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Imagine That: Ep. 38 - The Magician of Mechanics: Wathel Rogers Sep 15, 2025

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Join Sam, Kevin, and Amanda as we celebrate the incredible legacy of Wathel Rogers—Disney’s animatronic pioneer and the man behind some of the most lifelike, magical movements ever created in the parks. From his early days sculpting miniatures and building models, to helping bring the Tiki Room birds, Abraham Lincoln, and Carousel of Progress to life, we explore how this tinkerer became one of the most essential “magicians” behind Disney magic. Then it’s time for another Imagineering Armchair session—this time, we imagine an Audio-Animatronics 101 experience, the return of Golden Dreams, and adding some new storytellers to the World Showcase. We invite you to become Armchair Imagineers with us! Share your thoughts and join the conversation about this episode and more on our Discord!

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DU Episode #177: Destination D23 Breakdown Sep 13, 2025

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Welcome back to the DU! In this episode Joey & Ryan breakdown the latest announcements and happenings from Destination D23 in Orlando. Lot's of stuff we're excited about. We hope you enjoy the show!

Extra Magic Hour - Castles & Cobwebs Sep 12, 2025

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Join us this week as we explore the dazzling debut of what will become Disney’s brand-new castle in Abu Dhabi, dive into all the frightful fun and magical moments of the Halloween season at Disneyland Paris, and get an insider trip review from Courtney on her spook-tacular experience at Oogie Boogie Bash. From glittering turrets to haunted streets and villainous encounters, this episode is packed with fresh Disney magic, festive tips, and first-hand stories that will transport you right into the heart of the celebration.

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Extra Magic Hour -Unlocking the Extra Magic: Our Destination D23 Recap Sep 06, 2025

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Join us as we break down all the latest updates from Destination D23! From exciting new announcements, sneak peeks into what’s next for the Disney parks and films, and behind-the-scenes looks at Imagineering’s creative process, we’re covering it all. Whether it’s upcoming attractions, special events, or surprising reveals, we’ll share our favorite highlights and what they could mean for the future of Disney magic.

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Walt's Apartment Presents- Knights Of The Rogue Republic Sep 04, 2025

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The Knights are back! In this episode, we go over some of the latest news from a galaxy far, far away. From casting news, release dates, controversial settlements, and more. However, to highlight the show, Courtney discusses her experience at San Diego Comic-Con and the big George Lucas Museum panel. You're going to love it!

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Imagine That Ep. 37 - "The Model Maker": Honoring the Legacy of Harriet Burns Sep 01, 2025

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Join Sam, Kevin, and Amanda as we celebrate the remarkable legacy of Harriet Burns—Disney’s very first female Imagineer in a creative role and the meticulous model maker behind some of Disneyland’s most iconic attractions through craftsmanship, storytelling, and making fabrics and paint come alive in new ways. Then it’s time for another Imagineering Armchair session—where we dream up new experiences inspired by Harriet’s hands-on approach, including an immersive behind-the-scenes tour and a reimagined Tiki Room that brings her signature sparkle to life. We invite you to become Armchair Imagineers with us! Share your thoughts and join the conversation about this episode and more on our Discord!

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Extra Magic Hour - Disney Princess Week Meets Halloween Horror Night Aug 30, 2025

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This week we’re diving into all the magic and thrills across the parks and beyond! We’re celebrating Disney Princess Week with royal spotlights, marking the upcoming anniversary of Tokyo DisneySea with a look at what’s to come at one of the most beautiful parks ever built, and exploring the latest Food & Wine Festival merchandise that fans are buzzing about. Plus, we’ll take a spooky turn as we talk about the eerie new “Deathly Afraid” necklace at Halloween Horror Nights—an accessory with a chilling story behind it. From fairytales to frights, this episode has it all!

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Walt's Apartment Presents- So Cal Disney Dad Aug 24, 2025

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Join us as we welcome Traver from So Cal Disneydad to Walt's Apartment Presents. Traver has an amazing YouTube channel covering all things Southern California amusement parks, mostly the Disneyland Resort. Sam and Shawn learn all about how Traver started his channel, his favorites, and some pro tips as well. We hope you can join us, and as always, we hope you enjoy the view from Walt's Apartment.

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DU Episode #176: Disney/Pixar Bracket Showdown Aug 23, 2025

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Welcome back! In this episode we go through a big Disney & Pixar movie bracket. It's a fun time discussing and choosing these classic films until we eventually choose a winner. Play along if you're able and enjoy the show!

Extra Magic Hour - Disney Parks News Explosion! Aug 22, 2025

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We're back with another fun show for you all! This week we're staying in the Disney resorts as there was a big drop of news at both the Disneyland & WDW resorts. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the show!

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