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Juliana Hansen, one of the stars of the now closed Aladdin: Musical Spectacular joins us on this episode of the Disney Dose podcast. On the show we discuss the incredible joy she found in playing the character and all of the other work she has performed for The Walt Disney Company. Some of her other... The post Cinderella, Mary Poppins, and Jasmine…All Characters Played by Juliana Hansen–DD036 appeared first on Disney Dose.

This week I sit down with three-time Academy Award nominated Tom Myers, who is a supervising sound editor at Skywalker Sound, the sound editing division at LucasFilm. For the interview, I traveled up to George Lucas' inner secret sanctum: Skywalker Ranch. Listen and hear about all of the incredible sights I experienced on the ranch.... The post In-Depth Interview LucasFilm Sound Designer, Tom Myers–DD035 appeared first on Disney Dose.

This Disney Dose podcast presents the audio from Imagineering 60 Years of Disneyland: Part 2 continuing Walt Disney's legacy. The panel is moderated by Leslie Iwerks, the granddaughter of famed Disney Animator, Ub Iwerks. Leslie is directing the much anticipated documentary on Imagineering: The Imagineering Story. Steve Davison, Kim Irvine, Kevin Rafferty, Charita Carter, Tony Baxter... The post Tony Baxter, Kevin Rafferty, Steve Davison, Kim Irvine Imagineer 60 Years of Disneyland–DD034 appeared first on Disney Dose.

This Disney Dose podcast features a presentation from the D23 Expo titled Imagineering 60 Years of Disneyland: Working With Walt. The panel is moderated by Leslie Iwerks, the granddaughter of famed Disney Animator, Ub Iwerks. Leslie is a documentarian who is producing the much anticipated documentary, The Imagineering Story. Marty Sklar, Orlando Ferrante, and Richard Sherman... The post Marty Sklar, Richard Sherman, Orlando Ferrante: Imagineering Disneyland–DD033 appeared first on Disney Dose.

The Disney Dose podcast is joined by Don Hahn. During his years working for the Walt Disney Company, Don has worked as an animator, author, and producer on projects ranging from Lion King and the Disney Nature films to “Nightmare Before Christmas” and the upcoming live action “Beauty the Beast” movie. He recently wrote a new book called Before Ever After:... The post Iconic Disney Film Producer, Don Hahn Interview–DD032 appeared first on Disney Dose.

The Disney Dose podcast is joined by Ben Harris. While working for Disneyland and the team that opened Walt Disney World, he served in numerous positions from Disneyland Railroad conductor to operations manager. While there he was responsible for sharing the news of the tragic JFK assassination with all of Disneyland as the park announcer. Later,... The post He Kicked Walt Disney Out of the Disneyland Train Station, He’s Ben Harris–DD031 appeared first on Disney Dose.

This July we will be visiting Disneyland Paris for the first time. Disneyland Paris was the first Disney Park to be built outside of the United States and is located a short 40 minute train ride outside of the city. The resort now includes two parks: Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studios Park. There is... The post Ultimate Disneyland Paris Planning Guide Audio–DD029 appeared first on Disney Dose.

Sayre Wiseman is the executive producer of all three new Disneyland shows; the Paint the Night Parade, Disneyland Forever Fireworks, and World of Color- Celebrate! Previously, she launched the Disneyland 50th Anniversary, Soundsational Parade, World of Color, Festival of Fantasy Parade in Walt Disney World, and Disney Dreams in Disneyland Paris. She also served as... The post Interview With Imagineer Sayre Wiseman, Executive Parades and Spectaculars–DD028 appeared first on Disney Dose.

The Disneyland 60th Anniversary kicks off this month on May 22nd. Leading up to that date we have the return of multiple classic attractions after refurbishments and the debut of three new night time shows. On this episode of the Disney Dose podcast, we discuss the new offerings, new shows and the recently refreshed attractions. Most importantly, Casey... The post Guide to Conquering Disneyland’s 60th Anniversary–DD027 appeared first on Disney Dose.

Jonathan Freeman, the original voice of Jafar in the Disney's classic movie, Aladdin, joins us on the Disney Dose podcast this week. We discuss his breathtaking 25+ years voicing the character and his current role as Jafar in the theater production of Aladdin on Broadway. This episode is filled with Disney Animation history and enlightening stories... The post Interview With Voice of Jafar from Aladdin, Jonathan Freeman–DD025 appeared first on Disney Dose.

