Dan Heaton, Author at Tomorrow Society

Spaceship Earth, Scene by Scene: Books Are Saved!

08.07.2019 by Dan Heaton // 2 Comments

Scholars saved knowledge following the demise of Ancient Rome in this scene from Spaceship Earth at Epcot. — Books are saved on every ride of Spaceship Earth.

Following Rome’s unfortunate demise, our journey switches gears with positive news. All is not lost! Islamic and Jewish scholars have helped to ensure the knowledge is saved and keep us moving forward.… Read more...

78. How Bowers on Retro Magic, EPCOT Center, and the Opening Day of the Disney/MGM Studios

08.05.2019 by Dan Heaton // Leave a Comment

The Retro Disney World podcast focuses on lost attractions like the original Disney/MGM Studios.

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Later this month, Disney will unveil the latest plans for Epcot’s “transformation” at the D23 Expo in Anaheim. I’m nervous about what we’ll hear during that event, but I realize that EPCOT Center was a product of its time.… Read more...

77. Silver Dollar City Trip Report

07.29.2019 by Dan Heaton // Leave a Comment

Marvel Cave at Silver Dollar City is a must-see attraction that makes a trip to this park worthwhile.

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St. Louis, Missouri is not exactly a mecca for theme parks. I’m envious of podcasters and bloggers that live close to Orlando or Anaheim and can easily visit those Disney resorts.… Read more...