In this episode, Michael and Tom discuss some of their favorite Christmas movies and shows from the Disney family of companies, with each creating a suggested "playlist" for holiday viewing.

Links:

• Michael’s Disneyland History Segments
• Important DIS links and more information!
• Connecting with Walt on Twitter

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In this episode, Michael and Tom are joined by author Don Peri and Pixar Chief Creative Officer Pete Docter to discuss their new book DIrecting at Disney.

Links:

• Michael’s Disneyland History Segments
• Important DIS links and more information!
• Connecting with Walt on Twitter

• Directing at Disney

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In this episode, Michael and Tom march through the history of music in Walt Disney's animated productions, from Silly Symphonies to Snow White and beyond.

Links:

• Michael’s Disneyland History Segments
• Important DIS links and more information!
• Connecting with Walt on Twitter

Sources:

Books:

• The Musical World of Walt Disney by David Tietyen
• Disney Melodies: The Magic of Disney Music by Karl Beaudry

Websites/Articles:

• Evolution of Disney Music
• From “When You Wish Upon a Star’ to ‘Let it Go,’ Disney Has a History of Making Pop Culture Hits by Jon Burlingame for Variety
• How Disney Film Music Has Evolved Over the Decades: From Snow White to Frozen by Andrea Lawrence
• The Genesis of Disney Music: 1920-1950 by Jason Schlierman
• The Role of Music in Disney Movies by Kamran Ahmed

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In this episode, Michael and Tom continue their chat with former members of our Disneyland podcast family Mary Jo, Nancy, and Louella. The team discusses their favorite things about the holidays at the Disneyland Resort, plus a couple of holiday Day Six options.

Links:

• Michael’s Disneyland History Segments
• Important DIS links and more information!
• Connecting with Walt on Twitter

• Los Angeles Christmas Market
• Metrolink Holiday Express Train

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In this episode, Michael and Tom catch up with former members of our Disneyland podcast family, including Mary Jo, Nancy, and Louella. The team discusses their thoughts about recent news and upcoming events at the Disneyland Resort.

Links:

• Michael’s Disneyland History Segments
• Important DIS links and more information!
• Connecting with Walt on Twitter

• Hilbert Museum

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In this episode, Michael and Tom explore more history of The Land pavilion at EPCOT Center and discover why Food Rocks!

Links:

• Michael’s Disneyland History Segments
• Important DIS links and more information!
• Connecting with Walt on Twitter

Sources:

Books/Magazines:

• The Epcot Explorer’s Encyclopedia: A Guide to Walt Disney World’s Greatest Theme Park by R.A. Pedersen
• The Hidden Magic of Walt Disney World 3rd Edition by Susan Veness

Websites/Articles:

• The Land – The Mickey Wiki
• Remembering the Magic: The Land Pavilion by Jonathan Heigl for Mouseplanet
• The History of EPCOT’s Defunct Kitchen Kabaret by Matt N. for Storybook Amusement

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In this episode, Michael and Tom celebrate Halloween by discussing Washington Irving's "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" and how Walt Disney helped the story become more closely associated with Halloween.

Links:

• Michael’s Disneyland History Segments
• Important DIS links and more information!
• Connecting with Walt on Twitter

Sources:

Books:

• A Magical Half-Century: Stories Celebrating Walt Disney World’s First 50 Years by Christopher E. Smith

Websites/Articles:

• What Inspired “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow”? by Lesley Kennedy
• Irving’s Legend: The Story Behind the Story for the Historic Hudson Valley
• The True History Behind “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” by Richard Klin
• The Legend of Sleepy Hollow – The Disney Wiki
• Disney’s “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” by Jim Korkis
• Disney’s “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” Remains a Halloween Treat at 75 by Meagan Navarro
• The Legend of Sleepy Hollow at Walt Disney World by Jim Korkis

Video:

• Walt Disney’s “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” (Intro and Washington Irving Segment only)

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In this episode, Michael and Tom chat with author Ken Bruce about his new book Before the Birds Sang Words, a definitive history of Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room.

Links:

• Michael’s Disneyland History Segments
• Important DIS links and more information!
• Connecting with Walt on Twitter

• Before the Birds Sang Words official website
• Before the Birds Sang Words on Amazon

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In this episode, Michael and Tom prepare for their upcoming trip to Disneyland by answering hard hitting questions about Disneyland Park such as how long is too long to wait for a parade, which entrance tunnel is better, and what is the most overrated attraction.

Links:

• Michael’s Disneyland History Segments
• Important DIS links and more information!
• Connecting with Walt on Twitter

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In this episode, Michael and Tom dig into the history of The Land pavilion at EPCOT Center and take a tour of the original version that lasted just 10 years.

Links:

• Michael’s Disneyland History Segments
• Important DIS links and more information!
• Connecting with Walt on Twitter

Sources:

Books/Magazines:

• Walt Disney’s EPCOT Center: Creating the New World of Tomorrow, text by Richard R. Beard
• The Epcot Explorer’s Encyclopedia: A Guide to Walt Disney World’s Greatest Theme Park by R.A. Pedersen
• The Hidden Magic of Walt Disney World 3rd Edition by Susan Veness

Websites/Articles:

• Kitchen Kabaret – The Disney Wiki
• The Land – The Mickey Wiki
• Remembering the Magic: The Land Pavilion by Jonathan Heigl for Mouseplanet
• The History of EPCOT’s Defunct Kitchen Kabaret by Matt N. for Storybook Amusement
• Take a Retro Journey to The Land Pavilion with this 1987 EPCOT Teacher’s Guide by Matthew Soberman for WDW News Today
• EPCOT Center: The Land Early Concept Model Pictures by Guy Selga

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In this episode, Michael and Tom chat with special guests Louella, Patty and Trish about their experiences at this year's D23 Expo. This week, the team shares their final thoughts, including discussions of the show floor, shopping opportunities, D23 Day at Disneyland, and more.

Links:

• Michael’s Disneyland History Segments
• Important DIS links and more information!
• Connecting with Walt on Twitter

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