Join me for an exploration of the history behind the partners statue that features Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse. While the public story is that the partners statue was simply added to honor Walt Disney, the Imagineers had an ulterior motive. Disney Historian Jim Korkis and I trace the tale of this partners statue from the very beginning when... The post Secrets Behind the Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse Partners Statue–DD026 appeared first on Disney Dose.

The Disney Dose podcast is back with Terri Hardin, the Disney Imagineer and sculptor responsible for the beautiful rock work at Disneyland Paris and the artistry of Splash Mountain Tokyo. You can listen to her first interview by clicking here. This week we discuss the difficulty of being a woman working in the rock work... The post How Becoming an Imagineer Made Terri Hardin Love Disneyland Even More–DD024 appeared first on Disney Dose.

This week Terri Hardin joins us again on the Disney Dose podcast to discuss her sculpture and rock work for Walt Disney Imagineering. This week we go a little further into her story working on Big Thunder Mountain and the Dragon's Lair for Disneyland Paris. Find her first episode here > We also discuss the... The post Imagineer Terri Hardin on Big Thunder Mountain, Disneyland Paris, and Tokyo Disney Quality– DD023 appeared first on Disney Dose.

Happy Thanksgiving! Today, on this special Disneyland Thanksgiving episode, I share the history of the Presidential pardoned turkey in Disneyland. From 2005-2009 the turkeys pardoned by the President of the United States and the National Turkey Federation were sent to either Disneyland or Walt Disney World. These turkeys are considered the “happiest turkeys on earth,”... The post Happy Thanksgiving! Pardoned Presidential Turkeys at Disneyland–DD022 appeared first on Disney Dose.

Sam Gennawey sat down with me at the Walt Disney Family Museum to discuss his new book Universal Versus Disney: The Unofficial Guide to American Theme Parks' Greatest Rivalry. Currently, the Walt Disney museum is showing an exhibit featuring Walt's Trains. Sam shares the deciding factor in the closing of Walt Disney's home railroad, the Carolwood Pacific. This episode is... The post Universal Versus Disney and Great Disneyland Stories with Sam Gennawey–DD021 appeared first on Disney Dose.

This week kicks off the Disneyland Christmas season. During this week's podcast we discuss the special Christmas additions in Disneyland including: Haunted Mansion, “It's a Small World,” World of Color Winter Dreams, and Jingle Cruise. Of course, we also discuss the awesome Christmas treats that can be found in the parks. Some of our favorites... The post Disneyland Christmas 2014 Overview and Trip Planning Audio Guide–DD020 appeared first on Disney Dose.

This week we talk to Don Carson, ex-Disney Imagineer, who worked for Disney Imagineering for six years and spent that time working on Splash Mountain and Toontown in Disneyland. This week's Disneyland secret features the Disney Cast Member name tag pins that celebrate the amount of years they have worked for the Disney company. I also... The post Imagineer Don Carson Worked on Splash Mountain and Disneyland Toontown–DD019 appeared first on Disney Dose.

Join Terri Hardin, ex-Disney Imagineer, as we talk all about her experience working on Ghostbusters, Disneyland Paris, Big Thunder Mountain, and Halloween at Walt Disney Imagineering. This week's Disneyland secret features the Ray Bradbury Halloween Tree in Frontierland. Where did the concept for this Disneyland Halloween tradition begin? Find out by listening below. The information... The post Imagineer, Sculptor, and Puppeteer Terri Hardin Worked on Ghostbusters, Big Thunder Mountain, and the Muppets Part 1–DD018 appeared first on Disney Dose.

This week we discuss the recently redesigned Club 33 and the exclusive 1901 Club in Disney California Adventure. Highlights include discussions of food, drinks, decor, and the beautiful new lounge above New Orleans Square. This new Club 33 is a big change from the old club as it closed the Trophy Room and Court of Angles.... The post Inside Exclusive Disneyland Club 33 and 1901 Club–DD017 appeared first on Disney Dose.

Disneyland Halloween is discussed this week as we go in depth on all the offerings during the regular operating day and for the Disneyland Halloween Party. To end the show we discuss the new Frozen offerings that just debuted in Disneyland. The Disney Channel Studio 365 makeover shop was transformed into the Anna and Elsa Boutique. Girls... The post Disneyland Halloween Party and New Disney Frozen Anna and Elsa Boutique–DD016 appeared first on Disney Dose.