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Disney almost had a Legend of Sleepy Hollow ride, in not one, but TWO different parks. In this episode of Distory with Kate & Kirk, we unearth some rare concepts for an Ichabod Crane-themed attraction by Imagineering—ideas that, much to our chagrin, never saw the light of day. We begin with a brief tour through the history of the Sleepy Hollow portion of The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad, highlighting some incredible concept art by Mary Blair. From there, we head over to Walt Disney World to investigate what happened to Ichabod in both Fantasyland and Liberty Square. Along the way, we explore architectural influences rooted in literary history, uncover the origins of a classic Haunted Mansion song, and learn the backstory behind a popular invisible dog joke. Kate also shares details about a little-known, never-realized land once proposed for Disneyland. Meanwhile, Kirk terrifies us with a bizarre attraction from Hong Kong and reveals some shadowy concepts that reflect his deepest wishes for Liberty Square. We end the episode watching the Headless Horseman ride into the sunset—along with our hopes for what could have been (and may never be) when it comes to seeing this eerie attraction brought to life in the Disney parks.Join us LIVE on YouTube most Thursdays at 10:30am Pacific/1:30pm Eastern for more Distory!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.Distory T-shirts and StickersKate's SubstackKate's books on AmazonWalrusCarp T-shirts & MerchMOWD app
http://www.attractionchecklist.com - It's time to take a leisurely cruise around the Rivers of America as we head to Magic Kingdom to ride the Liberty Square Riverboat on this episode of Attraction Checklist. Attraction audio recorded on June 6, 2024. TRANSCRIPT: Welcome to Attraction Checklist. This episode we're going to hop aboard the Liberty Belle for a cruise on the Liberty Square Riverboat. The Walt Disney World website describes this attraction saying: Cruise the scenic Rivers of America aboard an authentic steam-powered paddle wheeler. There are no age or height requirements for this attraction and the thrill level describes the attraction as being a slow ride. Before we shove off, here are five fast facts about the Liberty Square Riverboat in Magic Kingdom. 1. The Liberty Square Riverboat attraction opened at Walt Disney World on October 2, 1971. The first boat that served was called the Admiral Joe Fowler, named after Joe Fowler who was in charge of construction at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. In 1973, a second river boat was added named the Richard F. Irvine. In 1986, that boat was renamed to Liberty Belle which still runs the Rivers of America today. An interesting note is that the original boat, the Admiral Joe Fowler was damaged in a dry dock incident and was retired in 1980. 2. The Liberty Belle is a steam-powered sternwheeler replica. Sternwheeler means there is one paddle wheel on the rear or stern of the ship. A steam engine pulled water from the river to turn into steam to power the paddlewheel. 3. The Liberty Belle is 47 feet tall and features four decks for guests to visit during the ride. 4. During the 17 minute trip, a narrator, in the in the voice of Mark Twain points out the sights guests see as they travel down the river including an early American settlement, a Native American village and Big Thunder Mountain. 5. The captain on the narration track is named Horace Bixby who was a real riverboat captain who mentored Samuel Clemons aka Mark Twain. Let's head to Liberty Square for a ride on the Liberty Belle. After the ride audio I'll give you my thoughts on this attraction. This is a binaural recording so if you have headphone put them on now as we ride Magic Kingdom's Liberty Square Riverboat! The attraction audio recorded for this episode is available exclusively to the Saturday Morning Media Patreon Patrons. Support the show and get fun Bonus content over at http://www.patreon.com/saturdaymorningmedia Episode edited by Stephen Staver FOLLOW US https://www.instagram.com/attractionchecklist/ https://www.facebook.com/attractionchecklist https://www.linkedin.com/company/saturday-morning-media http://www.youtube.com/user/SaturdayMorningMedia?sub_confirmation=1 FOLLOW GRANT http://www.MrGrant.com https://instagram.com/throwingtoasters/ SOURCES: https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/attractions/magic-kingdom/liberty-square-riverboat/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Liberty_Belle_Riverboat https://touringplans.com/blog/five-things-to-know-about-the-liberty-square-riverboat/ Show ©2025 Saturday Morning Media/Grant Baciocco
This week, Len Testa and Jim Hill break down new details about the Indiana Jones ride at Animal Kingdom, explore the Monsters Inc. Door Coaster ride system, and take a deep dive into how Disney's concept art often differs from reality—sometimes dramatically. Monsters Inc. Door Coaster – Disney shares the latest look at this first-of-its-kind suspended coaster at South by Southwest. Disney Concept Art vs. Reality – The long history of Disney's over-promising concept art, from Snow White's Scary Adventures to Cars Road Rally. Frontierland's Future at Magic Kingdom – With Tiana's Bayou Adventure and Cars Road Rally, will Frontierland and Liberty Square still exist in their current form? Mandalorian Missions at Smuggler's Run – New destinations and gameplay elements are coming in 2026. Universal's Epic Universe Updates – The latest on character meet-and-greets and interactive elements in Universal's upcoming park. Join Len and Jim as they separate theme park concept art fantasy from reality, uncover new attraction details, and discuss how Disney and Universal are evolving their parks for the future. SHOW NOTES Support Our Sponsors DVC Resale Market Thinking about joining Disney Vacation Club or selling your contract? DVC Resale Market is the leader in the secondary market, with over 70,000 satisfied DVC members. Their expert team of 21 former DVC Cast Members brings unparalleled knowledge and experience to every transaction, making buying or selling DVC simple and stress-free. Learn More DVC Rental Store Dreaming of deluxe Disney accommodations at a fraction of the cost? The DVC Rental Store connects guests with incredible savings on Disney Vacation Club resorts. Whether you're a DVC member looking to rent your points or a guest looking to stay in style, the DVC Rental Store offers a seamless process for both. Don't forget—they also offer exciting point swaps for unforgettable experiences like cruises and adventures! Learn More Be Our Guest Vacations Planning your next Disney vacation? Be Our Guest Vacations is a Platinum-level Earmarked travel agency with concierge-level service to make every trip magical. Their team of expert agents plans vacations across the globe, from Disney and Universal to cruises and adventures, ensuring you have the best possible experience without the stress. Learn More Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do the ministry of John the Baptist, the baptism of Jesus Christ himself, a long list of funny names, and the temptation of Jesus all have in common? They point us behind and ahead in redemptive history as Jesus "fulfills all righteousness" for us. Listen in as Pastor Adam continues to walk through the beautiful Gospel of Luke.
A river runs through it. ("It" being Liberty Square and Frontierland, that is.)Nick and James are setting sail down the Rivers of America this week for an aquatic adventure aboard one of Disney's most historic attractions - The Liberty Belle Riverboat!Don't forget to like, subscribe, rate, review, comment, share, and admire the idyllic Native Americans.SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON:https://www.patreon.com/cticketpodCHECK US OUT ON YOUTUBE:https://youtube.com/@cticketpod?si=ig6ODv0zvbaXuFPhFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA:TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@cticketpodINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/cticketpod/TWITTER: https://twitter.com/CTicketPodEMAIL US:cticketpod@gmail.comMERCH AVAILABLE NOW!https://www.teepublic.com/user/the-c-ticket-podcastThe C-Ticket Podcast: It's not the best theme park podcast, but it's probably somebody's favorite!Hosted by Nick D'Ambrosia and James PerlasMusic:Delightful D Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Circle of Parks Podcast: Talking all things Walt Disney World
Unlock the secrets of Magic Kingdom with us as we explore the enchanting tales and intriguing trivia behind one of Disney's most iconic parks. Ever wondered about the story behind the Liberty Bell at Liberty Square, or how the Liberty Tree found its home six miles from where it stood? We're sharing captivating stories like these, alongside quirky anecdotes about Sleepy Hollow Refreshments, inspired by Washington Irving's home, and the mysterious silhouette of Ichabod Crane himself. Join us as we navigate through the historical and architectural wonders that make Magic Kingdom a truly timeless experience.In this whimsical episode, we're spilling the beans on the fascinating decisions made by Michael Eisner, who even involved his teenage son in the creative process for attractions like Star Tours and Splash Mountain. Discover the surprising origins of Splash Mountain's name, and how it has a curious connection to the movie "Splash." Plus, get ready for some trivia, including the story behind Fort Langhorne and a playful tidbit about Rosita from the Tiki Room. We'll also touch upon the mystical Society of Explorers and Adventurers and their links to Big Thunder Mountain, rounding off with a nod to the Tiki Room's groundbreaking role in the evolution of audio animatronics. Don't miss this episode packed with Disney magic and lore!Send us a textSupport the show
In aflevering 396 van D-Tales duiken Ralf, Jorn en Michiel in de geschiedenis en toekomst van de Muppets binnen de Disneyparken. Ze bespreken de verschuiving van MuppetVision 3D in Disney's Hollywood Studios in Orlando en de verhuizing van de Muppets naar de Rock n Rollercoaster . Ze bespreken ook uitgebreid andere gesneuvelde en huidige Muppet-initiatieven, inclusief het Muppet Mobile Lab en Sam the Eagle's show in Liberty Square. 00:00
