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#220 - Matterhorn Bobsleds from 2022-04-08T04:00:38
04/08/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the history of the Matterhorn Bobsleds attraction at Disneyland along with the changes through the years.
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Listen#219 - Test Track from 2022-04-01T04:00:54
04/01/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the history of Test Track at EPCOT from its troubled start to the current iteration of the attraction.
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03/25/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Marcy Carrier Smothers to discuss her book "Walt's Disneyland: A Walk in the Park with Walt Disney" and what to expect from Marcy next...
Listen#217 - From the Archives: New Orleans Square from 2022-03-18T04:00:44
03/18/22 - In this episode, we present an archived episode discussing New Orleans Square at Disneyland Park!
Listen#216 - Walt Disney Family Museum Happily After Hours Events from 2022-03-11T04:00:31
03/11/22 - In this episode, Michael discusses two different Walt Disney Family Museum Happily Ever After Hours events he attended featuring Leonard Maltin and Randi Hiller!
Listen#215 - The House of the Future with Dave Bossert from 2022-03-04T04:00:41
03/04/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Dave Bossert to discuss The House of the Future and the book he is working on that you can help back through IndieGoGo.
#214 - Disneyland Pack Mules and Keel Boats from 2022-02-25T04:00:25
02/25/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss two attractions from the early days of Frontierland at Disneyland - the Disneyland Pack Mules and Mark Fink Keel Boats.
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Listen#213 - World of Motion from 2022-02-18T04:00:13
02/18/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the history of another opening day EPCOT Center attraction - World of Motion!
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#212 - Voices Behind the Magic from 2022-02-11T04:00:20
02/11/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig talk to Spencer Wright, author of the book Voices Behind the Magic, about some of the celebrities that voiced the most memorable Disney characters o...
Listen#211 - Discussing Encanto&Zorro from 2022-02-04T04:00:35
02/04/22 - In this episode, Michael discusses panels he attended about Disney's Encanto as well as Zorro!
Listen#210 - Destination D23 2021 Recap Pt. 3 from 2022-01-28T04:00:09
01/28/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig finish their recap of Destination D23 2021 discussing panels on Disney+, Walt Disney World's 50th anniversary, Disney Parks music, and more!
Listen#209 - Destination D23 2021 Recap Pt. 2 from 2022-01-21T04:00:15
01/21/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue their recap of Destination D23 2021 moving into the afternoon session with panels on Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, park entertainment, and ...
Listen#208 - Destination D23 2021 Recap from 2022-01-14T04:00:22
01/14/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig recap the first morning of the first day of Destination D23 2021, which focused heavily on news from around Disney Parks, Disney Cruise Line, and more!
Listen#207 - Disney Carrousels from 2022-01-07T04:00:09
01/07/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig look at the history and uniqueness of King Arthur Carrousel at Disneyland and Prince Charming Regal Carrousel at Magic Kingdom!
Listen#206 - DIsney Parks Holiday Memories from 2021-11-26T04:00:54
11/26/21 - In this episode, Michael and Craig share their best memories from visiting Disney Parks during the holidays before reading and listening to your memories!
Listen#205 - Give Kids the World DIS Family Reunion Panels Pt. 2 from 2021-11-19T04:00:32
11/19/21 - In this episode, Michael finishes recapping the panels he attended during the Give Kids the World DIS Family Reunion focusing on Tony Baxter, Jason Surrell, and more!
Listen#204 - Interview with Tony Baxter&Jason Surrell from 2021-11-12T04:00:55
11/12/21 - In this episode, Michael has the chance to interview Disney Legend Tony Baxter and former Disney Imagineer and Author Jason Surrell during the Give Kids the World DIS Fam Reunion!
Listen#203 - Give Kids the World DIS Family Reunion Panels Pt. 1 from 2021-11-05T04:00:02
11/05/21 - In this episode, Michael discusses half of the panels he was able to attend during the inaugural Give Kids the World DIS Family Reunion with special guests like Pat Sajak, Lee Cockerll, ...
Listen#202 - Haunted Mansion Tombstones from 2021-10-29T04:00:33
10/29/21 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the tombstones found at The Haunted Mansion in Disneyland and Florida and who they pay tribute to in this special Halloween episode!
Listen#201 - The Walt Disney Studios and World War 2 from 2021-10-22T04:00:10
10/22/21 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Kent Ramsey to discuss The Walt Disney Studios during World War 2 and the exhibit you can find at The Walt Disney Family Museum on the su...
Listen#200 - Your Walt Disney World Memories from 2021-10-15T04:00:41
10/15/21 - In this episode, Michael and Craig celebrate 200 episodes of Connecting with Walt by turning the show over to the listeners and share their best memories of visiting Walt Disney World!
Listen#199 - Our Thoughts on Walt Disney World's 50th Anniversary from 2021-10-08T04:00:51
10/08/21 - In this episode, Michael and Craig share their thoughts on The Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary celebration kickoff.
Listen#198 - Our Walt Disney World Memories from 2021-10-01T04:00:13
10/01/21 - In this episode, Michael and Craig share some of their fondest memories of vacationing at Walt Disney World!
Listen#197 - Claude Coats with Dave Bossert and Alan Coats from 2021-09-24T04:00:44
09/24/21 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined once again by Dave Bossert and Alan Coats just before the release of the Claude Coats book to share more stories of Walt's Imagineer!
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09/17/21 - In this episode, Michael and Craig answer your questions about Walt Disney, movies, Disney+ and more!
Listen#195 - Theme Park Question and Answer from 2021-09-10T04:00:34
09/10/21 - In this episode, Michael and Craig answer your questions about the Disney theme parks including the history of the parks, our favorites, and more!
Listen#194 - Country Bear Jamboree from 2021-09-03T04:00:34
09/03/21 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss one of the opening day Magic Kingdom attractions that is still beloved to this day - Country Bear Jamboree!
ListenConnecting with Walt is Returning on September 3! from 2021-08-06T04:00:47
08/06/21 - Connecting with Walt is coming back! We are currently preparing for the next round of episodes to be released and they will debut on September 3rd! We are moving to a season format where...
ListenConnecting with Walt Announcement from 2021-05-28T04:00:46
05/28/21 - Hello, Connecting with Walt listeners! It's been a bit, but we wanted to give you an update on the status of the show and we'll see you real soon!
