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Music Behind the MagicDan Heaton and Favorite Musical Memories in the ParksToday we are joined by Dan Heaton, the host of the terrific Tomorrow Society Podcast. We discuss Dan's Disney journey and then have a great discussion about our favorite musical moments and memories from the Disney Parks and Resorts. Please listen and let me know what your favorite musical memories are. I also catch you up on some recent Disney music news--there's been lots of stuff going on and announced in the past few days.Please follow Dan at www.tomorrowsociety.com and on Instagram @tomorrowsociety. Also listen and subscribe to his podcast on all major streaming...2024-07-141h 01

We Know The Amazing Race – RobHasAwebsite.comAmazing Race 36 | Ep 9 Recap with Maggie Morgan and Dan HeatonAmazing Race 36 | Ep 9 Recap with Maggie Morgan and Dan Heaton Jessica Liese, and Mike Bloom are back for another incredible journey around the world watching The Amazing Race! Our TAR experts will be back with a recap each and every week! Make sure to also tune into our weekly exit interview with the eliminated team. In this episode, Mike recaps Season 36 Episode 9 with special guests Maggie Morgan and Dan Heaton. Race on over to Twitter to follow these hosts and share all of your thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and usin...2024-05-101h 09

Amazing Race 36 – RobHasAwebsite.comAmazing Race 36 | Ep 9 Recap with Maggie Morgan and Dan HeatonAmazing Race 36 | Ep 9 Recap with Maggie Morgan and Dan Heaton Jessica Liese, and Mike Bloom are back for another incredible journey around the world watching The Amazing Race! Our TAR experts will be back with a recap each and every week! Make sure to also tune into our weekly exit interview with the eliminated team. In this episode, Mike recaps Season 36 Episode 9 with special guests Maggie Morgan and Dan Heaton. Race on over to Twitter to follow these hosts and share all of your thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and usin...2024-05-1000 min

After-Hours with Faction! Motorsports#57 - Dan Heaton of Heatz FilmsOur videographer Dan Heaton is here to talk about conspiracies! Dan has been involved with Faction Motorsports for YEARS now. If you have been checking out our Youtube you have seen his work, he is a master of his craft. Dan started out filming car shows, drift events, and anything else that he could find a way to capture in a unique way. He is now the owner of his own business filming for weddings. Danny is an interesting person that is full of adventure and i'm stoked that you guys get to hear some of that on this...2023-07-282h 20

Notably DisneyWalt Disney World Music Choices Competition with Podcaster Dan HeatonStrolling through Walt Disney World affords a bevy of sounds and tunes that envelop us in another place, from the horse-drawn roads of Main Street U.S.A. to the jungles of Pandora. The more you listen to music, the more you may ponder the question: "which of these tracks is better?" That sparked the inspiration for this episode of Notably Disney, in which host Brett Nachman brings back to the podcast Dan Heaton (host, The Tomorrow Society Podcast), to pose a series of tough musical choices. Each Dan and Brett present 10 sets of Walt Disney World-themed music options to...2022-07-191h 17

Notably DisneyNotably Disney Tunes & Quotes Trivia All-Stars Semifinalists #2 (Dan Heaton, Emily VanZoest, and Matthew Hodge)It's another semifinalists edition of Tunes & Quotes Trivia here on Notably Disney, in which contestants vie to correctly answer questions related to music and lines from the theme parks, films, and more. Competing on this episode is another set of all-stars who have won previous editions of trivia. Joining in today are podcaster Dan Heaton of The Tomorrow Society podcast, Disney aficionado Emily VanZoest, and authors and professor Matthew Hodge. The winner of this game will compete against the winner of the last semifinalists edition in a future episode of the podcast. Listen to Dan on The T...2021-12-211h 28

Notably DisneyFavorite Walt Disney World Books with Len Testa and Dan Heaton (Part 2)The 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World is approaching us, and now represents a wonderful time to reflect on some of the great pieces of writing that have chronicled the development of the resort, or even help in planning your next trip. Returning in the second of this two-part episode discussion are Dan Heaton, host of The Tomorrow Society podcast, and Len Testa, co-host of the Disney Dish podcast. We continue to share our favorite Walt Disney World books that you will want to add to your bookcases, or revisit for an additional reading. Listen to Dan...2021-01-191h 09

Notably DisneyFavorite Walt Disney World Books with Len Testa and Dan Heaton (Part 1)It’s 2021 and this year holds a special place for many Disney fans, as it serves as the 50th anniversary of WDW. In anticipation of this event, it only made sense to reflect on some of the great pieces of writing that have chronicled the development of the resort, or even planning your next trip. Joining me in this two-part episode discussion are Dan Heaton, host of The Tomorrow Society podcast, and Len Testa, co-host of the Disney Dish podcast. You’re in for a treat as we share some fun stories as it pertains to Walt Disney World and o...2021-01-121h 07

The Tomorrow Society Podcast123. Tim Grassey on Creative Ways to Enhance Walt Disney World Photo by Dan Heaton It’s been a different year for theme parks than anyone could have expected. Disneyland remains closed and will likely not open until sometime in 2021. Walt Disney World is open but facing restrictions on capacity. As Disney looks to the future, they won’t get too bold with changes beyond projects already in progress.… Read more... The post 123. Tim Grassey on Creative Ways to Enhance Walt Disney World appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2020-11-301h 20

Notably DisneyDisney Tunes and Quotes Trivia, 3rd Edition with Dan Heaton, Erin Doran, Tammy Tuckey and Tommy TIt's time for another edition of "Disney Tunes and Quotes Trivia!" This game show episode enlists fellow Disney aficionados, including podcasters, to team up in an effort to answer questions related to Disney songs and quotes. Joining us on this edition are four fantastic contestants. On the "Yzmas" team are Tammy Tuckey, host of The Tiara Talk Show podcast, and Erin Doran, a fellow Disney friend and fan. Meanwhile on the "Kronks" team are Dan Heaton, host of The Tomorrow Society Podcast, and Tommy T, host of The Dis Quiz podcast. It's gonna be a fun and riotous ride...2020-10-201h 29

