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A new lawsuit alleges that Disney fired a Disneyland Cast Member for espousing her Christian beliefs in a company messaging channel, and that people who had an anti-Christian viewpoint were more than welcome to talk about that. All in the name of "diversity and inclusion," I guess. Is this legit? And if it is, how many other Disney employees have been canned over religious beliefs?

Disney's stock value keeps dropping despite a few box office hits like Inside Out 2. However, it would seem investors are getting cold feet about the possibility of a Disneyland Cast Member strike, lower theme park attendance and the upcoming competition from Epic Universe. ➡️ Tip Jar and Fan Support: http://ClownfishSupport.com ➡️ Official Merch Store: http://ShopClownfish.com ➡️ Official Website: http://ClownfishTV.com ➡️ Audio Edition: https://open.spotify.com/show/6qJc5C6OkQkaZnGCeuVOD1 Disney stock is dropping due to a variety of factors including potential strikes at Disneyland, financial concerns, underperforming shows, decreased attendance, and negative public perception. 00:00 Disney stock keeps dropping due to potential strike in Disneyland, empty parks, need for discounts, competition from upcoming theme parks, lack of change at Disney, and exit of a board member. 03:20 Disney stock is dropping due to uncertainty surrounding potential refurbishments, rumored new attractions, and contract negotiations with Disneyland workers, who are demanding better working conditions and higher wages. 05:02 Disney stock is dropping due to potential strikes, financial concerns, and lack of box office revenue, but upcoming releases like "Wolverine" and "Moana" may help. 07:36 Disney stock keeps dropping due to massive loans, significant debt, underperforming shows, decreased attendance and increased prices at theme parks, and negative experiences leading to investor concern. 11:35 Disney stock is dropping due to poor attendance, cumbersome reservation system, high costs, declining quality, and negative public perception. 15:38 Disney stock is dropping due to reduced hotel rates, lower theme park attendance, potential strike at Disneyland, financial concerns, board member departures, and costly announcements, but there are positive developments such as Bob Iger's investment in a sports team and the return of the Russo brothers for future Avengers films. 17:46 Disney stock dropping due to tripled meal prices at Be Our Guest restaurant, increased theme park prices, and reintroduction of dining plans with questionable value. 20:27 Disney stock is dropping due to uncertainty about future projects and potential strikes at theme parks. About Us: Clownfish TV is an independent, opinionated news and commentary channel that covers Entertainment and Tech from a consumer's point of view. We talk about Gaming, Comics, Anime, TV, Movies, Animation and more. Hosted by Kneon and Geeky Sparkles. Disclaimer: This series is produced by Clownfish Studios and WebReef Media, and is part of ClownfishTV.com. Opinions expressed by our contributors do not necessarily reflect the views of our guests, affiliates, sponsors, or advertisers. ClownfishTV.com is an unofficial news source and has no connection to any company that we may cover. This channel and website and the content made available through this site are for educational, entertainment and informational purposes only. These so-called “fair uses” are permitted even if the use of the work would otherwise be infringing. #Disney #Stock #Hollywood #News #Commentary #Reaction #Podcast #Comedy #Entertainment #Hollywood #PopCulture #Tech

Debbie Handy joins us to chat about working several Disneyland roles from the mid-1970s until 1983, including as a parade float driver and a Fantasyland ride operator, working on many different attractions. We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt's Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present. The Sweep Spot is an unofficial Disneyland podcast, with weekly episodes: a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Once per month, our Patreon participants join us in our live-as-we-record chat. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts.  For more information and to order books, visit our official website: http://www.TheSweepSpot.com  

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No. 37: Legacy Award-winning Disneyland Cast Member Jim Lowman from May 7, 2018 Let us hear from you! comments@mousetalgia.com In this classic episode, Mousetalgia welcomes Spirit and Legacy Awards-winning cast member Jim Lowman to the show to talk about his half century of working at Disneyland Park. Jim shares fascinating bits of history, including the Haunted Mansion's grand opening at Club 33, bringing the Churro to Disneyland, meeting the love of his life at the Tahitian Terrace, and seeing Walt Disney himself in Disneyland. Jim opened the Bengal BBQ (and created the menu with his family recipes), was a sous chef at Club 33, witnessed Cary Grant's private Candlelight Processional performance, opened Big Thunder Ranch, and gives us a first-hand account of Liz Taylor's big 60th birthday bash at Disneyland. Plus - Jeff reviews a "foodoir," Kristen shares a Bengal BBQ recipe, Becky talks wine, Dave talks Muppets - and more!