Join Lacey, Lariah, Scott, and Candice as they wrap up Season 4 with a fun-filled episode! In this season finale, the hosts take a nostalgic journey through the past year, celebrating 43 episodes of Disney magic, laughs, and shared memories. They each reflect on their favorite moments, memorable episodes, and what they've learned from the past season. Looking ahead, they tease some exciting plans and ideas for the upcoming season, hinting at fresh topics, new guest appearances, and unique twists that will keep Disney fans eagerly listening. The group shares plenty of laughs, especially when they dive into a lighthearted discussion about Liberty Square's infamous "Poop River" and the potential of creating their own "Poop River Productions" to carry the podcast forward—jokes that are sure to get listeners chuckling! Tune in for a heartwarming and hilarious episode that captures the spirit of the 'Hangin' at the Hangar Bar' community. Whether you've been with them from the start or are a new listener, this finale is a perfect way to celebrate Disney fandom and look ahead to more adventures. Don't miss it! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hanginatthehangarbar/support
Circle of Parks Podcast: Talking all things Walt Disney World
Have you ever wondered what makes Fantasyland the heart and soul of Walt Disney World? Join us as we unlock the enchanting secrets and timeless attractions that have captured our hearts and imaginations. From the whimsical charm of Storybook Circus to the immersive magic of Enchanted Tales with Belle, we share personal stories and reflections that celebrate the essence of Walt Disney's vision. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned Disney fan, discover the reasons why Fantasyland remains a cherished destination for dreamers of all ages.Relive the nostalgic wonder of Disney classics as we journey through Fantasyland's best attractions. We reminisce about the impact of "Fantasia" on younger generations and the spellbinding experience of Mickey's PhilharMagic. Explore the depths of Under the Sea: Journey of the Little Mermaid, where we delve into its impressive design and nostalgic allure. Our debate over the iconic Cinderella's Castle and its rightful place in Fantasyland or as part of the hub adds an intriguing layer to our discussion of architectural beauty and magical experiences from various vantage points.Peek behind the curtain as we reveal hidden gems and historical nods nestled within Fantasyland's enchanting corners. From subtle tributes to Disney's rich history, such as Nautilus outlines for "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea" and Mr. Toad's Wild Ride, we uncover details that enrich your park experience. Dive into the immersive theming of Liberty Square and the contrasting allure of the Be Our Guest Restaurant. With a sprinkle of Disney trivia and a soundscape tour of the park, this journey promises an auditory adventure filled with joy, nostalgia, and a touch of magic.Send us a textSupport the show
In this episode of The Radio Vagabond, we explore the vibrant capital of Georgia – Tbilisi. Discover its blend of ancient history and modern vibes as we take a cable car ride to the iconic Mother of Georgia statue, stroll across the futuristic Peace Bridge, and visit Liberty Square with its towering pillar of St. George. Along the way, I chat with a Turkish traveller aiming to visit every country. We discuss when the best time is to visit and what you can expect from Georgia's hospitality. Find more travel stories and adventures on The Radio Vagabond. Links to the episode with a ton of pictures: www.TheRadioVagabond.com/347-georgia
Hello Travelers! Join host Jeremy this week for a stroll through Disney's Magic Kingdom, looking for and mostly HOPING for some autumn and Halloween vibes. We take in a bit of Main Street USA, hear the WDW marching band, before journeying on through Liberty Square. We take in a great ride through the Haunted Mansion, before wrapping up in Tomorrowland. If you like what we do, consider joining our crew on Patreon. These wonderful people help us keep the microphones crisp and the servers warm at night. The best zero cost option for supporting us to give us a five star review on apple podcasts or wherever you listen. Visit us at walkabouttheworld.com - find links to all the things - attraction episodes, Insta accounts of all the hosts, and even how to buy your own Walkabout shirt! Look us up at @WalkaboutWDW on Instagram and drop us a note to say hi. You can now also drop us at line at contact@walkabouttheworld.com. Say hi, tell us how you found us, and give us some suggestions on things you'd love to hear. Walkabout The World is a weekly Disney podcast, always recorded on property at Walt Disney World or Disneyland Resort with the simple goal of making you feel like you are in the middle of the magic.
In this special catch-up episode of the Living by Disney podcast, Serena and Louisa ditch the video for an old-school audio experience. They dive into their recent experiences, starting with an upgraded experience at Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party, details of their trip to California, including a magical tour of Disney Animation Studios in Burbank and memorable moments at Disneyland. To cap things off, they provide insider insights from the D23 Expo and the exciting announcements that are shaping the future of Disney parks. Join us for a casual, coffee-style chat with friends! 01:03 Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party 03:50 Villains Take Over the Halloween Party 09:57 Entertainment Highlights at the Halloween Party 20:43 California and D23 Expo 29:13 The Riverboat and Tom Sawyer Island Debate 33:58 Liberty Square and Future Changes 40:44 Touring Walt Disney Animation Studios If you want to book your next Disney World or other Disney vacation check out our partners at MickeyTravels! You can find them here: https://mickeytravels.com/get-a-quote They have an incredible team of agents who would love to help you with your planning!
Hey there! Happy Thursday! This is your Disney News for Thursday, August 22nd, 2024. Hope you're ready to dive into some magical updates! - Disney announced new attractions and themed areas worldwide - Magic Kingdom: Villains-Themed Land, Cars-Themed Area in Frontierland - Animal Kingdom: Tropical Americas land featuring Indiana Jones and Encanto - Hollywood Studios: Monsters, Inc. Land with a suspended coaster - Disneyland Resort: Expanding Avengers Campus; new Avatar-themed land - Disneyland Paris: Lion King Log-Flume ride and nighttime show - Tokyo Disneyland: "Reach for the Stars" nighttime show starting September 20th - Shanghai Disneyland: New Spider-Man ride - Hong Kong Disneyland: Spider-Man and Villain attraction within Stark Expo - Part of Disney's $60 billion investment over the next decade - Liberty Square's Riverboat closed temporarily for maintenance from August 20th to 22nd at Walt Disney World - Concerns about the potential closure of Muppet*Vision 3D at Hollywood Studios - Disneyland Resort in Anaheim set for major redevelopment, including a Coco-themed ride and new Avengers and Avatar rides Thanks for tuning in, and I hope you have a magical day. Don't forget to check in tomorrow for more Disney news.
Hey there, and a very happy Friday! This is your Disney News for Friday, August 2nd, 2024. I hope you're ready for your daily dose of Disney magic! - Disney Cruise Line unveils the Disney Destiny launching in 2025, featuring a "Lion King" dinner show, "Incredibles" themed sweet shop, "Hercules" staterooms, a Cruella de Vil piano lounge, and the AquaMouse attraction. - Magic Kingdom's Liberty Square has a new addition creating buzz, showcasing Disney's attention to detail and guest experience enhancement. - Tokyo Disney Resort's Space Mountain will close for refurbishment starting July 31, 2024, reopening in 2027 with updates and special effects. A celebration, "Celebrating Space Mountain: The Final Ignition!", will include decorations and exclusive merchandise in the meantime. - Disneyland Resort experienced record-low crowds last weekend due to factors like a heatwave, high ticket prices, and San Diego Comic-Con. Have a magical day and tune in again tomorrow for more updates.
Hello Travelers! This week join host Producer Josh on a walkabout at the Magic Kingdom to check out the newly opened and reimagined Country Bear Musical Jamboree. Walk from the Hub, through Cinderella Castle into Fantasyland, dip into Liberty Square, and into Forntierland for highlights from the new show. f you like what we do, consider joining our crew on Patreon. These wonderful people help us keep the microphones crisp and the servers warm at night. Visit us a walkabouttheworld.com - find links to all the things - attraction episodes, Insta accounts of all the hosts, and even how to buy your own Walkabout shirt! Look us up at @WalkaboutWDW on Instagram and drop us a note to say hi. You can now also drop us at line at contact@walkabouttheworld.com. Say hi, tell us how you found us, and give us some suggestions on things you'd love to hear. Please consider giving us a rating and review wherever you listen - it really helps. Walkabout The World is a weekly Disney podcast, always recorded on property at Walt Disney World or Disneyland Resort with the simple goal of making you feel like you are in the middle of the magic.
Experience the patriotic spirit of The Hall of Presidents at The Magic Kingdom. From the stately pre-show ambiance to the grand finale with every American President, listen to the echoes of history through the powerful narratives and speeches that have shaped the United States, all set against a backdrop of stirring patriotic music. This episode not only honors Walt Disney's vision but also celebrates the enduring values at the heart of the American story. --------- Want More Here With The Magic? Choose Your Own Adventure! More Videos: YouTube Visit The Website: https://herewiththemagic.com Join the Café: Become a Member Connect on Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/herewiththemagic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herewiththemagic/
The Mouse Tales Show - Your Disney Travel and Entertainment Podcast
This week on The Mouse Tales Show, we are heading into Magic Kingdom for part one of a two part series on The Most Magical Place On Earth. Join us as we walk right down the middle of Main Street U.S.A. Come with us to Adventureland where the birds sing words, the dole whips spill and the flowers croon, the jungle cruises and dead men tell no Mouse Tales. We'll make our way to the wild Fronteirland where we'll ride a water filled mountain made of salt? in a city that's below sea level? We'll blast our way through Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, meet a Country Bear on Tom Sawyer Island, visit John Wilkes' booth in Liberty Square and encounter some ghoulish ghosts in the Haunted Mansion. ***** Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/mousetalesshow ***** Don't forget to follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. ***** Give us a a 5 star review and comment and we'll mention you on the show. ***** A special shout out to our overseas listeners in France, The Netherlands, Russia and India. Thanks for your support. ***** Thank you also to our many listeners all over the United States. We appreciate you! ***** Get your Disney fix here between trips. Thank you for listening and enjoy the show!
