Podcasts by The Sweep Spot
Join former Disneyland cast members Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman ,as they discuss all things Disneyland. They have had Disney Legends, Authors, podcasters former Cast members and more. Plus each episode they discuss latest Disneyland Resort news. If you like Disneyland, and want to learn insider tales, history, and great info then this is the perfect podcast for you.
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The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Resort Current Events Dec. 8, 2023 from 2023-12-09T05:50:25
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort, including the many announcements about festivals and special events for 2024, new and returning live entertainment, construct...
The Sweep Spot # 373 - Disneyland and DCA Custodian Jeremiah LeCompte - Part 2 from 2023-12-01T11:00
We welcome back Jeremiah, who worked at Disneyland and then DCA in Custodial. We worked alongside him. He has some unique stories, including about some tragic events, so listene...
The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of Nov. 22, 2023 from 2023-11-24T08:00
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort, including the fate of the Beast’s Library at DCA, the new restaurant at the new hotel, ongoing work in Mickey’s Toontown, and more! ...
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The Sweep Spot #372 - Disneyland Jungle Cruise and Big Thunder with Kipp Hart from 2023-11-17T11:00
Comedian Kipp Hart joins us to chat about his time as a Disneyland Jungle Cruise Skipper, Big Thunder ride operator, and more, ...
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The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of November 10, 2023 from 2023-11-11T05:50:25
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort, including the new Adventureland Treehouse, a major merger in the industry, and a return date for Fantasmic! Once per month, includin...
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The Sweep Spot #371 - Disneyland and DCA Custodian Jeremiah LeCompte from 2023-11-03T10:00
Jeremiah worked at Disneyland and then DCA in Custodial. We worked alongside him. He has some stories you don’t want to miss, including how he ended up in Custodial in the first place.
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The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of Oct.27, 2023 from 2023-10-28T04:46:27
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort, including the pending opening of the Adventureland Treehouse, debut of Pixar Place Hotel, the Candlelight Ceremony dates being annou...
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The Sweep Spot # 370 - Disneyland's House of the Future with Author David Bossert from 2023-10-20T10:00
Dave Bossert returns to the show to discuss the Disneyland Listen
The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of 10/13/23 from 2023-10-14T05:14:04
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort, including droids making an appearance at Galaxy’s Edge, new restaurants and entertainment at Downtown Disney, price increases, and m...
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The Sweep Spot Ep. #369 - Disneyland Haunted Mansion with Tom Morris and Jeff Baham from 2023-10-06T10:00
Tom Morris and Jeff Baham both return to the show to discuss one of the most iconic theme park experiences anywhere, The Haun...
The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Resort Current Events as 9-29-23 from 2023-09-30T04:34:13
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort, including the opening of a new section of the Disneyland Hotel, ongoing work at Mickey’s Toontown, and future plans for the Disneyla...
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The Sweep Spot #368 - Disneyland Attractions and Show Support Cast Member from 2023-09-22T19:00:12
Ryan Batcheller joins us to talk about his time at Disneyland from 1993 to 2006, during which he worked Jungle Cruise, the Rivers of America, Fantasmic! and more as a Ride Operator and...
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The Sweep Spot -Disneyland Resort Current Events as of Sept. 15, 2023 from 2023-09-16T05:08:27
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort, including progress on Resort expansion plans, concepts for a major addition to California Adventure, and so much more! Once per mont...
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The Sweep Spot #367 - An Overview of Disneyland History from 2023-09-08T18:54:40
We give a back-to-the-basics survey of Disneyland and its history. This is a great episode for people who aren’t so familiar with Disneyland history yet, and to introduce your f...
The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of 9-1-23 from 2023-09-02T05:26:50
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort, including the debut of San Fransokyo Square, changes announced for the Haunted Mansion, and more! Once per month, like with this epi...
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The Sweep Spot # 366 - Disney Parks Around the World Trip Report from 2023-08-25T18:49:57
We welcome Benji to talk about a special trip around the world he recently took, Listen
The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of August 18, 2023 from 2023-08-19T05:29:57
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort, including that Tiana’s Palace restaurant has an opening date, Avengers Campus additions, and more! Once per month, our Listen
The Sweep Spot # 365 - Disneyland Ride Operator Bobby Nove from 2023-08-11T14:45:17
We welcome former Disneyland Attractions Host Bobby Nove, who worked at the Autopia, Honey, I Shrunk the Audience, and had adventures working Guest Control.
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The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of August 4, 2023 from 2023-08-05T05:01:30
We remember our friend Jim Korkis and catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort, including Fantasmic! not returning until 2024, more restaurants serving alcohol, a settlement in ...
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The Sweep Spot # 364 - Imagineering and Disneyland with Kevin Lively from 2023-07-28T15:52:04
We welcome Show Writer Kevin Lively, who was a Jungle Cruise Skipper before working for Walt Disney Imagineering, where he did creative desi...
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The Sweep Spot Disneyland Current Events as of July 21, 2023 from 2023-07-22T03:38:27
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort, including Oogie Boogie Bash, new details about the upcoming Adventureland Treehouse, and more! Our Listen
The Sweep Spot # 363 = Working Disneyland and other Disney Destinations with Steven Riggs from 2023-07-14T15:51:06
We welcome Steven Riggs, who worked multiple roles at Disneyland and other Disney venues, including being a ride operator, vehicle driver, and stints in Entertainment.
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The Sweep Spot - Current Events as of July 7, 2023 from 2023-07-08T05:25:59
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort, including “Rogers: The Musical,” Oogie Boogie Bash ticket troubles, and more! Our Pa...
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The Sweep Spot # 362 - Disneyland Former Cast Members Sioux and Rod from 2023-06-28T13:14:56
We welcome Sioux and Rod from The Epcotian Adventure Podcast to chat about their time working at Disneyland and Walt Disney World, includ...
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The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of June 23, 2023 from 2023-06-24T04:51:37
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort, including “Rogers: The Musical” and San Fransokyo DCA, Toontown tweaks, and more! Our Listen
The Sweep Spot #361 - Disneyland Vs. Disney World from 2023-06-16T16:19:27
We welcome the gentlemen from The Supreme Resort podcast to discuss the differences between the Di...
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The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events June 9, 2023 from 2023-06-10T05:16:47
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort, including the closure of Splash Mountain, new details for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, Groot, and more! Our Listen
The Sweep Spot # 360 - Disneyland and S.E.A. with Freddy Martin from 2023-06-02T19:30:43
We welcome back communicator, strategist, and leader Freddy Martin to discuss his time as a Dis...
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The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of May 26, 2023 from 2023-05-27T04:49:28
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort, including the pending closure of Splash Mountain, Fantasmic! being dark for the summer, and more! Ken talks about Listen
The Sweep Spot - # 359 - A Tribute to Disneyland's Splash Mountain from 2023-05-19T17:30:45
We discuss the history and features of Splash Mountain at Disneyland, Ken’s first love! For even more about Splash Mountain, you can hear all about Ken’s exciting adventures during the...
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The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of May 12, 2023 from 2023-05-13T06:08:24
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort, including Disneyland Forward meetings, “Rogers: The Musical,” Fantasmic!, and more!
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The Sweep Spot #358 - Disneyland New Orleans Square with Tom Morris and Rick West from 2023-05-05T18:37:38
We welcome back Tom Morris and Rick West, theme park designers and researchers, to discuss Dis...
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The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of April 28, 2023 from 2023-04-29T05:50:24
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort, including the immolation of Murphy, a.k.a. the Malificent dragon Fantasmic! animatronic, a new window dedication, the new DVC lounge...
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The Sweep Spot # 357 - Disneyland Attendance Drivers with David Koenig from 2023-04-21T19:16:58
We welcome back author & columnist David Koenig to discuss attendance patterns at Disneyland over the decade...
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The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of April 14, 2023 from 2023-04-15T05:59:15
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort. This time we discuss a new musical coming to DCA, new details about the pending closure and overhaul of Splash Mountain, new adventu...
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The Sweep Spot # 356 - Disneyland Resort Upgrade with Mel McGowan from 2023-04-08T04:54:05
We welcome back Environmental Design expert Mel McGowan of Storyland Studios to chat about his work on the Neverland Pool at the Disneyland Ho...
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The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of March 31, 2023 from 2023-04-01T06:09:32
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort. Once per month, you can participate in a live chat as we record these episodes by joining the Listen
The Sweep Spot #355 - Disneyland 1993 from 2023-03-24T19:06:06
Continuing our popular “year” series, we look at DIsneyland as it was in 1993. Both of us were working there. Toontown was newly opened, Aladdin was making his presence known in a coup...
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The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of Mar. 17, 2023 from 2023-03-18T05:06:45
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort. Once per month, you can participate in a live chat as we record these episodes by joining the Listen
The Sweep Spot #354 - 1970s Disneyland Custodial Busser from 2023-03-10T20:27:09
We welcome John Bilka, who worked as a Custodial Busser in Disneyland in the early 1970s. He shares some great stories about Disneyland history and of working in the various din...
The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of March 3, 2023 from 2023-03-04T04:55:52
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort. Once per month, you can participate in a live chat as we record these episodes by joining the Listen
The Sweep Spot Ep. #353 -Talk with Disney Imagineer Greg Combs from 2023-02-24T20:38:54
We welcome Imagineer Set Designer Greg Combs and chat about his work at Disneyland with Walt Disney Imagineering, including Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin, the Indiana Jones Adventure, a...
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The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of Feb. 16, 2023 from 2023-02-17T20:07:03
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort. Once per month, you can participate in a live chat as we record these episodes by joining the Listen
The Sweep Spot # 352 - Disneyland's Main Street USA from 2023-02-10T20:23:20
As former Disneyland Foremen, we take a look at all aspects of Main Street from both the guest and Custodial cast member perspective. Walt Disney was brilliant to make this the ...
The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of Feb. 3, 2023 from 2023-02-04T05:03:22
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort. Once per month, you can participate in a live chat as we record these episodes by joining the Listen
The Sweep Spot #351 - Disneyland Questions Roundtable from 2023-01-27T16:51:27
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The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of Jan. 20, 2023 from 2023-01-21T07:12:13
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort. Once per month, you can participate in a live chat as we record these episodes by joining the Listen
The Sweep Spot - #350 - Early Disneyland and Imagineering with Tom Morris from 2023-01-13T20:09:56
We welcome back Tom Morris, who was an Imagineer and is researching the origins and history of Disneyland and Walt Disney Imagineering for a series of books. His ...
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The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of Jan. 6, 2023 from 2023-01-07T02:30:08
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort. Once per month, you can participate in a live chat as we record these episodes by joining the Listen
The Sweep Spot # 349 - Walt Disney’s Disneyland with Jim Korkis from 2022-12-16T20:20:10
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The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of Dec. 9, 2022 from 2022-12-10T05:16:10
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort. Once per month, you can participate in a live chat as we record these episodes by joining the Listen
The Sweep Spot #348 - Disneyland 1992 from 2022-12-02T20:13:42
We chat about what Disneyland was like in 1992, when both of us were working there. It was the year of the debut of the original Fantasmic! Toontown was preparing...
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The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of Nov. 22, 2022 from 2022-11-23T04:15:30
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort. Once per month, you can join a live chat as we record these episodes by joining the Listen
The Sweep Spot Ep. #347 - Disneyland 1982 with Michael Crawford from 2022-11-18T20:02:37
We chat about what Disneyland was like in 1982, with Progress City Radio H...
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The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of Nov. 11, 2022 from 2022-11-12T15:06:06
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort. Once per month, you can join a live chat as we record these episodes by joining the Listen
The Sweep Spot Ep. #346 - Disneyland Musician and Band Leader Kurt Curtis from 2022-11-04T19:38:01
Kurt Curtis, a Disneyland musician for almost 40 years, chats about playing live music at the Disneyland Resort, starting with the Make Believe Brass for the 1983...
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The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of Oct. 28, 2022 from 2022-10-29T03:58:59
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort. Once per month, you can join a live chat as we record these episodes by joining the Listen
The Sweep Spot Ep. #345 - Disneyland Roles with Nathan Eick from 2022-10-21T19:03:50
Nathan Eick, a Disneyland Cast Member from December 2000 to January 2022, chats about his various roles, including staffing the Disney Gallery, being a Tour Guide...
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The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of Oct.14, 2022 from 2022-10-15T04:39:45
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort. Once per month, you can join a live chat as we record these episodes by joining the Listen
The Sweep Spot Ep. #344 - Disneyland Haunted Mansion with Jeff Baham from 2022-10-07T18:57:35
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The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of Sept. 30, 2022 from 2022-10-01T03:46:38
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort. Once per month, you can join a live chat as we record these episodes by joining the Listen
The Sweep Spot Ep. #343 - Disneyland Jungle Cruise Skipper Roundtable Discussion Part 2 from 2022-09-23T18:55:06
A group of former Disneyland Jungle Cruise Skippers join us to chat about their time with the backside of water, the movie based on the attraction, and how being ...
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The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of September 16, 2022 from 2022-09-17T05:02:43
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort. Once per month, you can join a live chat as we record these episodes by joining the Listen
The Sweep Spot Ep. #342 - Disneyland Jungle Cruise Skipper Roundtable Discussion from 2022-09-06T19:19:05
A group of former Disneyland Jungle Cruise Skippers join us to chat about their time with the backside of water, the movie based on the attraction, and how being ...
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The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of September 2, 2022 from 2022-09-03T06:33
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort. Once per month, you can join a live chat as we record these episodes by joining the Listen
The Sweep Spot Ep. #341 - Disneyland Tomorrowland from 2022-08-26T18:54:16
We discuss Tomorrowland at Disneyland, including its history and how we kept it clean.
