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Episode 257: Retired Executive Lighting Designer Ken Lennon Part 2 Sep 03, 2025

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In the second half of our conversation with former executive lighting designer Ken Lennon, he shares insights into his career which brought him to Disney Parks around the world. He also tells the fascinating story about lighting Cars Land in Disney California Adventure.

Plus, John, John and Shawn have details about a big event coming to Marceline, MO. The Dreaming Tree Gala at the Disney Family Farm takes place in a couple of weeks. Visit waltdisneymuseum.org.

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Episode 256: Retired Executive Lighting Designer Ken Lennon Part 1 Aug 27, 2025

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He paints with light and shadow but his canvas isn’t on a traditional easel. 🎨💡Former Imagineer and lighting designer Ken Lennon has helped light scenes, attractions and lands in Disney Parks across the globe.

🌟Hear how he got his start, what inspired him and how his work continues to brighten the Disney experience for guests worldwide.

Thanks for meeting up with us at The Hyperion Hub!

Hosts John Alois, Shawn Degenhart and John Redlingshafer would love to hear from you! Email or send a recorded audio message at podcast@thehyperionhub.com. Find us on social media. The Hyperion Hub is not affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its subsidiaries. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php/?id=100063622463796 https://www.instagram.com/hyperion_hub/ https://twitter.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2FHubHyperion

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Episode 255: Disneyland vs Walt Disney World Attractions Aug 20, 2025

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🎙️It’s showtime and showdown time! We’re putting Disneyland and Walt Disney World head to head in the ultimate attraction debate! Disney fans have gone back and forth for decades and we’re ready to settle it… or maybe stir up more debates.

Plus we’ll discuss the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Hosts John Alois, Shawn Degenhart and John Redlingshafer would love to hear from you! Email or send a recorded audio message at podcast@thehyperionhub.com. Find us on social media. The Hyperion Hub is not affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its subsidiaries. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php/?id=100063622463796 https://www.instagram.com/hyperion_hub/ https://twitter.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2FHubHyperion

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Episode 254: Musician Michael Mastroianni Aug 13, 2025

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🎶Talented multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Michael Mastroianni joins us this week. Guests can hear him tickling the keys all over Walt Disney World including at the iconic Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue at Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground. This music director, composer and orchestrator shares his story that began in musical theater. 🎭 Visit mastromjm.com for more information on Michael.

Also on this episode, we’ll discuss the fantastic upgrades coming to the Animation Courtyard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. A little bit of Burbank is coming to Walt Disney World in Florida.

Hosts John Alois, Shawn Degenhart and John Redlingshafer would love to hear from you! Email or send a recorded audio message at podcast@thehyperionhub.com. Find us on social media. The Hyperion Hub is not affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its subsidiaries. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php/?id=100063622463796 https://www.instagram.com/hyperion_hub/ https://twitter.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2FHubHyperion

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Episode 253: 2025 Summer Trips Wrap-Up Aug 06, 2025

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Join Shawn and John as they share highlights and magical moments from their recent adventures to Disneyland and Walt Disney World! From classic attractions to unexpected surprises, it’s a coast-to-coast Disney parks trip recap.

Plus a little history on Donald Duck soft-drinks once proudly bottled in Peoria, IL.

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Episode 252: Adventures By Disney - Southern California 2025 Part 2 Jul 30, 2025

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John Redlingshafer's Adventures By Disney trip to Southern California culminates at Disneyland! But before they get to Walt’s park, a few memorable stops at the Walt Disney Studio, the Disney Archives and Disney Imagineering!

Then, finally they visit Disneyland for the first time! Get a feel for the parks with audio from Disneyland and Disney California Adventure! John wraps up his travel log with some final thoughts.

Hosts John Alois, Shawn Degenhart and John Redlingshafer would love to hear from you! Email or send a recorded audio message at podcast@thehyperionhub.com. Find us on social media. The Hyperion Hub is not affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its subsidiaries. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php/?id=100063622463796 https://www.instagram.com/hyperion_hub/ https://twitter.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2FHubHyperion

Episode 251: Adventures By Disney - Southern California 2025 Part 1 Jul 23, 2025

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Hooray for Hollywood and the Redlingshafers! John and his family begin their Adventures by Disney trip in Southern California. Highlights include visits to Disney’s El Capitan Theater, Walt’s Barn in Griffith Park where a surprise guest made an appearance and the famous Tam O’Shanter restaurant.

That and more this week!

Hosts John Alois, Shawn Degenhart and John Redlingshafer would love to hear from you! Email or send a recorded audio message at podcast@thehyperionhub.com. Find us on social media. The Hyperion Hub is not affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its subsidiaries. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php/?id=100063622463796 https://www.instagram.com/hyperion_hub/ https://twitter.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2FHubHyperion

BONUS: Disneyland's 70th! Jul 17, 2025

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Happy 70th Anniversary to Disneyland!

Episode 250: Adventures By Disney Overview - Southern California 2025 Jul 16, 2025

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John Redlingshafer and his family are heading out west and visiting Disneyland for the first time. This week John previews his Adventures by Disney trip from Hollywood!

Happy 70th Disneyland!

Hosts John Alois, Shawn Degenhart and John Redlingshafer would love to hear from you! Email or send a recorded audio message at podcast@thehyperionhub.com. Find us on social media. The Hyperion Hub is not affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its subsidiaries. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php/?id=100063622463796 https://www.instagram.com/hyperion_hub/ https://twitter.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2FHubHyperion

Episode 249: Author and Former Imagineer Chris Merritt Part 2 Jul 09, 2025

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Author and former Imagineer Chris Merritt joins us again this week to talk about a new Disneyland coffee table book he and Disney Legend Don Hahn co-wrote. The Happiest Place on Earth: The Incredible Story of Walt Disney’s Disneyland will be available July 15, 2025. Preorder at PenguinRandomHouse.com

Chris reveals some secrets about Disneyland. He also shares his personal feelings about working on the book. The park is very special to him as his parents worked there in the 1960s and he worked there before attending CalArts.

Plus John Redlingshafer is getting ready for his Adventures by Disney trip to Disneyland! It’s his first visit to the happiest place on Earth.

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