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https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/sxsw-2025-robert-downey-jr-tony-stark-avengers-campus/
SXSW: Robert Downey Jr. Crashes Disney Experiences Panel with Avengers Campus Updates
Published: March 8, 2025
CONTRIBUTED BY
Rachel Paige
Senior Manager, Editorial - Disney Experiences

“Announced at last year’s D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, two

“Announced at last year’s D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, two new thrilling attractions will be joining the growing campus at Disneyland Resort. Today, during The Future of World-Building at Disney panel at SXSW, President of Marvel Studios, Kevin Feige, and President and Chief Creative Officer for Walt Disney Imagineering Bruce Vaughn let the crowd in on more of the storytelling and extensive new technology that will bring these attractions to life.

“With the one attraction, Avengers Infinity Defense, you’ll assemble with the Avengers and battle King Thanos across multiple worlds. Join alongside the likes of Black Panther, Ant-Man, Hulk, and so many other favorites to save the universe – again.

“But you can’t just wake up one day and know the ins and outs of battling like an Avenger, you know? You’ve got to train. The second attraction going into Avengers Campus, Stark Flight Lab, will put you inside Tony Stark’s workshop to check out some of the new tech he’s working on and allow you to test it out yourself. And who better to show off his tech than Tony Stark himself?”

https://www.micechat.com/410722-disney-parks-announcements-from-swsx-avengers-star-wars-a-tomorrowland-tease/
DISNEY PARKS ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM SXSW: Avengers, Star Wars & A Tomorrowland Tease!
By Dusty Sage -March 8, 2025

“Disney took to the stage at SXSW 2025 to unveil fresh details about new rides and experiences coming to Disneyland and Walt Disney World in the near future. This annual festival in Austin, Texas brings together leaders in film, music, technology, and interactive media, making it a fitting platform for Disney to showcase how Imagineering and the Disney Studios are working together to shape the future of the parks.”

https://www.ocregister.com/2025/03/12/disneyland-offers-behind-the-scenes-tour-of-new-iron-man-ride/
Disneyland offers behind-the-scenes tour of new Iron Man ride
BY BRADY MACDONALD
March 12, 2025

https://laughingplace.com/w/disney-parks/stark-flight-lab-footage-sxsw/
Stark Flight Lab Behind-the-Scenes Footage Shown at SXSW
Plus, Robert Downey Jr. teased future projects with Marvel and Imagineering.
by Kyle Burbank | Mar 8, 2025

https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/guide-to-the-70th-anniversary-at-disneyland-resort/
Guide to the 70th Anniversary at Disneyland Resort
Published: March 6, 2025
Contributed By
Kelsey Lynch
Senior Manager, Public Relations

“iUpdate as of March 6, 2025

“In December, we announced the full slate of events and limited-time festivals for Disneyland Resort in 2025, including a first look at some of what you can enjoy during the once-in-a-lifetime 70th celebration.

“Today, we’re sharing a closer look at the excitement to come, breaking lots of news like additional details on “World of Color Happiness!,” an all-new ticket offer, a sneak peek at the incredible merchandise and so much more!”

https://www.micechat.com/405439-disneyland-70th-anniversary-guide/
DISNEYLAND 70TH ANNIVERSARY: The Muppets & Duffy Join The Party!
By MiceChat Staff - March 6, 2025

https://www.ocregister.com/2025/03/11/disneyland-reveals-3-new-destinations-for-millennium-falcon-smugglers-run/
Disneyland reveals 3 new destinations for Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run
The refreshed motion simulator ride in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge debuts on May 22, 2026.
By BRADY MACDONALD
PUBLISHED: March 11, 2025

“Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run will venture to three Star Wars planets first visited in the original film trilogy of the 1970s and ‘80s when the rebooted Disneyland ride embarks on a new adventure with the Mandalorian and Grogu.

“The refreshed Smugglers Run motion simulator ride in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge will visit Tatooine, Endor and Bespin when the updated attraction debuts on May 22, 2026 at the Anaheim theme park.