Listen#193 - The Making of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Pt. 4 from 2021-04-23T04:00:34
04/23/21 - In this episode, Michael and Craig finish their discussion on the making of Walt Disney's Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs along with the reaction to the movie and its legacy!
Listen#192 - The Making of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Pt. 3 from 2021-04-16T04:00:07
04/16/21 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are once again discussing the making of Walt Disney's Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, including a deeper look at the animation process with some of th...
Listen#191 - Theme Park Talks from 2021-04-09T04:00:32
04/09/21 - On this episode, Michael recaps multiple theme park panels he's attended over the years that give a deeper insight into the theme parks and Walt Disney Imagineering!
Listen#190 - The Making of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Pt. 2 from 2021-04-02T04:00:54
04/02/21 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue their discussion on the making of Walt Disney's Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs!
Listen#189 - The Making of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Pt. 1 from 2021-03-26T04:00:22
03/26/21 - In this episode, Michael and Craig begin their discussion on the making of Walt Disney's Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs!
Listen#188 - MouseAdventure from 2021-03-19T04:00:18
03/19/21 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Mary Jo and the team behind MouseAdventure two discuss the part-scavenger hunt, part-road rally, part-trivia challenge competition perfec...
Listen#187 - Mars and Beyond from 2021-03-12T10:33:57
03/12/21 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue their discussion on the "Man in Space" television series by discussing the "Mars and Beyond" episode!
Listen#186 - Les Clark Pt. 2 from 2021-03-05T04:00:50
03/05/21 - In this episode, Michael and Craig wrap up their discussion on Les Clark, one of the most important animators of Disney's Nine Old Men.
Listen#185 - Les Clark Pt. 1 from 2021-02-26T04:00:07
02/26/21 - In this episode, Michael and Craig begin their discussion on Les Clark, one of the most important animators of Disney's Nine Old Men.
Listen#184 - Mission: SPACE from 2021-02-19T04:00:09
02/19/21 - In this episode, Michael and Craig look at the history of Mission: SPACE, how it could've been a different attraction entirely, and how it's changed over the years!
Listen#183 - Finding the Walt Disney Package Films in Walt Disney World from 2021-02-12T04:00:41
02/12/21 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue their celebration of Walt Disney World by discussing the Walt Disney Animation package films and where you can find references to them at Walt...
Listen#182 - Discovery Island from 2021-02-05T04:00:20
02/05/21 - In this episode, Michael and Crag take a look at the history of Discovery Island, the abandoned island in Walt Disney World that was once a unique attraction!
Listen#181 - The History of Donald Duck Pt. 3 from 2021-01-29T04:00:17
01/29/21 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue their discussion on the history of Donald Duck, but this time they are digging into Donald's family!
Listen#180 - The History of Donald Duck Pt. 2 from 2021-01-22T04:00:04
01/22/21 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue their series on the history of Donald Duck by going a bit more in depth on the shorts, movies, and television shows he's been featured in!
Listen#179 - The History of Donald Duck Pt. 1 from 2021-01-15T04:00:22
01/15/21 - In this episode, Michael and Craig begin their series on the history of Donald Duck by taking a brief look at the career of everyone's favorite temperamental bird!
Listen#178 - Mr. Toad's Wild Ride from 2021-01-08T04:00:37
01/08/21 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the history of Mr. Toad's Wild Ride, the different versions of it throughout the years at Disneyland and Walt Disney World, plus more!
Listen#177 - Disney+&Hulu Holiday Film Picks from 2020-12-18T04:00:32
12/18/20 - In the final episode of Connecting with Walt for 2020, Michael and Craig each share 5 movies and shorts they enjoy watching on Disney+ and Hulu!
Listen#176 - Holiday Magic at the Disney Parks from 2020-12-11T04:00
12/11/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig chat with Becky Cline, Graham Allan, and Charlie Price, co-authors of Holiday Magic at the Disney Parks, which compiles almost 1,900 photographs from D...
Listen#175 - D23's Fantastic Worlds Recap from 2020-12-04T04:00:36
12/04/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig recap the different video panels released during D23's special week of Fantastic Worlds!
Listen#174 - Disneyneverland: Walt's Early Plans from 2020-11-20T04:00
11/20/20 - In this episode, Michale and Craig go into Disneyneverland to talk about three abandon projects at Disneyland - International Street, Liberty Street, and Edison Square.
Listen#173 - Horizons Pt. 2 from 2020-11-13T04:00
11/13/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue their discussion about the EPCOT Center attraction Horizons by going through what it was like experiencing the attraction!
Listen#172 - Disney Question&Answer from 2020-11-06T04:00
11/06/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig answer your questions about Walt Disney, movies, and more!
Listen#171 - A Disney Halloween with Jim Korkis from 2020-10-30T04:00
10/30/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Jim Korkis to discuss the spookier side of Disney and stories you can read in Jim's newest book - The Vault of Walt: Halloween Edition.
Listen#170 - Celebrating the Haunted Mansion with Jeff Baham from 2020-10-23T04:00
10/23/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Jeff Baham, founder of Doombuggies.com, TellNoTales.com, and Mousestalgia, to discuss stories about The Haunted Mansion!
Listen#169 - Theme Park Questions&Answers from 2020-10-16T04:00
10/16/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig answer your theme park related questions discussing background music, attractions that need plussed, and more!
Listen#168 - Carolwood Conversations from 2020-10-09T04:00
10/09/20 - In this episode, Michael shares stories he learned from Carolwood Conversations hosted by the Carolwood Society, plus we read your emails and more!
Listen#167 - Horizons Pt. 1 from 2020-10-02T04:00
10/02/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig start their discussion on the classic EPCOT Center attraction, Horizons, by going over the history behind the creation of the ride!
Listen#166 - Man and the Moon from 2020-09-25T04:00
09/25/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue their discussion on the "Man in Space" tv series by talking about the "Man and the Moon" episode!
Listen#165 - Walt Disney Family Museum Virtual Panels Pt. 3 from 2020-09-18T04:00
09/18/20 - In this episode, Michaels tells us about more of the panels he has attended as part of the Walt Disney Family Museum virtual series, including insight about Kirk Wise, Gary Trousdale, Br...
