Dave's Disney View

I’ve got a guest who recently stayed at Aulani. Shannon tells us about the experience and has some tips to share. If you’d like to see some pictures, check out my show notes page. https://mydisneyworldblog.blogspot.com/2022/03/episodes-430-431-aulani-redux.html [sorry if the audio quality isn’t so great. It’s my first time doing an interview in a while; I’m out of practice with the setup] --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

The test cruises were run on the galactic starcruiser, so now we know what it’s like. I’ve got some thoughts about how it looks and what’s there…behind a very expensive paywall. *Picture is from the Nerdist --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

While researching details about General Joe, I found some interesting information. This is a text-to-speech of 21 questions in the memoirs of General Potter, where he talks about his work at Disney. I found him to be a rather interesting figure, and I had never seen or heard this interview before. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

I’ve got the proverbial axe to grind. I’m troubled by a lot of what I’m seeing. And I have so many questions about what Disney is doing and the future of the theme parks. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

The 1960 Winter Olympics were the first ones broadcast nationally in the US. And that meant they needed to be ready for tv. Who better than Walt Disney to put on a great show? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

Admiral Fowler joined the Walt Disney company in the early 1950s, and was primarily responsible for the construction of Disneyland, then carried forward his work to be the overall project manager for Disney world. General Potter joined the Disney company after the NY Worlds Fair, and was the construction manager for Disney world. He wound up creating many of the innovations that came to be in the central Florida area. Both became friends with Walt, and without them, Disney world probably would never have been built. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

I’ve been keeping an eye on the galactic star cruiser as it nears its maiden voyage. I have some thoughts about it and Star Wars in general. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

Here are 5 that deserve a little love. Small world. Prince Charming regal Carousel. Tomorrowland speedway. Buzz. Wedway peoplemover. [short editing note: I made a mistake in the original published version. It’s fixed now] --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

We had D23, along with some announcements, a change to the vaccine policy for cast members, and a pause in the sale of annual passes at WDW. I have some assorted thoughts about all of it, and how the parks have evolved. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

On todays show, I start by talking about the recent earnings call. And then I go on to talk about the crossroads, which recently closed. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

On this episode, I explore some of what Walt had in mind for his community. I propose that it would have been a company town, and explore that and wonder if he could have gotten there. This expands on the story I told in episode #410, where I examined Walt’s world view. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

I talk about things that are going on, the genie app, lighting lane, and the confusion that surrounds it all. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

Today, I share some insights about Aulani, courtesy of a friend of mine. I admit I didn’t know much about it before, but I feel like I’m ready to make a trip! Hawaiian culture and beaches sound very relaxing. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

Walt Disney World opened its doors 50 years ago - on October 1st, 1971. I’ve got a few stories for you.  My own experiences, and some from people who were there.  I won't spoil it here in the description...you need to listen.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

I’m talking about the new app, the changes to annual passes, and more! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

Since it re-opened recently, here is the latest incarnation of the show for your enjoyment. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

That’s a “world view.” I address his work and how it intersected with politics. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

Movies, theme parks, yield?! Yeah there were some interesting nuggets on the earnings call. I thought it was worth talking about. And I’ve got some thoughts about the Genie app. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

It’s time for another top 10. I’ve got the top ten attractions that used to exist in epcot. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

This is a look back to the fort wilderness railroad that ran through the campground. You can watch my lost & found episode on the railroad here: Episode 31: The Fort Wilderness Railroad https://youtu.be/WDqr6MQWSeI and as for critical race theory, here is something for your reading pleasure: https://www.edweek.org/leadership/what-is-critical-race-theory-and-why-is-it-under-attack/2021/05 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message