Composer Richard Allen joins us to share personal stories about his longtime friend, Disney Legend, Richard Sherman. Richard and Bob Sherman wrote award winning music for Disney films, TV Shows and theme parks. Richard Sherman passed away in May of this year at the age of 95. He spent the better part of 7-decades composing and performing. Plus list…

We loved Inside Out 2 and, apparently, so does the rest of the world. So, we thought we'd look deeper at this smash-hit film and why it's struck such a chord with so many of us. Better yet, we're joined by a few people who we think will offer an even more interesting perspective on the theme and story of this amazing movie. That's right, we're doin…

We're exploring one of the most productive decades in Disney company history. With World War II behind him and the economy booming, Walt eyes bigger challenges in the 1950s with live action filmmaking and designing theme parks. He paves the way for the new endeavors by returning to his roots with a princess film that saves his company. It's a true …

We're continuing our look at what it might be like if some of the best pieces of the Disney Parks around the world found their way to America. This week, it's all about Japan with our What If...? Tokyo Disney Resort Attractions Came To The U.S. Parks. We'll share what rides we'd love to see come to Disneyland or Walt Disney World and tell you where…

We're going inside the house Elias built! Touring The Walt Disney Birthplace in Chicago, Il this week. We'll hear from Walt Disney Birthplace Director Rey Colon. We're also asking the question, How has Disney+ changed your viewing habits? We'd love to hear from you! You can email or send us a recorded audio message at podcast@thehyperionhub.com. Fi…

You've probably felt the temperatures outside. There's no question. We're definitely in the middle of Summer. So, that had us thinking. What if we did an episode about Summertime At Disney 2024? And that's just what we're talking about this week. We'll discuss all the many new and returning things that are back for Summer at the Walt Disney World R…

This week we're going back to where it all began. We're listening to Episode 1! Plus the new Disney Cruise Line itineraries are out. Disney has released information for sailings in 2025 and early 2026. We break it down. We'd love to hear from you! You can email or send us a recorded audio message at podcast@thehyperionhub.com. Find us on social med…

Believe it or not, it's the 4th of July this week and we were looking for ways to celebrate that on this week's episode. It also so happens that we haven't done a topic involving Marvel characters in quite a while. So, we decided this would be a fantastic time to put those both together. That's right, this show is all about Marvel Patriots & Vetera…

In the second half of Collector's Corner with Steve Spain and Debbie Weiss we'll hear more about cel animation art and how to find the pieces you may want to display. Plus we'll talk about the upcoming virtual runDisney virtual summer series of events.We'd love to hear from you! You can email or send us a recorded audio message at podcast@thehyperi…

It's hard to believe but Disney musicals have blessed the world's stages for 3 decades. And, on this week's episode, we celebrate that with the show that started it all; 30 Years Of Disney On Broadway - Beauty And The Beast. Michelle brings her always outstanding research to the show as we explore the beginnings of one of New York's longest-running…

Disney is founded on art. This week we're talking with two prominent art collectors. Recurring guest Steve Spain has collected and displayed Disney animation drawings and cels for decades. We'll hear how he found the hobby. Debbie Weiss left a successful career on Wall Street to start a gallery based on her passion for hand drawn animation. She's a…

This week, we're getting you all set for your first of next high seas sailing with a topic we're calling; You Booked A Disney Cruise. So, What Comes Next? Michelle is an expert Disney Cruise planner and she'll share her insight on what steps you need to take to get you set for the vacation of your dreams. What do you need to bring? Michelle has the…

In episode 2 with voice over artists Camille Dixon and Bill Rogers we hear more about their many years at Disneyland and they’ll share stories of working with other top Disney voice talent. Plus the official conversation of a 5th Walt Disney World park has finally begun!We'd love to hear from you! You can email or send us a recorded audio message a…

It's a bit hard to believe it's been 6 years since we started this podcast but here we are. And, this week, our show is all about celebrating that with Our 6th Anniversary Extravaganza. We discuss what's come from this podcast over this and the previous 5 years and talk about what's ahead for the show. We're even joined by several of our dearest fr…

He was the voice of Disneyland for 32-years. She was the voice of Disney California Adventure for 11-years. Voice over artists and married couple Bill Rogers and Camille Dixon join us this week to share their Disney stories. We'll also talk about the passing of the legendary Richard Sherman. He and his brother Robert created some of the most famous…

Last weekend, we were lucky enough to spend several days enjoying some time at The Most Magical Place On Earth and we can't wait to tell you all about it. That's right! This week we're recapping Our Memorial Day Weekend Walt Disney World Trip. Our visit was filled with several new Disney experiences and a few that we haven't done in a long time so …

Ahead of the attraction update, we're taking a deep dive into Country Bear Jamboree. You'll learn more about the Bear Band who plays in the good ol' key of G with Zeke, Zeb and Ted and Fred and a bear named Tennessee.What exactly is D23? We'll provide a brief description on the club and what it means to be a member. Get your stopin' boots on and jo…

