Disney Dan Becker chats with his ole buddy Kevin Perjurer to mark the 3rd anniversary of Defunctland's Famous Fastpass video and get a glimpse into his upcoming two-part video on Animatronics. Check out Defunctland's Youtube Page Watch this episode at the Fun Fun Fun Youtube page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

Disney Dan Becker chats with Quinton Reviews about the interconnected world of Garfield and Thanksgiving. Parade float history! Jon's long-lost roommate! A failed Garfield pizza chain! We've got it all in this episode! Check out Quinton Reviews YouTube Channel Watch this episode at the Fun Fun Fun Youtube page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac…

Disney Dan Becker sits down with Drew Taylor, the co-host of "Light the Fuse," the official Mission: Impossible podcast, to talk about the blockbuster film franchise, meeting Tom Cruise, and what a M:I theme park ride would look like. Check out "Light the Fuse" Check out Drew's writing at The Wrap. Watch this episode at the Fun Fun Fun Youtube page…

Disney Dan Becker gets immersive with Justin Martin (Meow Wolf & Universal) as they talk Justin's career, the themed industry as a whole, and whether you should ever trust concept art. Watch this episode at the Fun Fun Fun Youtube page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The permit princess herself Alicia Stella (Orlando ParkStop) joins Dan and Nathan to give an update on all things Epic Universe, her thoughts on the new Universal Mega Movie Parade, and her history with making money on Second Life. Watch this episode at the Fun Fun Fun Youtube page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

Disney Dan Becker is joined by Offhand Disney's Dallin to talk the Haunted Mansion merch of this year's Halloween season...oh and sexy snakes. Watch this episode at the Fun Fun Fun Youtube page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Disney Dan Becker celebrates the 100th episode of his Distory series with his old YouTube pals Kevin Perjurer (Defunctland), Jack (Theme Parks Shouldn't Exist), and Rob (Midway to Main St. / Rob Plays). Watch this episode at the Fun Fun Fun Youtube page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

Disney Dan Becker talks with Tom, CEO of fun.com about making halloween costumes for...well everyone! Also, Dan mocks producer Nathan's love of baked apples. Watch this episode at the Fun Fun Fun Youtube page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Disney Dan Becker talks with Rob Plays about their favorite new card game - Disney's Lorcana. They also attempt to convince producer Nathan, who has no card playing experience to give it a try. Watch this episode at the Fun Fun Fun Youtube page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

Disney Dan Becker sits down with Producer Nathan to talk all things ALIEN. The two massive fans discuss Dan's recent Xenomorph Evolution video and review all of the films and theme park offerings. Watch Dan's Evolution video! Watch this episode at the Fun Fun Fun Youtube page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

Disney Dan Becker and Producer Nathan review Dan's recent Beetlejuice evolution as well as "The Ghost with the Most's" two films, cartoon, broadway show, and theme park shenanigans. Also, the boys review Oreo Coke and Coke Oreos! Watch this episode at the Fun Fun Fun Youtube page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

Disney Dan Becker chats with Dapper Danielle about her time working at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique at Walt Disney World and the life of a theme park content creator. Check out all things Dapper Danielle at her website! Watch this episode at the Fun Fun Fun Youtube page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

Disney Dan Becker talks with Jack Pattillo (Rooster Teeth) about something he and producer Nathan do not find fun in the least - RUNNING. Jack breaks down what it takes to do the Disney marathon experience, what it's like to jog through empty parks at dawn, and also shares is new love of the Disney card game Lorcana. Check out Jack on YouTube. Watc…

Raven Griim is a cosplayer, content creator, and social media powerhouse, with millions of followers on TikTok and Instagram. I talked to her about cosplay, horror movies, anime, body modification and much more. • Tattoo Talk: Raven shares her experiences with tattoo laser removal and why she chose to cover up some of her ink. How painful is tattoo…

Disney Dan Becker talks to producer Nathan about creating his costume evolution of Thomas the Tank Engine and the two discuss Shining Time Station and if God exists...as one does talking Thomas. Watch Dan's episode before listening to this! Watch this episode at the Fun Fun Fun Youtube page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati…

Disney Dan Becker talks with Peter Sciretta (formerly of SlashFilm and now on YouTube's amazing @OrdinaryAdventures) about his love of the Muppets, the possible closure of Muppet Vision 3D, and if Disney has been a good caretaker of Kermit the Frog and his friends. --- Find Peter's work at Ordinary Adventures on YouTube. Watch this episode at the F…

On this episode of Creative Culture, I chatted with Kevin Perjurer, the creator of Defunctland. If you're a fan of meticulously researched and utterly fascinating documentaries about bygone theme parks and themed entertainment, you'll love this episode. It was interesting to talk to him about being a full-time documentarian, and crafting stories th…

