Best Hyperion Adventures Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 252: Adventures By Disney - Southern California 2025 Part 2 30:53

1d ago30:53

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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 Calif…

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Hyperion Hamilton Extravaganza 1:59:00

4d ago1:59:00

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Hyperion Hamilton Extravaganza Way back in July of 2024, we promised we'd be celebrating a big anniversary year for our all-time favorite musical. Now, we're fulfilling that promise with our Hyperion Hamilton Extravaganza. We cap-off the #YearOfLin with a fun look at this amazing show that is getting set to celebrate 10 years on Broadway & 5 years …

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Episode 251: Adventures By Disney - Southern California 2025 Part 1 28:53

8d ago28:53

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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 Dege…

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If You Know, You Know - Disneyland Deep Cuts 1:25:20

11d ago1:25:20

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If You Know, You Know - Disneyland Deep Cuts We've decided to begin a new topic series that we couldn't be more excited about. It focuses on some of the best details in the parks that those who visit the parks regularly are aware of but maybe not everyone else. With The Happiest Place On Earth officially hitting 70 this week, we felt it would be be…

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BONUS: Disneyland's 70th! 2:32

14d ago2:32

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Happy 70th Anniversary to Disneyland!

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Episode 250: Adventures By Disney Overview - Southern California 2025 24:25

15d ago24:25

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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 [email protected]. Fi…

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Disneyland at 70 - Still The Happiest Place On Earth 1:13:18

18d ago1:13:18

1:13:18

Disneyland at 70 - Still The Happiest Place On Earth We're quickly approaching the 70th birthday of one of our favorite places in the world. As a matter of fact, it's this week! So, this week we can't help but gush all about Disneyland at 70 - Still The Happiest Place On Earth. We share many of the reasons why this is a special place and why, after…

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Episode 249: Author and Former Imagineer Chris Merritt Part 2 36:13

22d ago36:13

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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 …

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The Hamilton Recast - With Disney Characters 1:21:01

25d ago1:21:01

1:21:01

The Hamilton Recast - With Disney Characters We hope you've had a wonderful, safe & festive 4th of July Weekend. We celebrated, for the 5th year straight, by rewatching our favorite patriotic musical on Disney+. Of course, we're talking about Hamilton. While experiencing this phenomenal piece of art, we thought, what would it be like if some of our…

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Episode 248: Author and Former Imagineer Chris Merritt Part 1 38:55

29d ago38:55

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As Disneyland preps for its 70th anniversary a new book looks at the park’s earliest years. The Happiest Place on Earth: The Incredible Story of Walt Disney’s Disneyland from Penguin Random House has over 750 images, previously unpublished documents, and concept drawings. Author and former Imagineer Chris Merritt joins us this week to talk about th…

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Our 7th Anniversary Celebration Show 1:50:31

1M ago1:50:31

1:50:31

Our 7th Anniversary Celebration Show It's hard to believe but here we are. Seven years as a podcast. It's been a heck of a ride and we thought we have a party to mark the occasion. So, Thursday night, we hopped on YouTube, Facebook & Instagram to invite you in live for Our 7th Anniversary Celebration Show. So many of you joined us for the show or s…

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Episode 247: Degenhart Walt Disney World 2025 Trip Part 2 14:12

1M ago14:12

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Shawn Degenhart’s family trip to Walt Disney World continues! Shawn shares a diary style day-by-day recap. It includes visits to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Magic Kingdom and his happy place, Pioneer Hall at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground to see the Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue. Hosts John Alois, Shawn Degenhart…

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Our Favorite Disney Immersive Dining Settings 1:20:24

1M ago1:20:24

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If you know us at all, then you know one of our favorite things to do when we're at Disney is eat. We especially enjoy it when the location we're having our meals within is fun, entertaining and has great food. So, for this week's show, we're going to share some of those spots that we hit regularly during our visits and vacation. That's right! It's…

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Episode 246: Degenhart Walt Disney World 2025 Trip Part 1 14:38

1M ago14:38

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Shawn Degenhart and family are in Walt Disney World! Shawn has a day-by-day recap of his adventures in Magic Kingdom and EPCOT this week. He has thoughts on Lightning Lane, afternoon breaks and has other takes. Hosts John Alois, Shawn Degenhart and John Redlingshafer would love to hear from you! Email or send a recorded audio message at podcast@the…

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A Weekend of Hellos & Goodbyes - Our June Walt Disney World Visit Recap 1:54:21

2M ago1:54:21

1:54:21

We were lucky enough last week to visit The Most Magical Place On Earth for a quick, about 30 hour, getaway. Even though the time period was short, we packed a lot in and this week we're telling you all about it. We'll discuss A Weekend of Hellos & Goodbyes - Our June Walt Disney World Visit Recap. That's right! We said hello to several new things …

