The Parks Academy - Discussing All Things Disney & Theme Parks The Parks Academy Podcast
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The Parks Academy discusses and celebrates all things theme park related! We focus mainly on Disney Parks and Resorts in both Anaheim and Orlando. Join us for a fun-filled discussion about vacation planning, dining, resort hopping, and more. New episodes released every Monday!
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Episode 87: Disney Dollars
In this episode, we discuss the very popular Disney Dollars -- their rise and fall and how they crazed Disney fanatics.
Disney Dollars are a Walt Disney Company creation developed to make money fun and make fun money in 1987. They may be spent or collected and saved as souvenirs and are redeemable at any time before or after any period of inactivity. People may keep it as a souvenir or spend it like cash at theme parks, or stores that Disney maintains
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Episode 86: Superstar Limo
We're kicking off a new series about Defunct Disney attractions! Starting off is a ride that some have called unfunny, instantly dated, and creatively starved. Get ready to be called "babe" by a greasy, cigar-smoking agent and spend a relentless amount of time trying to navigate Southern California in the most illogical way.
Show notes:
https://www.themeparktourist.com/features/20160905/32163/superstar-limo https://jimhillmedia.com/superstar-limo-what-went-wrong/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Superstar_Limohttps://disney.fandom.com/wiki/Superstar_Limo
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Episode 85: The Parks Academy is Back
Just like that, we've made it back!
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Episode 84: Haunted Tiki Cruise with Cory (The Jungle Cruiser)
In this episode, we are joined by Cory (aka the Jungle Cruiser) from All Aboard Podcast. We start talking about the Haunted Mansion but quickly derail into the Jungle Cruise, tiki conventions, baseball giveaways, and Robert Zemeckis films.
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Episode 83: Talking with Disney Concept Artist Jacob McAlister
In this episode Stephen interviews the very talented Jacob McAlister. We discuss everything from his role in designing Disney-based board games, to developing brand new art for Disney events and rides. We also get into a lively discussion about film cameras, Joe Rhodie's modeling career, and, believe it or not, Stephen discovers the Society of Explorers and Adventurers for the first time ever.
Find Jacob Here: InstagramWebsite Photography Show Notes
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Episode 82: Disney Introvert Insights with Steven Clark
In this episode, we meet with Steven Clark from Dintroverts to discuss what it's like visiting Disney parks as an introvert.
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Customer Reviews
A great Disney podcast!
I love this show and enjoying hearing it every single week. If you’re a fan of the parks this is a must listen. Stephen and Paige really know their stuff and make me miss being in the parks. If you love Disney, you’re going to love this show, too!
A must listen for Disney fans!
I live in New York and don’t get to the parks nearly as often as I’d like. Stephen and Paige are awesome hosts and I love their education series. This is one of my favorite Disney podcasts and I look forward to hearing it every single week. A must listen for Disney fans.
A must listen!
I love this podcast! They are so knowledgeable about all things Disney. They have a passion for the values, the details, and both show the love for the parks. Very sweet and genuine. Makes it very easy to listen to. Thanks for a fun podcast to listen to every week!