Armchair Imagineer Podcast
Welcome to The Armchair Imagineer podcast! A Disney podcast where we talk about all things Disney history. From the parks, to movies, videogames and more. Tune in, sit back and enjoy these quick, fun bits from Disney's past, present and future.
Episodes
23 episodes
I Remember Halloween
This week it's short and sweet and we decided to kick off fall and Halloween early.
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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5:48
In Infinitum; The Rise and Fall of Disney Interactive
This week we take a dive into the history of Disney Interactive. A portion of Disney that has incredible highs and too often lows. What did they do right? What did they do wrong? Let's take a look at the history (albeit a short one) of Disney I...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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13:58
In Memoriam: Paul Reubens
Growing up I watched a lot of TV, from rented tapes from the local video store, to catching things live on cable. My childhood had a lot of Paul in it. Not just Pee Wee, but the Nightmare Before Christmas, Buffy and so much more. This week deli...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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7:33
Be Our Guest; 25 years of Disney Cruise Line
This week we dive into the history of the Disney cruise industry. What make their cruises so much better than anyone else? How did Disney turn to the ocean? Found out here!
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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9:49
The Magic at Home: Celebrating 40 years of the Disney Channel
Ready to journey through time, and revisit the golden age of cable television when Disney Channel reigned supreme? We promise you an intriguing exploration into the origins and evolution of this beloved entertainment staple in today's podcast e...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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16:07
Building the dream; Disneyland and how we got here
Ever wondered about the journey that led to the creation of the happiest place on earth? Get ready to uncover the captivating tale of Disneyland's inception, from the spark of inspiration ignited by Walt Disney's daughters, to the arduous task ...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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12:52
Legacy in Neon; 40 years of Tron
In this episode we take a look at Tron for its 40th anniversary!We discuss the making of the film and its history over the last 40 years.No spoilers for Tron or Tron Legacy, although they have both been out a while so it shouldn...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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12:06
Dapper Days are Here Again
Welcome back to another episode of the Armchair Imagineer podcast. This week we take a look at Dapper Day! If you've been to Disneyland in the last 10 years, I am sure you have heard or even seen someone talk about or participate in Dapper Day,...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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7:33
The Other Disney
We are back finally, again! After a move that was way too time consuming and entirely too stressful, we are set up and ready to keep churning out a weekly episode for your listening pleasure. Thank you so much for being patient and understandin...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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9:49
The Show Must Go On
This week I take a look at an often glanced over Disney property, how Disney acquired it and finally a run through of the attraction.
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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11:06
Discovery and Reflections
This week we take a look at two abandoned Disney properties and the spark of hope of a new hotel. It isn't a long one, but it covers roughly 40 years of history regarding these defuncted properties.
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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7:12
Closing Time
This weeks episode is a somber one, the rise and retirement of the Disney Store. It's a short one as well, there is really not a lot of information regarding Disney and its retail outings outside of the parks, so this is what I was able to cobb...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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7:07
Rediscovering the Rides, Revisited
Hello and welcome!This is the first new episode after a year hiatus that I did not mean to take. This week we talk about why I took a break, plans for the future as well as kicking off season 2 of the Armchair Imagineer podcast and we a...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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10:08
Rediscovering the Rides, The Haunted Mansion
This is the sixth and final episode of the Rediscovering the Rides series, where I take a look at some of the most beloved attractions that Disney Imagineering have ever designed, give you some history as well as some facts that you may not kno...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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16:03
Rediscovering the Rides, two for one special!
This is the fourth and fifth episode of the Rediscovering the Rides series, where I take a look at some of the most beloved attractions that Disney Imagineering have ever designed, give you some history as well as some facts that you may not kn...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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14:15
Rediscovering the Rides, The Enchanted Tiki Room
This is the third episode of the Rediscovering the Rides series, where I take a look at some of the most beloved attractions that Disney Imagineering have ever designed, give you some history as well as some facts that you may not know.
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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7:37
Rediscovering the Rides, Carousel of Progress
This is the second episode of the Rediscovering the Rides series, where I take a look at some of the most beloved attractions that Disney Imagineering have ever designed, give you some history as well as some facts that you may not know.
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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9:36
Rediscovering the Rides, Pirates of the Caribbean
This marks the first episode of the Rediscovering the Rides series, where I take a look at some of the most beloved attractions that Disney Imagineering have ever designed, give you some history as well as some facts that you may not know.
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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14:11
Sounds
This week we talk about the sounds of Disney and why they are so impactful to us.
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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7:52
Discussing the Disney Adult
On this episode we take a look at the Disney Adult, what is it and why?
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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10:16
The Times They Are A Changin'
On this weeks episode we talk about the dreaded beast, change and why we should always strive for the best future possible, regardless of our past.
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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8:11