Listen#164 - 3D Disneyland with Dave Bossert from 2020-09-11T04:00
09/11/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined once again by author Dave Bossert to discuss his latest book "3D Disneyland" and discuss some of the attractions, shops, and theming that is...
Listen#163 - Interview with "Howard" Director Don Hahn from 2020-09-04T04:00
09/04/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Don Hahn to discuss his latest documentary "Howard" about the life of Howard Ashman - the lyricist behind The Little Mermaid, Beauty and ...
Listen#162 - Man in Space from 2020-08-28T04:00
08/28/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the Disneyland TV episode "Man in Space" including a breakdown of the episode, the problematic appearance of Wernher Von Braun and others, plus...
Listen#161 - Walt Disney Family Museum Virtual Panels Pt. 2 from 2020-08-21T04:00
08/21/20 - In this episode, Michaels tells us about more of the panels he has attended as part of the Walt Disney Family Museum virtual series, including insight about The Wonderful Women in Disney...
Listen#160 - From the Archives: The World's Fair from 2020-08-14T04:00
08/14/20 - In this episode, we present an archived episode discussing Walt Disney and the World's Fair!
Listen#159 - Ward Kimball Pt. 3 from 2020-08-07T16:00:15
08/07/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by author and podcaster Todd James Pierce to finish their discussion on Disney Legend Ward Kimball!
Listen#158 - Ward Kimball Pt. 2 from 2020-07-31T04:00
07/31/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by author and podcaster Todd James Pierce to continue their discussion on Disney Legend Ward Kimball!
Listen#157 - Ward Kimball Pt. 1 from 2020-07-24T04:00
07/24/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by author and podcaster Todd James Pierce to discuss Disney Legend Ward Kimball!
Listen#156 - Planning a Day at Disneyland (1977) from 2020-07-17T04:00
07/17/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Legacy Disneyland Edition member Tony to plan a day at Disneyland in 1977 using an ABCDE Ticket Book!
Listen#155 - Walt Disney Family Museum Virtual Panels Pt. 1 from 2020-07-10T04:00
07/10/20 - In this episode, Michael tells us about some of the panels he has attended as part of the Walt Disney Family Museum virtual series, including stories from Bob Gurr, Dave Goelz and Don Hahn!
Listen#154 - Peter Pan's Flight from 2020-07-03T04:00
07/03/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig look at the history of Peter Pan's Flight and then discuss the differences in the attraction throughout the years and at the different Disney parks!
Listen#153 - Silly Symphonies Pt. 3 from 2020-06-26T04:00
06/26/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig finish their discussion about Walt Disney's Silly Symphonies for now by talking about another five of their favorite cartoons!
Listen#152 - Silly Symphonies Pt. 2 from 2020-06-19T04:00
06/19/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue their discussion about Walt Disney's Silly Symphonies by talking about five of their favorite cartoons!
Listen#151 - Silly Symphonies Pt. 1 from 2020-06-12T04:00
06/12/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig begin their discussion about Walt Disney's Silly Symphonies including the history behind the shorts and some of the most important cartoons in the series.
Listen#150 - Body Wars, Cranium Command&The Making of Me from 2020-06-05T04:00
06/05/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue their discussion on Wonders of Life by going into further detail on Body Wars, Cranium Command, and The Making of Me!
Listen#149 - Wonders of Life from 2020-05-29T04:00
05/29/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig begin their discussion about Wonders of Life starting with a history of the pavilion and an overview of what was inside from the day it opened its door...
Listen#148 - Disney Books&Mousellaneous Q&A from 2020-05-22T04:00
05/22/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue answering your questions about the best Disney books to pick up, those that you should avoid, along with other mousellaneous topics!
Listen#147 - Walt Disney, Imagineering, Movie and Broadway Questions&Answers from 2020-05-15T04:00
05/15/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue answering your questions focusing on Walt, Walt Disney Imagineering, Walt Disney Studios films, and Disney Theatrical Productions!
Listen#146 - Disney Theme Park Questions&Answers from 2020-05-09T04:00
05/09/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig answer your Disney theme park related questions!
Listen#145 - Connecting with Walt in Southern California Pt. 5 from 2020-05-01T04:00
05/01/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Mary Jo from the DIS Unplugged: Disneyland Discussion to finish their discussion on how you can connect with Walt in Southern California ...
Listen#144 - Connecting with Walt in Southern California Pt. 4 from 2020-04-24T04:00
04/24/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Mary Jo from the DIS Unplugged: Disneyland Discussion to continue their discussion on how you can connect with Walt in Southern Californ...
Listen#143 - Connecting with Walt in Southern California Pt. 3 from 2020-04-17T04:00
04/17/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Mary Jo from the DIS Unplugged: Disneyland Discussion to continue their discussion on how you can connect with Walt in Southern Californi...
Listen#142 - From the Archives: The First Decade from 2020-04-10T04:00
04/10/20 - In this episode, we present an archived episode discussing the first Decade of Disneyland!
Listen#141 - From the Archives: Disneyland Hotel Pt. 2 from 2020-04-03T04:00
04/03/20 - In this episode, Craig presents an archived episode discussing the history of the Disneyland Hotel with historian Don Ballard who quite literally wrote the book on the Disneyland Hotel!
Listen#140 - From the Archives: Disneyland Hotel Pt. 1 from 2020-03-27T04:00
03/27/20 - In this episode, Craig presents an archived episode discussing the history of the Disneyland Hotel with historian Don Ballard who quite literally wrote the book on the Disneyland Hotel!
Listen#139 - From the Archives: The First Year from 2020-03-20T04:00
03/20/20 - In this episode, Craig presents an archived episode discussing the first year of Disneyland and how it recovered from its disastrous opening to become a bonafide success.
Listen#138 - From the Archives: Opening Day from 2020-03-13T04:00
03/13/20 - In this episode, Craig presents an archived episode discussing the opening day madness and mayhem of Disneyland Park!
Listen#137 - From the Archives: Building the Magic from 2020-03-06T04:00
03/06/20 - In this episode, Craig presents an archived episode discussing the construction of Disneyland Park!
Listen#136 - From the Archives: Walt's Idea from 2020-02-28T04:00
02/28/20 - In this episode, Craig presents an archived episode discussing the origins of Disneyland starting with Walt's original idea for a park!
