Disney History Institute Podcast

Our monthly exploration of news inside the Disney Company.  In this episode: - Updates to Disneyland and Disney World - The Wonders of the Animation Courtyard - A Complete Redo of Carousel of Progress Bandcamp subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

Transcribed - Published: 1 June 2026

Our monthly exploration of news inside the Disney Company. In this episode: - Construction Update in Avengers Campus - Coco Boat Ride Takes Shape - Galaxy's Edge Goes Old School - Disneyland Resort Eyes Large Expansion Bandcamp Subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

Transcribed - Published: 25 May 2026

Our monthly exploration of news inside the Disney Company. In this episode: - Disney Live Action Remakes Take a New Direction - How the Conflict in Iran is Affecting the Disney Parks Bandcamp subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

Transcribed - Published: 18 May 2026

An exploration of the opening-day pharmacy museum at Disneyland with author Stephan Hall. Bandcamp subscriptions - dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

Transcribed - Published: 11 May 2026

Hundreds of recently released pages of depositions shed new light on the battle between Florida and Disney and what unannounced plans Disney World has for the near future. Bandcamp subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com >> Also, apologies, though the audio file was loaded on Sunday, it didn't post, as scheduled, on Sunday night.  Only the text block posted.  So instead, I re-loaded the file again on Monday morning <<

Transcribed - Published: 4 May 2026

The first chapter of the book, Making Mary Poppins. Link to video on YouTube - https://youtu.be/Q9NOLsKNDss Link to the book on Amazon - amzn.to/4mhHUaU L\ Link to Bandcamp subscription page - https://dhipodcast.bandcamp.com/

Transcribed - Published: 27 April 2026

The concluding episode in our story of Mary Blair, the person who is often described as Walt Disney's favorite artist. Part Thirty-One.  . Bandcamp subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com Presentation at UW- Whitewater - https://www.uww.edu/ce/disneycareerjourneys/toddpiercepresentation

Transcribed - Published: 20 April 2026

The story of Mary Blair, the person who is often described as Walt Disney's favorite artist.  Part Thirty. Bandcamp subscriptions - dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

Transcribed - Published: 13 April 2026

Our monthly exploration of news inside the Disney Company. In this episode: ** Josh D'Amaro and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad First Week of Being CEO. ** Bandcamp subscriptions - dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

Transcribed - Published: 6 April 2026

The story of Mary Blair, the person who is often described as Walt Disney's favorite artist. Part Twenty-Nine. Bandcamp subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

Transcribed - Published: 30 March 2026

The story of Mary Blair, the person who is often described as Walt Disney's favorite artist. Part Twenty-Eight. Bandcamp subscriptions - dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

Transcribed - Published: 23 March 2026

The story of Mary Blair, the person who is often described as Walt Disney's favorite artist. Part Twenty-Seven. Bandcamp subscriptions - dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

Transcribed - Published: 16 March 2026

The story of Mary Blair, the person who is often described as Walt Disney's favorite artist. Part Twenty-Six. Bandcamp subscriptions - dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

Transcribed - Published: 9 March 2026

Our monthly exploration of news inside the Disney Company. In this episode: - What does a Paramount purchase of Warner Brothers mean for Disney? - The odd trend of guests getting naked at Disney and Universal - Update on the Coco boat ride at DCA Bandcamp Subscriptions - dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

Transcribed - Published: 2 March 2026

Our monthly exploration of news inside the Disney Company. In this episode: - Trouble for Star Wars - Is Thanos returning both to Disney Parks and the MCU films? - Mapping out the Future of Avatar Bandcamp subscriptions - dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

Transcribed - Published: 23 February 2026

The story of Mary Blair, the person who is often described as Walt Disney's favorite artist. Part Twenty-Five. Bandcamp subscriptions - dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

Transcribed - Published: 16 February 2026

Bob Iger picks a successor (again!).  Why this time should be different! Bandcamp subscriptions - dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