Nathan Eick, a Disneyland Cast Member from December 2000 to January 2022, chats about his various roles, including staffing the Disney Gallery, being a Tour Guide, vetting prospects in Live Entertainment, and more!We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt's Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.   The Sweep Spot is an unofficial Disneyland podcast, with weekly episodes now, with a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts.For more information and to order books, visit our official website:  http://www.TheSweepSpot.com

Episode 127 of the Rope Dropping Knowledge podcast is out!  It's Wednesday and it's weird.  Disney hires a new head of PR who handled the the BP oil spill and served as Pentagon press secretary during the war in Iraq.  Does this tell us where Disney feels it's reputation is at?  Spider-Man No Way Home is crushing presale numbers, why doesn't Brian get it? The Disneyland Cast Member strike has been averted, would we have crossed the picket line?  Tracey gives the new peanut butter sandwich the side eye and we launch our second giveaway of December that's Star Wars themed with double Loungefly prizes! As always we drop the latest in Disney news.  You can find us on all major podcast platforms including Apple, iHeart Radio, Spotify and Amazon Music. You can also stream or download every RDK episode while shopping for merch at our official website: www.RopeDroppingKnowledge.com

Join us as Bill and Sheila chat with Austin Carroll, author of “Fastpass to the Past: The Jr. Historian's Guide to Disneyland,” which is the first-ever Disneyland Park history book to be written for young readers.    Listen in as Austin shares her journey from being a Disneyland Cast Member to writing a book about Walt's Park. Be sure to hang onto your hats and glasses, folks, because we may even hear a Disneyland ghost story or two or from Austin! You can find Austin's book here! And you can find her podcast and book on Facebook! You can find us on the web at www.monorailtales.com. Find us on Facebook and like our page and join our fun Disney group! You can also find us on Twitter and Instagram If you a show idea or would like to be on the show, email sheila@monorailtales.com For the best deals on DVC Resale contracts and DVC rentals, check out our sponsor DVC Shop at DVCShop.com  

The Tim Ben & Brooke Show Is Live From Disneyland This Morning, We Talked With Disney Cast Member Alexa Garcia About The Magic Of Disneyland During The Holiday Season

On this episode, the Podmothers welcome a very special guest, Austin Carroll. Austin is a former Disneyland Cast Member and the author of "Fastpass to the Past: The Jr. Historian's Guide to Disneyland." Join us as Austin shares some of her firsthand knowledge of the very first Disney Park!

In this mini episode Lynn talks with former Disneyland Cast member Jim Goddard who worked in many roles in the park during the 70s, 80s and 90s. Hope you enjoy this conversation, for more info on our podcast, books and more go to www.thesweepspot.com

We're joined this week by special guest Julia, a former Disneyland cast member whose roles included Park Greeter and Entertainment host!  We asked her all about her time with Disney, from her beginning with the Disney Dreamer's Academy to ultimately being caught up in the massive layoffs last year. Music by Colin Paul

Joined by Guest Tangler Matthew Allen, Matt was once a Disneyland Cast Member and now he Co-Hosts the Vidjagame Apocalypse Podcast on the Lasertime network:  This week the Tanglers head to Disneyland, on August 23rd, 2005 during the 50th anniversary of the park. They discuss their history and relationship with the park as well as some of their favorite attractions, how the park has changed over the years, and some of their best and worst experiences.   The Tanglers work together for a co-op round of Trivia where Matt really shows his stuff, and they round out their discussion with a lightning round of Disneyland Favorites. Oh, and somehow they managed to turn Megan Fox into Black Widow, and prevent one of Hollywood's favorite couples from existing.

On this week's bonus episode we're talking with a former Disneyland Cast Member about her recent experience at "A Touch of Disney," the limited food and shopping experience at Disney's California Adventure park. Rachel has loads of great info to share about the $75 hard ticketed event, and even throws in a few fun stories from her time as a cast member at Disneyland - where she worked in concessions, was good friends with several of your favorite Disney princesses, and wore the plaids as a Disneyland VIP tour guide. All this and more on this week's fabulous bonus episode! The DCLDuo Podcast is a weekly Disney Cruise Line and Disney travel focused podcast. If you like our podcast, please subscribe and leave us a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts. Our podcast is also available on Pocket Casts, Spotify and most other major podcast providers. You can also like and follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @DCLDuo. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, you can email us at dclduo@gmail.com. The views in this podcast are our own, and are not those of the Walt Disney family of companies, Disney Cruise Line or the Walt Disney theme parks or resorts. If you have questions about a Disney vacation or any of the Disney offerings discussed in this podcast please contact Disney directly or discuss with your Disney travel agent. Thanks for listening! You can connect with the DCLDuo Podcast and Vlog at: https://dclduo.com Please subscribe to our YouTube Channel at: https://tinyurl.com/u5bj9lv Please review and subscribe to our Podcast on the following platforms (or most major podcast providers): Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dclduo-podcast/id1501550336 Pocket Casts: https://pca.st/gn6f1034 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Fcl8SPuSJFlam2KsJBHx7 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=526093&refid=stpr Google Podcasts: https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xNDZlYjkzYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== TuneIn Radio: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Sports--Recreation-Podcasts/DCLDuo-Podcast-p1319273/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/744bd586-7298-4804-96c5-be20a1fff61f/DCLDuo-Podcast You can also like and follow us on social media at: The DCLDuo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DclDuo The DCLDuo on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dcl_duo/ The DCLDuo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DCLDuo The DCLDuo Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dclduo We're also listed alongside some other great Disney podcasts at: Top 100 Disney Podcasts

Julia was a Disneyland Cast Member and it was very cool to hear the different characters she was able to work with in California opposed to the characters you find in Disney World. Very fun episode, so make sure to give it a listen! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/castconversations/support

