The Man Behind the Mouse

The 1954 Disneyland Prospectus

Join us for a special episode where we uncover a rare six-page prospectus created by Walt Disney himself. This document, along with Herb Ryman's iconic map, was crucial in securing the financial backing for Disneyland. We'll explore Walt's original vision and see how his ideas evolved into the magical park we know today. Grab your ears and hop on board as we journey through Disneyland's history, viewing it through Walt's eyes! View the document here: https://boingboing.net/2014/05/20/disneylandprospectus.html

Walt's Screwy Idea

Everyone thought Walt was crazy when he wanted to build an amusement park. Even his brother, who had seen him turn nothing into gold, wasn't convinced. Walt was determined still and assembled a small team of "Imagineers" to help his early concepts and ideas turn into the park he had dreamed of since he was a boy. Join us as we learn the origin story of Walt's Screwy Idea. Follow Us on Social Media: Instagram: @waltsworldpodcast Facebook: /waltsworldpodcast Youtube: @waltsworldpodcast Twitter: @wltswrldpdcst Sources for today’s episode: Gennawey, Sam “The Disneyland Story”, 2014. Thomas, Bob “Walt Disney: An American Original”, 1976/1994/2023. The Walt Disney Archives “The Official Walt Disney Quote Book”, 2023. Smith, Dave “Disney Trivia from the Vault- Secrets revealed and questions answered”, 2012.

Walt's Little Mouse

Join us on this magical episode as we dive into the enchanting world of Mickey Mouse! Discover how Walt Disney's little mouse with big dreams became a global icon. We'll explore the origins of Mickey, meet his pals like Minnie, Donald, and Goofy, and uncover how these beloved characters have left an indelible mark on American pop culture. Whether you're a lifelong fan or new to the magic, this episode is sure to delight with fun facts, heartwarming stories, and a sprinkle of Disney magic. Don't miss it! Follow Us on Social Media: Instagram: @waltsworldpodcast Facebook: /waltsworldpodcast Youtube: @waltsworldpodcast Twitter: @wltswrldpdcst Sources for today’s episode: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12877237/Mickey-Mouse-worth-Disney-creation-century-business.html [https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12877237/Mickey-Mouse-worth-Disney-creation-century-business.html] https://d23.com/a-to-z/minnie-mouse/ [https://d23.com/a-to-z/minnie-mouse/] https://d23.com/10-things-you-didnt-know-about-walt-disneys-pluto/ [https://d23.com/10-things-you-didnt-know-about-walt-disneys-pluto/] https://d23.com/a-to-z/daisy-duck/ [https://d23.com/a-to-z/daisy-duck/] https://www.waltdisney.org/blog/evolution-mickey-mouse [https://www.waltdisney.org/blog/evolution-mickey-mouse] https://www.thedisneyclassics.com/blog/the-fab-five [https://www.thedisneyclassics.com/blog/the-fab-five] https://d23.com/walt-disney-legend/fred-moore/ https://movies.disney.com/get-a-horse [https://movies.disney.com/get-a-horse] https://youtu.be/3aFHCZbOfE0 [https://youtu.be/3aFHCZbOfE0] https://d23.com/a-to-z/minnies-yoo-hoo/ [https://d23.com/a-to-z/minnies-yoo-hoo/] https://d23.com/a-to-z/goofy/ [https://d23.com/a-to-z/goofy/] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FxOsXnXl6Bk [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FxOsXnXl6Bk] https://d23.com/a-to-z/pluto/ [https://d23.com/a-to-z/pluto/] https://www.christies.com/en/lot/lot-5896009 [https://www.christies.com/en/lot/lot-5896009] https://www.nga.gov/collection/art-object-page.71479.html

The Man Behind the Mouse

If you are an avid Disney fan and are intrigued by the history and lore of the man who started it all, Walt Disney, then you will love this episode. While it would be incredibly impossible to get a summary of Walt's life into a 30ish minute podcast, we did our best to capture the highlights that stuck out to us the most. The wonderment and magic of the man behind the mouse. Follow Us on Social Media: Instagram: @waltsworldpodcast Facebook: /waltsworldpodcast Youtube: @waltsworldpodcast Twitter: @wltswrldpdcst Sources for today’s episode: https://d23.com/a-to-z/academy-awards/ [https://d23.com/a-to-z/academy-awards/] Thomas, Bob. “Walt Disney: An American Original”. 2023. https://d23.com/a-to-z/black-shirley-temple/ [https://d23.com/a-to-z/black-shirley-temple/] https://www.waltdisney.org/blog/snow-white-and-seven-dwarfs-honorary-academy-awardr [https://www.waltdisney.org/blog/snow-white-and-seven-dwarfs-honorary-academy-awardr] https://d23.com/a-to-z/pfeiffer-walt/ [https://d23.com/a-to-z/pfeiffer-walt/] https://www.waltdisneymuseum.org/disney [https://www.waltdisneymuseum.org/disney]

Introducing: Walt's World Podcast

If you are an avid lover of all things Disney and love knowing and learning all the ins and outs of what makes up the Walt Disney Company, then this is the podcast for you. From the movies, to the parks, to the characters, there are so many secrets, easter eggs, and fun facts to uncover. Travel with us back in time as we retrace the footsteps of a humble Walt and his little mouse all the way to the multi-billion dollar global empire that exists today. Let us help add a little extra magic to your week. So as Walt said, "Okay, Miss Tink! On with the show!"