This weekend's show happens to drop in the middle of two important holidays. Obviously, it's Memorial Day but it's also the anniversary of the first time we visited A Galaxy Far, Far Away on the big screen. So, we thought this would be a great time to combine both and talk all about Star Wars Fallen Heroes. And whenever we talk Star Wars, you know …

We're looking ahead to what's coming to Disney Parks this summer! From PIXAR fest at Disneyland to the opening of Tiana's Bayou Adventure in Walt Disney World, it's going to be a packed few months. Disney's looking further to the fall with details revealed for Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party. New information released on the Disability Access …

If you know us, then you also know that the food is one of our favorite reasons for visiting the Disney Parks and Resorts. We all have experience with some of the more classic "theme park foods" that Disney has to offer. However, there are a lot of wonderful, unique, and flavorful dishes to be found that you might not even know about. So, we though…

We’re welcoming once again, Don Ballad, the premiere expert on the history of the Disneyland Hotel. He’s written a series of books on the hotel. This week we’re talking about the various eras of the hotel. We’ll also hear about some of Don’s Disneyland Hotel collection. The two books currently in Don’s series are:Disneyland the Early Years 1954-198…

Last weekend happened to be the official-unofficial holiday for all things from A Galaxy Far, Far Away. Of course, we're talking about May The Fourth Be With You. Well, we just happened to be lucky enough to spend that day at Disney's Hollywood Studios. So, for this week's show, we're talking all about Celebrating Star Wars Day At Walt Disney World…

Don Ballard is the premier expert in the history of the Disneyland Hotel. What started as a hobby has produced two books looking at the hotel's changes over the years. In this episode, we'll talk with Don about the early days of the hotel and find out why Disney didn't actually own it until three decades after it was first built. Plus John, John an…

This week’s episode just happens to take place on the holiday that celebrates all things Mexico; Cinco de Mayo. With that being the case, we figured this would be the perfect time to take a look at a Pixar film that does the same thing. You guessed it. We’re doing a Cinco de Mayo Celebration of Disney/Pixar’s Coco. We’ll explore the beauty of the f…

A war, a strike, and more financial struggles are the challenges Walt and his studio face in the turbulent 1940s. Through it all they continue to produce time tested films that break creative barriers. They also explore the world of live action and documentary filmmaking. Plus we're talking about the upcoming Disney+ documentary looking at the life…

It's that time of year again! April is almost over but, before we wrap up the month, we need to get to another in our series of very popular episodes that open the floor to you. That's right! It's time for Our 5th Annual Ask Us Anything Show. You always come up with the most creative questions for us and this year is no different. So, listen in and…

Disney100: The Exhibition is a celebration of the company's first century and it's on the move. John, John, and Shawn were all able to visit the exhibit in Chicago. There are several detailed galleries with actual items on display from the Disney archives. John Alois and family take you on a tour. We'll share our thoughts as it heads west.For infor…

This week just happens to coincide with the holiday that celebrates all things great about our planet. That's right! Monday is Earth Day! So, we thought we'd kick off the festivities with a look at several of the ways Disney helps care for the Earth while ensuring your trip, visit or vacation stay just as magical. We call it It's a Small World: Sus…

It's always great to hear how other people vacation. Listener Carrie McBeath sent in a great report from her recent trip to Walt Disney World. She and her husband stayed at the Dolphin, hit EPCOT, resort hopped and tried a new restaurant at Disney Springs! We'll share our experiences at those locations as well. Plus there's a new DVC Lounge at Disn…

We've done this in the past and you've told us you really loved the topic. So, we decided it was time to delve back into another decade of music. We've done the '80s and '90s but, for this episode, we thought we'd go back even farther. That's right! This week we're doing '70s Hits We Wish Were Disney Songs. No matter what genre of music you enjoy, …

Producer and Director Ted Thomas is back on the show to talk about his beloved documentary "Frank and Ollie" which is now streaming on Disney+. It's the story of Ted's father Frank Thomas and fellow animator Ollie Johnston. We'll discuss some of their amazing accomplishments at the Walt Disney Studio. They were there from the 1930s into the 1980s. …

This week, we received the chance to see for ourselves some of the amazing advancements in a particular component that can make or break any Disney Attraction. They are the pieces that often represent the characters and make the stories come to life. Of course, we're talking about Audio-Animatronics. They are such important parts of so many theme p…

Author and historian JB Kaufman is back on the show to talk about some Disney classics! JB was part of Disney Fest 2024 held at the Peoria Riverfront Museum in Peoria, Il. We talk with him about two of Walt's features, 101 Dalmatians and Lady and the Tramp plus some Silly Symphonies. Learn more about JB and the many books he's written at jbkaufman.…

This week, we're back with another in our series that asks, what would it be like if things from Disney Parks around the world came to the United States? And, this time, we decided to focus on the most recent addition to the Asian parks. You guessed it! In this episode we ask What If...? Shanghai Disney Attractions Came To The U.S. Parks? Find out …

