WDW Radio # 746 - How Disneyland’s Origins Have Impacted Walt Disney World - From the WDW Radio Archives

With Walt Disney World's anniversary coming up on October 1... and this incredible sense of nostalgia and sentiment I have been feeling lately... it prompted my idea for this week's visit to the Archives, and this past week's LIVE show. Thank you for tuning in and being part of our WDW Radio LIVE show on Wed Sept. 20 where we boarded the Wayback Machine and took a trip down Walt Disney World's Memory Lane! We dove into some Disney nostalgia as we share memories of days gone by in Walt Disney World, and I shared a number of vintage photos from the parks... and me back in the 70's... and we all shared attractions, shows, resorts, and of course food that we remember and miss. You can watch the replay and be part of the community and conversation by going to WDWRadio.com/Video).

And that got me to thinking about the origins of Walt Disney World... and inspirations. So this week, we're going back to Show # 179 from early 2010, because Walt Disney World traces much of its roots to the original Disneyland in California, and with Walt Disney World's anniversary coming up, it’s only appropriate that we take a look at how some of Disneyland’s origins have impacted Walt Disney World. Jim Korkis joined me to share some of the true stories behind the stories, as we start in Fantasyland with Cinderella Castle and look back at exactly how and where Disneyland began. And Jim shared not just stories that have never been told before, but Walt’s own words that served as the proposal for what would be come Disneyland, and includes many amazing ideas that carried forward to become what we see today in Walt Disney World.

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WDW Radio # 745 - Inside Disney Imagineering with Former Imagineer Nick DeSomov

I sit down with former Walt Disney Imagineer Nick DeSomov as we dive into the world of groundbreaking design and technology as Nick takes us behind the scenes of creating immersive experiences at the theme parks. From his work on the Magic Telescope concept to his role in digitizing Disney characters and designing rock structures, Nick helps us explore the fascinating blend of artistry and innovation that goes into crafting the magic of Disney.WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse, or call the voicemail at 407-900-9391 (WDW1) and share your story on the show.

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WDW Radio # 744 - Destination D23 Debrief: Recap and Reflection

Destination D23 at Disney's Contemporary Resort was a weekend full of not only looking back on Disney Parks and Studios history, but a peek at what's ahead as well. This week, we'll debrief the event, recap what was announced, and reflect on what's to come... and what may not be.

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We’ll unlock the the secrets of the Disney Treasure, the newest ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet, as we discuss what we know so far, what we still have to learn, our predictions for what’s yet to be announced, and our wish lists.

WDW Radio # 743 - Your Key to the Disney Treasure: Everything You Need to Know, What We Predict, and Wish For

We'll unlock the the secrets of the Disney Treasure, the newest ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet, as we discuss what we know so far, what we still have to learn, our predictions for what's yet to be announced, and our wish lists.

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WDW Radio # 742 - 10 Questions With Former Imagineer Kevin Lively

Former Imagineer, writer, and Jungle Cruise Skipper Kevin Lively joins me again this week to share the secrets behind creating unforgettable experiences in the Disney Parks, as he shares fascinating stories and insights as he answers my 10 questions about attractions, backstories, history, and nostalgia, technology, and what's next for the Disney theme park experience.

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WDW Radio # 741 - LIVE Review of What's New at the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival

Virtually graze through EPCOT with us as we taste, rate, and review the best of the best of what's new at the 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival. We discover some of the best the Festival has to offer, including some surprising, can't-miss marketplaces and items!

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WDW Radio # 740 - The Best of the West: Our WDW Radio Adventures by Disney to Wyoming

Join us way out West this week as we gather round the campfire to recap our WDW Radio Adventures by Disney to Wyoming, and discuss not just our adventure, but break down what makes an ABD such a remarkable travel experience.

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WDW Radio # 739 - Top Ten Places We'd Love to Sleep Overnight in Walt Disney World

We're going to have some fun this week as we let our imaginations run wild and share our top ten places we'd love to sleep in overnight in Walt Disney World. Not the resorts, but attractions, buildings, scenes, and even a few places that... well... I'll let you listen and judge for yourself... AND you can share where you'd like to spend the night if you could!

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A tribute to our friend Jim Korkis, who passed away on July 28, 2023… and timing being everything, a connection to my conversation with Hoop Dee Do performer Rob Lott on Show 737.

Back on Show 376 in 2014, we looked at the history of the Hoop Dee Do Musical Revue, as we celebrated the 40th anniversary of the longest running show not just in Walt Disney World, but in all of American musical theater. We’ll look back at how the show got started, why it almost never came to be, and why it remains so fun and popular.