
Welcome to Idiot’s Guide to Imagineering, the podcast where big ideas, thoughtful conversations, and a little bit of chaos come together to explore the past, present, and future of Disney Parks.
Hosted by a team of former Cast Members, lifelong Disney fans, and self-proclaimed “Idiots” (a title we wear proudly), we reimagine Disney Parks by creating our own original concepts that blend creativity,... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 162 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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Happy Halloween, HallowIdiots!
We’re celebrating Halloween the IGTI way. Stephen and Marissa are bringing back the attraction they created live with all of you, this time as a fully produced ride experience. Then Amanda, Jenny, Marissa, and Stephen... more
Lakeshore Lodge has been called generic, sterile, and even proof that Disney resort theming is disappearing.
But the more Disney reveals, the less convinced we are.
In this offseason conversation, Stephen and Jenny look at what Lakeshore Lodge migh... more
Disney Believe has plenty of new ideas. It also arrives in a fleet where comparison is unavoidable.
In this offseason conversation, Stephen, Kaity, and Jenny look beyond the reveal itself to ask why a ship filled with genuinely exciting additions ca... more
This fall, the ImaginIdiots are coming together for Give Kids The World Village.
Give Kids The World is an 89-acre nonprofit resort in Kissimmee, Florida, providing weeklong, cost-free vacations to children with critical illnesses and their families... more
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Hey guys, my name is Amanda and I’m from Minnesota! My whole family is connected to Disney - my mom and dad were performers in the Dick Tracy show at OG MGM, my brother is currently a cast member, and I’ve been a forever fan of it, but I haven’t worked their… yet ;). Anyways, I feel like this type of conversation is so satisfying to a really niche part of my life! I love discovering each thing you guys come up with, and if all is so thoughtful and perfect. Wanted to say hi, and share the love fo... more
i lurvvv these idiots. i'm a decently young aspiring imagineer and this podcast feeds my creativity and disney love every time i listen! these people might be the most millennial millennials i've ever heard speak but i actually love it. they make me laugh out loud every time and i just can't get enough!
This podcast scratches an itch I didn’t even know I had! I’ve always been interested in immersive experiences—and the design and engineering that go into them behind the scenes. The “armchair imagineering” concepts discussed on the show are fascinating, and the ideas they come up with tickle my imagination. It takes me back to my childhood days of drawing imaginary roller coasters in the back of class! I can’t wait to hear more!
P.S. I am also loving the guest pitches and would love to submit ... more
…and I’m still hungry for more! Even though I’m unable to be as involved, I now get the treat of hearing most projects as a fan! I’m excited every week to hear what the idiots have created, and I listen extra hard for any special Easter eggs they might have thrown in for this seasonal idiot! The Goofy Movie episode was a highlight of season 4, so be sure to check it out!
Just finished listening to Stephen, Jenny, and Marissa dive into a reworking of the Roger rabbit ride at DCA. That episode, like all of the other episodes from this podcast, are so intuitive, creative, and flow so well. I felt like they were in the room with me and I was overhearing an incredibly entertainingly conversation amongst them. If you like the Disney parks in any capacity, you have to give this podcast a listen.
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A team of former Disney cast members and longtime fans gathers to ideate and discuss park experiences, blending high-level design theory with practical feasibility. Episodes center on imaginative reimaginings of attractions, lands, and experiences across global Disney parks, often including live guest pitches, listener submissions, and behind-the-scenes design logic. Highlights include place-based storytelling, interactive experiences, and thoughtful debates about audience, throughput, and legacy versus innovation. The show stands out for its collaborative, energetic banter, detailed world-building, and expert context on Imagineering history, craft, and future trends, making it appealing to aspiring designers, current industry pros, and ded... more
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