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Occult Disney: Exploring the Hidden Mysteries Behind Mickey

Thomas Gorence and Matt Comegys
Disney
Animation
Atlantis
TEACHER'S PET
Howl's Moving Castle
Lilo and Stitch
Miyazaki
The Lizzie Mcguire Movie
World War II
Spirited Away
Underground Civilizations
Treasure Planet
Ghibli Films
Princess Mononoke
Cultural Dissonance
Occult Symbolism
Gary Baseman
The Emperor's New Groove
Mythology
Emotional Energy

We look for the real magic in Disney, cracking open that facade of animation to find the hidden symbology, ancient myths, and wild stories that lie behind these classic Disney films.

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Mark Malek
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Episode: Evangelion: The Beast That Shouted I at the Heart of the World (w/ Mark Malek)
Isaac Weishaupt
Founder of the Bavarian Illuminati and commentator on the occult
Episode: Zootopia (w/ Isaac Weishaupt)
Anna Nicole Wordsmith
Well-known personality on the Sink Tank podcast
Episode: Frozen (w/ Anna Nicole Wordsmith)
Jamie Hanshaw
Recurring guest and expert on occult themes
Episode: The Haunted Mansion (2003, and a bit of 2023) (w/ Jamie Hanshaw)
Megan Claire Murphy
Actress and YouTuber, host of The Aunt Nene Show
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Episode: The Lizzie McGuire Movie (w/ Megan Claire Murphy)
Gordon Rochford
Guest discussing the film's themes and history.
Episode: Atlantis: The Lost Empire (w/ Gordon Rochford)
Juan Ayala
Podcaster and film enthusiast
Episode: The Emperor's New Groove (w/ Juan Ayala)

Hosts

Matt
Frequent co-hosts with ties to multiple animation-focused shows; often drives cultural and pop-culture critique with a penchant for cross-referencingDisney and broader media.
Paranoid American
Co-host with a focus on esoteric and conspiratorial angles; frequently contributes knowledge of occult and mythological symbolism to discussions.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • Informative, Mind expanding

    well informed and fascinating...the interplay of esoteric banter is also worth a mention.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Scottmeister
    Japan5 months ago
  • Flippantly unaware

    Exploring hidden mysteries? More like reading the basic Wikipedia page for the movies they discuss. I listened to one episode and these guys had no clue about the actors they were discussing and even described one of the leading characters as “the fat one”. Two overly opinionated clueless dudes.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MasterSzony
    United States5 months ago

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Listeners praise the show's bold, esoteric connections between Disney and myth, though some wish for tighter sourcing and accuracy.
Several episodes are praised for deep dives that reveal unexpected cultural insights, appealing to curious, analysis-driven audiences.
The banter and cross-topic riffing are a highlight, but occasional tangents can feel unfocused to some listeners.

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Evangelion: Hedgehog's Dilemma
Q: Do you think Japan, anywhere in Japan actually has a mech suit somewhere in development in real life?
There are really smart guys in Japan who are trying to make a proper mech suit.
The Secret World of Arrietty (aka The Borrowers)
Q: Is the maid evil?
The maid can be seen as ignorant rather than inherently evil, as she may not understand the sentience of the Borrowers.
Atlantis: The Lost Empire (w/ Gordon Rochford)
Q: What was everyone's history with the movie Atlantis?
The hosts recount their personal experiences, ranging from watching it during childhood to more recent views with family, noting it felt different from traditional Disney films.
Howl's Moving Castle (w/ PJ and Abby from 'Conspiracy Pilled')
Q: How does the movie compare to the original book?
The movie significantly diverges from the book, focusing more on Miyazaki's interpretation and creating a more engaging narrative with stronger anti-war themes.
Howl's Moving Castle (w/ PJ and Abby from 'Conspiracy Pilled')
Q: What themes stand out in Howl's Moving Castle?
The film explores themes such as beauty, personal transformation, and the consequences of war.

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This show surveys Disney films through an unconventional lens, unpacking hidden symbols, myths, and cultural references that lie beneath beloved animations. Episodes often thread together media crossovers, conspiracy-adjacent themes, and meta-commentary on pop culture, creating a mix of sharp analysis, humorous tangents, and speculative connections to broader cultural and historical ideas. Recent discussions span everything from child-friendly classics to neo-noir animated features, with a notable penchant for exploring how narrative subtext and societal commentary emerge in animation. The format tends to pair multi-episode threads with deep dives into specific films, making it appealing to listeners who enjoy provocative takes on familiar ... more

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