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Jim and Lauren follow the winding path of Labyrinth as it turns 40, exploring how a film that underperformed in 1986 became one of the most beloved cult classics of the home video era - and how its legacy nearly intertwined with Disney in a much bigger way. In this episode of I Want That Too, we connect the dots between Jim Henson's ambitious fantasy film, its surprising international success, and the long road that led Disney to acquire the Muppets - but not Labyrinth. Along the way, we look at the massive 40th anniversary merch push and what it says about the power of nostalgia-driven consumer products. NEWS • Disney Consumer Products wins big at North America's Toy Fair, taking home Doll of the Year for the American Girl Moana collection and Plush Toy of the Year for the interactive Stitch • How upcoming theatrical releases - including The Mandalorian and Grogu, Toy Story 5, Moana (live-action), and Spider-Man: Brand New Day - are shaping Disney's 2026 merchandise strategy • A new Haunted Mansion wedding venue debuts at Disneyland as Disney Fairy Tale Weddings celebrates its 35th anniversary • Disney unveils a 35th anniversary light-up wedding gown featuring 500 embedded lights and 35 programmable lighting effects • Labyrinth kicks off its 40th anniversary celebration with anniversary screenings, a 60-city concert tour, new collectibles, and specialty footwear collaborations FEATURE • Why Labyrinth struggled at the box office in 1986 despite an A-team creative lineup that included George Lucas and David Bowie • The international box office story that softened the blow - and helped build the film's cult following • How Labyrinth's disappointing domestic performance factored into Jim Henson's decision to sell his company • The original 1989 Disney acquisition deal that would have given the Mouse the entire Henson film library - including Labyrinth and The Dark Crystal • Why the Henson family ultimately retained key IP like Labyrinth, Fraggle Rock, and The Dark Crystal when Disney finalized its Muppets purchase in 2004 • The newly announced Labyrinth sequel in development at TriStar Pictures and what it signals about the brand's enduring power HOSTS • Jim Hill - IG: @JimHillMedia | X: @JimHillMedia | Website: JimHillMedia.com • Lauren Hersey - IG: @lauren_hersey_ | X: @laurenhersey2 FOLLOW • Facebook: JimHillMediaNews • Instagram: JimHillMedia • TikTok: JimHillMedia SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at Patreon.com/JimHillMedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - Strong Minded Agency SPONSOR This episode is brought to you by Unlock Magic. If a Disney or Universal trip is on your radar for 2026, Unlock Magic helps you secure great ticket prices with expert guidance from people who truly know the parks. Visit UnlockedMagic.com to lock in the best deals and make your next trip a little more magical. If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dust off your cobwebs and straighten your cravats, DizRadio fans! The velvet curtains are parting, and we are back and we aren't just talking about movie magic, we're sitting down with the man who lived it. We are beyond honored to welcome the incredibly versatile Nathaniel Parker (The Haunted Mansion, Beverly Hills Ninja, The Last Duel, Inspector Lynley, Twelve Dates Til Christmas) to the show! If his face feels like home, it's because he has been a staple of our screens for decades. Whether you know him as the brooding Master Gracey in Disney's The Haunted Mansion, the sharp witted Inspector Lynley, or from his roles in The Last Duel and the slapstick classic Beverly Hills Ninja, Nathaniel has a filmography that defies genres. We're diving deep into the stories you've been dying to hear. He discusses a look back at the enduring cult-classic status of The Haunted Mansion, shares the heartwarming story of fulfilling a career-long goal by starring in Twelve Dates Til Christmas, the rolling greens of Ireland to the slapstick sets of 90s comedies like Beverly Hills Ninja, we journey through his favorite films. He also talks about being recognized in public for his roles. But wait—hold onto your hitchhiking ghosts! Jonathan from the D-Team is stopping by the studio to do what he does best: ramble on about all things eerie. We're talking Haunted Mansion Lore, Halloween Energy, 90s Comedy Gold and more. Whether you're here for the mystery, the history, or a little touch of spooky magic, this episode has a seat saved just for you. Enjoy the Nostalgia, the Magic, the Wonder, and the Memories with The DizRadio Show "A Pop Culture Celebrity Guest Show"!
Here is your Disney News for Wednesday, February 25th, 2026 - Disneyland Tokyo's Haunted Mansion is getting a tech upgrade with holographic ghosts and interactive elements. - Disneyland Paris is hosting "Art in the Park," a festival from March 1-7 featuring live performances and workshops with Disney artists. - Disney Cruise Line introduces a new route from Alaska to Hawaii, offering themed nights and cultural experiences. - Disney+ is launching an original series "The Magic Makers," detailing behind-the-scenes at Disney parks and studios. Have a magical day and tune in again tomorrow for more updates.
Haunted Disneyland first appeared on our feed back in 2015 as one of our earliest episodes. We later covered Walt Disney World and the Haunted Mansion got its own deep dive on a Halloween Episode. Disney has held a special place in both of our hearts from the time we were little kids. Disneyland was one of the first amusement parks either of us visited as we were both born in Southern California. Disneyland was inspired by a dream to build a place where all the members of a family could have fun and this "Happiest Place on Earth" has been fulfilling that dream for seventy years. Our favorite attraction is the Haunted Mansion. What if that mansion were really haunted? Could it be? And what of the rest of the park? Could a park that was the heart and soul of Walt Disney go on without his spirit somehow sticking around? Join us on a magical journey as we share the history and hauntings of Disneyland! Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Music used in this episode: Main Theme: Creepy Carnival Theme Created and produced by History Goes Bump Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Other music in this episode: Castle in the Clouds produced by History Goes Bump Licensed under International Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
In this episode, our panel shares the frequency that they typically engage in experiences at the Walt Disney World resort including attractions, restaurants, shows, park entry, and more. We share whether we almost always, often, sometimes, seldom, or almost never experience, starting with the Magic Kingdom and see how far we get. As we discuss popular attractions like Haunted Mansion, Pirates of the Caribbean, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, and food options like popcorn, Columbia Harbour House, and Pecos Bill's, we also talk about what affects our frequencies such as lengths of lines, preferences, and more. How close are our answers to yours?
Here's your Disney News for Saturday, February 21st, 2026 - Disneyland Tokyo is buzzing with excitement about the upcoming Zootopia expansion, bringing immersive environments and thrilling attractions set to open in a few months. - Disneyland Paris will dazzle guests with the return of the Disney Illuminations show, featuring new scenes against a backdrop of dazzling lights and fireworks. - Disney+ is launching a new live-action series inspired by The Haunted Mansion attraction, delving into the ride's mystery with a family-friendly twist. - The Epcot Flower & Garden Festival will run from March 3rd to July 5th, offering beautiful garden displays and delectable springtime treats. Have a magical day and tune in again tomorrow for more updates.
Dale's dipping his toe into the world of sports trading cards… and Amy's already bracing for a full-blown obsession. The Drink of the Week doesn't win Dale over (unless it's extra dirty), and a new slang term making the rounds in their friend group sparks some unexpected self-reflection, and maybe calls a few people out.They also address the 2027 Daytona 500 rumors and recap their Disney Cruise, complete with a Haunted Mansion bar and a Medusa moment that got a little too real, and a few teenage decisions involving skipped school and questionable judgment that absolutely would not hold up today.In #AskAmy, they debate the ideal number of nights in Key West, the go-to hangover breakfast, pets their kids will never be allowed to have, and take a trip down memory lane to Dale's MTV Cribs house. And for more content, check out our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@BlessYourHardtReal fans wear Dirty Mo. Hit the link and join the crew.
