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"Experience the magic of Disney, Marvel, Pixar, and Star Wars like never before! Tune into Walt's Apartment Productions for all the latest news, stories, and updates from the world of Disney - from the parks to the movies and everything in between. Join us now and never miss another moment of the magic!" Check out all of our incredible shows in our feed. The Mad Tea Party, The Tribe, Knights of the Rogue Republic, Extra Magic Hour, Imagine That, The Disney Universe Podcast, DU Tiki Cast, and Walts Apartment Live. As always, we hope you enjoy the view from Walt's A...
Extra Magic Hour - News Soarin' from Around the World
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We're back with some topics that take us to Disney Parks around the world. Plus some updates to Universal Studios & Epic Universe in Orlando. We hope you enjoy the show
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DU Episode #180: Tron Ares Review
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We're back to the grid with our Tron Ares Review! In this episode we're joined by our good friends Jason & Steve from Signs of Amusement and Discovered Magic. We all nerd out on this great movie and the World of Tron in general and hope you'll enjoy the show!
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Imagine That: Ep. 41 - Disney X Horror Nights: A Blue Sky Armchair Imagineering Session
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In this episode of Imagine That!, Amanda, Kevin, and Kim (the full Where In The Park crew!) dream up a Disney version of Halloween Horror Nights — complete with scare zones, haunted mazes, attraction overlays, shows, and villain-fueled chaos.
From Sid’s Backyard and Ursula’s Revenge, to a Villains Land backstory and the World Between Worlds Star Wars haunt, the team pulls from every corner of the Disney universe — Pixar, Marvel, 20th Century, and beyond. Expect scares, laughs, and a few “thi...
TikiCast 40: Drunken Gentleman
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Aloha everybody, we're finally back! We have a fun show. We're joined by Josh of Drunken Gentleman, a great brand based out of the Orange County area. We have a great conversation about his company, tiki life, and a new project coming out soon called Last Call Society. So grab yourself a drink, relax, and enjoy the show!
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Walt's Apartment Live-Mouse Con Pregame
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We’re excited to welcome Steve from Mouse-Con to Walt’s Apartment! He’ll be joining us to share all the details about the upcoming Mouse-Con event — from special guests and panels to vendors, collectibles, and everything Disney fans won’t want to miss.
Join us live for a fun and informative night full of Disney fandom, community, and excitement. Bring your questions for Steve and be part of the conversation!
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Imagine That: Ep. 40 - Yale Gracey: Master Illusionist
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Join Amanda, Kevin, and Sam as they shine a light on the life and legacy of Disney Imagineer Yale Gracey, the creative genius behind many of the Haunted Mansion’s most iconic illusions and other attractions like Pirates of the Caribbean and beyond. From ghostly apparitions to brilliant projection effects, Gracey’s imagination continues to inspire Imagineers and fans alike.
⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode contains a brief discussion of Yale Gracey’s tragic and unsolved death. The episode as a whole focuses on his life, artistry, and influence, but listen...
DU #179: Celebrating Toy Story's 30th with John Morris
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We're back with another great one! In this episode we celebrate the 30th anniversary of the icon and ground breaking Pixar classic, Toy Story. And we are excited to be joined by John Morris who voiced Andy in the first 3 Toy Story films. He tells us about his experience, favorite memories, and recent happenings. It's a fun conversation that we know you'll enjoy!
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Walt's Apartment Presents- The Tribe: When the Avengers Turn Ugly- Marvel Zombies Episodes 1-2
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Join us on this special episode as your host, Sam, and special guest Sean from Magic on Main Street confront one of the grimmest corners of the MCU-verse: Marvel Zombies. We dig into Episodes 1 and 2 of the series, unpacking what works, what utterly shocks, and how the familiar heroes we know become something far more horrifying. We’ll talk survivors (Kamala Khan, Kate Bishop, Riri Williams), we’ll explore zombie versions of icons, we’ll explore apocalypse world-building and pacing, and we’ll ask: is this a re-imagining of “What If…?” turned max horror — o...
Extra Magic Hour - The Price of Magic & The Fall of Springfield
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It’s a wild week in the world of theme parks! We’re unpacking Disney’s new round of price increases on both coasts— from tickets, Lightning Lane passes, and more. Plus news and updates of the week around the Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World. Then we head over to Universal, with a recap of Halloween Horror Nights in Hollywood, and discuss the future of The Simpsons.
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Extra Magic Hour -Scooby-Doo FanFest Nights, Universal’s Krampus & New Disneyland Musical Casting!
