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Distory with Kate & Kirk

Kate (Disney Cicerone) & Kirk (Walrus Carp)

Exploring the history of the Disney Parks (with a dash of the ridiculous!), Distory with Kate and Kirk is an adventure into the fascinatingly obscure details that have made the Disney parks what they are today.

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01:12:39

25. Enchanted Tiki Room Distory - Part 4 - Walt...

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2022/10/08

"It’s a whole new world so you better get hip or your audience will disappear." Those famous, cringy words of Iago from the largely unpopular Under New Management version of the Enchanted Tiki Room are the ironic premonition of the fate of this famous fever dream of a Walt Disney World Attraction. On this episode of Distory, we travel back in time to Disney World's original Enchanted Tiki Room, the Tropical Serenade, before buckling up for a historical journey through the wild world of the Under New

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01:02:06

24. Enchanted Tiki Room Distory - Part 3 - The Music...

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2022/10/01

Have you heard the lost song of the Tiki Room? In this episode of Distory, we talk about the origins of all the music in the Enchanted Tiki Room, including the title song composed by the Sherman Brothers and some of the songs that were repurposed from previous Disney projects. We also have a chat with the Birdbrain brothers, learn more about the four emcee macaws, and listen to vintage audio from the infamous Barker Bird. Join us LIVE on TikTok every Friday at 5:30pm Pacific/8:30pm Eastern for more

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01:13:32

23. Enchanted Tiki Room Distory - Part 2 - Concept...

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2022/09/24

Stand back! This episode of Distory is filled with the fascinating history of the lanai tikis of the Tiki Room, the original 1960s concept art for the attraction, and even a discussion about a goddess who used to have a prominent role in the preshow and who has been missing for years. We also discuss how the Imagineers influenced each other in design, discover how a previously unused concept was recycled into the final attraction, and Kirk attempts to rhyme like Rongo. Join us LIVE on TikTok every

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00:58:29

22. Enchanted Tiki Room Distory - Part 1 - The Lost...

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2022/09/17

Pay attention, it's showtime! In this episode of Distory, we ruffle a few feathers as we discuss the origins of the Tiki Room and where you can still see evidence of an abandoned concept in the attraction today. We also fly over the history of audio-animatronics and explore how military technology aided the creation of our fine feathered friends. Join us LIVE on TikTok every Friday at 5:30pm Pacific/8:30pm Eastern for more Distory! Kate: @disneycicerone Kirk: @walruscarp You can also find us on

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01:24:10

21. Pink Elephants On Parade: Dumbo the Flying...

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2022/09/10

Dumbo the Flying Elephant seems like a simple off-the-shelf spinner ride, but its unique history is filled with frustrations, malfunctions, and design alterations. In this episode, we talk about the economical production process of Disney's Dumbo that didn't go over well with some animators, and how the creation of the attraction for the Disney parks echoed the animated film's hardships and hangups. We also hear some odd (and hilarious!) stories from practices in the Disney studios and discuss the

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01:33:12

20. A Spin in the Teacups - Mad Tea Party Distory

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2022/09/03

Have you ever wondered why the teacups at Disney are so hard to spin? Well, they weren't always that way. In this episode of Distory, we move down through the history of the Mad Tea Party and go a little mad explaining the backstory, concept art, design challenges, and multiple changes that have made this iconic ride what it is today. Join us LIVE on TikTok every Friday at 5:30pm Pacific/8:30pm Eastern for more Distory! Kate: @disneycicerone Kirk: @walruscarp You can also find us on YouTube,

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02:02:50

19. Sightlines in Disney - How Perspective Affects...

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2022/08/27

How does the way Disney designed their parks influence how we experience them? In this episode of Distory, we talk about how Disney has masterfully crafted our perspective and perception within each one to keep us in the story and encourage forward motion. We also have some fun discussing a few forced perspective design fails and how we wish one particular land in a galaxy far, far away looked more convincing from a distance. Join us LIVE on TikTok every Friday at 5:30pm Pacific/8:30pm Eastern for

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01:48:43

18. A World of Color - Color Psychology in the Disney...

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2022/08/20

How does Disney's use of color affect our experience of the parks? In this episode of Distory, we go beyond Go Away Green and Blending Blue to explore how the Imagineers influence our guest experience through the use of specific colors. We also chat about how one of our favorite characters wasn't always the color he is now, and why dining in Disney is designed to make us hungrier than ever. Join us LIVE on TikTok every Friday at 5:30pm Pacific/8:30pm Eastern for more Distory! Kate:

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01:36:19

17. Haunted Mansion Distory - Part 16 - Momento Mori...

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2022/08/15

As we near the end of our Haunted Mansion odyssey, our journey would not be complete without a stop in the gift shop! In this episode, we walk through the oddities and history of Momento Mori before traveling over to Disneyland to talk about a secret tunnel (that never was) and how Pirates & the Mansion have been interwoven in design from the very beginning. Join us LIVE on TikTok every Friday at 5:30pm Pacific/8:30pm Eastern for more Distory! Kate: @disneycicerone Kirk: @walruscarp You can

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00:44:04

16. Haunted Mansion Distory - Part 15 - Tomb Secrets...

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2022/08/08

You may think that the tombs at the exit of the Haunted Mansion are just simple, funny puns, but a few of them hold hidden meanings buried beneath their lighthearted facades. In this episode, we unveil the secrets of the crypts and pay a visit to the pet cemetery to say hello to our dearly departed furry friends whose epitaphs hold secrets of their own. (Please note: Because this episode was recorded while Kirk was in the Magic Kingdom, you may hear some extra background noise) Join us LIVE on