Jim and Len dig into multimodal transportation news, Epic Universe's shifting early entry lineup, and a possible successor to Josh D'Amaro before launching a new series on the history of The Great Movie Ride - including how a live performer in Disneyland's Haunted Mansion helped inspire one of Disney-MGM Studios' most ambitious opening-day attractions. NEWS • Universal selects The Boring Company to develop a resort-wide transportation system connecting parks and hotels • Epic Universe quietly reshuffles early park admission offerings mid-month • Natasha Rafalski emerges as a potential future leader of Disney Experiences • Garden Rocks concert lineup shifts major acts to Friday through Monday dates • Walt Disney World files permits tied to updates at Carousel of Progress FEATURE • How a live “Knight” performer inside Disneyland's Haunted Mansion in 1985 influenced Michael Eisner • The Main Street Cinema's Phantom of the Opera stunt and its connection to Universal Studios' early tram tour • The risks and guest reactions that ended the Haunted Mansion live-performer experiment • The origins of The Great Movie Ride's ambitious blend of live actors and animatronics For this episode's full show notes, click here. HOSTS • Jim Hill - IG: @JimHillMedia | X: @JimHillMedia | Website: JimHillMedia.com • Len Testa - IG: @len.testa | Bluesky: @lentesta.bsky.social | Website: TouringPlans.com FOLLOW • Facebook: JimHillMediaNews • Instagram: JimHillMedia • TikTok: JimHillMedia SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at Patreon.com/JimHillMedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - Strong Minded Agency SPONSOR This episode is sponsored by Unlocked Magic. Save on Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando tickets at UnlockedMagic.com. If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jim and Len dig into multimodal transportation news, Epic Universe's shifting early entry lineup, and a possible successor to Josh D'Amaro before launching a new series on the history of The Great Movie Ride - including how a live performer in Disneyland's Haunted Mansion helped inspire one of Disney-MGM Studios' most ambitious opening-day attractions. NEWS • Universal selects The Boring Company to develop a resort-wide transportation system connecting parks and hotels • Epic Universe quietly reshuffles early park admission offerings mid-month • Natasha Rafalski emerges as a potential future leader of Disney Experiences • Garden Rocks concert lineup shifts major acts to Friday through Monday dates • Walt Disney World files permits tied to updates at Carousel of Progress FEATURE • How a live “Knight” performer inside Disneyland's Haunted Mansion in 1985 influenced Michael Eisner • The Main Street Cinema's Phantom of the Opera stunt and its connection to Universal Studios' early tram tour • The risks and guest reactions that ended the Haunted Mansion live-performer experiment • The origins of The Great Movie Ride's ambitious blend of live actors and animatronics For this episode's full show notes, click here. HOSTS • Jim Hill - IG: @JimHillMedia | X: @JimHillMedia | Website: JimHillMedia.com • Len Testa - IG: @len.testa | Bluesky: @lentesta.bsky.social | Website: TouringPlans.com FOLLOW • Facebook: JimHillMediaNews • Instagram: JimHillMedia • TikTok: JimHillMedia SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at Patreon.com/JimHillMedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - Strong Minded Agency SPONSOR This episode is sponsored by Unlocked Magic. Save on Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando tickets at UnlockedMagic.com. If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The suitcase zippers are straining, work piled up all week, and a Disney Magic cruise is hours away. Perfect time to hit rewind to January 2022! We're taking you back to where our show began, re-airing our very first recording, and reintroducing the two nerds behind the microphones: Alicea and Nathan, high school sweethearts who moved from the East Coast to the Seattle area and accidentally became Disney adults.We unpack the numbers that shape our point of view: 14 Disney trips since 2009, 127 nights in Disney stays, and 11 cruises—two of them Panama Canal crossings, one finishing as the world was closing down. You'll hear the earliest sparks that made Disney stick, from a drumline turning onto Main Street with the castle dead ahead to the Wonderful World of Disney and Mousercise on vinyl. Then we rapid-fire through our favorites with practical detail: why Haunted Mansion still haunts us, why Rise of the Resistance feels more like cinema than a queue, and how PeopleMover earns its “underrated” crown. We talk DVC stays at Riviera and Aulani, the intimacy of the Disney Wonder, Garden Grill breakfasts that feel personal, and the eternal Dole Whip vs. churro standoff.This is also a map for what came next. We share how we keep up with Disney news without parroting headlines, how we'll handle topics like Genie+ only after firsthand use, and why our goal is to deliver weekly, focused episodes that help you plan smarter trips without losing the joy. Expect honest takes, usable tips, and plenty of park and cruise wisdom gathered from real itineraries. Have a question or a hot take? We want your voice in the mix.Subscribe, share with a fellow Disney fan, and leave a quick review to help others find the show. Then tell us: which park wins your heart, and what's the one ride you'll never skip?----Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattleites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.Instagram, Threads, Facebook, Twitter: @ourmousecapadesOurMousecapades.compodcast@ourmousecapades.com
Hour 1: Confused? You're at Alice 97.3 with Sarah and Vinnie! The biggest story out of the Olympics yesterday is love. Let's dive into the real life RomCom. Speaking of love, Vinnie's got a story about finding it later in life. Gut bacteria - it's normal! Plus, the Breaking Bad effect is real, and subtitles would have been nice at Hamilton. Hour 2: The FBI was finally able to get the video footage from Nancy Guthrie's kidnapping. Sarah feels strongly about what might have happened. There's conventions for everything these days. The latest is ‘Dancing with the Stars' coming to Palm Springs. PSA for Disney fans: You can now get married at The Haunted Mansion! A moment for The Raiders. People don't like it when teams move. Everyone is talking about the Quad God on the rink. People in the Bay have the most expensive commute in the country - nice. If you eat dinner on the couch, you're not totally alone. (50:48) Hour 3: It's time for our weekly game of Bridge The Gap! Sarah's Rockstar buddy Mike is back, but Teeyona is here for the Zillennials. Can the young girlies take the win against the trivia god? Then, need to fill time? Here are some activities parents are doing with their kids. These foods are officially overrated. Warning: strong opinions ahead. (1:32:29) Hour 4: The Billboard Hot 100 has an all new #1 - and it's country! Another Olivia Dean song is quietly climbing the charts. Cardi B is treating herself during her break-up. Bad Bunny says music can bring us together. Post Malone says the beer at his shows is too expensive. Britney Spears has sold her music catalogue. Young adults are in a dating recession. What is everyone so scared of? Plus, how old is that guy? (2:14:40)
The FBI was finally able to get the video footage from Nancy Guthrie's kidnapping. Sarah feels strongly about what might have happened. There's conventions for everything these days. The latest is ‘Dancing with the Stars' coming to Palm Springs. PSA for Disney fans: You can now get married at The Haunted Mansion! A moment for The Raiders. People don't like it when teams move. Everyone is talking about the Quad God on the rink. People in the Bay have the most expensive commute in the country - nice. If you eat dinner on the couch, you're not totally alone.