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Episode 245: Walt Disney's Cinderella in Full Score from Shawn Degenhart Music 30:00

2M ago30:00

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We’re taking a deep dive into the Cinderella Study Score published by our own Shawn Degenhart. What inspired him to create the book? How was it to work with Disney? What all is included in the book besides the score itself? We’ll also take a closer look at long time composer and Disney Legend Oliver Wallace. Purchase Walt Disney’s Cinderella in Ful…

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Our Unofficial Official Phineas & Ferb Revival Wrap Up Show 1:21:50

2M ago1:21:50

1:21:50

If you know us then you probably know that we love a little animated show that is making a return this week. We we're so excited for it, that we couldn't wait to talk about it. So, we jumped on YouTube immediately following it's Disney Channel debut to bring you Our Unofficial Official Phineas & Ferb Revival Wrap Up Show. We talk all about the firs…

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Episode 244: Catching Up With Our Disney Views 19:57

2M ago19:57

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We’re covering many topics this week including the new Disney Park coming to Abu Dhabi. We’ll share our thoughts. We’ll also talk about the American parks and new summer attractions. John Alois has a mini MCU review of Thunderbolts*. Lilo and Stitch is cleaning up at the box office. Does that mean more live action remakes are on the way? That and m…

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Our 5 Favorite Phineas & Ferb Songs 1:35:43

2M ago1:35:43

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We couldn't be more excited for this week debut of the revival of one of our favorite shows. So, for this week's episode, we decided to take a look back at one of the elements that sets this show apart from all the rest. In other words, we know what we're gonna do today! We're sharing Our 5 Favorite Phineas & Ferb Songs. This show has so many amazi…

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Episode 243: Disney Fest 2025 Presentations Part 2 23:34

2M ago23:34

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We’re wrapping up Disney Fest 2025 which was held a few weeks ago at the Peoria Riverfront Museum in Peoria, IL. Author JB Kaufman is giving us a history lesson on Donald Duck. He’ll talk about some of his early shorts including The Wise Little Hen (1934), Mr Duck Steps Out (1940) and A Good Time For a Dime (1941.) Then we’ll learn about the final …

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Remembering Our Favorite Disney Villains 1:23:46

2M ago1:23:46

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It's Memorial Day Weekend and, for this week's episode, we decided to spend in looking back at those characters we love to loathe. That's right, we're spending the show Remembering Our Favorite Disney Villains. We'll discuss their origins and talk about how they've evolved over time on the screen and in the parks. We may even share which baddies ar…

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Episode 242: Disney Fest 2025 Presentations Part 1 39:14

2M ago39:14

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Disney authors and historians JB Kaufman and Mindy Johnson join us this week! We’re back at Disney Fest 2025 to hear their presentations from the annual event. Joining them are organizer Steve Spain and our very own Shawn Degenhart. As part of the event there were several classic Disney Films shown. This week we’ll focus on Cinderella, Alice in Won…

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Celebrate Happy: Delving into Disneyland's 70th Anniversary Celebration 1:24:34

2M ago1:24:34

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The big birthday party began this week at The Happiest Place On Earth and we couldn't be more excited for it. So, for this week's episode, we're discussing all the fun that can be had if you have a Southern California Disney trip on the calendar. Yep! We're talking about ways to Celebrate Happy: Delving Into Disneyland's 70th Anniversary Celebratio…

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Episode 241: Our Fifth Anniversary! 1:07:32

3M ago1:07:32

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We’re five years old today! This week, we’re celebrating half a decade of podcasting by sharing our origin stories. We’re interviewing each other. What were we like as kids? When did we discover Disney? How did we come up with the name for the show? What does the name mean? Find out in this episode. Hosts John Alois, Shawn Degenhart and John Redlin…

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Moonlight Magic & Fort Wilderness Fun 1:34:56

3M ago1:34:56

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We recently returned from a few amazing days at Walt Disney World and, this week, we're telling you all about it with our Moonlight Magic & Fort Wilderness Fun Episode. We share all that we experienced at the most recent DVC late-night ticketed event. Then we discuss our stay at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campgrounds. We'll tell you why this…

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Episode 240: Peoria Disney Fest 2025 With Mindy Johnson and JB Kaufman 41:40

3M ago41:40

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This week’s show is from Disney Fest at The Peoria Riverfront Museum in Peoria, IL where we sat down with authors Mindy Johnson and JB Kaufman. Our many topics include artist Mary Blair, The Reluctant Dragon from 1941, the history of Tinker Bell and more. We also share our own personal stories and talk about the moment we knew Disney became our pas…

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Dillo's Diz Dual Disney Destination Drop-in Discussion 1:45:32

