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WDW Radio # 755 - Disney Legend Dave Smith Interview - From the WDW Radio Archives As part of our celebration of the Disney 100 year anniversary, it's only appropriate that this week I go way back into the Archives for an interview with Disney Legend Dave Smith, the founder of the Walt Disney Archives. 13 years ago, I was at work and literally had to lock myself in a closet at my office to interview Dave, who I had known for some time. His name is, and always will be, synonymous with Disney history. From founding the Walt Disney Archives in 1970, to authoring numerous books, Dave Smith’s 40 year career with the company afforded him the opportunity to help preserve the magic that began with Walt himself. Dave and I discuss his career, including not just his role in the creation and legacy of the Archives, but its challenges, personal highlights, changes and his future, as he prepares to retire from this “temporary” job that lasted four decades. It’s a fascinating conversation not just about the Archives, but t

WDW Radio # 754 - Top Ten Moments in Walt Disney Company History - Part 2 Join me as we continue our magical trip down memory lane, diving deep into the Top Ten moments and incredible individuals who truly made a mark on the Disney legacy, and shaped the happiest company on earth. If you like what you hear, please share the show and tell a friend. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio Show. ---------------------------------- WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse - Join the community and conversation on Facebook WDWRadioNATION - Get monthly rewards, and help support the show WDWRadioLIVE.com - Watch and chat LIVE Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET WDWRadio.com/Podcasts - Show notes, past episodes, links, and photos WDWRadio.com/Events - WDW Radio Disney meets, events, cruises, and more! WDWRadio.com/Shirts - Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, logo gear and more! 407-900-9391 - Call the voicemail with a question, comment or "Hello!" from the parks THANK YOU for your support b

WDW Radio # 753 - Secrets, Stories, and History of the Haunted Mansion - From the WDW Radio Archives With Halloween season upon us, the Haunted Mansion is the perfect attraction to visit, and revisit in this week's trip to the Archives. Plus, with the announcement of the Haunted Mansion Parlor coming to the Disney Treasure on Disney Cruise Line, it's like the happy haunts have received your sympathetic vibrations. So this week, we’re going to go back to the very beginnings of how the concept of this legendary and classic attraction came to be, its many stages, stories, players, secrets, troubles, and how it eventually became the Haunted Mansions around the world that we know and love. We'll explore the evolution of the Haunted Mansion, as well as its myths and legends. And speaking of Legends, as we step into the Mansion's sinister halls, we'll uncover the creative minds behind the attraction, such as Ken Anderson, Claude Coates, Mark Davis, and Rolly Crump. Join us as we unravel the fascinating journey of th

WDW Radio # 752 - Top Ten Moments in Walt Disney Company History Have you ever wondered which pivotal moments shaped the Disney legacy? As we celebrate Disney 100, and the hundred years of magic from the Walt Disney Company, we are going to deep dive into into the top ten milestone moments that created a legacy of dreams and transformed the world of entertainment forever. Our journey will take us from first steps through triumphs, tribulations, and transitions, and from individual moments to monumental shifts. We'll look at not only how they got us here, but their continuing impacts on the future, and the people that made the dreams a reality. If you like what you hear, please share the show and tell a friend. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio Show. ---------------------------------- WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse - Join the community and conversation on Facebook WDWRadioNATION - Get monthly rewards, and help support the show WDWRadioLIVE.com -

WDW Radio # 751 - 10 Reasons You Need to Attend the Swan & Dolphin Food and Wine Classic We're going from Fantasyland to Flavorland, as we share 10 reasons to visit (spoiler alert) my favorite foodie event of the year, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic! It's a whole new world of flavors as DIsney dreams and delicious flavors combine for an unforgettable experience! We'll discuss some of the many reasons to attend, can't-miss items, and overlooked culinary gems and experiences and invite you to join us at this year's event. If you like what you hear, please share the show and tell a friend. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio Show. ---------------------------------- WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse - Join the community and conversation on Facebook WDWRadioNATION - Get monthly rewards, and help support the show WDWRadioLIVE.com - Watch and chat LIVE Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET WDWRadio.com/Podcasts - Show notes, past episode

