Distant Disney

An opening day attraction, The Backlot Tour delighted (or bored) guests at Hollywood Studios until it closed to make way for Galaxy's Edge.  While it was originally intended to be an insider's look at the film industry, it never quite managed to live up to Disney's expectations.  We're taking a deep look at this once classic attraction this week! Music by Colin Paul

DinoLand USA is a carnival within a theme park - Disney's Animal Kingdom.  This week, we're discussing its place in the Disney Parks, its origins, and what could be done about this bizarre area.Happy Thanksgiving! Remember to be safe and socially distant! Music by Colin Paul

Hello Distant Disney listeners!  Yep, you read that right.  From here on out, we're going biweekly.  We love making this show, and to ensure that each episode meets our standards, we're going to be skipping a week between episodes starting right now.  Thank you so much for listening, and we'll talk to you next week!

Just when you thought we could stop talking about the election, Distant Disney is here to bring you all you could want to know about The Hall of Presidents!  This opening day attraction in Magic Kingdom generated quite a bit of controversy when #45 entered the oval office.  But why is there an attraction featuring all of America's presidents in the middle of Disney's flagship theme park?  We're here to tell you! Music by Colin Paul

On this historic election day, we're not releasing a new episode.  Instead, we hope you enjoy one of our older episodes! Released originally on May 19th, 2019, this episode was a very close look at Disney's Hollywood Studio's Tower of Terror attraction.  We hope you enjoy this blast from Distant Disney's past while you vote (if you haven't already!) Music by Colin Paul

One of the last attractions at Disney World that Walt personally oversaw, the Carousel of Progress is a historic show that looks at... well, history!  From it's spectacular opening at the NYC World's Fair to its declining popularity at its current location in Magic Kingdom, we're talking all about this classic attraction this week. Music by Colin Paul

We're taking another step away from Disney World this week, back over to Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure! Two of their biggest, baddest coasters are Rip Ride Rockit and The Incredible Hulk Coaster.   We're each breaking down a coaster this week on Distant Disney! Music by Colin Paul

Moving hundreds of thousands of guests around Disney World every day is not small feat.  Disney boats a transportation system that rivals some of the country's most populous cities.  This week, we're talking about all of the boats, trains, monorails, busses, and even planes that make up Disney World's Transportation Department. Music by  Colin Paul

This week we're putting our usual programming on hold to discuss the news that broke earlier this week - Disney is laying off 28,000 cast members throughout their American theme parks and related enterprises. Music by Colin Paul

We're revisiting a classic episode theme this week - our favorite restaurants!  Disney World has had some major culinary upgrades in the past decade (particularly in the quick service restaurants), and we couldn't help but discuss some of our top ranked eateries throughout the resort! Music by Colin Paul

We've spoken about our experiences in doing The Disney College Program before, but this time we're talking about some of the little things you might not think about before heading down to Florida.  Things like, what should you bring? What are laundry services and transportation like on the program? We're covering these and so much more of the little necessaries you need to know! Music by Colin Paul

This week we step away from the Disney Parks and over to their arch-rival Universal Studios! First, we explain why Universal Orlando still has Marvel characters and rides despite Disney owning the super hero studio.  Then we break down the history and development of Islands of Adventure's opening day attraction that won Best Dark Ride for twelve years in a row! Music by Colin Paul

In Magic Kingdom's iconic 4-D show, Donald steals Mickey's Sorcerer's hat and goes on an epic adventure through classic movies in an attempt to retrieve the mischievous hat.  This week we'll discuss this attraction's history, development and surprising longevity! Music by Colin Paul

This week we're celebrating our 100th full episode!  To celebrate nearly two years of Distant Disney, we're talking all about what Disney has planned for their big year next year - Magic Kingdom's 50th anniversary! As promised - two rhinos fighting at Kilimanjaro Safaris Music by Colin Paul

For our final episode numbered in the double digits, we're examining the fireworks show that delighted guests while we worked in the parks - Wishes! Music by Colin Paul

One of the most popular attractions in Epcot, Soarin' began as a celebration of California for the brand new Disney's California Adventure.  This week, we're taking a look at this iconic attraction's history and development.Help Iowa:https://www.facebook.com/groups/974094406389442https://www.uweci.org/Venmo: @iowaderechoPaypal: info@derecho2020.com Music by Colin PaulOpening music: Soarin' - by Jerry Goldsmith

Remember Tarzan Rocks?  We sure do.  So we talked about it for a while. Plus, we talked about some other characters that don't really have much of a presence in the parks anymore! Music by Colin Paul

*Unfortunately, Brandon experienced some technical issues this week, it's not a glitch on your phone!* Disney World is the Most Magical Place on Earth.  But what happens when it isn't?  This week, we're sharing personal stories, as well as examining some publicly available protocols that Disney follows when things go very, very wrong at their parks. Music by Colin Paul

Big news this week as Universal Orlando announces the cancellation of this year's Halloween Horror nights. Plus, two weeks ago Disney announced the permanent closure of Primeval Whirl and Stitch's Great Escape.  Widely regarded as the most reviled attractions on property, how did we end up with these two bizarre attractions in the first place?  Music by Colin Paul

In this week's news only episode, we continue to share our thoughts on the phased reopening of Disney World. Plus, Disney announces three attractions are permanently closed! Music by Colin Paul