Podcasts about connecting with walt

08/06/21 - Connecting with Walt is coming back! We are currently preparing for the next round of episodes to be released and they will debut on September 3rd! We are moving to a season format where we'll take a temporary break between seasons, but we can't wait to be back sharing stories from Walt, the Imagineers, and the parks!

05/28/21 - Hello, Connecting with Walt listeners! It's been a bit, but we wanted to give you an update on the status of the show and we'll see you real soon!

On this episode, we're talking with Disney historian, Michael Bowling.  Each week, Michael along with Craig Williams, hosts the Connecting with Walt Podcast where they look at all aspects of the Disney company and remind their listeners how everything gets linked back to Walt and his inspiring ideas.  Have a topic for us?  We'd love to hear from you.  You can email or send us a recorded audio message at podcast@thehyperionhub.com.  Find us on social media on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.  The Hyperion Hub is not affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its subsidiaries.

09/04/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Don Hahn to discuss his latest documentary "Howard" about the life of Howard Ashman - the lyricist behind The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, plus so much more!

08/21/20 - In this episode, Michaels tells us about more of the panels he has attended as part of the Walt Disney Family Museum virtual series, including insight about The Wonderful Women in Disney Imagineering, The Wonderful Women in the Early Life of Walt Disney, and Leslie Iwerks!

07/17/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Legacy Disneyland Edition member Tony to plan a day at Disneyland in 1977 using an ABCDE Ticket Book!

07/10/20 - In this episode, Michael tells us about some of the panels he has attended as part of the Walt Disney Family Museum virtual series, including stories from Bob Gurr, Dave Goelz and Don Hahn!

07/03/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig look at the history of Peter Pan's Flight and then discuss the differences in the attraction throughout the years and at the different Disney parks!

06/26/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig finish their discussion about Walt Disney's Silly Symphonies for now by talking about another five of their favorite cartoons!

06/19/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue their discussion about Walt Disney's Silly Symphonies by talking about five of their favorite cartoons!

06/12/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig begin their discussion about Walt Disney's Silly Symphonies including the history behind the shorts and some of the most important cartoons in the series.

06/05/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue their discussion on Wonders of Life by going into further detail on Body Wars, Cranium Command, and The Making of Me!

05/29/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig begin their discussion about Wonders of Life starting with a history of the pavilion and an overview of what was inside from the day it opened its doors to its future now as the Play Pavilion.

05/22/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue answering your questions about the best Disney books to pick up, those that you should avoid, along with other mousellaneous topics!

05/15/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue answering your questions focusing on Walt, Walt Disney Imagineering, Walt Disney Studios films, and Disney Theatrical Productions!

05/09/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig answer your Disney theme park related questions!

05/01/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Mary Jo from the DIS Unplugged: Disneyland Discussion to finish their discussion on how you can connect with Walt in Southern California by visiting many places important in Walt's history!

04/24/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Mary Jo from the DIS Unplugged: Disneyland Discussion to continue their discussion on how you can connect with Walt in Southern California by visiting many places important in Walt's history!

04/17/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Mary Jo from the DIS Unplugged: Disneyland Discussion to continue their discussion on how you can connect with Walt in Southern California by visiting many places important in Walt's history!

04/10/20 - In this episode, we present an archived episode discussing the first Decade of Disneyland!

04/03/20 - In this episode, Craig presents an archived episode discussing the history of the Disneyland Hotel with historian Don Ballard who quite literally wrote the book on the Disneyland Hotel!

03/27/20 - In this episode, Craig presents an archived episode discussing the history of the Disneyland Hotel with historian Don Ballard who quite literally wrote the book on the Disneyland Hotel!

03/20/20 - In this episode, Craig presents an archived episode discussing the first year of Disneyland and how it recovered from its disastrous opening to become a bonafide success.

03/13/20 - In this episode, Craig presents an archived episode discussing the opening day madness and mayhem of Disneyland Park!

03/06/20 - In this episode, Craig presents an archived episode discussing the construction of Disneyland Park!

02/28/20 - In this episode, Craig presents an archived episode discussing the origins of Disneyland starting with Walt's original idea for a park!

02/21/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Mary Jo from the DIS Unplugged: Disneyland Discussion to continue their discussion on how you can connect with Walt in Southern California by visiting many places important in Walt's history!

02/14/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Mary Jo from the DIS Unplugged: Disneyland Discussion to discuss how you can connect with Walt in Southern California by visiting many places important in Walt's history!

02/07/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig share their picks for what to watch on Disney+ this Valentine's Day!

01/31/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue their look at Universe of Energy by hopping on the original version of the attraction along with the following versions before closing its doors completely in 2017.

01/24/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue their series on Epcot by looking at the history and construction of Universe of Energy!

01/17/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Legacy Disneyland Edition member Tony to plan a day at Disneyland in 1967 using an ABCDE Ticket Book!

01/10/20 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the history of Snow White's Scary Adventures as well as the different versions of the attraction seen in Disney Parks around the world!

12/20/19 - In our very special Christmas episode, we discuss Disney and Christmas once again to celebrate the end of our season, but this time with celebrated author and great friend to the show - Dave Bossert.

12/13/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig answer your general Disney questions about Walt Disney, Disney movies, and more!

12/06/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig answer your Disney theme park related questions!

11/22/19 - In this episode, Craig shares the top ten shows and movies he was excited to watch first on Disney+!

11/15/19 - In this episode, Michael shares the top ten shows and movies he was excited to watch first on Disney+!

11/08/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig take you on a tour of Parc Walt Disney Studios at Disneyland Paris, sharing their thoughts and insight, before discussing shopping and dining at Disneyland Paris!

11/01/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig take you on a tour of Parc Disneyland (Disneyland Park) at Disneyland Paris, while sharing their thoughts and insight.

10/25/19 - In this episode, Michael discusses his first experience with Disneyland Paris - a tour guided by an Imagineer!

10/18/19 - In this episode, Michael shares the first part of his Adventures by Disney London & Paris vacation with his time in London before the trip as well as the London and Paris portions of the trip before heading to Disneyland Paris!

10/11/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig present an archived episode discussing the history of Little Golden Books and Disney!

10/04/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig present an archived episode discussing the history of Haunted Mansion to celebrate the Halloween season!

09/27/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig recap the second half of the TCM Treasures from the Disney Vault lineup for September 2, including The Art of Skiing, Snowball Express, The Hockey Champ, and The Misadventures of Merlin Jones!

09/20/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig recap the first half of the TCM Treasures from the Disney Vault lineup for September 2, including Fun and Fancy Free, Donald's Tire Trouble, The Love Bug, and The Happiest Millionaire!

09/13/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig share their thoughts on the 2019 D23 Expo, specifically the Walt Disney Studios and Disney Parks panel!

09/06/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig share their thoughts on the 2019 D23 Expo, specifically the reservation system, Sorcerer's Pass, Disney Legends and Disney+!

08/30/19 - In this episode, Michael shares the second part of his experience at the 2019 Pacific Northwest Mouse Meet that featured special guests like Jeff Kurtti, Ron Clements, and Joe Rohde!

08/16/19 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Dave Bossert and Alan Coats to discuss the latter's father, Claude Coats, one of Walt's most important Imagineers and the topic of Bossert's next book which needs your support!