After days of announcements from Disney at D23, it's time for Dan to sit down with producer Nathan and run through what excites us and what leaves us cold. --- Watch this episode at the Fun Fun Fun Youtube page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Disney Dan welcomes @OffhandDisney to the podcast to chat about new Haunted Mansion Rumors! Can Dan remember all the names of the Hitch-Hiking Ghosts? What is the new gingerbread house? --- Watch this episode at the Fun Fun Fun Youtube page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

Watch this episode on YouTube In this episode of Creative Culture I had a wide-ranging conversation with TikTok creator Dandy Demon. We talked about her experience creating content for TikTok and her approach to OnlyFans where she creates “nightmare thirst traps”. We also talked about her stalker and how important it is for her to maintain a positi…

Dan and Nathan talk with theme park extraordinaire Dave Cobb about his experience pitching an Olympics Opening Ceremony and they review the 2024 Opening Ceremony in Paris. --- Watch this episode at the Fun Fun Fun Youtube page. Check out what Dave is up to at his website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

Dan and Nathan chat with Touring Plans' Guy Selga about those wild and wooly Country Bears at Disney parks - looking at their history and reviewing the newest iteration of the show, "The Country Bear Musical Jamboree." --- Watch this episode at the Fun Fun Fun Youtube page. Check out Guy's writing on Touring Plans and purchase the 2025 Unofficial G…

It's time for some fun, fun, fun! Disney Dan Becker and his sidekick producer Nathan Hartman discuss what the podcast is all about and what to expect in the future. Here's a hint...fun! You can also find a video person of this podcast to subscribe to at https://www.youtube.com/@FUNFUNFUNPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio…

Is creativity the same as curiosity? In this episode of Creative Culture, I'm joined by Danie Berger, from @DIYDanie. We talked a lot about how social media is fundamentally changing art and creativity. It's no longer enough JUST to make art...you have to show the process. And then make that process crazy enough that people will watch. We talked ab…

In this episode of Creative Culture, I talked to Chris Burton of Half-Asleep Chris, known for his charming and delightful videos featuring his stop-motion animation, Lego and his pets. We discuss Chris's journey to 3.2 million subscribers, his creative process, the challenges of producing high-quality content, and the unique appeal of his videos. S…

Welcome back to Creative Culture! In this episode, I had a fun conversation with Elliot Fullam, a multi-talented artist who began his career at the age of nine. From interviewing rock legends to acting in horror films and crafting his own music, Elliot's journey is as diverse as it is fascinating. We explore the unique blend of horror and metal, di…

In this episode of Creative Culture, I talked to mixologist and professional bartender Leandro Di Monriva @TheEducatedBarfly about the art of mixing cocktails and what it takes to be a bartender. We chatted about everything from things that annoy bartenders to the tools of the trade. And if you've been thinking about setting up your own home bar, L…

Has social media fundamentally changed the way we perceive art? Can art me quantified by the number of eyeballs that view it? In this episode of Creative Culture, I talked with CJ the X, @cjthex a creator and philosopher whose work explores the intersection of art and our cultural engagement with social media. CJ's content, ranging from thought-pro…

This episode of Creative Culture is a look into the enchanting world of historical fashion with the talented Vasi Birchwood who not only dons but also meticulously crafts her own historical attire that she wears daily. We explored Vasi's journey into hand sewing and her passion for bringing the clothing of the working-class Victorian era and her Vo…

In this episode of Creative Culture, I talked with Electric Linda, a master tattoo artist hailing from Norway about tattoo art. With over two decades of experience, Linda brings a rich tapestry of stories, insights, and artistic wisdom to the table. Known for her dynamic and colorful photorealistic tattoos, as well as being a specialist in coverups…

Welcome to Creative Culture, a podcast that explores the myriad ways people express their creativity. In this episode, I spoke with Lloyd Barnes @LloydB a professional magician and illusion creator. Lloyd not only develops magic illusions for magicians globally but also shares his expertise through detailed tutorials on his YouTube channel. His app…

This episode of Creative Culture, features Madison from @EsoTarot. https://www.youtube.com/@EsoTarot The episode explores the art of tarot reading, its cultural significance, and its comparison to psychology. Madison shares her journey into tarot reading, discussing the personal and broader implications of tarot, its misconceptions, and its role in…

Help support the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/creativeculturepod Chef PK on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CHEFPKR Paul Karyakos, also known as Chef PK, combines his love for cooking with his passion for anime. In this episode of the Creative Culture Podcast, Paul discusses his unique approach to creating content that blends culinary arts wi…

A Year in Practice is available here: https://amzn.to/3NdFJp0 Jacqueline's website: https://www.jacquelinesuskin.com/ Help support Creative Culture! https://www.patreon.com/creativeculturepod Jacqueline Suskin, a prolific poet and writer, discusses her work and the importance of poetry in human culture. She shares her experience running Poem Store,…

