Imagineer Kirk Hanson Interview

Imagineer Steve Alcorn Interview

This episode features esteemed author and entrepreneur Steve Alcorn, who is also a systems engineer and a former Walt Disney Imagineer. In this discussion, Steve talks about his contributions to the electronic systems utilized in several well-known Epcot Center attractions.

Imagineer Bill Cotter Interview

Former Walt Disney Imagineer Bill Cotter contributed to the designs of several major computer-controlled attractions at Disney parks. He is also a person of great knowledge about World’s Fairs, especially the 1964 New York World’s Fair, which has great relevance to Walt Disney World in Florida.

Imagineer Val Usle Interview

Former Walt Disney Imagineer Val Usle, who worked at Imagineering from 1978 to 2016, shares his experiences in the theme park industry and discusses his new book: Theme Park Project Wisdom. You will hear his advice on how to enter the industry, succeed in your career, manage the risks and responsibilities, and become a leader in the field.

Imagineer Alan Arena Interview

Former Walt Disney Imagineer Alan Arena shares insights from his impressive engineering career. He was the lead engineer for the installation and commissioning of Epcot's Norway Pavilion and its attraction, Maelstrom. Serving as the Vice President of Engineering for Maelstrom at Ride & Show Engineering, Inc., Alan later joined Walt Disney Imagineering in 2010 as a project engineer for various attractions.

Sheralyn Silverstein Interview

Welcome aboard Horizons at Epcot Center! The quote, "If you can dream it, you can do it," was created by Sheralyn Silverstein for General Electric (GE) recruitment ads. GE was the sponsor of Epcot's Horizons attraction from 1983 to 1993.