Episode #180 - Mickeys Jammin Jungle Parade
Back on March 31st, after 12 years running, Mickey's Jammin' Jungle Parade had its last run. Here's a look back at the parade...I decided to put this podcast out now simply because the World Cup is going on now, and there's a connection to the host country Brazil.
35m Jul 06, 2014
35m
Episode #179 - Test Track
After the World of Motion came the idea to take guests through the "proving grounds" .... and that became Test Track. Guests experienced the testing that a car goes through, culminating with high-speed trip outside of the building. Later, this became more of a branded product with Test Track 2.0
24m Jul 06, 2014
24m
Test Track (Episode #179)
After the World of Motion came the idea to take guests through the "proving grounds" .... and that became Test Track. Guests experienced the testing that a car goes through, culminating with high-speed trip outside of the building. Later, this became more of a branded product with Test Track 2.0.
24m Jun 24, 2014
24m
World of Motion - Trans Center (Episode #178)
This episode is a look at the Transcenter, which was the exit area of the World of Motion. There were some cool, interactive (and fun) exhibits, and I talk about them and play some audio for you. Enjoy!
24m Jun 13, 2014
24m
Episode #178 - World of Motion - Trans Center
This episode is a look at the Transcenter, which was the exit area of the World of Motion. There were some cool, interactive (and fun) exhibits, and I talk about them and play some audio for you. Enjoy!
24m Jun 13, 2014
24m
World of Motion ride through and explanation (Episode #177)
Part 2 of the look back at the World of Motion is to take a ride through, and I'll tell yout things that you would have seen. A video is available on my shownotes page - http://disneyworldpodcast.net
34m Jun 02, 2014
34m
Episode #177 - World of Motion ride-through
The World of Motion was a somewhat whimsical look at the history of transportation, Come and take a listen to the ride through, and hear how its Fun To Be Free! I would like to thank Mike at Widen Your World for some of the information I present in the podcast.
34m Jun 02, 2014
34m
Episode #176 - History of the World of Motion
This is the first in a multi-part series that takes a look back at an EPCOT opening day attraction, The World of Motion. On this episode, I delve into its history, how it came to be, and its general nature,
28m May 23, 2014
28m
History of the World of Motion (Episode #176)
This is the first in a multi-part series that takes a look back at an EPCOT opening day attraction, The World of Motion. On this episode, I delve into its history, how it came to be, and its general nature,
28m May 22, 2014
28m
Episode #175 - News and Updates from around Disney World
Time to catch up on news from around Walt Disney World! There are anniversaries, openings, celebrations, modifications, some construction, and new events happening around the Orlando themepark - and I'm here to talk about a lot of the goings on.
29m May 14, 2014
29m
News from around 'the World' (Episode #175)
Time to catch up on news from around Walt Disney World! There are anniversaries, openings, celebrations, modifications, some construction, and new events happening around the Orlando themepark - and I'm here to talk about a lot of the goings on.
29m May 13, 2014
29m
Its a Small World, after all (Episode #174)
Today's podcast is a tribute to an attraction that first appeared in 1964, at the NY World's fair, and now hold the distinction of appearing at every Disney park around the world. Of course, I'm talking about the Happiest Cruise on Earth - It's a Small World, after all. Come in and take a listen as I talk about its history.
32m May 01, 2014
32m
Episode #174 - Its a Small World history
Today's podcast is a tribute to an attraction that first appeared in 1964, at the NY World's fair, and now holds the distinction of appearing at every Disney park around the world. Of course, I'm talking about the Happiest Cruise on Earth - It's a Small World, after all. Come in and take a listen as I talk about its history.
32m May 01, 2014
32m
A report from my recent trip (Episode #173)
I took a trip up to Disney at the end of March, and here are some thoughts from that trip. I've talk about some of the things we did and saw, some about fast pass, and other observations.
25m Apr 18, 2014
25m
Episode #173 - A report from my recent trip
I took a trip up to Disney at the end of March, and here are some thoughts from that trip. I've talk about some of the things we did and saw, some about fast pass, and other observations.
25m Apr 18, 2014
25m
Taking kids to Walt Disney World (Episode #172)
I'm joined on today's podcast by Jennifer, who is also a parent. We chat about taking kids (especially little ones) to Walt Disney World. We have some tips and tricks, and provide some ideas to make your trip magical.
35m Apr 07, 2014
35m
Episode #172 - tips for taking kids to Disney
I'm joined on today's podcast by Jennifer, who is also a parent. We chat about taking kids (especially little ones) to Walt Disney World. We have some tips and tricks, and provide some ideas to make your trip magical.
35m Apr 07, 2014
35m
My experience with Fastpass+ (Episode #171)
I took a trip to Disney World last week - and tried out FastPass+. I tell you about the experience, and share what I think about it. I found it to be not-so-great, and more trouble than it was worth. It really is the Cast Memebers who make it work as well as it does...
28m Mar 31, 2014
28m
Episode #171 - my experience with FastPass+
I took a trip to Disney World last week - and tried out FastPass+. I tell you about the experience, and share what I think about it. I found it to be not-so-great, and more trouble than it was worth. It really is the Cast Memebers who make it work as well as it does.