Did you know that the number of trips to emergency rooms rise every December? Are you running too many lights in a single strand? How safe are you climbing up a ladder to install holiday lights? In this episode Scott Dixon of EverydayHomeRepairs and I discuss the dangers of the season and ways to avoid them.…

In this episode of Creative Culture, I talked with Jenna Whiting of @chainsawjenna , a prolific sculptor whose tool of choice is the chainsaw. We talked about her carving career and how she approaches the beautiful and amazing works of art she creates. She also talks about the performative nature of chainsaw carving and the various saws she uses. T…

In this spooky Halloween special, I'm joined by Ethan James @TheHonestCarpenter to discuss our favorite scary movies just in time for Halloween. We explore various horror subgenres, from classic slashers to modern gems, sharing recommendations and insights. Some of the movies discussed: "Happy Death Day" "Totally Killer" "The Blackcoat's Daughter" …

Grab your popcorn! Nina Nesseth, author of "Nightmare Fuel: The Science of Horror Films" slashes into the Creative Culture Podcast for a ghostly discussion on why horror movies scare us and what causes our brains and bodies to react the way we do. We also highlight the evolution of horror reflecting societal concerns, from classic monsters to moder…

Support this podcast! https://www.patreon.com/creativeculturepod Video episodes are available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@creativeculturepod In this episode of Creative Culture, I am joined by Alec Watson, renowned for his insights into the fusion of creativity and technology. He’s also a pinball collector, historian, and restorer. We take…

Does the U.S. have a unique architectural style besides the hideous McMansion? Why does the constructed suburban landscape have the same blandness no matter where you travel? Well, it's all about the stories they (don't) tell. The art of architecture: Architectural fails The haunting feeling caused by liminal spaces The challenges of converting off…

I had an absolute blast chatting with Ali Spagnola, a true creative maverick. She spills the beans on how she keeps those creative juices flowing—hint: it involves actively hunting for ideas rather than waiting for a strike of inspiration. Ali lets us in on her selection process, diving into how she picks and chooses projects that not only resonate…

Marissa Hill is the producer and host of Shade TV, a YouTube channel devoted to fashion, sneakers and hype culture. She herself is a sneakerhead and fashion model who is continually seen at movie premieres, pop culture events and festivals. In this episode we talked about her role in hype culture, what kind of sneakers to wear, and a little about v…

Mary Tsai is an Artificial Intelligence/ Machine Learning designer for Adobe, specializing in its audio and video tools such as Premier and After Effects. In this episode we discuss what AI is, what it means, and how it will affect culture, especially involving artists, makers and other creatives. Will artists become obsolete? Visit Mary on Instagr…

Laurie Shannon is the creator and host of The Icing Artist, a YouTube channel that has garnered nearly 5 million subscribers and whose videos have been seen over 1.2 billion times over the past ten years. In this episode we talked about the art of cake decorating and I learned some of the tricks and tools of the trade. Laurie recently launched a ne…

Cam Anderson of Blacktail Studio joined me this week to talk about his newfound fascination with making tables out of denim. Is he a trendsetter? Well, we also discussed how the first person to do something is rarely the best. Watch Blacktail Studio: https://www.youtube.com/@BlacktailStudio Support this podcast! https://www.patreon.com/creativecult…

This week I spoke to Jared Polin of FroKnowsPhoto about Photoshop's new generative AI and other apps such as MidJourney AI. They are dramatically changing everything about art and photography. Do we really need humans to take photographs? Are graphic designers becoming irrelevant? We also talked about the trend for shooting film and how a lot of pe…

Joining me today is Prano Bailey-Bond, the filmmaker who wrote and directed Censor, a movie that takes place during the U.K. "Video Nasties" era and tells the story of Enid, a film censor who screens all these videos to implement cuts of scenes deemed too dangerous to be viewed. The movie asks if watching violent movies causes people to act violent…

Help support this podcast! https://www.patreon.com/creativeculturepod Nick Lewis is a designer with the goal of simplifying interior design. He’s not afraid to voice his opinions on design trends that might be here to stay and others that need to go. Nick represents such a rational voice in what can be very subjective, even divisive topics. Why is …

Scott Dixon joined me this week to discuss his YouTube channel, Everyday Home Repairs, which has detailed tutorials on how to fix just about anything in and around your house. Ever wonder how to add an electrical outlet in a wall without access to an attic or crawlspace…and not rip apart the wall? Do you have a crack in your concrete driveway that …

Zack Nelson is the creator of JerryRigEverything, a YouTube channel mostly about technology. With over 1.6 billion channel views, you’ve probably seen one of his many videos taking apart phones, testing their durability, or showing you how to repair them. Or maybe you’ve seen his videos on electric vehicles: he built his own electric Hummer. Zack i…