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Two brothers and lifelong animation fans watch and review movies from the Disney/Pixar canon in the hopes of unearthing the secrets behind the magic. Each week, we re-watch or in some cases, experience a feature for the first time and break it down in an attempt to discover the recipe of the secret sauce. We want to find out what set these films apart for generations of children, and big children, alike. Disney Plus is now available throughout the land so it’s never been easier to watch alon ...
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Ryan and Noosh are Dead is a bi-weekly podcast where the hosts riff on ridiculous stories from history and pop culture. The hosts are Dhanushka Kumarasinghe (Noosh), who is either enthusiastic or a narcissist but no one is quite sure which, not even him; Courtney Rajan, who can quote Foucault just as easily as she can quote the 10th Doctor; Ken Tran, who somehow breaks every mic in the studio; Brendan Kidney, professional babysitter; and Ryan Walters, who's been away making babies and promis ...
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A quick update on our promised review of Hercules: Zero to Hero and the schedule for upcoming episodes. Watch along on Disney Plus and join the conversation on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MagicByDesignPod Twitter: @MagicDesignPod Instagram: @magicbydesignpodKen Kidney による
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Ken and Gar get a different perspective on the events of the first Lion King movie this week with a review of the straight to DVD Lion King sequel, The Lion King 1 ½, first released in early 2004. The brothers discuss why this movie focused on sidekicks Timon and Pumbaa, set during the events of the first movie is more of a pauper compared to the o…
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Ken and Gar return to Pride Rock this week for a review of the straight to video Lion King sequel, Simba's Pride, first released in 1998. The brothers discuss why this movie stands head and shoulders above the other home video releases of the time and acts as a worthy successor to the masterpiece that is the original. Featuring a cover of "He Lives…
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Gar and Ken finally find out what’s around the river bend this week when they review the straight to video Pocahontas II: Journey to a New World, a follow up to 1995’s Pocahontas, first released in 1998. Turns out, it's a bland sequel, who knew! Featuring a reprise of 'Colours of the Wind', from our original Pocahontas episode, performed by Musical…
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Ep 88: Beauty and the Beast: Belle's Magical World
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Ken and Gar are feeling a bit of déjà vu as they review the second straight to video Beauty and the Beast sequel, subtitled Belle’s Magical World, first released in 1998. The brother's feel as if they might be the cursed ones this week as they struggle to find the positives in this cynical attempt to cash in again on the beloved 1991 original. Watc…
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Ep 87: Beauty and the Beast: The Enchanted Christmas
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It’s a tale as old as time…Disney cheaply cashing in on their beloved classics! Christmas has come very, very early this week as Ken and Gar review the first straight to video Beauty and the Beast sequel, subtitled The Enchanted Christmas, first released in 1997. Watch along on Disney Plus and join the conversation on social media: Facebook: https:…
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Ken and Gar are staying in Agrabah this week for a review of the second straight to video Aladdin sequel, Aladdin and the King of Thieves, first released in 1996. The brothers celebrate the return of Robin Williams to the role of the Genie and play the strangest game of would you rather! Watch along on Disney Plus and join the conversation on socia…
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Ken and Gar ring in the new year and kick of the home video feature era of Magic by Design with a review of Disney's first straight to video release, The Return of Jafar, an Aladdin sequel, first released in 1994. Featuring a reprise of resident Magic by Design singer, Nicole McDonagh's medley of tunes from the original Aladdin. We hereby declare t…
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The second season of Magic by Design comes to a close as Ken and Gar pull on the tuxedos and struggle with their bow ties for the Best of Pixar Awards. Which films will snag the top awards? Download to find out! Featuring a reprise of her award winning cover of "When She Loved Me" from Toy Story 2 by Magic by Design's resident singer, Nicole McDona…
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Ken and Gar are dipping back into the world of Disney features this week with a review of the studio’s 60th animated feature, Encanto, in theatres now! The brothers visit Casita Madrigal to break down the latest film in the Disney animated canon to see if there's any magic to be found. Watch along on Disney Plus and join the conversation on social …
