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

In this episode, Michael is joined by Tom Bell, Nancy Johnson, Louella Laureola, and Tony Spittell to wrap up their Disneyland Team reunion! Links: Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Connecting with Walt on Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Michael is joined by Tom Bell, Nancy Johnson, Louella Laureola, and Tony Spittell for another Disneyland Team reunion episode! Links: Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Connecting with Walt on Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Michael and Mary Jo continue their discussion on the history of one of Walt Disney's most beautiful animated films - Bambi. Links: Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Connecting with Walt on Twitter Resources Book: Walt Disney’s Bambi: The Story and the Film by Ollie Johnston and Frank Thomas Websites/Articles: How Bambi Changed Disney’s...

In this episode, Michael and Mary Jo begin their discussion on the history of one of Walt Disney's most beautiful animated films - Bambi. Links: Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Connecting with Walt on Twitter Resources Book: Walt Disney’s Bambi: The Story and the Film by Ollie Johnston and Frank Thomas Websites/Articles: How Bambi Changed Disney’s An...

In this episode, Michael and Anita break down the second day of Destination D23 at the Walt Disney World Resort including thoughts on the new short Once Upon a Studio and so much more! Links: Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Connecting with Walt on Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Michael and Anita break down the first day of Destination D23 at the Walt Disney World Resort including a ton of Disney Parks news and so much more! Links: Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Connecting with Walt on Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss which Disney songs or albums they have on their summer playlist! Links: Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Connecting with Walt on Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Michael and Louella are joined by guests from The Walt Disney Family Museum to talk about the new Disney Cast & Dogs exhibition! Links: Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Connecting with Walt on Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Michael and Nancy recap different panels Michael has attended at The Walt Disney Family Museum about Behind the Imagineering Story, The Artistry of Disney Legend Walt Peregoy, and Women of Imagineering. Links: Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Connecting with Walt on Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Michael and Mary Jo are joined by Mark Malone and Dexter Francis to discuss the history and fun stories about Walt's plane! Links: Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Connecting with Walt on Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Michael and special guest Spencer Wright discuss his latest book, The Enchanted Disney, where he chronicles the lives of several Disney live-action actors who began their careers during the Golden Age of Hollywood. Links: Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Connecting with Walt on Twitter Enchanted Disney - Amazon Enchanted Disney - Bear...

In this episode, Michael and Mary Jo discuss Disney Mountains that never came to fruition like Fire Mountain, Villains Mountain, and more! Links: Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Connecting with Walt on Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode from the archives, Michael shares the history of Tomorrowland 1967 at Disneyland which is what he believes to be the best version of the land. Links: Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Connecting with Walt on Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Michael and Louella are heading to the wild, wild west as they discuss the history of Disneyland's Mine Train attraction! Links: Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Connecting with Walt on Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Michael and Nancy finish the discussion on the history of Pinocchio and reflect on the legacy of one of Walt's greatest films. Links: Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Connecting with Walt on Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Michael and Mary Jo continue the discussion on the history of Pinocchio and things are getting a bit villainous this time around. Links: Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Connecting with Walt on Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

05/26/23 - In this episode from the archives, Michael continues his conversation with Ben Harris who was a Cast Member starting in 1958 and had plenty of stories and experiences with Walt Disney. Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

05/19/23 - In this episode from the archives, Michael has a conversation with Ben Harris who was a Cast Member starting in 1958 and had plenty of stories and experiences with Walt Disney. Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

05/12/23 - In this episode, Michael and John continue their discussion about the history of Walt Disney's Pinocchio! Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

05/05/23 - In this episode, Michael and John discuss the history behind Walt Disney's Pinocchio! Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03/31/23 - In this episode, Michael and John are joined by Becky Cline and Bruce Steele to discuss the book "The Story of Disney 100 Years of Wonder" and Michael shares his thoughts on the Disney 100 Years of Wonder Exhibition. Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03/24/23 - In this episode, Michael and John discuss the women of Disney who made a great enough impact to receive windows on Main Street! Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03/17/23 - In this episode, Michael and John listen back to a 2015 episode of the DIS Unplugged: Disneyland Edition where Michael had the chance to interview the late, great Disney Legend Rolly Crump. Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03/10/23 - In this episode, the DIS Unplugged: Disneyland Edition team finishes up the conversation from their spring reunion and focus heavily on Pixar Pier! Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03/03/23 - In this episode, the DIS Unplugged: Disneyland Edition team gets together once again to check back in on all things Disneyland, but this time with a special guest who hasn't been heard in many years! Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.