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Friend of the show and correspondent Joseph Zakrzewski joins us this week with a very special report! ✨Joseph recently toured the legendary Disney Studio Lot as part of a D23 event — walking the same halls Walt Disney once walked and even stepping inside his historic office. Plus Soarin' over Chicago? We'll talk about Flyover this week on The Hyperion Hub!For more information about Flyover visit experienceflyover.com.Hosts John Alois, Shawn Degenhart and John Redlingshafer would love to hear from you! Email or send a recorded audio message at podcast@thehyperionhub.com. Find us on social media. The Hyperion Hub is not affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its subsidiaries. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php/?id=100063622463796 https://www.instagram.com/hyperion_hub/ https://twitter.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2FHubHyperionfile:///Users/johnalois/Library/Group Containers/group.com.apple.coreservices.useractivityd/shared-pasteboard/items/ED41A3B5-68D7-49B8-AA95-EF007C05D6A4/ca88ea8e62c2560786f3f8567fd22bbc70895c35.rtfd/
On today's show, we chat with Logan & Amanda Sekulow with CCM Magazine!CCM Magazine was founded in 1978 in the middle of the Jesus music movement and was a print magazine that was published monthly until May 2008. Since 2008 the CCM brand has continued to cover all forms of Christian music online at CCMmagazine.com. CCM provides news on Christian music artists and the CCM industry to fans, as well as extensive coverage of new artists, new music and releases, artist video interviews and song performances for fans of Christian music.Logan Sekulow is a dynamic filmmaker, producer, podcaster, and television/radio host whose creative vision has left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry. His journey began at the iconic kids' network Nickelodeon, where he honed his skills before stepping into the spotlight as the creator and host of the groundbreaking Christian music late-night show, The Logan Show. His credits as a producer and director include the feature films Jingle Smells and As Dreamers Do: The Amazing Life of Walt Disney, as well as the award-winning documentaries Welcome Home, Dick Van Dyke and God Bless Vegas. He also brought his cinematic expertise to the world of professional wrestling as a producer of the episodic wrestling series, Dojo Pro.About Amanda Sekulow: A creative powerhouse with a career spanning the music industry, broadcasting, design, and ministry, Amanda Sekulow made waves as the co-creator and co-host of What Women Binge with Melissa Joan Hart (2022–2024), a wildly successful podcast that explored pop culture, entertainment, and celebrity interviews with humor and heart.Beyond the mic, Amanda is a former Mrs. Tennessee United States (2011), and a sought-after set designer, illustrator, and creative consultant, shaping the visual identity of some of pop culture's biggest projects. Her work has recently been featured in the launch videos for Bethany Joy Lenz's Modern Vintage News and the pro-wrestling series Dojo Pro on Amazon Video. She also illustrated the children's book Proud to Be an American by Lee Greenwood.ccmmagazine.com@ccmmagchristianmusicguys.com@christianmusicguys
We're heading deep into the wilderness—and the savanna—for another round of Resort Wars, as we pit Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge against Disney's Wilderness Lodge in a Deluxe showdown of epic proportions. These two resorts share the same visionary architect, Peter Dominick, and both are masterclasses in immersive theming, craftsmanship, and storytelling. But which one delivers the stronger experience when it comes to comfort, dining, and Disney magic?From the African-inspired warmth of Animal Kingdom Lodge—with its thatched roofs, sweeping savannas, and authentic art collection—to the rustic majesty of Wilderness Lodge's Pacific Northwest design, this matchup is about atmosphere, emotion, and the little details that transport you. We'll compare everything from the crackling firelight in the grand lobby to the aroma of Boma's breakfast buffet, from serene savanna views to lakeside cabins with private hot tubs.Each round covers key categories like Theming & Atmosphere, Rooms & Comfort, Dining & Drinks, Transportation, Recreation, and Value for Money—plus, we'll share listener votes and personal memories to help declare a clear winner.Whether you're drawn to giraffes or geysers, this episode will help you decide which of these iconic Disney resorts deserves your next stay. Tune in for the storytelling, stay for the friendly debate—because in this Resort Wars, there can only be one Lodge left standing.
The Haunted Mansion gets a lot of traction this time of the year, and rightfully so. It's an amazing piece of theme park history, and one of the most iconic attractions around. But, what would it have been like had Walt Disney not passed away before it's opening? On today's show, we talk about rolly Crump's influence on the mansion, the planned-for-but-never-built Museum of the Weird, as well as 13 spooky facts you might not have known about the Haunted Mansion. Oh, and Erik has two. Oh, and we do some Disney News. Ok, that's it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
DREAM WISH PLAN - Disney Vacation Planning, Travel Tips and Hacks
A lot of families skip EPCOT thinking it's “just for adults,” but trust me, this park has so much to offer everyone. From thrilling rides and family favorites to delicious food, seasonal festivals, and some seriously stunning nighttime entertainment, EPCOT is full of magic when you know how to plan your day. In this episode, I'll walk you through: What EPCOT stands for and what makes it so unique The best rides and attractions in each area of the park Must-try food and dining spots (including festival favorites!) EPCOT's famous seasonal festivals and when to visit How to plan your perfect EPCOT day with less stress and more fun My best tips for pacing, Lightning Lanes, and dining reservations Whether you're visiting for the first time or the first time in a while, this guide will help you fall in love with EPCOT and plan a day that feels easy, fun, and completely unforgettable.
The Enchanted Tiki Room didn't just add charm to Adventureland—it changed Disney history forever. In this episode, we explore how Walt Disney and Imagineers used groundbreaking technology to bring the first audio-animatronics to life, paving the way for Haunted Mansion, Pirates of the Caribbean and beyond. What you'll hear in this episode: Walt's original idea for the Enchanted Tiki Room Why the Tiki Room is the foundation of Disney Parks How NASA technology helped make the Tiki Birds possible If you're a Disney adult who loves Imagineering stories, this is one you won't want to miss. Submit a question/topic for us to discuss on a future episode. Don't forget to check us out on: -Instagram -Facebook -Youtube Missing the smell of the parks? Check out Magic Candle Company and use code ENCHANTED at checkout to save 15% off your next order. Timestamps Welcome 00:00 The Origins of Audio Animatronics 01:58 The Start of the Enchanted Tiki Room 08:11 How NASA Made it All Possible 11:04 The Problem with a Dinner Show 18:46 Writing the Songs 22:03 Remnants of the Tea Room 23:54 Opening Day Success 26:37 Dole Sponsorship 30:18 Fun Facts 35:17 Other Versions of the Tiki Room 39:12 Trader Sam's 48:46 What Attraction Should We Cover Next? 51:09
Saviez-vous que Walt Disney ne s'est pas limité aux films d'animation et aux parcs d'attractions, mais s'est aussi improvisé urbaniste ? Son premier parc à thème ouvre ses portes en 1955, mais ça n'est qu'un parc. Walt Disney s'entoure d'ingénieurs, de chefs de projets, de dessinateurs pour inventer la ville de demain. Il la baptise E.P.C.O.T. pour Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow, est composée d'une succession d'anneaux concentriques. Les activités sont condensées dans l'hypercentre où un gratte-ciel fait office d'hôtel. Il est entouré de magasins et de lieux de loisirs. Les cercles suivants alternent logements et verdures où se trouvent les écoles, les terrains de sports et les églises. L'ensemble doit être relié par des stations de monorail, une sorte de métro aérien. Voitures et camions sont refoulés dans un réseau de sous-sols pour ne pas encombrer les rues. Futuriste, EPCOT doit accueillir les nouvelles technologies pour améliorer la vie de ses habitants. Mais Walt Disney s'éteint en 1966 avant que son rêve ne puisse devenir réalité. Dans ce récit inédit, Virginie Girod vous plonge au cœur de l'histoire d'EPCOT, la ville rêvée de Disney. (rediffusion)Au Cœur de l'Histoire est un podcast Europe 1.- Présentation : Virginie Girod - Auteure du récit : Sandrine Brugot- Production : Camille Bichler- Réalisation : Pierre Cazalot- Direction artistique : Julien Tharaud- Composition de la musique originale : Julien Tharaud et Sébastien Guidis- Edition et Diffusion : Nathan Laporte et Clara Ménard- Visuel : Sidonie ManginHébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.
