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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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01:10:01

92. Big Thunder Mountain History - Part 9 - Walt...

Distory with Kate & Kirk ·

2024/03/09

What item in Big Thunder's queue has significant ties to both American and Disney history? In this episode of Distory, we go off the rails as we explore the spectacular beginnings of Walt Disney World’s Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. From unbelievable vistas of an underdeveloped Frontierland to absurd mining jokes, we follow the early history of this iconic attraction through its opening day before heading to the beginning of the queue. From there, we have some fun unpacking even the smallest

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01:32:17

91. History of Big Thunder Mountain - Part 8 - Hidden...

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2024/03/02

What parts of Disneyland’s Big Thunder Mountain Railroad were borrowed from somewhere else?In this episode of Distory, we hop aboard Disneyland’s Big Thunder Mountain Railroad for a complete ride-through of the attraction from load to unload, analyzing each scene for the hidden history it holds. From the history of gas lamps to the bones of Dinosaur Gap and everything in between, this episode is as wild as it gets, including real remnants from America’s gold mines, missing smoke effects, exploding

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00:53:21

90: History of Big Thunder Mountain - Part 7 -...

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2024/02/24

How is the People Mover (and Indiana Jones) related to Big Thunder Mountain?In this episode of Distory, we chug along in our story of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in Disneyland as we highlight some of the unique processes and features of its construction. Though this episode had a few bumps in the rails (our audio/video had a glitch - sorry about that!) we still walk through the stories and secrets of the queue, including some antiques, superstitions, nods to other Big Thunders around the world,

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01:00:44

89: History of Big Thunder Mountain - Part 6 -...

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2024/02/17

How did Walt Disney inspire the design of Disneyland's Big Thunder Mountain? In this episode of Distory, we head back to Disneyland to learn about how Imagineer Tony Baxter had to adapt the design of the iconic Big Thunder Mountain for a park it wasn’t intended for. Along the way, we learn the truth about some fossilized wood, dust off a few old National Geographic magazines for inspiration, and hear the original backstory of Jason Chandler. We also take a side trip to Discovery Bay and explore

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00:48:23

88. History of Big Thunder Mountain - Part 5 - What...

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2024/02/10

How many ideas for Big Thunder Mountain are simply recycled old ones? In this episode of Distory, we keep chugging along in our Big Thunder Mountain series as we start by saying goodbye to Mine Train Through Nature’s Wonderland (but not before we learn a few lost concepts in an attempt to save it, some of which we see today in the current Big Thunder). After tearing down Cascade Peak and mentioning where a few of the animals made a new home, we hop over to Walt Disney World to learn about the

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00:54:37

87. History of Big Thunder Mountain - Part 4 - Mine...

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2024/02/03

What was the most successful (and disastrous) animatronic that Disney ever made? In this episode of DIstory, we once again hop aboard Mine Train Through Nature's Wonderland in Disneyland as we continue this series about the origins of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. After rounding Cascade Peak and learning about a significant waterfall, we head into bear country to spy some itchy bears, piston fish, and a scary trestle. After hearing an incredibly offensive joke near the Olympic Elk and spending

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00:50:00

86. History of Big Thunder Mountain - Part 3 - Mine...

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2024/01/27

How are the animals of Mine Train Through Nature's Wonderland significant to Disney's history? And why did Disney paint the mine train yellow? In this episode of DIstory, we explore the history of Nature's Wonderland in Disneyland as we chug along in this series about the origins of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. We begin with the transition from Rainbow Caverns Mine Train, discussing some technological improvements (including a few from NASA) that had a massive impact on the

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01:08:11

85. History of Big Thunder Mountain - Part 2 -...

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2024/01/20

What inspired the little mining town of Rainbow Ridge? On this episode of Distory, we hold on (loosely?) to our hats and glasses as we embark on the slow-moving Rainbow Cavern’s Mine Train, one of the predecessors of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. Along the way, we point out some of our favorite sights in the painted desert, including a bizarre group of 7 Dwarfs, a teeny tiny cabin, dangerous rock formations, miniature pueblos, and, of course, the famous Rainbow Caverns themselves. Kirk also loses

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00:57:33

84. History of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad - Part 1...

Distory with Kate & Kirk ·

2024/01/13

What mistake did Disney make that changed their plans for Frontierland? On this episode of Distory, we get ready for the wildest ride in the wilderness as we start a new series all about the history of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. But the runaway mine train we all know and love is only part of the story when it comes to Big Thunder. We start our journey at the very beginning in Disneyland’s early Frontierland, taking a ride on some mules, stagecoaches, and (many) wagons before rolling to a stop

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00:53:28

83: Distorian's Lounge - The Lost Chinatown That...