3M ago1:45:32

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This week, we’re excited to have two of our favorite guests on the show. It’s Frank & Jen from Theme Park Thursday with Dillo’s Diz. They recently visited a couple of Disney locations including Frank’s first ever journey to the Disneyland and we talk with them all about it in a segment we’re calling Dillo’s Diz Dual Disney Destination Drop-In Discu…

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Episode 239: Dan Zehr from Coffee With Kenobi 21:02

3M ago21:02

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What’s happening in the world of Star Wars? We reach out to our best expert on the subject! Dan Zehr from Coffee With Kenobi is back with us to talk about Seasons of the Force in Disneyland. We’ll also chat about Star Wars Celebration in Japan and Season 2 of Andor. Plus we’ll preview the new show coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney Villai…

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Our 6th Annual Ask Us Anything Show - Live 1:35:11

3M ago1:35:11

1:35:11

We've been doing this show for nearly 7 years now but, in all that time, one thing we've never done is a live show. Well that changed this week for one of our yearly episode you've told us is among you favorites. That's right, this week we did Our 6th Annual Ask Us Anything Show - Live. We were joined by some many wonderful people who asked us ques…

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Episode 238: Disney Fest Preview With Steve Spain 18:18

3M ago18:18

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We’re less than two weeks away from the annual Disney Fest at the Peoria Riverfront Museum in Peoria, IL. Organizer and avid Disney art collector Steve Spain joins us to preview the event. Disney films Cinderella and Peter Pan will be among the movies shown this year on the enormous screen. Plus guest speakers will talk about the history of the fil…

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Discussing Mufasa: The Lion King with Novelization Author Charles Orgbon III 1:34:56

3M ago1:34:56

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Today, we are honored to be joined by an amazingly accomplished guest who has done everything from starting a conservation-focused youth organization to helping corporations with sustainability strategies. He's also a social justice advocate and an accomplished writer. And now, he's working with Disney to bring the story of the greatest king of the…

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Episode 237: Disney Legend Tony Baxter Part 2 50:16

4M ago50:16

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In the second half of our conversation with Disney Legend Tony Baxter he talks about mentors he had and the importance of mentoring. He shares thoughts on the future of the theme park industry and has some wise advice for all of us. Plus, is the Magical Express coming back to Walt Disney World? We’ll discuss a new service that has us wondering. Hos…

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Our 2025 runDisney Springtime Surprise Recap 1:34:03

4M ago1:34:03

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We recently returned from another amazing race weekend at the Walt Disney World Resort, and we couldn't be more excited to tell you all about it. That's right! For this week's main topic, we're sharing Our 2025 runDisney Springtime Surprise Recap. We'll tell you about all the fun we had in and around the Hercules 10K and tell you why you may want t…

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Episode 236: Disney Legend Tony Baxter Part 1 41:01

4M ago41:01

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Little did Tony Baxter know when he began scooping ice cream on Main Street U.S.A. he would one day become a Disney Legend. We're thrilled to have the Disney Imagineer on this week. He talks about his early days at Disney and covers some of his biggest projects including EPCOT, and the mysterious, unbuilt Discovery Bay in Disneyland. Plus we're pla…

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Disney Cruising with Chris the DCL Cruising Dad 1:36:10

4M ago1:36:10

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This week, we continue our series welcoming people who have never been on the show before to the podcast. Yep! It’s another edition of our New Year, New Guests segment. We were blessed to bring aboard someone with a vast knowledge of sailing with Captains Mickey & Minnie as we go Disney Cruising with Chris the DCL Cruising Dad. He shares details of…

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Episode 235: Catching Up With Our Disney Views 32:25

4M ago32:25

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We have a plethora of topics to cover this week including the next gen animatronics possibly coming to the parks, the new Disney Vacation Club lounge in the Magic Kingdom, Disney/PIXAR’s Elio trailer has us intrigued, D23 is heading back to Marceline, Marvel’s Daredevil: Born Again, and more! Hosts John Alois, Shawn Degenhart and John Redlingshafer…

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Disney's Animal Kingdom - One Park, Many Worlds 1:38:59

4M ago1:38:59

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For this week's episode, we decided to take another look at arguably the most unique and important Disney Parks. One that maybe hasn't been our favorite over the years but that perspective may be changing. That's because Michelle dove deeply into the special parts of this park and found some really fascinating information for a segment we're callin…

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Episode 234: Characters in the Parks 25:02

4M ago25:02

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They help bring the parks to life. They're the Disney characters in the parks and they create some of our favorite memories. But they weren't part of the original plan for Disneyland and Walt had to actually borrow costumes for opening day. We'll share that story and talk about our memorable moments. Plus the Disneyland Band surprises Walt Disney W…

