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There's no denying Disney's cultural impact on the world. Ever since Walt Disney created Mickey Mouse in 1928, countless cultures around the globe have come to recognize the three-circled Disney icon. A smaller facet of Disney's cultural impact that not many know about is an international program known as Disney English, a division of Disney Publishing through which Cast Members teach English language courses (utilizing some Disney magic) to students in various countries. In this episode, I chat with Daniel Morris, a former Disney English Cast Member and author of the book, Teaching with Disney: A Memoir of Disney English, about his experiences with this part of the organization. If you were to build a new Disney theme park around the world, which new location would you select? Send me your feedback via email or through direct or public message at any of the following and [with your permission] I'll include your message in a future show: Facebook: www.facebook.com/ImagineerPodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/ImagineerPodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/ImagineerNews Facebook Group (ImagiNation): https://www.facebook.com/groups/imagineerpodcast/ Share your feedback via voicemail: 516-406-8376 Special thanks to Daniel Morris for being my special guest for this episode! If you'd like to learn more about his book, please visit http://themeparkpress.com/books/teaching-disney.htm. Be sure to check out our sponsor WDW Magazine, the premier magazine focused on Walt Disney World, available in print or digital. 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 the Imagineer Society - https://www.patreon.com/imagineerpodcast Purchase merchandise - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/imagineer-podcast?ref_id=8929 Enjoy the show!

Spaceship Earth is an icon not just at Walt Disney World but anywhere. The architecture of the geodesic sphere is one recognized around the world, and the attraction you can find inside it is a Disney classic. Spaceship Earth is the signature attraction at Epcot and in many ways pays tribute to Walt Disney himself. In our golden podcast episode, we'll explore the history of Spaceship Earth and discuss its significance for the Walt Disney Company. What do you love most about Spaceship Earth? Which of the four versions of this attraction is your favorite so far? Send me your feedback via email or through direct or public message at any of the following and [with your permission] I'll include your message in a future show: Facebook: www.facebook.com/ImagineerPodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/ImagineerPodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/ImagineerNews Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/imagineerpodcast/ Share your feedback via voicemail: 516-406-8376 Be sure to check out our sponsor WDW Magazine, the premier magazine focused on Walt Disney World, available in print or digital. 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 the Imagineer Society - https://www.patreon.com/imagineerpodcast Purchase merchandise - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/imagineer-podcast?ref_id=8929 Enjoy the show!

They call Disneyland "the happiest place on Earth", and one of the aspects of Disneyland that makes it a happy place to be is the food. Whether you're looking for a snack, a quick-service meal, or a fine dining experience, the Disneyland Resort has so much to offer with an array of choices at Disneyland Park, Disney California Adventure Park, the Disneyland Hotel, Disney's Grand Californian Resort & Spa, Paradise Pier Hotel, and Downtown Disney. In today's episode, I chat with Amanda, Genna and Kara of Disneyland Foodies to discuss our favorite places to eat at Disneyland. What is your favorite place to eat at Disneyland (and your favorite food or beverage item)? If you haven't head made the trip to Disneyland, which location or food/beverage item is at the top of your list? Send me your feedback via email or through direct or public message at any of the following and [with your permission] I'll include your message in a future show: Facebook: www.facebook.com/ImagineerPodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/ImagineerPodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/ImagineerNews Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/imagineerpodcast/ Share your feedback via voicemail: 516-406-8376 Special thanks to Amanda, Genna and Kara of Disneyland Foodies! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/disneylandfoodies Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/disneylandfoodies Be sure to check out our sponsor WDW Magazine, the premier magazine focused on Walt Disney World, available in print or digital. 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 the Imagineer Society - https://www.patreon.com/imagineerpodcast Purchase merchandise - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/imagineer-podcast?ref_id=8929 Enjoy the show!

