Defunctland

Kevin interviews Johnny Tammaro, the former manager of Toys "R" Us Times Square, who held many roles at Toys "R" Us including when he developed an interesting character named Vinny. The Honeyzoomers: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClh0DE-NIYz2XQOv0JaKYvQ Vinny: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=279NTppyqXI

Transcribed - Published: 24 December 2020

Dan Lanigan, host of Disney+'s Prop Culture, joins Kevin to discuss the show, his love of props, and much much more.

Transcribed - Published: 16 June 2020

In this episode of the Defunctland Podcast, Kevin sits down with Former Imagineer Mark Eades to discuss his time in theme parks, working on early EPCOT Center, Star Tours, MuppetVision, Terminator 2 3D, and more!

Transcribed - Published: 10 June 2020

Kevin is joined by Imagineer and theme park designer Bob Baranick to discuss his lengthy portfolio working on projects such as the Indiana Jones Adventure, Lucas Spaceport, Liberty Street, Tarzan's Treehouse, Captain EO, Epcot, and Frontierland in Disneyland Paris, as well as his work with other companies such as Six Flags Power Plant.

Transcribed - Published: 2 March 2020

In this episode of the podcast, Kevin interviews former Imagineer Brian Collins about his time in Imagineering, where he worked on many of the original Disney-MGM attractions as a show writer, including the Backlot Tour and The Great Movie Ride.

Transcribed - Published: 11 February 2020

Kevin kicks off Defunctland Podcast Season 3 and his month of Imagineering interviews with Ray Kinman, a master woodcarver that created some of the coolest art pieces in the parks. Check out Ray's work as you listen to the interview! https://www.woodcarverguru.com/zillions-of-pics/

Transcribed - Published: 7 February 2020

Kevin Perjurer sits down on this final episode of the Defunctland Podcast's second season to answer audience questions in a discussion moderated by Jack from Park Ride History.

Transcribed - Published: 5 February 2020

Defunctland team member, audio extraordinaire, and puppeteer Nate Begle finally joins the Defunctland Podcast to discuss his work with Mystery Science Theater 3000 Live, The Muppets Presents... Great Moments in American History, and his work with Kevin on Defunctland.

Transcribed - Published: 13 November 2019

On this episode of the Defunctland Podcast, Kevin is joined by Dear Evan Hanson star and Disney Parks fanatic Andrew Barth Feldman. They discuss Andrew's love for the parks and some of the musicals the two have seen around Disney.

Transcribed - Published: 21 September 2019

Rob and Kevin both went to Cast Member previews of Galaxy's Edge at Walt Disney World, and they have some thoughts. The two go head to head in the fourth installment of their debate series.

Transcribed - Published: 3 August 2019

On this episode of the Defunctland Podcast, puppeteer and actress Stephanie D'Abruzzo and writer Craig Shemin join Kevin to talk all about the Wubbulous World of Dr. Seuss.

Transcribed - Published: 16 March 2019

Kevin is finally joined by Jake Williams of Bright Sun Films to discuss everything YouTube documentaries and discuss the huge success of Abandoned, Cancelled, and Bankrupt, even if Jake wasn't aware beforehand.

Transcribed - Published: 13 February 2019

Former Imagineer Trader Brandon joins the Defunctland Podcast to surprise Disney Dan and Kevin with his vast knowledge on the creation of Trader Sam's, the Hatbox Ghost in the Haunted Mansion, and broken animatronics of purple dragons. Get Trader Brandon's book! https://www.traderbrandon.com/collections/pins/products/the-field-guide-to-tiki-decorating

Transcribed - Published: 21 January 2019

Hank Green joins the Defunctland podcast to discuss a lot of everything and discuss what his new book would look like if it were a theme park ride!

Transcribed - Published: 3 December 2018

Ben Lancaster joins the Defunctland podcast to discuss his new film "The Further Adventures of Walt's Frozen Head," a film shot on location at Walt Disney World. A battle of the egos ensues between Kevin and Ben as they discuss a variety of topics.

