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70. Splash Mountain 2: What They Don't Want You To Know Apr 06, 2022

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This 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.

69. Splash Mountain (Part 1) Feb 11, 2022

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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.

68. Top 5 BEST Disney Movies featuring Franchise Unpacked! Jan 25, 2022

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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!

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67. Country Bear Jamboree Dec 14, 2021

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This 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!

66. VIP Tours and Guest Relations with Victoria! Nov 23, 2021

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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

65. The Magic Kingdom and Walt Disney World - Part 2 Nov 02, 2021

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We'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

64. Haunted Mansion part 4: A History Sparks a Fandom - with Jeff Baham Oct 21, 2021

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This 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!

63. The Magic Kingdom and Walt Disney World - Part 1 Oct 06, 2021

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For 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.sliceofdisney.com

62. Test Track Sep 21, 2021

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This 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

61. The Disney Gays with Josh and Tyler Sep 08, 2021

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This 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!

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