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russrev1ewsWicked: The Untold Story of the Witches of OzNo one mourns the wicked in the same way that no one mourns a struggling podcaster. Nonetheless, we soldier on with an amazing episode featuring my wickedly talented friend Adele Dazeem, ope, I mean Hillary Campbell! Hillary is one of the funniest and most talented people I know and she’s recently started performing again in the community theater scene in Denton, TX. During the episode we learn a little bit about her background and experiences with musical theatre (3:53) and then do our review of Schwartz and Holzman’s hit Broadway musical, Wicked (35:28). Maybe this episode will be the one...2025-07-271h 03russrev1ewsLes Misérables: Vol. 1 – FantineI probably should’ve published this episode back in the spring of 1862, but computers didn’t exist and neither did myself or Mickey – who is my guest for the very first edition of the @russrev1ews book club. Mickey and I have been reading books together for over a decade, and I’ve always wished we had a recorded document of our discussions so I could better remember the things we’ve read. This was actually a big reason why I wanted to start the podcast in the first place – so you could say, this is the pod in it’s truest...2025-07-141h 10russrev1ewsDisney After Hours at Hollywood StudiosOur favorite travel concierge, Caleb, is back to review Disney After Hours at Hollywood Studios. We were thrilled to attend this exclusive 3-hour event together at one of our fav theme parks within the Walt Disney World Resort. During the episode we review everything it has to offer and break down all that’s included – from the short lines to the unlimited snacks and everything in between (4:24). To wrap it up, we try our best to genuinely evaluate whether it’s worth the price or not (52:03). This episode is a tour for the stars! Dreaming about a Disney...2025-06-301h 09russrev1ewsBilly Corgan and the Machines of GodEditor's Note: We mislabeled "KidTigrrr" as "KidPop" and apologize for the error. Check out her music here. Join me and show regular, Mickey, as we review Billy Corgan’s latest side project, Billy Corgan and the Machines of God. Mickey and I attended their only Chicagoland performance at the Taste of Joliet on June 20, 2025. During the episode we review their amazing 2 hour plus set, which honored the anniversaries of Mellon Collie and Machina (5:00). We also review the venue, setlist, crowd, and overall vibe (22:59). Mickey also corrects an embarrassing vocabulary error from episode 7, changing the course of my li...2025-06-231h 02russrev1ewsFatherhoodHappy Father's Day everyone! In honor of the holiday, I’m humbled to share a conversation with my friend and mentor, Rudy Rivera. The original premise of the show was to compare what it’s like having a 4 year old versus a 22 year old, but we just ended up having a meaningful chat on what it’s like being a dad. Whether you’re a biological dad, adoptive dad, foster dad, mentor, uncle or big brother – I hope this episode encourages you to stay motivated in the journey of raising up this coming generation. Thanks Rudy for gifting me your time...2025-06-151h 04russrev1ewsNintendo SwitchIt’s hard to believe but after 8 amazing years, the Nintendo Switch is finally being replaced by the completely different Nintendo Switch 2. In light of this, myself and, first time recurring guest, uhmandaplz are going to spend an hour eulogizing, memorializing, and (most importantly) reviewing the Nintendo Switch (10:25). We also spend some time getting feedback from Amanda’s mom (6:17) and create a 1 line review for Morgan Wallen’s new album (8:27). It’s so sad the Switch’s run is over, but we are so grateful for all the great games and great memories. Thanks for listening...2025-06-041h 01russrev1ewsYouTubeJoin me and my buddy Texas Timmy as we review one of the most popular websites on the planet – YouTube. During the conversation (9:13) we reflect on YouTube’s amazing founding at the greatest university on earth and then review the site’s 20+ year history. Highlights include shoes, falling off ladders, Weezer, video gaming guides, sports, SNL, and more! Feel free to comment with your favorite YouTube video.Videos of NoteRuss’ first YouTube videoTim’s first YouTube videoPork and Beans by WeezerThe Death of Late Night TV by Eddy BurbackThe Spectacular Failure of the Star Wars Hotel by J...2025-05-261h 06russrev1ewsPregnancyHappy Mother’s Day everyone! In honor of this very special holiday, I wanted to share an episode that I recorded with my wife, Megan, all the way back in September of 2020. It was about a month before the birth of our child, and I didn’t fully know what this podcast would be or when it would come to fruition. However, I knew we needed to have a record of what it was like to be pregnant – especially because it was happening in the midst of COVID-19. So I’ve been sitting on this audio for 4+ years now and I’m...2025-05-1154 minrussrev1ewsInfluencer CultureI don't know about you, but I spend a ton of time ingesting content, but I don't personally know many of the creators who make this content. So you can imagine how excited I was when my cherished friend, Amanda, decided to embark on the journey of becoming a person of influence. Join us as we spend an hour reviewing what it's like trying to become an influencer. We explore how amazing Spotify is, starting a TikTok, branching out to YouTube, monetization (and why it’s so hard!), narcissism (and is it possible to be a un-narcissistic influencer), and we...2025-05-051h 05russrev1ewsDisney Side HustlesDon’t tell anybody, but I’m a Disney adult. It’s not my fault – it’s my wife. She’s obsessed with the Disney Parks, so now I’m obsessed with them too. Fortunately, one of my closest friends, Caleb, is also a major Disney adult. So much so he’s started several Disney-centric small businesses over the years. In this episode we review what it's like having a Disney side hustle (1:29), and then we review Animal Kingdom (38:43), Hollywood Studios (49:12), and EPCOT (54:59).If you'd like to connect with Caleb (or buy an amazing Skyliner shirt), please visit GetawaysBy...2025-04-281h 03russrev1ewsThe Worst Movies We've WatchedMy dearest friend Mickey and I have consistently seen bad movies together – often unintentionally. Let’s review the worst of the worst. Featuring Masterminds, Madame Web, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, The Room, Cars, and more!If you like what you hear, please consider subscribing on Spotify or Apple Podcast, and follow russ on 𝕏 @russrev1ews. Thanks for listening!2025-04-201h 03
The 11:38 PodcastEpisode 6: A Conversation about learning and creativity with Russell Dietrich.Russ and I talk about learning, being inquisitive, and art. He’s a young, dynamic, creative leader. You can find him (when you can travel again) in Urbana IL somewhere near the University of Illinois. He’s also active on Twitter @russdie or on Instagram @russdie
I hope you enjoy this episode. It’s good to be back!
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The Ride of a Lifetime Book
https://www.amazon.com/Ride-Lifetime-Lessons-Learned-Company/dp/B07QW2LHN4/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=disney+ceo&qid=1586225105&s=books&sr=1-1
Russell’s Podcast:
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