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When You Wish Upon a Podcast

237 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 14 ratings

Amanda and Philip Paradis are watching every Disney movie in order of release date and giving you their thoughts, opinions, backstory, analysis, and games

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Episodes

233 - Dinosaur

April 02, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 61.1 MB

Who let the lemurs out? Meteors, I guess. Yikes. This week we talk about the Land Before Time and pedantic dinosaur species choices. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

232 - The Tigger Movie

March 19, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 62.5 MB

The one where everyone is covered in stripes... This week we talk about differing energy levels, uncles and catfishing. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

231 - Fantasia 2000

March 05, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 77.9 MB

It all happened one Y2K.... This week we talk about bats, catalog ice cream and general gravitas. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

230 - Toy Story 2

February 19, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 90.1 MB

The rootinest, tootinest sequel in the wild, wild West. This week we talk about yard sales, lemonade stands, the TV Guide channel and game guides. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

229 - The Straight Story

February 05, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 80.9 MB

If at first you don't succeed, visit your local John Deere salesman. This week we talk with our dad about grocery peepers, grandma casino trips, deer crashes and our own near death experience. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

228 - Inspector Gadget

January 22, 2021 09:00 - 54 minutes - 27.3 MB

Go Go Gadget Rotten Tomatoes! This week we talk about the cartoon, 90's trends and Disney Channel brainwashing. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

227 - Tarzan

January 08, 2021 09:00 - 57 minutes - 59.1 MB

Swinging into a new year! This week we talk about a guy named Tarzan, his abilities and his decisions. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

226 - Wishies 2020

December 25, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 48.9 MB

Our annual awards show! This year, we watched Disney movies from 1996-1999 and this week we picked our winners!

225 - Endurance

December 11, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MB

Racing towards the 2020 finish line.... This week we talk with our dad Jim about TV dimensions, DIY pole vaulting and school punishments. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

224 - Doug's 1st Movie

November 27, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 73.9 MB

Oh Doug, you're so binge watchy. This week we talk about all about the citizens of Bluffington. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

223 - My Favorite Martian

November 13, 2020 09:00 - 47 minutes - 48.1 MB

Our least favorite alien movie? This week we talk about love geometry, Pen15 and Beans from Even Stevens. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

222 - Mighty Joe Young

October 30, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 78.5 MB

When there's a 15-foot gorilla around but you can't tear your eyes away from his friend.... This week we talk with our cousin William about ski vacations, King Kong and Charlize Theron's crush factor. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

221 - A Bug's Life

October 16, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 94.7 MB

The tyranny of few vs. the power of many. One bug (or person) can make all the difference. VOTE! This week we talk about the Pixar Theory, Nintendo 64, and the Greatest Showman.  Follow along at wishpodcast.com

220 - I'll Be Home For Christmas

October 02, 2020 09:00 - 53 minutes - 25.8 MB

Merry Christmas, Lousy COVID Days. This week our sister Melissa joins us for the beginning of this year's Christmas creep. We talk about problematic blonde boys, Amanda's Saved By the Bell fan fiction and Melissa's future career as a Hallmark screenwriter! Follow along at wishpodcast.com

219- Air Bud: Golden Receiver

September 18, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 70.8 MB

Throw your rulebooks out of your sun roofs and make room for the football dog. This week we talk about breaking into your own house, multi-sport athletes and speed dials. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

218 - The Parent Trap

September 04, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 64.9 MB

We didn't confuse the twins but we did confuse all of the other actors who only had one role to play. This week we talk about poker, fax machines and switcheroos. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

217 - Mulan

August 21, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 84.7 MB

You must be swift as the coursing river, with all the force of Greek tycoon. (Our dad's take on Mulan lyrics.) This week we talk about cheat sheets, fast haircuts, drag queens and our latest Instagram endeavor: @puzzlingpanda. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

216 - Meet the Deedles

August 07, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 66.9 MB

Surf Wyoming! This week we talk about junior ranger badges, Yogi Bear, buffalo and Old Faithful. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

215 - Mr. Magoo

July 24, 2020 09:00 - 50 minutes - 52.8 MB

Good thing you don't need to see a podcast. This week we talk about museum heists, Rachel Green's trifle and pupil dilation. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

214 - Flubber

July 10, 2020 09:00 - 51 minutes - 54.4 MB

An absent-minded remake. This week we talk to our cousin Chris about professor fashion, team mascots and Melissa's first pet. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

213 - RocketMan

June 26, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 69.9 MB

If he's got the whole world in his hands, we're in trouble. Sounds familiar. This week we talk about Mrs. Nesbit, the Magic School Bus and the Short Wave podcast. Follow along at wishpodcast.com 

212 - Air Bud

June 12, 2020 09:00 - 58 minutes - 60.6 MB

Check the rule book and quit clowning around! This week we talk to our sister Melissa about band instruments, lucky charms, pudding and the spoons with which to eat it! Follow along at wishpodcast.com

211 - George of the Jungle

May 29, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 66.4 MB

Beware of trees. This week, we talk to our cousin William about meaningless & unearned job titles, Dave the Barbarian and jacked actors. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

210 - Hercules

May 15, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 97.6 MB

Who put the glad in gladiator....this guy....This week we talk about the Muses, Captain America, Olympians and résumés. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

209 - Jungle 2 Jungle

May 01, 2020 09:00 - 54 minutes - 55.9 MB

When nature calls, invest in coffee? This week we talk about landmarks and Silicon Valley but mostly complicated financial concepts. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

208 - That Darn Cat

April 17, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 65 MB

Leave your exclamation points at the door. This week we talk about kidnapping, name ages, clothing choices and obvious movie conclusions. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