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Our 5 Favorite Songs From Walt's Time We have an exciting week ahead complete with an amazing tour that will take us to many of the locations in L.A. that Walt Disney frequented. With that being the case, we are thinking a lot about the founder of the company we love so much. We also know how much you enjoy our music focused episodes. So, this week, we've decided to combine them. That's right! We're doing Our 5 Favorite Songs From Walt's Time. We'll share the music we most love from the time period when this phenomenal man was still with us. And, in true Hyperion Adventures Podcast tradition, you know we each won't have just five. We hope you'll listen along as we take a nostalgic, musical, look back at this time period. Disney Stories of the Week Once we complete the countdown of Our 5 Favorite Songs From Walt's Time, we get to the Disney Stories of the Week. In this episode, we share when you'll have your chance to preview the new show coming to Disney's Animal Kingdom Park is you're an Annual Passholder or DVC Member. We also tell you about some exciting additions coming to a guest-favorite EPCOT attraction. And we're bananas over the recently announced, family-fun sporting event coming to the Walt Disney World Resort. Certainly, that's not all. As always, we wrap it all up with tips that might help you on your next Disney vacation. If you have any comments, questions, or requests to cover a particular topic, please feel free to Contact Us! We also invite you to join the positive fun in our Hyperion Adventurers Facebook Group as well as our Hyperion Mornings on YouTube for a daily dose of live positive chat! In case you're looking to take a magical trip, be sure to visit our favorite Authorized Disney Vacation Planner. Nate with Main Street and More Travel will give you concierge-level service planning for your next vacation. Be sure to tell him, “Tom & Michelle sent me!” Thanks for listening! Cheers!
Back from southern California, not quite a Disneyland trip report but I did get to visit Walt's Garage in Garden Grove and picked up the history book Walt Disney's Garage of Dreams. This is a short history of the garage that started it all in California. (Many garages, barns, and work spaces before California) Below are some of the regulars on Art Throw Down, Follow all of them on Instagram anyway for great art and postcards in your Instagram feed: Hipstadufus, luluvision, jlynch9923, greenmosspaper, georgemailsart, state_of_the_funyun, RussRomano2021
We're going all the way back to the very beginning — opening day at each of Walt Disney World's four parks — to celebrate the attractions that started it all and are still bringing the magic today. From the charm of 1971's Magic Kingdom lineup to EPCOT's futuristic beginnings in 1982, the movie-magic launch of Disney MGM Studios (Hollywood Studios) in 1989, and the wild debut of Animal Kingdom in 1998, we are ranking the rides, shows, and experiences that have stood the test of time.We'll share opening day stats, fun facts, and a few “did you know?” surprises.It's a nostalgic ride through Disney history and a celebration of the classics that continue to define why we all fell in love with the parks in the first place. Which OG will take the top spot? Tune in to find out!
Send us a text“A Walt In The Park” with Bill BurnsCharacters in theme parks have always blown my mind. In particularly, Walt Disney Characters. I don't know where it came from, but y'all, it aint never left. I still get star struck. And ya know what is neat? I kinda spread it to my kids. Our next guest first came on a couple of seasons back, fresh after his viral sensation as Walt Disney in Disneyland. Little did Bill Burns realize just what seed he was planting. And boy did it sprout!! From Good Morning America to being personally invited to Walt Disney Studios. Oh boy, I highly recommend you falling down what is the Bill Burns Instagram wabbit hole. Yall can thank me later! Find Bill on Insta at: @billburnzcosplayThen later, we welcome back Nick Bryan CEO and Owner of Sandpipervacations.com, and Fellow gay dad and- now entrepreneur of 5 years strong, came back to chat about what he has created the past few years. Destinations across the world and vacations here at home like Disney and Virgin. We both opened up about the volatile environments our societies present today. As gay dads, as targets. How do we live our truths without being afraid? I'll tell ya. UNITITY. Slow down and take a listen. Thank you to our family of amazing sponsors! STATE FARM® INSURANCE AGENT Leigh Ann Arcuri https://ridewithla.com/ Ochsner Children's HospitalWww.ochsner.orgRouses MarkersWww.rousesmarkets.comSandpiper VacationsWww..sandpipervacations.comCafe Du Monde www.shop.cafedumonde.com The Law Firm of Forrest Cressy & James Www.forrestcressyjames.comComfort Cases Www.comfortcases.orgNew Orleans Ice Cream CompanyWww.neworleansicecream.comERA TOP REALTY: Pamela Breaux plbreaux@gmail.com Audubon Institute www.auduboninstitute.orgUrban South Brewery www.urbansouthbrewery.com
Whether you are driving or flying to Walt Disney World, I've got tips for you today. Where to stop on the way, what time to arrive, transportation from the airport, save time in security lines at MCO and more. If this is your first time at Disney World, you don't want to miss this episode. I hope you enjoyed today's show. I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @mountains_of_magic or Facebook at Fantastical Vacations by Daniele. If you would like help in planning an upcoming Disney or Universal vacation, email me at danielerobbins@fantasticalvacations.com or fill out a quote form to get started planning the magic Get A Quote Want the latest travel deals and all my tips for Disney, Universal and Cruising?Join my email newsletter Want to try fetch rewards and get free gift cards by scanning receipts? Use my code 8G48W to get 2000 points at sign up. FETCH REWARDSMy Website mountainsofmagic.square.siteMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/bring-the-funLicense code: E9BZCTS1O3JRPERX This podcast is not sponsored or supported by Fetch Rewards. Views of the host are her own.