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The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of August 19, 2022 from 2022-08-20T05:01:04
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort. Once per month, you can join a live chat as we record these episodes by joining the Listen
The Sweep Spot Ep. #340 - Disneyland 1972 with Historian Jim Korkis from 2022-08-12T19:18:34
To discuss Disneyland as it was in 1972, we welcome back popular recurring guest, Listen
The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of August 5, 2022 from 2022-08-06T04:19:58
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort. Once per month, you can join a live chat as we record these episodes by joining the Listen
The Sweep Spot #339 - Disneyland Custodial Lead Jennifer "Foof" Smith from 2022-07-29T17:43:42
We welcome former Disneyland Custodial Lead Jennifer Furfaro Smith, our co-worker we affectionately knew as “Foof.” She was one of the main Leads in the early day...
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The Sweep Spot - Disneyland Current Events as of July 22, 2022 from 2022-07-23T04:37:39
We catch up on the latest at the Disneyland Resort. Once per month, you can join a live chat as we record these episodes by joining the Listen
The Sweep Spot # 338 - Disney Landscape Architect Scott Girard from 2022-07-09T16:27:07
We welcome Scott Girard, who started working on the Disneyland Monorail and Railroad before moving on to other Attractions. He went on to be an Imagineer in Lands...
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The Sweep Spot #337 - Disneyland as a Lifelong Dream with Bruce Kimbrell from 2022-06-25T04:54:43
We welcome Bruce Kimbrell, who...
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The Sweep Spot # 336 - Disneyland Custodial with Wendy James from 2022-06-11T05:26:05
We welcome Wendy James, who worked in Sweeping an Disneyland Park in the early 1990s, then returned to sweep in Disney California Adventure in the early 2000s. Pl...
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The Sweep Spot #335 - Disneyland Monorail&Imagineering with Val Usle from 2022-05-28T04:11:41
We welcome architect & author Val Usle, who was a Disneyland Monorail driver starting in 1975 until he became an Imagineer. He was involved with projects at Disne...
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The Sweep Spot Ep. #334 - Disneyland Changes with Show Writer Rick West from 2022-05-12T21:05:57
Rick West returns to chat about the changing conditions of theme park design and operation, especially at the Disneyland Resort. Rick is a Show Writer for theme p...
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The Sweep Spot # 333 - Disneyland 1962 with Jim Korkis from 2022-04-30T05:19:19
The Sweep Spot # 332 - Disneyland Trip Planning with Katie and Erin from 2022-04-16T05:26:26
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The Sweep Spot # 331 -Disneyland Ambassador 1966 Connie Swanson from 2022-04-02T04:57:47
Connie joins us to talk about being one the first Disneyland Ambassadors, being a Tour Guide, Walt Disney, and more! We also catch up on current events at the Dis...
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The Sweep Spot # 330 - Disneyland's Toontown History and More! from 2022-03-19T14:16:57
Mickey’s Toontown at Disneyland is undergoing a 30th Anniversary enhancement and expansion. We discuss the past, present, and future of Toontown, and what it was ...
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The Sweep Spot # 329 - Disneyland Ride Operator From the 70's from 2022-03-05T06:19:50
We welcome David, who was a Disneyland Attractions Host from 1970 to 1979, working many iconic attractions, some of them long gone now. We also catch up on curren...
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The Sweep Spot # 328 - Disneyland Imagineering Memories with Josh Shipley from 2022-02-19T05:58:34
We welcome theatrical actor and director, and former Imagineer Josh Shi...
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The Sweep Spot # 327 - Disneyland 1952 with Historian Jim Korkis from 2022-02-05T06:46:42
Disneyland, as a company, originated in 1952, but Disneyland as an idea existed before that, and got rejected by a city council. Historian & Listen
The Sweep Spot # 326 - Disneyland Night Custodial 1971-1984 from 2022-01-22T07:13:35
Chuck Vaughn joins us to talk about his time being an hourly cast member, and then a Supervisor, in Disneyland Night Custodial from 1971 to 1984. His stories incl...
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The Sweep Spot Mini Ep. # 35 - Fake Theme Park from 2022-01-16T23:24:48
In this mini episode of The Sweep Spot we welcome back comedian Jason Ginsburg to talk about his social media account Fake Theme Park. For more info on our show go to www.thesweepspot.com
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The Sweep Spot # 325 - From Disneyland Custodial to Disney Corporate with Tim East from 2022-01-08T05:53:12
Tim East recently retired as Executive Director, Risk Management at The Walt Disney Company, but he started in Disneyland Custodial Bussing in the fall of 1974, t...
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The Sweep Spot Mini Ep. # 34 - Christmas Musical Tour of Disneyland from 2021-12-18T17:56:56
In this mini episode we replay one of our older episodes, which was episode 198. In this episode we take a virtual tour of Disneyland during the Holidays. Lynn explains where we are and plays so...
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The Sweep Spot # 324 - Walt’s Disneyland Author Marcy Carriker Smothers from 2021-12-11T18:31:35
Marcy Carriker Smothers returns to talk about her latest book, Listen
The Sweep Spot Mini Episode # 33 - Disneyland Trip Report from 2021-12-05T16:00:03
In this mini episode Lynn talks about his most recent visit to Disneyland. This was a celebration of a Birthday! For more info on The Sweep Spot podcast go to Listen
The Sweep Spot # 323 - Disneyland 1981 from 2021-11-26T14:57:57
Our friend David Smith joins us as we discuss Disneyland as it was in 1981, 40 years ago! What was going on then? We talk about it. Plus, we catch up on current e...
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The Sweep Spot # 32 - Former Disneyland Attractions Cast Member from 2021-11-22T00:48:39
In this mini episode we talk with Former Disneyland Attractions Cast Member Andy Apodaca. Andy worked on many attractions at Disneyland from Opening crew of Indiana Jones Adventure, Opening crew...
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The Sweep Spot # 322 - Disneyland Memories with Imagineer Tim Delaney from 2021-11-13T06:38:35
We welcome back designer and former Imagineer Tim Delaney Listen
The Sweep Spot Mini Ep # 31 - Disney Assembled Podcast from 2021-11-08T01:35:15
In this mini episode Lynn talks with Troy and Mimi from the Disney Assembled Podcast about Disneyland, their podcast and more! For info. on our podcast, books, T shirts and more go to www,theswe...
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The Sweep Spot # 321 - Disneyland's Critter Country from 2021-10-30T04:51:48
Lynn and Ken discuss Critter Country at Disneyland, a unique area for Disney Parks. Plus, we catch up on current events at the Disneyland Resort, as always. Listen
The Sweep Spot Mini Ep. # 30 - Former Disneyland Ambassador from 2021-10-24T15:16:15
In this mini episode Lynn sits down with Robyn who was one of the 1997 Disneyland Ambassadors. In this discussion she talks about the whole procedure in becoming an Ambassador at Disneyland. Fro...
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The Sweep Spot # 320 - Former Bussing Cast Member of 50 Years from 2021-10-16T06:04:42
We welcome Michael Barry, who recently retired after a Disneyland career that started in 1970! We chat with him about keeping Disneyland restaurants clean, and th...
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The Sweep Spot Mini Ep. # 29 - Disneyland Tips from 2021-10-10T22:42:03
In this mini episode of The Sweep Spot Lynn talks with Teresa from the DL Weekly Podcast about her most recent Trip, and the both of them gives some tips for going to Disneyland. For more info. ...
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The Sweep Spot # 319 - Disneyland 1991 with Jim Korkis from 2021-09-30T18:24:02
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The Sweep Spot Mini Ep. # 28 - Former Disneyland Cast member from 2021-09-26T01:28:51
In this mini episode Lynn talks with former Disneyland Cast member Jim Goddard who worked in many roles in the park during the 70s, 80s and 90s. Hope you enjoy this conversation, for more info o...
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The Sweep Spot # 318 - Former Disneyland Attractions Cast member from 2021-09-18T05:34:08
We welcome back former Disneyland Ride Operator Mason to talk about his time in Tomorrowland Attractions like Submarine Voyage and the Monorail, and Westside Attr...
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The Sweep Spot Mini Ep. # 27 - Disneyland Trip Report 9/11/21 from 2021-09-13T01:46:09
In this episode Lynn talks all about his most recent trip to Disneyland, on September 11, 2021, plus with in park sounds and discussion. For our main episodes go to Listen
The Sweep Spot # 317 - Disneyland in 2001 from 2021-09-04T05:27:24
We discuss Disneyland as it was in 2001, which was 20 years ago! There was a lot going on, with Resort expansion and more! Plus, we catch up on current events at ...
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The Sweep Spot Mini Ep. # 26 - UniCon Las Vegas from 2021-08-29T17:45:54
In this Mini episode of The Sweep Spot, Lynn sits down and talks with Rob from UniCon. UniCon is a Comic Con type of event in Las Vegas October 1, 2, 3. Listen
The Sweep Spot # 316 - Former Disney Imagineer Brian Collins from 2021-08-21T02:59:34
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The Sweep Spot Mini Ep. # 25 - Former Guest Relations Cast Member from 2021-08-16T02:16:07
In this Mini Episode of The Sweep Spot podcast we welcome Former Guest Relations Cast Member Magdalena. She worked at the Disneyland Resort during some interesting times, and had some great tour...
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The Sweep Spot # 315 - Disneyland Imagineer Claude Coats Book from 2021-08-07T04:22:13
We chat with David Bossert and Listen
The Sweep Spot Mini Ep. # 24 - Disneyana Events from 2021-08-02T02:34:59
In this mini episode of The Sweep Spot podcast we welcome Nicolasa from Disneyana Fan Club to talk about the most recent events and alittle history. For more info on our past episodes and more g...
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The Sweep Spot # 314 - Disneyland's Splash Mountain Opening Day Crew from 2021-07-24T04:57:38
The Sweep Spot Ep. #314 - Disneyland’s Splash Mountain Opening Crew
We chat with three ride operator...
The Sweep Spot Mini Ep. # 23 - Disneyland Hotel Author Don Ballard from 2021-07-19T00:30:45
In this mini episode of The Sweep Spot, we welcome back author and Disneyland Hotel Historian Don Ballard. Don has several books out about the Disneyland Hotel and he is here again to tell us a ...
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The Sweep Spot # 313 - Disneyland's New Orleans Square from 2021-07-10T05:16:12
We explore New Orleans Square at Disneyland, including its history, attractions, entertainment, shops, restaurants, and how we covered it for Custodial. Plus, we ...
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The Sweep Spot Mini Ep. # 22 - Lynn's Disneyland Trip Report from 2021-07-05T02:47:44
In this mini episode of The Sweep Spot Lynn is on his way home from Disneyland heading back to Utah and talking about his most recent trip. For more info on our podcast and regular episodes visi...
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The Sweep Spot # 312 - Disneyland Ride Operator From Pirates of the Caribbean and Space Mountain from 2021-06-26T05:20:29
We chat with Caitlin Collins, who was a Disneyland Ride Operator in the mid-2000s, working at Pirates of the Caribbean, Winnie the Pooh, and Space Mountain. Plus,...
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The Sweep Spot Mini Ep. # 22 - Disneyland Drummer Jimmy Ford from 2021-06-21T02:20:16
In this mini episode of The Sweep Spot podcast Lynn talks with drummer Jimmy Ford. Jimmy has been playing drums at Disneyland since 1997. Enjoy this conversation, and learn some about Disneyland...
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The Sweep Spot # 311 - Donna's Disneyland Dispatches from 2021-06-12T14:19:14
We chat with Donna Baranyay, who worked with us in Disneyland Day Custodial. She started when she was 17 and stayed for 16 years, including many years in “Dispatc...
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The Sweep Spot Mini Episode # 21 - Former Disneyland Custodian from 2021-06-07T01:29:43
In this mini episode we welcome former Disneyland Custodian Amy Beyersdorf, to talk about her time working at Disneyland, DCA, and more! For more info on our show and books go to www.thesweepspo...
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The Sweep Spot # 310 - Adventureland In Disneyland from 2021-05-29T05:21:33
We discuss one of the original and ever-changing lands of Disneyland! What makes Adventureland so special? What was it like for us to keep Adventureland clean? Pl...
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The Sweep Spot Mini Ep. # 20 - Paul Barrie from WTTM from 2021-05-19T20:52:06
In this Mini episode, Lynn talks with podcaster Paul Barrie. Paul is one of the early Disney podcasters, and has a unique show. He walks around Disneyland recording audio, and there is much more...
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The Sweep Spot # 309 - Disneyland 1971 from 2021-05-15T06:08:53
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The Sweep Spot Mini Ep. # 19 - Disneyland Trip Report from 2021-05-10T01:32:21
In this Mini Episode of The Sweep Spot, Lynn talks with former guest and Cast member Stephanie Fix about her most recent visit to Disneyland. Up to this point Disneyland had been closed for 1 ye...
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The Sweep Spot # 308 - Disneyland Keel Boat Driver Tales from 2021-05-01T05:58:53
We cover the grand re-opening of Disneyland and catch up on what’s new at the Disneyland Resort, as always. We also welcome three Keel Boat drivers to reminisce a...
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The Sweep Spot Mini Ep. 17 - Disneyland Annual Passes from 2021-04-26T01:32:16
On this mini episode of The Sweep Spot Ken and Lynn discuss when they has annual passes and the speculation of the future for them. Learn some history about them and listen as they relive some m...
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The Sweep Spot # 307 - Former Jungle Cruise Skipper from 2021-04-17T05:14:46
We welcome former Jungle Cruise Skipper, historian, and Listen
The Sweep Spot Mini Episode 16 - Disneyland's Reopening Plans from 2021-04-13T01:34:50
In this mini episode Lynn and Erick from ConciEars talk about some of the reopening info for Disneyland, and what ConciEars Travel Partner can do for you. For info on the podcast and ConciEars v...
