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Periodically, we like to deep dive into both the well known and lesser known individuals who made the magic happen for Disney and played a role in the legacy of the Disney parks. This week, we are learning about  Disney legend, Claude Coats. Claude started as a background artist for Disney animation and was brought on to bring the magic to life in classic rides that we know and love today! Listen in to learn more and be able to spot the magic touches that he left behind! 

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Spirited: The Gentle Giant

Steady: The Impossible

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This week, we are traveling to outer space and exploring the cosmic battle against the evil galactic emperor Zurg in the Walt Disney World ride and its many variations across parks both domestically and internationally! Listen in as we dive into Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin and learn about the inspiration, history of it's predecessors and the journey to the fun combination of shooting gallery and dark ride we enjoy today!

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Spirited: The Galactic Hero

Steady: The Astroblast

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This week listen in to our final mini deep dive Halloween episode for the year. On October 31st 2007, a majestic oak tree in Frontierland, Disneyland, was dedicated to Ray Bradbury in honor of his friendship and contributions to Disney. While the plaque and dedication can be seen year round, Halloween is the only season that sees Bradbury's tree decorated in hand painted pumpkins and lights, known as the Halloween Tree. Join us to learn and explore the inspiration based on his book and Bradbury's friendship with Walt Disney!

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Spirited: Moundshroud's Midnight Coffee

Steady: Pipkin's Pumpkin Beer

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This week we are departing from our usual dive into park attractions, and are delving into our personal Halloween favorite, the Disney cult classic film, Hocus Pocus! Listen in as we dive into the storyline, use of state of the art technology, and practical effects that were used to create the film. While not an immediate hit, this film has since become a cult favorite and we have seen the emergence of the Sanderson Sisters in the Disney Parks today as part of the Villains cast during the Halloween season. Listen in to learn more! 

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Spirited: Dead Man's Toes-T

Steady: Mary's Bloodhound

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This week we are discussing an American folklore classic, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. Written by Washington Irving, this story inspired Walt Disney and animators to create the short film, The Adventures of Ichabod. Since then, there have been ideas to bring elements of this American classic into the Disney parks. Listen in to learn more!

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Spirited: Brom's Bramble Brew

Steady: Horseman's Harvest

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This week, we are doing a mini deep dive into the history of Halloween coming to Disney parks. Listen in to learn how a celebration that started as a one day event grew to a season long, highly anticipated holiday extravaganza!

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Spirited: The Grand Goblin

Steady: The Caramel Cauldron

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This week we are deep diving into Jess' recent adventure to the Disney Parks in Paris. We discuss the tips and tricks she found helpful, and her experiential recommendations to make magical moments for yourself and with kids. Listen in to learn more!

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Spirited: The Provincial Spritz

Surprise Spirited: The Mediterranean Spritz

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This week, we are diving into the beautiful vehicles of Main Street. Listen in as we explore Walt Disney's vision to bring turn of the century transportation to Disneyland, completing the ambience of Main Street U.S.A. Brought to life by legendary Imagineer, Bob Gurr, these iconic vehicles still carry Disney fans up and down Main Street today.

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Spirited: The Omnibus

Steady: The Jitney Julep

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This week we are deep diving into a classic Disney coaster, Space Mountain! Opening in 1975 in Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World, it was the first Disney computer operated roller coasters. It is a beloved ride that has been brought to international parks with different spins and iterations. Listen in as we dive into the development, mechanics, and story concepts for this ride through space!

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Spirited: Starfield

Steady: Go For Launch

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This week we are deep diving into the classic and nostalgic sound of Main Street U.S.A., the Dapper Dans! Listen in as we discuss some of the history of Barbershop Quartets and how this music made its way onto Main Street with the group coined by Walt Disney as 'the ambassadors of Main Street'. 

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Spirited: The Dan-Tini

Steady: The Dapper Dazzle

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