Kiera shares specific tips for how practice owners can gain consistency, confidence, and calm in their day-to-day unsteady of chaos and surprise at the unknown. Episode resources: Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Schedule a Practice Assessment Leave us a review Transcript: The Dental A Team (00:01) Hello, Dental A Team listeners. This is Kiera and today's a fun day. ⁓ think how to get more stability and predictability in your dental practice. I think this is a zone where people don't know how to have stability, predictability, growth, and how to do that in a consistent way. so ⁓ some practices feel like it's like a freaking rollercoaster. Like your systems are wild and it's like, what? flavor of the day should I be choosing? I fix my system? Should I go for a new patient? Should I be working on my P &L? And I think that that's just like what people do. And they're like, how do I get this stability? How do get this predictability? Now I heard this quote and then I tried to find this quote. So I'm just going to tell you, because I love it. I don't know if it's real or not, but I'm just going to say it's real. They said that Walt Disney said, and I love Walt Disney and I'm obsessed with Disney, but they were able to create predictable magic with systems behind the scenes. And I think about that for practices of like, can I help you create predictable magic, predictable cashflow, predictable, ⁓ profitability, predictable, like new patients. Well, it's through the systems behind the scenes and the team that's in place. so today really working on that of like how we can go from chaos and like whack them all of like, and I feel like I do this too in my company. just so you know, I don't think anybody's ever perfect at this, but I think we can actually cut out a lot of these pieces for you to create less chaos. more predictability, more predictable magic in your practice ⁓ to give you that consistency, confidence, and calm in an owner's life rather than the chaos and the surprise and the unknown of will I be able to make it next month? Will I be able to make it in six months? I think for me as a business owner, is the hardest part of being a business owner is that unpredictability. so trying to give you more, ⁓ more predictability and stability. So if you're tired of the revenue swings, you're tired of the no show surprises, you're tired of the last minute team drama, like you're just tired and exhausted of that. This episode's for you. This is where today we're gonna really go into our mission of positively impacting the world of dentistry with tactical advice ⁓ from experts who do dentists and team consulting. We've been there, we've done it, we've done it multiple times, we've run it in our own practices. ⁓ Every single consultant on our team has had to have a proven track record of going through exactly what you go through. coming out on the other side with ease and grace. So that's what we're here for and so I'm gonna just break it down into a couple quick steps for you today of just some different things that can probably help you create some more predictability in your practice to create more stability and to get you out of that, like I said, the revenue swings and no-show surprises. Now, this isn't something that's going to come easy. This isn't something that happens overnight. ⁓ I have a sign up in my kitchen that says discipline equals freedom. This is a disciplined act. This is what the high achievers do. These are not the small practices that are doing this. And it's the, like, I feel like it's investing. Someone once told me investing is like vanilla ice cream. It's not sexy and nobody gets really excited over vanilla ice cream, but it's predictable and it's always good. And that's what I feel this is like, let's create your practice into the vanilla ice cream practice where it's not sexy. It's not flashy, but it is predictable and it's stable for you. And then from there, like add the sprinkles, add the toppings, add the chocolate. Like you can make vanilla ice cream awesome. It's a great base and a great foundation. So today I wanna help you create that in your practice. So step one is a daily and weekly rhythm. ⁓ I found that structure is something that's so paramount. Even my mom, like there were seven kids in my family and my mom had to create structure. Like I remember summertime, a lot of parents hate summertime because their kids have no structure. They enjoy school time, there's structure, there's a rhythm, there's something that they can count on. Kids go to school at this time, kids come home at this time, there's predictability in there. And so for you within your practice, let's kind of take what we do. in parenting and in growing up. And let's apply that to your practice because the same principles apply. And so having these different pieces ⁓ in place of how teams communicate, of how we review performances. So it's a cadence. Like I hate remembering things and I love cadences. just a couple key strategies on this daily and weekly rhythm would be morning huddle. And in morning huddle, morning huddle is one of my fastest ways that I'm able to create stability and structure within a practice if it's a good one. So we're looking at patient. patients, goals and priorities. And we're doing it consistently and we're looking for opportunities. So a great morning huddle, Kristy and I were talking the other day and she said, I can add 10 to 15 grand to most practices just with a great daily huddle. And I love that because I agree with you. If you use a huddle strategically, it's like, why do team members like in basketball or football, why do they huddle? They huddle to win the game and that's what your huddle should be. So we have our daily morning huddle to look for opportunities to prioritize, to align, to make sure our goals are actually where we want them to go. Then after that, we have a weekly leadership and team meetings. We're looking at our numbers, resolving obstacles. We literally teach our teams traction style ⁓ L10 meetings so that way you can run it. So we're talking about our data, any of our numbers that are off-track or an immediate issue. We teach you how to solve issues. We teach you how to rate a meeting. So they're very effective and efficient meetings using data. So we're not just sitting here like vomiting our problems. You vomit the problems, yes, but we're also going to have a strategic way of how we solve them. And then this way we're able to catch our problems earlier. So between those two things of a daily and a weekly, so we're having a daily huddle that's focused on strategy. It's focused on winning. It's focused on opportunities. And then we have a weekly leadership. So your leadership team gets together and departments. And I know you might be like, that's so many meetings. It's fine. You're welcome to do that. But I'm like, if you want to know how the big players are hitting, like I'm talking the practices I work with that are 20, 30 million annually. This is what they're doing. And at a small level on a big level, this works. When I had one team member, did leadership meetings every single week because I figured we need to start, like that's a big practices to do. That's a big organization to do. So why am I thinking I'm so small not to implement that? When you do this, you typically will see a 10 to 20 % increase in revenue and decrease in overhead. You'll increase your schedule. Like just doing this, you'll look for opportunities. Your schedule will start to get hit more consistently because we're tracking it. We're tracking it every single day. And people like don't love to talk about this, but I'm like, I also don't love working out, but I want the six pack abs. So it's choose your heart. Like would we rather sit there and like hope and pray and want to have it? Or are we going to start to put in some of these daily practices and weekly practices that work for other ones? So that way you can have more predictability. I promise you what, where your focus is, like where energy goes, focus flow, like where focus goes, energy flows. Let me get that one right. Where focus goes, energy flows. So if I'm focused on the numbers, I'm focused on the things we should be doing. I'm focused on solving problems sooner. That's where my energy is gonna go. So we're gonna start to like, if you read the book essentialism, they talk about like, don't spin your wheels on a million things, spin your wheels on the most important things and laser focus on it and get everybody rowing in the same direction, you're ultimately gonna grow so much faster. So when we're doing these little pieces, this is what it is. So I would, if I was you, add these meetings into it, but I would make sure my meetings are powerful and impactful. I wouldn't just do meetings for meeting's sake, meetings need to be done with intentionality. Number two is tracking. Leading metrics, not just lagging ones. So a leading and a lagging, I really hate these, they're really hard for me, but it's leading ones are things we have control over, lagging is the outcome at the end. So for example, like pre-appointment, how pre-appointed are our books? What's our unscheduled treatment? What's our AR aging? What's our same day conversions? What's our diagnosis rate? Like all those things are leading measures that will help us know if our outcome is going to actually get met. So if we're looking at pre-appointment, like, how many patients in our database are pre-appointed for appointments versus how much re-care and reactivation do we need to do? So it's these two things like, if I wanna schedule full, I can pre-appoint, I can reappoint, I can look at all those different pieces to make sure my schedule's full. Schedule full is the outcome, the pre-appointment, the reappointment, all of that is a leading measure that's going to help me get to my outcome. And then we wanna actually look at those. So, ⁓ and a lot of times it's like, we want to hire somebody. Well, let's think about the leading metrics that would help us. It's how many ads did we place and how many interviews did we perform? Those are things we have control over. I don't have control over if I hire somebody or not. I don't have control over the candidates that come to me, but I do have control over how many ads I place and how many interviews I perform. So let's track that versus tracking somebody being hired. Let's track how many reappointments we have and pre-appointments we have. Those are things we can control versus as our schedule full. I still want to track both. Those are still important, but we have, your team can influence the leading measures. They can't necessarily influence the lagging ones. And if we have great leading measures that we're tracking, our lagging outcomes should actually be hit. Then we look at those in our weekly meetings, not just at the end of the month. And then this way, like it's a KPI scorecard that the whole team's looking at and they're watching. So when we do this, what you find is our reappointment. Like, so in office, when they start tracking their reappointments, And we started doing it consistently. go from 80 % to 85 to 98. And people are like, but Kiera, I already do this. We're already doing it. And I'm like, great, then