The Tomorrow Society Podcast118. Dan Cockerell, How's the Culture in Your Kingdom? The theme park industry is facing serious challenges right now. Disney recently announced layoffs of 28,000 employees, which is a significant percentage of its workforce. Dan Cockerell was a leader at Disney in past difficult times including 9/11, and he has an interesting perspective.… Read more... The post 118. Dan Cockerell, How’s the Culture in Your Kingdom? appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2020-10-1250 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast114. Imagineering Roundtable with Andy Sinclair-Harris and Don Carson There are so many great stories about people working behind the scenes on theme parks. That’s been the focus of many episodes of this podcast. I also love the chance to talk about topics facing the industry. It’s the idea behind the Imagineering roundtable shows.… Read more... The post 114. Imagineering Roundtable with Andy Sinclair-Harris and Don Carson appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2020-08-311h 27

5 Questions With Dan SchawbelEpisode 96: Patricia Heaton My guest today is actress, producer, and author, Patricia Heaton. Patricia is best known for her starring roles in the sitcoms Everybody Loves Raymond, The Middle, and Carol’s Second Act. In this episode, you’ll learn how her mom’s death impacted her life, how she’s reinvented herself, overcome obstacles, and why being both a leaper and planner have led to her success. The 5 questions I ask in this episode: How did the death of your mom during your childhood affect how you see the world, your work ethic, and life choices? Most people struggle...2020-08-1709 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast113. Valerie Marino on Walt Disney World During a Pandemic It’s definitely a new era for many things in our current world, including theme parks. I did not expect a scenario where I wouldn’t feel comfortable visiting Walt Disney World. It’s open with light attendance, which is enticing to a fan used to dealing with crowds.… Read more... The post 113. Valerie Marino on Walt Disney World During a Pandemic appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2020-08-1753 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast112. Former Disney Imagineer Rick Rothschild on The American Adventure and Soarin' Over California Theme park attractions are usually locked into a particular time. Even the most popular attractions eventually fade. Two exceptions are The American Adventure and Soarin’ Over California. Both examples generate a strong emotional response from guests. Former Disney Imagineer Rick Rothschild created those and a lot more during his 41 years working at Disney.… Read more... The post 112. Former Imagineer Rick Rothschild on The American Adventure and Soarin’ Over California appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2020-08-1058 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast111. Improving EPCOT (Part 2) It’s easy for Disney fans to think of massive changes to our favorite theme parks. For example, replacing entire pavilions at EPCOT could reshape the park into something very different. It’s trickier when I think about smaller updates that could slightly alter attractions.… Read more... The post 111. Improving EPCOT (Part 2) appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2020-07-271h 53

The Tomorrow Society Podcast110. Improving EPCOT (Part 1) Disney fans have strong opinions when it comes to the parks, and EPCOT is a prime example. Many of us connected with the original version in the ’80s and ’90s. It’s changed so much during the past 38 years, and some updates have made it better.… Read more... The post 110. Improving EPCOT (Part 1) appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2020-07-201h 41

The Tomorrow Society Podcast109. David Green on Building a Better Mouse and Engineering for EPCOT Center One of my favorite books about Walt Disney World is Building a Better Mouse: The Story of the Electronic Imagineers Who Designed Epcot. David Green and Steve Alcorn co-wrote the book, which gives us an insiders’ look at the atmosphere during EPCOT Center’s construction.… Read more... The post 109. David Green on Building a Better Mouse and Engineering for EPCOT Center appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2020-07-1357 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast108. Garner Holt on Creating Animatronics for Fantasmic!, Haunted Mansion Holiday, and Knotts Berry Farm Garner Holt doesn’t work at Walt Disney Imagineering, but his company has played a key role in creating many of Disney’s most popular attractions. Garner Holt Productions is the leader in building animatronics and other figures at theme parks, including Disneyland.… Read more... The post 108. Garner Holt on Creating Animatronics for Fantasmic!, Haunted Mansion Holiday, and Knotts Berry Farm appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2020-06-2949 min

Book of the Mouse Club#43: Summer Cinema Series Live Action & Literary Classics - “Treasure Island” by Robert Louis Stevenson ft. Guest Reader Dan Heaton of The Tomorrow Society PodcastYo-Ho-Ho and shiver me timbers! Set sail with your hosts Courtney and Emily as they kick off their Live Action Summer Cinema Series with Robert Louis Stevenson’s and Walt Disney’s Treasure Island. Courtney and Emily are joined by podcaster, Dan Heaton, of the Tomorrow Society Podcast as first mate on this voyage. Together they discuss Disney’s first full live action film in comparison to the original tale as well as the numerous Disney film adaptations and the popular theme park attraction, Pirates of the Carribbean. Review Book of the Mouse Club on iTunes and Google...2020-06-261h 16

The Tomorrow Society Podcast107. Former Imagineer Tom K. Morris on the Early Days of WED Enterprises There is so much history to uncover about Disney’s theme parks, especially the more distant past. We’ve heard many of the stories about the work of the Imagineers at WED on the 1964 World’s Fair, Walt Disney World, and beyond. But what about the time before those big moments?… Read more... The post 107. Former Imagineer Tom K. Morris on the Early Days of WED Enterprises appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2020-06-221h 03

The Tomorrow Society Podcast106. Todd McCartney on Horizons Revisited and the Retro Disney World Podcast Many of us visited Walt Disney World as a kid in the ’70s, ’80s, and beyond. My first trip that I remember clearly was in 1984, just two years after the opening of EPCOT Center. It’s easy to look back at those times and wish certain attractions or other aspects of those vacations was still in place.… Read more... The post 106. Todd McCartney on Horizons Revisited and the Retro Disney World Podcast appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2020-06-081h 09

