Appalachia Meets World Episode 48 - ”My Peoples” with Barry Cook (Disney Follow Up)

In this episode, Neil and Will follow up on the previous Disney episode and sit down with Barry Cook to talk about "My Peoples."  Barry Cook is a legend in the animation industry, along with directing Disney hits like "Mulan," he also wrote the only Appalachian based Disney movie to date, that unfortunately never got made.  Barry discusses the history of "My Peoples" and how art played such a prominent role in his life.  Take a listen as he talks about the possibilities of "My Peoples" being revived, and Neil shares his thoughts on the issue...spoiler alert, Neil is adamant about this movie happening, as well he should be!  Don't forget about the #AppBiz(s) of the week:  Patch Animation Studio and the Appalachian Media Institute.

Barry Cook - www.barrycook.film

Barry Cook Stories - www.barrycookstories.com

Studio PB&J - www.studiopbj.com 

Disney Lost and Found - Book: Exploring the Hidden Artword from Never-Produced Animation

Dolly Parton NFT - www.welcometodollyverse.com 

Redevelopment Institute - www.redevelopmentinstitute.org

International Economic Development Council (IEDC) - www.iedconline.org

Patch Animation Studio - www.patchanimation.com

Appalachian Media Institute - www.amiappalshop.org

Music:

 - Ricky Skaggs - "Appalachian Joy"

 - Dolly Parton - "Better Days"