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The Sweep Spot # 306 - Designer and Former Disney Imagineer Tim Delaney Part Two from 2021-04-03T05:17:10
We conclude our chat with designer Tim Delaney Listen
The Sweep Spot Mini Episode 15 from 2021-03-29T19:11:15
In this mini episode Ken joins in to discuss the possible proposed changes that could come to the Disneyland Resort. These were announced last week and it is bringing much speculation. Join us f...
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The Sweep Spot # 305 - Former Disney Imagineer Tim Delaney from 2021-03-20T04:34:53
For our TENTH ANNIVERSARY episode, we chat with designer Listen
The Sweep Spot Mini Episode # 14 - Disneyland Reopening Thoughts from 2021-03-16T01:37:15
In this Mini episode of The Sweep Spot, Lynn talks about some of his thoughts on Disneyland reopening, and more. Thanks for listening and don't miss out on our main shows, every other week. For ...
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The Sweep Spot # 304 - Disneyland Hotel and Downtown Disney Discussion from 2021-03-06T05:46:22
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The Sweep Spot Mini Ep. # 13 - Being a Disneyland Custodial Lead from 2021-03-02T02:29:13
In this mini episode Lynn discusses when he became a lead in Custodial, and what that entails. Also don't forget to check out our main show on this same feed, which is every other week. For info...
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The Sweep Spot # 303 - Former Imagineer Chris Crump from 2021-02-20T02:56:47
We welcome Chris Crump, who worked on Disneyland Resort projects with Imagineering, and who got to hang out at Disneyland and WED as a boy with his father, Disney...
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The Sweep Spot Mini Episode # 12 from 2021-02-15T15:34:41
In this episode Lynn sits down to talk with Michael from ConciEars to talk about going to Walt Disney World during these times. As we think Disneyland will adapt many of the same standards we di...
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The Sweep Spot # 302 - Disneyland Night Custodial Manager Tom Theiss from 2021-02-06T07:14:41
We welcome Tom Theiss, who was a Night Custodial “Third Shift” Manager at Disneyland with 45 years as a cast member. Plus, we discuss current Disneyland Resort ev...
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The Sweep Spot Mini Episode # 11 - Lynn's Other Disneyland Role from 2021-02-01T02:47:13
In this mini episode of The Sweep Spot Lynn talks about when he worked at the Plaza Complex at Disneyland, 1991 to 1993. Hope you enjoy this mini episode, and for our main show catch it in betwe...
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The Sweep Spot # 301 - Disneyland 1961 with Jim Korkis from 2021-01-23T06:34:32
Disney historian & author Jim Korkis Listen
The Sweep Spot Mini Ep. #10 - Optimism and Thoughts from 2021-01-19T20:34:43
In this mini episode of The Sweep Spot, Lynn talks about can WDW fix you when missing Disneyland? Also some thoughts about optimism this year. The mini episodes are every other week, and are wit...
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The Sweep Spot # 300 - Chris Merritt: Art Director, Show Designer, Author from 2021-01-09T06:39:30
In our milestone 300th Episode, Chris Merritt joins us to talk about his work as an Art Director and Show Designer on iconic Disneyland Resort attractions, knowin...
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The Sweep Spot Mini Ep. # 9 - 2020 Trip Recaps from 2020-12-14T20:28:25
In this mini episode Lynn talks about some of the Disneyland trips he was able to make in 2020, and some he was supposed to make. Enjoy! For our regular episodes, info on our books and more go t...
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The Sweep Spot # 299 - Former Disneyland Decorator from 2020-12-05T04:54:27
The Sweep Spot Ep. #299 - Disneyland Decorator Joe Merino
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The Sweep Spot Mini Episode 8 from 2020-11-30T16:54:01
In this mini episode Lynn talks about what he is thankful for with the podcast, and more! This is a shorter episode than the regular longer episodes, check out our other episodes as well. for in...
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The Sweep Spot # 298 - Bill Long Former Disneyland Marketing Director from 2020-11-21T06:32:38
We welcome Bill Long, who was a Director of Marketing for Disneyland in the 1970s and helped with early publicity for Walt Disney World. He tells us how the Disne...
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The Sweep Spot Mini Ep # 7 - Cast Member Perks from 2020-11-16T20:30:49
In this mini episode of The Sweep Spot Lynn talks about some of the Cast member Perks He remembers when he worked at Disneyland in Custodial from 1998 to 2007. Enjoy, and be sure to check out ou...
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The Sweep Spot # 297 - Tom Nabbe Disney Legend from 2020-11-07T05:19:56
We welcome Disney Legend and author Tom Nabbe, ...
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The Sweep Spot Mini Episode 6 from 2020-11-02T20:28:03
In this mini episode of The Sweep Spot Lynn talks about some of the break areas that he used during his time working at Disneyland. Hope you have been enjoying these. Don't miss our main episode...
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The Sweep Spot # 296 - 3D Disneyland with Dave Bossert from 2020-10-24T17:00:29
We welcome award-winning artist, filmmaker, and author David Bossert <...
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The Sweep Spot Mini Episode # 5 - Favorite Podcasts from 2020-10-20T01:08:35
In this episode Lynn discusses his favorite podcasts and not all Disney. This list does not mean there are not other podcasts out there that he enjoys, these are the narrowed down list, because ...
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The Sweep Spot # 295 - Disneyland 1970 and 2000 from 2020-10-09T20:32:22
We tour Disneyland as it was FIFTY years ago, in 1970! And then we jump ahead thirty years from then to discuss what the park was like in the Year 2000! We also d...
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The Sweep Spot Mini Ep. # 4 - Cast member Experience from 2020-10-05T14:49:51
In this mini Episode of The Sweep Spot Lynn discusses a more recent moment he had with a cast member from his March trip. Hope you enjoy this episode and also check out our main episodes as well...
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The Sweep Spot # 294 - Disneyland Halloween Stories with Jim Korkis from 2020-09-26T05:58:17
We welcome back Disney historian and prolific author Jim Korkis to discuss Halloween at Disneyland, with the Haunted Mansion, Walt Disney, and Ray Bradbury includ...
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The Sweep Spot Mini Epsiode #3 - Annual Pass from 2020-09-21T19:54:21
In this mini episode Lynn talk about the annual passes he has had at Disneyland over the years and some memories. Hope you enjoy this and check out our regular episodes every other week. For mor...
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The Sweep Spot # 293 - Retired Disneyland Custodial Manager from 2020-09-12T03:09:21
In this episode, we chat with one of our former bosses and one of the first women to be a Custodial Manager. After gaining much experience in Disneyland Park, Cha...
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The Sweep Spot Mini Episode #2 from 2020-09-08T19:34:30
In this episode Lynn takes you back to September 11, 2001. Where were you on that say? If you were old enough, and living in the United States you remember where you were when it happened. Lynn ...
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The Sweep Spot # 292 - Galaxy's Edge with Mark Brickey from 2020-08-29T06:35:42
In this episode, we examine Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge with artist & designer Mark Brickey,
“Adventures in Design” i...
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The Sweep Spot Mini Episode 1 from 2020-08-24T20:59:06
In this new series of Sweep Spot shows we thought we would have a mini episode on the weeks we don't have our main episode. This is Lynn just talking about various topics all related to Disneyla...
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The Sweep Spot # 291 - Disneyland Ambassador Robyn from 2020-08-15T05:39:54
In this episode, we welcome Robyn Schatz Sarvis, who was a 1997 Disneyland Ambassador and had worked in several roles as a cast member. She has some great stories...
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The Sweep Spot # 290 - California Adventure Author and Former Cast Member from 2020-08-01T06:18:57
In this episode, we welcome Lisa Baxter, who helped open Disney California Adventure as a cast member and wrote the new book Listen
The Sweep Spot # 289 - Disneyland 1980 from 2020-07-18T05:38:01
The Sweep Spot is a biweekly podcast focusing on the Disneyland Resort. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen are your hosts. Ken h...
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The Sweep Spot # 288 - Former Disneyland Custodial Manager from 2020-07-04T05:39:55
In this episode, we discuss current Disneyland events, as always. We also chat with Doobie and Rebekah from LaughingPlace.com, and then with John Martin, a retire...
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The Sweep Spot # 287 - Disneyland's Frontierland Details, History and more from 2020-06-20T19:06:16
In this episode we take a look at one of the original lands in Disneyland, Frontierland. We discuss what attractions are in this land, and some that are no longer there. We talk about the Restau...
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The Sweep Spot # 286 - Seth Kubersky with the Unofficial Guide Books from 2020-06-06T04:26:18
The Sweep Spot # 285 - Disneyland's Fantasyland details and more from 2020-05-23T05:38:44
In this episode we talk all about Disneyland's Fantasyland. We discuss all the attractions, restaurants, music, entrances, theming that goes into the area. Plus some interesting facts, secrets a...
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The Sweep Spot # 284 - More Disneyland Extinct Attractions with Jim Korkis from 2020-05-09T04:50:24
In this episode we welcome back Disney Historian, and Author Jim Korkis to discuss some Disneyland extinct attractions, and more. Jim is a wonderful author who is very knowledgeable about the Di...
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The Sweep Spot # 283 - Disneyland Skipper Kyle, Again from 2020-04-25T05:49:03
In this episode we welcome back Skipper Kyle to the podcast to talk about his most recent time working at Disneyland on the Jungle Cruise, and lots more! Kyle was a guest on our show on episode ...
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The Sweep Spot # 282 - Former Disney Imagineering Research Analyst from 2020-04-11T05:03:54
In this episode we welcome former Disneyland Cast Member and WED / Imagineering Research Analyst Melissa Rhone to talk all about her career with Disney. She worked with some of the Disney Legend...
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The Sweep Spot # 281 - Disneyland 1990 from 2020-03-28T05:46:02
In this episode we take a look at Disneyland in the 1990. There was quite a bit going on, and the year Ken started working at Disneyland, and Lynn Graduated from high school. we had a lot of fun...
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The Sweep Spot # 280 - Former Disneyland Trumpet Player from 2020-03-14T16:08:14
In this episode we welcome Larry Meregillano, who played trumpet at Disneyland in the late 70s and 80s. Larry has some great stories, and was there for a unique time. Plus the latest in the Disn...
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The Sweep Spot # 279 - Former Disneyland Attractions Cast Member from 2020-02-29T05:06:46
In this episode we welcome former Disneyland Fantasyland Attractions Cast Member Stephanie Fix to the show. We talk to her about the attractions she worked on and some fun stories, plus the late...
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The Sweep Spot # 278 - History of Disney California Adventure from 2020-02-15T21:16:11
In this episode we discuss the history of Disney California Adventure, we talk from the construction to the opening, and up to now. Plus we talk about our most recent trip to Disneyland, and the...
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The Sweep Spot # 277 - Disneyland 1960 with Jim Korkis from 2020-02-01T18:32:43
In this episode we welcome back Disney Historian, Author, and friend Jim Korkis, to talk about Disneyland in the year 1960. There was much going on as always with the ever changing park, and Jim...
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The Sweep Spot # 276 - Former DCA Attractions, and Custodial Manager from 2020-01-18T20:13:30
In this episode we welcome Jim Farmer to the show. Jim worked the college program at WDW, then DCA Attractions, then as a DCA Custodial Manager. We have a fun conversation with him about his tim...
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The Sweep Spot # 275 - Disneyland Skyway with Robbie Von Roll from 2020-01-04T16:15:02
The Sweep Spot Bonus Episode 2019 from 2019-12-20T01:14:09
This is a bonus episode for all. In this episode we discuss Tomorrowland 1998. Enjoy this, and if you like it sign up at patreon.com search The Sweep Spot and give $5 or more a month to receive ...
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The Sweep Spot # 274 - Disneyland 1999 from 2019-12-14T07:18:15
In this episode we take a look at Disneyland in the year 1999. Both Ken and I were working at Disneyland at this time and share some of our memories along with some history. Join us for this fun...
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The Sweep Spot # 273 - Stan Freese from 2019-11-23T07:10:15
In this episode we welcome Stan Freese to the show. Stan is a famous Tuba Player, but also more well known for working at Disneyland as the Casting and Entertainment director for 45 years. Stan ...
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The Sweep Spot # 272 - Author Jeff Barnes from 2019-11-09T22:00:05
In this episode we welcome author Jeff Barnes to talk about his book The Wisdom of Walt and just a fun conversation about Disneyland. Plus get the latest in the Disneyland Resort Current Events....
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The Sweep Spot # 271 - Kelly Merrell Former Disneyland Custodian from 2019-10-26T17:20:14
In this episode we welcome friend and former Disneyland Custodial Cast Member Kelly Merrell. Kelly worked with both Ken and Lynn in Disneyland Custodial, and has very fond memories of that role,...
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The Sweep Spot # 270 - Dave From FreshBaked Disney from 2019-10-12T16:19:09
In this episode we welcome Dave creator of FreshBaked Disney. His channel has been around for 6 plus years, and is a quite popular channel too. We talk all about how his channel got started, plu...
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The Sweep Spot # 269 - Former Jungle Cruise Skipper Annie from 2019-09-28T05:53:18
In this episode we welcome Former Disneyland Cast Member Annie Ruygt to the show. Annie worked at Disneyland as a Jungle Cruise skipper, and on Big Thunder Mountain, plus she is a co host on the...
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The Sweep Spot # 268 - David Koenig from 2019-09-14T05:46:31
In this epsode we welcome back our friend and author David Koenig. David has written many books but is well known for the Mouse Tales books. David has a new booking coming out Oct. 1 called The ...