let's just make sure that the data proves what you're already doing and you're getting the gold stars for what you're already doing. What's crazy is when you start tracking these little things, your practice, that's gonna get a lot better. And it's crazy to how quickly it does. So if I was in your shoes, I would look at where are my gaps and where are the things that I felt, like I said, the... the schedule gaps. So what could I do if I've got gaps in my schedule that would be leading? Well, it'd be how many outbound calls did we make and how many patients did we get scheduled off those outbound calls? Those are things I can control. So this is on my re-care. Tiffanie, she used to make her practices call 50 patients a day. I am not exaggerating that. I think it was actually a hundred. Like it was so many, cause she's like the more I have to have so many outbound calls cause she had tracked it. I have have this many outbound calls in order to have my schedule stay consistently full. I can't just call when I need an opening. I need to be constantly putting those phone calls out there so patients are calling me back and I keep my schedule full. That's something. So when you're looking at like, well, I'm so tired of the cashflow dips. I'm so tired of the schedule gaps. My question is, what are you doing proactively? Like those are the systems behind the scene that create the predictable magic. I guarantee you Walt Disney's not like, you know, we should have fireworks. Well, no, there's all these systems in play before they even get to firework show. to make sure the firework show is a success. So for you looking at what are the predictable things I should be doing. So the way you break this down is what are the three big stressors I have? And then what are leading measures that I could add into place to prevent that? So instead of me looking at the end of my PNL and be like, well, shoot, I don't have money. Could you look at your bank account every single day? Could you look at your PNL every single day? could you look at your diagnosis and your production? If you want to produce a hundred grand, you've got to be diagnosing 300,000. That's something within your control. You could start to say, am I diagnosing $300,000 a month? I break that down to how many dollars I need to do a day. I watch my daily production diagnosis. I work with my hygiene team. I integrate Overjet or Pearl as AI solutions to it. That's how you can start to move this one forward for you exponentially rather than hoping and praying that we're hitting our cashflow at end of the month. That's how you start to be a more strategic, getting out of that chaos into consistency and predictability. And then step three would be like building capacity plans. when I look at this, sometimes we like, so back at the beginning, I mentioned to you, said, are you tired of the revenue swings, the no show surprises, the last minute team drama? Well, cool, this is around like the team culture and all that. So. People and time are gonna be a big piece for that. So based on our production goals and where we want to go, based on where we are currently and in the future, I need to start planning and projecting out how many team members do I need for the production? How do I have block scheduling to make sure that I'm not having like up and down months? How can I forecast out on my schedule to see when are my down months? When are my up months? When are people taking vacations? How can I proactively plan for this? And then we're going to plan PTO and hiring proactively. So when I'm projecting out with a practice, we're literally at like September. ⁓ So convenient timing of this podcast to release for you. I'm looking ahead to say, okay, let's plan out our entire year time off. When are we having meetings? What are the highs and lows? What are the peaks and valleys within our production? And how can I stabilize that? So I'm not having these huge swings in a practice. How can I either plan for providers to be there, not have as many providers off? I'm looking at past history. How can I prevent sucked timber and have slammed dunk timber? Like what are the different things when I know I've got those lows? What could I do two months earlier to make sure that I'm not having these like high and low months and then I'm proactively doing these pieces. So if I need to hire or I need to do these different, I need to have a different schedule. Like a lot of you are out two weeks in December. So why are we setting our September goal the same as our say October goal? They're not, they shouldn't be the same. You should figure out what is my goal. So if I'm trying to produce let's say 3 million, well, I'm not gonna do 3 million divided by 12 months. It's gonna set me up for massive failure. I'm also not gonna do it by 52 weeks. What I'm gonna do is I'm literally gonna look to see, let's say there's only 45 weeks that we're going to have, and let's say I'm gonna then do that by 12 months. Well, now what I've gotta do for there is if that's the case, I need to be producing every single month, okay? So what I did is I did 3 million, and I'm gonna do that by about 45 weeks, okay? Then I'm gonna divide that by 12. And I'm gonna say, all right, this is what I need to do. So my 3 million divide that by 45 weeks, that gives me 66,666 per week. Now I'm gonna divide that by four days. I need to be producing about 17,000 a day for 45 weeks. Notice I took out some of our low weeks. We have 52 weeks in a month. So I just gave you seven weeks where that's gonna hit your December holidays, it's gonna hit your November holidays, it's gonna hit your ice days in February, that's gonna hit it. And instead of just doing it haphazardly like that, you actually can proactively plan this out. We have a tool for this where you can plan this. When are people out? What do I need to do? And then based on the growth that I'm also gonna project for our business, based on my diagnosing, all these leading measures, how many team members do I need to have and when do I need to hire them? How you doing? Because that was so many words and I hope you took it and I hope you took notes on it. because what this will do is it's actually going to create a roadmap for you for next year. It's going to create a way for you to have predictability. This is going to prevent those revenue dips. We've helped you already with scheduling gaps by being with leading measures and then with your team, like staffing issues, making sure we have enough team members. If we know we are always down an assistant, rock on, let me project that out. Let me figure out what I need to produce for that. That way I can hire an additional assistant without having it be chaos on me. These types of things, if I know I've got maternity leave coming out. How can I proactively do it? What if I hired another hygienist? But I actually build this whole plan out as best as I can. Usually I do mine in September, August, September, October is when I start working on mine to have it ready to go for the next year. I always want to throw up when I look at how much it's going to be. And then I like go to work and figure out how we're going to make this happen. But that helps you be more proactive. So I would look to see these three things. One, do I have a daily and a weekly rhythm? That was the easiest thing and making sure that those have opportunities. and looking for that and strategizing with that. Then having leading indicators, not just outcomes. And we're tracking that collectively as a team and in every department. And then we're creating this strategic plan and forecasting and projecting out. So that way that's in place. Those three little things right there are going to help you have so much more stability and capacity within your practice that you will just be able to sleep better at night. Like as a business owner who's done this, as a consultant who's done this for offices, as consultants who do this for offices, these are things. that are so helpful for you. Like this is not just luck. I say create your own luck, create your own magic and do it through the systems behind the scenes. But the discipline there is required. The accountability to yourself and to your team is required. Sometimes when I listen to podcasts or I have coaches come in, I'm like, that feels hard. Well, it doesn't have to be hard. You don't have to do this on your own. Buying a practice did not mean you had to be a CEO and an operations specialist and a CFO. You don't have to do all these things. What you do need to do is hire people that are smarter than you that know how to do this. And if you don't know how to do it, it is your opportunity and in my opinion, obligation as a CEO to either figure it out or I love the book, Who Not How, who knows how to do this that can help me and my team. And then I vet them, I interview them, and then I execute and I hire them. That way you're able to grow. So if this is something that I think resonates, like you're like, I want predictable and profitable practices. I want to get rid of the stress and the chaos. want to get rid of the highs and the lows. Reach out. This is what we do. We build systems to scale and sustain. We create the predictable magic with the systems and the team behind the scenes. We teach you how to have the disciplines. We teach you how to have an effective morning huddle. You don't have to do this alone. People are always like, dentistry feels like an island. And I'm like, only if you want it to be. It doesn't have to be. You can be with all the other doctors. You can be with all the other people. We have a community of doctors that get together. We have teams that get together. We have trainings across the board. We work with your practice individually and connect you with other people so you can learn from other people. You don't have to do it. So stop guessing, start growing predictably, start having more predictability and less chaos. This is what we do. So if this feels fun for you, reach out. Hello@TheDentalATeam.com. If it feels terrifying and intimidating because you're like, feel like I should know this, drop the ego and realize it's okay. None of us know what we're doing. Everyone's in your same boat. Everyone doesn't know how to figure this out. Some choose to get help and some choose to swim it out and figure it out on their own. Both are correct methods. It's just what's method, Beth, for you. And if I was you, I would at least book the call, see what people could do and see if you could help me get more predictable, predictability in my practice. Because the biggest thing as a business owner that creates the most amount of stress are those upswings, those downswings. And when I have more stability, when I know more consistently, when I know what it's going to be, I'm able to navigate those highs and lows a lot better because I know the long-term outcome. It's not like a shotgun, like, like scatter. It's like, my gosh. It's like, all right, got it. I can weather this. And I also have somebody who can keep me stable. I have coaches and they help me keep my stability there. So reach out. I'd love to help you. Hello@TheDentalATeam.com as always. Thanks for listening and I'll catch you next time on The Dental A Team podcast.
