The Maza's Musings Podcast
@mazasmusingspod.bsky.social
Chris Maza, a Western Mass. journalist, husband, dad and puppy dad, talks sports, Disney, craft beer, and anything else fun! Sometimes he talks to himself, sometimes someone joins him.
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It's here! The 100th episode is little bit of everything else that makes The Maza’s Musings Podcast what it is: a love letter to family, Disney, sports, fun, and good conversation!
Tune in on your favorite podcatcher or at linktr.ee/mazasmusings!
Tune in on your favorite podcatcher or at linktr.ee/mazasmusings!
November 30, 2025 at 7:11 PM
It's here! The 100th episode is little bit of everything else that makes The Maza’s Musings Podcast what it is: a love letter to family, Disney, sports, fun, and good conversation!
Tune in on your favorite podcatcher or at linktr.ee/mazasmusings!
Tune in on your favorite podcatcher or at linktr.ee/mazasmusings!
🐘➡️🌌 The Star Wars-ifying Series continues! Chris is tackling Disney's Animal Kingdom with a Star Wars lens. What does the Tree of Life become? What happens to Everest? And wait till you hear the idea for the Galactic Safari!
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#StarWars #AnimalKingdom #DisneyWorld
Listen: linktr.ee/mazasmusings
#StarWars #AnimalKingdom #DisneyWorld
November 21, 2025 at 6:08 PM
🐘➡️🌌 The Star Wars-ifying Series continues! Chris is tackling Disney's Animal Kingdom with a Star Wars lens. What does the Tree of Life become? What happens to Everest? And wait till you hear the idea for the Galactic Safari!
Listen: linktr.ee/mazasmusings
#StarWars #AnimalKingdom #DisneyWorld
Listen: linktr.ee/mazasmusings
#StarWars #AnimalKingdom #DisneyWorld
In this episode, G. Michael Dobbs joins to discuss his new book, The Films and Life of Tom Tyler: Cowboy, Monster, Hero. We dive into Tyler’s career in classic B-movies, what makes him an underrated film icon, and how Mike uncovered the stories behind his roles, legacy, and impact on genre cinema.
November 15, 2025 at 12:04 PM
In this episode, G. Michael Dobbs joins to discuss his new book, The Films and Life of Tom Tyler: Cowboy, Monster, Hero. We dive into Tyler’s career in classic B-movies, what makes him an underrated film icon, and how Mike uncovered the stories behind his roles, legacy, and impact on genre cinema.
A practically perfect podcast episode in every way!
Author and Disney historian Todd James Pierce talks about his upcoming book, Making Mary Poppins, exploring the creative journey from the Sherman Brothers’ timeless songs to production!
#disney #disneymovies #marypoppins #film #books #authors
Author and Disney historian Todd James Pierce talks about his upcoming book, Making Mary Poppins, exploring the creative journey from the Sherman Brothers’ timeless songs to production!
#disney #disneymovies #marypoppins #film #books #authors
November 7, 2025 at 11:46 AM
A practically perfect podcast episode in every way!
Author and Disney historian Todd James Pierce talks about his upcoming book, Making Mary Poppins, exploring the creative journey from the Sherman Brothers’ timeless songs to production!
#disney #disneymovies #marypoppins #film #books #authors
Author and Disney historian Todd James Pierce talks about his upcoming book, Making Mary Poppins, exploring the creative journey from the Sherman Brothers’ timeless songs to production!
#disney #disneymovies #marypoppins #film #books #authors
Chris the DCL Cruising Dad joins the podcast this week to share highlights from his 3-night Bahamian adventure aboard the Disney Dream! All aboard for this seafaring episode!
#disney #disneycruise #disneycruiselife #disneycruiseline #disneydream
#disney #disneycruise #disneycruiselife #disneycruiseline #disneydream
October 31, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Chris the DCL Cruising Dad joins the podcast this week to share highlights from his 3-night Bahamian adventure aboard the Disney Dream! All aboard for this seafaring episode!
#disney #disneycruise #disneycruiselife #disneycruiseline #disneydream
#disney #disneycruise #disneycruiselife #disneycruiseline #disneydream
Rich Michelson of R. Michelson Gallery joins me to talk about how his space became a gathering place for legendary illustrators and how it celebrates the art of storybook illustration as fine art!
October 24, 2025 at 7:42 PM
Rich Michelson of R. Michelson Gallery joins me to talk about how his space became a gathering place for legendary illustrators and how it celebrates the art of storybook illustration as fine art!
