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The AudPod27: Firebird Hunting SZNPlayoff Fever: Humphreys is Back & The G.R.O.A.T. Vote ContinuesIn this episode, Andrew and Justin discuss Christian Humphreys' unexpected return to Kitchener and analyze the impact he has brought to the team. They dive into the ongoing G.R.O.A.T. (Greatest Ranger Of All Time) vote, shout out the amazing player cards created by Ken Born, and talk about the Kitchener Rangers' impressive season, which includes hitting 100 points for the fourth time in franchise history. The hosts also preview the first round of the playoffs, including the match...2025-03-2837 minThe AudPod22: Brad Boys for LifeTough Losses, Big Wins, and Celebrating Our AudBall CommunityHey AudBalls! In this episode, we're celebrating some huge news with our coaching staff re-signing for at least two more years! We also recap a tough weekend of games against Kingston, Ottawa, and Peterborough—discussing everything from unexpected penalties to standout performances. Plus, we give a special shout-out to our amazing community and our very first piece of fan art! Don't miss our in-depth analysis and G.R.O.A.T. nomination for one of the greatest NHLers . Join us and see how the rest of the season sh...2025-02-2140 minThe AudPod15: Holiday Extravaganza!It’s the AudBall's last episode of the year and so in honour of the upcoming holiday break, they look back at the first half of the Kitchener Rangers season. Stories are told, trade deadline is discussed and the 1st Annual AudPodies are awarded.
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(00:00) - Intro
(01:47) - Twas the Night Before the Holiday Break
(04:08) - The Season So Far
(05:35) - Sticks in the City
(14:41) - World Juniors Tournament
(15:28) - The 1st Annual Audpodies!
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What I Meant to SayAn Athlete’s Guide to Thriving - Mind, Body & Spirit with Audrey BaldwinFor more inspired edutainment, visit: www.bebettermedia.tvKey Points, Top Takeaways and Memorable Quotes “I just wanted to keep playing and get better for me.” 12:46“It’s more than a game, it’s beyond the game and what you’re learning in sport applies to everything in your life.” 16:51“How you do one thing is how you do everything.” 17:04“Sports exposes who you are and allows you the chance to change it.” 21:00“I think to get to an elite status you have to have this sort of obsession with it.” 33...2024-04-1056 min
The Athlete ConfidentialSecret Life of a Professional Athlete ft. Audrey Baldwin Audrey Baldwin, a former professional soccer player with over nine years of experience overseas, shares her unfiltered journey through the highs and lows of the game. Audrey takes us behind the scenes, revealing the challenges and pressures she faced navigating different teams, contracts, and countries. From the exhilaration of victory to the agony of countless injuries, Audrey shares the untold stories that lie beyond the spotlight of professional athletics.Instagram: @audball_00Go to https://betterhelp.com/athleteconfidential for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who wi...2024-04-071h 04
The Full 90' PodcastImproving on 2/3 with Audrey BaldwinAudrey joins the Full 90' again to discuss her financial journey through football!
We discuss her various contracts across several countries, hitting some of the highlights rather than a full deep dive. We discuss her first contract, Champions League specific contract, best contract, and her favorite contract!
We also try to discuss differences in facilities and club resources across the various clubs and countries!
I hope you are enjoying the show! If you are, please be sure to leave us a rating and review...2023-06-2318 minThe Full 90' Podcast13 Teams in 8 Countries with Audrey BaldwinAudrey joins the Full 90' Podcast to talk about her crazy journey through football!!
Throughout her career as a goalkeeper, Audrey has played in 13 teams across 8 different countries! She has some crazy stories and experiences that she was willing to share in a very real way!
