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Join Braden for a special BONUS episode of the Spillin' Dis Tea Podcast! In this special episode we go through our hopes and predictions for Disney's 2022 D23 fan event; follow along with your own BINGO card and see what we got, missed, or didn't even think of! Grab a cup of tea enjoy!

Happy Wednesday everyone! Hold on to your socks because this week, Spillin' Dis Tea is bringing back a very popular episode... Get ready for Disney vs Diversity: Part 2! Braden and Secora decided to dive deep into Disney character history and evaluate their use of queercoding villains and how that evolved to the queerbaited leading character we see today! Ever notice the queer subtext of films like Frozen and Luca? Or that Ursula's design is strikingly similar to a drag queen's? This is definitely not an episode you want to miss so grab a cup of tea and enjoy!! :)

Ciao Bellas! This week we venture over to the Pixar side of things and dive into the Italian Riviera as we review one of the newest and most talked about animated films of the year, Luca! Braden and Secora dive in on the plot, the amazing characters and cast, as well as their favourite tear jerker moments (and believe us, there were a LOT). Our Steep of the day challenges how Pixar has changed over the years and how well Disney fans are liking their new (and improved?) formula. The team had a lot of fun in this episode so it is NOT one to miss. Make sure to grab a cup of tea and enjoy! :)

This is about to be an exciting episode because the duo are diving in on Disney's newest live action remake and the maniacally, magnificent woman behind it, Cruella! During this episode, Braden and Secora thought it would be fun to take a look at the original film, One Hundred and One Dalmatians, and dish on the different iterations of Cruella that Disney has given us, including the legendary Glen Close and talented Emma Stone. Our Steep of the Week looks at one of the hottest questions in the Disney community right now... which Disney villain backstory do we need next?? Secora and Braden also bring you Tea Time, a brand new segment! This is NOT an episode you want to miss so make sure to grab a cup of tea and enjoy! :)Also... Spoilers DUH!

What a surprise! Spillin' Dis Tea is back to add another episode onto the DisTrinity series. Last time, the duo gave you everything you needed to know about Mickey Mouse but today, Goofy gets the spotlight. As one of Disney's most notable characters and a personal favourite of the two, it was more than necessary to give him the attention he deserves. In this episode, Braden and Secora go through Goofy's character timeline as well dishing on a movie franchise that lies close to their hearts, A Goofy Movie! Definitely not an episode you want to miss so make sure to grab a cup of tea and enjoy! :)

What an exciting week because the duo are talking all things PIXAR. In this episode, Secora and Braden break down and share their own take on the infamous Pixar Theory. The theory suggests that every single Pixar movie exists within the same universe which means there is totally a possibility that Nemo and Mike Wazowski could be besties. The duo also rapid fire some of their other favourite Disney theories for the Steep of the Day. Don't forget to grab a cup of tea and enjoy! :)

The SECOND part of our Raya and the Last Dragon double feature is here and this is the podcast where we spilled all of the juicy details on Disney's newest South-East Asian heroines. This week, Braden and Secora rave over the fantastic casting, characters, plot, and, world building we got to see with this film. If you haven't seen the film yet, make sure to check out our last episode, watch the masterpiece, and then head on back for the full review. Make sure you grab a cup of tea and enjoy! ;)

Attention attention! This has been a joyous week in the Spillin' DisTea household because Secora and Braden are ready to crown Disney's newest princess, Raya. Since the release of this highly anticipated film, the duo has deemed that Raya and the Last Dragon deserves a DOUBLE FEATURE review! This week, we will be giving our spoiler free (yes, you heard that right!) thoughts on the film, and next week we'll dive in on the juicy plot details! If you were feeling skeptical, let us convince you about why you need to see this masterpiece. Make sure to grab a cup of tea and enjoy :)

This week on the podcast, Braden and Secora give their long and awaited review on Pixar's most recent success, Soul. Between exploring a brand new world, engulfing in a new culture, and telling a sophisticated story, Soul couldn't miss! Our Steep of the Week looks at the common and problematic trope of primarily characters of colour being transformed into animals and other creatures. You don't want to miss this week's episode so grab a cup of tea and enjoy! :)

This week, loooove is in the air with Valentines Day right around the corner. Secora and Braden surprise each other this episode with three of their favourite Disney couples and their romantic love stories. The #SteepOfTheDay looks at Disney love and romance as a cornerstone of their princess films, although, with films like Moana and Raya and the Last Dragon, there is now a consistent trend of female heroines who don't need a love interest. What does the future for Disney romance look like? Don't forget to grab a cup of tea and enjoy :)

MERRY MERRY CHRISTMAS to our fellow Disney fanatics! Today is an especially celebratory day because not only is it Christmas Day, but Spillin' DisTea officially turns 1! Despite how crazy 2020 has been, it truly is the most wonderful time of the year. Since it is such a special occasion, Secora and Braden took the time to bring you all the Spillin' Distea: Christmas Special, where we sat by our Christmas tree, turned on the Arendelle Castle Yule Log, and dished on some of our favourite and go to holiday season staples. This truly is a feel good episode so make sure to grab a hot cup of your favourite holiday drink, and enjoy! Wishing everyone a jolly and safe Christmas and Happy New Year. See you guys in 2021 ;)

Happy happy Wednesday! This week, Secora and Braden dive in on the Disney Investors call and they dish and dive on all the new releases we can expect to see over the next three years. Walt Disney Studios, Pixar, Star Wars, AND Marvel all have some mind blowing announcements that you don't want to miss out on. Make sure to grab a cup of tea and enjoy :)

