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Ep 23: Maria Canals-Barrera on Playing Disney's First Latin American Mom

Ep 23: Maria Canals-Barrera on Playing Disney's First Latin American Mom

FromWizards of Waverly Pod


Ep 23: Maria Canals-Barrera on Playing Disney's First Latin American Mom

FromWizards of Waverly Pod

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Length:
62 minutes
Released:
Jul 10, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

This week, Jennifer & David are reunited with the only and only Maria Canals-Barrera! Maria is best known for her role as the beloved “Theresa Russo” in Wizards of Waverly Place. Jennifer, David, and Maria reminisce on their Wizards days and share some of their favorite memories and the funniest outtakes. Maria also talks about Latin American representation in Hollywood, and what it was like playing Disney Channel’s first Latin American mom.
What pilot did Maria originally film with Selena Gomez? Which famous singer can Maria perfectly impersonate? Tune in to find out!
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Released:
Jul 10, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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Get ready to travel back to Waverly Place with hosts Jennifer Stone ("Harper Finkle") and David DeLuise ("Jerry Russo") as they rewatch the beloved Disney Channel series for the first time in years. Wizards of Waverly Pod includes never heard before behind-the-scenes moments, features interviews with the show's cast and crew, including Selena Gomez ("Alex Russo"), Josh Sussman ("Hugh Normous"), Peter Murrieta (Series Showrunner), and so many more. Jennifer and David also explore the show's impact on pop culture and their personal lives. Whether you're a long-time fan or just discovering "Wizards of Waverly Place" for the first time, this podcast is the perfect way to dive deeper into the world of the show and the significant cultural impact it made. And remember...everything is not what it seems!