Episode #451 - thank you. And good night.
After 13 or so years, I’ve reached the end. It’s time to step aside and let the next generation continue talking about Disney. It’s been a great ride and I’ve enjoyed it.
Oct 24, 2022•13 min
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Episode #448 - the company brand
This is a look at Disneys brand and why it’s successful.
Sep 20, 2022•22 min
Episode #441 - Disney worlds first resident
Walt Disney hired Phil Smith as the first employee of the resort, and he lived on Walt Disney Worlds property. Here’s his story.
Jul 06, 2022•26 min
Episode #434 - news and updates
I have some thoughts and observations from recent reports coming from the Disney company which I share here.
Apr 22, 2022•31 min
Episode #429 - (still more) Star Wars!
The test cruises were run on the galactic starcruiser, so now we know what it’s like. I’ve got some thoughts about how it looks and what’s there…behind a very expensive paywall. *Picture is from the Nerdist
Feb 27, 2022•31 min
Episodes #425 & #426 - time for a diatribe
I’ve got the proverbial axe to grind. I’m troubled by a lot of what I’m seeing. And I have so many questions about what Disney is doing and the future of the theme parks.
Feb 05, 2022•44 min
Episode #418 - the crossroads … and a bit of news
On todays show, I start by talking about the recent earnings call. And then I go on to talk about the crossroads, which recently closed.
Nov 19, 2021•23 min
Episode #412 - Genie app and annual passes
I’m talking about the new app, the changes to annual passes, and more!
Sep 20, 2021•30 min
Episode #410 - Walt Disney and his weltanschauung
That’s a “world view.” I address his work and how it intersected with politics.
Aug 29, 2021•36 min
Episode #406 - a look back at a trip in 2008
My mom handed me a photo album from 2008. I reminisce about the trip.
Jul 15, 2021•24 min
Episode #404 - laundry services
This episode focuses on central laundry at Walt Disney world. It’s a little unusual but there’s a story here of course!
Jun 17, 2021•17 min
Episode #403 - Congratulations graduates!
In what now is annual tradition, here’s a commencement address for newly minted graduates!
May 28, 2021•14 min
Episodes #401 & #402 - 20 questions about the magic
A few years ago, a listener sent some questions about quantifying the magic. I decided to answer the questions on a podcast.
May 09, 2021•48 min
Episodes #399 & #400 - Kilimanjaro safaris
Today, I take a dive into the safari and some of its history and then I play audio from the trip into the Savannah.
Apr 18, 2021•51 min
Episode #398 - dear diary...
I found an old diary I had, in which I recorded a trip to Disney in the 70s. I share what 11-year-old me wrote about the trip.
Mar 30, 2021•37 min
Episodes #394 & #395 - The times. They are changing
Disney has announced a series of moves that would indicate a very different future for disney parks. Fast pass, annual passes, park hopping, reservations, magic bands, and even the magical express provide some clues. I’m talking about it. What are your thoughts? Email me, tweet me, or drop a voice message
Jan 23, 2021•41 min
Episode #385 - a few updates on disney
I’ve got a few things to talk about; a collection of things that are on my mind right now.
Nov 10, 2020•27 min
Episode #379 - a drive by disney world.
I happened to be in Orlando a week or so ago, and took a short drive around property. It was interesting to say the least, so I talk about it. I’m also introducing a new segment I’m calling “one little spark” as kind of a call to action for things we can do to be more engaged in societal issues.
Sep 07, 2020•22 min
Episode #378 - some updates about disney and disney parks
This episode is an update on some of the news around the Walt Disney company. Espn, disneys entertainment business and theme parks all get a nod. And I play an interview with Josh D’amaro which is from the US Travel Association. Listen to the Dow Report here: https://www.ustravel.org/toolkit/dow-report
Aug 27, 2020•37 min
Episode #377 - This is a podcast about my dad.
Thank you for listening. The music included in this episode is copyright of disney, and I sincerely hope they don’t mind its use in this context. The obituary I wrote: http://disneyworldpodcast.net/pete/
Aug 05, 2020•31 min
Episode #375 - a pause in my podcast
I’m going to take a break from podcasting for a while. Consider it like I’m temporarily closed, much like the resort. I tell you about my decision.
May 09, 2020•16 min
Episode #374 - managing through closures
I gave up my annual pass. And at the moment, things are looking not-so-rosy for theme parks in the immediate future - because there’s still a lot of uncertainty. I listened in to the 2Q earnings call, and have something to say about what I heard. And of course, I’ve got some more thoughts about it. Plus I hit on a couple of news items that are a little less serious. Lost (& Found) episode #32 discovery island https://youtu.be/8-88NbS3tss
May 06, 2020•29 min
Episode #373 - Epcot Entrance Music
Today, I have for you the original entrance area music, which played from 1982-2001 in future world. It set the tone for what futureworld was, and carried on the music from the pavilions. Enjoy!
Apr 29, 2020•36 min
Episode #369 - assorted thoughts and a visit to Walt Disney world during the closure
I took an opportunity to pass by the resort because I wanted to see for myself what it looked like...it was surreal almost like it came from Stephen King’s The Stand. So I talk about what I saw, and have some updates on what’s going on. Finally, I play the audio from the 1987 resort tv loop, for your enjoyment.
Apr 08, 2020•37 min
Episode #363 - the Contemporary
On this episode, I spend a moment talking about closures, but then move on to talking about the Contemporary, its construction, and the Mary Blair mural on the central pillar. I figure we can all use a break from the every day....
Mar 13, 2020•21 min
Episode #361 - why I love Disney
Joining me on the show is Craig Folsom who hosts the eponymous show. We talk about why we love Disney. Come along, and have a listen to us talking about our experiences. Visit Craig @ https://anchor.fm/disney_why
Feb 17, 2020•27 min
Episode #360 - has it really been 10 years?!
If you’ll indulge me, I spend some time talking about *me*, how I got here, and how I’ve seen things change. My first show aired February 8, 2010. And I simply can’t believe I’ve managed to make it this far. It’s been a great ride, and I can’t wait to see where I go next!
Feb 07, 2020•24 min
Episode #358 - "Sue" in the Animal Kingdom
I take a look back a the history of Sue at Animal Kingdom. Its an interesting tale that moved the preparation to the Animal Kingdom. You can watch my lost and found story about it below: View the episode A blog about the fossil prep lab: http://preplounge.blogspot.com/2009/12/this-day-in-paleontology-history.html
Jan 09, 2020•22 min
Episode #357 - comments about the Star Wars franchise
I give you my perspective on the “state of the franchise” now that we’ve reached the end of the new trilogy. There are some spoilers in here but this is more my general feelings about where it stands, than it is about one movie.
Dec 29, 2019•27 min
Episode #356 - a visit to the parks
I had a chance to visit again last week, and wanted to talk about my experiences, what I saw, share some thoughts, and bring you along.
Dec 23, 2019•32 min
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