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Ken and Gar attempt to silencio their Brunos to live their dream of reviewing Pixar's 24th, and most recent, Luca this week. The brothers try to put their finger on why Enrico Casarosa's feature directorial debut feels so different to anything the studio has done before and what makes the story's themes so universally appealing to audiences of all …
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Ken and Gar getting existential this week with a review of Pixar's 23rd animated feature, Soul, first released as a Disney+ exclusive on Christmas Day 2020. The brothers ponder the meaning of life and how the most recent effort from Director, Pete Docter, stacks up to his magnum opus, Inside Out (Episode 74). Featuring a cover of "It's All Right" f…
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Ken and Gar cast a spell to conjure up a review of Pixar's 22nd animated feature, Onward, this week. The brothers embark on an epic quest to uncover the ancient mystery of why this fantasy road movie sticks the landing but ultimately, falters along the journey. Featuring a cover of "Carried Me With You" from Onward by Magic by Design's resident sin…
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Ken and Gar join Woody, Buzz and the gang for one last adventure this week in their review of Toy Story 4 first released in 2019. The brothers cap off their series on Pixar's original and most famous franchise by breaking down how each installment continues to deliver the very best of animated storytelling, bucking the trend of diminishing returns …
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Ken and Gar are pulling on the spandex and dusting off their cowls for a review of Pixar's 20th animated feature, Incredibles 2, first released in 2018. Will the Parr family save the day again or will their return be resigned to the Superhero scrap heap with the likes Batman and Robin? Tune in to find out! Watch along on Disney Plus and join the co…
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Ken and Gar celebrating the holiday in appropriate fashion with our review of Pixar's 19th animated feature, Coco. Will this Day of the Dead inspired tale be a trick or treat? Tune in to find out, if you dare.... Featuring an other-worldly cover of "Remember Me" from Coco by Magic by Design's resident singer, Nicole McDonagh. We hereby declare that…
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Ken and Gar return to the race track one more time this week. The brothers are racing to the finish line of their series on the Cars trilogy with a review of Cars 3, first released in 2017. Will this third instalment take the chequered flag? Tune in to find out! Featuring a reprise of "Life is a Highway" from the original Cars movie all the way bac…
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Ken and Gar try not to forget their takes on Finding Dory while overcoming disruption caused by a tiny Chihuahua named Honey who was intent on chiming in on their review of this follow up to the beloved 2003 mega hit, Finding Nemo. Featuring a cover of "What a Wonderful World" from the thrilling climax of Finding Dory by Magic by Design's resident …
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Ken and Gar attempt to make their mark this week with a review of Pixar's 16th animated feature, The Good Dinosaur, first released in 2015. The brothers break down what is considered to be the studio's first flop to find out what went wrong at the box office and if all the hate for this prehistoric tale is warranted. Watch along on Disney Plus and …
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Ken and Gar dive deep into the recesses of the human mind this week for a review of Pixar's 15th animated feature, Inside Out first released in 2015. The brothers explore their feelings about Director Pete Docter's masterpiece and chat about how important it is for the children of today to see this movie. Watch along on Disney Plus and join the con…
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Ken and Gar are going back to college this week for a review of Pixar's 14th animated feature, Monsters University, first released in 2013. The brothers study this follow up to Monsters, Inc. (2001) to compose their thesis comparing it to the beloved original. Gar also tries his hand at resolving some of the film's story problems with surprising, n…
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Ken and Gar explore the mystical forests of Medieval Scotland this week to discover the secrets of Pixar's 13th animated feature, Brave. The brothers decide the fate of the studio's first attempt at the classic Disney Princess formula and discuss the film's troubled journey to the silver screen. Resident Magic by Design singer, Nicole McDonagh is i…
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Ken and Gar off on a whistle stop tour around the globe this week. Their mission is to uncover the mystery of why Pixar's 12th animated feature, Cars 2, is arguably the studio's worst film! Featuring a mellow cover of "Nobody's Fool" from Cars 2 by Magic by Design's resident singer, Nicole McDonagh. We hereby declare that we do not own the rights t…
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Ken and Gar are reliving the trauma of saying goodbye to their childhoods this week with a review of Pixar's 11th animated feature, Toy Story 3, first released in 2010. Can the brothers hatch a plan to escape Sunnyside Daycare or will they be resigned to a life in the Caterpillar room? Listen now to find out! Featuring a cover of "We Belong Togethe…
