Show Notes for Episode 257
In this episode we welcome Freddy Martin. He worked on the Jungle Cruise at Disneyland, and Tiki Room, Big Thunder Mountain and more. Freddy worked there in the late 80s to early 90s, and has some great stories to tell. Also he is one of the hosts from the podcast Themed Attraction Podcast. Check out all of Freddy's stuff here.
Find the Themed Attraction Podcast on iTunes and stitcher.
Visit ThemedAttraction.com to read articles about theme park design.
Visit FreddyMartin.net for Freddy’s personal blog.
Follow on socials @SkipperFreddy
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By Brady MacDonald
April 9, 2019
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BY BRADY MACDONALD
April 12, 2019
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Disney Draws Upon Real-World Inspirations for Otherworldly Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
By Brady MacDonald - April 9, 2019
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MiceChat
Disneyland plans to demolish and replace iconic Adventureland entry sign to improve pedestrian traffic flow
By Brady MacDonald
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By Brady MacDonald
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By Brady MacDonald
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Disneyland Storybook Land boat takes on water, prompting evacuation of ride
By Brady MacDonald
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Disney MaxPass Now Offers Disney FASTPASS for Select Entertainment Offerings at Disneyland Resort
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Disney Parks Blog
Disneyland adds 2 nighttime spectaculars to premium MaxPass system
By Brady MacDonald
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Orange County Register
David Koenig Disneyland Rumor Update: Star Wars Sweeps
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MiceChat
Disneyland News Update: Jessie Spins, Dumbo Soars and the Heat Begins to Rise
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Disneyland Merchandise Update: You Can Fly, You Can Fly, You Can Fly
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Former Disneyland Jungle Cruise Skipper Freddy Martin