Transcribed - Published: 9 February 2026

The story of Mary Blair, the person who is often described as Walt Disney's favorite artist. Part Twenty-Four. Bandcamp subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

Transcribed - Published: 2 February 2026

Our monthly exploration of news inside the Disney Company. In this episode: - How Zootopia's Success Will Change Disney - Troubles at Imagineering - Galaxy's Edge 2.0 Bandcamp subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

Transcribed - Published: 26 January 2026

The story of Mary Blair, the person who is often described as Walt Disney's favorite artist. Part Twenty-Three. Bandcamp subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

Transcribed - Published: 19 January 2026

Disney Parks were build with the goal of immersion--but in today's modern world, with smart phones everywhere, is immersion now dead? (Part Two) Bandcamp subscriptions - dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

Transcribed - Published: 12 January 2026

Disney Parks were build with the goal of immersion--but in today's modern world, with smart phones everywhere, is immersion now dead? Bandcamp subscriptions - dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

Transcribed - Published: 5 January 2026

The story of Walt Disney and the 1966 Tournament of Roses Parade. Bandcamp subscriptions - dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

Transcribed - Published: 1 January 2026

Diane Disney Miller recalls Christmas with her father, Walt Disney. Disney 2025 Year-in-Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5b0fsgTJMDg Bandcamp subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

Transcribed - Published: 29 December 2025

The Story of the Osborne Family Festival of Lights.  2025. Support our podcast by subscribing - dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

Transcribed - Published: 24 December 2025

How Mickey Mouse became a Christmas ambassador in the 1930s. Bandcamp subscriptions - dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

Transcribed - Published: 22 December 2025

The story of Disney World's First Christmas in 1971.   Making Mary Poppins Dates: Burbank - Dec 18 - https://burbank.libnet.info/event/14864592 Walt's Barn - Dec 21 - https://www.instagram.com/p/DSGOw5Xkx5l/?img_index=2   Bandcamp subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

Transcribed - Published: 18 December 2025

Changes to the film and streaming market--and how these changes will affect Disney.   Making Mary Poppins Dates: Burbank - Dec 18 - https://burbank.libnet.info/event/14864592 Walt's Barn - Dec 21 - https://www.instagram.com/p/DSGOw5Xkx5l/?img_index=2   Bandcamp subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

Transcribed - Published: 15 December 2025

How did Disneyland start the traditions of the holiday parade and the Candlelight Processional? This is the story of Disneyland's second Christmas--and beyond. Updated information for the Making Mary Poppins event in Orlando on December 13: www.eventbrite.com/e/disney-history-author-meet-and-greet-todd-james-pierce-tickets-1976246325960 Bandcamp subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

Transcribed - Published: 13 December 2025

An important update for the time and location of the DHI / Disneyana event in Orlando on December 13, 2025. Link to new location and time: www.eventbrite.com/e/disney-history-author-meet-and-greet-todd-james-pierce-tickets-1976246325960  

Transcribed - Published: 12 December 2025

Our monthly exploration of news inside the Disney Company. In this episode: - Zootopia 2 and the Changing Cultural Landscape of Disney Films - The Difficulties of Planning for America's 250th Inside a Theme Park - A Wave of Opening Date and Timeline Announcements for Disney World - And More   Bandcamp subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com   Links to live events: Books and Books - Coral Gables (Miami) - Dec 7. https://shop.booksandbooks.com/event/2025-12-07/making-mary-poppins-evening-todd-james-pierce Orlando - December 13.  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/meet-todd-james-pierce-tickets-1976246325960

Transcribed - Published: 8 December 2025

The story of Disneyland's first Christmas in 1955. Link to Disneyland's First Christmas video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=VLt3XdZ_LTs Bandcamp subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

