Show Notes

Current Events

Disneyland Current Events

for April 13, 2026

https://www.ocregister.com/2026/04/07/walking-and-talking-olaf-robotic-character-coming-to-disneyland/
Walking and talking Olaf robotic character coming to Disneyland
The 'Frozen' snowman went viral after tipping over at the new World of Frozen at Disney Adventure World in France.
By Brad

Disneyland Current Events

for April 13, 2026

“Imagineering plans to bring the walking and talking Olaf robotic figure to Disneyland and other Disney theme parks around the world after the popular “Frozen” character recently debuted in the new World of Frozen themed land at Disney Adventure World in France.”

https://www.ocregister.com/2026/04/01/adorable-wall-e-and-eve-characters-roll-into-disneyland-hotel/
Adorable Wall-E and Eve characters roll into Disneyland hotel
The romantic robot couple from the 2008 Pixar animated film will pose for photos in Pixar Place Hotel.
By Brady MacDonald
PUBLISHED: April 1, 2026

“Wall-E has a standing weekly date with his girlfriend Eve at the Pixar Place Hotel when the adorable robot couple will pose for meet-and-greet photos with Disneyland visitors throughout April in honor of Earth Month.

“Wall-E and Eve will appear on Wednesdays in April at the Disneyland resort hotel with meet-and-greet sessions planned for April 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29.”

https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/wall-e-eve-pixar-place-hotel/
WALL•E and EVE Make Unique Joint Appearances at the Pixar Place Hotel for Earth Month
The adorable robotic duo are appearing at the Disneyland Resort hotel for Earth Month.
by Luke Manning | Apr 1, 2026

https://www.ocregister.com/2026/04/06/disneyland-pride-nite-tickets-go-on-sale-this-week-2/
Disneyland Pride Nite tickets go on sale this week
Tickets go on sale April 7 for Magic Key annual passholders and April 9 for the general public.
By Brady MacDonald
UPDATED: April 6, 2026 at 8:35 PM PDT

“The Pride Nite events will be held on June 16 and 18 at Disneyland as part of the Disneyland After Dark series of after-hours, separate admission special events.”

https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disneyland-pride-nite-2026-ticket-sale/
Disneyland After Dark Pride Nite 2026: Tickets On Sale Later This Month
Be ready! This limited-capacity Pride celebration is expected to sell out fast.
by Reiley Selinger | Apr 2, 2026

https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/port-royal-jazz-club-seating-area-returns/
Photos: Port Royal Jazz Club Seating Area Returns to New Orleans Square at Disneyland
Gift shop or seating area? Will one ever stick?
by Luke Manning, Mike Celestino (Photography) | Apr 6, 2026

“Once a gift shop, then a seating area, then a gift shop again – the Port Royal Jazz Club seating area has returned to New Orleans Square.

“Back in May 2025, Disneyland turned the Port Royal Curios and Curiosities gift shop into the Port Royal Jazz Club seating area, adding additional tables, chairs, and counter space for guests to enjoy the food and drink from the nearby Royal Street Verandah. Two months later, the seating area was turned back into a gift shop. Now, in April 2026, Port Royal is once again a seating area.”

https://www.ocregister.com/2026/04/01/disneyland-starts-new-shuttle-service-at-toy-story-parking-lot/
Disneyland starts new shuttle service at Toy Story parking lot
Disneyland is actively exploring next steps for resort-area transportation for theme park guests.
By Brady MacDonald
UPDATED: April 2, 2026

“Most Disneyland visitors will not even notice the change. The new plain white buses with a simple Disneyland logo look remarkably similar to the ART buses that featured a blue wrap-around design with Disneyland graphics.”

https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/new-disneyland-toy-story-shuttle-buses/
Photos: Disneyland Introduces New Shuttle Buses for the Toy Story Parking Lot Following ART's Discontinuation
Guests will likely not notice any difference.
by Luke Manning, Mike Celestino (Photography) | Apr 7, 2026

https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/tony-baxter-indiana-jones-adventure-walt-disney-family-museum/
Disney Legend Tony Baxter Reveals the Untold Origins of Indiana Jones Adventure
The Imagineer behind the Temple of the Forbidden Eye shared never-before-seen footage and decades of behind-the-scenes stories at a special Walt Disney Family Museum event.
by Alex Reif | Apr 7, 2026

“Disney Legend Tony Baxter took audiences inside the creation of one of Disneyland's most beloved attractions during a special presentation at the ILM Theater in San Francisco on Saturday, April 4th. Hosted by the Walt Disney Family Museum, "Behind the Creation of Indiana Jones Adventure" offered a rare look at three decades of development history, complete with archival footage, early animatics, and stories that have never been publicly shared — all from the Imagineer who made it happen.”

https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/chris-crump-wdfm/
Walt Disney Family Museum Continues Their Celebration of 70 Years of Disneyland with Special Talk Featuring Son of a Disney Legend
Chris Crump himself followed in his father's footsteps
by Tony Betti | Mar 30, 2026

“As part of the Walt Disney Family Museum's current special exhibition, Happiest Place on Earth: The Disneyland Story, a special talk will be held on site.