WDW Radio # 750 - Listener Email: Dining Surprises, Tips for Disneyland Paris and Special Disney Cruises, Traditions, & More! This week, I'm opening up the inbox to dive into your questions and queries. We’ll explore surprise dining reservations, stroll down memory lane to Fulton's Crab House and the present with Paddlefish, and chat about Disney traditions and enchanting superstitions... and how and why you can share yours. Plus, we have some quick tips for a day at Disneyland Paris and Disney Cruise Line Very Merrytime cruise must-dos! We'll also talk about what a not-so-typical day for me looks like... and have some surprise questions, including ones for you to answer! If you like what you hear, please share the show and tell a friend. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio Show. ---------------------------------- WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse - Join the community and conversation on Facebook WDWRadioNATION - Get monthly rewards, and help sup

WDW Radio # 749 - History of Halloween in the Disney Parks - From the WDW Radio Archives I ventured back into the WDW Radio Archives this week to the chills and thrills of Show 606, and a spine-chilling journey into the depths of Disney's Halloween history as continue to celebrate the “spirit” of the season as we look back at the history and evolution of Halloween in the Disney Parks, from Disneyland’s “Parade of the Pumpkins,” to the legendary Ray Bradbury's enchanting Halloween tree, to the many iterations and locations in Walt Disney World, and the vastly different celebrations in the Disney Parks worldwide. So grab some candy corn (or pumpkin spice latte), settle in, and prepare to be transported into a world where all things spooky and magical collide as we unlock the vault of Disney Halloween magic. What is YOUR favorite way Halloween is (or has been) celebrated in the Disney Parks? Share your thoughts in the WDW Radio Clubhouse at WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse, or call the voicemail at 407-900-9391 (WDW1) and

WDW Radio # 748 - Top Ten Spooky Places in Walt Disney World - From the WDW Radio Archives I am basically a 7 year old boy trapped in a... much older body... and I love Halloween. I love everything about it. The decorations, the scary movies, pumpkin spice everything, the weather, and even the Disney Parks. In fact, Walt Disney World, even outside the Not-So-Scary season, has its fair share of creepy places, spaces, and moments. So this week, we're going back to WDW Radio show # 246 from All Hallows Eve in 2011, to look around the resort, in the parks and closely at some attractions that have their creepy moments. So take your “loved ones” by the hand, as we look at our Ten Ten Spooky Places in Walt Disney World. What is YOUR favorite spooky spot in Walt Disney World? Why? Share your thoughts in the WDW Radio Clubhouse at WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse, or call the voicemail at 407-900-9391 (WDW1) and share your story on the show. But for now... sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode from the Archives on the

WDW Radio # 747 - 10 More Reasons You Need to Visit Disneyland If you're looking for a reason to visit Disneyland for the first time, or an excuse to go back again, this week we share 10 MORE Reasons to visit Disneyland! From new experiences to timeless classics, reimagined attractions to special events and more (yes, of course there will be food), start packing your bags now, because there's more to explore than ever before! Stay tuned for our Disney Trivia Question of the Week where you can enter to win a Disney prize package, and more updates at the end of the show. If you like what you hear, please share the show and tell a friend. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio Show. ---------------------------------- WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse - Join the community and conversation on Facebook WDWRadioNATION - Get monthly rewards, and help support the show WDWRadioLIVE.com - Watch and chat LIVE Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET WDWRadio.com/Podcasts - Show not

WDW Radio # 746 - How Disneyland’s Origins Have Impacted Walt Disney World - From the WDW Radio Archives With Walt Disney World's anniversary coming up on October 1... and this incredible sense of nostalgia and sentiment I have been feeling lately... it prompted my idea for this week's visit to the Archives, and this past week's LIVE show. Thank you for tuning in and being part of our WDW Radio LIVE show on Wed Sept. 20 where we boarded the Wayback Machine and took a trip down Walt Disney World's Memory Lane! We dove into some Disney nostalgia as we share memories of days gone by in Walt Disney World, and I shared a number of vintage photos from the parks... and me back in the 70's... and we all shared attractions, shows, resorts, and of course food that we remember and miss. You can watch the replay and be part of the community and conversation by going to WDWRadio.com/Video). And that got me to thinking about the origins of Walt Disney World... and inspirations. So this week, we're going back to Show # 179