Concept art of the new adventure aboard Smugglers Run released by Walt Disney Imagineering shows a Sandcrawler on the desert planet of Tatooine, the Death Star disintegrating in orbit near the Endor moon and the Millennium Falcon racing toward the Cloud City of Bespin.”

https://www.ocregister.com/2025/03/07/disneyland-updates-toy-story-midway-mania-with-a-ride-overlay/
Disneyland updates Toy Story Midway Mania with a ride overlay
The ride overlay tied to the park’s 70th anniversary celebration fulfills the digital promise of the shoot ‘em up dark ride at Disney California Adventure.
By BRADY MACDONALD
PUBLISHED: March 7, 2025

“Walt Disney Imagineering will take advantage of the digital promise of transforming an existing ride with a seasonal overlay at the flip of a switch when a popular 17-year-old ride gets a long-awaited makeover during Disneyland’s 70th anniversary celebration.

“Toy Story Midway Mania in Pixar Pier at Disney California Adventure will get a 70th anniversary ride overlay starting on May 16 when the year-long party kicks off.

“Concept art for the ride overlay shows Sheriff Woody and Buzz Lightyear holding targets emblazoned with the number 70 and diamond logos with the words “Celebrate Happy” — the motto for the anniversary celebration.”

https://www.ocregister.com/2025/03/06/disneyland-revisits-small-world-war-with-addition-of-new-characters-to-beloved-ride/
Disneyland revisits ‘Small World War’ with addition of new characters to beloved ride
Walt Disney Imagineering will add Coco dolls to It’s a Small World when the attraction reopens on April 25.
By BRADY MACDONALD
PUBLISHED: March 6, 2025

“Walt Disney Imagineering will add Coco characters to the It’s a Small World boat ride at Disneyland when the attraction reopens on April 25 following an extended refurbishment.

“Miguel and Dante dolls from the 2017 Pixar animated film will be silhouetted by a marigold bridge in the Mexico section of the water dark ride.

“Miguel will play his guitar while wearing a mariachi outfit. Dante will appear as a bird-like dog in his rainbow-colored alebrije spirit guide form.

“Disneyland caused a “Small World War” among fans in 2008 when 29 new dolls based on Disney and Pixar animated characters were added to It’s a Small World. Alice in Wonderland was introduced in the England scene, Cinderella joined the France scene and Woody and Jessie from “Toy Story” were featured in a new American West scene.”

https://www.ocregister.com/2025/03/06/disneyland-offers-summer-discount-tickets-during-70th-anniversary/
Disneyland offers summer discount tickets during 70th anniversary
One-day, one-park tickets will be available for as low as $100 for May 16 through Aug. 14.
By BRADY MACDONALD
UPDATED: March 6, 2025

“The Disneyland Anniversary offer will make tickets available for as low as $100 for a one-day, one-park ticket good for May 16 through Aug. 14 when prices typically hover between $142 and $206.

“The discount Disneyland tickets go on sale Tuesday, March 11. Parkhopper upgrades and Lightning Lane add-ons will also be available.

“The twin summer deals include a $400 4-day ticket and a $360 3-day ticket — each good for one park per day.”

…

“The discount tickets can be used on non-consecutive days like a mini annual pass good for just the summer.

“The three Disney hotels will also offering savings up to 30% on four-night stays during the 70th anniversary ticket deal.”

https://www.micechat.com/410123-disneyland-update-crowd-crush-festival-feasts-disneyland-delays/
DISNEYLAND UPDATE: Crowd Crush, Festival Feasts & Disneyland Delays
By Samantha Davis-Friedman -March 3, 2025

https://www.micechat.com/410607-disneyland-update-marvel-mando-monorails-big-changes-ahead/
DISNEYLAND UPDATE: Marvel, Mando & Monorails—Big Changes Ahead!
By MiceChat Staff -March 10, 2025

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The Sweep Spot Ep. #404 - Knott’s Bear-y Tales and the Disneyland Connections

Artists and authors Christopher Merritt and J. Eric Lynxwiler join us to chat about some of the connections between Disneyland and Knott’s Berry Farm, and the historical Bear-y Tales attraction, about which they’ve created a must-have book: https://www.fantas

The Sweep Spot Ep. #403 - Tokyo Disneyland with Imagineer Greg Combs

Imagineer Greg Combs returns to the show to chat about Tokyo Disney Resort and his work on Tokyo DisneySea. Greg previously appeared on Episode 353: https://bleav.com/shows/the-sweep-spot/episodes/the-sweep-spot-ep-353-talk-with-disney-imagineer-greg-combs/

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

The Sweep Spot is an unofficial Disneyland podcast, with weekly episodes: a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Once per month, our Patreon participants join us in our live-as-we-record chat. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts. For more information and to order books, visit our official website: http://www.TheSweepSpot.com\

The Sweep Spot Ep. #401 - Disneyland Computer Systems and Memories with Author Bill Cotter