Step into a realm where fairytales come to life and dreams become reality at Magic Kingdom, the crown jewel of Walt Disney World. In this enchanting episode, we'll take you on a magical tour through the park's six whimsical lands: Main Street, U.S.A., Adventureland, Frontierland, Liberty Square, Fantasyland, and Tomorrowland. From the soaring spires of Cinderella Castle to the swashbuckling adventures of Pirates of the Caribbean, we'll uncover the most iconic attractions, shows, and experiences that have captivated generations of visitors. We'll also share insider tips on the best times to visit, must-try snacks, and hidden gems that will make your visit truly extraordinary. Whether you're seeking thrills, nostalgia, or pure enchantment, this episode will inspire you to unlock the timeless wonders of Magic Kingdom and create memories that will last a lifetime. Get ready to embark on a journey filled with magic, laughter, and the spirit of childhood wonder!Get all these episodes plus hundreds more commercial free here! See the full list of shows and sign up for our newsletter for more great news from Caloroga Shark Media.
Memorial Day at Walt Disney World Happy (Belated) Memorial Day! Are you planning a wonderful trip to Walt Disney World in 2025 and wonder what goes on at the parks for Memorial Day? Well, this episode will give you a taste of what you can expect. We've got some tips for a great patriotic itinerary for the next Memorial Day with stops at Epcot and Magic Kingdom. Check out the American Adventure in Epcot's World Showcase. Listen to the Voices of Liberty and the wonderful American Adventure show. Eat a quick lunch at Regal Eagle Smokehouse. Later in the day park hop over to Magic Kingdom, enjoy the décor on Main Street USA and the attractions in Liberty Square. Take a ride on the Liberty Square Riverboat, take in the Hall of Presidents and then enjoy some good food at either Columbia Harbour House or Liberty Tree Tavern. Follow us on Instagram at That Disney Hustle. If you need help booking contact us for a free no obligation quote visit thatvacationco.com. We are That Disney Hustle serving you the most delightful Disney destinations. Hosted by Caleb and Chanel Berg. Produced by Caleb Berg --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thatdisneyhustle/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thatdisneyhustle/support
Columbia Harbour House Lobster rolls, fish, shrimp, chicken, hush puppies, and more! Join us today as we review Columbia Harbour House found in Liberty Square in Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom. This is one of our favorite quick service dining location in all of Walt Disney World and is loaded with all sorts of Disney magic and New England charm! Follow us on Instagram at That Disney Hustle. If you need help booking contact us for a free no obligation quote visit thatvacationco.com. We are That Disney Hustle serving you the most delightful Disney destinations. Hosted by Caleb and Chanel Berg. Produced by Caleb Berg --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thatdisneyhustle/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thatdisneyhustle/support
Scott and Steve enter the Nexus to discuss Liberty Square, Fantasyland and Tomorrowland.
Fri, 16 Feb 2024 21:15:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/228 http://relay.fm/rd/228 Big Filter Boy 228 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa John has Follow-Up on the Ides of March that leads to an examination of Roman numerals, contextual adjectives, and the challenge of adapting software for the peoples of Volapük. John has Follow-Up on the Ides of March that leads to an examination of Roman numerals, contextual adjectives, and the challenge of adapting software for the peoples of Volapük. clean 5653 Subtitle: I never said she stole my money.John has Follow-Up on the Ides of March that leads to an examination of Roman numerals, contextual adjectives, and the challenge of adapting software for the peoples of Volapük. This episode of Reconcilable Differences is sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code DIFFS. Links and Show Notes: John has Follow-Up on the Ides of March that leads to an examination of Roman numerals, contextual adjectives, and the challenge of adapting software for the peoples of Volapük. Next up is some guidance on the rope John was trying to push in the previous episode, and Merlin expresses gratitude to the listeners who also didn't know Aja has a person on it. Your hosts learn that you can't make an Omelas without…you know. Breaking something. Then, John and Merlin talk about the American singer, Taylor Swift. Apparently still in Follow-Up, there's more talk about DisneySea, and then Merlin gets surprisingly animated in discussing his ardor for some networking software and a recent music video. Finally, the listener is treated to a discussion of sports in movies. For this month's members-only bonus show, John has questions about Merlin's AI friends. You can sign up today to hear all the member episodes, get more bonus stuff, and, yes, support our program. (Recorded on Tuesday, February 6, 2024) Credits Audio Editor: Jim Metzendorf Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano Music: Merlin Mann The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. The Ides of March "I never said she stole my money." - One Sentence With 7 Meanings Pushin' a Rock - America's Funniest Home Videos The Young Ones - "Nozin' Aroun'" - YouTube "Knifin' Around" with Thom Yorke - YouTube Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots - The Flaming Lips Clouds Taste Metallic - The Flaming Lips Chris Williams on the Aja cover - Mastodon Merlin on the Aja cover - Mastodon WPIX channel 11 NY logos Volapük XLIFF "Ones Who Walk Away From Omelas” by Ursula K LeGuin Why Don't We Just Kill the Kid In the Omelas Hole? Taylor Swift - "Change" (2008) - YouTube Taylor Swift - "Mean" (2011) - YouTube Bleachers - "Tiny Moves" - YouTube Kenzo World - YouTubeMargaret Qualley dances her little heart out in this outstanding commercial directed by Spike Jonze. Kenzo World Mirror Shot Breakdown - YouTube @RecDiffs on Mastodon Tokyo DisneySea Review: Simply Incredible - YouTube Sindbad's Storybook Voyage: Tokyo DisneySea's Hidden Gem - YouTube Mystic Manor at Hong Kong Disneyland 2016 - YouTube Maid - Netflix All Too Well: The Short Film - YouTube Go Away Green - Wikipedia"or no-see-um-green" Discover Disney's Color Magic With Go Away Green and Blending Blue! - Inside the Magic Walt Disney World Best Kept Secrets - Magic KingdomListen for the subtle music changes between lands in the MK. Also notice how the pavement changes as well, especially as you travel across the nation and through time from Liberty Square (the Colonial Eastern US) into the Frontierland (western US). Purkinje effect - WikipediaThe Purkinje effect occurs at the transition between primary use of the photopic (cone-based) and scotopic (rod-based) systems, that is, in the mesopic state: as intensity dims, the rods take over, and before color disappears completely, it shifts towards the
Fri, 16 Feb 2024 21:15:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/228 http://relay.fm/rd/228 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa John has Follow-Up on the Ides of March that leads to an examination of Roman numerals, contextual adjectives, and the challenge of adapting software for the peoples of Volapük. John has Follow-Up on the Ides of March that leads to an examination of Roman numerals, contextual adjectives, and the challenge of adapting software for the peoples of Volapük. clean 5653 Subtitle: I never said she stole my money.John has Follow-Up on the Ides of March that leads to an examination of Roman numerals, contextual adjectives, and the challenge of adapting software for the peoples of Volapük. This episode of Reconcilable Differences is sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code DIFFS. Links and Show Notes: John has Follow-Up on the Ides of March that leads to an examination of Roman numerals, contextual adjectives, and the challenge of adapting software for the peoples of Volapük. Next up is some guidance on the rope John was trying to push in the previous episode, and Merlin expresses gratitude to the listeners who also didn't know Aja has a person on it. Your hosts learn that you can't make an Omelas without…you know. Breaking something. Then, John and Merlin talk about the American singer, Taylor Swift. Apparently still in Follow-Up, there's more talk about DisneySea, and then Merlin gets surprisingly animated in discussing his ardor for some networking software and a recent music video. Finally, the listener is treated to a discussion of sports in movies. For this month's members-only bonus show, John has questions about Merlin's AI friends. You can sign up today to hear all the member episodes, get more bonus stuff, and, yes, support our program. (Recorded on Tuesday, February 6, 2024) Credits Audio Editor: Jim Metzendorf Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano Music: Merlin Mann The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. The Ides of March "I never said she stole my money." - One Sentence With 7 Meanings Pushin' a Rock - America's Funniest Home Videos The Young Ones - "Nozin' Aroun'" - YouTube "Knifin' Around" with Thom Yorke - YouTube Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots - The Flaming Lips Clouds Taste Metallic - The Flaming Lips Chris Williams on the Aja cover - Mastodon Merlin on the Aja cover - Mastodon WPIX channel 11 NY logos Volapük XLIFF "Ones Who Walk Away From Omelas” by Ursula K LeGuin Why Don't We Just Kill the Kid In the Omelas Hole? Taylor Swift - "Change" (2008) - YouTube Taylor Swift - "Mean" (2011) - YouTube Bleachers - "Tiny Moves" - YouTube Kenzo World - YouTubeMargaret Qualley dances her little heart out in this outstanding commercial directed by Spike Jonze. Kenzo World Mirror Shot Breakdown - YouTube @RecDiffs on Mastodon Tokyo DisneySea Review: Simply Incredible - YouTube Sindbad's Storybook Voyage: Tokyo DisneySea's Hidden Gem - YouTube Mystic Manor at Hong Kong Disneyland 2016 - YouTube Maid - Netflix All Too Well: The Short Film - YouTube Go Away Green - Wikipedia"or no-see-um-green" Discover Disney's Color Magic With Go Away Green and Blending Blue! - Inside the Magic Walt Disney World Best Kept Secrets - Magic KingdomListen for the subtle music changes between lands in the MK. Also notice how the pavement changes as well, especially as you travel across the nation and through time from Liberty Square (the Colonial Eastern US) into the Frontierland (western US). Purkinje effect - WikipediaThe Purkinje effect occurs at the transition between primary use of the photopic (cone-based) and scotopic (rod-based) systems, that is, in the mesopic state: as intensity dims, the rods take over, and before color disappears completel
When rising sea levels threaten the future of coastal dwellers in Miami, wealthy property owners seek to strike gold inland by developing the historically black community of Liberty Square. We speak with director Katja Esson about the issues explored in the film and the process of making it. Watch @IndependentLens' #LibertySquarePBS on the PBS App starting January 29. pbs.org/libertysquare The post TLC/186 — Katja Esson on Razing Liberty Square appeared first on The Greylock Glass.