EVERYBODY WANTS TO BE A CAT That's right back to back Walt Disney animated movies. This time it's the feline classic The Arisocats. 3 songs this time: first up is the theme song to "The Aristocats", followed up by the swaggering "Thomas O'Malley Cat", and finally the Disney compilation staple "Ev'rybody Wants to Be a Cat". Ben can't believe what he's hearing, Dietrich is poop cruising and Alex is reminiscing about VHS.Find us on Twitter, BlueSky, Instagram & Threads: @TSFTMpodLike, share and subscribe meowDid you enjoy the episode? Then please consider leaving a FIVE STAR review wherever you are listening. It means a great deal to us and makes it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Want to support us further? You can do this on Patreon from £1 ($1.50) a month: https://Patreon.com/TSFTM or via our merch store: https://TeePublic.com/user/TSFTMThank you!Timestamps:01:49 - What Have We Been Watching?04:07 - History06:18 - Movie Discussion21:26 - "The Aristocats theme" Discussion26:43 - "Thomas O'Malley Cat" Discussion32:27 - "Ev'rybody Wants to Be a Cat" Discussion37:44 - Game Time
With all of the snacks and dining options at Walt Disney World, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by the choices. Ric and Gina are here to help make it a little easier for you. This week, they're sharing their favorite and least favorite snacks at each of the Walt Disney World theme parks. They even include a few honorable mentions to make sure you don't miss out on the best of the best while enjoying your Disney vacation.Back to the Magic is the flagship podcast of 407&Beyond Vacation Co., start your Disney vacation at www.407vacations.comGet all your Disney Parks news from the official 407 Blog at https://407vacations.com/blog/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cIDM7wNqmxY
This week, a new addition to Storybook land canal boats, a casting call hints at new entertainment, Rex returns for a new party, interact with the Avengers in a different way, Josh Gad takes guests on a spooktacular ride, we finish our conversation with Brandon from Spirit Jersey, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: There has been a lot of speculation on what is happening with Storybook Land Canal Boats at Disneyland since it's refurbishment started. We finally have at least part of an answer! Between the patchwork section and Mr.Toad's section a new Rapunzel tower will rise, with wanted posters for Flynn Rider and a secluded dock with a boat inspired by the film. A trellis on the Casey Jr. bridge will feature twinkling lights and play “When Will My Life Begin?” during the day, and “I See the Light” at night. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/rapunzels-tower-coming-to-storybook-land-canal-boats-at-disneyland/ Some new live entertainment is coming to the Disneyland Resort. A casting call has gone out for seven improv actors, vocalists, movers, and dancers for a new production. They are also looking for band members to accompany the show. Submissions are open through October 17th. No word on when this show will debut or what it is. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/10/02/your-dream-job-is-now-hiring-at-disneyland/ Not too long ago, Rex from Toy Story came to Pixar Pier. He is back, but this time he is ready to party. Partysaurus Rex, which is Rex in his party outfit of a viking hat, with red lochs hanging out, and a few necklaces with colorful beads and a peace sign. You can catch Partysaurus Rex in the 2012 Pixar short Partysaurus Rex, which is part of the Toy Story Toons series. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/partysaurus-rex-meet-and-greet-dca/ There is a new way to interact, and maybe get a photo with, you favorite Avenger. There is a new “Avengers Assemble” moment in Avengers Campus where a few Avengers come out together, are introduced by the F.R.I.D.A.Y. voice over the PA, pose for a group photo in front of the Avengers' jeep, then break up to meet with guests for photos in the area. After a short time, the F.R.I.D.A.Y. voice comes back and informs them they are needed elsewhere, and they disperse. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/avengers-assemble-new-moment-avengers-campus-dca/ One of our favorite previously turned down cast members, and Disney Legend Josh Gad was back at Disneyland recently. This time, he was working the Haunted Mansion. This took place before the Holiday overlay was installed, as he can be seen talking to the caretaker, dancing with the ballroom ghosts, and much more! You might remember that Josh previously worked on the Jungle Cruise as a skipper, was a conductor on the Disneyland Railroad, and worked the Kilimanjaro Safari at Animal Kingdom in Walt Disney World. To see his experience, check out the link in our show notes. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/10/03/a-disney-celebrity-just-became-a-haunted-mansion-caretaker-and-we-are-so-jealous/ https://youtu.be/UTHSUCKCY8s?si=WHP0bZie-C41dFHb The Broken Spell Lounge at the Disneyland Hotel, which opened back in October of 2024, just now got it's permanent sign. The new sign hangs from the ceiling with a magic wand and twinkling stars surrounding the Broken Spell Lounge name. The lounge is usually open from 4pm to 10pm, with live music daily at 5:30pm, 6:45pm, and 8pm. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/10/05/better-late-than-never-something-new-just-arrived-at-a-popular-disney-hotel-lounge/ Not only is Disneyland celebrating 70 years, but so is the Mickey Mouse Club! The Mickey Mickey Mouse Club premiered on October 3, 1955. To celebrate, some new, retro-style merchandise has come to the resort. There are some classic Mickey ears, a Mickey Mouse Club Member jacket, a Mickey plush, tote bag, tee, and more! – https://www.micechat.com/424727-disneyland-news-ticket-increase-aerial-construction-photos/ In the hub at Disneyland, there are pumpkins that represent each land of the park, with a character representative. Adventureland started this Halloween season with Tarzan, but has been swapped to Jose from Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room. This change makes sense since Tarzan's Treehouse has been replaced with the Adventureland Treehouse. It is interesting that they swapped this out mid-season. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disneyland-adventureland-pumpkin-update/ We have a couple of construction updates to tell you about around the resort. First, the Disneyland Hotel security gates near the old ESPN Zone building are still closed, but the new gates are installed and should be open soon. Over in Disney California Adventure, the TWO new Avengers Campus attractions are coming along quickly. The main framing of the building – or buildings, depending on how you look at it is complete. The walls should start to enclose the structure soon. The scale of this structure is massive! – https://www.micechat.com/424727-disneyland-news-ticket-increase-aerial-construction-photos/ SnackChat: Naples Ristorante e Bar – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/downtown-disney-district/naples-ristorante-e-bar/menus/ Discussion Topic: Creative Director of Spirit Jerseys Brandon Ptasznik https://www.spiritjersey.com – Use code dlweekly10 to get 10% off brandon@spiritjersey.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Episode #412 Toni-Ann is set to return to the parks after a hiatus of almost 6 months. What is she most looking forward to on her return trip? Big Daddy will be joining her for a 4-day trip; is she experiencing any pre-return jitters? We will find out details this week on the show. www.thedisneycrush.com thedisneycrush@gmail.com www.patreon.com/thedisneycrush
Tim Chermak, founder/CEO of Platform Marketing, shares why he believes Walt Disney is the greatest entrepreneur of all time. Recorded live at the LevelUp Conference.