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This week we’re covering all the latest in theme park and Disney news! From the spooky new Scooby-Doo X Monsters experience at FanFest Nights and Universal Horror Unleashed: Krampus & Kin to exciting casting opportunities for Disneyland’s upcoming musical, there’s so much happening. Plus, we break down the Level 99 opening at Disney Springs and the hilarious new Marvel comedy show coming to Disney Cruise Line. If you love Disney, Universal, and everything in between, this episode is packed with news, updates, and fun fan insights!
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Imagine That: Ep. 39 - The Rockwork Architect: The Life and Legacy of Fred Joerger
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Get ready to ROCK with Sam, Kevin, and Amanda as we honor the legacy of Fred Joerger—the rockwork artist and model builder who helped shape the very foundation of Disneyland. From miniature models of Sleeping Beauty Castle to the towering peaks of the Matterhorn and Big Thunder Mountain, Fred’s work turned blueprints and concept art into believable masterpieces. We explore his career before, during, and after his time as an Imagineer, and how his fingerprints continue to tell stories at the parks today. Then, in our Imagineering Armchair segment, we drea...
DU Epiosode #178: DU2U with AJ Wolfe
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Welcome back to the DU! We finally introduce you to our re-themed segment, DU2U. This is our Disney Adult feature where we highlight a special guest and how they bring the Disney Universe to you. Hand we have the perfect first guest. She literally wrote the book on Disney Adults, AJ Wolfe of The Disney Food Blog. We discuss the amazing and fan favorite site she created as well as her new book " Disney Adults: Exploring ( And Falling In Love With ) A Magical Subculture. It was such a fun conversation. Plus, a...
Walt's Apartment Presents- Amber, The Wine Country Mom Is Back!
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We’re excited to welcome back our friend Amber from The Wine Country Moms Blog! She takes us inside her latest Disney adventures, from the magic and inclusivity of Pride Night to the spooky thrills of Oogie Boogie Bash and the unforgettable celebration of the Disneyland 70th Anniversary.
Don’t miss her stories, laughs, and the Disney magic that keeps us all coming back for more!
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Extra Magic Hour - Halloween Movies at Downtown Disney + LEGOLAND’s New Coaster
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 This week, we cover Halloween movies lighting up Downtown Disney, LEGOLAND’s brand-new coaster, exciting Encanto updates, and the latest SeaWorld member perks—before diving into another fun-filled trip report from Kevin and Amanda!
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Extra Magic Hour - Epic U & Double D's (Disney Parks & Dollywood)
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Welcome back to EMH! We have a fun and loaded show this week with topics from Anaheim, Orlando, Nashville, Hong Kong, and even the seas. Plus an EPIC Trip Report from our good friends Kevin & Amanda of Where in the Park.
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Imagine That: Ep. 38 - The Magician of Mechanics: Wathel Rogers
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 Join Sam, Kevin, and Amanda as we celebrate the incredible legacy of Wathel Rogers—Disney’s animatronic pioneer and the man behind some of the most lifelike, magical movements ever created in the parks. From his early days sculpting miniatures and building models, to helping bring the Tiki Room birds, Abraham Lincoln, and Carousel of Progress to life, we explore how this tinkerer became one of the most essential “magicians” behind Disney magic. Then it’s time for another Imagineering Armchair session—this time, we imagine an Audio-Animatronics 101 experience, the return of Golden D...
DU Episode #177: Destination D23 Breakdown
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Welcome back to the DU! In this episode Joey & Ryan breakdown the latest announcements and happenings from Destination D23 in Orlando. Lot's of stuff we're excited about. We hope you enjoy the show!
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Extra Magic Hour - Castles & Cobwebs
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Join us this week as we explore the dazzling debut of what will become Disney’s brand-new castle in Abu Dhabi, dive into all the frightful fun and magical moments of the Halloween season at Disneyland Paris, and get an insider trip review from Courtney on her spook-tacular experience at Oogie Boogie Bash. From glittering turrets to haunted streets and villainous encounters, this episode is packed with fresh Disney magic, festive tips, and first-hand stories that will transport you right into the heart of the celebration.
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Extra Magic Hour -Unlocking the Extra Magic: Our Destination D23 Recap
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Join us as we break down all the latest updates from Destination D23! From exciting new announcements, sneak peeks into what’s next for the Disney parks and films, and behind-the-scenes looks at Imagineering’s creative process, we’re covering it all. Whether it’s upcoming attractions, special events, or surprising reveals, we’ll share our favorite highlights and what they could mean for the future of Disney magic.