On this episode Francine and Carrie chat with Julia, a former Disneyland Cast Member who has a unique perspective.  Julia Darling (as she's known online) shares some of her magical moments from working at Disneyland as well as her time participating in the Disney Dreamers Academy.  After being one of the 28,000 cast members laid off in 2020, Julia looked for ways to encourage and find the magic she already had in her. Show Notes: Find Julia on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/msjuliadarling/ Julia's Website:  https://adarlinginnyc.com/ Francine's Pixie Dust - Gordon Ramsay's show on Disney Plus is called:  Gordon Ramsay: Uncharted Carrie's Pixie Dust - Karen Puzzles https://youtu.be/Oa8r4Uj0Yf0 and the Try Guys https://youtu.be/L3MjLyNE-2k Find Francine and Carrie online: Website: https://www.PixieDustFan.com Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/PixieDustFan Carrie on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/muppetcrazy/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PixieDustFan Pixie Dust Fan Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/pixiedustfangroup Support Pixie Dust Fan https://www.pixiedustfan.com/support-pixie-dust-fan/ Pixie Dust Fan on YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/c/Pixiedustfansite

We ranked the top 12 current global Disney Parks Projects and called in our friend Louie Garcia, an architect who focuses on the theme parks and has worked with Disney Parks on several projects. And just for good measure, Louie was a Disneyland Cast Member all through high school and throughout college. CMs surround Brickey! The final episode of Disneyland For Designers starts with a special message to you from Brickey, but if you want to skip it, go straight to Club 0:33 in today's podcast.

