Disney In Depth

Join us as we talk to Disney's latest Legend and her co author of the book "Groundbreaking Magic" Tim O'Day. This podcast was especially special for my podcast partner Matt because his parents Sam & Dorothy McKim had such a special relationship with Martha. They always talked of how well Martha took care of them at all times. That seems to be the theme of how amazing this lady is. Join us for this incredible podcast with two incredible people. 

I had the great pleasure of getting to interview my podcast partner Matt McKim. We discuss his incredible 25 years with Disney Corp. as well as his father Disney Legend Sam McKim. We go into detail about the tribute, presentation and exhibit November 10 at The Bowers Museum in Santa Ana to honor what would have been Sam McKim's 100th birthday. This is a tribute that has never been seen before with props, original art, drawings and paintings that have not been seen since Walt Disney last saw them. Join us as we talk about so many interesting things with the McKim family. 

Join Matt and I as we talk to the voices of Disneyland and Disney California Adventure, Bill Rogers and Camille Dixon. What a fun podcast, Bill who started at Disneyland in 1991 and Camille in 2012 have absolutely been the soundtrack of our lives if you've visited either park. They continue to do announcements and other interesting work since they wrapped up their everyday duties at the parks last year. Join us for an in depth conversation with this amazing couple on what they're doing now and upcoming in the future. 

Pack your bags, we're going back to 1941 with The Hyperion Historical Alliance, authors Ted Thomas, J.B. Kaufman, Didier Ghez and their new monograph Walt Disney & El Grupo in Latin America. Such a great conversation with these amazing men, we look forward to talking to them in the future about more adventures to Latin America, meanwhile, enjoy the trip with this incredible podcast. 

Matt and I caught up with the incredible Disney author Ken Bruce. We had such a blast talking about his amazing book "Before the Birds Sang Words" truly it was a labor of love for him, the book we all needed. 16 years of incredible research and writing, it shows, the detail that is captured by Bruce is phenomenal and should not be missed. This book should be read by everyone that's ever set foot in Disneyland, it's such a great tribute to the park, Walt Disney and of course his vision for The Enchanted Tiki Room. Take a listen as we talk all things Disney with Ken Bruce.

Matt and I were lucky enough to catch up with Gina Rock the longest flying Tinker Bell in Disneyland history. If you were at Disneyland from 1983 - 2005 and watched the fireworks show you saw Gina soar through the sky from The Matterhorn through Sleeping Beauty's Castle. Such an incredible lady to talk to, how she got her start, her career and what she's up to now. Take a listen to this exciting episode with Tinker Bell.

Join Matt McKim and I as we talk to the incredible Disney author and Historian Jeff Kurtti. Known as the leading authority of The Walt Disney Company and it's history he truly is the man that everyone goes to when they write their Disney books. We got to chat with him about so much but getting to talk to him about his friendship with The Sherman Brothers was truly the highlight, the influence they had on him as well as the lasting impression they'll forever have on him was truly touching. Can't wait to talk to Jeff again in the future. 

Truly this episode is special, we are joined by Disney Legend Tom Nabbe. From his incredible start as a newsie at Disneyland, to his invitation into the park before it's opening with Danny Thomas, and finally being hired by Walt Disney himself to be Tom Sawyer. His career was truly epic with the company. We could talk to Tom for hours about the different turns and twists along his path that led him to Legendary status and hope we can have him back soon. Join us as we talk to the great Tom Nabbe aka Tom Sawyer.

Matt and I got to talk to Terri about her illustrious career, what she has upcoming and her recent birthday party at the incredible Sushi Omakase in Gilroy with Robert Anderson and The Tribe. It's always so much fun talking with Terri and her infectious laugh, we always learn so much more about this amazing lady each time we talk. We were able to surprise her and bring on some friends to reminisce about memories and meeting Terri, Joe Meno, Bonnie Smith, Danny De Meyere, & Philo Barnhart. Join us as we celebrate the Legendary Disney Imagineer Terri Hardin Jackson

We were lucky enough to catch up to the incredible Disney Historian and Author of such books as "Service with Character" "Toons at War" and "In the Service of the Red Cross: Walt Disney's Early Adventures" David Lesjak. He's also one of the most noted collector's of World War II Disney Memorabilia. Every time I'm able to talk to him he astounds me even more with what he has in his personal collection. We were able to talk a little about his friendship with Diane Disney Miller and his work at the Disney Family Museum. Fresh off his appearance in "How Disney Built America" on the History Channel. Join us for an in depth conversation with David.