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A Celebration of Disney Songs, Scores, and Soundtracks—From the Movies to the Parks

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Music Behind the Magic is a podcast and community hosted by musician, author, former attorney, and Disneyphile, Jonathan Goodman. It is your connection to a family of fellow Disney fans who love discussing the positive impact of Disney and its music on their lives.

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Jonathan is also a contributing writer to Celebrations Magazine and a frequent guest on the Celebrations Disney Podcast.

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We know how Disney music makes us feel, but WHY does it make us feel this way? In the latest podcast episode, we speak with author, musician, and physicist (!) John Powell to learn about the science behind the emotional power of music. What Disney s
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Wishing everyone a Happy Valentine’s Day filled with love, music, and magic! 💝 🎶 🪄 #valentinesday @disney @disneymusic #disney
Congratulations to @joshdamaro on his selection as @disney’s new CEO. Wishing him lots of luck, success, and magic in his new journey. Josh also seems like a true fan of Disney music. As he said the @disneyd23 Expo “Music is such an impo
To celebrate the 50th (!) episode of the Music Behind the Magic Podcast, we are so honored to have been joined by the incredible @marc_shaiman to discuss his amazing career and his new book “Never Mind The Happy: Showbiz Stories From a Sore Win
Every move you make, every step you take, I’ll be watching you. And barking…a lot. 🐶 #doglife #bernedoodle #disneydogs
Loved getting a chance to see @umichbball in Seattle for a great win against UW. Thanks to the @michiganalumniseattle for arranging a great event, and for my long-lost, 6’7, red-headed, Kiwi relative (not really) Oscar Goodman for taking time t
Here’s our first podcast episode of the year—a preview of all Disney/Pixar/Star Wars/Marvel movies, shows, and attractions in 2026 and the music that will be a part of them. There is so much to look forward to! What are you most excited a
It was so great to meet our guest @tgreiving in person tonight in Seattle to hear him discuss his amazing John Williams biography. If you haven’t read the book, you should get it immediately to learn about a true musical genius who also happens
Wishing everyone a very Happy and Healthy New Year!! Here’s to a magical, musical 2026! 🎼 🎶 🏰 🎆 #disney #music #disneyparks @disneymusic
THANK YOU!!! Because of you, the podcast has taken flight in 2025. I was flabbergasted to see these stats from @spotifyforcreators and I am so appreciative of all of you, all around the world, for listening, and for our amazing guests for sharing the
May your holidays be filled with Joy…and Milo 😁 #happyholidays #dogs #bernedoodle
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