This week on the Mouse Minutes Podcast, Whitney + Jordan are back with a sweet and scary good lineup as we grade and review the 2025 Walt Disney World Halloween treats!From pumpkin-shaped favorites to frightfully fun new desserts, Disney has packed the parks with plenty of seasonal snacks. But which ones are truly boo-tiful, and which are better left buried?Listen in as we taste, talk, and grade our way through this year's Magic Kingdom Halloween snacks and limited-time goodies across Disney's most iconic park. Whether you're planning your fall trip or just here for the sugar rush, this episode is a wickedly fun ride through the best (and worst) of Disney's Magic Kingdom Halloween menu!. . .Mouse Minutes is on YouTube NOW! Subscribe to Mouse Minutes today and watch the live recordings of our episodes — complete with extended bonus content and behind-the-scenes fun:https://www.youtube.com/@MouseMinutesPodcast. . .Keep up with Mouse Minutes on Instagram or follow along here:(https://www.instagram.com/mouseminutespodcast). . .Listen to our other Mouse Minutes episode:Pretzel Bread Pudding at Sommerfest | Episode 067. . .Want to get some ears on your brand? Sponsor a future episode of the Mouse Minutes Podcast and reach Disney fans who love a good story, a good snack, and a good time. We'd love to hear what you've got in mind — reach out via email (mouseminutespodcast@gmail.com) and let's make some magic together!. . .Check out some of these other awesome Disney podcasts: WDW Radio, Connecting with Walt, Defunctland, Walkabout the World – A Disney Podcast, Into the Dizneyverse, Happily Ever Active
Tim Chermak, founder/CEO of Platform Marketing, shares why he believes Walt Disney is the greatest entrepreneur of all time. Recorded live at the LevelUp Conference.
Send us a textIn this episode Matt and Matt discuss the terror of the revived Walt Disney, The FINAL Nightmare, and the Horror movie roundup thus far.Weird News including The Rapture has been rescheduled, An ex dumps back, Wormin all day for records, The Bear grabs its own groceries, and the bar is open for our primate cousins. Drink up. It's time to go bananas.
We head to Magic Kingdom for a night of spooky fun at Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2025! This is one of our favorite events of the year, and this season felt bigger, brighter, and somehow even more magical than before. From the moment we stepped through the fog and heard that “Boo to You” parade music drifting down Main Street, we knew we were in for a night packed with tricks, treats, and a whole lot of fun.But first, we tried the return of Salt & Straw's Tacolate (yes, a chocolate taco filled with cinnamon-ancho ice cream!) and every spooky limited time treat from Everglazed, including the Nutella Boston Scream, Haunted Hour, and Spooky Tombstone, and we even grabbed the limited-edition Chai Sugar Showgirl Cupcake from Sprinkles — a Taylor-inspired treat that might just steal the show.Then on to MNSSHP, where we break down everything you need to know before heading to the party yourself — from ticket details and arrival times to the best tips to help you make the most of your evening. We share when to grab your wristbands, how to beat the candy lines, and which characters you'll want to prioritize early before their queues fill up. And of course, we talk all about the incredible entertainment lineup — from the Not-So-Spooky Spectacular fireworks hosted by Jack Skellington, to the Boo-To-You Parade (complete with the Headless Horseman), and the always entertaining Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular with the Sanderson Sisters.We also talk costume comfort tips (Florida heat, anyone?), and give our best advice for making the most of those precious five hours of Halloween magic. Grab your candy bag and your Mickey ears — it's time to Boo-to-You right along with us!
Join Kat and Latisha as they relive their favourite memories at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, from magical firsts to immersive attractions. The girls share their biggest tips for making the most out of your holiday and why this really is the place where memories are made. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Our 2025 Music Series pays tribute to many of the legendary Disney animators and Imagineers, who were the creative geniuses behind many now beloved Disney animated classics and theme park attractions. Each episode will chronicle the career of the featured artist's work for Walt Disney through the use of music to represent their many Disney career highlights. Episode 7 of our 2025 Music Series pays tribute to a Disney Legend in music, George Bruns,composer of many memorable Disney songs and musical scores. Download (right click / save as)Visit our on-line store for exclusive Jiminy Crickets and DisneyChris Website Merch!!!!https://jcpodcast.threadless.com/If you would like to help support the Jiminy Crickets podcasts and DisneyChris.com - Please consider becoming a Patreon Subscriber and receive exclusive rewards every month. https://www.patreon.com/c/DisneyChris
This week on the Common Folk Podcast, we sit down with the new owners of one of Nebraska's most iconic companies — the legendary Dehner Boot Company, established in 1875. Once crafting boots for the likes of General Patton, Ronald Reagan, and even Walt Disney, Dehner's name is stitched into American history.Now, it's being stitched into the future by a retired military husband-and-wife team who traded service uniforms for boot leather and business grit. They've taken on the challenge of reviving a time-honored brand while staying true to its custom-made craftsmanship and high standards — no shortcuts, no mass production, just real work with real meaning.This is Part 1 of a remarkable story about legacy, risk, and the search for the Good Life in Nebraska. It's about more than boots — it's about purpose, passion, and preserving something worth saving.Show notes & Sponsor links:Dehner Boot Co.
Itinéraire d'une cinéphile autodidacte Dans la catégorie critiquée et redoutée de la critique ciné, au sein de ce métier malmené par la concurrence des algorithmes publicitaires, Murielle Joudet fait figure de rempart, de meilleur espoir. Signature cinglante du journal Le Monde depuis 2017, mousquetaire sur France Inter du nouveau Masque et la plume depuis 2024, la journaliste et autrice parisienne est la jeune première qui monte, acerbe et bien renseignée, incollable (ou presque) sur l'âge d'or d'Hollywood. À 34 ans, l'ex-chroniqueuse au lance-flammes du magazine Chronicart, vue dans l'émission Le Cercle sur Canal+, semble déjà reconnue comme la « bad cop » du milieu, sa mauvaise conscience, à la recherche du « grand » cinéma.Mais comment cette stakhanoviste autodidacte a-t-elle formé son goût et ses dégoûts ? « Entre 17 et 24 ans, on attend que la vie commence et le cinéma est une sorte de teaser. Mais le décalage est toujours un peu décevant », dit cette lectrice de Sylvia Plath et de Pierre Michon, fan d'Éric Rohmer ou d'Abdellatif Kechiche, qui passa « religieusement » sept ans dans les salles obscures en marge de ses études de philo. « Les cinéphiles peuvent faire l'économie du dehors, comme si tous les films vus recouvraient la surface du monde, pour ne plus avoir à le voir – j'ai été comme ça, je le suis encore un peu. »Qu'a-t-elle retenu de son exposition aux princesses et sorcières de Walt Disney ? Ou de ses nuits à zapper pour tomber sur le cinéma queer de Paul Morrissey ou Les hommes préfèrent les blondes avec Marilyn Monroe, dont la pluie de couleurs et de diamants lui donna l'idée « de travailler sur les images » ? Comment cette blogueuse graphomane a-t-elle professionnalisée sa « vie intérieure hyper-trophiée » ? Ces questions sont à l'affiche de ce premier épisode, à écouter les yeux grands ouverts.L'autrice du mois : Murielle JoudetNée en 1991 à Paris, Murielle Joudet est critique de cinéma dans la presse (Le Monde), à la radio (sur France Inter pour Le masque et la plume), en ligne (dans le podcast Sortie de secours ou via l'émission Dans le film sur le site Hors-Série) ou pour la Cinémathèque française. Elle a publié quatre ouvrages qui documentent avec rigueur des façons de défier les conventions, en tant que femme, dans l'industrie du 7e art : Isabelle Huppert – vivre ne nous regarde pas (Capricci, 2018), Gena Rowlands – on aurait dû dormir (Capricci, 2021), La seconde femme – ce que les actrices font à la vieillesse (Premier Parallèle, 2022) et un recueil d'entretiens avec la cinéaste Catherine Breillat, Je ne crois qu'en moi (Capricci, 2023). Elle vit et travaille à Paris. Enregistrement juillet 2025 Entretien, découpage Richard Gaitet Prise de son Mathilde Guermonprez Montage Étienne Bottini Réalisation, mixage Charlie Marcelet Musiques originales Samuel Hirsch Harpe, flûte, clarinette, cor, basson, xylophone, timbales et gong Xavier Thiry Illustration Sylvain Cabot
Mike joins us from vacation and catches us up on his time off. Jesse details a significant Disney card sale, highlighting the excitement and process behind the Walt Disney 1 of 1 transaction. We also cover the latest news on Card Vault's expansion, discussing the implications of new locations in the sports card market. Additionally, we touch on the current state of market competition -- or lack thereof -- and what it means for collectors. Plus, Mike teases some breaking news coming on Thursday's episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Unlocking The Magic: Talking all things Disney World and Disneyland
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unlockingthemagicIn today's episode we are going back to October 1, 1971 — the day the dream came true in Florida.” We are also going to have some fun with opening day trivia and sharing your first visit memories.