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Ken and Gar are setting off on an adventure to Paradise Falls with a review of Pixar's 10th animated feature, Up this week, first released in 2009. This episode is dedicated to actor Ed Asner, the voice of Carl in Up, who sadly passed away on the day of recording at age 91 following a long and successful career in Hollywood. Watch along on Disney P…
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Ken and Gar are booting up their review of Pixar's 9th animated feature, WALL-E this week. The brothers get to work cleaning up their takes on what many critics called the best film of year upon its release in 2008 to see if it holds up and is deserving of such lofty praise. Featuring a Streisand worth cover of Hello Dolly’s, “It Only Takes A Momen…
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Ken and Gar put on their aprons and get to work in the podcast kitchen to whip up a fresh and tasty review of Pixar's Ratatouille, first released in 2007. Watch along on Disney Plus and join the conversation on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MagicByDesignPod Twitter: @MagicDesignPod Instagram: @magicbydesignpod…
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Ken and Gar hit the highway this week to review Pixar's 7th animated feature, Cars, first released in 2006. The brothers spend most of this week's episode trying to unlock the mysteries of the Cars Universe (Carniverse) and are still none the wiser. Have a listen and join the conversation on social to share your theories! Featuring a road rocking c…
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Ken and Gar suit up this week to review Pixar's 6th animated feature, The Incredibles, first released in 2004. The brothers discuss why this is the most grown up movie from the studio to date and make a case for why it's one of the best superhero films ever made. Watch along on Disney Plus and join the conversation on social media: Facebook: https:…
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This week, Ken and Gar grab their snorkels for a deep dive of Pixar’s 5th animated feature, Finding Nemo, first released in 2003. The brothers delve into the murky waters of this aquatic classic to find out why Marlin, Dory and co. are still our friends all these years later. Watch along on Disney Plus and join the conversation on social media: Fac…
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Get ready for a scare this week as Ken and Gar review Pixar’s 4th animated feature, Monsters, Inc. first released in 2001. The brother's unpack why Pete Docter's directorial debut is one of the most interesting and challenging animated films of its time. Featuring a cover "If I Didn't Have You" from Monsters, Inc. by Magic by Design's resident sing…
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Ken and Gar return to Andy’s room this week to review Toy Story 2, a sequel to 1995’s Toy Story, first released in 1999. Featuring a beautiful cover of "When She Loved Me" from Toy Story 2 that's bound to bring a tear to any eye by Magic by Design's resident singer, Nicole McDonagh. We hereby declare that we do not own the rights to this music/song…
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Ken and Gar grab their magnifying glasses and wade into the tall grass this week to examine every little detail of Pixar's 2nd animated feature, A Bug's Life, first released in 1998. Featuring a swinging cover of Randy Newman's "The Time of Your Life" from A Bug's Life by Musical Correspondent, Nicole McDonagh. We hereby declare that we do not own …
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Ken and Gar embark on a new leg of their animated journey of discovery this week as they begin their review of every Pixar film to date starting with the studio's very first movie, Toy Story, first released in 1995. Featuring a unique rendition of Randy Newman's "I Will Go Sailing No More" from Toy Story by Musical Correspondent, Nicole McDonagh. W…
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Bonus Episode: The Best and Worst Disney Animated Movies
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In this bonus episode, Ken and Gar cap off their review series of every Disney animated feature film released in theaters to date by comparing notes on their best and worst lists with some surprising inclusions and omissions along the way! Watch along on Disney Plus and join the conversation on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Magic…
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This week, Ken and Gar reach the destination of their Disney journey of discovery with a review Disney's 59th and most recent animated feature, Raya and the Last Dragon, released simultaneously in theaters and Premier Access on Disney Plus in March of this year. Featuring a cover of "Lead the Way" from Raya and the Last Dragon by Musical Correspond…
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Ken and Gar are going into the unknown this week with a review of Disney's 58th animated feature, Frozen II, a sequel to 2013’s Frozen released in 2019. The brothers dig deep in to this much anticipated sequel to find out of it lived up to the hype! Musical Correspondent, Nicole McDonagh promised us one song this week but went above and beyond to s…
