The Disney Dish with Jim Hill
Jim Hill Media Podcast Network
The Disney Dish Podcast with Jim Hill and Len TestaDive into the fascinating world of Disney with theme park historian Jim Hill and Len Testa as they uncover the stories behind the magic. From breaking news and in-depth analyses to quirky historical tidbits and behind-the-scenes secrets, The Disney Dish offers a unique blend of humor, expertise, and insider knowledge.Whether you're a die-hard Disney fan, a theme park aficionado, or just curious about the history and future of Disney parks and resorts, this podcast has something for everyone.What to Expect:
Breaking Disney News: Stay up to date on the latest happenings at Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and Disney's global parks.
Historical Deep Dives: Learn how classic attractions were created, the stories behind Disney's biggest decisions, and the Imagineering ingenuity that brought it all to life.
Listener Q&A: Get answers to your burning questions about the parks, attractions, and Disney culture.
Exclusive Insights: Gain access to insider details and stories you won’t find anywhere else.
Fun & Humor: Enjoy the wit and camaraderie of two Disney enthusiasts who know how to make even the most technical details entertaining.
With decades of combined experience and an unmatched passion for all things Disney, Jim and Len guide you through the parks, the stories, and the magic in a way only they can.Your journey to the happiest podcast on earth starts here. Subscribe today!
Breaking Disney News: Stay up to date on the latest happenings at Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and Disney's global parks.
Historical Deep Dives: Learn how classic attractions were created, the stories behind Disney's biggest decisions, and the Imagineering ingenuity that brought it all to life.
Listener Q&A: Get answers to your burning questions about the parks, attractions, and Disney culture.
Exclusive Insights: Gain access to insider details and stories you won’t find anywhere else.
Fun & Humor: Enjoy the wit and camaraderie of two Disney enthusiasts who know how to make even the most technical details entertaining.
With decades of combined experience and an unmatched passion for all things Disney, Jim and Len guide you through the parks, the stories, and the magic in a way only they can.Your journey to the happiest podcast on earth starts here. Subscribe today!
Episodes
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Jul 3, 2023 • 41min
The Disney Dish with Jim Hill Episode 434: Why are Walt Disney World’s listed wait times so often flat-out wrong?
Len Testa & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about the per-park pricing that went into effect at WDW for Genie+. They then wrap up their look back at the Walt Disney World SpeedwayShow Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 26, 2023 • 43min
The Disney Dish with Jim Hill Episode 433:: When Disney World fast tracked construction of its Speedway
Len Testa and Jim Hill start off of this week’s episode by sharing some listener questions. They then talk about how Mr. Eisner’s trip to Indiana in May of 1985 led to an ambitious project being built in the parking lot for WDW’s Magic Kingdom.Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 19, 2023 • 41min
The Disney Dish with Jim Hill Episode 432: Remembering Disneyland’s “Flights of Fancy” parade
Len Testa & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about the jump in attendance levels that Universal’s two Florida parks have recently experienced. They also look back at the Summer of 1983 and how Walt Disney Productions celebrated its 60th anniversary.Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 12, 2023 • 49min
The Disney Dish with Jim Hill Episode 431: Is Disney World readying a redo of its Animal Kingdom theme park
Len Testa & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about a survey that the Universal Orlando Resort just sent out to recent Guests. Jim Hill also concludes his look back at the development of the Disneyland HotelShow Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 5, 2023 • 41min
The Disney Dish with Jim Hill Episode 430: Does “Tiana’s Bayou Adventure” really need to be that authentic?
While Len Testa explores the State of Maine, Jim Hill discusses the recent closure of Disneyland’s version of Splash Mountain. He also continues his look back at the expansion of the Disneyland Hotel in the 1960s & 1970s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 29, 2023 • 40min
The Disney Dish with Jim Hill Episode 429: Where the mermaids in Tomorrowland Lagoon came from
Len Testa & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about all of the annual passholder discounts & exclusives that will be available at WDW through the end of June. They also discuss how the Disney Parks has begun setting the stage for “Tiana’s Bayou Adventure”Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 22, 2023 • 1h 16min
The Disney Dish with Jim Hill Episode 428: Lake Nona Town Center project canceled, “Galactic Starcruiser” to close
In a super-sized episode, Len Testa & Jim Hill discuss all of this past week’s breaking news coming out of Florida. They also take a look at when Disneyland tried to get an Indiana Jones-inspired “Jedi Training Academy” -like experience up & running in Anaheim.Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 15, 2023 • 59min
The Disney Dish Episodwith Jim Hill Episode 427: Why “Aladdin’s Oasis” was only open for 14 months in the 1990s
Len Testa & Jim Hill start off this week’s episodes by reviewing the changes Walt Disney World has in the works for 2024. They then look back at that short-lived Disneyland show which replaced the Tahitian TerraceShow Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 8, 2023 • 36min
Disney Dish Episode 426: Do you remember Disney-MGM’s “Star of the Day” program?
Len Testa & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about the new trip planning service that the Mouse is making available to DVC members. They also look back at what happened when the air conditioning for every attraction but one broke down at Disney’s Hollywood StudiosShow Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 1, 2023 • 44min
The Disney Dish with Jim Hill Episode 425: The other times fires broke out at Disney theme parks
Len Testa & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about the lawsuit The Walt Disney Company just filed against Florida governor Ron DeSantis. They also discuss what happened with the dragon prop featured in Disneyland’s “Fantasmic! .Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
