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 #287 - a little Disney news
Episode #286 - Pandora
Episode #285 - If You Had Wings
Episode #283 & #284 - Norway pavillion
Episodes #281 & #282 - Urban Legends at Disney with Kristi Petersen Schoonover
Episode #280 - a little news and a movie review
Episode #279 - Morocco pavillion
Episode #278 - A little news and some questions
Episode #277 - Other pavilions planned for world showcase
Episode #276 - Italy pavillion
Episode #275 - Disney Tale of the Tape
Episodes #272, #273, and #274 - changes coming to EPCOT
Episode #271 - MouseMingle
Episode #270 - Rogue One
Episode #269 - Riding the rails (the WDW Railroad)
Episode #268 - Frozen ever after
Episode #267 - Observations and 4 parks
Episode #266 - Food and Wine
Episodes #264 & #265 -Favorite Disney Movies
Episode #263 - Storm preparation at Disney World
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