Join host, actor and Disney fan Laya DeLeon Hayes on a magical journey to hear the stories behind some of your favorite Disney Hit songs. Each week, you will hear trivia and anecdotes from the composers, songwriters and talent behind some of the most beloved Disney films such as “The Lion King,” “Frozen,” “Coco,” “Moana,” “Encanto” and so much more!
The Lion King Collection
Join us as we travel back to the Pride Lands in this collection of episodes from The Lion King animated film. We'll be revisiting "Hakuna Matata", "I Can't Wait to Be King", and more in this special episode celebrating the 30th anniversary of the beloved Disney animated film.
6/27/2024 • 14 minutes, 43 seconds
Introducing 'Disney Frozen: Forces of Nature'
Introducing the "Disney Frozen: Forces of Nature" podcast, an all-new chapter of the "Frozen" story! Experience this official Disney podcast by following "Disney Frozen: Forces of Nature" on Apple Podcasts (https://tinyurl.com/232jk5yf), Spotify (https://tinyurl.com/ykkb5cah), Wondery+ (https://tinyurl.com/44nd9dz9) or wherever you're listening now.
11/1/2023 • 1 minute, 20 seconds
Try Everything (From Disney's "Zootopia")
Judy Hopps encourages herself to try everything, even if she might fail, and reminds herself that it's okay to make mistakes. That’s why we’re meeting up with host, Laya DeLeon Hayes and popstar, Gazelle, to go behind the scenes of her Disney Hit, “Try Everything” voiced by Shakira in the Disney film, Zootopia. 🐰🦊🦒
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BILLBOARD
https://www.billboard.com/music/latin/shakira-zootopia-video-interview-6889413/
BEHIND THE SCENES INTERVIEW (DISNEY): SHAKIRA ON DISNEY FANDOM, BRAGGING TO HER SON
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=07DcsrwveOI
GOOD MORNING AMERICA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lwuwJvP9138
ZOOTOPIA ARRIVAL SCENE (:00-:02): OTHER ANIMAL PUNS ON JUDY’S MP3 PLAYER
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kfJHLMKXiyY
7/13/2023 • 5 minutes, 32 seconds
Do You Want to Build a Snowman? (From Disney's "Frozen")
Don’t you want to build a snowman in Arendelle with Elsa and Anna? 😃 That’s right, we’re heading back to the snow with host, Laya DeLeon Hayes, to hear fun facts about the Disney Hit, “Do You Want To Build A Snowman?” from Disney’s Frozen. Come on, let’s play! ☃️❄️🌬️
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ABC NEWS
https://abcnews.go.com/video/embed?id=25130640
SEVENTEEN
https://www.seventeen.com/celebrity/movies-tv/news/a33309/watching-kristen-bell-sing-do-you-wanna-build-a-snowman-with-two-young-annas-irl-will-break-your-heart/
7/6/2023 • 5 minutes, 23 seconds
Sorcerer's Apprentice (From Disney's "Fantasia")
You may know Mickey as an accomplished mouse of magic now, but everyone must start somewhere! This week, we’re traveling with host Laya DeLeon Hayes to Fantasia, to learn about Mickey’s apprentice days as we go behind the scenes of the classic Disney Hit, “The Sorcerer’s Apprentice” from Disney’s Fantasia. 🪄🪣🧹
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WALT DISNEYS FANTASIA: HISTORY OF THE RECORDING
https://www.google.com/books/edition/Walt_Disney_s_Fantasia/mVWGAAAAIAAJ?hl=en&gbpv=1&bsq=BOOK+WALT+DISNEY%27S+FANTASIA&dq=BOOK+WALT+DISNEY%27S+FANTASIA&printsec=frontcover
HOLLYWOOD CARTOONS: UCLA ATHLETE USED AS MICKEY REFERENCE
https://www.google.com/books/edition/Hollywood_Cartoons/xt5k08yuAXIC?hl=en&gbpv=1&dq=HOLLYWOOD+CARTOONS&printsec=frontcover
6/29/2023 • 5 minutes, 10 seconds
U Know What's Up (From Disney and Pixar's "Turning Red")
If you’re here right now, U Know What’s Up! We’re joining host Laya DeLeon Hayes on a magical journey behind the scenes with 4*TOWN as we hear all about their smash hit, “U Know What’s Up” from Disney and Pixar’s Turning Red. 🐼🎶❤️
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YOUTUBE – WELCOME TO 4 TOWN BEHIND THE SCENES FEATURETTE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vSbNukYUiik&t=24s
INSIDER
https://www.insider.com/pixar-sent-billie-eilish-finneas-scrapbook-turning-red-pixar-2022-2
LATIMES
https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/awards/story/2022-11-15/turning-red-pixar-domee-shi
4TOWN – WEBSITE WITH BIOS
https://www.4town.com/
6/22/2023 • 4 minutes, 18 seconds
The Little Mermaid Special Extended Episode
Get ready to make a splash and go under the sea with host, Laya DeLeon Hayes, to hear about not one, but FOUR new Disney Hit songs from the new live action version of Disney’s The Little Mermaid. You’ll hear fun facts about “Under The Sea,” “Part Of Your World,” “Kiss The Girl,” and “The Scuttlebutt”! Now let’s dive into this special episode from the Disney live action film, The Little Mermaid now in theaters! 🧜♀️🦀🐠🌊
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ESSENCE: DAVEED DIGGS ON PREPARING FOR THE ROLE
https://www.essence.com/entertainment/daveed-diggs-sebastian-the-little-mermaid/
EW: HALLE BAILEY ON RECORDING PART OF YOUR WORLD