28m Mar 30, 2014
28m
Episode #170 - another fun chat about Disney
Joining me on this podcast is the editor of Celebrations Magazine, Tim Foster. We talk about the magazine, some favorite Disney things to do and see, and give a few tips from around the world. And for the first time, I am running a contest! In conjunction with the magazine, we are giving away a free one-year subscription to the magazine. Care to enter? Check out http://disneypodcast.net/givea...
35m Mar 21, 2014
35m
Another fun chat about Disney (Episode #170)
Joining me on this podcast is the editor of Celebrations Magazine, Tim Foster. We talk about the magazine, some favorite Disney things to do and see, and give a few tips from around the world. Care to enter the contest mentioned? http://disneypodcast.net/giveaway for details, and for how to enter
35m Mar 21, 2014
35m
Episode #169 - Disney Travel Planning with Shannon
I welcome Shannon back to the podcast to talk about Disney travel planning. We talk about some of the ways an authorized Disney travel planner can help you - and some of our favorite things to do and see. Each vacation is unique...so you should make the most of your vacation!
36m Mar 14, 2014
36m
Disney Travel Planning with Shannon (Episode #169)
I welcome Shannon back to the podcast to talk about Disney trvael planning. We talk about some of the ways an authorized Disney travel planner can help you - and some of our favorite things to do and see. Each vacation is unique...so you should make the most of your vacation!
36m Mar 12, 2014
36m
Two guys talkin about Disney (Episode #168)
On today's show, I welcome Nick who is a fellow Disney lover, and a local like me. We chat about Disney World, some of our favorite things to do - parks, attractions, restaurants, and more. Plus we simply talk about our shared love of things in the World.
37m Feb 28, 2014
37m
Episode #168 - two guys talkin' about Disney
On today's show, I welcome Nick who is a fellow Disney lover, and a local like me. We chat about Disney World, some of our favorite things to do - parks, attractions, restaurants, and more. Plus we simply talk about our shared love of things in the World.
37m Feb 28, 2014
37m
Episode #167 - where do I stay at Walt Disney World?
Today's podcast is a look at where to stay when you are at Walt Disney World. I talk about the categories of hotels, the amenities, and which hotels fall into these categories. And I talk about some of the things that you might look for in each type of hotel.
29m Feb 14, 2014
29m
Where do I stay at Walt Disney World (Episode #167)
Today's podcast is a look at where to stay when you are at Walt Disney World. I talk about the categories of hotels, the amenities, and which hotels fall into these categories. And I talk about some of the things that you might look for in each type of hotel.
29m Feb 13, 2014
29m
Episode #166 - Fun things to do at Downtown Disney / Disney Springs
Today's podcast is a look at 4 fun things to do on the western part of what is now Disney Springs. Featured are a look at the AMC 24 theaters, Splittsville, DisneyQuest, and Cirque Du Soleil. Each has something special about it, and yet three of them are not Disney owned or operated. The cool thing is that they provide quality things to do. I encourage you to watch the videos and check them out...
29m Feb 02, 2014
29m
Fun things to do at Downtown Disney / Disney Springs (Episode #166)
Today's podcast is a look at 4 fun things to do on the western part of what is now Disney Springs. Featured are a look at the AMC 24 theaters, Splittsville, DisneyQuest, and Cirque Du Soleil. Each has something special about it, and yet three of them are not Disney owned or operated. The cool thing is that they provide quality things to do. I encourage you to watch the videos and check them out...
29m Feb 02, 2014
29m
Episode #165 - Disney News for January 2014
This week's show is another dose of Disney news. First, Downtown Disney's evolution into Disney Springs is coming together. Next, there was a groundbreaking for Avatarland. And finally, FastPass machines are gone from the Animal Kingdom, Studios, and Epcot…I talk about all of those, and a whole lot more!
27m Jan 23, 2014
27m
Disney News for January 2014 (Episode #165)
This week's show is another dose of Disney news. First, Downtown Disney's evolution into Disney Springs is coming together. Next, there was a groundbreaking for Avatarland. And finally, FastPass machines are gone from the Animal Kingdom, Studios, and Epcot…I talk about all of those, and a whole lot more!
27m Jan 22, 2014
27m
Episode #164 - DisneyWorld 101
Today's podcast is a primer of sorts - a Disney World 101. Over the last few weeks, I got a number of general questions about the resort. ;So, I thought I'd help set the stage for what's what at Disney World, and give a sort of 'lay of the land'…hopefully if you've never been to the Orlando resort, this answers those general questions you may have about what a "theme park" is, and what else you...
24m Jan 13, 2014
24m
Walt Disney World introduction (Episode #164)
Today's podcast is a primer of sorts - a Disney World 101. Over the last few weeks, I got a number of general questions about the resort. So, I thought I'd help set the stage for what's what at Disney World, and give a sort of 'lay of the land'…hopefully if you've never been to the Orlando resort, this answers those general questions you may have about what a "theme park" is, and what else you ...
