Theme Park Perspective

Alec and Danny
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Welcome to Theme Park Perspective: A designer's guide to the rides and realms of Disney, Universal, and beyond! On this pod, Danny and Alec nerd out on their favorite theme park design details, tell behind-the-scenes stories, and occasionally partake in some "armchair Imagineering" as part of their Blue Sky series featuring friend-of-the-pod Griffin Douglass.

Episodes

  1. Blue Sky: Disney's Atlantis - The Lost Empire

    Jun 15

    Blue Sky: Disney's Atlantis - The Lost Empire

    Hold your breath - to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Atlantis: The Lost Empire, Danny, Alec, and Griffin board a submarine and battle a leviathan to discuss the fan-favorite film as well as Imagineering's attempts to bring it to Disneyland, giving their own takes on what they'd like to see in the parks one day. Music Credits: "The Submarine" and "Atlantis" Composed by James Newton Howard

    43 min
  2. Alice in Wonderland - Disneyland (Feat. Don Carson)

    May 28

    Alice in Wonderland - Disneyland (Feat. Don Carson)

    In this very special epsiode, Danny and Alec journey down the rabbit hole with legendary concept designer Don Carson, who provides insight on the design and details of this iconic and unique attraction. We'll also discuss his virtual recreation of the 1958 version of the attraction, which you can find on YouTube: Alice in Wonderland (1958 Version) Virtual Recreation Music Credits: Alice in Introduction Performed by Kathryn Beaumont "March of the Cards" Composed by Oliver Wallace, Arranged by John Debney "All in the Golden Afternoon" Written by Sammy Fain and Bob Hilliard, Arranged by John Debney

    1h 9m
  3. Blue Sky: Disney's Villains Land

    May 13

    Blue Sky: Disney's Villains Land

    Calling all sorcerers, mistresses of evil, sea witches, and lords of the underworld: In this new series, Danny and Alec are joined again by their friend Griffin Douglass to discuss the upcoming Villains land coming to the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. They'll do a bit of blue sky brainstorming to express their hopes and dreams (or should that be nightmares?) about this highly anticipated theme park project. Music Credit: The Awakening by Peter Gundry and The Friendly Ghost by Arthur Benson - Both heard as a part of the background music loop for Villains: Unfairly Ever After at Disney's Hollywood Studios.

    51 min
  4. Star Trek: The Experience (Feat. Kevin Cardani)

    Apr 29

    Star Trek: The Experience (Feat. Kevin Cardani)

    Theme Parks. The Final Frontier. These are the voyages of the Theme Park Perspective podcast. For this episode, Danny and Alec bring on industry veteran Kevin Cardani who has boldly gone where they haven't - the legendary Star Trek Experience in Las Vegas! Listen in for an industry perspetive into the layout, effects, and cast interactions that made this themed experience so memorable. Music Credits: Star Trek: The Next Generation Main Titles and End Credits - Arranged by Dennis McCarthy based on themes by Alexander Courage and Jerry Goldsmith

    1h 25m
  5. Cars Land - California Adventure (Feat. Griffin Douglass)

    Mar 24

    Cars Land - California Adventure (Feat. Griffin Douglass)

    Start your engines! Danny and Alec hit the road and drive into Cars Land at DCA to chat about the magic behind Radiator Springs and how it expertly brings the world of Pixar's Cars to life. They're joined by filmmaker Griffin Douglass with insights into what makes this land a gold standard in theme park design. You can find more from Griffin, including his award-winning short film Under Refurbishment, on his YouTube channel - Griffin Douglass YouTube Music Credits: (Get Your Kicks On) Route 66 (The Music of Cars Land Version) - Writte by Bobby Troup, Performed by Larry the Cable Guy and Chuck Berry Welcome to Radiator Springs - Written by Bruno Coon, Performed by Joe Louis Walker Radiator Rock - Written by Bruno Coon, Performed by Joe Louis Walker Sh-Boom (Life Could Be a Dream) - Written by James Keyes, Claude Feaster, Carl Feaster, Floyd F. McRae, and William Edwards, Performed by The Chords

    1h 8m
  6. Jurassic Park: The Ride - Universal Studios Hollywood

    Mar 4

    Jurassic Park: The Ride - Universal Studios Hollywood

    Hold onto your butts! In this episode, Danny and Alec venture deep into the jungles of Jurassic Park: The Ride at Universal Studios Hollywood to break down the design behind one of the most iconic water rides in theme park history.  Music Credits: Welcome to Jurassic Park - Composed by John Williams Journey to the Island - Composed by John Williams

    1h 5m
  7. Main Street U.S.A - Disneyland Paris

    Feb 6

    Main Street U.S.A - Disneyland Paris

    Grab a baguette and a glass of wine because in this episode, Danny and Alec hop across the pond to talk about Main Street, U.S.A. at Disneyland Paris. This version of a turn-of-the-century American town is the stunning, detail-rich creation of the late, great Eddie Soto. We've dedicated this episode to Eddie and his lasting legacy. Music Credits:

    1h 4m
  8. Special Report: Disneyland Handcrafted

    Jan 23

    Special Report: Disneyland Handcrafted

    To all who come to this Happy Podcast, Welcome! In this special report, Danny and Alec eview the newly released Disney+ documentary Disneyland Handcrafted and their time spent at the Blue Carpet Premiere on the Walt Disney Studios lot. Music Credits: Fantasyland Overture and Finale from "Walt Disney Takes You to Disneyland" by Tutti Camarata When You Wish Upon a Star - Written by Leigh Harline & Ned Washington, Arranged by Tutti Camarata

    36 min
  9. Big Thunder Mountain - Disneyland

    12/24/2025

    Big Thunder Mountain - Disneyland

    All aboard! On this episode, Danny and Alec hop on a runaway mine train and rattle their way through the twists, turns, and thrills of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. So, hang on to your hats and glasses—because this here's THE WILDEST PODCAST IN THE WILDERNEEESSSS! Music Credits: Theme from "The Big Country" - Written by Jerome Moross All Aboard the Mine Train (From "Big Thunder Mountain Railroad") - Written by Richard Sherman and Robert Sherman

    57 min
  10. Celestial Park - Epic Universe

    11/19/2025

    Celestial Park - Epic Universe

    For their first episode, Danny and Alec take a journey through the cosmos - to explore gardens green and epic worlds to fill your dreams as they venture through Celestial Park at Epic Universe. Music Credits: Court of the Moon Theme (Day) - Composed by Apollon de Moura, Andreas Kübler & Adrian Gucze Stardust Racers (Day) - Composed by Andreas Kübler

    1h 8m
  • 10 Episodes

Ratings & Reviews

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About

Welcome to Theme Park Perspective: A designer's guide to the rides and realms of Disney, Universal, and beyond! On this pod, Danny and Alec nerd out on their favorite theme park design details, tell behind-the-scenes stories, and occasionally partake in some "armchair Imagineering" as part of their Blue Sky series featuring friend-of-the-pod Griffin Douglass.

Information

  • Creator
    Alec and Danny
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025
  • Show Website
    Theme Park Perspective