This week, the Savannah Bananas are coming back this year, a spooky place to get married is going to be available, Disneyland ducks are getting some recognition, a well-known “citizen of Disneyland” was recognized, we finish our talk with Alex, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: A very fun, yellow team will be returning to the Disneyland Resort in March. The Savannah Bananas will appear on March 26th at both parks. Joining them will be the Indianapolis Clowns, one of the newest Banana Ball Championship League teams. The day will include a Savannah Bananas Cavalcade at Disneyland, a special performance in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle, and a high-energy performance in the World of Color viewing area. That is not all, more details will be revealed leading up to the big day. There will be banana treats at both parks as well. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/savannah-bananas-at-disneyland-what-to-know/ Couples who love the Haunted Mansion now have an opportunity to make it part of their big day! Disney's Fairy Tale Weddings and Honeymoons is adding the Haunted Mansion courtyard to the other great locations around the Disneyland Resort. The Mansion offers a dramatic backdrop for tying the knot. There is a catch – this location is only available in the early morning before the park opens, and can accommodate up to 25 guests. The Magnolia Park Terrace, just next door is also available for booking. Reservations for this space start in July. – https://disneyparksblog.com/weddings/live-happily-ever-after-on-the-steps-of-haunted-mansion-at-disneyland/ This past weekend was the Super Bowl, and the Seattle Seahawks beat the New England Patriots, which means they got to say that famous phrase – “We're going to Disneyland!” Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III, and Quarterback Sam Darnold lead a cavalcade on February 9th. The duo also enjoyed some attractions, like the Mad Tea Party, posed for photos with Mickey and Minnie, and more. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disneyland-super-bowl-visit-2026/ Disneyland Ducks are as much as part of the resort as anything else. Finally, they are getting the recognition they deserve! Guests can now pick up a tee with the Disneyland ducks walking in front of the castle. – https://www.micechat.com/431336-disneyland-news-new-ceo-napa-rose-reborn-dca-25th/ Another part of Disneyland are the iconic guests that have become part of the park-going experience. There is Jon Hale, who is known for riding Radiator Springs Racers over 15,000 times, Peter, known for his clapping and fist bumping other guests, and, of course, Frank. Frank was known for sitting on the porch on Main Street and people watching. We met him a few years ago at that spot. Unfortunately, Frank passed away back in August, but the “New Century Historical Society” has honed him with a plaque on the bench that reads “Every day is my best day.” This was one of Frank's mantras. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disneyland-frank-the-porch-potato-bench-plaque/ Most folks know about the Disney Visa Card from Chase that offers you cash back on everyday purchases, as well as Disney money you can spend in the parks and more. A new Disney Inspire Visa Card is now out. New members can get up to a $600 bonus, with a $300 Disney Gift Card sent to you upon approval, and a $300 statement credit after spending $1,000 on purchases in the first 3 months. There is an annual fee of $149. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/new-disney-inspire-visa-card-600-offer/ SnackChat: Parkside Market – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/downtown-disney-district/vista-parkside-market/menus/bar-–-lounge/ https://www.parksidemarketla.com/ Discussion Topic: More with Alex Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
When Garner Holt began building haunted houses in the backyard as a boy, little did he know he would one day create characters for Disneyland's Haunted Mansion. Today, Garner Holt Productions has over 500 animatronic characters in Disney Parks all over the world. Garner is with us to share his inspirational story.Plus Disney has a new CEO. We'll share our thoughts.Be our guests at The Hub!
Episode 946 (33 mins 46 secs) Who is driving Waymo? Would you get married in front of the Haunted Mansion? Why further escalate a misunderstood theft? What is Heartography? Why shouldn't you mug people? Who wanted the bikini cafe to shut down? All that plus more on this episode with Ana, Jiaming, Ruthy, and Albert.00:00 - intro00:31 - talking on the phone at the movie theater 04:33 - Waymo remote drivers 08:58 - Haunted Mansion Wedding 11:03 - Epic Universe shop lifting misunderstanding 14:56 - Dogs Heartography 16:48 - mugger gets beaten up good 17:31 - Amazon Drone crashes in Texas 17:55 - DD Cafe gets shut down 19:57 - Credits 20:27 - Solo Mio 25:02 - Super Bowl LX Ads Updates, Show Notes, Links, and Contact Info can be found at… https://www.whowhatwhereswhy.com/stuffjunk/2026/2/10/946
In today's episode: Magic Kingdom'S Massive Transformation Haunted Mansion Getting A Fresh Look Avengers Campus Construction Milestone At Dca Theme Park Shark Daily is your morning rundown of everything happening at Disney and Universal theme parks. Follow us: @ThemeParkShark on Instagram and Threads Full coverage: themeparkshark.com
Here is your Daily Disney News for Sunday, February 8, 2026 - Magic Kingdom in Florida to welcome a new "Encanto" attraction, bringing the Madrigal family's magic to life. - Disneyland's Haunted Mansion in California gets a makeover with new ghostly characters for Halloween. - Disney+ launching a new series based on "The Rocketeer," featuring a young hero and thrilling jetpack adventures. - Disney Parks worldwide preparing for Valentine's Day with themed decor, dining options, and exclusive merchandise. Have a magical day and tune in again tomorrow for more updates.
4pm: Donald Trump Signals Shift on Deportations: Feds Will Enter Sanctuary Cities Only If Mayors “Ask” and “Invited” // President Trump Discusses Powerful Sonic Weapon Used to Take Out Venezuelan Soldiers During Maduro Capture // In forcing the Clintons to testify on Epstein, Comer sets a new precedent // Trump on Bill Clinton’s forthcoming testimony // Trump attacks, lies Massie at the Prayer Breakfast // What’s Going on with That Secret Biolab in Las Vegas Connected to China // Weird: CBS, NBC Nightly Newscasts Still Not Covering Busted Chinese Biolab // Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion can be rented for weddings, but there is a scary price
Hour 4: Super Bowl thoughts and you can get married at the Haunted Mansion. Super Bowl pick and favorite prop bet.
Beginning July 2026, couples will be able to tie the knot on the front steps of the iconic Haunted Mansion attraction at Disneyland Park in Anaheim, California. This marks the first time that a ceremony will be allowed at this beloved spooky setting, giving Disney fans an unforgettable venue that blends romance with gothic charm. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Beginning July 2026, couples will be able to tie the knot on the front steps of the iconic Haunted Mansion attraction at Disneyland Park in Anaheim, California. This marks the first time that a ceremony will be allowed at this beloved spooky setting, giving Disney fans an unforgettable venue that blends romance with gothic charm. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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You can now get married at the Haunted Mansion starting July 2026! Plus the Devil Wears Prada 2 trailer just hit 222 million views in 24 hours - the most viewed trailer in 20th Century Studios history. In todays episode: Haunted Mansion Weddings coming July 2026 at Disneyland Devil Wears Prada 2 trailer breaks records with 222M views We Call It Imagineering now streaming on Disney+ Napa Rose reopens February 6th with stunning refresh Bakso the tiger melts hearts at Animal Kingdom Quick Hits: Mardi Gras AP preview, Muppet Show on Disney+ Theme Park Shark Daily is your morning rundown of everything happening at Disney and Universal theme parks. Follow us: @ThemeParkShark on Instagram and Threads Full coverage: themeparkshark.com
Hey there, and a very happy Saturday to you! This is your Disney News for Saturday, January 31st, 2026. - Shanghai Disneyland to unveil "Zootopia Land" with immersive environments and character meetups. - Tokyo Disneyland introduces "Winter Wishes," a seasonal event with themed food, decor, and a winter parade. - Walt Disney World's Haunted Mansion transforms into a winter-themed "Frosted Mansion" with icy decor. - Disney+ debuts series "The Magical World of Disney Princesses," exploring new stories of beloved princesses. Have a magical day and tune in again tomorrow for more updates.
Several topics have been circling around recently, and I thought it would be a great opportunity to offer some thoughts about what is going on in several Disney park realms. Anything about Villains Land has people curious as to what is happening. This includes some work being done by The Haunted Mansion. We'll explore the rumors and conjecture on how this land will be laid out. Next we talk about Star Wars Galaxy's Edge. There have been announcements of not only new additions, timelines, and offerings being added not to Disney's Hollywood Studios version of this land, but at Disneyland. Finally, speaking of Disneyland have you seen Disneyland Handcrafted? This film done by Leslie Iwerks gives insights to what things looked like when Walt Disney determined he would open a brand new themed park concept in the space of a year of construction. This is a fascinating documentary with some terrific ideas, So join us for Disney Insights on Villains Land, Star Wars Galaxy's Edge and Disneyland Handcrafted. _____________________________________________________ Disney Insights YouTube Page--Check it out and subscribe. DisneyInsights.com--So many resources at our home site. Be sure to subscribe to receive notice of upcoming podcasts. Disney Insights Facebook Page--Come join and interact in conversation with others. My newest book, A Century of Powerful Disney Insights, Volume I 1923-1973, The Walt & Roy Disney Years is available! Also, check out my two of my other books, The Wonderful World of Customer Service at Disney and Disney, Leadership and You. Also, for those examining other business benchmarks beyond Disney, check out Lead with Your Customer: Transform Culture and Brand Into World-Class Excellence. ________________________________________________________ Check out Zanolla Travel to book your next vacation! David & Leah Zanolla ZanollaTravel.com Owner/Agents (309) 863-5469 _________________________________________________________ Performance Journeys This podcast and post is provided by J. Jeff Kober and Performance Journeys, which celebrates more than 20 years as a training and development group bringing best in business ideas through books, keynotes, workshops, seminars and online tools to help you take your organization to the next level. Want a Keynote Speaker? More than just nice stories, I offer proven insight and solutions having worked in the trench. Need Consulting? I've worked for decades across the public, private and non-profit arena. Need Support? We offer so many classroom, online, and other resources to help you improve your customer service delivery, leadership excellence, and employee engagement. Contact us today, and let us help you on your Performance Journey!
