Imagination Skyway

By Matthew Krul

Society & Culture History Kids & Family Places & Travel

What's Imagination Skyway about?

Imagination Skyway (formerly Imagineer Podcast) is a positive, welcoming, family-friendly Disney® fan community celebrating the magical worlds of Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar and beyond. Learn more at ImaginationSkyway.com.

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Imagination Skyway episodes:

04.20.2024
Disney's Hollywood Studios | 35th Anniversary | Stories and Details
Disney's Hollywood Studios turns 35 at Walt Disney World this May, opening as Disney-MGM Studios in 1989. Over its 35-year history, the park has undergone a large evolution, so extensive that its five opening day attractions (including the Great Movie...
04.06.2024
Disney Budget Advice | D23 Predictions | Listener Questions
This listener question-and-answer (Q&A) episode tackles the following many Disney-related questions, including but not limited to: Do you think the Avengers E-Ticket at Disneyland could be a roller coaster instead of a dark ride? I’m going on a solo trip in October…...
03.23.2024
EPCOT Flower and Garden | Disney Food Blog
The EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival blooms at Walt Disney World every spring, and this year's festival includes many fresh new offerings. With over 20 outdoor kitchens featuring hundreds of food and drink options, dozens of character topiaries and...
03.09.2024
Walt Disney | Stories of Walt at Disneyland | Part Two
Disneyland is not only the first Disney Park created around the world. It's also the only Disney Park that Walt Disney personally visited. Walt Disney helped to develop so many specific elements of Disneyland, many of which are still visible...
03.02.2024
Walt Disney | Stories of Walt at Disneyland | Part One
Disneyland is not only the first Disney Park created around the world. It's also the only Disney Park that Walt Disney personally visited. Walt Disney helped to develop so many specific elements of Disneyland, many of which are still visible...
02.17.2024
Lanny Smoot | Disney Research Fellow | Imagineer | National Inventors Hall of Fame Inductee
Walt Disney Imagineer Lanny Smoot was recently inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame, the first Imagineer and the second person at Disney to ever receive this distinction (the first was Walt Disney). With over 25 years as a Disney...
02.03.2024
Disney Cruise Line: What To Expect
Disney Cruise Line takes the magic of a Disney vacation out to sea, providing Disney fans with the opportunity to literally travel the world while being immersed in the worlds of Disney. Disney Cruise Line offers some incredible experiences not...
01.27.2024
Disney Cruise Line: Planning Your Trip At Sea
Disney Cruise Line takes the magic of a Disney vacation out to sea, providing Disney fans with the opportunity to literally travel the world while being immersed in the worlds of Disney. Unlike a Disney Parks vacation, a trip aboard...
01.13.2024
Music of Pixar Early Years | Finding Nemo to Up
Pixar's early years are defined by some iconic films, each telling a unique story in a way that made Disney-Pixar productions famous. The first 10 films in particular helped pave the way for Pixar's success and influenced Disney to acquire...
01.06.2024
Music of Pixar Early Years | Toy Story to Monsters Inc.
Pixar's early years are defined by some iconic films, each telling a unique story in a way that made Disney-Pixar productions famous. The first 10 films in particular helped pave the way for Pixar's success and influenced Disney to acquire...
12.16.2023
Haunted Mansion Holiday | Disneyland | Nightmare Before Christmas Overlay
Haunted Mansion Holiday at Disneyland transforms the Haunted Mansion every Halloween and Christmas season into a Nightmare Before Christmas Halloween Town wonderland. Complete with iconic characters from the 1993 Tim Burton film (Jack Skellington, Sally, Oogie Boogie and more), memorable...
12.02.2023
Dave Goelz | 50 Years with The Muppets
Performing as Gonzo the Great, Dr. Bunsen Honeydew, Waldorf, Beauregard, and countless other Muppets for over 50 years, Dave Goelz has been working on this franchise since the beginning. He's one of two Muppet performers to have worked on all...
11.18.2023
Disney Jollywood Nights | Opening Night Review | Event Strategy
Disney Jollywood Nights debuted November 11, 2023 at Walt Disney World, and I was there (on a paid ticket, not by invitation) to experience the event for myself. With two live stage show performances (Disney Holidays In Hollywood and What's This?...
11.04.2023
it’s a small world | Disneyland | 1964-1965 World’s Fair
Perhaps the most iconic ride of all time, "it's a small world" opened at the 1964-1965 World's Fair in New York at the UNICEF pavilion sponsored by Pepsi-Cola and was later moved to Disneyland, opening there in May 1966. Imagineers...
10.21.2023
Oogie Boogie Bash | Disney California Adventure | Disneyland
In this episode, we recap our experience at Oogie Boogie Bash at the Disneyland Resort, which takes place in September and October at Disney California Adventure. We discuss the villain treat trails (especially Ernesto de la Cruz, Judge Doom, and...
10.07.2023
Disney Holiday Travel | Honeymoons | Annual Passes | Listener Questions
