Disney Parks Podcast Show #860-Interview With Donald W. Ballard, Author of Disneyland Hotel Books

Welcome to the Disney Parks Podcast, where we explore the stories behind Disney’s history! Today, we’re joined by Donald W. Ballard, historian and author, whose passion for the Disneyland® Hotel began in the 1970s.

In 1998, he set out to document its rich history, uncovering the visionary work of Jack Wrather, the hotel’s original owner, and his striking parallels to Walt Disney. Through years of research and rare memorabilia, Don has preserved the magic of the hotel’s golden era.

Join us as we dive into his journey, the evolution of the Disneyland® Hotel, and the memories that make it iconic!” Welcome to the show, Donald

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Disney Parks Podcast Show #859-Disney New For The Week Of March 10, 2025

In today’s show, we have news about Off-Roading with New Vehicles for car rides coming to the Magic Kingdom, a Sneak Peak at Scary-Good New Monsters, Inc. Coaster, Includes a Vertical Lift at the Studios, and so much more on today’s Disney Parks Podcast.

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Disney Parks Podcast Show #858-Interview With Lee Pashalopoulos & Mercina Drake about Adding Greece to World Showcase

In today’s show, Lee Pashalopoulos and Mercina Drake discuss Greece as a new country to the World Showcase in Epcot, what this could look like, and what you will find there, too.  

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Disney Parks Podcast Show #857-Disney New For The Week Of March 3, 2025

In today’s show, we have news about Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park celebrating its 30th anniversary, Peter Pan Float Returns to Disney Stars on Parade at Disneyland Paris, and so much more on today’s Disney Parks Podcast.

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Disney Parks Podcast Show #856-Disney New For The Week Of February 24, 2025

In today’s show, we have news about the New Marvel Experience, Captain Jack Sparrow, Duffy and Friends to Debut on the Disney Adventure, Level 99 ‘social gaming’ coming to Disney Springs, and so much more on today’s Disney Parks Podcast.

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Disney Parks Podcast Show #855-Disney New For The Week Of February 17, 2025

In today’s show, we have news about 2025 Guide to Season of the Force at Disneyland Park, 9 Hidden Details in the Once Upon A Stage: 30 Years on Broadway Exhibit and so much more on today’s Disney Parks Podcast.

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Disney Parks Podcast Show #854-Disney New For The Week Of February 10, 2025

In today’s show, we have news about Hong Kong Disneyland Resort to Celebrate 20th Anniversary, Pop-Up Mini Golf Experience Coming to the Pixar Place Hotel and so much more on today’s Disney Parks Podcast.

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Disney Parks Podcast Show #853-Disney New For The Week Of February 03, 2025

In today’s show, we have news about Dine and Play Returns to Disney Cruise Line, 2025 EPCOT Garden Rocks Concert Series Lineup, and so much more on today’s Disney Parks Podcast.

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Disney Parks Podcast Show #852 – Interview with Dave Bossert, Disney Animator, and Author

Alright, folks, you’re in for a real treat today! Our guest is someone who has spent his life blending creativity, innovation, and a deep love for storytelling. From humble beginnings in Massapequa, New York, to working on some of the most iconic animated films of all time at Walt Disney Animation Studios

But that’s not all—after decades of shaping animation history, he’s now a full-time author, writing incredible books that pull back the curtain on the world of animation and beyond. Please give a warm welcome to the one and only David A. Bossert!

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Disney Parks Podcast Show #851-Disney New For The Week Of January 27, 2025

In today’s show, we have news about Grand Avenue Impacts Begin May 10 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Exciting New Additions Coming to the Hotels of Disneyland Resort, and so much more on today’s Disney Parks Podcast.

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  Disney Parks Podcast Show #850-Disney New For The Week Of January 20, 2025 In today’s show, we have news about Haunted Mansion debuts new bride, attic scene changes at Disneyland, 59 Disney Villains starring in a new show at Hollywood Studios, and so much more on today’s Disney Parks Podcast.

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