
The Disney Dish Podcast with Jim Hill and Len Testa Dive into the fascinating world of Disney with theme park historian Jim Hill and Len Testa as they uncover the stories behind the magic. From breaking news and in-depth analyses to quirky historical tidbits and behind-the-scenes secrets, The Disney Dish offers a unique blend of humor, expertise, and insider knowledge. Whether you're a die-hard Di... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 591 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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Len Testa and Jim Hill dig into the long road that eventually led Disney to build Art of Animation Resort, from an abandoned Toontown-inspired family suites hotel near the Contemporary to the unfinished half of Pop Century. Along the way, they explor... more
Len Testa and Jim Hill unpack a packed slate of D23 parks announcements, from Disneyland’s newly promised Tomorrowland overhaul to major additions coming to Walt Disney World. They dig into Tropical Americas, Piston Peak, Villains Land, Monstropolis,... more
Len Testa and Jim Hill are on the ground in Anaheim for D23, where they dig into the week's Disney news before exploring how Anaheim evolved from vineyards and citrus groves into the home of Disneyland. Along the way, they examine a Disney patent tha... more
Len Testa and Jim Hill dig into Disney’s latest theme park attendance numbers, new Lakeshore Lodge concept art, Disneyland’s possible return to an old favorite, and some surprisingly revealing guest surveys. Listener questions cover everything from G... more
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I typically LOVE this pod and listen every week but the guest this week has me grossed out. To talk about “rich white people” being upset about the new ride is ignorant and frankly racist. You assume only white people can afford to live in the hills? What about rich black people? Rich Asian people? No rich Persian’s? I don’t listen to Disney podcasts to hear about racism. I listen for history and magic. Please don’t bring this FOOL back on.
This is one, of the several, Disney pods I listen to on my way to and from work every week. I live in Orlando and am a Disney AP holder who has gone head first into the Disney “stuff” since I moved here 11 years ago. Really enjoy what you put out into the world and look forward to it every week. Any suggestions regarding good Disney books to read? I have read a few and always looking for other options. Also, big pin trader so hope to hear a deep dive into that sometime on the podcast. Keep it up... more
I get a lot of interesting history of Disney World from this podcast, but Jim has GOT to broaden his vocabulary. My sanity cannot take much more of “Here we go!” every time he could just say “Yes” or “Yup” or something. And as another reviewer noted, the “ummms” are maddening, as well. Also, the hosts both need to keep their personal political views to themselves. Don’t alienate half your audience!
I say this as someone who truly used to LOVE this podcast — the opening WDW news segments were my favorite as it brought major relevance to both fans and annual passholders alike frequenting the parks and and those following the news wires, the deep Disney history, and insider storytelling once made this one of the best listens anywhere in the themed podcast space.
But lately it’s become increasingly difficult to finish episodes.
Too much wandering conversation, unending irrelevant filler, re... more
Long time listener here and thot it was time to let you know I love your podcast and so enjoy the discussions and humor of Len and Jim. Every Disney fan should be listening!
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Two longtime hosts bring a deep passion for Disney history, parks, and corporate storytelling, pairing archival knowledge with up-to-the-minute park news and insider anecdotes. Recent episodes revolve around live-show upgrades, cross-park competition, and the evolving relationship between Imagineering, Pixar, and guest experiences, often featuring industry-insider guests and historical context. The show stands out for its blend of data-driven analysis, storytelling, and candid opinions about strategy and design—appealing to listeners who crave both the historical backbone and the latest park developments. Designed for die-hard fans and professionals in tourism, media, and experience design, it's likely to attract listeners who enjoy deep di... more
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