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The Sweep Spot # 267 - D23 Expo 2019 Discussion from 2019-08-31T05:50:47
In this episode we just got back from the D23 Expo, and there is much to share about our time at our booth, and that whole weekend. We shared a booth with Russell Flores, and Joshua Shaffer, and...
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The Sweep Spot #266 - Disney Books from 2019-08-17T05:41:20
In this episode we welcome friend, author, and all around Disney fan Russell Flores to the show to help us discuss some Disney books. We talk about all sorts of Disney books that are in our coll...
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The Sweep Spot # 265 - Disneyland 1989 from 2019-08-03T14:01:48
In this episode we take a look at Disneyland in the year 1989. Many things going on that year and we will touch on all of them. Plus the latest in the Disneyland Resort current events, plus a tr...
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The Sweep Spot # 264 - Extinct Disneyland with Jim Korkis from 2019-07-20T06:28:40
In this episode we welcome back Disney historian and author Jim Korkis. We have Jim back to talk about a few Extinct Disneyland Attractions. This goes along with his new book Secret Stories of E...
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The Sweep Spot # 263 - Disneyland Books and Authors from 2019-07-06T05:51:01
In this episode we welcome two guests who are both authors and have their own books. first we have Shad Engkilterra author of the book Haunted Mansion Creativity, and then we have Alastair Dalla...
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The Sweep Spot # 262 - Disney Imagineer Tom Morris from 2019-06-22T05:08:29
In this episode we welcome former Walt Disney Imagineer Tom Morris. Tom was a Disneyland cast member, worked on early Epcot, Disneyland and Disneyland Paris and more. He has his footprint on Man...
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The Sweep Spot # 261 - Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge from 2019-06-08T16:01:35
In this episode we welcome writer and photographer from MiceChat Scott Attula to talk with us all about Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Scott has been there now several times and gives us all the info...
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The Sweep Spot # 260 - Disneyland 1979 Discussion with Former Cast Member from 2019-05-24T02:21:50
In this episode we welcome back author, former cast member, and friend David Smith. We talk about what took place during the year 1979 in Disneyland. You discuss what the feel was like, what was...
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The Sweep Spot # 259 - Disneyland 1969 with Disney Historian Jim Korkis from 2019-05-11T03:20:04
In this episode we welcome back Disney historian, author, and friend Jim Korkis. He is here to talk to us about Disneyland the year 1969. This was an important year because one of Disney's best ...
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The Sweep Spot # 258 - Writer, Photographer, Former WDW Cast Member from 2019-04-27T15:49:54
In this episode we welcome Scott Attula. Scott writes and takes photos for MiceChat.com and is also a former Walt Disney World Custodial Cast Member. We have a fun discussion about working at WD...
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The Sweep Spot # 257 - Former Disneyland Jungle Cruise Skipper from 2019-04-13T04:45:01
The Sweep Spot # 256 - Disney Imagineering Media Designer from 2019-03-30T16:09:58
In this episode we welcome Walt Disney Imagineering Media Designer Joe Herrington to the show. Joe has worked at all the Disney parks around the world. He programmed attraction vehicles such as ...
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The Sweep Spot # 255 - Disneyland Touring Plans with Guy Selga from 2019-03-16T06:38:47
In this episode we welcome Guy Selga from Touring Plans. Guy is a Disneyland fan first, and works for Touring Plans collecting data on how long lines are at certain times, and days, and much mor...
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The Sweep Spot # 254 - Disneyland's First Host from 2019-03-02T07:12:07
The Sweep Spot # 253 - Disneyland 1959 with Jim Korkis from 2019-02-16T07:05:08
In this episode we welcome back Disney Historian, Author, and friend Jim Korkis. Jim is with us to talk about the year 1959 at Disneyland. We take a close look at the events, attractions, shops...
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The Sweep Spot # 252 - Disneyland Attractions Cast Member Bruce Turner from 1967 to the 80's from 2019-02-02T18:03:32
In this episode we welcome former Disneyland Attractions Cast Member Bruce Turner. Bruce worked at Disneyland from 1967 to the early 80s. He worked on so many attractions you will have to listen...
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The Sweep Spot #251 - Disneyland West Side Attractions Cast Member from 2019-01-19T17:28:53
In this episode we welcome former Disneyland attractions Cast Member Robert Baca to the show. Robert worked at Disneyland from 1995 to 2008 and has some amazing stories from the canoes, rafts, a...
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The Sweep Spot # 250 - Disneyland Custodial Cast Member to Fireworks from 2019-01-05T17:51:04
In this episode we welcome our friend Craig Cauthen, Craig worked at Disneyland In Custodial with Ken and I and then later transferred to the Fireworks department. Craig has some great stories a...
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The Sweep Spot # 249 - Christmas Time at Disneyland with Jim Korkis from 2018-12-08T17:47:23
In this episode we welcome author and Disney Historian Jim Korkis back to the show to talk to us about Christmas Time at Disneyland over the years. We talk about the Candlelight Processional, Ho...
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The Sweep Spot # 248 - Eat Like Walt Book from 2018-11-23T05:03:40
In this episode we welcome author Marcy Carriker Smothers to the show to discuss her book Eat Like Walt. Her book is an amazing book all about Walt Disney and food. Walt ate just like everyone e...
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The Sweep Spot # 247 - The Sounds of Disneyland from 2018-11-10T14:53:04
In this episode we welcome Mallory, and Scott from MouseGeek Radio podcast to discuss our favorite sounds at the Disneyland Resort. We also have the latest in the Disneyland Resort current event...
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The Sweep Spot # 246 - Disney Vacation Planning Tips, Ideas, and more from 2018-10-27T17:43:23
In this episode we welcome our good friend and The Sweep Spot's official Disney vacation planner Michael Renfrow of ConciEars to the show. He is here to answer listeners questions, and give us t...
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The Sweep Spot # 245 - Chris Nichols Author of Walt Disney's Disneyland Book from 2018-10-13T05:59:42
In this episode we welcome Chris Nichols and his wife authors of the new book Walt Disney's Disneyland. This book is amazing with concept art, photos black and white and color, and lots of infor...
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The Sweep Spot # 244 - Future of Disneyland Resort with Dusty Sage from 2018-09-29T19:04:01
In this episode we welcome the man in charge at Micechat.com Dusty Sage. We discuss the future of Disneyland Resort, with information we know, and some speculation as well. Its a fun discussion ...
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The Sweep Spot # 243 - Disneyland 1978 from 2018-09-15T19:11:02
In this episode we welcome former Disneyland Attractions Cast Member David Smith. Dave worked at Disneyland starting in the year 1978, and he has some great stories to tell, and we take a look a...
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The Sweep Spot # 242 - Former Disney Imagineer Bill Watkins from 2018-09-01T16:03:07
In this episode we welcome Bill Watkins to the show. Bill worked WED Enterprises from 1966 to 1985. He was Project Engineer for the WEDway People Mover, for Big Thunder Mountain, Space Mountain ...
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The Sweep Spot # 241 - Fake Theme Park Guy Jason Ginsburg from 2018-08-18T17:25:35
In this episode we welcome comedian, former Universal Studios Hollywood Tram Tour Guide, theme park fan, and founder of Fake Theme Park, Jason Ginsburg. We have a not so Disney conversation, bu...
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The Sweep Spot #240 - Disneyland 1998 from 2018-08-04T15:56:56
In this episode we take a look at the year 1998 at Disneyland. It was a significant year for us at The Sweep Spot because our very own Lynn Barron started in Custodial at Disneyland. It was also...
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The Sweep Spot # 239 - Disneyland 1968 With Jim Korkis from 2018-07-21T18:42:19
In this episode we welcome back Disney Historian, and Author Jim Korkis. Jim is the author of the Vault of Walt book series and many more, and his latest More Secret Stories of Disneyland book. ...
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The Sweep Spot # 238 - Former Disneyland Matterhorn Climber John Artherton from 2018-07-07T17:00:40
In this episode we welcome former Disneyland Matterhorn climber John Artherton to the show. John was a performer as well as a climber, from 1966 to 1969. he has some great stories about his time...
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The Sweep Spot # 237 - Pixar Pier, Pirates, Food, and more at Disneyland Resort from 2018-06-23T16:43:31
In this episode we decided to slow things down and take a look at all the changes going on and coming to the Disneyland Resort. To do this we welcome friend, web master, and author Russell Flore...
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The Sweep Spot # 236 - Former Disneyland Security Cast member and Podcaster Greg from 2018-06-02T18:24:34
In this episode we welcome Greg who is a former Disneyland Security Cast member, and also a podcaster on Micecast, and youtuber. We had a great time talking with Greg about working at Disneyland...
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The Sweep Spot # 235 - Disneyland 1988 with Former Attractions Cast member from 2018-05-19T19:34:38
The Sweep Spot # 234 - Disneyland Retired Night and Day Custodial Cast Member from 2018-05-05T16:55:44
In this episode we welcome retired Custodial Cast Member Tim Cluney to the show. Tim started at Disneyland in 1969 and retired in 1995. He worked 3rd shift, Graveyard, and then went to managemen...
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The Sweep Spot # 233 - Secrets of Disneyland with Jim Korkis from 2018-04-21T05:51:46
In this episode we welcome back Disney historian and author Jim Korkis. We discuss some of the maybe not so well known Disneyland secrets. Plus the latest in Disneyland Resort Current Events. Fo...
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The Sweep Spot # 232 - Growing up with Disneyland from 2018-04-07T16:23:19
In this episode Ken and Lynn discuss their memories with Disneyland. From their first visit, to recent years, they both have a lot to share about Disneyland. Going with family, friends, and more...
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The Sweep Spot # 231 - DCA Food and Wine, and Disneyland Trip Report from 2018-03-24T18:38:12
In this episode we welcome friend and foodie Jae Brattain to the show to discuss his time at the Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival. Plus we discuss Lynn's trip to Disneyland and...
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The Sweep Spot # 230 - Former Disneyland Night and Day Custodial Manager Jeff from 2018-03-10T17:05:06
In this episode we welcome our friend and a manager Ken and Lynn had to pleasure working with, and his name is Jeff Sandy. Jeff worked at Disneyland from 1990 to 2007 in Night Custodial and Day ...
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The Sweep Spot # 229 - Talk with Former Disneyland Attractions/Guest Relations Cast Member from 2018-02-24T17:29:59
In this episode we talk with former Disneyland Attractions and Guest Relations Cast Member Austin Carroll. We talk with her about her time working Fantasyland Attractions, and Toontown. Plus her...
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The Sweep Spot # 228 - Top Jani - Retired Disneyland Custodial Manager Part 3 from 2018-02-10T18:14:25
In this episode we welcome back retired Disneyland Custodial Manager. This is Part 3 of our interview. Ray started at Disneyland in 1963, and worked his way up the ranks to finally become in cha...
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The Sweep Spot # 227 - Disneyland 1958 With Jim Korkis from 2018-01-27T17:43:16
In this episode we welcome back author, and Disney Historian Jim Korkis. We discuss the year 1958 at Disneyland, with the additions, and the growing new park. Disneyland was just 3 years old, bu...
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The Sweep Spot # 226 - Live Music at Disneyland 80's to Present from 2018-01-14T06:19:43
In this episode we welcome back Chris Lyndon, known as Disney Chris to help us explore Live music at Disneyland. In episode 223 we talked about Live Music at Disneyland up to through the 70's, a...
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The Sweep Spot # 225 - Discussion On Disneyland Fans Over The Years from 2017-12-30T15:56:38
In this episode we have an interview that we did for someone else on Disneyland Fandom and social media in the early days. Plus latest in Disneyland Resort Current Events. Get our book and more ...
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The Sweep Spot # 224 - Longest Flying Tinker Bell at Disneyland from 2017-12-09T17:34:15
In this episode we welcome Gina Rock. During the Fantasy in the Sky firework show at Disneyland it would kick off with Tinker Bell flying high above Sleeping Beauty's Castle and Gina did that fr...
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The Sweep Spot # 223 - Live Music at Disneyland 50's to 70's from 2017-11-25T04:06:55
In this episode we welcome Chris Lyndon from Jiminy Cricket podcast and Disneychris.com to talk with us about live music at Disneyland from 1955 to 1979. Enjoy this look at many of the groups an...
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The Sweep Spot # 222 - Disneyland 1977 from 2017-11-11T18:26:22
In this episode we take a look at Disneyland in the year 1977. We discover some attractions that opened that year, and some closed, plus many other interesting facts. This is a fun way to virtua...
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The Sweep Spot # 221 - Haunted Mansion Talk with Jeff Baham from 2017-10-28T17:11:43
In this episode we welcome back podcaster, author, and friend Jeff Baham. Jeff has written a book on the Haunted Mansion, has a website called Doombuggies.com, and a podcast Mousetalgia. We get ...
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The Sweep Spot # 220 - Epcot Discussion with Aaron Wallace from 2017-10-14T16:40:22
In this episode we welcome author and podcaster Aaron Wallace to the show to discuss the park Epcot. We talk about it's history, extinct attractions and it's future. Plus we welcome founder of ...
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The Sweep Spot # 218 - Disneyland 1987 with Jim Korkis from 2017-09-16T07:02:41
In this episode we welcome back Disney Historian, and Author Jim Korkis to discuss Disneyland in the year 1987. Some exciting things opened in 1987 at Disneyland from The Disney Gallery to Star ...
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The Sweep Spot # 217 - Former Imagineer Mark Eades from 2017-09-02T17:33:29
We are happy to welcome former Disneyland cast member, Disney Studio employee, and Imagineer Mark Eades to the show. Mark also went on to write for the OC Register. Mark has some amazing storie...