207 - 101 Dalmatians

April 03, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 41.2 MB

The world was such a wholesome place until, Roger was played by Jeff Daniel(s). This week we talk about hiring nannies willy-nilly, Disney channel promos and child influencers on Youtube. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

206 - D3: The Mighty Ducks

March 20, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 36.5 MB

Three strikes, you're out! That's hockey right? Our cousin Chris rejoins us this week to talk hockey and ducks yet again. We talk about the D+ reboot, our disdain for Charlie Conway and Chris and Amanda hijack Phil's point system. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

205 - First Kid

March 06, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 41.2 MB

I pledge allegiance to butt humor. This week we talk about presidential code names, chat rooms and beverage pH. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

204 - The Hunchback of Notre Dame

February 21, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 97.9 MB

Come one, come all...hurry, hurry, here's your chance to hear Amanda rave about Ben Platt. This week we talk about our travels, French pronunciations and jumping jacks. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

203 - James and the Giant Peach

February 07, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 37.3 MB

Get out your magic map! We're taking a trip with just one big pit stop! This week we talk to our dad James about Roald Dahl, movie to play transitions, lift force science and more. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

202 - Homeward Bound II: Lost in San Francisco

January 24, 2020 09:00 - 58 minutes - 61 MB

It's a dog eat dog world out there. Or a dog eat pizza world. I forget. This week, our sister Melissa joins us to talk about the Waltons, camping logistics, and overall disappointment in humanity. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

201 - Muppet Treasure Island

January 10, 2020 09:00 - 58 minutes - 60.5 MB

Shiver my timbers! It's 2020! We're starting the year off with a boom boom stick! Our cousin William joins us this week for a slaphappy version of a classic. A salt slappy-happy version that is. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

200 - Wishies 2019

December 27, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 61.4 MB

Get your popcorn ready for our year end awards! As always, we reminisced about all of our favorites from this year and picked out the best of the best and the worst of the worst. Thanks to everyone for listening to our rants for yet another year. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

199 - Tom and Huck

November 22, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 67.2 MB

BOYHOOD HIJINX. This week we talk about Brotherly Love, marbles and thebabyanimals Instagram account. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

198 - Toy Story

November 15, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 95.3 MB

To Infinity and Beyond! This week we talk about favorite toys, Jim Henson's Christmas Toy,the Pixar Theory and more! Follow along at wishpodcast.com

197 - The Big Green

November 08, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 86.4 MB

Become part of the nightmare, become a monster, and listen to this episode! This week we talk Backyard Baseball, Mighty Ducks, soccer terms, and reverse psychology. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

196 - A Kid in King Arthur's Court

November 01, 2019 09:00 - 54 minutes - 58 MB

Oh how the mighty have fallen. This week we talk about school mascots, secret passages and running technique. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

195 - Operation Dumbo Drop

October 25, 2019 09:00 - 58 minutes - 62.1 MB

Skydiving 101. This week we talk about drive-in movies, Halloween food tricks and baking shows. Follow along at wishpodcast.com   Fact check: We couldn't remember which movie we saw this double feature with at the drive-in. For the record, it was Babe.

194 - Pocahontas

October 18, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 71.8 MB

Should I choose the smoothest course, steady as the beating drum? Should I marry...what's that guy's name again? This week we talk about Pocahontas' would be husband, nature vs. fancy and wind blown hair. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

193 - A Goofy Movie

October 11, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 97.8 MB

This week is all about a guy named George. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

192 - Tall Tale

October 04, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 72.5 MB

There's no place like Texas. This week we talk about buying the farm, bowler hats guys, US regions and the Wizard of Oz. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

191 - Man of the House

September 27, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 70.6 MB

Step up 2C. This week we talk about Jazzercise, Sega Game Gear, dynamite and more. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

190 - Heavyweights

September 20, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 90.4 MB

Lunch is cancelled and so is Tony Perkis. This week we talk about the last day of 8th grade, lemonade stands, Camp Anawanna and the Biggest Loser. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

189 - The Jungle Book

September 13, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 72.6 MB

Move over animals. The jungle isn't about you anymore. This week we talk about Clue, childhood dreams and accessory combinations. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

188 - The Santa Clause

September 06, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 88.7 MB

'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the courthouse Not a creature was stirring, not even a contract lawyer This week we talk about all the classic Christmas topics: egg nog, presents, tinsel and butt humor. Follow along at wishpodcast.com

187 - Squanto: A Warrior's Tale

August 30, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 71.2 MB

When life gives you corn, pop it. This week we talk about Thanksgiving, monk style choices and Phil's popcorn trauma. Follow along at wishpodcast.com   Fact check: Stuart Pankin who plays Brother Timothy was not in the Honey, I Shrunk the Kids TV show as we thought but he was in Honey, We Shrunk Ourselves. (So at least we were close) John Smith (the famous one) was not Squanto's son but actually was the head of the real expedition that captured him. (So they were connected, just in a way...

186 - Angels in the Outfield

August 23, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 88.9 MB

Take me out to the ball game, take me up to the clouds. This week Phil teaches baseball rules. We also talk about Amanda's celebrity crushes, splash zone avoidance and Rookie of the Year (the superior 90's baseball movie). Follow along at wishpodcast.com

185 - The Lion King

August 16, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 98.6 MB

I can't help it if I sniff every time I see Mufasa get thrown off a... Not in front of the kids. Oh, sorry. This week we talk about baptisms, human pyramids, paternal influence and more! Follow along at wishpodcast.com

184 - White Fang 2: Myth of the White Wolf

August 09, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 73.4 MB

What was this guy's name again? Couldn't tell you. This week we talk about 3 Little Pigs, upcoming Marvel shows, economic fashion and more! Follow along at wishpodcast.com