In this episode, Dan takes us on a trip to the Most Magical Place on Earth that didn’t exactly go according to plan. From unexpected detours to theme park chaos, it’s a story of perseverance, misadventure, and finding the fun even when the magic goes sideways!
Find it on your favorite podcatcher!
Find it on your favorite podcatcher!
October 17, 2025 at 1:52 PM
In this episode, Dan takes us on a trip to the Most Magical Place on Earth that didn’t exactly go according to plan. From unexpected detours to theme park chaos, it’s a story of perseverance, misadventure, and finding the fun even when the magic goes sideways!
Find it on your favorite podcatcher!
Find it on your favorite podcatcher!
Matt Conway of Pop Culture Chats with Ryan and Matt joins me and we take a trip down memory lane and into the locker room as we talk all things sports movies! From underdog stories and comebacks to quotable locker room speeches, it’s a fun ride through the genre that never fails to get us cheering.
October 10, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Matt Conway of Pop Culture Chats with Ryan and Matt joins me and we take a trip down memory lane and into the locker room as we talk all things sports movies! From underdog stories and comebacks to quotable locker room speeches, it’s a fun ride through the genre that never fails to get us cheering.
Join me and Matt Conway TONIGHT, live on YouTube as we talk about our favorite sports movies! We kick it off at 8 p.m. (ET)! Have some favorites you'd like to share? Shoot them to us in the chat!
October 7, 2025 at 7:48 PM
Join me and Matt Conway TONIGHT, live on YouTube as we talk about our favorite sports movies! We kick it off at 8 p.m. (ET)! Have some favorites you'd like to share? Shoot them to us in the chat!
Making a long-awaited return, Meghan joins me and Eileen for another round of Disney This or That — So what’ll it be: ❄️ Frozen or 🌊 Moana? Wilderness Lodge or Animal Kingdom Lodge? 📸 Family photos or silly selfies? Meghan takes on these burning questions (and more)!
October 3, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Making a long-awaited return, Meghan joins me and Eileen for another round of Disney This or That — So what’ll it be: ❄️ Frozen or 🌊 Moana? Wilderness Lodge or Animal Kingdom Lodge? 📸 Family photos or silly selfies? Meghan takes on these burning questions (and more)!
Baseball cards. For some, pure nostalgia. For others, a lifelong passion. This week, I’m joined by Scott Greene — avid collector and organizer of the 413 Card Show! We dive into the world of collecting, how #TheHobby has changed , and what’s in store for the biggest show yet!
September 26, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Baseball cards. For some, pure nostalgia. For others, a lifelong passion. This week, I’m joined by Scott Greene — avid collector and organizer of the 413 Card Show! We dive into the world of collecting, how #TheHobby has changed , and what’s in store for the biggest show yet!
It's time to play the music! It's time to light the lights! It's time to meet the Muppets creator Jim Henson on The Maza's Musings Podcast tonight!
From Sam and Friends, to the global impact of Sesame Street and The Muppet Show, Brian shares stories that show just how inventive Jim really was!
From Sam and Friends, to the global impact of Sesame Street and The Muppet Show, Brian shares stories that show just how inventive Jim really was!
September 19, 2025 at 12:35 PM
It's time to play the music! It's time to light the lights! It's time to meet the Muppets creator Jim Henson on The Maza's Musings Podcast tonight!
From Sam and Friends, to the global impact of Sesame Street and The Muppet Show, Brian shares stories that show just how inventive Jim really was!
From Sam and Friends, to the global impact of Sesame Street and The Muppet Show, Brian shares stories that show just how inventive Jim really was!
✨ Adventure is out there — and Tom & Michelle of @hyperionpodcast.bsky.social are always ready to find it! I’m thrilled to welcome them to share their latest adventures, including a Disney Vacation Club Member Cruise, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, and Destination D23!
September 12, 2025 at 12:56 PM
✨ Adventure is out there — and Tom & Michelle of @hyperionpodcast.bsky.social are always ready to find it! I’m thrilled to welcome them to share their latest adventures, including a Disney Vacation Club Member Cruise, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, and Destination D23!
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Destination D23 is in the books, and wow, Disney didn’t hold back. From movie reveals to park updates that will reshape the guest experience, there’s a lot to talk about. Eileen and Chris break it all down and share takes on what’s most exciting from the weekend.