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The Sweep Spot # 216 - Disneyland Hotel with Donald Ballard from 2017-08-19T18:08:51
In this episode we welcome author and Disneyland Historian Donald Ballard. Donald is the author of some great books on the Disneyland Hotel, and is quite the expert. We think you will enjoy this...
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The Sweep Spot # 215 - Disneyland 1997 from 2017-08-05T19:01:31
In this episode we are going to take a virtual tour of Disneyland as if it was the year 1997. That year had some memorable moments, and times for both of us. Get ready as we discuss some of the ...
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The Sweep Spot # 214 - D23 Expo Announcements with Doug Barnes from 2017-07-22T18:23:34
In this episode we are back from D23 Expo 2017, and we have plenty to discuss and so we asked our friend from Season Pass Podcast Doug Barnes to join us. We have some great discussion about what...
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The Sweep Spot # 213 - Top Jani - Former Disneyland Custodial Manager Part 2 from 2017-07-08T15:59:12
In this episode we continue our discussion with Top Jani, and former Disneyland Custodial Manager Ray Sidejas. Ray was only the second Custodial Manager, and had a big role in opening many other...
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The Sweep Spot # 212 -Retired Disneyland Band Drummer Joe Shaw from 2017-06-24T18:40:34
In this episode we are very excited to have had the chance to talk with retired Disneyland Band drummer Joe Shaw. Joe started playing drums at Disneyland in June of 1973, and Retired in 2013. He...
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The Sweep Spot # 211 - Disneyland Custodian Ralph Apel from 2017-06-10T16:57:55
In this episode we welcome Ralph Apel to our show. Ralph worked in Disneyland Day Custodial with both Ken and Lynn, then years later went back wot work at DCA, but in Night Custodial. He shares ...
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The Sweep Spot # 210 - Disneyland Attractions Cast member part 2 from 2017-05-27T17:00
In this episode we continue our conversation with former Disneyland Attractions cast member Alex Stewart. This is part 2. There is no current events, but we will continue with the Disneyland Res...
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The Sweep Spot # 209 - Disneyland Attractions Cast member from 2017-05-13T15:51:56
In this episode we welcome Former Disneyland attractions cast member Alex Stewart to our show to talk about his time working on Westside attractions at Disneyland, plus our latest in the Disneyl...
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The Sweep Spot # 208 - Disneyland 1957 with Jim Korkis Part 2 from 2017-05-06T18:35:51
In this episode we continue an episode we started in the past episode with Jim Korkis talking with us about Disneyland 1957. So if you didn't listen to episode 207, it would be best if you went ...
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The Sweep Spot # 207 - Disneyland 1957 with Jim Korkis Part 1 from 2017-04-29T18:26:43
In this episode we welcome back Disney Historian, and author Jim Korkis. We take a look at the year 1957 in Disneyland, and talk about what was new, what was gone and what may be coming, plus ma...
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The Sweep Spot # 206 - Chris Strodder The Disneyland Encylopedia from 2017-04-15T16:51:04
In this episode we welcome author Chris Strodder. Chris wrote the books The Disneyland Book of Lists, and The Disneyland Encyclopedia. He has a new 3rd edition of the book out now, and is here t...
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The Sweep Spot # 205 - Top Jani - Former Disneyland Custodial Manager from 2017-04-01T17:34:30
In this episode we are very happy to have our former Disneyland Custodial Manager Ray Sidejas on our show. Ray was only the second person to head up the Custodial department at Disneyland. He st...
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The Sweep Spot #204 - Pirates of the Caribbean with Rick West from 2017-03-18T17:47:19
In this episode we welcome Former Disneyland Attractions Cast member, Theme Park Adventure founder, and Disneyland fan Rick West. he worked on Pirates of The Caribbean and has some great stories...
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The Sweep Spot # 203 - Disneyland Tour Guide Interview from 2017-03-04T18:07:32
In this episode we welcome former Disneyland Tour Guide Andrea Keech to the show to talk about her time working at Disneyland in 1969. She had the honor of taking guests on tours of Disneyland, ...
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The Sweep Spot # 202 - Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln from 2017-02-18T17:07:08
In this episode we celebrate presidents Day by talking about an attraction at Disneyland that is dedicated to our former president Abraham Lincoln. This attraction is Great Moments with Mr. Linc...
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The Sweep Spot # 201 - Disneyland 1967 with Jim Korkis from 2017-02-04T18:44:13
In this episode we welcome back Disney historian and author Jim Korkis. We discuss the new offerings Disneyland had in the year 1967, including the new Tomorrowland, and Pirates of the Caribbean...
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The Sweep Spot # 200 - 200th Episode Celebration from 2017-01-21T23:28:11
In this episode we celebrate our 200th episode. We have worked hard over the past almost 6 years. Lynn started the podcast in 2011, and it grew over the years and has shaped and formed, but alwa...
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The Sweep Spot # 199 - Former Disneyland Circle D Ranch Cast member from 2017-01-07T17:18:44
In this episode we talk to friend, former Disneyland Custodian and Former Circle D Ranch Cast Member Hillary Jacobson. This is an amazing interview because we learned behind the scenes of what i...
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The Sweep Spot # 198 - Christmas Time Musical Tour of Disneyland from 2016-12-19T00:16:51
In this episode we go on a virtual tour of Disneyland during Christmas time. We worked at Disneyland during the 90s, and 2000's in Custodial we had the chance to work in all the different areas ...
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The Sweep Spot # 197 - Disneyland Trip Report from 2016-12-10T18:51:28
In this episode we have our latest in the Disneyland Resort Current Events, an interview with author Sam Gennawey as we talk about his new book JayBangs, and Lynn and his family went to Disneyla...
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The Sweep Spot # 196 - Tour of Disneyland 1966 from 2016-11-25T13:00
In this episode we take a tour of Disneyland as if it were the year 1966 with former night Custodial Cast Member Rob Merritt. Rob worked there in the summer of 1966 and has some great stories to...
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The Sweep Spot # 195 - Buddy Baker's Music at the Disney Parks from 2016-11-12T17:55:21
In this episode we welcome Jeremy Harris from the Buddy Baker Project Blog, and Podcast. Jeremy is a huge fan of Buddy Baker and his music. Buddy provided much music you will be familiar with in...
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The Sweep Spot # 194 - Former Disneyland Custodian from the 60's&70's from 2016-10-29T16:55:06
In this episode we welcome former Disneyland Custodian Jim to our show. Jim worked at Disneyland 1965 to 1967, and 1970 until 1979. Jim brings us a good idea of what it was like working at Disne...
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The Sweep Spot # 193 - Fun Discussion about Touring Disneyland from 2016-10-15T19:22:32
In this episode we take a different and fun approach. We answer some questions about our touring habits, dislikes, likes and some fun talk, that any veteran Disneyland fan could appreciate or th...
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The Sweep Spot # 192 - Talk with Former Walt Disney World Custodian from 2016-10-01T17:14:12
In this episode we welcome another former Custodian, but this time not from Disneyland, but Walt Disney World. We get to talk with Kevin all about his time working at WDW in the Magic Kingdom, C...
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The Sweep Spot # 191 - Tour of Disneyland in 1956 With Jim Korkis from 2016-09-17T14:58:45
In this episode we welcome Disney Author and Historian Jim Korkis to our show to help us go on a Tour of Disneyland in the year 1956. This is a wonderful journey that your sure to love and learn...
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The Sweep Spot # 190 - Chat with Former Disneyland Custodian from 2016-09-03T17:10:10
In this episode we welcome a friend and former Disneyland Custodian to our show to talk all about his time working at Disneyland. Plus the latest in the Disneyland Resort Current Events. Get sho...
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The Sweep Spot # 189 - History of the Stores in Tomorrowland from 2016-08-20T15:38:50
In this episode we talk about the different stores over the years in Tomorrowland. This is an interesting look into what used to be in Tomorrowland. Plus we have the latest in Disneyland Resort ...
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The Sweep Spot # 188 - Disneyland Resort Speculations, rumors, and Opinions from 2016-08-06T18:27:58
In this episode we welcome podcasters Chris Allison, and Chris Lyndon to join us in our discussion about the future of The Disneyland Resort, all with speculations, rumors, and ideas we have. We...
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The Sweep Spot # 187 - Disneyland Trip Report and more from 2016-07-23T17:30:46
In this episode we are back from our big Disneyana weekend. We have plenty to talk about along with some live clips from Disneyland, and more. Plus we welcome author Joshua Shaffer of the book D...
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The Sweep Spot # 186 - Tour of Disneyland in 1976 from 2016-06-26T04:50:17
In this episode we take a virtual tour of Disneyland in the year 1976. We talk about each Land and their attractions in that year. 1976 seemed to be a great year at Disneyland and hope you enjoy...
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The Sweep Spot # 185 - Dusty Sage of MiceChat.com from 2016-06-18T17:18:27
In this episode we welcome guest Dusty Sage to our show. Dusty is CEO at MiceChat.com. We have an interesting conversation about how and why Dusty is a Disney fan, and theme park fan. We talk to...
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The Sweep Spot # 184 - Walt Disney World Trip Report from 2016-06-04T18:04:56
In this episode we have the latest in the Disneyland Resort Current Events, an interview with Ted from Disneyana to discuss the upcoming Disneyana Convention in July, and Ken returns back from W...
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The Sweep Spot # 183 - History of The Mine Train at Disneyland from 2016-05-22T02:52:30
In this episode we talk about the history of The Mine Train at Disneyland, also known as The Mine Train Through Natures Wonderland. This attraction took up much of Frontierland from 1956 until 1...
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The Sweep Spot # 182 - A Musical Tour of Disneyland from 2016-05-07T18:19:55
Join former Disneyland Custodial Cast Members talk about the latest current events at Disneyland, plus this episode we take a virtual walking musical tour of Disneyland. We listen to music from ...
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The Sweep Spot # 181 - Early Disneyland with Author Todd Pierce from 2016-04-23T14:36:22
In this episode we welcome author Todd Pierce to the show. Todd is the author of the new book Three Years in Wonderland. A book about C V Wood and the building and opening of Disneyland. It is a...
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The Sweep Spot # 180 - Former Disneyland Custodian Chat from 2016-04-09T06:38:47
In this episode we have the latest in the Disneyland Resort current events, and our main segment a former Disneyland Custodian Robert Diaz. Robert worked with both Ken and I. He was a Lead, Gene...
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The Sweep Spot # 179 - Date Nite and Dixieland Night at Disneyland from 2016-03-25T13:14
In this episode we discuss two nighttime promotions at Disneyland's first 20 years. These were Date Nite at Disneyland and Dixieland Nights. These were both popular are were predecessors for oth...
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The Sweep Spot # 178 - A Tour of Disneyland in 1996 from 2016-03-12T16:59:53
In this episode we take a look at Disneyland in the year 1996. We go through each land, virtually and discuss which attractions were there at that time and which were not yet. Plus what else was...
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The Sweep Spot # 177 - Discussion about Herb Ryman from 2016-02-27T14:32:52
In this episode, we are starting a series of episodes to come, where we talk about people who have contributed to the making of Disneyland over the years. This time we talk about Herb Ryman. He ...
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The Sweep Spot # 176 - Disneyland Cast Member Tales from the 60's from 2016-02-13T18:30:56
In this episode we welcome a former Disneyland custodial cast member who started in 1965 and left in 1969. He was there during some incredible changes, and not all good changes either. During th...
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The Sweep Spot # 175 - History of Big Thunder Ranch Area from 2016-01-30T15:47:10
In this episode we take a look at an area that is no longer there. That is Big Thunder Ranch. This area which opened in 1986 hosted a petting zoo, a cabin, a farm, an arena, restaurant, restroom...
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The Sweep Spot # 174 - A Tour of Disneyland in 1986 from 2016-01-16T18:19:58
In this episode we take a virtual tour of Disneyland in the year 1986. We talk about the attractions that were there then, and to help us on this tour we welcome listener of the show, and former...
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The Sweep Spot # 173 - Restrooms at Disneyland from 2016-01-02T18:20:40
In this episode we have the latest current events around the Disneyland Resort, and our main topic is all about Restrooms at Disneyland. We discuss how Disneyland keeps them so clean, our experi...
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The Sweep Spot # 172 - Tour of Disneyland in 1965 from 2015-12-19T14:16:57
In this episode we take a virtual walk through Disneyland in the year 1965. This year Disneyland was celebrating 10 years. The park had grown, and was on the verge of adding a new Land, and some...
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The Sweep Spot # 171 - Interview with Voice actor Pete Renaday from 2015-12-06T07:07:23
In this episode we welcome Pete Renaday to the show. Pete is a voice actor and and actor. He has voiced for cartoons, movies, and theme parks. He has done voices for The Country Bear Jamboree, M...
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The Sweep Spot # 170 - A Man with Many Disneyland Custodial Stories from 2015-11-21T07:29:42
In this episode we welcome back retired Disneyland Custodian Harry. Harry started at Disneyland in 1962, and worked there for over 40 years. He has many great stories about working at Disneyland...
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The Sweep Spot #169 - Tour of Disneyland in 1995 from 2015-11-14T18:30:40
In this episode we have our Disneyland current events, then we welcome Jeff Tucker from the podcast 91 Reasons to our show. Jeff is here to help us walk around Disneyland as if it were the year ...
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The Sweep Spot # 168 - The History of The Haunted Mansion Disneyland Part 3 from 2015-10-31T17:21:40
In this episode we finish up our look at the history of The Haunted Mansion at Disneyland. In this episode we take a tour of the attraction, scene by scene, plus you get to hear the scenes from ...