The Tomorrow Society Podcast105. Shannon Albert on WDW Prep School and the Reopening of Walt Disney World It’s such a challenging time in every field, and that includes businesses connected to Walt Disney World. The shutdown during the COVID-19 pandemic has essentially stopped the flow of news from the parks. That changed last week when Disney announced their reopening plans for next month.… Read more... The post 105. Shannon Albert on WDW Prep School and the Reopening of Walt Disney World appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2020-06-0158 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast104. Ryan Ritchey on the Future of Immersive Entertainment We have come full circle this week on The Tomorrow Society Podcast with the return of my first interview guest from Episode 2. Ryan Ritchey appeared on that early show, originally released on August 28, 2015. We talked about his film After the Fair, which covered the 1964-65 New York World’s Fair.… Read more... The post 104. Ryan Ritchey on the Future of Immersive Entertainment appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2020-05-2558 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast103. Michael Crawford on Progress City U.S.A., Horizons, and EPCOT the City When you look beyond official histories of Walt Disney World and the Walt Disney Company in general, so many other interesting stories are out there. I enjoy reading about all the weird promotions and odd attractions that Disney has created over the years.… Read more... The post 103. Michael Crawford on Progress City U.S.A., Horizons, and EPCOT the City appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2020-05-181h 01

Notably DisneyFavorite Walt Disney World Attraction Queue Music with Dan HeatonPodcaster Dan Heaton (Host, The Tomorrow Society Podcast) joins Brett Nachman as they discuss their favorite Walt Disney World attraction queue music. These are the pieces that immediately transport you to another time and place as you await boarding beloved attractions. Dan and Brett celebrate the music of George Bruns, Randy Newman, Paul Leonard-Morgan and others as they take a virtually walk through the queues in "the World." They even revisit some extinct attractions that possessed some timeless tunes. Check out The Tomorrow Society Podcast and follow the podcast on Facebook, Twitter (@tomorrowsoc), and Instagram. Feel...2020-05-051h 32

The Tomorrow Society Podcast102, Leslie Iwerks, Executive Producer and Director of The Imagineering Story It’s difficult to explain the allure of theme parks. Regular guests enjoy them but don’t have the obsessive need for details from behind the scenes. I love discovering the backgrounds of Imagineers that created Disneyland and parks around the world. Their stories are what makes The Imagineering Story such an incredible series.… Read more... The post 102. Lesley Iwerks, Executive Producer and Director of The Imagineering Story appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2020-05-0424 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast101. Bran Ferren, Former President of R&D at the Walt Disney Company One of my favorite aspects of this podcast is learning about how attractions really work. The technical hurdles to make them function properly every time are massive, especially for new technologies. That makes it so interesting to talk with the brilliant thinkers working to make dreams a reality.… Read more... The post 101. Bran Ferren, Former President of R&D at the Walt Disney Company appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2020-04-2756 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast100. My Theme Park Story and Listener Questions It’s been an incredible five years since I started The Tomorrow Society back in June 2015. I started the site as a blog focused largely on EPCOT, but the scope quickly expanded to a lot more. When I recorded the first interview for The Tomorrow Society Podcast in August of that year, I was hooked.… Read more... The post 100. My Theme Park Story and Listener Questions appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2020-04-201h 23

The Tomorrow Society Podcast99. Imagineering Roundtable with Don Carson and Joe Lanzisero When I started The Tomorrow Society Podcast back in 2015, I had few expectations about getting the chance to speak to guests that worked at Walt Disney Imagineering. I still have to pinch myself sometimes when I’m talking with such talented theme park designers.… Read more... The post 99. Imagineering Roundtable with Don Carson and Joe Lanzisero appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2020-04-0654 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast98. Skipper Ben Rebstock on the Disney/MGM Studios, The Jungle Cruise, and Hagrid's Magical Creatures I love hearing stories about what it’s actually like to work at theme parks. We all can assume that each day is glorious, but the reality is a lot more complicated. Even so, I’ve learned from people that work there about plenty of highlights from the experience.… Read more... The post 98. Skipper Ben Rebstock on the Disney/MGM Studios, The Jungle Cruise, and Hagrid’s Magical Creatures appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2020-03-301h 04

The Tomorrow Society Podcast97. Jessica Liese on the Underrated Charms of Universal Orlando Back in 2015 when I started The Tomorrow Society, I didn’t expect to start a podcast alongside the blog. I planned to write regularly about Disney and theme parks and maybe do some interviews for the site. During that summer, I started co-hosting a podcast about the Amazing Race Canada for Rob Has a Podcast.… Read more... The post 97. Jessica Liese on the Underrated Charms of Universal Orlando appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2020-03-161h 11

The Tomorrow Society Podcast96. Media Designer Joe Herrington on How to Create Sound Effects at Walt Disney Imagineering We sometimes over use the term “magic” when referring to Disney’s theme parks. However, I often get that sense when thinking about sounds that support our experiences in the parks. I definitely take the skills of sound designers for granted, especially on attractions.… Read more... The post 96. Media Designer Joe Herrington on How to Create Sound Effects at Walt Disney Imagineering appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2020-03-091h 06