This week, Disney’s losses in 2020 weren’t as bad as expected, Disneyland not opening in 2020, updates coming to the parks, a first look at the Spider-Man vehicle, the holidays come to the resort, we talk to former cast member Jesse, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. If you want some DLWeekly Swag, you can pick some up at https://www.dlweekly.net/store/. Book your travel through ConciEARS and ask about custom dining adventures! Be sure to mention that you heard about ConciEARS from DLWeekly at booking! All Enchanting Ears is offering 10% off for podcast listeners and weekly flash sales! Head on over to allenchantingears.com and use DLWEEKLY10 at checkout. News: Last Thursday, Disney held their Q4 earnings report and fiscal 2020 year end results. The company had 14 billion in revenue, beating expectations. The Disney Parks had the worst loss in the company with a 61% decrease in revenue, resulting in a 1.1 billion dollar loss. Disney estimates the total impact from COVID-19 in 2020 was 7.4 billion overall. – https://dlnewstoday.com/2020/11/breaking-disney-parks-experiences-and-products-segment-records-loss-of-1-1-billion-in-q4-2020/ During the 2020 earnings call last week, Disney CEO Bob Chapek dropped the news that they did not think that Disneyland would be open in the fiscal first quarter of 2021. This is confusing some as different online publications are saying this means until March 2021, but the way that Disney has it’s fiscal years setup means that Disneyland will not be open for the rest of 2020. The second fiscal quarter starts in January, 2021. – https://www.micechat.com/275082-disneyland-update-open-and-closed-as-disneyland-faces-a-purple-christmas/ Most of California, including Orange County where Disneyland, Disney California Adventure, and Knott’s Berry Farm are located have slid back into the purple zone on California’s COVID-19 blueprint. This means that even the smaller amusement parks need to close down again, and indoor dining will not be allowed, with fewer guests allowed inside retail locations. For Downtown Disney, this means a return to outdoor dining only, and longer lines for the retail stores. – https://www.micechat.com/275082-disneyland-update-open-and-closed-as-disneyland-faces-a-purple-christmas/ and https://www.ocregister.com/2020/11/16/disneyland-and-knotts-further-from-reopening-with-orange-countys-slide-into-most-restrictive-covid-19-tier/ Josh D’Amaro, Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products, presented at the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions, or IAAPA, Virtual Education Conference. During the presentation, he showed off some positive changes coming to the parks around the world. At Disneyland, Avengers Campus is working toward completion, with the bulk of the additions happening at other parks. – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2020/11/updates-on-new-disney-parks-attractions-entertainment-offer-glimpse-of-exciting-future/ This week, we received a first look at the actual ride vehicle for the new Spider-Man attraction coming to Avenger’s Campus. The new attraction, named “Web Slingers: A Spider-Man Adventure” will be the new e-ticket in the land when it opens. The ride vehicles are enclosed and give the feel of a much smaller Guardian’s gantry lift. The side of the vehicle opens to allow guests to board in a single line facing outward so they can sling webs! – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2020/11/16/pics-check-out-the-ride-vehicles-for-the-upcoming-web-slingers-a-spider-man-adventure-in-disneyland/ At the IAAPA Expo, Josh D’Amaro stated that more inclusion projects will be coming to the parks after the Splash Mountain retheming. This is part of the fifth key in Cast Member training that was announced in September. – https://dlnewstoday.com/2020/11/josh-damaro-states-there-will-be-more-inclusion-projects-for-disney-parks-starting-with-splash-mountain-retheming/ The holidays have officially arrived at the Disneyland Resort with a number of seasonal shopping and dining options now available. Black Tap has a Thanksgiving Burger, La Brea Bakery has a few different spirits to choose from like the Merry Manhattan, the Tinsel-Tini, a Mistletoe Margarita, the Joyful Daiquiri, and the Jolly Old Fashioned. Earl of Sandwich, California Churro, Wetzel’s Pretzels, and Marceline’s Confectionery also have some festive options. A holiday favorite will not be returning this year. The infamous Disneyland Candy Cane will not be avaliable. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2020/11/16/take-a-look-at-the-seasonal-shopping-and-dining-available-at-downtown-disney/ and https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2020/11/shop-sip-savor-and-celebrate-the-holiday-season-at-downtown-disney-district-at-disneyland-resort/ For merchandise, holiday options are coming to a lot of Downtown Disney shops, the Backlot Premiere Shop, and Buena Vista Street Shops. If you are able, we would encourage a donation to the Toys for Tots boxes outside of World of Disney, since Disney will donate an additional $1 for every toy donated. You can also donate on shopdisney.com/toysfortots. Buena Vista Street has been decorated for a little bit now for the holidays, but that has finally spilled out into the main Downtown Disney District. Decorated Christmas trees have been added to the planters, toy soldiers have been placed, lights and packages have also been scattered about. Some festive holiday banners have been installed by the old AMC theater, and Christmas music fills the air. A Downtown Disney Christmas Tree has also been installed near the esplanade. – https://dlnewstoday.com/2020/11/photos-video-christmas-decorations-appear-at-downtown-disney-district-and-buena-vista-street-at-disneyland-resort/ MiceChat noticed some Christmas decorations through the front gates of Disneyland recently, giving guests hope that Main Street might reopen, much like Buena Vista Street. Unfortunately, it looks like the decorations were just setup for some form of production in the park, and have been removed. – https://www.micechat.com/275082-disneyland-update-open-and-closed-as-disneyland-faces-a-purple-christmas/ The former location of the Wonderground Gallery in Downtown Disney has received a new Star Wars Trading Post sign. The new sign gives guests a better idea of what the location is, since the previous exterior didn’t explicitly say what the store was. – https://www.micechat.com/275082-disneyland-update-open-and-closed-as-disneyland-faces-a-purple-christmas/ MiceChat posted an aerial update for Disneyland this week. Scaffolding has come down around Snow White, King Arthur Carrousel, and The Haunted Mansion, showing completed, or mostly completed exterior work on these attractions. Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway has also been going up at a rapid pace! – https://www.micechat.com/275082-disneyland-update-open-and-closed-as-disneyland-faces-a-purple-christmas/ New Disney Parks Pals Collectibuilds have arrived! Each mystery box contains one of twelve collectibles, with the box being able to fold into an attraction vehicle. For series 1, a Monorail, train, Kilimanjaro Safari truck, Peter Pan’s Flight pirate ship, and Space Mountain rocket ship are the options. The new pals are $9.99 and have been spotted in World of Disney. – https://dlnewstoday.com/2020/11/photos-video-new-disney-park-pals-collectabuilds-mystery-boxes-include-character-figure-and-buildable-ride-attraction-vehicles/ Black Tap has come up with another tasty treat, this time themed to Mickey Mouse! The Special Edition Shake features a strawberry shake with a vanilla frosted rim with Mickey Mouse sprinkles topped with a homemade Mickey Mouse shaped crisped rice treat, white and red rock candy, whipped cream, red sprinkles and a cherry on top. The shake costs $24, and is available daily. – https://twitter.com/Disneyland/status/1328387154263805953 Disney posted a preview of the last Minnie the Main Attraction collection this week. The final design is based on fireworks and Disney Castles. Like the previous sets, there will be Minnie ears, mug, pin set, a Loungefly backpack, and a Minnie plush. The final set should be open for MerchPass next month. – https://dlnewstoday.com/2020/11/photo-first-look-at-new-nighttime-fireworks-castle-finale-collection-for-minnie-mouse-the-main-attraction-series/ The Disney Holiday Sing Along lineup has been announced. Ryan Seacrest will return as host and will include BTS, Michael Buble, Adam Lambert, and more. Plus, returning favorites Derek and Julianne Hough will also be part of the singalong. The North American touring companies of Frozen, Aladdin and The Lion King will also make an appearance. Disney’s a cappella group, DCappella, will also be joining in on the magical holiday fun. For a complete list, check out the link in our show notes. “The Disney Holiday Sing Along” will air on Monday, Nov. 30 at 8/7c on ABC. – https://dlnewstoday.com/2020/11/complete-lineup-for-the-disney-holiday-singalong-revealed-featuring-performances-by-bts-chloe-x-halle-michael-buble-and-more/ This week has a TON of special streams from D23, the official Disney fan club. As of the recording of this episode, all the public presentations are available on their YouTube page to watch. Topics include The Fantasia Legacy, Storytelling through Merchandise, Marvel’s 616, 80 Years of Captain America, Mickey and Minnie on their Birthday, Walt Disney World: Destination Tomorrow, Epcot – the Magic of Possibility and more! – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dHMUXx74VWs and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2eqdldgTBcI and https://d23.com/d23-event/fantastic-worlds-celebration-week/ Grand Californian is reopening with no dining, shopping, and only one pool. Other services that will not be available include: Bell Services, which will still deliver luggage but will not escort guests Disney Floral & Gifts Dry-cleaning and valet laundry (self-service laundry will remain available) Shipping services Valet parking – https://dlnewstoday.com/2020/11/disneys-grand-californian-hotel-spa-reopening-with-no-dining-shopping-and-only-one-pool/ Discussion Topic: Former Merchandise Cast Member Jesse

