Episode description

In today’s podcast, Serena sits down with friend and longtime Disney guru Lou Mongello from WDW Radio. Get ready to be inspired and motivated by Lou’s story of taking the leap to pursue his love of Disney and amazed by the tales of Disney legends he’s gotten to interview over the years. Find links to Lou’s weekly show and online communities: https://www.wdwradio.com/ Have Lou help you follow your own dreams: https://www.loumongello.com/mini-course/ Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 02:15 Early days of Disney podcasting & media 08:04 Taking the leap to leave a day job 12:08 Importance of a positive mindset 14:53 Building community is key 19:20 Friendship with legend Richard Sherman 21:36 Interviewing Julie Andrews 22:45 First meeting with Kevin Feige 28:26 The current state of Disney parks 30:33 Projections for what's to come for Disney 36:30 Advice for those who want to take the leap