Diana and Susan meet in person and unpack Disney’s new live-action Snow White. They compare it to the animated classic, talk through the movie’s biggest changes, and debate when remakes should honor nostalgia vs. reflect today’s values. You’ll hear thoughts on Snow’s independence, the Prince “pauper” twist, the Dopey moment, the Evil Queen casting, and why certain iconic scenes were left out. It’s an honest, funny conversation about what worked, what didn’t, and what Disney should do next.

• 00:00 Welcome back, recording in person, quick catch-up

• 02:00 First reactions to the movie and why Sarah sat this one out

• 05:00 Early beats and familiar vibes: Beauty and the Beast, Cinderella, Aladdin parallels

• 08:30 Prince as pauper: empathy, morality, and the “Robin Hood/Flynn Rider” energy

• 12:00 The seven dwarfs debate and how the film approached representation

• 15:30 Dopey speaks: character growth vs. losing that classic charm

• 19:00 Making Snow White more complex and independent without the “housecleaning” scene

• 23:30 Nostalgia vs. updates: what to keep, what to change, and what to create new

• 28:30 Homages that remain: the Huntsman, the mirror, and the “fairest of them all” throughline

• 33:00 Music talk: new songs, “Waiting on a Wish,” and which live-action soundtracks land

• 36:00 Recasting the Evil Queen and the case for Emma Stone

• 40:00 Final thoughts: what this remake gets right and where Disney should go from here

• The movie gives Snow White clearer agency and a defined point of view, which modernizes her character without fully rewriting the core.

• Turning the Prince into a pauper adds empathy and aligns his morality with Snow’s, even if it echoes other Disney archetypes.

• Letting Dopey speak is a bold swing that some will read as growth and others as losing an iconic silent charm.

• Removing the housecleaning sequence aims to avoid dated gender roles, but it also trims a beloved bit of texture.

• The film nods to the original with the mirror and the Huntsman while expanding backstory around Snow’s parents and the Queen’s motives.

• Biggest miss: the Evil Queen performance never fully sells “menacing,” which drags on key scenes.

• The larger question isn’t “Should we remake?” but “When do we preserve nostalgia and when do we create something new?”

• “Disney is embracing bad bitches. Prince Charming is an addition, not a requirement.”

• “If it’s not broke, don’t fix it. Or better yet, make a new story that fits today.”

• “When Snow stands up, that’s when the mirror finally sees why she’s the fairest.”

• “Dopey talking breaks the mold for some and breaks the magic for others.”

• “I’d keep Snow White’s casting and swap the Evil Queen. Give me Emma Stone in that headpiece.”

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Hosts of Disney Moms Gone Wrong — Suzy and Diana — are joined by special guest Chesney from “Chesney’s Corner” for a deep, honest conversation about the Disney+ film Out of My Mind, based on Sharon M. Draper’s bestselling novel. They unpack the emotional weight of the story, which follows Melody, an 11-year-old girl with cerebral palsy, and reflect on what it means to advocate for kids with disabilities. The episode dives into the educational system, the role of parents and teachers, and how this film mirrors real-life experiences in special education.

Timestamps & Topics:

• 00:00 Welcome and Chesney’s Return to Podcasting

• 02:00 Introducing Out of My Mind and Melody’s Story

• 04:30 What “mainstreaming” means in education

• 06:20 Parenting moments that hit home

• 08:00 Advocacy through the eyes of a parent

• 10:00 The Ollie the goldfish scene and its emotional impact

• 12:00 Chesney explains what today’s 11-year-olds would put on a talk pad

• 14:45 Melody’s integration into the classroom

• 16:30 Mean girls, accurate portrayals, and school dynamics

• 18:00 Standing up to teachers and reclaiming agency

• 20:00 Are schools doing enough? A breakdown by district type

• 24:00 Special Day Classes, inclusion gaps, and reading deficits

• 28:00 The Wiz Kids moment that inspired other students

• 32:00 What each host took away from the film

• 38:00 Rose’s betrayal and Melody’s breakdown

• 42:00 How their families reacted to the movie

• 44:00 Generational lessons and the call to show this film in schools

Key Takeaways:

• Out of My Mind showcases the power of student advocacy and the need for inclusive classrooms.

• Melody’s story isn’t sugarcoated, which makes it feel real and deeply relatable.

• Chesney offers a Gen Z lens on how today’s kids relate to the film and each other.

• The episode highlights how much work still needs to be done in special education systems, especially in under-resourced districts.

• Families watching together opened up important conversations across generations.

Memorable Quotes:

• “Just because people are going to be wiping your ass your whole life doesn’t mean you have to kiss theirs.”

• “Advocacy doesn’t need a degree. It just needs someone who gives a damn.”

• “If your child can’t read, they’re behind in every subject.”

• “That goldfish scene broke me. Her first words being about Ollie? Full-circle moment.”

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In this episode of Disney Moms Gone Wrong, your favorite trio—Diana, Sarah, and Susie—take a brutally honest look at the new live-action prequel Mufasa. Is it a worthy addition to the Lion King legacy, or just another nostalgia grab? From snow-covered lions that give off White Walker vibes to Diet Coke-fueled late-night rants, the moms unpack it all. Expect deep dives into Disney's live-action fatigue, Rafiki’s surprising backstory, and even a debate over who should tell their life stories. Spoiler: it might be Snoop Dogg.

Timestamps & Topics:
00:00 Intro & Late-Night Chaos
02:00 Mufasa Movie Breakdown Begins
03:15 Live-Action Overload: Yay or Nay?
04:00 Susie’s “Mom Style” Movie Watching
06:30 Rafiki and Mufasa’s Emotional Bond
09:30 The Scar Backstory Debate
10:45 The Missed Opportunity of a Rafiki Solo Movie
12:30 Legacy, Loyalty, and Bad CGI
15:00 What Animal Would Be Your Sidekick in the Pride Lands?
20:00 What Do You Want Your Legacy to Be?
26:00 Who Should Tell Your Story When You're Gone?
31:00 Hall of Fame Verdict
36:00 Final Thoughts & Chaos

Key Takeaways:

• The film feels like a remix of The Lion King and Lion King 1½, with very few new ideas.

• Rafiki’s backstory was the emotional highlight and one of the few fresh elements.

• Most of the cast found the movie lacking in creativity and cultural impact.

• One standout song, "I Always Wanted a Brother," earned a bit of praise, but it wasn’t enough to carry the soundtrack.

• The moms dive into legacy talk, adding humor and heart to the discussion about what we leave behind.

Memorable Quotes:

• “Did ChatGPT write this movie?”

• “Rafiki is that crazy uncle you trust even though he talks in riddles.”

• “I shouted, ‘Not again!’ when that elephant came down the river.”

• “Mufasa would get expelled for plagiarism.”

• “I want Taco Bell to be part of my legacy.”

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