WDW Radio # 745 - Inside Disney Imagineering with Former Imagineer Nick DeSomov I sit down with former Walt Disney Imagineer Nick DeSomov as we dive into the world of groundbreaking design and technology as Nick takes us behind the scenes of creating immersive experiences at the theme parks. From his work on the Magic Telescope concept to his role in digitizing Disney characters and designing rock structures, Nick helps us explore the fascinating blend of artistry and innovation that goes into crafting the magic of Disney.WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse, or call the voicemail at 407-900-9391 (WDW1) and share your story on the show. But for now... sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode from the Archives on the WDW Radio show. ---------------------------------- WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse - Join the community and conversation on Facebook WDWRadioNATION - Get monthly rewards, and help support the show WDWRadioLIVE.com - Watch and chat LIVE Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET WDWRadio.com/Po

WDW Radio # 744 - Destination D23 Debrief: Recap and Reflection Destination D23 at Disney's Contemporary Resort was a weekend full of not only looking back on Disney Parks and Studios history, but a peek at what's ahead as well. This week, we'll debrief the event, recap what was announced, and reflect on what's to come... and what may not be. Share your thoughts in the WDW Radio Clubhouse at WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse, or call the voicemail at 407-900-9391 (WDW1) and share your story on the show. But for now... sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode from the Archives on the WDW Radio show. ---------------------------------- WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse - Join the community and conversation on Facebook WDWRadioNATION - Get monthly rewards, and help support the show WDWRadioLIVE.com - Watch and chat LIVE Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET WDWRadio.com/Podcasts - Show notes, past episodes, links, and photos WDWRadio.com/Events - WDW Radio Disney meets, events, cruises, and more! WDWRad

WDW Radio # 743 - Your Key to the Disney Treasure: Everything You Need to Know, What We Predict, and Wish For We'll unlock the the secrets of the Disney Treasure, the newest ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet, as we discuss what we know so far, what we still have to learn, our predictions for what's yet to be announced, and our wish lists. Share your thoughts in the WDW Radio Clubhouse at WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse, or call the voicemail at 407-900-9391 (WDW1) and share your story on the show. But for now... sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode from the Archives on the WDW Radio show. ---------------------------------- WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse - Join the community and conversation on Facebook WDWRadioNATION - Get monthly rewards, and help support the show WDWRadioLIVE.com - Watch and chat LIVE Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET WDWRadio.com/Podcasts - Show notes, past episodes, links, and photos WDWRadio.com/Events - WDW Radio Disney meets, events, cruises, and more! WDWRadi

WDW Radio # 742 - 10 Questions With Former Imagineer Kevin Lively Former Imagineer, writer, and Jungle Cruise Skipper Kevin Lively joins me again this week to share the secrets behind creating unforgettable experiences in the Disney Parks, as he shares fascinating stories and insights as he answers my 10 questions about attractions, backstories, history, and nostalgia, technology, and what's next for the Disney theme park experience. Share your thoughts in the WDW Radio Clubhouse at WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse, or call the voicemail at 407-900-9391 (WDW1) and share your story on the show. But for now... sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode from the Archives on the WDW Radio show. ---------------------------------- WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse - Join the community and conversation on Facebook WDWRadioNATION - Get monthly rewards, and help support the show WDWRadioLIVE.com - Watch and chat LIVE Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET WDWRadio.com/Podcasts - Show notes, past episodes, link

WDW Radio # 741 - LIVE Review of What's New at the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival Virtually graze through EPCOT with us as we taste, rate, and review the best of the best of what's new at the 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival. We discover some of the best the Festival has to offer, including some surprising, can't-miss marketplaces and items! Share your thoughts in the WDW Radio Clubhouse at WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse, or call the voicemail at 407-900-9391 (WDW1) and share your story on the show. But for now... sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode from the Archives on the WDW Radio show. ---------------------------------- WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse - Join the community and conversation on Facebook WDWRadioNATION - Get monthly rewards, and help support the show WDWRadioLIVE.com - Watch and chat LIVE Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET WDWRadio.com/Podcasts - Show notes, past episodes, links, and photos WDWRadio.com/Events - WDW Radio Disney meets, eve