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Ken and Gar are hoping to go viral this week with their review of Disney's 57th animated feature, Ralph Breaks the Internet (2018). The brothers discuss the missed opportunities in this sequel to 2012’s Wreck-it Ralph before lamenting the negative effects of the internet age on our daily lives. Featuring an adorable cover of "A Place Called Slaught…
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Ken and Gar are setting sail for adventure once again this week as they look to restore the heart of Te Fiti by reviewing Disney's 56th animated feature, Moana, released in late 2016. The brothers weigh the most recent effort by legendary Disney animators, Clements and Musker against their other classic movies and discuss the pros and cons of the c…
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It’s predator vs prey this week as Ken and Gar turn detective to unravel the mystery of Disney's 55th animated feature, Zootopia or Zootropolis depending on where you were in the world at the time of the film’s release in 2016. The brothers gather the evidence to make their case for why this movie belongs in the conversation of top tier of Disney c…
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Ken and Gar hope you are satisfied with the care they have taken with their review this week as they take a look at the internal mechanics of Disney's 54th animated feature, Big Hero 6, released in 2014. The brothers also get distracted by the fascinating concept of the multiverse and ponder how it could play a part in possible future Big Hero movi…
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Ken and Gar can't hold back their review of Disney's 53rd animated feature, Frozen, anymore so they are letting it go this week! The brothers discuss the Frozen phenomenon and why this may be one of the most culturally important films that the studio has ever produced. NOTE: Ken calls the great Kristen Bell, Kristen Stewart several times in this ep…
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Happy Birthday to us! Ken and Gar are celebrating 1 year of Magic by Design this week as they hit the arcade for a review of Disney's 52nd animated feature, Wreck-It Ralph, first released in 2012. Featuring a synthy cover of Owl City's "When Can I See You Again?" from the end credit of Wreck-It Ralph by Musical Correspondent, Nicole McDonagh. We he…
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Ken and Gar are going back to the 100 Acre Wood this week as they review Disney's 51st animated feature, Winnie the Pooh, first released in 2011. The brothers also discuss possible future Pooh adaptations and why kids need Eeyore. Featuring a rendition of Zooey Deschanel's "So Long" from the Winnie the Pooh soundtrack by Musical Correspondent, Nico…
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Ken and Gar see the light this week as they review Disney's 50th animated feature, Tangled, first released in 2010. Featuring medley of songs from Tangled by Musical Correspondent, Nicole McDonagh. We hereby declare that we do not own the rights to this music/song. All rights belong to the owner. No copyright infringement intended. Follow Nicole @N…
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Ken and Gar don't have time for dancing this week as they review Disney's The Princess and the Frog first released in 2009. The brothers discuss why Disney went back to the drawing board with this New Orleans twist on the well known fairy tale and also go completely off topic, as they often do, to lament the decline of self contained storytelling i…
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A movie starring John Travolta and Miley Cyrus as best friends? Sounds like a recipe for success on this week's Magic by Design! Hollywood calls as we review Disney's 48th animated feature, Bolt, first released in 2008. Featuring a twangy cover of “Barking at the Moon” from Bolt. We hereby declare that we do not own the rights to this music/song. A…
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The future is bright this week as Ken and Gar review Disney's 47th animated feature, Meet the Robinsons, first released in 2007. Featuring a gorgeous cover of “Little Wonders” from Meet the Robinsons. We hereby declare that we do not own the rights to this music/song. All rights belong to the owner. No copyright infringement intended. Follow Nicole…
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The end is nigh this week as Ken and Gar attempt to review Disney's 47th animated feature, Chicken Little, first released in 2005, before the sky falls on them! The brothers offer helpful suggestions on how they fix the strange pacing in this adaptation of the classic children's fable before reminiscing on the fad that was 3D movies. Featuring an c…
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Ken and Gar are farming for takes this week on Disney's 45th animated feature, Home on the Range, first released in 2004. You won't have to wait long for the brother's take on this Western that follows the adventures of a team of bovine bounty hunters! Musical Correspondent Nicole is going country with "Will The Sun Ever Shine Again" from Home on t…
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