Mama Needs More Disney

Send us Fan Mail This week, we are traveling to outer space and exploring the cosmic battle against the evil galactic emperor Zurg in the Walt Disney World ride and its many variations across parks both domestically and internationally! Listen in as we dive into Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin and learn about the inspiration, history of it's predecessors and the journey to the fun com...

Send us Fan Mail This week listen in to our final mini deep dive Halloween episode for the year. On October 31st 2007, a majestic oak tree in Frontierland, Disneyland, was dedicated to Ray Bradbury in honor of his friendship and contributions to Disney. While the plaque and dedication can be seen year round, Halloween is the only season that sees Bradbury's tree decorated in hand painted pump...

Send us Fan Mail This week we are departing from our usual dive into park attractions, and are delving into our personal Halloween favorite, the Disney cult classic film, Hocus Pocus! Listen in as we dive into the storyline, use of state of the art technology, and practical effects that were used to create the film. While not an immediate hit, this film has since become a cult favorite and we have...

Send us Fan Mail This week we are discussing an American folklore classic, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. Written by Washington Irving, this story inspired Walt Disney and animators to create the short film, The Adventures of Ichabod. Since then, there have been ideas to bring elements of this American classic into the Disney parks. Listen in to learn more! Find full recipes for this week's the...

Send us Fan Mail This week, we are doing a mini deep dive into the history of Halloween coming to Disney parks. Listen in to learn how a celebration that started as a one day event grew to a season long, highly anticipated holiday extravaganza! Find full recipes for this week's themed cocktail and mocktail on our instagram @MamaNeedsMoreDisney! Spirited: The Grand Goblin Steady: The Caramel C...

Send us Fan Mail This week we are deep diving into Jess' recent adventure to the Disney Parks in Paris. We discuss the tips and tricks she found helpful, and her experiential recommendations to make magical moments for yourself and with kids. Listen in to learn more! Find full recipes for this week's themed cocktails on our instagram @MamaNeedsMoreDisney Spirited: The Provincial Spritz S...

Send us Fan Mail This week, we are diving into the beautiful vehicles of Main Street. Listen in as we explore Walt Disney's vision to bring turn of the century transportation to Disneyland, completing the ambience of Main Street U.S.A. Brought to life by legendary Imagineer, Bob Gurr, these iconic vehicles still carry Disney fans up and down Main Street today. Find full recipes for this week&...

Send us Fan Mail This week we are deep diving into a classic Disney coaster, Space Mountain! Opening in 1975 in Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World, it was the first Disney computer operated roller coasters. It is a beloved ride that has been brought to international parks with different spins and iterations. Listen in as we dive into the development, mechanics, and story concepts for this ride thr...

Send us Fan Mail This week we are deep diving into the classic and nostalgic sound of Main Street U.S.A., the Dapper Dans! Listen in as we discuss some of the history of Barbershop Quartets and how this music made its way onto Main Street with the group coined by Walt Disney as 'the ambassadors of Main Street'.  Find full recipes for this week's themed cocktail and mocktail on our i...

Send us Fan Mail This week we are diving back into our series about the individuals who make the magic happen and in this case, the very soil of Disneyland. We are highlighting the visionary horticulturist, Bill Evans. From developing propagation techniques and soil to atmospheric storytelling with plant choice and placement, Bill left a legacy of magic at Disney. Listen in to learn more! Find ful...

Send us Fan Mail This week, we are deep diving into another classic Disney icon and piece of American history, the sailing ship Columbia. A replica of the Columbia Rediviva from the 1780's, the Columbia takes park goers around the Rivers of America in Disneyland. In addition to a ride on the river, the Columbia has a museum like feel below deck and is featured in the night-time spectacular, F...

Send us Fan Mail Join us this week as we deep dive into an attraction that also served as the venue for Walt and Lillian Disney's 30th wedding anniversary. Inspired by the boats traveling along the Mississippi River in the late 19th century, the Mark Twain River Boat was an opening day attraction, providing the perfect touch of Americana nostalgia Walt Disney was envisioning. Listen in as we...

Send us Fan Mail Join us this week as we discuss a classic Disneyland dark ride, Pinocchio's Daring Journey! We deep dive into the inspiration behind the Disney Film, the evolution from film to dark ride, and the brilliant imagineering magic touches showcased, including the first use of holographic technique. Listen in to learn more! Find full recipe for this week's themed mocktail and c...