Episode 292 for the week of January 26, 2026 ... and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Last Week in Disney- Grand Floridian Garden View Lounge - Tea Experience to open March 19th (source: Disney Parks)Starts @1:38 ...Construction Update- More work at the Haunted MansionStarts @8:47 ...DBC Review: Disneyland Handcrafted- The lasted documentary from Leslie Iwerks is out and provides a gift to Disney Theme Park fans with the restored footage of the building of Disneyland Starts @21:55 ...Progressive Dinner: Skyliner Crawl- We plan out a progressive dinner with 3 stops along the Skyliner routeStarts @41:01 ...DBC Engagement: Low Crowds or Low Cost- We ask the community if you would be willing to deal with higher crowds if it came with saving money or if you would rather pay more for lower crowdsStarts @53:15 ...* Reminder to like, subscribe, rate, and review the DBC Pod wherever you get your podcast *Send us an e-mail! .... thedbcpodcast@gmail.comFollow us on social media:- LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/thedbcpod - Bluesky: @thedbcpod.bsky.social- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheDBCPod/- Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheDBCPod- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDBCPod- YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/thedbcpod- Discord Server: https://discord.com/invite/cJ8Vxf4BmQNote: This podcast is not affiliated with any message boards, blogs, news sites, or other podcasts
This week on the Disney Dish Podcast, Jim Hill and Len Testa cover a wide range of park news before diving headfirst into one of the most intense construction stories Disney has ever lived through. From Haunted Mansion permits and Animal Kingdom surveys to Hallmark cameras rolling at Walt Disney World, the first half sets the stage for a jaw-dropping look at how EPCOT was nearly derailed before it ever opened. Then Jim walks through the chaotic final year of EPCOT construction, when Disney threw manpower, money, and sanity at the calendar to make an October 1 deadline happen. NEWS • New construction permits near the Haunted Mansion spark speculation about queue changes and future guest flow into Villains Land • Universal confirms a Fast & Furious spinning coaster will replace Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit • Disney surveys reveal how much a re-themed attraction like Zootopia Better Zoo-Gether actually drives intent to visit • Animal Kingdom questions hint at how Disney expects families to split up as thrill rides expand • A Hallmark holiday movie films on location at Walt Disney World, including a surprise Jodi Benson cameo FEATURE • Inside EPCOT's final year of construction, when the project ballooned to 10,000 workers on site • How endangered woodpeckers, sinkholes, and shifting plans pushed EPCOT dangerously behind schedule • Why Disney was forced to spend billions to meet a non-negotiable opening date • Stories from the worksite that explain why veterans still describe it as chaotic, dangerous, and unforgettable For this episode's full show notes, click here. HOSTS • Jim Hill - IG: @JimHillMedia | X: @JimHillMedia | Website: JimHillMedia.com • Len Testa - IG: @len.testa | Website: TouringPlans.com FOLLOW • Facebook: JimHillMediaNews • Instagram: JimHillMedia • TikTok: JimHillMedia SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at Patreon.com/JimHillMedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - Strong Minded Agency SPONSOR This episode is sponsored by DVC Resale Market - get expert help buying or selling Disney Vacation Club points at DVCResaleMarket.com. Also sponsored by DVC Rental Store - save on your next Disney vacation by renting points at DVCRentalStore.com. Planning your next trip? Let Be Our Guest Vacations handle the details at BeOurGuestVacations.com. And by Unlocked Magic, offering concierge-level Disney planning services at UnlockedMagic.com. If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week on the Disney Dish Podcast, Jim Hill and Len Testa cover a wide range of park news before diving headfirst into one of the most intense construction stories Disney has ever lived through. From Haunted Mansion permits and Animal Kingdom surveys to Hallmark cameras rolling at Walt Disney World, the first half sets the stage for a jaw-dropping look at how EPCOT was nearly derailed before it ever opened. Then Jim walks through the chaotic final year of EPCOT construction, when Disney threw manpower, money, and sanity at the calendar to make an October 1 deadline happen. NEWS • New construction permits near the Haunted Mansion spark speculation about queue changes and future guest flow into Villains Land • Universal confirms a Fast & Furious spinning coaster will replace Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit • Disney surveys reveal how much a re-themed attraction like Zootopia Better Zoo-Gether actually drives intent to visit • Animal Kingdom questions hint at how Disney expects families to split up as thrill rides expand • A Hallmark holiday movie films on location at Walt Disney World, including a surprise Jodi Benson cameo FEATURE • Inside EPCOT's final year of construction, when the project ballooned to 10,000 workers on site • How endangered woodpeckers, sinkholes, and shifting plans pushed EPCOT dangerously behind schedule • Why Disney was forced to spend billions to meet a non-negotiable opening date • Stories from the worksite that explain why veterans still describe it as chaotic, dangerous, and unforgettable For this episode's full show notes, click here. HOSTS • Jim Hill - IG: @JimHillMedia | X: @JimHillMedia | Website: JimHillMedia.com • Len Testa - IG: @len.testa | Website: TouringPlans.com FOLLOW • Facebook: JimHillMediaNews • Instagram: JimHillMedia • TikTok: JimHillMedia SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at Patreon.com/JimHillMedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - Strong Minded Agency SPONSOR This episode is sponsored by DVC Resale Market - get expert help buying or selling Disney Vacation Club points at DVCResaleMarket.com. Also sponsored by DVC Rental Store - save on your next Disney vacation by renting points at DVCRentalStore.com. Planning your next trip? Let Be Our Guest Vacations handle the details at BeOurGuestVacations.com. And by Unlocked Magic, offering concierge-level Disney planning services at UnlockedMagic.com. If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What happens when a perfectly respectable Magic Kingdom restaurant gets a little… Muppified?This week, Stephen pitches a small-scale but high-impact plussing project for one of Liberty Square's most overlooked classics: Columbia Harbour House. No new rides. No massive construction. Just thoughtful storytelling, operational realism, and a whole lot of Muppet chaos.Set during a post–Revolutionary War celebration, this reimagined Harbour House becomes the unofficial headquarters for the classic Muppets, complete with Statler and Waldorf heckling guests from above, the Swedish Chef wreaking havoc in the kitchen, subtle Haunted Mansion tie-ins upstairs, and even a few streetmosphere surprises outside.Along the way, the team breaks down what plussing really means, why smaller updates can sometimes matter more than big e-tickets, and how Disney can honor legacy spaces while still evolving them for modern guests, all while filling the MuppetVision-sized hole in the parks.It's a love letter to thoughtful Imagineering, classic Muppet mayhem, and the idea that even one restaurant can become a story-rich experience.Don't forget to check us out on Instagram!
