The Sweep Spot - A Disneyland Show by Former Cast Members

In this episode we celebrate our 200th episode. We have worked hard over the past almost 6 years. Lynn started the podcast in 2011, and it grew over the years and has shaped and formed, but always remained about Disneyland, and working there too. We have had so many awesome guests over the years from Disney Legends, Authors, Cast Members, Former Cast members, Podcasters, and more. We have had such...

In this episode we talk to friend, former Disneyland Custodian and Former Circle D Ranch Cast Member Hillary Jacobson. This is an amazing interview because we learned behind the scenes of what it is like to work at the Circle D Ranch at Disneyland. This means she worked with all the animals at Disneyland at one time or another, and drove the famous Horse Drawn Street Cars down Main Street. plus mo...

In this episode we go on a virtual tour of Disneyland during Christmas time. We worked at Disneyland during the 90s, and 2000's in Custodial we had the chance to work in all the different areas of Disneyland. This was great because we were able to also experience the different music that was changed in the areas for the Holiday season. Enjoy this tour, plus the latest in the Disneyland Resort Curr...

In this episode we have our latest in the Disneyland Resort Current Events, an interview with author Sam Gennawey as we talk about his new book JayBangs, and Lynn and his family went to Disneyland and he will talk to us all about it. Enjoy this episode and check out our website for our book Cleaning the Kingdom and more www.thesweepspot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz...

In this episode we take a tour of Disneyland as if it were the year 1966 with former night Custodial Cast Member Rob Merritt. Rob worked there in the summer of 1966 and has some great stories to tell as we talk about what Disneyland was like in 1966. It was a transitional year of changes, and an unfortunate event as well. For show notes, T Shirts, Our book Cleaning the Kingdom and more go to www.t...

In this episode we welcome Jeremy Harris from the Buddy Baker Project Blog, and Podcast. Jeremy is a huge fan of Buddy Baker and his music. Buddy provided much music you will be familiar with in the Disney parks. Join us on this journey as we talk about the music Buddy composed and listen to some of it as well. Plus the latest in the Disneyland Resort Current Events. Plus get our book Cleaning the...

In this episode we welcome former Disneyland Custodian Jim to our show. Jim worked at Disneyland 1965 to 1967, and 1970 until 1979. Jim brings us a good idea of what it was like working at Disneyland in those earlier years. It is amazing how much hasn't change and in some way it has. Jim was a lead and worked along side some of the other cast members Ken and I had a chance to work with, and even s...

In this episode we take a different and fun approach. We answer some questions about our touring habits, dislikes, likes and some fun talk, that any veteran Disneyland fan could appreciate or the new visitor. We welcome our friend Aaron Robbins from Chrurros and Villians podcast to join us in this discussion. Get show notes, our book Cleaning the Kingdom and more at www.thesweepspot.com Hosted by...

In this episode we welcome another former Custodian, but this time not from Disneyland, but Walt Disney World. We get to talk with Kevin all about his time working at WDW in the Magic Kingdom, College Program, and more. Plus the latest in the Disneyland Resort Current Events with Ken, Lynn and special guest Russell Flores. For show notes and more info including our book Cleaning the Kingdom go to...

In this episode we welcome Disney Author and Historian Jim Korkis to our show to help us go on a Tour of Disneyland in the year 1956. This is a wonderful journey that your sure to love and learn much from. Plus our latest in the Current Events. For show notes and more visit www.thesweepspot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and u...

In this episode we welcome a friend and former Disneyland Custodian to our show to talk all about his time working at Disneyland. Plus the latest in the Disneyland Resort Current Events. Get show notes and our book Cleaning the Kingdom at www.thesweepspot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we talk about the different stores over the years in Tomorrowland. This is an interesting look into what used to be in Tomorrowland. Plus we have the latest in Disneyland Resort Current Events, with guests from Mouse Scouts Podcast. For show notes, T-Shirts, our book and more go to www.thesweepspot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information ab...