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9AfBlczOiMg
COMICBOOK.COM: AWKWAFINA CALLS PRODUCTION MINDBLOWING
https://www.cinemablend.com/news/2572874/awkwafina-mind-blowing-little-mermaid-experience-disney
EW: EPK MATERIALS AND INTERVIEWS
https://ew.com/movies/the-little-mermaid-halle-bailey-melissa-mccarthy-cover-story/
https://ew.com/movies/the-little-mermaid-exclusive-cast-production-photos/
https://ew.com/movies/little-mermaid-modern-woman-halle-bailey-rob-marshall-interview/
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6/15/2023 • 19 minutes, 30 seconds
Go The Distance (From Disney's "Hercules")
Strap in folks, because we’re going the distance with host Laya DeLeon Hayes to hear why Hercules doesn’t care how far he needs to go to find where he belongs. We’re going to back to ancient Greece to hear the story behind the Disney Hit, “Go the Distance” from Disney’s Hercules. 💪🦄⚡️
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FILMSCOUTS
https://www.udiscovermusic.com/stories/hercules-disney-music-animated-film-soundtrack-feature/
6/8/2023 • 4 minutes, 34 seconds
The World Es Mi Familia (From Disney and Pixar's "Coco")
Buenos dias! Disney Hits music is our language, and the world is our family ❤️. So let’s go, family, to join host Laya DeLeon Hayes on a magical journey to hear fun facts behind the Disney Hit, “The World Es Mi Familia” from Disney & Pixar’s, Coco. 💀🎸👨👩👧👦
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COMINGSOON
https://www.comingsoon.net/movies/features/902531-benjamin-bratt-on-playing-ernesto-de-la-cruz-in-coco#/slide/1
6/1/2023 • 3 minutes, 41 seconds
Mother Knows Best (From Disney's "Tangled")
They say Mother knows best, but this isn’t your average Mother! Don’t worry though, because our host Laya DeLeon Hayes is here to guide you as we travel to the Corona kingdom to hear why “Mother Knows Best” from Tangled. 💇♀️🧙♀️🏰
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BROADWAY WORLD
https://web.archive.org/web/20220703062105/http://www.broadwayworld.com/article/BWW-EXCLUSIVE-Alan-Menken-Talks-TANGLED-SISTER-ACT-LEAP-HUNCHBACK-ALADDIN-More-20101115-page2
COLLIDER
https://collider.com/alan-menken-interview-tangled/
MANDATORY
https://web.archive.org/web/20210121025117/https://www.mandatory.com/culture/1232437-interview-alan-menken-art-disney-villain-songs
BROADWAYWORLD
https://web.archive.org/web/20210225100731/https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/BWW-EXCLUSIVE-TANGLED-Directors-Nathan-Greno-Byron-Howard-20101118
5/25/2023 • 4 minutes, 58 seconds
1 True Love (From Disney & Pixar's "Turning Red")
OMG! Is that 4*TOWN?! They are certainly our 1 True Love and we can’t wait to join host Laya DeLeon Hayes as she takes us behind the scenes of the Disney Hit, “1 True Love” from Turning Red. ❤️🥰🐼
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WELCOME TO 4TOWN FEATURETTE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vSbNukYUiik&t=3s
CINEMABLEND
https://www.cinemablend.com/interviews/jordan-fisher-and-the-other-4town-voices-have-great-ideas-about-how-the-boyband-should-return-after-turning-red
TURNING RED EASTER EGG IN LUCA
https://pixarpost.com/2021/08/turning-red-easter-egg-in-luca.html
5/18/2023 • 4 minutes, 35 seconds
I Just Can't Wait To Be King (from Disney's "The Lion King")
Let every creature go for broke and sing…oh we just can’t WAIT to hear the new episode of Disney Hits Podcast! It’s finally time to join host Laya DeLeon Hayes to the Pride Lands in Africa to hear why Simba is anxious to be king and more stories behind the Disney Hit, “I Can’t Wait To Be King” from The Lion King. 🦁👑🦜
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NY MAGAZINE
https://www.vulture.com/2014/06/lion-king-lyricist-tim-rice-songs-20th-anniversary.html
VLAD TV
https://youtu.be/HctZvsywsMs
DISNEY FEATURETTE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rkb0r2-vYK0
2/16/2023 • 3 minutes, 48 seconds
Remember Me
This episode, join host Laya DeLeon Hayes as we travel to Mexico to hear fun stories behind the song, “Remember Me” from the film, Coco. Be sure to bring a treat to leave for your ancestors! 🎸🍪
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Vanity Fair
https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2018/02/coco-songwriters-robert-lopez-and-kristen-anderson-lopez-on-remember-me
Hollywood.com
https://www.hollywood.com/general/benjamin-bratts-kids-ridiculed-him-over-coco-movie-singing-60704645/
You Tube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lvElC59Vvrk
9/1/2022 • 3 minutes, 41 seconds
Introducing ‘Disney Hits Podcast’
Join host, actor and Disney fan Laya DeLeon Hayes on a magical journey to hear the stories behind some of your favorite Disney Hit songs. Each week, you will hear trivia and anecdotes from the composers, songwriters and talent behind some of the most beloved Disney films such as “The Lion King,” “Frozen,” “Coco,” “Moana,” “Encanto” and so much more!