Answering questions from listeners, this episode covers a wide range of topics, including Disney Vacation Club strategy (how many points to purchase and deciding on a home resort), suggestions for a honeymoon to Disney, annual passes, Muppets, Disneyland attractions, and...
09.23.2023
Destination D23 2023 | Disney News | Recap
Destination D23 took place at Walt Disney World September 8-10, 2023. At the event, we learned more information about what Disney fans can expect from the Disney Parks (announcements and updates were shared for Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Tokyo Disneyland,...
09.16.2023
Roundup Rodeo BBQ | Toy Story Land | Full Review (Part 2)
Roundup Rodeo BBQ opened in Toy Story Land at Disney's Hollywood Studios on March 23, 2023. This Walt Disney World restaurant combines casual bbq dining with Toy Story fun, turning guests into their very own cowboy toy set. While you...
09.09.2023
Roundup Rodeo BBQ | Toy Story Land | Full Review (Part 1)
Roundup Rodeo BBQ opened in Toy Story Land at Disney's Hollywood Studios on March 23, 2023. This Walt Disney World restaurant combines casual bbq dining with Toy Story fun, turning guests into their very own cowboy toy set. While you...
09.02.2023
Imagineering Concepts for Walt Disney World
Getting to play armchair Imagineer is one of my favorite pastimes. As a Disney fan, it's fun to imagine what could possibly one day come to the Disney Parks. Blue sky concepts from Walt Disney Imagineering are imaginative, inspiring, and...
08.19.2023
Disneyland with a Toddler or Infant
The Disneyland Resort in California is an amazing place for families of all ages, which includes toddlers and infants. With countless attractions for little ones to enjoy across two parks (Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure), character experiences, dining, and...
08.05.2023
EPCOT Norway Pavilion | Frozen Ever After | Maelstrom
The Norway Pavilion at EPCOT (including Frozen Ever After and its predecessor, Maelstrom) is full of authentic details that speak to the culture, history, music and cuisine of Norway. Opening in 1988, the pavilion features a table-service restaurant (Akershus), a...
07.20.2023
Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort | Gran Destino Tower
Disney's Coronado Springs Resort opened at Walt Disney World in 1997 across from Disney's Blizzard Beach water park. Closely situated near Disney's Animal Kingdom theme park, EPCOT and Disney's Hollywood Studios, Coronado Springs includes 10 dining locations (Toledo, Maya Grill,...
07.08.2023
DINOSAUR | Disney’s Animal Kingdom | DinoLand U.S.A.
Originally called Countdown to Extinction at Disney's Animal Kingdom, DINOSAUR has been thrilling guests at Walt Disney World since April 22, 1998. As an Enhanced Motion Vehicle (EMV), Walt Disney Imagineering used the same ride design and track layout as...
06.24.2023
Space Mountain (Magic Kingdom | Walt Disney World)
Space Mountain opened at the Magic Kingdom in Walt DISNEY WORLD in 1975, becoming the first indoor tubular steel roller coaster. The original idea was conceived by Walt Disney for Disneyland, but after he passed away, the attraction was shifted...
06.10.2023
Disney Vacation Club Basics (Part 2)
Disney Vacation Club offers Disney fans the opportunity to unlock years of magical vacations at Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Aulani and beyond. This year, my family finally made the decision to become Disney Vacation Club Members, buying directly from Disney...
06.03.2023
Disney Vacation Club Basics (Part 1)
Disney Vacation Club offers Disney fans the opportunity to unlock years of magical vacations at Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Aulani and beyond. This year, my family finally made the decision to become Disney Vacation Club Members, buying directly from Disney...
05.20.2023
EPCOT Mexico Pavilion, Gran Fiesta Tour
The Mexico Pavilion at EPCOT (including Gran Fiesta Tour and its predecessor, El Rio Del Tiempo) is full of authentic details that speak to the culture, history, music and cuisine of Mexico. Opening in 1982 with the park, the pavilion...
05.06.2023
Solo Trips to Walt Disney World
Taking a solo trip to Disney can sometimes seem intimidating, especially if we're used to traveling with our family and friends. In today's episode, we discuss some of the reasons you might want to consider a solo trip to Walt...
04.22.2023
Expedition Everest (Disney’s Animal Kingdom)
Expedition Everest opened at Disney's Animal Kingdom on April 7, 2006 and is one of the highest rated Disney Park attractions. At 199 feet 6 inches tall, it's the tallest attraction at Walt Disney World and a thrilling Vekoma-manufactured roller...
04.08.2023
Music of the Disney Revival Era (Big Hero 6 to Encanto)
Disney Revival (2009-2021) films include The Princess and the Frog, Tangled, Winnie the Pooh, Wreck It Ralph, Frozen, Big Hero 6, Zootopia, Moana, Ralph Breaks the Internet, Frozen 2, Raya and the Last Dragon, and Encanto. These 12 films span...
03.25.2023
Music of the Disney Revival Era (Princess and the Frog to Frozen)
Disney Revival (2009-2021) films include The Princess and the Frog, Tangled, Winnie the Pooh, Wreck It Ralph, Frozen, Big Hero 6, Zootopia, Moana, Ralph Breaks the Internet, Frozen 2, Raya and the Last Dragon, and Encanto. These 12 films span...
03.11.2023
Disney Trip Planning Advice 2023
If you're planning a trip to Walt Disney World or Disneyland this year (2023), this podcast episode is for you, but the advice we offer is not strictly limited to this year alone, as several points we offer can be...