Walt Disney World is "the most magical place on Earth", and that tagline takes on greater meaning when you're visiting this destination with the person you love. While Walt Disney World is the family vacation capital of the world, it also provides a romantic escape for couples of all ages. In today's episode, I chat with my wife, Joanna, along with Brendan and Katherine Wright of the Detour to Neverland Podcast to discuss our favorite romantic spots at the Disney Parks and Resorts in Florida. What is your favorite romantic spot at Walt Disney World? Do you know anyone who got engaged at the most magical place on Earth? Send me your feedback via email or through direct or public message at any of the following and [with your permission] I'll include your message in a future show: Facebook: www.facebook.com/ImagineerPodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/ImagineerPodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/ImagineerNews (formerly @imagineeraudio) Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/imagineerpodcast/ Share your feedback via voicemail: 516-406-8376 Special thanks to Brendan and Katherine of Detour to Neverland! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Detour-To-Neverland-308798969921970/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/detourtoneverland_podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DTNPodcast Be sure to check out our sponsor WDW Magazine, the premier magazine focused on Walt Disney World, available in print or digital. 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 Become a VIP Member on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/imagineerpodcast Purchase merchandise - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/imagineer-podcast?ref_id=8929 Enjoy the show!

When you visit Walt Disney World, especially with small kids, it's often worth knowing the family-friendly attractions that don't require a particular height to ride. In many cases, these Disney attractions are also the ones we have the fondest memories experiencing, whether it be "it's a small world", Peter Pan's Flight, Spaceship Earth, and more. In this episode, I chat with Jamie and Kristi of Hakuna Moscato Moms to discuss our favorite Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney's Hollywood Studios and Disney's Animal Kingdom attractions that don't feature a height requirement. Which of these Disney attractions would make your top 10 list? Which did you enjoy the most as a kid (or as a parent with kids)? Send me your feedback via email or through direct or public message at any of the following and [with your permission] I'll include your message in a future show: Facebook: www.facebook.com/ImagineerPodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/ImagineerPodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/ImagineerAudio Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/imagineerpodcast/ Share your feedback via voicemail: 516-406-8376 Special thanks to Jamie and Kristi of Hakuna Moscato Moms! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HakunaMoscatoMoms Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hakunamoscatomoms/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HakunaMoms YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcXZllkQBTOSyAFCNI6_-dQ Be sure to check out our sponsor WDW Magazine, the premier magazine focused on Walt Disney World, available in print or digital. 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 Become a VIP Member on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/imagineerpodcast Purchase merchandise - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/imagineer-podcast?ref_id=8929 Enjoy the show!

Ellen's Energy Adventure was the second (and last) attraction to be featured at the Universe of Energy Pavilion in Future World at Epcot. After it opened in 1996, it quickly became a classic and could be found at Epcot until its closing day in August 2017. Starring Ellen Degeneres and Bill Nye the Science Guy, Ellen's Energy Adventure took Guests on an entertaining, educational, family-friendly, and often hilarious journey through the world of energy. What are your thoughts about Ellen's Energy Adventure? What do you love most about this attraction? Send me your feedback via email or through direct or public message at any of the following and [with your permission] I'll include your message in a future show: Facebook: www.facebook.com/ImagineerPodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/ImagineerPodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/ImagineerAudio Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/imagineerpodcast/ Share your feedback via voicemail: 516-406-8376 Be sure to check out our sponsor WDW Magazine, the premier magazine focused on Walt Disney World, available in print or digital. 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 Become a VIP Member on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/imagineerpodcast Purchase merchandise - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/imagineer-podcast?ref_id=8929 Enjoy the show!

