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Podcast Episode 99:

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Welcome to Episode 99 of the RetroWDW Podcast: The Disney Difference– We appreciate your support and hope you have been enjoying each and every episode. Be sure to check out some of our previous shows from over the years. We have visited multiple parks, resorts, and just about everything else in between. Listener Mail We open the mailbag monthly and are ready to hear from you. Be sure to reach out with questions, stories, memories, and...Read More...

RetroMagic Update: June 2025

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Welcome! This episode of the RetroWDW Podcast is somewhat unique and calls for a different type of introduction. Our team has been hard at work planning for RetroMagic, which will take place from September 26th to September 28th, 2025.  For this show, we thought we would give you a little behind-the-scenes update, some sneak peeks of upcoming panels, and even some new things that have not been announced yet. This is going to be our biggest...Read More...

Podcast Episode 98: The Disney Difference

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This one has been in the works for quite some time, and we are excited to bring it to you. Years ago, Disney was just a different type of place to vacation, and we all have our memories of things we have lost over the years, the little touches we remember, and more. While we are going to be cautious to not turn this into a gripe session/complaint episode, we are going to hit on some…Read More...

Podcast Episode 96 – Banking at Walt Disney World

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This month Brian leads a discussion about banking at Walt Disney World and everything guests had to do to pay for their transactions at the parks and resorts before debit card terminals and Magic Bands became ubiquitous. Cash was king, but Traveler's Checks and personal checks were also common before Walt Disney World began allowing credit cards. We'll reveal how they worked, their benefits, and their frustrations.Read More...

Podcast Episode 95: Photographs, Movies, & Film at WDW

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Welcome to Episode 95 of the RetroWDW Podcast: Photographs, Movies, & Film at WDW – We appreciate your support and hope you have been enjoying each and every episode. Be sure to check out some of our previous shows from over the years. We have visited multiple parks, resorts, and just about everything else in between. Listener Mail We open the mailbag monthly and are ready to hear from you. Be sure to reach out with...Read More...

Podcast Episode 94: Jerry Rees & Cranium Command

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We're back with Episode 94 where we get to interview the great Jerry Rees. Over the years, we have had Jerry at our different events to discuss Cranium Command and the various projects he has done for the Walt Disney Company. While we have gotten to know Jerry very well, we found that our post-event interview has been in the archives for several years and we are very excited to bring it to you. The interview…Read More...

Podcast Episode 93.5: A Chat with Tad Stones

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Welcome to Episode 93.5 of the RetroWDW Podcast: A Chat with Tad Stones – We appreciate your support and hope you have been enjoying each and every episode. Be sure to check out some of our previous shows from over the years. We have visited multiple parks, resorts, and just about everything else in between. Main Topic In this episode, we are taking you back a number of years to a lost episode! We spent some...Read More...

Podcast Episode 93: Birnbaum Guides

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Welcome to Episode 93 of the RetroWDW Podcast: Birnbaum Guides – We appreciate your support and hope you have been enjoying each and every episode. Be sure to check out some of our previous shows from over the years. We have visited multiple parks, resorts, and just about everything else in between. Listener Mail We open the mailbag monthly and are ready to hear from you. Be sure to reach out with questions, stories, memories, and...Read More...

Podcast Episode 92: Meet the Japan Pavilion

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Join us in this captivating episode of the RetroWDW Podcast as we explore the rich history of the Japan Pavilion at EPCOT. From its stunning architecture to the immersive cultural experiences it offers, we delve into the origins and evolution of this beloved destination. Discover how the pavilion has celebrated Japanese traditions, cuisine, and artistry over the years, while also examining its significance within the broader context of EPCOT's mission to promote international understanding.Read More...