Destination D23 is in the books, and wow, Disney didn’t hold back. From movie reveals to park updates that will reshape the guest experience, there’s a lot to talk about. Eileen and Chris break it all down and share takes on what’s most exciting from the weekend.
September 5, 2025 at 1:43 PM
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Destination D23 is in the books, and wow, Disney didn’t hold back. From movie reveals to park updates that will reshape the guest experience, there’s a lot to talk about. Eileen and Chris break it all down and share takes on what’s most exciting from the weekend.
Destination D23 is in the books, and wow, Disney didn’t hold back. From movie reveals to park updates that will reshape the guest experience, there’s a lot to talk about. Eileen and Chris break it all down and share takes on what’s most exciting from the weekend.
Happy Skynet Day!
August 29, 2025 at 12:52 PM
Happy Skynet Day!
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🎒✨ Class is in session on The Maza’s Musings Podcast! Chris and Eileen are matching Disney characters to classic classroom roles—Teacher’s Pet, Class Clown, Daydreamer, and more. Who makes the roll call? Tune in to find out!
🎒✨ Class is in session on The Maza’s Musings Podcast! Chris and Eileen are matching Disney characters to classic classroom roles—Teacher’s Pet, Class Clown, Daydreamer, and more. Who makes the roll call? Tune in to find out!
August 29, 2025 at 12:48 PM
*** NEW EPISODE!!! ***
🎒✨ Class is in session on The Maza’s Musings Podcast! Chris and Eileen are matching Disney characters to classic classroom roles—Teacher’s Pet, Class Clown, Daydreamer, and more. Who makes the roll call? Tune in to find out!
🎒✨ Class is in session on The Maza’s Musings Podcast! Chris and Eileen are matching Disney characters to classic classroom roles—Teacher’s Pet, Class Clown, Daydreamer, and more. Who makes the roll call? Tune in to find out!
Can the Red Sox make a serious postseason push? Will the Celtics and Bruins be competitive this year? How awesome was it having Rich Eisen back on SportsCenter? And just how bad is Joshua Dobbs at playing professional quarterback?
These questions and more are answered in this week's episode!
These questions and more are answered in this week's episode!
August 22, 2025 at 7:09 PM
Can the Red Sox make a serious postseason push? Will the Celtics and Bruins be competitive this year? How awesome was it having Rich Eisen back on SportsCenter? And just how bad is Joshua Dobbs at playing professional quarterback?
These questions and more are answered in this week's episode!
These questions and more are answered in this week's episode!
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We’re back at full throttle🏎️with Joe from F1 Silly Mornings for a crash course in Formula 1 racing — covering everything from the best and worst races, to the rivalries that fuel the sport, to what really goes on behind the pit wall, to some hot or unpopular takes!
We’re back at full throttle🏎️with Joe from F1 Silly Mornings for a crash course in Formula 1 racing — covering everything from the best and worst races, to the rivalries that fuel the sport, to what really goes on behind the pit wall, to some hot or unpopular takes!
August 15, 2025 at 3:39 PM
*** NEW EPISODE!!! ***
We’re back at full throttle🏎️with Joe from F1 Silly Mornings for a crash course in Formula 1 racing — covering everything from the best and worst races, to the rivalries that fuel the sport, to what really goes on behind the pit wall, to some hot or unpopular takes!
We’re back at full throttle🏎️with Joe from F1 Silly Mornings for a crash course in Formula 1 racing — covering everything from the best and worst races, to the rivalries that fuel the sport, to what really goes on behind the pit wall, to some hot or unpopular takes!
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🎉 In honor of Hamilton's 10th anniversary on Broadway this week, Eileen and Chris are counting down their top HamilTEN favorite songs from the revolutionary musical! 💥🎭
🎧 Don't throw away your shot to listen on your favorite podcatcher!
🎉 In honor of Hamilton's 10th anniversary on Broadway this week, Eileen and Chris are counting down their top HamilTEN favorite songs from the revolutionary musical! 💥🎭
🎧 Don't throw away your shot to listen on your favorite podcatcher!
August 8, 2025 at 1:43 PM
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🎉 In honor of Hamilton's 10th anniversary on Broadway this week, Eileen and Chris are counting down their top HamilTEN favorite songs from the revolutionary musical! 💥🎭
🎧 Don't throw away your shot to listen on your favorite podcatcher!