This week, to distract ourselves from impending doom, we discuss the top 5 cast member costumes in the Disneyland resort, and the worst costume (in our opinion) too. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/saddestpod/support

We’re back! This week we are discussing the ways you can familiarize yourself with and support Disney’s black culture. Also, a HUGE announcement about reopening the Disneyland Resort including California Adventure, Downtown Disney, The Grand Californian and The Paradise Pier Hotel. As usual, we’ve got updates on merch, what to watch on Disney+ and all of the ways you can bring the magic into your home until we can get back to the parks! Links:Subscribe to our events calendar (it’s free)!Follow Sean, Tabitha and the Magic on Main Street Podcast on Instagram!If you have any comments, questions or any stories you may want to share with our audience, email us at friends@magiconmainstreetpodcast.com.Become a patron on our all new Patreon! For as little as $2 a month, you’ll get early access and you’ll never have to listen to ads!Topic 1 - This Week in Disneyland history1956:Disneyland debuts Tom Sawyer Island & the Rafts to Tom Sawyer Island in Frontierland, the film 3D Jamboree at the Mickey Mouse Club Theater, and the Storybook Land Canal Boats attraction in Fantasyland.Tom Sawyer Island (today known as Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island) is an artificial island surrounded by the Rivers of America and inspired by the works of Mark Twain. Guests visit the island by traveling on a motorized raft which is piloted by a Disneyland Cast Member. The short 3D Jamboree features the famous Mouseketeers and their leader Jimmy Dodd. The presentation includes the animated shorts Melody and Working for Peanuts all in 3D. Storybook Land Canal Boats (originally known as Canal Boats of the World in 1955) features 13 boats (powered by outboard motors) afloat in 465,000 gallons of water.1958:Disneyland's Columbia ship opens on the Rivers of America. It is a full-scale version of the first ship to carry the American flag around the world. It actually was built in large part from the plans for the HMS Bounty (of mutiny fame). Disney's shipbuilders couldn't find plans for the original Columbia, so they relied heavily on those of Captain Bligh's ship, which had similar dimensions. It has cost $300,000 to build. Fowler's Harbor (named after Admiral Joseph Fowler, who helped to build Disneyland) is also officially opened on this day to dock the new ship. A dedication ceremony takes place with Fowler and Walt Disney himself in attendanceThe Disneyland attraction Alice in Wonderland debuts in Fantasyland. Actress, Kathryn Beaumont, voice of Alice in the 1951 animated movie, provides the voice for the dark ride. It follows the path of the movie, as the riders (as Alice) follow the White Rabbit down the Rabbit Hole into Wonderland. Disneyland's first "Alice" attraction - Mad Tea Party (a spinning tea cup ride), has been operating since the park's debut in July 19551959:Three major attractions are christened at Disneyland on this day:The first urban monorail system in the U.S., the Disneyland-Alweg Monorail System, begins operation in California's Disneyland. The two Mark I trains run on a .8 mile track around Tomorrowland. Walt Disney and U.S. Vice president Nixon and their families are on hand for the dedication of the "Highway in the Sky." (In June 1961, the Monorail will become a true transportation link instead of just a sightseeing ride. With an extended 2 1/2 mile track, Disneyland Hotel guests will be able to board the Monorail at the hotel and begin their park visit in Tomorrowland.)Also on this day at Disneyland, the Matterhorn Mountain with its Matterhorn Bobsleds, opens. Modeled after the Matterhorn, a real mountain in the Swiss Alps, it is the first roller coaster to use cylindrical rails and urethane wheels (which will become standard in the roller coaster industry). At 147 feet tall, the Matterhorn contains 500 tons of structural steel. The ride consists of two separate tracks that run somewhat parallel to each other for much of the ride, intertwining and eventually deviating from each other at the loading areas.The Submarine Voyage ride is officially dedicated on this day as well in Tomorrowland (although it has has been open since June 6). The attraction has cost about $2.5 million to create. The Nautilus and 7 sister submarines - the Triton, Sea Wolf, Skate, Skipjack, George Washington, Patrick Henry, and Ethan Allen allow 38 Disneyland guests at a time to take their own voyage to the North Pole. For the dedication of the new Submarine Voyage attraction the opening ceremonies feature eight live mermaids performing a synchronized swimming ballet in the lagoon.Mrs. Mildred Nelson, wife of the chief machinist on the the first nuclear-powered submarine, USS Nautilus,helps Walt Disney christen the sub D-301, appropriately named Nautilus. Also taking place at 1:30 is a special dedication parade specifically designedfor this day's festivities. The parade and all the day's events are filmed for an ABC television special to be titled Kodak Presents Disneyland ’59.1967:The Club 33 restaurant (for members-only) opens at 33 Royal Street, in New Orleans Square at Disneyland. It is comprised of two dining rooms and several adjoining areas, all of which hold a wide array of magnificent antiques and original works of art. A secret feature of the theme park, the entrance of the private club is located next to the Blue Bayou Restaurant at "33 Royal Street" with the entrance recognizable by an ornate address plate with the number 33 engraved on it.1971:The All American College Band performs for the very first time at Disneyland. The All-American College Band, made up of musicians from colleges all across the United States, will perform for 11 weeks throughout the summer (and become a yearly tradition).1972:The Main Street Electric Parade kicks off at Disneyland for the very first time. The floats include the Blue Fairy, Casey Junior Circus Train, Alice In Wonderland, Chinese Dragon, Dumbo’s Circus, Cinderella’s Ball, "it’s a small world", and the American Finale.1974:Disney World’s "Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue" dinner show debuts in Pioneer Hall at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground. Created as a college workshop summer production only, guest response will be so positive that Walt Disney World entertainment will continue the show with a permanent professional cast at the end of the 1974 summer! 