mer-people, close-up kisses, and Dave Coulier. Suspend your disbelief, slap on your Speedos, and get ready for this blast from the past!Support the show2020-06-161h 09Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastEddie's Million Dollar Cook-OffTeen baseball star Eddie Ogden is forced to make an impossible choice between his baseball mitt and his oven mitt when he gets a spot in a million dollar cook-off (hosted by Bobby Flay). This 2003 DCOM is full of sexist stereotypes, food-fights, and (did we mention?) Bobby Flay. Will one of Delaney's favorite DCOMs stand the test of time? Will Eddie steal home base or buy a one-way ticket to FlavorTown? Will Bobby Flay PLEASE sponsor our show? Tune in to this episode to find out. And don't forget to subscribe, share, and review! Happy listening! Support t...2020-06-091h 12Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastWendy Wu: Homecoming WarriorUltra-popular teenager Wendy Wu is forced to make the impossible decision between *checks notes* being Homecoming Queen and...saving the world? Tough choice, eh? Brenda Song and Shin Koyamada star in an action-packed story about heritage, family, and the art of Kung Fu. Please enjoy this trip down memory lane, and don't forget to leave your movie recommendations via Apple Podcast review OR via the Suggestion Box on our website! And if you have a good recipe for Mooncakes, please send it to us ASAP. Support the show2020-06-021h 09Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastUnder WrapsGather 'round, Disney fans--this is a momentous episode. This week, we are covering the very first DCOM ever, Under Wraps (1997). This movie is unfortunately NOT available on Disney+ but you can rent/buy it on many of the major streaming services (just in case you want to watch along). Under Wraps is a wild tale in which a mummy comes back to life, children become experts at breaking and entering, and a teenage boy mercilessly sexualizes Liesl from The Sound of Music. This film was recommended to us via Apple review by user McOverit, and we hope we did...2020-05-261h 16Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastStuck in the SuburbsWe are BACK! Thank you all so much for your patience last week, but we are back in action and ready to dive into a Disney Channel Original Disappointment: Stuck in the Suburbs. When teenager Brittany accidentally swaps cell phones with teen heartthrob Jordan Cahill, she unleashes her inner mob boss and blackmails the shit out of him to add some spice into her boring, suburban life. Delaney and Ben do not hold back in their critique of what once was one of Delaney's very favorite DCOMs. Will it stand the test of time? Listen to find out! 2020-05-191h 17Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastLuck of the IrishKyle Johnson leads a charmed life until his lucky charm is stolen by a bad boy leprechaun. Also, turns out Kyle is also half leprechaun. His other half is from Cleveland. Tag along as Delaney shepherds Ben through his first viewing of this absurd meditation on interspecies acceptance, multiculturalism, and step-dancing. It's Luck of the Irish! Support the show2020-05-051h 05Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastCadet KellyNew York teen Kelly Collins has her world turned upside-down when her mom and stepfather send her to military school. There's mud, there's rifles, there's some kind of Caesar salad. Ben and Delaney guide you through this wild journey because WE have to do EVERYTHING. Support the show2020-04-281h 15Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastZenon: Girl of the 21st CenturyThirteen year-old Zenon’s world is turned upside-down when she is forced to leave her space station and make her home on Earth. Support the show2020-04-211h 13Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original PodcastSmart HouseWelcome to Movie Surfing: A Disney Channel (Un) Original Podcast! Join your hosts, Delaney Amatrudo and Ben Bott, as they take you through a grown-up, nostalgia-filled recap of all the best (and worst) Disney Channel Original Movies. We're kicking off the series with Disney's Smart House (1999). Smart House tells the story of Ben Cooper-an angsty teenager who wins a contest to win a fully automated smart house for his family. Things take a turn for the worse, however, when PAT (the computer who controls the house) attempts to become the maternal figure the Cooper family is missing. Listen now...2020-04-141h 06