Backstage Pass - Audio adventures about Disney history, technology, attractions, shows and more!
Join Jay and Mark for a fun look at the history and technology of the Disney theme parks, attractions, shows and media. Listen, Laugh, Learn!
Episodes
Jay takes the listeners into the Soarin' building to meet up with Mark. Mark then starts out the segment with a discussion about what was in the Land Pavilion building before Soarin’. Jay then talks about the technology behind Soarin’.
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May 11, 2019 • 12 mins
Jay quizzes Ricky and "Grog” on some Animal Kingdom trivia. It’s a light-hearted game with a "Shocking” outcome.
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May 11, 2019 • 11 mins
While vacationing at Typhoon Lagoon with their families, Jay and Mark realize via a phone call from Ricky that they haven't completed their segment for this weeks show. Luckily they travel heavy with just about every reference source on the planet and are able to come up with a show topic...
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May 11, 2019 • 12 mins
Jay and Mark are given the task of putting together a 30-second firework finale as a gift to Disney fans. From ordering the fireworks they need from China to the technical details of putting together the show and loading the air cannons, they realize that there is more than meets the eye in making a great fireworks spectacular.
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May 11, 2019 • 12 mins
Jay and Mark visit the Main Street Barbershop and have a fun discussion about the history and planning of Main Streets at all of the Disney parks.
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May 11, 2019 • 10 mins
A simple stroll down Main Street turns into a detailed discussion about Forced Perspective -- and how can you talk about forced perspective without a visit to Cinderella's Castle? Jay also learns an important lesson about locking and not locking doors....
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May 11, 2019 • 11 mins
Jay and Mark take a leisurely research trip on the famous Jungle Cruise -- complete with information on the history of the attraction, bad jokes and even a glimpse at what a Jungle Cruise movie trailer might sound like.
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May 11, 2019 • 10 mins
Jay and Mark take an interesting look at the history of the Wilderness Lodge and the story behind some of the secrets it contains.
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May 11, 2019 • 9 mins
You can run into folks who love Disney anywhere, as Jay finds out this week, as he meets two adoring fans. As a matter of fact, they adore him so much they won't let him leave... until he entertains them with a Backstage Pass segment on the Rock-N-Rollercoaster. So hang onto your Mickey ears!
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May 11, 2019 • 10 mins
Jay and Mark get into some trouble doing research and end up on Main Street late, late after closing. Inspired by the credits on the windows they are cleaning, they launch into a history of Walt Disney World as seen through the lives of some of those who made it happen. That is until their work is interrupted by someone who is, shall we say, not in a magical Disney mood!
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May 11, 2019 • 12 mins
Jay saves the world from annihilation (with some help from Mark). It's a review of classical composer Igor Stravinsky's finale from Fantasia 2000 -- however the real Firebird ballet story doesn't have anything to do with a little sprite and a fiery volcano. No, the real story deals with a Prince, a firebird and a demon, and he apparently is still pretty upset that Chernobog got the spotlight in the original Fantasia and he got stif...
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May 11, 2019 • 14 mins
Jay and Mark are pleased to present a special Backstage Pass presentation of the National Treasures exhibit at the American Heritage Gallery in the American Adventure Pavilion at Epcot. The exhibit features artifacts from American history collected from across the United States. For those who have had a chance to see the exhibit, this audio tour will give additional information, and for those who have not been able to attend, we tr...
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May 11, 2019 • 10 mins
Ben, Jay and Mark are taking The Disney Torture Test, a charity endurance fundraiser and poor, poor Ben has a breakdown on ride #46 of the Winnie the Pooh ride. Jay and Mark find him and help him through Ride #47 with a history lesson on Paul Winchell, the voice of Tigger.
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May 11, 2019 • 7 mins
Out to watch the Christmas lighting ceremony for Cinderella Castle, the show prompts a discussion of Cinderella and her shoes….
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May 11, 2019 • 12 mins
Join Backstage Pass for a live game show in the parks, called "Park Trivia Game" or P.T.G., asking guests about Disney music!
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May 11, 2019 • 21 mins
Backstage Pass invites you to a special Christmas show on this week's podcast, called A Christmas Tale. Join Jay and Mark and a cast of Christmas characters as Jay's Christmas wish turns into disaster in true Backstage Pass style!
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May 11, 2019 • 11 mins
Part 2 - The exciting conclusion...This two part episode of Backstage Pass finds Mark and Jay riding the rails at Walt Disney World - when their leisurely journey is interrupted by a very unwelcome guest.
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May 11, 2019 • 10 mins
Jay has been the lucky recipient of a "dream come true" from the Disney Dream Squad! He invites Mark over to his home to see his special Disney gift which prompts a discussion of the Pangani Forest Exploration Trail at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.
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May 11, 2019 • 10 mins
Jay just has to try out his new pellet rifle in the Frontierland Shooting Gallery and that leads to a discussion with Mark about Fess Parker and all things coon-capish.
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May 11, 2019 • 10 mins
This two part episode of Backstage Pass finds Mark and Jay riding the rails at Walt Disney World when their leisurely journey is interrupted by a very unwelcome guest.
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