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2024/01/06

Even if you think you’ve heard it all about Disneyland, you’ve probably NEVER heard about this. In the Distorian's Lounge with Kate this week, we do a deep dive into the history of Disneyland’s abandoned Chinatown concept, exploring how it impacted some of the most iconic attractions in Disney history. Along the way we meet an animatronic you’ve likely never heard of, sit down for a meal in a unique (and sometimes offensive) Chinese restaurant, and learn a little bit of philosophy. We also dig

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01:11:25

82. The Christmas Gift that Changed Disney History &...

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2023/12/23

What if Disney animation didn’t start with a mouse, but something else entirely? In this episode of Distory, we couldn’t agree on what Disney history to talk about, so we decided to each bring three of our favorite holiday-themed stories to share with you as this Christmas season comes to a close. From a very important pair of boots to some odd-looking costumes, a missing star to the origins of a beloved Christmas party, this episode has all the laughs, the feels, and some deep thoughts that might

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01:18:44

81. History of the Jingle Cruise - Part 2

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2023/12/09

What remnants from the Jingle Cruise can you still find in Disneyland? In this episode of Distory, we wrap our Jingle Cruise series with some festive stories of the origins of Christmas traditions that the skippers have carried on in the jungle. After visiting some beribboned snakes, new years babies, and festive headhunters in Disneyland, we sail on over to Disney World where we talk eggnog, wassailing, Santa hats, reindeer, and many more details you won’t want to miss the next time you embark on

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01:06:33

80. History of the Jingle Cruise - Part 1

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2023/12/02

What secrets are hidden in the fruitcake of the Jingle Cruise? In this episode of Distory with Kate & Kirk, we go a wasSAILing into the festive waters of Disneyland’s Jingle Cruise history. Along the way, we find some unique period staging, a VERY long naughty list, some changing boat names, and a few mischievous baboons. This episode is also stuffed full of fruitcake facts you never knew you needed, some stories from Imagineers who created the overlay, and all the details you might have missed

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01:31:02

79. 6 Obscure Disney History Stories We Are Thankful For

Distory with Kate & Kirk ·

2023/11/18

What do pigeons, gingerbread, aliens, ghosts, snoap, & rotting fish all have to do with each other? Well, not much, except for the fact that they all have their place in Disney history. In this madcap ride of a Distory episode, we celebrate Thanksgiving by taking a journey through Disney history, sampling a few of our favorite stories along the way. From pigeon mishaps to the origins of snoap, we’ve hand-selected six obscure Disney topics that we are thankful for to share. Along the way we

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01:29:50

78. Hidden Holiday Traditions in It's a Small World...

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2023/11/11

How did Disney Studios inspire a national Christmas tradition? And when was “Mele Kalikimaka” first used? In this episode of Distory, we discuss the history of Disney’s It’s a Small World Holiday overlay and explore the fascinating origins of many of our favorite holiday traditions! From gingerbread to pinatas, ribbon candy to poinsettias, this episode is stuffed with Christmas history facts sure to delight any Disney history fan. We also go over a hidden celebrity in some of the holiday overlays,

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01:09:56

77. Remembering The Osborne Family Spectacle of Lights

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2023/11/04

What does a lost black cat, angry neighbors, and a Supreme Court case have to do with one of Hollywood Studio's extinct attractions? In this episode of Distory, we bring back the much-missed Osborne Spectacle of Dancing Lights for one more glimpse of Holiday magic. Starting with its humble beginnings of 1,000 lights in Arkansas, this spectacle had its share of growing pains (and lawsuits) before it moved to Disney-MGM Studios and became a memorable Christmas tradition every year for thousands

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01:58:12

76. Phantom Manor - Part 4 - Secrets of Phantom Canyon

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2023/10/28

Why do all the characters in Phantom Canyon look so familiar? In this episode of Distory, we mosey on into the town of Phantom Canyon where playful spooks are having a (western-themed) swinging wake. As we inch through this fascinating alternative to the Haunted Mansion graveyard scene, we compare Marc Davis’s and Mary Blair’s original concept art for Western River Expedition to what made it into Phantom Manor, find some familiar faces, and discover stories from Victorian literature that inspired

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01:19:50

75. Phantom Manor - Part 3 - Ballrooms, Boudoirs, &...

Distory with Kate & Kirk ·

2023/10/21

What secrets are hidden in the shadows of the Phantom Manor? And why should you pay attention to a specific tree? In this episode of Distory, we waltz into the ballroom of Disney’s Phantom Manor in Disneyland Paris, investigating some moldy cakes, scary makeup, and a moving Phantom. We then move into Melanie Ravenswood’s boudoir, finding hidden storytelling around the room cloaked in shadow and often easily missed. We also listen to Melanie’s lament and visit the history behind her mournful song

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01:25:47

74. Phantom Manor - Part 2 - Into the Manor

Distory with Kate & Kirk ·

2023/10/14

How does Disney make an old manor look new again? And what elements did Phantom Manor borrow from the US Parks? In this episode of Distory, we step into the decrepit halls of Phantom Manor, finding secrets, stories, and spectral beings along the way. After analyzing how the special effects are achieved in both the foyer and doorless chamber, we then take some time in the portrait gallery (both old and new), say hello to some stanchion bats, and find a connection to an old 1964 piece of concept

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01:03:57

73. Phantom Manor - Part 1 - The Origins of the Manor

Distory with Kate & Kirk ·

2023/10/07

How are the Beatles, Michael Jackson, & Hocus Pocus connected to Disney’s Phantom Manor in Paris? Welcome back, foolish mortals, for a journey into the complicated backstory and history of Phantom Manor in Disneyland Paris! In this episode of Distory, we discuss the concepts, story, music, narration, inspiration, and origins of this iconic spooky attraction. We also dig deep into the background of Walt Disney World’s Thunder Mesa (and Marc Davis’s disappointments) and how it influenced the

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