The Tomorrow Society PodcastJoe Lanzisero on Hong Kong Disneyland, Tokyo's Splash Mountain, and Disney Cruise Line It’s easy to just focus on Disney’s latest offerings at Walt Disney World and Disneyland. That only tells part of the story, especially when you consider incredible locations like Tokyo DisneySea. I really enjoy learning more about Disney’s other resorts, and former Imagineer Joe Lanzisero is the perfect guest for that project.… Read more... The post 95. Joe Lanzisero on Hong Kong Disneyland, Tokyo’s Splash Mountain, and Disney Cruise Line appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2020-02-2458 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast94. Nathalia Holt on The Queens of Animation So much has been written about Disney’s animated films and the life of Walt Disney, and it’s easy to think we know the whole story. There are always new avenues to explore, but the main components are known. That makes it surprising when an author uncovers a part of Disney history that few have discussed.… Read more... The post 94. Nathalia Holt on The Queens of Animation appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2020-02-1046 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast93. Carlye Wisel on Rise of the Resistance and Becoming a Theme Park Journalist It’s a busy, chaotic time for the world of theme parks. More news updates keep arriving every day, and the pace rarely lags. Covering the parks as a journalist has become a full-time job, especially when you consider Disney’s rapid expansion in the next few years.… Read more... The post 93. Carlye Wisel on Rise of the Resistance and Becoming a Theme Park Journalist appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2020-01-2759 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast92. Brian Jay Jones on The Rise of Skywalker and Becoming Dr. Seuss It’s been three weeks since Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker premiered in theaters, and we’ve seen a major split among fans. Many appreciate the return to more familiar ground, while others complain of the safe approach. Rian Johnson broke the mold with The Last Jedi, and certain moments here feel like a response to fan criticism.… Read more... The post 92. Brian Jay Jones on The Rise of Skywalker and Becoming Dr. Seuss appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2020-01-131h 08

The Tomorrow Society Podcast91. Imagineer Don Carson on Splash Mountain and Mickey’s Toontown When I’ve talked to former Disney Imagineers about colleagues they admire, a name that comes up frequently is Don Carson. His expertise in theme park design is evident through his diverse career at Disney and well beyond. Carson joined Walt Disney Imagineering in 1989 and quickly began work as the lead show designer on Splash Mountain in Florida.… Read more... The post 91. Imagineer Don Carson on Splash Mountain and Mickey’s Toontown appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2020-01-061h 01

The Tomorrow Society PodcastREBROADCAST: 64. Peggie Fariss on 50 Years at Disney and Producing Spaceship Earth One thing I love about doing this podcast is hearing the wide range of stories about how Imagineers came to Disney and progressed through various roles there. Back in February, I really enjoyed the chance to talk with Peggie Fariss about her 50 years at Disney.… Read more... The post REBROADCAST: 64. Peggie Fariss on 50 Years at Disney and Producing Spaceship Earth appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2019-12-301h 19

The Tomorrow Society PodcastREBROADCAST: 33. Bruce Broughton on Spaceship Earth, Soarin’, and More I’m trying something new this year during the holiday season. Instead of just taking a full break, I’m looking back at some of my favorite episodes from the past five years of The Tomorrow Society Podcast. A turning point for this show was my interview with composer Bruce Broughton on December 3, 2017.… Read more... The post REBROADCAST: 33. Bruce Broughton on Spaceship Earth, Soarin’, and More appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2019-12-2357 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast90. Dustin Engels, Around the Worlds in 80 Days It’s common for Disney fans to dream about the perfect trip. It could involve doing all four Walt Disney World parks in one day or visiting Walt’s original park at Disneyland. More ambitious souls look overseas to Tokyo, Shanghai, and beyond for an epic worldwide trip.… Read more... The post 90. Dustin Engels, Around the Worlds in 80 Days appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2019-12-161h 03

The Tomorrow Society Podcast89. Andy Sinclair-Harris on Imagineering, Dr. Who: The Experience, and Hong Kong Disneyland When we consider all Disney’s resorts around the world, the one that receives the least attention is Hong Kong Disneyland. It opened in 2005 with a limited number of attractions and has struggled to draw crowds. Disney has added three lands to the park — Grizzly Gulch, Mystic Point, and Toy Story Land.… Read more... The post 89. Andy Sinclair-Harris on Imagineering, Dr. Who: The Experience, and Hong Kong Disneyland appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2019-12-091h 06

The Tomorrow Society Podcast88. Former Imagineer Mark Rhodes on Maelstrom, Splash Mountain, and 25 Years at Disney I’m fascinated by the different ways that people have become Imagineers. Very few plan for that role at a young age, and many don’t even realize it’s a possibility. Former Imagineer Mark Rhodes is a perfect example. He had written several novels and sold a screenplay prior to working at Disney.… Read more... The post 88. Former Imagineer Mark Rhodes on Maelstrom, Splash Mountain, and 25 Years at Disney appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2019-11-251h 11

The Tomorrow Society Podcast87. My Latest Disney and Theme Park Reads It’s a great time for Disney fans when it comes to learning more about theme parks and their history. There are so many valuable resources out there, especially online. Former Imagineers are now actively telling their stories through podcasts and social media.… Read more... The post 87. My Latest Disney and Theme Park Reads appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2019-11-1857 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast86. Tim Grassey on Pandora, Galaxy’s Edge, and A Changing Epcot Photo by Dan Heaton It’s a hectic time for Disney’s theme parks, especially at Walt Disney World. I visited Orlando in early September, and we’ve had several major openings since that point. Epcot Forever started playing every night, and the Skyliner began operating.… Read more... The post 86. Tim Grassey on Pandora, Galaxy’s Edge, and A Changing Epcot appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2019-11-111h 29

The Tomorrow Society Podcast85. Ted Linhart on Disney Docs.net and Preserving Disney History We’ve all heard the major stories about Walt Disney, the opening of Disneyland, and the Florida Project that appear in official histories from The Disney Company. But what about the history beyond the general story line? A valuable resource to dig further into Disney’s past is DisneyDocs.net… Read more... The post 85. Ted Linhart on Disney Docs.net and Preserving Disney History appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2019-10-281h 04

