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 Lauren Hersey & Jim Hill start this week’s show by talking about the merch locations that are being readied for the WDW version of “Tiana’s Bayou Adventure.” 
They then discuss how Disney helped promote the U.S. Forest Service’s fire prevention program
Throughout this episode, listeners will learn about:

When did Walt Disney Animation Studios finally shut production of shorts for theatrical release

What did Rankin-Bass produce as their follow-up to “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer”

When is Walt Disney World’s redo of “Splash Mountain” rumored to re-open

What’s the name of the bear at the bottom of that totem pole that Guests encounter right outside of the Wilderness Lodge Mercantile



Which legendary big-screen romance first opened in theaters back in January of 1943


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 Len Testa & Jim Hill start this week’s show by deep-diving into the changes the Disney Parks are about to make to their DAS policy.
They also continue their look back at WDW’s Tomorrowland
Throughout this episode, listeners will learn about:

How many episodes of “Law & Order: SVU” has Ice-T appeared in to date

What were Disney Legend John Hench’s concerns about the version of World Showcase that was almost built next to WDW’s TTC

How long did it take the team at WDW’s Food Labs to create that translucent fruit that was served aboard the “Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser”

When was Phase One of “Project Florida” originally supposed to end construction

How tall was Thunder Mesa (i.e., the table-top mountain that was supposed to house WDW’s “Western River Expedition” ride) supposed to be


Show Notes
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Eric Hersey & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how the M3gan horde became the break-out hit at last year’s Halloween Horror Nights. They also discuss Universal Orlando’s Stella Nova & Terra Luna resorts
Throughout this episode, listeners will learn about:

What role did Michael Eisner play in setting Paramount Pictures’ “King Kong” remake in motion back in the mid-1970s

Why did Universal Pictures insist that certain scenes in “M3gan” be reshot

Why did Universal Studios Hollywood temporarily shut down “Earthquake: The Big One” back in October of 1989

Which Universal Pictures release back in November of 1974 introduced the world to Sensurround

Which after-hours event at the Disney Parks inspired Universal’s Grad Bash


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 Drew Taylor & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by looking back at how Walt Disney Studios did effects back in the 1960s. They also talk about the version of “Toy Story 3” that Circle 7 Studios had in development
Over the course of this episode, listeners will learn about:

When will “Kung Fu Panda 4” be available for viewing on digital platforms like Amazon Video & iTunes

How far back did the release date of Disney’s live-action version of “Moana” get pushed back

When did Happy Meals toys rethemed around Pixar’s “Elio” become available for purchase in Mexico

What name did Disney used for “The Good Dinosaur” when this Pixar production was first announced at the D23 Expo back in August of 2011

Who will be voicing the Mother of the title character in Pixar’s “Elio”


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Len Testa & Jim Hill start this week’s show by discussing how the Shooting Gallery at WDW’s Magic Kingdom will soon close to become a DVC lounge. They also take a look back at Tomorrowland in this same theme park circa late 1971 / early 1972.
Throughout this episode, listeners will learn about:

Which then-husband & wife team were originally supposed to play the leads in Disney’s never-produced “Who Framed Roger Rabbit” sequel



When does it appear that the Magic Kingdom will be opening its version of “Tiana’s Bayou Adventure”



Which “Avatar” film is the new experience that Bob Iger recently revealed was in the works for Disneyland in Anaheim supposed to be based on



What significant eco-friendly change is supposedly in the works for Florida’s version of Autopia



According to John Hench, which proposed WDW resorts were deliberately designed in such a way that they could then be seen from inside of the Magic

Show Notes
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In Episode 4 of "I Want That Too," where we venture into the world of Disney merchandise, with a special focus on the Tiki culture found within the Disney universe. Join entertainment writer Jim Hill and co-host Lauren Hersey as they uncover the stories behind Disney collectibles, explore the history of the Enchanted Tiki Room, and dive into the resurgence of Tiki culture among Disney fans and collectors.
In This Episode:

The Significance of April 5th in Disney Park History: Discover why this date holds a special place in the hearts of Disney fans.

Spotlight on Tiki Culture: A deep dive into the history of the Enchanted Tiki Room and its controversial management change, exploring how Tiki culture has been integrated into the Disney parks and merchandise.

Featured Merchandise: The newly released Zazu shoulder plush in celebration of "The Lion King's" 30th anniversary and a look at the coveted Tiki mugs that have become a collector's dream.

Book Review:

"Before the Birds Sang Words" by Ken Bruce, offers an in-depth

exploration of Disney's feathered friends and the technology behind their creation.

Sponsor Shoutout: A big thank you to TouringPlans.com for making this deep dive into Disney's Tiki culture possible.

Listener Engagement: We invite our listeners to share their Disney collections and stories. Reach out to us at Lauren@laurenhersey.com or

Jim@jimhillmedia.com.




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