Mickey Mouse Podcast

03/24/23 - In this episode, Michael and John discuss the women of Disney who made a great enough impact to receive windows on Main Street! Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information!

03/17/23 - In this episode, Michael and John listen back to a 2015 episode of the DIS Unplugged: Disneyland Edition where Michael had the chance to interview the late, great Disney Legend Rolly Crump. Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information!

03/10/23 - In this episode, the DIS Unplugged: Disneyland Edition team finishes up the conversation from their spring reunion and focus heavily on Pixar Pier! Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information!

03/03/23 - In this episode, the DIS Unplugged: Disneyland Edition team gets together once again to check back in on all things Disneyland, but this time with a special guest who hasn't been heard in many years! Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information!

02/24/23 - In this episode, Michael and John look at the history of one of Walt's most beloved attractions - "it's a small world"! Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information!

02/17/23 - In this episode, Michael and John finish their discussion on Walt and television from Walt Disney's Wonderful World of Color past his death to the days of Michael Eisner and the Sunday night movie. Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information!

02/10/23 - In this episode, Michael and John continue their discussion on Walt and television and dig into some of the classic programming from Walt Disney's Disneyland. Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information!

02/03/23 - In this episode, Michael and John discuss the history behind Walt's foray into the world of television! Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information!

01/27/23 - In this episode, Michael and John discuss the history of the dark ride Alice in Wonderland attraction at Disneyland Park! Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information!

01/20/23 - In this episode, Michael and John welcome back Marcy Carriker Smothers to the show by discussing her latest work, 100 Disney Adventures of a Lifetime! Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information!

11/11/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig finish their Disneyland team reunion by discussing recent announcements and experiences from Disneyland Resort! Michael’s Disneyland History Segments

11/04/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by a group of special guests to discuss recent announcements and experiences from Disneyland Resort! Michael’s Disneyland History Segments

10/28/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined once again by author Spencer Wright teach us about the voices behind our favorite Disney characters, and this time we're focusing on Disney Villains in honor of Halloween! Michael’s Disneyland History Segments

10/21/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig finish their look back at D23 Expo 2022 by discussing the Disney Parks panel, their time at Disneyland, and more! Michael’s Disneyland History Segments

10/14/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue their look back at D23 Expo 2022 by discussing the Lucasfilm, Marvel, and 20th Century Studios panel plus so much more! Michael’s Disneyland History Segments

10/07/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig look back at D23 Expo 2022 starting with the Disney Legends ceremony and The Walt Disney Studios, Animation, and Pixar panel. Michael’s Disneyland History Segments

09/16/22 - In this episode, Michael recaps his experience at the 2022 Pacific Northwest Mouse Meet including the Disney celebrities he was able to meet and information from the panels! Michael’s Disneyland History Segments

09/02/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue their discussion with author Jake S. Friedman about his book "The Disney Revolt" and the 1941 Disney animators' strike. Michael’s Disneyland History Segments The Disney Revolt Book

08/26/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by author Jake S. Friedman to discuss his book "The Disney Revolt" and the 1941 Disney animators' strike. Michael’s Disneyland History Segments The Disney Revolt Book

08/19/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig answer even more of your questions about Disney theme parks and beyond! Michael’s Disneyland History Segments

08/12/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig answer your questions about Disney theme parks and beyond! Michael’s Disneyland History Segments

In this episode, Michael and Craig continue the Disneyland Edition reunion by moving the conversation to recent Disneyland visit recaps from the team plus their perspective on Disneyland news. Michael’s Disneyland History Segments

07/29/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by the DIS Unplugged: Disneyland Edition team to give an update on where they've been and some of their favorite memories. Michael’s Disneyland History Segments

07/22/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig wrap up their conversation with Jim Corks and their discussion of the history of Disney Cruise Line his book, Hidden Treasures of the Disney Cruise Line. Hidden Treasures of the Disney Cruise Line

07/15/22 - 07/08/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Colin Ayres to finish their discussion on Disney and the connection to Wizard of Oz. OzCon International Information

07/08/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Colin Ayres to discuss Disney and the connection to Wizard of Oz - yes, it goes behind Return to Oz and Oz The Great and Powerful! OzCon International Information

07/01/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined once again by Jim Corks to discuss his book, Hidden Treasures of the Disney Cruise Line, and the history of Disney Cruise Line! Hidden Treasures of the Disney Cruise Line

06/24/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Jim Corks to discuss his book, Hidden Treasures of the Disney Cruise Line, and the history of Disney Cruise Line! Hidden Treasures of the Disney Cruise Line