Audrey talks about her youth upbringing, not truly taking football seriously until her junior year of high school. Audrey then decided, almost last minute, to play football in college; actually transferring schools twice. Once finishing school, Audrey didn't necessarily chase a dream, she...2023-06-231h 28
Slice of Disney80. Remembering Rolly CrumpTaking a step aside from our usual format, this episode of Slice of Disney, we're remembering Disney Legend Rolly Crump! He has always been one of our favorite imagineers to cover, with a quirky artistic style and humble personality, we know you love him too. Rest in Peace, Rolly, you are missed!2023-04-141h 06
Dinner at Your Place?Candice Conner - She Is Risen Another "Dinner at Your Place?" holiday episode sees a repeat guest in Candice Conner come back to the chair on Easter Sunday.Candice and Danny were headed to a dinner so no food was requested but chocolate is heavy on hand as Candice talks about a recent romantic letdown, the power of writing a letter, and how lighting stuff on fire can be even more powerful.Support Candice: Instagram: @bycandicestudiosThe design team behind Candice's rebrand is The Aud...2023-04-1040 minSlice of Disney79. The PeopleMoverOn this episode, we're discussing the development, creation and evolution of a crowd favorite - the PeopleMover! From it's origin back in the 60's, to the updates our favorite CEO tried to make popular, to our favorite segment, Disney on Yelp - this one has it all!2023-02-1451 minSlice of Disney78. ESPN Wild World of Sports Complex - and GO DAWGS!On the morning of this years college championship football game, we're bringing you a Slice of Disney on ESPN's Wide World of Sports! Why did this complex end up in the court system? Who's to blame? And how did it save sports during the pandemic? All this, plus a hearty helping of sports talk! Also, just for Kelly, everyone should pull for Georgia tonight in the championship game - Go Dawgs!2023-01-0950 min
The Wheel Weaves Podcast: A Wheel of Time PodcastEp. 911 - WH Ch. 15: In Need of a Bellfounder & Ch. 16: An Unexpected EncounterIn this episode, Dani and Brett discuss Chapters 15 and 16 of Winter's Heart.NOTE: For Ad-Free Episodes, 100+hrs of Bonus Content and More - Visit our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thewheelweavespodcastFind us on our Instagram, Twitter, YouTube & Website, and join the conversation on Discord!We would like to acknowledge and thank our Executive Producers Brandy and Aaron Kirkwood, Sean McGuire, Janes, Albert Lorenzo, LightBlindedFool, Green Man, Kristen Gilreath and Deyvis Ferreira!Thank you to A Jeanius and Audball for supporting us on Patreon! We really appreciate the support and generosity! The Wheel Weaves is...2022-12-171h 16Slice of Disney77. Disney Sorcerer's Arena: Epic Alliances with game designer Sean "Fletch" Fletcher!We're thrilled to be talking with game designer Sean Fletcher this week, all about Disney Sorcerer's Arena: Epic Alliances! We learn about what it takes to create a game with Disney IP, what makes it so replayable, and about the exciting tournament announced today! It's a really fun episode that crosses over between Kelly and Will's obsession, so they both get to geek out a little. For more information on the road to GenCon tournament series, check out their page here!2022-12-1626 minSlice of Disney76. Dapper Day with Match Accessories!On this episode of Slice of Disney we talk Dapper Day with Match Accessories! Jeremy and Sam talk to us about their Disney style romance, the origins of Dapper Day, and how you can participate the next time you're around. Plus they share their love of making accessories - and how they gained a following of their own! Be sure to go to https://matchaccessories.com/ to pick up your own stylish accessories, and use discount code SLICE fpr 25% off - while it lasts!2022-11-0548 minSlice of Disney75. The Haunted Mansion Part 4: Walt's Final InfluencesOn this episode of Slice of Disney, we're back to Kelly's favorite - The Haunted Mansion! Get back in your Doom Buggy as we walk you through the last years of Walt's life, his influences on the attraction, how Rolly Crump continued to design out-of-this-world scenes - and the real way to pronounce Rolly. 2022-09-1950 minSlice of Disney74. AutopiaHave you ever dreamed of driving to Disneyland and then driving inside the parks? Do you obsess over cars and the evolution of them? Have you dreamed of the classic Honda color blue? If so, we've got the podcast episode for you! This week on Slice of Disney, we break down the iconic Autopia, all the places it's been, and perhaps the best Disney on Yelp to date!2022-08-121h 10Slice of DisneySlice of SURVIVOR: With Ivan LadizinskyThis episode of Slice of Disney is a Will Takeover! We are joined by long time editor and storyteller of the series Survivor. From how the show - and the editors - changed reality television, to just how real the craziest moments are, Ivan breaks it down. Truly a pleasure of an interview, and an episode even the non-Survivor fans will love. 2022-07-151h 06Slice of DisneyThe Great Movie RideWe're talking an all time classic, The Great Movie Ride! From the raininy streets of Hollywood, to the intergalactic frights of the USS Nostromo, we take a tour through the silver screen. Brought to us by one of our favorite CEO's, and a littany of litigation, this classic has quite the tale behind it. Listen and find out why!2022-06-011h 22Slice of Disney71. The First Lady of Imagineering - with Granddaughter Haley Clair!On today's episode of Slice of Disney, we welcome guest Haley Clair - true Disney royalty! The granddaughter of Disney Legend Harriet Burns shares with us what it's like growing up with someone who helped make the parks, all the fun behind the scenes mementos, and even shares some of Harriets favorite Walt stories. Trust us, you don't want to miss it! You can find more of Haley here, check out her music video here, or learn more about Harriet Burns here. 2022-04-2755 minSlice of Disney70. Splash Mountain 2: What They Don't Want You To KnowThis episode on Slice of Disney, we talk through the darker side of Splash Mountain - from some stories you've heard of, to others that have been forgotten - to, surprisingly, six flags in the 60's! Content warning: This episode deals with conversations around addiction, drug use and racism.2022-04-0649 minSlice of Disney69. Splash Mountain (Part 1)This episode, we finally tackle an attraction we've had on our radar since the beginning - Splash Mountain! In part 1, we detail the history of the development, the strike that coincided with construction, and how Michael Eisner almost saved it from controversy. For more reading on the problematic nature ofSplash Mountain and Song of the South, you can find that at Screen Crush or Frommer's.2022-02-1149 minSlice of Disney68. Top 5 BEST Disney Movies featuring Franchise Unpacked!To kick off 2022, we wanted to do something a little different! We got together with our friends David and Zac with the Franchise Unpacked podcast, and debated TO THE DEATH the best disney movies of all time. And after you listen to this Slice of Disney? Head on over to their feed to hear the top five worst! You can find them here! And as always, check out our website and patreon here!2022-01-2539 minSlice of Disney67. Country Bear JamboreeThis week on Slice of Disney, we're talking the Country Bear Jamboree! A weird, delightful artifact from an attempt to make a Disney Ski Resort? It's a doozy, but honestly might be Will's new favorite attraction. Listen to find out why!2021-12-1449 min
The Boss & The Pleb PodcastTop iOS Games of 2021, Kojima New Groove & Halo Sweat - 12/04/21Sweet Audball has a new PlayStation sweat shirt, don’t be jelly. We sound off on Halo, YouTube Gaming and Hideo Kojima. Suggestion: suck down some G Fuel for this one.