“Taking place on May 30th in the Museum's Theater, the Walt Disney Family Museum will welcome former Imagineer Chris Crump for a special presentation featuring artwork made by his father, Disney Legend and Imagineer Rolly Crump.”

https://www.micechat.com/433717-disneyland-update-bluey-blues-banana-bonanza-d23-buzz/
DISNEYLAND UPDATE: Bluey Blues, Banana Bonanza & D23 Buzz
By Samantha Davis-Friedman -March 30, 2026

https://www.micechat.com/434045-disneyland-update-spring-break-surge-d23-drama-construction-blues/
DISNEYLAND UPDATE: Spring Break Surge, D23 Drama & Construction Blues
By Samantha Davis-Friedman -April 6, 2026

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The Sweep Spot Ep. #430 - Disneyland Custodial Memories

Lynn and Ken discuss their time working in Disneyland Day Custodial Sweeping, including the ways responsibilities were divided to cover all the lands and the Mickey & Friends Parking structure, and how they handled assigning roles as Leads, a.k.a. Foremen. They include some fascinating memories.

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. #429 - Disneyland as a Contested Kingdom with Author William McCarthy

Author William McCarthy joins us to chat about the dynamics between idealistic Disneyland fans and the business interests of the Company. He wrote “Contested Kingdom: Fan Attachment and Corporate Control at Disneyland.” https://www.amazon.com/Contested-Kingdom-Attachment-Corporate-Disneyland/dp/149685473X

We also talk with Paul Schnebelen about the Disneyana Fan Club and an upcoming event where we’ll be signing books. https://disneyanafanclub.weebly.com/

The Sweep Spot Ep. #428 - Disneyland Costuming and Stores with Michele Sanchez

Michele Sanchez joins us to chat about her two stints as a Disneyland cast member, first working in Stores all over the park, and later working in Cast Costuming, Her first role as a cast member began in 1998.

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. #427 - The Disneyland Upjohn Pharmacy with Author Stephen Hall

Disneyland once had an Upjohn Pharmacy! Stephen Hall joins us to chat about his new book, “A Spoonful of Sugar: The Story of the Upjohn Pharmacy in Disneyland.” Stephen approached this from the world of pharmacy history, as he discusses with us. The book is at Amazon and The Old Mill Press: https://theoldmillpress.com/product/a-spoonful-of-sugar-the-story-of-the-upjohn-pharmacy-in-disneyland/

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. #426 - The Future of Tomorrowland at Disneyland

Greg Nutt, Richard Childers, and Michael Fenyes of MiceCast join us for a roundtable discussion about the future of Tomorrowland at Disneyland, and so much more. It’s a wide-ranging chat that goes into Tomorrowland history and what’s happening at other Disney parks.
Micecast: https://linktr.ee/micecast

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. #425 - How Disneyland Has Changed for Us Over the Years

Lynn and Ken reflect on how our relationship to Disneyland is ever-changing, from growing up in SoCal with wide-eyed wonder, through their teen years, employment as cast members, parents to young children, and now as parents with grown children. Maybe some of our reflections will resonate with you?

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. #424 - 1970s Disneyland with Former Cast Members John Noel and Mark Worden

John Noel and Mark Worden join us to chat about being Disneyland Custodial Bussing cast members in the 1970s. They interacted with celebrities, saw the construction of iconic Disneyland attractions, and have some great stories to share.

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. #423 - Christmas at Disneyland with Tim Babb

Comedian, actor, Disneyland fan, and Christmas enthusiast Tim Babb joins us to chat about Christmastime at Disneyland, past and present. Tim is also a podcaster and can be found at https://cantwaitforchristmaspod.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. #422 - Disneyland CircleVision and CirCARama History

We chat about the history of CircleVision 360 and its predecessors and successors at the Disneyland Resort and around the world. Remember “America the Beautiful,” “Wonders of China,” and “American Journeys?”

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. #421 - ElecTRONica at Disneyland Resort with Nathan Eick

Disney historian, blogger, and former Disneyland cast member Nathan Eick returns to chat about the Disney California Adventure experience, ElecTRONica. This live entertainment experience was tied in to the movie sequel, “Tron: Legacy.” Check out his Sparkcatcher blog:
https://sparkcatcherblog.wordpress.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. #420 - Author David Koenig on the Changing Nature of Disney Parks

Author David Koenig returns to chat about recent developments that are fundamentally changing the experience at Walt Disney World and Disneyland. Could Disneyland lose its Rivers of America, as the Magic Kingdom at WDW has? Check out David’s books:
https://bonaventurepress.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. #419 - Jeff Baham on the Haunted Mansion and Haunted Mansion Holiday
Author Jeff Baham of the Mousetalgia podcast and DoomBuggies.com joins us again to chat about the increasing popularity of the Haunted Mansion, Haunted Mansion Holiday, and more!
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. #418 - Disneyland Attractions Hosting with Joshua Moran

Joshua chats with us about working as a Tomorrowland Ride Operator starting in 2019, on the Monorail, Star Tours, and Autopia. He was there before and after the pandemic closures, and talks about changes relating to that as well.