Send us Fan Mail Join us this week as we deep dive into an epic adventure dark trackless dark ride, Mystic Manor! The home of Society of Explorers and Adventurers member, Lord Henry Mystic, Mystic Manor is filled with curios from his adventures around the globe. The second trackless ride that Disney developed, Mystic Manor showcases brilliant design and storytelling. Listen in to learn more! Find...

Send us Fan Mail This week, we are doing a mini deep dive into the cult classic treat, Dole Whip. Faced with the challenge of Florida's heat and humidity causing soft serve ice cream to melt before park-goers could fully enjoy the sweet treat, Dole turned to food scientist Kathy Westphal to solve their delectable dilemma. Listen in to learn more about the history, development and updates to t...

Send us Fan Mail This week, we are diving into one of the most expensive roller coaster when it opened, Expedition Everest in Animal Kingdom. Listen in as we talk about some of the lore which inspired this incredible ride, the brilliant mechanics behind this epic adventure and the imagineers who brought it to life!  Find full recipes for this week's themed libations on our instagram @MamaNeed...

Send us Fan Mail This week, we are diving in to a beloved attraction, the Enchanted Tiki Room. Imagined, developed and brought to life by some of the original Imagineers. the Enchanted Tiki Room heralded in an era of audio-animatronics for Disney and has won fans over around the world. Listen in to find out more about the history of Tiki and this enchanting attraction!  Find full recipes for this...

Send us Fan Mail This week we deep dive into a unique thrill ride inspired by the Touchstone film, Mission to Mars. Not for the faint of heart, Mission Space, is a simulator ride and uses a giant centrifuge to allow riders to experience 2.4 Gs of force, similar to what astronauts may feel when launching. Listen in to hear more about this intense, but brilliant ride! Find full recipes for this week...

Send us Fan Mail This week we are diving back into our imagineer spotlight series and highlighting the legendary Alice Davis. Seamstress to the stars, Alice dressed some of the most iconic animatronics from classic Disney rides and brought a meticulous level of care and creativity to transform characters into living and breathing beings. Listen in to learn more about her life and the magical legac...

Send us Fan Mail This week we are driving through a beloved and opening day attraction, Mr. Toad's Wild Ride. We discuss the origin story, creative development, magic touches and updates that have made this ride a cult classic.   Find full recipes for this week's themed cocktail and mocktails on our instagram @MamaNeedsMoreDisney.  Spirited: The Ghost of Mr. Toad Steady: The Toad to Ruin...

Send us Fan Mail This week, we are doing a mini deep dive into the legend of a land that was never built in Animal Kingdom; the mythological Beastly Kingdom. We explore the lore and creative concepts drafted by imagineers for this fabled land. While the full concept never came to light, mythical creatures were eventually brought to life as Pandora was built in the spot that Beastly Kingdom was ini...

Send us Fan Mail This week, we are driving through the origin and history of a cult classic attraction, Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin! Based on the cartoon noir, Who Framed Roger Rabbit, this ride is a zany adventure and remains a fan favorite today. Listen in to learn about the rides development, use of practical magic effects and character development arcs.  Find full recipes for this week&a...

Send us Fan Mail This week, we dive into the shabby futuristic Black Spire outpost on Batuu in Galaxy's Edge. Complete with its own language, a full scale Millennium Falcon, new and old characters to meet, this area is filled with magic touches! Listen in as we discuss the area's conception, development, storyline and some fan favorite experiences.  Find full recipes for this week's...

Send us Fan Mail Listen in this week as we dive into one of Disney's most immersive lands, Zootopia, at Shanghai Disney Resort! We explore the ambience, top snacks, highlights and tips to navigating this iconic space. Packed with the most advanced animatronics, the E-ticket trackless dark ride attraction- Hot Pursuit, and fun spontaneous shows, this land is unique and filled with fun for all...

Send us Fan Mail This week, we are diving into some of the history of Disney's connection with conservation and edutainment! An opening day attraction, Conservation Station was updated to include Rafiki's Planet Watch and is now actively being re-themed to Bluey's Wild World (set to re-open May 26, 2026). Walt Disney had a love for animals and his legacy of creating education about...