We're stepping straight into the fog at Universal Orlando's Halloween Horror Nights 2025. From August 29th through November 2nd, HHN returns with 10 haunted houses, 4 sinister scare zones, pulse-pounding live shows, and a menu of spooky bites and drinks you'll only find at the event.We'll walk you through this year's lineup, including heavy-hitter IPs like Five Nights at Freddy's, Terrifier, Jason Universe, and Fallout, along with original houses that promise some of the most creative scares of the season. Plus, we'll share tips on tickets, Express Passes, and the best strategies to make the most of your night.Hungry for more than frights? We'll also dig into HHN-exclusive food and drink offerings — from pizza skulls and Death by Cheese Stick to churro “paint palettes” and sinister mocktails. Whether you're planning your first trip or you're a fog-season veteran, this episode is your survival guide to conquering Halloween Horror Nights 2025.
In this episode of The Disney Dining Show podcast, Ryno, Hannah, and Chloe are talking about some of the BEST food and drinks they have had at Walt Disney World recently. Have you tried anything worth raving about on your last trip to the parks? Let us know!Links:Important DIS links for more information!Support us on Patreon and receive exclusive content! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode, we chat with Diana Leon-Boys— Assistant Professor of Media and Cultural Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Madison's Department of Communication Arts—about her lifelong work examining the navigation of girlhood through a Latinx lens. Her book Elena, Princesa of the Periphery: Disney's Flexible Latina Girl extends conversations about minority representation and the complex relationship it has with child development. We host a dialogue between Diana's research and Henry's observations about boyhood in his book Where the Wild Things Were: Boyhood and Permissive Parenting in Postwar America. We discuss how both scholars pull from their own personal experiences growing up in America and how they interacted with their childhood media. We explore how the proliferation and production of children's and family media shape ideas of adolescence. Diana and Henry relate this back to their roles as parents within an ever-evolving media landscape where funding for educational children's content is dwindling. They further discuss how representation within media has changed over time and minority groups' relation to it. This is where Diana brings in her newer projects about depictions of Quinceañeras and Día de los Muertos in TV and films. We are left to ask what the politics of childhood are and what reforms can be done with current children's media.Here are some of the references from this episode, for those who want to dig a little deeper:Academic TextsDiana Leon-Boys:Elena, Princesa of the Periphery: Disney's Flexible Latina GirlQuinceañeras: Latinidades and Girlhood in Popular CultureHenry Jenkins:Where the Wild Things Were: Boyhood and Permissive Parenting in Postwar AmericaThe Children's Culture Reader“Just a Spoonful of Sugar: Permissive Child-Rearing and Walt Disney's Mary Poppins”“‘You've Got to Be Carefully Taught': The Whiteness of Permissive Culture”MIT Salute to Doctor SeussInterview about the bookOthers:Centuries of Childhood: A Social History of Family LifeKids in the Middle: How Children of Immigrants Negotiate Community Interactions for Their FamiliesLatina Teenhood: Intersectionalizing subjectivities in the post-network era.Crafting Public Opinion: The Effectiveness of China's Media Control Policies under Xi JinpingMade to Play House: Dolls and the Commercialization of American Girlhood, 1830-1930 Advice Books:The Common Sense Book of Baby and Child CareDare to Discipline People, Places, Toys, and HolidaysPhilippe ArièsDr. Vikki KatzDía de los MuertosQuinceañerasBenjamin SpockMargaret MeadDr. SeussFred RogersStephanie PérezRaquel Reyes [American Girl Doll]Samantha Parkington [Doll]Julie AndrewsWalt DisneyDisneyland and Disney WorldPaper DollsFDRSigmund Freud Shows, Films, and Other MediaPee-wee's PlayHouseDennis the Menace [59-63' show, Comics]Leave It To BeaverThe Cosby ShowOne Piece [Anime, Manga, Live Action]Disney+EncantoCocoSnow White [Animated, Live Action]Little Mermaid [Animated, Live Action]Chinese State Media sounded like Fox MediaRogue OneSesame StreetGordita ChroniclesBaker and the BeautyBlueyDescendants film franchiseOn My BlockWednesdayMary PoppinsSaludos AmigosHarry Potter film seriesDora The Explorer The 5000 Fingers of Dr. T.Mad Magazine Classic IllustratedGabby's DollhouseQuinceañeras episodesSuper Sweet 16Wizards of Waverly PlaceDora the Explorer NewsDefunding of PBS Quinceañeras in ProtestOne Piece Flags in Indonesia ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Share your thoughts via Twitter with Henry, Colin and the How Do You Like It So Far? account! You can also email us at howdoyoulikeitsofarpodcast@gmail.com.Music:“In Time” by Dylan Emmett and “Spaceship” by Lesion X.In Time (Instrumental) by Dylan Emmet https://soundcloud.com/dylanemmetSpaceship by Lesion X https://soundcloud.com/lesionxbeatsCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/in-time-instrumentalFree Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/lesion-x-spaceshipMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/AzYoVrMLa1Q––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
If you are a Disney World newbie, don't make these mistakes! Today I'll share 10 problems new Walt Disney World guests tend to have, and how you can avoid them. Follow along for my favorite Walt Disney World tips, and don't miss future episodes for those new to Walt Disney World. I hope you enjoyed today's show. I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @mountains_of_magic or Facebook at Fantastical Vacations by Daniele. If you would like help in planning an upcoming Disney or Universal vacation, email me at danielerobbins@fantasticalvacations.com or fill out a quote form to get started planning the magic Get A Quote Want the latest travel deals and all my tips for Disney, Universal and Cruising?Join my email newsletter Want to try fetch rewards and get free gift cards by scanning receipts? Use my code 8G48W to get 2000 points at sign up. FETCH REWARDSMy Website mountainsofmagic.square.siteMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/bring-the-funLicense code: E9BZCTS1O3JRPERX This podcast is not sponsored or supported by Fetch Rewards. Views of the host are her own.
Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey kick off October with a witchy episode of I Want That Too. From the avalanche of Wicked merchandise filling store shelves to Disney's own magical past, this week's show dives into collectibles, streaming perks, and even a long-lost Sherman Brothers project that never made it to the screen. The rise of Wicked-themed merch, from dolls and Swarovski ornaments to water bottles and Care Bears Streaming price hikes - and Lauren's clever tips to save money on Disney+, Hulu, and beyond Nostalgic returns like Disney-themed Lincoln Logs and Gentle Christmas advent calendars A tribute to Disney animator Rick Hopp and his lasting legacy The untold story of Walt Disney's planned Hansel & Gretel TV musical with songs by the Sherman Brothers Whether you're hunting the latest collectibles or craving untold Disney stories, this episode has a little magic for everyone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you remember Freedomland – a theme park in The Bronx, NY that was surprisingly open for only five years? It was dubbed “Disneyland of the East” because it was created by the same person who designed the original Disneyland – the first employee ever hired by Walt Disney. It turns out that Freedomland's financial backers never intended for it to be open more than five years – and the reason will amaze you.
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Join your tour guides Jason Thomason, Holly Crawford and Francine Cochrane as they get real and talk about where and what they will and won't eat at in the Kingdom in an episode designed to get Jay to eat in the castle. Plus, where shinkflation has and hasn't hit, Tomorrowland's a barren desert of dining, somehow Casey's is always good, when to bring your own hot sauce 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
Last week, Rick was back in Walt Disney World after six months in the Northeast. During his trip, he was able to experience new things that weren't there before he moved. On today's episode, he talks with Gillian about those new attractions.
Episode 512: On this week's episode of Traveling with the Mouse, Jason is back in the co-host chair, and he has a lot to share about his latest adventures. Fresh off his cruise aboard the brand-new Disney Treasure, he gives us all the details on what it was like sailing on Disney's newest ship. From […] The post Cruising the Disney Treasure & Comparing Disneyland to Walt Disney World appeared first on Traveling With The Mouse.
This week we celebrate the 54th Anniversary of Walt Disney World. While the "hoopla" for non-milestone anniversaries is minor at best, There has been a great deal of efforts to recognize the heritage of Walt Disney World while still stepping forward into the future. Yes, there are lots of new projects and with that the farewell of many things that we hold dearly There are many facets of Walt Disney World that are no longer around, but there are many places where efforts are really made to cherish and remember its past. We look at new ways Disney has in recent years acknowledged its heritage. These references play homage to the resort's roots. Since this week is the opportunity to celebrate Walt Disney World's anniversary, join us as we remember its story and heritage. ________________________________________________________ Disney Insights YouTube Page--Check it out and subscribe. DisneyInsights.com--So many resources at our home site. Be sure to subscribe to receive notice of upcoming podcasts. Disney Insights Facebook Page--Come join and interact in conversation with others. My newest book, A Century of Powerful Disney Insights, Volume I 1923-1973, The Walt & Roy Disney Years is available! Also, check out my two of my other books, The Wonderful World of Customer Service at Disney and Disney, Leadership and You. Also, for those examining other business benchmarks beyond Disney, check out Lead with Your Customer: Transform Culture and Brand Into World-Class Excellence. ________________________________________________________ Check out Zanolla Travel to book your next vacation! David & Leah Zanolla ZanollaTravel.com Owner/Agents (309) 863-5469 ____________________________________________________________________ Performance Journeys This podcast and post is provided by J. Jeff Kober and Performance Journeys, which celebrates more than 20 years as a training and development group bringing best in business ideas through books, keynotes, workshops, seminars and online tools to help you take your organization to the next level. Want a Keynote Speaker? More than just nice stories, I offer proven insight and solutions having worked in the trench. Need Consulting? I've worked for decades across the public, private and non-profit arena. Need Support? We offer so many classroom, online, and other resources to help you improve your customer service delivery, leadership excellence, and employee engagement. Contact us today, and let us help you on your Performance Journey!
This week we're hitting rewind and bringing back one of my favorite episodes from last year — just in time for spooky season.I was joined by James and Shannon, who have been hosting elaborate themed Halloween parties for their family and friends for more than a decade. We talked all about how they pick a theme, plan and design the décor, send out invites, and put together food and drinks — all while keeping everything budget-friendly.If you're looking for inspiration for your own Halloween bash, curious about the behind-the-scenes planning, or just love hearing creative traditions, this episode is packed with tips, tricks, and festive fun.So grab your pumpkin spice latte, light a candle, and enjoy this throwback conversation with James and Shannon.
The story of Mary Blair, the person who is often described as Walt Disney's favorite artist. Part Nineteen. Bandcamp Subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com The new book - Making Mary Poppins (out Nov. 11): Amazon: amzn.to/4mhHUaU Independent Booksellers: shorturl.at/qTosR
What if Walt Disney's real magic wasn't perfection…but persistence? In this episode, Beth takes you behind the myths of creative genius to explore how Disney built through failure, loss, and uncertainty—and why those moments became the foundation for his greatest successes. From bankruptcy to Mickey, from “Disney's Folly” to Disneyland, Walt's story reminds us that the impossible often starts in the middle of adversity. Beth connects Disney's journey with her own: building Casual Space, launching STORIES of Space, and saying “yes” to dreams long before things felt easy or certain. This week, discover why you don't have to wait for the perfect time to start. You can lay a foundation—even in the hardest seasons—that carries you (and others!) to new heights. Because sometimes, the story that feels small today becomes the launchpad for something extraordinary.
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On today's Disney Podcast, we are ranking our favorite 12 Lounges at Disney World. From the newest lounges – The Beak and Barrel and GEO-82 to old favorites we've been going to for years, we're talking through why all of these made our list of favorite lounges and tips for how to enjoy them on […] The post Ranking the Best 12 Lounges at Walt Disney World appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.
This week on Derry Public Radio, join CM, Josh, and Eve as they wrap up their coverage of Stephen King's "If It Bleeds" with an in-depth discussion of the novella "Rat." The hosts delve into the complexities of Drew Larson, a struggling writer who makes a Faustian bargain with a talking rat, exploring themes of ambition, mental health, and the sacrifices we make for our art. Through laughter and insightful analysis, they examine Drew's journey through writer's block, the pressures of creativity, and the moral dilemmas that arise from his choices. With a mix of humor and heartfelt reflection, the gang navigates the nuances of King's storytelling and its implications on the human experience. For more Derry Public Radio, head over to www.patreon.com/derrypublicradio for exclusive episodes, early releases, and more bonus content! For everything else: https://linktr.ee/derrypublicradio
We're heading down the bayou for a sibling showdown as Port Orleans Riverside takes on Port Orleans French Quarter in the latest round of Resort Wars. These two charming Moderates may share a name and a boat to Disney Springs, but when it comes to theming, food, amenities, and overall vibe—they couldn't be more different. We walk through seven battle rounds, comparing everything from room layouts and transportation to pool fun, recreation options, and value for your hard-earned vacation dollar. French Quarter brings that cozy, jazz-filled energy with colorful buildings, cobblestone streets, and of course—those famous Mickey-shaped beignets. Riverside answers back with lush walking paths, Royal Guest Rooms, and the fan-favorite Yeeha Bob at River Roost Lounge. Along the way, we'll share our own experiences at both resorts, a few personal preferences, and what we think makes each one special. We also reveal the results from your votes in our Facebook poll—because this battle isn't just about us…it's about the whole Main Street Magic community. So grab your floatworks beignet or your fishing rod from Ol' Man Island, and let's settle this once and for all.
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