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. #417 - Disneyland Videopolis with Nathan Eick

Disney historian Nathan Eick returns, this time to talk about Videopolis at Disneyland, which was a trendy, youth-focused dance and entertainment attraction starting in the mid-1980s, and inspired venues at other Disney Resorts. Nathan’s blog: https://sparkcatcherblog.wordpress.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

Lynn and Ken's Disneyland Memories (The Sweep Spot Classic)

In this episode listen as Lynn and Ken talk about their Disneyland memories and growing up near Disneyland. This is a past episode first published April 7, 2018, Enjoy!

The Sweep Spot Ep. #416 - Disneyland Restroom Theming and Features

Ken and Lynn chat about the Disneyland Park restrooms, including their theming, features, locations, and more, including some of the backstage facilities. Since we cleaned them, we have a distinct perspective. Don’t worry, no talk about tough restroom cleanups is included. For those, read Chapter 5 of our first book.

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. #415 - Disneyland Jazz and Bussing with Tim Eldred

Tim shares some amazing stories about his time as a Busser in New Orleans Square at Disneyland in the late 1960s and early 1970s. He’s a jazz player and fan, and also has some great stories about live jazz at Disneyland.

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. #414 - Disneyland Jungle Skipper Memories with Stephen Prosser

Stephen became a Disneyland Cast Member in 1989 and was a Jungle Cruise Skipper, Columbia sailor, and had other roles in Attractions. You won’t want to miss his stories!

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. #413 - Playing in Disneyland Bands with Michael Gaughan

Michael Gaughan joins us to chat about playing in various Disneyland bands, starting in 1985, including the All-American College Band. He also had a stint in Night Custodial. He has some great stories you won’t want to miss.

The Sweep Spot Ep. #412 - Author Todd James Pierce on Sherman Brothers Music at Disneyland

Todd James Pierce returns to The Sweep Spot to discuss Disney Legends the Sherman Brothers, especially their contributions to music at Disneyland, including for the Enchanted Tiki Room and It’s a Small World. https://www.toddjamespierce.com/

The Sweep Spot Ep. #411 - Disneyland Tom Sawyer Island History and Memories

Lynn and Ken discuss the history of Tom Sawyer Island at Disneyland and some of our own memories for working and playing on the Island.

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. #410 - Disneyland Tomorrowland Attractions Cast Member Josh Biesiada

Josh joins us to chat about being a ride operator on the Autopia, Buzz Lightyear, Monorail, and Finding Nemo attractions in Tomorrowland at Disneyland and has many great stories.

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. #409 - 1980s Disneyland Attractions Hostess Julie Showalter

Julie joins us to chat with many fascinating stories about starting in Foods at Tomorrowland Terrace in the late 1970s, helping to open Tokyo Disneyland in the early 1980s, working “It’s a Small World” as a ride operator, and more!

The Sweep Spot Ep. #408 - Author Foxx Nolte on the Haunted Mansion and Pirates of the Caribbean

Author Foxx Nolte joins us to chat about being a Walt Disney World cast member, visiting Disneyland, and the classic Disney theme park attractions, the Haunted Mansion and Pirates of the Caribbean, with fascinating analysis. Nolte’s books are listed here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Foxx-Nolte/author/B08K3CV3YF

The Sweep Spot Ep. #407 - Disneyland Attraction Hosting and Magic Music Days with Ralph Siemsen

Lynn’s very own band teacher Ralph Siemsen joins the show to chat about working as a Disneyland ride operator and with Magic Music Days in the 1980s and 1990s.

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. #406 - Disneyland with Mark Eades

Former Disneyland cast member, Imagineer, and journalist Mark Eades returns to discuss being a ride operator, the Mine Train Through Nature’s Wonderland, and the Order of the Red Handkerchief. Mark was previously on Episode 217. https://bleav.com/shows/the-sweep-spot/episodes/the-sweep-spot-217-former-imagineer-mark-eades/

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. #405 - Disneyland Entertainment and Character Work with Patrick Nailon

Former Disneyland cast member Patrick Nailon chats with us about being in the original Fantasmic! nighttime spectacular at Disneyland, as well as his portrayals of taller characters. This is a revealing behind-the-scenes discussion.

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.fantasy-funwheel.com/kbtp-home

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\

Episode 402 Disneyland Cast Member Dining Memories

We go behind the scenes and chat about our Disneyland backstage dining memories with Adam Owens, who worked as a Foods cast member, often providing dining to other cast members.

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

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