The DIS Unplugged Disney Podcast

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  • Disney’s “If You Had Wings” – Looking Back 40 Years

    From 1971 to 1980, Walt Disney World utilized the ticket book system that Disneyland had been using for many years.  Attractions were assigned a letter, A through E, based on the popularity value of the attraction.  A few attractions required no admission: “The Walt Disney Story,” “Circle-Vision 360,” “Carousel of Progress,” and “If You Had…

  • Follow-Up on the Walt Disney World Rumor Mill

    On the most recent episode of the DIS Unplugged Podcast we discussed several rumors, ranging from new X-Pass attractions to a feud between Bob Iger and John Lasseter. A few things have already materialized; continue after the break to find out what has already come to fruition.

  • Unique Sweet Spots at Walt Disney World: Scoops, Sprinkles, & Cones at the Plaza Ice Cream Parlor

    Until the 1960s, it was quite common for Americans and their families to enjoy carbonated beverages and sugary treats at their local soda fountain or ice cream saloon. Milkshakes, malts, egg cream, and various flavors of ice cream brought smiles to faces young and old. Parlors were typically attached to town pharmacies and served as…

  • Taking Advantage of Annual Pass Early Entry at the Disneyland Resort

    The Disneyland Resort has some nice perks for those who have annual passes.  The latest one gives annual passholders early entry into the Disneyland and California Adventure Parks.  I recently took advantage of this perk and I went to California Adventure at 7:00 am on a Saturday morning, one hour before regular opening.

  • Richard Petty Driving Experience Junior Ride-Along

    Recently, the Richard Petty Driving Experience at the Walt Disney World Speedway in Orlando added a Junior Ride-Along to its popular driving and ride-along experiences. Since we were in the area, we decided to check it out (and use our 8-year-old son, West, as a test subject). I don’t think he minded much.

  • Imagineers and Executives Chat About Buena Vista Street, Annual Passholders and More

    Following the Grand Re-opening of Disney California Adventure, The DIS, along with other members of the online media, was able to sit down with some of the creative teams that made it happen.  With several conversations going on in the room at once, the audio is not “podcast worthy”, but I’ve been able to sit…

  • Magic Kingdom Construction Update July 2012

    I promised everyone construction updates on Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World.  Finally the scrim is down on Main Street USA.  You can get the picture postcard photo of Cinderella Castle as you look down the street again.

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