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WDW Radio # 708 - Interview with Disney Legend Alice Davis - From the WDW Radio Archives From the WDW Radio Archives... one of my all-time favorite interviews, and one that listeners reference all the time, Disney Legend, Alice Davis. I had the honor of spending the day with Alice Davis in her home, where we discussed her fairy tale story of how she came to work for and with Walt Disney through he...

WDW Radio # 707 - Interview with Former Disney Executive, Djuan Rivers - Part 2 I continue my conversation with former Disney executive Djuan Rivers, as he shares stories and lessons from his time in Disneyland Paris, and as Vice President of Disney's Animal Kingdom, including working with Joe Rohde, opening Pandora - The World of Avatar, and his window on Main Street, USA. He not only reflects on...

WDW Radio # 706 - Interview with Former Disney Executive, Djuan Rivers Part 1... and Something New Adventure is out there... and Djuan Rivers has experienced it as an executive in the Walt Disney World Resorts, theme parks, Aulani, Disneyland Paris, Disney Cruise Line, and beyond. This week, he shares stories and lessons from his time at Disney... and the power of saying yes. We'll celebrate WDW R...

WDW Radio # 705 - The Music of Disney's Hollywood Studios, Part 2 Our musical tour of Disney's Hollywood Studios continues this week. From Big Bands to themes from the screens, to background music from a galaxy far, far away, to some of our favorite shows and attractions, we talk about the impact of the musical place-setting, mood, emotion, and more. ---------------------------------- WDWRadio.com...

WDW Radio # 704 - The Music of Disney's Hollywood Studios, Part 1 We continue our musical journey through the Disney Parks this week, as we tour Disney's Hollywood Studios. In the first part of our virtual visit, we will talk about the overall feel and theming of the park and how the music plays such an integral part. We'll also look at changes over the years, and travel from the park entrance, do...

WDW Radio # 703 - Best Pizza in Walt Disney World This week, we address and answer some age-old and important questions on our quest for the Best Pizza in Walt Disney World. From where to go, to what pizzas are the best on the menu, we'll look at what makes a good pizza, and explore everything from the authentic to the adventurous, and whether it's a pie or a slice, what and where you just can't m...

WDW Radio # 702 - Top Ten Places to Take a Walk in Walt Disney World A vacation or visit to Walt Disney World is so often about schedules, ADRs, getting to and through attractions quicker, and trying to pack it all in as fast as you can. But there are also so many places and opportunities to just slow down and walk, stroll, wheel, wander, think, and enjoy the views and simple experience. So this w...

WDW Radio # 701 - Top Ten Disney Moments of 2022 This week, we look back on the Disney Year in Review, as we explore and examine our Top Ten Disney Moments of 2022, including the people, places, magic, memories... and you. ---------------------------------- WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse - Join the community and conversation on Facebook WDWRadioNATION - Get monthly r...

WDW Radio # 700 - Let's Talk About 700... and "Turn The Tables" I can't believe it, but here we are, still together after nearly 18 years, and at Show # 700. This week, I listened to, and answered you, as I take your questions, and we look back on 700 shows... and countless memories. If you like what you hear, please share the show and tell a friend. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episo...

WDW Radio # 699 - Past, Present, and Future of Frontierland in Walt Disney World - Part 2 We head back to Frontierland in Walt Disney World this week, as we continue our look at the past, present, and future of a land that, like Liberty Square, celebrates more than real American history, but fanciful stories of fictitious characters and locations. And with announced and possible changes on their w...

WDW Radio # 698 - Past, Present, and Future of Frontierland in Walt Disney World, Part 1 We head back in time and way out West this week, as we examine the past, present, and future of Frontierland in Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World. From its origins in Disneyland and Walt Disney himself, we look at it's origin and evolution, theme, intent, changes, and possible future. Stay tuned for our Disne...

WDW Radio # 697 - Top Ten Ways to Celebrate the Holidays in Walt Disney World To celebrate the spirit of the holiday season, and help you enhance your enjoyment and appreciation of the Disney Parks and resorts during the holidays, this week, we share our Top Ten Ways to Celebrate the Holidays and Christmas in Walt Disney World. From classic traditions to new favorites, we'll look at what to do, wh...

WDW Radio # 696 - Connections Eatery in EPCOT Review Join me at the table at Connections Eatery in EPCOT's World Celebration as we review this quick-service location that brings together people and flavors from around the world. 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...

