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Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World

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  • 314. Walt Disney's Dumbo - Part 1

    01:16:55||Ep. 314
    In this episode, Michael and Tom fly into the new year to begin their discussion of Walt Disney's Dumbo, including stories behind the making of the animated classic.Links:Michael’s Disneyland History SegmentsImportant DIS links and more information!Connecting with Walt on TwitterSources:Books:Taschen’s The Walt Disney Film Archives: The Animated Movies 1921-1968The Disney Films by Leonard MaltinWebsites/Articles:Why Labor Strife Was the Elephant in the Room for Disney’s Original ‘Dumbo’ by Tim Gray for VarietyThe Original Dumbo by Jim Korkis for MousePlanetDumbo! The Ninth Wonder of the Universe! Walt Disney Family MuseumFlying to New Heights: Celebrating 75 Years of Walt Disney’s Dumbo by Lucas Seastrom for The Walt Disney Family MuseumThe Original ‘Dumbo’ Story Would Have Had More Twists and Turns by David Kindy for Smithsonian Magazine

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  • 313. Disney Christmas Film Festival

    01:29:32||Ep. 313
    In this episode, Michael and Tom discuss some of their favorite Christmas movies and shows from the Disney family of companies, with each creating a suggested "playlist" for holiday viewing.Links:Michael’s Disneyland History SegmentsImportant DIS links and more information!Connecting with Walt on Twitter

  • 312. Directing at Disney with Pete Docter & Don Peri

    01:46:02||Ep. 312
    In this episode, Michael and Tom are joined by author Don Peri and Pixar Chief Creative Officer Pete Docter to discuss their new book DIrecting at Disney.Links:Michael’s Disneyland History SegmentsImportant DIS links and more information!Connecting with Walt on TwitterDirecting at Disney

  • 311. Connecting With Disney Music - Part 1

    01:20:34||Ep. 311
    In this episode, Michael and Tom march through the history of music in Walt Disney's animated productions, from Silly Symphonies to Snow White and beyond.Links:Michael’s Disneyland History SegmentsImportant DIS links and more information!Connecting with Walt on TwitterSources:Books:The Musical World of Walt Disney by David TietyenDisney Melodies: The Magic of Disney Music by Karl BeaudryWebsites/Articles:Evolution of Disney MusicFrom “When You Wish Upon a Star’ to ‘Let it Go,’ Disney Has a History of Making Pop Culture Hits by Jon Burlingame for VarietyHow Disney Film Music Has Evolved Over the Decades: From Snow White to Frozen by Andrea LawrenceThe Genesis of Disney Music: 1920-1950 by Jason SchliermanThe Role of Music in Disney Movies by Kamran Ahmed

  • 310. Disneyland Team Reunion Winter 2024 - Part 2

    01:12:56||Ep. 310
    In this episode, Michael and Tom continue their chat with former members of our Disneyland podcast family Mary Jo, Nancy, and Louella. The team discusses their favorite things about the holidays at the Disneyland Resort, plus a couple of holiday Day Six options.Links:Michael’s Disneyland History SegmentsImportant DIS links and more information!Connecting with Walt on TwitterLos Angeles Christmas MarketMetrolink Holiday Express Train

  • 309. Disneyland Team Reunion Winter 2024 - Part 1

    01:12:39||Ep. 309
    In this episode, Michael and Tom catch up with former members of our Disneyland podcast family, including Mary Jo, Nancy, and Louella. The team discusses their thoughts about recent news and upcoming events at the Disneyland Resort.Links:Michael’s Disneyland History SegmentsImportant DIS links and more information!Connecting with Walt on TwitterHilbert Museum

  • 308. History of EPCOT Center's The Land - Part 2

    01:03:40||Ep. 308
    In this episode, Michael and Tom explore more history of The Land pavilion at EPCOT Center and discover why Food Rocks!Links:Michael’s Disneyland History SegmentsImportant DIS links and more information!Connecting with Walt on TwitterSources:Books/Magazines:The Epcot Explorer’s Encyclopedia: A Guide to Walt Disney World’s Greatest Theme Park by R.A. PedersenThe Hidden Magic of Walt Disney World 3rd Edition by Susan VenessWebsites/Articles:The Land – The Mickey WikiRemembering the Magic: The Land Pavilion by Jonathan Heigl for MouseplanetThe History of EPCOT’s Defunct Kitchen Kabaret by Matt N. for Storybook Amusement
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