In this episode we welcome podcasters Chris Allison, and Chris Lyndon to join us in our discussion about the future of The Disneyland Resort, all with speculations, rumors, and ideas we have. We have our opinions on Star Wars Land, marvel, Tomorrowland and more. This is a fun discussion, but just our opinions on these issues. Plus the latest in the Disneyland Resort Current Events. Get our book Cl...

In this episode we are back from our big Disneyana weekend. We have plenty to talk about along with some live clips from Disneyland, and more. Plus we welcome author Joshua Shaffer of the book Discovering the Magic Kingdom. Plus our latest in the Disneyland Resort current events. get our book Cleaning the Kingdom at www.thesweepspot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com...

In this episode we take a virtual tour of Disneyland in the year 1976. We talk about each Land and their attractions in that year. 1976 seemed to be a great year at Disneyland and hope you enjoy this journey with us. Get our book Cleaning the Kingdom at www.theswepspot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data fo...

In this episode we welcome guest Dusty Sage to our show. Dusty is CEO at MiceChat.com. We have an interesting conversation about how and why Dusty is a Disney fan, and theme park fan. We talk to him about social media, Disneyland in the 90's, future Disneyland, The Walt Disney Birthplace and more. Plus we have the latest in the Disneyland Resort Current Events. Get our book Cleaning the Kingdom an...

In this episode we have the latest in the Disneyland Resort Current Events, an interview with Ted from Disneyana to discuss the upcoming Disneyana Convention in July, and Ken returns back from Walt Disney World to tell us all about his trip. For show notes and our book Cleaning the Kingdom go to www.thesweepspot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information abou...

In this episode we talk about the history of The Mine Train at Disneyland, also known as The Mine Train Through Natures Wonderland. This attraction took up much of Frontierland from 1956 until 1977. Learn all about its history and more. Plus the latest in the Disneyland Resort Current Events. Get the companion book to this show called Cleaning the Kingdom at www.thesweepspot.com Hosted by Simpleca...

Join former Disneyland Custodial Cast Members talk about the latest current events at Disneyland, plus this episode we take a virtual walking musical tour of Disneyland. We listen to music from every area of Disneyland and shortly discuss each track. Join us on this tour! Get our book Cleaning the Kingdom and show notes at www.thesweepspot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adsw...

In this episode we welcome author Todd Pierce to the show. Todd is the author of the new book Three Years in Wonderland. A book about C V Wood and the building and opening of Disneyland. It is a very interesting look into this time period of Disneyland history. We have an interesting discussion about how Disneyland struggled on that opening day, but it all worked out for the best. obviously. Plus...

In this episode we have the latest in the Disneyland Resort current events, and our main segment a former Disneyland Custodian Robert Diaz. Robert worked with both Ken and I. He was a Lead, General Lead, Office Clerk, and work in scheduling for Custodial. This chat is kind of like sitting at Trader Sams and listening in on some former Disneyland cast members talking old times. Enjoy! Get our book...

In this episode we discuss two nighttime promotions at Disneyland's first 20 years. These were Date Nite at Disneyland and Dixieland Nights. These were both popular are were predecessors for others to come. Plus the current events. Get our book Cleaning the Kingdom at www.thesweepspot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of...

In this episode we take a look at Disneyland in the year 1996. We go through each land, virtually and discuss which attractions were there at that time and which were not yet. Plus what else was going on at Disneyland in that year. Plus we have an interview with Jerry Cornell from Theme Parkology. We talk all about his Disneyland documentaries. Plus the latest in the Disneyland Resort current even...

In this episode, we are starting a series of episodes to come, where we talk about people who have contributed to the making of Disneyland over the years. This time we talk about Herb Ryman. He was the first person to actually draw out what Disneyland would look like, with Walt's directions of course. Learn more about this talented man, in this weeks episode. For show notes, our book Cleaning the...

In this episode we welcome a former Disneyland custodial cast member who started in 1965 and left in 1969. He was there during some incredible changes, and not all good changes either. During the building of New Orleans Sq., New Tomorrowland of 1967, Disneyland's 10th anniversary, and more. Plus we have the latest in the current events. www.thesweepspot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company...