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Walt's Apartment Presents- Knights Of The Rogue Republic
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The Knights are back! In this episode, we go over some of the latest news from a galaxy far, far away. From casting news, release dates, controversial settlements, and more. However, to highlight the show, Courtney discusses her experience at San Diego Comic-Con and the big George Lucas Museum panel. You're going to love it!
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Imagine That Ep. 37 - "The Model Maker": Honoring the Legacy of Harriet Burns
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Join Sam, Kevin, and Amanda as we celebrate the remarkable legacy of Harriet Burns—Disney’s very first female Imagineer in a creative role and the meticulous model maker behind some of Disneyland’s most iconic attractions through craftsmanship, storytelling, and making fabrics and paint come alive in new ways. Then it’s time for another Imagineering Armchair session—where we dream up new experiences inspired by Harriet’s hands-on approach, including an immersive behind-the-scenes tour and a reimagined Tiki Room that brings her signature sparkle to life. We invite you to become Armch...
Extra Magic Hour - Disney Princess Week Meets Halloween Horror Night
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This week we’re diving into all the magic and thrills across the parks and beyond! We’re celebrating Disney Princess Week with royal spotlights, marking the upcoming anniversary of Tokyo DisneySea with a look at what’s to come at one of the most beautiful parks ever built, and exploring the latest Food & Wine Festival merchandise that fans are buzzing about. Plus, we’ll take a spooky turn as we talk about the eerie new “Deathly Afraid” necklace at Halloween Horror Nights—an accessory with a chilling story behind it. From fairytales to...
Walt's Apartment Presents- So Cal Disney Dad
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Join us as we welcome Traver from So Cal Disneydad to Walt's Apartment Presents. Traver has an amazing YouTube channel covering all things Southern California amusement parks, mostly the Disneyland Resort. Sam and Shawn learn all about how Traver started his channel, his favorites, and some pro tips as well. We hope you can join us, and as always, we hope you enjoy the view from Walt's Apartment.Â
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DU Episode #176: Disney/Pixar Bracket Showdown
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Welcome back! In this episode we go through a big Disney & Pixar movie bracket. It's a fun time discussing and choosing these classic films until we eventually choose a winner. Play along if you're able and enjoy the show!
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Extra Magic Hour - Disney Parks News Explosion!
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We're back with another fun show for you all! This week we're staying in the Disney resorts as there was a big drop of news at both the Disneyland & WDW resorts. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the show!
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Imagine That Ep. 36: Shaping a Colorful World: The Life and Legacy of Mary Blair
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Join Sam, Kevin, and Amanda as we celebrate the brilliant imagination of Mary Blair—the visionary artist whose bold use of color and shape transformed Disney animation, theme parks, and storytelling forever. From her work on Cinderella and Peter Pan to the iconic design of it’s a small world, we dive into her artistic legacy and her one-of-a-kind impact on Disney history. Then it’s time for another Imagineering Armchair session—this time, we reimagine attractions through Mary’s whimsical lens, and dream up new ways to bring her playful, storybook style to l...
Walt's Apartment Presents- Magic On Mainstreet Podcast.
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This week, for another episode of Walt's Apartment Presents, we welcome Tabitha and Sean from Magic on Main Street. We dive into how they met, their love of Disney, and how and why they started a Disney channel. We also had an interesting conversation about "influencers." We hope you can join us, and as always, we hope you enjoy the view from Walt's Apartment.Â
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Walt's Apartment Live- Citrico Central
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Join us live in Walt’s Apartment as we welcome Abby and George from Citrico Central to the show. We will talk about all of Disney, from the studios to the parks. We got you covered. We hope you can join us, and as always, we hope you enjoy the view from Walt’s Apartment
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Extra Magic Hour - Spooky Merch & Sweet Wishes
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This week, we’re diving into all the fall magic hitting the parks and beyond! From spooky new Oogie Boogie Bash and runDisney Halloween merchandise, to Disney celebrating its incredible 170,000th Make-A-Wish granted. Over at Universal, Passholder Appreciation Days are about to be in full swing, and EPCOT’s Food & Wine Festival is serving up some tempting new menu items this year. Grab your ears (and maybe a fork!) as we break down the latest in theme park news and must-have merch.
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Walt's Apartment Presents- The Magic Mapper App!
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Join us for another episode of Walt's Apartment Presents. Shawn and Joey are joined by Anna and Artur from The Magic Mapper App. A brand new app designed to enhance your visit to the parks in a whole new way. This is such a great idea, and we can't wait to share it with you all. We hope you enjoy, and as always. We hope you enjoy the view from Walt's Apartment.Â
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...Extra Magic Hour - It's Augtober, Spooky Season Starts Now!
