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Hey Jonas!

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Summary

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The Jonas Brothers host a special backstage podcast episode from D23, welcoming a rotating lineup of Disney favorites, including Ginnifer Goodwin, Ke Huy Quan, the voice cast of Bluey, the cast of Frozen, and Hayden Christensen. Across the interviews, the hosts and guests share behind-the-scenes stories about major Disney franchises like Zootopia and Star Wars, discuss the surreal realities of voicing animated characters, and trade personal anecdotes ranging from childhood memories to unexpected celebrity sightings. The episode combines relaxed comedy with lighthearted banter, anchored by the hosts' enthusiasm for Disney history and pop culture.

  • When facing unexpected career news or intimidating phone calls, having an optimistic partner to reframe the situation can completely shift your perspective. 10:34
  • Writing a memoir about overcoming adversity requires confronting difficult personal history, including immigration and refugee experiences. 11:59
  • Even prominent actors who voice major Disney characters may find that staff members at theme parks do not recognize them or their status. 45:19
  • Building a successful career in voice acting often involves recording remotely from various global locations without meeting co-stars for years. 23:22

Chapters

  1. 0:00
    Show Intro and Product Ads

    The episode opens with the hosts introducing the show and a series of product advertisements from Almond Breeze, Kleenex, OnDeck, and Edible Arrangements.

  2. 2:14
    D23 Arrival and Disney Theme

    The Jonas Brothers arrive at Disney’s D23 event, discussing their excitement and the significance of the happiest place on earth.

  3. 3:26
    Camp Rock 3 Guest Interview

    The hosts interview the Camp Rock 3 cast, covering the film’s development, cast dynamics, and behind‑the‑scenes anecdotes.

  4. 8:00
    Bluey Cast Q&A Session

    The Bluey voice actors answer a bowl of quirky, non‑career questions, revealing personal stories and humorous insights.

  5. 12:00
    D23 Tour Highlights and Fan Interaction

    The episode features a tour of D23 attractions, fan interactions, and discussions about future Disney projects and personal experiences.

  6. 19:11
    Almond Breeze & Kleenex Wrap‑Up

    The hosts return to the product ads, wrapping up the episode with final remarks and a playful recap of the Almond Breeze segment.

  7. 43:23
    Revisiting the Airport Encounter

    The Jonas brothers recount a recent airport meeting with a fan’s husband, highlighting the fan’s enthusiasm for cars and family life.

  8. 44:43
    D23 Disney Legends Experience

    The hosts discuss their visit to D23, the memorabilia received, and the significance of becoming Disney legends.

  9. 47:12
    Frozen Production Insights

    A behind‑the‑scenes look at the disjointed creative process of Frozen, the challenges of script changes, and the film’s unexpected global impact.

  10. 52:29
    Fan Interaction and Trivia Game

    The Jonas brothers play a light‑hearted trivia game with random questions, showcasing their playful banter and personal quirks.

  11. 57:18
    State Farm and Almond Breeze Ads

    Commercial breaks feature State Farm and Almond Breeze sponsorships, with hosts sharing humorous anecdotes about insurance and almond milk.

  12. 1:01:20
    Star Wars Guest Segment

    Actor Ke Huy Quan joins the show, reminiscing about his Star Wars career, fan interactions, and upcoming projects.

Highlights

  • 4:44

    A Surprising Goonies Connectioninsight

    The guest reveals a fun piece of trivia connecting the writer of Camp Rock 3 to a classic 1980s adventure film.

  • 9:47

    Finding Out While Wearing Mickey Mouse PJsstory

    The guest shares the cozy and unexpected moment she found out she landed the lead role in Zootopia while wearing Disney pajamas and eating breakfast made by her husband.

  • 11:59

    Writing Never Say Diestory

    The guest reflects on the challenging process of writing his memoir, detailing his family's escape from Vietnam and early entry into Hollywood.

  • 25:37

    Unusual Childhood House Rulesinsight

    The voices behind Bluey reveal how a quirky rule from a large childhood household directly inspired a well-known episode of the animated show.

  • 32:19

    Buying the Disneyland Sign on eBaystory

    A guest shares the wild story of accidentally winning the original Disneyland sign in eBay's very first auction and receiving a strange message from Michael Jackson about it.

  • 44:55

    Unrecognized Disney Legendsstory

    The cast of Frozen discusses receiving heavy statues and special pins for becoming Disney legends, only to find that park employees completely ignored the flair.

  • 1:00:05

    An Aston Martin in a Strip Mallstory

    An iconic actor recalls randomly spotting one of the hosts driving a rented luxury car out of a nondescript strip mall years ago.

  • 1:08:55

    Miniature Pigs Turned Full Sizedstory

    A guest discusses the reality of keeping supposed miniature potbellied pigs that ultimately turned out to be a con and grew into full-sized farm animals.

Quotes

  • “I think that was you, Nick.”
    Unnamed speaker · 19:17
  • “We can't wait to read it.”
    Unnamed speaker · 13:31
  • “The last time I visited the Empire State Building.”
    Unnamed speaker · 19:35
  • “And I was like, oh, shoot, this is gonna cause waves.”
    Unnamed speaker · 45:19
  • “I don't think I ever read the script to Frozen.”
    Unnamed speaker · 47:30
  • Almond Breeze 0:00–0:30
  • Kleenex Snap and Go 0:42–0:59
  • OnDeck 1:00–1:28
  • Edible Arrangements 1:29–2:03
  • State Farm 18:46–19:11
  • State Farm 38:36–38:59
  • State Farm 57:18–57:48
  • Almond Breeze 57:44–59:05
  • Kleenex 58:55–59:22
  • Headshop 1:11:37–1:12:21

About this episode

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Transcript

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Topics

  • Disney
  • D23
  • Bluey
  • Frozen
  • Disneyland
  • Jersey
  • Once Upon a Time
  • The Goonies
  • Camp Rock 3
  • Zootopia

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