Happy 10th anniversary Tangled! Yes, you guys read that right. It's been officially 10 years since Disney brought us Rapunzel and Flynn Rider, so what better way to celebrate than diving in on a new film review! This week Braden and Secora rave over one of their favourite Disney Princess films. The Steep of the Week gets interesting as the two go back in time and look at previous iterations of Rapunzel and how Tangled came to be what it is today. Don't forget to grab a cup of tea and enjoy :)

Happy All Hallows Eve everyone! As promised, Secora and Braden are bringing you our SECOND spooky episode of the week. In this episode, the two felt it would be fun to dive in on the cult classic, the Nightmare Before Christmas. What better way to celebrate the season than with Jack and Sally? The Steep of the Week briefly looks at one of Disney's lesser known studios, Touchstone Pictures, and how we think Disney is going to be releasing adult centric content moving forward. Grab a cup of tea and enjoy :)

BOO! Hold onto your socks because Secora and Braden are back with a very spooky yet very nostalgic episode. This week, the duo reminisce on Disney Channel Halloween and the iconic films and TV specials that we've been blessed with over the years. Exploring favourites like Halloweentown, Twitches, Hocus Pocus, and much, much more. Stick around because this is Part 1 of this weeks spooky double feature. Grab a cup of tea and enjoy :)

Oh happy day! Spillin' DisTea is back with a new episode and a fun new series. Introducing "The DisTrinity" series! Braden and Secora felt it was most necessary to take step back give some love to the foundational characters of the Walt Disney Company. In this episode, the duo start things off with the one and only, Mickey Mouse. The Steep of the Week gets a closer look at the Sensational Six and how they came to be! Grab a cup of tea and get ready to enjoy :)

It's finally here! Mulan has been released on Disney+ and Secora and Braden are ready to share their thoughts on the newest live action installment. As avid Mulan fans, the duo not only review the new film, but dive into the iconic 98' classic as well. The Steep of the Week looks at Disney+'s launch of the "Premier Access" function and if it could be a sustainable business model for the future of film. Grab a cup of tea and get ready to enjoy :)

Ever wonder why some of your favourite Disney heroines are not official princesses? Well this week, Secora and Braden go through and break down some of our other favourite leading ladies who just don't get as much credit as we feel they should. Our Steep of the Week looks at how the "ideal image" of a Disney Princess is changing drastically with strong women like Elsa, Moana, and Raya. Grab a cup of tea and get ready to enjoy :)Rest in peace Chadwick Boseman. As a man who changed the hearts of so many people around the world, you will be truly missed. Wakanda forever.

This week, Braden and Secora bring you another review for a Disney+ original, Black is King. As avid Beyonce fans, Braden and Secora couldn't wait to watch the film and dive right into it. The Steep of the Week also looks at Queen Bey's current involvement in the Disney company and the amazing content we hope she'll bring. Enjoy :)

Everybody make sure to grab a cup of tea because this episode, Secora and Braden are delving deep into the leading men of Disney. This week, we're bringing you another anticipated countdown and reprise the infamous YAHMEHNAH scale. We're having a lot of fun this week so sit back and get ready to have a good laugh! Enjoy :)

Alas! The long and awaited Hamilton review! Within the recent excitement of the Hamilton pro-shot that was released on Disney+, Braden and Secora have officially joined the fandom! Take a listen to hear us gush about the characters, actors, and of course the MUSIC. The Steep of the Week opens up this episode with a little bit of insight on the Disney Broadway franchise. Just you wait ;)

AND WE ARE BACK! After a bit of a hiatus, Braden and Secora have decided to make their comeback and tackle a very relevant and timely discussion. In this episode, the duo challenge Disney over the years and delve out the good times and the bad times when it comes to cultural inclusion. Definitely one you don't want to miss! Enjoy :)

On this week's episode, Secora and Braden zone in on a Disney movie that helped define a lot of the Revival Era, ZOOTOPIA. Listen as we give our thoughts on the plot, characters, and the social and political message that this movie preaches. Enjoy :)

Spillin' DisTea is back and better than ever with a brand new episode about Disney MUSIC live from quarantine. Listen to Braden and Secora reminisce on Disney music past, present and future and stay tuned for a very embarrassing game of Disney Song Association. Enjoy :)

Hope everyone is staying safe indoors with their loved during this hard time. Not to worry, we've still got some tea to spill. This week, Braden and Secora dive into the Marvel Cinematic Universe. We talk everything Marvel regarding the Infinity Saga. Take a listen! Enjoy :)

This week, Braden and Secora review Pixar's newest film Onward! Take a listen to hear what we thought about the movie and some themes that we pulled from it. We also have a brand new theme song so make sure to check it out. Enjoy :)

Riches, power, beauty, greed. What elements make up a true Disney villain? Tune into this week's episode as Braden and Secora dive into their favourite Disney villains and talk about how villains have evolved over time. Enjoy :)

Happy Hump Day everyone! On this week's episode, we dive deep into our childhood and break down the iconic High School Musical trilogy. Listen to us get super nostalgic as we talk about the characters, the songs, and it's place in society. We also do a little bit of a comparison to the new series on Disney+. Enjoy :)

On this episode, Braden and Secora dive into our beloved Disney Princess franchise. We discuss our opinions on each princess in the lineup and in the end rank our favourites using our YAH-MEH-NAH scale. This episode thrives off of nostalgia! Enjoy :)

On this episode of Spillin' Dis Tea, Braden and Secora go in on the infamous trend of live action remakes. Is there a reason Disney is making so many of these? Is there actually an audience for all of these movies? Listen to find out what we truly think about these new Disney releases. Enjoy!

Spillin' DisTea opens up their podcast reviewing the ever anticipated Frozen 2. Secora and Braden go through everything including the franchise, plot, characters, and music and end off with a well deserved rating. Enjoy!