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The Wizard of Oz is a symbolic tale exposing the banking cartel in America. Characters like the straw man, tin man, and cowardly lion represent legal fictions, heartless workers, and bullies. The trip through the field of poppies and the Emerald City symbolize the influence of drugs and the Federal Reserve System. Toto reveals the true identity of the wizard as a fraud, showing the power of truth. The story emphasizes the importance of having a brain, heart, soul, and courage, as well as working together for freedom.

Miss Sally is upset that her son Charlie is out late with Uncle Remus, who was telling him stories. Remus admits he forgot the time while telling a tale about a bear rabbit. Sally tells Remus not to let it happen again and takes Charlie to bed. Later, Remus and Miss Dozier discuss the child, with Remus suggesting the child needs his father. Dozier says the mother needs the father too, but it will take her time to realize it. Remus suggests Miss Dozier write a letter, but she rebuffs him, stating she will ask for his advice if she wants it. Remus asks if Dozier is mad at him, and she says she is not.

Milt found a challenge in Song of the South, a combination of animation and live action released in 1946. The animated sections were a high point, with rich characters. There was a bear with a one-track mind and the mind of a child, who was also slow witted. There was also a sharp-witted fox who outsmarted himself. The rabbit put on a show to outwit the fox, acting scared to trick him into throwing him into the briar patch, where he was born and bred.

Johnny was only trying to be like Brer Rabbit, but Miss Sally believes Uncle Remus's stories confuse him and make it difficult to raise him to be obedient and truthful. She asks Uncle Remus to stop telling him stories for a while because Johnny is too young. Miss Sally tells her mother that she can't overlook Johnny's behavior and that he has to learn. Her mother responds that without Uncle Remus and his stories, the child would be desolate and needs something to hold on to. She suggests that the boy needs friends of his own age.

The jackals and hyenas mock the lion, nipping at his toes and stealing his food. Their boldness grows as they encroach on his territory. Eventually, the lion rises up, unleashing his fury and swiftly overpowering them, reminding the jackals of his strength.

Song of the South features a comical struggle between rabbit and fox, animated characters with human personalities. Uncle Remus told stories about these characters as if they were people, but they retained animal characteristics. The key ingredient for animating these animals with human personalities is voice. Jim Basquiat, who played Uncle Remus, also did the Fox's voice, demonstrating a tremendous range. The fox plots to catch the rabbit, building a trap.

Joel Chandler Harris is known for preserving plantation legends from his time at Turnwald and creating Uncle Remus, who tells them. Uncle Remus is presented telling the Tar Baby story from the motion picture Song of the South. He describes Brer Rabbit as the "most bodacious critter in the whole world." Brer Fox is curious about Brer Rabbit's whereabouts up on Chickapin Hill. Brer Fox says he will catch Brer Rabbit this time, unlike previous attempts. One character suggests knocking Brer Rabbit's head off, but another wants to fool him to prove who is the smartest. They believe their plan will fool Brer Rabbit.

The speaker expresses frustration about the replacement of characters with more diverse ones, blaming Kathleen Kennedy for the decision. They criticize Kennedy for making the movies more "lame" and causing Disney's stock to decline. The speaker then mentions Bob Iger showing them a piece of ancient artificial intelligence called the panda stone, which allowed for the creation of movies that appealed to everyone. However, the speaker faced backlash from racists who disliked the inclusion of diverse women characters. Instead of addressing the issue directly, the speaker relied on the panda stone, which eventually became unstable and opened a portal to another universe. The speaker concludes by saying this is the best explanation for why Disney movies are perceived as bad.

Ollie's favorite character triangle originated in Song of the South, featuring Brr Rabbit, Brr Bear, and Brr Fox. The Fox was a rich character, confident and driven, yet vulnerable to the Rabbit's tricks. The Fox would catch the Rabbit, but the Rabbit would trick him to escape, often involving the Bear to his advantage. The Rabbit could always use the Bear in escaping. An example is given of the Rabbit tricking the Bear into believing he's earning a dollar a minute keeping crows out of a cornfield.

Jackals and hyenas taunt and encroach upon a lion's territory, growing increasingly bold as they nip at his toes and steal his food. Eventually, the lion, fed up with their antics, rises up with ferocity, chasing them away and reclaiming his domain. This moment illustrates the lion's strength and dominance, reminding us that even the most patient can reach a breaking point.

The speakers discuss a trip to Atlanta, but one person lacks provisions. The first speaker offers to start at their place for cornbread and sweet tea. One speaker declares they are not going back and accuses the other of laughing at them. The first speaker denies this, saying the words remind them of a Br'er Rabbit story about leaving his briar patch. The second speaker insists they are never coming back either. The first speaker then seems to avoid talking about Br'er Rabbit, but eventually agrees to tell the story to stop the other person from pestering them. They claim Br'er Rabbit is the "most bodacious critter in the whole world."

A child tells his mother that Uncle Remus is gone and asks why he left. The mother responds that she doesn't know but suggests that "mother" is to blame. Another person, Miss Sally, reports that Uncle Remus is getting in a wagon to leave.

The speaker recalls being selected by Disney for the 1946 film "Song of the South" and providing the voice for Brer Bear. According to the speaker, Disney was looking for certain characters, and the speaker created the voice that they wanted. The speaker remembers that the film's release was not favorable, particularly among Black people. They felt that the character of Uncle Remus was a "shuffler" and that the film did not show a dignified or better side of Black people. The speaker notes the film was philosophical and contained fables.

