In this episode we have some news, and then we take a look at Disney California Adventure. We talk about its history from the building of it, to its current state. Laura and I talk about our memories working at Disneyland during the time it was being built. These were times I will never forget, because of how huge the construction was, and all the changes that came along with it. We look into the many changes that took place even in the first year of operation. We look at the downfall of the park and how much it is shaping up now to be a great park! Enjoy this episode with Tommy and us as we discuss this park. Below are some links from the news.

1. DL Tickets & Annual Pass Prices rise May 20th. $87.00 for a one day/one park ticket, $649.00 for premium pass – up $150.00.

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/category/disneyland-resort/disneyland-park/

http://mousepad.mouseplanet.com/showthread.php?183396-Disneyland-Announces-Ticket-Price-Increase&p=1731089#post1731089

2. Alice Davis Window on Main St. USA

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2012/05/imagineer-alice-davis-to-be-honored-with-window-on-main-street-u-s-a-at-disneyland-park-2/

http://thedisneyblog.com/2012/05/13/alice-davis-finally-gets-her-window-on-main-street-at-disneyland/

3. Carnation Cafe Re-Opens on June 13th.

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2012/05/carnation-cafe-reopens-june-13-at-disneyland-park/

4. New Dooney & Bourke Handbags have arrived. Disneyland retro look, designed by Susan Foy, iPad case. Prices start from $78 to 268.

http://zannaland.com/new-disney-dooney-bourke-disneyland-retro-collection-debut-signing/

5. New Gallery opening: Uncommon Art Gallery Makes the ‘Scene’ – WonderGround Gallery Opening June 9, 2012 in the Downtown Disney® District at the Disneyland® Resort event link

6. D23 members can preview Cars Land for $50.

http://d23.disney.go.com/events/2012/03/13/d23-preview-event-opportunities-include-experiences-in-cars-land-buena-vista-street-and-carthay-circle-theatre/

7. New Monorail wraps for Cars Land – and they have names: Manny, Mandy and Mona

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2012/05/three-new-faces-come-to-the-disneyland-resort-manny-mandy-and-mona-monorails/

Tommys youtube channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/tommyflix?ob=0

In this episode we start a new segment. To do this segment we welcome back to our show Tommy. Tommy is from The Disgeek Podcast, and has agreed to bring us news from the Disneyland Resort every episode. We are very happy that Tommy is a part of our team. Here are the links to the stories Tommy spoke about in this episode:

Club 33 story:

http://ocresort.ocregister.com/2012/05/04/disneyland-opens-waiting-list-for-exclusive-club-33/111772/

Rubber Ducky Derby story:

http://ocresort.ocregister.com/2012/05/09/rubber-ducks-race-through-disneylands-its-a-small-world/112527/

Carsland AP Preview sign up:

http://disneyland.disney.go.com/entry/2012-june-california-adventure-preview-for-passholders/?CMP=SOC-DLRUSENFY12Q2FBDM0333

Also in the main segment this week we welcome back Ken Pellman to our show to continue our series where we talk about working in custodial in the different areas in Disneyland. This week we talk about Small World Area. We look at the different attractions in this area and more. Enjoy!

In this episode we welcome back frequent guest David Smith to discuss the Disneyland Ticket Books. These ticket books were used from 1955 to 1982. In some ways they have been forgotten, but the E ticket remains as a form of describing the best attraction or the best of whatever you are speaking of. We talk to David about these books and his experiences using them, working at Disneyland, and living down the street from Disneyland. You can find Davids latest books at www.synergy-books.com including In The Shadow Of The Matterhorn, which he talks about in this episode. Lynn Barron wrote the foreword for the books as well. Hope you enjoy!

This is our 50th episode, and time have really went by fast. I am glad to still be doing the show, and happy people enjoy it. My hopes is that you will learn something new about Disneyland you didn’t know. This time we talk about Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. We learn the back story behind it, some hidden gems, and some cast member stories. We want to thank each and every person who downloads our podcast. Thank you and pass the word on about us. Enjoy!

In this episode we take a look at what it was like to work as a custodian in Fantasyland. We welcome back ken Pellman to our show to discuss this. We get slightly side tracked a few times, but it is all good! We tell some secrets, and some stories we have working in this area. I also go on about Plaza Gradens changing and closing April 30, 2012. I hope if you care about this area remaining the same that you could write Disneyland and express your feelings. Here is a link to do that https://disneyland.disney.go.com/help/email/

In this episode we welcome the guys from The Disgeek Podcast. We discuss some questions I and Laura put together and get some very interesting ideas, thoughts and stories. You can download their podcast at itunes, and check out more info on them at http://www.disgeek.com/

In this episode we discuss The Carousel of Progress. This has an interesting history, going back to the 1964 – 1965 Worlds Fair. This fair had 4 attractions by the Disney company and these attractions gave great ideas for future use in attractions at Disneyland. I hope you enjoy this episode.

In this episode we welcome back a frequent guest to our show Ken Pellman to continue a series we started a few months back. This series we talk about working in New Orleans Square and Critter Country. All 3 of us talk about what it was like to work in these areas as custodians. We also talk about some of the behind the scenes stuff, like whats behind this wall? Or that door? Come and enjoy this great epsiode! Landru finally makes it into our show, learn about this funny story and im sure it wont be the last you hear of Landru!!! Enjoy his ugly picture in the show notes here. Also ask us questions or suggestions on this site or join our facebook groups, or follow us on twitter! Thanks!

In this episode we talk about the history of Mickeys Toontown. We look at its beginnings, and learn what is in toontown and what was there. There is a back story to toontown, which I didn’t know until doing research for this episode. We talk about some of our memories working in Toontown, and some behind the scenes stuff. Check out this episode! We also announce the winner of the last photo contest too.