The Tomorrow Society Podcast84. Glenn Barker on Creating Sound at Walt Disney Imagineering for More Than 45 Years I’m always interested to learn more about how Disney Imagineers got started early in their careers. Few take the predictable route to a job in theme parks. Glenn Barker played drums in parades at Disneyland before ultimately joining Disney’s sound department.… Read more... The post 84. Glenn Barker on Creating Sound at Walt Disney Imagineering for More Than 45 Years appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2019-10-141h 17

The Tomorrow Society Podcast83. Sound Designer Greg Meader on the Disney/MGM Studios, On-Board Audio, and the Carousel of Progress I’ve enjoyed the chance to dig further into how attractions are developed by Walt Disney Imagineering. I learn something new every time I speak with someone that worked for Disney behind the scenes. I originally spoke with sound designer Greg Meader on Episode 67 back in March.… Read more... The post 83. Sound Designer Greg Meader on the Disney/MGM Studios, On-Board Audio, and the Carousel of Progress appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2019-09-301h 07

The Tomorrow Society Podcast82. Galaxy’s Edge and 30 Hours at Walt Disney World When my mind wanders, it often drifts towards ideas on visiting the parks. It’s easy to remember past trips and think about ways that I’d change our touring strategy. Walt Disney World is so complicated, and I have the type of brain that wants to maximize the visit.… Read more... The post 82. Galaxy’s Edge and 30 Hours at Walt Disney World appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2019-09-161h 46

The Tomorrow Society Podcast81. Former Imagineer Tom K. Morris on The Haunted Mansion, Journey Into Imagination, and Disneyland Paris It’s an exciting time for Disney history fans. Many Imagineers from the ’80s and ’90s finally have the chance to tell their stories. This second generation joined the company for the opening of EPCOT Center and worked directly with legends from Walt’s time.… Read more... The post 81. Former Imagineer Tom K. Morris on The Haunted Mansion, Journey Into Imagination, and Disneyland Paris appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2019-09-091h 07

The Tomorrow Society Podcast80. My 2019 D23 Expo News Reactions There was so much anticipation heading into the D23 Expo on announcements for the parks. During Bob Chapek’s presentation on Sunday, there were both pleasant surprises and shocking omissions. Many of the rumors we heard before this fan event were either wrong or just premature.… Read more... The post 80. My 2019 D23 Expo News Reactions appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2019-08-2656 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast79. Former Disney Imagineer Tim Delaney on The Living Seas and Discoveryland in Paris Following the massive opening of EPCOT Center in 1982, the transition to a new crop of Imagineers took hold at Disney. This shift led to a more ambitious park with Disneyland Paris in 1992. Show producers like Jeff Burke and Tom K.… Read more... The post 79. Former Disney Imagineer Tim Delaney on The Living Seas and Discoveryland in Paris appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2019-08-191h 11

The Tomorrow Society Podcast78. How Bowers on Retro Magic, EPCOT Center, and the Opening Day of the Disney/MGM Studios Later this month, Disney will unveil the latest plans for Epcot’s “transformation” at the D23 Expo in Anaheim. I’m nervous about what we’ll hear during that event, but I realize that EPCOT Center was a product of its time.… Read more... The post 78. How Bowers on Retro Magic, EPCOT Center, and the Opening Day of the Disney/MGM Studios appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2019-08-051h 18

Rope Drop Radio: A Disney Travel PodcastRDR 168: Epcot Past, Present, and Future with Dan Heaton of Tomorrow Society Podcast.Today we welcome Dan Heaton from the Tomorrow Society Podcast to discuss with us all things Epcot. We talk about the opening, favorite attractions, and what's to come. To help support Rope Drop Radio please subscribe, review, and visit our patreon www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio For with Dan visit tomorrowsociety.com and follow him @tomorrowsociety And you can follow us @RopeDropRadio and visit our site www.WDWRopeDroppers.com Make your you book your next Epcot vacation with Michelle. Get a quote today Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com 2019-08-0246 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast77. Silver Dollar City Trip Report St. Louis, Missouri is not exactly a mecca for theme parks. I’m envious of podcasters and bloggers that live close to Orlando or Anaheim and can easily visit those Disney resorts. That doesn’t mean there’s nothing to visit nearby, however. Six Flags St.… Read more... The post 77. Silver Dollar City Trip Report appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2019-07-2953 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast76. Former Imagineer Jim Sarno on Disney’s Model Shop, SMRT-1, and The Land Pavilion Fountain Photo by Jim Sarno There is so much to appreciate when you think about the original EPCOT Center. For its second Walt Disney World park, Disney took a completely different approach and built something remarkable. Looking beyond the massive pavilions and stunning attractions, there are so many little touches that made EPCOT Center a success.… Read more... The post 76. Former Imagineer Jim Sarno on Disney’s Model Shop, SMRT-1, and The Land Pavilion Fountain appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2019-07-2255 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast75. Former Imagineer Joe Lanzisero on Toontown, DisneySea, and Mystic Manor The 1970s were a tricky period for the Walt Disney Animation Studios. Legendary artists were getting older, and there wasn’t a new crop to take their place. The Character Animation Program at CalArts would help to fix that trend. Beginning in 1975, the first class included familiar names like Tim Burton, Brad Bird, and John Musker.… Read more... The post 75. Former Imagineer Joe Lanzisero on Toontown, DisneySea, and Mystic Manor appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2019-07-0853 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast74. David Snyder on Programming the Computer Systems for Walt Disney World and EPCOT Center We’ve all heard stories of talented designers at Walt Disney Imagineering that created iconic attractions. Figures like Joe Rohde, Tony Baxter, and countless others receive well-deserved attention for those feats. There’s another group that also played an essential role in building Walt Disney World and other parks.… Read more... The post 74. David Snyder on Programming the Computer Systems for Walt Disney World and EPCOT Center appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2019-06-241h 22

