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

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

Connecting with Walt is a podcast focusing on the life and creations of Walt Disney. Episodes include the history of Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Walt Disney Imagineering, Disney movies, and more! Hosted by Michael Bowling and Tom Bell, the show is a tribute to the man who made it all happen, Walt Disney, and his brother, Roy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. History of EPCOT's International Flower & Garden Festival

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    History of EPCOT's International Flower & Garden Festival

    In this episode, special guests Colin Ayres and Dwayne Burgess share information about this year's OzCon International, a convention being held this summer in Burbank which will focus on Walt Disney's connection to The Wizard of Oz series of books and celebrate the 40th anniversary of Disney's Return to Oz. Then, Michael and Tom take a look at the history of the popular Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival. Links: Michael’s Disneyland History SegmentsImportant DIS links and more information!Connecting with Walt on TwitterDreams Unlimited Travel OzCon International Sources: Books: Secret Stories of Walt Disney World by Jim KorkisWebsites/Articles: Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival, WikipediaThe First EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival by Morgan Flaherty for WDW MagazineTopiary, The Disney WikiWDW Chronicles: The History of Disney Topiary by Jim Korkis for AllEars.net Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 h y 34 min
  2. Windows on Main Street - The Developers

    21 MAR

    Windows on Main Street - The Developers

    In this episode, Michael and Tom take a walk down Main Street in Disneyland and the Magic Kingdom to look at several of the windows that honor developers and planners of the theme parks. Links: Michael’s Disneyland History SegmentsImportant DIS links and more information!Connecting with Walt on TwitterDreams Unlimited Travel Sources: Books: People Behind The Disney Parks: Stories of Those Honored with a Window on Main Street, USA by Chuck SnyderMain Street Windows: A Complete Guide to Disney's Whimsical Tributes by Jeff HeimbuchWebsites/Articles: Hidden Tributes Revealed: The Story Behind Disneyland’s Main Street Windows for MiceChatSkyway to Wonderland: Windows on Main StreetWDW Mousing – Magic Kingdom – Windows on Main Street Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 h y 6 min
  3. Disney Neverland: The Disney That Never Was - Little Mermaid's Island

    14 MAR

    Disney Neverland: The Disney That Never Was - Little Mermaid's Island

    In this episode, Michael and Tom sail to Little Mermaid's Island, an unaired television show that was developed for the Disney Channel with the cooperation of Jim Henson's creature shop. Links: Michael’s Disneyland History SegmentsImportant DIS links and more information!Connecting with Walt on TwitterDreams Unlimited Travel Sources: Books: Disney Never Lands: Things Disney Never Made by Jim KorkisWebsites/Articles: This 35-Year-Old Disney Classic Has a Forgotten Muppet-Style Remake by Melody DayLittle Mermaid’s Island: The Abandoned Jim Henson Disney Channel TV Show Pilot, Storybook AmusementJim Henson Made a ‘Little Mermaid’ Show and, Yep, It Was Weird by Cameron GormanVideos: Little Mermaid's Island: Sebastian's BirthdayLittle Mermaid's Island: To Tell the Truth Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 h y 33 min
  4. Listener Questions & Answers: Winter 2025 - Part 4

    8 MAR

    Listener Questions & Answers: Winter 2025 - Part 4

    In this episode, Michael and Tom head back into their digital mailbox to answer the last of the listener questions, this week discussing a variety of topics including questions about the Disney family. Links: Michael’s Disneyland History SegmentsImportant DIS links and more information!Connecting with Walt on TwitterDreams Unlimited Travel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 h y 15 min
  5. Listener Questions & Answers: Winter 2025 - Part 3

    28 FEB

    Listener Questions & Answers: Winter 2025 - Part 3

    In this episode, Michael and Tom head back into their digital mailbox to continue answering more listener questions, this week tackling inquiries regarding the entertainment side of the Walt Disney Company. Links: Michael’s Disneyland History SegmentsImportant DIS links and more information!Connecting with Walt on TwitterDreams Unlimited Travel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 h y 15 min
  6. Listener Questions & Answers: Winter 2025 - Part 2

    21 FEB

    Listener Questions & Answers: Winter 2025 - Part 2

    In this episode, Michael and Tom head back into their digital mailbox to continue answering more listener questions, finishing up questions about the theme parks. Links: Michael’s Disneyland History SegmentsImportant DIS links and more information!Connecting with Walt on TwitterDreams Unlimited Travel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 h
  7. Listener Questions & Answers: Winter 2025 - Part 1

    14 FEB

    Listener Questions & Answers: Winter 2025 - Part 1

    In this episode, Michael and Tom open up their digital mailbox and begin answering the first of several batches of listener questions. This week's focus is on the theme parks. Links: Michael’s Disneyland History SegmentsImportant DIS links and more information!Connecting with Walt on TwitterDreams Unlimited Travel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 h y 18 min
  8. Walt Disney's The Reluctant Dragon

    7 FEB

    Walt Disney's The Reluctant Dragon

    In this episode, Michael and Tom discuss the history of Walt Disney's The Reluctant Dragon. The 1941 classic combined both live action and animated segments, taking movie goers inside the shiny new Walt Disney Studios and behind the scenes of some several films that were currently in production, including Bambi and Dumbo. Links: Michael’s Disneyland History SegmentsImportant DIS links and more information!Connecting with Walt on TwitterDreams Unlimited Travel Sources: Books: The Disney Films by Leonard MaltinThe Walt Disney Films Archives: The Animated Movies 1921-1968 Edited by Daniel KohenschulteWebsites/Articles: The Disney Strike and The Reluctant Dragon for Ink & PaintThe Reluctant Dragon by Ester Bley for Cartoon Research Part 1 Part 2The Reluctant Dragon by Dan Heaton for The Tomorrow SocietyThe Reluctant Dragon, The Disney WikiDisney Film History: The Reluctant Dragon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 h y 1 min
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    Connecting with Walt is a podcast focusing on the life and creations of Walt Disney. Episodes include the history of Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Walt Disney Imagineering, Disney movies, and more! Hosted by Michael Bowling and Tom Bell, the show is a tribute to the man who made it all happen, Walt Disney, and his brother, Roy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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