We chat with author Bill Cotter about computer systems for Disneyland, including at Space Mountain, Big Thunder Mountain, and at the original EPCOT Center, working with the Disney Studio, and so much more! www.worldsfairphotos.com

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

The Sweep Spot is an unofficial Disneyland podcast, with weekly episodes: a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Once per month, our Patreon participants join us in our live-as-we-record chat. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts. For more information and to order books, visit our official website: http://www.TheSweepSpot.com\

The Sweep Spot Ep. #400 - Disneyland History Overview

We take a big-picture perspective of Disneyland history in preparation for the 70th anniversary celebration and to celebrate our 400th Episode of the show. This episode is a great starting point for new listeners and anyone new to learning Disneyland history, and our longtime listeners will enjoy it too.

The Sweep Spot Ep. #399 -Podcaster WDW Radio Lou Mongello

We welcome Podcaster, Author, Speaker and more! Lou hosts the podcast WDW Radio Show and Lynn sits down and talks to him one on one.

The Sweep Spot Ep. #398 - Disneyland Cookbook Author Pam Brandon

We welcome author Pam Brandon to discuss Disneyland food, dining at Disney Parks, and her books, including Delicious Disney: Disneyland: Recipes & Stories from The Happiest Place on Earth.

https://books.disney.com/book-author/pam-brandon/
https://www.instagram.com/brandon.pam/

The Sweep Spot Ep. #397 - Author David Bossert and The Nightmare Before Christmas

We welcome back artist, filmmaker, author, and podcaster David Bossert to discuss The Nightmare Before Christmas and his book, Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas Visual Companion, and his latest book, Find Your Happy Place: The 8-Step Guide to Expanding Your Creativity through a Personal Retreat.

https://davidbossert.com/

The Sweep Spot Ep. #396 - Disneyland Cast Member and Imagineer Matt McKim

Matt McKim joins us to chat about his time at Walt Disney Imagineering and Disneyland, and being the son of Disney Legend Sam McKim.

Check out the Sam McKim Centennial Celebration: https://www.eventzilla.net/e/origin-events.eventzilla.nete/sam-mckim-centennial-celebration-2138648874

Check out Matt’s show: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9ySdm2MMwY75RMyyTJWdzg

The Sweep Spot Ep. #395 - Disneyland Adults Roundtable of Podcasters

A roundtable of podcasters discuss Disney Adults, with a focus on Disneyland. We’re joined by Stephanie of Magic Key Adventures, Teresa of DL Weekly, and Erik of The Hub Crawl.

The Sweep Spot Ep. #394 - Disneyland Crowd Research with Touring Plans Guy Selga

Guy Selga of Touring Plans and The Unofficial Guide to Disneyland returns to discuss Disneyland crowds, wait times, time management, and his observations and research methods.https://www.instagram.com/guyselga/

The Sweep Spot Ep. #393 - Disneyland of the Past with Yesterland’s Werner Weiss

We welcome early Disneyland enthusiast website pioneer Werner Weiss to chat about Yesterland, which is nearing its 30th Anniversary, and some Disneyland experiences of the past. https://www.yesterland.com/

The Sweep Spot Ep. #392 - Disneyland Resort Additions with Todd James Pierce

We welcome author, academic, and podcaster Todd James Pierce to chat about coming additions and changes to the Disneyland Resort, in contrast with additions made early in Disneyland history. https://www.toddjamespierce.com

The Sweep Spot Ep. #391 - Disneyland Trash Can Trio Panel

Lynn and Ken welcome Mike Langhans and Pete Sapadin to chat about creating and performing as the Disneyland Trash Can Trio percussion act, including working with the late Tom Float. They have some great stories of working in Entertainment. Find Pete at https://www.drumlineessentials.com/

The Sweep Spot Ep. #390 - At Disneyland for D23 2024

Lynn and Ken discuss the big Disneyland announcements coming out of D23 2024 and their thoughts about this year’s big event in Anaheim.

The Sweep Spot Ep. #389 - Early Disneyland Entertainment with Nathan Eick

Former Disneyland cast member Nathan Eick returns to discuss Tommy Walker and Disneyland live entertainment in the early years. Nathan previously joined us on Episode 345. https://bleav.com/shows/the-sweep-spot/episodes/the-sweep-spot-ep-345-disneyland-roles-with-nathan-eick/

The Sweep Spot Ep. #388 - Disneyland Center Stage Cast Member Jeff Hawkins

Former Disneyland cast memberJeff Hawkins joins us to chat about working Center Stage from 1985 to 1991. He worked the classic Parking Lot, the Disneyland Railroad, Main Street vehicles, and more!