Gerald, the clumsy giraffe, was teased by other animals for his dancing. A cricket pointed out that being different just means needing a different song. The animals were amazed at Gerald's dancing skills, calling him the best dancer they had ever seen.

A woman finds a half-frozen snake and takes it in, caring for it with warmth and food. However, when she expresses surprise at being bitten, the snake reveals that it was always its nature to bite. The story is likened to what is happening in the country.

In 1946, the speaker did the voice of Brother Bear in the song "Song of the South." On the left is Brother Fox, and in the center is Uncle Remus, played by James Baskett. The speaker is peeping behind Uncle Remus.

Walt Disney transported audiences to magical realms filled with fantasy, music, and characters, earning him more Academy Awards than any other filmmaker. This show explores Disney's Oscar-winning and nominated works, including "Song of the South," featuring the Academy Award-winning song "Zip a Dee Doo Da." James Basquette received a special Academy Award for his portrayal of Uncle Remus, a storyteller whose tales have been shared for generations. Disney was captivated by stories and their power to entertain, from folktales like Uncle Remus's Tar Baby to romantic fairy tales like Cinderella.

Uncle Remus says there are ways to learn about a mule's hind feet besides getting kicked. He claims that tales about critters apply to people, but some folks aren't tuned in to listening because they're too busy with their own troubles. Miss Sally and Mister John are traveling to the plantation with Johnny. Johnny asks if Grandma is mad at them because of what Daddy writes in the newspaper, and if his parents are mad at each other. They hear frogs, and Mister John recalls catching frogs as a child and releasing them in Grandma's milk house after hearing a story from Uncle Remus about Brethrau. Aunt Tempe confirms the story about Brethrau is about having a tail and losing it. Johnny asks if Uncle Remus is real, and Aunt Tempe says he is, and to tell a tale about Bloody Rabbit to know he's real.

The speaker expresses frustration over the replacement of characters with more diverse ones, blaming Kathleen Kennedy for the decision. They criticize Kennedy for making the movies more "lame" and causing Disney's stock to decline. The speaker then mentions Bob Iger showing them a piece of ancient artificial intelligence called the panda stone, which was used to make movies appealing to everyone. However, the speaker faced backlash from racists who disliked the diverse characters. They decided to fight bigotry by making movies but relied too heavily on the panda stone, which eventually became unstable and opened a portal to another universe. The speaker concludes that this explains why Disney movies are perceived as bad.

Halloween is often seen as a fun holiday, but for some, it brings discomfort. Many feel their cultural identities are reduced to costumes. Ghosts express frustration over being mistaken for mere decorations, emphasizing that their traditions are not for trivialization. Microaggressions affect various creatures, like vampires, who feel their identities are mocked when kids playfully imitate them. The call for respect is clear: cultural appropriation should be stopped. There's a humorous exchange about the idea of dressing up as children, highlighting the absurdity of such actions. Ultimately, the message is about honoring and respecting cultural identities rather than trivializing them for entertainment.

There once was a Br'er Rabbit, the most bodacious critter. In those days, critters and folks were close, and it was a zippity doo dah day. Br'er Rabbit was in a bad mood and leaving his briar patch, the place where he was born and raised, for good. He claimed the briar patch brought him nothing but trouble, and this was the place he belonged away from. Uncle Remus warned him that he can't run away from trouble and there ain't no place that far. Br'er Rabbit had made up his mind and wasn't ever coming back, stating he could take care of himself. Uncle Remus knew he was heading straight for a whole mess of brand new trouble.

PJ Funny Bunny was always busy and often inconsiderate, leaving messes and being late. One day, PJ twisted his ankle and his family and friends cared for him. His friends even stayed in to play video games with him instead of going to Pine Coney Island. PJ realized how lucky he was and decided to be more thoughtful. He cleaned his room, helped with dishes, returned borrowed toys, and watched Happy Bunny movies with his sister. PJ learned the importance of thinking of others and being kind. The audience learned about kindness, taking care of friends, and being kind to other people.

Br'er Fox is determined to catch Br'er Rabbit, who he believes is a source of trouble. He plans to trap Br'er Rabbit using a tar baby. Br'er Fox gathers tar and other materials to create the tar baby's head, emphasizing the need for eyes and a nose. Another speaker expresses doubt about the plan. Br'er Fox adds hair to make it look more natural and considers adding a hat. Just as Br'er Fox finishes preparing the tar baby, Br'er Rabbit comes down the road.

Walt Disney aimed to combine live actors and animation in "Song of the South," creating a unified world for humans, animals, and cartoon characters. The goal was to transport Uncle Remus into a cartoon world while telling fantasy tales. A large cartoon set was built and lit to appear like a painted background, allowing animators to integrate animated characters into live-action scenes. This technique was unprecedented. The process involved close collaboration with head animators, using miniature scenes to plan each section. Animators could either approve the scenes or suggest changes, fostering a collaborative environment they enjoyed.

Uncle Remus says there are ways to learn about mules without getting kicked and that animal tales can teach lessons if one listens. Miss Sally and Mister John are traveling to the plantation with Johnny, who asks if his grandma is mad at them because of what his daddy writes in the newspaper. They hear frogs, and Mister John recalls catching frogs as a child and releasing them in his grandma's milk house after hearing a story from Uncle Remus about Brethrau. Aunt Tempe asks how there can be a tail when there ain't no tail. Johnny asks if Uncle Remus is real, and Aunt Tempe confirms he is, saying to tell a tale about Br'er Rabbit to know he's real.