Listen#135 - Connecting with Walt in Southern California Pt. 2 from 2020-02-21T04:00
02/21/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Mary Jo from the DIS Unplugged: Disneyland Discussion to continue their discussion on how you can connect with Walt in Southern Californi...
Listen#134 - Connecting with Walt in Southern California Pt. 1 from 2020-02-14T04:00
02/14/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Mary Jo from the DIS Unplugged: Disneyland Discussion to discuss how you can connect with Walt in Southern California by visiting many pl...
Listen#133 - Valentine's Day Disney+ Movies from 2020-02-07T04:00
02/07/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig share their picks for what to watch on Disney+ this Valentine's Day!
Listen#132 - Universe of Energy Pt. 2 from 2020-01-31T04:00
01/31/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue their look at Universe of Energy by hopping on the original version of the attraction along with the following versions before closing its doo...
Listen#131 - Universe of Energy Pt. 1 from 2020-01-24T04:00
01/24/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue their series on Epcot by looking at the history and construction of Universe of Energy!
Listen#130 - Planning a Day at Disneyland (1967) from 2020-01-17T04:00
01/17/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Legacy Disneyland Edition member Tony to plan a day at Disneyland in 1967 using an ABCDE Ticket Book!
Listen#129 - Snow White's Scary Adventures from 2020-01-10T04:00
01/10/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the history of Snow White's Scary Adventures as well as the different versions of the attraction seen in Disney Parks around the world!
Listen#128 - Our Christmas Special with Dave Bossert from 2019-12-20T04:00
12/20/19 - In our very special Christmas episode, we discuss Disney and Christmas once again to celebrate the end of our season, but this time with celebrated author and great friend to the show - ...
Listen#127 - Disney Questions and Answers from 2019-12-13T04:00
12/13/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig answer your general Disney questions about Walt Disney, Disney movies, and more!
Listen#126 - Disney Theme Park Questions&Answers from 2019-12-06T04:00
12/06/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig answer your Disney theme park related questions!
Listen#125 - Craig's Disney+ Picks from 2019-11-22T04:00
11/22/19 - In this episode, Craig shares the top ten shows and movies he was excited to watch first on Disney+!
Listen#124 - Michael's Disney+ Picks from 2019-11-15T04:00
11/15/19 - In this episode, Michael shares the top ten shows and movies he was excited to watch first on Disney+!
Listen#123 - Parc Walt Disney Studios&Disneyland Paris Dining from 2019-11-08T04:00
11/08/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig take you on a tour of Parc Walt Disney Studios at Disneyland Paris, sharing their thoughts and insight, before discussing shopping and dining at Disney...
Listen#122 - Parc Disneyland at Disneyland Paris from 2019-11-01T04:00
11/01/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig take you on a tour of Parc Disneyland (Disneyland Park) at Disneyland Paris, while sharing their thoughts and insight.
Listen#121 - Disneyland Paris Tour with an Imagineer from 2019-10-25T04:00
10/25/19 - In this episode, Michael discusses his first experience with Disneyland Paris - a tour guided by an Imagineer!
Listen#120 - Adventures by Disney London&Paris from 2019-10-18T04:00
10/18/19 - In this episode, Michael shares the first part of his Adventures by Disney London & Paris vacation with his time in London before the trip as well as the London and Paris portions of the...
Listen#119 - From the Archives: Little Golden Books&Disney: from 2019-10-11T04:00
10/11/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig present an archived episode discussing the history of Little Golden Books and Disney!
Listen#118 - From the Archives: Disneyland at 60 - Haunted Mansion from 2019-10-04T04:00
10/04/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig present an archived episode discussing the history of Haunted Mansion to celebrate the Halloween season!
Listen#117 - Treasures from the Disney Vault September 2019 Pt. 2 from 2019-09-27T04:00
09/27/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig recap the second half of the TCM Treasures from the Disney Vault lineup for September 2, including The Art of Skiing, Snowball Express, The Hockey Cham...
Listen#116 - Treasures from the Disney Vault September 2019 Pt. 1 from 2019-09-21T04:00
09/20/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig recap the first half of the TCM Treasures from the Disney Vault lineup for September 2, including Fun and Fancy Free, Donald's Tire Trouble, The Love B...
Listen#115 - D23 Expo Recap Pt. 2 from 2019-09-13T06:00
09/13/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig share their thoughts on the 2019 D23 Expo, specifically the Walt Disney Studios and Disney Parks panel!
Listen#114 - D23 Expo Recap Pt. 1 from 2019-09-06T03:00
09/06/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig share their thoughts on the 2019 D23 Expo, specifically the reservation system, Sorcerer's Pass, Disney Legends and Disney+!
Listen#113 - Pacific Northwest Mouse Meet Pt. 3 from 2019-08-30T03:00
08/30/19 - In this episode, Michael shares the second part of his experience at the 2019 Pacific Northwest Mouse Meet that featured special guests like Jeff Kurtti, Ron Clements, and Joe Rohde!
Listen#112 - Claude Coats with Alan Coats&Dave Bossert from 2019-08-16T03:00
08/16/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Dave Bossert and Alan Coats to discuss the latter's father, Claude Coats, one of Walt's most important Imagineers and the topic of Bosser...
Listen#111 - Pacific Northwest Mouse Meet Pt. 2 from 2019-08-10T03:00
08/09/19 - In this episode, Michael shares the second part of his experience at the 2019 Pacific Northwest Mouse Meet that featured special guests like Jeff Kurtti, Ron Clements, and Joe Rohde!
Listen#110 - Pacific Northwest Mouse Meet Pt. 1 from 2019-08-02T03:00
08/02/19 - In this episode, Michael shares the first part of his experience at the 2019 Pacific Northwest Mouse Meet that featured special guests like Jeff Kurtti, Ron Clements, and Joe Rohde!
Listen#109 - Andreas Deja and Mickey Mouse Pt. 2 from 2019-07-26T03:00
07/26/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue their discussion with Disney Legend Andreas Deja about Mickey Mouse and the exhibit he curated for the Walt Disney Family Museum.
Listen#108 - Andreas Deja and Mickey Mouse Pt. 1 from 2019-07-19T03:00
07/19/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig have the first half of their discussion with Disney Legend Andreas Deja about his past, Mickey Mouse, and the exhibit he curated for the Walt Disney Fa...
