Sunday, February 28, 2016

Episode #239 - Disney, The Corporation


Overview: The recent changes to the pricing model - particularly for a day pass - got me to thinking about how Disney has become more about the bottom line, and more like many other corporations...so I add my two cents to the discussion. The intent is to provide a point of view, not to be negative about the changes.  

Notes: I will be curious to see how Disney rolls out the coming changes - and how we'll react as customers. Hopefully they will continue to exceed my expectations!

Tuesday, February 16, 2016

Episode #238 - Disney Podcaster Roundtable




Overview: Barry and Scotty hosted a few podcasters - me included - to talk about what we love about Disney! Its a fun roundtable discussion with Dapsmagic, D-cast, and the Disney Cruising Mom, about what we love about the parks. I wanted to share with my listeners (note: this podcast is much longer than anything I typically produce)   



Notes: Visit the Disney Podcasters Roundtable.

Friday, February 5, 2016

Episode #237 - Monorails!



Overview: Joining me on today's podcast is Kim Pedersen, founder and president of the Monorail Society. Naturally, we're going to talk about the amazing machines that exist at DisneyLand and Disney World. We'll explore their history, and what we hope is their future! Its a fun talk about Disney, and so much more!


Notes:

What's Disney's first monorail? Its the Peter Pan ride!  

Here's the model I mention that shows the monorail going to Downtown Disney:




























Visit the Monorail Society
Kim's Youtube page

Here's a monorail video, courtesy of Dave, that you might enjoy.






Monorails: Trains of the Future-Now Arriving (ISBN-13: 978-0986249488)
The book is available through the following locations:
Early reviews:
“The author has produced something wonderful here.” JH
“I can honestly say this book is well worth the price just for the pictures alone.” SE
“This is a masterpiece.  Every technical university should have one.” JK
“This is a book to own for any monorail or transportation enthusiast.: TS

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Information at the TMS Book page:  http://www.monorails.org/tMspages/book.html
And the PRWeb press release: goo.gl/IfmDzh

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