The Tomorrow Society Podcast73. Disney Legend Tom Nabbe on Opening EPCOT Center, Managing the Monorail, and Being Hired by Walt Disney We’re approaching the 64th anniversary of Disneyland’s opening, and the number of former cast members remaining from 1955 keeps getting smaller. Known as Club 55, this group saw the park at the beginning and have amazing stories about those experiences. Tom Nabbe was just 12 years old when he sold newspapers outside the park beginning in July of 1955.… Read more... The post 73. Disney Legend Tom Nabbe on Opening EPCOT Center, Managing the Monorail, and Being Hired by Walt Disney appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2019-06-1057 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast72. Courtney Guth and Emily McDermott, Book of the Mouse Club Podcast In our tech-driven world, there are so many options to stay connected. Podcasts, YouTube videos, and Instagram stories are just a small part of what’s out there. Despite the wide range of choices, few of them beat the enjoyment of a good book.… Read more... The post 72. Courtney Guth and Emily McDermott, Book of the Mouse Club Podcast appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2019-05-2759 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast71. Former Imagineer Bob Baranick on Disneyland Paris and Indiana Jones Photo by Bob Baranick It’s easy to look at Walt Disney Imagineering as a small group of brilliant designers that put their amazing dreams into the parks. However, the reality is a lot more complicated and includes so many contributors across a variety of disciplines.… Read more... The post 71. Former Imagineer Bob Baranick on Disneyland Paris and Indiana Jones appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2019-05-1350 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast70. Lou Mongello on the Origins of WDW Radio It’s not that hard to start a podcast, but doing one regularly for 14 years is another matter. When a passion project becomes a business, the pressure increases to put out a consistent show. Back in the mid-2000s when Lou Mongello started WDW Radio, podcasting was still in its infancy.… Read more... The post 70. Lou Mongello on the Origins of WDW Radio appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2019-04-2946 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast69. Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa (Part 2) When I started outlining my thoughts about Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa for a trip report, I realized there was far too much to contain within a single episode. In fact, I needed to seriously develop a plan to fit the material into two parts.… Read more... The post 69. Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa (Part 2) appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2019-04-1550 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast68. Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa (Part 1) There was far too much to cover at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa within a single podcast episode. It’s one of those amazing places that seems pretty straightforward on the surface but offers a lot more than you expect. I thought that the resort would be great, but the beautiful resort blew my assumptions out of the water.… Read more... The post 68. Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa (Part 1) appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2019-04-081h 04

The Tomorrow Society Podcast67. Greg Meader on Sound Design for Spaceship Earth, Tower of Terror, Splash Mountain, and Phantom Manor It’s easy to look at theme parks as the product of just a small group of brilliant designers. Creative leaders definitely lead projects at Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI), but they are only a small part of the picture. Numerous specialties fall under the umbrella of WDI and work together to create the ultimate attractions we enjoy at the parks.… Read more... The post 67. Greg Meader on Sound Design for Spaceship Earth, Tower of Terror, Splash Mountain, and Phantom Manor appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2019-03-2559 min

The Political OrphanageEp 81 | Is 'The Orville' More 'Star Trek' than 'Star Trek'? | Guest: Dan Maffei“Alienating the Audience” returns for a deep dive on science fiction, this time with former congressman and current commissioner of the the Federal Maritime Commission Dan Maffei. Heaton and the commissioner discuss “Majority Rule,” from Season 1 of “The Orville,” regarding absolute democracy, freedom of speech, and social media mobs. Plus how “The Orville” stacks up to Star Trek and hopes for the forthcoming series “Picard."2019-03-1849 min

One Heat Minute ProductionsOne HEAT Minute: Episode #129 - DAN HEATON (WRITER FOR PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION SNOB, CINEMA AXIS, POPMATTERS AND HOST OF THE TOMORROW SOCIETY PODCAST)ONE HEAT MINUTE is the podcast examining Michael Mann's 1995 L.A crime epic HEAT, minute by minute. It's the 129th minute (2:08:00 -2:09:00) - host Blake Howard joins writer for the Public Transportation Snob blog, Cinema Axis and PopMatters and host of the Tomorrow Society Podcast, Dan Heaton. Blake and Dan breakdown Neil's slow-motion pursuit of Eady up the hill next to her house through the long grass like they're watching a nature video where a predator subdues its prey and spend a moment marvelling at the L.A sunrise, courtesy of Dante Spinotti. When you're running up hills away from...2019-03-1842 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast66. Brian Jay Jones, Author of Jim Henson: The Biography and George Lucas: A Life When I think about monumental pop culture landmarks like Star Wars or The Muppets, it’s easy to feel like they’ve always existed. Both were a part of my life from an early age during the 1980s and well beyond. I’ve known about George Lucas and Jim Henson for a long time, but it’s mostly been the obvious material.… Read more... The post 66. Brian Jay Jones, Author of Jim Henson: The Biography and George Lucas: A Life appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2019-03-111h 11

The Tomorrow Society Podcast65. Len Testa on Galaxy’s Edge, Disney Dining, and the Future of Disney World Transportation There is so much happening right now at Walt Disney World and beyond, and we’re on the cusp of massive changes. Theme parks continue to grow and look for new ways to draw guests, and Disney remains at the forefront. The impending arrival of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge will have a huge impact on Disney’s U.S.… Read more... The post 65. Len Testa on Galaxy’s Edge, Disney Dining, and the Future of Disney World Transportation appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2019-02-251h 22

The Tomorrow Society Podcast64. Peggie Fariss on 50 Years at Disney and Producing Spaceship Earth Photo by Peggie Fariss I’m regularly amazed by the random chance that goes into the careers of even the biggest names in theme parks. Few had grand plans to become Imagineers or even work in the industry. The right personal connection or small choice prepared a trajectory into a specific role.… Read more... The post 64. Peggie Fariss on 50 Years at Disney and Producing Spaceship Earth appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2019-02-111h 18

