In just one week, a third major Disney park, Tokyo Disney Resort has closed, and another--Disneyland Paris--is under pressure to close due to Coronavirus. What do we know about these and Shanghai as well as Hong Kong Disneyland being closed? What is the possibility of closing parks in the U.S.? What about the Disney Cruise Line? Join J. Jeff Kober as we look at the sobering realities of this virus, and its implications on Disney parks world wide. 

Big changes were announced as a new CEO was named immediately for The Walt Disney Company. Bob Iger will step aside and serve his remaining time as Chairman, while Bob Chapek will become the new CEO. What does this mean for the company? What's the good news/bad news? We'll explore all of it, study Disney's long history of not doing succession planning well, and then finally, what it means to you. 

Show is one of Disney's Four Keys to Excellence, along with Safety, Courtesy and Efficiency. We look at ways in which Show manifests itself in the parks, and identify examples of how to apply these concepts back to your organization. Join your host, J. Jeff Kober, while he brings these Disney concepts to life. And be sure to follow along with our notes page at Disney at Work.  

We offer a bonus second podcast this week as we review the new Regal Eagle Smokehouse Craft Drafts and Barbecue in Epcot at Walt Disney World. This counter service restaurant, formerly known as the Liberty Inn, Offers a brand new look and a tremendous menu. Join J. Jeff Kober, as he reviews this new restaurant on opening day.

Before Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway premieres at The Chinese Theater at Disney's Hollywood Studios, we note 10 reasons for loving The Great Movie Ride. Join us as we cherish all that is part of this landmark attraction, which for so many years was the centerpiece of Disney's Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World. Your host is J. Jeff Kober, who as a life-long fan and former Disney Institute leader, brings a love of all things Disney to life and work from The Happiest Place on Earth.