06/17/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue their series on Walt's Nine Old Men by discussing Eric Larson - the animator who worked on Figaro, A Dream is a Wish Your Heart Makes, and so many more important characters and sequences. Books/Magazines The Nine Old Men: Lessons, Techniques, and Inspiration from Disney’s Great Animators by And…

06/10/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss how Walt Disney's classic movie Treasure Island came to life and the different iterations of the story that you can watch, plus this week in Disney history and more! Books/Magazines Walt Disney and Live Action: The Disney Studio’s Live-Action Features of the 1950s and 60s by John G. West Website…

06/03/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the history of Tom Sawyer Island at Disneyland Park and Craig shares some of the experience of being on Tom Sawyer Island at Walt Disney World, plus This Week in Disney History and more! SOURCES Books/Magazines The “E” Ticket Magazine Number 37: Tom Sawyer Island A Historical Tour of Walt Disney…

04/08/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the history of the Matterhorn Bobsleds attraction at Disneyland along with the changes through the years. SOURCES Books/Magazines The “E” Ticket Magazine Number 42: Disneyland’s Matterhorn Bobsleds Websites/Articles The Walt Disney Family Museum Blog Artifactual: The Mighty Matterhorn The Disney…

04/01/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the history of Test Track at EPCOT from its troubled start to the current iteration of the attraction. Sources: Books The EPCOT Explorer’s Encyclopedia: A Guide to Walt Disney World’s Greatest Theme Park by R.A. Pedersen Websites/Articles History in Motion Part I: Epcot’s Legendary Lost Masterpi…

03/25/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Marcy Carrier Smothers to discuss her book "Walt's Disneyland: A Walk in the Park with Walt Disney" and what to expect from Marcy next! Marcy Carriker Smothers Website and Links to Books

03/18/22 - In this episode, we present an archived episode discussing New Orleans Square at Disneyland Park!

03/11/22 - In this episode, Michael discusses two different Walt Disney Family Museum Happily Ever After Hours events he attended featuring Leonard Maltin and Randi Hiller!

03/04/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined by Dave Bossert to discuss The House of the Future and the book he is working on that you can help back through IndieGoGo. The House of the Future Book Dave Bossert's Website Dave Bossert's Skull Rock Podcast

02/25/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss two attractions from the early days of Frontierland at Disneyland - the Disneyland Pack Mules and Mark Fink Keel Boats. Books/Magazines The Disneyland Story: The Unofficial Guide to the Evolution of Walt Disney’s Dream by Sam Gennawey The “E” Ticket Magazine, Number 43 (Pack Mules) The “E” Ticke…

02/18/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the history of another opening day EPCOT Center attraction - World of Motion! Sources for this week's show: Books The EPCOT Explorer’s Encyclopedia – A Guide to Walt Disney World’s Greatest Theme Park by R.A. Pedersen Walt Disney’s EPCOT Center: Creating the New World of Tomorrow with text by Ri…

02/11/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig talk to Spencer Wright, author of the book Voices Behind the Magic, about some of the celebrities that voiced the most memorable Disney characters over the years. Voices Behind the Magic Book Facebook: Spencer Wright, Author Instagram: @overlookeddis

02/04/22 - In this episode, Michael discusses panels he attended about Disney's Encanto as well as Zorro!

01/28/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig finish their recap of Destination D23 2021 discussing panels on Disney+, Walt Disney World's 50th anniversary, Disney Parks music, and more!

01/21/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue their recap of Destination D23 2021 moving into the afternoon session with panels on Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, park entertainment, and Encanto!

01/14/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig recap the first morning of the first day of Destination D23 2021, which focused heavily on news from around Disney Parks, Disney Cruise Line, and more!

01/07/22 - In this episode, Michael and Craig look at the history and uniqueness of King Arthur Carrousel at Disneyland and Prince Charming Regal Carrousel at Magic Kingdom!

11/26/21 - In this episode, Michael and Craig share their best memories from visiting Disney Parks during the holidays before reading and listening to your memories!

11/19/21 - In this episode, Michael finishes recapping the panels he attended during the Give Kids the World DIS Family Reunion focusing on Tony Baxter, Jason Surrell, and more!

11/12/21 - In this episode, Michael has the chance to interview Disney Legend Tony Baxter and former Disney Imagineer and Author Jason Surrell during the Give Kids the World DIS Fam Reunion!

11/05/21 - In this episode, Michael discusses half of the panels he was able to attend during the inaugural Give Kids the World DIS Family Reunion with special guests like Pat Sajak, Lee Cockerll, Dan Cockerell, and more!

10/29/21 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the tombstones found at The Haunted Mansion in Disneyland and Florida and who they pay tribute to in this special Halloween episode!