The Disney Dish with Jim Hill

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The Disney Dish with Jim Hill

Learn more about the latest doings at Disney with TouringPlan's Len Testa & Jim Hill of JimHillMedia.com as they talk about upcoming projects as well as look back at Mouse House history.

  1. 5 DAYS AGO

    Do you remember Epcot’s “Magic Journeys” (Ep 499)

    Len Testa and Jim Hill start this week’s episode by sharing a survey the Universal Orlando Resort recently sent out. They then look back at the 3D movie that eventually led to “Mickey’s PhilharMagic” Over the course of this show, listeners will learn about:  Why Rodney Dangerfield’s obituary may be the funniest story that the Los Angeles Times ever ran  How does an RIP Tour compare to a HHN Express Pass  Why it’s unlikely that Disney will ever build a just-for-kids theme park at its Florida Resort SHOW NOTES  What’s the name of that 3D Donald Duck cartoon that used to run on a double bill at the Fantasyland theater  How did Dick Nunis feel about “The Mickey Mouse Revue” attraction at WDW’s Magic Kingdom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 1m

  2. SEP 23

    Behind the Bar: Ricky Debler Jr. on Creating Disney’s Most Popular Tequila Spot (Ep. 498)

    In this episode of The Disney Dish Podcast, Len Testa and Jim Hill bring you the latest updates and an in-depth look at Disney’s past, present, and future. Tune in as they cover: Exclusive Interview: Special guest Ricky Debler Jr. from Palmas Restaurant Group shares the inside story behind their iconic Disney dining locations and the evolution of La Cava del Tequila. Disney Treasure Updates: Get the scoop on the newest details for Disney Cruise Line’s upcoming ship. Disney Surveys: Find out what surprising questions Disney is asking guests about their park experiences. The Untold Story of Big Thunder Mountain: Jim wraps up his series on the history of this beloved attraction and reveals the ambitious plans that never made it to Disneyland. Dive into the latest news, fascinating history, and a few laughs in this can’t-miss episode! SHOW NOTES Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 17m

  3. SEP 16

    Inside Tony Baxter’s 1976 Presentation: Big Thunder’s Forgotten Neighbors (Ep. 497)

    In this episode of The Disney Dish Podcast, Jim Hill and Len Testa bring you the latest Disney theme park news, listener questions, and a deep dive into Disney history. Tune in as they cover: Crane Permits and Fort Wilderness Construction: What’s going on at the old River Country site? Disney Cruise Line’s Future: How jumbo-ification could extend the life of Disney’s Magic and Wonder ships. The Evolution of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad: Jim continues his history of this Frontierland classic and the ambitious plans that never made it to Disneyland, including Discovery Bay and Dumbo’s Circus. Listener Questions: From Rise of the Resistance’s B-mode to the future of Disney’s IP-driven attractions. Listen now for a fun, fact-filled episode covering the latest updates and Disney history!  SHOW NOTES Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    42 min

  4. SEP 9

    Big Thunder's Wild History, Tron’s Queue Overhaul, and Universal’s Next Big Attraction (Ep. 496)

    In this episode of The Disney Dish, Jim Hill and Len Testa bring you the latest Disney theme park news, dive into listener questions, and share some fascinating theme park history. Tune in for an entertaining and informative discussion featuring: The History of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad: Learn how this beloved attraction evolved from the original Mine Train Through Nature’s Wonderland. Disney’s Tron Lightcycle Run Update: Why Disney is replacing the virtual queue with a traditional standby line and what it means for other park attractions. Universal Studios’ New How to Train Your Dragon Attraction?: Jim and Len break down a new survey hinting at a potential addition to Universal’s Epic Universe or Hollywood park. Listener Questions: A lively discussion on Disney’s attraction changes, including the high-cost failures like Galactic Starcruiser. Nostalgia in Disney Parks: Are Magic Kingdom’s attractions too geared toward older generations, or is there something for everyone? Join Jim and Len for a fun mix of history, humor, and theme park insights! Show Notes can be found here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    49 min

  5. SEP 2

    Disney Dish with Jim Hill Ep 495: How a Western River led to Big Thunder Mountain

    Len Testa & Jim Hill start this week’s show by discussing the three tiers of hotels that the Universal Orlando Resort just rolled out. They also talk about why Disney wants to know more about how you allocated your cash during your most recent trip to Orlando. For this episode, listeners will learn about: Why the Universal Theme Parks want to learn more about which brands & IPs your young daughter is interested Who was just placed in charge of the committee to find a successor for Disney CEO Bob Iger Why it’s likely that DCL will soon need to replace the Magic & the Wonder How many people visited the Magic Kingdom in Florida during the first full year that theme park was in operation Which opening day attraction for Walt Disney World did Tony Baxter go to the field to install back in 1971 SHOW NOTES Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 2m
  6. Disney Dish with Jim Hill Ep 494: How did the Imagineers just update WDW’s “Peter Pan Flight”

    AUG 26

    Disney Dish with Jim Hill Ep 494: How did the Imagineers just update WDW’s “Peter Pan Flight”

    In a special solo show, Jim Hill first talks about which Disney Villains just made their debut at DCA’s “Oogie Boogie Bash.” He then looks back at how Walt adapted J.B. Barrie’s play & novel to the screen back in 1953 For this episode, listeners will learn about; Who did Roger Bart sing for in Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Summer release for 1997 Who wrote the songs for Disney’s full-length animated feature for 1953 When is Disney on Broadway’s new stage production of “Hercules” supposed to open in London’s West End Which two animated features was WDI originally considering as their jumping-off point for their upcoming redo of DAK’s Dinoland U.S.A. When was Bob Hope’s sequel to his 1948 Western comedy, “The Paleface,” first released to theaters SHOW NOTES Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    38 min
  7. Disney Dish with Jim Hill Ep 493: Frontierland to trade steamboat ride for “Cars” -themed road rally

    AUG 19

    Disney Dish with Jim Hill Ep 493: Frontierland to trade steamboat ride for “Cars” -themed road rally

    Len Testa & Jim Hill start today’s episode by discussing the changes that will soon be coming to Tom Sawyer Island at WDW’s Magic Kingdom. They also look back at when the “Be Our Guest” restaurant opened at that same theme park back in December of 2012 Over the course of this episode, listeners will learn about: For which Disney animated feature from the 1990s did Ricky Martin voice the title character (for the Latin American / Spanish version of this film, that is) What did the Imagineers once toy with installing inside of the “Hall of Presidents” show building What does Universal Orlando’s new dining offer tell us about when Epic Universe will likely open to the public Why did Disney’s Central Reservations Office have to rethink the number of seatings they could book daily at “Be Our Guest” just six months after this new Magic Kingdom restaurant first opened Why did the load-in of the Ballroom’s chandelier prove to be a challenge to the “Be Our Guest” construction team SHOW NOTES Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 2m

  8. AUG 12

    Disney Dish with Jim Hill Special Bonus Episode: What’s next for the Disney Parks

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    51 min
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Learn more about the latest doings at Disney with TouringPlan's Len Testa & Jim Hill of JimHillMedia.com as they talk about upcoming projects as well as look back at Mouse House history.

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    Jim Hill Media Podcast Network
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2024
  • Episodes
    420
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