The Carousel Project

Happy New Year, everyone! We don't have a full episode for you this week, but if you want to hear a little more about last week's surprise announcement and also what we're thankful for in 2021, you've come to the right place!!

Thank you for all the support!

We love you all so much!

-Josie, Kait, and Adam

Happy Holidays, everyone! We don't have a full episode for you this week, BUT if you listen to this episode you might find out a special surprise of what to expect from The Carousel Project Podcast in 2022 and beyond!

Thank you for all the support!

We love you all so much!

-Josie, Kait, and Adam

Supercalifragilisticexpiali-WELCOME to our discussion about the absolutely iconic Mary Poppins! This week Josie, Kait, and Adam dive deep into the history of Mary Poppins, from its origin as a book series to what would become Walt Disney's biggest film success of his lifetime, and of course Disney's recent additions to her legacy! Does everyone have their spoonful of sugar ready? Let's trip a little light fantastic! 

Watch MARY POPPINS on Disney+

Watch MARY POPPINS RETURNS on Disney+

New York Times Article

Maintaining the King Arthur Carrousel Antique Horses | Disneyland Resort

10 Things You Didn't Know About Mary Poppins

Recreating 1961 Disneyland for 'Saving Mr. Banks'

Behind-the-Scenes Facts About 'Mary Poppins Returns'

Emma Thompson Chinese Theatre Handprint & Footprint Ceremony

Who loved Fastpass? We loved Fastpass, and we're sure you did too! This week, Josie, Kait, and Adam explore all things Fastpass, from its origins to all the changes it went through over the last 20+ years, and of course to its present iteration in Genie+ and Lightning Lane. 

Disney's Fastpass: A Complicated History

Disney Dish Podcast - Episode 100: The guy that invented Fastpass

Disney Magic Connection

Most Disney fans LOVE the PeopleMover, but do they know the history behind it? This week, Josie, Kait, and Adam take a trip back in time to unpack the full scoop on this classic Tomorrowland attraction. From the Ford Magic Skyway at the 1964/1965 New York World's Fair to Goodyear sponsorships and a short-lived attraction replacement, we're ready to dive into the good, the bad, and the ugly. (We're looking at you, Rocket Rods!) 

Ford Magic Skyway - 1964/1965 New York World's Fair

The History of the Disneyland PeopleMover with Bob Gurr

WEDway PeopleMover - The Original EPCOT

Disney Pixar & Goodyear Commercial, 2006

Goodyear Re-Teams with Disney and Pixar to Support the Release of Cars 2

We're back with even more sitcoms visiting the Disney Parks! This week, Josie, Kait, and Adam finish up their discussion on all 13 sitcoms that have filmed episodes at the Disney parks. From Sabrina the Teenage Witch to George Lopez and Black-ish, we've got you covered!

1. "Disney World" - Sabrina the Teenage Witch

Season 2, Episode 23 - Air Date: April 24, 1998

Available to Stream on HULU

2. "George Goes To Disneyland" - George Lopez

Season 3, Episode 24 - Air Date: April 30, 2004

Available to Stream on Peacock

3. "Disneyland" - Modern Family

Season 3, Episode 22 - Air Date: May 9, 2012

Available to Stream on HULU

4. "The Wonderful World of Hecks" - The Middle

Season 5, Episode 24 - Air Date: May 21, 2014

Available to Stream on HBO Max

5. "VIP" - Black-ish

Season 3, Episode 1 - Air Date: September 21, 2016

Available to Stream on HULU

6. "Vacation" - The Goldbergs

Season 7, Episode 1 - Air Date: September 25, 2019

Available to Stream on HULU

Welcome everyone to Season THREE of The Carousel Project! This week, Josie, Kait, and Adam begin to discuss all 13 sitcoms that have filmed episodes at the Disney parks! From Full House to Boy Meets World, we've got you covered! Stay tuned for Part Two of this series next week!

1. "Two Rode Together" - The Golden Girls

Season 4, Episode 16 - Air Date: February 18, 1989

Available to Stream on HULU

2. "Of Mice and Men" - Blossom

Season 3, Episode 19 - Air Date: February 8, 1993

Available to Stream on HULU

3. "The House Meets The Mouse Part One & Part Two" - Full House

Season 6, Episodes 23 & 24 - Air Dates: May 11 & 18, 1993

Available to Stream on HBO Max

4. "We're Going To Disney World Part One & Part Two" - Family Matters

Season 6, Episodes 22 & 23 - Air Dates: April 28, 1995 & May 5, 1995

Available to Stream on HBO Max

5. "We're Going To Disney World" & "Disney World War II" - Roseanne

Season 8, Episodes 17 & 18 - Air Dates: February 20 & 27, 1996

Available to Stream on Peacock

6. "We're Going To Disney World Part One & Part Two" - Step By Step

Season 5, Episodes 22 & 23 - Air Dates: May 3 & 10, 1996

Available to Stream on HBO Max

7. "The Happiest Show on Earth" - Boy Meets World

Season 3, Episode 21 - Air Date: May 10, 1996

Available to Stream on Disney+

We're ending Season Two with an exciting moment in Disney history -- Walt Disney World's 25th Anniversary Celebration! Get ready to "Remember the Magic" with Josie, Kait, and Adam. From the many, many television specials to all of the ingredients that went into that iconic Cake Castle, The Carousel Project will cover it all! Who else is ready to party like it's 1996?

25th Anniversary VHS Commercial

WDW 25th Anniversary TV Special - Remembering The Magic

Walt Disney World's 25th Anniversary Party TV Special

25th Anniversary Vacation Planning Video

Witching You Were Here Special

WDW Rededication Ceremony - October 1, 1996

Walt Disney World Inside Out

Good Morning America Coverage

25th Anniversary TV Commercial

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If you have ever wondered what the Disney parks were like back in 1987, The Carousel Project has you covered! This week, Josie, Kait, and Adam travel all the way back to 1987 and go over vintage maps from Disneyland, Epcot, and Magic Kingdom! 

Follow along with the links posted below to see the maps discussed in the episode!

Disneyland Map from 1987

Epcot Map from 1987

Magic Kingdom Map from 1987

This week, The Carousel Project discusses the history of Disney Channel! From it's early shows in the 80s to present day, Josie, Kait, and Adam discuss everything from favorite shows, favorite DCOMs (IYKYK), and everything in between! Get your wand ready for that intro!

The Disney Channel Magazine

List of Disney Channel Original Movies

Disney Channel Games