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Revisiting Disney's Live-Action Remakes 1:26:31

4M ago1:26:31

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With this week's release of Snow White to the theaters with mixed reviews, we thought this would be a good take a look back at some of the other Walt Disney Studios films that may have not been looked on fondly. That's right! This week, we're Revisiting Disney's Live-Action Remakes. We'll discuss some of these films that have a poor reputation and,…

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Episode 233: Former Disney Entertainment Cast Member Kim Kaufman Part 2 24:13

4M ago24:13

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Kim Kaufman is back this week to share more stories from her time in Walt Disney World as a Cast Member. Kim was "friends with" a lot of the characters in the parks. She talks about both funny and touching moments from her interactions with guests. Plus we're also talking about the latest additions to author Ridley Pearson's popular Kingdom Keeper …

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Air, Water, Flowers, Acrobats & Mountains - A Recap of a Fun-Filled Weekend At Walt Disney World 1:40:47

5M ago1:40:47

1:40:47

Last weekend, we were blessed to have the opportunity to visit The Most Magical Place On Earth. Today, we're telling you all about it with our episode, we've named Air, Water, Flowers, Acrobats & Mountains - A Recap of a Fun-Filled Weekend At Walt Disney World. Now, that title may seem a little strange, but it will all make sense once we share the …

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Episode 232: Former Disney Entertainment Cast Member Kim Kaufman Part 1 25:55

5M ago25:55

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Seeing Disney characters is a highlight for many Disney park visitors. Our guest this week not only got to meet characters as a kid, she became good "friends" with them. Lifelong Disney fan and former cast member Kim Kaufman shares some of her unique character stories. Plus Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D'Amaro was on hand at the South By Southw…

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5 Keys For A Magical Multi-Gen Disney Vacay 1:10:41

5M ago1:10:41

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We are quickly approaching spring. The EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival is underway. Before you know it, Summer will be here, and even the Holidays .. With all these fantastic dates ahead, maybe you’re planning on a vacation to Disneyland or the Walt Disney Resort. That visit may even include a much anticipated get-together with family.…

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Episode 231: Disney Through The Decades - The 1960s 29:31

5M ago29:31

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New adventures await Walt and his teams in the 1960s. Disney looks to expand its themed entertainment across the country with creations for the New York World's Fair. Walt also plans to build a city on swampland in Florida. At the box office, he produces more live action films than ever before. One of those movies is considered his greatest onscree…

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Our 5 Favorite Disney Land Songs 1:32:42

5M ago1:32:42

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Believe it or not, this week's show happens to be our 350th official episode. Since you've told us our musical episodes are some of your favorite, we decided to celebrate with another edition of our 5 favorite songs list. Today, we decided to focus on Our 5 Favorite Disney Land Songs. Now, you may notice the space between Disney and Land in that ti…

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Episode 230: Disney Podcaster Lou Mongello Part 2 21:05

5M ago21:05

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He's back! Long time popular Disney podcaster Lou Mongello from WDW Radio returns for the second half of our conversation with him. He shares more personal stories and talks about some of his favorite Disney things. Plus Disney Fest 2025 is coming to the Peoria Riverfront Museum in Peoria, IL this May 2-4! We have some details on what to look forwa…

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Our 2025 runDisney Princess 10K Recap 1:18:29

5M ago1:18:29

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We are freshly back from our quick trip to the Walt Disney World resort for the latest race weekend and we can't wait to tell you all about it. That's right! For this week's show, we're sharing Our 2025 runDisney Princess 10K Recap. For several reasons, this was one of the most challenging races we've ever run. We'll tell you why and how we fought …

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Episode 229: Disney Podcaster Lou Mongello Part 1 34:14

5M ago34:14

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Once upon a time, an attorney from New Jersey decided to leave his law practice and pursue his true passion of sharing his love for all things Disney with the world. Twenty years later, Lou Mongello is one of the biggest podcasters and influencers in the Disney fan community. He tells his amazing story this week on The Hyperion Hub. Plus we have a …

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Disney's The Band Concert 90th Anniversary Celebration 50:35

5M ago50:35

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This happens to be an important month for Walt Disney Animation because it's a big birthday for one of its most historic shorts. And today, we're going to tell you all about it as we bring you our Disney's The Band Concert 90th Anniversary Celebration. Michelle brings her always outstanding research to the show as she shares interesting information…

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Episode 228: Catching Up With Our Disney Views 19:11

6M ago19:11

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We're covering many topics this week including the new Disney Vacation Club Member Cruise coming, the Season of the Force event at Disneyland, Marvel TV shows to look forward to in 2025 including Dare Devil: Born Again in March and more! Hosts John Alois, Shawn Degenhart and John Redlingshafer would love to hear from you! Email or send a recorded a…

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