2021-12-0435 minSlice of Disney66. VIP Tours and Guest Relations with Victoria!This week we are thrilled to be joined by former cast member Victoria! She shares some of the strangest guest relations complaints, what it's like to go to the Disney college program, and the perks (and guests) behind the pricey VIP Tours. All that, and the strange circumstances that brought Kelly and Victoria together, this week on Slice of Disney! -- Slice of Disney is hosted by Kelly Washington, co-hosted and edited by Will Lentz. To find more, visit www.sliceofdisney.com 2021-11-231h 00Slice of Disney65. The Magic Kingdom and Walt Disney World - Part 2We're back for the final part of our Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Celebration! After the tragic passing of Walt Disney himself, would the company find a way to make his dream come true? Who would step up and make it happen? Just how much money did tickets cost back then compared to now? And what exactly is an E Ticket? All this and more on this week's Slice of Disney! -- Slice of Disney is hosted by Kelly Washington, co-hosted and edited by Will Lentz. To find more, visit www.sliceofdisney.com 2021-11-021h 02Slice of Disney64. Haunted Mansion part 4: A History Sparks a Fandom - with Jeff BahamThis episode we are joined by the founder of doombuggies.com, author of The Unauthorized Story of Walt Disney's Haunted Mansion, podcaster, collector and all around great guy, Jeff Baham! He sheds a light on what the imagineers say about working on Haunted Mansion, why it might've ended up in the parks in the fist place, and if it's time to make some changes to the content!2021-10-211h 06Slice of Disney63. The Magic Kingdom and Walt Disney World - Part 1For the 50th anniversary, we're breaking down the beginning of The Magic Kingdom and Walt Disney World! There was so much to pack into this episode, we called an audible on air and broke it into two. For part 1, we talk about the decision to go to Florida, how Disney purchased the land while staying incognito, and how Walt's visions for Epcot kept him going, until he tragically passed at the age of 65. -- Slice of Disney is hosted by Kelly Washington, co-hosted and edited by Will Lentz. To find more, visit www...2021-10-061h 02Slice of Disney62. Test TrackThis week on Slice of Disney, we're talking the 90's hit attraction Test Track! From it's origin at the world's fair, to the latest updates, we cover the span of more than fifty years! And also really struggle with doing mental math. It's a really fun episode, for a really fun attraction - enjoy! -- Slice of Disney is hosted by Kelly Washington, co-hosted and edited by Will Lentz. To find more, visit www.sliceofdisney.com 2021-09-211h 14Slice of Disney61. The Disney Gays with Josh and TylerThis week we were thrilled to be joined by The Disney Gays! They talk to us about how to best enjoy the parks, even when everything isn't going perfectly - as well as their journey to becoming Disney content creators, and the progress the company has made towards important social issues. Plus they're super fun to talk to! Get to know them more here! Or check out all their links here!2021-09-081h 05Slice of Disney60. Haunted Mansion Part 3: Imagineers, Assemble!We're back for another Kelly Washington birthday! This time, we're on part three of the Haunted Mansion. It was an attraction Walt knew he wanted, but for years could never crack - and in this episode, we're taking you deep into the team of imagineers tasked with bringing the iconic attraction to life. Special note for Kelly: Happy birthday! Everyone go to instagram and wish her happy birthday! For as much grief as I give her on the show, she's truly a treasure to work - and be friends - with. Thanks for another year of SoD!2021-08-2551 minSlice of Disney59. Loving Theme Parks - with For the Love of Theme Parks!We're taking a step outside of the Disney parks this episode (but not for too long, we're in Disney too!) and we bring in the heavy hitters - we were thrilled to be joined by Ryan and Isabelle from For the Love of Theme Parks! We discuss the undisputed best dessert at Disney, the fastpass hamburger theory, and Kelly makes a reluctant admission about Universal... at least, I think she does? To see the Hamburger theory, check out their tiktok! Go here to see all the rest of their content, but first check out their...2021-08-101h 03Slice of Disney58. Kilimanjaro SafarisWe're going on a safari! On this episode of Slice of Disney, we dive deep into Disney's Animal Kingdom. Not only are there real, living breathing lions in the park, there's over 2 million plants, 1.5 million cubic yards of dirt, and even some poachers! At least at one point there was. Find out what's changed this week on Slice of Disney!2021-07-201h 03Slice of Disney57. Making Disney Content with Branden Harris of allidoisdisneySlice of Disney is joined today by Disney meme creator Branden Harris! They talk about the challenge around making content about something you love, what working as a cast member was like, and Disney cruises! Branden is a wonderful mix of Will and Kelly, and has a ton of cool perspectives on the parks - you're going to love it! To find his content, check out his instagram here! https://www.instagram.com/allidoisdisney/2021-07-0651 minSlice of Disney56. ExtraTERRORestrial Alien EncounterHappy birthday Will! On this years birthday episode, we are breaking down the scariest attraction to ever live in