The Sweep Spot Ep. #387 - Disneyland Couple Dennis and Debbie Hanon

Former Disneyland cast members Dennis and Debbie Hanon, a married couple who met working at Disneyland, join us to discuss the 1970s and beyond. Dennis worked many attractions, such as the Submarine Voyage, Skyway, PeopleMover, and Jungle Cruise.

The Sweep Spot Ep. #386 - Disneyland Jungle Cruise Skipper Trevor Kelly

Former Disneyland Jungle Cruise Skipper and fellow podcaster Trevor Kelly joins us to chat about being a ride operator in the early 2000s. In addition to the Jungle Cruise, he worked in the Tiki Room, at Big Thunder Mountain, and did guest control. His podcast is The Jungle: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jungle/id1642756173

https://bleav.com/shows/the-sweep-spot/episodes/disneyland-jungl…per-trevor-kelly/

The Sweep Spot Ep. #385 - Disneyland Memories with Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman

Lynn and Ken get more personal, explaining how they got to the place of hosting this Disneyland-focused podcast together, starting with childhood visits, working at Disneyland, and beyond! They are thankful for the experiences the podcast has given them so far.

https://bleav.com/shows/the-sweep-spot/episodes/disneyland-memories-with-lynn-barron-and-ken-pellman/

The Sweep Spot Ep. #384 - Disneyland Imagineering with Ethan Reed

Former Imagineer Ethan Reed joins us again to talk about his time working on Mr. Lincoln at Disneyland, Mystic Manor at Disneyland Hong Kong, animation and more.We spoke to him last time in Episode 379.

The Sweep Spot Ep. #383 - Artist Shawna Tice

Artist Shawna Tice joins us to chat about her work in Entertainment Art and more at Disneyland. Find out why Disney Parks are different with their seasonal decorations & in places like shops. Find Shawna on:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thepleatedpeacock/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/pleatedpeacock/

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

The Sweep Spot is an unofficial Disneyland podcast, with weekly episodes: a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Once per month, our Patreon participants join us in our live-as-we-record chat. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts. For more information and to order books, visit our official website: http://www.TheSweepSpot.com\

The Sweep Spot Ep. #382 - Disneyland and DCA Custodian Jeremiah LeCompte - Part 3

Jeremiah returns to talk about making a lasting impression on guests, water wading in the DCA wharf, multiple unusual assignments, and much more! This is a must-listen. He was previously on Episodes 371 & 373.

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

The Sweep Spot is an unofficial Disneyland podcast, with weekly episodes: a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Once per month, our Patreon participants join us in our live-as-we-record chat. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts. For more information and to order books, visit our official website: http://www.TheSweepSpot.com\

The Sweep Spot Ep. #381 - Disneyland Cast Member Debbie Handy

Debbie Handy joins us to chat about working several Disneyland roles from the mid-1970s until 1983, including as a parade float driver and a Fantasyland ride operator, working on many different attractions.

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

The Sweep Spot is an unofficial Disneyland podcast, with weekly episodes: a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Once per month, our Patreon participants join us in our live-as-we-record chat. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts. For more information and to order books, visit our official website: http://www.TheSweepSpot.com\

The Sweep Spot - Special Current Events Edition / Trip Report

Lynn and his son Luke record live at Disneyland and recap their latest trip to Disneyland, and Universal Studios Hollywood.

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

The Sweep Spot is a podcast focusing on the Disneyland Resort, now weekly, with a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts.

For more information and to order books, visit our official website:

http://www.TheSweepSpot.com

The Sweep Spot Ep. #379 - Imagineering with Artist Ethan Reed

We welcome artist Ethan Reed, who worked in a Disney Store before becoming a Walt Disney Imagineer, working on various projects for Disney Parks, including Mystic Manor, The Little Mermaid, Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage, and more!

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

The Sweep Spot is an unofficial Disneyland podcast, with weekly episodes: a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Once per month, our Patreon participants join us in our live-as-we-record chat. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts. For more information and to order books, visit our official website: http://www.TheSweepSpot.com\

The Sweep Spot Ep. #376 - Pre-Shows for Disneyland Attractions

We discuss the history, features, and reasons for “pre-shows” for Disneyland attractions, the things you see before you get to the main part of an attraction, usually as part of the wait.