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The Sweep Spot #167 - The History of The Haunted Mansion Disneyland Part 2 from 2015-10-24T12:40:17
In this episode we continue our look at the history of The Haunted Mansion, in part 2 of this series. For more about The Sweep Spot visit www.thesweepspot.com
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The Sweep Spot # 166 - Most Senior Custodian to Work at Disneyland from 2015-10-17T17:17:27
In this episode we are super excited to talk to our friend and former Co Worker. His name is Harry and he worked at Disneyland from 1962 to 2004. He saw so many changes to the park and manag...
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The Sweep Spot # 165 - History of The Haunted Mansion Disneyland Part 1 from 2015-10-04T03:04:19
In this episode we start to look at one of Disneyland's most popular attractions and that is The Haunted Mansion. This attraction's history goes back before the park even opened. We learn its de...
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The Sweep Spot # 164 - Disneyland Custodian from 1975 from 2015-09-19T18:08:48
In this episode we welcome a guest who was a Disneyland Cusrodian during the summer of 1975. We discuss some of the things that were quite different back then, in the park and in Custodial. He w...
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The Sweep Spot # 163 - Visiting Every Disney Theme Park from 2015-09-06T00:35:41
In this episode we welcome a guest to our show, who is not just a guest but a listener. His name is Erik Krueger. Erik has been to every Disney theme park around the world. We take a look at the...
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The Sweep Spot # 162 - Disney and Star Wars from 2015-08-22T20:59:43
In this episode we discuss the history of the Disney Company with George Lucas and Star Wars. We go back to Michael Eisner, and to the current announcents at the D23 Expo 2015. Plus the latest i...
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The Sweep Spot # 161 - History of Space Mountain from 2015-08-08T16:24:12
In this episode we take a look at the history of the attraction Space Mountain. We find out that the idea for this attraction actually goes back to Walt Disney. This is such an iconic attraction...
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The Sweep Spot # 160 - Interview with Author David Koenig from 2015-07-25T17:49
In this episode we have one current event item, and then we have a guest. Our guest is author of Mouse Tales, More Mouse Tales, and his new book The People V. Disneyland: How Lawsuits and Lawyer...
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The Sweep Spot # 159 - A look at Disneyland in 2005 from 2015-07-18T16:48:17
In this episode we take a tour of Disneyland during the year 2005. This was a big year for the park because it also turned 50 years old. There was much to celebrate, and we will talk about about...
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The Sweep Spot # 158 - The History of Tomorrowland at Disneyland Part 4 from 2015-07-11T18:51:20
In this episode we finish our look at the History of Tomorrowland at Disneyland. This series was a par 4 series where we took a look at each year the park was opened and saw some great attractio...
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The Sweep Spot # 157 - History of Tomorrowland at Disneyland Part 3 from 2015-07-04T16:13:28
In this episode we continue our series on the history of Tomorrowland. In part 3 of this series we talk about the years 1986 to 1998. We see many loved and missed attractions leave during these ...
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The Sweep Spot # 156 - History of Tomorrowland at Disneyland Part 2 from 2015-06-20T16:04:34
In this episode we continue our History of Tomorrowland Series. In part 2 we go from the year 1967 to 1985. The Tomorrowland 1967 Refurb is probably the best Tomorrowland that we have seen in it...
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The Sweep Spot # 155 - History of Tomorrowland at Disneyland Part 1 from 2015-06-06T16:31:47
In this episode we start a new series. This series is the history of Tomorrowland at Disneyland Park. In this episode, part 1. We go from 1955 to 1966. We take a look at all the attractions that...
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The Sweep Spot # 154 - Tour of Disneyland in 1975 from 2015-05-25T05:15:12
In this episode we will go on a tour around Disneyland as if it was the year 1975. we learn about what attractions were there then, what type of shows and parades, and more! Plus the latest in c...
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The Sweep Spot # 153 - Disneyland, So Many Lists and an Author from 2015-05-09T16:36:20
In this episode we welcome back to our show author of The Disneyland Encyclopedia and his latest book Disneyland Book of Lists. We discuss his new book, Disneyland history and more. Plus the lat...
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The Sweep Spot # 152 - Shops in New Orleans Square at Disneyland from 2015-04-25T14:31:46
In this episode we take a look at the stores in New Orleans Square Disneyland. New Orleans Square Opened in 1966, and over the years there has been many changes in these store locations. We will...
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The Sweep Spot # 151 - Tour of Disneyland in 1955 from 2015-04-11T17:38:48
In this episode we talk a look at Disneyland in the year 1955. Now we didnt include much on opening day because that could be its own show, and it will this year. Also we have the latest Disneyl...
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The Sweep Spot #150 - Return to Disneyland after 40 yrs and Listener Questions from 2015-03-28T15:14:30
In this episode we welcome a friend and listener of the show Leon. He has not been to Disneyland in about 40 years, and he ans his wife recently went after all those years, hear about his trip. ...
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The Sweep Spot # 149 - Theme Park Designer and President of the Disneyland Alumni Club from 2015-03-14T17:49:58
In this episode we welcome Former Disneyland cast member, Theme Park Designer, and president of The Disneyland Alumni Club Richard Ferrin. Richard had a unique role at Disneyland, that I am sure...
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The Sweep Spot #148 - The Golden Horseshoe Saloon from 2015-02-28T16:47:10
In this episode we take a look at the history of The Golden Horseshoe Saloon at Disneyland. We talk about some interesting facts, and how it is such a beautiful building. We also talk about some...
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The Sweep Spot # 147 - Sam Gennawey and Universal VS. Disney from 2015-02-14T18:10:22
In this episode we welcome back authorSam Gennawey to our show. Sam is well known for for book Walt and the Promise of Progress City, The Disneyland Story, and his latest book Universal VS. Disn...
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The Sweep Spot # 146 - Disneyland Restaurants of the Past from 2015-01-31T17:22:40
In this episode we take a look at The past restaurants at Disneyland. We learn where these food locations were, and what they served. www.thesweepspot.com
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The Sweep Spot # 145 - Disneyland 1985 from 2015-01-17T18:28:28
In this episode we start our series for the new year and this time we take a look at Disneyland in the years that end with 5. This episode we take a look at the year 1985. We see what attraction...
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The Sweep Spot # 144 - The Matterhorn Bobsleds from 2015-01-03T18:04:53
In this episode we take a look at The Matterhorn Bobsleds at Disneyland. We learn what was in its spot before this great attraction, who designed and worked on it, and the changes over the years...
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The Sweep Spot # 143 - Disneyland Trip Report from 2014-12-13T16:26:49
In this episode Lynn tells us about his recent trip to the Disneyland Resort. www.thesweepspot.com
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The Sweep Spot # 142 - Disneyland Main Street Projects That Never happened with Jim Korkis from 2014-11-23T02:43:18
In this episode we welcome Disney author and historian Jim Korkis to talk about parts of Disneylands Main Street that never happened. www.thesweepspot.com
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The Sweep Spot # 141 - History of The Disneyland Hotel from 2014-11-08T19:04:39
In this episode we take a look at the long history of The Disneyland Hotel. This hotel which opened in 1955, has changed quite a bit over the years, but it has set the standard for resort hotels...
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The Sweep Spot # 140 - Tony Baxter Interview from 2014-10-25T13:41:38
In this episode we are very happy and luck to have such an amazing guest. He is former Vice President of Creative Development at Walt Disney Imagineering, he is Tony Baxter. Tony is responsible ...
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The Sweep Spot # 139 - Tour of Disneyland in 1974 from 2014-10-11T22:22:44
In this episode we take a look at Disneyland in 1974. We discuss which attractions were there and which were just not. It is fun to look back and talk about Disneyland in this period of time. ww...
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The Sweep Spot # 138 - Before and After the Show at Disneyland from 2014-09-27T16:35:52
In this episode we have lots to look forward to. First we have our current events of the week, then we have an interview with author, podcaster Jeff Baham, then live from Disney California Adven...
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The Sweep Spot # 137 - Stores on Main Street at Disneyland Part 2 from 2014-09-13T19:33:54
In this episode we continue our look at the stores on Main Street at Disneyland. We look at each location and its history. Plus Stories about working in the stores in custodial. www.thesweepspot...
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The Sweep Spot # 136 - Stores on Main Street at Disneyland Part 1 from 2014-08-30T18:04:30
In this episode we take a look at the stores on Main Street in Disneyland. Over the years there has been so many changes in the stores, due to many reasons we will discuss and see as we take thi...
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The Sweep Spot # 135 - History of Tom Sawyer Island and a Movie about Walt Disney from 2014-08-16T20:23:57
In this episode we discussthe history and stories of Tom Sawyer Island with our guest David Smith. Bbut before that we welcome director of the movie As Dreamers Do, Logan Sekulow. www.thesweepsp...
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The Sweep Spot # 134 - Disneyland 1964 from 2014-08-02T18:05:01
In this episode we take a look at DIsneyland in 1964. We discover some attractions which were there, and some which were not yet there. It is a fun trip through Disneyland in the year 1964. Also...
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The Sweep Spot # 133 - Talking Disneyland with a Former Senior Custodial Cast Member from 2014-07-12T17:48:24
In this episode we are happy to welcome former Disneyland custodial cast member Vern Hoiland to our show. Vern was my and Kens first lead and worked at Disneyland from 1969 until 2006. He is a w...
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The Sweep Spot # 132 - America Sings from 2014-06-28T20:02:21
In this episode we discuss the former show / attraction at Disneyland called America Sings. Ken and Lynn have fond memories of this missed attraction. www.thesweepspot.com
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The Sweep Spot # 131 - Disneyland Past and Future Anniversary Celebrations from 2014-06-14T18:43:22
In this episode we take a look back at some of Disneylands Anniversay celebrations. We learn about some of the promotions behind these and more. Plus we discuss what could be for the 60th. www.t...
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The Sweep Spot # 130 - Throwback to Disneyland 1994 with Former Cast Members from 2014-05-31T18:51:34
In this episode we welcome back former custodial cast member Vince Mitchell. We discuss the year 1994 at Disneyland. We talk about what attractions were there then , and some that were not. www....
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The Sweep Spot # 129 - Early Frontierland at Disneyland from 2014-05-18T04:18:03
In this episode we take a look at what early Frontierland was like at Disneyland. We learn about some of the attractions, shops, exhibits, and resturants. Join us for this journey. www.thesweeps...
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The Sweep Spot # 128 - Tales from the Jungle Cruise and more! from 2014-05-03T18:49:47
In this episode we welcome back Skipper Kyle. We discuss his podcast Tales From the Jungle Crews, and his time working at Disneyland. Plus we listen to Kyle tell some stories he has heard from o...
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The Sweep Spot # 127 - It's a Small World After All from 2014-04-20T16:24:34
In this episode we take a look at the history of It's a Small World, and some memories we have working in custodial.We are two former Disneyland custodial cast members talking Disneyland history...
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The Sweep Spot # 126 - Disneyland History in 1984 from 2014-04-05T21:50:01
In this episode we go back to the year 1984 at Disneyland. We take a tour of the park as if it were 1984. We talk about what was there then and maybe what wasnt there. We learn some interesting ...
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The Sweep Spot # 125 - Disneyland Music and The Muppets with Disney from 2014-03-22T17:41:34
In this episode we welcome two guests. The first guest is Chris Lyndon from www.disneychris.com he has a site dedicated to Disneyland music, then Jimmy Tucker joins us to discuss The Muppets and...
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The Sweep Spot # 124 - Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Disneyland from 2014-03-09T19:50:36
We are former Disneyland custodial cast members talking history of Disneyland, interviews, current Disneyland Resort News and more. In this episode we discuss the history of Big Thunder Mountai...
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The Sweep Spot # 123 - Great Past guests Interviews from 2014-02-24T02:49:43
In this episode we take a look back at some of the amazing guests and discusions we have had on The Sweep Spot for almost over 3 years now. Listen to bits of interviews by Rolly Crump, Bob Gurr,...
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The Sweep Spot # 122 - The People Mover and The Rocket Rods at Disneyland from 2014-02-09T01:22:19
This week we take a look at one attraction that is very missed and another that may not be missed. We look at the people mover and the rocket rods. One attraction opened in 1967 and the other op...
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The Sweep Spot # 121 - Disneyland Books from 2014-01-26T04:03:19
In this episode Lynn and Ken discuss some of their faborite Disneyland books. Some of these books are about people who helped build Disneyland, worked there and more. Plus the latest Disneyland ...
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The Sweep Spot # 120 - Indiana Jones Adventure from 2014-01-11T17:50:58
In this episode we talk about an attraction in Disneyland, which is in Adventureland. This attraction is very popular and a must to go on when visiting Disneyland. Indiana Jones Adventure opened...
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The Sweep Spot # 119 - Disneyland 1963 Discussion With Nate Parrish from 2013-12-28T20:02:58
In this Episode we finsih up our series on the 3's. Meaning we covered Disneyland in 1993, 1983, 1973, and this time 1963. Nate Parrish of Wedway Radio Podcast joins us to discuss what kinds of ...
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The Sweep Spot # 118 - The Bathroom Of Tomorrow at Disneyland from 2013-12-22T03:08:44
In this episode Lynn Barron and Matt Parrish talk about an exhibit that was at Disneyland in the early years. This exhibit was in Tomorrowland and was called The Bathroom of Tomorrow. We learn s...
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The Sweep Spot # 117 - Themed Lines at Disneyland and Cleaning Them from 2013-12-08T04:57:03
In this episode we discuss lines or queues at Disneyland. Some have lots of theming and some do not, some have some touches of it too. We also discuss what it was like working lines at Disneylan...