Listen#107 - Disneyland's Main Street Electrical Parade from 2019-07-12T03:00
07/12/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the history of Disneyland's Main Street Electrical Parade before its return to the Happiest Place on Earth!
ListenBONUS - Independence Day Movie Lineup from 2019-07-05T03:00
07/05/19 - In this bonus episode, Michael and Craig share some of their favorite patriotic Disney movies that they plan on watching over the Independence Day holiday weekend!
Listen#106 - Disneyland's Original Submarine Voyage from 2019-06-28T03:00
06/28/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig celebrate the 60th Anniversary of the "Second Opening of Disneyland" by looking at the history of the Submarine Voyage attraction!
Listen#105 - Treasures from the Disney Vault June 2019 Pt. 2 from 2019-06-21T03:00
06/21/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the second half of the TCM Treasures from the Disney Vault lineup for June 25, including The Robber Kitten, The North Avenue Irregulars, Emil a...
Listen#104 - Treasures from the Disney Vault June 2019 Pt. 1 from 2019-06-14T03:00
06/14/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the first half of the TCM Treasures from the Disney Vault lineup for June 25, including The Moon-Spinners, Bone Bandit and The Littlest Horse T...
Listen#103 - Mickey Mania Pt. 3 from 2019-06-07T03:00
06/07/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue their discussion on Phase One of Mickey Mouse's career by looking at some of his biggest shorts like "The Band Concert" and "The Brave Little ...
Listen#102 - Bob Gurr Answers Your Questions Pt. 3 from 2019-05-24T03:00
05/24/19 - In this very special episode, Disney Legend Bob Gurr returns to the show to answer more of your questions!
Listen#101 - Bob Gurr Answers Your Questions Pt. 2 from 2019-05-17T03:00
05/17/19 - In this very special episode, Disney Legend Bob Gurr returns to the show to answer more of your questions!
Listen#100 - Bob Gurr Answers Your Questions Pt. 1 from 2019-05-10T03:00
05/10/19 - In this very special episode, Disney Legend Bob Gurr returns to the show to answer your questions!
Listen#099 - Planning a Day at Disneyland (1959) from 2019-05-03T09:55:02
05/03/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Legacy Disneyland Edition member Tony to plan a day at Disneyland in 1959 using an ABCDE Ticket Book!
Listen#098 - Spaceship Earth Pt. 3 from 2019-04-26T03:00
04/26/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue their discussion of Spaceship Earth by riding through the changes made to Spaceship Earth over the years and looking towards the future!
Listen#097 - Spaceship Earth Pt. 2 from 2019-04-19T03:00
04/19/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue of their discussion of Spaceship Earth by taking a ride on the original version of the attraction!
Listen#096 - Disney Questions and Answers from 2019-04-12T03:00
04/12/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig answer your general Disney questions about Walt Disney, Disney movies, and more!
Listen#095 - Disney Theme Park Questions&Answers from 2019-04-05T03:00
04/05/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig answer your questions about Disneyland, Walt Disney World, and Disney Parks around the world!
Listen#094 - From the Archives: Disneyland Ladies Show with Carol Bowling from 2019-03-29T06:00
03/29/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig pay tribute to Michael's wife Carol by sharing the debut episode of the Ladies Show that used to air on the Disneyland Edition podcast!
Listen#093 - Treasures from the Disney Vault March 2019 Pt. 2 from 2019-03-22T03:00
03/22/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the second half of the TCM Treasures from the Disney Vault lineup for March 25, including Country Cousin, The Wild Country, Cheetah, Benji the ...
Listen#092 - Treasures from the Disney Vault March 2019 Pt. 1 from 2019-03-08T03:00
03/08/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the first half of the TCM Treasures from the Disney Vault lineup for March 25, including Elmer Elephant, The African Lion, Charlie The Lonesome...
Listen#091 - From the Archives: Disney Family of Wines from 2019-03-01T03:00
03/01/19 - In this episode, we present an episode from the archives where Michael and the Disneyland team discuss the Disney Family of Wines!
Listen#090 - Remembering Dave Smith with Jim Korkis from 2019-02-22T03:00
02/22/19 - In this episode, we are joined by Jim Korkis to discuss the legacy of Disney Legend and founder of the Archives - Dave Smith.
Listen#089 - Remembering Ron Miller from 2019-02-15T03:00
02/15/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig spend time discussing the life and legacy of Disney Legend Ron Miller - former Disney CEO and Walt's son-in-law.
Listen#088 - Disney Family History: Walt in Chicago from 2019-02-08T03:00
02/08/19 - In this episode, Michael discusses a recent presentation from the Walt Disney Family Museum hosted by Becky Cline and the owners of Walt Disney's Birthplace about Walt's time spent in Ch...
Listen#087 - Planning a Day at Magic Kingdom (1971) from 2019-02-01T03:00
02/01/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig look at Magic Kingdom in 1971 and plan a day at the park using a ticket book just like you'd purchase at the park!
Listen#086 - Spaceship Earth Pt. 1 from 2019-01-25T03:00
01/25/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue their look at Epcot by discussing the construction of Spaceship Earth!
Listen#085 - Beyond the Wisdom of Walt from 2019-01-18T03:00
01/18/19 - In this episode, Michael sits down once again with author Jeff Barnes to discuss his book "Beyond the Wisdom of Walt" and how the lessons and stories contained can help you start off the...
Listen#084 - The Vault of Walt: Christmas Edition with Jim Korkis from 2018-12-21T03:00
12/21/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Jim Korkis to dig into some of the stories in his book "The Vault of Walt: Christmas Edition" in celebration of the holiday season!
Listen#083 - Kem Weber: Mid-Century Furniture Designs for the Disney Studios with Dave Bossert from 2018-12-14T03:00
12/14/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Dave Bossert to discuss his latest book - "Kem Weber: Mid-Century Designs for the Disney Studios"!
Listen#082 - Destination D 2018 Recap Part 2 from 2018-12-07T03:00
12/07/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig finish their recap of Destination D 2018 with the panels about Mickey Mouse, the theme parks, and more!
Listen#081 - Destination D 2018 Recap Part 1 from 2018-11-30T03:00
11/30/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig begin to recap Destination D 2018 by starting with the panels that celebrated the legacy of Mickey Mouse!