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

The Sweep Spot is an unofficial Disneyland podcast, with weekly episodes: a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Once per month, our Patreon participants join us in our live-as-we-record chat. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts. For more information and to order books, visit our official website: http://www.TheSweepSpot.com\

The Sweep Spot Ep. #375 - Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room at Disneyland with Author Ken Bruce

Ken Bruce, animation industry veteran, joins us to talk about Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room at Disneyland. He’s written a book about it, Before the Birds Sang Words.For over 60 years, the Tiki Room has been delighting guests. Join us for a closer look.

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

The Sweep Spot is an unofficial Disneyland podcast, with weekly episodes: a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Once per month, our Patreon participants join us in our live-as-we-record chat. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts. For more information and to order books, visit our official website: http://www.TheSweepSpot.com\

The Sweep Spot Ep. #374 - The Disneyland Year in Perspective

We look back at the year that was at Disneyland with some additional perspective and also recount some of the memorable episodes of The Sweep Spot podcast. It’s been an eventful year with new offerings, and some notable closures, some planned, some not! We had great guests on the show to talk about Disneyland past, present, and future.

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

The Sweep Spot is an unofficial Disneyland podcast, with weekly episodes: a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Once per month, our Patreon participants join us in our live-as-we-record chat. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts. For more information and to order books, visit our official website: http://www.TheSweepSpot.com\

The Sweep Spot Ep. #373 - Disneyland and DCA Custodian Jeremiah LeCompte - Part 2

We welcome back Jeremiah, who worked at Disneyland and then DCA in Custodial. We worked alongside him. He has some unique stories, including about some tragic events, so listener discretion is advised. He previously joined us on Episode 371: https://lynnbarron.libsyn.com/the-sweep-spot-371-disneyland-and-dca-custodian-jeremiah-lecompte

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

The Sweep Spot is an unofficial Disneyland podcast, with weekly episodes: a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Once per month, our Patreon participants join us in our live-as-we-record chat. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts. For more information and to order books, visit our official website: http://www.TheSweepSpot.com\

The Sweep Spot Ep. #372 - Disneyland Jungle Cruise and Big Thunder with Kipp Hart

Comedian Kipp Hart joins us to chat about his time as a Disneyland Jungle Cruise Skipper, Big Thunder ride operator, and more, starting in the early 2000s.

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

The Sweep Spot is an unofficial Disneyland podcast, with weekly episodes: a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Once per month, our Patreon participants join us in our live-as-we-record chat. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts. For more information and to order books, visit our official website: http://www.TheSweepSpot.com

The Sweep Spot Ep. #371 - Disneyland and DCA Custodian Jeremiah LeCompte

Jeremiah worked at Disneyland and then DCA in Custodial. We worked alongside him. He has some stories you don’t want to miss, including how he ended up in Custodial in the first place.

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

The Sweep Spot is an unofficial Disneyland podcast, with weekly episodes: a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Once per month, our Patreon participants join us in our live-as-we-record chat. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts. For more information and to order books, visit our official website: http://www.TheSweepSpot.com

The Sweep Spot Ep. #370 - Disneyland’s House of the Future with Author David Bossert

Dave Bossert returns to the show to discuss the Disneyland House of the Future. His new book is out now! Find out why it’s a legendary past attraction. Also, we chat a bit about The Nightmare Before Christmas. https://davidbossert.com/

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

The Sweep Spot is an unofficial Disneyland podcast, with weekly episodes: a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Once per month, our Patreon participants join us in our live-as-we-record chat. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts. For more information and to order books, visit our official website: http://www.TheSweepSpot.com

The Sweep Spot Ep. #369 - Disneyland Haunted Mansion with Tom Morris and Jeff Baham

Tom Morris and Jeff Baham both return to the show to discuss one of the most iconic theme park experiences anywhere, The Haunted Mansion. Tom is known for his work with Imagineering and Jeff is known for his Mousetalgia podcast and his enthusiasm for the Mansion.
https://twitter.com/TomKMorris http://www.mousetalgia.com/about/jeff/

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

The Sweep Spot is an unofficial Disneyland podcast, with weekly episodes: a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Once per month, our Patreon participants join us in our live-as-we-record chat. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts. For more information and to order books, visit our official website: http://www.TheSweepSpot.com

The Sweep Spot Ep. #368 - Disneyland Show Support and Attractions Host Ryan Batcheller