Transcribed - Published: 7 November 2018

Imagineer Rick Rothschild joins the podcast to discuss his time at Imagineering, directing projects such as Pleasure Island, ExtraTERRORestrial: Alien Encounter, Honey I Shrunk the Audience, Captain EO, Disney's America, and more!

Transcribed - Published: 15 October 2018

WWE Superstar Zack Ryder joins Kevin on the podcast to discuss everything theme parks, and Zack has some... controversial opinions to say the least. Has Kevin finally met his match?

Transcribed - Published: 26 September 2018

Kevin and Rob go head to head once again, along with Disney Dan. The three discuss all of the recent theme park news and the implications it has on the future of the parks.

Transcribed - Published: 26 September 2018

Voice Actor and YouTuber Brian Hull joins the Defunctland Podcast, bringing many of his beloved impersonations with him.

Transcribed - Published: 29 August 2018

On this episode of the Defunctland Podcast, former Club Disney employee Sean joins Kevin to discuss everything about Disney's failed Chuck E. Cheese/Discovery Zone concept, as well as the ESPN Zone and Disney Store.

Transcribed - Published: 22 August 2018

Former manager of the Nickelodeon Family Suites Resort Kate joins Kevin to discuss her time at the hotel. Check out Kate's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/KateWDWCP

Transcribed - Published: 8 August 2018

Jenny Nicholson joins Kevin on the Defunctland Podcast to discuss everything theme parks. Kevin also challenges Jenny to the first ever Intellectual Property Challenge. Check out Jenny's channel!https://www.youtube.com/user/JennyENicholson

Transcribed - Published: 13 July 2018

Puppeteer Noel MacNeal joins the Defunctland Podcast to discuss his work on Bear in the Big Blue House and many other projects! Check out Noel's Show Me Show:http://www.theshowmeshow.com/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIua1WtZvLsl9s5mSmAAyvQ Find Noel on Twitter:@Noelyourhost

Transcribed - Published: 14 June 2018

Imagineer Tim Delaney, designer of the Living Seas pavilion, Paradise Pier, Space Mountain: From the Earth to the Moon, Discoveryland at Euro Disney, and much much more, joins Kevin to discuss his 34 year career with Walt Disney Imagineering. For a bonus episode, go to patreon.com/defunctland.

Transcribed - Published: 17 May 2018

Mitchel and Marc Musso join the Defunctland Podcast to discuss what it was like being a Disney child star wanting to go to Disneyland and Disney World. The conversation also drifts into commentary on the history of the shows on Disney Channel.

Transcribed - Published: 23 April 2018

Debunkedland editor Heath Jinkins joins Kevin to announce the changes coming to the Defunctland Podcast.

Transcribed - Published: 13 April 2018

RobPlays returns to debate Kevin over the future of the theme park industry, with special guests Disney Dan, Noah Randall, and Park Ride History.

Transcribed - Published: 13 April 2018

Scott Yuken, YouTuber, theme park nerd, and Japanese resident, comes on the Defunctland podcast to chat about the theme park heaven that is Japan!

Transcribed - Published: 5 April 2018

Kevin is joined by former Jungle Cruise skipper and Alfred Hitchcock: The Art of Making Movies attraction lover Ty Andreaco. They discuss Ty's experiences as a skipper and his favorite trip to Universal.

Transcribed - Published: 26 March 2018

Veteran theme park entertainer Ron Schneider returns to the Defunctland podcast to discuss the ins and outs of Epcot's best dark ride, Journey Into Imagination. Check out Ron's book:https://www.amazon.com/Dreamer-Dreamfinder-Lessons-Learned-Behind/dp/B009ITQLLQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1516638600&sr=8-1&keywords=dreamer+to+dreamfinder Check out Jeff Lange's DVD of the ride:http://jefflangedvd.com/2012/07/buy-it-now-journey-into-imagination-with-original-dreamfinder-ron-schneider-exclusive-signed-edition/

Transcribed - Published: 12 March 2018

Kevin is joined by famed YouTuber and YouTube commenter Larry Bundy Jr. They dicuss U.K. and European parks, as well as venture into theme park video games.