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The Sweep Spot # 116 - Discussing Diane Disney Miller from 2013-11-23T23:19:23
In this episode Ken Pellman, David Smith and Lynn Barron discussion in a casual conversation about Diane Disney and her impact on the Disney company outside of being Walt Disney's daughter. www....
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The Sweep Spot 115 - Interview with Author Sam Gennawey from 2013-11-16T23:08:17
In this episode we welcome back author Sam Gennawey. Sam has a new book out called " The Disneyland Story - The Unofficial Guide To The Evolution Of Walt Disney's Dream". Sam talks with us live ...
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The Sweep Spot # 114 - Disney Legend Bob Gurr from 2013-11-02T17:42:08
In this episode we are so happy to have Bob Gurr back on our show. Bob is the man behind many attraction at Disneyland. I hope you enjoy this very good interview with a Disney Legend. www.theswe...
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The Sweep Spot # 113 - A Musical Journey Through Disneyland from 2013-10-27T01:48:09
In this special episode you are taken on a tour through Disneyland, with music. We go to each land and play some of the sounds and music you may hear as you go through each land. Lynn Barron is ...
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The Sweep Spot # 112 - A Look Back At Disneyland In 1993 from 2013-10-19T19:42:38
In this episode we take a look at what was going on at Disneyland in the year 1993. Ken and Lynn discuss some history and cast member stories along the way. www.thesweepspot.com
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The Sweep Spot # 111 - The Twilight Zone Tower Of Terror from 2013-10-05T17:48:44
In this episode Ken and Lynn take a look at one of the best themed attractions in all Disney parks. This is The Tower Of Terror. Learn history and more about this attraction. www.thesweepspot.co...
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The Sweep Spot # 110 - Disneyland Cast Members from the 70's and 80's from 2013-09-21T20:23:26
In this episode I am glad to welcome David Smith and his friend Kevin. David has been a guest on The Sweep Spot many times before and worked mainly canoes and Pirates while at Disneyland. Kevin ...
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The Sweep Spot # 109 - Disneyland Myths, Legends and Truth from 2013-09-14T18:54:36
In this episode Ken and Lynn discuss some of the many legends, myths and rumors that have circulated over the years. We tackle these rumors and straighten them out! Plus Disneyland Resort news w...
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The Sweep Spot # 108 - Disneyland 1973 With Jeff Baham from 2013-09-07T19:52:10
In this episode I am proud to have a guest on the show to help discuss Disneyland 1973, and that guest is Jeff Baham from Mousetalgia podcast. Jeff is also known for Doombuggies.com a Haunted Ma...
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The Sweep Spot # 107 - Circle-Vision from 2013-08-31T19:33:22
In this episode we take a look at an attraction that was there on opening day, but in a slightly different form. This is a theatre called Circle-Vision. The films that were shown inside this the...
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The Sweep Spot # 106 - Hong Kong Disneyland from 2013-08-26T03:27:22
In this episode we are happy to have back Lauren Delmont back to our show. This time we talk about Hong Kong Disneyland, since she has been there 3 times now. Enjoy! www.thesweepspot.com
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The Sweep Spot # 105 - D23 Expo Talk With Doug Barnes from 2013-08-17T20:30:20
In this episode we are pleased to have Doug Barnes from The Season Pass Podcast. We discuss the recent D23 Expo 2013. We talk to Doug about his passion for Disney and all the events over the pas...
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The Sweep Spot # 104 - Secret places, Pranks, and Cast Member Fun! from 2013-08-04T16:27:55
In this episode welcome back to our show Vince Mitchell. Vince was in Custodial at Disneyland in the 90s. He tells us stories about working there.
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The Sweep Spot # 103 - D23 Expo Preview from 2013-07-27T17:43:10
In this episode we welcome back David Smith and Russell Flores. Both are authors that will have their books on sale at the Expo. www.thesweepspot.com
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The Sweep Spot # 102 - Adventureland and Frontierland Shops from 2013-07-20T23:27:26
In this episode we take a look at all the diffferent shops that have been in Adventureland and Frontierland in Disneyland over the years. Some you may remember and some may be new to you, enjoy!...
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The Sweep Spot # 101 - The Main Street Electrical Parade from 2013-07-13T19:57:06
In this episode we take a look at Disneylands most famous parade. www.thesweepspot.com
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The Sweep Spot # 100 - Round Table Discussion from 2013-07-06T20:32:23
In this episode we celebrate our 100th show! To do this we bring on Ken, Tommy, and new co host Kristin. We have a round table discussion about the podcast and Disneyland! www.thesweepspot.com
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The Sweep Spot # 99 - A Look At Disneyland In 1983 from 2013-06-22T18:03:39
In this episode I am happy to have Kristin Jankel on the show. She is a former Disneyland cast member. We take a look at the year 1983 at Disneyland. www.thesweepspot.com
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The Sweep Spot # 98 - Safety At Disneyland from 2013-06-15T20:41:58
In this episode Ken comes on to talk about Safety at Disneyland. We talk about some of the changes Disneyland has made over the years to make attractions more safe for guests and cast members. A...
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The Sweep Spot # 97 - The Tim O Day Interview from 2013-06-08T19:08
In this episode we welcome Tim O day to the show. Tim has worked many different roles for the Walt Disney Company. From parades, to publicity, to promotional, to Imagineering, and an author. www...
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The Sweep Spot # 96 - Fights, Code V's, Parties, and More at Disneyland from 2013-06-02T05:04:52
In this episode we welcome former Disneyland cast member Vince Mitchell. He tells us some great stories about his time working at Disneyland.
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The Sweep Spot # 95 - The Viewliner and The Phantom Boats from 2013-05-18T20:51:44
In this episode we talk about two attractions that had a short stay at Disneyland, but are very interesting. www.thesweepspot.com
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The Sweep Spot # 94 - Why We Love Disneyland from 2013-05-11T21:51:08
In this episode we welcome Ken Pellman back. Lynn and Ken have a conversation about how and why we worked at Disneyland, memories, stories and more! www.thesweepspot.com
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The Sweep Spot # 93 - Disneyland In Two Days from 2013-05-04T21:28:49
In this episode we talk about what the best times are for certain attractions. We go through each land, and most attractions. We hope you find something new that you learned from this. Plus the ...
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The Sweep Spot # 92 - The Pirate Ship In Fantasyland from 2013-04-20T22:31:27
In this episode we discuss what used to be in Fatnasyland at Disneyland from 1955 to 1982. A Pirate Ship. www.thesweepspot.com
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The Sweep Spot # 91 - Remembering Annette Funicello from 2013-04-14T15:15:13
In this episode we talk about the recent passing of one of the original mouseketeers Annette Funicello. Annette's career was started with Disney, and we talk about some of her contributions to D...
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The Sweep Spot # 90 - Audio Animatronics from 2013-04-06T19:00:57
In this episode we talk about the begining of Audio Animatronics to now. We learn about the different types, and what attractions have them and had them.
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The Sweep Spot # 89 - Parades from 2013-03-23T19:52:04
In this episode we discuss all the different parades that have been at Disneyland, plus learn about how custodial did the cleanups. www.thesweepspot.com
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The Sweep Spot # 88 - Fantasyland Shops from 2013-03-16T17:48:46
In this episode we take a look at all the stores that used to be and that are in Fantasyland Disneyland. We are a podcast with two former Disneyland cast members talking Disneyland. Also the lat...
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The Sweep Spot # 87 - Westcot from 2013-03-09T20:49:19
In this episode Ken takes us on a journey of what Westcot would have been. Enjoy this look at the plans that Disney had to build a Epcot style park where DCA is now instead of DCA. www.thesweeps...
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The Sweep Spot # 86 - Blue Bayou, Tahitian Terrace and Ears For Isaac from 2013-03-02T20:47:18
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The Sweep Spot # 85 - Holidayland from 2013-02-17T19:32:37
In this short episode we discuss an area of Disneyland not too many people know about, but was part of Disneyland history.
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The Sweep Spot # 84 - Disneyland and The Magic Kingdom Discussion from 2013-02-09T17:38:46
In this episode we attempted to talk about making your ultimate Disneyland using attractions from Magic Kingdom in Florida and Disneyland. The conversation goes in other directions, but comes ou...
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The Sweep Spot # 83 - Magic Eye Theatre from 2013-02-02T21:12:35
In this episode we talk about the 3 different shows that took place in the Magic Eye Theatre at Disneyland. www.thesweepspot.com
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The Sweep Spot # 82 - Disneyland Books With George from 2013-01-26T17:54:26
In this episode we welcome George Taylor to our show to talk about the different Disneyland books out there. This was a fun discussion and hope you enjoy it! Show notes at www.thesweepspot.com
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The Sweep Spot # 81 - Answering listeners Questions with Ken from 2013-01-19T18:58:42
In this episode we finally get to a listeners question, which is our first and last day working at Disneyland. We hear some great stories about working at Disneyland with our good friend Ken Pel...
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The Sweep Spot # 80 - The Swiss Family Treehouse from 2013-01-12T22:13:08
In this episode we discuss the history of The Swiss Family Treehouse, and the changes that took place in 1999.
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The Sweep Spot # 79 - Disneyland Trip Report By Nate Parrish from 2012-12-28T17:04:56
In this episode we welcome Nate Parrish, who is one of the hosts of the Wedway Radio podcast. Nate discusses his visit to the Disneyland Resort this past Novemeber of 2012.
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The Sweep Spot # 77 - Jeff Heimbuch and Russell Flores and more! from 2012-12-16T22:02:59
In this episode we welcome two authors to the show Jeff Heimbuch who wrote a book with and about Rolly Crump, and then Russell Flores author of Seen Un-Seen Disneyland.
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The Sweep Spot # 77 - Going To Disneyland Resort With A Baby from 2012-12-08T18:29:14
In this show we give our tips on taking a baby to Disneyland. This show may not be for everyone, but I am sure we have family or friends who may have a baby, and you can share this info with the...
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The Sweep Spot # 76 - Windows On Main Street from 2012-12-01T19:05:08
In this episode we take a look at the windows on Main Street at Disneyland.
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The Sweep Spot # 75 - Former Jungle Cruise Skipper Kyle from 2012-11-24T19:53:53
In this episode we talk to Kyle who is an former Jungle Cruise skipper. Kyle is also host of a podcast all about the Jungle Cruise called Tales From the Jungle Crews. www.thesweepspot.com
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The Sweep Spot # 74 - Disneyland Trip Report from 2012-11-17T22:21:51
A Disneyland trip report
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The Sweep Spot # 73 - Star Wars and Tomorrowland Conversation from 2012-11-10T20:26:26
In this episode we welcome Dave Smith to our show along with Tommy to discuss the possibilities now that Disney owns Lucas Films.
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The Sweep Spot # 72 - Old Frontierland Part 1 from 2012-10-27T18:58:20
In this episode we look at two attractions that were in Frontierland where Big Thunder Mt. is now.
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The Sweep Spot # 71 - Richard Carradine Interview from 2012-10-20T20:54:03
In this episode we welcome author of The Park After Dark by Richard Carradine. Richard tells us ghost stories from Disneyland and more! Enjoy! www.thesweepspot.com
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The Sweep Spot # 70 - Bob Gurr Interview Part 3 from 2012-10-13T19:26:34
In this episode we continue our interview with Bob Gurr Disney Legend. www.thesweepspot.com
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The Sweep Spot # 69 - A Tour Of Disneyland With Sam Gennawey from 2012-10-06T19:10:36
In this episode we go on a virtual walking tour with Sam Gennawey. Sam is a Disney historian and author of Walt and the promist of progress city. Check out show notes at www.thesweepspot.com
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The Sweep Spot # 68 - Randy Crane, French Market and Plaza Inn from 2012-09-29T15:35:45
In this episode we welcome another guest, Randy Crane from Stories of The Magic podcast, and we look at two restaurants, The French Market and The Plaza Inn. www.thesweepspot.com
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The Sweep Spot # 67 - Tomorrowland 1967 from 2012-09-22T17:50:04
In this episode we take a look at the Tomorrowland refurb of 1967. Before that hear the Disneyland Resort News with Tommy. www.thesweepspot.com
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The Sweep Spot # 66 - Bob Gurr Interview Part 2 from 2012-09-15T18:38:28
In this episode we welcome back Disney legend Bob Gurr in part 2 of our 3 part series with him. Enjoy!
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The Sweep Spot # 65 - A Listeners Questions With Ken from 2012-09-08T20:54:45
In this episode we answer some questions a listener had for us.
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The Sweep Spot # 64 - Shooting Galleries and Arcades from 2012-09-02T02:06:38
In this episode we discuss the shooting galleries and arcades that have been in Disneyland over the years. www.thesweepspot.com
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The Sweep Spot # 63 - Working In Tomorrowland from 2012-08-25T07:24:29
In this episode we continue a series where we take an area at Disneyland and talk about what it was like working in custodial at Disneyland in that area.
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The Sweep Spot # 62 - Bob Gurr Interview Part 1 from 2012-08-11T17:23:44
In this episode we welcome Disney legend Bob Gurr to our show for a first in a series of 3 parts. www.thesweepspot.com
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The Sweep Spot # 61 - The Secret Tour of Disneyland DVD from 2012-08-05T01:41:24
In this episode we have the Disneyland Resort news with Tommy, then we welcome Lauren and John Delmont developers of the DVD " The Secret Tour of Disneyland ". Show notes at www.thesweepspot.com...
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The Sweep Spot # 60 - Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room from 2012-07-28T18:05:38
In this episode we discuss another favorite attraction of mine, The Tiki Room. We learn the changes it went through and what it was going to be originally, and more! www.thesweepspot.com
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The Sweep Spot # 59 - Mark Silverman and The Disneyland Fireworks from 2012-07-14T18:12:17
In this episode we welcome Mark Silverman who is the voice over in the preshow at the Tower of Terror attraction. Here some of his great voices, and hear Laura and I talk about Disneyland Firew...
