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Sometimes Disney announces something that makes me feel like a kid again—leaning forward, eyes wide, already imagining the sights, sounds, and smells before I’ve even stepped inside. The newest addition to Magic Kingdom is one of those moments. On August 29, 2025, The Beak & Barrel Tavern will open its creaky wooden doors in Adventureland…… Read More »The Disney Parks Blog Goes Behind the Scenes of The Beak & Barrel – A Pirate’s Tale in Adventureland

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This week, we open up the WDW Radio inbox for a fast, fun, and wide-ranging listener Q&A episode – one that blends practical advice, Disney Parks food talk, cruise debates, and a few surprises along the way. In this episode, we answer your questions about how to plan the perfect solo day at Walt Disney World, where to… Read More »Disney Q&A: Disneyland vs. Epcot Food, Solo Park Day Tips, Cruise Rankings, and Hidden Park Details – WDW Radio # 839

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Bruce Vaughn Walt Disney Imagineering Interview – A Personal and Candid Conversation with Imagineering’s Chief Creative Officer Over the past few weeks on the podcast, I’ve had the privilege of giving you an unprecedented, behind-the-scenes look at Walt Disney Imagineering. From a deeply personal conversation with legendary sculptor Zsolt Hormay, to last week’s exclusive tour… Read More »Bruce Vaughn, Chief Creative Officer of Walt Disney Imagineering, on the Future of the Disney Parks – WDW Radio # 838

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Inside Walt Disney Imagineering: A Rare, Emotional, and Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Tour Walt Disney once said that “It takes people to make the dream a reality,” and nowhere is that more evident than inside Walt Disney Imagineering. I recently had the incredible and rare honor of stepping through the doors at 1401 Flower Street in Glendale, California…… Read More »Walt Disney Imagineering Tour: Behind the Scenes Where Disney Magic Is Made – WDW Radio # 837

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Have you ever wondered who creates the places that make you stop in your tracks at Walt Disney World or Disneyland? Those moments when you look up at the floating mountains of Pandora, the towering cliffs of Cars Land, or the intricate carvings of the Tree of Life – those aren’t just background. They’re storytelling… Read More »Inside Imagineering: Zsolt Hormay on Sculpting Stories in Disney Parks – WDW Radio # 836

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Welcome to the Disney In or Out debate on WDW Radio, where loving Disney is only half the fun and the other half is sharing strong opinions and passionate hot takes. This week, we tackle trilogies, attractions, lounges, remakes, and who should be the next Disney CEO. Welcome to another round of In or Out,… Read More »“In or Out?” – Trilogies, Overlays, Lounges, Live-Action, and Leadership – WDW Radio # 835

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Welcome to the Ultimate Guide to Indiana Jones in the Disney Parks. From thrilling attractions to explosive stunt shows and legendary queues, Indiana Jones has been part of the parks for more than 35 years. In this episode of WDW Radio, I’m joined by former Imagineer and author Jason Surrell to dive into the history,… Read More »The Ultimate Guide to Indiana Jones in the Disney Parks – WDW Radio # 834

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A Journey Through Japan With Adventures by Disney and the WDW Radio Family From tranquil temples in Kyoto to neon nights in Tokyo, Japan is a country that captures the heart, soul, and imagination like nowhere else on Earth. In this week’s episode of WDW Radio, I invite you to join me and members of… Read More »Adventures by Disney Japan Recap: Takayama, Shirakawa-go, Tokyo & Kintsugi: Part 2 – WDW Radio # 832

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Celebrating Disneyland’s 70th Anniversary with Forgotten Stories and Hidden Details Disneyland at 70 is more than just a milestone – it’s a celebration of Walt Disney’s original dream and a journey through the stories, secrets, and small details that make this park unlike any other. In this special WDW Radio Archive episode, I’m joined by… Read More »Disneyland at 70: Hidden Secrets, Surprising Stories, and Forgotten History with Jim Korkis – WDW Radio # 831 – From the Archives

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A Journey Through Japan With Adventures by Disney and the WDW Radio Family Focus Keyphrase: Adventures by Disney Japan recap From tranquil temples in Kyoto to neon nights in Tokyo, Japan is a country that captures the heart, soul, and imagination like nowhere else on Earth. In this week’s episode of WDW Radio, I invite… Read More »Adventures by Disney Japan Recap: What It’s Really Like to Travel Japan with Disney – WDW Radio #830

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