Today's podcast is about 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea - that is the Jules Verne novel...and the Disney movie. I talk about the history of the novel and its contents, then I talk about how it came to be a Disney movie. This is part of a multi-part podcast that will later talk about the attractions that it spawned.  

 Today's podcast is a further look at the Muppets, how they ultimately became a Disney property, and how actor Jason Segel revived them on the big screen. Now back in Episode #36, I looked at the history of Henson and stopped around the time that Disney acquired them....here are some additional insights...  

 Today's podcast is a look at the restaurants that I personally am not that fond of, and probably won't return to - given the plethora of choices that exist around the resort. Its not that any of them are bad, its about the bang for the buck, given my tastes and what they offer.

Its really about how, IMHO, they miss the mark in some way. For some of them, its the way they use their space, for some its the food, and for a few the "experience" is great but its off for some reason.

Now I know that - probably - no one will agree with my list in its entirety, and I'm sure some will think I left off a restaurant. But I wanted to throw out my list and get the conversation started.

#10: Mickeys backyard bbq / Hoop De Doo

#9: Tony's Town Square

#8: Garden Grill

#7: Liberty Tree Tavern

#6: Pizza Planet

#5 O'hana (breakfast)

#4: Chef Mickeys (dinner)

#3 1900 Park Fare (breakfast)

#2: Cinderella's Royal Table

#1: 50's Primetime Cafe

Have a restaurant you feel this way about? Want to quibble with my list? Post a comment! 

 In Walt Disney World, from 1986 to 1992, the Country Bears went on vacation, and had a celebratory hoedown. This is the audio from that version of the attraction. Also, I have added some technical facts that describe how the show works. I hope you enjoy! 

 This podcast is the full audio from the show before the changes that were made at the end of last year. And of course, I have to provide some context about the show - how did it all start? who was the imagineer behind it? And who are all the bears anyway?

Sit back and just enjoy the Country Bear Jamboree!  

 On today's podcast, I have a number of things to talk about.  Starting with the Star Wars franchise, the rumors about Cars Land, new things to do and see at Walt Disney World, and lots, lots more!

I also talk about Tony Baxter retiring, Disney's effort to buy the Scripps Network, information about a company Digital Domain, and I end with a discussion about "Escape from Tomorrow" a movie made surreptitiously at Disney World. 

 Today's podcast explores topics from previous podcasts. First, there is a more expansive discussion about how to save on your Disney vacation (from podcast #123). Yes, you can save if you look for some discounts or "bundle" tickets, meals, and hotel.

And you really should consult with an authorized Disney travel agent such as Destinations in Florida

Next, I look at MyMagic+, now that there are more details emerging....I spoke about this on podcast #124.

I've got some new information I recently learned, and I share that; plus there are some articles about the topic that I found. Let's say that there's some interesting "stuff" going on, and that Disney has invested a lot - but there are still many questions to be answered.

One article I mention is from Salon.com article about retailers watching you...its worth a read in its entirety. 

 On today's podcast, Gary Miceli is back to cohost with me as we go through the Top 10 things you should do when you arrive at the parks. Maybe you are a new visitor, or haven't visited in a long time. We give you some tips to make things flow a little bit easier, and hopefully help you to relax and enjoy your vacation. If you are interested, you can find Gary on Facebook.

Now each of us has about five things to share, and while this list is by no means comprehensive, it does give a flavor for the types of things you should do, and what we recommend doing first. If you're a newbie to the park, hopefully there's some info you can use. And if you're a seasoned pro, hopefully we'll give you a couple of ideas to try in the future. And if you want to debate a few of them, please post a comment! 

 Today's podcast is the audio of the show that was re-written in 1993 to slightly revise the historical nature of our nation's history.

And some might say its more than "slightly" because it talks about a more politically correct late 20th century version of history than maybe Walt would have liked. But it still has a certain sentiment that makes it special and unique.

It features poet Maya Angelou as the narrator. And for the first time, you hear a president speak in his own voice. 

 The presidential inauguration is coming up soon, so I wanted to continue to look at the Hall of Presidents. Previously, I played the audio from the current show (check out podcast 74). And then on episode 116, I delved the history of the show. On episode 117, I played the original audio from the show (as it was heard from 1971-1993).

Welcome to "part 2" of the Hall of Presidents retrospective. Today, I take you through the show, and explain the script and its relevance...and how it changed/evolved over time. There are some interesting side notes in here, and I include a clip from Lou Mongello's WDW Radioshow. You should visit his show for more.