Listen#080 - Mickey Mania Pt. 2 from 2018-11-16T03:00
11/16/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue their series on Mickey Mouse with Mickey Mania and the original Mickey Mouse Club!
Listen#079 - Disney Questions and Answers from 2018-11-09T03:00
11/09/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig answer your general Disney questions about Walt Disney, Disney movies, and more!
Listen#078 - Disney Theme Park Questions&Answers from 2018-11-02T03:00
11/02/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig answer your questions about Disneyland, Walt Disney World, and Disney Parks around the world!
Listen#077 - Halloween at Hong Kong Disneyland from 2018-10-26T03:00
10/26/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by special correspondent Hadrian to discuss the Halloween offerings available at Hong Kong Disneyland!
Listen#076 - Halloween at Shanghai Disneyland from 2018-10-19T03:00
10/19/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by special correspondent Hollie to discuss the Halloween offerings available at Shanghai Disneyland!
Listen#075 - EPCOT: A Dream Re-Imagined from 2018-10-12T03:00
10/12/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig begin their series on EPCOT and its transition from the City of the Future to a theme park!
Listen#074 - Treasures from the Disney Vault October 2018 Pt. 2 from 2018-10-05T03:00
10/05/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the first half of the TCM Treasures from the Disney Vault lineup for October 15, including The Black Hole, Pluto's Sweater, The Cat From Outer ...
Listen#073 - Treasures from the Disney Vault October 2018 Pt. 1 from 2018-09-28T03:00
09/28/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the first half of the TCM Treasures from the Disney Vault lineup for October 15, including Magician Mickey, Bedknobs & Broomsticks and Flight o...
Listen#072 - Mickey Mania Pt. 1 from 2018-09-14T03:00
09/14/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue their series on Mickey Mouse with Mickey Mania and the first products released featuring Mickey Mouse!
Listen#071 - Interview with Michael Broggie Pt. 2 from 2018-09-07T03:00
09/07/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue their discussion with Michael Broggie, a Disney historian, author, and the son of Roger E. Broggie.
Listen#070 - Interview with Michael Broggie from 2018-08-31T03:00
08/31/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig have a discussion with Michael Broggie, a Disney historian, author, and the son of Roger E. Broggie.
Listen#069 - Sailing Ship Columbia 60th Anniversary from 2018-08-24T03:00
08/24/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig celebrate the Sailing Ship Columbia during its 60th anniversary at Disneyland!
Listen#068 - Pinocchio's Daring Journey 35th Anniversary from 2018-08-17T03:00
08/17/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss Pinocchio's Daring Journey to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the attraction at Disneyland!
Listen#067 - Planning a Day at Disneyland (1958) from 2018-08-10T03:00
08/10/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Legacy Disneyland Edition member Tony to plan a day at Disneyland in 1958 using an ABCD Ticket Book!
Listen#066 - Mickey Mouse: From Steamboat Willie to Fantasia (Part 1) from 2018-08-03T03:00
08/03/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig start their look at the four phases of Mickey Mouse with phase one, which takes place from Steamboat Willie to Fantasia!
Listen#065 - Tokyo Disneyland 35th Anniversary from 2018-07-27T03:00
07/27/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined once again by listener Emil to discuss Tokyo Disneyland's 35th Anniversary Celebration and the future of the resort!
Listen#064 - D23 Expo 2018 Japan from 2018-07-20T03:00
07/20/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by a special guest to have a brief discussion about the D23 Expo that took place in Japan in late Winter 2018!
Listen#063 - Don Hahn and the Nine Old Men from 2018-07-13T03:00
07/13/18 - In this special episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Don Hahn, producer of "Beauty and the Beast" and "The Lion King", to discuss and share stories about the Nine Old Men exhibit at ...
Listen#062 - Disney Parks Questions and Answers from 2018-07-06T03:00
07/06/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig answer your questions about the Disney theme parks and resorts!
Listen#061 - Questions and Answers from 2018-06-29T03:00
06/29/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig answer your questions about Walt, Disney movies, and more!
Listen#060 - Finding Disney in Italy + Disneyland Paris from 2018-06-15T06:00
06/15/18 - In this episode, Craig shares the little touches of Disney he was able to find in Italy before giving a report on his trip to Disneyland Paris!
Listen#059 - Interview with Jeff Kurtti from 2018-06-08T03:00
06/08/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by author Jeff Kurt to discuss his book "Travels with Walt Disney" and so much more!
Listen#058 - Disneyland of our Dreams Part 2 from 2018-06-01T03:00
06/01/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig do a bit of imagineering as they build the Disneyland of their Dreams!
Listen#057 - Disneyland of our Dreams Part 1 from 2018-05-25T03:00
05/25/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig do a bit of imagineering as they build the Disneyland of their Dreams!
Listen#056 - Wisdom of Walt from 2018-05-18T03:00
05/18/18 - In this episode from the archives, Michael chats about Walt Disney with author Jeff Barnes.
Listen#055 - Eat Like Walt with Marcy Smothers from 2018-05-11T03:00
05/11/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by special guest Marcy Smothers to discuss "Eat Like Walt" - her book that is now available at Disney Parks and Amazon!
Listen#054 - 60 Years of Disneyland: The New Millennium (2000-2005) Part 4 from 2018-05-04T03:00
05/04/18 - In this episode, Michael continues his 60 Years of Disneyland series, this time discussing the years 2000 through 2005!
Listen#053 - 60 Years of Disneyland: The New Millennium (2000-2005) Part 3 from 2018-04-27T06:00
04/27/18 - In this episode, Michael continues his 60 Years of Disneyland series, this time discussing the years 2000 through 2005!
Listen#052 - 60 Years of Disneyland: The New Millennium (2000-2005) Part 2 from 2018-04-20T03:00
04/20/18 - In this episode, Michael continues his 60 Years of Disneyland series, this time discussing the years 2000 through 2005!
Listen#051 - 60 Years of Disneyland: The New Millennium (2000-2005) Part 1 from 2018-04-13T03:00
04/13/18 - In this episode, Michael continues his 60 Years of Disneyland series, this time discussing the years 2000 through 2005!
Listen#050 - Disney Music: The Soundtrack of Our Lives from 2018-04-08T00:23:42
04/06/18 - In this archived episode, Michael is joined by Tom Bell and Chris Lyndon to discuss Disney music!