Magic Kingdom - the ExtraTERRORestrial Alien Encounter! How did a horror ride end up in the happiest place on earth? Is it obvious that Michael Eisner was behind it? And which one of our hosts went on it and which one was too scared? Listen and find out!2021-06-1655 minSlice of Disney55. Avengers Campus Opening Day!This week the Avengers assembled at Disneyland, and Kelly got to go experience it! There were a lot of cool touches, but honestly, a lot of misses too. Hear Kelly dip into the disappointed side, as she utters some of her harshest words yet about a Disney ride (comparing it to a... Universal attraction?) but also about all the cool characters you can run into, and the vibe in general.2021-06-0851 minSlice of Disney54. Patreon Sneak Peak! - Urban Legends at the ParksScheduling notice: Because of some podcast travel, we're going to be bringing you two episodes in the next two weeks - the 8th *and* 15th - but wanted to give you a little something to start your June off with! So here are a few of our favorite Urban Legends from the Disney parks - the full episode can be found on our Patreon! If you want to hear the full ep, you can find that along with our back exclusive eps at www.patreon.com/sliceofdisney - come join the family!2021-06-0113 minSlice of Disney53. The Big Thunder Prequel!This week we are going back in time and taking you on a journey to the wild west! What was frontier town like before Big Thunder Mountain Railroad? Did Walt straight up steal the idea from a boysenberry farm? What was the big deal with the Mine Train Through Nature's Wonderland? And how many colors were in the rainbow in the 1960's? Find out all this and more on Slice of Disney! 2021-05-1850 minSlice of Disney52. May the Fourth Be With You - with Andrew GodoskiWe're talking Star Wars this week with super fan and science fiction writer Andrew Godoski! Kelly and Andrew walk us through the fan experience at Galaxy's Edge, what it's like to build a lightsaber and droid, and what you can expect if you find yourself on Batuu. We'll be spending plenty of time in future eps dissecting the development of the land, but today is all about the fan experience. 2021-05-041h 02Slice of Disney51. One Year of Slice of Disney!We are opening our grab bag this week and catching up on one year of podcasting together - recording this time in person! We talk about our highlights from the year, our lowlights, big changes coming to Disney and Kelly's trip to Touch of Disney - and tease our special episode coming for May the Fourth. It's really nice to be back together, even if we have to record from a closet!2021-04-2738 minSlice of Disney50. Superstar LimoWhat happens when you mix a bunch of inside jokes, a real life tragedy, and Cher? You get the worst attraction in Disney history! This week we are thrilled to discuss the hidden gem 'Superstar Limo'! How did it go from a pretty solid sounding ride to an attraction that didn't last a year? Could it come back? And is there a yelp page? All this and more, on this weeks Slice of Disney!2021-04-131h 03Slice of Disney49. Kelly Goes to Disney WorldShe's coming home! This week on Slice of Disney, Kelly gives us the run down on her trip to Disney World. How safe did it feel? What can you expect to be different? And what should *you* do differently to make sure it's the best trip it can be, even with the current restrictions? All this, plus a very unusual Tower of Terror experience!2021-03-3147 minSlice of Disney48. Cooking at the Blue Bayou - with Chef Lora PeñalozaThis week on Slice of Disney, we are thrilled to be joined by Chef Lora Peñaloza! Chef Lora worked in the kitchen at the Blue Bayou, the highly in demand restaurant located in the Pirates of the Caribbean show room. She shares with us what it was like working in such a fast paced environment, the special perks afforded to cast members, and what her favorite thing to eat in the parks was. Plus, she guest judges our holiday bake off! If you want to judge it, check it out on our Instagram here!2021-03-2347 minSlice of Disney47. Trader Sam's Enchanted Tiki BarPack your adventuring gear, this week we're going to Trader Sam's! An interactive Tiki Bar and restaurant, this spot is a hidden gem - and it is full of hidden gems of its own. We talk you through the evolution of cocktails and tiki culture, before diving into the story of Trader Sam - the Forrest Gump of Disney IP! He's traveled with the likes of Indiana Jones, Jack Sparrow, and even one US President - it's a story you'll have to hear to believe!2021-03-161h 01Slice of Disney46. Big Thunder Mountain RailroadWelcome to the Wildest Podcast Episode in the Wilderness! This week on Slice of Disney we dive into Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. An attraction with a secretly 'scary' story, a development process that ignited an imagineer rivalry, and a goat chewing on dynamite - what more could you ask for?2021-03-091h 03Slice of Disney45. Animals at the Parks - with Rachael FigueroaThis week we are thrilled to be joined by former animal keeper and cast member, Rachael Figueroa! We talk to her about how you get to take care of animals all day, what's different about working for Disney compared to other Zoo's, and just what it is about Giraffe's that makes them so dang Charismatic. Rachael is a wealth of knowledge and has wit to boot, you're going to love her!2021-03-021h 02Slice of Disney44. Honey, I Shrunk the Audience!This week on Slice of