02.25.2023
Best Attraction Ride Vehicles at Disney (Part 2)
Ride vehicles at Disney Parks are more than just a form of transportation. In every instance they are an integral part of the story. Disney's Imagineers work to create ride vehicles that fit within the theme of the attraction, efficiently...
02.18.2023
Best Attraction Ride Vehicles at Disney (Part 1)
Ride vehicles at Disney Parks are more than just a form of transportation. In every instance they are an integral part of the story. Disney's Imagineers work to create ride vehicles that fit within the theme of the attraction, efficiently...
02.04.2023
Music of the Disney Renaissance (Part 2)
Important Update: Imagineer Podcast will be known as Imagination Skyway starting with our next podcast episode. Learn more at imaginationskyway.com. Disney Renaissance films include The Little Mermaid, The Rescuers Down Under, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, The Lion King, Pocahontas, The...
01.28.2023
Music of the Disney Renaissance (Part 1)
Disney Renaissance films include The Little Mermaid, The Rescuers Down Under, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, The Lion King, Pocahontas, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Hercules, Mulan, and Tarzan. They span a range of just 10 years but include some...
01.14.2023
Pirates of the Caribbean (Disneyland)
Pirates of the Caribbean is considered to be the last attraction that Walt Disney personally oversaw from beginning to end. This Disneyland classic opened in March of 1967, just a few months of Walt's passing, and has been an integral...
12.31.2022
2023 Disney New Year Wishes
Disney often provides us with inspiration throughout the year, and the same can be said as we turn the clocks to the New Year. As we begin the year 2023, a few Disney friends, Imagineers and I wanted to wish...
12.24.2022
Doris Hardoon (Disney Legend, Imagineer)
Doris Hardoon became a Disney Legend in 2022 and was recognized at the D23 Expo that same year. Starting at Walt Disney Imagineering (WED Enterprises at the time), Doris worked on the development of EPCOT alongside folks like Rolly Crump,...
12.10.2022
Rob’t Coltrin (Disney Legend, Imagineer)
Rob't Coltrin became a Disney Legend in 2020 (inducted at the D23 Expo 2022 ceremony) after spending 30 years at Walt Disney Imagineering. As a show set designer, concept artist, art director, and creative executive, Rob't became a go-to artist...
11.26.2022
Best Disney Attractions After Dark (Walt Disney World, Disneyland)
Disney attractions are incredible during the day, but certain Disney rides and shows take on new life after dark. Whether you're visiting Walt Disney World or Disneyland, we want to share a few of our favorites at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT,...
11.12.2022
Disneyland Paris Vacation Planning (Part 2)
Disneyland Paris offers Disney fans the unique opportunity to visit a familiar destination (Disney) while experiencing French culture and cuisine. With two parks (Disneyland Paris and Walt Disney Studios Park) plus a half dozen Disney-owned resort hotels, Disney Village, and...
11.05.2022
Disneyland Paris Vacation Planning (Part 1)
Disneyland Paris offers Disney fans the unique opportunity to visit a familiar destination (Disney) while experiencing French culture and cuisine. With two parks (Disneyland Paris and Walt Disney Studios Park) plus a half dozen Disney-owned resort hotels, Disney Village, and...
10.22.2022
Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster: Starring Aerosmith (Disney’s Hollywood Studios)
Rock 'n' Roller Coaster: Starring Aerosmith opened in July of 1999 at Disney's Hollywood Studios (called Disney-MGM Studios at the time) and has remained one of the most popular attractions at Walt Disney World and arguably one of the most...
10.08.2022
D23 Expo 2022 Recap (Part 2): Biggest Moments and Takeaways
D23 Expo 2022 presented new and updated information about the Disney Parks and Resorts ("Boundless Future" showcase presented by Walt Disney Imagineering), Marvel, Lucasfilm, 20th Century Studios, Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar, Disney Branded Entertainment, and so much more. The...
10.01.2022
D23 Expo 2022 Recap (Part 1): Expo Strategies and Advice
D23 Expo 2022 presented new and updated information about the Disney Parks and Resorts ("Boundless Future" showcase presented by Walt Disney Imagineering), Marvel, Lucasfilm, 20th Century Studios, Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar, Disney Branded Entertainment, and so much more. The...
09.17.2022
Baby’s First Disney Trip (Part 2)
This summer, we had the opportunity to bring our 7-month-old daughter to Walt Disney World for the first time. Traveling by plane and spending a week at Disney, we learned a lot about how to navigate the parks with an...
09.10.2022
Baby’s First Disney Trip (Part 1)
This summer, we had the opportunity to bring our 7-month-old daughter to Walt Disney World for the first time. Traveling by plane and spending a week at Disney, we learned a lot about how to navigate the parks with an...
08.27.2022
Soarin’ (Disney California Adventure, EPCOT, Shanghai Disneyland, Tokyo DisneySea)
Soarin' Over California opened at Disney California Adventure in 2001 and was added to EPCOT a few years later in 2005. The attraction was later refurbished to Soarin' Around the World and added to Shanghai Disneyland as Soaring Over The...

