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 SegmentsImportant 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 SegmentsImportant 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 SegmentsImportant DIS links and more information!Connecting with Walt on TwitterResourcesBook:Walt Disney’s Bambi: The Story and the Film by Ollie Johnston and Frank ThomasWebsites/Articles:How Bambi Changed Disney’s Animation by Matt MillikanBambi by John Wills10 Facts from Walt Disney’s Bambi by Jim Fanning for D23Consider the Source: BambiTo Discover the Real Bambi, Walt Disney Goes to Maine, New England Historical SocietyThe Untold Truth of Bambi by Sarah Buddery for LooperWhy the Artist behind Disney’s “Bambi” Still Influences Animators Today by Artsy EditorialBambi: The Music of the Immortal Disney Animated Film by Jamie Atkins Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 SegmentsImportant DIS links and more information!Connecting with Walt on TwitterResourcesBook:Walt Disney’s Bambi: The Story and the Film by Ollie Johnston and Frank ThomasWebsites/Articles:How Bambi Changed Disney’s Animation by Matt MillikanBambi by John Wills10 Facts from Walt Disney’s Bambi by Jim Fanning for D23 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 SegmentsImportant 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 SegmentsImportant 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 SegmentsImportant 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 SegmentsImportant 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 SegmentsImportant 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 SegmentsImportant 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 SegmentsImportant DIS links and more information!Connecting with Walt on TwitterEnchanted Disney - AmazonEnchanted Disney - BearManor MediaSpencer Wright - InstagramSpencer Wright - Facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 SegmentsImportant 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 SegmentsImportant 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 SegmentsImportant 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 SegmentsImportant 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 SegmentsImportant 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 SegmentsImportant 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 SegmentsImportant 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 SegmentsImportant 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 SegmentsImportant DIS links and more information! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.