1975:Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln returns to Disneyland after being replaced in 1973 with The Walt Disney Story.1983:The Disneyland parade Flights of Fantasy, which celebrates the opening of the New Fantasyland, debuts.1999:Disney's animated feature Tarzan premieres in the U.S. at the El Capitan Theater in HollywoodThe computer controlled sign that welcomes guests to the main entrance of Disneyland's parking lot is removed. Its site will be absorbed into the new California Adventure area. (This is only the second sign to greet guests as they entered Disneyland in the park's 44 year history. The original marquee, erected in 1958, had letters that had to be changed by hand!) Disney's 37th animated feature Tarzan is generally released in the U.S.2010:Toy Story 3 has its worldwide premiere at Taormina Film Fest in Italy. (It will premiere in the U.S. the following day.)2012:An expanded and spruced-up Carnation Café debuts on Main Street, U.S.A., in Disneyland park.A 4.1 earthquake in Yorba Linda that shake parts of Southern California on this evening adds a little extra unexpected excitement to the star-studded red carpet opening of the new Cars Land at the Disneyland Resort.Disneyland Resort caps off its $1 billion renovation of Disney California Adventure with the public opening of Cars Land and the new Buena Vista Street. Based on the Disney-Pixar movie Cars, Cars Land is the largest piece of a five-year expansion at Disney California Adventure Park, adding 12 acres of new attractions to the theme park. It is a recreation of the fictional town of Radiator Springs, featuring Luigi's Flying Tires, which flies riders over what looks like a giant air hockey table; Mater's Junkyard Jamboree, which swings riders in trailers in a "tow-si-do" square dance; and Radiator Springs Racers, which takes riders through a race through a mountain range.2016:Finding Dory, a 3D computer-animated comedy adventure film produced by Pixar Animation Studios and released by Walt Disney Pictures, hits U.S. theaters. The revamped Soarin’ flight simulator rides at Disney California Adventure and Epcot open to guests. Now called Soarin' Around the World, new scenes include a flight over Switzerland’s Matterhorn, the Arctic Ocean with a leaping whale, the Sydney Opera House in Australia, Germany’s Neuschwanstein castle, a herd of African elephants, the Great Wall of China, Egyptian pyramids, India’s Taj Mahal, hot air balloons in Monument Valley on the Arizona-Utah border, outrigger boats off Fiji, the Iguazu waterfalls on the Argentina-Brazil border and France’s Eiffel Tower. A new soundtrack performed by the London Studio Orchestra is based on Jerry Goldsmith's original Soarin’ score. Patrick Warburton (best known as Elaine’s on-again, off-again boyfriend Puddy on "Seinfeld") returns as chief flight attendant and host.2018:Incredibles 2, a computer-animated superhero film produced by Pixar Animation Studios and distributed by Walt Disney Pictures, is released to theaters in the U.S.Topic 2 - News ReopeningDatesAPExpiration stays the same or extendRecharge for paymentNew expirationTicketsHotels updateJosh D’AMaro Announcement:Topic 3 - MerchNew Disney Rainbow Collection Mickey Loungefly Backpack and Dog Tee Parades into shopDisney for Pride MonthNew Rainbow Mickey Collection Drops on shopDisney In Honor of Pride MonthNew Pirates of the Caribbean Loungefly Mini Backpack Sails Into shopDisneyTopic 4 - Hidden MickeyTopic 5 - FoodCooking up the magic: The chefs at Lamplight Lounge in Disney California Adventure park have put a fun spin on a lunchtime classic with these PB and J Rolls.Topic 6 - Events/EntertainmentArtemis Fowl is now streaming on Disney+MAIN - Disney's Black CultureDisney+Splash Mountain rethemingThe Walt Disney Company has pledged $5 million to support nonprofit organizations that advance social justice, beginning with a $2 million donation to the NAACP to further their longstanding work promoting social justice by eliminating disparities and racial discrimination through their advocacy and education programs.“The killing of George Floyd has forced our nation to once again confront the long history of injustice that black people in America have suffered, and it is critical that we stand together, speak out and do everything in our power to ensure that acts of racism and violence are never tolerated,” said Bob Chapek, Chief Executive Officer, The Walt Disney Company. “This $5 million pledge will continue to support the efforts of nonprofit organizations such as the NAACP that have worked tirelessly to ensure equality and justice.”In addition, through the Disney Employee Matching Gifts program, employees are able to increase their impact in their communities by donating to eligible organizations, with the Company matching those gifts.Disney’s “Real Change” In Wake Of George Floyd Killing ProtestsBelow is a link to a statement we sent to our fellow @Disney employees. It's from Bob Chapek, our CEO, Latondra Newton, our Chief Diversity Officer, and me.Floyd Norman, an Animated LifePrime moviesSoulhttps://movies.disney.com/soul? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we welcome former Disneyland Cast Member and WED / Imagineering Research Analyst Melissa Rhone to talk all about her career with Disney. She worked with some of the Disney Legends who worked with Walt. She was there during a very interesting time late 70's and early 80s. Enjoy this great conversation, plus the latest in the Disneyland Resort Current Events. For info on our show go to www.thesweepspot.com Subscribe to our YouTube Channel as well, Enjoy!