What's Imagination Skyway about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

Imagination Skyway episodes:

Disney's Hollywood Studios | 35th Anniversary | Stories and Details

Disney Budget Advice | D23 Predictions | Listener Questions

EPCOT Flower and Garden | Disney Food Blog

Walt Disney | Stories of Walt at Disneyland | Part Two

Walt Disney | Stories of Walt at Disneyland | Part One

Lanny Smoot | Disney Research Fellow | Imagineer | National Inventors Hall of Fame Inductee

Disney Cruise Line: What To Expect

Disney Cruise Line: Planning Your Trip At Sea

Music of Pixar Early Years | Finding Nemo to Up

Music of Pixar Early Years | Toy Story to Monsters Inc.

Haunted Mansion Holiday | Disneyland | Nightmare Before Christmas Overlay

Dave Goelz | 50 Years with The Muppets

Disney Jollywood Nights | Opening Night Review | Event Strategy

it’s a small world | Disneyland | 1964-1965 World’s Fair

Oogie Boogie Bash | Disney California Adventure | Disneyland

Disney Holiday Travel | Honeymoons | Annual Passes | Listener Questions

Destination D23 2023 | Disney News | Recap

Roundup Rodeo BBQ | Toy Story Land | Full Review (Part 2)

Roundup Rodeo BBQ | Toy Story Land | Full Review (Part 1)

Imagineering Concepts for Walt Disney World

Disneyland with a Toddler or Infant

EPCOT Norway Pavilion | Frozen Ever After | Maelstrom

Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort | Gran Destino Tower

DINOSAUR | Disney’s Animal Kingdom | DinoLand U.S.A.

Space Mountain (Magic Kingdom | Walt Disney World)

Disney Vacation Club Basics (Part 2)

Disney Vacation Club Basics (Part 1)

EPCOT Mexico Pavilion, Gran Fiesta Tour

Solo Trips to Walt Disney World

Expedition Everest (Disney’s Animal Kingdom)

Music of the Disney Revival Era (Big Hero 6 to Encanto)

Music of the Disney Revival Era (Princess and the Frog to Frozen)

Disney Trip Planning Advice 2023

Best Attraction Ride Vehicles at Disney (Part 2)

Best Attraction Ride Vehicles at Disney (Part 1)

Music of the Disney Renaissance (Part 2)

Music of the Disney Renaissance (Part 1)

Pirates of the Caribbean (Disneyland)

2023 Disney New Year Wishes

Doris Hardoon (Disney Legend, Imagineer)

Rob’t Coltrin (Disney Legend, Imagineer)

Best Disney Attractions After Dark (Walt Disney World, Disneyland)

Disneyland Paris Vacation Planning (Part 2)

Disneyland Paris Vacation Planning (Part 1)

Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster: Starring Aerosmith (Disney’s Hollywood Studios)

D23 Expo 2022 Recap (Part 2): Biggest Moments and Takeaways

D23 Expo 2022 Recap (Part 1): Expo Strategies and Advice

Baby’s First Disney Trip (Part 2)

Baby’s First Disney Trip (Part 1)

Soarin’ (Disney California Adventure, EPCOT, Shanghai Disneyland, Tokyo DisneySea)