On this very special, AND very lengthy episode Alex is joined for the first time by newest co-host, Freddy Martin to discuss the amazingly rich and intricate history of Mickey's Toon Town. Join Freddy and Alex as they discuss the fantastic story that frames the narrative around that area of the park, the rise and fall of Michael Eisner, early land concepts including Roger Rabbit's Hollywood, and more! Alex even tries his hand at some armchair Imagineering at the end of the episode. It is a pleasure to have Freddy on board and we eagerly await Annie's return from the past with Dr. Sneck!

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A long time ago in a theme park far, far away... Star Tours!! Join Alex Stewart & Freddy Martin as they Jetset across time and space to share the story of one of best and long-lasting attractions in Tomorrowland at Disneyland! This is a journey you won't want to miss. We Have Merch!!Buy: WED Enterprises Inspired BSOW T-ShirtCheck Out Our Other Podcast: Did You Know DisneyOur Star Wars Themed Podcast: The Smuggler's DispatchFollow Us On Instagram: @the_backside_of_waterJoin Our Facebook Group: The Backside of WaterProduction CreditsDirected By: Alex StewartWritten By: Alex StewartSound Design and Editing By: Alex Stewart

Episode 87: Star Tours

Tis' the season for holiday cheer and ghoulish delights! On this very special episode of the Backside of Water Podcast, our hosts take a break from exploring the history of Disneyland only to find themselves in a daring journey to escape the walls of the Haunted Mansion with their very lives!! From all of us here at The Backside of Water, Happy Holidays! We wish you a blessed season of joy and a bright, hopeful new year!We Have Merch!!Buy: WED Enterprises Inspired BSOW T-ShirtCheck Out Our Other Podcast: Did You Know DisneyOur Star Wars Themed Podcast: The Smuggler's DispatchFollow Us On Instagram: @the_backside_of_waterJoin Our Facebook Group: The Backside of WaterProduction CreditsDirected By: Alex StewartWritten By: Alex StewartSound Design and Editing By: Alex Stewart

Episode 86: BSOW Radio Theater Presents: The Haunted Mansion Holiday Special

You know how a lot of podcasts say that you don't want to miss this episode? Yeah, we say that a lot too. But this time we're serious! Everybody glosses over the Astro Orbiter attraction in Tomorrowland, but to be honest, it has an amazingly rich history, an awesome story, and some really fascinating details that make it one of Disneyland's finest attractions, even if it isn't too thrilling in the traditional sense! So do yourself a favor and check out the latest episode! We Have Merch!!Buy: WED Enterprises Inspired BSOW T-ShirtCheck Out Our Other Podcast: Did You Know DisneyOur Star Wars Themed Podcast: The Smuggler's DispatchFollow Us On Instagram: @the_backside_of_waterJoin Our Facebook Group: The Backside of WaterProduction CreditsDirected By: Alex StewartWritten By: Alex StewartSound Design and Editing By: Alex Stewart

Episode 85: The Astro Orbitor

Join us as we travel To Infinity And Beyond on this adventure of galactic proportions as we explore the amazing history of Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters attraction at Disneyland! Alex Stewart, Freddy Martin, and Annie Ruygt leave no space stone unturned as they discuss the rich history of the founding and creation of Pixar, the awesome stories behind the concept for Astro Blasters, and the fascinating details behind how this seemingly run-of-the-mill attraction takes a common ride system found in theme parks all over the world and turns it on its head! This is an episode you will not want to miss!!We Have Merch!!Buy: WED Enterprises Inspired BSOW T-ShirtCheck Out Our Other Podcast: Did You Know DisneyFollow Us On Instagram: @the_backside_of_waterJoin Our Facebook Group: The Backside of WaterCheck out Cole's Amazing Podcast Right HereGalactic News PodcastProduction CreditsDirected By: Alex StewartWritten By: Alex StewartSound Design and Editing By: Alex Stewart

Episode 84: Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters

To all who come to this happy podcast, welcome!! We recorded very special episode live in front of an audience of some of the greatest people on earth in one of the greatest resorts on earth, The Hojo Anaheim, with one of the greatest guests on earth, Dusty Sage of Micechat.com!This episode revisits a topic we covered  back in March of 2020. We took the opportunity to give our listeners a voice by having them share what Disneyland means to them. During this episode, you'll hear some funny, touching, and very inspiring stories from our friends of the show!A very special thank you to Heather Rad and the whole crew over at Hojo Anaheim, our favorite place to stay when we visit the parks! They provided a lovely space for us to be able to host this event. We literally couldn't have done this without them!! Want to stay at the Hojo Anaheim? Follow our affiliate link below for details and booking information!Click Here To Check out the Hojo AnaheimFollow Dusty Sage's Happenings Here:Instagram: @the.dusty.sageMicechat Insta: @micechatWebsite: micechat.comCheck Out Our Other Podcast: Did You Know DisneyFollow Us On Instagram: @the_backside_of_waterJoin Our Facebook Group: The Backside of WaterProduction CreditsDirected By: Alex StewartWritten By: Alex Stewart & Freddy MartinSound Design and Editing By: Alex Stewart

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