Being a cast member at Disneyland and Disneyworld, you see a lot of crazy things. Some cast members shared some their horror stories, along with a discussion on some strange happenings with the Big Dipper, a penis chomping crocodile and more! 

In episode 70 of Matterhorn Mondays, Alex and I are joined by Jeremy! We give one last update on Buzzy, talk about the leaked Disneyland Cast Member magazine that features images of Galaxy's Edge ride vehicles, and we go over a recent interview with CEO Bob Iger on his plans for Disney+ and the future of the theme parks. 1:37 - News From the Peak 15:15 - Buzzy Update 18:19 - Galaxy's Edge Images 23:55 - Bob Iger Interview Alex the Historian: https://goo.gl/LwMrjT Check us out on The Live Place!: http://www.theliveplace.com/ My Twitter: https://goo.gl/BKqnuY Alex's Twitter: https://goo.gl/uMi2jt My Patreon: www.patreon.com/matterhornmatt Donate to Alex on the app Venmo - @ayalexander

Welcome to our very special episode where we interview an ex Disneyland cast member with no holds barred. NOT FOR TINY EARS or for bigger ears who don't want any magic lifted. All swearing is bleeped.We thank Will very much for his time, humour, friendship & candor. We highly recommend you subscribe to his podcast History Made Up - head to www.historymadeup.com Come & say hello to us on twitter @themeparkfilms, instagram @themeparkfilmspodcast or email themeparkfilms@hotmail.comWe are the proud creators of www.britpodscene.com Carla's other podcast - focusing on retro pop culture - with another middle class friend, can be found http://numberonererun.podbean.com

Welcome to The Minnie Mice Tales, a new candid interview style format where we feature notables in the Disney community, hear their stories and learn where their passion for Disney comes from. What a better way to celebrate our Vets than by having George Lawson, former Disneyland Cast Member & WW2 Veteran in our studio to talk about his life, meeting Walt Disney and his painful departure from the job he adored. You don't want to miss it.

This week, Mousetalgia welcomes Spirit and Legacy Awards-winning cast member Jim Lowman to the show to talk about his half century of working at Disneyland Park. Jim shares fascinating bits of history, including the Haunted Mansion's grand opening at Club 33, bringing the Churro to Disneyland, meeting the love of his life at the Tahitian Terrace, and seeing Walt Disney himself in Disneyland. Jim opened the Bengal BBQ (and created the menu with his family recipes), was a sous chef at Club 33, witnessed Cary Grant's private Candlelight Processional performance, opened Big Thunder Ranch, and gives us a first-hand account of Liz Taylor's big 60th birthday bash at Disneyland. Plus - Jeff reviews a "foodoir," Kristen shares a Bengal BBQ recipe, Becky talks wine, Dave talks Muppets - and more!

10/03/17 - Tragic shooting in Las Vegas claimed the life of a Disneyland Cast Member, Altice customers won’t suffer a Disney/ESPN blackout, D23 2018 events announced, and more in today's DIS Daily Fix!

In Show #61, Disneyland cast member Erin briefly talks about some interesting Main St. USA information while driving the Fire Chief's shuttle AND my 4 year old talks about her favorite vacation memories!!  Thank you for downloading and listening to Show #61 of The Dub Dee Dub Revue.  We hope you enjoy the show! The Dub Dee Dub Revue can be found on iTunes, Stitcher, Tune In Radio, Google Play Music, iHeartRadio, Overcast, Player FM, Pod-O-Matic, Pocketcasts, Podcast Addict, and Dis Radio 24/7 as well as on our own site thedubdeedubrevue.com.  Also, Please be sure to subscribe to the show to get the latest shows delivered directly to your podcast feed.  Also, visit us on Twitter @dubdeedubrevue and like our Facebook page. Lastly, Thank You to our sponsors for making this show happen.  (The Magic For Less Travel Agency and The Theme Park Brothers)  We appreciate your support...AND...as always, we appreciate YOU spending a little of your time with us.  We know that you have lots of options for Disney-based podcasts, but for including us...Thank You

In this episode, we return to one of my most popular guests, Amanda Henderson, for a wonderful follow-up interview. In part 1, back on episode 110, Amanda talked about how she got started working at Disneyland and specifically as an … Continue reading →

