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In this special update, we explore how the pandemic will change the nature of filmmaking at Disney for years to come. Bandcamp Subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com Contact: www.toddjamespierce.com

We’re at a turning point in the life of John Hench—the invention of Disneyland—where we explore not only what was built but how it creates a new category of art and entertainment. Bandcamp subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com Contact: www.toddjamespierce.com

Florida, California, and Paris, a little game theory, and ideas as to when this will all end. Bandcamp Subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com Contact: www.toddjamespierce.com

The story of John Hench, who worked for Disney from 1939 until 2004 and adapted the techniques of filmmaking to create theme park wonders around the world. Part Four - Movies, Myths, and Sea Monsters. Bandcamp Subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com Contact: www.toddjamespierce.com

In 1965, reporters in Orlando noticed that an unknown buyer was purchasing tens of thousands of acres south of town, a mystery that would consume the city for nearly a year. Bandcamp Subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com Contact: www.toddjamespierce.com

Disneyland battles California: the discussion heats up over when Disneyland will be allowed to re-open. Bandcamp Subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com Contact: www.toddjamespierce.com

In 1965, reporters in Orlando noticed that an unknown buyer was purchasing tens of thousands of acres south of town, a mystery that would consume the city for nearly a year. Bandcamp: https://dhipodcast.bandcamp.com/ Contact: www.toddjamespierce.com

The story of John Hench, who worked for Disney from 1939 until 2004 and adapted the techniques of filmmaking to create theme park wonders around the world. Part Three - Hench, Walt, and Dali. Link to Destino (short film): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y_TlaxmOKqs Support the DHI Podcast through a Bandcamp Subscription: http://dhipodcast.bandcamp.com/  

An exploration of the current trouble in California and Florida. Link to Venmo food bank donations: https://venmo.com/CastMemberPantry Link to "Ear for Each Other" Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/earforeachother Link to Bandcamp subscriptions: https://dhipodcast.bandcamp.com/  

The story of John Hench, who worked for Disney from 1939 until 2004 and adapted the techniques of filmmaking to create theme park wonders around the world. Part Two - Disney and the War.

The story of John Hench, who worked for Disney from 1939 until 2004 and adapted the techniques of filmmaking to create theme park wonders around the world.   Part One - Fantasia. Bandcamp subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com Contact: www.toddjamespierce.com

The holidays will be different this year. Bandcamp subscription: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com Medium article: https://tinyurl.com/y4dwlvbx Contact: www.toddjamespierce.com

Another wave of changes comes to the Florida resort. Bandcamp subscription: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com Contact: www.toddjamespierce.com

Changes come to California and the Disneyland Resort. Bandcamp subscription: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com Contact: www.toddjamespierce.com

For decades, Disney designers have looked beyond elements of sight and sound to create a richer film-like reality in theme park attractions. In this episode, we explore how Imagineers, starting in the 1950s, sought to incorporate aromas to present a richer experience in attractions such as the Haunted Mansion, Pirates of the Caribbean, and Soarin'.   Bandcamp: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com Contact: www.toddjamespierce.com    

Disney had its earnings call this past week. What the numbers tell us about the future. Bandcamp: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com Contact: www.toddjamespierce.com

A preview of things to come. Bandcamp Subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com Contact: www.toddjamespierce.com

Disney World has re-opened, but where will the resort be in three months? In this update we examine possibilities for how the resort might change in the days ahead. Bandcamp Subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com Contact: www.toddjamespierce.com

After our interview with Tom Nabbe on fishing at Disneyland in 1956, we explore how the same experience now exists at Disney World. Bandcamp Subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com Contact: www.toddjamespierce.com  

What was it like to work at Disneyland during its first year, when Walt spent a good deal of time in the park? Tom Nabbe remembers the 1950s at Disneyland. Bandcamp Subscription: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com Contact: www.toddjamespierce.com