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X-men 97 lands on Disney+ this week

By Craig McFarland
Published March 19, 2024 at 1:30 PM CDT
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Beyond the Mouse was given the opportunity to speak to Jake Castorena, Supervising Producer and Head Director of X-Men 97. The series picks up shortly after the events of the final original X-men Animated Series. Craig speaks to Jake about the origins of X-men 97, staying true to the original series and much more!

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Craig McFarland has been podcasting for over a decade as part of The Front Row Network. He’s the co-host of Beyond the Mouse, a Disney-focused podcast, and Peanut Butter and Biscuits, a show dedicated to all things Ted Lasso. Over the years, Craig has interviewed a wide range of guests, including Oscar winners, Olympians, acclaimed creators, actors, and more than a dozen Disney Legends.
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