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The Disney Dish with Jim Hill

Jim Hill Media Podcast Network
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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

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Len Testa and Jim Hill unpack a newly discovered Disney patent that may hint at the ride system for Piston Peak, along with updates from Disneyland construction, Disney Cruise Line, and Epic Universe. They also dig into recent survey data revealing h... more

This week’s Disney Dish mixes a packed Walt Disney World news round-up with a deeply nostalgic trip through one of Disney-MGM Studios’ most beloved lost attractions. Jim and Len break down a wave of reopening dates, new discount strategy, annual pass... more

Jim Hill and Len Testa discuss Villains Land expansion permits, Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster’s refurbishment timeline, and how negotiations over the Chinese Theatre helped shape Disney’s use of Carthay Circle as a park icon. Plus, listener questions, Mupp... more

This week, Jim and Len explore how the most famous movie palace in Hollywood became the centerpiece of Disney’s Hollywood Studios… and somehow never its official icon. Along the way, Olaf teaches drawing lessons (to himself), Millennium Falcon gets a... more

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Sam Marraccini
Contributor to CM's Disney Diary, recent guest on the Disney Destiny
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Episode: Disney Destiny’s “Meet-and-Play” Feels Very Starcruiser-ish (Ep. 563)
Jill Peterfesso
Professor of Religious Studies at Guilford College and co-editor of 'Why the Magic Matters'
Guilford College
Episode: When Disney Becomes the Classroom: Teaching Magic, Strategy, and Imagination (Ep. 554)
Jim Shull
Disney Imagineer and expert on park design
Disney Imagineering
Episode: How Disney Built Cars Land and What It Means for Piston Peak (Ep. 550)
Chris Cox
Award-winning Broadway and BBC mind reader
Episode: The Vanishing Act: David Copperfield’s Lost Disney-MGM Studios Attraction (with Chris Cox) (Ep. 546)
AJ Wolfe
Author of 'Disney Adults' and creator of the Disney Food Blog
Disney Food Blog
Episode: From Disney Food Blog to Bookstore Shelves: AJ Wolfe’s Disney Adults (Ep. 543)
Chris Merritt
Author and theme park historian
Episode: Disney Starlight gets off to a strong start at WDW’s Magic Kingdom (Ep. 542)
Don Hahn
Filmmaker and Disney legend, producer of animated classics like Beauty and the Beast
Disney
Episode: Epic Universe wants to know when exactly you plan on visiting (Ep. 541)
Chris Merrit
Senior art director and creative director at THG Creative, former lead show designer for Walt Disney Imagineering
THG Creative
Episode: Epic Universe wants to know when exactly you plan on visiting (Ep. 541)
Ruben Bolling
Herblock Award winner and creator of 'Tom the Dancing Bug'
Episode: Fiberglass Heads and Forbidden Mountains (Ep. 526)

Hosts

Len Testa
Co-host and theme park expert known for his analytical take on Disney attractions and history.
Jim Hill
Co-host and theme park historian with a focus on Disney's storytelling and historical context.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • Great Disney podcast But…

    Enjoy the podcast for the most part; lots of interesting and helpful insights and info. But please do something about Jim’s mouth sounds for those of us who are sensitive to them.

    Apple Podcasts
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    QuantizedAgain
    United States2 months ago
  • Jim Hill

    Love this podcast, very entertaining. Jim Hill however needs to record an episode play it back and recognize that someone with so much knowledge but sounds like nails on chalkboard trumps that knowledge should feel impelled to either do better get some help OR never do episodes alone, Len does a nice job limiting his screeching so the podcast can be enjoyed at least partially. I wanted so badly and I tired more than once to hear his experiences with Trader Sam’s but couldn’t do it his voice was ... more

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    1
    printstud
    United States4 months ago
  • Ummms and uhhhs

    Long time listener to many of the podcasts on the Jim Hill media network. I love the shows and will continue to tune in but I have to finally say something that the “uhhhhs” and “ummmms” from Jim are getting really bad. It’s almost every other word now and it’s extremely distracting. I hope Jim or Len sees this and just listens back to an episode and counts them. I bet it’s well over 100. It’s still one of the better Disney podcasts out there. If they got this cleaned up it would be five stars.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Tribat
    United States6 months ago
  • Great Podcast

    I love This podcast because it goes deep into Disney history, with great research, and goes deep into Disney future, breaking down guest surveys.

    I saw the guys live when they appeared at M.I.T.

    I remember in the 80’s when you could rent sailboats at WDW. I think a show about what became of sailing Seven Seas Lagoon would be interesting. Must have been a legal nightmare.

    Thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Demps3
    United States6 months ago
  • If you like your Disney with a side of joy, this is your podcast. Jim and Len are brilliantly funny and insightful on Disney history, culture, art, economics, technology, marketing, travel, and more. Listening to them riff off each other is gold — and sometimes the only time I belly laugh in a given day. After I listened to about 15 random episodes I went back and listened from the beginning, that’s how good it is. Ten stars.

    Audible
    5
    waterlady
    United States6 months ago

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Most listeners appreciate the mix of humor and in-depth storytelling about Disney, noting its engaging way of discussing historical and current events.
Overall, it's recognized for providing insightful updates about all things Disney, and many perceive it as a must-listen for Disney aficionados.
Some critiques mention the podcast's commercial content and certain vocal styles of the hosts that can detract from the overall enjoyment.

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When Did Summer Vacation Disappear at Walt Disney World? Plus The Surprising History of the Sword in the Stone Ceremony (Ep. 567)
Q: What did Jim and Jim think about this?
They discussed how there have been changes in the culture of Disney, as well as some historical context around past projects.
The Patent That May Have Cracked Disney’s Encanto Ride - Plus the Secrets of Castle Care (Ep. 565)
Q: Jim, do you think they could put a side entrance or a side exit way back in the park?
Though remember, you know, if we go all the way back to the 1960s, you know, the answer to this problem is hiding in plain sight in early Disneyland TV episodes.
The $7 Million 3D Gamble That Saved Opening Day at EPCOT (Ep. 564)
Q: Has touring plans done any research into the best return times for single pass?
The best return time for single pass is likely to be shortly after the park opens and then during the last hour before closing, as wait times tend to dip during these periods.
From Burbank Backlot to Hollywood Studios - The Roy E. Disney Building’s Second Act (Ep. 561)
Q: How did the parks used to handle phased closures?
The parks had a series of steps they would go through to limit guests, starting with one-day ticket holders not getting in, followed by park hoppers, and then gradually restricting access further.
When Luggage Flies & Presidents Fume: Disney’s New Travel Perks and the Nixon Moment at the Contemporary (Ep. 558)
Q: How early should I start standing in line for standby seats for Epcot's Candlelight Processional?
For popular narrators, people start lining up when the park opens, making it a multi-hour commitment.

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2. Jill Peterfesso
3. Jim Shull
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7. Don Hahn
8. Chris Merrit

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