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Welcome back to EMH. This week, the Halloween season officially kicks off, and we have many fun topics to discuss. From pirate bars to spooky foods. Terror Trams and construction lands, it's a fun show!
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Walt's Apartment Live 08/06/2025 Season Six Kick Off
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Join us for our weekly live show as we kick off Season 6 of WAP. We will talk about all things Disney and honor our co-founder and friend. The Late Great Chris Brown. We hope to see you and as always. We hope you enjoy the view from Walt’s Apartment.Â
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Imagine That Ep. 35: Tracks, Tools, and Innovation: Roger Broggie’s Mechanical Magic
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Join Sam, Kevin, and Amanda as we honor the pioneering legacy of Roger Broggie—Walt Disney’s go-to mechanical mastermind and the very first Imagineer. From model trains to groundbreaking ride systems, we explore how Broggie helped bring Walt’s boldest ideas to life and laid the foundation for Imagineering as we know it. Then, it’s time for another Imagineering Armchair session inspired by Broggie’s love of transportation, innovation, and mechanical magic. We invite you to become Armchair Imagineers with us! Share your thoughts and join the conversation about this episode an...
Extra Magic Hour - Sailing into Villainy, Pass Perks & Holiday Magic
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In this episode, we dive into the exciting updates from Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, the Disney Destiny, themed around heroes and villains with immersive storytelling, Marvel flair, and all-new entertainment. We also break down the latest passholder exclusives from SeaWorld and Six Flags, including free guest tickets, surprise rewards, and expanded park access across North America. Plus, we unwrap early details on this year’s holiday celebrations.
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DU Episode #175: Treasure Island 75th Anniversary
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Welcome to a very swashbuckling show! In this episode, we have a fun conversation about the 75th anniversary of Walt Disney's first live action movie Treasure Island. We discuss our rewatch and history of this trailblazing film along with it's inspiration for continued pirate stories at the parks and back to the big screen. We hope you enjoy this pirate filled show!
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Extra Magic Hour- Fantastic News & Fall Magic in the Parks
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In this episode, we dive into fantastic news—literally! We’re talking about the Fantastic Four making their way to Disneyland, plus all the exciting merchandise you can expect to see. We also dish on the Halloween merchandise and foodie finds already creeping into the parks, and why you might want to start your fall wish list early. Over at Hollywood Studios, The Magic of Animation is coming to life—and we’re breaking down what that might mean for Disney fans…And don’t miss Kevin and Amanda’s review of the new Walt Disne...
Imagine That-A Legend in Motion: Honoring Bob Gurr
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Join Louis, Sam, Kevin, and Amanda as we celebrate the legendary Bob Gurr—the engineering genius behind everything from the Monorail to the Doom Buggies. We’ll explore his groundbreaking contributions to Disney parks and transportation systems, and reflect on how his innovations continue to shape the guest experience today. Then, it’s time for another Imagineering Armchair session—this time, we dream up a thrilling new attraction that takes guests from blueprint to ride vehicle, inspired by Gurr’s hands-on approach and fearless creativity. We invite you to become Armchair Imagineers with us! S...
DU Episode #174- The Council of Disney Adults
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We're back with a fun and loaded episode! First of all, this show is our 9th anniversary special. And for this special show, we call on some friends to join us and form The Council of Disney Adults! We're joined by Mark & Becky of the LeavingToday Podcast, Courtney from Neverland Clubhouse, Amanda from Where in the Park, & our DU Crew buddy Jacob. We go over the stigma of being a Disney Adult, from the negatives and hating on to what we do and love about being one. We hope you enjoy this episode a...
Extra Magic Hour-A Love Letter to Disneyland
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In this special birthday episode, we’re throwing pixie dust in the air and celebrating the happiest place on Earth — Disneyland! Join us as we take a magical journey through the park’s history, explore how Disney has celebrated its biggest milestones, and share unforgettable ways you can join the party.
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Extra Magic Hour - A Verse, A Virtual Queue and a Very Merry Christmas
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In this episode, we’re diving into the new verse added to It’s a Small World—the final gift from Disney Legend Richard Sherman. We’ll also break down the virtual queue system for Disneyland’s newest show Walt Disney – A Magical Life, preview all the festive fun coming to Walt Disney World this holiday season, and spotlight the hottest SeaWorld ticket deals happening right now. Whether you’re planning a trip or just staying in the loop, we’ve got the magic, memories, and money-saving tips you need!
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