Transcribed - Published: 27 February 2018

Kevin is joined again by Theme Park Tourist's Brian Krosnick. They finish their discussion on Defunctland's attractions and eventually talk about King Island's Tomb Raider: The Ride.

Transcribed - Published: 17 February 2018

In the first podcast episode of Season 2, Kevin sits down with Brian Krosnick, a writer for Theme Park Tourist, about his Lost Legends and Disaster Files series. The two discuss every episode of Defunctland Season One and their experiences researching extinct attractions.

Transcribed - Published: 15 February 2018

Kevin and his executive producers, Bleaker and Noah Randall, discuss the future of everything Defunctland.

Transcribed - Published: 8 January 2018

Kevin and Rob face off, debating progress vs nostalgiacness as it applies to Disney parks! Hosted by Disney Dan!

Transcribed - Published: 4 December 2017

Disney Dan joins Kevin to discuss everything Magic Kingdom, and they mean EVERYTHING!

Transcribed - Published: 20 November 2017

Kevin and Ron finish their discussion by touching on other parts of his career, such as his tenure as Figment and Dreamfinder at EPCOT, writing for Chuck E. Cheese, and his role in the new movie 'The Further Adventures of Walt's Frozen Head.' Thank Ron by checking out his book!https://www.amazon.com/Dreamer-Dreamfinder-Lessons-Learned-Behind/dp/0985470615

Transcribed - Published: 8 November 2017

Kevin is joined by Ron Schneider, a veteran performer and writer for theme parks across the United States, including Disney World, Disneyland, Universal Studios Florida and Hollywood, and much more. In this episode, Kevin and Ron discuss his tenure writing for Universal Studios' original Halloween Horror Nights, Fright Nights and Beetlejuice's Graveyard Tours. Thank Ron by checking out his book!https://www.amazon.com/Dreamer-Dreamfinder-Lessons-Learned-Behind/dp/0985470615

Transcribed - Published: 6 November 2017

In this chaotic episode, Kevin enlists the help of his audience and friends to remember the infamous water park in Vernon, New Jersey, Action Park! Check out our cameo friends! Park Ride History: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWPa4aE_b2OfhW7oA87wT2Q Disney Dan: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeqwjbVfwiPVg75sNPZvxmw Yesterworld Entertainment: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmOy2-vrvwDh6O1bTUB5m_g

Transcribed - Published: 24 October 2017

Terri Hardin finished her discussion with Kevin, this time over a bunch of random tangents, such at The Country Bears movie, the Muppets, and Disneyland Shanghai.

Transcribed - Published: 6 October 2017

Terri Hardin joins the Defunctland Podcast for part two of her discussion with Kevin. She tells a variety of behind the scenes stories of Captain EO, as well as her experience working with Michael Jackson.

Transcribed - Published: 2 October 2017

In the first of a three-part podcast, former Imagineer and veteran puppeteer Terri Hardin joins Kevin to discuss her experiences at Walt Disney Imagineer and her encounters with Jim Henson, Michael Eisner, Tony Baxter, and much more!

Transcribed - Published: 18 September 2017

Kevin is joined by Joseph, the co-writer of Episode 16 of Defunctland and a former employee of Cedar Point. They talk everything Disaster Transport, Cedar Point, and Cedar Fair.  Buy Defunctland Merchandise:https://teespring.com/stores/defunctland

Transcribed - Published: 11 September 2017

Miguel, a former employee of Universal Studios Florida, talks about Disaster! A Major Motion Picture Ride... Starring You and much more with Kevin. Visit Our Great Sponsor YeOldeProppeShoppe! Click Here to Watch the Defunctland YouTube Series!

Transcribed - Published: 28 August 2017

Jack from Park Ride History joins Kevin to discuss their recent crossover episode and the Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow and Yesterday and the Intellectual Property Community of Tomorrow. Check out the Defunctland YouTube Series Here Check out Jack's YouTube Channel Here

Transcribed - Published: 14 August 2017