From the time that Walt Disney opened DisneyLand right up through today, US Presidents have been known to visit DisneyLand and Disney World. Starting with Truman, every one of them - except one - has visited a park, and the one still had a connection to Walt himself. A few of the Presidents past had strong ties and shared the love of the parks. I tell you about each one, and mix in some of the Voices of Liberty for you to enjoy.
Notes: Just in time for the 4th of July, its a long form piece about all of the Presidents. When I decided to create this podcast, I was pretty sure most had visited the parks, but it was fun to explore their stories and understand their passion and what they liked about visiting. I wasn't exactly surprised about LBJ, but was glad there was a connection in any case.
The Nixon story was probably the most intriguing because he was friendly with Disney. Reagan is a close second, based on his path crossing Disney's many times. The one that surprised me the most was Carter, and his wanting to know more about EPCOT.
Want to see some of the pics I mention, check them out here -
And here is the audio and story behind the Hall of Presidents:
Episode #336 -Soundsation at the Disney MGM Studios
Episode #335 - an update on Lost and Found at Disney World
Episode #334 - A quick visit and a look at Wreck-it-Ralph
Episode #333 - Vegetarian Dining at Walt Disney World
Episode #332: the Golden Horseshoe
Episode #331 - a dose of Disney News
Episode #330 - A visit to "the World"
Episode #329 - Food Rocks
Episode #328 - Circle of Life
Episode #327 - Symbiosis
Episodes #325 & #326 - The Land Pavillion
Episode #324 - Lost & Found Disney
Episode #323 - A little news
Episode #322 - more of your disney questions answered
Episode #321 - Disney's America (and my summer vacation)
Episode #320 - Dave answers your questions
Episode #319 - Listen to the Land
Episode #318 - School Trips to Disney World
Episode #317 - a trip to the Animal Kingdom
Episode #316 - Some Disney News
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