🎉 In honor of Hamilton's 10th anniversary on Broadway this week, Eileen and Chris are counting down their top HamilTEN favorite songs from the revolutionary musical! 💥🎭
🎧 Don't throw away your shot to listen on your favorite podcatcher!
In this week’s episode, we’re putting a twist on the classic “Am I The Jerk?” format. I’ve cooked up some scenarios inspired by iconic villains, and Eileen (along with you, the listener!) will try to figure out who it is based on their side of the story.
August 1, 2025 at 11:02 AM
In this week’s episode, we’re putting a twist on the classic “Am I The Jerk?” format. I’ve cooked up some scenarios inspired by iconic villains, and Eileen (along with you, the listener!) will try to figure out who it is based on their side of the story.
We did it! We got an episode out in spite of a crazy week and some delays! We wrap up our Walt Disney World Love It, Like It, Leave It series with Animal Kingdom!
Find it on your favorite podcatcher!
Find it on your favorite podcatcher!
July 28, 2025 at 5:18 PM
We did it! We got an episode out in spite of a crazy week and some delays! We wrap up our Walt Disney World Love It, Like It, Leave It series with Animal Kingdom!
Find it on your favorite podcatcher!
Find it on your favorite podcatcher!
Hey everyone! Due to some real life stuff, we weren't able to record this week's episode. We may try to pull something off on Sunday. Thanks for listening!
July 25, 2025 at 10:38 AM
Hey everyone! Due to some real life stuff, we weren't able to record this week's episode. We may try to pull something off on Sunday. Thanks for listening!
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AJ Wolfe, the creator of the iconic @disneyfoodblog.bsky.social and author of the upcoming book Disney Adults, joins us to talk about the evolution of the blog, the inspiration behind the book, and what it really means to live the Disney life beyond the parks!
AJ Wolfe, the creator of the iconic @disneyfoodblog.bsky.social and author of the upcoming book Disney Adults, joins us to talk about the evolution of the blog, the inspiration behind the book, and what it really means to live the Disney life beyond the parks!
July 18, 2025 at 1:52 PM
*** NEW EPISODE!!! ***
AJ Wolfe, the creator of the iconic @disneyfoodblog.bsky.social and author of the upcoming book Disney Adults, joins us to talk about the evolution of the blog, the inspiration behind the book, and what it really means to live the Disney life beyond the parks!
AJ Wolfe, the creator of the iconic @disneyfoodblog.bsky.social and author of the upcoming book Disney Adults, joins us to talk about the evolution of the blog, the inspiration behind the book, and what it really means to live the Disney life beyond the parks!
*** NEW EPISODE!!!***
In the words of Hamilton’s George Washington (sort of), you have no control who lives, who dies, who fact-checks your story!
We’ll explore the real stories behind the characters and moments that made Hamilton a cultural phenomenon!
In the words of Hamilton’s George Washington (sort of), you have no control who lives, who dies, who fact-checks your story!
We’ll explore the real stories behind the characters and moments that made Hamilton a cultural phenomenon!
July 7, 2025 at 1:51 PM
*** NEW EPISODE!!!***
In the words of Hamilton’s George Washington (sort of), you have no control who lives, who dies, who fact-checks your story!
We’ll explore the real stories behind the characters and moments that made Hamilton a cultural phenomenon!
In the words of Hamilton’s George Washington (sort of), you have no control who lives, who dies, who fact-checks your story!
We’ll explore the real stories behind the characters and moments that made Hamilton a cultural phenomenon!
Spaceballs The Podcast!
In honor of the newly announced Spaceballs 2, Matt Conway of Pop Culture Chats with Ryan and Matt joined Chris to hit Ludicrous Speed and celebrate Mel Brooks' iconic sci-fi spoof!
In honor of the newly announced Spaceballs 2, Matt Conway of Pop Culture Chats with Ryan and Matt joined Chris to hit Ludicrous Speed and celebrate Mel Brooks' iconic sci-fi spoof!
June 27, 2025 at 5:27 PM
Spaceballs The Podcast!
In honor of the newly announced Spaceballs 2, Matt Conway of Pop Culture Chats with Ryan and Matt joined Chris to hit Ludicrous Speed and celebrate Mel Brooks' iconic sci-fi spoof!
In honor of the newly announced Spaceballs 2, Matt Conway of Pop Culture Chats with Ryan and Matt joined Chris to hit Ludicrous Speed and celebrate Mel Brooks' iconic sci-fi spoof!