Disney, we're talking about our first defunct ride, Honey, I Shrunk the Audience! Inspired by the 1980's surprise hit Honey, I Shrunk the Kids, it features a lot of the original cast and the illustrious Eric Idle. How did Eric get involved? Will they ever bring it back? And did the audience ever get un-shrunk? All this and more on this weeks episode!2021-02-231h 06Slice of Disney43. The Hall of Presidents - Part 2Happy Presidents Day! We're bringing you the second and final installment of our Hall of Presidents episodes. This week, we talk about the controversies the attraction generated, why it took two acts of congress to complete it, and what the future might hold in store - beyond a Joe Biden animatronic. All this, and the wildest Disney on Yelp yet!2021-02-161h 02Slice of DisneyPatreon Unlocked: Disney Thrill Ride BracketSlice of Disney now has a Patreon! Our first Patreon episode is coming to you free, here, on the Slice of Disney feed. On this episode, we crown the winner of our Disney Thrill Ride Bracket! What's the one thrill ride a first time visitor *has* to go on their first time to Disneyland and California Adventure? Which Mountain lasts the longest? Is Star Wars having 3 rides in the bracket an unfair advantage? And will our hosts get in a fight over Incredicoaster? See the full bracket here! To become a Patreon for f...2021-02-1253 minSlice of Disney42. Pandemic at the ParksThis week we are bringing you a different type of episode! We've been talking with Cast Members and guests to get the scoop on how Disney has handled the pandemic, what it's like to visit, and talk about whether or not we would go with the current restrictions (and honestly, the answers weren't what I was expecting). If you've been, reach out and share your experience with us, we would love to know! Also, to support cast members, check out the facebook group "Ear for Each Other" to see how!2021-02-0943 minSlice of Disney41. Storybook Land Canal BoatsThis week we open the pages of old stories and tour the scenes in our canal boats! Storybook Land Canal Boats brings your favorite Disney tales to life as you glide by and see intricate recreations of iconic settings - from Mr. Toad all the way to Frozen's Arendelle. What makes this ride the most romantic in the parks? Does Walt actually love miniatures? And how did it become known as 'the mud slide ride'? Find out on this weeks Slice of Disney!2021-02-021h 03Slice of Disney40. Disney Plus with Garytt Poirier of the DplusCASTFor our fortieth (!!) episode, we welcome Garytt Poirier fromt he DplusCAST to talk through his relationship to the parks, how Disney Plus came to dominate the streaming landscape, and what to expect from the platform in 2021. We also get into some of our favorite rewatchables on the platform, what's going to happen with the park annual passes, and if any of the Disney live action remakes are worth it. 2021-01-261h 04Slice of Disney39. The Hall of Presidents - Part 1In recognition of Inauguration Day we are talking the history Hall of Presidents! This audio animatronic show was conceptualized before the parks ever opened, but what took it so long to come to fruition? How were they planning on incorporating 'smell-o-vision'? All this, and you hear the grossest fun fact on Slice of Disney yet!2021-01-191h 00Slice of Disney38. Guardians of the Galaxy - Mission: BREAKOUT!We are kicking off 2021 in style! This week, we travel to outer space and get a private tour of the Collector's Collection - including five new exhibits, the Guardians of the Galaxy. But before we do, we honor imagineering legend Joe Rohde, learn about what other Marvel enterprises could've taken over the Tower of Terror, and comb through the easter eggs you won't want to miss. Buckle up, grab your tunes, and let's break out!2021-01-121h 03Slice of Disney37. Goodbye 2020!On this special year end review episode, Kelly and Will talk about their favorite memories of 2020! It's been a tough year for many, but we're staying positive and talking about our favorite episodes from the year, the best memories we made on and off air, and what we are looking forward to the most in 2021.2020-12-3134 minSlice of Disney36. Holiday Season at The Magic KingdomMake your cocoa and bake your cookies, this week we are walking through a winter wonderland and exploring the holiday season at The Magic Kingdom! From stunning castle overlays to cheesy attraction changes, the Walt Disney Holiday Services team works year round to bring an overwhelming experience to guests. We also share our holiday traditions and start a new one - a Disney treat bake-off challenge. 2020-12-221h 01Slice of Disney35. Voicing The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror - with Mark SilvermanWe are so excited to talk this week with Mark Silverman, the voice of Rod Serling! How did he find himself in such an iconic role? Where else in the park can you hear him? And what is it like to be part of the Disney family? Mark walks us through all of this, and treats us to a few incredible voices along the way. Hear more of Mark, below! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WyKjlzmRl54 https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=wtwvsKs06LM2020-12-1549 minSlice of Disney34. Frozen Ever AfterIt's time to build a snowman! On this week's episode, we bundle up, make some hot cocoa and travel to the icy world of Arendelle - just in time to celebrate a 'summer snow day'. Why wasn't this attraction ready to go when the film released? How did it end up replacing a classic in the Norway Pavilion at Epcot? And is it worth the *five* hour wait? All this and more, on this weeks Slice of Disney!2020-12-0856 minSlice of Disney33. Club 33What better way to celebrate our 33rd episode - we are ringing the secret doorbell of Club 33! What has become one of the most well known exclusive perks of Disneyland gets the Slice of Disney treatment this week, as we learn about why it was created, how you can get access, and who you might know that has been there. 2020-12-0154 minSlice of Disney32. Walt Disney's Carousel of ProgressIt started as a partnership with General Electric, but how long can two companies work towards the same goal? On this week's episode of Slice of Disney, we take a look into another attraction designed for the 1964 World's Fair - the Carousel of Progress. Hear about all the changes made throughout the years, the changes that still *really* need to happen, and which Disney animatronic is basically inspired by Will. 2020 has been a rough one, everybody - but we can always look towards a great big beautiful tomorrow!2020-11-2459 minSlice of Disney31. Walt Disney Hometown Museum - with Peter WhiteheadIn our final episode from Marceline, Missouri, we talk all about the places you must go when you visit - specifically, we're diving deep into Walt's barn and the Walt Disney Hometown Museum! In the second half of the episode, we are joined by the museum's creative director, Peter Whitehead, to talk about what makes this town so special and what you can expect when you make the trip to the museum. Plus, we get a special interruption from Walt's favorite form of travel, a train!2020-11-1748 minSlice of Disney30. Walt's Hometown Part 1: Marceline, MissouriThis week we pack up our cars and head to Walt Disney's childhood home - Marceline, Missouri! It's a charming town with a ton to offer the Disney fan, and a lot to enjoy if you just like good people. In this episode, we talk about how his hometown humanizes Walt, what some of the must see stops are, and what this town of 2,200 thought of these outsiders making their way right down the middle of Mainstreet, USA.2020-11-1045 minSlice of Disney29. Disney Parks: Ghost StoriesHappy Halloween! On this episode, we are bringing you something a little bit different. Since we can't go to the parks and celebrate Halloween, we wanted to bring a little spookiness straight to your phones. Listen in as we share scary stories, urban legends, and ghost sightings from the parks. Send us your favorites, and any personal experiences you've had, we'd love to share them! Thank you to Fesliyan Studios for background music.2020-10-3030 minSlice of Disney28. Haunted Mansion Part 2: The Stories We Didn't HearThis week we welcome back our favorite ghosts and get back into the Haunted Mansion! Picking up where we left off, we detail the many narratives the imagineering team came up with before the version you see today. From haunted sea captains, to the headless horseman, to a wedding you'll simply die to attend, many of these ideas influenced the ride you're familiar with. Which version of the Haunted Mansion would've been your favorite? -- Check out the railroad hour archive here! https://archive.org/details/TheRailroadHour/2020-10-2745 minSlice of Disney27. Halloween in the ParksIn our first annual 'Halloween in the Parks' episode, we are talking Disneyland! We know a lot of you are missing your Disney Halloween trips this year, so let us take you through all it has to offer - from food, to rides, to special events and more. We even highlight some great stuff you can do at home this year, to bring a little Halloween magic somewhere safe! Send us your best Disney costumes and treats, and we'll talk about them next week! -- If you want to check out all the...2020-10-2044 minSlice of Disney26. Mr. Toad's Wild RideWelcome to the Slice of Disney spooky season! In our first installment of Halloween themed episodes, we are covering the cult classic Mr. Toad's Wild Ride. We talk about the origin of the intellectual property, the weirdness of the movie, and yes - we discuss THAT section of the ride. Don't miss out on all that, and our favorite Yelp Review so far!2020-10-1352 minSlice of Disney25. Loops and Laughs: Roller Coaster Science with Bryan Washington!We welcome our very first guest this episode and we're keeping it in the family. Bryan Washington is on to talk all things roller coasters - how do they work? Are they really that safe? Which coasters are on the cutting edge of innovation, and what kind of changes can we expect to make it to the Disney parks? All that, plus an excellent tip on how to sneak onto rides when you're six years old and just a little too short. 2020-10-0648 minSlice of Disney24. Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring AerosmithThis episode has all the energy of high powered rock 'n roll mixed with the velocity generated by a linear induction motor... that's right, we're talking about one of the most thrilling thrill rides in the Disney parks, Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith! What made Aerosmith the perfect band to host this ride? How do they get those cars to move so fast? And in a new segment, what does Yelp have to say about all of it? All this and more, on this weeks Slice of Disney!2020-09-2951 minSlice of Disney23. Monsters, Inc. Mike and Sulley to the Rescue!This week we hail a taxicab and take a drive through Monstropolis to check in on our good friends Mike and Sulley! Released in 2006, this dark ride replaced one of the weirdest Disney ride's to date, and is a great way to experience one of the most unique Pixar films to date. All this, and a surprising amount of Hidden Mickeys on this weeks episode!2020-09-2245 minSlice of Disney22. Expedition Everest - Legend of the Forbidden MountainBundle your coats and don't forget your toboggan - we're heading to Mount Everest! ...and then a little bit to the right, to the home of a Yeti, the Forbidden Mountain! This week we dive into the worlds first $100 million ride, and see just what Disney can do when they combine their creativity with thrill ride technology. Hear about what exactly the Disco Yeti is, how authentic the decorations are, and of course, scaffolding. We have a ball on this episode, and I know you will too!2020-09-1549 minSlice of Disney21. Peter Pan's FlightDating back to the very first opening of the very first park, this week we talk about Peter Pan's Flight! From the early development - barely a year before the Disneyland ribbon cutting - to the scenes that make us feel like we're flying, this ride has a long and storied history. And despite being open for 65 years, still has one of the longest queues in the park! Hear about all this, and Will's growing beef with Walt, on this weeks Slice of Disney!2020-09-0841 minSlice of Disney20. Slice of DisneyThis week we're opening up the mail bag! Listeners wrote in and wanted to know more about us, so we are answering your questions, both personal and park related. We touch on what disney movies need to be in the parks, pro-tips for any new comers, what episodes we're excited to cover next and what the set of Parks and Rec was like for Kelly. Be sure to send in your questions to sliceofdisneypod@gmail.com for the next time we dip into the mailbag!2020-09-0142 minSlice of Disney19. Haunted Mansion Part 1: An Idea They Couldn't ShakeThis week on Slice of Disney, we FINALLY begin our journey into the Haunted Mansion. In Part 1 (of many) we unpack the history behind this iconic attraction! Conceptualized before the parks themselves, the story of this ride is impossible to divorce from the development of Disneyland. Learn about each iteration of the original idea, why they could never drop the concept, how it kept popping up and, most importantly, why Kelly loves it so much.2020-08-2543 minSlice of DisneyStar Tours (and The Adventure Continues!)About a week ago on computers far far away from each other, we recorded *this* episode on Star Tours! What ended up being the first step towards a $4 billion acquisition began with dreams of a ride based on 1979's The Black Hole - widely considered to be a flop. Learn about the bizarre changes to the canon implied by this ride, what makes the original (and updated) rides so fun, our own relationships with Star Wars, and which one of the hosts saw The Phantom Menace 9 times in theaters. 2020-08-1854 minSlice of Disney17. It's a Small WorldDid simply reading the title get the song stuck in your head? I bet it did! Check out this week's episode where we deep dive into one the fastest ride developments in Disney history, clocking in at just under a year from ideation to execution. A dream team of collaborators built this ride, and we're here to detail every step of it. Put on your headphones, throw the song on repeat, and enjoy!2020-08-1134 minSlice of Disney16. Tower of TerrorOne of the most thrilling thrill rides at the Disney parks, this week we talk Twilight Zone Tower of Terror! From the initial inception - including a possible 'Stephen King' adaptation - to the final redesigns, this ride has a storied history with Disney. It's one of our favorites for a good reason. Listen in to find out why!2020-08-0444 minSlice of Disney15. Mainstreet, U.S.A. - Part 2With so much to talk about, we simply had to do a part 2. Hear about all the little details that you might miss on your first trip, take a tour through the magic shop, and then travel across the globe to see what Mainstreet looks like at the global Disney parks! All that, and Kelly's favorite Disney park story on this week's episode!2020-07-2831 minSlice of Disney14. Mainstreet, U.S.A. - Part 1Talkin' right down the middle of Mainstreet, USA! On part one of a two part series, we dive into the first impressions of the parks, Mainstreet, USA! We hear about the longest standing shops, the first things you'll see upon entering the park, some easter eggs you won't want to miss, and the best place to catch degenerate Disney goers having themselves a ball. Grab a candy apple, pick up your penny purse, and take a stroll with us!2020-07-2128 minSlice of Disney13. Spaceship EarthWhat better time to step into a time machine? This week, we take you through the ages on a Spaceship named Earth. The attraction housed *inside* the giant 'golf ball' of Epcot, we traverse history and see pivotal moments in the development of human communication... leading up to this very podcast! Listen in to find out which famous author played a part in the story creation, what famous named have narrated the ride, and just how poorly we pronounce 'geodesic polyhedron'.2020-07-1432 minSlice of Disney12. Pirates of the CaribbeanYo ho, yo ho a pirate's life for ye! This week we hoist the sails, shiver our timbers and walk the plank, right into the Disney Classic - Pirates of