Moana (2016) (feat. Lyra Tan)
Description
We’re journeying to the island village of Motuni with Moana (2016). We explore just some of the vast lore of Polynesian cultures and talk about the film’s original takes on it as well as the completely original lore created for the film. Plus, Cullen asks the hard questions about using the facilities while searching for Te Fiti, Hannah discovers Moana is her patron Disney Princess saint, and our guest, Disney fan and content creator Lyra Tan, pitches a new Moana-themed ride for Disneyland.
Check out Lyra on Instagram: @brightyoungleerah
Research for this episode:
Polynesian Mythology
Maui
Polynesian Mythology
Maui and the Sun
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Research & Writing by Cullen Callaghan.
This episode was edited by Hannah Sylvester.
Cover Art by William Callaghan
Intro Music: "The Quest" by Scott Little.
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