The Tomorrow Society Podcast63. Skipper Ben Rebstock on Working at Walt Disney World, Inside the Magic, and the Disney/MGM Studios I’ve closely studied theme parks by visiting in person, reading books, and talking with experts. That information still pares in comparison to working at Walt Disney World. That close perspective gives a different outlook on what it takes to operate the parks.… Read more... The post 63. Skipper Ben Rebstock on Working at Walt Disney World, Inside the Magic, and the Disney/MGM Studios appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2019-01-2856 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast62. Rand Boyd, Author of Elbow Grease and Pixie Dust When we visit theme parks, part of the magic is how well everything works. Broken attractions and bad show stand out because they are so rare. When Disneyland is succeeding, you barely think about the behind-the-scenes efforts that make that day possible.… Read more... The post 62. Rand Boyd, Author of Elbow Grease and Pixie Dust appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2019-01-1451 min

The Tomorrow Society PodcastFree Preview – The Tomorrow Society Bulletin: Three C’s for Disney’s Future So much activity is happening in the theme park world during 2019, particularly for Disney. Galaxy’s Edge will open on both coasts this year, and progress continues on other major attractions coming in the future. It’s an exciting time for theme park fans, but there are also big questions about how Disney’s parks will operate.… Read more... The post Free Preview – The Tomorrow Society Bulletin: Three C’s for Disney’s Future appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2019-01-0739 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast61. Rick Harper, Director of Impressions de France We all take the artistry of theme park attractions for granted, especially ones with less obvious work. We marvel at animatronics on Pirates of the Caribbean or thrills in Space Mountain because the work is out in front. That success is more subtle with the filmed attractions, particularly in EPCOT.… Read more... The post 61. Rick Harper, Director of Impressions de France appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2018-12-171h 08

The Tomorrow Society Podcast60. Producer John Walker on Disney’s Tomorrowland, The Incredibles, and The Iron Giant Disney’s history with theme park movie adaptations is mixed. Pirates of the Caribbean charmed audiences, but The Haunted Mansion and The Country Bears fell short. Consequently, I entered the theater to watch Tomorrowland back in 2015 with both trepidation and excitement.… Read more... The post 60. Producer John Walker on Disney’s Tomorrowland, The Incredibles, and The Iron Giant appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2018-12-0340 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast59. Dan Cockerell, Former Vice President of The Magic Kingdom It’s easy as theme park fans to focus solely on the design process when thinking about the parks. Walt Disney Imagineering excites us because it promises endless possibilities for new creations. This approach places less emphasis on how important the teams that operate the parks are to make them succeed.… Read more... The post 59. Dan Cockerell, Former Vice President of The Magic Kingdom appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2018-11-1938 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast58. Brian P. Miles, Retro Disney World and LBV Historical Society It’s easy to decry the loss of attractions we loved from Walt Disney World’s past. I spend a good amount of time remembering classics like Horizons, If You Had Wings, and World of Motion that have been gone for quite a while.… Read more... The post 58. Brian P. Miles, Retro Disney World and LBV Historical Society appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2018-11-0554 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast57. Tim Grassey on Galaxy’s Edge, Guardians of the Galaxy, and a Changing Epcot It’s an extremely busy time at Walt Disney World, but whether the changes are exciting is up for debate. We can view rising ticket prices and growing complexities as a sign of the end times or necessary for amazing new immersive attractions.… Read more... The post 57. Tim Grassey on Galaxy’s Edge, Guardians of the Galaxy, and a Changing Epcot appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2018-10-291h 14

