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Citizens of Passamaquoddy are already familiar with the radio programs available on the “KWODDY”, but we’ve seen an upswing of tourists and other visitors that may need a refresher course. Today we’re going to put the spotlight on one of the best shows around. Today we’re going to focus on the “All About the Mouse” podcast.

The podcast began in April of 2007 with Bryan Ripper on the microphone. His appreciation for Disney was apparent from the beginning. Living within driving distance, he has been able to keep information up to date, and if he doesn’t know the answer, he’ll drive down and find out first hand.

After several episodes, Bryan was joined by Jonathan Dichter, an attorney from Seattle.  This was a wise move as it brought the number of voices on the mic from one to hundreds as Jonathan prides himself on his cornucopia of impressions and sound effects and he brought them all along.

The tone of the show is great fun and even a touch of mania. These guys don’t devote much time to promoting negative theories and their personal agenda, something heard too often at some other Disney podcasts. Shows currently run about an hour and a half. This includes Disney news and rumors… attraction refurbishment updates, and guests to discuss the best of Disney.

My favorite element of their cast is the “What if?” section. Once a month they tackle a subject from an angle of pure fun speculation. What would happen if the “Beastly Kingdom” had been built? What would happen if Disney had gotten the Harry Potter franchise… Who would win in a death match battle between Disney characters? The “What if?” segment works because it is based on creative speculation rather than an encyclopedic knowledge of Disney.

Be sure to check out the “All About the Mouse” and join the growing roll call of “All About the Mouseketeers”. New episodes usually premiere on Fridays. Check them out at http://www.allaboutthemouse.com and of course, anytime you’re in Passamaquoddy.