Time to find out who our big winner is this year! It might be Cars Land! It could be Frozen! Will Cinderella live up to her name and shock the field! Listen to find out! Play along. We shared the tournament bracket. Plus we share how we keep the magic going after the Disney vacation is over. Thanks for joining us at The Hub!We'd love to hear from y…

Disney does so many things well in their Parks, Resorts, and Cruise Ships. But the one thing they may do better than anything else is draw the youthful side out of every one of their guests. And, this week, we're exploring that by discussing Channeling Your Inner Child At Disney. Find out how they successfully make bring out the kid in us during ev…

It's March, which means it's time for our Disney Madness Tournament! The 4 regionals or categories this year are Disney Lands, Animated Features, Live Action Features and EPCOT World Showcase Pavilions. We'll announce the brackets. We'll also talk about Disneyland expanding and we have a report from a listener.Let the madness begin!We'd love to hea…

This just happens to be our 300th official episode. It also happens to coincide with two of our best friends in the Disney Community just returning from a visit to one of our favorite places in the entire world. So, we thought we'd celebrate this landmark episode by inviting them to the show to tell us all about it. Yep! This week, we're discussing…

We have a packed show with a variety of topics. The new Haunted Mansion themed lounge on the Disney Treasure cruise ship will feature a tribute to the late Disney Legend, Rolly Crump in a unique way. John Alois has discovered Bluey craze. Walt Disney Motion Picture Studios has a new president. We're talking about Disney comic books, the upcoming Di…

We just got back from our recent Disney vacation and couldn't wait to tell you about the Marvel-ous time we had. (See what we did there?) That's right! This week's episode is Our Marvel Day At Sea Disney Cruise Recap. We fill you in on all the superheroic food, fun, and entertainment we enjoyed aboard the Disney Dream. And we tell you whether or no…

We're wrapping up our 4-part series on the Once Upon A Studio with Composer Dave Metzger. He has stories about working on this short and the theatrical film, Wish. Plus Disney has a new perk for Walt Disney World guests. We'll discuss. We'd love to hear from you! You can email or send us a recorded audio message at podcast@thehyperionhub.com. Find …

For this episode, we thought we'd explore all the obvious, and not-so-obvious, ways Disney makes you a part of their rides. Yep! We're taking a look Beyond The Attraction: Disney Parks Interactive Experiences. We'll share many of the fantastic ways the Disney Imagineers have made their rides and shows that much better by adding that secret ingredie…

Composer, conductor, arranger and orchestrator Dave Metzger has worked on many Disney films including Frozen, Frozen 2, Moana, Wreck-It Ralph, Tarzan, Brother Bear and more. His latest work includes scoring the newest animated feature film, Wish and the spectacular short, Once Upon A Studio. Dave shares his unique story. It all started with a teach…

You've told us many times, some of your favorite episodes are the ones that focus on music. Well, it has been too long since we've done one of those. So, we've decided it was high time for another one. But what to talk about? We thought about it for a while and finally decided to combine two of our favorite things; theme park rides and music. That'…

We have part 2 of our conversation with Directors Dan Abraham, Trent Correy, and Producer Brad Simonsen who helped to create Disney's outstanding short, Once Upon A Studio. More behind-the-scenes stories and they'll talk about Easter eggs from the short. Also, we get to share our favorite moments with the creators. Plus Shawn, John, and John play a…

With Monday being President's Day, we figured this would be a good time to celebrate all things presidential in the U.S. Disney Parks. And there could be no better way to do that than with another fantastic deep dive by Michelle. We call it, Disney's Presidential Showcase Revealed. Find out the history, information, and fun facts about how Disney c…

With almost 550 Disney characters featured, Once Upon A Studio is one of the most ambitious animated shorts ever produced. It's a treat to have the creators of that short joining us this week. Directors Dan Abraham and Trent Correy and Producer Brad Simonsen share behind the scenes stories on what it was like to work on this beloved project. Plus t…

Last weekend, we were lucky enough to attend an amazing Central Florida fan event that we've been excited about for a long time. And, this week, we're telling you all bout it with our episode that we titled Megacon Orlando - Fantasy, Fun & Friendship. Find out all about our experience over the weekend including details of the interesting panels we …

A short time ago in a galaxy near by we attended the annual S.T.E.A.M. Into Star Wars event held at Washington Community High School in Washington, IL and we had a blast! Special guests Dan Zehr from Coffee With Kenobi, organizer Tom Gross, Zak Kalina from Zeek's Comics and Games and super fan Jesse Mann all joined us at the podcast table. You'll h…

One thing we’ve noticed that is a regular theme throughout Disney films and shows is the concept of bringing together groups of people who find a strong bond that isn’t always based on blood. It’s a huge part of many of the franchises we love. And we thought this would be a great time to talk about it with one of our favorite people who knows all a…