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Imagination Skyway

Imagination Skyway is a Disney Parks and Imagineering podcast. Episodes explore attraction design, recap Disney news, and dive into the stories behind the magic, including interviews with Disney Imagineers, Disney Legends, and other Disney creators. Not affiliated with or endorsed by The Walt Disney Company. Disney is a trademark of The Walt Disney Company.

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75:16

Imagineering Rock 'n' Roller Coaster and Millennium...

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2026/05/30

Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring the Muppets and Millennium Falcon Smuggler's Run (featuring The Mandalorian and Grogu) opened at Disney's Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World on May 26, 2026. These new experiences include a heightened degree of Imagineering details, especially Rock 'n' Roller Coaster, which now combines the legacy Disney attraction with Muppet Vision 3D and Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem. In this episode, we discuss how Disney updated these attractions in a quick period of

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16:06

Carousel of Progress Major Update at Magic Kingdom |...

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2026/05/28

Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress is getting a major update in 2027, including a new Audio-Animatronic of Walt Disney and updated show scenes, plus much more. In this episode, we discuss everything Disney just announced about this classic Magic Kingdom attraction upgrade.Get ad-free episodes, bonus episodes, in-depth news analysis, and premium content at patreon.com/imaginationskyway. To plan a trip, be sure to work with KMV Travel. Read Matt's Imagineering column in WDW

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34:25

Cool Kids Summer | Walt Disney World | 2026 Experience

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2026/05/27

Cool Kids Summer is back at Walt Disney World in 2026, and it's better than ever. On May 26, all four theme parks (Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, and Disney's Animal Kingdom) opened new attractions to kick off the summer season. These include Jessie's Roundup, Goofycore, Soarin' Across America, Bluey's Wild World, Magic of Disney Animation (including Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live), Millennium Falcon: Smuggler's Run featuring The Mandalorian and Grogu, and Rock 'n'

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51:48

Disney Resort Music Loops | Magic Kingdom, EPCOT,...

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2026/05/16

Walt Disney World Resort hotels include their own medley of music loops, from the cozy acoustic sounds of Disney's Wilderness Lodge to the whimsical, Disney-inspired songs at the Disneyland Hotel. In this episode, we analyze the music loops of the Disney Resort hotels in the EPCOT, Magic Kingdom, and Disneyland resort areas. We also discuss how Walt Disney Imagineering selects music to match the theme of each Disney resort hotel.Get ad-free episodes, bonus episodes, in-depth news analysis, and

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62:16

Disney Resort Music Loops | Animal Kingdom, ESPN,...

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2026/05/09

Walt Disney World Resort hotels include their own medley of music loops, from the African medleys of Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge to the contemporary jazz played at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort. In this episode, we analyze the music loops of the Disney Resort hotels in the Disney's Animal Kingdom, ESPN Wide World of Sports, and Disney Springs resort areas. We also discuss how Walt Disney Imagineering selects music to match the theme of each Disney resort hotel.Get ad-free episodes, bonus

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15:37

Disney News | Big Thunder Mountain Reopens | Fall...

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2026/05/04

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad reopened at Magic Kingdom on May 3 with a new track, updated trains, and enhanced special effects alongside an updated story from Walt Disney Imagineering. In addition, Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party tickets go on sale May 12 (or May 5 for guests with a qualifying Walt Disney World Resort reservation) for party dates spanning August 7 through October 31. In this Disney Parks news episode, we also discuss Disney Week of Wishes, Disney Lakeshore Lodge, and a

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47:40

Guide to Disney's Grand Floridian Resort and Spa |...

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2026/05/02

Disney's Grand Floridian Resort and Spa opened at Walt Disney World in 1988 in the Magic Kingdom resort area. As the flagship hotel on property, Grand Floridian boasts luxurious accommodations, modern amenities, a full-service spa and health club, and a wide range of dining options. The hotel is a monorail or boat stop away from Magic Kingdom and is inspired by luxury beach hotels of the early twentieth century. In this episode, we discuss the resort's history and Imagineering, and we share

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50:03

Tea at Disney's Grand Floridian | Garden View Lounge...

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2026/04/25

The Garden View Lounge afternoon tea room at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort and Spa reopened in March 2026. In partnership with Twinings, Disney's culinary team created a dining experience inspired by the Alice in Wonderland tea party scene. In this episode, we review the Garden View Lounge afternoon tea service live from this Walt Disney World restaurant.Get ad-free episodes, bonus episodes, in-depth news analysis, and premium content at patreon.com/imaginationskyway. To plan a trip, be sure

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19:29

Muppets Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Opening May 26 |...

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2026/04/16

Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring the Muppets will open May 26, 2026 at Disney's Hollywood Studios. In this episode, we discuss the details about the Imagineering and story for the new attraction, which is replacing Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith (closed March 2026). We also share our initial reactions to hearing the first two source audio soundtracks at a Disney Parks media event.Get ad-free episodes, bonus episodes, in-depth news analysis, and premium content at

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60:56

Guide to Aulani Disney Resort and Spa Hawai’i | Top...

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2026/04/11

Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa opened in 2011 on the island of Oahu, bringing the magic of Disney to this tropical Hawaiian paradise. With an array of hotel rooms, Disney Vacation Club studios and villas, amenities, pools, restaurants, shops, and a private beachfront lagoon, Aulani is one of the best Disney experiences you can share with your family away from the theme parks and a top-rated family hotel in Hawai'i. In our conversation, we’ll share everything you need to know about Aulani, offer

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35:42

Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin Recharge | Disney...

