Park Mapping Podcast

Join Bruce and Harbor as they take a trip down Disney World's darkest, scariest, and most terrifying memory lane! From legendary attractions of the past to rides that pushed the limits of fear, we're counting down the scariest rides in Disney World history. Which ride terrified you the most?

Are those extra Walt Disney World costs actually worth it? Bruce and Harbor break down some of the biggest trip decisions, including staying off-property vs. at a Disney Resort, upgrading to Park Hopper, the Disney Dining Plan, Lightning Lane, and Memory Maker. We'll look at the pros, cons, and who each option might make sense for—so you can decide where to spend your Disney vacation budget!

For decades, the Rivers of America was one of the defining features of Magic Kingdom. From the Liberty Belle and Tom Sawyer Island to the Davy Crockett Explorer Canoes and the long-gone Mike Fink Keel Boats, the river was more than scenery—it was part of the DNA of Frontierland. But the river's story began long before Walt Disney World opened in 1971. Inspired by Walt Disney's fascination with Ame...

Last week, Bruce and Harbor gave their predictions for D23 2026, so this week they review what they learned and if any of their predictions came true! Were you surprised by any of the announcements at D23 this year??

In this weeks episode, Bruce and Harbor give their predictions for what they think might be revealed during D23 for the Disney World parks. What do you think might be announced?

In this episode, Bruce and Harbor discuss the documentary 'The Stolen Kingdom,' exploring Disney's hidden history, urban exploring, and the mystery of the missing animatronic Buzzy. They dive into Disney park lore, the underground market for Disney memorabilia, and the impact of internet culture on theme park secrets.

In this week's episode, Bruce and Harbor each rank their top 10 Disney World Lands to create their ultimate top 10 list. Which lands made the cut? Stick around and find out! What is your favorite land? Let us know in the comments! Check out new episodes every other Sunday at 9am!

In this week's episode, we recap Bruce's trip to Disney World and discuss everything from park and ride updates to the future of the Carousel of Progress and ice cold sarsaparillas. New Episodes Every Other Sunday!

Summer is here! So, Bruce and Harbor are laying out everything you need to know about staying cool and beating the heat at Disney World. They break down all the new rides, shows and experiences at the parks, from Cool Kids Summer to Rock 'N' Roller Coaster. Then, the guys put together a comprehensive survival guide for those willing to brave the parks in peak Central Florida heat. They go park by...

Bruce and Harbor discuss the latest news from Disney World, including Big Thunder Mountain's Fiery reopening and dates for Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party. In the main segment, it's Part Two of Hollywood Studios' origin story. Harbor lays out all the changes leading up to Disney MGM-Studios becoming Disney's Hollywood Studios. Then the guys break down the park's fundamental shift from showin...

In this episode, Bruce and Harbor react to the new setlist for Rock N Roller Coaster: Starring The Muppets. Then it's a deep dive into the origin story of Disney's Hollywood Studios (or Disney's MGM Studios if you've been around for a while). They investigate whether the park was wholly Disney's idea, or if former CEO Michael Eisner was "inspired" by some plans he saw from Universal. The guys also...

In this episode, Bruce and Harbor rank all 9 Disney World roller coasters, which turns out to be more difficult and polarizing than they originally thought. The guys also touch on the outrageous prices for vintage Disney merch, the smell of Space Mountain, and whether or not it matters if the Yeti ever gets fixed.

In their first episode, Bruce and Harbor cover the latest round of new attractions and refreshed rides opening at the parks this summer. Then, the guys discuss how they became fans of the Disney parks, their first memories of Disney World, and whether or not it's ok for two guys in their 40's to be into theme parks. We "dive" into how water tight the old 20,000 Leagues subs actually were, how Bruc...