Episodes

Dec. 23, 2024

Why Disney’s Polynesian Tower Might Be the Best Magic Kingdom Hotel (Ep. 511)

Join Len Testa and Jim Hill as they dive into the fascinating and occasionally outrageous story of how Disney transformed Caribbean Beach into their 15th DVC property: Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Resort : Len reviews…
Dec. 16, 2024

How Disney Flattened a Chunk of Caribbean Beach to Pave the Way for Their Priciest DVC Resort (Ep. 510)

Join Jim and Len as they serve up another helping of Disney history, humor, and holiday cheer: Jollywood Nights 2024 Review: Len breaks down why this year’s merriest event at Hollywood Studios is a must-visit, with mouthwate…
Dec. 9, 2024

How Sunny Eclipse came to the Starlight Café (EP 509 )

Jim gives us the history of Sunny Eclipse at Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe.
Dec. 2, 2024

What’s it really like down in the tunnels under the Magic Kingdom (Ep 508 )

Len Testa & Jim Hill are joined by Jim Shull of “Disney Journeys” &; Eric Hersey of the “Epic Universal Podcast” for an in-depth look at WDW’s Utilidor system. Throughout this episode, listeners will learn about:  What …
Nov. 25, 2024

Muppet*Vision 3D’s Curtain Call: Making Way for Electric Mayhem & Jollywood Nights Review!

oin Jim and Len as they explore the latest holiday updates, behind-the-scenes details, and listener questions about Disney’s parks and attractions. Jollywood Nights 2024 Review: Discover how this year’s event improved on las…
Nov. 11, 2024

Is Disney’s Premier Pass Really Worth It? Plus, Universal’s Year-Round Horror & El Rio Del Tiempo’s Final Chapter! (Ep. 505)

In this week’s episode, Len Testa and Jim Hill bring you a packed show with the latest theme park news and the finale of Jim’s deep dive into EPCOT’s El Rio del Tiempo. Tune in as they cover: Universal’s Year-Round Horror Ni…
Nov. 4, 2024

Tropical Americas is Coming, $25 Cake Slices, and the Grand Finale of EPCOT’s El Rio Del Tiempo (Ep. 504)

part 3 of Jim’s now four-part history of EPCOT’s El Rio del Tiempo boat ride!
Oct. 28, 2024

Epcot’s Hidden Gems: The Forgotten Details of El Rio del Tiempo (Ep. 503)

II’s part 2 of Jim’s now three-part history of EPCOT’s El Rio del Tiempo boat ride!
Oct. 21, 2024

The Lost Rides of Epcot: The Untold History of El Rio del Tiempo (Ep. 502)

In this week’s Disney Dish, Len and Jim dive into the rich history of one of EPCOT’s lesser-known attractions, "El Rio del Tiempo." Join us for Part 1 of a two-part series as Jim takes us back to the 1982 dedication of EPCOT…
Oct. 14, 2024

Pixar vs. Disney: How Mickey’s PhilharMagic Became Eisner’s Secret Weapon (Ep. 501)

Jim continues the history of Mickey’s PhilharMagic!
Oct. 7, 2024

Self-Driving Vehicles at Disney? Plus The Story Behind The Legend of the Lion King (Ep. 500)

Jim continues the history of Mickey’s PhilharMagic!
Sept. 30, 2024

Do you remember Epcot’s “Magic Journeys” (Ep 499)

Jim gives us the history of Mickey’s PhilharMagic!
Sept. 23, 2024

Behind the Bar: Ricky Debler Jr. on Creating Disney’s Most Popular Tequila Spot (Ep. 498)

In this episode of The Disney Dish Podcast , Len Testa and Jim Hill bring you the latest updates and an in-depth look at Disney’s past, present, and future. Tune in as they cover: Exclusive Interview : Special guest Ricky De…
Sept. 16, 2024

Inside Tony Baxter’s 1976 Presentation: Big Thunder’s Forgotten Neighbors (Ep. 497)

Jim continues the history of Disney’s Big Thunder Mountain Railroad.
Sept. 9, 2024

Big Thunder's Wild History, Tron’s Queue Overhaul, and Universal’s Next Big Attraction (Ep. 496)

In this episode of The Disney Dish , Jim Hill and Len Testa bring you the latest Disney theme park news, dive into listener questions, and share some fascinating theme park history. Tune in for an entertaining and informativ…
Sept. 2, 2024

Disney Dish with Jim Hill Ep 495: How a Western River led to Big Thunder Mountain

Jim gives us the history of Disney’s Big Thunder Mountain Railroad.
Aug. 26, 2024

Disney Dish with Jim Hill Ep 494: How did the Imagineers just update WDW’s “Peter Pan Flight”

Jim looks back at how Walt adapted J.B. Barrie’s play & novel to the screen back in 1953
Aug. 19, 2024

Disney Dish with Jim Hill Ep 493: Frontierland to trade steamboat ride for “Cars” -themed road rally

Jim gives us the history of Fantasyland’s Be Our Guest restaurant. It’s the Gray Stuff Episode!
Aug. 12, 2024

Disney Dish with Jim Hill Special Bonus Episode: What’s next for the Disney Parks

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Aug. 12, 2024

Disney Dish with Jim Hill Ep 492: Remembering Disneyland’s Indian Village

Jim continues our deep dive into the history - and possibly the future - of Disney’s Frontierland concept.
Aug. 5, 2024

Disney Dish with Jim Hill Ep 491 : Disney Destiny puts villains in the spotlight

Jim does a deep dive into the history - and possibly the future - of Disney’s Frontierland concept.
July 29, 2024

Disney Dish with Jim Hill Ep 490: In what month of 2025 is Epic Universe going to open?

Our main segment celebrates the opening of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster 25 years ago TODAY, with special guests Imagineer Jim Shull, who designed the ride, and my twin sister Linda, who got us a hotel room next to Steven Tyler hi…
July 22, 2024

Disney Dish with Jim Hill Ep 489: How does WDW’s new “Country Bear” show stack up

Jim finishes the history of EPCOT’s Norway pavilion.