#032 - A Mouse is Born

FromConnecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World

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#032 - A Mouse is Born

FromConnecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World

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59 minutes

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Jul 7, 2017

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07/07/17 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue their examination of Walt Disney’s animated films by asking the question, “Who really gave birth to Mickey Mouse?”

Released:

Jul 7, 2017

Format:

Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Connecting with Walt is a podcast focusing on the life and creations of Walt Disney.

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#001 - Connecting with Walt - One Little Spark of Inspiration: In this episode, Michael Bowling and Craig Williams discuss our current view of the future compared to Walt Disney's in order to better understand the basis for creating the Florida Project in the debut episode of Connecting with Walt. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
56 min listen
#003 - Connecting with Walt - The Search Ends and the Mystery Unfolds: 10/16/15 - In this episode, Michael Bowling and Craig Williams discuss the pressure Walt was under to move forward or reject the proposals to build another, and the 1963 plane tour of potential sites, which led to Walt making his decision. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
85 min listen
#021 - Marceline, Missouri: Where Walt’s Dreams Began: 10/14/16 - In this episode, Michael and Craig explore Marceline, Missouri and discuss the impact it had on the life of Walt Disney. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
74 min listen
#029 - Dave Bossert 'Oswald the Lucky Rabbit' Interview: 04/14/17 - In this episode, Michael and Craig interview Dave Bossert about Oswald the Lucky Rabbit in anticipation of his new book "Oswald the Lucky Rabbit: The Search for the Lost Disney Cartoons". by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
74 min listen
#010 - Connecting with Walt - Fact or Fiction: Was Frozen Ever After Walt's Idea?: 04/01/16 - In this episode, we trick you with an April Fool Fact or Fiction - was the Frozen Ever After attraction coming to Epcot actually Walt's idea? by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
69 min listen
#032 - A Mouse is Born: 07/07/17 - In this episode, Michael and Craig continue their examination of Walt Disney’s animated films by asking the question, “Who really gave birth to Mickey Mouse?” by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
59 min listen
#013 - Connecting with Walt - Building a Kingdom out of a Wilderness: 04/22/16 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the initial construction phase of building the Florida Project including land preparation and deciding the Magic Kingdom park layout and attraction list. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
65 min listen
#005 - Connecting with Walt - The Torch is Passed On: 10/30/15 - In this episode, Michael Bowling and Craig Williams discuss the effect Walt's passing had on the Florida Project and how it progressed with his brother, Roy O. Disney. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
73 min listen
#002 - Connecting with Walt - You Can't Top Pigs with Pigs: 10/09/15 - In this episode, Michael Bowling and Craig Williams examine several of the offers Walt received after the opening of Disneyland to build other Disneyland's around the U.S. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
63 min listen
#007 - Connecting with Walt - Pursing the Dream Without the Dreamer: 01/15/16 - In this episode, we examine how Walt Disney's passing away in December 1966 affected the creative course of the entire Disney World project. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
65 min listen
#015 - Connecting with Walt - Windows on Main Street: Claude Coasts, Marc Davis, John DeCuir Jr., Bill Justice: 07/01/16 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss Imagineers Claude Coats, Marc Davis, John DeCuir Jr., and Bill Justice, and their contributions to Walt by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
102 min listen
#004 - Connecting with Walt - The Master Plan: 10/23/15 - In this episode, Michael Bowling and Craig Williams discuss Walt's master plan for what The Florida Project and E.P.C.O.T. would eventually look like. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
76 min listen
#012 - Connecting with Walt - The House that Walt Built: 04/15/16 - In a "very special episode" of Connecting with Walt, Michael and Craig take you on a tour of The Walt Disney Studio in Burbank, California and experience Walt Disney's restored office suite where all the magic was conceived and planned. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
62 min listen
#008 - Connecting with Walt - Up the Creek: 01/22/16 - In this episode, we explain the significance of the Reedy Creek Improvement District. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
55 min listen
#019 - Connecting with Walt - We're Walking Right Down the Magic Kingdom's Main Street U.S.A.: 07/29/16 - In the final July episode of Connecting with Walt, Michael and Craig take you on a tour down Main Street U.S.A. in Disney's Magic Kingdom! by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
57 min listen
#017 - Connecting with Walt - Castles Built with Dreams: 07/15/16 - In this episode, we talk about why Walt Disney chose to include a castle in his kingdoms and where did the Imagineers look to for inspiration in designing each castle. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
65 min listen
#018 - Connecting with Walt - Interview with Jeffrey Epstein: 07/22/16 - In this episode, Michael and Craig interview Jeffrey Epstein - spokesperson of the D23 Fan Club. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
59 min listen
#014 - Connecting with Walt - A Long Journey Comes to an End: 04/29/16 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the final years of Roy O. Disney's life and the projects he was completing to honor his brother, including Walt Disney World and CalArts. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
78 min listen
#009 - Connecting with Walt - Designing a Whole New World: 01/29/16 - In this episode, we interview David Younger, author of the upcoming book "Theme Park Design" about what goes into designing a theme park and how to get involved in the process. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
89 min listen
#006 - Connecting with Walt - A Lifetime Partnership: 01/08/16 - In this episode, Michael Bowling and Craig Williams discuss the lifetime relationship between Walt and his brother Roy, paying specific attention to Roy's side of things. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
93 min listen
#027 - Magic Kingdom's Adventureland: 02/03/17 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the history of Magic Kingdom's Adventureland! by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
110 min listen
#011 - Connecting with Walt - Disney Legends Who Built a World: 04/08/16 - In this episode, we bring you the history of three Disney Legends who helped build Walt Disney World - Joe Potter, Joe Fowler and Richard Irvine. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
74 min listen
BONUS - Treasures from the Disney Vault Fall 2017 Preview: 09/11/17 - In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss and preview the movies, shorts, and specials being shown during the September 11, 2017 airing of Treasures from the Disney Vault on Turner Classic Movies! by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
69 min listen
#020 - Magic Kingdom's Fantasyland: 10/07/16 - In this episode, Michael and Craig examine the history of Magic Kingdom's Fantasyland! by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
122 min listen
#024 - Destination D: Amazing Adventures Recap: 01/06/16 - In this episode, Michael shares his experience and stories from the 2016 D23 Destination D: Amazing Adventures event at Walt Disney World! by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
156 min listen
#054 - 60 Years of Disneyland: The New Millennium (2000-2005) Part 4: 05/04/18 - In this episode, Michael continues his 60 Years of Disneyland series, this time discussing the years 2000 through 2005! by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
92 min listen
#016 - Connecting with Walt - The Magic Kingdom: 07/08/16 - In this episode, we compare and contrast the layout and design of the Magic Kingdom with Walt's Disneyland. Was it made with a magical plan? by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
97 min listen
#025 - Disney 101: Book Recommendations: 01/13/17 - In this episode, Michael and Craig share their book recommendations for Disney history fans. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
119 min listen
BONUS - Walt Disney & Christmas with Jim Korkis: 12/23/16 - In this special holiday episode of Connecting with Walt, Michael and Craig sit with Disney historian Jim Korkis to discuss the history behind Walt Disney's attachment to Christmas. by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
38 min listen
#033 - Discovery Bay: 07/14/16 - In this episode, Michael and Craig take you to Disneyneverland - The Disney that Never Was and discuss Tony Baxter's Discovery Bay! by Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
63 min listen

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#032 - A Mouse is Born

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Titles in the series (100)

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