  Today we get to return to Disneyland for a Cast Member story! Amanda Henderson was an Entertainment Host and she still has an incredible love for Disney in general, Disneyland in particular, and for the characters that is infectious … Continue reading →

In this episode we welcome a former Disneyland custodial cast member who started in 1965 and left in 1969. He was there during some incredible changes, and not all good changes either. During the building of New Orleans Sq., New Tomorrowland of 1967, Disneyland's 10th anniversary, and more. Plus we have the latest in the current events. www.thesweepspot.com

Hal is a lifelong Disney Parks fan and Mark is a former Disneyland Cast Member. Together they're joined by Disney Park fanatics/experts Ken Plume (Bit of a Chat, Ken P.D. Snydecast) and Dana Snyder (Aqua Teen Hunger Force, Ken P.D. Snydecast, Drunk on Disney) to sort through it all and come up with the best ride at any Disney park. Topics include: - Berms - 90s Bands - Ephemera

In this episode, we conclude our interview with former Disneyland Cast Member, former Walt Disney World College Program Cast Member, and creator of the Disneyland audio website, DisneyChris.com, Chris Lyndon. Last time, we focused mainly on Chris’s time as a … Continue reading →

In this episode, we begin a new interview with Chris Lyndon. Chris is a former Disneyland Cast Member, former Walt Disney World College Program Cast Member, and creator of the Disneyland audio website, DisneyChris.com. This time, we focus mainly on … Continue reading →

**Rated PG-Headphones Suggested** This special edition of the Meandering Mouse takes on a different and somewhat of a reflective tone as I prepare my mind and spirit for an upcoming Disneyland trip at the end of August. The audio featured on this episode of The Meandering Mouse is 100% from Disneyland...the original that started it all! First, we revisit some of the very first audio clips I took while I first meandered through Disneyland back in October of 2005. The Meandering Mouse wasn't even thought of at this point because I didn't have a podcast. This type of audio is RARE...I don't know of any other Disney podcasters that have audio recorded of themselves experiencing Disneyland for the very first time. It really takes me back to that special feeling I had walking around alone in Walt's original park for the very first time on a chilly evening in October...I even get LOST which is funny to hear now that I know the parks on both coasts like the back of my hand. The other neat thing in regards to these recordings is that you can hear how the quality of my meanderings have improved over time. To be honest, the quality is quite rough on these early recordings...levels are all over the place and there are some spots with some REALLY NASTY wind and vibration. It is quite listenable though...no doubt about that. After the early first steps into Disneyland recordings, I shift gears and play some newer audio from my trip to DL this past Feb. However, the audio is just of me literally meandering through the park with no purpose. It's fun to come along with me as I take in my surroundings and point out certain details I notice along the way. Next, we visit The Sorcerer's Workshop at The Animation Building in Cali Adventure where myself and my Disneyland Cast Member friend (Toast) take Disney personality tests using the enchanted books in the Beauty and the Beast Library. Last, I leave you with a high quality and fun experience over at Monsters Inc. I think this is one of my best recordings of one of the newest attraction at DL. I finally captured one of my favorite gags and details of the attraction while making my way through the queue area. Thanks to everyone that has made donations to The Meandering Mouse and The Disney Podcast Network thru the show website! Website at: www.meanderingmouse.com Email: podcast@meanderingmouse.com - Voice Mail: 713-893-3866 - Discuss at The Disney Podcast Network: www.disneypodcastnet.com

*Show is RATED PG-13* Okay, I've gotten many emails and have seen many requests on the forums for part two of my interview with my Disneyland cast member friend. I sat down with my buddy out at Disneyland's Grand Californian / California Adventure one afternoon in February and we spoke about his 11 year history with the company. Part one of the interview posted on The Meandering Mouse on March 4, 2006. I find this part of the interview to be MUCH MORE interesting as my friend talks about the current job conditions at Disneyland and how things have changed since the inception of "presenteism." We also discuss something a bit less serious...his favorite and least favorite park attractions. As stated in the topic title, this is a special episode of The Meandering Mouse so there are no soundseeing experiences or goofyness. Enjoy these more serious meanderings as a change of pace for the show. Forum member "Toast" is the person being interviewed. He is an active member at The Disney Podcast Network. Therefore, if you have any questions, post away and I'm sure he will be happy to answer. Thanks to everyone that has made donations to The Meandering Mouse and The Disney Podcast Network thru the show website! Website at: www.meanderingmouse.com Email: podcast@meanderingmouse.com - Voice Mail: 713-893-3866 - Discuss at The Disney Podcast Network: www.disneypodcastnet.com

Join your host, Jeff from Houston and his Disneyland Cast Member friend, on the streets of downtown San Diego as they break from the crowds at the Disneyland Resort and run straight into a wall of, "say what??" This show is a contest to see who can explain what in the world some guy is talking about as he meanders down the street on his cell phone. Send in your answers / comments about the "mystery" sound clip and win an Expedition Everest pin from the Annual Passholder Preview. Thanks to everyone for subscribing and listening! Email answers to: podcast@meanderingmouse.com - Voice Mail your answers to be played on the show: 713-893-3866