Taiwan's voters have chosen pro-sovereignty candidate William Lai as their next president, a result which has angered China. It means Mr Lai's party has secured an unprecedented third consecutive presidential term at a time when the Taiwanese people are debating how best to deal with Beijing. China has claimed sovereignty over Taiwan since the end of the civil war in 1949, when the defeated Nationalist government fled to the island as the Communists under Mao Zedong swept to power. So, what do the election results reveal about how the Taiwanese people view themselves in relation to their much larger neighbour? And do they make a conflict between China, Taiwan and its allies more or less likely? Shaun Ley is joined by a panel of expert guests:Amanda Hsiao - Senior Analyst with the International Crisis Group, based in Taiwan Hsin-I Sydney Yueh - Associate Teaching Professor, Director of Online Education and Internships at the University of Missouri Vickie Wang - Taiwanese writer, interpreter and stand-up comedianAlso in the programme:Sean C.S. Hu - Owner of Taipei's Double Square Art GalleryProduced by Paul Schuster and Zak BrophyImage: Honor guards lower down the flag of Taiwan in Liberty Square in Taipei, Taiwan, 16 January 2024. Credit: Ritchie B Tongo/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock
Join your tour guides Dan Hansen, Kris Banas and Jason Thomason as they play the Dan Game: Attraction Quotes edition! Plus lots of Disney talk between questions, a skipperific announcement, Mr Marrow has been around Tomorrowland, Liberty Square needs the Muppets and more! Follow us on Facebook at Disney Friends of the Grand Circle Tour Podcast for live shows every Thursday night, on Instagram at @grandcircletourpodcast and on YouTube at @grandcircletour Brought to you by https://celebratingflorida.com/ and https://mei-travel.com/ The Grand Circle Tour Podcast is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy
Academy Award nominated filmmaker Katja Esson's RAZING LIBERTY SQUARE is a character-driven verité documentary that weaves personal stories in and out of the larger social justice narrative on Climate Gentrification. The stories originate at the intersection of race, climate, and socio-economic gentrification and examines the assumptions regarding who matters—and who doesn't—and about land and who controls it. As rising seas threaten Miami's luxurious beachfront, wealthy property owners are pushing inland to higher ground. The historically black neighborhood of Liberty City, which has been ignored by developers and policy-makers alike, for generations is 12 feet above sea level, has now becomes more attractive to the wealthy with each rising tide. At the heart of Liberty City is the Liberty Square housing projects, the first segregated public housing project in the South. New Liberty Square: a $300 million mixed income development. The dramatic changes happening in Miami's Liberty Square are a looking glass for contemporary issues of wide-scale significance: the affordable housing crisis, the impact of systemic racism and climate gentrification. Miami is experiencing sea level rise before the rest of the country. What is happening in Liberty Square is a prescient story of what is to come, and strategies put to the test here are being closely observed by the rest of the world. Director / Producer Katja Esson (Ferry Tales, Poetry of Resilience) joins us for a conversation on how she came to know about the history and looming fate of Liberty Square, why ringing the bell on relationship between rising sea levels, systemic racism, affordable housing and Climate Gentrification should scare the hell out of every community in here in America and beyond. For more go to: razinglibertysquare.org/thefilm
This week, enjoy a Christmas potpourri of topics as Jeff dives into the spirit of the holidays. First, we take a look at Disneyland's "Parade of All Nations" from the holiday season in 1959, and compare it with the current Disneyland holiday events. Next, Jeff talks about the Hat Box Ghost making his debut on the East Coast; reviews Wish, the latest Disney animated feature; and discusses Fan Expo in San Francisco, which featured a rare live convention appearance by Mark Hamill among many other Star Wars celebrities. Keep in touch - comments@mousetalgia.com
In today's episode, we do a deep dive on Storybook Circus and Liberty Square. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jamie-mccarthy/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jamie-mccarthy/support
In a land that is often overlooked in the Magic Kingdom, Jake and Morgan scour for fascinating tidbits of Disney history. Jake recounts a shocking backstage accident that occurred during the refurbishment of an iconic Liberty Square vehicle. Morgan then details the history of a whacky walk-through attraction that would eventually become The Haunted Mansion. Listen along and join the Dis-course on social media.
Things in Liberty Square are taking a turn for the eerie. Join us as we add a spooky veil to the classic Magic Kingdom land featuring some familiar haunting faces. From a collection terrifying treats to a ghostly new talent show, you'll be shaking in your colonial boots as night falls on on the pilgrim village. Reminder: Beware of the Headless Horseman!Since you're in the Halloween spirit, head over to Miles From Main Street podcast as Kaity and Stephen join Bryan for a rundown of their Halloween Movie Madness bracket. Can you guess who took home to prize?As always, give us a follow on our socials (@idiotsimagineering) for more fun and interaction! We love your feedback, so let us know how you feel about this Sleepy Hollow takeover.
Today we give a TPS report, a Tip, Something Positive, and a Story for the attracations in Frontierland, Liberty Square, and Fantasyland at the Magic Kingdom Support the show today www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio Lots of great levels on Patreon, Get access to the After Show, Bonus Audio, or monthly zoom calls. Check out the patreon page to see what fits for you. Leave a review - we will read your 5 star review on air! Get a quote from www.TouringPlans.com/RopeDrop Follow us on social media - @RopeDropRadio Check out or spin off cruise show - @RopeDropOnDeck Thank you to our top Patreons at the 'Ohana Bread Pudding level - Brain Flock, Molly Hemphill, CT, and David Smith.
The New Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Photo Ops for 2023Where to find them and where to find some Returning Favorites as WellMickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is now scaring things up at Magic Kingdom Park, and Disney PhotoPass photographers have some brand new spooky shots and spots taking place during the event.New photos include Donald Duck's mischievous nephews, the Lonesome Ghosts, Maleficent and more. Plus many of your favorite Magic Shots are also back this year, including the Headless Horseman and Oogie Boogie. Where to Find Disney Photo Ops during Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party Multiple locations (Evil Queen's hand and a poison apple) NEW! At the entrance to the park and on Main Street, U.S.A. (TinkerBell in your hand and Halloween Mickey balloons, Donald's nephews in costume, lonesome ghosts) NEW! Town Square near the flag pole (holding a Mickey shaped pumpkin) Select spots in front of and near Cinderella Castle (fire pumpkin) Near the gardens in front of Casey's Corner and The Plaza Restaurant (pumpkin patch) NEW! Liberty Square near the Hall of Presidents (hitchhiking ghosts, headless horseman) In front of the Haunted Mansion (holding a lantern) At the castle walls near Pinocchio Village Haus (Maleficent dragon) Near the main entrance to Storybook Circus (fun photos, not scary) Near the Purple Wall (just past Tomorrowland Terrace)(scary cartoon monsters in costume) and at many of the party character greetings Some of the coolest Disney photo opportunities with the spookiest ambiance are those that you get in black and white. The best BxW shots are on Main Street: Walt Disney's classic dancing skeletons and a very spooky misty ambiance mood shot with bats and large moon. This one would make the perfect portrait. Favorite shots: bubbling cauldron (near the gardens by Casey's Corner and The Plaza Restaurant) Favorites New shots: fall TinkerBell in your hand at the park entrance (past the train station)Thank You for Listening to the Disney Travel PodcastThank you very much for listening to this episode, Amelia and I hope that you enjoyed it. If you did, we would be very grateful if you could rate, review and subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes (or on whichever app you choose to listen). A brief review about what you liked most about an episode truly helps to keep the show going by exposing it to new listeners. We look forward to continue producing new episodes each week.Sharing the podcast with your friends and on social media is also extremely helpful and very much appreciated.Contact 1923 Main StreetThank you for listening to the Disney Travel News Podcast at 1923MainStreet.com. As always, we love to get feedback and questions from our listeners and to hear your suggestions and ideas for future episodes.Please be sure to follow along on Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook.Thank you for listening and have a magical day!Mike Belobradic and Amelia Belobradic--Media provided by Jamendo
In celebration of the 4th of July, Rick and his wife Courtney will talk about three lands themed towards Americana in Walt Disney World. Follow Rick on Social Media... Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickdoughertytgtt TikTok.com/tallguytalkstravel
Kyle and Amanda are deep diving into Liberty Square!E-Mail: greatmousepodcast@gmail.comTwitter: @greatmousecastInstagram: @greatmousecastTikTok: @greatmousepodcast
Hello travelers! Happy Independence Day! Today, join Producer Josh for a holiday Walkabout in Liberty Square at the Magic Kingdom. You'll begin (and end) this Walkabout with the sounds of the Main Street Philharmonic. Then you'll take in sights and sounds around Liberty Square including clips from the Hall of Presidents. You'll end your Walkabout at the Main Street train station overlooking Town Square as we observe and listen to the Magic Kingdom's daily flag retreat ceremony. As always, use good listening devices as we always record in 4 channel surround sound. We hope you enjoy the episode and thanks so much for following along! Look us up at @WalkaboutWDW on Instagram and drop us a note to say hi! Find our producer Josh also on Instagram at @TheSteele. Say hi to our west coast correspondent Ric at @opticaljedi. Lastly give a shout to our Orlando correspondent Pete at @neverlandlocal. You can now also drop us at line at contact@walkabouttheworld.com. Say hi, tell us how you found us, and give us some suggestions on things you'd love to hear. Please consider giving us a rating and review wherever you listen - it really helps. Walkabout The World is a weekly Disney podcast, always recorded on property at Walt Disney World or Disneyland Resort with the simple goal of making you feel like you are in the middle of the magic.