ListenBONUS - Craig Meets Topolino from 2018-03-22T22:00:12
03/23/18 - In this episode, Michael shares some of the history behind Mickey Mouse in Italy!
Listen#049 - Questions and Answers from 2018-03-16T03:00
03/16/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig answer more of your Walt Disney and theme park questions!
Listen#048 - MouseAdventure at The Walt Disney Family Museum from 2018-03-09T03:00
03/09/18 - In this episode, Michael and Mary Jo discuss their recent experience participating in the MouseAdventure quest-based game at The Walt Disney Museum!
Listen#047 - Treasures from the Disney Vault Spring 2018 from 2018-03-02T03:00
03/02/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the films and shorts airing during the next round of Treasures from the Disney Vault on TCM airing March 29, 2018!
Listen#046 - The Hall of Presidents from 2018-02-23T03:00
02/23/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig look at the history of The Hall of Presidents in Liberty Square at Magic Kingdom.
Listen#045 - Walt Disney's Olympics from 2018-02-16T03:00
02/16/18 - In this episode, we share an episode from the archives about Walt Disney's involvement in the 1960 Winter Olympics!
Listen#044 - Interview with Jim Korkis Part 2 from 2018-02-09T03:00:39
02/09/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Disney Historian Jim Korkis to hear more about his story as well as his new book, Call Me Walt!
Listen#043 - Interview with Jim Korkis Part 1 from 2018-02-02T03:00:36
02/02/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Disney Historian Jim Korkis to hear more about his story as well as his new book, Call Me Walt!
Listen#042 - Tomorrowland Part 2 from 2018-01-26T03:00:37
01/19/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss Tomorrowland at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom!
Listen#041 - Tomorrowland Part 1 from 2018-01-22T15:06:36
01/19/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss Tomorrowland at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom!
Listen#040 - Eyvind Earle from 2018-01-12T03:00:35
01/12/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the life and legacy of Disney Legend Eyvind Earle.
Listen#039 - Question&Answer from 2018-01-05T03:00:39
01/05/18 - In this episode, Michael and Craig answer the questions you sent in, plus they deliver what happened this week in Disney history!
Listen#038 - Tokyo&China from 2017-10-27T21:44:13
10/27/17 - In this episode, Michael shares his experience at Tokyo Disneyland, Tokyo DisneySea, as well as his China Adventures by Disney trip taking him from Hong Kong Disneyland to Shanghai Disne...
ListenBONUS - Walt Disney Studios&World War II from 2017-10-20T17:18:53
11/27/14 - Michael Bowling has the first part of his chat with historian and author David Lesjak about the Walt Disney Studio’s involvement in World War II.
ListenBONUS - Hyperion Studios with David Lesjak from 2017-10-20T17:16:13
05/09/13 - Michael Bowling chats with historian David Lesjak about Walt Disney's Hyperion Studios.
Listen#037 - Walt Disney’s Wartime Service in World War I from 2017-10-20T12:17:20
10/20/17 - In this episode, Disney historian and author David Lesjak join Michael and Craig to talk about Walt Disney's wartime service during World War I.
Listen#036 - A Tribute to Marty Sklar from 2017-10-06T12:00:34
10/06/17 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Disney Historian Jim Korkis to discuss the life of Disney Legend Marty Sklar.
ListenBONUS - Treasures from the Disney Vault Fall 2017 Preview from 2017-09-06T13:48
09/11/17 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss and preview the movies, shorts, and specials being shown during the September 11, 2017 airing of Treasures from the Disney Vault on Turner Clas...
Listen#034 - Interview with Bob Gurr from 2017-07-21T22:25:58
07/21/17 - In this episode, Michael and Craig have a lengthy discussion with Disney Legend and former Imagineer Bob Gurr - if you've ridden in a vehicle at Disneyland, chances are he designed it!
Listen#035 - Magic Kingdom's Liberty Square from 2017-07-21T12:12:15
07/28/17 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the history of Magic Kingdom's Liberty Square!
Listen#033 - Discovery Bay from 2017-07-14T10:58:43
07/14/16 - In this episode, Michael and Craig take you to Disneyneverland - The Disney that Never Was and discuss Tony Baxter's Discovery Bay!
Listen#032 - A Mouse is Born from 2017-07-07T22:22:42
07/07/17 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue their examination of Walt Disney’s animated films by asking the question, “Who really gave birth to Mickey Mouse?”
ListenBONUS - Treasures from the Disney Vault Summer 2017 Preview from 2017-06-01T17:01:59
06/01/17 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss and preview the movies, shorts, and specials being shown during the June 2, 2017 airing of Treasures from the Disney Vault on Turner Classic Mo...
Listen#031 - Magic Kingdom's Frontierland from 2017-04-28T12:16:35
04/28/17 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the history of Magic Kingdom's Frontierland!
Listen#030 - The Gremlins with Jim Korkis from 2017-04-21T22:50:02
04/21/17 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by special guest Jim Korkis to discuss The Gremlins, the Roald Dahl book that almost became a Disney film.
Listen#029 - Dave Bossert 'Oswald the Lucky Rabbit' Interview from 2017-04-15T00:40:06
04/14/17 - In this episode, Michael and Craig interview Dave Bossert about Oswald the Lucky Rabbit in anticipation of his new book "Oswald the Lucky Rabbit: The Search for the Lost Disney Cartoons".
Listen#028 - Disney 101: Films&Recordings from 2017-04-07T19:18:13
04/07/17 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss their favorite Disney films and recordings that are historically important for every Disney fan to watch and listen to!
Listen#027 - Magic Kingdom's Adventureland from 2017-02-03T11:37:15
02/03/17 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the history of Magic Kingdom's Adventureland!
Listen#026 - The Alice Comedies from 2017-01-20T06:25:44
01/20/17 - In this episode, Michael and Craig analyze and discuss the Alice Comedies.
Listen#025 - Disney 101: Book Recommendations from 2017-01-13T11:41:15
01/13/17 - In this episode, Michael and Craig share their book recommendations for Disney history fans.
Listen#024 - Destination D: Amazing Adventures Recap from 2017-01-06T11:39:11
01/06/17 - In this episode, Michael shares his experience and stories from the 2016 D23 Destination D: Amazing Adventures event at Walt Disney World!