THE ALLEGENDLY PODCAST Facts About “The Darker Side of Disneyland!” Alex and Joe are back in the hot seat, and this week they're diving straight into the shadows lurking behind the Happiest Place on Earth. As always, they're handed 5 wild “facts”, some real, some absolute nonsense—and it's their job to figure out which is which.This episode? It gets weird.From secret ash‑vacuuming systems in the Haunted Mansion, to the true source of that iconic Pirates of the Caribbean smell, to the unfortunate reality of what happens when a Disney character gets sick inside a 40‑pound costume… the guys break down each claim with equal parts horror and hysterics.They also tackle one of Disneyland's most persistent urban legends, explore the park's behind‑the‑scenes emergency protocols, and meet the ghostly figure who allegedly haunts Pirates of the Caribbean—complete with Cast Member rituals to keep him happy.If you've ever wondered what Disney doesn't put in the brochures, this episode is your backstage pass.In This Episode:- The Haunted Mansion's ash problem- Why Pirates of the Caribbean really smells the way it does- The nightmare scenario of puking inside a character head- The truth behind “No one dies at Disneyland”- George, the mischievous ghost who won't let the Pirates ride run smoothlyStrap in for a tour of Disneyland's darker corners—equal parts disturbing, hilarious, and unbelievably true… or is it?#AllegendlyPodcast #DisneylandSecrets #ThemeParkLore #ComedyPodcast #FactOrFake #DisneyMyths #SpookyDisney
The Mousedebaters talk Disney Would-You-Rathers.What begins as a perfectly normal episode quickly turns into a reminder that we should not be allowed to have microphones.Kami kicks things off by forcing Brittany and Luke to play “Guess the Disney movie based on its promo tagline” — a game that sounds fun until you realize that many of the official Disney taglines are wildly unhelpful and we are… mediocre under pressure.From there, we spiral into a round of Disney Would You Rather questions that say more about us than we're comfortable admitting, including:Would You Rather: Lick the entire Haunted Mansion queue handrail or ride the Storybook Canal Boats with your worst ex?Would You Rather: Be roasted to the point of tears by the Jungle Cruise Skipper or publicly reprimanded by a plaid vest?True to form, we're making questionable choices, revealing alarming personal preferences, and proving yet again that Disney fandom plus unchecked ADHD is a wild combination to record and put on the internet for everyone to hear.
How did lost concepts from the Haunted Mansion inspire the Tower of Terror?Drop in with us on this episode of Distory with Kate & Kirk as we check into California Adventure's lost Hollywood Tower Hotel to decipher the history, secrets, and stories hidden within its design.In this final episode in our 29-part Tower of Terror series, we check out of the DCA and DLP versions of the Tower of Terror, exploring details on the ride and in the exit of the attraction. After hearing some descriptions from the official Imagineering show guide, we explore the secrets of the looking glass, with a detour to a dark entertainment spot in Paris along the way. Kirk explains some changes to the ride mechanics and goes over the creepy new storyline for the Disneyland Paris version, before Kate walks us off the ride to explore the Modern Wonders in the shopping arcade at the exit. We end this episode with some history of camera design and electric shavers before checking out one final time from the Hollywood Tower Hotel. Join us LIVE on YouTube every week! Be notified by subscribing to Kate's Youtube: @disneyciceroneYou can also find us on Instagram, Facebook, and at disneycicerone.com & walruscarp.comView full video versions of each episode at Disney Cicerone's YouTube channel HERE OR on the Spotify version of our podcast.Many thanks to Disney historian Joshua at E82 | The Epcot Legacy for contributing resources for this episode!Kate's books on AmazonWalrusCarp T-shirts & MerchMOWD appDistory T-shirts and StickersKate's Substack
Hey there, and a very happy Thursday! This is your Disney News for Thursday, January 15th, 2026. I hope you're ready to sprinkle a bit of Disney magic into your day! - Disneyland Tokyo is rolling out the "Dream Lights" nighttime parade with dazzling floats, starting this Friday. - In Walt Disney World, Magic Kingdom's Haunted Mansion is getting spooky renovations with new ghostly figures and effects. - Disneyland California sees the return of the Main Street Electrical Parade later this spring, a must-see classic. - Disney+ is releasing "Once Upon a Time in the Kingdom," a new series exploring Disney parks' history with exclusive content. That's all for today! Thanks for tuning in, and may your day be filled with pixie dust. Remember to check in tomorrow for more Disney updates.
Send us a textOn this episode of The Tribute Show, Jimmy takes you aboard the Disney Destiny for Part One of our full cruise report.From the moment the ship leaves port to the eerie elegance of the Haunted Mansion Parlor, this episode breaks down some of the biggest highlights from our voyage on Disney Cruise Line's newest ship.In this episode we cover: ⚓ The brand-new Disney Destiny Sail Away Party
For the December Viewer Poll, Tim and AJ talk about 2023's Haunted Mansion and NOT The Country Bears, because we can't have nice things.Hosted by Tim O'Connor and AJ SalisburyCover art by @chipstercreates.bsky.social on BlueskyFacebook: facebook.com/Standby-LineInstagram: instagram.com/standbylinepodcastPatreon: patreon.com/standbylinepodcastEmail: standbylinepodcast@gmail.com
This week, we have a date for a new Disneyland documentary, Disneyland Forward has its first step, a new color milk coming to Batuu, Imagineering is getting a new tool, refurbishments are heating up, a massive amounts of sweets and treats are coming to the resort, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: The newest Disneyland documentary we are all waiting for has a release date. Disneyland Handcrafted will premiere on Disney+ and Disney YouTube on January 22nd. The film covers the creation of Disneyland with rare, first-hand archival footage leading up to the opening in July, 1955. Leslie Iwerks and her team searched through over 100 hours of raw material from Disneyland in its earliest days. - https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/disneyland-handcrafted-release-date-and-more-details/ The first part of the Disneyland Forward project has a permit, with work beginning soon. The permit is for a 3.2 million square foot, 8-level open parking structure with 302 EV charging spots. This is the first part that needs to be completed before the additional capacity can be built and opened with the rest of the project. The new structure should hold 6,000 vehicles and feature a rideshare area, and transit hub. Construction is predicted to begin after runDisney at the end of January, since the space is currently used to facilitate the event. - https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disneyland-files-permit-for-eastern-parking-structure/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ioc6c8v6HIY At the milk stand in Galaxy's Edge, we have had blue milk, green milk, and now a new color - pink milk! Starting January 8th, the new variation will be available at the milk stand in Batuu. No official word on what flavor the drink will be, but it could be something like watermelon. - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2026/01/06/move-over-blue-milk-pink-milk-debuts-at-disney-this-week/ https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/pink-milk-star-wars-galaxys-edge-marvel-comics/ Walt Disney Imagineering is bringing a more and more common home process to the parks. Haddy, a 3D printing company, has partnered with Disney to create a boat that will be installed in The Jungle Cruise as a prop. The process from design to completion will be sped up with the 3D printing process, as opposed to the previous molding process that could take thousands of hours to get just right. The new 3D printing technique only takes 70 robot hours. - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/12/22/news-disney-uses-3d-printing-to-create-new-ride-elements/ As the holiday season winds down, the refurbishment calendar is heating up. The Mark Twain Riverboat will be closing on January 12th through the 16th, the Haunted Mansion will return to the non-holiday overlay from January 11th through the 23rd. Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind is closed and will reopen January 23rd. The Incredicoaster is also currently closed and scheduled to reopen on February 6th. - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/12/27/disneyland-just-updated-us-on-four-2026-ride-closures/ The first part of the construction to bring Porto's Bakery and Cafe to Downtown Disney has started. The two ticket booths closest to the old Earl of Sandwich location have been torn down to make way for the new eatery. - https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/old-disneyland-ticket-booths-demolished/ With the holiday season nearly over, the 70th Celebration can take center stage once more. Wondrous Journeys will return on January 8th, and the Celebrate Happy Cavalcade will return on January 9th. Paint the Night is also returning, but at the end of the month on January 30th. These join World of Color - Happiness, and Tapestry of Happiness through August 9th when the Halloween Time celebration returns. - https://www.micechat.com/429498-disneyland-update-soggy-new-year-perks-slashed-blues-brewing/ The Walt Disney Company took part in the 137th Rose Parade in Pasadena, California last week. The yellow horseless carriage from Disneyland featuring Mickey and Minnie lead the section, and Kermit the Frog appeared on the Visit Mississippi float, which is where Muppets creator Jim Henson was from. - https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disney-mickey-kermit-137th-rose-parade/ SnackChat: 2026 Sweets and Treats - https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disney-eats-new-2026-sweets-and-treats-coming-to-disneyland/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Welcome to the first Disney Dish of the new year, where Jim Hill and Len Testa kick things off with news, listener questions, and a deep dive into Disney history and tech. This week, a newly published Disney patent sparks speculation about how the upcoming Encanto attraction may work, while Jim launches into a fascinating (and surprisingly hands-on) story about how Disney maintains, repairs, and periodically reinvents its iconic theme park castles. Along the way, there are transportation woes, glittering greenhouses, and more than a few once-in-a-lifetime Disney moments. NEWS • Disney reveals Buddy, a new helper character coming to Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin when it reopens in 2026 • A newly filed Disney patent hints at holographic characters, with strong evidence pointing toward use in the upcoming Encanto ride • Imagineering files a new construction permit for the Haunted Mansion, likely focused on interior work • Updates on Glittering Greenhouses at EPCOT and extended holiday decorations at Disneyland • Changes to Disneyland perks, including the end of Early Entry and the rollout of a new California resident ticket deal FEATURE • Why Disney castles require constant repainting, roof repairs, and drainage fixes • The overlooked engineering challenges of maintaining structures built for 1950s deadlines, not 21st-century weather • How Imagineer Kim Irvine spent decades refining Sleeping Beauty Castle's look, color palette, and functionality • The surprising amount of artistry that goes into making castle “bricks” look authentically imperfect For this episode's full show notes, click here. HOSTS • Jim Hill - IG: @JimHillMedia | X: @JimHillMedia | Website: JimHillMedia.com • Len Testa - IG: @len.testa FOLLOW • Facebook: JimHillMediaNews • Instagram: JimHillMedia • TikTok: JimHillMedia SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at Patreon.com/JimHillMedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - Strong Minded Agency SPONSOR This episode is sponsored by UnlockedMagic.com. Planning a Walt Disney World getaway? Our friends at Unlocked Magic offer discounted theme park tickets, including savings of $50 or more per person on four-day tickets. Learn more at UnlockedMagic.com. If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welcome to the first Disney Dish of the new year, where Jim Hill and Len Testa kick things off with news, listener questions, and a deep dive into Disney history and tech. This week, a newly published Disney patent sparks speculation about how the upcoming Encanto attraction may work, while Jim launches into a fascinating (and surprisingly hands-on) story about how Disney maintains, repairs, and periodically reinvents its iconic theme park castles. Along the way, there are transportation woes, glittering greenhouses, and more than a few once-in-a-lifetime Disney moments. NEWS • Disney reveals Buddy, a new helper character coming to Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin when it reopens in 2026 • A newly filed Disney patent hints at holographic characters, with strong evidence pointing toward use in the upcoming Encanto ride • Imagineering files a new construction permit for the Haunted Mansion, likely focused on interior work • Updates on Glittering Greenhouses at EPCOT and extended holiday decorations at Disneyland • Changes to Disneyland perks, including the end of Early Entry and the rollout of a new California resident ticket deal FEATURE • Why Disney castles require constant repainting, roof repairs, and drainage fixes • The overlooked engineering challenges of maintaining structures built for 1950s deadlines, not 21st-century weather • How Imagineer Kim Irvine spent decades refining Sleeping Beauty Castle's look, color palette, and functionality • The surprising amount of artistry that goes into making castle “bricks” look authentically imperfect For this episode's full show notes, click here. HOSTS • Jim Hill - IG: @JimHillMedia | X: @JimHillMedia | Website: JimHillMedia.com • Len Testa - IG: @len.testa FOLLOW • Facebook: JimHillMediaNews • Instagram: JimHillMedia • TikTok: JimHillMedia SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at Patreon.com/JimHillMedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - Strong Minded Agency SPONSOR This episode is sponsored by UnlockedMagic.com. Planning a Walt Disney World getaway? Our friends at Unlocked Magic offer discounted theme park tickets, including savings of $50 or more per person on four-day tickets. Learn more at UnlockedMagic.com. If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When the guests go home and the music shuts off, the parks don't feel magical—they feel industrial. In the dark catwalks of Pirates, Cast Members swear a presence named George still checks in for work. In the Haunted Mansion, ashes are scattered so often the staff has a code for it. And at Universal, abandoned attractions don't always leave quietly. This is the folklore of Central Florida's theme parks: ghosts born from machines, rituals, and the human need to explain what shouldn't happen in a place designed to be perfect. hauntedamericanhistory.comPatreon- https://www.patreon.com/hauntedamericanhistoryLINKS FOR MY DEBUT NOVEL, THE FORGOTTEN BOROUGHBarnes and Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-forgotten-borough-christopher-feinstein/1148274794?ean=9798319693334AMAZON: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FQPQD68SEbookGOOGLE: https://play.google.com/store/books/details?id=S5WCEQAAQBAJ&pli=1KOBO: https://www.kobo.com/us/en/ebook/the-forgotten-borough-2?sId=a10cf8af-5fbd-475e-97c4-76966ec87994&ssId=DX3jihH_5_2bUeP1xoje_SMASHWORD: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/1853316 !! DISTURB ME !! APPLE - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disturb-me/id1841532090SPOTIFY - https://open.spotify.com/show/3eFv2CKKGwdQa3X2CkwkZ5?si=faOUZ54fT_KG-BaZOBiTiQYOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/@DisturbMePodcastwww.disturbmepodcast.com TikTok- @hauntedchris LEAVE A VOICEMAIL - 609-891-8658 Twitter- @Haunted_A_HInstagram- haunted_american_historyemail- hauntedamericanhistory@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Hello, True Drews! For this week's episode of the podcast, we jump into the 82nd book in the series, The Clue In the Camera, where we go with Nancy, Hannah and George to San Francisco to hang out with Emily Foxworth! (Yes, that Emily Foxworth from the HerInteractive computer game, Message in a Haunted Mansion!) But there are no haunted mansions to be seen in this mystery! Emily is tackling a photography and article assignment and keeps getting bizarre threats that may or may not be tied to the mob. It all comes to a head when Emily is kidnapped from an art gallery! Is a rival photo journalist to blame? Or is there something more sinister to this mystery?Tune in to find out! I hope you all will enjoy this episode!
This week, Jeff reports on the holidays at Disneyland and Candlelight weekend, and talks about the holiday eats and treats, experiencing the park during the Christmas season, and trying to find an opportunity to view this year's Candlelight Processional, which featured Benjamin Bratt as the guest speaker. Also - a look at the Christmas Fantasy on Parade from 1965, and a recipe for Walt Disney's "favorite" chili... could this be the one? Plus - Jeff will be speaking about the Haunted Mansion on Sunday, January 18, 2026 at Mouse-Con Bakersfield. Visit mouse-con.com for more information.
