On this week’s episode of I Want That Too, Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey are joined by veteran Disney Imagineer Jim Shull to take a deep dive into the world of Disney fun maps. These aren’t just park guides—they’re works of art that have captured the evolution of Disney parks from the earliest days of Disneyland.

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In this episode of I Want That Too, Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey take you back to EPCOT’s grand opening on October 1, 1982. They dive deep into how EPCOT evolved from Walt Disney’s ambitious dream of a futuristic living community to the park we know today.

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In this episode of I Want That Too, Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey transport you back to October 1, 1971, for the grand opening of Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom.

They explore what the park’s first day was really like, with low attendance, technical challenges, and some Disney magic that made it unforgettable.

They also dive into the nostalgic merch from that era, including the famous A-E ticket books, early park maps, and the iconic vintage logo that still has fans hunting down collectibles today.

What We Cover:

• Magic Kingdom’s surprising first-day turnout and the early technical hiccups.

• Why Disney chose to open the park in the fall off-season.

• The original A-E ticket system and how it shaped the park experience.

• Collectible opening day merchandise and how its value has grown over the years.

• The stories behind the original Magic Kingdom logo and other vintage keepsakes.

Tune in for a trip down Main Street U.S.A. as we discuss the magic and the merch of Magic Kingdom’s opening day!

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In this episode of I Want That Too, Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey are joined by Brandon Sheddon, the founder and CEO of Cakeworthy, to discuss the brand that perfectly blends fan culture with fashion-forward designs.

Brandon shares the story behind Cakworthy's humble beginnings and how it grew into a pop culture phenomenon.

They dive into some of Cakeworthy’s most popular items, the inspiration behind their signature flannels, and the details of a special Cakeworthy collection that’s making its way into Disney theme parks!

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Listen in to discover how Cakeworthy brings beloved fandoms to life, one stylish piece at a time!  

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In this episode of I Want That Too, Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey discuss the fascinating history and rise of Disney Villains in the parks, from their early appearances to the exciting new Villains Land coming to Magic Kingdom.

They discuss how the villains have transformed from side characters to central attractions. 

What We Cover:

• The announcement of Villains Land at Magic Kingdom and what we know so far.

• Concept art and ride speculation, including a potential Maleficent roller coaster.

• How Disney is competing with Universal's Monsters Land.

• The history of Disney Villains in the parks.

• Special events like Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Villains After Hours.

• New villain merchandise, including some limited edition finds. 

• Upcoming villain-themed shows at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

• The Story Behind Cinderellas Castle Mystery Tour

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In this spellbinding episode of I Want That Too, Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey dive deep into the magical world of Hocus Pocus.

Discover the behind-the-scenes drama that almost changed the film and how it went from box office flop to a Halloween cult classic.

If you're a fan of the Sanderson Sisters or curious about Disney's decision-making, this episode is packed with must-know details!

If you love Hocus Pocus or want to know more about Disney’s journey with this iconic film, don’t miss this episode! Listen now on your

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In this episode of I Want That Too, Jim Hill shares the untold story of the Monsters Inc. coaster Disney almost built over a decade ago.

You'll learn about the original plans, why it was shelved, and what details were accidentally leaked to cast members before the official announcement.

Lauren Hersey dives into the lasting popularity of Monsters University merch, especially the famous MU hat

. If you're curious about Disney's past plans, the latest in Monsters Inc. products, and future theme-park developments, this is the episode for you!

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Long before Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Oogie Boogie Bash, Disneyland hosted an exclusive Halloween event that most fans have never heard of—Little Monsters on Main Street.

In this episode of I Want That Too, Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey dig into the history of this forgotten event, how it became a hit with cast members, and why it eventually disappeared. 

Plus, hear about the rare merchandise from the event that collectors still search for today. 

Don’t miss out on this nostalgic journey into one of Disney’s most exclusive Halloween traditions! Tune in now to hear the full story.

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 Lauren Hersey & Jim Hill start this week’s show by talking up the Halloween merch that just hit store shelves at the Disneyland Resort.

They then discuss how the success of USF’s Halloween Horror Nights led to Disney developing its own seasonal after-hours hard ticket.

Throughout this episode, listeners will learn about:

• Which “Inside Out” character is doing a meet-n-greet exclusively at the Pixar Place Hotel

• What was the original name for Universal Studios Florida’s Halloween event

• Which colors predominate with the Oogie Bash merch offered at the Disneyland Resort this year

• When did Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party debut at WDW’s Magic Kingdom

• When is “Vision Quest” (i.e., Marvel Studios’ second limited series that serves as a sequel-of-sorts to 2021’s “WandaVision”) supposed to premiere on Disney+

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 Lauren Hersey & Jim Hill start this week’s show by looking back at some of the more memorable pieces of merch offered at this year’s D23 Expo.

They then shine a spotlight on some of the books that Disney Press will be bringing to market in the coming months.

In this episode, listeners will learn about:

• When will the first “Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party” for 2024 be presented at WDW’s Magic Kingdom

• Which two feature-length films did Stephen Anderson direct for Walt Disney Animation Studios

• What phrase did Len Testa coin to describe the exhaustion that people feel whenever they wrestle with the ever-growing technical aspect of a WDW vacation

• What was the must-have collectible for Star Wars fans who attended this year’s D23 Expo

• Which once-a-box-office-flop / now-a-pop-culture-favorite Disney films from the 1990s just got its oral history published

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