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01:34:05

15. Haunted Mansion Distory - Part 14 - Little Leota...

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2022/07/31

Who is Little Leota? Is she a bride? A mourner? A hostess? And why is she the last ghostly figure we see on our way out of the Haunted Mansion? In this episode of Distory with Kate and Kirk, we dig deeper into the history of the mansions "Ghostess" and also discuss a surprising connection between Beauty and the Beast and the Haunted Mansion. And as we finally step back out into the light, we take a detour through Disneyland's original walk-through exit, hidden in plain sight. Join us LIVE on TikTok

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01:20:16

14. Haunted Mansion Distory - Part 13 - The...

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2022/07/26

In this episode of Distory with Kate & Kirk, three ghosts follow us on our way out of the mansion as we explore the fascinating backstories and development of the Haunted Mansion's hitchhiking ghosts Ezra Beane, Professor Phineas Plump, and Gus. We also go behind the scenes of the doom buggy ghost effect and discuss how it is the perfect culmination of many of the mansion's overarching themes. Join us LIVE on TikTok every Friday at 5:30pm Pacific/8:30pm Eastern for more Distory! Kate:

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01:18:53

13. Haunted Mansion Distory - Part 12 - The Knight,...

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2022/07/17

In this episode of Distory with Kate & Kirk, we focus on the often-overlooked trio of happy haunts at the very end of the Haunted Mansion's graveyard: The knight, the prisoner, & the executioner. After losing our heads over the vast history of the decapitated knight, we explore the evolution of the prisoner and executioner concept art before ending our time in the graveyard with a ghost dematerializing before our very eyes, and what it means for the story arc of the Haunted Mansion as a

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01:19:52

12. Haunted Mansion Distory - Part 11 - The Mummy &...

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2022/07/09

In this episode of Distory with Kate and Kirk, we make our way (albeit slowly) through the graveyard of the Haunted Mansion, this time focusing on the fascinating history of the mummy and the deaf man trying to hear him. After a detour discussing the obelisks of Disney, we wave hi to the Mickey-bar whispy ghost before singing some crazy opera and sharing some excitement about our upcoming Keys to the Kingdom tour! Join us LIVE on TikTok every Friday at 5:30pm Pacific/8:30pm Eastern for more

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11. Haunted Mansion Distory - Part 10 - Singing...

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2022/07/02

In this episode of Distory, we continue to creep through the graveyard of the Haunted Mansion beginning with the history of the singing busts before having a drink with the couple at the picnic table, toasting the arm coming out of the crypt, learning the origins of the phantom coachman, and making time for tea with a trio of grim grinning ghosts. We also uncover some ways that Disney "borrowed" art and music from other sources, and laugh hysterically at too many things to count. Join us LIVE on

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01:09:57

10. Haunted Mansion Distory - Part 9 - The Phantom Five

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2022/06/25

In this episode of Distory, we finally arrive in the graveyard just in time to celebrate the swinging wake with the Phantom Five! And they might not necessarily be who you think they are because of an all-too-common mistake. As we roll on in our doom buggies, we explore the origins of the ghost drummer, hear about the background of the tune Grim Grinning Ghosts, hang out with royalty on the see-saw, and even have a drop-in special guest (musicologist Dr. Eliot Grasso) to help us identify the

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01:20:48

9. Haunted Mansion Distory Part 8 - Falling from the...

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2022/06/18

On this episode of Distory with Kate & Kirk, we make our descent from the attic of the Haunted Mansion, taking in every detail and historic feature along the way. We wrestle with that question that has plagued Disney fans for ages... do we fall, jump, or did someone push us out the window? And do we survive the journey? We also discuss the influences of other Disney park attractions and movies and the impact they made on this particular part of the Haunted mansion, explore the Imagineer's use of

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01:50:00

8. Haunted Mansion Distory - Part 7 - The Attic

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2022/06/12

Have you ever wondered why the Haunted Mansion's attic feels so much creepier than the rest of the mansion? In this episode of Distory with Kate & Kirk, we attempt to keep our heads as we explore the Beating Heart Bride's grim history, the Hatbox Ghost's disappearance and reappearance, cobwebs in the mansion, and why the layout of the attic was a significant part of the story (that no longer makes sense). Join us LIVE on TikTok every Friday at 5:30pm Pacific/8:30pm Eastern for more

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01:33:47

7. Haunted Mansion Distory - Part 6 - The Grand Hall

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2022/06/04

In this episode of Distory with Kate & Kirk, ghosts are beginning to materialize as we enter the Grand Hall (aka The Ballroom) of the Haunted Mansion and give a detailed account of the secrets, stories, effects, and details you might have missed while flying by in your Doom Buggy. Kirk shows us a way to replicate the Pepper's Ghost effect in our very own homes, and we go a little rogue speculating on some (possible) Haunted Mansion connections and themes. Join us LIVE on TikTok every Friday at

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01:09:35

6. Haunted Mansion Distory - Part 5 - Music Room,...

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2022/05/28

In this episode of Distory with Kate & Kirk, we dodge hot and cold running chills in the endless hallway of the Haunted Mansion before exploring the details of the Music Room and finally venturing into the mystical and magical realm of the Seance Room. We summon all our historical knowledge of Madame Leota, ectoplasm, seance circles, and MAPO devices, while also considering how the overarching imagination/reality theme is carried into this famous circular room. We *may* also have some fun with a

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