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

In this episode, Michael and Tom dig into the history of The Land pavilion at EPCOT Center and take a tour of the original version that lasted just 10 years.Links:Michael’s Disneyland History SegmentsImportant DIS links and more information!Connecting with Walt on TwitterSources:Books/Magazines:Walt Disney’s EPCOT Center: Creating the New World of Tomorrow, text by Richard R. BeardThe 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:Kitchen Kabaret – The Disney WikiThe 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 AmusementTake a Retro Journey to The Land Pavilion with this 1987 EPCOT Teacher’s Guide by Matthew Soberman for WDW News TodayEPCOT Center: The Land Early Concept Model Pictures by Guy Selga

In this episode, Michael and Tom chat with special guests Louella, Patty and Trish about their experiences at this year's D23 Expo. This week, the team shares their final thoughts, including discussions of the show floor, shopping opportunities, D23 Day at Disneyland, and more.Links:Michael’s Disneyland History SegmentsImportant DIS links and more information!Connecting with Walt on Twitter

In this episode, Michael and Tom chat with special guests Louella, Patty and Trish about their experiences at this year's D23 Expo. This week, the team discusses the panels they attended at the Anaheim Convention Center on the third day of the Expo. Included are discussions of the Sherman Brothers, Disney character voices, inside Imagineering, and a chat with Stacia Martin.Links:Michael’s Disneyland History SegmentsImportant DIS links and more information!Connecting with Walt on Twitter

In this episode, Michael and Tom chat with special guests Louella, Patty and Trish about their experiences at this year's D23 Expo. This week, the team discusses the panels they attended at the Anaheim Convention Center on the second day of the Expo. Included are discussions of Abbott Elementary, the 1964-65 World's Fair, primetime animation greats, and Disney directors.Links:Michael’s Disneyland History SegmentsImportant DIS links and more information!Connecting with Walt on Twitter

In this episode, Michael and Tom chat with special guests Louella, Patty and Trish about their experiences at this year's D23 Expo. This week, the team discusses the panels they attended at the Anaheim Convention Center on the first day of the Expo. Included are discussions of The Muppets, Walt Disney's trip to South America, directing animation, and bringing animation to life in the parks.Links:Michael’s Disneyland History SegmentsImportant DIS links and more information!Connecting with Walt on Twitter

In this episode, Michael and Tom chat with special guests Louella, Patty and Trish about their experiences at this year's D23 Expo. This week, the panel discusses the presentation at the Honda Center that honored the new Disney Legends, along with a panel earlier in the day at the Anaheim Convention Center that included in-depth chats with several Legends.Links:Michael’s Disneyland History SegmentsImportant DIS links and more information!Connecting with Walt on Twitter

In this episode from the archives of the Disneyland podcast, Michael chats with author Don Ballard about the history of the Disneyland Hotel.Links:Michael’s Disneyland History SegmentsImportant DIS links and more information!Connecting with Walt on Twitter

In this episode, Michael tests Tom on his knowledge of the themed weather vanes and spires in Disneyland Park and the Magic Kingdom..Links:Michael’s Disneyland History SegmentsImportant DIS links and more information!Connecting with Walt on TwitterSources:Books/Magazines:A Magical Half-Century: Stories Celebrating Walt Disney World’s First 50 Years by Christopher E. SmithWebsites/Articles:Disneyland Weather Vanes by DavelandblogThe Story Behind Weathervanes by Copper Ridge CupolasA Brief History of Weather Vanes by Rachelle Oblack for ThoughtCo.Disneyland weather vanes, roof ornaments, and spires by DizBuffCan You Identify These Magic Kingdom Weather Vanes? By Molly McCormack for AllEars.netNew Weathervane Installed at Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Magic Kingdom by Jackie Gailey for The DIS