24m Jan 12, 2014
24m
Saving Mr. Banks - a look at the film (Episode #163)
I went to see Saving Mr. Banks, and wanted to provide my thoughts about the movie, so its a bit of a moview review. Plus, I saw some other Disney movies recently, and I share my thoughts about those as well. Enjoy!
32m Dec 30, 2013
32m
Episode #163 - Saving Mr. Banks
Today's podcast is a movies review of... Saving Mr. Banks. Short version: I loved this film! I hope you did too. My lone problem with it was that it was a slightly Disney-ised and revised look at the history. It didn't quite work out this way, and I fill in the proverbial blanks on that. Still, it was great, and I can only imagine what it was like to work for the Walt Disney studios at that time.
32m Dec 30, 2013
32m
The latest on MyMagic+ (Episode #162)
Today, I have still more information on MyMagic+. There's some new news, and a few updates….there is (as we expected) an active and passive RFID reader, and there isa requirement to have a biometric scan for park entrance. Meanwhile, old paper-based FastPass machines are being removed, and there are some increasing costs.
27m Dec 16, 2013
27m
Episode #162 - Latest on MyMagic+
Today, I have still more information on MyMagic+. There's some new news, and a few updates….there is (as we expected) an active and passive RFID reader, and there isa requirement to have a biometric scan for park entrance. Meanwhile, old paper-based FastPass machines are being removed, and there are some increasing costs.
27m Dec 16, 2013
27m
Episodes #160 & 161 - The Reedy Creek Improvement District
Today's podcast is a look at the history of the Reedy Creek Improvement District, and how it works within Walt Disney World. Full disclosure: this is not an original work by me. I am reading from a work from the Florida State Law Review. Visit DisneyWorldPodcast.net for more details
46m Dec 07, 2013
46m
The Reedy Creek Improvement District (Episodes #160 and 161)
Today's podcast is a look at the history of the Reedy Creek Improvement District, and how it works within Walt Disney World. Full disclosure: this is not an original work by me. I am reading from a work from the Florida State Law Review. See DisneyWorldPodcast.net for a link and details.
46m Dec 06, 2013
46m
Episode #159 - Disney News for November 2013
Its a full dose of Disney news: Fairytale Hall in Fantasyland, a few MyMagic pieces, holiday creep, movie news, and a whole lot more!
32m Nov 21, 2013
32m
Episode #158 - Enjoying a day at the parks
I went up to the parks at the end of October, and had a chance to check out some of what's going on with MyMagic, so I talk about that. Plus, I went over to Epcot and ate some yummy food at the Food and Wine Festial. And there are a few other fun things to talk about! See the app videos at http://disneyview.blogspot.com/2013/11/episode-158-enjoying-day-at-parks.html
22m Nov 21, 2013
22m
Disney News (Episode #159)
Its a full dose of Disney news: Fairytale Hall in Fantasyland, a few MyMagic pieces, holiday creep, movie news, and a whole lot more!
32m Nov 20, 2013
32m
Enjoying a day at the parks (Episode #158)
I went up to the parks at the end of October, and had a chance to check out some of what's going on with MyMagic, so I talk about that. Plus, I went over to Epcot and ate some yummy food at the Food and Wine Festial. And there are a few other fun things to talk about!
22m Nov 11, 2013
22m
Episodes #156 & 157 - MyMagic Discussion
Today I have a double podcast! I take a longer look at the Magic Bands, and MyMagic+, and consider why Disney is spending this kind of money on something that has a limited return on it from Disney's point of view.
58m Nov 01, 2013
58m
Details and thoughts about MyMagic (episodes #156 - 157)
Today I have a double podcast! I take a longer look at the Magic Bands, and MyMagic+, and consider why Disney is spending this kind of money on something that has a limited return on it from Disney's point of view.
58m Oct 31, 2013
58m
Episode #155 -- Leftover audio from a recent trip
I have some audio left over from a recent trip.  I talk about the monorail being unavailable during off-peak times, and ride the ferry boat to the magic kingdom. Plus, I tell a few stories as I wander around. Of course, the fun part is the history of who Admiral Fowler is. So take a listen and find out.
20m Oct 15, 2013
20m
Miscellaneous audio from Walt Disney World (episode #155)
I have some audio left over from a recent trip. I talk about the monorail being unavailable during off-peak times, and ride the ferry boat to the magic kingdom. Plus, I tell a few stories as I wander around.
20m Oct 14, 2013
20m
Episode #154 - Disney News for October
On this week's podcast, its a dose of Disney news.  I've got some info on Cars Land, Star Wars Land, and Avatarland.  And I talk about the changes to the Guest Assistance Card, some resort updates, and a whole lot more!
19m Oct 04, 2013
19m
Disney News (episode #154)
On this week's podcast, its a dose of Disney news. I've got some info on Cars Land, Star Wars Land, and Avatarland. And I talk about the changes to the Guest Assistance Card, some resort updates, and a whole lot more!
19m Oct 03, 2013
19m
The Epcot Loop (episode #153)
On today's show, I hop onto the monorail at WDW that is heading from the TTC and head over to Epcot. Then, I make the return trip. Come along and take a listen, and enjoy the ride!
32m Sep 21, 2013
32m