Episodes

  • Ep 5 - Imagineering Disney Resorts
    May 14 2024

    Episode 5 brings us to the topic of Disney Resorts! Question of the Pod reveals our favorite resorts and sparks some good memories of childhood at Walt Disney World. Then we jump into the details of Imagineering where Tanner and Mal imagine their own Disney Resorts - from the lobby, to the dining options, to the rooms, and even the bathrooms, we detail our ideas to bring new Resort options to the Disney parks. We hope you’re enjoying Wannabe Imagineers, thanks for listening!

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    1 hr and 29 mins
  • Ep 4 - Films Based on Attractions
    Mar 26 2024

    On this episode of Wannabe Imagineers, Mal and Tanner discuss which attractions would make great films - like Pirates of the Caribbean, Haunted Mansion, and Jungle Cruise before it, we dive into which attractions we think would be fun to see in the form of a film. From Figment to Fantasmic, we covered it all. Thanks for listening!

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Ep 3 - The Disneyland That Never Was
    Mar 15 2024

    On this episode of Wannabe Imagineers, Tanner and Mal discuss the Disneyland That Never Was - attractions, shows, and even lands that were announced, partially developed and then never ended up happening. We uncover some crazy history with some of Imagineering’s wildest ideas that just weren’t quite right for the parks. From Marc Davis’ Western River Expedition to Walt’s Liberty Street, come along on a journey into the unbuilt. We also check in on Wait Times with our friendly neighborhood helicopter correspondent and ask “What’s your favorite park overall?” Thanks for listening - send your comments and suggestions to wannabeimagineers@gmail.com. Happy listening!


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    1 hr and 31 mins
  • Ep 2 - Reviving Extinct Attractions
    Mar 8 2024

    On this episode of Wannabe Imagineers, Mal and Tanner are reviving extinct attractions in the Disney parks! We’ll dive deep into our picks for which attractions and shows should make a triumphant return. We also discuss our favorite Disney parks snacks, check in on wait times at WDW, and tease our new feature: Moustery Science Theater 3000. Enjoy!

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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • Ep 1 - Replace 1 Attraction in Each Park
    Mar 8 2024

    On the first official episode of Wannabe Imagineers, Tanner and Mal share their plans to close down an existing attraction and replace it with a brand new idea from start to finish - the challenge was to find an idea that’s well-suited to the existing land and theming. Also featured in this episode are The Question of the Pod, a short rant about the state of Hollywood Studios, a botched cover of Le Festin from Ratatouille, and a desperate plea by Tanner to play Esmeralda on stage. We hope you enjoy this episode! We would love to hear your feedback, comments, and suggestions so drop us a line at wannabeimagineers@gmail.com! Happy listening!

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    1 hr and 46 mins
  • Episode 0 - Introductions
    Feb 23 2024

    Welcome to "Wannabe Imagineers," where creativity takes center stage! In this episode, we’ll introduce ourselves, share our creative backgrounds and reveal the podcast's premise: a celebration of Imagineering where we dream up hypothetical plans for enhancing the Disney experience.

    In this first episode, we kick off with amusing stories from our trips to the parks, we tease our next episode in which we dive right into the world of Walt Disney Imagineering. Get ready for a blend of history, techniques, and innovative ideas. Subscribe, share the excitement, and join us in exploring the magic of imagination on "Wannabe Imagineers"!

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    39 mins