Ryan Batcheller joins us to talk about his time at Disneyland from 1993 to 2006, during which he worked Jungle Cruise, the Rivers of America, Fantasmic! and more as a Ride Operator and in Show Support. Here’s what he does now as a 3D Artist! https://www.ryanbatcheller.com/

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

The Sweep Spot is an unofficial Disneyland podcast, with weekly episodes: a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Once per month, our Patreon participants join us in our live-as-we-record chat. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts. For more information and to order books, visit our official website: http://www.TheSweepSpot.com

The Sweep Spot Ep. #367 - An Overview of Disneyland History

We give a back-to-the-basics survey of Disneyland and its history. This is a great episode for people who aren’t so familiar with Disneyland history yet, and to introduce your friends to The Sweep Spot podcast - hint, hint!

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

The Sweep Spot is an unofficial Disneyland podcast, with weekly episodes: a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Once per month, our Patreon participants join us in our live-as-we-record chat. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts. For more information and to order books, visit our official website: http://www.TheSweepSpot.com

The Sweep Spot Ep. #366 - Around the World with Ben Breitbart

We welcome Benji to talk about a special trip around the world he recently took, Disney Parks Around the World - A Private Jet Adventure.

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

The Sweep Spot is an unofficial Disneyland podcast, with weekly episodes: a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Once per month, our Patreon participants join us in our live-as-we-record chat. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts. For more information and to order books, visit our official website: http://www.TheSweepSpot.com

The Sweep Spot Ep. #365 - Disneyland Ride Operator Bobby Nove

We welcome former Disneyland Attractions Host Bobby Nove, who worked at the Autopia, Honey, I Shrunk the Audience, and had adventures working Guest Control.

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

The Sweep Spot is an unofficial Disneyland podcast, with weekly episodes: a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Once per month, our Patreon participants join us in our live-as-we-record chat. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts. For more information and to order books, visit our official website: http://www.TheSweepSpot.com

The Sweep Spot Ep. #364 - Imagineering and Disneyland with Kevin Lively

We welcome Show Writer Kevin Lively, who was a Jungle Cruise Skipper before working for Walt Disney Imagineering, where he did creative design work for the Jungle Cruise as well as many other projects, like Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway. Help our friend and popular recurring guest Jim Korkis

https://www.gofundme.com/f/disney-historian-jim-korkis-needs-your-help

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

The Sweep Spot is an unofficial Disneyland podcast, with weekly episodes: a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Once per month, our Patreon participants join us in our live-as-we-record chat. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts. For more information and to order books, visit our official website: http://www.TheSweepSpot.com

The Sweep Spot Ep. #363 - Working Disneyland and other Disney Destinations with Steven Riggs

We welcome Steven Riggs, who worked multiple roles at Disneyland and other Disney venues, including being a ride operator, vehicle driver, and stints in Entertainment. Help our friend and popular recurring guest Jim Korkis

The Sweep Spot Ep. #361 - Disneyland vs. Walt Disney World

We welcome the gentlemen from The Supreme Resort podcast to discuss the differences between the Disneyland Resort and the Walt Disney World Resort. Help our friend and popular recurring guest Jim Korkis.https://www.gofundme.com/f/disney-historian-jim-korkis-needs-your-help

The Sweep Spot Ep. #359 - Tribute to Disneyland’s Splash Mountain

We discuss the history and features of Splash Mountain at Disneyland, Ken’s first love! For even more about Splash Mountain, you can hear all about Ken’s exciting adventures during the early days of the mountain in Episode 17 and we had a roundtable with opening day ride operators in Episode 314.

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

The Sweep Spot is an unofficial Disneyland podcast, with weekly episodes: a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts.
For more information and to order books, visit our official website:

http://www.TheSweepSpot.com

The Sweep Spot Ep. #358 - Disneyland New Orleans Square with Tom Morris and Rick West

We welcome back Tom Morris and Rick West, theme park designers and researchers, to discuss Disneyland Pirates of the Caribbean, Haunted Mansion, and New Orleans Square.

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

http://www.TheSweepSpot.com

The Sweep Spot Ep. #357 - Disneyland Attendance Drivers with David Koenig

We welcome back author & columnist David Koenig to discuss attendance patterns at Disneyland over the decades and promotions to drive attendance during “off seasons.” like “Blast to the Past” and anniversary giveaways.

We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.

The Sweep Spot is an unofficial Disneyland podcast, with weekly episodes: a Topical Episode eve

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