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110. Improving EPCOT (Part 1)

07.20.2020 by Dan Heaton // 2 Comments

Improving EPCOT starts with a few changes to Spaceship Earth.

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Disney fans have strong opinions when it comes to the parks, and EPCOT is a prime example. Many of us connected with the original version in the ’80s and ’90s.… Read more...

Music of the Animal Kingdom Lodge: Silina Musango by Samite

07.08.2020 by Dan Heaton // 8 Comments

Samite's album Silina Musango has several songs featured at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge and has just the right mood of that lobby.

Walt Disney World can be overwhelming at times. When you consider the crowds, advanced planning, and size, it’s a lot for even the most dedicated fans. I love the parks, but what I’ve grown to appreciate more lately are the quiet spots that give us a chance to recharge.… Read more...

108. Garner Holt on Creating Animatronics for Fantasmic!, Haunted Mansion Holiday, and Knotts Berry Farm

06.29.2020 by Dan Heaton // Leave a Comment

Garner Holt Productions is the top producer of audio-animatronics and other figures for theme parks, including Disneyland.

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Garner Holt doesn’t work at Walt Disney Imagineering, but his company has played a key role in creating many of Disney’s most popular attractions. Garner Holt Productions is the leader in building animatronics and other figures at theme parks, including Disneyland.… Read more...