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The Sweep Spot # 58 - Chris Strodder Author of The Disneyland Encyclopedia from 2012-07-02T03:03:36
In this episode we welcome Chris Strodder the author of The Disneyland Encyclopedia. This book has just been released in June 2012. Enjoy! www.thesweepspot.com
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The Sweep Spot # 57 - Rolly Crump Interview from 2012-06-24T20:45
In this episode we welcome a very special guest to our show, and he is Rolly Crump. Rolly was an imagineer, an animator for The Walt Disney company. He had worked on such classic attractions as ...
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The Sweep Spot # 56 - DCA Re Grand Opening and more! from 2012-06-17T22:21:08
In this episode Lynn, Laura, Tommy and Ken talk about the new editions to the Disneyland resort, and especially Carsland. www.thesweepspot.com
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The Sweep Spot # 55 - The Disneyland Skyway from 2012-06-09T17:24:08
In this episode we have some Disneyland Resort news with Tommy, and for our main segment we talk about an attraction that is now extinct, The Skyway. Hope you enjoy this journey across Fantasyla...
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The Sweep Spot # 54 - Disney California Adventure Expansion from 2012-06-02T21:30:58
In this episode we will discuss whats to come in the Disney California Adventure expansion, opening June 15, 2012. We welcome Tommy to help us describe all the new offerings coming very soon.
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The Sweep Spot # 53 - DCA Past, Present, and Future Part 1 from 2012-05-19T16:59:59
In this episode Laura, Tommy and I talk about Disney's California Adventures history. We take a look at the past, present and the future of that park. We also talk about some things we experienc...
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The Sweep Spot # 52 - Working Small World / Matterhorn Area from 2012-05-12T18:06:15
In this episode start a new segment with a new team member of The Sweep Spot, that is Tommy. Tommy will bring the news of The Disneyland Resort every episode. In the main segment this week, we w...
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The Sweep Spot # 51 - Disneyland Ticket Books with guest Dave Smith from 2012-05-05T18:07:58
In this episode we welcome back author, former Disneyland cast member and Disney fan, Dave Smith. We discuss the ticket books used at Disneyland from 1955 to 1982. We have some fun talking about...
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The Sweep Spot # 50 - Big Thunder Mountain Railroad from 2012-04-28T19:07:19
This is episode 50! and we talk about Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Disneyland. We take a look at its early stages and some secrets too. Enjoy!
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The Sweep Spot # 49 - Working In Fantasyland from 2012-04-14T18:32:38
In this episode we continue our series about working in custodial in the different areas of Disneyland. This week we talk about Fantasyland, and we welcome back ken Pellman to our show. www.thes...
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The Sweep Spot # 48 - Disgeek Podcast guys from 2012-04-07T17:55:54
In this episode we welcome the guys from one of my favorite podcast The Disgeek Podcast. We discuss many ideas, thoughts and stories about Disneyland. www.thesweepspot.com
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The Sweep Spot # 47 - Carousel of Progress from 2012-03-26T06:41:19
In this episode we talk about this popular show that was in the 64, 65 Worlds Fair, Disneyland and now WDW. For show notes go to www.thesweepspot.com
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The Sweep Spot # 46 - Working in New Orleans / Critter Country from 2012-03-18T03:24:34
In this episode we welcome back frequent guest Ken Pellman to continue our series on Working In the different areas of the park at a Disneyland Custodian, and our experiences working there. This...
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The Sweep Spot # 45 - Videopolis / Fantasyland Theatre from 2012-03-10T19:53:02
In this episode we first pay a tribute to a Disney legend who passed away this week, his name is Robert Sherman. Then we go back to the 80s, and look at Videopolis and Fantasyland Theatre. We le...
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The Sweep Spot # 44 - Mickeys Toontown from 2012-03-03T17:20:36
In this episode we take a look at the history of Mickeys Toontown at Disneyland. We look at the different attractions this land has to offer along with some behind the scenes stuff. Hope you enj...
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The Sweep Spot # 43 - The House Of The Future and The Flying Saucers from 2012-02-18T21:30:34
In this episode we take a look at two attractions that are no longer around at Disneyland. These attractions maybe were a hard of their time with the technology they presented. The Sweep Spot po...
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The Sweep Spot # 42 - Working In Adventureland / Frontierland from 2012-02-12T12:07:51
In this episode we continue a series we started in November where we visit each land and discuss how it was working as a custodian in that area of Disneyland. We welcome back frequent guest to t...
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The Sweep Spot # 41 - Space Mountain from 2012-02-04T20:33:55
In this episode we take a look at the history of Space Mountain at Disneyland. We learn that there is quite a bit of history behind this attraction. We also welcome back to our show Ken Pellman ...
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The Sweep Spot #40 - Alice In Wonderland and The Tea Cups from 2012-01-21T19:01:33
In this show, we take a look at a Mini-land in Disneyland. We look at The Alice In Wonderland Attraction and The Tea Cups. We talk about the history of these two attractions and how it was worki...
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The Sweep Spot # 39 - Keel Boats and Canoes from 2012-01-15T22:56:12
In this episode we welcome back author and former Disneyland cast member David Smith. We discuss two attractions that David had the chance to work on while working at Disneyland. Hear his great ...
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The Sweep Spot # 38 - Disneyland In The Rain / Club 33 Report / Carole Mumford from 2012-01-07T19:15:37
In this episode first Laura will talk about her most recent trip to Club 33, then we will talk about going to Disneyland in the rain, and cold. We give tips on how to make your day better with t...
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The Sweep Spot # 37 - New Years Eve at Disneyland from 2011-12-18T07:10:33
In this episode we discuss working at Disneyland on New Years Eve, and especially 1999. Hope you enjoy this and other episodes at www.thesweepspot.com
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The Sweep Spot # 36 - Adventure Thru Inner Space from 2011-12-11T17:29:33
In this episode 36, Laura is at Disneyland, so I welcome back my good friend Ken Pellman back to to the show to discuss Adventure Thru Inner Space. We both have memories of this attraction and t...
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The Sweep Spot # 35 - Christmas at Disneyland from 2011-12-04T00:00:42
In this episode we talk about some of the offerings at Disneyland, and some cast members things too! Enjoy this Holiday special as we also welcome a friend of ours to the show to discuss Disneyl...
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The Sweep Spot # 34 - Working on Main Street from 2011-11-26T19:18:14
In this episode we will start a new series where will we visit the different areas in the park and discuss how it is working in that area from a custodians point of view. We welcome back a frequ...
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The Sweep Spot # 33 - Club 33 from 2011-11-19T19:41:49
In this episode we talk about a restaurant in Disneyland that not many people have been in. Disney doesnt really advertise this place and it is one of Disneylands secret places. We talk about th...
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The Sweep Spot # 32 - Lynn's Family Trip Report from 2011-11-12T19:47:33
In this episode Lynn talks about his most recent trip to Disneyland with his family. Lynn talks about some of the attractions he went on, and the places he ate at, plus some tips while traveling...
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The Sweep Spot # 31 - King Arthur Carousel and Storybook Land Canal Boats from 2011-10-29T18:00
This week we take a look at two classic Disneyland attractions. These are both opening day attractions and both have great charm, and details. I hope you enjoy this journey and learn something n...
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The Sweep Spot # 30 - First Time At Disneyland Trip Report from 2011-10-25T03:49:18
In this episode 30 we talk to a listener of the show Mallory o' Bryant. It was her husband and her first trip to Disneyland and we hear all about it land by land. She is a long time WDW fan so i...
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The Sweep Spot # 29 - Haunted Mansion Holiday and Garner Holt from 2011-10-15T17:06
In this episode we will discuss the popular overlay Haunted Mansion Holiday. We will talk about its history, our experiences, and fun facts. Then in the second segment we are proud and honored t...
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The Sweep Spot # 28 - Retirement of a Custodial Legend and Plaza Gardens History from 2011-10-08T18:25:15
In this episode we welcome a guest to our show who was a former Disneyland custodian who talks about The retirement party for Former Disneyland Custodial manager Ray Sidejas. We hear about how h...
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The Sweep Spot # 27 - Mouse Tales Author David Koenig from 2011-10-01T17:00:34
In this episode we welcome author and Disney fan David Koenig. We discuss his books, and Disneyland memories. A very interesting look at behind the scenes at Disneyland. Check out the show notes...
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The Sweep Spot # 26 - Fantasmic from 2011-09-24T18:22:23
In this episode we take a look at a show that has been popular since it began, that show is Fantasmic! We look at its history, behind the scenes, and custodial aspect to the cleanup and more! En...
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The Sweep Spot # 25 - The Monorail from 2011-09-18T19:02:59
In this episode we finish up our 59 refurb series and discuss the Disneyland Monorail. We look at the history and some custodian stories. Remember to go to ...
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The Sweep Spot # 24 - Author of Hidden Mickey Books David Smith from 2011-09-10T21:31:44
In this episode we are very excited to have one of the authors of The Hidden Mickey Books join us for an interview. He is not only an author, but a big Disney fan and former cast member. Come al...
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The Sweep Spot #23 - Rocket To The Moon / Mission To Mars from 2011-09-03T16:29:22
In this episode we take a look at Walt Disneys interest in space and how it evolved into Disneyland. We look at attractions like Rocket to the moon, Flight to the moon, Mission to mars, and more...
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The Sweep Spot # 22 - Attractions and Movies, Plus D23 Expo report from 2011-08-28T22:35:37
In this episode we take a look at attractions at Disneyland and see which ones were inspired by movies. We also review our D23 Expo Weekend. Come along and enjoy this trip!
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The Sweep Spot # 21 - The Motor Boat Cruise, Fastpass and more! from 2011-08-18T06:45:08
In this episode we discuss an attraction that was around a long time, but wasnt the most popular attraction. We also take a look at fastpass at Disneyland.
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The Sweep Spot # 20 - The Mark Twain and Columbia Sailing Ship from 2011-08-13T18:05
In our 20th episode of The Sweep Spot we discuss two important attractions at Disneyland and dear to Walt. We talk about the history of The Mark Twain and the Columbia ship. At the end of the ep...
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The Sweep Spot # 19 - The Jungle Cruise from 2011-08-05T15:16:45
In this episode we discuss The Jungle Cruise. we talk about the history and learn some secrets about this opening day attraction. To tell these stories we are glad to welcome a former Jungle Cru...
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The Sweep Spot # 18 - Our Favorite Attractions In Disneyland from 2011-07-30T17:38:50
In this episode we take a tour of Disneyland and each pick our favorite attraction in each land. We also mention an attraction we have not been on before too, plus more! Enjoy this tour of Disne...
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The Sweep Spot # 17 - Splash Mountain and O.D.V. Cast Member from 2011-07-23T19:03:56
In This episode we bring back Ken Pellman to talk about Splash Mountain. He has such a unique story to tell about the opening of this attraction, I am sure all of you will truly enjoy this! Also...
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The Sweep Spot # 16 - Our 2nd Guest from 2011-07-20T01:20:49
In this episode we are joined by Aaron of The Disneyland Mixpot. We discuss alittle bit of everything. Enjoy!
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The Sweep Spot # 15 - Sleeping Beauty's Castle from 2011-07-16T17:04:17
In this episode we discuss one of the most recognizable landmarks, and in my opinion one of the most beautiful. We will discuss Sleeping Beauty's Castle with history, and fun facts, enjoy!
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The Sweep Spot # 14 - Dumbo and Casey Jr. Train from 2011-07-04T22:40:18
This Episode we learn some new things about Dumbo The Flying Elephant, Casey Jr. Train, Plus we ask each other some questions about our favorite things at the park.
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The Sweep Spot # 13 - The Submarine Voyage from 2011-06-30T00:15:01
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The Sweep Spot # 12 - Lynn's Disneyland Trip Report from 2011-06-18T19:11:10
In this episode we talk about Lynn's most recet trip to Disneyland with his Nephew. We talk about the new Star Tours, and Little mermaid attractions, plus more!
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The Sweep Spot # 11 - The Original Star Tours from 2011-06-05T22:28:05
In this episode we discuss the original Star Tours attraction at Disneyland. You will learn some history, secrets and our own experiences working around this attraction.
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The Sweep Spot # 10 - Fantasyland Dark Rides from 2011-05-30T22:43:55
In this episode we take a look at 4 dark rides in Fantasyland at Disneyland. We look at the history of these attractions and share some secrets, and experiences working around these attractions....
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The Sweep Spot # 9 - Laura's Disneyland Trip Report from 2011-05-18T17:26:45
In this episode Laura tells us about her most recent visit to the Disneyland Resort, and some tips on traveling with children. We go around Disneyland Park talking about almost every attraction ...
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The Sweep Spot # 8 - The Country Bear Jamboree from 2011-05-10T01:07
In this episode we talk about one of our favorite childhood attractions, and a well missed one too. The Country Bear Jamboree has been gone from Disneyland for almost 10 years now, and we take a...
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The Sweep Spot # 7 - The Matterhorn Bobsleds from 2011-05-01T23:00
In this episode we talk about the history of The Matterhorn Bobsleds, and some tales you may not have heard, Enjoy!
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The Sweep Spot # 6 - The Typical Day As A Disneyland Custodian from 2011-04-30T21:04:57
Join us this Episode as we have our first Guest on the show Ken Pellman. We talk about what a typical day as a Disneyland custodian is, and what it is like to work at Disneyland.
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The Sweep Spot #5 - The Must Do's at Disneyland from 2011-04-15T02:50:19
In this show we take you on a tour of Disneyland and tell you some of the things that you must see! We give you ideas, suggestions and secrets.
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