Transcribed - Published: 5 December 2025

Our monthly exploration of news inside the Disney Company.  In this episode: -              * Rapunzel edges into the space once occupied by Snow White -              * A surprise appearance of Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln -              * Avenger's Campus absorbs lessons from Galaxy's Edge -              * The future of Disney animatronics with AI   >> Upcoming In-Person Events << Book Soup - Los Angeles - Dec 1.  https://booksoup.com/event/2025-12-01/todd-james-pierce Books and Books - Coral Gables (Miami) - Dec 7.  https://shop.booksandbooks.com/event/2025-12-07/making-mary-poppins-evening-todd-james-pierce Orlando - December 13.   https://www.eventbrite.com/e/meet-todd-james-pierce-tickets-1976246325960   >> Order Making Mary Poppins << Amazon: https://amzn.to/4mhHUaU Independent Booksellers: shorturl.at/qTosR   >> Bandcamp Subscriptions << Support the podcast and get access to hundreds of episodes: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

Transcribed - Published: 1 December 2025

A set of Thanksgiving stories that we've written and recorded over years past, from balloons in the sky to turkeys on Main Street.  2025.   Bandcamp subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

Transcribed - Published: 27 November 2025

Our monthly news and analysis episode.  In this Update: - Possible changes to the Tiki Room - Surge pricing on tickets - An unusual new store at Disney Springs - A new attraction opens at Animal Kingdom - and more   Bandcamp subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com Making Mary Poppins (book): Amazon: amzn.to/4mhHUaU Independent Booksellers: shorturl.at/qTosR Event Links: December 1 - Los Angeles – Book Soup – Link: booksoup.com/events/2025/12 December 7 – Miami – Books and Books - shop.booksandbooks.com/event/2025-12-07/making-mary-poppins-evening-todd-james-pierce

Transcribed - Published: 24 November 2025

The story of Mary Blair, the person who is often described as Walt Disney's favorite artist. Part Twenty-Two.   Bandcamp subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com   Making Mary Poppins (book): Amazon: amzn.to/4mhHUaU Independent Booksellers: shorturl.at/qTosR   Event Links: Nov 23 – Tampa – Oxford Exchange – Line: www.eventbrite.com/e/todd-james-pierce-making-mary-poppins-tickets-1804363683349 December 1 - Los Angeles – Book Soup – Link: booksoup.com/events/2025/12 December 7 – Miami – Books and Books - shop.booksandbooks.com/event/2025-12-07/making-mary-poppins-evening-todd-james-pierce December 18 – Burbank – Burbank Public Library – Link: burbank.libnet.info/event/14864592

Transcribed - Published: 17 November 2025

The story of Mary Blair, the person who is often described as Walt Disney's favorite artist. Part Twenty-One.   Bandcamp subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com   Making Mary Poppins (book): Amazon: amzn.to/4mhHUaU Independent Booksellers: shorturl.at/qTosR   Event Links: Nov 23 – Tampa – Oxford Exchange – Line: www.eventbrite.com/e/todd-james-pierce-making-mary-poppins-tickets-1804363683349 December 1 - Los Angeles – Book Soup – Link: booksoup.com/events/2025/12 December 7 – Miami – Books and Books - shop.booksandbooks.com/event/2025-12-07/making-mary-poppins-evening-todd-james-pierce December 18 – Burbank – Burbank Public Library – Link: burbank.libnet.info/event/14864592

Transcribed - Published: 10 November 2025

The story of Mary Blair, the person who is often described as Walt Disney's favorite artist. Part Twenty.   Bandcamp subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com   Making Mary Poppins (book): Amazon: amzn.to/4mhHUaU Independent Booksellers: shorturl.at/qTosR   Event Links:  Nov 23 – Tampa – Oxford Exchange – Line: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/todd-james-pierce-making-mary-poppins-tickets-1804363683349  December 1 - Los Angeles – Book Soup – Link: https://booksoup.com/events/2025/12 December 7 – Miami – Books and Books - https://shop.booksandbooks.com/event/2025-12-07/making-mary-poppins-evening-todd-james-pierce  December 18 – Burbank – Burbank Public Library – Link: https://burbank.libnet.info/event/14864592 

