Disney History Institute Podcast

Disney History Institute Podcast

The Disney History Institute Podcast--exploring the history of animation and of early cinematic amusement parks.

Episodes

December 8, 2025 47 mins

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

 

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Links to live events:

Books and Books - Coral Gables (Miami) - Dec 7. https://shop.booksand...

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The story of Disneyland's first Christmas in 1955.

Link to Disneyland's First Christmas video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=VLt3XdZ_LTs

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Our monthly exploration of news inside the Disney Company.  In this episode:

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November 26, 2025 44 mins

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.

 

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November 24, 2025 40 mins

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

 

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Making Mary Poppins (book):

Amazon: amzn.to/4mhHUaU

Independent Booksellers: shorturl.at/qTosR


Event Links:

December 1 - Los Angeles – Book Soup – Link: booksoup.com/eve...

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The story of Mary Blair, the person who is often described as Walt Disney's favorite artist. Part Twenty-Two.

 

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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 – Li...

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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 – Li...

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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 Sou...

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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

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October 20, 2025 41 mins

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.

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Making Mary Poppins (pre-order book):

Amazon: amzn.to/4mhHUaU

Independent Booksellers: shorturl.at/qTosR

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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

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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

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The story of Mary Blair, the person who is often described as Walt Disney's favorite artist. Part Nineteen.

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The new book - Making Mary Poppins (out Nov. 11):

Amazon: amzn.to/4mhHUaU

Independent Booksellers: shorturl.at/qTosR

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The story of Mary Blair, the person who is often described as Walt Disney's favorite artist. Part Eighteen.

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The new book - Making Mary Poppins (out Nov. 11):

Amazon: amzn.to/4mhHUaU

Independent Booksellers: shorturl.at/qTosR

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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

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September 8, 2025 35 mins

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.

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The new book - Making Mary Poppins (out Nov. 11):

Amazon: amzn.to/4mhHUaU

Independent Booksellers: shorturl.at/qTosR

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September 1, 2025 66 mins

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

 

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August 25, 2025 42 mins

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:

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Making Mary Poppins (pre-order book):

Amazon: amzn.to/4mhHUaU

Independent Booksellers:
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The story of Mary Blair, the person who is often described as Walt Disney's favorite artist. Part Sixteen.

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Links to the book, Making Mar...

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The story of Mary Blair, the person who is often described as Walt Disney's favorite artist. Part Fifteen.

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Making Mary Poppins on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4mhHUaU

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