ListenBONUS - The Christmas Gift that Changed Walt from 2016-12-24T17:38:48
12/24/16 - In this special Christmas Eve episode, Michael and Craig sit with Jim Korkis to hear the story of the one Christmas gift that truly changed Walt Disney's life.
ListenBONUS - Walt Disney&Christmas with Jim Korkis from 2016-12-23T14:11:10
12/23/16 - In this special holiday episode of Connecting with Walt, Michael and Craig sit with Disney historian Jim Korkis to discuss the history behind Walt Disney's attachment to Christmas.
Listen#023 - Interview with Floyd Norman from 2016-10-28T11:25:41
10/28/16 - In this episode, we chat with Disney and animation legend Floyd Norman about his life, career, and new documentary, "Floyd Norman: An Animated Life."
Listen#022 - Walt Disney's First Studio - Laugh-O-Gram Studio from 2016-10-21T16:15:11
10/21/16 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss Walt Disney's first studio - Laugh-O-Gram.
Listen#021 - Marceline, Missouri: Where Walt’s Dreams Began from 2016-10-14T17:15:44
10/14/16 - In this episode, Michael and Craig explore Marceline, Missouri and discuss the impact it had on the life of Walt Disney.
Listen#020 - Magic Kingdom's Fantasyland from 2016-10-07T17:16:01
10/07/16 - In this episode, Michael and Craig examine the history of Magic Kingdom's Fantasyland!
Listen#019 - Connecting with Walt - We're Walking Right Down the Magic Kingdom's Main Street U.S.A. from 2016-07-24T10:46:46
07/29/16 - In the final July episode of Connecting with Walt, Michael and Craig take you on a tour down Main Street U.S.A. in Disney's Magic Kingdom!
Listen#018 - Connecting with Walt - Interview with Jeffrey Epstein from 2016-07-22T19:08:11
07/22/16 - In this episode, Michael and Craig interview Jeffrey Epstein - spokesperson of the D23 Fan Club.
Listen#017 - Connecting with Walt - Castles Built with Dreams from 2016-07-11T11:59:21
07/15/16 - In this episode, we talk about why Walt Disney chose to include a castle in his kingdoms and where did the Imagineers look to for inspiration in designing each castle.
Listen#016 - Connecting with Walt - The Magic Kingdom from 2016-07-08T09:48:15
07/08/16 - In this episode, we compare and contrast the layout and design of the Magic Kingdom with Walt's Disneyland. Was it made with a magical plan?
Listen#015 - Connecting with Walt - Windows on Main Street: Claude Coasts, Marc Davis, John DeCuir Jr., Bill Justice from 2016-07-01T14:55:49
07/01/16 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss Imagineers Claude Coats, Marc Davis, John DeCuir Jr., and Bill Justice, and their contributions to Walt
Listen#014 - Connecting with Walt - A Long Journey Comes to an End from 2016-04-25T11:02:53
04/29/16 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the final years of Roy O. Disney's life and the projects he was completing to honor his brother, including Walt Disney World and CalArts.
Listen#013 - Connecting with Walt - Building a Kingdom out of a Wilderness from 2016-04-18T12:39:39
04/22/16 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the initial construction phase of building the Florida Project including land preparation and deciding the Magic Kingdom park layout and attrac...
Listen#012 - Connecting with Walt - The House that Walt Built from 2016-04-11T22:57:55
04/15/16 - In a "very special episode" of Connecting with Walt, Michael and Craig take you on a tour of The Walt Disney Studio in Burbank, California and experience Walt Disney's restored office su...
Listen#011 - Connecting with Walt - Disney Legends Who Built a World from 2016-04-08T12:25:58
04/08/16 - In this episode, we bring you the history of three Disney Legends who helped build Walt Disney World - Joe Potter, Joe Fowler and Richard Irvine.
Listen#010 - Connecting with Walt - Fact or Fiction: Was Frozen Ever After Walt's Idea? from 2016-03-28T07:27:23
04/01/16 - In this episode, we trick you with an April Fool Fact or Fiction - was the Frozen Ever After attraction coming to Epcot actually Walt's idea?
Listen#009 - Connecting with Walt - Designing a Whole New World from 2016-01-25T10:19:12
01/29/16 - In this episode, we interview David Younger, author of the upcoming book "Theme Park Design" about what goes into designing a theme park and how to get involved in the process.
Listen#008 - Connecting with Walt - Up the Creek from 2016-01-18T10:53:27
01/22/16 - In this episode, we explain the significance of the Reedy Creek Improvement District.
Listen#007 - Connecting with Walt - Pursing the Dream Without the Dreamer from 2016-01-11T12:10:56
01/15/16 - In this episode, we examine how Walt Disney's passing away in December 1966 affected the creative course of the entire Disney World project.
Listen#006 - Connecting with Walt - A Lifetime Partnership from 2016-01-04T13:06:29
01/08/16 - In this episode, Michael Bowling and Craig Williams discuss the lifetime relationship between Walt and his brother Roy, paying specific attention to Roy's side of things.
Listen#005 - Connecting with Walt - The Torch is Passed On from 2015-10-26T12:30:46
10/30/15 - In this episode, Michael Bowling and Craig Williams discuss the effect Walt's passing had on the Florida Project and how it progressed with his brother, Roy O. Disney.
Listen#004 - Connecting with Walt - The Master Plan from 2015-10-20T10:00
10/23/15 - In this episode, Michael Bowling and Craig Williams discuss Walt's master plan for what The Florida Project and E.P.C.O.T. would eventually look like.
Listen#003 - Connecting with Walt - The Search Ends and the Mystery Unfolds from 2015-10-12T12:50:27
10/16/15 - In this episode, Michael Bowling and Craig Williams discuss the pressure Walt was under to move forward or reject the proposals to build another, and the 1963 plane tour of potential sit...
Listen#002 - Connecting with Walt - You Can't Top Pigs with Pigs from 2015-10-05T12:21:31
10/09/15 - In this episode, Michael Bowling and Craig Williams examine several of the offers Walt received after the opening of Disneyland to build other Disneyland's around the U.S. Also, they sha...
Listen#001 - Connecting with Walt - One Little Spark of Inspiration from 2015-10-02T12:20:51
10/02//15 - In this episode, Michael Bowling and Craig Williams discuss our current view of the future compared to Walt Disney's in order to better understand the basis for creating the Florida Pro...
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