WDW Radio # 740 - The Best of the West: Our WDW Radio Adventures by Disney to Wyoming Join us way out West this week as we gather round the campfire to recap our WDW Radio Adventures by Disney to Wyoming, and discuss not just our adventure, but break down what makes an ABD such a remarkable travel experience. Share your thoughts in the WDW Radio Clubhouse at WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse, or call the voicemail at 407-900-9391 (WDW1) and share your story on the show. But for now... sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode from the Archives on the WDW Radio show. ---------------------------------- WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse - Join the community and conversation on Facebook WDWRadioNATION - Get monthly rewards, and help support the show WDWRadioLIVE.com - Watch and chat LIVE Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET WDWRadio.com/Podcasts - Show notes, past episodes, links, and photos WDWRadio.com/Events - WDW Radio Disney meets, events, cruises, and more! WDWRadio.com/Shirts - Disney, Marvel, St

WDW Radio # 739 - Top Ten Places We'd Love to Sleep Overnight in Walt Disney World We're going to have some fun this week as we let our imaginations run wild and share our top ten places we'd love to sleep in overnight in Walt Disney World. Not the resorts, but attractions, buildings, scenes, and even a few places that... well... I'll let you listen and judge for yourself... AND you can share where you'd like to spend the night if you could! Share your thoughts in the WDW Radio Clubhouse at WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse, or call the voicemail at 407-900-9391 (WDW1) and share your story on the show. But for now... sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode from the Archives on the WDW Radio show. ---------------------------------- WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse - Join the community and conversation on Facebook WDWRadioNATION - Get monthly rewards, and help support the show WDWRadioLIVE.com - Watch and chat LIVE Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET WDWRadio.com/Podcasts - Show notes, past episod

WDW Radio # 738 - Jim Korkis Tribute: History of the Hoop Dee Do Musical Revue - From the WDW Radio Archives A tribute to our friend Jim Korkis, who passed away on July 28, 2023... and timing being everything, a connection to my conversation with Hoop Dee Do performer Rob Lott on Show 737. Back on Show 376 in 2014, we looked at the history of the Hoop Dee Do Musical Revue, as we celebrated the 40th anniversary of the longest running show not just in Walt Disney World, but in all of American musical theater. We'll look back at how the show got started, why it almost never came to be, and why it remains so fun and popular. Share your thoughts in the WDW Radio Clubhouse at WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse, or call the voicemail at 407-900-9391 (WDW1) and share your story on the show. But for now... sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode from the Archives on the WDW Radio show. ---------------------------------- WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse - Join the community and conversation on

WDW Radio # 737 - Interview With Character: Disney Cast Member Rob Lott Join me this week as I sit down with Cast Member Rob Lott as he shares his journey, story, and lessons from onstage, backstage, and even as a friend of some of your favorite characters. From the Hoop De Doo to the Dapper Dans to Tokyo Disney Sea, we discuss not just his career, but the hows and whys of creating Disney magic. Share your thoughts in the WDW Radio Clubhouse at WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse, or call the voicemail at 407-900-9391 (WDW1) and share your story on the show. But for now... sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode from the Archives on the WDW Radio show. ---------------------------------- WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse - Join the community and conversation on Facebook WDWRadioNATION - Get monthly rewards, and help support the show WDWRadioLIVE.com - Watch and chat LIVE Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET WDWRadio.com/Podcasts - Show notes, past episodes, links, and photos WDWRadio.com/Events - WDW

WDW Radio # 736 - Vinyl Treasures - The Harmonious History of Disney Park Records & Soundtracks Step into the world of Disney theme park music as we journey through the captivating history of its soundtracks, with classic stories, sounds, and symphonies preserved on vinyl and CD. Join us on this nostalgic exploration of the timeless melodies that have brought the magic to life for generations of park fans. We delve deep into the captivating story of how Disney's theme park soundtracks made their way out of the parks and into our homes...and cars... and eventually our phones. From the nostalgic crackle of a well-worn record to the pristine sound of a compact disc, we'll unravel the stories behind these enchanting compositions and collections... and collectibles... showcasing how they've shaped the immersive experience at Disney parks worldwide, and their enduring impact on guests. Do you own or collect any Disney park soundtracks on vinyl or CD? Which one is your favorite? Share your thoughts in the WDW Ra