Sam from Sam's Disney Diary joins Len and Jim to spill the (highly theatrical) tea on Disney Cruise Line's newest ship, the Disney Destiny - where character “meet-and-greets” have evolved into full-on, semi-improvised encounters that can follow you across the voyage. Then Jim heads back to where Disney's in-park 3D film history really begins, from the 1950s 3D Jamboree at Disneyland to the studio's eternal talent for repurposing anything that is not nailed down. NEWS • Taylor Swift's Eras Tour costumes will stay on display at Walt Disney Presents: One Man's Dream through January 23, 2026 • Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith plays its final riff on March 1, 2026 - with a “summer” reopen that is, as always, Disney-flexible • The Muppet Show special with Sabrina Carpenter hits Disney+ on February 4 - and may be a stealth pilot for a bigger revival • The Boathouse at Disney Springs lands as one of America's top-grossing independent restaurants - fueled by sheer, glorious volume • A reported FTC allegation about Pepsi + Walmart “pricing power” takes an extra twist once Len connects the dots to Disney's current CFO talk about dynamic pricing FEATURE • Sam breaks down how Disney Destiny's characters run “meet-and-play” moments - Pirates pub invites, Cruella's improv songwriting, and other “be here later” surprises • The ship's hero-vs-villain throughline (hello, Loki) and why it feels like Disney quietly recycled some Galactic Starcruiser know-how • The Haunted Mansion parlor sticks around - now with an in-app AR hunt to round up “escaped” ghosts • Jim rewinds to Disney's earliest 3D experiments, including Disneyland's 1956-era 3D Jamboree and the studio's short-lived 1950s 3D flirtation For this episode's full show notes, click here. HOSTS • Jim Hill - IG: @JimHillMedia | X: @JimHillMedia | Website: JimHillMedia.com • Len Testa - IG: @len.testa | Bluesky: @lentesta.bsky.social | Website: TouringPlans.com GUEST • Sam Marraccini - IG: @samsdisneydaily | X: @SamsDisneyDiary | Website: SamsDisneyDiary.com Sam's Disney Diary+2X (formerly Twitter)+2 FOLLOW • Facebook: JimHillMediaNews • Instagram: JimHillMedia • TikTok: JimHillMedia SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at Patreon.com/JimHillMedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - Strong Minded Agency SPONSOR This episode is sponsored by Unlocked Magic - visit UnlockedMagic.com for special discounts on Disney theme park tickets for 2026. If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sam from Sam's Disney Diary joins Len and Jim to spill the (highly theatrical) tea on Disney Cruise Line's newest ship, the Disney Destiny - where character “meet-and-greets” have evolved into full-on, semi-improvised encounters that can follow you across the voyage. Then Jim heads back to where Disney's in-park 3D film history really begins, from the 1950s 3D Jamboree at Disneyland to the studio's eternal talent for repurposing anything that is not nailed down. NEWS • Taylor Swift's Eras Tour costumes will stay on display at Walt Disney Presents: One Man's Dream through January 23, 2026 • Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith plays its final riff on March 1, 2026 - with a “summer” reopen that is, as always, Disney-flexible • The Muppet Show special with Sabrina Carpenter hits Disney+ on February 4 - and may be a stealth pilot for a bigger revival • The Boathouse at Disney Springs lands as one of America's top-grossing independent restaurants - fueled by sheer, glorious volume • A reported FTC allegation about Pepsi + Walmart “pricing power” takes an extra twist once Len connects the dots to Disney's current CFO talk about dynamic pricing FEATURE • Sam breaks down how Disney Destiny's characters run “meet-and-play” moments - Pirates pub invites, Cruella's improv songwriting, and other “be here later” surprises • The ship's hero-vs-villain throughline (hello, Loki) and why it feels like Disney quietly recycled some Galactic Starcruiser know-how • The Haunted Mansion parlor sticks around - now with an in-app AR hunt to round up “escaped” ghosts • Jim rewinds to Disney's earliest 3D experiments, including Disneyland's 1956-era 3D Jamboree and the studio's short-lived 1950s 3D flirtation For this episode's full show notes, click here. HOSTS • Jim Hill - IG: @JimHillMedia | X: @JimHillMedia | Website: JimHillMedia.com • Len Testa - IG: @len.testa | Bluesky: @lentesta.bsky.social | Website: TouringPlans.com GUEST • Sam Marraccini - IG: @samsdisneydaily | X: @SamsDisneyDiary | Website: SamsDisneyDiary.com Sam's Disney Diary+2X (formerly Twitter)+2 FOLLOW • Facebook: JimHillMediaNews • Instagram: JimHillMedia • TikTok: JimHillMedia SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at Patreon.com/JimHillMedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - Strong Minded Agency SPONSOR This episode is sponsored by Unlocked Magic - visit UnlockedMagic.com for special discounts on Disney theme park tickets for 2026. If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week, a look behind the scenes on how Disneyland transforms a land for the holidays, the new Magic Key calendar released, a popular attraction is getting it's first refurbishment, guests can send letters to Santa Cars in Cars Land, we talk about a little known version of Tomorrowland that never was, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. Howard Johnson – http://www.wyndhamhotels.com/hotels/01051?corporate_id=1000098677 News: The Disney Parks YouTube channel is at it again with a new glimpse behind the curtain to show what it takes to get Cars Land ready for the holidays. In the latest Disney Unscripted episode, they follow the crew that transforms the land from Halloween to Christmas overnight. From warehouse to park and all the work to get completed in one night before the guests show up in the morning, this video shows it all. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/cars-land-halloween-holiday-transformation/ Disney has posted the availability calendar for the new Explore Magic Key that we spoke about last episode. The new key will have extended availability in the summer, opening up a lot of days in June and July that the Enchant Key was blocked out for. There are some other dates that are blocked out on the new key, so take a look at the link in the show notes if you are interested in comparing. – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/passes/blockout-dates/ The standard refurbishment for Haunted Mansion after the holiday season has an end date. January 23rd will be the return of the classic Haunted Mansion variation. Also added to the refurbishment list for the first time is Star Wars Rise of the Resistance. It will enter refurbishment on January 20th, with no current return date. – https://www.micechat.com/428675-disneyland-news-construction-portos-rise-of-the-resistance-haunted-mansion/ Navigation around the park after nighttime spectaculars might be a little easier to see. New electronic signs have debuted that give guests directions on where to go to get to certain locations in the park. This replaces the cast members yelling directions, or the dimply lit handheld signs that were previously used. – https://www.micechat.com/428675-disneyland-news-construction-portos-rise-of-the-resistance-haunted-mansion/ A fun activity is available in Cars Land. Inside of Sarge's Surplus Hut, there is a display with a red mailbox. At this mailbox, you can write a letter to Santa Car. Mater will then take everyone's letters to Santa Car to the North Pole, along with his friend Lightning McQueen. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/12/14/confirmed-this-might-be-the-best-holiday-thing-you-can-do-in-a-disney-park/ A small version of “it's a small world” appeared on the Disneyland Instagram this week. The video showed off a model of the classic attraction in the park, in front of the full-sized attraction. The video goes on to show the creation of the miniature, which features 120 individual bushes, trees, and shrubs, and took over 200 hours to create. The miniature is on display in the small world toy shop. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disneyland-small-world-model/ As we reported last week, work has finally begun on the new Porto's location in Downtown Disney. Construction walls have gone up and encircle the ticket booths on the Disney California Adventure side of the west esplanade. This is a great sign of progress. Another area slow to redevelopment has been the old ESPN building, which now has signage up for lululemon! The old Tortilla Jo's location, which has been sitting stagnant since demo finished in the summer, is still happening, but waiting on permits with the city to continue. Construction here should hopefully resume soon. – https://www.micechat.com/428675-disneyland-news-construction-portos-rise-of-the-resistance-haunted-mansion/ SnackChat: Jazz Kitchen Coastal Grill & Patio – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/downtown-disney-district/jazz-kitchen-coastal-grill-patio/menus/ Discussion Topic: Tomorrowland Star Wars Retheme – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disneyland-star-wars-retheme-concept-art-from-doug-chiang/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jim and Dar have some great stories for you this week. A UFO whistleblower makes a stunning claim that a president was fully briefed on alien activity. They also discuss cryptic radio broadcasts and unsettling predictions tied to Nostradamus. Plus, an incoming New York City mayor receives an eerie warning about his new residence, a viral ghostly video from Argentina, and a mysterious space object being closely monitored by global agencies all highlight this week's The Paranormal Report. Thanks so much for listening/watching. Please encourage your family and friends to subscribe to Jim's YouTube page at youtube.com/jimharold -- We hope you'll join us for our Harold Holiday Livestream on Saturday, December 27 at 7:00 pm EST on youtube.com/jimharold LINKS https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-15363981/UFO-whistleblower-Donald-Trump-evidence-non-human-intelligence.html https://www.dailymail.co.uk/lifestyle/article-15363707/nostradamus-2026-prediction.html