Welcome back to the Most Magical Place on Earth! Today, we're exploring The Magic Kingdom in my favorite way: just meandering around. We'll wander through each of its enchanting lands and even pause to enjoy Disney's Festival of Fantasy Parade! ----- Want More Here With The Magic? Choose Your Own Adventure! Learn About Our Upcoming Trip! Watch Our Show: Here With The Magic More Videos: YouTube Visit The Website: https://herewiththemagic.com Join the Café: Become a Member Connect on Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/herewiththemagic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herewiththemagic/
Hello Travelers! Join host Jeremy this week for a full park walkabout in Disney's Magic Kingdom. Start at Town Square, journey down Main Street USA, and then through Tomorrowland where we stop by to soak in all that is Tron! We journey on to Fantasyland to ride Small World, and then on to Liberty Square, Frontierland, and finally into Adventureland to wind up the episode. Hear the Magic Kingdom Railway whistle, as well as multiple interruptions by the Liberty Belle. You might even hear a distant 'YEE-HAH' if you listen closely. As always, use good listening devices as we always record in 4 channel surround sound. We hope you enjoy the episode and thanks so much for following along! Look us up at @WalkaboutWDW on Instagram and drop us a note to say hi! Find our producer Josh also on Instagram at @TheSteele. Say hi to our west coast correspondent Ric at @opticaljedi. Lastly give a shout to our Orlando correspondent Pete at @neverlandlocal. You can now also drop us at line at contact@walkabouttheworld.com. Say hi, tell us how you found us, and give us some suggestions on things you'd love to hear. Please consider giving us a rating and review wherever you listen - it really helps. Walkabout The World is a weekly Disney podcast, always recorded on property at Walt Disney World or Disneyland Resort with the simple goal of making you feel like you are in the middle of the magic.
"RAZING LIBERTY SQUARE" addresses climate gentrification by following the redevelopment of a historic African American public housing project in Miami
In this Showdown episode, Conor and Caroline are headed to the parks to see Disneyland's New Orleans Square take on Walt Disney World's Liberty Square. These two themed lands function very similarly in the Disney Parks but which is better? Do the attractions and cajun cuisine of New Orleans Square make it worthy to be called winner? Or is the clever and historically accurate theming of Liberty Square too good to lose? Grab your MagicBands and favorite ears because we're park hopping until we name the winner, fair and square!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for fun content and exciting new updates!Join the Poor Unfortunate Fam, our Facebook Group for listeners who love the podcast and want to keep the discussions going!If you like what you're hearing, help us keep bringing you your favorite Disney content by making a donation to Poor Unfortunate Podcast today!*This podcast is not affiliated with The Walt Disney Company.Support the show
Since D23 last summer there have been many rumors about if and what kinds of expansion plans are in the works for Magic Kingdom. At that time WDW Imagineering Portfolio head Chris Beatty and Walt Disney Animation head Jennifer Lee joined Josh D'Amaro on some blue sky dreaming of what might happen in the Magic Kingdom. Since then a big change came with a new CEO to Disney. With that came even more rumors. This last week or so two YouTube bloggers have given their insights to these rumors. This includes Jack DSNY Broadcast and Brayden Holness of Mickey Views These have included adding to the Tiana New Orlean's theme, building out Coco, Encanto and even the Villains Lair. We look at all of these and how they might impact the entire Rivers of America to include Frontierland and Liberty Square. And we look at even an additional rumor or two as well. So join us as we dissect Magic Kingdom expansion rumors. This podcast as well as all others are brought to you by Performance Journeys, which celebrates its 20th year as a training and development group bringing best in business ideas through keynotes, workshops, seminars and amazing benchmarking programs to organizations in the public, private and non-profit sectors. If you are seeking to improve your customer delivery, to re-engage the morale of your workforce, or to improve the leadership of your organization, we offer not only great solutions tried and tested from our time working intimately to raise excellence in organizations big and small. At Performance Journeys, it's as much about the journey as it is about the performance. You can see photos, links, maps and more at Disney Insights. Please subscribe!
From the people who almost brought you Liberty Square in Disneyland comes a whole new attraction that never happened ... Edison Square! Taren runs us through the weird history of this concept, including how it was born and why it never happened. Plus, Erik Is Eating Again, this time in the only brewpub at Walt Disney World! ---------------- Support the show! Subscribe to us on YouTube Join everyone over on our Patreon page Visit us on Etsy for the coolest Disney-inspired shirts Check out the podcast archives on our website Come check out the Discord group! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
New photo session options with Capture Your Moment in Magic Kingdom Park; is it worth it? Plus, the first news about the 2023 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival; an update coming for Star Tours; Rogers the Musical is happening; and an update on Tiana's Bayou Adventure.EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival Kicks off on July 27The 2023 edition will run from July 27 through November 18. Depending on when you attend, the festival will be different. 25 Global Marketplaces will include returning favorites, plus several new additions that will change as the festival turns from summer to fall.Highlights of the 2023 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival include: Emile's Fromage Montage: Try any five cheese dishes listed in the Festival Passport, collect the stamps and then head to Shimmering Sips to get a free sweet treat unique to the festival. Remy's Ratatouille Hide & Squeak: a Ratatouille-inspired adventure where you search for Remy throughout World Showcase and the Global Marketplaces. And just in time for Halloween: take part in Pluto's Pumpkin Pursuit, a special pumpkin scavenger hunt running from September 29 through October 31. Eat to the Beat Concerts will be back and we will share line-up details once they're released. Check for more festival news any time at TasteEPCOT.com. --NEW Capture Your Moment Photo Sessions Coming to Magic KingdomCapture Your Moment is a Disney PhotoPass product that offers a 20-minute personalized photo session with a Disney PhotoPass photographer in any Disney World Park you choose. Magic Kingdom photo session locations have included Main Street, U.S.A. and around Cinderella Castle. Now they've added a new Capture Your Moment experience in Fantasyland, starting on May 1.New locations include the back of Cinderella Castle, Prince Charming Regal Carousel, Rapunzel's tower, Prince Eric's castle, Storybook Circus, Belle and Maurice's cottage, outside of Beast's castle, around Mad Tea Party and more. Entrance to the rides or attractions in any of these locations is not part of the photo service. You are guaranteed one photo location per session, but if you act quickly, it is possible to visit a few locations to take photos within your time slot. Check-in for this experience is at Sir Mickey's (just behind Cinderella Castle) where a photographer will help you choose a photo prop and the location(s) you want to use. Disney also noted you may even be able to visit a location beyond Fantasyland to capture photos, such as the Haunted Mansion or other spots in Liberty Square. Ask your photographer about available options and how long they'd have to capture photos at these locations.Each Capture Your Moment session is $99.00 and can include a maximum of eight guests. Photos are not included in the price of a session. If you have a Disney PhotoPass entitlement such as Memory Maker or Memory Maker One Day, as well as qualifying Annual Passholders with a Disney PhotoPass download benefit, can download the photos taken during Capture Your Moment at no extra cost. You can also opt to purchase photos individually.Bookings for Capture Your Moment in Fantasyland will open on April 24, with sessions offered daily starting May 1. Bookings can be made up to 60 days in advance, and advance reservations are strongly recommended. A limited number of same-day reservations may be available; so check the My Disney Experience app for availability.If you want to do Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique before a Capture Your Moment session in Fantasyland, Disney recommends booking a photo session to begin at least two hours after the start of the boutique time.--‘Rogers: The Musical' to Premiere June 30 for a Limited Time at Disney California Adventure ParkIn the first episode of “Hawkeye,” viewers saw a Broadway musical featuring the life of Steve Rogers, Captain America. Disney has now officially announced that a real-life one-act musical theater production of “Rogers: The Musical” will hit the stage at the Hyperion Theater at Disney California Adventure Park for a limited-time engagement, starting June 30, 2023. The production features a cast of singers and dancers telling the story of Steve Rogers joined by Peggy Carter, Nick Fury and select members of the Avengers. The musical will take us on a journey from Steve's humble beginnings during World War II to becoming Captain America, leading the Avengers and beyond. Music will include “Save the City,” from the Disney+ series “Hawkeye”; “Star Spangled Man” from the film “Captain America: The First Avenger”; plus, five new original songs written just for “Rogers: The Musical” at the Disneyland Resort.“Rogers: The Musical” is a 30 minute show that will take place from Tuesday through Saturday most weeks. More details as the date draws closer.--Mama Odie to Make a Big Appearance in Tiana's Bayou AdventureNew ride renderings released by Disney show Mama Odie joking with guests along the journey after a special display of her magic. The two-hundred-year-old Bayou Fairy Godmother, with her eccentric belongings and “seeing eye snake” Juju, is comically eccentric (yet wise and all-knowing) throughout the adventure. Actress Jenifer Lewis, who voiced Mama Odie in “The Princess and the Frog,” is returning to her role for the attraction. To make room for this new magic, Splash Mountain at Disneyland park will be closed starting May 31, 2023, so we can begin the next phase of development for Tiana's Bayou Adventure.--Star Tours Sets Course for New Adventures in 2024In 2024, Disney will (finally) be adding more stories and characters to Star Tours at both Disney's Hollywood Studios in Florida and Disneyland Park in California. It has been awhile since significant updates have occurred. Will we now see the Mandalorian and Baby Yoda (aka Grogu) onboard?--Thank You for Listening to the Disney Travel PodcastThank you very much for listening to this episode, Amelia and I hope that you enjoyed it. If you did, we would be very grateful if you could rate, review and subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes (or on whichever app you choose to listen). A brief review about what you liked most about an episode truly helps to keep the show going by exposing it to new listeners. We look forward to continue producing new episodes each week.Sharing the podcast with your friends and on social media is also extremely helpful and very much appreciated.Shop 1923 Main StreetFeel free to visit our 1923 Main Street® Disney merchandise shop where we have hundreds of unique and original Disney-inspired t-shirts, leggings, clothing, mugs, phone cases and much more. You'll find everything from 1923 Main Street logo merchandise to custom created authentic Disney-inspired originals, including lots of great patterns for leggings and other items.Contact 1923 Main StreetThank you for listening to the Disney Travel News Podcast at 1923MainStreet.com. As always, we love to get feedback and questions from our listeners and to hear your suggestions and ideas for future episodes.Please be sure to follow along on Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook.Thank you for listening and have a magical day!Mike Belobradic and Amelia Belobradic--Media provided by Jamendo
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WDW Radio # 699 - Past, Present, and Future of Frontierland in Walt Disney World - Part 2 We head back to Frontierland in Walt Disney World this week, as we continue our look at the past, present, and future of a land that, like Liberty Square, celebrates more than real American history, but fanciful stories of fictitious characters and locations. And with announced and possible changes on their way, we discuss what Frontierland's immediate and long-term future might look like. And yes... it might just involve some Disney Villains. If you like what you hear, please share the show and tell a friend. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio Show. ---------------------------------- WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse - Join the community and conversation on Facebook WDWRadioNATION - Get monthly rewards, and help support the show WDWRadioLIVE.com - Watch and chat LIVE Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET WDWRadio.com/Podcasts - Show notes, past episodes, links, and photos WDWRadio.com/Events - WDW Radio Disney meets, events, cruises, and more! WDWRadio.com/Shirts - Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, logo gear and more! 407-900-9391 - Call the voicemail with a question, comment or "Hello!" from the parks THANK YOU for your support by voting WDW Radio Best Travel Podcast for 9 consecutive years! Sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio show. Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in next week! ---------------------------------- LouMongello.com- Let me help you turn what you love into what you do and turn your passion into your profession with one-on-one mentoring, mastermind groups, and my Momentum Workshop in Walt Disney World. I am also a keynote speaker who can present at your event, conference, business, or school, and provide mentoring and consulting to individuals and organizations looking to build their businesses and brands. I speak on a variety of topics, including sharing the magic of Disney, and teaching how to deliver exceptional customer service, social media, podcasting, live video, community, following your dreams, and more. ---------------------------------- LET'S CONNECT! WDWRadio.com/Community Facebook.com/WDWRadio Instagram.com/LouMongello Twitter.com/LouMongello YouTube.com/WDWRadio Pinterest.com/LouMongello LinkedIn.com/in/LouMongello
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WDW Radio # 699 - Past, Present, and Future of Frontierland in Walt Disney World - Part 2 We head back to Frontierland in Walt Disney World this week, as we continue our look at the past, present, and future of a land that, like Liberty Square, celebrates more than real American history, but fanciful stories of fictitious characters and locations. And with announced and possible changes on their way, we discuss what Frontierland's immediate and long-term future might look like. And yes... it might just involve some Disney Villains. If you like what you hear, please share the show and tell a friend. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio Show. ---------------------------------- WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse - Join the community and conversation on Facebook WDWRadioNATION - Get monthly rewards, and help support the show WDWRadioLIVE.com - Watch and chat LIVE Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET WDWRadio.com/Podcasts - Show notes, past episodes, links, and photos WDWRadio.com/Events - WDW Radio Disney meets, events, cruises, and more! WDWRadio.com/Shirts - Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, logo gear and more! 407-900-9391 - Call the voicemail with a question, comment or "Hello!" from the parks THANK YOU for your support by voting WDW Radio Best Travel Podcast for 9 consecutive years! Sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio show. Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in next week! ---------------------------------- LouMongello.com- Let me help you turn what you love into what you do and turn your passion into your profession with one-on-one mentoring, mastermind groups, and my Momentum Workshop in Walt Disney World. I am also a keynote speaker who can present at your event, conference, business, or school, and provide mentoring and consulting to individuals and organizations looking to build their businesses and brands. I speak on a variety of topics, including sharing the magic of Disney, and teaching how to deliver exceptional customer service, social media, podcasting, live video, community, following your dreams, and more. ---------------------------------- LET'S CONNECT! WDWRadio.com/Community Facebook.com/WDWRadio Instagram.com/LouMongello Twitter.com/LouMongello YouTube.com/WDWRadio Pinterest.com/LouMongello LinkedIn.com/in/LouMongello
Soundscapes: Liberty Belle Riverboat Perhaps no Disney area resonates more strongly with the spirit Here With The Magic than Rivers of America in The Magic Kingdom. Amidst the hustle and bustle of the Most Magical Place on Earth, this space provides a respite to those who want to remain in the midst of the Magic, but at a slower, more reflective pace. And the best way to experience all of its sights and sounds is by boarding the Liberty Belle Riverboat! ----- Want More Here With The Magic? Watch the Show: https://www.herewiththemagic.com/show Visit The Website: https://herewiththemagic.com Watch Here: https://www.youtube.com/HereWithTheMagic Connect on Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/herewiththemagic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herewiththemagic/ --
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WDW Radio # 691 - Ten More Secrets and Stories You Never Knew About Walt Disney World Join me this week as we look at Ten More Secrets and Stories You Never Knew About Walt Disney World, including a different kind of pirates, a lost Liberty Square dark ride, the park entrance that's in the wrong place, what almost came to Walt Disney World outside the parks... and a cheese attraction? Stay tuned for our Disney Trivia Question of the Week where you can enter to win a Disney prize package, and more updates at the end of the show. If you like what you hear, please share the show and tell a friend. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio Show. ---------------------------------- WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse - Join the community and conversation on Facebook WDWRadioNATION - Get monthly rewards, and help support the show WDWRadioLIVE.com - Watch and chat LIVE Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET WDWRadio.com/Podcasts - Show notes, past episodes, links, and photos WDWRadio.com/Events - WDW Radio Disney meets, events, cruises, and more! WDWRadio.com/Shirts - Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, logo gear and more! 407-900-9391 - Call the voicemail with a question, comment or "Hello!" from the parks THANK YOU for your support by voting WDW Radio Best Travel Podcast for 9 consecutive years! Sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio show. Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in next week! ---------------------------------- LouMongello.com- Let me help you turn what you love into what you do with one-on-one mentoring, mastermind groups, and my Momentum Workshop in Walt Disney World. I can also speak at your event, conference, business, or school. ---------------------------------- LET'S CONNECT! WDWRadio.com/Community Facebook.com/WDWRadio Instagram.com/LouMongello Twitter.com/LouMongello YouTube.com/WDWRadio Pinterest.com/LouMongello LinkedIn.com/in/LouMongello
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WDW Radio # 691 - Ten More Secrets and Stories You Never Knew About Walt Disney World Join me this week as we look at Ten More Secrets and Stories You Never Knew About Walt Disney World, including a different kind of pirates, a lost Liberty Square dark ride, the park entrance that's in the wrong place, what almost came to Walt Disney World outside the parks... and a cheese attraction? Stay tuned for our Disney Trivia Question of the Week where you can enter to win a Disney prize package, and more updates at the end of the show. If you like what you hear, please share the show and tell a friend. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio Show. ---------------------------------- WDWRadio.com - Visit the site and blog WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse - Join the community and conversation on Facebook WDWRadioNATION - Get monthly rewards, and help support the show WDWRadioLIVE.com - Watch and chat LIVE Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET WDWRadio.com/Podcasts - Show notes, past episodes, links, and photos WDWRadio.com/Events - WDW Radio Disney meets, events, cruises, and more! WDWRadio.com/Shirts - Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, logo gear and more! 407-900-9391 - Call the voicemail with a question, comment or "Hello!" from the parks THANK YOU for your support by voting WDW Radio Best Travel Podcast for 9 consecutive years! Sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio show. Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in next week! ---------------------------------- LouMongello.com- Let me help you turn what you love into what you do with one-on-one mentoring, mastermind groups, and my Momentum Workshop in Walt Disney World. I can also speak at your event, conference, business, or school. ---------------------------------- LET'S CONNECT! WDWRadio.com/Community Facebook.com/WDWRadio Instagram.com/LouMongello Twitter.com/LouMongello YouTube.com/WDWRadio Pinterest.com/LouMongello LinkedIn.com/in/LouMongello
Tomas Sulichin, President of the Commercial Division of RelatedISG Realty, sits down with us to share expert insights on current market conditions in Florida. A Miami native, he has a decade-long career in the competitive South Florida CRE market, and, today, he details its explosive growth for the past few years and how it is leveling out due to market corrections. He explains why they are still optimistic about the long-term prospects and also discusses strategies to succeed in the development space in South Florida. [00:01 - 12:00] The Growth of Florida's Real Estate market Tomas on achieving great success at 35 He introduces Related Group and ISG With their diverse portfolio, they have a holistic view of the market South Florida is seeing a record number of relocations to the region Data gathering is critical, especially because there's a lot of speculation and pessimism Why Tomas is remaining bullish on the market [12:01 - 16:18] Development Risks and Opportunities Development is high risk but has high return potential if done correctly Opportunities for development are available in certain asset classes, such as multifamily and industrial It's important to be creative and strategic to stay competitive [16:19 - 19:19] Closing Segment Tomas' hope for the future Reach out to Tomas! Links Below Final Words Tweetable Quotes “I think that we were at a point with the most liquidity that the world has ever seen.” - Tomas Sulichin “If you look at the national news, I wouldn't get out of bed 'cause everything seems negative. Then you actually look at the record, we track the sales, we track the volume and it's positive.” - Tomas Sulichin “When you're in a competitive market, you really have to try to get creative and reposition an asset.” - Tomas Sulichin ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with Tomas at tomas@relatedisg.com and follow him on Instagram. Connect with me: I love helping others place money outside of traditional investments that both diversify a strategy and provide solid predictable returns. Facebook LinkedIn Like, subscribe, and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or whatever platform you listen on. Thank you for tuning in! Email me → sam@brickeninvestmentgroup.com Want to read the full show notes of the episode? Check it out below: [00:00:00] Tomas Sulichin: Well, when you say development itself, I'm thinking of ground-up development, which is basically buying raw land and either entitlement or whether it's entitled and building a building. To do that, that's something that's easy to say that you do. It's very difficult to do it well. [00:00:27] Sam Wilson: Tomas is the President of the Commercial Division for Related ISG. He leads the commercial team's expansion in South Florida, leveraged by the firm's established strength in the residential market and development. Tomas, welcome to the show. [00:00:39] Tomas Sulichin: Thank you. Great pleasure to be here, Sam. [00:00:41] Sam Wilson: Hey man. The pleasure's mine. There are three questions I ask every guest who comes on the show: in 90 seconds or less, can you tell me where did you start? Where are you now? And how did you get there? [00:00:50] Tomas Sulichin: So I started from a real estate household. So this is something that I've been around my whole life. Basically, it's a passion of mine. I see myself going into this well into my older years. I started, I mean, as as anybody else, I mean, from the bottom, basically very basic parts of the job. And I was able to really find a passion for it and I believe, scale myself up. I'm 35 years old, so I think I've done exceedingly well for myself at this age. It's still far from where I want to be in the next five or 10 years. But you have to be happy, but not complacent. [00:01:23] Sam Wilson: Far from where you want to be. We'll circle back really on that question. Can you tell me what does your company do precisely if possible? [00:01:34] Tomas Sulichin: Sure. Even though it's a simple question, it's a little bit of elaborate answer for my side. [00:01:38] Sam Wilson: By all means, we have time, so carry on. [00:01:41] Tomas Sulichin: Okay. Perfect. So we have two companies, one being Related Group, which is the largest development company in the state of Florida for the past, basically 42 years. We've done everything from ultra-luxury condominium projects latest ones being Armani. We recently launched Baccarat Towers in Brickell at a price point of around $1,300 a square foot, all the way to affordable housing. We recently completed Liberty Square, which is 2200 units, subsidized housing, and also mixed-use projects. So we do sometimes retail components, sometimes the office component just to better serve the community. The other side of the company is ISG, which International Sales Group, which specializes in the sales of these ultra projects or these large scale projects. Myself, personally, I lead the commercial division on the broker side. So I represent everything from buyers that are looking to purchase land to develop or existing assets, repositioning assets, and I get involved depending on what the client's needs are. I could get involved in raising equity, taking a part of the deal, or simply being a broker depending on what their needs are. [00:02:48] Sam Wilson: Got it. That's really intriguing. I mean, there's a lot of moving pieces in all of that and I bet it gives you kind of holistic view of the market. Would you say that's fair? [00:02:58] Tomas Sulichin: It does. 'cause it gives us a view. I mean myself, my day-to-day really is focused on the commercial sector, but I think commercial and residential really go hand in hand. If you have a strong residential market, I think that you're going to see commercial real estate also do exceedingly well and vice versa. If there's not a lot of companies that are relocating companies that are expanding, retail's not working good, you're usually going to be followed by a softer residential market. So being that our company has a very strong footprint in South Florida. Even though my sector is kind of niche, I get to see basically everything that's going on and it's important. I mean, to have, I think knowledge is power. So the more knowledge you have, I mean, the better you're going to. [00:03:39] Sam Wilson: Do you see any warning signs? Do you see any caution flags going out saying, Hey, I guess, do you see anything in the market right now that people are taking unnecessary risk that maybe they could offset? [00:03:50] Tomas Sulichin: Yes. I mean, if you turn on the news, I think that you're going to see a pretty grim picture of what's going on right now. You have a 9.1 inflation rate, which is the highest, I don't know. I mean, since, I don't know, The Great Depression. [00:04:02] Sam Wilson: Early eighties. [00:04:02] Tomas Sulichin: The seventies, since, the nation well before I was around. So it is a little bit concerning overall when we really do focus and, I mean, South Florida, fueled by international buyers, by buyers from a lot of different states from the Northeast New York, New Jersey, Connecticut from the west coast. And you have a record number of companies relocating over here and permanent residences relocating over here. So when we look at the local market, that's really my day-to-day job. I really do not see any warning signs. I mean, you're seeing, we're tracking sales year after year, every year we produce something that's called the Miami Report. So we do, we're very big in data gathering. And when you look at the sales, you look at the volumes and you look at what's going on, it's really a positive picture. When you look at people's opinions or when you look at interest rates and declining, that is something that is somewhat concerning and something that you have to take into consideration when negotiating deals, especially cap rate deals or deals that are going to be on a cash flow. But it's a reality of the world that we live in that you always have to adapt. [00:05:03] Sam Wilson: Right. Yeah, absolutely. And you guys are focused strictly in the Florida market, is that correct? [00:05:08] Tomas Sulichin: Correct. So we're mainly based out of South Florida, which would be Palm Beach, Broward, and Dade county. But we do also real estate, I mean, we have projects right now going on in Naples, which would be the West Coast of Florida, in Sarasota, in Jacksonville, that's a great market, Tampa, Orlando, and Tallahassee. So we do have a footprint throughout Florida, but I wouldn't say that the same strength of the company is going to be in Miami as in Jacksonville or in Sarasota. [00:05:35] Sam Wilson: Right. Right. Have you seen any softening and I know Florida right now it is just, I mean, it's growing like wildfire, so maybe this isn't a fair question for you, but maybe it is a fair question because, you know, everybody's always said that real estate is local. There is no national real estate market. like that because, you know, again, you listen to the news, you listen to any other talking head and in the end it's going to be like, oh no, the bottom's going to go out and the sky's falling at the same time. But for you, you guys are just seeing an incredible boom, but is there any softening in your market or is there any changing investor preferences that you've noticed here in the last 12 months? You'd say, Hey, that's something we, that should be discussed. [00:06:11] Tomas Sulichin: Well, I mean, interest rates and commercial real estate really go hand in hand. So that's something that we were coming off of historically low interest rates. I mean, we were able to get loans at 3%, sub 3%, bridge loans at 4%, 5%, 6%. Right now, I mean, you're seeing that we've gone up over 150 basis points, the announcement right now that they're going to go up maybe another 75 basis points. So that's something that's definitely taken into consideration and certain deals that we're trading at historically low cap rates. We were buying, or I was seeing clients by class C multifamily add four caps or four sub caps. And. That is something that you simply can do unless you're getting a very, very low interest rate. I mean, most of the time these transactions are going to be heavily leveraged because that's the only way how to make sense out of it. Your cash and cash return is good, even though the overall return, as you would see on paper, doesn't seem so good. But right now, being that the reality is that interest rates have jumped up, we do have to make adjustments. Overall, again, I'm very bullish on the market. We're still tracking an enormous amount of deals. We're still, our phone is really ringing off the hook. The way that I analyze real estate at this point and I think anybody does is pre-COVID, post-COVID. Post-COVID, we saw Miami basically go through an accelerated growth up to the term that is almost non-sustainable. I mean, you can't have a regular market grow 30%, 40% year after year. So at certain point, you have to a little bit plateau. It has to even out, things have to fall back to normal and have growth, and it's steady big growth, but not to a level that residential rent goes from $3,000 to $6,000 or $5,500. That's not normal. So I'm actually happy to see certain corrections within the market. And then also certain properties that I think were very extremely overpriced that they're now they're getting a little bit of a price adjustment not because the market is necessarily an overall correction, just because a property that should have been $10 million, they were advertising it or trying to sell it at $13 million because of the combination of being fueled by South American investors, Northeast investors, and extremely low interest rates. So right now, I mean, we're seeing some changes, but again, overall, the picture seems very positive in our view. [00:08:33] Sam Wilson: Right. Yeah. I mean, just to recap that, we've seen explosive growth and what you're seeing is not necessarily a downturn, but just a normalization where maybe the trajectory is not straight up into the right like it has been. It might be, you know, flattening out and that's okay. [00:08:48] Tomas Sulichin: I mean, it's almost necessary. I wouldn't even say that it's okay. It's almost necessary for a market to be sustainable. [00:08:53] Sam Wilson: Right. I mean, we've printed so much money. The number is astounding that we flooded the economy with where is that extra capital going in my assessment? I would've said over the last two years, it's had a flight to assets, which is why asset prices have been, you know, skyrocketed there's been cash available. Valuations have skyrocketed. So as that starts to normalize, is that capital all been absorbed into the market? And I know I'm asking a kind of a broad question. Has it been absorbed into the market or is it something where it's just patiently waiting for opportunity? [00:09:24] Tomas Sulichin: So I think that we were at a point with the most liquidity that the world has ever seen and not only, I mean, if we look outside of real estate. I mean, you look at luxury goods and LVMH did the record year of sales in. 2021. I mean, you see a Rolex price that retails at 34,000 being sold for 150,000. You see a car that again, the MSRP is 80,000 being sold for double. So we saw just overall the effects of 10 trillion being printed, cryptocurrency going skyrocketing and stock skyrocketing, and everybody was really liquid. I think right now you're seeing a little bit of the pullback from that 'cause I mean you're seeing corrections throughout different markets, but again, I think that the investment grade of people that really buy commercial real estate is very different profile than somebody that's buying Bitcoin or somebody that's buying a Rolex watch. So you have to separate that and you can't kind of pull everything together. I see the memes, which I laugh. I'm a big social media guy. And then I was seeing the memes going like, stock market with the grim reaper, luxury goods with the grim reaper, and then followed by the real estate, like knocking on the next door. I really don't think that that's something that's going to happen because you can't just pull everything together the same way that you said, Sam, that if you look at the national news, I wouldn't get out of bed 'cause I mean, everything seems negative. Then you actually look and we look at a record, we track the sales, we track the volume and it's positive. So there has to be certain corrections and there's going to be some aftermath of $10 trillion being printed. That's the reality. And we're seeing inflation, we're seeing the feds fighting that with rising interest rates. But the reality is in the market, at least in the market that I'm in, that I'm an expert in, that we're experts in, we see a very positive picture. You see companies like Citadel relocating a thousand employees that was announced a couple of weeks ago, one of the biggest funds in the United States, Ken Griffin. So you see things like that happening month after month, which before it it was nonexistent in South Florida. We just didn't have that level of buyer, that level of company basing itself out of here. And we have companies now like BlackRock or Microsoft leasing in Brickell one after another. [00:11:36] Sam Wilson: Right. That's wild. And until that excess capital is fully priced into the market, I just don't, I mean, maybe I'm crazy, maybe I'm wrong. I just don't see asset prices declining. [00:11:47] Tomas Sulichin: I would agree with you. [00:11:48] Sam Wilson: Yeah. And that's going to take a long time to get 10 trillion kind of fully absorbed into the market and have the market accurately priced. Now, according to how much how much money is out there chasing yield. So that's really interesting. Let's talk about development and development potential risk and opportunity. What do you see on that front right now? If someone were to get into development, what do you see as the low-hanging fruit in development today? [00:12:15] Tomas Sulichin: Well, when you say development itself, I'm thinking of ground-up development, which is basically buying raw land and either entitlement or whether it's entitled and building a building. To do that, you really, I mean, that's something that's easy to say that you do. It's very difficult to do it well. So anybody could call themselves a developer and I've seen a lot of people buy lands, spend years trying to build something, and really get little to no return afterwards. And I've seen companies, I'm not even thinking about our own company, I mean, countless companies or individual do and execute that very successfully. But that takes a lot of market knowledge. It takes a big team in place, whether it's from architects to city expediters, to the right construction companies. So while development is the highest return, it's the highest risk because I mean, you have to do the most in order to get it versus trying to buy let's say an existing multifamily and reposition it or not necessarily reposition it, but do a value add deal, try to increase the rents, clean it up, maybe put some partitions, turn one-bedrooms into two bedrooms. So as anything in life, the higher the risk, the higher the return. The reality is that when you're developing ground up again, I think that you have to be very knowledgeable. My first, when we started the podcast, I mean, when I said, I'm a long way to where I want to be, I mean, my long-term expectation is to really develop deals myself, be called a developer. I could technically maybe put that in my business card, but I don't think I'm there yet. So that's how much I respect the industry and how much I respect the people that really do that well. [00:13:43] Sam Wilson: Do you see opportunity right now? I mean, is there an asset class in particular, you said man, or a type of asset, you said this is something that's missing in the market at large, that people should be focusing on you know, that maybe again would be just ripe for or just full of opportunity, you got anything on that front? [00:14:01] Tomas Sulichin: Sure. So I think, I mean, the opportunities were really, you have to put work into the building. There's certain asset classes that obviously outperform others. Multifamily was one of the strongest one, followed by industrial, which we saw huge need for logistics. I mean, at least in South Florida, we have an average price point on industrial at $200 a square foot for sales versus the national average, which is 134. So it's a very big difference of, of what's going on over here. The reality is that, but to create value, I think that you can be looking for what we call for coupon clipper deals, meaning that everything's already done, they renovated the building, or all you have to do is maybe put a little bit of paint on the facade. That's not the reality of the market, at least in a market like South Florida which is extremely competitive. And when you're in a competitive market, you really have to try to get creative and reposition an asset. A good example is last year I purchased a building, which historically was a warehouse. Then for the past, maybe 15 or 20 years, it was utilized as a church and it was being sold as a church. When we looked at it, we saw the location, which was a very strategic location next to a major highway, very close to some big points in South Florida within the Miami market. And I walked the building and I looked at it and I said, Hey, this is an industrial property. I mean, right now, I mean, they have altar and they have all these different things, but we could really turn this back into an industrial property and get substantially higher rents and higher value for the property. And we basically did that. It was a long process. I mean, it's a year process. It's not that something that you say like, oh, in two months, I'm going to change this up and then have it fully running. [00:15:38] Tomas Sulichin: So we really give ourselves a 12 to 18-month window to do something like that. But that's really how you create value to try to see an asset that maybe somebody's overlooking and then create the value reposition. When you're aiming for the sectors that are doing exceedingly well, again, you're going to be, people are, most of the time sellers are going to be asking top dollars. So if multifamily is trading very good, because everybody needs housing or industrial, there's no vacancy you're going to be paying higher money for those. So sometimes even looking at the assets that haven't performed as well, sometimes also creates additional value, whether it's hotel or whether it's retail. [00:16:16] Sam Wilson: I love it. Absolutely love it. Let's circle back to the beginning of our conversation where you said you're far from where you want to be. Let's personally find out from you what you want the future to look like and how you intend on getting there. [00:16:30] Tomas Sulichin: So again, real estate is something that I see myself working a long time in really into, I don't ever see myself retiring, maybe just switching positions or sitting at the different side of the table, but it's something that I foresee myself and even my children working into. Myself, I've been in sales for quite a long time, basically every job, I've never had a job that was salary based ever since I was 17 years old, my first job was at a mattress store for a few months, and that's when I started kind of learning sales and kind of progressed from there. So I liked sales job at the same time I really would love to see myself in the next 5 or 10 years switching more into a development position and being able, maybe it's an egotistical thing, but I would love to drive by building and look at it 20-story, 50-story, whatever it is and say, I put that there. I mean, that's going to be there well after I'm gone. So, when I say a long way from where I want to be, again, I'm in the sector I want to be. And in the business I want to be. But again, I think I, there's still a lot of room to grow and especially in a market like Miami, where you have people like Gil Dezer or Jorge Perez and these mega multibillionaires. So I always am happy of what I achieved. But I'm not a person that's ever complacent, so I'm never going to sit back and say, oh, I got a good commission. So now I don't have to show up at work tomorrow, or I don't have to show up at work for the next few months. I mean, you get a commission, you wake up the next day and go right back at it again to make sure it keeps happening. [00:17:57] Sam Wilson: I love it. I love it. Tomas, thank you for taking the time to come on the show today. You've certainly given us lots of good things to think about both from a macro market perspective and also in the Florida markets there. And just how it is that you, how you guys are taking down deals, how you guys are brokering risk you see in the marketplace. It's, yeah, it's certainly been a great conversation. I've really enjoyed it. If our listeners want to get in touch with you or learn more about you, what is the best way to do that? [00:18:23] Tomas Sulichin: So I would say it's either by email or even through Instagram. So, my email is going to be Tomas, T O M A S @relatedisg.com or my Instagram is @the_sulichin, which is very easy to pronounce and spell, but it's S U L I C H I N. So either one of those, I always look at my messages or my emails. [00:18:47] Sam Wilson: Wonderful. Tomas. Thank you for coming on the show today. Certainly appreciated [00:18:51] Tomas Sulichin: Sam. It was a pleasure to be here at any time. Thank you.
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