The Tomorrow Society Podcast56. AJ Wolfe of the Disney Food Blog on Walt Disney World’s Underrated Dining Spots There are many layers to planning a successful Walt Disney World vacation. If we just focus on the attractions, it’s easy to spend too little time on dining. The resort has countless food options across the four parks, resorts, and Disney Springs.… Read more... The post 56. AJ Wolfe of the Disney Food Blog on Walt Disney World’s Underrated Dining Spots appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2018-10-1545 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast55. Composer Mark Mancina on the Music of Moana, Tarzan, and The Lion King It’s easy to take movie scores for granted, yet they’re so important to a successful film. When the music clicks, everything feels right. This point especially applies to animated films, where songs combine with images to connect with our emotions. A perfect example is Disney’s Moana, which offers tunes that fit comfortably within the story.… Read more... The post 55. Composer Mark Mancina on the Music of Moana, Tarzan, and The Lion King appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2018-10-0832 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast54. Brent Young, Super 78 Studios I spent a lot of time at theme parks as a kid, but most of it was at destination parks like Walt Disney World. We did venture to our local Six Flags and regional spots like Silver Dollar City. Even so, my knowledge of the industry was limited.… Read more... The post 54. Brent Young, Super 78 Studios appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2018-09-2457 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast53. A Trip to Walt Disney’s Marceline Many Disney fans idolize Walt Disney, and it’s easy to see why we place him on a pedestal. But how many of us know much about his life beyond the common narratives? Marceline, Missouri is known for being the Walt Disney’s hometown during his young life.… Read more... The post 53. A Trip to Walt Disney’s Marceline appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2018-09-1734 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast52. Tony Cortese on Walt Disney: Master of Dreamers I recently visited Marceline for the first time, and I realized how little I know about Walt Disney the man. I’ve learned about his work on Disney’s classic animated films and Disneyland, but there is more to the story. The myths of Walt are many, but it is better to hear from the people that knew him.… Read more... The post 52. Tony Cortese on Walt Disney: Master of Dreamers appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2018-09-1039 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast51. Lou Prosperi on The Imagineering Process It is easy to look at Walt Disney Imagineering as a magical place where artists imagine new worlds. That is part of the equation, but the reality is hardly that simple. WDI is a still an arm of the Walt Disney Company and follows processes you see at other businesses.… Read more... The post 51. Lou Prosperi on The Imagineering Process appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2018-08-2749 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast50. A Visit to Six Flags St. Louis Despite being an avid theme park fan, I rarely visit the parks on my own. This is especially true of Six Flags St. Louis, my local amusement park. Situated just a half-hour drive away from my house, it provides a convenient way to experience a few thrills on a day trip.… Read more... The post 50. A Visit to Six Flags St. Louis appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2018-08-2028 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast49. Shannon Albert on WDW Prep School.com It’s a challenge to keep up with all the latest changes at Walt Disney World; I visit regularly and still can’t stay on top of everything. This creates a huge challenge for first-time guests or anyone that hasn’t visited for a while.… Read more... The post 49. Shannon Albert on WDW Prep School.com appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2018-08-1344 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast48. Ricky Brigante, Inside the Magic and Pseudonym Productions It’s a boom time for podcasting, which has evolved into big business. A BBC News article from July 22nd states that 11% of people in the UK listen to a podcast every week. That’s a huge percentage compared to where podcasts were just a short while ago.… Read more... The post 48. Ricky Brigante, Inside the Magic and Pseudonym Productions appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2018-07-3053 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast47. Seth Kubersky on Universal Orlando’s Growth and Toy Story Land An underreported theme park story is the activity happening at Universal Orlando. Limited excitement for the Fast & Furious: Supercharged attraction has pushed Universal to the background as Disney opens Toy Story Land. The attention on Disney’s new area makes sense; it’s their first significant expansion at Walt Disney World since Pandora.… Read more... The post 47. Seth Kubersky on Universal Orlando’s Growth and Toy Story Land appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2018-07-1647 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast46. Toy Story Land and the Future of Disney’s Hollywood Studios It’s an exciting time for theme park fans, and I feel like we’re just getting started. The next 3-4 years will include massive expansions at Walt Disney World and plenty of new attractions from Universal. Following the success of Pandora, Disney should have another popular addition with Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.… Read more... The post 46. Toy Story Land and the Future of Disney’s Hollywood Studios appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2018-07-0233 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast45. Composer Paul Leonard-Morgan on Creating the Score for Test Track Creating a theme park attraction is an insanely complicated process, but it’s easy to think of them as magic. We’ve heard so much about Imagineering, but that is only part of the story. So many individuals beyond the Imagineers help to put together a new attraction.… Read more... The post 45. Composer Paul Leonard-Morgan on Creating the Score for Test Track appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2018-06-2136 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast44. How Bowers, Retro Disney World Podcast Many Walt Disney World fans look back fondly at the early days of the resort in the ‘70s and ‘80s. Many attractions from that era are long gone, yet we still think about them regularly. It’s easy to look upon that enthusiasm as just nostalgia for a past era.… Read more... The post 44. How Bowers, Retro Disney World Podcast appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2018-05-291h 03

The Tomorrow Society Podcast21. The Sounds of a Walt Disney World Trip Photo by Erin Heaton I cannot overstate how important the sounds of the Disney theme parks are to their success. It’s impossible to separate the soundtracks from iconic rides like Pirates of the Caribbean, The Haunted Mansion, and so many more.… Read more... The post 21. The Sounds of a Walt Disney World Trip appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2017-04-0425 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast4. Sam Gennawey on the Rise of Universal Photo by Erin Heaton Sam Gennawey is one of the premier authors covering the world of theme parks. His books explore both Disney and Universal history in greater detail than most titles. Sam’s urban planning expertise gave him a unique perspective to cover Walt’s plans for the city of EPCOT in Walt and the Promise of Progress City.… Read more... The post 4. Sam Gennawey on the Rise of Universal appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2015-09-2550 min

The Tomorrow Society Podcast1. An Introduction to The Tomorrow Society Photo by Dan Heaton We live in a theme park universe. Designers, engineers, and architects mold public spaces to create specific moods. Tactics that Walt Disney and his artists used to shape Disneyland in the ‘50s and ‘60s are everywhere. Museums and zoos have moved beyond educating the public and become themed entertainment.… Read more... The post 1. An Introduction to The Tomorrow Society appeared first on Tomorrow Society.2015-06-2617 min

The Televerse (mp3)Walking Dead Podcast Episode 38: “This Sorrowful Life” with guest, Dan HeatonWith only one Season 3 episode to go, Ricky, Kate and Simon are joined by SoS regular Dan Heaton for a typically heated discussion of “This Sorrowful Life,” penned by new showrunner Scott M. Gimple and directed by effects whiz Greg Nicotero. Discussed: trusting in showrunners, Rick’s decision-making skills, Andrew Lincoln vs. Norman Reedus, marriage, ... The post Walking Dead Podcast Episode 38: “This Sorrowful Life” with guest, Dan Heaton appeared first on PopOptiq.2013-03-2554 min

The Televerse (mp3)The Televerse #64- Sports Night with Dan HeatonWe’re spotlightless once again this week, with several series airing solid to strong episodes, but none that particularly stand out. After going through Our Week in TV, including several Tuesday comedies (Ben and Kate, New Girl, Mindy Project, Happy Endings), Parenthood, Top Chef Seattle, several Thursday comedies (30 Rock, Parks and Recreation, It’s Always Sunny ... The post The Televerse #64- Sports Night with Dan Heaton appeared first on PopOptiq.2012-11-2100 min

The Televerse (mp3)The Televerse #12- Veronica Mars with Dan HeatonThis week, on the Televerse, Simon catches up Sons of Anarchy, Kate has a few bones to pick with HIMYM, and Public Transportation Snob and Sound on Sight’s Dan Heaton comes on the show to talk Veronica Mars. This week, we cover New Girl, Sons of Anarchy, Modern Family, Suburgatory, Happy Endings, the South Park ... The post The Televerse #12- Spotlight on Homeland / Veronica Mars with Dan Heaton appeared first on PopOptiq.2011-11-221h 34