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2026/03/28

Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin is concluding a year-long update at Walt Disney World. Inspired by Disney-Pixar's Toy Story, this Magic Kingdom attraction opened in 1998. Its 2026 recharge includes new ride vehicles, enhanced gaming elements, other updates. In this episode, I interview Walt Disney Imagineers Kimberly Alison and Justin DeTolla about their work on the updated ride experience, and I chat with Drew the Disney Dude about his early preview at Magic Kingdom.Get ad-free episodes,

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20:24

D23 News: Tickets for The Ultimate Disney Fan Event |...

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2026/03/26

D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event takes place this August 14, 15, and 16 in Anaheim, California, just down the road from Disneyland. Today, Disney D23 announced ticket options for this event, including 1-day and 3-day options for the Anaheim Convention Center and Honda Center locations. D23 Gold Members can purchase tickets next week. Disney also announced details for D23 Day at Disneyland, D23 Night at Angel's Stadium, and other the Disney Legends Ceremony. This year's inductees include Bob

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65:47

Disney Imagineer Moritz Baecher | World of Frozen |...

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2026/03/21

World of Frozen at Disney Adventure World (Disneyland Paris) opened with an Olaf autonomous robotic character. Developed by Walt Disney Imagineering Research and Development in partnership with Walt Disney Animations Studios, NVIDIA, and Google DeepMind, Olaf was developed in months using Newton, an AI open-source, extensible physics engine that advances robot learning and development. In this episode, I interview Moritz Baecher about his work on this new Disney Parks robotic character inspired by

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35:53

Josh D'Amaro's Vision | Bob Iger's Legacy | Disney News

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2026/03/19

Josh D'Amaro's is now the CEO of The Walt Disney Company. In this Disney news episode, we recap his first Disney shareholder meeting (held on March 18, 2026), discuss his vision for the future alongside Dana Walden and other Disney executives, analyze how Disney Parks and Walt Disney Studios might be impacted by his tenure, and recap Bob Iger's legacy as CEO between 2005 and 2026.Get ad-free episodes, bonus episodes, in-depth news analysis, and premium content at

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10:24

Disney World News: Cool Kids Summer | 2026 Attraction...

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2026/03/13

Cool Kids Summer is returning to Walt Disney World this summer from May 26 through September 8, 2026. In addition, new and refurbished attractions are opening this summer, including Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin, Soarin' Across America, Disney H2O Glow After Hours at Typhoon Lagoon, Bluey and Bingo at Conservation Station, and Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live. Plus, new summer offers for resort stays, dining plans, and tickets can now be booked for summer

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47:24

Imagineering Pandora The World of Avatar | Hidden...

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2026/03/07

Pandora—The World of Avatar opened at Disney's Animal Kingdom in 2017, offering Walt Disney World guests an immersive land based on James Cameron's Avatar franchise. Designed by a team of Walt Disney Imagineers led Disney Legend Joe Rohde, Pandora takes Imagineering to a new level of immersive storytelling, engineering, and special effects. From Avatar Flight of Passage to Na'vi River Journey, Satu'li Canteen, the Floating Mountains and beyond, the land is filled with rich details that most guests

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18:53

Disney Parks News: Walt Disney World Construction...

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2026/03/03

Magic Kingdom, Disney's Hollywood Studios, and Disney's Animal Kingdom are seeing extensive construction updates as Disney adds new lands and experiences to its Walt Disney World theme parks. Piston Peak, Villains Land, Monsters Inc. Land, and Tropical Americas are just a few of these updates. In this Imagination Skyway news episode, we'll recap just about everything that's currently closed, under refurbishment, or under construction at the Walt Disney World Resort.Villains Land & Piston Peak

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46:17

Disney Destiny | Disney Cruise Line Experience

Imagination Skyway ·

2026/02/21

Disney Destiny is the newest ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet, operating in the same class as the Disney Wish and Disney Treasure cruise ships. Featuring a Disney, Pixar, and Marvel hero and villains theme, the Disney Destiny features spacious state rooms, world-class entertainment (Disney Hercules stage show), legendary dining, action-packed kids clubs, daring adult escapes, and fun for the whole family.In this episode, I chat with my travel advisor and business partner Kelly Craig about her

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60:17

Harry Potter Film and Theme Park Costuming | Laurent...

Imagination Skyway ·

2026/02/07

Laurent "Lolo" Guinci is a globally recognised costume designer and creative director whose career has become deeply intertwined with the legacy of the Harry Potter franchise. His remarkable journey began in the early 2000s, when he collaborated with award-winning costume designer Jany Temime on Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004), launching a long-standing creative relationship with Warner Bros. and the Wizarding World. His work spans iconic movie sets, large-scale theme parks, retail

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49:29

Wonder Man | Marvel Studios | Co-Executive Producer...

Imagination Skyway ·

2026/01/31

Wonder Man is the newest Marvel Studios television series on Disney Plus. In this episode, I chat with Brian Gay, Co-Executive Producer of this series, about Wonder Man and about Brian's career. Brian worked alongside Kevin Feige and Marvel executives to develop Black Panther, Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, Thor: Ragnarok, Avengers: Infinity War, Avengers: Endgame, Spider-Man: Homecoming, Spider-Man: Far From Home, Captain Marvel, Loki, Hawkeye, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, and Werewolf by

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