the Caribbean. One of the most iconic rides at Disney Parks, it also resulted in summer blockbuster after summer blockbuster... and we get one more, with the news of a woman lead film coming down the stream! Before we get to that, though, learn all you need to know about Walt's final ride, the changes throughout the times, and the iconic song that accompanies it, with this...2020-07-0747 minSlice of Disney11. Character Meet and Greets!Disney parks have so much to offer beyond the rides - and today we discuss meeting and greeting your favorite characters! What areas can you run into your favorites, which characters are considered 'rare finds', what happens when you find a stud (or a dud...) and are these interactions fun as an adult? You'll be surprised to know our answers vary!2020-06-3038 minSlice of Disney10. Toy Story Midway ManiaGet ready to be transported back in time to the Midways of old with our friends Woody and Buzz as we tackle Toy Story Midway Mania! Combining ride technology with video games, this attraction is the best place in the parks to prove to your friends that you're the best. Listen in as we share all the secrets behind getting a high score - just make sure not to use them if we ever play together!2020-06-2342 minSlice of Disney9. Adventures in the Magic KingdomHappy Birthday Will! In this episode, we change things up a bit and Will takes us through (and Kelly plays mid-episode) an old school NES game, Adventures in the Magic Kingdom. It's the theme parks brought to life with full 8-bit computing - but is it any good? Listen, and play along at home! https://arcadespot.com/game/adventures-in-the-magic-kingdom/2020-06-1627 minSlice of Disney8. Indiana Jones: Temple of the Forbidden EyeThis week we put on our hiking boots, slather on the sunscreen and go on an archeological dig that will change our lives! With one of the longest and most intricate queues followed by a thrilling ride through a temple, dodging snakes, darts, and AT&T Sponsorships, this e-ticket attraction is a can't miss for all ages. 2020-06-0941 minSlice of Disney7. Space MountainThis week we blast off to space talking about one of the all time iconic Disney attractions, Space Mountain! A ride that was conceptualized even before we landed on the moon, you'll twist and turn in the dark as you go on a galactic voyage. Hear about the astronauts that helped consult, the different versions of the ride you might end up on, and whether or not you can see any hidden mickeys when the lights are turned off. Buckle in and blast off!2020-05-2641 minSlice of Disney6. The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Undersea AdventureIn this episode, hosts Kelly Washington and Will Lentz go under the sea to explore Ariel's Undersea Adventure! One of the best places in the park to catch your breath, relax, people watch and enjoy familiar tunes - we talk all about the development, history and plethora of hidden mickey's you can find in this treasure trove. Speaking of hidden mickey's, listen close and hear Will eat his words, as perhaps the most far fetched hidden mickey yet... proves to exist. 2020-05-1926 minSlice of Disney5. Opening the Parks - with DplusCASTThis week, two podcasts are joining forces to talk through the re-opening of the Disney parks. We talk with Garytt Poirier and Greg Hahn from the DplusCAST to examine: Is it a good idea? What precautions are they putting in place in Shanghai? Which parks will open first in the states, and when would our Disney obsessed hosts line up to go on Mr. Toad's Wild Ride? All this, and a great rant from Greg on the future of Quibi, on Slice of Disney.2020-05-1556 minSlice of Disney4. MatterhornWelcome to the Swiss Alps and watch out for the Yeti - this week we get in our bobsleds and slide through an Iconic Disney ride, Matterhorn. The only attraction to move back (and forth) between different 'lands' within the park, it's also the only ride to feature real life mountain climbers on the exterior. At least as far as we know. We dive deep into the mountain and even talk a little Randy Newman, so grab yourself a hot cocoa at the ski lodge, get warm by the fire, and enjoy!2020-05-1228 minSlice of Disney3. Digital DisneyWhat do you do when the parks close? When you're stuck in social isolation for weeks on end? You organize a digital Disney trip! On this weeks episode we share what our experience was like attending a digital Disney party - and how you can throw your own. We'll tell you what rides to hit, which to skip, what extra activities not to miss - and you'll even find out what the oldest thing in Disneyland is. 2020-05-0524 minSlice of Disney2. Soarin'This week we learn all about a ride non-Disney goers may have never heard of - but one that has some of the longest lines on any given day: Soarin'! Both an innovation in sensory experience and ride technology, Soarin' takes you on a tour of California - and then the world. Hear us talk about the development of the ride, what to expect, where the hidden mickey's are... and what Soarin' over our home states might look like. Enjoy!2020-04-2828 minSlice of Disney1. Jungle CruiseIn our premiere episode, we go deep into the iconic Jungle Cruise! From the best spots on the boat, the celebrities that held the position of Skipper, to the foliage you travel through - if you've ever wanted to see wildlife up close and personal (or just find the hidden Mickey's) join us for our pioneer voyage.2020-04-2134 min