https://www.livescience.com/space/comets/the-uns-international-asteroid-warning-network-is-closely-watching-comet-3i-atlas-heres-why https://nypost.com/2025/12/15/science/planetary-defense-drill-launched-with-3i-atlas-approaching/ https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/how-to-see-interstellar-comet-3i-atlas-as-it-swings-by-earth-one-last-time/ https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2025/12/16/3iatlas-earth-track-approach/87682370007/ https://nypost.com/2025/12/10/us-news/nyc-mayor-adams-warns-zohran-mamdani-about-gracie-mansion-ghost/ https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-15378223/government-ufo-wolf-creature-home.html https://www.unexplained-mysteries.com/news/392884/creepy-video-shows-ghostly-vanishing-face-in-a-car-in-argentina https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-15379403/Russia-Doomsday-Radio-15-cryptic-messages.html https://www.elle.com/horoscopes/profile/a69609982/what-to-do-before-2026-zodiac-sign-explained/ https://jimharold.com/weird-numbers-stations-unpleasant-dreams-24/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! On the outside, it's a stately 24-room mansion—brick, elegant, and frozen in time. On the inside, the Historic Hannah House in Indianapolis feels like it's still holding its breath. Today on The Grave Talks, we step inside the world of Alexander Hannah, a man who left Indiana for the gold rush and returned home with enough fortune to build a grand estate… and possibly hide a much darker secret. For generations, whispers have circulated that Hannah quietly used his home as a stop on the Underground Railroad, sheltering those fleeing slavery in the basement below. According to legend, one tragic night turned that act of courage into catastrophe—transforming the cellar into a mass grave for those who never made it to freedom. Are these stories just local lore, or does the house itself remember exactly what happened? Joining us are paranormal investigator and volunteer Brooke Boyer, and Bud Kelly, event coordinator at the Hannah House. They've spent countless hours within its rooms, listening to the knocks, voices, cold spots, and disembodied footsteps that seem to echo from another time. Is Alexander still watching over his home? And are the souls that may have perished there still trying to tell their story? This is Part Two of our conversation. #TheGraveTalks #HannahHouse #HistoricHannahHouse #HauntedIndiana #IndianapolisHistory #UndergroundRailroad #HauntedMansion #ParanormalPodcast #TrueGhostStories #HistoricHauntings #GhostsOfIndiana #ParanormalInvestigation For more information about the mansion, tours and investigations, visit their website at historichannahmansion.com or search Historic Hannah House on Facebook. Love real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:
This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! On the outside, it's a stately 24-room mansion—brick, elegant, and frozen in time. On the inside, the Historic Hannah House in Indianapolis feels like it's still holding its breath. Today on The Grave Talks, we step inside the world of Alexander Hannah, a man who left Indiana for the gold rush and returned home with enough fortune to build a grand estate… and possibly hide a much darker secret. For generations, whispers have circulated that Hannah quietly used his home as a stop on the Underground Railroad, sheltering those fleeing slavery in the basement below. According to legend, one tragic night turned that act of courage into catastrophe—transforming the cellar into a mass grave for those who never made it to freedom. Are these stories just local lore, or does the house itself remember exactly what happened? Joining us are paranormal investigator and volunteer Brooke Boyer, and Bud Kelly, event coordinator at the Hannah House. They've spent countless hours within its rooms, listening to the knocks, voices, cold spots, and disembodied footsteps that seem to echo from another time. Is Alexander still watching over his home? And are the souls that may have perished there still trying to tell their story? #TheGraveTalks #HannahHouse #HistoricHannahHouse #HauntedIndiana #IndianapolisHistory #UndergroundRailroad #HauntedMansion #ParanormalPodcast #TrueGhostStories #HistoricHauntings #GhostsOfIndiana #ParanormalInvestigation For more information about the mansion, tours and investigations, visit their website at historichannahmansion.com or search Historic Hannah House on Facebook. Love real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:
A buried bone pit filled with dismembered skeletons. Glowing underpants. Flying squirrels that light up like neon signs. Welcome back to The Box of Oddities, where Kat and Jethro dive into the wonderfully disturbing corners of archaeology, biology, and… their own questionable childhood traditions. In this episode, JG uncovers the shocking truth behind Pottery Mound, a quiet rise of earth outside Albuquerque that revealed one of the most unsettling archaeological finds in the Southwest. When excavators cracked open what they assumed was an ordinary pit, they found instead a layered mass of dismembered human remains—meticulously cut, sorted, painted, burned, and arranged over generations. Thanks to modern forensic anthropology, the truth of this centuries-old ritual practice is finally coming into focus. Was it violence? Worship? A conversation with the dead? Jethro explains how new scanning technology has rewritten what we know about Puebloan mortuary traditions. Then Kat swoops in with something equally strange but significantly furrier—bioluminescent animals hiding in plain sight. From glow-in-the-dark fox squirrel bones to flying squirrels that fluoresce bubblegum pink, we explore the weird, luminous world seen only under ultraviolet light. Throw in scorpions, platypuses, sharks, frogs, and one unforgettable pair of glowing Haunted Mansion underpants, and you've got yourself classic BOO chaos. Plus:– The gateway dangers of sniffing blueberry-scented markers– Why ancient vending machines dispensed holy water– The mystery of “vomit/popcorn bowls– And the latest inductees into the Order of Freaks If you love unsettling archaeology, strange science, fluorescent wildlife, and the occasional underwear confession, this episode is for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fresh off the long Thanksgiving weekend, Jim and Lauren crawl out from under their leftover Pilgrim sandwiches to talk about Zootopia 2 absolutely owning the holiday box office, how that might shape Disney's sequel strategy, and the must-have merch that is already slithering into the parks. They also dig into McDonald's massive 70th anniversary Happy Meal promotion, Disney's official holiday book guide, and a couple of doorstop tomes that are now living in the Hersey household. In the back half, Jim takes Lauren on a whirlwind tour through nearly 80 years of Disney's talking-animal history - from Song of the South all the way to Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde. NEWS • Zootopia 2's Thanksgiving opening pulls in a projected 156 million dollars domestically and around 400 million dollars overseas in just five days - more than half a billion total and one of the biggest Thanksgiving hauls ever. • How those numbers stack up against Wicked for Good and last year's Moana 2, plus why Universal probably is not panicking while it waits for the inevitable Wicked sing-along edition and a newly announced Galinda prequel novel. • The debut of Gary the Snake - a gloriously weird Zootopia 2 sipper at Disneyland - and Jim's crusade to track down Nog the snow seal pup plush that was gifted to Disney Television Animation staffers. • McDonald's 70th celebration Happy Meal, featuring 70 different Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and classic character toys with two figures per box - plus online grumbling over who made the cut (hello, Clarabelle) and who suspiciously did not (sorry, Cinderella). • Disney Parks Blog's holiday book guide, from deep-dive art and history titles like the X Atencio tribute and John Landau's memoir to Moana's “What if she stole the heart?” Twisted Tale, kid-friendly atlases, scratch-n-sniff adventures, and the giant Holiday Magic at the Disney Parks and Bring the Magic Home books currently threatening Lauren's fingernails. FEATURE • A crash course in Disney's history with anthropomorphized animals - starting with the animated sequences in 1946's Song of the South and why so many artists remembered that era as their happiest time at the studio after returning from World War II. • The rise and fall of the abandoned Chanticleer project, the “Roy's Boys” money feud with Walt, and how that detour accidentally sent Mark Davis to Imagineering where he helped create icons like Pirates of the Caribbean and Haunted Mansion. • How The Aristocats, Robin Hood, and even The Jungle Book paved the way for modern animal worlds - including the infamous animation recycling in Robin Hood's “Phony King of England” sequence that sharp-eyed fans still spot today. • The long development path from the shelved spy thriller Savage Seas, starring Jack Savage, to the fully realized animal metropolis of Zootopia - including John Lasseter's notes, Jared Bush's CIA family background, and the last-minute decision to swap Nick Wilde out for Judy Hopps as the true lead. HOSTS • Jim Hill - IG: @JimHillMedia | X: @JimHillMedia | Website: JimHillMedia.com • Lauren Hersey - IG: @lauren_hersey_ | X: @laurenhersey2 FOLLOW • Facebook: JimHillMediaNews • Instagram: JimHillMedia • TikTok: JimHillMedia SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at Patreon.com/JimHillMedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - Strong Minded Agency SPONSOR This episode of I Want That Too is brought to you by our friends at UnlockedMagic.com - the same trusted team behind the DVC Rental Store and DVC Resale Market. If you are planning a trip to Central Florida to visit Walt Disney World or Universal Orlando, the Unlocked Magic crew has some of the best deals on tickets, so do yourself a favor and use UnlockedMagic.com to make your next vacation just a little more magical. If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices