Podcasts about thunder mesa

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, "The Wildest Ride In The Wilderness", has been delighting Disney fans at Disneyland since 1979, with other versions created for Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World, Tokyo Disneyland, and Disneyland Paris. Imagineer Tony Baxter, carrying forward an idea from Imagineer Marc Davis called Thunder Mesa and Western River Expedition, led a team to create this pivot storytelling roller coaster, setting a new standard for Disney mountain attractions (previous ones included Space Mountain and Matterhorn Bobsleds) that have resulted in such iconic attractions as Expedition Everest and Big Grizzly Mountain Runaway Mine Cars.   In this episode, we discuss the history, story, mythology, lore, and Imagineering details for Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Disneyland, Walt Disney World, and Disneyland Paris. Be sure to follow Kelly Washington on Instagram.   Get bonus content, ad-free episodes, and more at patreon.com/imaginationskyway.   To plan a trip, be sure to work with KMV Travel.   Tag me and join the conversation below. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@imaginationskyway Instagram: www.instagram.com/imaginationskyway Facebook Group (ImagiNation): https://www.facebook.com/groups/imaginationskyway Facebook: www.facebook.com/imaginationskyway TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@imaginationskyway  Threads: https://www.threads.net/@imaginationskyway Twitter: www.twitter.com/skywaypodcast Email: matt@imagineerpodcast.com  How to Support the Show Share the podcast with your friends Rate and review on iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-imagineerpodcasts-podcast/id1244558092 Join our Patreon Group - https://www.patreon.com/imaginationskyway Purchase merchandise - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/imagineer-podcast?ref_id=8929 Enjoy the show!

Join us on this episode where we discuss the backstory to Frontierland in Disneyland Paris, basing itself on the fictional Western town of Thunder Mesa. 

 Len Testa & Jim Hill start this week's show by deep-diving into the changes the Disney Parks are about to make to their DAS policy. They also continue their look back at WDW's Tomorrowland Throughout this episode, listeners will learn about: How many episodes of “Law & Order: SVU” has Ice-T appeared in to date What were Disney Legend John Hench's concerns about the version of World Showcase that was almost built next to WDW's TTC How long did it take the team at WDW's Food Labs to create that translucent fruit that was served aboard the “Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser” When was Phase One of “Project Florida” originally supposed to end construction How tall was Thunder Mesa (i.e., the table-top mountain that was supposed to house WDW's “Western River Expedition” ride) supposed to be Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 Len Testa & Jim Hill start this week's show by deep-diving into the changes the Disney Parks are about to make to their DAS policy. They also continue their look back at WDW's Tomorrowland Throughout this episode, listeners will learn about: How many episodes of “Law & Order: SVU” has Ice-T appeared in to date What were Disney Legend John Hench's concerns about the version of World Showcase that was almost built next to WDW's TTC How long did it take the team at WDW's Food Labs to create that translucent fruit that was served aboard the “Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser” When was Phase One of “Project Florida” originally supposed to end construction How tall was Thunder Mesa (i.e., the table-top mountain that was supposed to house WDW's “Western River Expedition” ride) supposed to be Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How many ideas for Big Thunder Mountain are simply recycled old ones? In this episode of Distory, we keep chugging along in our Big Thunder Mountain series as we start by saying goodbye to Mine Train Through Nature's Wonderland (but not before we learn a few lost concepts in an attempt to save it, some of which we see today in the current Big Thunder). After tearing down Cascade Peak and mentioning where a few of the animals made a new home, we hop over to Walt Disney World to learn about the largest never-built show structure in Disney's history, Thunder Mesa. After some twists and turns on a (boring?) version of a runaway mine train, we roll to a stop as Tony Baxter takes the reins from Marc Davis and sketches the first concepts for the Big Thunder we know it today (well, before it was shelved and then built elsewhere). We take a rabbit trail to Pirates to debate what park wears it best, and Kirk derails Kate's transitions as he recovers from climbing Everest on the Swiss Family Treehouse. Join us LIVE on TikTok every Friday at 5:30pm Pacific/8:30pm Eastern for more Distory! Kate: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@disneycicerone⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Kirk: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@walruscarp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can also find us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠disneycicerone.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠walruscarp.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ View 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 Stickers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Kate's books on Amazon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WalrusCarp T-shirts & Merch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/disneycicerone/support

How are the Beatles, Michael Jackson, & Hocus Pocus connected to Disney's Phantom Manor in Paris? Welcome back, foolish mortals, for a journey into the complicated backstory and history of Phantom Manor in Disneyland Paris! In this episode of Distory, we discuss the concepts, story, music, narration, inspiration, and origins of this iconic spooky attraction. We also dig deep into the background of Walt Disney World's Thunder Mesa (and Marc Davis's disappointments) and how it influenced the design of Frontierland for the Imagineers. Along the way, we experience a vibraslap, drum up some sympathy for the various suitors for Melanie Ravenswood (with hilarious names), and discuss the irreplaceable (yet replaced) Vincent Price, who felt right at home in the Phantom Manor. Well, most of the time. Join us LIVE on TikTok every Friday at 5:30pm Pacific/8:30pm Eastern for more Distory! Kate: ⁠@disneycicerone⁠ Kirk: ⁠@walruscarp⁠ You can also find us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and at ⁠disneycicerone.com⁠ & ⁠walruscarp.com⁠ View 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 Stickers⁠ ⁠WalrusCarp T-shirts & Merch⁠ Books we mention in this episode: The Haunted Mansion: Imagineering a Disney Classic Marc Davis in His Own Words Disneyland Paris Phantom Manor Decrypted Kate's books on Amazon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/disneycicerone/support

The best Disney attraction was one that was never built, but did leave pieces of its legacy in almost all of the Disney Parks. In this episode of Distory, we discover the planned (but never created) Western River Expedition and its heartbreakingly incredible home of Thunder Mesa, the missing mountain of Frontierland in Disney World's Magic Kingdom. We'll walk step-by-step though Marc Davis's concept for this ride, as well as where some of those concepts ended up when the attraction was scrapped. Kate's new book A Glimpse of the Magic: Finding Ourselves in the Disney Story is now available on Amazon HERE! Join us LIVE on TikTok every Friday at 5:30pm Pacific/8:30pm Eastern for more Distory! Kate: @disneycicerone Kirk: @walruscarp You can also find us on YouTube, Instagram, and at disneycicerone.com & walruscarp.com View full video versions of each episode HERE Distory T-shirts and Stickers WalrusCarp T-shirts & Merch Books we reference in this episode: Marc Davis: In His Own Words --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/disneycicerone/support

Thunder Mesa, une ville fictive située à Disneyland Paris, dans la zone de Frontierland, et sûrement l'un des lieux les plus riches en storytelling ! Partez à l'aventure dans une histoire pleine de rebondissements, entre conquête de l'Ouest, histoire de famille et esprits frappeurs ! Réalisation du podcast et Graphic / Motion Design : Benjamin Noisette Musique d'introduction : Owlunight Histoire d'Attraction est un podcast audio vulgarisateur gratuit sur l'histoire des parcs d'attractions et ce qu'ils veulent nous raconter. Rejoignez le podcast sur les réseaux sociaux ! Facebook et Instagram : @histoiredattraction Contact : histoiredattraction.contact@gmail.com Sources de documentation pour cet épisode : “Phantom Manor - L'Attraction décryptée” par Jérémie Noyer et Mathias Dugoujon (Livre) “Il était une fois les Imagineers, les visionnaires Disney” produite par Leslie Iwerks (Série documentaire disponible sur Disney+) Parcs & Loisirs Magazine N°2 dirigé par Maxime Guény (Magazine) https://disney.fandom.com/fr/wiki/Haunted_Mansion https://www.designingdisney.com/parks/disneyland-paris/disneyland-park/frontierland/background-story-thunder-mesa/ Musiques utilisées : "Bama Country" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Evening Melodrama" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) icensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Evening of Chaos" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "In The West" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Lost Frontier" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Night of Chaos" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Pennsylvania Rose" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "River Valley Breakdown" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Wagon Wheel" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Jake Johnson is a professional model maker, layout builder, kit designer, and former Senior Dimensional Designer for Walt Disney Imagineering. In his last appearance on the Thunder Mesa Limited, we […]

Sam Towler is back for a second appearance on the Thunder Mesa Limited.  When we last chatted with Sam, he was still with Walt Disney Imagineering and caught up in the mess of pandemic furlows and park closures. Post WDI, he returns to talk candidly about his experiences there, from highs like making models and […]

Join me as I welcome amazing miniature sign artist Chris Raley to the Thunder Mesa Podcast. Chris is the mad maker behind Route 9 Signs, and in this episode, we chat about the creative process, the value of making models. the many pitfalls of gatekeeping in creative communities, and why the heck he hasn't built […]

The Thunder Mesa Limited Podcast is back! We're kicking off season 2 chatting with the amazingly talented Jason Jenson of Jason Jenson Trains. We cover everything from HO scale freelancing and science fiction modeling, to choosing projects and avoiding burnout. Thanks for listening, amigos! Dave Jason Jenson on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwtCiywyxpf5ed785KbAAQA Jason Jenson on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonjensentrains/ […]

Soundscapes: A Rainy Day on Tom Sawyer Island Follow along with the show notes below! Want More Here With The Magic? Visit The Website: https://herewiththemagic.com Watch Here: https://www.youtube.com/HereWithTheMagic Watch the companion video to this podcast Here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b3BUvKpcjQU Connect on Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/herewiththemagic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herewiththemagic/ ----- (2:48) Along the serene Rivers of America and nestled on the grassy banks, there is an island hidden in the heart of the marshy wilderness. Most who explore the tumbleweed town of Frontierland on the opposite shore spare little more than a glance for the landscape beyond, but we who have known its Magic head for the docks at the edge of Thunder Mesa, eager to board a raft headed for the outskirts of Tom Sawyer Island.  There is something spiritual, a palpable shift that happens when we board our river raft and leave the mainland of the Magic Kingdom behind. It is a sense of intentional departure…a quest!  We are embarking on an adventure into the sovereign state of childhood daydreams, where boundless imaginations and inexhaustible summer afternoons meant uninhibited exploration. It is a place where we are invited to remember what it felt like to wonder so expansively, to wander so freely and fearlessly, creating worlds far more rich with possibility than the ones we inhabited.  Arriving at Huck's Landing, we find ourselves standing on an unassuming wooden dock overlooking the sprawling Kingdom beyond. Suddenly, in a place where every detail has not been contrived for us, our imaginations whir into action, imposing context and stirring memories to fill in these very deliberate gaps.  (6:36) Winding pathways and lush, overgrown trees entice our curiosity, and even the steady rainfall could not squelch that delight so reminiscent of youth. Jump in a puddle - we dare you! It's good for the soul. Around Here, a rainy day only adds to the mystery and excitement, and we have a feeling we're about to encounter plenty of both. (8:30) Named for the man who penned the tales of Tom Sawyer and his friends, Fort Langhorne pays tribute to Samuel Longhorn Clemens, more popularly recognized by his pen name: Mark Twain. A fortress accessible only by suspension bridge, Fort Langhorne holds surprises around every corner.  (15:06) Inside the fort, we spot a horse barn and stables, complete with groomers keeping the animals snug and dry inside. But we who are fearless in the face of danger (and puddles) climb to the top of Fort Langhorne, scouting our trail from the lookout points and wending our way back down through the secret escape tunnel.  On our way back and halfway across Superstition Bridge, we are met by breathtaking views of the Magic Kingdom. Here, we catch a  glimpse of how far we've traveled, castaways onto the island of eternal youth.  (29:00) Back on the main island, it seems that Tom and Huck have anticipated the arrival of kindred explorers, and have put up some very helpful sign posts to direct us this way and that. “Barrel Bridge,” “Tom and Hucks Way,” and “The Other Way” leave a lot to the imagination, but as we're guests on the imaginative playground of those two characters, it seems only fitting that we follow their sound advice. Plus, finding a quiet moment to take in a beautiful view is always our inclination, so off to the Barrel Bridge we go! (30:55) A waterside pathway along the Rivers of America, a vista of still more captivating views of Liberty Square and Frontierland stretches out before us. Jutting out into the water and creating the illusion that we are held between one world and the next, this is perhaps the most serene spot in the entire park. We are neither a part of the scene nor disconnected from it. We are simply Here, held in a suspension of disbelief, a suspension of time and reality that engulfs us so entirely in the moment, we might remain for hours or even days without losing a single second. (31:09) As if more tranquility could not be contained in a single space, we stumble upon a waterfall trickling down a hillside, a sort of creek flowing in cadence with the rain, an entrancing sort of elemental rhythm to slow our pace and give us pause. We hear the distant echo of the Liberty Belle setting sail for its sightseeing voyage, and not for the first time today, the image of a life spent blissfully in this riverbank paradise flickers across our minds like a sepia-toned memory of a reality that never was.  (34:00) It is this moment, more than our arrival or any we have experienced so far, which sets the tone for the rest of our journey. It is through this lens, a sort of extended release joy, through which we watch the delighted explorers wending their way through Scavenger's Fort, their wonder enlivened with every new discovery and winding wooden trail. It is Here, in this mindfulness, that we watch an Ibis rest serenely at the edge of the creek, not wanting or worrying for anything at all.  Who'd have thought that Here, on this playground inspired by Mark Twain's exuberant imagination, we would find incontrovertible peace. Magic, some might call it.  (38:34) And speaking of Magic, perhaps the most spellbinding space we'll encounter on this island is not for the faint of heart (nor the helplessly claustrophobic). Old Scratch's Mystery Mine is a feat of engineering, optical illusion, and a place only an imagination sustained by youth could conjure. At the dark and ominous entrance to the cavern, Tom Sawyer himself has left us a note, advising that we “keep a sharp eye out” and “dont stop for nuthin” as we call upon our courage and wander inside. Along narrow pathways we meander, our curiosity quelling any apprehension. (39:15) Up ahead, we spy a waterfall which seems to have spared no thought for such concepts us “gravity,” streaming ever upward and catching the light of dozens of glittering jewels waiting to be mined. A dazzling treasure, to be sure, but not the most priceless one we've found on our excursion to Tom Sawyer Island. Our minds retreating to what other quiet moments of joy our journey might have in store, we find reprieve from the cave's confinement in the wide open space outside and the refreshing rainfall still falling all around us. (41:19) Potter's Mill stands sentinel on the edge of the Rivers of America, charming and quaint and beautifully preserved in time. Home to several songbirds who undoubtedly have found a haven in the rafters from the “some no good” who scared them away from the grist mill nearby.  (44:40) All at once retrieved from our reverie by the unmistakable clickety-clack of a runaway mine train and the even more recognizable screams of mingled fear and delight, we give way once more to that unguarded inquisition, and set off in pursuit of one last, daring adventure.   (46:57) Spelunking through the Cave of the mysteriously elusive “Injun Joe,” we find a hideout sporting a fascination of fossils embedded into stone walls, which jut out and reach toward the ceiling in the oddest formations that almost resemble...faces?  An eerie whistle of wind creeps through the cavern, and a bridge over a bottomless pit seems the only way through, the most bracing test of our courage thus far. Though, some satirical jungle cruise skippers might speculate that the return to civilization is far more foreboding.  (49:47) And so we pluck up our courage for that great feat, and head back out into the drizzle, which seems to have lightened during our cave exploration. Harper's Mill seems to thrive on a more pervasive deluge, its water wheel churning around and around the grist mill in ceaseless earnest, collecting what it can from the low, gray clouds.  A quintessential scene of the old, deep south, this scene calls to mind sprawling front porches and slow harmonica serenades. We can picture ourselves rocking away until the stars scatter the countryside sky, sipping sweet tea and listening to the childhood tales of generations.  And as the Liberty Belle churns along the Rivers of America, sightseers enamored by the quaint little island they'll only ever know from afar, we wear the secret of this place like a smile. Suddenly, the idea of leaving this place is not met with fretful hesitation. It's not truly goodbye, after all, but “see you real soon.”  (51:00) Like a farewell to a lifelong friend, not unlike what Tom and Huck might exchange at summer's end, we know we'll meet again someday. When that day comes, we'll pick up right where we left off (and maybe, finally, finish whitewashing that fence). For now, we've got a blissful afternoon full of memories to see us through, a wonderland of wandering to embark upon in our imagination.  In the story that unfolds in every orifice of Tom Sawyer Island, we have found a place held for us in each chapter. For those of us who seek Magic in the mundane…this is our escape to Neverland, our quiet moment of suspension and joy. 

Model Maker and themed entertainment professional James A. Powell joins us for the final episode of the Thunder Mesa Limited's 1st season. Our talk covers everything from Malcolm Furlow's San Juan Central, to Magic Wheelchairs, to dream projects and the joys of making.

Inventing a Fictional Railroad Join me as I chat with Robert Kurner, creator of the Adventureland themed Typhoon Lagoon Railway. We get insights into the art, science, and all-around madness of inventing a model railroad prototype like Typhoon Lagoon – plus some startling late night discoveries working 3rd shift with Disneyland's horticulture department. We also […]

The Art of Model Railroading Jake Johnson is back for a second appearance on the Thunder Mesa Limited, and this time our conversation is all about the art of model railroading! We talk about how and when to use forced perspective, color choices for scenery and structures, backdrops, how to choose a scale that's right […]

Who haunts Ravenswood's Manor. In this week's episode, we dive into the secrets and lore surrounding Disneyland Paris' Phantom Manor in Thunder Mesa. 

Former Disney Imagineer Ray Spencer is back for a second appearance on the Thunder Mesa Limited. This time we talk everything from pirates on Tom Sawyer Island, to Tomorrowland, the PeopleMover, and the value of aspirational “edutainment.” “I like projects that are responsible; that people can take something away from… in terms of knowledge and, […]

Brandon Kleyla is a former set decorator and creative for Walt Disney Imagineering, where he helped to create the now famous “Trader Sam's” brand with locations in both Anaheim and Orlando. I had a great time laughing and chatting with Brandon about Trader Sams and the other projects he's had a hand in, as well […]

Join me for a wide ranging conversation with former Disney Imagineer Jim Shull! Jim is a 33 year veteran of Walt Disney Imagineering and we delve into the highlights of his career from Mickey's Toontown to Shanghai Disneyland. Along the way, we tackle questions like why Shanghai doesn't have a railroad, what it's like to […]

Let's talk about Disneyland! The host and creator of Fresh Baked Disney joins me for an insightful discussion about the Happiest Place on Earth. David has been covering the ins and outs of Disneyland for 9 yeas as a near full-time Disney vlogger and gives his unique perspective on the park and where it might […]

Join me for episode 5 of the Thunder Mesa Limited Podcast and a great conversation with Disney Railroading historian, Michael Campbell! Michael is a leading authority on Walt Disney’s railroading interests and has produced museum exhibits, presentations, and collectables on behalf of Walt’s Barn and the Walt Disney Family Foundation. We talk everything from Disneyland […]

Join me for a fun and informative conversation with professional model maker, Sam Towler! Sam is the multi-talented young man behind the Nature’s Wonderland model at Walt’s Barn in Griffith Park, and has worked with Walt Disney Imagineering on recent high-profile projects like Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, Pixar Pier, and Tokyo’s Fantasyland expansion. Here’s a […]

This week, we discuss the news about Disneyland expansions, take a silly international quiz, and then give our city-themed parks some outdoorsy attractions. First up, Jim builds a fake mountain with some rides in and around it. Never seen that before, huh? Then, Scottye gives his guests a nice calm place to clean themselves up after a long, hard day in Party Town. Apologies for the lateness of the episode and any potential audio bugs that may be present in this episode. Everything will be perfect next week. That may or may not be a spoiler alert.

Welcome to the DLP Clubhouse, your compass to the wonderful world of DLP. To day we will be Delving into the best land ever! Disneyland Paris' Frontierland. We will go into it's creation and the lore that comes with it.Have fun with our first Disneyland Paris story time as we read to you the story of Thunder Mesa!

Hello and welcome to The Enchanted Ears Podcast! Your place for anything and everything Disney. This week is a weird one since we have 2 episodes. Disney News was supersized due to the investors' meeting, so it gets its own show. Hooray!!   We were so lucky this week to talk to Disney Historian Chris Smith. (How cool is it to be described as a "Disney Historian"?) He gives us the DL on so many things Disney from unbuilt attractions to things you would likely miss at Pecos Bill's to a deep dive into the attic scene on Haunted Mansion. We talked about the Russia pavilion, Fire Mountain, Thunder Mesa, and so much more!   Thank you so much to Chris for the awesome interview! Be sure to check out his latest book, Magical Half-Century: Stories Celebrating Walt Disney World's First 50 Years, or his other books, The Walt Disney World that Never Was and Backstories and Magical Secrets of Walt Disney World Volumes I and II.    We'll see you next week! Byeeeee!   Check us out on Facebook and Youtube or submit a question/topic for us to discuss on a future episode or support us on Patreon.

In the 18th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave do a quick recap of returning home from their Cancun adventures, including Dave's saga at the Waffle House. Then, author Christopher E Smith joins the show to talk about everything from Disney attractions that never were, like Roger Rabbit and Thunder Mesa, to what's there now, like Pirates.  

Park goers often reminisce about their favorite extinct attractions, but what about the attractions that never made it out of the planning phase? Your hosts, Courtney and Emily, find these “lost” attractions in Christopher E. Smith’s book “The Walt Disney World That Never Was: Stories Behind the Amazing Imagineering Dreams that Never Came True.” Visit Israel in World Showcase, laugh with Kermit at Muppet Studios, and discover the wild west in Thunder Mesa. Dare to imagine what Walt Disney World Resort could have been if there was enough pixie dust to build these never seen attractions.  Review Book of the Mouse Club on iTunes and Google Play and send any questions, comments, or suggestions to the hosts at bookofthemouseclub@gmail.com .  Follow Our Reading Journey On Social Media! Official Twitter and Instagram: @BookoftheMouse Courtney: Instagram @greatguthsby and Twitter @Courtney_Guth Emily: Instagram and Twitter @emily_mickde  Christopher E. Smith : Twitter @csmithdisney  Author Website: www.chrissmithbooks.com  Buy his books on Amazon here!

Join two adult daughters as they do-si-do around the wildest ride in the wilderness, Tony Baxter's baby, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. Covering the versions from Disneyland, Magic Kingdom, Tokyo Disney, Disneyland Paris, and even Grizzly Gulch, we discuss the ups and downs of our favorite attraction. Support the show (http://www.patreon.com/1313harborthepodcast)

We're back!!! its been a little while since we caught up in the Speakeasy, but tonight we're drinking some Stranahan's Colorado Whiskey and High West American Prairie as we discuss the master of the Thunder Mesa, Barnabas T. Bouillon.  “If you came here to learn, drink what you have learned.  If you came here to share, share what you drink. If you came here a stranger, may you exit as a friend; and if you came here for and adventure, drink up!” Facebook Group The B-S.E.A. Whiskey Glass

"The Dubs" #189 - Thunder Mesa!  Villains Mountain! Fire Mountain!  The Great Muppet Movie Ride!  Author Chris Smith discusses his book "The Walt Disney World That Never Was"...HOWEVER...we had so much material that we couldn't contain it to one show.  In this episode, we touch on the Magic Kingdom and Hollywood Studios That Never Was.  We hope you enjoy the show!  Thank You for downloading and listening to Show #189 of The Dub Dee Dub Revue.  If you enjoy listening to The Dub Dee Dub Revue and would like to help out the show, please consider donating to our Patreon campaign at www.patreon.com/thedubs We sincerely appreciate your support! The Dub Dee Dub Revue can be found almost ANYWHERE podcasts are heard!!  To find us most easily, checkout Spotify, Apple Podcasts (iTunes), Stitcher, Tune In Radio, Google Play Music, iHeartRadio, Overcast, Player FM, Pod-O-Matic, Pocketcasts, Podcast Addict, Soundcloud, and on our own site TheDubDeeDubRevue.com.   Also, Please be sure to subscribe to the show to get the latest shows delivered directly to your podcast feed.  AND visit us on Twitter @dubdeedubrevue, like our Facebook page, and checkout our Instagram page @thedubdeedubrevuepodcast. Lastly, Thank You to our sponsors for making this show happen:  The Theme Park Brothers on YouTube (themeparkbrothers.com)  Made to Order Mickey Ears (magicalmaradesigns.com) and Disney Vacation Club Resales and Point Rental (DVC-Rental.com & buyandselldvc.com)  We appreciate your support...AND...as always, we appreciate YOU spending a little of your time with us.  We know that you have lots of options for Disney-based podcasts, but for including us...Thank You!

Thank you for downloading the Thirty20Eight, a show about Disney history and Disney listory. This week, Matt and Kevin look at how an idea for Frontierland at Walt Disney World finally took root 20 years later in Disneyland Paris. Enjoy!

Le plancher craque, les portes tremblent, les volets claquent, un frisson vous transperce : oui, le manoir Ravenswood a enfin ouvert ses portes. Oserez-vous vous y aventurer ? Aurez-vous le courage d'affronter les étranges changements qui ont pris place ? Il va bien falloir vous décider. Pour cet épisode consacré exclusivement à Phantom Manor, nous recevons Victoire de Chronique Disney, dont elle anime le podcast, et Alex, taulier du site Secrets Disney. On remercie également DizActu de Main Street Actu et Mr Fog, qui n'a aucun lien avec le Fantastic Mr Fox, mais qui est fantastique quand même, pour leur participation à ce podcast. Ce numéro fait "un peu" office de suite au n° 25, qui était consacré à Phantom Manor dans sa première version, sa conception ainsi que Thunder Mesa plus généralement. Il n'est pas nécessaire d'avoir écouté l'un pour profiter de l'autre, mais à vous de décider : RQDYP Podcastic Universe ou pas ?   Retrouvez Victoire sur Twitter et dans ses podcasts Adapte-moi si tu peux et Chronique Disney, et Alex sur Twitter ainsi que sur Secrets Disney.      Rien que d'y penser est un podcast bimensuel indépendant disponible sur iTunes (pensez aux étoiles !), Google Podcasts, Spotify, Deezer, Podmust (cliquez sur la flèche !) Podcloud, Stitcher, Tunein, Castbox, Podcast Addict et bien d'autres fournisseurs de podcasts ! Retrouvez-nous au quotidien sur Twitter @Rienquedypenser, @naglaglasson, @eParcurien.   Questions, remarques, envie de passer dans le podcast ? Go > http://rienquedypenser.com/index.php/des-question-sur-dlp-ou-sur-le-podcast-contactez-nous/

Tijdens deze aflevering nemen we je mee in het verhaal achter Phantom Manor en Thunder Mesa, kijken we naar de toekomst van Toverland en wat vinden we van extreme fans?

Nic and Paul are back to discuss the latest news before discussing Thunder Mountain and how it's 2 biggest attractions are linked by Henry Ravenswood

Par Quel Épisode Commencer Mon Podcast - Rien que d'y penserComme annoncé sur Twitter, Podcastéo va vous aider à découvrir de nouveaux podcasts cet été.Chaque jour pendant tout le mois de Juillet, un créateur va vous expliquer par quel épisode commencer son podcast.Et pour cet épisode, naglaglasson et éParcurien, vont vous proposer les épisodes 16 (sur l'investissement dans le Parc Walt Disney Studios), 21 (sur Solo, le film) et le dernier (Thunder Mesa et l'attraction fantome)Retrouvez tous les podcasts présentés sur Twitter avec le hashtag #PQECMPEt sur le site podcasteo.fr Voir Acast.com/privacy pour les informations sur la vie privée et l'opt-out.