The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror has been delighting (and horrifying) Guests at Walt Disney World since 1994. It set new records at Disney-MGM Studios (now Disney's Hollywood Studios) when it opened and still remains one of the most thrilling attractions at any Disney Park. What makes the attraction a true classic, though, is the incredible detail that went into its design. The backstory, the details, and the overall experience have earned Tower of Terror a strong reputation. In fact, many consider it to be the best attraction that Walt Disney Imagineering has ever created. In this episode, we'll explore the history, details, and facts that make Tower of Terror so incredible, and we'll ride this attraction together through binaural 360 degree audio. How does the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror rank on your list of Disney attractions? What do you love most about this ride? Which version is your favorite? Send me your feedback via email or through direct or public message at any of the following and [with your permission] I'll include your message in a future show: Facebook: www.facebook.com/ImagineerPodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/ImagineerPodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/ImagineerAudio Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/imagineerpodcast/ Share your feedback via voicemail: 516-406-8376 Be sure to check out our sponsor WDW Magazine, the premier magazine focused on Walt Disney World, available in print or digital. 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 Become a VIP Member on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/imagineerpodcast Purchase merchandise - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/imagineer-podcast?ref_id=8929 Enjoy the show!

Happy Star Wars Day! Star Wars Galaxy's Edge was first announced back at the D23 Expo in August 2015 for Disneyland and the Walt Disney World Resort. Since then, Walt Disney Imagineering and Lucasfilm have given us only sneak peaks of what we can come to expect. In this special May 4th episode, we'll uncover what we've learned so far in this mostly spoiler-free episode. We'll discuss what to expect from the food, merchandise, land, and of course the major attractions, including Millennium Falcon: Smuggler's Run, and Rise of the Resistance. Star Wars Galaxy's Edge will open its doors at Disneyland Park on May 31, 2019 and at Disney's Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World on August 29, 2019. Rise of the Resistance will not be open on these dates but is expected to open its doors later in 2019. What are you looking forward to most from Star Wars Galaxy's Edge? What other surprises do you think might be in store? Send me your feedback via email or through direct or public message at any of the following and [with your permission] I'll include your message in a future show: Facebook: www.facebook.com/ImagineerPodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/ImagineerPodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/ImagineerAudio Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/imagineerpodcast/ Share your feedback via voicemail: 516-406-8376 Be sure to check out our sponsor WDW Magazine, the premier magazine focused on Walt Disney World, available in print or digital. 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 Become a VIP Member on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/imagineerpodcast Purchase merchandise - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/imagineer-podcast?ref_id=8929 Enjoy the show!

On the surface, it might seem like Muppet Vision 3D is just a simple 3D attraction, but it has a rather rich history, a ton of detail, and some fun facts you might not know. In this episode, we'll uncover more about Muppet Vision 3D and take a binaural ride through of this show. How does Muppet Vision 3D rank on your list of 3D attractions? Which detail do you love most? Send me your feedback via email or through direct or public message at any of the following and [with your permission] I'll include your message in a future show: Facebook: www.facebook.com/ImagineerPodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/ImagineerPodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/ImagineerAudio Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/imagineerpodcast/ Share your feedback via voicemail: 516-406-8376 Be sure to check out our sponsor WDW Magazine, the premier magazine focused on Walt Disney World, available in print or digital. 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 Become a VIP Member on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/imagineerpodcast Purchase merchandise - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/imagineer-podcast?ref_id=8929 Enjoy the show!

The music at Walt Disney World is more than just a series of random songs. It's truly a part of the experience. Whether the music already exists or it's created new for Disney, the Imagineers put so much thought into what you hear at the parks and resorts. In this episode, I'm joined by two music industry experts. Together, we'll dive into our favorite area music loops at Disney and discuss what makes the music at Disney so magical. Which Disney area loop is your favorite? What do you love most about the music at the parks and resorts? Send me your feedback via email or through direct or public message at any of the following and [with your permission] I'll include your message in a future show: Facebook: www.facebook.com/ImagineerPodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/ImagineerPodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/ImagineerAudio Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/imagineerpodcast/ Share your feedback via voicemail: 516-406-8376 In this episode, I mention the area music for a few resorts, which are included in a series of playlists I created on Spotify: Disney's Port Orleans Resort Disney's Yacht & Beach Club Resort Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa Be sure to check out our sponsor WDW Magazine, the premier magazine focused on Walt Disney World, available in print or digital. 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 Become a VIP Member on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/imagineerpodcast Purchase merchandise - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/imagineer-podcast?ref_id=8929 Enjoy the show!