Transcribed - Published: 3 November 2025

Tyrus Wong was the artist who shaped the environmental presentation of Bambi, relying on the influence of Chinese traditions in painting.  A reading from a biography of his life, Background Artist, and a discussion with its author, Karen Fang Link to Karen Fang's book on Tyrus Wong: https://amzn.to/4qp2wjX Bandcamp subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com  

Transcribed - Published: 27 October 2025

The story of how Disney changed Halloween and how Halloween changed Disney. Bandcamp: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

Transcribed - Published: 24 October 2025

In the late 1960s, those who worked with Walt wrote down memories of their time with him--memories that were mostly forgotten until now. Volume Three. Bandcamp Subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com Making Mary Poppins (pre-order book): Amazon: amzn.to/4mhHUaU Independent Booksellers: shorturl.at/qTosR

Transcribed - Published: 20 October 2025

Our monthly news magazine focused on the Disney Company. In this episode: - Updates to Frozen Ever After at EPCOT - Opening Timeline for Rock 'n' Roller Coaster with The Muppets - Updates on Rivers of America Construction - Updates on Zootopia: Better Zoogether - Permit Updates for Disneyland Forward - Price Increases at the Parks (and Ways to Save) - And More Bandcamp subscription: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

Transcribed - Published: 13 October 2025

Our monthly news magazine focused on the Disney Company.  In this episode: - Unusual trademark battles over Mickey Mouse - How the Jimmy Kimmel Live issue changed the near future of the Disney Company - Disney food programs to help those in need Bandcamp Subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

Transcribed - Published: 6 October 2025

The story of Mary Blair, the person who is often described as Walt Disney's favorite artist. Part Nineteen. Bandcamp Subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com The new book - Making Mary Poppins (out Nov. 11): Amazon: amzn.to/4mhHUaU Independent Booksellers: shorturl.at/qTosR

Transcribed - Published: 29 September 2025

The story of Mary Blair, the person who is often described as Walt Disney's favorite artist. Part Eighteen. Bandcamp Subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com The new book - Making Mary Poppins (out Nov. 11): Amazon: amzn.to/4mhHUaU Independent Booksellers: shorturl.at/qTosR

Transcribed - Published: 22 September 2025

The story of Mary Blair, the person who is often described as Walt Disney's favorite artist. Part Seventeen. Bandcamp Subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com The new book - Making Mary Poppins (out Nov. 11): Amazon: amzn.to/4mhHUaU Independent Booksellers: shorturl.at/qTosR

Transcribed - Published: 15 September 2025

Looking to add something new to your next trip to Disney World?  We explore a trio of unique experiences now available at the Florida resort. Bandcamp Subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com The new book - Making Mary Poppins (out Nov. 11): Amazon: amzn.to/4mhHUaU Independent Booksellers: shorturl.at/qTosR

Transcribed - Published: 8 September 2025

The news from Destination D.  And what it means for the future of the Disney Company.   Bandcamp Subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com   The new book - Making Mary Poppins (out Nov. 11): Amazon: amzn.to/4mhHUaU Independent Booksellers: shorturl.at/qTosR  

Transcribed - Published: 1 September 2025

In the late 1960s, those who worked with Walt wrote down memories of their time with him--memories that were mostly forgotten until now.  Volume Two. Bandcamp Subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com Making Mary Poppins (pre-order book): Amazon: amzn.to/4mhHUaU Independent Booksellers: shorturl.at/qTosR

Transcribed - Published: 25 August 2025

Episode Description: The story of Mary Blair, the person who is often described as Walt Disney's favorite artist. Part Sixteen. Bandcamp subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com Links to the book, Making Mary Poppins Amazon: amzn.to/4mhHUaU Independent Booksellers: shorturl.at/qTosR

Transcribed - Published: 17 August 2025