ENFIN ! Enfin un épisode sur Phantom Manor, actuellement en cours de réhabilitation, et qui ne rouvrira qu'en janvier. Mais qu'est-ce qui rend cette attraction aussi mythique, riche et profonde et avant-gardiste ? Quelle est son histoire ? Par quels secrets celle-ci se manifeste-t-elle ?  Que peut-on attendre de son futur ? C'est avec Alex de l'excellent site Secrets Disney que l'on décortique tout ça et que l'on vous conte toute l'histoire de Thunder Mesa, de Martha, Mélanie et Henry Ravenswood, de l'oiseau tonnerre, du fort Comstock, et d'un univers digne d'une série de films.   Voici le fan comic qu'Alex évoque dans le podcast.   Le podcast est désormais disponible sur Spotify !   Rien que d'y penser est un podcast IGN France disponible sur iTunes (pensez aux étoiles !), Google Podcasts (on est en top !), Spotify, Deezer, Podmust (cliquez sur la flèche !) Podcloud, Stitcher, Tunein, Castbox,  Podcast Addict et bien d'autres fournisseurs de podcasts ! Suivez Alex sur Twitter @secretsdisney ! Retrouvez-nous au quotidien sur Twitter @Rienquedypenser, @naglaglasson, @eParcurien et @IGNFRA.      

Thanks for downloading WEDWay Radio. This is the Disney history show. This is the follow up to episode 1 - The Western River Expedition. On this episode we pose this question to our listeners and discuss the answers: Would you rather have the entire Thunder Mesa area including the Mine Train, Pack Mules, Walking Trials and The Western River Expedition at Walt Disney World or what would eventually come to occupy and replace that area and budget money - Pirates of the Caribbean, Splash Mountain and Big Thunder Mountain? Why? Enjoy!

Thank You for downloading WEDWay Radio. This is the Disney History Show. This is the Final Season of WEDWay Radio and this is episode 1. On this episode we explore the greatest attraction to never be built. Thunder Mesa and The Western River Expedition. To set the stage we take a look at the Magic Kingdom on opening day, the types of attractions that were present. We discuss Marc Davis, the man responsible for Thunder Mesa. Learn what the Western River Expedition was going to entail, and finally we discuss why the Western River Expedition was never built. Enjoy this Kick-Off epsidoe as we bring you the greatest season of WEDWay Radio yet. Enjoy!

WDW Radio # 423 - Disney Legend Marc Davis In my continuing series where we highlight the life and legacy of Disney Legends, this week I invite you to join me as we take a close look at the amazing work of Marc Davis. Walt Disney’s “Renaissance Man,” his work in animation and the theme parks while at Imagineering is some of the most recognizable, remarkable, enduring and loved by generations of Disney fans. We’ll explore not only his accomplishments, but never-built theme park concepts like Thunder Mesa, and where you can find tributes to Marc in the parks. Join WDW Radio NATION and help support the show! http://WDWRadio.com/support New Walt Disney World Trivia Contest Watch and chat during our LIVE WDW NewsCast Wednesdays at 7:30pm ET at http://WDWRadioLIVE.com. Upcoming WDW Radio Disney meets, On the Road events and more! Get dates and locations on our Events page http://WDWRadio.com/Events Save Money on your next Disney vacation with my new book 102 Ways to Save Money For And At Walt Disney World, and get 40 FREE things to do, eat, collect and enjoy as well. Get your copy now at http://Disney102.com Sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of the WDW Radio show. Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in next week! - Lou Mongello http://LouMongello.com ------------------------------------- Show Notes, Links and Comments: http://WDWRadio.com/podcasts Get the NEW Tomorrowland Walt Disney World Audio Tour at http://WDWRadio.com/Tomorrowland Call the Voicemail with a question, comment or "Hello!" from the parks - 407-900-9391 THANK YOU for your support by voting WDW Radio Best Travel Podcast for 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014! ------------------------------------- Visit http://WDWRadio.com for our Disney blog, videos, events and more! Twitter: http://Twitter.com/LouMongello Facebook: http://Facebook.com/WDWRadio YouTube: http://YouTube.com/WDWRadio Instagram: http://Instagram.com/LouMongello.com Pinterest: http://Pinterest.com/LouMongello

Episode 3 is all about Phantom Manor! We discuss the past, present and future of the attraction, which sends you to the underworld of the mining town Thunder Mesa. The post Episode 3: Phantom Manor appeared first on Magical Disneyland Paris.

Episode 3 is all about Phantom Manor! We discuss the past, present and future of the attraction, which sends you to the underworld of the mining town Thunder Mesa. The post Episode 3: Phantom Manor appeared first on Magical Disneyland Paris.