WDW Radio # 695 - Interviews from New York ComicCon: Scot Drake and Brian Volk-Weiss I just returned from New York Comic Con 2022, and want to share two of the conversations I had while there. The first is with Scot Drake, Creative Executive Marvel Global Portfolio from Walt Disney Imagineering about Marvel and its place in the Disney Parks and Experiences around the world. We talk about the evolu...

WDW Radio # 694 - Listener Email: Imagineering Ideas, Halloween Overlays, Special Experiences, and Hidden Pathways I open up the email inbox this week and answer more of your questions about Imagineering your own Halloween overlay ideas in Disney, ideas for a 5th park in Walt Disney World, special experiences in Disneyland, the super secret pathway in Disney's Animal Kingdom, and more! Stay tuned...

WDW Radio # 693 - Interview with Disney Legend Jodi Benson, The Little Mermaid Disney Legend Jodi Benson, the voice of The Little Mermaid, joins me this week to discuss her life and career, stories from the making of and life after The Little Mermaid, and her new book, Part of My World. Stay tuned for our Disney Trivia Question of the Week where you can enter to win a Disney prize package, and mor...

WDW Radio # 692 - Ten Memorable Moments from Disney's D23 Expo 2022 We look back at Disney's D23 Expo 2022 and share our Ten Memorable Moments. From the panels and presentations to the show floor and the people, we react, reflect, and respond to the weekend, and what it may mean going forward in the parks and on screen. I'll then share a short, personal story from my Expo experience and my thought...

WDW Radio # 691 - Ten More Secrets and Stories You Never Knew About Walt Disney World Join me this week as we look at Ten More Secrets and Stories You Never Knew About Walt Disney World, including a different kind of pirates, a lost Liberty Square dark ride, the park entrance that's in the wrong place, what almost came to Walt Disney World outside the parks... and a cheese attraction? Stay tuned f...

WDW Radio # 690 - Top Ten Walt Disney World Spaces and Places We Would Retheme With Disney's D23 Expo just days away, the excitement and anticipation continues to build for what is coming to the Disney Parks. Last week, I shared my Walt Disney World "Wish List" for what I hope and think will be announced. But this week, we're going to do a little armchair Imagineering, and take a fun look at our T...

WDW Radio # 689 - D23 Expo: Interview with D23 VP Michael Vargo & My Announcement Wish List (or Predictions) As we prepare to return to D23 Expo in September, I sit down with D23 Vice President Michael Vargo to talk about what to expect (including the unexpected surprise or two) at this year's event including panels, celebrities, parks, movies, streaming, gaming, and much more. I'll then share my...

WDW Radio # 688 - Review of Amare Restaurant at the Swan Reserve Join me at the table this week as we review one of Walt Disney World's newest restaurants, Amare at the Walt Disney World Swan Reserve. This casual, table-service restaurant serves fresh Mediterranean cuisine for breakfast and dinner. Pull up a chair with us and see if it lives up to its name, which means "to love." -----------------...

WDW Radio # 687 - 10 Things We Learned and Love About the Disney Wish Having just returned from our WDW Radio Inaugural group cruise aboard the Disney Wish, this week we'll share 10 Things We Learned and Love About the Disney Wish. From stem to stern, it's a full review of what's new, different, delicious... and interesting. ---------------------------------- WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog...

WDW Radio # 686 - Disney Wish Concept, Design, and Tour with Former Imagineer Theron Skees Former Imagineer, Vice President, and Portfolio Creative Executive for Disney Cruise Line Theron Skees joins me again this week to discuss the concept, design, Imagineering, and creation of the Disney Wish. From idea to execution, we look at the process of bringing the ship to life, and virtually tour the Wi...

WDW Radio # 685 - Territory Lounge at Disney's Wilderness Lodge Live Review Come with me this week to one of Walt Disney World’s delicious hidden gems - Territory Lounge at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge for a live review of a lounge menu that you are definitely going to want to try, or revisit again. ---------------------------------- WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse - Joi...

WDW Radio # 684 - Top Ten All-American Foods in Walt Disney World This week, we'll continue our patriotic journey through the parks with our list of the Top Ten All-American Foods in Walt Disney World. From individual items to specific locations, we'll look at some of the delicious ways you can literally get a "taste of America" in the parks and resorts. ---------------------------------- WDWRadio...